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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 1) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 1) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold
Genre – Contemporary Romance
Listening Length – 11 hours 6 Minutes
Cover Designer – Cat Treadgold

Holed up in an isolated cabin in the Hoh Rain Forest, county music heartthrob Joe Bob Blade is under strict doctor’s orders not to utter a sound. During a freak storm, a beautiful woman collapses at his door. Ali’s gentle humor and hard-luck story captivate Joe, raised in privilege and until recently, sailing smoothly to the top of the charts. Surprised that she doesn’t recognize him, he decides to keep his identity a secret. It’s a novelty being treated like a normal guy, and besides, Joe can communicate only in writing. Ali doesn’t reveal her last name, either. Sparks fly, but both resist the heat. Their timing couldn’t be worse.
Back in civilization, Ali and Joe struggle to move on. Over the next year and a half, neither can forget those two magical days.

~ AMAZON ~

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Cat Treadgold has been a publisher and editor, a classical singer, an Equity actress, a coordinator in Newsweek’s External Relations Department, a legal secretary, a voice teacher at Shoreline CC, a receptionist at a major recording studio, a cater-waiter with Glorious Foods, a restaurant hostess, a member of an opera quartet, and a coat-check girl at a fancy New York nightclub.

Cat has an AB cum laude in German Literature from Princeton University, a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Washington, and a certificate in Technical Writing and Editing from the UW.

Two of her unpublished novels made it to the finals in their categories (mystery and romance) in the Pacific Northwest Writers Association Annual Contest.

Three of her adaptations of operas (original translations and dialogue) were performed by Shoreline students while she was a teacher there.

She and her husband Jeff divide their time between Washington and Arizona.

Author Interview with Cat Treadgold

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold
Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 276
Cover Designer – Cat Treadgold

Holed up in an isolated cabin in the Hoh Rain Forest, county music heartthrob Joe Bob Blade is under strict doctor’s orders not to utter a sound. During a freak storm, a beautiful woman collapses at his door. Ali’s gentle humor and hard-luck story captivate Joe, raised in privilege and until recently, sailing smoothly to the top of the charts. Surprised that she doesn’t recognize him, he decides to keep his identity a secret. It’s a novelty being treated like a normal guy, and besides, Joe can communicate only in writing. Ali doesn’t reveal her last name, either. Sparks fly, but both resist the heat. Their timing couldn’t be worse.
Back in civilization, Ali and Joe struggle to move on. Over the next year and a half, neither can forget those two magical days.

~ AMAZON ~

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Cat Treadgold has been a publisher and editor, a classical singer, an Equity actress, a coordinator in Newsweek’s External Relations Department, a legal secretary, a voice teacher at Shoreline CC, a receptionist at a major recording studio, a cater-waiter with Glorious Foods, a restaurant hostess, a member of an opera quartet, and a coat-check girl at a fancy New York nightclub.

Cat has an AB cum laude in German Literature from Princeton University, a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Washington, and a certificate in Technical Writing and Editing from the UW.

Two of her unpublished novels made it to the finals in their categories (mystery and romance) in the Pacific Northwest Writers Association Annual Contest.

Three of her adaptations of operas (original translations and dialogue) were performed by Shoreline students while she was a teacher there.

She and her husband Jeff divide their time between Washington and Arizona.

Author Interview with Cat Treadgold

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kelli Harper

Smooth Hoperator: A Fake-Relationship Romance (Love on Tap)Smooth Hoperator: A Fake-Relationship Romance by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The 2nd book in the Love on Tap series does not disappoint!
This story has even more mystery but just as many laughs. Sylvie Stewart has definitely become one of my favorite independent authors! Sunny and Carter will take you on quite the adventure. Watch out for Duke though, he may just steal the story and your heart!

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kelli Harper

Notebook Mysteries Parisian IntrigueNotebook Mysteries Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A new to me author, and this story did not disappoint in any way! This book is part of a series , I have learned, but it did not affect what I read in this story. Wonderful description of all things. The authors attention to all the details was fantastic. this author is definitely one I will read again and I am not usually a reader of mysteries.

