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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Megan Pesek

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Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2)Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Riley and Cole, they aren’t enemies, but they aren’t friendly with each other either. Savage Truth picks up with all the intensity from the ending of Savage Lies. It isn’t lack of interest that keep Cole and Riley from each other, there is definitely a spark! Riley’s past and Cole’s pain are the problem. And then the secrets start surfacing.
As the truth starts to get out, everyone is there to protect themselves. When Riley is truly in danger attitudes start to shift. Riley’s father truly is the terrible person her mother has always claimed he was. When he makes his appearance known he does it in a bad way. Cole and Damon learn all the secrets; their family secrets and Riley’s and it makes all the difference in their attitudes. Cole, Damon and the cousins join forces with Uncle Ronan to make sure Riley is safe.

This series has been a roller coaster of emotions that keeps you reading late into the night. Save Lies and Savage Truth have been gripping and I can’t wait for the rest of the series!

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Megan Pesek

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I'll Love You Tomorrow (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, Book #3)I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ll Love You Tomorrow was the perfect ending to the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy. The story is an emotional roller coaster. Lauren and Mitch are struggling in their relationship and Mitch is ready for divorce. Lauren’s restaurant takes entirely too much of her time and Mitch can only take so much more. In the worst of times, Mitch finds himself in the arms of the enemy. Thankfully, Lauren’s brothers step in and encourage both Mitch and Lauren to look at their relationship one more time before throwing it away. Julie Navickas keeps readers interested with fast-paced action and raw emotion.

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Megan Pesek

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Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1)Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage Lies follows the prequel Savage Start.
Enemies-to-lovers and high school bully are understated. This is dark and full of scandal, so much scandal. It’s also full of angst, lies, drama, and even more secrets, jealousy, and bullying.

Riley thought a new place would make a great place to hide, as she always does. Her life is still full of secrets, but this time her mom is changing the rules of the game. Unfortunately for Riley she can’t escape the one causing her so much trouble because of her mom’s relationship with Cole’s dad. She has to stay out of his way or find a way to win.
Cole is one of the Elite, the leader is reality. The Elite are privileged boys who rule their private school. He hates his dad and his mom is dead. Cole’s agenda is to make his dad miserable, no matter the cost.

The characters are so easy to love, Riley, or hate, Cole. The pages fly by once you start. Savage Lies ends with a major cliffhanger. I need the next book now!

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The Challenger (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Megan Pesek

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The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2)The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flynn is a former tennis player turned motivational speaker who recently returned from her book tour. She’s a well-known speaker and writer, yet hides so much of her truth from the world. She’s determined to not let her past catch up with her, even if it means ruining all that starts to go well in her life.

Chavez was at the peak of his tennis career when he abruptly left the circuit. He is hot-headed, extremely sure of himself, and doing all he can to cover his family drama. He aspires to reach the top of his game again too.

Sparks and tension are ablaze when Flynn and Chavez meet in their therapists’ shared waiting room. Chavez wants more than a relationship with Flynn, he wants her to be his new tennis coach too. Flynn agrees, but her flight or fight response kicks in when old problems surface as things with Chavez get more intense.

I love Rowan Rossler’s writing, so it was no surprise that I enjoyed these characters and the overall story. Between the age-gap (it’s not as much of a gap as I anticipated) and everything else the characters have to navigate, it kept my attention from the very beginning. The Challenger is the second book in the series, but is easily read as a standalone. The first book, The Cruiser, is definitely worth reading if you want to fully understand the friendships and connections.

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Megan Pesek

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage Start is a prequel and a quick read to set the stage for the rest of the series.

Riley lives with her mom and it’s obvious that they don’t live normal lives. Running cons is the mother/daughter duo’s game. They’re always running from something, or someone, and getting comfortable isn’t an option. Or is it?

Cole is the football star, all-American boy, and tough guy. He appears to have everything a person could possibly want. Along with his brother and cousins, Cole seems to run the school. Cole’s parents are not happy and neither and Cole and his brother.

Savage Start is a great foundation and teaser that makes me need to read the first book in the series, Savage Lies.

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

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

Shameless Love focuses on Walt Bennett’s story and his love story with Elyse. Elyse is a producer who is hoping to work with Walt’s sister, but Walt just can’t get enough of Elyse. Sparks fly immediately when Elyse and Walt meet and they never let up! Their love story is relatively uncomplicated and without romantic drama.
Shameless Love is a story of love, family, and forgiveness. All of which play a major role in the plot and keep the story moving. It’s a sweet story of love in a small town living the simple life.

