Drag Me Down by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Full blown action and romance book for the sci-fi lovers. This isnt my usual genre that I typically go for, but I’m glad I gave it a chance. A history that’s full of revenge, love, and family drama with gangs. Great read!
Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Touched: Elemental Passions is a fantasy story about a fairy named Aeris. Aeris is adventurous and loves pushing boundaries to be in the human world. While she knows it is not always safe, she is fascinated by the human world. One day, while she snuck out, a human ends up being able to see through her glamour. This human is a detective named Callum. Callum and Aeris are immediately drawn to each other but don’t understand how or why. Callum is on a big case and things are getting weird, and not just because he can’t stop thinking about Aeris and what she is. The two of them realize that they are destined to be together and try to figure out what all this means. However, simultaneously, the two worlds are in danger and there is a batter brewing. The only people thought to be able to stop this is Aeris and Callum, but how? Will they be able to fight together, figure out what is going on, and also be allowed to be together?
This was a good book. I thought both characters were interesting. The storyline itself was fast-moving. I enjoyed how the fantasy world and the human world collided together. This is only the first book in the series, so I am sure I will go on to read the others to find out what will happen with this couple and their story.
This is the 3rd book in the Life Is Hell series by Naomi Valkyrie.
This book takes on the characters of Oren, a demon hunter and deputy sheriff, and Teivel, a demon tracker. There are sparks flying between these 2, but a lot needs to be said and done before they can try to become a couple. All of the previous characters and a lot of new characters were introduced in this book.
Oren and Teivel end up getting a baby dropped off with them for safe keeping. They end up being able to keep the baby.
There is a lot packed into this book and a lot of character development.
For me, this was the best book so far. I love Oren and Teivel. This is an M/M book with such sweet little tidbits of things along the way. You can read this book as a stand-alone, but I would suggest reading books 1 and 2 so you can read all of the characters and see how each one is so special to all of them.
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Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
With so many authors working on this story, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was impressed with how well it was put together.
There was a lot going on in this book, and I did feel that some of it could have been stretched out into other books to help with the pacing, but you can still follow it pretty well.
I loved the Aeris character, how she’s curious and isn’t afraid to break the rules to satisfy her thirst for adventure.
This story has a little of everything – drama, danger, tons of paranormal/fantasy beings, a prophecy, forbidden romance, and more!
Great read!
Breaking Apart by Wanda J. Venters
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book and the plot surrounding real relatable people and situations, such as our struggling vets, the medical personnel who are focused on helping them through their many struggles after serving our country, the stigma behind admitting you need mental health assist, the struggle medical professionals often face when trying to reduce the amount of suicides of our beloved vets and the impact this has on everyone, including the professionals themselves.
From the very beginning, I found myself intrigued and invested in this story. The characters are relatable and created beautifully. The real life struggles within the book like PTSD and drug addiction also made this more believable. The mysterious plot had me questioning everyone involved and the twist at the end left me shocked.
Overall I found this book quite. Impelling and although some might find some of these topics disturbing, the real life aspect could also create an eye opening experience for others.
Although this is a work of fiction, you can clearly see that both authors did their homework and/or used real life medical experience and expertise when creating this mystery. I highly recommend reading this book.
Drag Me Down by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Drag Me Down is the fourth book in the Full Throttle Cyborgs Series and is a Sci-Fi Romance that will have you turning the pages till the end . I’ve read several books by this author but this one may be my favorite yet. This is packed with action, gangs, fast cars, suspense, revenge and so much more. Get ready to be taken on a fast paced thrilling ride as we dive into Drag and Bridget’s story. Drag has been left for dead after being beaten but now he’s out for sweet revenge. Bridget does what needs to be done .These two live hard and drive fast cars and the chemistry/ sexual tension between is off the charts but oh so good. I highly recommend reading this book to find out happens next. I’m already looking forward to reading more from this Author.
Hell in a Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m so happy that Oren is the focus of this story. I was curious to what powers the demon hunters have. I was also curious to see how Oren’s and Tievel’s relationship would work. Larkspur is a hoot! I cannot wait to see what other beings we are introduced to in the next story.
Texas Winds by Dana Wayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a good 5 star read. My emotions were all over the place with this story. Jake’s world was turned upside down in many heartbreaking ways when his wife was in an accident. Lexi has also had her heart broken and is trying to move forward. When these two meet you can feel the instant connection. Will they let their walls down and let love in?
