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Only This Tuesday By Melissa Keir – Review by Laura Furuta

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella
By: Melissa Keir
5 out of 5 stars

The novella Only This Tuesday is a wonderful romance story. It has the amazing characters of Tuesday Benson and Blake Rodgers who I loved reading about. Tuesday is a patient, kind, and caring person. She has come to Copper Mills to escape her past. She operates the food truck Tuesday’s Tacos. She is also one that enjoys giving young people opportunities and that is why she offers a job to a local youth in town. She then finds herself in an unexpected situation. Blake is the mayor of Copper Mills. He loves the small town and does everything he can to make sure that it is a wonderful place to live. He also has ideas that keep the tourist trade growing. When he first meets Tuesday there is an instant attraction that forms. He finds himself thinking of her constantly. Tuesday guards her heart. She, however, can’t stop thinking about Blake. While she normally keeps her heart hidden there seems to be a small crack in the wall she has around it. Will this couple act on their feelings for one another and become more than friends? Will any relationship that they have survive bigotry, gossip, and an ex-girlfriend? Will they find happiness and an HEA? Read this story to find out. This is a wonderfully written book that once I started reading I didn’t want to put down. There are additional characters that you are introduced to who work and own businesses in the town. I enjoyed reading about their part in the story and also how they interact with Tuesday and Blake. This is a book would highly recommend reading.

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found) By J.M. Madden – Review by Laura Furuta

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found, #1)Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Embattled Hearts (Military Romantic Suspense) (Lost and Found Book 1)
By: J.M. Madden
5 out of 5 stars

The story Embattled Hearts (Military Romantic Suspense) (Lost and Found Book 1) by J.M. Madden is an amazing story that I loved reading. It had me hooked from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It has mystery, suspense, and romance. These three things make it a book that kept me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. I loved reading about the characters of John Palmer and Shannon Murphy. John is a man that is adapting to his life after he returns home injured. He believes himself to be a broken man. He has found himself attracted to Shannon the new office manager at the Lost ‘N’ Found Investigative Services. As his attraction to her grows stronger will he overcome his self-doubts and start a relationship with her? Shannon is a woman who is beautiful, strong, and independent. With some of the strange occurrences that have been happening she finds herself looking to John for help. Shannon also feels an attraction towards John if only she can get past his grumpy exterior. John is in protection mode when it comes to Shannon and vows to not let anything happen to her. With the danger escalating will they find out who it is that is targeting Shannon? What does the future hold for John and Shannon? Will they get an HEA? Read this book to find out. I grew to love John and Shannon’s characters with each chapter that I read. The heat between these two is red hot and there are steamy scenes included that will make the temperature in the room rise. This story also has additional characters that are introduced and most are friendly and helpful to John and Shannon. I enjoyed reading about the way they interact. There are also characters that have their own agenda and will do anything to make their plans succeed. Will these plans be foiled? This is a wonderfully written book. Highly recommended reading.

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Little Heaven By Nick Cutter – Review by Laura Furuta

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Little HeavenLittle Heaven by Nick Cutter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Little Heaven: A Novel
By: Nick Cutter
5 out of 5 stars

The story Little Heaven: A Novel by Nick Cutter is a horror/supernatural book. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final chapter. It is a book that had me on the edge of my seat and chills running up and down my spine. The story is one of what happens when Ellen Bellhaven hires three mercenaries to take her to Little Heaven. She wants to check on her nephew as she suspects that he has been taken there against his will. It is a compound where those who live there could be regarded as a religious cult. What happens when they get there will have you turning pages wondering what is going to happen next. What is the truth behind what is going on at Little Heaven? Why does the compound start to feel wrong to those who live there? Are there outside forces at work and if so, what do they want? How will it all end and who will survive? Read this story to find out. The main characters in this novel are not model citizens. Trust between them at times is lacking or non-existent. As the story progresses, I grew to understand and enjoy reading about them. There are also many additional characters that are interesting and intriguing. I enjoyed reading how they fit into the story and their interactions with the main characters. Danger is one thing that is a constant in Little Heaven and escape may not be possible as the routes out are cut off. The story has moments of suspense that had me telling myself to breathe. If you love the horror/supernatural genre this is a book you do not want to miss out on. Highly recommended.

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Gun By Lee Hayton – Review by Laura Furuta

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Gun (Gun Apocalypse Series, #1)Gun by Lee Hayton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gun
By: Lee Hayton
5 out of 5 stars

The story Gun by Lee Hayton is a thrilling book that I loved reading. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a book that had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. It had me quickly turning pages. The day starts out like any other. People get up, go to work, school, wherever they are to be. Then the gunshots ring out and nothing is ever the same. This book tells the story of a group of survivors that find each other and band together. I enjoyed how the story told each person’s actions on the morning it all started and before they all met. Will this band of survivors find a safe place to stay? It is rumored that a neurological virus started the chaos. Is the virus all they have to fear? Read this book to find out. This story does a wonderful job in making you feel the emotions of the characters and how hard some of the choices that they must make really are. My emotions went up and down with theirs and I found myself asking “What would I do if in the same situation?” The book is detailed and I found myself feeling like I was right there with the characters. These survivors begin to realize what they must do to stay alive. Will they be able to make the hard choices they are faced with? There are also additional characters that you read about. It is interesting to read of their part in the story and also when some of them interact with the main characters. Full of suspenseful and chilling moments this is a book that I would recommend reading.

