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Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance Book 5) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kelli Harper

Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance)Let It Be Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a super sweet book. A small-town mayor and a Pop Princess meet, develop a relationship, and prove to the world that normal and extraordinary can work.
Eric is a small-town mayor, and he is a private person, but can he overcome his need for privacy and allow himself to be seen in public with one of the most recognizable pop stars ever?
Kiki is trying to break out of the Pop world and write more mature music. She wants to embrace the fact that she is no longer the child star that she once was and PROVE to the world that she is more than the flashy outfits.
The couple is thrown a few road blocks so lets see if they can dodge the obstacles.
This is the fifth book in the series but I haven’t read the first four and had no problems understanding the plot and figuring out the secondary characters and their part in the story.

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All Tyed Up by Julia Harlow – Review by Jana Teppih

All Tyed UpAll Tyed Up by Julia Harlow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

All Tyed Up is a standalone by Julia Harlow and it is the first book I have read by this writer and I have to say that I really enjoyed it. I gave it four stars and let me tell you why.
All Tyed Up is a story of Isabel Beachwood and Tyberius Ty Griffin. Isabel is an enigmatic 25-year old app designer and Ty is a ruthless businessman and a CEO of Grandin Financial, the company taking over the company that Isabel is working for and therefore also responsible for Isabel losing her job. It is very unfortunate how they decide based on seniority and not based on the performance and that is something that Ty has actually issues with.
I loved how Julia had Isabel and Ty to meet first outside their workplace – as Isabel was losing her job, she had to give up her rental apartment and she had to get rid some of her furniture and Ty came for the table that Isabel so loved.
Isabel is described as a plus size but at the same time the way it was expressed it seemed that she was most likely a curvy girl, I can see how her perception of herself was of a plus size woman due to the mental and emotional abuse she suffered in the hands of her stepfather.
Something that bothered me and why I am giving 4 stars is the dropping of brand names, for me, it took something away from the story and did not let the story flow as it could have. Otherwise I think Julia has created a fun story that you can easily spend a great evening with AND let’s not forget about all the great minor characters … I wonder if Julia will have a follow up for this story, I would totally be in the line for reading it!

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Unloved (Unwilling #2) by K.D. Wood – Review by Sheri Schrader

Unloved (Unwilling #2)Unloved by K.D. Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unloved is by K.D. Wood and is the second book in the Unwilling series. This book is best enjoyed after reading the first book. It picks up close to where the first book left off. The story continues after Neely returns from New Zealand. She is trying to figure out what happened to her still and pick up the pieces of her life. Hayden wants to move on and advance his relationship with Neely. The problem is that she has received a communication from Andrew that is bringing Neely back into his reaches as well as his mother’s. To make things worse the Tribal guard has come from New Zealand and Andrew’s mother is making demands of Neely threatening the people she loves.
There is much going on and I will not go into more detail. I do not want to wreck the book for anyone else. Like the first book there are twists and turns. When you think, you know exactly where the story is going there is a twist. The characters are well written and the story is a great progression. This is not the typical romance book. There are some supernatural forces at work again and some fantasy.
Neely is somewhat frustrating to me. I understand all the decisions she is making, some forced are difficult, but her reasoning at times drives me over the edge. I know some was to add tension to the story and also, she is young and inexperienced. Overall I really enjoyed the story and I am looking forward to third book in the series.

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Salvage Him (Highland Park Chronicles, #1) by Sydney Aaliyah Michelle – Review by Jenni Bishop

Salvage Him (Highland Park Chronicles, #1)Salvage Him by Sydney Aaliyah Michelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Salvage Him is the first book in the Highland Park Chronicles by Sydney Aaliyah Michelle. Salvage him is a BDSM erotica romance and is one steamy story. You will be hooked from the very beginning. I loved the main characters, Harrison and Brooklyn, who have one sizzling connection but they find themselves in a very complicated situation. You will also enjoy the rest of the motley crew and find yourself often laughing along with them.

Brooklyn left one relationship for another but was it the right move? She is married to Paul, an older man, but she knows in her heart that something is missing, she no longer feels love for her husband. Brooklyn thought she was happy with her life, done with the lifestyle she ran away from but when she meets others from the lifestyle she once led, she realises that her husband can no longer fulfill her needs. Brooklyn is unable to control the connection she feels when she meets Harrison. He and his friends are building her new house and each of them are hot, sexy alpha males.

Harrison has never felt the connection he has felt, with the beautiful and sexy woman he is helping to build the house for. He can’t seem to control himself when she is around and wants to punch that so called husband of hers, but she is married to him and it is sorely testing his nerves. He doesn’t just want her, he needs her and he knows that she needs him too.

Will Harrison be able to save her? Will Brooklyn be able to walk away from her loveless marriage? Will her husband let her walk away from their marriage?

Sydney Aaliyah Michelle has written a gripping and twisting tale that will see you wanting to eat up each had every word and your emotions will definitely run high throughout this book. I look forward to reading the second book of the Highland Park Chronicles.

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No Place to Hide (Rocking Racers, #2) by Megan Lowe – Review by Angela Shirley

No Place to Hide (Rocking Racers, #2)No Place to Hide by Megan Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Place to Hide is the second book in the Rocking Racers series and entwines the lives of Cole and McKinley as kids they were best friends until something happened and overnight they both lost each other at the age of five. Will a chance meeting again have the sparks flying again.

