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Salvation: An Ash Park Prequel Novella by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Melissa Agena

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Salvation: An Ash Park Prequel Novella (Ash Park, #0.5)Salvation: An Ash Park Prequel Novella by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So thrilling that I can’t wait to read more! Salvation is the Prequel novella to the Ash Park Series by Meghan O’Flynn. Now, I read the series prior to reading this novella and it explains so much! This prequel is based on Edward Petrosky. Petrosky is the lead detective in the Ash Park serial killings, only this time it’s about him. His wife is found dead and he is on the one who finds her. We also learn about his reasoning’s for joining the police force. Being former military, it can be difficult to unsee things. We learn quite a bit about Detective Petrosky throughout the series but this really sums him up and at the same time sets up the series. This novella give us a basis for why he is the way he is and why he fights so hard to find out who the Ash Park Serial Killer is.

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider – Review by Melissa Agena

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Chain Reaction (Nite Fire, Book 2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just as good second time around! Nite Fire: Chain Reaction is Book 2 in the series by C.L. Schneider. A continuation of the first book, which means that you really need to read the first one, Dahlia goes on a mission that could save an entire city. She has a new human partner named Creed and is a consultant now for the police department helping out with the “non-human” profiling. This time a mutating drug named Chrysalis has shown up into the city and its Dahlia’s job to find the source and stop it before it takes over everyone in the city. While working on the case, she continuously learns human behavior and is having a hard time with all the secrets that are being unleashed. Once again, I have to say that I don’t love Sci-Fi books but this one, I have to say I really do like and cannot wait to read the next book in the series. The author has a way with words and knows how to draw you in and keep you interested. There are so many twists and turns that you don’t expect, which to me makes for a really good and interesting read. If you are into sci-fi, dragons, the paranormal, and kick ass chicks…this is the series for you! If you don’t believe me, the read it yourself! You really will not be disappointed!

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Perilous Confessions (The Possession Chronicles book 1) by Carrie Dalby – Review by Melissa Agena

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Perilous Confessions (The Possession Chronicles Book 1)Perilous Confessions by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book and fell in love with this story! Perilous Confessions is book 1 in The Possession Chronicles by Carrie Dalby. This book is one that I would put down as a classic and re-read must! I loved this era because no one really writes from this era, which makes it unique. Not only does this era make this story amazing but adding the fact that they are in the South, which adds more of a scandalous tale. This book is set in the very late 1890 or very early 1900’s and follows Lucy Easton, an author who aspires to be published one day. She is very desperate to become published and will try and work her way into the publishing world. Then she comes across Alexander Melling, a young lawyer, who is captivated with Lucy and over time became very entranced by her. Lucy on the other hand has been warned off of Alexander by her brother. However, Lucy didn’t scare so easily and fell to her attraction to him. Alexander promised Lucy realism to her writing and with that came secretive interludes. Hot, heavy and steamy interludes. I love this author’s writing style. It’s very captivating and surprisingly easy to read. I was surprised because it wasn’t what I expected but I’m sure glad that I read it! I cannot wait for the next book to come out. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone regardless of whether or not you read historical books.

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Bad Things Happen (Ashes to Ashes – Book 1) by Rowena Holloway – Review by Melissa Agena

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Bad Things Happen (Ashes to Ashes, #1)Bad Things Happen by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was surprisingly pleased with this book! I didn’t know what to expect but I’m so glad I read this book! Bad Things Happen is Book 1 in the Ashes to Ashes series by Rowena Holloway. This story follows Joey Baptiste, who is a professional football (Soccer) player that has witnessed a major crime. This story also follows Charlotte Ashe. She is a weather girl on television trying to become a true crime reporter. Charlotte gets lucky when Joey comes to her with this crime, but Charlotte has no idea what she’s getting into. Her job and life is on the line and Joey is trusting her with everything. Now it’s up to Charlotte to uncover the whole truth behind Joey’s story. Can she do it? I guess you will have to see! I did like the way that the author grabbed you and continued to keep you in suspense the whole time. To be truthful, it was a little bit difficult to keep track of the timeline. Other than that…I loved the characters and the well to be honest the British language! I truly do love books based in the U.K. Things tend to be a bit more forward and raw. The humor is hysterical and I loved how Charlotte is completely focused on her work and doing well at her job. She is determined to prove everyone wrong and prove that she can do the job! I love when the female lead is strong and learns to come into her own.

