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Dare Game (The Irish Garda Files Book 1) by Melinda Colt – Review by Angela Hayes

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Dare GameDare Game by Melinda Colt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Dare Game is the first book in The Irish Garda Files and debut novel by Melinda Colt. This is an exciting murder mystery- with detectives, investigation, cybercrime, a ‘deadly’ game, danger, emotion, intrigue, romance, second chances, family dynamics, and plenty of drama.
I was really impressed with this debut novel and how easily I became absorbed in all the developments. I love a good murder mystery/thriller- so I was hooked right from the beginning of this story with its multi-layered and complex web of intrigue.
The premise is quite original and well-woven, that’s not to say there weren’t a few minor issues such as a bit of repeated information and a few inconsistencies- but they were very minor and nothing that really detracted from my enjoyment of the book.
Detective Inspector John O’Sullivan is an Irish police detective who is called to a recent murder scene where things just don’t add up. It doesn’t take long before all the evidence seems to point to a serial killer. He will have to figure things out quickly if he’s to prevent another murder. But it takes a worried mother and her frightened daughter coming forward before there’s a real break in the case. What unravels makes for really gripping reading.
What a great start to a thrilling new series. It’s shaping up to be fantastic. Can’t wait to dive into Book Two- “Killer Score”.

Thank you, Melinda Colt!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Tidal Love by KM Lowe – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Tidal LoveTidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe is a beautiful romance story that will capture your heart. It is about two lost and broken souls who have been hurt in the past, one horribly. KM takes us on a journey to a landscape that inspires and invites romance. One where our characters overcome adversity and pain to find the one thing they were not looking for. Trust does not come easy in this fast-paced tale as we follow them trying to find themselves whilst discovering each other. This heartbreaking yet heart-warming story will tug on the ol’ heat strings but there is also room for a few light hearted moments. Not a story to be missed.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Michelle Austin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) was a great 5 star read with short stories from eight great authors: Tamara Ferguson Natalie Ann, Suzanne Jenkins, Cynthia Cooke, Alicia Street, Jen Talty, Angela Stevens, Patrice Wilton

Each of these stories will pull you right in. We get suspense, steaminess, love, loss and so much more. I suggest having some kleenex handy, just in case. This is an opportunity to get to know some authors that you may not be familiar with and read more from your favorites. Each story has its own unique storyline which I really liked. All of the characters add a great element to the story.

TWO HEARTS’ TRUCE -Tamara Ferguson
This is Amanda and Jeff’s story. They will tug at your heartstrings and you want nothing but to see them find their true happiness.

FALLING INTO LOVE – Natalie Ann
BAYOU COTTAGE – Suzanne Jenkins
THE LIES BETWEEN US – Cynthia Cooke
IGNITE MY HEART – Alicia Street
WHISKEY SOUR – Jen Talty
CUT AND RUN – Angela Stevens
REPLACING BARNIE – Patrice Wilton

If you are looking for a great compilation of fall romance stories, this is the collection for you. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 4) by Ellen Butler – Review by Finn Cunningham

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Pharaoh's Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4)Pharaoh’s Forgery by Ellen Butler

Ellen Butler is at it again with another great book in the Karina Cardinal Mystery series! This book in particular is book four in the series, and I personally recommend you read them in order, though they can all be read as stand alone’s! I have been with this series since book one, and it just keeps getting better and better! I love Ellen’s style of writing, and just cannot get enough of it! I impatiently wait for more from the very talented Ellen Butler!

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series #3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Angela Shirley

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series Book 3)Secure Heart by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are asked to help a friend to manage one of there facilities, will his broken heart ever be mended when a woman and her daughter need his help.

Julian is suffering from a broken heart, widowed for a few years he has not really seemed his self since. After starting his job at San Diego office of Chase Security will this be able to try and forget the past, but when he is asked to protect a woman and her young daughter, plus having to deal with a serial killer within his patch, will he be able to manage both of his assignments.

