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Secrets at the Cafe by Susan Specht Oram
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Genre – Suspense, Women’s Fiction
Page Count – 234

A deathbed promise. A missing diary. Can she find her loved one’s message and fulfill a last wish?

Karina Walker is juggling with unexpected upheaval. Rushing to her dying grandmother’s side, the grieving twenty-four-year-old agrees to move home, take over the old café, and read a journal left behind. But she’s shocked to her core when the little red book disappears from view the moment she turns her back.

Building a list of suspects who may have overheard mention of a hidden stash of money, Karina teams up with her cousin and a former teacher to track down her inheritance. And while rumors run rampant around town, she discovers a buried secret that could change her forever…

Can Karina confront her family’s past and build herself a new future?

Secrets at the Cafe is an unforgettable, page-turning domestic suspense. If you like determined heroines, dizzying plot twists, and breathtaking dramas, then you’ll adore Susan Specht Oram’s riveting read.

Buy Secrets at the Cafe today to untangle a puzzle that will pull you through the pages!

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Sea of Demons (Blood and Sand Book #5) by Heidi Stark – Review by Angela Hayes

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Sea of Demons: A Dark Enemies to Lovers Mafia RomanceSea of Demons: A Dark Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Heidi Stark
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Sea of Demons is the fifth book in the Blood and Sand series by Heidi Stark. This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Stark- so I really didn’t know what to expect from one of her stories. But as dark romance is one of my guilty pleasures, and the darker the better, I couldn’t wait to discover all the suspenseful details.

This promised a dark romantic suspense with mafia, danger, dramatic developments, tension, raw and gritty details, violence, murder, action, chemistry, sizzle, emotion, and intensity. Which I guess it did. But, I just wished I had read the previous four books before diving into this one.
In this series, as far as I can tell, each instalment follows on from the previous book- and as these characters star in previous books- I can’t help but conclude that there are important aspects to the series that I am missing. The blurb isn’t clear on this, only ‘suggesting’ reading the other books if you prefer, giving the impression that this could be read as a standalone…. “Sea of Demons is a full-length mafia/gang dark romantic suspense containing potential triggers. Reader discretion is advised. This is the 5th book in the Blood and Sand series. Books 2-4 can also be found combined as Sinners, Rage, and The Brixton Trilogy, if you prefer to read the Brixton story to this point in its entirety.” But knowing what happened in those four books seems to be more important than that part of the blurb implies….. So, again, I wish I had known that going into this book, because I did feel like I wasn’t privy to important details/developments- and knowing/thinking that made me frustrated and anxious as I kept wondering what I had ‘missed’ in the previous books.
There were more than a few moments where I nearly gave up in order to go and hunt down the previous books to read them before continuing on with this one- but I persevered hoping that it would all ‘fall into place’ at some point. But I never did find ‘my groove’. Lesson learned. So, unfortunately my rating reflects that. But in saying all that, the story and characters have piqued my interest, and I am hoping that by reading their story in its entirety it will help me connect and invest in them all the better. So I have decided to go back and read the previous books, to see if they change my impression- so stay tuned- as they may impact on my review/rating for the better.
Take my advice, read the previous books first before starting on this one. Save yourself the anxiety and frustration that I experienced.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Heidi Stark!

 

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane Series Book 1) by Celia Hart – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane #1)Wolfbane by Celia Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So every once in a while I get on a shifter romance kick. That’s all I want to read, which is what led me to Wolfbane. This story is a tearjerker but good. Multiple love triangles with one common denominator in them. And poor girl the author puts her through the ringer. Yet she comes out better for it in the end.
Jasmine has been saving herself for her one true mate. She’s the one who lacks fun, because she’s straight edge, religious, and pure. Coming from a strict family background she has to keep all encounters with future Alpha Blake hidden. They’ve become friends out of his pursuits of a good time, unfortunately she knows her family would approve of the friendship. Of course that’s not the cruel hand she’s been dealt. Her mate is none other than the future Alpha’s beta Luke but all her best friend Lucy’s boyfriend.
Two triangles :
Luke, Lucy, & Jasmine
Luke, Jasmine, & Blake
Lucy has no intentions of giving Luke up.
Luke wants to do the right thing, but at what cost because all he’s doing is hurting Lucy.
Blake wants Jasmine, he doesn’t feel like Luke deserves her. However he fully understands the mate bond so he will step back and help his friends see its benefits and why they are meant to be together.
Simple, right?
Not really because a wrench is thrown into the Luke, Lucy, & Jasmine triangle that’s about to blow it all up, decisions need to be made. It doesn’t help that there’s a war on the pack looming. Giving the Beta and ultimatum is all Jasmine has left. She’s losing herself and her will to fight.
What will he decide?
How will it impact everyone involved?
That question and so so so many more come about while reading this book. You feel for Jasmine. You want her to be happy but how can she when everyone is pulling her every which way. The only escape she gets seems to come from her time spent talking to Blake. He’s been that shoulder to cry on.
You want love triangles, loss, rejection, action and so much more. This shifter story has it and then some, so check it out!

