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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Desiree Ottinger

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

Mark and Lauren are two people on different paths in life until their best friends get married and they find themselves spending the night together. Of course, they THINK that it’s a one and done kind of thing until they find themselves drawn to each other again and again and – you got it- again. In the turmoil of them trying to figure out how to work together to both achieve a relationship that will work, secrets come to light on both sides. When push comes to shove, they have to decide if they will be able to work through their pasts in order to make a life together.

I feel like Ms. Hanna did a wonderful job of writing Mark and Lauren’s story in finding love. I was drawn to the Lauren and her girl friends’ friendship. While I could not particularly identify with Lauren, I have many friends who, I imagine, could. Mark was- what I think- a typical man who has been on his own for too long, playing by his own rules would be like. I enjoyed getting to see his world get rocked by Lauren.

Absolutely, an adult read!

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

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

So, this is the first book I have read by this author, so I wasn’t quite sure what I was getting my hands on. However, I am a sucker for Christmas stories and a friend was reading it, so I thought why not. I’m glad that I did. Since I have finished this book we have had a couple of conversations over coffee about how much we loved it. It’s a wonderful, heartwarming family story. The holidays seem to be a time in the lives of family with strained relationships that can make it hard on everyone. And sometimes the holidays are just what’s needed to bring families back together. This book is filled with some of that sort of family drama and how love can help mend broken hearts. This is a very “clean” book in that there is no bad language or sexual filled scenes. There are some religious undertones in the story but nothing more than some scriptures. I liked this book and recommended it for anyone looking for a charming Christmas story.

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Tenacious (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 6) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Packard

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Tenacious (Billionaire Bodyguards # 6)Tenacious by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 6 in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. This is the first book I have read, it can easily be read as a standalone book…. but it does intrigue me to go back and read the others to find out how we got to where we are.
This is Nick and Allie’s story. Allie is a nurse who from the start puts her patients and fellow staff first. An accident has her rushing to the hospital leaving a dinner party of her best friends. Nick does security and after meeting previously, has not been able to get Allie out of his thoughts. He personally decides to take over Allie’s security detail. Will Allie let him protect her? Will Nick be able to protect her from the dangers that are lurking?
I feel like I bonded with the characters in the book. The writing flows in a way that you don’t realize how long you have been immersed in their world.

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L. Moody – Review by Santana Hicks

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria, #1)The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Elements of the Crown was a fantastic journey. Talise was a wonderful character. Growing up in “The Storm” put her at a disadvantage throughout most of her life but she worked hard and it shows. At a young age she was already shaping elements much better than other children her age. Fast forward 10 years and she has a chance to work alongside the emperor as a “Master Shaper”. Her only nemesis being Aaden, who is just as good if not better at shaping then her.

Aaden comes from the richer part of the world and has had everything handed to him. When the time comes to put their skills to the test for the emperor, he can’t decide who to take so he takes both of them. The emperor then puts the two through a series of trials to see who really is the better Master Shaper.

This book has so many twists and turns. It was hard to put down. The biggest twist of them all was a major “wait, what?” moment which I enjoyed immensely. Kay L. Moody is an amazing writer. I was hooked from the first chapter. I would highly recommend this series. After reading this first book, I will definitely be looking into Kay L. Moody’s other writings!

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Ashleigh Sherel-Kidd

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Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I originally picked up this title as a light little Halloween read. My first story by Naomi Valkyrie, I was immediately sucked into the beautiful world she’s created.
There’s something really beautiful about a love story set against the backdrop of death. I felt myself reminded a bit of Egyptian mythology, which made the story even richer for me, personally.
Acheron is a Vulture shifter- he touches and cares for the souls of the dead. Because of this, he’s seen as unclean, and he stays to himself. When he takes a job in the city, he finds himself drawn to Errapel, who is nursing the soul headed for death. By law, Acheron cannot take a mate, but as the two work together, we find ourselves wondering if the law is enough to keep them apart.

Truthfully a gorgeous short story, bursting with a myriad of emotions and brilliant storytelling. I really enjoyed Naomi’s storytelling, even though I’m not generally a sci-fi reader. She will definitely go on my “Always read,” list after this stunner of a story.

