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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Carr

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 5th book in the  The Studs of Clear Creek County Series. These stories are historical romance set in a time when interacial relationships weren’t the right thing and were frowned upon.
As with all the books in this series the writer creates strong female characters who are dealing with oppression and disadvantages because of the colour of their skin and this is just the same. This is a fast paced read so i was able to read it in one sitting.
In this story we meet Billie Jean. She has come to visit her cousins. She is seen as a bit of a trouble maker as she is the only member of the family to attend college and that wasn’t really heard off.
While she is visiting she hears about the poor treatment of her people on a farm so
Billie Jean and her cousin prepare to fight for change. What she doesn’t expect is to fall for the one man she needs to hate.

Fisher Hines is the supervisor of Locke Farm. All he wants is to make his parents proud and he intends to keep doing that. However what he didn’t plan for was Billie Jean. From the day he rescued her he can’t get her off his mind but when she comes ready for a war and attempting to destroy everything he has worked hard for will he still see her as a breathtaking damsel?
Their attraction to each other keep pulling them closer but their difference of opinions keep forcing them apart. Can their love ever succeed? What will be Fisher parents reaction when they realise just who the girl is that has captured his heart.
This is a really interesting read and as a reader I was fully immersed into their story and their fights. Both fighting for what they believe in but also fighting to be together.

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Rayne East

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5stars
Second chance Romance with a twist
This contemporary romance had a really good premise with the childhood best friends hitting road block upon road block to their HEA. This is told from Mia’s point of view and I would have really loved to have had Mitch’s POV, as it would have added another dimension – I’m a sucker for dual POV. There were only a few minor let downs for me in the persona of Mitch and the delivery with granny it all just seemed a bit clunky. The twists with Lacey were well developed though and she had strong characterisation. Overall, for me, this is a solid first read from this author.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Oh, Teresa and Liam’s story is so relatable. Even though she came from a rich family, her struggles are one’s that many of us can relate to. Now, Liam, that man is hot, sexy mystery and one that would be fun to discover. I sure enjoyed listening to their story. The mystery of where Liam was after the bombing had me on edge wanting to know just as much as Teresa, Ali and Joe. The mysteries intertwined in this story are fantastic along with some little twists in there. Don’t even get me started on some of the antagonist’s such as Carrie, Ulla, Koli and some of the others.

The writing is wonderful. I found the tone to be a mysterious and suspenseful tone. I enjoyed it being read by the author. There was always an air of “the other shoe is going to drop.” The characters were so well-developed and the details of them in the story made me feel like I was there. Listening to the story actually gave you the feeling that you were there, kind of like you were eavesdropping.

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Bowie and Jagger were sensational together… until jealousy and insecurities tore them apart.

Jordan

Having my ex on our comeback tour was the last thing I expected to happen. She’d always been a kick-ass tour manager, and now she’s even hotter than I remember.

How am I supposed to resist?

Winning Lex back won’t be easy, and I’ll have to compromise on my past behaviours to make it work this time – because she’s worth it.

That is, until someone connected to my past decides to play hell with my life, leading me on a path of self-destruction. Now I stand to lose what’s most important to me. My future with the band. My relationship with Lex. Everything.

Alexis

Being offered the gig as tour manager for my ex’s band raised doubts. He’s always been the charismatic frontman, and now he’s as hot as I remember.

How am I supposed to resist?

I’ve told myself I couldn’t fall for Jordan again. Who was I kidding? He seems different now, and those old feelings are hard to ignore. Our explosive chemistry is still there, and what we have is worth fighting for.

When his past demons raise their heads, we could be in trouble.

He’s shattered my heart once, and I won’t let him do it again.

When We Fell Again is a standalone angsty, second chance rockstar romance.

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by M Policicchio

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Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Playboy rockstar Blu Connolly is heading home to visit his mother while his band is on hiatus from touring. He just needs a little time with his mom, some of her great cooking, and some time to be anonymous in his hometown. Blu’s plans are quickly thwarted by his mom’s new neighbor.

Ashleigh Baker has finally found a place that she can call home and put down some roots. After growing up with a military father, constantly on the move, she has found a spot where the landlord encourages her hobby of planting flowers. When Ashleigh figured out who she was living next to she never thought she would actually get to meet the lead singer for one of her all-time favorite bands. Ashleigh spends her time as a substitute teacher and freelance music reviewer.

