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A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Whisper Hymer

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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 by P.J. Mann is a fast-paced Italian murder mystery. This is the fourth book in the Commissario Series and is fully able to be read as a standalone. Though there is some switching of point of views, we mainly follow Commissario Scala as he tries to uncover the truth behind the bodies dropping in a traveling tropue of actors. We quickly discover they were brought to Italy to save a failing theatre by performing the cursed play, Macbeth. However things take a sharp turn when the normal curse of things going bad turns to a woman found murdered and an actor missing. This twisting story will keep you up all weekend untangling the mystery!

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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

This story was absolutely adorable. When Caspian receive’s his unbirthday present from Grandpa, it’s nothing that he expects. The box is empty! When Grandpa explains that it’s an invisible wand and that it needs a name before he can start using it. He then learns that he can manipulate time and absolutely loves it. The times that he stretches out so he can enjoy them longer and how he can quicken time is a learning curve but he catches on pretty quickly. It is such a cute story, that my son loved reading and I’m sure he will be reading over and over again!

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

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

This second stand-alone in the Made in Heaven series just like the first book is extremely well written. I wasn’t really comfortable with the whole cousin aspect of it, but the more I read the more I liked it. You have Jocalyn who just lost her mother to a tragic death, and she doesn’t have anything remotely related to love in her mind. Then she starts having these dreams about these two wonderful men. She starts questioning if it is real or not. When she finally meets these two on a Mediterranean cruise, she then realizes that her dreams were true. Does she accept these two men in her life, or does she push them away and lets guilt win? The up’s and downs that the MC feels just make you want to wrap her in a warm blanket and tell her that everything is going to be okay. I can’t wait to see if there will be more in the Made in Heaven series!

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

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #2)Shameless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved the first book! I was very excited for the second book and couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. I’m glad I did. I was not disappointed. I’m really enjoying the opposites attract storylines lately and this was a great addition. The authors ability to describe Langston Falls always makes me feel like I am living it. I love it. I can’t wait for book 3!

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His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Michelle Austin

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His Forever Muse (Book 2 of The Echo Series)His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. I was excited to read this book, I love rockstar reads. These two characters had a past and when they reconnect all the old feelings come rushing back. Callie has some things from her past that haunt her, which motivates her to help others. I really liked how sweet Brandon was with her. These two have a journey that can be challenging at times but I was very happy with the ending. The other does a great job with her writing and pulls you right in. My emotions were all over the place. This can be read as a stand alone but I suggest reading from the start. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this series and author.

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

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

the second in the made in heaven series, this was another great one by Elena Kincaid. The idea she has with these books are brilliant and so are the characters! Definitely different, and worth giving a shot!!! I enjoyed the second book as much as I did the first and threw myself in headfirst!

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The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben – Review by April McCoy

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The Silent RoadThe Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a well written discovery/drama where some MM love interest is concerned. Book is well thought out with lots of details but i didnt love the characters as much as I would like. Still a good book with lots of emotions and drama!

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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Rachel Moss

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

This was a really good book! This is a YA mystery story, with a hint of romance included. This was an immersive story with characters and a plot that held me throughout while I was reading. This is a new author to me so I wasn’t sure what to expect and I was thoroughly surprised. I enjoyed this book a lot more than I thought I would. It was a well written story that didn’t seem drawn out to me. I highly recommend reading it, especially if you enjoy these genres and type of story.

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A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62711252-a-stranger-in-disguise” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1664114191l/62711252._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62711252-a-stranger-in-disguise”>A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21969258.P_J_Mann”>P. J. Mann</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5417353261″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
As the title of my review states I didn’t realize this was a series, let alone the fourth book. With that being said I didn’t feel like I was missing out on anything. A Romanian actors’ troupe is in Italy to help a floundering theater by putting on the play, Macbeth. Of course every actor and actress knows that the play itself is cursed, but this acting company tries to shed all the eerieness and rumors surrounding the play until strange things start to happen. Maybe the curse of Macbeth is truly with them when one of their own is discovered deceased. Detective Scala and his partner have a mystery on their hands as they start to dig and find that the deceased is not who she was thought to be. But who wanted her dead and why? I enjoyed reading this book and it kept me guessing until the end. The twists and turns the story took in sorting out the life on the victim kept me turning the pages. If you like a good who dunnit this is a good book to add to your collection.
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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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

The characters investigate when things fall and make different noises. Then they go on their way to see the King. On their journey they get mislead but concur through. Then they go back on track in their journey. There the King decides what he is going to call the investigation.

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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

“The sky is falling!”

