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The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by La Toya Lewis

The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About is a children’s book by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada. It is part of their Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series. Lorna and CJ are learning how to keep Porter and Midge safe in this book. They learn what to do for the dogs until their final vaccinations. They also learn what to do to keep the dogs as well as others safe when they are out and about. This is a very helpful guide for old and new pet owners. The book is easy to read. The instructions are given in a fun story but are easy to follow. The illustrations are clear and fun. This is another must-have pet care book.

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Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Angela Shirley

Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Storm, Marcus and Barrington were inseparable when they were young, although the attraction was there between all three of them they decide one night to delve into the chemistry. Although they loved each other with Marcus and Barrington being from a wealthy family, Storm was always seen as below them in there family circles.

One night Storm hears what there families truly think of her and she then decides to pursue her career within the DEA leaving the cousins to live there lives. Roll on four years later and when a operation goes wrong Storm is left with emotional and physical scars to recover from but when she is home Marcus and Barrington show up and restore faith in Storm slowly with there love and patience.

Can they make it work and can Storm trust the two cousins with her heart?

This is the fifth book in this series and although this is a series, this book can be read as a stand alone although there are some over laps with the previous books you can follow the story easily.

I loved the chemistry and relationships between all three of the main characters and the love they have for each other jumps of the page. There are some trigger topics with the scenes when Storm is held captive but this adds to the story and how remarkable the character of Storm is to try and overcome the experiences.

I have always liked Marcus and Barrington from the previous stories but they just are cemented more and more in my heart after sticking up for Storm with there family and living their lives they way they want to is just refreshing to read. The chemistry jumps off the page and the story is intense and flows brilliant which will have you staying up all night finishing this brilliant story.

I can’t wait to read more from this author.

The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Kerry Baker

The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and AboutThe Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another delightful book following the adventures of Porter and Midge. This time, they need to learn basic training to take part in a parade. As usual, this book takes an important, educational matter relating to dogs and teaches it to children in a fun and entertaining way. Both of my kids loved learning about what is involved in training dogs, and everything they need to learn.
The illustrations fit perfectly with the story being told and really help to bring it to life. Each book in this series is just as good as the last and we definitely enjoyed this on in our household.

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Kerry Baker

The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is another great adventure of Sparky. It is always nice to get to see more of this character. She is feisty and always interesting to read about. Her latest adventure is just as intriguing as the others. She has to find a way to prove Bookie was framed for murder. But with so much going on around this, it definitely turns out to be a tough challenge.
This is a well written mystery story with a fun and quirky character at its centre. The book (and the series) is truly enjoyable to read and I look forward to each new book that I start. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I cannot wait to read the next one in the series.

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Kerry Carr

Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really enjoyable romcom read. It is a fun, steamy second chance romance. It is a story about losing everything in your life, rebuilding your life over again in a new place and finding love when you least expect it.
Kenna life falls apart in the space of one week. First she finds out her husband is cheating on her and then the promotion she worked so hard for was given to someone else.
On the verge of a breakdown she takes the chance and leaves to take care of her aunty’s estate. This is where she meets her aunt’s neighbour Don.
Their relationship to begin with was definately dislike at first sight.
As they spend time together feelings change but they both have things they are working on. Kenna needs to work on rediscovering herself and rebuilding her life, meanwhile Don is hiding a secret a secret of his own.
Will this be their second chance of a happy ever after?

This was a really enjoyable read. I loved the characters and how they communicated with each other. One thing I also loved was the story being told from the point of view of both our main characters so you get the complete story instead of a one sided story. This is definately a holiday read for me.

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series) by Lynn Wood – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series #1)Secrets, Lies and Betrayals by Lynn Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lea’s earliest memory is one of tragedy and it has shaped her whole life. As she navigates the world as anonymously as possible, she finds her passion but never a love that others seem to find. How can she when she lives a half-life? Her constant protector, who is more of a father than her biological one, with her maternal grandmother push her to look outside of herself and to live life. About the time she sees a glimmer of a possible future with an Italian Conte, she finds herself once more in the midst of tragedy. Can she take all the lessons that life has handed her over the years and put it to good use? Or will she be destined to be a shadow of the person she could have been if tragedy never touched her?