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Plague Pit By Marc Alexander – Review by Laura Furuta

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Plague PitPlague Pit by Marc Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Plague Pit
By: Marc Alexander
5 out of 5 stars

The story Plague Pit by Marc Alexander is a wonderful mystery/suspense book. It is a story that I enjoyed reading. It had me hooked from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had finished the last page. It is a book that gave me chills down my back and has plenty of thrilling moments. It all begins with the collapse of brickwork that should have been left alone. What happens next will bring chaos, terror, and fear. Through it all Charity, a local radio station presenter and Paul, a scientist, try their best to warn the public of the outbreak and find a cure. I enjoyed reading about Charity and Paul. Charity is a woman who is strong and independent. She is one that speaks her mind and doesn’t shy away from making waves. Paul is a man who was has a history with Charity, however, is finding himself agreeing to help her when she asks. He is passionate about his work and will defend what he does. Does the government have the right to keep the whole truth from the public? Will Charity and Paul be able to help find a cure for the plague? How many will die? Read this book to find out. This story had me turning pages and on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. It has some good background information on the plague that ravaged in the past and left so many dead in its wake. Filled with heart-pounding moments this is a wonderfully written story that I would recommend reading.

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Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts 1) By Carole Mortimer – Review by Laura Furuta

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Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts #1)Nathaniel by Carole Mortimer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts 1)
By: Carole Mortimer
5 out of 5 stars

The story Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts 1) by Carole Mortimer is a fantasy/paranormal/romance book. It is a story that I loved reading. It hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had finished the last page. I loved reading about the characters of Chloe Evans and Nathaniel. Chloe is a journalist that has come upon a story about a castle. The locals are tight-lipped about it however she gets some information and she visits the area surrounding the castle to investigate. It is there that she meets Nathaniel. Chloe is a beautiful, strong, and independent woman. She has a determination that is strong once she gets the scent of a story. Chloe doesn’t understand why Nathaniel affects her the way that he does. There is an intense and instant attraction between these two. Nathaniel is equally affected by Chloe. These two can’t stop thinking about each other and their desire for each other is undeniable. Will Chloe discover the mystery behind the castle and of the handsome Nathaniel? Will they act on their attraction to each other? Read this book to find out. This story does have some steamy scenes that make the temperature in the room rise. I grew to love Chloe and Nathaniel’s characters with each chapter that I read. I enjoyed the background information that is given. I also enjoyed reading about the additional characters that are introduced. This is a wonderfully written story. Highly recommended to read.

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The Killmores By Martha Sweeney – Review by Laura Furuta

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The Killmores (Killmore #2)The Killmores by Martha Sweeney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Killmores
By: Martha Sweeney
5 out of 5 stars

The story The Killmores by Martha Sweeney is a thrilling mystery/espionage book. It is a story that hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until the final page. This is a sequel that is a page-turner. In order to fully understand all that goes on, it would be best to read the first book. This story had me constantly on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next and who was going to survive. This book has action and danger with each chapter that you read. Laurie and Aiden are larger than life characters. Laurie is a strong, stubborn woman with a sense of humor. She also is a bit paranoid that there are those watching and following her. Those fears become based in reality when a nightmare unfolds for this couple. Aiden is a man that is trying to help Laurie cope with the demons that haunt her. He is protective of her. He also is one that professes her love for her. As the nightmare that has become their life unfolds will Aiden be able to save Laurie? Will this couple get a happy ending, or will things end in tragedy? Read this book to find out. There are many characters that are brought forward from the first book and also new ones that are introduced. I loved the bantering that goes back and forth between Laurie and Aiden. I have to laugh at how contrary Laurie always is. I believe that she just loves to say the opposite of what Aiden does because she wants to. This story has characters that help this couple and are loyal and those that have their own agenda. Find out who wins in the end. This is a suspenseful story that is amazing to read. Highly recommended.

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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1) By Alex Bailey – Review by Laura Furuta

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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1)Once Upon a Romance by Alex Bailey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1)
By: Alex Bailey
5 out of 5 stars

The story Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1) by Alex Bailey is a book that I absolutely loved reading. The story caught my interest from the moment that I read that it involved a famous theme park. It hooked me in from the very beginning of the book and the “magic” of both the theme park and the holidays took over so I couldn’t put it down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Sophie and her niece Ariel. From the moment that Sophie learns of Ariel’s wish to honor her mother’s memory by going to the one place that her mother loved so much, she knew that she must make that wish come true. Even if it meant reliving past, sometimes painful, memories. She says she will find a way to get through it for Ariel. Ariel is a young girl who although has lost her mother she is loved and supported by family. I found Ariel to be someone who takes notice of details in life and seems to be able to understand things beyond her years. When they run into a kind, friendly, and charming stranger who offers his knowledge about the theme park Sophie feels relief. Could her attitude regarding the vacation to the theme park be changing? Sophie has a boyfriend who is reliable and stable. Her heart belongs to him, doesn’t it? What does the future hold for Sophie? Will she find herself guided by the magic all around her? Will that “magic” help the charming stranger win over Sophie’s heart? Read this book to find out. This is a heartwarming story that I found myself thinking about even after I had finished the book. I love the attention to detail that the author gives. I felt like I was right there with Sophie and Ariel seeing what they did. It is also a book that had my emotions going up and down all throughout. This is a wonderfully written story that I would highly recommend reading.

