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CHAMELEON by Zoe Kalo – Review by Jenni Bishop

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ChameleonChameleon by Zoe Kalo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Chameleon by Zoe Kalo is a dark and eerie YA paranormal (or is it?) story. We are faced with the usual angst that YA’s go through plus each of them have very dark secrets. Please be aware that there are trigger issues such as mental health issues, rape, and psychological manipulation.

I found myself confused and I struggled to read some parts due to the way it was written and had to go back and re read them. The premise is good, but it felt like at times we needed a little more detail to make this story and the characters really shine and make this a great story. However, the mystery and suspense keep you wanting to know what is going on.

 

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Blood Mug (Red Farlow Mysteries Book 4) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Blood Mug (Red Farlow Mysteries: #4)Blood Mug by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blood Mug: Red Farlow Mysteries: by W.F. Ranew is the fourth book in the series and Red is back to unravel the next mystery. I was intrigued to see how it would all play out in this installment of the murder mystery. WF keeps all the secrets close to his chest and slowly reveals them like peeling back an onion, one tantalising layer at a time but not until the very end. I suggest starting with the first book, so you get a feel for the MC and who he is.

 

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Web of Humanity: A NovelThe Web of Humanity: A Novel by Maria Turchin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Maria Turchin’s The Web of Humanity: A Novel is an historical adventure story. The story has been inspired by real life events. The story will stay with you long after you have finished it. Maria has woven a story about one family through generations and the effects that WWII has taken them through. This complex historical fiction will keep you engaged and feeling all sorts of emotions.

 

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Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Southland Academy for Supernatural YouthSouthland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler is a teen fun paranormal mystery. The story is humorous, and the characters are a band of misfits that are quirky and don’t quite fit into their category of magic or specialty. This entertaining tale will leave you with all the feels in a good way. Mother and daughter have done a great job.

 

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An Unexpected Bonding (The Unexpected Trilogy Book 1) by Lilly Rayman – Review by Jenni Bishop

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An Unexpected Bonding: Book One of The Unexpected TrilogyAn Unexpected Bonding: Book One of The Unexpected Trilogy by Lilly Rayman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

An Unexpected Bonding: Book One of The Unexpected Trilogy by Lilly Rayman is a paranormal romance tale. It took me quite some time to become used to Lilly’s writing style. The story jumps back and forward in time and from person to person that was not at all clear. It is an original tale with Gods of Egyptian myths, vampires and shifters, and fairies. The story is rich in detail, but I found it hard to fully settle into the tale.

 

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family, #1)Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Walker Pride (The Walker Family Book 1) by Bernadette Marie is a contemporary western romance second chance story. It is a story that plays on your emotions. Mix in a strong and crazy southern family, romance and humour, mystery, and a sexy cowboy, secrets and enemies and you are set for an engaging read.

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The Way to Storey by L. B. Anne – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Way to StoreyThe Way to Storey by L.B. Anne
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

The Way to Storey by L.B. Anne is set to appeal to ages 9-12 who have a love of mystery and fantasies. The family dynamics are strong and full of love. I felt like there were a lot of unresolved questions and the ending felt a little rushed. With magic and mystery, love and family, secrets and friendships. Luella is fun and, on a journey, to find out just what Storey is.

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Apocalypse NOPE!! (Queerpocalypse) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Apocalypse NOPE!!Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann is a YA LGBT romantic comedy. This fun and entertaining read is Deidre’s modern retelling of the four horsemen of the apocalypse. This quirky paranormal tale is original in its telling, light-hearted and humorous. This one might just be my favourite of Deidre’s stories to date.

This strange tale will delight readers.

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Betrayal at the Beach (Dangerous Curves Book 1) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery (Dangerous Curves Book 1)Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

K.L. Montgomery’s Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the first book in the Dangerous Curves series. It is a YA story of a young amateur sleuth on a quest for answers. I am sure Nancy Drew fans will love this story. In true KL style the message in the story is about body positivity. This cozy mystery is a feel-good fun read.

