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Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Minotaur's Lair (Servant of the Gods, #3)Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again myths and legends, mixed with action-packed tale, ancient mythology, mystical places, time travel, modern technology and historic events all rolled into one story, that had me once again not being able to put this book down. The drama was nonstop from the beginning all the way to the ending. The book was filled with maybe unexpected twists and turns throughout the story which really made up for an exciting read to the end. Highly recommend this story of Evans time traveling, God, myths and an amazing tale of adventure.

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Once again Luciana’s passion has given us an engaging and unique story born of mythology. There is a seamless transition for readers from book one (which finished on a cliff-hanger) to this one as Luciana recaps details. The Labyrinthine Journey is another original and lovingly crafted tale from Luciana. It is woven with ancient Greek mythology giving the story much more realistic depth. This cleverly constructed fantasy tale will captivate you and make you feel like you are the one on this time travel adventure.
Danger is high when Evan finds himself transported from current times back into ancient Greece in mythical times. On a quest to save the Gods Evan and his Atlanteans friends find things don’t go the way they should as they are thwarted by those opposed to the god’s survival.
With a whole host of characters, mythological creatures and beings, gods and monsters this vividly rich and well-crafted and complexly woven tale draws in and is only limited by your imagination.
If you like mythology and fantasy tales where the characters are believable characters then this series is for you. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As the title suggests, Snow in Love is a fun festive romance. Two paralympic skiers are set to spend the holiday season training together. Their coach hopes they will focus on skiing and not get too distracted by each other. That goes about as well as you’d expect…

What I really like about this book is how it explores the differences in experience of two people with seemingly similar disabilities. Both have a lower limb impairment, but Connor’s is the result of a fairly recent accident which ended his motocross career whereas Sienna was born with a partial leg. We see not only how this affects their approaches and outlooks, but also the assumptions they make about each other.

This is a great book for fans of sports romance, particularly if you like winter sports or parasports. The otherwise unoccupied ski resort makes a great setting for a wintery romance! This book gets five stars from me. Definitely a good comfort read!

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The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn RanchThe Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is a new author to me and I was intrigued by the story line in the synopsis and decided to dive on it. This is a very well written story and I really enjoyed this book.

Thorn Ranch has been passed down from generation to generation and Emma is 5th generation to run Thorn Ranch. During her ride out into unfamiliar territory in her vast land, she must take refuge after losing her horse in a cave. Emma is rescued by “The People”…….. but will “The People” allow her to leave so she may return to her home? Will Emma know and learn from ancient secrets that Thorn Ranch may hold?

This story is interesting….I really enjoyed the characters and story overall. Romance, intrigue, twists….and I love the details that the author provides…..wonderful!!

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Where do Pirates go on Vacation? By Kim Ann Review by Tabitha Montero

Where Do Pirates Go on Vacation? : Fun pirate story that encourages imaginative and creative thinking. Ages 3 to 8, preschool to 2nd grade.Where Do Pirates Go on Vacation? : Fun pirate story that encourages imaginative and creative thinking. Ages 3 to 8, preschool to 2nd grade. by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Really cute book with great illustrations. I read it with my 8 year old and he enjoyed it as well. After the pirates have sailed, they are ready for trying new adventures of vacation! It explores different vacation fun! We will def grab more of this authors books!

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jamie Truex

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Labyrinthine Journey is the second book in the series by Luciana Cavallaro. I was not able to start with the first book, however, I was easily able to catch on to what was going on. You can tell there was a lot of effort put in to these characters and researching the time and place Evan is in. The book kept my interest throughout. I love mythology and this was a perfect fit. Definitely would recommend this read.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay- Review by Heather Knalls

Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Connor Shoemaker was a motocross bad boy until an accident took his leg. He is now a Paralympic hopeful in skiing. Sienna Markum is a Paralympic Golden Girl in skiing. They have both booked Karl one of the best and hardest coaches around for the Christmas holidays. What could possibly go wrong sharing a closed ski resort while training?

