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Across From You by Amabel Daniels – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Across From YouAcross From You by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Across From You by Amabel Daniels
Rated 4 stars

This is a cute story about a chance meeting. I really liked Lexi and Jack. Both had great senses of humor. I loved how they met and the second meeting as well. I liked how they were both basically “regular” people. Not glamorous jobs or super rich. There was many things I liked about Lexi. How she is honest, faithful and has a face full of thoughts. She could be anyone. Jack wasn’t as rigid as I would expect being a state trooper. I loved his attitude and that once he decided to go for it he was “all” in. These two seemed “real” in the respect of their jobs and insecurities on their feelings with each other.

My only issue is there is a lot of thinking and rehashing going on in their noggins. Some is okay in my book but repetitive or too much is not my cup of tea. This isn’t my first book by this author. I enjoy her characters and writings style. So I will always look forward to the next book from her.

Review by @lisahelmick
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Player (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Player ( 21St Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND. All Evelyn (Evie’s) life she has had to take care of her Mom. Being bipolar she’s remained locked up a lot and its up to Evie to take care of her sister while she’s away. She has finally got her sister in college and she has finished and become a Elementary teacher. The only problem is the bills keep coming and she really doesn’t make enough to meet them all especially with all her mom’s medications. One of her fellow teachers talks to her about becoming a Courtesan ( High Profile Escort) but Evie turns it down until the bills just keep coming and she gets further and further behind. She becomes one of the best Escorts Ma Maison Agency has. She is full of empathy and she can tune into her clients so well. Everything is going great until she starts receiving stalker letters from someone and on top of that she’s beginning to have feelings for Dylan McAlister one of her clients. She finally has enough and wants to get out of the Escort business but she has 4 clients that won’t let her go. One is Dylan, one wants to kill her, one wants to buy her and one is playing her. Can she get out with her life? This book was so good. It was a fast read and full of entertainment.

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Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3) By Desiree Lafawn – Review By Stacey Baxter

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Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3)Jesse by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book of the series and can be read as a standalone but i would go back and read the other two as they brilliant too! This novel took me on an emotional rollercoaster with many twists and turns to keep you on your toes a long the way. Jesse and Harlow have scorching chemistry can almost feel it radiate from the pages all i wanted is for them to be happy. Once i started this novel i was hooked just couldn’t pull my eyes away i enjoyed every second.and i can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Heather Bahm

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4)Imperfect Heart by Tarina Deaton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Imperfect Heart, Combat Hearts Book 4, by Tarina Deaton is a well written romantic comedy. This story of Zoe and Tim is absolutely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed the way the story began and the hi-jinks that follow make this a great novel. Zoe is a strong female character in this story, but she can’t deny that she needs help at some points. The question is, how much can she take and from whom. Then, adding Tim into the mix, and he has a protective streak a mile wide. Their personalities clash, but at the same time, the magnetism between them is undeniable from the beginning. This was a fun story throughout.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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Who: A Stalker Series #1 by Megan Mitcham – Review by Michelle Austin

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Who (Stalker, #1)Who by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who was a great 5 star psychological thriller and book one in the Stalker series.

Larkin is a very hard worker and has created a fashion empire. One night while she was taking some alone time on the roof she is pulled off the ledge by a mysterious man who thought she was going to jump. Who is he and what was he doing on the roof?

When Larkin discovers she has a stalker things take an interesting twist. I was really pulled in and through the whole book I was trying to figure out who the stalker was. There are so many twists and turns my head was spinning.

We learn pretty quickly that she doesn’t have a great relationship with her father. She does have a group of friends that she is close to and I really liked them. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. The author does a great job with her writing. There is so much going on that your head will be spinning. We do also get some steamy scenes. I really liked the epilogue and I can’t wait to start the next book in the series.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Degrees of Acceptance (Prestian Series, #2) by Via Mari – Review by Sara Oxton

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Degrees of Acceptance (Prestian Series, #2)Degrees of Acceptance by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Degrees of Acceptance by Via Mari a four-star read that will turn your head. This is the second book in A Prestian Series and I would recommend you read the series in order as they give the whole story and you won’t want to miss a detail and it does continue the story. This is such a story of discovery and identity, it does touch on trigger subjects so don’t read if you don’t like that sort of thing. Kate was a great character overall, but I don’t know at times I did find her a little off at parts, and then she came into her own again, so I ended up loving her again. If you want passion, mystery, suspense, drama and humour as well then this is a series for you.

