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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Kerry Baker

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great YA romance story, told from the perspective of a brilliant female main character. Holland was easily the best character in this book. Her whole world seems to be flipped when she moves and find herself involved in a “love triangle”. I loved watching her character develop and how she interacted with the other characters.
This author really knows how to write to her audience. Every book I had read by her is perfectly suited for those intended to read the books. I always find myself engaging with the stories, and this one is no different. This is a great book from start to finish and I would recommend it for any fan of the genre.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Megan Rea

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a small-town, cowboy romance complete with secrets, deceit, and bison then this is the book for you! I really enjoyed Abby and Joe as individual characters but when they got together…WHEW! You could cut that tension with a knife! This is definitely a slow-burn, clean romance with a lot of lovable side characters. This is the 3rd installment in the Match Made in Montana series but you can read it as a standalone (I did). I can’t wait to go back and read the other two and catch up on the characters I missed. I love Campbell’s writing style and the way she develops her characters and plot line. She’s quickly becoming a favorite author!
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Sherri Hoyle

Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was SO good! It keep my me interested and I could hardly put it down. The story line was fantastic. The characters were written wonderfully. I would highly recommend this book!

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Barbara Bohls

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series and can be read as a stand alone or in any order in the series as each book follows a different couple. This is a slow burn romance that builds throughout the book. This book had me going through so many emotions while reading it. There is this tension in the book that you can feel while reading it. There is the push and pull in the beginning because both of the characters really didn’t like each other. So there is the simmer or romance building right from the start. The characters grow on you as you read the story. I wasn’t sure I was going to like either one of them right at the start but boy am I glad that I kept reading because I sure did really end up liking the strong personality of Abby. Joe took a little time to grow on me as a great character but by the end of the book, I felt like I could be his friend. Some secrets come out in the book and that is the catapult of the story line. I feel that the book is a quick read and could be read in one day. I like that it was a quick read because the story line continued to flow easily. There didn’t seem to be a lot of extra fluff and it didn’t feel like it dragged on. This book was a really good read and I highly recommend it.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love ~ A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages Series) by TL Clark – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages; stand-alone historical books by TL Clark)Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette by T.L. Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a huge fan of Jane Austen and the Pride and Prejudice story. This novelette did not disappoint me at all. It was fun to travel back to Pemberley and revisit the beloved characters. I always liked Georgiana’s character and wanted more of her story. It is fun to follow the shy, hesitant girl as she asks her brother’s help to find a suitable husband after her less than satisfactory experience with Mr. Wickham. It is a very quick read (56 pages) and is a nice, cozy break from reality. I recommend this book and this author!

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Charlene Pryke

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a Mum to teenagers including twins I really loved this book that contains two sets of twins and their antics and consistent competition with each other.

Holland meets Asher on her first day at school and subsequently meets his twin Chandelier the next day…. Which twin should she go out with ? Ultimately she figures it out but I won’t spoil it you need to pick up a copy and find out.

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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love ~ A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages Series) by TL Clark – Review by Brittany Nelson

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages; stand-alone historical books by TL Clark)Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This novella was well written and a fun quick read. TL Clark’s mastery of the dialogue and demeanor of the time period makes this novella come alive. I felt like I was in the room with Miss Georgiana and her family when welcomed guests to their home. Will Miss Georgiana be able to live a peaceful and happy life? I want to read more to know. Highly recommend!

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Crystal Jimmo

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an amazing read. For it being a short story and only being 57 pages long, I wasn’t expecting much. I was proven wrong! Naomi put so much in these short pages, it felt like I was reading a fairly large novel! It was well paced and I quickly found myself immersed in the story. The one thing that I loved about this story was that the main animal focus was a vulture, not your typical wolf shifter story. This story also didn’t have your typical “aplha hear me roar” type trope. Vultures aren’t supposed to have mates in this world. It’s actually forbidden because of them guiding those who have been touched by death. I’m not too into m/m stories, but this was beautifully well done m/m romance! I will for sure be passing this along to my LGBTQ friends!

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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love ~ A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages Series) by TL Clark – Review by Christina Sanders

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages; stand-alone historical books by TL Clark)Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very good and quick read. The story is of Georgiana and meeting possible suitors and it is a look into thoughts one could have if ever in a similar situation of that era.

