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Tidal Love by KM Lowe – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Tidal LoveTidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tidal Love
By KM Lowe
☆☆☆☆☆
I would love to give this beautiful story more than 5 stars. It is a full length novel, filled with so much love and heartache.
Harleigh Harrison has just escaped a very abusive relationship. Being close to her family, she tries to get her life back on track. Her heart has been so crushed, her smile never reaches her eyes. Unless of course she is with her students. As her brother gives her a month vacation to Bulgaria, she is hesitant to go. Will she have fun?
Giovani Russian has also been hurt. Diving into his empire, he has no time for women. His heart will remain locked with bars around it. Just to keep himself safe from the hurt he has suffered. His hotel in Bulgaria satisfies his need to keep busy. Can these two people get through their failed relationships and give one more try?

KM Lowe is the author of this wonderfully heart wrenching story, of two people taking chances. You can’t help but to fall in love with Harlow and Gioand, let’s not forget Lucca, Gio’s brother. This is a story of two people taking chances to find happiness and love. Beware! You might want to climb into this story and help. I know I did. So many tears were shed on my part. But so worth reading this book. Just to feel hope is available for all who take control back. No spoilers, just warm hearts. Thank You KM Lowe! Book well done!

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Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Katie Matthews

Better To Have LovedBetter To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

I really enjoyed this story and I think it obvious that the author has personal ties to the story as it’s written with such emotion. It flowed really well and I was completely absorbed in what I was reading. I think at times early on in the story the multiple pov’s and the switching made it a little confusing but once I settled in to the story and got to know the characters I had no problems at all. I really liked all of the characters and following their stories.
I’ve read a few books by this author previously so it was really nice to read something different from her, and I do like real life stories there’s just something extra to them knowing that these things really happened.
Overall a really lovely read and one that I would recommend.

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EAST BEACH (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 3) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Katie Matthews

East Beach (Red Farlow Mysteries: #3)East Beach by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

This was an exciting and thrilling read – so much so that I devoured it in one sitting and it’s not usually a genre that I read! The author’s writing was so engaging, detailed and descriptive and it’s definitely made me want to read more books by him again in the future. I loved that the whole way through I was constantly guessing trying to figure out what was going to happen and just when I thought I had worked it out the author threw in a plot twist!! I really liked the main character; he was intriguing to read about!
This is the third book in this series however I read it as a standalone and had no problems but I would definitely like to read the first two now and any subsequent releases!

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Katie Matthews

Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

I am a huge fan of historical romance but I’ve not read much historical fiction from this era so when I saw this story I thought I would take a chance and I really enjoyed it. The authors’ writing was really engaging and the time period was actually really intriguing to read about. I love the plot and the characters. I really felt involved in the characters’ lives and throughout the story I really wanted the best for them. Brek’s life was fascinating and there were so many times where my heart broke for him a little – he found such a great connection with Gabriella, their relationship definitely wasn’t the easiest but it was so genuine I desperately wanted it to work out for them.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I will definitely be looking forward to reading more from her again in the future.

@katiem
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Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

Reign The Larussio LegacyReign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari is a great romance story that is so much more. I have loved this spin off series and the original series where it all started. As soon as I see a new book from Via I know I need to grab it and I am never disappointed. It is an action-packed tale where the alpha men love hard and want nothing more than to love and be loved by their women. Unfortunately, because they are rich or part of a mafia they are always under attack in some way and they and their highly competent security teams manage to keep all safe. I also love the cast of characters who intertwine from book to book and series to series. If you love hot and steamy with lots of action, then you need to hop right in and be prepared to be wowed.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kerry Carr

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love these books. Its a mixture of romance, trying something different and mystery.

Each book in the boxset follows a different couple through their journey from the concept of Spicetopia being created to the park dream becoming reality.

There is something new in every book as each couple’s story is so different but they all work so well together.

