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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Kelli Harper

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A new cozy mystery series by K.L. Montgomery. This is a wonderful story full of mystery and it even kept me guessing all the way up until the murderer was revealed. The way the characters, both human and feline interacted with each other was wonderful. I love all the little twists and turns. This is really two stories in one. There is the human murder and then there is a conflict going on in the feline community as well. Wonderfully written and I am already hoping book 2 will be out soon.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Julie Johnson

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another really cute book in this series. This time, sea turtles are being featured. There is a cute little rhyming story to go along with counting the sea turtles on each page. There is even a little song at the end of the book that can be listened to from a QR code.

I love the very vibrant colors in the illustrations!! A couple of pages almost look 3D because they are so well done!

A great addition to any library where youngsters will have access!

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Fire Meets Fire (Wretched Soulz MC #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kelli Harper

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Fire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MCFire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OH MAN THE WRETCHED SOULZ ARE BACK!!
I absolutely love Manda Mellett and her MC books. Fantastic writing and the books pull you in and make you feel like you are there. You can just feel the bikes rumble and smell the stale beer and cigarettes. Helo and Chaz are well matched in this story. I can’t say what I want about this book as it will reveal the whole thing but all I can say is READ THIS SERIES !!! You will not regret it.

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Ten Little Sandpipers (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Julie Johnson

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Ten Little SandpipersTen Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fun little read that focuses on counting and rhyming. The illustrations are very colorful and fun. This book contains a counting challenge at the end too!

This would be a great book for a new mom or grandmom, or one to keep in a family library for the young readers.

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Moonlight Drive by A.R. Hadley – Review by Kelli Harper

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Moonlight DriveMoonlight Drive by A.R. Hadley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Girl and Boy growing up, knew each other and she remembers him still. Now that she is old enough she is able to follow him and try to rekindle what they had as kids. He however is in a haze of rock music, groupies and drugs. She wants to become a musician and do what the band does but she isn’t into the drugs and groupies. This story will keep you wanting more. You will keep turning pages simply because you are just waiting on him to remember and for them to find that “HEA” that you are so desperately rooting for. Hang in there. The ending may surprise you.

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap #4)Stout of My League by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Love on Tap series has had me enthralled, delighted and in fits of laughter and Stout of My League may just be the icing on the top of them all. Make sure to read them in order as Sylvie incorporates some spoilers from the first three books. I have no idea where Sylvie gets her book titles from, but I love them.
In this small-town forbidden romance, there is Joey who is as warm as he is sweet. He’s just withholding the truth just for now he will tell her. That is just asking for disaster if you ask me.
With four older brothers who don’t mind meddling in her life & going overboard whenever a man comes near her, Lynn is at her wits end. Can you divorce siblings?
And the fun begins. It is funny, with wonderful characters, with witty banter, mayhem and madness, romance and did I mention sexy too boot. Its enchanting, engaging, delightful, interesting and its enticing.
I must add that the cover pops too. I like it.
I look forward to seeing what Sylvie has in store for us next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Silent Forest: A shocking psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending (The House on the Hill)The Silent Forest: A shocking psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending by David Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whilst I enjoyed the first book, I found I liked this one a little more, but I found I had a few unanswered questions as this book finished. I am hoping that David reveals all in the third book though. Being the second book in The House on the Hill series David continues with the fear and creep factor, the tension, the drama, the suspense and the psychological thrills.
There are some characters you will love and others you will love to hate. There is more creepiness, more horror and more strange things happening in the town. Beware the eeriness pulls you in but having you wanting to keep your distance at the same time. The story travels slowly at first but then bam! picks up further along.
Something is out there, and it may just be darker than the night sky. The only way to find out is to read it yourself. It almost reminds me of the stories in the TV series of old The Twilight Zone. If you like psychological thrillers, then give it a go.
I wonder what book three brings.

