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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Malayeka is the third book in the wonderful The Heartstrings Series. I loved the first two books in this romantic comedy series. With different Cupids throughout the world, you would think that things go smoothly. Wrong! Unfortunately, not everything goes right even though they have the best intensions and an overly positive outlook on all things. This clean romantic tale is Malayeka’s story.

It’s easy to get lost in the story and you can’t help but fall in love with this quirky cupid. Laughing out loud as she tries to right her wrongs and waring families wielding shotguns.

Mala caused a major disaster two centuries ago with life lasting effects. Now she must try to set it right and this is where the adventure begins.

Can Mala finally fix and put to rest her error and find her redemption?

Make sure you grab a copy and settle in for an entertaining afternoon read.

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Malayeka (A Heartstrings Book) by Brooke May- Reviewed Stephanie Dulac

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Malayeka is book three in the Heartstrings series. Although i have not read the other two books in this series i was still able to follow along and read. This is a wonderful Rom Com book. I honestly love the way this Author writes it keeps you sucked into the story and i found myself laughing out loud to some parts of this book. The Charaters in this story were fun to follow and relatable. I would highly recommend this read and hope you love Mala, Billie and Leo as much as i did. I look forward to reading more books by this Author and Thank you for the Heartstrings series i really enjoyed it.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Emily H

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Carina is reflecting on recent events that brought both grief and illness all around her. COVID is an unforgivable virus that showed no mercy to some of the people in her life. Christmas is around the corner and needing a break she takes up an offer from a man in her grief group. Life has a way of finding small blessings in the most unlikely places.

I thought this story nailed the variety of emotions you can have with Covid, trying to find a new normal, suffering loss. At times it was hard to read as it brought up feelings I have had certainly during the pandemic, but I looked at this as a reflection of the past that I was able to move away from. If your looking for a book that is about reflection and moving on this is one to pick up.

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Devlin by Angela K. Parker – Review by Allison Davis

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DevlinDevlin by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Hot and steamy enemies to lovers office romance! Devlin and Eve both have their career in their #1 spot on their priority lists, that is until they start having a difficult time keeping their distance from each other. They have plenty of struggles throughout, working together, trouble communicating…plenty of twists and turns! If you’re looking for a quick, steamy office romance this is the book for you. I am looking forward to what else this author writes!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Allison Davis

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was so excited when I saw that we were getting another book in the Mafia Elite Series. Defiant Princess is a prequel to the series but can be read as a standalone. Amy McKinley brought back all the characters we know and love! She tells the story of the daughters of the five families their senior year of college. They have been enjoying the freedom of being away from home but all know once their senior year is over it back home to be married of or controlled by their families. A wonderfully story of where it all begins full of twists and turns along the way!

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

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And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a great, sad, realistic tale of a mother’s grief, after the shocking death of her only daughter. As Catherine navigates the world without Susie, she reminisces and vigorously keeps her daughter memory alive! Buttt did Susie fall? Was she pushed? Great read!

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Dream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2022

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Dream-ShifterDream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a middle grades chapter book. I enjoyed it!
Gwendolyn, the main character is a dreamshifter. While in her journalism, she is assigned to interview a funeral director. After she meets Marjorie a fire erupts in her home and Gwendolyn finds herself waking up as an elk. Now Gwendolyn is having to live life with her family as an elk. She has to learn to adapt to her new form (those growing antlers!) and finds that everyone accepts her as an elk.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2022

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a timely book, as I am watching the snow fall outside and am ready to put up my Christmas decorations! Reading A Crossbow Christmas reminded me of a Hallmark movie. All the feels with all the characters. Having just come off of having Covid, Carina is ready to celebrate the holidays with all the people she loves. But after having lost her parents and sisters all within a few years, she is also ready for a vacation. Max offers up his cabin to her. She met Max in a grief support group, so they share much in common. This holiday story is a story of emotion, connection and learning to care for ourselves and others.

