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Georgia Clay (Southern Promises Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by MPolicicchio

Georgia Clay (Southern Promises, #1)Georgia Clay by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Georgia Clay (Southern Promises Book 1) by KG Fletcher

4 out of 5 Stars

Georgia Clay had me screaming at my phone! In some parts because I was laughing, and in some parts because I didn’t want the character to do what they were choosing. This story has all the feels and knows how to use them.

Katie Parker went to her 10 year highschool reunion for her best friend, Stacey. Katie was a workaholic and liked it. She had time in her hectic schedule for things that mattered, work, family, work, and friends. Did she mention work? Katie had climbed her way to almost the top of the ladder at her insurance firm because she earned every rung. Coming out of the bathroom at the reunion, Katie bumps into Clay Watkins. Will this accidental meeting turn into more than just bruised toes?

Clay Watkins discovered his love of music early. He always knew it was going to be his dream. After graduating high school, Clay makes his way to Nashville and builds a name for himself before heading back for his high school reunion. Bumping into Katie was just another way the fates were looking out for Clay. As Katie and Clay get to know each other all over again Clay is offered the chance of a lifetime. Could it be that Katie is the missing piece for Clay? WIll Katie have to choose between her dream and Clay’s?

The emotional rollercoaster that KG Fletcher takes you on from the beginning has a true payoff in the end. In between the cheers and jeers, the characters worm their way into your heart and take root there, I am glad that this is a series so I can see where Katie and Clay go!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Rachel Moss

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic Series: Book One) by Denise D. Young was a really good read! This was also a very quick read. I’ve read the second book in this series before so I was very happy to finally get to go back and read the first. This book was entertaining, and sweet, and definitely sets the tone for adventure in the next installments. I can’t wait to read the third book next!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Ashley Dover

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cassie
In 1974, to escape my brother who was seeking me to bring me home, I created a spell of protection from the Guardian of Willow Creek. I couldn’t return home. I wanted to stay in Willow Creek.
The next time I awake it’s 2019. I reach the farmhouse in Willow Creek that was once home to the leader of my coven only to discover that she is gone along with everyone from my former coven. The only one left is Nick Felson, her grandson.

Nick
That night in 2018 has never left my memory. I haven’t used magic since that time. I’ve just met with a realtor to sell the farm. I can’t stay here any longer. I don’t need magic to keep me happy. I’m ready to move on. Then Cassie shows up at my door.

Their magic speaks. Voices tell them it’s not over. Willow Creek can still be saved, but how?

For witch lovers everywhere, Tangled Roots is a story that Denise Young has woven with magic in every word. Nick and Cassie are wonderful characters. Their story makes you cheer them on in the hopes that they can save Willow Creek.

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Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers Book 1) by Belinda Williams – Review by MPolicicchio

Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers, #1)Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers Book 1) by Belinda Williams

4 out of 5

Mr. Nice Guy is a delightful tale of discovering the right person in all the wrong ways. Belinda Williams weaves strong characters and witty banter in the story with ease. I hope to catch up with Chelsea and Tom in the next chapter of the series.

Tom is a nice guy. He has a job as a paramedic. He agreed to let his best friend’s little sister live in his apartment when she needed a place. He cooks. He cleans. He is an all around nice guy. Maybe that is his problem. It has been over three years since Tom’s last relationship. He rarely dates. And, he is slowly realizing that one person he shouldn’t want is the one he is falling in love with, Chelsea.

Chelsea, the best friend’s sister, is a serial dater of bad guys and jerks. Tom has listened to Chelsea complain for the last two years. When Chelsea’s best friend, Nadia, suggests that Chelsea see what she is missing by dating a good guy, Nadia ropes Tom into her plan. Tom gets Chelsea to agree to an experiment of 7 days and 7 nights of good guy dating. When both Chelse and Tom start to think there is more to this experiment than either of them thought, will they be able to make it real?

Kudos to Ms. Williams on respectfully handling the issues of mental health throughout the book. This page-turning romp has moments of heart and understanding.

