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Wrecked: The Merciless Few (The Merciless Few Series) by S Courtney – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Wrecked (The Merciless Few MC)Wrecked by S. Courtney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This MC romance had me hooked throughout. Each book in the series tells the story of one of the members of ‘The Merciless Few’ MC. This storyline focuses on Reaper who is suffering after his relationship, his bike and his life were all wrecked. Having had his life turned upside down he focuses on his club and his MC brother’s. Until Avi and her daughter Raven, ‘tater tot’ comes into his life. When mother and daughter are in danger from a family member Reaper vows to protect them both. The world of the MC came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the story. The plot had a mix of drama, emotions, MC life and of course romance, along with twists and turns that all kept me happily turning the pages. I look forward to future books in this series.

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Falling Down (The Rockstar Series) by Anne Mercier – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Falling Down (ROCKSTAR)Falling Down by Anne Mercier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging lighthearted romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Lucy has had a crush on the gorgeous bad boy rockstar Jesse Kingston since they briefly met years before. When they meet again and Jesse suggests they spend a weekend together Lucy decides to indulge her fantasies. However, one weekend may not be enough for either of them. This is a fun, flirty romance with plenty of humour and laugh out loud moments. The chemistry between Lucy and Jesse sizzles off the page and leads to some rather steamy scenes. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

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Forbiddenly Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Forbiddenly Yours (Titans of Chicago, #2)Forbiddenly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This captivating contemporary romance has a dark element to it and had me hooked throughout. Nicole has always been the good girl, until she has a one night stand whilst on holiday in Costa Rica. To her horror the man turns out to be her professor. Callum is equally shocked to find the girl he had a holiday fling with is now his student and now off limits to him. However, he’s a Titan and used to getting what he wants, and he wants Nicole. The pair begin a forbidden liaison but secrets don’t stay secret for long. Someone wants to ruin Callum’s career and tries to use Nicole to do so. When they also develop an obsession with her Callum realises that power and money mean nothing compared to her. Once again the dark world of the Titans of Chicago was brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. I felt immersed in the storyline and engaged with the characters whilst the plot twists kept me gripped.

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5)Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the previous books in this series I was looking forward to this latest instalment, and I was not disappointed. Childhood sweethearts Mallory and Beckett married in a pretend wedding on Beckett’s family Apple farm. Mallory still treasures those memories fifteen years later, but now it’s her brother Evan and fiancé CeCe who are getting married. Beckett is returning to his family’s farm having lost his grandfather. He has many memories surrounding his childhood home and they tend to involve Mallory, the love of his life. As maid of honour and best man Mallory and Beckett are spending a lot of time together which is making it hard to deny their feelings for one another and their obvious chemistry. Fearing that Evan won’t support them dating the couple decide to date in secret. However, as their relationship develops they can’t keep it a secret for ever. This is a heartwarming and sweet romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Once again the small town of Buckeye Falls, where everyone knows each other was brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative. Mallory and Beckett are both likeable and relatable characters and their chemistry came across in the story. I loved being back in Buckeye Falls and I have been hooked by each story in this enjoyable and engaging series.

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Hooked: The Merciless Few (The Merciless Few Series) by S Courtney – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Hooked: The Merciless FewHooked: The Merciless Few by S Courtney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This MC romance kept me hooked throughout. The series focuses on the members of The Merciless Few MC and this is Fiend’s story. Fiend has a difficult past including suffering with a major injury. He knows he’s made lots of mistakes and doesn’t think he deserves happiness or love. This is a fast paced, page turner with plenty of drama, suspense, angst and MC romance. The storyline took me on an emotional rollercoaster and the descriptive narrative brought the world of the MC vividly to life.

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The Rebirth Part 1 (Planet Amazon Series) by Crystal Dawn – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Rebirth: Part One (Planet Amazon #0)The Rebirth: Part One by Crystal Dawn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and entertaining sci-fi romance which kept me hooked from start to finish. Army Colonel Andrea dedicated her life and career to finding a hidden doorway from Earth to the planet Amazon. But instead of the advanced society she expected she finds a primitive world. This medieval society was at war with the closest planet to them, Gallegos and they fought with sword and staff. Andrea discovers that she may be stuck on Amazon with no way home. When she meets two handsome men Jonne and Marcus she feels a chemistry with them both and learns they are her soulmates. The descriptive narrative brought the planet of Amazon vividly to life along with the characters and other planets. I found Andrea to be a likeable and relatable character, and the chemistry between her and her soulmates came across in the narrative. I’m looking forward to the next book in this series.

