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Devil’s Spawn (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #6) by Manda Mellett – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Devil's Spawn (Satan's Devils MC Colorado Chapter #6)Devil’s Spawn by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Devil’s Spawn is the 6th book in the amazing Satan’s Devils MC: Colorado Chapter series by Manda Mellett. The more I read of the Satan’s Devils books, the more I fall in love with Manda Mellett’s writing. I have absolutely adored everyone that I’ve read so far and this time was no different. This book was amazing. I’d give it more than 5 stars if I could.
In Devil’s Spawn you even get 2 for the price of 1. You not only get Lizard’s story, you also get Mace’s. Both of these stories will totally grab your heart and not let go of it. Lizard’s is a second chance romance with a difference. I’m not giving any spoilers but you will love it. Mace is a different character altogether. At the start of the previous book Ink’s Devil I really did not like Mace but he redeemed himself later in the book. In this book we see a totally different side to Mace and I just loved him.
As always with the Satan’s Devils book you get a great romance story and hot and steamy sex. But added to this there is always a powerful storyline running through the book filled with danger, despair, heartbreak and every other emotion you can think of.
I really cannot get across in words just how much I loved this book. Yet again Manda Mellett has given us another cracker that I’ll enjoy reading again. 100% recommend!

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Mountains Loved (Mountains Series #3) By Phoebe Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Mountains Loved (Mountains #3)Mountains Loved by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mountains Loved is the 3rd book in the excellent Mountains Series by Phoebe Alexander. Books 1-3 are Sarah and James’ story and should be read in order. The remaining books are stand-alones and can be read in any order. I had oved books 1&2 and could not wait to see how Sarah and James’ story turned out. In true Phoebe Alexander style it was action packed, hot and steamy and had a few curveballs to keep you on your toes.
In Mountains Loved we move 2 years on from the end of Mountains Climbed. Sarah and James are now married and Abby has gone to college. Having settled into married life James and Sarah are now considering whether it’s time to add another person into their polyamorous relationship and also trying to have a child of their own together. These events put a great deal of strain on the marriage and both start to question what they really want.
I have to say that there were times in this book that I really hated James. I just wanted to shake some sense into him. I guess it’s partly due to me not being polyamorous and just wanting James and Sarah to be together but also due to James being a complete douche at times. I really felt so sorry for Sarah, she just wanted to be happy and to be loved.
This book took me on a very emotional journey. I laughed and I cried. Oh yes, I cried. Parts of this story will really pull at the heartstrings. I won’t give any spoilers but will just say that you should really give this series a try. It’s awesome!!

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A KISS BENEATH A STRAWBERRY MOON (Daydreams & Dragonflies Rock ‘N Sweet Romance 3) By Tamara Ferguson – Review by Karyn Taylor

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A KISS BENEATH A STRAWBERRY MOON (Daydreams & Dragonflies Rock 'N Sweet Romance 3)A KISS BENEATH A STRAWBERRY MOON by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Kiss Beneath A Strawberry Moon is a wonderful sweet romance story by Tamara Ferguson. My usual genre is romance that is a bit more dirty but I have really become a fan of Tamara Ferguson’s sweet romances set in Dragonfly Pointe.
As with many of the others that I have read this is not a full length novel but Ferguson packs so much into her stories that you are not left wanting.
In this book Marielle, an aspiring singer, meets Drew, an up and coming songwriter at a summer camp for aspiring musicians. Both have wonderful futures ahead of them. Marielle is destined to become a huge star and Drew wants to go to college and then into teaching. Both are devoted to each other and are determined to spend their lives together but fate steps in the way. A family disagreement causes Drew to drop out of college and join the military where he is badly injured.
I loved this story of young love. Drew and Marielle are so sweet and their love for each other is so strong. What will happen when Marielle becomes a huge star? How will Drew cope with his injuries and disfigurement and will Marielle still want him? Read this wonderful sweet romance story and see how Drew and Marielle fall in love and how the cope with the dramas that life throws at them.

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IRRESISTIBLE VALENTINE (Irresistible Romance Book 3) Anthology – Review by Karyn Taylor

