Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The core idea of this story is really sweet! I love that Amaleighia has such a big heart, sees a need, & wants to help! Thinking about helping the bilingual families in her community is wonderful! However, it was very wordy and did not necessarily flow very well. I do love how everyone came together in the end!
The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An accident propels Dorian into Augustine’s life where an immediate attraction grows but both men know it can’t happen. They are both very happily married and have so much to lose if they give into their attraction. 3 years pass and their paths cross again, neither has forgotten the other or lost their feelings towards one another. Secrets, lies and love create an emotional path that they must follow in order to see if happiness is possible. This talented author created a very intriguing storyline and wonderful characters that any reader will grow attached too, you just won’t able able to help yourself.
The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Royce Viktorsson is a part time volcanologist and full time explorer, he lives his life on the edge, but always with a calculated risk and it has paid off time and time again, leading to him growing his empire and putting the lessons learned into practice, but it has taken over his life in a way that leaves no room for romance, or strong emotions, he is a wild as he can be despite the hidden hole in his heart. Michelle Yates is a travel blogger and uses her experiences and thoughts on life to inspire others through the written word and so when an opportunity presents itself for her to escape the recent past and explore somewhere new and learn about some innovative projects, she signs up straight away, but what she doesn’t expect is immediately becoming caught in a thunderstorm and running into a friend when he comes to her rescue.
The last person Royce was expecting to see was Michelle and especially not caught in a rainstorm with one of his employees thanks to a run of bad luck, but when this bad luck keeps reoccurring, he thinks that he can see a pattern developing and he is not happy about it in the slightest. Michelle cannot understand why she keeps running into barriers, both mental and physical on this trip, but she is not letting them consume her mind, however, Royce is another matter entirely and she is struggling to keep the monster inside her head from warping it into something ugly when she us surrounded by beauty.
As the days pass and both Royce and Michelle use it as a way to plumb the waters of whether their is something more than friendship between them and when someone from their joint pasts turns up, it is a perfect opportunity to find out. As their clear and undeniable attraction builds, more and more danger creeps into the picture as well, but will they be able to find out who is behind their run of bad luck before their time runs out? Will the two be able to reclaim themselves as their presents run into their pasts, or will their romance be ripped apart before it can really, truly begin? This romantic suspense is a tangled web of secrets, lies, truths and revelations as danger surrounds the main characters in a vortex of monsters and darkness which they have to beat to find their future.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
The Mastermind by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Remington Starke is a man with a vision, he gets whatever he wants, be it in his business, or private life and he looks at life through a very black and white lens. He is not a fan of emotions and has tried his best over the years to avoid relationships and anything which could jeopardise the empire which he has built, but his latest acquisition is something else entirely. Audri Wu is a woman with a creative mind and this stands her in good stead with both her job and her hobby, she is always full of sunshine and makes those around her happy as well, but she has always had a soft spot for a certain friend of her brothers, but has kept it to herself, knowing that they are something she can never have.
Audri and Remington know each other as friends, but when he appears in her work environment as well, she has no idea what to do and neither does he, but his magnetism attracts Audri no matter how had she tries to deny it, but has no idea if he feels the same way. Remington has always had a spark of attraction to Audri, but felt she was off limits being his best friends sister, but the more he gets to know her, the more he feels the attraction is right.
Not everyone sees it that way and soon, his dark past re-emerges into the light and starts to threaten those around him, meanwhile Audri is having troubles of her own which are dredging up her past and causing the stress to build, but can the two friends overcome their barriers and their pasts to spark a fire which could burn everything down? This is a romantic suspense with twists and turns as secrets and truths are revealed and the past becomes entangled with the present, but will the future be full of darkness or light? The only way to find out is to read the first instalment in this series and immerse yourself into the fire within.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
5 Stars!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I loved this story with every ounce of my being…the highs and the lows…loved this story! The story of Joker (Josh) and Lady (Scott)…..this M/M MC Romance was superb. We tend to possibly view being in a MC…. Men want to be seen as alpha, strong and macho. Joker is different….part of now the Satans Devils MC….wants to be viewed as such but has a deep secret that he has been imprisoned with since forever. Joker craves and wants to be with fellow MC brother named Lady (Steve)… but Jokers deep emotion turmoil to come out that is so raw, real and heartbreaking tends to bring you on a rollercoaster of pure emotion.
