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Friends with Benies (Paris in Springtime Book 7) by T.B. Bond – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance (Paris in Springtime Book 7)Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance by T.B. Bond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is a new author to me. Because Wen and Ryker have been BFF’s forever, their chemistry is off the charts. I can get with why Wen doesn’t want to mate with him but I’m glad that was basically ignored. Ryker has wanted her for so long. She has had it for him. This was written in the charts. Just because he’s a shifter doesn’t mean it can’t happen. They are adorable, as are their parents. I found the story to be fun and quite entertaining. The boat trip was a hoot. The romance and the adventures just all pulled everything together. The writing was fresh and contemporary. It was also nice to read a new story with an AMBW flair. Shifter tales add so much to the story. Overall, a fun and romantic story (with some steam), that’s quite enjoyable and a great read.

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Fallen Star (The Divine Devils Book 2) by R Weir – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Fallen Star: The Divine Devils Book 2Fallen Star: The Divine Devils Book 2 by R. Weir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dang, Hunter Devine is one of the hottest former U.S. Marshalls out there. This author has written one of the best series I have come across yet and I have been so excited to read this book, the second in this series. Hunter Devine is a man of action, yet has a conscience to keep him honest. These characters are so real that you feel like you are right there. The action keeps you turning the page. You just have to know what’s coming next. The story just grabbed you. I was glued from page one. I’ve not often come across ebooks that keep me glued to my phone but this author does. The action and drama are just nonstop. There is nothing I don’t love. Denver and the Front Range are my old stomping grounds so it’s also fun to try to look for places I may know in his writing as I go along. Who needs James Bond? Hunter Devine and his team are my favorite agents.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Notebook Mysteries Haunted ChristmasNotebook Mysteries Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins

Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas is the next installment in Notebook Mysteries. I’m a huge fan of not only this author but this series. I love me a wonderfully written Historical Cozy Mystery and this author tops my list. This is a standalone and you don’t have to have read the others to enjoy this one but id highly recommend reading them as they give you a idea pf what has been going on and you get to know the characters better. Emma is once again back and this time we are prepping for the Christmas Holiday . What will happen when Emma is asked to investigate a haunted mansion? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. This is a short story that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. I look forward to reading many more books by this author.

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The Aloha Series Box Set (Books 1 – 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Kelli Harper

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Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series of 3 stories are all based in Hawaii. The first two books are about surfers and while I would have enjoyed getting Bones’s story in the third book. There was definitely a story to tell about Claudia and Henry in book 3.
Keoni and Mary Lou were up first in Try Easy and it is a very sweet story. The start as strangers and she is visiting Hawaii for 2 weeks then heading back home to her boyfriend and the plan they have for their lives.
Keoni is never going to allow himself to fall for a tourist. But life has a way of raising its head and showing you that you are wrong.

Book 2 Try Me is Declan and Pearl’s story, him a professional surfer and she is a cigarette girl and surfing is a passion of hers. Their story is a fake relationship tale, where they end up falling in love. Both characters have lost someone they love to the waves that they crave. Can they make it ?

Book 3 is Claudia and Henrys story. Claudia is a bit part actress just trying to get a big break and Henry is a stunt man. Their story is also set in Hawaii and is just as riviting as the other two stories in this series.

You will fall in love will all of the characters and their stories and it will keep you turning pages

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Alisa Boomer

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1)Unearthly Magik by Matilda Reyes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Matilda Reyes is officially one of my favorite fantasy authors! Ave is a kickass heroine in the rough-and-tumble mystery taking place in the magical side of Manhattan. She & her two best friends started a detective agency for magical mysteries & the story just takes off! It is fast-paced, easy-to-read, & just makes it so hard to put down!! I am absolutely read the rest of this series!

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Rayne East

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 2)Felines and Fatalities by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kitties, Kafe and Kat-astrophes
Book 2 of A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery series has Ellie hosting a cat show for the rescue kitties. As with the first book in the series this was a cute cozy mystery with fun banter and a zany story that has a pinch of romance. Detective Dare is right there along with the feisty feline Templeton. Loving this series and can’t wait to see what the crew gets up to next.

