Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This author’s work is new to me and I was taken aback at her expertise in crafting a wonderful, intricate world! This series had such an unexpected beginning! The characters are deep, authentic, & intriguing. Even the take on magic is exciting. I am hooked!
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed reading this horror story. It is full of twists and turns that had me sitting on the edge of my seat. The suspense is like no other. This is a well written story about a little girl who has an imaginary friend and no one believes her when bad things start happening. You don’t want to miss what happens with Missy and her horrifying imaginary friend. I enjoyed how I was pulled into the story by the author’s use of details to make me feel as if I was part of the story. This is a shorter story but it packs a lot of action and horror in it. I enjoyed the growth of the plot and what Missy and her friend brought to the story. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
Queen’s Destiny by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is an interesting story that offers a well written story line and a myriad of great characters. The book jumps between times which adds a level of detail that wouldn’t be present otherwise. For me this made the story even better and made it much easier to get caught up in.
I loved the mix of characters. Although there were a lot of them, they each added something to the story and were distinct on their own. I thought the combination of personalities and character development worked perfectly for this story. This was a great book and I am pleased to have discovered a new author.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in a series that’s fast becoming a favourite of mine. It just gets better and better with each book. I’ve been a fan of the author for a few years but I think this is my favourite series of hers.
Sit in the world of the Freemasons in Australia. The series revolves around 4 best friends who are all high up in the Freemasons hierarchy. You can technically read each book as a standalone but there is a running theme/storyline that runs throughout the series
In this series we get the story of Jude whose sister Renee has been abducted. Jude has put his life on hold until he gets Renee back but is finding it harder and harder to resist Sienna.
I really loved Sienna and Jude’s story. It’s filled with so much drama, particularly surrounding trying to get Renee back. Jude and Sienna are great characters to read. Jude is so torn over his feelings for Sienna but feeling unable to have a relationship while his sister is locked up under who knows what kind of horrendous conditions.
Definitely worth the 5 stars I’ve given it.
Queen’s Destiny: Blood Prophecy One: by Barb Jones
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amber and Chloe become instant friends when the two end up working together at the same museum. When Chloe discovers that Amber is having a series of very strange dreams, she convinces her to let her help. Amber’s dreams become increasingly more vivid as time goes on and in many, she has visions of being told that she has a prophecy to fulfill. Unbeknownst to Amber, a vampire has waited hundreds of years for his beloved Queen to be reborn and the prophecy to finally be fulfilled.
This book was well written and sucks the reader in from the first few pages. The characters were well written, and each scene is so descriptive that the reader feels as though they are right there with each character in that time and place. I loved the multiple storylines that gave background information on each character and what events transpired up until present day. I highly recommend!
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the Freemasons series and wow. Each book just keeps getting better and better. I do recommend reading these books in order so you get a better understanding for the characters and their stories, but that being said it can be read as a standalone and still be enjoyable.
As with the previous books this one is full of danger, adventure and very steamy romance which keeps the reader hooked.
In this book we follow the story of Jude and Sienna.
The attraction between Jude and Sienna is very strong from the beginning, however with Judes sister still missing he has vowed to not have happiness for himself until she is found safe. However somethings can’t be denied and the feelings and attraction between Sienna and Jude is one of those things.
As things progress in the search for Jude’s sister then finally have a lead. The problem is they need bait and Sienna is the perfect option.
Will Jude put Sienna in danger to save his sister? Will Jude be able to protect her? Will Jude even take the risk of putting Sienna in danger at all even if it means saving his sister?
This was such a good read I read it in one sitting as I couldn’t put it down
The Hunter by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Gemma Hughes only just met her father a few months ago, when he’s tragically taken from her. As a journalist, she uses her skills to try to find the people responsible. When Gemma thinks she finds the people responsible thanks to a notebook she found left behind by her father, she decides that she is going to uncover the truth. Dominic Cacciari doesn’t take the threats that Gemma Hughes is sending him and his organization too well. He is bound to find out who she is, what she wants, and what secrets she is keeping. However, when these sparks start flying, can they keep their hands off of each other long enough to find out the other one’s secrets?
