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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Christine Baranek

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Granting Katelyn

By: S.E. Reichart

This is the second book in the Sweet Valley Series. It reads as a standalone, however, the first book Raising Elle, is by far and away one of the best books I’ve read this year and therefore I would definitely recommend reading that one first. It gives you a feel for the characters that are in this book as they are introduced in the first one. This book is Grant’s turn to explore his past and open himself to others. Katelyn is new to the area and comes to help treat Grant’s horse. I loved Grant in the first story and I was so glad I got to know him better in this one. Katelyn was a great addition to Sweet Valley. I definitely enjoyed this story and Katelyn and Grant getting to know each other. I definitely recommend this story and this series and I cannot wait to see what will happen next in the series!

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Firewall by Jessica Mehring – Review by Christine Baranek

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FirewallFirewall by Jessica Mehring
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Firewall
By: Jessica Mehring

This is a very good new Romantic Suspense by Jessica Mehring. This is the first book I have read of hers and it will not be my last. Veronica and Angus were written very well and their banter while being put in suspenseful situations was entertaining. I loved the twists and turns that this book kept delivering because it definitely kept me turning the pages. I did not want to put this one down until it was over. I also really enjoyed the chemistry between the two main characters. I definitely recommend this one as it is very very well written and will keep you on your toes!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Christine Baranek

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back to the 80s
By: S.E. Reichart and Kerrie Flanagan

This is the sweetest story I have read in a while. Blaine is a sweet protagonist. I love how involved and invested she was in the store. She definitely wants to keep her mother alive. Eric was an interesting character to me. He came in the way I fully expected him to, ready to take over the store for his own interests. However, their bet was so fun and cute. I loved their banter and how they slowly started to gain more of an interest for each other. This plot was legitimately super sweet and really this was the perfect book to read after I had just finished reading several suspense stories. I loved the way that the story made me feel and I was literally just happy as I was reading this. I definitely recommend reading this story, if for no other reason than to see who will win their bet.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Christine Baranek

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reticent Hawke
By: Gwyn McNamee

This is not my first book in the Hawke family series, nor will it be my last. I absolutely love her stories. Each book in this series definitely functions as a standalone. However, I definitely recommend reading each and every book. Each of the stories are interconnected in small ways and the ways the family interact carry through from story to story. Also, the family is the thread that connects the stories.
Jude and Angelina were wonderfully written characters and I loved the amount of thought that it was clear that Gwyn McNamee put into each of them. Each of them was flawed, with many problems / difficulties. Also, there is the normal emotional story line that is expected from a Hawke family story. I definitely recommend picking up this book and the rest of the books in the Hawke family series. I have never been disappointed by one of Gwyn McNamee’s books! This will definitely deliver you a great read.

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy TalesWhen Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The collection of fairy tales was so good and different from other ones I’ve read in the past. Different approaches and perspectives are taken as Berve opens her readers to new possibilities in this realm. Absolutely love the images of the fairy tale museum! These stories were fresh approaches from familiar tales with a unique spin. I very much enjoy these stories and recommend to those faerie lovers willing to give these stories a try!

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging contemporary western style romance which kept me happily turning the pages. The storyline features an interracial relationship between college educated Billie Jean Wills and the wealthy Fisher Hines. When Billie Jean finds out that the blacks at the Locke Farm are working under horrible conditions she decides to fight for their rights, along with her cousin Greta Fay. However, to force any real change in their small town they have to take on one of the most powerful families, the Lockes. Billie Jean did not expect to feel an instant connection with the supervisor of Locke Farm, and therefore the enemy, Fisher Hines. Fisher is proud to be the supervisor and has finally gained the admiration of his high society parents, but he can’t deny the feelings he has for Billie Jean. Fisher wants a future and a chance at true love with Billie Jean, but by her going up against the Lockes it threatens everything that not only him but his family has worked for. The small town setting was really brought to life through the descriptive narrative as were the characters. The chemistry between Billie Jean and Fisher sizzled off the page, and I liked how their relationship developed despite several barriers, including race, an age gap and forbidden love. The author is not afraid to tackle some major issues and does so sensitively. An entertaining read, and one which I recommend.

