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Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Divine VintageDivine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good mystery, this one was different in a good way. I found there was so many connections, and wonders as I had read through. I could not get enough, I could not put this one down, and see what progressed and what was to happen actually. It was very well written!

Really loved the interactions between Tess and Trey. They both had a special gift, and could see things that could not be explained. To how and what to connect them, was the true matter of the question. I loved the courtship that was between them, and how they both were stubborn in their own ways, I loved the fine details as well with Tess’s clothing shop! I felt I was transported to the Victorian Era wand was enjoying looking at the fabrics she had for sale! Wonderful descriptions! All the characters Tess and Trey interacted with as well were just as intriguing and wonderful, and a pure joy to read about. enjoyed solving this mystery with the characters! Defiantly will be reading more by this author!

Wonderful experience of this mystery. I did not want this book to reach it’s ending. It was well loved by me. I loved the author’s use of writing as well. As said, will be for sure reading more by them! I enjoyed this very much. Highly recommend this mystery that is simply put, nothing short of amazing!

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Doctor in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 3) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Doctor in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #3)Doctor in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one where I was falling in love over and over again. I was so happy just reading it. It brought on moments that made me smile, cry and all that jazz. The story was well made together. And everything fell into place as I read, really loved this one!

Personally, I loved the connection that was between Franceen and Scott. They both had similarities, but also differences in different ways. They both were doctors, and I found the book did a wonderful insight into what the world of doctors are and their heavy schedules, and how it truly affects their relationships. What I really loved, was what was and became between Franceen and Scott. Two souls who had a past, especially Franceen. They were afraid of that leap of finding true happiness because life is well, scary.. As said, the story was a nice flow and gave you time to know and love the characters. Loved it!

I always read all books by their amazing author. I can never get enough of their work. I highly recommend reading the Outback series if you have not read any before this. They are standalones, but really beautiful stories. Thank you once again to an amazing author for a wonderful story. Highly recommend!

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The Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Ghastly GumballThe Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great read! I am a huge fan of the author! I seriously love their work, but this one was a different take I found, and it was a damn good read. It had the humor and the craziness I truly live for! If you have never read this author before, you must for sure read this book by them!

Lockwood King was a treat for the visual of your mind. The way they were written, really gave the story the funny moments as well as the laugh out loud ones, and those moments where you raise an eye brow and wonder did I just read that kind of thing. There was never a dull moment in reading this one. I had a lot of fun, and reading this in one sitting was a perfect way to start my day!

Thank you to this wonderful author for such an amazing book. I do highly recommend this book, it is a fast read but for sure an enjoyable one. One that you can go back and easily read again! I most certainly recommend the author as well with no doubt. Freaking amazing author and writing!

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The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Traveler: Book 2The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved the previous novel, and this one was certainly no different. I loved the story in this one, the flow of the story was more heavier than the first one, but it made me really love it. I love this authors way of writing, she really brings the story to life, and really mesmerized the reader fully in body and mind.

The Traveler is a wonderful being, this one as I have said was heavier in the sense of the things he has gone in the previous vs this one. Things he is faced with and emotions behind them, really make you feel. As the Traveler did as well. it was not all candy and sugar canes. The story was real as it can get and you literally feel everything! His impact though on the characters he meets in the story were truly impacting as well. I found even more so in this one than the previous. The journey you take in this one with The Traveler is one beyond your imagination! Loved this one just as much as I did with the previous novel!

If you didn’t get the wonderful enjoyment of the previous book in the series, I do say you should look into it. I really loved this one, and I certainly highly recommend this book as well as the series to anyone that wants an out of this world adventure. And defiantly look up the author, their a high recommendation too!

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Seven Strengths: A Tale from Turaset (The Industrial Age) by P.L. Tavormina – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Seven Strengths: A Tale from TurasetSeven Strengths: A Tale from Turaset by P.L. Tavormina
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really loved the writing of this book, and how things had flowed out. I was hooked into the whole story line and how things went by. It was well done, and the writing and the characters flowed very nicely. I was very impressed, and the story kept me very interested as I read.