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IRRESISTIBLE VALENTINE (Irresistible Romance Book 3)IRRESISTIBLE VALENTINE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Irresistible Valentine is a great anthology of 8 romantic stories from 9 different authors. I am not going to review all 8 stories but have chosen 2 to focus on. My review will be of Two Hearts Reconnaissance by Tamara Ferguson and The Player by Jacquie Biggar. Both are authors that I have read before and these were the 2 stories that I was most looking forward to reading.
Two Hearts Reconnaissance is set in Dragonfly Pointe, the location of many other novels by Tamara Ferguson and brings back some characters from other stories.
This was a heartbreaking story which explores child abuse and child trafficking. I was totally gripped to the story of Harry Giordano and Eve Loughlin both of whom have had terrible childhoods in various foster homes. Eve has now reconciled with her birth mother and Harry (and his foster sister Amy) have been taken in by Gabe and Lucy Giordano.
This story takes you from their first meeting at age 13 to them meeting again as adults and a lot in between. Although not a full length novel, Tamara Ferguson packs so much into this story.
The Player by Jacquie Biggar is set in the ice hockey world. Star player Roy is being hounded by a crazy ex-girlfriend who is spreading lies about him and it’s affecting his career. Enter PR woman Patience who is hired to improve his public persona.
This is a great story which will have you laughing at the antics of Roy and Patience. Roy does everything he can to annoy and rile Patience and she just falls into his trap everytime. Can she help fix his career or will the crazy ex get her way?

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Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Out Of The ShadowsOut Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh My God! I don’t know where to start with this review. This book totally blew me away. Firstly, total kudos for Theresa Sederholt of tackling such a difficult taboo subject. Secondly, unless you have a swinging brick for a heart then you will need tissues for this book. A whole big box of them,
This story deals with the subject of physical and mental abuse but in this case it is the husband who is being abused. The story is told from the POV of Dane Johnson and also his 13 year old son Brady. It is heartbreaking and emotional and will leave you a wreck. Subject to horrendous abuse by his deranged wife Julie, Dane will do everything he can to keep his son Brady safe, but what happens when Brady tries to help his dad and Julie turns on him?
We read lots of stories where women are the subject of abuse and we tend to forget that this is not a women only issue. There are men out there who are on the receiving end too. Reading Dane’s story of why he didn’t walk away and why he felt he couldn’t ask for help is totally heartbreaking.
I devoured this book in one sitting. I just could not put it down, as I was so gripped by the story. I’d give this book more than 5 stars if I could.

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Forget Nico: Falling for the Wrong Italian (Italian Teens novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B. Amman – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Forget Nico: Falling for the Wrong ItalianForget Nico: Falling for the Wrong Italian by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forget Nico: Falling For The Wrong Italian is the first book in the Italian Teens (Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman, This is a young adult romance set in Italy in 1990. It was the first time reading this author and it’s also not a genre that I read much of but once I got into the story I really enjoyed it.
Leda Balni is 13 years old and has been friends with Nico since they were 9. She’s loved him since then but now he’s being cold and distant towards her. Everyone keeps telling her to forget Nico but the heart wants what the heart wants and she just can’t let any other guy in.
Set in high school, you really get to see just how awful teenagers behave towards each other. My goodness they are so nasty towards each other. If you do not fit in with the ‘in crowd’ then life can be really difficult.
This is a really interesting read into the mind of a teenager who is not little miss popular. It all becomes even worse for Leda when Nico ends up in trouble and is sent away.
Can Leda ‘forget Nico’ and move on? What will happen to Nico? This is a great young adult read and I think would be very eye-opening for teenagers to read.

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Brutal & Raw: Mafia Romance & Psychological Thriller (Beneventi Family Book 1) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Brutal & Raw (Beneventi Family, #1)Brutal & Raw by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brutal & Raw is Book 1 in the Beneventi Series by Sonya Jesus. Jesus is a new author to me and if this book is anything to go by then I’m sure this series is going to be outstanding. I absolutely loved this book. I was instantly gripped from the very beginning and was not let go until the story ended. Even then, I think I was still enmeshed in this fantastically woven tale.
Lyla Vaughn has escaped from the clutches of mafia boos Breaker Beneventi and has no intention of ever being captured by him. So why does he still control all her thoughts? And why can’t she forget how good he made her feel at times?
Breaker Beneventi has recently killed his mafia boss father and has taken over the family. His head is all over the place though and not totally in the game. The one woman who has ever interested him (Lyla, or number 327, as she’s known) has been allowed to escape and he needs her back, to kill her, as she knows far too many of his secrets.
This is a fascinating tale, told from both POV’s as Lyla tries to evade capture by staying at a woman’s refuge and Breaker does everything possible to find her.
The author does a fantastic job of keeping you on the edge of your seat, wondering what the hell is going to happen next. I can add that there are a few curveballs thrown that I never saw coming and totally surprised the hell out of me.
I guarantee any reader will love this book if you like a good psychological thriller. I really could not put this book down and eagerly anticipate more of this series.