The moment Blu arrives in the neighborhood, he loudly announces his presence by revving his motorcycle loudly late one night. Ashleigh, not caring that he is famous, comes out and tears him a new one for being rude. Blu is entranced by this angry beauty. He starts finding reasons to be around her. No matter how charming he tries to be, Ashleigh isn’t falling for it because of his reputation and she knows that eventually he will be leaving. No reason to get attached. But things don’t always go as planned.

Through women blatantly throwing themselves at Blu, he stays true to Ashleigh. She slowly starts to trust and believe that Blu can be the man she needs. When the band’s manager purposely plots to break up Blu and Ashleigh, things get explosive only the way they can in the world of rock ‘n’ roll!

There is so much good in this one. It keeps you reading. You have hope for Blu, that he really is a changed man. When you learn the reason that his mother doesn’t want to move, it gets you all misty. Excellent story. Great read!!

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Angela Hayes

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 Stars

 

Love & Stilettos is the debut novel by Evelyn Lindell. It is a contemporary romance with jealousy, plots/agendas, mystery, manipulation, secrets, lies, secrets crushes, childhood friends-to-lovers, manipulation, and more.
I loved the premise of this book and was looking forward to all the promise it held. A romantic mystery/suspense is in my top five favourite genres- so I was excited to see what Evelyn Lindell had in store for us here. I really wanted to love this book, to lose myself completely in the story- but unfortunately this didn’t grab me the way I had hoped for.
While the premise was great, I had trouble connecting with Mia as she came across as quite naïve and more immature than her age suggested, or than what the blurb had led me to believe. I was expecting a ‘strong’, confident, independent, and ‘mature’ FMC- but she was too ‘mousy’ for my liking. I got quite frustrated with her, and that feeling only intensified as the story progressed. There were situations in which the ‘villain’ came across as more the FMC- and completely ‘walked’ all over Mia. I can understand that the author was trying to add drama and tension to the story, and in some instances succeeded in doing that- but mostly I was left feeling frustrated and a little disappointed.
I think the story needed more depth and development to really ‘shine’- and adding Mitch’s (MMCs) perspective would have gone a long way to achieving that, in my opinion. Also, the storyline was quite predictable, and while that didn’t ‘detract’ too much from my appreciation of the story, added to the other ‘issues’ I had it only fuelled the flames of my discontent. I think with a little ‘tweaking’ this story could have been stellar- as it stands, I really had to force myself to stay ‘focused’ on the story as it wasn’t holding my attention and my mind kept wandering. Don’t let me put you off reading this story, as I read a lot of darker, ‘meatier’ novels and my perspective may be biased towards that- so you should read the story for yourself and make up your own mind.
I can see a lot of potential here, and as this is the authors debut novel, I am curious to read more of her work in the future to see how her ’style’ develops.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Evelyn Lindell!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Betsy Melano

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The third book in the series. I highly recommend you read them in order so you can follow the characters and the story. This paranormal series keeps you on your toes and sucks you in pretty quick. The author does a wonderful job of world and character building. We continue the story of Tamaska and Kodiak, except now Kodiak is the Alpha of the pack and Tamaska is not so patiently waiting to become a wolf. Kodiak has his pack to consider and at the same time he needs to consider his relationship with Tamaska and taking her as his mate.
I really enjoyed this book and love that the series continues to be about Kodiak and Tamaska.

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

“No one is who you think. Nothing is as it seems. Your love triangle has more angles. Someone can’t stop loving you. Another person never liked you. There is a puppeteer in your life, weaving a web of manipulation and deceit that’s so complicated that even I’m having a hard time deciphering the victims from the villains. If you don’t cut the puppeteer’s strings within two weeks, you will face your ruin— expulsion, permanent humiliation, and the loss of the only man who ever loved you.”
Love & Stilettos is a contemporary romance tale. I was geared for an intense journey full of surprises, suspense, thrills and so much more after reading the above, but it didn’t punch me in the feels. There was some twists and turns, intrigue and mystery with lies and deceit that kept the story slowly moving forward. I kept reading even though I felt the story is a little predictable, because I wanted to see how it ended.
I love a story that is told in different POV’s so I would have liked to have heard from Mitch and his take on it all which I think would have given the story that much more depth. My connection with Mia didn’t really gel even though she was sweet and shy and a whole lot naive and it felt like she was so much younger than she was.
There is a lot in there to make it a great story but for me it fell a little bit short of the mark. Having said that it does not mean that you shouldn’t give it a go because my tastes and yours may be completely different and you may fall in love with it.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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This is a good, contemporary romance that is filled with drama, a bit of humor banter, love with some twists and turns….the only thing that was difficult for me was it took at bit to get into the story. I enjoyed some of characters, especially Mia’s granny (she was a hoot) and Mitch, I was hoping Mia was a bit of a stronger character.