So interesting to read about the adventures these characters have as they get to all know one another and try to find a love match in the process.

The wording of the story and how people respond to one another are telling of the era and I found this to be a very lovely story. I enjoyed the Optional Epilogue at the end as well… very steamy and well written.

Reviewed by @christinasandersmua
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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Jules Herbert

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cori Cooper did it again! She brought us a wonderful YA Romance filled with likeable, relatable characters that just jumped off the page at you. You really feel like you are there while reading it.
I really enjoyed reading about Holland and her journey as she moves to a new town and slowly adjusts to all the new things around her.

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Amber Howard

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I don’t remember high school being so complicated but it’s probably because I blocked most of high school out 😂. I really liked the Runway Career event. I think schools should definitely offer something similar.

I love Holland. I think her parents did an amazing job with her. She was a great character. I think the author did an amazing job capturing high school and all of the different groups and personalities. Definitely a 5/5 ⭐️. The artwork on the cover is cute and as a reader I loved all the references to books.

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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love ~ A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages Series) by TL Clark – Review by Carrie Reed

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages; stand-alone historical books by TL Clark)Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette by T.L. Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun continuation of one of the greatest books of all time. I always wished there was more to the Bennett family, to see how Lizzy’s other sisters faired as well as Georgiana. This book is a nice dream, I would also like to think the Darcys and Bingleys had many children together and were so happy. It was nice to see Georgiana interested in someone especially after her dealings with Mr. Wickham. The steamy scene at the end was a nice treat.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Rita White

It’s such a great, fast-paced, fantastic short read. This book is short but reads like a full novel. So much is going on with nothing missing. You have pixies, hunters, shifters, witches, and laments. You have mystery, killings, betrayal, magic, and crime.
I loved Belladonna and Rene. I can’t wait to see how this plays out and learn more about the other main characters. Another win!

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jessica Stone

Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jessica Stone

So first off this is the first book that I’ve read from this author. It is a shorter story I believe less than 100 pages, so it is a quick read. Honestly I could’ve easily read 280 more pages so I’m really looking forward to the next books and the series.

I’m pretty impressed with the amount of detail the author was able to squeeze into such a short story you got to know the characters pretty well and she portrayed their emotions (which were pretty high) really well. I really enjoyed the mmc, Rene he had some interesting character development. Right off the bat he’s drowning in his grief so his turn around and “redemption” in this book is very satisfying.
I could use ALOT more back story on Belladonna though or fmc, she is a half pixie half necromancer, and while you do get to know her and her end goals, I would love to find out what her history is.

I feel like this book was a pretty bigger teaser, it was well written, giving enough information about the world and characters to move the story along smoothly but holding back just enough to keep the reader wanting more. I’m ready for a full length novel with more from these characters and the supernaturals in this world, so here’s to hoping this author delivers. Even without getting another longer book I would recommend this quick and fun read for any one in a rut or in need of a pallet cleanser. It’ll get the job done and then some!

Corpse Pixie, Sinister Styx, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Dark, Paranormal, Romance, Jessica Stone, September 2024

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Abby has a secret the whole town is about to find out about. Her ancestor just happens to be the villain in all the stories of the town’s founding. Joe has spent the last several years delving into the history of Herd and feels like he has a good handle on what happened all those years ago, but he is missing something. He does not like Abby from the moment he meets her. There is a vibe that she is not being completely honest about who she is. When Joe is proven right in that Abby was in fact hiding who she truly was, is it too late to get her side of the story? Has his animosity toward her pushed her too far? Will she stick it out in Herd and prove that she is more than her ancestor’s mistakes?

I enjoyed this story. The characters in Herd depict small town living at its best and worst. Everyone knows everyone else’s business and they are loyal to a fault. However, betray that trust and instantly a person can be shut out. I found Abby learning the hard way, because she never stuck around long enough anywhere to have to fight for her right to stay, to be inspiring. I appreciated the way that Joe found his victory to be hollow and needed to reevaluate himself to find that he was at fault and also culpable in how the town responded. Of course, it would have been nice if he had realized it sooner, but then there wouldn’t be this fun book to read! I will miss reading about Herd, Montana and secretly hope that there are more books!!

