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Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Foxy TailsFoxy Tails by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Huli, a fox, is on the run after being hunted when he crosses the wrong person and runs into the house of a stranger…..and finds out that this stranger is a “Healer”. Huli is saved by the Healer not only once, but twice. Xiao Ying is alone in the world as he tries to find justice due to his family being murdered, and trying to find the answers he needs…but also Huli understands how Xiao feels as he is an orphan himself with no family left. What happens when Huli, Xiao along with Huli’s friend Ling Ling and the wonderful Ye Ying (rescue dog) go out on adventure to seek answers in their journey….

This was a fun, unique story that was enjoyable and full of adventure, danger and magic and Ye Ying had my heart <3. I also love that the author had a cast of characters at the beginning of the book to know whom the characters are and their Chinese name.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I loved this dark paranormal romance that gave me all the feels of magic, murder, greed, pixie dust, twists and turns. This novella is short, easy read that really packs a punch and also the author and her creative mind and story-line is top notch!

René is feeling guilt driven all over the passing of his twin sister, unexpectantly and trying to cope, feeling alone, and would love nothing more to solve his sisters murder. When another body is found in the woods, like his sister, he vows to determine whom is capable of these heinous crimes. When René sees this beautiful fae woman in his dreams, little did René know she becomes a vital part of trying to solve these murders as well. When Belladonna and René team up, all heck breaks loose…with more magic, witches and also the love that Belladonna has for René .

Will Belladonna and René solve the murderous crimes before it is to late?

This is a fun, fantastic ride of a read and I highly recommend this story!

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Teenage War Survival Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) (Teenage War Survival series)Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This book, the words as I read on each page, I couldn’t possibly image what Nadija went through, but hearing her story, I can say Nadija is brave. This story recounts what Nadija went through when war break out and reliving death, bombings, loss, grief and just gut punching moments. Nadija’s story needed to be told and she brought me into her world and what she went through.

This story is so well written and a must read memoir.

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Where Fire Meets Flame (Yours From The Ashes Book 1) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Where Fire Meets Flame (Yours From the Ashes, #1)Where Fire Meets Flame by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I enjoy this author’s books so much and as soon as this came out I had to read it right away and I loved this story Riley and Tristan….sizzle, fire and danger…all that I love about a great story.

Tristan, a local firefighter, is mesmerized when he meets Riley and he cannot seem to get her off of his mind. Tristan makes a vow to protect Riley at all costs no matter what happens when a threat is inimate.

Riley, who works as a PI, meets Tristan as a chance at a local coffee shop. She is intrigued by this firefighter, whom she buys him a coffee as a thank you. When Riley is face with danger in more than once encounter of someone who has their eyes on both Tristan and Riley and poses as a threat.

Can Tristan keep Riley safe when they are both in danger?

If you love a strong female PI with a handsome firefighter story with spark, sizzle, angst and mystery twisty danger….definitely check this book out!! I loved this story!!

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2) by Landra Graf – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2)Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I was excited to read Book 2 in the Space Force series and this book did NOT disappoint!!! This book gave me sci fi adventure, betrayal, loyalty tested, fated mates, angst, danger and hot sizzle between Sera and Markus. I highly recommend reading this series in order beginning with book 1.

Sera is on a mission…her mission is trying to find out what happened to her missing uncle,
Dr. Garsett, whom you meet in book 1. Sera seeks the help from Markus, whom was part of the military and knew Dr. Garsett as well. While seeking information about her missing uncle, the definite attraction to Markus is trying not to cloud her determination to find her uncle.

Markus is determined to help Sera, feeling like he owed her due to knowing Dr. Garsett in a previous life in the military. When lies and betrayal come about with helping Sera, they are both left on Earth deserted. Seeking to find answers and friendships to help with the finding Sera’s uncle, the attraction and scent of Sera…Markus knew he couldnt deny any longer they were meant to be.

Will Sera and Markus be able to find out what happened to Dr. Garsett while trying to fend of people who are out to get them and also being betrayed at the same time?

I am already looking forward to what happens next in this series when book 3 comes out. This series has totally surprised me and I am enjoying the ride!

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2)Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Holy Smokes!!!!! I had to adjust my heart rate after this book for sure! This has everything that I love about this series and more….lies, blackmail, danger, banter, hot sizzling moments and hate to love between Cole and Riley.

This story picks up right after Book 1 and I totally recommend reading this series in order including the prequel, as the characters are in each book and the story really continues and takes off……you will not be disappointed.

