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MaddJax Series, Boxed Series Set, Book One & Book Two: A Second Chance Stepbrother/co-CEO Romance by Deborah Ann – Review by Robin Rankin

MaddJax Series, Boxed Series Set, Book One & Book TwoMaddJax Series, Boxed Series Set, Book One & Book Two by Deborah Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

MaddJax Series Boxed Series Set Books One and Two: A Second Chance Stepbrother/co-CEO Romance by Deborah Ann has quite an intriguing title and the story lives up to it.

I totally understand why Maddison feels the way she does about her feelings for Jaxon, he is her stepbrother after all but I don’t like the way she handles a lot I’d the situations and it appeared to me that the person with the biggest problem with it was Maddison.

Jaxon isn’t what you would expect from the first impression. He comes across as an extremely confident man, which he is but he is so much more than that. He has a heart of gold and will do anything for those he loves.

This was an entertaining story, it had me laughing, crying and scratching my head and I really enjoyed it.

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BECKONED, Part 6: Adrift in New Zealand by Aviva Vaughn – Review by Robin Rankin

BECKONED, Part 6: Adrift in New ZealandBECKONED, Part 6: Adrift in New Zealand by Aviva Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beckoned Part 6: Adrift in New Zealand by Aviva Vaughn was the perfect way to end this series. I usually have a hard time letting go and saying bye to characters I have spent so much time with but for some reason this ending didn’t have that effect. I truly believe it was due to the fact that all of the loose ends were tied up so nicely.

Soren went through and grew so much from the time he was in Grad School until the very end. I loved watching him evolve from a emotionally repressed man to what he ended up becoming. His travels to Costa Rica and then to New Zealand were exactly what he needed.

I will always hold a special place in my heart for Soren along with others that have left an impact on me. Looking forward to see what Ms. Vaughn releases next.

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Beachcomber Enemy: A Romantic Thriller (Beachcomber Investigations Book 10) by Stephanie Queen – Review by Robin Rankin

Beachcomber EnemyBeachcomber Enemy by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beachcomber Enemy by Stephanie Queen is the tenth book on the Beachcomber Investigations series and I think this is the best of the books I’ve read.

Dane and Shana have to deal with something from Shana’s past. It started on page one and did not let up the entire book. Lots of suspense and crime solving all the way through.

This book is a cliffhanger and it makes me wonder what will happen next with Dane and Shana along with Beachcomber Investigations.

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Crafting Love (Wine & Furniture Series Book 1) by A.E. Gamrat – Review by Robin Rankin

Crafting Love (Wine & Furniture Series Book 1)Crafting Love by A E Gamrat
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Crafting Love by A E Gamrat is the first book in the Wine & Furniture series. This is a new to me author and I didn’t know what to expect. I throughly enjoyed this book. It was well written and had a great plot. The characters were all great and there was only one I really didn’t like and it was totally justified.

Kelly and Kirk so deserve to be happy. They have both been hurt in the past and have a hard time with trust. There were several parts I liked but I think her birthday party was probably my favorite of all.

I plan on keeping up with this series, I need to know what happens with not only Kelly and Kirk but Grace and Grant.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Robin Rankin

Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson was one I had a hard time putting down. I hated going to work because it cut into my reading time and I couldn’t wait to figure out what happened and I was so wrong on who I thought it was.

I have so many things I want to say about some of the characters, but I’m afraid it will tip things off, but I will say that each one of these characters is amazing and not everyone is what they seem.

I have read a few books by Ms. Burson and while I have enjoyed all of them I think this is my favorite to date. I would love to see more mystery romance novels by her.

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Fictional-ish by Natalina Reis – Review by Robin Rankin

Fictional-ishFictional-ish by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fictional-ish by Natalina Reis is a sweet friends to Lovers romance. Sometimes you don’t know what you have right in front of you until it’s too late and gone.

Livie and Kyle’s story is sweet even with the bumps in the road they have to deal with. They have known each other since they were little and have been inseparable since, that is until Kyle is an idiot.

As much as I loved Kyle and Livie I think I loved Jenny just a little more. She made me laugh or smile several times.

I would love a follow up or to see Jenny end up with her own story. I think that would be a great story to read.

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Fierce Emotions (Marcy Series Book 8) by Linda Burson – Review by Robin Rankin

Fierce EmotionsFierce Emotions by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fierce Emotions by Linda Burson is the eighth book on the Marcy Series. This book most definitely shouldn’t be read as a standalone, it’s an on going series.

Brad and Liam aren’t perfect but they take such good care of Evan and Marcy and though they overreact to a lot they are able to dial it back.