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Getting the Goods By Elizabeth Perry – Review by Laura Furuta

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Getting the GoodsGetting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Getting the Goods
By: Elizabeth Perry
5 out of 5 stars

The story Getting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry is a new adult/romantic comedy book. This is a story that hooked me in from the first chapter and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a book that had me with a smile on my face more times than not and almost falling off the couch laughing. Not only is the story hilarious it also has two main characters that I loved reading about. She has a plan: find a hot man, get a hotel room, and go from there. What she doesn’t plan on is getting caught as a thief and the situations that happen after. He is a man that doesn’t believe that he will ever be in a relationship. She is a strong, stubborn, and determined woman. While the two of them are attracted to each other when these two are together they annoy each other most of the time. This story includes the main characters bantering back and forth with each other and sarcasm can be found in many of these conversations. Will she finally get what she was seeking from him in the first place? What does the future hold for them? Read this book to find out. There are some steamy scenes in this story that will make the temperature in the room rise. This story also has additional characters that you are introduced to. I enjoyed reading about the part that they played in the story and their interactions with the main characters. If you are looking for a book that will tickle your funny bone this is one I highly recommend reading.

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Distant Memory (Solum Series) By Colleen S. Myers – Review by Laura Furuta

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Distant MemoryDistant Memory by Colleen S. Myers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Distant Memory: She remembered everything (Solum Series Book 3)
By: Colleen S. Myers
5 out of 5 stars

The story Distant Memory: She remembered everything (Solum Series Book 3) by Colleen S. Myers is a fantasy/science fiction book. It is one that I have been looking forward to reading. This is a series that I have enjoyed since the first book. I didn’t want to put this story down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about Elizabeth “Beta” Camden. Beta is a character that you only grow to love with each chapter of each book that you read. She is strong, independent, and stubborn. She is also smart and resourceful. This is a story that I went into having a lot of questions and wondering if all of them would be answered. It is a book that had me turning pages in order to find out what happens next and if everyone is standing in the end. There is action and danger around every corner and I was always wondering who can really be trusted. The story has truths that are revealed and plans put into motion. Most of the additional characters are ones brought forward from the first two books along with some new ones. I enjoyed reading about everyone’s part that they play and their interactions with Beta. This is a wonderfully written story and series. Highly recommended reading.

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Degrees of Control (Prestian Series) By Via Mari – Review by Laura Furuta

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Degrees of Control (Prestian Series, #3)Degrees of Control by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3)
By: Via Mari
5 out of 5 stars

The story Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari is a contemporary romance book. It is a story that hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put down until I had read the final page. I have loved this series since reading the first book. One of the reasons is the amazing characters of Chase Prestian and Katarina Mellers. In this story, Katarina deals with her issues of trust and of information regarding actions that have been taken in which she doesn’t feel right about. After turning down Chase’s marriage proposal she soon finds herself having to pretend that she has accepted in order to draw out the man who has put her and others in danger. You can feel the conflict that Katarina has as she knows that she still loves Chase, however, doesn’t know how to reconcile that with her personal convictions of right and wrong. Chase is always looking out for Katarina and her safety. He is still fiercely protective of her. He is also not willing to give up on the feelings of love that he has for Katarina. Both Chase and Katarina still feel the passion and desire that has always been part of their relationship. Will they be able to navigate the rough waters that they find themselves in and come out together on the other side? Will the one that has put their lives in an upheaval be caught? How much danger are they really in? Read this story to find out. With each story that I read, I only grow to love Chase and Katarina more. They are a couple that I believe are meant for each other. Their steamy romance makes the temperature in the room rise. Don’t miss out on this next part of their story. Highly recommended book and series.

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Cowboy: Claimed Box Set by Various Authors – Review by Laura Furuta

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Cowboy: ClaimedCowboy: Claimed by Melissa Keir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cowboy: Claimed
by Melissa Keir (Author), Cheryl Gorman (Author), Leslie P. Garcia (Author), Becca Turner (Author), Lyssa Layne (Author), D’Ann Lindun (Author)
5 out of 5 stars

The anthology Cowboy: Claimed is a wonderful set of stories that include cowboys and romance. I found myself not able to put them down for long once I started. I just had to know how they ended. They had my emotions going up and down as I read about how the main characters of each story interact with each other. Most find themselves thrown together by circumstance while others reconnect. They find that they have a desire to be with each other and their attraction to each other is undeniable. Will their feelings for each other lead to them getting an HEA? Read these stories to find out. There is heartbreaking moments in the stories as well as heartwarming ones. Sometimes forgiveness is needed to move on and other times just the main characters meeting is enough to start them down their path. I also loved reading about the additional characters that are introduced in each story. I love to read anthologies as I always get to discover new authors. All of these authors have created amazing and wonderful reads that I will not soon forget. I have only recently started reading more in the western genre and I find that it is quickly becoming a favorite of mine. Don’t miss out on this anthology. Highly recommended.

