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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tracy Manderson

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out (Mafia Elite #1)by Amy McKinley

5 out of 5 stars

I have read a few of Ms. McKinley’s books and she hasn’t disappointed me yet. The characters are strong they have to be in their world. I love the little quirks and the way they play off each other makes them some what real. This book had it all action, tension, betrayal, romance.

Max infiltrates a vital part of the Chicago Mafia to protect his Sicilian mentor’s granddaughter, Liliana, from her dangerous father under the guise of assassin Matteo Trambino.
Liliana Brambilla was born into one of the most powerful families in the Cosa Nostra, she is a pawn in her father’s bid for power the only way to escape is to marry the man her father picks.
Liliana’s father assigns her a new bodyguard, Matteo (aka Max) she doesn’t trust him and she thinks he is the enemy since he works for her father. But the truth is since the came face-to-face, he realizes he can never walk away.
Can Liliana escape her father with the help of Max? Will Max be-able to punish those who have wronged him and take back what’s rightfully his? Can these two over-come their pasts to have a future?
You need to read this great story…
Tracy

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Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #1)Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved reading Home to the outback. It’s book one in a new series by Nicole Flockton and I had to keep going. It kept me interested in Ryan and Sindy’s story. The story follows Sindy a nurse and Ryan a big shot plastic surgeon as they navigate broken hearts, loss, history, relatives and love. I truly recommend this book if you need a good romance novel. Can’t wait to start book 2.

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Stormwood by Luna Mayfield – Review by Alexandra Nay

StormwoodStormwood by Luna Mayfield
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a lover of all things romantic, paranormal, and historical, this book caught my eye.
Readers follow Luci Delacroix and her fiancé, Beckett, as they travel to Luci’s recently inherited family estate. Upon arrival, Luci and Beckett quickly discover things are not all as they may seem.
This is a quick, intense read. If you like curling up on a rainy night and binge reading a short(ish) story, this is the book for you.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Betsy Melano

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson is a mystery that kept me reading to learn more about the characters and see where this thrilling mystery full of suspense and intrigue ended up. This is the first book I’ve read by this author who did an amazing job sharing the characters and keeping me wanting to read more! I especially loved the realistic interactions between Camille and her brother. I can’t wait to read more books by this author.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was a really great book, I haven’t read Linda Burson before so I got it after reading the synopsis. It definitely didn’t disappoint me. I like how there suspense, a little bit of romance, and some mystery. It kept me interested the whole time I read. The characters are well written. I really enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to reading more books from this author.

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Stormwood by Luna Mayfield – Review by Carla Clemmons

StormwoodStormwood by Luna Mayfield
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good quick paranormal read! I loved how fast paced it was, making you want to keep reading to see what happens next. Finding out what draws Luci to the estate and is driving a wedge between her and Beckett! I was definitely not expecting the ending! I will be looking into reading more from Luna Mayfield!

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was a really great book, I haven’t read Linda Burson before so I got it after reading the synopsis. It definitely didn’t disappoint me. I like how there suspense, a little bit of romance, and some mystery. It kept me interested the whole time I read. The characters are well written. I really enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to reading more books from this author.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle Mulvey

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was a great start to a new series. I loved this book from the very beginning. The only down side for me was the character list. I found it hard to keep the families apart. With that being said, I had a few favorite characters and there were some shady ones also. Liliana is a mafia princess who is a huge asset to her dad. She has people assigned to protect her but she can handle herself in some situations. Just ask some of her dads guards. Sam Caruso has a long well thought out plan that involves Liliana. This book has lots of action and suspense that will leave you guessing what’s going to happen next. Definitely liked this book and cannot wait for more in this series.

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Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #2)Runaway to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sweet contemporary romance and I loved it. Jonas Carruthers is the owner of the local Bunya Junction pub and a bit of a workaholic. Working at the bar, in walks in the beautiful Pandora Sebastian in a wedding dress. Talk around town and the bar believe she is a runaway bride. You find out differently, as she is a supermodel and just needs a break from modelling. Sparks fly as Jonas and Pandora get to know each other. I loved the chemistry that Jonas and Pandora and I also love the continuation of some “news” of Sindy and Ryan from book 1. Looking forward to book 3! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake the growling dog has been a family favorite series in our house and this one was no different. My kids love the pictures more than listening to me read the story but they at least listen through the first time. I love how relatable these stories are.

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Changley Cavins

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so good!!!