Marcy really has a good life, two husbands that love her and the sweetest toddler and friends. But if you have been keeping up with the series you will know it isn’t always great for her.

This is a book you want to read when you have a time to sit back and soak it in.

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Cold Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Robin Rankin

Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow #2)Cold Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cold Bastard by India Kells is the second book in the Dark Sparrow series. I have manages to read the backwards but they can be read as standalones thankfully, however there are things that make more sense to me from book three.

Archer has moved his business from England to Chicago temporarily while he is trying to sell parts of his business and needs assistance which is how Zoe comes into the picture.

The heat between Archer and Zoe is off the charts and there is one scene I had to give myself a minute. Who knew a conversation could be so hot?

This book and series is a good mix of suspense, romance and comedy. There were some laugh out loud moments from a few different people, one of which I didn’t expect.

I can’t wait for the remaining books to come out in this series. It’s definitely going on my watch list.

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Wild Bastard: A Dark Sparrow Novel by India Kells – Review by Robin Rankin

Wild BastardWild Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wild Bastard by India Kells is the third book in the Dark Sparrow series. I haven’t read the others in the series so there are some things I’m sure would make more sense if I had read them, but this could be read as a standalone.

The third brother to get a book is Kai. He is a strong alpha who was once brought to his knees by a woman but he’s determined not to let that happen again. He is stuck somewhere in the middle of the past and now when he sees her.

Isabel has become a successful owner of a PR firm which has really taken off in the last couple of years. She’s approached by Jamison Finch to help him but is this a good idea or will she be working with the devil.

I really liked the relationship between Kai and his brothers. Even though they weren’t raised together they have a good relationship. Looking forward to going back to read the first two while waiting for the next one to be released.

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Problematic Love (Rogue Series Book 8) by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Robin Rankin

Problematic Love (Rogue Series Book 8)Problematic Love by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Problematic Love by Lara Ward Cosio is the eighth book in the Rogue Series and I hope not the last. I love this group and after eight books I feel like I have a real connection with them even if I’m not married to a rock star.

This is the book about Danny Boy and I’m so glad he got to tell his story to me. Danny Boy has been a drug addict since he was a teenager and quite honestly lucky to be alive and thankfully clean.

He does so much growing up in this book and it makes my heart happy. He deserves all the happiness the world can bestow on him and Amelia helps with that and shows him so much about himself.

As much as the romance between Danny Boy and Amelia is the story, I think this is one that has more than one important storyline. I loved this book and as much as I loved the others in this series I think this is my favorite. Something about Danny Boy that just wrapped around my heart.

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Perfectly Played by Holly Kerr – Review by Robin Rankin

Perfectly PlayedPerfectly Played by Holly Kerr
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Perfectly Played by Holly Kerr had so many things I love to read about.

First, there is a dog Cappie and I’m a firm believer that every book should have a dog and/or a cat. Second, a hot guy with a beard, you can’t go wrong there and as an added bonus he’s a baseball player which is one of my favorite things about summer. Finally you have a sweet story about how fate brought two people together so far from home.

Dean and Flora’s story is just adorable and really not too far fetched which I enjoyed. After they both have their previous relationship end on what should have been their wedding day they literally run into each other and the games began immediately.

I loved Flora and her relationships with M.K., Ruthie and Patrick. Though two were family they were amazing and I fell in love with Patrick.

This story drew me in front the start and I hated having to put it down. I throughly enjoyed this book.

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HEELS OF FORTUNE: PJ Santini Series: Book Two by Lynne Russell – Review by Robin Rankin

Heels Of Fortune (PJ Santini Series Book 2)Heels Of Fortune by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heels of Fortune by Lynne Russell is the second book in the P.J Santini series. This book picks up where the last left off, but P.J. is going to find herself in a completely different mess.

P.J. has an uncanny ability to get herself in the middle of some pretty interesting and dangerous situations even when they aren’t her fault. Which makes for a great and entertaining experience with some laughs thrown in for giggle.

I have specific parts that I really enjoyed but they are part of the storyline and I refuse to give anything away. Though I will say that I laughed out loud during the meeting with Willy and I love P.J.’s family.

Looking forward to reading more by Ms. Russell in the future.

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Tainted Saint (The Hawke Family Book 5) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Robin Rankin

Tainted Saint (Hawke Family #5)Tainted Saint by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tainted Saint by Gwyn McNamee is the fifth book in the Hawke Family series. I can’t believe we are already five books in this series. I love this group of characters and I’m dying to read the next book.

