The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben was a different type of story than I would usually read. It was my first by this author and I really enjoyed it. Dan has screwed up a lot in his life and he is trying to make it better. As a long haul trucker, he has always enjoyed the road. That is until another screwup forces a codriver on him. Jake has a secret that Dan has found out about. And since he found out, he’s realized that he’s a lot more curious than he would like. I found that I read this book rather quickly. It felt a little dry at first but because you’re reading from Dans perspective, it came off as his personality. This was quite the emotional journey for the characters, I’d recommend it to others with an open mind.
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Just One Time by Samantha Baca was pretty much everything that you would want in a best friend romance story. Nate and Abby have been friends forever. They never really gave it a thought when it came to coupling up. But when Abby decided she wanted nothing more than to be a mom, Nate stepped up without so much as blinking. Will the pair be able to do this or will things get messy? The chemistry between nate and Abby was so strong you could feel it. They were hilarious together and I found myself laughing out loud. I really enjoyed this book and I’m looking forward to the rest of the series.
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Chicken Little Investigates is a cute children’s story by Lois Wickstrom and illustrated by Francie Mion. My daughter thought this book was funny and she learned something too. She is 2.5 and she asked a lot of questions and it opened up talk of gravity and the different sounds that things make when they fall. She also loved the pictures and the part with the Fox (her words!) Overall it was a cute, short read. I liked that it was something familiar with something new. It was engaging enough that my daughter paid attention!
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Ruthless Hawke is book one in Gwen McNamee’s The Hawke Family Second Generation series. While there is a series before, it’s not necessary to read to understand; I , however, personally enjoyed knowing what happened previously, having background on the amount of family (because it’s a lot) and how the characters compared. If any family has been to enough, it would definitely be the Hawke family. Love, death, fires, clubs, fights, so much more and so much in between. Isaac is met with a blast from the past with a little blue eyed secret. The story itself was great and I love the authors style. However I was not a huge fan of the name “Jack” for Isaac’s counterpart. It just made it a little confusing but it’s fine. I do love the chemistry and read this quickly as I needed to know how it would end. I know this series is going to be good like the first, if not better!
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His Forever Muse is book two in CR Alam’s The Echo Series. I fell for Brandon in book one. The romantic famous best friend. He just wants his happily ever after and he truly deserves it. Callie has had a hard time letting go from a hard past. There was a lot of character growth in this story from Callie. I enjoyed the second chance storyline between these two. It felt like any fantasy where you want to fall for the lead of your favorite band. I’m happy that Brandon got his story and that it was just what he needed. Very steamy spicy scenes. I feel like book two was much better than book one – though that is strictly personal preference.
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Wow I was definitely not expecting to finish this story so quickly. However once I started I couldn’t put it down and needed to finish to find out what happened! The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic was a short and fast read. Sam is a recent high school grad who aspires to be an actress. And as any young aspiring actress does, she moves to LA to live out these huge dreams. Once there, she finds out just how hard the industry is and how you can’t trust just anyone. After finding out some hard truths, shes faces with a decision that will change the course of her life forever. It’s a good read if you’re looking for something that you can’t completely guess what will happen.
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Echoing Hearts is book one in CR Alam’s The Echo Series. Dean and Rae were quite the interesting pair. Though they were both stubborn, they were also scared and just wanted to be loved – even if they didn’t seem as if they did. Though Dean felt dry in a romance novel aspect, he felt real, like someone I would or could know. Rae was the sunshine in your cloudy day and always the positive one. I loved that about her character. I felt as though I truly got to know the couple as individuals. It made the story that much better. I am looking forward to the next book in the series!
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True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager is book one in the Landry True Colors series. This was a fast and easy read, totally clean as well. As a whole the book was good. As an adult reading I found it a little boring at times because it was middle school so it’s nothing like I usually read. However, thinking like a teenager, it felt like I was in middle school all over again! It made me feel like I was there and thinking as if I were a preteen again. So much friend drama, was it really like that?! (Yes, yes it was.) the story is about Landry and how she loses her best friends. Between trying to navigate life and figuring out who she is, she just wants to make it through school. Definitely a book I’d let my preteen read.