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Donya Pedigo

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy TalesWhen Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Could you be living in a fairy tale right this minute? Caitlin Berve thinks so. As she says, fairy tales are all around us, even in this modern age when I’ve noticed that people tend to pay more attention to electronics than each other. I really enjoyed her unique modern retellings of several fairy tales. She has added magic, intrigue, romance, and just so many amazing aspects that I never would’ve thought of or expected. The twists and turns and details she has put into these stories and her writing is phenomenal. The first story, Letters from a Wu, was my favorite and an amazing start to this book. This story of a changeling was so brilliantly written in a back and forth letter style that I’m sure it made it hard to get the narrative across without it feeling like an info dump rather than a fun, interesting story, but Caitlin Berve accomplished this seamlessly. If you want quick fun stories to read, then definitely check out this book.

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Leaving No Traces (Commissario Scala #5)Leaving No Traces by P. J. Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Leaving No Traces is Book Five in A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome Series. It is an action-packed, fast-paced, crime thriller that centers around the character of Detective Scala. In his newest case, Detective Scala is attempting to solve the mysterious circumstances around a missing woman whose car is discovered abandoned at a service station. Blood splatter on the driver’s seat indicates that the woman has been murdered and Detective Scala is determined to find her killer and bring the person to justice. As he works to unravel the clues and solve the murder, he finds himself deep in the underbelly of the criminal world where lives do not matter. Detective Scala finds himself fighting for survival against an evil villain. The ensuing story is full of action, suspense, danger, murder, intrigue, corruption, criminals, villains, and twists and turns that will keep you riveted to the very end. The storyline is multi-layered and well written, and the characters are engaging. Detective Scala will stop at nothing to solve a mystery and is ruthless in his quest for justice. I love that he follows the clues and found myself following them as well and trying to solve the murder. This book will keep you reading to the end to find out whodunit. I highly recommend this book!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author has done it, yet again. She has produced an engaging, entertaining and educational story that had our whole family riveted. This author has joined a small handful of other authors that my kids ask for constantly. We re-read each book multiple times, and every time we do they seem to find a new part that becomes their favourite.
I love the way this author creates something that is fun and yet teaches kids something fundamental. The pictures within the stories always bring them to live too. This was just another example of how brilliant her work can be and we are already looking forward to the next book.

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Regaining Integrity (Code of Honor Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Emily H

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Regaining IntegrityRegaining Integrity by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In high school Angelica Reece was a nerd that nobody noticed unless it was to get study help or bully. Chase Thorne was one of those and a trick that was played on her had Angelica entering college and realizing she was a strong and beautiful woman. Years later she is a teacher and happy with her life until Chase comes storming back into her life. He does not remember her at all and is trying to win her over with his flirtatious ways, but Angelica is no longer the high school girl with a crush and wont easily fall to his charms. Will Chase realize who Angie is or is she just another notch on his belt?

This was good, I think it pulled a little bit at heart strings for the way that Angie was treated. It also showed sides of how some of these people grew up which I think is the way some people are today. I liked the chemistry and the fat that Chase gets knocked down a peg or two when it comes to his ego. Another great read from this author.

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Fortune’s Favorite (Soulbound Journeys Book 2) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fortune's Favorite (Soulbound Journeys #2)Fortune’s Favorite by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As soon as I saw another book by this author, I picked it up and started reading immediately. As the second book in the series, I would highly suggest reading the previous book first. I was pulled straight back into this series, and this story, right from the first page. It was the kind of book I struggled to put down once I had picked it up.
This book is exciting to read. It is well written, engaging and had some brilliant characters. This author really knows how to produce a creative and captivating books. I would highly recommend all of their work and this series at the top.

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Remember Home by Ginny Sterling – Review by Colleen Noyes

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Remember Home (Healing Hearts, #1)Remember Home by Ginny Sterling
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Military man John Griffin is stationed in Afghanistan when he receives an innocent letter with a box of Twinkies from who he thinks is a kid. Little does he know that it is from Lily Hogan, a school teacher in the United States. This was my first book by Ginny Sterling and I found it to be sweet, romantic, and tear at your heart strings. I could feel how lonely John was and how each letter he received from Lily meant so much to him. You could feel through the authors words that it gave him some light in a dark situation. Lily is a kind loving insecure woman who doesn’t think she could ever matter to anyone. To watch their friendship and then love blossom made me smile. The addition of John’s 4 legged buddy Radar and John’s mom was a nice touch. I enjoyed how this story unfolded and it was a quick read. If you like clean contemporary military romance than this book is a perfect one to grab.

