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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Christine Baranek

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hero Complex
By: Isobel Reed

Wow! Each and every book in the Bluestone series is better than the last. They definitely all can be read alone, as they each focus on different people in the small town, but I won’t recommend doing this because you miss the charm of Bluestone by reading them in isolation. In this story we meet Ace who is a former Marine who has come to Bluestone to start over. He was injured very badly in an accident and wants somewhere small where he can feel hidden. He starts living in a cabin on the property of Ivy. Ivy inherited a ranch from her grandparents and she wants it to continue to succeed. He brother helps financially but he does not help out physically. That’s where Ace comes in. He is working to stay in a cabin. Ivy thinks she can handle anything that is thrown at her, but she didn’t expect the old boys club that is ranching. Ace comes to her rescue and the rest is well its found in this amazingly written book. I loved this book so very much, Ace and Ivy definitely were great characters who were flawed and who really needed each other. I found myself rooting for them at every turn. I also cried like a baby throughout this one as each keeps thinking they are doing what is right. This book is fantastic and I can only hope that there is more to come in Bluestone!

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Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Bound by the HinterlandsBound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bound by the Hinterlands is a fantasy romance tale and is an intriguing read.
The development of the story was done well. Her world building and her vivid words make the world seem real. The journey is full of darkness, panic, tension, turmoil, danger, and drama this story gets more interesting as things unfolds.
What is within the oppressive darkness in the forest?
The characters were well written, crafted, developed and real. There are those you will love and those not so much. If I came face to face with some of them, I would give them what for a taste of their own medicine.
Cressida longs for a life of her own. To be free of the constraints placed upon her. Unfortunately, that is not in the cards. Cressida is one of those characters that you become invested in. So much so that you want to grab by the hand and help her get to where she wants to be.
Will she find what she is looking for? Will she be seduced by the secrets in the darkness? Will she lose her way?
I am looking forward to seeing what Bree has in store for us next and where she will take us.

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Christine Baranek

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Tools
By: Isobel Reed

This book is freaking fantastic. This is the first book in the Bluestone Series and I definitely cannot wait to read the other books. Bluestone is a small, rural ranch town and this book definitely gives so many good feels of a small town. It features two of the most amazing characters. Lilly is running away from London, from the life she knew. She is running towards … Well she isn’t sure. She knows that her father, that left her when she was little, has left her a hardware store and an apartment in Bluestone. She knows that she maybe wants to know something about him, but she also knows that she isn’t happy in her real life right now. Jake is working on a ranch with his sister. He has never had a real, serious relationship and the new girl in town has caught his eye. What he doesn’t know is that his sister also has caught the new girl’s eye and they are about to become the best friends that the other needs. This new revelation complicates things, because if he wants the new girl he can’t do what he has always done. But he is also the first to admit that Lilly (the new girl) has a different effect on him. He definitely feels things that might seem like this relationship might last.
Lilly and Jake have an amazing relationship. Their banter with each other is amazing. Each is very flawed in a very relatable way. I know I related to Lilly on so many levels. And Jake he just seemed so genuine. I also liked that Jake knew Lilly’s father. I feel like that really helped add depth to the story. I love knowing that this is a series as there were so many characters that were introduced that I really want to know more about – Sam and Duke, Lilly’s sister, Teddy at the bar. I love the small town feel and it made me want to up and move to Bluestone, it seems like a place that would feel like home.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance which kept me captivated throughout by the wonderful characters and heartwarming storyline. Ivy is desperately trying to save her ranch, but her clients are sexist, and so to placate them she pretends to be engaged to retired Marine, Ace. Meanwhile, Ace came up with the idea of a fake relationship to get to know Ivy better, thinking that he would never stand a chance with her. After all it’s not just internal battle scars that caused him to be medically discharged from the military, but scars on his face too. Ace has trouble looking at himself in the mirror and so believes Ivy would never find him attractive. However, Ivy is very attracted to the handsome ex Marine, but wishes he would get over his ‘hero complex’, and trying to save her all the time! Although they both want to turn their fake relationship into a real one, they are also both wounded in their own ways. The wide open spaces of the ranch and ranch life was brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative and I felt immersed in the story. I loved Ivy and Ace and felt invested in their romance, and was hoping they would get a HEA. A lovely read, and one which I recommend.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Obedience is about a girl named Cassandra Blackstone. Cassandra is a silk aerialist who has always wanted to be mentored by one of the greats, Chandler Moreau. Cassandra auditions for the school that Chandler’s family owns and receives a full scholarship, mentorship, and a job as a teacher assistant. I won’t go into too much detail because there is a lot of things that happen in this book. Long story short, Cassandra is borderline obsessed with Chandler and he seems to have similar feelings once he saw her perform. He is quite older then her and recently divorced so he is seen as a little bit of a grump (not to mention he hates his father). While infatuated with each other, this is not a love at first sight type of story – they each have a lot of baggage and secrets. They do end up falling for each other, but at what cost. Chandler’s family is evil from what we have seen so far and Cassandra is trying to rid the evil from her former life. That doesn’t really bode well for falling for a guy who has evil in his blood. There is this back and forth of information throughout the entire book and is left on a cliff hanger.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. I think it provided something a little different then what I am use to reading so that was refreshing. However, there is a lot of information to pay attention to so I had to make sure that I wasn’t too tire while reading. As for the characters, I thought they were interesting. I didn’t love them but didn’t hate them either. Chandler seems a little overbearing and overprotective, but I am sure there is a lot of reasoning behind it. However, I do think he is a little controlling as well, and while I normally love that in a male character, for some reason it just wasn’t hitting the same for me with Chandler. As for Cassandra, I thought she was smart, elegant (in her craft) but a little naive. However, there is a point where she just says what needs to be said and does what needs to be done. I do love that when came to the love story there wasn’t too much build up – however, there was always another secret around the corner. The romance built up so good, but then at times I wanted more. I will read book 2 because I now need to at least know what all the secrets are!!

