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Quarterback Keeper: A College Sports Romance (Fall Lake Ballers, Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Quarterback Keeper: A College Sports Romance (Fall Lake Ballers Book 1)Quarterback Keeper: A College Sports Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gia is hiding out on a boat from a horrible abusive ex. When the boat owner Kylian finds her she is sure she’s screwed. But Kylian is battling life troubles of his own with a terminally ill mother and a horribly manipulative father. So he strikes up a deal with Gia to fulfill his mom’s dying wish of him finding Love. They fake date in exchange for her having a safe place to sleep. But Kylian’s dad and Gia’s ex make multiple attempts to tear the two apart. I loved the banter, the way Gia fit in with Kylian’s mom and friends, and the twists in the story.
I have been in a horrible reading slump for awhile, trying to find time to read let alone finish books has been hard. But THIS book did it for me. I was hooked from the start and stayed up late into the night finishing it. I loved it and can’t wait to get my hands on the next one.

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Heaven Only Knows (A Silver Buckle Romance Series Book 3) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Krista Moulthrop

HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance Book 3)HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Barrett helps win a case in New Orleans and is asked to stay and connect with the victims involved. He meets guarded and mysterious Agata, and is drawn to her unexpectedly. Not looking for love, she turns him down but continues showing up and helping him get to know her neighbors. Barrett has to decide if he wants to take the offer to stay with the law firm hes interning for and also if he can show Agata that it’s safe to re open her heart. This story was a good clean romance that will get you in your feels.

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Finally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social Skills Review By Krista Moulthrop

Finally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social SkillsFinally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social Skills by Debbie Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Donut the dog is sad because her best friend had to love away and now she has nobody to play with. She sees a squirrel and decides she wants to be friends but she keeps scaring the squirrel away. Donut learns how to be calm and quiet and finally become friends with the squirrel. A great kid story that teaches a lesson about thinking of the other persons feelings.

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Gadrella by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

GadrellaGadrella by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love anything written by this author! The illustrations are amazing and colorful. The story is engaging. Every story I’ve read has been 5 stars.
In this story we meet a little witch named Gadrella. She is burned out on the routine of her peers. They always have the same outfits, same spells, same everything. One night she gets an idea to change things. She makes her own outfit, creates a new spell, and trades her broomstick for a bicycle. Will her friends still accept her? Read and find out

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Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3)Night Sweats and Hockey Nets by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart are new to me authors this year and I have loved both of their writing. Them coming together kn this series was something I really looked forward to and enjoyed. I also absolutely love the single dad, grumpy/sunshine tropes. Chloe and Niko meet in a bar and sparks fly but they find out soon after that Chloe is Nikos coaches daughter and is “off limits”. Will they come together or keep pushing each other away?

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Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series 3)Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf by M.J. Murray

Dylan, his sister, and their dog have been at camp for a few days and still haven’t had much fun due to some bad weather. When it finally clears up and they can start on camp games, they realize the camp trophy has been stolen. Dylan takes on this case with his trusty detective kit and his list of suspects grows and grows until suddenly the trophy reappears. This was a fun and engaging mystery story for kids. Can’t wait to read more from this series.

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Krista Moulthrop

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Due to an incident with her Grandma, Holland has to up and move to Arizona, despite living in Durango her entire life. She had to start over at a new school and make new friends. On her first day she meets Asher, and sparks fly immediately. But a few days later she meets Chandler and he also has good qualities. She soon finds out these two boys are twins and are known to compete against each other. She doesn’t want to be another one of their trophies but she is still fairly attracted to them both. So they cut a deal and try to win her over.
This story had me laughing out loud and I didn’t want to put it down. I loved the characters and writing. Being from Arizona myself made this even better. Will definitely read more from this author.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Abby is hiding a secret about who she really is, and is living amongst a town of people who her ancestors were enemies with. Abby has to decide if she’s going to let the town in on her secret so she can claim her land she has rights to, or let it go and keep up her persona. Joe has had a bad vibe about Abby since she moved to town, he just can’t figure out what it is about her that’s sparking his skepticism. When Abbys secret does come out Joe realizes he may have been wrong about her and doesn’t want her to be shunned for something she didn’t have control over. This was a good small town clean romance. I still need to read the second book in this series but I enjoyed book one and three

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London Detective Agency (London Detective Agency Series) by Stephanie R. Caffrey – Review by Krista Moulthrop

London Detective Agency: The Complete SeriesLondon Detective Agency: The Complete Series by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a new to me author this year, and I couldn’t get enough of this series. It’s a great suspenseful romance with some laughs and twists.

Book 1 is Evelyn and Patrick’s story. Evelyn meets Patrick at the airport when she is mistaken for someone else and Patrick ends up holding her captive, making her miss her flight, while things are sorted out. I loved the London setting and the British banter between characters. Was on the edge of my seat and staying up late into the night reading to see what happens next.