I highly recommend this listen and this series. The author just is fabulous and her details and the amount of emotions she puts in her stories including this one is pure raw.
Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the Madame Chalamet series. I really enjoyed this book. I love the combination of supernatural and mystery.
Elinor is bored. Things have been quiet for her recently and there’s been no reason to use her skills to communicate with ghosts. She is wanting some excitement in her life and boy does she get that when an invitation to the Winter Revels turns from what should be a enjoyable time into a time of mystery and danger as Elinor has to try and figure out who has made the attempt on the Kings life. When her favourite chef is under suspicion of the crime she needs to use all her detective skills to find the person who really committed the crime.
Add to this a widower who needs help grieving their loved one and a young society woman who needs saving from a brute of a man and Elinor is definately over her feelings of boredom.
I love the mixture in this book and how Elinor uses her skills of talking to ghosts to help people as well as solve cases. There is also a slow burn romance in this story which I am excited to see where it leads. Elinor is a strong determined lady who isn’t prepared to give up anything for a man so it will be interesting to see how this will evolve.
I loved it and can’t wait for the next one.
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a sweet second chance romance read and one that I thoroughly enjoyed. I really liked the characters and really enjoyed their story. I especially oved Max – he was just the sweetest character and I really was rooting for him and Ginny after they reunited after time apart. I think it was obvious that they had a special and genuine connection but because they found it difficult to communicate their feelings to each other their relationship definitely wasn’t smooth sailing!
The setting for this story was cute and definitely gave me that Christmassy feel!
Falling Home was a really lovely read and one that I would highly recommend.
Ladybugs for Loretta by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Loretta is an inquisitive girl. She often spends time outdoor and in her family’s garden. On one of her many outings, she finds some dormant ladybugs not understanding that it is their nature to be still during the colder climate. As the winter progresses, she eagerly waits to bring the ladybugs outside to see what will happen.
I really enjoyed this one and learned quite a bit about ladybugs. I thought the way the story read it was one you could ask questions about, and I think children will definitely be engaged and curious about the science of the weather as well as ladybugs. Beautifully illustrated.
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story takes place in Buckeye Falls, Ohio. Ginny returns to her hometown from New York to help her dad. All she wants to do is help her dad and not partake in any holiday anything. She ends up getting roped into helping with a Christmas jubilee where her ex is also a planner. Ugh, the last thing she wanted to do was to have anything to do with him. Max, her ex, still loves her. Can he be a part of her life again?
The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The book The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro was an exciting and entertaining read. I was definitely entertained by this book, since I read the third book first! So, I had a sense of what was going on, and let me tell you…. this book is just as entertaining as the third book. It is a story that pulled me in from the beginning and kept me entertained until the final page. This book that has action, danger, and Greek Mythology. I loved reading about the character of Evan and seeing how his character was portrayed in this book. He has been ripped from everything he knows in the 21st century and now is having to live a new life in ancient Greece. His father is Zeus and Evan is having to figure out how he is going to get back to the 21st Century. Evan finds out that he is going to have to go on a quest to find ancient relics in hopes that they will help him on his journey back home. Evan finds himself facing many trials and tribulations! All I can say is this book is a must read in order to find out if Evan is successful in his journey or not! Happy Reading!
Mary Espinoza
Revenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
This genre was not my typical style, however the author did a great job building suspense and intrigue. The characters were well crafted and I found an interest in rooting for the good guys. This book was an easy read and hard to put down. I recommend this book for anyone who likes action mixed with love. It’s totally worth the readers time and I hope to see more from the author.
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a holiday romance. It is a lesson in learning how to communicate. The store of Ginny coming home to take care of her father after surgery, and revisiting what might have been with her ex-husband of two years. Can the couple rekindle their love for each other? Plus the possible romance of her dad? Great holiday love story that I highly recommend
Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
First of all, let me start with saying…I’m not a normal person and hardly ever read books in order! With that being said, Minotaur’s Lair is the third book in the series and was wonderfully written! This novel could be just read as a stand-alone book, and you wouldn’t be lost! Now I will also add that the story is much more interesting if you read the previous books in the series as well. I actually went back and read the second book, now all I need is to read the first book! This was a fantastic and detailed read, that drew me in and made me feel like I was right there with the characters. Luciana Cavallero has such a unique writing style that is so strong that you can vividly imagine what is happening. This book really ends on a high note! Which is a lot to say because sometimes when you are reading books that are part of a series, you feel like you were left high and dry and didn’t get a great ending!