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Shadowed Storm: A Shadow Defense Security Thriller Book 4 (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Shadowed Storm (Shadow Defense Security, #4)Shadowed Storm by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another gripping thriller in this exciting series which once again had me hooked throughout. Oceanographer Alexis takes a dive with a school of basking sharks, but discovers a sunken motorboat. The boat has a lethal bio-engineered algae specimen on board which could contaminate freshwater sources. When Alexis becomes a target of a ruthless enemy she in lists the help of her friend and former Navy SEAL Seb Tremblay. The pair work on finding away of neutralising the algae whilst being hunted by a powerful enemy with vast resources. In order to protect the planets most vital resource and prevent global chaos Alexis and Seb must be prepared to make sacrifices. This was a real fast paced, page turner with an action-packed storyline and plenty of plot twists which kept me turning the pages. Both the characters and the Florida Keys setting came to life through the descriptive narrative which made me feel immersed in the story. Although it’s part of a series with an overarching conspiracy plot and a crossover of characters, it can be read as a standalone novel. I thoroughly enjoyed this story which had drama, suspense, romance and humour.

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Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay Series) by Erin Brockus – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay #1)Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance by Erin Brockus
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging beach romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Hope’s life is turned upside down when she unexpectedly becomes the owner of a scuba diving resort in the Caribbean. Dive instructor Alex is scarred by his past but has made peace with his life on the island, then Hope arrives. Whilst Hope and Alex are trying to ignore their mutual attraction and obvious chemistry, a series of mishaps throws them together. This slow burn romance had me hooked. The island setting of St. Croix came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative, making me feel fully immersed in the story. The chemistry between the likeable and relatable Hope and Alex came across in the narrative and led to some steamy scenes. I look forward to returning to Half Moon Bay soon!

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The Apothecary’s Curse (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Apothecary's CurseThe Apothecary’s Curse by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable, engaging and intriguing historical fantasy novel that had me captivated throughout. Physician Simon and apothecary Gaelan first meet in Victorian London. Simon gives his wife an elixir created by Gaelan from an ancient manuscript, but instead of curing her cancer it kills her. A suicidal Simon then swallows the remainder hoping for the same result, but finds that he cannot die. Five years later and Simon learns that Gaelan also has regenerative powers and is a Bedlam inmate. They both conceal their immortality through the ages but remain hopeful of reversing the elixir if they can find Gaelan’s missing manuscript. In the modern-day a pharmaceutical company, Transdiff Genomics discovers diaries about Bedlam inmates being tortured. The scientists suspect a link between Gaelan and an unnamed inmate. Meanwhile, Gaelan and Genomics geneticist Anne seem to be powerfully drawn to one another. A revelation is made when they learn that Anne’s family has a connection to his manuscript. This is a dual timeline story which kept me hooked from start to finish. The descriptive narrative brought both past and present settings vividly to life, making me feel fully immersed in the story. I look forward to book two in this new series.

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El Diablo (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series) by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series Book 2)El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed the previous book in this series and loved the independent, tough, stubborn, determined Jessica Watts. Once again I was hooked by this gripping and fast paced story which had plenty of suspense and drama. Amateur detective Jessica investigates following a teenagers confession about a youth pastor’s disturbing behaviour towards her. Jessica soon finds herself trapped in a twisted psychopath’s brutal game of cat-and-mouse. Not only is Jessica following her suspect through the unforgiving desert but she’s also battling her own demons. However, if Jessica is to defeat the monster she’s perusing then she has to embrace her ruthless side. I literally could not put this book down! Once again the characters and setting came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. Whilst the plot twists and turns kept me impatiently turning the pages unsure of the story’s outcome. I definitely recommend picking up this book and the previous one!!

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The Taste of Treachery by Emily Bybee – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Taste of TreacheryThe Taste of Treachery by Emily Bybee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This gripping romantic suspense thriller kept me hooked throughout. Hacker and computer science major Harper finds herself in the middle of a government conspiracy. When her brother who is serving overseas in Delta Force disappears, she finds that as a college student with a history of mental health no one will listen to her. Her only hope is her brother’s best friend and fellow Delta Force operator Caleb. Together they enter a world of secrets, mercenaries and guns. Having discovered that a chemical company is willing to poison the world for profit they find their lives in danger. Meanwhile they try to ignore their growing attraction and the chemistry between them. This fast paced story has plenty of plot twists which kept me guessing. The chemistry between Harper and Caleb really came across in the narrative. I found myself immersed in the storyline and invested in the outcome of the characters. An enjoyable and engaging read.