Queen’s Destiny by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amber Stone is starting a new job in Seattle, Wa. Amber finds a kinship with Chloe who she meets when she arrives for her job as curator of the Natural History Museum. What Amber doesn’t realize is that she is part of an ancient prophecy life as she knows it is about to implode and it will have strings to Chloe and several others.
There is a lot that goes on in this book. I thought it was very well written, hops around a bit in different time frames to give a full idea of what all has happened since the time of the prophecy to current. I thought this was quite different then what I ordinarily read and I enjoyed it. There is so much to this story that I did not delve into as it keeps you guessing.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the third book in this series. I enjoyed reading this romance story just as much as the previous two books. I highly suggest reading the previous two books to help your enhancement of this series as well as the author’s writing style. This is a well written story about trust and keeping someone safe. I enjoyed how the author used details to make her story come to life. The characters are connectable and made me feel as if I was part of their world. They pulled me in from the start and kept me coming back for more. They have great growth and chemistry throughout which made the story easy and entertaining to read. This is a great story by an author that I have enjoyed reading and never hesitate to pick up. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
So, when I started reading Spidersight I immediately thought of the story Drop Dead Fred with its imaginary friend. BUT I quickly moved on from that to something that makes you shiver and every soft sweep over your skin has you slapping yourself to remove any unwanted crawlies. Tirzah gives a vivid picture where not everything is as it seems!!
This short tale is a mixture of sweet and creepy. It is told from a five-year old’s POV which did not really reflect well in the writing once you get over that it is not a bad read.
This was an interesting debut horror novel from this author that I am sure many will enjoy.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Queen’s Destiny by Barb Jones
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ummm… Can I say *mind blown*? Like where has this book been all of my life?! I absolutely love it! The characters are original as hell and just so quirky. I love the twists and turns of the story, and how the focus switches between the different characters. I love watching all of the dots connect too!! I need more haha..
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
The Warrior is the third book in The Freemasons series by Nicole Flockton. It’s another captivating instalment in this fantastic series which is making it harder and harder to pick my favourite book- as each instalment seems to slightly eclipse the one(s) before. These Freemasons have well and truly won me over. But it’s not just the hunky characters that draw me in- these books have got a strong, meaty story to go along with all the sexy yumminess and enticing steamy developments.
With plenty of action, mystery, drama, intensity, chemistry, danger, tension, and crime + investigation- it kept me hooked right off the bat. I found myself reading avidly- devouring it all in one session, because I really needed to know how everything would play out in the end.
Jude Cadmon is willing to do whatever it takes to find his sister. It has taken a while, but finally, all their efforts seem to have come to fruition and the end is in sight- failure, now, is not an option. Enter Sienna Townsend, the ‘bait’ they need to set the trap that will ultimately bring down the enemy. Jude realises that he isn’t prepared to sacrifice ‘everything’, so is determined to keep Sienna safe in the dangerous process, while also saving his sister. What happens makes for quite an intriguing read.
Happy Reading!
Thank, you, Nicole Flockton!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a wonderfully creative story and a great discovery of an author that is new to me. I was pulled straight into this book with such imaginative word-building and character development. It had me hooked before I was at the end of the first chapter. I was intrigued but the world the author had designed and wanted to know more about it.
I loved the characters as well. There were some strong personalities and I loved the depth they added to the story. You could clearly see development throughout the book and it made me want to read more. I am excited to have discovered a new series and a new author.
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I live for anything to do with horror, but this one greatly surpassed what I had hoped for. Spiders, a creepy allure, stunning writing, holy cow, I fell in love so easily with this book and author! Perfect October read!
Now, I do love a good horror read, but this one certainly fueled some of my worst fears…spiders. Needless to say this was a book well wroth a read. It was a must read. The book horrified me at scenes, and intrigued me to wanting more at the same time I enjoyed the story and the plot. If you love horror, then no longer look no further, because you have found your match! I loved the book being told from Missy’s perspective. A child’s mind is unlike an adult, so when Fred comes to show what he is really all about, the feelings Missy felt and her fear, was greatly valid. I loved the horror and creepiness this book gave off. I loved her supportive dad as well. The spiders, the scary stuff, the deaths, the writing was exceptional! Amazing read! I truly loved it!