This book was not what I expected it to be. It follows Lea’s story loosely but catches the highlights of what really seem to shape her. I spent a lot of time thinking that I knew what was coming, only to be surprised it didn’t take the turn that I expected it to. There were also moments where I thought the story was wrapping up, only to be pleasantly surprised that it kept going. I found it interesting that someone so young and sheltered could speak so easily to thousands of people. While there are a lot of political points made, I did not find them divisive which is refreshing. All in all, it was a good read for the times that we are in.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Finn Cunningham

Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spirit Guide is book 3 in the wonderfully written Madame Chalalmet Ghost Mysteries series by Byrd Nash. I had fallen in love with this series from book one, and I’ve just become addicted to this author! I definitely recommend reading these in order, this one has a lot of answers we’ve been waiting for. Don’t let that fool you though, this one will ALSO leave you with tons of questions! I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on the next in the series, Grey Lady is calling my name!

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The Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Crystal Brehant

The Ghastly GumballThe Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a fun read! It was silly and so very funny! I laughed out loud so many times. I love Naomi’s writing and her stories. They are always such a joy to read. It doesn’t matter what her book is about, I am instantly pulled in and just want to consume the entire thing in one sitting.
I really don’t know what to say exactly about this story in particular. The characters are unique, hilarious, and just wacky. I highly suggest just picking this book for a very entertaining quick read!

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have so enjoyed this series. Part of my enjoyment comes from it being set in the 1920’s. It was such a different time back then. The speech, the people, all of it was so unique to us in this current time period. Not to sound like a cliche but Sparky is one of the most spunky characters I’ve met in a book this year. For a young one, she’s got the fear but she’ll protect her people and usually finds herself in trouble. This book is a wonderful mystery. So many little twists and turns make it a fun read. I like books like that. I’m bored if I can figure out the killer in the first little bit. The story is so well done. The detail and the characters really make you feel the history as you’re reading. It’s an enjoyable read. I’d recommend for lovers of historical mysteries.

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Jayme Raffauf

Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Super cute, funny, and romantic beach read! Dec and Kenna are hilarious and such an interesting match up. Their unusual pairing due to Aunt Maeve’s will and the chain of events leading up to that moment get the reader hooked right from the start. So many laughs and some great romance, interesting parent dynamics and a great cast of characters makes for a great and very quick read. Makes me want to head straight to the Florida keys! Another great book from Marika Ray!

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Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 2) by MK Harkins – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #2)Red by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fairy godmother-in-training, Merilee, has to fix a mess she might have accidentally caused. George’s true love is right in front of him, but he still pines for his high school sweetheart. Is he going to wait too long and miss out on his true love? Not if Merilee and her crew can correct all the mishaps from the past. This was a fun, lighthearted, young-adult read.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Megan Rea

Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a cute, grumpy/sunshine romcom that has just the right amount of spice and characters that you will fall head over heels for then look no further and grab Salt Love now. I could not put this book down and would have absolutely read it in one sitting if I didn’t have to be a responsible adult. Ray’s writing is phenomenal and her ability to develop her characters is spectacular. This is the first book I’ve read by Ray solely, but it won’t be the last. I cannot tell you how hard it was for me to put this book down when I had to adult. I loved Kenna and Dec’s story and I absolutely loved how Ray developed them as characters both individually and together. I cannot wait to pick up another of Ray’s books. This is the perfect summer read!
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Rose McCaskey

In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In the Midst of Omens is set in a period of time where the Gods are prevalent. The main character is part God and the king of Uruk. He wants to leave an impact and be remembered after his death which has caused him to seek the future and not appreciate the present until his God mother and first wife pray for someone to help him see what he is missing while pursuing a change to his fate. The story is about finding your purpose, seeing and appreciating the present including what you already have, and admitting love for another. It’s a good story even if I did struggle with some of the names.

