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Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine is the page-turning opener of a two book courtroom series. Lauren Besoner is a courtroom stenographer and, after moving to Wyoming, finds herself in the middle of a murder that she did not commit. This author is a court stenographer in real life (also in Wyoming!), so the writing is reliable as well as compelling. The characters in this book are well-written, and it is easy to imagine being in the middle of this story. The story makes you think and keeps you on the edge of your seat! I thoroughly enjoyed following Lauren’s story and cannot wait to dig into book 2!

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Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine – Review by Ashley Hasting

Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book took me for a mystery ride! Lauren Besoner is a stenographer in Crawford County and hasn’t been working there for that long yet. She went to pick up her Judge to a hearing in a different town to find her dead in her home. From there, she’s first suspect since she was the one to find her, but she goes to to prove her innocence to find all the facts. This includes her relationship with her ex-husband, keeping up with her job, and trying not to be the next victim. This was a great mystery to read and went straight to the second book when I was done.

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Piper Foster

Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, #2)Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series by Amy McKinley. I enjoyed reading this book. Enzo and Sofia are chilldh friends whoms feelings for each other stayed strong throughout the years.

As Sofia is threaten by another Enzo vows to keep her safe. Will Enzo be able to do this.

I can’t wait to read more in this series.

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Kerry Baker

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cross Country Christmas by Laurie Lewis is such a heartwarming story that pulls you in and holds you captive. It is such a well written story that I couldn’t help but love. Reeve and CC were great characters. They fit so well together and had a really strong connection.
I have really enjoyed all the books that I have read by this author and this one is no exception. It had the right amount of holiday spirit and romance to make it an interesting but easy read. This book is definitely worth reading.

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Check Out (Bobbins Sisters Series Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Vanessa Watts

Check OutCheck Out by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love military romances probably because I have been connected to the military in very personal ways my whole life. It takes a deep understanding when service members come home sometimes with injuries that are invisible like PTSD. The author does a brilliant job depicting Nash’s military persona from being physically injured and the issues when it comes to dealing with the VA hospital.
Betsy is downright terrified when she meets Nash for the first time. Not only is he big and intimidating but is also missing an eye. The first time they meet he is not pleasant; he is angry and snaps at her over books. However, he changes her perspective of him when he waits to make sure she gets to her car okay as she is the last to leave for the night. He cleans off her windshield of ice, and then after noticing her flat tire offers to drive her home. From there he continues to attempt to woo her but feels shut down even though it’s unintentional because her sister comes into town. They have many battles as Nash feels like Leeann her sister is just as drama filled as his ex-fiancée was. But when trouble comes calling in Leeann’s campus stalker Nash fulfills his protector roll ensuring both sisters are taken care of. Can Nash make Betsy see him as not so scary? This is a must-read book if you like military romances. It will make you laugh, make you cry, and even make you lose some sleep for wanting to know what comes next.

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Kelli Harper

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Review: Cross-Country Chrismas
Author: Laurie Lewis
Five Stars
Sweet Christian, cowboy romance.
The magic and charm begin from the very start. This book was hard for me to put down. I managed to read it fairly quickly even though I have had a bunch of personal life stuff take me away from reading for a little while.
The story between CC and Reese is built on trust and almost destroyed because of broken trust. But more importantly they find they have to get back to their “true selves” before they can work on them as a couple.
The family relationships and their spiritual relationships are wonderful fillers in this story. The way Reese and CC connect spiritually in chapter 14 was really sweet and meaningful.
I am assuming that since Reese is the oldest of eight brothers that the Silver-Buckle Brides Romance may continue with the other Brockbank brothers.
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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Karyn Taylor

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cross Country Christmas is a sweet, clean romance from Laurie Lewis. This was the second time that I had read any of this author’s work and I have enjoyed both books so far, I would definitely read more in the future.
The author does a great job of pulling you into the story with a dramatic first chapter that grabs your attention and makes you want to read more.
I really enjoyed reading Reese and CC’s story. The story is quite angsty (is that a real word?) as both struggle to keep their budding relationship/ attraction chaste and not progress to quickly. It was actually nice for a change for the two main characters not to jump into bed with each other straight away. I really enjoyed reading their progression from strangers to friends to realising their feelings for one another.
As well as Cc and Reese I loved the main secondary characters of Emmie and Carlos. They both add so much to the story and I really enjoyed reading about their relationship too.
Cross Country Christmas is a really great, heartwarming romance that is just ideal for cosying up on the couch with a hot drink to lose yourself in.

