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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review Sarah Oakes

The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about reinvention. South Pole Alaska is slowly becoming a ghost town as residents leave. When the mayor resigns, local Jack Furst is volunteered into the role. Can he come up with a way to restore their town?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like the supportive Joyce living her dream or Jack wanting to help others. Extremely enjoyable as a prequel to learn how all the traditions came to be.
I loved the feel of a small town community working together to brainstorm ideas with the sense of a small town with little shops and friendly people.
I also loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with the Christmas tree and decorations or the Santa costume full of vivid colours against the snow white landscape. Also the sense of the elements in the cold and the snow as if you could feel it And the unusual but refreshing take on Christmas. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Across From You By Amabel Daniels – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Across From YouAcross From You by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Across From You By Amabel Daniels is a wonderfully written romantic comedy that I had a hard time putting down once I started reading. This is Lexi and Jack’s story. Lexi is a woman who has sworn off men and is trying to guard her heart But then she meets Jack. Jack is looking for love and can’t stop thinking about her. Will she give Jack a chance to win her heart?can he convince her that he wants a relationship with her? Will these two get their HEA? I highly recommend reading this book especially if you want to know what happens next .I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland – Review by Lisa Helmick

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella
By Deborah Garland
Rated 5 stars

This is a story filled with characters about strong family ties. It also gives me a feeling of the love between not only the main characters but also the whole family. It’s nice to see Greg and Faith again. She is pregnant with twins and they have just come back from Skye and Edwards wedding. Then all heck breaks loose. Can they recover together or will they lose faith?

I loved seeing all the characters from the previous books in here. This family has such an amazing bond between them. Each has had a disconnect for a bit but they have all come back. When there are times of need? They all cover for each other. The guys…well their bonding has its fun times. They girls….give good advice. I particularly liked the relationship Greg has always had with his Dad. This one shows so much of that love between them and (hopefully Greg can carry that forward.

This story made me a little emotional at times. I also chuckled a few. Hopefully this isn’t the last in the series but maybe Lily can get a story now and we can still touch base with a few of these wonderful characters!

If you have read the previous series you will enjoy this. If you have not read the series you will enjoy it as well but maybe not have such a deep understanding of the characters. Either way it a great read!

Review by @lisahelmick
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An Agreement (Summer in New York #3) by Lindsay Marie Miller – Review by Tracy Manderson

An Agreement (Summer in New York, #3)An Agreement by Lindsay Marie Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Agreement (Summer in New York #3) by Lindsay Marie Miller
5 out of 5 stars
An Agreement is the third book in the Summer in New York series written by Ms. Miller and she did not disappoint. This author is an amazing writer with her unique storytelling. The characters are amazing and the plot two broken find each other and heal each other. The description of New York and Louisiana were incredible.
Can friends turn into lovers? When someone friend zones you can you become more? You will have to read this amazing story.
Bailey is still single at twenty five. Not the future she had in mind. If only she understood men. How they think. What they want. So far, online dating is a bust. Until her new friend Carter agrees to help me. He’s rugged and sexy in a brooding kind of way. Too be bad he’s got her in the friend zone. Because the only man she want’s is him.
From the moment they met, Carter can’t stop thinking about her. She’s everything any man would dream of having. But she’ll never be his. He is broken and lost. He’s not good enough for her. No man is. That’s why he is breaking the guy code and spilling all of our secrets. So she won’t be subject to the manipulative ways of men. Because Bailey deserves her knight in shining armor. Even if he’s not himself.
Why isn’t Carter good enough for Bailey? Can they fight their demons together or will is destroy them? Will they have a happily ever after?
I highly recommend this book/series…
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Tracy
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Hope’s Decree (The Fated Book 1) by Angela McPherson – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Hope's Decree (The Fated #1)Hope’s Decree by Angela McPherson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hope’s Decree is book one in the Fated series by Angela McPherson. I have not read work by this author for a while and it was a fantastic break from the norm, for me. This story was well balanced, with just the right amount of suspense, paranormal activity, energy, intensity and attraction.

Trinity has the frustrating ability to hear others thoughts, which she deals with with a lot of trepidation and uncertainty. And being a relative of the ever curious Pandora, how else could she be?? The timing that allowed me to read Hope’s Decree could not have been more perfect. I was ready for a story with a difference, and I can say it was a whole lot of different wrapped in excitement and wonder.

Angela McPherson has totally blindsided me with the ingenious quality and complexity of the story and its characters. I cannot wait for more. 5 stars.