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Savage Start is the prequel to Isla Vaughn’s Hidden Valley Elite series. I have to say I really should have paid attention because just when stuff really got me hooked, it ended. It was short, a very fast read that leaves you curious about the teens at this school. I will say I have a lot of questions which I’m sure is the point but a lot of them stem from Riley. I am extremely interested in reading the rest of the series as I’d like to know what happens to this pair as well as some of the other popular and not so popular kids in this story. I do think this laid some decent ground work for the series but felt that there were some things that could have been either explained better or omitted altogether.
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The Night Hawke by Gwen McNamee is the second generation Hawke Family Prequel. Though it’s a prequel, reading the first series isn’t truly necessary. This is a very short, very spicy story that starts off with Isaac celebrating. There’s not really any background as Isaac and his redheaded weekend companion do other things besides talking. So many other things! The pair agree to one night but it turns into the weekend. She was perfect, everything he wants. By the time he realizes he needs and wants more time with her she’s gone. The chemistry was palpable and I was shocked at how this hooked me in. I cannot wait to read this series. If it’s anything like the first generation, it’s going to be amazing.
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The Hawke Family complete collection by Gwyn McNamee is a six book series all wrapped into one. I was really excited to read this series as I had heard such good things and it did not disappoint. Overall, I am completely blown away at how great these books are. There are so many surprises and so much action and the perfect amount of spicy moments. I cannot wait to read more from this author. Savage Collision – Being book one in this series was truly an awesome book. The story follows Savage and Danika and their crazy whirlwind romance. The pair do not get off on the right foot but neither can deny the underlying attraction between them. Savage Hawke is the owner of several bars, restaurants and also, a gentleman’s club. Danika finds out her baby sister is now working there and comes to give him you know what for employing her sweet little sis. Each of them have their own secrets and it’s possible the will wreck what they’ve both come to work for. I really liked Savage, Dani made me angry a few times but overall this was a solid start to the series! Tortured Skye – Book two follows Skye and Gabe. I have to admit, I was so extremely happy to see Gabe and get the know the hardened man. The bonus member of the Hawke family thanks to his best friend, Savage, Gabe has been crushing on Skye for quite some time. But because of her being his best friends sister, he has stayed away from her. He’s not trying to risk the only family that’s ever cared for him. Throughout the years, Gabe has been someone Skye can lean on. Someone who’s given her advice and understood her. But after sharing a steamy moment, she cannot get him out of her head. Each of them have been through more pain and suffering than one should have to go through and have been handling it in their own way. Will they be the thing that the other needs most? Stone Sober – Book three in this series follows Stone and Nora. We first meet Nora in book one as she is Danika’s sister. Which means she works for Stones brother as a dancer in the club. Nora is just trying to figure out what she truly wants in life. After leaving medical school, she found a job at the club and though she is a spicy dancer, she is one of the most innocent people ever. Stone on the other hand is pretty much the bad boy that you’ve been warned about. Though incredibly handsome, this lawyer is mixed up in some stuff. Phew the amount of action and suspense in this book was crazy. It was so steamy that I was reading it so fast. This book was definitely one that caught me off guard with the emotions I felt. Building Storm – Book four follows the relationship between Storm and Landon. Storm is broken, she has lost everything and has to navigate her life with her daughter. If it weren’t for her family she would have nothing. Landon has dealt with his own troubles. He isn’t quite sure what healing he needs to do but with Storm, it just happens. This book is full of so much pain and so many tears, it just breaks your heart. But it’s also full of so much strength, love and growth. It is incredibly how two people can heal one another and find the inner peace that they each need. Tainted Saint – Saint and Caroline are coming in to play in book five. This is a fast read but still a great read. As the bouncer for the Hawkeye club, Saint comes off as one scary dude. He just wants to protect Caroline when she starts some sort of dangerous investigation. This novella was a great addition to the Hawke family. The pair were incredibly hot together. They had some amazing spicy moments. My only complaint is that I wish it were longer. Steele Resolve – Byron and Luca’s story brings the Hawke family series to an end. Another novella in the series, it brings so many of the other stories together. The passion between the two of them was so beautiful. The only problem is that they are supposed to be enemies. Luca’s family has tried to destroy the Hawkes but the two of them cannot stay apart. What a great wrap to the series.
