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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book #1) by Catherine Banks – Review by Angela Hayes

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 – 4.5 Stars

 

Outcast is the first book in the “Her Royal Harem: Ember series by Catherine Banks. This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Banks, So I really didn’t know what to expect from one of her stories- but I do love a great fantasy, and a well-woven RH is right in my wheelhouse- plus, just look at that gorgeous cover! I didn’t need any more convincing, so I grabbed a copy and set off on the adventure.
This is a superb paranormal romance, with reverse harem, magic, curse, action, adventure, agendas, chemistry, tension, mystery, drama, danger, and emotion. The story pulled me in from the very first chapter and kept me immersed the whole way through.
I must say right from the get-go that Ms. Banks has a wonderfully original take on the whole ‘shifter lore’- which gave her story an extra element of intrigue for me. Her world-building is richly textured, making for vivid reading.
The characters are really well developed, crafted with their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. I loved how they continued to develop and grow over the course of the story, especially Ember.
The story is set to continue in the next book- Outnumbered- so bring on Book #2! In the meantime I will spend some time exploring some of Ms. Banks’ extensive catalogue of books because I now have a taste for more of her stories….
The series contains:
-Outcast (Book #1)
-Outnumbered (Book #2 – coming April 2024)
-Outshone (Book #3 – coming May 2024)
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Catherine Banks!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets Series) by K. Rose – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets, #7)Basil by K. Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is different! I mean how different can a book full of supernaturals be. Well throw in a vegan vampire. Which is exactly who Basil follows through the story. It’s her story and she unexpectedly became a vampire. Her biggest obstacle being she’s vegan. The author offers an interesting perspective as her character continues one with her life. Not the first time I’ve read a book with a synthetic blood substitute, but it’s definitely the way to go for Basil.
Basil’s new life brings a whole new sense of life and confidence. As well as multiple suitors claiming to be her mate. Jo, JJ, and Theo all say she’s their mate. To this she doesn’t understand how that’s possible but is willing to explore where it goes.
Jo and JJ are Jolly Green Giant Shifters. Who ended up being experiments gone wrong. Always feeling like they were meant to stay together, it comes as no surprise to them that they end up wanting the same woman.
Theo is a snowman shifter(first for me, definitely intriguing.) And he’s run for her even though he knows he shouldn’t have. Unfortunately his past may very well put Basil in trouble.
Can Theo keep his past at bay?
Can they all share Basil as their mate?
Those questions and so many more come about while reading this quirky story featuring supernatural beings. And a woman finding who she is while be granted a second chance.

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets Series) by K. Rose – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets, #7)Basil by K. Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so funny and steamy! Let me first say, that I haven’t read the others in the series, but I still loved the book and can’t wait to grab the others!! This book made me laugh a few times out loud! The glitter comment being one! I might have even talked a friend into reading this series over that conversation!! Basil wakes up to find herself a vampire. Only problem is that she is a vegan and she doesn’t eat anything that had/has a mother. Not so good for a newly made vampire. Luckily she formulates a plan very quickly. She makes a serum that helps with the hunger, she buys a store with an upstairs apartment, and she leaves town. She moves to Silver Springs. A heavily supernatural town. She opens up a smoothie juice bar with a tanning salon. Opening night is a big hit. Her life has been a world wind of changes and the biggest one yet is all the men! Has she found her mate? And what is a mate? She is so new to EVERYTHING that she needs to do some research! Unfortunately, she’s kidnapped and no one knows by whom! Such a great story! Like I said, I can’t wait to read the others in the set! You can read it as a stand alone, but trust me, you will be just like me running to get the others! If you love a good supernatural romantic comedy with lots of angst, banter, and some steamy parts then this one is for you!

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an interesting story! I liked Ember and her guys. They had a bit of a slow start building the harem, but it picked up after a bit. Ember was a live in the moment kind of gal and I enjoyed her sprit and drive to help those that were dropped at her door step. The MC’s were interesting and I liked the chemistry between them and Ember and their story was a unique one.
Overall I enjoyed this Fantasy/Paranormal reverse harem and I am looking forward to reading more by this author and more of this series in the future!
Happy reading!

