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Sessrumnir ( Antipodes Series Book 5) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Sessrumnir (Antipodes, #5)Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Again we got to a point where the characters were feeling safe and bam. This author really knows how to get the twists and turns into her stories. I love how the characters develope and mature and how the drama isn’t overwhelmed by romance. The balance really is just right. By now though I am really amazed I was drawn into a dypstopian world and I really cannot put this book down.

I really started to feel the loss along with the characters and really wanted to have a happy ever after but not knowing if it would be. I found that the author was able to redevelop the world and create an even more challenging one. I really couldnt put it down and needed to see how it all would end.

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Caim ( Antipodes Series Book 4) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Caim (Antipodes, #4)Caim by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just when you think it is all safe and secure bam. Well this fourth book realy sort of throws a curveball at the characters. As with the past three books in the series they handle it with all the charisma and grace you expect. I realy like how the author draws out the series and uses twists and turns. This fourth book really drew me in.

The characters are drawn into a bit of a web and I love how the author is able to balance the romance and the drama whilst leading the reader through the story. I cannot say enough how I really felt as though I was right beside the characters. I truly got swept up in this world and could really feel how important the lessons the character’s learnt were.

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Ouroboros ( Antipodes Series Book 3) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Ouroboros (Antipodes, #3)Ouroboros by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This third book really starts to cement the series and there is a truely clearer picture as to what the author is trying to put across. There is a lot of chemistry between the characters and the scary reality of their world brings a lot into question. I really couldn’t put this book down either.

I was so amazed when I got lost in this dystopian world. The romance and drama and adventure are well balanced. The author really has a entwined this series nicely. The books have a real flow and as with the first two I cannot wait to read the next one. I am excited to see how all the drama will unfold.

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The 45th Parallel (Antipodes Series Book 6) by T.S. Simons – Review by Chrissy Spulak

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The 45th Parallel (Antipodes, #6)The 45th Parallel by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this series! This is the 6th book in the Antipodes series. I highly recommend reading the others, first. This would be a fine read by itself, but the entire experience is the recommended experience. Caitlin and Seraphine are sick and tired of doing whatever it is that they are told, and long to branch out and see different places, and do different things. They long to make their own decisions about their lives, so they set out on a journey that will challenge them. There is action, emotion, and great characters and development. This dystopian sci-fi adventure is not unimaginable in this day-and-age. It kept me glued to my seat and turning those pages! If you haven’t read any of this series, be prepared to dive in and spend some time. 5 stars.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Christen Ware

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good story with multiple POV and time perspectives that is full of suspense and thrill. It takes a hot second to get adjusted to how this story is delivered, but constitutes swiftly once you get your footing. Shocking secrets and the turns of this story take both the characters and the reader through enough to warrant a much needed breath after. Overall, good read with a fast and sharp read.

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The Liminal Space ( Antipodes Series Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes, #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The second book developes the story line further and we begin to see just what kind of world it is. The characters still have the chemistry and that also adds to the story. I like how the author begins to create the world even further and brings the reader into it.

There are beginning to have more twists and turns as the story progresses. The author does a wonderful job of creating a very colorfull world and characters. There is also a undertone of the story base and I this really had me not wanting to put this book down. I began to get a clearer thought process of this series. I really look forward to the next one.

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Antipodes ( Antipodes Series Book 1) By T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Antipodes (Antipodes, #1)Antipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to say I like to find new authors and I enjoy finding series that are not always in my go to genre. I do like the romance element of this series and the whole setting of the series really was well written and I for one felt as though I was right in the midst of it. I have not really read a lot of dystopian books but I was drawn into this one.

I like how the author builds the characters and how the story is carried out. The chemistry between what becomes the lead characters really adds to the story. The author does a great job of balancing the drama and the romance. The author does a great job of building the characters and showing why they are how they are. I thought that this first book was an excellent start to the series and I couldn’t wait to get to the next one.