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Taming Beckett is book one in G.K. Brady’s series The Playmakers. Beckett is a pro hockey player with quite the reputation. He’s losing everything due to a drug scandal and it’s kind of humbling him. Finally. Paige is a real estate agent who is going through a divorce and could really use a big paycheck to get her life back together. Though I admit I really liked Paige’s character, I wasn’t a super fan of Beckett. He needs a reality check which he eventually realizes but I wasn’t interested in the reasoning of his troubles. The story itself was a slow burn and though it did finally “get there,” it just felt like it took forever. The pair did have quite the chemistry and their friendship was rather solid throughout. I will be interested to see how the rest of the series plays out overall.
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If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi was the cutest story! I read it to my two year old and while she may not have understood it, she engaged with the pictures and said words after me. I loved the message and how the wand was passed to each adult. It was a sweet story about what we as parents or caretakers want for our babies. The fact that each picture was so diverse and shows how connected we are as parents and how our babies are our magic. This will be a beautiful story to read again and again to my kids!
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I Love You Today is book two in Julie Navickas’ Trading Heartbeats trilogy. I was looking forward to reading this because I loved Austin and really felt for him. I recommend reading book one first (even if it may cause some annoyance at how he’s treated.) After getting his heart broken, Austin decides he needs to get as far away as possible for a while. Though it was hard, Austin found a way to get over Mavis, well he hopes he did. Casey is unsure of Austin’s true feelings and if he really is over her best friend. I honestly loved this story better than the first. This was so emotional and the characters we very well written. I really felt Austin deserved this kind of love because Mavis used him for his kindness and it painted her in a very weird light. I am looking forward to book three and seeing how the end of the series is wrapped up!
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Kiss Away Your Pain by Debbie Cromack is book two in her Wounded hearts series. Enzo is the whole package. He’s a model, a singer, a baker, a candlestick maker – just kidding, but he really is everything a girl could want. Candi is full of life, a firecracker, fun and yet incredibly guarded. After setting up her best friend with the man of her dreams, Candi isn’t convinced she should let go of the past and get her own happily ever after. After all, she’s already had hers. Enzo has to work hard to break down her walls and boy was this so worth it. The characters had such a connection, I loved it so much. I can’t wait to read more from Debbie!
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Someone exactly like me by Debbie Cromack was so good. Honestly, I loved this book. It was the perfect amount of awkward and felt so incredibly real. My only complaint is that it took them forever for spicy things to happen! I was rooting for them forever it felt like and finally it happened. I truly enjoyed Destiny and how relatable she felt. It felt as if I was reading a story about myself – you know if I got to meet a celebrity crush and fall in love with them. HA. I love that she’s a romance author. While I’m sure this isn’t how all authors write their books, it was so interesting to be in her head as she wrote her book and came up with ideas. Nicco was described as a playboy which is what many people think of famous people. However, getting to know him, he’s a genuine guy. I am looking forward to getting updates on the couple in the next book!
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The Protector by Nicole Flockton is book four in the Freemasons series. Throughout all three of the other books, we’ve gotten a glimpse of what happened to Renee. In this story, we get to see how she takes back her life. Declan has always stayed away although Renee has always been in his mind. But now he will do whatever it takes to keep her safe, to protect her, to love her. This book was definitely a little hard to read, just in the sense of topics. I do think it was handled well and written well. The story between Renee and Declan was much more relaxed due to the nature of what she went through. Renee believes she’s not loveable after the horrible things that happened and Declan doesn’t want to push her but also has a hard time. I really loved this whole series and seeing each of the men get their girl.
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The Warrior by Nicole Flockton is book three in the Freemasons series. Former military man, Jude has had a rough time accepting his sisters kidnapping. He is ready and willing to do anything to save her. What he doesn’t expect is to begin falling for someone. Sienna is so used to blending in that when she begins to stand out to one man, she almost blows her cover. I loved this story so much. The attraction between the characters was so well written. The book itself had so many twists and turns that I truly couldn’t predict how it would go. The perfect mixture of danger and steam. I’d probably have to pick them as my favorite couple, although I’m a sucker for a military story. Looking forward to book four and our last man standing!