Cole and McKinley have known each other since they were five years old living across the road from each other. They went everywhere together and was the best of friends, he was her escape when her parents were arguing until one day he vanishes and she feels abandoned.

Kinley lost her best friend overnight and her mother has always blames Cole and his father for the break of her family. Although at such a young age she has believed the bitterness which her mother has forced upon her so when a chance meeting at a gala, can Mcknley missing the I forgive him enough to get to know the man he is now.

Cole is now a riding sensation, he is the champion at SuperMoto and is now signed with Ryan Racing. He is at the gala for Ryan racing sponsors and his eyes are instantly drawn to her, the girl he has not seen in years but still has feelings for. But will they be able to be more than friends, him the hot racer and her the rock star.

The story continues with how the two of them resolve the past history and become an item, although they have elements against them with a mother/manager who is determined to break them up but once Cole takes her to Booker to meet his adoptive family they become stronger within the relationship. I loved the characters within this book, you are willing these two characters to love each other and I was screaming at the ereader with some of the schemes they have to fight against. This is the second book I have read by this author and enjoy the style of writing, you feel like these characters become your friends and can’t wait for the next book in this series.

Review by @ashirley

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See You in September (The Refuge #1) by Debbie Zello – Review by Jenni Bishop

See You in September (The Refuge #1)See You in September by Debbie Zello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

See You in September is the first book in the Refuge series by Debbie Zello and the first book by this author. The characters are well written and is full of passion, the book is a great read that will definitely satisfy the romantic within you and keep you hooked from the first page until the last.

When Cheri Winslow Gates entered her home she encountered far more than she thought she would ever see. The scene before her sends her fleeing and now realising her life has been a total lie. Now she is finally getting her life back together, after her divorce Cheri thought she would never put the past behind her. Starting over is not on her radar but when a sexy new neighbour enters her life, could she learn how to start living again? But will all her happiness be tested when the one who hurt her suddenly appears in her life again? What will happen when past and future collide? Will Cheri be bought to her knees and have her life crashing down around her?

Gareth Marshall is finally getting a long needed vacation and it is sure to be a vacation to remember. When he discovers a beautiful mermaid on the beach his life is changed forever. This beautiful creature is his neighbour, a neighbour that he can’t keep out of his mind, one he wants to know better but is that even possible when you live thousand of miles away? Can you do that when you travel the world with your job? What starts as a friendship develops into so much more, but will it survive?

This is a beautiful romance story, but the underlying story is fraught with lots of pain and anguish. This twist will keep you guessing and wondering what will happen next. How much heartache can one person take? The characters are wonderfully written and it is a romance that will leave you wanting more.

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Only (Alex Conner Chronicles, #3) by Parker Sinclair – Review by Angela Shirley

Only (Alex Conner Chronicles, #3)Only by Parker Sinclair
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Only is the third book in the Alex Connor chronicles and follows on from book two where Alex was kidnapped by the Fae King. Can Alex escape the clutches of the King and not given in to the demands he has forced on her or will she not have a choice?

Alex is a newly discovered Hybrid Earthen Protector who is just trying to process the new powers she has, but before she knows what has happened to her she is kidnapped and slung in a cage in the Fae kingdom. While Alex is locked up the Fae king wants something from Alex but she is determined to hold out and not give in. But it is becoming harder for her to keep her resolve as each time she is give the drug concoction she is losing her memories of her loyal friends and her life as she knows it.

As time goes on the dream world starts to become the reality and that the Fae king is slowly wearing her down until Alex sees some of her friends who give her an incentive to carry on and resist the king and his advances. As the story continues poor Alex is put into various situations where she sees new and old friends fight to risk their lives to help.

I will echo the other reviews you really can’t read this as a stand-alone book as the other two books give a lot of the back story and brings you into the world of Avalon and Alex’s struggle so far. Parker Sinclair has brought us back into the world of fantasy and it is also a pleasure reading the adventures of this strong, loving young woman. All her characters including the secondary characters has guts and fire and you feel part of the story as you read. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.

Review by @ashirley

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The Caretaker (The Sin Bin, #2) by Dahlia Donovan – Review by Angela Shirley

The Caretaker (The Sin Bin, #2)The Caretaker by Dahlia Donovan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Caretaker is a love story following the lives of Freddie and Tiane, with the ups and downs that their relationship has over the cause of the story.

Freddie is a fun loving guy who has a tough job in being a nurse who deals with the terminally ill patients. He has have a tough life being bullied due to the fact he had two fathers, although he had love in his life from those two strong men, their family pushed against convention and that is what his peers could not stand.

While making a stand against his overbearing fathers he moved to Cardiff where he has the same bullying by every time it seems he has some unmentionable disgusting vile words written over his car or his front door, this morning was no different. Plastered on his Mini was the vile words relation to his sexuality, Freddie reports the act to the police but is under no illusion that they will be caught. So Freddie goes along with his job and drives to his patient Graham in Cornwall, he enjoyed visiting Graham as he could stop in on the way to visit his parents.

Tiane is a rather large retired rugby player who enjoys his life and his hamster, yes you read right a Hamster called Speedy. Tiane has decided to take a journey to see his team mate BC and his partner in Cornwall. So as Tiane gets comfortable in the bed and breakfast along come a bright green mini. As Freddie gets out of his car he is bombard by these hunky man who are causing regarding the state of the car and wondering if Freddie has reported the shameful words plastered on the side of it.