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Remember My Name (Remember My Name Series Book 1) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Remember My Name (Remember My Name #1)Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
Four Stars

Remember My Name is the first book in the Remember My Name Series by Laurencia Hoffman. This is the first book by this author, but definitely not the last. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series. This book has a dark side and goes into some deep and disturbing subjects. I think the author did a good job with this. The writing flowed and it was something that kept me long into the night.
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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by April Smith

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Star Series by Krysten Lindsay Hager. This is a continuation about the life of Hadley and her friends. You get drawn in with first teenage love and an entire boatload of girl drama. This book totally brings you back to the days of middle and high school of you are reading it as an adult. This book doesn’t disappoint and is a perfect YA read.

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Avenging Devil Part 1 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashley Dover

Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Avenging Devil Part 1 is another masterful novel by Manda Mellet. This MC romantic suspense novel is one of the best I’ve read in this series. **All novels can be read independently, but I recommend reading in order.**

Niran is a former Marine and has only been with Satan’s Devils MC for about three years. As a former Marine, Niran knows what it means to be a part of a group and that loyalty is needed for the safety of all the members.

Saffie is on the run. After a terrible five years of being married to the VP of the Crazy Wolves MC, Saffie manages to get out with the help of The Freedom Trail, a group that helps victims of abuse start new lives away from their abusers. Saffie’s new identity is set up in San Diego. She wants nothing to do with a motorcycle again.

Niran has to take Mary, Grumbler’s old lady, to the doctor for a pregnancy checkup. While there he sees a lady who seems very much alone. Upon leaving the facility, Mary rushes over to the same woman who has collapsed in tears beside her car after her appointment. With a lot of fuss, Mary manages to get Saffie to agree to let them help her get home. Niran feels an instant connection with Saffie because she needs support. They become friends until she finds out that he’s in a motorcycle club. This drives a wedge between the two, but circumstances change when her ex has found out that she has relocated to San Diego. Fearing for Saffie’s safety, Niran tries to get her to let go of her inhibitions about MC clubs. Will the Devils be able to help Saffie before it’s too late? Will Niran finally find compatibility with a woman that he wants to call his own?

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by April Smith

Next Door To A Star (The Star Series Book 1)Next Door To A Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Star Series by Krysten Lindsay Hager. If reading this as an adult, it will bring back lots of memories from middle and high school. You have all the drama and emotional teenage angst among these pages. Along the new girl to town trying to find her way, make new friends and seeing where she belongs. This is a perfect YA read and if doesn’t disappoint.

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kimberly Shirah

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in Hagar’s Star series and it is every bit as good as the last.

So Hadley’s life is a lot better off starting out in this book then the first. She’s living in Grand Haven, where she can see her grandparents and favorite aunt whenever she wants. She’s got a great, sweet boyfriend. Unfortunately it’s not all perfect, since her boyfriend is currently being pursued by a former television star; whom he used to have a huge crush on by the way.

Hagar has the kind of writing style that will transform you back into a teenager. From every insecure feeling, to family, friendships and relationships.

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashley Dover

Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manda Mellet has written a world-class novel! The characters, the plot, and the mystery makes this a must-read MC romance novel.

Grumbler is the Sergeant-At-Arms for the Satan’s Devils Motorcycle Club in San Diego. He’s been with the MC for almost 30 years. Never in his thirty years has he ever thought about taking an old lady (or a wife in citizens’ terms). The love of his life and what he cares for the most is his motorcycle. He spends his extra cash on tricking out his motorcycle.

Mary Styles is a widower and a single mom of a seventeen-year-old daughter, Alicia. Mary’s life revolves around her work, trying to keep her daughter safe, and dealing with her daughter’s ever-present teenage attitude.

A chance encounter during a photoshoot involving Grumbler’s motorcycle and Alicia, Mary’s daughter, brings Grumbler and Mary together on a path to save Alicia’s future. What obstacles will the two have to face to keep Alicia’s future intact?

