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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship Series) by Jennifer Spredemann – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship #3)A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and heartwarming Christmas romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Anne Eicher loves Christmas and the joy of the season, she loves the baking, the decorating and all the holiday festivities. Anne is worried about taking another chance at love, but she hadn’t planned on spending yet another Christmas alone. Which is why she decides to take a chance when she receives a mysterious letter from a secret admirer. Andy Stoltzfus knows that his heart craves Anne, she’s genuine, faithful and true, unlike her sister who left him for another man. Taking a second chance at love he makes a plan to win both Anne’s heart and her hand, but unfortunately the plan backfires! I loved the sweet, faith-filled storyline which along with the lovely characters and the magical setting had captivated throughout. The story was full of Christmas spirit and it definitely did bring a smile to my face and joy to my heart!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A dark mafia/bratva romance which had me captivated throughout. I loved the fact that this was two books in one as it meant I could ‘binge read’ them! Book one tells Jay and Sasha’s story, Jay protects people for a living but it’s just a job, until he meets Sasha. When she ends up on the wrong side of the mafia Jay is determined to keep her safe. Then claim her even if it means going up against one of the most notorious crime families. Book two is Sasha’s twin sister Marenah and Matt’s story. Matt comes across Marenah whilst on an undercover assignment, but as the granddaughter of the head of the Russian Bratva she’s not exactly who she appears to be. However, Matt is one of the most feared and ruthless protectors in the business and is determined to claim, her even if she is an off-limits mafia princess. I did fall in love with both Sasha and Marenah, two fearless women and Jay and Matt the men who will do anything to protect them. The storylines and plot in both stories kept me gripped, and the characters and settings were brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. The fiery and passionate chemistry between the couples really came across, and I loved how their relationships developed throughout the stories. An enjoyable and engaging read, where each story and couple have a guaranteed HEA!

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Be True with Me (Be with Me Series) by CA Miconi – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Be True with Me (Be with Me, #3)Be True with Me by C.A. Miconi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another heartwarming romance in this enjoyable series. This engaging small town, second chance romance had me captivated throughout. Social worker Lauren and Cop Jake meet again after ten years when they are assigned to the same case, and in order to give two children the Christmas they deserve, must work together. Lauren was a foster home child herself and learnt the hard way that not everyone is who they appear to be. However, a special lady took her in and showed her how to trust again and now she wants to be that person for other children. Unfortunately, Lauren’s first love also then betrayed her which left her devastated. Jake also learnt not to trust everyone when a classmate not only betrayed his trust but violated it when he publicly shared something private. Lauren and Jake need to be able to forget the past and rebuild trust between them if they are to give love a second chance. The main characters are both likeable and relatable and their chemistry really came across in the narrative and led to some steamy scenes. I also liked how their relationship developed throughout the story. I felt invested in Lauren and Jake’s second chance at love and was cheering them on hoping they would get their HEA.

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Orenda (The Latitude Series) by T.S. Simons – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Orenda (The Latitude Series Book 2)Orenda by T.S. Simons
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and gripping dystopian romance which continues the ‘Latitude’ series of novels. Once again, I was back with Caitlin and her husband Gio who were now traveling to Canada, to take on new roles as ambassadors for the ACC. Caitlin is a natural leader and is respected by her people, she is bridging the gap between the communities and offering them new opportunities. However, as Caitlin and Gio build a life for their new family, an old enemy return’s which threatens their security. As loyalties are challenged and a betrayal leads to tragedy, Caitlin is forced to draw on her ‘Orenda’ before it threatens to destroy them both. “Orenda is a First Nations Iroquois belief that all natural objects and people possess a mystical energy”. This force allows Caitlin to effect change in the world and manifest transformations. As usual I was transported to the wonderfully detailed dystopian world which is brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. I was fully immersed in the storyline and engaged with the main characters, Caitlin and Gio. I personally think this series of books need to be read in order. I also recommend the series that goes before this one.