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jo Frizzell

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These were adorable! I love the themes of teamwork and camaraderie in both! The pictures were fabulous and dinosaurs are always cool! The kids I know will love them! Their parents will like them too, because with a strong focus on working with others and friendship, they demonstrate healthy skills and relationship traits while still having a good storyline to keep the littles interested.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Rayne East

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Intriguing
This dual timeline thriller had me engaged from the start. It is a multi-layered story, centred on soul mates and discovering events from the past. I loved the descriptiveness, the imagery of Venice and the pacing of the adventure. The relationship between Nick and Julia was not overly done and felt a bit forced at times but that could be due to the contrast to the soul mate connection. This is book 1 and it will be interesting to see where book 2 goes.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Jules Herbert

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun read this book is! Jake is done with dating after yet another girl he was dating was only interested in his bank account. He is just so sick and tired of it all. At a poker night his friends talk him into going on some Blind dates where his friends choose the girls he will date. He agrees as long as they also go on dates as well. This opens up to the rest of the series which I personally am excited for. Anyway back to the story, the dates are held in a completely darkened restaurant adding new meaning to the term Blind date. As you can imagine this creates some interesting times for sure. I don’t want to say too much more about the storyline as I don’t want to give too much away. Just know that this very talented author created a great storyline and wonderful characters, both main and side characters, that I just can’t wait meet again in the next book.

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The Aloha Series Box Set ( Books 1-3 ) by Jill Brashear – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is so good! I loved reading about Hawaii and the characters lives there. I absolutely adore Lou and all of her growth! I have to say she is probably my favorite character out of all three books. Honestly there is a lot of character growth in all of the books but Lou really stuck with me. The descriptions of Hawaii are absolutely amazing and make you feel as though you are there. I would love for Bones to have a story and to know if things go back to Penny. These stories are very well written and I definitely want to read more from this author! They have a really great and easy story telling style.

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Sarah King

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My niece and nephew always love when I bring them a new Wickstrom story book; she is one of their favorite authors. This book was even more exciting for them, two stories in one. These stories followed Dino friends Conifer and Spike on two different adventures. Along the way the two learn about kindness, working together, and understanding just to name a few skills. The story is well written and with excellent illustrations. I would recommend this as well as Wickstrom’s other books for elementary ages kids, or kids that are struggling with their reading levels. Overall an adorable story with a moral.

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Scepter Of Fire (The Vigilant Book 2) by LM Preston Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

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Scepter Of Fire (Vigilant, #2)Scepter Of Fire by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dexter has been a pawn for long enough. He has always been tortured and abused for the sins of his father, but not anymore. Dex is a really great addition to the series. L.M. Preston is growing to be one of my favorite authors, I can’t wait for the next book.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Darian Donaldson

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had everything you’d want out of a romance book! Second chance lovers and a love triangle! Yes, please! It was full of drama and passion, and I couldn’t put it down. The characters are relatable, and the writing had great detail. The ending left off perfectly for the next book, and I can’t wait for it!

Reviewed by @darianamee21

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Aloha Series Bookset 1-3 by Jill Brashear – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This amazing book series allows you to travel to the Hawaiian islands, experience some whirlwind romances and live within the 1960s era. Brashear has an incredible ability in illustrating her words to truly transform the reader into her world of beauty, romance, and interpersonal relationships. These books were so enjoyable and easy to read.
Each of the books deal with a different story of characters caught up in their romantic whirlwind. Quite a bit of themes to be expected are drama, love triangle, being in the public eye, family connections, and many more. What I personally loved most about the book series was being transported to the 1960s vibe of Hawaii. I’ve never traveled there and it truly feels through reading their travels and exploration as the essence of the story takes place helps you enjoy a bit of paradise. Great beach read!

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Hungry Business: A Gothic Story about the Horrors of Dating by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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Hungry BusinessHungry Business by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is told from a second person point of view which makes the story different. I liked the unique dating during a pandemic plot and how this storyline could metaphorically be compared to how one work l would feel dating in the real world. The dating life of the main character is dark but humorous at the same time! I enjoyed the dating game adventure and recommend this short story!
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Brandy Vaughn, September 2022

From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan – Review by Stephanie Nicole

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From Brick & DarknessFrom Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I only have one word for this book, AMAZING!!!! This is a semi new author to me but so far this is my favorite novel by our author and currently my favorite read for September. Wouldn’t it be great if every wish you made came true? But what do you do when your wish goes haywire? This amazing, and gritty ya fantasy novel is just that. Our author is descriptive, the characters are amazing and unique, and the story as a whole is original and we’ll put together. So if your looking for a new fantasy novel make sure you pick this one up today.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Christie Mitchum

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic, emotional second chance romance!!!

