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The Aloha Series Box Set (Books 1 – 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Michelle Collier

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Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Aloha series box set is 3 separate stories set in Hawaii in the 1960’s. The descriptions of the islands and its rich history are captivating. The characters in each story are connected and well developed. You can feel the emotion on each page. You can feel not only the connection with the characters but also with the islands themselves.

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Michelle Collier

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

What is better than a modern fairytale retelling? When you give Cinderella (Ashley in this story) spunk and you make Prince Charming (Harry) a famous pop star. I loved this story. The characters were charming yet very real and the twists were intriguing. I definitely can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark Book 2) by Deborah Garland – Review by Michelle Collier

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark #2)Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Houston After Dark series, while I have not read the first book I didn’t really feel like I was missing anything. Callie has had a crush on her brother’s best friend, Noah, for years. He only sees her that way, or so she thought. Noah is starting to realize he wants Callie even though he shouldn’t. Will he give into temptation or will he allow his past to dictate his future? I will most definitely be reading the rest of this series. Warning for glasses wearing folks, the steamy nature of this book might fog up those glasses. You have been warned.

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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 Michelle Collier

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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

This 2 in 1 book is so cute. Both books are about 2 friends, Conifer and Spike. These 2 stories were both about how together friends can face difficult or scary things. I loved how in each book the one struggling was different, showing kids that sometimes we need to help our friends and sometimes we need to let them help us. My grandkids adore dinosaurs and I can’t wait to read this to them.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Michelle Collier

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ok first I will say that going on a blind date in a completely dark restaurant is odd but kind of intriguing at the same time. This book was great. Jake wants to find someone to love him for him, not his money. Lauren is always working with no social life to speak of. Their friends set them up on a blind date at the blind date restaurant. When Lauren finds out that her date is her boss’s friend whom she has met previously she is concerned. The last thing she wants is to seem like a gold digger. Will they hit it off? Will he give her a chance knowing she is just an assistant? I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!

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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran – Review by Michelle Collier

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

I adore historical romance and this one definitely did not disappoint. This is the first book by this author but I assure you it will not be that last! Lady Celia is looking for something she has yet to find, a man who will be all that she needs and wants and who will look past her secret that could ruin her. Gabriel Rose is a unique man in society. He is a bastard yet he is still accepted. He wants Celia even though he shouldn’t. When his life takes an abrupt turnaround, he is elevated to a marquess, he pursues her. Can he look past her secrets? Gabriel his such a great character. I love how he knows just how to push Celia’s buttons yet would do anything to protect her from anyone, even herself.

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Scandalously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 5) by Anise Storm – Review by Michelle Collier

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Scandalously Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #5)Scandalously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kristopher Simon was the Titan that had it all or so it seems. His marriage was basically over so all he has is his kids and his career. He was ready to dine with this marriage after all his wife had put him through. Then he met Alessia Johnston at a medical convention. He would be her boss so he knew he should stay away. He couldn’t resist her any more than she could resist him. Things begin to spiral and it seems like they will never find their way to each other. I loved this book. To hear Krisopher story at long last and understand him more.

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Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Michelle Collier

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Victoriously Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #4)Victoriously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh Jonas! I have been waiting for this story. Jonas, the bad boy that would never settle down like some of the other titans has recently done. Kenzie was a blast from the past, but would she be his undoing or would he be hers? Will the past haunt them both forever? Could they forgive each other and themselves?

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Fairly Royal (The Fair Series Book 4) by Grace Grahme – Review by Michelle Collier

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Fairly Royal (Fair, #4)Fairly Royal by Grace Grahme
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Fair series I have read. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything so definitely could be a stand alone. Highly enjoyable book. Phillip is part of the peerage. He is the oldest so settling down and having kids needs to be on his to do list, but he has been burned before so he keeps to himself. Anne has been in love with Phillip, her brother’s best friend for the last 10 years. Will he ever see her as more than his friend’s little sister? Can they find a future together? Will their secrets tear them apart? I am now going to need to go read all the other books in this series!

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle Collier

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

have loved this series so much. I never knew how much I needed the Mafia in my life until these books. Mia is a New York mob boss’s daughter who just wants out. Not of the mafia just from away from her family. Safe. For that to happen she needs protection. Nico is fine on his own, or at least he thought he was. Mia is a force all her own and she wants Nico. Will he take her up on her offer? I am so sad that this series is over. I see me rereading them in the future!