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Stephanie Nicole

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Competing with the Star by Ms. Krysten Lindsay Hager is one of the better stories that I have read this summer. The thing that I love most about Ms. Hager’s stories are how realistic everything is. Everything that is included in her stories is something that could easily happen in real life, and it helps keep her readers glued to the pages. Her main characters in Competing with the Star are beautifully written, both characters have a kindness that will make you feel warm and fuzzy, and their personalities are so caring they will make your heart melt. Competing with the Star is full of friendship, first loves, and the ups and downs of life in general, making it a very easy story to get lost in. So if your looking for a great summer read then I highly recommend Competing with the Star.

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Competing with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Heather Knalls

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Krysten Lyndsay Hager had done it again. I loved this second book in the series. Hadley seems to adjusting to her new life after moving. She has the perfect boyfriend, Nick and lots of new friends including ex star Simone. Could things come crashing down? Hadley had been talking to Simone and letting her know how sweet and caring Nick is. Simone has never looked at Nick in that way until now, could this ruin Hadley’s friendship with Simone and her relationship with Nick? What will happen with these new feelings.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Felicia Bates

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tangled Roots is the first book in the Witches of Willow Creek Tangled Magic series by Denise D. Young. I really enjoyed the book, it read very quickly and kept my attention throughout.  This is one of those books that have you convincing yourself you will read “just one more chapter” because you can’t be left in the suspense of how the chapter just ended! I have always been drawn to the paranormal but when it comes to books, paranormal or paranormal romance genres are something I’ve only dabbled in. Denise B. Young’s writing left me craving and looking forward to reading more.  The writing was descriptive enough to paint a vivid picture without going overboard and the characters had great depth. 4 out of 5 stars for me, can’t wait to read more by this author!

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Remember His Name (Remember My Name Series Book 2) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Kayla Kearney

Remember His Name (Remember My Name, #2)Remember His Name by Laurencia Hoffman

Relatable characters and a suspenseful story seem to be Laurencia Hoffman’s speciality! Her second book in the Remember My Name series, Remember His Name was another quick read for me and for good reason. The attention to details that Hoffman shows when sharing Wren’s story with the readers makes it feel as though you are an empath yourself. Like the first novel, tears were shed reading this book. I do issue another trigger warning to those that have experienced untimely death and parental violence, but another overall very well written novel.

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Candida Hopper

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Book 1)
By Denise D. Young

This is a good paranormal romance with magic, witches, danger, and wonderful characters. The action starts pretty much at the beginning and goes throughout. Cassie casts a spell in 1974 and when she wakes up she finds out it’s 2019 and all her coven is gone. She is determined to find out what happened to her and her coven. Nick wants nothing to do with magic but what happens when Cassie shows up needing help? The pull and chemistry between these two is off the charts. I couldn’t help but root for both of them. The author wrote with such detail that I felt like I was right there in the story. This book kept me entertained. I can’t wait to read the next one in this series. I recommend this book.

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Sarah Devereaux

Competing with the StarCompeting with the Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Competing With The Star is the second book in the Star series by Krysten Lindsay Hager.

I highly recommend this series! I really enjoyed this second book and felt I connected with the characters even more than when I read the first book, Next Door to a Star.

Hadley is at her new school with her new friends and her cute boyfriend, Nick. Life is the best it has been for her since she moved to Grand Haven. She and Nick have a great friendship and a great relationship as well and they can talk to each other about just about anything.

When Hadley finds out her boyfriend used to have a huge crush on her best friend Simone, Hadley’s whole world gets shaken up, and not necessarily in a good way! What could possibly go wrong when your best friend is a former TV star?

I really felt connected to this book and series as a whole. Even as an older adult, I could relate to how Hadley felt about that first relationship and the feelings of insecurity and if she was good enough or doing the right things. I could also relate to the friendships, and lack thereof, and how you don’t always know if your friends are who you think they are in the end.

