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Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3)Merry Christmas, Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh I love a good holiday read! This is the third book in this series but can be read as a standalone.
We follow Riley and Mitch and Riley’s son Dylan. Neither of them are looking for love but seems fate has other plans (doesn’t she always) .

I really enjoyed catching up with the others from the series so far and getting to know Mitch more.
This author sure knows how to paint a picture with words I felt like I was right there watching it all happen in real time.

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Melt My Heart (North Fork Series Book 3) by Alicia Street – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Melt My HeartMelt My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really great book. I love when we get to see their pets and this one is because of a dog who brings 2 people together.

Wynter is trying to save a stray and catches the eye of Caleb with her amazing hair but also her patience. As these 2 take a chance on each other they learn they have another connection with a man who has passed.
I loved how this story unfolded I was engaged from start to finish.

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Wondogfilled (Boys Unboxed) by Dr. Kimberlie Harris – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. (Boys Unboxed)Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Vanishing Day (Logan McKenna Series Book 4) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Vanishing Day: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Logan Book 4 (Logan McKenna Series)Vanishing Day: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller Logan Book 4 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another great read of Logan, and her suspenseful intriguing seems to always be where the action happens series. This time thou the book hit me a little too hard I think, as someone who has been in the situation as her neighbour with spousal abuse it took me a little bit longer to read then I hoped for. the information on the psychology and mental and how hard these situations can be very true, and I had fond myself putting this book down quite a bit. Getting out of that type of situation is hard and I loved how Logan is so helpful to Lori because so many times people just urn and walk away. The love Logan had for Lori and her daughter was very heart warming. This book was very well written and the way the characters are so well developed in this one was great. This book did keep my attention thou and held me till the end. I can’t wait to read the next one.

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

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

I absolutely love how this author makes these books that you could read them as stand alone and not have to read them in order. Even thou there are probably parts that would be clearer if reading the books before, but you won’t feel too lost doing so. This was another great book with Logan and her challenges of being involved in murder and crime. This book really made a great informative story with sea otters that I found very enjoyable. I was hooked right from the beginning just like the others and couldn’t get enough of these stories. Logan is a strong willed, smart, string, courageous women. This book was filled with suspense, mystery, drama, secrets and so much more, that it kept me intrigued the whole time. I felt like I was constantly on the edge of my seat reading this. Really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to drive into the next one.

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Melt My Heart (North Fork Series Book 3) by Alicia Street – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Melt My HeartMelt My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An entertaining and engaging contemporary romance which had me captivated throughout. This heartwarming romance features a mysterious letter, a secret history shared and a loveable rescued mutt. Both Wynter and Caleb have given up on love but that was before they had met each other. Wynter used to think of herself as a female Robin Hood, as a professional fundraiser working for nonprofits she enjoyed schmoozing with wealthy people, in order to talk them into donating their money to good causes. However, having fallen for a charming liar both her heart and her career were shattered, and she’s now sworn off all men. Meanwhile, Ex-Navy SEAL Caleb is fine with one night stands but he’s not looking for love. Following his last military tour, he feels that parts of him are dead, including his heart and he’s done with trying to be anyones hero. So he now makes big money selling high priced yachts and having easy flings with women. Then Wynter and Caleb meet and suddenly love is an option after all. Both Caleb and Wynter are likeable and relatable characters and I loved their developing relationship throughout the story. Each book in the series can be read as a standalone story.

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Forest Park: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Forest Park: Logan Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series)Forest Park: Logan Book 2 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love how this author makes these books that you could read them as stand alone and not have to read them in order. Event thou there are probably parts that would be clearer if reading the books before, but you won’t feel too lost doing so. This was another great book with Logan and her challenges of being involved in murder and crime. Logan is a strong willed, smart, string, courageous, women and really makes you think she could kick some a** if she had too. This book was filled with suspense, mystery, drama, secrets and so much more, that it kept me intrigued the whole time. I felt like I was constantly on the edge of my seat reading this. Really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to drive into the next one.

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Shattered: Logan Book 1 (The Logan McKenna Series) – Review By Jennifer Reimer

Shattered: Logan Book 1 (The Logan McKenna Series)Shattered: Logan Book 1 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very suspenseful murder mystery that I really enjoyed reading. This story had to from the beginning, and it really was enjoyable to know what was going to happen throughout the book. This book I did feel was missing something thou, I really like how this strong-willed woman takes a strong lead in the story. Logan can be a really related character and even with normal things like glassblowing was very interesting. Logan is trying to pick her life up from what happened with her husband and putting it all together that things all of a sudden feel like they might just get worse. But with her determination and never-ending investigation this book really had some twists and turns and was very entertaining to read. great book for a first book in the series I do hope I learn more about Logan in the next books.