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series – Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who doesn’t love a romance with a little spice? The chemistry between these two kept the story interesting and me glued to the Kindle. I love a good romance story. This one was like going out with girlfriends. It was written like your best friend was sharing some of her best romances with you. They have some challenges to face, a few strong ones; but together they make it through even stronger. What starts as a one night stand can develop into an amazing love. It’s a quick read and will give you some heartfeels. It was a great read for short weekend. Loved every minute of the book. Highly recommend.

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A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! I loved this book. The characters involved in the storyline were such a good blend that just fit in perfect to the plot. I found the Rowans quite fascinating. What a gifted group they are. They have a challenge to take care of and a mystery to solve. You can’t help but dive into the story. Every page I found myself wanting to find out what was next and how the mystery was going to resolve it self. Exciting, intriguing and flat out a great read; you should give this story a shot. Worth every minute of it.!! Highly recommend.

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Twilight’s Curse (Twilight Realm Series Book 1) by K. M. Wray – Review by Kerry Baker

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Twilight's CurseTwilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Twilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray is the first book in the Twilight Realm Trilogy. This is a brilliant YA fantasy book that really captures interest of all readers.
The story is an exciting one. It grabs your attention right from the start and really pulls you into it. Zoe and Nix are such great characters. They for me make the story. It can like you could really connect with them and the journey they go on.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was definitely a good one yo start with. I think it really showcased how strong the writing is and I am excited to ready the rest of the Trilogy.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors (Book 3) AUDIO BOOK by C. L. Schneider – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Well, this chapter in the series was excellent and intense. The action was strong and gripping. I took my phone everywhere because I couldn’t stop listening. The characters seem to be well-developed. I love the fact that audio gives them an extra layer of personality. Don’t we all wear msdks while trying to solve problems? That seems so hard to hide who you are while going about daily life. I am a huge fan of this series. I definitely recommend this one to the sci-fi and fantasy lovers.

Twilight’s Curse (Twilight Realm Series Book 1) by K. M. Wray – Review by Ashleigh Sherel-Kidd

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Twilight's CurseTwilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Twilight’s Curse is the first in a fantasy series about the Twilight Realm.
We find the story centered on Zoe, a magical elf with a long history of abuse, and Nix, the son of the King and Queen of the Twilight Realm.

An intriguing YA fantasy novel, this story had a likeable cast (although I personally found them hard to connect with), interesting world building and a slow burn romance sure to make you keep turning pages. I enjoyed this coming of age story, and look forward to the next book in the series. Definitely pick it up if you are a lover of fantasy!

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The Groomsman (Unexpected Series –Book 2) by Marina Hanna – Review by Kerry Carr

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

I really enjoyed this hot and steamy romance. The characters were really likeable and like.most people both hold secrets that they don’t willingly want to share.

Mark and Lauren meet at their best friends wedding and typical to tradition the bridesmaid gets off with the groomsman. For both of them it was just supposed to be a one night stand, neither of them expected their worlds to be shook to the core.

Meeting again they both agree to no commitments. However that turns out to be harder than either of them expected. So their feelings for each other grow they find it hard to draw the line between no strings fun and wanting more.

Lauren has trust issues which makes it harder for her to trust Mark so when he’s being hot and cold with her it sends her mind into a paranoid turmoil but does she have a right to be paranoid?

Mark has never let his guard down with anyone do finding that Lauren is breaking down his walls freaks him out. Can he let Lauren completely in and let her know the secret he’s hiding or will they end up breaking each others hearts as their secrets reveal themselves?

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L. Moody Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria, #1)The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Talise is one of the people unfortunate enough to live in the Storm. The outer ring to the Gate and the Crown. Talise goes to the Gate to train for the academy to be accepted permanently into the Gate. That’s when everything gets sideways. I love this book, you never know what will happen next.