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Tausha Treadway

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ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow. This book is a emotional roller coaster and its so good. Its the story of Cassandra who has been obsessed with aerialist Chandler since she was 13 and her parents took her to a show. When her parents died not long after in a fire she became even more infatuated with him. She has one goal in life and that is too become a silk aerialist just like Chandler and work with him. At age 25 she auditions for his company and he is a judge. She makes it and she inspires Chandler so much even after his divorce and a injury she is just what he needs to motivate him. They soon become more than coworkers and it is a very fast and furious love affair. Will they be able to continue to work together and have a relationship or will their past come back and mess it all up? This is a fast paced, hot romance that is very emotional. Can’t wait for the next book!

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Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Bound by the HinterlandsBound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites for sure. I found this fantasy story easy and entertaining to read. It is a well written story about how far and what are you willing to risk to save someone. What has instore for these characters you don’t want to miss. This is a hard to put down fantasy story that is fast paced and engaging. The characters pull you into their world with ease and kept my attention throughout. They are strong, relatable and creative characters that add so much to the story. I enjoyed watching their growth and chemistry throughout the story. This is a story that you don’t want to miss. It took me on an adventure of romance and survival. I highly recommend this book.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book from the start, as Ivy doesn’t really hold much back with her words or actions despite her best efforts.

Ivy’s ranch is flailing and she’s out of options until her ranch hand Ace opens his mouth and makes an announcement, to all of their shock.

Watching them work through their issues both personal, professional and mental was a ride but so worth it in the end.
I enjoyed all the people we met and I especially loved Ace’s mom!

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123238124-hero-complex” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1678722757l/123238124._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123238124-hero-complex”>Hero Complex</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21372915.Isobel_Reed”>Isobel Reed</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5584020109″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Book three in the Bluestone Series we follow Ivy as she struggles to keep the family ranch afloat and battling to maintain control of her business when most of the clients are male chauvinists, they feel that they should be working with a man. Ivy’s brother is not interested in working on the ranch. <br /><br />Enter scared military veteran Ace, looking for somewhere to work away from his past, Ace starts to work for Ivy and after a month, after seeing how she is treated by one of her clients, he states that they are more than boss and worker… <br /><br />Starting off a fake fiancée relationship, where feelings are involved before the fake starts but that neither of them feel good enough for the other. <br /><br />There is a hint of stress alongside a huge amount of fun as we follow these two as they navigate their relationship, hiding things from family, friends, and each other. <br /><br />I really enjoyed this book. <br /><br />
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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Kerry Carr