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC) by T. Birmingham – Review by Melissa Agena

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2)Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series just keeps getting better! Written in the Stars is Book 2 in the Fallen Eagles MC series written by T. Birmingham. This book follows the President of the MC and of course one of our Markham girls. Davis “Eagle” Landon and Winter Markham have had a thing for each other for quite some time now. However, it’s finally time for those two to figure things out. However, Eagle has another murder to solve. This time the murders involves Winter and a copycat serial killer. You won’t believe who this murderer is! I wasn’t expecting it at all. Despite the 13 year age gap between Eagle and Winter they end up being perfect for each other. Eagle is Not to mention how ridiculously hot the sexy scenes end up being. But can Eagle save Winter when the time comes? I absolutely love this author and the way that she can pull you in and keep you enthralled. She is very good with the dichotomy between the love story and a murder or in this case…murders. I simply cannot wait for the next book to come out. I have feeling who the next couple is but what other twists will we find ourselves wrapped up in! I definitely recommend this series to anyone who loves romance and murder mysteries. Of course, like all series I advise to start with book 1 so you can follow a continual story, but you really don’t need to here.

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SHADOW’S KEEP: A NOVEL BY MEGHAN O’FLYNN – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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Shadow's Keep: A NovelShadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am truly amazed by this author. Everything I read by her keeps getting better and better. Shadow’s Keep by Meghan O’Flynn follows Deputy Sheriff William Shannahan. When he finds the body of a child in the woods while he was running William is determined to find the actual killer, especially when the Medical Examiner advises that the child was killed by a dog. However, this animal would have had to have very large paws and be able to remove the child’s eyes. This story also follows William’s girlfriend Cassie. Cassie has a son about the same age as the victim. Cassie has some underlying issues that have been pushed far back in her mind and when this murder happens, those issues come out. The only thing for William to do is to protect her and her son while the investigation takes place because there is a lot that is discovered and comes out. Both of these characters have their own personalities that make this story even more interesting. I love the way that this author writes. She is so completely descriptive that it is entirely captivating. She sucks you in and the only way out is to finish this book. Yes, it’s a page turner that has lots of twists and turns that you can imagine. I cannot wait to read the next book from this author. She has become one of my favorite writers and will definitely recommend this book and any others by her.

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NITE FIRE: FLASH POINT BOOK 1 BY C.L. SCHNEIDER – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So very impressed! Anyone can tell you that fantasy is so not my genre to read, but I was intrigued and now I’m very impressed. Nite Fire: Flash Point is book 1 in the series by C. L. Schneider. This book follows Dahlia Nite who is a shifter that worked for Queen Naalish in the world of Dimera. Dahlia is half human and half dragon. Queen Naalish strips her of title of Executioner and sentences her to be executed herself. Obviously, Dahlia is a fighter so she flees to the human world. There she travels from place to place where she doesn’t stay very long. Essentially, she fights what is lurking in the shadows to stay alive. She ends up back in the town that she continues to return to because it was the one place that she truly loved. Now she is helping the police to solve a crime. This book was pretty amazing in the sense that the author sucks you in from the beginning and keeps you there the entire book! Not only is the storyline great but so is the way that the author describes things. She makes you feel like you are truly a part of the story. I do recommend this book and actually cannot wait to read the second book in the series. This book is about a strong woman heroine and her ability to continue to fight. You will not be disappointed.

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A TERRIBLE BEAUTY (FALLEN EAGLES MC SERIES – BOOK 1) BY T. Birmingham – Review By Melissa Agena

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A Terrible Beauty (Fallen Eagles MC Book 1)A Terrible Beauty by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So not what I thought it was going to be. But I am not disappointed at all! A Terrible Beauty is the first book in the Fallen Eagles MC Series by T. Birmingham. Typical MC series are men only clubs. This one has both men and women, which I was happily surprised. All of the club members are former military and some have even served together. Summer “Kit” was captured and held for 30 hours along with Hammond. What happened during that time was a horror no one wants to ever happen. That happened 10 years ago. They have kept that secret from mostly everyone. Kit was supposed to be with Hammond’s brother Leland or Lee. Hammond is married to Kit’s older sister Autumn. The secret between Kit and Hammond has damaged their relationships. As well as the love story between Kit and Lee redevelops throughout the book there is also a mystery that is going on. Someone is trying to sabotage the families of returning military men and women from war. Now that person is targeting Kit, Hammond and Casper. Casper was also with them during the capture. There are so many ups and downs as well as twists and turns. It was an emotional rollercoaster as well. I absolutely adored this book! I cannot wait for the next book in the series. It is no wonder that this author is an International Best Selling Author!

