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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Barbara Bohls

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis #1)The Rise of House Valdis by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the start of an amazing series. The prequel is a must, before this one if you really want to be able to understand things from the beginning of the book. That said if you haven’t read that, you will still be able to understand what is going on, it will just take a little longer. My suggestion is to read the prequel first and then read this one. You won’t be disappointed. This book is a quick read and sucks you into this amazing world. The vivid imagery is insane in this book. You can actually picture everything and everyone very clearly. I am not a Sci-Fi fan at all but this author makes it easy to read and I actually really enjoyed reading it. The paranormal characters and the twists in the love story help move this book along. You will start it and finish it without even knowing any time has passed. Does the saving a young girl, help the main character with her cause or does it hinder it. That is what I kept asking myself with this book. I love when everything starts to be pieced together. This book I feel ended to quickly but am thankful that there is a continuation that I can read.
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The Hidden Present (Invisible Magic Wand) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/175870263-the-hidden-present” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Hidden Present (Invisible Magic Wand)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1696960241l/175870263._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/175870263-the-hidden-present”>The Hidden Present</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/331633.Lois_Wickstrom”>Lois Wickstrom</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6332641693″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
It’s Caspian’s birthday! There was a compass on the table grandpa left for Caspian. The compass will answer Caspian’s questions. But where is his gift? Grandpa tells him he has to eat because it’ll help him think better. (Very true!) this was another amazing Caspian story!!
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Give Us Bad Boys & Billionaires by L.M. Mountford – Review by Elisha Johnson

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Give Us Bad Boys and BillionairesGive Us Bad Boys and Billionaires by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Give Us Bad Boys and Billionaires: A Dark and Steamy Romance Collection by L.M. Mountford- 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic collection of short erotic stories that will have you needing a cold shower. Be aware that some may find subjects to be taboo or triggering in some of these stories. I love how this author writes strong, unapologetically erotic, dominant women characters who know what they want and go for it. If you want the spice, these books will definitely bring the heat. I highly recommend this collection.

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Make Me Burn (North Fork Series) by Alicia Street – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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I couldn’t put this book down. Alicia did it again!! The characters that kept me going were Logan Bennett and of course Jinx D’Alessio. He was her brother’s best friend and her fantasy lover. Can they ever find a way to be together or are they destined to loved each other from afar? You must read the story to find that answer as I did. I felt the betrayal that happened between Logan and Jinx throughout the story, I also felt the love that they have had since they were teens. I felt a odd connection with Jinx because of her story about finding love at a young age and yet realizing that no one even notices except Logan. Logan has a harder time with everything because of something that might have happened between him and Vic (who is Jinx’s brother). I really think that you should read the North Fork Series Book 9.

Make Me Burn (North Fork Series Book 9)Make Me Burn by Alicia Street
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t put this book down. Alicia did it again!! The characters that kept me going were Logan Bennett and of course Jinx D’Alessio. He was her brother’s best friend and her fantasy lover. Can they ever find a way to be together or are they destined to loved each other from afar? You must read the story to find that answer as I did. I felt the betrayal that happened between Logan and Jinx throughout the story, I also felt the love that they have had since they were teens. I felt a odd connection with Jinx because of her story about finding love at a young age and yet realizing that no one even notices except Logan. Logan has a harder time with everything because of something that might have happened between him and Vic (who is Jinx’s brother). I really think that you should read the North Fork Series Book 9.

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The Mating Chance (Long Claw Pride Series Book 3 and LumberCats Series Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Barbara Bohls