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An Agreement (Summer in New York Book 3) By Lindsay Marie Miller – Review by Laura Furuta

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An Agreement (Summer in New York Book 3)An Agreement by Lindsay Marie Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Agreement (Summer in New York Book 3)
By: Lindsay Marie Miller
5 out of 5 stars

The story An Agreement (Summer in New York Book 3) by Lindsay Marie Miller is a new adult/romance book. It is a story that hooked me in from the beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is part of a series that I have loved since reading the first book. I loved reading about the characters of Bailey and Carter. Bailey is a woman who has her own clothing boutique and also sometimes designs her own clothes. She is talented, hard-working, and successful. She is also looking for Mr. Right. Could Carter be him? Carter believes he is a broken man. Although he thinks about her constantly, he tells himself that he is not good for her. These two enter into an agreement in which Carter will help Bailey understand men. These two are attracted to each other. Bailey does have insecurities and doesn’t believe that someone like Carter would want someone like her. Friends are all these two will ever be, right? There is a chemistry between them. What does the future hold for Bailey and Carter? Will they finally get out of the friend zone and find happiness together? Will they get an HEA? Read this book to find out. Bailey and Carter are two characters that I grew to love with each chapter that I read. They are characters that I could empathize with and also root for. I also enjoyed the additional characters that are in the story. Many of them have been brought forward from other books in the series. Others are new. I enjoyed reading about the parts that they play in the book and their interactions with Bailey and Carter. This story is also one that had my emotions going up and down the entire time that I read it. There are times that are heartbreaking and also times that are heartwarming. A wonderfully written story with amazing characters. Highly recommended book and series.

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Forgetting Ophelia By Julie C. Gardner – Review by Laura Furuta

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Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel (Friendship & Secrets, #2)Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel
By: Julie C. Gardner
5 out of 5 stars

The story Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner is an amazing book that I loved reading. It hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It tells a story about heartbreak and betrayal however it also has parts where there is hope. I loved the character of Lia. She is a woman who has a handsome husband and a teaching job that she excels at. She is a beautiful woman who is looking forward to the honeymoon that she and Jake have plans for. Then in one evening, her world is shattered by Jake walking out. This story is a very emotional one and my emotions went up and down all the time. I found Lia to be a character that I could empathize with, what she feels and goes through. While a lot of the pain and raw emotions that she experiences has to do with being left by Jake, she also struggles with other issues. With each chapter that I read, I found myself loving Lia’s character more and more. I wanted her to find happiness. How will Lia find happiness? Is there a chance that she will take Jake back, or will she move on with her life? Read this book to find out. There are many other additional characters that you are introduced to in this story. They range from good friends with Lia, family, and some that she meets along her journey. I enjoyed the interactions and conversations between them and Lia. This is a book that I got so caught up in that I was surprised when I found myself at the end. It is an amazing story with wonderful characters. Highly recommended reading.

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Mad About Matt ( Red Maple Falls #1) By Theresa Paolo – Review by Laura Furuta

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Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls #1)Mad About Matt by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mad About Matt (A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1)
By: Theresa Paolo
5 out of 5 stars

The story Mad About Matt (A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1) by Theresa Paolo is an amazing romance book that I loved reading. It is a story that hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put down until I had read the final page. It is a sweet love story that warmed my heart. I loved reading about the characters of Shay and Matt. Matt is the sheriff in a small town where his family lives and he grew up in. He is a man that still thinks about the one woman who got away and he can’t ever get out of his thoughts, Shay. Shay has moved back from New York and made her dream of opening a bakery come true. She hasn’t told why she left or what brought her back. Matt avoids that bakery and Shay because of the feelings that he had and still has for her, however, he can’t avoid her anymore when a break in happens at her shop. Both Matt and Shay are still attracted to each other and their feelings/emotions for each other have never died. Will they take the second chance that they are being given? The passion between them is undeniable. Will they make sure that nothing or anyone come between them? Will they get a happy ending? Read this book to find out. As I have grown up in a small town, I love that this story takes place in one. I also loved most of the additional characters that are introduced. That they are those closest to Matt and Shay is wonderful and make the story have that feeling of home and family. There are some scenes between Matt and Shay that make the temperature rise. This is an amazing story with wonderful characters. It is the first book in a series and I now find myself wanting to read the other stories. Highly recommended reading.

