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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone- Review by Heather Knalls

Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light, #2)Sweet Dreams by Claire by Nanette Littlestone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claire works in her families bakery in Ireland. Claire has her heart set on opening her own bakery one day where she will be able to express her creativity. Her mother is old school and sticks with the simple plain recipes since her husband retired. Claire’s mother receives an order for cupcakes for a tasting for a wedding that they will hopefully get the job of doing the baking. However her mom sends simple chocolate and vanilla cupcakes and they are ruined on Claire’s way to the castle where she is to meet the bride, Brigid. Claire is almost run over by some handsome stranger on a bike on the way to the castle and that’s how the cupcakes get ruined but he helps her get to the castle. Claire lets Brigid know what happens and she is given a chance to make some more cupcakes as Brigid speaks with the head chef and he allows her to use his kitchen. Brigid family owns the castle that they are turning into a resort. Brigid and Claire become somewhat friends and Brigid asks Claire to help her get everything ready for this wedding. The handsome stranger who almost runs her over turns out to be Brigid’s brother Finn. Finn and Claire begin to fall for each other through a string of events and Claire is determined to help make sure Brigid’s wedding is perfect. What could possibly go wrong?

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series Book #1) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Angela Hayes

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars

 

A New Day For Cray is the first book in The Adventures of Cray series by G Pa Rhymes. This is a really cute story that is accompanied by lots of lovely, bright, colourful, interesting, and imagination-capturing illustrations which help to bring the whole story to life.
Cray the Crab is a pincher, and a bit of a bully- he learns a valuable lesson on friendship as his adventure unfolds. The story is cute- and told is a rhyming verse that adds an extra element of interest to the whole story. It also has some valuable messages woven into the story, about friendship, kindness, and (anti-)bullying.
Easy to read. Fun. Intriguing. Wonderful illustrations. Cute story. Well worth the read.
Looking forward to more adventures with Cray.
Happy Reading…

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Series Book #5) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Angela Hayes

Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Book 5)Betrayal of the Gods by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Betrayal of the Gods is the fifth book in the Relic Hunters series by Martin Ferguson. It is a superb young adult adventure- with plenty of action, historical details, Greek mythology, drama, mystery, danger, investigation, intrigue, tension, dynamic characters, a complex plot, and a race against time.
I was excited to see this book pop up on my recommended books as I have really enjoyed the rest of the series- so diving into this story was a no-brainer. As I have mentioned many times before, and will probably do again- this series would make a really great movie, TV series, or adventure/RPG game. Mr. Ferguson attention to detail is apparent in his cleverly crafted tales- his world building/storytelling is rich and vividly detailed- making for quite an engrossing read.
This action-packed adventure kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end as Adam and Matt are thrust into an epic adventure that will test them like never before. In a race against time, these two are about to face their biggest challenge. What happens makes for a great read.
I really recommend this series to anyone who loves YA, adventure, and history. And even though you could read this as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the previous books before starting on this one- as this is definitely a series you won’t want to miss a moment.
Bring on Book #6!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Martin Ferguson!

 

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Sarah King

The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another adorable story by Wickstrom, like all the others I have gifted to my neice and nephew. They really enjoyed the imigatry that was painted when we were reading. I appreciate Wickstrom’s ability to teach life lessons at a level that is understandable to the kids. I would recommend this book.

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Good Enough (The Deadman’s Tribe Series Book 1) by Nicole Craig – Review by Sarah King

Good Enough -- The Deadman's Tribe Book 1: A Protector Romance / Romantic SuspenseGood Enough — The Deadman’s Tribe Book 1: A Protector Romance / Romantic Suspense by Nicole Craig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this debut novel. The characters had depth. The storyline is well written. Who doesn’t love a strong female and an alpha man finding love. I would recommend reading this book.

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The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Jennifer Ramos

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book features a different part of the main character, Marcy. The first book takes a look into the Rage she is dealing with and the reason behind it. The second book, Confusion, is where Marcy tries to decipher the emotions she’s experiencing. Lastly, the third book deals with Marcy and her Agony and Ecstasy, as she figures out what she’s been feeling and decides on the best route to take with its own ups and downs. It is highly recommended to read all three books in its order. Not only will this series take you through a whirlwind of the emotional rollercoaster Marcy faces but the author captures your attention from beginning to end. At the urging of her boyfriend, Brad, she seeks help in finding the root cause of Marcy’s rage. As her situation becomes tangled in a situation, she is in the midst of a love triangle between Brad and another man, Liam. Each individual has their own baggage to sort out before moving forward with their life so with this in mind, how will things be resolved and where will this journey take them.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first thing that caught my attention with this book was the cover. The illustrations are beautifully done and really add depth to the story itself. Talking to kids about friendships and kindness is incredibly important but can be a bit tricky. This book makes it not only easy to learn, but fun to experience along with Cray the Crab. Both of my kids absolutely enjoyed the rhyming throughout the book which I have found has helped the information stick around in their minds. I feel that this would be a wonderfully helpful book to have in your family and the classroom!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Jennilee Brown

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was age appropriate for my three littles and they loved it. The were engaged for the entire story which is rare for them. As a parent I liked the message it had about friendship and helped me to talk to them about some social cues they can look for when they play with their friends. Overall, I will be adding more of Cray and his adventures to our home library.