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series) by Sandra L. Young – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage)Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Marcy is asked to help put together costumes for the local theaters upcoming play. Mike, the director, wants the beat play possible. Marcy finds herself battling with Mike, her ill mother, and a ghost she encounters in thr costume room; can overcome it all to help solve the mystery that was brought to her. This was the second installment in the series and was just as good as the first. It was a fast paced mystery that pulled you right in. This can be read as a stand alone novel but I don’t know why you would want to.

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Betsy Melano

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie, #3)Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We didn’t realize this book was the third in a series. We picked it because of the title and the cover picture. Plus we have read other books by Ms Wickstrom. The book is easy to read for my kids and the magic of Nessie’s story kept their minds wondering and asking questions. They really enjoyed reading about how Craig and Linda helped Princess Sheona who was stuck in the maze.
The story is beautifully written and the characters were relatable for my children. I kind of wish I could have read this book as a child too. So much imagination to keep children dreaming!

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A Girl, Stuck (Found Families Series) by Kelly Elizabeth Huston – Review by Julie Johnson

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A Girl, Stuck (Found Families #3)A Girl, Stuck by Kelly Elizabeth Huston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new-to-me author but I really enjoyed her style of writing in this story. She has a way of making story well-balanced with adventure, mystery, and comic levity.

Characters in this story were of a huge interest to me. The ones I loved initially, I didn’t think so much of by the end and vice-versa. There were several times I found myself falling out of love with someone that I thought was pretty cool at first.

An enjoyable read!

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Angela Plate, March 2024

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another super cute story by this author. It teaches lessons on friendship and bravery while keeping us adults interested. It’s a beautifully illustrated story that can be read and enjoyed by anyone.

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Santana Hicks

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ember has a relatively peaceful life. She lives in the woods by herself in a cabin treating wounded animals, shifters and hybrids. Lately more and more hybrids are being dumped at her door for healing. The city that is close to her cabin hates hybrids so she assumes it’s the townspeople hurting the hybrids.

Recently there have been a few male hybrids that have needed her and Ember gets a taste of what it would be like if she wasn’t alone. She’s used to healing and then saying goodbye when they decide to go back to whatever life they had before they got hurt. These guys seem to want to stick around and Ember does not mind it one bit. Actually, she wants them to stay and be with her.

All her life Ember thought she was just a mere mage but recently she finds out that there is more to her than she thought. Her whole life seems to have been a lie. There’s also someone cursing animals and people to try to take Ember out and only her blood seems to be the cure.

The Hybrid Prince shows up to help Ember and instantly they are drawn to each other. Ember is more and more confused. How can she be interested in 4 men all at once? How will it work out? Who is trying to kill her? Who and what is Ember? So many questions that Ember will have to fight to find the answers too.

I really enjoyed Ember’s character growth. She came from an unloving home believing she deserved to be unloved, never to be mated. It takes her awhile to trust people fully but when she does, she would do anything for them. Ember’s parents kept a lot of secrets and finding out some of them really messed with how Ember identified herself so she had to work hard to find herself all over again. She is strong, caring, genuine and not to mention, a badass.

This book wasn’t as steamy as I thought it was going to be, which is okay with me. It is a reverse harem but they all seem to genuinely care about each other without it being about intimacy all the time that in itself is refreshing. The author wrote a wonderful plot and side stories along the way filled with action and twists and turns to keep you engaged at all times. They also did a great job of making each character their own. Each with their own shifter animal, personality, strengths and weaknesses which made it easier to connect with each one.

