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The First Sin (South of Eden) Audiobook by Lisa Beth Darling

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The First Sin (South of Eden) by Lisa Beth Darling
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Genre – Mythology, Paranormal
Listening Length – 13 hours 20 minutes
Narrated by – John Walker
Cover Designer – Lisa Beth Darling

Unexpectedly and extremely unceremoniously, Lucifer is  yanked out of Hell by his Father so he can return to his old job in the Garden of Eden. This not a reprieve. It’s a last ditch effort to save this withering Paradise, the single place that holds Heaven, Hell, and Earth together.

Lucifer finds he is not alone in in this fading haven. Having been trapped in Hell for more than 2,000 years he struggles to fulfill his Father’s wishes while learning his new place in his old home even as he pines after Eve who has a new lover in Ares.

In the world beyond the shimmering veil sequestering Eden from prying eyes, Cain Enoch has launched himself to the status of The World’s Richest Man and he is on the prowl. The Son of the Devil and Eve is set on finding Eden with murder and destruction on his mind.

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With her unique experiences and perspective on life, Lisa Beth Darling is unafraid to delve into places where others may fear to tread. Yet, as Lisa says; “Fear not the dark,” for in doing so she takes the reader on unforgettable journeys through parts of the mind and heart filled with glorious darkness. Here she is able to masterfully illuminate the gloom with gripping tales of the stormy events that shape, test, & define human character allowing us to shine in the most uncertain of times.

In richly defined worlds ranging from contemporary to those filled with magick and Gods, her gripping stories unabashedly run the gambit from dark & thrilling to heartwarming & inspirational. The characters that shape these worlds are ripe with secrets, lust, betrayal, and sometimes rage. Characters so alive they may keep you awake into the wee hours of the morning cheering, weeping, or trapped in suspense as her heroes and heroines are tested by demons who reside within and without.

Lisa Beth Darling is 56 years-old, the mother of two adult daughters, grandmother to two adorable granddaughters, and wife to her husband for 37 years, Roy. She lives and writes in her hometown of New London, CT. Early influences were Stephen King, Mary Higgins Clark, Harold Robins, Jacqueline Susan and VC Andrews. In her spare time she enjoys gardening and photography

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Three Women in November by Jim Shomos

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Three Women in November by Jim Shomos
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Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 343

Based on a true story, Three Women in November sends you on safari into the complex jungle of contemporary relationships, with three high-achieving women and an almost extinct beast: a ro-man-tic.  

Award-winning mobile games pioneer, Leo, knows his soulmate is out there, yet connecting deeply with three women within three years is a romance miracle. Zoya, ambitious CEO of a government new-media agency in Canberra, didn’t have love on her agenda. Aysha, an in-demand psychotherapist, has never fallen for a client. Jade, partied from rock-chick to global academic, and gave up on love after her recent marriage breakdown.

Leo is a one-woman guy, but one after the other, Zoya, then Aysha, then Jade, push his heart away until they resolve something major in their individual lives. Their self-imposed deadlines fall in the same month. 

Leo has a date with destiny and three women in November.

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  Jim’s stories have skipped across film, TV, web series, songs and novels. 

His first novel published in 2020, Up Here, began life as a screenplay and was shortlisted in the top-5 of the Australian Writers’ Guild’s ‘Romantic-comedy competition’ alongside international bestseller, The Rosie Project. 

He has collected nominations and awards in Cannes, from Film Victoria and the Australian Writers’ Guild. 

A passion for Haigh’s Chocolates, Arsenal, Melbourne Victory, cycling and blueberry muffins. Sometimes cycling for blueberry muffins.

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The Guardian of Whispers (The Reeds of West Hills Book 1) by B. E. Padgett

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The Guardian of Whispers (The Reeds of West Hills Book 1) by B. E. Padgett
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Genre – Kids, Fantasy
Page Count – 268
Cover Designer – Annie Loomis

Not long into fifth grade, ten-year-old twins Frank and Jon Reed undergo extraordinary changes: Frank starts reading minds. Jon can see the future. But every magical gift has a cost.

