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Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4) By Amy McKinley – Review by Laura Furuta

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Vantage Point (Gray Ghost #4)Vantage Point by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4)
By: Amy McKinley
5 out of 5 stars

The story Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4) by Amy McKinley is a romantic suspense book. It is the next amazing story in a series that I have loved since reading the first book. It takes you on a ride that is intense and doesn’t let you go until the final page. The story had me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. I loved reading about the characters of Hawk Ares and Stella Klein. Hawk is a man that is part of the Gray Ghost security team. Those who he works with are like family to him. Even so, he is a man that keeps to himself. The past haunts him. He keeps things simple when it comes to woman, no strings, no dates. Then he finds himself drawn to Stella. Stella is a woman who has been brought up that family is very important. So even when there are arguments and tension between her and her brother, she still helps him. There is a definite attraction between Hawk and Stella. When it becomes clear that Stella’s safety has been threatened, Hawk is determined to protect her, keep her safe. Will he be able to? Will he be able to uncover who all the players are? Will Hawk take a chance with Stella and let her in? What does the future hold for Hawk and Stella? Read this book to find out. This story has action, danger, and romance. You can feel the passion and desire that ignites between Stella and Hawk. There are additional characters that you read about and I loved that many of them are ones that are familiar as they have been brought forward from previous books. Then there are those who have their own agenda and plans. Will they be stopped? I absolutely loved reading this story and look forward to reading more in the series. Highly recommended.

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North to Nara (Crimson Sash Book 1) by Amanda Marin 

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Genre – Young adult, romance, dystopian, futuristic/sci fi
Page Count – 201 pages
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Behind the beauty is heartache… unless their love can save them.
Neve Hall has always admired the good works of the civil servants who brought prosperity back to the Nation. She especially respects the Sufferers—empaths who, with the help of technology, anonymously bear others’ troubles for them. But when her assigned empath is abruptly retired, she uncovers certain secrets. Like the identity of her new Sufferer, Micah Ward… and the fact that behind his kind smile is a life filled with loneliness and pain.
The closer Neve grows to Micah, the more desperate she becomes to protect him from a cruel and gruesome fate. But in a world where only a few are allowed the luxury of love, saving Micah comes with a price: Neve must choose between her loyalty to the Nation or her heart—a decision that will take them both on a race for their freedom, and their lives.

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When Amanda was a child, her father traveled frequently for business, always bringing her back a book as a present. Whether she was getting lost in the pages of a tale about far-away knights, girls with supernatural powers, or kindly giants, she was quickly hooked on stories.

Over the years, Amanda has followed her own yellow brick road of reading and writing, and although her adventures haven’t involved sword fights or saving the planet from certain annihilation, they have involved jobs in scholarly publishing and marketing, a modest amount of travel, and a lifelong love of novels.

Amanda holds degrees in English from Salve Regina University and Boston College. She lives in southern New Hampshire with her family and a precocious pet poodle named Snickers.

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Little Miss Eyes of Blue by Holly Tierney-Bedord

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Veloura is a little girl, off to a rough start in life.

While her parents aren’t often there for her, the kindness of strangers, friends, and teachers helps make up for what she’s missing at home, and opens her eyes to the vast potential in the world around her and within herself.

This is the prequel to the novel The Woman America Loves a Latte by Holly Tierney-Bedord.

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Holly Tierney-Bedord is the author of over twenty titles in a variety of genres including thrillers, romance, and non-fiction. She is also a miniaturist and blogger, and the creator of the mid-century dollhouse flipping blog Flip This (Mini) House (www.flipthisminihouse.com). Along with loving to write, she loves traveling, reading, and watching reality TV shows. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Vantage Point (Gray Ghost #4)Vantage Point by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4) by​ Amy McKinley is another wonderful book in the series. I know when I read something by Amy and this series I am in good hands. I have come to love the Gray Ghost alpha men and have watched them grow from troubled boys to the great men they are in adulthood. It is well written, with plenty of suspense and drama, mystery and intrigue and plenty of hotness that make the story sizzle. It is a fast paced story, that is full of secrets and lies and will have you on the end of the couch. I really love the sense of family and support these guys have and their brotherhood of protecting each other and the ones they love, no matter the cost.

In this story we come full circle when they are once again faced with their past and bad memories and all the horrors they lived through in one way or another. I suggest that you read all the books in order as these are very complex characters and the backstories show you how they became who they are today.

