Journeys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Earth heroes must learn new skills to obtain treasures. They will travel in the past, the present and the future in order to find and keep these treasures, resulting in a friendship of the three heroes.
So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an emotionally riveting book that keeps your gears turning. I am a sucker for romance and especially this kind. This book was a juicy read but also entertaining from start to finish. I think you’ll enjoy this read and where it takes you.
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Don by Hazel Storm is a MUST READ! Vanessa is seriously a sweet soul who loves to do facials and hairstyles for older women at the hair salon. She has this inner light in herself that gives the older women a younger look by a little bit, but because of this, a few Goddesses have been given the news and want to make trouble for a human. Due to this, Vanessa runs into three Gods who are sexy as all get out from the descriptions given to us by her. With all the mischief they get into with meeting this one woman, it makes it a great read! Please check this series out! 🙂
Reviewed by @ash18235
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good story. I wish I would have read the other books in the series first because I feel like I was missing some key points especially about the protagonist, Anne. She reminded me a lot of a Jessica Fletcher (or as her romantic partner called her, Nancy Drew). I wasn’t certain of her age and the rest of the gardening club so it was a little difficult when the characters kept mentioning age gaps to follow some of those.
I thought the mystery was pretty clean and the plot lines followed a certain structure. I did guess who did it in the middle of the book but it didn’t take away from the rest of the story.
Overall, I would read others in the series as well as other books by this author.
Journeys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Journeys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman is the second book in the Journeys Through Series. This book adds so much more about the wonderful characters we met in the first book. I highly recommend you read them in order. There are several different universes woven through the book and the author does a wonderful job of making the reader connect and care about what happens. This book got me even more invested in the story and I sure hope there is more to come!
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton was a great read, while this is my first read by this author, it definitely won’t be my last. I know what your thinking how can this by my first read by this author when it’s a series, well that just proves that these incredible stories can be read as stand alone books. While it was incredible as a stand alone the characters and the plot made this reader want to go back and read the previous four. Portages Plot has so much to offer including strong female characters, mystery, tons of plant knowledge and more. These books are on the shorter side and the dialogue flows so well that will soon find yourself at the end of the story and anticipating the next book.
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Stripped (Stripped Book 1) by Stacy-Deanne is my first read by this author and I was definitely not disappointed. This mystery/ romance had so much to offer including intrigue, plot twists, fantastic characters, and more. Ms. Deanne had me hooked from the very beginning and after finishing this book I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and see what happens to her terrific characters. The authors writing really seemed to just flow right off the page, her characters and plot were both just terrific and really made me love her story even that much more. Personally I can’t wait for book two, to see what happens next.
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a great romantic mystery. We meet Dee Quarter a police detective who has just lost her partner from an accident on the job. She gets paired with Connie Wilks who she has personality differences with. It may just be that they are a lot the same. The case that gets thrown their way is a woman who was strangled. Their investigation leads them in a couple directions, one of them being a cult called The Circle, led by Jonathan Wild, another her ex-Grayson.
Will Dee be drawn into Jonathan’s world or will she be able to hold onto her romance with Winston Lewis. I feel Dee’s struggle, the pull she feels to Jonathan, Grayson not wanting to let go of the love he has for her, and Dee just wanting to have her relationship with Winston. Can she keep a hold of who she is? Or will this case pull her in directions she really doesn’t want to go?
Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This cute love story started off as a stunt for the cameras. But is it really just for them at the end?
Ivory needs a boyfriend fast! Li steps in as her pretend one and things get crazy! In a cute romantic way. You will laugh and cry with this story! It’s so cute and well written. I was greatly surprised that it was such an easy read. But it keeps you wanting more with every page!
Repair by Trish Williford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my first book that I have read by Williford and I thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely not be my last. It had me laughing and crying at the same time. Charlie is such a loveable character up against Tanks tough guy exterior along with her brothers protectiveness. Tank and Charlie have been in love since they were kids and things turn for the worse when Tanks father passes away. Charlie is there to build him up but what happens when things are said in the heat of the moment and their lives change. Does love prevail and is fate is on their side. What happens when tomorrow is not promised and anything can change in a blink of an eye.
Potager Plot: A witty cozy mystery with a hint of romance. by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Murder in a Garden Club!
