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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 13, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

The Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

I can say this was a very interesting read and in a very good way. Was I hesitant due to how many pages this book was…Yes. Was I happy I gave it a chance and turned the pages with an open mind… again Yes.

Western mystery, danger, gangs, intrigue with some romance, I did really enjoy this story. I felt like I was brought back in the western ages of time and the author did a great deal of storytelling and the attention to detail I also appreciated.

Fenimore James wants to explore and dream to more in life than where is at. With some money in his pocket he heads out West and wants to be known as Simon Shaw. When outlaws come with a gang run by Red Evans, Simon decides to join up….believing this is what he wants. When bloodshed is spilled, maybe being an outlaw is not what it may be cracked up to be. With someone out there deciding to kill gang members….everyone is suspicious. Who is committing these crimes? With Fenimore aka Simon Shaw also finds an attraction to another gang member….will they be safe or will it cost them in their own bloodshed….

I would definitely recommend this book….be patient….but a very good read all together.

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Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

What a fun story! Kneading a Winning Idea is teaching how to problem solve, not giving up and persevering and thinking a bit outside of the box. This story not only can be enjoyed by the young but also the young at heart. We all could learn some good lessons that this story is geared to.

Ben is trying to find a way for his recipe of his famous biscuits to be featured in the school lunch menu. With the support of his dad, Ben tries all sorts of ideas for his recipe to be better but when he wants to give up….a new idea helps Ben that might be what he has been looking for and hoping his dad and the judges will love.

Fun, engaging story and the colorful illustrations bring this book to life and who loves a good recipe to try! This is a great story.

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Lost and Found (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Lost and Found is Book 9 in the Logan McKenna Mystery series and this was very enjoyable. I loved the crime mystery suspense circling about crab fishing and the dangers it may lead.

When the dangers of crab fishing lead to a tangled line of murder once again Logan McKenna is out to find the truth. When Logan’s friend, Sam, asks Logan for help to find out the truth and help a friend out with their innocence…Logan cannot say no….and nothing will stop her until she finds the truth… or will it be to late?

Definitely read and find out! I hope there will be more coming from this author and more ofvLogan McKenna!

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

In Plain Sight is Book 8 in the Logan McKenna series. I am enjoying each book in this series, and although this book could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading all the books as you get to know Logan better. This book has what I love in reading….crime, thriller, secrets, murder with twists and turns and finding out the who done it.

Logan is back…..enjoying her time now being married to her beau Ben, having her music and volunteering at the Cascades Raptor Center…..life is good. Meeting new people while volunteering and helping wildlife out and taking care of the animals…you never expect anything bad to come about. When a body is discovered at the rescue center, at first nothing is off key. When Logan has this sense that there is something more to this…..Logan goes out and tries to find out the reason why her coworker has passed and who is behind it all….

I thought I figured out who was behind it all……

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Baking a Bicycle (Invisible Magic Wand Book 7) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 8, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Baking a Bicycle is Book 7 in the Invisible Magic Wand books and it is a wonderful story that can be enjoyed by the young and young at heart. My great nieces and I loved what Caspian and his grandfather have in store yet again!

What can be better than asking for a bicycle on your unbirthday? Of course baking a bicycle instead as Caspian and grandfather mix up some ingredients…what will come about?

Fun and engaging story with wonderful illustrations. Highly recommended.

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Almost and Forever by Angela K. Parker – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 6, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Almost and Forever by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This story is raw and emotional but so beautifully written…..this story at times just gutted me to my core. This story is a blend of love, loss, forgiveness, secrets, trying to hold on but have to let go with some twists I definitely did not see coming. I cannot stop thinking about this story of Adam and Hope……

Adam and Hope meet on a chance encounter….never thinking they would meet again. When Adam suffers an unimaginable loss, he slowly spirals downward. Hope and Adam meet again hence another chance encounter, this time it is not so kind. Grief consumes Adam until Hope brings him back to life with her kindness and friendship…until it becomes more. When blurred lines are crossed and secrets are revealed will Adam and Hope’s love survive….