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Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

Degrees of Control (Prestian Series, #3)Degrees of Control by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari is ​the third book in the series and is a suspense erotic romance story. This book continues on from the others and should not be read as a standalone because you will not have all the information about the characters and their world behind you. It took awhile for the story to rev up but when it did it got interesting and I sat up and took notice. I enjoyed but I found myself having issues with Kate she frustrated me in this book because she wasn’t willing to bend and always assumed the worst. There is lots of action and danger, secrets and mystery that will keep you intrigued to know what is going to happen.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Shoot Me (Lie to Me #2) by Lynda Filler – Review by Katie Matthews

Shoot Me (Lie to Me #2)Shoot Me by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Shoot Me is the second book in the Lie to Me series and I loved every second of it! I really enjoy this authors writing style, her descriptive language allows me to feel like I am really there in her stories and in this case in Mexico – I really could imagine everything that I was reading, the sights, the smells, the colours – everything was vivid in my mind!
This book should be read after book 1 as it is a continuation, one that follows the ending of book 1 very quickly time frame wise. Layla is moving after trying to get over Mateo leaving her the way he did. A change if scene and a place full of sexy men certainly seems to be the idea that Layla has to help her achieve this! And this distraction comes with the name Pablo! Oh he was a hot one!! There was certainly a lot of passion between the two of them!
Alongside all the passion and culture that the author includes in her stories Ms Filler adds other aspects too from a social and political side, this makes her books refreshing to read.
From the writing style side, it did take me a little time to get into but I liked the past and present telling of the story and the format it was written in – it suited the story well.
I am looking forward to more from this author again in the future!

@katiem

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Jenni Bishop

The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams is a short but cute christmas romance story. I wasn’t sure what I was getting when I first looked at he book but the story is original and a little magical and you will enjoy each and every bit of it. Christmas in South Pole, Alaska has never been quite like this one, it’s a little zany, a little wacky and a little fun. Just what the town needs. It encompasses all there is that is christmas, family and friends, love and joy, spirit and caring. It is simplistic in it’s telling which is spot on.

This is a feel good story that can be read in one nice relaxing afternoon.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Degrees of Control (Prestian Series #3) by Via Mari – Review by Katie Matthews

Degrees of Control (Prestian Series, #3)Degrees of Control by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Since finishing book 2 in this series I have been itching to start book 3 – I needed more of Chase and Katarina’s story and I was not disappointed at all! This is definitely turning out to be a 5 star series! The author took the drama to the next level in this book and for the first time I started questioning whether I actually like Katarina or not, this is the first time that I have ever had my feelings change towards a main character so far into the series and I love it! For me it means the author is keeping her characters fluid and they are evolving with the storyline! I still love Chase; he is an alpha male but with a softer side which I really like about him. There is still an intense sexual chemistry between then two of them in this story which doesn’t seem to be showing signs of getting any less – although Katarina had turned down Chase’s proposal I am still rooting for them as a couple!
I am absolutely looking forward to the fourth book in the series and seeing what happens with Chase and Katarina!

@katiem

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella (Darling Cove) by Deborah Garland – Review by Katie Matthews

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

I have really enjoyed this series so was really excited to find this new Christmas novella featuring some of my favourite characters! I loved Greg and Faith so couldn’t wait to read more about them. I love Christmas stories so I knew that I was going to love this one and I absolutely did! It was a really well written novella that I would quite happily have read a full length version of (mainly because I love this author and her amazing characters!) I loved that it was so much more than the sweet Christmas read I anticipated it to be, it had some great twists and turns in it and some very emotional moments. Ms Garland never fails to drag me into her stories and the lives of her characters with ease and this book was no exception. I would recommend the other books in the series are read as well so you can fully appreciate the back story of the main characters!
I loved A Must for Christmas and I look forward to more from this author again in the future!

@katiem

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Mouse Trapped: Satan’s Devils MC #9 by Manda Mellett – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Mouse Trapped: Satan's Devils MC #9Mouse Trapped: Satan’s Devils MC #9 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mouse Trapped: Satan’s Devils MC #9 by Manda Mellett
5 stars

This book was different than the others I’ve read in this series. It still had all the MC necessities of course, but it dealt alot with heritage and also the awful process for those here from another country and getting to be able to stay legally.
Mariana and Tse,aka Mouse, meet in a terrifying way in the woods, but when he learns more of her life in just one night, he vows to stay away, but fate has other plans.
This was such an intense read for me, not just the action but the harrowing process Mariana went through and all the closed doors in their faces.
I cant wait to see what is next for this series and I desperately need to go and read this series from the beginning to read the ones I’ve missed.