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UNTRAINABLE – By Jamie Schlosser – Review By Melissa Agena

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UntrainableUntrainable by Jamie Schlosser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an adorable book! Untrainable is a romantic comedy written by Jamie Schlosser. I’ve ready Jamie’s other series, which were awesome! This book is just as good as those other ones. This one is even more adorable! This book follows Theodore “Theo” Legend. He is famous because is family had a reality tv series and he was considered the “Black Sheep” of the family. Then his parents were killed in a car accident. Hadley Holiday is famous because she was on a talent show on tv with her dog Matilda and made it to third place. Theo is now broke and the laughing stock of the press. He needs to get on the good side of the public. But he also wants Hadley too. So what does he do? He comes up with a realty show comedy where Hadley “trains” him to be a decent human being in public! She isn’t so sure of the idea but goes along with it because she was banking on winning the competition. I love the chemistry between these two! They are so different but it works for them. It doesn’t hurt that the both of them are pretty gorgeous and they both are attracted to each other. This book really is pretty funny and so sweet! I love Jaime’s writing style. It sucks you in and makes you think you are in a rom-com movie! I absolutely adore this book and I would definitely recommend a good book. You will not be sorry you bought this book!

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A FROTHY CHRISTMAS KISS (CHRISTMAS KISS SERIES – BOOK 4) BY ALLYSON R. ABBOTT – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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A Frothy Christmas KissA Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can’t say it enough…this is a Christmas read must! A Frothy Christmas Kiss is book 4 in the Christmas Kiss Series by Allyson R. Abbott. This story follows Kat where she has just moved to this town in order to escape her ex and secretly her best friend. Her best friend is one of those best friends who thinks that they should be together. Her best friend, coincidently, is a man. He keeps pushing her and pushing her to try a relationship out together. She on the other hand just doesn’t feel it. Now, from the time she was a little girl, coffee was a big part of her life. So essentially, she absolutely adores the stuff. She finds this coffee shop that she absolutely falls in love with. Along with the coffee shop comes a super hot owner! So between lusting after him and fighting off her best friend…she has got her hands full. However, Mr. Coffee Shop owner (Dan) is a bit of a mystery that she tries to figure out. I loved this book and absolutely adore this series. I am so glad I was able to read it. This story feels like a hallmark movie waiting to happen! I love how the author pulls you in and makes you fall in love with the characters. This is the same with all the other books as well. I can’t wait to read more from this author! You won’t be disappointed.

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A PINK CHRISTMAS KISS (CHRISTMAS KISS SERIES – BOOK 3) BY ALLYSON R. ABBOTT – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Definitely a Christmas series not to miss! A Pink Christmas Kiss is the third book in the Christmas Kiss Series by Allyson R. Abbott. This book follows Billie and Leroy. Billie, a small town girl, moves to the big city to pursue her career aspirations in marketing. Billie left her high school sweetheart, Leroy behind. Billie wasn’t doing so hot with her job and her life wasn’t as she imagined it would be. Then she got word that her dad isn’t doing so well physically and decided that she needed to move back home to help out in the family business. That family business just so happens to be the only mechanic garage in the town. Billie grew up in the business and learned everything from her dad. So Billie’s new aspiration in life was to run the garage so her dad could take a step back. But what about Leroy? Billie also has a surprise waiting for her in the garage when she gets back too and it turns out to be from Leroy. Leroy finds out she is in town and it turns out that he is still angry at her. But of course, you know this is a HEA! This was a really cute book that I could not put down! I loved the characters and the interactions between them all. This is definitely a page turner! I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. I love this author!

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A TANGY CHRISTMAS KISS (CHRISTMAS KISS SERIES – BOOK 2) BY ALLYSON R. ABBOTT – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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A Tangy Christmas KissA Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is definitely a seasonal must read! A Tangy Christmas Kiss is the second book in the Christmas Kiss Series by Allyson R. Abbott. This story follows Melanie “Mel” on her curious adventure to Spain. Mel’s mother calls her out of the blue to ask her to go to Spain to help her Aunt while she recovers from surgery. So basically anything that could go wrong on this trip happens. The upside to this is the sexy man that sat next to her on the plan. He decides to help her even though he doesn’t speak any English and she doesn’t speak any Spanish! All the while Mel doesn’t seem too concerned as to why her mother couldn’t go to Spain. But you have to read to find out why! So, basically this story is full of funny and quirky moments that keep you laughing and wondering what’s going to happen next. If this book doesn’t put you in the holiday spirit then I don’t know what will! Allyson has such a way with her books that the stories have so many unexpected twists that pull you in and have you on your toes wanting to see what’s going to happen next! This is such a sweet story that you really don’t want to put it down. I cannot wait for the next book in the series to see what kind of romantic adventure we take ourselves on! Again…this is a Christmas must read!

