I really loved listening to this story….action, suspense and magic all rolled up into a great adventure. This story follows Ian Troy, who is a bounty hunter. Years after a war… he still tries to forget with so much loss…but the enemy is always close behind…
This was a great fantasy story and the narrator was fantastic as well and I felt like I was more in the story then just listening 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just love love love this series and the story of Stefano and Emiliana was dark, twisty, gut wrenching and full of suspense. I recommend reading this series in order from the beginning and you get to really know the mafia families and each character. Stefano and Emiliana’s story is not for the faint of heart. It truly is more dark…..Emiliana’s battle from within after being rescued by Stefano after being kidnapped and the dreams that continue to haunt her. Stefano and biding his time with his very cruel father, who has no problem even punishing his own son if he is out of line, to get more information and hope to take him down. This story really grabs you from page one and does not let go. This book is one roller coaster of emotions and I have been truly vested from the beginning, I cannot get enough of this series.
Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved how book 2 picks up right where book 1 left off. This continuation of Red and Cheryl’s story was truly one wild ride of emotions. When Red and Cher reconnect after 15 years apart, so much has happened, but their love for each other never faded. We meet Red’s son, Zeke, the emotions on how Red felt of missing out on the first 15 years of their life made my heart melt. Cher did a great job raising Zeke and all that Zeke had to endure being nonbinary. Mix in Red and Cher with their rekindling flame of feelings and raising a child along with MC drama of someone’s vengeance against Satan’s Devils and you have one wild ride of a book that was hard to put down! Such an awesome book!
Still Taking Chances by Roz Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wow, this book is a bit different for me when reading Dom/Sub or BDSM. This is my first book that I have read in which the roles are reversed. DEA Agent Elgin Huddleston comes home after a failed mission in which he loses 2 of his fellow agents. Elgin has a lot of past demons he needs to address. The loss of his grandmother, his mother and his fellow agents. When Elgin meets his neighbor, Mary Beth..this is when the story takes a turn. Not only is she a dom, but her methods are more to help psychologically. She wants to help Elgin confront his demons and love himself before things turn more to the want of being together. This story is more then just lust, BDSM and erotic, this story really dives deep into healing and the psychological aspect of past demons.
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic!! Truly fantastic book. From page one I was hooked until the very end. I am so excited for this new series from this author.
Caspian and Paisley…..from the very beginning I was rooting for them for a happily ever after. When Caspian finds out his uncle Preston’s dying wish is for Caspian to find love and be married for at least 1 year in order to be the true CEO of Archer Industries. Being CEO is all Caspian ever wanted. When he runs into Paisley, Caspian asks Paisley if she would be his “wife” and in return she would receive a lump sum of money, but not only that, Paisley’s mother would get the care she desperately needs as she is in a coma. Once this plan is in action, it really sets off a pattern of events of Paisley and Caspian’s connection to each other in the past, sizzling hot moments, love, loss and demons that Caspian has to overcome.
This story is truly just phenomenal. I loved every moment as the story unfolded and at times really took me on roller coaster of emotions, especially Caspian’s past growing up. I recommend this read and looking forward to book 2!!
Caught in Midnight Shadows by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great romantic suspense book that I really enjoyed. The twists and turns kept coming. When Brant loses his mother, the mystery note that was left behind already had me hooked on why she would say “find him and make it right”. Brant is determine to find out what this means and in this meets Aubrey. There is some trauma that Aubrey has to deal with and also with Brant having to deal with mysterious fires….but as Aubrey and Brant grow closer, there seems to be a stalker in the mix.
This story is full of mystery, edge of your seat moments along with Aubrey and Brant’s chemistry that really made for a great book! So glad I picked this book up to read. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Surprise Baby for Mr. Fischer by Stephanie Harrell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book and could not put it down. This is Harper and Lincoln’s story of a chance encounter with Lincoln saving Harper from drowning to a hot, lustful weekend ending up with a positive pregnancy test. When Lincoln returns to Rhode Island to see Harper after he finishes his movie shoot, he finds out he is going to be a dad. I love how the story unfolds and you also get a feel on the past hurts that haunt both Lincoln and Harper everyday and how they come to overcome these obstacles. This story is wonderful and full some great moments and lots of love, passion and truly a HEA. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
A Sweet Christmas by Nicole Richard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My heart is still smiling after finishing this book, I loved this story. The story of Thea and Ben is a perfect holiday read. Thea is an owner of a bakeshop and all business. She does not have much luck when it comes to men, that is until a handsome gentleman, Ben, walks into her bakeshop and the story just takes off from there. Ben really had my heart in this book , he was just so full of love, promise and very attentive to Thea from the beginning. Thea being a business owner is really caring and loving and I loved that both Thea and Ben were all about family. From dates on getting to know each other to very hot sizzling moments, I could not get enough of this book.