Mia and Mitch known each from years ago, now that Mia is back in Kentucky to start over as she become a widow at an early age. Mia is in need of Mitch’s help with an assignment she has at University and sparks have always been there between them. When Mitch’s fiancee, Lacey, tries to keep Mia and Mitch apart….drama ensues and erupts. Will Lacey’s ways keep Mitch and Mia from being friends or possibly more if Lacey keeps spinning her web of deceit.

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Julie Johnson

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

At the tender young age of 28, Mia finds herself a widow and living with her grandmother in Kentucky. She’s decided to enroll in school and obtain a job. Things seem to be progressing well in her life, despite the drama that she’s endured lately.

Mitch is a firefighter, living the dream. Women flock to him because of his great looks and physique. He’s taken by Lacey though and the rock on her finger proves it.

Mia and Mitch were the best of friends when they were younger. Every June, Mia travelled to KY to visit her grandmother and she and Mitch would hang out for the month. One June, Mia didn’t return and instead married Xavier.

Through a series of challenging events, Mitch and Mia may find their way to each other again but not without some road blocks and some fires that need to be put out.

I found this book to be enjoyable, even if it was a bit predictable. Granny is by far my favorite character in this book. She deserves a book of her own. I loved her wit! Mia is a bit of a pushover, despite people thinking that she is a stronger person. I think maybe Mitch could bring out some stronger in her but it would need more character development. Overall, a good book to curl up with on a stormy afternoon!

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Manda Kelly

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 2)The Guardsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing 2nd book. I was so happy to know that we’d get to learn Liam’s story. He is so fiercely protective of Teresa. While I absolutely adore Joe, Liam has quickly become a 2nd favorite. Even thought he tries to hide it, and so does she, the chemistry between the 2 of them is so alive and HOT. I definitely recommend reading the 1st book in the series, as it explains a bit of Liam’s story, but I also feel like this book does a really good job making it possible to read as a stand alone. Cat Treadgold is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine.

Review By: Manda Kelly 2023

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Chelsea Foster

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Cruel KingCruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The 5 king brothers are wealthy and live in a mansion with their father. Their mother passed away. After her passing the father hired an estate manager and he and his wife lived on the estate in a house not far from the mansion. With him came a son and a daughter. The story all comes down to Theo, Ava and Matthius. I loved every second of this all but one part when I almost had to put it down I was so disgusted but keep an open mind because it’s a great story. Theo is Ava’s best friend growing up but the “men” in ava’s life think they know what is best for her and Matthius isn’t it. My emotions were all over. Happy, sad, horrified and it’s just a roller coaster. It pulls at your heart strings and has a plot twist. I couldn’t put it down.

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by Kerry Carr

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4)Love Shots by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 4 in the Bluestone series and I have loved everyone. If you like rugged men who are hard working and love with passion and protectivness that no one can break then these books are definately for you.
In this story we read about Teddy and Summers story and romance and wow what a read.
Teddy and Summer have been friends since they were kids. Both of them had feelings for each other but neither was brave enough to admit it and so they went their separate ways.
Fast forward and Summer returns to Bluestone to find that the bar she assumed would be hers had been sold to Teddy. Now she needs a place to live and a job and Teddy is only to happy to offer her them. As they spend time together the old feelings resurface. Will they finally get their happy ever after this time? When an ex from Summers past arrives will he be the one to destroy and tear apart Teddy and Summer?
This is a great read. I got butterflies myself reading all the romantic thoughts and feelings the couple shared.

