Dares & Dice is the fifth novel in the Spicetopia series from Phoebe Alexander. I never feel like I have the right words to describe how much I love Phoebe’s work when I go to sit down to review it. I always feel as if I know the characters that I have read about and that is something I love finding in novels. I want to connect to the characters and love them and find myself cheering for the happily ever after that everyone wants. This one, Dares & Dice is no exception to the rule.
We get to meet Ty and Makenna in this one. Makenna is at Spicetopia for the bachelorette party of her dreams. Mind you Spicetopia is an adult theme amusement park, so there are a lot of opportunities for some wild and crazy fun as you would expect. The steam flows right through the kindle screen as you read these two and I could not get enough. See Ty is not her fiance… will he be the one last fun time situation that Makenna thinks is all she needs? These two are a story that you don’t want to miss. I enjoyed the way they played off each other and I found myself hoping for the poor fiance to be left in the dust long before the book was over. I can only hope we get more Spicetopia novels in the future because this is an amusement park I want to come back to over and over again.
I am all over the Seasons of Magic series from Sarah Biglow. This book and the first as well was fabulous and something I just could not put down until I had soaked up every page of the book. This is the second book like I said and we find Ezri, our main gal, sorta finding her footing now in the world as both a cop and the Savior of the Magical Community. She is getting just a tad confident when girls in her community start to go missing. The case gets awfully close to home as she struggles to find the perp and put an end to things with everyone she holds dear, and herself, safe and alive. I especially enjoyed the pairing of Ezri with FBI Agent Cartwright. These two have a wonderful chemistry that makes the story flow and feel all the more realistic. I can’t say enough good things about this book and really recommend that you start with the first in the series before diving into this one. You won’t be sad that you did! I can’t wait for the next one!!
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The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro is jam packed with so many of my favorite things that I don’t know where to start. Certain historical fiction definitely pulls me in but throw in the heavy hand of Greek Mythology and I am plum in heaven. This book follows Evan as he makes his way in a whole new world of ancient Greece. When I found out his father was Zeus I may have been a tad jealous. Evan is on a mission to find lost relics and help keep the mystical creatures and powers of the world he is in alive and strong. I loved the adventures we followed him on as he would battle through anything with such fervor that you could feel his emotions come off the screen of the kindle as you read I am very much looking forward to seeing what else may be available by Luciana Cavallaro, and to get my hands on the next book in this series!
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I have never had the pleasure until now to read anything penned by JD Spero, and I am so glad that I have. Boy on Hold is a very raw and realistic look into the lives of a boy, Hen Trout and his family’s battle with addiction, mental illness, and shocking murder. This family sees it all and the author does a very good job at keeping things authentic and realistic. Everything comes off as raw and real as you read that you can’t help but feel the same emotions that the characters are struggling with. I loved how this kept you on the edge of your seat and had a slow build throughout the story. It was impossible for me to put this book down until I reached that last page. I not only had to know how things would come to be for the family but even more wanted to keep reading because it was just that good. I felt transported right there and I can’t wait to see what else JD Spero has to get lost in soon! This is one you don’t want to miss!
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I have yet to read a Judy Moore mystery novel that I didn’t love and A Book Signing to Die For: Beach Reads, is no exception to the rule. This book has all the things that I want when I sit down with a good hearty mystery novel. I loved that this was something I could lay out in the sun and soak up and feel as if I was right there in Florida at Beach Reads enjoying my very own novel.
We follow Beck who owns Beach Reads in a quaint Florida town with her grandmother. This is the ideal place to find the perfect read and enjoy a snack or drink with like minded people. Beck is excited to host a book signing for a very famous cozy mystery author. What she doesn’t see coming will change everything for her. Will things get better or will her life take a spiral downwards. I loved this novel and how it weaved the mystery so well that most of the time when I thought I had it figured all out I would still be pleasantly surprised that things did not turn out the way I had anticipated. I can’t wait to see what we will get next from Judy Moore!
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I didn’t know what I was going to get when I downloaded Deleted by Ruth Mitchell, as I have never read anything from her before. All I knew was that the cover and small blurb drew me right in and I had to know what the meat of the story would contain. I am glad that I took the chance because this book was outstanding. I love so much that it is written in a young adult geared direction so I can share this with my daughters if I chose to at some point and know they will also love this novel and get something from it.