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Colleen Noyes

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite #0.5)Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage Start by Isla Vaughn is a prequel to a new series. This was hands-down, one of the best short prequels. I have read to a new series in a long time. First, let’s just start off with the fact that the cover is absolutely gorgeous so I was immediately intrigued to grab the book. The main characters of Riley and Cole pull you right in from the start. I enjoyed the fact that from the beginning it kind of shows you that while there have always been cliques in high school and they always feel that they are so much different than the other that no matter what everybody has problems. Riley is a scrapper that comes from a dysfunctional mother at the very least, and you are welcomed into her life of mess. Just when she starts to think that maybe she can stay in one place and settle down, as predicted her life seems crazy at the hands of her mother. She doesn’t come from money and has to do whatever it takes to survive and that must bring an immense amount of stress. Cole on the other hand obviously comes from money and you would assume has the perfect little life however, you learn very quickly the old saying that money doesn’t buy happiness. He is forced into an adult role that comes with its own price. There are parts of the story that are dark so be warned but man I cannot wait to see where it goes. This book to me is very reminiscent of the high school dramas from the 90s and early 2000s like “one tree hill “, “90210 “,“gossip girl “. If you were someone who enjoyed those dramas then I think you were very much enjoy this book.

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Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Taz: (Devil's Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter)Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl. This is such a good series and I loved this book. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the others first. Its the story of Taz who is a smart, independent woman who is the accountant for the Devil’s Handmaiden. She also has a son Teddy, that is autistic and he is her world. When he begins to get bullied she turns to the Devil’s Handmaidens MC, her friend Travis “the Enforcer” Milford and his friends from the Intruder to help. They rally around Teddy and protect him from the bullies. As Travis and Taz begin to spend more and more time together they begin to get feelings for one another. Taz also has some baggage from her past that comes back to haunt her in this story. Read this story to find out if Taz and Travis can make their relationship work even with all the factors around trying to break them up.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lily survived a horrific event when she turned 18. She has been piecing her life back together with the help of her fiance and her friends in the motorcycle club. However, when her attacker is released from prison, her safety is at risk once again. This brings with it lies, betrayal, deceit, and even a love triangle. The story ends on a cliffhanger…as this is the first book in a trilogy.

This book kept me on the edge of my seat. Let me start by saying it is important to heed the trigger warnings…they are there for a reason. This story is is dangerous and sexy….full of lies and love…hurt and anger….it’s all there. My heart broke for Lily multiple times throughout the story…but she has a fire and strength inside her that keeps her moving forward. Each of the characters drew me in…but some I loved and some I hated. And that ending?!?!?! I will definitely be waiting for the next story.

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Carla Clemmons

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy TalesWhen Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I normally don’t read books with short stories but this one made me glad I did. My four favorites were Letters from a Wu; Borrowed Skin, Borrowed Year; A Love to Sleep For and my absolute favorite Bones of the Soul. Each of these stories got me thinking in different ways. The overwhelming sadness and anger in Letters from a Wu to the touching greatness of Bones of the Soul. All of these stories were not like ones I’ve read before. They were a very interesting take on fairy tales. Some I had heard of and some I had not and had to look them up. Like the one about a selkie, I had never heard of them before this book. I definitely enjoyed the writing style too. It made me not want to finish the book and I just wanted more. Even if you don’t normally read short story collections you would still enjoy this one. It definitely held my interest until the very last page.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Katie Matthews

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Reticent Hawke: (A Second Generation Hawke Family Novel) (The Hawke Family Second Generation)Reticent Hawke: (A Second Generation Hawke Family Novel) by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to read this newest release by one of my favourite authors ever! I love a good forbidden romance and this one was a brilliant read! There was so much tension, angst and a whole lot of chemistry going on between the characters I couldn’t turn the pages quick enough to find out what was going to happen next. I think I may have found my second favourite book by this author (although I love all of them) this one was just amazing – I’m struggling to even find the words to do this book justice – the last time I was lost for words was when I read Savage Collision!!
This really is a FANTASTIC read and I cannot recommend it enough – its excellently written with amazing characters!

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Katie Matthews

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Will this author ever write a book that I don’t love straight away – ever since the first one I read by her I’ve been the biggest fan. She writes the most amazing books with some of the best characters ever – I love that we are now seeing the families expanding and starting to read about the next generation of the Hawke family!

I loved the prequel to this book and it got me excited to read more about the characters and as I expected it did not disappoint at all. Jack and Isaac were wonderful characters to read about. You can definitely see the family traits with Isaac!! I really liked that the relationship built between the two characters – it definitely made the anticipation of things between them more intense!

