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Master Catteneo (Masters of the Consulate Book 5) by Sylvia Black – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Master CatteneoMaster Catteneo by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a series that I have loved reading from the first book I picked up by this author. This is the fifth book in the series which I highly suggest reading previous books as they are just as great as this one. This is a series that just keeps getting better and better with every installment. This a well written story where the author used details to make the story come to life. The characters pull you in from the start. They are engaging, creative and strong that have great growth throughout. A fast paced vampire story that brings the suspense and steam together into a hard to put down story. I really enjoy this book and this series. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to get my hands on another book by this author. Everything she does is so well written and I just can’t put it down. This book is no exception and was just as good as I now expect. This is an incredible MM fantasy story with some of the best characters I have read about this year. I connected instantly with Garrett and Quinnlan. I loved their chemistry and wanted to read more about them.
I loved the idea behind this book as well. It was a fresh and unique take on finding a mate, which is a trope that can be fairly overdone. This author has quickly and effortlessly become one of my favourites and I look forward to every book she writes.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Monique Espitia

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Final Bite was a short and easy read with an interesting concept. Quinnlan is given a second chance at “life” with a tough mission. Find his true mate in less than 3 days (in a small town in the middle of nowhere) and if they chose him in return, he can live again. The story progresses fairly quickly as you follow Quinnlan on his “impossible” journey. The story is an MM paranormal romance with a HEA. I wanted to know more about Quinnlan’s back story and his sister’s betrayal. I want to know what happened to Garret’s father when he was taken. I hope the author writes stories about the other chosen second chances too.

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Master Catteneo (Masters of the Consulate Book 5) by Sylvia Black – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Master CatteneoMaster Catteneo by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Master Catteneo is the fifth book in the Master’s of the Consulate series. This isn’t the first book I’ve read by this author, and it most certainly won’t be the last, especially this specific series. The Master’s of the Consulate, including Master Catteneo, are quick, suspenseful, and absorbing, so easy to get lost in, and they are over long before you want them to end. The events that occur in this book are connected with the other books in the series but not so much that you can’t be comfortable with what’s going on in the one your reading if you haven’t read the previous books in the series. This is definitely a must read for those who enjoy spicy, paranormal romance stories.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Lauren West

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was one of the most fun books I have read in awhile. A feel good story mixed with some mystery and humor. It gives off the feel of a small and quaint town with a lot of quirky townspeople.
Our main character Bob was relatable and lovable. Truly felt like an old friend. Watching his adventure unfold with his new career and his first mystery is quite the journey. This will be a book that you will not forget and definitely will have the author on your watch for what’s next.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Stephanie Nordling

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I wasn’t sure what to expect while I was going into this, but I definitely didn’t expect this! To put it simply (well, as simply as I can get), it felt like Twin Peaks, Clue (the movie), Gravity Falls, and Stars Hollow (Gilmore Girls) all rolled into one! Haha!
The characters aren’t complex by any stretch of the imagination, however, this was such an amazingly fun read! I devoured it in just a couple of hours.
It’s a fun story about a town from which I hope to see many future adventures.

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Better Gnomes and Gardens(Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel- Review by Heather Knalls

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bob moved to Mysty Haven and became a lead journalist at the paper. That lasted a week after his Bigfoot store hit the front page of the paper. After being fired from the paper he is enlisted by Doug to help find his missing gnome, Charlie. Bob is beginning to realize that Mysty Haven is different than most towns. Mysty Haven is a town for mystical. He sets out to find Charlie and finds many friends and possibly a few enemies along the way. There is more than meets the eye in Mysty Haven and Bob is set to let it be known. Will things work out in his favor? Will he find Charlie and save Mysty Haven?