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Child of Prophecy (The Tirumfall Trilogy BOOK 2) by J Drew Brumbaugh – Review by Jonell Collins

Child of ProphecyChild of Prophecy by J. Drew Brumbaugh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Epic read! Child of Prophecy (The Tirumfall Trilogy BOOK 2) by J Drew Brumbaugh, is a story about everyday folks. They are heroes, wizards, humans and wood nymphs, but they are just ordinary folks standing against evil. What I loved the most about this excellent tale is the plan. They had a great plan. Wizards, elves, wood nymphs and humans…what could go wrong? Anything that could go wrong did. You find yourself pleading with the universe…please, please just let it be right this time. This is a rip-roaring action-packed novel and I loved it.

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Anantha Rusum

Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Every book offers us something new to read. This book offers an insight into the Prohibition era, an era where there was nationwide constitution ban on production, importation and transportation of the alcoholic beverages across US. This is a story about Brek, who decides to travel to America when he was 15. He meets a friend on the ship, and together they embark on new experiences. The book revolves around mafia, drugs and a lot of trouble. It was difficult to read through the language, the slang went over my head many a times. Set in 1926, it is about the gangster life and the troubles they got into because of their life style. A coming of age story, little emotional at times, a good fictional novel which gives an insight into the history of America during the 1920s.

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Jonell Collins

Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is very little of Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson, that is not pure action. Either something catastrophic is currently happening or it is imminent. I love it. Not only is this story nonstop action but there is even a little light romance all lightly done and in very good taste. But what I love, love, love the most about the Relic Hunters books is that they challenge my knowledge of history. I find that every time I read one, I am inspired to research the theme of the book and find out the truths the story is based on. This particular one…Pharaohs and Egypt. What could be better than that?!

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Child of Prophecy (The Tirumfall Trilogy BOOK 2) by J Drew Brumbaugh – Review by Candida Hopper

Child of ProphecyChild of Prophecy by J. Drew Brumbaugh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Child of Prophecy (Tirumfall Trilogy)
by J Drew Brumbaugh

This is the second book of this trilogy and it is a great adventure. It is my suggestion you read the first book before diving into this one because this one picks up where the other one leaves off. It was wonderful to have characters from the first book in this one and to meet new ones. The author did an excellent job bringing me into the story and keeping me entertained. I kept turning pages needing to know what was going to happen next. I felt like I was along on the adventure with these characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I cannot wait to read the next one.

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Rachel Moss

Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson is the second book in the Relic Hunters series and was a great sequel to this series! I absolutely loved reading this novel, and had trouble putting it down once I started reading. The characters were great, including the new ones introduced, and the storyline to me was better than the one in the first book. I was instantly enthralled with this story from the first chapter, and it just got more interesting the further I read. I love the historical concept, even though it’s a fiction novel, and it just made the story even more interesting. I can’t wait to read the next installment to this series!

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kandy Garrett

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books #1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series was super fun, just look at the title!
Phoebe is such a great writer, and also a super fun person to know!
She did a great job with building all the characters in this spicy little romance, and the places she takes us are unbelievably real. Now I want to plan a trip to check this little theme park out, just a little.
This series has its fair share of drama in their own story and start to shift and develop throughout all of the characters. My favorite couple is book 3, I always seem to love the third book the best in a series.

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Her Blackened Heart (The Blackened Series Book 2) by Isra Sravenheart – Review by Meg Tyrrell

Her Blackened HeartHer Blackened Heart by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Her Blackened Heart by Isra Sravenheart is my second book by this author and the second book in the Blackened Series. In this book it’s love and light vs the dark. I will always stand by reading the books in order- so, read her blackened soul first. Lady Isra is trying to lead Contessa into the darker side, which is not Contessa’s way. I was interested to see where this book went after the first one. I am curious to see what happens next.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Caralee Loonat

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books #1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander
4 Stars!!!!

If you are looking for a very hot and steamy series to read well look no further. This series is my favorite. The author does such a great job of keeping the reader hooked. I like how all the characters are down to earth and I also like the whole concept around the adult theme park. I think that the author has a very unique idea and quite a brilliant way of bringing it to the reader.