Freddie assures the guys that he has reported it to the police and that he will get the repairs done when he gets back to Cardiff, while Freddie is looking after BC’s partner Graham he feels eyes following him and when he turns around Tiane is starring at him with lust in his eyes.

Tiane has always be Bio curious and has enjoyed relationships with both sexes, but he has never had such draw to one person so Freddie is special to him and he does not want to scare him off. Although Tiane feels these feelings his is fully aware of the age difference, so he treads carefully.

As the story continues you understand that within Freddie’s life he has wanting to live life but has not found the right partner to do this with and with the constant overbearing parent he has never had a relationship which lasts. Tiane is a little worried about the age difference but he has never let what other people think put him off getting what he wants. So when he decides to follow Freddie on holiday there whole world turns upside down.

This is the second book in the Sin Bin series and also the second book I have read by this author, I enjoy the way the author creates great characters who you can relate too. I enjoy the way she writes these macho alpha men who have these soft loving side. I can not wait to read more stories in this series and more books by this author.

Review by @ashirley

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For Forester (For You, #2) by J. Nathan – Review by Jenni Bishop

For Forester (For You, #2)For Forester by J. Nathan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For Forester is the second book in the For You series by J. Nathan. It is a standalone contemporary sports romance that is sweet, sexy and heartfelt. The story is told from the two main characters points of view, which I love. J. Nathan once again has a hit with this story that have you turning page after page soaking it up right to the end. J. Nathan’s writing flows effortlessly an interesting plot and a storyline that has that perfect blend of sexyness and sweetness.

Marin finds herself kicking her cheating husband to the curb and trying to pick up the pieces of her life. When she comes face to face with her neighbour, who is no longer the young boy, she asks him to spend time with her young son, to be a role model for him. What Marin doesn’t realise is that what she is asking for will change her life. It seems that a certain young man makes an impression on both Marin and her son CJ. Can Marin overcome the age gap between them? Will Marin be swept off her feet? Will Marin’s ex make life to difficult for them to be together? Will Marin realise just how good life can be with the right man?

Trace is one young man who knows who he is and what he wants. He is sweet and thoughtful, sexy and comfortable with who he is. He is self-assured and oozes confidence which makes him seem more mature than someone his age. When he sets his eyes on his sexy neighbour all his fantasies flash before his eyes. Trace decides to go after what he wants and what he wants is Marin and her son CJ. When things get tough will Trace walk away or will he fight for what he wants? Will Trace realise that what he has never had is the one thing he really wants?

Marin is one tough girl who can truly be who she is with Trace. It is a beautiful story that hits all the right spots and will leave you wanting more. I am looking forward to seeing what J. Nathan has in store for us next.

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Inevitably Yours (Imagine Ink, #4) by Verlene Landon – Review by Jenni Bishop

Inevitably Yours (Imagine Ink, #4)Inevitably Yours by Verlene Landon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Inevitably Yours is the fourth book in the Imagine Ink series by Verlene Landon and just like all the other books this one did not disappoint. I have loved each and every book in the series and the characters just jump into your heart. This book can be read as a standalone but reading the other books first will ensure you have the whole picture of the world in which these wonderful people live. You will find yourself laughing out loud at their antics, crying along when things are sad and crying tears of joy at heartfelt moments. Valerne is one talented writer that you certainly do not want to miss.

This book focuses on Gus who is the one friend who is always there for her friends and knows how to take care of them. She is a free spirit and is willing to help them in every way that she possibly can. Her closest friends are also her family and she has made the ultimate sacrifice for two of those friends. Gus is unselfishly carrying the special gift of a baby but doing so means that she is possibly sacrificing a life with the man she loves.

John is our other main character in this book and he has faced tragedies in his life which have caused him to take on more than his fair share. It has caused some demons that have changed him from the man he once was, a man that keeps thing close to his heart, a man that has to rationalise everything and likes things in order. He is scared that in order to have a relationship means he has to give up control, lose control and that is not something he is sure he can do.

Can John face his demons and move on? Will Gus be the one to help him move forward? Will John be able to let go before he loses what he loves before it is too late? Will Gus be able to keep the man she loves? Will she let him go to set him free?

I love this can’t wait for the next installment to the Imagine Ink world.

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All Tyed Up by Julia Harlow – Review by Angela Shirley

All Tyed UpAll Tyed Up by Julia Harlow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

All tyed up is a novel by Julia Harlow and follow the rollercoaster romance of Ty and Isabel. Will the Financial wiz by able to capture the heart of Isabel or will his position within the company stop her from truly loving him.

The book opens with Isabel selling her antiques as she has recently lost her job and is having to move from the Victorian house she is renting and move in with her step sister in her apartment. As she answers the door to meet the guy who has shown interest in her Carmel table she is struck by how handsome this man is, as the conversation goes on he offers her what she wanted for the table but he only has $500.00 and she has no change to give him. Being the gentleman he is he tells her to keep the change but being the stubborn woman she is she arranges to give him the $50.00 change the next day.

Ty is blown away by how beautiful this woman is, she is not his usual type of woman which makes this all the more intriguing. After he gave her his business card to drop his change off the next day he was thinking and wishing to meet this woman again. But Isabel has her own problems when she read the card she realises that the man is only the CEO of the company who has brought her original work out and has sacked her under the stupid rule last in first out.

As the story goes on you get to see this hunk of a man full for the beautiful, sassy and strong woman in Isabel. You get to understand the doubts which Isabel faces and that she has body confidence issues but Ty is slowly breaking them down. The only down side I had with the book is the story flits from story to sub story and at some parts I was wondering if I was reading a different book.

