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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Hannah Porter

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read the second book first I definitely had to read this as it takes place between the second and the third. I really enjoyed the second one and this one was no different.and just like the last Van Spankeren has built a richly imagined world , blending suspenseful action with deep, character-driven drama.The vampire lore is refreshingly original, and the plot is woven with intricate details that keep you hooked. The central conflict and its resolution are well-paced, maintaining a good balance between action and character development. With writing that will make you emotional while reading. I can not wait til i finish the rest of this series from this talented author.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Hannah Porter

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can’t believe we are already on the 11th Book of the Masters of the Consulate series. I made quick work of the book for two reasons. One it’s about 150ish pages and two it was just that good I couldn’t put it down.The plot unfolds with a well-crafted balance of suspense,passion and action ensuring that you’ll remain hooked from start to finish. I hope we get to see more of Chara and Bistrita. In the next I liked them. This book provides a satisfying mix of intrigue and character development, its familiarity with characters from the earlier books will really enhance the reading experience.so I highly suggest you go back to start at book one, and enjoy the thrilling journey this series takes you on. Hurry also because book 12 comes out next month. I’m sooooo excited for it.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Krystal Compton

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – 4 stars
This is my first book by Sinister Styx. It was a short read but I could not put it down. We have a mystery, magic, paranormal with a bit of naughty and a little bit of a love story all intwined- but does the good guys win or is it the lesser of 2 evils? For only 82 pages it kept me intrigued.

Rene is a grief stricken brother wallowing in pills and alcohol but he swore he would find his twin’s murderer. Visiting the crimes scenes of the following victims the newest one leaves him feeling like he is losing his sanity to the Mystery violent eyed angel.

Belladonna is a grief to the point of numb necro-pixie hides for hundreds of years until the time is right to take vengeance for the death of her family becomes obsessed with the human that didn’t turn away from death and honored them victims when no one else would. Would he be the one to help her avenge her family’s demise?

I found the book to be intriguing and kept my attention. I would like to see more detail in the story line of how Belladonna fell in love with Rene. She basically left him alone for 2 weeks and then decided she had feelings for him. Other than the research he was doing what made her start showing emotions and feelings. Being a novella I could use a little more detail in this area. I will say I was not expecting the end of the story and who the murderer is but it works for me! The end of the book shows that it could become a series and I can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oooo. I can’t believe this series is almost over, I have enjoyed every moment of this series, and this book was no different. Sylvia Black truly is one of my favorite authors. Dual perspectives of Bistrita and Chara.
Chara is the best friend of Natalia from the previous book and Master Bistrița’s land butts up to Oradea’s in the target zone. Everything finally starts to come to a head in this one. Devora has finally given her blessing to the witches to help the purebloods. Also, with Natalia’s syndicate brothers and their men forming a barrier around the zone things seem to finally be working. Destiny has brought the witches to their pureblood mates. Now Bistrita has a new battle, one he never expected in the form of a red-headed beauty that won’t be ordered around without a fight. She’s not made of glass, and she won’t let him treat her as if she were.
Everything about this amazing series pulls you in. The tropes and the guaranteed happily ever after in each book for each couple is gold. I cannot wait to see how it all comes to an end in book twelve, Master Slobozia, October 19th, 2024. We already got glimpses of Taylen but how will she fair against her master?

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Christina Sanders

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I LOVE this story! So interesting and exciting from the start and I just could not put it down! I read this in a day because I just could not stop, I had to know what was going to happen. Such an interesting story about a pixie with necromancy powers and an unsolved murder and just so much more! I can tell I LOVE it because I just want to read everything and anything from this author now it’s just that good to me. Once I like a writer’s style and storytelling, I just want to read all they have written. I love that this story is told through two characters the pixie and the man trying to solve his sister’s murder and how their fates intertwine and the thoughts and struggles each goes through throughout the story. I very much enjoyed this! Quick read and very interesting! So glad I read this book!

Reviewed by @christinasandersmua
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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A dark paranormal romance novella which had me hooked from page one. Belladonna is not human but has an obsession with a man, René. René knows deep loss and has turned to drink and drugs in order to block everything out. When he starts being visited by a ‘otherworldly’ woman he thinks he’s going mad. Belladonna believes they are kindred spirits and will give him relief from his pain, in return for his life. Although this is a quick read it has an intriguing storyline, fascinating characters and unexpected plot twists. The descriptive narrative brings both the characters and setting to life which made me feel immersed in the story.

