This is a new author to me and I was intrigued by the story line in the synopsis and decided to dive on it. This is a very well written story and I really enjoyed this book.
Thorn Ranch has been passed down from generation to generation and Emma is 5th generation to run Thorn Ranch. During her ride out into unfamiliar territory in her vast land, she must take refuge after losing her horse in a cave. Emma is rescued by “The People”…….. but will “The People” allow her to leave so she may return to her home? Will Emma know and learn from ancient secrets that Thorn Ranch may hold?
This story is interesting….I really enjoyed the characters and story overall. Romance, intrigue, twists….and I love the details that the author provides…..wonderful!!
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Wonderful, feel good contemporary romance just in time for the holiday season! I loved every bit of this story of two contending Paralympic athletes in skiing that are hot both on and off the slopes.
Sienna is definitely the ultra focused Paralympic skier who knows nothing outside of focusing on the Winter Games Gold. Everything around her is controlled by her mother down to every detail. When Conner comes aboard in training with Sienna and her coach for his Paralympic dreams..Sienna starts to question what does she truly want and does she want everything in her life to be controlled. As both Sienna and Conner peel the layers back and get to truly know each other on a deeper level than skiing….love blossoms and some demons are shed and let go….will Sienna and Conner go for gold in both love and skiing?
This story really pulled my heart strings…it made me smile and melted my heart on both characters back stories….this is truly a wonderful contemporary romance that just is filled with love, hope, joy and some Christmas magic….Happy Reading!!!
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I love a good story that can totally engross you with every turn of the page. This is my first book by this author and definitely will not be my last. Even though this is book # 5 in the series, I picked up and definitely did not miss anything from any other of the books in her series. I will be circling back most definitely to start the Jorja Knight Mystery from the beginning for sure.
Jorja Knight is a private investigator whom is looking into the death of a former police officer by the request of his daughter. Although seeming to be “accidental”, the more the story unfolds, there is definitely more to this death than meets they eye. Something that does not sit well….. as the story is more untangled, the more suspicion comes and leads to more death, mystery and twists come. Will Jorja be able to solve this mystery….
This story is fantastic and I cannot wait to dive in to more Jorja Knight mysteries. The plot is truly gripping and I am looking forward to reading more from this author!!
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This is a cute story of Caspian and his grandfather and the discovery of a flying frisbee. This frisbee ended up in a tree and Caspian tries to save the day and get the frisbee…and also discovering a cute kitten also in the tree. This kitten is truly “sneaky” when all Caspian wants to do is rescue this cute feline but there is more to this kitten than meets the eye :).
Very cute story and recommended and the illustrations are great.
This is book #2 in the series and it definitely did not disappoint!! Highly recommended to read the first book before picking up book two as this story really evolves and flows into the second book. This book makes me want to visit Venice…the art and culture itself!!
Nick and Julia O’Connor have been captured! Going home was the goal but Interpol had other plans. Unfortunately Nick is contained and it is up to Julia to save the day…but there is betrayal and Julia just does not know whom to trust at this point…especially since Salvatore believe Nick is aware of where the mysterious book is hidden….
This book is full twists, turns, history, art and action!! This authors attention to detail is just phenomenal and I am looking forward and being hopeful with a 3rd book :).
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What a fun contemporary romance read that I so enjoyed and I already highly recommend this book!
Tenley and Teagan….Teagan and Tenley…..can I saw these too were truly a match and the banter back and forth….oh my goodness. Tenley is a sharpshooter, pod cast for giving advise on “practical” relationships and really does not believe in love. Teagan is classified as the “love guru” and truly believe is love so whole hardheartedly….challenges Tenley to spend just one week at a beautiful Hawaiian resort of Kamana Wanalaya….the catch..its couples week..and Tenley only finds out upon arrival….and then getting with other couples at a dinner table…oh my gosh!! The fun, angst, banter…and that is just getting started.
I loved this story so much. It has fantastic characters and their development over the storyline, the hot sizzle between Teagan and Tenley and just overall fun. This author is new to me and I so excited to see what I can read next from this talented author!!
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I love this series and book 2 definitely did not disappoint!! I recommend reading this series in order as some of the storyline from book 1 is addressed in many ways in book 2.