There was a lot more emotion in the story than I expected – the author definitely knows how to get the tears flowing that’s for sure!

I am looking forward for more to come from this series!

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up and she never lets me down in the romance department. This is one of my favorites by her for sure. I enjoyed reading this romance story about how far are you willing to go to fight for what is right along with the willingness to fight for happiness. Billie Jean and Fischer are great characters that are strong, supportive and connectable. They pull you into their world with ease and keep you there until the end. They have great growth throughout. Their chemistry and attraction made me want to know more about them and what fate has in store for them. I found their story to be fast paced and hard to put down. A story you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is part of the Studs of Clear Creek County series where each book can be read as a standalone. This historical romance book follows Billie and Fisher and the ‘journey’ to each other’s arms.

I have enjoyed this series; the books are short but not lacking in content. There are tough issues included in the book which are important to note even now, and I like the fact that author includes this in their books.

I enjoy the authors writing style and the way the characters are portrayed and actions described. It adds to my enjoyment of the book as it adds personality to each of the characters.

I look forward to what the author brings out next!

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Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Katie Matthews

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Sage AdviceSage Advice by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a wonderful read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I’ve read a few books by this author now and she’s got such a great writing style – her stories really engage me the whole way through.

This is a young adult romance story and it definitely transported me back to that time in my life – I think I’m certain I wouldn’t like to go through it again. I found the characters really engaging and a lot of young readers would definitely be able to relate to some of the things the main character, Pyper, is going through. There were some great secondary characters in the story too.

This is definitely a great YA romance read and I would recommend it to readers of all ages.

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Fortune’s Favorite (Soulbound Journeys Book 2) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Fortune's Favorite (Soulbound Journeys #2)Fortune’s Favorite by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. This is the second book in this series in which I highly suggest reading the previous book first, it will help your enhancement of the series and this author. This is a well written story where the characters are brought to life by the author’s writing skills. They pull you into the story from the start. They keep the story engaging and hard to put down. Ian Troy was content with a quiet ride down the coast. As he stops to resupply before continuing his voyage, something feels off about this port. What happens next, you don’t want to miss. A story with adventure, some suspense and a character who brings it all together. I enjoyed watching the growth of this story. It is easy and entertaining to read. I enjoyed the characters and what they brought to the story. I highly recommend this book.

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Regaining Integrity (Code of Honor Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Katie Matthews

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Regaining IntegrityRegaining Integrity by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this story so much – it was an absolute pleasure to read. The characters were just amazing and everything I’ve come to expect from this author – she is a very versatile and talented author.

Angelica was a really sweet character and I really did feel for her and what she went through in High School – some people really can be mean! If I was her I wouldn’t want anything to do with Chase ever again either.

Chase is your typical ‘I’m good looking and I know it’ type of character but also he was one of those immature types that definitely didn’t think about the consequences of his actions when he was younger.

I loved when they met again – Angelica has blossomed into this strong, independent woman and I just thought that she was amazing! Chase had definitely grown in my opinion and I could see he did regret his actions when he was younger.

This was a lovely second chance romance read and I loved every second of it. Although it is part of a series it can be read as a standalone.

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Fortune’s Favorite (Soulbound Journeys Book 2) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Fortune's Favorite (Soulbound Journeys #2)Fortune’s Favorite by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the follow on Soulbound Journey series. This book continues to follow Ian Troy and Jarryd (my favs since the very beginning).

As per usual in the Ian Troy books, the world building is great, and the plot is unique and gripping. The author’s prose flows nicely and adds to the enjoyment of the book. To make the most of the series I wouldn’t just read from the beginning of this series but also the previous The Crown of Stones series. You get a far better understanding of the characters and events this way.

This book has a brilliant adventure, magic and great characters, you miss out by not reading it.

Looking forward to more!

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Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1)Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this kind of story where there is a stalker and a hero. But the one who is more in danger of both love and fire is the female. This book had me on my sit all day just to figure out who is going to get who.
Keira amazing girl who wants life to be easy and peaceful had no idea that she was being stalked all this time but with all the creepy messages and how she felt off edge she got to call out for help.
Former SEAL Cade received this woman in his house with two attention one romance and the other to keep her safe, but love gets in the way and it becomes the ticky time bomb to save her because time was getting away from them and the stalker got closer.
Amazing story love it…

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Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance (Playing for Keeps Book 3)Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third installment in this series and they just keep getting better and better with each one! I loved the flow of this one! It is subtle and still hits all the marks. Each of the characters are special in their own right. Kia is a single mom who has made a strong life for herself and her child. Respectable job and wonderful ethics! Smitty is a down to earth player who gets the shock of his life. He takes it in stride and comes out on top. Really they both are just wonderful but not so much that they have some growth in their character. I completely fell into both these characters and enjoyed their emotions right along with them.

