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A Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Julie Lounello

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A Frothy Christmas KissA Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott is a five star novel. Even though this is the fourth book in the series, it is a standalone. The series only is a series because they are short, happy Christmas stories. This series has been a lot of fun to read and really helped to put me in the Christmas spirit. When the season starts, not all of us are ready, not all of us are happy for it to be here and not all of us enjoy the season as much as others. When trials happen in our lives, it is sometimes difficult to put that on the back burner and still be able to find the joy of Christmas. I feel this series tries to show that in a tangible way. When Kay moves away from home, she finds herself lonely and without her best friend. She finds a hole in the wall coffee shop and quickly finds her place there but because of a misunderstanding is having a difficult time being content. As the book progresses, we find out more about each of the characters and helps to bring them all together. Brian’s story was my favorite part of the whole book!

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Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2 by Ellen Butler ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2 by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fatal Legislation was the second book in Ellen Butler’s Karina Cardinal Mystery series. I got hooked on KC, which is what she is fondly referred to in the books as, with the first in the series, Isabella’s Painting. You will want to read the that one prior to reading Fatal Legislation as this one is a continuation of sorts.

This was not my favorite of the two so far, but was still good. KC is a headstrong woman and she knows how to trust her gut and get the job done, but this was a bit thick with the political law thriller for me. I just get bored or tired with the details with these books and they are not usually the first type I will pick up. This would be my reasoning behind the four stars instead of five. Clearly a personal opinion and nothing to do with the quality of the writing that Ellen Butler displays once again in this one. Like I mentioned above KC gets herself caught up this time in a political mystery that will keep you on your toes trying to figure it out right along with her. I do hope that we will get some more of KC and her mystery solving quirky self in the near future. Thanks for the great read Ms. Butler.

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby, Chelsi Arnold, Cj Petterson, E.A. Hale, JD Boudreaux, Jolie St. Armant – Review by Lisa Boltiador

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hometown Heroes has a good mix of stories centered around Christmas, heroes, and love. It has a little somethin for everyone. Courtship and courage is a historical romance with a sassy girl and a determined boat captain, centered around Christmas. I like how he’s making all his choices to be ready for a future with her, it’s sweet. When time stood still is sort of an opposites attract situation. These two were meant to meet, it was fate. Though they definitely butted heads for sure. Safe Haven takes place at this hotel I’ve read about before. All sorts of paranormal things going on, but falling in love is what it’s all about. Such a fun and sweet story.

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by: Carrie Dalby, Chelsi Arnold, CJ Peterson, E.A. Hale, J D Boudreaux, Jolie St. Amant – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hometown Heroes is a great anthology! These following authors provided me with so much Christmas entertainment: Carrie Dalby, Chelsi Arnold, J D Boudreaux, CJ Peterson, E.A. Hale and Jolie St Amant. Some of these authors are new to me, while others I’ve read before. I absolutely loved reading these novellas by some of my favorite authors and being introduced to some great new authors.

Each novella captured my attention and had me hoping for a happy ending! This anthology is one I would recommend to anyone looking for their next Christmas read!

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The Debt Collector (An Underground Bad Boys Romance) by India Kells – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The Debt Collector (An Underground Bad Boys Romance)The Debt Collector by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Debt Collector is part of The Underground Bad Boys series. It can be read as a standalone. There is one part of the story involving Gage that is left open, probably to be explored further in another book.

I read this book in just a few hours because it kept me hooked so I couldn’t put it down. The interactions between Locke and Gage…wow…I thought my Kindle was going to catch fire, lol! Definitely not a book for anyone under the age of 18.

The author has done a wonderful job of creating complex characters with interesting personal histories. Although I was actually more entertained by the dynamic between Locke and Gage, the Tessa character definitely bridged between them well by adding a compassionate strength to offset their physical presence.

Hot! Hot! Hot!

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A Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson Abbott – Review by Tausha Treadway

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson Abbott. This is the 3rd book in this series but I do believe its become my favorite. Its the story of Billie who has left her small hometown to pursue her dreams in the big city of New York. The one thing breaking her heart is that her boyfriend Leroy doesn’t follow. After 5 years Billie has to return home to help her family and she runs in to Leroy. Will she be able to trust him again or will she lose him forever. Maybe all they need is some Christmas magic to make it work out. This book can be read as a standalone but I’ve read them all and love them all. Very quick sweet read!

