I really enjoyed this story. It is a mixture of family drama and mysteries. The author does a great job of describing the scenes and the characters so much so that it feels like you know the characters personally. This story gripped me from the beginning as we meet Rose and her mother. When her mother was diagnosed with cancer Rose moves back home to care for her. As a journalist/photographer she is not one to turn her back on a mystery and when crime starts happening in the small town she wants to get to the bottom of it. Added to this is the mystery involving Roses own family. When Rose discovers secrets of her fathers in the attic she feels compelled to get to the truth but when she is warned off by not only her mother but also her brother will she back down or will their resistance make her even more determined? Are some family secrets best kept in the dark? What will be the consequences of uncovering these secrets?
I loved Rose’s determination to uncover the truth and my heart went out to her as she struggles to for and come to terms with her mother’s diagnoses. I honestly couldnt put this book down as each chapter left me wanting to know what happens next. I really enjoyed this story. Parts of it are quite emotional to read, situations around Rose and her mum and her illness really pulled at my heart. This author did a great job of making the reader emotionally invest in the characters.
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This is a great collection of short and steamy stories. Each on is unique and different with something for every taste but all of them are hot and very steamy. The stories are short which means they are quick reads but the author does an amazing job of making the stories feel complete even though they are short. I enjoyed all of the stories in different ways but Falling For My Son’s best friend was definitely a favourite. Not only was it steamy and passionate but it was nice to see the character growth how Elizabeth changes from a mum/wife with no other identity into a reborn sexual being who is ready to find herself again.
Falling for my son’s best friend This is the first book in this collection and wow what a hot and steamy read. In the story we meet Elizabeth and Hugh. When Elizabeth’s son leaves she finds herself alone. With her husband uncaring and working away most of the time she realises just how lonely her existence has become. When she goes to visit her friend (Hugh,’s mum) she meets Hugh and for the first time starts to see him as a man and not the childhood best friend of her son. As the chemistry sizzles between them will Elizabeth give into temptation? Is Hugh just the person the Elizabeth needs the re spark a part of herself that she thought had died long ago?
This collection of stories i would really recommend if you like steamy reads but maybe you don’t have time to read full length books. The page count is a lot however that is made up of several stories which are all quick and easy to read. You can dip in and out of them as you wish which is another great thing about this collection
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This is a great collection of books that make up The Echo Series. Here is my review of each book
Book 1-Echoing Hearts This is a beautiful slow burn romance. I love the author’s writing style and how the characters were really brought to life. The author has a way of writing that has you captivated by the characters and willing them to get their happy ever after. Even when that seems so unlikely. This story had me captivated from the first page and I wasn’t able to put it down. Rae is dead set against the idea of love. She can’t see herself falling in love and isn’t looking for it. So when she meets Dean she is taken completely by surprise when the feelings she gets aren’t entirely neutral. Dean has had heart ache in the past when his ex partner left him at the aisle. Since then he has sworn against love. Never wanting to let anyone get close enough to hurt him again. When they meet the circumstances aren’t ideal. Rae is meant to do a segment in a magazine about Dean’s house and he’s not supposed to be there. As Dean and Rae realise they are stuck with each other for the weekend their attractions grows. Things aren’t going to be straight forward however and when Rae’s room-mate and famous rock star comes into the picture the jealously is there for everyone to see. Can Rae and Dean see through all the rubbish and be together? Can they both let go of their pasts and embrace the love that is waiting for them if they are only brave enough to take the risk? It was a beautiful story to watch unfold and their passion and pain is felt in every page and decision they make along the way
Book 2- His Forever Muse This is such an emotional friends to lovers romance. This is the second book in The Echo Series however it can be read as a standalone and still be enjoyed. I love this author’s writing. There are sensitive issues such as domestic violence in this story and the author handles it in a way that isn’t too graphic but gives the reader just enough information to get a feel of what it is like to be in a relationship like that. Brandon Rossi is a talented musician and artist but just recently he’s lost his mojo. There is something missing from his life but he doesn’t know what that is until he meets Calliope. Calliope is a art gallerist. After the trauma from her past relationship which left her a broken person she had managed to rebuild herself and her life. She puts on a front of being a happy complete person but that isn’t the case. She is still broken inside and feels she will never be complete until her path crosses with Brandon again. Their connection hasn’t go away even after all these years and this could be their chance to finally give their love a chance. But things aren’t that simple and when Calliope’s abusive ex returns it could mean the end of their budding romance. This is a heartbreaking and moving story about second chance love and overcoming all odds to find their happy ever after but would is Brandon strong enough to protect her and safe her from her past and the demons that still lurk?