I highly recommend reading this book….it is hard not to give anything away…..but you will not be disappointed. Grab some tissues….this is a fantastic read.

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The Truth About Myths (The Winemakers Book 3) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 5, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

The Truth About Myths by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Very well written and I can picture beautiful place in Portugal and Spain….The Truth About Myths is book 3 in The Winemakers series. I really enjoy this series and though this book could be read as a standalone…I would highly recommend reading this series in order. The author is fabulous and her storytelling is amazing. The romance, tension and banter between Henrique and Isabel…I loved it.

When Isabel is asked by the King to go to Spain to help out….it is her duty to do so. What is not anticipated is who is accompanying her….none other than Henrique….which at first was a bit trying. Knowing how proper and set in her ways Isabel is….will she be able to let a bit go and see another side to Henrique and will he fight for her?

Delightful and Wonderful story. I highly recommend this series.

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Whisper Creek (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 4, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Logan McKenna is back in Whisper Creek, Book 7 in this series. While this book could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading this series in order. Suspense, intrigue, danger, murder with twists and turns….I enjoyed this story and already looking forward to more in this series.

Logan is now tasked when one of her friends is a suspect in a murder, to find out the cold hard truth. The police feel like they already may know whom the killer is…..but Logan needs to investigate more, figure out the pieces….as the victim was not very well liked. When there are four suspects possibly…its gets a bit twisty. So many accusations and lies floating around, who do you believe?

Great story and hard to put down…..

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 2, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful children’s story that was very enjoyable, colorful illustrations and lessons learned about patience and courage. Mama Warbler’s babies are starting to hatch from her nest of eggs, starting with the biggest egg. As Mama Warbler is hard at work to find food for her babies, one little egg is left a bit timid to come out into the world….until it is time to make their appearance.

What a great story.

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The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

November 1, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I loved this book. Unique story with a dual POV this M/M paranormal romance is a must read. I never hesitate to read any books that this author writes as she is definitely one of my favorites. This was a quick read that packed a punch in every page I turned. The secrets that are hidden at Eden Cove Manor were not what I expected at all….surprisingly….this story was so much more…suspense, mystery, intrigue….this story was fantastic.

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Lies That Bind (Logan McKenna Series Book 6) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 31, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Lies That Bind by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Tangled web of lies, deceit, secrets and murder! Lies that Bind is Book 6 in the Logan McKenna series and this is a very good crime thriller. Logan McKenna is back…..building her life with Ben in Oregon and finding out she has a half sister that she did not know about. When an accident or was it murder occurs at a family area….who gets involved? Logan….and the pieces fall going back years of a feud and flashbacks of the past….and a long ago conflict that leads to murder and a suspect who is from the other family…will Logan be able to fit all the pieces together?

Definitely read and find out….

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Safe Harbor (Logan McKenna Series Book 5) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 31, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

SAFE HARBOR: Logan Book 5 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Safe Harbor is Book 5 in the Logan McKenna Series and I am really enjoying this series as I read each book, I have to admit so far this is my favorite. I love that the author gives a read who loves crime thrillers, like myself, twists and turns with drama and suspense that had me until the end. Already looking forward to reading the next book…..I highly recommend reading this series. It is very good!

Logan is finally able to take a well deserved time away vacations with her family and what happens when trying to enjoy time away….. not only one death but two!! Trying to figure out who is responsible, Logan also has to prove her innocence along the way. Will Logan be able to figure out this murder puzzle and prove she is not guilty of the crimes? Definitely read and find out!!

Happy Reading!!