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane Series Book 1) by Celia Hart – Review by April McCoy

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane #1)Wolfbane by Celia Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a die-hard for paranormal romance and when I tell you that I devoured this one I am not joking. I found a book that finally had some “meat” and wasn’t an hour read which gave it all the more points on my scale. Jasmine was so easy to love. Always the good girl now stuck choosing between two guys. Gah I couldn’t get enough! I cannot wait to read more Celia books cause she locked me up and threw away the key. This goes in my reread pile for sure!!

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The Truth About Myths (The Winemakers Book 3) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Audrie Harrington

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The Truth About Myths (The Winemakers #3)The Truth About Myths by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have really enjoyed this series and visiting new places in my books. This is the third book in the series and follows some new characters. Isabel is the princess of Portugal and loves her country. Her brother, the king, sends her off to visit her cousin and find out what is happening in Spain. Henrique is selling his land and moving out of the country, but agrees to accompany the sister of his good friend (the king) to Spain. Henrique is witty and charming and knows how to woo the ladies. Isabel has been protected and doesn’t agree with his philandering, but she sees a different man underneath the façade. In Spain, they are busy with many events planned by her cousin, but also in a lot of political meetings. The true king of Spain is invited to the palace and tries to sweep Isabel off her feet in order to get back to his rightful throne. The story kept me guessing and I learned so much about life in the 1800s.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Robin Rankin

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Man In Black

I was a little worried about reading this book due to the length, but the story draws you in from the beginning and refused to let me go. It made a weekend not being able to do anything go by so much faster.

Fenimore goes on quite a journey, both physically and emotionally. He isn’t happy with his dull life and the life of an outlaw fascinates him. He hits the road with his horse in search of a new life and identity.

It wasn’t exciting but not a dull trip either before meeting up with the gang he was looking for and eventually becomes a part of.

So much happens while out on his adventures. He felt every emotion possible and ever event he went through changed him.
This is definitely a book you need to be prepared to invest the time into, but it’s totally worth every minute.

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Devil’s Claw (Logan McKenna Series Book 3) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Julie Johnson

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Devil's Claw: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Book 3 (Logan McKenna Series)Devil’s Claw: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Book 3 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Logan’s daughter, Amy, is home from her travels in Africa. She’s home because she is receiving treatment for and recovering from malaria. She’s under strict orders to get as much rest as possible. Liam, Amy’s boyfriend, is taking the doctor’s orders very seriously and monitoring Amy’s progress hourly.

The sea otter center, which is fairly new, receives a new sea otter pup after Logan and Amy find it trapped in some seaweed while on a walk one day. Eager to learn more about the habits of sea otters, Amy volunteers, along with several of her friends, to help nurse the otter back to health.

A snag has come up in the sea otter center though as another person has come up claiming rights to the property. There is a lot of legal battling going on, and then a break-in, some injuries, and a murder. What has Logan gotten herself into this time?

I enjoyed this story and it kept me engaged. This one was a bit more emotional for me because of the situations within the story. I continue to look forward to reading more of this series.

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Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Alison Risher

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Necromancy the MusicalNecromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Not a musical. Set in New Orleans, a city of magic, and of dark magic. A single-dad homicide detective whose secret weapon is a slightly magical teenage daughter. Drama camp romance. Best friends. Young love. Of course, there is a nemesis. Then again, perhaps this story would make for a good musical, after all!