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IT ENDS TONIGHT (BAYOU DEVILS MC – BOOK 4) BY A.M. MYERS – Review By Melissa Agena

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It Ends Tonight (Bayou Devils MC Book 4)It Ends Tonight by A.M. Myers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am absolutely in love with this book! It Ends Tonight is the fourth book in the Bayou Devils MC Series by A.M. Myers. This story is an emotional rollercoaster waiting to happen! The characters are phenomenal! This book follows Quinn Dawson who is an Event Planner and Lucas “Smith” Julette. They meet by happenstance and there was a strong connection immediately. However, there are further circumstances that bring circles to a close later on in the book. Quinn has a rough past and coincidentally, Smith has a similar one. Those pasts bring the two closer together. I love these characters and how they connect and work together. They bring the best out of each other and ultimately help each other heal. There are so many twists and turns to this book that you forget that it’s a love story and the lack of sexy scenes. There aren’t very many of those scenes but like I said…you don’t need them. This book is amazing in its own right! This series keeps getting better and better. There is an emotional pull every time you read each book that it just sucks you in and the next thing you know you are finished with the book and want to read the next one. You can read these as a standalone but like I always recommend, you should read them in order because there are continuing and/or underlying stories for the MC. A.M. Myers is becoming one of my absolute favorite writers! I can’t wait for the next in the series!

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A PRICKLY CHRISTMAS KISS (CHRISTMAS KISS SERIES – BOOK 1) BY ALLYSON R. ABBOTT – REVIEW BY MELISSA AGENA

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A Prickly Christmas Kiss

A Prickly Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


This book is all about the Christmas spirit! A Prickly Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott is the first book in the Christmas Kiss series. Emma or as her friend Carla calls her ELF due to her initials goes to a small town called Polerton, which oddly resembles the North Pole. She was supposed to go with Carla but Carla couldn’t make it. When she gets there she meets Mr. & Mrs. C, who seems to be just like Mr. & Mrs. Clause. When she finally gets to the cabin she learns quickly that living up in the woods isn’t as easy as it looks. Then there comes Sue. Sue is what ELF named this stray cat that found her. Sue is curiously smart and always knows what ELF needs. Sue’s name in the end was actually Santa’s Little Helper! For a few days ELF and Sue get into all kinds of mischief when she meets the local veterinarian/part-time police officer Rudi. Coincidentally, Rudi has a bright red nose when she meets him. Rudi is instantly attracted to ELF. This story is so cute that I couldn’t put this book down. Now, this book is definitely a romantic type of book rather than an erotic one due to the lack of sexy scenes. But I think that if the story were to have any sex scenes it would ruin it. I love it just as it is. I also love when animals are added to the storyline and especially when they have a comedic role just as Sue did. I truly enjoyed this book a lot and I cannot wait to read the next in the series!

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TRULY UNFORTUNATE (WELCOME TO KNOLLVILLE – BOOK 1) BY C.A. KING – Review By Melissa Agena

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Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1)Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book left me on the edge of my seat the entire time! Truly Unfortunate is the first book in the Welcome to Knollville series by C.A. King. Truly doesn’t quite remember certain things from her childhood. Her doctor’s say that she might be repressing her memories. But she doesn’t understand why and when people start dying she gets so confused. In comes Jeff…Jeff is the county’s sheriff. However, when things start to go down he has no choice but to investigate and work the puzzle that is happening in that town. The story starts to become interesting and twisted. It is also pretty dark and pretty raw. This book is considered a paranormal thriller. There are so many twists and turns that you have to continue to read in order to find out what happens. I love murder/psychological mysteries and this definitely did not disappoint. I loved the characters and the way that the author sucks you in and doesn’t allow you to leave. It had a way of thinking that Truly must be as crazy as she thinks she is. This book is definitely a page turner so be prepared to not put this book down until you are finished! You become a part of this storyline because it feels so real! I cannot wait for the next book in the series! I definitely need to find out what happens next! Definitely a home run for this author! Two thumbs up with an absolute yes on a must read!

