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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Matthews

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This duet contains two absolutely amazing reads. The author’s writing is so captivating you can’t help but carry on reading long after you really want to stop. The duet contains Auctioned and Relentless.

Auctioned

It’s been a long time since I struggled to review a book, I sat here for ages trying to think of the words to do this story justice and I really cannot find them. Auctioned is hands down my favourite read of 2021! I already knew I would love it because I love this author but I was completely hooked from beginning to end – I almost wish I hadn’t read it because I would love to go back and read it again for the very first time. I 100% adored and loved Damian – he was everything I wanted from his character and more. The chemistry between him and Bryanna was off the charts! I loved reading about them and wanted more after the story had ended! There was so much to this story that I was so invested in it and the characters. A truly beautiful read.
I cannot recommend this book and the series enough – they are all amazing reads and I just completely adore this author and her amazing writing!

Relentless

This was a phenomenal read! I adore this author and think I’ve given 5 stars to all of her books but this one was just amazing. I was hooked from beginning to end and I actually cannot wait to re-read it again and that is something I rarely do! I just loved Dereck and Layla, their story was just so exciting to read so many twists and turns I literally couldn’t put it down, I needed to find out what was going to happen next on the turn of almost every page. They had such a great chemistry too, that definitely made for good reading! I can’t wait to read more from this author again! I love her book so much!

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Katie Matthews

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes!! I loved this story so, so much! I loved the characters, the plot, everything really! Curtis was exactly as I wanted to be, however with what he witnessed we begin to see a little bit of vulnerability creep in. How amazing was Lina! She is my favourite character! She’s fierce, independent and just an all-round amazing woman!! The connection that these two had was great and I loved the chemistry between the two of them.
With a few twists and turns in the story along with amazing characters this story kept me engaged from beginning to end and I would 100% recommend it!

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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride Series) by P. Creeden – Review by Katie Matthews

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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride #8)A Journey for Dorothy by P. Creeden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really loved this read. I was completely swept up in the authors wonderful writing form the very beginning. I love historical romance story – they are absolutely my favourite to read – and this was a great one. I loved the setting for the story, the authors fantastic descriptive language meant I could easily imagine what was going on. The characters of Dorothy and Elias we both so lovely to read about, they were likeable and relatable. A marriage of convenience started their journey together but what follows was so much more.
I would definitely recommend A Journey for Dorothy. It was a great read!

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Triple Trouble at Amberwood (The Amberwood Hall Ballet School Series) by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Katie Matthews

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Triple Trouble at Amberwood: Book Four in your favourite middle-grade haunted ballet school... (Amberwood Hall Ballet School 4)Triple Trouble at Amberwood: Book Four in your favourite middle-grade haunted ballet school… by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great read from this series. I can really imagine the authors target audience enjoying these books. They are a great length and would definitely engage the younger readers imagination. There’s lots going on in these stories but not too much to confuse readers, the story is easy to follow and understand. Lauren is a great main character and I can imagine young readers would engage with her and her friends. This book will certainly enhance a young readers imagination through the ghostly goings on.

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Renewed (Fateful Justice Series) by Sara Vinduska – Review by Katie Matthews

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Renewed (Fateful Justice Book 6)Renewed by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Renewed was a great read and I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed the suspense that the author brought into the book, it definitely kept me engaged throughout. The characters were great to read about and were well developed. I really liked Ruby and Hayden, they seemed to have e genuine connection. Ruby was desperate to escape her past and I loved that Hayden stepped up to help protect her after she had helped to save his life.
Ive not read anything by this author before but I really enjoyed her writing style so I’ll definitely be looking to read more from her and from this series.

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Encounters With Old Coyote by Laura Koerber – Review by Katie Matthews

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Encounters with Old CoyoteEncounters with Old Coyote by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really intriguing and interesting read. I have read books by this author previously so thought I would give this one a go. The main character in the story, Andrea, is a ghost. It was actually a really thought provoking story and for Andrea it was about her looking back on her journey along with Coyote. The author really brings this characters story to life with her wonderful and engaging writing style. Her descriptive language was great as I was taken along with Andrea as she remembered her memories and brought them to life again.
A really interesting read and one I would recommend.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Matthews

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender is a fantastic book containing two amazing stories Wayward and Undercover by the very talented Via Mari.

