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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by katie stapleton

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Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked this book and definitely was not prepared for the unexpected twist!! I am eager to read more from this author – her descriptions jump off the page. The scenes are super spicy, the characters are unique, and I like that it explores an atypical relationship in Xena’s demisexuality. The only thing that seemed ironic to me was that, in her innner narrative, Xena tries not to swear yet she can be so explicit otherwise. I got used to it though as a character quirk. Overall a compelling read and now I must read the next one to find out what happens!

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shea Gilkerson 2/11/23

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Riley and Cole seem like they’re going to be a safe haven to one another through the wild storms their lives bring to them. While from different backgrounds, they both have surprises behind closed doors that no one would guess at.

Riley, a con artist teen who is used to moving frequently, changing her appearance to blend in and who learned everything she knows from her mom, is a teen wondering what her mom has up her sleeve this time. They have moved again to a new location, and she still hasn’t switched her appearance to fit in with the crowd. However, she has never lived close to a beach before and takes advantage of spending as much time as she wants wandering and thinking. While on a stroll, she caught sight of a house party and found her way in to get a sense of the crowd. She meets Cole as she tries to filch something small to make herself feel more comfortable.

Cole, a local rich kid with everything people could imagine they’d want, has a lot of skeletons in his closet. He is attending the party at his cousins house that Riley sneaks into from the beach. As he catches her coming out of one of the upstairs rooms, he corners her. Inexplicably, they’re both feeling a strong draw and wild attraction to one another.

As the story progresses, you see more about how resilient and tough these teens are, and the screwed up things that can be happening that no one else realizes. This was an excellent way to introduce the series and I can’t wait to read deeper into their stories and watch their relationship build!

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3) by Debra Parmley – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Saving the Bellydancer was alright. It’s the author’s return to the Green Brotherhood. These books are typically shorter. They also work just as well as standalone novels. I’ve read the others and though this one is good, I can say it’s not my favorite one. You may feel differently so don’t let that deter you. Maybe even let it make you consider reading the two that came before it.
Cutter is a live in the moment guy when it comes to women. Quick, easy, move on type of guy. Doesn’t want to be tied down, despite his grandma’s urging. But having a conversation with Mrs. Brown at his fellow Navy Seals wedding makes him reevaluate his self and life.
Zarifah is newly single, after leaving her abusive ex-fiancé. Trying to protect herself and navigate life back to what it once was for her. When she consumed herself in dancing and gymnastics. Her ex started to pull her away from that, so now it’s time to find her center. What she didn’t expect to find was a gorgeous Navy Seal who can speak flowers. A man who could potentially protect her from her past but who also sees her as well.
Does Cutter have to protect her?
Are they free to know one another no issues?
That and many more questions come to mind while reading. Some of those went unanswered for me, but that could be from the shorter nature of the story. Plus its extras weren’t necessarily central to the main plot line. The author did what was needed to give you start to end. With a solid plot.

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Grace Under Fire (The Anderson Sisters Book 2) by Jennifer Raines – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Grace Under FireGrace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grace Anderson is having a hard time. She has just lost her best friend to suicide and now she must buy out her parent’s farm ten years earlier than originally planned. Her neighbor and best friend’s brother Ryan Wilson comes back to town to flip his mother’s farm property and leave, he blames himself for his brother’s suicide and doesn’t want any attachments. Of course, fate has a hand and Grace has to turn to Ryan for help.

I really enjoyed this book. This is the second book in the Anderson series but I think you can read it as a stand-alone. Ryan and Grace are great together. They have amazing chemistry and I was rooting for them from the start. I really love how the author can weave romance and complex dynamics. This book is well written and a definite page-turner.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Tonya Merritt

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is of a young man deciding to change his lifestyle and grow into a different person. By the end of the story will he be the same young boy as the beginning or will he change? L.R. Liverpool did the research and nailed the speech and gave an awesome narrative. If you are into history, cowboy type stories, this is the one for you.

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Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines -Review by La Toya Lewis

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Taylor's LawTaylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After Ella Aderson’s sister, Chrissy dies she finds herself appointed to care for Chrissy’s young daughter, Tessa. Soon she also finds herself going up against Jacon Taylor, a lawyer representing Drew Browning’s, Tessa’s named father, parents who are seeking custody of the young child. Ella finds herself attracted to Jacob but doesn’t know how to handle the attraction being on opposite sides of this case. This book is well written and structured. I really enjoyed the characters. The complex themes in the story are handled beautifully. This was a wonderful read and I really enjoyed the chemistry between Ella and Jacob. Highly recommended.

