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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence Book 2) by Amy Rivers – Review by Michelle Troyer

Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kate and Tilly have had to deal with more than most people have and deserve justice.

The book focuses on sexual assault, rape and human trafficking. Not easy subjects to discuss, but the author does a good job discussing the topics.

I haven’t read the first book, but will definitely be doing it soon. This can be a standalone book though.

I’m excited to see where this series goes.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Michelle Troyer

What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author. I enjoyed how it teaches things to all who read it. Even adults can learn from it. It is about insects and what a katydid does and can eat. Very informative book for all.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Right off the bat I was intrigued by the instant connection between Tamaska and Kodiak, despite both of them fighting the attraction. I had not read any other books by the author, but I greatly enjoyed the world she created with shifters, vampires, and humans. I loved how well written the characters were and how well they worked together. Tamaska was such a wonderful female main character and I loved that she was so strong, Kodiak was such a sexy shifter and his abilities made him a great leading male. The author did a great job of keeping me in suspense of what was happening and I couldn’t put the book down. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and see where the series goes.

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Allison Davis

Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely love a grumpy/sunshine story where the male is the sunshine, and Evan is all sunshine. Getting to see his and CeCe’s background break my heart. Watching Evan and CeCe go from friends to the beginnings of a relationship, having to battle with sharing your pains with hear other and trusting them to run run away screaming. Small town, grumpy/sunshine, secret crushes, workplace romance, and wonderful food everywhere. What’s not to enjoy 😊

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Juls Dick

Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart is a really fun enemies to lovers romance. Ever since opening her dog grooming salon next door to his brewery and tap house, Cash and Hollis have been at each others throats. They are constantly trying to one up each other and carry out more elaborate pranks. When a misunderstanding causes Cash’s livelihood to become endangered, Hollis feels guilty and is determined to help him resolve it. It is only a matter of time before the thin line between love and hate is crossed. I really enjoyed this book, I love Cash’s family (especially his mum and Mango) I think this is a really strong start to the series and I am looking forward to finding out more about the other siblings.

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The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

The Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twistsThe Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twists by Tom Swyers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Last Cabin Girl is a suspenseful, twisty thriller that starts a couple months before the COVID pandemic takes place. The main character, Josie, lives in a small town in New York State. Josie is a waitress, and a prospective nursing student who is trying to divorce her abusive husband. Her husband is the town doctor who is also known to be a drug dealer and do shady business. The story starts at the beginning of the pandemic and you see Josie seem very paranoid about many things in her life, the pandemic, her husband, and the secrets that surround her family. She lives in her family’s cabin that is very isolated, but also holds certain memories of her past. She had witnessed a dead body in the river the cabin lives along, but no one believed her. She finds herself in trouble when her husband and many of her husband’s associates go missing or are found dead. Did Josie have anything to do with this? Is her family secrets part of the problem?

This book had a slow start in my eyes. Reliving the first handful of months of the pandemic in this book didn’t give me the motivation to just fly through the pages and chapters. However, once you started to be given little aspects of how many secrets were floating around this town, it started to pique my interest. By half way through the book, I wanted to know the secrets and where this was all going. Well, I was not disappointed. The twists and turns of this book had me saying OMG. I had so many aspects in mind about what could be happening, some of them I figured out, but was pleasantly surprised that I would never have come up with some of the other ones presented. Worth the read if you like mysteries.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Tori Werkheiser

Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ohh my, this book was fantastic. This story follows Regan, a southside local in Boston who meets Jeremy, the rich developer from LA. At first glance, Regan thinks she knows the kind of guy Jeremy is, the typical rich snob but once she gets to know him and they run into each other by chance she sees a different side to him. Can two people from completely different worlds fall in love and get their happily ever after is the question of this book. This love story was spicy and I didn’t expect it but loved it all the same. I appreciated the realness and heavy topics and the drama was just enough but not too far that it was overkill. I’m a sucker for dual POV and the epilogues always get me. This was a winner and it’s only the start of the month but this is a contender for best book of the month for me. 4.5/5

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Nite Fire: Slash and Burn (Book 4) by C.L. Schneider Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book is better than the last. Dahlia Nite is being hunted again, but thankfully this time she has a trusted team. This book is super action packed and I absolutely loved it. Please tell me that you are writing at least 10 more. LOL

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack, #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent book! My only complaint, I wish it was longer. I love Lily and Jason. Jason is the son of the Alpha King, and Lily is a human slave. After Lily cleans Jason’s room, he finds himself attracted to her scent. Jason knows he must claim Lily as his.