Wayward

I was hooked from beginning to end with this thrilling and exciting dark mafia read! It had everything I love in a story and more! I was swept along with the characters story and also to all of the places their story took me! The authors writing was beautifully detailed, I could imagine all of the places she was describing. I did feel like I really knew the main characters Jay and Sasha and I was so invested in their story from the past to the present to their future.
I have read quite a few books by this author and she never fails to bring me a story that I love but I can honestly say that this one is absolutely my favourite of hers – it was simply an outstanding read! It has gotten me very excited for what’s to come from the series and I cannot wait!!

Undercover

I absolutely LOVED this story! It is yet again another amazing read by the very talented Via Mari! I was hooked from beginning to end and I could not put it down at all! I loved Marenah and Matt! Their story was definitely full of action and a lot of steamy moments! I love how Ms Mari has intertwined characters from her other two series into this new one – although it is not necessary to have read them this book reads perfectly as a standalone.
I thought Marenah was a fantastic character, so strong, independent and she could definitely hold her own when it came to it! I loved reading about her!
I think I fell in love with Matt pretty much straight away! There was just something about him, so genuine and likeable.
The moment that Marenah and Matt met I just knew (and hoped) that there would be something between them, apart from the attraction and chemistry there seemed to be something a little deeper there.
I am really looking forward to reading more from this series and as always this author! I 100% recommend this amazing read to others!

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Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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Raining Fish and FrogsRaining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raining Fish and Frogs is another interesting children’s book from Lois Wickstrom. Its an introduction to different weathers but in a fun and engaging way for children. The story is accompanied by some beautiful illustrations that are sure to capture children’s interest from the start. There’s a great science project at the end of the book too – something we’ve come to expect from this author. I’m sure little enquiring minds would be wanting to find out more about whether a tornado can in fact suck up fish and frogs!

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Katie Matthews

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery, #4)Murky Murder by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murky Murder was a fun cozy mystery read and one that I really enjoyed. I haven’t read anything by this author previously but I definitely will be reading more from her. I really liked Ivy, she’s a great character. The authors writing was really engaging to read and the descriptions of the hotel really helped me to imagine what I was reading. There were so many twists and turns in the story which I loved as it kept me entertained from beginning to end. Ive not read many cozy mystery books but I can definitely say this was great and I’ll be exploring the genre more in the future and absolutely reading more from this author again.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Katie Matthews

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really nice read and full of such positivity. The story is aimed at Asian boys as the title suggests but I think if read in a setting all of the children who might listen to this could benefit from some of the positive messages that come across in the book. The story is beautifully illustrated and would definitely capture the interest of young children.

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship Series) by Jennifer Spredemann – Review by Katie Matthews

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship #3)A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really nice, relaxed read and one that I really enjoyed. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I will definitely be looking forward to reading more from her in the future. Andy and Anne were lovely characters to read about. Andy was so sweet in the way he went about trying to court Ann, I loved the innocence in the letter writing and how their relationship developed through this.
This was a lovely, heart warming story and one that I would recommend.

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Quick Affirmations for Children (Quick Affirmations Series) by Kim Ann & Yobe Qiu – Review by Katie Matthews

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Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days - Positive Affirmations for Happy ChildrenQuick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just absolutely loved this book! I think it is so important for children to feel positive about themselves from a young age and I loved all the positive affirmation in this book. it was presented in such a lovely way, with beautiful, bright, colour illustrations. The collage of positive affirmations at the end of the book was lovely.
I would definitely make this book one that I read regularly with my child so they can practice positive affirmation from an early age.

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book SevenBaking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Baking a Bicycle is another lovely children’s book in the Invisible Magic Wand story. Caspian and his Grandpa introduce us to another magical story where Caspian wishes for a bicycle for his unbirthday. Together Caspian and his Grandpa bake a bicycle and have a magical adventure on it.
I love how these stories will capture children’s interest and introduce them to magical ideas.
The story is easy to read and the illustrations are bright, colourful and engaging.

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Ghost Takes A Vacation (Genie and Adriana Darling Cozy Paranormal Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Carmen Radtke – Review by Katie Matthews

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Ghost Takes A VacationGhost Takes A Vacation by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a great read, I’ve read a few books by this author now and I really enjoy the stories she creates. I never really seemed to like Cozy Mystery books but this author has definitely changed my opinion about them.
Genie and her ghostly great-great Aunt definitely make me laugh during their newest adventure to Italy. I was thoroughly entertained the whole way through.
The author has a wonderful writing style that keeps you entertained the whole way through the book and makes you want to keep turning the pages to see what happens next.
I am really looking forward to the next book from this author!