Cole and Riley are still at each other….banter and love to hate each other….Cole feel’s like he is onto Riley and her half truths…trying to figure out “why” she is living with the Savage Family when the truth comes out between Cole’s dad and Riley’s mom….but Cole cannot keep away from Riley no matter what….he wants to hate her but he can’t. When they connect in a way that consumes each other, there is no going back. When the past comes back to haunt Riley and her mother, the danger and chaos it creates…its takes every ounce of Riley and Raelyn not to run away like they are used to to keep the Savage family safe…but will the past come back with a vengeance that puts everyone in danger? Is anyone safe?

This story is FANTASTIC! It had me at the edge of my seat…the danger and lies mixed in with the pieces of the storyline that I finally got some answers!!!!!! I am already looking forward to the next book in this series and I am all in!!

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 2) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #2)Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Book 2 of the Star-Crossed Celestials Duet and this definitely did not disappoint. I recommend reading book 1 first to know the beginning of Jace and Cyrus……and I just love them.

Forbidden love…Jace and Cyrus are separated…their future is uncertain. When Jace is accused he is totally exiled from the celestial community….meanwhile Cyrus tries to find Jace but trouble comes to Cyrus and he is left for dead. Jace is out coming for revenge….but will it be to late or will Jace and Cyrus be able to be together……

If you love MM Fantasy Romance with danger and action I highly recommend this series. Truly fantastic story!

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Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #1)Watcher by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I love this interesting take on Romeo and Juliet with this MM Romance….and as I started the pages I love that the author provided a “cast” to get to know whom each character represents. Watchers, demons, messengers and danger….I really loved this story.

War is stirring…watchers and demons vs the messengers but what happens with Jace whom is a watcher and Cyrus who is a messenger….sparks and sizzle but love is forbidden. Will Jace and Cyrus be able to overcome the danger that comes their way and their feelings for each other no waiver?

I highly recommend this book..this is a great fantasy and the story line is top notch. I am looking forward to diving into book 2 to see what happens next!!

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful, engaging and teaching this story is great for the young and old. Who wouldn’t want a flying carpet?

Alex is a young inventor, always evolving to invent something great. When a broken refrigerator magnet becomes something more trying to figure out what she can do with the magnets, whether if the magnets are together or seperate…it can create an imagination to be a possible flying carpet!

What a wonderful story and the illustrations are very engaging and colorful. Another wonderful book by Lois Wickstrom. Highly recommended.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) Audiobook by Liza Snow – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Intriguing story…enjoyable with romance, danger, drama, shibari, angst between Chandler and Cassie with an age gap (which I love)…I am already looking forward to book 2.

After Cassie suffers the unthinkable when losing her parents, she grows up knowing she wants to be a silk aerialist going to a prestigious school to learn from the best. Little did Cassie know she meets
Chandler Moreau and all she wants to do not only learn from him but also be with him.

Chandler is part of the Moreau Academy and highly affluential. With a nagging injury and also going through a divorce…. His focus is all about Cassie and taking her under his wing. This takes a turn when Chandler introduces Cassie to shibari… and the intense sizzle between them is undeniable.

With both Cassie and Chandler having these dark pasts that threaten them at every turn…can they overcome and build any relationship?

Great audiobook, great storyline and narrators to the story… cannot wait to see what happens next.

A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Fun, easy cozy mystery to curl up to and such an enjoyable story. What happens when Naomi Front finally divorces her husband and uproots her daughter to a new home in a small town of Fayette? Nothing like arriving with what is the next step in their journey to hopefully come to a better place but rather be talk of the town moments upon arrival….yes a dead body at their new home’s shed. Who is this person and what happened?

Naomi’s neighbors, Ingrid and Barbara, whom are tea lovers at heart, try and “spill the tea” so to speak and try and piece together the puzzle of what become the newly deceased while also welcoming both Naomi and Ella into their little town. Secrets, money, lies and danger as trying to piece the clues together….will the ladies be able to solve this mystery before the the police while Naomi is battling her ex-husband and his family at the same time.

This is a very fun read…very enjoyable and the story really captured you right from the beginning. Can I say that Ingrid and Barbara (the neighbor ladies) were a total hoot! I am looking forward to getting my hands on book 2 of this series!

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Unexpected Entanglement (The Echo Series Book 3) by C.R. Alam – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Unexpected Entanglement (Book 3 of the Echo Series)Unexpected Entanglement by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is a great read and a great series. Unexpected Entanglement is book 3 in the Echo Series, and I highly recommend reading this series as characters are tied in throughout the book, and I would have to say this while I loved all the books this would be my favorite story. I loved Chris and Rowan.
Spark, sizzle, fake relationship with banter, secrets, suspicion, drama, unexplained “accidents” and healing.