Holly is a single mother trying to survive in the world, with her songwriting and singing she is getting by, until one night an attempt on her life shakes her and enroles the help of Chase Security and in walks Julian. As they work closely together she starts to see that there can be light in his broken heart but will she be able to crack through before its too late.

I love this series, each book offers a great insight into the worlds RL Dunn creates. Julian and Holly’s characters are brilliant together and the chemistry pluses off the page and just draws you into the story where I could not stop reading. I do have to say I think these two are my favourite of the duo’s I have read and the tension and action is just enough not to be too unrealistic.

Each story can be read as a standalone but some characters do arc into each story and who would not want to read more of this wonderful stories. I can’t wait to read the next installment to this story soon.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

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

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East Beach (Red Farlow Mysteries: #3)East Beach by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites. I enjoyed this suspenseful story. PI Farlow is back in this fast paced story. In this one he finds a FBI Agent shot and dying. Now he is determined to find his killer. You don’t want to miss these twists and turns that will leave you turning pages. This is a well developed story from beginning to end that does a great job of making you feel part of the story. I had no issues connecting to the characters as they brought the story to life. This made a great afternoon read which I highly recommend.

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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

This is my second book by this author which I enjoyed just as much as the first. This is a young adult fantasy story that will take you on an adventure of hidden treasures and secrets. The characters are connectable and made the story easy to read. They kept the story engaging and interesting. They pulled me in from the beginning. A sand storm unveils a lost pyramid but what Adam and his team don’t expect is the evil that wants revenge for disturbing the dead. Who will win this race against time? I really enjoyed this story and the action it brought. I highly recommend this book. Find out what happens to Adam and his team.

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

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

I enjoyed this book. This is the second book in this series. I highly suggest reading book one before this one to help enrich your enjoyment of this series. This is a well written story that has details that made me feel as if I was part of the story. The characters made the story easy to read and kept it engaging to the end. There is much going on in this book but the author did a great job of keeping things understandable. Grant’s story continues in this book. He takes you on a magical adventure that will keep you turning pages. I highly recommend this book, find out what happens to Grant and his group next.

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Super Sorry by C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author

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To Sarah Sorry appearances mean everything…
that is until her whole universe turns upside down.
Anyone who says being a teenager is easy, lies. It’s even worse when seemingly uncontrollable abilities appear out of nowhere. Puberty is one thing, but what her body is doing—no one ever taught in health class.
That is the exact moment Sarah’s life changes forever, or perhaps it’s because of a talking beaver’s demands for waffles and maple syrup. Either way, things are never going to be the same again.
As a new heroine on the horizon, she is bound to make a plethora of mistakes and you can bet your bottom dollar she’ll be Super Sorry for each and every one of them.

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series #3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series Book 3)Secure Heart by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secure Heart
Chase Security Series
Book 3
By R.L. Dunn
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
This is a full length novel. Packed with romance, suspense and a lot of medical help. No Spoilers for you!

Julian (Smooth) Dupart has returned to San Diego to rebuild the Chase Security building. What he stepped into was not what he expected. Holly is a single mother of a 4 year old princess. Holly writes and performs concerts, running her shows and getting home to Sadie. That is all she wants. A healthy daughter and to be a good mother. As the lives of these two people collide, so does everything around them.

R.L. Dunn wrote this the 3rd book in the Chase Security Series. WOW! This is a page turning rollercoaster. I have to say for the 3rd time, This is my favorite in the series. Please feel free to follow the series. This story hit all the feels. I cried a little, screamed a lot ( thank goodness I was at home alone), and could not put this down. R.L Dunn has done it again. Julian and Holly are the strong independent and go getters.. Sadie is the cutest little princess. Thank You R.L. Dunn for another suspenseful romance. Job Well Done! I can’t wait to see where book 4 will go.

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Amanda Kimble

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology

Two Heart’s Truce by Tamara Ferguson

This is the first book I’ve read by this author, but it won’t be my last. Ferguson has a way of bringing her worlds to you. This is a fantastic read.