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Chatroom With A ViewChatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m still trying to wrap my head around Chatroom With A View. I thought I was reading one story the whole time and then the ending made me question it all. When an author can make you second guess what happened and what didn’t, I feel like that makes them pretty good at what they do! I enjoyed this book. I was intrigued till the very end. I would recommend it to anyone I know that likes a psychological thriller. This book is comparable to You and the movie Identity. If having that knowledge intrigues you, I say you should check it out.
There’s also a lot that could be a trigger for someone so I recommend tread lightly, but don’t let it stop you!
Troy leads a normal life for someone who comes from an abusive household. But what happens when that abuse goes too far? What happens when you can’t protect anyone but yourself? That’s exactly what happens to him, which causes him to spiral. Getting himself stuck in situations that he has no idea how to get out of. Ones he never intended to be in. On top of that he has his crazy ex Veronica trying to force herself into his life. He knows she’s mentally unstable but to protect himself and others he sometimes needs to play along.
Will he manage to escape the chaos that he’s caused?
Can he escape Veronica as well?
So many questions, but they all have answers. While the author has you twisting and turning as you go, every question you think of definitely has an answer. Or does it?
You are just going to have to dive in to find out!

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Antipodes (Antipodes Book 1) by T.S. Simons – Review by Callie Luna

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Antipodes (Antipodes, #1)Antipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Antipodes is an amazing start to the series! The beginning gives you a sense of normality before the apparent problem of the water supply appears. It reminded me of COVID-19 when the first outbreak happened; I didn’t believe it would affect the United States, and I wasn’t worried about it until it hit close to home. In the beginning, Cam is the same way he doesn’t believe that it would be able to hit Australia. When the government sends out a text for testing, he ends up getting his ticket to an island to live in a safe new community with 300 strangers. It was an extremely challenging decision to leave his family and friends behind and there are many topics touched on including survivors’ guilt. I found the premise to be believable and the setup of the island detailed enough, including the issue of being completely self-sustaining. I was able to put myself in Cam’s shoes easily and it make me think about how I could potentially survive.

I didn’t think the book could get any better at this point but when his world turns upside down it changes everything. It sends him into an even greater adventure in this new post-apocalyptic world. The ending is amazing but felt a little rushed. The next book, The Liminal Space fills in all the missing details nicely.

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers, #4)Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great story!
I felt at ease with these 2 as they were domesticating very fast for a little girl but also learning each other and fighting the attraction.
This didn’t go the way I thought it would but it went the way it should have in the end. I really loved this book as I was able to dive in and immerse myself easily.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Kerry Carr

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Shadow WolfShadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Protector Wolf Series and i can’t wait to read more. The author has a great mixture of paranormal adventure and danger as well as a forbidden romance which gets your heart and pulse racing. I’m a huge fan of books about shifters and vampires so I was sold right from the beginning.

Tamaska is human. Her only goal in life is to succeed at what she does enough to set up her own business as an event planner. She has no idea about the dangers or supernatural beings that live alongside her. That is until one that that was supposed to change her life in a good way ends up changing it in a way she never imagined.

She hires some people to protect the rare gem she is auctioning off the Blood Opal. What she doesn’t realise is the people she hired are shifters. She immediately has a distrust for the leader Kodiak but she doesn’t know why. When the jewel goes missing she thinks it was him but how wrong she is.
Kodiak hates humans. Can’t stand them. The only reason he took this job is to earn money to provide for his pack. So what happens when he starts reacting to a female human in a way that makes him want to protect her? Why is he getting these feelings towards her and what does it mean?
When he goes to her aid and takes his eye off the thing he was suppose to be protecting they now have to work together to find and reclaim the missing item.
Who stole the Opal? Why do they want it? Can Kodiak and Tamaska trust each other to work together? And what is the strange feelings that keep bubbling up between then despite both of them trying to ignore and deny them?

I loved this gripping story and can’t wait to see how the rest of the series unfolds.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Felicia Bates

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shore Lodge is the first book I’ve ever read by this author but I will definitely be reading more. I read this book pretty quickly because I needed to know what was going to happen to Jackie. I kept setting myself up for a particular twist to happen because I couldn’t believe children could be that cruel to a parent. That being said, this book definitely had characters you love to hate. Overall, I really did enjoy the book. I felt that Jackie was an excellent main character and she was most definitely underestimated more than once. If you like books that keep you on edge and quicken your pulse, definitely give Shore Lodge a go.

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Chatroom With A ViewChatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was not my usual read but it definitely held my interest and took me by surprise! Troy has never fit in and now that he is an adult this has not changed. He still lives at home with his parents and works at a diner. When things take an unexpected turn one day after work he is not sure which path to take. He soon finds himself even deeper when Veronica tells him she is pregnant. Troy decides to take matters into his own hands with his past and future things really get interesting. There is a point in the book where I was blown away by a revelation that I was not expecting! This was definitely a good read and I am glad I picked it up!