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An interesting tale, that’s what this is. Mia, a widow, comes across her crush, Mitch and the tale begins there. Romance with some misadventure and suspense. I enjoyed their story because it was quite entertaining. My favorite character was her grandmother. I could totally relate to her. It was like seeing mine on paper. She spoke her mind and had no filter what came out of her mouth. I loved her. Mia still had some growing to do and it was good to see her do that. Once Mitch reconnected, he was always watching out for her. I found the HEA done well. I enjoyed the little twists and turns. A good read that you can enjoy.

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Amelia Stansell

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The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was great! It’s about a forbidden romance. Billie Jean fights for her people. She has to go against the town to fight for black rights. She has an instant connection with Fisher Hines. Their love is put to the test. Fisher must fight for what he wants versus everything his family has worked for.

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Russian and Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Russian and Royally ComplicatedRussian and Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book combines romance and suspense. It follows the story of a young woman who gets caught up in a dangerous world of Russian mafia and royal intrigue. The book explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of navigating dangerous relationships. Lev and Daphne are essentially enemies to lovers – and honestly, those are the best stories! These two are total opposites. You know what they say about opposites attract!

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Love & StilettosLove & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It honestly took me a long time to get into this story. I did continue to read it though. I guess because I caught on quickly on what was going on and who was behind it. It is a sweet love story. The idea behind coming back into your first loves life and them loving you the same is great. I wish the story wasn’t so drawn out so that there was more to the ending but overall I believe that it is a good read.

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Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell

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Genre – Contemporary Romance
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Mia Crane is a 28-year-old widow who trades Ohio for Kentucky to attend Bellarmine University. She would’ve reached out to her childhood best friend, Mitch, since they spent every June together, but when he marked unable to attend on her wedding invitation, he pummeled her heart and ended their friendship.

Determined to not let any man reroute her life, again, Mia refuses to acknowledge the spark that appears when her path collides with Mitch and his fiancée, Lacey. But Lacey isn’t naïve… sparks lead to wildfires. To keep Mitch and Mia apart, Lacey weaves a web of manipulation and deceit so complicated that it’s hard to determine if she is the victim or the villain.

But when Mia discovers Lacey’s one misstep, she unearths secret identities, motives, and undeniable passion. Mia must allow Mitch to remove the barbed wire around her heart, so they can work together to find the truth and stop Lacey’s attack in two weeks’ time, or Mia faces expulsion, permanent humiliation, and a future without Mitch.

It’s true that love knocks loudest when uninvited, but so do the stilettos of a vindictive fiancée.

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Evelyn Lindell was born in farm country and raised in poetry. She spent her childhood in a village in Midwest Ohio until she traded cow pastures for horse farms to attend Bellarmine University and the University of Louisville. Her life is colored with unexpected twists that encourage her to write the words that are difficult to say but that we need to hear and feel.

With two decades in the writing trenches, penning children’s books, poetry, and commissioned pieces, Evelyn’s debut novel explodes onto the scene with a command of humor, heart, secrets, and surprise that only a seasoned writer can bring. From winning the 20th Writer’s Digest Dear Lucky Agent contest to placing in the top 2% of a worldwide FicFest competition to becoming Cayelle Publishing’s number one preordered eBook, Love & Stilettos is already making a name for itself.

Between a homelife filled with eight incredible children, an amazing red-haired husband, and two four-legged friends, she fits in advising college students, championing the skilled trades, and nurturing her love of a good theme party. She lives with her heart on her sleeve, her characters hurdling over the words on the page, and a challenge for her readers: Love yourself and others.

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Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Royally ComplicatedRoyally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed Royally Complicated. I was drawn to this book because I love 1 of the 2 authors. I’m not overly familiar with the other, but that means I just have someone else’s work to look into. Any back to the book at hand. It was a great start to a new potential series. A story that involves a middle class American woman, who has been living her life safe and the crowned prince of Lovolia who feels he’s living in a gilded cage.
What would these ever have in common, let alone what would bring them together?
Bridget, a jilted bride, away on holiday(her honeymoon) with her best friend. Coasting through it miserably and unable to get out of her depressed funk, has some truths thrown at her she doesn’t want to hear. Causing her to run, but not without grabbing a bottle of cheap tequila to take with her. Not realizing her life is about to get turned upside down.
Fynix is royally bogged down. He hates the constant parading of potential brides his parents keep bringing to him. The most recent one being the worst. He has to escape, what he never expected that escaped would be life altering.
These authors present a strenuous, steamy, complicated, and wonderful story. The development of the main characters over time was wonderful, though I think they nailed the growth of some of the supporting characters beautifully.
So now I ask you, is it worth the read?
Well if you’re going by what I’d have to say, I’m going with absolutely. It’s not perfect but it was wonderful.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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The Guardsman by Cat Treadgold

