Love’s Reverie by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Finally Phillip and Katherine are in the same place at the same time. Like in life though their struggles are far from over. Can they overcome everything and truly live a life together of their dreams or will sacrifices need to be made? What a beautiful conclusion to the story of Phillip and Kat.
Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Christmas romances are my favorite and Laurie knocked this one out of the park. I couldn’t put it down and I can almost guarantee you that I’ll read it again before the end of the year lol. Oh, to end up with in a field of cows lol. CC and Reese will capture your heart with their story. I recommend curling up with this book and a mug of hot cocoa.
Love’s Reverie by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m so glad this second book was written. There was so much I wanted to know after reading Love’s Refrain, this continuance all I could have asked for. The breath holding section to find out if they would find each other again kept me bound to the pages! Great addition to the first half of the story of Kat and Phillip’s love. One of the best time travel books I’ve read.
Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book gave me the same warm and fuzzy vibes as watching a sweet Hallmark movie. Just comforting and wholesome. Liberty is a journalist on a mission to find the Secret Santa who has been making donations at Christmas time, and Sawyer is on her list. At first glance Sawyer is smitten. They’re both workaholics, but while Liberty has a big family she’s close with, Sawyer quickly realizes what little life he has outside the office. I loved them both. I loved Liberty’s family. I’m going to go read the first three in this series now!
Check In by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
’d like to start off by saying I work at a financial institution and when I discovered this book I was super interested. I wondered how the robbery would be explained and if it felt real or like a fake robbery you see on tv. The robbery was tastefully explained and not usually how they go but it was heavily implied that the robbers were not sober which would lead to them not thinking about their actions. I really enjoyed how each character was introduced and described. Hearing from both Len and Leanns Inner voice mail was a great way to explain both of their past trauma. Not going heavy into detail but giving little nuggets or Information so that their actions and thoughts came together. I read this entire book on my hour lunch at work and it made me feel like I needed to pick up the rest of their series immediately.. I mean who needs to clock and back into work when they have a lovely story to read?
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Blood Oath: A Friends to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 2) by Amy McKinley. No sure how many can relate but I usually have a bit of a hard time changing to a different couple’s storyline within a series. I just think I fall so hard for one set of characters it takes me a bit of mental break to move on. But I have to say I didn’t have that this time. Don’t get me wrong I’m still totally hooked on book ones characters and they still have my heart in a grip. But this author has a way of just making you so excited to see where the series is heading. And I was definitely eager to get Enzo and Sofia’s story. These two captured my heart just as easily. Their chemistry is everything you need in a story it jumps off the pages and they truly bring the story to life. I highly recommend reading this series in order to get the biggest impact of the overall storyline. It’s well written and everything I was looking for in a book two. Way to hit it way out of the park! So excited to see where this series goes next! Five of the biggest stars I can give! Highly recommended!
Love’s Reverie by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was beautiful! I loved the first one and the second one did not disappoint. Watching Phillip navigate and be the focus was a good way to tie up the story. Definitely need to read them in order!
The love between the two of them is palpable, timeless and transcending. K.G. Fletcher did a beautiful job with this series setting love to music. “Their love was the beginning and the end- of everything.” That is indeed the truth.
Caught in Midnight Shadows by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Caught in Midnight Shadows (the Caught Series Book 4) by Sharleen Scott is a suspense romance story. The suspense is palpable in this game of cat and mouse. I was fully engrossed in this mystery the action and drama had me intrigued and hanging on every word. I enjoy the way Sharleen masterfully weaves the threads putting together each of the pieces that make the story come alive. I also love that the story is told in several POV’s which gives the story that much more richness. I don’t nearly enjoy a book half as much anymore if it’s not told in dual/multiple POV’s. Any way I digress.
Aubrey Chartrand just wants to ride but one sexy stranger enters her world and has her rethinking her decision. But is she now in danger or was she a target all along?
Brant Bellamy has left everything behind to find a murder but he finds that not only himself but one sexy bartender, is in danger.
