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Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Moriah Venable

Taz: (Devil's Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter)Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I want to start by saying that I absolutely love the cover for this!

Taz is a Mom who kicks a** and takes name especially when it comes to her son, Teddy.

She is the bookkeeper for the Handmaiden’s. When a white supremacy group starts making trouble and the past starts to catch up with her, she finds a family that help protect her and Teddy.

I was not expecting to be so engrossed and captivated by this book as I was. I knew it may pull at my heartstrings but I wasn’t prepared by how much nor how much I would love the characters.

I am not a big fan of different POV chapters but it works very well.

I read that there is another book scheduled to be released in September. I am looking forward to reading it.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Crystal Brehant

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book in this series of women who have been through the ringer. This story focuses on Athena, a self made millionaire who was traumatized at age 17. She took that experience and toughened herself up. She may have done so a little too much. When a stubborn, strong, hard headed man comes along, fireworks ignite. Can these two get over each others walls?

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Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Crystal Brehant

Broken. (Green St. Girls #2)Broken. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and another great one. This book focuses on Indigo, her struggles and triumphs and her discovery of love. I love how strong the girls in this series are. No matter what they have all been through, they pull through. Can she learn to trust again?

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Heidi Sturgess

The Secrets they Hide (Commissario Scala #2)The Secrets they Hide by P.J. Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book i this series can be read as a stand-alone but I think you get a fuller experience when you start from the beginning, it feels like you know the man better 😉

A body is found with a note attached but it’s no ordinary note it’s full of his dark secrets ….the deeper he digs the more murders are uncovered and more questions are needing answers and the clock is ticking ….

Scala is a complex character with a quirkiness that makes him the stubborn character he is , yet you can’t help but like him .

Rome has never felt so dark and frightening ….

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Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1)Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bring on my stalker if it means I can have the likes of Cade to look after me 😉🔥

Keira works at Milano and Lake as a PR form that promotes college athletes and she actually quite good at what she does but someone is sending Airdrop message that are freaking her out and she realises it’s no office prank and is convinced it’s her past coming to haunt her ….

Cade picks up on the nervousness Keira is trying to hide and he’s an ex navy seal that’s trying to recover from trauma and injury but his natural instinct to protect is stronger and when the heart gets involved lines get blurred and the desire to protect intensifies. Cade also is part of Shadow Defense Securities which is made of former seals like himself #hotnessoverload#🔥❣️

Keira hears someone in her house but manages to get to Cade without being detected and their suspense and tension filled journey starts…

This was really a good start to what promises to be a brilliant series !

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Off all the Notebook mysteries this is my favourite cover ❣️📚 and I couldn’t wait to discover what Paris held in store for us ….

Who in their right mind turns down an all paid trip to Paris !? I get their reservations and suspicions but let’s not look a gift horse in the mouth , right !?

Imagine being part of those to see the Eiffel Tower ! So our quartet make friends along the way but all is not as it seems and people are not always what they give forth….our friends need to keep their wits about themselves …

A lot of effort went into this story and there’s a certain realism to it which makes one live the story while reading ❣️📚 I’m ready to pack my bags and travel back in time to old school Paris ❣️

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Love, Only Better (Bold Journeys Book 1) by Paulette Stout – Review by Megan Pesek

Love, Only BetterLove, Only Better by Paulette Stout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rebecca has everything she needs, except confidence. She has let others dictate what she needs to do and who she should be for so long that she doesn’t even realize she has lost control of herself. On a quest to feel like a woman, Rebecca gets much more than she bargained for, if only she can convince herself that she deserves everything good coming her way before it all falls apart.
Love, Only Better is a story of empowerment and taking your life back. With a strong female lead character who discovers that she is worth more and deserves better, she is unstoppable! Paulette Stout nailed the insecurities that draw a person down and challenged them head on in this book, well done!

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Tequila Midnight (Southwest Suspense Novels Book 1) by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Jo Wright

Tequila MidnightTequila Midnight by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

She expects the worst out of everyone. She drinks to hide from the pain. She is hard-headed and stubborn as a mule… she was me mentally 3 years ago. I really loved the adventure in this book! The traveling and detective skills she picks up looking for this missing woman spark my wanderlust and sense of adventure! Can she be honest with herself and quit punishing herself? I guess I have to find out if she follows through in 2024! I’m eating my heart out wanting to know what direction her and Angus will take and if she’ll stick to her new found dreams or if she’ll shut down and fold into the person she was before the epiphany she has at the end of the book!

