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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bethany Rucker

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Defiant Princess is a Prequel to the Mafia Elite Series. I have had the privilege of reading each of these books in this series, and I love them all. This book is a great short read, if you want to get to know the Mafia Princesses before reading the Mafia Elite Series start here. My biggest take away from this is that I wish we could have gotten to know more about “Marissa” in this book. The other girls each have a book dedicated to them, and while I know Marissa’s story ends differently, I wished we could have gotten into her “head” just a little bit more. Either way that is just a personal opinion, the books are fantastic and for that I will give this book and the entire series all 5 stars each!

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Kay Stritesky

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful read for this time of year! Honestly I will probably reread it through out the year to keep the spirit! The characters are wonderful and the story is so well told that readers cannot put the book down! Lessons can also be learned on how to treat each other.

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Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Hot for Teacher - Shakespeare Made Us Fall in LoveHot for Teacher – Shakespeare Made Us Fall in Love by Felicia Carparelli
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very fun, easy read. That characters were relatable and you could feel their chemistry coming off the pages. I’ve never understood the “Teacher/Student” romance pull but despite the title of this book you could tell there was more meat to the story than just that! I would definitely look into more books by this author!

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another fun romp in the cupid assistant series. Malayeka is sent to deal with Billie and Leo. They have a heartstring but live in a town with a scenario that’s a cross between Romeo and Juliet & The Hatfield and The McCoys. What a web weave, they think they can be just friends, but…. She has her hands full with this assignment. I love the author’s writing. Fun and contemporary, lots of humor. I almost felt like we would see rednecks coming out of the woods. I loved the people of the story. Billie and Leo were two perfect people to watch as their relationship developed. Following Mala as she put it all together and tied it in, was a treat. I loved the story and am now a huge fan of this series.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amy has written another banger! While I have already read the mafia elite series and loved every single book in it, it was nice to be taken back to the beginning! This book really can be read before or after reading mafia elite, but I enjoyed reading it after to fill in little gaps you think there are in the mafia elite series. You cannot go wrong with any book by Amy.

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Aiko (Heartstrings Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Shelly Kittell

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AikoAiko by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aiko is one of six cupid assistants. She is sent to help Alejandro find his true love. Will it be Everest or Celestina? This fantasy romance is a fun little romp through paranormal land. The writing is quite entertaining, as are Aiko’s hijinks. She’s just coming off a 50 year time-out. She just wants to do things right. The characters are timeless. Dogs jumping, “cupid sisters” insisting on checking on her, I don’t know how she gets her job done. Al just wants her gone. The plot stays smooth threw out, even with a twist here and there. A fantastic quick read that any romance lover would enjoy. I recommend.

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National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review By Shelly Kittell

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National ParksNational Parks by Laikyn Meng
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First off, this story does have a trigger warning for suicide and PTSD from an attack.
On that note, it’s a sweet, angsty tale of two young people going through the challenges of a relationship. Because of their backgrounds, the family history, they have some issues. I found the writing style was confusing at times with the POV going back and forth between National Parks and countries. I was able to get back on track. The characters were okay. I would have loved to see Phoebe develop into a stronger woman. My favorite part of the story was when she met Kenzo’s family and was hearing about his mom’s family history. Overall, it’s an okay story that if you like relationship drama and second chances, you’ll enjoy this one.
First off, this story does have a trigger warning for suicide and PTSD from an attack.
On that note, it’s a sweet, angsty tale of two young people going through the challenges of a relationship. Because of their backgrounds, the family history, they have some issues. I found the writing style was confusing at times with the POV going back and forth between National Parks and countries. I was able to get back on track. The characters were okay. I would have loved to see Phoebe develop into a stronger woman. My favorite part of the story was when she met Kenzo’s family and was hearing about his mom’s family history. Overall, it’s an okay story that if you like relationship drama and second chances, you’ll enjoy this one.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Jules Herbert

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Immediately on starting this book my heart went out to Carina and stayed fully engaged until the very last word. She suffers so much loss and hardship, including battling Covid herself, in such a short period of time. After coming through all that she is a little lost and unsure of her place in this new world of ours filled with Covid and face masks and she worries constantly about her family. Carina is such a wonderfully written and totally relatable character. I love her friendship with Max, a young man she strikes up a friendship with that she meets in a grief group who has lost his wife to cancer. This book will bring out so many emotions and keep you captivated from start to finish all while reminding you of the very needed joy of the Christmas spirit. It’s an absolutely wonderful holiday read.