I loved the characters of Ty and Isabel and enjoyed them happily ever after, this is the second book I have read by this author and would love to read more in the future.

Review by @ashirley

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Virtue of Death by Randi Perrin – Review by Sheri Schrader

Virtue of DeathVirtue of Death by Randi Perrin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Virtue of Death by Randi Perrin is the first in the Earthbound Angels series. The story is about Sera an Angel of Death. At the age of eighteen Sera has plans to go to culinary school but there are also other plans beyond her control for her. She has been chosen as an Earthbound angel of death. Her duty is to guide souls to the afterlife. At the age of 30, she is challenged because she has a hard time letting someone become her someone special. During the day, she is a successful baker and at night she fulfills her higher calling. Her challenge is she might be falling for someone but can she trust him in her life. Sera has a great friend Cheryl who is a great balance to Sera. Also, there is Destin, he is not a part of Sera’s secret life but works his way into her life in other more romantic ways. Can Sera trust Destin not to break her heart and also with her secret?
This story is a fantastic paranormal, romance that makes you want to believe in angels. Sera is strong and fantastic in many ways. Also, her baking made me crave sweets, lol. If you enjoy a story with some fantasy and reality mixed in this is a great story for you. There are challenges to overcome and love on the horizon. I really enjoyed the mix of characters. The writing and story are well done. I like something that has an original slant and good writing.

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No Place to Hide (Rocking Racers, #2) by Megan Lowe – Review by Jenni Bishop

No Place to Hide (Rocking Racers, #2)No Place to Hide by Megan Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

No Place to hide is the second book in the Rocking Racers series by Megan Lowe. It can read as a standalone but I would read them in the order they are written so you don’t miss out on the background of the other characters. You will fall in love with each one of the characters from both stories as they are well developed and they have a background you can relate to. This story is more than romance, it is about two people trying to find themselves and finding that connection that makes them feel whole but can that happen when you are continually pulled in different directions.   The events that went on with the separation between her parents, have left McKnley hardened and hateful. Over twenty years have passed since the one person, your best friend was whisked away without a word, now he stands before you unexpectedly. They never got to say goodbye, but what is there to say? He ruined her life? Being in the limelight isn’t easy when you are the bad girl of a famous rock n roll band, McKnley has everything she wants but at the same time she is empty, she wants more. All she wants is to be true to herself.

Cole has finally signed on by Ryan Racing as a professional bike rider. Riding his bike and having the Ryans as his family and believing in him and having his back, just goes to prove dreams can come true. Coming face to face again with the girl from his past, McKnley Rhoades is even better. Can Cole convince McKnley that he is not responsible for ruining her family? Can he convince her he is a good guy and worthy of her friendship and possibly more?

This book is about complicated relationships with family. It shows you that love is worth the fight if only you can let go of and break free of the past. It shows you that family does not always have to be blood but that it can be who you chose. I have fallen in love with the characters in this series and can not wait to see what Megan has in store for them next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Wet (Love in Lone Star #1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Jenni Bishop

Wet (Love in Lone Star #1)Wet by Ashley Bostock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wet is the first book in the Love in Lone Star series written by Ashley Bostock. This is a compelling read that will see you with a smile on your face and laughing at times when you least expect it. It will have you feeling for the main character Miranda and find you wanting to slap some sense into people for their actions. I love stories that are written in the characters point of view, I find it adds depth and feeling to the characters and this one doesn’t disappoint.

Miranda Phillips is a lonely young woman who has a shitty past, a past she is trying hard to put behind her. She knows she was stupid and did some things she would rather not think about but living in a small town where people are not willing to forgive and forget makes it hard to move on. People with prejudice will always bring you down. Will Miranda ever be able to prove she is more than her past? Will people finally let go of the past? Will she lose out on love just because of those prejudices?

Ryan John is finally finding his way in the small town in which he lives. He knows what people can be like and is not willing to do anything that will put his standing in jeopardy, nothing that will cause his family any harm. But could he be making the biggest mistake of his life? Could he be letting his one chance at happiness, real happiness pass him by? Is he really as judgemental as those around him? Will it take someone close to him to point out that you should practice what you preach? Will he be able to see the other side of the story before it is too late? Is he really about to lose it all just because people are unwilling to see what is before their eyes? Will he finally see those for what they really are? Will he expose those who are hell bent on destroying all he has?

This story is all about second chances. It is a story of letting go of the past and stepping into the future.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Sawyer & Fin (Adventurous Hearts #1) by Zeia Jameson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Sawyer & Fin (Adventurous Hearts #1)Sawyer & Fin by Zeia Jameson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fin has been labeled a troublemaker in her town and has made some bad choices in her past. Fin is trying to make up for the pain she has caused by staying out of trouble and showing she can be responsible. Fin finds herself trying to keep her younger sister from making bad choices just like she did and hoping one day that she will be forgiven for that one tragic night. But whilst Fin is trying to do that she is suppressing who she really is. Not only does the town need to forgive her but she needs to forgive herself and maybe, just maybe the new guy in town could be the one to do it. Will Fin risk it all and reveal her past and that one tragic night? Will her past be the one thing that ruins what he thinks of her? Will it stop her from moving forward? Will it make him run? Will Fin find the forgiveness she seeks.

