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The Black Lotus Affair (Kiko Ochisan Adventure Series Book #2) by Lina Vine – Review by Angela Hayes.

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The Black Lotus Affair (Kiko Ochisan Adventures, #2)The Black Lotus Affair by Lina Vine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

The Black Lotus Affair is the second book in The Kiko Ochisan Adventure series by Lina Vine. This series is incredibly enjoyable. I am so glad I stumbled on to the first book, scrolling through my feed. This book has a bit of a mystery- it’s really fast paced and will whisk you away into a really great adventure which Ms. Vine has infused with action, intrigue, drama, and wonderful details. I really liked the first book, but this one allowed me to get to know Kiko a little better, making this book even more interesting, for me.
We met Kiko Ochisan in the first book, ‘In the Land of the Crane’, she’s a former Secret Agent for Japan. In this story, Kiko is drawn into a mystery to uncover what’s behind the maimed bodies with strange markings that have been discovered in Tokyo. With a link to one of the victims, a mysterious stranger, the secrets of the Black Lotus Society, murder, danger, and more- this story really takes off and Kiko will have to use all her skills to make it out alive.
As with the first book, this is a novella sized story which has a lot going on in a small space- but it doesn’t feel rushed or cut short in any way as the author choreographs everything into a smooth, and captivating read. I am really looking forward to the next book!

Thank you, Lina Vine!

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Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Covert IdentitiesCovert Identities by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels
4 Stars

The thing I loved about this book was that it wasn’t only a love story. It also had a mystery for the main characters to unravel. Amy Perry is a famous dancer who has travelled the world. Leaving behind a crazy ex and a nasty divorce, she goes home to fix the house she inherited, to make herself a home. Little does she know, her step father has hired her childhood nemesis as her contractor. Faced with dealing with him again, Amy realizes that he has grown up to be a man. He is sexy, gorgeous and turns out he’s a gentleman too.

Sean Newland is surprised to see Amy. He found her cute back then but now she’s grown to be a beautiful, independent woman. Both have sworn to remain single but with an attraction so strong, will they succumb to their desires? First day on the job and they find a dead body on the premises and her Uncle’s journal full of riddles. Working together to solve the mystery brings them closer each day.

The story was well written with different plots that never overpowered each other but blended perfectly. Amy and Sean didn’t rush to jump into bed rather it was a slow build up that I appreciated. I was always anticipating what would happen next. The mystery of the story was a perfect crescendo until it was fully solved. I think Amabel Daniels did a wonderful job with this book.

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy NovelThe Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Navigator is heart wrenching. To know someone like Garrett, someone so lost and completely out of hope, is heart wrenching. Alexander does a fantastic job of creating this character so that the reader can feel his pain and despair as well. I sure did!

Anjuli is the coolest name ever. This character is an older woman, 40’s, smart, dedicated and strong. I could relate to Anjuli as a woman and a mother. We women tend to do things because we must, simply because there is no one else to do it. This character is no different. Anjuli is strong and free and reading about her makes me smile and gives me hope.

Fate leads these two characters to meet. They literally bump into each other. Not cliché at all, actually, more sweet and innocent than cliché. What starts out as a “friends with benefits” situation turns into something more. With the twisting family dynamics and hot sex scenes this book is all that and a bag of chips! And can we add in there Garrett’s hot sexy roommate!

As with Alexander’s other books, The Navigator must be read with an open mind. Some situations aren’t for everyone, but man does she make them worth reading!

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Hayes.

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy NovelThe Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

The Navigator is A Mountains Trilogy novel by Phoebe Alexander. I loved the Mountains Wanted Trilogy- that series of books are one of my favourites by Ms. Alexander, so when I saw she had written another book as part of that series, I knew that I just had to read it. But I wasn’t sure how this story would fit in to the series and if there would be any connections between them, and because it has been a few years since I had read Mountains Wanted- I decided that this would be a great time to revisit those books before diving into this one! So, here I am, 5 books later- and I have to say that I still love those books so much and I am really glad that I reread the other 4 books before starting this one. But, you really don’t have to have read the other books to really enjoy this one- you could just read it as a standalone without feeling like something is missing (although you would be missing out on some really great books).
This story touches and explores so many elements- each one on its own could be interesting- but combined into such a wonderful story- well, it’s like crack for a romance addict. The book is so much more than I thought it would be. The blurb is good, but it really doesn’t convey just how compelling the story is, or how heartfelt, meaningful and emotional this experience is. I mean, she had me at bearded man and Mountains Trilogy- but add in bisexual romance, Indian Heroine, interracial romance, older woman/younger man, and more- still doesn’t even begin to convey how much this story will imprint itself in your heart and mind. Not to mention the sizzle factor is off the charts!
The story flows well and has a great pace. I read it in one sitting. I can’t wait to see what Ms. Alexander does next!