Book 3- Unexpected Entanglement This is the 3rd book in The Echo Series. I highly recommend reading the books in order so you get a better feel for the characters as previous characters show up in this story. However it could be read as a standalone because it mainly focuses on the two main characters Chris and Rowan. This story has a mixture of everything. The romance is a slow burn as circumstances mean that Chris and Rowan have to pretend to be a couple. So what happens when faking being in love actually turns into the real thing? This is something neither of them expected to happen or were looking for. All Chris had to do was help Rowan pull off her cousins wedding, but as attraction sizzled between them and strange things started happening he knew there was no way he could walk away from her. As a reader you can’t help but fall in love with the characters which just goes to show how much love and character the author puts into them. They are more than just words on a page you can imagine them as living breathing beings and you feel every emotion they go through. I really enjoyed this emotional heartfelt story.
Book 4- Dangerous Rhythm This is the 4th book in The Echo Series. Each book can be read as a standalone as they focus on different couples however I have a feeling once you read one you will want to read them all. What I love about this story is that it is the female lead who is the bodyguard/protector which is a nice twist as normally its the male. These books are full of danger, chemistry and great characters. Curtis is a famous rockstar. He has everything he could wish for in life but he feels something is missing. When he witnesses a crime he is forced to go into hiding with a bodyguard for protection. That body guard is Lina. They met years before when Lina was his bodyguard and Curtis left a lasting impression. Now their paths cross again as Lina now has to protect him from the Mafia and a woman who wants Curtis. Not for his fame or his body but she wants his head. Can Lina keep her emotions and desires in check long enough to keep Curtis safe? When Curtis realises that Lina is what he’s been missing in his life can he convince her that sometimes duty can take a back seat to following your heart. This is a fast paced romance filled with steamy chemistry and danger around every corner.
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This is the 3rd book in the Shadowed Defense Security series. Each book can be read as a standalone however I think after reading one you would want to read them all. These books are great. Their is a gripping crime thriller aspect as well as a romance. The main make characters are always so protective which I love but what I also like is that the female lead character are strong and independent on their own. The characters compliment each other in every sense. This is a story that is gripping right from the beginning and is so action packed that I couldn’t put it down. Their is danger around every corner and my heart was beating fast throughout not only because of the danger but because of the electric chemistry between our 2 main character. Drake and Finlay have crossed paths before and when Drake is sent to fetch Finley home he knew the task wouldn’t be an easy one. Finley is a journalist who is on the brink of breaking a huge story and bringing down a human trafficking ring, however she doesn’t realise just how dangerous the situation is that she finds yourself. While she is undercover she is also trying to locate her friends sister, however the people she is working for aren’t the sort of people you want to mess with or cross. When Drake arrives to convince her to return, she refuses so now Drake and the team at Shadow Defense have to work alongside her to keep her safe and take down the human trafficking organisation for good. However this isn’t as easy as it sounds and with the danger getting higher and higher around Finley, Drake gets more and more concerned that she is in over her head. Will Finley be able to locate her friends sister? Will her cover be blown and her life placed in danger? And what will happen if Drake and Finley gives into their chemistry? This was a great read that I couldn’t put down and I can’t wait to read more from this author.
This is a really unique book to read. At first I wasn’t sure if it was something I would enjoy however I’m so glad I gave it a chance. This for me was a really emotional read and it made me think about all things concerning life, death, previous lives and just about what happens to our consciousness in general. When we die do we just not exist anymore or does our consciousness go to another place where we can look back at our lives and the loved ones we leave behind. It is a beautifully written story and I will admit there is a lot of content and a lot of characters each with a unique and difference perspective on events. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming however if you just take your time it is so worth it. I don’t want to go into too much detail as I don’t want to give away spoilers and I really think I wouldn’t be able to do it justice. It was a very thought provoking read and made me realise that because we see a situation/circumstance happening one way that doesn’t mean that other people involved are sharing the same perspective It also gave me an element of comfort thinking that my loved ones that have passed are still keeping an eye on me.