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Sage advice by cori cooper – Review by Logan Yoder

Sage AdviceSage Advice by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first novel by this author and I have to say, I’m impressed. This would be an adorable hallmark movie. It’s a very good palate cleanser.

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Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4) by CR Robertson – Review by Michaela Massie

Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4)Forbidden Blood by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4): This is the fourth book in the series, and while I usually suggest reading them in order, this book can stand alone. This is another wonderfully written piece of fantasy that I highly recommend taking the time to read!
This is Kimber and Fabian’s story: Kimber is a vampire with special powers, she is both an empath and a seer; she is able to feel read, sense, and feel other’s emotions, be it pain or joy and all in between, as well as see visions of the past and the future.
Fabian is Shaman; Shaman have used their magic for millennia to keep the balance between the worlds and the barriers strong. Although Shaman are supposed to only watch, he has always been more compassionate than his fellows, and it shows in his actions.
I don’t want to go into anymore detail, because this genuinely is a really good book and I don’t want to spoil anything for you! Please take a moment to read this wonderful piece!

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Twisted Eros (Modern Mythica Book 1) by Aria Skylar – Review by Michelle Collier

Twisted Eros (Modern Mythica Book 1)Twisted Eros by Aria Skylar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an intriguing retelling of Eros and Psyche. There is just so much going on in this book. It is a dark romance that checks all the boxes. I loved all the twists that this book had and the strong female that Kay is.

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Michelle Collier

Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a prequel to Aspen and Phoenix’s story. This is a super quick read and just like the rest of the Hidden Valley Elite series it is fantastic. I really just can’t get enough of this series. Phoenix just wants to get to college and then to the NFL. Can one night of passion derail all his plans? I am now counting down the days until the next book in this story comes out.

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Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Michelle Collier

Taz: (Devil's Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter)Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series and just like the other 2 it is great. This book was a rollercoaster of emotions. There are twists and turns you just never see coming. All the characters are so in depth and just pull you right into the story. I can’t wait to read more about these super strong women and people they love.

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Brutal Nights: A Dark High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn review by Michelle Collier

Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite #4)Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Hidden Valley Elite Series. Damon and Skylar’s story is so packed with twists and turns. I just could not put it down. The pull between these two characters is undeniable. I am impatiently waiting for the next book in the series.

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Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Michelle Collier

Love Is What It Is: A holiday RomanceLove Is What It Is: A holiday Romance by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fun fast read. It is a steamy holiday romance. Toni and Mickey have an instant attraction and amazing chemistry. They embark on a holiday fling but when the vacation is up will they be able to just walk away from each other?

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 2) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Michelle Collier

A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta, #2)A Match Made in Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The Millers of Marietta. I have not read the first in the series but after reading this one i think i want to go back and do that. Annie runs a B and B and is not looking for a relationship. Craig is visiting town for a wedding and gets enlisted to help Annie with marketing for her B and B. He does not do relationships. The chemistry between Annie and Craig is off the charts yet they both still try to avoid the inevitable. This book was sweet and funny.

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Guarding the Crease by G.K. Brady – Review by Krystal Gregory

Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers #9)Guarding the Crease by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady

What a sweet and adorable book. I am a sucker for any sports romance book, but tell me that it is hockey and I will trip you to get to the book first. Serena Lambert, is in a pickle, and not the dill kind. The one person who saves her is the one she cannot stand. Wyatt Tompkins needs Serena, in a way that is both irritating and necessary. Serena is the only one that can save his career. And he is not above playing some seriously dirty tricks to get his way.
This sweet book is the a great addition to the Playmakers Series. Lovers of sports romance, hockey, and fun whitty banter will adore this book. 4 out of 5 stars.

Review by @kgregory

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Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Lisa Helmick

Taz: (Devil's Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter)Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an awesome story! I loved this one! It is action packed with suspense, drama and MC goodness. This one covers a problem I have not read about before so that intrigued me. The author does a good job at weaving a story from beginning to the end then tying it all up in a web. The story flowed really well as it is told from different characters perspectives. The author does a good job of putting me in the moment. I was really worried and freaked out just lije the characters..I even felt their panic and was many times just “ go, Go, GO!”

