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Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Kristy Nelson

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

As someone who predominantly reads psychological thrillers, this was pretty out of my wheelhouse. I’m very glad I gave it a chance! The author described and constructed the worlds beautifully. The stories were action packed and gripping, and the characters were well thought out. Even if Sci-Fi isn’t your go to genre, I’d recommend reading this!

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The Rise Of Manifesto The Great (Planet Hy Man) by Kerrie Noor – Review by Beth McKitrick

The Rise Of Manifesto The Great: A Sci Fi Comedy Where Women Wear The Trousers (Planet Hy Man)The Rise Of Manifesto The Great: A Sci Fi Comedy Where Women Wear The Trousers by Kerrie Noor
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was pretty interesting to me. I knew it was supposed to be a humorous/satirical read, but it is a different type of humor than what I was expecting. It was a fast-paced story, quickly jumping from one point to the next, which I found made it a little bit difficult to get into. The writing was very matter-of-fact, which makes for a good almost documentary-style story, but not as great for connecting to characters. If you like this type of humor, this will make a good book for you, but it wasn’t necessarily my favorite. This doesn’t mean it’s a bad book by any means, just not really up my alley.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King-Review by Shadel Ayerbe

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King is a young adult fantasy story that is great for everyone.

Makayla is in her first year at the paranormal academy. When all three of the schools to which she applies refuse her application, she is left with just one option. Unfortunately, finding a way out of Grave Digger Academy is more important to her than completing its curriculum. Gravediggers are the ones who do the digging. Grave Diggers, on the other hand, preserve buried remains six feet underground. This year’s pupils are going to discover that corpses may be fickle and that when the dead refuse to cooperate, they will pay the price.

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 in the series can’t wait to read more.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Heather Bass

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read a few books from this author and she continues to blow my mind with her writing. I love a good paranormal story but she exceeded my expectations all the time. This is the first book in a young adult series called the Grave Digger Academy. I can see this series turning into an amazing movie. I couldn’t put this book down until I was finished. I can’t wait to see what happens to these amazing characters.

This is the first year that Makayla is going to the paranormal school. She doesn’t know what to expect and she is really nervous. Makayla is denied by all the schools she wanted to go to except one the Grave Digger Academy. She downstairs wants to go but she has no other choice but to go. Makayla is shocked at what this academy is actually about. She will be responsible to make sure the dead stay that way. Makayla thought this was going to be an easy year but quickly she learned it is harder than she thought. She never realized that the dead could make things even more harder for her by not listening. Will Makayla get through her first year in this scary school or will it become too dangerous for her?

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Grave Digger Academy ( Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1 ) by C.A. King – Review by Carla Clemmons

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

C.A. King did not disappoint, which she never does! I loved reading about Makayla’s first year away in the paranormal academy system. All she wants is to get out of Grave Digger Academy and that seems harder than she anticipated for sure! First she will have to learn why she was sent there. I cannot wait to read the second and third book in this series!!!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Emily McCoy

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this read. It was very Adventurous and the characters were a lot of fun to get to know. The one thing that really stood out to me was how it kept reiterating that your choice matters, regardless of everything else what you want matters as well. Even if she wasn’t able to get into the Academy she wanted. This is a thrilling book with a great message, it may be YA but I think it sets its self apart from most others. C. A. king did an amazing job!

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Sex on Fire (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Robin Rankin

Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1)Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read by Ashley Bostock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock

This book was an incredibly quick read but that didn’t keep it from having the hot moments you would expect from a book title Sex on Fire.

I’m sure everyone has had the hot neighbor, either next door in in the neighborhood.  We had one not too long ago right next door and boy did I enjoy the times he would workout in his garage and driveway, sorry got side tracked. Turner was that neighbor for Poppy.

This booked packed a lot of punch into its pages and look forward to reading more in this series.

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Georgia Clay (Southern Promises Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Trish Ann

Georgia Clay (Southern Promises, #1)Georgia Clay by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Georgia Clay was such a beautiful love story! I was hooked from the first meeting between Clay and Katie. I loved how sweet their story was and how it didn’t have the usual turbulence of the genre. When Katie got on the Harley and saw the vanity plate, my heart just about burst! Talk about a beautiful, karmic moment. I absolutely loved the lightness of the story and how endearing it was. It was the perfect summer read that hit all the right heartstrings.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a great fantasy YA book and this book definitely did NOT disappoint! Makayla wanted to go to a paranormal academy, but unfortunately was not accepted in her first few choices and ended up going to the Grave Digger Academy. You find out that you just do not dig the graves but you need to keep the dead buried. The dead can be “uncooperative” when it comes to staying 6 feet under. I really enjoyed the fantasy mixed with magic and witches in this book. There are some twists, turns and secrets so the book continues to intrigue and is truly hard to put down. I am so looking forward to reading more of this series.