I love meeting Michelle and Royce…..Michelle is a no holds barred travel blogger that is now taking her life in her hands with no one to dictate how she should live her life…..Royce is owner of his own companies and totally super smart…definitely science smarts…but when it comes to love and relationships he hold them from a distance. When Michelle runs into Royce in Iceland they realize they have mutual friends between them. Michelle and Royce knew each other from long ago….but now their attraction toward each other is totally scotching off the charts!!
When strange things start happening at Royce’s businesses….murder and accidents that are not explained…someone from his past is out to get revenge. When the revenge goes to far and also impacts Michelle…Royce will do everything in his power to keep Michelle safe…
This book had it all!! Hot sizzling moments, murder, intrigue, action and some mind blowing twists I did not see coming. I am totally enjoying this series and I am looking forward to seeing more to come for our WaterFyre Rising family!
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This is a new author to me and when I read the synopsis I decided to dive into this book and I am so glad I did!! Wow…this story, while having 3 different parts to it and then how the story intertwines the characters at the end….fabulous. While the years of when the stories take place are around 1920’s and 1930’s, this is not my normal range to read as far the timelines…..I was so pleasantly pleased and I devoured this book and could not put it down. Turning each page to see what happens to Francie, Rose and Beau.
Francie Roubideaux is a young 17 year old girl living in hardship with her mother and younger brother as her father is in jail. When an opportunity comes along to Francie’s mother to give Francie a life that she deserved by Madam Claire, Francie’s mother does so. Francie befriends a girl named Lula and they are both joining Madam Claire to be proper women….but when tides turn and her Francie’s life is turned upside down….can Francie survive once she ends up at the Mansfield Supper Club?
Rose Donovan has dreams of leaving her small town for big city dream with her best friend, May. When Rico Valentino enters the Fenders Shake Shoppe..he is already has his eyes set on Rose. The more time Rico and Rose spend together, the more Rose falls for Rico leaving her best friend behind. Nothing is what it seems behind closed doors between Rico and Rose once they are married and set to live in Hollywood. Rico has his eyes set on fame for Rose at the Mansfield Supper Club as a singer.
Beau Hartwell is an up and coming lawyer in Atlanta with a beautiful socialite wife at his side. When Beau’s childhood best friend, Poke, sends his sister Annie to Beau in need of help after being accused of a crime he did not commit…will Beau be able to defend Poke especially after the injustice being ensued by both the judge and officers that are only out for blood?
All 3 character stories really tug at me for different reasons. There are some parts not easy to read for sure…murder, intrigue, abuse, injustice, heartbreak for all….but Beau, Rose and Francie all end up together at the Mansfield Supper Club for one reason or another…..
I cannot wait to get my hands and eyes on book 2!! I need to know what happens next…….
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Fantastic book…I loved this story so much and it felt so real, the struggle and trying to move on.
Peggy is a mother of twins, whom are ready to leave and go away to college. Peggy struggles with the reality of becoming an empty-nester and also still mourning her husbands untimely death. When Peggy’s children, Greg and Grace give Peggy a gift of a “boot camp style” gym …… to work on herself … at first Peggy wanted nothing to do with it. Once Peggy joins and meets new friends in Carmen and Roni..this friendship is what Peggy needed. When Peggy meets Henry..she discovers that there can be a new life to discover after losing her husband….just takes some time to realize. Can Peggy truly move on?
This story is truly a must read…the story flowed so easily and the book was hard to put down. I wanted to keep turning the pages on what is going to happen next for Peggy… fantastic fantastic fantastic read!!
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Well written new adult, contemporary love story that had me drawn by the beautiful cover. As I turned each page I loved the story of Enzo and Phoebe….but their story is definitely not easy..and many times a gut punch. How you can be in love so hard with every bit of might you have and turn and walk away that leads to guilt, sadness, tears and never feeling whole.
Phoebe is a photographer whom travels the world……she meets Enzo by chance encounter as they were strangers. Enzo ends up following Phoebe to all her beautiful destinations so she can capture the beauty in her pictures…but family pressure leads Enzo down the road to a different path. That path seals the fate for many years for both Enzo and Phoebe. Will their love survive the true hardship that comes their way?
This story is beautiful and moments are hard, but the story is so raw and real. The author really captures the true essence of a love that was broken and trying to find the way back. The use of famous National Parks and the descriptive beauty is very captivating. This is a great read.
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I LOVED this book so much…..with my whole heart….this book was so much fun, laugh, romance, tears and a bit of wedding and family drama….adding a mix of rom com movies.
