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Stripped (Stripped Book 1) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Beverly Finnie

Stripped (The Stripped Series Book 1)Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What is there to say? Stripped(Stripped Series book 1) by Stacy-Deanne was interestingly captivating, a story about a murder with a forbidden fruit sub-plot.
We meet Dee, a Baltimore homicide detective, who just recently partnered with her least favorite person in the precinct Connie.
Unfortunately for Dee, the case Connie and her responded to involves her ex Grayson Paul as a prime suspect. Grayson Paul being in her life once again puts a strain on her current relationship with Winston. Dee dealing with that strain finds herself drawn to the next suspect on the list, Jonathan Wild.
When Dee and Connie go to visit his compound, Jonathan makes it his mission to get Dee to join The Circle aka his family. Once Jonathan is able to get Dee alone she struggles with her attraction to his life and world. Jonathan being a forbidden fruit she knows is completely wrong for her but can’t stay away.
A page turner in its own right, you want to know what Dee will do next. Will she fight for her relationship with Winston? Will she give into Jonathan’s advances and manipulation? Will she be able to see clearly enough, to break the case Connie and herself are working? Is Grayson responsible for Autumn’s demise? Did her past involvement with Jonathan become her undoing? All that and so many more questions will have you unwilling to put the book down till you have your answers.
Trust me when I say you will get sucked in till the very end, as if Jonathan himself is manipulating you to see the story through.
It will not disappoint!

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Hold Me Forever by Lea Nolan – Review by Kellie Piaskowski

Hold Me ForeverHold Me Forever by Lea Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really loved Hold Me Forever. Lark’s story was so beautiful and Lea Nolan’s characters are bright and funny. This is the third book in the Heron Harbor series and I want to go back to the beginning and read them all. This is such an easy to read, beach and summer fun book. I’m looking forward to more from this author!!

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Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Mystery Series Book 6) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Barbara Stegall

Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 6)Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Mystery Series Book 6) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Barbara Stegall

Mike and Madeline are Private Investigators that have five other books. They are looking into a couple of cases in this book. I feel like I should go back and read the other books to understand all the references to the past. One of the current cases has a tie back to the past. The story is well written and the characters are believable. I will have to say the only down side to this book for me was that I had it figured out early in the book so it was a little hard to finish reading the book. I do like series but for this one I need to start at the beginning to get the full effect I think.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Changley Cavins

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved everything about this book!

Athena is a successful woman motivated by the pain of her past. Can she overcome that or will she let it get in her way of the super hot pool player that comes in to her pool hall?

She is surrounded by money and lifelong friends that are better than family.

I loved Athena’s personality. I loved Tru and his Ma. I loved the dialog with Indigo and Gwyn towards Athena’s decisions (or lack of).

This was a quick read. I couldn’t put it down. There was steam. There was emotion.

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Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Michelle Downing

Journeys Through SpaceTimeJourneys Through SpaceTime by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a huge fan of sci-fi, I really loves this book. Set between multiple characters, it can be hard to follow at times and to find the major connection between them. The end product was incredible and makes those connections apparent. I took one star off because I felt there could have been less characters or the flow between them could have been better. I also was thrown by the fact that very few contractions were used, making the dialogue kind of stunted. Overall I really did enjoy this book and am looking forward to reading the next installment now that I know the connections.

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace – Review by Melody (Karen) Marsh

Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles #1)Sweet Nightmares by Chynna Pace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great young adult novel! It has been a little while since I picked up a young adult novel because I wasn’t sure it could capture my attention as well. Sweet Nightmares by Chynna Pace had no problem pulling me in! I finished this book in under a day!!

Following the emotional trail that Alex leaves dealing with her mom’s death and having a rude Grandma and trying to care for her sister and learning truly shocking pieces of herself and her heritage, it leaves you a little raw after reading. Chynna Pace spares no word while feeding you emotions to match Alex’s and sometimes Zoey’s. Their story is just starting and by the end of the book, they know it too. This is such a great setup to book 2, but if you don’t plan on reading book 2, you will after the ending!

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Sara Oxton

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy series box set by Linda Burson fantastic four-star reads.
Rage, Confusion and Agony and Ecstasy complete the Marcy series, this series was good, and it shows us Marcy is a strong character and she shows us her strength of character that will surprise you at times, but it will also show you how great the writing and character development is by this author. These stories have their ups and downs and suspense a plenty as well as drama, there is a love triangle, so that’s kinda a given. But there’s another side as well, a deeper side that’s filled with a depth and drama you don’t see often, its well written and compelling and makes a very fast paced story easy to grasp. Overall, they are very good stories, they just missed that something special that blew me away.