It is one series that should be on everyone’s TBR list.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Rewind by Rowan Shaw – Review by Jenni Bishop

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RewindRewind by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rewind by Rowan Shaw is a ​MM second chance romance and is an amazing story. It is a beautiful journey and the characters are written with depth and are so endearing. It is a very emotional story and switches between the past and the present and a coming together again after a failed relationship many years ago. Rowan’s writing paints a picture that is easily imaginable and shows raw and vulnerable feelings from being two young men just being in love. It shows the darker side of people who are homophobic and what they are capable of, which always leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. It is also a tale that has a sense of humour and witty remarks. Rowan has done a wonderful job in this story and I look forward to what may come next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Flesh and Bone (Blood of Kaos Series Book #3) by Nesa Miller – Review by Angela Hayes

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Flesh and Bone (Blood of Kaos Series, Book III)Flesh and Bone by Nesa Miller
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Flesh and Bone is the third book in the Blood of Kaos Series by Nesa Miller. The book/series is a wonderful fantasy with plenty of action, adventure, paranormal elements, drama, twists, mystery, hidden agendas, danger, pain, loss, torment, bonds, kinship, and romance. Ms. Miller definitely has a bold and dynamic style. Her clever and creative story drew me in and held my attention right through till the end. I was really impressed with the incredible world building, full of vivid detail that really brought everything to life. The characters were all fully developed and interesting individuals. There is a large cast of characters, but each one adds to the overall storyline. There is definitely more to some of the characters (and the story) than first meets the eye.
There were moments of heartache, as well as edge of my seat developments-twists & surprises- which left me guessing and wondering a lot of the time! Very cleverly done!
I have loved following this series- each book adding another layer to the overall storyline- building a bridging story that is truly captivating. I really recommend reading the other two books before starting this one, as they will give you all the backstory, character introductions, and other relevant details that will enhance you reading experience of this book.
OMG! That ending! I have to know what happens now! I hope there is another book!

Thank you, Ms. Miller!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Felicia Bates

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Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants (#2)Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lost in Love (Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2)
Charlotte Roth
4 out of 5 stars

Lost in Love is the second installment in the Miss Apple Pants series and I enjoyed it even more than the first. Charlotte Roth is an author I like to keep an eye out for, while her books are pretty
different I haven’t come across one I haven’t enjoyed yet.
I recommend reading this series in order as Lost in Love is a continuation of the first book, picking up a couple years after the first left off. The story remains fun, entertaining and light hearted. I have enjoyed watching the character development from
the first to second novel, and the witty nature of Ella kept me smiling.
I would love to see more from this author soon!

Review by @fnbates

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Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch Series: #7 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Age of Saints (Druid's Brooch #7)Age of Saints by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch Series: #7 by Christy Nicholas is another great addition to this series. ​This series is a paranormal fantasy series where each story is set in different times. Age of Saints takes us further back in time to almost where it started and the magic became. It also gives us a look back on of the characters we have seen in the other books and shows them in a new light. Each story is a puzzle being put together for the big reveal. Christy’s writing always you to become one with the story and her attention to detail brings it to life. This captivating story is made more enjoyable due to the paranormal and magical elements. But it is also full of adventure and action, drama and romance.

I look forward to the next book.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely Book 2) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely #2)Yearning Young by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yearning Young by Deidre Huesmann
Five Stars

Yearning Young is the second book in the Burning Britely series by Deidre Huesmann. This series should be read in order because it is a continuation from the first book. I loved how the characters grew from the first book. I was hooked from the very first page and I couldn’t put it down until the last. This book has all the feels my emotions were on a roller coaster ride. This book was told in Braeden’s point of view, and we learn more about his feelings. This YA book touch on many issues and I would highly recommend it to the young and young at heart.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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LOVE on the LINE, A Great Expectations Love Story: The Graykens, Book 2 by Laurie Lewis – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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LOVE on the LINE (Great Expectations Love Stories: The Graykens Book 2)LOVE on the LINE by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was awesome! I have liked every book that I have read by this author and this one is no different. I’m not gonna lie I got a little teary eyed on a few parts of this book but it more than made up for it in the Happy moments. I loved the characters in this book especially when I felt the growth that they both shared and the person growth that each of them went through separately. I am hoping that their story will be continued and we will get to see more of them. I am looking forward to to reading more by this author and I would recommend this book to a friend.