 

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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Our Wicked LiesOur Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Our Wicked Lies: A gripping psychological thriller by Glede Browne Kabongo is a psychological thriller. The story started off a little slow, and I thought about giving up, but it picked up and became quite the page turner. With deception and mystery, intrigue, and murder, secrets and lies exposed. The story is told from multiple POV’s which gives the story that much more depth.

You discover your perfect family was not so perfect after all and on your quest to find the truth you stumble on a deadly path.

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Luminoso (The Luminara Series, Book 4) by SJ Molloy – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Luminoso (Luminara, #4)Luminoso by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Luminoso us the fourth book in The Luminara Series by SJ Molloy will have your emotions all over the place. The dark of the past rears its ugly head again just when things seemed to have settled. There is heartache and a deranged psychopath hellbent on revenge. This is the last book in the series and whilst it grabs at you and you want to keep the lights on there is also some aspects of the story that were a little too wordy for me.

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss #1)My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter is a YA story that many will connect with. My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter is a YA story that many will connect with. Things moved so quickly that it took a while for me to get into There is angst and drama, and I did struggle to connect with the main character Zoe. It is definitely an emotional roller coaster ride when one loses love so young but then finds a forbidden love. that it took a while for me to get into There is angst and drama, and I did struggle to connect with the main character Zoe. It is definitely an emotional roller coaster ride when one loses love so young but then finds a forbidden love.

 

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Myths & Legends: An Indie Love Anthology – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Myths & LegendsMyths & Legends by Laura Greenwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Myths & Legends: An Indie Love Anthology is seven original stories by seven wonderful authors which are based on myths and legends across time and genres but with a romantic theme. This interesting collection ranges from the paranormal and fantasy. forbidden love and second chances to crime and investigation. They are quick reads, but I would have loved they be longer versions.

From Egyptian and Greek myths, Arthurian legends and Robin Hood and Gods and Goddesses. With magic and paranormal creatures, drama and danger, dragons and shifters, what could make for a better read.

Carrie Austin Malone’s Dragon’s Heart was a standout for me. I love dragon’s and shifters and this one has them in spades. With a little of everything to keep you wanting more.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Jenni Bishop

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I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

I Will Bury You is a YA twisted psychological thriller story by Brandy Nacole. This story is full of deception and lies, suspense and mystery and more. I Will Bury You is fast paced and full of suspense from start to finish. I found myself having to back track and reread sections due to some editing issues. Overall, it didn’t detract from the story that much it just stilted the easy flow.

She is losing a fight with reality. Who is after her? Is she next to wind up dead? What is real and what isn’t? Who is that person looking back at her?

YA’s will love this story and will not want to put it down.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the sixth book in the Jake Wolf series, Key West Dead by Mark Nolan. Whenever I see a new book from Mark, I can’t wait to get my hands on it. I love, love, love Jake Wolf and Cody and the adventures or should I say misadventures that they find themselves in. As we know nothing ever goes the way you expect it to as we are giving little twisted gems that are thrown in to put you off track. Mark knows just when to add the humour and banter that goes on between Jake and his bestie Terrell and the other characters, they always make me laugh out loud. I always feel as if I have had a good work out after reading one of Mark’s books due to being constantly in a state of ready on the edge of my seat to jump up if needed and heart in mouth palpitations. On top of that we get an adventure on the seas and culinary tastes from around the Florida Keys.

Take it from me Mark Nolan is a must on anyone’s TBR list.

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On Viking Seas (The Forerunner, Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jenni Bishop

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On Viking Seas (Forerunner, Book #3)On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Series book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista is a historical fantasy story. Jay gives the reader a vivid and engaging look into the life of a Viking and his passion and knowledge flows through the words. It makes it so easy to believe you have been transported to this time and a day in the life of dangerous voyages and hardships, epic battles and sweet love, pain, and joy.

I did not realise that this is the third book in the series so found it a little hard in the beginning but soon realised that it was because I didn’t have the knowledge from the first two books. Having said that I soon settled in and did enjoy this book and will be going back to read from the beginning.