Sawyer is new to town, he is hiding from something and is trying to lay low, trying to stay out of trouble. Sawyer decides risking it all, risking being discovered is worth it when he meets a beautiful woman. He knows he should stay away and he wants to stay away, to keep her safe, but he just doesn’t know how. Being with her could be the one thing that reveals his existence and brings trouble to the doorstep of those he cares about. Will Sawyer risk it all and reveal his past and what he is running from? Will his past be the one thing that ruins what she thinks of him? Will it stop him from moving forward? Will it make her run? Will they be able to stay away from trouble or will trouble find them?

Zeia is a good writer who is able to pull you into her story and make you feel for the characters. There is some mystery, suspense and romance all rolled up into one. It is an easy read and an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Promises of Virtue (Earthbound Angels Book 2) by Randi Perrin – Review by Sheri Schrader

Promises of Virtue (Earthbound Angels Book 2)Promises of Virtue by Randi Perrin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Promises of Virtue by Randi Perrin is the second book in the Earthbound Angels series. This can be read as a standalone book but I enjoyed seeing further development of characters from the first book. This continues the story of Cheryl, friend to Sera. She has traveled to Paris to get away from anything and everything. Her goal for the trip is to check out the art museums and the beauty of Paris. On the flight over she meets a man who wants to pursue her. Then when she gets to her apartment there is another handsome man. What is a woman to do? Cheryl must decide what to do with all the handsome attention during her trip. She also knows that everything will end with all the dates as soon as she leaves Paris to return to the States.
Cheryl is a great character. She is strong but vulnerable. She is fun and smart but getting her heart and mind twisted by all the attention of her suitors. I am a lover of art and am studying French. I enjoyed her struggles with the language and could relate to her. I also really enjoyed her take on famous art masterpieces and what she read into them. What can I say but a book with angels and art all in one couldn’t go wrong for me. This is a great read for someone needing to see the best and worst of people and how we overcome the situations in our lives. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more from this author.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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Love in Carson Falls (The Falls Series Book 1) by Paisleigh Aumack – Review by Angela Shirley

Love in Carson Falls (The Falls Series Book 1)Love in Carson Falls by Paisleigh Aumack
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love in Carson Falls is the first book in the Falls series and follows the story of River and Arianna. Arianna has had her fair share of heartbreak and is looking to start a fresh in a new town until one of her student’s father pushes her boundaries and wants more but will Arianna be able to take that giant step.

Arianna has had a life up till now of pain and hurt she never would have thought the person she devoted her whole world to would hurt her the most, all she want to do now is escape that life and create a new world in a new town. So Arianna calls an old college friend who invites her to stay with her in Carson Falls. Arianna instantly falls in love with this sleepy little town and feels comfortable as the town welcomes her and she makes some close friends. Until one day Penny encourages her to give piano lessons to a beautiful little girl, Cady. She agrees and starts tutoring her but when her father drops her off for their first lesson Arianna has a feeling that there may have been an ulterior motive to Penny’s suggestion.

River has had his ups and downs, having lived his whole life in Carson Falls. He loves his daughter and is the only parent figure in her life after her mother left them both when Cady was just a baby, but he adores the vibrant five year old who is obsessed with Frozen. So when she is not watching Frozen she is sending her father insane with the contestant pressure for her to learn to play the piano. River is finally convinced and arranges to send Cady to piano lesson with Arianna.

As the story continues you get to see the fiery character of Arianna and that she is trying hard to protect her heart but River is working his way through the layers of her hurt that has built up over the years. River is also an alpha male who shows her his dominated side and in the end breaks down her walls to see how a real man treats a lady but I also love the way the author writes this character with his daughter you really get to see the love he has for her.

This is the first book I have read by this author and thought it was well written and provoked a great amount of emotion towards these characters and you willed them to live happily ever after. I will definitely be reading the next instalment in the series.

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Love in Carson Falls (The Falls Series Book 1) by Paisleigh Aumack – Review by Jenni Bishop

Love in Carson Falls (The Falls Series Book 1)Love in Carson Falls by Paisleigh Aumack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paisleigh Aumack has written a hit with her debut book Love in Carson Falls. I am excited to read more from this author. This beautiful yet sad story was a very emotional read. You will go through a myriad of emotions and will see you crying for all the heartache the characters go through. The emotional rollercoaster ride will leave you wrecked but it is well worth it. Paisleih did a wonderful job of making you fall in love with the main characters River and Arianna but it is Cadence that will capture your heart.

Arianna Morgan has escaped to Carson Falls a broken and beaten down shell of a woman. Finally being safe and in the arms of her best friend, Penelope, she is trying to move on with her life and picking up the pieces. Arianna finds that this beautiful little town and it’s people are just what she needs to heal. What she finds is more than she could have ever imagined.

River Bradshaw is a resident fireman and single dad to a beautiful five year old little girl, Cadence. One look and he knew his life would never be the same. Wanting to take the pain away and being an alpha male, he is hell bent on protecting what is his. His relationship with his daughter is truly a wonder in itself, she is one special little girl but the love he has for his woman is absolutely swoon worthy.

Will he be the one to save her heart? Will she ever be able to trust again? Can she ever open her heart? Can he protect those he loves? Will all be lost?

I cannot wait to read the next book in this series and highly recommend this sad yet beautiful story.

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Alterations by Jane Suen – Review by Debi Kircher

AlterationsAlterations by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alterations by Jane Suen

5 Stars

Ok my first book by this author and my mind is blown. This is about three women, each with a different issue in life. This is also about one man, “Dr.” Kite, who set out on a mission to help these three women with their life issues by offering them an answer using an implant that can control their minds.

