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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets Book 1) by R. L. S. Hoff – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets #1)The Sacrifice by R.L.S. Hoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautifully done Fantasy novel! Rilla is chosen to be the Princes wife….or so it seems! She wakes on a mountain top dressed in silks remembering she is being sacrificed to the dragon vidhar. … but why? She can’t remember how she got here and how she became a sacrifice. The dragon however doesn’t want her as a sacrifice he was after a cow and found Rilla instead.
Enter a journey of understanding Dragon relationships, bonds and marriage while Rilla who trusts no one has to trust Vidhar because she just has no one else.
The danger lurks as another dragon wants Rilla for his own and will stop at nothing to get her
Can she learn to trust, and fall in love? Will they survive the many attempts at her kidnapping and poor communication about dragon relationships?
This is very well done with multiple layers in these interesting characters that made me want so much more than the story left me with… bring on the sequel!!

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Return to Gallanvaig (A Quirk of Destiny Book 2) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of DestinyReturn to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Join in on this jaw dropping realistic post-apocalyptic fiction that will have you questioning every item of food you eat and every person involved in manufacturing your food.

Book 2 starts off 2 years after the initial outbreak after genetically modified food caused mutations in the human DNA. Genies are becoming organized under Balthazar and and desperately want to grow their numbers and control, consequences be damned.

Good vs Evil, intense page turning action drama, death, illness, sinister intentions and exquisite well researched science fiction will grip you and make you question everything you know….and make you want to start a garden 😂

This series is incredible post apocalyptic fiction (but so realistic) and I cannot wait to see how that ending turns out in Book 3. I was definitely immediately going “I have to know what happens! ” Don’t miss this series!!!

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Borrowed Time by Lane Cohen – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Borrowed TimeBorrowed Time by Lane Cohen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An interesting leap into time travel. An advanced physics professor team’s up with his most promising student to make a time machine (using a prop from the 1960s time machine movie!) And successfully make a time machine.
The student wants to right a wrong done to his native American Ancestors where as Professor Andy wants to fix his relationships and his broken heart. They explore the morality of changing time and it’s consequences.
This book brings together Sci-Fi, historical fiction, fantasy and well developed characters into a quick but great time travel adventure.
I also enjoyed all the quotes relating to time between chapters. Was a nice touch!.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paranormals who were killed unjustly may very well get another chance at life… if they are chosen by the gods. Once every ten years this happens and this time it’s Quinns turn. Except there us a catch, you must find, choose a mate within 72 hours or you go back to purgatory… if they don’t reciprocate your choice you also go back to purgatory…forever.

Quinn wakes stark naked in the middle of nowhere in an abandoned motel with 3 days worth of clothes (no undies! Thanks gods!) A small pile of cash and 3 days to figure it all out. As a Vampire he doesn’t much tolerate the sun and he’s not allowed to manipulate his chosen.
I don’t want to ruin surprises but this story line is original, creative, fun, full of secrets and unraveling Mysteries and snarky attitude.
I highly reccomend this book a quick read that will keep you entertained to the last page!

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Dia's LureDia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 3 in this stellar series is Dia’s story and you won’t disappointed. This is one complicated love triangle and so much more (I won’t ruin it… but steamy!)
Of 3 people who are completely broken and lost in very different ways they find exactly what they need to heal in eachother.
Dia is ambitious strong and perseveres no matter what, but she is so very broken from so much loss and is finally captured after being on the run. Who does she find in captivity? Kano, who’s already betrayed her before.
Kano and Dia will need to rely on one another to avoid danger thus start to build a bond, but then, just when things cant get more angsty… Bring in Milo to really complicate things. I won’t reveal anything that will detract from your experience as this truly is a delightful one but be prepared for love, longing, angst, drama, danger, magic, so many secrets and more!
This is a well built story with great characters and I look forward to the 4th book.

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Scepter of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Scepter of Flint (Lord Hani #3)Scepter of Flint by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A thrilling historical fiction with suprising levels of historical accuracy!
Raids into multiple tombs unleash a plague onto Lord Hanis Palace (after covid this book gets your attention!)
Lord Hani struggles to find answers as his palace is descimated a devastating plague with his daughter; a physician, right in the center trying to save everyone. Lord Hani really struggles with many heartbreaking intense decisions… not always making the best choices but always having his people close in his heart.
Who is the real culprit? Can Lord Hani figure it out before its too late? Will Justice prevail?
Great historical fiction set in the Egyptian era!

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The Virus of Beauty (The Virus of Beauty Book 1) by C.B. Lyall – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Virus of BeautyThe Virus of Beauty by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A unique YA fantasy that brings up a very different perspective in the witches warlocks world… where does their power come from… what feeds it? How about how ugly they are???