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Hope’s Decree (The Fated #1) By Angela McPherson – Review by Laura Furuta

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Hope's Decree (The Fated #1)Hope’s Decree by Angela McPherson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hope’s Decree (The Fated Book 1)
By: Angela McPherson
5 out of 5 stars

The story Hope’s Decree (The Fated Book 1) by Angela McPherson is a YA/fantasy/romance book. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. I enjoyed reading about the background information given. It held my interest and I found the book to be wonderfully detailed so that you feel like you are right there with the characters. I loved reading about the characters of Trinity Whitebone and Blain Heros. Trinity is a senior in high school and is looking forward to finishing her final year and what is to come next. She is a girl that can feel the emotions of others in her head which can at times be overwhelming. She also finds herself feeling out of place and awkward when talking to guys. This is all the more evident when she meets Blain. She finds herself attracted to Blain and seems to be pulled towards him. Blain is a guy that when around others their emotions seem to be heightened. He has an effect not only on Trinity but on the other girls at school as well. Trinity is getting mixed signals regarding his interest in her. Revelations and danger start to present themselves. Trinity is a girl that wants to be normal. Finding out she has powers is not what she was expecting. Will she be able to learn how to successfully use these powers? How far will a group of rogue immortals go in order to control her powers? What does the future hold for Trinity and Blain? Who can Trinity trust? Will she survive? Read this book to find out. There are other additional characters that are introduced, and I loved reading about those who are the friends and family of Trinity. There are also those who you wonder about their motives and if they have a hidden agenda. This is a book that kept me spell-bound and turning pages to find out what happens next. It is wonderfully written and a story that I would recommend reading.

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1) By Sacha T.Y. Fortune’ – Review by Laura Furuta

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1)Climbing The Walls by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1)
By: Sacha T.Y. Fortune’
5 out of 5 stars

The story Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1) by Sacha T.Y. Fortune’ is a contemporary fiction book. It is one that I enjoyed reading. I found myself hooked on the story from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put the book down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Kris and Nicole. Kris is a man who works for an ad firm. He is someone who is caring, responsible, and sometimes tends to let a lot of things land on his shoulders. He knows that Nicole is a beautiful woman and sometimes wonders how he came to end up with her. Nicole is a journalist and part-time writer. She wants to become a better mother, however, she is a workaholic. Many times, jumping at the sound of her boss’s voice at a moments notice. The relationship that Kris and Nicole have is one that has raw emotions coming to the forefront. My emotions were going up and down the entire time that I was reading about them. Communication is the way that makes a marriage/relationship a smooth one. Unhealthy cycles of behavior and words left unsaid can cause problems. Kris and Nicole have times when they are bantering back and forth while there are other times when there is silence between them. What does the future hold for Nicole and Kris? Will they find the happiness that sometimes is absent, or will they find themselves “climbing the walls?” Will Nicole keep her marriage from crumbling? Read this book to find out. There are other additional characters that are introduced in this story that I enjoyed reading about their part in the story and their interactions with Nicole and Kris. This is a well-written story that I would recommend reading.

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan) By Pamela DuMond – Review by Laura Furuta

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1)PLAYER by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1)
By: Pamela DuMond
5 out of 5 stars

The story PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMond is a New Adult romance book. It is a story that grabbed my attention from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Dylan McAlister and Evie. Evie is a woman who is a teacher by day and escort by night. The second job is because of her caring for a family member. She is a kind, resourceful, strong, and independent woman. Meeting Dylan brings out a desire and passion within her that she never showed with other clients. You could call Dylan a broken man when Evie meets him. As she gets to know him better, she finds that they have a connection. She is empathic. Can Evie help him heal what is broken? What do the cards hold for Evie and Dylan? Read this book to find out. There is some mystery and suspense in this story. I wondered what was going to happen next. Evie has a stalker and you wonder why they have targeted her and if their identity will be revealed. I loved reading about the bantering back and forth between Dylan and Evie. They have a chemistry together and there are some steamy scenes that are included in this story. There are other additional characters that you are introduced to that are kind and friendly. I enjoyed reading about them. Then there are those that have their own personal agenda. This story had my emotions going up and down the entire time. I grew to love Dylan and Evie with each chapter that I read. This is an amazing story that I would recommend reading. This is the first book in a series and I look forward to reading the next story.

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Healing Danger: A Fortis Security Novel (Fortis Security Series, #1) By Maddie Wade – Review by Laura Furuta

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Healing Danger (Fortis Security #1)Healing Danger by Maddie Wade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Healing Danger: A Fortis Security Novel Book 1 (Fortis Security Series)
By: Maddie Wade
5 out of 5 stars

The story Healing Danger: A Fortis Security Novel Book 1 (Fortis Security Series) by Maddie Wade is a romantic suspense book. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a book with action, mystery, and danger. It is a page-turner that at times had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. I loved reading about the characters of Dane Bennett and Lauren Cassidy. Lauren is a woman who is strong, intelligent, and independent. She also has found herself a current target by someone who is unknown. Who is targeting Lauren? How much danger is she in and who will protect her? Dane is the team leader at Fortis. His job includes protecting others. When Lauren becomes a target, he steps up in order to keep her safe and protected. These two were once very good friends before another man came into her life. Will these two find themselves with a second chance at a relationship? Dane is an alpha male who at times doesn’t communicate well. This causes friction and hurt feelings. Will Dane be able to keep Lauren safe and mend the hurt that he has caused? Both Dane and Lauren find they have a passion between them. There is a chemistry that can’t be denied. Will they find happiness together? Will they get an HEA? Will Dane and the Fortis team find the one who is after Lauren and stop any evil plans that may be in the works? Read this story to find out. I enjoyed reading about the additional characters that are introduced in the book. Both the way that they interacted with each other and also with Dane and Lauren. This is an amazing story with wonderful characters. Highly recommended reading.