Narrated by Cat Treadgold

Five Stars

 

The Guardsman is the second book in the Olympic Peninsula series and the second book I have listened to by this author. Both books are standalone but you will have a better understanding of the characters if you listen in order. This book features Theresa and Liam and their trials and tribulations. This was an intriguing book that had me guessing at what would happen next. I can’t wait for the third book to come out. Cat Treadgold’s narration was very easy to listen to and I enjoyed it tremendously.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 2)The Guardsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Guardsman is book 2 in a thrilling series. Though book 1 isnt required to read it, will definitely help you understand the main characters, this book focuses more on Liam.

Liam, whos been presumed dead for over three years (after an explosion at the end of Book on is found by a private investigator. Ali, His sister has never given up on him still being alive. Theresa, who is Joes sister (Alis Husband) brings Liam home to Ali. Theresa is instantly attracted to Liam, however hes quite resistant. Theresa is rich and appears on the surface to be a society princess: everything Liam hates. deep down he cant help but admit hes feeling the attraction even if he wants to deny it. Shes independent and spirited and the banter between them keeps him enthralled.
After coming home to live with his sister and her new husband (joe) but struggles to settle into “home”. When Theresa starts become more and more “accident prone” and increasing strange events happen Liams heckles raise and his protection instinct kicks in.

What is going on with Theresa? Will her independent streak crumble to allow Liam to help her? Are these all accidents and coincidences? Will Liam and Theresa get past all the things they think they didnt like or couldnt have and accept one another?

This is a romantic suspense, with the audio reading by the author which I feel gave it extra flair. I felt the characters emotions and the story kept me turning page after page.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) Audiobook by Cat Treadgold – Review by Robin Rankin

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The Guardsmen (The Olympic Peninsula, Book 2)

I have had the pleasure to listen to both of the books in this series and enjoyed each of them. I loved being able to catch up with Joe, Allie, Teresa and others as well as meeting someone new.

Learning Liam’s story was something I was hoping for since he was introduced. Definitely a lot more interesting than I think most people would have expected.

I highly recommend listening to the first before taking on this one, there is a lot of useful information that will help make this one make sense.

Looking forward to the next one, I really like this family and look forward to keeping them around for a bit.

Master Campania ( Masters of the Consulate Book 7 ) by Sylvia Black – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Master Campania: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 7)Master Campania: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is yet another great book by this author. I really love paranormal romances and this is one of my favorite authors. I really like how that the characters have such electric chemistry and that there is a great mix of adventure and romance. I was on the edge of my seat and could not put this book down. I love how there was an undertone of forbidden that just really added to the story. I really love how this author is able to bring the characters to life and grip the reader and hold on for the full journey. The ever growing fireworks between the main characters as the adventure goes forward brings the wanting to see the outcome grow just adds to the drama. I so look forward to reading more from this author as well as this series.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 2)The Guardsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the first book in this series I was looking forward to this second instalment, and I was not disappointed. It can be read as a standalone story but the characters do crossover, as Liam is Ali’s brother, who is missing and presumed dead in book one. Liam and his twin sister had a tough childhood in the foster care system where Liam helped keep them both safe, so when he was blown up in a terroirs attack whilst abroad, Ali was determined to prove that he was still alive. Then three years after he went missing an investigator locates him in Jerusalem working as a security guard. Liam is scarred mentally and physically and so agrees to join Ali and her new husband Joe at their home, on a large estate in Port Townsend, Washington. At the same time Joe’s sister Teresa, who is fleeing a broken engagement and wanting to get away from her controlling mother, is also staying with them. His first impression of Teresa is that she’s the kind of rich society princess that he avoids, however, he finds it hard to stay away from her. When she needs a protector, having become suspiciously accident prone, Liam steps in. I was kept happily turning the pages by this heartwarming romantic suspense novel. The characters and the setting are brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the storyline. I liked ‘catching up’ with Ali and Joe, as well as having the new relationship between Liam and Teresa develop throughout the story. An enjoyable and engaging read.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Christie Mitchum

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Cruel KingCruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not usually a huge fan of billionaire romances, but I really enjoyed reading this one by K.M. Scott. The story moved pretty quickly, and the characters were very well-developed.

