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Dares & Dice (Spicetopia #5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Jenni Bishop

Dares & Dice (Spicetopia Book 5)Dares & Dice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dares & Dice (Spicetopia Book 5) by Phoebe Alexander is another fun and sexy story in the series. Reading the stories in order is a must as each book has crossovers in characters. Phoebe is the Queen of hot and steamy and completely outside the box when it comes to romance, I love it and Spicetopia is just the place to get it. So what happens when an unexpected Bachelorette and her best decides the party is to be in the one place where spice is the name of the game,,, When they come across a Bachelor party events take an unexpected turn and lives are turned upside down. This story will have you laughing out loud and enjoying the banter between the characters. Another well written addition.

 

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Curse of Seduction (Dark Princes of Purgatory Book 1) by CR Robertson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Curse of SeductionCurse of Seduction by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Curse of Seduction (Dark Princes of Purgatory Book 1) by CR Robertson is a fantastic paranormal story that had me engrossed in it from start to finish. If a paranormal story is done right and you can’t put it down because all you want to do is stay immersed in the story, then it means it was done right and CR did an amazing job. With magic and many different magical creatures, like succubus and incubus, witches and elves, lycan and vampires and more then you have a story that is easy to stay lost in. I was able to vividly picture every character and CR’s world building and wordsmithing allowed my imagination to go wild. It is seduction at its best and if this is purgatory sign me up.

Ilana has always been different but it is not until she meets the one in her fantasies that she finally starts to see what has been suppressed all these years.

Zek is unsure what to make of the strange creature before him. All he knows is she is not what she seems and somehow she may be the one to break the curse. Little did he know she may be more than anyone may realise.

I certainly look forward to the next books in the series and hope they are available now.

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Summer’s Stolen (Seasons of Magic Book 2) by Sarah Biglow – Review by Jenni Bishop

Summer's Stolen (A Seasons of Magic urban Fantasy Novel)Summer’s Stolen by Sarah Biglow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Summer’s Stolen: (An Urban Fantasy Novel) (Seasons of Magic Book 2) by Sarah Biglow is a great fantasy paranormal story that is easy to become part of the story. It will have you on the end of your seat and your heart racing as they once again race against time to find missing children. Make sure you read the first book before you read this one, which is just as good as this one. This story pretty much takes off where the last one left off and where our favourite Detective, the Saviour, is once again caught up good versus evil and magic is everywhere. With magic and mystery what could be better to keep you engaged and turning pages. I very much look forward to the next one.

 

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A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore – Review by Jenni Bishop

A Book Signing To Die ForA Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore is not her normal mystery story it is a fast paced cozy murder mystery. Judy has written the story that throws you of course, just when you think you are getting to the “whodunnit”. There are twists and turns, thrills and spills, danger and lies, and definitely keeps you guessing. The characters are likable and realistic and the world in which Judy paints is so vivid you can clearly see it. I loved Lizzy’s grandma, she is such a hoot, sassy and independent woman who knows her own mind. It is a great read to get lost in and I can’t wait to see what Judy brings us next.

 

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Grace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Grace's GhostsGrace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson Peterson is a fast paced paranormal story for older kids about 10 – 12ish but having said that I enjoyed it. Stephenie has given us an original story where there are magic, ghosts, secrets and curses and a best friend who is a cat. It is fun, witty and spooky and thoroughly enjoyable, as we take a twisty journey along with Grace as she works with her ghostly cohorts to get to the root of the problem in town.

 

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Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Jenni Bishop

Swallowed by a SecretSwallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman is her debut book and the story of a young boy who has lost his father but all may not be as it seems. The story is engaging and deals with sensitive issues which Risa has done well. This tale evoked emotions from laughter to tears as we struggle along the way and go on this adventure with Rocky and his friend as they look into the mystery of his father’s disappearance. Even though the story is aimed at a younger audience I still found myself invested in the outcome.

 

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Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Jenni Bishop

Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2)Another Yesterday by Angela Christina Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer heartfelt story that is told by several POV’s. The story jumps back and forth as one or the other tells their story, mother and daughter but years apart. It is easy to fall in love with and get lost in the characters and the world Angela has created.