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers Book 2) by Belinda Williams – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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

An enjoyable and entertaining romantic comedy and book two in the ‘Pierce Brothers’ series about the naughty but nice brothers. This story focuses on Luke Pierce, and can be read as a standalone story but the characters do crossover. Luke is a divorced father and builder who takes life seriously, but he’s never forgotten the women he had an uncharacteristic one night stand with, Nadia. So when Nadia Alvarez asks him to help her with her fixer-upper house which is nearly falling down he says yes. However, Nadia makes it clear that if he wants the job then he’s not allowed to bring up their past and has to forget it ever happened. Nadia can’t believe that she’s so desperate for a builder that she has had to turn to Luke who she never expected to see again, as usually after a one night stand she moves on as she definitely does not believe in love.
However, spending time with Luke and trying to get him to see the fun side of life, like she does, becomes a challenge for Nadia and she may actually be at risk of falling in love. Meanwhile, Luke is trying hard not to fall for Nadia, again, but can’t resist her wicked sense of humour and the fun she brings to his life. This was a lighthearted, fun read with plenty of romance and a bit of drama which kept me happily turning the pages. I fell in love with the very likeable and relatable characters, and I felt engaged with them. The storyline flowed well making it an easy read, and the story had the right mix of laugh out loud moments, emotional moments and of course romance leading to some steamy scenes. The authors descriptive narrative bought both the characters and the setting to life, and I was cheering Luke and Nadia on and hoping they would get their HEA.

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A Spell of Rowans by Byrd Nash – Review by Piper Foster

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

This is a magical book from page one I could just tell it would be amazing.

Vic she’s such a witty and abrasive woman I loved her manner and just how she is.

This is a magical world full of magic and human monster. Anyone can be a monster right. This is more of a dark fantasy novel and in all honesty right up my street.

Rachel Rowan, the mother was a controlling and abusive when it came to her children due to thier ability.

I will admit there a few things that could trigger people. A brilliant book in all.

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L. Moody – Review by Emily McCoy

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The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria, #1)The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wholeheartedly enjoyed this book!! Oh, my goodness it was good. The action, the magic, the enemies to lovers, the ENDING!? I was having a good time until the end of the book, it threw me into a world wind of emotions. If you are on the fence about reading this, please just do it, you will not regret it. Talise is driven by the need to escape the life she has as being born in the outer ring ‘storm’ and the only way to do that is to become to very best and impress the emperor, luckily, she is able to do something few can do where she is from and that’s shape all four elements, fire, air, water, and earth. She was doing just that until her competition shows up; he’s smart, rich, incredibly handsome, and just as talented as she is. She is supposed to hate him, not have butterflies every time he’s around or enjoy a smoldering kiss with him which leaves her wanting more than she should.
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to read a brilliant YA Fantasy book. The world building is always so important to me along with character personalities and a great plot, Kay L. Moody hit the mark with all of them. This is a 5-star book!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One word, Wow! No Way Out by Amy McKinley was an absolute fantastic read. No Way Out follows Max and Liliana and their Mafia families. Adventure, romance, surprises and more awaits you in the book so much so that I could not put it down. The story was seemless as it transitioned between Max’s and Liliana’s views and there was a moment that I wasn’t constantly wanting more.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Stephanie Seeber

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Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fate, Frankincense & Funerals takes place in Kharon the only place safe for Acheron, a Vulture shifter. He goes to spend the last moments with the dying to write their stories and help them be set free after death. He is shunned since he touches the dead and it is dangerous for him to go to Mandara. He makes the journey to the city that he is being pulled to, but is it just to write the last wishes and words of the dying or something more? He’s forbidden from taking a mate so what are his options when he meets Errapel to whom he is drawn to?

I actually really enjoyed this book. Naomi Valkyrie keeps you interested and even with the shortness of this book, you get a good sense of the characters and she even does pretty great with her character development. I did wish there were was more to this book and would have gladly kept reading. I am definitely interested in more of her books in the future!

This is an MM paranormal romance so I would recommend it to anyone who loves books like this! It was a good book and the first MM romance I had read. The writing is great and keeps you wanting more and it is a very quick read!