Thank you, Ms. Alexander!

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making ClubThe Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club by Holly Tierney-Bedord
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club by Holly Tierney-Bedord is such a well thought out and intricately planned story. The author has written extremely well- developing a complex and fascinating mystery, full of intricate details and rich descriptions. She definitely had me engrossed- right from the outset.
Cadence Sommerset gets a whole lot more than she bargained for when she starts a jewellery making club as a way of raising funds for charity, but also a way for her to fit in and make friends, in this new town she and her husband were making their home. What unfolds makes for wonderful and intriguing reading. I tried to predict where the story would lead, but Ms. Tierney-Bedord managed to keep me guessing right till the end.
I have read quite a few of Ms. Tierney-Bedord’s books now, but this is my first full length novel from her. I enjoyed getting to sink my teeth it this longer story and feel that it delivered everything I could hope for from a great mystery. The main characters were all fully developed, realistic and very likeable. The secondary characters were also well developed, with their own individual personalities.
Ms. Tierney-Bedord has her own unique style and always delivers an entertaining and original story. The book is fast paced and flows smoothly. The story is a standalone, and a great addition to the other books in her body of work/s.
So, allow yourself a few hours- curl up with a hot chocolate or a glass of wine and dive into this captivating read. Just like me, you’ll be happy you did.

Thank you Ms. Tierney-Bedord!

 

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale Series Book #3) by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Angela Hayes

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale #3)Beneath the Shine by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Beneath the Shine is the third book in A Prairie Tale Series by Lisa Sorbe. This book comes in as number three in this series of standalones. The other two books ‘One Fluttering Heartbeat” book #1, and “Found in Silence” book #2, are both wonderful stories too, so if you haven’t read them yet, you will most probably decide that you really want to get your hands on them, especially after reading this one.
Betsy has what most would consider to be a great life, but her reality is far from perfect. She is really just going through the motions of life, putting on a ‘shine’ for the world to see- when she has actually been quite lost for a long time. She keeps a secret that she has never revealed to anyone- the memory of which plagues her days and haunts her nights- never letting her fully embrace life. I was very quickly emotionally invested in the outcome of Betsy’s story and rooting for her the whole way through. Adair is her good friend, and there is a lot more to him than my first impression. I really grew to love him as a character as well. I really didn’t like Clint at all, the whole way through till the last few chapters when he redeemed himself in my eyes. Her family are just awful, I wanted to abduct her and adopt her into my family. Such horrible people. But I guess the fact that I felt so strongly about fictional characters is just another testament to Ms. Sorbe’s supreme writing skills.
I found this story to be a little heavier in content and more emotional than the first two. Maybe because I could personally relate to what Betsy had been through. As the story unfolded, transitioning from past to present to help fill in the backstory, my heart broke for what Betsy had been forced to endure. I really wanted to hug her so badly. But there was so much more to this superb friends to lovers romance story- and I really enjoyed watching the characters growth and development over the course of the story. It was a little slow to get going, but once the pace picked up the story really took off.
I really can’t wait to see what the author does next!

Thank you, Ms. Sorbe!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

 

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy NovelThe Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander is an interesting and a powerful emotional read. It took me awhile to warm up bit once I did it was hard to put down. ​This story is one of struggles and survival, self destruction and self discovery, secrets and lies and a broken down man who needs some in his corner. He needs love and forgiveness, friendship and family. He finds it hard to sustain any relationship and before he knows it and his life is spiraling out of control what he didn’t know he needed was staring him in the face, he just has to let them in. The story is a well written and entertaining and the characters are complex and kept you engaged.