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Malice (Demented Souls Series) by Melissa Stevens – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Malice (Demented Souls #10)Malice by Melissa Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this MC romance and I am glad I’ve been introduced to this series about the members of the Demented Souls MC. Malice is a recently patched in member and is still getting to know his brothers. He was able to rescue Bonnie from her aggressive ex boyfriend when he attempted to kidnap her from the street. Bonnie was left intrigued by the intimidating but attractive man, and when her ex escalates things she turns to Malice for help. The chemistry between Bonnie and Malice sizzles off the page. The descriptive narrative brought the Ranch setting vividly to life and I felt fully immersed in the Demented Souls MC’s world. Having discovered this fab author I look forward to reading the previous books in this series whilst waiting for the latest one!

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Falling for a Star in the City (Stars in the City Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Falling for a Star in the City (Stars in the City #2)Falling for a Star in the City by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging YA hockey romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Paige is having a difficult time, her part on a soap opera has been reduced, she breaks up with her wannabe pop star boyfriend, who then writes an album about their relationship, and her family want her to get a ‘real job’. She gets an internship at a TV station in the sports department and meets Viktor a college hockey player. As Paige and Viktor begin falling for one another she learns that he has trust issues from a past relationship, whilst Paige starts questioning her self worth. Despite Paige’s concerns that their worlds are too different their relationship develops. However, when her ex boyfriend Walker turns up Paige must decide what she really needs to be happy and fulfilled. This is a heartwarming romance with plenty of angst and emotion. I loved Paige as I found her to be likeable and relatable. It can be read as a standalone story, but I personally enjoyed book one in the series and am looking forward to book three!

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Rock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Rock Crush and RollRock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging romantic comedy which kept me happily turning the pages. Music manager Tyler Robertson has sworn off dating musicians, whilst Cary Kingston, the biggest rock star in the world is a confirmed bachelor. When their working relationship develops into something more, Tyler wonders if she’s falling for Cary the rock star or the person. This is a lighthearted and heartwarming romance between two likeable characters.

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Glass Houses by Sinister Styx – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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

This is an intense dark romance which is a very quick read, but one that will stay with you. I would recommend checking the trigger warnings before reading. The storyline focuses on an unhealthy relationship which spirals and results in physical domestic violence. For such a short book it really had me hooked. The feelings and emotions of the couple at the heart of the story really came across in the narrative. The suspicion that was felt was particularly powerful. An intriguing and emotional read, but one which I would recommend as long as the triggers are considered first.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception (Notebook Mysteries Series) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of DeceptionNotebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the previous books in this series, I was looking forward to this latest edition and I was not disappointed. I enjoyed being back with Emma and Jeremy as they have a new mystery to solve. The couple are now having to juggle new family responsibilities with their undercover investigations. When a friend’s family member is murdered Emma and Jeremy investigate. However, things get complicated when they discover that multiple suspects are looking for money that the deceased may have been hiding. Emma and Jeremy once again have to use all their skills to solve the case. This series has just gotten better and better, and I love being back with Emma and Jeremy who are like old friends now! I was transported back in time by the descriptive narrative along with the added historical details. As usual I felt immersed in the story and was hooked by the intriguing storyline, whilst the plot twists kept me guessing. An enjoyable and engaging read.

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The Queen’s Dance (Heart & Hand Series Book 2) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Queen's Dance: A Sizzling Slow Burn Fantasy Romance (Heart & Hand Series Book 2)The Queen’s Dance: A Sizzling Slow Burn Fantasy Romance by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again the mystical world of Aurelia came vividly to life in this epic, sizzling slow burn fantasy romance. I was gripped by book one so would personally recommend reading it first, however this can be read as a standalone story. Lady Claire has a secret, that she can ‘foretell another’s fate’. Claire is determined to never fall in love due to this curse. Then she meets Trian, a shy nobleman assigned by King Godwin to escort her across the realm. When Claire discovers he is immune to her powers a friendship develops. Claire then finds herself falling in love, however, her fears come true when Trian is attacked. Claire is taken to the dark kingdom of Nifolhad by assassin’s. In order to survive and with hopes of returning to Aurelia Claire ally’s herself with the mystical women of the Fenrhi Temple. She soon finds herself in the middle of the battle for Nifolhad’s throne, but help then comes from unexpected places. To return to her home and to her loved ones she must embrace her curse and think of it as a gift. The descriptive narrative brings both the characters and setting to life making me feel immersed in the story. The epic storyline and exciting plot twists had me gripped throughout. Whilst the slow burn romance between Claire and Trian kept me happily turning the pages. I look forward to book three!