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Grace Under Fire (The Anderson Sisters Book 2) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Erin DeRoma

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Grace Under FireGrace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just as good as the first! I jumped right into this one, after reading Taylor’s Law. Once again I was captivated and couldn’t put it down from the moment I picked it up. Another tear jerker, but at least this time I knew Ms. Raines would have me feeling all the emotions. This is so well written you certainly feel like part of the family. Although this is book 2 in the series, it can be read as a stand alone but you would be missing out on a great read if you skip Taylor’s Law.

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Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines – Review by Erin DeRoma

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Taylor's LawTaylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An easy and engaging read. I couldn’t put it down once I started.
This is a very sweet love story with relatable lovable characters.
This is a bit more of an emotional read than I have been reading lately but I am so very glad I did. I lost my dad to cancer 16 years ago and I truly try to avoid books that have cancer as part of the story line. This was so very well written and I as emotional as it was to read I truly enjoyed it from beginning to end. I can’t wait to read what happens next.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, I had not read anything previously from this author, but that will be changing quickly. This book brought steamy to a whole new level right from the get go. You can feel the attraction between Vaughn and Xena just radiating off of the pages. Not only was this a seriously steamy story, but it was a wonderful romance story that I found myself laughing and then yelling at the characters and then feeling a sense of relief when things would shift again. I absolutely loved her best friend Ron, she was such a great bestie and so hilarious and fun! I loved the interactions between all of the characters and the author did a wonderful job of creating characters that you truly care about. The pacing was well set and definitely ebbed and flowed well. If you are in the mood for an amazing romance with steaminess off the charts, this is the book for you! I can’t wait to read the rest of her work!

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a rollercoaster from page 1 to the VERY END! I loved it all.
Dominic Price was absolutely Inlove with his girlfriend, Juliana Rutherford. They were from different social circles. Juliana was a rich princess and Dominic was working at country club where her family attended. They had a great relationship and her father hated it and went as far as having Dominic fired.

One night after the couple gets into an argument, Juliana goes missing. Of
Course Dominic is blamed and even get charged with her disappearance. He vows as of that day, he will do everything in his power to get even with Juliana and her dad thinking they set him up.
Many years later, Dominic has done very well for himself. He doesn’t have to want for anything. He’s got everyone and anyone he will ever need In his pocket.
When Whitney Greene shows up looking exactly like Jules, he hates her and tries anything he can to stay away from her but she is always there. She has some information for him but being she looks
So similar to Jules, he cannot even speak to her without getting angry. She even shows up at one of his private parties and he goes so far to embarrass her. Only she is not Jules. She is Whitney. I don’t even know what to say except you need this book. Who is Jules, who is Whitney, where did Whitney come from and why? Better yet, what happened with Jules and where is she. This book was such an emotional rollercoaster with so many things that you don’t expect. Grab your copy today!

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Throwing the CurveThrowing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Throwing the Curve is a sports romance between Peyton and Ryan. Peyton is a director of a community center who will be working with the Hawks, a professional baseball team. She meets one of the players, Andy, and really hits is off, however he is hiding some important information. This deceitful behavior leads Peyton to have to use Ryan, the star player on the team, to save her from embarrassment. This joint union ends up being one of the best things to happen, once the two of them stopped making assumptions about each other. What is suppose to be a business transaction ends up becoming all to real. However, each of them, especially Ryan, have some major insecurities around relationships. Hopefully he can get it together before everything is ruined.
I really enjoyed this sports romance with a little enemy to lovers motif. Each of the characters were loveable, but Ryan you had to get to know a little before that happened. By the end, he became one of my favorite characters and you could really see love develop over the page. I enjoyed how the book had male figures standing up for female rights and defending a positive treatment for them (but with that comes some negative treatment of women too). Peyton was a great character. She was strong, feminine, intelligent, but also realistic. I enjoyed her strength throughout. Overall, it was a good, fun read.

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Grace Under Fire (The Anderson Sisters Book 2) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Julie Johnson

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Grace Under FireGrace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We meet up with Grace’s family again in this second installment of the Anderson Sisters. Grace is an artesian cheese maker who’s looking to buy her family’s farm to keep it in the family. There is a lot of drama surrounding the farm and who could potentially be the next owner.