A very quick read which definitely left me wanting much much more. I could have read the stories of these three women and Dr. Kite for many more pages. Although short, the author fit in enough backstory for each character that I was able to understand and fall in love with each one. It brought up questions in my own mind, if I could pick the one issue in life I struggle with would I take the same risks these three women took? Especially knowing that when something seems too good to be true, it could be just that..too good to be true….

I actually loved this book, her writing had me wrapped from page one, and I’m now very curious about her other books and will be checking those out as well. This will definitely leave you thinking and wanting more.

Review by @debikircher

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Wet (Love in Lone Star #1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Angela Shirley

Wet (Love in Lone Star #1)Wet by Ashley Bostock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wet: a small town romance follows the development of the relationship between Ryan and Miranda, will her past be the obstacle that stops her having the man of her dreams or is will his reputation more precious than Miranda.

Miranda has lived in Lone Star for all of her life but her reputation from her wild days has always been a weight around her neck, will the town ever see her anything more than that child. She has tried to get her life into shape and with help from Golda who owned the local paper who saw something in Miranda to put her through college. So now being the sole journalist for the local paper Miranda just wants to be normal.

Ryan John is a well respect pillar of the community, local councillor and sole guardian of his twin siblings when their parents died in a tragic car accident. So when at a wedding Miranda literally throws herself at him he can’t deny the attraction between them but unfortunately he believes he can not pursue this relationship as he cannot be tainted by the reputation of Miranda’s past. Although she is forbidden fruit he can’t get her out of his mind and until his sister Brianna offers words of wisdom to him, he then realises that he is just to blame for judging her than the other people in the town.

So as the story goes through the ups and down in the relationship, with also the revelations of Ryan’s family the story twists and turns into a mystery as well as a love story. I enjoyed the way the author writes on the point of view of both main characters with the struggles of both of them in their pursuit of happiness. This is the first book I have read by this author and I will definitely be reading more in the future.

Review by @ashirley

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Love on the Cape, an On the Cape novel (Cape Van Buren, #1) by M.K. Meredith – Review by Jenni Bishop

Love on the Cape, an On the Cape novel (Cape Van Buren, #1)Love on the Cape, an On the Cape novel by M.K. Meredith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love On The Cape by MK Meredith is the first book in the On the Cape, Cape Van Buren series. This is the second book from this author that I have read and I enjoy her stories very much. This is a sweet and sad story where we see both our main characters in great need of love and healing, moving forward and learning from their pasts. MK has written a beautiful story that is filled with lots of emotions, love and laughter.

Larkin Sinclair is trying to move forward after a major tragedy but she doesn’t know how. How can she let go of the past when that is where she wants to be. How can she let go of the past when that is when she loved with all her heart. Now when she finds those memories in jeopardy she must fight for what she believes is right. But is she fighting for the right reasons? Will she lose all she has left of a past she can not move on from? Will she find a way to save her beautiful memories of the Cape? Will the one thing she decides to fight be the one thing that can save her?

Ryker Van Buren knows what he needs to do in order for him to let go of past so dark he can barely breathe. But is it the right thing? To let go of the past he needs to destroy his family’s home, the one that held both wonderful and horrible memories at the same time but sadly the horrible seems to have won out. Will Ryker ever be free of the terror he went through as a child? Will destroying his family’s home help him to let go of the past? Just when things are starting to look up for him, everything he has worked towards comes crashing down, when a green eyed beauty comes into his life. Is his happiness worth more than hers? Is she someone who can finally help him heal? Is he someone who can make her heal? Will the fight be too much and keep them away from each other for ever?

This sweet yet sad story broke my heart and yes there were tears. I was unable to tear myself away until I had finished the entire book. I can not wait to see what MK Meredith has in store for us next!

This book is definitely 5 stars.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Moments of Love (Moments to Remember #3) by Ysa Arcangel – Review by Sheri Schrader

Moments of Love (Moments to Remember #3)Moments of Love by Ysa Arcangel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moments of Love by Ysa Arcangel is the third book in the Moments to Remember book series. Trust me that you need to have read Moments of Joy and Moments of Pain first. The books in the series are not standalone novels. This story continues the saga of Brandy of Ivo and their battle against Alzheimer’s disease. Brandy has given birth to twins but her battle with postpartum depression is worse because she is also burdened with thoughts of her Alzheimer’s progressing. She worries of how this will affect not only the children and Ivo’s lives. She very much wants to be in control of her situation but also realizes that she does not know when her disease will progress and how quickly.
This story is amazing as the first two novels and shows the struggles in a real way of people dealing with such a life-changing disease. We often forget how lucky we are and how much we take our lives for granted. This story shows that true love can fight battles that seem unbelievable and that this power of love can make a horrible situation better. Ivo and Brandy are so passionate in the good moments they are given together. Ivo is stockpiling the memories because he knows that he will not have many years in order to build his memories of Brandy before the disease progresses. Brandy is strong and cares about her children and Ivo more than imaginable. Both are such selfless people and only want is best for everyone around them.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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Moments of Pain (Moments to Remember #2) by Ysa Arcangel – Review by Sheri Schrader

