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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Naomi McDonald

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I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t really know what to expect when I picked up this book but I thought I would give it a chance. My recommendation is not to read it as a mystery because the general story line is predictable. If you read it in the context of the character’s self- discovery, it is fairly well done. There are a few places where I had to re-read some sentences because there needed to be some editing, but it wasn’t horribly distracting from the story. I thought the theory of the character’s experience was interesting. I don’t want to give any spoilers so I’m not sure how else to say that, but if you read the book, you’ll know what I’m referencing.
Overall a pretty good read. I was able to get through it in an afternoon.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Key West Dead is the sixth book in the Jake Wolfe series. It can be read as a standalone.
On the whole, this book was pretty good. There were a few places the dialogue wasn’t great, but there was enough suspense to keep things interesting. The one thing that really stood out in this book, now that we are seeing more of the girlfriend, is that their relationship seems forced in places. It doesn’t always seem like a natural flow. As always, the one thing that keeps the story going is Cody. He’s the real star.
Action, danger, suspense, explosions, a car chase… it has some things going for it.

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage is the tenth book in the Ash Park series. It really helps to get the full impact of this story if you read the previous books.
This book is intense and I couldn’t put it down. I felt so bad for Petrosky; he’s been through so much and now he’s got to face down the past in a harsh way. Intrigue, suspense, danger – it’s definitely a dark thriller that will keep you turning the pages.

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Twisted Throttle (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Twisted Throttle (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #3)Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Twisted Throttle is the third book in the Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation series. It can be read as a standalone. If you want more backstory on the characters outside of the main ones in this book, I recommend reading the other Satan’s Devils series by this author.
This story starts out with intensity and keeps the pace throughout. Even though I had figured out most of the mystery by the first quarter of the book, it was interesting to see how it played out. Toward the end I suspected which way the final twist was going. Interesting choice for motive.
Good action, danger, a twisted stalker, unexpected love…it’ll keep you turning the pages.

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forged by Secrets is the third book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series. It can be read as a standalone.
The first few chapters of the book were a little repetitive regarding Malina’s past and her back and forth with feelings about Ty. Overall, I found the story held my attention once it really got going. It was interesting to see how the situation with the mole played out. Good suspense, elements of danger, and several secrets that create some fascinating twists.

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Auctioned is the third book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. It can be read as a standalone.
Great read with some action, suspense, danger, and, of course, romance. Even though this book has the requisite steamy bits, I liked the story line more. It’s a fast-paced tale so it’s easy to get sucked in and read it all in one sitting.
Some readers may find the subject matter sensitive in nature.

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The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The World Beyond the WallsThe World Beyond the Walls by Jean Gill
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The World Beyond the Walls is the third book in the Natural Forces series. While it could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the previous books in the series.
It is easy to get lost in this story right away. You feel like you are living the adventure with the characters. The world building is excellent and the twists and surprises will keep you turning the pages. I read the whole book in one sitting just so I could find out how everything turned out.
I enjoyed the way the paranormal elements were woven into the story – very different than most paranormal books. It’s a wonderful blend of fantasy and paranormal storytelling.

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Witness (Ash Park Series Book 9) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Witness: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 9)Witness: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Witness is the ninth book in the Ash Park series. It can be read as a standalone.
This book was not a quick read for me. It has a lot of moving pieces to follow so you have to pay attention or you will miss important details. Definitely a page-turner as the complexity of the mystery keeps you engaged with the story. There are several ways the story could turn out and it will keep you guessing to the end.

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Vengeance (The Sundown Series Book 5) by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Naomi McDonald

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VengeanceVengeance by Courtney Konstantin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vengeance is the fifth book in the Sundown series. It can be read as a standalone. The author does a good job of weaving in important backstory so you don’t feel like you are missing anything.
This book has everything you’d expect in a post-apocalyptic tale, include a variation of zombies. Overall, I would say this particular story is really more about the interpersonal relationship development of the characters as they get prepared to go after an old enemy. That being said, it does have plenty of suspense and danger mixed in to keep things moving right along. There are also some emotional moments that will get you right in the feels.

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Goddess of Everything by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Goddess of EverythingGoddess of Everything by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Goddess of Everything is a psychological thriller that will keep you turning the pages. This is not a quick read as there are many layers to the story. The imagery paints a vivid picture that you have to take your time to savor, and the characters are well developed and you feel as if you are living right alongside of them as you read. The author has done a great job of blending psychological and spiritual elements to weave a wonderfully dark tale.