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Whisper Creek (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Whisper Creek (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7)Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Logan just can’t stay out of trouble

We start book 7 with Logan going viral with several of her compositions on her violin being put together online on a video and it goes absolutely viral. She’s shocked and it rocks her confidence in her decision to marry Ben who finally proposed, how will money effect their relationship?

Logan goes out of town to Whisper Creek for a consulting gig to help at New school who she’s always refused to sign on full time for. She meets up with a few friends and comes across Monica, a woman no one likes and she’s played her husband and step son really dirty, but when Logan finds her dead and the questions start it doesn’t matter who Monica was but who killed her. The police think they know and Logan knows they are wrong and has to figure it out before a friend ends up charged with a murder she’s sure they didn’t have any part of.

Well done suspense again! Poor Logan needs a vacation from all this drama!

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Almost and Forever by Angela K. Parker – Review by Candida Hopper

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Almost and ForeverAlmost and Forever by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an emotionally charged story. The author pulls you into the story from the beginning with her beautiful writing skills. This story is about love, loss, heartache, forgiveness, guilt, and wonderful characters. I felt so many different emotions while reading this. Hope and Adam’s characters felt relatable and I couldn’t help but feel connected to them as I’m following along their journey of love. This was much more than just a romantic story. Even though you have a pretty good idea of what was going to happen between Hope and Adam after Hope makes the wish at the fountain, there were still some unexpected twists. I truly enjoyed the emotional journey I was taken on with this story. I recommend this book.

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Themes of Kismet by A. Akinosho – Review by Daryian Lucas

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Themes OF Kismet: A Multicultural Meet Cute RomanceThemes OF Kismet: A Multicultural Meet Cute Romance by A Akinosho
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3/5 Stars
The description of this book made my expectations very high. The core plot was very good, it just wasn’t executed well. Ebun & Noah’s love story could’ve been more thought out and descriptive. I felt like this book would be good for younger readers without the spice scenes but as an adult I struggled to finish.

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Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Ashley Sugar

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Shadow Bringer: Raven AcademyShadow Bringer: Raven Academy by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paranormal fantasy is something I’ve been dipping my toes in lately and this book…I loved every page! Wonderfully written and the characters were all phenomenal. And I’m obsessed with the cover! That’s what drew me in, in the first place! The suspense, the plot..all great to me. I’ll be reading more from this author.

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Whisper Creek (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Nina Maes

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Whoa! Another nail biter, twist and turns with lots of guessing. Strong characters, with a great storyline. These books can be stand alone or read as the series. I highly recommend reading them as a series because you get a deeper understanding of the characters.

Whisper Creek (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7)Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whoa! Another nail biter, twist and turns with lots of guessing. Strong characters, with a great storyline. These books can be stand alone or read as the series. I highly recommend reading them as a series because you get a deeper understanding of the characters.

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by Megan Conley

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Saint ConSaint Con by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a super quick read but is packed to the brim with action, romance, danger, and so much more! This was my first time reading Seelie Kay but it definitely won’t be my last! I loved the witty banter between Jessica and Connor and the way Kay writes just kept me hooked and turning the pages! I highly recommend picking this up if you are looking for a quick read that will have your heart racing…in more ways than one 😉

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 2) by K. L. Small – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was thrilled to get to read the second book in this series as I was entirely charmed by the first book, and the second one did not disappoint. The author transports us to a world where magic is real as long as you believe and have a brass ring. Rusty discovers the mini carousal in the mall has secrets for him to explore, but he is also looking for Christmas gifts for his family, especially his beloved grandfather. Trying to balance the need to earn and save money, while also spending money at the carousal, Rusty begins to learn some important lessons. The author did an amazing job of bringing magic into the real world and creating stories that are not only fun, but carry wonderful messages for both children and adults. It’s a fairly easy read and I was engrossed until the last page. I can’t wait to see what new adventures Rusty and his grandfather find in the future!