YA contemporary is one of my favourite genres and I really feel this series would be a great addition to any young teens book collection and I highly recommend it for the 12-18 year old age range. I hope that someday Krysten writes a third book to let readers find out what happens between Hadley and Nick and the rest of the gang.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Piper Foster

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grave Digger is the academy no one wants to be at. It is a lovely quick read. Very fasted paced which I enjoyed this however does not take from the story at all. All in the bottom of the bottom academics. This actually read better than I expected. Mikayla is the daughter of a big family and is not fitting on with the rest of them academically let’s see what the future holds.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Carr

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. It is a YA paranormal story and contains witches and magic. As you can imagine with young witches learning new magic things done always go the way they should.
The author does a really good job at bringing the paranormal world to life and the story is magical and funny which keeps you reading.

In this story we follow a young witch called Makayla. She is unsure of her power and coming from a powerful family she wants to prove to them she is as good as they are.
However when she doesn’t get into her choice of school she ends up at Grave Digger Academy. This is an place no one wants to end up and Makayla wants to leave as soon as she can.
The Grave Digger Academy turns out to be harder than she expects and things turn into an adventure when the dead she is supposed to stop rising decide that they don’t want to play ball and stay where they are suppose to. Dead and buried.

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Remember My Name (Remember My Name Series Book 1) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Remember My Name (Remember My Name #1)Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shane Coulter is a man with a dark past and a darker heart, he has been through a lot in his life and this has made him into the person he is today, abrasive, sarcastic and a pain in the ass to those around him, but as much as he tries to distance himself from those around him, he can’t seem to push them far enough away. One day he is meeting his friend for something to eat, but instead of him, he sees a face from his past, his first love, Callan Reid, a tall, blonde man whose blue eyes keep him entranced and help his breath to come back, but they also remind him of what they had and why he left him. Callan cannot help being drawn back to Shane, the man he left behind to appease his family, but the life he chose hasn’t made him happy and all he wants is a second chance with him and he is determined to get Shane to come around to his point of view.

They agree to meet up and go on a date, but Shane insists that it is his rules or nothing and the main rule is that they are complete strangers, they don’t talk about the past or delve too deeply into each others lives, Callan agrees, albeit reluctantly and they agree to meet and start again. As the two meet on one of Shane’s favourite walking trails, Callan asks to take his picture, Shane agrees, however, it is too much like all times, but he agrees to dinner as payment for the photographs, although he takes his own car and follows him there. When they get to the restaurant, it is the same one as the other night. After the waiter brings their food, they talk about their careers and other small talk, slightly touching on the topic of family and relationships, but before he can get too comfortable, Shane makes his excuses and leaves, albeit agreeing to dinner the next Friday on his way out.

Shane is really trying to keep his aloof attitude going, it is becoming harder, especially when the rest of his family and his boss at work are trying to drum up an uncomfortable amount of conversation, as time passes and Shane sees more of Callan, he is finding that the more time he spends around him, the harder it is becoming to stay closed off and Callan is beginning to think that there is more to Shane pushing him away than just being obstinate, meanwhile, Shane is still desperately trying to keep his secrets hidden, but his well built walls and boundaries are starting to be pushed against and he isn’t comfortable with it at all. Will Callan be able to get Shane to open up to him and accept the help being given, or will Shane close himself off even more as the pressure mounts? Can Shane keep his demons at bay, or will the darkness close in on him and destroy whatever he has left? This is a thrilling story of love and protection in this romance with a dark twist which will keep you on the edge of your seat and guessing as to what will happen all the way to the end.

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The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Myder Bird TattooThe Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new author for me which I enjoyed reading. I look forward to reading more from her in the future. This is a well written story that is full of action and kept me turning pages to the end. The characters are relatable and bring the story to life on each page. This is a story about a series of situations that puts things on a course of destruction. The queen is assassinated and her two daughters have had a couple of failed attempts at killing them. Living in a matriarchal society, the youngest daughter realizes that some of the soldiers are her brothers. What happens next you will want to find out. This is a little different story but it was easy to read and I found it to be entertaining. Overall I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

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Of Fire & Bone (Of Magic & Scales Book 3) by Natalina Reis – Review by Naomi McDonald

Of Fire and Bone (Of Magic & Scales, #3)Of Fire and Bone by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Of Fire & Bone is the third book in the Of Magic & Scales series. Somehow, I ended up with the third book without reading the second one. I read the first one and going from that one to this one I can say that it’s not difficult to pick up what’s going on, BUT you miss out on the actual events that sparked what’s happening in book three. So, I’d definitely say you need book two for the best reading experience.