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I don’t know what I expected when I picked up this book but I was not disappointed. This book was such a good read

Olivia is attending her ex husbands wedding. In the effort of not showing up alone, her kids convince her she needs to take a fake date. She does no expect Roman. At all. Olivia just needs to remind herself that no matter how great it’s going, it’s not real. It can’t be. Or at least Olivia is sure it can’t be. As the week progresses, Olivia and Roman grow closer. What happens when the island vibes end and reality sneaks in?

Olivia is such a relatable character. I’m not sure I’ve read any other book where the heroine battles menopause and all of the things that come with it but it was so relatable and real. Both characters were very well written. I was pulled into the story and couldn’t put it down!

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Trish Ann

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this installment of this book series. It was good to have Becky be the focus. I appreciated Glen and thought he tried to make things right in life. There were certain tones that I found easy to connect with which helped the storyline. This was a good installment to the series and could be read as a standalone.

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Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Katie Turner

Unclutter: A Survivor's Story (Inner Voice, #1)Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story by Winnie D. Pagora
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story, by Winnie D Pagora, is a story that will make you really be inside all of your emotions. The novel centers around an eighteen year old girl, Tina, who is navigating life as best she can with deep-seated trauma. Many traumatic themes play a role here, but I didn’t feel like it was over-the-top or unbelievable. These subject matters addressed are things that really happen to people and my heart broke so many times. The author writes beautifully, perfect pacing and characters were very well developed. It made it easy to really connect with them. Despite the sad topics, this is an absolutely beautiful story and I am so thankful that I read it. I recommend to anyone. These topics deserve more spotlight.

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Angela Shirley

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are back on the Bennetts Farm and Becky is lost in her world, loving the role she plays within the family and with her cooking show growing all the time she feels she is missing something in life. With her brothers meeting the loves of there lives she feels she wants what they have and have a family of her own but the only thing is she is attracted to the wrong man.

Glen has been through a lot in his life, but not with sobriety he is trying to make a mends for all the heartbreak and destruction he has caused along the way but god is playing a serious trick on him and he has an attraction to the one woman he can’t have or can he. Becky has always been the kind soul and sunshine but can he be enough for her and can he get past the family he has caused so much pain.

But, when something happens that drives Becky away, Glen takes off after her and with none of her family around and just to two of them can they acted on the attraction that has been bubbling for a while or will they both feel they have betrayed her family.

I love this serious and you made us wait for Becky’s story you tinker, but it was worth waiting for. In all the other books Becky has always intrigued me and he story was beautiful and heart-breaking in parts. This can be read as a stand alone story as the author brings past history forward so you don’t lose any back story.

Glen’s character was heart-breaking and brilliant all in one, to see how he cares for Becky and truly shows the love he has for her is beautiful to read, the journey he has gone through is remarkable and Becky is the perfect partner to grow the love he has in his hear.

The story as always is well written and flows just wonderfully through the story, I hope there are more stories to come in this series as I am not ready to let go of Langston Falls.

The Inquisitor (WaterFyre Rising Book 4) by Nadia Han – Review by Angela Shirley

The Inquisitor (WaterFyre Rising, #4)The Inquisitor by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forrest is a successful Doctor, the top in his field but what is under the calm persona is a man fired up for revenge of his family. With his search for the last member of the most dangerous gang who wreck his world, but he does not know this may will put someone who becomes special to him in the firing line.

Kiera has just finished a photography job and is on her way to Texas to start another one, but when she goes out with friends she meets him, the attraction is like lightening in the air but when things take a turn and Kiera is kidnapped she becomes lost and scared, but there is a beacon of light when in the crowd of the auction she spots him, Forrest her knight come to recuse her.

Can there relationship grow when she does not really understand the handsome man in front of her?

Oh my lord, what a story. I have read all the other WaterFyre Rising books and all are brilliant but this just seems a bit more dark and thrilling. As I have read the other books this is not a requirement for you to enjoy this book as it ca be read as a stand alone story but I recommend reading the others for your enjoyment.

This story takes you more into Forrest’s mind and vendetta against the criminals who murdered his family and does go dark more than the other stories, but adds more shadow into the story. The relationship between Forrest and Kiera is soft and slow at the beginning but once they get to know each other it ignites into a passionate chemistry between the two.

The story is told in dual POV which also adds a layer to the story as you get to understand both feelings and anxiety with each other. Kiera is a great strong female and I feel she just grows more as the story goes on, although we get a hint of Forrest in the other books it is great to read his story and that he finds a happy ending in the end.

