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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Sheri Schrader

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Paranormal shifters, deliciously described food, and romance bring a great combination to this new series. This is a new author to me and I was pleasantly surprised by the story and world-building. I enjoyed the incorporation of Maori food and mythology. Also, the main characters Ember and Austin were a wonderful couple that I wanted to see have the best of lives. I really enjoyed the story and want to try some of the food described. I’m excited because this was the first book in a series and look forward to reading more in this series.

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Piasa by Maggie Adams – Review by Erica Shoebridge

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Piasa is a compelling story that I enjoyed. I had trouble keeping the characters straight at first as there seemed to be a lot of information at once. Likely this is because I didn’t read the previous books in the series. It did become clear, and I was glad that I stuck around. The writing flows very well, and the story had a good arc. Delta is a wonderful character, a shaman with a beautiful heart, but troubled by the visions she receives from her spirit guides. She wants to do what is right, but the spiritual elders are giving her information that seems to clash with her morals and what she knows of the world. There are lots of interesting characters, dragons, sha(wo)men, dragons, vampires… lots of magical beings to get your imagination in overdrive. A good read for fantasy lovers.

Reviewed by @ericalorraine
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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book really brought on the intrigue, and was a great joy to read! I had a lot of fun from the engagement of the characters. It kept me interested and was a smooth read from start to finish. I had not read the previous books, but now I know I will be doing just that! This was a delightful read! I m very happy I got to enjoy this wonderful book!

I really loved how this book really brought the hands of destiny to the table. You can not avoid what is really meant to be or what is meant to happen! In this case a meet based upon fate was what was unavoidable. You can only prolong a encounter for so long, Delta and Jax quickly learned this from my point of view. They both were strong independent characters who could stand their ground very well and I really enjoyed reading about them and how they handled themselves as well as situations!

The story and events that happened were wonderfully and visually done. The author knew exactly what they were doing as they planned this story and book, I loved it truly and had a great joy as I read through. There were surprises and cute moments as well! Wonderful read, very much loved this book!

The book and its writing was pleasant and unique. Things did not go the way I expected as I read on through, but I very much enjoyed the adventure of its self! I will be sure reading the prior books and see what adventures I shall enjoy in them! Wonderful read and highly recommend this book and author!

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by lydia pelton

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was so good! It had everything you needed: romance, magic, and food. Ember and Austin just make your heart happy. It was so amazing watching their story overcome obstacles in the way! My mouth was watering at all the recipes. I need to be able to make them myself! This was such a great start to the series. I can’t wait to read more!

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Piasa (The Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams–Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author. I enjoyed reading this book. I did not read the first two books but I am definitely going to. I loved how realistic this book felt. I felt myself drawn into the story. I was taken on an adventure and loved it.

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel, was beautiful and wonderful all in the same structure of all it could be. The story and visionary effects it was able to give was beyond what the ordinary universe could normally give such a effect of! I really loved how this book has taken off! I will be wanting and needing to read the next installments in the series to see what is to happen to my beloved characters next! This novel was full of Amazement!

For me having very high interest in Tales and stories labeled as Myths, this story truly spoke to me and drew me in , and I mean it really did, entire body and soul! I could not get enough of the effects and the story that had taken flight and shaped the plot as it did! The story line was full of intrigue. I could not get enough of Ember, and her story and who she was! She was a character you do not forget about, and you truly feel for her, and only want her to get the life she deserves! She was very admirable!

Ember I knew had secrets and was mysterious in her own ways, I was very enlightened as I learned some truths, and I do feel strongly I will learn more as the series continues. I have so many questions! I was very much engulfed by the magic of this book. I also enjoyed Austin and who he was, I feel the flames between him and Ember are not ready to fizz out anytime soon! They were magical together! I loved the author and their ability to write this beautiful, capitating, and very in depth story! Loved it!

The story is off to a wonderful start, the power and magic this book possess is truly unlike many I have read. Its different, in a good captivating way. The author has put together a wonderful start to a series, and I am very curious to where and how things will happen next, what truths and other things will the story unfold? This is a must read, no doubt about it! Highly recommend this amazing novel and author!