Who would have thought that plot line could be so interesting and keep one attention till the end!
This murder mystery is very detailed, powered by women and easy to follow along.
When there is drama in a garden club and the death is one of the dearly loved members/leader. You question everyone and everything before you are next to be sleeping with the roses!
There is some grapevine twists and turns in this story, but great ending! Who’s ready to dig up the dirt!!
There is a character list at the beginning of the book in case you haven’t read her other books. Very helpful in my opinion.
Repair by Trish Williford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Repair by Trish Williford is part of K. Bromberg’s Everyday Heroes World. I have read many new-to-me authors because of this world.
Charlie has returned to Sunnyville after a messy break-up with her fiance in Denver. Charlie reconnects with the one person who made her leave their hometown, Tank Easton – your brother’s best friend. Can Tank prove to have changed and can Charlie give him a second chance at her heart?
Great writing by Trish and these characters were enjoyable additions to Sunnyville. I will be checking out other books by Trish Williford.
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Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Forbidden Mate is book two in The Shadow Chronicles Series and a fantastic addition to the series I might add too! I read book one, loved it and I really really loved this one as well! Maybe a smidge more than the first. The allegiance continues into this story with some tense moments! Not gonna lie I GOBBLED this baby up in one sitting! LOL I am a HUGE fan of forbidden love romance especially in the paranormal genre. So, was very excited to continue on with Levi and Tasha’s smoldering love in this book. Big reveal near the end, WOWZERS!! I’m so eager to read the next book NOW I need to know what happens next!!
Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the series I loved from the very beginning and even have had my boys read all the books. The graphics is amazing and the message given is very cute and clear. In this book, Jake and Neet, his best friend, find some strange tracks on their regular hiking trail. Jake gets frightened and lets his imagination go wild. He loses his sleep over the strange tracks. But along with few other friends, brave as they are, they decide to investigate. They find who the culprit is and figure out that what they thought was not what it is. A sweet story of inclusion and acceptance, this book is a jewel in the series. Highly recommended.
Unbreakable by Tee Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If anyone knows me, they know I’m a SUCKER for any kind of dark, angst-y, moody, sexy bad boy romance. Especially if they are anything like Ripper! This is my first book from Tee Smith and y’all. 👀. This book is *chefs kiss*. It hits all those sweet spots for me. A heroine with secrets- and a smoking hot bad boy who you KNOW has his own secrets and a past of his own just from his description alone! Was I in love with every aspect of their romance? No! And I’m pretty sure we aren’t supposed to be! I can’t wait for the next one and y’all should check it out too! Onto the next! 💖
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a wonderful boxed set with so many different areas of interest covered for young adult readers that it would be a wonderful one to snag a gift or read for yourself! I love box sets from my favorite authors for this reason! I can share all my favorites in such a convenient way and start people with a wonderful series. The Marcy Series has something for everyone like I said with a strong female lead and really brings to a whole host of supporting side characters to fall in love with as well. I have included below the review for the first two books in the series individually as well so you can get a taste of what is in them in depth a bit more but this is one that you do not want to miss out on!
RAGE: BOOK 1-
“As I fall asleep, all I can think of is a four-letter word: Rage.”
This was my first time reading anything by Linda Burson, and I don’t generally pick up many novels in these genres either, but was wanting to switch it up a bit and the synopsis grabbed my attention from the get go. I was really intrigued by the fact that this was looking to lean more towards an alpha female lead rather than focusing on an alpha male lead for a change. So, I jumped in with an open mind and was fully ready for some kick butt female lead story lines.
So, we meet the lovely and deeply aggravated Marcy. She is the owner of a bakery, Coffee, Tea, & Treats, engaged to Brad, and seems like life is going fairly well. Except it really isn’t. She has been plagued with these nightmares for quite some time now and it is affecting every person and aspect of her life.
“I haven’t been my sweet self for a while. I’m not trying to be difficult, but the nightmares I’ve been having are taking their toll on me.”
All that seems to be the norm in her life as far as feelings go anymore is rage.
“As I fall asleep, all I can think of is a four-letter word: Rage.”
Eventually it takes its final toll on her relationship with her fiancé and an ultimatum is given to her, she either gets help or he is gone.
“That’s it, damn it! I’m done! Do you hear me? I’m fed up with your craziness. I’m leaving. You need help and you need it now!”