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Trusting Love (The Oath Series) by Lacey Furr – Review by Barbara Bohls

Trusting Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 1)Trusting Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the series and if I am being honest, I read this book second. That being said, y’all can read these in an order and not feel lost. I met these characters in the other book that I read and was super excited to be able to read their story. This book has all the feels. The characters have bene hurt in the past and are trying to learn to let things go in order to move forward. The emotions that the author is able to construe will have you feeling everything that the characters do. I am a sucker for books that make me feel. I felt he anger, the sorrow, the loss, the love, the cheekiness of their banter, the giggles, and it made me like this book even more. This is a quick read because you will fall in love with the story. The characters in this book don’t necessarily have the easiest road to love but they road they do have feels so beneficial and healing. I loved both books that I have read in this series and look forward to reading the third. These are just feel good romance books that gives the reader an escape.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Finding Love (The Oath Series) by Lacey Furr – Review by Barbara Bohls

Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and it can be read as a stand alone. I actually read this book before reading the first one in the series. The writing style of the author is amazing as then make the words and story line flow throughout the book. I found it to be a quick read because of this. The characters are amazing and have the cutest meet cute in this book that hooked me for the rest of the book. I liked the chemistry that the characters have and that the families accept the other. It is just a really cute quick read. The other characters in the book are the ones that you will meet throughout the series in other books. They don’t play a huge part in the books that aren’t theirs but they are there for support. It is a great way to draw the reader into the series and give them just a taste of what the other books hold. This book definitely makes the reader feel all the emotions that the characters are feeling. I can’t wait to read the rest in this trilogy.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t wait to get into this one having met Rachel in the previous book …..it was good to catch up with a few others as well

Again , loving the cover and no I don’t want to join them unless it’s for a good meal 🤣😉

So Rachel really doesn’t have a good track record with men and when she gets stood up at dinner it’s the delectable Miguel that comes to her rescue and man he’s just perfect 😍 I think she may have just struck gold this time round

I don’t think Miguel knew what he was letting himself in for when he came to Rachel’s rescue in his restaurant. He’s also been broken hearted but he decides to move on and I’m grateful it’s with Rachel…. She’s one lucky gal that’s for sure! He’s got a beautiful heart , he’s really easy on the eye and he can cook , that’s a great package deal right there 🥰🤣

Rachel and Miguel have chemistry that’s for sure and they’re great together! I didn’t want their story to end but if their’s ends there’s another to follow so I know I’m just know I’m going to love Rose’s story 🥰😉

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Trusting Love – Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book1 by Julie Navickas – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Trusting Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 1)Trusting Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loving the cover art and I wish I could just climb in and join them 🤣😉

Tess was married before and unfortunately she was unfaithful which led to the end of her marriage but I’m not playing judge and jury so I’ll leave it there for now …. she also runs the local paper and let’s face it newspapers are dying out especially our local small town editions but she’s trying I’ll give her that much ….she’s burnt her fingers with relationships and doesn’t think she’ll be in one again , that is until Ryan crosses her path 😉

Ryan and Mitch are in business together , they flip houses and they’re good at it . Mitch let’s Ryan know that he’s going to take a sabbatical of sorts as his wife is having their first little one and for that I love him but it does leave Ryan in a bit of a pinch , Mitch suggest he runs an as in the paper for handyman jobs and that’s when his path crosses with Tess’s 🔥 it was instant attraction but Ryan has some really strong boundaries and with Tess’s past I’m a little worried , she needs to play open cards from the start …,,

So Ryan and Tess are soooooo good together but Tess is trying to hide her past which naturally will cause a few hiccups but it was fun watching them together they just flow really and Tess gets an added bonus in Rachel as a friend , I’d say she got a 2 for one SPECIAL🥰

I laughed , I cried , I got frustrated but I also learnt , again , that being honest is always the best because with that comes forgiveness , healing and redemption which then leads to growth , peace , love , joy and happiness and isn’t that what we all want !?

Looking forward to see what happens next 😉❣️📚

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Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shelly Kittell

Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has been an amazing series to read so far. This is Marcus, Storm & Barrington’s story. It is intense. I found myself feeling all the emotions as I went through this story. This story is definitely spicy. It’s also got action and drama. There’s a lot going on. Some familiar faces from Club Nexus pop in and make an appearance. This is an amazing story. This is one of those that I by her stories because I know they will always fascinate.