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This is the 6th book in the Chase Care Series. These books are medical romance/thrillers. They are full of romance, chemistry but also added drama, danger, and risk to life that will leave you on the edge of your seat with your heart pounding. I would definitely recommend reading these books in order as they are so good and I personally plan on going back and reading reading them. In this story we are with Tim and Willow. Tim is a Facility Director and Willow is a travelling Nurse. Willow is running from past bad relationships so isn’t too what to jump into dating Tim but as time progresses they can’t deny their attraction and when Tim goes through a personal battle it really brings home to them just how much they mean to each other. Could this be their second chance at romance? Add to this a mystery that they need to solve when medication has been tampered with and they need to find out who has done it and why. But as you can imagine trying to uncover something as dark and dangerous as that also leads them into a position where they are putting their lives on the line searching for the truth.
These books can be read as a standalone. I have loved everyone and I couldn’t put this down. I was really captivated by Willow’s and Tim’s story and with the added danger of uncovering the mystery around the medication it really kept me gripped all the way through. I don’t want to give to much more away as you have to read this authors work to truly appreciate it.
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This is the 3rd book in the Long Claw Pride series. It can be read as a standalone, however for me personally I feel you will get a better understanding for our characters and their prides by reading from the beginning. This is a second chance paranormal shifter romance. It is full of everything we would expect from angst and challenges to humour, family and chemistry that only appears in fated mate stories. In this book we meet Boone and Cricket and this is their story.
All Boone wants is to find his fated mate and he knows when the call happens he needs to follow it to find her which he does and that leads him to Cricket. Cricket has been through a tough time. After finding her mate and starting what she imagined would be a blissful life with her children, she never thought for one second it would be taken away from her when her mate dies. Now she is alone with the children, working for her family’s logging business. She knows that fated mates only ever happens once and with her mate passed she has settled to her life being alone. That is until Boone arrives. He is adamant she is his mate and is prepared to go to any lengths possible to prove that too her. Could it be possible to have 2 fated mates? Will Boone be able to prove to Cricket that what he says is true? Or will Cricket keep pushing him away risking the second chance of happiness she is being offered?
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This is the 5th book in The Thompson’s of Locust Street. I didn’t realise that this was the final book in the series butbit can be read as a standalone. This is a historical romance and I loved the authors writing and how I was transported back into that era. I also love how the author portrayed Payden, by showing his struggles and torments because of the things he witness and had to do.
Payden is the youngest member in the Thompson family. When his family is threatened by an enemy in his rightful home of Scotland he knows he needs to end this man before he ends up harming his family. So with his cousin Robbie they set off to rid their people of this evil man. They are successful and Payden takes his title of Earl but it’s not all celebration. Payden is left with scars both physically, mentally and emotionally that he fears he will never recover from.
When he meets Clarice they don’t hit it off right away but there is something about her that slowly starts to breathe life into Payden and makes him feel like living again. When Clarice meets Payden she sees a very serious and sad man in front of her. She can tell he hides pain and wants to find out what it is and hope to help him heal. Can she be the balm to ease the pain in Payden’s soul? Things won’t be easy for them and there are obstacles to challenge them but can they be strong enough to push through them and allow love to win? I really enjoyed this beautiful story and I will definitely be going back and reading the previous books in the series.
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This is the fifth and final book in the Bennett’s of Langston Falls Series. I am feeling a little sad about this being the last installment in the series as I have enjoyed meeting every member of the Bennett family and following their journeys to find love. The author is amazing and writes such beautiful emotional stories that you cant help but feel like you know the characters personally.
This is James and Sara’s story. After having his heartbroken James is done with love and romance. He is happy to focus on his family and his dogs. That is until Sara and her son Noah comes into his life. Sara is the carer that is helping James father at home. At first sparks fly between the pair but the more time they spend together and in each others company the more their chemistry builds and becomes something neither can deny. But when things get tough and they are tested will the chemistry be enough to hold them together? Both Sara and James have trouble trusting which makes their journey even harder as they find it hard to trust one another but if they take that leap of faith will they succeed or will they end up heartbroken again.
Again I can’t put into words how much I loved this series and this book is just the icing on a very beautifully decorated cake.