Amanda, the little sister to Jeremy, is now living with her brother. When the past comes to the wedding she doesn’t know what to think or who to trust. The quote I chose for Amanda is: “Yes. Let’s start over.”

Jeff, Air Force Sergeant, finds that he’s never gotten over Amanda. At his friend’s wedding he finds that the feelings are mutual. The quote I chose for Jeff is: “So, I have permission to spend the night, since Jeremy and Christine offered to take me to the airport in the morning. The flight takes off at seven. I’m leaving the rental here for you to use until my truck arrives for you. One of my buddies has offered to drive it here with a load of my stuff next week. I’ll probably pack most of it up tomorrow afternoon when I arrive since I had to take such an early flight.”

Highly recommended for romance lovers.

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Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 4) by Ellen Butler – Review by Candida Hopper

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Pharaoh's Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4)Pharaoh’s Forgery by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4) by Ellen Butler

This book was as good as I knew it would be. Every book in this series just gets better and better. This book is full of mystery, intrigue, suspense, and humor. I love finding out what kind of predicament Karina is going to find herself in and I was given what I wanted in this story. This book can be read as a standalone but all of the books in this series are 5 star reads, so it is my suggestion that you read them all. There are always great characters in each book and this one had some of the characters from other books and we also got to meet new ones. This was a quick read for me because I couldn’t put it down until I found out what happens. I highly recommend this book. This author always does an exceptional job weaving a wonderful story full of unexpected twists and turns.

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The Saint of Liars (The Lucky Devil series Book 2) by Megan Mackie – Review by Raylene Green

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The Saint of Liars (Lucky Devil #2)The Saint of Liars by Megan Mackie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a sequel so the first one in this series needs to be read first to fully grasp this book. We leave off with Rune, who has inherited this bar from her aunt after her aunt passes away. This book picks up 2 months after those events take place and in book one, she meets Saint and the events leading up to has caused Saint to take time to come to grips with it all. And even though she hasn’t seen Saint, Saint turns up when this new adventure hits. Megan has delivered a bright brilliantly costructed story for readers alike to enjoy!!!!

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Kelli Harper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Review: Irresistible Fall into Romance
Authors: Tamara Ferguson, Natalie Ann, Suzanne Jenkins, Cynthia Cooke, Alicia Street, Jen Talty, Angela Stevens, Patrice Wilton.
FIVE STARS
A wonderful collection of stories by some amazing authors. Each one a steamy love story.
Tamara Ferguson: Two Hearts’ Truce. A military / wounded warrior romance, best friends sister, second chances book. This book will truly tug at your heart strings over what they lost in the past but what they have to look forward to in the future.
Natalie Ann: Falling into Love. Single mom, Playboy, what can they possible offer each other. Read this story and find out. ALL the feels.
Suzanne Jenkins: Bayou Cottage a Cypress Cove series book. Another book that is just full of twists and romance.
Honestly you really can’t go wrong with any of the stories in this collection. Happy reading !!
KLH

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She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by April Smith

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She's No CowgirlShe’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Paving his own road, Hunter is determined to steer clear of ranching as a future. Kennedy is out to prove to the haters, girls can cover sports articles just as well as a guy can, even if she has to start out using a pen name.
Hunter and Kennedy meet in an unlikely situation, and they can’t seem to quit thinking about each other. Things are all well and good until an article comes out that has the potential to end thier relationship. Is their relationship strong enough to survive?

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by April Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This anthology is a wonderful collection of romances. All these authors are new to me and I loved each of the eight stories within this anthology. Each author grabs your attention with their story telling and you can’t wait for the outcomes of the couples. So grab a cuddle spot and get started on these captivating stories within this book you won’t be disappointed.