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale #3) by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale #3)Beneath the Shine by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beneath the Shine (Prairie Tales Book 3) by Lisa Sorbe is a contemporary romance. It was a little slow to warm up to but hang in there because​ it gets good and you find that you can’t put it down. Lisa writes well and makes you feel connected to the characters and takes you on an emotional ride. They are real and oh so raw. The story of our female lead was heartbreaking and I enjoyed watching her grow and finally come out the other side finally at peace. Of course there is a best friend that helps along the way with some love and understanding and laughs.

All in all a story that is worth the read.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Hallowed (The Scrying Trilogy Book Two) by Jaci Miller – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Hallowed (The Scrying Trilogy Book Two)The Hallowed by Jaci Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Hallowed is the second book in The Scrying Trilogy by Jaci Miller and continues on  from book one therefore reading The Scrying first is a must and a pleasure. This is a  not only a paranormal tale but it is also full of the supernatural. Magic and prophecies,  fates and destinies, mysteries and evils, tomes and realms, action and drama. All that  and more in this wonderful riveting and captivating story and well developed  characters as they learn their part in what is to come. Jaci has woven amazing worlds  full of intrigue, where the suspense and drama is like a crescendo building and building  waiting for all to be revealed.     This vibrant story easily transports you into the story right along with the characters  as they journey into the unknown. I am now waiting with bated breath for the next  book.

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The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Debi Kircher

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The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making ClubThe Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club by Holly Tierney-Bedord
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Port Elspeth Jewelry Making Club

By Holly Tierney-Bedord

5 Amazingly Awesome Stars

Oh My!! This book was out of this world amazing, I loved every single second of it!! This is my first read by this author and Im blown away.

Usually when there are this many characters in one book I get all flustered but this one was done so perfectly that I never had to stop and say “wait, who was that again” I don’t know how this author did it but it was simply perfect.

I don’t even know if I know what the main storyline was because it was all so good and I was fully invested in each individual story all the way through..I lied I do know what the main was and it had me all over the place thinking I had it all figured out and of course until the end I didn’t.

I’m sitting totally blank because I don’t know what to say…I want to tell you about each person in this book, I want to tell you their stories and tell you how I felt about each one but that wouldn’t be fair, I am not even kidding when I say I already want to go read it again and I will recommend this to everyone I know that reads.

This had the perfect balance of everything I love in my books, the mystery though I think was my favorite part with the interaction and friendship bonds that were formed being a very close 2nd. I don’t even know who my favorite was because I loved them all, I even loved the ones that I was meant to not like, the character building was spot on.

I will absolutely be reading more from this author, I have to quit rambling because I’m too tempted to say too much…READ THIS!! This author is so talented and I just know that anyone that loves to read will thoroughly enjoy this book!!

Review by @debikircher

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale #3) by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Jana Teppih

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Beneath the Shine (A Prairie Tale #3)Beneath the Shine by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beneath the Shine is the third book in Lisa Sorbe’s Prairie Tale series and it was a long time coming! I loved the first two books and the third one did not let me down either! You can read it as a standalone but it is always a pleasure to encounter the characters you recognize from the previous books so I warmly recommend to read the first two books (and they are fantastic in their own rights so you are making yourself a disservice not reading them!)
Beneath the Shine is the story of Betsy and Adair. The story takes you on a journey, a slow journey (but not a boring one, slow does not mean boring) of finding one’s way from devastating event that has overshadowed one’s life since childhood to recognizing that one is worth so much more … There are demons, right, but there is also being the best friends ever, being there for each other, and there is also love and passion … It is also a story of daring finally to go outside the little box that one has put themselves and their life into and seeing that it was not too crazy to dream …
The way the writer tells the story, it sort of sooths you and you do not even realize that hours have gone by while journeying along Betsy and Adair. I am really curious to see who is next in the line for their story!

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1) by P.A. Wikoff – Review by Caralee Loonat

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1)The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story by P.A. Wikoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Harrowed Half-Breed by P A Wikoff

4 Stars

Its always nice to step outside your favorite genre and read something new. This book is a refreshing change from my normal genre. I found it to be a very unique and refreshing read. The world built by this author is very original and well voiced.

I found the book to be filled with drama and twists and turns. The whole story was filleI d with
unique characters. I like how it began with Kit and turned into Barne’s story. I was hooked from page one and couldn’t wait to see what would happen next. I really look forward to reading more from this author and hopefully this series.