A perfect horrific read with all the elements you would hope in a book that would rattle your bones, your mind, and make you want to check behind you as you read Highly recommend this must read book!
Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance by T.B. Bond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is nothing better than a Paranormal Romance mixed with benies. This is Wednesday Friday and Rykers story. They are 2 different shifters enjoying their friendships and the benies that go with that. But their love for each other has to stay hidden and Ryker has a soulmate out there waiting for him. Hey the Benies for now are great for Wen and Ryker. What follows next is what you will have to find out for yourself by reading this story.This author mixes laughter and paranormal romance with tears in this story. I enjoyed reading Wen and Rykers story. It was fast paced and a quick read for me. Kept me entertained and now I must go and read this series from the beginning. This was a new author for me, as I like to try a new one often. This author is on my list of must reads. Will she be on your list as well? You won’t be disappointed.
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A master vampire on a frantic search. A psychic who won’t stay out of the way. When the sparks ignite will love prevail?
Master Catteneo is assigned point in the search for Overmaster Descallia’s mate. He must move fast to discover where she is hidden and has every intention of destroying anyone that stands in his way.
Easy enough…
Until a local psychic inserts herself into the hunt, frustrating him to no end with her frequent visions, irresistible beauty, and sassy mouth.
Alessia resolves to do anything necessary to save the woman in trouble, in direct challenge to his authority.
The vampire ruler does everything in his power to keep her at bay, but she is not easily dissuaded and seeks the immortality only a purebred like he can give. Sparks fly when the fanged night dweller won’t listen to reason. They are soon met with a new challenge, one they must face together if they are to protect the vampire community.
Will their newfound love survive the dangers of the night? Or will they burn for eternity in the trap the syndicate has laid?
Master Catteneo is the explosive fifth book in the Masters of the Consulate collection by Sylvia Black. It is a deliciously dark, fated mates, enemies to lovers, vampire mafia romance. You will love these novels where the passion is fiery, the loyalty is fierce, and the stakes are high. Each book in this collection is a stand-alone, with different characters and a guaranteed happily ever after.
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PREORDER ~ ~ ~ Welcome to Mysty Haven, a charming, lovely, and safe place for anyone who isn’t human. Let’s face it, anyone could turn up missing or dead in this paranoid, er-um… we mean paranormal town. No that’s not it. It’s a mystical town!
Bob McLarney moved to the hidden town of Mysty Haven with a fresh degree in journalism. Bob’s passion for the unusual led him on a trail in search of the legendary Bigfoot. Not everyone agreed with Bob’s first article and his bright future as a reporter for the Mysty Haven Weekender ended abruptly.
When a local elderly man approaches Bob to find a missing gnome, Bob agrees to help. His good intentions don’t waver when the local sheriff believes Bob is the thief. Not entirely sure how to find the gnome, Bob fumbles his way through suspects and uncovers a sinister plot and the mystical secrets of Mysty Haven’s good folk.
Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance by T.B. Bond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Friends with Benies (Paris in Springtime Book 7) by T.B. Bond
Friends with Benies is the seventh book in the Paris in Springtime series and is a Paranormal Romance that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. I wasn’t real sure what to expect going in since this is my first AMBW read but 8 definitely wasn’t disappointed. This is a super fun read and is a standalone so if you’re like me and didn’t realize it before starting. I’m definitely adding the others to my list to read. This is a cute story about Wednesday and Ryker these two have been best friends forever and she wants him for herself but knows they can’t be together because of him having a mate out there somewhere . But what if she is his mate? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from this Author.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Warrior is the third book in this the wonderful series The Freemasons. Each book is about a different member of the old secretive culture of the Freemasons. I have fallen in love with each and every one of them but I think this one is my favourite so far.
This delicious friends to lover’s romance tale as all the hotness and sexiness and action that you could want. With danger around every corner, steamy fiery passion, many secrets, an abundance of lies, fear and hope, angst and age-old secrets, Nicole knows how to keep the reader engaged.