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REWIND by Rowan Shaw – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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RewindRewind by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a must read second chance story. I found this story to be creative, engaging and I didn’t put it down until the last page. This author has created a story with characters that made me feel as if I was part of the story. The characters are connectable and true to life. Enzo was as tough as can be until his love shattered his heart. Then a second chance with Florian pops up. What does fate have in store for them? Is there a HEA in the future or are they doomed from the start? Find out!

Review by @bjwagner

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas – Review by Katie Kearney

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Misfortune of Song (Druid's Brooch #5)Misfortune of Song by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas. While this is book five it can easily be read as a stand-alone without any confusion but I do recommend the others in the series also. I’ve come to love this authors writing style as it’s well written and and paced nicely. The characters pull you into their stories and you can connect with them. The storyline is a smooth written and touching storyline. I found myself on a bit of an emotional roller coaster ride more than once. The author knows how to tale readers on quite the adventure with the characters and story that’s being told. I’m giving this story a four star review and recommend it and this author.

reviewed by @jk102905

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Fortitude By Carrie Dalby – Review by Katie Kearney

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FortitudeFortitude by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fortitude By Carrie Dalby. This story was an enjoyable read, while I didn’t quite get completely emerged into it I still couldn’t stop until the end. The author does a good job of writing about a time in history that most people seem to forget. It’s well written and I feel well researched. It’s paced nicely with characters you can connect with on some level. I’m not a huge fan of historical fiction but this one wasn’t disappointing, I enjoyed finishing the story the author had to tell. The subjects told in this story are sometimes hard to imagine a world where they existed but I think the author wrote about them well. I’m giving this story a four star review and recommend it.

reviewed by @jk102905

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Devil’s Backbone (Wild Beasts Series Book 5) by T. Birmingham – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Devil's Backbone (Wild Beasts Series Book 5)Devil’s Backbone by T. Birmingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Devil’s Backbone by T. Birmingham
Four Stars

Devil’s Backbone is the fifth book in the Wild Beasts series by T. Birmingham. This paranormal romance is full of action and suspense. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I would recommend that you read the series in order because all of the books are wonderful reads. I think this may be my new favorite from T. This is Tess and Ben’s story. Tess is a woman who likes to be alone reading rather than talking or interacting with anyone. Ben is a protector and out to right wrongs. This book hooked me from the very first page and wouldn’t let me go till the last. The intriguing characters and plot had me staying up long past bedtime, but I don’t regret the loss of sleep. I highly recommend this book, series and author.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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An Appointment (Summer in New York Book 4) by Lindsay Marie Miller – Review by Michelle Austin

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An Appointment (Summer in New York, #4)An Appointment by Lindsay Marie Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Appointment was a great 5 star read and book four in the Summer in New York series.
This can be read as a stand alone.

I was pulled in right from the beginning. My heart went out to Savannah as she was struggling to find out what was going on with her son and of course I was tearing up when the truth came out. The truth put her between a rock and a hard place on what her next step would be. Her ex-husbands family is very influential and could cause problems for her.

Preston is a Dr. that took over for his father, he wasn’t who Savannah expected but she didn’t have a choice, she needed someone to see her son. He was great, you could tell he cared right from the beginning. He connected so well with both Savannah and her son, who I loved.

Both of them have sworn off relationships but there is something drawing them together, you could feel the chemistry coming off the pages. Can these two put their walls down and let each other in? Can they have a HEA?

Overall I really loved this story. All of the characters were great. This really touched my heart in several ways. Lindsay Marie Miller does a great job of pulling you right in with her writing. You won’t want to stop until your done. I highly recommend this book and series. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Captivated By The Millionaire by Nina Singh – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Captivated By The Millionaire (Mills & Boon True Love)Captivated By The Millionaire by Nina Singh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Captivated By The Millionaire
By Nina Singh
☆☆☆☆☆
Romance at its best. Is what you will find in this book. Full length novel filled with life’s unexpected romance.

Jessie dreamed of being an artist, and she went after that dream. Unfortunately she had to learn the hard way to get what she wanted. She had to stand up for it as well. Romance was not in her cards. But painting is!

Jordan is a millionaire, plain and simple. But after losing his father and getting custody of his little sister, life is very different then he expected. So he bought a home in a quiet little town. Nothing is too good for his sister. Again romance is not in his plans! But giving his sister the best is!