Four friends…Tina, Lisa, Ruby and Mindy are thick as thieves and their friendship is so much more than friendship…they are like “Family”. Every month each of the ladies hosts a rom com movie night with all the fixings…movie, pedicures, face masks…….and a impromptu drop in by Aaron, Tina’s fiancee, and tag-a-long Ryan, this is where Ryan meets Lisa for the first time. Lisa and Ryan have instant sparks…but Lisa is more hesitant. Her past leads her to be cautious and self doubting….but Lisa takes the leap with Ryan… but Tina is planning the wedding of her dreams with her fiancee, Aaron, nothing Tina wants more is no issues nor drama nor anyone taking her wedding thunder down during the countdown the upcoming nuptials. Will Lisa be able to let go of the past to move forward with Ryan and will Lisa and Ryan keep on simmer while their friends are heading down the aisle…
This book is truly fantastic. The story line I loved dearly and flowed so easily..this book was hard to put down….and I love all the rom com movies that are in the book because I watched them all too!! If you love a good romantic comedy story….definitely pick up this book….truly fantastic!
I am so looking forward to the next books in this series.
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This is a short story read but boy oh boy……it packed a mind blowing punch. I want more!!
You meet Ivy and her husband, Falcon. They love each other tremendously…but there is doubt in the back of her mind from Ivy. Falcon and Ivy both have their own “spies” so to speak…..and this ends up being a heartbreaking story but also filled with doubt, distrust and jealousy….blended with a curse.
This story was amazing and the story line flowed so easily….and turning to the last page…Ahhh!!!! This was such a great read and I am looking forward to more from this author for sure!
I love this series with all of my heart and soul and this prequel was fabulous!!!! I would highly recommend reading the Mafia Elite Series in order that you get to know each and every character from the 5 families..then this prequel will take you to the “before”. As I was roped in I love that the strong and mighty women are the stars of this book.
This story takes place in the eyes of Sofia, Liliana, Emiliana and Marissa..and winter break from college is coming and the women want to have a good time with a bit of freedom but what I finally get is also what happens that one fateful date to Marissa…..can I say I need more!!
I love how this author ties in her story and includes every character and the full circle of the 5 families…I am definitely not ready to say goodbye to this series….I am hopeful for more!!
This is a fantastic anthology with 7 different stories just in time for the holiday season. Each story is unique and different and I love that is brings me 7 HEA’s as well. Nothing to me warms my heart than Christmas stories full of love, joy and hope….but also some feel good moments, some definite mix ups in communication and wrong assumptions.
I loved each story and quite honestly not one story I favored more than the other, I loved them all. Each individual story had fantastic characters and the stories were well written. Just perfect timing for the upcoming holiday season!
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This is my first book that I read from this author and it was really good. I like that it took me out of my normal comfort zone in my reading and the cover is beautiful.
Magic and folklore….the legend, La Llorona is haunting for sure, sadness surrounds the legend and we meet Mercy whom is trying to be careful about this legend due to her best friend was lost because of La Llorona. Will the legend come for Mercy and never let go?
This story is very unique, surrounded by sadness and a bit of heartbreak for me as well.
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As I have not read the other previous books, I was intrigued by the beautiful cover and decided to read this 3rd book of the series and it is quite good! The writing is descriptive and beautiful. I really loved Dia’s story and trying to not only keep her family safe but also herself after being hunted and the aftermath of her tribe being destroyed. When Dia is eventually captured…she see’s another person as well in captivity…none other than Kano…whom betrayed her long ago……Dia and Kano work together to save each other from danger and also in the mix with Milos as well?
This is a really good read..I love the different type of shifters, love the paranormal aspect and some danger and sizzle. I definitely want to circle back and check out the first two books in the series and looking forward to book 4!
Fantastic Book. This story gave me all the feels……..family, redemption, second chances, romance, family, injustice and healing. This book was very hard to put down and I wanting me to know more with each turn of the page what may happen next.
Robyn and Teddy have been in love forever, but one fateful night tore them apart. Years later, Teddy is back in Langston Falls looking for a second chance on life, healing to move on from his past and also to be with his love, Robyn. I can honestly say I loved Teddy and the fact he gave up his freedom so Robyn would not lose her freedom, the sacrifice…my heart strings!! Will Robyn and Teddy’s love unite and come back with the spark they had long ago?
This story was amazing…..and I am already looking forward to book 2!! So well done!!!