Review by @saraoxo

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Player (21st Century Courtesan Series Book #1) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Angela Hayes.

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

 

Player is the first book in the 21st Century Courtesan Series by Pamela DuMond. Ms. DuMond is a new-to-me author that I wish I had discovered sooner. This story really had so much going on in it. The multi-layered storyline took me on a ride that I won’t soon forget. It’s original, suspenseful, mysterious, sexy, and dramatic- which made for quite a captivating read.
Evelyn Berlinger (Evie) is an empath who had quite a tumultuous childhood, with one particularly tragic event shattering her young existence. Because of this tragedy she suppressed her empathic abilities- shutting them down and tried to get on with her life. Since reaching adulthood, she has taken financial responsibility for her family, which put a heavy strain on her and her bank account. So, when the opportunity comes to earn some extra money- Evie has to give it serious consideration. But working for the Ma Maison Agency as a high priced escort is not without its own issues.
Things get really interesting when she’s assigned a new client, Dylan McAlister, who awakens her empathic abilities. With a powerful attraction, and intense chemistry surging between them, Evie feels like she’s known him forever. But Dylan is a bit of a broken man, with his life crumbling around him. Evie is in a position to help him heal, using her unique skills to get the crux of his problem- if he’ll let her. But with family dramas, and a creepy ‘fan’, things are never going to be quite that simple.

“Because of Dylan I learned my biggest weakness could also be my strongest strength. My empathic reactions — my most tragic wound — is transformed into my super power.”

Her ‘awakening’ takes her on a bit of a cross-country adventure where she not only learns a lot about her client, but also about herself.
I loved following Evie through the story, she really is a wonderfully complex and endearing character- and I found myself rooting for her the whole way through. I loved Dylan and thought that they were perfect together. There were a few characters that I hated, but I think that was Ms. DuMond’s intent.
This book has made me an insta-fan of Ms. DuMond, and of this series- I really can’t wait for the second book, Movie Star’, to be released, so I can continue the story.
Well Done!!

Thank you, Ms. DuMond!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND – Review by Liz Vrchota

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

I, Evie Berlinger, am no longer an average escort. I’m not paid to drop to my knees behind some sh*tty House of Pies and dispense blow jobs to sad gus in town for a hardware show. My services are retained by powerful, privileged, wealthy men at the top of their professions who have lost their way; self-confidence; the spark that made them great.

‘Be still my heart.’ That was what Evie’s thoughts were when she first meets Dylan, and quite honestly, it is the thought that has been swirling in my mind since I have finished this novel. I have never had the pleasure of reading anything from Pamela DuMond until ‘Player’ and this couldn’t have been a better introduction. I am ADDICTED! If I could give this book more than five stars I would. I devoured it in less than 4 hours and my only complaint is that it was over. I can’t wait for the next installment.

This was such a unique take on the good girl needs money, modern escort story. Evie Berlinger is not your typical young woman. She has overcome one hell of a difficult childhood to get where she is today and that isn’t even that great. She finds herself in the hands of Ma Maison Agency. An escort agency. For awhile it gets her by. Kindergarten by day and escort by night. Until she meets the handsome Dylan McAlister. Things start to get a little messy when she starts feeling things she hasn’t felt in years. These two were hot, hot, hot! Like, keep a tall glass of water, and a fan nearby, hot.

Will I ever meet another man I’m attracted to as much as Dylan? Who knows? What I do know is that it’s finally okay for me to be empathic. Not more pushit it away, not more keeping it under wraps. It’s mine to own. Using my empathic ability with clients os a;ready a big messy stew of passion and sex and sadness But if I can help heal these broken men, help them get their power back, I’m cool with that. I’m signing up for a wild ride, but I joined this ruthless rodeo when I was born into my crazy family.

Review by @lizaileen
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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by PAMELA DUMOND – Review by Gail Guerrero

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1)PLAYER by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

PLAYER 21st Century Courtesan: Book One by PAMELA DUMOND

Four Stars
When I picked this book I didn’t think it would be like this. To live the life that they have chosen. Without regret or shame. Evie took on such a difficult life after so much tragedy. The pain and helplessness she felt watching Wyatt and Easton suffer. I can believe Easton blamed her. Then there is Dylan. He did so much for Evie and brought her out of her shell. But Lord he turned into a douche real quick. Life sometimes has us feeling like nothing will ever go right but Evie kept an ok outlook on most things. For an empath they care too much and are always going out of their comforts to help others. Evie was her own worse enemy. I definitely have to read the next book. The author keeps you engaged by giving you a little taste but then pulling back. This is my first book by this author but it won’t be my last.
Reviewed by @gguerrero89

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts #4) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Emily Walsh

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4)Imperfect Heart
By: Tarina Deaton
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts #4) by Tarina Deaton was the perfect ending to this wonderfully amazing series.