Ryan Wilson has known the Anderson family for many years. He grew up on the farm next door. His brother and Grace were very close friends until his brother’s untimely death. Ryan’s a runner…from people and situations. He does, however, enjoy flipping a great land deal over.

Can Grace and Ryan form an alliance to save the Anderson family farm?

This is an enjoyable read set in Australia. Jennifer Raines doesn’t shy away from tackling difficult issues in her stories. The reader may find themselves in the family as they read these stories! I would suggest reading Taylor’s Law if you haven’t yet either! Both of these can be read as stand alones but I would recommend them both!

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Maybe it’s been too long since I’ve read a Western, but this story seemed to go on and on. It felt extremely dense. If you like a lot of world-building in your story, this is definitely the book for that. Personally, I feel like a lot of the first few chapters could have been condensed down. The part of the story that picks up more interest starts around chapter 9 or 10. The writing style took a little bit to get used to as well as it had a memoir feel, which I usually don’t prefer.
I read to take a break from real life, and the middle part of this book accomplished that type of entertainment. There were tense moments, danger, and emotional moments. But the end felt lackluster to me, probably because it was the more real-to-life outcome and not what I’d usually want in a novel with a romance type subplot.
While this review may come across as negative, I would like to point out that a lot of effort went into this story, and you can tell. There is a lot of detail and character development. And the author has even included footnotes to explain certain things in the book, which is helpful for people who may not be familiar with the time period or references.
Overall, I did enjoy the core story of Fenimore’s adventures.

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This prequel was packed full and obviously was left with many questions I am sure will be addressed in book 1. And if this is how the prequel is then I can’t wait for the rest of the series. We have secrets, lies, and many other things I am waiting to dive into. This series had a lot of names and moving parts but the author did well to focus on who we are following and set the stage for book 1.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Kerry Carr

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow this book was a great read. I loved the twists and turns in it. It is a very steamy romance with loads of danger turns along the way I was kept on the edge of my seat not knowing what was going to happen next.
I loved the characters. Dominic has had a hard life from early on and it go even worse when he was accused and put on trial for the disappearance/ murder of his then gf Juliana. He was found not guilty and has moved on with his life all the while set on getting revenge on the people that fasley accused him. Fast forward and he has made himself a success. But his need for revenge and answers about what happened to Juliana still remain. His life was going along fine until he bumps into a woman who changes his life.

Whitney has a special gift. She can communicate with spirits. So when she hears a voice inside her head as much as she doesn’t want to she needs to help this spirit. The dangerous part is she has to cross Dominic. To make matters a million times worse she is the spitting double of Juliana and because the last person Dominic ever wants to see again.

What follows is a tale which will have you on the edge of your seat and feeling like your on a rollercoaster of emotions as Juliana trys to communication via Whitney and explain what really happened to her.
The chemistry between Dominic and Whitney is very strong and sizzles off the page but what they uncover is a situation full of danger, lies, and murder.
Is Dominic just feeling things for Whitney because of her likeness to Juliana? Or will that make things even worse when she trys to convince him she’s not Juliana come back to cause him trouble. Will Dominic be able to move on and find closure once the truth is out there or will it make his need for revenge even stronger?

It is definately a book you will not be able to put down.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

New Author? No worries! If you love hot men, steamy uncontrollable, beyond limits Erotica this is a story for you. Vaughn is not just good looking, he is a man of the world. His nightclubs, the women available to him, his little sister’s best friend and so many other avenues can be traveled in this story. Xena knows what she wants and is not afraid to go for it. Her only problem could be that her best friend’s brother should be off limits. But when these two are around each other sparks fly. I won’t tell you more as I would not want to spoil the reading experience for you. So having said that. This author has a way with words. You can actually see in your mind’s eye what she is writing. And if you love Erotica stories you must read this one. Definitely not for those under 18 or those who just don’t care for this type of story. The rest of us will be wanting and waiting for more. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3) by Debra Parmley- Review by Stephanie Driskill