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Wow this author brings another fantastic book!! I love the Satan’s Devils MC books and loved the first two books in the MC Las Vegas…and this book brings me Rose and Petty. At first, I was not a fan at all of Petty….but as I turn each page my mind changed.
Rose has a crazy ex that turns to stalker mode and needs protection and ends up under the protection of the Satan’s Devils and Petty himself. At first, wow, Petty was a jerk!! But as Rose peels back the layers to Petty there is something more….but when a past comes back that Petty has been hiding from will Rose be there for Petty and in turn can Petty continue to protect Rose from her crazed ex?
This book was tense!! Action, drama and sizzle coming together in one emotional roller coaster of a ride story!! I loved this book and I am looking forward to the next!!!
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This is book 2 in this series and picks up after the debut, and I highly recommend reading book 1 to get the story that leads up to this book….as we are seeing the aftermath of a rekindled love between Josh and Mavis but leaves Josh’s brother, Austin, hurt.
How do you pick up the broken pieces after your heart is shattered….knowing you did love someone once upon a time? That is what happens to Austin Templeton. Josh and Mavis get their happily ever after, but where does that leave Austin. When Mavis moves out of her apartment in Chicago to be with Josh, this also leaves Mavis’ roommate and best friend, Casey as well. Austin and Casey get to know each other on another level….and initially strike up a friendship. When the friendship leads to more…..can Austin feel like he is truly over Mavis..as Casey is falling more for Austin?
This story is so good!!! I love Austin and I absolutely adored Casey so much, she is definitely my favorite. This book brought out some past secrets, love and forgiveness. I loved this book so much and cannot wait until book 3!!
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This story……wow!! I love how this author incorporates a new MC Chapter to her writing….and the Devil’s Handmaidens MC is all female, which I loved! This story has part that were definitely not easy to get though …the triggers were tough at times…but this author painted a picture that felt so raw and real.
Maggie aka “Tink” is president of the Devil’s Handmaidens and she and her MC family are all about helping rescue human trafficking victims. When in life this is what Tink does..she feels likes she is missing something and someone to share her life with. When Ellington aka “L” comes into town helping out and being an former SEAL….when Tink meets L the sparks fly off the charts!! What happens when something behind the very dark shadows is lurking around the Devil’s Handmaidens MC ranch that can put Tink and her MC Family in danger, especially when only a small circle of family and friends knows Tink’s past…..
I do not want to post any spoilers as I could go on and on about this book…but believe me this is a true must read. The story is raw and moments are dark for sure. I love the intertwining of the characters in this story especially Zoey “Shadow”. I cannot wait to get my hands on book 2 to see where this series takes me.
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Hands down one of my favorite authors that brings me another 5 star fabulous story. I loved every bit of this MM Paranormal Romance that had vampires, werewolves, magic and sizzle.
What does truly happen when you only have 3 days to find a mate or head straight back to purgatory? Quinnlan finds out as he is chosen by the Gods to find a mate….and Quinnlan find that mate in Garrett. The hardest part is Garrett accepting the mating fate….as Quinnlan protects what is his and to keep Garrett safe as his mate, will Garrett be in the reciprocating end? Definitely read and find out?
This book is phenomenal…the writing, storytelling and the creativity that Naomi has in each of her books including this one, is fantastic. This story flowed so easily and it was so enjoyable. I love every bit of this book and I highly recommend this read.
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This is a nice small take on “Snow White” story but also learning to be fair. Queen Mabel wants to be the fairest Queen and has a mirror to help her along the way if a decision has to be made that may be more difficult. Snow helps Queen Mable when a dilemma comes along between two dwarves, Bossy and Pippa and wants to be fair just like the Queen.
This book is sweet, educational, solving an issue and beautiful illustrations at each turn of the page and an enjoyable story for both young and old.
I loved this book so much. Reading it made me smile and tug at my heartstrings hard. My nieces and I love the story all about Albert the Turkey. Coming into the Thanksgiving Holiday, Albert the Turkey is at a farm where a family comes to purchase their Thanksgiving Turkey. Albert tries so hard to be kind and flaunt his feathers that the family changes their mind. I love that the story you learn what the “pardon” means and what is behind it. As the family navigates a decision…Albert is hoping he can be safe.
This story is just wonderful, the illustrations and spot on and fantastic and the book can be for young and old alike. I always look forward to this author’s books…….just pure joy!!
I was to the synopsis of the book and the beautiful cover…and I can say….Wow…..Fantastic book!!