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CAUGHT IN MAKE-BELIEVE (CAUGHT SERIES – BOOK 3) BY Sharleen Scott – Review By Melissa Agena

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Caught in Make-Believe (The Caught Series Book 3)Caught in Make-Believe by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great book! Caught in Make-Believe is the third book in the Caught Series that is written by Sharleen Scott. I haven’t read any of the others at all but I didn’t have to. This can be read as a standalone. However, I always recommend reading books 1 and 2 first just to have some sort of background. This book follows Samantha and Jace. Samantha just coming out of a relationship where her now ex-fiancé cheated on her within days of asking her to marry him. Samantha also runs the local bakery. Jace hasn’t been back to town in quite some time. He used to be a journalist and is now a novelist writing under pen name of J.C. Saylor and an anonymous blogger. However, he is back in town with his trusty sidekick Martin the dog. However, Martin isn’t the only one that may have followed him into town. Jace discovered the truth behind a dark net crime organization, which caused him more than he bargained for, which caused him go into hiding. Then he meets Samantha and things start to fall into place for him. Unfortunately, Samantha is having a harder time figuring things out. There is a lot of banter and sexy moments between the two. There is definite chemistry between the two and I was hoping that they would be able to stay together. There are definitely a lot of twists and turns and enough suspense to keep you turning those pages! A definite must read for anyone!

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PLAYER (21ST CENTURY COURTESAN – BOOK 1) By Pamela DuMond – Review By Melissa Agena

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was completely enthralled and blown away by this book! Player is Book 1 in this series, which is written by Pamela DuMond. There were so many highs and lows and emotional turns that it was definitely a page turner! Evelyn or Evie is empathic. She is very in tuned with others feelings. From the time that she was little she has had to learn to control her empathic surges. Not only that but she has had to deal with a bi-polar mother. Especially when her mother had caused tragedy to others that has followed Evie into adulthood. However, with having to take care of her mother and sister along with student loans, Evie needed to find a way to make more money. Her friend told her of this escort service. Evie decided to try it out and along with that comes the possibility of love and fear. Fear from potential stalkers comes into play because of this job. The potentiality of love also is a factor, which comes to into play with one of her clients. However, her empathic abilities has helped her become one of the most sought after escorts in Chicago. I absolutely loved this book! I really cannot wait for the next book because I need to find out what happens! The characters are amazing and really play well in the storyline. I loved the authors writing style. She really makes you a part of the story. The sexy scenes are severely hot and give just enough for the meat of the story. I was truly impressed with this book and this is a book I would definitely recommend!

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CALLING THE CURVEBALL (A Lawson Family Novel – Book 1) By Tracey Cramer-Kelly – Review By Melissa Agena

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Calling the CurveballCalling the Curveball by Tracey Cramer-Kelly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Definitely not what I had expected! But in a good way! Calling the Curveball is the first book in The Lawson Family Series by Tracey Cramer-Kelly. Jamie Lawson was headed to the Major League when a tragic accident happened, which ended his baseball career and killed his wife. Kira Walker recently went through a horrible divorce and is staying with her sister for the summer to get a fresh new start. There was definitely lust at first sight but after Kira got the courage to ask Jamie out things definitely went a whole other direction. Instead of this being a “summer fling,” this turned in to something much deeper. The walls each one has built up from their own pasts start to crumble and neither one of them really know how to deal with it. This isn’t the typical romance. This is much more realistic and much more raw. I was impressed that the author decided to not write full sex scenes. Not every romance novel needs it and this is definitely one that did not need it. What she did was perfect for this story. I loved all the characters and the twists and turns that came about. Kira was fun, feisty and very head strong. It was very refreshing. This story was an emotional roller coaster so make sure to have the tissues handy because there will be lots and lots of tears. All in all, I loved this story! I could not put this book down! Definite page turner that you don’t want to miss out on! I cannot wait for the next book in the series!

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COURAGE (The Sisterhood Series – Book 2) By Chelsi Arnold – Review By Melissa Agena

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series #2)Courage by Chelsi Arnold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Speechless. Courage is a continuation of the first book Brave in the Sisterhood Series, which is written by Chelsi Arnold. This book however, is from the perspective of Greer. This series is about 4 women Navy SEALS going through training and now working as a team during war. This is a great book that captures the military and the bonds that women and soldiers have with one another. Chelsi Arnold does a great job in sucking you in and keeping you interested. Not only do Navy SEALS have a hard job but these women show you how it’s done. There are a lot of emotional ups and downs and enough suspense to keep you on your toes. I’m not one for military books but this one is done so beautifully. All the women that were introduced in the first book are so different and have their own reasons for wanting to be SEALS. I was in awe during the first book but this one is just as amazing. After losing one of their “sisters” they move forward and fight for her. Like I said, not usually my type of book, but I couldn’t help but fall in love with this series. It’s so rare that we ever hear about the women in the military and this story gives them the absolute salute that they deserve. This book is a definite page turner and you will find yourself not wanting to put it down. This author deserves a standing ovation for this series.