Chris Sullens, planned a vacation spot in Vinalhaven and a bit away from work as a successful hotel owner…but upon coming onto the island, he meets a fiery, Rowan Kelley. Chris’ plans also including to help out Rowan and her brother Kieran with their Inn, especially coming from experience….but this help at first comes with much questions and push-back.

Rowan wants to prove she can run her family owned Inn successfully…she is so determined. Things change unexpectedly with a loss, but it does not deter Rowan to fulfilling her family legacy and keep the Inn going. When Chris Sullens shows up to help, with at first hesitation, she ends up learning so much more. Rowan is determined more than ever to have the best wedding for her friend at the Inn…but when strange things start happening at the Inn…..will Rowan be able to have the wedding that she planned for her cousin be successful while working with Chris as they also navigate their feelings?

This is such a fantastic read, I highly recommend! This story gave me all the feels as I devoured each page and I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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I'll Love You Tomorrow (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, Book #3)I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Can I say I loved this story of Mitch & Lauren so much…I totally devoured this book. This is
Book 3 in The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, and I highly recommend reading this series in order as the story lines tie together and especially in this book its all definitely comes together. While I loved all the books in this trilogy….I have to say this is my favorite story. I can totally relate and have empathy for the characters as both Mitch and Lauren and trying to figure out “how did they get to where they are” at this point…I get it…myself having been there.

Mitch and Lauren have been each others loves since forever…and now married 7 years things are turning rocky. Lauren is all about her career, owning her own restaurant and trying to live up to the Templeton name…and all Mitch wants is more time with Lauren and to start a family. The stress trying to balance home and work…put a massive strain on their marriage. When a chance getaway to Vegas for celebrations both take Mitch and Lauren back to their beginnings…they want to fight for each other……….but when coming home to reality, drama, blurred lines and lack of communication…will Mitch and Lauren be able to withstand their stormy marriage and past hurts?

This trilogy is beautifully wrapped up…and while I am sad and not wanting to let go of the Templeton’s….I am super excited to see what this author has in store for me to read next!!

Well Done 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising Book 3) by Nadia Han – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising, #3)The Innovator by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Hands down one of my favorite series’….The Innovator is book 3 of the WaterFyre Rising and I absolutely LOVED Grayson and Natalie’s story. I highly recommend reading this series from the beginning as the characters and stories intertwine. I can say I loved each book so far and the author does not disappoint with book 3.

Enemies to lovers….Grayson and Natalie are that…while Grayson is all business, focused and determined to succeed in all his projects, Natalie thinks that he is rude and arrogant. When a project puts Grayson and Natalie together to work as a team, it was a bit rocky at first. Both Grayson and Natalie have their own “secrets” and truly darkness overshadows their heart. When Grayson and Natalie finally get to know each other more of their truths….the walls around their hearts start to crumble. Sparks and hot sizzling moments along with intelligent and intellectual conversations, there is more to Grayson and Natalie than meets the eye. They both fall for each other, but when both of their pasts comes back to haunt them, will Grayson be able to protect Natalie when she needs him the most or will he self sabotage and push her away……

Definitely read and find out. This story is FANTASTIC!!!!!! If you love hot romance, drama with a twist of banter and suspense, I would HIGHLY recommend this series!! I am totally anticipating book 4!!

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The Lone Star Child (The Gods’ Scion Book 3) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Lone Star Child (The Gods' Scion Book 3)The Lone Star Child by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is the 3rd book of The Gods’ Scion series and my first book I picked up from this author and the story-line was fascinating and intriguing. I will definitely circle back and read the first two books as I feel like I may have missed some pieces and at the end the book it did provide a guide of zodiacs, races of earth, philosophies, time and planets. I wish this was at the beginning for me as well, but overall I really enjoyed this story.

Space Acolyte, Caro, goes missing and it is up to Milky, Roderick and the other acolytes including Scorpio and Sagittarius to save Caro before Ophiuchus does the unthinkable. Upon Caro’s capture, Ophiuchus tells Caro the reason…and can I tell you it was heartbreaking to me. Will Roderick and the other acolytes and zodiacs save Caro in time? Does this also impact overall healing between families?

This is a very good YA Fantasy that I would recommend especially if you like action, drama and healing.