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1) by Jessica Berg – Review by Michelle Collier

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1)Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love nothing more than a good Pride and Prejudice variation and this one was great. Eliza Darcy is the descendant of our favorite Elizabeth and Mr Darcy. She travels from America to meet her relatives at Pemberley and things seem fine until people start dying. Eliza, with her love of Agatha Christie, can’t help but try and solve the mystery. I just loved the characters.

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Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance Book 5) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Michelle Collier

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Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance)Let It Be Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh man who doesn’t love a good small town romance with a twist. The twist is falling in love with a pop star. Kiki and Eric are just so cute! I love the struggle in the book. Everything is way harder when you throw a famous person in the mix. Will they be able to beat the odds and find the love they deserve but never thought they would find?

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Paige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia – Review by Michelle Collier

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Paige and the Reluctant ArtistPaige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a sweet story. Paige is trying to get past her previous relationship. She is just there to do a job. She was not going to fall for a client. Mark doesn’t care about the money his art could bring. Paige is intriguing. Can he win her heart? Can he break down her walls?

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Michelle Collier

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Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh man, I loved this book. It just gave me all the feels. TJ and Katrina are perfect. They are sweet and loving. They both know what they want, but will their insecurities and their pasts keep them apart?

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Love in the Roses (Love Through the Ages Book 1) by TL Clark – Review by Michelle Collier

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Love in the RosesLove in the Roses by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such an engaging book. Isabel is such a beautiful character. Her spirit and mind are so refreshing. The medieval setting was well written and the perfect backdrop to this arranged marriage between houses. Can happiness be found in this situation? Can love?

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Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls Book 2) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Michelle Collier

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Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls #2)Blood & Vengeance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Casket Girls series. I love Desiree so much. She is so strong and determined to live her life on her own terms. Then Jaxon comes into their life. Desiree does not want any man much less a vampire. Can he change her mind? Will they be able to survive the latest threat to the peaceful existence they want to live?

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Michelle Collier

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides SeriesIsabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides Series by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very enjoyable book. It was a sweet story of a woman’s journey to make her way in America. She never thought of being a mail order bride but her situation was pushing her in that direction. What kind of man would she find in Ohio? What would the journey to her new life bring her?

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie review by Michelle Collier

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LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 1 of The Brothers if Creekside Ranch is fabulous. I enjoyed immersing myself in this ranch and this little family. Triplet brothers raising their sister after the recent passing of their parents. Levi, former Navy Seal, brings Bella to the ranch to protect her at the request of one of his Seal buddies. Neither Levi nor Bella know what they are in for when they get there. This story is compelling and the descriptions made it all come to life in my mind. I can’t wait to continue this journey with this family.

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The Cave of Rúin Ársa (The Cross of Ciaran Book 3) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Michell Collier

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The Cave of Ruin Arsa (The Cross of Ciaran Book 3)The Cave of Ruin Arsa by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 3 in the Cross of Ciaran. I have so enjoyed this series and this book did not disappoint. The continued saga of Caitlin and Ciaran is such a compelling story. Caitlin is carrying twins from her 1500 year old husband and back in America. Aodhan and Niamh are trying to move forward as well. After the battle with Bradaigh, everyone is ready for life to get to normal. Is that even possible? When you are dealing with ancient priests from the 5th century, what is normal? Will more secrets come out?

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Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Michelle Collier

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Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder #2)Body Checked by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Astoria Bay Thunder Series and it is as good if not better than the first one. I love that this book takes place during the same time frame as the first book but you get to see so much more of what was going on. Tia seems so outrageous but there is so much more there than anyone realizes. Bridger has always been a bit of a bad boy until this last candle puts his job in jeopardy. Will Tia and Bridger bring the best or the worst out in each other? What happens when all the secrets come out? You might keep a fire extinguisher handy cause the chemistry between these two might set the pages on fire.

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson – Review by Michelle Collier

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Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The debut novel for this author is amazing. I am definitely now a fan. Sera is an assassin, amongst other things, and very good at what she does. Her next mark, Cassius, is not like any one she has ever met. These characters come right off the page, and not just the main characters. The supporting characters were just as well developed. I was so lost in the pages that it was easy to forget the world around me. The story was suspenseful and sexy. I cannot wait to see what this author has in store for us in the future.

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Michelle Collier

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Nurse Morgan series and let me just say it was as good if not better than the first book. I just absolutely love Morgan. She is such a determined person and yet she is so unsure of herself when it comes to relationships. I love that she is such an imperfect person with her messy eating and insecurities. Caleb is so patient with her and tries to do anything to assist her. Every character in this book is so well developed. You can actually feel the flow of how a hospital works. The relationships between the living and the dead are so complex and wonderful to read about.