The story as always is well written and such fast pace that you hardly notice that you are half way through in the middle of the night lol. I love the style and the characters are rich and although there are some topics which you may feel its hard to read the author writes with respect and care which just adds to the story and injection compassion.

Thank you for this wonderful insight into the friend again, fingers crossed there is another book in this series.

Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite Book 7) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashly Renner

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

Wow! This series will forever be one of my favorites. Love Shane and Winter. Isla Vaughn definitely knows how to hit you right in the feels and not stop. So many emotions with this one. I don’t want this series to end!

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters)My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Big Red Monster is part of the Giants and Monsters collection, but they don’t have to be read together. I normally love the authors books, and while this book was cute, it is not one of my favorites. The main character has a monster under her bed, but her brother doesn’t believe her. After having her monster help with chores, she sends him over to her brother’s room. Guess he will learn first hand the monster is real! The book is short, and geared toward preschool/young elementary. My son is 7 and I would say that’s about the max age for engagement. The illustrations are wonderful and bright and detailed. I loved the slobber dripping from the monster on one of the pages.

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Daryian Lucas

Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5
I have two kids and a dog and this book was perfect for them. It’s so well written and the rhymes are really catchy. Definitely recommend.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by April McCoy

The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Belinda Williams delivers festive romance on a silver platter. I can always guarantee when inread a book who’s main character is down on their luck, it’s going to captivate me. This book was ready wrapped in a blanket with the fireplace going and it was perfection. Funnily enough I have been obsessed with watching Bondi rescue so I was up for this Australian vacation love whirlwind. I didn’t want it to end but it was good all through. I enjoyed the drama of the story line and the roll with it attitude of the fmc. Good read!!

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Whisper Creek (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Mandy Ott

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

Valerie Davisson delivers another great Logan McKenna thriller. Back in Oregon at The New School, Logan discovers a dead body. This woman keeps finding herself in the middle of the flames! This book has the same believable, realistic, perfectly imperfect characters from the previous books and you can’t help but feel connected to them. The Oregon forest comes to life with the vivid world building Davisson brings to the table. I could almost smell the pine needles and hear the owl calling. Whisper Creek was full of the same twists and turns I have come to expect from Valerie Davisson, and I absolutely love it! This book kept me second-guessing myself about who I thought the murderer was. I can’t wait to read more!

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by Michelle Austin

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

This was a great 5 star read. My emotions were all over the place. I really liked Con and Jessica, you could feel their connection coming off the pages. The author’s writing pulled me right in and I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was coming next. Will Jessica finally get her happiness or will fate make the choice for her? Overall this was a great novella. I was happy with the story and I finished it all in one sitting since I didn’t want to put it down. If you are looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Nina Maes

This is a great read. It has a little of everything from mystery, suspense, drama and a sparkle of romance. This a medium too fast read, it will take a minute to draw you in but once you’re there it’s hard to put down. I recommend to all readers who likes to escape back in time. Looking forward to reading more from this author.The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great read. It has a little of everything from mystery, suspense, drama and a sparkle of romance. This a medium too fast read, it will take a minute to draw you in but once you’re there it’s hard to put down. I recommend to all readers who likes to escape back in time. Looking forward to reading more from this author.

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Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by April McCoy

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

This book surprised the heck out of me. Wow wow wow. I enjoyed this so much! Such a intrigue filled and creative book. I haven’t read a boom in this trope in so long and it’s because I haven’t found any that held my attention but this book gave as good as it gets. The characters were so well plotted and I loved learning them. Cannot wait to find more from this author because she put me on one heck of a ride with Shadow Bringer.

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Wolfbane (Wolfbane Series Book 1) by Celia Hart – Review by Cindy Rushin

Wolfbane (Wolfbane #1)Wolfbane by Celia Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. The intertwining stories of the two couples was well written and real. I loved meeting Jasmine, Blake, Lucy , and Luke. I really liked the fact that we were able to see the story from each of their perspectives, therefore getting more of a visual on the story. It was a realistic portrayal of finding love and the drama that can happen in that journey. I look forward to reading the next installment of this series.

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Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Robin Rankin

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4)

I loved Becky and Glen so much and was cheering for them from the beginning. Everyone deserves a second chance, but Glen was lucky they gave it to him after the history they all share.

I get that Becky is the baby of the family and older brothers are supposed to be super protective but I think the Bennett boys took it too far.

So many little details that are minor individually but together they add depth to the story and characters.