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Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Series) by Stephanie R. Caffrey – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Book 2)Be My Little Baby by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another exciting and fast paced romantic suspense novel in this series. This time it’s private detective James Moore who comes to the aid of a damsel in distress. Tessa Lopez’s bakery is the most popular in London, but she’s worried as she has a stalker. When she starts to receive threatening letters and photographs, and with the police not helping, she decides to hire a private investigator. Tessa and James have an instant undeniable chemistry which only grows as they work together to find her stalker. However, James has a rule that he doesn’t date clients and so fights his attraction for Tessa. The pair find themselves in danger when it’s clear the stalker wants Tessa for himself. I love a forbidden love story and this one had me hooked. Tessa and James chemistry sizzled off the page. The suspense built chapter by chapter and the plot twists kept me guessing. An enjoyable and engaging read.

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Wild King (King Brothers Series) by K.M. Scott – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Wild King (King Brothers Book 2)Wild King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable enemies to lovers, billionaire romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Bad boy of the King family, Kellen has an anonymous long weekend fling, but just as he starts to think it could be something more, he blows it with his mystery woman. Salem knew she shouldn’t be seduced by the untamed, wild, yet charming man, but somehow she is. Keeping it anonymous was meant to keep her safe from getting hurt, but it didn’t. Fate ensured that they met again and Salem has the opportunity to either exact her revenge and make Kellen suffer, or discover if she still cares for the bad boy she met. The characters and setting came to life making me feel immersed in the story. The chemistry between Kellen and Salem sizzles off the page and leads to some steamy scenes. I am now keen to read the previous book in the ‘King Brothers’ series.

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Wheel of Evil (Hani’s Daughter Mysteries) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Wheel of Evil (Hani's Daughter Mysteries Book 3)Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series of historical cozy mysteries set in Ancient Egypt, and featuring Hani’s (from a previous series of books) daughter Neferet. I’m a big fan of both Neferet and this series of books and was not disappointed by this latest novel. Once again I was transported back in time thanks to the wonderfully written and detailed descriptive narrative and the added historical details. The intriguing storyline had me hooked throughout and I enjoyed investigating alongside Neferet, Bener-ib and their band of teenage detectives. Neferet’s Uncle Pipi has got involved in a ‘get rich quick’ scheme at a chariot workshop. She starts to investigate when investors start turning up dead. The team must discover what’s going on and who’s behind it, but the investigation turns deadly when Neferet becomes the next victim. The storyline kept me gripped and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. I’m now waiting ‘impatiently’ for book four in this enjoyable and engaging series!

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The End Of Try Try Again by Kristen Carter, MS – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The End of Try Try Again: Overcome Your Weight Loss and Exercise Struggles for GoodThe End of Try Try Again: Overcome Your Weight Loss and Exercise Struggles for Good by Kristen Carter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found this self help book interesting and informative whilst being easy to read and understand. The book aims to help you overcome your weight loss and exercise struggles for good. The author is obviously a professional and very knowledgeable, she promotes choosing an ‘acceptable lifestyle that balances desire with health’. The book helped me to feel more in control of my choices and allowed me to discover solutions that actually fitted into my life. I liked the fact that the book starts with an explanation of how our brains and bodies work, in order to work with them not against them. I was fascinated to learn how it can be our attitudes and beliefs that prevent us achieving something and the book gave me a new way of thinking about diet and exercise. The book uses extensive research to explain why making big changes can be complicated, but by using the ‘science of motivation’ we can achieve our diet and exercise goals. The book aims to give readers a clear and inspirational formula that can lead to life-changing results. I would definitely recommend this self help book as it has definitely helped me personally.

