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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Jonell Collins

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters, #1)Eagle of the Empire by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Although it seems that Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson is a young adult book, I enjoyed it a great deal. I love history and I especially enjoy any fiction book that motivates me to do some further research. The Ninth Legion of Rome provided many rabbit holes for me to trot down. The characters in the story are all strong and intriguing with strong leads into more revelations of each character in the next book. This is a series I will be watching.

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Tompkin’s School: For The Extraordinarily Talented (A Supernatural Academy Trilogy Book 1) by Tabi Slick – Review by Jonell Collins

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Tompkin's School For The Extraordinarily Talented (Supernatural Trilogy #1)Tompkin’s School For The Extraordinarily Talented by Tabi Slick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tompkin’s School: For The Extraordinarily Talented (A Supernatural Academy Trilogy Book 1) by Tabi Slick is a great introduction to this series. The Torvik, twins Izzy and Kain are great characters, can’t wait to see their development in future stories. The world the author builds, seems familiar but also new and strange. The story kept my interest and kept me turning pages. I must say I was not prepared for the cliff hanger. I am looking forward to the next one.

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Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Jonell Collins

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Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers #6)Virtually Gone by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Many of us have tragic things happen in our lives. Things that are never far from our hearts and minds. In Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar , detective Matthew Roy…has just that situation. Pulled into a serial killer’s path of destruction Matt will have to deal with the pain from a past tragedy. Will he be able to set that aside to catch this killer? It’s an enlightening journey to get into his head. This story comes with a promise of a future romance. I really like those slow starters.

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Being Lost (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Jonell Collins

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Being Lost (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #1)Being Lost by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Being Lost (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #1) by Manda Mellett , is a great love story. A classic woman in trouble, man stops to help read. It is all that and more. Plenty of action and suspense. Lost is a man unsure of himself and in bondage to his past. Patsy and Lost together have certain aspects of their past they must deal with in order to forge a future. When we allow ourselves to be chained to the past we can never move forward. And sometimes the forward is such a rich adventure, it would be a shame to miss it. This story illustrates that. Be forewarned, there is much mature language in the story and some very mature situations.

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Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Jonell Collins

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Boy on HoldBoy on Hold by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great book Boy on Hold by JD Spero is. A good clean little who done it, although the culprits are given to you early, this story is built around giving you the clues to build the case yourself. I love how Hen comes to learn about truth and how he learns about forgiveness. The way the author shares an awareness about schizophrenia is great. I love really good stories that teach us something on the journey. And this is a good story. Even a very tasteful romance. A good clean read…. you can’t go wrong with this book.

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Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Jonell Collins

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Golden VoidGolden Void by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have to say Bravo for Megan! In Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides Megan finally finds her voice. Its been quite the journey for Megan, finding her place in the world. Sometimes while reading these Black Blade books I’m not really sure what’s going on. The beauty of that is…. The characters don’t know either. But the characters are all well fleshed out, intriguing and totally believable, and the world building is superb. I loved the background on Kendrick in this book and hope there will be more to her story. Thanks for an interesting read.

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Jonell Collins

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DeletedDeleted by Ruth Mitchell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to say this was a very scary story. George Orwell type of scary. Deleted by Ruth Mitchell is quite an alarming story because the possibilities are so frightening. If you are as old as I am and you have seen the amazing things that have occurred in the last fifty years….then you will feel just as alarmed as I felt. Ms. Mitchell paints a world where no one is without an eyepiece that is in constant contact with the wearer, much like so many of us are with our cell phones. Much like Siri programs. As we follow Lucy and Marco and the events that unfold in their lives this excellent story gives you much to think about. I heard a slogan years ago…if you can think it, you can do it. Lets hope not.

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Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Jonell Collins

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Girl Trap (Madeline Dawkins #3)Girl Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What can I say about Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton. I can say it’s a great little mystery. I can say it has great characters. I can say it has an intricate plot that totally blind sided me. But there’s so much more to this story. Not only has Ms. Hamilton created a great story she doubled it up. You get two for one in this escapade. Madeline’s story and Mike’s story. I love all things Madeline and Mike but I especially love the way Madeline works through her own tragedies. We get an up close and personal look at how someone copes with the traumas of life. Great mystery, great action and just the right touch of good clean romance. Cynthia Hamilton is a name I will remember and one I will only be too happy to pass along to others.

