Fight for It by Amy L. Gale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ray is a retired boxer returning to his hometown and Alyssa has never left. Being her brothers best friend they knew each other for most of their lives and now the attraction can be more than a childhood crush.
This was a fast moving story and I found I wanted more as I really enjoyed these 2 and the way they balanced each other.
Hanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was my first read by this author and I was very happy to have found this book. Mystery is always a favorite and this brought it all! Will be reading more as I enjoyed the writing style and story
Repair by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Charlie and Trent aka Tank, have known each other almost their whole lives. Tank is Charlies brothers best friend and she has always been attracted to him.
The sparks were flying with these two and I was here for it!
Brothers best friend books are my weakness as I love to see how the brother takes it.
I was so wrapped up in this story and I hope I get to read more, maybe Jude’s book? Or a wedding novella of these 2? Amazing read.
Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Dangerous Curves box set is books 1-3 of the the Cozy Christian Mysteries series.
Sunshine Baker was so relatable in many ways for me and im jealous of her job, well “jobs” .
I enjoyed all 3 of these books and after finishing each it became my favorite. These are perfect for an afternoon read to cuddle up in a comfy spot and get lost in the pages. Cant wait for more!
So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Best friends to lovers and enemies to lovers are my top 2 tropes I love and this book melded those 2 together in the most perfect way. I was on an emotional roller coaster through this with these 2. Dahlia and Levi took me for ride here with their story and was a great addition to this amazing series.
Hairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
First book by this author and I loved it! Between the cats, Ellie the main character, her business and just the whole town feel kept me intrigued and hooked.
I loved trying to figure this out as i was reading and I was way wrong! I hope this is a series as I want more
Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A promise made, but can she keep it? I liked this story and how much I connected to Athena in a way I didnt think I would.
What a great group of girls to have found and stuck together. I cant wait to see where this series goes!
The God by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really loved the first book and this one just sucked me again and I was lost in this world again. I cannot wait for the third book as this author knows how to capture your attention and immerse you in this world where you feel like you are right with them!
Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ive really enjoyed this series and each book gets better than the previous. I love a good mystery and this was a great one to dive into and grt lost in the pages and twists and turns the case took.
Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is part 2 to this title and you must, must, must read part 1 first.
This book picks up right where we left off in part 1 and i thoroughly enjoyed this book. I dont like saying I liked this “better” its just this has the conclusion we were waiting for so believe it just makes us feel complete as these 2 parts go hand in hand, you need part 1 to have part 2.
Loved it! Wont be giving details, as these books are best enjoyed through your own eyes.
Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
On the verge of ending it all, Sam misdials his brother and calls Ellie, who also is on the verge. This was a book that kept me intrigued the entire time. But do kindrid spirits really fan the flame or will outside forces ruin what they’ve found?
The Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really loved this story as Jody is not the “normal” main character. Shes got flaws and felt more like someone I would be friends with.
I love this authors story telling as you get everything you need and you can just picture everything in your mind like you are there with them.
Snowflakes and Holly: A Small Town Christmas Romance by Jae Dawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Christmas is July anyone? I love stories set around the holidays and reading this on a scorching hot July day made it all disappear for a bit.
Holly and Blake had me laughing and rooting for them from the beginning. Both with losses they must overcome and work through. And I love this town and the people we meet and see from previous books too!
Taking Flight by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book, even when I eas frustrated but thats what makes a great book. When it can get me to feel any sort of way, thats a win. This can be read as a standalone but i would recommend reading in order as you do see characters from the previous book in here.
I hope we get to see more of this town and these people, I will be first in line to read it.
Death of a Coupon Queen by Jenna Harte
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was my first read by this author and I really enjoyed it. Sophie finds herself wrapped up in the mystery of her coupon group members death. I really enjoyed this story and felt connected and really couldnt put it down. Will be reading more from this author
Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read by Ashley Bostock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Very quick read was done in about 15 minutes.
We meet 2 neighbors who are friends but hide their true feelings until one night. I think if this was a full story i would have enjoyed it more. Just dont like not knowing more about the characters. Was funny and sweet, just short.
Confessions of a Sophomore Prankster by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I went into this blind as the cover and title caught my attention enough.
This Wasnt what i expected as I really expected Brandon to be a jerk and not care about anything and he proved me way wrong.
While a quick read i really enjoyed the story from beginning to end and would love to read other stories from the side characters.
Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I will preface this by saying if you have triggers while reading, this will tick alot of those boxes. This isnt for the faint of heart and i was so emotional with this book. I have cried and screamed at many of this authors books but this one, this one knocked me down and kept me an emotional mess with a lot of it.
Niran and Saffie, I dont even know how to explain without laying it all out there. But I know their story will have you a crazy mess and begging for the next part because that cliffhanger ending has me ready to beg for part 2 now. If you need the next part immediately then wait for part 2 to be released before even starting this one.
Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love a good friends to lovers book and I love brothers best friends books too, and this one mashed those up perfectly. I really liked this story and how sometimes it takes someone else to show you what you’ve overlooked for so long and to show you respect.
Tom is a nice guy, and proposes he and Chelsea date for 7 full days so he can show her how she should be treated and that nice guys deserve a chance too.
I cannot wait to read the rest of this series!
A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series just keeps getting better and better with each book! What I love the most is that while these characters arent real, they have real and relatable issues, problems, insecurities.
When i open one of these books i feel like im sitting down with an old friend to catch up and see what has been happening in their life.
Least Likely Suspect: Revenge by Cooper McKenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am sitting here trying to come up with words to express my thoughts on this book and i dont think i can even come close to doing it any justice.
We meet Samantha, and like any mother would do, runs at the first word of anything happening with her child, grown or not.
Through the events she wants revenge of course but with some help she gets a purpose to her life again while working towards that goal.
I really hope we get more of this story or even more of the characters on this one. I was hooked to see what happened and I will be the first to say i am not a fan of flipping between past and present but it was done well here and needed for the story.
Unlikely in Love by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Unlikely in Love was the first book I’ve read by Ashlie Knapp and I fell in love with it from the beginning. Told in dual POV of Annabelle and Wyatt, we see each of their inner feelings and turmoil they go through.
Annabelle gets the surprise of a lifetime when the lawyer reads her grandmothers will and states the amount of money she’s been in the dark about. When she gets asked by Wyatt if she needs help on the farm, she’s shocked and also instantly attracted. She guards her heart and he hides his pain. Can she move past the mistakes she’s made?
Wyatt is a war hero and deemed not ready for work, but that doesn’t stop his dads meddling. As he works on Annabelle’s farm, and then starts to date her, he’s happy again. When Annabelle’s nice gesture backfires, he needs a few days alone. But the pain of not seeing her is worse than he expected. Can they move forward?
Who knew Annabelle’s crazy grandma could essentially bring these two together even if she’s no longer here. I loved these two and their friends as well, I was laughing along with them all.
These two were so different and they complimented each other well. I can’t wait to read more from this author and I hope maybe we see someone for Griff??!!
The Arsonist’s Handbook: A Gripping Psychological Thriller by L.A. Detwiler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was one of my favorite books ive read in a while! I was hooked from the start and I love how what I thought was not what it all really was.
I couldnt stop turning pages to see what would happen next and I will be reading more from this author in the future!
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I will say first this ends on a cliffhanger so I am patiently waiting for the next one. RH isnt my usual go to read but the blurb drew me in and I knew I had to read it.
I highly enjoyed this book and couldnt put it down.
House in the Woods by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What an awesome book this was! At first I had time trying to connect with Molly but after I learned more of her life and how things were, i was able to find i understood her a little more and why she was the way she was.
This had some twists and turns i Wasnt expecting and some of the things i guessed but not 100% (i was shocked at the depth of things)
What a great read and was a wonderful afternoon read!
The Divine Devils by R. Weir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
While this is on the longer side, every word was worth it.
I really didnt know where this was going to end up as every time I thought I knew even just a little bit, I was thrown in the other direction (love and hate when that happens, its a good thing).
I love action movies and this could pass for a manuscript for one and that is saying something. Cannot wait for the rest of this series!
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a great book! And the illustrations, blew me away! So bright and vibrant my kids loved to see all the animals.
The story itself is a great message too, we could all use a reminder to be better about leaving places we visit better than when we arrived and to keep it clean and green for future generations.
Lighting the Path: Leaning into a Hopeful Future as a Special Needs Parent by Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I wish I had this book years ago when our special needs journey started. Its very isolating and all you want is someone in your corner saying you are doing everything you are supposed to be doing and no ones path is exactly the same.
As a mother of a special needs child this hit home and gave a voice to thoughts ive had for 13 years. Reading about her and her daughters journey felt like talking with a friend.
I recommend this to anyone even if you dont have this journey to walk yourself, chances are you know someone or you will and this helps open your eyes to many things we go through and how you can just be there
Brink of Denial by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Well I thought the book before this was amazing and this just blew that thought to pieces. I wont give any details as I like to read for myself and give everyone else that benefit too.
I couldnt put this down and at a certain point i was clutching my kindle and i couldnt read fast enough. These two authors know what they’re doing when writing a story! Cannot wait for more!
Blue Summer Part Two by Everly Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good continuation from book 1, which I highly recommend reading first.
In this part we still see the fight against the sorcerer but with some new found information they may now have a secret weapon.
I really enjoyed this and wouldn’t mind seeing stories from others in this clan or even longer stories as I felt I wanted a little bit more as everything happened so so fast.