A young mum finds a home in a small town away from everyone and starts to build a life for herself and her daughter.

Years later Rachel finds her life falling apart as the man who promised forever broke everything. She soon finds herself back in the small town she left many years ago trying to put her life back together. She also finds that there are many secrets that she never saw coming.

 

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Bottomed Out (Moto X Series Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Jenni Bishop

Bottomed Out (Moto X Book 4)Bottomed Out by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bottomed Out (Moto X Book 4) by Brooke May is a romance story and one of my favourites by her. Brooke is able to write a story with emotions in just the right way that always leaves you wanting more. This one is both a little heartbreaking and heartwarming. There is a twist that certainly makes things interesting.

Jax is a sweetie but he is dealing with a disability that makes him feel like he isn’t the man he used to be but his emotions are all over the place when a certain woman walks into his life and an overprotective brother .

I can’t wait to see what will come next from Brooke.

 

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Jenni Bishop

DeletedDeleted by Ruth Mitchell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deleted by Ruth Mitchell is a YA sci-fi story with a fast moving plot and has you wondering if the future could behold truths which Ruth has written about. It is definitely a story that gets you thinking along with lots of questions about technology today and what it could mean for the future. I was intrigued with the story and Ruth’s world building. I was a bit thrown at first with the way the narrative changed between characters but once I worked it out I settled in for the adventure. With suspense and mystery, danger and drama and with everything from darkness to lightness it is a little twisty, thrilling and surprising read.

Lucy finds herself in a race against time to stop a hacker who is able to delete memories and change and rewrite their history.

I am looking forward to seeing what Ruth will bring us next.

 

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Forgotten Chance: Book Three (The Forgotten Trilogy) by Virginia Wine – Review by Jenni Bishop

Forgotten Chance: Book Three (Forgotten Trilogy)Forgotten Chance: Book Three by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forgotten Chance: Book Three (Forgotten Trilogy) by Virginia Wine is a romantic suspense and the end of the story and the best of the books so far in this trilogy. You need to start with the first book and work your way through. This last book is a culmination of everything going on with Nathan and Bryer and the evil of their past that they have been trying to put to bed but just keeps raising its ugly head. Will Nathan and Bryer hang on to their love or will Cash ruin their chances of a happily ever after? Virginia keeps you on the edge of your seat as you try to figure out what’s around the next corner.

 

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Jenni Bishop

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Book 1) by Lou Grimes is a YA paranormal story that has a bit of everything. The story is so vivid that it takes you away from everything and draws you into the world of shifters. I love a good paranormal story and this fit the bill nicely with murder and mystery, drama and suspense, action and adventure, the paranormal, shifters/werewolves, self-discovery, family, friendship, romance and more. I enjoyed the characters and found myself laughing at their banter. The story and the characters were well written about romance, friendships and family. There is so much more story to be told and I can’t wait to get my hands on the second book.

 

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Tangled Fates (Tangled Magic Series: Book 2) by Denise D. Young – Review by Jenni Bishop

Tangled Fates (Tangled Magic #2)Tangled Fates by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tangled Fates (Tangled Magic Book 2) by Denise D. Young is a great paranormal story that definitely drew me in. The story is filled with witches and shifters, magic and prophecy, portals and realms, evil and danger, drama and romance. It is a short story which is fast paced and an easy read. The intrigue kept me glued to the story which I finished in one sitting. I have not read the first book in the series but that didn’t pose a problem, I will be going back to read it and probably reread this one. I am curious to see what will come next.

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Spring’s Calling: A Seasons of Magic Urban Fantasy Novel by Sarah Biglow – Review by Jenni Bishop

Spring's Calling (Seasons of Magic, #1)Spring’s Calling by Sarah Biglow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spring’s Calling: (A Seasons of Magic Urban Fantasy Novel) by Sarah Biglow is an Urban Fantasy full of crime and intrigue and magic. I read it in one sitting as I was so engrossed but it is not a long story anyway. Ezri Trenton is the fated and is a kickarse feisty female and has been preparing all her life for what is to come. She will have to call upon those she cast aside to stop the evil trying to take over. I thoroughly enjoyed the world that Sarah has created and look forward to reading the next book.