This series should be on your list and should not to be missed.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I read this book without realizing that there were three others that came before it! It obviously works well as a standalone novel, which is great. Marianne Rice did a fantastic job with this book and the characters and interactions were always the perfect tones. Liberty absolutely had all the spunk of a journalist attempting to advance her career and the youngest sibling in her really stood out on the page. She’s a workaholic – which is evident from the very first chapter. This spoke volumes. She didn’t attempt to hide from her work or blow it off because she met a guy – and that is TRULY appreciated here. Sawyer is the big man at his (and his father’s) company and never takes the time to eat, let alone have a relationship or even a friendship. The fact that he and Liberty get along so well from the start and allowed their interactions to get better over time was heartwarming and made the story that much more believable. I loved the family scenes and appreciated how each individual had their own personality. This book really jumped out in my head like a movie and I respect any author that can make me visualize every page. The secret Santa aspect was unlike any holiday romance novel (or movie) I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying and I look forward to reading more from Ms. Rice in the future.
Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book 1 in this series and I loved it!!
Melody Sterling is the daughter of a Rockstar and as she grew up around that lifestyle she had sworn to never get involved romantically with a Rockstar, that is until she becomes the manager for the rock band Gracefall. Joe Grace is the lead singer of the band and he has always been in love with his best friend Melody and the more he spends with her on the bands tour the more he realises how much she wants him too. Can she continue to fight her attraction for him or will she give up everything she swore she would never want and take their friendship to a different level. I can’t wait to read the next book. This book is steamy as hell.
Ashes of Aldyr by Russell Archey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Russel Archey’s newest novel, “Ashes of Aldyr” is a collection of short stories, all with a dark fantasy vibe, all taking place in the same location, featuring different characters.
The Land of Alda has been torn apart by “The Rupture” and now every town within its boundaries is suffering. The aldyr trees, once magical and powerful, have all but become extinct and no elf, dwarf or human is immune to its destruction. Each one of Archey’s stories features a character (or two) who are dealing with the darkness in their own way- whether it’s fighting it, coping with it or creating it and in this manner, the reader gets to experience the “Rupture” and the cold-hearted, malevolent beings behind its Creation.
“Ashes” has a “A Game of Thrones” or “The Lord of the Rings” vibe, with its mythical creatures and its magical sects. However, the fact that this novel was a collection of stories took away some of its potential sway and power. I did not get a chance to bond with one character over another, and therefore I was not invested in the outcome. The Rupture itself and its Creators were intriguing enough for me to keep reading, as I wanted to know more of those details, but I could not connect to any of the characters.
Archey begins the book with a plethora of fancy, thick and pretty language, and it feels like the beginnings of a poetry novel where nothing of substance is said, but the words are big and long and flowy. Archey gets over this manner of writing rather quickly, thank goodness, and I was able to become more engaged in the novel.
“Ashes” is the first book in “The Obscured Throne Trilogy” and I’m intrigued as to what the other two novels will look like. The ending of “Ashes” gave some hints as to a potential character who could take over a storyline, but to me, the novel was completely wrapped up in one shot, and any further novels would be superfluous (although I’d love to be proven wrong!).
“Ashes of Aldyr” is a dark, fantasy novel full of magi, elves and humans with magical powers that takes place in a land that has seen an epic level of destruction. There are some stories in this novel I enjoyed more than others, and it was these that I wanted more of. I could not relate to any of the characters as I did not get a long enough time with them to bond, but they were all likable on the surface. The environment of Alda is unique and creative, and the writing flows well. Archey’s “Ashes” checks all the boxes of a fantasy novel, and die-hard fans of the genre will definitely enjoy this dark trilogy.
The Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Groomsman starts with Mark and Lauren just having a one night stand. They never wanted to commit yet they both can’t seem to stay away from one another epically as their chemistry is on fire. This book had me giggling throughout it was witty and steamy. Over all I throughly enjoyed it
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Luke by AS Roberts is the fourth book in the Default Distraction series. This is another fantastic addition to this series and probably my favourite one so far. I loved Luke and Nikki! I loved their connection and the pasts that drove them to each other. The ways they were finding to handle it all and the journey that entailed was amazing to read about.