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby, Chelsi Arnold, J D Boudreaux, C.J Petterson, E.A Hale and Jolie St Amant – Review by Katie Matthews

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

This was a fantastic collection of short Christmas stories by some amazing authors! I loved that there were couple who I have read work by before and then also some new tome authors but each story in this anthology I thought was a well-deserved 5 star read! Although there may only be 5 stories there is definitely something for everybody from historical, contemporary to paranormal!
The 5 stories included in the anthology are as follows
Courtship and Courage by Carrie Dalby
When Time Stood Still by Chelsi Arnold and J.D Boudreaux
Hobbes House Noel by C.J Petterson
Talking in Code by E.A Hale
Safe Haven by Jolie St. Amant
I don’t think I can actually choose a favourite from this anthology which unusual for me there always seems to be one that stands up but I absolutely adored all of them. Each one was different and the author or authors were able to drag me into their stories easily. I actually would have happily read full length versions of any of the stories.
As I said before there is definitely something for everyone in this great collection and I cannot recommend it enough!

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For the Love of Laura Beth (A Chicago Christmas Book 4) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Katie Matthews

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For the Love of Laura BethFor the Love of Laura Beth by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

This was a beautifully written and highly emotional read. The author’s attention to detail during the story was excellent and I really felt like I was right there along with the characters. This is my first read of anything by this author and she has really impressed me with her vivid storytelling. I will absolutely be looking forward to reading more from her in the future. I loved reading about Laura Beth and Joe – I was so wrapped up in their story, the highs and the lows. I think because I was so invested in them I found it really emotional in parts, I was desperate for them to get their happily ever after. I love historical romance stories but I haven’t read one with a war-time setting so it was really interesting to read and I had a hard time putting it down.
A moving and emotional read that I highly recommend!

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The Something Series – Box Set – By Aubrey Bondurant – Review by Laura Furuta

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The Something Series - Box Set Books 1-3: (Tell Me Something, Ask Me Something & Bet Me Something)The Something Series – Box Set Books 1-3: by Aubrey Bondurant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Something Series – Box Set Books 1-3: (Tell Me Something, Ask Me Something & Bet Me Something)
By: Aubrey Bondurant
5 out of 5 stars

This is an amazing set of stories. Each book hooks you in and I found myself getting lost in the pages. Each of the stories focuses on two main characters. I loved reading about the attraction and chemistry that each one had for the other. The feelings that they have for each other are undeniable. The main characters are well-developed, and I found myself caring about them and their happiness with each chapter that I read. My emotions went up and down the entire time I was reading these books. There are moments that will warm your heart and make you smile. There are steamy, red-hot scenes that will make the temperature in the room rise. There are also other secondary characters introduced. I enjoyed reading about the part that they play in the stories. This is an author that does a wonderful job in weaving stories that you will not soon forget. I would highly recommend reading them.

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The Only Series, 5 book boxed Set by Bree Kraemer – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Only Series, 5 book boxed setThe Only Series, 5 book boxed set by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Only Series Boxed Set by Bree Kraemer is a 5 book set with different romance stories Only By His Touch, Only With Trust, If Only, Only You, Only For Love but based around the same group of friends and finding their soul mates. Each couple had their own trials and tribulations to work through to become one. It is an amazing series and the men in the series will make you all hot and sweaty and these sassy and smart women feel like friends. I am a huge fan of Bree’s writing and the ease in which she comes up with amazing characters and their worlds. I loved that all five books are all together so I could just keep reading without stopping.

The stories will keep you on your toes to see how things go and by the time you have finished each one you will need to cool off.

I highly recommend this box set, you won’t be disappointed. I can’t wait to see what Bree comes up with next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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For the Love of Laura Beth (A Chicago Christmas Book 4) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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For the Love of Laura BethFor the Love of Laura Beth by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For the Love of Laura Beth is book four in the Chicago Christmas series by Aubrey Wynne. What an emotionally charged story. Laura Beth and Joe face so many obstacles that threaten  stand in their way of happiness, but they do not let this deter them. Their soul deep love, courage, determination and endurance is commendable and so sweet to read about. This story was also a heartbreaking, and had me sobbing my eyes out. It touched me in a deeply memorable way. I felt like I was experiencing their lives with them, as I was so emotionally invested on their happiness.