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Kelli Harper

The GroomsmanThe Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book Review: The Groomsman
Author: Marina Hanna
Four Stars
Lauren a bridesmaid and Mark a groomsman. How cliche right? Well this story is your typical story about a bridesmaid and groomsman hooking up and then that was supposed to be the end, correct? But no, Lauren and Mark find themselves drawn to each other and even though they eventually start “dating” Mark often goes silent or has to cancel dates due to “other issues” these issues he never explains to Lauren just says that something comes up.
Lauren, starts suspecting there is another woman. Mark never confirms nor denies any accusations. In this story there is a HUGE lack of communication between the two of them. Mark is wanting to keep his personal life to himself and not include Lauren but Lauren is demanding more due to his cancelling on her and ghosting her.
I was not thrilled with the lack of trust and communication but in the end I think the author gave them enough of a make up session that we find the two of them can make things work.
Rose is a sweetheart and you all will see what a part she plays in this story.
KLH

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Piper Foster

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great Christmas Book. CC
Resse. This is an amazing book by Lauire Lewis. Can two people do broken love each other can they trust each other. Resse is a man I really connected to. CC I enjoyed her character and the interaction between these two people. I love CC bubbly personality and her way to cheers up. Cross Country Christmas really takes in the sport of Christmas with healing, love, warmth, forgiveness. Furthermore its witty humor, real life situations made me totally invested in the story.

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Karyn Taylor

The GroomsmanThe Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Groomsman is a great contemporary romance novel by Marina Hanna. This is only the second time that I have read any of this author’s work and I have really enjoyed both books so would not hesitate to read more of her work.
Would it be a real wedding if the bridesmaid and the groomsman didn’t hook-up? Well, Lauren and Mark just had to keep up with wedding traditions as it was the right thing to do. But did they guess that this would be the start of a turbulent ‘relationship’. Yes I put relationship in inverted commas as I’m unsure if this is the right word to describe what happened to Lauren and Mark after their wedding hook-up.
I really enjoyed reading Lauren and Mark’s story although I have to admit that there were many occasions where I wanted to give Mark a good slap and tell him to get his act together. He does redeem himself by the end but he really deserved a good slap a few times.
This story flows really well and the storyline is engaging and pulls you in from the very beginning and keeps you entertained right up to the end. The characters are great, not just Lauren and Mark. There is a good cast of secondary characters who add so much to the story, especially Rose who I really adored.
I would definitely recommend reading The Groomsman.

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a wonderful Christmas romance which had me hooked from page one. CC Cippolini takes a temp job to drive a custom car, a Tesla, across the country but following a crash into a cattle fence finds her plans changing, just over Christmas. CC finds herself at the home of the owner of the now broken cattle fence, rancher Reese Brockbank. Reese is happy for CC to stay with him but he’s determined to keep his distance and not let another women upset his life. However, when CC begins to decorate his sterile house for Christmas and turns it into a real home with her warmth and joy, Reese finds his defences are being worn down. But, CC’s story doesn’t quite add up and as Reese questions her, CC puts up her own defences. Both of them are still harbouring pain from their pasts but will they take a chance at love with each other. I loved CC and Reese as they are likeable and relatable characters who just have instant chemistry. The descriptive narrative brought both the characters and the setting to life and I felt engaged with the story. The storyline had me happily turning the pages and the plot twists and turns kept me gripped until the end. I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading this festive novel, and I was cheering the couple on hoping they would get their HEA.

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Angela Hayes

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

CC Cippolini gets an opportunity to leave her past behind to drive across country to deliver a luxury vehicle interstate. Should be easy. Right? Well things don’t exactly go to plan and she ends up on a bit of a detour of sorts.
Reese Brockbank’s world is about to get a serious shake up when CC comes crashing into his life. He has trust issues that run deep, but circumstances see him taking her into his home, and it’s here that things really get interesting! With both having past pain to deal with, will they risk a chance on love? The story is definitely worth the read to find out!
Cross-Country Christmas is the first book in the Silver Buckle Brides series by Laurie Lewis. I have read quite a few of Ms. Lewis’s books now and there isn’t one that I haven’t loved. This is a wonderful holiday romance- with Christmas and cowboys, Ms. Laurie provided two favourites in one book. There is definitely more to this story though- there is an emotional element to the story with the characters dealing with their own pain which adds drama to the story, but there are lighter aspects too- witty/ funny banter, sweet scenes, and heartwarming moment; as well as family, friendship, second chances, new beginnings, spirituality, and hope.
I can really see this making a captivating Christmas movie- I’d love to see it come to life on the big screen!!
Looking forward to the next book from Ms. Lewis!
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Laurie Lewis!