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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love ~ A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages Series) by TL Clark – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette (Love Through The Ages; stand-alone historical books by TL Clark)Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love: A Pride And Prejudice Variation Novelette by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest for Love is a novelette that takes place following the events of Pride and Prejudice. I would say it will be more enjoyable and easier to follow for readers who have read or watched Pride and Prejudice and are already familiar with the characters and their backstories. It’s a charming romance that follows Georgiana’s and her family’s attempts to find her an appropriate suitor.

This is an enjoyable read for fans of Pride and Prejudice who want to imagine what the future could hold for Georgiana. We catch up with many familiar characters and meet new ones as the Darcys host a party to connect with local families.

For me, this is a four star read. It’s a fun, short book that I could see readers adding on to the end of their Pride and Prejudice reread/rewatch.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Megan Pesek

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unmasking a Cowgirl is book 3 in the Match Made in Montana series, but is easily read as a standalone.
Joe and Abby have fought off matchmaking attempts a quite some time as the only person in Herd that Joe doesn’t like is Abby. As secrets are revealed, Joe must decide if he wants to cause further hurt or be helpful.
A slow burn romance, with a country vibe is the treat you’re in for with this book.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series Book #3) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Angela Hayes

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

Unmasking a Cowgirl is the third book in the Match Made in Montana series by Rachelle Paige Campbell. It is a sweet, clean, cozy, slow-burn, contemporary romance with a small-town ‘western’ element, enemies to lovers, secret identity, angsty drama, emotion, intrigue, and tension.
Abby Whit and Joe Staunch make their dislike of one another pretty clear right from the get-go. There is no love lost between the two, and I really didn’t like Joe much at all to begin with. But thankfully, he did win me over in the end. Abby is no meek little wall flower, so Joe had his work cut out for him. But they eventually find a common ground, and feelings begin to ‘brew’. But what has Abby been hiding? And what happens when secrets are revealed? Add some tension, emotion, and intrigue- and this small-town romance just got a whole lot more interesting.
Even though this is the third instalment in the series, it could be read as a standalone if you wanted, as each instalment focuses on its own couple.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Rachelle Paige Campbell!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Angela Hayes

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper is a YA story with plenty of teen angst & drama, friendship, family, crushes/clean romance/love triangle-ish, fun, humour, quirky characters, banter, and sweet details.
As I have mentioned many times before, Ms. Cooper is a talented storyteller who has the ability to create wonderfully quirky, relatable characters and interesting plots that usually have some ‘hidden’ layers/messages to them, which never fail to draw me into her ‘worlds’.
As expected, this is a sweet story that mixes teen issues with some fun and a little emotion.
Another enjoyable read from her. Looking forward to more from Ms. Cooper!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Cori Cooper!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Shannen Kern

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had previously read one book by this author and loved it so much that I eagerly picked up another. The cover is absolutely charming, and the story is just as delightful. The author held my attention from the very first page to the very last. This clean YA romance features wonderfully developed characters, with Holland standing out as an inspiring female teenage lead. The secondary characters are equally impressive. I also found myself giggling loudly in more than a few places, which is such a pleasant surprise! The narrative flows beautifully, unfolding at a natural pace. If you are searching for a clean YA romance then don’t miss this one. I can’t wait to read more books by this author as their writing style is addictive!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Julie Johnson

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love this series! It’s a great clean romance with a bit of a slow burn. There’s also the feature of enemies to friends to a relationship. I love getting to reconnect with characters from the previous books too! I don’t want to give anything away so just trust me when I say you need to read this one!

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.75 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Unmasking A Cowgirl is Book 3 in the Match Made in Montana series….this is a enemies to lovers, small town slow burn clean romance with secrets, tension, drama. Overall an enjoyable story and while this could be read as a stand-alone, I do recommend reading this series in orders and get to know the characters as they are entwined. One of my favorite tropes is enemies to lovers and I love that this story of Joe and Abby delivered….although Joe was not my favorite character at first.

Abby is holding a secret and feels once it is know and out she feels like she will have so many people upset with her. Joe is trying to find out whom Abby is all about….and is distant and a bit gruff at times. When secrets are revealed will the attraction between Abby and Joe be able to overcome this obstacle…or will Abby have to leave Herd, Montana…..

This is a very good story and my favorite so far in this series. I am looking forward to the next book!!

