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Interception by Angela McPherson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Interception (Distraction #3)Interception by Angela McPherson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

College is coming to an end and the world is their oyster. The plans that Tristan Daniels and Elle Richards are piecing together are at a standstill. Elle knows what she wants but Tristan has yet to make up his mind on what he wants. Elle knows what she needs to do to help him along. Just when things are looking up for them as a couple an unexpected discovery throws them for a loop. Tristan watching the one he loves suffer decides to take things into his own hands
and call in the troops. After coming to grips with another loss they are yet again hit with something from the past that no one in a million years saw coming. Hardships have been fought, some they have lost and others they have won but this, this will definitely put their relationship to the test. The will be the ultimate sacrifice. Tristan and Elle’s friend, Paul is home from his stint in the army and wants to rekindle the love he believes is his. Will Elle & Tristan be strong enough to weather the storm that has been thrust upon them or
will it be too much for them as a couple? Will Elle accept the changes to come for the man she loves or will it all be too great a sacrifice? Can Tristan and Elle accept that their lives will forever be changed and move forward together? When old and new friends come together will it be to much to disrupt and destroy friendships that they have. Will Paul be able to put the past behind him and move forward?
This is the final book in the series with a lot of ups and downs, wins and losses. It was such an emotional journey and it is a great way to finish up the series.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Skypunch (Ascenders #2) by C.L. Gaber – Review by Sheri Schrader

Skypunch (Ascenders #2)Skypunch by C.L. Gaber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Ascenders: Skypunch” by C.L. Gaber is the second book in the Ascenders series. This book continues the adventures of Walker Callahan and Daniel Reid in the Realm. They have returned from the living world after realm jumping but now must face their punishment. Without giving too much away, they are given a deal by the Higher Authority. Will they fulfill the challenge or back out?
This book continues with many of the characters we enjoyed in the first book, plus introduces some new characters also. I enjoyed the continued development of Walker, Daniel, and the Reid family. Also, their friends from the Academy such as Iz, Bertha, and Tosh. We are introduced to the students of Freak U. such as the Claires and Tor and revisited by the Wargo boys from ITT. I especially enjoy the special teachers, members of the Higher Authority, and other members of the faculties involved with the various schools.
I loved that the second book picks up right where the first one left off. Keep this in mind and read the first book first. I’m sure it could be read as a standalone but would not be as suspenseful. The development of the characters and the concept of the Realm is different and entertaining. The story is original and different. What a concept that teens who pass too soon have a chance to continue their stories. I was excited after the first book still is after reading the second book. I cannot wait to see where the story continues.

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Just Live by Shaan Ranae – Review by Jana Teppih

Just LiveJust Live by Shaan Ranae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just Live by Shaan Ranae is my first encounter with this writer and I have to admit, it left me in ruins … in emotional ruins. I finished the book couple of days ago and when I woke up this morning, it was still on my mind, it refuses to let me go … I have read already couple of other books since I finished it but my thoughts circle back to it …
It is an extremely emotional story of Kathryn James aka Katey, a journey filled with pain and suffering, a story that takes you to such extremes that you wonder if you will survive … I cried so hard that I started hiccupping … I got enraged and started thinking how could I, personally, get involved and make a difference … I laughed and smiled and dreamed with her and I have been looking for dust particles in the sunlight ever since …
This story reminds us that we all have a responsibility to each other as humans, it also reminds us that we need to look after ourselves as well, we all matter. This story took me back into my history and reminded me of all those great people who have been there for me in the pivotal moments of my life, who are the reason I am still here, today.
Thank you Ms Ranae for this raw and beautiful book, I hope that it is not your personal story, if it is, I rejoice in the bright future you have ahead of you. I will be on a lookout for your next book, I am sure it will be another amazing one.

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The Spark (The Carolina Connections #2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jana Teppih

The Spark (The Carolina Connections #2)The Spark by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Spark by Ms Stewart is the second book in her Carolina Connections series but you can totally read it as a standalone. I loved the first book and I was looking forward to Fiona and Mark’s story and Ms Stewart did not disappoint me! It was a fun and fast-paced 384 pages!
I know, I know, Ms Stewart plays on the age old stereotypes of ‘opposites attract’ and ‘the man-whore will settle down when he meets the right girl’ and ‘the blondes are ditzy’ but the story was far far from the stereotypes when you let yourself dig deeper and really go along the ride that Fiona and Mark took you on!
Both of the characters are their own type of crazy and you cannot stop laughing AND crying and swooning to yourself while reading … I simply loved the way Fiona got off into tangents when speaking and how easily she got distracted and I absolutely melted when we experienced her loving and caring ways over and over again. One really fell for Mark when getting better understanding of where he comes from. Both of the characters are forged through fire and the questions that you constantly have drumming back in your mind while reading is – will they find their way to each other, will they believe in each other, will they take a chance…
I recommend to grab a glass of wine, settle down in your reading spot and enjoy the hours you’ll spend with Mark and Fiona! I am personally looking forward to the next installment!