This eventually leads her to a newfound love and friend, Liam. They embark on a journey together that will either heal them or tear them apart more.
I will say that this isn’t necessarily a cliffhanger book, but there are unanswered questions and loose ends. It is book 1 in a series and you will definitely want book 2 after this one is done so that you can get the answers to some of those questions left hanging in the air after this one is done. The one reason that I did not give this five stars was because for me this book was in a lot of ways disjointed. It almost felt like two stories with an intermission of excessive information. I have a feeling that it will make all the more sense when reading the second book but it was a tad confusing in the sense that it was introduced in this novel rather than spread throughout the next few books. Otherwise I did enjoy it and will give the next one a go to see what comes next for Marcy and the rest of the characters.
CONFUSION: BOOK 2-
“Marcy, sometimes we can’t explain why the heart wants what it wants. It doesn’t mean it’s wrong; it just means we get confused…”
This is the second installment in The Marcy series by Linda Burson and I was very much impressed with the flow and improvement with the storyline progression in this book. I liked the idea behind the series in book one and wanted it to go blossom in this one and it didn’t disappoint!
“Marcy, sometimes we can’t explain why the heart wants what it wants. It doesn’t mean it’s wrong; it just means we get confused. You need to incorporate your mind; use your intelligence to logically figure out why you feel so connected to him. The heart will lead us astray, but our hearts combined with our reason helps us decipher what the right answer is for us.”
This pretty much picks up where the precious book leaves off, with Marcy confused as to where she wants to settle her heart with, between Liam or Brad. She knows that she has ‘feelings’ for both of them but which one does she love? Luckily, she gets the opportunity to have time to figure this out with both of them, something that is not traditional in most relationships in the modern age, also made for a very interesting and captivating read.
This also contained all the drama, suspense, mystery, and intrigue that balanced so well in the previous novel. It really takes the reader on a roller coaster of a ride. Marcy has quite the intense life both in the present and in her history and she is still uncovering a lot of details. I look forward to reading more about this in future installments in this series.
Review by @lizaileen
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Boy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love books that stay with you long after you finish that last page, and BOY ON HOLD was a one that was with me for a very long time so my excitement for BOY RELEASED, the second book in this gripping series was palpable. I cleared an afternoon and was thrilled when the thunder was loud the morning of that day as it really set the tone for this book. It will evoke the feelings of dread, sadness, and fear as well as those feelings of family and hope, survival and love that really make you question and think on your values and belief systems that you have. Who doesn’t love a novel that does that as it takes you away to a fictional place as well? In this one we do find ourselves revisiting the same family from BOY ON HOLD, the Trout family, ten years after the tragedy that plagued them then. A new disaster is on the horizon and will send the family through a whole new set of debacles. I couldn’t put this sucker down and read it all in one sitting wishing for more right then. I can only hope we will see more from this author along the same lines in the near future!
Review by @lizaileen
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Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Potager Plot: (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton is the fifth book in the series, and is an engaging mystery that is so fun to read! For anyone who likes gardening and figuring out who-dunnit, this is a good read – it is quick reading and keeps you on your toes. When Anne Fremont is designing gardens and finds a dead body, secrets are revealed and the characters are fun to tag along with. This is an author who is new to me, but I can see myself revisiting and exploring the first book in the series, and also delving into other series. My husband both fell asleep and then woke up to me reading this book. I couldn’t put it down! My favorite reads are the kind that make you forget reality and make you forget that you are reading, and this is definitely one of those books.
So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
So Close
Love Grows Series
Book 4
A Best Friend To
Enemies to Lovers
Romance
By Renee Regent
☆☆☆☆☆
This is a fully loaded Contemporary Romance. I recommend reading the full series, you’ll enjoy them all.
Dahlia Perez is a single mom of a seven year old son. She is working herself up the work ladder, and is doing her best to prove she can. Her divorce was not in her plans and neither was losing her best Friend Levi. Dahlia and Levi have known each other since they were very young. They did everything together, trusted each other and were always there for each other. That is until the day they weren’t. Now working together was not what Dahlia needed or wanted. Levi on the other hand wants to be heard. Can these two work together and complete the job set before them?
