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Web of Evil (Hani’s Daughter Mysteries) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 27, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Web of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hani’s daughter Neferet is caught up in another mystery. But like father like daughter, she can’t always know what she is going to get caught up in a web of lies and deceit.
Web of Evil is another cleverly built story in the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries a historical cosy mystery. It is full of murder, mystery, intrigue, drama, suspense, danger, secrets, lies and a lot more just waiting for you to discover. It is a bumpy ride with twisty turns that makes it hard to put down.
It is set in Ancient Egypt one of the many places I would love to visit. I love the historical details that NL knows so well and masterfully incorporates throughout this mystery. This fictional story is full of rich and vibrant and vivid and easily imagined that it seems so real.
What at first appears to be a simple task leads Nefereti and her friends in the path of a murder and are soon entangled in a nightmare as things become deadly. AS the title suggest it is definitely a web of evil.
I look forward to the next adventure.

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The Archcrusade: Tome One (The Archcrusade Series) by K. M. Hogenson – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 26, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies by K.M. Hogenson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies is K. M. Hogenson debut novel. It is interesting, and unique and a lengthy read but a great read. I can’t believe it is a debut novel. This is another author to watch out for. I see very good things for them.
The story is told in multiple POV which just heightens the story more as you get to see inside the nuts and bolts and how they think.
It is an adult epic-fantasy adventure with magic, monsters, Vampires, Angels and Demons, Kings, Oracles, crusades, pilgrimages, prophecies and a whole lot more in between.
It is a complex web of multiple plots and cleverly woven threads to pull it all together to give the reader maximum enjoyment. The world building is artfully done, and you can picture the multitude of characters and the world in which they live. There are complex characters and there are those that you will laugh and cry with and those you would have rather not met at all. K. M. Hogenson has written a diverse bunch of characters and race, creed, sexuality or colour has not been left out. Each has their own agendas which adds to the mystery but in a world like this you don’t always know who to trust.
I for one can’t wait for more.

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Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 24, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Fearless Love: A Small Town Second Chance Single Mom Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fearless Love is a contemporary romance and the fifth wonderful book in The Bennetts of Langston Falls series by K. G. Fletcher. K.G. is one of my must-read authors and I am always on the lookout for more of her work. Make sure to read them all or you will be missing out on the lives and loves of the other Bennetts. Having said that they can be read as standalones.
I can’t believe we are already at book 5 in this series, and this is the last book. I’m going to miss these characters. This sweet story is filled with fun, love, passion and pain, struggle and loss, drama and tragedy, and heartache. The chemistry is off the charts, and it is sexy and steamy.
Langston Falls is a beautiful small-town that feels familiar. It is where family, love and great characters reside and is full of southern charm.
This is a second chance single mom roommates turned lovers’ trope and is James and Sara’s story.
James is a little grumpy, but he has longed to have what everyone else in the family has. Sara has to think of her son, but she can’t resist the sexy man who has come into her life.
I loved the banter between these two, the laughter to be had and family.
KG has done it again.

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Critical Care (Chase Care Series Book 6) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 23, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Critical Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Critical Care is a romantic suspense tale and the sixth book in the amazing Chase Care series. Each book gets better and better. Make sure to read them in order so you don’t miss out on all the goodness of the other books.
This story is a fast paced, medical romance thriller that had my heart pumping and I found myself on the edge of my seat in more than one occasion. There is drama, emotion, chemistry, spice, danger, suspense and the tension rising and your emotions on high. It is nonstop thrills and action in this enticing story.
I have said it before, but I will say it again Robin has cleverly woven together another story that you are unable to step away from. I found I was at the end before I knew it because I was so engrossed in the story,
This is Tim and Willow’s story, and I am in love with all the characters. I love the alpha men and strong women.
Lives are on the line as drugs are tampered with but that doesn’t stop Tim and Willow jumping in to make things right but in doing so, they put their lives on the line as well.
I love this series and the anticipation of what is to come is exciting. I want more.

