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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Mandy Ott

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Exiled SouthExiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Exiled South started off a little slower and different than I imagined. However, the hardships the main character, Lizbeth, faces in the beginning of the book help push her to continue her journey later in the story. Harriet Cannon delivered wonderful characters and amazing settings from around the world! I enjoy genealogy and familial history so this was definitely a book I could got into. I found Lizbeth a little too sensitive during some of the more tense situations, but it made her character that much more believable. I enjoyed the author’s use of illustrative writing when describing the various places in the story, from the shoreline of South Carolina, to the beaches of the Bahamas and Rio de Janeiro. I look forward to reading more from Harriet Cannon in the future.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Kristy Nelson

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m so happy I found this author. Her way of writing is an entire storytelling experience. This book grabbed my attention from the very beginning and I was hooked all the way through. She has this way of making you feel completely immersed in the world she has built. I can’t wait to read the next installment!

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The Traveler ( The Traveler, Book 1 ) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Carla Clemmons

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Very interesting read! I’m all for science fiction and this one is a very interesting concept. Its a very detailed story told from Tristans and the travelers point of view. I like how the book is broken up into different parts. I really enjoyed reading about the travelers journey. The story flows really well and was easy to follow. It will even pull on your heart strings a little! Definitely worth the read!

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Tally and the Angel: Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Alexandria Richard

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Tally and the Angel Book Two, CanadaTally and the Angel Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Highly recommend for a fun, adventurous read! A fun middle school novel!

4.5 stars rounded up.

This novel likely car be read by advanced readers in 5th grade or anyone in middle school. I know there were some words I needed to look up, which I enjoy. This novel does reference some of the people Tally met while in India, book 1 in the series, but Canada holds up on its own as a stand alone.

Here, Tally’s dad is so proud of her for her strength and job well done since arriving in India that he takes her on a trip to the Yukon in Canada. Talk about one extreme temperature to another!

I really enjoyed the small tidbits of real world things that are talked about in the beginning, (nose hairs freezing anyone?!) and how life differs when you’re somewhere that gets so cold. I enjoyed meeting the new supporting cast, Mar, Earl, Amka, etc. and who could forget about the sled dogs!

Of course this wouldn’t be an adventurer novel without an adventure (besides the setting of middle of nowhere, Yukon, Canada). Here, Tally must help people in a local village to figure out a riddle/mystery. We see more of Jophiel, the Angel, and his influence on Tally, as well as imparting life lessons. There is some mysticism that occurs, which as a fantasy reader I thoroughly enjoyed.

I highly recommend this novel for fun and adventure.

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by stephanie nicole

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is possibly one of the best paranormal romances that I have ever read. While this is book six in the series if you haven’t read the previous books, you can moat certainly read this one as a stand alone. This paranormal romance is fun, sexy, and humorous. The plot and the characters are phenomenal, and the word building is increidble. Katrina has a phenomenal dating app going in New Orleans and is enjoying her success, but what happens when sexy Gabe enters the picture? Will sparks fly? Will there be perfect chemistry?You’ll have to read this increible paranormal romance to find out for yourself.

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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Betsy Melano

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Exiled SouthExiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author. Like many people, I’d love to know more about my family history and this story sure stirred up some interest in looking into things. I really connected with Lisbeth as she digs into her family’s past, finding interesting details in her family history, what it was like during and after the civil war for them. The author did a wonderful job of showing how our choices lead to unexpected consequences. The story covered multiple generations and was easy to read and kept my interest. There are some tough points in the book that may be uncomfortable or may trigger some readers.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Corine Lombardi-Quiles

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was surprised that I enjoyed this book.
I am not a huge sci-FI fan but this author knows what she is doing.
So much happens in this story that you don’t know end game.
The traveler is this being that can take power over all.
But one human can be the savior or demise of man kind.
There are morals to this story that had me hooked.
By the end I did not know how to feel and I love it
So many different adventures go on in this story and I am telling you I may be addicted.
There is a book two and I cant wait.
Love the characters and the worlds that are created it is so creative and defined.
This is a top tier sci-FI read.

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling at Cons by Megan Mackie – Review by Rachel Moss

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling At ConsConQuest: The Art of Selling At Cons by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m going to start my review by saying this: I have never wrote a book, I have no intentions of writing one, and I never plan to get a booth at a con. However, if I ever were to do so, this book had a lot of good advice on doing so and how to go about it! The author included checklists, life stories about her experiences, and well meaning advice. For a quick help guide I thought this was very practical and straight to the point. For an author or artist trying to get involved in a con I highly recommend this book! I think it could help anyone who’s wanting to get out there and do it!