The struggles were relentless and debilitating, but never once did they give up. Never once did they throw in the towel. Never once did they leave each others side. A true love story. One of the very finest I have read and one that left me breathless. 5 stars.

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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Hometown Heroes, A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes, A Christmas Anthology by Cj Petterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hometown Heroes is a Christmas anthology comprising of five stories, which included:

Courtship and Courage by Carrie Dalby – A dramatic story set in the summer of 1898. Claire O’Farrell guards her heart but is no match for Joe Walker. This story was edgy and well written. A thoroughly enjoyable read.

When Time Stood Still by Chelsi Arnold and JD Boudreaux – A story starring Jacqueline and Nick. They get on each others nerves, spit fire at each other regularly, and provide a reader with endless action, activity, love and endurance. A fantastic and dramatic tale that was difficult to put down. A cleverly spun story worthy of 5 stars.

Hobbes House Noel by CJ Peterson – Merrill becomes a heroine after saving a stranger’s child. Christmas takes on a whole new meaning for her and she realises that sometimes what you are looking for comes to you in the oddest way, at the most unexpected time. A moving story that stays in your mind long after finishing.

Talking in Code: A Christmas Homecoming by EA Hale – Another story set in years gone by. Evelyn is a suffragette who is fired from her job in an ammunition factory, so a war veteran can take her position. Evelyn becomes entranced by James, until she realises who he is. Explosive emotions, courageous acts, defiance and love all go hand in hand to make up an adrenalin spiking and dramatic story that will never get old.

Safe Haven by Jolie St. Amant – Haven struggles to let go, and after her fiance was brutally taken from her, she has to deal with heartbreak, devastation and loneliness. She meets a dashing musician, Chance, and there unfolds a beautiful story of second chance love. An emotionally charged story that will lea vge a readers heart full.

This anthology celebrates all our heroes and heroines, whether famous or humble in their splendor. This collection of stories points out that  a hero comes in all shapes and sizes, and the strength and courage of the human spirit is awe inspiring and never to be underestimated. All the authors are unique in their own right, but together they deliver some of the best christmas reading you will ever find. 5 stars.

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Hometown Heroes, A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes, A Christmas Anthology by Cj Petterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Antholgy
4 stars

This was a good collection of books, and what a great cause the proceeds go to!
There’s a story for everyone in this set and while they all weren’t my normal genre I love, I found each enjoyable.
I also found new authors to look out for.
If you like the stories of the everyday hero, this is the perfect colletion for you!

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Awakening of a Soul Keeper: Prequel to The Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh – Review by Angela Hayes.

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Awakening Of A Soul Keeper - Prequel to the Soul Keeper SeriesAwakening Of A Soul Keeper – Prequel to the Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Awakening of a Soul Keeper is the prequel to The Soul Keeper series by Brienne Dubh. If this book is anything to go by, the series is set to be fantastic, and is off to a great start. This is my first read by Ms. Dubh and it certainly won’t be the last. I am really looking forward to reading the rest of this series and seeing what Ms. Dubh has in store for us. This is a really great story and I really liked the authors original twist to vampire lore- this paranormal story has action, some adventure, drama, violence, tension- and much more. It is a short story, which makes for a very quick and easy read. The characters are fully developed and interesting individuals who pulled me into the story and kept me reading, needing to know how it all plays out.
Well worth the read!

Thank you, Ms. Dubh!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Debt Collector by India Kells – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Debt Collector (An Underground Bad Boys Romance)The Debt Collector by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fast paced, sexy adventure. This story has several taboo subjects such as sex trafficking, male on male loving and even a little more in the sex department. This book should be read by people with open minds and those that are adults.

The Debt Collector has twists to keep you guessing, surprises to keep you reading and sexy scenes to keep you hot and bothered.

This is the first book I have read by India Kells and it won’t be the last. I really hope there are more stories by Kells about this group of characters as I found them funny, honest, and sexy. The story line was easy to read and follow, with just enough characters to keep the adventure going.

I recommend this book and am looking forward to discovering more from this author.