This book takes a dive deep into a work where technology is running things. We end up following Lucy, Marco, and Nick as they work through their memories and try to decide what is real and what is not. These three were so much fun to read and really engaged the reader as they traversed through the new world they are reading. I will definitely be on the lookout for more novels from Ruth Mitchell in the very near future.
Grace’s Ghosts by Stephenie Wilson was my first experience reading anything by the author and I was really happy that I found her when I had finished this novel. I read it hoping this would be something I could also share with my twelve year old and was so excited when it read like a cute and sweet young adult read with a wee bit of suspense thrown in to entice the older children crowd. While this is a young adult novel or categorized as a children’s book I really enjoyed reading this as an adult and would love to find out what else is available from the author.
The story follows Grace, a young girl who sees ghosts and is perplexed by the vast amount that her town in particular has. She is determined to find out what is wrong and to help the spirits that she interacts with. I really enjoyed the mysterious and adorable ghost cat that seems to be her sidekick too. I think this is a fun story to share with my kids and look forward to finding her other novels soon!
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I didn’t know what to expect with this novel, Boundaries: Scope of Practice Book 1 by Jessica Aiken-Hall. I have never read her work prior to this but the cover, blurb, and teasers sold me on this book pretty darn fast and I am very happy that I decided to delve in. I was thrown for a loop with this one and didn’t know what to think or feel most of the time as I read it. It was a book that managed to take some seriously heavy material and make it readable and relatable for some. I loved how I was so consumed by these words that I found myself devouring this in one sitting. I know for sure I will be back for more in book two as soon as it is available.
This book is a difficult one to review without ruining, in my opinion. I am comfortable giving the smallest tidbits and that is it. We find the main character Valerie as a social worker consumed by the past traumas of herself and others as she works her way through a difficult murder case. The detective that she is paired with on that one will make her question her own boundaries over and over. Will she find the answers she is looking for? Can she stand in her boundaries with conviction or will she find a way to bend the rules? I know this is one that any crime novel junkie will wanna devour soon so if that is your thing this is a book you have to have! I can’t wait to see what we will get next!
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This was definitely an interesting read for me. I would like to state this book contains some points that are trigger warning worthy moments and delves into topics such as bullying, and abuse. I felt the author did well for the most part with this and kept things realistic and not too much for the most part so that was a good point for me. It still was hard for me to fall in love with the main characters for this reason and a few others.
Bailey and Cooper are step siblings, obviously, but that is not the only odd part about their romance. It was not an easy road for these two and Cooper really spent a lot of time making it hard to find anything to like about him and hard to believe that Bailey would as well except for the mere fact that Cooper is good looking. I wanted to get behind them and root for them but that never really came to be for me as I read. I was a tad confused how this book ended but I would still be interested in seeing what the next book may have in store as well and seeing if the author’s writing has grown too.
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Wow! I did not expect this book to move me as much as it did. It is written with a tone that is geared towards a younger crowd but this book consumed me very much still as an adult middle aged woman. I loved how this book was written with such conviction that you could feel the author’s feelings flowing from the words as you read. I was completely enthralled in this read and found myself staying up way late into the night to find out how this story would come to a close. I am glad that I did, that was not wasted sleep or time at all.
Swallowed by a Secret is the story of a young boy named Rocky. He finds his life turned upside down by tragedy and struggling to fit into a new school and town altogether has made the search for answers about his father’s death even more tenuous. I won’t divulge much more than that about the storyline but I will assure you this is one you will want to read and share with your young tween/teen children as well. I know I am, and I look forward to seeing what may come next or is already available by Risa Nyman soon!
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I had no idea what to expect when I picked up Winter’s Wolf, the first of The Cursed Series from Lou Grimes. This is Lou’s debut novel so was not only new to me but this was a new everything experience. Normally I am not drawn to shapeshifter or werewolf novels easily but this one just grabbed my attention with the teasers and blurb mixed with that gorgeous cover, that I had to know what happened in this book asap!
This book was a quick and fast paced read that never left me on a boring note and had me reading faster and faster to see how the book would culminate. I was so happy that this book included so many genres really that it was not completely consumed by the fact that it was a werewolf story. The characters are strong and fierce and Lou writes them with a conviction that makes them come to life and feel very real. I loved how this ended and look forward to seeing what the next few novels will bring about!