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Of Magic & Scales by Natalina Reis – Review by Ashley Dover

Of Magic & Scales (Of Magic & Scales, #1)Of Magic & Scales by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aiden Mercer is an American who has left the DC area to form a new life in Portugal. He wants an easy-going lifestyle, so he opened a coffee shop and spends as much time as he can by or on the beach watching the male population. Aiden’s not as regular as he wants to seem. Since he was a child, he can see members of the magical community.

He doesn’t see many magical beings where he lives and in his coffee shop on a normal day. But one day, after a morning run and a stop at the local bar, he gets a visit from a witch named Taz. Taz tells him about deaths in the magical community. She wants his help to try and solve them. The only clue that they have is that there is merfolk DNA at all the crime scenes. As a former private investigator, Aiden is curious.

Naël Fouchard is a merman that lives in Cascais raising his younger sister. With the suspect having merfolk DNA, Naël seeks out Aiden’s help as well. Although Naël was quite rude to Aiden in previous encounters, he needs Aiden’s help. The two men realize that they have ridiculous chemistry. Their relationship blossoms as they work to uncover the real identity of the serial murderer. Can they solve the murder before it’s too late?

Of Magic and Scales is an amazing story with magical beings. The characters are brought to life by author Natalina Reis. I found myself carried on by the story and cheering Aiden and Naël along in their quest to prove Naël’s innocence.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you like Paranormal/Romance this book is for you. This was a very good, easy read. The story starts in 1974 when Cassie is trying to get away from her brother. She summons help to get away and is missing 45 years. When she reappears, she comes across a house where she meets Nick Felson. Even though at first he was tough, unsure and wants nothing to do with is magic, he falls for Cassie. I love how they were meant to be together. There were a few twists, turns, secrets along the way that unfolds and brought together a very good book. Looking forward to continuing the series!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Stephanie Corbin

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young is a great first installment to what I believe is going to be a magical roller coaster witchy series. Personally this is my first read by Ms. Young but boy oh boy was I not disappointed. Ms. young not only provides us with a fantastic story, but she also gives us very detailed character descriptions, and a wonderful budding relationship between the main characters. This book was so wonderfully written that it kept me flipping the pages faster then I could blink to see what happens next. So if your looking for a great new paranormal series I highly recommend Tangled Roots.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young- Review by Lauren West

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is beautiful story about two lost souls. Cassie And Nick find each other at the most unexpected time, but the right time. Nick is currently living in present day and trying to escape a town based on gossip and assumptions. Unable to take the whispers any longer he plans to sell his grandma‘s home and start fresh away from the whispering words. As he’s preparing for his new life he then meets Cassie,
Cassie is from 1974. At a time that she should be young and free she’s being imprisoned and abused by her family. She’s a witch who wants to explore her magical abilities, but her family does not allow her to do so. In her unhappy state she runs away and finds refuge within a witch coven. Her new found freedom is short-lived when her brother is sent to find her, and desperation causes her to do the unthinkable,
As we watch from past to present we experience true friendship, first love, and unforgettable magic.

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Stephanie Colley

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book made you feel like you were back in high school with all the teen spirit and teen relationship problems.
Hadley is the new girl and has her sights on Nick and lucky for Hadley, Nick has his eye on her. So it should be golden. Right? With high school drama there comes a lot of jealousy and questioning of everything. This story takes you through all the ins and outs of teen relationships, friend betrayal and total heartbreak.
Will Hadley and Nick last though all the drama that unfolds?

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Remember His Name (Remember My Name Series Book 2) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Kayla Bullock

Remember His Name (Remember My Name, #2)Remember His Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book 2 in the Remember My Name Series introduces us to Wren and his husband, Henry. Wren, sensing that something is about to go terribly wrong, warns Henry. But when Henry doesn’t listen, he is murdered—and Wren is the prime suspect. Now, being hounded relentlessly by the press, the cops, and everyone around him, Wren is desperate to find the killer. Because now his visions are showing him his own death!

Book 2 is such a great story. I really enjoyed this novel and felt that the characters were more developed and the story had more flow than book 1. The cliffhanger in Remember My Name is wrapped up neatly in Book 2. Laurencia Hoffman knows how to keep the reader intrigued and rooting for the protagonist throughout the story. I will be looking forward to reading more of her stories in the future!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grave Digger Academy – C.A. King

5-stars

What a truly amazing paranormal read by the phenomenal C.A. King! I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning until end. I loved the idea behind this storyline and was captivated right from the start. I loved all of the detail, the characters, and the mystery.

This is one of those books that I wish were longer, I could have continued reading this story for so long as I loved everything about it.

I can’t wait to continue this series with book 2 and would recommend this book to anyone looking for their next paranormal read!