I love this series, and I’m saddened that this is the last instalment. But all good things must come to a end, even if we don’t want them to. I must say this book, was just as strong as the others, and it being that last had that added closer that let you feeling like, these characters are going to be okay. I will say that though this is considered a standalone. I highly suggest reading the other books, so you can get a feel for this world, and of course, avoid spoilers.

While reading this book I was sitting here like, did Tarina Deaton just predict my future? Confused, well I am a serving member (Canadian Navy) and I currently have 12 years in, and am releasing in the next year. My plan is to somehow just surround myself with books and make money. So yeah, I drew some strong comparison between myself and our MC. Now I just need a sexy cop to come “save me” and we’d be all good. .jk.jk...

Okay enough about that, let’s get into this story.

I very much like Zoe, and as I have said in my reviews of the other books in this series, you can tell it was written by someone who has served. The slang, the interactions, and just in the way Zoe acted. I believe I have said this before, but the military, no matter what country you serve in, does a number on your social skills. And the whole, “I can save myself”, is also a strong trait we all seem to share.

Tim, my dream guy, why the hell are you fiction? lol.. But in all seriousness, he was a great character and fit well with Zoe. Strong, sassy, and there, he was there for her, even when she was fighting him, he was there. Sure he was a bit alpha-ish, but he’s a cop, I think that’s part of their job requirements.

Overall this book, was perfect. It was a perfect addition to a amazing series, and it was that perfect ending that tied up everything, leaving you feeling all gooey and happy on the inside. So please, please take my super, super, high recommendation and my gold stamp of approval, that you will be captured by this truly heart melty, feels snapping read.

Happy Reading

Review by @eawalsh

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The Confectioner’s Guild (The Confectioner’s Chronicles 1) by Claire Luana – Review by Sarah Oakes

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The Confectioner's Guild (The Confectioner Chronicles, #1)The Confectioner’s Guild by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about luck. Wren is given the chance of a lifetime when a customer notices her baking and tells the Guild and they offer her a job. But before she can start, the guildmaster drops dead whilst eating one of her cupcakes. Accused of his murder, Wren faces execution and is only spared by being vouched for by the inspector and that the King is absent. But can they find the real killer before its too late and the King returns?
A great read; Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like Wren struggling to trust people but wanting to belong or Lucas trying to help people or Hale with his humorous personality but kind nature underneath. Great supporting cast like the stern Callidus of the sweet Olivia.
A brilliant example of world building in a fantasy world with its rules and societies and geography and history that was detailed with care for the audience to imagine. I loved the vivid imagery throughout the novel for example with the palace and temple in a sense of grandeur and detail in a sense of wonder shared with Wren or the vivid colours of dresses and icing. or the scenery of mountains and water further on in the novel colourful and spectacular all beautifully written to create the sense of wonderful world full of life and colour and people.
the idea of magic bakers was a fun and fantastic idea and was a brilliant addition to the fantasy genre. The passion for baking in Wren was a lovely touch. Fast paced action and high stakes in a wonderful fantasy world made for a captivating read. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Player (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela Dumond – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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

I loved this story! This is my first book by this author, I can’t wait to read more from her. Evie has not had the best life growing up but she does the best she can. She has a special gift that has allowed her to make some money helping men heal. Dylan is one of her clients, is it possible that she can help heal him or will she break him? This story goes back and forth between present and the past, this author has done a great job with this. I highly recommend reading about Evie and her life.

Review by @bjwagner
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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Emily Walsh

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1)PLAYER
By: Pamela DuMond
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMond was a charmly dark, yet weirdly sweet read, that had me hooked from start to finish.

My first read by this author, and a bit of a first for this type of storyline. So you can say this read was out of my comfort zone. I’m happy I gave this book a chance, because it wasn’t what I was expecting and as I said, I was hooked pretty much instantly.