This book is an interesting YA fantasy rich with characters Adventure and a nasty virus that rips through causing mayhem fear and so many more things I don’t want to give away. Prepare for the ending though because you’ll immediately be looking for Book 2!

This was my first book by this author and I enjoyed their style and creativity I’ll be pursuing a lot more of them.

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The Second View (The View from Here Trilogy Book 2) by Leon Stevens – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Second View (Book 2 of The View trilogy)The Second View by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Here we go again!
An earthquake demolished their original entrance to a parallel universe but April found another so off they go to visit and hopefully find their friend flick

However when they enter the vast ocean that was there is gone all sandy bottom which begs the question what happened… where are the residents… what time is it in their parallel world…. is flick even still an existing being?

Don’t miss another great Sci fi story with lots of built In logic puzzles, physics, and math along the way!

The descriptions in this story continue to floor me… this author has a vivid imagination and it brings so much to the story!

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2)Curse of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Elven who was cursed into the body of a Werewolf? Now there’s a new story line I hadn’t thought of or heard of.
Emilien wants to win back the love of his life But he knows its unlikely especially in the body of a Werewolf. He’s been focusing on the disappearance of his brother and sister and law until he’s threatened to stop
At the same time his wife Hel also known as “the ice queen” is trying to make heads or tails of sudden disappearances across the 9 worlds.
Hel and Emilien are at odds but are going to have to work together to save their 9 worlds and their daughter is going to have to forgive Emilien… can they all work together to save the 9 worlds from complete ruin?
This 2nd installment of the series was much easier to follow, engrossing, full of drama and intrigue, family ties, high stakes adventure. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords, Book 1)Return of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful story line with two major parts.
Alva is queen of the Huldra holding onto centuries old rules of how they obtain their energy, she’s supposed to drain her partner of energy but instead falls in love and chooses not to drain and kill him for his energy. Her people are unhappy with her rein and she’s losing control. Then she learns her partner is betraying her thus starting a countdown to the end… can she stop him?
Bernard lost is family in the bombing of pearl harbor and he’s able to time travel. He relives thay moment over and over devastated until he decides to return and change the fate of everyone… but changing the past is never a good idea as it can and will cause chaos in the future what will Bernard’s decisions mean…

Alva and Bernard end up in a odd partnership to stop both of these forces (Bernards actions and Alvas partner) from causing utter destruction… but can they work together?

This story is a little slow to start but boy you won’t be able to put it down once you get into the meat or the story!

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #1)Ashes by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A well done rock star forbidden romance that grips you quickly and you find yourself rooting for these characters quickly. Sprinkled in a Cinderella-ish female and the romance story is complete. A great read and a new author I enjoy.

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cute stories with beautifully done artwork! There’s a lesson to be had in each of this autbors books and these don’t disappoint. Short and sweet but full of messages about teamwork these books are great for ages 0 to 5 for nightly story time! Add to your Libraries!

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Caim (Antipodes Book 4) by T.S. Simons – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Caim (Antipodes #4)Caim by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cam and Freyja are happy. Blissfully so. They live in Lewis with other like minded people and enjoy their peace.
However strangers are about to shatter everything they know and every reason they thought they were chosen when those strangers show up with a kid that is essentially a clone of their own.
Super breeding ethics and dark dark intentions come to a head in this story and Freyja and Cam have one more mission and this one is for family.

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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran- Review by Melissa Saxton Book 1) by April Moran p- y

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My Darling RogueMy Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After a bad encounter with data rape at 16 Celia is not really looking for love and who knew she she was looking for this kind of love with Gabriel of all people

Hot sizzling Romance with dominant submissive flair with an Alpha of Aplhas and a fiery snarky female and truly two characters who are missing pieces to one others existence.

Worth a read … bring the ice!

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Melissa Saxton

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

Historical/inspirational story meets Michelle Naget and her translated story of fear and oppression in Ww2.
Her easy carefree childhood is instantly destroyed at age 12 when nazis invade and take over her village and live in her home during ww2.
This story takes you through what this family endured with their mantra of we do what we must at the core of their survival. I enjoyed I learned about each family member and not just Michelle.

This was heart wrenching and at the same time extremely informative. I feel like on some small level I can understand a tiny fraction of what the Naget family endured. This gripping story is a must read.

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Blood Sector (V-Clan Book 1) by Lexi C. Foss – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Blood Sector (V-Clan #1)Blood Sector by Lexi C. Foss
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Quinn who has been running her entire life from her betrothed mate while trying to solve her parents murders and protect her clan finally is found by her betrothed and he’s not happy she’s been running.