Ava has grown up on the King estate, and she and the King brothers have been in each others’ lives as long as she can remember. She is closest with Theo, in fact, he is her best friend. The two have been there for each other as they have suffered unimaginable losses at such young ages. As close as she is to Theo, the opposite is true of Matthias, the oldest king boy. If he isn’t ignoring her, he treats her as if she is something disgusting stuck on the bottom of his shoe. She has grown accustomed to that and does what she can to just avoid him. All that changes one day during a blizzard that traps these two together for a couple of days. Ava realizes Matthias’s feelings for her weren’t at all what she expected them to be. It was pure bliss until it wasn’t.

Fast forward five years, and Ava and Matthias’s relationship is still complex, complicated, and full of animosity, and now factor in Theo’s feelings for Ava. What Scott has given her readers is a book full of angst and emotions which kept me flipping through the pages. I couldn’t wait to find out how it ended for these characters.

To say Matthias was a complicated and complex character would be the understatement of the year!!!! There were times that I wanted to throttle this man!!!! I could understand why he was the way that he was, but I wanted to tell him to go get some therapy or finally ask Ava the questions he wanted to ask her before he pushed the one person away who actually saw who he was deep down in his soul! Never fear, readers, he does finally get his act together and finds a path to happiness for him.

For the most part, I liked Ava. She was a strong individual and my goodness did she have patience. I was glad she finally confronted Matthias and demanded to know what she had done to him to be treated in the way that she was. She pushed his buttons, but yet, she saw a side to him that no one else did. However, she wasn’t perfect. Her feelings for Matthias and Theo were confusing for her. She seemed to be able to easily fall for Theo despite her time with Matthias. I did try to see it from her point of view. Matthias ran so hot and cold, and she really had loved Theo her entire life, but she had to determine whether that was the years of her friendship or romantic love. Like Matthias, she did finally discover her path to happiness.

This was a very heartfelt book that struck a good combination of spice and many emotional moments. There were also twists I didn’t see coming that really tugged at my heartstrings. Matthias has several other brothers, so I’m hoping this is the beginning of a series. I would definitely read more about the King Boys.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just love me some of these Hawke men 😍🫣🔥😉🤪

Allie and Jude share a special bond and they have since they were children and she gets him better than most people but something is up with the both of them ….

Allie takes Jude his coffee every morning and it really irks Angelina and sometimes she feels Jude monopolises Allie’s time but there’s so much she needs to learn and again I’m reminded not to assume anything in life and communication really is key 😉

Jude has a dark and very sad history and he’s a fiercely private man and some may call him aloof but once you know his story you just want to envelope him and hold on to him and never let go and he’s always held a flame for Angelina , she’s owned his heart since the first time their eyes met and nobody knows not even Angelina herself and it’s got nothing to do with the big age gap between them ….

Allie’s strange behaviour brings Jude and Angelina together to figure out what’s going on and try to help her but there’s also the looming threat of “ The Grind” so there’s alot going on and throw in the tension brewing between Angelina and Jude and you’re in for the best 420 pages ❣️📚

I love that Byron and Luca bought Jude a building where he could have a bookstore under and live above the store where he could write and study but with him not using it there’s the possibility of it being part gallery for Jack and I think the pressure is on because Jude has been dragging his feet with his dark secret 🥲

Nana stole my heart and man she’s a gem 💎 but I’ll be honest I cried buckets and what my people have been through but every storm cloud has a silver lining right !?

Something that will stay with me as it really hit my heart “ Family isn’t just blood , Al . It’s our love for each other . It’s what we’re willing to do for each other that makes us family ….”

I’ll be honest I was still left with a few unanswered questions regarding Allie and the looming threats against the Hawkes …..