The characters just jump right off the page and grab the reader into the book and you feel as though you are right there in the heat of all the action. I really like the way that the stories unfold and how each one is a continence of the prior. These are the perfect winter warmer or chill on the beach read. From the first book to the fourth you are just hooked and don’t want to put the books down.

From Book one Sugar and Spice that introduces us to Cy and Jolie and shows us the very start.The author does a great job of bringing the reader into the spice world with a sweet boss and employee romance. Then the author really starts to turn up the heat.

In Book two Virtue & Vice we are introduced to Moon and Katja who bring the spice into Spicetopia. The author begins to weave the story. The story unfolds and we get to know both couples a bit more. I like how the story really begins to heat up and the whole adult theme park starts to come to life.

In Book three Fire & Ice we are introduced to Neve and Enya. The park is beginning to come into shape and there is someone who wants to make it fail. I like how all the couples are coming into play and parts of their pasts are what really throw up the drama. I really like how all is not cut and dry and there is hot molten lava in the relationships. I also like how the books are not predictable.
I like how the author weaves the story from book to book and keeps the readers attentions.

And Finally in book four Naughty & Nice we meet Micah and Natalie. I really like the holiday theme to this book and once again the temperatures are heating up. The author really brings the hot and steamy into the story and the characters just really bring the temperature to beyond boiling point. I could definitely get the naughty and nice vibe from the book and the book just really added to the series.

I really enjoyed this series and I look forward to reading more from this author as well as this series. The books just keep getting hotter and hotter. There is a vey adult theme to them but man I just could not put them down.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Heather Bass

Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read a couple of books from this author and I loved this one just as much. This is the second book of the Relic Hunters series. I love a good young adult story but this author exceeded all my expectations. This book has it all mystery, suspense, and adventure. I was so excited when I got this book I stopped everything and started to read it immediately. I could not put this book down until the end. It only took me a few hours to devour this addictive story.

Adam Hunter finds himself and his team in Egypt. There was a very bad storm that hit and it uncovered a pyramid that was forgotten in time. Adam and his crew are ready to see what is inside of this amazing pyramid. He is about to start their adventure when another team comes as well. They are also wanting to find out what is in the pyramid as well. Adam and his team now face competition to find out what mysteries are in the pyramid. Will Adam and his team find what they are looking for or will it turn way too dangerous? Read and find out.
Review by @heatherbass

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Finn Cunningham

Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Curse Of The Sands is the second book in the relic hunter series, an amazing addition! Definitely read this series in order, it only gets better the more you read. I was absolutely enthralled with this series the moment I started the first book. This second book is an absolute masterpiece, one I just could not put down, I just had to know more! I absolutely love Martin’s work and can’t wait to read more of it!

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Child of Prophecy (The Tirumfall Trilogy BOOK 2) by J Drew Brumbaugh – Review by Tausha Treadway

Child of ProphecyChild of Prophecy by J. Drew Brumbaugh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Child of Prophecy (The Tirumfall Trilogy BOOK 2) by J Drew Brumbaugh. This is the second book in this Tirumfall Trilogy and its just as good if not better than the first. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the first to get a background on all the characters. Its the continuing story of Gant & Pris who are trying to find a child prophesied to lead the demons of the Western Kingdoms over the East. This time Gant is leaving behind a wife and son so the stakes are a lot higher. Along the way they are joined by several characters who are determined to stop the prophecy before its too late for all of them. Along the way they encounter magic, wizardry, shape shifters and many other characters. Will this rag tag group of characters find the prophesied child before its too late and will they be able to stop it without having to kill the child. Read Child of Prophecy to find out!