Most of us are familiar with this popular saying by Chicken Little. This great little STEM focused book follows up on that saying with a physics lesson that also includes Turkey Lurky, Henny Penny, Ducky Lucky, and Goosey Loosey. Foxy Woxy will also make an appearance but we all know how sly those foxes can be!

The illustrations are great in this book as well. The words appear to be interactive on the page which makes this one even more fun!

Add this to the list to share with a youngster in your life!

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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

Really a darling retelling of the folk tale “Chicken Little.” Attractive illustrations, great use of onomatopoeia and clever twist to the original story.

Younger children will delight in “what happens next.” At the same time, older children could experiment with the gravity experiments and see, if they were king, what they would call the stuff falling from the sky.

Engaging tale all the way around.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Kayla Octaviano

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another book in the line of Hawke series, and one of my favorites so far! Isaac and Jack meet in the short story “Night Hawke” for the first time. Coming back together in this story, after thinking they’d lost each other forever, is amazing! And with some new surprises in tow! When the Hawke family is tasked with protecting the daughter of an old friend, Isaac comes in contact with the woman he’s been looking for for five years. And now she’s here, with a surprise! Isaac finds himself and his place in life while Jack finally gets a chance to pick how her life will go. Read this book if you love romance, action, and a great story! Definitely one of my favorite books so far!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My middle schooler and I read this together and enjoyed every page! Princess Zarina must have the perfect dress for her upcoming Royal Advancement ceremony. When she works with a special dressmaker, she soon realizes things are not what they seem! Though her dress is magical, it is nothing like what she wanted. When her land is attacked, it is up to her to take action! Will this spoiled princess be able to save herself and her kingdom? Will the magical dress help her or hurt her?

Princess Zarina’s journey is mystical, magical, and relatable. Her character is complex, and she grows as the story progresses. The story is fast-paced, full of action, adventure, and emotion. My daughter found ways to relate to the character, which really brought the story to life. I am so glad we were able to share this book together!

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A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Melissa Fink

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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: 5 of 5 stars

I have not read a book by this author before BUT this book was amazing. I loved everything about it. A Stranger in Disguise had so much twist and turns. I haven’t read the other books in the series, but I plan on going back and reading them. I can’t wait to read more books by this author.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book I have read by the incredible Gwyn McNamee, the first being the prequel to this book, Night Hawke. While it is not necessary to read the prequel it gives a more in depth understanding to Isaac and Jack’s relationship, and what made there reentering each other’s life so intense. Ruthless Hawke picks up five years to the day from the events in Night Hawke, in that time both Isaac and Jack have continued to dream of that weekend, the connection they shared and the what ifs. Finally learning the truth of who Jack is also put into perspective her reservations on sharing any information in the prequel about her identity. In the matter of just a few weeks Jack’s life is yanked out from under her and flipped on its head.
Valentina Marconi, the Italian mob Donne in Chicago, Cutter Jackson, ruthless killer and her right-hand man, also loving married couple and parents to Giacomina “Jack” and grandparents to her daughter Viviana. Jack dreamed for years of finding her “Nolan” and telling him about their daughter but gave up when it seemed an impossible feat. Isaac scoured Chicago in the days after the perfect weekend trying to find any information about his mysterious perfect woman Jack. Valentina faced with an impossible decision, give her daughter over to Satriano, the most powerful Italian mob boss or turn him into an enemy. Her father whisks Jack and her daughter away to New Orleans, to his old military buddy Gabe, and his family to protect his girls. Isaac just finishing court receives a text from Gabe saying family emergency and rushes back to the office only to stop dead in his tracks. Fate, destiny, serendipity something was at work and after all this time had brought them back together. Jack overwhelmed by seeing the blue eyes that have haunted her all these years. Isaac overwhelmed by seeing the woman that stole his soul all those years ago in his father’s office he is rattled to his core. Little did he know the hits would keep on coming in the form of a beautiful little girl with the Hawke Caribbean blue eyes, his eyes staring back at him in his office. Anger, fury, desire, pain. All rush through him in an instant but one thing is for sure he will do anything and everything in his power to protect his girls from every threat.
Will Isaac succeed at keeping them safe? Can Jack let go of all of her fear and live in the feelings, let herself have something she wants? If they win, will Jack and Vivi return to Chicago or stay with Isaac? The world the author creates is realistic, with a touch of fated mates to it. The pain they both went through in the years since they met, brought them to the point they are in now. Makes them learn to appreciate every moment and to fight the fear for something deeper. I can’t wait to read book 2 in the 2nd Generation of the Hawke Family, Reticent Hawke, June 1st, 2023. The mystery of Jude will finally be revealed.

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

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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

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

I really enjoyed this story and I loved the characters that the author created with a headstrong female lead that stands up for what is right, even if it may upset the rest of the town.