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The Mating ChanceThe Mating Chance by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a continuation in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series as it follows mountain lion shifters. I haven’t read books about them before so that really intrigued me. I love that each book can be read as a stand alone or as part of the series. I feel that it helps with new readers so they can just start at any point during the series and go back to read the others if they choose to. I would they are all really, really good. This book focuses on the wait that some shifters have to do to find their one true mate. It is also about second chance mating which doesn’t happen in a lot of the books that I have read in the shifter realm. The romance story that flows through the book is also held with the surprises that are in store because of the second mating opportunity. Plus the female lead has a son from her pervious mating. It allows the reader to follow along and be caught up in the story. It makes you want to turn pages faster so you can see what happens. This was a very good read and well articulated. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
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Critical Care (Chase Care Series Book 6) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Critical Care (Chase Care Book 6)Critical Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing quick read. I fully enjoyed the characters and their development throughout the story. It has everything you would want in a romance. The push and pull of whether or not they want to take a chance on love again. There is medical jargon that allows you to feel the presence of what they are doing but isn’t so over the top that you don’t understand. It showed a depth of knowledge from the author but made it were anyone could read it and understand. I loved that, I am by no means in the medical field and felt completely confident in what was happening. It does have a lot of super sweet mushy romance in the beginning with endearment that I wasn’t sure I could read the whole thing if it was like that. Then you turn the page and all of sudden there is a suspense plot line that I didn’t see coming. It is amazing to be able to have the romance and the suspense in such a way that you don’t want to put the book down. This read was super quick and I loved every minute of it. This is the 6th book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I have read others in this series so I knew a little of what to expect. Having said that, this was a really fresh take on a story line that I didn’t see coming and I enjoyed every minute of it. Each book that I have read in this series has not disappointed me and it keeps me coming back for more.
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Murder At Music Hall (True North Murder Mystery Book 1) by A. J. Ullman – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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This is the first book I have read by this author. I will tell you that its very graphic when it comes to describing the scene where someone loses their life. I actually had a hard time getting it into at first because of the graphic description. Which is weird for me, since I tend to enjoy books that get graphic. Detective North (who is retired homicide detective, and now a Private Investigator) has been hired by the victims father to find out who hurt his boy. There are moments that I feel like there should be more description but overall I really like the book. Definitely recommend this book to others who like reading about mystery, murder, mayhem.

Murder At Music Hall (A True North Murder Mystery Book 1)Murder At Music Hall by A. J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author. I will tell you that its very graphic when it comes to describing the scene where someone loses their life. I actually had a hard time getting it into at first because of the graphic description. Which is weird for me, since I tend to enjoy books that get graphic. Detective North (who is retired homicide detective, and now a Private Investigator) has been hired by the victims father to find out who hurt his boy. There are moments that I feel like there should be more description but overall I really like the book. Definitely recommend this book to others who like reading about mystery, murder, mayhem.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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The Missing Red EnvelopesThe Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be so cute and fun! It walks you through a mystery Lunar New Year adventure with Lorie and Weina. The girls have lost their lucky new year red envelopes that they have been saving up to replace a bracelet for their grandma. This book keeps you on your toes while you follow the girls along their day and also trying to find said missing envelopes. I loved seeing another side of Asian American culture and the different things that they do/celebrate compared to my own family. This book had my children hooked while we followed the girls back through their day. The traditions and holiday excitement was so fun. I really enjoyed the simple illustrations as well. My girls 9 and 12 both enjoyed reading this book with me and learning about others. It also lined up with their cultural days at school so they learned so much this week!

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets Series) by K. Rose – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets, #7)Basil by K. Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so funny and steamy! Let me first say, that I haven’t read the others in the series, but I still loved the book and can’t wait to grab the others!! This book made me laugh a few times out loud! The glitter comment being one! I might have even talked a friend into reading this series over that conversation!! Basil wakes up to find herself a vampire. Only problem is that she is a vegan and she doesn’t eat anything that had/has a mother. Not so good for a newly made vampire. Luckily she formulates a plan very quickly. She makes a serum that helps with the hunger, she buys a store with an upstairs apartment, and she leaves town. She moves to Silver Springs. A heavily supernatural town. She opens up a smoothie juice bar with a tanning salon. Opening night is a big hit. Her life has been a world wind of changes and the biggest one yet is all the men! Has she found her mate? And what is a mate? She is so new to EVERYTHING that she needs to do some research! Unfortunately, she’s kidnapped and no one knows by whom! Such a great story! Like I said, I can’t wait to read the others in the set! You can read it as a stand alone, but trust me, you will be just like me running to get the others! If you love a good supernatural romantic comedy with lots of angst, banter, and some steamy parts then this one is for you!