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Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3)Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is the 3rd book to the Chase Care Series and it did not disappoint!! While this could be read as a standalone, I would still recommend reading this series from the start. If you like drama, action, suspense, emotional roller coaster with twists and turns and romance like I do, I would recommend this read.

Pete Walker and Rowena Anderson knew each other from years past while serving our country in the Air Force but it was left between them some feeling of turmoil. Pete is a physician’s assistant and clinical director of Chase Care while Rowena is an ER Doctor at Guardian Hospital in Montana.

Pete is on a mission to save a mother and child due to a kidnapping but things do not go as planned. When emergency care is needed, Pete ends up at Guardian Hospital….where he runs into Rowena…when lives are at stake and a blizzard hits hard in the Montana area, will Rowena and Pete be able to keep patients alive and possibly the sizzle and chemistry back that was there years ago? Will buried secrets come out to play?

This is such a good read, hard to put down and I am looking forward to the book 4!

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The Challenger (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2)The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5 Stars

I am a lover of sports romance and this is my first sports romance that involved Tennis……and the continuation of The Hustlers Trilogy with book 2 was fabulous. I recommend reading this series in order as characters are folded into the story of Chavez and Flynn in book 2.

Chavez Delgado is a tennis player that has had his share of behavior that is volatile and just unpredictable with his past always haunting him in his head. Meeting a therapist to get through the rough edges of Chavez and his behavior he unexpectedly meeting Flynn…and the smooth talking Chavez comes out. Chavez is a bit relentless when trying to ask Flynn for her phone number…and she is not buying what he is selling…well at first….but when she finally gives him time to talk.. there is another side to Chavez that intrigues her.

Flynn Dryden is a popular motivational speaker/author….but her past haunts her dearly. Flynn puts on a brave face everyday trying to live by her own words that she has in her own books but the heavy walls that she has up at all times, the guilt she feels about her past, Chavez tries to break them down without even knowing the “whys” of her walls.

When Chavez asks Flynn to become his coach, to get him “out of his head” during his tennis matches not only is there some success but the sparks are fully ignited between Chavez and Flynn, With everything going so well .. what happens when lies are piling up and the past comes out to haunt both Chavez and Flynn? Will they be able to right the wrongs and move forward through their rocky past?

This is a fantastic sports romance, with a spicy reversed aged gap, drama and the love of tennis! Highly recommended and I cannot wait until book 3!!!

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Just One Time (Beaumont Creek Book 1) by Samantha Baca – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Just One Time (Beaumont Creek, #1)Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I love a small town romance and this story was fantastic. Mix in romance, friends to lovers, biological clock ticking away and a bit of angst and this is definitely the story of Abby and Nate.

Abby and Nate have been best friends since they were 7 years old. When Abby feels that her biological clock is ticking and time is running short as she turns 40, Nate proposes for her dream to become a mother to come true. The hitch, Abby becoming pregnant the “old fashioned” way. When Abby is all in with Nate, even through their friendship……the sparks are off the roof!!!! Technically both Abby and Nate were thinking “just one time”….but the passion and heat they feel for each other leads to many more times…..but then again lead to feelings that are more than being best friends and never telling each other due to fear.

When lines are crossed, communication not so clear….will Abby and Nate be able to be more than friends….definitely read and find out. You will not be disappointed.

I loved this story of Nate and Abby so much. I am totally looking forward to reading more in this series of books.

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Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Pulling TogetherPulling Together by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

My great nieces, nephew and I love this author’s books and this is one of our favorites. Very good illustrations and I love the overall message of this story and young and old can enjoy and learn.

Lila is curious that her Grammie is knitting something from Lila that is 3 holes and no sleeves..what could it be? When Grammie is done with the poncho for Lila….she immediately tries it one to go outside…and this poncho keeps Lila warm. Will Lila share when her friends get chilly while playing outside too even is one of her friends is a bit abrasive?

Remember “We All Pull Together”…what a wonderful message for not only children to remember but for adults too.

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Fallen Soul (War of Destiny Book 4) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Fallen Soul (War of Destiny # 4)Fallen Soul by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I loved this story!! Fantastic!! This is Book 4 in the War of Destiny Series and while I believe that this book could be read as a standalone, I very highly recommend reading this series in order over all.. you will not be disappointed.

Lane Marlow is a loner, trying to stay safe and has been on the run for a very long time, especially trying to hide from King of the Vampires…Valentino. When Lane meets by chance a female vampire who is totally different than what Lane is used to…does Lane believe he finally found someone that may be in the same corner as Lane? Will Valentino and his fellow council find Lane after being on the run for so long?