I really enjoy all the fun times with Smitty’s baseball brothers! The things they do for him which is also for Max just made me smile! Then there is Max…perfect antics and comments for a young one. He made me smile big numerous times.

Overall another smash hit from this series. This is one of my favorite series! I eagerly look forward to more….maybe Brandon? Or Gonzo?

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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Leaving No Traces (Commissario Scala #5)Leaving No Traces by P. J. Mann

I wish I could have read the 1st book to really get into the mystery but reading this I want to go back to the 1st book and read the other books of P.J Mann. This was amazing loving how each page was something to think about.
Detective Maurizio took me to every part of the crime to see who really was it, I was living on the edge and wondering how but why. This story was amazing… The part that was crazy was that either he finds out who did it or the mafia finds him. It was a page-turner for me. Love it!!!

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Fortune’s Favorite (Soulbound Journeys Book 2) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Fortune's Favorite (Soulbound Journeys #2)Fortune’s Favorite by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fortune’s Favorite is Book Two in the Soulbound Journeys Series. It is an action-packed, dark fantasy book that centers around the story of Ian and Jarryd. The two explorers have been at sea for awhile so when they get to the port of Maldarehm it seems like the perfect place to stop and re-supply. The port seems like a normal bustling place on the surface but Ian senses that there is far more to it than that. Something about this place makes him uneasy and gives him a sense of dread. Jarryd, on the other hand, is anxious to explore and see if the stories he has heard about the place are true. Both Ian and Jarryd set off on their own adventures, taking vastly different paths. Ultimately, fate leads them both to danger and they must fight for their own survival. This was a fast-past, action-filled, thrill ride as Ian and Jarryd fight for their lives against the forces of evil intent upon destroying them. The storyline was riveting and captured my attention as I found myself flipping the pages right up until the very end to see what would become of Ian and Jarryd. The author did an amazing job of creating engaging characters that you find yourself rooting for as they navigate through the perils that befall them. Each scene is so vividly described that you are fully immersed into each scene along with the characters. This book had action, suspense, mystery, intrigue, drama, danger, magic, Gods, and the paranormal. I cannot wait to read the next book in this amazing series!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the cute story of Shirl, who is convinced she’s not from Earth because she doesn’t like y’s, creamed spinach, and sports. She invents a radio that can talk to aliens from outer space and Eee-ahh comes to visit her. Eee-ahh is looking for her home planet too, but soon realizes Earth isn’t it. Shirl and Eee-ahh try to find things they can do together and that they have in common to make their lives better together. I always love Wickstrom’s books and how she is able to weave life lessons into her cute stories. The illustrations are always unique and bright as well.

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Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors – Review by Carrie Reed

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Saved by the Everyday HeroSaved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars

Excellent Anthology! One of the cool things about this book is, each set of stories is under a different “heat level” so level 1 would be more mild romance and level 4 is more spicy. There is something for everyone here, and each story is short but packed full of detail. The stories that really stood out for me were:

Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie
I loved this story so much! Elijah is such a great man and, great dad. He was dealt a crappy life thus far and everything seems to be looking up, especially meeting Jude. Watching Jude overcome his fear moving on and losing someone else he loves, and getting the courage to stop drinking was so beautiful, as well as watching him open his heart again to Elijah and Griffin. The added drama of how Jude learns of Elijah’s past and that past catching up to them made the story all that much more interesting.

Broken Pieces by Amelia Hayden
Derrick and Caleb are just perfect together. So much about this story was just perfect. Caleb’s dad and older brother are the absolute worst while it seems like his mom and other brother love Caleb and want the best for him. I love that this story touches on issues with veterans once they leave the service and the lack of care they receive. I’m so happy that Derrick and Caleb could reconnect after being away from each other for awhile.

Into The Flames by Dawn Luedecke
I especially liked this story because of the animals. Sadie is very brave for wanting to save animals in the midst of fires endangering her own life. But, I understand why Dalton gets angry with her, she is not only putting her own life in danger, but her teams lives. I enjoyed watching Dalton and Sadie come together and pick up where they left off a year prior, and watching Sadie figure out what to do with her life and this new animal refuge she is working on with Mrs. Millner.

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