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Love Rinkside (The Playmakers Series) by G. K. Brady – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Love Rinkside (Playmakers)Love Rinkside by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A lighthearted and heartwarming sports romance novella, which kept me happily turning the pages. Drew is a workaholic with no time for relationships, but then he meets an unknown woman in a mascot costume at a Halloween party. Katie has had enough of men, especially those using her to get close to the professional sports team. Then she meets a guy dressed as a giant banana slug at a party, only to be pursued by police. Following an adventurous night running from the cops the couple go on a date. Although their first date didn’t go as planned after Katie’s dog attacked Drew, they decide to take a second chance. Just as the couple’s relationship is developing Drew’s work demands leave Katie fearing another painful rejection. This is a quick and entertaining read, with likeable characters and a storyline with plenty of humour and romance. The chemistry between Katie and Drew is spicy and steamy. An enjoyable and engaging novella.

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The Sins of Men (The Peter Smith Chronicles) by Danny J. Bradbury – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Sins of Men: An American Revolutionary War DramaThe Sins of Men: An American Revolutionary War Drama by Danny J. Bradbury
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This epic war drama set during the American Revolution had me gripped throughout. Young Peter Beale is being raised in poverty on the streets of Portsmouth, and is forced into crime to survive. He is then abducted by an uncaring Naval Officer and finds himself pressed into service. Once aboard the HMS Progress he learns to cope and harden himself against the constant abuse. When the ship docks in Boston, Peter escapes taking refuge with a local couple. However, his goal is to seek revenge against his abuser. As the war sweeps across the colonies Peter finds himself fighting on the side of the Americans. A fierce sea battle brings him face-to-face with his tormentor, a perfect opportunity to carry out his goal of revenge. I thoroughly enjoyed this well written and researched American Revolution historical novel. I loved the likeable Peter who from humble beginnings participated in pivotal events in history. It was an exciting read but also an emotional one, with regard to Peter’s life and the awful suffering he endured. The historical battles in particular came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. I look forward to book two!

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From Darkness into Love (Hope & Hearts from Swan Harbor Book 1) by Sophie Bartow – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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From Darkness into Love (Hope & Hearts from Swan Harbor, #1)From Darkness into Love by Sophie Bartow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an enjoyable and engaging romantic suspense story, which kept me happily turning the pages. The quaintness of the small town setting of Swan Harbor was brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative. The storyline follows Jessie and Cameron as they get a second chance at love. After Cameron saves Jessie he then captured her heart. However, when Jessie left, she left Cameron broken hearted. Years later and Cameron is ready to move on after an unexpected meeting with someone new. Then Jessie returns and their chemistry is still sizzling and they can’t resist one another. However, when the threatening messages return they realise that someone in Swan Harbor wants to keep them apart. They must decide if a second chance at love is worth the risk of staying together. The storyline had me hooked because as the mystery unfolds the suspense mounted. This was a fast paced story with plenty of drama, emotion, action, suspense, and of course romance. The chemistry between Jessie and Cameron came across in the narrative and it did lead to some steamy scenes. I love a story with a guaranteed happy ending, and I recommend picking this book up today!

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Casting Vows (Hearts of Gold Series) by Ariella Talix – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Casting Vows (Hearts of Gold Book 3)Casting Vows by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging MMF historical romance. I was transported back to Los Angeles in the 1880’s by the descriptive narrative and the historical details. Nicolo Stark-James is ready to love with his whole heart, but discovers that some despicable people want to ruin it. Meanwhile, Matty Remington longs to feel safe rather than trapped. As a man of strong faith he’s trying to reconcile his love for God with his personal desires. Eden Godwin could be the one to hold all three of them together, if only her future was her own. She must decide between love and saving her family from ruin. The storyline kept me happily turning the pages. I loved the three main characters, Nicolo, Matty and Eden and felt invested in their story. The chemistry between the three of them sizzled off the page and led to some steamy MMF scenes. Another entertaining story in the ‘Hearts of Gold’ series.

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The Story That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Story That Ties UsThe Story That Ties Us by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this emotional and engaging second chance romance, which kept me happily turning the pages. After her first love broke her heart Blakely was determined to have the life she dreamed of. She now has that, a great house, her dream job and the perfect boyfriend. However, when the boy who broke her heart returns Blakely has decisions to make. Jamie never planned to return home when he joined the Air force, but a last request from his best friend results in him returning. This means confronting his past and reconciling with Blakely. To complicate matters, Blakely’s promotion rests on Jamie opening up about their friend’s death. As she sees the darkness Jamie carries and begins to understand his decision to leave her behind, her anger disappears. This leaves Blakely’s heart vulnerable as she finds away to help Jamie’s heart heal from his traumas. The mix of their shared history and Jamie’s demons will either push them further apart or bring them closer together. I loved Blakely and Jamie and their chemistry came across in the story. It was an emotional read at times but an enjoyable one. I was hooked throughout and I look forward to the next book in this new series.