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Vanishing Day (Logan McKenna Series Book 4) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 30, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Vanishing Day: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Logan Book 4 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Intriguing crime thriller, Vanishing Day is Book 4 in the Logan McKenna Series. I continue to enjoy this series and what Logan McKenna has to deal with next. A web of secrets in this story with intrigue and crime that leads to a beaten woman, Lori, and her daughter trying to run and hide far away. When the little girl ends up at Logan’s home…..and finding the little girl’s mom horribly hurt by the hands of an unknown assailant. Logan is finding out her neighbor, Lori is not whom she is truly is, Logan tries to fit all the pieces together and bring Lori’s assault to justice. Will Logan and the detectives find out the truth in the end?

Read and find out! This is a very good story and I cannot wait to read more from this author!

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Devil’s Claw (Logan McKenna Series Book 3) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 29, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Devil’s Claw: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Book 3 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Logan McKenna is back!! Devil’s Claw is book 3 in this series and did not disappoint. Murder, intrigue and greed this gripping thriller was very enjoyable. This author really has a hold on me as I read each book and I am really liking the Logan McKenna series.

Logan and her daughter are back home from a trip to Africa and were able to help rescue a sea otter pup. When many hands lay claim on land that the Sea Otter House is built and the greed to this leads to murder of a volunteer. Who would want to murder one of Logan’s students and volunteer to that extent feeling like they lay claim on this land. The greed and suspense….will Logan be able to find out who is responsible for this murderous act?

Definitely read and find out!!

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Forest Park: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 29, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Forest Park: Logan Book 2 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Murder, mystery, secrets, intrigue and drama….Forest Park is book 2 in The Logan McKenna Series. This was a very good story that kept me engaged at the edge of my seat, trying to figure who “who done it”… I am really enjoying this series so far.

Logan is enjoying new found interest and heads out of town to Portland Oregon to have some time away. With new found friendship develops…..an explosion happens and Logan finds out that the woman whom passed due to this accident, she knows the victim. Fingers are pointing in all directions that this is murder and all eyes are on Logan’s new friend, Thanh. Will Logan be able to find out who was truly responsible for this act before it is to late…

This is a very good mystery and always looking forward to more of Logan McKenna!

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Shattered: a Logan McKenna Mystery Book 1 (The Logan McKenna Series) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 29, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Shattered: Logan Book 1 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Secrets, lies, murder with twists and turns along the way! Shattered is Book 1 in The Logan McKenna Series and this is the first book I have read by this author. I thought this book was very good, engaging crime thriller as I try to piece together a murder mystery and love to find out the “who done it”.

Logan McKenna is trying to move on her life after losing her husband two years prior and the aftermath. Picking up a job as a substitute teacher, Logan helps students learn who end up doing well in test, but the there are other teachers who accuse Logan of students and cheating. Taking a break in teaching and these horrible accusations, Logan decides to help at a local festival with her friends, unfortunately there is a murder at the glass blowing booth and Logan’s best friend, Thomas is accused of this crime. Will Logan be able to piece together and find out who the true murderer is before it is to late?

Read and find out! I love the female lead in this series and I am looking forward to reading more!

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Truck Stopped (Satan’s Devils MC) Audiobook by Manda Mellett – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 27, 2023/0 Comments/in Audible Review, Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow…what a fantastic story. Truck Stopped is Book 11 in the Satans Devils MC series and even through you could listen to this book as a stand-alone I highly recommend listening to all the books as this is a fantastic series.

Truck is a veteran and a firefighter who is also a member of the Satans Devils MC. While trying to tend to a fire call, Truck is injured and burned badly. Feeling down, damaged and angry, Truck just wants to be alone and just feels like a broken monster with all his scars.

Allie is a “sweet butt” for the Satans Devils MC but knows she wants more. Her mom throwing her out at a young age, Allie is a fighter to survive…Allie never forgets Truck as they shared something special before he leaves. When Drummer, the president, wants Truck back at the club he sends Allie to convince Truck to return……but does he?

Allie and Truck continue their bond even though there is lots of hesitation. Will Allie and Truck each overcome dark pasts that lead them to light?

I loved every minute of this story including hearing the future of the club with Drummer and Peg of what is to come and what has happened. I’m very sad this is the end of an era but love to see more from Manda that would include the clubs children as they grow up as a possibility.