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Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Melody (Karen) Marsh

RepairRepair by Trish Williford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Repair by Trish Williford is a great romance novel that has all dreamy aspects of romance! While I read a lot of romance novels, I haven’t come across one with the “fixer” ideal. I have to be honest, this wasn’t 100% my bread and butter. I normally read very fast paced romance books, and while this book doesn’t quite fit into that category, falling in love with the characters slowly was a very nice experience.

The book follows the normal “I’m your big bro’s best bud, therefore I can’t have you” storyline you day-dream about, but Trish Williford doesn’t stop at just romance in this book. She tackles all the feelings of self-doubt and issues that men go through with Tank. She gives us the dark sides of the characters so we can fall in love with the people and not just their story. This was such a well written book!
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HER DARK LOVE (DARK SPELL SERIES Book 4) by ISRA SRAVENHEART – Review by Tausha Treadway

Her Dark Love (Dark Spell #4)Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

HER DARK LOVE (DARK SPELL SERIES Book 4) by ISRA SRAVENHEART. This is the 4th book in the Dark Spell Series and its so good. Its the story of Isra and Everlida as they being their studies at Wingdom’s Academy to learn the art of magic. At the age of 17 students learn how to perfect their magic powers and how to use them. Lady Isra was not always bad she once used her powers for good. This tells the story of how it all began and explains more about the other books. Its a fast paced keep you up all night read. Isra is not a very social person but she does befriend Everlida and later on Johnathan. Isra is not sure about Johnathan but decides to meet up with him not knowing he’s been seeing Everlida as well. Can they stop Isra from becoming dark and how will they be able to stop it. This super intriguing read full of magic, emotions and love is amazing. Read it today!

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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Shelly Kittell

Hanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson NovelHanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of the best crime books I’ve read this year. Action-packed and a definite page turner, Nick is one of my favorite characters because he is real and moody. He is deep and has a personality that just makes him feel real. The story feels like something that could have been taken from the headlines. I would have though Nick might have passed on this case because Angie killed herself, but he pushed through. Along with the stress of the case, he has his “girlfriend,” Laura, who is trying to get her psychopath twin sister out of her life. What a challenge Nick has to overcome, but he does. He keeps pursuing the case and looking for those clues. The plot and descriptions work with the story also. The story leaves you breathless at times. You might forget you are holding your breathe at times. You feel like you’re on a roller coaster. This is a must for lovers of crime stories. Highly recommend.

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Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Kristy Nelson

Journeys Through TimeSpaceJourneys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I read James Talisman’s first Journey Through Book and thoroughly enjoyed it. You can read this one even if you haven’t read the first, but there are some repeat characters and I believe you’ll enjoy it better than if you didn’t read it in order. I love how this book grabs you from the beginning and sucks you into another world. The writing style is very descriptive, making it easy to vividly picture everything. Overall another very entertaining read!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared is book one in the Green Street Girls Romance series by N. D. Jackson. The story was an emotionally charged drama that flowed along gracefully and dramatically. Athena and her soul sisters were ready to take on the world and falling in love was not in the cards for her. Tru comes along and rocks her to her very core. She was unprepared for all of the feelings he invoked, all that he represented and the way he wedged his way into her heart. She had her girls and her business and that was all she needed. Or so she thought.
These characters blended together well and despite their individuality, they connected very well and were a pleasure to read about. The author spun a wonderfully intricate and thought provoking tale. A fabulous introduction to the Green Street girls. An endearing story. 4 stars.

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Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel by Trish Williford—Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

RepairRepair by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is beautifully written. The flow and plot and characters are so entertaining, Williford really wrote this with emotion. I felt like I had an attachment to this story. It was a nice quick read. This is my first book by this author and it won’t be my last.

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Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett

Niran and Saffie are back and they are in more trouble than ever, Saffie has been found by her husband and the minute they broke down the door to her apartment, Niran knows things will get ugly, but when they hurt Saffie and another right in front of his eyes, it takes all his willpower to act as if it is something he enjoys seeing. He lies and plays the part of a biker who is about to turn tail on his MC and look for something more to his taste, despite the colour of his skin and the person he is trying to convince believes him, the only problem is that Saffie believes him too. After this conversation, they are bundled into their transport and taken to the Crazy Wolves MC Clubhouse, but as Niran keeps playing the part and harming Saffie in the process, he feels physically sick but cannot show it on the outside as he knows that keeping up this pretence in the only chance he has to keep them both safe.