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Savannah’s Saviors (The Cowboys of Cavern County #5) By Bella Settarra – Review By Melissa Agena

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Savannah's Saviors (Cowboys of Cavern County, #5)Savannah’s Saviors by Bella Settarra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gotta love them cowboys! Savannah’s Saviors is Book 5 in the Cowboys of Cavern County series by Bella Settarra. I haven’t read any of the previous books in the series but from what I read you don’t need to. You can read this as a standalone even though my OCD brain is telling me that I should have read the others! This is a book on a ménage relationship and apparently there are other ménage books in this series. Savannah has suffered a life that felt like a prison by a man that doesn’t love her but will not let her go either. When she finally seeks the courage to ask for a divorce he tries to ruin her once more and kicks her out with only the clothes on her back. While walking about down the road she almost gets run over by Greg and Tom. These two seriously hot cowboys take her in and help her get well. There is a serious attraction between the three of them. Still being married proves to be a problem, not to mention Savannah is trying to start over. However, Greg and Tom have another agenda. That agenda is to try and keep Savannah. To do that…they must save her from her past aka her husband. This is a great story. You instantly fall in the love with the characters and the way that the story is written turns this book into a serious page turner! I didn’t want to put the book down once I started it! Definitely recommend this book and I can’t wait to read the others in this series!

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WHO: A Stalker Series Novel (Book 1) By Megan Mitcham – Review By Melissa Agena

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Who (Stalker, #1)Who by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A true thriller! “Who” is the first book in the Stalker Series written by Megan Mitcham and it is 100% brilliant. There is so much suspense in this book it’s unbelievable! Not to mention Larkin! She is a no nonsense, take no names alpha! This is the first book I have read where the CEO billionaire is a woman. This book is written very smartly and very boldly. Larkin doesn’t have time for men in the romantic sense. She believes that love is just a fairy tale. So what does she do? Well…she uses them. That is until she has this stranger that tries to “save” her from jumping off the roof. Then she starts to get messages, strange ones at that. Her 3 bff’s try and warn her but things end up out of her control. So who is this mystery man? You have to read to find out! This story has you continuously on the edge of your seat with it’s constant mind games! Definite page turner because all you want to do is find out who this guy is and it’s driving you mad because of the twists and turns that the writer plays with. Now there are some hot and heavy sexy scenes. The writer knows her stuff! I’m usually jaded by those scenes but these were definitely spicy! All in all, I’m thoroughly impressed with the author and this book. I cannot wait to read the rest of this series! Well done Ms. Mitcham!

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TOUCHDOWN: A Steamy Football Romance – The Big Apple Series Book 1 By Alexa Summers – Review By Melissa Agena

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Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1 by Alexa Summers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a way to start a series! I’m generally a sucker for any books involving hot athletes but Alexa Summers did an awesome job with Touchdown, which is the first book in The Big Apple Series. Lexi is one of the top sports reporters in New York. Brett is an NFL quarterback that is about to hit it big and be able to show what he’s got when the leading quarterback gets injured. A little scandal takes place in the locker room after one of the games and Lexi isn’t apologizing for it! Brett initially wants to get back at her but ends up creating a “deal” with her. Things definitely get hot and heavy when they both realize they want each other more than their deal. The author wrote this book well. I felt like I was a part of the story line. There is tons of wit so you will be laughing quite often. There is also tons of intrigue and twists and turns. Of course there is always the psycho chick that needs to be taken down! The sexy scenes were scorching hot! I thoroughly enjoyed those, I’m not going to lie! It was also very nice to see that there are jocks who are actually intelligent and cultured. This book was such a page turner that I couldn’t put it down! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series! I hope it was just as good as this one!

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3) By K.L. Montgomery – Review By Melissa Agena

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3)Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great series! Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set is by K.L. Montgomery and features the first three books in the series. You don’t want to miss out! The entire series features women who aren’t so confident with themselves and their bodies. But by the end most of them find that confidence and find love with really hot men! First book is Fat Girl. This book is about a woman who finds herself divorced after years of marriage as well as a single mother. This one isn’t much of a romantic book as it is one where the main characters finds herself and really falls in love with herself. This was a great “awakening” book for someone who just isn’t happy with their life at the moment. The second book is The Flip. This book is about a woman who is a true rocket scientist! She finds herself flipping a house with her childhood arch enemy. While doing so she finds who she really is and what she really wants to do with her life. The best part is she ends up falling in love with said arch enemy. This is a really cute and quirky story that I fell in love with! The third book in this set is Plot Twist. The woman in this book is a shy high school teacher. However, when she sings she forgets how shy she really is and has a powerhouse voice. The male lead in this book is an actor on the side and of course is very handsome. Both decided to try out for a community play at the same center that the male lead from book 2 opened. This was so much fun to read! I absolutely adore this series and have read all the books! I cannot wait to read what Ms. Montgomery has up her sleeve next!