The secrets the drama the lies and the painful way these two just won’t actually have a conversation will drive you crazy but the powerful heat between them is undeniable

This is a great entry to Alpha Omega metaverse and I highly recommend it. Humor internal monologs in this really help you get you get to know the characters.

4 stars only because the ending was fairly anti climactic. I was definitely looking for more.

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Ouroboros (Antipodes Book 3) by T.S. Simons – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Ouroboros (Antipodes #3)Ouroboros by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gah.. post apocalyptic dystopia Romance discovery adventure and danger all rolled into one.
Cam is on a journey of mourning grief and closure trying to find as much information as possible to share in the future with his son. He’s matured as have other characters in this story and you will follow a journey of re discovery, friendship, danger, and realizing wanting to have information may not always lead you in a positive location every time.
This book is best read in order to have a full understanding of why some events are so important to the characters and the full weight of how they impact decisions and feelings.
Yet again this author made me think, tugged my heart strings, made me gasp aloud at the thought of what desperate humans might do and even laugh.
Highly recommend the entire series!

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Caged Fire (The Vigilant Book 1) by LM Preston – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Caged Fire (Vigilant, #1)Caged Fire by L.M. Preston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

EmVee is back in installment two of this Vigilant series.
After the attack by Silas EmVee and her dad have been on the run, but darkness is brewing inside her and something doesn’t feel right after being bitten.
Then her dad is shot right in front of her and dragged away leaving her with no one to trust or turn to.
Insert Kayson who she didn’t trust when she met him previously but he has info about her family and how to help her. Can she trust him to uncover all the secrets she’s still plagued with.
This book was much better than the first with strongly developed characters action snark mystery and a little romance. Can’t wait to read the next one

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Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Insatiable Darkness (Vigilant, #0.5)Insatiable Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

EmVee has moved to Newport with her family. She’s a strong athlete and it generally consumes her life But she may be willing to give up some time for two big gorgeous guys that have taken her interest.

But nothing in this town is what it seems. Why did they move here, what has her father gotten them into? Why are athletes disappearing or dead with littered body parts all over… and why does this annoying girl she’s met seem to know so much.

This was a quick read, though I enjoyed it I felt like I didn’t get to understand the characters very well as they weren’t developed enough and you were left wondering many things which I hope is remedied in the next book!
Overall 4 stars!

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

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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 and Qadir are from entirely different worlds but when their paths cross do the sparks ever fly!
Aimee was a wonderfully strong female lead who will do anything including sacrificing her own happiness for the man she loves. Can they find their way back to one another? Can they survive the dangerous plots plaguing them?
This face paced modern Thriller romance is definitely worth the read!!!

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Princess of Prias by Courtney Davis – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Princess of PriasPrincess of Prias by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elle has felt different all her life and an outsider to those around her. She just can’t understand why she feels so out of place in the world around her.
Then the woman that raised her dies, and she is about to learn so many things. Finding a box with her name on it changes everything… a weird birthmark shows up… she feels like she’s being followed and then she meets Locan. She’s attracted and can’t understand why.

She will have to embark on quite the journey to save her home society from her evil uncle. This is a compelling gripping read you won’t want to put down from romance to deceit , politics and adventure there’s something for everyone!

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Amber Waves of Grace by Jessica Berg – Review By Melissa Saxton

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Amber Waves of GraceAmber Waves of Grace by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Meet Corrie who is brought back to the family farm when a devastating accident leaves her father disabled.
There is so much work and she’s terrible at asking for help…but it will come in ways she didn’t expect.
Her ex boyfriend with a complicated past comes back into her life and his brother Aaron who Corrie could find herself falling in love with.
And then a mysterious pregnant women comes into their life but mysterious fires come with her.
This story is full of mystery, characters you can fall in love with and a sweet love story.
This one kept my attention… definitely worth a read!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tezzie the mermaid collects trash from the shore and with the help of her friend makes a magnifying glass. They want to take a closer look at a rock they found that has cool markings!

Come to find out it’s a fossil!

These books are so cute science and fantasy and children’s level understanding combine in a way that enraptured my 4 year old. Will be on the look out for more!

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Antipodes (Antipodes Book 1) by T.S. Simons – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Antipodes (Antipodes, #1)Antipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In a stunningly well done tale of Survival, Antipodes will take you on a Journey you won’t soon forget.

Protozoa have contaminated the water source. Anything reliant on water will die. In an effort for mankind to survive young adults without spouses or children are invited for testing to join groups who will be placed in protective domes and have to survive on their smarts and hard work.