Overall this was a great read. I really like it when an author writes in dual POV. We get several twists and turns that added a great element to the story. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today.
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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49385532-perfect” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Perfect (Perfect, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1571075467l/49385532._SX98_SY160_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49385532-perfect”>Perfect</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14055439.Tricia_Copeland”>Tricia Copeland</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6444560590″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Perfect was a fun and well written book. Chloe is a college student still trying to figure out her life and what she wants. We see her go through several relationships as she tries to navigate this thing called life. Some relationships are good and some not so good. Although at first I found it a bit odd to have the story broken up into parts it made sense as the story progressed. This was a fast paced yet enjoyable book that can be read as a standalone.
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The Better Man by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book of the series. It can be read as a stand alone. I absolutely loved this book. I did not want to put it down. Jamie and Laramee are so cute together! There is a little bit of a rough start to their relationship, but we are fairly quickly rewarded with a friendship that slowly builds.
Perfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Perfect by Tricia Copeland is the first novel I have read by this author and it did not disappoint! This was a quick, yet wonderful read about a young woman trying to navigate school, her dream career, friends and her love life. She is a sweet girl, full of love to give, but she’s not going to have anyone plan her life for her, or sacrifice being who she is and aspires to be. Lots of twists and turns lead her down several different paths to finding the true happiness she deserves, and I was rooting for her from beginning to end.
I’ll definitely be looking out for future books by this author. I thought this story was wonderfully written, and it didn’t feel over-the-top like many romance stories do. If you’re into the romance genre, I would definitely recommend!
Amese of Animalis by M.J. Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amese has some big shoes to fill and she’s not sure that she really wants to take on the responsibility. The orchid bees have given her a series of assignments or trainings that she needs to complete in order to become the next potentate. Amese has to make some critical decisions as she goes through these trainings.
This was a very enjoyable book and I look forward to more in this series. Check out the beautiful cover of this book as well! I love the vibrant images and colors!!
Perfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read a few books by this author before, and although this one is a bit different, I still thoroughly enjoyed it! This is a pretty fast paced story which led me to read it all in one day. It took me a little bit to find my reading groove, but once I did, I was completely absorbed. Our main character is Chloe, and she feels quite relatable. I think everyone has been in relationships where they give their all just to find that it doesn’t work for a multitude of reasons. Chloe has dated some good guys and some that made me want to scream. Each emotion that she went through hit my heart and made me feel like I was experiencing it right along with her. If you’re looking for a story that isn’t the typical cookie-cutter romance, this is the right book for you!
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Unicorn, Don’t Do That!: It’s okay if a Unicorn poops on your doorstep by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another cute story by this author. Nice illustrations that follow the story line. This book is easy to read and very entertaining for the littles.
Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Touched: Elemental Passions Book One by Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, and Melissa MacKinnon. This is the first book 8in the Elemental Passions Series. Its the story of Aeris a fae who is very intrigued by everything but especially humans outside of Laric. Her brother Cyrus has warned her against this but she still sneaks out and watches them without them knowing or so she thinks. There is one human who can actually see her and asks her if she is ok. Callum Is a police detective and he is concerned for Aeris and asks her if he can help her. Aeris does this only think she knows, she flees! While Callum is on a case he accidentally hits Aeris with his vehicle. No one can see her except for Callum. Aeris heals herself and Callum convinces her to go for a ride with him because he is drawn to her. In the middle of them seeing each other a storm comes up and Aeris is ripped from Callum and she knows she’s in trouble because her father is the one bringing her back home. Callum is part Sylph and didn’t really know what that meant until he met Aeris. Will they be able to makes their very different worlds co exist? With so many authors I was a little concerned this story wouldn’t flow well but it was sooo good!
Loris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Inaya and Cam are excited to be getting a new foster brother named Loris. Unfortunately Loris wants nothing to do with them. Being used to the foster system, they realize he may just need time to adjust.
As time goes on, Loris still isn’t opening up to them. That is until Cam gets bullied and Loris stands up to the bully. After that Loris tells his foster siblings his story. He realizes that fear was standing in his way of forming new relationships and it’s time to let those fears go.
