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Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a beautifully written story that I just couldn’t put down. I have read other novels from the author and she has written such a heartfelt and uplifting story that just gives you the feels all over. I absolutely loved how well written the characters were, and seeing Liz’s growth and change as she learned about who her grandmother was and the life she lead, was spellbinding. I felt like the characters felt authentic and realistic in how they behaved and reacted to different situations. I absolutely adored Mark and felt he was such a positive presence for Liz as she completed her journey. I also loved her bestie Grace and felt she was absolutely the type of best friend anyone would be lucky to have. I am always a fan of any story that also includes a fun pet and Cosmo definitely fit the bill! If you are in the mood for a story about self-discovery and romance, this is another amazing story by the author.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Samantha Snow

Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Second book in the Protector Wolf series and it was an ammmazzzingg read!! If u like a good series, read this, it is lit yall 🔥 Open up the book and page one starts where book one’s last page ended! Every page read sucked me into a beautiful world created by the author! It is a very fast paced, quick read! Just how I like them LOL …Vampires && wolves gahhh 🤩 my favorite kinda books too! If you like shifter reads and a good series, then this is it! Go give it a read 😁

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

I absolutely loved this book!!!! Blue is a musician and Ashleigh is a music reviewer. When I first started this book, I had no idea what I was getting into, however it definitely turned into one of my favorites. I can’t wait to read more from Tam DeRudder Jackson!!!! I want to read the whole Balefire series now. This story leads down some weary roads but it might end somewhere along the best road of living and knowing where Blu’s life might end up. There are some moments in this story that make it seem more real then anything. I love how Tam’s books always makes me feel connected to them.

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

I absolutely loved this book!!!! Blue is a musician and Ashleigh is a music reviewer. When I first started this book, I had no idea what I was getting into, however it definitely turned into one of my favorites. I can’t wait to read more from Tam DeRudder Jackson!!!! I want to read the whole Balefire series now. This story leads down some weary roads but it might end somewhere along the best road of living and knowing where Blu’s life might end up. There are some moments in this story that make it seem more real then anything. I love how Tam’s books always makes me feel connected to them.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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

This is quite an angsty story that had me wanting to toss my Kindle to the side numerous times out of frustration!

Ava is friends with all of the King boys…except Matthias (which means that’s who she is going to have feelings for, right?!?). She is best friends with Theo (who has feelings for her)…and Matthias treats her like the dirt on his shoe (cruel is the perfect way to describe him). This creates quite the unrequited and messy triangle. Forced proximity between Ava and Matthias allows them to act on their feelings…but it’s like it never happened once they are back in the real world. Both go on to see other people…but will these two ever be able to be truthful with the feelings they have for each other?

This book had me frustrated so many different times. The push and pull between Ava and Matthias is full of angst and I wanted to knock sense into both of them! While the ending allowed some of the frustration to dissipate…I’m excited that there are more brothers that books can be written about!

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Carrie Reed

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

I know a book is excellent when I am so aggravated with all the characters! Tamaska was obnoxious trying to get answers and at some times seemed petulant. On the other hand Kodiak was making me mad not answering any of her questions, so she was left completely in the dark about everything. Her new friend in the pack, Ash, also would get snippy and it all just made for drama that was not needed, all anyone had to do was talk! I did feel bad for her when she did have information that could help and nobody too, the time to listen until it was too late. I think this one was my favorite of all 3 books so far just due to all the heartache I felt through Tamaksa when it came to her relationship with Kodiak and her status in the pack.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Cindy Rushin

Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I fully enjoyed the continuing saga of Tamaska and Kodiak. The second book in this series was very good. The story was interesting with just the right amount of drama, intrigue and romance. I look forward to reading the next book and recommend this series to anyone who enjoys reading about werewolves and vampires.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Kerry Carr

Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Protector Wolf Shifter series and it as a great way to continue the story. This book definately follows on from the first book so I do recommend that you read that first to get a complete understanding for this book.
This is a great read filled with action, adventure and danger. I love paranormal romances and the whole fated mates has always been an element that I love. However this story is a little different with the female lead not knowing anything about that side of things. She didn’t even know werewolves and vampires existed but now she does she doesn’t want nothing to do with them. But unfortunately that isn’t her choice any more. Hunted down by vampires and the fated mate to a werewolf she is getting hunted by both sides which is going to cause a war.
Kodiak is the one forming the bond with her and even those his pack refused to accept her he can’t deny or fight what he is feeling. The problem comes when he has to choose between fighting with and protecting his pack or fighting to protect the person he believes his his mate. Can he do both? What if he pack never accepts Tamaska?
This is a great series and from this book it is just going to get better. I can’t wait to read the next one.