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I must say I am so excited for this series to unfold! Spring’s Calling in the first book in a long line to be expected in the series by Sarah Biglow. I was sure I would love this one when I found out it was all about a modern witch from the blurb, and I was never disappointed. I loved reading every moment of Ezri’s story and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next novel in the series.
Ezri Trenton is our main gal like I mentioned above. She is a direct descendent of the Salem Witches and is well aware of it. She is set to be the one to [protect the prophecy etc. but she is haunted by the death of her mother and the community’s lack of care and justice. She is determined to find the killer herself and in the process finds herself joining the local police force. The newest case that is plaguing her will give her magic and herself some serious grief. I love the drama and mystery that is well woven throughout this read, but the magical feel that you read is almost as if I am enjoying an adult fairy tale. I can’t wait to see what else is in store for this series but I am for sure along for the whole ride!
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Forgotten Chance is the third book in the Forgotten Trilogy by Virginia Wine. I would recommend reading all the books and in order or you may find yourself a touch lost from time to time, and these stories grow from one novel to the next so you won’t want to miss that. I really was looking forward to getting my hands on the conclusion and I had some pretty high hopes for it. I am happy to say the book took those hopes and superseded them making this one of my favorites of the series and written by Virginia Wine so far.
Bryer and Nathan are finally to the culmination of their romance and looking to say I do. They have the planning to get through that is stressful for any couple but a twist is on the horizon in the name of Cash. I am not a fan of this man, he thinks he is the only one available or Bryer and will stop at nothing to make sure their dream wedding isn’t to be. Will Nathan and Bryer come out on top or will Cash ruin her chances of a happily ever after? This book keeps you on the edge of your seat as you read trying to figure out what may come next and hoping so much that there is a happy ending to the beautiful disaster that is playing out on your kindle screen. I can’t wait to see what we get next from Virginia now that this series is complete!
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This is a convenient and jam-packed box set of the first five books in the Satan’s Devils MC series from Manda Mellett. When it comes to MC series Manda Mellett is definitely a go to for me and I find myself needing to own these books to enjoy time and time again not just the one and one reads. I love box sets so much for gifting as well. What a perfect way to spread the love for an author and spoil your friends. I will give a snippet review for each of the following books below but you don’t have to wait to read them. I promise you will wanna have these stories floating around in your consciousness for a long time to come.
Turning Wheels ~
This one gives us the story of Sophie and I really enjoyed her character so much! She is a strong woman looking to be a great friend and help her escape her abusive man and the danger while unknowingly putting herself in danger as well. When the friend’s ex discovers it was Sophie who helped him, he will do whatever it takes to find her and get her to bring her friend back. When she is taken to the US to be kept safe we are then introduced to the Satan’s Devils MC. Personally, a favorite part for me! I loved meeting them and seeing how things are going to be set up for the future novels to come. I can’t wait to see who’s story we will get next and what adventures await. These novels are high speed and keep you on the edge of your seat as you read the whole time so prep yourself, find a good drink and curl up with some smexy MC boys and fabulous characters!
Drummer’s Beat ~
Yeah I am a sucker for the main character of this second novel in Mana Mellet’s Satan’s Devils MC Series, Drummer. I think this has to be one of my favorite MC novels that she has written yet. Drummer is a natural leader and meeting him and the other men he strives to protect and love is a whirlwind trip much like a MC ride in itself. I can’t say enough good things about this novel but I also can’t bring myself to give too much of the fabulous story away either. I can say this, you have to get your hands on this MC’s series. It is a wonderful read you won’t want to put down and I can guarantee you will want to read them all as soon as you get yourself addicted to Drummer!
Slick Running ~
Wow, another fabulous novel from Manda Mellett and her fabulous boys of the Satan’s Devils MC. I adore the way these book grab you from the get go and never let go! Slick Running does the same and when I say it grabs you, it chokes the emotions from the depths of your sould as you read the story behind Slick and the man that he is. I like the underlying story line that seemed to pop back up from book one, Turning Wheels. This is the third in the series so I would recommend starting there first so you don’t get lost here a bit. It was a nice twist and addition to the story that I never saw coming. Another fav from this noble has to be Ella. She really stole my heart and attention and I loved reading and discovering who she was right along with Slick. I found myself gripped to the edge of my seat and hanging on for the ride all the way to the end and I devoured this one fast. It was like I was thirsty for more and more and I couldn’t get myself hydrated enough until I reached the end. Of course the hangover from a great novel is only to be eased by the next one and I look forward so much to seeing what is in store for us in, Targeting Dart.