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The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Rosanna Ingram

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This set is the first 4 novellas in a 13 novella series. Each novella follows Bella’s encounter with a different man.

Starting with Mr. Wimp, which begins with the end of Bella’s marriage. The tongue lashing she gives him near the end of the novella…*chef’s kiss*! Now it’s time for Bella to jump back into the world of dating…even if it’s been a while and has changed tremendously in the twelve years she was with Joel.

Next, we have Mr. Smooth. When Liam asks for Bella’s number when she’s out with her friend Ava (who also happens to have some history with Liam), it is the beginning of some very steamy encounters. Liam wastes no time in making her feel like the woman she is (over and over again). He volunteers takes on the role of coach as she puts herself back out there.

After taking Liam’s advice and joining some dating sites, she meets Mr. Player. Jack and Bella hit it off, go on a date, spend some time together, but it seemed to fizzle out almost as quickly as it started.

While on a getaway with some girlfriends, Bella meets Mr. Kinky. Jenson owns the pub in the village where the women are staying. He opens Bella up to the world beyond the vanilla. She learns things she likes, things she doesn’t, but realizes quickly that she can’t be what Jenson needs.

These novellas are quick and easy to read and take you on quite an adventure as you follow Bella as she navigates the dating world. They are full of steam and humor. I’m looking forward to what the next novellas have to offer.

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Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Song of Earth and ClawsSong of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3 1/2 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Song of Earth and Claws is a fae fantasy romance with magic, danger, betrayal, kingdoms and powers. I truly enjoy fantasy, this was overall a good story, but a bit complex and there is a lot of information to try and navigate. The author did a good job providing appendix for glossary of terms, character (as there were many) and kingdoms that was helpful to me, but there were parts of the story that I feel like I was missing some valuable pieces. Overall, this was a good story and I really liked Lannahi as a character as she was underestimated many times.

Lannahi is betrayed by a man she thought she once loved…and this betrayal also would put her family in harms way, his plan is devious. Lannahi is now under Nihhal’s curse and she cannot speak of his deceit and betrayal or there is an ultimate price. As Lannahi finds courage to challenge a Queen for power of her land…….will Lannahi find she is as strong as she think she is…or will this not be as simple as she believes…will she be able to trust anyone or is she in this alone..

This is a good story, overall, it does take time to absorb…I am looking forward to seeing what this author brings next.

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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride Series) by P. Creeden – Review by Christine Baranek

A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride #8)A Journey for Dorothy by P. Creeden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Journey for Dorothy
By: P. Creeden

This is such a sweet, heartwarming story. I absolutely loved the characters – Dorthy and Elias. They are well developed and complicated. They both show an amazing amount of growth and development throughout this story. Dorothy is a widow, who wants to travel on the Oregon Trail to meet up with her sister. Elias is a man of God who is going to travel the Oregon Trail to continue to spread the word of God. They both hit a bump in their path and find out they need each other to continue on their journey. This story was so well written and I found myself not wanting to put it down – I had to know what was going to happen with Elias and Dorothy. This book was just so amazing! I cannot recommend it enough. I also loved that it took place on the Oregon Trail, as I am a kid who grew up playing that computer game. This put those memories I have of that in context of characters who are actually faced with those decisions. I am pleasantly surprised to find out that this is one of several in a series and I will most definitely be reading them all. I just added P. Creeden to my authors I must read list!

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Cindy Rushin

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story. I really like the rhyming and think kids will like it too. The story of Cray is nice, he liked pinching his friends with his claw, but they didn’t like it as much. When he lost the claw he felt so sad because he was changed. His friends were able to show him they liked him even though he was different now. I recommend this book, kids will like the rhyming and the story.

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Lost Property (The Tom Grant Series Book 6) by Samantha Adair – Review by Christine Baranek

Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel (The Tom Grant Series Book 6)Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel by Samantha Adair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lost Property
By: Samantha Adair

This is a fantastic book. It follows Tom who is newly retired and is working to live his life outside of his past with the agency with his girlfriend Isabella. However, the past has a funny way of interrupting your plans. When a past case comes calling, Tom begrudgingly agrees to get involved. This past case involves a human trafficking ring, and those that he helped are now in danger again. He definitelly finds himself sucked right back into the case.
This book is so fantastically well written and is hard to put down. It is suspenseful and thrilling and filled with twists and turns. Each time I thought I knew what was coming, I was very wrong. I definitely recommend reading this book and the whole series!