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Kisses Under the Spotlight (Alex Jackson, #1) by Joanne Dannon – Review by Jana Teppih

Kisses Under the Spotlight (Alex Jackson, #1)Kisses Under the Spotlight by Joanne Dannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kisses Under the Spotlight by Joanne Dannon is the first book of the Alex Jackson series. It is my first encounter with this writer. I have to say that she will be joining the other Aussie writers that I love and whose next books I have noted down in my Google calendar.
Ms Dannon has a unique way of telling her story and you hopelessly get hooked up as it is an emotional fast paced story filled with twists left and right that simply doesn’t let you go until you have finished it. It is a story of two people who both carry heavy baggage with them. They need to find a way forward and towards each other through the pitfalls of their past. In addition, they come from different parts of the society – Alex is a superstar and Violet is a physiotherapist who is used to working with people in the spotlight but who does not feel comfortable herself in the spotlight. We are constantly aware of how the world of spotlights influenced Alex and Violet’s decisions and actions.
What I loved about the story was the lightness of it, despite some heavy universal matters that the author is tackling. She teaches us that love overcomes and heals everything, she restores our faith in love.
I recommend the story to all of you cynics that need a push to get out of the funk and start believing in happily ever after, even if it just in a book world! I personally am looking forward to the next book!

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Seraphina’s Initiation by Sheena Hutchinson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Seraphina's Initiation (Seraphina, #2)Seraphina’s Initiation by Sheena Hutchinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nate knows the moment Seraphina has made her decision, a decision she has made to keep those she loves safe. Seraphina has made her decision and has packed and said her goodbyes but still finds it extremely hard leaving behind all she has known. She realises she has to lie to those she loves and she doesn’t know when she will get to see them again. Now she is moving in with her boyfriend, her fallen angel, Nate. Now it is Nate’s turn to teach, train and mentor Seraphina with all that he knows to help her with her new found powers. Jack misses seeing Seraphina and constantly contacts her. He can’t deal with not being in Sera’s life and after seeing Seraphina and Nate together finally decides to take drastic measures. Jack does something he has sworn he would never do, something that he may not be able to come back from. Will this bring Jack and Sera closer together or will this finally be the end of their friendship? As Nate and Sera try to come to terms with what she is exactly, what she has become and what she can do, they have to deal with the strange occurrences, disappearances, dreams and demons. But can Nate keep her safe when he doesn’t have the powers he once had? Will the battle for good or evil prevail? Will Sera do the one thing she wants more than life and that is to keep Nate safe?

This book is the second book in this series the first being Awakening which I really enjoyed. Seraphina’s Initiation certainly does not disappoint. I love the characters and Sheena makes a perfect blend of humor and seriousness and Seraphina and Nate are the perfect blend of strength and vulnerability. This is one story you won’t want to miss.

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Fated by A.S. Roberts – Review by Tracy Manderson

Fated (Fated #1)Fated by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fated (Fated #1) by A.S. Roberts
4 out of 5 stars

This is my first read by Ms. Roberts and it was great from the get go, loved the style of writing and the characters this is such an awesome captivating read I can’t wait to get my teeth into this authors next works. This story filled me with so many emotions. I laughed out loud, cried, fell in love, had my heart broken, was frustrated along with the characters and I also felt their joy.
Frankie has known loss and disappointment in her life. She finally has the opportunity to shine and help others. Her latest job has brought her back to the States, where she decides letting go of her grief and moving on is exactly what the doctor ordered and her life will be forever changed. She comes face to face with a sexy and irresistible blast from her past; she realizes that this time she just can’t walk away.

Alex Blackmore is an assertive and controlling CEO, who is shackled to obligations the obligations he didn’t necessarily want. But now that Frankie is back in his life, he knows exactly what he does want and will have her. As their relationship intensifies, Alex’s worlds collide and their past resurfaces, threatening to destroy what they’re both working toward letting go and moving on.
Can Frankie and Alex fight their demons and embrace the future they’re FATED for?

I instantly connected with Frankie, and Alex they were strong independent characters that you can’t help but love. The supporting characters of Bella and Nathan rounded out the story perfectly. There is a small glimpse into Bella and Nathan’s lives that will make you want more of their story. Lucky for us, they will be getting their own book coming soon.

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Tracy Manderson

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