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The Music That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance (Love Ties Us)The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable, emotional and engaging contemporary romance, with a rockstar romance theme. Cadence is stuck in a relationship with a guy who is now a stranger and in a career she didn’t want. She’s craving something, and she finds it when she comes face to face with the lead singer of Rebel Rebellion, Damien Walker. The fact that he makes it clear he doesn’t want anything to do with her just seems to make her more interested. However, it turns out that Damien also thinks Cadence is intriguing, but he has his own issues to deal with. His family is relying on him and memories from his past keep him from getting too close to anyone. Cadence manages to break through Damien’s walls and although he can’t have her, he can’t stay away. They feel like everything is trying to keep them apart but they are willing to break the rules to be together. I love the fact that it’s the music that brings Cadence and Damien together. I found them both to be likeable and relatable characters. I was pleased that this wasn’t just like every other rockstar romance. I thought it had much more depth and emotion in the storyline which kept me invested in the story.

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This Time Around by Kimberly Packard – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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This Time AroundThis Time Around by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this ‘what if’, second chance story and it kept me captivated throughout. Josie is given the chance for a ‘do-over’ of her teenage years, but whether she makes the same mistakes again is up to her. Josie’s life revolves around her children and her career, and is going through a divorce. When her husband threatens to take the children and then with her business at risk of failing, she suffers a panic attack. She then finds herself waking up thirty years in the past, in her teenage bedroom. She then has to relive her senior year at high school, which she found emotionally devastating the first time round. That year she cut her father out of her life, turned away the boy she loved and caused her best friend to sever ties. Josie is determined to get back to her own time and to her children. She tries to fix the mistakes she made, hoping that righting those wrongs will send her back to the present. But then she’s tempted by her high school crush to take a second chance at love. However, this may result in her losing everything she has in her future. The likeable and relatable Josie has a dilemma and I felt invested in her story. This is an enjoyable and engaging read which kept me happily turning the pages.

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Murder the Tey Way (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Murder the Tey WayMurder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the first book in this series I was looking forward to being back with amateur sleuth Professor Lexie Driscoll, and I was not disappointed. Once again I wished I could be a member of her ‘Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub’! This time they are discussing Josephine Tey’s (a favourite author of mine) books. However, Lexie gets a surprise when her sister Gayle turns up and is terrified for her life. Gayle was a witness to her boyfriend’s murder and now fears his killers could come for her. When a man’s body is found in Lexie’s backyard, Gayle runs. Lexie decides to investigate and is determined to discover the truth. She soon learns that the bookclub members have secrets. Lexie has to contend with more murders and unexpected revelations as she investigates. I was once again drawn into Lexie’s world, along with quirky characters and an intriguing whodunnit. The descriptive narrative brings both the characters and the setting to life, making me feel immersed in the story. The plot of Josephine Tey’s novels are cleverly weaved into the storyline and help Lexie in her investigations. The plot kept me guessing due to the numerous red herrings, which I enjoy. An enjoyable and engaging cozy mystery and I look forward to being back with the bookclub soon.

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series) by Lynn Wood – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series #1)Secrets, Lies and Betrayals by Lynn Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping contemporary romance with plenty of fast paced action, drama and suspense. All of which kept me hooked throughout. Michaela Manning is living her second, fake life under the watchful eyes of the ex-special forces operative who saved her life. At only three years old she became the victim of political violence along with her grandfather who was assassinated. Having grown up away from her family’s name and influence her father’s political ambitions now threaten Michaela’s new life. As his party’s presidential nominee her father is in the spotlight and the hunt for his long-lost daughter causes a media frenzy.
Everyone wants to know if his daughter is even still alive, but when someone she trusts reveals her secret, her two identities collide. With her life in danger from the extremists who killed her grandfather, Michaela is forced to go on the run with Max and back into hiding as they figure out who betrayed her. I was fully immersed in the storyline as the descriptive narrator brought both the characters and the settings vividly to life. I loved the likeable and relatable Michaela and felt both engaged with her and invested in her story. I enjoyed the political thriller/conspiracy elements of the storyline and the plot twists definitely kept me guessing. A must read!

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