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The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan – Review By- Stephanie Driskill

The Traveler: Book 2The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Harry, who was once Little Brother and a few other names as well, has had his fair share of heartache and joy, friendship and betrayal, life and death. He has lived for eons whether through sleep or by being present and awake from stasis. The tales that the Traveler must tell are of joy, friendship, betrayal, hate, and love. I loved reading about the beginnings of man through the eyes of an eyewitness and following his journey to today. The book is filled with adventure and excitement and is such a great read! The Traveler will not disappoint those who crave a good story that is written throughout the ages and has a bit of new age energy thrown in. The characters are “real” and often quirky but easily relatable especially Harry. I now need to read the first book in the series and cannot wait for the Next adventure that Harry proceeds on. Pick up this book and read it!!

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An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo Book 4) by Calla Zae – Review by Mary Espinoza

An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo, #4)An Alien Storm by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I truly and thoroughly enjoyed this book! I could not put it down!! It was a little bit of danger, mystery, and a whole lot of love! I gave this book 4 stars because I wanted more! The author did an awesome job of describing the characters, the places and emotions that the characters were feeling at the time. Vanessa and Arkon, the book’s main characters have an electrifying relationship from the very start. I won’t go into too much detail because I don’t want to spoil it for anyone! This book is definitely a must read! I look forward to reading the other books in the series.

Mary Espinoza, March 2022

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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Melissa Saxton

Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider

Dahlia is back… trying to fight the blight before it destroys everything everyone knows. Her trusty sidekick is back along with her 3 lovers which makes an unusual but interesting team dynamic
Cue drama, betrayals and so many secrets!

Finding out if Dahlia can save everyone from the blight, find her own happiness and fight off the collectors and solve Murders will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire story.

The narrator in this book is also great. the characters become engaging due to the different tones of her voice while she reads. Truly enjoyed this!

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Trisha Cargile

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward

Checking Boxes
By: Magdoline Ward

Grace is a young adult who is trying to find herself in this world after she’s been thru some of her own personal Hell. Ian is the hot, young neighbor that lives in the same building. Fate would have them living together after Grace had enough with her roommate. The intensity, ferocity, and force of this story will be sure to keep you up turning the pages. You won’t be able to put down this story because you’ll want to keep with the pace that the author wrote.
Grace and Ian both have their own demons to work thru but doing that together may leave them broken. If you love love and if you love steamy romance, this is the book for you!

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Mermaid and the Rainbow: Mermaid Science by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Donya Pedigo

the mermaid and the rainbowthe mermaid and the rainbow by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mermaid and the Rainbow: Mermaid science is a really fun, cute read. This book brings science to everyday things allowing kids of all ages to see just how much science is truly around them. The bright colors of the illustrations really brought the story and characters to life. It is a fast read that can lead to a fun learning experience by recreating the science experiments from the book. I can’t wait to read this to the kids in my family the next time they visit.

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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

I absolutely love this series. Each and every book is just as exciting as the last and the more I read the more engrossed by the characters I become. It takes no effort at all for me to be swept back into this world and it is honestly like I never stopped reading.
This book is just as fast paced as the previous ones, engaging and entertaining throughout. I love how the story continues throughout the series and how effortless the author makes this appear. This is a fantastic series and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla) by S.B. Alexander – Review by Moriah Venable

The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla, #1)The Hunted by S.B. Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The concept of vampires and sworn enemies made me read this book.

Layla was raised to hunt and kill vampires and Sam is a vampire Navy Seal, meaning he is very strong.

His green eyes attract her. Is it possible her family was wrong about vampires?