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Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Kelli Harper

Fetching DreamsFetching Dreams by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In my opinion this book should be required reading for all. This book is wonderfully written. It will have your emotions all over the place. I even learned so much about Africa and what young girls endure and I am almost 50. Highly recommended!

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashly Renner

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

This series just continues to get better and better! Every time I open a new book in this series I fall a little more in love with this author and her ability to tell a story. I love the way the author gave us this teaser for the start of Phoenix and Aspen’s story, and absolutely cannot wait for the rest of the story to come.
One night, one choice can change the trajectory of lives, which both Phoenix and Aspen quickly find out. What was supposed to be one night of fun could link them for the rest of their lives, but the fire between these two is undeniably hot. Both have very similar backgrounds, the difference in their future is how they decide to handle things. Act like their parents, or step up and properly take care of their responsibilities.

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Twisted Eros (Modern Mythica Book 1) by Aria Skylar – Review by Beverly Finnie

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

Twisted Eros was definitely just that, twisted. This book was alright. It got better at the midway point but I was struggling at the beginning. It felt slow and I was confused for a bit. Again like I said it did get better. I enjoyed the story the author was telling.
Eros/Erik and Kay have a strange and sorted past. One where Erik’s mom is very much involved in. A twisted plot of revenge that involved way more parts than expected. Duped into an abducted vacation, Kay has no idea what’s coming her way. It’s the way the author wrote how she persevered was what made me like her character.
Erik is damaged goods. However he just couldn’t resist.
What happens when Kay tries to get too close?
How does she redeem herself?
The author wrote a story that showed amazing growth for the female lead. It also displayed healing for the broken male lead.
if you enjoy twists and turns check it out. It might seem to start off slow, but stick with it. Trust me when I say you’ll be happy you did in the end. It seems to be the promising start to a new series.

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Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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

This was the second book in the Green St. Girls series and while I didn’t read book one, this was definitely able to stand alone, but I will absolutely be checking out book one to get more of the back story on the four girls. I absolutely love Indigo and Gideon together. They were so adorable together and I loved how patient and supportive Gideon was with Indigo. I also loved the multiple POV’s so we could get into the minds of both of the main characters. Indigo has overcome so much and the author did an amazing job of balancing her accomplishments and her feelings of inadequacy perfectly. This was a fast paced book that had not only the romance, but also elements of suspense and danger. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in the series!

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The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Lucy Machard

The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1)The Finding by A.M. Porto
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

CONTAINS SPOILERS/CONTENT WARNING

This book definitely was interesting. It follows the story of Victoria; and tells about the countless abuse she suffered at the hands of her stepfather. There are detailed descriptions of child abuse in this novel, and honestly I did find myself needing to take a bit of a break here and there from the story because of some of the details of abuse. Her stepfather also goes along and ends up selling her to a cartel, where she does end up getting SA’d by the cartel leader. The SA doesn’t go in to detail, for those that might struggle with reading things like that.

The writing style of the author to me seemed to be full of dialog, and a little low on actual action. Don’t get me wrong, I love a book full of dialog, but I feel like I personally missed a lot of opportunities to connect with the characters and connect more with the story due to the way we don’t get to see a range of emotions that can connect readers with characters. This isn’t me saying there are *no* emotions, but honestly there’s only about three- love, rage, and determination. The idea and the plot was absolutely fantastic, but I personally feel like the writing style could have been a little more detailed when it comes to the actions of the characters. This isn’t a dig to the author; I really did like this book, it’s just the writing style wasn’t for me, but it could be perfectly fine for you.

As I said, I do love the plot, and I love the basis surrounding the book. I think this author has a phenomenal amount of potential as a writer and as she develops more into her craft, and I look forward to seeing what else she puts out into the world and to watch her grow!