Saint captured my heart in this story for a few reasons. He is strong, protective and has a heart a gold. Also the fact he represented the Who Dat Nation didn’t hurt. ?

Caroline is similar to Dani in personality which is helpful since they’re best friends. She gets a “brilliant” idea which could end up costing her and others everything though her heart was in the right place.

This was much shorter than the others in the series but it was perfect for Saint and Caoline. I’ve said it before and will say it again you must read this book and series.

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Things We Lost (Loving Locksley Book 1) by Shae Banks – Review by Robin Rankin

Things We Lost (Loving Locksley Book 1)Things We Lost by Shae Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Things We Lost by Shae Banks is the first book of the Loving Locksley series. For some reason I didn’t realize this was the beginning of a series and was quite distressed thinking that my questions weren’t being answered but thankfully this is just the beginning of the series and there is more to come.

Nathalie is starting another new chapter in her life in so many ways and she’s clueless to the depth of the changes to come. She has come so far from her past and keeps on going up. She was not ready to run into Jason Locksley even after twelve years.

I’m trying to be patient to find out what’s going to happen next, especially to see if I’m right in my thinking.

This is a cliffhanger and worth the read.

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Run to the Sea (Reigning Hearts Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Robin Rankin

Run to the Sea (Reigning Hearts, #1)Run to the Sea by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Run to the Sea by K.G Fletcher is the first book in the Reigning Hearts series. I have read other books by Ms. Fletcher and enjoyed them all, but this might be my favorite one to date.

Emmeline and Thomas have such a sweet story. They started out as childhood best friends and then Thomas disappeared without a word. They run into one after quite a few years and they are both blind sided by the run in.

Thomas had lost who he was due to being blinded by an ambition to prove himself. This story is so much more than a romance it is also about someone rediscovering who they are and where they really belong with a little help from friends and family.

This is a series I’ll be keeping up with so I can make sure I don’t miss a single book.

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Lies Come True (The Avery Hart Trilogy Book 1) by Emerald O’Brien – Review by Robin Rankin

Lies Come True (Avery Hart Trilogy, #1)Lies Come True by Emerald O’Brien
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lies Come True by Emerald O’Brien is the first book in the Avery Hart Trilogy is reminded me how much I love a crime story. I started reading it in the tub and before I knew it the water was cold and I had already read the first quarter of the book. I hated putting it down long enough to get out and ready for bed.

Avery was attacked when she was only fourteen years old as she was walking home from school. She barely escaped with her life that day.

Fast forward ten years, women are being attacked in a similar area and the description given matches the one Avery gave all those years ago and she decided to reach out to the police department and that is when Noah enters her world.

There are things I want to mention but they could be considered spoilers and the last thing I want to do is ruin this book for anyone. Looking to find time now to read the next book in this series.

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Next Door Knight (Man’s Best Friend Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Robin Rankin

Next Door Knight (Man's Best Friend #2)Next Door Knight by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door Knight by Nicole Flockton is the second book in the Man’s Best Friend Series. I fell in love with Willow from the very beginning and fell deeper in love the further into the book I got. I definitely saw little pieces of my own dogs in Willow. Plus can you go wrong writing a book where the biggest supporting character is a sweet dog? My answer to that is no.

Kerry and Caleb meet in a fairly unique way and their relationship from the beginning was unusual but I really enjoyed it. Kerry’s Dad was great and had some laughs because of him.

I do wish the blast from Kerry’s past had been more a part of the story but I’m not exactly sure how that could have been done.

This was an extremely cute story with a happy ending. If you want something fairly lighthearted with minimal conflict and involves an adorable dog then I think you should give it a try.

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Bedlam (A Twisted Hearts Love Story Book 1) by Autumn Sand – Review by Robin Rankin

Bedlam (A Twisted Hearts Love Story, #1)Bedlam by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bedlam: A Twisted Hearts Love Story by Autumn Sand is the first book in this series though each book is a standalone.

Anaya is unhappy with her life . Her longtime boyfriend is cheating and just doesn’t treat her the way she deserves. She realizes how unhappy and unfulfilled she is when she meets Tony.

Tony’s club needs a makeover and finds the perfect person Anaya. What he doesn’t realize is how fast she will get under his skin.

This book has everything including some possible triggers but the way they were written made me not cringe as much as I could have with that very uncomfortable subject.

I’m very weird when it comes to series, even if they can be read as standalones I still prefer to read them in order so this is actually the second book in this series I have read and so glad I picked this book.