The constant voices whispering in Frank’s head won’t stop. He can’t sleep or even think. Horrifying nightmares plague Jon, making it harder and harder for him to wake up.

Their hope lies at West Hills School for the Perceptually Gifted, a boarding school in the Pacific Northwest, and the only place they can learn to control their powers.

Moving to a new school means making new friends, meeting new teachers, and being required to live thousands of miles from their family. At least they have each other . . . until a dangerous relic, the Guardian of Whispers, goes missing. All evidence of the theft points to Jon.

With the school board on the verge of expelling Jon for the crime, Frank, his friends, and a grouchy old gifts teacher must catch the real culprit and clear Jon’s name.

The Guardian of Whispers is the first book in the middle grade kid’s fantasy series The Reeds of West Hills. Fans of Rick Riordan and TJ Klune’s The House in the Cerulean Sea will enjoy this book.

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B. E. Padgett is a poet and children’s author in the Pacific Northwest. She was a student affair professional at Everett Community College before pursuing her passion for writing and storytelling. She graduated with a B. A. in Professional and Creative Writing from Central Washington University. She was editor-in-chief at Manastash Literary Journal and event coordinator for Poetry Northwest.

Growing up in a loud and chaotic family of eight inspired her to create stories about sibling connections and challenges. Although she enjoys many things in life, she considers being an auntie one of her biggest joys. She is best known for her series The Reeds of West Hills.

Her hobbies include crocheting stuffed animals, dress up tea parties, graphic design, illustration, whistling and reading.

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Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Future World Changers by Janice Pratt

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Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Future World Changers by Janice Pratt
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Page Count – 256

Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Future World-Changers is your brave kid’s personal guidebook to understanding bravery which comes in many forms, magically appearing in many different situations and locations, like an airport, a hike, in school, or even at home.

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Sometimes when you dream, it takes a while for it to become a reality. I have wanted to write books since I was a little girl and fell in love with my hometown library. I read books at school, at home, in bed, and even in the bathtub. I just couldn’t get enough of faraway places, brave heroes and heroines, and the experience of getting lost in a new and amazing adventure in each book. Through the years, I became the owner of a preschool, a public librarian, a school librarian, and a children’s yoga teacher but no matter what I did I shared stories with children. Finally, at age 62, I published my first book but I know it won’t be my last.

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Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5) by Tam DeRudder Jackson

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Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5) by Tam DeRudder Jackson
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Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 502
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Garrett

I’ve made a few mistakes over the last decade, but the one I regret most was letting Olivia Carter go. When I see her again, the past crashes over me, reminding me of everything I ever wanted and gave up when I let our dreams separate us.

Managing Balefire into the world’s biggest rock band came at a personal cost—walking away from my only love. When fate brings her back into my life, I’m determined not to screw up again. After Balefire hires her studio to produce their next music video, I have a second chance to rewrite our song—if I can convince her I’m a changed man.

Olivia

Ten years ago, Garrett Phillips chose to go with “his boys” and leave me in the dust of a ratty old tour bus. Now I’m working my ass off to make a name for myself as a Hollywood music video director. Unfortunately, my fledgling studio is bleeding money, and my only hope of saving it is to make a video with the biggest rock band on the planet. Too bad that means working with the man who tore my heart out of my chest when he chose his rock ’n’ roll dream over me.

He says he’s grown up. He says we can make things work. But can I truly trust that this time he will stay for me?

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Tam DeRudder Jackson’s love of all things Celtic led her to write the Talisman Series. Steeped in Celtic mythology, these steamy, fated mates, paranormal romance adventures are set in the mountains of Tam’s native Montana and the Highlands of Scotland. Rogue, the most recent book in the series, was named a best romance of 2022 by the Independent Book Review. 

An avid fan of rock music, Tam never misses a chance to see a live show, especially if it’s Shinedown, one of her favorite bands. Her love of rock music inspired her contemporary rock star Balefire Series, a sexy fun ride following the lives and loves of the members of a fictional mega-band. Readers of this series consistently give the books five-star reviews. 