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Hungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Hungry Business: A Short StoryHungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just in time for Valentine’s day we have a short story about a woman dating after zombies have become a part of existence. The writing style in this book was a little difficult for me to get into at first, but I did find the story unique. I hate to say it, but the struggle of dating is a real thing, even if you aren’t trying to date zombies, lol, so this book is also relatable in that way. The tale leaves off in a way that leaves room for it to go on if the author chooses to continue it at a later time.
Quick tale for a late night when you want to read, but don’t want to be a zombie the next day from lack of sleep.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bound by Secrets is the second book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series. The story line between the main characters regarding the romance is wrapped up, but there is a piece of story line that is left open that has been continued from the first book.
I enjoyed the premise of the story and learning more about Jax and what happened that caused Kayla to have such ill feelings toward him, as mentioned briefly in the first book. While I found the overall story a good read, I did feel that there were some parts that were repetitive. That being said, the twist near the end was good.
If you have a sensitivity toward domestic violence, there is one particular scene that may trigger you.
Looking forward to the next book.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Twisted SecretsTwisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Twisted Secrets is the first book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series. The main story between Xander and Riley wraps up, but there is a cliffhanger to the other part of the story line.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. The characters are interesting and the plot is intriguing. The only struggle I had was the way that Riley’s friendship with Mel developed. It seemed like there was something missing that got them from point a to point b, but I may have just inadvertently missed a key point somewhere in the story.
A promising start to a new series.

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Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Capturing Fate (Fatal Truth, #2)Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Capturing Fate is the second book in the Fatal Truth series. It can be read as a standalone. Somehow, I missed the first book in the series but I was able to pick this one up and read it without getting lost or feeling like I was missing anything.
I’ve read other books by Abbie Roads and loved them so I picked this one up without even really paying attention to the description. I was not disappointed. This book sucks you into the story immediately and keeps you turning the pages. Capturing Fate is full of suspense, danger, and mystery as you trace the threads that connect all of the pieces together.
I love a gritty, dark, romantic thriller, and this book checks all of the boxes.

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Stormy’s Thunder (Satan’s Devils MC Utah #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Stormy's Thunder (Satan's Devils MC Utah #2)Stormy’s Thunder by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stormy’s Thunder is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC Utah series. It can be read as a standalone.
For anyone new starting the series with this book, the background recap in the first part of the story will catch you up. If you’ve been following the series for a bit, you might find the first part of the story slow during the recap parts.
I am so glad we finally got Stormy’s story. It was driving me nuts not knowing what was going on with him. Poor guy had a hard life. And, Cat – oh my heart.
Honestly, I’d like to say more, but I can’t without potential spoilers because it’s all so interwoven together.
If you have triggers around violence toward women, proceed with caution.
After this story, I’m interested to see if Pip gets a book in this series or if he’s going to show up in the Blood Brothers series.

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Finders Reapers: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 4) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Finders Reapers (New Orleans Nocturnes, #4)Finders Reapers by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finders Reapers is part of the New Orleans Nocturnes series. It can be read as a standalone.
I loved the premise of this book! It turned out to be a great read. One of my favorite expressions from the books is Holy Phantom Farts…cracked me up! There is a wonderful witty feel to this story that balances out the more serious parts.
The characters in this book are really well written. I felt sorry for Jasmine, leading the lonely life of a necromancer. And, Asher, wants to love, but initially doesn’t want to make the sacrifice to have it.
Finders Reapers features ghosts, magic, drama, suspense, and of course, romance.

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Evil’s Whisper (Evil Saga book 1) by Jordan Elizabeth – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Evil's Whisper (Evil Saga Book 1)Evil’s Whisper by Jordan Elizabeth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Evil’s Whisper is the first book in the Evil Saga series.
The description of this book sounded interesting so I thought I’d give it a try. I liked the dark undertones to the story, but the format of the book made things a little choppy for me so I had a hard time sticking with it. The characters were awesome and I loved the premise. Since this is my first read by this author, it may just be that I need to get used to their format and writing style in order to fully immerse myself in the story.
If you like epic fantasy with some adventure, give it a try and decide for yourself.

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Moonlit Whisper: An Irish Romance (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Moonlit Whisper (An Irish Romance)Moonlit Whisper by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Moonlit Whisper is a novelette in the Moonlit Destination series. It can be read as a standalone.
This book is a quick read. It’s a little bit angsty, which I’m totally on board with because it offsets the tender moments nicely. It took me a minute to remember that soccer outside of the US is called football so I was little confused right at the beginning when it was talking about a football field but kicking to score a goal, lol. (*facepalm*)
I like that, even though this is not a full-length novel, you get the full-length feel. The characters are well developed and you get the background of the characters woven in so the picture is complete by the end.
Overall, good read!

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Echoes: Lucifer and the Dark Goddess by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Echoes--(Lucifer and the dark goddess book 1)Echoes– by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was not easy for me to get into initially. The prologue had an excessive use of descriptors and didn’t really tell you anything that you couldn’t figure out as you read the main story. Now, having said that, the world and character building in the main story is really well done. My suggestion would be to skip the prologue altogether and just go straight to the story because that’s where the magic happens – literally.
Echoes has a good mix of suspense, mystery, danger, and magic as you follow Feirin on her journey to figure out who she is and what purpose she is to serve. For me, this was not a quick read because of the writing style so you might find it takes longer than usual to get through, but it’s worth it.

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Eye of Death (Vampire State Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Eye of Death (Vampire State, #3)Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eye of Death is the third book in the Vampire State series. In order to truly appreciate this book, you need to read the two previous ones.
This book is a great continuation of the series. Rowena is deciding on her loyalties. Eye of Death contains some suspense, danger, drama, and social commentary that lead to some surprising twists. There isn’t much more I can say without ruining the impact of the story with spoilers.
I love the uniqueness of this series and look forward to reading the next book.