Celeste was a main contribute to the story in my eyes. I loved her mind and how she really thought and saw the word. She was your normal teenager I found in a small way , she wanted more than she had going on in her life What she was ca[able of though, I found very intriguing I found. I enjoyed the excitement and the suspense as I read through, it had a lot of moments you weren’t sure where things would lead to next. The side characters really added to the story line as well, everyone was easy to love, except maybe those who meant hard. But they still made the story what it was! Loved it!

Wonderful and intriguing story from start to finish. i could not ask for a concept of writing that was better. I defiantly am going to be looking up more books by this wonderful author. I highly recommend this book, I truly believe it is one that will be enjoyed by all. Has a bit of everything.

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Reverence of a Ronin by Bree M. Lewandowski – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Reverence of a RoninReverence of a Ronin by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazing, in every which way that it could be. I was amazed at the story concept, and how things went and developed, and how the characters faced the unthinkable through out the novel. It was well put together, and a easy read as well. I was very much content and interested as I read this book.

Loved the historical side of the story. Loved seeing the world through the eyes of a geisha. Its something hat makes you think, if that is how Aia saw the world, perhaps many who are a geisha see the world the same. I loved her outlook on life. Enjoyed her time and moments with Nen. He was defiantly more than he appeared at first glance I loved his deep underneath lining. The moments shared between these two really added to the story. Another factor I loved was the way the author was able to transport me to Japan, literally! I felt I was right there with all the fine details that they used. Beautiful and haunting is the best way to sum up my feelings. Wonderful read! Highly recommend!

Wondaful work of art story! The story mesmerized me through out my reading, and I could not step away even for a moment, as the constant desire of the book’s will power to see what would unfold next. Highly recommend reading this book if you have not yet, it is fo sure a must read! And the author as well!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Return of the Elf LordReturn of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was very impressed not just by the cover of this book, but as well as the story that unfolded right before my eyes. The story had a mesmerizing take as a treat for the readers, as well as the characters and the events that happened that brought all things to life.

Personally I loved the fantasy of this story. It was real to me, and the vivid descriptions of the book really took flight in a good way. I was amaze and read. I loved the characters, the good vs. evil was very strong in this book. Loved how the author played on words with morals of the characters with what is wrong and what is right. Also, how actions we choose can and will affect our life later on. The story was a fast [aced read and impossible to put down. I was impressed and amazed. Really loved this one!

As said, I loved this book with a passion. Defiantly a must read and recommend you reading this as quick as possible. It is a rare delight, best to be enjoyed. I can not wait to see what happens next in the series. The author has now gained a new fan to their fellowship! Recommend the book and author highly!

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Doctor D’s Orderly Affair (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Doctor D's Orderly AffairDoctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a long time fan of this amazing author, they always know how to pull you into the story, and give you that enjoyment you seek! This book was no different, I found it had a little bit of everything. I loved the characters as well as the plot. Fun and and engaging read!

The book was impossible to put down. Reading , I found there was more to Dr. D thank he wanted to be let on. He was a true mystery, but as with every mystery, there is something hidden that will eventually surface. I smiled a lot when reading this. It did not take me long, as I did not want to put it down. Loved the story and all the characters who intertwined with Dr. D! Wonderful read!

Highly recommend this book, it is a quick read and really brings on the sensational enjoyment with no holding back. The author is a must read as well, if you have not read their books as of yet. Once again I am very happy with their books, and most certainly enjoyed the heck out of this one!

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The Billionaire’s Slave by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Billionaire's Slave by Stacy-DeanneThe Billionaire’s Slave by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I never can get enough of this amazing and their books! They always give so much, and keep you interested as you read. This one was no different. I loved the historical side to the story. The romance was true bliss, and was not forced at all. Really enjoyed this one.

For me, Leon and Penny were something I thought at first glance, that were never to have a chance with what they could have between them. i loved penny’s personality who could melt the coldest of hearts. And Leon who wanted what he saw and admired, but never expected his walls to crumble. The story was very engaging. The romance was very real and I enjoyed the build up and how things progressed. There was a lot of historical additions to the story that made it very realistic. Very much an amazing read!