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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

An Ember of Hope is another exciting story part of the War of Destiny series. I definitely recommend reading this series from the beginning to get to know characters and the continuous story-line. This was a great read, enjoyable and I could not put this down..I needed to know what will happen next. The author does a great job of storytelling and I really did enjoy this fast paced read with drama, danger, betrayal and conflict but also self discovery.

Matthew struggles and distances himself from the Resistance, especially after the trauma he endured, feeling betrayed. What becomes into believing he can stop King Valentino….does Matthew have what it takes including allies with him…but does he have the trust in those who want to help….

Great story overall…I am looking forward to more from this talented author!!

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Samantha Cleaver

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this book! It had a few twists I didn’t expect. It’s a quick paranormal romance read, which is not usual go to, but it was pretty good! Def recommend.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Alicia Furlan

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Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rene had been battling the demons in his head for three years since his twin sister, Cherise, was murdered. After the latest murder he begins to feel a presence around him. Glimpses of an otherworldly woman with purple hair start to plague Rene. Belladonna has spent years preparing and planning to find and destroy the hunters who killed her family. Rene is the key to all her plans.

This was my first necromancer book and it didn’t disappoint. I enjoyed the storyline and that it was dual POV. The story flowed well. Overall was a quick and easy read. This was also my first time reading Sinister Styx and I will definitely be reading more.

Reviewed by@aliciaknoke

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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Deb Robinson

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this series. I read all 5 books one after the other and could not put them down. This is Matthew’s story and everything he has gone through. I don’t suggest reading this book until you have read the rest or you will be thoroughly confused. I loved the writing style as everything flows wonderfully together. A lot of inner dialogue in this story so I did have a harder time connecting with this one. The author definitely pulls at your heartstrings with the torture and pain Matthew is going through. It was a very interesting read and will always pick up anything from this author.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Jessica Mefferd

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a world where Vampires meet Fifty Shades of Grey, here it is! Master Bitrita is the perfect Christian Grey, while Chara serves as Anastasia. This book has the perfect push and pull budding romance that will keep you on your toes. Steep rivalries between Vampires, Shifters, and Witches come to a head, in this fast-paced war. The author keeps things moving, while leaving bits up to assumption without going into too much detail. A quick enjoyable read for anyone looking for a fantasy romance, with limited spice.

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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Mandy Ott

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Ember of Hope is the Theresa Van Spankeren book I didn’t know I needed! This book is part of the War of Destiny Series, and is more or less a companion novel, as it is Matthew’s story, taking place between books 2 and 3 of the main series. Van Spankeren creates the same amazing world full of vampires, historical figures, and other fantastical beings. I found myself, once again, immersed in the conflict between Valentino and the Resistance, told from the unique perspective of Matthew, recovering from his time in captivity. I found Matthew’s nightmares following his dilemma brutal and heartbreaking, yet honest and realistic. Some of the same great characters emerge in this book, as well as some new ones. There is so much detail in this book, but it is woven together so seamlessly that it only adds to the overall drama of the story. What an amazing addition to the already great War of Destiny world!

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Master Bistrita is the 11th book in the Masters of the Consulate series. While I have not read them all, I would suggest reading book 10 before this one, otherwise you wont know what the heck is going on. This book picks up where the previous book left off. While I have enjoyed what I have read of this series, this book was not my favorite. I am not really into BDSM, and the only book I really read with it was 50 shades. And parts of this book felt very much like that- contract, signing NDA, etc. With looking past that, and quickly speed reading those sections, I enjoyed the rest of the book. I like all the mixed relationships and the plot of the series as a whole. I enjoyed the characters as each as Bistrita and Chara are both strong personalities and love fiercely.