My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 27, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

What a fun book!! I remember when I was a little girl I always thought there was a monster under my bed and so did my daughter. What can happen when you see your Big Red Monster under your bed? Give them work to do!!

This is a fun and enjoyable story with colorful illustrations that can be loved by the little ones all the way to the young at heart.

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Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite Book 7) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 26, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Wicked Games by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow, are you ready for a roller coaster ride of lies, intense situations, deceit, dark pasts, corruption, bullying, questions and hard truths and decisions that will be made hard to make….the twists and turns……this story of Shane and Winter…I did not see coming from a mile away. Wicked Games is book #7 in the fabulous Hidden Valley Elite Series and I highly recommend reading this series from the beginning as the characters are entwined in each book building more and more in the story lines….all I can say is Wow…..this author is truly talented and I love that she continues to amaze me with each book in the series.

Shane is a star athlete at Thane University and trying to balance school and athletics while trying to compromise with his father. Hired as a bodyguard to help protect a female, things do not go as planned while trying to protect her that lands him in hot water. While trying to fight for freedom, and getting back to life, he runs into the new girl at college……and he knows who she is automatically…no other than Winter….a girl he knew since elementary school. The rage and anger can only stem with the need of revenge from past hurts….but what happens when Shane gets to know Winter in a different light…

Winter, new student at Thane University, is trying to find her way being on her own at college since being raised by her wonderful foster parents. Winter never expects to fall for Shane in the most unexpected ways….but keeps her past inside as her past. The past is coming around haunting Winter at every corner, but nothing prepares Winter when she finds out who the true Shane is. Will Shane and Winter be able to overcome their past hurts and scandals?

I loved this book so much and I cannot wait until I know more about Winter and Shane in Wicked Ends!! This is a fabulous series and I cannot get enough.

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 24, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

What a wonderful and educational book! This is perfect to read for young and old. Learning boundaries with safe dog interactions and overall taking care of a dog and the responsibilities that is has. From play time and taking walks to teaching a child or even an adult to ask if you may greet your dog is really important and this book really engages you to learn.

Colorful illustrations and rhyme makes this story of Porter and Midge wonderful and enjoyable while learning from a young age to young at heart.

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 24, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Forgiveness, love, redemption, secrets, family and trust…..this is the story that I loved of Becky Bennett and Glen Kirby. Reckless Love gave me all the feels of a slow burn romance, learning “patient love” and I love feeling like I am part of this family with each book of the series. While this book could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading this series from the begging to get to know the Bennett family as everyone should.

Knowing your past may haunt you, Glen Kirby is trying to make amends piecing his life back together day by day trying to get his farm back. Becky takes care of all the Bennett brothers and her father while they are all working at their family farm. Knowing how successful her cooking show is, Becky longs for simplicity in life…never knowing that around the corner Glen Kirby is there. Becky needs to start with forgiveness toward Glen and his past….but when slowly her walls come down an unexpected spark forms between them. The Bennett brothers are totally against this romance, but that does not stop Becky and Glen. Will the brothers come between Becky and Glen even though they forgave Glen for his past or will Becky and Glen defy all odds and get the HEA that they want and deserve?

I LOVED this book so much and I am already looking forward to Book 5!!! This series is fantastic.

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Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7) by D.M. Earl – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 22, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Fractured Hearts-Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow, this story is fantastic. Celestina and Dingo aka Frank and the chemistry they have and the story they bring…wow. Fractured Hearts is book 7 of the Grimm Wolves MC and this book and series is fantastic. The author really grabs you from beginning to end and I loved that no only we get to be part of the Grimm Wolves expanding family but also having Devils Handmaidens included is just a great bonus.

Dingo aka Frank is prospect for the Grimm Wolves and wants to be part of this family. Dingo hides behind pain and puts up a facade of being fun, but also puts himself down. When he goes to meet a woman online, Celestina, their attraction is second to none. Dingo wants to protect Celestina at all costs but has to know the truth…what is Celestina running from and why….