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Santa Got Run Over by a Vampire: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 4) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Santa Got Run Over by a Vampire (New Orleans Nocturnes, #3.5)Santa Got Run Over by a Vampire by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Santa Got Run Over By A Vampire is the fourth book in the New Orleans Nocturnes series. It can be read as a standalone.
This is a quick, fun read filled with vampires and Christmas songs with alternate lyrics that will have you cracking up. Jane’s oops has her in quite a predicament when the responsibility to save Santa falls to her. And, to add to the holiday stress, her father is coming to town and she’s got a secret to tell him.
If you’re feeling the holiday stress, grab some hot chocolate and take a break with this upbeat tale.

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Lies That Bind (Logan McKenna Series Book 6) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Lies That Bind (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 6)Lies That Bind by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lies That Bind is the sixth book in the Logan McKenna series. It can be read as a standalone.
This story is a winding, twisting tale that switches through events from the past and present weaving together the relationships of the characters. Lies That Bind has murder and mystery that keep you turning the pages to see how it all connects together. The author has great attention to detail and the characters are well written.
Overall and excellent read!

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Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie: A Gripping Thriller (Jake Wolfe Book 1) by Mark Nolan – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Dead Lawyers Don't Lie (Jake Wolfe, #1)Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie is the first book in the Jake Wolfe series.
The story line is intriguing. There is a good amount of action and suspense as you read. I love the addition of the dog as an integral part of the book. That being said, there are a few places where the story is slowed a little by some filler that could have been cut and still left a superb adventure.
Overall, a good read.

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Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel #2)Urban Justice by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Urban Justice is the second book in the Chicago Vigilantes series. You could read it as a standalone because the author does a good job of giving bits of backstory, but you’ll get a better feel for the setup if you read book one.
This story starts out with action and keeps you turning the pages! I liked Sloane. She’s brave and dedicated to her mission. While it did feel like the attraction to Luke was a bit abrupt, their connection is still hot and steamy.
With the action, danger, mystery, and suspense, Urban Justice makes a great rainy-day reading adventure!

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Rick: Ingram Brothers #3 by Roz Lee – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Rick (Ingram Brothers #3)Rick by Roz Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rick is the third book in the Ingram Brothers series. While reading the previous books might give more detail on how one event originated in this story, I was able to read this book without having read the others.
I LOVED THIS BOOK! All the feels, all the steaminess. I don’t usually read books that are based in the state I live in and I’m glad that I didn’t realize this one was or I would have missed out on a superb story. The characters are written in a way that makes you connect to them right away. And, you will definitely want to read the prologue in this to get the set up. It makes all the difference to the depth of emotion you feel later on in the story.
Oh, and I can’t forget the kitchen scene with the air freshener – laugh out loud hilarious!

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grumbler’s Ride is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC San Diego series. It can be read as a standalone.
I enjoyed that the author seems to be writing more mature characters in the San Diego series. The main male character in this book is almost sixty, so it makes the feel of this book a bit different than if he was in his thirties. I love how the romance develops from the two main characters being friends first.
Be aware that this book may contain parts that will be sensitive for some readers, including a brief description of harm to children and pregnancy risks after forty.

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The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set - Book 1-3 + NovellaThe Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Short version: This is an amazing series! Read it!

Longer version: I love the way Ms. Kells writes her characters. They are relatable and you really get to know them as the stories progress. Witches, werecreatures, and vampires – what’s not to love! The world building is superb. The box set is a great way to read this series because you can binge read it without any breaks between stories. A definite must read for Paranormal Romance fans!

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City Without A Sun (Vampire State Book 2) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Naomi McDonald

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City Without A Sun (Vampire State, #2)City Without A Sun by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

City Without a Sun is the second book in the Vampire State series. I recommend reading the first one before you pick this one up.
The suspense and mystery of this book will have you engrossed in the story and make you feel like you are right there beside the characters. Rowena is an amazing character. You will likely find yourself riding an emotional roller coaster as you follow her journey in this story. There is a lot of action packed in these pages and you won’t be able to stop turning them until you get to the end…and then you will want to dive right into the next one.
Excellent reading adventure!

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Age of Druids (The Druid’s Brooch Series #9) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Age of Druids (Druid's Brooch #9)Age of Druids by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Age of Druids is the ninth book in the Druid’s Brooch series. It can be read as a standalone, however you’ll get a much better experience if you read the whole series.
As with the other books in the series, the world building and characters are amazing. The author really weaves the whole thing together in a way that makes you feel like you are right in the story with the characters. The attention to historical detail is superb.
This book marks the end of the series, but there is so much packed in each book that you could probably read every book over again several times and still find something you didn’t notice before.
Excellent book! Fantastic series.

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Super Sorry by C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Super SorrySuper Sorry by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I picked up this book because I was intrigued by the description, and the cover is awesome. The story was not at all what I expected, but it made for an entertaining read. Make sure you have enough time set aside because you will want to read this all the way through in one sitting. I can’t say too much more about it or it will ruin the experience for you. Give this book a chance, or you’ll be Super Sorry you missed out!

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