Targeting Dart ~
This book is one crazy wild ride that will have you hanging on for the end like its the last thing on earth. I have to say this is the fourth book of the Satan’s Devils MC series from Manda Mellett and you are definitely going to want to read these guys in order or you will find yourself lost. This MC is very much a family and constantly moving and growing and the stories flow from book to book in a beautiful way that can only be seen when reading them in order. I could not wait to get my hands on this one and boy was I right it was a doozy!
This book will take you on several journeys within the MC. Dart and Alex, and Heart all pull at the heartstrings and make you feel as if you can personally feel the emotions they have as you read. I will say these books do not shy from difficult topics and scenes so expect that, its an MC series and that makes sense. Manda Mellett has a way of writing them and making you digest them with a certain grace that keeps you whole even when you feel like falling apart for the characters. I can’t wait to see what the next book will bring us!
Heart Broken ~
With a title like Heart Broken one is going to expect an emotional read, and Manda Mellett does not disappoint with the fifth book of her Satan’s Devils MC series. Please read these books in order and get to know the MC in the way the author has written them out and order because you will find yourself lost a touch if you don’t and I can assure you that this a series you don’t want to miss a thing of. Heart Broken gives us so much of Heart, and wow he is a character that will make you ride the roller coaster of emotions for sure. I couldn’t decide if I loved or hated Heart in the last book and this one kept the same pattern for most. I keep finding myself wanting to cheer for him regardless of how he makes me feel though, a knack of Manda Mellett’s. I won’t give much more away but I can promise you he is one of those characters that once you meet him you will want to see his story play out. It does look like there is a bit more to come of him and I can’t say I am disappointed, I have some ideas of where that could go but we will see! For now go grab this one today if you have read the others and dive in head first.
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This is not my first read from Brooke May and will definitely not be my last. I have always loved the way that Brooke May can pull the emotions to the surface of the story and use them in a way to tell it with a little bit of extra love. I have to say this has to be one of my favorites that I have read from her in awhile and I really loved the characters that this story includes all main and supporting make an impact perfectly. I am a huge fan of Jax, the main male lead in this story. He is a sweetheart with a disability that keeps him from feeling like he fits in or can stand as tall or strong as those surrounding him. He most certainly isn’t looking for the kind of emotions that he experiences when Lennox walks into his life. Then there is the added stress of her brother, a twist that will make things interesting. I loved how this book played out and how it even didn’t go as I had anticipated in some places and I just loved it. I can’t wait to see what will come next from the ever talented Brooke May.
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This is the book I never knew I needed to spring me off into the summer with! Eat Me is the debut novel from Amber Dark and the first book of the Mayim Merman Books, hopefully that means that we will get more sexy and steamy mermen to enjoy soon!I could not put this book down! I didn’t know what to expect, and I will be honest I would have thought this not to be my cup of tea. I love mermaids as a thought though so I decided when I saw the delectable cover to give this a go and not only did I eat this up, I DEVOURED it is one fell swoop. This book is hot, hot, hot, and will have you peeking over the edge of your kindle or book hoping to not find people hearing you moan out loud or gasp as the heat is happening on the pages. I won’t give this book away because for me the blurb is enough and any more would ruin it. I loved the characters and the way they mingled so well. It sincerely felt as if I was reading something that had happened and was very real to me. I was invested in Summer and Mayim, as well as all the other supporting and fabulous characters that came along. I would run, not walk, and snag you a copy of this book today. Pair it up with some sun and a sexy drink and you will have the time of your life following Mayim and Summer!
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Not So Far is the third book in the Love Grows Series from Renee Regent. I have really enjoyed the series up until now and was very ready to get my hands on this next installment. I was so blown away with how much this book completely swallowed me whole and didn’t spit me back out until I had finished that last page. I found myself just really wanting more because I couldn’t get enough of these characters. I would not be surprised if I find this book in my hands a few more times to be enjoyed again and again.
Personally I would recommend that you read the books in order before getting to this one, but can see where you could read as a stand alone if you really wanted to. This one we follow mainly Silas and Audrey. Fate has decided to give these two a chance at love again but both of them have already been through this and faced a heartbreak once before. Can Audrey let Silas back in, especially when she just now feels like her life is in balance? Things come to a crazier twist when we find out a Silas has a secret that would jeopardize everything. What he doesn’t know is Audrey has her own. Will these two ever get a chance at happiness together? I highly recommend this series, book, and author, can’t go wrong! I will be anxious to see what we will get next from her!