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The Fallen Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book #5) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Angela Hayes

The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 5)The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

The Fallen Man is the fifth and final book in The Olympic Peninsula series by Cat Treadgold. This is a series that just seems to get better and better with each new instalment- which made this a bit of a bittersweet read, knowing it was the final instalment.
It is a heartwarming and emotional romance that also has a bit of a ‘family saga’ feel., so I highly recommend reading the rest of the series, so you are able to fully appreciate the family dynamics, character development, and interconnected details that come with each book.
The author has imbued the story (and series) with plenty of heart & soul. Her characters are wonderful- cleverly crafted individuals with their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. Adding their own stamp on the series, which definitely wouldn’t be the same without them.
The story is sweet and tender in parts, but with enough drama and angst to keep me flipping the pages to discover how everything plays out in the end. I love how Ms. Treadgold has written a story/series with so many layers, facets, and interconnected details, which makes for quite an engrossing read.
This is Edward O’Connell’s story, he’s the eldest of the O’Connell’s — and what a story he has to tell… From priesthood to finding love unexpectedly- his story is a journey of discovery, in more ways than one. Edward and Lisette’s story was worth the wait, and they were perfect together. Again, as with the other O’Connell sibling’s stories, this grabbed my heartstrings, and plucked them, hard- making for a sweet, heartwarming, emotional, and memorable read…
Looking forward to more from Ms. Treadgold.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Cat Treadgold!

 

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Handshake Agreement (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Crystal Jimmo

The Handshake AgreementThe Handshake Agreement by A. Akinosho
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not a huge age gap fan, but this book was really really good. I absolutely wanted to throttle Declan at the start of the book when he promised Anna the world and then left her at the alter. The heartbreak that Anna went through, I just wanted to hug her and keep her from the world. When Declan came back into her life I wanted him to just leave and not come back. The ups and down put me through the wringer. When problems would arise and the communication broke down I got really frustrated. I really enjoyed reading this book, and the storyline was written really well and put together.

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Crystal Jimmo

Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book made me do a lot of belly laughs. I absolutely loved Kenna, she was delt a bad hand in the beginning and I had felt really bad. But seeing as she grew throughout the book and meeting up with Dec and getting to know him was something to see. Dec kind of reminded me of a little bit of grumpy cat, until Kenna thawed him out. The ups and downs that they both went through was hard. But this book had a few good laughs that got me going. I enjoyed reading this book by Markia. I can’t wait to read more by her!

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Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Ashley Lape

Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OOMG!! This book is S.T.E.A.M.Y! Storm, Marcus and Barrington were inseparable growing up. Cousins Marcus and Barrington were from a very wealthy family, and Storm’s parents were immigrants who worked hard for their money. Storm broke up their group by going off to become a DEA agent. Unfortunately before leaving Storm learns how the cousin’s family felt about her. Storm rushes off before the cousins can stand up for her honor. Fast forward four years, Storm is undercover with the DEA when she becomes a captive on a mission to bring down Colombian drug lords and goes desperately wrong. She endures torture that leaves her on the brink of death but she has her love for Marcus and Barrington that has helped to keep her alive. After being moved to another location Storm tries to map her escape but just hours after her arrival at her new location gun fire engulfs the silence of the evening. Once rescued by a fellow DEA agent Storm must heal from not only her wounds from the beating but being shot. Storm gets cleared to leave the hospital and all she can think about is Marcus and Barrington but she can’t bring herself to reach out to them. But the boys don’t take long to arrive at her parent’s house. Hoping to pick up right where they left off that night four years ago, the boys have big dreams for Storm. Only if Storm is willing to allow her desire to be fulfilled. I did not read the other books in this series but I will be reading the other books! I was hooked from the start and it was not what I was expecting. I thought it would follow Storm’s life in the DEA more. However, I loved every single page of this book!!

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Anantha Rusum

Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a precious book. I have read more books in this series and each book is a gem. Especially if you are a pet owner or love animals, you will find that the books in these series highlight subtle points which we might have overlooked in the past. Told from the point of view of two kittens, Oscar and Emmy, these topics raise awareness and urge the owners to be more responsible.
In this book, Oscar and Emmy encounter a hurricane. This book talks about emergency preparedness, and discusses in detail the disaster preparedness kit which has to be made ready for pets, especially you live in areas prone to natural calamities.
The kit should contain food, medication, dog collars, leash, potty bags etc which will be required for your pet.
This is such an educative book and told in such a light way to the kids, We adults have a lot more to learn too from this series. Highly recommend.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Lucy Machard

In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I freaking LOVED this book from page one. From all the re-written myths and stories that we see, Gilgamesh is NEVER even thought of! I thought the entire idea was genius, and I loved the writing style of the author. I couldn’t put it down! My inner historian heart is so happy from this!! Can’t wait for book two!!!