Moments of Pain (Moments to Remember #2)Moments of Pain by Ysa Arcangel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moments of Pain by Ysa Arcangel is the second book in the Moments to Remember book series. The first book in the series, Moments of Joy, needs to be read to fully get the impact of the book. The story picks up on the story of Ivo and Brandy. Brandy’s condition is worsening quickly and Ivo is trying to help her as best as he can before he loses her to the progressing Alzheimer’s. He stands by her in her good and her bad days. Brandy decides to free Ivo from watching and witnessing the progress of her disease and decides to have a surgery that will radically change both of their lives. The surgery does not go as well as hoped and Brandy is left with years of memories missing which includes her life with Ivo. Ivo being a thoughtful person gives Brandy space to herself to heal. The danger is that she might never come back to him.
I will not go further into the plot because I do not want to spoil it for anyone. This is a well written tear-jerker of a story about the power of love. Ivo and Brandy are realistic characters each fighting a horrible battle against Alzheimer’s. People with experience on either side of the coin will be able to relate to the characters. If you have ever love or lost someone with a debilitating disease or known someone who has your heart will be touched forcefully. This was a fantastic continuation of the first book and I will be eagerly moving onto the third book in the series.
Review by @sherimichelle1

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Amelia’s Children by Greta Cribbs – Review by Debi Kircher

Amelia's ChildrenAmelia’s Children by Greta Cribbs
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amelia’s Children by Greta Cribbs

5 Stars

Holy Moly what a book! I started it and could not put it down. This author has spun a tale here that will have you guessing on every page. This is my first book by this author but will not be my last, this story flowed perfectly, and I fell in love with the characters.
In a small town in Georgia, Amelia was murdered, the case is still unsolved 30 years later. There are rumors and speculation but no concrete answers.

Sarah has returned from California after failing to make it as an actress, she is now working in her parent’s restaurant as a waitress, not something she wants to do. She doesn’t even want to be back home, but found she had no other choice.

David comes to town wanting to meet with Sarah’s father in the restaurant. He is a stranger and no one seems to know why he is in town. This has Sarah on a mission to find out just what he is up to, not only that but she feels drawn to him for some reason. When she guesses why he is there and that it has something to do with the unsolved murder case from 30 years ago, she sets out to find the truth, with the help of her brother. The truth though may be hard to handle and Sarah finds out a lot more than what she bargained for.

As Sarah and David grow closer, can they find the answers in time, or will the darkness take everyone they love from them, even possibly themselves?

Great book, I highly recommend it!

Review by @debikircher

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Lavender Fields by Natalina Reis – Review by Jenni Bishop

Lavender FieldsLavender Fields by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lavender Fields is the the story of Sky Heavensent who is an angel of death who collects the souls of those recently passed. I really enjoyed this story and the characters were very well written that made you feel for them.

Sky is constantly in trouble with his Archangel Gabriel and seen as a liability and different from other angels. Sky is sent on a mission to harvest his latest soul but little does he know it is that of the one he had just set his eyes and lips on, Caleb Pierce. When Sky realises who is newest soul is, he does the one thing that is forbidden. So when Sky finds himself once again in Gabriel’s spot light he knows this time he is in real trouble. Even though Sky is Heaven bound, he decides he can no longer stay away from the one person who has stolen his heart. When Sky discovers that Caleb is in more trouble than he thought he uncovers a plot that could destroy them all but sky will do everything in his power to stop the evil forces that threatens his very soul and those of the ones he loves.

This an angelic romance with lots of drama and suspense, good and evil, light and dark but it also has humour and love. Joan, Caleb’s sister is endearing and will have you laughing at her antics but you will also be in tears because of the evil that inflicts so much pain on this beautiful angel. This lovely story will touch your heart and the love that knows no bounds.

This book has a different twist and is not your normal angel story. It is a truly beautiful, intriguing and charming story and a quick and easy read.

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Duplicity (St. Fleur, #3) by A.J. Renee – Review by Jenni Bishop

Duplicity (St. Fleur, #3)Duplicity by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Duplicity is the third book in the St. Fleur series by AJ Renee and I have been waiting to read the story about Jamie Lynn and Jesse. Duplicity is a contemporary romance and is a beautiful love story where one of the two main characters have let their past affect their future. As with the first two books AJ did not disappoint, it is just as captivating and engaging.

Jamie Lynn owns the pub in town and hired Jesse to work as a bartender. She knew she was in trouble when she first laid eyes on him and would be a mistake to hire him but hire him she did. Jamie Lynn is unable to let go of her past in which she believes everyone leaves her and because of this she doesn’t let anyone in, not even her friends.

Jesse is a man who had his future ripped away from him. In order to move on he needs to leave behind his past. When he applies for the job of a bartender in St. Fleur he hopes he can leave his past behind. When he meets Jamie Lynn he hopes she may be the answers he has been looking for. The attraction between the two is instant but Jesse has no idea what he may have done or why Jamie Lynn won’t take the next step with him.

Will Jamie Lynn finally let her guard down? Will she finally let Jessie in? Will Jessie finally find out the truth? Can Jessie get Jamie Lynn to change her mind? Will Jessie finally break down the walls?

This series and this book will make you laugh out loud at the situations and antics that these characters get up to. These Alpha men will have you heart breaking. The friendships that are family will have you believing you are a part of their world. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Promises of Virtue (Earthbound Angels Book 2) by Randi Perrin – Review by Jenni Bishop

Promises of Virtue (Earthbound Angels Book 2)Promises of Virtue by Randi Perrin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Promises of Virtue is the second book in the Earthbound Angels series by Randi Perrin. We first met Cheryl in Virtue of Death and the story of Sera and Destin. These books are definitely not your typical romance, they are heavenly, sweet romantic stories with a twist of paranormal. I really enjoy Randi’s writing style and her stories are the perfect blend to this genre.