As the next day approaches, Niran is being missed at his usual workplace and nobody has seen or heard hide nor hair from them and this isn’t in their character at all, so when they realise that something is wrong they start to plan a way to make it right and hope that they are not too late. Meanwhile, Saffie has been locked back in her old room she hoped she would never see again and is again being severely beaten and interrogated about why she terminated the pregnancy, all while not being able to utter a single word, but when she does the answer is not accepted and her future is laid out before her in all its depraved glory. Saffie cannot believe what she is hearing or what it all means in the end, she also realises that her life has been a sham from the beginning and when reality hits, she is both angry and despairing at the same time as she thinks about the torture she is about to start enduring.

As Niran is considering his own future and how it may now be an extremely short one, he makes peace with himself by choosing to protect Saffie in the only way he can and if that includes giving his own life up for her, then he is more than willing to do that and when he is ordered to become Saffie’s guard, he isn’t going to let the opportunity pass him by. Will Niran be able to keep up with the charade of being someone his complete opposite, or will the cracks start to show and his life be on the chopping block and will Saffie be able to live with the life which has been lain out for her, will she give in or keep fighting back? This is a rollercoaster of emotion as you live through the very trying times with Saffie and Niran as they fight for survival in more ways than one until this second part is concluded.

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Melissa Agena

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having a deep dark past can push you to a point of no return. Sam has finally had it. The last straw has finally broken. Dark Bastard is the fifth book in the Dark Sparrow Series by India Kells. Just as amazing as the books that came before it, this story takes us on a journey of two broken souls and a past that comes back to threaten them once again. Sam is about to make the most important call of his life when he makes a mistake and winds up talking to a woman who just might need him more than he thinks. And just when he thinks that Ellie is going to be okay, that deep dark past I spoke about earlier, yeah that one…well that comes back to hit him right in the face. Sam and Ellie both seem to have similar situations. Both the need to feel like the hero and savior and they both have sordid pasts. These two characters work so well together. You can’t help but fall in love with them and the story itself. I completely love this book and love this series. Of course, I always suggest that you read the series from the beginning that way you aren’t lost. However, you can read this book by itself. This book will not disappoint and I most definitely cannot wait to read the last book in the series!

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven Book 2) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Rosanna Ingram

The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven, #2)The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book picks up where the first book left off.
Lucy has learned who her father is…survived an attack…and is trying to find her way in this new reality she finds herself a part of. Jude is forcing her to train with him in order to harness and improve her demon powers. He is also training Dylan at the same time…which is driving Lucy’s hormones crazy. She loves Marcus and can’t figure out why her mind is even thinking of Dylan that way. On top of that, a new threat has come on the scene that is forcing Marcus away from her while presenting a new enemy that she must face. When she learns the reality of what happens when a demon dies, she is determined to keep her father safe. But when she conjures up a plan that requires summoning the king of demons, will she be able to do it? Or is there another way? Because if there isn’t…then there is going to be quite a price to pay…
I enjoyed reading the story. The characters are great. The story takes so many twists and turns that it is hard to figure out who the good guys are. Every action has a part in moving the story along…and I am still left with questions that will hopefully be answered in the next book. Overall, a good book!

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Angela Hayes

Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

 

 

Hairball and Homicide is the first book in the Kitty Beret Café Mystery series by Ruth J. Hartman. It is a cute cozy mystery- with some very quirky characters, a colourful cat café, murder, crime + investigation, humour, banter, a little romance, drama, and angst.
We meet Ellie Warren who owns the Kitty Beret Café where lattes and kitties abound. Life is good- until one of her crankier customers is found murdered, behind her café… and so the story begins.
This is a fun story to read with plenty of detailed descriptions that help set the scene/s. I love the original quirky premise of a cat café mystery series and am curious to see where we go from here. The only minor issue that I had is that the ‘mystery’ in the story got overshadowed somewhat by all the ‘cat’ elements, antics, shenanigans, costumes etc. Some of them were a little too long and involved and disrupted the flow of the actual ‘mystery’- but overall it was a fun and enjoyable story. I did adore Templeton though…

Thank you, Ruth J. Hartman!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Tina Vega

Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forbidden mate continues the story of Levi and Tasha so if you haven’t read first book, read it first. It builds on plot of that first book heavily. I love seeing progression of the relationship of our hero and heroine. The secondary characters are so fleshed out in this series as well. The plot continues to thicken as the heroine learns things about herself she didn’t know involving her gifts. Looking forward to reading the next book!!