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6591435-nessie-and-the-celtic-maze” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1348004429l/6591435._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6591435-nessie-and-the-celtic-maze”>Nessie and the Celtic Maze</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2948111.Lois_June_Wickstrom”>Lois June Wickstrom</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6311039340″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Craig and Linda are on vacation again. Yaayy!! When Jacques has the kids coming with him on the fishing boat, Craig and Linda’s parents worry after their last adventure. They don’t want the kids seeing or talking about any monsters. Well this time Nessie needs there help to rescue Princess Sheona. She got trapped in the maze by a bunch of boulders. Craig and Linda do what they know best. Help Nessie!<br />This book was really good and a super fun little adventure.
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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cray was so excited to be going to a birthday party!! It is Fox Hay’s mamma’s birthday high up in the mountains. It would be a long trip, but also an adventure! They saw animals of all kinds, plants high and low, and they even needed help along the way. It can be scary facing new things, but you can still be brave. Asking for help when needed can make adventures less stressful. This book was so cute!! If helps younger kids build courage through out different obstacles they may come across in life. Being scared and facing those fears. I think that this book is wonderful for kids, BUT it is also great for adults to read too. The tips in the back are so helpful and I encourage adults to read this one!!

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man, Book 1) by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man Book 1)Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book hit me on a few levels. It was so adorable first of all! Talk about second chances after kids! And not only second chances but honestly true first loves. This story is about Bailey and Fox. Their story is electric! Fox has become a CEO of a company that Bailey has worked for, for quite some time. She has worked her way up the ladder so to speak. Finally becoming VP in her department! After her husband passing away, it has taken a lot of time to get passed some things. But by chance her and CEO Fox, end up on a plane ride together and hit it off. It’s like they are old friends. Talking about everything. Anything! Finding common ground in so many ways! Both single parents. Trying to navigate the corporate world, but also be mom AND dad at the same time. Kids are a job in themselves. They need to eat right. Get outside and off their devices! Spend time with what family they have. And most impotently be supported by their parent! Right? Fox isn’t your typical CEO. He was brought in to fix issues and he sole focus it his kids and doing just that. Turning the company around will take a lot of focus. Does he have time for anything else? I found the characters so relatable. The author hooks you in with both of their stories that will put you into some emotions!! You can’t help by feel for all of them! The kids and the trauma the adults have fought through! Defiantly a cute romantic must read!

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

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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

His Forever Muse finds Brandon Rossi on a journey of rediscovery when he runs into “the one that got away” while on the other side of the world. Being a lover of love and with there being 15 years to catch up on, he decides that he will do what it takes to reconnect with Callie. What he didn’t plan on was the nightmare she had previously escaped, which is now trying to overtake her life again. While a part of a series, this can be read as a standalone, and while there are some darker elements than the previous installment, the author achieves another sweet, heartfelt novel.

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

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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 book left me in all my feelings. It addresses some tough topics but does it with grace. The main characters are pretty much searching their souls to have a more fulfilled life. They haven’t talked to each other in the last 15 years. Obviously a lot can happen in 15 years and this is their journey to see if they can find the love that they both desperately need. The book will get you feeling everything the characters feel. I highly suggest that you get a box of Kleenex’s and a good comfy soft blanket. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I sat down to read this book, but the journey it took me on was one of the best that I have been on in a while. There are the hurdles that the main characters have to overcome to be together. This only helps to heighten the love story that is between them. This is the second book in the series and it does mention the characters from the first which is a great little tad-bit that I fully enjoy. I highly recommend reading this series and even though the characters are mentioned from the first book, it isn’t necessary to read the first one to understand what is going on in this one. That being said, I would highly recommend reading the first one because this series is just that good.
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Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions (Notebook Mysteries Book 5) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions (Notebook Mysteries book #5)Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 5 in the series and this is the first book of the series that I have read. That said let’s break it down. I feel that you could just start with this book and be fine. I however, would recommend reading the others in the series so you can understand the characters and their friends/families better. This book has adventures, thrills, and intrigue all weaved throughout the book. There is the storyline of the main characters but in that storyline is the main theme of the book. It is like getting two stories at one time. You are able to deep dive into the main characters and who/what they have gone through but yet still have the thrill of them chasing after a huge, nasty crime circle organization. The book will have you guessing as to who is doing what, what is going to happen next, and what else could these poor kids go through. I didn’t feel much of a lull throughout this book because it constantly kept my attention with what was happening. I had to keep turning the pages to find out what was going on next. I feel that I wasn’t prepared for how amazing this book was going to be. I also find myself going back to the first book in the series to read all of them. I feel like I will have a better understanding as to what drives the main characters. However, you get a good feel for that in the book, I just liked it so much that I need to know more. I highly recommend this book if you like organized crime, mysteries, thrillers, and just good suspense.