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King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story By Brienne Dubh – Review by Karyn Taylor

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King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate StoryKing & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story by Brienne Dubh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

King & Hunt: A Lust/Hate Story is a great novella from Brienne Dubh. I had never previously read any of this author’s work but Brienne Dubh sure packs a lot into this 136 page novella.
Christian Hunt and Gabriella King have hated each other for over 10 years. Unfortunately Christian is the twin brother of Gabby’s best friend so they have to see each other. When Gabby attends the twins 30th birthday party, after all the insults have been thrown at each other, they agree to call a truce. A truce that leads them to the bedroom as they both agree that although they hate each other, there is a wild attraction/lust simmering. What was meant to be a ‘once and done’ leads to both wanting another taste of each other.
I loved this novella so much. The insults that both characters threw at each other were hilarious. He called her Gobby and she called him Hunt but they both knew she meant it to begin with a C (I loved the author’s explanation here). The bedroom scenes are hot and steamy and the author also manages to throw in some humour here too.
I really enjoyed this novella and would definitely recommend it to others.

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Mountains Climbed (Mountains Series #2) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Mountains Climbed (Mountains, #2)Mountains Climbed by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mountains Climbed is the 2nd book in the Mountains Series by Phoebe Alexander. This series has 8 books in it. Sarah and James’ story is contained in books 1-3 and the author recommends that these are read in order. The remainder are stand-alones and can be read in any order. I had already read book 1 and was excited to read the next part in Sarah and James’ story.
At the end of book 1 Mountains Wanted, James has been deployed for 9 months and has proposed to his childhood sweetheart Maggie, leaving Sarah devastated. If I thought that book 1 was the most angsty thing I’d read by Alexander then this one was even more so. Added to the angst from Sarah we saw in book 1, now James is even more confused and conflicted. He loves Maggie and wants to marry her, but he realises that he’s also in love with Sarah too.
Trying to get over James, Sarah embarks on a new relationship with Garrett. As much as she enjoys spending time with Garrett, particularly in bed, she just can’t let James go.
This book gripped me just as much as book 1. There is so much emotion on display from both Sarah and James. You really can’t help but be sucked into their relationship. I have to admit to not liking Maggie but ask myself is it just because she’s keeping James away from Sarah? Would I like her otherwise? I’m pretty sure the answer is no. In my mind she’s just not the woman for him.
I really can’t wait to read the 3rd book, Mountains Loved, to find out what Alexander has in store for James and Sarah. I’m sure it’ll be another emotional, angst filled read that will have me captivated as this book has.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Rewind Boxed SetRewind Boxed Set by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind Box Set contains the 4 full length novels which make up books 1 – 4 of the Rewind Series by Rowan Shaw. These books are Rewind, Return, Revive and Rebound.
These are erotic novels set in France with emphasis on the LGBTQ community. With the majority being M/M sex, these novels include bisexual, polyamorous and transgender characters and include many sexual scenes with 3 or more characters. These books are not for the faint of heart. If you like a good steamy read that ventures outside heterosexuality then this box set is a must.
I loved all 4 books. They are all different in their own ways and I loved the different variety across the 4 books. If I had to pick my favourite then it would be the first book in the series Rewind. Part of my reasoning for loving this book is that as a partially deaf person myself, I adored that Rowan Shaw had a profoundly deaf character as the main character in this book. As well as his deafness, I just adored Enzo as a character all round. He is just so sweet and loving and I was desperate for him to find his HEA.
I loved that as the series progressed, Shaw revisited the characters from previous books, in some cases giving them a prominent role. I’m hoping that this is not the last we will see of these characters.

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In Other Words (Boothbay Harbor Series Book 1) by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Karyn Taylor

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In Other Words (Boothbay Harbor Series, #1)In Other Words by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In Other Words is the first book in the Boothbay Harbor Series by Pamela Q Fernandes. I had previously read Bowled by this author and loved it so was happy to read this book also. I have to say that I really loved this book. It’s very different from Bowled but both are excellent reads.
Trish Holt is a pianist who has serious abandonment issues. She was adopted at a young age and was treated badly by her adoptive parents, more so when they had a biological child of her own. All Trish wants is to be loved. She has recently been dumped by her boyfriend of 3 years who has been having a relationship with her manager.
Michael Quentin is a top class chef. His sister is recently widowed and he is helping bring up his niece Hannah. He loves women but is a once and done kinda guy, certainly not relationship material. So when he lets Trish move into his sister’s house and gives her a gig at his restaurant playing piano, why can’t he get her out of his head.
Trish and Michael couldn’t be any more opposite if they tried. She’s desperate for someone to love her for the rest of her life. Michael doesn’t believe in love.
This is an amazing story depicting the conflict going through Michael’s head and the desperation faced by Trish. The interactions between the 2 of them are amazing to read, the sexual chemistry is off the chart and their sexual encounters are particularly steamy.
Will Michael realise that Trish is the best thing to happen to him or will he push her away? This book is definitely well worth a read.