 

I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Diane Sennett

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Love you Today is the second book in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, and again – I. Loved. It! Julie Navickas has written this book as beautifully as the first.
Austin is trying to move on without Mavis and works to fulfill his dream to be partner in the law firm, he’s been working for. Casey has lost her roommate and best friend, now that Mavis is engaged to Josh. Austin and Casey begin a friendship, that is witty and flirty. When the opportunity for Austin to get the law firm established in Chicago, Casey has a room for him to stay.
Will their budding friendship blossom into more? They have plenty of ups and downs and I was right there with them! This book kept me guessing until the end, and I can’t wait for the next in the trilogy!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2022

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To be honest, I was drawn to this little story by the cover of the book. I have a heart for gnomes. Bob moves to a new town and gets his first job – writing stories for the local newspaper. What he doesn’t expect is that his first story (a bigfoot sighting) was not what his boss really wanted. Bob finds himself out of work. But what happens next is about to change his world! A guy at the diner asks Bob if he will track down the culprit who has stolen a gnome. Once he starts being a detective, he finds out more about this charming little town then was evident. This was a very quick, fun read.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2022

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Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There were many poems in this book that spoke to me. Awakening – “We woke up this morning. We have much to be grateful for.” and Hold On – ” “Keep holding on.” This is a short book of poetry and while poetry isn’t on my list of things to read in general – I’m glad I picked this one up. I like Ms. Lawson’s style of writing, her topics and her ability to make the words in the poems connect with the reader.

Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Hot for Teacher - Shakespeare Made Us Fall in LoveHot for Teacher – Shakespeare Made Us Fall in Love by Felicia Carparelli
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a teacher/student romance that’s a bit different from others that I’ve read. Juliet is a 55 year old teacher, and Jim (Jimmy, James – it changes so often) is her 43 year old ex-marine, literature student.
I have mixed feelings about this book. I loved that the author wrote about an older couple in my age bracket rather than the usual 20 and 30 somethings we usually get. What I didn’t like is the way that Jim is portrayed as being very unintelligent. This didn’t sit well with me. Also, for someone who is so uneducated, he certainly seems to be able to quote Shakespeare at the drop of a hat after only 1 lesson. It just seemed rather unrealistic.
As much as I liked the 2 main characters, I found their relationship quite unbelievable too. I struggled with how Jim was professing undying love so quickly after meeting Juliet. Maybe I’m just a cynical old woman but it just felt rather unbelievable.
It’s not all doom and gloom. I did like the characters and there’s some good humour and banter between them which I enjoyed reading.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Michaela Massie

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Losing family is never easy, and our poor Carina has had an absolute whirlwind this past year. While having to learn how to deal with her grief, Carina plans a big Christmas; It’s too bad that nobody else in her family is able to make it.
This is a beautiful book set after the Pandemic, where Covid has taken Carina’s life and turned it upside-down. Carina lost both her parents and her sister, while almost losing herself in the span of a year. This is the story of Carina working through her grief and learning to live in a life after loss and the Pandemic.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a heartwarming and engaging read with a festive feel to it, which had me gripped from start to finish. The storyline is an emotional and relatable one, set following the pandemic, and Carina having survived Covid is looking forward to a big family Christmas. Sadly as well as spending a month in the hospital herself, with Covid, she also lost people to the disease. A bereaved and recovering Carina just wants all her family together at Christmas, but no one seems to care, her grown up children are scattered around the country and her husband is working out of town. Seeking some support she turns to a grief group, and a young man offers her his family cabin in the mountains of Colorado for the festive period.
Not being very adventurous Carina is nervous of doing this on her own, she’s not used to doing something so extravagant for herself as she’s usually everyone else’s caregiver. However, with the thought of a guaranteed white Christmas, Carina writes about it in her journal, as a way of trying to convince herself that she can do it alone. I loved Carina and she was so likeable and relatable that I really felt for her, and her post Covid wish for a family Christmas. Being set post pandemic made the storyline very relatable for everyone. An emotional read but with real Christmas spirit, and I definitely recommend reading it.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Karen Pearman

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With the holiday season coming up, this was a wonderful story to get me into the festive spirit. This was another new author for me so I was not sure what to expect, but this would make a wonderful TV movie. I could feel some existing feelings as this was written about the holiday season coming out of the pandemic and I remember last year getting to spend the holidays with my family. While it was fun and entertaining there was also the family drama to go along with it. This story pulled at my heartstrings in so many ways. From feeling lonely, sad, and pensive she decides to write down her thoughts and feelings to help her through the grieving and changes of how her world has changed while she was not around them. I will say that the cabin she was writing in would be a dream come true. I would love to have the opportunity to spend the holidays there. Great read. I highly recommend it.