Tam earned her BA in English from Montana State University and her M.Ed. in literacy from Lesley University. After a short teaching stint in Bath, England, she settled in the wilds of Wyoming where she taught adolescents all about the Celts and a bit about writing before she stepped out of the classroom to pursue her writing career full time. 

When she’s not writing, you can find her working her way through her mountainous TBR piles, alpine skiing, or traveling to some new place on her ever-expanding bucket list. To stay up to date on her adventures, connect with Tam on her website www.tamderudderjackson where you can subscribe to her newsletter and hang out with her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/tamstales32.

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Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book #1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Angela Hayes

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Raising ElleRaising Elle by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Hang on to your hats here folk because this story packs an emotional wallop. It depicts topics that are quite graphic and confronting – especially for those with triggers. So be aware of that before embarking on this raw second chance romance.
Raising Elle is the first book in The Sweet Valley Series by S.E. Reichert. And as I mentioned, it will break your heart, then put the pieces back together again. It is a wonderful small town, second chance, western romance with cowboys, ranching, challenges, hardship, secrets, family, friendship, pain, emotion, forgiveness, hope, and the healing power of love.
Elle’s return to her hometown has been a long time coming. But she has been harboring a huge secret and hopes this move can be the fresh start she desperately needs. But what happens when she encounters her old high school sweetheart, Blake? With unresolved feeling still simmering between them- things take a bit of a complicated turn. What happens makes for a heartfelt read.
What a great start to this new series. Bring on Book #2!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, S.E. Reichert!

 

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Ashley Westerman

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing story! This book will hook you from the first page and keep you hooked until the very end. Lots of surprises, twists, and turns. I did not want to put this book down; I also didn’t want it to end. This is everything and more you could want from a book. I highly recommend picking this up today. You do not want to miss out on this author!

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Deb Robinson

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I LOVED LOVED this book. I am not going to say anything about the story in this review about the actual characters or story because it is better to experience every juicy detail without knowing much. The author did a magnificent job in this book with a balance of not getting into the gory details but leaving you to your imagination. She has a penchant for not describing a room a character walks into but adding details here and there. I loved that fact as a reader. I don’t need pages of descriptions. The story itself will keep you guessing and your emotions flying. If you haven’t read this story or this author, she is a MUST and if she continues to write books this good, she will be a best seller soon.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123207396-a-river-of-crows” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A River of Crows” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1678304251l/123207396._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123207396-a-river-of-crows”>A River of Crows</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20042646.Shanessa_Gluhm”>Shanessa Gluhm</a><br/>

My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5526880407″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />

Let me just say that the beginning of the book kind of threw me off, but it got me hooked and had me turning the pages. After 20 years Sloan Hadfield is still trying to recover from the death of her brother. It seems like she has come to terms with it, but she is in the middle of a divorce when she gets the news that her father is about to be out of prison and her mother is being discharged from a mental facility. She has to face her past by going back to her hometown where it all went down. Her brother was never found so she had always wondered if he truly was out there living a good life like her mother has been saying. When another young boy turns up she is determined to get to the truth no matter what. A lot of secrets come out and everyone will be shocked when they finally hear what truly happened. Will Sloan be able to reconcile the past and the present?

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennie M Bechtel

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White Picket FencesWhite Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! I especially loved the characters in this story. I could relate most to Julie’s character. Having experienced burnout as a mother and wife, I could sympathize with what she was experiencing. I was amused by her addiction to diet cola as caffeine and motherhood often go hand and hand. I had mixed feeling about Michael’s character. At first, I didn’t like him, but warmed up to him by the end of the book. The twin girls remind me of my own teenage daughter. I wasn’t prepared for the emotional roller coaster I experienced while reading this book. Sometimes I cried, sometimes I laughed, but always I wanted to read more of this family’s story. I definitely recommend this book and look forward to reading more from this author in the future!