Overall this is a great story incorporating multiple clubs with its large cast of characters. I felt Taz’s story was told on point and she did not get pushed to the back for the overall storyline. This easily could be a stand alone but I would suggest reading the series to get how connected all these characters are. Plus it was wonderful seeing the boys from Grimm Wolves MC as a cameo. This one I highly recommend if you are a person who enjoys MC reads with a spin on them and crazy good characters with depth. Well done!

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Michelle Collier

Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is beautiful. The pages were so colorful it just kind of draws you in. The poetry itself is wonderful. I loved all of the references to pop culture and music sprinkled throughout. The words of these poems wrap around your mind with beautiful imagery.

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Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Wendy Wary

Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance (Playing for Keeps Book 3)Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This feels like a typical romance made slightly edgier by the fact the main character is a tattoo artist. With that being said, it’s a good read and the characters are pretty well developed; although for someone who’s not afraid to do what she thinks is right for her, Kia seems to be a bit more insecure than I’d expect. The supporting characters perfectly mesh into the story and being more depth to it. This is a nice, quick summer read.

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Murder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber – Review by Jessie Hopkins

Regardless of the size of a neighborhood, do we ever really know our neighbors?
Retirement communities typically have a slow-going pace with committees and activities to help with socializing. Yet, keeping to one’s self can sound very appealing to many. Retirement, aging and end of life can cause some struggles to deal with, both physically and emotionally.
Jane, Leslie, Andrea and Hazel are all at different stages of finding where they belong in this world after recent changes in their lives. Jane, Leslie & Andrea find one another and forge their own friendship while Hazel deals with her life changes on her own.
A quick but good read.

Flowers of Evil by N. L. Holmes

Flowers of Evil (Hani's Daughter Mysteries Book 1)Flowers of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed Flowers of Evil by N. L. Holmes. Egyptian times have always fascinated me and I absolutely love the world that Holmes created! Bringing ancient times to life, painting vivid scenes and characters but also relatable. you can feel the injustice and unfairness of how Neferet and Bener-ib are treated because of their gender.
Of course, with rich worlds and deep characters comes a lot of lengthy paragraphs of descriptions, which can be harder for me to fall into. But I had no issues with this one, as it captured my interest and imagination completely. Really looking forward to the next one!

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman- Review by Laura Jones

Didn’t want to put it down! (amazon.com)

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Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines – Review by Anantha Rusum

Planting HopePlanting Hope by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has a unique storyline, where a romance between two emotionally injured characters develops around gardening. It is an emotional roller coaster as the two main protagonists are complex.
Holly had to witness a tragedy in the past first hand and is emotionally healing herself working as a nurse and a gardener. Kit is a passionate gardener, but he is also dealing with his past, a complex muddle of guilt and violence. When Kit hires Holly, sparks fly, a passionate romance develops between them. But when things take a turn, will trust sustain between them. Can the passion develop into a life long relationship?
This is my first book of this author. I enjoyed it. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Megan Conley

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute sea-themed counting book for your littles. I love the rhyming throughout the book and the descriptions on each page. I also like at the end how Ann gives interesting facts about starfish as well as a QR code so you can download the sing-a-long. This would be a great addition to any gift for soon-to-be parents (especially if their theme or décor was beach for sea).

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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The Finding by A.M. Porto Reviewed by Charlene Gonzalez

The Finding (Berrycreek Heights, #1)The Finding by A.M. Porto
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Honestly, I love this book because how Vic’s life was a roller coaster of chaos and so much abuse but she continues to keep on going. This would be my first time having hard trouble coping with this story because it is horrible that a person goes through so much to find happiness but love will have it last and sometimes you have to go through a lot to see who you are. Logan will do anything for Vic even face the hate from the stepfather and face a lot to get to her.
The author did an amazing job with this story and the characters are incredible.

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Tempting Fate by Bella Faust reviewed by Charlene Gonzalez

Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 out of 5 because I never thought that I will love the way the author has me. Bella Faust has me wanting to read these types of books and I have to say I am in love with Lili she is a strong character and I can’t believe that her best friend did her dirty.
I have to read Craving Control to find out what happened. But I am ready to read the second book.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Angela Shirley

Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emma and Jeremy are in the swig of their business, until one day an invitation arrives for them to travel to Paris, although at first this seems like a gracious gift from a benefactor it all seems just too perfect. Although to there better judgement they decide to take the trip and explore the sights of Paris and the Exposition which is due to be there too.