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

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

Well this story took me by surprise. I normally do not read Historical stories. But this one caught my eye and thought I would give it a try. I am so happy I did. It was such a well written story that kept me turning the pages until the end. I love that Billie Jean is such a strong independent woman with the courage to fight for her people, family and friends alike. Then there is Fisher Locke who wants to show his parents what he is made of. Two strong attractive people who know what they are feeling is wrong. Two independent people who are fighting for what is right. Who is right, Billie or Fisher? What will happen next for them? Read this story to find out what happens. While this story could be a standalone,I felt it is in my best interest to read the series. This author writes fast paced, page turners with plenty of history. Great Story!!!!!

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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

I wasn’t too sure what this story was going to be as I went in blindly as the cover drew me in.

Whatever I was expecting this story surpassed it. I will not be giving spoilers so I won’t speak of much that happens that could be seen as such.

Ava is the daughter of an employee of the King family. They live on property and grew up with the King boys. She and Theo are thick as thieves and best friends for life. She’s always gotten along with all of them except the eldest, Matthias . She doesn’t know what she did but he’s rude and ignores her if possible.

During a snowstorm her homes power goes out and makes her way to the main house where she’s now stuck inside with Matthias.

Matthias was hard to read on the outside but in his POV we see the strain of being the oldest brother and the pressure their father puts on him. Ava has been said to be off limits but this snowstorm may change that.

I’m not one to enjoy a jump in time but this one was done well and kept the story from being bogged down with unnecessary details.
I didn’t expect quite a few things this story had and I’m still not over them all.

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

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

Russian and Royally Complicated
By: Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson

This is the follow up to Royally Complicated. I truly loved this one. It showed just as much character development as the last one. In it we meet the prince’s best friend Lev and Bridget’s best friend Daphne. Both of which hate one another but find a common bond in being lost after the events that happened between their best friends, the prince and Bridget. This is a fantastic enemies to lovers romance, which just so happens to be my favorite trope. They have fantastic tension and their banter was so much fun to read you could feel their feelings and tension just emanate off the page. This book has the perfect amount of sizzle to it too. I definitely recommend this book. It is such a fun read that I didn’t want to put down!

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

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

This book had me speed reading to find out the secrets being kept! I did not read the first book and although I didn’t miss out on anything in the story here, I do wish I would have read the first book before hand to meet Fyn and Bridget. I really like Daphne. I like that she doesn’t try to fit in to be like the rest of the royal family and just tries to be herself. I had a feeling her and Lev were going to get into trouble, their chemistry is crazy. My heart broke when Lev treated Daphne like crap, but so happy that his grandmother Mira totally loves her. The whole book Daphne kept mentioning her secret, and why she couldn’t go back to Colorado and finally in the end when she tells all, I was surprised. She is so cute.

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Master Campania (Masters of the Consulate Book 7) by Sylvia Black – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Master Campania: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 7)Master Campania: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Master Campania is not happy that he has witches in his territory, and what is even worse is that they are defectors. When he is tasked with finding them and getting information from them, he can’t help but feel pulled toward one spunky witch in particular. Willow has heard about pure blooded vampires, how dangerous they are, to steer clear and to never trust one. However, as she is forced to help Campania find rogue witches that will in turn lead to rogue vampires, she can’t help but feel like she was lied to. Both have been told witches and vampires should never mix. Yet there is a definite magnetism between the two of them that neither can deny. Or can they? Will they be able to put aside past prejudices and work together to find the rogue witches and vampires?

This was a quick read for me. I have enjoyed reading this series from the beginning, and it was a good addition to the series. I would have liked to have had more story between Campania and Willow. But that is just me wanting to be immersed in their world a little bit longer. It seems like there will be one more book to wrap up the series. I am looking forward to seeing who has taken up the mantle of dissent. There are so many characters in this world that I would suggest reading them in order.

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

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

I loved this! I read it in about 2 days! I love everything I have ever read by Gwyn Mcnamee so I knew I had to check this book out that she wrote with Christy Anderson and I’m glad I did!
I can wait to read Russian & Royally Complicated now!