This book is about one sexy, sassy and caring woman, Cheryl, who after giving up her wings for her best friend and love is at a bit of a loss and unsure of herself after this major change in her life. We find Cheryl in Paris who is immersing herself in the sights, fine art and great food. Cheryl doesn’t do relationships but when she meets her sexy neighbour sparks fly. A holiday fling? Maybe. No strings attached? Possibly. Cheryl is certainly surprised when she puts it all together and suddenly realises just who and what her neighbour is. When their worlds collide Cheryl is left wondering what could have been.

Can Cheryl escape his past? Are they worth fighting for? Will her realise what is important before it is too late? Will he be able to keep away? Will past destroy them all?

As with the first book Randi has written a beautiful and funny story. Cheryl is one quirky, and did I mention sassy and yet sweet character. This story is full of love and beautiful friendships and wonder . As with the first book we learn that true love is worth any sacrifice and love is tested when evil throws a curve ball their way. I enjoyed the characters, the plot and the sense of humour. This is one book not to be missed. I hope there is a third book so that I can see what happens to these wonderful and delightful characters.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Duplicity (St. Fleur #3) by A.J. Renee – Review by Jana Teppih

Duplicity (St. Fleur #3)Duplicity by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Duplicity is the third book in A.J. Renee’s St. Fleur series and I absolutely loved it! I was counting down they days until I could read it! I fell in love with her city of St. Fleur in Louisiana while reading the previous books and I could not wait for her to grace us with Jaime Lynn and Jesse’s story!
So, Duplicity is the story of Jaime Lynn and Jesse, the story spans actually multiple years, in a way, and I loved how much we learn about our characters thanks to the way how the writer takes us on the journey of two people finally finding each other. I had waited for their story for such a long time! The writer kept us teasing in the first two books so I knew when I got the book that I had to put aside enough time to be able to inhale it in one go! (like an addict!).
I loved both of the characters – Jaime Lynn with her expectations that everyone leaves and no one stays and her strength and business acumen and her loyalty to her friends and her love of her little sister and her doubts and insecurity when it comes to Jesse … and Jesse, his secrets and his strength and his heartache and his love and his willingness to finally fight for what and whom he loves!
I think that A.J. Renee simply gets better with every single book in this series and I am so looking forward to the next one! I wonder who it will be about. Jamie Lynn’s little sister Charlie or … Pick up a copy and you will not regret! You will enjoy the time you will be spending with our friends in St. Fleur, Louisiana!

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Breathless (Yoga in the City #1) by Leigh LaValle – Review by Jana Teppih

Breathless (Yoga in the City #1)Breathless by Leigh LaValle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Breathless is the first book in Leigh LaValle’s new series called Yoga in the City and it is the first book I have read by this writer and after finishing this one, I can tell you that I am really looking forward to the next book in this series! I wonder where she will take us with all those different yoga ‘girls’!
Breathless is the story of Hannah Roberts and Jake Marshall and oh man, do they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders or not! Both of them are characters that pull you in and don’t let you go until you come to the end and do they take us on a ride in between! I loved how the writer could evoke a gamut of emotions in me while reading – I laughed and chuckled and cursed and fanned myself and blushed and screamed in my head and raged and … well, you sort of get a picture!
I loved how Leigh was playing with all those crazy stereotypes that we tend to have about yoga teachers and mountain men and construction guys/guys with tools and prove us … wrong. We all have a story, we simply need to open up to life and dare to share and then we will be awarded with surprises, sometimes great ones and sometimes with the ones that teach us a lesson or simply boggle our mind!
I could not put the book down so I suggest that you plan a quiet afternoon with Hannah and Jake and the rest of the gang. You will enjoy the time you will spend with those two very real characters and I will be looking forward to the next book!

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Spy Thy Neighbor (Enigma, #7) by Shandi Boyes – Review by Shannon Fowler

Spy Thy Neighbor (Enigma #7)Spy Thy Neighbor by Shandi Boyes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spy Thy Neighbor gives us a funny twist to voyeurism. This book while steamy and hot was funny and heart-warming as well. This book is book seven in the Enigma Series but can be read as a standalone. I suggest reading the entire series because everyone loves a good story. For those of you that have read Shandi Boyes’ other Enigma books, you know of Hunter Kane. You know the following to be true not only for Hunter but all of Boyes’ leading men!

“Hunter should come with a warning because once you’ve been swept into the Hunter vortex, there is no possibility of being discharged from it.”

Paige is our leading lady and has fallen into Hunter’s vortex rather quickly. She is an author with writer’s block. Luckily enough, she has a little money and the time to travel, with the hopes of finding a muse and unblocking her words. Enter Hunter! However, Hunter has other plans, mostly to just be friends. You must read this to find out how that works for them!

I loved watching Paige learn to love and appreciate herself. You can tell she was hurt by her past but not so devastated that she could move on and grow. With Hunter’s “friendship” she learns many things.

“Just like the carefree Paige who only emerges in Hunter’s presence, a new, unstiffened Paige surfaces in the bedroom as well.”

I highly recommend this story, with or without the rest of the series. But you can read my other reviews highly recommending the entire series.

Review by @shannonlovesbooks

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