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Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

Practically Pagan - An Alternative Guide to Magical LivingPractically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book just kinda jumped off the shelf at me. Not because I am pagan and not because I want to be pagan, but rather because I am always interested in someone else’s point of view regardless if I agree with it or not. I actually ended up enjoying it. Believe it or not there are some really great life lessons in this book. Definitely things I needed to be reminded to do in my daily life and that really are not just about magical abilities. Such as slow
Down. We are always in hurry and we often forget to just stop and enjoy the beauty of something even in the midst of a scary, sad or
dark situation you can almost always find beauty. When we intentionally slow down and look for that beauty our lives become richer and our world becomes a little more attractive. Overall I give this book five stars because it really does have a lot of wisdom in it that I believe a large percentage of today’s societies could use to bring peace and tranquillity back to every day life.

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Kerry Baker

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great start to a new series. The story is an interesting and well written story that holds your attention from the start. However, for me, it is the characters that really make the story. They have auch a strong connection right from the start and i found they were the ones that caught my attention.
This is a new author to me but I enjoyed the pace of the book. She knew when to push the story forward but also when to hold it back for the sake of progression.
This is an enjoyable story that I would definitely recommend.

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Angela Hayes

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Piasa is the third book in The Legends series by Maggie Adams. It is another intriguing paranormal romance, with shifters, magic, mystery, drama, emotion, chemistry, interesting quirky characters, shamans, sorceresses, vampires, soul mates, secrets, danger, tension, intrigue, mystery, suspense, and wonderful world building.
What happens when two worlds collide. One a beautiful shaman and the other a rare and powerful dragon shifter. Fate is about to take them on the adventure of a lifetime. The author had me at dragon shifter- the rest was a wonderful bonus!
I am definitely hooked on this series now and am looking forward to Book #4!
Happy reading.

Thank you, Maggie Adams!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Edie Kelleher

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

love a good shifter book and this one definitely met my expectations. Could be read as a standalone, but I would recommend reading the series from the start. Delta and Jax are both extremely likable characters, and I felt they had great chemistry. The author has done a great job of world building and plot writing, pulling me into the story and wanting more. Cant wait to see what comes next in this series!

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Carrie Reed

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 stars!

I did not read the first 2 books in the series but, I would definitely recommend reading them to get some background on what is going on. I can say I still enjoyed this book. I love to see dragon shifters, because most of the time it’s wolves or bears. Delta and Jax are lovely together, I really enjoyed watching Jax toy with the emotion that Delta couldn’t be his soulmate because she is a shaman, but his reoccurring dreams featuring her, and a chance meeting while saving her from a sorceress cements the reality that they are destined to be together. They work together to defeat the most powerful vampire and along the way the love between them sparks. Their romance is steamy and sweet. I look forward to seeing more of them.

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites. This is the third book in this series which I highly suggest reading the previous books to help enhance not only your enjoyment of this series but also this author. I enjoy this author’s writing style as well as her attention to details. Her stories are realistic and hard to put down. This book is no different. This is a well written story about Delta and Jackson. She is a shop owner and shaman and is about to take an adventure of her life. He thinks that he has returned home to die until he meets her. This is where the story takes on soul mates, secrets and destiny. You don’t want to miss what happens next with these two. They are great strong characters that are creative and made the story come to life. They pulled me into the story and took me on a nonstop adventure. This is a great book that is worth the pick up for sure. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this paranormal-shifter story. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed her writing style and her attention to details. This is the first book in this series and I look forward to seeing what is next in this series. I enjoyed being pulled into the story by the characters. They are connectable, strong and creative. They truly brought the story to life for me. I enjoyed their growth as well as the growth of the plot throughout the story. This is a story about secrets and acceptance. Ember is a great character and my favorite of the story. Ember and Austin’s chemistry made the story entertaining to read. What will happen between these two? When secrets are no longer hidden, will these two find their way to each other? I really enjoyed this book and it is worth the pick up. I highly recommend this book.