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Motherland (The Tom Grant Series Book 3) by Samantha Adair – Review by Christine Baranek

Motherland (Tom Grant #3)Motherland by Samantha Adair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Motherland
By: Samantha Adair

This is the third book in the Tom Grant Series. It can definitely be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the rest of the series just because it is such a well written page turner. This book is filled with action, adventure, spying, and out and out drama. It is written in such a way that I definitely did not want to put it down.
Isabella and Tom are such well written and complicated but in a good way. They both keep the plot moving at a rapid pace. Isabella has promised her dad that she will go home. There is no telling whether she will return alive or dead when she leaves there – you see there is is a bounty on her. Tom is going with her because he doesn’t want to be without her. What happens from there is what makes this book so good. Samantha Adair does a fantastic job writing a plot that moves at a good pace that you really don’t want to stop reading. This book was filled with twists and turns. Definitely pick it up!

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance Prequel (Hidden Valley Elite Series) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jade Brunton

Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite #0.5)Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a short introduction to a longer series. I was immediately drawn in and downloaded the next book of the series as soon as I finished this one. One spicy kiss was all it took for these two to keep thinking about things. I like how it gives the back story and point of view on both of them. It’s only two characters, so it’s not annoying or difficult to keep up with. I can’t wait to see what is next for Riley and Cole!

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Emily H

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the story of a crab named Cray. Cray has a tendency to be a bit of a handful for his friends. It is not until Cray has an accident that Cray begins to see what true friends are like.

I think this is a great one for little kids. Teaches some lessons on kindness and seeing others in a different light. Beautiful illustrations.

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The Round Box (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

The Round BoxThe Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As usual, as soon as we saw a new book by this author, the whole family was excited for story time. This book really explores what it is like to use your imagination and it is definitely one that got all of ours going! It was such a fun story right from the start, and my two kids were fascinated with the idea of being transported to a boat.
The illustrations in the book were colourful and a perfect fit for the story being told. We marveled at them just as much as we read the book (which has been multiple times!) and I am sure we will do the same when we read the book again. This is a brilliant and fun story that is worth reading with your family.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kerry Baker

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is such a fun and entertaining story and a really great way of teaching children the important of kindness. The way the author has written this book is so engaging and captivated both of my kids right from the word go. The rhymes were well thought out and catchy and the pictures in the book made it come alive.
As a parent, I loved the premise of this book. Teaching kids how to be kind can be so difficult, yet this book discussed the topic with ease. We will definitely be reading this book again, and any more from this author.

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance Prequel (Hidden Valley Elite Series) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jamie Truex

Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite #0.5)Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a perfect way to get me hooked on a new series!! Riley and her mom are constantly moving towns and doing cons. There’s definitely a past there I hope to learn more about. Cole comes from money, but definitely doesn’t have an easy life. He’s had to be the adult of his family. The book ends in a cliffhanger that has me ready to buy the next book already! I’m getting vibes like Dawson’s Creek and One Tree Hill. If you liked shows like that, I think you’ll really enjoy this book and series too I’m sure.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by La Toya Lewis

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A New Day for Cray is a fun little kid’s book by Pa Rhymes. This book follows a crabby crab named Cray that likes to pinch and bully. After Cray is confronted by his friends he has an accident and learns what friendship means. This was a sweet book. It has beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand lessons for kids. The way Cray’s friends confront Cray is a great way to show children boundaries and what to do if being bullied. The way Cray’s friends are there for him when he has trouble despite his earlier behavior shows the true meaning of forgiveness and friendship. I highly recommend this story.

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Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Maikalani Alexander

Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets #3)Elusive Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The third in this remarkable series. If you love a heated thrilling and spicy romance this is the read for you.
Billionaires need protection. Heroes need protection and who better than Sheldon?! Protection for the elite and exclusive. But what happens when love plays into professional? Maybe it’s lust but all I know this book is sweltering. Keeps your heart racing and the blood flowing the fastest way possible. You can’t think but just feel as you go through this epic journey of twists and turns.