TWO HEARTS TRUCE-Tamara Ferguson
FALLING INTO LOVE-Natalie Ann
BAYOU COTTAGE-Suzanne Jenkins
THE LIES BETWEEN US-Cynthia Cook
IGNITE MY HEART-Alicia Street
WHISKEY SOUR-Jen Talty
CUT AND RUN-Angela Stevens
REPLACING BARNIE-Patrice Wilton

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Erica Fish

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IRRESISTIBLE - FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5)IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This collection of great love stories. The stories are more than romance. They are full of mystery, suspense, comedy, and love of course. I have found some new authors to read, and some of my favorite ones. Tamara Ferguson is one of my favorite authors. She fills her pages with a little bit of everything. Her characters fly off the pages full of zeal and love. In Two Hearts Truce is a love story that has broken hearts learning to love again. Can you find love after having your heartbroken by the person who is trying to gain your love again?

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Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 4) by Ellen Butler – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Pharaoh's Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4)Pharaoh’s Forgery by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Pharoah’s Forgery: Karina Goes on Vacation by Ellen Butler is book four of the Karina Cardinal Mystery series. You should definitely read this series in order because Karina finds herself on some pretty epic adventures and you wouldn’t want to miss any of it!

Karina has been in quite a few jams as Michael would say so a girls trip is a no brainer. Of course, Karina should have expected that it wouldn’t be that easy because of course she finds herself in another pickle. This book as well as the others in the series, do a great job of keeping you on your toes. You’re always wondering what happens next! I don’t want to give too much away about Karina’s newest mystery so I’ll just say, you always wonder what’s going to happen next!

The author does a great job of keeping you intrigued. You just have to know what going to happen next! I definitely recommend this book!

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Jana Teppih

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IRRESISTIBLE - FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5)IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Irresistible – Fall into Romance (Irresistible Romance Book 5) is an amazing anthology that brings together some very talented authors. Most of them have been joining forces in other different anthologies so the only one I had not met before was Angela Stevens. It is always great getting a chance to meet someone new and that is one of the reasons why I love Anthologies. There are so many writers I have discovered through them!

The fearless eight of this anthology are my absolute favorite Tamara Ferguson (I think I have read everything she has written) and ten Natalie Ann, Suzanne Jenkins, Cynthia Cooke, Alicia Street, Jen Talty, Patrice Wilton and the newbie (for me) Angela Stevens. They have put together a collection that keeps the heart beating on the true love … You start reading the story and close your eyes and it start playing in front of your eyes like a movie, like a Hallmark move …

I will share my thoughts about my favorite one which was Tamara Ferguson’s Two Hearts’ Truce. It is another instalment in her Two Hearts Wounded Warriors Romance series and that fits perfectly into her Crystal Rock Universe. It brings together, again, after so many years, Jeff and Amanda and hopefully now they are ready … Their story fits also into the craziness of what we have read in her other stories in the series AND we meet some of them again. I love it, it feels like visiting home and meeting up with people you have not seen or heard of for a while.

I have always loved the care that Tamara takes when telling the heart breaking stories of her heroes and heroines … there is this feeling deep inside when I pick up her book, the anticipation … the apprehension … the hope …