 

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder by Moonlight is the first book in the Felines of Fairytale Forest cozy mystery series. Fairytale Forest adventure park is a fun place, but a murder might just change all that.
This cozy mystery has talking cats well she can talk to one human. But the news to tell sure isn’t good. It’s a murder right in their beloved adventure park. Leaving nothing to chance they decide to act. They gather pieces together to bring down a killer to prove their friends and not the furry four-legged kind’s innocence. Journey along as they try to figure out who had the motivation and opportunity to commit the deadly deed.
This cute tale takes you on an adventure of the kind you have not read before.
I enjoy reading K.L.’s tales they are fun, a little quirky, a little dangerous but they always make me laugh.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 1)Murder a la Christie by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder ala Christie is the first book in the Golden Age of Mystery book club. There are a lot of characters in this book, but the author did a good job of developing them and I was able to mostly keep them straight. The theme follows a book club, where the members start dropping like flies. The leader of the club is English professor Lexie Driscoll, who takes it upon herself to help investigate the murders. I liked the main character and look forward to reading the next book in the series. I want to see what happens with Lexie and Alistar and Detective Donovan. It wrapped up nicely and maintained the mystery until the end.
I don’t have any knowledge or experience with Agatha Christie books, so can’t speak to the accuracy of the comparisons to her books.

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A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman – Review by Tausha Treadway

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A Patriot's TaleA Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman . This is a wonderful historical story about the Revolutionary War in South Carolina. The story follows Lily Thompson who is set to join the Militia because her family has been killed and she wants revenge on the Red Coats. Lily is so head strong and really shows what women were capable of back in the day. We see the horrors of war and even the way many women contributed to the war among the battlefields even. Fighting for their freedom men and women have to endure many things and its not pretty in the least. Lily finds love, loses loves and suffers PTSD from the loss of her family. Trying to fit into a male world and fight like a man is even harder but she tries her best. This book is written so well that I felt like I was in South Carolina during the Revolutionary War. Its a young adult novel but don’t let that stop you because it was a wonderful read!

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K. S. Gantt – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short StoriesThe Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K.S. Gantt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K. S. Gantt. This is an amazing book of Psychological Thriller short stories! There are several trigger warnings but they are warned ahead of time and they don’t go in too deep. I enjoy getting the pants scared off of me so this was right up my alley. They are not in your face scary but this could really happen scary, which to me is even worse! There are fears mentioned quite a bit in these stories such as the fear of needles and the fear of snakes which is my #1 fear! I thought I had snakes in my bed all night. There are twists, turns, mysteries and things that go bump in the night and its your choice if you want to face it or not! Read this fun collection to get the hairs on your neck to stand up. I loved it!

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters Series) by C.A. King – Review by Jamie Truex

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters)Just Ducky by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just Ducky is the first book in the Weird Shifters series by C.A. King. I have read a few books from this author so I knew right away I had to read this one as well! I love her writing style. The character building and world building are on point. This was such an original take on the normal paranormal books I’ve read before. Danger, adventure, romance, and some unique shifters, this book has it all. I had a very hard time putting it down! Looking forward to reading the next book.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Ten Little Sea Turtles is part of the Marine Life Counting Collection full of colorful illustrations and rhyming along story as turning each page learning to count 1-10. The little sea turtles make their way to the ocean and see what is in store for them as the enter the water.

This is such a fun counting book from ages 0-6 and can be enjoyed for the young at heart too as you read to the little ones!!

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Ten Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Ten Little SandpipersTen Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Ten Little Sandpipers is part of the Marine Life Counting Collection of counting books and perfect for the little ones who are starting to read or an adult to read along. This beautiful illustrated book full color brings the story to life as we count 1-10 of sandpipers and their adventures at the beach. Turning each page with how many sandpipers you are also rhyming along with the counting story-line.

What a wonderful childrens book that is more for ages 1-4 and very enjoyable for the young at heart reading to the little ones too!

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A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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A Patriot's TaleA Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A gripping American Revolutionary War novel which had me hooked throughout. It is set in South Carolina, during 1778 as the war rages on. We are introduced to the strongly determined and independent Lily Thompson, who is not going to let the fact that she’s a girl, stop her from joining the fight against the British. Lily takes on the guise of a man and joins a raid against the British army only to be captured and held for ransom. Following her release Lily takes advantage of the British captain’s growing infatuation, seeing it as a weakness. She joins a local spy ring in order to help the militia’s overthrow him, but this means Lily having to play a dangerous game of intrigue. The author does a great job of setting both time and place, and the descriptive narrative and added historical details transport the reader back in time. I felt immersed in the story and engaged with the characters, especially Lily as I felt invested in her journey.