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Caught in Make-Believe (The Caught Series) By Sharleen Scott – Review by Laura Furuta

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Caught in Make-Believe (The Caught Series Book 3)Caught in Make-Believe by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Caught in Make-Believe (The Caught Series Book 3)
By: Sharleen Scott
5 out of 5 stars

The story Caught in Make-Believe (The Caught Series Book 3) by Sharleen Scott is a romantic suspense book. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a book with enough mystery and suspense that I was on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. I loved reading about the characters of Jace Colton and Samantha Dylan. Samantha is the manager of the local bakery and a woman who has not been lucky in relationships. The way her last one ended has her contemplating not starting another. Then she meets Jace. Jace is an investigative journalist who five years ago was on the edge of a story that would be big if and when it broke. Tragedy and threats drove him to disappear. He is now back in Angel Beach, Oregon and has found himself attracted to Samantha. She knows that his stay is most likely temporary. He doesn’t want to put her in danger. Both Jace and Samantha’s attraction to each other leads them into a relationship. Their feelings for each other are strong and there is a passion between them. When odd events start happening is it because of Jace’s past and if so, how much danger is this couple in? What does the future hold for both Jace and Samantha? Will they get a chance at an HEA? Read this book to find out. I found myself growing to love both Jace and Samantha with each chapter that I read. They are a couple that is meant to be together and I was always rooting for them. As I grew up in a small town, I loved that this book was set in one. Most of the additional characters know each other, and the community seems to be tight knit. It gives you a warm feeling just like you have come home. I also enjoyed the bantering back and forth that goes on between Jace and Samantha. This is a wonderfully written story with some amazing characters. Highly recommended reading.

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The First Backwards Christmas By Brooke Williams – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas
By: Brooke Williams
5 out of 5 stars

The story The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It is a holiday romance story. It grabbed my attention from the very beginning and I found myself not wanting to put the story down until I had finished the last page. The book does at times move quickly, however, I felt the spirit and joy of Christmas throughout. I loved reading about the characters of Jack Furst ad Joyce Nicholson. I liked that I the story had me feeling what the characters do when they are happy, sad, or worried. There are surprises and parts that will warm your heart. Can the city of South Pole, Alaska be saved from becoming a ghost town? Will Joyce have to leave South Pole because of her job and in the process leave Jack behind as well? What will happen when a town embraces an unusual idea in order to save itself? Read this book to find out. I found myself growing to love Jack and Joyce with every chapter that I read. That they have an attraction and strong feelings for one another is undeniable. When reading you can look forward to getting that warm feel-good feeling and it stayed with me even after I had finished the book. Highly recommended reading.

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Never Let Me Fall (Fatal Dreams) By Abbie Roads – Review by Laura Furuta

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Never Let Me Fall (Fatal Dreams)Never Let Me Fall by Abbie Roads
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Never Let Me Fall (Fatal Dreams Book 3)
By: Abbie Roads
5 out of 5 stars

The story Never Let Me Fall (Fatal Dreams Book 3) by Abbie Roads is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a story that has action, suspense, and mystery all rolled into a book that had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. It is a page-turning novel. I loved reading about the characters of Thomas Brown and Helena Grayse. Thomas is a man that can only see the world in black and white. That is until he meets Helena. Helena is a woman who has suffered at the hands of others. She has strength and she is a survivor. Even so, if she is cornered or feels uncomfortable with a situation she feels the need to run. When they meet Thomas and Helena both have a connection to each other. She becomes the one person that he can’t live without. He is someone who wants to keep her safe. What will happen when they are targeted and threatened by an enemy? Will they survive? Read this book to find out. This is a story that will have your emotions going up and down all the time. I loved that the story is written with such detail that I felt like I was right there with the characters seeing what they were. This story does include some steamy scenes that will make the temperature in the room rise. I grew to love the characters of Thomas and Helena with each chapter that I read, and I was rooting for them to find happiness and a happy ending. This is an amazingly wonderful book that I would highly recommend reading.