Celestina is on the run, trying to protect herself from her crazy and cruel family. Meeting Dingo aka Frank may be her ticket to freedom, but her attraction toward him comes with a guarded heart. As Celestina gives pieces of her past that the Grimm Wolves are aware of, no only do they do their thing of protecting her but their entire Grimm Wolves family as well. Will Dingo and Celestina come together even with dark pasts?

This story is dark and gritty but also about revenge, evil, family and forgiveness..I cannot wait to see what is next by D.M. Earl!!!

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Necrosis Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 18, 2023/0 Comments/in Audible Review, Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5 Stars

This was a fantastic audiobook. This story gave me apocalypse survival, love, fight and sacrifice.

A deadly disease hits hard everywhere. The only way to survive was to fight the infected undead. Amy and her daughter are trying to survive and fight back the deadly virus that has infected, loved ones and most of human mankind. With the infected closing in with Amy protect her daughter at all costs?

This is a fantastic story, and I highly recommend listening to this book. It’s not all about zombies. It is a story of survival of the fittest and the love you to protect the ones you care about the most.

Melt My Heart (North Fork Series Book 3) by Alicia Street – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 17, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Melt My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Sweet, swoon-worthy, lovable, heartwarming and wonderful story. I loved this book and already had me hooked with Reggie the rescue pup. Can two strangers who meet trying to rescue a scared pup find love when both have been hurt before?

Wynter is trying to piece her life back together after a very bad break up. Knowing she has sworn off love, she is focused on getting her career back on track….until she meets Caleb by chance while trying to rescue a pup. Caleb is a former Navy SEAL and now works in selling very expensive yachts for a living. Caleb was in love at one time, but that love ended up in hurt and since has sworn on being in a steady relationship. When Caleb meets Wynter….and gets to know she is a bit tough as nail on the outside, his walls start fall just a bit at a time as well as Wynter’s and her insecurities. As a secret letter was received by both Caleb and Wynter…piecing together a history that sheds some light….will Caleb and Wynter fall for each other when past trauma comes in and insecurity tried to get the best of Wynter?

I definitely recommend this book……this was a great story and I loved every page from beginning to end. I am looking forward to reading more from the author.

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The Podcast Chronicles by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 12, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

The Podcast Chronicles by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I really enjoyed this story. The friendships that are built and the fight you have within….Sue Cleary is finding her way. Being a stay at home mom, being an empty nester is soon coming. When a big shot believes building a big tourist attraction, Sue does not want her beautiful community to be roped in the fast lane. Finding strength to fight this idea coming…her mission is to make things right.

Wonderful story and I loved Sue’s character…she is totally relatable and I love the fight and spirit in her and the challenges she faced…

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Wondogfilled (Boys Unboxed) by Dr. Kimberlie Harris – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 11, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Cute, enjoyable and wonderfully illustrated children’s book that can be enjoyed for the young and the young at heart…my great nieces and nephew loved this story.

Kingston and his mother are out for a walk looking for Kingston’s favorite animal, a dog! When new animals are seen Kingston is all about dogs whether they are short, long, big ears or short. Who knew all these dogs are out….but they are other animals to discover…………..

I love how Kingston’s mother tries to teach him new animals and words. What a wonderful book.

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No Amends by Angela Lam – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 10, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

No Amends by Angela Lam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow…..This is my first F/F story and wow…. the entanglement of lies and truths! I devoured this book and could not put it down. I am new to this author and this story was fantastic. The lies, deceit, romance, tragedy, suspense and a bit twisted intent of emotions…….it was a roller coaster ride…..and I cannot stop thinking about it. This book will stay with me for quite awhile.

