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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Kerry Carr

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this Trilogy. And wow what a start. This is a dark psychological MC story which I love. I love how MC stories are a band of men who standby and support each other and protect the women they love at all costs. This has the same feel but is much darker than others I’ve read. The author does an amazing job of dealing with some really triggering subjects in a sensitive way but which also shows the after effects not only on the victim but everyone connected to them.
I loved the characters in this story. For me the character that really stood out for me was Lilly (Cherub). She has gone through so much and is tormented by everything that has happened to her but deep down she still has a strength and a fire in her belly which I was amazed by. The way the author writes completely takes you inside her mind and you feel not only the physical pain but also the mental torture she puts herself through.
I will advise this book does have subject matter which may trigger some readers but the author spells all that out before the story even begins.

I don’t want to give too much away as this is definately something you need to read for yourself.
Lilly went through a terrible ordeal on her 18th birthday. An ordeal at the hands of a man that nearly cost her life.
Fast forward and the monster is released and has his eyes still set on her. Lilly is now in a relationship with Zeke who is a member of an MC and he is determined to make sure he protects her. But what happens when he fails her yet again? Can Lily really trust anyone in the MC? And when suspicions start around her own father being the person who allows the monster to get her again who is she meant to trust? This is a story full of danger, angst, secrets, lies, courage and strength. It will have you feeling every emotion possible and has definately left me wanting more.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Diane Sennett

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Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Parisian Intrigue is the sixth book in the Notebook Mysteries series. This book is full of historic events which I enjoyed. The characters Emma, Jeremy, Dora, and Tim set of on a mystery trip when accommodations arrive at their door. They meet some mysterious travelers on the way to Paris, to the 1889 Paris Exposition.
The foursome is led to not one, but two mysteries. This book is well-written and kept me guessing from start to finish. While I read this as a stand-alone, I would suggest reading the series; something I am looking forward to reading. If you enjoy history and mystery, I highly recommend this book!

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Murder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber- Review by Laura Jones

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Michelle Collier

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories)Twisted Proposal by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Central Florida Stories. This is an enemies to lovers story with revenge. Ethan is seeking revenge and pulls Siena, who is innocent in everything, as his pawn in his twisted plans. Ethan and Siena’s relationship is not what Ethan intended. This whole series has such great characters.

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories Book 2) by Victoria Saccenti reviewed by Michelle collier

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories, #2)Undeniable by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Central Florida Stories. Arely was abducted by a human trafficking ring but was rescued now she is in hiding. She takes a job at Club Nexxus and that is when she sees Kurt, the man she has never been able to forget. Kurt has PTSD and lost his whole team. He runs into Arely. The chemistry between these two off the charts. This book is very thrilling.

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Deception (Central Florida Stories Book 1) by Victoria Saccenti reviewed by Michelle collier

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Deception (Central Florida Stories, #1)Deception by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Central Florida Stories. I found it very intriguing. This is a story of love and revenge. Joe wants revenge on Hunter for the Dear John letter she sent to his friend who commuted suicide by combat. Hunter has secrets that cause her to push men away. Things do go exactly as planned for Joe after he devises a plan for revenge. I loved the way that the characters developed in this story.

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Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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Love Is What It Is: A holiday RomanceLove Is What It Is: A holiday Romance by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author did an amazing job with Toni who recently let go of the past but thought that this vacation was going to help her but she met Mickey. Mickey only wants one thing and that is the freedom of not being married. But Toni has her way to make Mickey fall for her. It is horrible when Mickey did not want anything to do with Toni at first, I was like how could you but love has its way to take you in and turn your perspective and want it. That is how love catches you by surprise. Love it…

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 out of 5 stars for the reason I gave it a four it was not because I did not like the book but it has some true life decisions when it comes to having a child. This book is an amazing true-life story when it comes to a teen girl and a child. Clarie had to decide to keep the baby or let it go so she can go back to normal but what is normal to Clarie? Life is not the same for Claire. The book got me to tears and I couldn’t let go of it. Well done to the author for bringing life into a story.