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My Tragic Life – Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series) By Necie Navone – Review by Laura Furuta

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My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 2)My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 2)
By: Necie Navone
5 out of 5 stars

The story My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 2) by Necie Navone is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It hooked me in just like the first one and I found myself not wanting to put the book down until I had read the final page. It is the continuing story of the Princess of the Canzano Family. She is a strong girl who has had to grow up all too soon. Her life is controlled by her father, the Capo. What she wears, the friends that she has, and who she will marry. While there is much that is kept from her, she has her ways of finding out the information that she wants or needs to have. There are those in her life that she keeps at arm’s length and then those who she is close to. I enjoyed reading about those that are closest to her and the playful banter and interactions that go on between them. This story does include heartache. It also shows how well the Princess has taken to her training. She is someone who can take control of a situation and give orders that can save lives, take them, or both. The Princess also has her private moments where sometimes her emotions overwhelm her. This, the continuing story of the Princess of the Canzano family is one that has scenes of action and danger. She also has a secret that she keeps even from those she cares for the most. Her life has gone from bearable to tragic in a Family that she wants no part of. I have grown to love her character with each chapter and book that I read, and I can’t wait to read the next story. My emotions were going up and down the entire time that I read this book and I found myself empathizing with the Princess. I don’t believe that I could live in the same situation that she finds herself in. This is a series that I believe should be read in order to fully understand what is going on. Wonderfully written with amazing characters this is a book I would highly recommend reading.

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series) By Chelsi Arnold – Review by Laura Furuta

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series)Courage by Chelsi Arnold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Courage (The Sisterhood Series)
By: Chelsi Arnold
5 out of 5 stars

The story Courage (The Sisterhood Series) by Chelsi Arnold is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It is a story that hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a story about bravery, courage, strength, and honor. It features a group of women who are just like family and would do anything for each other. I loved reading about the character of Greer. She is a woman who is deeply affected by the loss of a team member. She is intelligent, strong, and independent. She is one that looks for all solutions to problems or issues that arise. Greer and her Navy SEAL sister have been sidelined by a suspension. Will their suspension be lifted and these courageous women be able to protect the country and its citizens once more? Read this book to find out. This is a story that had me on the edge of my seat wondering what is going to happen next. It is a page-turner. I also enjoyed that the book has plenty of detail. The way that it is written had me feeling like I was right there with Greer and the others seeing what they did. You will experience action, adventure, and danger in this story. It is wonderfully written and has some amazing characters that you will not soon forget. This is a story that I thought about even after I had finished it. Highly recommended reading.

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series) By Chelsi Arnold – Review by Laura Furuta

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series)Courage by Chelsi Arnold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Courage (The Sisterhood Series)
By: Chelsi Arnold
5 out of 5 stars

The story Courage (The Sisterhood Series) by Chelsi Arnold is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It is a story that hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a story about bravery, courage, strength, and honor. It features a group of women who are just like family and would do anything for each other. I loved reading about the character of Greer. She is a woman who is deeply affected by the loss of a team member. She is intelligent, strong, and independent. She is one that looks for all solutions to problems or issues that arise. Greer and her Navy SEAL sister have been sidelined by a suspension. Will their suspension be lifted and these courageous women be able to protect the country and its citizens once more? Read this book to find out. This is a story that had me on the edge of my seat wondering what is going to happen next. It is a page-turner. I also enjoyed that the book has plenty of detail. The way that it is written had me feeling like I was right there with Greer and the others seeing what they did. You will experience action, adventure, and danger in this story. It is wonderfully written and has some amazing characters that you will not soon forget. This is a story that I thought about even after I had finished it. Highly recommended reading.

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F*cking Frank (Smirk Series) By Jen Luerssen – Review by Laura Furuta

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F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1)F*cking Frank by Jen Luerssen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 out of 5 stars

This wonderful story by Jen Luerssen is a romantic comedy. It is a book that I enjoyed reading. It hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the last page. It had me with a smile on my face and in some cases laughing out loud. Some conversations I read had me falling off the couch laughing and holding my side. The innuendos come at a fast pace in this story. I enjoyed reading about Frank and Mikey. Frank is a musician. He is not shy about that he is grumpy and seems to always fall for the wrong woman. Then he meets Mikey. Mikey is a winemaker. She is smart, strong, and independent. These two have more in common than a lot of couples. It seems more like fate than coincidence that they find each other. These two are attracted to each other and there is a connection between them. Will they keep things between them casual or will emerging feelings lead to something more? What does the future hold for Frank and Mikey? Read this book to find out. I loved the bantering back and forth that goes on between Frank, Mikey, and the other characters that you are introduced to. There is playful bantering, flirting, and even dirty talking. Steamy scenes are included in this book that will have the temperature in the room rising. This is a wonderfully written story that has some amazing and interesting characters. Recommended reading.