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Moonlit Mirage: A Cook Islands Romance (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Moonlit Mirage - A Cook Islands Romance (Moonlit Destination Series)Moonlit Mirage – A Cook Islands Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Mirage – A Cook Islands Romance is the first in a new Moonlit Destination series by the amazing Amy McKinley. I have become a huge fan of Amy McKinley, in particular her Gray Ghost series so did not hesitate to jump headfirst into this book. To my great delight I discovered it has a crossover to the Gray Ghost series with Hannah and Jack making an appearance.
This book is a novella so doesn’t go into the great depth that a typical Amy McKinley book will take you but she still managed to write a suspenseful story that gripped me straight away and kept me glued to the very end a few hours later. I did not put this book down until the very end.
The book has a very exciting start with Nadia helping Cade Malone escape from his car when he was driven off the road into a river. However Nadia slipped off as soon as she released Cade and he always wondered why she had done that. The events of that fateful night never left the 2 of them so when they met several years later they were drawn straight to each other.
In typical Amy McKinley style you just know that there is so much in both of their pasts that will both put them at danger and also blow apart any relationship that they might have forged with each other and this is no different. It’s filled with excitement, danger and romance. What more could you ask for?
If this novella is any indication of the series that will develop from this story then I can’t wait to see what delights Amy McKinley has in store. I, for one, will definitely be reading.

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Before the Second Show by Thia Finn – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Before the Second ShowBefore the Second Show by Thia Finn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Before The Second Chance is a fantastic rock star/second chance romance novel by Thia Finn. I had never read any of this author’s work but I do love rock star romances and also second chance romances, so I just had to give this book a try. I’m so glad that I did as I thoroughly enjoyed this story.
16 year old Emmy falls in love with guitarist Alex Trace when she sneaks out to go see a show and meets him afterwards. When they share a kiss she’s totally besotted. Fast forward 5 years and when she meets him again after a show she’s totally gutted when he doesn’t remember her.
By chance she meets him again a year later when her current boyfriend Marcus, who works with the band, gets Alex and his brother Adam to use Emmy as their realtor. Although Alex doesn’t remember their first meeting he’s intrigued by the beautiful Emmy and she can’t get him out of her head. When Alex becomes ill, they are become much closer.
I really loved this story. It is very emotional and it’s fantastic storyline and characters will keep you gripped throughout. Alex is a very troubled young man who thinks he doesn’t deserve true happiness due to his actions in the past. Can Emmy be the one to change him and be his HEA? I suggest you read this book and find out. It’s a fantastic read!

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THE RUNAROUND: A Single Dad Romantic Comedy (CAROLINA CONNECTIONS BOOK 6) By SYLVIE STEWART – Review by Karyn Taylor

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The Runaround (Carolina Connections #6)The Runaround by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Runaround is a single dad romantic comedy by Sylvie Stewart and is the 6th book in the Carolina Connections Series. This is the 2nd book that I have read by this author having previously read Then Again which was part of the Juniper Court Series. When reading this book I didn’t realise that it was part of a series set around a group of friends but thankfully each book in the series can be read as a standalone.
In this book we get Jax and Ari’s story, and what a great story it is. This story will make you laugh so much and also move you to tears in parts too. I absolutely loved both Jax and Ari. Ari is just a total badass woman who takes absolutely no crap from anyone. She’s just awesome. Jax on the other hand has just discovered he is the father of a 14 year old daughter he knew nothing about and he’s struggling to cope.
For me the star of this book is 14 year old Lola. At the beginning she hates Jax and is a typical monosyllabic teenager but as the story develops she realises he’s not the complete a-hole her mother made him out to be. The interactions between these 2 are amazing. Seeing the turmoil going through Jax’s head trying to cope with this new relationship, the love he has for Lola and how he sabotages his relationship with Ari thinking it’s the best thing in the long run. Also seeing Lola turn from this sullen, angry teen into an amazing young woman is also wonderful to read. Her growth throughout the book was written so well by the author.
I realise that I’ve focussed on Jax and Lola and not really much on Jax and Ari but I can assure you that their story is wonderful and you will love it.
Added to this are their group of friends, whose stories have been told in previous books in this series who really add so much to this story. I’d love to read some of their stories too.