Nina Singh has written this beautiful romance story. I fell in love with it on page one and could not put it down. Yes I had to finish it, it is that good. I love the characters, they are so down to earth. I am looking forward to reading more of Nina Singh’s books.

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Hazed (The Hazed Series Book 1) by Brittany Butler – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Hazed (The Hazed Series Book 1)Hazed by Brittany Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hazed by Brittany Butler is book one of the Hazed Series. This book is recommended for readers over 17 due to some of the subject matter. The book does end with some loose ends so be prepared to want to read book two right away. This book is THAT good. I read this book in one sitting and can’t wait to read book two.

Taylor Thompson finally has some freedom. She was accepted to and moved to a college an hour away from her strict controlling father. Now, her decisions are hers to make. Spending time with Hayze Clark seems like an easy decision for Taylor. But little by little lies are told and secrets come out of the woodwork and Taylor’s not sure she has the energy to fix Hayze and the issues he seems to have. Not at the expense of her heart at least. Will these two have a future?

I was so conflicted on how to feel throughout this book. On one hand, Hayze is clearly a lost soul. On the other hand, the relationship doesn’t seem healthy for them. They are both great characters, very realistic and relatable. I just so badly want them to find happiness. This is such a great book!

reviewed by @angelfra6

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Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch Series: #7 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Age of Saints (Druid's Brooch #7)Age of Saints by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Age of Saints by Christy Nicholas is the seventh book in the Druid’s Brooch series. This can be read as a standalone and enjoyed completely. This story follows Conall and his sister Lainn. Conall had made an oath to their father that he would care and protect his sister, Lainn. This story shows how even with the best intentions sometimes an oath is difficult to keep.
I really enjoyed the story and the setting in what would become Ireland. There was lots of detail but not to the point of taking away from the story. I also was concerned because I had not read the series but this is a great self-standing book. I look forward to reading more in this series and author in the future.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants (#2)Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lost in Love by Charlotte Roth is book two of The Miss Apple Pants series. Book one should be read before reading this book in order to be able to follow along.

This book picks up three years after book one and Ella is just as smart, beautiful and funny as ever. When her father announces a surprise trip, Ella finds herself confused when it comes to matters of the heart. She doesn’t quite know how to follow her heart. Should she revisit the past or take a risk on something new? There is so much wit, adventure and romance in this book. There are plenty of emotions and some heart warming moments.

If you haven’t yet, read book one so you can read this book!

reviewed by @angelfra6

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Immortal Desires Anthology – Review by Jana Teppih

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Immortal DesiresImmortal Desires by Melanie James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Immortal Desires is a collection of Paranormal Romances written by various authors! There is something for EVERYONE! I love reading anthologies as they give you a glimpse into the universe that the writer has created and when you love in love with it then you have the rest of the books in the series to dive into!
I want to point out a few of my favourites – I absolutely love shifter stories so Alpha at Home by D.J. Bryce that is the opening to her Brothers of the Heart series and Alpha Undercover by Heather Hildebrand were the ones that I went after and if you are like me, you will get a total kick out of them and you will be reaching for the other stories in the series. And then I discovered For Heaven’s Sake by Nicole Garcia that took a bit of a different approach to werewolf shifters mixing with humans!
Spell Hell by N.L. Hoffmann was another one that anyone who loves a good story that involves witches, vampires and killings that need to be figured out! It is an enjoyable short read so you don’t have to wait too long to find out who when and why!
Vengeance Marked by S.J. Pierce was a short story that grabbed me from the first page, it gave me chills and I could not wait to get into finding out were the writer was going to take us and I tell you, that was one heck of a journey and it was not meant for the ones faint at heart!
Flirty Dancing by Jennifer Theriot writing as J.D. Frettier was another one that I still remember and knowing that it is part of a series means that there are couple of other books to pick up! I know she says you can read Flirty Dancing as a standalone but I have noticed over years that one really should start from the beginning as you will have the backstory then! It is amazing how such a short story runs a gamut of emotions ranging from sadness to love …

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A Wicked Earl’s Widow (Once Upon A Widow Book 2) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Susan Mowdy

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The Wicked Earl's WidowThe Wicked Earl’s Widow by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was totally unexpected an WOW! Normally I shy away from these type of books but this one had me hooked!