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Christmas Cove by Sarah Dressler – Review by Katie Matthews

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Christmas CoveChristmas Cove by Sarah Dressler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Christmas Cove was a really sweet Christmastime read and one that I really enjoyed. The characters America and Leo were such lovely people and I really took them both to my heart – I thought that they were both likeable and relatable. Alongside the main characters were some really fun and entertaining secondary characters who really added something extra to the story. The story definitely made me think of a Christmas movie and I love that it had that feel.
Overall I really loved this book, it made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside and definitely got me in the Christmas mood!
I’ll definitely be looking forward to reading more from this author again in the future.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Katie Matthews

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a lovely read and a great way to introduce young readers to new and exciting genres. I liked that the book was also introducing chapters to children and would encourage them to read a chapter a night before bed maybe. The story was easy to follow with delightful characters that will definitely be great for children to begin those first connections with. This reminds me of the books that I enjoyed when I was younger. With the mystery surrounding the missing mail to will certainly get children thinking about the outcome of the story.
A wonderful read and one that young readers are sure to enjoy!

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Joy’s Christmas Escape (The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1) by P. Creeden – Review by Katie Matthews

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Joy’s Christmas Escape: The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1Joy’s Christmas Escape: The Marshal’s Mail Order Bride Book 1 by P. Creeden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was drawn into this book straight away when the action really does kick off as soon as it starts. I really enjoyed the book overall and thought that it was a great introduction to this new author! Her writing style was great, really engaging, easy to read and the characters were brilliant. I liked Joy I thought that she was a sweet, kind and relatable person. All (well majority) of the characters in the story were really sweet and relatable. I loved the setting and time period for the story – historical romance is my favourite genre so to find this book was great and added in is that bit of Christmas magic and it was a perfect book for me! I can’t wait to read more from this author again in the future.

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Finding Your Heart by Nadia Han – Review by Katie Matthews

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Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your HeartFinding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this journal! It was so accessible and just an absolutely joy to have as part of my wellbeing. I love journaling – over the past 12 months especially I have found that using something like this has enabled me to work through problems and come out the other side. The prompts in the book make you stop and think about your life and also when you are feeling like you are in a better place it’s so good to be able to look back and see how far you have come. I loved being able to fill in the beautifully illustrated pages. I loved the positive affirmations, they are so important to remind yourself of something positive everyday even when you feel like everything is negative around you.
For anyone who find it easier to write out feeling than talk about this then I would 100% recommend Finding Your Heart – it would make a fantastic part of your metal wellbeing journey!

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Master Sardinia (Masters of the Consulate Book 8) by Sylvia Black – Review by Katie Matthews

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Master SardiniaMaster Sardinia by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another amazing book in this series – 8 books in and each one just gets better than the one before. I think this was probably my favourite of the series so far, even though I’m pretty sure I’ve said that after finishing each book. I was very taken with Master Sardinia, he was so dark, dangerous and oh so delicious! The dual POV provides a real depth to the story and the characters, you really do get to see things from both sides. I loved the connection between the characters and there was definitely a fair amount of passion and chemistry between them! I really cannot wait to read the next book! Whilst these books could be read independently I would 100% recommend reading them in order!

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Katie Matthews

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Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a lovely book and so, so important in my opinion! Working in animal rescue it is so important for us that children are able and know how to be safe around dogs and know how to interact appropriately with them so I love that this story focuses on that and is told in such a way that is easy for children to understand and hopefully be able to relate to. There is a really important message behind this story and the author address it really well.
I think this story definitely has a place in children’s libraries!

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Katie Matthews

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1)Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing read. I absolutely loved every single minute of this book and what a writing duo these two are! This has got to be one of the best books that I have read this year. I loved everything about it. Olivia was just amazing – she was such a relatable and likeable character – I honestly adored her! I definitely want to be like Olivia! I could go on for ages about how wonderful this book is but I really don’t want to give away any spoilers but it really was just a wonderful read, light-hearted and real from beginning to end! I definitely recommend that you grab a copy today!

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Mission Target (Jake Wolfe Thrillers Book 7) by Mark Nolan – Review by Katie Matthews

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Mission Target (Jake Wolfe, # 7)Mission Target by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It’s been a while since I read a book by this author and I have missed Jake and Cody so I thought I would grab this book and remind myself why I love this series so much and as expected it didn’t disappoint. I was straight back into the action with Jake! He is such a great character to read about. The story is action from the very beginning and it doesn’t stop the whole way through. There is so much going on in this book I didn’t have time to put it down and read it all in one sitting. The authors writing is exciting to read and he is definitely skilled at weaving a creative and imaginative story!
These books can be read as standalone but I would recommend they are read in order!

