Romancing the Tropics : A Holiday Romance Boxset by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The first story was about a best friend that sleeps with her dad. The next story I want to say is about getting that chance to love the one who got away. This was a really fast paced book. I loved that it had two short stories combined.
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson is romantic suspense
The MARCY SERIES is available as a three-book Kindle bundle.
RAGE is a good place to start. Find out more about Marcy, Brad, and Liam. Join Marcy on her quest to discover why she has rage issues.
Then go on to the second book, CONFUSION. Watch as Marcy attempts to make sense of her tumultuous feelings. Learn more about her, Brad, and Liam, as well as their friends.
When you start the third book, emotions run high and decisions are made, but there are more shocks in store as AGONY AND ECSTASY lead you down a winding route.
I loved this story and the concept of it as well. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is the first series of this author and I can’t wait to read more.
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nothing quite like an enemies to lovers romance to round out the summer with! A.K. Macbride does a wonderful job at painting a picture of what trauma does to people and how it affects relationships, specifically the one between Maddie and Adam in this novel.
This author is new to me, but this will not be the last book I will read by them! Now that I’ve read this one I plan to go back and read Instant Heat, but in reading this I did not find it necessary that I needed to read that book first, which was a plus! There are definitely a lot of unanswered questions that I have about both characters after reading this book, particularly addressing the family issues in Maddie’s life. Can’t wait to read more!
Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love a good cozy mystery and this book is fantastic!! This is my first book I have read by
Author Ellen Butler and I really enjoyed it. In this book, Karina has the FBI at her door and looking for her ex, Mike. He is being accused of taking a huge bribe and now the FBI want him. Karina does choose to help Mike find out whom would frame him for the bribe and why. This book really pulled me in and I could not stop reading it until the end! I love the suspense wrapped up in a cozy mystery. I would highly recommend this book and I definitely will want to be circling back to reading more from this author!!
The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hazel Storm has done it again. The Greek God series is one of my favorites. Funny, snarky and spicy…three of my favorite things. Vanessa, Grey Raef, and Aroz are at it again. The locations are great: good Hell, bad Hell, Overworld, and the Underworld. The new adventure to thwart Grey’s mother has them working together (or so they think). Not all is as they think. A few twists may appear. Witty, funny and always a few chuckles, another definite winner. Highly recommend.
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Slow Burn by A.K. Macbride is an intense and emotional roller coaster ride of a story. This story has everything that an avid romance reader needs, from a brooding man who thinks he doesn’t deserve love, to a girl that proves he does, crazy and intense chemistry, and some funny moments to make the story not to heavy. The characters are amazing, the plot leaves me wanting more, and the authors word building leaves me not being able to wait to read more by this author.
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The title says it all. Really. I was hooked from the second that Maddie and Adam met. A tattooed grumpy as all hell neighbor? This book was phenomenal, sexy, infuriating and a page turner that didn’t disappoint right to the very end! A.K. Macbride is a new author for me and this won’t be our last!!!
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lochlann feuds book 1, Scarlett Princess was a book I couldn’t put down if I tried. Cue everyone in my house being overly concerned for me! This story line absolutely captivates me. A strong willed princess, her dashing captor. All I can say is you won’t be disappointed and you will be running back to get anything else you can from these authors! Excellent job!!
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic story! This is my first book that I read from Author A.K. MacBride and I love this slow burn of a romance. The is the story of Maddie and Adam that is truly an emotional roller coaster. I believe they both do not feel like they deserve love. Maddie is a dancer, but ends up working for her parents hardware store and they are not in full support of Maddie as a dancer. When Maddie is left a beachfront cottage by her grandmother, this is where she meets Adam. He is rude, grumpy, yes full of pain, but when you find out Adam’s story, you have all these feels why. You really root for these two characters and their story. Highly recommended if you love a contemporary romance with a small town feel. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Scarlet Princess (Lochlann Feuds Book 1) by Robin D. Mahle and Elle Madison is just purely and simply amazing. I loved this book from the very first sentence to the very last word. Rowan is a second generation Lochlann and this book takes place about 20 years after Robin D. Mahle’s and Elle Madison’s book Lochlann Treaty. While you could read the first book it is not a necessity as Ms. Mahle and Ms. Madison gives us a great plot, a fiery, feisty, and full of attitude princess, as well as other fantastic characters. While this is my first reading by these two I am quickly learning that they love to leave their readers with a cliffhanger, and this reader for one can’t wait to see what happens next.
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am a HUGE fan of small town, enemies to lovers, contemporary romance reads!! Slow Burn has got to be by far one of my FAVORITE reads of the year!! This is book two in it’s series, so upset with myself for reading out of sync, so I most certainly will be reading all books in series. I literally could NOT set this story aside when I started reading! I just had to read it ALL, as I really really loved this author’s style! Eager to read more of her work as well!
Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Having never read a Karina Cardinal mystery or any other book by Ellen Butler, Swindler’s Revenge was a fantastic book. As a civilian, Karina really shouldn’t involve herself in dangerous things. Having been involved in multiple cases which involved getting out of trouble with or without the help of friends, Karina is the to jump in headfirst.
On a perfectly peaceful Saturday, Karina’s lazy morning is interrupted by a knock on the door and the FBI and IRS invading her personal space. It seems her once boyfriend, FBI agent Michael Finnegan is wanted for suspicion of taking a bribe. A $1.2 million bribe? Karina isn’t buying it and soon finds herself under the surveillance of the FBI.
Shortly after, Karina’s commute is interrupted by a cell phone ringing that isn’t hers. She finds the suspicious phone in her pocket and immediately knows that it is Mike. With Mike’s confirmation, Karina knows that Mike is being framed by someone only he doesn’t know who. He wants her help.
With the help of her friends at Silverthorne Security, she finds a hideout for Mike while the team tries to uncover the person responsible for framing Mike. Once again, Karina finds herself deep in an investigation. Will they be able to stop the person framing Mike before it’s too late? And will Karina stay out of harm’s way throughout the investigation?
Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Caine Stephens is a man wanted for the murder of his father Arthur Carmichael in the Washington, DC area. On the tip of a friend, Caine leaves the DC area quickly one night and travels to see his friend, Hawke, who owns the Syn BDSM club in Denver. Trying to stay off of everyone’s radar, Caine rents a rundown hotel room with cash. And Hawke supplies him with a job as part of the security detail at Syn.
After his first night at the club, Caine stops on his way home to help a stranded motorist. Much to his intense dislike, it is Emery Wilder, Hawke’s submissive’s best friend. Emery had led a life of luxury until her father is taken to jail on money laundering and drug trafficking charges. Then his accounts are frozen which includes all of her accounts and the penthouse that she lives in. As Caine gives her a lift, he realizes that a hole she is in and now her car isn’t running anymore. He offers her a place to stay with him because she has no one else to turn to.
Even though the two are working through troubles that are related, neither of them realizes how connected their paths really are. During their time together, Caine and Emery fall in love with one another. Can they work through their troubles and still end up together or will their pasts collide in a way that they cannot stay together?
This story is truly an amazing tale of how two truly different people can end up falling in love.
The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Brilliant series and author
I’m loving this series. It has everything I enjoy in a paranormal romance adventure. Even though it had been a little while between books, I was instantly transported back to Vanessa and her world of Gods. There is just so much to love about the story: the characters, the world building and the pacing are just spot on. Hazel Storm you are truly a masterclass author. This is a series not to be missed and really must be read in order. Can’t wait for The Box.
Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The story of Caine and Emery is the second in the series and it didn’t disappoint. Hot, action-packed and suspenseful, this book had it all!
I really enjoyed it from beginning to end and I can’t wait to see more from the author!
Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When city girl meets country boy… good grief this book was so sweet! I enjoyed Stella and Johnny’s story so much! If you’re looking for an easy to read, interesting, charming book, this is definately for you!
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Potager plot was an easy read, witty, attention grabbing book! I enjoyed the story very much and found it very entertaining! I enjoy these books so much because it makes you think of your own sleuthing capabilities! The ending didn’t disappoint either! I saw the eye catching cover and downloaded without realizing there were more in the series which I will definately be grabbing soon! I wish I was more like Anne. Job well done Vikki Walton!
Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard is a women fiction and adventure book.
Death is difficult not only for those left behind but also for those who are dying. The regret of unfulfilled lives weighs heavily on the terminally sick. That’s where Dire’s Club comes in: a specialist travel agency that takes a select group of dying individuals on one last journey so they may be free of shame, be more than a diagnosis, and confront life…and death. Charlotte Claybrooke has created a thriving second career counseling others through sorrow, but the tenth anniversary of her own heartbreaking tragedy has sent her on a quest to discover life among the dead.
Jimmy Dire’s job was to stare death in the face. With a loving hug, a nice word, and a grin, he responded. The terminally sick were given one more bucket-list experience by Dire’s Club before passing away, but death was costly. Bills were piling up, much like Jimmy’s falsehoods. It’ll only be a matter of time until he has to deal with a new kind of death. This group of strangers facing mortality together includes a rock superstar, a telenovela star, a grandma fulfilling her lifelong ambition, and a young software prodigy. However, their relationship is destroyed when tragedy strikes. Lies and deception emerge, causing the death to band together in order to save someone’s life.
I loved this story and the concept of it as well. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is the first book of this author and I can’t wait to read more.
Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book drew me right in from the very first page. The authors paint such a vivid picture every step of the way that it felt as if I were a part of the world that they created. I lost an entire day without even realizing it because I kept wanting to read just one more page to find out what would happen next. I honestly cannot remember the last time that I was so engrossed in a book that I finished it all in one day. As a mom of five children, sleep is usually priceless, but this time I did not regret getting less sleep one bit!
This is not your typical vampire fluff novel, there’s romance, action, mystery and a twist that was a pleasant surprise. The heroine Danielle is not as soft and meek as she might appear at first glance, nor is Vulture all that he appears to be on the surface. If you’re a fan of supernatural and vampire romances this is a must read. I really enjoyed how multi-dimensional each of the characters were and the set up for the next book in the series was integrated seamlessly. I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series, and I am off to discover more books by this amazing author.
The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow!!! This book started with a bang and kept on going. So many unexpected events going on. Vanessa is on a mission for Grey’s mother, the queen of the Underworld and finds herself back in the Overworld. She is back with her love Raef while the clock is ticking for her return to the Underworld. She has 24 hours to complete her mission. Aroz and Raef work together to help her. She has been threatened with everlasting death even though she is already dead. An accident during the mission has Aroz saving Vanessa to the Upperworld to his hidden palace. What happens in the palace is beyond imaginable. I am so excited to read book 4. What an extraordinary read. Bravo to the author Hazel Storm. The books just keep getting better and better.
Fight for It by Amy L. Gale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fight for It by Amy L Gale was just an amazing and flawless story. Ms. Gale gives us an amazing plot, with great character development, lots of ups and downs, plenty of romance and chemistry. Throw in a girl that your in love with but you can’t pursue due to her being your best friends sister and this fast paced sports novel will have you on the edge of your seat. There is no doubting that there is chemistry between Ray and Alyssa, one would allow say that they are soul mates. But with all the challenges they have to face will they be together? Will the fight be worth it in the end? And will love really conquer all? You’ll have to read Fight for It by Amy L Gale to find out for yourself.
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Linda Burson’s Marcy Series starts off wonderfully with these three books. The intriguing story of a woman who loves two men at the same time seems totally absurd. How Marcy handles this among the other revelations in her life is somewhat amazing! These books are truly books that you need to have on your TBR list.
Marcy is the owner of the Coffee, Tea, and Treats bakery in Cold Spring Harbor. In Rage, readers learn of Marcy’s rage that she has used several times to get her out of jams. Unfortunately, it also makes things difficult for her longtime boyfriend, Brad. She eventually starts seeing a psychiatrist who helps her find the cause of her rage. In the meantime, Brad has big plans which lead to an engagement. Only this engagement last only a few days. After Brad breaks up with her, Marcy turns to her friend Liam for a trip out of town which leads to her falling in love with a second guy.
In book 2, Confusion, Marcy decides that she can’t handle relationships with both men. Unfortunately, the situation is not so easily managed, and she soon realizes that one of her men has been leading her with his behavior and his actions. She realizes love often means being able to give up what you most desire to have that person be happy.
In book 3, Agony and Ecstasy, Marcy’s life turns upside down once again as the best-laid plans in life aren’t always what happens. Where does Marcy find love and happiness in her life? And at what cost does this actually happen?
Fight for It by Amy L. Gale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love a book that is romance plus the sport of fighting like boxing. This is my first book I read by Author Amy L Gale and I absolutely loved it! When Ray Wilson, whom was a professional boxer, returns to Sunset Cove to re-open The Kraken Bar & Grill. The real estate agent that he meets to sign all the paperwork is no other then Alyssa, whom he had known since high school. Growing up Alyssa’s brother was Ray’s best friend. After divorcing her abusive husband, Alyssa really tries to build her own business. When Alyssa meets with Ray to sign the paperwork for the bar he bought, spark also fly between Ray and Alyssa. The two really hit it off, until a opportunity for one last fight that Ray is a part of could ruin his left eyesight permanently, and someone is behind the set up of this fight. I just loved this story and I try not to give any spoilers away. This is a quick read but did NOT disappoint!
Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jake the Growling Dog Shares his Trail is the third book in the Jake The Growling Dog Series. Jake loves taking walks down his favorite trail but one day while out for a walk with his friend Neet, they stumble onto something different that scares them. Jake and his friend Neet are worried about the discovery and find it hard to sleep. Jake’s friends Bodhi and Luna come over to play and decide to help their friend, so he does not have to worry alone. The friends set out for an adventure together to figure out what this strange discovery was that Jake discovered on his favorite trail.