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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A Pink Christmas Kiss (Christmas Kiss Series) by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pink Christmas Kiss
By Allyson R. Abbott

This is a wonderful, sweet Christmasy romantic story. This was a great story to read with characters that are relatable and fun to get to know. I really enjoyed getting to know Billie and her loyalty to her family. I couldn’t help myself, I had to keep rooting for her and Leroy to work out their communication problem and get their happily ever after. Billie is a strong character and Leroy is such a sweet and caring man. This book gave me all the feel good emotions I love in a good Christmas story. This is the third book in the series and can be read as a standalone but my suggestion is to read them all because they are awesome!! I recommend this book, and this author as a whole because she wonderful storyteller.

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A Frothy Christmas Kiss (Christmas Kiss Series) by Allyson R Abbott – Review by Gail Guerrero

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A Frothy Christmas KissA Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R Abbott

Four Stars

This story had me laughing from the beginning. Kat was so unpredictable. She was random and unfiltered. I really liked the chemistry between her and Dan. I was glad there wasn’t any back and forth between the three people. Dan and Spencer can be friends. I really enjoy this authors books. The only thing that had me checking out was the cat . I didn’t understand his part in the book. But I saw it as a fuller to give the story more pages. Overall a fun read.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89
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Beachcomber Gone: Beachcomber Investigations Book 9: a Romantic Detective Series by Stephanie Queen – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Beachcomber GoneBeachcomber Gone by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beachcomber Gone is book 9 in the Beachcomber Investigations series by Stephanie Queen, but it could be read as a stand alone book. I haven’t read the whole series, and I enjoyed this book. The chemistry between Dane and Shana is fun to read, and the book is full of suspense. The pace is quick, so it makes you not want to put it down.
Dane and Shana are finally engaged, and have decided to travel before tying the knot. They went on vacation to Australia, so Dane can meet Shana’s mom. But before they could even land, they found themselves in the middle of a case, and shortly after arriving, Shana is taken. She has become the lead suspect in one of her old cases, and must avoid being framed, while she and Dane work together to solve the case. Such a fun, fast moving book. I highly recommend it.

Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby, Chelsi Arnold, J.D. Bourdreaux, CJ Peterson, E.A. Hale and Jolie St. Amant – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Hometown Heroes: A Christmas AnthologyHometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology
Four Stars

Hometown Heroes is a collection of five stories: Courtship and Courage by Carrie Daley, When Time Stand Still by Chelsi Arnold and J.D. Bourdreaux, Hobbes House Noel by CJ Peterson, Talking in Code: A Christmas Homecoming by E.A. Hale, Safe Haven by Jolie St. Amant. Each story features a different genre but they all have a Christmas theme.
The short stories are all well written and held my attention from beginning to end. I haven’t read any of these authors so I’m glad a chance to get a little snippet of their writing styles. I love the heroe aspect of these stories. The strong characters and the romance. This is a great collection and I would highly recommend this collection to get you in the Christmas spirit.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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The Confectioners Truth (The Confectioners Chronicles, book 3) by Claire Luana – Review by Gail Guerrero

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The Confectioner's Truth (Confectioner Chronicles Book 3)The Confectioner’s Truth by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Confectioners Truth by Claire Luana

Four Stars

What a great end to this book. The author truly knew how to pull you into this story. The magic alone would’ve been good. But the author added the twists and turns. Love, death, tragedy and sweets made this story even better. Wren was really brave even though she didn’t do very much. She has been. Through a lot in this story and I was glad with how it ended. The author did an amazing job developing the characters throughout every book.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89
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A Pink Christmas Kiss (Christmas Kiss Series) by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Gail Guerrero

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Pink Christmas Kiss Allyson R. Abbott

Four Stars

There is just something so magical about Christmas time. Not just the thought of gifts but people seem to be more caring and joyful. These Christmas stories have kept my heart light. Time goes home in a time of need for her family. When she is there Leroy is still there. They didn’t separate on the best of terms. I like Leroy. I also felt bad for him. Life handed them both decisions and Leroy handled the best. This was a sweet light story that you can enjoy on any night.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89
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Full Glasses and Burju Shoes by Blake Blessing – Review by Maura Harper

