The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story was just as interesting as the first! I definitely recommend reading them in order. It picks up where with left off and follows Harry through different times. You also get to find out what happens with Tristan after Harry goes into stasis. This one pulls at the heart strings like the first one did! This really is a very interesting science fiction read!
Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story was mindblowing. Marvel and Virginia are caught in a bank robbery. That makes for a great first impression. Marvel is one of the old timers with The Satan’s Devil’s MC. He is kind of the grumpy old man of the group. We do get some insight into why he is the way he is. He and Virginia face some major challenges in this story. Marvel has met his match. The question is……Can they get through this?? You are going to have to read this to find out. I can promise that this is one story you just can’t put down. The whole Satan’s Devil’s series and 2nd generation will grab you in and not let go of you. The characters are so real that you feel like you are in witnessing the conversation in person. The plot is intriguing and totally feels real. The emotions run the gamut from high to low. This is such a good book. I guarantee that you will enjoy it.
Keeping Secrets- Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This title says it all! There are a lot of secrets being held by the members of the Grimm Wolves. This is the fourth installment in the series. It is a prospect story and a novella but that does not diminish the story that is told in a timely manner and not rushed at all. This does cover a touchy subject so be aware if you have triggers.
This also is told by a few different viewpoints. This is done for the purpose of telling Iron and Joy’s story but also setting up a few other members for their story. It really is a smooth transition back and forth since they are all intertwined.
Again there is the same problem in here as I have had in a few others. The ranking and the hierarchy of the prospects. They seem to be treated as more members/family than prospects. There were a few times in here where I did see them get put in their place. But challenging a member I would think is a no-no.
Overall this is a wonderful story that kept me turning pages. I do like the connection between the members and even those whose stories I have already read. More and more is being revealed as each book goes by. I really look forward to the next in the series. We got a small look into their lives growing up in here.
Santa…Nope the Grimm Wolves by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an exciting story. It is told from varying points of view. I liked that! The main story follows Beast and he journey to get back in his wife’s good graces and deal with the after effects of growing up in his family. I really enjoyed reading all of that. It had me on pins and needles as well as disgusted a time or two. I loved how the author had this story during Christmas time. What a change came over the club as they all participated whether they wanted to or not. Ha ha!
This also lets up get to know more about a few different members. I cant not wait for Chains story! I am sure I won’t be let down with the next in the series either.
Overall another wonderful story in this series. It kept me reading and wanting to figure everything out. I can now see the sense of family that this club is becoming.
The Last Cabin Girl by Tom Swyers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Dessalynn Acosta
4 out of 5 stars
Josie is a single mom, working during the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic. She is fighting to stay afloat, protect her children, and continue to avoid her estranged ex husband, while still keeping everyone healthy. After a myriad of deaths and cryptic events happen, Josie is suspected by the FBI as a serial killer. Was she really having psychotic episodes? Could she really be a murderer? In this thriller, Josie does not know who to trust; her family, law enforcement, a rich, mysterious bachelor? Very interesting plot twists, all the way through to the end.
Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl
5 Star Review
Claiming My Mate is the first book in this two-book series, Wolf Hollow Pack Series, by Nicole Howl. From the first page I was hooked and could not put this book down. Nicole Howl brings the wolves alive in a completely different way than I have ever read.
Jason is next in line to become Alpha and King of Wolf Hollow. Lily is a human slave to Jason’s family, the Wolf Hollow Royals, and just wants to go about the rest of her life unseen and complete her daily duties. But Goddess Leto has a different plan in mind.
Lily is caring and sweet and just wants a normal life. She feels bad for the humans, like her, who are being held captive to slave and serve the Wolf Hollow Royals.
Jason is strong, levelheaded compared to his father, King Huntington, and kind like Lily.
One day Jason’s wolf catches a scent that he is in love with and is trying to figure out where it came from, when he finally figures outs its Lily, a human, who also happens to be his mate, he must protect her from one of his fathers Royal Guard members who is trying to claim her as his mate.
Lily on the other hand just wants to be hidden in the shadows and doesn’t want anyone to know she even exist, that is, until her wolf peeks out and also want to claim her mate, Jason.
Will Jason and Lily survive what is to come and be able to live a happy life together, or will it be destroyed by King Huntington? I cannot wait to find out in book two!
Shamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author and I truly enjoyed it. The characters Clover and Shamrock aka Patrick are the complete opposite of one another. He’s a play boy and she’s not looking for love. Unfortunately clover hasn’t been lucky in that department at all so she stop looking.definitely read the book to find out what happens. I am looking for the next book.
Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saving Marvel (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #4) by Manda Mellett. I absolutely love this author and this series. This book was no exception. In fact it was one of my favorites. Its the story of Marvel and Virginia. Marvel has had a lot of trauma in his past and he is very untrusting because of it. Marvel is a member of a MC club and as the older guy he gets to do the boring stuff like make bank runs. On this particular run he gets caught up in a bank robbery and meets Virginia. Virginia was a happily married lady until her husband ended up getting sent to prison. Her whole world was turned upside down. After the robbery they go their separate ways and don’t expect to see each other again until Marvel sees Virginia being hounded by reporters on tv so he goes to her rescue. After that they are pretty much inseparable. Will Marvel be able to protect Virginia and keep her safe? Will he be able to trust her and get past what happened to him before? Read Saving Marvel to find out!
Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another book in the amazing Satan Devil’s MC club. I never hesitate in grabbing these stories as I know they will be great. They have the elements in the stories that I enjoy, Romance, danger and pasts that could make or break them. The author always makes her characters believable and connectable which makes the stories all the more enjoyable.
In the story we meet Marvel. Marvel is a confirmed bachelor and vows to stay that way. Making fun of his brothers when they settle with their old ladies.
However one incident in his life, a bank robbery, he finds himself held hostage with a woman for company. After talking to her he finds out her name and her past.
Once they were rescued they go their separate ways. However Virgina is now in danger. Marvel goes to her aid to protect her from someone out to harm her but how much trouble will this bring the Devils?
Another big issues is trust. Can Marvel let down his guard and learn to trust Virgina or will their pasts stop them from making a go of their future.
Melodie and Isaac are exact opposites, yet they are so perfect for one another. From how they fell in love in “Finding Melodie” to a series of hilarious events when meeting the parents in “The Wedding”, this story is sure to give you all the feels and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Watch out for the dog!
Praises for Isaac and Melodie
“Heartfelt, charming, and hilarious story.”
“A perfect story to curl up and read in one go.”
“This beautifully written romantic comedy from Author Laura Rossi filled me with all the warm fuzzies.”
“I totally fell for Melodie and Office Guy!”
My name is Laura and I am a dreamer, the kind that walks around all day and likes to go back and forth, from the real world to her own little world.
I have two kids and a fantastic partner. We work together in our little shop in Italy, near the beach.
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They aren’t zombies.
They aren’t the walking dead.
They are something else…
Just when you thought it was safe to go back for seconds…
Evil Sushi turns the tables, putting meat back on the menu.
*****
Two down-on-their-luck East Coast fishermen make the discovery of a lifetime—one that could solve world hunger once and for all. They find themselves fast-tracked on a quest to alter lives around the globe. Their discovery changes things, there’s no doubt about it, but not in the way they hoped.
Is Evil Sushi fiction, the ramblings of a lunatic, or a prophecy as to what may come to pass? Pick this one up and decide for yourself.
C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author, is the recipient of several awards, including:
The Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Award for 2017, 2018 & 2019 in the Best Local Author category; The Brant News Readers’ Choice Award for 2017 Best Local Author; Readers’ Favorite award in the short story/novella category; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best New Adult; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best Novella; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction—Supernatural genre; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Bronze Medal in the Fiction – New Adult genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction – Supernatural genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Young Adult – Fantasy – Urban Genre; City of Brantford Featured Artist February 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Cambridge Times Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2021; and 2021 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction — Holiday category.
Currently residing in Hamilton, Ontario Canada, she lives with her two sons. She began her writing career after the tragic loss of her parents and husband. Redirecting her emotions through the jotting down of stories became therapeutic in her battle with depression and in 2014 she decided to begin publishing some of her works.
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A storm was coming, brewing faster than a bubbling cauldron. People were missing; ghost towns popping up along coastlines. Strange creatures lurked in the shadows, the screams of their victims heard, but the carnage rarely seen. Still, the government and military refused to believe nature was their foe, insisting terrorism was to blame.