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The Earl’s Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street Series) by Holly Bush – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 22, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Earl’s Match by Holly Bush
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earl’s Match is a contemporary romance historical tale that has many layers to make it interesting. It is the fifth book in the Thompsons of Locust Street. I love the cover. Each book tells the story of one of the Thompsons siblings and this one is Paydon’s story.
I don’t read a lot of historical romance it’s not really my genre but if it is done well, as this one is I am happy. Holly paints a vivid picture of the time with her narrative that makes it easily imagined. The characters feel real and have flaws and vulnerabilities. I admit I did quite enjoy this story.
This heartwarming story is filled with passion and pain, struggle, and drama.
Clarice is not your normal society girl in fact she prefers life outside of society where she can breathe and be herself. She is perfect for Payden, she is just what he needs to ground him and pull him out of his funk.
Paydon is still reeling from his imprisonment and is finding it hard to full out of the darkness that seems to have settled into his soul. However there maybe one person who maybe just be what he needs.
If you like historical romance, then you will like not only this book but this series.

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Shadowed Deception: A Psychological Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 21, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Shadowed Deception: A Psychological Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mavery Ellscott has quickly become one of my go to authors. She is one author readers should get behind. After reading the first book Shadowed Obsession I was hooked. You can read each standalones, but I encourage you to read them in order because the characters interchange and you really will be missing out on all the delicious darkness. The stories just keep getting better and better.
Shadowed Deception is the third gripping book in the Shadow Defense Security series, and I think my favourite so far which hard because they have all been my favourite. I love the thrill of strong alpha males in protective mode and equally strong female leads.
I love a riveting suspense thriller, and this is one thrilling ride with twisty and surprising turns. I found myself on the edge of my set more often than not as the tension is palpable. Lets not forget the hot and sexy ex SEALs.
The characters are well developed and interesting and plot lines that are dark and gritty but feel believable. It is a captivating and engrossing, and an absolute must read you won’t be disappointed.
I need more now. I love a good psychological suspense thriller and Mavery delivers.

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nessie and the Celtic Maze is the third book in Nessie’s Grotto series by Lois Wickstrom.
The covers have drawn me in each time I see these books.
Princess Sheona is in trouble and Craig and Linda must find their way from Canada to Loch Ness Ireland to help her.
In the third volume of the popular Nessie’s Grotto series, the children must penetrate a Celtic maze in order to rescue the lovely Princess Sheona.
Nessie and the Viking Gold is the delightful second magical book in the Nessie’s Grotto series. Sara Silvestris Strand once again brings the story to life with her colourful illustrations in this wonderful children’s book.
The story is aimed at children aged between 7 -12 years old and is 108 pages. Lois’s narrative makes this a fun tale that would be enjoyed by children of any age.
Join Craig and Linda on another fantastical adventure involving Nessie’s Grotto there is magic and a little bit of suspense.
Kids will love this adventure.

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The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 18, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Reluctant Spy by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Apparently, there is “a smell of mystery in the air” and Grandma is determined to find out what it is. So much so that she has bought Hildegarde in to help.
It is a fun, mystery tale where everything is not as it seems. It is 180 pages of adventure and entertainment.
The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom is aimed for children aged 7 – 12 years.
What secrets does Timmy’s family hold? How does Grandma know what she knows? Can you actually smell mystery? Can you train a rat to be a spy? Who or What is Hildegarde? Where are Timmy’s parents?
These are all very good questions which will be revealed as you sit and read this story.

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Out of Bounds (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 15, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Out of Bounds by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
Out of Bounds is a contemporary romance and the second sexy book in the NA Game Time sports series. I can take or leave sports stories, but Tam does them so well I just have to read them.
Tam writes the story in multiple POV making the story that much more interesting because you get to feel the characters inner most thoughts and feelings that makes it seem more real. It’s easy to fall for the characters and enjoy their journey.
With love, drama, humour, emotion and angst sparks fly in this sexy, hot, seductive, passionate and intense tale.
Bax knows what he wants, and he wants her, but she only wants a one-night stand. He will let her think that, but he is one who gets what he wants, and he wants her.
Piper has been burned so all she wants is a one and done but he wants to take it all the way to the end zone.
I can’t wait for the next book.
Happy reading!