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets Series) by K. Rose – Review by Shannen Kern

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets, #7)Basil by K. Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this book as I hadn’t read any of their previous work before, but I was blown away! I am a huge fan of anything paranormal, vampire, or romance, so this was right up my alley. Little did I know that I was going to find myself actually laughing out loud at multiple points. I loved the character development, the flow of the story, and the plot. I really don’t have anything to complain about in this book other than I wanted more! I am absolutely going to pick up the rest of the books in the series because this author has crafted an unforgettable story here. The quirkiness here went straight to my heart, and I can’t wait to pass it on to my friends. I highly recommend picking up this book even if it doesn’t seem like your jam!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series) by Sandra L. Young – Review by Shannen Kern

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage)Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book in this series was amazing, but this book somehow topped it! It’s just as fast paced as the first book and entertained me from the very beginning to the last page. The theatrical production was incredibly accurate and felt like I was there. Getting to know Marcy and Mike was such a fascinating journey because he is such a Grumpy Gus and she can read auras. The character development is top notch, and the story flows very nicely. While you can definitely read this book as a standalone, you really won’t be able to stop there so go ahead and pick up the first book now. A fun book with romance, great chemistry, mysterious happenings, and unpredictability will certainly keep your attention for the day!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young – Review by Shannen Kern

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Divine VintageDivine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I had read by this author, and it was an amazing start! It’s a historical romance but with a healthy dose of mystery involved as well as some ghostly encounters. I feel like I’m pretty good with predicting where a book is heading, but this is one that kept me on my toes the entire way through! Just when I thought I had it figured out, it snapped me a different way. I loved it! The romance has some steam to it but doesn’t rely on it for the base of the plot. The chemistry between Tess and Trey is out of this world! The scenes were described with such craft that you feel like you’re experiencing the story firsthand. I highly recommend picking this up if you’re looking for a fast-paced read with a dual timeline, this should be your next book without a doubt!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Critical Care (Chase Care Series Book 6) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Critical Care (Chase Care Book 6)Critical Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Critical Care is Book 6 in the Chase Care series….and I have to say this is my favorite book in the series so far. The intensity, edge of my seat feeling with drama, danger, action, romantic suspense..I really enjoyed this book very much. This story ran high on my emotions…and I am looking forward to what is in store by this author.

Tim Holland is part of the Chase Care team as facility director and also was in the Navy…Tim knows all about putting others first. When he meets Willow, who is a traveling nurse, there are definite sparks between them. When Chase Care suspects tampering with chemotherapy drugs, Tim and Willow will have to find out who is behind this and also with Willow’s past coming to be part of the fight to find out why this is happening….definitely makes for an interesting team. Will they be able to solve the mystery whom is behind this tampering…..when Tim is faced with a medical issue….will Willow be able to be there for him when he needs her the most…

Definitely read and find out…..this is a great book and I do not want to give away any spoilers :).

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The Mating Chance (Long Claw Pride Series Book 3 and LumberCats Series Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The Mating Chance (Long Claw Pride)The Mating Chance by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series which is just as great as the first one. This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. I enjoy her writing skills and her ability to bring her characters to life. They are written with a lot of heart and soul which will make you fall for them every time. This is a well written story that is full of shifters, romance and what happens when you find your mate. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into their world with ease. They kept my attention throughout the story. There is great growth with the plot as well as the characters throughout which made the story easy to read. This is a fast paced, hard to put down story that you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah. These are the best kids books. I love everyone of them. In this installment Craig and Linda’s parents have decided to go to Canada for vacation and stay away from the Loch Ness. The kids do find a maze and get caught up in it trying to find their way from Canada to Scotland. Navigating this maze is all in hopes to save the Princess! Will they succeed? Read this cute kids book for ages 7-12. My 11 year old nephew loves these stories and we’ve read them all together. This story touches on being unafraid of the unknown and doing brave things. This book is the perfect addition to your families library and a teacher’s classroom!