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May

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Genre – Clean Romance
Page Count – 184
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Being graced by a cupid is supposed to mean good luck in your love life.

Sadly, that can’t be said for a family who was helped by Malayeka two centuries ago that has affected the clans involved all the way to the present day.

Always willing to look on the bright side and snag a good cookie, Malayeka is always eager to help the humans she’s assigned to.

That is, until she is reunited with the Reids and the Thomsons, two feuding families who she’s determined to make it work out this time around.

Shotgun wielding grandpas and families dividing a town quite literally in two, are just a couple of issues she comes face-to-face with.

Are Billie and Leo destined to repeat history? Will their love be ill-fated like certain dramas? Or can they lead the way to a change that is much needed in their world fogged with hatred?

This is Mala’s chance at redemption.

~ AMAZON ~


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Brooke spent a great deal of her childhood and even well into her adulthood in her imagination and creating different stories. With an overactive imagination life has been truly entertaining.

A mother of two wild and reckless boys and a wife; Brooke keeps busy year round doing things with her pups and family. When she isn’t writing, can usually be spotted walking somewhere in town, at the library with her youngest, or up in the mountains four-wheeling, hiking, fishing, and some hunting. A notebook and camera are never far from her side when she is out on her adventures with her family.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The story starts out with a bar mitzvah celebration for Samuel who is turning 13. He then goes to study under a priest at the temple where he witnesses the tearing of the veil. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the story other than I thought it would be a longer read. I was intrigued by the part in the story when the veil is torn and Samuel experiences something supernatural! I would have liked the author to expand more on this part since it was a life changing event for Samuel. This is an enjoyable quick read for a younger audience who enjoys inspirational stories!
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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann Reviewed by Tabitha Montero

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Carina has have a rough go lately, between COVID, caring for her father, losing a family member, she is feeling very down. She wants nothing more than a big family Christmas but her adult kids seem busy in their own lives and husband is working out of town. She connects with a young man on a online grief support group and he offers her his cabin in the mountains for the holidays to try to cheer her up and get her out of the funk she’s in. Hoping to have a wonderful white Christmas, she packs her journal and goes.
Great read about healing and getting out of your comfort zone.

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Michelle Austin

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #1)Faultless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. This author has quickly become a must read for me. She once again pulled me right in with her writing. I really enjoyed Teddy and Robyn story. There of course are ups and downs and things from the past that cause issues. Teddy lost 5 years of his life for something he didn’t do and Robyn still held him in her heart. Will Teddy and Robyn get what they used to have?
Overall I really enjoyed this read. I look forward to reading more from this series. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Carla Clemmons

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a sweet Christmas romance! I love Savannah’s character but really grew fond of Matthew and Fern too! I enjoyed getting to know the different characters in the story. You get to read a little of everyone’s backstory even though the story focuses on Savannah and Matthew. It has a great surprise ending that I really wasn’t expecting. I really like the easy writing style of the author and will be looking into more of her books. You are sure to enjoy this clean Christmas romance!

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Operation Blackbird (Brass Compass Series Book 2) by Ellen Butler – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Operation BlackbirdOperation Blackbird by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Operation Blackbird is the 2nd book in the Brass Compass Series, however, it can be read as a stand alone. There are some overlapping characters but it is a solid story on its own. This book takes place in the 1940s after WW2 and during the Cold War. It is a historical fiction, based around true events, but with some of the authors imagination to fill in the gaps. This book had me so hooked from the get go. Miriam has a couple alias along the way, as a operative for the CIA. She and her team are sent to retrieve and rescue a Soviet and his family. Their mission is to get them out of Berlin and to America. They are dodging and evading agents from KGB, Stasis and even other CIA operatives. Staying alive and keeping their “package” alive proves to be harder than expected. I love the suspense of this book as well as the added relationships of Miriam and her friends. The ending was perfect. I look forward to more and recommend this to anyone who enjoys historical stories.