 

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Katrina Evanochko

The GroomsmanThe Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Groomsman is the second book in the series, but it is a standalone romance. Mark and Lauren have met in passing previously, but don’t spend any real amount of time together until their friends’ wedding where they are both in the wedding party. The chemistry between the two is instant. At first neither are looking for more than a hookup, but that changes.

Mark does not have a lot of time for a relationship, and makes this clear. He did annoy me a bit with being wishy washy and giving mixed signals, but I think he was confused himself. Lauren has been burned in the past, but Mark starts to get through her walls, even with the wishy-washiness and things in his life he won’t talk about.

This book is well-written and the characters have chemistry. The reason I gave it only 3 stars is I had trouble connecting with the characters and therefore had trouble connecting with the story. It is totally a me problem, so give this book a chance anyway!

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Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent Review by Ashley Westerman

Come Back Tomorrow (Embrace Tomorrow, #1)Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent is a great book that really pulled me in. I had all of the feelings while reading this. Come Back Tomorrow felt so real and raw. I really felt like I was there watching this, like a fly on the wall. I really enjoyed the characters Will and Tori, they were relatable to me. I’ve never experienced watching a love one fight cancer. But this book helped me understand the pain that cancer patients and their families go through. I wasn’t prepared for Come Back Tomorrow to end on a cliffhanger, but I didn’t mind this time, and I can’t wait to read Book 2.

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A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Anna Hirsch

A Spell of RowansA Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash
5 Stars

I have read a few of Byrd Nash’s books and this has to be my all time favourite. It’s perfect! There is drama, murder, suspense and magic. The thing that I love best about the book is that the main character is not perfect. Victoria Rowan and her siblings are broken. Raised by a mother so horrendous, they were crushed. Each trying their best to survive her cruelty. Victoria returns home, a decade of being gone, after her mother’s death. Secrets are revealed and her mothers natural death turns into a murder. Although Vic is happy her mother is gone, she is put in harms way because of her. Rachel Rowan is still terrorizing her children from beyond the grave. The siblings need to uncover the truth if they finally want to put the past to rest.

This is an intriguing story with twists and turns that kept me riveted from the start. I loved the characters and all their flaws. I’m happy everything was resolved in the end but kind of sad because I would like to read more about these characters. Here’s hoping the author turns this book into a series!

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Kerry Carr

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a beautifully written festive story. The author does an amazing job with setting the scene and the characters are relatable.I  really enjoyed this romance story and I loved the Christmas theme. It makes the book all the more romantic as the author paints her scenes.
This follows the story of CC and Reese.

CC takes the job as a driver to escape her life and move forward. Unfortunately her big plan of escape ends when she ends up involved in a accident. Stranded in a field covered with snow she had no idea how she did going to get out of this. U told her night in shining armour Reese turns up.

Reese has had his heartbroken in the past so when he rescues CC he vows not to get involved or to close. After all once the snow clears she will leave.

Both CC and Reese have bad pasts which have left them with scars but can being stuck together and the spirit of Christmas help them  both connect and find love again?

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Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Katie Matthews

Unlikely to Fit (A Parker Lake Novel Book 2)Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

I love it when I find a new release from one of my favourite authors! I couldn’t wait to start reading Unlikely to Fit, I loved the first book in this series so I couldn’t wait to read more about the characters and I was not disappointed at all. Ms Sherwood has this amazing ability to captivate you from her very first word, her writing is flawless and just a pleasure to read.
For me Breckin and Griffin were just perfect for each other. Both of their stories made me emotional and I really felt for them as individuals. They had both been hurt in the past in completely different ways – I really do think that they were both genuinely nice people and they deserved a second chance at happiness. However I did get a little frustrated with them both at times but I think they made me love them both more and I was rooting for them to be together! I loved the humour in this book too especially with Griffin’s Grandmother!
I really cannot recommend this book enough and Olivia Sherwood as an author. Her stories are fantastic as well as her characters!