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The Earl’s Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street Series) by Holly Bush – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Earl's Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street, #5)The Earl’s Match by Holly Bush
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Earl’s Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street Series) by Holly Bush. This is the 5th book in the Thompson’s of Locust Street series. Its been 5 years since Payden Thompson, the true Heir to the Earl Of Traviston and his best friend Robbie McClintock return to Dunacres, Scotland. They have returned to find Cameron Plowman who murdered his family and took his claim. When Payden returns he is broken by everything he had to do to win victory. Payden is struggling to fit back into society after the atrocities he’s seen and done. When he meets Clarice Endicott he is smitten, although, Clarice is a older debutante and has no desires to marry. That is, until she meets Payden, there is something about him that touches her. Clarice is the only thing to bring Payden back to reality and he doesn’t want to lose her. Clarice is so independent but she really took care of Payden and their love story is beautiful. I think you could read this as a standalone but I highly recommend reading them in order to better enjoy the characters and the stories!

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Kerry Baker

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an exciting story to read, full of magic and great character chemistry. I loved the premise of the story and how creative and imaginative it is. The story was really easy to connect with and I found myself completely invested in what was going on.

This is the first book that I have read by this author and it definitely will not be the last. It was well written, engaging and a brilliant combination of fantasy and romance. I thoroughly enjoyed the booked from start to finish and cannot wait for more.

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Charlene Pryke

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read by Catherine Banks and it will not be the last. Catherine Banks has a very vivid imagination and this book has lots of interesting characters, themes, plots and twists and turns that makes you keep reading to figure out just what the heck is going on or will happen next.

Ember is a Mage – I kinda wish that Catherine had of written a glossary of terms as I still have no idea what a mage is but with the help of search engines I kinda figured it out in the context of the book.

This book contains magic, supernatural, curses, shifters, princes, and several handsome shifters whom vie to “mate” Ember.

It’s very hard to write a review without spoilers so you will just have to pick yourself up a copy, allocate a big chuck of me time and read for yourself.

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Outcast, Catherine has created a diverse world of paranormal characters. It’s not an easy world to live in and prejudices only complicate it even more.
This reverse harem supernatural fantasy tale has bit of everything to keep the pages turning with action, danger, curses, conspiracies, bravery, romance and lots more.
It is well written, and the storyline is interesting with some wit and humour but there is also pain and suffering.
Ember finds it hard to believe the community could be so close minded and has to deal with aftermath of their rath for those who seek haven. Outcasts indeed in an unforgiving world full of darkness and hate.
There is drama, angst, passion, love, some steam and way much more in this tale.
It is full of fascinating characters and plenty of twists.
Get stuck in if you love paranormal stories.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Give Us Bad Boys & Billionaires by L.M. Mountford – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Give Us Bad Boys and BillionairesGive Us Bad Boys and Billionaires by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
Hello L.M. It’s always a pleasure as always.
L.M. has given us some amazingly dark and sexy tales into one omnibus, and it was click and done and it was in my hot little hands. It is a collection of novellas that are sexy, definitely sinful and forbidden.
Sparks fly and the pages are burning up. You will need a good stiff drink or a long cool shower after reading this.
LM doesn’t hold back in writing erotica and covers it all such as ménage à trois, enemies-to-lovers, best friend’s dad, age gap, bad boys, sons’ best friend, and so much more.
If you love something more than a contemporary romance, something a lot risqué, something with forbidden desires, something where your fantasies might play out then L.M. is your go to person.
Enjoy!
In this omnibus you get:
– Falling For My Son’s Best Friend
– Submitting To My Billionaire Bosshole
– One Night
– Claiming My Best Friend
– Unfinished Ex
– Daddy’s Forbidden Temptations
– Her First Time Daddy
– Under My BFF’s Daddy
– Daddy’s Naughty Gift
– My Bad Boy Protector
– Paying off my Stepbrother’s Bullies
– Alpha Bitch
– Her Dark Savour