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A Person Could Disappear Here by Terri George – Review by Robin Rankin

A Person Could Disappear HereA Person Could Disappear Here by Terri George
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Person Could Disappear Here by Terri George is thankfully a fictional story but could be a true story. You simply don’t think about the consequences no matter how careful you think you are.

Abby thought she was doing everything right after she met this guy online. She flies over to meet him, meet in public, stay in a hotel, etc Things seem to be going well until they weren’t. Who knew a road trip would take such a turn.

Abby was lucky to have her best friend at home to realize something wasn’t right.

It was a well written eye opening story. I met my husband online almost twenty three years ago and looking back I was an idiot, thankfully he wasn’t a psycho.

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REWIND by Rowan Shaw – Review by Robin Rankin

Rewind (Rewind #1)Rewind by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rewind by Rowan Shaw is a M/M romance and I really enjoyed it. I love that there are authors willing to explore this subgenre in the romance world. It since seems like this an area that is getting more popular but I don’t think there is enough. A good romance can be written no matter the sexual orientation of the main characters and we got that in this book.

This story brought some things to light that I wouldn’t ever think about or encounter as a straight person but it saddens me to know that the situations in this story could and probably have happened to many who only want to love and show the world the love they have their partner and can’t.

I love how Enzo and Florian find one another again and it feels like almost no time has past. Enzo’s friend Patrick needs his own story. I feel like there is a pretty deep story he needs to tell.

Looking forward to the next book.

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Garrett (Dark Water Security book 2) By Madison Quinn – Review by Robin Rankin

Garrett (Dark Water Security #2)Garrett by Madison Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Garrett by Madison Quinn is the second book in the Dark Water Security series. I loved Garrett, he was just an amazing guy and after meeting his parents I could see why.

Hope’s life changed two and a half years ago, she went from the best night to the worse in a blink of an eye. She has struggled to start living again after that night but thanks to her best friend she is able to start moving forward.

Garrett is fairly new with Dark Water Security and is surprised when he walks into his new job. He never expected this small twist of fate when he got ready for work that day.

They both have wounds from their past they keep haunting them, especially at night though Hope’s seem to effect her more. It almost seems like anyone associated with Dark Water Security has some stuff in their past that seems to cause some problems for them every now and again.

I really enjoyed this book a lot, there was just something about them. I do have some questions about Garrett and his past. Nothing huge or really pertaining to the story, just curiosity on my part.

Looking forward to the next book.

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Don’t Let Me (Simplicit Duet Book 1) by Marie Skye – Review by Robin Rankin

Don't Let Me (The Simplicit Duet #1)Don’t Let Me by Marie Skye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Don’t Let Me by Marie Skyeis the first book in the Simplicit Duet. This book will have you hot and bothered one minute and the next minute you’re sitting there thinking to yourself, what did I just read.

Damien and Jaxon couldn’t be any more alpha and dominant if they tried and Olivia is powerless when it comes to these two men.

This story has several layers of interesting plot twists. The end will leave you speechless and wondering.

I have read almost everything Ms. Skye has written and even had the pleasure of meeting her once at a book signing. Her books grip you from the very beginning and refuse to let you go. Cannot recommend enough.

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Hell On Heels (PJ Santini Series Book One) by Lynne Russell – Review by Robin Rankin

Hell On Heels (PJ Santini Series Book 1)Hell On Heels by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hell on Heels by Lynne Russell is the first book in the PJ Santini series. I wasn’t sure what to think about PJ at first but as I got further into the book I liked her even when she was doing something stupid even if it was to help solve the case.

The case she worked was quite intriguing, I’m usually pretty good at figuring these things out pretty early, but that wasn’t the case this time around which impressed me since it doesn’t happen often.

There are so many things outside of the main story that I liked. PJ’s family and her best friend Vicky had me chuckling every time. The men in her life, only thing I can say about Daly and Renza is how can I find two hot men like the. to be in my life?

This is my introduction to this author and I’m looking forward to reading more by Ms. Russell especially the next book in this series. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.

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Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster Book 2) by Kelly Mooney – Review by Robin Rankin

Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2)Me and Cinderella by Kelly Mooney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Me and Cinderella by Kelly Mooney is the second book in the Dirty Rooster series. As much as I loved the first book I think I loved this one more.

Eli and his family grabbed my heart from the very beginning and didn’t let go, especially his baby brother Brandon. I really hope we get to read about Shea and Brandon to see what happens in their future.

Remmington is not the spoiled rich girl you would expect. She loves with her whole heart but only those who deserve it and not many people deserve her level of love and loyalty.

I really loved this book. It had a little of everything laughter, tears, suspense and of course happiness. Cannot wait to read more by this author.