Humans being who they are drama and problems are never far away. follow one man through his journey in this community with drama, finding love, loss and a giant shock and revelations of secrets being kept from everyone. I can’t wait to read the next one!

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A Quirk of Destiny (Quirk of Destiny Book 1) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Melissa Saxton

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A Quirk of Destiny: Ignoramus et IgnorabimusA Quirk of Destiny: Ignoramus et Ignorabimus by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An extremely well written dystopian Thriller that is so well done you want to keep reading!
what happens when rich people have too much power and want to play games with lives….

what happens when you introduce GM feed to stock that humans consume… but this gm feed changes the animals very DNA which in turn changes the DNA of the consumer and they turn into….genies?!?!? some aggressive and violent… some more productive but with so many different abilities.

as this sweeps the nation and no one knows what’s causing them to be sick and the violent genies attack can a small group of scientists who knew this was a problem and keep getting attacked to be silenced save man kind from extinction?

if you love dystopian or are interested but haven’t tried it this book is a great addition to your library!

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A Quirk of Destiny (Quirk of Destiny Book 1) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Melissa Saxton

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A Quirk of Destiny: Ignoramus et IgnorabimusA Quirk of Destiny: Ignoramus et Ignorabimus by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An extremely well written dystopian Thriller that is so well done you want to keep reading!
what happens when rich people have too much power and want to play games with lives….

what happens when you introduce GM feed to stock that humans consume… but this gm feed changes the animals very DNA which in turn changes the DNA of the consumer and they turn into….genies?!?!? some aggressive and violent… some more productive but with so many different abilities.

as this sweeps the nation and no one knows what’s causing them to be sick and the violent genies attack can a small group of scientists who knew this was a problem and keep getting attacked to be silenced save man kind from extinction?

if you love dystopian or are interested but haven’t tried it this book is a great addition to your library!

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The Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Second Alpha HeirThe Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good werewolf romance but they can get repetitive. Prepare for divergence with this one!!

Nolan the “spare” alpha heir has been bullied his entire life but his entire life changes when Archer his brother is killed and he becomes the next Alpha. He goes away to a neighboring pack to train to become and alpha and for the first time in his life finds friends and excels but still doesn’t believe his pack will accept him as Alpha when he returns.

Without giving away major story lines this book is full of turmoil personal growth slow burn romance action and has a lot of heart. The ending left me in tears… albeit happy tears

Nicely done book!

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles Book 2) Audio Book by Tricia Copeland – Review by Melissa Saxton

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles, #2)To be a Fae Guardian by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A terribly young queen with insight far beyond her tender age of 16 years old saves a realm and then is condemned for it.
She struggles knowing her instincts are right, but a council consisting of a different generation of fae can’t see things the way she does.
She perseveres despite some heart lurching goodbyes and she learns not to trust so quickly, except in her own decisions.
She makes one hard decision after another but continues above all else to put the realm and her kingdom before herself. Will she regain trust in herself? Can she erase self doubt? Can she protect a realm that doesnt seem to want her protection? Can she mend her tender young broken heart?
This series is addictive and is a can’t miss for Fae lovers. The narration adds so much to this story with inflection and personality to the characters as well.

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Dark Sparrow Box Set: The Complete 6-Book Series (A Dark Sparrow Novel) by India Kells – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Dark Sparrow Box Set: The Complete 6-Book SeriesDark Sparrow Box Set: The Complete 6-Book Series by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I could give a series more than 5 stars it would be this one. I’m so glad I started with the set because once I got started I couldn’t put it down!

Every story follows one of the Dark Brothers finding their true love. There is some dark themes , suprising match ups (think … NUN!), intense chemistry, opposites attract and then a finale that will answer the questions I had to know about finally defeating their father or “donor”.

Dark Romance , spice, intrigue , Action… this one has it all and you don’t want to miss it!!!

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Castor’s Kiss (Soul Bonded in the Stars Book 2) by Tai James – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Castor's Kiss (Soul Bonded in the Stars # 2)Castor’s Kiss by Tai James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mia…. kidnapped tortured she ends up enslaved by Throl and forced to fight every day in an arena type fight… her prize? she gets to live.
Determined and a strong fighter she becomes favorite but she dreams to escape.
Enter Castor whos been sent to retrieve her and return her to her people… but fate has a suprise for both of them, they are soulmates. This bond opens up a possible new future and the key to their success of living away from the clutches of Throl. These two characters haven’t known love; only survival, can they be vulnerable enough to let love into their lives?
This is my first book with this author and I was not disappointed. A must read!

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