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

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

Its not like I don’t already have enough series that I must keep up with, but, Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes has been added to the list. This is a great shifter story and if the next ones are as good as this one this will shape up to be a really good series. The characters are all interesting and well tailored. Although there are many characters the focus is on the main ones with just enough information to start your anticipation for the next book in this really excellent series. The romance between Louvette and Arsen is very palpable and so very sweet. Some good clean love without the icky factor, may be what I love about this book the most. A very enjoyable read.

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Love the Way You Dance by Allison M. Boot – Review by Jonell Collins

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

Love the Way You Dance by Allison M. Boot is another winner. This is just a very heartwarming feel good tale. The characters in her tale have such strong individual characteristics and they are so well described; you almost feel like you know these folks. I love the encouraging story that Ms. Boot has woven for us. A tale about possibilities, and so much that is positive in a world that is all too negative these days. You get all the warm fuzzies with this one.

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice Book 1) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Jonell Collins

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice, #1)Boundaries by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was immediately hooked into Boundaries (Scope of Practice Book 1) by Jessica Aiken-Hall. Because I am a survivor. Even though Val is the star of this show, Maggie’s story was similar to my own. This book can seem quite raw for those that have never faced these ghosts, but people cannot write about things they do not know. You should know you are not alone. If you are a survivor this story will resonate with you. I had to keep checking myself to make sure I remembered who I am today. A survivor. Great book, it will make you think.

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Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds – Review by Jonell Collins

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Heart of Malice (Alice Worth, #1)Heart of Malice by Lisa Edmonds
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds was one terrific book. The characters are all very well developed and so very unique. The plot was very well thought out, every action the characters take, and the rationales behind those actions. The story in and of itself is mind snagging but the thirst for more is tantalizing. Be warned there is mature content to this story, not so much that you are constantly skipping through it but it is in there. So be forewarned. Great action, great dialogue. Worth a good read.

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A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore – Review by Jonell Collins

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

I loved A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore. A great little who-done-it. Kept me guessing almost till the very end. A little romance, (good clean reading), intriguing mystery and I really liked that it was a family affair. Really great characters, and the beach town was marvelous. Made me want to go to the beach. I look forward to seeing Beck and her family in more stories like this.

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Grace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Jonell Collins

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

Grace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson Peterson is a very well spun story. Some books you read for the history, some you read for love, and some you read just cause you like a good story. This book is that good story. I could totally identify with Grace, because I have been that odd man out. Eccentricity is rarely loved by the rest of the world. This is a great story for young people but adults will love it too. I know I did! I hope we see Grace and her friends in another story, these characters are way to good to only travel with once.

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Saint Code: The Lost (Saint Code Book 1) by Megan Mackie – Review by Jonell Collins

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Saint Code: Lost: Book Four of the Lucky Devil SeriesSaint Code: Lost: Book Four of the Lucky Devil Series by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to tell you Megan Mackie has become one of my favorite authors. Saint Code: The Lost (Saint Code Book 1) was a fantastic story. Characters that we were introduced to in Finder of the Lucky Devil make an appearance in this excellent story. With the back story. And with subtle mystery that builds anticipation for more. At first it took me a minute or two to figure out what was going on with St. Augustina, but when I did the rest of the book was a page turner for me. The characters in this story are over the top with personality, and the backdrop, the world the story takes place in is wonderfully bizarre. A lot of books I just read and pass along but Megan Mackie’s books are keepers for me.

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Jonell Collins

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was certainly a great book. I loved the mythology, I loved the history, I loved the idea of someone stuck outside his timeline. In The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro, we follow Evan on a journey that to him seems unreal. All your favorite mythical creatures are here and maybe even some you’ve never heard of, with a lot of the back story on these characters. Gods and historical people alike. I love how the author intertwines some of our own cultural discord into the story. The characters are interesting and intriguing, the world is well described, you can almost taste the salt in the sea. An all-around wonderful story to cuddle up to, well worth your read. I will be reading the next one in this series for sure.