Whispering Pines sounds like a pretty great place to live. Full of misfits who are just looking to be accepted.

Jayne O’Shae is the main character. A former detective who travels to Whispering Pines to get her grandparents house ready to sell. That’s not at all what ends up happening. Upon her arrival, she finds a dead body and no cell service. When she tries to use the landline to call the local police, she finds her grandparents house has been vandalized.

Who was the dead person really? Were they murdered? Are witches and magic real? Did Jayne really come to Whispering Pines to get the house on the market? What else will she find?!

I felt Jayne was relatable and I loved Meeka, her dog. I loved her realistic apprehension towards Wicca and witches but the author did a great job of painting the reality behind those two things. I loved the small town vibe of Whispering Falls mixed with the mystery, drama, and scandal.

I will definitely be reading the 2nd book in this series- Kept Secrets.

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Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Stephanie Colley

Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #1)Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Small town. Homecoming. Two unexpected business partners. Sounds like a great story ahead.

After a death from the life he left behind in is small home town. Dr. Ryan Flanagan decides to pay his respects. In turn he finds out he has inherited half of the small towns loved doctor. The other half went to the doctors nurse. Which happened to be his best friends twin sister!!
With those details I don’t know what’s stopping you from picking up this book?
This story was so good from start to finish. Well written and I couldn’t wait to turn the page!

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Robbyn Perkins

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vulture is the first book in The Order of the Condor Series. This is the first book that I have read by Maya Daniels. And I am glad that I did. It was mixed with a little of everything, romance, hot moments and scenes, and paranormal and supernatural. I thoroughly enjoyed a mixture of all things. It did capture my attention and kept me going. I look forward to reading the second book in the series.

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Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1) By Shawn McGuire Review by Michelle Marlow

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book grabbed my attention right from the start. A wonderful mystery thriller.

We meet our starring character Jayne as she approaches her late grandparents’ lake home in Whispering Pines. The action and suspense is immediately started from right there.

From small town locals to the social outcasts, this is one giant who done it.

I eagerly await the next book!!!!

 

Review by @michellerenee6590

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Beverly Finnie

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OH EMM GEE! I can’t even begin to explain how much I LOVED Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson! She creates a setting with wonderful characters, to nosey neighbors, mystery, suspense, a HUGE ending twist, and of course murder, but just how much? I guess you will have to read to find out!!!!
Grant, stuck in a marriage he was forced into, does everything he can do to deal with his wife Paula, just to be with his son. Until one day Paula disappears without a trace.
Grant, being a lawyer, knows though he didn’t do it he’s now the prime suspect. Though he’s not the only one who isn’t sad Paula is gone.
Camille, an undercover PI, takes a leave of absence from her job in Boston to stay with her brother in Connecticut. Ends up in the middle of Paula’s disappearance investigation.
I got sucked into this book, I didn’t want to put it down. I felt like the nosey neighbors watching Camille and Grant during the investigation of his wife’s disappearance.
Trust me when I say READ IT!!!

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The Boss Prince (It’s Raining Royals) by Alix Nichols – Review by M Policicchio

The Boss Prince (It's Raining Royals, #1)The Boss Prince by Alix Nichols
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Boss Prince (It’s Raining Royals) by Alix Nichols

4 out of 5 Stars

The perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon! The Boss Prince is a sweet, HEA romance with a little heat! With a few twists along the way, Alix Nichols keeps this story interesting to the end.

Lucie brutally got dumped by her boss/boyfriend. She knew better but it was easy with Jerome, her ex. Lucie swears to herself never to get involved with a co-worker again. She intends to keep the promise to herself, until her new boss is a hottie carved out of steel and marble. Lucie tells herself that it doesn’t matter how hot he is because he is way out of her league and there is no chance. Max Delaroche is a secret prince from someplace no one has ever heard of, and, if he has his way about it, plans to keep it that way. Max hires Lucie because she is the beginning of a plan to keep his principality safe. Max is totally enthralled by Lucie and her sassiness. Can he keep his secret, even from her?

This short read is filled with humor, love and intrigue. Is there a mole in the palace? Can Max keep Lucie safe from his enemies? There are more questions than answers in this book. We can only hope that there is more to come from these two! This cute caper is the perfect beach book or (like me) way to spend an evening!!