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Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series #1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series Book 1)Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mountains Wanted is the first book in what looks like being yet another awesome series by Phoebe Alexander. Phoebe Alexander is now an author that I jump at the chance of reading. I have previously read the Eastern Shores Swingers Series and the Spicetopia Series and both series are among my favourites. Having now read Mountains Wanted I can predict that this series will no doubt be among my favourites.
Dr Sarah Lynde is a sociology professor, mother of 2, who loves sex. Not just sex with one person, she is polyamorous. So she’s quite happy when gorgeous Sergeant James McAllister comes into her life and into her bed. He could be deployed at any time so let’s just have fun while we can. Well, both of them thought that, until they spent more and more time together and their feelings grew deeper.
This has to be the most angsty book that I have ever read from Phoebe Alexander. Sarah is so conflicted over her growing feeling for James and constantly pushes him away. There were so many occasions that I really wanted to bang their heads together, or scream at the author, to get those 2 to see what was in front of them. Although Sarah was also having a relationship with Pawel, you could just tell that James meant so much more to her.
This new series is in 8 parts and books 1-3 give us James and Sarah’s story so I knew that their story was not going to be complete by the end of this book but I was still not prepared for it to end (silly, I know). Thankfully I already have the 2nd book in my kindle waiting for me, so I can read more of Sarah and James’ story. I really can’t wait to see what Phoebe Alexander has in store for these 2.

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Broken by Love (The Full Circle Series) by MJ Masucci – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Broken by LoveBroken by Love by M.J. Masucci
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Broken By Love is a fantastic second chance romance novel by M.J. Masucci. This was the first time that I had read any of this author’s works so was unsure what to expect. What I got was a well written, intriguing second chance romance novel that I really, really enjoyed reading.
Imagine the horror of starting your new dream job only to find out your new boss is your ex fiancé who previously got a promotion that should have been yours, then broke up with you months before your wedding. Yeah well that’s what happened to Alexa (Lexi) Stanford. Even worse to find out that although J.C. is now married, he wants Lexi back. Lexi, of course is having none of it as she’s happily engaged to Noah. Or is she? Why can’t she stop thinking about J.C.?
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Seeing into Lexi’s head with the struggles she has over her body’s reaction to J.C. and wanting to keep their relationship strictly professional was enthralling. I was really gripped by Lexi’s struggles. Throw into the mix Noah’s secret child and ex that Lexi knew nothing about, all makes for an exciting read.
This may have been the first time I read any of this author’s work but I’m sure it won’t be the last. 100% recommend this

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The Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart is by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Karyn Taylor

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The Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart isThe Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart is by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sister Pact: Home Is Where The Heart is, is the first book that I have read by Jacquie Bigger. If this book is anything to go by, then it won’t be the last of her book that I will read. I loved this book so much.
Holly Tremaine has returned home as she is suffering from a life threatening disease and has had to take a break from her job as a violinist. Holly had left home to chase her dream and escape her family. Holly was devastated when her sister Susan got pregnant by Holly’s boyfriend Steven and then married him. So you guess that coming home would not be easy for Holly. Added to that Holly has then slept with Steven’s twin Levi at Susan and Steven’s wedding. A recipe for fun and games!
The sexual tension is evident immediately between Levi and Holly but she does everything possible to fight the pull that he has on her.
I really loved this story. The interactions between Holly and Levi are fantastic to read but in addition, I loved the interactions between the 2 sisters as they tried to mend their broken relationship. This story pulled me in straight away and I was hooked to the very end. I was unable to put this book down and had a late night as I read and read to get it finished. It really was that good.
100% recommend this book.

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Covert Threat (A Gray Ghost Novel, book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Covert Threat (Gray Ghost #5)Covert Threat by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Covert Threat is book 5 in the Gray Ghost Series by Amy McKinley. I have read books 1-4 and the prequel and have absolutely loved this series so far and couldn’t wait for Trev to get his own book. I was so looking forward to reading his story and seeing him succumb to a woman’s charms.
Amy McKinley sure knows how to write a suspenseful, romantic thriller. As with all books in this series I was gripped by this story and did not want to put it down. In fact I stayed up until about 4am to finish it as there was no way I was putting this book down.
In Covert Threat Trev Shaw is hired to shadow biochemist, infectious disease specialist Dr Jules Moretti when she comes under threat whilst working on a top-secret project. The pair met previously and Jules was convinced he was a player so wasn’t interested in him. However, as her life becomes more at risk and more strange things happen to her, she spends more time with him and becomes to know the real Trev she then realises that she misjudged him.
I really loved this book. The romance is hot and steamy and the suspense and tension built up by the author is fantastic. Just when you think you might have an idea of what’s going on, then BAM, McKinley throws you a massive curveball.
I would 100% recommend this book to anyone who likes a romantic thriller. In fact, I would recommend this whole series. The Gray Ghost guys are an amazing bunch and I loved getting to see them again in this book. I hope that Amy McKinley will continue with this series and give the rest of the guys a HEA too.

