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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Murder on oak streetMurder on oak street by I. M. Foster
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder on Oak Street is an historical mystery set in New York, 1904. I thought IM was a new author but soon realised that I have read many of her books which are historical time travel romances under her pseudonym.

Two murders two years a part could they be by the same person? Will the killer try again? Time is of the essence to try and find the killer before they strike again. That means that Daniel must reopen a case he worked on two years prior. Can he get the authorities to listen once and for all?

There is plenty of twists and turns, mystery, danger, murder, mayhem, angst, drama and suspense. All of that will keep you engaged and immersed in the story and the pages turning.

IM does a good job of incorporating the history of the time into the story.

I will leave it to you to read the book and discover what happens in this intriguing tale.

Grab a copy to give as a Christmas present.

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Malayeka is the third book in the wonderful The Heartstrings Series. I loved the first two books in this romantic comedy series. With different Cupids throughout the world, you would think that things go smoothly. Wrong! Unfortunately, not everything goes right even though they have the best intensions and an overly positive outlook on all things. This clean romantic tale is Malayeka’s story.

It’s easy to get lost in the story and you can’t help but fall in love with this quirky cupid. Laughing out loud as she tries to right her wrongs and waring families wielding shotguns.

Mala caused a major disaster two centuries ago with life lasting effects. Now she must try to set it right and this is where the adventure begins.

Can Mala finally fix and put to rest her error and find her redemption?

Make sure you grab a copy and settle in for an entertaining afternoon read.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by CB Samet – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raine Down is an urban fantasy tale that is full of action and adventure. An engaging tale that is the first book in the Shadow Guardians series and the first book I have read by this talented author.

With a hot FBI agent, sexy Valkyries, a secret battle. murder and mayhem, new realms, there is everything for all lovers of this genre.

CB has woven an interesting plot that is a smooth blending of threads to create a fast paced paranormal/supernatural story with exciting realms. The characters are well written, and the journey begins where FBI and Valkyrie meet and there is more at stake than the job. It is a gripping tale immersed with Norse mythology.

Raine Down is tense, and the suspense kept building as Raine, and Will chases an assassin who left a trail of bodies behind. If only the ending ended on the same note, I was a little disappointed, but I am excited to see what CB has in store for us next.

An ideal present for someone for Christmas.

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by C.B. Laurence
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Road to the Mansfield is the first compelling books in the Express Investigations Series. CB says it was inspired by the Reba McEntire video for ‘Because of You’ that was written by Kelly Clarkson. It does have a powerful meaning behind it. I can see why it inspired CB to write this book.

Three different stories three very different people but as the author says, “In one fateful night, their worlds collide in ways no one saw coming…”

The stories are centred around the Express Investigations detective agency and are all told in multiple POV’s. We get a much more rounded picture of the characters their background and how they got there. The author does this well.

This shrewdly crafted tale had me turning the pages. I had to know what was going on. Sleep is overrated. The well written characters are as engaging as the story itself. There are surprising twists and turns to keep you guessing all the way through.

I am not going to reveal anything else because this is one of those stories that you should go in without any preconceived ideas or information and discover it all for yourself.

The story doesn’t end it just sets us up for the next book that it is to be continued. I am most certainly looking forward to seeing how the worlds collide.

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National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review by Jenni Bishop

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National ParksNational Parks by Laikyn Meng
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beware: Makes sure to read the trigger warning before starting this book.

National Parks is a new adult second chance contemporary romance story. It is a story that is told across time and many beautiful and wonderous landscapes around the world. It is a story of heartbreak and longing, loneliness and want, heartache and hope. It is a story of survival no matter what the heart wants and where you end up.

A one-night stand, a stranger in a parking lot. Is that all they will ever be?

Phoebe was left heartbroken and is unable to forgive him for breaking it. All she needs is her camera and the world around her.

He is wandering around looking for his place in the world. There is one thing he does know and that is he doesn’t know how to fix things with the love of his life, but he knows they are meant to be together.

National Parks is an enjoyable read written by Laikyn Meng. The characters likeable.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was excited to see that TJ is a fellow Aussie and grabbed a copy asap.

Gunner is the third book of Hollins & Haring which I did not realise until I was three quarters of the way through. I will definitely be going back to read them but didn’t make a difference overall as it is a standalone.

This mystery thriller is set in beautiful state of Western Australia and London on the cusp of Coronavirus. The characters are interesting, and you will be invested in their stories. It is an emotional tale with a little bit humour, where you want to help in any way you can.

Debbie’s mum is fighting for her life and breaking her heart. She wants her family to be together, but a quarantine means that is impossible.