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Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny Book 2) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27400783-pursuit-into-darkness” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1446314168l/27400783._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27400783-pursuit-into-darkness”>Pursuit into Darkness</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8249753.Theresa_Van_Spankeren”>Theresa Van Spankeren</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6829573065″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
A really good read that continues from the first book in the series. After reading the first I found the flow of the book much easier to follow.<br />THis time we follow Julia, she is complex, struggling with loss and memories from the past that keep troubling her. <br />The author continues with the character development with Julia as it does that of the other characters. The depth of the characters and the insight into their lives is well described as in the previous book. Making this book another that is difficult to put down.<br />I will certainly be adding more from this author to my tbr list<br />
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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/214344053-an-ember-of-hope” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”An Ember of Hope: War of Destiny” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1717702752l/214344053._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/214344053-an-ember-of-hope”>An Ember of Hope: War of Destiny</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8249753.Theresa_Van_Spankeren”>Theresa Van Spankeren</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6829403884″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is the first book by this author that I have read and at the time of reading was a little thrown as things did not always make sense, after a bit of looking into this is part of a series, almost a sideline that although a good read I feel would be more enjoyable if read after or alongside the other books.<br />In this book the character development and growth is good and continues to move with the story which in itself is deep and enthralling.<br />Mathew, a vampire is disheartened after the death of his soulmate and pulls away and distances himself from his family, living alongside humans. Working for a prominent family where he can, seeking redemption where possible. <br />
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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Julie Johnson

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve enjoyed this series of books and this one did not disappoint either. There are some very dark moments for Matthew in this book but ultimately, he receives the redemption he’s been seeking. The writer of this series has put a lot of thought into the character development and storyline and I highly recommend reading these in order. While this book takes place between books 2 and 3, you could read this one out of order but should probably read those books first for better context.

A very challenging series but an enjoyable one!

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This one is filled with action and suspense! I really enjoyed it! I highly recommend reading the series in order to get the most out of this story. We see a lot of characters from the past as the series is winding down. I liked that the author spent more time on figuring out how to stop the traitors instead of on the sex life of the two mc. They had a quick connection and thankfully others spotted it and helped them out. I like the friendships that have been built in this series. Looking forward to Lucas demise.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Rose McCaskey

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great short story. Doesn’t take very long to read but does have a decent amount of description. The story progresses fairly quickly but still keeps you interested. It’s fated mates with a twist. It follows a war between rogue vampires and shifters against other vampires, shifters, and witches. It mentions the underworld and the way vampires become vampires includes a trip to the underworld upon death. It does have some smut so read your triggers.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jessica Smith

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Corpse Pixie
By Sinister Styx
5 star review
Once I started this book it was hard for me to put it down. In this book you will read from the POV of multiple characters. The main character is Rene who is just trying to seek justice for his twin sister. Along the way Rene’s path crosses with Belladona who has big plans for Rene. They form an unusual relationship and help each other reach their end goals. Rene also discovers that all of the paranormal beings from the fairy tails are real. Pixies, witches, vampires,etc. Rene and Belladona end up discovering a major bombshell of information that turns Rene’s world upside down, yet helps him find closure. If you like all things paranormal as well as a good mystery, this is the book for you.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Michelle Troyer

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a quick read about a paranormal romance. It pulls you in from the very beginning. Very good book!

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Heather Harmon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you enjoy Dark, Paranormal, and Romance this is a great read for you. Even though it’s a quick read Sinister Styx has filled the pages with a tale of Greif, revenge, love, and the paranormal that keeps you flipping the pages.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Angela Shirley

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chara is a waitress in one of the Masters club but is a bit of a handful but when she discovers something which could help the Consulate no-one is willing to take her seriously enough to heed the warning, but when she is in front of Master Bistrita there is just something about him which drives her to distraction.

Master Bistrita is the same as all the other Consulate masters, alpha and dominate through and through but when he meets Chara he is so attracted to her can he throw out his usual “Contract” to pursue this fascinating woman., but will this distract him from the task ahead trying to find out who is trying to destroy them.

This is the eleventh book in this series and although you could read this as a stand alone story I would recommend reading the whole series, although the book is quick you get to understand the whole consulate and how we have got to this place in the story.

As always the chemistry between the two main characters is off the charts and drives the story forward with pace. I loved the way the author has still made the story fresh after so many books and that you are still invested within the overall details. I can’t wait for the last instalment of this story and finally understand who is responsible and so they win the war.