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A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman – Review by La Toya Lewis

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A Patriot's TaleA Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A Patriot’s Tale is a Historical Fiction by Nicole Pierman. We follow Lily Thompson as she searches for a family to make her their ward so that she may join the rebels during the Revolutionary War. Lily meets the Turner family and they set out to Bamburgh to join the rebels. This was an adventurous story with many great details about the war and battles. I liked the variety of characters given to us. Lily is a character who makes a great effort to protect the ones she cares for. I greatly enjoyed the Turner children. Mary and Eric, in particular, were delightful. The story would have benefited from more even writing and doing more showing than telling. This story is fun for those who enjoy determined female leads and historical fiction.

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a book by an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up by them. I enjoy their writing style that brings their characters to life on every page. Their attention to details make their story realistic and hard to put down. This book is no different. It is a well written story that is a cozy mystery that takes place at an amusement park. What will happen when one custodian is found dead and another is at the top of the suspect list? Will Cat and her furry friends find the killer and clear her name? I enjoyed how I was pulled into the story from the start by the characters. They are connectable, fun and just added to the entertainment of the story. They have great growth throughout which made the story easy to read. This is a fast paced, hard to put down mystery and one you don’t want to miss. I enjoy this author and their books. I highly recommend this book.

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this thriller. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed their ability to pull me into the character’s world from the start. Their twists and turns had me turning pages fast. They are connectable, strong and made the story easy to read. This is a well written story about New Haven and how the town mourns their dead but also it has its secrets. As new hope comes to light but so do secrets. The story is suspenseful and one you don’t want to miss. There is great growth throughout which makes the story hard to put down and fast paced. The characters pull you into their world with ease and keep you turning pages to the end. I really enjoyed reading this book. I look forward to reading more from this author. I highly recommend this book.

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What Lies Buried by Leslie Kain – Review by Tabitha Montero

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Make Me Want to Love You (Love in Emerald Creek) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Dawn Mitchell

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Make Me Want To Love You: Love in Emerald CreekMake Me Want To Love You: Love in Emerald Creek by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two of the series. I did not read book one but do not feel like I missed anything. I enjoyed this book alot. I do feel it was very slow but enjoyable. Shayna an Burke’s friendship turns into a wonderful romance that they both needed. Burke is amazing with her three kids, no one expected an just shows you that you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.

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Finding Love (The Oath Series) by Lacey Furr – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Finding Love (The Oath Series)Finding Love by Lacey Furr
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Loch’s agent books him a stay at a B&B when it is obvious that he needs a break. He is grieving the loss of his sister. His manager lets the owner of the B&B, Hailey, know that he needs privacy as he recovers.

Hailey has put her heart and soul into her B&B as she works through her own traumatic past. This has left no time for finding love. However, when a rockstar comes to her establishment, and soothes her out of a panic attack, the two realize that there is a spark of something there.

They both are dealing with trauma and this creates a bond built on helping each other heal. Add in a best friend, her best friend’s husband, and some bandmates…and there are enough twists and turns to keep things exciting.

I enjoyed the growth and healing of both characters. All the secondary characters kept things interesting. This is the first book that I have read from this author…but it won’t be the last.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Ten Little Starfish: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Starfish: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is so cute!! My kids and I thought that it was adorable. The illustrations are so cute and super fun. Great counting book for younger kids (toddler and preschool age). You can have your kids search and find all the starfish along the way as you read. There are also some great facts about starfish at the end of the book. There are some fun search and find pages in the back as well. It will have you going through the book a couple times with your kid(dos), counting a few different things. I LOVE this book for babies 1st library!! Start them reading young and they’ll be counting in no time! And they will learn that reading is fun and can teach you so much!

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Ten Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Ten Little SandpipersTen Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute counting book for younger kids! I love that this author takes random animals and helps children not only learn how to count, but also gives them some cute fun facts about them as well. Kids can learn so much by reading and these books are perfect for that! I didn’t know some of these facts! Did you know that sandpipers can change their colors?? How cool is that?! The illustrations in this book are adorable and match the story so well. I can’t wait to read more of these. These books are great for toddlers and preschoolers. Wonderful first library books too!!