 

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Love the Way You Dance by Allison M. Boot – Review by Jenni Bishop

Love the Way You DanceLove the Way You Dance by Allison M Boot
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love the Way You Dance by Allison M. Boot is a sweet story where the MC has a disability and is adopted by the King and Queen of the realm. It is a YA fantasy with magic and evil trolls. Allison gives us a story with a message of self acceptance and living with who you are. It is well written and there are lessons for everyone no matter who you are. This story is a beautiful and easy read.

 

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Night Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 1) by India Kells – Review by Jenni Bishop

Night JusticeNight Justice by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Night Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 1) by India Kells is a romance story full of danger and intrigue and it is a great start to this new series. I must admit that I have not found anything I have read by India that I have not liked. Be warned before you start that it is so engrossing it is hard to put down. If you are anything like me you will read it all in one sitting and be up till all hours. You will find there is a crossover of characters and old friends. The mystery and suspense is palpable as we race through time into the drama and tension.

The next one can’t come fast enough.

 

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Eat Me (Mayim Merman Book 1) by Amber Dark – Review by Jenni Bishop

Eat Me (Mayim Merman series Book 1)Eat Me by Amber Dark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eat Me: Mayim Merman Book 1 by Amber Dark is a sweet and fun, hot and sexy story. It is a quick and easy read, so grab a drink and settle in for an afternoon with a steamy alpha. The story sends a message that you can be ok and your sexy self after a break up. The alpha in this story certainly had no problems indulging and showing women that they are worthy. Amber has not written a romance but shows there is nothing wrong with a casual hookup.

 

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And The River Runs Deep: The Cold Case Murder Mystery of Leah Marcus by A.J. Ullman – Review by Jenni Bishop

And The River Runs Deep: The Cold Case Murder Mystery of Leah MarcusAnd The River Runs Deep: The Cold Case Murder Mystery of Leah Marcus by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

And The River Runs Deep: The Cold Case Murder Mystery of Leah Marcus by A.J. Ullman is a fictional True Crime story. It has been cleverly crafted, that it reads as a True Crime novel. To say I love True Crime is an understatement, I am addicted to it and AJ’s writing did it justice. 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.

This is a must on everyone’s TBR list and I look forward to reading more from this author.

 

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Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book 2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Drummer's Beat (Satan's Devils MC, #2)Drummer’s Beat by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manda Mellett can do no wrong when it comes to writing about MC’s. She gives us wonderful characters, suspense, action, romance and the best ride of our lives. This book is the second in the series and continues on from the first so I suggest you read them all in order.

Drummer is the boss, he is the head of the MC and he will always do what is best for his club, his family and anyone that is under their protection. However he doesn’t need a woman, the club has enough of those to meet his needs. But everything is about to change when he comes across a woman stranded and with a tale that no one believes.

Sam is looking for her past, the one person who can give her the answers she desires, or so she thought.

You can never go wrong with Manda and the Satan’s Devils

 

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Turning Wheels (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book 1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Turning Wheels (Satan's Devils MC, #1)Turning Wheels by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Turning Wheels is the start of the series that I absolutely love. Manda’s writing is so vivid that you get lost in the story and fall in love with each of the big bad alpha bikers. Brilliant and not to be missed.

Sophie is still reeling from the wounds inflicted from helping her best friend when she is once again put in the cross fire of a dangerous and completely insane past. When unexpected help turns up she is not sure if she is trading one bad situation for another. What she comes to realise is this group of people will do anything they see as theirs to keep them safe.

Wraith is the VP and he has no time for women other than to take the edge off but when a broken creature comes into his world she brings out the protective streak in him.

 

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Targeting Dart (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book 4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Targeting Dart (Satan's Devils MC, #4)Targeting Dart by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Targeting Dart is the fourth book in the series and it gets your heart pumping. I cant find enough words to compliment Manda and her inborn writing talent. She is very clever and weaves so many threads while keeping all together with so many characters that you absolutely love.

Dart takes one look at the tiny creature who just walked in and could not believe his eyes but when she takes control and let go, she is magical, she is all consuming. When things go pear shaped he can not believe what kind of monster could do such things and vows there and then his last days on earth are guaranteed.