This is a quick, fun-filled read. I love the banter between the characters and how easy it is to connect with them. I liked how the book had a warm vibe without tipping over into cheesy. The only thing I wish had been different was that the final battle seemed a bit glossed over. That could be because I missed book two and maybe that’s where most of the action happened with that character.

Overall, a pleasant read. Even though this is the conclusion to the main books, I’m looking forward to the holiday book, which is unusual for me because I don’t normally prefer holiday themed books. These characters draw you in, though. Plus, I have to find out what Vee does for the event. There’s bound to be something, what with all her wild ideas…

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven series) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven #1)The Girl and the Raven by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this young adult paranormal story. This is one of my first books by this author which I enjoyed how she brought the characters to life with her attention to details. They are connectable and make the story engaging. This is a well written story that pulled me in from the beginning and made it fun to read. Lucy has found herself in a new town living with family after the death of her mother. She just wants to fit in but finds that her destiny has something else in mind. She is a gifted young teen that finds herself in the middle of good and evil. What happens with Lucy you will need to find out. She kept me turning pages because I wanted to know what would happen to her next. Will the darkness destroy things before she comes to terms with her destiny? She is such a great character, I just loved her. She made the story for me. I highly recommend this book.

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Remember His Name (Remember My Name Series Book 2) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Naomi McDonald

Remember His Name (Remember My Name, #2)Remember His Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Remember His Name is the second book in the Remember My Name series. I had a rocky experience with book one, but I decided to give the second one a chance anyway. I’m here to say that book two did a MUCH better job with suspense and overall story telling.

While I still felt like there were a lot of major time skips, this story held my interest more than the first book. It also answered the question of whether the first book ties into this one at all. It does. I can’t really say how or it’ll ruin the story, but I will say there is one part of the tie in that connects to the cliffhanger in book one. That piece felt much too brief after the buildup from book one. Maybe there will be more regarding that in an upcoming book? The main story line in book two is rounded out and feels like part of it has a conclusion, which is what I think was missing in book one. Even with somewhat of a cliffhanger in book two, there was still a sense of closure, which made for a much more satisfying read.

This book is a bit different in that you could read it by itself for the main story line, but if you don’t read book one, you’ll miss the impact of how things shape up toward the end. It will make sense, but you won’t fully understand why it’s important. So, even though book one was not my favorite, I’m glad I read it to get the full reading experience for book two.

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Sex on Fire (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1)Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read by Ashley Bostock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this short romance story. It is a naughty neighbor romance that pulled me in from the beginning. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her. This is a well written story that packs a lot of heat in a short time. Turner is a neighbor that anyone would love to have next door. In this neighborhood all the women swoon over him but he says I am the one for him. But is this woman good enough? Will he convince her that she is the one for him? I enjoyed their chemistry and watching their relationship grow throughout the story. It was an entertaining story to read and I highly recommend it.

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Remember My Name (Remember My Name Series Book 1) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Naomi McDonald

Remember My Name (Remember My Name #1)Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Remember My Name is the first book in the Remember My Name series. This was not the reading experience I expected. This book is marketed as suspense, but I didn’t feel like it was suspenseful at all. I feel like it’s more of a dark, angsty romance because the main character has a haunted past. I had what I’m guessing was supposed to be the suspenseful part figured out within the first few chapters.

Now, I LOVE a dark, angsty m/m romance, so I tried to get into this book despite the mis-marketing, but I couldn’t get emotionally involved with the characters until over half-way through. There wasn’t a good emotional build up at the beginning.

Another thing that was a bit distracting was the choppy way the scene breaks came up. It didn’t flow well, so there were times I had to take a minute to figure out where they were or what was going on. And the overall story was a bit slow in places.