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

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

5 Star’s
Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson

Royally Complicated is the first book in The Crowned Hearts Series and is a Contemporary Romance /Forbidden Love/ Opposites Attract that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. Holy Cow this book takes steamy hot sex on a beach to a whole new level. There’s plenty of drama, secret identities and plenty of steamy sex and their chemistry is off the charts. This is Fyn and Bridget’s story. She’s on what should have been her honeymoon but she caught her fiancé cheating. A nice fling while on holiday is just what she needs. Then there’s Fyn who is more than a hot and sexy Surfer . She’s fixing to find out he’s Royalty. What will happen she finds out who he really is? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I’m ready to dive in to the next book.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tamaska has just had the fright of her life, the man who she feels a connection with has lied to he and worse is what he lied to her about, being a wolf, so with the shock of her worst nightmares coming through, Tamaska turns and runs away, it is too much to process, as well as reeling from the vampire attack, she doesn’t know what to do, or where to turn, so she decides that the one thing she can do is go after the jewel which started this madness off, the Blood Opal, so she heads alone, shocked and angry back to where she saw it last. Kodiak has broken one of the main rules of his pack, not to reveal themselves to humans, but he just did and it backfired, Tamaska has rejected him in the most absolute way, because of fear, but he is determined to keep her safe, but first he has to report what has happened to his pack and fulfil his duty to them, but he is torn in two and doesn’t know what to do about it, so as his minds swirls with his thoughts, he returns to his home to face whatever his alpha has to say.

The Blood Opal is on everyone’s minds and is the key to the mystery of why the vampires want it and so Tamaska heads into the vampires night club, but it is not as inviting as it was the last time she visited, in fact it looks abandoned, but Tamaska has a feeling it isn’t, but as the memories of her last encounter there surface, she pushes them to one side and carries on with her search. Meanwhile, Kodiak is facing his pack and trying to work out how he can have both his pack and Tamaska, but they are not making it easy for him and the internal struggles between him and his pack are straining, as is his connection to Tamaska, but he cannot allow the insanity to rule, he has to do his best for both and once he has met with his team and alpha, he heads back out and follows Tamaska’s trail, while hoping it doesn’t head where he thinks it will.

As Tamaska explores, she realises just what is at stake and is horrified by her discoveries, but just as she thinks she has seen the worst of it all, she finds that it is far from it, fortunately, as she is about to be surrounded by attacking vampires, Kodiak appears as if by magic and comes to the rescue again, but as the danger increases and they have to take measures to keep her safe. This doesn’t last and just as Tamaska and Kodiak begin to trust each other things come to a head and the choice between pack and a mate has to be made, but what will Kodak decide and will he even have time to be able to make that decision while keeping up with his duty to his pack and keeping Tamaska safe? This is a whirlwind of suspense as two factions battle for superiority and action is never far away in this rollercoaster of danger and emotions which will pull you along to see how it ends.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Softest Touch by Adina D. Grey – Review by Stephanie Robb

Softest TouchSoftest Touch by Adina D. Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A beautifully written slow burn forbidden romance. This was a lovely, engrossing read that kept me turning the pages. The characters were well written and I would highly recommend.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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

This story was awesome!! I’ve been in a bit of a reading slump these past few weeks and haven’t been able to read a story all the way through. This one was different though. I couldn’t put it down. Matthias and Ava were such good main characters and enjoyed their story. The growth of the characters was much needed and awesome to see. A little angst but I enjoyed the story alot. I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future!!
Happy Reading!!

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

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

Sooo I just had to pick up this book because I love the author Gwyn McNamee and was curious to see how author Christy Anderson works with her (it’s my first time reading any book by her). Mannnnnn they did not disappoint! W000W, this book was amazing from the suspense to the steamy romance 👏 I love every part of this book. The royal theme was intriguing and the crazy LLM smh wild. I truly cannot wait to read what takes place in Levs and Daphne story, to see how their Romance will blossom. And i look forward to reading more stories by both these fantastic authors 🥰
Ps I for one love 🍍 pineapples on pizzas just made me love Bridget more lmao

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Darla Yocom

Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Two of the Protector Wolf Shifter Series started right up where book one left off. Tamasca is ticked at Kodiak. Both of them want to track down the Blood Opal from the vampires. Both are attracted to each other. Better yet, they seem to be drawn to each other but Tamasca is struggling to understand what Kodiak has unveiled about his true self.

One is human. One is a wolf shifter.

Tamasca’s struggle often felt like a tug of war between her mind versus her heart throughout book two. I love how the struggle and internal conflict was written in book two.

If you haven’t read book one, you might want to do that before finishing up this one so you fully understand the context behind the powerful attraction between the main characters, the hurt Tamasca experienced upon learning of her bff’s fate in book one and then the bombshell reveal from Kodiak after a strange but unexpectedly hot experience between the two. This book delves deeper into the chaos, passion, mystery and excitement that makes this book even better than the first.