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The Hunter by Nicole Flockton is book two in the Freemasons series. This story was much darker than the first. Dominic has such a sense of mystery and domineering nature about him. And Gemma both intrigues and frustrates him. Gemma is a reporter and is trying to dig up information on Dominic’s Freemason Lodge. Though she doesn’t actually have any information on them. Dominic convinces (but not really) his friends that he’s only getting close to Gemma to find out what she’s up to. Little did he realize he’d start to fall for her. I loved these two together. The perfect mix of not supposed to be together and trying to be. This book had a lot more depth than book one and honestly I loved it! Finding out more of the story of the Lodges secret and getting a better feel of the guys in the Fab Four. Very excited to read book 3!
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The Victor by Nicole Flockton is book one in the Freemasons series. Getting a divorce is the only thing on Ava’s mind. Cole doesn’t love her, he’s never said it. This was a shotgun wedding and she’s all wrong for him. Cole is blindsided by the sight of his wife and her demand for a divorce. He doesn’t want it, he loves her. They had a rough patch and neither handled it together with the other. They both dealt in silence which put a huge gap between them. But now, Cole has the opportunity to have her help him with a gala for the Freemasons he’s a part of. It’s an easy way for him to slip her back into his life. But will it work? I liked their chemistry. They really seemed to want to be together but needed to get over their hurdle. I’n interested in this mysterious mission the Lodge is a part of and hope to find out more in the next story.
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True Colors by K. R. Raye is the final installment in The Colors Trilogy. I truly had so many moments of “oh my gosh” in this book that I lost count. I mean, I had JUST started the book and I was already sad! And then there was an attack that left me with my mouth open just staring at the book. So much happened in this book between all the lives lost and the new ones coming. All of the crazy twists that these friends have experienced. I am so happy they each got their happily ever after. This was a fantastic series and I’m sad it’s over.
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The Colors of Love by K. R. Raye is book two in The Colors Trilogy. Wow this one was full of sooooo many surprises, secrets and crazy happenings! And just when I thought the book was almost over, I’m only 44% of the way done?! Hello what more can happen!? Melody’s rant toward Imani was perfection. I loved every word. Between all of the friends getting their own chapter it seemed, there was so much development. It sometimes became hard to keep up but because it all ties together it does come back around. I am so rooting for Lance. He is turning into a better guy although he does still have his moments. The love this trio of friends has for one another is so obvious and I am here for it.
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The Colors of Friendship by K. R. Raye is book one in The Colors Trilogy. I took a chance on this book and overall I did enjoy it. Some of this was hard to read and not necessarily because of content. There seemed to be too many parts of the story. Too many different peoples voices to read about. I wasn’t sure whose story this was supposed to be or the trio as a whole. I did like that you seemed to get the full picture if what was happening but just felt like too many voices. I really liked Imani, she was the perfect best friend. Though their friendships seemed a little weird for only knowing one another a short time, I think back to my own freshman year of college and absolutely bonded with a “random” guy on the first day and we are still friends to this day. So the story felt realistic. And shoot I wasn’t expecting that ending! What a cliffhanger! I cannot wait to read book two!
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Grave Digger Academy II by C. A. King is book two in the Grave Digger Academy series. It is time for Makayla to join her class for her second year. With all the happenings of last year, and the professor still out there, Makayla needs to be on her best behavior. The headmistress has agreed to allow her to speak to her friends under the guise that she and they participate in the inter-academy games. This forces them to learn to work together and put all their differences aside. Although they feel as thought that’s haven’t truly learned magic, that focus on their individual strengths and learn more about themselves. Unfortunately, something or someone stands in their way and the bad things tend to follow Makayla. Will her helpers be able to actually help? Will her friends bother to rescue her? All questions answered thankfully! I have to say I’m quite enjoying the fast paced storytelling. It’s fun and easy to read and makes for a quick dive into the paranormal.
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Grave Digger Academy by C. A. King is book one in the Grave Digger Academy series. Though I’m not much into paranormal books, this was the perfect intro book for anyone. It was light and fun to read, quick and easy to follow. Makayla is going into her first year at a paranormal school. There is a lot of pressure since she is the seventh child and only girl. Makayla however ends up at the lowest of the low schools and it surprises everyone. Although it was not a choice of hers, it seems the school chose her, leading into a family secret that not even her father knew about. Gravediggers dig the graves, but grave diggers keep the bodies there. I’ll be interested to see how Makayla uses her abilities moving forward. The story is full of surprises, twists and interesting character development. I really enjoyed it from the beginning and look forward to the rest of the series!