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 6th book is the Popov Boys series. This is one of those series where each installment is just as good if not better than the installment before which just goes to show how great the author is at keeping the stories fresh and with new ideas.
This is a great age gap romance which is also full of danger, Suspense, kidnappings and risk being taken that could be lethal.
I really like Efrem’s character. He is trying to make up for being born into a family who have done wrong. He doesn’t want to be the same so he risks his life every night trying to make the city safe and protecting innocent people disguised as Punk.
When he takes a job as bookkeeper for a record studio the story really gets interesting when the attraction he feels to his boss Miranda is really intense.
Miranda is a strong willed, determined woman who is on a mission to find Punk who she believes is responsible for murdering her brother. However she is asking questions and looking for answers in places that are going to put her life in danger.
What will happen when Miranda realised that Efrem is Punk? Will the chemistry they have between them be enough to overcome that and find the truth or will Miranda’s hunt for her brothers killer put them in a situation that is dangerous to both of their lives.
This is an edge of your seat Mafia romance which you won’t be able to put down and the twists and turns will keep you guessing from beginning to end

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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Katie Matthews

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Punk was a brilliant read! From beginning to end I was completely hooked on what I was reading. Miranda is such a strong character, I really liked reading about her. There was such a great connection between her and Efrem, you could really feel it coming off the pages. I really like the authors writing, she keeps your interest throughout the story and I found myself struggling to put the book down at times as I couldn’t wait to see what happened next. I’ve dipped in and out of this series but I absolutely must make sure that I read them all. A fantastic read and one that I highly recommend.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Katie Matthews

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hero Complex was a lovely romantic read and one that I thoroughly enjoyed. The authors writing was really engaging and she created some great characters that I fell in love with straight away. Ace is one of those characters who you can’t help but fall in love with, his story was so raw and heart-breaking at times. Ivy was a wonderful character to read about too, she had endured so much loss in her life I just really felt for her. I loved the two of them together, they had such a genuine connection and they did help each other.
A really beautiful story and one I would highly recommend!

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Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Bound by the HinterlandsBound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! This is a fantastic paranormal romance. Cressida and Caravahl have a romance to remember. She’s thrust into an arranged marriage in a strange land. Caravahl has to risk it all to save his land and Cressida. The characters are very well-written. This is a love for the ages. So beautiful. The plot runs so smooth. I am amazed at how well the story flows. The chemistry sparks as the romance develops. This is flat-out a must read of this year.

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Sleeping Love by Natalina Reis – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Sleeping LoveSleeping Love by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wasn’t sure what to expect going into this book. It is a more modern take on Sleeping Beauty. When I say modern, I mean it in the form of the love interests in this book and the updated surroundings. The reason I wasn’t sure what to expect is because whether we want to admit it or not we all have preconceived notions when it comes to a retelling or even to using the same plot lines just enough to draw reference. There is magic, love, friendship, and fantasy. This version allows for you to take what you thought you knew about a Sleeping beauty story and have it recreated in your mind to the possibility of what it would have been like if the main characters were both males. This story builds and builds which shows character depth and world building scenarios. The magic that is involved isn’t done to where you need a glossary of terms to understand. This made the book enjoyable for me to read. It was classically done with an amazing twist. I highly suggest reading this book to allow yourself the opportunity to reimagine what Sleeping Beauty could be like. It is a quick read that you will find yourself falling in love with the story as it progresses. I highly recommend reading this if you like a twist on a classic.
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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Angela Shirley

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Efrem Popov is struggling to find his space in the world, being from one of the most dangerous families their reputation always muddies the water to who he is. Once making a deal with his grandfather to disband the illegal side of the family he is still hiding his secret from his family, but one day he decides to leave the family business and find a job on his own. That’s when he finds Miranda and she recuses him more than she will ever know.

Miranda is locked in a nasty divorce and is struggling with her business until one day in walks a young man looking for a job, she has a opening for, he sets to work discovering what her ex-husband and friend was up to and finds a whole heap of dog poo to unravel. Efrem helps Miranda uncover the embezzlement, but more drama follows when her stepdaughter shows up pleading for her to stay with Miranda.