Mavis and Josh were high school sweethearts who had a wonderful future planned together, that is until an unplanned pregnancy upended all those dreams. Mavis made a choice she thought would be best for all of them, but as it turned out, it wasn’t good for anyone. Josh went on to attain his dreams, but his heart never healed from the loss of Mavis and the questions left unanswered in the wake of her leaving him. Now, ten years later the past will collide with the future and that secret along with another bombshell will come to light, and the broken pieces of their hearts may never be put back together again.

I was hooked from the very first page, and I have truly been in a reading slump, and Julie Navickas got me out of it!!!! I was in love with most of the characters, especially the main three…Josh, his brother, Austin, and Mavis. They were far, far from perfect, but their imperfections are what made me love them. Their relationships were messy and complicated but full of love and forgiveness.

While this book does involve a love triangle, it is done so differently and so realistically. I could actually see why Mavis fell in love with both brothers, and she loved them in very different ways. Yes, she does make a choice! I believe that the flashes to the past clearly show the close relationship both Josh and Austin had with her and their genuine love for her.

Navickas is a phenomenal storyteller. She completely wrapped me up in the story and had me totally invested in her characters. On top of that, her writing is fantastic, almost lyrical! Can’t wait to see what happens in the next two books!

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Hungry Business: A Gothic Story about the Horrors of Dating by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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Hungry BusinessHungry Business by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Though very short, I feel like we were able to see a wide variety of things in this gothic horror tale. The way the author crafted this story makes dating shine in a more sinister, yet oddly relatable, light. At times, the dating game can seem like you’re risking more than just your self-esteem, as was shown in this book, and it’s easy to make the comparisons of sickness and rot – especially when it seems all the ‘dead’ are disguised as the ‘living’. And yet, you get pulled back into the mix of finding love for some compelling reason you can’t really fathom. I love how seamlessly this story weaves reality and metaphor and horror together with raw emotion and truth I feel really shines through to the reader. This wasn’t my first time reading this author’s works, and it certainly won’t be the last, but if you’re looking for a quick and slightly chilling read, you’ve found your book!

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Hairballs and Homicide (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hairballs and Homicide is the first book in A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery series. I read these out of order but recommend best enjoyed reading them in order. The series is a lighthearted, cozy mystery series that is a fun, quick read. Ellie owns a cat cafe and runs into trouble when a body is found behind the cafe. Can Ellie solve the mystery with the help of her cat and the detective?
I enjoyed all of the characters, even the furry ones. The story is a nice break from the everyday. This book is for you if you enjoy a cozy mystery and like animals. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Daryian Lucas

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4/5 Stars
This is a second chance romance between a small group of friends that began in high school. Josh & Mavis have history and a love that can’t be quenched. Things take a turn when Mavis forms a relationship with Josh’s twin brother, Austin. Once Josh’s divorce is final, he decides to fight for his true love Mavis which unravels drama, secrets, and heartbreak. This book was cute and clean. I would’ve liked more depth to Josh & Mavis, but overall this is a sweet romance.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Elizabeth Rose

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Any novel that combines art, history, mystery and action is my kind of book. Add in a love story that involves time travel (but much more than your average time travel!) set in the beautiful city of Venice and you have one of the best debut novels that I’ve ever read. The author does such an amazingly beautiful job of describing Venice that you truly feel like you are there. The characters are well developed, and I became invested in them from the beginning. All of this plus a surprise ending- don’t miss out on this one. As one reader stated, “think The DaVinci Code meets Outlander”.