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Mission Target (Jake Wolfe Thrillers Book 7) by Mark Nolan – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Mission Target (Jake Wolfe, # 7)Mission Target by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another exciting and fast paced novel with Jake Wolfe and his highly intelligent dog Cody. Jake and Cody must find and stop a mysterious criminal syndicate which is importing large amounts of a strange new drug. The drug causes many users to drop dead and there is no known antidote. Jake then discovers that the drug is being used as a weapon, and even being deployed by a hostile foreign entity fighting a secret war against US citizens. Jake and Cody once again put their own lives in danger to investigate and stop these conspirators who are threatening mass murder. Jake is horrified to discover that he knows some of the people involved in these acts of treason. I literally could not put this action-packed book down as I was gripped throughout!

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls Series Book 3) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls, #3)Master of the Abyss by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a gripping epic conclusion to this series, and I have been kept captivated from book one. Once again, I was hooked throughout with this historical thriller, and it was a real page turner. It was nice being back with old friends, Julia and husband Nick, who in this story remains imprisoned in eternal purgatory. Therefore, it is up to Julia and her friends to stop Salvatore della Porta from achieving his plan of global supremacy through ‘Veritism’. They aim to save millions of souls from a similar fate as Nick’s. However, as Julia and her team travel across Europe heading to Asia and then finally back to Venice they are being tracked by della Porta’s men. They are seeking the age-old journal with the power to either help della Porta to succeed or stop him for good. To free the souls, including Nick’s they need to find an ancient relic that can destroy the ‘Sun Crystal’. In a race against time Julia and her team only have one last chance to liberate the imprisoned souls, save her husband, and stop della Porta from gaining endless power. This was a real fast paced story with an action-packed storyline, and great characters who literally crossed the globe. As usual the author brought the multiple settings vividly to life, making me feel completely immersed in the story. Having read the whole series now I felt very engaged with the characters, especially Nick and Julia O’Connor. This whole series has had me on the edge of my seat, unable to put the books down. I highly recommend reading this series, but I personally think it is one which you do need to read in order.

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Knight In Peril (A Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery) by Alice Bienia – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Knight In Peril (A Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery #6)Knight In Peril by Alice Bienia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A gripping mystery thriller with PI Jorja Knight, who this time is in Istanbul, an ancient and mysterious city. Jorja was supposed to be met at the airport by her best friend Gabriella Rizzo, but she does not arrive as planned. Jorja then goes to the guest house hoping to meet up with her friend but only her suitcases are there, Jorja starts to be concerned when Gabriella does not answer her phone, and she learns that no one has seen or heard from her in days. The PI fears the worst, that her best friend has been abducted and she starts her own investigation to find her. This plunges her into a dangerous world of lies, greed, and secrets, where politicians are corrupt, witnesses take bribes and suspects won’t talk. Jorja has no choice but to enter the dark underbelly of Istanbul’s city to find Gabriella. The intriguing storyline had me hooked from page one and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. I loved the heroine of the story, Jorja and thought she was a great main character. The author brought the vibrant city of Istanbul vividly to life, making me feel immersed in the story. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Rise of the Y (The Y Chronicles Book 1) by Angela D. Shelton – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Rise of the YRise of the Y by Angela D. Shelton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A gripping YA dystopian novel which kept me hooked throughout. Seventeen year old Lexi is living in a post apocalyptic world where the Imperium rules with an iron fist, but this world is on the brink of a revolution. As others like Lexi are refusing to just live the life they are told to live, with an assigned spouse and a dictated profession. Having found a hidden diary Lexi discovers a legacy of secrets and rebellion, and is soon thrust into the shadows of the elusive rebel group Y. However, this is a dangerous place to be as she’s surrounded by deceit, forbidden alliances, and the lines between friends and foe are blurred. Meanwhile love and loyalty are tested and trust is the ultimate weapon in the battle for truth. Lexi finds herself caught between her duty and wanting her freedom, and as the foundations of the Imperium begin to weaken she must decide who to trust in a world full of betrayal. The author does a wonderful job of bringing the characters and the setting vividly to life. I felt completely immersed in the post apocalyptic dystopian world created and therefore I was more engaged in the storyline. The characters are great and I particularly love Lexi as the feisty and independent minded heroine of the story. I look forward to book two in this series.