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Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jamie Truex

Minotaur's Lair (Servant of the Gods, #3)Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Minotaur’s Lair is the third book in the series by Luciana Cavallaro. Once again the author put great work into the details of the characters and the world they are in. This may well become a new favorite author of mine. I feel I can relate to the characters and was very invested in each book. Highly recommend this series!

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Carla Clemmons

Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a sweet romantic read! I really enjoyed this authors writing style and how she describes the scenery. I love both Sienna and Connor’s characters and how much they have overcome. They are two totally different people and come from completely different worlds. Connor is not what I expected at all in his character, and I love it! There is one character that I was not a fan of and am glad things worked out the way they did. There is some awesome character building as well. I absolutely love the ending to this book and loved that there is an epilogue!

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt – Review by Angela Plate, December 2022

Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great little story. It’s a book that adults will enjoy reading with their littles and the littles can read on their own. It’s a nice reminder of how innocent kids are and how they see the world around them.

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Beast (Popov Bratva Book 5) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Katie Kearney

Beast (Popov Bratva #5)Beast by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Adrik and Annika’s story might just be in my top three favorite reads for 2022. I did read this as a stand-alone without any problems but you can tell other characters have a story to be read so I’ll definitely be going back to read the rest of the series. There’s so many amazing things about this story, the characters pull you so completely into their world it’s hard to leave when the end comes. Once I started this book I simply couldn’t put it down. I read it in one night and wished I could have slowed it down but I was just way to invested. I’ll definitely be rereading this one though. Well written with characters you’ll fall for. Five huge stars and highly recommended!

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The Sneaky Kitten (Invisible Magic Wand Book 4) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Paula R Sayers

The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book FourThe Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A cute book about a boy named Caspian who meets a cat who he names Stuck while playing frisbee with his grandfather. Stuck and Caspian have a few adventures together. Kids will enjoy this read!!

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance with a feel good festive feeling. Sienna Markum, a Paralympic skiers favourite time of year is Christmas, as she loves all the traditions, but most of all the time she can spend with her family. Sienna is training for the Paralympics in the hopes of winning Alpine gold, so is looking forward to a much needed break from training over the holiday period. Meanwhile, Connor Shoemaker, the bad boy of skiing, plans on continuing with his training for the Paralympics, and so has no plans for Christmas. Ever since a motocross accident took one of his legs, Connor had also lost his confidence. When the pair meet at training, Sienna is not happy as she was told that her training would be private, however, she soon starts to enjoy being with her new training partner.
When Sienna’s Christmas plans fall through it’s Connor who comes to her rescue, however, she has to decide if she’s willing to balance her training with a relationship. Connor, meanwhile, is hoping to regain his confidence on and off the slopes, and to also have a chance at love with Sienna. This was a lovely, heartwarming romance with great characters and a magical snowy setting, which kept me happily turning the pages. I loved the fact that the two main characters were Paralympic’s, and dealing with disability issues, as this is unusual in romances. The couple had amazing chemistry and I was hoping they would get their HEA, especially for Christmas!

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Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jules Herbert

Minotaur's Lair (Servant of the Gods, #3)Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I reviewed book 2 I said that the authors creative storyline, descriptive detailed writing, wonderful characters and intriguing combination of Ancient History, Mythology and Fantasy would 100% keep you captivated from start to finish and it absolutely continues in this 3rd and final book for this truly amazing series! With such an action packed, adventure filled storyline and an ending you may well find unexpected you will cement your love of this very talented author for sure!! I know I have. From now on just seeing her name on a book will be enough for me to want to read it.

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Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Kerry Baker

Minotaur's Lair (Servant of the Gods, #3)Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic and detailed story that draws you in and makes you feel like you are right there with the characters. The author has created imagery so strong that you can vividly imagine what is happening. As the final book in the trilogy this book really ends on a high. This is easily my favourite book out of all of them and I didn’t want it to end.
I loved the Greek mythology element to this. It made it so much easier to engage with the book as there was a lot of information that I was already aware of. I really enjoyed going on Evan’s journey with him. He was easy to relate to, despite being a 12-year old boy. This is a fantastic series that I have loved from start to finish.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Vanessa Estrada

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay

Snow in Love

by Libby Kay (Goodreads Author)
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I loved that Connor fell first, he is kind of a simp for her, paying attention to her competition color and her favorite wine. And I can’t believe he asked her to wait and get to know her better! So cute!! And their flirting is also very cute. Sienna’s mom is a total itch and her dad is a tool. I liked the pop culture references, they added a little fun and humor to the story. I also really liked that they both had different experiences/feelings about their legs, and how the author explored both the differences and similarities of losing a limb vs being born without one. Overall, very good holiday book!

