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Give Us Bad Boys & Billionaires by L.M. Mountford – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Give Us Bad Boys and BillionairesGive Us Bad Boys and Billionaires by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have never heard of “The Lord of Lust” before but when I had the opportunity to pick up this book it definitely sounded intriguing. Give Us Bad Boys and Billionaires is a large tome that includes a little bit of everything, literally, it’s a combination of novellas, and even some novel sized stories, and they cover topics anywhere from Alphas, best friends dad, bossholes, Bad Boys, Bullies, Saviors, and independent Alpha women. You might want to check your triggers before diving into this, as the spicy scenes vary greatly. I can say that while the smut is high there isn’t much plot. It is literally just that but at the same time I can see this being a guilty pleasure read that includes a little bit of everything.

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Shadowed Deception: A Psychological Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Shadowed Deception: A Psychological Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Book 3)Shadowed Deception: A Psychological Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadowed Deception being book three in the Shadow Defense Security Series we get to read about more of the guys at this agency finding their one and only. The series continues to keep me on the edge of my seat. Shadowed deception had this series typical drama, action, angst, enemies that become lovers that is par for the course in these books. There is Drake and Finlay, an investigative journalist who is undercover, in very deep into a sex trafficking ring. The character development was very strong and I enjoyed how the novel unfolded. Another great addition to the series.

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadowed Agenda, book 2 in the Shadow Defense Security book series, was possibly even better than book number 1. Each book is a standalone as they concern different couples but are always better read in order as the characters do cross over. Shadowed Agenda follows Regan, an independent, strong willed woman, and Pavlo, a retired Navy Seal, grumpy, strong, alpha protector that are right up my alley. While they are forced to be together on a book tour for two incredibly different genres when they are together they can’t get along which quite possibly just happens to be a cover for how they really feel about each other. Shadowed Agenda was full of action, snark, romance, and drama.

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Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1)Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadowed Obsession is the first action packed, gripping book in the Shadow Defense Security Series and what a story it was. I’m always drawn to books that involve a male main character that is in the Mafia or Military, is usually a little rough around the edges, dark, or has some quirk and this book had that. Add in a smart, successful, independent, strong woman and it’s the icing on the cake. Keira hires Cade and his security team when she realizes that a stalker that has been after is taking things a bit too far. Cade and Keira were relatable characters and their chemistry was off the charts throughout the novel. Then tension and danger throughout is pretty constant and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Lots of action. Interested to see what comes next.

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Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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

K.G. Fletcher has written another wonderful book. Fearless Love being my second book by this author I can confidently say that I adore her stories. This is book number five in The Bennetts of Langston Falls and my first foray into this series but I’m going to be back tracking and reading the rest of this series. All of the novels in this series can be read as stand alone stories but I’m still interested into what has happened to the other Bennet Siblings. Fearless Love follows James and Sarah, who is a single mom to Noah. Now I’ve never really read this type of romance as I usually go for the darker, harder romances, or rom-coms, but this was a feel good, small town, second chance at romance story and I was here for it. So well written and a wonderful read.

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man, Book 1) by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man Book 1)Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a well written, relatable, fun to read, second chance at romance novel. This is a first in a series called The Better Man Series. Bailey is a Widow and Fox is divorced and they are both single parents. The character growth was strong with this one and the characters became much stronger by the end of the novel after everything they had to overcome. Such an adorable love story.

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The Earl’s Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street Series) by Holly Bush – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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The Earl's Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street, #5)The Earl’s Match by Holly Bush
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Holly Bush is the author of The Earl’s Match, a historical based romance, and is the fifth book in The Thompsons of Locust Street Series. Each of the books in this series can be read as a standalone, which was a good thing because this was the first of this series I have picked up. This engaging novel followed Payden and Clarice. I really loved how Holly wrote their characters and how the characters developed as the story went on. It almost feels like you’re there in this time with these characters and how real they felt as people struggling with real life things. It was vivid and descriptive and I really enjoyed reading it.