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Healing Danger: A Fortis Security Novel Book 1 (Fortis Security Series) by Maddie Wade – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Healing Danger (Fortis Security #1)Healing Danger by Maddie Wade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Healing Danger: A Fortis Security Novel Book 1 (Fortis Security Series) by Maddie Wade
5 stars

Ive read many books by this author but this was my first of this series and my goodness what a read.
Dane and Lauren have known each other for a little while through mutual friends and then lost touch due to Laurens ex.
Now Lauren is in danger and they must get to the bottom of many unanswered questions.
This was full of everything needed in a romantic suspence. There were times i wanted to strangle Dane because he made a stupid choice but in the end without those,it wouldn’t have been the same.
I can’t wait to read the rest of this series.

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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1) by Alex Bailey – Review by Heather Bahm

Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True, #1)Once Upon a Romance by Alex Bailey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alex Bailey’s Once Upon a Romance is the first book in A Dream Come True. This holiday themed story was beautifully written. My favorite character was Ariel, the niece. Even though she was not a main character, she shined in this story. That is not to say that I didn’t like Sophie. I felt her character had a lot of self-discovery and growth as the story progressed and it was handled in a way that felt natural. With most of the story taking place in Disney, this tale was magical in so many ways – from the locale, to the emotions, to the people that were passing characters in the store – it all brought together the theme of a dream come true. Alex Bailey is a talented author and I felt that she did it effortlessly within this romance that focused on the emotional ties more than the physical – you don’t always feel that passion in some stories.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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Born to Fight (Can’t Resist You Book 1) by Brittany Anne – Review by Heather Bahm

Born to Fight (Can't Resist You, #1)Born to Fight by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Born to Fight, by Brittany Anne, is the first book in the Can’t Resist You series. This is a captivating story that is built upon the most unfortunate of circumstances driving together individuals that are drawn together despite all that is going on around them. I found the sequence of events through the story and how the author laid them out was well thought out. The story was multi-dimensional giving life to the story through the characters and events. Hunter and Rain were exceptional characters from the start of the story. The chemistry was exquisite and the journey was masterful. A great story by Brittany Anne. Can’t wait to read the next book(s) in the series.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND – Review by Maura Harper

Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

cour·te·san/ˈkôrdəzən,ˈkôrdəzan
noun
a prostitute, especially one with wealthy or upper-class clients. (Miriam Webster Dictionary)

I was super surprised at how much I enjoyed this story. I had preconceived ideas as to what it would be about and it was so much more!!!

This is a well written tale about a woman who is in tune with her empathic talent and uses it to help people heal in their life. We get to read the story from not only her point of view, but we get to”hear” her emotions as well (I enjoyed Hope most of all).

This book has a lot of layers with enough suspense that I’m invested in the journey and will immediately search for the next story in the series. (Crossing my fingers that it is written)

There are open door sex scenes but they aren’t super drawn out or used as filler to the story.

I believe this is the first book I’ve read by this author and I will be reading more in the future!!!

Review by @mauraharper

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F*cking Frank (The Smirk Series) by Jen Luerssen – Review by Sunday Barnaby

F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1)F*cking Frank by Jen Luerssen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

F*cking Frank by Jen Luerssen
Four Stars

F*cking Frank is the first book in the Smirk series by Jen Luerssen. This romantic comedy had me hooked from the very first page and I couldn’t put it down until the last. I love hat this book was told in Frank’s point of view. This book had me laughing out loud, which makes it a great book for me, and tearing up at times. It also had some steamy hot love scenes. Frank and Mikey have great chemistry and the story has me rooting for them throughout the story. This is the first book I have read by Ms. Luerssen and I’m looking forward to reading many more in the future.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts #1) by Carole Mortimer – Review by Erica Fish

Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts #1)Nathaniel by Carole Mortimer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nathaniel by Carole Mortimer is book one in her series Dragon Hearts. This will be a great new series for Dragon paranormal books. Her story line gripped me and had me going through the roller coaster ride. It is a light hearted story which makes it a fast read. Carole Mortimer did an amazing job of introducing the characters. Even though there was not a depth to all the characters but Nathaniel and Chloe was the focus . Nathaniel is in a castle that is not on a map anywhere with a total of 5 males. Chloe is a journalist who is a strong independent woman who is not afraid to go after her story. Chloe knows there is a story with the guys living in this castle but will she get the story is another question. Will Nathaniel open himself and the secrets that go with him and the castle? One will have to read to find out.

