Black Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Just when I thought I knew what was going on and what would happen, I was thrown for a loop. This book needs to be read with no interruptions as it just holds you between the pages and keeps you there. I really enjoyed this.book and will be reading so much more from this author!
Murder off Route 82 by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Very fast paced book, and while I have read the previous books in this series I dont feel its completely needed to read them to read this book but it may help to understand who our characters are a little bit.
We follow our main leading young lady who gets asked to help with a mystery of a friend and her boyfriend who are missing.
I was able to keep up but felt some things could have been explained a bit more but otherwise a good book. And did not see that ending coming, at all!
Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh my goodness, this town is my favorite and i want to live here!
CC can only count on herself and her 2 best friends in life. She’s got a crush that if she has anything to say about, will go nowhere, on the towns medical professional Brant.
These two, oh I loved them more than the previous books, they fought so hard and learned so much.
I really enjoyed the laughter and the sweet moments.
What a great book!
Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really have to be in a certain mood to read bully romances and it seems I was in one of those when i started this book.
I was so heartbroken reading this and how awful everyone was to our lead female, not just our “bully”. She told absolutely no one as she had no one.
Then her saving grace moves to town.
I really liked how he was the middle ground for both parties and was able to bring some clarity to the three year long bullying.
I really felt for her and i felt things went too fast in forgiving but this is a book so i understand.
Really a great read.
A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
As usual with this author i loved this novella. I always say i want more even if its hundreds of pages but this one i really did want more but also this was perfect for this story. I did need to wipe a few tears away but this really got me more into the holiday spirit and to appreciate the family and traditions we seem to take for granted. I absolutely loved this story and this town this author has constructed.
Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely loved this story! Time is a precious thing but even after so long, love stands the test. I love our main character and all the glimpses of him we have seen in books throughout other stories and to see him get his time to shine was all i could have wanted to see.
Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a great story! My 8 year old was the most captivated by this. And she says all the time, “I might be having a bad day but doesnt mean I have to make others have one too”. She always tries to find the better part of a problem than dwell on the bad parts. And that struck a chord with her in this book. Great story and loved the pictures and would have loved more!
Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a new to me author, but now I need all the books!
I enjoyed this book as it took you into the story and the character development.
This was different, but honestly a great different as it was a storyline ive not read before.
Our main female character is a cop, with a new partner who we know is undercover to investigate if she is fit enough to continue her job. The way this author weaved this story is one you must read to fully get. Cant wait to read more!
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Thoroughly enjoyed this story! I understood the reasoning behind the first couple of chapters, to set up who Caspian is as a character, but keep going. I fell hard for him. What a great book. I felt it all and loved everything!
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a cute book for kiddos at that age where they start to question the magic of Santa.
I read this first and decided to hold off on reading to my daughter as she isnt quite there yet.
A gentle way to explain and the illustrations were so beautiful!
Surprise Baby for Mr. Fischer by Stephanie Harrell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
These 2 were a treat to read about. Talk about a stubborn woman, but with every right to be.
Finding herself pregnant to a man she only knows by one name and no mean of communication with him, we see how strong she is doing things on her own.
When fate steps in, they are both thrown cureveballs they didnt see coming and must fight to overcome.
Who will tuck tail and run first?
Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I completely loved this book. These two had me laughing, and rooting for them the whole time.
Not wanting to open her heart to love, Nadia is fighting her feelings for Luke.
I love this series of brothers and them finding love. This is a great series of standalones but you’ll want to read them all no matter what.
The Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a read! This was a smoking hot read. I really loved reading about Lauren and Mark. You could feel the connection between these two even though there wasnt supposed to be any involved in this one night stand.
I was able to dive right in to this story and not come back out until the end.
Great read!
Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My goodness, this is my new favorite read from this author!
You can read this as a standalone as it follows another couple than book 1, but a great series so I suggest you read it anyways!
Following Breckin and Griffin, two people hurt by love and life. Not two people you would imagine being together but my goodness what a pair.
I really loved this story and the characters. You couldnt help but root for these two, feel the pain of the both of them and just want to hug them and be friends.
Highly recommend!
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Dare I say I loved this book as much as, if not a smidge more, than the first.
If you dont read book 1 and immediately dice into book 2, the author has kindly put a character list in here (which I needed for a refresher)
I really loved these characters and their story. I felt all of it, the love, danger, suspense, you name it it was in here.
Great new series and Cant wait for more!
Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I must commend this author on her research of this disease, it shows in her writing here. I havent had a good cry in a bit and this one broke the floodgates wide open. I was put through the ringer with this one and was in the middle with my feelings about it at the cliffhanger . I will be reading book 2 as I want to see what happens and how the author takes this story along.
*if reading about cancer, treatments etc is hard for you, I would pass on this book*
Red’s Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I feel like I have waited so long for this book and it met my expectations! Ive been curious about Red since Turning Wheels and this was so much more than I hoped for. I loved the history and I absolutely Cant wait for part 2.
Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A great addition to this series! I loved Liberty, and her family. This got me in the holiday spirit and will be rereading again closer to Christmas for that feel good feeling this left me with.
When two people, so alike in career focus, yet so different in their backgrounds have to choose between their feelings or their work, it makes for a story you want to read.
Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Its been awhile since ive read a good Rockstar romance, along with friends to lovers and this didnt disappoint! As a new to me author I expected it to take a little bit to get a feel for their writing and Boy did she prove me wrong! I was hooked from page 1 and i read every page without missing a beat.
This series is going to be amazing if this book is only the beginning!
Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Being the second in this series, I couldnt wait to see how this story played out. And I must say I enjoyed this one more the first one and thats saying something!
We follow Lauren again, a few months after the first book ends. She is freelancing and is filling in at her ex’s office with the court also.
We get to see many sides of different characters as they are all part of different legal issues in this one and I loved thinking the worst of one person and being blindsided by who it was for real.
I was really hooked by this story I wanted to keep turning pages when I was done. I really hope we get another book, as i not only find myself lost in the pages of these books but I also like the small budding romance we see happening.
Wrong for Him by Christi Barth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a great book by a new to me author! I LOVE LOVE LOVE brothers best friend romances. This one was really fun to read and also heartwarming. I really felt a connection with these characters and felt they could be some of my own friends. I will be going back and reading the first 2 books as I felt a little lost on some things but it didnt take away from the overall story for me.
Fool Me Twice by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This isnt my first book by this author but it still took me for a wild ride. I was a bit confused at first as Shelby was in one type of POV and all others were told in another and usually took reading a few sentences to realize who we were reading about.
I really enjoyed this book as it kept me guessing and kept me turning pages to see what would happen next. Really makes you wonder if someone was to watch your life how quick would they learn your routine? Cant wait to read more from this amazing author
The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Being the third book in this series and picking up where the previous left off, i would read these in order.
This kept me hooked to the pages and wondering what was going to happen next in this amazing story. Cant wait to see what comes next!
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Kayla and Tanner meet in a very odd sort of way, with her checking out his backside while in line at the coffee shop.
What ensues after would only ever happen in a book or movie but I really enjoyed it.
Kayla is a single mom just doing her best and doesnt have time to date. Tanner is busy with work and starting his own business who also doesnt have time to date. But when they draw the line at no feelings, you know they will both end up hurt.
Really enjoyed this and the other characters in this story as well!
Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Only Logan could go away for a break after getting engaged and find a body.
This series keeps me entertained and I enjoy following Logan and how her life is playing out. I would recommend reading in order ao you can get to know Logan and her life .
Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Being my first book by this author i must say I was HOOKED from beginning to end. I devoured every word of this story.
Lauren was so easy to like and I felt like I was reading about a friend the whole time.
This one kept me on my toes and I had my suspicions but I was surprised I was wrong, way wrong.
I hope we get more of Lauren and these characters as this was just such a great read.
Stand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So I was really sucked into this book as it was written in a way that just grips you.
I felt like I was right there with Cady and experiencing all she was.
I will say that I did NOT expect what happened towards the end so wow and bravo to the author there.
Theres really no words to describe this book, its just an experience you have to read.
No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I cant even put into words how much I loved this book. Im afraid of even giving a little bit away so I will just praise the author here on her amazing talent to write an amazing story. I have read a lot by this author and this by far is way up in my top 5 (and thats saying a lot). I couldnt read this fast enough as I wanted to know what happened next.
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author and so it took a little bit to learn the characters and keep them straight. Once I figured that out it was a great read. I had my suspicions on our culprit but didnt think I would be right! Will be going back and reading the others in this series.
Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jake the growling dog has been a family favorite series in our house and this one was no different. My kids love the pictures more than listening to me read the story but they at least listen through the first time. I love how relatable these stories are.