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Megan Pesek

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

Noah Pierce finds himself as the guardian of his deceased friend Beth’s nearly 7 month old baby girl. He quickly realizes he needs help and hires a nanny. Little did he know, the nanny he hires makes him feel. He feels way too much and doesn’t know what to do with the feelings. Noah has to make decisions about the baby’s living arrangements, with him or not. His decision can make or break his newfound relationship and uncover secrets from the past.

Amy, the nanny Noah hired, quickly falls for the baby girl in her care… and Noah. When Noah makes decisions about the baby’s care it stirs up emotions that Amy didn’t realize she was still trapped under. Amy can walk away while wallowing in her memories or make the best of her future.

Cry Baby was a lighthearted rom-com with all the best parts of a love story. It was easy to read and entertaining. Although part of a series, it is easily read as a standalone.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Megan Pesek

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Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vaughn’s Xena is SPICY!
Xena is a college student who fantasizes about her best friend Veronica’s brother, Vaughn. Vee is a wealthy, handsome man with a dysfunctional family who seemingly hates women. Xena has had inappropriate thoughts about Vee for a long time and was excited to find out that Vaughn has been yearning for her for a very long time. This kicks off their raunchy relationship. Vaughn and Xena need each other, but aren’t sure how Ron will handle their relationship, so they hide it. Is there a way to keep everyone happy?
In order to enjoy this book it has to be your type… extra spicy with a laundry list of triggers. It’s truly not for everyone, and that’s perfectly fine!
The ending was completely unexpected and truly caught me off guard. So much so, that I have to read the next book to figure it out.

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The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Megan Pesek

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The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-DeanneThe White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lovely Jo is a young black servant for a rich white family in Clear Creek. She runs to Dusty’s ranch when accused of murder because she knows nobody, including the law, will believe her.
Dusty is a lone widower with a gambling problem. In order to keep his ranch he needs to make a lot of money quickly. Dusty finds Lovely Jo who just so happens to have a hefty bounty on her head.
Dusty must decide to either protect Lovely Jo or claim the bounty for turning her in.

This is a short, easy read, but I found it a bit too short. I wanted more of the backstory to understand the characters and their motivation. The romance was good and the story was sweet. I appreciate that Dusty was a true gentleman towards Lovely Jo.

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Megan Pesek

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Throwing the CurveThrowing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Although part of a series, Throwing the Curve can easily be read as a standalone.
Peyton and Ryan find themselves in a fake relationship, thanks to Peyton’s previous relationship. Ryan doesn’t respect Peyton due to his understanding of Peyton dating one of his married teammates. Peyton is in the fake relationship for damage control; she can’t fathom losing the partnership between the team and her community center for at risk youth. As Ryan and Peyton are forced to spend time together for the fake relationship, they actually get to know each other. After jealousy rears its ugly head, Peyton and Ryan have to decide if a real relationship is worth it or not.
Ryan’s family and friends really helped keep the story moving and interesting. The divide within the team added an element of interest too. Kendall was especially entertaining!
This was an easy read with good character development. Definitely worth a read for love, drama, and spice.

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The Taste of Light (The Winemakers Book 2) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Megan Pesek

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The Taste of Light (The Winemakers, #2)The Taste of Light by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“The Taste of Light” is intense, yet beautiful which is exactly what I expected having already read “The True Purpose of Vines.” The villain from book 1 is the main character in book 2, an interesting twist.
The depth of the characters is remarkable. Pedro, Count of Almoster, is dark and broody, yet we see just enough light in him to root for his deliverance. Nothing in Pedro’s life has been easy, but he is so much more that what has happened to him. Anne is more than the young and naïve girl initially presented. She is resilient, resourceful, and the angel Pedro needs. Their story is a beautiful and passionate despite Pedro’s rocky past with Anne’s brother and sister-in-law.
The world-building in “The Taste of Light” was phenomenal and beautifully done. The descriptions are perfect and create a brilliant picture for the reader. The final scene with Ulrich seemed more like a movie than a book due to the descriptions, bringing the scene to life. Intense is an understatement. “The Taste of Light” is an extraordinarily stunning story of deliverance for the dark Count of Almoster.