I always enjoy the single parent stories and I loved the way the author handled this one. It felt like such an effortless story that just pulled you in simply by its good writing. This is a brilliant book and a fantastic series. I would highly recommend reading both!
Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m giving this 4 out of 5 stars.
Joe Grace is the drummer in the rock band Gracefall that he found with his brother and two of their friends.
Melody is the daughter of a rock star and vowed to never fall into the lifestyle that destroyed her parents marriage. She is also Joe’s best friend.
When Joe invites Melody to run his tour she accepts because everything else seems like it’s following apart. Just when it seems like things might be looking up, Melody realizes she is falling for her best friend. As they find who they are together, Melody has to decide if she wants love or to follow her dreams.
Victoria Zak’s Rock Me to the Top was a fast, fun read!
While Rock stars aren’t always a trope I lean towards, I am a sucker for friends to lovers so I had to give this a chance! I wasn’t disappointed. The book was very well written, however, I feel that in some places it moved much too quickly. I wish there was more background story for the characters relationships, but watching the progression of these relationships moving throughout the story was definitely well done.
Victoria Zak did a great job with the romance and friendships throughout the story. I’m looking forward to reading book two in the series to see if we get more development and see where we go from here!
Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unlikely To Fit by Ashlie Knapp is the second book in her Parker Lake series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although I would always recommend reading book one first.
Breckin has it all – a great life, great husband. Moving back home is the icing on the cake. Until her perfect husband leaves her for someone else. Broken, and struggling to pick up the pieces Breckin has to find ska way to start over in a town where it is impossible to stay anonymous.
Griffin is used to people looking at him and thinking they know everything. The bike and the tattoos portray one image. However underneath it all Griffin is nothing like his persona. Still grieving from the loss of his girlfriend he concentrates in looking after his grandmother and running his bar.
When Breckin and Griffin start to work together the attraction between them may just be enough to start to heal them both.
I loved reading about these characters. They were so well suited. The story grabbed me from the start and I found that I flew through this book with ease. This series as a whole was the first from the author for me and I am excited to read more.
Born to Fall by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Normally dystopian novels are a hard sell for me. I must admit, after The Handmaid’s Tale, not much else can really top it for me, well that and the last four years of our lives had made it pretty difficult as well. Brittany Anne has done a really good job of making me fall in love with the genre all over again. I really love how she has made it once again believable and passionate with her writing and the characters. I feel for these people and believe they really could exist in the world they are in. I need that escape and really love that Ms. Anne has provided a wonderful one again with book two of the Can’t Resist You series, Born to Fall. I would start with book one because that sets us up with The Resistance and how we got to where we are with the characters and what kind of world we are finding ourselves in as we read and fall in love with a whole new couple as they traverse the adventures and hardships to find that happily ever after you so want them to have. I look forward to seeing what the next installment will bring us.
Review by @lizaileen
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Born to Fall by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Born to Fall (Can’t Resist You – Book 2) by Brittany Anne – Review by Allyson Ware
I absolutely love that we got to know and understand not only Derek and Julia more, but Hayden too. The possibility of this story being or becoming a reality is a serious fear I have. If not just like this, something similar. I honestly would not be surprised. This is one dystopian world that I would not wish to be a part of; it is terrifying to imagine.
If you loved the first book in the series, you will love this one too. I am beyond excited for the next novel. It is going to be so different from the past two, but similar, which I know does not necessarily make much sense. It will make sense, however, when you get the the end of this book. *HINT* : make sure you read the epilogue!