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1). Book Review by Jennifer Ramos

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an enjoyable, quick read! Story is about Bob, fresh out of college and moving to a new location, takes on his first job as a journalist, only to be fired not too long after. His curiosity and fascination with the paranormal gets the best of him during his investigative reporting. As he drinks coffee, he is approached by Mr. Weaver who is claiming the theft of one of his garden gnomes and has hired Bob to help him with the search. His search for the gnomes and some odd coincidences takes Bob on an unexpected journey in seeking the truth. Cardel introduces some excellent characters along the way and definitely keeps readers engaged to see what will happen next.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Faith Jackson

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Better Gnomes and Gardens (A Paranormal Party Planner Mystery #2)Better Gnomes and Gardens by Misty Bane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a very interesting read and fun to get through with the characters to the storyline. I enjoyed where it took the reader and how it all came together in the end. Enjoy!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Better Gnomes and Gardens
A Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1
By: Casey Cardel
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

This was a quirky and fun introduction to a series I can’t wait to read more of! Casey Cardels Mysty Haven is an addicting and unique world where the unbelievable exists and anything is possible. This first book leaves you needing to know EVERYTHING about this world! Bob Mclarney’s character is so interesting to be able to follow through this mystery and discovery of the town and its people. I would love to live in Mysty Haven! Dr. Frank N. Stein is what really got me hooked on this series! With a wonderfully campy and humorous plot Better Gnomes and Gardens draws you in and keeps you turning pages! !The twist on the fairytale genre is done really well with twists and surprises you will never see coming! This book made me believe in the supernatural! I am getting the next book ASAP!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Anantha Rusum

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Better Gnomes & Gardens is a delightful cozy mystery , with certain paranormal elements. The setting is a mystical town, Mysty Haven, where everything is not neccesarily normal Bob, who had an abrupt ending to his journalism ambitions is entrusted to finding a missing gnome. But Bob’s pursuit leads him to something more sinister and he is entangled in the mystery. How he uncovers the plot and stands up to his beliefs forms the rest of the story. The main thing which I loved about this book is the humor and the cozy setting. It is a good mystery novel for someone who likes sleuthing.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Breanne Christian

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After being killed by his greedy sister, Quinnlan is chosen to get a second chance at life. The catch? He must find a mate within three days, using no magical abilities. Did I forget to mention that Quinnlan is a vampire? The Gods dump him in an area with very little population. His second chance at life seems to be slipping out of his grasp, when on the second day, he sees a stranger in danger and chooses to save him. Mystery surrounds this intriguing stranger. What would become of this stranger and Quinlann? Can he help the stranger solve the mysteries? Find out in The Final Bite.
The Final Bite is full of relatable characters, paranormal beings, surprise, and quick comedic relief. It was fast-paced, and events unfolded quickly, to the point where it felt rushed. There were many opportunities for the story to be elaborated on or unfold slower. It is good for a short story, but I was expecting more out of it. It left me with questions that could have been answered with some elaboration.
Overall, The Final Bite is a great, quick read. It is full of mystery, suspense, and romance. If you are looking for a short story full of vampires, witches, and wolf shifters, do not hesitate to pick up The Final Bite.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Better Gnomes & Gardens is the first book in the Mysty Haven Mystery Book series. This is the first book I have read from this author, and I was not disappointed. The story is fun and entertaining. Bob is new to town and finds out that not everything is as it seems. Will he find out what has happened to the disappearing gnomes?
The story is well thought out and kept me reading to discover what would happen. I liked that the story was not the typically cozy mystery because of the dash of paranormal. I look forward to reading the next books in this series and more from this author in the future.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was just as I thought it would be. I love gnomes and well I grab it because of the cover. Silly I know, but so is this story. Bob McLerney moves to Mysty Haven looking for adventure as well as a story to tell. Being a journalist, he wanted an unusual story to tell. After being fired from his job, for writing a story about Bigfoot. He meets Mr Weaver who offers him $ 1,000,00 to find his missing gnome. That is all I am going to tell you. No Spoilers! This is a new to me author. But like many of my favorites authors this one will too be added. I have not laughed as much as I did reading this story. The characters are funny and perfect for the roles they play. This story kept me reading as I was enjoying the adventure. I am looking forward to see where this authors takes book 2.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Karen Pearman

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a book by a new author to me, so I was not quite sure what to expect. I thought the cover was unbelievably cute as it reminded me of a Better Homes and Garden cookbook. It is a cute small-town mystery that involves gnomes. I am so glad that I picked this book up. It is so cute and the gnomes are so adorable. I laughed so hard reading this story. The author pulled me in from the beginning with the wonderful telling of this story. The characters are all so diverse and loveable. I also loved how the writer created such an amazing world different from the normal universe. I loved it. I highly recommend you read this book. And I also highly recommend that you make the recipe that is included at the end. It is delicious.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Jules Herbert