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Kerry Carr

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Her Royal Harem Series Ember. This is a wonderful story filled with magic, shifters, princes, danger, self discovery and a reverse harem.
It was really nice to read a different type of story. I personally love anything to do with mystical creatures. I have always been drawn to the protectiveness and strength of shifters and their fated mates and this has that plus so much more.
The authors imagination is amazing. The world creation and the character creation was outstanding. There was so many twists that I didn’t see coming which made the story thoroughly enjoyable.
Ember has got to be my favourite character of all time. She has had a tough start after being abandoned by her adoptive parents when they found out she had magic, so she lived alone in the woods healing sick animals and shifters. However something is happening as the amount of injured shifters seems to be increasing.
When a load of cursed animals show up that is when Prince Caleb arrives and Embers quiet lonely life takes a turn for the better.
She goes from being lonely to having 4 men wanting to date her and all happy to share. As well as this she has to overcome the confusion as she learns that she is more than she originally thought.
As well as this there is an organisation that is trying to rid the world of hybrid’s and the main people are Ember’s adoptive parents.
So much happens in this story that you need to read it to fully appreciate it. It is very fast paced and I loved every second of it. I can’t wait to read more

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another superb story from this series. Cray goes on an adventure that would be unknown to him if he had not befriended Hay. Leaving the beach he sets off for the woods. This one covers how one can be brave and asking for help as both animals need to learn to utilize that in here. There are great tips for building courage in the back of the book.

As always I want to mention the illustration in here. Between the wonderful story and the brilliant illustration this is a winner for kids and adults! I look forward to more adventures with Cray.

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Megan Conley

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Nessie and the Celtic Maze (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Celtic Maze by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third installment in the Nessie series and it is my personal favorite! Craig and Linda’s parents have decided to vacation in Canada this year and stay away from Loch Ness. However, they still manage to get wrapped up in another Nessie adventure when her daughter needs their help navigating a dilapidated underwater maze. I love Wickstrom’s writing and the continuation of the storyline. I can’t wait to see where she’ll take us next!

Reviewed by @meggs1717
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Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by M Policicchio

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Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #5)Fearless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a brilliant finish to an absolutely fantastic series. I am sorry to see it end. I am so over the moon for Roy and CC. James did not deserve what Sam did at the restaurant. I was shocked!! I am going to miss this family like old friends.

James has been with Sam for a while and even though things have been strained lately, James is ready to take it to the next level. He plans a romantic dinner. Sam is late. It does not go the way James planned. When he leaves the restaurant, James goes home alone and Sam heads off to live her dream. James decides he is swearing off love for a while. And it works for about a minute until James is yelled at by a mystery woman that sets his heart aflutter.

Sara is a traveling nurse. She takes on a job for several months up to a year, and then she moves on to a different location, different job. This has been her life for the last 9 years. She feels it works for her but her son is getting older and has started hating moving. Sara has many reasons to keep moving. Now she has taken a job caring for Roy Bennett. This leads to her having an interesting path crossing with James.

James finds a way to keep Sara close. James moves Sara and Noah, her son, out to the farm to get them out of the hotel where they were staying. The Bennett family envelopes Sara and Noah into their clan. This move even gives Roy a chance at romance!

Throughout the story, we wrap up some questions about what is going on with all the rest of the Bennetts. I think there is more Bennett together time in this book than in all the others. I am here for it. They are a great family. I am sad to wrap up my time with them. It has been a great ride!!

Find time to put this series on your TBR if you haven’t already started it!!!!

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Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Hidden Scars (Jade #1)Hidden Scars by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I just wanted to lick the cover and make it mine 😱🔥🤣🤷‍♀️🙈

Naseer and Jade are a couple you’ll either love , hate or love to hate 🤣😉🙈I know there were times that they irritated me a little but their strong points outshone those weak moments 🥰

Naseer is a a grumpy , miserable but delectable speciMAN and it would seem he had a weak spot where Jade is concerned because let’s face it how does one resist this kind , loving and beautiful girl ?

Both have been through a lot and have scars but they’re each others healing balm and darn it they kept me on my toes 🤣 but they’ve got a special place in my heart 😉

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The Archcrusade: Tome One (The Archcrusade Series) by K. M. Hogenson – Review by Amelia Stansell

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The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn - Pilgrimage & PropheciesThe Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies by K.M. Hogenson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great! Every detail was superb. The characters were fantastic. You go on this grand adventure in this story. You can picture the whole story as read it.