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tony “Cutter” Cuttino is a SEAL and has a great appreciation for strippers but for their abilities and strong athletic bodies not for the reason you think. He wants to find a stripper that he can take home to meet his Grandma but is that even possible? Will he find the one to meet his requirements and be satisfactory to meet Grandma? Poor Cutter only seems to find the slutty ones who would never meet her approval. That is until Zarifah comes along. His friend invited him to go to a Belly dance showcase and he spots the woman of his dreams: fit, athletic, and beautiful. Zarifah has just experienced a major break-up with a very abusive boyfriend and is still hurting from the abuse. Their budding relationship is in jeopardy when Zarifah’s ex shows up at a performance and causes all kinds of trouble. Can Cutter save the day and his new- found love? Great story and a quick and easy read. The characters are well-developed and very easy to empathize with. I was in an abusive relationship and I can see my thoughts and feelings in Zarifah. Spot on! I highly recommend this book to all.

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Lauren West

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage, #4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So much goodness wrapped up in these pages. One of the best reads I have read in a long time, and so much stuff all in one book. We got Lust, love, drama, suspense, and everything that makes a book you binge in one sitting. Soliel and Tripp jump out the pages with a heartfelt story that takes on every avenue. Run don’t walk for this week!

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Angela Hayes

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Absolution by Anise Storm and Taylor L. Ray is a dark romantic suspense with plenty of mystery, drama, danger, intrigue, action, agendas, angst, intensity, murder, revenge, steam, agendas, emotion, complexity, and a bit of a paranormal twist. Trigger Warning –>Be aware that there are some darker subject matters included in this story which could be triggers for some readers, so be aware ( –> abuse, graphic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, DubCon, murder)
Dominic thought he had found the girl of his dreams, someone who he could picture spending his life with. Then all he hoped for crumbles before him when Juliana goes missing and he is imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. He’s had plenty of time to think, and to plot his revenge- his plans are coming together, and he can’t wait to see the results. Until Whitney turns up with quite a tale to tell. Is this just another ploy to tie him up in knots? He won’t be fooled again…. but he can use this to his advantage. And a deadly game begins, so buckle up for quite a wild ride as things take a dark, dangerous, and intriguing turn…
As expected, these two authors have delivered a tense and climactic read. Looking forward to seeing what they do next.
Happy Reading,

Thank you, Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tripp is the youngest of the Garza brothers. He is a daredevil. Soleil is a family friend which makes her off limits. He surprises himself when he helps her in her time of need. Considering he isn’t fond of her.

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The True Garza (Red Cage Book 3) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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The True Garza (Red Cage Book 3)The True Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

  • True and London met in Denver originally but nothing came of it. Though they had a good time. Now London is in LA working as a pi. She gets a job with red cage. True ends up being her boss. A good action and romance.

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Ashley Sugar

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage, #4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No spoilers but I love this book so much! I simply couldn’t put it down and I loved every single page! The characters, the drama, the story, the connection, the emotions, the action, the steam…all fantastic! I haven’t read the other books of this series but after finishing this I KNOW I have to go back and read the others. I need more! I highly recommend this! You won’t be disappointed!

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3) by Debra Parmley – Review by Trista Priest

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Enjoyable romance. Navy seal Cutter and belly dancer/gymnastics teacher Zarifah both have their own reservations about being in a relationship when they met and yet are exactly what the other needs. The author did a great job pulling me in and keeping my attention. I really enjoyed both the main characters and look forward to reading more by this author.

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Shannen Kern

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage, #4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! The chemistry in this book jumps out and grabs your attention from the very beginning. S. Ann Cole knows how to write an intriguing story, and this continuation of the Garza family is a home run. We get to learn more about Tripp and the girl he finds beyond annoying, Soleil. Even though he can’t stand her, he is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Will they stay on each other’s nerves, or will their feelings change into something else entirely? I couldn’t read this book fast enough, it was such an amazing read! I can’t wait to see what comes next in the series!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The 45th Parallel (Antipodes Series Book 6) by T.S. Simons – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The 45th Parallel (Antipodes, #6)The 45th Parallel by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The 45th Parallel
Antipodes Series Book 6
By: T.S. Simons
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

I hope this book isn’t the last one in the Antipodes series! I am obsessed! T.S. Simons creates a wonderfully unique world that is amazing to explore, where both the characters and setting are completely mesmerizing. The 45th Parallel and the Antipodes series itself is full of great detail and emotional pull. It takes you on this grand adventure where you will find tension, mystery, romance, and the unexpected.
I know I will be thinking about Sera and Cait for a while to come and asking myself what if? T.S. Simons gives you everything you want in a series where the installments just get better and better. I love her style and I am truly looking forward to picking up more of her work in the near future! I highly recommend the Antipodes series to any lover of the Sci-Fi genre, you will not be disappointed!