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an enjoyable and engaging romance with a modern fairytale feel to it which kept me happily turning the pages. Claire Morgan is a Celebutante who plays the air-headed-heiress that the gossip sites expect, to perfection. People are much more interested in her designer gowns and love life, then they are about her degrees in business and computer science. Nick is a struggling artist who works as a waiter and who’s worrying that his grad school scholarship is in jeopardy, due to his creative slump. Claire and Nick meet when Claire and her friends arrive at the restaurant where Nick works, at closing time. The pair discover they have a lot in common and they start what they thought, would be a meaningless fling. Nick spurs Claire towards the tech career she’s always wanted and she inspires his art. However, they are both too good at putting on an act and at hiding their growing feelings, and will need to trust in one another if there relationship is to develop and last. I loved the chemistry between Nick and Claire, and how their relationship developed throughout the story. The storyline flowed well and I found this to be a heartwarming and entertaining romance.

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Threads of Time (Toronto Time Agents Series) by C. N. Jackson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure (Toronto Time Agents)Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure by C. N. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging historical time travel adventure which kept me hooked throughout. Seasoned retiree Wilda Firestone is training her slightly clueless protégé, and so is determined to not be tempted by the thrill of time-traveling again. However, following a bomb the time machine next door is burnt to ashes and her life’s work is in rubble, and so she takes on a dangerous investigation. Although Wilda has scars from past battles during her time-hopping days, she convinces her trainee to time hop to 1850’s France. Here they must lure the terrorists out of the shadows, but their time machine malfunctions, and they end up hundreds of miles away. This leads Wilda to think that something is seriously ‘out of whack’ in the time stream. She must then unravel the mystery before its too late. This is a fun and exciting “romp through history”, with quirky characters and an intriguing storyline. The setting is brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative, and the author also brings the era they travel to, to life through the added historical details. I would personally recommend reading the books in order, as the characters crossover and their backstories have obviously been explained in the previous book.

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The Cannibal Caper (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Cannibal Caper: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Cannibal Caper: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another fun historical cozy mystery with our young, orphaned heroine eleven-year-old Sparky. Once again, the storyline is set in Bunker Hill in downtown LA during the 1930’s. Sparky turns amateur sleuth once again as she tries to track down stolen precious jewels, whilst a gourmet cannibal is on the loose in the city. Meanwhile, her protector, the former silent movie star Tootsie is trying to get Sparky back to school. With friend Bobby not around Sparky gets friendly with a mysterious boy who works in a peculiar pet shop. Sparky must protect Tootsie and identify the cannibal before she becomes his next victim, oh and discover the whereabouts of the jewels. A fast paced read full of action with great characters and a likeable main character in Sparky. The descriptive narrative brings the setting vividly to life whilst the added historical details also bring the era to life. I look forward to being back in Bunker Hill with Sparky again soon!

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Lottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Lottery of SecretsLottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this psychological thriller which held me captivated throughout. Lynn Miller wins a life altering amount on the lottery, and suddenly all her dreams and goals are within reach. However, a stalker suddenly emerges from nowhere and is relentless, but her husband, James seems to be sceptical of the potential risk. Lynn becomes paranoid and uncertain as things become more sinister and family secrets are revealed. Suddenly her wealth is a nightmare not a dream and she’s unsure of who she can trust. To ensure she is safe, Lynn finds herself having to navigate between her wealth, deceit and family loyalty, as lines are blurred between friends and enemies. This is a fast-paced gripping read and the suspense builds chapter on chapter. The characters and setting come alive through the descriptive narrative, which made me feel immersed in the story. I literally could not put this book down, a must read!

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Themes of Kismet by A. Akinosho – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Themes of KismetThemes of Kismet by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging romance which kept me happily turning the pages. When Noah and Kate (Ebun) first meet for Noah it’s a coincidence, the second time it’s chance and the third is kismet. For Ebun, the first time he was her light during a dark time, the second he rescued her but they didn’t swap numbers, and thirdly she blew it. The fourth time they are both determined to stay together, but Ebun has secrets. A heartwarming romance with two likeable and relatable characters in Noah and Ebun. I loved how their relationship developed throughout the story and how their multicultural differences were part of the storyline.