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Landing the Lawman (Hills of Texas #5) by Kadie Scott – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Landing the Lawman (Hills of Texas, #5)Landing the Lawman by Kadie Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Landing The Lawman is the 5th book in the Hills of Texas series by Kadie Scott. I have to hang my head in shame and admit that I still haven’t read the 1st book in this series although I have read books 2-5. I really must get around to reading the first book as I’d love to read Cash’s story.
In this book we get the story of the 5th Hill sibling, this time the one and only girl Carter, twin sister of Cash. Carter has recently broken off her engagement as she decided to put her career first, having spent many hard years working for her masters, then her PhD.
Carter helps in many cases for lawyer Logan Cartez and now that she’s single she’s starting to see him as more than a friend. Logan has always admired Carter but as she was engaged, kept their relationship strictly professional. Now she’s broken off her engagement what can the future hold for Carter and Logan?
Having read about her brothers, I was impatiently waiting for Carter’s story. It did not disappoint. I loved this story and was pulled in right from the first page. The interactions between Carter and Logan are so funny at times as she tries to get the stuffy lawyer to loosen up and enjoy life more. The more time he spends with her, she drags him more and more out of him comfort zone.
Will Carter be able to have the career she wants and have a relationship too? Will spending so much time with Carter make Logan realise that he has missed out on so much? I recommend that you read this fantastic book to find out. While you are there, I also recommend that you read the rest of the series too as it really is awesome.

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Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2)Taming Zane by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taming Zane is the 2nd book in the Almost Perfect Series by Lisa Lanay. Characters from the first book Loving Jake appear in this book but both books can be read as a stand-alone. As they are such awesome books, I would recommend reading both and if you are you going to read both well, you may as well read them on order lol.
In Taming Zane, handsome plastic surgeon meets gorgeous professor Shannon McGregor on a flight home. She is on a trip to San Francisco to have an interview at the university. When Shannon loses her purse Zane becomes her knight in shining armour and lets her stay in his apartment.
I really enjoyed reading Shannon and Zane’s journey. Their chemistry is amazing but while she wants a relationship, Zane is the eternal bachelor. This book is funny and sweet mostly but then there are times that you want to bang the 2 main character’s heads together and tell them to get their act together.
There are also some really great secondary characters including Shannon’s brothers. Surely there’s a book or 2, or 3 among them. As well as these new characters, I loved getting to see Jake and Kimberly again from the first book.
I look forward to see what Lisa Lanay brings with the rest of this series. I for one, will definitely be reading whatever she produces.

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts Book Three) by KG Fletcher – Review by Karyn Taylor

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, #3)A Sun So Bright by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Sun So Bright is the 3rd book in the outstanding Reigning Hearts Series by K.G. Fletcher. Fletcher is an author that I have come to love in the last year and is now way up on my list of favourite authors. Her ability to write a heart-wrenching romance blows my mind and this book exceeded my expectations.
We first me the heroine of this book, Fiona Merrill, in the first book in the series Run To The Sea. At this point in time she didn’t do herself any favours and came across as a stuck up rich girl. Also her actions in this book had the reader hating her. I was kind of worried how K.G. Fletcher would get the reader to love Fiona’s character but I shouldn’t have worried at all. Fletcher is a master at writing amazing characters. In this book we get to see the real Fiona, the sad, lonely woman hiding behind all the riches that money can buy. But she wants what money can’t buy and that is love and happiness.
After hiring hot bartender Chris Ballard to play her boyfriend we really get to see the real Fiona. She’s actually a very sweet, loving, loyal person. I loved the relationship between her and Chris. So of their interactions are hilarious as he tries to break down the ice queen.
As with all of her books, I was pulled right into this story straight away and was gripped the whole way through. This book will take you on a long and twisting roller coaster of emotions and you just might need some tissues to get you through some parts. I certainly did!! This book just had all the feels! I was totally hooked.
I hope that K.G. Fletcher gives us more from the Reigning Hearts Series as I’ve loved this series so much.

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Karyn Taylor

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan, #3)BELOVED by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beloved is the 3rd book in the 21st Century Courtesan series by Pamela DuMond. I would not recommend reading this book as a stand-alone and I would definitely read the books in order as there is a great deal of information relevant to this particular book that happens in the first 3 books. As this is such a fantastic series, it wouldn’t be any hardship to read the others first. I guarantee that you will love them.
In Beloved, Dylan wants to take his relationship with Evie to the next level but she’s not really sure if that’s what’s right for her at this time. Her head (and heart) are rather pre-occupied with her latest client Wyatt Wolfe, her first love. Wyatt is suffering from some major health issues and Evie has been hired to accompany him when he attends a clinic to try out some new treatment ideas.
Added to this, Evie’s ‘devoted fan’ is still stalking her and has resorted to trying to get to Evie through her sick mother.
I loved this book even more than the first 2. I was pulled in straight away to the story and wasn’t let go until I was a sobbing mess at the end. A word of warning – have tissues at the ready when reading this book. I really can’t wait for the 4th book in this series to see what the author has in store next for Evie.