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom

We absolutely loved reading How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them. This is a fun children’s book aimed for children ages 4-8. It’s a fun and colorful retelling of a classic Jack and the Beanstalk but with a twist. My son giggled throughout the story and we read it several times. I love this author and highly recommend reading this story. We look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Tanya Wall, July 2023

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Broken. (Green St. Girls #2)Broken. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Broken is a romance with a side of steam! Wow. Indigo is finding herself, healing herself, and making headway in love and business. Gideon is a great friend who is living with Indigo – he finds his way into her life both in business and in bed. Overcoming her past with Gideon is where Indigo finds herself while she is being threatened by someone – Gideon wants to keep her safe.
The friendships, the love, the hot romance, the danger all kept me reading. I really liked the friendship aspect of this storyline – women helping each other to be strong and successful. If sexy romance is your genre, this book is for you!

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Complicated Choices indeed! It is a contemporary YA coming-of-age story by Risa Nyman. I have read all of Risa’s books and each and every one is about strength, resilience and love.
This relatable fast-paced complex story is full of secrets, fear, yearning, hope, helplessness and many more emotions. It will hit you in all the feels. It is a story where the sassy MC has untapped strength, maturity, is a fighter but has to grow up before her time due to circumstances.
Being a senior year of high school is bad enough with all the insecurities, angst, uncertainty, and hormones and not knowing where you are going but add in being responsible for a baby, yep it is hard. This one cut a little closer to home. Raising a younger brother brought back memories, struggles, although mine are not bad it still took me back. Depression is also not a stranger.
There is drama and some humour and being able to cope with the help of a BFF and boyfriend.
What would you do for someone you love? Ask yourself that question as you work your way on this journey with a young woman facing what seems like insurmountable odds.
Complicated Choices is definitely worth a read.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Angela Hayes

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman is an emotional story that tugged on my heartstrings. It is a story of choices, coming of age, self-discovery, family, responsibility, challenges, teen angst/drama, complex issues, secrets, dramatic developments, and heartwarming moments.
Claire is a high school senior who has life-changing choices to make when an unplanned pregnancy leaves her with a baby to take care of. What happens here makes for an emotional and heartwarming journey.
Be sure to have some tissues on standby, as you are going to need them.

Thank you, Risa Nyman!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wow, this story was powerful, hard to put down and I totally devoured this book, drama filled and overall compelling…….I loved this story so much.

Claire Jackson is to have fun and freedom during her senior year of high school. This changes when an accidental pregnancy upends her plans…..her mother is pregnant and has a little boy, Harry. Claire’s mother goes on a downward spiral of mental health and depression issues….leaving Claire to take care Harry from morning to night…..but Claire’s resilience and loyalty toward her baby brother, she will do anything to protect him at all costs…even when her own uncle threatens to take away Harry…will Claire’s battle keep her baby brother with her and what happens when the truth finally comes…

I loved Claire’s loyalty and her thoughts of all her “complicated choices” that she had to endure throughout this story. This book was emotional….and overall fantastic.

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Toni Sellers

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1)The Silent Woodsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This to me was the perfect romance novel… It had just the right amount of everything you want in a book, well written characters, good humor, a bit of suspense, and enough drama to keep you turning pages and wanting more. This is the first book in The Olympic Peninsula series. I enjoyed this book a lot as I live on the Olympic peninsula it is always fun to read about your own hometown. At one point in the book, they are just a half mile from my house… Definitely recommend and can’t wait to read the next book.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Betsy Melano

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Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great series that continues to pull you into the story. The book could probably be considered a stand alone, it’s been a while since I last read part of this series. The story starts out with enough information for those who jump into reading this book. I enjoyed reading about the Paris Expedition. The author wrote this book in such a way I could imagine the areas of Paris that the characters visited. The characters are also well written and you can’t help but try to figure out what they’ll encounter next.

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The Secret Humankind (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1) by Gloria Oliver – Review by Brandy Rymer

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The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1)The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading “The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller” by Gloria Oliver. The details of the settings are so realistic that it draws you in right from the beginning of the story. The characters are so well developed that you are drawn to them immediately upon being introduced to them, you can’t wait to piece together the mystery of each of them. What has Julia Xero gotten herself into, is her dream job all she thought she wanted, or has she gotten herself in over her head? There are so many twists to this story, be prepared to expect the unexpected! If you love to read fantasy books or thrillers then this book is the perfect fit for you, it gives you the best of both worlds, I was so excited to finally have an amazing story that gave me two of my favorite genres in one story! This book is the first in a masterpiece that I could not put down, it left me excited for more.
@Brandy Rymer
07/2023