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Redemption (An Ash Park Novel – Book 5) By Meghan O’Flynn – Review By Melissa Agena

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Redemption (Ash Park, #5)Redemption by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! What a way to end a series! Redemption is Book 5 in the Ash Park Series by Meghan O’Flynn. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book seeing as though the last one left you a little worried. Detective Ed Petrosky has lost his partner and the son he never had. Now that Shannon is moving on with the kids, what does he do? That is the constant question that keeps remaining throughout the entire book. However, in true Meghan O’Flynn style, she has a twist for us. A new partner for Petrosky! And this one is a loop that you did not see coming! I’m not going to go in detail because I want you to be surprised but let’s just say Petrosky is way out of his league on this one! But you will definitely love it! I know I did. I absolutely loved this book as well as I did the others! I would definitely read this series in order because it ends up being one ongoing story. This author has really impressed me with her writing style and raw nature that you do not tend to see very often! I’m glad this series has come to my attention and I truly cannot wait to read more from her! It isn’t easy writing murder mystery and to do it so well and to be able to keep one’s attention through 5 books is amazing! Well done Ms. O’Flynn! You have done this series and this genre proud!

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REDEMPTION (An Ash Park Novel – Book 5)

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Beckoned Part 5: Adrift in Costa Rica By Aviva Vaughn – Review By Melissa Agena

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BECKONED, Part 5: Adrift in Costa RicaBECKONED, Part 5: Adrift in Costa Rica by Aviva Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great way to wrap up a series! Beckoned – Adrift in Costa Rica is book 5 in the series which is written by Aviva Vaughn. Although this book can be read as a standalone I would highly suggest you read the other 4 books because then you can fully understand Soren’s character. Soren was a main love interest in the other books and when it came down to it, Soren was a lone man. His character was full of regimen and planning. He was born as the heir to the family financial business. However, it becomes quite obvious that this life that was meticulously planned out for him is exactly what he was looking for. So what does anyone that needs a break to find out who they really are do? They go to Costa Rica to find themselves! There Soren encounters new people and a new culture. What he doesn’t expect is Elena and everything else that he thought was him, wasn’t. It’s hard enough trying to find yourself but when you add the unexpected everything finds a way to become part of the new you. Ms. Vaughn has done a great job with telling Soren’s story and closing a chapter, so to speak, with the series. This character was one of those that you would always say, “what happened to him?” I’m glad this book came out to answer my questions about the character and how his story ended. I loved the author’s writing style and can’t wait to read more from her!

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Hidden (An Ash Park Novel – Book 4) By Meghan O’Flynn – Review By Melissa Agena

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Hidden (Ash Park, #4)Hidden by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Simply Amazing! Meghan O’Flynn has done it again and has done it better with Hidden, Book 4 in the Ash Park Series. This series just keeps getting better and better. This book follows Detective Petrosky and Detective Morrison try and find a serial killer that has come back to Ash Park. They let him get away once and they are determined to put this guy away for good! Not only do we follow them in their work lives but we delve deeper into their personal lives as well. I’m not going to lie and say this one isn’t a hard one to read, but it is. That being said, this book takes you on a serious emotional roller coaster and you will definitely need to pull the tissues out for this one! You are either cheering or encouraging one or more characters and at the same time you want a couple of characters to seriously be destroyed! LOL Like I said…EMOTIONAL ROLLER COASTER! Either way, I loved this book and loved the characters in this book. The author is so good at pulling you in and making you feel like you are a part of the story that by the time you come to…you are finished with the book! Ms. O’Flynn has become one of my new favorite authors because of this series and I’m truly honored to have found her and her wonderful stories. I’m excited to see what she has in store for us in the next and final book in the series! I hope she can top this book!