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The Truth About Myths (The Winemakers Book 3) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Truth About Myths (The Winemakers #3)The Truth About Myths by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Very well written and I can picture beautiful place in Portugal and Spain….The Truth About Myths is book 3 in The Winemakers series. I really enjoy this series and though this book could be read as a standalone…I would highly recommend reading this series in order. The author is fabulous and her storytelling is amazing. The romance, tension and banter between Henrique and Isabel…I loved it.

When Isabel is asked by the King to go to Spain to help out….it is her duty to do so. What is not anticipated is who is accompanying her….none other than Henrique….which at first was a bit trying. Knowing how proper and set in her ways Isabel is….will she be able to let a bit go and see another side to Henrique and will he fight for her?

Delightful and Wonderful story. I highly recommend this series.

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Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Mandy Ott

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Necromancy the MusicalNecromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing young adult thriller! Debbie Hibbert delivers humor, suspense, drama, romance, necromancy, and dark magic all in one book! Necromancy the Musical had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning and held me in its icy grasp the whole way through. The characters were relatable, believable, lovable, and realistic. The close relationship between CeCe and Portia is so amazing; every girl needs a friend soul mate like that. And the little added romantic elements between Portia and Devin and CeCe and Zach are just so pure and sweet. Even if Zach and CeCe must contend with their added magical elements. The world building was spot on; I mean, it’s not easy to “show” the reader what it’s like to be pulled into a “black magic ocean.” But I could feel the waves lapping at my feet. This book is great for any young adult or adult alike who enjoys magic, fun, and mystery! I really hope there is more to come from Debbie Hibbert!

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Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Kerry Carr

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Shadow Bringer: Raven AcademyShadow Bringer: Raven Academy by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an amazing gripping paranormal adventure. It is the first book in the Raven Academy Series. I loved how the author brought so many elements from vampires and werewolves to witches and Shadow Bringers, this book has so many twists and turns that I was hooked from the first page. I loved the character of Riley. She is a very determined young woman who won’t stand by while someone dictates her life. It was a unique story about Rileys life in the community and at times I was wondering if she was any safer in that community than she would be outside of it.

This book is filled with action, secrets, dangers and its a journey as Riley discovers who she really is.

Riley is 18 and is in her final year of school. Her plan is that once she leaves she plans to leave the community with her friend. The community has been her home forever however the things they are forced to do such as having their magic bound if they have any and being treated so they can’t reproduce. Riley believes she can have a better life in the free world. When new students arrive at the academy from the outside Riley sees them as her opportunity to get a taste of the outside world. 1 person in particular catches her eye and offers to help her for a price. But what Riley doesn’t realise is just how high that price will be and what it will cost her.

This was an amazing story and I can’t wait to read more

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Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite Book 7) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Juls Dick

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Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite #7)Wicked Games by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wicked Games is the next instalment of the Hidden Valley Elite series by Isla Vaughn. I have read every book of this series so far and have been eagerly anticipating Shane’s story. I feel out of the 4 main characters he is the one I know least about and have the least connection with. I was really surprised by this story; it is much darker than the previous duets and I loved it! This book follows the story of Shane and Winter. There are so many different elements of this book that I cannot wait to resolve. I do not want to give away any spoilers, but this book ends on a massive cliffhanger, and I cannot wait for the last part.

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The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Gabrielle

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The Men of Eden Cove ManorThe Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a fast-paced story that brings readers into the paranormal world. Lucifer decides to take a chance and investigate the mysterious Manor while the residents are away. Little does he know that when he enters the house he is not alone. Soon Lucifer is drawn into a world that he never imagined existed. Will he survive or has he pressed his luck too far this time?
Lucifer’s adventure is an interesting one. He finds not only Mordecai but others who make a difference in his journey. The men of the manor each have their own personalities but we do not see a lot of them. It would be nice for these men to have more depth to their characters. Readers get a lot of glimpses at what the characters are like. Lucifer and Mordecai are very one dimensional for me and I did not get lost in their story. The plot is an interesting idea and I would have liked a bit more information on the past and the circumstances that they find themselves in now. It was nice to see all the friendships and connections that the characters have in this story and how strong love can truly be.