Christopher is pressured by his own father to marry Minnie, a woman whom comes from money. Even though Minnie does love Christopher, he does not feel the same toward her. When Christopher meets Greta Fay after helping her, he falls for Greta Fay.

Greta Fay is an activist, trying to fight what is right in Clear Creek County, that everyone is created equal. Her fight also upsets some townfolk and make threats for her to stop. When Greta Fay is attacked physically, Christopher saves Greta Fay…and there was something there between Christopher and Greta Fay.

I really enjoyed this story of love, drama and a few twists. I love Christopher’s support toward Greta Fay and he love how strong she is and I also loved Minnie’s character as well, even though Christopher did not have the same feelings toward her and she is also Minnie’s best friend, she never wavered and was so respectful and loving.

Very enjoyable story.

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Emissary (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Melissa Fink

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Emissary: An MM Forbidden Romance (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet)Emissary: An MM Forbidden Romance by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Emissary was such a great book. The author didn’t disappoint me one bit. The characters were all amazing. The world building was great also. While reading this book, I could relate to it. It felt like the book was coming to life and that’s what I enjoy most about reading books. I loved learning about kai & Byon’s relationship and reading about how it grew more.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well one of our favorite authors has brought back our favorite family!!! What a great story!
There is a prequel, Night Hawke, to get the juices flowing and to remind the reader just how much we love the Hawkes, as if we forgot! You definitely want to read it first.

Ruthless Hawke is all about Jack and Nolan’s paths crossing again and in the most unexpected way. The time that they have been apart has not dimmed their feelings at all! Tension, angst and hotness oh my!

The alpha, protective, hard headed, stubborn, loving, family we love, steps up to protect those closest to them. The discovery of the newest Hawke ramps up the danger and the protection even more.

This story makes references to the original family but does not deter from the current story. If anything, it feels like a family reunion with all the joy, fun, danger, and love we have come to expect from the Hawke family. This story has everything and is completely worth the wait!

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

In a book about a business rivalry/romance… things heat up between Cash and Hollis, amazing family dynamics, fun business ventures, and even a skunk named Mango! Cute, sexy novel!

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Kerry Baker

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

This is the first book in a new series and for me this seemed to be setting the scene of what is to come. The story is a slow build one, not overly fast paced but easy to enjoy. I liked reading about the characters for the most part however I found the female mc to be a bit too stubborn and difficult at times. However, she worked well with Kodiak and the connected the story quite well. I am looking forward to having some questions answered in the next books.

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Baker

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

This is a fantastic addition to this series and was such a sweet and enjoyable read. I really loved reading about CeCe and Evan. They had a great connection and I thought it was lively the way we got to see that grow.
The author has nailed the overall vibe of this book. It is easy to read, fun and lighthearted. It really worked well with thr characters that we are reading about. I connected with the storyline straight away and thoroughly enjoyed it right until the end. I am looking forward to the rest of this series.

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Chicken Little Investigates (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Chicken Little Investigates: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Chicken Little Investigates: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With a twist on the classic Chicken Little tale, Chicken Little Investigates introduces kids to the world of science and learning has never been as fun. It is a bright and colourful story with humour that makes you laugh.
Henny Penny, Ducky Lucky, Goosey Loosey and Turkey Lurkey all make an appearance and try to outsmart the wily Foxy Woxy.
With lovely illustrations by Francie Mion you can’t go wrong as the story draws in readers and opens their little minds.
Is the sky falling? Well you will have to read it to find out.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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

Shadow Wolf is the first book in the Protector Wolf Shifter Series. Tamaska has hired wolf shifter Kodiak and his pack as security for an event she’s running. She’s unimpressed from the start, when Kodiak turns up as the event is about to start and refuses to follow her directions. She’s even less impressed when he fails to prevent the theft of the precious opal he’s been hired to protect.

Shadow Wolf introduces us to an intriguing world where vampires and wolf shifters live in a precarious truce alongside oblivious humans. They are powerful but not overpowered – see, for example, the wolf shifters needing to pick up work in security to be able to support themselves financially. Tamaska is oblivious to this world but has been thrown into it whether she likes it or not.

This book gets four stars from me. It would appeal to fans of paranormal romance, particularly werewolf/shifter romance. The next book in the series, which continues Tamaska and Kodiak’s story, is due out in a few months – I’m looking forward to seeing how their story develops!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Lisa Helmick

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

This is the second book in the series. At times it seems very slow moving. I did do some skimming periodically and did not miss any of the story. In here we see if Evan and corral CeCe into being more than his friend. I really did like both of these characters. Each one gets stuck on social norms which impedes their moving forward together.