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Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels – Review by Debi Kircher

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Covert IdentitiesCovert Identities by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels

5 Stars

Ok this was simply awesome…my second read by this author and I loved it. It had all I love in a book…mystery, suspense, 2 people who see each other again after years and pick right back up fighting each other at every turn, love, romance, hurt, danger, and a huge loveable butt dialing beast named Balboa.

Yes this story had it all and it had me trying to put the pieces together all the way through, I love stories like this, and I loved all the characters at play and how they all interacted.

I read this pretty quick since I couldn’t put it down once I started and this author had a new fan when I finished the first that I read and this one just solidified that.

Loved it and I highly recommend! Hope there is more to come for these and other characters in this story.

Review by @debikircher

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Arctic Fire (Fortis Security Series Book #6) by Maddie Wade – Review by Angela Hayes

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Arctic Fire (Fortis Security, #6)Arctic Fire by Maddie Wade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Arctic Fire is the sixth book in the Fortis Security series by Maddie Wade. Just when you think the series couldn’t get any better, Ms. Wade goes and pulls this out of her hat and blows the others out of the water. I love this series so much, and each book seems to outdo the one before it- but Arctic Fire is my firm favourite out of the series so far. It could be read as a standalone, but I really recommend reading the previous books to get a real feel for the series and characters, plus they are each superb stories as well. This has special ops, undercover ops, action, danger, drama, second chances, and romance. There really is so much going for this story that you really should discover all the details for yourself, I am sure you won’t be disappointed.
Roz Maklovoi is the leader of ‘Zenobi’, which is a highly skilled and deadly group of female assassins. She has come so far, especially since enduring the traumatic events of her past, the likes of which would have broken most other people and left them a shell of their former selves. But not Roz, she used her trauma and became strong, determined and deadly. But, as the life of a loved one is threatened, Roz discovers that the one responsible for her anguish has resurfaced- so she embarks on a dangerous solo mission that will test her skills and her mettle.
Kanan Phillips (K) is a bit of a lone wolf who has a past connection to Roz that he’s never been able to let go or forget. So, when these two are brought together again, he’s determined to protect her and not lose her again. What happened to Roz all those years ago? What is her connection to Kanan? How will this mission play out? Will they fulfill the mission?
Another incredible read from Ms. Wade and a brilliant addition to a superb series! I love the sneak peak at the end of the story….. I can’t wait for the next book!

Thank you, Ms. Wade!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Lost in Seattle (Miss Apple Pants Series Book #1) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angela Hayes

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Lost in Seattle: Miss Apple Pants (#1)Lost in Seattle: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series by Charlotte Roth. This is a really great young adult story, a coming of age, with humour, friendship, emotion, drama, mystery, quirky and memorable characters, and more.
This story is complex and multi-layered, with two interesting and clever stories woven into a witty, heart-warming and fun read. We meet Ella who has had her life turned upside down when her family treks across the country to move to Seattle right in her senior year at High School. She is scared, a little lost and feels very alone in all this. But when a box of old love letters is discovered, and they begin to read them- an intriguing story starts to form as each letter is explored and she can’t help feeling a connection to Martha and Fredrick, and their story.
Some new friends bring some humour and zaniness- and added another element of interest to this already charming read. But, then Ella has to make a life changing decision which twists this story and adds a little drama.
Overall this is a heart-warming and very enjoyable read. Not that I would expect anything less from this talented author.
Well done!

Thank you, Ms. Roth!

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by: Charlotte Roth – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Miss Apple PantsMiss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by: Charlotte Roth is a young adult coming of age story that is full of heartwarming and heartbreaking moments. Charlotte is a storyteller that draws you into her world and her writing style flow easily. There are a lot of emotions in this book from happiness and sadness, joy and sorrow that enable you to connect with these well thought out characters and enjoy their story. The style of the writing for this book is completely different from Charlotte but it works and adds to the uniqueness of the storyline.

A well written story that will appeal to young adults.