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The Sound of Love (The Sound Series – Book 1) By Maria Watts – Review By Melissa Agena

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The Sound of Love (The Sound series #1)The Sound of Love by Maria Watts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this book! The Sound of Love by Maria Watts takes you on a journey back to being a teenager at the height of boy bands. It was so reminiscent of when I was that age and going to boy band concerts. However, this story is one that any girl would have loved to have experienced. Nina, a 16 year old girl from Southampton, England is absolutely infatuated with “The Funky Guys.” Nina is utterly in love with Chris, one of the guys in the band. Somehow Nina was able to get ahold of Chris via the phone and they end up talking every day for hours leading up to Nina’s first pop concert ever! Once she and Chris meet it was magical. That is until Nina gets a taste of what it is like for Chris and the world he lives in. Somehow she gets sucked into going on tour with the guys. So for three weeks she sees what it’s really like living as a pop star and how relationships actually work. This is such a great coming of age book. The story seemed so real, like if were actually a factual story. There is a bit of the spicy sexy stuff but again, this is a coming of age book. However, the author did a really good job with all the writing and the descriptions of things. I truly loved all the characters and they worked so well together. I do wish there was an epilogue unless the author is going to make this book into a series, which I really hope that she does!

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Repressed (An Ash Park Novel – Book 3) By Meghan O’Flynn – Review By Melissa Agena

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Repressed (Ash Park, #3)Repressed by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! Truly impressive book! Repressed is the third book in the Ash Park Series by Meghan O’Flynn. This book follows Morrison and of course his new lovely wife and their new daughter. Petrosky is in this as well like always. However, we get in depth with Curt Morrison and reach inside him and pull out his demons. Unlike the other books, this one seems to be a bit darker. The demons that one fights inside the brain can be truly tough and very hard to conquer. On top of that previous addiction usage doesn’t help the situation either. This book also covers depression in several ways. Just like the other books, this book also follows a case that Morrison and Petrosky are working on. This one involves little boys and pedophilia that has escalated to murder. It also has to do with Morrison’s past and someone wanting him to pay. I loved reading this one because Morrison’s character seems so real and relatable. He’s like a person that everyone has known at some point and time in their life and his struggle is something completely valid. As I said…this book is a bit more dark and a bit more intense. But as the story unfolds all the pieces click together perfectly. I love how all the main characters remain in the series but there is one character that each book focuses on. It makes it feel like a drawn out movie and somehow all the books and parts link together. It’s truly awesome! I simply cannot get enough of this series and I cannot wait to read the rest of the books!

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Just Exes By Charity Ferrell – Review By Melissa Agena

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Just ExesJust Exes by Charity Ferrell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A LEGIT PAGE TURNER!! Just Exes is a book written by Charity Ferrell and it is a great story! Lauren and Gage were high school sweethearts until it was time for college. Gage planned on following Lauren so that she could pursue her dreams to become a nurse. Lauren had other plans and decided that she wanted to go alone. So for years Gage has had built all of this hate toward her and then he moves back home to be with his dad. The first encounter these two had after all these years apart…Gage arrests Lauren. Then of course, all the feelings that they had for each other years ago start to come forward and things start to develop again. However, during the time apart Gage has become a different person. A person that Lauren doesn’t recognize anymore. Gage doesn’t want to let her in because he doesn’t want to taint her with all of his demons. But there is no stopping Lauren and when she wants something…she gets it. This is definitely a HEA and it has some seriously sexy scenes. Why yes, they were definitely hot! They were also very loving and very well written. I loved the characters in this book, both main and secondary. They were all likeable characters and I could relate to them as well. There were some tear jerker scenes that you really did need the tissues for. This book was so believable and it felt so real. I truly thought I was a part of the story line. I cannot wait for the next book in the series!

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Conviction (An Ash Park Novel – Book 2) By Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Melissa Agena

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Conviction (Ash Park, #2)Conviction by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an amazing book! 100% Approved! Conviction is the second book in the Ash Park series written by Meghan O’Flynn. This book follows Shannon Miller who is the Assistant District Attorney for Ash Park and Curt Morrison, who is the detective in the Ash Park Police Department. They started out as best friends, which ultimately lead to the HEA they found themselves in the end. However, this book focuses on Shannon and her family. There is a lot of depth to Shannon that we didn’t know about in the first book. It seems she’s not so hardnosed after all. Curt was always interested in Shannon but let her do her thing until she was ready for him. In the interim there is a killer out there targeting Shannon. You wouldn’t believe who it ends up being! This book is so well written! A complete emotional rollercoaster to which you need lots and lots of tissues. There are so many twists and turns that you don’t see anything coming. I had to remind myself throughout this book that there is a romantic underlining. It had all the suspense of a great murder mystery! I loved every minute of it! Now, there is only one sex scene and it was amazingly perfect! It didn’t need another scene. I also loved that we learned more and more about Curt’s partner Detective Petrosky. His character is really coming through and you really are starting to understand him more. I’m so glad that I started this series and I cannot wait to finish reading all the other books!

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