My one issue is the complication with Eric. I do wish the author would have brought him into the story way earlier as it would have added another element for both main characters.

I do like the all the added time we get with characters that were introduced in book 1. Overall the pace of the story was slower but it still a good read.

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

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Taming Brooklyn (The Club Kings Series Book 1)Taming Brooklyn by Charlotte St. Pierre
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I always love a book with multiple point of views. I love being able to understand what each character is thinking. This author does a fabulous job of that. You truly get to know the characters and their backgrounds which helps to thicken the plot. I suppose one of the things I did not enjoy is that this novel is 90% erotica. Do not get me wrong, they are very well written scenes. I just wanted to skip through some of those parts because I wanted to know what happened next in Brooklyn’s life.

Overall the story was incredibly written and I cannot wait to dive into the second book. The only POV you do not get to read about until the very end is Lyle’s. I audibly yelled when I saw his name as I started the chapter. That is how much emotion I had devoted into this book. I just wish it had a few less sexual scenes; it is not necessarily my cup of tea. But, if you enjoy that, then this book is definitely for you. Also, there is warning given at every corner, but take note of the trigger warnings that it contains. I highly recommend this book. It would be five stars for me if it had less erotica, but do not let that stop you from reading this intoxicating story!

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Tia Martel

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers, #4)Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amy has decided she needs a career change and to do that, she’s headed back to school. Like anything, that’s a bit hard to do when you need money to survive, so she’s planning on working as a nanny while she takes classes. A bright, happy optimist, Amy is always looking for the bright side of a situation.

Noah Pierce is NOT a bright, happy optimist. In fact, his dark, brooding and silent nature are a complete contrast to Amy. So when he unexpectedly becomes the caretaker for his best friends daughter, he needs help. He has no idea how to take care of someone else, let alone suddenly being a dad and no one knows who the father is so it’s up to him to care for her.

Noah hires Amy to help care for Amelia and she sees what Noah can’t: he can be a great dad. If he only chooses to see it. Can Amy help Noah recognize his family man potential without falling in love in the process? Can a relationship survive when the line is crossed?

When I saw another Pierce Brothers novel, I squealed! I’ve loved all of the ones I’ve read so far and this one is no exception. Belinda Williams writes a man just like you want him! Tall, handsome, irresistible, slightly naughty, and a heart of gold.

I am so sad to see the Pierce Brothers storylines end because they are the perfect romance to me. I laugh, I cry, and I want more from all of them.

The characters are well-written, the story is heartbreaking but lighthearted enough that you don’t dwell on the pain too much.

If you struggle with stories about loss or COVID is a tough topic for you, this story may be one to avoid for now.

Sooo, the Pierce Brothers have friends, right? Can we get some of them next?

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Wendy Wary

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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

I loved this cute and sometimes outrageous story about Chase and Hollis. The characters are well written, quirky, and fun. These business neighbors come up with some pretty good pranks on one another until one assumed prank ends up threatening the not-so-friendly bantering nature of their relationship and turning it into something more serious. As they try to work together on a common goal, things get a bit steamy; with all that heat between them as frenemies, it’s easy to see that translate into some bedroom tension. The question is whether or not the can both maintain their take on the world themselves attitude while simultaneously learning to trust and depend on each other. Such a fun read! I’m looking forward to reading some of the other books in this series.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Bethany Rollins

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cash and Hollis are neighboring business owners who communicate via pranks and sarcasm. Cash’s misconception of Hollis seems to be the reason for this strife but the reason for their initial tension was never clear so I’m still left wondering why they hated each other to begin with. I really wanted more reason for this than it being a man’s misconception on a strong, independent female. This concept never sits well with me and it led me to not enjoy Cash’s character for the majority of this book. Hollis was an incredible character with love, courage, grace and a down to earth nature that doesn’t fit into her family’s visions for her future. While Cash annoyed me, the storyline did evolve nicely and kept me engaged. Good read with a nice cast of supporting characters.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Darian Vester

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the story! I read it as an e-book and now I want a paperback copy so I can save it on the bookshelf for my daughter to read. I feel this is a very good book for middle schoolers starting to get into reading or venturing into the fantasy genre. There’s adventure, betrayal, and magic.
My only complaints are Auntie and the other stories. I wish the other stories were longer but considering this book is targeted for a younger crowed they make sense.
I was annoyed by Auntie because I was feeling more a childlike personality than someone who was forgetful on things.
I really loved Zarina’s character growth. She’s so spoiled and doesn’t try to hide it. I’m glad interacting with people throughout the town has helped her change her ways.
This book also has illustrations. I loved the map and thought the pictures of Zarina were perfect.

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