Renee Regent has written this contemporary love story. She describes her characters flawlessly. So much so you feel like you have met them before. I love the strength Dahlia shows, she does not let things stand In her way. Not even a man, gorgeous and all can stop her from completing her task. This was a non-stop page turner. I am looking forward to reading more from this author. Well Done Renee Regent! Well Done!
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Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Isra gets involved in the love triangle with her, Everilda and Jonathan. Just like most true love, it hurts when there’s a betrayal. In this case, it brings on the dark magic. Isra flips out and decides to enter the dark magic. You are feeling Isra’s pain of her first love as she is experiencing it. That feeling of revenge you get when you want to hurt them back can be mighty strong, as it is for Isra. You can feel the tug of lightness try to pull her back but that dark just wins her. During this time, Samuel and his ravens, Astrid and James, are keeping an eye on her because of a prophecy. The plot is very good and easy to read. The characters are full of personality, each one full of personality that just fits like one big puzzle. The details are fantastic. I find myself picturing something along the lines of old English castles. Love this series. Highly Recommend.
Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The 4th book in the series and again it is well written and great in the fantasy elements. This goes into great detail about lady ISRA. As the villan of her world she thrives on the evil within hell bent in darkness taking over. Caught my attention from the very beginning. I could put down once I started.
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a fast paced page turner which had me hooked from start to finish. The main character Baltimore Detective Dee Quarter is a strong and independent female lead who really brings the story together and I felt that she is a relatable and realistic character, making her easy to engage with. Dee and her partner Detective Connie Wilks have a case to solve when a woman is strangled to death. The investigation becomes personal for Dee when it leads to her ex boyfriend Grayson and causes her current relationship with Winston to be strained. The case also introduces them to cult leader Jonathan Wild, of The Circle. As they continue to investigate it becomes clear that Jonathon wants Dee as a member of The Circle, whether she wants to be or not.
The storyline flows well and the plot twists kept me guessing until the end and had me happily turning the pages. It turns out that this series is a spinoff of the authors Bruised Series, and I did feel as I was reading the novel that certain things that were referred to had maybe happened in a previous book. Although this book can be read as a standalone story, I feel that the reader may understand Dee’s backstory better if they have read the other series first. I found this gripping romantic suspense to be an enjoyable and engaging read and I am now keen to read other books by Stacy-Deanne as I liked her writing style.
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson. The 1st book is Rage ( The Marcy Series Book 1) by Linda Burson. This is the where it all started. The very beginning. Book one is Rage ( The Marcy Series Book 1) This is the where it all started. The very beginning. I’ve read all the books so now we are back to square one and it did not disappoint! This is the story of Marcy and her having nightmares that are causing her life to fall apart. Her partner tells her to get help or they are done. In the midst of all this she is held at gunpoint during a Robbery, she meets Liam and vows to help him find his parents murderers. Liam and Marcy begin to have feelings for each other and she’s never felt like this before. This love is new to Marcy, its kind, positive and happy. Jealousy, confusion, and heartbreak are in the works with her old love. In the Second book Confusion Marcy starts having nightmares due to her trauma. Her past is keeping her from completely healing and she doesn’t know what to do about it. Brad has to make a decision about his father and he’s struggling with that. Liam and Marcy are growing closer and that causes confusion with Brad. Agony & Ectasy is the 3rd book and the characters are just as confused as ever. Brad makes a decision that throws them all off, Liam gets the revenge he thinks will fix everthing and Marcy is still trying to get help for her nightmares from therapy. Once Liam talks to the therapist thinks start to break open and he won’t leave Marcy’s side. Liam makes a decision that turns Marcy’s world upside down. Read this series it will keep you turning pages for hours.
Unbreakable by Tee Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unbreakable (The Diamonds Book 1) by Tee Smith. This is the story of Erin who is a beautiful red headed nurse who has had her share of heartbreak. When she returns home to Rosewood Bay to care for her ailing mother she never dreams of meeting bad boy Curtis “Ripper” Bandura. Ripper is a bad boy to the bone and he’s not one for falling in love and settling down but when he meets Erin, sexy, beautiful Erin he’s willing to ride it out and see what happens. When Erin and Curtis connect it is pure chemistry! Erin knows that Ripper is not the kind of guy to settle down but she’s afraid she’s falling for him. When Ripper’s past comes haunting him it may solve everything because they are out for blood! Will Ripper survive the doom of his past and will he and Erin find a way to make it work? Read Unbreakable to find out!