Book 2 this one follows Tessa and James. James and Patrick were roommates and run a P.I business together. So when Tessa comes to the office for help with a stalker after the police turn her away, James takes on the case. But while he’s trying to keep things professional he’s also falling for her quite quickly. When the stalker escalates, James has to race to save Tessa before it’s too late. This was another story I thoroughly enjoyed and had me hooked.

This author has quickly become a new favorite of mine. Give this series a try.

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Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Cam Creates a HeroCam Creates a Hero by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cam sees a girl in the hospital on TV and immediately feels guilt. He wants to do something to help her but is feeling helpless. His dream is to create a robot that would help kids in need all over. Cam finds that he can still help people in a more realistic way. This was a great story for kids about believing in yourself and your dreams.

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Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue (Luca Magoo Series) by Megan Delgado – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Luca Magoo, Don't Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression.Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression. by Megan Delgado
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luca Magoo’s imagination runs wild when he asks himself “what would really happen if I tasted some of the glue?” this story was funny and engaging with silly ideas and great pictures. Would recommend this book for any kid or classroom

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Krista Moulthrop

You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy is different from his siblings and feels like he doesn’t fit in. Mama reassures him that him being different just makes him special, and that everyone has something special about them. This was a short and cute kid story with a good lesson. Love the animal characters that keep kids engaged.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy was a pup from a litter of 5, and as they all grew, the time came for them to be adopted to new families. One by one, buddy’s siblings were chosen and left his farm. Buddy starts to blame himself and wonder why nobody wants him. His mama reassured him that his perfect family just hadn’t come yet, but they will. Eventually he gets his family and finds out that they traveled extra just to get him!

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Decisions Matter (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong (Buddy the Blue Corgi 3)Decisions Matter: A picture book about learning right from wrong by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buddy lives with his two cat brothers, Salem and Donut. Donut is the older responsible sibling and keeps the others in line when needed. When someone keeps knocking over the trash at night, Buddy is determined to stay awake and catch who did it but the culprit keeps getting away in time and Buddy gets blamed. Buddy eventually sees who did it but is afraid of tattling on them. Donut teaches Buddy that he should never take the blame for something he didn’t do.
This was my first book from this author. It was super cute and had a great lesson.

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kids have gathered at a pig wrestling contest to try to win a pig. Angela stands by and waits patiently for most of the kids to give up, so she has more space to try and grab the slippery pig. She also has a bully, Bruce trying to get the pig. But in the end her patience pays off and she’s able to grab the pig and win. This was a cute book with great graphics. I always love this authors stories!

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Krista Moulthrop

The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute kids story that would pair nicely with a “habitat” homeschool lesson. Great illustrations, rhyming to keep kiddos engaged, and descriptions of different places humans and animals live in.

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls, #5)Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mallory and Beckett have secretly been in love with each other since they were kids, but Mallory’s brother Evan is also Beckett’s best friend, and now that they’ve grown, neither wants to upset Evan. When Beckett moves back home after his grandpa’s death, he hopes he can win Mallory over, but there are some things that get in the way. This was such a sweet small town, childhood love, second chance romance and I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

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Picking Pismo by Emi Hilton – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Picking PismoPicking Pismo by Emi Hilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Claire has to come to Pismo after her mom passed, leaving her to take care of her teen sister and get things in order before returning home to her job/life. She meets David along the way, who is Alexis’ (the sister) orthodontist. Both are not really in a position to start a relationship but can’t deny the connection. David is hesitant because of his past marriage and because Claire isnt staying in Pismo permanently. Can they come to a compromise in living arrangements and give into their feelings? This was a nice beachy clean romance I really enjoyed. Would love to read more from this author.

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Offsides (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Offsides: Game Time SeriesOffsides: Game Time Series by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chess has her heart guarded and does not want to waste her time on players, both on and off the field. Shes attracted to Finn, but she’s wary when she realizes he’s entertaining the wrong type of women. This was a great slow burn, while Finn works to prove he’s not the type of guy she assumes he is. He’s a nerd and a softy under his tough exterior, and he’s got his eyes set on winning Chess over. This was a great read for the sports romance fans. Love the slow burn, the effort Finn puts in, Chess as a strong FMC. I’ll definitely read more from this author.