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Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship (The Perfect Pairing Series Book 1) by Parker Fairchild – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship (The Perfect Pairings Series Book 1)Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship by Parker Fairchild
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this Christmas romance story. This is a newer author for me and I can’t wait to see what is next for them. This is a well written story that is full of holiday spirit and romance. The characters have great growth throughout the story as well as kept it engaging. They are connectable and have great chemistry together. They pulled me into the story from the beginning. This is a story about Olivia and how she takes a cruise to avoid spending Christmas with her sister. What she doesn’t expect is to meet Navy Seal Jace. What will fate and Mrs. Claus have instore for these two? I enjoyed the Christmas spirit and magic that brings the holiday warmth. This is a great holiday story that I highly recommend.

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The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1)The Mating Call by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. I have enjoyed her books from the first one I picked up. They are well written and the author’s attention to details kept her books engaging and hard to put down. This book is no different. I was pulled into the story by the characters from the beginning. They bring the story to life on each page. They are connectable and made the story fun and entertaining to read. This is a paranormal romance story that is fast paced and hard to put down. This is a story about mountain lion shifters. A story of pride and letting go of the past, overcoming it. This is a great story that has great growth of the plot and characters throughout the story. This is a great pick and I highly recommend it.

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Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship (The Perfect Pairing Series Book 1) by Parker Fairchild

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Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship (The Perfect Pairing Series Book 1) by Parker Fairchild
Genre – Contemporary Romance, Romantic Fantasy, Holiday Romance
Page Count – 286 pages
Cover Designer – Marianne Nowicki

Chemist and budding romance writer Olivia Chasen is on a cruise to avoid spending Christmas with her beautiful twin sister and new fiancé—Olivia’s ex. Now, thanks to her lonely, intoxicated ramblings on Santa’s lap, her fellow passengers think she’s in love with a fictional character.
Former Navy SEAL Commander Jace Morse has dealt with plenty of unusual situations in his career, but he’s never had the honor, the pleasure, or the privilege of being a beautiful and intelligent woman’s fantasy hero come to life. While he hasn’t officially met the sexy chemist, he’s sure eager to explore the chemistry that’s sizzling between them.
Bringing the charming SEAL together with the skeptical Olivia is going to take more than just Christmas cookies and a little help from Mrs. Claus; it’s gonna take a heaping dose of Christmas magic.

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Tenacious (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 6) by Via Mari – Review by Alexandria Richard

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Tenacious (Billionaire Bodyguards # 6)Tenacious by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 6, but great on its own, loved the push and pull bt MCs.

4.5 stars rounded up. Book 6 in the Billionaire Bodyguards series, builds upon previous books but can be read as a standalone. Tenacious was a quick-ish read romance, taking about 4 hours to read.

I enjoyed the relationship dynamic between Allie and Nick. There is a history that we saw built up throughout some of the other books in the series but it is explained well enough that I don’t feel you HAVE to have read the others to follow along, of course reading them is well worth the time as the series just keeps getting better and better.

Here we see Allie and Nick as the Main Characters in a will they or won’t they scenario. Allie is a headstrong nurse who will do anything for her patients and to help others, and Nick is a bodyguard simply trying to protect Allie from the dangers that are swarming around her. Nick is not the best at communication, at times keeping things from Aliie when he thinks he knows best, which of course leads to drama filled moments, but those instances didn’t have me pulling out my hair crying out “WHY?!”

I enjoyed getting to see some old faces and catching up on what’s going on. And of course, we have the overarching themes of the “good guy” mafia connections and fighting trafficking that have been prevalent throughout the series. Content Warning for depiction of trafficking and abusers, as well as shooting and other “good v evil” battles.

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Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection #3) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Debi Kircher

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Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection, #3)Snowfall Serenade by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection #3) by Nikki Lynn Barrett

5 Stars

I was so glad to check back in with Scott and Zelda, even though it seems all they do is fight constantly to keep what they have. I actually found myself with tears a few times while reading this continuation of their story. I loved them in book 1 and this book just strengthened that.

This is a unique series that I’m totally invested in and after finishing this one I seriously can’t wait for the next. I have recommended this series to friends and family and truly can’t wait to read them all again back to back!

I can not recommend reading these as stand alones, or out of order. There is history and events in the first two books that you really need to get the full effect of this story! The characters are all present in all 3 and you will be missing out if you don’t read the first 2 before this one.

Loved this and can not wait for more!

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