Review by @aware
Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lane Book 2) by Ashlie Knapp is a romance comedy. This is not my first book by this author but I believe it to be my favorite. This is the second book in her Parker Lane series. I highly recommend reading the first book first so that you can enjoy this series for how it was meant to be. I love how this author has the ability to pull me in from the first word of her books. This one is no different, I had a hard time putting it down after I started it. Her attention to details made me feel as if I was right there in the story. Her characters are heart warming and connectable. They took me on an emotional roller that had me laughing to feel compassion. This book is about second chances and learning to trust again. This is about Breckin. She has moved back home with her husband. What she didn’t expect to happen is her life falling apart. Her husband has left her for the head cheerleader. Putting her life back together has been sort of a problem, everyone knows everyone’s business. Then you have Griffen who has a gentle soul. He is a hard worker and will do anything for anyone. What will happen when she agrees to help him give his grandmother a birthday party? They both have pasts with broken hearts but the more time they spend together the more feelings are starting. Will they be able to heal each other’s hearts? Will they learn to put aside their insecurities to let themselves be happy? I enjoyed both of these characters. They have been hurt in the past but I think that this makes their characters stronger. I just wanted to yell at them in parts, telling them to wake up! These two really do belong together and I found myself hoping that they would find their happily ever after. I highly recommend you read this book to find out for yourself what fate has in store for them. Will they get their second chance or will fate have something else in store for them?
Review by @bjwagner
The Groomsman by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Groomsman by MARINA HANNA. This author is newer to me but I’m definitely glad I found her. This story pulled me in so quickly I read it all in one sitting and enjoyed every minute of it. From page one I could feel the connection forming between our main characters. I’m a sucker for a one night stand hopefully becoming more kind of story. There’s plenty of steam in this book but it’s not overwhelming I think the author writes it very well. The characters draw you into their world easily and you’ll barely notice the time passing in the real world. I can’t wait to see where where this author takes readers next. It’s well written and paced nicely never feeling rushed or lacking. Four big stars and highly recommended!
Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this romance story that has a touch of comedy to it. This is an author that I have enjoyed from the first book I have picked up from her. I enjoy being pulled into the story by the characters. Her attention to details give her stories a realistic feel and make the plot pop. This book is no different. It is one of my favorites. This is the second book in this series all though it can be read as a standalone I highly suggest reading the first book as it is just as great if not better. This is a well written story about second chance romance. Nadia has hired a builder that she was determined to never see again. Luke fell for her hard the first time and she made sure he understands that they are not to be. This is where the humor and fate steps into the story. What happens next you don’t want to miss. They have great chemistry and growth throughout the story. I also enjoyed how connectable and what they brought to the story. This is a great story that made me laugh a few times. I highly recommend this book
Review by @bjwagner
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the fourth book in this series which I enjoyed just as much as the previous books. This is an author that I have enjoyed from the first book I picked up of hers. I enjoy being pulled into the story by this author’s use of attention to details and her writing skills. This book is no different. It is a well written story that has characters that are connectable and made the story entertaining to read. It is an engaging story that is fast paced and brought to life. This is Luke and Nikki’s story. Both of them come from backgrounds where their family life is not the best. She is in search of herself when she takes on a nanny job. The problem is she has dreamed about Luke but could she risk a job she needs to be with him? I enjoyed their chemistry and growth throughout the story. They made the story fun to read and just great, strong characters that heat up the pages. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Ashes of Aldyr by Russell Archey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ashes of Aldyr is my first book by Russell Archery. I was instantly drawn to this book by the cover which gave me the dark and slightly spooky vibes that I love during this time of the year, plus I love most dystopian novels. It took me a little while to get into the book as each chapter tells the story of different characters which made it a little difficult for me to connect with them. However, I really enjoyed it and was intrigued by Archery’s style of writing. Overall, the story was engaging and unique!
Ashes of Aldyr by Russell Archey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
First I just want to say…WOW. This read came onto my plate at the perfect time for a dark and menacing read during the spooky season. I don’t typically read dark fantasy, but this book seemed to whisper to me in a way I simply couldn’t resist. Ashes of Aldyr by Russell Archey was unexpectedly gripping from the beginning through the end, I seriously couldn’t put it down.
The reader gets transported through several different character perspectives, each one not only haunting but also very well developed. I found myself lost in their tales.