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Remember My Name (Remember My Name Series Book 1) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Kayla Bullock

Remember My Name (Remember My Name #1)Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shane, young, bitter, with his heart closed off, hides secrets from everyone in his life, including Callen. Callen, older, successful, and Shane’s first adult relationship, reenters Shane’s life after breaking his heart. Can Callen break through and help Shane confront his past, his many dark secrets, before it is too late?

I enjoyed Remember My Name. The characters are likeable, but are not very well developed. The reader is left with a lot of questions about who he is. The relationship between Shane and Callen was realistic and I was rooting for them to figure it out before another heartbreak. I love cliffhangers and this novel is set up perfectly to lead into book 2 in the series. Great writing!

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Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers Book 1) by Belinda Williams – review by Jules Herbert

Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers, #1)Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mr Nice Guy By Belinda Williams was such a great read! so much fun and gorgeous characters with lots of heart. It was the very first book I have ever read that is actually set in the area that I live and that was so much fun! Harrys is the stuff of legends! If you are a local you know what I mean, If not Read the book! lol

Chelsea is a beautiful young woman, who is ALWAYS dating the wrong guy! She shares an apartment with her older brothers best mate Tom, a good looking paramedic who is so over hearing about her dating misadventures. When her friend Nadia suggests she needs a nice guy and that Tom is in fact a nice guy both Chelsea and Tom think she is nuts at first! This does give Tom an idea though and he decides Chelsea needs to learn what dating a nice guy truly means. He offers to date her for a week to show her how she truly should be treated. During this week attraction grows and the true story becomes could this pretend relationship actually become a real meaningful one? or will past hurts get in the way?

I know I have said this before but this book truly was such a fun read with characters full of heart that you so easily connect with. Do yourself a huge favour and read this book now!!!! I now need more Belinda Williams books! Ms Williams you have a new fan.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Caralee Loonat

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Book 1) by Denise D. Young
4 Stars!!!!

I just love paranormal romances and this book hit the spot. I like how the author spins the story. The supernatural element to this book really adds to drama. The characters really come to life and entice the reader in.

Cassie and Nick have such a powerful chemistry in this book. Their journey of discovery and getting together is just empowering. Along the way they have an evil to overcome and a past as well. I really was hooked on this book and couldn’t put it down. I look forward to reading more from the author in future.

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Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short StoriesBeginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A very enjoyable and engaging book of original short stories based on the theme that “life never turns out like you expected”. Each story is a very quick read but is also a complete story and Suen makes the reader feel fully immersed in each storyline. For such short stories the characters are really bought to life by the wonderful writing and I felt as though I had been on an emotional rollercoaster by the end of the book. The first story ‘Grits Girl’ looks at how love blossomed over breakfast leading to a surprise question during a couples weekly ritual. ‘The Accident’ follows a couple as their life is changed dramatically following an accident. ‘The End of Summer’ takes us on a heartfelt journey along with a father and son and the stranger that takes a detour with them. The bonus story, ‘Pick Me’ definitely left me with a smile on my face. Each story had twists and turns that made the stories unpredictable. These short stories have left me wanting to read more by the author Jane Suen.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Y’all, I found my new favorite author.

Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young has captured my fancy and is not letting go. Anyone who is a fan of time travel stories (like Outlander) and witchy fiction (such as Practical Magic) will fall in love with this story, which is set in the small town of Willow Creek, Virginia.
Cassie Gearhart is a fantastic female protagonist and an easy character to relate to, even if she is a witch who has been asleep for 45 years. And then there’s Nick; the grandson of Cassie’s former High Priestess, and the only witch left alive to represent the coven. The author is an artist the way she weaves 1974 and 2019 together via Cassie. The imagery and details are rich and poignant, and Tangled Fates, book number 2, is next on my to-be-read list. I highly recommend this book and author with 5 stars!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Kerry Carr

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great first book in the Tangled Magic series. I love how the author combines paranormal and romance and how the author creates characters that are believable.

Cassie is a witch. After escaping her family she becomes part of a Coven at Willow Creek. When her brother comes to get her and bring her home she casts a spell for help so her brother can’t find her. That was in 1974.

Fast forward to 2019 and Cassie finds herself awake back in Willow Creek and nothing is how she remembers it.
Cassie meets Nick. Nick turns out to be the grandson of her former priestess of her Coven. Nick is reluctant to have anything to do with magic but as much as they try something magical is drawing them together.

Why are they drawn to each other? What happened to Cassie’s Coven? What magical force is working to push them together and what dark force is working to destroy them all.

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Captured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Amanda Lundin

Captured by the ViscountCaptured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a wonderful period piece. I’m a sucker for an independent woman throwing ALL the sass in a man’s world and this novel had it in heaps.

It had a lovely romantic twist with a fun murder mystery plot to it, my favorite combo! The characters were great and the linguistics and commentary were well established and easy to read and enjoy. I love how each character is riddled with flaws yet remains relatable. While I’m no historian or expert on the era, I felt it was an accurate representation of the times.