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Rock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Rock Crush and RollRock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story. Loved the characters (well besides Tyler’s boss). Tyler has been involved in the music industry her whole life, but has been stuck at one job for many years with a crappy boss. He threatens to ruin her if she quits so she keeps chugging along til she can make a break. She is trying to get over a breakup and has sworn off dating musicians. But then her high-school crush comes back into her life and starts working with her. She doesn’t want to be in the spotlight but he wants her to take a chance. Can they come to an agreement and act on their chemistry? I couldn’t put this down, and would definitely read more from this author

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Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay Series) by Erin Brockus – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay #1)Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance by Erin Brockus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hope is down on her luck when her bf breaks up with her and she loses her job all within a couple weeks. Her sister enters her into a contest without her knowledge, to win a tropical scuba resort and Hope wins! Her sister has to convince her to take the plunge and step out of her “predictable” life, but she finally agrees to accept her winnings and move to St Croix. She meets the scuba instructor, Alex, who hides some secrets of his own. They just might find healing within each other that they didn’t know they needed. This was a great read for summer. It kept me engaged and the writing/descriptions were well done. Will definitely read more from this author.

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Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Series) by Stephanie R. Caffrey – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Book 2)Be My Little Baby by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was a fan of the first book in this series, and looked forward to book two’s release for months. I’m so glad the author decided to give James his own story. Love the English lingo, the mystery/suspense, and romance in these books. They both kept me wanting to read til the last page.

Be My Little Baby is James and Tessa’s story. She comes to James and his PI business with his brother for help with some worrying letters and photos she’d been receiving when the police turned her away. James and Tessa immediately have chemistry but James won’t date a client to keep thing professional. When Tessa’s stalker becomes more threatening, can James figure out who it is and put a stop to it in time? Will he give into his feelings for her?

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Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Where's Gramma?Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. It had cute illustrations and Rhymes, and a really cool Gramma. You never know what she was getting up to next, but it was always an adventure. Would definitely recommend this one for your grandkids or in general

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Glass Houses by Sinister Styx – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Glass HousesGlass Houses by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a fast read, but it definitely kept you on the line until the end. A story about love, betrayal, and revenge.. All in what seems to be an unending cycle for the couple. A bit of a twist at the end as well.

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Word Play by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Word PlayWord Play by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this little story about Joe. Illustrations were cute and so was Joe as a character. He’s starting school and thinks he is going to learn how to read! But as the day goes on he becomes confused that he hasn’t been taught yet. He decides to wander through town to find the “correct” place so he can learn. Joe finds out that reading takes a lot of time and he can’t learn it all in one day.

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No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

No One Could See the FleaNo One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute story about a boy and his dog and a lesson in assuming. The dog scratched and his boy automatically assumed he had a flea so he started doing all sorts of things to get it to go away, even though he couldn’t actually find a flea. Eventually after getting all the neighborhood kids involved, the dog has had enough and he hides. The boy finally gives up and takes him to the vet who confirms there was no flea the whole time. Loved the illustrations and think it’s a great read for kids with a great lesson.

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Krista Moulthrop

“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mouse decides he wants to prove the moon is made of cheese so he recruits all the barn animals to help him with his plan to get there. He promises to bring back cheese for anyone who helps him. Meanwhile bird is trying to tell mouse that his plan just isn’t going to work. Mouse doesn’t find out why until after his plan fails. Then bird explains and decides to help him with his next plan. Great lesson in not giving up after failing on your first attempt. Great illustrations as well.

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Blurring the Lines & Extras (The Blind Rebels Series) by Amy Kaybach – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Blurring the Lines & Extras (The Blind Rebels)Blurring the Lines & Extras by Amy Kaybach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Was hooked from the start with this one. Nice short novella and gives a good perspective on what it’s like “behind the scenes” with a famous rock band. With fame comes drugs, sex, and manipulative fans. Who can you really trust? I loved having the different view points from Mav, Callum, and Becka. Though I didn’t trust Beckas intentions and had hoped something in her would change throughout the story. She seemed to only care about getting her name out there by dating any Rockstar that would take her. Callum has bad vibes from the get go and seems to “test her” by trying to get her attention as well. I really enjoyed this book and I am eager to dive into the other books in this series now.

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Love Rinkside (The Playmakers Series) by G. K. Brady – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Love Rinkside (Playmakers)Love Rinkside by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first I’ve read from this author, even though it is connected to a series (playmaker series). I enjoyed this novella as a good quick read. Drew and Katie meet in a funny way at a costume party on Halloween where they are masked. They hit it off when they both sneak away from the party to the porch and see each other’s crazy costumes. They don’t know who each other are until masks are removed later that night, when they decide to ditch the party altogether. They find out they’re connected through friends/family and never really noticed the other before. Both have hesitations about being in a relationship, mainly Katie. Will they be able to overcome those hesitations and give into their obvious chemistry? I would definitely read others in this series.

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Dinopotamus Solves a Mystery (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Krista Moulthrop

Dinopotamus Solves a MysteryDinopotamus Solves a Mystery by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute and quick read that would be perfect for young kids. I love that the illustrations look like drawings colored with crayon. The class Dino, that can see heat spots the children can not, solves how to keep the children warm for their nap time.

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