The once picturesque fishing town of Treacle was gone; lost to research after being commandeered by a General. Whatever the cause, the oceans had turned deadly, and the virus responsible was spreading inland. They needed a cure and fast. Unfortunately, all they had learned so far was the mutations in some people were much more extensive than others.
A radical decision was called for, but would it be the right choice? Pick up a copy of Sashimi and find out for yourself.
C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author, is the recipient of several awards, including:
The Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Award for 2017, 2018 & 2019 in the Best Local Author category; The Brant News Readers’ Choice Award for 2017 Best Local Author; Readers’ Favorite award in the short story/novella category; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best New Adult; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best Novella; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction—Supernatural genre; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Bronze Medal in the Fiction – New Adult genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction – Supernatural genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Young Adult – Fantasy – Urban Genre; City of Brantford Featured Artist February 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Cambridge Times Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2021; and 2021 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction — Holiday category.
Currently residing in Hamilton, Ontario Canada, she lives with her two sons. She began her writing career after the tragic loss of her parents and husband. Redirecting her emotions through the jotting down of stories became therapeutic in her battle with depression and in 2014 she decided to begin publishing some of her works.
Behemoth by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book….and this is my first book that I have read from this author. When you meet Francis aka Stitch you cannot help but feel a heart wrenching story of his childhood that what he endured. He is not only part of a Motorcycle Club but he is also a firefighter. Everything changes with Stitch when he meets a wonderful little boy at the firehouse named Damien. When Damien’s mother, Grace, meets Stitch at first she was hesitant when she found out about the motorcycle club. Grace is a protector and strong and I loved that about her character. There is a reason why Grace wants to protect Damien from anyone whom belongs to an MC. Will Grace see past the kutte and get to know Francis aka Stitch?
This story flowed so easily and gave me so many emotions…I cannot wait to continue this series and see what happens next!
Santa…Nope the Grimm Wolves by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Santa… Nope the Grimm Wolves (Grimm Wolves MC Book 3) by D.M. Earl
4 Stars
This is my favourite book of the series so far. There was angst, drama and love. This is a fully developed story with well rounded characters. Up until now, Beast has been more of a side character. In this book, we finally learn his story and boy, he has a messed up past. An enemy comes to light threatening his loved ones. He has to swallow his pride and ask for help from the MC. He’s completely flabbergasted with how his brothers step up and support him. Emotions run high and I even shed a few tears reading this book. I loved the ending! It’s a unique Christmas tale (biker style).
Review by @AnnaHirsch
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Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is another amazing story that the author wrote for this series. Again, this is revolved around Emma as she has a keen interest for solving mysteries. This is an amazing book as it showcases a girl from the 1800s who is not afraid to do what she loves, which is solving mystery. This book had lots of twists and turns as well and I was finding myself not sleeping trying to find out what happens next. If you love a good mystery novel, this series is for you!
Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The author has done it again! This book is filled with action, mystery, and suspense. Dahlia’s growth from book one is amazing. Her dedication to those who can’t protect themselves from the monsters infecting the city is commendable. Even when all the odds are against her, she tried to do the right thing. With each I installment of the series she uncovers more lies and secrets of her world and discovers events that will harm all worlds. This is definitely a page turner and I highly recommend it.
Santa…Nope the Grimm Wolves by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is Beast’s (Cesar) story. This is an incredible story of overcoming some odds that would drag anyone down. Beast is just trying to protect his family. A son of the founder of the rival gang, but nothing like them, he pledged with the Grimm Wolves (Real Men that run in packs). The Grimm Wolves stay above aboard unless they have to protect their own. Beast’s father has been extorting beast for years, threatening to go after his family. Beast has been paying this and put his family in an “icky” apt hoping they would leave and go back East for protection. This plan backfired when they got sick. The Grimm Wolves took over protection and Beast made a plan to get his family back and give them a good life. This book was magnificent. Yes, there is steamy romance, a bit of violence; but the action and the “family/community” theme pull you in. Blood doesn’t make a family. The Grimm Wolves and their people are family all the way. They have your back. Sometimes, I wish I had family to protect me like that. Stitch and Damien are absolutely amazing with those gifts. This whole series is written as a standalone but you really want to read it together as everyone is so intertwined in each book. The books are even written as a family POV. The author does an outstanding job developing characters that are relatable and feel like real people. Clementine and her Southern speech just crack you up. This book can crack you up and have you in tears at the same time. It’s written like you are right there in the room listening in on the conversation. I love these type of books. It’s well-developed and a new favorite of mine. I recommend it to action romance lovers. If you love MC romance, you definitely should try this one.
Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have been on an MC book run for the last few months and Manda is one author that I jump on a book when it’s available. Manda is one of the Queens of MC writers. She writes strong characters and alpha men who look after family, their women, and their brothers. I love the banter between the Satan’s Devil’s, and it always brings a smile to my face and out loud laugher. It is a gripping, emotional and heartbreaking read that brings out all the feels.
This one is Marvel and Virginia’s story where a robbery brings them together. It is nice to read something where the characters are a little older than the norm and falling in love when unexpected.
There is mayhem and action, pain, and broken trust, trauma, and danger. Something for lovers of MC books but even if you don’t normally read MC books you will love Manda’s books.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Sound of Murder by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
K.L Montgomery is seriously one of my greats. The dangerous curves series was amazing, witty, lighthearted and fun and this series seems to follow that lead. Ruby is loveable, relatable, and just someone you wish was real and you could be her friend! I enjoyed this book so much and CANNOT wait to devour more from her! Honestly, such a fun author to read from! Perfect flow and the right amount of excitement! You won’t find a better book to cozy up to and get lost in! Love, Love, Love!!!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was full of interesting stories and characters. Once the story really built up I became more and more interested in where the story was going and the ending. This author does a really good job at building the characters from the start, and as more and more characters are added to the story with more depth I realized the story was going in a much different direction than I originally thought! I enjoyed reading it and you will too! I also noticed that although it was set back in time, I did not feel this negatively affected the book. I’m thinking the author was really working to set up the entire series starting here. I look forward to what will happen next!
the mermaid and the rainbow by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Mermaid and the Rainbow was a fun story! What a great way to get kids interested in science. It jumped from one experiment to another without explaining or connecting the experiments, but was still educational overall. The kids were still excited and wanted to try the experiments, which was the point. Lois Wickstrom did a great job making education fun!
The Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twists by Tom Swyers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A very fast read, and one that you will want to read cover to cover in one sitting. Josie has filed divorce from her abusive husband and having a hard time with life in general. Things are not made any easier since she was also bullied throughout her school days, and now comes the Pandemic. Secrets are being kept, and things are hush hush when Josie discovers a body in the river near her home. But, this is not the first time she has had this happen. In fact, that was the source of her bullying throughout school. You see, Josie reported a body in a river in middle school. A body that was never found. Now things look a little bit suspicious, as finding TWO bodies is not exactly common. Who can she trust? Is it coincidence that she has found two bodies? Are they related? If so, who is involved, and why? And why is she the target and interest for something she has nothing to do with? All are questions that will be answered! I really enjoyed the way you can easily relate (as a reader) to the main character as she is thrown into the Covid 19 uncertainty, among her already deteriorating life. I loved Josie’s resiliency and ability to take things on at face value, even when the cards were stacked against her. I loved this one, and will surely be seeking out more from this author.
Reviewed by @zoltrixes
Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Trigger Warnings: Please check before reading.
What a wonderful second chance romance. This is the first book I have read from this author and this is the first in this series. I will defiantly be looking forward to more from this story.
Deacon has been gone for a decade fulfilling his career in racing. He comes home to attend one of his friends funeral to fins that his mom has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Olivia is a hot shot nurse with a doctor boyfriend. A decade ago they broke each others hearts. This story if full of action, truth, grief, love and friendships. Its a wonderful story will relatable characters.
The Hunted by S.B. Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sam and Layla, 2 sworn enemies, but a steamy connection. Sam is a vampire SEAL and Layla comes from a long line of vampire hunters. After a mission gone wrong Layla finds herself in a tough spot in need of Sam. The chemistry between these to is hot from the start, but they have a common enemy so that have to keep it professional. The story keeps you interested too! I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!
Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
While this story was great as a whole let me start by saying that there are a couple of dark spots that could potentially trigger some people. That being said if you can get past the rough parts you will find a great, realistic romance story. The author pays great attention to detail, and just that fact alone gives the story a fantastic realistic feel. This book has so much to offer, from romance, to great characters, to fantastic chemistry. This author was brand new to me but I look forward to reading more.