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This is book 7 in the Silver Spring Pets series. I would say these books can definitely be read as standalones however I enjoyed this book so much I want to read the others. This is a reverse harem, paranormal romance. It is fast paced and it is full of steam, romance, supernatural beings, as well as a little danger. For me I love a paranormal story with fated mates and this has more than one so I was a very happy reader. Basil went on a date and her life changed in ways she couldn’t have ever dreamed about. When she wakes she finds she is no longer alive but a vampire, but she’s vegan so how will that even work? Wanting to move forward with her life she moves to Silver Springs and opens up a smoothie/tanning studio. Finally she feels at home and when her mates come calling she can’t deny the pull towards them. However things aren’t all happy and plain sailing as vampire hunters have followed Basil to Silver Springs and are not determined to destroy the life she is creating for herself. Will they succeed or will Basil and her mates win the fight?
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This is the first book in The Better Man Series. This author has a way of writing stories that are beautifully written but also relatable. The characters are likeable and you can’t help but feel drawn into their story. It is a woman’s fiction story so it full of emotion which keeps you engaged in their story. This is a story about finding love in a unlikely place and realising what is in front of you. I loved Bailey’s character. She is so down the earth. She is a single mum to teenage girls so she has a lot on her plate already as well as a high powered position at work. Since her husband passed she has juggled it all by herself and in my eyes has done an amazing job. However her marriage wasn’t all sunshine and roses as her husband came across as being a little cruel always putting her down and making her feel like she is failing all the time, so when he passes this is her opportunity to find herself again, to rediscover who she is and what she wants from life. As she does that she catches the eye of Fox the CEO of the company she works for. Every women breathing is attracted to Fox and Bailey is no different but why would he look at her? There is nothing about her that’s special or attractive. But boy how wrong she is. Fox feels an instant chemistry with Bailey and is amazed that she doesn’t know how stunning she is both inside and out. Fox will stop at nothing until she sees herself has he does. This story is a really beautiful read. I feel a connection with Bailey as I’m a person who also doubts myself constantly and doesn’t see myself as anything special so I understand her confusion and apprehension when this stunning man who could have any women he wants chooses her. It is a sweet read and I can’t wait to read more in this series.
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This is the first book in the True North Murder Mystery series. This story was an enjoyable murder mystery. The author does an amazing job with the details and fully immersing the reader into the investigation. The authors knowledge of police procedures and what goes into an investigation really brings the story to life for me.
Stoddard Skidmore, rich son of St John Skidmore has been found dead in a brutal attack. The man suspected for the crime has been arrested and charged however something isn’t right. The murder looks to personal to be a robbery gone wrong.
Trueman North, retired detective has been hired by St John to get to the bottom of what really happened to his son. It should be a simple case just look over the evidence and see what he can make of it. However things don’t turn out that way. With meddling from St Johns daughter and his competitor North has his work cut out for him as he navigates and investigates the murder. How he is going to deal with things when the people around him think they can buy their way out of trouble? This is dark murder mystery which will use every bit of experience the detective has and more. Is the man currently serving a jail sentence the murderer? Does it have anything to do with Stoddard at all or was he collateral damage? Was this something to do with Skidmore’s competitors or someone closer to home? Will North uncover corruption that has put an innocent man behind bars?
I loved this story which was full of intrigue and twists and turns. I can’t wait to read more.
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This was a really intriguing and interesting read. It is a mixture of a crime, mafia, and romance all mixed together to create a unique story that I couldn’t put down. The author does an really great job with the characters as well. I loved Harriett. My heart went out to her as she struggles with things from her past as well as struggling with losing her father in the line of duty. She is on a mission to find out who murdered her father and knows she has to infiltrate the crime family to find the answers she is looking for. With her background and experiences she thinks this will be a walk in the park what she doesn’t expect is Trey.
Trey is part of the crime family and is set on working his way to the top. The chemistry between Harriett (Harry) and Trey is sizzling and could end up getting them both burnt. Harriett really wants him to change she believes it’s not too late for him to change but is she right? Could she be placing herself into a dangerous situation emotionally as well as physically?
This is a story filled with twists and turns, danger and intrigue. It is fast paced and I couldn’t put it down. I had to know whether Harriett solves the mystery of her father’s death and saves the man she is attracted to or if she will end up losing everything. This is a great read.