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Married Blind (King of Screen Book 2) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Megan Pesek

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Married Blind (Kings of Screen, #2)Married Blind by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Some people fall in love and get married, other get married and hope for the best. Abi decided to get married for money. The show would help pay her sister’s medical debt. She’s willing to sacrifice herself to keep afloat financially. Finn agreed to get married to repair his Hollywood image. He has always been a playboy, but this could show his good side.
Reality TV in a book is the best way to describe Married Blind.
Despite wanting to fall hard for each other, both Finn and Abi are hesitant to let it happen due to past experiences. To make this marriage work beyond the reality TV show they’ll have to let each other in. Finn must get past previous relationships and hurt if he wants Abi’s love and trust.
Married Blind was fast paced with great characters. Finn was the smoldering bad boy who was hot and cold. Abi was lovable and delicate but could hold her own. The great character development made for an easy to read story that I didn’t put down until I finished.

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Revenge Never Rests (Tallie Brown Suspense Book 2) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Megan Pesek

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Revenge Never RestsRevenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fast paced barely cuts it with “Revenge Never Rests” as the book starts with an Amber Alert and never lets up! There are so many events that truly keep you reading until you reach the last page.

Although this book can be read as a standalone, I suggest reading “Secrets Never Die” first.

Pay attention to detail, expect the unexpected, keep your head down, trust no one, and watch everything. Tallie use her skills that her mother, Julia, taught her. But can she keep the level of expertise needed to save her father or will she get in her own way? Tallie needs to find her father as he is her tie to a life she was never able to live.

If you like suspense and quick moving plots with great characters, then Revenge Never Rests is for you!

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Megan Pesek

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake and Lily are both trying to find their way and making amends with their troubled pasts.

Lily is not going anywhere in her miserable life in London. Her estranged father left her a little hardware shop in Bluestone, Montana. Lily wants to make the store successful and learn more about her deceased father.
Jake is a local cowboy who has always said ‘no’ to love. He’s content with life on the ranch.

Love Tools is an emotional roller coaster of romance, heartbreak, and drama in a rural romance. I loved both Jake and Lily. This story is an easy read with great characters.

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Kamana Wanalaya by Susan Renee – Review by Megan Pesek

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Kamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday RomanceKamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday Romance by Susan Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first read by Susan Renee. I enjoyed the easy read that not only kept me laughing, but also wanting to shake some sense into the characters at times. The characters are well developed and easy to like and relate to.

Tenley and Teagan are polar opposites when it comes to love. Tenley is jaded and prefers to view love from a practical standpoint, while Teagan views love as a glorious union to be desired and cherished. The fun begins when Teagan “the love guru”, challenges Tenley to a one week, all expenses paid, trip to Kamana Wanalaya Resort in Hawaii to change her mind on love.

Kamana Wanalaya was a fun read with some definite spice. It’s a slow burner, that keeps you hooked. When the plot picks up, it picks up quickly.

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by Megan Pesek

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If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I Had a Magic Wand was such a sweet and sentimental story for babies and kids of all ages. It perfectly puts into words the wishes parents have for their children. The story is whimsical and heartwarming. The illustrations are simple while being incredibly diverse to help relay the story.
My own kids loved the rhyming, easy-flowing story and the magical pictures. This is the perfect baby shower or book shower gift!

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I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Megan Pesek

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Love You Today… I loved diving into the story of Austin & Casey.
Austin is left with a shattered heart when Mavis, whom he loves and helped in her time of need, chooses twin his brother. His career is going phenomenally well at his law firm; making partner is his dream. In the meantime, Austin has the opportunity to setup the newest law office in Chicago.
Casey is a sweet and clumsy bartender who happens to be the biggest Cubs fan ever. She is also Mavis’s best friend and roommate.
Casey and Austin instantly fit together, despite the obstacles ahead of them. Casey is finally following her dreams when Austin’s biggest dream comes true. He’s forced to choose between his dream in California and his heart in Chicago. Which will he choose and will it be the right decision?
I was on edge going through every emotion with Austin and Casey. Can’t wait to read the 3rd book in the series!