As the story goes on Miranda and Efrem discover feelings for each other but with Efrem’s dark secret and Miranda’s ex-husband can the couple survive the pressures and become one with each other.

OMG, I love this series. I have devoured every book but this one I confess is my favourite as in the other books you get a glimpse of Efrem, but this book lets him shine. I love the interaction with his family and that the emotion of him being lost in a world of violence. Miranda is the quiet calm to Efrem, and the chemistry sparks off the page regarding these to beautiful characters.

As always, the story is well written and flows effortlessly drawing you in to the world of Bratva and Efrem’s reality. I hope there are more books in this series as I am not ready to give up the Popov’s just yet.

Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Melissa Fink

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ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book I have read by this author and I am blown away. I love the writing style she has. The book had a lot of romance, thrill, and suspense. She had me on edge wanting to know what happened next. It was definitely a page turner for me. I love a good book that’s on the long side, and this book was that! The world building and characters was well thought out. I can’t wait for the next book, so I can read that one as well.

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When Tessa Talman first meets Simon Fremont, not only is she attracted to him, she’s intrigued by how different their lives are. He’s a dedicated scientist, practical, pragmatic, and grounded. She’s a head-in-the-clouds romance author. As their relationship grows, they meet in places around the world, while continuing to live in different countries.

Though their feelings for each other deepen, their priorities remain the same. Simon is in a hurry to be financially sound and settle down, but Tessa is enjoying her freedom and newfound success. Neither is willing to give in, but as each goodbye gets harder, Tessa begins to wonder whether fame is the path to happiness, or if she has everything she needs in Simon.

Just as Tessa finds the courage to go after her own happily ever after, the unthinkable happens, separating them in ways she never imagined.

To move forward, she must let go of the past and determine once and for all if love is truly more powerful than the pain of goodbye.

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Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski

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Burdened by a controlling and abusive father, Cressida has only ever had one dream: to make her own way in the world and forge a new life on her own merit. But her life in Bolingbay was never hers to rule. And the moment she felt the sweet whisper of freedom, it was just as swiftly ripped away.

Having not been blessed with talent or beauty, Cressida is caught off-guard by her abrupt and shocking arranged marriage to the handsome, silver-haired Baron Caravahl Alzeid.

      Frustrated at being bartered like an object, Cressida begrudgingly accepts her fate as she journeys toward the Hinterlands, the land of the outcasts – and her new home.

Upon her arrival, things begin to feel amiss. Unexpected guests cause panic and turmoil; and there is a darkness to the nearby forest that never seems to wane – a sinister mystery shrouded in secrecy and silence.

Still, she can’t help but fall in love with the land and the people despite the threats lurking around every corner. And the more time she spends with her infuriating new husband, the more difficult it is to resist the pull of temptation. 

       But when everything begins spiraling out of control, Cressida finds herself in more danger than ever.

And to save her from darkness, Caravahl will have to risk it all… his life, his kingdom, and his heart.

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Having lived all her life in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, author Bree M. Lewandowski incorporates all aspects of her life in her writing. A ballet dancer at a young age, continuing to teach ballet through her career as an author, she often turns to the tumultuous world of dance to find threads of a story. In love with classical literature, her writing not only pays homage to the style of writers like Dumas and Hugo, she also believes in creating main characters who are larger than life. Yet, struggles with body image, mental and emotional health, and the strained relationships so many have also play in and out of Lewandowski’s writing. In the end, all these attributes combined, she loves to tell a love story.

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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by M Policicchio

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love Efrem. He is sweet and caring and adorbs and knows how to make a woman scream. Where can I get me one of him?

Miranda is in the middle of a nasty divorce. Her soon-to-be ex is a jerk of the highest order and he is only getting worse. The soon-to-be ex sends his daughter to live with Miranda because he can’t be bothered with a teen anymore. Miranda is finding more and more reasons she is glad he is going to be an ex real soon.

Efrem has a secret. He is a vigilante so that he can even out his karma. He holds on to guilt for his role in a family tragedy he is not willing to let go just yet. He decides to distance himself from his family to get his head straight and meets Miranda. There are instant sparks! He manages to get Miranda to agree to hire him. Now he just has to figure out how not to seduce his boss.