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Megan Rea

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great short story from Sinister Styx! I absolutely love her writing style and her ability to pull you in and make you feel for the characters in such a short amount of time. Rene and Belladonna’s story is traumatic, action-packed, spicy, and so much more. The way Styx is able to pull together a story in such a short amount of pages is nothing short of amazing. I read this in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to pick up the next piece of work from Styx!
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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Desiree Ottinger

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Master Bistrita has watched all the other Masters find their fated mates. He has convinced himself that fate won’t have anyone for him because of his preferences. When Chara charges into an exchange with other Masters in concern for her friend, he is annoyed and intrigued. Chara isn’t new to the world of vampires, per se. She works at his club and her best friend is newly changed. When she realizes that she is in fact Master Bistrita’s fated mate, can she find a role in helping the others save mankind from a hostile takeover from rogue forces that want life to essentially go back to the dark ages? Will Master Bistrita embrace that gift that fate has given him before it’s too late?

I have read this series from the beginning. It was a quick read for me, as I knew a lot of the backstory. I felt like the author touched on it enough for me to remember but others coming into it thinking this is a standalone, might want to think about going back to the beginning for more depth to the storyline. Chara challenged Bistrita endlessly, and I enjoyed his torment in thinking that he could make her into a submissive person. Additionally, I liked that in this book the next Master is introduced with the love interest for him. (I am looking forward to seeing him squirm.) Each book has its own purpose on the path to the end and this one wasn’t anything less than the others. I am truly looking forward to the culmination of this series!

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This short story had me hooked from the first page, being a short book, I thought the story would be rush and everything will be jammed into it and then had a bad ending, but boy was I wrong on all of this. Even for a short read this story flowed very well and was very well written. The story line itself was well done and flowed very well that I never felt lost or didn’t understand what was going on. The characters were so amazingly done that it was hard not to relate or find yourself rooting for them. Rene had lost his siter and trying to cope he turns to substance, but then he starts hallucinating a woman. Belladonna has lived her life in a forest and everything she has been living for is not all that great, but then she finds Rene and it seems to her everything has changed. There was so much packed into this story there’s drama, magic, the supernatural, a dark romance, thrill and a murder mystery to be solved.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can’t believe we are almost at the end of this series. It has been a wild ride! Master Bistrita meets his fated mate, Chara, in the bar owned by the vampires. She has been working there for years so it is a mystery how the two of them never met. If I had to guess it was because Bistrita didn’t visit the bar regularly or he wasn’t destined to find his mate until now. All it took was a pack of rogue wolves trying to harm everyone in the bar. She is a woman that marches to the beat of her own drum and breaks the rules rather than follows them. He on the other hand is the one that makes the rules and needs to have control at all times. How can two people who are so different be perfect for each other? All of these books have been fast paced but they are all good. Each book is about a different Master and each can be read on their own. I however do suggest reading them in order due recurring characters and the inevitable buildup to the end of this ongoing war.

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Master Bistrita ( Masters of the Consulate Book 11 ) by Sylvia Black – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am really loving this series. I have read most all of them from this author and I really am enjoying them. The characters are well written and there is a good balance of romance and drama. I really like how the books all tend to flow into one another. The author is able to really engage the reader and keep your focus on the book. The chemistry between the characters is unique and adds to the appeal of this series. I also like how there are multiple couples within the story line. This is one of my most favorite genres as well. I look forward to reading more from this author.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Corpse Pixie By Sinister Styx – Reviewed by Vicki Shelton

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book in just a few hours. I absolutely loved it. I think you will too. Sinister Styx is a very talented writer that will keep you on the edge of your seat, all the while wondering if René and Belladonna’s twisted relationship will develop into more.

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

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Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the 11th in the series and is another one that just makes it so much better. I would definitely recommend reading all of the books in order to really get the best out of the series. This book is everything I have come to expect. It is exciting from the first page and I was hooked instantly. The world the author has created is so intense and it pulls me in each and every time with ease.
I loved the characters who are the focal point of this book. Their connection is undeniable and I was just as engaged in them as I was the story. I loved this book and I hope the author keeps the series going for many more to come

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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Heather Goodman

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An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This one gives a little background on Matthew. It gives more insight into him and what he went through before all the other books and once again is so beautifully written. It has the perfect blend of everything. I have never been disappointed by this author and I wasn’t again. Be prepared to laugh and cry and go along for a ride with a great character.

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