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Lyndsey fairley

A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1)A Toast for Laurent by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I wasn’t too sure with this book to start as i went in blind, but so so glad i kept reading. Laurent and Phoebe had a pact that if they werent married by 40, they would marry each other. Funny thing was, they haven’t spoken in 18 years when Phoebe decides to cash in on their pact.

I really felt for both of these characters but also understood to a point of what happened years ago.

i really hope we get to see more from everyone in these families as i think there are some good stories to be had.

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Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Betsy Melano

Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales #3)Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A cute change to the story many of us know so well. I love that Goldilocks comes into the bear’s house and leaves it better then when she finds it by fixing things. The simple machines brought up in the book are explained in diagrams that kids can understand.
Wish I could have read this version to my kids when they were younger.

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) Audiobook by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Melissa Saxton

The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Cycle 2)The Book of Hours by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gabriela seemingly has gotten it together after her last brush with death. Staying committed to her family and raising her son, but there are so many secrets just under the surface that could destroy everything.
Richard has pined for Gabriela but stays away seemingly rejected as she never reached out, or did she? He finds himself in a predicament to protect her again when she finishes her manuscript and another psychopath sets eyes on her prized work.
Can these two finally find a way together, or will a other psycho torch their future before it can begin. And what of her other secrets in her family, what will she do?
Great story, simmering chemistry. Well read as an audio. You won’t regret it!

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Heather Hoke

A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1)A Toast for Laurent by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So let me start this review off by saying! That is the BEST dedication I have ever read! Some days I feel like some things wouldn’t be possible without wine!
This story is catchy from the very beginning. I could not wait for a few minutes between my kids to sit down and read. I just needed to know what was going to happen next. And more times then not I looked bug eyed reading the next event!
Ir really hope that there is another book because I will definitely read it I enjoyed this one eminsly.

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Kerry Carr

The Misery House (The House on the Hill #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book one in The House on the Hill series and what a start. The author does a great job of creating the atmosphere, keeping the reader guessing and describing scenes in a way that makes it feel like you are actually there. The only downside for me was the story didn’t flow as smoothly as I would have liked. Telling the story from different points of view was interesting as you got to read different people’s perspectives and their fears but parts felt a bit stilted which made parts hard for me to read. However overall i enjoyed the story and I can’t wait to see where we are taken next.

This story is about a small town called New Haven. It’s a quiet little place, nothing really happens so when strange things start to happen it causes people in the town to worry. Are the strange happening because of a house that is abandoned on the hill? Is something evil lurking within its walls?
And when the evidance starts to point to a local family the Woods can they solve the mystery and prove their innocence or is the evil that’s lurking going to be aiming towards them? Can they protect each other and the town?
I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and find out what happens

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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

Cruel Start was such a tease!! Like all of the Hidden Valley Academy books, it hooks its claws into you and doesn’t let go. This installment focuses on Phoenix, who we know from the previous books, and Aspen. Aspen is new to town but has already woven her way into the Elite. Both are about to live their worst nightmare; something they both experienced and planned to avoid like the plague. Anxiously awaiting reading Cruel Hate to see how this all plays out.

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Melissa Fink

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Cycle 2)The Book of Hours by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Book of Hours was such an amazing thriller book. The details in the whole book was amazing. This book was a page turner for me. The Book of Hours is a action packed read. If you didn’t read the first book, that’s okay. The storyline is in the book so you can follow along.

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Blood Prophecy 4: Rise of the Hunter by Barb Jones – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Rise of the HunterRise of the Hunter by Barb Jones
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The world is split between good and evil, dark and light and there is a constant battle between the two which most people don’t see, or hear about and it is this battle which is part of the two Prophecies, a person filled with dark magic with try and kill the Queen and her followers and one of these battles has already taken place. The one representing the darkness was thrown into a deep, dark pit by the Queen and her followers, but while they all thought this person was dead, they were actually stealing the life forces of those thrown in with them and using these powers to build a secret demon army, they were employing dark witches to carry out their demands and see to their every need, meanwhile, the Queen was carrying on with her peace, completely unaware of the danger building beneath her feet.