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Murder At Music Hall (True North Murder Mystery Book 1) by A. J. Ullman – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Murder At Music Hall (A True North Murder Mystery Book 1)Murder At Music Hall by A. J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder at Music Hall is Book one in the True North Murder Mystery Series. I love a good murder mystery every now and again, brings back memories of my grandmas murder mystery dinner themed parties she used to throw. Murder at Music hall was engaging, well-written, and had me hooked to the point that I had to get to the end to find out what really happened. I did feel, like some other readers, it was a bit wordy in some places which slowed the overall pace of the novel. I would still like to continue this series to see what else A. J. Ullman has in store for the reader.

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

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie, #3)Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I picked up Nessie and the Celtic Maze I expected a children’s book, with lots of pictures, what I received though was a middle grade, short, novel, that didn’t have pictures. Although not what I expected I still really enjoyed the story. This is book number 3 in the series. I love Lois’s imaginative, engaging story writing.

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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

Hay Goes Home is another wonderful addition in the Adventures of Cray childrens book series. This specific story is about Hay taking Cray home for her mother’s birthday. G pa talks about struggles throughout the journey, how it’s ok to ask for help if you need it, how you can rely on your friends, how to work together, and being brave. I enjoyed the beautiful illustrations along with the storyline and lessons that were able to be learned.

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Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries, Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries Book 2)Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ruth Hartman is the author of Murder She Meowed and she has started a series of cozy mysteries. Included is your typical, fun, quirky characters that make these cozy mysteries so much fun. Murder, of course, investigations, banter, intrigue, and cats. I mean what more could you want, unless maybe you’re a dog person lol? This is book two and I had no trouble with this novel or feeling like I missed something so I feel like these can be standalone books but could possibly have details from the previous novels I missed. Super cute and definitely enjoyable.

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite #2)Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Savage Truth is book number two in The Hidden Valley Elite series of books, but is the conclusion to Riley and Cole’s story. The whole series should be read in order. Savage Truth was a super quick, suspenseful, slightly confused, rollercoaster, high school romance. There is no doubt this author can write, she can spin a story and pack what seems like a lot in such a short amount of pages, I just felt like doing so causes some scenes to feel a little disjointed, but not enough that I wouldn’t continue. I like how it alternates view points because I always like to hear from both main characters, and the chemistry between the characters was intense. I’m interested to see where the author takes the series next.

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Fade into the Night (Philly Heat Series) by Becky Flade – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Fade Into the Night (Philly Heat series, #5)Fade Into the Night by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve enjoyed the previous books in this series so when Fade Into the Night became available I scooped it up. This book delivered as the previous books did and I enjoyed reading Noah and Sadie’s story. Each of the books can be read as a standalone, which is nice if you happen to start in the middle, and are edge of your seat, suspenseful, romances.

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Master Botosoni (Masters of the Consulate Book 9) by Sylvia Black – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Master Botosoni (Masters of the Consulate #9)Master Botosoni by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Master Botosoni is the ninth book in the Masters of the Consulate Series. I’ve read a few books in this series and while some have been in order I’ve also skipped around and while the characters and small things cross over from book to book they can also be read as a standalone story without feeling like you missed out on a lot. Each story that I have read has been solid and well written with complex, interesting characters, and Master Botosoni was no different. I know that when I pick up a dark paranormal romance novel from Sylvia Black I know I am in for a quick, fast paced, edge of your seat, steamy read. I like how Sylvia portrays the men in this series because what is hotter than Bossy, Alpha, fiercely loyal, loving, Vampire men. Of course the FMC, Catina, is falling in love with Master Botosoni. She is also a big asset to the war between the witches, shifters, and humans that is still going on, and havoc is still occurring in all the masters regions. Will the vampires still be standing in the end or will the shifters prevail? Only time will tell. I look forward to continuing this series.

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite #1)Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Savage Lies is the second (well first actual) book in this duet that I have read, the first was the prequel to this series called Savage Start. After reading the prequel I wanted to read more of Riley and Cole’s story but I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary to read the prequel first but the author published it for a reason so it would make sense to start there. Savage Lies started out pretty much at the beginning (again) when they are moving into a new house but not looking for a new mark, yet? Or maybe never according to Riley’s mom. Her mom thinks she should stop worrying, take a break, and enjoy her senior year, but how can she when Cole Savage exists. This series is the ultimate bully to lovers romance. The characters are young, in high school, and I really like the dual point of view. There is a lot of suspense, and tension between the characters that keeps you turning pages wanting to find out what happens next and you are left with a cliffhanger at the end that makes you want to grab the next book right away.