Alex knows she is no looker but she knows her craft and her craft is spellbinding. However when her past finally catches up to her she is left for dead and can only hope that the MC find her before it is too late.

These books must be read in order.

 

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Slick Running (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book 3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Slick Running (Satan's Devils MC, #3)Slick Running by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Slick Running by Manda Mellett is a five star read that will leave you yearning more each and every time. This is book three in the Satan’s Devils MC series and is a powerful and emotional rollercoaster.

Ella decides to help the Satan’s Devils but she never could have imagined the price she had to pay. How do you tell the one person you can’t get out of your head, who you are sure will never want you after he learns the truth, what happened?

Slick thought he had found what he was looking for but that was never real, however when he finally learns the truth he can’t believe how stupid he was and just what was at stake.

 

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Heart Broken (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book 5) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Heart Broken (Satan's Devils MC, #5)Heart Broken by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OMG, WOW, just wow. This is the most beautifully heart wrenching, heart breaking and emotional read I have read in a long long time. I am not going to give you any details of the book as it is one that you need to read for yourself.

Heart Broken is the most apt name for the story that Manda has given us. I still come to tears when I think about it hours, months later after finishing it.

 

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Not So Far (Love Grows Series Book 3) by Renee Regent – Review by Jenni Bishop

Not So Far (Love Grows series, Book 3)Not So Far by Renee Regent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Not So Far (Love Grows series, Book 3) by Renee Regent is a second chance romance story. I suggest reading the books in order to get the full back story etc on the characters that Renee writes so well. It is a bit of an emotional read but there is lots that has happened. Renee has given us another wonderful read and you will not be disappointed and I can’t wait to see what she gives us next.

Audrey and Silas had true love, or so she thought. Now he is back in town and her feelings are just as strong but there is so much water under the bridge, so much anger, so much pain, so much lost, so many secrets.

 

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Forgotten Promise Book two: The Forgotten Trilogy by Virginia Wine – Review by Jenni Bishop

Forgotten Promise (Forgotten #2)Forgotten Promise by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forgotten Promise Book two: The Forgotten Trilogy by Virginia Wine continues Bryer and Nathan’s love story, so I suggest reading the first book first. Once again I find myself torn as to the rating as I did with the first book and the characters. I was still not able to fully gel with them and wanted to strangle them both and maybe do away with Cash, sorry not sorry! The story is fast paced and Virginia’s writing style is interesting and keeps you in suspense of what is to come.

Bryer and Nathan seem to have it all and finally seem settled. That is until Bryer’s past comes back with a vengeance. Cash wants her back and will stop at nothing and I mean nothing to get her back but he never expected a fight on his hands. Will Bryer choose Nathan or Cash?

Virginia once again left us with a cliffhanger right at the very end so I can’t wait to see where she takes us.

3.5 – 4 stars

 

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Hansel & Gretel (Down the Rabbit Hole) Anthology – Review by Jenni Bishop

Hansel & Gretel: Down the Rabbit HoleHansel & Gretel: Down the Rabbit Hole by Autumn Sand
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hansel & Gretel: Down the Rabbit Hole is an anthology of stories from 7 different authors who each give their own unique twists and interpretations of the classic tale, Hansel & Gretel. 7 Authors, 7 Stories. Each one brings raw and emotional responses such as horror and fear, danger and lies. Each one is as different as the next.

The Witch in the Woods by Amy Allen – Morgause is sent into the human realm with twins, based on orders but she soon realises that what she had been told was all a lie and is full of deceit.

The Surface by CeeCee Elaine – Is about people going underground due to a virus and not all things are as they seem.

The Reaper Within by Jess Bagnall – A young boy has been shunned his whole life becomes a hunter in which he hunts the monsters but who is the true monster.

Shadows that Move by Lorah Jaiyn – is a world in which nobody believes what they can’t see and what they can’t see makes you crazy.

Hazel & Gretchen by Erin Lee – When parents decide it’s time for a holiday they leave their kids behind but where exactly did they leave them?

The Dragon and the Phoenix by Rachel Pudsey – Will the prophecy come true where the Dragon and Phoenix rule?