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anantha Rusum

Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love all the books from this author. So, it is opposite day at school and the clever and enthusiastic Dinopotomus is tasked to bring a big box of things. Opposite day means that they get to break the rules and disobey instructions, but only if they get it right. When Dinopotomus is tasked with a challenge, he has to put his thinking cap on to think the problem through and solve it.
It is such a fun loving book for kids, they learn about opposites. The illustrations and bright and colorful.
I enjoyed this book very much.

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series) by Lynn Wood – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series #1)Secrets, Lies and Betrayals by Lynn Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secrets, Lies and Betrayals was a pretty packed book. It was not at all what I expected- I don’t typically read the synopsis of books, I go off the title and cover art. This book started out intense, then fell into a bit of a romance story, then ended intense again. It all came together nicely, but I was having a hard time matching the cover to what was going on- then it all falls into place about 3/4 of the way through the book. I see this is going to be a series, which I am happy for. But I am a little thrown off that its a first boo, and a Maxwell Cole novel. While Max did play a vital role, he was not the main character. Secondarily, I hoped the author built on the Conte more- I thought, and kind of hoped, the story would go his direction and turn into a bit of a mafia type story. But, I did enjoy it. I want to know more about Charlie. As it seemed like there was a backstory there, on how Lea knew him. So while I enjoyed the book a lot, there was a lot of dots that I felt weren’t connecting for me. Perhaps the next book will tie those up.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Beverly Finnie

In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Have you ever just chosen to read a book just by its cover? Well for me this is one of those times. It didn’t pan out as I hoped but that’s okay. In the Midst of Omens has a cover the lures a reader in. It’s just a matter if this is your type of story or not. In my case it wasn’t but that doesn’t mean it was bad. The author put together a well written story of a man drunk on power. A goddess wanting to bring him down. And another man who is waiting in the wings for his calling. Brought together in a bit of a triangle but what’s the saying two’s company 3’s a crowd.
Gilgamesh is drunk on power & ambition. Human to a fault though he possesses immortal powers that he inherited from his goddess mother. He needs an heir but 2 things stand in his way. They need immortal blood, that’s the law. As well as if he shows any of his children favoritism he may have sentenced them to death. Because the goddess Inanna would love nothing more than to destroy him. Why not through his children. She has plans for him.
So when wolf raised Enkidu has been called upon to help rein Gilgamesh in it brings on a whole nother wrath from Inanna, but it’s just what he needs.
What will be the end result?
How will Gilgamesh and Enkidu navigate the path they landed on together?
Premise for a wonderful story. If you like battle, revenge, god and goddess lore then this book is for you. I, on the other hand, am going to look into other books by this author because they tell stories rather well.

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The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Out and About is another Porter and Midge story, that I read with my 8 year old. He loves dogs and enjoys reading these stories about him. The dogs owners, Lora and CJ want to take their dogs to a 4th of July parade. But, before they can do that, they need to give the dogs some more training, so they are prepared. The dogs need to learn to remain calm around new people, places, noises and smells. The kids do a great job training their dogs, and giving them toooons of treats. But, their hard work paid off, and they all got to enjoy the parade. The timing of us reading this book was perfect, as we are 4 days off from the 4th of July and attending our own parade. Luckily, we aren’t taking our dog, but with the help of this book, my son knows what to do to prepare for next year.

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Anantha Rusum

Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I simply loved this book. It is a very unique cozy mystery story. Cat is a night custodian of a Fairy Tale Forest amusement park. Zoe is a cat, who along with other feral felines is responsible for keeping the vermin out of the amusement park. When an unexpected death occurs in the park, this unusual duo set off to solve the mystery picking up a series of clues.

The book has unusual protagonists, the setting is unique. The book is fast paced and humorous. It is a clear winner. I will be picking more from this series.

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Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Michelle Austin

Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. This author continues to pull me in with her books. This one certainly did not disappoint. If you like 2nd chance romance with some very steamy moments then you will enjoy this book and series. Storm, Barrington, and Marcus have a history. When it’s made very clear Storm isn’t good enough she takes off for a while, when she returns things change quickly. Barrington and Marcus don’t plan on losing her again. Overall I really enjoyed this book. All of the characters were great. We get several twists and turns that added a great element to the story. I can’t wait to read more from this author and series. You can read the books in the series as stand alones but I suggest reading from book one. 1-click and get started today.

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