As the months pass and the darkness begins to take hold, the demon army is growing stronger and more numerous and plans are falling into place, but there is a third prophecy which the Queen is unaware of and this is the one which is the darkest and most destructive of all, one where the representative of evil separates the Queen from her followers one by one until all fall under the power of the darkness and serve it unconditionally. A prophecy where a wolf, a witch and an angel are the keys and a hunter, a demon army and dark witches are the locks, it is not an easy path, but one the bringer of darkness is all too happy to follow in order to seek their revenge against the Queen and all that she stands for.

Will the darkness rise along with the hunter, or will good again triumph over evil? This is a twisted tale of the battle between light and darkness, as their representative forces work to either keep the balance, or destroy it. As the supernatural forces in the world decide which side they belong to, secrets, lies, bargains and mysteries mix to create a world where nothing is as it seems and the twists and turns will leave you reeling in this enigmatic story.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve- Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy TalesWhen Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic surrounds us, it is everywhere you look and in everything that you do, but whether you realise this or not, is another magic all of its own.

In a small town, cursed objects find themselves drawing people to them, but will their curses be survivable, or will the magic prove too strong in the end?

Once upon a time, people learn bout their pasts, presents and futures so that they can make a choice that will lead to either light or darkness, but which way will their choices take them?

Wild creatures roam the woods and for the most part, they keep to themselves, however when they are discovered by humans are they as dangerous as they are made out to be, or can they show us a new way of life?

In this collection of magical tales of mystical people and creatures, all set in a modern day world where you will be shocked, surprised and left wondering if fairy tales really do surround us in between reality and fantasy, where lines can be blurred and fate will find the destiny which stretches through time and space to show the way forward.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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

5 Stars
Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson

Broken is the second book in the Green St. Girls Series and is a Contemporary Romance with plenty of drama, friends to enemies and so much more. This author never ceases to amaze me with her creative yet developed and complex characters with a storyline that has you going through the notions/ emotions with the characters. I started reading this late in the evening and ended up staying up till two am I had to know what was going to happen next. I loved everything about this book from the amazing cover to everything in between. This is Indigo’s story and its packed with twists and turns with drama and danger , suspense and pain and so much more. I have really become connected to these characters and everything they have gone through and I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author and look forward to more from this series.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/158199542-parisian-intrigue” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1684876105l/158199542._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/158199542-parisian-intrigue”>Parisian Intrigue</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20991006.Kimberly_Mullins”>Kimberly Mullins</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5696346737″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
All of these books have been great. I can’t wait to see how the author wraps them up in the seventh book. These books all flow so well and the pages fly by quickly as they are so hard to put down. In this book the gang goes on an all expenses paid trip to Paris. They don’t know who their benefactor is, they just know that they have less than 24 hours to pack their bags. It also just so happens that the Paris Exposition is also happening. A stranger befriends Emma and Jeremy on the ship while an older couple befriends Dora and Tim. Will they be friend or foe? Of course the crew gets tangled up in a few mysteries that challenge their investigative skills. If you like investigative mysteries any one of these books can be a great starting point.
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Rise of the Hunter (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Melissa Fink

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Rise of the HunterRise of the Hunter by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rise of the Hunter was a great book. The author did a great job on the details in the story and with the characters. I liked this book because it was like supernatural and horror all in one book. Rise of the Hunter was a page turner for me. I wanted to know what was going to happen next.

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Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales #3)Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom

Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines is part of the Science Folktales series and we absolutely loved reading it. This is a wonderfully written retelling of a classic with a twist. My five year old son loved this book and all the pictures . This authors imagination never fails to simply amaze me. This story is aimed for children ages 4-8 and will learn how six simple machines help in a variety of ways. I highly recommend reading this book to children, grandchildren, neices and nephews. We look forward to reading more from this Author.