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Megan Pesek

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann is a family drama set around Christmas in the aftermath of the pandemic.
Carina has struggled through so much loss that she finds herself feeling lonely trying to move on with her life. Her grown children have all moved on in life and her husband took a new job and seemingly forgot her. Carina is always taking care of others, and doesn’t know what to do when there’s nobody to take care of in her family.
Carina is reluctant, but takes up an opportunity to spend Christmas in a cabin in Colorado thanks to a friend from her support group. Carina has no idea it it’s the right move or what will become of her Christmas, but this is her chance at healing and finding herself.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Megan Pesek

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Defiant Princess was a great way to meet the five families and begin understanding the connections and ties that present themselves in the rest of the series. Defiant Princess follows the five families daughters: Liliana, Sofia, Emiliana, and Marissa in their senior year of college.
If you’ve ever considered reading the Mafia Elite series, start here. It’s a great introduction to the five families. I previously enjoyed the Mafia Elite series, so I knew I would love this too! Amy McKinley has an easy writing style that keeps you reading late into the night.

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Megan Pesek

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rex though he had escaped his past, until he ran into the man whose life was forever changed by Rex’s actions in Vietnam. Over the course of a few decades, Rex has every chance to make amends with Captain Nguyen. Rex is a Mississippi shrimper, an absent father, and a drunk. Only when Rex’s sons are caught up in sinking a shrimp boat and drowning a man is Rex confronted with his past. Rex can’t change the past, but can he make amends with his past in hopes of a brighter future?

Blevens catches the reader from the very beginning and never quits reeling them in. Bycatch gives the reader a glimpse into the Gulf Coast shrimping industry after the Vietnam War. It’s a story of family, forgiveness, and growth.

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Defying Ella (True Platinum Series Book 4) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Megan Pesek

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Defying EllaDefying Ella by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ella and Jared are the main characters in Defying Ella. The plot is full of tension, hatred, anxiety, and vulnerability. Nobody, especially Ella, wants to be snowed-in with their former lover turned current enemy when she’s supposed to be spending a few weeks with her girlfriends. Instead of a relaxing vacation, Ella is stuck with Jared, and they are constantly bickering, and getting in each other’s way. Eventually, they learn to enjoy one another’s company and maybe even understand each other. Will their newfound respect for one another last beyond rescuing? Only time will tell.
A classic enemy-to-lovers story! Defying Ella is part of a series, but this book can be read as a standalone. Be prepared to read this captivating story in no time at all because you won’t want to put it down.
Defying Ella gives the reader a realistic look at anxiety. As anxiety presents itself differently from one person to the next, it was refreshing to see something other than only panic attacks from the affected.

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Mafia Elite Series Box Set Volume 2 by Amy McKinley – Review by Megan Pesek

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Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume TwoMafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trey is a surgeon and in the mafia. Naturally, he’s the guy for the job when Hailey gets abducted. As they twist and turn through a botched abduction turned vengeance scheme they must decide how much they’re willing to risk for each other.

Collateral Damage was a great continuation of the La Rosa family series. Less action than others, but great character development. It’s easy to fall in love with Trey. He may be bad bay mafia, but he’s a good guy at the core. Hailey needs something to go right in her life. Now is their time to shine.
In the final book of the Mafia Elite series Amy McKinley nailed it again. There is only one brother left, Nico, and he’s too guarded to let love in. He’s perfectly content on his own. ‘Trust no one’ is the mafia mentality, after all. One night he is propositioned, and his life is forever changed. Mia may be the one person to change his stance. Mia and Nico will try to have their worlds meet, but catastrophic collision is equally possible when changing anything with mafia families.

Nico and Mia’s adventure is a page-turner. The characters continue to build from previous books and the story is just as exciting. Rivals is the perfect ending to the Mafia Elite series despite being sad that the series is complete.

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True Colors (The Colors Trilogy Book 3) by K.R. Raye – Review by Megan Pesek

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True ColorsTrue Colors by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

True Colors is exactly how I needed this series to end. If you haven’t already read the other books in the series you definitely need to start there.

Melody, Lance, and Imani are faced with new challenges. In order to navigate those challenges, they must first sort out their friendships in an attempt to save and start relationships. When one of the friends is unexpectedly faced with the loss of their spouse the three friends must lean on each other. The loss not only challenges the core group of friends, it also affects their college friends, families, and work.