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Felicia Bates

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swipe Right to Bite was a cleverly fun read from start to finish. I love a book that has me smiling ear to ear and this stand alone read had that and more. The storyline was unique and fun all the while fast paced. This is the first book I’ve read out of the New Orleans Nocturne series and not once did I feel confused or out of place. I am definitely interested in reading more from this author/series in the future.

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a fun read right from the start! This is my first read in this series, but I did not feel lost at all, so I don’t think its necessary to read the others before this one. That being said, I definitely intend to catch up cause this book was great!

Katrina is a fiery succubus who is trying to fly under Satan’s radar to eventually be free from him, making her one frustrated demon! Gabe is an incubus who made a deal for his freedom, making him a little limp (IYKYK). Its too bad for them that their ventures cause them to clash, making New Orleans far too small for both. On the bright side, their clash definitely makes this an interesting read that you wont want to put down. The real question is, are they fooling each other, or themselves? Dun, dun, dun!!!

Seriously, if you are looking for a hilarious, steamy, and lite read with an HEA, pick up this book!

Reviewed by @asanabr1

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Erin Wolf

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been following this series from the beginning and could not wait to read this next installment. The hilarious style of writing, along with some steamy scenes and such memorable, unique characters are what really make this series so wonderful. The author has hit another home run with this one. Katrina and Gabe are great main characters, so good each on their own, but their interactions with each other are so much better. They are flawed, but they try. This is what makes them so believable. They love, although at least one of them isn’t quite sure exactly what that is. Putting a succubus and incubus together in this way was genius on the author’s part. The story around them is so good and fun, I could not put it down.

This book is not meant for the kiddies, but if you like your Paranormal Romance with steamy comments/scenes and snarky characters that aren’t afraid to swear, you need to pick up this book. It can be read as a stand-alone but I recommend the whole series because they are just that good!

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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Mikaela Insinger

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Exiled SouthExiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Exiled South” starts as a devastating loss that turns into a narrative of reconnecting with the self. The story is full of rich knowledge, depicting the history of the Southern states. The changing narratives and timelines brought an impactful force to the reader, giving feelings to the facts of history and a face to the people who lived during that time. An easy and good read for historical fiction junkies. My only qualm is some of the language the author used and the implied sympathy for the colonizers. Otherwise, great novel!

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Bethany Rucker

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BlindsidedBlindsided by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brock and Kirsa were best friends growing up. After Kirsa’s parents build her a treehouse, they end up bringing new people into their tiny group. In the beginning, everything is going great until something happens and everything changes. Brock ends up mad at Kirsa and ends up staying mad for a very long time. Kirsa ends up being bullied by many people they go to school with because of Brock’s promise to make her life difficult. During her senior year, Kirsa meets Rylan and he becomes a really good friend because he doesn’t mind standing up to Brock. Eventually, the truth is revealed, and Brock realizes that all these years he has been believing lies. He ends up regretting how he has been treating her. I really liked this book. In the beginning, I did not enjoy how Krisa was being treated, but I did really enjoy this book!

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling at Cons by Megan Mackie – Review by Naomi McDonald

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling At ConsConQuest: The Art of Selling At Cons by Megan Mackie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I picked up this book because I’ve been considering branching out into working events. It’s a quick read, which is nice. There’s not a bunch of unnecessary stuff to weed through. I liked the personal examples the author gives. Most of what is included in this book is common sense stuff and yet simple things that often end up being forgotten in the hustle and bustle of preparing for an event. If you’ve worked events before (even if not as an author) you’ll recognize a lot of the tips in this book because some things are universal, no matter what you are selling. One thing I thought was awesome is that the author included a small section on interacting with neurodivergent people. As a neurodivergent person myself, this is really important thing to know!

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Nina Maes

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Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whoa, this book had it all. I was captivated from the start, this has everything from friendship, love, jealous, vengeance and contempt. This one also gave me all the feels, happy, sad, angry and hurt. I do love how this book give you the inside drop on how bullying is actually played out. I love how the writer was able to capture so much of his characters trails and vulnerabilities. This one made me think of “mean girls” on steroids. Great book.

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Angela Packard

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Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the little town of Parker, having grown up in a small town (that is now not so small), I feel like I am going back to my hometown. Colleen is a hairdresser and most of her clientele are of the older generation. Brant is a nurse, who moves to a rural town to practice for three years so that his student debt can be forgiven.
I loved the chemistry between the two and the real-life hurdles that can come from living in a small town. Will Brant be willing to stay? Will Colleen be willing to open her heart to a man she feels is just a short timer in her town? This was a book full of love, with some twists and turns that made me turning the pages to find out what would happen next.