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Rafferty (Default Distraction #2) by A.S. Roberts – Review by Robin Rankin

Rafferty (Default Distraction #2)Rafferty by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rafferty by A.S. Robert’s is the second book in the Default Distraction series. It took me a minute to remember all of the characters from the last book since it had been a while, but once I did it was like I was with a group of friends.

Rafferty and Lauren had an amazingly deep love at a very young age and knew they were it for each other. Things happen and several years later they reconnected. So much of both of their lives are different but one thing that hasn’t changed is the way they feel about one another no matter how much in denial one can be.

I loved Brody’s story which runs concurrently with this story but there was something intense with Raff and Lauren.

This could be read as a standalone but I would recommend reading the first book before getting to this one. I don’t think you will be disappointed.

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Pandora’s Price (Hart & Cole Book 3) by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné – Review by Robin Rankin

Pandora's Price (Hart & Cole Book 3)Pandora’s Price by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Pandora’s Price by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné is the third book of the Hart & Cole series and the second part of Luisa and Darren’s story.

There were times while reading that I got dizzy with everything happening with everyone.

Darren isn’t a bad guy, he can be a controlling jerk at times but I don’t think he ever sets out to hurt anyone, especially his wife and children. But just because he doesn’t intend for it to happen it doesn’t mean that it won’t happen.

Luisa should have expressed her feelings on Nicole and everything else she kept buried a lot sooner than she did. That negative/hurt just kept feeding on itself and kept her from having a good, productive conversation and relationship with her husband.

I’m looking forward to the next book in the series and hope that one day Lee will get to tell his story. There is something deep within him that needs to come out.

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers #5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Robin Rankin

Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 5)Turning the Tide by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Turning the Tide by Phoebe Alexander is the fifth book in the Eastern Shore Swingers series. I love that Connie got her own story after meeting her her earlier in the series.

There were some hot moments between Luke and Connie, but what kept me glued to the book was everything going on in Luke’s life, both personal and business. Not sure why that grabbed me the way it did but I’m not going to complain.

Luke is a sweet man who has had life give him one too many bad hands, but his luck seems to improve when he meets Connie. But does it really?

Connie has to learn to trust again after her ex-husband destroyed every bit of what she had.

This is a great story about two mature adults getting a chance to get the love story right. It could be read as a standalone but I would recommend you start at the beginning of the series. You won’t be disappointed.

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Taming the Troublemaker (The Hills of Texas Book 3) by Kadie Scott – Review by Robin Rankin

Taming the Troublemaker (Hills of Texas, #3)Taming the Troublemaker by Kadie Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Taming the Troublemaker by Kadie Scott is the third book in the Hills of Texas series. I loved everything about Autry and Beth’s story. From the way they reconnected (it is small town Texas and everyone has known everyone since birth) to the way it ended.

Autry is the bad boy of the Hill family. Being the second youngest in the large family he has to do something to get some attention and sometimes negative attention is better than nothing.

Beth is the middle sister who has always felt average in every way. She has always secretly had a crush on Autry but never did anything about it consciously.

There are a lot of laughs and a few emotional moments, I swear I didn’t cry this time. My eyes just started to sweat spontaneously.

I can’t wait to see which Hill sibling is next

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Knights Who Won My Heart (Knights Series Book 4) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Robin Rankin

Knights Who Won My Heart (Knights, #4)Knights Who Won My Heart by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Knights Who Won My Heart by Sonya Jesus is the fourth and final book in the Knights series. I was on the edge of my seat from about half way through until the very end. Cannot say enough good things about this book and series.

Holy cow a lot happens in this final installment with Lia and everyone else. Lots of twists and turns all the way through and the end will left me speechless and trying to just wrap my mind around it all.

This is not a book that can be read as a standalone, you have to read the first three and I don’t think you will regret that decision. I know I don’t. Ms. Jesus was a new to me author when I found this series but I know for certain I will be keeping an eye out for other books and series by her.

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Vantage Point (A Gray Ghost Novel Book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Robin Rankin

Vantage Point (Gray Ghost #4)Vantage Point by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vantage Point by Amy McKinley is the fourth book in the Gray Ghost series. Like the others in this series I had a hard time putting it down.

I have a thing for the strong alphas and Hawk definitely fits that description. He has a strong protective instinct especially when it comes to Stella. It was so strong it kicked in before he knew her name and the trouble she has coming her way.

I think my favorite thing about this series is the relationship the men have with one another. There is always such a spotlight on women and their friendships but not too often do you get a glimpse of how deep that runs with men too.

I love this series and looking forward to the next one.

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