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Mad About Matt ( A Red Maple Falls, #1) By Theresa Paolo – Review by Tausha Treadway

Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls #1)Mad About Matt by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mad About Matt ( A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1) by Theresa Paolo. This is the story of Matt Hayes & Shay Michaels who fell in love one summer years ago. They thought they were going to be together forever but Shay trusted her mom and moved back home to the big city and thought she had lost Matt forever. Matt was devastated and never got over Shay. He became the local Sheriff and Shay moved back to Red Maple Falls years later. Matt comes from a large family and Shay was still friends with a couple of his sisters. Matt avoided Shay as much as possible until an alarm went off in her bakery, the Sweet Dreams Bakery, Shay’s baby. Sparks were still there and it wasn’t long until they were right back in a relationship. Can they both learn to trust each other again or will Shay let her crazy Mom control her again and will Matt let his insecurities about not being good enough for Shay cloud his emotions. This is a super sweet book and a quick read. I can’t wait to read the rest of the Series!

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A Must For Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
A Must For Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland is a heart warming read that had me feeling like I was on an emotional rollercoaster ride with a few twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat waiting to see what happens next. Faith and Greg are about to be parents but there are secrets that could destroy their new family. Will they get their Christmas Miracle ? Find out what happens next, I highly recommend this book. I look forward to seeing what this author comes out with next.

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Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Series #3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Jana Teppih

Must Be CrazyMust Be Crazy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Must Be Crazy is the third book in Deborah Garland’s Darling Cove series! We are back in Darling Cove where both Gwendolyn and Greg Mallory have finally found their loves. Hopefully now will be their sister Skye’s turn or at least that is what her father is expecting. The writer is taking us back to the ups and downs of a budding relationship and family and loyalty and camaraderie and … above all, love!
We meet Skye and a single father Edward Mendelsohn. We have met them previously and I have to say it was high time for them to get their own story! I know I know … most of us hated Skye but at the same time we all know that the characters we hate most might turn out the ones we feel most for!
So, the lawyer and the architect are thrown together when fire destroys Skye’s apartment and business and Edward is there (he is the Fire Chief). Edward hopes that finally he will be able to pursue the woman she has secretly been desiring for ever … well, like in life, nothing is that simple! You will be keeping your breath to see if all this drama will derail their budding love …
Welcome into a story with multiple story lines that remind you of real life with its messiness and beauty! I am looking forward to the next one in the series AND I have that novella already downloaded on my e-reader!

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Distant Memory (Solum Series Book 3) by Colleen S. Myers – Review by Katie Matthews

Distant MemoryDistant Memory by Colleen S. Myers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

After finishing book 2 in this series I couldn’t wait to carry on with the story. It is a continuation story so I highly recommend the previous stories. I was excited to see recurring characters and also some new ones. I actually think this may have been my favourite from the series so far. The author creates such a magical, fantasy world through her amazing descriptive writing; she really does make you feel you are right there in the story. I really do love Beta and I love seeing how much her character has grown and continued to do so over this story, she seemed to gain this real strength about her. She has such determination to get revenge, she wants to stand up for what is right which is admirable and she is so passionate about it – that really comes across in this story! I loved all the new twists and turns that came up throughout the book. This really is a wonderful series and I cannot wait to see what is to come next from this author!

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Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls, #1) by Theresa Paolo-Review by April Johnson

Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls #1)Mad About Matt by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first book by Theresa Paolo, but it won’t be my last. Mad About Matt is a small town, second chance love story. The characters are amazing and I love the storyline. Matt is the Sheriff of Red Maple Falls, a delightful little town that has the cutest residents. The Hayes family completely sucked me in, and I can’t wait to devour each of their stories as they find love. The story was easy to read, engaging, and the chemistry was off the charts adorable. My favorite book from Theresa Paolo. Completely recommended for anyone looking for a feel good romance. Can’t wait to read the rest of the series.

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A Must for Christmas (Darling Cove Series) by Deborah Garland – Review by Sarah Oakes

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about miracles. Faith finally married and found happiness with Greg and is about to give birth. But complications arise in the pregnancy and Faith gets sick in hospital. Will Faith and Greg be able to pull through it all or will they need a miracle?
A great read. Well developed plot. A wonderful addition to the series. I loved the combination of drama and fast paced action but also the fun magic of Christmas. Also the sense of a large family helping each other out and sticking together no matter what was a great touch I Loved the visual detail in conntraating colours with the white of the hospital bed against the yellow walls of the nursery which was beautifully written. The only issue I would raise is that there is some repetition of previous plots from the series at the beginning. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1) by Jen Luerssen – Review by Jenni Bishop

F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1)F*cking Frank by Jen Luerssen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1) by Jen Luerssen is a romantic comedy and it is one of the most funniest stories I have read. Jen hit the mark when she wrote this book, it is told in a male point of view and her dialogue and humour was spot on. I found myself laughing out loud and getting funny looks when I did so, but I didn’t care because I was so engrossed in the lives of these wacky characters. It was also sexy and steamy and there were some tender moments that made you go ah. The story feels so realistic as we follow these crazy friends, who are family, through their lives, with all their quirks and sexy smexy innuendos, teasing and mateship, love and flaws, hope and wonder.