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by katie stapleton

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I cannot adequately describe how great this book is. I was hooked immediately and the book twisted and turned in ways I never expected. The characters are mired in tragedy and trauma, yet are hopeful and real. The events that unfold are intertwined spectacularly. The writer has a masterful grasp of story telling! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a good book. Stunning.

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Teenage War Survival Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) (Teenage War Survival series)Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I honestly don’t know if I can put into words or how to explain this book. This book is written from a teenager’s point of view on what she went thou during the war. This book was filled with so much emotion from pain, fear, love, protection, horror, survival, and so much more that you could feel these coming from the pages of the book. The author is such a strong will woman and telling her story really makes you praise her for her strength to be able to tell her story of everything she has gone thou. This book made me really think about the mundane things in life that I never would have taken for granted while she was fighting to survive this war. This book had me turning pages in anticipation to know what was going to happen next and to see how they were going to get thou the whole situation.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I loved this dark paranormal romance that gave me all the feels of magic, murder, greed, pixie dust, twists and turns. This novella is short, easy read that really packs a punch and also the author and her creative mind and story-line is top notch!

René is feeling guilt driven all over the passing of his twin sister, unexpectantly and trying to cope, feeling alone, and would love nothing more to solve his sisters murder. When another body is found in the woods, like his sister, he vows to determine whom is capable of these heinous crimes. When René sees this beautiful fae woman in his dreams, little did René know she becomes a vital part of trying to solve these murders as well. When Belladonna and René team up, all heck breaks loose…with more magic, witches and also the love that Belladonna has for René .

Will Belladonna and René solve the murderous crimes before it is to late?

This is a fun, fantastic ride of a read and I highly recommend this story!

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8 ) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by katie stapleton

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8)Breach of Trust by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked this book, and it read well as a standalone. I will definitely go back and read others in this series! The story was layered well and I liked the multifaceted view of the detectives solving three separate cases at once. It kept all the pieces constantly moving and I didn’t want to put the book down! The characters were well developed so even though I hadn’t read other books, I still saw the subtleties of their personalities and connected with them. Very good book!

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Teenage War Survival Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) (Teenage War Survival series)Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This book, the words as I read on each page, I couldn’t possibly image what Nadija went through, but hearing her story, I can say Nadija is brave. This story recounts what Nadija went through when war break out and reliving death, bombings, loss, grief and just gut punching moments. Nadija’s story needed to be told and she brought me into her world and what she went through.

This story is so well written and a must read memoir.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Enisha Reaves

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a beautifully written novel full of atmospheric storytelling, mystery, a murder, lies, and secrets with well-rounded characters, then this read is for you.

A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm is written in 2 timeliness. The past, 1988 when main character, Sloan Hadfield’s went missing after a fishing trip with their father and 20 years later in 2008 as she is forced back to her hometown, where it all happened.

This story was masterfully crafted by the author. The well-rounded and beautifully flawed characters help build the plot that is full of mystery, intrigue, and lies. My weakness is a flawed character, and this book is full of them. The way the story unraveled had me gasping and not wanting to stop reading. This slow burn builds to a blazing fire that will leave you satisfied but so sad that it ended. I was already a fan after reading Enemies of Doves, but this book solidified my need to read everything this author will ever publish.

Happy Reading!

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Jess Engel

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! If you’re looking for a page-turning, drama-filled, action-packed book, this one is for you! The author is a talented storyteller and exceptional writer. I read this in two sittings (only because I didn’t know when I picked it up I wouldn’t be able to put it down and I had other plans)….just plan to read it all the way through once you start. There are twists and turns and jaw-dropping moments perfectly placed and makes you wonder what is coming next. The family secrets and drama take you where you least expect surrounding the death and disappearance of Sloan’s brother Ridge. The setting, characters, and plot are well developed and it is extremely well written. This is by far the best book I have read so far this year!

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A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris – Review by Rachel Moss

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A Curse of Ash and IronA Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was an interesting read! The synopsis sounded really interesting to me so I thought I would give it try. While I enjoyed some aspects of this book, a lot of it fell short for me. I was expecting a more Disney Cinderella retelling and this felt like a mixture of different things to me. I enjoyed the steam punk aspect as well but I struggled a lot with actually getting through this one. Maybe it was just an off reading day but the story didn’t grab me as much as the synopsis did. This is the first book I’ve read from this author and I hope to read more in the future!