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery, #4)Murky Murder by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An entertaining and enjoyable cozy mystery with our heroine of the series Ivy Stone, and once again set in Hotel LaFontaine. Ivy is now the headmaid at the hotel and her first date with her boss Mr. Humphrey’s also went well, so things are going great for Ivy. The hotel is busy with London’s elite who are arriving for a business conference, but Ivy is dealing with a mysterious guest, a threatening letter and then a murder. Ivy turns amateur sleuth along with her friends, who also work at the hotel but all the cryptic letters and secret codes reveal is that everyone is hiding something. It turns out even trusted members of staff have secrets, and when a direct threat is made against Mr. Humphrey things become serious. As Ivy starts to get answers she realises that she might be in danger herself, but as usual Ivy’s fluffy best friend Monty the Great Dane is helping her to sniff out clues! This can be read either as a standalone story or as part of the series. I loved Ivy, she’s a great main character as she’s so likeable and relatable. Whilst her sidekicks are a quirky mix who all bring their own skills to help Ivy investigate. I was hooked from page one by this ‘whodunnit’, and it kept me happily turning the pages. I look forward to returning to Hotel LaFontaine again soon!

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Secrets at the Café: A Novel of Suspense about Family and Friendship by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Secrets at the CafeSecrets at the Cafe by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping novel about family and friendship which kept me hooked throughout. Having rushed to her dying grandmother’s bedside, Karina Walker agrees to move home and take over the old café. The grieving Karina also promises to read a journal but is shocked when the red book disappears. She teams up with her cousin to make a list of suspects, fearing that someone overheard her mention a hidden stash of money. Karina is determined to track down her inheritance but the town is full of rumours, and when she discovers a buried secret it could change things forever. Karina wants to build a new future for herself but must confront her family’s past first. This was a real page turner and I literally could not put the book down. The intriguing storyline and unpredictable plot twists kept me guessing until the last page, whilst the suspense definitely built chapter by chapter. I loved the main character Karina as she was a very independent and determined heroine. This was an entertaining and engaging read and one which I definitely recommend.

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Ghost Takes A Vacation (Genie and Adriana Darling Cozy Paranormal Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Carmen Radtke – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Ghost Takes A VacationGhost Takes A Vacation by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and entertaining paranormal cozy mystery which kept me captivated throughout. In this second book in the series Genie Darling and her ‘not so very departed great-great-aunt’ Adriana travel to Italy. Adriana relies on her old belongings for her spectral life force and a dress has come up for auction. However, once in Tuscany the auction house goes up in flames taking Adriana’s Chanel evening gown with it, and then a dead body is found. Amateur sleuth Genie and her ghostly sidekick decide to investigate when the wrong man is suspected of the arson and manslaughter. This is a fun cozy mystery with a ghostly twist which had me hooked from start to finish. I loved the quirky characters, Genie and the ghost of Aunt Adriana are a great double act and I enjoyed sleuthing with them. I look forward to the next book in the series.

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Christmas Cove by Sarah Dressler – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Christmas CoveChristmas Cove by Sarah Dressler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging holiday romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Travel editor America Greene arrives in the idyllic Christmas Cove and is surprised to find it – ‘Christmasless’. She teams up with Leo, the towns mayor, who also happens to be very attractive and eligible, in order to bring Christmas back to the town. The plan is to light up Main Street, which will also give America a story which is her chance at being a writer. Meanwhile Leo and America’s chemistry sizzles off the page and as they work together to save Christmas their relationship develops. However, when a nearby city threatens the town’s future both America’s heart and career hang in the balance. This is a heartwarming romance with likeable and relatable main characters in Leo and America. Their chemistry came across in the narrative, and I liked how their relationship developed throughout the story. I loved the small town feel of Christmas Cove and was hoping for a HEA, no spoilers as I recommend picking up this book! It definitely put me in the Christmas spirit.

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Finding Your Heart by Nadia Han – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your HeartFinding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated self-help journal which will help you reconnect with your own heart. “The heart is a flower. Let it bloom.”, the blurb says this journal will help you clear the clutter that over time our hearts have collected, in order to enjoy life again, and it does. The creative and unique prompts along with the activities help you to make peace with your past. Whilst the positive affirmations help keep you in the present, and look forward to and work towards a brighter future. This journal really does help you “unfurl the happy petals within your heart”, and I was definitely taken on an inspirational and liberating journey, “to self-love, self-worth, and self-healing”. The book it’s self is lovely and I enjoyed picking it up each day and journaling in it. I found the activities thought provoking and I particularly liked reading the affirmations. A self-help book/journal which really does help!