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This is the first book in the Her Royal Harem Series Ember. This is a wonderful story filled with magic, shifters, princes, danger, self discovery and a reverse harem. It was really nice to read a different type of story. I personally love anything to do with mystical creatures. I have always been drawn to the protectiveness and strength of shifters and their fated mates and this has that plus so much more. The authors imagination is amazing. The world creation and the character creation was outstanding. There was so many twists that I didn’t see coming which made the story thoroughly enjoyable. Ember has got to be my favourite character of all time. She has had a tough start after being abandoned by her adoptive parents when they found out she had magic, so she lived alone in the woods healing sick animals and shifters. However something is happening as the amount of injured shifters seems to be increasing. When a load of cursed animals show up that is when Prince Caleb arrives and Embers quiet lonely life takes a turn for the better. She goes from being lonely to having 4 men wanting to date her and all happy to share. As well as this she has to overcome the confusion as she learns that she is more than she originally thought. As well as this there is an organisation that is trying to rid the world of hybrid’s and the main people are Ember’s adoptive parents. So much happens in this story that you need to read it to fully appreciate it. It is very fast paced and I loved every second of it. I can’t wait to read more
This is the first book in the Polyam Fam. It is a romcom which deals with relationships, family, angst and learning experiences. I really enjoyed this story and I have loved the authors previous works so I was excited to read this and I wasn’t disappointed. This story has a polyamorous relationship which our leading Lady Molly is in. I didn’t have much of a understanding of this type of a relationship however the story has helped my understanding more. This is a story of finding romance when you don’t expect it but also learning about different types of relationships and learning to accept people for who they are. This is Molly and Lachlan’s story
Molly is in a polyamorous relationship with Poe. Since being in a relationship she has never wanted to date someone else until Lachlan came along. Lachlan was introduced to Molly as she needed a Scottish man for her play. The connection and attraction between them was instant but Lachlan doesn’t date and Molly isn’t sure how she feels about dating someone other than Poe. The more time they spend together though the more they can’t fight their attraction to each other but will Lachlan understand and accept the relationship that Molly currently has? Will Lachlan be able to be in a relationship with Molly knowing she is also in a relationship with Poe? Will this just be a fling while the show is happening or will it become something more?
This book is full of twists and turns as our characters battle with their feelings and emotions while they find out what they really want and how they can get there. This is definitely a story of acceptance which I loved and I found it interesting. I can’t wait to read more in this series
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This is the second book in the Butterflies Fly Free Series. Even though it is part of a series it can be read as a stand alone. I really love these stories as the author does an amazing job of transporting the reader back in time to the 1920s. In this story we are with Suki and Frank. Suki is a dancer and Frank is a gangster. Suki has had her eye on Frank for a while and when the club where she works is attacked it throws her and Frank together in a way neither of them expected. When Suki is injured escaping the conflict in the club where she works she is out of action and is worrying how she will afford her rent. Frank offers her a solution. To play the part of his woman. But what happens when the lines between playing a part and feeling the real emotions gets blurred. What happens if she actually falls for Frank? It isn’t all plain sailing either. Suki is an indepedent women who has struggled and always provided for herself so how will she react when Frank steps in and takes care of all her needs. Will she allow a man to take that much control from her or will she fight against it. Life as a gangsters moll is tough but will the love and need for Frank be enough to keep her there. It was beautiful to watch this couple grow and learn to adapt to each other. The authors amazing research into the historical elements really brought this story to life. I can’t wait to read more.
This is the second book in the Game Time Series. This author is incredible and I have loved every book I have read. And this one is added to that lists. This is Wyatt and Pipers story. I love both these character and the fact that this story is written from both perspectives really helped to bringnthe characters to life. This is a story about finding love when you least expect it and overcoming past betrayals and hurts to all love to be a possibility again. As well as that story there is also steamy scenes as our couple can’t fight their attraction to each other. These scenes are written in a way that makes them feel really intimate and draws the reader in.
Piper has sworn off romance ever since she was betrayed. However she is a woman with needs so when a hot guy gave her the chance to meet said needs she grabbed it. After all a one night stand never hurt anyone right? However for Wyatt the connection and attraction between them is so much more than a one night thing. He wants her and he will stop at nothing to get her. With everyone seeing and knowing there is more between the couple than Piper wants to see Wyatt knows he has his work cut out to convince Piper to give him and them a chance. Can he prove to her that not all men are the same? Will Piper be able to move on from her past to embrace a future with Wyatt? You need to read this book to find out.