Revenge Never Rests (Tallie Brown Suspense Book 2) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Toni Sellers

Revenge Never Rests (Tallie Brown Suspense Book 2)Revenge Never Rests by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The Tallie Brown series. I had not read book one, but I definitely will be. Yet the author made it easy enough for me to stay in tune with all that was happening. This book has it all drama, suspense, crime, action and mystery. I felt pulled in right away. Excellent book.

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jules Herbert

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow where do I find the right words to review this book! I know that no matter what I say I won’t do it or the author the justice they truly deserve! I made the mistake of starting with book 2 so I will be going back to the beginning and starting again. Don’t get me wrong if like me you started with this book your enjoyment will in no way be hindered by that but let’s face it when something is so amazing why wouldn’t you make sure to read everything possible to truly enhance the experience.
The Authors creative storyline with plenty of twists and turns, descriptive detailed writing, wonderful characters and intriguing combination of Ancient History, Mythology and Fantasy 100% keeps you captivated from start to finish. Personally I simply can’t wait for more. I need more Evan!!!!

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Kamana Wanalaya by Susan Renee – Review by Christen Ware

Kamana Wanalaya for the HolidaysKamana Wanalaya for the Holidays by Susan Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Comical, fun, and lighthearted read that is lead by a cynical reviewer of love finding herself in a situation she is most critical of.

Quick read with romance and plentiful banter that hints toward being cliche but the plot drives it toward an original for sure. Romance was good.

Overall a good read.

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Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt – Review by Cynthia Tuck

Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this story. It was so cute and wholesome. It follows Amaleigha, a 5 yr old who loves the outdoors and nature. She comes up with a brilliant idea and with determination and the help of others, she brings it to fruition. She proves that even young children can have a powerful impact on their community and the world. I hope you read it with your young ones, and I hope it encourages everyone to go out and do your very best for this world. Most of all I hope it encourages everyone to go out into nature more often.

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National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review By Vanessa Estrada

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National Parks by Laikyn Meng

National Parks

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This book was sooo good, it had so much angst and I personally love that because it makes me feel so much. Their love is beautiful but complicated and I love how we were able to travel everywhere while reading about Enzo and Phoebe’s love as well. The writing itself was a bit confusing at times but nothing too bad. It can be very triggering so be sure to check the trigger warnings but it really is worth reading. Highly recommend this book.

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Breanne Christian

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn RanchThe Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emma is the fifth-generation daughter and will be the fifth-generation woman to run the Thorn Ranch. Scared of being in control of so much land and activities that come with the ranch, she decides to take her horse on a trip across the ranch’s lands while her parents are away. Lands even she has not ventured to before. During her journey, she loses her horse tragically and must take refuge in a cave from a storm. Upon awakening, she finds she is not the only one in the cave system. The cave system on her ranch has been home to a group called The People for generations. The People believe that Emma was brought to them and refuse to let her leave. Emma tries to make the best of her capture and meets the chief’s son, Kai. Kai teaches her the way of the people, the land, their crops, and their animals. Does Emma ever get the chance to return home, or does she find that she is home with The People? Find out in The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch.
The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch is full of relatable characters, wonder, and relatable feelings. It is an interesting read with twists and turns. In some areas, the story fell a little flat and it was a little hard to get into at times. It held my attention relatively well.
If you are looking for a quick read that is full of mysteries and wonder, look no further. Overall, The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch is a good read.