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Every Breath You Take (Bayou Devils MC 3) by A.M. Myers – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Every Breath You Take (Bayou Devils MC 3)Every Breath You Take by A.M. Myers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Every Breath You Take by A.M. Myers is the third book in the Bayou Devils MC series and doesn’t disappoint. The characters are well developed and and the story is easy to follow with twists and turns that you don’t see coming. This is a fun read for the most part with friends, family and smoking hot alpha men. But spoiler alert there is some scenes that may affect some readers. Our female protagonist is an independent and strong and sassy warrior that keeps us all on our toes with her antics and quirkiness and had me laughing out loud.

Which member of the club will be our next hero? I am very much looking forward to the next book.

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story by P. A. Wikoff – Review by Erica Fish

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1)The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story by P.A. Wikoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Harrowed Half-Breed is the first book in the Forgotten Wood Boook by P.A. Wikoff is a dark fantasy that captured me from the first work. Wikoff has an amazing ability to write about different creatures but keep the eye on the main characters of humans and feather-folk. His imagery is intrigue so you can imagine the scenery and therefore can place the creatures inside the scenery. This story is a page turned that will want you to keep reading until the last word. This story is about the feather-folk. They treasured the land and never took from it more than necessary. The humans pilfered the world to have more than what they needed to show dominance in the land. Barne is the main character who is a half-breed. He is trying to fit in the best he can. This is the coming of age part of the book. We see Barne and what he has to go through just to be happy. I enjoyed reading about Barne. It makes you hopeful for the future. Will you see Barne in a better place than he was at the start of the story? You will have to read it to find out.

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Golden Poppy (Wildflowers Book 5) by Vivian Winslow – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Golden Poppy (Wildflowers Book 5)Golden Poppy by Vivian Winslow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Golden Poppy is the fifth and last book in the Wildflowers series by Vivian Winslow. This book is the one to peel back all the layers and tells the story of what made Poppy, well Poppy. Where as Wild Poppy was taking us back to her younger days this one gives us a look at her later years and her looking back at and realising that acceptance plays a huge part. But can she repair her relationship with and make amends with her daughters before time runs out? As usual Vivian has written her characters beautifully. They are whole, relatable and complex. This would have to be my favourite in the series and it is so full of emotions and is heartbreaking.

The series ended on a sad note but it is a fantastic story.

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Uncovering Camila (Wildflowers, #3) by Vivian Winslow – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Uncovering Camila (Wildflowers, #3)Uncovering Camila by Vivian Winslow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Uncovering Camila is book three in the Wildflower series by Vivian Winslow is a story that is a New Adult romance that is about one strong, driven and determined woman, Camila. She knows what she wants and nothing will stop her making it happen. As always Vivian’s descriptions are rich and bold and the story is well written. I must admit that I was not sure about the Camila/Marshall relationship and the to and froing frustrated me. I wanted to shake them and tell them to smarten up but the chemistry and the sex was hot, hot, hot.

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Wild Poppy (Wildflowers, #4) by Vivian Winslow – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Wild Poppy (Wildflowers, #4)Wild Poppy by Vivian Winslow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wild Poppy is book four in the Wildflower series by Vivian Winslow and is a story not to be missed. This is one story that the whole series practically started with. In earlier books she is the matriarch of her world but in this story we follow her and the sad life she started with. Poppy is alone and heartbroken and left with no choice other than one and it is that one she will regret her whole life. Vivian has done a wonderful job on Poppy’s story and it is very moving. It was empowering to see her come from someone so broken to coming alive once again.

As with the other books in the series Vivian has done a great job and Wild Poppy should not be missed.

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Forbidden Rose (Wildflowers, #2) by Vivian Winslow – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Forbidden Rose (Wildflowers, #2)Forbidden Rose by Vivian Winslow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forbidden Rose by Vivian Winslow is the second book in the Wildflower series and is well written and the storyline is one you readily immerse yourself in. It is a romance story where there is passion abound and of the charts chemistry between characters. I enjoy a story where there is drama and angst on the road to romance it spices things up. Vivian takes on a journey where there are secrets and love, beauty and sweet sweet raunchiness that will leave you breathless.

Vivian has written story that will have you begging for more. I am off to start the next in the series.