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Sweet Vengeance (Mission Belles Book 3) by Pamela Gibson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Sweet Vengeance (Mission Belles #3)Sweet Vengeance by Pamela Gibson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging historical romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Elena Santoro sets off for Northern California after her dying mother’s urgent plea to kill her brother’s murderer. Although Elena knows she has both the skill and training to accomplish this, she’s unsure if she actually has the nerve to kill a man who she once admired. Former spy turned horse trainer Sean Mitchell is cautious when Elena, a woman who he knows is both seductive and dangerous turns up. However, he’s confused by his sister’s disappearance and Elena is offering to help him search for her, but he’s not forgotten that her brother was once his enemy. Sean soon discovers that he has a mysterious enemy who is determined to find his sister before he does. As Sean and Elena work together to find his missing sister and elude their enemy their mutual attraction grows. Their deepening affection is worrying as the ghost of Elena’s brother will always come between them. Set amongst the chaos of the gold rush in San Francisco the author does a great job of bringing both the setting and the era vividly to life, by both the descriptive narrative and the added historical details. The intriguing storyline along with the likeable and relatable characters kept me hooked. Whilst I loved the chemistry between Elena and Sean I also liked how their relationship developed throughout the story. Although part of a series I happily read it as a standalone story, but having enjoyed it I am keen to read the previous books in this series now.

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Lost and Found (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 (Logan McKenna Series)Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m such a fan of this series and yet again I was gripped throughout with this mystery, crime thriller. I loved being back with our heroine, Logan McKenna who feels like an old friend now. This story is set on the Oregon coast where commercial crabbing is big business but also a dangerous one. Logan is asked by Sam to defend a friend who she says is innocent, but with a murderer on the loose Logan needs to find the killer. Logan finds it difficult to unravel the fact from fiction in this case in order to get to the truth. With one dead body and more than one other life at risk she’s determined to investigate, however, this then puts her in danger and in the killers sights. As usual Logan is a great main character and definitely a strong female protagonist. The descriptive narrative brought both the characters and the setting vividly to life, which made me feel immersed in the storyline and engaged with the characters. The plot was full of twists and turns whilst the suspense built with each chapter, keeping me hooked!

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane Series Book 1) by Celia Hart – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane #1)Wolfbane by Celia Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging paranormal romance which kept me hooked throughout. The rules say that as a wolf shifter you should wait for the Moon Goddess to grant you your mate, which Jasmine who always follows the rules does, so no flirting and no dating. But then she meets the mysterious future alpha who is off limits but she’s drawn to him, until her first crush reappears and suddenly she’s torn between two werewolves. The complicated relationships between Jasmine and Blake and Jasmine and Luke as well as best friend Lucy makes for a storyline full of drama, angst, romance and sizzling chemistry. I loved the characters and the dynamics between them and how certain relationships changed and developed throughout the story, and the chemistry sizzled off the page. The setting came alive through the descriptive narrative and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. I was pleased there was no cliffhanger ending and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

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The Cold Kid Case (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Cold Kid Case: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Cold Kid Case: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An entertaining historical cozy mystery with an orphaned street savvy eleven year old, Sparky as the heroine. Set during the 1930’s in the Depression-era Bunker Hill neighbourhood of downtown LA, Sparky lives by her wits. When she discovers the body of a little girl on a park bench she’s accused of the murder. On a mission to clear her name, Sparky turns amateur sleuth and meets an array of colourful characters as she tries to solve the mystery and clear her name. This is a fun and at times humorous mystery with a quirky main character, in Sparky who is likeable and relatable. The setting and the era are brought to life through the descriptive narrative, and the added historical details bring the charm of the era to life including, Hollywood, movie stars, mobsters, and murder. I look forward to being back with Sparky of Bunker Hill soon!