I for one am very intrigued when it comes to Greek Mythology, and I loved the Greek mythology element that Luciana added to this book. She included quite a bit of information that I was already aware of. I really enjoyed going on Evan’s journey with him. Luciana created a wonderful character that you felt like you were right next to on his journey, and that is despite the fact that he is a twelve-year-old young man! I hope that you will enjoy this page turning book as much as I did! Happy Reading!
Mary Espinoza, December 2022
The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love these types of books where the characters are going through rough times but there is always someone who can change that person.
Royce a hot and living on the edge of life has never meant his one person who can change all that, but destiny can change that for him in a heart where he never knew his friend will become the one to change all of that for him.
Then we have Michelle Yates who runs from her monster and takes a new life to see the world and the beauty that offers her. What she doesn’t know is that her friend is her hero and the one that slays the monster of her life.
Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WOW! This sequel was action packed and filled with so many interesting characters! I really enjoyed reading this book and could not put it down. It is definitely one of my favorite mystery books and Byrd Nash has done an amazing job with this book! It is filled with so many twists and interesting encounters it keeps you on your toes. Madame Chalamet comes in with full force displaying all of her talents and shows what she can really do! I had so much fun reading this book I can’t wait to read the next one in this series!
Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A very intriguing and captivating Supernatural/Mystery book! The introduction of Madame Chalamet in this first book of Byrd Nash’s series opens with a lot of questions that get answered throughout the book. Her character and abilities of not only ghost talking but also deduction make her a very interesting woman! I really enjoyed this book and the twists and turns throughout! I found that initially the introduction was a bit confusing but I was able to complete the puzzle very quickly. I had a great time reading this book and would recommend it to anyone looking for a different kind of mystery book that pulls you in and keeps you asking for more!
Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Codi Parham
You learn something new every day. One thing I love about Wickstrom is that her books are usually educational. I learned facts about Turkeys that I never knew before. This book is a great read for humans and animals of any age.
Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro. This is such a good book. I have loved this series. It is a Greek Mythology story and filled with all kinds of adventures. I do recommend reading the first 2 books before to better understand the characters. There are a ton of characters so you really need to know who is who. There is a list at the end of the book if you get confused during reading. Its the story of Architect Evan Chronis and his crew are trying to locate the 3rd and final relic from the Minotaur. They are attacked by cyclopes, man eating birds and all kinds of crazy things. They even have their memories erased. Will they be able to collect the relic or will they all die trying. Read this fast paced historical fiction story to find out. You won’t be disappointed!
Freedom Rings: Book Three of The Circle by Brenda Hardwick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Freedom Rings (The Circle Book 3) by Brenda Hardwick. I have loved this series but you do need to read the previous books to fully understand this book. Its a great series after the attempted murder of the Elders and Soraya has had to lead The Circle. She is trying to build a good team that will fight the prejudice of people with different skin colors! Soraya is a very fierce, independent and strong fighter so she usually gets done what’s needs to be done. The action in this book will keep you flipping pages as fast as you can. The book is filled with magic, murder, destruction and good vs evil. I have loved this series and its usually not my favorite genre but I have looked forward to each and everyone of these books. Do yourself a favor and read this book after you’ve read the other two!
The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the WaterFyre series but can be read as a standalone.
TW: mentions of suicide, mentions of sex trafficking, murder attempts, eating disorder
Royce is a volcanologist that is chasing the next adrenaline high. Michelle is a travel blogger with some trauma. She calls it the monster in her closet.
The title of this book is so fitting, both main characters are daredevils in their own way. Royce needs to work through his trust and ability to open up to love. Michelle is fighting that monster in her closet which requires daily work. Together their chemistry is undeniable.
Friends to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity, fated moments <3, suspense, and action. What more could you want?