This story is great… danger, action, vampires and battle of good and evil. I so recommend this book and series and I am hoping to more to come!!!

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His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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His Forever Muse (Book 2 of The Echo Series)His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow! Fantastic Read. This is Book 2 in the Echo Series and I highly recommend reading this series in order as you meet Brandon Rossi in Book 1. At first, I was not sure how I felt about Brandon from Book 1 then continuing to his story in Book 2..but I can say now that after reading this story…. I love his character so much.

This story is of Brandon and Callie….they knew each other since childhood always together with Callie’s brother, Curtis. Growing up, things get complex…..Callie’s parents are hard on her always expecting the best, Brandon always there to support Callie when she needs him the most. Time separates Callie and Brandon…but many years later they reconnect in Morocco.

Brandon is in a successful band, but also loves being artist and drawing in his heart. Callie works for an Art Gallery strives to work hard to prove she is not weak. Callie has gone down from the ashes of being beaten down verbally, emotionally, mentally and physically by a powerful man to rise up and being a strong, independent woman. Callie shares her story to Brandon……all Brandon wants to do is be there for her. Will Callie’s powerful ex get between Callie and Brandon?

This story is fantastic…romance, danger, family, intrigue and some twists I did not see coming and second chances. I am so looking forward to Book 3 in this series (it cannot come soon enough!).

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) Audiobook by Reggi Dupree – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is a new author to me….reading the snyposis and seeing the intriguing cover I decided to dive right in. This audiobook was fantastic and fun to listen to…full of magic, witches, crime, demons and a some romance.

Gwen heads back to her hometown of Hoodoo, Texas and upon her return…mysterious murders come with. With all fingers point to Gwen, will she be able to prove her innocence?

I love Gwen’s character of being strong, independent and love her being middle aged with all the parts that go with it ♥️.  I did not realize there is a prequel so I will be definitely circling back to listen to the prequel as well and I am already looking forward to book 2. The narrator was absolutely perfect for this story as well.

Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1)Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Savage Lies is Book 1 of the Hidden Valley Elite series and this book…I am totally all in! I highly recommend reading Savage Start which is the prequel and the start of Cole and Riley’s story.

Cole is part of the Elite 4 that pretty much run Hidden Valley… star football player, handsome and can get any girl….but what he cannot get out of his mind is his kiss with a mysterious girl. The girl is Riley. When Riley comes back into town and starts again at a new school, the same school that Cole and his Elite boys go to, Riley tries just to keep her heads down and get through school on a daily basis. Never count Riley out, she is a bit cunning and has no problem standing up for herself. When Riley takes Cole on…..then it is no holds bar….Cole knowing that Riley off limits to everyone else…yet wants her… but also tries to put her through hell and back. Cole believes Riley is up to something….especially mixing in Riley’s mother as well.

Does Cole succeed in freezing out Riley and th entire school or does Riley get the best of Cole in end?

This is a definite enemy to lovers high school bull romance and I love this story so much. The banter, secrets, lies, love to hate, sizzle and wit between Riley and Cole..wow……..I am so looking forward to Book 2 to see what happens next since there is a cliffhanger.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Another enjoyable children’s book and I love learning something new even as an adult that this story of Loretta’s Katydid Did.

Loretta’s grandmother visits Loretta from Florida and bring her a present, a small orange tree. Loretta was so excited to learn about her new orange tree, espeically with the upcoming school science coming up. What was not expected were aphids on the orange tree, and they can be harmful, but Loretta loves insects, while her grandmother suggests to rid of them.

Does Loretta keep her insects to see what comes about to her orange tree?

This story is great for young and old. The only drawback a bit for me is the illustrations, I feel like they could have been a little more clearer detailed.

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Falling for You is book 2 to this series, and I absolutely adored CeCe and Evan’s story at Buckeye Falls. I would recommend also reading book 1 first as characters in the book also are in this story as well and ties in so wonderfully. If you love a sweet romance, small town setting with food, friends, love and a little bit of drama, I would highly recommend this series.

CeCe is all business when it comes working at the diner, she does not have time for relationships and has a rule of no dating coworkers. Evan tries to be patient, sitting back, biding his time as he also work at the diner with CeCe, but he cannot help fall for her the more he works with her. CeCe decides to give Evan a chance, dinners, movies and easy conversation flow between them. When an opportunity comes close to Buckeye Fall for a food competition, CeCe and Evan want to enter, but CeCe is hiding a secret. Will this secret come between CeCe and Evan or will they find love while trying to navigate work, the food competition and Evan’s meddling parents.