Love a strong female character, Sin is human and has a gift…freelancing her work and stopping a art thief…but this thief ….not what it seems. When Sin kicks back one night she meets Radzik “Rad”… and wow the flames and connection totally off the charts! Rad…come to find out is a Fire Demon…and wow..finds out what Sin does and that she was responsible for stopping the art thief…and is in need of help. Will Rad and Sin stop goods coming into a hidden world…definitely read and find out!!
Off the charts action, word building, magic, danger, love the realms and the hot sizzle between Rad and Sin!! This author is new to me and I can say I cannot wait until Book 2 and would love to explore more from what this author has to offer!! I felt while I was reading I was taken to a different world….So Well Done!!!
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This book was a nice, pleasant surprise and out of my normal comfort zone in my reading, but I was totally intrigued by the cover so I decided to dive right in.
This military sci-fi we get to know Rande “Vandal” VanDelle and he is part of the Chevaliers and works on the MBUs or large tanks. When Vandal decides to take an MBU out and about on patrol….he comes under attack. Battling back and trying to stay alive Vandal has choices to be made…….will Vandal join the continuing fight?
Choices, action, danger and intrigue all wrapped up in this really good story!
Can I add I love the fact the author added a glossary of terms that helped me as well with some of the terminology and that is a plus for me.
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I love poetry and this collection of poems was truly fantastic. Each poem gave me something to think about as each poem was different, raw emotion and so much thought. I felt I was painted a picture of love, soul, inspiration and heart felt meaning.
A few of my favorites were “Parenting”, “Collective Creativity”, “Hate vs Love” and “Recipe for Life”.
If you enjoy wonderful poetry that really grabs you I would highly recommend this collection. This is one of my favorite and enjoyable poetry books I have ever read.
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I love Lucas the Spy Cat! What a wonderful, fun story about Lucas the cat and what would seem his nighttime adventures. Curious on what those adventures entail, Lucas’ owners put a camera on his collar to see what Lucas is up to at night.
What adventure awaits and this story is for all ages and totally enjoyable and engaging. The great nieces and I love Lucas and at the turn on each page what comes next. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful and detailed. I also loved seeing the “Real” Lucas by the Author and what this story is based upon. How Sweet.
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This was a great book and the educational message behind it as well. Mother Warbler is keeping her nest of 6 little eggs nice and warm when a cuckoo bird barges into Mother Warbler’s nest and lays one egg of her own and then up and leaves. Mother Warbler takes care of all the eggs in her nest including the cuckoo’s egg and never waivers. When a neighboring warbler comes by they are insistant that the cuckoo’s egg is anything but the best thing….and just to be gone with the egg. I love that Mother Warbler never gives up….embraces on being a mother to all eggs in her nest and loves that in the end the cuckoo egg protects the warblers.
I loved this story and can be truly enjoyed by young and old and the lesson it teaches…I also loved the illustrations on each page. What a wonderful story.
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The Protector is book 4 in this series and I very highly recommend reading all the books in order to get to know each character….and this story of Declan and Renee…..my heart….their story took me on a roller coaster of emotion.
Renee is finally home after being rescued as she abducted and taken to far away from Perth. The aftermath of her abduction has Renee on edge and fearful and the one comfort she has is being near Declan, who is her brother, Jude’s, best friend. Renee has so much healing and trauma to overcome, Declan is protective and patient and trying to be there for Renee in her recovery. Will Jude and Renee get the happily ever after they both deserve even when the person who set up the abduction of Renee returns? Definitely read and find out….
This story of Declan and Renee had so much….Danger, intrigue and some truly tender moments that I just loved….I love how the author intertwined each character in the book and this series of The Freemason was truly fabulous…so well done!!!
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The Warrior is the 3rd book in the series of The Freemasons and this book at me at the edge of my seat and having to take deep breaths as Jude finally receives the intel that he needs to rescue his sister that was abducted. Jude has harbored guilt over Renee’s abduction and cannot be happy in his life until he gets her back. When Sienna, former military, and friend volunteers to help with the rescue mission, Jude is hesitant…especially with brewing feelings for Sienna as he does not want to lose her too. The spark between Sienna and Jude is off the charts! Will Sienna, Jude and the team be successful in Renee’s rescue?
This series is fantastic and I highly recommend reading the books in order as the characters are in each of the books and you get to know their stories and how they intertwine. Wonderful, a few dark moments, friends to lovers, action and at the edge of your seat moments!!
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