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Dark Sky at Dawn (Free Men and Dreamers Book 1) by L.C. Lewis – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 15, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Dark Sky at Dawn by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read many of Laurie’s stories and have never been disappointed with anything she has written.
Laurie’s storytelling is wonderful and instils you with so many emotions. I feel like I was right there with the characters as they struggle with having to deal with life and death and the effects on them and their relationships. These characters made my heart bleed for them as they fight war, spies, corruption, greed, violence, hatred, slavery, freedom and class distinction and so much more. Underneath it all it is a love story. The strength, hope and faith these characters have as they struggle along in this battle for life will have you rooting for them hoping and praying for a miracle.
This is an interesting American history tale of the war of 1812, and it is easy to see Laurie’s passion on the subject matter come to life. She has cleverly crafted history and fiction into a seamless blend that left me thinking about it long after I had finished the story. Being that I am not an American this has been a history lesson for me.
It will be interesting to see what the second book brings.

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man, Book 1) by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 15, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
Women’s fiction romance book Bailey and the CEO is the first book in the A Better Man series by Amy Q. There are so many stories out there and it’s not until you have clicked on them that you realise, they are written for YA’s. To say I am a bit sick of so many YA stories is an understatement. So, it was a nice change of pace to get stuck into something written for women of a little bit older age.
I really enjoyed Amy’s book Lap Baby and hoped this one would be just as good, and I was not let down.
Bailey and the CEO is a multilayered well-crafted story where the characters are well developed and felt real, relatable, likable and easy to connect with.
Bailey is driven and highly successful in her job. Even though she shouldn’t she discovers that there is more than one thing that makes her Boss even more attractive.
Fox has always known that Bailey is beautiful but until they really connected, he didn’t realise just how special she is.
This was a great read and one I would highly recommend to other readers.

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Treasure Hunt (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 13, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Treasure Hunt : Grandma’s Closet Book 4 by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grandma has the most interesting closet that has the most magical things in it.
Treasure Hunt is the fourth book in the Grandma’s Closet series by Lois Wickstrom. The illustrations are done by Francie Mion in this children’s adventure story book. The story is filled with a bit of everything to make it interesting for children and their imagination.
As with all the other books in this series Carrie feels closest to her grandma when she discovers things in Granma’s closet. In this the fourth book in the series Carrie finds Dowsing rods that takes her on an adventure for treasure.
What will Carrie find and where will the dowsing rods take her?

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 13, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hay Goes Home is another charming story by G Pa. This beautifully illustrated tale captivates children with its rhyming prose and bright and colourful pictures.
Erica Leigh has brought to life G Pa’s unique and colourful characters. Not only is it a good story but like all his stories they come with a message that teaches children something important.
Hay Goes Home is fun and engaging as Cray and Hay set out on another adventure.
This is a great book and would be a must for any home, schools and libraries.

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The Scottish Play (Polyam Fam Series) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Scottish Play by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
Damn who doesn’t like a man in a kilt. And a Scottish accent is even better when the two are combined.
Phoebe Alexander is well known for writing books where the relationship is outside what is considered the norm and this one is no different. She writes beautiful realistic sex-positive stories really well. The Scottish Play is a polycule Rom Com and the first book in the PolyAm Fam series.
I love Phoebe’s writing and her wonderful characters that feel like part of the family that are a close and would do anything for each other. Phoebe draws you in with seduction and love and the unknown.
If you have never read anything but vanilla relationships before give this a go because it is well written, and love is love. You never know you just may love it.

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Murder At Music Hall (True North Murder Mystery Book 1) by A. J. Ullman – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Murder At Music Hall by A. J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

AJ has done it again! He has set the bar high with this first book Murder At Music Hall, A True North Murder Mystery. It is the beginning of what is set to be a great series. I love me some good crime stories. AJ does dark crime stories well and just like his And The River Runs Deep this one is cleverly crafted and intriguing.
It had me spellbound with the mystery and suspense, intrigue and drama, angst and wondering. I was so consumed by and swept away by the story and the emotions that I soon found the book had ended.
True knows this case is going to take everything he has and thinking outside the box is the only way he can get it done. Oh, it’s not the murder investigation he has to worry about. No! it is the rich, manipulating SOB’s that are going to be the biggest hurdles to get around.
This well plotted gripping tale draws you in to the darkness and those in the shadows, it sends thrills down your spine and feeling the stress and tension that is palpable and leaping of the pages. It was a long night of reading because even if I wanted to, I could not put it down.
This story is full of lies and betrayal, and manipulation. It is an engrossing tale full of twists and turns.
I found myself devouring every word turning page after page and I am looking forward to reading more from AJ.