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Pesek

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A clever retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk with a twist you won’t expect. This book is great for problem solving skills and discussions about what others would have done differently. And the twist at the end is unexpected and fun!
The bright illustrations do a great job enhancing the story.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Megan Pesek

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claire is in an almost impossible position as she navigates her senior year being nothing like she expected. Instead of being with friends and enjoying a carefree life, she’s parenting both her baby brother and her own mother. Then Uncle Patrick throws her a lifeline, if Claire gives up her baby brother, Patrick will give Claire her old life back.
Claire’s oldest friendship is tested beyond measure and new friendships are forged as she settles into her new life. Only time will tell which choices Claire makes and which friends stick around to support her.
Nyman hit it out of the park with an emotional read sure to grab the reader from the very first page and not let go until the last.

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap, #2)Smooth Hoperator by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Love on Tap series, which focuses on Sunny and Carter. This can be read as a standalone, but I highly recommend going back to read the first one, it’s great.

This is another brilliant book in the series, I love it just as much as the first! Once again, this is one I knew I’d love but it still exceeded my expectations. The humour is great, and the story is well-written and the characters well-constructed. The characters feel real and are relatable as they leap off the pages and their chemistry is perfect.

Another series to add to my favourites list, I love it so much and cannot wait for the next book in the series!

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

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How to Catch Little Boys and Eat ThemHow to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The art in the book is beautiful, my favorite character is the giant, with his colors and facial features. This was an interesting take on Jack and the beanstalk. The giant wants to eat the kids but then on the other hand Jack is stealing his possessions, I think its a nice way to teach kids not to steal other’s things and not to talk to random giants.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first in the Love on Tap series which focuses on Hollis and Cash. After reading the blurb I was already sure I’d love it, it seemed right up my street and humorous as a bonus. It was so much better than I expected!

The story was well-constructed and fun – the pranks and love/hate relationship were entertaining and made their chemistry leap off the pages. The characters were well-written and felt believable, I could almost see them as real friends.

Hollis was the sunshine and Cash the grumps, but together they’re perfection. Honestly, their chemistry and personalities complimented each other so well, I could rave about the pair all day.

This was a brilliant start to the series and will certainly leave you wanting more, as it has done with me.

I look forward to discovering more from this author!

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The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran Book 4) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran #4)The Ring of Eagna by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another brilliant addition to an already great series. I think this is my favourite story so far and I just loved becoming engaged with these chatacters once again. The story was exciting and well written and I wanted to see how things would play out.
This author creates interesting stories that make you want to learn more. This book does just that. Great story and I would highly recommend it.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Kerry Baker

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic and engaging YA story this turned out to be. I fell in love with Claire and how string she was. No matter which path she decided on it would be a tough road for her. I wanted to make everything easier for her and lighten her load.
The author really created a brilliant story with this book. It is unlike any other YA book I have read which made it more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this book.

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashley Westerman

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love this series, it has everything you could want in a romance book. Even though it’s a prequel it’s missing nothing. It has everything you could hope and want. Somehow this author makes the series better and better with each book. Read it today you won’t be disappointed!

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Christine Baranek

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Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Notebook Mysteries – Parisian Intrigue
By: Kimberly Mullins

This is the sixth book in the Notebook Mysteries Series. I have read several of them, but not all of the books. They are all able to be read as a standalone. I definitely enjoyed each and everyone I have read.
Emma is definitely one of my favorite mystery heroines of all time. Emma and her friends have been invited to Paris on an all expenses paid trip. While they are suspicious about the invitation, they aren’t about to turn down a free trip. Therefore, they aren’t shocked when weird things start happening, starting with clingers on on the ship to Paris.
I have absolutely loved how this series has developed. I feel that this is an amazing series and Emma is just a enjoyable character. I love how the author writes and the amount of details she puts in each story. She puts enough detail into the setting that you feel that you are there, I feel like I successfully traveled to Paris back during 1889. I would have loved to go see the world’s exposition back then.
If you are looking for a good mystery series with an outstanding heroine look no further!