True Colors highlights how important relationships are in all stages of life; especially the ‘no-matter-what’ friends.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Megan Pesek

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Want a feel-good story that isn’t the standard rom-com second chance love story line? Look no further! Marissa and Weston’s first chance at love went awry as teenagers. Weston left Postscript Island and only returned after his mom had a business offer that was too good to be true. When Marissa is faced with her past lover she does what any woman would… make him see what he missed out on!
Filled with humor, a few trips to a nudist colony, a condom factory, and a crotch sniffing stray dog this is the perfect mix of humor with romance. Tropical Date is an easy read with steamy romance, condom humor, a cozy island mystery, and second chance love.

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Megan Pesek

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The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Melody, Imani, and Lance are back and their friendship is seemingly stronger than ever. That is, until they are faced with more hardships and tragedies that test them each individually and as a group. The Colors of Love is Lance’s story, but Imani shares the spotlight most of the time.

There is a lot going on throughout The Colors of Love and so many characters with issues of their own to meet. Emotions run high from page one and never let up. In this book you get love, sadness, deceit, betrayal, heartache, grief, and jealousy. There is a lot to take in, including possible triggers: suicide, racism, domestic violence, and kidnapping.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Megan Pesek

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Josh and Mavis were meant to be together. Childhood brought them together and it was going to be forever… until it wasn’t. Mavis was faced with an unplanned pregnancy and didn’t know what to do, so she ran. Josh tried to pick up the pieces of his shattered heart, but his life just wasn’t the same. Josh’s twin brother, Austin, helped Mavis when she needed a familiar face. After years of separation, can Josh and Mavis find their way back to each other? When Josh finds out the truth will he even want to try?
With a romantic storyline that strays from the norm, “I Loved You Yesterday” keeps you needing more. If you root for a person willing to fight and persevere to get the love they deserve, then Josh is your guy. A little spice and great character development means you’ll quickly read this page-turner!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Megan Pesek

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Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the final book of the Mafia Elite series Amy McKinley nailed it again. There is only one brother left, Nico, and he’s too guarded to let love in. He’s perfectly content on his own. ‘Trust no one’ is the mafia mentality, after all. One night he is propositioned, and his life is forever changed. Mia may be the one person to change his stance. Mia and Nico will try to have their worlds meet, but catastrophic collision is equally possible when changing anything with mafia families.

Nico and Mia’s adventure is a page-turner. The characters continue to build from previous books and the story is just as exciting. Rivals is the perfect ending to the Mafia Elite series despite being sad that the series is complete.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Megan Pesek

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This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kate has earned everything she has wanted in life at any expense necessary. She’s made it in the big city and couldn’t ask for more. Except an enjoyable life and her family.

Chase was forced into a fatherly role and wears it well. He has almost everything he’s ever wanted. Except the girl who broke his heart a decade ago.

When Kate and Chase are finally in the same town again they have the chance to fix what was broken in the past. Happily ever after is possible, but not without sacrifice.

Jane Suen did a great job developing her characters in this feel-good read. It’s the perfect light read to enjoy on a night in. This is the stuff Hallmark movies are made of.

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Megan Pesek

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The Letter CarrierThe Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Letter Carrier will rip your heart out. It is a fantastic historical fiction book that really tries to put in the reader in the lives of villagers in occupied Braquis, France during WWII, based on the life of Michelle Naget.

Michelle Naget is the only daughter in the family led be Joseph and Yvonne Naget. During the German occupation she must do anything to survive even when the future is bleak and hopelessness sets in. Mimie tells of the oppression and fear the Nazis and SS. It’s eye-opening on many levels. After the Braquis liberation we see some hope return to the family, yet remorse for those risking their lives for the French. The years of sorrow and pain never leave, yet there is hope.

The Letter Carrier should be your next read!

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Megan Pesek

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1)Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aimee is lovable, strong, witty, and not afraid to be herself. Her lifestyle forces her to pay more attention than the average person. Her wit really pulled me in; she’s rough around the edges, but has the biggest heart.

Qadir only knows a life of ultimate luxury and power. When he’s powerless against Aimee it makes him want her even more.

After a chance encounter, when Aimee saves Qadir’s life, they will never be the same. Saving Qadir’s life could cost Aimee her own. Through twists and turns they find themselves trying to work together when danger rips them apart.

S.E. Smith did a great job keeping the story moving. Something About Aimee is a quick read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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