Forbidden Love – Book 1 of The Forbidden Duet by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Forbidden Love: Book 1 of the Forbidden Duet by KM Lowe
Forbidden Love is the first book in the Forbidden Duet. This is a Contemporary Romance with a bit of suspense that will have you turning the pages while on the edge of your seat. This book started off fierce and only intensifies as the story proceeds. I’m a huge fan of this author but this is definitely my favorite yet. There’s plenty of drama, suspense, anger, romance and so much more. What would you do if the one girl you’ve wanted your whole life gets given to someone else for a debt? You try like heck to do anything possible to get her free. This is Kally and Clarks story and man it definitely had my emotions all over the place from anger to be being very sad for the situations that Kally was forced to be in. Kally and Clark have friends for what seems like forever they both have had secret feelings for the other. But on Kally’s eighteenth birthday she finds out her l8fe is fixing to change big time. Can Clark be her saving grace or will she be his? I really don’t want to give up to much. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. Im looking forward to reading more from this Author
The Sound of Murder by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable and engaging cozy mystery, featuring a great heroine in main character, chorus girl, Ruby Ecco. As a member of the traveling theatre troupe she gets to travel all over the world, staging musicals. However, everywhere the troupe goes, murder and mayhem seem to follow, but luckily Ruby is a keen amateur sleuth. As a plus size girl, Ruby has been told she’s not leading lady material, despite her, great voice and pretty face. Ruby is happy as a chorus girl and enjoys her new gig, touring different cities and getting to explore them, as well as learning new roles for the musicals. When one of her cast-mates turns up dead, Ruby is determined to solve the mystery and bring the murderer to justice. After all who would murder a women playing the Mother Abbess in the production of The Sound of Music. I loved Ruby and felt as though I was alongside her investigating the murder. The characters and the setting were brought to life by the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the story. I look forward to future books featuring Ruby and the travelling theatre troupe.
Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book had me hooked from the very beginning, as per usual with this author! She captivated me with character of Summer, who is fleeing from people who have all but put a bounty on her, when she meets Luc and is whisked away to the mafia world in Chicago. As with her other books, the author kept me wondering what would happen next with the end of every chapter, and kept with her tradition of showing the viewpoint from each character.
This book has been my favorite in the series so far because of the characters unique connections to the mafia unlike the characters before them. Summer captivated my interest very early on in the book and kept it the entire time. I was slow to like Luc with his brash and distrusting behavior early on in the book, but the more the story went on and we learned things about his past as well as discover along with him things he never knew, he has definitely grown to be one of my favorite male characters this author has written about. The romance that blossoms between them is also one I will not soon forget, as they both realize throughout the story just how much they have in common and how much each needs the other in their lives.
I absolutely loved seeing the old characters making appearances throughout the book, I’ve always been a huge fan of how she does this in every series she has written. Before finishing the book I discovered she has already started on another book in the series, and needless to say, I’m really excited to read it!
The Prisoner of the Dead: Zombie Thriller Dystopia by Megan Mackie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is about a dystopian sci-fi story.
When civilization crumbled millennia ago, it appeared that mankind was doomed but then the undead somehow came back to life. The plague arose, again and again, the zombies flourished, and they were reborn. Into this horrifying apocalypse stepped Baron, a lone wolf who appeared out of nowhere on the last remains of humanity. Baron is imprisoned by an even stranger lady, the child of immortals who may have the secret to stopping the deadly cycle once and for all when his sharp survival instincts lead him to kill a strange man. But only if this odd duo can make it through the next epidemic.
I loved this story. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is my first book by this author. I can’t wait to read more from this author and to continue this series.
Until there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
So good!! This is a story of love overcoming obstacles and discovering your family. Sometimes the family we make is healthier for us than the family we are born into. Regan discovers that in her best friend Phillip and again when she meets Jeremy. There were so many parts of this book that I didn’t see coming. I was not expecting all the twists. Regan is a smart, independent woman that is destined for great things in spite of where and how she grew up. Jeremy is a rich man’s son that has worked his way up the corporate ladder but doesn’t understand struggling. Together their chemistry is explosive. You can practically feel the sizzle coming off the page.
This was my first book by this author. BUT, you can guarantee that she has a permanent spot on my list of authors to watch and read!!