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Set in America in 1926, during the prohibition era and the time of, champagne, pistols, gangsters and dolls, this is a wonderfully written historical fiction novel with a mafia romance twist. Main character and Kilkenny bred, Brek O’Brien is mixed up with the Mafia and lives in a world of darkness and this is his story of how he found his light in Gabriella. Told from Brek’s point of view the story unfolds and is told in his dialogue which does take a little while to get used to and this does effect the easy flow of the narrative. However the plot is action packed and moves along at a fast pace and the storyline had me hooked from start to finish. Having left his home in Ireland at a young age to travel to New York, Brek ends up in Detroit, Grosse Pointe. Brek is responsible for ensuring that both alcohol and drugs flow freely even though it’s the era of prohibition and if any trouble crops up its his job to stop it along with friend Finnegan. Brek says himself that his hands are covered in blood and that he’s not afraid of any man only God. His relationship with Gabriella is complicated and their romance takes both them and the reader on an emotional rollercoaster as we follow their journey to love. The couples chemistry really came across in the narrative and I fell in love with both Brek and Gabriella, so much so that they stayed with me long after I had read the last page. Due to the authors wonderfully detailed and descriptive writing I felt totally immersed in Brek and Gabriella’s world, and in the time period of 1926. This was an emotional and engaging story which I definitely recommend.

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EAST BEACH (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 3) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Tausha Treadway

East Beach (Red Farlow Mysteries: #3)East Beach by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

EAST BEACH (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 3) by W.F. Ranew. This is an amazing series fast becoming one of my favorites. Murder mysteries are my favorite and this one is amazing. Once you start you will not want to put it down so be prepared. Its the continuing story of our favorite PI Red Farlow when he gets a cryptic phone call from one of his good friends Joseph Trammel. Joe has recently retired to a beach home on Georgia Island so when Red receives this weird message he high tails there. Upon arriving he finds his best friend in a pool of his own blood slowly dying having been shot. Who would do this and why? Red is determined to find out! The investigation takes him deep intot he world of drug cartels and arms dealers. Can Red find who is responsible and put them behind bars before he is the next victim? Read East Beach to find out!

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CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler – Review by Liz Vrchota

CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoirCAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been sitting with this book and my thoughts for three days now. Three days ago I sat down with a memoir that I was optimistic I’d enjoy because it was by one of my one-click fav authors. Three days ago this woman’s story sucked me in and took me on a whirlwind adventure with her and through her brain. I was impacted by reading this book in a way I didn’t know I needed. It’s needless to say this book completely exceeded my expectations.

I wish I could do what Lynda Filler has done, a whole eat, pray, love approach with quite a bit more flair and pizzaz and style in my opinion, but she grabbed her fate and future by the balls and went for it to find and feel her dreams. What an amazing feat to accomplish for sure, but then she wrote a book about it. Yall, I loved this more than I can say. It was raw, sassy, sexy, funny, and inspirational. What more could you want? I will for sure have a paperback copy of this on my bookshelf some day. I hope we will get more novels like such from Ms. Filler soon!

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EAST BEACH (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 3) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Stacey Baxter

East Beach (Red Farlow Mysteries: #3)East Beach by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I do love getting my hands on a great mystery novel! This one certainly didn’t disappoint it was full of mystery,danger, secrets, twists and so much more it absolutely keeps you on your toes such a gripping story. I love a mystery where it isn’t predictable where it keeps you guessing and wondering what happens next and when you do you end up being shocked and like no way! I can’t wait to read more!!!

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Faith Jackson

Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my second time reading from this author. The action immediately transcends on the reader as we follow the team who has set out to help in Egypt. I love where the action takes us in this ancient land but also to uncover so much mystery and around the world with rivals who are out to get them which takes us on a quest with them. This makes it fun for the reader to travel with the gang.

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Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Faith Jackson

Better To Have LovedBetter To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved how sweet this story is for the time it’s set in. The story itself sets you on an emotional rollercoaster with unexpected twists and turns. I’ve been able to relate to Julie in this story in more than just one way. This one is a cozy and special read anyone would enjoy!