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 2)Felines and Fatalities by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Felines and Fatalities is the second book in the A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery series. I hadn’t read this author before but was not disappointed with this introduction. Ellie, her cafe, and her cats make for a fun, quick read. I enjoyed Ellie and how she goes about solving the murder of a competition judge. The story is lighthearted and fun. The characters, especially the cats, are an entertaining bunch that adds to the story.
I thought this was a nice cozy mystery, and I look forward to reading more from this author soon.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Nina Maes

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Great adventurous book. It will capture your heart and mind for the first chapter. It has it all history, love and art. Fast read and will keep you wanting to see what is going to happen next. This is mixture of thriller, suspense and mystery. I am looking forward to next book.

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great adventurous book. It will capture your heart and mind for the first chapter. It has it all history, love and art. Fast read and will keep you wanting to see what is going to happen next. This is mixture of thriller, suspense and mystery. I am looking forward to next book.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted ChristmasNotebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Once again The Notebook series delivers! I have loved ready every one of these books and I continue to look forward to each one.
The stories engage the reader and keep our attention throughout! The historical aspect is always accurate and the characters are lovely!

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Battling Beckett by T. Christensen – Review by Kiana Corley

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Battling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother RomanceBattling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a great read. I enjoyed the storyline and the character development. This book is excellent if you like reading books from multiple points-of-views. It was nice to see how each of the two characters thought and felt at certain times.

In this book, you will fall in love with Greer. She is a strong girl that tries to take on all her battles alone and in silence—determined not to use others or the wealth they have. She gets thrown to the wolves by a person that should have shielded her. Then there is Beckett, the teenager that has it all. Money, status, friends, and a determination to never let a girl close.

What happens when two people from different worlds come together under one roof? Will there be sparks or fire? What if what is wrong feels right?

Want to know what happens with these two read and find out.

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From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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From Brick & DarknessFrom Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I very much enjoyed this coming of age, YA, fantasy book with a dark twist and a side of murder. I enjoyed the characters and the relationships between them. I got a Harry Potter vibe from the 3 main characters, Baxter and his two friends Jason and Ashley. Baxter and Jason are best friends, who end up befriending Ashley who is the know it all at school and who they previously didn’t like. But when Baxter accepts the ring and unleashes his own Djinn, a type of genie, he is going to need some help in figuring it all out. I loved how all of the characters interacted with one another, and even though it was a fantasy book, the actions of the characters, felt natural and realistic. I really loved the relationship between Bax and his mom as well. The author did a great job with the character developments and how they matured and grew. Just as we think things are beginning to get wrapped up, the author throws another curve ball into the mix. This is a great novel for both teens and adults who enjoy fantasy with a dark twist.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Kylean Sprosty

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nick and his wife Julia go to Venice on a dream trip. When Nick starts to hear voices coming from a painting, his wife assumes it has something to do with a head injury from a hockey game. As Nick dives deeper into the voices he hears, he discovers that he is connecting to a past life and the voices are from his lover from that time. Secret orders are discovered revealing that souls have been trapped in the painting. Secrets, romance, and mystery, what more can you ask from a book?!

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River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Helen Dawkins

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An excellent combination of fantasy and history. This is the first book I have read by the author Cheryl Burman, and she did not disappoint. The story begins with the main character Hester, at 8 years old listening, talking and playing with the river. But Hester understands the river on a different level than the normal person, and she thought she was the only one until she met a mysterious man one day who said he could also talk to and understand Sabrina, the river. The man follows Hester throughout the years in her thoughts. There is a time jump, and then the POV changes back and forth between Hester and the mystery man, Aaron. Hester wants to learn about healing others naturally. There is a little romance added with Hester. This is not a straight away happily ever after, there is a good bit of learning and hardships Hester must go through. I could not put this book down and was constantly finding myself cheering for Hester to find her place, her happiness, and her own abilities. Cheryl did an amazing job with character development as well at describing the setting. I highly recommend this book!

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Codi Parham

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Prisoner of Paradise

Love through the ages. I was hooked from the start and could not wait to see how the story of Nick and Julia would unfold. Suspense, adventure, history, and a but of mystery. I am anxious to see what will happen in Book 2!

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River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Getting power with the water. Having them tempt you to drown yourself. Yet walking by river to call yourself. Then having a daughter and her having the same temptation. Then going to war and having river on your side. Hester deals with all this.

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