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Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Lucas the Spy CatLucas the Spy Cat by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lucas the Spy Cat is a really cute imaginative children’s book. I read it to my 7 year old, and he loved it. The illustrations are beautiful and colorful. Lucas is a pet who goes outside at night, and his owners are suspecting what he might do. They have put a camera on his collar, to capture his night time adventures. There are several fun ideas, parties in the woods, taking on cases of escaping pets, and more. Then at the end, the owners review the video and are shocked by what they see!
I wish the owners were drawn a bit younger. We did love the creative rhyming the book is written in. My son loved the activities at the end, looking for Lucas’s friends, and completing the word search. He loved that the last page included a picture of the real Lucas.

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Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy

I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Alison Risher

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a perfect sequel, but great as a stand-alone as well. I enjoyed becoming reacquainted with characters I had previously met. It was nice to meet new friends as well. The female protagonist, much like myself, is a notorious klutz who will trip over anything or nothing. I enjoyed reading about characters who are unable to take the traditional expected life route right after high school. Some people actually have to struggle and strive to achieve their goals. It was nice to see the nontraditional student being cheered on by those around her. I’m eagerly awaiting the third installment of this trilogy!

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Michelle Collier

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are needing a story to get you in the Christmas spirit, look no further. This is the story of love after loss and finding yourself again. Beautiful pictures were painted in my mind as I read. Savannah and Matthew are both missing something but have resigned themselves to where they are in life. An accidental meeting changes the course of each of their lives forever. This will be one I will be reading again when I am in the need of a boost in my holiday spirit.

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Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Codi Parham

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Lucas the Spy CatLucas the Spy Cat by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story reminds readers of all ages to believe in themselves and never stop dreaming. Every child has wondered what their pets get into when they roam. The story follows the adventures of Lucas on his evening excursions. Along with games, activities, and fun ideas for fostering creativity, this book leads to unlimited learning opportunities. What are you waiting for?

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The Rom Com Movie Club (The Rom Com Movie Club Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Lisa Helmick

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The Rom Com Movie Club - Book OneThe Rom Com Movie Club – Book One by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story. The story has a wonderful underlying tale with the Rom Com nights. Plus all the movie themed bits snuck in here. The characters are good. The four women have a wonderful story of getting together and being besties through everything. Then enter the men in their lives. Ryan is impulsive and quick to acknowledge his “like” upon meeting Lisa. Neither party was at their “best” upon first meeting which is good. Their tale is filled with best friends, misunderstandings and inner turmoil. They have highs and lows which make the storyline move along at a quick pace. I laughed and even teared up a time or two.

Overall this is a charmingly wonderful tale of friendship and overcoming adversity. I look forward to more in this series.

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The Kidnapping by Linda Burson – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The KidnappingThe Kidnapping by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this suspenseful story. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites. This is a well written story where two strangers meet and life changes for both of them and not what they expected. A story of bad plans and infatuation that could be deadly. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story. They are creative and have great growth throughout the story. They made the story easy and entertaining to read. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. A story you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed reading this book. I highly recommend this book and this author

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Master Catteneo (Masters of the Consulate Book 5) by Sylvia Black – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Master CatteneoMaster Catteneo by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a series that I have loved reading from the first book I picked up by this author. This is the fifth book in the series which I highly suggest reading previous books as they are just as great as this one. This is a series that just keeps getting better and better with every installment. This a well written story where the author used details to make the story come to life. The characters pull you in from the start. They are engaging, creative and strong that have great growth throughout. A fast paced vampire story that brings the suspense and steam together into a hard to put down story. I really enjoy this book and this series. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to get my hands on another book by this author. Everything she does is so well written and I just can’t put it down. This book is no exception and was just as good as I now expect. This is an incredible MM fantasy story with some of the best characters I have read about this year. I connected instantly with Garrett and Quinnlan. I loved their chemistry and wanted to read more about them.
I loved the idea behind this book as well. It was a fresh and unique take on finding a mate, which is a trope that can be fairly overdone. This author has quickly and effortlessly become one of my favourites and I look forward to every book she writes.

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Kerry Baker

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #1)Faultless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

KG Fletcher has done it again. She has created a story that is complex and romantic and completely captivating. I was hooked on this story as soon as I started reading and I couldn’t wait to see how the story would develop. I thought the characters were perfect for the story too. They had such complicated histories and the kind of connection that you want to work.
As the first book in a new series this is a strong start. It sets the tone for how the rest of the series is likely to go and has got me excited for the other books already. I am looking forward to seeing what is next for the series.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Jerricka Brown

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First holiday book of the season. I enjoyed it. I was hooked from the first chapter. I felt an instant connection to the characters. The author kept me entertained throughout the entire book. This book was beautifully written. I will be reading more from this author.