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Liz Vrchota

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was excited to start this fifth installment of the Interstellar Rescue Series. I have been following and reading from the very beginning, but you can enjoy this read on its own if you’d like without any hiccups. This author has a knack for world building and really makes you feel as if you are transported right into the novel as you read. I really felt as if I was along for the journey and it was quite the adventurous space travel that is for sure! I loved how this included so many different layers. From romance, intrigue, action, adventure, sci-fi moments that make you think, to racial indifferences and more. I was never bored and they all flowed so beautifully. I loved the characters and developed a soft spot in my heart for Lael. I look forward to seeing what will come next!

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love these kind of books… sometimes lol. This was one of those situations where I really loved it because I was all over the place while reading and one moment I found myself screaming at my kindle, and the next I was cheering these two on. I suppose this is often what we are looking for when we want a great romance read though. We want to be engaged and completely invested in the characters, and darn if I wasn’t completely invested in Brock and Kirsa. Sometimes, these situations where a third person plays havoc on something that is already so perfect is a hard situation for a polyamorus person to read like myself because I typically just shout, why not just love everyone lol and I have to remember that is not how the world works for everyone else. This is a beautiful book that kept me reading and had me believing in the hard work it takes to rebuild the hurt and scars that are there to find the love that is still shining through.

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Wendy Wary

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Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved and hated this book, which only speaks to the wonderful writing by the author. I was very invested in the characters, particularly Kirsa and Rylan. The story mostly follows Kirsa through a childhood friendship with Brock and Victoria that turns nasty in high school when Kirsa catches her two best friends fooling around behind her back. A vicious rumor spreads, which Kirsa gets blamed for, and she spends the next three years dealing with an onslaught of bullying for the rumor.

Having gotten hooked in early on, it made it very difficult, as a reader, to shift so quickly to Brock’s side, despite the simmering feelings between Kirsa and Brock that lingered from before the rumor split them apart. I wanted to be happy for Kirsa that she finally worked things out with Brock, but my heart didn’t want to forgive him so easily after his part in her bullying. I also struggled with the storyline of her holding onto romantic feelings with him, and then relenting so easily when he starts to come around from hearing her side after three years had passed, only thanks to an outsider questioning the validity of the rumor; that was far too quick of a transition for me to make and I felt it took away from Kirsa’s character as a strong female lead.

Again, though, I give credit to the author for weaving a tale that had me so invested in the characters, I was angry on their behalf. Any book that gets me emotional about the characters is one I cannot hate, even if the storyline takes me somewhere I don’t like. I thoroughly enjoyed the friendship Kirsa forged with Rylan, and how they were able to share some of the sweetness reflected in Kirsa’s earlier friendships. Definitely worth a read!

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Rachel Moss

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good book! This is not the first I’ve read from this author, but this is the first book I’ve read from this series, which is a standalone. I wasn’t sure at the beginning of this story how I would feel, but once I had the midway point I was obsessed and could barely put it down. This book made me chuckle, had me rooting for the demons and was just hard to put down. This was a steamy romance but this book is more focused on the emotional side of things than the physical. This was a quick and easy read and I highly recommend it! I don’t think Author ever disappoints!

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Traveler is an exciting speculative fiction novel. I didn’t really know what to expect when I started it, just that I was intrigued, and can safely say I would never have anticipated what it would actually be like. Totally original, and captivating!
Tristan is very down-to-earth and likes things predictable and familiar. He likes to be able to make sense of things, and isn’t particularly fond of surprises. So when the Traveler turns up, he has a lot of questions. And concerns. And panic.
The Traveler is a fascinating creature, and the more I learnt the more I wanted to know. If you’ve ever been disappointed that aliens and fantasy creatures are often humanoid, this will satisfy your thirst for something different!
There’s something Douglas Adams-y in the tone of the story, and there are similarities between Tristan and Arthur Dent. So I would recommend this book to fans of wacky stories like that! And any fans of speculative fiction looking for something new and a bit different. I would not recommend it to arachnophobes, unless you’re working on exposure therapy…
This book gets five stars from me. There’s a sequel out soon which is definitely going on my tbr list! Can’t wait to read more of the Traveler’s adventures.

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Jordan Allen

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hilarious. Sexy. Fun.