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Deceptively Yours ( Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago, #1)Deceptively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deceptively yours is a second chance romance novel it was steamy, full of drama and angst, danger, action, and the chemistry between the characters was on fire. It was fast paced and I didn’t want to stop reading. You might want to check trigger warnings though but I don’t really have any sensitivities so I didn’t have any issues reading. I’m glad that after Harper ended their relationship that they had another chance because they were good together. It did have the happy ending that they deserved.

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Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Curse of Forbidden IslandCurse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve read many books by C.A. king and I know that she never fails to deliver. The books usually have something a little outlandish for the subject matter but each time this author delivers a well written, satisfying story, although usually on the shorter side these novels are packed full. Curse of the Forbidden Island is a reverse harem, paranormal romance focusing on Selene. Selene I actually felt for because I’ve had similar feelings about myself my whole life. Never being quite good enough, there always being some reason people have an issue with me even though I’ve done nothing wrong. She actually gets fired from another job in the very beginning of the book to set everything off. What better place to go after than an intriguing new job on a mysterious island?! I definitely liked this fast paced, steamy novella.

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Check Out Audiobook (The Bobbins Sisters Series) by Debra Parmley – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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I enjoyed listening to Check Out by Debra Parmley. The voice of the narrator was unique and made you feel like you were actually listening to someone straight from the south. She was original and it made for a nice change from your typical audiobook narrator. The story itself was such a fun read and I enjoyed Nash immensely, he was so sweet to Betsy, and I loved the fact that a lot of it took place in a library. The only thing I didn’t like was Betsy seemed a little immature and childish at first. Overall it was a well rounded enjoyable read that I’m glad I listened to. I will check out book number two as well to see where life takes her sister.

Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace #1)Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hidden Mischief is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series. It honestly read like a debut novel, it might be, I haven’t read this author before, so pardon me if I’m wrong. I had a really hard time settling on a rating. I ended settling with a 3.5 and I know that seems like I didn’t like it but I did I just wasn’t enamored with it. I understood Ashton’s trauma and appreciated Zachary’s willingness to work through it with her, and help her explore herself more, and come to terms with what she likes for herself. Joining his club in search of a Dom/Sub relationship was just the very beginning. I liked them together too but everything happened so fast and I just feel like there’s so much more story to tell. I’d like to continue the series to get a better feel for the characters and see the authors writing talent grow.

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We loved A New Day For Cray. It was such a fun, rhyming, kid friendly way to take a look at bullying! So well illustrated. Cray was such a bully to his friends just because he could but Hay stood her ground and explained to him that as friends they would always be there but they didn’t like the way he treated them. Poor Cray had a healthy dose of karma before he realized that what Hay said was right and all his friends agreed. I really like the author/illustrators bio at the end and how G PA Rhymes was a fun, grandkid loving, rapping, rhyming Grandpa whose kids encouraged him to publish these. They are great stories.

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Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns – Wolf (Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns) by R. C. Reigh – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns: WolfKingdom of 7 Sovereigns: Wolf by R.C. Reigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns: Wolf is the beginning to a new YA, Fantasy, Romance series that I am totally into after reading this book. I have never read anything by this author but upon reading the book description and seeing that it was a good read for people who love beauty and the beast solidified my decision to read it. I loved the alternating POV in the storyline and the fiercely independent, stubborn girl that Amelia is and the determined, well meaning, charismatic prince in Dane. The story was rich and absorbing and I am excited to see what will come next in book two!

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Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride RomanceDeja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deja Brew is the first book I read in the Love on Tap series and I really enjoyed it. Deja Brew is about Miller and Maisy, the runaway bride. The characters were charming, realistic, and well developed and the scenes were realistic as well. I laughed out loud at the banter throughout the novel and enjoyed how the novel progressed into a beautiful story about family and the lengths you will go to for love and family. I thought the combination of mystery, comedy, drama, and romance made for a really entertaining, enjoyable read. I am planning on going back to the beginning of the series and read the previous books.