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Full Glasses and Burju ShoesFull Glasses and Burju Shoes by Blake Blessing
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Top 10 things I liked about this book (in no particular order)

1. The cover is beautiful
2. The discreet way the reader is taught how to pronounce the name of the dance
3. PTSD is openly acknowledged and spoken about
4. The friendships
5. The visually detailed description of the dance
6. The romance
7. The satisfaction of reading a well written story
8. A strong beginning, middle and end
9. Watching people “lift each other up”
10. The contented feeling when reading the epilogue

Review by @mauraharper

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Souls Collide (Collide Series #3) by Kristina Beck – Review by Emma Morreale

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Souls Collide (Collide Series #3)Souls Collide by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The hearts and flames on the cover are they perfect way to represent this book.
I did not read this series in order and while I didn’t feel super lost in some parts, I would recommend reading them in order to get the most out of these books.
Alexa has it all. She has looks, luck, smarts, and doesn’t need to worry about money. Kent doesn’t want the darkness that pervades his life to tarnish Alexa’s even though he is drawn to her.
The connection between the two main characters is palpable and would make this book worth reading if it was just these two going at odds with their emotions. Fortunately, Kristina Beck added so much more. Strangers lurking in the dark threaten Alexa and force Kent to come to terms with his protective instincts and the inescapable pull he feels around Alexa.
Also when I read “Your bright light shines through the cracks in my wall” I giggled like the nerd I am and thought about the crack in Amy Pond’s bedroom and wondered if Prisoner Zero would make an appearance.

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A Second Chance (Powder River Pack Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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A Second Chance (The Powder River Pack #1)A Second Chance by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
A Second Chance ( Powder River Pack Book 1) By Brooke May is a paranormal romance and a book I loved reading. The more paranormal romance books I read the more I love the genre. I had a hard time putting this down once I started reading. I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster ride as my emotions were all over the place. This story is about Derek and Annabelle.These two found love early in life and then found themselves apart.Although both of them was broken hearted they both went on with their lives. They both found themselves not as happy with other people as they were together. Now that Annabelle finds herself back in Fetterman due to her estranged father being gravely ill. There is definitely still an attraction between these two when they see each other.Can these two get a Second chance at love?Annabelle has made a wonderful career for herself. If forced to choose her career or love which will she choose? Find out what happens with these two, I highly recommend reading this Book and I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Hope’s Defeat (The Fated) by Angela McPherson – Review by Sarah Oakes

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Hope's Defeat (The Fated #3)Hope’s Defeat by Angela McPherson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about struggles. After the events of the last book, Blain was infected by the dark orbs. Desperate to save him, Trinity uses new powers to look for a forgotten god and ask for help. But everything comes with a price, and is it too much to pay?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns. Well developed characters like Trinity trying to do whats right whilst dealing with new powers or new friends like Kyron and Centu supportive and brave. A spinechilling villain in Cronus
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel with the natural imagery of the crisp dawn or the green meadows in the dream so vivid felt as if you were there. I also loved the sense of the elements with ice and fire and air with the wind and the aether aswell was a brillaint addition for a more powerful magical feel to the novel. The contrasts with cold and hot and vivid colours such as black and red or green and blue were perfectly written.
I loved how it started straight with the action and Watchers to captivate the reader from the start. I also adored the use of mythology in the book with Cronus and Tarturus true to the original. Fast paced action and high stakes in a fantasy world made for a captivating read.Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Gail Guerrero

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes

Four Star

A quick read that was very interesting. I don’t know much about the culture but I really enjoy it. Soumya was too stubborn for me. She assumed way to much. Vir didn’t make it any better. Overall the story held my interest because of its uniqueness. This is my first story by this author and I will be picking up another. Every page was filled with something different. The characters weren’t all the way there but they have potential. I wish the attire was detailed more because it was hard to picture it especially since it’s not something I’m familiar with.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89
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A Tangy Christmas Kiss (Christmass Kiss Series) by Allyson R Abbott – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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A Tangy Christmas KissA Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
• A Tangy Christmas Kiss By Allyson R. Abbott is an Amazingly written story that will have you laughing one minute to feeling the magic the next minute . You also realize the importance of family. I had a hard time putting this down once I started reading it. Mel is on the way to Spain which happens to be a last minute request from her mother it’s to watch her aunts house while she’s in the hospital. Some stuff starts happening and it causes her frustration and the jet lag shes tired and just needs to rest.Then there’s the handsome stranger who set next to her on the flight who helps her.She can’t really understand what he saying, she’s not very fluent in Spanish. But its hard to say no to his assistance. How far will this handsome stranger go out of his way to help her? When she finally gets to her aunts house what happens?Find out what happens between her and the handsome stranger, I highly recommend reading this book its very heart warming. Loved this Book and can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Something Series (Box Set Books 1-3) by Aubrey Bondurant – Review by Ashleigh Whitwell