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HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Rachel Moss

Hold Me ForeverHold Me Forever by Lea Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hold Me Forever was a great read! It was entertaining, quick, sweet, and I laughed several time while reading this novel. Raven’s story was so good, but I honestly honestly I enjoyed Lark’s better! It was so hard for me to put this book down when I started reading it. I fell in love the moment I read the first page. I really hope Nolan continues this series somehow but I don’t see how. I just love Heron Harbor so much and I don’t want to end! This was a great read and I highly recommend this standalone series!

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Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Ashley Dover

Journeys Through TimeSpaceJourneys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The journey to control the MultiVerse continues in this second installment by James Talisman. Matt, Julia, and Dan have traveled to the hidden valley to find ancient relics that will aid them in the battle to come. The journey is a dangerous one that they must take. Obstacles will not be impossible to overcome with knowledge of the MultiVerse.

While the trio searches for their artifacts, the Ultimate Superior, a reptilian humanoid, is also looking for the same artifacts. The goal is to gain universal domination. The reptilian humanoid team also faces trials in gathering the ancient treasures.

Both groups are trying to gain the upper hand and retrieve the artifacts. Which group will obtain the treasures? Earth’s fate lies in the hands of the trio.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Alexandria Richard

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A straight up sexy romance novel. Despite there not being much in the storyline besides Athena’s reluctant personal growth and the push and pull romance between Athena and Tru this novel kept me engaged, reading more, wanting to know what would happen next.

Can’t say I’ve read a romance novel before where one of the main characters was a professional pool player, and I’m so here for it.

I enjoyed the added backstory of Tru’s mixed heritage and the stressors reared with that. Also, Tru’s mom was a hoot and such a strong supportive side character. I loved the impact she, as well as Imogen and Gwyn has on Athena and Tru’s budding relationship.

I admit I wasn’t the biggest fan of the teasing of Athena’s backstory. I feel like it would have had more of an impact if we knew the complete backstory story of what had occurred closer to the beginning rather than hints dropped here and there.

As this is advertised as one of the Green Street Girls romance novels I can’t wait to read more about Imogen and Gwyn, and to see where Tru and Athena are down the road.

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BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero – Review by M Policicchio

Boy ReleasedBoy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero

4 out of 5 Stars

In this sequel to Boy On Hold, we jump ahead to Tyler being released from the psychiatric facility and moving home to Marcella’s. Marcella has moved away from the neighborhood where the incident happened. Marcella and Bernie have purchased and are running a motel in a resort community.

The past comes back to haunt this family trying to make a brand new start. Tyler is adapting to freedom. Everyone is adapting to having Tyler home. Hen is coming to grips with his impending inheritance and the burden it carries. An attack on Marcella leaves everyone believing the worst about Tyler. Was it the sins of the past catching up with the future? Could it be Tyler?

Again, J.D. Spero leaves the reader on slow burn. You know what happened but find yourself questioning what you know. Could it be Tyler? And, then BAM! The world tilts and the sunshine differently. I don’t know what happens next in Hen’s world, but I am along for the ride. Brava!!! J.D., brava!

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Lydia Pelton

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These books are amazing! Can I legit be Sunshine? She is seriously who my little 12 year old self wanted to be. A librarian with the nack to solve mysteries. She had me giggling at her antics. I saw myself in her throughout each book. I adore the entire community that surrounds her. Though, I must say I’ve started to have a little soft spot for Chef James. Each book is an entirely different mystery that draws sunshine into its clutches. It had me going ” I knew it!” to “Nope. No I didn’t.”. I loved how through the entire series she continuously leaned on God to protect her and lead her in the right direction. I am so in love with this series. I need the next one. You will not regret getting this series.

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Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Mystery Series Book 6) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Alexandra Leith

Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 6)Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I started this book I didn’t realize it was the 6th in the series. When I realized it was I kept reading anyway because the author explained everything in a way that I could understand the story line even though I hadn’t read the other 5. I still LOVED this book. It is a mystery thriller that had me turning each page in anticipation to find out what happened to the missing and why. I cannot wait to go back and read the other 5 books because Cynthia Hamilton’s writing is phenomenal. She drew me into Madeline and Mike’s world and it felt like I was right there with them trying to solve the mystery. I can’t wait to go back to read the other’s.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Tamisha Janay