Swipe Right To Bite is the text-book definition of enemies to lovers. Katrina, a sex demon, is trying to redeem herself by refraining from sexual desires. In order to stick by her oath she creates a dating app that is just for hooking up. Instead of sex being her life, she makes other people’s sex lives her business – literally. Then Gabe, a retired sex demon, comes to New Orleans teaching emotional intimiacy over just phyisical attraction. Katrina is furious and plans to stop him at all costs. Gabe wants his business to thrive and will make any deal he can to make it happen. The two clash in a way neither truly expected.

This book is not one I would usually pick up. Supernatural-romances with an emphasis on enemies to lovers is not my usual flavor. With that being said, I completely lost myself in the world Carrie Pulkinen crafted for her readers! I laughed more than I ever have while reading a book. I found myself cheering for both Gabe and Katrina. Each character found a place in my heart. Mostly, I enjoyed myself. It has been a really long time since I read a seriously fun book.

If you are in need of a sexy romance with devilishly attractive characters or even just a light hearted book then his book is absolutely for you!

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To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland – Review by Skylar Daniels

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To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles, #1)To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Titania’s fast introduction into becoming the monarch of her kingdom and her struggle to maintain her title. She finds herself falling in love with a soldier that is assigned to guard her. After several battles and defeating the kobolds, She learns her father and trusted advisor plan on marrying her in order to have a male to lead the kingdom. Reading this book will capture your imagination as you follow the personal growth of a faerie princess.

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Skylar Daniels

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Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and it picks up right where the first left off. This book really drew me in deep, and I mean that in a good way, From the very beginning of the novel I was sucked in. The characters were beautifully written, and this author really knows how to grab you and keep you reading! Even when Tasha and Levi love is approved by their inner circle, they are still fighting to prove themselves to the rest of the races. As if that wasn’t enough as they also have the hellspawn growing in strength. Causing more strife for Lycans and vampires alike. I can’t wait to see how the rest of the series plays out.

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Forbidden Wolf (The Shadow Chronicles Book 1) by CR Robertson – Review by Skylar Daniels

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Forbidden WolfForbidden Wolf by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such an incredible supernatural romance. Levi and Tasha are such incredible characters. They’ve been taught from birth to view the other species as the enemy. During their first encounter, their hearts somehow recognize the truth that they aren’t enemies at all. This is a perfect example of hating what you don’t understand and just how wrong preconceived ideas can be. They’re drawn to each other and can’t resist the other even though it could kill them if they’re found out. There’s so much danger surrounding them, and it just seems to continue to get worse. I was on the edge of my seat from the very first page to the last. I’m excited to read the next book in the series.

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Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Skylar Daniels

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Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 2)Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second story in the “Masters of the Consulate” series. It is an interesting world this author has created. It is a paranormal read about Christian and Delilah. This is an interesting and intriguing story. great paranormal, vampire romance series. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, but it’ll make for much better reading and more enjoyment if the series is read in order as there is a background story running along in the background of the romance storyline. The ongoing storyline of the vampires and their struggles with others that is running through this series. The author has done a great job of creating a great storyline with many twists and turns that keep you entertained and not wanting to put the book down.

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Master Descallia (Masters of the Consulate Book 1) by Sylvia Black – Review by Skylar Daniels

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Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 1)Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first story in the “Masters of the Consulate” series. It’s an interesting world this author has created. A brand-new world where humans, vampires and syndicates work along in the same world respecting each world. Lucianna is a cop with some interesting powers. Salvatore is the leader of the Consulate that governs the vampire clans. He stumbles upon her and must rescue her from death. This is an interesting and intriguing story.

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Angela Plate, January 2022

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I don’t think I’ve read a book like this one in a long time. Most romance novels seem to base the relationships around sex. This one allowed the characters to experience the emotional aspects of their relationship first. It was fun to see Katrina evolve from a demon who “is evil” into a denom who showed emotion.

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Tally and the Angel: Book One, India by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Kylean Sprosty

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Tally and the Angel : Book One IndiaTally and the Angel : Book One India by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sweet story about a girl and her father taking out on adventure after her mother’s death. Tally meets an angel to look over her, given to her by her mother. As Tally and her father start their journey in India she learns that the world is much different from what she has known. A great view of how we tend to make assumptions about things that are different to us and how we can help make a change. Tally begins the book as a naïve and somewhat spoiled young girl and grows to become a kind-hearted and brave hero to a whole city.

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Whitney Morrison

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Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved reading CC and Brants story. I’ve been waiting patiently for CC as she’s always been my favorite and was not disappointed! She deserves all the love sent her way and the biggest hea. I love small town stories living in a small town myself. If you enjoy them too this is definitely the series for you! So fun and extremely cute.

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