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Blossoming Flower (Wildflowers, #1) by Vivian Winslow – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Blossoming Flower (Wildflowers, #1)Blossoming Flower by Vivian Winslow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blossoming Flower is the first book in the Wildflower series by Vivian Winslow and an enjoyable romance story and a good start to the series. But nothing is ever easy in the path to romance and the burning desire and wanting between our characters was a slow slow burn. The sexual tension is almost palpable but they both had things in their paths that they needed to face and deal with before coming together. The story is well written and Vivian sets the scene with her rich and vivid attention to detail and there were times I wanted to smack some sense into some of the characters.

I am off to read the next in the series and hope it is just as good as the first.

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Bob by Tegon Maus – Review by Sue Kemp

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BobBob by Tegon Maus
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Bob
By Tegon Maus

Bob by Tegon Maus is my first book by this author. This book is a quick read and has an open ending. Peter Anderson has been a reporter for twenty-seven years and now to save his career he must find a relevant story and hopefully save his career. In the skies of Arizona there has been reports of strange lights. At first Peter thought the story he was sent to report would be nothing much. However what Peter didn’t know was that this would be the story of a life time and would hopefully save his dying career. When Peter finds some one held captive in a basement he wonders if he could be onto something. Unfortunately for Peter before he can investigate this further the person in the basement is gone. Not only is Peter fighting to save his career but now he finds out that there are agents out there that want him to be quiet. Will Peter be able to avoid these agents? And will this story save his career?

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The Hallowed (The Scrying Series Book #2) by Jaci Miller – Review by Angela Hayes

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The HallowedThe Hallowed by Jaci Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

The Hallowed is the second book in The Scrying Trilogy by Jaci Miller. As this continues the story from book one, I really recommend reading The Scrying before starting this one, so you have all the information you need to enjoy this book to the fullest. This is a paranormal story with supernatural elements, action, mystery, drama, magic, prophecy, destiny, ancient evil, bonds, and romance.
The story picks up pretty much where book one left off. Dane and Rafe have undergone a binding that has given them a much deeper connection. Their destiny is now tied together. I loved them in the first book, but because of everything that happened in the first book and the development and growth these two have been through, I am absolutely invested in them now, and the outcome of their story.
The secondary characters certainly added a little extra something to the story and I enjoyed the ones we met in the first book, as well as getting to meet new ones. The story has intrigue, suspense, spice, dramatic events, surprising developments, humour, witty dialogue… and so much more… to make this a truly captivating read. This is definitely my favourite of the two so far.
As I discovered with the first book, Ms. Miller writes a riveting story, but it’s her world building which really made the most impression on me- it’s really incredible. She easily transported me into the story, where I experienced everything so vividly, following right alongside the characters as the story played out. Her words, and attention to detail brought everything to life, making the ‘world’ and everything that happened, seem so realistic and believable.
Brilliant! I really can’t wait to dive into book three!

Thank You, Ms. Miller!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1) by P.A. Wikoff – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1)The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story by P.A. Wikoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Harrowed Half-Breed by P.A. Wikoff is a unique dark fantasy story set in a dismal world. There are strange creatures who are at war with humans and are quite a violent race even amongst themselves. It was quite gruesome at times but P.A. has done a great job of building and weaving the written word to fully explore all sides of the characters and the world in which they live. But it was not all doom and gloom, there are moments in time where there was things that will make you laugh.

As a fantasy lover I would recommend this book to anyone who likes things a little bit darker

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Without Regret (Without Series Book 2) by Aubrey Bondurant – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Without RegretWithout Regret by Aubrey Bondurant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Without Regret (Without Series Book 2) by Aubrey Bondurant is another fantastic read. Aubrey knows how to write a great contemporary romance. ​The storyline is captivating, steamy and interesting and the connection between the characters makes them come to life. They are fun, lovable and real and you get invested with them and their world. Beware there will be tears and your emotions will be all over the place as you learn about Emma and her life. But there is just as many laughs to be had and moments when you want to smack some characters in the head or worse. Don’t mess with my girl Emma!!

I highly recommend reading the Without series and I really really hope there is more to come.

