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

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SAFE HARBOR: Logan Book 5(The Logan McKenna Series)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

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Vanishing Day: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Logan Book 4 (Logan McKenna Series)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

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Devil's Claw: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Book 3 (Logan McKenna Series)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

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Forest Park: Logan Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series)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

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Shattered: Logan Book 1 (The Logan McKenna Series)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

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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

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)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

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Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite #7)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

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Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)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

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Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)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

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Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7)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

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🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟   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

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Melt My HeartMelt 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

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The Podcast ChroniclesThe 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

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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. (Boys Unboxed)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

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No AmendsNo 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

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Gumshoe Goes To A Quinceanera (Gumshoe Mysteries Book 2)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

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Gumshoe And The Mysterious Mushrooms (Gumshoe Mysteries #1)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

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)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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Zibs for Sale (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Zibs for Sale: a retelling of Beauty and the Beast (I am an Alien)Zibs for Sale: a retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Another adventure awaits with Shirl and Eee-ahh! Buzzing sound on Shirl’s radio one would think maybe that an alien would be trying to contact Earth. The familiar song to Eee-aah knows this is for Zibs. When Shirl and Eee-ahh travel to finally be able to eat some Zibs….Ba-Kerr is not to happy that they believe that Shirl stole her Zib…but we learn that teamwork is the way.

This is a fun children’s story that can be enjoyed for young and old. I love the colorful illustrations and always look forward to the adventures of Shirl and Eee-ahh. Learning to help one another is a lesson we can all learn….

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Faking the Fall: A Buckeye Falls NovelFaking the Fall: A Buckeye Falls Novel by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Faking the Fall is book #4 in the Buckeye Falls series and it was everything that I love about this series. love, banter, fake dating, meddling townfolk, small town sweet romance and just overall great story. While this book could be read as a standalone I highly recommend reading this series from the beginning to get to know the characters that are in each book.

What can honestly happen with a proposition of “fake dating”….beside maybe getting the gossip crew to back off only having good intentions. Alice is back in Buckeye Falls trying to figure out her next steps in life. Having a reputation to hold up being the mayor’s brother and parents who are busy with town social events…..never thought to meet someone that gives her some spark. James is new to town already embracing his life in Buckeye Falls…but also trying to piece together his life after a divorce and hoping to get a spark of inspiration again in his art. When James meets a green eyed beauty in Alice…the inspiration starts…..When the gossip train comes barreling in…..Alice proposes to James to “fake date”….but what happens when true feelings come into play…….

Definitely read and find out!! You will not be disappointed.

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Beyond Friendship (The Irresistible Series Book 3) by Marlyn Love – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Beyond Friendship (The Irresistible Series #3)Beyond Friendship by Marlyn Love
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful, beautiful story that spans a few years in the making. Good things take time and this is definitely the story of Brian and Amanda. I loved this book with my every that I have….friendship, drama, secrets, romance and definite roller coaster of emotions with a few tears. This story broke me a bit… I highly recommend this read.

Mr. Batchelor, Brian Fox does not do relationships. He believes he is totally content on being single forever…and forever guarding his heart with high walls that are hard to penetrate. When he meets this beautiful lady at his club, not knowing that he finds out that she is the sister of his best friend. Amanda returns home to Boston to try and make it on her own with her own business of having her own fashion boutique. What Amanda does not expect is to experience the undeniable chemistry between her and Brian from the start. Brian puts on all stops not to date or be in any romantic relationship with Amanda due to her being her best friends sister……..just remaining strictly friends. Years pass and the courage of Brian taking a leap of faith to go beyond that friendship with Amanda forms this beautiful love between them….but Brian cannot let go of a secret that he has been hiding, afraid to being vulnerable….but when a harsh reality of a potential medical issue and loss…..Brian pushes away people that he truly loves especially Amanda. Will grief and sadness overcomes Brian or will the power of love and strength bond Brian and Amanda that will never break….

Definitely read and find out………..this was a fantastic story……

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Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Chasing CheerChasing Cheer by Heather Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4 1/2 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

You can never read a holiday Christmas story to early…and this book gives you all the feels that of Christmas of friendship, hope, forgiveness, magic, love and Cheer! I really enjoyed this story and I cannot wait to see what is next from this author.

Holly Claus is focused at her job on hand, making sure she is collecting Cheer to help with using it back at home, the North Pole. Holly has visited many places where her job takes her, while visiting her friend in Finland, she sees a flyer about a up and coming festival in Emerald Hollow, Oregon. Holly takes a chance to visit this little town, not expecting to fall in love with everything it has to offer. Holly meets Ash Hayes in the midst…and sparks fly between the two….but both are initially in denial of their feelings. Ash is busy, being a business owner and trying to get the holiday festival up to peak….but slowly his walls around is heart start to fall the more he spends time with Holly. What Ash does not know is who Holly truly is or where she is from. When Holly’s Cheer goes into chaos…will she be able to save Christmas and be honest with Ash of who she truly is?

This is a sweet story that was very enjoyable and just what I needed :).

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Cruel Love (Hidden Valley Elite Book 6) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Cruel Love (Hidden Valley Elite #6)Cruel Love by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I was waiting in sheer anticipation for this continuation of Aspen and Phoenix’s story as this book picks up where Cruel Hate ends….and my gosh. Starting right from the first page 1 my heart was beating so fast, not knowing where the story will take me and I could not put it down. I love Aspen and Phoenix so much…giving me all the feels that I love about this series….passion, secrets, drama, lies, angst and sizzle.