I’ve been reading graphic novels a lot lately so it was fun to be sucked into a novel again.

The character development was amazing as was the plot.

This is my first novel by this author but it won’t be my last.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Hannah Porter

Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claiming My Mate was in my opinion really intriguing. I literally started and finished on the same day. I couldn’t put it down. Lilly was a good lead female, strong, loyal and never lets people keep her down, and this is just the beginning. I can’t wait to see her blossom as the story goes on. As for Jason man! I really think now that he’s found her he’s going to be unstoppable. I love the way he protects her and makes her feel safe after everything that has happen, and don’t get me started on his father😡 his downfall will be ever sweet  😗🤌(Chef kiss) I can’t wait for the the next book I’m counting the days til it’s released. I’m so happy I stumbled upon this. Great job Nicole Howl 👏

Ps. Trigger warning it does touch on sexual assault.

@bookmaniachp2012

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and Possibilities (Notebook Mysteries Book 2) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Ashley McMillon

Decisions and Possibilities (Notebook Mysteries #2)Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this book. I actually read book 3 before book 2 and I realized though the story does build upon each other, the book can be read as a stand alone! I loved learning more about Emma and her friends and becoming more familiar with the characters. The author is very good at creating depth to the characters, along with their romantic interests. The author loves to build upon stories to pique your interest, and I love a great mystery. If you love a mystery like I do you will love this series! I am looking forward to more development of these fun characters!

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Keeping Secrets (Grimm Wolves MC Book 4) by D.M. Earl-Review by Elena Tobar

Keeping Secrets- Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC #4)Keeping Secrets- Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So many secrets make for an amazing, intense read. This book is full of so many secrets that I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Iron is a new prospect for the Grimm Wolves and he has some secrets that he is doing his best to make sure never come out. He finds out that Chains is hiding some big secrets of his own and he isn’t going to stop digging until he finds out what Iron is hiding. Chains wants some dirt to make sure that Iron keeps his mouth shut. This story definitely takes you on a very emotion filled ride and I teared up so many times. The way that the Grimm Wolves step forward for their brothers is such a sweet thing to witness, they really are one big family and always have each other’s backs. This is a must read book that will keep you up until you get to the last page because you just have to see what happens next!

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Santa…Nope the Grimm Wolves (Grimm Wolves MC Book 3) by D.M. Earl-Review by Elena Tobar

Santa...Nope the Grimm Wolves (Grimm Wolves MC #3)Santa…Nope the Grimm Wolves by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved learning more about Beast and his family in this book. The Christmas twist is so much fun and it really shows what a close knit family the Grimm Wolves really are. They might be big bad bikers, but they truly look out for each other and are there when it really counts. Beast finds himself in a horrible situation that could cost him his wife and his child and he has to find a way to fix it and keep them all safe. There are so many parts in this book that made me tear up, laugh and gasp out loud. If you haven’t read any of the other Grimm Wolves books, I definitely recommend you do because you’ll understand the other members of the MC that much better. This book is really unique in that it tells this story from so many different viewpoints, including other members of the MC. This is one you definitely don’t want to miss.

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Gillian Fawell

Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back to Bunya Junction for the last book in the series – this makes me sad as I’ve fallen in love with the world and its characters but once again, it is brilliantly written.
This fourth book is a different kind of romance as the lead characters are married from the beginning (and not in a marriage of convenience) so that throws a new spin on things and shows the true side to all marriages – that there can still be miscommunication and misunderstandings. It also gives everyone hope that true love still exists if you’re willing to fight for it!
So goodbye to Bunya Junction, but still looking forward to future books by this author!

Reviewed by @sparkinside

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

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

Having grown up wanting to be a doctor and loving new babies, this third instalment checked all the boxes, not to mention the romance one of course. I had already read the first two books in this series so it was great to return to Bunya Junction and discover what all the other Carruthers siblings were up to since I last saw them. Love the rural Australian setting as well and picturing the town and all its characters. Highly recommended!