Russell did an amazing job putting you right there in the world of Alda…hang on, because as you read you may find your spine tingling with fear right alongside the humans, dwarves, and elves of Alda.
Caught in Midnight Shadows by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great romance story thats fast paced. I really enjoyed it because it has a mixture of romance, danger, murder and suspense. The characters are really well written and they really make the story come alive.
Brent is on a mission. After his mum passed a away in mysterious circumstances, Brent is now on the hunt for person who made his mother make the change in her will. This man conned her and Brent is on a mission to find out why. What he doesn’t expect is to meet Aubrey.
Aubrey is finally free. After her aunt passed away she is free to take to the road and do something her and her aunty always wanted to do. She is all set to leave and not look back. That is until she meets Brent.
Both of them have suffered great loss in their lives which draws them together but with a peeping Tom seemingly victimising Audrey and someone out to destroy Brent and his family, is their connection strong enough to withstand all that is thrown at them and build on their love. Or will the danger drag them apart forever.
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book 4 and it hasn’t lost its steam! A.S. Roberts seriously is amazing. Excellent writing, amazing stories and this series gets even better and better! The story of Luke and Nikki was just another story I couldn’t put down. The plot was great as always, and the story just flows so nicely, with all the ups and downs and twists and turns you just can’t stop flipping the pages and before you know it you’re done and looking for the next! If you’re even a little bit curious just go now and get all of the Default Distraction series! You won’t be disappointed!
Cade by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A.S. Roberts has done another incredible job with this series. The story of Cade was another amazing addition. She writes so beautifully and her stories are all so well thought out. The flow is addicting and exciting and makes you hang on ever word, flipping pages quickly so you can see what’s going to happen next! This story was one I just couldn’t seem to get enough of and all of her characters have so much depth and background without it being too much info. Sexy, fun, and another ending that didn’t disappoint! Get it now and don’t stop there! Get ALL the Default Distraction Series!
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The second book of the Mafia Elite series did some serious justice. Sofia and Enzo stole my heart and captured my attention in such a great way! The plot was equally as incredible as book one and it just had me enraptured. A mixture of the perfect amounts of suspense, romance, and thrill. This was a true joy to read and I simply couldn’t put it down. I truly can’t wait to see what else this author comes up with because she is one of the greats!!!
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ahhh Luke – I haven’t fallen in love with a character like this one for such a long time – he is definitely book boyfriend material! I loved the other books in the series but there was just something about Luke that had me swooning over him from the very beginning! I love his devotion to his daughter; she clearly means everything to him and that comes through so much in this story. Brielle, she was just the cutest and I loved reading about her!! I really liked Nikki, and I just knew as soon as she became involved with Luke that she was going to fall for him – who wouldn’t!! I absolutely loved them together, a genuine chemistry and such a wonderful couple. There were definitely some emotional moments in the story as well as angst and more!
I think it’s safe to say Ms Roberts saved the best band member until last and I am gutted there are no more! I have loved this series and would highly recommend it to others!
Love’s Reverie by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I adored the first book in this duet and couldn’t wait to get started on the second part and it didn’t disappoint at all. I love this author’s writing, it’s just so easy to read and her characters are amazing. Phillip and Kat’s story continues in this book and as soon as I started reading, I was right back with them. The authors descriptive language was wonderful and I could imagine the time periods I was reading about. I was definitely on the edge of my seat at some parts of the story just wanting to know if these two would make it. Again, as with the first book because of the authors planning I wasn’t confused at all – it was a smooth and seamless read.
This has been a wonderful duet and I have loved every second of it – I would 100% recommend it.
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Every time I finish a book by this author, I say it’s my favourite that is until I start the next one! Blood Oath was an amazing read – from start to finish I was completely captivated by what I was reading. After finishing book 1 I was really excited for Sofia and Enzo’s story. They feature in book 1 but this is their story and what a story it was. Full of twists and turns, action and excitement I couldn’t turn the pages quick enough. I would highly recommend reading book 1 first as you begin to see in this book how these characters stories are going to become interconnected. I love the way this author does that; she is a very talented author!