The odds are totally against Phoenix and Aspen, from an unplanned pregnancy, juggling college work, family drama and Phoenix being determined to make his shot at the NFL. When an unfortunate event leads down a path of struggle and determination and opening up family wounds and secrets, will Aspen and Phoenix make their own choices in life and in process of becoming parents and not be influenced by money and greed………

I do not want to give any spoilers away as I could talk about this book forever…but I highly recommend reading this series right from the beginning to get to know all the characters and the progression of the story-line right from the start. I cannot wait until the next installment to know what happens to Shane and his story…

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A Death on Fools Lane (An Eve Sawyer Mystery) by Jane Suen – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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A Death on Fools Lane (Eve Sawyer Mystery #4)A Death on Fools Lane by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Fantastic cozy mystery that was a quick and easy read and very enjoyable. Mystery, suspense and a few twists and turns I did not see coming…and I love that about this story.

Eve Sawyer is back and on holiday break from college looking forward to spending time with her mom and her friends. When Eve’s friend, Cassidy, is house sitting for her aunt..she invites Eve and their friend Randall to join in for a mini away from home holiday vacation. Nothing can spoil this fun time away, except when a retired cop and his retired cadaver dog stumble upon a body hanging from a tree in the back yard of Cassidy aunt’s house that she is house sitting for. So many fingers pointing in different directions on whom may be responsible for the death of a man….Eve Sawyer vows to find out whom killed this individual…..

Will Eve find out and solve this case or will the person who may have been involved never be caught….definitely read and find out.

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ALTERATIONS TRILOGY: Alterations, Game Changer, Primal Will by Jane Suen – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Alterations / Game Changer / Primal Will (Alterations #1-3)Alterations / Game Changer / Primal Will by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Intriguing, suspenseful and interesting sci fi trilogy that was quite enjoyable. This is a perfect box set and the books are meant to be read as a series and definitely not a stand alone.

This series of events from the books has Dr. Kite offering an implant to help and where we meet
Gigi, Lilly and Ellen. This implants alters/changes they way they see them-self. Ellen is trying desperately to lose weight and feel good about herself, Gigi is looking for love and Lilly trying to get through her feelings from a divorce. With Dr. Kite’s game changing offer….will this help Ellen, Lilly and Gigi….until he finds out there is some defects in the microchips…

As the story continues in book 2, the ladies try and move on with their life, making sense of it all. You get more from Lilly, Gigi and Ellen as they navigate their next steps…..what is Dr. Kite up to next…..and the epic conclusion in book 3 find out what happens to the end……definitely a roller coaster ride of twists and turns ………

Great trilogy and highly recommended!

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Lucky Break (Trentbridge Tales Book 2) by Lee Wood – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Lucky Break (Trentbridge Tales #2)Lucky Break by Lee Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Art, deception, murder, intrigue, suspense, mystery…..this is book 2 in the Trentbridge Tales and another enjoyable book by Lee Wood. I knew after reading the first book, I needed to read the 2nd installment of this series. This may be read as a stand alone, but I do recommend reading the first book as James Sheldon is now our investigator….

Peter Winston-Moore is just looking for a break in life….trying to make money….when he discovers an art piece in a store that you would never find a masterpiece in…his luck is changing….or is it? Once he has this and word gets out….then hunt is on..how did Peter get his hands on this masterpiece from Picasso? When murder is involved, James Sheldon is the investigator to figure out the pieces to this mystery….but we all know everyone has their secrets…

Will James Sheldon figure out whom is responsible for murder before it is to late??

Definitely read and find out! Very intriguing and looking forward the next book in the series.

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Mr. Wimp (The Human Mating Site Book 1) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Mr Wimp (The Human Mating Site #1)Mr Wimp by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Great start to a new series!! Mr. Wimp is a short novella that was very enjoyable, relatable and the author did a fantastic job with details that did not seem rushed… I am already looking forward to the next novellas that will be out monthly. Loving Bella’s character as she has courage to speak her mind especially when she realizes she is losing herself in the process of a marriage that is not quite what it seems. I cannot wait to see what happens next!!

Bella’s world comes to a screeching halt when out of the blue her husband of twelve years decides to end their marriage. Bella learns hard truth’s to this end with lies and deceit. With wonderful friends that help Bella along the way and support from her parents, Bella finally lets all of her anger and hurt out and finds herself again step by step…..

Looking forward to next novella with what is in store for Bella and her moving on with her life….Wonderful novella!!

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Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2) by Alicia Street – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2)Ignite My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This was a wonderful and sweet contemporary romance that I loved from beginning to end. This is a new author to me and I am looking forward to more from this author. Romance, drama, angst, love, fear with spark and sizzle giving me all the feels that I love reading a romance book. Two beautiful souls that were a bit broken with their past that come together in different circumstances.

Morgan is a single dad and a CEO of his own protective service company. Trying to do right for his daughter, Ciara, he does everything to protect Ciara at all costs….even from Ciara’s mother and Morgan’s ex….she spells nothing but trouble. Morgan needs someone to help take care of Ciara while he balances home and job on his own…

Blake is down on her luck, recently losing her job at local university and trying to navigate what is next on the horizon. When Blake’s brother offers Morgan to meet Blake to see if she can help with being Ciara’s nanny…Blake takes up the opportunity as temporary employment until she receives another offer at another university teaching.

When sparks start to fly between Blake and Morgan and passion takes over….there is also hesitation. The past haunting both Blake and Morgan. When Morgan’s ex threatens to take Ciara from him and Blake has a once in a lifetime opportunity come her way….what happens when communication is blurred until courage takes over and Morgan and Blake clear the air of what they really want…

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price Audiobook (The Crown of Stones Book 1) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wonderful fantasy story that is perfect to listen to. Magic, mayhem, drama, danger and suspense that had me totally engaged listening to see what happens next.

Ian Troy is a bounty hunter that is living in exile…paying the price of war. When his past comes crashing in will Ian Troy protect his people and land within his magic when he sworn off to use it…..

Wonderful story and looking forward to listening to more.