This book has a little bit of everything, from the growing love, to the mysterious stalker. It added that darkness to a otherwise sweet, not your normal, bubbling romance. I say not so normal because of how Evie and Dylan meet. Evie, isn’t your normal escort, not just because she’s strong, and independent, she’s a empath. That “gift” lets her feel her clients emotions, and with that she is able to “heal” them. Right away things with Dylan are different, a different she’ doesn’t know how to handle, and that difference could lead to something dangerous.

I love their back and forth; there’s a added past to present POV switch, that really adds that extra push to this already amazing story. Not to mention the added danger that is Evie’s stalker. That alone adds a another layer of darkness, almost burying the light at times. Even when there was happy times, that edge of dark was always present, making you feel unease, and not letting your mind drift too far away. Having such a multi layer and complex tone shifts, makes this book more than a romance, it makes it believable and a hidden diamond. The only other way for you to know what I mean, is to read this book.

In saying that, that is where I leave you, so please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will fall into this tale of love, danger, and learning that it’s okay to sometimes heal yourself.

Happy Reading.

Review by @eawalsh

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Bound by Blood (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Krystal Gaston

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Bound by Blood (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #3)Bound by Blood by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bound by Blood: Crescent City Wolf Pack book three written by Carrie Pulkinen is where Macey’s world comes together. Have you ever wondered if Bryce (Maceys partner) was going to get his own story? Well this is it. Bryce and Alexis (Macey’s sister) have a hot and cold relationship they both want each other but neither will go after it. When a chance encounter at the hospital bring them together things get hotter and the drama begins. With the perfect amount of drama and a unique storyline that varies with the characters personalities. As Alexis ex Eric starts causing problems and trying to do the impossible Alexis decides she is the one who needs to stop him in order to protect everyone she loves. No matter the cost. You see sides of both characters that makes you love them more while still waiting for the climax.

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Player (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela Dumond – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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

Player: 21st Century Courtesan: Book One by Pamela Dumond

5-stars!

I absolutely loved this novel and could not put it down. I found Evie relatable, strong, somewhat humorous, and addictive. She had amazing abilities that she was able to use in a unique way for her position. Great easy read. I was hooked after the first few pages of this novel. The storyline was also easy to follow and smoothly transitioned as I read. I highly recommend it!

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Say When (A Cedarville Novel Book 9) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Nicole Noble

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Say When (A Cedarville Novel Book 9)Say When by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Say When (A Cedarville Novel Book 9)
By Bree Kraemer
5 Stars

Jumping into a book mid-series is always tricky. Although most books can be read as stand-alone you always get a sense that you’re missing something by not reading the other books in the series. This is not the case with Say When by Bree Kraemer. Ms. Kraemer does such a fabulous job painting the town of Cedarville and re/introducing her characters that you feel like you missed nothing. And the wonderful story of Dani & Patrick was just the icing on the cake!

Dani has always been shy and introverted. Her only outlet has been her baking. But Dani has dreams to one day open her own bakery. The only thing holding her back is her fear. Her best friend’s older brother Patrick thinks he can help Dani finally attain her dream.

Patrick loves getting the baked treats at Dockside. They are the best part of his day. He finally gets to meet the person behind the deliciousness and realizes that she happens to be his little sister’s best friend. Patrick soon realizes that Dani is just as sweet as her creations but something is holding her back. Can he entice Dani out of her shell and help her realize that life can be just as sweet?

This book was so charmingly sweet. The town, the people, the atmosphere were great. Ms. Kraemer painted such a vivid picture of her world, that I would have asked my husband if we could go visit! The story was well paced and flowed very nicely. I truly enjoyed this book so much that I am now going back and reading from the beginning! I can’t wait to get to Dani & Patrick’s story again but I am looking forward to meeting everyone else along the way!!

 

Reviewed by @nnoble73

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Across From You by Amabel Daniels – Review by Debi Kircher

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

Across From You by Amabel Daniels

5 Stars

This is my 3rd book by this author and I absolutely loved it…Seems I fall in love with all of her books, which is why she is definitely on my must read list.

This story had me laughing right from the start and also thinking about where this world is today and how true the circumstance that Lexi finds herself in is.

Lexi attends an art class that was supposed to be all relaxing with her best friend, problem was there was no relaxing during this art class and what happens sets the stage for the rest of the story.