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Jake by Toni Denise is book 1 in the Billionaire Blind Dates series. This was definitely a good book. I actually really loved the concept of the blind date where you don’t even get to see your date prior. I think that would be fascinating! Jake agrees to go on a date that each of his best friends choose. Will one of them be his dream girl? Or just another one after his money? Lauren hates rich guys and doesn’t like how they flaunt their status. But she agrees to go on a date that her friend chooses. The chemistry is obvious but Lauren is trying to take it super slow. After a while they figure out who the other is accidentally, is it going to be too much? Truly loved this book and the concept, can’t wait to read about the other boys! I hope his one particular friend gets what’s coming to him!
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The Aloha Series books 1-3 by Jill Brashear were perfectly written, fun, witty and dangerous. I loved the insight on the characters from the other book but not too much that it took away from their individual stories. I was so happy to have read all three books in one. It was really great not having to wait for each book. The author really makes you wish you were a local from Hawaii.
Try Easy. Oh man I loved Keoni and Lou’s story. What person wouldn’t want to be swept away in Hawaii? Lou has her life planned out but when she and her best friend take a vacation to the incredible islands of Hawaii, everything changes. Keoni is much like a celebrity in Hawaii. A talented surfer and amazing person, he doesn’t dislike anything except tourists. But almost two weeks with Lou isn’t enough. The pair are drawn to one another and have to figure out if they want to make it work. I was obsessed!
Try Right. This was such a cute story. Declan has an image, a reputation and does what it takes to protect that because he just wants to surf. Pearl just wants to fulfill her mother’s legacy and dream. I didn’t think I’d do desperately want to take up surfing because of a book but I’d definitely try it now. Pearl and Declan just fit together and I’d really love to see more of their relationship and how her career pans out.
Try Me. I didn’t read up on who this was going to be about before I started and I was very surprised at who the author chose for this book. Claudia has history with the islands, but she hasn’t been back since. She had a fling the summer she came and now wants it back. That is until she meets Henry. Henry is used to danger but it seems women are a different danger for him, especially Claudia. I really enjoyed their romance story. They were sweet, funny and it felt right.
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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas I can’t say for sure how I really felt about this book but not in a bad way. It was great, I loved the concept. I can’t even fathom being in love with a twin let alone having a relationship with both! I had a hard time putting this down. Finished it quickly because I needed to know what happened. This definitely felt very realistic, or what I would envision reconnecting with someone you love(d) that deeply. Mavis left Josh ten years ago. She had a secret and didn’t want to ruin his dream but ended up ruining him anyway. It really bothered me that she left everyone like that. I do get it though. I think what bothered me was the fact that after she is reunited things seemed to move almost too fast. But I wouldn’t know how I’d feel if it were me. I NEED Austin’s book though. I truly feel like he deserves so much happiness. It’s tough being the loser in the triangle.
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So good, soooo good! Oh man where do you even start with this book?! Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck was absolutely an amazing book. This is the first book that I have read by this author and for sure will not be my last. Katrina has finally left her loveless marriage and found herself on the way to single motherhood. She stumbles randomly into TJ and she realizes, it’s him. It’s always been him. Who is him? Well now that you’ll just have to find out for yourself. I absolutely LOVED TJ’s character. He was sweet, dotting, and wore his heart on his sleeve. He embraced Katrina and Toby (her son) without the blink of an eye. I admit I was nervous for the pair and rooting for TJ since he was getting the short end of the stick. But I am so glad they found their way back to each other. There is a lot of detail but I felt it necessary to explain the background of Katrina’s thoughts. It definitely helped. I cannot wait to recommend this book to anyone needing one they can’t put down until it’s over.
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Yes yes all the yes! This story was SO good. I was drawn into it by the description and needed to know more. I finished it so quick because it was just that interesting. Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm is book one in the proposed Too Lost to Love series. I’m honestly obsessed with this book, so I’m looking forward to any others! Addie was there when Wesley forgot who she was because of a bully. After becoming a pop sensation, Wesley can do and have anything he wants. But he can’t remember six months of his life. So imagine his surprise when this girl he’s never met seems so familiar to him that he needs to know more. After years, they are in one another’s lives again. Is this a sick joke, or fate. Honestly, the twists in this story really got me. Something I truly wouldn’t have predicted. You have to read this book, it really was that good.
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