This is for sure one of my most favorite books by this wonderful author. I really fell in love with the story and the characters. It was beautiful and haunting, and kept me in anticipation wanting more. I highly recommend this gifted author, and of course this amazing addictive book of a story!

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A Bride for Noah (Brides of Broken Arrow) by Cheryl Wright – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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A Bride for Noah (Brides of Broken Arrow #1)A Bride for Noah by Cheryl Wright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was so beautifully written. The characters really made it come to life. I loved how the characters and how connectible they were, I found it was a story that made your heart tender and happy. I smiled a lot as I read trough, and really enjoyed everything I was able to take in.

Mary and Noah were two of a kind, literally. Both different and both so very much alike. I loved reading about them, and watching them basically fall in love. The things they took pride in really shad a shine to them who they were! I loved the simplicity of story and the romance between these two. It was captivating and sweet both at the same time. I loved the way the author created such a sweet story, it was a wonderful read, and I will for sure be looking into more books by this author!

Wonderful, sweet, and beautiful read. It was a quick read for me, but the feelings were very real as well. I was very much entranced by this book and constantly wondered how it would all play out. I was very happy when I concluded it. High recommendation from me for the author and the wonderful book!

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Journeys Through Collection: Volumes 1-3 by James Talisman – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3 by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been a loyal fan of this gifted author, since book 1. I was hooked, and fell in love with this series with no hesitation at all! The story is a treat for the mind, along with a visual experience for the eyes, that is so amazing saying extraordinary is an understatement!

The series has adventure, science, space, and of course characters you truly love, and some you truly hate. I love that each book is a different adventure, but the relations to each book in the series are undeniable. I enjoyed each one differently. Each one was impossible not to love. Each one took myself on a journey of its own that was a self discovery. To what it would be, well I did not know until my adventure started as I read the book! I love that the author has created such a series that is so captivating and mesmerizing as this one! This is by far one of the greatest works of writing I have ever gotten to read, I can not compare this series to another, its indescribable. It is a journey that you really must experience for yourselves. You need to read this series if you haven’t, its something will give you feelings and excitement as you read, and leave you thinking about the books as you finish them. Amazing and compelling series!

Love this series with a passion of my own heart! It has everything in it for myself to enjoy in different ways. I find the series offers a variety of different sensations to please very kind of preference for every reader. I love it, and I think very much you should read this series if you haven’t. It is not one to be missed by a long shot! Amazing author that really makes a story come to life wit all the right elements! Love it! Read the series and check out this author if you have not already! Freaking out of this world series!

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The Worry Knot by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Worry KnotThe Worry Knot by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had come across this book with intention to enjoy it, I did not expect to fall in love with this book or this author! But I truly did! I am moved by the words on the pages, it really got to my heart. It was a story I think all of us should read. I can not get over how amazing and thought through this was. It was different, than what I expected at first glance, I seriously am saying you need to read this, do not miss out!

As a sister of a brother whom is a wondaful boy, but gifted in a special way. (He is autistic) I really was moved and touched by this book. It really got to me. Having a sibling that is considered different and seeing how they act and have to view the world. And how the world views them. The aspects of how to view the world, and seeing how every family isn’t picture perfect was a wonderful view. I think it was a big eye opener for everyone that reads this. Even for me.

Another aspect I really enjoyed of this book, was that it was not all butterfly’s and unicorns. The family itself dealt with issues, emotions, and most of all, worked through everything as a family. It was powerful. It was realistic. It felt real, the feelings were real. This book really touched my heart and it is one I will not forget, and I will defiantly re-visit again. It is one that is well wroth a read and then some.

Loved this amazing novel and the amazing author who created it so much. Thank you to them for creating such a impacting story that warmed my heart in more than one way. I highly recommend the book and author. It is a must read. I highly say everyone needs to read this, no matter what.