As Efrem’s secrets are revealed, he accidentally puts Miranda and her stepdaughter at risk. Now he has to step back into the role he doesn’t want anymore to keep them safe. Will Miranda forgive him for his secrets? Can his family forgive him for his role in the tragedy? Can Miranda get away from her ex?

This action packed thriller will keep you flipping pages just to find the answers to those questions. The tension! The author put together another amazing, fantastic book in this series! If you haven’t read about the previous Popov Boys, start here and then catch up!! Efrem is worth it!!

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Twisted Bond by Danielle Jacks – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Twisted BondTwisted Bond by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Speechless. This is the first book I have read by the talented Danielle Jacks, and I’m hooked. While the cover is certainly eye catching the synopsis is truly what pulled at my curiosity. Told from the dual perspective of Rose and Titan, the author takes the reader on the love story adventure you never knew you needed.
Rose is part of the Wolfbane coven, the moonstone that was the source of their magic was stolen long ago by the Dutchmen coven. Titan is the prince and next ruler of the Dutchmen coven. With a somewhat of a slow start the book opens with Rose and four other potential suitors arriving in the Dutchmen realm as the prince has come of age and needs a wife. Titan is instantly drawn to Rose; her look and her rougher ways reveal that she is not the noblewoman she is portraying to be. The other women quickly notice the prince’s interest in Rose and when given the chance to help her leave one takes it only for it to backfire. Getting a chance at completing her mission Rose succeeds but at what cost. They both have an infatuation with each other, he is determined to keep her as his and only his while she desires to be his she has a duty to her people and her older sister. The twisted bond between the Rose and Titan is threaded between love and hate, mixed with raw attraction. Blood spilled on both sides, futures reclaimed as their own, and a connection that leaves them confused but eyes only set on one another.
Can they escape the fates of the curse that bonds their families together? Are their feelings for each other real? In a world at war, and the smoke finally settles can love win? The world the author creates is a fairy tale that comes crashing down, the reality of actions long past leaving the descendants to pick up the broken pieces. Rose is one of the most amazing characters I have ever read about, her spunk and determination but also her heart and loyalty. She sacrifices so much in hopes of doing the right thing and at the end of the day she finally realizes that her greatest desire is to do what truly makes her happy without fear of how others will see her. Titan, while in the beginning seems like he will be the ultimate villain of the story ends up being just as interesting as Rose, his growth and development becoming worthy of Rose’s affections. Whilst on the edge of my seat the ending left me feeling satisfied and hungry for my next read by this amazing author. The perfect read on a rainy Monday.

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Sleeping Love by Natalina Reis – Review by Gabrielle

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Sleeping LoveSleeping Love by Natalina Reis
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is an interesting retelling of a fairytale sleeping beauty. I enjoyed meeting Ayo and Yi and getting to be along for their journey. Magic and Eastern kingdoms take center stage in this story. It was nice to see Asian main characters. Yi and Ayo are both strong characters and must fight hard to find their happy ever after. Their story is a sweet romance filled with a nice mix of cation and emotions. Not only do we get the main story but many of the supporting characters have their say. The plot is good but does drag in some places. The author does a nice job of bringing a new twist to an old tale.

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Sleeping Love by Natalina Reis – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Sleeping LoveSleeping Love by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sleeping Love is a fantasy, MM romance bringing a fresh take to the Cinderella fairy tale. I was wondering if I would fall for this book because it is difficult to bring a fresh take to a tried and true story. This author took the story and added so many unique elements to make it her own. One element I enjoyed was the Eastern influences on the characters, setting, and world-building. Ayo and Yi are a fascinating match. One is royalty, and the other a pauper. I was rooting for them to break barriers and become so much more than friends and not be torn apart by their circumstances. If you love fairy tales, Eastern mythology, fantasy, and more, this book will not be left on your to-be-read pile long. I look forward to reading more from this author soon.

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 3) by KG Fletcher – Review by Felicia Bates

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #3)Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It’s been a really long time since I last read a KG Fletcher novel and I’m not sure why… as soon as I picked up Breathless Love, I remembered why I love reading this author. This was the third book in the Bennetts of Langston Falls series but easily read as a stand-alone. I enjoyed that the storytelling was duel perspective with both Ella Mae and Hank and how it would “back track” ever so slightly so we really did see both sides of the story. This was a great story with a lot of emotion surrounding both love and loss. As with any well written story, the plot wasn’t all rainbows and butterflies but it was realistic and heartfelt, keeping my attention from start to finish. I really look forward to catching up on the first two books in this series (and then some!)