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by tori mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61620363-the-perfect-mrs-claus” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Perfect Mrs. Claus” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1658266244l/61620363._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61620363-the-perfect-mrs-claus”>The Perfect Mrs. Claus</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22569619.Barbara_Matteson”>Barbara Matteson</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5110442838″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Matthew and Summer had dated on and off all through out college. They split ways to be married to their jobs. Matthew ends up on Summer’s side of the country for work, well he ends up at Summer’s hotel and they re connect. After dating for a while Matthew and Summer get married. Everything in their marriage was perfect, some years later they end up having a daughter Athena. Matthew and Summer are still working like crazy and one night Matthew comes home from work and Summer asks for a divorce. Matthew doesn’t want to fight with Summer about anything because she loves to fight. Summer ends up taking Athena to Europe. Athena is in a prestigious riding school, Summer is managing a fancy hotel. Matthew is still in the states working at the Howardson’s. A family owned business that’s been passed down. Matthew sees the “perfect” woman he wants to play Mrs Claus for the store so he asks her to coffee for the job proposal. Savannah accepts Matthew’s job offer to play Mrs Claus for the store. They transform the store from Halloween decor to The Enchanted Land of Claus.<br />Matthew and Savannah grow closer playing the part of Mr and Mrs Claus for the enchanted land. Savannah had been saving up for her big trip to the blue spruce inn. During this time savannah meets a sweet little girl name Sylvene, and her mom Jolene. Sylvene wants nothing but for her mom to be happy. So Mrs Claus not only pulls 1 Christmas wish but 2! Savannah cooks up a full thanksgiving meal and delivers it to Sylvene and her mom for thanksgiving. Sylvene writes a Christmas wish letter for Santa, her only wish is for her mother to be happy, that’s it. Savannah calls the inn, gets everything switched over to Jolene’s name so her and Sylvene can enjoy a little Christmas break.<br />From love, to family loss, to finding true love again and conquering it all. This book was so good. Had me in tears in a few parts. Definitely a must read
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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Kerry Carr

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Rainbow's Red Poetry BookRainbow’s Red Poetry Book by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this collection of poetry. There is something to accompany you no matter what your mood. The author has a way of writing that leaves you feeling understood and loved. It’s like getting a big hug when you need it or someone to dance the night away with you.

This book is full of poetry ranging from love to anger but I felt connected to each poem that I read.
I don’t normally spend time reading poetry but I really enjoy this authors work and the clever way the author was able to draw me in. I will definately be looking for more to read from this author

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie- review by Stephanie Driskill

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Quinnlann Trinity, a vampire who was unjustly killed is brought back to life and given a second chance at life from the gods. Every ten years, a being is chosen to undergo this chance for a new life however, Quinnlan must find a mate in three days, and it doesn’t help that he has been dropped off in the middle of nowhere. Dumped in an abandoned motel far from anything remotely resembling civilization, how the heck is he to find a mate? Quinnlan only has two days left when he finds a guy bleeding because of a pack of wolf shifters, another paranormal set of beings. Does Quinnlan save him by giving him his blood and choosing him as a mate or does he leave him to die? By giving him the blood also means that Quinnlan has chosen him as a mate, but will he be accepted by this man or rejected? You must read the book to find out! It’s a great short story that was easy to read as the story progressed rapidly and naturally. The characters are relatable and easy to empathize with. Pick it up and go for a spin with the sexy Quinnlan and his mate!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Carr

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I have loved this series from the beginning. In this book we meet the Mafia Princesses. Each one is very strong and determined young women. Each of them want to live their own lives the way the way they want to.

These girls live in a world of danger and while they want to enjoy their last taste of freedom danger and the Mafia life is always there. I really feel for these girls, forced into a life they don’t want, forced to marry against their will and not being able to be with the one they loved makes for a very turbulent life. However for one of the girls it will turn into murder.

The story is fast paced and gripping. It’s a quick read but the author fills so much into the story.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the book is the starting of the Mafia Elite Series and everything I didn’t know I was missing. It is a book that you won’t be able to put down. It shows the longing of wanting what the main females in the series can not have. It shows the softer side of all of them before everything happens. The innocent and not so innocent lives that they lead with hopes of something better than what has always been done.
This books gives, so many aspects that I didn’t know I needed that make the whole series come together. Without giving away important details just know that when you read this book if you haven’t read the whole series yet, this is the best one to start with because you will have so much more knowledge to move forward in the series. If you have already read the series you will love being able to connect even more to the characters in this series. It will give you so much more background and really let you feel what they are feeling.
This book had me hooked from the beginning and left me wanting even more. I feel greedy wanting more but this series is one of the best I have read in a long time. You will not be disappointed and will love the story lines of each female character. It is a squick read and a major page turner. You will definitely fall in love with the characters in this book if you aren’t already in love with them.
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I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Michelle Troyer

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Austin fell in love with Mavis after having feelings for Casey, who he couldn’t be with due to his twin brother Josh. Josh and Casey were high school sweethearts before Casey left mysteriously after high school due to a secret she had. Casey knew if she confessed her secret that Josh wouldn’t go to college and she wanted him to go without feeling guilty. Austin runs into Casey years later and is able to bring everyone back together again, knowing that he has a secret as well. Mavis is Casey’s roommate and gets tangled up the the homecoming of everyone. I would highly recommend this book and the trilogy. It kept my attention through the whole book.