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Carr

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Sing For MeSing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Balefire Series. Even though it can be read as a standalone I do recommend reading them in order so you get a deeper understanding of all the characters and their personalities. This is a rock star romance which I love. The main characters in this book are so well written and just how you would imagine a romance with a rock star to be. Ashleigh lives a quiet life. She loves her work and lives for her garden. She knows who Blu is and is a fan of Balefire but she also knows about Blus reputation and she isn’t silly enough to fall into his trap and get her heart broken.
Blu is the lead singer of Balefire. His voice mesmerises and has women falling on their knees in front of him all the time. Because of this Blu has a reputation of a playboy. He has different women all the time and never pays attention to who they are. It’s part of his life style and if women are prepared to drop their knickers for him when ever he asks then of courses he’s going to enjoy the perk.
Women are putty in his hands. Until he meets Ashleigh. She doesn’t fall or go doe eyed in his presence. In fact she comes across like she hates the ground he walks on.
To Blu this is a breath of fresh air and makes her more appealing to him. As their attraction grows he realises he needs her in his life to be more than just a conquest but will Ashleigh see past the reputation and the playboy image and open her heart to him?

This is a rollercoaster ride of a read. Blu messes up countless times as he learns to navigate the situation he finds himself in. This is a slow burn romance and what I love about it is that Ashleigh is strong enough to put Blu in his place. Their relationship isn’t plain sailing but the journey is beautiful to watch.

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Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers Book 2) by Toya Richardson – Review by Stephanie Robb

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Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers #2)Mesmerised by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I did personally read this series in order but in my opinion, each can be read as a stand-alone. This book is emotional, immersive, and addictive. I could not put it down! Please read this book and experience this amazing duo.

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Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Royally ComplicatedRoyally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I love a fairy-tale romance that gives me sugar and spice and everything very nice with a bit of drama, forbidden romance, some spicy scenes, and a little bit of twist I did not see coming. this was a fantastic read that I loved every moment and I cannot wait to dive into the next book.

Every little girl dreams on marrying her own Prince Charming….little did Bridget know while on a girls vacation that she would meet her own prince without really knowing he was a true prince. Bridget is reeling on a past relationship that left her feeling unworthy as her ex-fiancee has other plans of being a cheater. Bridget ends up on a secluded part of the beach where she is vacationing and meets Fyn. Their instant connection ends up being the fun she needed…..

Fyn meets Bridget at the Royal Family private beach area, but after talking to her, he realizes that she does not know his true identity. The easy conversation between them turns into more…not to say when the guards come for him, Bridget finding out who he truly is. Fyn is drawn to Bridget for who she is and the spark they have that is truly undeniable.

When Fyn and Bridget try and make a go of their forbidden relationship, things turn bumpy for them along with violence that is happening in the county that Fyn loves dearly. With political scrutiny that his family is facing will Fyn be able to balance between his duty to his people and his love for Bridget?

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Changes. This series has found its way deep into my soul as I truly cannot get enough of this amazing series. Please note that this is the third installment in the Protector Wolf Shifter series, and it is not a standalone book. Told through Tamaska and Kodiak’s perspectives once more as their story continues to evolve.
Tamaska has accepted the darkness in the world. Once thought only to be fairy tales in books and movies to scare children, are anything but fairy tales. Darkness fills her city and the darkest of them want her. Kodiak won the battle and finally taken his place as the Alpha of the Shadow pack. His first task is to change the rule that made him and Tamaska’s relationship viewed as a crime, making it so that he can officially make her his mate. So many questions, mystery and hurtles lie before them to continue the hunt for the Blood Opal and why the vampires want Tamaska. While Kodiak wants Tamaska to become a shifter not only so she can truly be his mate but to protect her from the vampires he questions if she could survive the transformation itself. So much loss has happened and Tamaska feels the guilt weighing on her that she can’t protect herself much less anyone else that risk their lives to keep her safe. A simple task, running to her apartment to get some of her personal belongings, changes everything. Kodiak has been taken by the vampires in hopes of luring Tamaska out.
Will Tamaska find someone to change her in time? How can she save Kodiak without giving herself up? Once again, the author’s incredible talent shines as the story continues to evolve and which new levels of suspense. I can never stay off the edge of my seat as I devour each page in hopes of finding out the mysteries that surround the Blood Opal and why the vampires want Tamaska so much. Needless to say, I will eagerly await the next installment Cursed Wolf. In the meantime, I may dive into the authors other series Witch Moon.

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