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Unlock the Angel (Seraphim Angel Order 1) by Calla Zae – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Unlock the Angel (Seraphim Angel Order, #1)Unlock the Angel by Calla Zae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was as mesmerizing as the cover in which contained the words it spoke to me. I loved the story. There are always two paths, good and evil. How we choose to walk, defines and shapes our future. I could not get enough of this book or the characters, it was a really good read!

The story was whimsical from start to finish! I loved the story of the magical sense it brought forward. Cathy was a wonderful character, when she started to even in which she became. I was taken back by her in more than one way, also loved her tender heart and her personality. When it came to her and Dea, you did not just read their feelings or wants for one another, you felt them! It was amazing and powerful all on one. As the story pressed on, more came to light. I was hooked and was sad when I had concluded it I did not want to say good bye just yet. I will say hello though to the next installment!

Loved this wonderful and beautiful book. I was so taken by the book and the words it held. The writing was amazing and very addictive to say the least. I very much enjoyed reading and getting to meet these new characters. I do highly recommend this author and book, for sure is a must read!

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Midnight Masquerade (The Brightly Sisters Book 1) by Halley Larkin – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Midnight Masquerade (The Brightley Sisters #1)Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Truly loved this amazing and enchanting book. It reminded me very much of a fairy tale. I could not get over how much it related to a story of girl meets love of her life sort of thing. I did not expect the darkness or things hidden that came to light. Made me love this book and the story so much even more!

One moment can define your destiny. I found this to be true. But when does the fairy tale really end? I think the characters of Kosta and Charmaine. Both meet one evening, but that one night leads to a moment that changes all that they knew. Good or bad? There was no going back. I was very entranced where things happened from there. the story had its light factors as well as its darkness which I loved.

Both of these characters chose what they chose the night they met, really from where they came from. Not knowing all things come with a price. Both have to do things that will better serve them. There was more outside the walls of their mind, a darkness that could overfill their minds if they allowed it. The story as enchanting as it was, showed a fairy tale can not last forever. But, you also have the choice to make the most and best of it.

Loved this book. Super excited to read the next in the series as well. I was really amazed by the talented writing as well. I do highly recommend this addictive book and the characters. I found there was more to every side of the story with the characters. A must read for sure! Do not let this slip by!

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Road Rage (Outlaw Series Book 4) by Katrina Kantas – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Road Rage (OUTLAW, #4)Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOAH! I got to say this book was a trip in the most amazing way. I could really feel the story and the characters that it contained. I loved the adventurous side of the story, and how I found morals came into play, would you risk everything for acceptance? I was hooked and really enjoyed this book! I had not read the prior books in the series, but I most definably am going to now!

Gem was very relatable. She stayed more less on the “legal” side of the tracks. She had secrets of her own, and when they slowly came to light I found her character development was undeniable. I loved her as a person even more! Throw in Shep, so shows her his side of the tracks. The chemistry was undeniable. Was it true though? Is this what Gem wanted? Would she risk the safe life she knew for a chance to be with Shep and the people he toured the road with?

I found that was where Gem’s character development comes into play. To fit in, she had to risk all she knew as being safe. And take a trip of something she always felt so against. The outcome and ending of this book came with a fistful and punch! I was amazed as I read. I could not put this book down, and was seriously left wanting more when the ending sneakily creeped up on me! Loved it truly! Amazing book!

Loved this book. And I must with no doubt, read the prior boos in this amazing series I just came across! I really recommend this author and their book. As well as their series. It was so freaking good. I could not put this one down literally. Very highly recommend! Defiantly a a rare treat to be enjoyed!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a huge fan of this gifted author. The first two books hooked me and held me deep as I read and this one was certainly no different. The story brings you in the world to which the characters reside, and bring on so much development as use of description to make you really feel you are right with the characters.

I would defiantly say this one, is my favorite so far. I feel the author is so talented, they keep introducing new things to the next installment to keep the reader interested and for sure wanting more. I can never get enough of this series. Fantasy, space, good vs. evil, what’s not to love truly? I found the description use for the senses the author uses, sensational! Its really fine wok to achieve that I find, and the power it brings over you as you envision, is unlike no other!