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Shadow WolfShadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shadow Wolf brings you into the tale of a human and a shifter, with the human as always being naive. This story keeps you reading by being on the brink of finding out what is so important about Tamaska. A good story with good r rated scenes. The cliffhanger at the end begs you to get the next book to keep reading the series, which is what I plan to do.

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Master Calabrea (Masters of the Consulate Book 6) by Sylvia Black – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Master Calabrea: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 6)Master Calabrea: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A wonderful mystery paranormal romance story. I myself had not read the books in this series before this book. It did not have that repetition where you wonder about the books before it. Sylvia made the story its own. Master Calabrea and Tansia are fun to follow on their quest to find Isala and the love for each other.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Nicole Thompson

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Undoubtedly, Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram is one of the greatest Psychological Thriller novels I have read in a very long time. I was overwhelmed with intense feelings – my heart racing, my body tense, waiting to see what would happen next. The protagonist, Jacklyn Stone, tragically loses her husband and finds that he has left her with a mountain of debt, unable to liquidate their business. Her children then take her to a retreat that poses a great threat to her, leaving Jacklyn with the task of tapping into her inner courage to retake her life and go home. Filled with gripping twists and turns, this thriller will have readers contemplating how they would fare in such a similar predicament.

Caim, Antipodes, T.S. Simons, Review by Kristin Boutelle, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Dystopian, Romance

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Caim (Antipodes, #4)Caim by T.S. Simons
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Caim is set in a few years later timeframe from the third book. This book flows pretty easily just like the others. I love how the characters support each other like an extended family. I especially like how the characters are interwoven with each other, and how their experiences relate to other characters. Some of the events in this book are unexpected but makes for a really intense read.

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Michelle Austin

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Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. This author has become a must read for me. I really liked Zoey, she was a strong character that went through some tough times. The fact that she was running her own MC with all women was great. When she meets Panther they connect on many levels and give us a heck of a story. I really liked all of the characters, they added a great element to the story. We get edge of your seat moments along with some steamy ones.The author pulls you right in with her writing. This is the 2nd book in the series but you can read it as a stand alone, but I suggest starting with book 1. If you’re looking for a great MC read, 1-click and get started today.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book #1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Angela Hayes

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Shadow WolfShadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Shadow Wolf is the first book in the Protector Wolf Shifter Series by Lilliana Rose. This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Rose, so I really didn’t know what to expect from one of her stories. But, in all honesty, she had me at shifters and vampires- the rest was just going to be icing on the cake for me.
This is a captivating paranormal romance with shifters, vampires, a precious gem called the ‘Blood Opal’, a forbidden love element, action, adventure, danger, drama, chemistry, tension, intrigue, mystery, and more.
I did enjoy Tamaska and Kodiak’s story, although there were times that they frustrated me to death. I really wanted to shake them at these points and tell them to get their act/s together. The story was intriguing with plenty of suspenseful/mysterious elements that kept me turning the pages to find out what was going on. But the story ended before all the threads were tied up- and I didn’t get all the answers/developments that I was hoping for- so I imagine that the story is set to continue in the next instalment (hopefully).
Bring on “Marked Wolf” (Book #2).
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Lilliana Rose!

 

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another wild, edge of your seat thrill ride from the Devils Handmaidens Motorcycle Club series. This series is a viewpoint from an all female motorcycle club rather than the typical all male motorcycle club, which I love as well, but I thought this take was refreshing. After enjoying book number one I became a little attached to Shadow (Zoey) and was incredibly excited that she would be featured in book two and we would get to hear a lot more of her story. This book was all that and more. I also really enjoyed the inclusion of Panther and the Navajo aspect that he brought to the story along with his own troubles he was working through. I will absolutely be continuing with this series and this author.

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The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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The Exchange: A NovelThe Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sam moves to California hoping to start her acting career. Her interview for an agent doesn’t go well. She ends up applying for a job in a cafe. Luckily she gets hired on the spot. Boss warns her to be early or on time never late. She tries to turn her coworker Michael down gently. Corey she meets and it’s instant attraction.

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The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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The Exchange: A NovelThe Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The novel starts out with an emotional beginning and then we are in NM as our character moves to Los Angeles. There are unexpected developments, which is what kept me turning the pages to find out how it played out in the end. This is a gripping read. That will keep you on the edge of your seat! This novel plot is excellent in the way if you don’t know who to trust, who to believe, who is the architect, and who is taken for a ride!