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After being fired investigative reporter Bob finds himself off in search of a missing Gnome and finds so, so much more!! The little town of Mysty Haven and all its quirky characters will leave you smiling and make you fall just a little bit in love with them, I know I sure did.
This first book from this AMAZING author will definitely not be the last I read that’s for sure. With such creative, descriptive writing I am hooked and will be back for more!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Rachel Moss

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good read story! I really liked the story and enjoyed the characters. It was a very interesting cozy mystery, that centers around Fantasy characters. I laughed while reading this book, and was easily lost in the easy writing style that made this story enjoyable and easy to read. However, there was a lot of grammatical errors in this book, and some plot points that got a bit confusing that I felt like could have been explained a bit better. Because of that this book is a 3.5 rating for me. I’m rounding to up to a 4 because I really do like the story, characters and premise of this novel but with all the errors that were in this novel I have to say it’s a 3.5. But regardless I really enjoyed this book and am excited to read more of this series in the future!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Darla Yocom

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bob McLarney recently moved to a quaint little town called Mysty Haven. He also started a new job at a local newspaper but after a disagreement about a creative story about a Bigfoot sighting, he is fired. Down on his luck, he falls into an odd situation that presents itself in the form of an investigative job regarding a missing gnome named Charlie. Could Bob’s luck be turning around?

While investigating the intriguing missing gnome case, Bob learns more about the different folks living in Mysty Haven. Nothing is quite what it seems and could undercover a few secrets in Bob’s lineage.

I loved the quick wit and dynamics between the main character, Bob and the supporting characters in this supernatural story. I found the book to be quite refreshing and had me hooked from the get go. It was an easy read and flowed well. I can’t wait to read more from the Mysty Haven world.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Shannen Kern

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Mysty Haven Mystery series and considering it’s the author’s debut, I am amazed at her sheer talent! I already can’t wait for the second book because I couldn’t put this one down. Mysty Haven seems like a cute and wonderful place to live if you are anything but human. Bob loves everything abnormal so naturally, Mysty Haven delivers. What will his research reveal about this odd town, and will anyone believe him? Casey Cardel is a marvelous author who has created such a magical world with humor and paranormal abound. You won’t regret picking up this fun read, I highly recommend it!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Santana Hicks

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bob is new to the town of Mysty Haven where things aren’t as they seem. After writing an article that his boss at the local newspaper didn’t agree with, Bob got fired. While complaining about his lack of job at his favorite cafe, one of the regulars hires him to find a missing gnome from his garden. Being new to town makes the local police sheriff suspicious of Bob and starts suspecting him of being the thief.

While Bob is trying to uncover the mystery of the missing gnome, he finds out that things seem magical. The locals are acting like the gnomes are alive. But are they really?

After Bob gets into an accident, he meets another police officer, the sheriff’s daughter who doesn’t agree with her father. Someone or something might be targeting Bob. He teams up with the female to now solve two cases. Things seem to be more sinister than just a missing gnome.

This was a fun short read with lots of mythical creatures. I really enjoyed getting to know Bob and watching him come to terms with himself and the people around him. Bob was charming, nerdy and genuinely a sweet guy. He always sees the good in everyone. Ending on a cliffhanger, I am for sure going to read the second book in the series.