I’m definitely a fan of the way the author has created this mysterious plot and the personable characters. I look forward to reading book three to see if it is full of supernatural intrigue, mystery, action, and lots of drama.

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

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Vampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

Vampires of AtlantisVampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought this was a really awesome start to a great series! I loved getting to see Ian and Katherine’s story play out and I am so excited to see more of them and the rest of the vampires, werewolves, and other magical creatures. This was definitely a book I couldn’t put down until the final page. The author has created a magical world where mythical creatures still exist and Atlantis is real. I thought she did a great job of really drawing you into the story and building scenes that you could really visualize. If you love a modern paranormal romance, this is an excellent start! Can’t wait for the rest of the books!

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Jessica Stone

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

Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Jessica Stone

What a wonderful read!
This book is the quintessential, boys older brother falls in love with younger brothers best friend, things go utterly wrong, until they finally go wonderfully right.

Theo, is utterly besotted with his best friend, Ava, who has lived on the property his family owns all his life and they were practically inseparable, but predictably, Ava like many a young women, is clueless to Theo’s feelings. Ava loves Theo, he’s always been there for her, through the loss of her mother and her through the loss of his, they are closer to close, so it only makes sense that they should be together, right? Wrong. Ave has the HOTS for Mathias the brooding older brother set to be the heir yo the King kingdom, if only he’d stop treating Ava like the mud under his shoes, everything would be fine. Or, maybe it won’t.

Me over her not trying to spoil the whole book. Anywayyysss, I love Ava, I love her direct ness, she’s sassy yet sensitive, and she cares deeply about the people she loves. Matthias on the other hand make me want to punch a wall, he’s so quick to act and say things he doesn’t mean, and not quick at all to apologize. Even though that irritates me like no other, the soft, artistic sweet loving guy he is under his quick angry, is redeeming enough for me to get over his stubbornness.

I quite enjoy how deeply the author dives into the emotions and thoughts of her characters, it helps you fall in love with them, feel what they are feeling. I haven’t looked to much into it, but I would throughly enjoy diving into the king family some more, seeing all the brothers lives outside of the king manor would be très interesting.

So if you’re not sure about this book, take the plunge, it’s worth it, I believe you will fall in love with the characters as I have.

Cruel King, K.M. Scott, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Jessica Stone, August 2023

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

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

Russian and Royally Complicated is book 2 in The Crowned Hearts series. It is a stand-alone enemy to lovers by the dynamic duo USA Today Bestselling Authors Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson.
These opposites attract story is sweet, sexy, full of passion and fun and add in a bit of vodka and spice, and you are drawn in and the pages fly by. Off the charts chemistry and flying sparks in more ways than one happens when there are secrets and hidden identities.
Gwyn and Christy turn up the heat and turmoil in this one night of hate sex but what happens after stuns them all.
Just as the first book Royally Complicated it is chock-a-block full of twists, complications, royalty, duty, a country possibly coming undone, lies and so much more. It is also filled with drama, action and humour and just enough need and romance. This steamy read will leave you with all the feels.
There are a few of the characters that evoke strong emotions in the reader.
I said it before with the first book, but I will say it again this writing duo make a good team.
I really enjoyed the story and look forward to reading the next book in the series/collection.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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

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

Royally Complicated
By: Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson

This is a fantastic story that features a prince and a heartbroken girl. Fyn is the prince and he is written as a very relatable royal character. He is at the beach to escape – from life, from all that is expected of him, etc. I could relate to that on a very visceral level – I mean who hasn’t had a moment where they want to run away just to breathe. Bridget is alone on her honeymoon. So she is drinking away her current situation and making the best of this beach vacation. I definitely didn’t blame her. I have to give the authors credit – Bridget’s situation could have come about very whiney and poor me but it didn’t she was a girl on the beach who happened to be heartbroken. But heartbroken was not a defining role for her. I loved how spicy this book got! This is definitely more of a modern fairy tale and I truly enjoyed it. It has a good balance of romance, fairy tale, and yet still went into the aspects of royalty. I definitely recommend reading this one. It has just enough spice to keep you satisfied!

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

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

Sing For Me
By: Tam DeRudder Jackson

I have enjoyed each and everyone of the Balefire Series I have read. I love a good rockstar book and Tam DeRudder Jackson is one of the best I have read at writing them. Blu and Ashleigh were fantastic characters, who were dynamic together. They had wonderful banter and I enjoyed reading the two of them interact with one another. I also love how well she uses a dual perspective to tell this story. I always enjoy (when it is done well) seeing the characters alternate in telling the story, she also gives enough of an overlap that you feel that you are seeing things from both perspectives. I have read all of the series and enjoy each and every one, but if this is the first one you are drawn to, you can definitely read it as a standalone. This is a fantastic book and I am excited to see what happens next in the Balefire Series!