Jude will stop at nothing to find his sister but putting another life in danger doesn’t sit well with him and then his fears come to fruition. Can he keep her safe?
Sienna is the master of blending in but when others find her secrets, she is no longer safe. Can she rely on herself or does she need help?
I look forward to book 4.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars
OMG! Spiders creep me out sooooo bad!!! As did this book lol. It took quite a bit of fortitude on my part to even pick up this book to read. I am an arachnophobe from way back. But being as it is spooky season, and as an attempt to push myself out of my comfort zone- I grabbed a copy and carefully opened the cover with my eyes half closed. But let me tell you, it didn’t take long before they were fully opened.
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins turned out to be the perfect spooky season read. A creature horror with a wonderfully creepy, scary, and suspenseful plot.
I will never contemplate the idea of childhood imaginary friends the same way, ever again. This was such a chilling story to read and definitely creeped me out good and proper. The idea that a child’s imaginary friend could turn out to be so sinister, evil, and twisted. And did I mention, SPIDERS- everywhere!!!!!! Just about broke out in cold sweats in parts. Confession- some parts might have been read through small gaps between my fingers as I held my hands over my eyes.
The premise was clever- weave in a five-year-old child, her imaginary friend who definitely isn’t so make-believe, then add in the SPIDER element, plenty of danger, murder, agendas, mystery, dread, a pervading sense of hopelessness, a rather large helping of fear, some tragedy, and lots of heat-pounding developments- made the story quite the twisted tale.
There were a few small issues with the story, for me, where the dialogue felt a little ‘off’, and where some scenes/bits didn’t seem to be in keeping with the rest of the storyline- but these factors didn’t detract too much from my overall reading experience.
I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more stories from this author in the future.
If you love creature horror, or are simply looking for a creepy story to read, or a twisted tale to put you in the mood for spooky season- then this is definitely the book for you.
Happy Reading!
Thank you, Tirzah M.M. Hawkins!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Spidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’m all for horror books! Especially ones that give you the creepy crawlies! This story is written from the perspective of a little girl named Missy that has a very unique friend not everyone can see. Little does she know how dangerous this friend can be. Things really get out of hand and there may not be anyone that can help free her from this friend. This doesn’t stop her dad from doing everything he can to set her free.This story will have you checking your surroundings for little eight legged followers. I really enjoyed this authors easy writing style and forward to more of their books!
The Hunter by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
One of my favorite tropes is enemies to lovers, and this book just confirms that once again to me! I love the chemistry between them, and the plot was great as well. I love the world building the author did here, and I want to read more. The fact that it is Freemasons just really caught my attention. This was my first book to read of the series, but I could still hang with the story without feeling lost. Of course, I will go back and catch the first book.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Warrior is the third book in the Freemasons series by Nicole Flockton. Sienna has feelings for Jude however he is reluctant to open up to her as he has dedicated his life to looking for his sister Renee. When a sighting of Renee leads him to start looking for her in another country, Jude and his fellow ex-military friends need Sienna’s help to infiltrate the organisation that has her. This is a good read, the chemistry between the two main characters is there and you can feel the pain and panic while Sienna is undercover. It is quite fast paced which is nice and the story is intriguing. I would recommend.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jude is desperate to get his sister back from the human traffickers who took her nearly 3 years ago. He and his friends, all of whom are freemasons, have been working the past three years to free Renee and others like her who were snatched off the Australian streets and whisked away for nefarious purposes. Sienna works for a shelter ran by a charity set up by Jude and his friends to help homeless and those who have been trafficked and rescued to be able to reunite with family or to be self sufficient, due to being given help, counseling, and jobs. When Jude and his friends come up with a plan to send Sienna in undercover to try and verify information that they have received that might lead them to Renee, Sienna must rely on her experience as a soldier who has been undercover before to save and protect not only herself, but Renee and all the others who are in the same location that Renee is. Jude, who is also a veteran, must rely on himself as well as the team they go with to get Sienna, Renee, and the others to safety without losing himself, the sister he’s been missing, and the woman he loves but has been resisting because he didn’t think he deserved happiness while his sister was gone.
Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance by T.B. Bond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
While this is the seventh book in the series, it can be read as a standalone.
I’m going to be honest, I nearly passed up this book because of the word Benies in the title. For some reason that word just grates on me. But, then I read the description of the book and decided to give it a chance. I quickly learned that I am not the ideal reader for this story.
That being said, if you are a fan of rom com hijinks, this might be a good read to pick up. It’s got sweet moments, steamy moments, and a lot of pining with a satisfying HEA.
The Warrior by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story is an action packed romance. The story continues with our Freemasons. Jude and Sienna finally get the chance to come together after flirting in the last book. The spark has been there. Jude has been focused on finding his sister, Renee. Until she is found, he doesn’t want to get into a romance. He feels so guilty, that it is his fault. Sienna, the director of the Freemasons Homeless shelter, is dealing with her own hassles, but she is there for him. This story will grip you right from the start. This author is one of my favorite romance authors for her writing. It’s contemporary. It’s heartfelt. You can feel the emotions as they work out their relationship. The major action comes as a rescue attempt is made for Renee. The drama and adventure will leave you on the edge-of-your-seat wanting to know what’s happening. The cliffhanger is exciting. Some major characters make an appearance in this book from the previous books. The upcoming final book is on it’s way. The story of Declan and Renee will be told. I can’t wait. I have loved this series.
Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
LOVED this book! This is my first read by this author and it was ADDICTING. As soon as I started I refused to put it down! I loved how commonplace magical folk are- and the idea of glamor to disguise their true appearance. The mcs, Sin (what a great name) and Rad (adorable with his contractions), were so much fun to read- their chemistry was off the charts and I loved their adventures. I’m a big fan of reading books with the MCs point of view and even more so when it switched between the two of them. I’m so excited I found a new author to read in a genre I love! I’m ready to start the next in the series- check this one out friends! You won’t be disappointed!
Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sin is a human who works as a freelancer. She does a bit of everything from stopping an art thief to rescuing a kidnapped child. She works for both humans and supernatural beings called the Hidden. After what seemed like an open shut case, she meets a man named Rad. Being able to see through glamour, Sin realizes that Rad is not human but a fire demon of some sort. She finds out from him that her art thief case isn’t so black and white like she first thought. The thief was trying to recover items that actually belonged to the Hidden.
Rad is a warden for the Hidden, but is really intrigued by Sin. He doesn’t normally start anything romantic with humans but they can’t help that the chemistry between them is strong. He introduces her to the supernatural world and realizes that he willingly put her in danger. Together the couple try to stop smuggled goods from entering the Hidden world. Let’s not forget the steamy down time they have together too.
At first, the book starts off like any other Fae book but then takes a very interesting turn. It was very intriguing and I found myself falling in love with both Sin and Rad. This book is a must!
Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a whirlwind romance with a compelling story!!! Immersive. Steamy. Action Oriented. It definitely gave me Maas-esque vibes! I really loved the world-building and the antagonization of the human realm and the Hidden realms. It created a realistic story about how bureaucratic issues make certain actions slower than they wish they could be dealt with. Rad’s and Sin’s story is a little fast in the beginning but it all makes sense when you get to the end! My favorite female characters are always the strong ones and Sin is no different! She doesn’t care if the job is tough and gritty it would look almost pleasurable to some of the things that she has dealt with in her small town in Massachusetts. She is an independent woman that doesn’t need help BUT isn’t hesitant to ask for it when it is needed. She has this amazing ability that allows her to see through glamour and see the world of the Hidden creatures as they really are. This is what spurred her curiosity about Rad and his connection to her friend. The rest is the journey you have to discover for yourself! This was my first novel by this author and I’m looking forward to delving into her other novels!!!!
Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When I first saw this book I knew instantly that I had to read it. While this isn’t my first read from this author I was initially worried that it wouldn’t hold up to my expectations, but boy was I wrong. Per usual the characters are perfectly developed, the plot was intriguing and flowed beautifully, and the action was amazing. The lead characters played off each other perfectly and this story was so different that I couldn’t possibly compare it to the authors previous series. So if you’re looking to start a new series make sure to run and pick this one up today.