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This is the second book of the Tangled Magic Series from Denise D. Young, and also my first read by her. I had no issues with not having read the first book yet, but now that I have read and enjoyed the second I may just go back and check out book one.
In this one we find Aiden and Vivienne as the main characters, and they are thrust smack dab in the middle of a mess of things. The land they live in Willow Creek is under a dark curse that threatens the magic of the entirety of magic there. Will these two be able to withstand the trials of what is going on around them and find a spark to keep their love alive in the chaos?
I loved how this book took me away to a far away magical place that felt very real and tangible to me after reading the book. I didn’t even know how quickly I had become engrossed in this novel that I ended up reading well into the early hours of the morning to find out how things would turn out in the end. I am curious to see what will come next and if there is more to this series to come!
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This is the second installment of The Forgotten Trilogy from Virginia Wine. I really enjoyed the first book and highly recommend that you start with book one before diving into this one because the characters continue through this one and the backstory I find is important as well to fully enjoy the novels to their potential. In Forgotten Promise we see Bryer and Nathan feeling confident that they have things working in the right direction for the most part. Of course there is a twist and turn plot theme to these books and eventually things will become once again trying for these two. This obstacle and the fallout may just break them, but will it? I will say we find another cliffhanger that will keep us on the edge of our seats waiting for the next book to be in our hands. I am excited to see how things will work out for these two and to see what drama awaits them in the future.
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Where has Elaine Marie been? I have definitely missed some goodies here as this is my first but definitely not my last read by Elaine Marie. She has a writing style that reminds me of an author I adored as a young teen and I have missed that sort of heart string pulling writing in my life. Sunshine Kisses will make you feel all the feels and give you plenty of moments to smile as well to balance the devastating story line that runs at the center of the novella. Now it is a novella so you will want to give yourself a few hours to dive in and devour this gem uninterrupted. I know that I did and I was so glad to not have had to be torn away one moment from the story of Crystal and Spencer.
Crystal has a life altering and well eventually ending illness that has made her look at life completely differently, as it would obviously do. When the latest news from her doctor is not positive she decides that the upcoming destination wedding of one of her friends is the perfect place to live life with no rules and some abandon. She wants a fling, and only a fling too, but never expected that fling to be with a best friend, Spencer. Can life really go back to normal like nothing ever happened when the wedding comes to an end? This book is a must read for the ones who want to feel the emotion as you read. I recommend you grab a box of tissues before you dive in! I am off to grab the first in this series!
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I can never seem to find the right words to express how much I love Sylvie Stewart’s rom-coms, but once again I will try my best. I loved book one of the Carolina Kisses series and was super excited when I saw the next one was coming. As soon as it hit my kindle I devoured the book faster than the woman with a sad heart and tub of ice cream. This book had me rolling with laughter and falling head over heels for Jill and Milo! I love the push pull of enemies to lovers novels, and it is perfectly done in this one. It is believable enough that I found myself feeling transformed to the place and time watching as the fabulous and swoony first kiss as well as other favorite moments in the novel that I will save for myself so you can experience them without spoiling! This one is a must read and I would grab book one too if you haven’t picked it up yet, you are gonna want more of this fabulous series!
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I have absolutely loved all the inclusions of this Anthology, Hansel & Gretel (Down the Rabbit Hole). Who doesn’t love enjoying the chance to take a piece of their childhood and discover a grown up way to read our favorites. I love this book as it gave me a chance to take a moment and enjoy so many twists to a classic that has always been an all time favorite of mine. I enjoy the fact that each author has such a distinct voice that comes across and makes you feel as if you’re stepping into a whole new world with each novel. This one did include some authors that I didn’t know I was missing in my life. I will now have a whole set of new authors to discover outside the anthology and that is a win win situation for all involved. I loved all of the short reads available but the ones by Lorah Jaiyn, and Jess Bagnall, so those will be the ones I have decided to start devouring their libraries first. I look forward to seeing if this is the beginning of a set of anthologies that will make our old fairytale favorites come to life for us again. Happy reading!