This story packed a punch. The illustrations are very nicely done and the story itself is quite powerful. It teaches kids about kindness and emotions. There are little to no kids books about abuse and/or foster care which makes this book a gem.
Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Stop That Lion by Lois Wickstrom is a fun children’s book highlighting problem-solving. The Kingdom of Mir keeps having its sheep eaten by a lion from the Kingdom of Sher. The king tasks the kingdom to devise solutions to stop the lion. As everyone keeps failing, a cold named Wynnie comes to the rescue. The writing in this book has a lovely flow. It does a great job of showing children how to go about problem-solving and critical thinking. The illustrations were also fun and unique.
Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It was definitely odd to me that 10 authors wrote one book. I have never heard anything like it before. I wasn’t sure how it would work. I was pleasantly surprised that it not only worked, but was a great read. It was cohesive as if only one person wrote it. I don’t want that to scare anyone away.
As far as the story, I really enjoyed it. I am a huge fan off all things mythical and paranormal. This book was right up my alley. There was so much in this book – suspense, action, adventure, etc. It was never too much and flowed really nicely. It did have a little bit of a slow start for me, but the rest of the book more than made up for it. There are the supernatural creatures I’ve heard about plenty of times ( and LOVE) and then new ones I have never heard of. I loved learning about them. This is the first book in the series and I am glad. I can’t wait to read more.
Mood Swings and Hockey Flings by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
If you want to get away from the busyness of the world, this book is the way to go. There is a lot going on, from hockey to business life to her personal life. The story does flow seamlessly, and it’s very easy to follow. There is humor and romance which is a good combination. Overall, the author did a very awesome job.
Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oscar and Emmy love reading to the kittens at the local shelter. When they hear they can foster kittens, they become excited. Their mother finds out exactly what will be needed to foster pets. The author really brings fostering to light. Her story leaves nothing out. Opening the eyes of all interested in helping to foster any pets. The story is clearly written and easy for children to follow. I loved that the children fell in love with the kittens. Even more that the mother talked about not being able to keep the kittens, and helping others, including their own grown cats. Great story and a must have for all libraries.
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Texas Winds by Dana Wayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A beautifully written insta-love story. The chemistry between Jake and Lexie is instant and so sweet. Lexie was left at the altar and is headed on a 2week vacation to rediscover herself. Jake is a widowed, single dad to four-year-old Katie.
After finding Lexie in her wreck car, Jake insists she stay at his home to recover.
This book will pull you in and hold you tight, page after page.
Perfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a enjoyable read. I have read books by this author before so I knew I was going to enjoy it. This author has an amazing way of captivating a reader with the story and you can’t help feeling invested in the characters story and journey.
In this story we meet Chloe..she is a determined young woman who wants to make a success of her life. Find love and romance is also on that list but it has to be the right person.
When we first meet Chloe she is dating her long term boyfriend, but distance is making things hard and when he proposes and tells her life he has planned for them( which don’t include her dreams or passion) she knows she has to end it.
Now she’s alone and putting herself into the world of dating. And we are along for the ride as she meets more suitors but which one will she end up with? Will any of them be her perfect match?
I really loved Chloe’s character and how she was determined to not just settle but to keep searching for what she wants out of life. It is a thought provoking read which at times made me laugh out loud.
Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really great beginning of a series. Callum and Aeris’ story was very interesting and I found myself enjoying reading about their relationship. The story had a lot of depth and I found drawn into the characters and their interactions and relationships. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
Perfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this heartwarming, sweet, clean, contemporary romance which kept me happily turning the pages. As a Asian American with a single-parent upbringing Chloe is not going to compromise with romance and success. Having had a long distance relationship with her high-school sweetheart all through college, now she’s completed her business classes she’s ready for a new start. Unfortunately just as Chloe is moving on with a hunky basketball player her high-school sweetheart proposes to her, but she worries that following her heart could be the end of her bright future. Chloe then successfully becomes a rising star in the fashion industry and among the many new choices she faces, who she dates and falls in love with is a major one. Having five different men as potential husbands means Chloe must get her decision right. The question of who she should be standing at the alter with, saying ‘I do’, and having her HEA with is the basis of this novels intriguing storyline. This is an engaging romance with likeable and relatable characters and I felt invested in the outcome of who Chloe would marry. The story had plenty of lighthearted moments, witty banter, PDA, and of course plenty of romance.