Hollins decides to tell his story but telling his story is raw and reveals his sorry a*$e to his flaws and all. Exposing himself once again to his past torments him and opens old wounds. But will it help him start to heal?

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

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

It’s always a no brainer to grab KG’s books. I absolutely love her stories.

Faultless Love is the first book in this exciting new series, The Bennetts of Langston Falls. Even though it is the first book it is a standalone book. This beautiful small-town tale will have you believing in love and wanting to move to Langston Falls.

It was so easy to relate to this story and the characters as I went through the same thing. He takes the fall for someone else whilst she sits at home waiting.

He wants nothing more than to be with the one he loves. Can release himself from the self-imposed cage he has created to allow himself to love again? Will she want to be with a convicted felon? How can she even look at him?

She never doubted him or their love for a minute. Waiting was never an option for her. He is a changed man but still the one she loves. Now if she could just get him to see what she sees.

This steamy second chance romance has everything you want in a romance story that breaks and melts your heart.

Need a Christmas present look no further.

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After She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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After She Became a LadyAfter She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

After She Became a Lady is an historical romance story. Wareeze stories are told in the distinctive style of descriptive language for the period, which makes the story flow slowly whilst trying to get the hang of it. The writing is very descriptive, and perhaps too much so at times often leaving me wondering the point of its intent. There are lots of loose ends and unanswered questions and it seemed that others were just glossed over leaving the reader to guess what may have happened.

This poor young woman recently married is thrust into a life of loneliness as her husband is called off to war not long after. It is the events she endures whilst he is away that leave her in a place where terrifying events are taking place, wondering what is hidden in the shadows, distrust, hostility and more. Laurel was a contradiction whilst she was strong in some ways she wasn’t in others. I would have liked to have seen her have a voicing her opinions rather letting things go to keep the peace.

What happens when her husband returns from war? Will he be the same? Will he believe the lives of others? Will they uncover the truth? Will she be cast aside and made to be the unstable one? Can she make him see just who his twin really is?

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Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts Series Book 2) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts, #2)Kiss Away Your Pain by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

OMG my latest book boyfriend. I am in love.

Kiss Away Your Pain is a beautiful friends to lovers contemporary romance tale that will melt your heart. It is the second book in the wonderful Wounded Hearts series. I loved the first book, and I loved this one just as much if not more.

This emotional slow burn story has a twist that Debbie wove into the story that I did not see coming. She writes emotionally raw feelings that make the characters realistic with flaws and all making them so easy to relate to and become invested in them. You may want to have the tissues nearby because you will become teary eyed. BUT there is also humour.

He doesn’t do relationships. She is trying to move on from heartbreaking loss. Can they overcome issues from their past to make their way to a HEA?

I look forward to more of this compelling series. Why not grab a copy to give as a Christmas gift.

 

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Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Super EnemiesSuper Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when a day at the beach does not go as planned? Well grab a copy of Super Enemies by Lois to find out.

A superhero, castle, mortal enemies and an ingenious super villain who have starring roles in this children’s tale where brother and sister are pit against each other. Neither of them is willing to back down. Could it be that they are destined to be enemies for life. Will the bonds of siblings win out in the end, and will this make them stronger together than before?

This story made me chuckle as I remember my grandbabies antics. One in particular loves to torment his brother. The little rascal laughs and watches his parents as he does it.

The colourful illustrations help the story along. Aged for children 4 – 8 years old.

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Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC Book 1) by D.M. Earl – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Tink (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book One)Tink by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

I love that the Devil’s Handmaidens MC is a multi-author world focusing on an all-badass female MC with various chapters and locations and glad that DM is a part of it.

Tink is told by DM Earl and is a story full of emotions, pain and sorrow, heartbreak and tormented souls. But for all that, these girls know how to kicka*$e. They will stop at nothing to stop those involved with the inhuman world of trafficking.

She is overwhelmed and has the weight of the world on her shoulders. He is looking for a fresh start and a certain fiery leader of an MC has caught his eye. Will her past keep them apart or will it bring them closer together?

What happens when the angel of death finally catches up to you? Will he be able to keep her safe.

There is plenty of tension and danger, angst and heartache, emotions and drama, hope and fear that kept me completely invested and wanting more.

I love DM’s work and I am gunning to read the other books by the authors involved.

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I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Jenni Bishop

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OH boy, my heart aches. I want to wrap Austin up and take him away. Austin is thrust back into life and the job he loves whilst his heart is still in pieces two thousand miles away. This time he must decide what’s more important the dream he has so longed for or the one thing that no completes him.