I have really enjoyed all the Stalker Series from Megan Mitcham so far and the latest installment of, How, is not an exception to the rule. I love how Mitcham writes romantic suspense. The flow and the suspense is always so well balanced that I feel as if I am reading a story and viewing the movie right before my eyes. This one has to be one of my favs of the series though as I grew close and invested in the main character even more so and the supporting cast as well. This book will want to demand your full attention from beginning to end so I recommend giving yourself a solid day to devour it the way you will so desire.
In How we get to follow the FBI Special Agent Libby Irish as she struggles to prove her worth as a woman in a field overstocked with men and manly sexiists. She is forced to take time off until an scandalous, well some say so, picture surfaces. During that time things are anything but a vacation and a stalker begins to mess with Libby in some disturbing ways. She suspects her creepy neighbor may be the culprit but ends up not so much and these two will develop more than a strong team to battle the issues at hand. The romance was a nice break up with the suspense. I can’t wait to see what Megan Mitcham has up her sleeves next!
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This is my first read by Victoria Grant and this is also the third book in her Calderone Family Romance Series. I didn’t struggle with not having read the others but I look forward to seeing what the other books are like now that I finished them. These novels revolve around a sexy set of rich brothers in the Caldrone Family. In this novel we get to follow the smexy Charles, a dedicated architect, and what happens when Carolyn has to work together to design a new office building. Things takeoff and a comedy and romantic story that follows. I loved the push and pull between Charles and Carolyn they did seem to come across as meant for each other eventually and their banter keeps things light hearted and fun as you read. I look forward to seeing who we will meet next in the family and getting my hands on those other novels that came before. Always is a bonus when I find a new author that I enjoy as it seems to open a whole new world of reading for my nerdy self to devour. I can’t wait to see what will come next for the family and who we will get to meet. I am also about to go one-click the previous books asap!
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I am so lucky to have found this novel by CA Miconi and JB Havens, both new to me authors that I have got to do some more reading of in the very near future! I loved this novel and how well it flowed and created this little town and characters that I found it very hard to deny myself the love for. I was only going to read a few chapters in the morning before some errands and ended up rescheduling a lot of my day to read this novel in one go because I just couldn’t pull myself away. The hardest part of the book was the ending because I just could never get enough of this. I found solace in the fact this is book one of a series and I am so excited to see what other love stories we get from Green Springs.
Meg has been running hard, long, and fast from the past demons of her life when she stumbles into the town of Green Springs and smack dab into the life of Drew. Both of these people have a delicate and sad past that has made them the people they are today. Drew sees the pain in Meg’s eyes the moment he meets her and he wants so badly to help heal the brokenness she feels. He will need her to ‘be brave’ with him and trust him enough to stay and try. But Meg has a deep and long past and trust and bravery are not her strong suit because of it. Will she be able to be brave and stay? Can these two be the pieces they need to put themselves back together? For that and the beautiful story these two have you will have to trust me and one click this novel today! You won’t be sad you took a trip to Green Springs. I can’t wait to go back!
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Who doesn’t love a box set for some binge reading? Personally, I adore box sets and when authors make them available. I rather be able to read all the books at once and I love the ease that it gives me to gift an amazing series to friends and spread joy. I have read and loved all the Hero High books and love following along as Friday finds her way in this unique world Mina Chara has invented. Below you will find my review for each individual book, but I highly recommend grabbing this box set asap to find out all about Hero High for yourself! Happy reading!
HERO HIGH: DENIAL (BOOK #1) ~
This was my first read for me by Mina Chara. I will say that it was a good book overall and I appreciated the concept by the time I had it finished but it did take me a bit to get into the flow of the story. I think a lot of that was because this is a new series and the first book so we got a bit of set up information that may just have been a bit on the heavy side. Otherwise, this book is a quick read with a lot of surprise action that will keep you guessing until the end.
Friday is our main gal and she is currently in a predicament of learning that she has powers that set her aside from the typical seventeen year old. When her father learns of this he sends her off to a school far away from the family. She finds herself in Hero High and facing the new life her magic has formed for her. This is a short read but I still found myself reading past my bedtime to find out how things would eventually play out for Friday. I look forward to getting my hands on the next Hero High novel, Anger.
HERO HIGH: ANGER (BOOK #2) ~
This is the second book in the Hero High series from Mina Chara and I would highly recommend that you read the first book in the series before you start with this one. This book does pick right up where we left off with book one and the characters continue on through as well as grow as you read. This is a young adult book so written towards that genre and I rather enjoyed it still. This series packs a punch and gives you lots of different story tidbits to please just about any reader. Everything from adventure, action, drama, mystery and suspense is thrown in to keep you on the edge of your seat reading to find out if the characters will make it through whatever task they are plagued with at the time. I look forward to seeing where the story will go next in the next book to come.