The Sweetest Day by Debra Parmley – The things we do to ensure we won’t be eaten by witches.

There is romance and fantasy, horrors and lies, fae and kings and so much more. No two stories are the same. Beware not all are as they seem……

 

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Hero High: Figure In The Flames by Mina Chara – Review by Jenni Bishop

Figure in the Flames (Hero High, #1-3)Figure in the Flames by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hero High: Figure In The Flames by Mina Chara is the first three books in this Young Adult fantasy series.

Denial (Hero High Book 1) is fast paced and a lot happens as we follow along with the students, future heroes and past heroes who also happen to be a television reality show as well. Friday sets out to be a hero but lives in the background, but she unwittingly finds herself in the thick of things as the story unravels.

Anger (Hero High Book w) picks up where the first book left off. Where a lot happens as the students learn more about themselves and what they can do and adjust to life as a hero and being in a television reality show. Friday seems to always find herself in situations not of her making and getting herself out of them, but she is also drawn to finding out just what is going on and who is involved.

Bargaining (Hero High Book 3) carries on from the first two where heroes are the norm and their lives are broadcast on television for all to see. In this book everything comes to head and we see who is who and which side they are on. You need to read these books in order as they flow on from each other and you will miss out on the story and how we get to each book. It is action packed and explosive and completely compelling. Just what makes a true hero?

This is one series that should not be missed.

 

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Satan’s Devils MC Boxset Books 1-5 (Satans Devils MC Series) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Satan's Devils MC Boxset Books 1-5Satan’s Devils MC Boxset Books 1-5 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Satan’s Devils MC Boxset 1 Books 1-5: Brothers protecting their own by Manda Mellett is where it all started for the MC. I didn’t find Manda until I reviewed the sixth book in the series, but it cemented my obsession. I am glad that I went straight back to the beginning and fell in love and the rest as they say is history.

Book 1 – Turning the Wheel (Satan’s Devils MC) – Sophie and Wraith’s story
Book 2 – Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC) – Sam and Drummer’s story
Book 3 – Slick Running (Satan’s Devils MC) – Ella and Slick’s story
Book 4 – Targeting Dart (Satan’s Devils MC) – Dart and Alex’s story
Book 5 – Heart Broken (Satan’s Devils MC) – Heart’s story

Each book is about a member of the MC and enemies and the women who have come into their lives. Each one is an alpha male and sexy and each woman has been broken but come out strong. With each woman comes major problems to the club but they always band together as brothers and make sure no one will hurt them again. Lives will be lost, hearts broken, violence is a given, danger is bound, and love is powerful. There are many laughs and lots of tears along each journey.

It is no surprise when I say that I absolutely love this series and the offshoot series. I am addicted.

 

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New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jenni Bishop

New Jerk in Town (Carolina Kisses, #2)New Jerk in Town by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart is a delight that hits just the right spot. I love Sylvie’s stories; they are easy to get lost in and before you know it the book has ended. I loved their quick and witty banter and it made me laugh. If you love easy to read comedy romance then this is a must. Love to hate and hate to love.

 

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Perfect by Tricia Copeland – Review by Jenni Bishop

PerfectPerfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Perfect by Tricia Copeland is a unique and interesting contemporary romance story that is easy to read and is well written. It is a little different to the usual romance stories and I think that is that uniqueness that draws you in as it twists the norms of a classic romance. It is also a fun read as we journey along with our main character as she delves into relationships and growth as a young woman towards maturing and adulthood. There is a lot to keep you entertained with fun and laughter, emotions and sweet romance.

 

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Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Series Book 3) by Victoria Grant – Review by Jenni Bishop

Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Book 3)Designing Love by Victoria Grant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Book 3) by Victoria Grant is a smart and sassy contemporary romance. It is also a comedy that kept a smile on my face and bursting out laughing at times. It is funny and witty, full of banter and antics but also has drama. Victoria made the characters realistic but sometimes I just wanted to shake Caroline and tell her to pull her head in but Charles was her saving grace. It is well written and will certainly cause you warm and fuzzies. Although this book is the third in the series I managed to pick up the story and run with it but I will be going back to read the first two.

 

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