So while they are seeing the sights and wonderful innovations Emma and Jeremy stumble upon a girl who requires there help but as soon as they are helping her she vanishes, can they find her an understand what is going on, while Dora and Tim are caught up in a plot which they have been told about regarding the exposition, can they race against the time and find out what is really going on, you will have to read the book.

This is the sixth book in the series and although this is a series each book can be read as a standalone, the nice thing in reading the whole series is you get to see the relationship grow between Emma and Jeremy over the time and how the whole crew got together.

I love the historical aspect of the story and the vivid descriptions and words feel like you are transported back to 1889 and experiencing all this with the characters of the book. I love the way these stories weave a web and thrilling adventures that feel like you are with the characters and helping them solve the mysterious as you go along.

I can’t wait to keep reading more and look forward to the next book in this series.

Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Angela Shirley

Broken. (Green St. Girls #2)Broken. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When one of your best friends leaves a dying wish for you to take a chance and live life what are you supposed to say, well Charlie would not let me get away with not fulfilling this promise or knowing her she would haunt me forever.

Indigo is a genius, anything programming or gaming she is into it, building up her companies from scratch with the help of her friends she is on top of the software world. Although she has not had that many relationships, with her past it seems easier to live alone but when Athena’s brother shows up, Indigo starts getting feelings and reactions she has not had with anyone.

Gideon has searched long and hard for his sister, her thought she had abandoned him all those years ago but now retired from the army and reunited with her her is in a great place. So living with one of Athena’s friends seemed the logical thing to do, so here he is in Indigo’s guest house and with his friendship blossoming with this intriguing lady he starts to development more than friendship feelings.

When there is a threat to Indigo’s life she asks Gideon to be her bodyguard so they can blend in when she is at her conference, can there relationship stay friends or is more brewing under the surface and can they both admit their feelings to each other?

This the second book in the Green St Girls series and although this is the second book I believe it can be read as a stand alone book, as you go through it does explain who certain people are in relation to each other.

Indigo has had struggles and with her past still so raw your heart really goes out for her, trying to run her companies with this attacker after her really weighs a toll on her and you get to see the sassy, badass girl she is which is brilliant to read. Gideon is a quiet force of nature, having his issues have only made this man even more lovably, he is patient and calm with Indigo but when he needs to become the alpha male he is gentle and tries to let her have the ahhhh moment which is great to read.

I love these stories and if you have not read Athena’s and Tru’s story you need to it is brilliant. Now I hope Gwyn’s story is next as she needs some love in her life.

Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Angela Shirley

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When your best friend demands you to live your life on her death bed, you tend to have to make good on the promises.

Athena is young and successful, being thrown out of your home at 17 and force to live on your own was a hard lesson to learn but in walked the family I choose, my girls, Gwyn, Indigo and Charlie became all the family I needed. Until Charlie got ill and all the money in the world which they had could not save her, so on her death bed in typical Charlie style she made me promise to live life and find love.

Tru is living the life he always wanted, most people say a Professional Pool Player is not really a career but tell his bank that. All he is interested in is the top prize and winning this will catapult him to the top of the listing and more sponsorship and recognition he deserves. Arriving at the venue he spots a beautiful woman who he just needs to get know, when they finally get to chat he discovers that she is the owner of the pub and various other clubs and bars throughout the country.

As Athena gets to know Tru she is more aware that the intial fun she wanted to share is becoming more serious and that Charlie may have had a point of finding a forever person and she may have found them in Tru.

Can they both put there past behind them and embrace the future together?

I loved this book, it is full of emotion and tragedy which is heart-breaking and draws you in from the first chapter. I loved the character of Athena, she is definitely a woman to not mess with, with her passion and ambition was a refreshing read and that said Tru was just enough Alpha to be strong with her but his softer side really was a counter and calming influence to Athena which was lovely.

I loved the secondary characters and they enhanced the story and showed that family can be grown and chosen, with the way they were complete ready to have each other backs and damn the world was brilliantly and engaging to read. Thank you for a brilliant and well written story and can’t wait to read about the Green Street Girls.