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13 Book 4) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Michelle Collier

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13, #4)Burned by Fire by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the only book in the Firehouse 13 series that I have read and all I can say is that I need to run, not walk to get the first 3 books in this series! Solomon Fox is a local hero to everyone except himself. Yes he saved 2 kids that will be able to live their life, but it cost him his career. Now what is he supposed to do? His body has healed from the burns but his mind has not. Ember is 11 years younger than Sol and is still working at the firehouse he retired from. She has held Sol in a special place for a while. He was an inspiration to her as well as her mentor in the department. She sees him struggle. Can she help him in finding where he belongs since he can no longer be a firefighter?

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Distant Heart Sounds (Nurse Morgan Series Book 1) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Michelle Collier

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Distant Heart Sounds (Nurse Morgan #1)Distant Heart Sounds by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a good book. I love the descriptions in this book. There is such detail. Morgan is awesome. She is imperfect in so many ways and that is what brings her to life in the story. I am ready to start the next book now to see how her story continues.

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Caging Grace (Grace Series Book 1) by Carsen Lane – Review by Michelle Collier

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Caging Grace (Grace Series, #1).Caging Grace (Grace Series, #1). by Carsen Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author, and I can promise you it will not be the last. Caging Grace was so amazing. The characters are all their own form of broken. Seeing how they have survived and how they are moving forward in their lives was a true pleasure. Grace is so strong yet so lost in a lot of ways. The journey she is on is enough to send most people running for the hills or at least looking for the easy way out. For Grace that is not an option. I love this story so much and can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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Tickety Tock (Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle Collier

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Tickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona ChapterTickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow such a great book. I have not found a book from this author that I have not enjoyed, but this one was different from your typical MC book. Dwarf is not the typical MC member. As his name implies he is not as tall as the other members but what he does not have in height he makes up for in heart. Raven has a childhood that is better left in the past. When her past starts to haunt her quite literally it seems, can Dwarf and his buddies help her to figure out what is going on? Can Dwarf and Raven heal the hurts from the past in each other?

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Ancient Reflections: A Mythic Trilogy by Tamara Agha-Jaffar – Review by Michelle Collier

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Ancient Reflections: A Mythic TrilogyAncient Reflections: A Mythic Trilogy by Tamara Agha-Jaffar
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love this book. To tell the myths that we have all heard before but from the women’s viewpoint. I am always one to think on the motivations of the characters as I read so this was right up my alley. You get the story of Demeter and Persephone, the story of Odyssseus’ return from Troy, and the story of Gilgamesh a Mesopotamian hero. If you enjoy mythology this is definitely a book you should check out. You will not be disappointed.

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Collateral Damage (Mafia Elite Series Book 6) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle Collier

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Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 6)Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Usually after the first few in a series the freshness is lost. Not so with the Mafia Elite series. This is book 6 and is just as wonderful as the first 5. I just can’t seem to get enough of these books, these amazing characters, and the world that has been created for our enjoyment. Trey, the doctor they call on when any one is hurt, has been hurt in the past. He lost the woman he cared for. Hailey had been used and burned. She didn’t trust easily. The first time Trey and Hailey met there was definitely something there. When they meet again under very different circumstances what will happen? Can either of them get around the walls that have been built by the other? This book was full of twists and turns and defiant surprises along the way.

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The True Purpose of Vines (The Winemakers Book 1) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Michelle Collier

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The True Purpose of VinesThe True Purpose of Vines by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love this story. So beautiful. It has all the love and romance you could want, but add in history and wine to make this book truly unique. The story is set in Portugal, where a widowed mother is a winemaker in a time where women were not involved in such things. Julia is an awesome character who has her own mind and does things her own way. Griffin is only doing what he needs to do to get his family’s good name back. The growing attraction between them is not anything that either was looking for, but how will they handle it. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Series Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Michelle Collier

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Blood & Ravens: A dark, paranormal romance (The Casket Girls Book 1)Blood & Ravens: A dark, paranormal romance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blood & Ravens is the first book in The Casket Girls series. I love it so much. Greer is so strong and determined. She has a way about her that just seems to draw you in. Theron is not all that he seems at first look. He is acting out of character and he is not sure why. He is being pulled towards Greer. This world that the author has built is wonderful. New Orleans and all of its charm. A variety of characters that are well thought out and interesting. I definitely can’t wait for the next book in this series!

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