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SPOOKED BY A SUSPICION by Risa Nyman – Review by Jennie Bechtel

Spooked by a SuspicionSpooked by a Suspicion by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rocky takes us on another investigative adventure in Spooked by a Suspicion, by Risa Nyman. In this sequel to Swallowed by a Secret, Rocky, a teen transitioning from middle school to high school, enlists the help of his friend, Olive, to prove his mother’s new fiancé, Ted, is ruining Rocky’s life. After his mother announces plans to marry Ted, Rocky suffers a series of unfortunate events. Those events, combined with Ted’s creepy appearance, convince Rocky that Ted is trying to sabotage him. While building the case against Ted, Rocky learns sometimes people aren’t who they appear to be. I was held captive by this story as Rocky built his case against Ted. Nyman’s writing made me want to keep reading to discover what Ted had in store next for Rocky. Although this book is a sequel, it can be read and enjoyed without needing to read book number one. Even though it is written for middle school students, I found this book enjoyable as an adult.

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Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kellie Piaskowski

Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #1)Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton was such a good book!!!! A quick, easy to read book that I absolutely loved. Sindy and Ryan are the most wonderful characters. You could feel their chemistry jumping off the page at every turn. I can’t wait to start the next book in the series and this will be a series that I will continue to follow.

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Potager Plot: A witty cozy mystery with a hint of romance. (A Backyard Farming Mystery Book 5) by Vikki Walton – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series, #5)Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Anne Fremont is back in this new gardening tale, where she is giving a talk to the specialist interest group of the local gardening club where she will be talking about how to grow a good forest with a mix of flowers, fruit, vegetables and herbs on one place with little to no tending needed. She is happy to be there and has been looking for a gardening group to join and this one seems right up her street. The next day she has agreed to go and see the president of the club and discuss the designs she has in mind for her garden, so she gets ready for the day and sets off over in her car.

When she arrives, she knocks on the door, however, when she doesn’t get an answer after the third try, she decides to go and look in a window to see if they are home, however, when she sees the owner is unable to answer the door, she rushes in only to find that she is dead. Anne phones the authorities and reports what has happened and to all intensive purposes it looks like an accident, but the more she thinks about it, the more something doesn’t ring true for Anne.

She decides to ask around about what happened that morning and how people feel about it, but the more questions she asks, the more secrets are uncovered leading to more possible suspects. There are rumours and accusations flying of extra marital affairs and the possibility that someone has silenced the woman who has died, but will Anne be able to discover the culprits identity before she is the next victim? This is a lovely cozy mystery where secrets and ulterior motives abound, all while gardens are being created and tended to by the close knit gardening group.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Meg Jones

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends is an incredibly entertaining romantic mystery. Main character Cammy is incredibly smart and seems to notice every little detail. All of the character development was beautifully written and it seems each character grew as the story went on. Just when I thought it was predictable, Linda Burson (author) throws in plot twist after plot twist.
I felt that the character’s names in the dialogue was overused, but that is probably because it is written in third person-present tense. It is hard to write in that tense and be able to keep up with characters if you don’t use names. That is the only reason I gave it four stars.
I definitely recommend this book.

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Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman – Review by Kerry Baker

Stand Your GroundStand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman is a story full of suspense and intrigue. It keeps you guessing as to how things are going to turn out. The story had a great depth and thought about it. The author has delved into some very relevant issues and has dealt with them so well. The book is so yore thought provoking as you read through it.
I expected at little bit more of a crime book when I read the blurb but I have to say I did enjoy this book overall. Another threat read by this brilliant author.

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Kerry Baker

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Family Secrets: A Whispering Pines Mystery by Shawn McGuire is a fantastic book that is full of twists and turns. I found myself hooked on this book as soon as I started reading. I loved the fact that it wasn’t just a mystery story, there were elements of fantasy in there too. The two combined made for a great story.
I thought Jayne had such brilliant development throughout the book. It really felt like you got to know her character the more you read. As a new author to me I found I really connected with how the author wrote her story. This is a fantastic start to a series and I cannot wait for book 2!

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Scarlett Princess (Lochlann Feuds Book 1) by Robin D. Mahle and Elle Madison – Review by Renee Reads

Scarlet Princess (The Lochlann Feuds, #1)Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle, is a tale full of adventure, suspense, and romance. The banter between Rowan and Davin is deliciously entertaining from the very beginning. This book encompasses many laugh out loud exchanges that made for an easy read. I found myself wanting to read the series that came before it, even though this story stands on its own. It left me on the edge of my seat, anxious for the next book.