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Debi Kircher

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The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy NovelThe Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Navigator: A Mountains Trilogy Novel

By Phoebe Alexander

5 Stars

I was not sure what to expect when I started this book and I didnt really care because hey, its Phoebe Alexander so if her name is on it..I read it 🙂

I will say that I was blown away..a storyline like I’ve never read, it wasn’t all wine roses and cupcakes and the characters weren’t rich and perfect. I fell in right at the beginning and was hooked, so much so that real life and adulting didn’t enter my mind while reading. I’ll be honest I don’t normally read anything m/m, f/f, or much m/m/f but the way this author handled it all in this story just felt natural, like nothing was at all different, feelings are feelings and I walked away from this book in awe!

There was a lot going on, and my feelings towards Nav completely confused me at first…I kept asking myself, Is this a good guy or am I going to totally hate the main character of this book…Well as it turned out I absolutely loved him, he is probably the most broken main character I’ve ever read about and my heart hurt for him, and some of the decisions he made were not the best and I had a few SMH moments with him. Then there was Anjuli, again when I first met her I was thinking hmmm..am I going to like her, well yes I also fell in love with her and although not quite as broken as Nav she still had issues she dealt with as well.

As I said, there is alot going on in this story, but I got so invested in it so early on that I never lost track, I couldn’t put it down and the addition of some of the players that came into the story just added that much more for me. I’m not going to go into anything about this storyline..it needs to be gone into blindly like I did it…

This author is an auto one click for me, she is beyond amazing and this might just be my favorite by her so far, I highly recommend for anyone over 18 and also highly recommend you have a fan blowing on you at all times because there are some scenes where you will need that blowing on extra high!! 🙂

LOVED IT!! This author is brilliant!!

Review by @debikircher

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Georgia On My Mind (Southern Promises Book 2) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Georgia On My Mind (Southern Promises #2)Georgia On My Mind by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

KG Fletcher, you’ve got me hooked to this series!

Georgia On My Mind is the second book in the Southern Promises series and it was so good. Gia and Hart are two broken people who find each other just at the right time and boy do the sparks fly. Hart and Gia might be a little sexier then Clay and Katie. Again I loved everything about this book, KG’s writing is so enjoyable that you don’t want to see her books ended.

If you love a good southern boy who just wants to take care of his woman, then you need to read this book. Heck, read this series because the blurb for the next book sounds so good – Single Mom of 4 girls and the Gardener, SOLD!!!

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods Series Book #1) by P.A Wikoff – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story (Forgotten Woods, #1)The Harrowed Half-Breed: A Tarnished Lands Story by P.A. Wikoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Harrowed Half Breed is A Tarnished Lands Story and the first book in the Forgotten Woods Series By P.A Wikoff. This is my first read by Mr. Wikoff, so I wasn’t sure what I would find when I began reading. The story is an interesting and original fantasy that has lots of action, adventure, drama, unique creatures/beings, magic, and some violence. The story has a dark tone to it and feels a lot like a D & D story/game. But mostly it is a story of self-discovery and a ‘coming of age’.
In the story we meet many characters, all of which play a part in making this story interesting- Barne, Valara, Kip, Nanis, Hogar, Neff, Seyu, and many others, help to bring the story alive. We explore the Tarnished Lands and meet the feathered folk- and discover a lot about their history and struggles.

“The feathered-folk had resided in the wildwoods for greater than a thousand years. They lived off nature’s gifts while never upsetting the symbiosis. It was a sacred way of life passed down from each generation.
Soon the humans found value in the forest’s wood and sought to cut down the very lands that provided for the folk. Human greed was a flaw that flowed deeply within their blood; they couldn’t help it any more than they could help breathing or blinking.
While the humans pilfered more than necessary, the trees bled dark sap, showing their displeasure.
As the self-appointed wardens of the forest, the feathered-folk raged war against the humans. Peace was in their nature, though you wouldn’t know it as of late. There hadn’t always been conflict between the two bloodlines, although as of the last couple years, it was a daily struggle. With each fallen warrior, contention spoiled their kind nature and poisoned their disposition.”

This is a very short and easy read, I read it in one sitting. Mr. Wikoff has a descriptive and detailed style, which gave the story a rich texture and feel. If you love swords and sorcery, D & D, original and interesting fantasy, and quirky/unique characters- then this book should be part of your collection.
There is a link at the end of the book to a D & D Module called “Breaking the Peace”- which is set before The Harrowed Half Breed.
Looking forward to “The Progeny Assassin!”, Book #2 in the series.

Thank you, Mr. Wikoff!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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