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Jenni Bishop

Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As with the other books in this series this is a paranormal shifter story and an interesting read. It can be read as a standalone, but you should start from the beginning. It had everything I love to keep me engaged. With shifters – dragons and vampires, evil sorceress and magic, mystery and drama, and quirky characters there is so much to enjoy in this book. Add in a little mystery, action and danger, some romance and passion and you are ready for an afternoon delight of getting lost in the story and the world the author has created.
Her destined soulmate is of the rarest form of shifter but to save mankind she has to do the unthinkable. He has nothing left but to die. However, he soon learns that fate has led him the most perfect gift. Now if only they can convince her to claim her destiny.
Reviewed by @jennadb

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Jenni Bishop

Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A unique and beautiful tale that has all the right ingredients to make you fall in love with the characters. It is steeped in Maori myths and folklore, and a little magic and traditional Maori dishes to make your mouth water. The author paints a vivid and enchanting picture that is easily imagined.
Mysterious and dangerous secrets have long reaching consequences that haunt the beautiful Ember so is she ready to share this with the man fate has brought in to her life.
This paranormal fantasy romance is book one of a quartet and is sweet and light.
Reviewed by @jennadb

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams
Genre – Paranormal, romance, native American folklore
Page Count – 157 pages
Cover Designer – Maria Vickers

Delta Malone, shaman, shop owner and unbeknownst to her, destined soulmate of the rarest dragon, is about to embark on the greatest adventure of her life – she will attempt to pit the most powerful vampire against the fiercest dragon in an effort to control her own destiny and prevent the elimination of mankind.
Jackson Thibeadoux, the last of the great Piasa Bird Dragons, has come home to die. Or at least, that what he thinks until he meets the beautiful, soulful, Delta, saves her from an evil sorceress, and realizes she is his fated mate. He knows she has secrets, but it’s nothing he can’t handle, right? After all, he’s the fiercest dragon of all time with the most powerful friends in the shifter world.
But when he learns his soulmate’s secret, it’s up to him and his friends to convince her to throw caution to the wind and damn her destiny in favor of love, or else all of them are doomed.

~ AMAZON ~

 

 

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International bestselling author Maggie Adams lives in St. Louis, Missouri with her husband, two kids, and four of the sweetest, smartest, and most talented grandchildren ever to grace God’s green earth.  She began writing at a young age, concentrating on creative writing of poetry, short stories, and comics. It wasn’t until she read her first historical romance novel at the age of fourteen that she found the romance genre gave wings to her writing soul. She finds humor in everyday life, as her books often reflect, and believes in happy ever afters, no matter what the circumstances.

Her first novel, Whistlin’ Dixie, debuted in the top 100 of several book lists and made the tiny town of Grafton, Illinois, a reader’s romantic escape. There are five more books available in the series: Leather and Lace, Something’s Gotta Give, Love, Marriage & Mayhem, Forged in Fire, and Cold as Ice. She also released a companion cookbook featuring the recipes from the series as well as tried and true comfort food from generations past entitled, The Coalson Cookbook of Memories.

In addition to the Tempered Steel series, she is the author of the spinoff paranormal romance series, Legends. The first novel, Legends: Catori, garnered her recognition in the USA Today’s Happily Ever After section of Lifestyles. Legends: Kermode, followed in 2019 and Legends: Piasa is coming in 2021 along with the final book, Legends: Amarok, is coming 2022.

In 2019, Maggie also began releasing her over-forty series, Hell on Heels. The first two books in the series, Minx and Jinxed are widely available. Look for Sphynx, the next book in the series, to be released in Fall of 2022.

She has collaborated on several charitable anthologies and has enriched older stories into stand-alone novels, including her women’s erotica bundle, Lustful Legacy.

You can sign up for her FREE newsletter to keep in touch, find events and signings for the year and get exclusive sneak peeks into works in progress! www.maggieadamsbooks.com

She’s also been known to gift books randomly. Feel free to stalk her at these sites!

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The hellspawn have emerged as the true enemy of the vampires and lycans.
Old enemies are now allies, and the power dynamics of a new allied forces tentative, as the vampires and lycans create a new army to fight a threat they never knew existed.
Magic has re-emerged to take its place in the fight for freedom, and secrets begin to erode as the truth is revealed. Danger stalks Tasha and Levi since they are the key to unlock the last of the mysteries. Can they uncover the true origin of their species before its too late to save them from the hellspawn?
An ancient power returns and his revelations could destroy everything they believed was true. Tasha and Levi are stronger together, but evil is determined to keep them apart. They need to put their faith in the strength of their fated connection to find each other in their darkest hour.