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Dawn Brown

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Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book is a collection of poems inspired by the Beatles music. Like with all poetry, it is completely subjective as to whether or not a person will like it. This collection is more for people who are open minded and don’t mind Mary Jane.
The poems, for the most part, have meter and rhyme. While reading them, I could hear the beat in my head for them. There were definitely some poems that I did not care for but overall, the poetry was good. (Again, subjectivity based off of my own experiences as a human determine whether or not I will like it.) I could definitely see the Beatles inspiration behind the poems.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Carla Clemmons

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was absolutely amazing! I have not read a page turner like this one in a long time. This story had so many unexpected plot twists. The story flows so well and the characters are intricately written. I was taken by surprise at every turn of the page. This author definitely takes you on a wild ride. My heart breaks for so many of the characters for different reasons but especially Sloan. Her and Ridge are the two characters that do not make you mad at some point. So much happens in the book but the author makes it so easy to follow. I will definitely be following this author for future reads!

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Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Carrie Reed

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Small FrySmall Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent book, especially for kids. There is a lot to learn from this book, and will definitely be passing it on to my nephews. Silas is such a good boy, the fact that he has moments where he could retaliate against Chad, but doesn’t shows how mature he is. I hated seeing him get picked on for being small, kids are one thing but for a teacher to not help in any way, blew my mind. I hope any kid that reads this book can identify at their school if a teacher isn’t supporting them so they can get the help or support they need. On top of the bullying and running for class president, Silas has to worry over his grandpa who has Alzheimer’s. The books does a great job of showcasing what this disease is all about and how it is affecting Silas. Again, wonderful book and highly recommended to middle school kids.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Shannen Kern

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I hadn’t read anything by Shanessa Gluhm before A River of Crows, but this blew me away with such force that I’ve already picked up her another one of her books! I can’t remember the last time I was literally gripping my eBook so hard because of the suspense. The author takes us on a highly emotional rollercoaster with impossible to predict twists and turns throughout the entire story. Family ties will be challenged and some of their deepest secrets will be revealed. Can they all make it through in one piece, or will it be too devastating to go on? I cannot sing praises for this enough. I highly recommend picking this up if you want to be fully invested in a riveting crime thriller!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Carrie Reed

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Afflicted LoveAfflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! My emotions and thoughts were all over the place in this book. At times I was on Kyle’s side and then other times I was on Lyle’s side, I flipped back and forth so much, but finally ended up on this fact: Lyle is an ass. I can understand his hesitance, his cowardice, but he is of the age where it is time to man up and make the decisions in and for his life that HE thinks are best. Although sometimes Kyle and Lyle are toxic together, they are when it comes down to it, also perfect together. The ending had me DYING for book 2. I can’t wait to see what happens next. I really hope for a happy ending for the two, preferably together.

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very fun and enjoyable book. I really enjoy books from this author, and the different learning opportunities for kids and adults alike. This book is about magnets, Alex plays with the magnet left over from a broken fridge magnet and learns about the properties magnets hold. The back of the book has a page about the Earth’s magnetic field, as well as a image depiction and what makes metal magnetic. It really makes me want to investigate magnets on my own and teach my nephews. The artwork is lovely as well.

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Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Raising ElleRaising Elle by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. I can’t wait to see what is next in this series. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed how they pulled me into the story from the start. The characters are engaging and add to the entertainment value of the story. A fast paced story that is hard to put down. A story where wounds are deep but so is forgiveness. A second chance romance that brings emotion and healing. I enjoyed watching the growth of the characters as well as their chemistry. I found myself hoping that Elle and Blake would find their second chance. You don’t want to miss what happens with them. I highly recommend this book.