This is a story about love and friends, betrayal and vengeance, family dynamics and learning to love again. It is a fast paced read that will keep you turning pages until the end
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This is the first book I have read by this author and I really enjoyed it. This story was a captivating read about a 200 year old pirate returning to his home of New Orleans to break a curse. The author does an amazing job of mixing past with present day and I loved the character of Jean Lafitte. He was a typical pirate captain but I loved how amazed he was about everything that has changed and things he didn’t know about such as TV’s and phones. This is a paranormal mystery involving pirates, a cure, missing jewels and a 200 yearnold curse that needs to be broken to free Jean and his crew from the purgatory they have found themselves in. However Jean needs one thing to help him recover and return the jewels and break the spell the Named One, Juliet. Juliet has had a rough time after losing her job she finds herself tending a bar. When Jean walks in she assumes he is another party goer who’s had one too many and when she hears his story she is even more convinced he is mad. When Jean asks for her help she reluctantly agrees. If for no other reason than it will entertain her for a couple of weeks. And so the adventure and race against time begins. Will they find where the voodoo woman hid the jewels? Will they be able to return them to the island and break the spell in time? And what will happen if the curse is lifted? This was a fun action packed paranormal adventure with spirits of the past as well as characters of the present. I really enjoyed it.
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This is a standalone romcom. It would be an amazing holiday read and a part of me wished I was on a beach enjoying the sun just like our characters. This was an instant attraction steamy romance and I loved how the author placed the character together because neither of them was looking for what hit them on the first day of that holiday.
Giuliana jets off to start her relaxing holiday with her childhood friend. She is so excited to spend some time away continuing the tradition they have had in place for years. This is a girl’s holiday no men allowed. However that all changes when her friends plane is delayed and a handsome stranger enters her life.
Landon isn’t heading to the resort for a holiday. He’s there purely for business. That is until he meets Giuliana. Now his plans have changed and business becomes the last thing on his mind. However Landon is hiding something and if he isn’t careful he will spill everything to Giuliana which could risk what they have between them.
Would it really matter if she found out? If things end it’s not the end of the word right? Holiday romances are ment to be short lived, but what happens when it becomes something more. Something neither of them expected or could stop from happening. This was a really entertaining read. I will definitely be taking it on holiday with me as well as it’s a proper pool side read.
This is a really interesting contemporary romance. It was full of touching scenes, humour and a little bit of drama that makes me keep reading more. I love how the author tells the story from the point of view of both our MCs. It gives the reader a more complete understanding on what the characters are thinking and feeling and also make their reactions make more sense.
Declan and Mira have had a strained relationship from the start. Mira was sure that Declan hated her whereas Declan was just confused about why he was feeling certain things around her. Fast forward and Mira is now hired in Declan’s company. However the tension is still their between them and Mira doesn’t understand what’s caused it. As the story progresses Declan finds himself in a compromising position and he could lose it all if Mira decides to make a complaint. But she sees this as her opportunity and she promises it will go no further if he helps her progress her career. If only that was where the story ends. At the same time all this is going on Mira is having doubts about her relationship with her partner who doesn’t seem ready to commit and move the relationship forward. Could Declan actually be the guy she is looking for? This is a sweet story and I loved how eventually as Mira gets to know Declan better she understands his behaviour and his quirks and what she realises really surprises her. This was a really enjoyable read and I can’t wait to more from this author.
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This is the 3rd book in the Hamilton Steelhawks series. These books can be read as standalones because I read this one first however I will definitely be going back to read the books that came before. These are a sports romance based around an ice hockey team. The authors knowledge of the game and how it all works really gives the reader an insight into that life both on and off the ice. This is Colby and Gabriella’s story. This couple have history which I didn’t understand but I think reading the first 2 books would have explained that. Neither of them are the type to want commitment but neither of them can deny the strong attraction and chemistry between them. After a couple of encounters could there be something more between them or is it just sexual chemistry messing with their heads. Both Colby and Gabriella aren’t prepared to open themselves up to potential heartbreak so they keep their distance from each other. However that all changes when their best friends decide to get married. With Colby as best man and Gabriella as maid of honour can they put their differences and rising sexual chemistry aside to keep it from spoiling their friends wedding or will being in close proximity to each other for too long bring all the things they have been trying to surpess to the surface? Will they keep it together for the sake of their friends wedding? Will the chemistry combust and ruin everything? And what will happen if they give into temptation and the feelings instead of running away. This was a really captivating read and I can’t wait till read more of this series.