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Group Hug by Ariella Talix – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Group HugGroup Hug by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ariella really can write incredibly. Her specialty is MMF and she does it well. Her storylines are interesting and well written. The spice is great and everything flows well together. I’ve read Ariella’s historical fiction but this was a more modern story that had a guy looking for a roommate but two roommates show up. They hit it off pretty quickly. The three of them had their own issues but were able to work things out and overcome everything together. I liked reading in the multiple viewpoints, not to mention the doggos. It was a fun read.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a super cute, well illustrated, easy to understand way to start early education for children about how to take care of the earth. We enjoyed reading this book and talking about all the questions and subjects that it brought up. It kind of reminded me of a tv show my kids used to watch called Wonder Pets where the animals save the day.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Heart so Savage is the second book in April Moran’s Savage Duet Series. April can most certainly write a story that you will pull you in, make you invested, and be full of steam, and action. A Heart So Savage had it all along with some things that could be triggering, so you should check those out before starting book one, but they were not triggering to me. They helped me understand the characters, the way they acted, why they behaved certain ways, and make the decisions that they did. Kingston was able to redeem himself much more than in the first book and became a much more like able man. After all he did only want to protect Ava as much as she confused him and made him feel and behave in ways he just didn’t understand. This is definitely a series that needs to be read in order. I really enjoyed this duet and would be interested in reading other books by this author.

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CUTTER (Devils’ Spawn Daddies Series) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Cutter: Devils' Spawn DaddiesCutter: Devils’ Spawn Daddies by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I picked up Cutter and saw the series name Devils Spawn daddy’s it kind of peaked my interest, but I wasn’t really sure about it. I have read this author before and know for a fact that she can write! She knows how to draw you in and will keep your attention but, I mean motorcycle clubs, heists, guns, drugs, cartels, and Littles, or Middles, where do they fit into all of that. Enter Emily Mayhew, a newly appointed police detective. Her and Cutter had met on a previous bust when Cutter took the blame for Blade when he injured a guard in a warehouse, and both have been obsessed with each other since. Cutter is arrested again and Emily takes advantage of that by asking him to work for the police to infiltrate a rival MC who works with the cartel. Cutter and his MC is trying to change their 1%’er status and do more good agrees to help. I’m pretty unfamiliar with this trope and it isn’t really my jam so I found a few parts of the story a little hard to follow but I loved Cutter and His and Emily’s chemistry was undeniable and Victoria’s writing made this just what I was looking for, not to mention steamy.

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance Prequel (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite #0.5)Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Savage Start was an intriguing introduction to the Hidden Valley Elite series. It was well written, full of action, pulled you in right away, and was able to hold your attention till the unfortunately abrupt ending. Yes, it definitely did end on a cliffhanger but also what felt like an incomplete story. I am intrigued enough to pick up book two and am looking forward to more of Isla Vaughn’s writing and more of Riley and Cole’s story.

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The Cannibal Caper (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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The Cannibal CaperThe Cannibal Caper by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not sure if there is an exact order to read these books in but I read The Cold Kid Case first and this one after it. Described as a YA, cozy mystery, I would check out the subject matter before just handing it to your kiddo as you definitely want to be sure they are mature enough to handle that. A little hard to get into at first but still an immensely enjoyable story. Once the action starts it doesn’t stop and I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. The characters were lifelike and fit the time period well. Again, told from her point of view we get an idea of what it’s like to be a scrappy, orphan, in this day and age, and how tough it is to survive on the street. Appreciate Bardens wonderful storytelling and can’t wait to find out what Sparky gets into next.

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The Cold Kid Case (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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The Cold Kid Case: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Cold Kid Case: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Although The Cold Kid Case is geared toward a YA audience I was still able to enjoy this fun, cozy mystery. After looking at the cover and reading the blurb about the book I thought it was going to be a little more geared toward young children but that wasn’t the case. We get a good idea of how the 1930’s was and how kids were treated and with Sparky being an 11 year old orphan it definitely wasn’t safe and she had to fight for everything. Told from her point of view it was a wild, entertaining ride to the end.

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince Series) by Ayla Marie – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King is the second book in The Blood Prince Trilogy. Like her previous book the writing was wonderful and absorbing and most definitely enthralling, nothing like what you would expect from a high schooler. Ayla Marie most certainly has talent and I will look forward to reading more from her in the future.

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