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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IRRESISTIBLE - FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5)IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read previous Anthologies in the ‘Irresistible Romance’ series I was looking forward to reading this latest edition, ‘Fall Into Romance’ and I was not disappointed. This is another great anthology containing eight full standalone stories by eight fantastic authors, some of which I was already a fan of like Tamara Ferguson and others I am happy to have now discovered. My favourite was the first story in the book by a favourite author of mine, Tamara Ferguson called, ‘TWO HEARTS’ TRUCE’. When Air Force Sergeant Jeff Frisco reappears in Amanda Northrup’s life after six years apart he is determined to win her back. However Amanda has devastating secrets which are preventing her from moving on and she does not know if she can trust Jeff despite having put her life on hold for the past six years and been lonely and missing him. As usual I fell in love with Ferguson’s main characters, as Amanda and Jeff were both likeable and relatable and I was cheering them on hoping they would get their happy ending together. A great storyline and plenty of drama in the plot had me hooked from start to finish. Another wonderfully written heartwarming romance by Ferguson and a great start to the anthology.
‘FALLING INTO LOVE’, introduced Ryan Butler who did not have love on his radar and Shannon Wilder who had once been in love and sadly lost her husband. Having moved to Paradise Place with her children to runaway from a stalker she unexpectedly finds love again, is it with Ryan? No Spoilers! ‘BAYOU COTTAGE’ by Suzanne Jenkins, is a second chance at love romance. Maggie Angel’s runs away to Bayou Cottage in the swamp at Cypress Cove following having her heart broken and meets childhood friend and now local vet and wild horse advocate Justin Chastain. I loved these two characters and their journey to romance as for Justin the chemistry was instant but for Maggie who is recovering from a failed marriage she’s a little less keen to admit her feelings for Justin. A good storyline and great characters made this an enjoyable read in the anthology.
‘THE LIES BETWEEN US’ by Cynthia Cooke, had drama, suspense and of course romance when heroine Cat has to save her undercover FBI Agent husband Tom from a drug lord. This was a gripping read and I literally read it all in one sitting as I needed to know how it would end. Alicia Street’s ‘IGNITE MY HEART’ was a heartwarming story about a Nanny, Blake who is unable to have children of her own but falls in love with both her charge, an adorable little girl and her Daddy Morgan.
In ‘WHISKEY SOUR’ by Jen Talty, Boone Wilder realises that if he wants to get the woman that he loves, Paget Sour, then he will have to make a few changes of his own. Boone also realises that he will have come clean about a very big lie. However Paget is more worried about looking after her ill father and paying the bills than going on a date with the bartender at her local, even if he does make a great whiskey sour. ‘CUT AND RUN’ by Angela Stevens, was another story that had me gripped from start to finish as along with the romance the plot had plenty of drama and suspense. Molly Sullivan is forced to accept sexy but cocky Jake Massey’s help when her brothers dishonesty means she had to escape from a gang leader who is now after her. This had a hard to love hero and a feisty heroine and I enjoyed seeing how their relationship developed whilst they were in danger.
The last story in this enjoyable anthology is, ‘REPLACING BARNIE’ by Patrice Wilton. Career driven divorce attorney Lydia O’Reilley, discovers that her one night stand is actually her new clients soon to be ex husband. Unfortunately her one night with a handsome stranger, Jed, has also led to a unexpected pregnancy. I thoroughly enjoyed this anthology, it literally took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading all the completely different stories but which all had romance at the heart of their storylines. I look forward to the next anthology in the ‘Irresistible Romance’ series.

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Piper Foster

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily ConjuringsEveryday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Maria DeBlassie. Unfortunately for me the narrative I did not like when reading upon finishing I see why the book has been done this way. It is an extremely descriptive book. Its a book where you can curl up with a cup of tea. Learning about the world through nature.

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Irresistible – Fall Into Romance anthology is the fifth book in the Irresistible Romance series. This is another great collection of romance stories by various authors who are all brilliant in their own right. As with the other box sets in this series each of these books are different from the other so there is no trouble with telling them all apart and really getting invested in each of the stories.
This anthology has a great mix of everything you could want out of romantic stories – great characters, entertaining story and a lot of sweetness and love. I have definitely enjoyed each and everyone of these books and can definitely say you will be able to find something you like. For me this is a great way to introduce yourself to these authors if you haven’t read any of them before and I would suggest getting this box set immediately.

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

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Faerie's Magic (Seasons of the Fae Book 1)Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this fantasy story. This is my first book by this author and I look forward to reading more from her. This is an engaging, fast paced story about Mira and Cadoc. Their relationship has had many struggles they must overcome. The question remains, will they be able to overcome the struggles life is throwing at them? I enjoyed their characters. They are well developed and made the story easy to read. They brought their world to life and their struggles felt real. This made a great afternoon read. I highly recommend this book

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CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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CAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoirCAFE CONFIDENTIAL: An unfiltered and intimate memoir by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her. This is a well developed story that the author’s attention to details made me feel as if I was right there in each of the cities. I felt as though I was traveling right along with the character. I had no problems connecting with the characters as they brought the story and each city to life. This story is about someone selling everything they have to travel around in search of something, maybe romance or maybe themselves. What is found, you will have to read this book to find out. I highly recommend reading this story. It is engaging and fast paced, you won’t regret picking it up.