With shapeshifting witches and trolls, wyrms and dark elves, ghosts and a whole world of creatures and characters, you will be transported to another magical time and adventures that take us across Midgard and the 9 realms and more.

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Sure As Hell (Life Is Hell Book 4) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Sure As Hell (Life is Hell #4)Sure As Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Naomi Valkyrie has done it again with Sure As Hell in the Life Is Hell series. This is Book 4 and is just as good if not better than the others. I love this group of unlikely mismatches that have become a family. I love the easy way Naomi makes her writing feel relaxed and welcoming. She gives us times of humour and laughter, yet times of pain and sorrow, with love and anger. I have been with Naomi since the start of her writing and have never been disappointed.

I am not going to share the story as Naomi’s stories should be discovered and savoured like a new fine wine.

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Tapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Tapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and GunningTapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tapestry of Worlds is Part two of Hadley Thorne’s Running and Gunning post-apocalyptic shifter series. It is a supernatural Sci fi fantasy tale that will have you intrigued. The premise of this tale is original with a bit of everything that will draw the readers in, with magic and a Black Queen cyberterrorist, adventure and action, elite paramilitary shifters and corruption. If you didn’t start with Part one The White Raven Awakens you will want to go back to where it all started.

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Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Everything, SomewhereEverything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Everything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer is a YA story where coming of age story that is sometimes dark in its subject matter which could be disturbing for some readers. David is a young writer who started writing at a young age and is passionate about telling his stories. There is a lot going on and at times it was hard to keep track on who was who. I would have liked to see a little more character development but was still able to get a sense for what they should be.

In this book we follow three main characters who are teenagers learning their place in the world and pushing those limits. Not everything is sunshine and roses as they start trying to figure out who they are and how they fit in the world and they also look towards their futures. There are some life altering changes in store for them.

This is a thought-provoking story that I am sure a lot of YA’s will be able to relate to.

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Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Bovine TricksBovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay is a romantic suspense story. Agent Tillie Spencer finally gets her story. She is on a mission to find the missing royals. What ensues is an action packed and strange eye opening journey into a strange world that will have you on the edge. It is a fun read and in Seelie’s typical style with easy and cheeky banter and a little humour to get you through. A great start to a new series.

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Date Night by K.M. Lowe is a rom com and is a fun read. We all know you are supposed to love valentine’s day BUT for some it can be a day of hell. The story is an easy read that flows well but is a little predictable. The characters are likeable and will make you smile at the antics of our MC. Sparks fly when they let go of the past and open their hearts once again to the promise of love.

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall is a paranormal crime story. This gripping tale takes you on a tortuous journey that is full of mystery and intrigue and will have you on the edge of your seat. Jessica has very cleverly woven this tale of murder and mystery and mayhem that makes for a much compelling read. There are ghosts and deception, lies, and secrets and twists along the way make for a compelling read. Jessica is great at invoking emotions and the fear and tension are palpable. The intensity and the suspense of this tale will have you turning page after page with your heart in your throat.
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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

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RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book – Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance in the Billionaire Bodyguards series by one of my fav authors Via Mari. This is a contemporary romance with an edge that is intense and full of suspense and mystery. Via’s stories are always unpredictable and very well written with fantastic characters. She always keeps you on the edge and reveals things that you never see coming. There is sizzling chemistry that is hot sexy with a touch of dominance and submission from these elite security team of alpha men. Add in lots of danger, attitude and sass, a sex trafficking ring and you will be riveted, and engrossed and will keep the pages turning to see what happens.

Layla will do whatever it takes to get her sister back with her and make sure she is safe. Dereck tries to keep the spitfire out of trouble but even this could be too much for him.

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Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2)Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou is an enemy to lovers romance. With her rich and vivid descriptions, you are transported to picturesque Greece and Italy. I enjoyed the banter between the MC’s which made the story more fun. This book isn’t just a love story, it is also about family and the mystery they uncover.

Our MC’s are both broken & have traumas from their pasts that elicits trust issues. If they can get past that they may just have something good.