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Isabella’s Painting: A Notorious Art Heist Mystery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 1) By Ellen Butler – Review by Laura Furuta

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Isabella's Painting (Karina Cardinal Mystery #1)Isabella’s Painting by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Isabella’s Painting: A Notorious Art Heist Mystery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 1)
By: Ellen Butler
5 out of 5 stars

The story Isabella’s Painting: A Notorious Art Heist Mystery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 1) by Ellen Butler is a book that I loved reading. It hooks you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It is a story that includes suspense and mystery. It had me turning pages in order to find out what was going to happen next in both the plot and to the characters. I loved reading about the character of Karina Cardinal. She is a lawyer who is independent and intelligent. Some would also call her a lobbyist on Capitol Hill, however, she would cringe at such a label. She runs into a mystery when at her boyfriend’s parent’s home for a holiday party. What happens next has Karina’s investigative skills and a bit of paranoia working overtime. Is the painting that she has seen one that was stolen so many years ago? Why does her boyfriend’s father have the stolen masterpiece? Now that she has started an investigation into the painting how much danger is she in? Read this book to find out. There are times when this story had me on the edge of my seat. Trying to put together the clues that Karina uncovers is like trying to put together a puzzle to find the truth. The other character that I enjoyed reading about in this story is Mike Finnegan. He is an old friend of Karina’s and works for the FBI. This is a wonderfully written story with some amazing characters. Highly recommended.

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DANGEROUS GROUND Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) By Alice Rachel – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5)
By: Alice Rachel
5 out of 5 stars

The story DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) by Alice Rachel is a book I truly enjoyed reading. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had finished the last page. I just had to know how everything works out. The book has times when I was turning pages to find out what happens next in the storyline and to the characters. I loved reading about Chase and Tina. Chase is a man that is part of what is called the lower class and with that comes a lot of difficulties in his life. The biggest one is when the Sterilization Law goes into effect. He is concerned for himself, however, more so for his girlfriend Mariana. Chase is a character that I felt empathy for with the situations that he found himself in. The raw emotions that I felt when reading about him had me either angry or with tears in my eyes. He is someone what you would like to put your arms around and comfort. Tina starts out with one point of view on life and as the story progresses she begins to change and see things differently. The world that Chase and Tina live in is one where there is always prejudice and class stereotypes. I found myself angry at the cruel treatment that some received while others had life easy. Tina and Chase interact with other characters in the story and I enjoyed reading about them. The story does discuss and contain issues that may be triggers for some and the story would be recommended for a mature audience. I found this book to be wonderfully written that includes some amazing characters. Highly recommended.

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DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) By Alice Rachel – Review by Laura Furuta

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Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase's StoryDangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5)
By: Alice Rachel
5 out of 5 stars

The story DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) by Alice Rachel is a book I truly enjoyed reading. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had finished the last page. I just had to know how everything works out. The book has times when I was turning pages to find out what happens next in the storyline and to the characters. I loved reading about Chase and Tina. Chase is a man that is part of what is called the lower class and with that comes a lot of difficulties in his life. The biggest one is when the Sterilization Law goes into effect. He is concerned for himself, however, more so for his girlfriend Mariana. Chase is a character that I felt empathy for with the situations that he found himself in. The raw emotions that I felt when reading about him had me either angry or with tears in my eyes. He is someone what you would like to put your arms around and comfort. Tina starts out with one point of view on life and as the story progresses she begins to change and see things differently. The world that Chase and Tina live in is one where there is always prejudice and class stereotypes. I found myself angry at the cruel treatment that some received while others had life easy. Tina and Chase interact with other characters in the story and I enjoyed reading about them. The story does discuss and contain issues that may be triggers for some and the story would be recommended for a mature audience. I found this book to be wonderfully written that includes some amazing characters. Highly recommended.

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It Ends Tonight (Bayou Devils MC) By A.M. Myers – Review by Laura Furuta

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It Ends Tonight (Bayou Devils MC Book 4)It Ends Tonight by A.M. Myers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It Ends Tonight (Bayou Devils MC Book 4)
By: A.M. Myers
5 out of 5 stars

The story It Ends Tonight (Bayou Devils MC Book 4) by A.M. Myers is a romantic suspense book. It is the next story in a series that I have loved since I read the first book. It is a story that hooked me in from the very beginning and that I didn’t want to put down until I had finished the last page. I loved reading about the characters of Lucas Smith and Quinn Dawson. Lucas is in the Bayou Devils MC club. They are like family to him. Lucas also has a brother and sometimes his actions are harder to figure out than the others. Lucas is very caring almost to a fault. He believes that he can protect the bond he and his brother have. Quinn is a woman who is beautiful, strong, and independent. Little does she realize how deep her feelings for him will run. A truck brings these two together and they soon find themselves attracted to each other. They can’t stop thinking of one another and Lucas is determined that he will look out for Quinn. While these two both have a past and secrets they also have never felt the way they do for each other. Little by little Quinn is losing pieces of her heart of Lucas. What will happen to them when and or if an unexpected revelation is made? Will they lose each other or will the love that they feel pull them together? Will they get their chance at an HEA? Read this book to find out. Both Quinn and Lucas are characters that I grew to love more and more with each chapter that I read. You know that they are meant to be together and I had my fingers and toes crossed that their relationship would last. I enjoyed the bantering back and forth between Quinn and Lucas as well as their interactions with the other characters in the story. Some of these characters are brought forward from other books in the series and I enjoyed reading about what they are doing now. This is an amazing story that has wonderful characters and had me at times turning pages. Highly recommended reading.

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