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REBOUND (REWIND BOOK 4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Rebound (Rewind #4)Rebound by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rebound is the 4th book in the excellent Rewind Series by Rowan Shaw. Each of the 4 books in this series are considered to be standalones but the author does suggest that you read the 2nd book, Return before reading this one as Adrien and Raphael from that book play a major role in this book too.
Rebound is a Polyamorous Bisexual Romance set entirely in France. It contains several sexual encounters, including MM and MF. It also includes some very hot encounters between 3 men and another which includes the 3 men and their friend Charlotte.
Noah Perrin is devastated when Hugo, his boyfriend of 10 years dumps him. Ex-lover Adrien invites Noah to move in with him and his boyfriend Raphael. When friend Charlotte admits she may be bisexual, Noah helps her to come to terms with her new sexuality while trying to get over the breakdown of his own relationship.
As with the previous 3 books in this series the sexual scenes are very hot and are explained in great detail. This is not a series for prudes. As well as the hot sex scenes, Rowan Shaw spins yet another fantastic story of coming to terms with your sexuality. I loved reading the growing relationship between Noah and Charlotte as well as the friendship and camaraderie between them and Adrien and Raphael.
I have loved all 4 books in this series and I really hope there is more to come. These 4 books are now available as a box set and I’m sincerely hoping that doesn’t mean that this great series is over.

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Scoring Chance: A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Scoring Chance : A Mile High Miners NovellaScoring Chance : A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Scoring Chance is a fantastic novella in the Mile High Miners Series by Lane Martin. I had never previously read any work by this author but was attracted by the blurb and decided to give it a try. I’m so glad that I took a chance on a new author to me. This novella, although only 138 pages long, has so much packed into it. It really is a fantastic story.
Set around the Mile High Miners NHL team, Scoring Chance gives us the story of new goal tender, Rhett Crawford and Eden Snow who is the friend and ‘live-in nanny’ of the team captain and his wife.
Both Rhett and Eden have had very troubled and difficult childhoods and a relationship isn’t high on either’s priority list, however, the attraction between the 2 off the charts hot. As much as Rhett does everything to make Eden want him, issues from her past just make her push him away.
I loved both Rhett and Eden. Added to them both are a really great list of secondary characters who add so much to the story, including Rhett’s teammates and some of their better halves who befriend Eden.
This is a fantastic story of overcoming a difficult childhood, slaying your demons and going all out for what you want and Lane Martin has done an amazing job with this. I would definitely recommend this book to others.

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Ink’s Devil (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #5) by Manda Mellett – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Ink's Devil: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5Ink’s Devil: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ink’s Devil is the 5th book in the Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) series. This series is right up there among my favourites ever. I don’t know how she does it but with each new book, Manda Mellett just gets better and better.
Ink’s Devil starts exactly where we left Devil’s Dilemma, with Beth being introduced to Ink at Mel and Pyro’s wedding. Ink is adamant that this is one night thing and Beth is happy to agree. However both can’t get the other out of their head. That one night leads to a life changing event for both Beth and Ink.
This book will grab you in straight away and take you on a fantastic journey where you will go through every emotion possible. You will not be able to put this book down. As always Manda Mellett writes the most amazing characters. Ink and Beth are both amazing and you will definitely fall in love with them both.
As well as being told from Beth and Ink’s POV we get several chapters from Mace’s POV. I have to say that at first I really did not like Mace at all. I hated his treatment of Beth, although deep down could understand why he felt the way he did. Thankfully Mace redeemed himself before the book ended. I’m kinda hoping that this closer look at Mace means that Manda Mellett has him in mind for a story of his own. I really can’t wait for some sassy woman to come along and knock him on his ass.

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3)Lillie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lillie is the 3rd and final book in the paranormal, thriller series by Mya O’Malley. This finale to the series was even more thrilling than the first 2 books in the series. Like the others, the author pulls you right into the story from the very beginning and does not let you go until she spits you out, wondering what the hell happened to you, at the very end.
The ghost in this book is Lillie, a ghost who plagued Naomi as a child and who has now come back to make her life hell. To make it even worse, Lillie is working through Naomi’s step daughter Holly, adding strain to Naomi and Bryce’s new marriage.
I have given this book 5 stars as the book is very well written and the storyline is thrilling and really grabs you and pulls you in. However, I do have one little niggling thing that kind of annoyed me. We are told many times that Naomi and Bryce are madly in love and are soul mates but I really didn’t get that from many of the interactions between them. I know this was a paranormal book but I would have expected a bit more romance from a newlywed couple who are madly in love with one another.
All in all though, Lillie is a fantastic book and an amazing conclusion to a series which I loved and would definitely recommend to others.