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63293669-absolution” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Absolution” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1672856128l/63293669._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63293669-absolution”>Absolution</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14696494.Anise_Storm”>Anise Storm</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5338101228″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Dominic Price has been taking care of himself for as long as he can remember. When he was accused of murdering the girl he loved, he vowed to get revenge on her father for wrongfully having him imprisoned. When he saw Whitney Greene he was adamant that she was indeed his dead girlfriend come back to life, Juliana Rutherford. Whitney has a gift that allows her to not only speak with Juliana but also see and hear what Dominic is thinking. Will she be able to convince him that she is not who he thinks? Will Dominic be able let go of his hatred for Juliana to hear the truth?
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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Michelle Collier

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Throwing the CurveThrowing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swoon! I am not sure that I have fully recovered from this book. I am on that amazing high from reading a book that puts you through all the emotions with twists and turns throughout. This book totally works as a stand alone, but if you are like me you will run out and get the first one as well! Seriously, this book is fake dating at its best. Ryan is a super hot major league pitcher with no use for the baseball groupies that hang around. Peyton finds herself in a situation she never thought she would be. Ryan and Peyton start “dating” to save face and keep the peace for a few weeks. The chemistry pouring off these two is palpable.

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3) by Debra Parmley – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the SEAL Team 12 series, and once again Debra Parmley draws me in with her relatable characters and realistic story lines. The real-world themes and how not only the enemy of the story plays out but the way the main characters handle things are realistic. We first meet Cutter in book one, more in passing but he is mentioned, and, in his story, he goes on the unintended adventure of finding his one person.
Starting out Cutter is on the way to yet another wedding of a SEAL brother, and he finds himself wondering if there is someone out there for him. Having his grandma and cousins was all that brought him back to the states after missions he didn’t need a permanent girlfriend holding him down that didn’t understand his job. Zarifah thought she found the one, until all the red flags made her find a way out, to be herself and to be happy. She was engaged but he thought the ring on her finger gave him control over her life. Being an American belly dancer makes her happy, she enjoys her job and life but her ex-fiancé wanted her to quit, and yet only focused on her dancer persona, never getting to know the real her. Cutter and Zarifah were drawn to each other both helping the other in ways they didn’t fully understand at the time. Until her violent ex returns crashing one of her performances determined that if he can’t have her no one can. Only Zarifah has a protecter and he will do anything and everything to protect her and get her free of her ex once and for all.
Will her ex be stopped in time? Is Zarifah truly his one person? Cutter loves everything about Zarifah, but can his grandma accept her? The author once again gives you characters that you can’t stop routing for. Cutter and Zarifah have a connection that is deeper than deployments and crazy exes can destroy. I once again couldn’t put down this book until I learned all of its secrets and look forward to hopefully another book in this series. Quick reads with real world situations and happy endings.

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Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Lucky StarsLucky Stars by Fantasia Yu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lucky Stars is a modernized sci-fi version of Audrey Hepburn’s Roman Holiday. I was intrigued by the cover and the description in the cover blurb. Princess Mora is being put in an arranged marriage to merge two families and not getting to live her own life. She makes a break for it, and adventure follows. This is a quick read that has kept me wanting more. I always enjoy sci-fi romance, and space pirates add another level of fun. I enjoyed Mora and Darin, the rebel pilot. The two are a good match, and I looked forward to getting to the end to find out if there was a happily ever after. If you are looking for romance, sci-fi, fun, and of course, space pirates, this book is for you. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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Handle with Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn reviewed by Tabitha Montero

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Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1)Handle With Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Hunter and Selma both drs, are trying to navigate a relationship but with past damage. Her, an abusive marriage and him, loss of a loved one. Selma gets some surprising news and gets spooked and runs away to work with drs in a third world country.
A deadly outbreak spreads fast and kills many. The drs work quickly to save who they can, find out where the disease came from, who made it and why.
The author for sure did lots of research for the medical portions of the book. It seemed to be written in the format or a journal and for me personally I didn’t like it. The timeline sometimes skipped back and forth.

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