Jake The Growling Dog shares his trail is a beautifully written story and the author does an amazing job teaching her readers valuable life lessons. Samantha Shannon describes through her characters the power of friendship and how we are never truly alone if we have friends by our side. Through Jake and his friends, she says that being different is okay and that everyone gets scared sometimes but that is okay too. Samantha Shannon gives some great tips and resources at the end of the book for both parents and children. I highly recommend this book for young and old alike.
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Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book that I have read written by Robin and Elle and I think that I have found a new favorite series! The characters are amazing. I found myself getting lost in Rowan’s character. I laughed and found myself cheering her on in this wonderful adventure that took place in front of my eyes and in my imagination. I found myself absolutely awed and did not want this book to end. And the cliffhanger! All I can say is bravo!! I cannot wait to read more!
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Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Raven Woman’s Tavern is set in the near future in an abandoned mining town that is occupied by a small group of survivalists eking out a meagre existence. Many, but not all, of the community’s citizens are law abiding folks so when a small group of militia members converge upon the town it sets some of the community members on edge.
The story is centered on Raven Woman, a shapeshifter, and her tavern. When the militia members enter Raven’s tavern it sets off a chain of events that forever changes the life of one of its members, Baylor. After a night of heavy drinking and obnoxious behaviour the militia leave the tavern and head for home. The four members end up lost which baffles them because they have travelled that very same stretch of road on numerous occasions in the past. Somehow though, the road looks different, and time seems to be standing still. The four young militia are left to battle with each other as well as the harsh elements. Baylor is banished from the group, and he must venture through the woods and try to survive on his own. As he wanders through the forest, Baylor spots a raven in nearby treetop and swears that it is talking to him and leading the way for him. He quickly brushes this off as from fatigue and malnourishment and plods on, hoping that he can find shelter before he is too weak to continue.
Raven Woman’s Tavern is the first book that I have read by Laura Koerber, but it will not be the last. The author did a marvelous job of describing the characters, their lives, and the world they were struggling to survive in. The book gave a glimpse into how lives would be if we were suddenly stripped of all the modern conveniences, we have grown accustomed to having and often take for granted. This is something that I have though of often and found myself wanting a simpler life. Learning to fend for myself and be more self sustainable started with growing and canning my own food. These are skills that seem to have become lost through the years and I am hoping to pass these skills onto the next generation. Kudos to Laura Koerber, I look forward to reading more of your books!
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5⭐
I read this book in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down it was so good and I’m a little miffed that I have to wait for the next one as there was a cliffhanger ending!!
Princess Rowan of Lochlann is the type of girl I could be friends with. She’s quirky, outspoken, desire driven and has a heart that is surprisingly bigger than her mouth. She’s also really good at landing herself in trouble which is where we start off in this story.
She is captured by her family’s enemies, the Elk Clan of the Socarian people. These two regions have had conflict since before Rowan was born, so she finds herself at odds between how she feels and how she should feel as Lord Theodore, the heir to Elk Clan escorts her to her freedom or her demise. I definitely cannot wait for the next book and will have that preorder button set for sure!
Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The setting is 10 years in the future in and around a little town called Warrentown in Washington… It’s not hard to believe the dystopian world Laura Koerber has built as many of the issues mentioned have been current events for so long.
Generally, I do not struggle to read from multiple point of views, but I did struggle to know what was going on during this read. It may have been too often of a transition because the author did a fabulous job of getting into the mood of multiple head spaces. I could definitely hear the differences between transitions; maybe it was just too frequent for me to keep a steady track of what was happening.
Warrentown is aptly described as a small, isolated town that made me recall my own history in a town similar. All in all, the imagery of this story is great and the characters of this book have potential, I’m just not entirely sure what the plot of this book was. I did like reading about Charlie and Val and enjoyed the character progression of Baylor.
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
GREAT start to a trilogy I look forward to devouring. I was hooked from the start, when we meet our rebel princess being captured in enemy lands after an attempt to smuggle contraband alcohol. She is a sassy, brave, and intelligent girl of 17, who is entangled in the Socairan justice system, which is much more heavy-handed than her own. She attempts to pretend to be as demure as the women of Socair, but can she hold her tongue long enough to be set free? This was a great journey, loved watching Rowan cause the men to blush and being anything but the well-trained lady. Loved the characters, including the friend she makes from another Socair clan, and the villain who angles for her death. Very well-written, great heroine, and fun plot. I’m going to have to go back and read the other books from the Lochlann Treaty!
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Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Notebook Mysteries is the second book in the Decisions and Possibilities series. It centers around 18 year old Emma Evans. It is technically in the Young Adults genre of reading, but anyone would enjoy this book. While this book does stand alone, it references what happened in the first book several times, so it would be best to read the books in order. I really enjoy historical fiction, and I enjoyed the mystery in this book as well. Emma is observant and sweet while still being direct. It’s the perfect read if you like mysteries and/or historical fiction!