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Maikalani Alexander

Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sin so good that it’s sweet

Bryanna and her family; They’re in trouble so protection is needed to save Bryanna keep her from being hurt in the most awful of ways. And that’s when Damian comes into her life. To protect her and ravage her ? What happens when you blur the lines between professional and personal? Could love be the outcome here ?
This is an absolute must read an easy devour that keeps you hunting for more and more.
Doms are powerful and in control
But subs also hold power and Damian’s here to show Bryanna that

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Shifter Shorts by TK Lawyer – Review by Gabrielle

Shifter ShortsShifter Shorts by T.K. Lawyer
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is an interesting collection of stories. Each story gives readers a look into a different characters and their journeys. Some are darker than the others and may be a trigger for some readers. These are all quick reads that give you a taste of the authors writing. There a shifters of all sorts in these stories and each couple has their own adventure to go through. Shifters and their mates must figure out how to communicate and work towards finding a happy ever after. There are some strong characters in these stories and emotions come in to play. It was nice to see that there were different kinds of shifters in these short stories. I would have liked a bit more character and plot development with these stories. I felt as if the stories were interesting but I was not invested in the characters and their plight.

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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Tanya Wall, January 2024

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great story to read with your child… teaches about being kind, how sometimes hard lessons have good endings. The illustrations are great and I like how the author used a pinching crab as the main character. Sometimes we all are pinching crabs and need a little lesson to remind us that we don’t have to pinch our friends.

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Tori Mitton

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/200785480-auctioned-surrender” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1702041280l/200785480._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/200785480-auctioned-surrender”>Auctioned Surrender</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16229360.Via_Mari”>Via Mari</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6170890037″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Bryanna is dragged in a situation where she must do what ever it takes to protect her family. Damian is hired to find and protect Bryanna at all costs. Damian does not expect to fall in love with Bryanna, show her all the ways of being loved. Also brings in the dom/sub role here as well. Another super steamy read!! If you haven’t read the first book go do that! And go lock yourself away with these books!!
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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Tori Mitton

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/200785701-whispered-surrender” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1699065077l/200785701._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/200785701-whispered-surrender”>Whispered Surrender</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16229360.Via_Mari”>Via Mari</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6170873517″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Book one is about Jay and Sasha. Jay is a bodyguard. Sasha is a mafia princess. Jay and Sasha meet at a club, where he vows to do what ever it takes to protect sasha. She struggles thinking someone could ever want someone who is so broken. Jay calls sasha his little angel and will do what ever it takes to keep her safe from anyone and everyone. There is many spicy takes, such as a dom/sub roles going on. 10/10.
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A New Day for Cray (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Megan Conley

A New Day For Cray (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)A New Day For Cray by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute kids book that will teach them the importance of being kind…even when someone isn’t always kind to you. I really loved the illustrations and it has a nice cadence to it that children really love. I really recommend this book if you have a kiddo who may be struggling with how to be kind to someone who isn’t being kind to them.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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Good Enough (The Deadman’s Tribe Series Book 1) by Nicole Craig – Review by Carrie Cross

Good Enough -- The Deadman's Tribe Book 1: A Protector Romance / Romantic SuspenseGood Enough — The Deadman’s Tribe Book 1: A Protector Romance / Romantic Suspense by Nicole Craig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Good Enough: The Deadman’s Tribe: Book 1” by Nicole Craig is a gripping and thrilling start to a Romantic Suspense series.
Craig’s writing is engaging and fast-paced, keeping readers on the edge of their seats throughout the story. The world-building is intricate and well-developed, immersing readers in a rich and imaginative setting. The author’s attention to detail in describing the tribes and their abilities adds depth and richness to the narrative.
Overall, “Good Enough: The Deadman’s Tribe: Book 1” is a thrilling and enthralling novel that will captivate fans of fantasy and adventure. Nicole Craig’s masterful storytelling, vivid world-building, and well-crafted characters make this a promising start to an exciting new series. Readers will eagerly anticipate the next installment.

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Relic Hunters: Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Trish Ann

Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Book 5)Betrayal of the Gods by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a fun book. There were some interesting plot lines. I also found the weaving of mythology well done. I liked the characters but wasn’t as in invested in them as I would have liked. I feel like I should probably read the others in the series.

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Savage Start by Isla Vaughn – Review by Stephanie Tellas

“Virgin? Check
New Life? Double Check.
Grifter? Triple Check.
Look, it’s not like I have a choice about being born into a family of conmen, or women- technically. A girl’s got to survive, and by the looks of the new town I’m forced into, it’s time to step up my game.
It doesn’t take long to survey my prey, steal a souvenir, and get stopped by a panty-melting local who steals a kiss. That kiss is poison. Not really, but the emotional kind that forces me to face the fact.
If I give up my precious v-card to a guy, he’s the kind who would take it. Dangerous. Sexy as hell and just as deadly. Distracting enough that I somehow managed to get caught… but will I escape?” This is a prequel to the series. Loved reading this book, cant wait to see where the series lead. I give it 4 stars.