What I love about this series, and this book especially, is the the way the book captivates and makes my mind work. It makes me use parts of my brain that I normally do not. It makes me think. Plain and simple. In a good way! The face flows very nicely and there is not a dull moment in this book. Wonderful and amazing read, I would not recommend passing this book up or the books prior in the series!

Love this series and the amazing work this author does so much! I hope they just keep on writing. I look forward to the new installments all the time! I can never get enough or bored with the books or series. I loved this one for reasons, you need to read this one. It is captivating and that’s all I shall say! Truly highly recommend this series, this amazing book, and this out of this world author!

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Lorrene Huisman

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not get enough of this book, and the writing. I love my paranormal stories. That goes without saying. I loved this one especially though, as it goes really deep into the depth of the characters and the paranormal side as well. This one was full of excitement, as well as suspense. Great read!

Aranha was a great character. I knew right from the start I would be drawn to her with no questions asked. She was convincing in her ways a as a character. She was a born species, that was unlike no other. I loved her backs tory and where she had come from. As well as who she was as a person. Interesting and fascinating all swirled in the same glass. i loved the side characters well They all made this great circles that really built the story as well as its flow. I loved the build up, all the way to the ending. I highly recommend it, I loved this book and really enjoyed the work of this author!

Wonderful read, full of everything and more for a great read! I highly recommend you picking up this book as well as enjoying work by this author. Both are a high recommendation and not ones to be passed up. The author wrote an engaging story, and I loved it. So happy I came across this book!

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Etched in this Moment (Etched Series Book 1) by Calla Zae – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Etched in this Moment (Etched, #1)Etched in this Moment by Calla Zae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a great read for me no words can define otherwise. I fell in love with the first few pages, and I could not get enough. I loved the characters and how things played out. I was left by the end wanting more. The writing was perfect, and held my interest all the way to the very last page and word.

This one was impossible not to love. Sophia and Theo were two characters that had pasts, but still knew deep down they were missing something. Their chemistry was undeniable. I related to Sophia a lot cause of her past, as I have been in a similar situation. Theo was a good guy from the start, he wanted to only protect her, but I got the impressing from their time together, Sophia really rescued him.

There was a lot of build up. You got so much at a time, and you were able to take it all on. I was under this book’s spell from the start. I fell in love with this book so much. I wish it could have lasted longer. I was not ready to let Sophia and Theo go. Amazing character developments between the two of them!

Loved this book truly. I will be looking forward to reading more by this gifted author. I rally loved the book, you get hooked right from the start. You then go down the tunnel and don’t want to look back or stop till you finish. it holds you and doesn’t let go. Amazing read!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a first time author read for me, but certainly will say it will not be my last. I loved how this book was written and put together. It kept things going, and was unlike most I had read. It was something that brought on a lot of questions in my mind, and truly had me intrigued all the way through!

I loved the murders and the mystery take on this book. Especially with the murders being of the royal court, this made the book much more interesting than other murder filled books i have read. There was a lot of twists and turns and I was guessing myself a lot as I had read through, I was kept in suspense, and trying to figure out who is in danger next. Lots of intrigue came with each passing sentence!

Personally, I loved Adrijana. She brought such a strength, that she was remarkable in so many ways. For everything she is being told fault for, it did not push her down, she got up and kept working to clear her name as well as what is going on in the court. I admired her for many reasons and I found she was a character that really made the story. Loved the person she was, and whom she became by the end.

Amazing and fun read. The suspense was real too. I loved the craftmanship of this book and the characters that surrounded it. Truly highly recommend this author, not one to passed up to say he least. Ans seriously, read this book, super high recommendation from me. It truly is a “royal” treat.

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a good read, and a fun one in fact I would like to say. The book gave us engaging characters. And the author knew how to keep us as the reader interested, and our toes in fact. I loved how each event led to something new, and questions of trusting your own constantly arose. Fantastic read!

I loved how the book is about a military, which was different from past books I have read that have been more less in the sci-fi genre. I found that alone gave the plot and atmosphere a different take rather than I would expect the story to be. The group we got to read about, I would say there were so realistic to me, they defended what they had to, no matter what. They were courageous and stood for something.