Falling in Love with Falling Home: A Buckeye Falls Novel by Libby Kay- From the bustling streets of New York to a charming small town Main Street, this heartwarming story about finding love against all odds will keep you reading long into the night. Though it may seem as though we are revisiting things already said time and time again, don’t forget communication is key when it comes to relationships. You never know what might happen when you take a chance with this second-chance romance!
Married Blind: A Marriage of Convenience Hollywood Romance by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book that I have read by this author, and I was blown away at how quickly I read this book! I cannot wait to read the first book in this series, which thankfully these are ones that if you read them out of order, will not mess up what happens or the timeline in the series. In this book, these two people, Abi and Finn, are married at first sight on a reality tv show. The sparks between these two were palpable off of the page let alone between them. I could not read this book fast enough as they had a wonderful story that had conflict and that ultimately ended on a great note. I loved this romance book and cannot wait to read more of the books by this author and read the others in the series!
Minotaur’s Lair by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro
Minotaur’s Lair is the third and final book in the Servant of the Gods Trilogy. Wow what an epic ending to a wonderfully written Historical Fantasy that will have you turning the pages trying to figure out what is going to happen next. This story is packed with mythology, fantasy , action, adventure and more. Evan has been through a lot and now he’s been drugged to forget the god’s . But can he return back home before its to late? I don’t want to give away anything but I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading many more books by this author.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63918024-revenge-never-rests” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Revenge Never Rests (Tallie Brown Suspense Book 2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1670095373l/63918024._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63918024-revenge-never-rests”>Revenge Never Rests</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/407409.Laurie_Lewis”>Laurie Lewis</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5202975779″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
In this second book of the series, Tallie is searching for a missing girl but doing so might bring up secrets from Tallies past. While I believe it is possible to read this book as a standalone, having not read the first book, I did feel like I was missing a few details about Tallie and her past. Missing those few details however did not take away from the overall story of the second book nor did it hurt the relatability of the characters. The author did a tremendous job of building relationships between characters while also giving twists and turns that were unpredictable. Great story, looking forward to reading book and more in the series.
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Secrets Never Die by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tallie Brown has never known a normal life with her mother, Julia, constantly moving them around afraid of someone finding them. After the death of her mother, Tallie’s world is turned upside down. She has two choices discover her hidden past or start a new life on her own. The clues to the truth are sprinkled throughout the book and you can solve the mystery with Tallie. The conclusion of the book is satisfying but you should be prepared to read the conclusion in Revenge Never Rests. Highly recommend reading this series!
Revenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great 5 star read. You get pulled in right from the beginning, we start off where book one ended. Tallie ends up working on an Amber Alert and it leads to her finding out about others that are missing which includes her father. Will she be able to find the missing people? Overall this was a great thrilling read. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was coming next. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing, I look forward to reading more from this series and the author. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Revenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Revenge Never Rests starts right where Secrets Never Die ends. Tallie Brown is trying to figure out herself (and her relationship with Jackson) with the revelation of her birth family from the last book. The story follows her in gaining a better understanding of herself while trying to find out the mystery of who is taking previous military personnel. Once her father is taken she is determined to find out who is behind it. All the clues are there for you to determine who is the mastermind. All questions are answered at the conclusion of this book and the ending is highly satisfying. I highly recommend reading this series!
Revenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Picking up from where book 1 leaves off, Tallie has discovered why she had so many skills geared towards disappearing and staying hidden. She has also discovered a passion for seeking out lost individuals to bring them home. One night, she gets an Amber Alert and is immediately on the hunt. Her quest for the missing girl leads to some painful truths and lessons regarding her family.
This novel focuses on Tallie discovering that her past appears to be linked to a set of disappearances that have remained unsolved, and now someone she just found existed is on that same list.
Loads of twists and turns, yet again from this author. Very well thought out plot, presented in an incredible way. Great characters and heart. Lots of mystery and suspense and some romance.
Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amaleigha is a back with her proven anything is possible attitude. Like the other book there are bright, colourful illustrations to hold children’s interest.
This story follows Amaleigha’s idea for her community. This book was fun and engaging and left the kids wanting more of Amaleigha.
Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Anything is possible – this book reinforces that belief. The illustrations were bright and colourful and the storyline was solid. The kids loved it and we ended up reading it a few times.
I must admit I enjoyed reading it as much as the kids did listening to it!