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Jenni Bishop

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
A Tale of Two Crushes is a fun clean YA tale with quirky and engaging characters. Holland and her friends are adorable, and the story is filled with the usual emotions, angst, humour, and eye-rolling moments. The story is told from the perspective of a teenage girl who moves to a new town and school, navigating new friendships and catching the eye of two boys. There’s plenty of wit and banter as Holland finds herself enamoured with the two boys, even when they’re acting like two-year-olds. The story also delves into her relationships with her family as she grows into herself. If you’re looking for something light and easy to read, this book is perfect for you.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Jenni Bishop, September 2024

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 – 3.5 stars
Rachelle’s Unmasking A Cowgirl is the third book in the Match Made in Montana series. It is a sweet slow-burn romance set in a small town where everyone knows everyone.
Joe was one character that I disliked at first, but he did redeem himself later in the book, but Abby gave him his just deserts and it was unexpected but when she did it I felt vindicated. You go girl. The tension between the two is palpable.
Unmasking A Cowgirl is a clean western enemy to lover’s romance trope one where trust is everything. Tension runs high in this drama filled tale as Abby is hiding behind a lie that could tear it all apart. Hiding who she is but why?
Joe knows there is something about this beautiful woman that doesn’t sit right but what is she hiding? What is it about her that makes him dislike her so? What will he do when he uncovers her secret?
Only reading the book will give these answers. There are no spills here.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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She’s My Rhinestone Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series) by Brooke May – Review by LaliLovely

She's My Rhinestone Cowgirl (My Cowboy #7)She’s My Rhinestone Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a cute little love story ! A breeze to read . I wish there had been more cute moments between Trinity & Shooter , to really get a sense of their chemistry . There was a spark , but a fire would have been delightful . Love the character growth of Trinity ! Her stepping into her power was wonderful to witness .
I see the potential in this book & hope to watch it bloom too .

@lalilovely

 

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Kerry Baker

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the third book in the series and is another great addition that complements the other books. This book is one of my favourite tropes – enemies to lovers – and I found it really easy to connect with this book from the moment I started reading. I thought the characters were such interesting ones to read about, and probably my favourite ones of the series so far.
The book is really well written and exactly what I have come to expect from this author. It was engaging and an overall great story. This series is one I won’t hesitate to read more of and I am definitely looking forward to exploring more from this author. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book that I would recommend.

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Bobbi Wagner

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I enjoy reading. I enjoy their writing style as well as their creative writing style that make their characters full of heart and connectable. This book is no different. It is a well written story about what happens when you have two crushes at the same time. Holland has never met a guy she really likes until now but only there are two of them. I enjoy Holland and what she brings to the story. She is my favorite of the story for sure. I enjoyed watching the characters grow throughout the story. This is an easy and engaging story to read. It is hard to put down and one you don’t want to miss. There is great chemistry with the characters and you will want to know what happens with Holland. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Karrie Sears

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 3 of the series, while I have not read the other books in this series I wasn’t completely lost in the characters. This book was slow for me to get into. I could tell from the beginning there was definitely something between Abby and Joe. (Enemies turned Lovers trope) Seeing the way the town snubbed Abby was disheartening but I can also see why it happened. In small towns that can happen anywhere. Definitely a good clean romance novel for ones who don’t enjoy any spicy context. I think I’ll read the previous books also to see just how everyone got together.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Shelly Kittell

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have so lloved this series. This one so kind of cracked me up. John was a bit of a jerk, quite frankly. When she kneed him, I evil laughed. Got what was coming to him. Otherwise, I really enjoyed watching this relationship develop. Man, two people that really needed to accept the attraction. Though, she really needed to come clean. I loved seeing characters from the previous two books brought in and it was wonderful to see how the story just tied everything all together. There was such a nice flow. It’s one of my favorite series. I hope to read more from this author.

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Shelly Kittell

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. It’s a clean YA book. Holland moves to Arizona from Colorado and gets to readjust to a new place. I’m pretty sure we can all relate. I chuckled quite a bit through this because she’s a pretty smart young lady. She knows what she wants and has her goals. I always love the books written by this author because they are written in a style that is very easy to relate to for the target age group. The characters are excellent.It took me back to a time far away and long ago. I’d recommend this. I would give it more than 5 stars if the system allowed me to.

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