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Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol – Review by Katie Matthews

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Kneading a Winning IdeaKneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a lovely story! It was really easy to read and follow and has a great meaning behind it. It is really important for children to understand that not everything is easy and sometimes we do have really persevere with things in life. I think using baking as an idea for this was great as baking can be one of those things you really do have to preserver with to get it right. There are lots of talking points in this book for children to discuss what is happening in the story and think of things that they have had to try hard with. I love that the recipe was included as well.

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Katie Matthews

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My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a nice children’s book and would definitely be good for children who believe there is a monster under their bed. The story was very fast paced and would be very easy for children to follow and it is accompanied by lovely bright, colourful illustrations that are sure to capture children’s interest.
Another great book from this wonderful children’s author and a great addition to any child’s bookshelf!

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Truck Stopped (Satan’s Devils MC) Audiobook by Manda Mellett – Review by Katie Matthews

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Truck Stopped (Satan’s Devils MC) Audiobook

by Manda Mellett

5 stars

 

I was completely captivated by this story from beginning to end, I honestly could not stop listening at all. I have to say I am usually consumed by this authors stories but there was just something about this one, she really did take the story and characters to another level. She definitely brought the series full circle with this final instalment.
Truck and Allie’s story was so beautifully written, the emotional moments of the story really grabbed me at times. It’s been a while since a book had me in tears but this one did all within a few pages! I was so into what I was listening to, I could feel everything to characters did and I think that’s definitely what had me so emotional!
Truck Stopped was an amazing ending to this series and a story I cannot recommend enough. It could be read as a standalone but I would 100% recommend the series as a whole!
On top of a wonderful story were the perfect narrators that were chosen, they really did bring the story to life through their narration.

Sarge by Stuart Ledwith – Review by Katie Matthews

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SargeSarge by Stuart Ledwith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I first read the synopsis for this book I decided to go in with an open mind. Its definitely not my usual reading genre and it’s also the first time I have read anything by the author. Overall I was pleasantly surprised, it was an interesting read that was well written and unique. It was actually nice to read something a little different. The main characters TJ, aka Sarge, was a really interesting character to read about. It was interesting to see what he went through in life to make him int the person he is by the end of the story.
This was a really unique story that I wouldn’t definitely recommend people give a chance.

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Katie Matthews

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Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Here we are again with yet another amazing 5 star read from KG Fletcher. I honestly adore all of her books, she writes about such wonderful characters who are so relatable and likeable. The characters in this book were no exception. Becky was so lovely to read about, she was a really wholesome person who is willing to see the best in everyone and this included Glen. Glen was trying hard to become a reformed character and he was working really hard and righting some wrongs he made. I think Becky was right to be cautious of him at the beginning because of her sheltered upbringing but I was so glad that eventually she warmed to him especially as I was rooting for the two of them from the beginning!
As always I cannot recommend this authors books enough and I always look forward to whatever she may bring out next!

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Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Katie Matthews

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Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3)Merry Christmas, Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this story. It was so easy to read, the pace and flow were great and I just fell in love with all of the characters straight away. Riley was a brilliant female lead, she’s a devoted mother to her son Dylan but also because of her past she is very guarded and that does come across early on in the story however I think its totally expected considering what has happened in her life. I liked Mitch, I was anticipating her would be grumpy but he really wasn’t, he was a genuine, down to earth person who’s overprotectiveness was seen as being grumpy.
There was a connection between the two characters even if it didn’t seem it at times.
This was a lovely story and one that I highly recommend.

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Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7) by D.M. Earl – Review by Katie Matthews

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Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7)Fractured Hearts-Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an incredible story this book was. I’ve read quite a few books by this author now and she never fails to amaze me with her wonderful writing, characters and storylines. She writes dark MC stories and she does it incredibly well. There was just so much going on in this book, the characters Dingo and Celee were amazing to read about. I really took them both into my heart and they definitely had me in tears at times. The chemistry between the two of them was electric at times, it wasn’t forced at all it felt so real and genuine.
I was hooked on this book from beginning to end and I think it might possibly be my favourite from this author so far! I am definitely looking forward to reading more from her in the future.

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The Podcast Chronicles by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Katie Matthews

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The Podcast ChroniclesThe Podcast Chronicles by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really refreshing book to read and something a little different than I normally would choose to read. The way in which the book is written really did make me connect with the main character Sue. She was such an uplifting and positive character; it showed her embracing new times in her life and the things that were important to her. I loved the connection she had and friendships she had with the other characters that appeared in the book. I think there are probably themes in this book that people can definitely relate to. The author made the characters in this book really accessible and likeable, some more than other though to be fair!
I am really looking forward to reding more from this author in the future.

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