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Red’s Peril Part 1: The making of an MC Prez (Satan’s Devils MC Vegas Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Katie Matthews

Red's Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez (Satan's Devils MC Vegas #1)Red’s Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Finally, I after seeing red pop up in previous books I finally got to find out more about him and what a story this is! I loved the story; it was well written I think as a reader and fan of previous books there was quite a lot of overlapping but this was needed for Red’s story so whilst it felt like I had read some of the parts before it was necessary. Red has been in so many other stories in the background I think it was inevitable that this would happen with his story. I loved Red but I knew his story was going to be full of ups and downs but I still wasn’t prepared for it. He really does have a heart of gold and I cannot wait to see what happens in the second part of this series!

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers Book 2) by Belinda Williams – Review by Katie Matthews

Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers, #2)Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

After reading and enjoying book 1 in this series I was looking forward to starting the second and it was again a really good read. I really liked Luke; he was a great character to read about. I have to admit it took me a while to warm up to Nadia, I wasn’t sure I was going to like her but I definitely go to know her more as the story progressed. There was a great amount of chemistry between the two main characters and it did feel genuine an don’t forced. I found myself rooting for them towards the end of the story. The story provided some great entertainment and some very funny laugh out loud moments too. This book could easily be read as a standalone but I would recommend reading them in order.

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Snowflakes & Stockings (A Wilton Hills Christmas Book 4) by Marianne Rice – Review by Katie Matthews

Snowflakes & Stockings (A Wilton Hills Christmas, #4)Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Oh, I loved this story so much, it’s one of those reads that has you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside once you have finished reading it. A beautiful Christmas romance with a magical feel to it. I loved Liberty and Sawyer, really lovely characters who you cannot help but fall in love with. Both characters were really relatable as well which made their story even more appealing to read about. I think this definitely had the Christmas movie feel about it! The family dynamics in the story I think also really added something especially Liberty’s! That’s one family I would love to be a part of.
Overall, a really lovely story and one that I would highly recommend to other readers!

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Katie Matthews

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

This was another great read for me from this author. I love her attention to detail in her storytelling – it really enabled me to imagine exactly what I am reading. I loved how the action in the story literally started on the first page – I was dragged into CC’s story immediately. I loved both CC and Reese, they were both great characters to read about – they each had their own stories to tell and I loved the connection that grew quickly between them. There were some sweet emotional moments in the story and a few twists and turns too! I really enjoyed the story and would definitely recommend it to other readers.

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Stranded (Cetacea Chronicles Book 1) by Feather Chelle – Review by Tausha Treadway

Stranded: Cetacea Chronicles Volume 1Stranded: Cetacea Chronicles Volume 1 by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stranded (Cetacea Chronicles Book 1) by Feather Chelle. This is the best little book about a little family of dolphins. It helps to teach kids about family values, how to work together and about love! The family of dolphins get stuck on an island so they have to work together and figure out how to get back home. They realize that they are all equally important in figuring out how to work together. This book is so sweet and so educational. You really learn a lot about the Ocean and Dolphins in this book as well. I really fell like adults along with kids can learn from this book. Its a really great read!

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Debi Kircher

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis

5+++++++++ Stars

I’ve been struggling with writing this review because I can not find the words to accurately describe how I feel about this book and this author.

I love this book so much, but I love every single book this author writes so that’s nothing new. I don’t know the words to use but her writing just pulls you in from the first sentence. Smooth flowing, the right words in every place that just flow together perfectly! This book, like the others took me inside and made me feel everything. I saw the scenes as they happened, and felt every single emotion. I smiled, I laughed, I cried, I got angry and felt like I was watching it all play out in person.

I connected immediately with CiCi and Reese, and I have the ranch all set up in my mind! I love how this story took its time, I love how the characters morals were very important to each of them. I loved and laughed out loud at how they tried to keep themselves on course. “The De-stressing plan”. Baking cookies at all hours of the night, Axe-throwing. Their connection was undeniable and I was fighting for them to figure it out as hard as they were. I got worried at the end, but completely loved the ending! I can not wait to read this again.

Reeses family shocked me, I had worries that that was going to be completely different, and Carlos and Emmie won me over just as quick! Would love to have this story continue. I hated when the book ended.

This is one of my favorite authors EVER, I will read anything she writes and I try to have all of her books on my bookshelf, sitting at the top with my other few lifetime favorites!

Read this book, it is a comfortable, feel good story that will have you feeling all the feels!