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Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Carrie Reed

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

5 stars!
This is the 3rd book in the series, it can be read as a standalone, but take it from me, I read this book first and missed out on a lot of detail and the formation of relationships. I got the gist of it, but I wish I would have read the others first, I will now have to go back and read them since the series is definitely worth it. I love reading romance within the Italian mob style books and this one was awesome. I loved all the drama, action, romance and crazy that this story had to offer. Serena and Giovanni are a great couple, I really enjoyed seeing them interact together. Serena is independent and strong willed and Gio has never had that in a woman, especially in his line of work. Serena will do anything to keep her family and Gio safe, so she assumes the best option is to leave them all to lure the kidnappers to come after her. I love that Gio will stop at nothing to keep her safe and protects her from everything, and how his family also loves her so much as to protect her like one of their own. I thought Serena would annoy me and be more like a needy damsel in distress type, but she is the opposite and her ramblings are just funny to read. I really can’t wait to see what comes next, it looks like there may be a little something going on with Salvatore and a certain nurse? I can only hope!

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That Incredible Kiss (Kissed By Fate 3) By Tamara Ferguson – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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THAT INCREDIBLE KISS (Kissed By Fate Book 3)THAT INCREDIBLE KISS by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

That Incredible Kiss by Tamara Ferguson
Five Stars

That Incredible Kiss is the third book in the Kissed By Fate Series by Tamara Ferguson. This book can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend all of the books by Tamara. I live in northern Wisconsin and I always get a kick out reading her books when she mentions places I know. I have to say I fell in love with this book the moment I started it and it kept me enthralled right until the end. This is definitely my new favorite of Ms. Ferguson’s books.
Ashley and Brian are powerful characters and watching them grow out of tragedy is a wonderful thing. If you love romance, these are the books for you!

Review by @sunbarn

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Shattered Reality (Summoned Book 1) by C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Shattered Reality (Summoned Book 1)Shattered Reality by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is one of my favorites by this author yet. This is a well written story that has characters that bring the story to life. I loved being pulled in right from the beginning. One of the things I love about this author is her ability for attention to details. Not only do they make me feel as if I am right there but also part of the story. This story is about Mudesa. She made a plan to make her way to the top and now that she is there, one phone call could change everything for her. Now she is face to face with the past and a hot detective that may have all the answers. Their twists and turns kept me turning pages. Their story is full of romance and magic that you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book and this author.

Review by @bjwagner
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Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Kerry Baker

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

Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas is a great story that I found to be very emotional. I was drawn into the story from the moment I started reading it and really fell in love with the characters. For me this was made even better knowing than it was based on true people, it just added a different depth to the story.
The author did a brilliant job of letting this story almost tell itself. The journey the characters went through really came through. I felt connected to both them and the story line and really did lose myself in this book entirely. I would highly recommend this book.

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Dare Game (The Irish Garda Files Book 1) by Melinda Colt – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dare GameDare Game by Melinda Colt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dare Game by Melinda Colt is the first book in the Irish Garda Files series. This is a brilliant mystery book that is full of suspense and intrigue from start to finish. It is the kind of book that I had to read in one sitting because I just had to know what was going on and how it would all play out!
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it is one I thoroughly enjoyed! I was completely drawn in but her writing style and thought it was really easy to connect with the characters. I am already looking forward to reading more of this series!

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Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 4) by Ellen Butler – Review by Kerry Carr

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Pharaoh's Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4)Pharaoh’s Forgery by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this story. It has adventure, mystery and just goes to show no one is who you think they are. This is the fourth book in the Katrina Cardinal series. It is a great story that keeps you gripped from beginning to end.

In this book we find Katrina going on a holiday to rest and recover. However when her neighbour asks her to bring a package for her to Mexico, Katrina’s peaceful holiday gets turned upside down.

With forgery, a ancient relic and a kidnapping can Katrina  solve this case and what is so appealing about the ancient relic that means someone is prepared to commit a crime for it.

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