If I had one small problem with this story it would be that I wish it had moved past the wedding sooner than it did, but in saying that I still completely enjoyed every single moment in this book. I laughed, and I definitely got angry a couple times but the end and how the end came to be was awesome…

“You’re that girl who replaced the carrot guy”

That cracked me up and I can not wait to pick up my next read by this author, if you haven’t read any of Miss Daniels books yet, this would be a fantastic place to start.

Loved It!!

Review by @debikircher

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts #4) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4)Imperfect Heart by Tarina Deaton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, I most certainly did not see the side-splitting laughs that were to come from this novel. I have read the previous Combat Hearts novels, and really they were good novels, but this one takes the top favorite for me. I was excited, because this was a perfect conclusion to the series for me. My only complaint… It ended, lol. You do not have to have read the other books in the series to enjoy this one, they can be standalones. However, it would increase your reading pleasure.

Zoe was so relatable for me. She has that quirky awkwardness about her. She talks a lot when she doesn’t know what to say, much like myself. I think the only thing we don’t have in common is the fact that she was in the military. I love her love for books, and that she goes for her dream of opening a bookstore after she retires from her military career. I guess the other difference is that she is a youngest child and I am the oldest, but those seem to have similar characteristics as well.

Then there is Tim, the handsome strong cop. He is drawn to Zoe and wants to protect her. Well Zoe being the strong, independent and ex-militant woman she is, doesn’t need this help and protector. Cue hilarious jokes and side comments. Especially when feelings are introduced to the mix! There is a perfect balance of comedy, romance, and just enough of a twist to keep you on the edge of your seat that you will be reading this well past your bedtime to find out how things will end for these two. Like I said, I am sad to see Combat Hearts come to a close, but I look forward to seeing what else is to come from Tarina Deaton in the near future! Thanks for the great series!

Review by @lizaileen
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Can’t Forget (Solum Series, #2) by Colleen S. Myers – Review by Renee Ullery

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Can't Forget (Solum, #2)Can’t Forget by Colleen S. Myers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can’t Forget by Colleen S Myers
Stars: 4

This is the second story in the Solum series. I absolutely loved seeing these characters again. We get deeper in the relationships between different characters. We get to know more of Elizabeth and her past. We get to learn more about Elizabeth’s and Marin’s relationship and the ups and downs that they experience. I feel that this story was a great story to follow up the first and to build up to the third! Colleen Myers does a great job of constructing this whole new world for us, and then getting us stuck inside of it!

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Savannah’s Saviors (The Cowboys of Cavern County book 5) by Bella Settarra – Review by Lisa Boltiador

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Savannah's Saviors (Cowboys of Cavern County, #5)Savannah’s Saviors by Bella Settarra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savannah’s Saviors is a romantic and somewhat steamy cowboy romance, featuring two guys and one lucky lady. Well, I say that, but up until now she’s been super unlucky. And now she has walls up, is defensive, and keeps her cards close to her vest. Not that the guys don’t have secrets, too. This is pretty fast paced, with lots of action, intrigue, suspense, and of course- love. I like how everyone in this small community pull together, aside from a couple rotten seeds. It makes me interested enough to check out more stories. But I did read it as a stand alone with no problems.

Reviewed by @lisaboltiador
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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan) By Pamela DuMond – Review by Laura Furuta

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

PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1)
By: Pamela DuMond
5 out of 5 stars

The story PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMond is a New Adult romance book. It is a story that grabbed my attention from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Dylan McAlister and Evie. Evie is a woman who is a teacher by day and escort by night. The second job is because of her caring for a family member. She is a kind, resourceful, strong, and independent woman. Meeting Dylan brings out a desire and passion within her that she never showed with other clients. You could call Dylan a broken man when Evie meets him. As she gets to know him better, she finds that they have a connection. She is empathic. Can Evie help him heal what is broken? What do the cards hold for Evie and Dylan? Read this book to find out. There is some mystery and suspense in this story. I wondered what was going to happen next. Evie has a stalker and you wonder why they have targeted her and if their identity will be revealed. I loved reading about the bantering back and forth between Dylan and Evie. They have a chemistry together and there are some steamy scenes that are included in this story. There are other additional characters that you are introduced to that are kind and friendly. I enjoyed reading about them. Then there are those that have their own personal agenda. This story had my emotions going up and down the entire time. I grew to love Dylan and Evie with each chapter that I read. This is an amazing story that I would recommend reading. This is the first book in a series and I look forward to reading the next story.