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59456733-dia-s-lure” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Dia’s Lure” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1663945182l/59456733._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59456733-dia-s-lure”>Dia’s Lure</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6915844.Catherine_Peace”>Catherine Peace</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5104227066″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
<br />Wow another absolutely stunning read from an author who can describe places and people so well you feel as if you are there.<br />Dia is constantly on the move, protecting her family as best she can, and trusting no one, after they were betrayed by her lover, in the past and hunters found her family.<br />Enter the betrayer, they are captives together, Kano cannot believe he is with Dia again especially after what transpired the last time. The sparks truly fly.<br />He never wanted <br />any harm to come to Dia and her family.<br />Add Milos into the mix and the threesome ignite fires and produces steam with their relationship, and maybe together they can help to bring the family back together and an end to the tyranny of the hunters. <br />I cannot wait to read more of this series<br />
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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59108672-ember-s-secret” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1635359956l/59108672._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59108672-ember-s-secret”>Ember’s Secret</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6915844.Catherine_Peace”>Catherine Peace</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5104169439″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
What an amazingly descriptive book by a new to me author.<br />The world described can easily be pictured; the description of the food does literally make your mouth water.<br />We meet Ember a shifter frim Maori descent, in hiding in Wyoming, living with her dad and running her business. Her life is her café and wanting her sisters back.<br />Austin is a television chef moving around the country in and old RV, making a documentary on BBQ food, when the aforementioned RV breaks down and leaves them stranded in the small town where the only place to get real food is Embers Café.<br />The relationship slowly builds, as Ember and Austin spend time together. As they move to the solstice Ember knows her secret may soon come to light.<br />A lovely book that I could easily visualise every part of<br />Looking forward to moving onto the second story.
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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62008537-the-final-bite” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Final Bite” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1660780983l/62008537._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62008537-the-final-bite”>The Final Bite</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19564586.Naomi_Valkyrie”>Naomi Valkyrie</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5097920122″>3 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
I did enjoy this book, I found the story between the two main characters Quinnlan and Garrett was really sweet and I enjoyed their relationship development, especially how things ended and the family vibe that came along with it. I found that with many story stories it is hard to embellish on the background and build the characters to pull you in, and I would of really liked the story to be longer and more in depth.<br />I would read more by this author.<br />
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Master Catteneo (Masters of the Consulate Book 5) by Sylvia Black – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Master CatteneoMaster Catteneo by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, this was such a great paranormal romance story that was extremely steamy and sexy. I had not read the previous stories in this standalone story, so some of the characters backstories were unfamiliar to me, but the author did a great job of summarizing so it didn’t feel like I was missing huge gaps of information, but definitely made me want to check out the rest of the series! Master Catteneo and Alessia’s instant chemistry is electric and hot. This series has vampires, witches, psychics, and werewolves among other paranormal beings. I loved that the females were strong independent women who didn’t let the alpha males make their decisions. The story-line was fast-paced and full of intrigue, along with politics, hidden agendas, and revenge. I devoured the book quickly; I just couldn’t put it down! I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and the upcoming books!

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
4 Sters

Every ten years the gods give a chance at a second life to those in paranormal purgatory. This time is Quinnlan’s chance. The only catch, you have to choose a mate and you only have three days to do it. If you are unsuccessful, you’re back in purgatory. I think this is an original storyline. The author definitely has a vivid imagination. It’s a wonderful paranormal romance. It involves vampires and wolf shifters. Being a short novel, the story felt rushed. I enjoyed the book but wished it would have been longer to be able to connect with the characters more.

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Dia's LureDia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this set! I haven’t read many sifter books outside of the normal werewolves and such, so I was super excited about this set after reading the first book. I am so happy that I gave then a read! I defiantly recommend this set to anyone how loves shifter romance books. Día has been on the run for years. She is always watching her back, changing the way she looks, and always always running. She’s been on the run from hunters trying to keep her family safe, but her luck so far has just run out. She gets caught. But not by hunters! She stumbles onto a colony in hiding and they don’t trust outsiders. This bat shifter and witch colony has been through a lot and many of them are sick and dying. They can’t trust anyone and two strangers showing up on the same day worries them. Her fellow captive (the other stranger) just so happens to be an ex-lover who betrayed her years ago and brought the hunters to her family. Kano regrets so much in his life. Not being able to stop the slaughter of Día’s tribe and family being the biggest of all. He can’t believe his eyes when he drug into colony and he sees her alive. He’s been so focused on his journalism and putting the worst of the worst into the lime-light and behind bars. He can’t escape his own guilt and seeing Día brings it all rushing back. Again. When he gets taken by the bat colony he doesn’t know what he is in for. Día plans to run as soon as she can. She can’t be around him and she needs to find her group and make sure that they are okay. Milos, one of the bat shifters feels like something bad is coming. He can feel it in his gut. So when Día and Kano stumble onto the camp his gut stabs him with fear again. He just wants to protect his colony, find a cure to their sickness, and live! With their leader dying he must do something, anything to help their fast decreasing colony members. When someone from Kano’s past comes and threatens the colony the three of them must put their mistrust aside and fight together. Putting fears behind you can be tricky when fighting for your life. Will they come together and defeat their enemy? Or will history repeat itself. Will fear keep these three from saving everyone? Will Día kill Kano for his part in her family’s slaughter? Will Kano admit his mistakes from all those years ago and get Día to forgive him? Will she be able to? Man this book has so much going on! Those three are in for a lot!! You have to read this set!! If you love shifter books and magic and love you, will love this set!!