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Faith Jackson

Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love how action-packed this is from start to finish. Brek is a hero in his own right and easy to love from the way he tells the story through his strong accent. He and Gabriella’s chemistry is amazing as I enjoyed being sucked into this era with them. So much has transpired in this one that you’ll feel enthralled in it but I’m such a fan of history, romance and where this one bought me but in a raw dynamic that’s fun and vivid to read.

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Faerie’s Magic (Seasons of the Fae book 2) by Jessica Feyden – Review by Faith Jackson

Faerie's Magic (Seasons of the Fae Book 1)Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was exciting in a lot of ways from the action-packed scenarios between the faes to the witches (the Norns) and the witch-shifter. It also spins you down the realm of love and what happens once they join forces to become more than anyone can reckon with. Full of action, seduction in sex, magic and all that we could ever desire from a fantasy read. This one was unexpectedly beautiful and twisted but full of twists and turns as well.

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Tidal Love by KM Lowe – Review by Faith Jackson

Tidal LoveTidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These characters are easy to love as you follow their journey of love. From the start, the way their vibe for one another sweeps you off your feet but also in discovering love between her and Giovanni, she learns more about herself which for me, personally, makes this book worth the read. It’s short and sweet but very relatable from a woman’s perspective. This is the perfect book to crawl up to with the change of the seasons to warm your heart.

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Eternal Wanderings: The Continuing Journey of Kara O’Keefe by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Faith Jackson

Eternal Wanderings: The Continuing Journey of Kara O'KeefeEternal Wanderings: The Continuing Journey of Kara O’Keefe by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love how this story wasn’t your usual fantasy read or what you’d expect in any sense. I love how Kara sought out to pave a place for self and found a sense of worth within herself. Her courage is further exemplified with her fierce desire to combat her dangerous enemies but protect those around her as well. What I enjoyed about Kara was she was very likeable and relatable as a heroine. This story was intriguing, page-turning and powerful to read!

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EAST BEACH (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 3) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Faith Jackson

East Beach (Red Farlow Mysteries: #3)East Beach by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I find myself delving deeper into the mysteries and I can’t help but get entrapped in my imagination as they take us to the most unpredictable places with each case. This book is no different with where we go with Red to solve this case. Every turn is more suspenseful then the next as we follow quickly along with intrigue. I love how well developed it is that it seemed like a movie as I dreamed about the book at night after each chapter as it came to life as I slept. Every character was well likeable (at least to me) for different reasons.

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CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler – Review by Faith Jackson

CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoirCAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found this book extremely enjoyable but for so many reasons. From traveling to the open possibilities of where it can lead us. I needed this book because I found the way the author wrote it to be rather refreshing, open-ended and to what possibilities as to what it would be as the world awaits you. I loved how we traveled with the author but it also showed women the power of not only love but self-love and where it leads you. This book was fun, exciting and refreshing with enriching lessons that we should hold near and dear to our hearts. Very nicely written!

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books #1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you have ever read any of Phoebe Alexander’s books then you will know that you are in for an amazing treat getting 4 of them all in the one box set. If you haven’t read any of her work yet, then please believe me that you are in for an amazing treat with these 4 books.
This box set contains the 4 full length novels:
Sugar & Spice (Cy and Jolie’s story)
Virtue & Vice (Moon and Katja’s story)
Fire & Ice (Neve and Enya’s story)
Naughty & Nice ( Micah and Natalie’s story)

Each book contains the story of one couple but I’d definitely suggest that you read them in order to help the overall story flow better.
The whole idea of Spicetopia is dreamt up in the first book and the theme park takes shape over the remaining books as well as couples from previous books return so you would get possible spoilers of read out of order.

In true Phoebe Alexander style these books are smoking HOT! If you like things a little racy in the bedroom then these books will be right up your street. If you are up for a bit of kink or BDSM then these are most definitely the books for you. One added bonus is that when you get to the end and wonder what on earth you are going to read next, there is actually a 5th book in the series Dares & Dice to tempt you even further.

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