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by Stephanie Robb

If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As someone wanting to become a parent, this book was so emotional and beautiful. The rhyming nature of the prose was so easy to read and really dragged me into the story. I read it in one sitting. The prose is accompanied by complimentary illustrations and made me smile from start to finish.

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The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Desiree Ottinger

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn RanchThe Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emma is the heiress to one of the biggest ranches in Texas. Growing up, she always knew that she would one day take over the ranch operations. For generations the Rosales women have taken on the role of caretaker for Thorn Ranch, so it is only right that she is next. But what if she doesn’t even want to run the ranch? While riding the ranch one day, Emma’s horse is hurt, and she has to put him down before walking back home. When a sudden storm breaks over her, she seeks shelter in a cave. Only the cave isn’t a home to an animal, it is the gateway to a whole other civilization – living right on her ranch. Can she make her way home before her parents lose hope on ever finding her? Or will she discover a different purpose for her life?

This is my first time reading this author and I found the book fascinating. The use of going back and forth between Emma’s past, her present, and her parents’ present point of views rounded out the story. Emma’s inner turmoil surrounding her inheritance was well written and I think encompassed most young people who have struggled with huge responsibilities weighing on them. It was a read that I didn’t want to put down, because I had to know if she would return home. No spoilers, but it is worth the read!

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt – Review by Stephanie Robb

Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Janice Pratt really brings to life a child’s imagination and the possibilities that can come of it. This is a great book for children and adults alike with a lovely story and wonderful accompanying illustrations.

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Michelle Troyer

Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #1)Faultless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is amazing! I could not put it down. The trials that Ted has to go through to get his life back is brutal, but he successfully does it and has a happy ending with Robyn, who has been waiting for him. It is a happily ever after ending like no other.

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Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really appreciate when an author is not only skillful at weaving words into worlds and characters, but also knowledgeable in what they are writing about. This author writes intelligently and vividly to bring to life an awesome, kick-ass heroine – Jorja Knight, Private Investigator. You will fall in love with this multi-faceted character as she risks relationships and her life in order to prove that there is more to a certain mystery than meets the eye. This is the fifth book in the Jorja Knight series, but can definitely be enjoyed as a standalone. I have not read the previous books, but after picking up this one, I can’t wait to get my hands on them! The suspense will keep you hooked. This is definitely a mystery you do not want to overlook. I highly recommend this book and author.

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Kamana Wanalaya by Susan Renee – Review by Melissa Fink

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Kamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday RomanceKamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday Romance by Susan Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my very first book by this author! It was very well written. It was a fun romantic type of book. I definitely want to check out other books by this author because this book was that good. If you are a romance type of reader, then I suggest you check this book out! Great job!

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sienna is a competitive skier in the Paralympics. She has grown up knowing that one day all of her hard work will pay off in the form of a gold medal. When her controlling mother sets up extra training over the Christmas break to prepare for the upcoming games, she is anything but excited. Connor is known in the motocross community as a bad boy, until he has an accident that takes part of one of his legs. In order to reach that rush of adrenaline from his motocross days, he becomes a skier. Both are thrown together to train over Christmas break in a ski resort that is empty because it is being renovated. It’s just them, the slopes and their trainer. Will they be able to find a balance between love and competition? Or will one have to come before the other?

This was a quick, fun, Christmas read! I found the characters to be believable and likable. While I am not a skier, I found the story to not be too bogged down with skiing lingo. I was able to follow along with what the characters were talking about and enjoyed the emotional storyline. Sienna is used to her mother making decisions for her and it takes love to kind of wake her up to the fact that she can choose, too. I appreciated that Connor doesn’t make her choose him or skiing. He sees her for what she is and wants what is best for her, even if he isn’t part of it.

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Return to Gallanvaig (A Quirk of Destiny Book 2) by Catherine Greenall – Review by April McCoy

Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of DestinyReturn to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Welllll i definitely will be going back to read book one because i feel like it would make me understand some things deeper that occurred in this book especially character progressions. Book ended in a doozy if a cliffhanger that made me really want to read book one in the trilogy as well as the one that follows! Book was well written, captured my attention and had me at the edge of my seat!! Good read!

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