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Sea of Demons (Blood and Sand Book 5) by Heidi Stark – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Sea of Demons: A Dark Enemies to Lovers Mafia RomanceSea of Demons: A Dark Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Heidi Stark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a dark enemies to lovers mafia romance which had me gripped throughout. Unfortunately I hadn’t read the previous books in this series, and I wish I had because the storyline appears to continue and I did feel I was missing out on the characters back stories as well. However, I did find this reverse harem dark romance entertaining and engaging, and I quickly got into the story. Devon is now with the four men of her dreams but is aware that the threat is getting closer, and having lost once he will be back with a vengeance, so the plan is to hunt him down first. Angel is glad her psycho stalker is gone but now there is an even bigger threat to their existence, but they have one chance to take him down. This definitely contains potential triggers for some as it is a particularly graphic dark romance. The storyline was full of drama and suspense and plenty of plot twists, whilst the setting and characters were brought to life through the descriptive narrative. I never felt completely immersed in the story but that was due to not having read the previous books in the series, which I would personally recommend doing.

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The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Men of Eden Cove ManorThe Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable paranormal MM romance with a Halloween feel, which kept me happily turning the pages. Lucifer is grieving the death of his mother when he decides to uncover the mystery of the ‘men of Eden Cove Manor’. He didn’t believe the town gossip until after he has a confrontation with one of the hot, mysterious Manor men. Mordecai thinks Lucifer is a nosy, reckless and impulsive brat but he’s also drawn to his chaotic energy. Although Mordecai’s intention is to teach him a lesson for violating the Manor men’s privacy, he soon discovers that Lucifer may be the answer they have been searching for. Mordecai needs to convince Lucifer that he’s the missing piece to their centuries old puzzle before it’s too late. Lucifer gets more answers than he expected when he entered Eden Cove Manor, and he may even become the town’s next secret. This is a MM romance and there are several people that make up the relationship. I liked how it was told from two characters POV which made me feel engaged with the characters. Both the characters and the setting was brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the storyline. This was a fairly short story but it was packed full of drama, action and romance which had me hooked from start to finish.

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Saint ConSaint Con by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a gripping love at first sight romance with plenty of drama and suspense which kept me hooked throughout. Former priest turned street lawyer for the homeless of Milwaukee and apparent bad boy Connor, literally bumps into self-proclaimed good girl Jessica in a wine bar. Following a passionate night together Jess is skeptical of Con’s intentions, but over the next few days he manages to charm her and she starts to believe it could be real love. However, unexpectedly Con dose not show up for their first real date and Jess thinks she’s been ghosted and is devastated. Jess then realises that Con is a actually missing but the police will not help as there is no proof he’s been harmed, and he’s not a vulnerable adult. Convinced that he’s in danger Jess enlists her friends to help find him and eventually Con is found but he’s dangerously injured and in a coma. Sadly their promising relationship may be over much too soon. This was a fairly short story but it took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it. The intriguing storyline flows well and the plot twists kept the suspense high, whilst the characters and the setting came to life making me feel fully immersed in the story. The chemistry between Jess and Con sizzled off the page and I loved their developing relationship, and was hoping they would both get their HEA. An enjoyable, entertaining and engaging read and one which I recommend reading.

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Spectral Revelations (The Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 6) by Ellen Butler – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Spectral Revelations: A Karina Cardinal Mystery (The Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 6)Spectral Revelations: A Karina Cardinal Mystery by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a fan of this series I was looking forward to catching up with our heroine Karina Cardinal, who now feels like an old friend. As usual I was hooked from page one by this gripping mystery adventure which kept me happily turning the pages. Karina’s Aunt Vera has disappeared having lied to her employer about the reason for her absence and abandoning her beloved cat Nightshade, which she would never do. As this is out of character for Vera, Karina is convinced that her Aunt is in trouble, however nothing suspicious is found when she searches her house, other than a ghost! A mischievous Civil War ghost seems to be living in Vera’s house and he keeps trashing her office, Karina realises that he’s actually helping by revealing key evidence. As the clues aren’t adding up for Karina she calls on her sister Jillian and boyfriend Rick Donovan to help. Meanwhile, the cops seem to be following faulty leads which could see Vera being arrested, but Karina just wants to find her Aunt alive. This cozy mystery has an exciting storyline, quirky characters, plenty of drama and mystery as well as a paranormal twist, all of which kept me gripped throughout. The setting and characters are brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative and I felt immersed in the story. This series seems to get better with each book, and I look forward to being back with Karina again soon!