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Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude (Elegant Series – Prequel) by Tee Smith – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude (Elegant Series- Prequel)Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude by Tee Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude (Elegant Series – Prequel) by Tee Smith is a contemporary romance story with a little mystery and suspense. I enjoy reading prequels as they flesh out and give you more insight to the characters and what makes them tick. Denim, our main character, is a complex and a rich and successful business man who is larger than life and through his nature and compassion those around him become loyal to him. Tee has a story that is a good start to the Elegant Series and I can’t wait to become more acquainted with the man of the hour.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) by Alice Rachel – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase's StoryDangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

DANGEROUS GROUND: Tina and Chase’s Story (Under Ground Book 5) by Alice Rachel is a heartbreaking and sad read. There is so much pain and tragedy, hopelessness and despair in this story that will have your emotions running wild and lots and lots of heart sobbing tears. Even though it is a heavy hearted story, there are small moments where there is love and hope. Some characters you will love, others not so much, I would even go as far as saying I hated them and what they stood for. It is a well written story and all I can say is, what an emotional journey it was to go through and get caught up in, everything our main characters, Chase and Tina go through.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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TOUCHDOWN: A Steamy Football Romance – The Big Apple Series Book 1 By Alexa Summers – Review By Melissa Agena

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Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1 by Alexa Summers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a way to start a series! I’m generally a sucker for any books involving hot athletes but Alexa Summers did an awesome job with Touchdown, which is the first book in The Big Apple Series. Lexi is one of the top sports reporters in New York. Brett is an NFL quarterback that is about to hit it big and be able to show what he’s got when the leading quarterback gets injured. A little scandal takes place in the locker room after one of the games and Lexi isn’t apologizing for it! Brett initially wants to get back at her but ends up creating a “deal” with her. Things definitely get hot and heavy when they both realize they want each other more than their deal. The author wrote this book well. I felt like I was a part of the story line. There is tons of wit so you will be laughing quite often. There is also tons of intrigue and twists and turns. Of course there is always the psycho chick that needs to be taken down! The sexy scenes were scorching hot! I thoroughly enjoyed those, I’m not going to lie! It was also very nice to see that there are jocks who are actually intelligent and cultured. This book was such a page turner that I couldn’t put it down! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series! I hope it was just as good as this one!

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Series) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4)Imperfect Heart by Tarina Deaton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book I have read by Deaton. Even though it is the 4th book in the series it can be read as a standalone. Zoe and Tim’s friends are from the first three books and are mentioned in this story, but you do not have to read those stories to understand this one. Should you read them? Yes! Tarina Deaton is quickly becoming a favorite new to me author.

Imperfect Heart is super cute, super fun and super sexy. Tim is a small-town police officer while Zoe is ex-military. Zoe’s family sucks. Plain and simple they do not have her best interest at heart. Her best friend Elba is exactly what a best friend should be, caring, fun, and smart. Even the old lady across the street, Mrs. Wilson, seems to care more about Zoe than her own family.
While reading this story I laughed out loud, got a little teary eyed and found myself nodding my head in agreement many times.

“It was…nice. She didn’t have an issue with being taken care of. At least, not in the sense that she was helpless or wanted someone to provide for her, but having a guy who worried and wanted to make sure she was safe…? Yeah…that was hot.”

I highly recommend this story and can’t wait to read the others in this series.

 

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Touchdown (The Big Apple Series Book 1) by Alexa Summers – Review by Laura Leyman

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TouchdownTouchdown by A.J. Phoenix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of my favourite things is a sports romance. That is what drew me to this book. I have read a lot of sports books, but none of them were like this book. I found that this book had me hooked after the first few chapters.

The chemistry that Lexi and Brett had was amazing. I thought the storyline was good, I liked that Lexi embarrassed Brett and that he was then trying to get revenge.

Overall, I found that the story itself was interesting and full of twists and turns and I found the most of the characters enjoyable. definitely look forward to read more books Alexa Summers!

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Can’t Forget: If she can’t forget her past, she won’t have a future. (Solum Series Book 2) by Colleen S. Myers – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Can't ForgetCan’t Forget by Colleen S. Myers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two in the Solum Series from Colleen S. Myers. I would highly recommend that you read the first book in the series, “Must Remember” before you dive into this one. There is a lot of detail in that book and it really sets you up for this one. As well as being a continuation from the first.