Effie once again slips in recipes which make your mouth water in anticipation.
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The Earl and the Peahen (The Scarlet Salon Book 5) by Jean Wilde – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Earl and the PeahenThe Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earl and the Peahen is Jean Wilde’s fifth book in the The Scarlet Salon series. It is a historical romance set in Regency times. I enjoyed the banter between the main characters which made it fun to read. The storyline is refreshing and original and had me laughing.

Jane is not like the rest of her family. She is not a beauty but rather plain. All she wants is a marriage of love. The Earl of Norwich wants a wife. Easy huh! Well you would have thought so.

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THE HUSBAND (21ST Century Courtesan #4) by Pamela DuMond writing as P. S. DuMond – Review by Jenni Bishop

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HUSBAND (21st Century Courtesan Book 4)HUSBAND by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

The Husband (21st Century Courtesan Book 4) by Pamela DuMond is darker than the other books and is full of deceit, and revenge… Pamela as tightened the threads, added more layers and complexities, and it is all coming to a tumultuous head. I love that you never know where she will take you. It is a multi-layered story line and there are lots of emotions. It is dangerous and mysterious, as it is sexy and suspenseful, as it is dramatic, and it is definitely captivating in its uniqueness. It is also hot and full of lust and love, and loyalty.

Evie had quite a harrowing childhood and one tragic event shattered her young life and affects her past and presence. She is an empath who uses it to help others and is much sought after for her specific talents. Unfortunately, it is not just the past that is catching up with her.

I am waiting with bated breath for the arrival of the final book from this wonderful storyteller.
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Seductive Prey (Relentless #1) by Vivian Fiano – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Seductive Prey (Relentless #1)Seductive Prey by Vivian Fiano
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seductive Prey is book one in The Relentless Trilogy by Vivian Fiano. This gripping story is full of action and suspense and is page turner. Vivian’s writing transports you into the story and the journey of the characters. But it is not all sunshine and roses she certainly puts the characters through many twists and turns and has you on the edge of your seat.

Jordan finds herself with unwanted attention and Grant a devoted police officer is determined to be the one to keep her safe and protect her with his life. The chemistry between these two is so palpable you can feel it. I am waiting with bated breath for the second book for more of Vivian’s writing and her wonderful characters.

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Try Right (Aloha Series book 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Try RightTry Right by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Try Right: A Friends to Lovers Romance is a quick read and is set in the stunning background of Hawaii in the 1960s. It is the story of Claudia, an actress, and Henry, a stuntman and is fun to watch their romance unfold.

This is Jill Brashear’s third installment in the Aloha series and is a fun and easy read. It is a sweet romance story where the characters from the previous books intertwine. You don’t have to read the other books in this series, but it does help to have the back story of the characters in this story.

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Revelations (Separate Worlds Book 1) by Izzibella Beau – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Revelations: Separate WorldsRevelations: Separate Worlds by Izzibella Beau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Revelations is Izzibella Beau’s first book in the Separate Worlds series. It is a YA paranormal tale that is vividly detailed and well written story captures you and you find yourself immersed in from the very start. Izzibella loves to tease us with her dramatic twists and turns that she weaves cleverly into her stories. A town full of the paranormal; shifters and vampires – Zach and Emily are not what they seem to be….. There is more to these two than meets the eye.

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The Luminara Series: Box Set – Volume 1 (Lussuria – L’amore – Lucca’s Lust) by SJ Molloy – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria - L'amore -Lucca's LustThe Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria – L’amore -Lucca’s Lust by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria – L’amore – Lucca’s Lust by SJ Molloy is delightfully dark and erotic. There are three books in this box set which is one of the reasons I love box sets is because you don’t have to wait for the next book. There are some stark themes in these stories with abuse, kidnapping and imprisonment which some readers may need to be aware of and be careful with. The first book starts out as little fluffy but as it goes on the writing gets stronger and more fulfilling. SJ’s descriptive writing gives us something that is gut wrenching, heart pumping and edge of the seat intense.

Together can they put the dark and harmful past behind and forge ahead into the light and sunshine of love and life?

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