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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

I was so surprised by this book! When I first started reading it I forgot that it was about shifters. I haven’t read many “shifter” books outside of the normal werewolves and such, so I LOVED seeing some other animals being brought into the genera. Ember has a big secret and with the Solstice coming up quickly she’s not sure if she can keep that secret much longer. She want to see more people in her café and in turn be reunited with her two sisters. Her café only sees people that are passing through and she hasn’t turned a good profit in years. Cooking for people she never sees twice is lonely and not at all what she wants out of her café. Food brings people together. She wants more out of her life and she wants more for her café. But can she risk it? Austin is the host of a popular Food TV show Back Road Eats. He’s tired of the same old easy dependable American grilling and BBQ. And being on the road more and more is wearing him out. A chef tv host who’s burnt out on food! While on the way to one last round of shows before heading home his RV breaks down in the middle of no where Wyoming. Dreading the extended stay while him and his camera and editing crew wait for a part for the RV, they learn of a Maori restaurant and his interest is piqued! Sick of BBQ, burgers, and all the normal Back Road Eats he’s been eating for the past few years he is ready to try something new. Once he meets Ember and tries her food he can’t leave without getting her to do his show! He can’t believe the flavors that she brings out in all her dishes. Everything he tries, he loves! But she’s terrified and family comes first. Her father forbids anything to do with the show and he is all she has left. Family first. Can Austin get Ember to do the show? Does Ember bring her whole world down around her and put what little family she has left in danger? Will she get them killed? Will she ever get her café full of people who fall in love with her food? It’s clear that Austin loves more than just her food too! What will come of that?! Dealing with his own father drama he doesn’t want to push to hard. Does he push her away? Or will they over come fears and trials and come together? You have to read to find out!!! You won’t be disappointed!!

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Hannah Porter

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Dia's LureDia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First time reader of author Catherine Peace, and even though I started on this book( which is the third one of the Solstice Quartet series.)I gotta say I’m hooked. I definitely have to go back to the beginning and start from there to get a better understanding of everything. But I wanted to read this one when I first saw the description because of all the supernatural books I have read I’ve never read about bat and swan shapeshifters. The world the author has built was unique and i loooved everything she did. Really creative. I can not wait for the next installment. I highly recommend reading this book. It has everything you’re looking for in an otherworldly book and moree.

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Dia's LureDia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 3 in this stellar series is Dia’s story and you won’t disappointed. This is one complicated love triangle and so much more (I won’t ruin it… but steamy!)
Of 3 people who are completely broken and lost in very different ways they find exactly what they need to heal in eachother.
Dia is ambitious strong and perseveres no matter what, but she is so very broken from so much loss and is finally captured after being on the run. Who does she find in captivity? Kano, who’s already betrayed her before.
Kano and Dia will need to rely on one another to avoid danger thus start to build a bond, but then, just when things cant get more angsty… Bring in Milo to really complicate things. I won’t reveal anything that will detract from your experience as this truly is a delightful one but be prepared for love, longing, angst, drama, danger, magic, so many secrets and more!
This is a well built story with great characters and I look forward to the 4th book.

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Dia’s Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3) by Catherine Peace – Review by Candida Hopper

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Dia's Lure (Solstice Quartet Book 3)Dia’s Lure by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series and I wouldn’t say you have to read the previous two books to be able to read this one, however I do believe it is a good idea to read them in order. This book took me on an adventure of shapeshifters, magic, romance, danger, action, and great characters. The author wrote this story with a great deal of detail so it was easy to immerse myself into the story. The characters have been through a lot of heartache in their past that they are trying to overcome to create a better future. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

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