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A heartwarming and at times heartbreaking YA novel which kept me captivated throughout. The main character, high school senior Claire Jackson is an inspirational teenager who’s life changes dramatically following an unplanned pregnancy, the twist though is that the baby is her mothers, not hers. Claire finds herself taking on the main caring role for her half brother so much so that most people seem to think he is her son. No one seems to know who Harry’s father is and Claire’s mother is sinking deeper and deeper into despair. Things get worse when her mother uses Claire’s college fund to pay for day care for Harry, however when her uncle offers to replenish the fund on the condition that Harry be given up for adoption, Claire has a complicated choice to make. This was a real page turner of a novel and it had me hooked from from start to finish.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Complicated Choices is a YA Family book that centers around the character of Claire who is just starting her senior year in high school. Rather than go to ball games, date, or attend school dances she is raising a baby. The problem is, the baby she is raising is not her own, although a lot of people get that impression when they first see Claire pushing the baby stroller. Claire’s mother has fallen into a deep depression and can barely look after herself let alone raise a baby which has all the responsibility landing on young Claire’s shoulders. Claire finds herself changing diapers, cleaning up baby vomit, and taking baby Harry to his fancy new daycare. A daycare that cost a small fortune and that her mom paid for with Claire’s college fund. Claire’s mom has not only been sinking farther into depression but is also sinking into farther financial debt. When Claire’s uncle offers a way out of their financial situation it would give Claire the future she had hoped for and dreamed of but at what price. Claire finds herself forced to make an impossible decision and no matter what she chooses it will forever alter the course of her life.

This book was beautifully written with an intriguing storyline and characters that were instantly relatable and likable. The character of Claire was someone that I immediately felt a connection to and found myself rooting for. She was a young girl with a bright future but when her mom got pregnant Claire’s future was forever altered. Suddenly she had to grow up fast and become a mom to her baby brother while also going to school and looking after her mom. Rather than enjoy her senior year in high school, hanging out with friends, dating, and going to parties Claire was playing the part of mom to both her own mom as well as her baby brother. Claire was wise beyond her years, mature, responsible, savvy, and feisty. How unimaginable to be put in a position where you must choose between your future and attending college or your baby brother. It was absolutely heart wrenching to read about the situation Claire had been placed in. This book was a rollercoaster ride of emotions with a few twists and turns that will keep you reading until the end.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Christine Baranek

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Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Complicated Choices
By: Risa Nyman

This is such an emotional read. I loved every second of it even as I was reading with tears streaming down my face. This isn’t the traditional hard choice pregnancy tale. This is about what happens when a mother, with older children, has a child they are not prepared to take care of and that burden now falls on their older children. Risa does a fantastic job of writing the characters. Each one has a tremendous amount of depth in them and I feel that Claire was perhaps the most well written character. I found myself really pulling for Claire in this story and wondering what I would do in this situation. Her mother really placed her in a hard situation and her uncle means well but doesn’t see that the answer really isn’t clear cut. This really was a fantastic read that I highly suggest picking up, but make sure to have some tissues handy because it will pull on your heart strings throughout.

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The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran Book 4) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran #4)The Ring of Eagna by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran Book 4) by Andrea Matthews. This is a fast paced adventure full of danger, plot twists and drama. I highly recommend reading these in order to get to know the back story. Its the continuing story of Ciaran & Caitlin who are together and have one year old twins now. Ciaran’s brother Aodhan thinks that if they can find the 3rd ring that goes with the 2 they already have they will find the key to ancient riches. There is also a heavy warning that if you find these riches there will be a price to pay. Going on a real life Raiders of the Lost Ark there are monks, jewels, mysteries, danger, family drama and a manuscript at the very center of everything. There is also magic involved and it will keep you guessing until the very last page. Read this fast paced fun mystery to find out if the brothers find the missing key.

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Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Taz: (Devil's Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter)Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl. This is such a good series and I loved this book. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the others first. Its the story of Taz who is a smart, independent woman who is the accountant for the Devil’s Handmaiden. She also has a son Teddy, that is autistic and he is her world. When he begins to get bullied she turns to the Devil’s Handmaidens MC, her friend Travis “the Enforcer” Milford and his friends from the Intruder to help. They rally around Teddy and protect him from the bullies. As Travis and Taz begin to spend more and more time together they begin to get feelings for one another. Taz also has some baggage from her past that comes back to haunt her in this story. Read this story to find out if Taz and Travis can make their relationship work even with all the factors around trying to break them up.

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