HERO HIGH: BARGAINING (BOOK #3) ~
This series has really taken off with this third installment of Bargaining, Hero High book #3. I have read the other books in the series up to this one and I would recommend that you do as well to understand and follow the progression of things with Friday and the supporting characters. In this one we find Friday in a new slew of complications. Her best friend, Jake, and their relationship is falling to pieces, while the rest of the world around her seems to also be falling more and more apart each day. She has made great strides on the show and the producers have placed her in the Gold team but she starts to wonder what it really takes to be a hero and if she is going about things in the right way. I love how things seem realistic even for a dystopian novel, things could be possible and that makes the allure of these reads that much more drawing. I look forward to seeing what we will get next in the latest and newest installment in the series. I will definitely be back to see what will take place.
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This is my first, but certainly not last, read by T. Christensen and I am very much happy I stumbled upon this book. Humiliating Revenge is a deep and a bit dark young adult romance with lots of secrets, revenge, tension, and more. I think that this book has a bit of something for everyone with the amount of topics it covers, but should probably have a bit of a trigger warning for some with abuse. I don’t think the author struggled and it was written with a poetic ease and respect for the subject matter at hand. You can tell this is a topic close to the author’s heart as they write with a noticeable passion.
We find Calum Breen and Olivia in this novel, and watch as they work through some dark and scary past situations to find the light at the end of the tunnel. These two have a history but it is loaded with secrets that need to be known for the full story to be absorbed by everyone. Will the secrets come out and will these two find an ending of happiness? I won’t go into much more detail because this book has several twists and turns that you don’t want to have ruined for you before you find them out yourself! I can’t wait to see what will come next or what else is available from T. Christensen!
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I have yet to come across a India Kells novel that I didn’t absolutely adore and devour and this one, Night Justice, is no exception to the rule. I do enjoy the way that India Kells can weave a deep and emotional, yet gripping story that has a clear and loud plot mixed in with the passion she writes so well. I sincerely love the suspense novels that she does and this one would have to be on the top of that list of favs.
In Night Justice, A Chicago Vigilantes Novel, we get to follow Orla, a determined reporter with a mission. She must find a way to stop the distribution of a new drug that is terrorizing Chicago while also searching for a Vigilante with his own ideas of justice at play in the city. These will develop a team that will be unstoppable if they can get over their feelings and insecurities. Will she be able to do all of this and find love in the process? This book will take you on a crazy ride through Chicago and bend your mind as you try to figure out all pieces of the puzzle and where they fit! I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in this series and any others that India Kells will grace us with soon!
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I have read novels by Tricia Copeland before and loved them but this one has to take the cake and be my top favorite of hers. I love how Copeland gave this classic of a romance read and happily ever after and turned it around to something unique and different that we never knew we were missing. I loved how this book gives us a look at the complicated life that is dating as a young woman. We see the main character Chloe working through several different relationships and the emotions and changes in her that take place. I am not going to give the rundown of the relationships because I think that is where a lot of the character development is involved in this novel. It would just ruin too much of the plot but I can tell you that this book explores all of the issues that you could think of and makes you feel a little less insecure of the history you may have. I laughed and cheered for and with Chloe and I foresee a lot of others finding that within the pages of the novel. I look forward to seeing what we will see next from Tricia Copeland.
I can’t even begin to describe the level of love I have for true crime… bring me a comfy blanket, warm drink and a platform with all the true crime and I am one happy little being. I enjoy the intrigue that the idea of something with a real stake in history withdrawals from the reader or one watching. It elicits empathy and emotions that tend to be something we need to explore as humans much more. I Iove how this novel sweeps you away and you almost forget that you are reading a real actual story that has real lives and real emotions are being laid out with blood sweat and tears, those real emotions and events pulled out of the characters. This book has a lot of moving pieces to show you the way things play out with and accuracy that will leave your heart beating fast. The characters become an integral part of your life and you find yourself pulling for all the justice that is deserved being served up. I look forward to finding more books within the true crime genre and seeing what else is available from A.J. Ullman.
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Dares & Dice by Phoebe Alexander