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace

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Genre – Shifter Romance, Romantic Fantasy, Paranormal Romance
Page Count – 240 pages

Ember Ngata only wants two things out of life: to be reunited with her sisters, and to see people return to her café. Catering to people she never sees again, she experiences a loneliness that can’t be filled. As one of the last Whakamanu—a descendant of the Maori bird-god Tane—she holds on to the secrets of her decimated tribe. Family first.
Gourmet TV personality and host of the popular show Back Road Eats, Austin Garten needs more in his life than Breadbasket America grilling. He’s tired of the safe routes and the easy and dependable foods his network loves to display. When his RV breaks down in Wyoming, and he learns about Kai, a Maori restaurant outside of Casper, his interest is piqued. Once he meets the proprietor, he realizes wants more than just her food. He wants her.
The Solstice, the Maori New Year, is fast approaching, and with the heat in her kitchen ratcheting up, Ember realizes she can’t keep her secret for much longer. But will Austin be able to accept her? Or will her secret drive them apart?

~ AMAZON ~

 

 

 

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Catherine Peace has been telling stories for as long as she could remember. She often blames two things for her forays into speculative fiction—Syfy (when it was SciFi) channel Sundays with her dad and The Island of Dr. Moreau by HG Wells. She graduated in 2008 from Northern Kentucky University with a degree in English and is still chasing the dream of being super rich and famous, mostly so she can sit around in her PJs all day and write stories. Catherine currently lives on a farm in South Carolina. E-I-E-I-O.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by lydia Pelton

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. This was incredibly written. It was one of my first m/m fantasy reads and it did not disappoint at all. Everything was so detailed and pieced together so beautifully. From the cultural perspective of Archeron , an outcast shifter typer, because of his calling to usher the dead. Errapel is so wonderful and I just fell in love with them both so much. They came from two separate worlds but their hearts called them to each other despite what the laws and people said. Oh my word this was amazing and definitely needed more.

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Genre – Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy
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The hellspawn have emerged as the true enemy of the vampires and lycans.
Old enemies are now allies, and the power dynamics of a new allied forces tentative, as the vampires and lycans create a new army to fight a threat they never knew existed.
Magic has re-emerged to take its place in the fight for freedom, and secrets begin to erode as the truth is revealed. Danger stalks Tasha and Levi since they are the key to unlock the last of the mysteries. Can they uncover the true origin of their species before its too late to save them from the hellspawn?
An ancient power returns and his revelations could destroy everything they believed was true. Tasha and Levi are stronger together, but evil is determined to keep them apart. They need to put their faith in the strength of their fated connection to find each other in their darkest hour.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie

Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie is a M/M / Paranormal Romance that I absolutely loved reading. I was pulled in from the beginning and even though it’s a very short read I couldn’t put it down. I’m a huge fan of this author and her style of writing simply amazes me. This is a short story about Acheron who is a vulture shifter and he cares for the souls of the dead . Then there’s Errapel and he nurses the souls head to death. But because of the law Acheron is not allowed to take a mate. Will that be enough to keep them apart? Find out what happens next. I want more ,more ,more. I have so many questions that need answers so I’m praying there is more to come and this was just a little teaser. I highly recommend reading this wonderfully written short story by a wonderful author.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tina Vega

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first story from this author, and I will be reading more! It is a paranormal M/M romance. It is a quick read, but even then I really loved the character development. I feel like I know the characters. I also liked that there is a story within the story. Excellent storytelling!

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by stephanie nicole

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While this story might be short it packs a lot into its few pages. While some people would think that you can’t have a big impact story with a short novella, they would be wrong. This story was beautifully crafted full of some Egyptian mythology, shifters, romance, emotions and so much more this novella really packs a punch. The characters are beautifully detailed and the story so intriguing you won’t want it to end. While this is my first read by this author I can honestly say I will be looking for more. So if your looking for a fantastic short novella for this week, make sure you pick up this one today.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Melissa Collins