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Whisper Creek: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7 by Valerie Davisson – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Whisper Creek (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7)Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have enjoyed from the first book I have picked up by this author. This is the seventh book in this series which I have enjoyed just as much as the previous books. I highly suggest reading the previous books but it is not necessary to enjoy this series. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story from the beginning. This is a well written story that has twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. Logan is back in another page turning story. She is my favorite character and I enjoy what she brings to the story. She keeps the story engaging with her suspense and mystery. I had a hard time putting this book down. I enjoyed the growth of the plot throughout the story. It made for a fun, entertaining story. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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The Book of Carraig (The Cross of Ciaran Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Book of Carraig (The Cross of Ciaran #2)The Book of Carraig by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series which I enjoyed just as much as the first. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story. This is a well written story about secrets, truth and finding one book that holds the answer. This is a great story that took me on an adventure like no other. It is an adventure that is full of action and finding a serial killer before it is too late. I enjoyed how the characters brought the story to life on each page. They are connectable and make the story engaging. This is a fun, entertaining story that was hard to put down. There are twists and turns that kept me turning pages just to see what happens next. I also enjoyed the growth of the plot and characters. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

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Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #2)Runaway to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this romance story. This is the second book in this series which I enjoyed just as much as the first one. I highly suggest reading the first one as well though it is not necessary to read this but you will enjoy it just as much. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading since the first book I have picked up of hers. Her attention to details as well as her creative characters make her stories easy and entertaining to read. This book is no different. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the beginning. It is a fast paced story that kept me turning pages to the end. The characters are relatable and just added to the story. I also enjoyed how they brought the story to life on each page. This story is about Pandora and how she just plain needs a break from her modeling career. She does just that when she leaves a shoot dressed as a bride and goes to the only pub in town. Jonas is the owner of the pub and never expects her to come through his door. She is now faced with some choices and it is time to face the press. What will happen between these two? I enjoyed their growth and chemistry throughout the story. They made such great characters. I highly recommend reading their story to find out what happens with these two. Is there a happily ever after in their future?

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Louise Loughran

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book had me always wanting more the characters were wrote brilliant, I felt like I knew them. The book was easy to read and flowed really well it didn’t haveme trying hard to remember what had being going on.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by Ashley Westerman

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson was excellent. I was expecting a thriller, but I got so much more, crime thriller mixed with romance. Murder Among Friends was well written, the characters were developed well, and the banter between the siblings was believable, it reminded me of the banter between me and my siblings. Murder Among Friends quickly caught my attention and kept me quickly turning the pages to find out what happened next. I was pleasantly surprised at some unexpected twists that I didn’t see coming. I’m generally pretty good at guessing the “twists” but I didn’t see these coming, which made it that much better. The attention to detail is great throughout the book, it really makes you feel like you are sitting right there “seeing” everything that is happening. I recommend this book to anyone who likes the thriller genre, even the romance genre, you won’t be disappointed.

Reviewed by @mombiex3

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Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Runaway to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #2)Runaway to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the first book in this series ‘Home to the Outback’ I was looking forward to returning to Bunya Junction and was definitely not disappointed. This story centres around Bunya Junction local Jonas Carruthers (Sindy from book ones brother) and supermodel Pandora Sebastian. Pandora and Jonas meet when she takes refuge from a photoshop in the local pub and there is confusing as she’s wearing a wedding dress, and so the locals think she’s a runaway bride. Pandora decides to take a break from her high powered career and stay in the little country town with the welcoming locals, while she attempts to fix the PR mess she’s created and hopefully rescue her career. Jonas having been hurt before by relationships has preconceived ideas about the city based supermodel but soon learns that she is actually the opposite.
As romance blossoms between the couple Pandora dose not expect Jonas to support her when she has to face the press, but maybe he will surprise her and if he does will she consider a permanent move to the outback. The beautiful Australian outback setting and small town living was once again bought to life through the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the story. The characters were likeable and relatable and so well defined that I felt like they were friends. I enjoyed how the relationship between Jonas and Pandora developed and their chemistry sizzled off the page. I loved ‘catching up’ with Sindy and Ryan from book one, and look forward to some of the other secondary characters having there own story in this series. An enjoyable and engaging read which I definitely recommend.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson – Review by April McCoy

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Linda Burson spun a tale that was gripping, twisted, full of mystery! And I couldn’t have been more pleased! The story was well written and thought out and the title and cover were eyecatching! I reccomend reading if you’re into mystery as it didn’t disappoint!

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