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The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Tausha Treadway

The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne. I loved this book and I can’t wait for the next one. This can be read as a standalone as well. Its the story of Christopher who is a poor farmer in Clear Creek. He has found a solution to his wealth in Minnie a rich socialite who he an marry only problem is he’s not in love with her. He meets Greta Fay a black activist who is very adamant about the rights and wrongs of life. Christopher falls madly in love with her. He doesn’t want to hurt his father but he can’t make himself marry someone he doesn’t love. Will he do the one thing he doesn’t want to do and marry Minnie even though he doesn’t love her like she loves him or will he follow his heart. This is a short novella that is surely worth your time to read.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Deb Robinson

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tamaska is an event planner and tonight she has organised the auction of the Blood Opal. A last minute change in security has her uptight and on edge. The priceless Blood Opal sale will be the launching point of her career.

Kodiak is the Beta of a shifter pack of wolves. These wolves have worked extremely hard to control the wolf inside and have succeeded to this point. Kodiak is the head of security on duty tonight for the Blood Opal with 5 of his shifter team.

This was a quick read. To see how the vampires come into play in the story, please continue reading.

If you like a story about enemies to lovers, romance with a twist.. This book is for you.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tamaska is a woman with a lot on her plate and the determination to succeed, as well as a clear idea of her path in life, however, when her latest venture goes terribly wrong, she is at a loss of what to do. Kodiak is a man with talent, not to mention that he is a wolf shifter and the second in command, but he has eyes on the top spot, however, when his latest job goes south, he is determined to make things right.

When Tamaska and Kodiak lock eyes the first time they meet, they can feel something smouldering between them, but they are more focussed on work than each other, no matter how hard it is to do, but when the unexpected happens, this connection they feel causes Tamaska to blame Kodiak for how things went down, but he knows he is innocent and is determined to find out the root cause of the failure. Tamaska is also determined to get answers, but when she follows a lead, she doesn’t realise the danger she is in, or that Kodiak will be in the same place at the same time and when one thing leads to another, they cannot deny their attraction any longer, but this isn’t the only dangerous territory they encounter, Kodiak is determined to protect Tamaska, even if she doesn’t want him to.

As Kodiak continues to investigate and finds out that the vampires are involved and that they are making moves which are unusual to their previous patterns and Tamaska is slap bang in the middle of it all, but when he reports what is happening to his alpha, he is given orders he doesn’t agree with and now knowing that he has to make a choice between Tamaska and his pack, what will he do and how will she react to that decision? This is a fast paced urban fantasy where difficult choices have to be made and the consequences dealt with no matter the costs and this makes it a steamy and action packed start to this series.

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Taming Brooklyn (The Club Kings Series Book 1) by Charlotte St. Pierre – Review by Jess Dimmock

Taming Brooklyn (The Club Kings Series Book 1)Taming Brooklyn by Charlotte St. Pierre
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Talking about steamy, this one delivers! Yet there is so much emotion and character development that it was really enjoyable to read. I loved how Brooklyn has already mostly healed when this story starts and we get to see the trauma as backstory instead of as main plot and healing as the defining storyline. Don’t get me wrong, the history of the characters is important and has major bearing on who they are, and the past definitely drives a lot of the story, but it doesn’t directly define who our characters are. I love that Pierre walks that line with grace for the female lead so well!

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Jess Dimmock

Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book I’ve been looking forward to since the first one! Shadow is the tough-as-nails enforcer for the Devil’s Handmaiden’s MC and I am absolutely blown away at how Earl wrote this one. I was on the edge of my seat and in tears at times, but the development of her character in this tale was just so well done. Serious Trigger Warning, but if you want to believe in someone being able to heal and have a life, this is the story.

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Mitchell

Chicken Little investigatesChicken Little investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great childrens book to show kids how to investigate what objects mke what sound when they are dropped. Also helps rhyming. The illustrations are beautiful an colorful. I do think the curved writing may be hard for some children an spelling errors shouldnt be in a childrens book.

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Ocean’s Three (Made In Heaven #2) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Jess Dimmock

Ocean's Three (Made In Heaven, #2)Ocean’s Three by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a relatively great book. Compared to the first it wasn’t quite as good though. The characters were really well written and the scenes are beautiful. However, the story itself felt rushed to me. This was still a great read and I highly recommend it to those who enjoyed the first in the Made in Heaven series. Kincaid has a really great gift for story-telling and I look forward to her next novel!