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The Something Series - Box Set Books 1-3: (Tell Me Something, Ask Me Something & Bet Me Something)The Something Series – Box Set Books 1-3: by Aubrey Bondurant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Something Series boxset contains the first three instalment of Aubrey Bondurant’s Something series: Tell Me Something, Ask Me Something and Bet Me Something. Each story follows a different couple but all revolve around the same friendship group. Set in stylish cities across America, New York City and Las Vegas to name just two, all three of these books are exciting, glamorous and addicting reads. One of my favourite series EVER, I cannot recommend this boxset enough.

If the previous statement didn’t give it away, this review is definitely a little biased. I absolutely love this series and have done from the moment I started reading Hayley and Josh’s story in Tell Me Something. Those two characters, and their dramatic storyline, pulled me in from the very beginning and before I knew it I was hooked. While Josh isn’t the easiest person to love, including for Hayley (!), seeing these two grow closer over the course of the book was so much fun. Being the first couple of the series, they have a special place in my heart and in the series itself; they are the originals! So when I started Ask Me Something, I have to admit that I was a little apprehensive. How were Sasha and Brian going to live up to my expectations? Quite easily, as it turns out, and soon I was obsessed with them, too. This book definitely had a more grown up feel and I loved reading about to adult characters with powerful, high-level careers. The dynamic between the two was so interesting and their passion and charisma was hot. I loved how Brian both pulled Sasha out of her comfort zone and made her feel safe. A lot of love for these two!

Of all the books in the series, Bet Me Something has a special place in my heart. Colby and Kenzie are younger characters who are still trying to figure stuff out, which makes them so much more relatable for me. Another bonus is the friends-to-loves storyline, as this is probably my favourite romance genre. I love the whole ‘childhood crush’ thing Kenzie has for Colby and found myself screaming at Colby to finally admit his feelings for her. This is the perfect angsty read that the series was missing and I have to say, is probably my favourite.

If you’re not already convinced, this is a must-read romance series. I can’t remember how many people I have recommend it to and they have also said they love it. Once you’ve started this series you won’t want to stop, so the boxset is the perfect introduction; trust me, books four and five are just as good! I will never stop re-reading this series and honestly cannot recommend it enough.

Review by @ashleighw

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Wish upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q Fernandes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Wish upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q Fernandes is a book that draws you in from the beginning and keeps your attention till the end.i love this author’s style of writing and her attention to detail, I felt like I was right there with the characters. Vir Seth and Soumya are both very interesting but the attraction is definitely their even though they both deny it. What does their future look like?Can they even have a future? Find out what happens when they find themselves in the middle of a situation. I highly recommend reading this book. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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A Pink Christmas Kiss (Christmas Kiss Series) by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Jana Teppih

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pink Christmas Kiss is the third Christmas story in Allyson R. Abbott’s Christmas Kiss series. It is a beautiful Christmas romance of second chances that takes place in a small town in the middle of nowhere! You can for sure read it as a standalone.
A Pink Christmas Kiss is the story of Billie who left for the big city lights five years earlier and is now back in her small hometown as her dad was no longer able to continue running his auto shop, and of Leroy who never followed Billie even though that is what she had hoped/assumed/wished for. Leroy was her first love and the guys in NYC never managed to fill the hole he had left in Billie’s heart.
When these two meet again, the connection is still there … it feels as nothing has changed … they do have a rough start though as Billie always seems to be saying something wrong but it is a Christmas story and their love is so strong and … I am sure you can guess the rest! The writer though takes us on this beautiful journey of two people realizing that they are each other ‘the one’ and no matter what happens … Pick up a copy and make yourself a cup of hot chocolate and read away!

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