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A Forever Kind of Thing by Carrie Thomas and Melinda Harris – Review by Christine Baranek

A Forever Kind of ThingA Forever Kind of Thing by Melinda Harris
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Forever Kind of Thing
By: Carrie Thomas and Melinda Harris

This is a fantastic look at the ups and downs of being in high school from the view point of two girls from two very different upbringings. The authors do a fantastic job of making you feel like you are in high school experiencing every piece of drama as you are reading. This is a great teenage romance and the authors are fantastic at creating believable teenage characters who have the kind of teenage love we all know. That tumultuous love where each truly has the others back at the end of the day. This book is amazingly well written and I definitely recommend it.

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Things Unseen series, a psychological thriller which caught my attention from the first sentence of the blurb.

The links between a hospital and government fascinated me by how it all came together. At times you are left considering the possibility that the sources of information aren’t what they’re first made out to be. The what ifs leaving you trying to decipher the meanings behind the things everyone says and does. With all the conspiracy, you are left wondering who can be trusted and desperately hoping for the best outcome for Neve and Con.

I enjoyed the author’s writing style, it flowed well and built tension with the rising danger. The characters were well-constructed, and I honestly can’t decide who I love more, Neve or Con. Neve is just a beautiful human inside and out and you can’t help but love her while Con is both respectful and protective.

I was far more emotionally invested in this story than I was prepared for and I loved it! A brilliant start to the series, I can’t wait to see what happens next.

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The Guardsman (The Olympic Peninsula Series Book 2) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Christine Baranek

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

The Guardsman
By: Cat Treadgold

This is the second book in the Olympic Peninsula Series. I read the first book, The Silent Woodsman, and was anxiously awaiting the second book. I do think this book functions as a standalone, however, I will say that I definitely recommend reading the first book first. This is due to the same characters being featured in both books. I feel that you miss a large part of this story if you are unfamiliar with the background of the characters.
This time it’s Liam’s story. He was presumed dead in a terrorist attack. His sister, however, never lost hope that he was alive. She believed in their connection. Ali (his sister) and her husband, Joe, bring him back home. Liam and Ali are such amazing characters, they are dark and twisty and completely believable. They have had such a tight bond and have been through so much. It only makes sense that Liam is completely unsure of what he wants next in is life. However, if you read the first book, you know that not only did Liam and Ali have difficulty in growing up. Joe has an incredibly complicated family. And his sister needs his help. Joe and his sister have a good relationship. Teresa is also an excellent character. I loved how she and Liam interacted.
Cat Treadgold is a fantastic author who really has a strength in creating complex, believable and relatable characters. Each and everyone one of the characters introduced in this book is perfect. They are absolutely well written and why I know that I will be seeking out more of Cat’s book’s in the future!

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Christine Baranek

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Sound
By: Anise Eden

This book is a fantastically well written romantic suspense. The characters are amazing. Neve and Con are the perfect type of romance characters. They have a yearning for each other that runs deep but neither really speaks of it and keeps it to themselves. Neve is an incredible strong heroine and Con is incredibly protective of her. However, as in all my favorite books, every character in this book is incredibly complicated and dark and twisted. This is such a very well written book that I cannot recommend enough. It is filled with twists and turns and romance, truthfully it has everything a reader can ask for!

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Christine Baranek

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

Cruel King
By: K.M. Scott

This is a fantastic billionaire romance featuring Ava and Matthias. I loved the dynamic between the two of them. I loved the dynamic that they have known each other for a really long time and that their families are super close. This added layers of complication to each of both Ava and Matthias. It is was a nice twist that she is also looking at a lifetime of happiness with Matthias’ brother. I feel that this was a key piece of the story that really added depth to the characters. I think that this book was very well written and it definitely kept me wanting more. I had a hard time putting it down! I definitely recommend this one!

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Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Christine Baranek

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sage Advice
By: Cori Cooper

This was such a sweet story. I loved Pyper as a character. She seemed so self-confident and sure of herself. She also knew exactly what she wanted. However, she also knew what she didn’t want. At first, I wasn’t sure how I felt about Pyper and her efforts to cancel prom. However, I love the bigger story that that part of the plot lent itself to. I loved the lessons that were found in this story. This story gave me all the feels and transported me back to my own high school days, my insecurities and my feelings that I really knew everything. I definitely recommend this story!!

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