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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Shannen Kern

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Punk (Popov Bratva #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! This book far exceeded my expectations! I don’t typically read this specific genre, but I am so glad I decided to pick this up. I read this book as a standalone and felt like I got through with little to no confusion. After finishing it though, I’m going back to pick up all the previous books in the series because it was *that* fantastic. I don’t want to spoil it for anyone, so all I will say is that this is an absolute must read. Leslie Georgeson has made it to my author watch list after this amazing book. If you enjoy romantic suspense books with a Mafia theme, you will absolutely love Punk!

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Reaper (War Brothers MC Book 1) by Bianca Lee Ward – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Reaper (War Brothers MC, #1)Reaper by Bianca Lee Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love MC books and this is a new to me author so I was excited to jump in. I liked this story but wished we could have gotten more on the MC itself but that’s me being greedy.
I actually loved the strength Ava had in this and her growth in a short amount of time. Reaper was just what she needed.
I hope we get to see more of this crew!

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Shannen Kern

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes! I love the story of Lily and Jake! This is a quick love story that I lost myself in for the afternoon. There are plenty of emotions, but the main theme is romance with a western, ranch vibe. The author does an amazing job weaving the funniest quips throughout the story, and I was laughing out loud at some points. I love anything to do with cowboys so this was right up my alley. If you’re looking for a feel-good, contemporary western romance, pick this one up! You won’t be disappointed.

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Savage Truth: A Dark High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2)Savage Truth: A Dark High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have really enjoyed getting to know a little more on Cole and Riley and the suspenseful conclusion (at least for now I hope) .
I highly suggest reading the first 2 books before this, the prequel and book 1, as it’s all needed to understand the dynamic and what’s going on in this story.

This like the previous brought the drama, the chemistry and the unexpected. I will not be giving many details as it’s best to read for yourself and I will not be responsible for giving even a tiny spoiler even by accident.

I cannot wait to read about the rest of this bunch (I hope they all get a story) as I would love to see things from others perspective but also how their stories go.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Shannen Kern

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the third installment of the Bluestone series! Ace and Ivy have an amazing chemistry from the beginning, and I love to see the way things progress. The author did a great job drawing these characters towards each other and creating their own little world. I enjoy the dual point of view, but it did feel like sometimes the view switched too quickly which drew me out of the story for a moment. Once I got into the groove though, it was a cute and fun read for the day. I recommend picking up this series, especially if you enjoy contemporary romance with a western theme!

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Cecily in the City (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 3) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Cecily in the CityCecily in the City by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This YA book is full of all the emotions…angst, fear, love, loss, and finding yourself…you know, normal teenage stuff!
Cecily wants to make a name for herself, and a modeling opportunity in New York is the perfect way to get her foot in the door. With the support of her family, friends and her pop-star boyfriend, Andrew, she believes she can do it. However, when she finally gets to New York, and gets the opportunity to act, she finds her support system dwindling and learns that there are people out there who just want to see her fail. However, Cecily’s determination is admirable and is definitely worth reading!
I found this book tugging at my emotional heartstrings…and I was here for it! As the mother of teenagers, I wanted to see Cecily thrive and find out who she can be. The author did an amazing job at tackling real-life issues (even on a more grandiose scale with the characters being “famous”)…but the underlying themes are relevant. I enjoyed reading this book!

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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another wonderful book in this series! I enjoyed the secrets, the unknown and the storyline. We really are able to dig deep into the thoughts and lives of this couple. Not everything is as it seems as we learn the “whys” of a few things and the “hows” of others. I really liked that Miranda is a strong businesswoman that started her own company. That showed her gumption of sticking even when things get tough. Efrem is the hollywood sexy guy and has a determination to redeem his past and cross boundaries with his new boss.

Overall it is a good story. We see characters from the past stories as they become involved with Efrem or just cameos. Either way its always nice to see them. The story seemed overlong at times with all the introspection of their own feelings over and over but it did give no doubt to what each was thinking. I did like the title especially when the definition(s) popped up!

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