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I found this a really interesting read. As this is a story about America and it’s history I went into it not knowing very much, however the authors amazing attention to detail and the research that was put into it really brought it to life for me. As well as all the historical references which I loved the author has created characters which are great and really make you invested in their stories and their lives and how everything that was happening at the time affected them no matter their social status, colour or job. Everyone was affected by the happenings of this time and it was humbling to read about the struggles that went on for a lot of people during this time. There is so much going on in this story with danger, corruption, war, hope, dreams of freedom and so much more than I can ever explain. It is a book which it keep you reading until the end and as it is book 1 in the Freemen and Dreamers series I can’t wait to read more.
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This is the 3rd book in the DAG Team Series. The books can be read as standalones however I feel you will get a better understanding and more enjoyment if you read them from the beginning. This story is a action packed Special Ops romance. It is full of danger, intrigue, suspense, and a second chance meeting which could change the lives of our too main characters forever. This is definitely a story that I couldnt out down and I was gripped from the start as the action hits you from the first page. With drug gangs and a kidnapping right at the start you have not choice but to buckle up for the ride ahead. I have to admit I do love Mateo’s character, he is trying so hard to leave the drug gang behind and is almost free by putting the main man behind bars until Janey comes back into his life. Now he is torn, does he keep up the charade and stick to the plan to gain his freedom from the drug gang or does he risk it all to save Janey? Can he do both?
Janey has escaped her past or so she thought until her brother turns up. As a member of a drug gang she knows nothing good can come of him turning up and she right when she finds herself kidnapped as the drug gang try to get to her brother. Imagine her surprise when her teenage crush Mateo turns up and is part of the gang who have her captive. What is he doing there? Could he really be part of such a ruthless gang? And can she even trust what he is telling her?
This is a story of second chance romance with lots of hurdles for Mateo and Janey to overcome. Secrets will be revealed and stories come to light as they both fight for their freedom and each other. I loved this story and look forward to what comes next.
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This is book one in the Devil’s Spawn Daddies series. This is an DDLG story as well as a MC romance. I have always loved MC romances and I enjoyed this one just as much. This is an action packed story from the first page. There is danger, tension, drama, and steam as our main characters realise that there is something very special between them. The author does a great job of immersing you in the life of a MC club and also let’s you enter the world of BDSM and gives you a better understanding of the DDLG relationship.
Cutter is no angel. Has part of a MC he has had his run ins with police even though he wasn’t guilty. So when he is approached to work along side the police to infiltrate a new dangerous MC that has come along at first he wants to say no way. However the person doing the asking is Emily Mayhew and he feels powerless to refuse her anything. There is something about her that he just can’t forget, something that calls to him.Emily is newly promoted and wants to crack this case on her own so she turns to the one person she feels she can trust. But can she really trust Cutter? The closer they get and the more time they spend together Emily finds it harder to conceal a huge part of her personality from him. She is a middle. What will Cutters reaction be if he was to find out? Would he be disgusted and push her away? Or could this revelation be just what they need to finally find their other half?I loved this story and I can’t wait to read more in this series
This is the 6th and final book in the Relic Hunters series. I won’t lie I am a little devastated that this is the last book as I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. The author has written an amazing series that has truly captivated me. Their attention to detail in the historical and mythology elements as well as the action and adventure in the present day really meant I couldn’t put them down.
We are back with Matt and Adam as they search for their father uncovering myths that they never imagined existed. This is really a moving and heart wretching story as we finally learn what happened to their dad all those years ago. The brothers have a lot to deal with. As well as the dangerous and heartbreaking journey they are on to discover the truth they are also fighting a danger closer to home as their enemies chase them down. Will Adam and Matt be able to save everything that their father and they have worked to protect at the British Museum? What other secrets will be uncovered?
I don’t want to give to much of the story away but I do recommend reading them from the beginning of the series. If you love history and mythology then you will love this series.
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This is the first book in the Titans of Chicago series. It is a dark second chance romance which deals with several subjects that could be triggering such as abusenand grief. I couldn’t help but be completely captivated with this story and I couldn’t put it down. My heart broke for our main characters Gabriel and Harper and I will be honest at times I did wonder if all the trauma and angst between them was going to be worth trying to reach their happy ever after. Harper and Gabriel were young sweethearts. Soul mates who planned on spending the rest of their lives together. Nothing could tear them apart or so they thought. When Harper gets the news of her parents death and then is taken away by her uncle they still hoped their love would survive. However circumstances around Harper means that in her mind to protect him from the truth she ends their relationship.