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton. This was such a fun read. I love cozy mysteries and this one was great. Its the story of Anne Fremont who is just now getting into designing gardens for people. When one of the main members of the town Garden Club is murdered. Anne knew that she was suffering from cancer but there is no way Anne thinks this death is from the cancer. When everyone is agreed that this was murder Anne and the garden club ladies decide to find out what happened. The deeper they dig the more secrets come out! This book is the 5th in the series and can be read as a standalone but I feel they are much better read in order. Its a fun filled murder mystery that will keep you turning pages late in the night!
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Stripped (The Stripped Series Book 1) by Stacy-Deanne is a compelling love triangle suspense novel. A spin-off of the Bruised series by the same author, this book follows Detective Dee of Baltimore. When a murder investigation takes her straight to her ex, she must contend, also, with the leader of a cult. All the while, she must stay true to her love Winston and, more importantly, to herself. Dee struggles with her loyalty to Winston while combating her interest in Jonathan, and she is a character you find yourself rooting for. This book will suck you right in and keep you until the very end. It is the first installment in The Stripped series, so rest assured there will be more to come! Seriously, don’t miss out on this read. The combination of romance and dealings with The Circle (Jonathan’s cult) will definitely keep your interest while satisfying your romantic side. Definitely don’t miss out on the Bruised series to get to know the characters first – however, this can be read as a standalone and enjoyed just fine.
Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So this is the second book in the series and I thoroughly enjoyed the first one so I was ready to head into this one. Ready I was. Forbidden romance always hits a little different for me and I love itttt. Honestly one of my favourite tropes. This book didn’t disappoint, don’t want to say too much because spoilers. Still loved Tasha and Levi and their relationship. If you want a romance between a vampire and wolf then this is the book for you!
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The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book in the Girl and the Raven series. This is a captivating young adult story. I would really recommend reading book 1 first so that you get to know all the characters and how they come to be where they are now. I love our leading lady Lucy. She is strong willed and determined and full of fight which she is going to need in this story.
We are back with Lucy after the ending in the 1st book her life has been turned upside down when she finds out she is half-witch, half- demon.
Things get more complicated when her father (demon side) reappears and wants her in his life. But is he back just because she’s his daughter or is something more sinister behind it? Now fearing for the lives of the people she loves Lucy does as her father wants to avoid his anger.
Things also take another turn when her boyfriends mother returns into his life. His mother wants Marcus to leave and rejoin her and his father as protectors. His father however wants Marcus to help him kill Lucy’s father. However if Jude dies so will Lucy.
Now Marcus is on a race against time to save Lucy while Lucy is trying to protect her father. There are so many twists and turns and secrets in this book that you will always be wondering what will happen next.
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this romantic suspense book…..I felt like I was being pulled in the cult aspect of it by a character named Jonathan, just the way he talked and came across as the leader of “The Circle”. Detectives Dee Quarter and Connie Wilks are investigating a murder of a woman whom was strangled. You feel like it leads up to Dee’s ex named Grayson. As you read the story, there is another aspect of it that the woman whom was murdered possibly belonged to this “cult” run by Jonathan Wild. Dee finds herself being pulled in by Jonathan and his girls and they would like her to join “The Circle”. This book had some twists and turns and it is truly intriguing read. I would like to continue the series and I am curious what will happen next. I will be also circling back to the other series’ by Stacy-Deanne as this book is a spin off series. Overall, I really liked this book and I am very intrigued what may happen next.
Ride For Me by Vi Summers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ride for Me by Vi Summers was a good book. It was fast paced following the crew while focusing on Gage and Lil. It is very well written and has great detail, however, personally I find this writing style harder to read. I normally look for books with a lot of dialogue AND descriptive detail that make you pause to think of the place. But there are so many people who will love the writing style of this book because it flows really well, honestly this is the style that I read while trying to get back into reading.
Despite not having my preferred style of writing, this story has a beautiful plot! Gage and Lil give us heart attack after heart attack trying to force themselves apart. But they are just so drawn to each other that we keep screaming at them to finally get over themselves! AHH It was a wonderfully thought-out plot making me want to throw my kindle at the wall multiple times!!
