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Dirty Minds by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Minds (A J.J. Graves Mystery #12)Dirty Minds by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With a sniper on the loose, Jack and JJ are trying desperately to figure out what is going on and why. We start to see more of what is going on with the Ben Carver situation, and now you have to wonder what did Ben get himself into. There are many moments that are very high octane in this book and I must admit that I’m sad to see that the author has taken a break and may not even return to writing. I’m a little frustrated that as of this moment there is no closure on many of the story lines however, I still enjoyed this book as I have the entire series. When you read this series it always feels like visiting old friends or family and you never want it to end.

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Dirty Dozen by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Dozen (A J.J. Graves Mystery #11)Dirty Dozen by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Talk about dramatic and theatrical. We have a suspect who seems to want to be a copycat killer. Things, however, may not be as they seem as each stage of the murder has everybody confused on who the killer is and what his or her endgame is. This one hits close to home and reminds every one that they are always in danger. We are coming to realize there is something serious going on with Ben Carver and I can’t wait to find out what that big secret is.

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Dirty Martini by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Martini (J.J. Graves Mystery, #10)Dirty Martini by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Dirty Martini, we have an unusual case that plays out with 1000’s of people watching and so many suspects. The mystery is surrounded by college students and any one of them who could be a murderer. I enjoyed how this book played out, even though I had figured it out about halfway through. I thought that it gave a new twist to what we usually get with this series. More and more you get to learn about each of the characters that have now joined Jack and JJ. I especially like Lily, Carver, and Carver’s nephew, who makes me laugh.

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Playing Dirty by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Playing Dirty (J.J. Graves Mystery, #9)Playing Dirty by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The aftermath of the dirty tricks that Floyd keeps using against Jack and Jaye are getting more and more extreme. Can Jack still win as sheriff? Can JJ and Jack find their way back together without irreparable damage done to their marriage? This time it seems as if all could be lost and this mystery is surrounded by all kinds of political and family connections, it will be interesting to see where it takes us next.

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Dirty Devil by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Devil (J.J. Graves Mystery #8)Dirty Devil by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Back from the craziness of the mortuary convention, Jack and Jaye are trying to recover. However, there is a new case with a new murder victim, and this one it seems had it coming. The victim in this story was not a great guy, and so the number of people who could have committed the crime seems to be the length of your arm. As the usual team comes together to figure out the puzzle, you will find yourself wondering what’s around the corner and then BAM you are hit with a big secret that has Jaye and Jack on the rocks! Can their relationship survive? Is this the end of our favorite couple?

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A Dirty Job by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

A Dirty Job (J.J. Graves Mystery #7)A Dirty Job by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this eighth book of the series, it seems as if Jaye and Jack might finally have a chance at happiness, and be able to move on to the next step of their life together. However, as is always the case with this twosome, going to a mortuary convention could not just be as simple as going to a convention. First they are trapped in a tropical storm, and then there seems to be murder everywhere that they turn not to mention poor Sheldon has his whole life thrown in upheaval. Watching these two put together all the pieces and yet another mystery will bring you more of what you’ve come to love about them and about this series.

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Dirty Money by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Money (J.J. Graves Mystery #6)Dirty Money by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poor Ben is not in good shape and JJ and Jack are worried. They know this has to be the work of Malachi, but how can they prove it?

Jaye is feeling all the guilt and taking it on her shoulders. Jack is starting to get a little concerned, fed up, and showing signs of anger because of the situation.

This series continues to captivate me and bring me such joy while reading. There is always a case of murder in addition to the story of Jaye’s parents and their crimes. In this instance what’s causing the murders is a nice little hook. Malachi is getting closer and closer to ending this cat and mouse game with his daughter and Jack. However, there’s still another surprise in store for the couple and how it all plays out will have consequences for probably months and years to come.

Even with all of the stress, chaos, and mystery, this couple finds a way to make me laugh and root for them. I love all of the sub characters and how this couple has built a nice little family around themselves. I appreciate that while this book has some romance it is not the main focus of the book and you just get to enjoy a well thought out, well written, story of pure enjoyment.