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The Thieves (The Millersville series) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Brittany Angel

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The ThievesThe Thieves by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Thieves is the second installment of the Millersville Series. While a part of a series, it can be read as a standalone. This is a multiple POV and tells the story of 2 different groups of people. You have Jas and Phil who are trying to get money to take care of Jas’ dad when their plans are foiled by Becs and Zerk. This then sends you on a journey where you meet additional outlandish folks, and you can only hope that it all works out in the end.

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Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3)Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has been my favorite series so far. Chase Care has been done with such truth and reality that you just can’t put it down. In this, book 3, we read about Pete Walker and Rowena Anderson. These two have history from their Army days in Afghanistan. Some big secrets will finally come out during this story. The romance will get you. I felt some big emotions just as much as all the characters did. The story has action, lots of drama and it’s full of medical stuff. It’s my favorite book version of New Amsterdam. I devoured every little bit. Nakoma to Mike to Noah to Jacob to sleazebags like Silas. You will be sucked in right from the start. This is written to be engaging, intriguing and downright fantastic. It’s one of the best books you’ll read this year, if you love medica romantic suspense. You can read it standalone. I’m gonna tell you, go read the first two. I will be counting down the days until book 4!! Comes out.

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Ocean’s Three (Made In Heaven #2) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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

As a teen Elena goes through something very traumatic. As a result, she ends up blocking her friends that they dream shared. True love is meant to be. Though some years have passed. The three our united in person. This book is as good as the first.

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

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

This author’s storytelling has me hooked. The character development and banter are unmatched. Here, we dive into Zoey/Shadow’s story, and it is dark. What’s amazing and consistent is those she is surrounded by and their love and concern for her. How she learns to navigate that and grow by the end is wonderful. I would read 100 mire stories about Zoey.

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Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC Book 1) by D.M. Earl – Review by Brittany Angel

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

What do you get when you have a badass female biker gang blowing up sex trafficking rings and helping the victims heal? A fantastic story, that’s what. I went into this one, assuming there would be quite a bit of smut, and was thoroughly surprised to find very little smut and a full-on plot. Though I wished we had a full-blown action scene during the big climax, I’m happy with how things went and am immediately jumping into the second installment.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62874959-echoing-hearts” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1664848001l/62874959._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62874959-echoing-hearts”>Echoing Hearts</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18542723.C_R_Alam”>C.R. Alam</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5417346693″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Rae and Dean are two whirlwind of people. There worlds collide when they meet in Georgia. Dean swore off females after his fiancé left him at the altar. Rae doesn’t believe in love after watching her mother battle depression. The descriptions the author gives is stunning. I cannot wait for another book! I need more!!!
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Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by tori mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/82024045-creatures-of-the-night” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Creatures of the Night” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1674271601l/82024045._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/82024045-creatures-of-the-night”>Creatures of the Night</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6993053.C_A_King”>C.A. King</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5417327266″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Everything paranormal in one book. This was a stunning read, the cover captivated me.<br />Zoe and her brother know what the must do for their lives, and lives of the others. But what happens when Zoe falls in love with the wrong side? Can Zoe and Simone make their relationship work through everything. I cannot wait for another book!!
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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General)Doctor Frank Enstein by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a super cute quick read. It has everything that you are looking for in a romance book. It has the misjudgments at the first meeting to the growing of feelings throughout the book. Barbara went to Frank to help her with something that has Frank, who is dealing with some of his own issues, look at things a little differently. This leads to them having a horrible first meeting and yet something blossoms out of that meeting and they can’t seem to stay away from each other.
Reading this book you will get caught up in the building of he characters and their backstories. You will figure out what is bothering Frank and why Barbara needs a plastic surgeon. These two things are key to how they develop their love story. If you have a couple hours that you can sit down and get lost in the small town feel of this book, you wont be disappointed. Also, it never hurts to read about a hot doctor.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Brittany Angel

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

When Giacomina and her daughter Viviana need to pack their things quickly and get out of town with her father due to an unknown risk to their family, she never imagines running into him. Nolan. The man who has not left her mind for 5 years.

When he walks into his father’s office and sees the one woman who he has been obsessed with for the last 5 years, his world is turned upside down.