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Oscar and Emmy’ s First Christmas (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Oscar and Emmy's First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book.Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas” is a delightful and heartwarming story that captures the joy and magic of the holiday season through the eyes of two adorable kittens. Author Terri Sabol has woven a tale that is sure to delight both children and adults, as Oscar and Emmy join in on exciting Christmas traditions with their furever family.

The story is filled with adorable moments, from Oscar and Emmy’s first attempts at gift wrapping to their enthusiasm for decorating the Christmas tree. The author’s use of simple language and charming illustrations makes it easy for young readers to become immersed in the kittens’ adventures.

One of the strengths of this book is its ability to capture the essence of family traditions and the joy of sharing special moments with loved ones. The story is filled with warm and fuzzy moments that are sure to make readers feel all cozy and festive.

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Fire Meets Fire (Wretched Soulz MC #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Fire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MCFire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so happy to this MC book! I enjoy this author’s stories and it had been a bit since I have had the pleasure of reading one. She always does an excellent job on plot and the in depth characters. In here is no different. I really fell for these two and the plight they both were put in. Helo is a definite surprise as she has issues but a strong backbone and mad skills! The more I learned about her the more she became perfect for the Prez. He did something in her that literally shocked me! (I think himself as well) I was not sure he would be able to come back from his faux pas. Getting to meet n greet a whole new MC is always exciting!

This one took me on a ride! I was thrilled to be back in this MC world where not everything is black or white. It was nice to see the humor the brothers share amongst each other. The story kept me engaged and I read it in a couple days. I eagerly look forward getting to know more of the boys in the MC.

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane” is a heartwarming and educational adventure story that teaches children the importance of natural disaster preparation and pet safety. Author Terri Sabol has crafted a engaging tale that follows the journey of two adorable kittens, Oscar and Emmy, as they navigate the challenges of a hurricane.

The story is inspired by the author’s personal experience with 2017’s Hurricane Harvey, which adds a layer of authenticity to the narrative. The author’s use of simple language and relatable scenarios makes it easy for young readers to understand the importance of disaster preparedness and pet safety.

One of the strengths of this book is its ability to convey complex information in a way that is easy for children to understand. The story is filled with valuable lessons about the importance of having a disaster kit for pets, keeping them safe during emergencies, and the supplies needed to build a pet disaster kit. The author’s use of real-life scenarios and scenarios makes it easy for children to visualize the importance of these lessons.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a super cute counting book for kids! This book is wonderful for younger kids. Start them out young, reading these cute books and they will have a love of reading and learn at the same time!! Both of my girls are older, but they thought this was an adorable book. My oldest wants a turtle so bad, but of course not a sea turtle. Lol. The illustrations are bright and beautiful. The turtles are so cute!! We loved the little search and find in the back too. We even went back through to look for all the little crabs. We also enjoyed the fun facts in the back about turtles. Did you know sea turtles don’t have teeth? That’s just one of the fun things you learn when reading this super cute turtle counting book. Grab this for a toddler or preschooler’s first library! Oh an you can download a song that goes with it! Just scan the code in the back for more fun!!

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Fire Meets Fire (Wretched Soulz MC #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Fire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MCFire Meets Fire: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another 5 star MC series that is well worth reading. This is President Chaz of Wretched Souls and Helo’s story. What a strong couple. Helo has had her share of trauma in her life and things are about to get even more intense. Chaz being the head man in the club has so much more to account for. But will Helo be his weak spot? Will Chaz and the MC Club accept Helo into their family? Can she be trusted? This author has once again impressed me with her writing skills. Her knowledge of MCs is outstanding and her characters have so much grit. The story will capture your interest on page one and keep you drawn in until the last page. I want so much more from this author and her amazing characters. This is going to be another great series and I look forward to reading all about the Wretched Souls.

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Purrfectly Framed (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Trish Ann

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Purrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer MysteryPurrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cute book! It was a nice cozy mystery and follow up to the first book. This can be read as a standalone. It’s fun with a well thought mystery. I enjoyed the characters and obviously the cats. I would read more by this author.

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun start to a new series. I’m in love with this one. The story is entertaining. This author has such a fantastic way of writing. She hooks you in write from the beginnning and you don’t want to leave. You want to know what the kitties are finding clue wise. Someone has to help Catherine. Such fun characters that pull this all together. It’s an exciting cozy mystery and I can’t wait for the next book.

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