Tang Young is trying to balance being a writer along with having a full time job. By a chance encounter, Tang meets Dee and they both hit it off quickly….but Tang needs to be cautious as she already has a live in girlfriend, Layla. Tang and Dee heat up with a truly forbidden romance than spans coast to coast…but Dee is not always forthcoming with truths. Dee has a family back home but cannot stay away from Tang. When Tang tries to pull away from Dee..it is something she needs to do to stay with Layla…but Dee is relentless in her pursuit…lies are spun upon lies until a tragedy strikes and now the truth must come out. Will it be to late…

Definitely read and find out….this suspenseful thriller had me right from the beginning. I highly recommend this read.

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Gumshoe Goes To A Quinceanera (Gumshoe Mysteries Book 2) by Laura Hawks – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Gumshoe Goes To A Quinceanera by Laura Hawks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Gumshoe Goes To a Quinceanera is book 2 in the Gumshoe Mysteries and I loved this story. The magic is back with a murder mystery with Mia and the lovable Gumshoe the cat. This book was easy to read, fun and hard to put down…..I devoured this book! I would very highly recommend reading book 1 in the series as you get to know the characters from the beginning.

Mia and her “squad” were all invited to attend a Quinceanera for their friend Tiffany. Beautiful dresses, wonderful food, dancing and friendships should be the focus…but someone is murdered during this beautiful event. Who is bold enough to take a life during a Quinceanera? Mia and Gumshoe are piecing together clues on whom may be responsible for this act….but this is not the first murder on their minds as Gumshoe was a witness to another prior….are both of these murders tied to each other for some reasons? Will Gumshoe and Mia be able to solve the mystery before anyone else is hurt? Will Mia’s promise also to help Gumshoe piece together his own past life come with any clues..

Definitely read and find out. I am really hoping for another book in this series….

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Gumshoe and the Mysterious Mushrooms (Gumshoe Mysteries Book 1) by Laura Hawks – Review by

October 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Gumshoe And The Mysterious Mushrooms by Laura Hawks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful YA cozy mystery that I enjoyed so much! This is my first book I have read by this author and I really loved this story. I love the mix of magic, mystery, murder, witches, secrets and intrigue. Already to dive into book 2….I am so glad I read this story….what a treat.

Mia is a typical 15 year old..or so she thinks. She finds out by her mother and a few of her mother’s friends, that she is a witch. This surprises Mia in so many ways and was eager to learn more what this really means but also finds a friend in a cat she has been feeding at her family’s restaurant. When Mia finds out that her feline friend is special, Mia and Gumshoe create this bond. Gumshoe has a story but trying to piece it all together on where he came from, Gumshoe and Mia work together to piece together his past life. While Mia helps at her family’s new restaurant, Forbidden Fruit, she eagerly waits on opening night to help out her father in the kitchen to help with a successful first night….but something horrible happens as patrons become sick at the end of the evening and even creates chaos as some patrons pass away. With her family name at stake and their new restaurant, Mia tries to find out whom may be responsible for these deaths that were caused by a very poisonous mushroom. Will Mia and Gumshoe be able to solve this mystery before more lives are lost? Will Gumshoe find out what happened with his past life?

Definitely read and find out! This is a great story..

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

October 7, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Lorralei Hoerner

Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

This was a wonderful fantasy story that I was intrigued by the beautiful cover and decided to dive right in. I love the feels this book gave me with romance, love, kingdoms, powers, lineages, power and secrets…very enjoyable and very well written. I look forward to reading more….

When Aubrianne is betrothed to to Lord Roger of Stolweg, at first Aubrianne is believe this would be a good thing, as Lord Roger is putting on a good face, but Aubrianne learns real quick how cruel and ugly Lord Roger really is. Aubrianne love her people and they love her in return. Her only solice is when he leaves for long periods of time for reasons unknown. When Larkin is set to task if Lord Roger is committing treason, Larkin is out to prove is this is true…but does not realize the woman that Lord Roger is married to Larkin met before and never forgot her. Will Larkin find out any truth to Lord Roger and his treason and is Aubrianne involved in anyway…or will Larkin keep Aubrianne safe…

I love Aubrianne in this story…her resilience and how strong she is …I love a strong heroine.

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