I have read several if not all of the books by Ms. Fletcher and have not been disappointed or left wanting more from that couple.

I’m hoping that there will be at least one more after the next one is released. Love knowing how everything turns out and there is one character I hope gets a chance to find love.

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Tausha Treadway

Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay. I love this series sooo much! Each book is just better and better. This is the story of Alice who has never felt at home anywhere she’s ended up and Buckeye Falls is no different. Alice’s family has been a pillar of Buckeye falls and her brother has been nothing but a great guy so Alice has been labeled the wild child or the flaky one. She has had to move back to Buckeye Falls and in with her parents until she can figure out her life. James was a big city guy until his world blew up due to a very public very ugly divorce so he moves to Buckeye Falls to start over. Everything is going good except for he has lost his creative drive and that is bad considering he is a painter.When he meets Alice all of that creativity comes back. Alice likes James but is not ready for a relationship so they decide to fake a relationship to please everyone. What they didn’t expect was actually getting feelings for each other. Read this fun small town romance! You will love it!

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Tracker (The Talisman Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Tausha Treadway

Tracker (The Talisman Series)Tracker by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tracker (The Talisman Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson. This is the 6th installment in the Tailsman series but actually is a prequel so I think it should be read before the others. This is the story of Lynette and Riley who are trying to find their mate before a certain age. When Lynette goes to a party with her friends as does Riley and his friends. When they meet they know automatically they are mates but never dreamed it would happen so fast. The Gods wanted them to meet quickly but Morrigan will stop it if at all possible. Lynette doesn’t know what her skill is just yet and has to fight quickly. Riley is already a skilled warrior and has no problem in the battle and is ready to protect Lynette at all costs. Lynette figures out her place is to be with Riley at all times. The story ends with Lynette finding out what her skill is and how to use it along with Riley being by her side. Such a great love story!

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Melissa Saxton

Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid's Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great book for dog lovers and for kids afraid of dogs. Kids don’t always know the finer intricacies of dog behavior and this book Brilliantly points out when and how to approach dogs and when to leave them be, and how to be friendly to a dog and have the safest interaction. Great book for kids 4 to 8 and would highly reccomend it as a book In a home thinking about getting a dog! Well done

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Melissa Saxton

My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another wonderful children’s book by this author!
Follow a little girl who is afraid of the big red monster under her bed and what’s worse no one believes her! Until one day she meets the monster and realizes that the monster isn’t so scary after all! They embark on an adventure together and even deal with a bully!
What a fun story for kids afraid of that monster under their bed!

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Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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

This book was an incredible read that left me wanting more. I really enjoyed it so much that I couldn’t read it fast enough it felt like. The Main character CeCe was unique. Solving Crimes with her father but also has responsibility towards the dead being a Necromancy. This book was super fun to read, and I really hope there is more to come. The twists and turns in this book really had me wanting to know what was going to happen next. The characters were hard not to either cheer for or hate or love. And I really loved the New Orleans feel to this book, I have never been there, and this book made it seem so real. This is a wonderful paranormal mystery with necromancy, crime and investigation, supernatural, suspense, voodoo, drama, twists and turns, humour, and so much more. Highly recommend this book.

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My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale – Review by Candida Hopper

My Murder YearMy Murder Year by Kate Larkindale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quick and enjoyable read. It took me a few pages to get into the story but once I did I became invested. Stas is a girl just trying to get through her teenage years like the rest of them until tragedy strikes. Stas’s world turns upside down when she finds her mom murdered. It seems all the adults think they know best. This story has drama, romance, angst, loss, suspense, and great characters. Stas just wants to spend more time with Zane but she doesn’t know what her future is going to look like. Will she find out who killed her mom? Will she be able to stay living with Mama K? These are the answers you will want when reading this story. I recommend this book.

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Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Tausha Treadway

Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3)Merry Christmas, Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Merry Christmas, Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 3) by Elsa Winckler. If you need a book to get you into the Christmas spirit this one will do just that. Its the 3rd book in the Miller’s of Marietta series and can be read as a standalone. This is the story of Riley who is a single mom that lives Portland away from her family in the small town of Marietta, Montana. Its really hard not having any help or support close by but she has always managed. When she returns home around Christmas for a family wedding she realizes how she misses her family. When she meets Mitch the grumpy brother of the bride she wants no part of him. She ends up dancing with him to get away from another guy and the sparks are instant. When she returns home to Portland she realizes she left her heart in Montana. When her aunt calls sick she returns and she tries to forget about Mitch but her son really likes him and so does she if she’s being honest. Read this sweet Christmas romance to find out what happens.

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