I have to say this one sort of bothered me. I had trouble liking/ connecting to Elizabeth (Beta). I found myself hollering at her in my mom voice a several times while reading the book. She really just needed to stop being so darn stubborn. I get why a character having these flaws sets up the way for future story lines but this one was just a bit too much. I don’t know maybe it was me, but that would have been the only reason for me why I knocked off a star. Everything else was engaging and interesting. I enjoyed the way Myers can build a fantastic world you can escape into. Her stories are fast paced and you often feel as if they are over before you barely have begun.

Like I said before this does pick up from the first book. Elizabeth, or Beta found herself in a whole new world from her typical college student life in that one. Now in an alien world she is also in the middle of a love triangle. (Those area always fun!) This one we discover more about her relationship with Marin. I did enjoy that aspect a lot, and Marin personally.

The E’mani is also still around and that means danger of course. This is where her stubbornness with come in to play and she will get herself in some trouble. She is also forced to make the decision to forget her past and embrace the future. Can she do this? I am looking forward to seeing what will come next in the Solum series.

Review by @lizaileen
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Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Series Book 1) by C.A King – Review by Angela Hayes.

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Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1)Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Truly Unfortunate is the first book in the Welcome to Knollville Series by C.A King. It is a spooky, slightly dark, paranormal thriller. Another superb read from the talented Ms. King. She never fails to deliver a fantastic story and always hooks me right from the get-go.
This story is a little different from most of her other reads, but still entirely original, well written, and given the same attention to detail and polish, that she gives all her stories.
Truly can’t remember a huge portion of her life, and it’s assumed by the doctors who’ve treated her, that she must have repressed something terrible, which has caused the memory blockage. Try as she might, she can’t recall anything. But, it’s more than that, nothing seems to work out for her either. When she begins to have disturbing visions, and people start dying- she really starts to wonder.
Jeff is the local police officer and loves his job. He’d always known he’d become a policeman, galvanized by a tragic event back when he was nine. When strange things start happening and bodies start turning up, he will need to think outside the box to connect the dots to figure out what’s going on.
There was definitely more to this story, and character/s than first met the eye. My review is a little vague on purpose, because I don’t want to give anything away. I recommend going in to the book blind and just let the story surprise you. This was nothing like what I was expecting, but in a good way. This is a wonderfully twisted tale that pushes the boundaries of reality, and really kept me questioning what was going on.
Another great read from Ms. King’s limitless imagination!
Bring on the next book!

Thank you, Ms. King!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude (Elegant Series) by Tee Smith – Review By Felicia Bates

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Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude (Elegant Series- Prequel)Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prelude by Tee Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elegantly Denim: An Elegant Prequel
(Elegant series prequel)
Tee Smith
⅘ stars
Elegantly Denim is the prequel to Tee Smith’s Elegant series. The story is short but effective, starting off with excitement and holding the reader’s interest throughout. This is the kind of story you don’t want to put down until it’s finished.
I felt like Elegantly Denim did a great job giving the reader a sense of the author’s writing style and setting the tone for the series. I am not entirely sure how I feel about Denim’s character as a whole, I went back and forth about him a few time. Couple my uncertainty with the intrigue of the storyline and I am curious to see how the rest of the Elegant series unfolds. I will most definitely be reading more from Tee Smith.

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Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series book 1 by Alexa Summers – Review by Ashleigh Harrington

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Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance: The Big Apple Series Book 1 by Alexa Summers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Touchdown: A Steamy Football Romance by Alexa Summers and AJ Phoenix is the first book in her Big Apple Series and what a way to start a series. From the very beginning this book got under my skin and I couldn’t read it fast enough. Following the story of Lexi Driver and Brett Brock, the chemistry between these two was palpable from their first meeting. Lexi Driver follows her name with her driven attitude and passion to be the best in her field really made her a fantastic character to get to know. Brett Brock is a first-time quarterback and is finally getting his chance to shine on the big stage. Meeting for the first time during a slipped towel incident in the locker room, to say it was a rocky start is putting it lightly. Will these two be able to work together, create magic together; or will their rocky start make them quit before they even begin? Or will the heat between these two bind them together into something so great that they won’t know what to do without each other. Having read several of Summers books, as well as her alter ego Phoenix, in the past; I knew picking this book up I was going to love this. The heat, banter, and burgeoning friendship made this a fantastic read. If you are looking for a read that will not only knock your socks off but warm your heart than this is the story for you. I can’t wait to see where this series goes, but I know that I can’t wait to read each new book.

Reviewed by @toxikcupkake26

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