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Dancing Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series) by Debra Parmley – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Dancing Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dancing Butterfly is a historical romance and the second book in the Butterflies Fly Free series by Debra Parmley. Debra’s diversity in the genres she writes is what I enjoy when reading her stories as you don’t always know what you are getting and that is half the surprise.

Dancing Butterfly is set in the roaring 20’s a time of the harsh underworld of gangsters, flappers, dancing, and prohibition. An interesting time indeed and Debra’s passion on the subject makes for an exciting and intriguing read and takes you back and makes you feel like you are there.
SukiSuki must decide if she is willing to go along with Frank’s, an enforcer for Al Capone, offer of help and protection but being a gangster moll is not all it is made out to be. Rules and restrictions and obedience is not something Suki is good at.
I look forward to more of this harsh yet exciting world.

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Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There are many wonderous things in Grandma’s Closet and in this case, it is Wanda’s. No, they are not magic wands. The Wanda’s themselves are magic.
Journey along as Carrie discovers what exactly the Wanda’s can do in this fun tale. Carrie is indeed fascinated by the Wanda’s and seeks out her grandma’s advice, but grandma wants Carrie to use her imagination and explore the possibilities.
The story is about bonds, the love of a grandmother and her granddaughter and the magic of life and discoveries.
Magic stirs the imagination in young and old alike.

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Perfect Office Pact (Perfect Romance Series) by Maria Jane – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 7, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Perfect Office Pact by Maria Jane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am enjoying the Pact stories by Tricia/Maria and was excited when I saw there was another book out. I have read a lot of work written as Tricia and have enjoyed them all immensely. I love the variety of genre’s that she writes in both names.
Perfect Office Pact by Maria Jane is a contemporary romance tale. I liked that she is now writing in the third person POV because it gives a story more depth and gives us as readers a much broader and in-depth insight into the person, their feelings and their thoughts.
Declan and Mira have a push pull relationship neither quite knowing how to express their feelings. There were times I wanted to smack them and tell them to get it together and other times I wanted to hug them. The jury is still out on Mira’s use of the pact.
Perfect Office Pact is written well but the ending for me feels like it ended abruptly. It didn’t quite finish as smoothly as it could have. Having said that the story is fun and keeps readers engaged.
This book will keep you entertained with fun and humour, emotions, some angst, a fair bit of frustration and some sweet romance.

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Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 7, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Deceptively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
Oh, Anise you don’t know how happy I am to see another series is out. Deceptively Yours is a deviously dark second chance romance with some trigger warnings.
It has romance, steam, spice, chemistry, drama, angst, danger, action and some violence and more that keep those pages turning and before you are ready it is over.
The characters are well developed as is the twisty storyline. I wanted to smack them at times. Gabriel and his hatred and Harper who continues to keep the secret of why gave him up all those years ago.
Even though 9 years had separated them she could not let the boy now man she loved be in danger. Gabriel never knew what Harper sacrificed for him and he doesn’t want to know. What will he do when he finds out? If he finds out.
If you love a dark romance tale and want to know what happens you will have to read it for yourself, and I strongly suggest that you should, or you are missing out on a good tale.

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Dirty Heartbreaker (Hamilton Steelhawks Series) by A. C. Sheppard – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 6, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Dirty Heartbreaker by Ac Sheppard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dirty Heartbreaker is the fun third instalment of the Hamilton Steelhawks series by A C Sheppard. This is my first time reading anything by these authors and it was an enjoyable read.
The series focuses on the members of the Hamilton Steelhawks an ice hockey sports series.
Opposites attract, enemies to lover’s trope with this tale. They say there is a fine line between hate and love and in this story that seems to be true.
It’s fun to see the sass, the bite and the snarky banter between these two. This is Colby and Gabriella’s story.
Journey along as we watch these two fight their way to happiness or do they.
Dirty Heartbreaker is one for sports lovers.
I look forward to seeing what else this writing duo come up with.