Something that I also really enjoyed was the constant questioning as I briefly touched on. I found that within this group there reasons for trust issues. And made myself wonder who could be a snake and who is actually true to their word? The story kept flowing really well and I could not put it down!

Wonderful and action packed read! I loved this book and this amazing author and I do highly recommend you read this book, as well as look into works by this author. They crafted this book so perfectly as well, it was one I really had a good time reading, and I will be looking forward to read more of their work!

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really had a lot of enjoyment reading this novel. I had not read the previous one, but I certainly will be now. I rally loved how the story came together with the characters. It was fun, and full of surprises, and it certainly kept me on my toes. It was very delightful to read from start to finish.

For me I loved the character’s and their personalities. i loved how different they were and could be. There was no awkward meshing, everything blended together perfectly. They made the story intriguing and full of wonder. I enjoyed all of the character development seen as well.

I enjoyed the adventure of the plot as well. it was different, and seriously I wanted to join the Sisterhood of Witches myself haha. Arabella was a strong character who had her own character development had really added to the events of the plot. I loved how her decisions made such a impact. Great read!

loved this book truly, and this was a first time author for me as well. Defiantly will be reading more of their work I recommend this author book, as well as this series. Not ones to be missed!

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a good feeling type of book, I had a lot of fun reading it, and enjoyed how things progressed and took place. The two main characters had their pasts, and their presents. What they needed though was their future. Perhaps it was right there staring them in the eye, and they both just had to embrace it?

This was actually a first time author read for me in all honesty, but I really enjoyed the descriptive senses for my sensory the author had used. It was like an art masterpiece, no spot or feeling went unlooked at, or in this case felt. It was beautiful and had the emotions associated as well. The story was a masterpiece being painted as the story went on, I could not help but love Gina and Bryce, They were two souls you really wanted to find their own happiness, and be to basically be happy. Loved them!

Something that I enjoyed in this book that is a bit different from other romance books I have read and enjoyed, was the fact that the characters had scars that were so vivid you could feel them for yourself. They were there, they hid them, yes, but when they surfaced, they were impacting. You felt every hardship, pain, and tear in those words written on the papers. It was real and powerful

This author is really amazing with her writing, and I could not put this one down at all. It was a book I just wanted to spend all day reading and well enjoying to say the least. Do not pass up this author or this amazing series, both are a very high and strong recommendation from me for sure. I will defiantly be reading more by this wonderful author, as well as the prior books in the series and new ones to come.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book with a passion of my own! I am a big sports fan, and hockey is one of the things that fuel my soul truly. I couldn’t help but love how this story went about as well as the characters, they were real and brought the story to life, it was very enjoyable from start to finish!

For me, I had a strong love affair for cheering for Brynn and Levi. They struck out and lost the game with each other in the past, but you could see old feelings die hard within each other. I loved how Levi was written, hockey orientated, but yet he had walls that were crumbling down when near Brynn. And same with Brynn, things were not dead for either, they both had to realize what they had, wasn’t truly gone.

I loved how the author wrote this, there were hardships and emotions within these pages, ad you really felt for both these characters and their surrounding elements. The story was a good paced read and it was very realistic. And it made my heart cry, smile, sizzle with excitement, and even gasp time to time. I loved this one and I will certainly recommend this book again and again!

The author wrote a free spirited book and brought to life with amazing characters as well. I enjoyed their writing style, and how the story went, not too fast, and certainly not slow. Just right. Highly recommend this awesome story/book and of course such a talented author as this one!

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, #4)Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

LOVE LOVE LOVE this author! I can not ever get enough of her books, let alone this amazing, installment in the series really takes flight. I loved the characters we got to read about in this one, I was very excited when i Knew it was to contain a certain character. I was not disappointed in any shape, form, or word!
Danger and passion can go hand in hand, but can darkness be overlooked to be allow yourself what you ache for most?