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

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

Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Series Book 3) by Victoria Grant is a great little romance. Caroline and Charles feel the connection, can make the connection, but can’t seem to keep the connection. This is truly a story about opposites. Opposites certainly attract but can they stay together. If you like a sizzling, panting love story this is one for you.

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A High Price to Pay (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 2) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Jonell Collins

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A High Price to Pay (Madeline Dawkins, #2)A High Price to Pay by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again Cynthia Hamilton delivers a great story. In A High Price to Pay (Madeline Dawkins Mysteries Book 2) we follow the continuing story of Madeline Dawkins. Now the proud owner of her own detective agency we follow Madeline on an exciting journey. Not only does her past come back to haunt her but the double jeopardy of a new case lands on her plate. That rapidly becomes a triple play. I loved watching the evolution of Madeline in this story and I love how her partner Mike is all about her. This one was a page turner for sure and you will not be disappointed.

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Perfect by Tricia Copeland – Review by Jonell Collins

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PerfectPerfect by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well if I could find nothing else to say about this book, I can say it was quite unusual for me. I have never read a book that had alternate endings and I could not imagine how that could turn out. Perfect by Tricia Copeland turned out to be a great story. I like how Chloe did not limit herself. I like her boldness and how she has these internal conversations with herself and her honesty. Let’s face it we lie to ourselves more than anybody. I can’t say how I wanted this to turn out and it may be that I need to mull it over a while. The ending was quite a surprise for me. A good clean romance that was not uncomfortable in any way.

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Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance by T. Christensen – Review by Jonell Collins

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Humiliating RevengeHumiliating Revenge by T. Christensen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a great love story. Humiliating Revenge by T.Christensen, is not a story for the under 18 crowd. More hot and steamy than I care for but you may be a little different. It doesn’t start out as a love story, almost a hate story, but there’s always the back story. Always a little more going on than you see on the surface. Liv and Calum have great chemistry, but they are both so good at cutting their own throats. These two don’t need enemies they are their own worst enemy. One has too much pride and the other carries too much shame. The characters are great, and the background that the author uses with Mixed Martial Arts makes for quite an interesting and creative tale.

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Just the Way You Are by Allison M. Boot – Review by Jonell Collins

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Just the Way You AreJust the Way You Are by Allison M Boot
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just the Way You Are by Allison M. Boot, is a great book for young people. It’s a great book for any young person especially a young person that may be handicapped. Misty is such a compelling heroine. Stubborn, fearless, and tenacious. It’s a great story about you never know till you try. Good advice for any person. Just try. It was kind of a mental trap for me because my mind kept trying to put the story in a Medieval setting, but clearly it’s not but then I realized any young person reading this story will have no problem wrapping their mind around it. Just the right amount of good clean romance. This book is worth your time.

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

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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

Let me say that I have been reading for many, many years. In all those years of reading I can’t recall reading any book that blind sided me like this one. And The River Runs Deep: The Cold Case Murder Mystery of Leah Marcus by A.J. Ullman is so skillfully written it will have you looking up these people on Google. Especially if you, like me, missed the page that says “This book is a work of fiction”. It doesn’t feel like fiction. The author has so skillfully woven his fiction into the tapestry of truth it’s almost indiscernible. I like that “Gotcha” moment. It so rarely happens. A.J. Ullman is an author I will definitely be reading again.

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SPOUSE TRAP: Madeline Dawkins Mysteries (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 1) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Jonell Collins

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Spouse Trap (Madeline Dawkins, #1)Spouse Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a horrifying mess poor Madeline had to overcome. It seems nearly impossible. SPOUSE TRAP: Madeline Dawkins Mysteries (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 1) by Cynthia Hamilton, was an excellent read. I so appreciated Madeline’s journey. I have to say I am proud of her. This is an excellent first book in a series because I can tell you I am hooked. The characters, especially Madeline were all well fleshed out and intriguing.The world Madeline lives in is well put together. There is just nothing about this book that doesn’t feel real. It pulls you in. Great writing, great story, I can’t wait for book two.