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Safe Harbor (Logan McKenna Series Book 5) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Michelle Troyer

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SAFE HARBOR: Logan Book 5(The Logan McKenna Series)SAFE HARBOR: Logan Book 5 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book and have been enjoying this author. It is a good book filled with suspense and action. I couldn’t put the book down. I love the way the author throws everything into one book. I highly recommend this book!

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The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Men of Eden Cove ManorThe Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable paranormal MM romance with a Halloween feel, which kept me happily turning the pages. Lucifer is grieving the death of his mother when he decides to uncover the mystery of the ‘men of Eden Cove Manor’. He didn’t believe the town gossip until after he has a confrontation with one of the hot, mysterious Manor men. Mordecai thinks Lucifer is a nosy, reckless and impulsive brat but he’s also drawn to his chaotic energy. Although Mordecai’s intention is to teach him a lesson for violating the Manor men’s privacy, he soon discovers that Lucifer may be the answer they have been searching for. Mordecai needs to convince Lucifer that he’s the missing piece to their centuries old puzzle before it’s too late. Lucifer gets more answers than he expected when he entered Eden Cove Manor, and he may even become the town’s next secret. This is a MM romance and there are several people that make up the relationship. I liked how it was told from two characters POV which made me feel engaged with the characters. Both the characters and the setting was brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the storyline. This was a fairly short story but it was packed full of drama, action and romance which had me hooked from start to finish.

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Almost and Forever by Angela K. Parker – Review by Trish Ann

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Almost and ForeverAlmost and Forever by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good read. I did. The story was balanced with deep and light tones. I thought the characters were well developed and matched. I liked the fountain detail in the story. It was relatable and engaging.

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My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale – Review by Jessie Hopkins

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My heart was invested in Stas and her story from the beginning. The battling internal feelings surrounding dance and her divorced parents were relatable and well described. She feels most connected to the woman that will soon be her step-mom, but has been her Mama for the majority of her life. Hearing her dad and his church talk poorly about same-sex couples makes her obviously frustrated as she knows first hand what it is like to have 2 loving Moms.
When her Mom is murdered and she is then stuck between who will care for her, all her emotions are frozen. None of the options feel right, being back with her Mom in their home is what felt right but that is no longer an option.
Que in Zane, who is mature beyond his years and dealing with his own demons. A voice of reason as well as a shoulder to cry on, he’s amazing.

This is so well written it transports you right into Stas’ life.

Necrosis Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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I don’t know how a lot of people like to start their day, but I decided that the start of my 8 hour shift at 6am was a good time to start this book. As I was standing at my cart getting medicine ready for a resident I thought that this book would get off to a bit of a slow start, but NO! It started out with something that I never expected. I had to stop what I was doing and just listen to the first few paragraphs thinking oh my gosh, she really did that? It was a good listen and I will most likely actually read the book at some point. I know all of us mothers out there would do anything to protect our children and the main character in this story was no exception. I highly recommend you read the book or at the very least give it a listen.

Arriving Home (Lake Juniper Series) by Chelsea Lauren – Review by Angela Hayes

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Arriving Home (Lake Juniper Series)Arriving Home by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

Arriving Home (A Juniper Lake Series Novel) by Chelsea Lauren is a New Adult MM romance that’s woven with plenty of emotion, angst, heartache, family, past trauma, challenges, and drama. The story tugs on the heartstrings and has some raw and gritty elements and includes some sensitive topics that may be triggering for some readers- subjects such as alcohol abuse/addiction, drugs, childhood trauma, emotional blackmail, and manipulation– so if have issues with any of these topics, then this is probably not the book for you.
The Christmas holidays bring together an author who is grappling with a case of writer’s block and a lonely chef who despairs of ever finding ‘the one’. But their future depends on leaving the pain of the past behind. Easier said than done…
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Chelsea Lauren!