Elena was one over the books pieces of her were being put together, and if you read the previous ones, you learned something of her that was thought to be otherwise. She brought a lot to the table as a great character and I really loved her and the things hidden her mind and her heart, made a true and good impact on the story and how it progressed! She was brilliant and had her own sense of spunk, which I loved as it made her the person she was.

And Marco, he was a treat I would say! He was a guy that really sought after what he wanted, and would die for those he loved. He had a caring heart, and you could feel his pain in the words as the book started and through out. Both characters were truly undeniably real and a rare thing to read about. I loved these characters and this installment and how it progressed!

The installments just keep sucking me in more and more. I love learning about all the characters and how they all tie in together! I love this author and will recommend her times a million. And this series, my goodness, yes you need to read it if you haven’t read it already. This book alone, really brought on a lot of emotions an suspense! A must read and high recommendation from me. I will not hesitate to say that!

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Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by Carina Alyce – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter RomanceWildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fantastic read and great start to a new series, I could not get enough of the characters or the steam they both let out when ever they were near one another! I felt like I was constantly in my own steam room. I loved this book, it is one I would re read to enjoy as well for sure!

I loved how Leslie was the firefighter. I loved how she was the career driven woman. And we had Trevor who was a player of one of my favorite things, football! I loved how real they were, with such things as do not get attached, what the night was, was what it was sort of thing. I loved how their passion and want for one another was really strongly there right from the start, but as you read on you got to learn about each ot them, and why they are hesitant in the ways they act. They were vividly real characters!

Another thing I loved was the author took two characters who were not only real, but really had issues to work through together, and decide if this was the game they wanted and do a touch down, or very much, a fire to be put out. I loved the ending also. I could not have pictured it better. This book kept me interested, and happy feelings as I read through, hoping the best for these two hearts!

Wonderful read. Defiantly a good, hot, steamy read. With emotions that really bring everything to the table. I do highly recommend this must read author and their amazing book. Do not pass them up, this was a real treat, and it is one I surely will be reading again to get my seconds!

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Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, #0.5)Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a treat to read for me! I do highly love my passionate books as well as Mafia books. This one was a true engagement from the start, the spice and temptation it brought on, was more than amazing. It was a perfect blend. More like a dessert where you take one bite, and you know you want more.

Something I really enjoyed about this one, I loved the characters yes. They made the story, with out a doubt. The darkness in this book, between the events, as well as the characters really, and I mean really, made me get sucked into this gem of a novel. It was a good read, but not all lollipops and daises between the characters. There was the darkness I would say within a lot of the characters that had to be expelled out of them at different times. And to me that made the characters very relatable and real!

Also the chemistry between Aly and Luca was the spiciness I love and enjoy with all my heart. The moments they shared together, my kindle was needing a fan on it I swear. You really felt the lust and the passion between them. Knowing the darkness within each other, it did not stop the suspense of the feelings of when ever they were near. What I loved about that, was it was not just about that, there was so much more. Even though they did not want to show it to the world, it was there. Through the reading the characters development was perfectly done. I will be reading more of this series with no doubt!

I loved the writing style of this amazing author, and how they suck you in and hold you there as you live on every word, and wonder with anticipation what will happen next! A must read author and certainly a must read book! Highly recommend up Don’t pass this book up, you wouldn’t pass up dessert would you?

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a book, not to be passed up in any form or shape at all! I found the adventure astounding in more ways than one. The descriptive techniques by the author really created a visual masterpiece I really enjoyed how the story flowed, with the author’s technique and making the story come to life!

I am someone as much as Thomas I would say, who loves to go on the adventure of a nature walk, but I like him, would not expect anything more to come of it. What happened to him was visually amazing and something beyond his eyes and mind I would say. I loved the adventure itself, what he got experience was something that an experience for the reader as well, visually speaking. I loved how things flowed from that moment on and what happened and what Thomas got to experience. Breathtaking book, I could not put this one down. It was a book I will not forget reading. When I concluded it, I felt very much at peace, and full of amazement with visual images soaring through my mind! Loved it!