Oh Chloe, I don’t know that I’ve ever been so invested in someone finding love. The options and situations that Chloe was in, and why they should or shouldn’t work out had me so invested. I feel like every person has been in the situation at one point or another when there is a love interest that you want it to work out, but the universe seems likes that’s just not what is in the cards.
This book often times gave me the choose your own ending vibes where you got to see how it would work out, and what other options there would be if Chloe made a different choice.
I appreciated the other characters as well. The pressure that Chloe felt from her Mom, but also where her Mom was coming from within that pressure. Kim, her wanting to live in the moment and reminder that you only get one life so you should live it to the fullest.
Of all the boyfriends, I’d say Adam was a little intense, and Chase was probably my favorite.
I really enjoyed reading this book and would definitely recommend it. Especially if you aree looking for a nice lighthearted read.
What Eyes Can’t See: A spicy contemporary fiction novel of love, social justice, and belonging by Paulette Stout
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a pretty good read. I found Barbara to be a very strong and determined woman despite the events that life was throwing at her. She was determined to get justice and not let it bring her and the others down. She had met the man of her “dreams.” It was a shame that he was a problem of the system. I did like the way it became a slow burn through the story. This had to go that way in order to fit the story. I am a fan of this series and the author because of her writing and the way she tells her stories. They are done in a way that leaves you feeling the emotion in many ways. Another well done story that I recommend.
Murder on West Main: A South Shore Mystery by I.M. Foster
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Oh, so much fun to be back with Daniel and a mystery. This was a doozy. Right from the start it was set up with several paths to take. I found the writing quite entertaining. Being in the early 1900’s, it’s kind of funny to read the occasional cuss word in their. Somehow, I just can’t picture them saying it. Anyway, I loved the independence of Colin’s sister. Daniel has his hands trying to keep her out of trouble. Their chemistry is full of sparks for that time period. Trying to figure out the culprit is actually an enjoyable mystery. Much like the first book in the series, I quite enjoyed this story. I’m very much looking forward to the next one. This is fast becoming my favoirte historical fiction cozy series.
Breaking Apart by Wanda J. Venters
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars
Breaking Apart is the second instalment in the Finnerty and Liccione Mystery series by Wanda J. Venters & Mary Rae. It is another engaging medical mystery, woven with crime and investigation, whodunnit tension, PTSD, danger, agendas, sinister forces, complexity, twists, intensity, suspense, secrets, lies, multi-layered plot, emotion, a deadly drug, a prescription drug diversion scheme/drug ring, threats, time factor, and a tense search for answers.
The violent death of a young veteran has Dr. Marne Liccione & Dr. Louise Finnerty on a dangerous quest for answers. There seems to quite a bit more to the case than first meets the eye, and they will be shocked to discover where their investigation leads. With sinister forces at work, will these two be up to the challenge? What happens make for a gripping read.
Looking forward to seeing what Book #3 has in store for Finnerty and Liccione (and us, the readers).
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Wanda J. Venters & Mary Rae!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Break Bone Fever by Mary Rae
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3 – 3.5 Stars
Break Bone Fever is the first book in the Finnerty and Liccione Mystery series by Wanda J. Venters & Mary Rae. It is a medical mystery with crime and investigation, whodunnit tension, a deadly contagion (Dengue Fever), an LGBTQ+ element, a web of intrigue, secrets, lies, agendas, multi-layered plot, science, social/political commentary, and a quest for justice.
When a friend dies under suspicious circumstances Dr. Marne Liccione & Dr. Louise Finnerty find themselves on a dangerous quest for the truth. Their investigation leads to places they never imagined, and they are faced with untangling the clues to uncover the answers they seek.
Having lived in the tropics of Australia and Papua New Guinea, I have had Dengue Fever a few times over the decades- which made this story more intriguing for me.
An interesting start to this series. The two main characters are well developed individuals with their own unique quirks and flaws- with a great dynamic. I look forward to seeing them ‘develop and grow’ individual, as well as a team, over the course of the series.
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Wanda J. Venters & Mary Rae!
Reviewed By @angelahayes
Perfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I feel like its hard to truly describe this book without giving too much away so I will stay away from the plot and let you discover it’s wonders yourself. With relatable characters and a wonderful lead in Chole you will be quickly drawn into her life and all the possibilities that lay before her.