Also, the book ends abruptly after only 13 chapters. It is unclear whether or not the author meant for it to be a cliffhanger. There isn’t really any closure to the story. I read the description of book two in order to try to see if there was a hint that it was continuing, but based on what I read, it looks like book two has a completely different set of characters. Basically, it left me confused as to the authors choice of ending the story where it ended. I’m wondering if maybe there was supposed to be more and it just didn’t get uploaded?

Something I did like about the story is that the main character had people around him who were truly trying to support him no matter how much he pushed them away.

This story had a lot of potential and I really wanted to like it more than I did. Maybe book two will be more satisfying. I’ll give it a try, just in case.

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grumbler’s Ride is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC series by Manda Mellett. Grumbler is a rough and tough biker who feels as though he has no time in his life for anything other than his bike, his work, and his MC life. He has never been married and never had kids, nor has he had any desire to have either. His family is the Satan’s Devils and that is how he intends to keep it. His girlfriend, as his biker buddies refer to it, is his beloved motorcycle. Besides, even if he wanted an old lady in his life, he is too darn old at this point as he is nearing sixty.

Mary, a single mom, has been raising Alicia alone since Alicia was about 10 years old. Now at 17, Alicia and her mom butt heads constantly because, as teenagers often do, she knows everything. Mary has no desire to date or bring a man into her life because raising her head strong daughter not only keeps her busy but tends to be a turn off to men. Mary and Alicia bicker constantly as Mary tries to teach her daughter the dangers of the world. Alicia, feeling that her mom is being too overbearing and too protective, chooses to often ignore her mom’s advice. When Alicia is approached by a photographer who asks her to do some modelling for him Mary is nervous and reluctant to let Alicia do the photo shoot. However, against her better judgement, Mary allows her daughter to do the photo shoot, but only on the condition that she goes along to supervise.

As luck would have it, Grumbler has been approached by the same photographer and has been asked if his beloved bike can be used in a photo shoot. At the photo shoot Grumbler briefly meets Mary and gets a glimpse into the dynamics of the mother-daughter relationship between Mary and her daughter Alicia. This chance encounter between Mary and Grumbler during the photo shoot changes all their lives forever in a way that non of them could have ever predicted.

This book was a great read and I fell in love with the characters of both Grumbler and Mary. I absolutely loved the fact that the main characters were both older and more mature. I also found it quite refreshing that Grumbler and Mary first became friends before deciding if it could be taken any farther. Grumbler is a man who oozes sex appeal and goes to show that even mature, older men that are considered rough around the edges can be sexy. Mary is someone who shows that older, more mature women, can also be attractive and desirable. This was a great read, but I must warn that there is some sensitive material in the book.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I very much enjoyed this book and needless to say this is a start to an amazing series, and was very well done and I’m quite eager for me! I loved the authors techniques in writing this amazing novel, from the characters and how they grew and changed, from how words played to describe not only the events and the scenery, but as well as the minds of the characters very thoroughly, this was a rare gem and left me very impressed and happy to pick up this novel and look forward to where the characters are at, to what hey will face next, with it be good intentions or perhaps something more of a more darkening sense?

The main character which to me is so relatable in more ways than one is named Makayla…she is to study at what is called The Grave Digger Academy. Trust me, she was deeply against being there in the first place more less, although perhaps she would learn soon enough that the the old saying the universe has a plan always, maybe there was more truth in the sentence than she was willing to believe?

Makayla is very headstrong, and doesn’t want her life mapped on a star collision for her life. She wants to choose her own destiny and make her own decisions that will make forth a path that only she can follow as it will be the one she has chosen and willingly made. People she meets quickly choose a side to love or hate her. As much as people she could trust join one more side, the ones perhaps with less good intentions quickly make a side. But will this dividing up impact her more than she believes or again is this something the universe is planning as if all the students of the academy are more less like pawn sin a chess game? waiting till one is knocked out to reach the one piece that is desired most?

The novel ends at a good standing point as well. It was a fast and brisk read for me. It didn’t drag or make you feel bored, but more less the complete opposite.