A very impressive author in writing I would say! Highly recommend this thrilling adventure and this very creative author as well. Both are very high on my recommendation list! Truly a treat, and not one that should even be considered to be past up. The book takes you on a journey, that is far beyond the far corners of your imagination. Loved this beautiful book and for all it contained!

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Wild Hare’s Daughter (Wild Hares) by Laura Koerber – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Wild Hare's DaughterWild Hare’s Daughter by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am not one who strays at all from reading this amazing author, I always find myself hooked so easily in any of their books they write, they know how to keep the reader interested, and really pull you into the world of the story. I loved the flow of this one, there was tons of surprises ​down this rabbit hole to say the least.

I think I can speak for just about any of us that to our family there is a lot of questions sand self wonder. In this one we follow the foot prints that lead our heroine to he truth of her family and what was, and perhaps even what is. I was astounded as I read through, and especially as things got exposed to say and come to the light. The tale was gripping and full of amazement at every turn. This was a book I could not stray from, and honestly very enjoyable. I would say one of my top ones by this wonderful author. Truly not an author or book to be passed up!

Again, I am a true fan of this author. I enjoy their books always as they are all different I a special way. This one by fa, really excelled and fascinated me in a new light. Seriously read this one! Highly recommend this book and author, defiantly!

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles Book 2) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles, #2)To be a Fae Guardian by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love with this author with everything within me! This amazing author always gets me hooked on their stories they wave and paint the picture of! This series has quickly become one of my favorites, I enjoyed the story of the previous, but this one had a lot of character recognition built up and as a reader, I was able to play off that, and see the growth of these character’s with the story, it was amazing start to finish!

For this one regarding our heroine, Titania, she was amazing as the character in the previous, to say the least, but this one she became stronger minded than I ever could have imagined! She has from the previous as well as this one, taken on a lot duties, appearance to uphold in terms of how she is viewed, and let alone trying to do the best she can , and help her kingdom! She is remarkable, and I loved how she adapted to her world and things that happen between these two books! Love her!

Story wise there was a lot of stuff happening, I found it all very suspenseful. I loved how the author played upon the events of the first book to this one, and you continue where things had left off. I love truly how this author makes a magical world with strong description as well come to life, it truly was beautiful to imagine Tatiana’s kingdom. I love how even in the previous we had a lot of non stop action, and this one still held its suspense, but the action toned down, and I found the fate of Tatiana and who she has become and is becoming was focused strongly on. I love this amazing author’s writing. A must read for sure! Honestly, this book was wonderful to read, as was the previous, Marvelous read!

Again, this book alone is a must read, and it would be a good idea to read the first installment in the series. The author is very good at all they do and write, they are a high recommendation from me period. Needless to say, this book and series is a recommended read as well! Don’t pass this author/book up!

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this series with a passion! I can not get enough of this book series, Dahlia is a wonderful heroine and I really admire her for all she is. This book I really enjoyed in the series thus far for how the development as well as the darkness hidden in Dahlia was. It was gripping and deep down that rabbit hole!

Dahlia once again has something to unravel, and knowing her, you know for a fact she has a plan in some form up her sleeve. I loved her interactions with Alex. They really made a great duo and love what they have between them, if its friends or more, depending how you look into it. I love how every book Dahlia has danger to over come, but for me this one was different than the rest. This specific installment I found we got a more deeper sense of who Dahlia was and all she keeps hidden, her demons mean. If her secrets was found out what would that mean for her, and her place she has learned to call home?

As said this book series is amazing, and it really gets better and better and deeper with each book I read about Dahlia. The danger and the shapeshifter essence of the book really drives my soul deeper into the plot. I can never get enough, I always want more answers. I find Dahlia awakens that part of me. No matter the danger or if a sacrifice or some part of her to say, she will not rest to she achieved what she has sent herself out to do. The story is gripping and this book ,currently is my favorite so far in the series!

If you have not read this book or this series yet I highly recommend you do so! I love this series and this author with a passion. I love how each book in this series builds up more and more, and your interest never dies down. Highly recommend the book, series, and author. A must read for sure!

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