This is such a fantastic story. I loved every page….and I was so happy to see there is a book 3 coming!!!

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The Thieves (The Millersville series) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The ThievesThe Thieves by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is the 2nd book to the Millersville Series, and while the books can be read as a standlone I so highly recommend both books so much! This book was fast paced crime thriller from a gem of an author and so happy to discover. This story was gripping, had me at the edge of my seat, heart racing, jaw dropping moments with all kinds of twists and tangles.

Jasmine wants to do right by her father as she has promised to save money to help pay for medical treatments that her father so desperately needs. Believing the plan would work and take money from her employer, who is shady as heck, in turn backfires. When Jasmine and her friend, Phil, are robbed of their own money they stole by other criminals, the pursuit is on to take back money they stole in turn.

Along the way tow drive get involved in mix to help Jasmine and his mother trying to track down Bets and Zerk, whom are the criminals whom stole the money from Jasmine and Philip.

Will Jasmine be able to outsmart Bets and Zerk, take back the money she stole to save her father?

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General)Doctor Frank Enstein by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is one of my favorite authors and I never hesitate to read any of her books. This is part of the
Doctors of Eastport General series by many different author, and I really enjoyed this story of Frank and Barbara.

Frank is a well known cosmetic surgeon who takes an opportunity to be part of the new Burn Unit at Eastport General to make an impact and keep a promise he made many year ago to his mother. At first, Frank is a little distant and keeps to himself as he fights to move on with his past. When a chance encounter on an evening out and he meets Barbara, they did not see eye to eye at first.

Barbara is trying to make money while working at a bar/pub. Meeting Frank and finding out what his job specialty was, all she wanted to do is talk to him about issues she has medically. At first, Frank blows her off but as he has more of an opportunity to talk to her, his feeling change Not only does he want to help Barbara, but would like to get to know her more personally.

Will Frank help Barbara when she needs it the most? Will sparks fly between them?

This story is not very long, totally enjoyable and Frank and his past tug my heartstrings hard and love that Barbara gave Frank a second chance :).

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand)The Empty Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Cute story with our friend Caspian and his adventure of what present he will get on this Unbirthday from his grandfather.

When Caspian opens up his special box from his grandfather for his Unbirthday, he notices that his box is empty. What magic awaits for Caspian with his day and the time. Grandpa teaches Caspian all about time, does this magic help Caspian make a basket during his basketball game?

This is a good story, I love the magic of time…..and the story is enjoyable for any age. As an adult I wish I had a little magic of time :).

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Chicken Little InvestigatesChicken Little Investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I love this author’s books and the story of Chicken Little and their friends was adorable and engaging with wonderful illustrations on each page.

The sky is falling!! Or at least that what Chicken Little feels when an acorn falls and causes a bump on their head. Chicken Little investigates with their friend Henny Penny other items when they fall what does happen. On the adventure and finding items to do their experiments, Chicken Little and Henny Penny also run into other friends to bring them into the investigations as well and the end result of them wanting to go to the King to find out what to call it?

Wonderful story, love the characters and this book can be enjoyed by all ages which is what I love. Just wonderful!

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This is my first book by this author and I loved it and the cover of the book is stunning. I am already anxiously anticipating book 2!! This story has drama, shifters, vampires, wolves and romance and I loved the names of the 2 main characters, Kodiak and Tamaska.

Tamaska is the lead whom has a Blood Opal up for bid and this may make or break on keeping her job. She has every detail planned out for this auction to happen, including the highly recommended security detail, but when plans don’t go accordingly, the Blood Opal disappears.

Kodiak is a shifter and part of the security detail that Tamaska hires to protect the Blood Opal. He stops at nothing to try to make things right when the Blood Opal goes missing on his watch and comes under much scrutiny, especially in the eyes of Tamaska. When Kodiak and his team find out that vampires might be the cause of the disappearance of this opal, it is a race against time to find it.

Tamaska and Kodiak butt heads at the beginning but it turns into this deep connection, all Kodiak wants to do is find this opal and also protect Tamaska. The Vampires are dangers and hold the key to the opal and they also have Tamaska on their menu. Will Kodiak protect Tamaska when she needs it the most? Will Tamaska find out what Kodiak truly is outside of being security detail? Will Kodiak and Tamaska find the Blood Opal so it does not stay in the wrong hands?

This story is great I really enjoyed the spark between Tamaska and Kodiak and both their character growth. I am so looking forward to book 2 to see what happens next!!

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