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Nina Maes

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Whoa! This one is raw to the core. Full of bravery and heartbreak all at the same time. Lots of tragedy, twist and turns, this book will captivate you for the start and not let you go until the brutal end. Strong characters with great personalities. I recommend this book to anyone who love a great story of redemption, love and courage.Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whoa! This one is raw to the core. Full of bravery and heartbreak all at the same time. Lots of tragedy, twist and turns, this book will captivate you for the start and not let you go until the brutal end. Strong characters with great personalities. I recommend this book to anyone who love a great story of redemption, love and courage.

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty Book 2) by C.B. Lyall Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty #2)The Veil of Corruption by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to be able to read book two in this exciting and riveting series about witches and wizards and magic going hay wired. The author has done an amazing job of bring magic into the real world while still keeping their worlds separate. I thought the author did a great job of continuing the growth and development of the characters, especially Wilf, Katryna, and Myra. The story absolutely took multiple twists and turns as the characters are in a race to save their worlds and each other. I couldn’t put the story down until the final page. I can’t wait to see how the story finally ends in the third trilogy.

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What I Wish I’d Known: For Writers by H.D. Thomson – Review by Naomi McDonald

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What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They'd Told Their Younger SelvesWhat I Wish I’d Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They’d Told Their Younger Selves by H. D. Thomson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you’ve been authoring for a while, this book will mostly be a refresher for you. A lot of the things mentioned are things prominent in author advice circles, so you hear them often. I think this book would be an excellent resource for aspiring or brand-new authors.

I liked the fact that there is a mix of traditional and indie representation. I also appreciated the book including advice from women’s perspectives, mentions of being an author while parenting, and BIPOC representation.

One thing that was disappointing about the book is that out of 100 authors contributing, there was only one brief sentence that mentioned OCD tendencies, and one brief paragraph mentioning ADHD in a general sense. There was hardly any neurodivergent representation at all. As a person with multiple neurodivergences, I think navigating the neurodivergent way of doing things has been one of my biggest challenges as an author. I’ve learned a lot of things the hard way because there truly isn’t much advice out there for neurodivergent authors. Most advice I’ve heard is geared toward neurotypical brain styles.

Overall, I’d say a great book for newer authors.

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Heather Watson

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Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second installment of Devil’s Handmaids MC and I have to tell you that D.M. Earl did it again. This book could stand alone but you really need to read the first one to get the feeling of the characters. Even though this book focuses on Shadow and her issues with the pedophile ring. She is the enforcer at the club and gives you more insight on Shadow. I can’t wait to keep reading this series to see what happens next.

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Betsy Melano

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Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy (Pierce Brothers Book 4)Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I decided to read this book, I somehow missed that it is the last book in a series. To be honest, this book really hooked me in and I had a hard time trying to do work when all I wanted was to keep reading. Even though the book is part of a series, I had no problem keeping up with the many characters.

Noah Pierce seemed rude but as you read the book not only do you warm up to him but you start seeing his true self. Amy, the nanny, has issues of her own that really surface in the book, and the author wrote it with such open mindedness that I really liked. And we can’t forget baby Amelia – what a sweet baby.

The characters in the book are relatable. I throughly enjoyed the way this author described scenes and emotions coming from the characters. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. I plan to read the rest of the series. I’m sure I will love them all.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Shadow WolfShadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tamaska is a bright event planner about to have her big break when she holds an event to auction off the Blood opal… but it’s not just the humans who are interested in it
Kodiak is a shifter and a good one, looking soon to challenge and take an Alpha role but still proving himself for the moment takes on the job protecting the Blood opal as security gig to make money and blend in with the humans.
Tamaska and Kodiak are pure fire when they come together but thats the only part that makes sense. There are clearly many secrets being kept from everyone and no one has the whole story.
This is a great series starter. I’m very interested to find out what Tamaskas history is I am sure there is a lot more than meets the eye with every one of these characters

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great read! I love both Anna and Larkin, they are perfect together. Excellent first book, I can’t wait to read the rest.

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Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Heather Watson

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Tink (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book One)Tink by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This the first time reading D.M. Earl and this author knocked it out of the park with this one. I really enjoyed reading this one. I am looking forward to reading Shadow next. This book has a lot of action that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Tink is trying to stop the human trafficking rings and helping the ones who need it. If you like girls as the head of a biker club, then you will love this series. I can’t wait to keep reading.

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