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The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Brehant

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The Reluctant SpyThe Reluctant Spy by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many of Lois Wickstrom’s picture books with my son. They have always been a hit with us. This is no different! This book was fun and witty. It kept my son’s attention (and mine as well). This book was a great adventure and flowed beautifully. Of course since it is a chapter book, it doesn’t have pictures. It’s all left up to your imagination. The job of an author is to weave details into the story so you feel like you are there with the characters. Lois did not disappoint!

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The Reluctant Spy by Lois Wickstrom- Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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The Reluctant SpyThe Reluctant Spy by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Timmy Covert is a young man in sixth grade, he is currently staying with his Grandma while his parents are away and his life with her is slightly unusual, especially when he finds out that his Grandma has bought a rat called Hildegarde, but he doesn’t find out from her, he finds out when the little rat starts scraping the wall under his bed in the middle of the night, it also just happens that it is the same night as an earthquake hits Pillow, Pennsylvania, the town where Timmy lives with his Grandma!

As Timmy and his Grandma start to train Hildegarde, the neighbour next door starts acting in a suspicious way and so they decide to send Hildegarde in to see what is going on, so this is where Hildegarde’s training begins with earnest, but that is not the only thing, which is strange in Pillow, a mysterious woman who speaks German and an FBI agent turn up on the Covert’s doorstep asking questions and showing interest in strange things, not to mention that Timmy is still going to school and spending time with his friends and family all at the same time.

Will Timmy and his Grandma be able to train Hildegarde and make her some miniature spy equipment in time to solve the mystery of the earthquakes and the next-door neighbours’ antics? This is a cozy mystery with a cute animal and her reluctant trainer as you follow along through this tangled web and become a reluctant spy yourself.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series) by Sandra L. Young – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series, #2)Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Divinely Dramatic is the 2nd book in the Divine Vintage series by Sandra L. Young. The focus shifts to Marcy, the young assistant in Divine Vintage boutique who was a secondary character in the first book. This book can be read alone, but you will have a broader understanding of the skills displayed in this story if you have read the first book, Divine Vintage.
As well as working two jobs and looking after her infirm mother, Marcy agrees to help with the costumes of a period-era play in the local community theatre as a favour to her friend Justine.
Ever since she helped her friend (and boss) Tess solve a century-old supernatural murder mystery a couple of years ago, Marcy has been able to see auras although she is not always sure that she interprets them correctly.
Whilst sorting out the costumes for the play, she sees a pulsing white light which leads to her and Tess investigating a 50-year-old mysterious death of an actress who died on opening night in the very play they were now producing.
As well as everything else, the lead actress fails to arrive at rehearsals, leading to Marcy filling in, and then being offered the role by the attractive but grumpy director Mike, who only took on the directing job because he lost a bet with his mates. He is determined to have a successful show to show them up.
Life becomes complicated with the attraction between Marcy and Mike because Mike has a beautiful but difficult girlfriend, and Marcy starts dating her co-star.
Will Marcy be able to pull it all together to solve the mystery, put on a successful show, get her life together and get the man?!
I really enjoyed this book. It seemed to be more modern than the first book and had a faster pace. I love Marcy and her eclectic fashion sense and discovering that Mike was a kind and generous soul under the gruff exterior. It was lovely to touch on characters from the first book to see how their life has progressed, but Marcy was definitely the focus of this book, along with the vintage fashions.

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Give Us Bad Boys & Billionaires by L.M. Mountford

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Genre – Erotica Romance
Page Count – 717
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L.M. Mountford’s goal in life is to be unique, a character who stands out from the crowd that you just can’t help remembering with a bemused chuckle.

A born and bred country boy from the southwest of England, he knew from an early age that he wanted to write and spent most of his time writing story ideas or playing Star Wars on his PlayStation.

Not much has changed over the years, though his stories have grown decidedly dirtier, and he swapped the Star Wars for Call of Duty.

Dubbed the Lord of Lust in 2019 and a firm believer that nothing sells like sex and violence, he loves writing about hard and gritty romantic thrillers, loaded with action men, sassy heroines, and a whole lot of dirty, sexy heat.

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