 

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The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Men of Eden Cove ManorThe Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie is yet another sublime paranormal MM romance with a bit of a ‘why-choose’ dynamic. It never ceases to amaze me at the abundance of creative ideas that Ms. Valkyrie must have buzzing around in her head, as this is yet another highly original plot, distinctive from the rest of her works, but still with all the trademark touches and ‘personality’ that I have come to expect from her work.
Well-developed and cleverly woven, this story has vampires, mystery, action, adventure, spooky encounters, agendas, chemistry, emotion, humour, banter, supernatural elements, high stakes, a time crunch, quirky yet endearing characters, tension, suspense, danger, choices, Halloween hijinks, and a lot of flirting with danger. The story is set on/around Halloween, which adds an extra element of mysteriousness to the story.
Lucifer is a somewhat bold, bratty, and sassy individual who’s new to town. When he hears all the rumors surrounding “Eden Cove Manor” his inherently curious nature is engaged, causing him to make the impulsive decision to break into the manor and do some investigating of his own. They are just rumors after all. Right? But Lucifer soon finds himself drawn into a situation he could never have predicted- discovering plenty about the ‘Men’ of ‘Eden Cove Manor’, and himself, along the way. Throw in a little blackmail, a HUGE secret, time running out, desperate hopes, chemistry, and some much-needed zest for life- and things take a fun and intriguing turn…
Highly recommended reading.
I can’t wait to see what Ms. Valkyrie has in store for us next…
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Naomi Valkyrie!

 

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This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

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This Egg Won't HatchThis Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 Stars

 

This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom is a cute children’s story that has a lesson on overcoming fear. This could almost be a ‘companion’ book to “Just One More Egg”- as they have the same style illustrations, and the same Warbler ‘family’, nest, and feel- as the other.
The classic watercolour illustrations which accompany the story help to bring the story to life and engage the reader.
Again, what happens when a cuckoo lays her egg in a warbler nest? What happens when the all the chicks hatch, except for one? What happens to the last egg? You really should read the story if you want to find out…
Happy reading!

 

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Saint ConSaint Con by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For starters I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I chose to read this book… lol I read strictly because of the author and did not read the description. Which should tell you how I feel about the author! Anyway, Saint Con was great! I feel like it may have been on the shorter end story wise but didn’t take anything away from what was presented.
Jess and Connor(Saint Con as he is known) are our main characters as well as lawyers. Now that tidbit wasn’t surprising knowing who the author is.
Both of which failed at an attempt to serve their faith. Yet they still help others in their profession. Connor’s help of the less fortunate is honorable. They also met at a wine bar and Connor instantly knew she was it for him.
How was he going to convince her?
Be persistent but let her have the reins. Seemed like a great plan till he didn’t show up for their first date. Jess feeling like he didn’t care gave up on him, not realizing a tragic accident was keeping him away.
What happened?
How will this impact what was growing between them?
It’s one of those books that reads like you’re watching a movie. Are you team Jess or are you team Connor comes into play. Either way you just want everyone to be happy. The author displays a great deal of emotion and sacrifices these characters have to make to be there. Love, compassion, lies of omission, family, ect all there beautifully wound together in a great story.

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by M Policicchio

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Saint ConSaint Con by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had more twists and turns than I was expecting. The characters were fun. I would love to know the background between Sydney and Dan. The action is nonstop.

When Jessica bumps into a wall of muscle outside a bar bathroom, she didn’t know it was the Connor O’Brien. She also didn’t realize all the chaos that would result. One day she is fine by herself, the next day she is involved with Connor O’Brien. He tells her that she is the one and he is never letting her go. When he stands her up for their first official date, she feels like a fool. Turns out, he didn’t exactly stand her up. Connor was beaten and kidnapped.

Connor O’Brien thought he was going to be a priest but thanks to a negative encounter with an interested professor, it was decided that the priesthood was not for him. Connor went to law school and became a “street lawyer”. He used an old food truck as his office and met the clients where they were. He catered to the homeless and folks that could not afford traditional lawyers. He was known as Saint Con throughout the neighborhoods he worked.

One day, he was beaten up in his office and then disappeared. The police could do nothing because there was no evidence of a crime. His un-official girlfriend couldn’t report him missing, yet. The cops told her only his family could. When they got to town, his family got the run-around. No evidence, no crime, no missing person. However, the community led by Jessica pulled together and started searching. Through leads and other avenues, Connor was found.

I don’t want to give too much away here. But it was not easy sailing from there. With a second abduction, the hunt for Connor is once again on. Can Connor survive long enough to even have a relationship with Jessica?

Never a dull moment in this book. It is a super quick read for the number of pages. A good story!!

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