Born to Fall by Brittany Anne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is 2nd in the series, and I was super excited to read this book. I highly recommend reading book 1 first in the series in order to get to know the characters and background. You meet Derek and Julia in book one so I was very excited for book 2 about their characters. I love that the Derek and Julia captured my heartstrings. Derek is all about saving others and is part of the Resistance. One of the people that Derek saves is Julia and he is totally drawn to her. Julia has been through a lot and back and I could never imagine myself what she went through. As Derek and Julia grow closer, so do their feelings. Can they both overcome their fears and love but make sure the Resistance is safe?
The world as we know it in this book is just so dark, technology no longer exits and just how people are treated. This is such a great book that is mysterious, action and intensity along with some great moments of chemistry between Derek and Julia and I am so looking forward to book 3!! 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship by Parker Fairchild
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nothing gets you started feeling the holiday spirit like a Christmas story. This was a light, fun holiday romance that was very enjoyable. Olivia is intelligent woman whom happens to be a chemist. She goes on a holiday cruise just to avoid her sister and sister’s fiance, whom also happens to be Olivia’s ex. Jace, a former Navy SEAL, is on the cruise as well celebrating his friends wedding. When Jace meets Olivia he is totally drawn to her. I just love this story of Olivia and Jace that is full of love, hope and definitely Christmas cookies!!
Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I so enjoyed this book and so hard to put down. I laughed and I cried, and I love a book that can give me so many emotions. Breckin is nursing a broken heart after her husband leaves her for a younger woman. Griff, also broken, comes home to Parker after a accident. I love how this story intertwines two people that were hurt in the past to become close. Can I also just say I loved Griff’s grandmother! This is a book with a small town feel and all about overcoming hurt and to trust again. Truly a great read and I highly recommend this book!
Red’s Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is one of my favorites, Red’s story. After Red’s father passes away, he decides to pack it up and move on where nothing is holding him back any longer. Red’s story is truly a journey. He meets a wonderful woman, Cheryl, and becomes instantly attached to her. Cheryl wanted nothing more to go with Red and have a journey herself but then decides it is not for her and ends up going back home. The journey takes Red first to Tucson where he joins the Satan’s Devils MC and eventually ends up in Vegas chapter and eventually becoming the Vegas chapter President.
The more I read Manda Mellett’s books, the more I just love each character. I really get drawn in to her storytelling and this story was hard to put down. I am so looking forward to book 2!!!
The Mating Call by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic book 1 to a paranormal series of mountain lion shifters. I loved how the story flowed in this book of Cheyenne and Lane. I could definitely relate to both characters in this story. Cheyenne is strong willed and wants her independence to find love on her own terms. Lane was out on is own, not by his account, wants to find his mate and have a real family he has longed for. When Cheyenne and Lane meet, at first there was hesitation by Cheyenne. As the story unfolds, it is about letting go of the past and finding love. I really enjoyed this book and very much looking forward to more in this series by Author Brooke May!
Check In by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is book 2 of the series and it was really good. You meet Leann Bobbin in book 1 as she is Betsy’s sister. While attending Betsy and Nash’s engagement party, Leann meets Len, who work for the local police department. When Len calls Leann on their daily check in, Leann, who is working at her first full time job at a bank, lets Len know of a robbery that is taking place. As the robbery ends, I love how it brings Leann and Len closer. The story flowed so quickly in this book and I just wished it was a bit longer :).
Check Out by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Very pleasantly surprised!! This story of Nash, whom is a Marine Veteran and Betsy, a local librarian. Nash is a protector and very caring and is hoping that Betsy can see past his eye patch. He is there to help Betsy especially when a situation arises with Betsy’s sister, Leann and a stalker she was dealing with at her college. Betsy only wants to help and protect her sister with Nash’s help. Will Nash be able to protect Betsy and Leann?
I found this story flowed so easily and it was very enjoyable. If you like a great story of intrigue, some mystery with spark between Nash and Betsy.. this is for you! Looking forward to reading book 2! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a sweet and definitely spicy story and I loved every page! After a friend’s wedding, Lauren and Mark hook up for some fun and the story truly takes off from there. Mark does not have time for a true “relationship” and just wants to enjoy the moment and Lauren is trying to be all in with that, but her heart slowly tells her otherwise. Both Lauren and Mark both have some drama and secrets that eventually come out. At the end true feelings are revealed, but is it to late for Mark and Lauren?
Definitely read and find out!!
I can say I loved Lauren’s character and especially at the end she knows her self worth. Mark really tore at my heart strings with his devotion to family.
Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sweet contemporary clean Christmas romance and great story. I really enjoyed CC and Reese’s stories as they come together. CC crashing a Tesla in a fence and Reese coming along as it is his ranch that CC crashes into. Both CC and Reese have trust issues and as you read the book you come to find out why and their pasts. I can say this book is very heartwarming, endearing that also includes healing from both characters. I felt my heart truly rooting for both of them.
Twilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Great YA Fantasy full of magic, elves . First I have to say the cover of this book is beautiful and really caught my eye. This is a great story of Nix and Zoe. Nix (aka Prince Phoenix) was young when his mother and father, whom were queen and king of the Twilight Realm passed away, because of an evil being, Lord Leski. Elek, a royal advisor, keeps Nix safe as promised to the King and when Nix is old enough, he can claim the throne as King of the Twilight Realm.
Zoe grew up being used as “lab rat” by her own mother by creating tattoo’s on Zoe since her magic is living magic. You find out that Zoe’s mother is the Lady Sirina and her father is Lord Leski, whom were responsible for the deaths of Nix’s parents. Zoe gets to a point when being used for her mothers experiments, she runs away from home. Along the way, she meets Nix…
Will Nix and Zoe learn to work together to save the realm? This story is truly fantastic and highly recommended!
This series continues to be enjoyable to listen to. The narrator is fantastic. I love Dahlia’s character in this series and now a new mystery comes to light. Dismembered bodies everywhere along a riverbank turning up and it’s up to help Dahlia solve the mystery while trying to keep safe. This story keeps you on your toes with mystery and twists. Looking forward to see what happens next!
Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was sweet, fun romantic comedy about Luke and Nadia. The head strong Nadia has no time for a relationship nor games. After a one night stand with Luke, it was all she wrote. Nadia finds out that Luke was separated from his now ex-wife and she feels like she was lied to. Luke takes life seriously and after one night with Nadia he left his guard down. Luke felt so much spark with Nadia it was hard for him to forget. When Nadia purchases her own home, it becomes more of a hazard. When Luke helps Nadia to fix up her home, her intentions are just that. All business. The banter between Luke and Nadia just made me laugh, she is so head strong, he is serious business. Will Nadia loosen Luke up with this but yet let love come in ? Definitely read this book and find out. I thought this story was light, cute and enjoyable.
Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I wish there were more than 5 stars to give because if there were, I would definitely give this book so much more! I just loved this MM Paranormal Romance and though this story was short, it really packed a punch. Azrael, who is the high priest and Sovran tasks Acheron, is a vulture shape shifter to go to Mandara to help tend to a dying patient. When Acheron arrives in Mandara he meets Errapel and the mate bond is strong. Errapel is a nurse attending to Carissa, who is dying. Her wish is to die at home and then transition back to Kharon. As Acheron gets to know Carissa more as he writes down in her final journal her childhood memories and all the way up to adulthood, there is more to Carissa that you learn and the secrets she shares. More than anything, she wants their world to change and she feels that Acheron and Errapel are to make that change with their bond. Will love prevail between Acheron and Errapel? Definitely read and find out, you will not be disappointed. I am really hoping that there will be more to these characters and this book so I am going to keep my fingers crossed :).
Snowfall Serenade by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow, my emotions after this book….really at me. I just love this series and this continuation of Scott and Zelda had so many heartbreaking moments. My heart truly felt for Zelda as there was a car accident while she was pregnant and ended up losing her and Scott’s baby. Not only that, it was an unfortunate event that Scott had to make a decision to save Zelda’s life. After this, Scott and Zelda are distant but yet need healing. Ghosts keep reappearing and Scott has the ability to see them, but one from the past comes with a secret. Will Scott and Zelda come back to each other and heal together or will they fall apart? This story is full of moments of heartbreak and secrets but it was truly a wonderful book.
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just LOVE LOVE LOVE this series. This is the 2nd book to the Mafia Elite series and it does not disappoint. Enzo and Sofia are best friends since childhood and their feelings for each other were always strong. When tragedy struck, Enzo distanced himself from Sofia, but only to protect her, even from himself.
Things get very tense when Sofia is threatened by Ivan, whom is part of the Russian Bratva. He is ruthless and cunning and only wants to “break” Sofia. Enzo will do anything to make sure Sofia stays safe. Will Enzo save Sofia when she needs him the most?
There are some deep secrets in this story along with some very intense shootout and rescue scenes. I was at the edge of my seat just nervous and tense to find out what will happen next. This story is truly great. I am so looking forward to book #3. Thank you Author Amy McKinley!! Love this book!
Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a sweet, endearing story that is right up my ally. I love a book that is holiday themed with love and family. We meet Liberty, who is driven in her career as a reporter. She works to achieve promotional goals. Liberty decides to investigate whom the “Secret Santa” is in town and she believe’s Sawyer Campbell is it. When Liberty interviews Sawyer to see if maybe he is the true town “Secret Santa”, sparks fly and my heart totally melts. Getting to know Sawyer, whom works with his father at a big company, he does not have time to enjoy the pleasures of life, he is all business. When Sawyer spends more time with Liberty, he really enjoys her company and getting to know her and her big family. Will Liberty find what she is looking for in her investigation for the promotion she has been working so hard to get? Or will the heart want what Liberty and Sawyer share their love for each other?
I love small town feel of this book. The story really made my heart swoon!
The Girl and The Demon by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoy this series from Author Pauline Gruber and this 3rd book did not disappoint! If you love YA paranormal books with demons, witches and magic, this series of books are for you. I recommend reading the series in order as there are characters along the way that develop through the series.
Lucy is trying to live like a any normal teenager, but when a “friend” summons an evil spirit by accident everyone is in danger. With Marcus, Lucy’s boyfriend and also protector, away on another matter, Lucy is forced to reveal her special abilities to save her friends. Will Lucy save the day?
I think this YA series is just fantastic. The story really pulls you in and I did not want this book to end!
Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow, I really loved this book. I do not get many opportunities to read rock and roll friends to lovers so this was great change for me to read. Melody and Joe are best friends but yes have these feelings for each other that is more than friendship. Growing up, Melody is the daughter of a famous drummer and Joe takes lessons from Melody’s father. Joe Grace and his band “GraceFall” get the opportunity of a lifetime, to go on tour and be the main headliner for their concert tour. Melody .. after being disappointed on not making the LA Orchestra, decides to go on tour with the band. Sparks fly between Joe and Melody while on the tour, but there are secrets too. This book is a roller coaster of emotions that make you want more. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is no doubt when you read this book the emotional roller coaster it takes you on is bumpy, heartbreaking and sometimes hard to bear. But this story really gives you the feels that you want to cry so much to an uncontrollable sob to anger because we all know, Cancer Sucks. Tori is a psychologist at a local hospital and this is where she meets Will. When Tori’s nurse friend, Jenny, asks just to meet someone on her floor that this patient does not get any visitors of friends nor family. This man just needs a friend to visit and talk. This is the moment that Tori meets Will. Tori is taken back as she has befriended other patients before, but they were more older as Will is a young man of only 29. At first, Will just wants to die on his own terms, this is not his first battle with cancer and this time it is more aggressive. Tori would make a daily visit to Will just to talk and befriend him with no strings attached. As the days past and the more time that is spent together, Tori and Will fall in love but not without the true ups and downs when cancer is trying to win the battle. You also get to know Will before cancer and how he was growing up and demons he had to defeat. Believe me when I say this story is not easy at times, but it truly is a great story. I am looking forward to reading book 2. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ahhh book 2 in this series and it was such a great read. I loved the suspense and mystery of this story and I recommend reading book 1 first before diving into book 2. Lauren, who is a court reporter, is in need of money and decides to work for her ex husband, who is the new judge. Lauren has this instinct that the person who is on trial for the murder she is working on, may not be guilty. You get the sense that not everything is what is seems. There are motives and Lauren is trying to solve this case on her own. Author Merissa Racine really can get a reader pulled into the story on a who done it suspense thriller. I really enjoyed this book it was truly fantastic!
Kingdom of Embers by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow, amazing…I so enjoyed this book. This YA Fantasy is just a great read espcially if you love stories with vampires, witches, magic and secrets. Having to move to yet another new school, especially her senior year, Alena, who is half witch half vampire, is trying to finish out school and graduate. Her mother is strict, being cautious at every turn, is a Vampire Chancellor . Alena has questions to her mother on who her father is and when or if she can meet him. As the story unfolds, Alena embarks on a journey to reverse an ancient spell as she may hold ultimate key to reverse. I could go on about this book but do not want to give any spoilers out! This story is truly fantastic and if you love fantasy with a twist of vampires I recommend this book HIGHLY!
Born to Fight by Brittany Anne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 This book really took me in from the first page of the story. I was not sure what to expect at first, but so glad I read this book and loved the dystopian feel. Hunter is a soldier with the “Resistance”. Objective is to take down the UNR (they are bad). Rain has been alone for 2 years in her safe haven of a bunker, in hiding. When Hunter is left out pretty much for dead, Rain discovers Hunter and nurses him back to health in her bunker. Heat and chemistry between Rain and Hunter sizzles. There are secrets to be discovered, and the world falling apart will Hunter and Rain be together? Definitely read the book to find out. Highly recommended!!