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s been a while since I read a paranormal romance. This hit the spot most definitely. The writing was on point and the story line was definitely a page turner. Can not wait to see the next book in the series.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kharon is known as the city of the dead and this is for good reason, it is where the dying go to live out their last days and be prepared for the afterlife by the shifters who live there, they are the jackals and the vultures and they are the ones who tend to the dead and dying. The High Priest is in charge of the temple and is the one who deals with the final requests and hands out the dying to their caretakers, today Acheron, a vulture shifter is going to meet with him, he has been feeling extremely restless of late and the time off he has been given hasn’t helped, so as he makes his way to the office, he is wondering if he has done something wrong. When he arrives, he finds that he has not done anything wrong, but he has been given an important job, however, to complete it, he has to leave Kharon and travel to the city of Mandara, this is forbidden because of ancestral laws and the fact that because he touches the dead, he is not welcomed with open arms, but despite the danger Acheron accepts the request and prepares to leave.

Thankfully, the journey is completed at night and therefore is less dangerous for Acheron, however, when he arrives, he is greeted by the nurse looking after his client, Errapel, but Acheron is shocked when he isn’t met with disgust and tolerance, but instead with kindness and compassion, this continues when he meets the person he will aid to the other side. Acheron cannot deny that he feels a pull towards Errapel, however, his kind are also forbidden from taking a mate, so when he realises that Errapel might be his, he does not know what to do, will Acheron and Errapel be able to defy ancient laws, or will this forbidden life be taken away from them before they can even enjoy it? This is a shifter romance with an edge of danger which you will not be able to put down, as hope and wariness war in the emotions of a shunned shifter stuck in place by societal values.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Nicole Elizabeth

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read a lot of books. I write a fair number of reviews. This title gets a solid 5/5 for me. The scene in which they send Carissa off had me welling up. To provoke a physical response is a statement. One of the highest I know that I’m willing to admit to as a reader. Very few books insight physical emotion from me, so bravo.

The overall world was well incepted, and the characters were well written. I found the story relatable, which is impressive seeing the setting of this story and our own human experience here on Earth are vastly different.

Or are they? I found a kinship in the idea of going against the grain and doing things differently. In disrupting what is expected and taking a personal hit to break the rules that need to be broken, for the greater good. And not the typical greater (mostly) good. The real, nitty gritty, underbelly of it all. Actual, pure, and honest- good. The first drop in the bucket. The first seed(s) to be planted. I’m not sure if that’s where this story is going but I’ll say this, I’m hooked. Can’t wait to see what direction this goes and where we eventually end up.

That being said, this isn’t a story for children. I was caught off guard by the erotic scenes depicted toward the end. It was a pleasant surprise for me but may not be so welcomed in other circles. Your loss.

So, to wrap it up neatly, this was a great story. My only complaint is that it wasn’t long enough to satiate the appetite it invoked. I’ll keep an eye out for more titles from this author both past and future. Highly recommend.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Cindy Rushin

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this novel. I like reading love stories especially when it involves supernatural beings and alternative love. I also loved the fact that the novel was about individuals who are not accepted by society finding acceptance and love. I think a lot of people can relate. All of us who feel we don’t fit or are not accepted in society can read this novel and find hope. No matter how much you feel that you don’t fit, there is someone out there that will accept you warts and all.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With an unusual request, Acheron volunteers to complete. While he is completing his service he meets Errapel who is his soul mate. Acheron is trying to resist Errapel but he gives in. After his service is complete he is returning to his homeland where he is blocked. What a wonderful short fast paced story. It shows the love does not discriminate against anyone.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Santana Hicks

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I decided to read this book because I have read some of the authors other works. The authors concepts are very unique and very interesting.

This book is about a vulture shifter, named Acheron, who goes into the city to tend to a dying patient. Vulture shifters are forbidden to enter the city or have a mate because they are considered ‘unclean’ since they deal with death. When Acheron gets to the patients home he meets a hare shifter, named Errapel, who is the nurse tending to the dying patient. Instantly there is what seems to be a mate bond. Acheron fights it since it is forbidden. As time goes on, the bond gets stronger. Does Acheron fight the bond or does he accept it and get ready to fight the world? Read to find out!

The reason why I am only giving this book 3 stars is because this book feels rushed. The concept is great but there is no depth. It moved way too fast and then it was just over. The author seemed to be setting up a big fight but then it never happened.

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