It was a great read that I highly recommend.

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Of Fire & Bone (Of Magic & Scales Book 3) by Natalina Reis – Review by Karyn Taylor

Of Fire and Bone (Of Magic & Scales, #3)Of Fire and Bone by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Of Fire and Bone is the third book in the Of Magic and Scales series by Natalina Reis. It is an M/M fantasy romance which I thoroughly enjoyed. When I saw this book I was so happy to see Aiden and Nael again.
Nael is a gorgeous, but grumpy, merman and Aiden is his magical boyfriend and together they are an amazing couple who I love reading about. Their love for one another is awesome and they will do absolutely anything for each other, including going face to face with gods and goddesses and other magical creatures.
In Of Fire and Bone Aiden is being hounded by the horrid creature that they have nicknamed ‘Bob’ to annoy him. Bob is intent on killing Aiden and will use any means to do so.
Added to this danger to his life, Aiden’s father is back on the scene and that causes Aiden a lot of anguish and he needs his beloved merman to help him get through the tough times.
This is a great, well written, fast paced story. I already loved these characters and there is also a great secondary cast of characters which add so much to the story.
Definitely recommend this book and the whole series.

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Georgia Clay (Southern Promises Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Heather Stanley

Georgia Clay (Southern Promises, #1)Georgia Clay by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Georgia Clay is the first in the Southern Promises Series by K. G. Fletcher. Through the whole story, I felt like I was dreaming. Clay and Katie were such interesting characters to follow along in their journey. I love country music and cowboys, and the fact it was partly in Nashville this was right up my alley. I loved how each of the characters grew into who they really wanted to be with each other, not because of each other. The book was fast paced and easily read in one sitting, did not want to put it down. Would definitely recommend for those who love adorable country love stories!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Faith Jackson

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a beautiful start to a “tangled” story. See what I did there? No, but seriously, this book is seriously good with the way it wraps around you as the reader is entwined in this great story.
Amazing read for anybody interested in fantasies as I am. I liked this read from start to finish. I’m ready to delve deeper into the rest of this series as it’s captured my attention and it’s worth the read!

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven series) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Angela Hayes

book coverThe Girl and The Raven by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Girl and the Raven is the first book in The Girl and the Raven series by Pauline Gruber. This is my first read from Ms. Gruber, so I really didn’t know what to expect going in. What I discovered is an original YA paranormal story- with witches, demons, ravens, magic, good vs evil, a bit of a love triangle, choices, discovery, and more.
Ms. Gruber had me at witches and demons- add in the ravens and other paranormal elements and I was hooked.
The story was a little slow at times, but that didn’t detract from my overall enjoyment of the story. Looking forward to reading Book #2!

Thank you, Pauline Gruber!

 

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Faith Jackson

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book teaches a young woman lessons about friendship, love and betrayal. The way Ms. Krysten Hager writes her stories are something anyone young enough to acknowledge can learn from. This book is interesting but brings you back to your teenage years if you’re a mature woman who likes reading the young adult genre. Pick up your copy and you won’t be disappointed!

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The Halfling’s Court (A Bad-Ass Faerie Tale Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Angela Hayes

The Halfling's Court: A Bad-Ass Faerie Tale (Bad-Ass Faerie Tales, #1)The Halfling’s Court: A Bad-Ass Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

The Halfling’s Court is the first book in the Bad *** Faerie Tale series by Danielle Ackley-McPhail. I love that it melds the fae with MC…. motorcycles, and an original take on ‘The Wild Hunt’- magic, fantasy, mayhem, drama, complex characters, and all the extra creative touches that I have come to expect from Ms. Ackley-McPhail’s stories.
I love that Ms. Ackley McPhail has such a wonderfully creative imagination, as her stories are nothing if not unique and original and this one is no exception.
I’m looking forward to seeing what she does next.

Thank you, Danielle Ackley-McPhail!

 

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Remember His Name (Remember My Name Series Book 2) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Angela Hayes

Remember His Name (Remember My Name, #2)Remember His Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Remember His Name is the second book in the Remember My Name series by Laurencia Hoffman. After being so engrossed in the first book, there was no question whether I would be reading this book. Click- click-clickity-click. As with the first book this is quite a gripping and suspenseful M/M romance. It is dark and emotionally charged- keeping me glued to the pages as everything unfolded. This is definitely my favourite of the two books.
Even though this could be read as a standalone if you wanted to, I do recommend reading the first book before starting this one, as there is a tie to the first book that is worth knowing.
My heart broke for Wren and what he went through- he feels compelled to unravel the clues and get to the bottom of it all, but time is not on his side. The tension is palpable in parts.
Definitely worth the read!

Thank you, Laurencia Hoffman!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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