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by

A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1)A Toast for Laurent by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Toast for Laurent is the first book in the Vine Valley series by Theresa Paolo. It follows Laurent and Phoebe who were once young lovers with a marriage pact. 18 years after Phoebe disappears from Laurents life, with no explanations, she walks back in demanding her collection. This somewhat spicy book switches between viewpoints which allows readers insights to get to know the characters better. If you love a good sham partnership, wine, and family drama then this is for you!

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Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Sarah King

Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales #3)Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A unique twist on Goldilocks and the three bears that I enjoyed sharing with my neice and nephew. Wickstrom really has become a favorite for them. I love that there is always a lesson for the kids to learn as well, whether it be moral or something more hands-on, like in this case. I would recommend this book.

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jessica Stone

Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jessica Stone

Like with the previous 5 books in this series, this book had me in a chokehold. This book is about Phoniex, Cole and Damon’s younger cousin, and his love interest Aspen, and it starts the beginning of a new time period that the first books were leading up to, college.

Though I was a bit disappointed with how quickly this book was over, I know that the author has some angsty, dirty drama gracing the pages of the next book for us as always. Isla loves to leave these books on CH but ALWAYS delivers a wonderful climax and conclusion. To say I’m invested in this family and their stories is an understatement.

I find these books fun and easy to read, the continuation from the previous books is wonderful and well thought out, I genuinely enjoy and crave getting to know each and every character more intimately, I highly recommend getting your hands on the first 5 novels and taking a dive into the world this author has created, you will not regret it.

Cruel Start, Hidden Valley EliteSeries, Isla Vaughn, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, New Adult, Romance, Jessica Stone, July 2023

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by M Policicchio

A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1)A Toast for Laurent by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A pact made by two 22 year-olds gives the now 40 year-olds a second chance at love. Laurent and Phoebe had been friends for years. Each secretly longing for the other. They finally gave into their feelings at what was possibly the worst time in Phoebe’s life. Phoebe’s mom had just died, her dad brought his former mistress to the funeral, and then he married her two weeks later. Phoebe just couldn’t take it. It was all too much. So she ran.

Phoebe is a successful business woman, well traveled, and extremely independent. But her entire facade starts to crack when she receives the invitation to her half-sister’s engagement party. It is just another chance for her step-monster, her father’s former mistress, to berate and belittle her. Phoebe acts in desperation and goes to Laurent and claims that he has to marry her because of the pact.

Laurent says he won’t marry her but he will act as her boyfriend for the event. While at the engagement party, the step-monster pulls her usual tricks and insults Phoebe at every turn. Laurent slips into uber-protector mode, one of his usual, and accidentally announces to the step-monster and Phoebe’s family that they are also engaged. Family hijinks ensue.

I love the scenes with Laurent’s siblings. They are hilarious. I hope there are lots more of those to come in the series. The characters are real and feel like they could be someone you could be friends with on any given day. I look forward to reading more of this series. Great opener!!!

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Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Daryian Lucas

Love Is What It Is: A holiday RomanceLove Is What It Is: A holiday Romance by Marina Hanna
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3/5 stars
This book was okay once I kept reading. The first page didn’t draw me in and actually made me want to stop reading. I didn’t really like how it was written.

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Daryian Lucas

The Misery House (The House on the Hill #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5/5 stars
This was a fast read for me because it was so good. It drew me in and kept me on the edge of my seat.

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Daryian Lucas

Smooth Hoperator: A Fake-Relationship Romance (Love on Tap)Smooth Hoperator: A Fake-Relationship Romance by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.5/4 stars
This was my first book by this author and it was okay. The writing is good however I think the main characters need a little more development. I’m almost the same age as the main chant after Sunny and there’s no way I could be her friend lol. I felt as if she comes off a little immature and unrealistic.

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Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4) by CR Robertson – Review by Sarah King

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

I was immediately drawn into this story; it was exellently written with great character and world development. I was able to read the book out of order without issue but I will add that reading the series in order would definitely help as there is an overall story that carries through the series as well as characters back story’s that were introduced previously. But if you’re like me and just can’t wait, I would recommend this book regardless of the reading order.

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