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HIT AND RUN by Diane Hester – Review by Jonell Collins

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Hit and RunHit and Run by Diane Hester
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hit and Run by Diane Hester is a great page turning thriller. I must confess I read it all in one sitting. I really could not put it down. So many twists and plots you really can’t put it down. The slow burning romance is just right. The action, and deep thinking to solve the mystery all came in just the right doses to keep me in this book till the end. To say I was not disappointed is an understatement. Diane Hester is a name I will remember when looking for a good book to get lost in.

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Bargaining (Hero High Book 3) by Mina Chara – Review by Jonell Collins

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Bargaining (Hero High, #3)Bargaining by Mina Chara
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a book with quite a different flip on the super hero stories. Bargaining (Hero High Book 3) by Mina Chara by Mina Chara was an interesting read. Anyone who is into super heroes will enjoy this story. Some good clean romance that I can see leading to more stories about Hero High as this little romance seems an impossibility. David’s confession to Friday that he was gay seems an odd hanging thread unless it too will launch another story. Lots of possibilities for future reads in this little book.

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Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Jonell Collins

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TorchTorch by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I just love dystopian stories. Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland did not disappoint. It’s geared towards the young adult crowd but adults will enjoy this one too. I loved the story, the characters and the great world the author has set up for us. I got a little bogged down in the preparation details but hey I am old. Folks that are really into dystopian novels and survivor type details are really going to love this one. This one is book 2 and I for sure will be reading book 3. Cause you know, I gotta know.

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How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham – Review by Jonell Collins

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How (Stalker Series, 3)How by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

How (Stalker Series 3) by Megan Mitcham is a good little psycho thriller. It didn’t turn out quite how I imagined but I was close. Now come on don’t act like you don’t try to figure out the who-done-its. A little twist here and there. Of course, there is romance a bit more sizzle than I care for but hey different strokes for different folks. Definitely not a book for young adults. If you like to be kept guessing this book will do it for you.

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Phoenix Team One: Selected (Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team Book 1) by Claire Luana – Review by Jonell Collins

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Phoenix Team One: Selected (Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team Book 1)Phoenix Team One: Selected by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun little story Phoenix Team One: Selected (Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team Book 1) by Clair Luana was. Some sadness, a little romance, plenty of action and mystery. This story is a quick little read and well worth your time. It’s well written and the lead character Zariya Chanji is quite enchanting. Reads like the start of a really good series to me.

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Arrows Tipped with Honey (Natural Forces Book 2) by Jean Gill – Review by Jonell Collins

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Arrows Tipped with Honey (Natural Forces #2)Arrows Tipped with Honey by Jean Gill
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! Just wow! I don’t mind telling you, I read this book from cover to cover in one sitting. Because….Yes it is that good. This is a story about perfection. Who says what perfection is? Is it the same for all? Should it be? And if it’s not what happens to the “others”? Such great characters and such a wonderful world the author has led us to. Although Arrows Tipped with Honey (Natural Forces Book 2) by Jean Gill is the second of this series, it was my first read through this world. I will be rectifying that issue before dawn tomorrow. In many ways this book reflects some of the social change that is going on in our world today, but it is so skillfully written you almost don’t notice. If you are looking for a great adventure….Read this Book!

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Kat’s Conundrum (Raven and Hummingbird Book 3) by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Jonell Collins

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Kat's Conundrum (Raven and Hummingbird Book 3)Kat’s Conundrum by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have enjoyed the Raven and Hummingbird books. I’m pretty sure Kat’s Conundrum, Raven and Hummingbird book 3 by Nikki Broadwell, is my favorite so far. Kat and Bran are quite interesting characters, and in this third book MS. Broadwell paints even more character into their personalities. Not only theirs but even the supporting players in this little tale. The new characters she introduces are no less interesting. Wonderful, rich worldbuilding, and not just one, the many dimensions that Kat has access to are well described and artfully crafted. I love this book and the ending was so perfect. This is a story you won’t want to miss.

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