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Dirty Laundry by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Laundry (J.J. Graves Mystery, #5)Dirty Laundry by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dirty Laundry (A J.J. Graves Mystery Book 6)

I started this series back in 2015 and then life happened and now I’m finally able to get back to reading on a regular basis so couldn’t imagine not returning to the series. Liliana Hart is hands-down, one of my favorite authors, especially when it comes to a crime/mystery book. Not having picked up one of these books in several years I wasn’t sure how much I would remember or how it might feel. This truly felt like sitting down and having coffee with an old friend, I was able to pick up right where I left off and because the author does such a great job of putting past important things in each book it immediately helped me remember things that had happened previously.

These books can easily be read as standalone books, but I highly recommend starting from book one so that you get the full picture. Dirty Laundry begins with the murder of an older woman and watching J. J. and her husband Jack put together all the pieces was exciting. This couple is absolutely hysterical with banter back-and-forth like the following:

“I’m at a loss on how to open it. Unless you wanna blow it up.“

“I’ll have the team come in and cut it out of the wall. Once it’s back at the station, I’ll call the manufacture and send them the warrant. They’ll have an override code we can use. “

“Huh, “I said. “I can see why they pay you the big bucks. That seems a lot simpler than blowing it up. But not near as much fun. “

“We can blow up stuff another time, baby. You do bring a whole new level of excitement to date night though. I always feel like I need to up my life insurance.“

“A little fear is healthy, “I said.

I absolutely love them as a couple and can see my husband and I in them quite a bit through these kinds of interactions.

In this town and on this street, everyone is a suspect. You were drawn in to each of their personalities, but you can also see how each one could have a motive. The author does a wonderful job of pulling at the strings, and just when you think you know who the killer is and what happened she flips the script on you.

I loved the complex ending with who the murderer was, and how it was pieced together. I was also stunned by the ending. I can’t wait for the next book.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Heather Bass

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and wow she has me hooked. I love a good paranormal romance story and this book exceeded all my expectations. This is the first book of the new protector wolf shifter series and let me say I can’t wait to see who she will write about next.

Tamaska loves her job and the people that she meets. She is put in charge of one of the most important jobs of her life and it was stolen. Tamaska hired Kodiak and his crew to watch over the opal for the night. She has no idea who could have taken the opal without being seen. Tamaska is about to learn that Kodiak and the others are keeping a secret but would it be worse if she knew? Will Tamaska find the opal or will it be too late and the world as she knows it will end?

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The Farmer’s Slaughter by Liliana Hart & Scott Silver II – Review by Colleen Noyes

The Farmer's Slaughter (Harley and Davidson #1)The Farmer’s Slaughter by Liliana Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found Liliana Hart by accident about 8 or 9 years ago when I saw the cover to her first JJ Graves book and that book blew me away. I’m a bit behind on the series, but every book I have read has been loved. So, when I was looking for a quick cozy mystery book I came across this one and let me tell thank goodness i did! The setting is perfect, I love that it’s light but has mystery and I love the connection between Agatha and Hank. I would have liked to see a little more build up and suspense in the book like she writes in the JJ Graves series, but I’m hoping that will happy as the series progresses. If you are looking for a light cozy mystery that is a quick read then grab this book!

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Dirty Deeds (J.J. Graves Mystery #4.5) by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes

Dirty Deeds (J.J. Graves Mystery #4.5)Dirty Deeds by Liliana Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dirty Deeds by Liliana Hart is a Novella as part of the J.J. Graves mystery series. Jack Lawson and J.J. (Jaye) Graves have finally taken their wedding vows after solving their last murder.

Now all they want is a quiet honeymoon, relaxing on an island, and making love more times than they can count. “We can put another tally mark on the wall.” JJ said. “I don’t have the energy. Your tally mark idea is going to put me into an early grave. I need some rest and some food, woman. We’re on sex hiatus for at least an hour.” “I didn’t know marriage was going to make you so whiny.”

However, in true JJ form, trouble comes knocking at their door and now there is a dead man. JJ and Jack can’t help themselves when the local officer needs their help solving the murder of a man nearly 100 years old.

Why would anyone murder a man who probably would have died in a few months? What could rock the quietness of this small community where crime rarely happened? As they find themselves smack dab in the middle of the investigation, what they uncover could haunt them for the rest of their lives.

Liliana Hart gives us a great quick read to update us on J.J. and Jack with just enough intrigue to leave us desiring more and tapping our fingers waiting for the next book.
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