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Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries, Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 6, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ruth brings us another fun tale in the Bookshop Kitties Mysteries series, Murder She Meowed. It is full of furry sidekicks and super sleuths in this sweet cozy mystery.
Mayhem and madness ensue when Christy turns up to help a friend only to encounter a dead body. Now all she has to do is prove the innocence of an unlikely suspect.
A small town, family, a wedding, a wagon full of dressed up cats in their finest wedding attire and a murder are all wrapped up in this fun-loving tale.
This small town is full of colourful and quirky characters that you will love and make you laugh at their shenanigans and banter.
Murder She Meowed will make you feel good. It is entertaining tale and is a great tale to get lost in for some all-important me time.
If you love a good cozy mystery with an eclectic bunch, then this book is for you.

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series) by Sandra L. Young – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 5, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young is a fun ghostly romance tale. It is a fast-paced story that combines romance, mystery and paranormal elements. This is the second book in the series, but it can be read as a standalone.

Marcy is a little eclectic, a talented artist and a vintage fashionista who loves vintage clothing and a good mystery. She has just discovered she has a talent of seeing auras and with-it ghostly friends. At the last minute she and her friends from Divinely Vintage find themselves caught up in a years old mystery for a local theatre group and hopefully send its visitor on her way.

With a little mother daughter angst, a ghostly encounter, a theatre, amateur thespians, vintage clothing and a few manly confusions along the way Divinely Dramatic should not be missed.

This fun tale is filled with unexpected twists, clothes from different periods and a cast of characters that bring the story to life and keep the reader engrossed in the story.

I look forward to what comes next.

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 5, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beach Ball Blunder is another wonderful and exciting book from G Pa that kids will fall in love with.

Not only is it a fun tale but it teaches children that things that they do or say have consequences. It is a good opening to discuss these things with your kids and help them learn. Friendship, trust, forgiveness and truthfulness are very powerful things for children to learn from the get-go.
The bright and colourful illustrations by the talented Erica Leigh bring the narrative alive and is as catching as the rhyming the story is told in.
Read along as Gray learns a very valuable lesson.
This cute story is full of fun and is easy to read.

I look forward to sharing more of G Pa’s stories with my grandbabies.

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Fuller Sight by John Stone – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 4, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Fuller Sight by John Stone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
WOW. I am not sure how I feel about this one. Emotions on overload. John Stone is a new author, and he takes you on a journey unlike anything you have read before.
There is a lot going on, a lot to digest in Fuller Sight. It is a story about time, space, events, being, existence, universals and everything in between that is considered metaphysical. It starts off with a bang and that sets the tone of the story.
It is a very unique, original and intriguing read as it explores someone no longer in the physical plane and looking back at the life they had. There are different time periods explored and reminisced.
If you are looking for something a little different then this is for you.

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Delayed Redemption (The DAG Team Series) by Kel O’Connor – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 3, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Delayed Redemption: (DAG Team Book 3 Special Ops Romantic Suspense) by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delayed Redemption is the third instalment and great addition to the DAG Team Series by Kel O’Conner. The books can all be read as standalones, but I encourage you to start with the first book and work your way through as the books.

This romantic suspense is exciting and has plenty of drama, danger, action, adventure, and of course just the right amount of steam as the DAG team once again pull together to protect their own.

Mateo has one more assignment and then he is free, but things just may take a deadly turn. Will he risk it all for someone from his past? Do they finally find the mole?

Janey has suffered more than most, but she finds herself hoping for the best but thinking the worst when she is confronted with someone from her past when she is kidnapped.

Delayed Redemption is well plotted and is as thoroughly engrossing as it is engaging. Kel’s narrative, world building, and character building is exciting and makes it hard to leave because you want to know what is coming. The characters are complex, have depth and feel realistic.

I look forward to seeing what comes next.