Eliza endures so much, an ass of a father and a dead husband. Things don’t look good for her BUT enter Nathanial. He’s completely shrewd and rude and Eliza’s next husband because Dad is close to financial ruin. OMG the chemistry, the want, THE EVERYTHING between these two were amazing and then some! I refuse to give away details but the love story needs to speak for itself!

I have fallen in love with this author and this series. I’m on my knees dying for more!

Review by @listersda
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Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch: #7 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Emily Walsh

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Age of Saints (Druid's Brooch #7)Age of Saints
By: Christy Nicholas
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Age of Saints (Druid’s Brooch #7) by Christy Nicholas exciting and engaging, I couldn’t put this book down.

I am loving this series more and more with each book that is release. With no set timeline, this series does jump-a-round, but still has the same connecting elements. This book reads much like a standalone, but I do suggest reading the other books in this series, as they are amazing and just as magically endearing.

This book takes us back, getting us closer to that ever present magic, and of course were it all began. This book for me, out of all that I have read, is truly the best so far. Maybe it was because it was so far back in the timeline, or, that there was more magic, danger and raw emotions, that seemed to spill of the pages. Whatever the case, I was hooked, and before I knew it, I was done, feeling a little hollow and disjointed. I didn’t know what to do with myself, only to hope that there will be another book. I need another book.

And that is where I will leave you. I don’t want to ramble or gush too much, because I don’t want to spoil this read for you. Just please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will drown in this otherworldly book, full of magic, danger, and the strong emotional bonds of family.

Happy Reading

-Review by @eawalsh

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Misfortune of Song (Druid's Brooch #5)Misfortune of Song by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have had a lot of fun reading this Druid’s Brooch Series! I never knew how much I would fall in love with the idea of fantasy meeting history concept until I had delved into these novels! Misfortune of Song is the 5th book in the series, and you don’t have to read these in a particular order or start in a particular spot. However, I would highly recommend reading them all! The experience is completely worth every second and each and every book is laden with characters, scenery, and history, all beautifully combined for an epic tale.

In Misfortune of Song we meet and follow Maelan and his teen daughter Orlagh. We visit a magical and gorgeous (Christy Nicholas paints the scenes with her words.) 12th century Ireland full of the Fae, druids, and rich in Celtic lore. I felt as is if I was on vacation amongst the hills of Ireland, and it was perfect timing since I read it right around the Ides of March and St. Patrick’s Day. I can’t wait to find out what will come next from the ever talented Christy Nicholas!

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Seraphina’s Revolution (The Seraphina Series Book 4) by Sheena Hutchinson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Seraphina's Revolution (Seraphina #4)Seraphina’s Revolution by Sheena Hutchinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seraphina’s Revolution by Sheena Hutchinson is the fourth book in the Seraphina series. This series does need to be read in order as it follows the same characters and each book is a continuation of the story.
This series honestly just gets better and better. Normally once I get a few books in I start to get bored of reading about the same characters but that hasn’t been the case with this series. Each book is exciting and fast paced. I love jumping back into Sera’s character each and every time. I feel like you really get to connect with her emotions and her journey.
Considering at first this was a series I wasn’t sure if I would enjoy it is how one I would highly recommend!

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The Slip Series Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Chantelle Smith

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The Slip Series CollectionThe Slip Series Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gwyn McNamee is by far one of my all-time favourite authors. She has a brilliant writing style that flows effortlessly and she creates stories that are captivating and engaging and that is not different from the collection of books in the Slip Series. Made up of the books Dickslip, Nipslip & Beaver Blunder, Gwyn McNamee has created three easy quick romantic comedies that are funny, romantic, steamy & captivating and to top it off they have some wonderful characters. I like that each book connects through one of the characters that you read about in the previous book, it brings the stories to a whole and ultimately ties each character’s story together. All the characters are strong, relatable and ultimately make each story better!
Even with each story having an embarrassing moment there is something light-hearted about these reads.
These are great reads that shouldn’t be missed – you will be laughing out loud and feeling for these characters along their journey. Don’t miss these reads!