This book has forced proximity, second-chance romance, a pending mafia war and so much more. Written incredibly well, you can’t help but fall into the lives of every character in this book. I am looking forward to reading everything this author has about these families.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book has everything from drama, some sassiness, and romance. The book is the first in the series by this author. I was drawn in by the synopsis of what the book is about. I love a good feisty book. This story did not disappoint. The main characters from the beginning are real sassy towards each other but yet they have this independence to do things their way which makes it even better. I am a sucker for strong lead characters. Going through what threading female did growing up, it would make anyone jaded when looking at life. This is where most of that sassiness that I love comes form. She is used to doing things on her own to get things done. Meanwhile, the leading male character has had a relatively easy lifestyle compared to the leading female. However, they both bring their own hurts for the past to what they are working with now. They are reluctant to even consider a relationship because of those hurts but like any true romance story they overcome those obstacles. This book had me laughing out loud during certain parts and swooning with others. It does start out a little slow in my opinion, like it is slowing building into what the climax of the book. Normally that bothers me but this time I felt like it needed to start slow for the reader to fully grasp what the characters have bene through. I would recommend taking a day to read this book because you wont be disappointed. It is a true slow burn romance that will have your emotions all over the place while reading.
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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Tori Mitton

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  1. <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79191649-a-mountain-in-the-air” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1673983030l/79191649._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79191649-a-mountain-in-the-air”>A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16725711.Laura_Koerber”>Laura Koerber</a><br/>
    My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5393253186″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
    This is my first read of this series. It’s about dystopia, and what the future is, shape shifting. Mischief, mystery. It makes you really think of what the world could turn into, far into the future.<br />
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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Brittany Angel

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a sweet, romantic, read. Rae and Dean don’t really believe in love anymore due to experiences in their pasts. But when fate aligns for a chance encounter, they find that it isn’t always easy to ignore your heart. This novel was moderately paced and the banter between the two was very entertaining. A great Saturday morning read.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Barbara Bohls

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is completely not in my wheel house at all. I first don’t normally read historical romance or western. That said, this book was amazing. It is a long book but I loved it because it doesn’t feel long while you are reading it. It is a quick read for its length so don’t let that distract your from reading it. The way this book is written is what sells me so much on it. It takes turns that you don’t see coming and has you on the edge of your seat the further you get into the story line. The intrigue that you enter when Simon starts to figure out his sexuality in a time period that it was not common and banned, brings you understanding of what it might have been like during that time. The way things unfold in this book kept my interest the whole way through. The self discovery, the feeling of being bored and complacent, and the will to do something dangerous is what had me hooked, line, and sinker. I am not one to really read westerns or even watch one but this one appealed to me because of the darker nature that was described in the book synopsis. The mystery in the book is there and it is a slow build. I feel like the first few chapters are a little slow but it completely picks up and you find yourself lost int he land of outlaws. The murder mystery will have you guessing every character that is in the story and there are a lot of them. It seems like it could be anyone and the mystery man in black that haunts Simon’s dreams……complete plot twist because it not only gets you thinking in one direction while dropping seeds of doubt in other directions. I found myself not knowing what I thought I knew. This made the book so much, much more than just a story to read. It almost felt as if I was going into this time period and living it right along with the characters. If you have a weekend that you need a break consider this book!! You wont disappointed and don’t let the length scare you off because after the first few chapters, the pages will just continue to turn without you realizing that you are turning them.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Forbidden Love: Book 1 of the Forbidden Duet by KM Lowe – Review by Brittany Angel

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Forbidden Love - Book 1 of The Forbidden DuetForbidden Love – Book 1 of The Forbidden Duet by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kally and Clark have been best friends since they were children and their love for each other has only grown.
When Clark arrives to Kally’s eighteenth birthday party, he finds out just how out of reach she’s about to be.
To help protect her family, Kally has to do something she never thought she’d ever have to do. Can Clark save her from her fate or will he be too late?

This is written in multiple POV which is always a favorite of mine as it really gives you a well rounded story. While this is a little dark, it is a fast paced palate cleansing read. Looking forward to seeing where this one goes.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Barbara Bohls

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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

What could go wrong with a one night stand? I am sure Summer was thinking nothing would happen if she allowed herself to just break free and have a moment for herself. She wasn’t expecting Luc. Luc was bound and determined to make Summer his. This book has the twists and turns that you got in the previous books. It has all the steam that you could possibly want and the amazing love that these characters all share. I found this book to be an easy read and I love everything mafia, so that makes it even easier to read. Just when I think I know what is going to happen there is a turn that I didn’t see coming. That kept me more engaged and even gave me a bit of a withdrawal after finishing it. If mafia, action, love, steam, bad a$$ females, alpha males, and HEA’s are your thing you will love this book. Just be prepared to have your heart ripped out and shoved back together by the end. So so so good.
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