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With a Spunky & sassy heroine this book is a great start to a new paranormal mystery fairy tale set of with the added bonuses of romance and humor. Dealing with ghosts and other paranormal events, Elinor is snarky and audacious. This is a well
Developed book with a complex storyline and wonderfully fleshed out characters. I look forward to the next in this adventurous series!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While I LOVED seeing these characters again I really wanted a newer story. This rehashes the girl’s relationship and the guys in their lives. If you have not read the series you can start here but if you have it doesn’t give any new information. This is a very short story and seems to take place over 1-2 weeks. As I said I really loved seeing these guys and gals again but I just expected something different.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Heather Bass

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Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have not read a poem book in years and I’m so glad I read this one. This book of poems is based on everyday life. These poems are not too long but they will stick in your mind for a while. I read this book in one sitting. Once I started these poems I could not stop. I loved them all but my favorite was Collective Creativity. The words said that we are all different and it is ok. This book gave me a new look at poetry and I can’t wait to read another one.
Review by @heatherbass

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Christine Baranek

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gunner
By: TJ Beach
5*
At the moment I am loving books that include our current life situation. At first, I thought that I would hate them and would prefer books that show characters experiencing life as we were used to. However the more I read books in a post pandemic world, the more I realize I like reading books that make me see characters in situations that are really really relatable.
At the beginning of the book we meet, Gary and Debbie. Gary is man of mystery and Debbie wants to know more. Debbie is Gary’s new boss in a private investigator office. Debbie and Gary have grown close and everyone in Debbie’s family loves Gary, even her husband. Gary spends lots of time with Debbie and her kids. When Debbie’s mom tests positive for coronavirus, they find out that they all must quarantine. This means that Gary will be staying with Debbie and her family, because she doesnt want him to be alone for two whole weeks. This time gives Gary a chance to tell her about himself, his story and what all he has seen. This won’t be an easy task for Gary but he must help his friend distract herself from her situation.
I absolutely loved this story. I love the realness of the situation, from the despair of Debbie’s Mother when she tests positive. To the family’s reaction to having to quarantine. However, the part I loved the most was the friendship between Debbie and Gary. This felt like a real life friendship and their care for one another was palpable. Gary’s story was absolutely fascinating and I loved reading the background about him. What has happened to him to make him the way he is.
This is the third book in a series, but I have not read the first two books (yet). This definitely reads as a standalone and I had no problem following the storyline as I was reading. I definitely think this is a must read!

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Revenge Honeymoon by K.J. Gillenwater – Review by Dawn Brown

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Revenge HoneymoonRevenge Honeymoon by K.J. Gillenwater
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After Emily’s best friend is stood up at her wedding, they embark on the honeymoon cruise together. Emily immediately sees a hot guy but believes him to be married as the cruise is just for people on their honeymoon. Max, as it turns out, is working as a photographer for the ship. With a little bit of insecurity, Emily shies away from him but she is all Max can think about.
Opinion
This is a great, laugh out loud book. With all of the adventure of a cruise, the setting is perfect for a romantic comedy. What I loved most about this book is that at the end of each chapter is a mini cliff hanger. I felt compelled to read this book in as few sittings as possible. Be prepared to not be able to put this book down.
The way the book ended is a perfect set up for another book in a series. I hope that to be true.

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book incredibly was something that I didn’t expect in a lot of fantasy book. Madame Chalamet is a ghost talker and communicate with well ghosts. And when the duke takes interest in a body, Madame Chalamet is the one he called. While reading this I felt like I was looking thou and watching from Madame Chalamet own eyes. I felt like I was actually living and breathing the air these characters were in. This part alternate history, suspense, supernatural, fantasy, and mystery, all rolled int o one really kept me wanting to read more. Madame Chalamet is an incredible character not only talking to ghosts but is an intelligent, witty, unapologetic, savvy, strong willed women, that I related to so much in this story. Was an incredible read that I will for sure be reading more of.

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