Casey has flitted from one party to another, one man to another, one job to another but when her heart is on the line, she wants to do better and even if that means she has to leave the choice to another.

I Love You Today is the exciting sequel in this delightful contemporary romance The Trading Hearts Trilogy. It I just as raw and emotional as the first book and I am glad that I didn’t have to wait too long between books.

This sweet steamy, passionate tale is wonderfully written. The characters are masterfully written and make your heart flutter. Just like the first book this tale is complex yet beautifully woven together to give the reader a heart melting story that will stay with them.

I am trying to be patient and wait for the conclusion of this Trilogy if it is like the first two it will be explosive.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas is a blend of fantasy history and Celtic mythology and is another great addition to the series. It is a story that will have your emotions all over the place and will have you laughing and crying. This book can be read as a standalone, as most of them can, but I would read them in order.

Maelan is a man of honour and code, but sometimes his granddaughter, Orlagh could drive him to drink. How far would he go to protect the one thing he loves in his life?

Orlagh is stubborn and bull-headed and often rebels against her grandfather. She wants what she wants and what she wants is the young man she has fallen in love with, be damned the consequences.

This is a world where there is magic and Fae and is wonderfully written to make it a magical read.

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls, #2)Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Painter of the Damned is the second book after the compelling The Prisoner of Paradise in the Painted Souls series. Our characters find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse only to be ensnared by a powerful and secret Order who will stop at nothing until they get what they want.

This unique historical thriller with its multi layered plot and cleverly entwined threads form a historical thriller like no other except its predecessor. It is rich in history and is a smooth blend of fantasy and magical realism as Robs narrative takes us amongst the beauty and darkness of Venice once again transporting the reader.

With corruption, conspiracies, danger lurking, palpable suspense, immense tension and twisty turns it is a page turner that you can immense yourself in and become lost to another time and place.

If you are a lover of historical thrillers and the wonders Outlander you are going to love this series hands down.

Waiting in anticipation of what Rob brings us next.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Crossbow Christmas tells the story of a woman who is lonely and sad and was ill and somewhere along the way lost who she really is. She contemplates her life and how she got to where she is.

It is a tale that I think a lot of people will relate to. Who are when the kids are grown? Who are you when you have been married for so long? Who are you when you have always been the care giver? Who are you when you feel lost and don’t know who you are anymore? Who are you when you feel like others are moving on, but you are standing still?

Carina ponders those same questions and sometimes the road to finding the answers to those questions is a frightening place to look. Some time away, some time to herself, some time in a different place may just be what she needs to find herself and her Christmas miracle.

It is an emotional read but a good read.

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Not long till Christmas now and this charming tale is just the way to get the Christmas spirit flowing. It is Barbara’s debut book and an enjoyable read it is.

The Perfect Mrs. Claus is a sweet romance tale where the couple are more mature. It was nice to see to lonely hearts who have lived life not beating around the bushes which only comes from maturity. Howardson’s Emporium is where the magic happens people from all walks of life come to see the wonders of Christmas and the one place you can find Mrs Claus.

This heartfelt and heart-warming tale gives you all the feels. It is a magical tale to get lost in and enjoy what it represents.

Grab a copy a hot chocolate and a warm blanket and snuggle up to enjoy.

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Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Hot for Teacher - Shakespeare Made Us Fall in LoveHot for Teacher – Shakespeare Made Us Fall in Love by Felicia Carparelli
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Hot for Teacher is a second chance romance. Is it Felicia’s take on a modern-day Romeo and Juliet retelling? You will just have to read it to find out. The characters are a little older than the norm (which I like to see) and the female lead is 10 years older than the man. I like that age is not a factor. I liked that the characters have real life experience with relationships and know what they want. The characters are sweet and likable.

The story is told in dual POV, which I love and there was some good old-fashioned wooing and humour to help the story along. I would have liked just a few more of the key elements for a great romance. The premise of the story was good, but I wanted just a little more as it was a little slow going at times.

What do you find when you take a class on Shakespeare?

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Mafia Elite is one of my all-time favourite series so when I saw this book by Amy, I grabbed it and dove right in. This book tells the story of the Mafia Princesses who had the unfortunate fate of being born into elite Mafia families. Where their lives are already mapped out before them, where secrets are paved, and revenge is ripe and arranged marriages are given and ruthlessness is the norm.

The prequel is captivating, and it is a great insight into the lives of characters when they were younger that we have seen throughout the Mafia Elite series. This intriguing and gripping new book is full of drama, mystery, intrigue and danger, with plenty of heart pounding moments. I was on the edge of my seat whilst devouring page after page of this engrossing read.

Now that I have devoured the prequel I am going to go back and reread the amazing original series.