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Fiddle and Fire (Hearts of Gold Book 2) by Ariella Talix – Review by Shannen Kern

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Fiddle and Fire: A Steamy Historical MMF Romance (Hearts of Gold Book 2)Fiddle and Fire: A Steamy Historical MMF Romance by Ariella Talix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ariella Talix wrote an amazing historical romance that I was one hundred percent engrossed in from beginning to end. While this is the first book I’ve read by this author, it is very far from the last. Suzette moves from France to San Francisco and meets two men that happen to be best friends, Isaac and Walter. You’ll notice rather quickly that these two men are quite the opposite from each other. Once Suzette enters their lives, you can feel the chemistry building between not only her and each gentleman, but between the best friends themselves. The way the author paints each scene is just magnificent. I felt like a proverbial fly on the wall throughout the entire story! Fiddle and Fire has loads of spice of course, but it does have a strong historical romance backbone. Ariella absolutely does not rely on just steam to keep this story afloat. I highly recommend picking this up and giving it a real chance because you won’t be disappointed!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Afflicted LoveAfflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have enjoyed reading and never hesitate to pick up. I have enjoyed her books for the first one. I enjoy her writing style as well as her attention to details that make her stories come to life. This book is no different. This is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. I can’t wait to see what is next in this series. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. The characters pull you into their world with ease and have me coming back for more. This is a dark M/M romance story that is steamy and a must read. There is great chemistry and growth throughout the story. Kyle and Lyle have an attraction that is more addicting than drugs. You don’t want to miss this book for sure. I highly recommend this must read story. I highly suggest checking out this author’s other books as well.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second novella I’ve read by this author, and I think I may even have enjoyed it more than the other. This novella has all the elements I love in a good story – murder, mystery, twists and the paranormal.
Once again the novella’s short length does not take anything away from the story and the author’s style of writing makes it much more enjoyable .
The world the characters inhabit has been described very effectively in such a short piece of writing. The vivid imagery still made me feel as if I had stepped into the story and the characters were very intriguing. The dark grittiness to the novel is present throughout and I love it, I was gripped beginning to end; not everything is as it seems so it added another layer to the enjoyment I had reading this. There are twists and surprises which are revealed as the story progresses and as with everything else, the author does a great job of timing it right.
I thought the storyline was unique and I only wish it were longer so that there would be more for me to devour.
Once again, I look forward to more from this author!

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Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Christine Baranek

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Afflicted LoveAfflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Afflicted Love
By: Autumn Sand

This book comes with a trigger warning and a warning for mature readers. Let me caution that this book packs a heavy punch and deals heavily with abuse and trauma. Please do not take the trigger warning lightly.
That being said, I must say that this book is fantastic. It deals with heavy topics yet I felt that this book was so detailed. It sucks you in from the very first word and it does not let you go until the very end. Each of the characters are so complex, so broken. Yet both of the main characters are complicated and well written. This is a story of lust and heartbreak but also about family. There is betrayal and incomprehensible pain. This is a book you just have to experience to feel the depth of it. I definitely recommend it, it will definitely make you feel all the feels but it is so worth it.

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Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Raising ElleRaising Elle by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A heartwarming and at times heartbreaking second chance at love, western style romance, which kept me hooked throughout. When Elle Sullivan returns to her hometown, Sweet Valley in Wyoming, she’s bruised both physically and emotionally and is hiding a big secret. Elle is tough and a survivor who’s determined to start her life again, and take back her power! She joins her family in trying to save their small horse ranch and in the process runs into Blake O’Connor, her old high school sweetheart.
Blake never got over loosing Elle and his life spiralled out of control and he started drinking heavily. Seeing Elle again and helping her fix up her family’s ranch is also a new beginning for him. As the couple work together they discover they still have the same chemistry they used to, and tentatively begin to find love again and start to heal their wounds. The storyline is a difficult read at times as it does tackle some sensitive issues, which could be triggers for some. However, although it’s an emotional rollercoaster of a read, it’s also a wonderfully written inspirational story full of second chances, healing, family, love and romance. It’s an immersive and engaging story with great characters, who along with the setting have been brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative.

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