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The Curse of Jean Lafitte (The Big Easy Collection) by Mary Walsh – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 2, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Curse of Jean Lafitte by Mary Walsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Set in the magical and ghostly backdrop of New Orleans, The Curse of Jean Lafitte is a tale with supernatural elements that is as intriguing and as it is interesting. It is a part of The Big Easy Collection 2.

I loved the Pirates of the Caribbean, so I had big expectations for this book as it referenced it as being similar. Did it meet my expectations? Yes, it did. What an adventure.

Mary’s passion shines through with the narrative of historical events and the mystery of the myths and legends. The storyline and the world building flowed seamlessly, where past and present meet and the story was over before I knew it as I was that intrigued by it.

The Curse of Jean Lafitte is a fun, crime, action, adventure, mystery, thriller & suspense tale all rolled into one. I often found myself laughing along. The history and the thrill of New Orleans in such a time is easily imagined. I have always wanted to visit but more so now.

Jean Lafitte was quite the character and after reading this book I went and researched him because I was so intrigued with him.

What does a food critic, a pastry chef, an infamous buccaneer, ghostly legends and myths and cursed treasure have in common you ask. Well, you will need to read it to find out.

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Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 2, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Curse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

C.A’s books are so diverse and that is what I enjoy about her writing. You never know what you will get. I can tell you one thing though; they are always good reading. There is not one book that I have not loved.

Curse of the Forbidden the Island is a sexy, paranormal romance with a twist.

This reverse harem tale is hot, sizzling and very steamy. It is short with only 52 pages, but it still packs a punch. Yes, I wish that her stories were longer. It is fun and will have you laughing at times at the madness being uncovered.

She always loved a good mystery. She found more than she was bargaining for when she decided to learn the secrets of the island.

What happens on the island stays on the island, right? But what really goes on there is something you will find out when you read this book.
I can’t wait to get stuck into more of CA’s work.

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 1, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A Miracle In Muffin is a Christian children’s book by Darlene Duemo. Being a true story gives it a different feel. It is a very religious tale and is aimed for those aged between 6 – 18 years old. It is the story of one woman’s journey to faith after her cat Muffin disappeared and ended up in trouble.
It is a story with a very strong and clear message of God, belief, devotion, the importance of prayer and miracles that came about in a time of need.
If you are a religious person/family, then this book is for you.

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The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox and Nicole Allen – Review by Jenni Bishop

February 1, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 stars
Young adult authors Emily Cox and Nicole Allen bring us a sweet tale. It is my first time reading anything they have written, and I was pleasantly surprised.
This is a clean YA romance that has a lot of raw emotions involved because it has some pretty dark heavy hitting content, but the authors do this well. It is heartwarming and heartbreaking all at the same time. A nail biting, rollercoaster of emotions kind of story.
The story is told in my favourite way of writing characters, dual POV which gives the story much more depth and insight and the characters are much more believable. There are characters you will absolutely love and then there are characters you will absolutely hate.
You always remember your first love and The Other Side of Together is a raw and beautiful yet heartbreaking story of young teenage love.
I will not give away any spoilers but suffice it to say the tension is palpable, have tissues on hand, a stiff drink or three and expect a laugh or two at times.
There are a few twists and there is a cliffhanger so now I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book.

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Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Jenni Bishop

January 31, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Jenni Bishop

Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author and was excited to get stuck in because of reading the blurb.
Hidden Mischief is a sexy best friend’s brother romance where opposites attract.
It is a slow burn romance but does kick in. It’s a BDSM tale that takes you a little deeper than some of the other books out there. It takes us in to the world of a D/s relationship that is captivating and complex. It takes us into a world of some of the deepest desires.
Ashton is determined to explore her sexual side further. She is a contradiction in many ways. She is shy, a bit quiet, but also a little sassy and feisty and outspoken when she feels she needs to be.
Zac is sexy, dominant and a little possessive. All the girls want him, but he only wants her. I enjoyed the banter between them and his knowing how hard to push and take care of what is his and let there be no mistake she is his.
Some things were left off, but I am sure we will get to experience that in the next book that I am now eagerly awaiting.

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