Reviewed By @tillytillzz

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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Misfortune of Song (Druid's Brooch #5)Misfortune of Song by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in Christy Nicholas’ Druid’s Brooch series. The series tracks a magical object – the brooch – as it is passed through the generations of an Irish family. Each book is set at a different point in history, jumping between different centuries. Misfortune of Song is set in the 12th Century.
I’m so impressed by the levels of detail in the historical setting. Every time I read one of the books I think “oh wow, Nicholas must specialise in this era in history” and then I read another and it has the same depth of description. I really feel like I’m being transported back in time. It’s so vivid and informative and specific.
Maelan is a fantastic leader. He has a strong moral compass and values traditions and rules. He seeks to be fair but maintain control, and is waiting to find the right person to pass that control onto. Like many great characters, his strengths are also his weaknesses. He struggles when presented with unfamiliar scenarios and those that set his moral beliefs up against the traditional values he seeks to uphold.
For me, this is a five star read. I’ve not quite managed to read them in order, but I don’t think that has detracted too much from my enjoyment of the book. Once I’ve read them all, I might go back and read them in publishing order (and then in chronological order of events – so many possibilities!). I’d thoroughly recommend them to anyone with an interest in Irish history and Celtic fantasy!

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FORTITUDE by Carrie Dalby – Review by Erica Fish

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fortitude by Carrie Dalby takes place in the late 1890’s. One thing I have to say that I enjoy the most is that Carrie Dalby can pick apart historical time and test the limits of what others may think when they were there in the flesh. This story has romance (forbidden love), danger, racism, acceptance, secrets, drama, and emotions that run high at times. The story is set in the Spanish-American War where racism and Jim Crow laws are happening. Claire is the female main character and one who pushes the buttons around her. Claire is a smart and strong but ends up in the wrong time period. She is a nurse who is tending the Buffalo Soldiers. She enjoys working with the black soldiers and that is start of the problem. There is such an emotional response to what is going on and intense hatred is astonishing to me. It was hard reading some of the story because I was on this emotional ride and not sure how to feel at other parts. I highly recommend this book and maybe we can get our students to read this story so that they can grasp the reality of the past and maybe learn from it so it does not repeat again.

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Stefanie Carney

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Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants (#2)Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, this was way more than I expected. I expected cute and happy and what I got was a wonderfully told story with some heartbreaking moments. I loved that this was full of emotions, all of the emotions, and Charlotte Roth was not afraid to put it all out there. There are times that a book like this could feel forced, cliche almost, but I don’t think this is one of them. I think it was smartly written and controlled so as not to be too much so to speak. This is the second story involving these endearing characters. I haven’t read the first book yet but I will soon and I will be keeping my eye out for the next one. I’m hoping that I will get answers to some questions that I have in the next one too.

reviewed by @stefanie
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Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch Series: #7 By Christy Nicholas – Review By Stacey Baxter

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Age of Saints (Druid's Brooch #7)Age of Saints by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fantastic continuation of the series’s i was hooked once again loving every minute. I absolutely adored the relationship between the brother and sister they way they work and care for one another is truly beautiful. I loved how this isn’t just full of magical enchanting fantasy but also packed with suspense that keeps you on your toes and even alittle bit of horror it’s safe to say the series’s gets better and better what a fabulous storyline!!

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Fortitude by Carrie Dalby – Review by Emily Walsh

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By: Carrie Dalby
My Rating: 3 of 5 stars

Fortitude by Carrie Dalby was a pretty okay read, that shed some light onto a dark dangerous time.

Not my first read by this author so I knew going in that the writing would be smooth and the plot well researched. This book was such, though I do have some things that aren’t sitting quite right, and that’s mainly the ending. I wasn’t satisfied, or felt like it tied anything up like an ending should. Now it wasn’t bad, I just felt that, it didn’t quite fit with the overall story.

Let’s get into it shall we. Well written and engaging, I was pretty hooked on this book, but I wasn’t fully absorbed. From the synopsis I thought the plot would be fast moving and thriller like. But this turned out to be a completely different type of story. The start was slow, but the easy flow of the writing made it enjoyable. I just felt there was a disconnect somewhere, and I don’t know if it was the misguidance of the synopsis, or the MC herself. I guess the best word would be flat, there were some flat areas that drew me out of the story.

Now don’t get me wrong, this is a very well researched and compelling story, and I loved the friendship and message. I’m just on the fence about it a little bit. But as you know reading is subjective and what I didn’t like, you might. So just because I had some issues, and as I said this isn’t a bad story, doesn’t mean you will as well. So please take my recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will find the message and selflessness, as endaring and captivating, as I did.

Happy Reading

-Review by @eawalsh

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