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Destined to be king, Mafia underboss Stefano Rossi bides
his time until the throne is his and he can claim the only woman he wants by
his side. To show interest in her will place a deadly target on her back, but
he can’t resist the forbidden Mafia Princess. In the shadows, they find each
other, if only for a few stolen moments. Their relationship is full of risks
and dangers, especially while his ruthless father lives. But he has a plan to
change everything, and when they learn there’s a rat in the Chicago outfit,
it’s time to act.
Emiliana Vitale fell in love with the
one man off-limits to her years ago. Forced to keep their feelings for one
another a secret, she craves so much more than their clandestine kisses. After
clawing her way through hell and back from a vicious attack initiated by a rat
within the Five Families, she has emerged changed, her darkness matching
Stefano’s. She’s ready to unmask the traitor and take possession of the life
she’s always wanted, one with the dangerously handsome Stefano, and she’s tired
of waiting.
Her enemies are his, and when Emiliana’s life is
threatened, Stefano takes matters into his own hands to ensure her safety. As
they grow closer, so do their enemies. But he’s ready for them. Nothing will
keep him from Emiliana, and he’ll slay anyone who threatens what’s his.

Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Kayla Octaviano

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So cute! We all love the story of two completely different people who meet by happenstance, and fall in love. But would there be secrets? Would it be possible if they were just a little too different and came from completely different worlds? I love that this story is a romance and a Christmas book. Read this if you love romance, Christmas, and the effects of secrets.

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Kayla Octaviano

The GroomsmanThe Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hot. Witty. So fun to read. The groomsman is about a woman who, at her best friends wedding, hits it off with her groomsman and has a fantastic evening. Only problem is, it was so good, she actually wants to see him again. And he feels the same. The Groomsman is a fun, entertaining, witty novel that will keep your attention the entire time. Read this book if you like playing hard to get stories, secret lives, and steamy scenes.

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Cross-Country Christmas (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Stephanie Seeber

Cross-Country Christmas (Silver Buckle Brides #1)Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

CC Cippolini takes an opportunity to drive a Tesla from Chicago to Vegas for a client that won it to surprise his wife for Christmas. While heading there to a place her father always wanted to end up she has an accident and crashes into a fence of handsome rancher. He rescues her and as they spend more and more time together they begin seeing changes in themselves and the upcoming Christmas holidays seem much brighter. Will they be able to finally let go of their pasts and be together or will the past come back to haunt them and hold them back?

I felt that this was a super cute book. It almost reminded me of like a Hallmark movie in print. There was good character development and you were rooting for them the whole time. It was a very clean romance and the two main characters bonded over their love of God and their dark pasts that have shaped them into the people they are. He was a former soldier and she was trying to figure out herself after the loss of her father and the departure from her foster mom. There were a few times I was hoping for a little more spice, but that was a personal preference and it wasn’t what this book was.

I would recommend this book for anyone who would enjoy a cute love story with several characters that you would root for. If you like Hallmark movies where characters are trying to overcome their pasts as they are falling in love, then this would be perfect for you!

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Still Taking Chances by Roz Lee – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Still Taking ChancesStill Taking Chances by Roz Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taking Chances is a BDSM romance by Roz Lee. This author is incredibly versatile and man, what an imagination. This book was so passionate, so raw, so erotic, so amazing. Scarred characters who shared a deep seated connection and provided me with endless breathtaking moments. I have not read a story of this high quality in this genre for an age. It was such a riveting and enthralling story, with believable characters and a stunning. It contained such fantastic content, and got the heart rate elevated and made me sweat with intensity. A story of epic sensuality. 5 stars.

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Come Back Tomorrow (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 1) by Amy Argent – Review by Rachel Moss

Come Back Tomorrow (Embrace Tomorrow, #1)Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Come Back Tomorrow was an amazing read! If you cry easily you may want to grab a box of tissues when you pick this book up because the tears can start very early and will flow continuously while reading this book! I loved the characters and fell in love with Will about as quickly as Tori did. I wanted to shake the crap out of Tori the entire time I was reading this novel though, and especially at the end! This book does end on a alight cliff hanger, and I absolutely can NOT wait to read the second! There’s so much left to find out!

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A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Autum Talamante

A Spell of RowansA Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great realistic fantasy

Usually I am a sucker for full blown fantasy reads. I want dragons, faeries, mages,werewolves, skinwalkers, witches the whole none yards! This story however has won me over with just a touch of magic in the book which I never thought was possible.
Beware once you start you can’t stop, I stayed up all night to just finish this book  and all I can say is wow. I read it on my eReader but this is one I’m going to have a physical copy of.

Review by Autum Talamante

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