Fast forward and Harper has moved on with her life but she has never forgotten her first love. And when she gets news of Gabriel’s parents passing she wants to reach out but will she be welcome?
When Gabriel sees Harper again all the old anger, resentment and hurt crashes to the surface again. And even though he can’t deny the chemistry between them how can he ever trust her again? With the added danger that is lurking in the background will this be the thing to bring them back together or will it push them further apart at the risk to their safety? I really enjoyed this book and even though at times I felt like shaking Gabriel for the way he treated Harper I kept having to remind myself that he doesn’t know the truth of it what she went through. This story is gripping and I couldn’t put it down until I found out if they made it and got their happy ever after or not
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This is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series and I thoroughly enjoyed it. What I loved about this book is how deep the author goes with her characters and setting the scene instead of it being a few words and then action. The build up of the characters attraction and witnessing their interactions really brought them to life for me. This is a dom/sub relationship and the author does a great job of giving the reader a complete and full understanding of what exactly that entail in an open and honest way. Zachery is a strong Dom. He runs a club and well as other businesses. He is successful and has never wanted to settle down until he meets Ashton.
Ashton is a sub. She wants to joined Shattered Embrace to rediscover herself. What she doesn’t expect is that the man she is employed by as a consultant is the same man who holds the key to the door of the club she wanted to join.
The attraction is immediate but can they mix business and pleasure? What I love about Aston is that she isn’t a typical shy, meek sub. Even with her Dom she is sassy and says what she thinks which only intrigues Zachery even more? Could Ashton be the one the finally make Zachery settle down? Will the chemistry between them be too much to handle? As the story progresses we learn much about the characters and just how perfectly matched they are. I can’t wait to read the next book.
This is the 4th book in the Kings of Screen Series. Even though this is the 4th book they can all be read as stand alone reads as they each focus on a different couple. This is a friend’s to lovers story filled with chemistry, push and pull, angst and humour which really brings the story and the characters to life. This is Jackson and Ros story. Jackson and Ros have been friends for a long time and even though Jackson wanted more Ros didn’t want to risk their friendship even though she was attracted to Jackson. So they look like they are destined to remain friends until ….. To clear his name for sleeping with a married woman Jackson tells the world that he and Ros are in a relationship and have been for months. What follows is a story of a fake romance as Ros tries to keep up appearances without falling for Jackson and Jackson tries everything in his power to show Ros that his playboy ways are over and he only wants her. Will he succeed? Or will Ros continue to think it’s just another act?
This is the second book in the Bookshop Kitties Series. These are a short cosy mystery read and even though it is part of a series it can be read as a standalone. One thing is love is that the authors imagination and character development really brings the stories to life. You can’t help but be drawn into the story and the mystery has so many twists and turns that you are constantly kept guessing.
In this book we are back with Christy and her friends. When a distant relative turns up at her Aunty Betty’s wedding she is left wondering who he is. When it turns out that he is her best friend Janie’s ex husband things start to get strange and when said ex husband is found dead on Janie’s shop floor the question then is who is responsible. Janie is the prime suspect but even though she was at the wedding could she still have commited the crime? And if not her then who? As Christy starts to learn more about who this man was she starts to realise that the amount of people who would have wanted him dead keep increasing. Christy knows he wasn’t a nice man but even she is shocked as revelations come out about what he did and to who. But the question remains who is responsible for his death? Can she clear her friends name?
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This is the second book in the Divine Vintage series. Even though it is the second book you can read them as standalone reads however I think you will be captivated enough with the story to want to read them in order. I loved the mix of romance, mystery and paranormal. The characters are so well developed and I have to admit Marcy is definately a favourite. Marcy is an assistant costume designer and when she is called up to produce costumes for the show “The Importance of Being Earnest” she gets more than she bargains for. As well as the responsibility of producing the costumes she has to deal with a stubborn director and a mystery of a horrific death that happend 50 years before. I loved how Marcy is gifted to see people’s auras as this is what helps her in her search to unravel the mystery. With strange lights, unexplained noises, and strange creatures this is a fast paced story that will keep you on your toes and has surprises around every corner. I loved being transported back in time and the authors attention to detail really brings the story to life. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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