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Joy’s Christmas Escape (The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1) by P. Creeden – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Joy’s Christmas Escape: The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1Joy’s Christmas Escape: The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1 by P. Creeden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a heartwarming romance with a festive feel which I thoroughly enjoyed. Schoolteacher Joy Stewart is looking for a Christmas miracle following the death of her grandmother who raised her dies, leaving her with debts to pay. When the man she owes money to says he will take her as payment Joy needs to find another option, and then discovers that her Grandmother already had a plan. Meanwhile, Marshal Jack Bolling is left bringing up his four year old twin niece and nephew following the tragic death of their parents. He’s struggling to find a nanny especially on his Marshal’s salary, but then his friend Pastor North suggests that he look for a wife instead. With it being so near to Christmastime he could also do with a Christmas miracle to find a suitable wife and quickly. This was an enjoyable and engaging read, and I felt fully immersed in the storyline as both the characters and setting were brought to life by the descriptive narrative. I look forward to reading the next book in this new series. This romantic story also had a lovely festive feel about it which has put me in the Christmas spirit!

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Melt My Heart (North Fork Series Book 3) by Alicia Street – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Melt My HeartMelt My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An entertaining and engaging contemporary romance which had me captivated throughout. This heartwarming romance features a mysterious letter, a secret history shared and a loveable rescued mutt. Both Wynter and Caleb have given up on love but that was before they had met each other. Wynter used to think of herself as a female Robin Hood, as a professional fundraiser working for nonprofits she enjoyed schmoozing with wealthy people, in order to talk them into donating their money to good causes. However, having fallen for a charming liar both her heart and her career were shattered, and she’s now sworn off all men. Meanwhile, Ex-Navy SEAL Caleb is fine with one night stands but he’s not looking for love. Following his last military tour, he feels that parts of him are dead, including his heart and he’s done with trying to be anyones hero. So he now makes big money selling high priced yachts and having easy flings with women. Then Wynter and Caleb meet and suddenly love is an option after all. Both Caleb and Wynter are likeable and relatable characters and I loved their developing relationship throughout the story. Each book in the series can be read as a standalone story.

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another enjoyable, engaging and heartwarming romance set in the small town of Langston Falls. I love being back with the Bennett family, and I really felt for Becky Bennett who has four very fiercely protective older brothers. I loved this slow burn, forbidden love story between YouTube sensation Becky who’s cooking show, The Farmer’s Daughter is a big hit, and lumberjack Glen. For Becky although she loves being an online success and the queen of Bennett Farms, she still daydreams about working in the garden of her own house wearing her big floppy hats and overalls. Glen and Becky’s family do not get on, not surprising after Glen nearly killed one of her brothers, and she never expected to develop feelings for him but now that he’s sober, he’s more humble and is easy to talk. When their secret pining is exposed and knowing her family will never approve Becky leaves town, followed by Glen. The two frenemies can’t fight their feelings any longer which results in a steamy and passionate night together, however, as their relationship develops a dark secret is revealed. As usual the descriptive narrative brought both the small town setting and the characters vividly to life, which made me feel fully immersed in the story. The chemistry between Becky and Glen sizzled off the page and I liked how their forbidden romance developed throughout the book. I was hooked from start to finish and the promised HEA!

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging romantic comedy with added Christmas magic! Lizzie already hates Christmas and then she loses both her job and her apartment two weeks before the holiday. So when her best friend Shona’s boyfriend cheats on her and leaves her with a non-refundable ticket to Australia, Lizzie decides to spend her redundancy payout and buy the ticket. Lizzie heads off to Australia with plans of forgetting Christmas, however she soon discovers that even in beachside Sydney the festive spirit is alive. Lizzie keeps bumping into Jaz, a surfer guy who she finds attractive and is even tempted to except his invite to Christmas lunch. However, Jaz is a single father with a lot of baggage and she’s only looking for a holiday romance, isn’t she?! No spoilers, I recommend picking up the book and reading this heartwarming and fun holiday romance, which will put you in the Christmas spirit.

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