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Amelia Stansell

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was really great. I love a good shifter book. The head vampire wants Tamaska. Kodiak must protect her, even though his alpha denies him this right. She doesn’t trust him after, he didn’t protect the opal from being taken. There is a connection between the two. Will they be able to settle their differences and Kodiak be able to protect her? I am ready to read the next book.

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A Stranger in Disguise by PJ Mann – Review by Taylor McGinnis

A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Stranger in Disguise is the fourth book in the Inspector Scala Mystery series but also a book that can be read as a stand-alone title. It is also the first book I’ve read by PJ Mann. While reading, I was pleased to find it was a well-woven and suspenseful crime with a whodunit mystery that will have any MacBeth lover captivated. As we join the investigation that the very stubborn detective is working, we go along to get to the bottom of it. But with the body count mounting the case becomes more complex than what originally was thought. It begs the question of whether the cursed play is truly cursed.

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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Taylor McGinnis

Streets of ShadowStreets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This historical fiction YA title, set in Edinburgh in 1665, is a great book with plenty of plot twists that will keep the you guessing the ending. Kenna has such an adventurous spirit and I was constantly waiting to find out who killed her sister. Her will to survive had me cheering her on every step of the way. I really enjoyed reading this book!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) By Libby Kay – Review by Tabitha Montero

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

CeCe leaves Chicago after a traumatic and embarrassing breakup. She lands in Buckeye Falls and carefully guards her heart. Yet, Evan, the optimistic, happy co-worker slowly starts to crack the shell she has build around herself. She breaks her number one role and gives him a shot. But a food truck competition with the judge being celebrity chef Eric, CeCe’s ex brings all those old feelings of the breakup back to the surface and that painful past back to the present.

Very cute read. You get to know the characters and root for CeCe along the way.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Cindy Rushin

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. Tamaska and Kodiak’s story was exciting and had some interesting twists to it. I loved watching them finding each other and Tamaska’s journey to discovering the world of supernaturals. It was a good book and I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a paranormal romance novel which contains a crime leading to a dangerous adventure. I love these types of novels as I love being able to get lost in a well-constructed world surrounded by fantasy creatures. This book did not disappoint me, it met my expectations!

From the very beginning the story is set up vey well. It is clear what Tamaska’s priorities are her aspirations and her goal at the event. You get a hint of what’s to come at the mention of the importance of the Blood Opal.
The author’s descriptive writing continues throughout the book creating vivid imagery and the characters are written equally as well, if not better.

Tamaska and Kodiak are both strong individuals who are stubborn and conflicted which on occasion had me shaking my kindle in frustration as I imagined I was knocking some sense into them.
I found myself really enjoying the character of Kodiak, his protective instincts and his character development (from hating all humans to not) was enjoyable and had my love for him growing as the story progressed; however I can’t say the same for Tamaska. While I loved that she seems to know what she wants from life and is her own person, I didn’t like her attitude. She did not seem to take everything into consideration before making accusations or insisting things be done her way.
Even with this viewpoint of Tamaska, her personality does add to the drama of the storyline, and my love for Kodiak may be making me a little bias against her; but ultimately, I hope she has some further character development in the next book as Kodiak deserves better.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Anna Hirsch

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)
By Lilliana Rose
4 Stars

I love paranormal romances involving shifters. As this is a new author to me, I was excited to read this book. Kodiak is a wolf shifter who must protect Tamaska. The problem is that she doesn’t want his protection. She is attracted to him but is fighting it all the time. She is stubborn and hardheaded. He must protect her against the vampires whom she knows nothing about. His alpha forbids him from going anywhere near her claiming that there are more important matters to tend to. Kodiak can’t explain his attraction towards her especially because she is a human. Be it as it may, he decides to risk everything for her.

This is a great start to what I believe will be a fantastic series. The foundation was built beautifully with just enough information, drama and intrigue to keep you interested in finding out more. I love the chemistry between the two main characters. They fit perfectly together. There is obviously a lot more going on and I can’t wait to see how everything unfolds.