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Ashley Sugar

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Matthew is a divorced dad and savanna is a widow. The book is extremely cute and it’s getting me in the holiday spirit! So what a perfect time to read this book! First book I’ve read by this author and I really enjoyed it. They’ve both have gone through some hard times in life and savanna finally wants to start living! And she has such a good sense of humor! I love it! And Matthew is just as amazing! Great characters, great plot, great writing! Loved reading their journey! I will be checking out more books by Barbara!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bethany Rucker

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Defiant Princess is a Prequel to the Mafia Elite Series. I have had the privilege of reading each of these books in this series, and I love them all. This book is a great short read, if you want to get to know the Mafia Princesses before reading the Mafia Elite Series start here. My biggest take away from this is that I wish we could have gotten to know more about “Marissa” in this book. The other girls each have a book dedicated to them, and while I know Marissa’s story ends differently, I wished we could have gotten into her “head” just a little bit more. Either way that is just a personal opinion, the books are fantastic and for that I will give this book and the entire series all 5 stars each!

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Erin Vosters

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by C.B. Laurence
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this book! It is so well written and the story is so wonderful! It pulled me in and there I stayed!

.Francie grew up on the bayou and that’s what she knows best, although she is being transitioned into a whole other world within no amount of time. Rose is a small town girl with big town dreams and you will also follow her as she transitions into a woman. Both women end up at the Mansfield.

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The Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson – Review by Kay Stritesky

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The Perfect Mrs. ClausThe Perfect Mrs. Claus by Barbara Matteson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful read for this time of year! Honestly I will probably reread it through out the year to keep the spirit! The characters are wonderful and the story is so well told that readers cannot put the book down! Lessons can also be learned on how to treat each other.

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Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Hot for Teacher - Shakespeare Made Us Fall in LoveHot for Teacher – Shakespeare Made Us Fall in Love by Felicia Carparelli
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very fun, easy read. That characters were relatable and you could feel their chemistry coming off the pages. I’ve never understood the “Teacher/Student” romance pull but despite the title of this book you could tell there was more meat to the story than just that! I would definitely look into more books by this author!

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another fun romp in the cupid assistant series. Malayeka is sent to deal with Billie and Leo. They have a heartstring but live in a town with a scenario that’s a cross between Romeo and Juliet & The Hatfield and The McCoys. What a web weave, they think they can be just friends, but…. She has her hands full with this assignment. I love the author’s writing. Fun and contemporary, lots of humor. I almost felt like we would see rednecks coming out of the woods. I loved the people of the story. Billie and Leo were two perfect people to watch as their relationship developed. Following Mala as she put it all together and tied it in, was a treat. I loved the story and am now a huge fan of this series.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amy has written another banger! While I have already read the mafia elite series and loved every single book in it, it was nice to be taken back to the beginning! This book really can be read before or after reading mafia elite, but I enjoyed reading it after to fill in little gaps you think there are in the mafia elite series. You cannot go wrong with any book by Amy.

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Aiko (Heartstrings Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Shelly Kittell

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AikoAiko by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aiko is one of six cupid assistants. She is sent to help Alejandro find his true love. Will it be Everest or Celestina? This fantasy romance is a fun little romp through paranormal land. The writing is quite entertaining, as are Aiko’s hijinks. She’s just coming off a 50 year time-out. She just wants to do things right. The characters are timeless. Dogs jumping, “cupid sisters” insisting on checking on her, I don’t know how she gets her job done. Al just wants her gone. The plot stays smooth threw out, even with a twist here and there. A fantastic quick read that any romance lover would enjoy. I recommend.

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paranormals who were killed unjustly may very well get another chance at life… if they are chosen by the gods. Once every ten years this happens and this time it’s Quinns turn. Except there us a catch, you must find, choose a mate within 72 hours or you go back to purgatory… if they don’t reciprocate your choice you also go back to purgatory…forever.

Quinn wakes stark naked in the middle of nowhere in an abandoned motel with 3 days worth of clothes (no undies! Thanks gods!) A small pile of cash and 3 days to figure it all out. As a Vampire he doesn’t much tolerate the sun and he’s not allowed to manipulate his chosen.
I don’t want to ruin surprises but this story line is original, creative, fun, full of secrets and unraveling Mysteries and snarky attitude.
I highly reccomend this book a quick read that will keep you entertained to the last page!

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