I seriously look forward to reading more of these characters in this series, as one book is not enough. Good job Jen!

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings By Maria F. DeBlassie – Review by Heather Bahm

Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily ConjuringsEveryday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria F DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Maria F DeBlassie’s Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings is a different spin on a book that has you step back, picture your life, how you are interacting, and finding yourself. This book inviting a relaxing read and reflections made by the author. In no way is this a directional book on how to take your life, but it was a fresh breath of air that makes you want to shift how you may view particular things as they impact your life. I found that this author did a fine job in portraying their thoughts and beliefs in a way that comes across as inspiring, possibly spiritual in certain ways, but overall finding wellness within.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1) by Jen Luerssen – Review by Tracy Wilkin

F*cking Frank (Smirk Series Book 1)F*cking Frank by Jen Luerssen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

F*cking Frank is a hilarious and addictive tale about two people who are almost the same and is book one in the Smirk series by Jen Luerssen.

Frank meets Mikey and it is like they are cut from the same cloth.The likeness between the two is uncanny and makes for seriously unputdownable reading. It was captivating, so ridiculously funny, which had me hoping I could read extra slow, just to savour the moments with these two. I was borderline needing therapy after this, as I laughed like I was crazy and loved like I never would again. It was so entertaining that I cannot get into another book right now.

As this is my first time reading Jen Luerssen’s work, I was stunned at how immersed I became in it. It was instant. Reading F*cking Frank was an unforgettable experience and I desperately await the next book in the Smirk series. 5 stars.

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Degree’s of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Degrees of Control (Prestian Series, #3)Degrees of Control by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Degrees of Control ( A Prestian Series Book 3 ) by Via Mari is the third book in her A Prestian Series. I highly recommend reading the first two books in this series as well as they pick up where the last one left off. I’m loving this series and can’t get enough of Chase and Kate. There are a few twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what happens next. They will also take you on a emotional rollercoaster ride.i love the characters and the story flowed well.See what happens .I highly recommend reading this book. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Deadly Alliance: A Fortis/Purgatory Crossover Novel by Maddie Wade and India Kells – Review by Naomi McDonald

Deadly Alliance: A Fortis/Purgatory Crossover NovelDeadly Alliance: A Fortis/Purgatory Crossover Novel by Maddie Wade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deadly Alliance is a Fortis/Purgatory crossover novel. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this collaboration as this is my first experience with the Purgatory novels, but this story is fabulous. The story line keeps things moving and it is easy to connect to the characters. I love that there are a lot of strong females working alongside the alpha males.

In this story, Emme and Shane have to go undercover to help catch a killer who is targeting women that look like Bea, the leader of the Purgatory team. As they get closer to uncovering who the killer is, Emme’s life is in danger. Shane would like to believe that the angst he feels is fallout from losing his best friend’s sister to this maniac, but he knows he is lying to himself. He seems to have developed feelings for Emme, which is distracting him from the mission. If he wants to keep Emme safe, he needs to hold it together. After a horrible tragedy, Shane knows what he has to do, even if it breaks Emme’s heart.

Deadly Alliance starts out a little on the slower side, but it picks up a few chapters in. It becomes an intense tale that will have you on the edge of your seat wondering how it will all turn out.

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Courage (The Sisterhood Series Book 2) by Chelsi Arnold – Review by Heather Lovelace

Courage (The Sisterhood Series #2)Courage by Chelsi Arnold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful book. I literally experienced the full range of emotions while walking through these pages. Anger. Heartbreak. Joy. Relief. This book was one I will gladly go back and read again. It is part of the Sisterhood series. Although it can be read as a stand-alone I believe the greatest appreciation for the story and characters will come from reading it in series order. Just a wonderful book. Thank you, Ms. Arnold.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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My Free Life: Prequel to the Brothers of Camelot (My Life series) by Necie Navone – Review by Julie Lounello

My Free LifeMy Free Life by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Free Life by Necie Navone is the third and final installment of the Life series. This is a five star novel. I can’t believe we are done learning about Alessandra and her crazy, hectic mob life. Living in Italy, she is the daughter of the Capo and is set to take over the Family when we father passes the torch. As a twenty year old now, she is not having a carefree life that she should as a college student. She is only biding her time until she graduates from university so she can take off and disappear. I love how this book lets us into the life of the Brothers of Camelot series also. I will definitely be picking up that series next.

Review by @julie-lounello

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