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The Fat Girl’s Guide to Loving Your Body by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Karyn Taylor

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The Fat Girl's Guide to Loving Your BodyThe Fat Girl’s Guide to Loving Your Body by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Fat Girl’s Guide To Loving Your Body is a must read for anyone who is carrying a few extra pounds (or a lot of extra pounds) and who is unhappy with their body. As an obese, probably morbidly obese lady (yeah, I hate that term too) so much in this book spoke volumes to me. I was a chubby teen who went on my first diet at 18. I slimmed down to 8 stone for my wedding, only to go up to 16 stone later.
K.L. Montgomery is an author that I love. She doesn’t write about stick insect, Barbie doll heroines in her books. She writes about curvy ladies, ladies with bigger butts and no thigh gaps and I love her for this. In this book she writes about how we should love our bodies no matter what shape and size they are. I also love one of the mantras she used several times – you do not have to be pretty.
I loved reading her own experiences with weight issues and it really helps to know that I’m not alone, there are so many others like me out there. The assignments that she sets are very thought provoking and really make you think hard about your own thoughts and perceptions.
I really loved reading this book and think that many people would get a lot from reading this.

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Naomi (Maggie Trilogy Book 2) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Karyn Taylor

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NaomiNaomi by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Naomi is the 2nd book in the Maggie Trilogy by Mya O’Malley. I would 100 % recommend that you read book 1, Maggie, before reading this book. Although the mystery surrounding Maggie is solved in Book 1, this book is a continuation of Naomi’s own personal story and there is so much necessary information in the first book.
This book is a paranormal thriller/romance but unlike the first book where the ghosts were friendly and helpful, this time round the ghost is menacing and dangerous. Naomi’s past has come back to haunt her…literally. The ghost of Naomi’s ex-boyfriend Nick has come back to haunt her and he’s even more menacing and horrifying as he was when he was alive.
Nick’s return puts much strain on Naomi’s relationship with fiancé Bryce which is then further strained with the return of Bryce’s ex-wife Genna who is the mother of his daughter Holly.
This is such a well written paranormal thriller. Like book 1 I was dragged into the story from the very start and did not want to put this book down. It is a sit at the edge of your seat, heart in your mouth read. Again, like the first book the author throws in a few curveballs that come totally out of the blue and have you reeling.
I would definitely recommend this series to others and I can’t wait to read the final instalment of this exciting trilogy.

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Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Karyn Taylor

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MaggieMaggie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Maggie is the first book in the Maggie Trilogy by Mya O’Malley. It is a very well written paranormal romance. This is the first time I have read any work by this author so was unsure what to expect from this book. I have to say that I was hooked from the very first page and did not want to put this book down. Damn real life for getting in the way and making me go to work wondering what was going to happen next.
Naomi is a writer who moves into a house on the edge of a graveyard. When the spirit of one of the dead people in the graveyard regularly visits her house, Naomi becomes intrigued as to how this young girl (Maggie) died. When Naomi delves further and further into Maggie’s death, she’s convinced that her death was not the drowning accident that the police are saying it was.
There is so much to this story that will take your breath away. There are many twists and turns that leave you reeling and a conclusion you will not see coming.
An important element to the story is Naomi’s relationships. She’s recently split from the dangerous controlling Nick, who she is afraid of. She has been having a relationship with Ryan who becomes more like her best friend rather than a boyfriend. Then there is the gorgeous single dad Bryce who has just moved in beside her who has her heart fluttering just by being in his presence.
This is a fantastic book. The storyline will have you hooked and the characters are so well written. This book sucks you in and doesn’t let you go. I can’t wait to read the other 2 books in this trilogy which are sitting in my kindle shouting to me.

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Masters’ Rise: Book 1 (Phoenix Series) by L. Ann Marie – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Master's Rise: Book One (Phoenix Series)Master’s Rise: Book One by L. Ann Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Masters’ Rise is the first book in the Phoenix series by L Ann Marie. It was the first time that I had read any of this author’s work and I have to admit that it took me a little bit to get into this book but once I did, I really did enjoy it. I have read other MC books but found this one very different for the others that I have read. This book was very descriptive and gave much more insight into the day to day running of an MC. I also found this book to be more violent than others that I have previously read.
I really loved the main characters of Cort and Seren. The attraction and chemistry between them was instant and grew and grew as the story progressed. I loved how Seren took absolutely no nonsense from Cort, even though he was the president of a MC. For a man who was used to having everyone at his beck and call, it was a breath of fresh air to have someone say no to him and answer him back.
I really enjoyed the plot and storyline although at the beginning I was confused as to who were the good guys and who were the bad guys as there are so many secondary characters in the book. It did take me a while to understand who was who. I do hope we get to see a lot more from some of the other characters as the series progresses.

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