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Christmas to Remember is a wonderful collection of Christmas romance stories by some great authors and what better way to start the coming season. These stories will melt your heart and leave you wanting more. It is not always smooth sailing, but the angst and tensions add to the stories.

MISTLETOE MEMORIES by Bernadette Marie is a lovely story of rivals coming together to defeat those that are trying to destroy their chances of winning. Will their past get in the way or will they be able to overcome it and win more than a contest?

COPPER PENNY CHRISTMAS by Ann Swann is full of surprises. Some surprises are better than other but this was not at all what Randi thought would happen it was the opposite in fact. However, mistake or not she now finds that some surprises were worth it.

FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS by Amy L. Gale is a sweet tale. When a big-city businessman comes to town the small community is in an uproar. When he makes a deal with one of the business owners never did he imagine that a deal could be so sweet.

THE MRS. CLAUSE by S.J. Reisner finds a woman who is desperate. Desperate enough to look to the past. That is until someone so wrong is the same one who is so right. Can Santa’s magic give her all she needs to beat the clause in time?

A ROCKY MOUNTAIN ROMANCE by Jessica Mehring sees a woman trying to pick up the pieces of her life that is now in tatters and find a way to move on. Finding a man certainly was not on the cards especially on who love this small town.

MERRY MIX-UPS by Emily Bybee is a sweet story where one man’s morals may stop him from having the best thing to ever happen to him. Can he let go and embrace all that can be?

CHRISTMAS PIZZO by Emersyn Kane is a heart melting story of forbidden love. Two warring factions that threatened to keep love a part. Will our love-struck couple be able to find a way to be together. They say the way to love is never easy.

This anthology should be added to your TBR list or given as a gift for Christmas.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A turkey, Thanksgiving, the president and a Turkey Pardon Park what more could you need to make an interesting tale. It would be interesting to see how Lois comes up with her cute and quirky stories and characters.

We are once again taken on another imaginative adventure in this one a turkey wants more out of his life. Now he just has to convince others that he is worth a pardon.

With bright colourful drawings it is easy to get children involved and interested in the outcome of the tale.

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The Dwarves’ Dilemma (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Dwarves' Dilemma, TheDwarves’ Dilemma, The by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Dwarves’ Dilemma is Lois’s twist on the fairy-tale of Snow White. With dragons and dwarves, queens and yes, a mirror and Snow White there is something to delight all kids. It is colourful and well written that kids just fall in love with the tale whether or not they understand the science or meaning behind them. My grandbabies did. So, grab your little or littler people and dig in.

It is a science class in a book with colourful illustrations to aid in the teaching. Lois has a knack for Science Folktales.

What does Snow White find? How will the Queen handle the Dwarves’ dilemma?

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Dream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Dream-ShifterDream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dream-Shifter is a unique and original tale aimed at those aged 7 to 12. This different tale follows a young girl Gwendolyn who is a dream-shifter, becoming the character that she dreams about.

Waking as her dream character causes all sorts of problems especially when it is hunting season. It is a dangerous time and one that she can’t avoid if she can’t become herself once again.

A magician, magic and a magical book maybe her only saviours.

Follow along as Gwendolyn learns about survival and herself along the way.

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Glass Houses by Sinister Styx – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Glass HousesGlass Houses by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Trigger warning – This story portrays an unhealthy relationship spiral resulting in domestic violence and is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

This is a dark fantasy tale where jealousy starts a spiral that you cannot come back from. Sorrow, fear, pain, curses and manipulation are only some of what you get in this sordid tale. It is a very very short tale only 20 pages, but boy does it surprise you. Dark twists you will not see coming.

What was supposed to be love turned out to be anything but. How do you survive when you were the one that started it all because of revenge? How do you get away from the monster that cages you for eternity? Life will never be the same again. What do you do when you no longer recognise the person you have become?

Revenge has never tasted so sweet, or does it?

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The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Jenni Bishop

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

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch is an unusual yet unique and captivating modern western with a blend of realism and fantasy. This romance story is told by going back and forth from the past and present and told by different POV’s.

Thorn Ranch a million-acre ranch holds unimaginable beauty with an almost reverence to it and a secret as old as time, as ancient as the land around them. The People, a hidden tribe in the caves on the ranch. There is power and an almost mystical feel to the land they inhabit.

The story explores a captivating world of family, alternative ways, way of life, soul searching and self-reflection for two of the ranches most resilient female heiresses in this harsh yet picturesque setting.

It has everything from tension, revenge, danger, mystery, lots of suspense, romance and adventure. The book does start out slowly but soon picks up and before you know it you are lost.