Reviewed by @sparkinside

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashly Renner

Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love Mafia romance, this book was no exception for me! I need to invest in the entire series because I need more! This was the first book I have read by this author, but I appreciate her writing. She has this ability to draw you in from the beginning and keep you hanging on, reading well into the wee hours of the morning when you should be sleeping. I love Luc and Summer’s story, the push and pull, the unexpected surprise, and the undeniable heat between them. This should definitely be a must read!

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An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo Book 4) by Calla Zae – Review by Angela Hayes

An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo, #4)An Alien Storm by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

An Alien Storm is the fourth book in the Soldiers of Saedo series by Calla Zae. I have read and enjoyed a few of Calla Zae’s books now, and I’ve noticed that she has a knack for storytelling that encompasses a lot of different tropes- but this is the first sci-fi romance of hers that I have read. As I always seem to find myself doing without realising, I have started this series a little backwards, as this is the fourth book in the series. Even though this book is well into the series, I was still able to read this as a standalone without any real issues. But having said that, I suspect there is an overarching back story that threads through the series, and maybe some recurring characters too- so I will definitely be going back to explore the rest of the series to discover what has happened previously, before continuing on with any new instalments.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Calla Zae!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Erin Wolf

Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and ChallengesNotebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been following this series and was excited to pick up this book. Emma is such a progressive character for this era. If I was a little girl in that time period, she would have been a woman to look up to. Not only that, she cares deeply for those she calls her family and wants to protect those who need help.

This book continues her story as her life and career progress. This isn’t just a story revolving around one mystery. Just when you think the mystery is solved and everyone can relax, something else pops up, needing to be solved. I like this style, it keeps the mind constantly intrigued. This isn’t all just about solving mysteries either. Relationships are progressing, and new friendships are made.

Overall, this is a wonderful historical mystery book that I highly recommend. It is better in my opinion to read the previous books first.

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Heather Goodman

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection, #2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These characters are so relatable. Get ready for surprises after surprises. Once you pick this up it’s really hard to put it down. This author really knows how to draw you in and make you feel like you are right there with the characters.

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Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection #3) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Heather Goodman

Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection, #3)Snowfall Serenade by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book will have you all in your feels. Scott and Zelda’s story is so intriguing and sad at times but also gives you hope. I love how all the characters were in this one and I’m glad we got to see more of Scott’s past. Again with just the right amount of supernatural.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Rachel Moss

Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good read, and a great addition to this series! It was really interesting to see a dynamic that was outside of the families, and I really enjoyed that. It was enthralling, thrilling and exciting. My one complaint is inconsistency. It wasn’t major inconsistencies, but it was enough to give me pause on small scenes. I think it was more of my OCD that caught it, but it absolutely had nothing to do with the major plot or anything like that. This author as always knocked this one out of the park. It was hard to put down and I absolutely can not wait to read the next installment to this series!

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Bottom of the Chains (Grimm Wolves MC Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Crystal Jimenez

Bottom of the Chains (Grimm Wolves MC #2)Bottom of the Chains by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good read, but way too short for me. This book seems like it can be read as a stand alone, but would be better if you read book 1 first. I love how these are MC books, but has that little bit of paranormal mixed in. I can’t wait to see what will happnext in this series.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Amanda LaMiller

Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack, #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nicole Howl’s “Claiming My Mate” is the first in her Wolf Hollow Wolf Pack series. Shifter romances are usually not the first books I turn to, but the cover art grabbed my attention immediately and pulled me in. This is geared more towards a YA romance with shifters, werewolves, fated mates, humans, and plenty of action. I would like to add a trigger warning though, it does deal with some more mature and dark themes such as rape and abuse.
The male MC, Jason is the prince of the Wolf Hollow Royals and set to take over from his horrible father as the Alpha King. Lily, the female MC is a young human servant in the royal kingdom who doesn’t feel like she belongs. Tragic events bring the Jason and Lily together and no matter how hard they try they cannot escape their fate. Along the way they face many battles by both family and enemies.
Once I picked this book up, I couldn’t put it down! Nicole jumped right in with the action, and it was a very fast paced book from beginning to end. The book was shorter than I prefer but completely worth it. I can not wait for the second one to come out to learn the fate of Jason and Lily.

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