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Athena is the character that I didn’t know I needed. She is strong and fierce and knows how to run her own businesses and make a hell of a profit. She has her sisters (in name, not blood) and they are proof that a woman can do everything a man can do – even in a predominantly man’s world – and even do it better. I was instantly hooked on this story from the first page and could not put it down until it was finished. The storyline at the beginning tugs on your heartstrings in such a way that makes you root for Athena, Indigo, and Gwyn. This was Athena’s story and it was told incredibly well. I felt her pain, her inner turmoil, and her happiness with every line written. She had an extremely rough time from 17 on and she turned it into one of the best things that could have happened to her.
Tru is the epitome of what happens when a good-at-heart man works extremely hard to get where he is in life. There was nothing that came easy for him growing up and he proved that his determination could win out and he could do exactly what he set his heart and mind to. He is a professional billiards player and travels around the world doing tournaments and taking care of his mother. It isn’t until he meets Athena that his past heartbreak becomes something he is ready to move on from.
The two of them together made this book something incredible. The chemistry between them was evident from their first meeting and my eyes stayed glued to this book until I soaked up every word. I cannot wait to see more from ND Jackson and the Green St. Girls! If you haven’t read it yet, don’t hesitate. HIGHLY recommend!

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Wendy Wary

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an intriguing story from the beginning to the explosive end. Both Sam and Ellie are ready to embrace death after different traumatic events begin to take their toll, but a misdialed number brings them together in a twist of fate. Sam seeks out Ellie to make sure she’s okay, and she gets dragged into his dark, twisted world when his dad kidnaps them both for a sick agenda to take Sam under his wing. The pair work together to find an escape, but it’s uncertain if they can survive the mental anguish and seeds of doubt Sam’s dad plants during their captivity. They fall in love, but can they survive long enough to find a happy ending together.

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HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Felicia Bates

While this is the third book in the Heron Harbor series by Lea Nolan, Hold Me
Forever is the first book I’ve read by this author in general. I am usually the kind of reader that NEEDS to start from the beginning if I know a book is part of a series, even if it is a standalone. When I stumbled across the synopsis though, I was really interested in the storyline and less concerned with not knowing any potential background on any of the characters. Fortunately, the book did not disappoint. With characters that you can’t help but love and a home feel, this book is the perfect summer read. I like the chemistry between Lark and Hunter but also LOVED that this book involved family, especially sisters as I have two of my own. I love a fun, lighthearted story that makes you feel like you’re at home, Hold Me Forever did that
for me early on. I will really be going back to read the first two installments of this series. Lea Nolan is definitely an author I want to read more of. I would give this book 4/5 stars.

Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Michelle Collier

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the story of Athena, one of the Green Street girls. She lives her life on her own terms and in her own way with the support of her girls. That is until she meets Tru, a pro pool player with a past of his own. Can Tru break through her walls? I enjoyed the characters so much. Athena has so many layers to be revealed. She is so much more than meets the eye.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Sophie Rae

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I stayed up – until 3am to finish this book and there are ZERO regrets. We follow Tru and Athena who just so happen meet in a pub that Athena owned. Of course, with a name like Athena she was totally a goddess – and she looked like one as well. The book goes through the hardships of Tru and Athenas lives pre and post meeting. And let me tell you. It is AMAZING. This is the perfect romance book. Their chemistry is amazing – and let me not forget to mention that Athena and I are way to similar for comfort. I would actually bake the author a whole cake for a “sister” story on Gwyn & Indigo because I KNOW those stories would be amazing too. If you want an all around feel good romance, this is for you!

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Master Descallia (Masters of the Consulate Book 1) by Sylvia Black – Review by Heather Simmons

Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 1)Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Note: I warn that anyone suffering from any type of abuse may find some scenes in the book hard to stomach and be triggered.
There is a mystery of woman being kidnapped and all evidence points to the vampire community. The leader of the vampires has worked centuries to establish human trust and does not wish to lose that trust. Enter in the saucy and strong willed female investigator. She is sent to go undercover and solve the mystery. Then everything goes awry. Needless to say, the magical powers of the vampires are pretty nifty and they can really pack a punch. I could really do without the heroine being made to be subservient. I liked her better when she was strong willed and stubborn. I guess we will see where the next book takes us.
If you are into vampires and BDSM, then I guess this would be your type of book. It was a quick read, and kept me interested, so I will give it that. I enjoy a good romance and mystery, but the “Master/Servant” stuff was a bit much for me.

Thank you Sylvia Black for adding more sexy vampires to our lives!

Review by: Heather Simmons
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