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tonya Merritt

Chicken Little investigatesChicken Little investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fun little spin on the story of Chicken Little. Lois Wickstrom does not disappoint when writing children’s books. The text is written in a fun manner that engages the person reading and makes it exciting.

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Chicken Little investigatesChicken Little investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So I’m sure we have all heard this story. We love the rhymes with the names of each character. But this author took this story so much further! She turned this rhyming story into a Science Investigation. WOW! She did a fantastic job with sounds, adventure and investigating. I could not wait for my grandchildren to hear this version of Chicken Little. We had so much fun dropping things as well as going for a walk to find some of the things the characters had found. What an adventure we had. This author has become one of my favorites, as she has fresh ideas and makes reading so much more fun for children as well as adults. Fantastic Story!

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The Summer I Went Crazy by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Carr

The Summer I Went CrazyThe Summer I Went Crazy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really emotive read. The author does a great job with the characters. While the subject matter is a bit hard to read the author handles the subject in a way that is respectful but allows the reader and insight in the thoughts and feelings of the people involved and the repercussions of the incident that took place. This story is fast paced and has turns in I didn’t see coming.

When Ben finds a young girl at a party, naked and very drunk he is horrified to discover that in her drunken state there was guys taking advantage of her. Unsure of what to do to help her being in a drunken state himself he locks the bedroom door to stop anyone else entering the room.
Since that night Ben has been terrorised with images about that young woman. Did she consent to what was happening to her? Was she even aware of what was going on? And if she wasn’t aware or didnt consent does that mean his best friend is a rapist?
This story is seen through the eyes of a privileged young man with the world at his feet and feeling untouchable with his friends. After what happened with Claire his world starts to unravel as the guilt of what he had witnessed starts to eat away at him.
This book is very emotional and the writers writing will make you feel every emotion that Ben is going through. All the anger, angst and guilt really jumps off the pages at you.

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Naomi McDonald

Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story picks up right after the events of the first book. As with the first book, be aware of content warnings. This story deals with some heavy subject matter that may be difficult for some readers.

I felt like this book is actually better than the first one. Where the first one was a good story, it didn’t have the overall feel of a usual MC tale. This story brings the atmosphere you would expect from an MC book. The intensity was higher. The suspense was better. You get to see how strong the women are to a better degree. Shadow’s character felt more real to me.

The one thing that I didn’t care for is there were times it felt like Panther’s heritage was fetishized. I’m not sure if it was written that way on purpose to reflect something about the characters since most of it was in dialogue, or if it is the way I interpreted it. Example: One of the characters says, “I’m assuming he’s Native by those awesome cheekbones and beautiful long, black silky hair… Can I have one of those for my next birthday?”

Overall, I enjoyed the story!

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Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 1) by D.M. Earl – Review by Naomi McDonald

Tink (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book One)Tink by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First, know going in that, as mentioned in the book description, this is not a sweet romance. There are no specific content warnings listed, but this story deals with some heavy subject matter and some on-page scenes that may be difficult for some readers.

I wasn’t sure what to expect going into this story, but in just a few pages, I was hooked. It didn’t feel like the usual MC tale, but the world-building is great. The characters have good dimension. The story has suspense, danger, and romance. Even though I had it figured out shortly into the book, I enjoyed that there was a good story line with the romance. The one thing I didn’t care for was how some of the guys don’t view the women’s MC as a true club.

Overall, I enjoyed the story. Looking forward to the next book.

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by La Toya Lewis

The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand)The Empty Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand) by Lois Wickstrom is another cute and fun children’s story. Caspian is celebrating his unbirthday and receives another fun, silly gift from his grandfather. The box is empty when Caspian opens it but his grandfather says it is an invisible magic wand.

This book has a great lesson and cute illustrations. My sons really enjoyed the story. I feel like it really helped us fire up our imaginations. It also helped reinforce the lesson of waiting for rewards. I highly recommend this book to young children.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series book 1) review by Cynthia Tuck

This is like a 3 & 1/2 for me. I like the idea of the storyline. We follow Tamaska who is being hunted by Vampires over an important necklace that gets stolen. Enter Kodiak the shifter who tries to protect her against his Alpha’s wishes. She’s pretty rude and overly difficult through most of the book despite understanding the situation she’s in. There wasn’t much character development for her, I hope she has some in the next book. All in all the storyline is an intriguing one, the main character is just a little annoying. I hope Kodiak becomes Alpha somehow and Tamaska finally stops being a brat.

Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 2) by KG Fletcher – Review by Dawn Mitchell

Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #2)Shameless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful small town love story that that includes family, betrayal, love, and romance. Walt and Elyse are a match made in heaven but will they be able to survive along distance relationship?

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Mission 3047: One Soul’s Fantasy by Stuart Ledwith – Review by Jules Herbert

Mission 3047Mission 3047 by Stuart Ledwith PhD
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ok I have to start by saying Science Fiction is definitely not a genre I normally go for so it took me a little while to find my groove with it but I am very glad I took a chance on something out of my automatic comfort zone with this book and this author. I enjoyed the fun characters and adventurous storyline even though the relationship or Partnership or however you want to class June and Sarge was difficult for me to wrap my head around. I guess it weirded me out because it isn’t something I could ever imagine doing but then when you think about it reading is a chance to experience things, places and adventures you normally wouldn’t right?

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jules Herbert

Chicken Little InvestigatesChicken Little Investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such a fantastic read with great illustrations to further enhance the wonderfully written story from this very talented author. While the character names are the same as the original chicken little story, this wonderful telling takes a different, far more scientific look at chicken little at first thinking the sky is falling. I highly recommend giving this a read! I am sure it will become a favourite.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Jules Herbert

Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Humans, Shifters and Vampires was all I needed to know in order to pick up this book and start reading and I am so glad that I did. This is the first book of this new series and it will leave you with a lot of questions unanswered at the end BUT this will definitely keep you intrigued and I am sure not so patiently waiting for the next book. I know I will be more than happy to return to this storyline and cast of characters because I need to know more! I have to say I was hooked and intrigued with Kodiak right from the very start. There was just something that drew me to this character while it took me a long time to come around to Tamaska. I still have mixed feelings about her but I am sure as this series continues and we learn more that I will grow to understand her more. This is also a new author for me and I am now officially a fan and looking forward to more.

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Master Calabrea (Masters of the Consulate Book 6) by Sylvia Black – Review by Lauren West

Master Calabrea: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 6)Master Calabrea: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

– [ ] Another amazing story! As the series continues each vampire couple continues to raise the bar with how far they will go for immortals and each other. Calabrea and Tansia have a pull to each other from day one. Tansia is absolutely amazing and captivating. Beautiful woman with a brilliant mind. As she immerses herself more within the task she’s given she learns that she has higher calling within the paranormal world, and this new life is just beginning. Calabrea is set in his ways and stubborn, but can only deny their situation for so long! Just like the others this book is a must read. Whether you start from the beginning or the end, you just wanna make sure you read it.

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jade Brunton

The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand)The Empty Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was very cute! The lesson of imagination in this book is wonderful and it is not limited to age. The relationship between Caspian and his grandfather and mother is very nice to see. I like how Caspian was a sceptic at first but his grandfather assured him that if he just used his imagination, he would enjoy his present.

Reviewed by @jaderockslife

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The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kelli Harper

The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A BWWM historical romance. Greta Fay has fallen in love with a man at first sight but it is going to be frowned upon by everyone in their town. Christopher is supposed to be marrying Minnie but he doesn’t love her and doesn’t want to marry her just for her money, but feels obligated to do so for his father. But meeting and admiring Greta Fay for her stance or equal rights for people of color has Christopher falling in love with Greta Fay. This is a good story for a quick read.

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Saving the Gingerbread House by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

saving the gingerbread housesaving the gingerbread house by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hansel and Gretel went on a picnic with there father. He taught them to leave crumbs for animals so the animals can lead them back. Well Hansel and Gretel hear a sound and go looking for what it is. Gretel puts into action what her dad told her about crumbs. After a lot of roaming around she finally finds her way back to her dad. Fast pace children’s book. I highly recommend.

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jade Brunton

Chicken Little InvestigatesChicken Little Investigates by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was really cute. It gives a great lesson for kids and shows how important and helpful friendship can be. Chicken Little is also teaching her friends about gravity without even knowing what it’s called. While they are learning about something new they are also learning that they are free to be creative and have different opinions about the same thing and none of them are wrong. The value of friendship, creativity, and lessons is prominent in this book.

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