I loved this book for so many reasons, and I truly am eager to see what Makayla will go through next. Again she makes her own path, but is there truly any way to escape destiny? Sometime we can evade but some things no matter how hard you try, you cant run from some things that tru1y have a way of finding you.

I cant wait to see how she progresses and more of her path and what is already chosen and set for her. As well as how she is to be “shaped” for the continuation of the series. I always loved reading, understanding, as well as witnessing the growth of a character. And I already know with Makayla there is to be anything but slow motions. She truly is set up already to a force that if reckoned with, well you may have doubts for doing that in the first place.

This was my first novel/series I have read by C.A. King …my only regret is I have not gotten to enjoy more books by them until I discovered this one! This was a fun and brisk read, and I will be eagerly awaiting for the continuation of the series

Well done C.A King, you have truly left me wanting more, and needless to say, very impressed!
Do pick up this wonderful book my fellow readers, and join me in attending the “orientation” for The Grave Digger Academy…surely we do not want to be late do we?

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Shelly Kittell

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A time-traveling witch? Cassie is stuck in a tree from 1974-2019. Nick is a witch who is hiding his powers. The two are brought together to rescue others from a diabolical plan. There are misadventures and new adventures for Cassie as she meets new family. So much has changed. The chemistry off Cassie and Nick could start a fire of its own. The town sounds wonderful. It reminds of one of the small towns in our area. Everyone knows everyone else’s business. It’s funny, light, and a great read for book 1 in the series. I can’t wait to read more.

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Lake of Flowers (The Lord Hani Mysteries, book 5) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Lake of Flowers (Lord Hani #5)Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have now been following Hani, an Egyptian Diplomat from book one and I always look forward to a new story and I am never disappointed. Each book can be read as a standalone story, however I feel that the reader will enjoy the novels more if they are read in order. This story is set in ancient Egypt, around the seventeenth and final year of Akh-en-aten’s reign, which is about 1338 BCE. Hani makes a great main character as he is well defined and is both relatable and likeable and he really helps brings the plot together. Due to the authors wonderfully descriptive narrative I always feel engaged with Hani and immersed in his world, so much so that I feel I am solving the mystery alongside him.

This time Hani is investigating thefts from the household of the king which on closer inspection appear to be related to a sinister attempt on the kings life. Alongside the main mystery Hani is worried for his daughter who was present at the crown prince’s birth as those present begin to die as secrets emerge about the princes identity. Hani is caught between the government and the radical revolutionaries who would like to restore Amen-Ra by civil war. This unfortunately involves the Queen, who Hani has sworn to serve. As usual this is a complex historical crime mystery story with an action packed plot which had me hooked from start to finish. The twists and turns kept me guessing and I enjoyed figuring out the mystery elements of the storyline alongside Lord Hani.

There are a lot of characters mentioned which can be confusing but the list of characters at the beginning of the book is very helpful and I found it interesting to know which characters were based on a real person and those who are fictional. The authors knowledge and research shines through in her writing and I found the historical notes particularly fascinating along with the glossary of terms. I continue to enjoy ‘The Lord Hani Mysteries’ series and I look forward to book number six, hopefully!

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Tangled Roots (Witches of Willow Creek: Tangled Magic Series Book 1) by Denise D. Young – Review by Jamie Zabolotney

Tangled Roots (Tangled Magic, #1)Tangled Roots by Denise D. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! It was right up my alley for paranormal romance. Cassie Gearhart, fresh out of highschool escapes a family who has made her suppress her magical nature. In an attempt to hide from her older brother she makes a blind deal with the Goddess. Fast forward 45 years, Cassie stumbles back to the farmhouse she has come to know so well. Only to find that the inhabitant is no longer the woman she knows but her grandson, Nick Felson.

After tragedy struck the small town of Willow Creek, Virginia, Nick had sworn off using magic and had plans of leaving forever. Until Cassie showed up. Both Cassie and Nick can feel the way their magic calls to the other, it’s like they are meant to be, or at least meant to use their magic together for a larger purpose.

I would recommend this book if you are looking for a nice easy read with a great story line.

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