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The Rom Com Movie Club (The Rom Com Movie Club Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Rom Com Movie Club - Book OneThe Rom Com Movie Club – Book One by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Rom Com Movie Club. Just the name inspires fun and good feelings. I wonder when I should start my own club. Bernadette has of course hit the nail on the head with this new delightful Rom Com series. It is so easy to get lost in this tale and before you know it you have come to the end.

It is also told in dual POV which is my favourite way to tell a story. There is insta love but it’s done so well that it doesn’t matter in this story when you know you know not that it bothers me anyway but just saying. Opposites definitely attract in this tale.

When he sees her in the delightful facial mask and pretty polish on her toes, he realises she is the one for him and the fun begins.

I was worried about her best friend I mean who thinks she is out to ruin her wedding just because she has found a man. Ok so he is her brother-in-law to be but seriously! Really, I did want to smack her for a minute or two.

I am excited to see where this series goes. I anticipate more fun, a lot steamy and some clever wit.

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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets Book 1) by R. L. S. Hoff – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets #1)The Sacrifice by R.L.S. Hoff
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 stars

The Sacrifice is the first book in this YA fantasy series, Dragonpets. R.L.S. has written for a targeted audience of young adults though sometimes, it felt that the story was for an even younger audience, older teenagers.

The plot is an interesting idea and has a potential to be so much more. The characters could be fleshed out/developed a little more giving us more of an understanding of who they are and where they come from. With more depth to them as people/creatures making them easier to relate to. The world building also needs to be explored/developed more. All in all, there were a lot of unanswered questions for me as a reader.

The expectation for some intensity, suspense or even some intrigue never came made it hard to remain fully focused and present with what was going on. As this is the first book in the series, I am hopeful this will happen. It may just be my age that I could not fully relate to or immerse myself in the story.

If you are a YA and love Dragons and magical creatures give this one a go.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited when I saw Naomi had a new book out and couldn’t wait to get started. The Final Bite is a paranormal fantasy romance story. Her stories just keep getting better and better and like I say with each book this is my favourite so far.

Naomi’s is a talented writer where her word skills, along with her wonderful characters that she brings to life are original and delightful. Her attention to details and world building is richly vivid and easily imagined. I love that you never know what you are going to get from Naomi and her out of the norm storytelling.

I read this in one sitting as it was so good and I just could not put it down. I can’t wait to see where Naomi takes us next.

If you love good out of the norm paranormal romances then definitely check this out.

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Shadow Patterns of Melt by J. R. P. Fogg – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Shadow Patterns of Melt - Book OneShadow Patterns of Melt – Book One by J. R. P. Fogg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Shadow Patterns of Melt is the first book in this original sci fi action adventure series. It is a story about being determined about what you want. About wanting to live your life your way and be free to do so with the one you love, about being independent. It is an unusual story with action, time travel, wormholes, interstellar travel, and opera.

The characters are well written, strong, passionate, and likable and them along with the world that JRP has created is easily imagined.

This story is vastly different to another book Soliloquy I just finished reading by this author which shows the diversity of her writing abilities and creative mind.

I wonder where she will take us next.

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More Than by Diane Barnes – Review by Jenni Bishop

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More ThanMore Than by Diane Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

More than is the first book I have read by this author and I was pleasantly surprised. It is a story about finding yourself once again after a terrible tragedy and becoming a single parent and overcoming the grief. I think most woman who have kids can relate to this story in some ways.

Peggy lost her way after losing her husband. She put her life on hold to raise two young children but at times it felt like she was having a pity party always finding fault with everyone else instead of looking inwards.

On the other hand, she finally pulled herself out of herself inflicted exile and became a stronger version of what could have been all along had she seen what could be. We get to see her metamorphous from down and out and grumpy caterpillar to a learning to love life again beautiful butterfly and this is where the fun begins. There is a lot of bluffing, huffing and puffing going on but it was fun to read and the way Peggy goes about things will have you entertained.

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Dia's LureDia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dia’s Lure is the third unique book in the A Solstice Quartet. Make sure you read the books in order so you know what has happened before. This is an emotional paranormal fantasy romance where the characters are broken that is until they find those that make them more than. More than they thought. More than worthy. These beautiful and magical characters have been through so much and will have your heart aching for them.

This delightful tale has everything to keep you glued to the pages and make you fall in love with the characters. There is trauma but hope, guilt yet humour, mystery with magic, fears and danger, heartbreak and angst, shifters and so much more. Catherine has a way with words that is able to paint an enchanting and vivid picture that is easily imagined.

I can’t wait for the next instalment.

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