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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Mercedes Jones

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake the billionaire has it all, except real love. The girls he dates only wants him for his bank account. He decides to take a risk and let his friends set him up for blind dates. He goes to a new dating experience where you dine in the dark and truly get to the know the person sitting across from them instead of just their looks. Jake is pretty skeptical about it.
Lauren just wants to live her life. She would like to find a man within her dating class, she is not about the money. She refuses to be seen as a gold digger, she works hard for what she has. When her roommate asks her to go on a blind date, she agrees. What she doesn’t expect is to hit things off so well. When they realize who the other one is, will they let all their differences stand in the way or will they go against the odds and find love?

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Jake (Billionaire Blind DAtes Bok 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Michaela Massie

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lauren doesn’t have time to date between working a full time job as an assistant to the head of a major business and taking online classes in her free time. She has it in her mind that if she dates, he’ll have to be on the same level as her, as she has tried her hardest to never be like her mother, a gold-digger.
Jake wants something real, but being named the hottest billionaire bachelor has made things hard for him. He’s ready to give up until his friends talk him into trying a new dating app, one that sets up blind dates in the dark.
Having both been set up by their friends to try this blind date, follow along as they discover about each other and what happens when they finally meet face to face!

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade, Reviewed by Michaela Massie

A Love RestrainedA Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A true opposites attract love story, filled with broken hearts, twisted fates, betrayal, true love, and second chances.

Kylee was always the good kid, smart and studious, who came from a loving family.
Jayson wasn’t so lucky, coming from a broken home full of emptiness, pain, and betrayal.
But even as teens they are attracted to each other more than anyone else.

Now, Kylee is a cop. And Jayson is a dealer. Two people from completely different lives find companionship and love for each other. This book is their story.

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Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Shania Webb

Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The fourth book in the series, follows Romano and Raven, a vampire and a witch who are meant to be sworn enemies, when their paths cross. Neither can deny their attraction and fascination to the other, nor do they want to, when things take a twist and Raven is put in between following her upbringing or her heart. The choice is easy for her; Romano however is already on thin ice due to how his past dealings as a master look to the rest of the Consulate, But his question is can he have both. Or does he have to choose one?

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Shelly Kittell

Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love sci fi/fantasy/paranormal. Ravena is pretty badass. She’s been in the Space Force a long time. She’s had to put up attitude and having to prove herself. She’s done a lot and is now trying to get Dravos, a space vampire (I love this, a first for me). He’s stuck as an experiment in the lab. Not really a new twist, but one you don’t see much, she’s the heroine, out to rescue. She’s strong, hard and has the courage. Dravos is soft, weak (not quite the word but closest I can do), and in need of a good woman to rescue him to keep him in check. He can’t let his vampire side come out or they will kill him. He’ll bring out her softer side and she’ll bring out his harder side. It’s a really fun story. Well-written with lot’s of action and drama. The characters help pull it all together. The flow is just right. I’m very excited this is the beginning of a series. I can’t wait for the next one to come out.

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Battling Beckett by T. Christensen – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

Battling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother RomanceBattling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good sports romance novel and this one was SO STINKING GOOD! The story revolves around Greer, who lives with her mom and whose world turns upside down when they move in with her mom’s fiancé into a multimillion mansion and is thrust into a new school. Now this is not only the huge shock, she also is learning how to navigate Beckett who is an athlete at the school and who is not thrilled that they have moved in with them. I could not put this book down! It had so many different twists and turns and I loved this story line! I cannot wait to read more books by this author!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Kayla Octaviano

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Adorable. Heartwarming. So cute! Jake is a rich man who has built his own company from the ground up, and his group of buddies decides it would be fun to set Jake up on blind dates that each of them pick for him. Jake agrees, but doesn’t believe that’s how he is going to meet the woman of his dreams. Lauren is your usual, girl next door, working girl who has always independently taken care of herself. Read this book! You will love it! It’s romantic, entertaining, and just overall fun to read! Couldn’t put it down!

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Angela Hayes

Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Into the Light is the third book in the Moon Harbor Series by Kate McWilliams. I have come into this series a little backwards because I grabbed a copy of this without realising it’s Book Three in the series…. But luckily, it can be read as a standalone, and didn’t make me feel like I was missing anything by not having read the previous books first. Having said that though, I really enjoyed the story, and I would love to know more about the other characters, so I will be going back to read the previous two books before continuing with the series.
This is an emotional and steamy romantic suspense. A forbidden romance with a ‘brother’s best friend/best friend’s little sister’ element, sweet and tender moments, intrigue, dramatic developments, a swoon-worthy leading man, dirty talk, a little mysteriousness, and more.
Raf and Ellie were so easy to like, and I soon found myself completely invested in them and the outcome of their story. I like the suspense/mystery element, it was really well done and cleverly choreographed by Ms. McWilliams. She definitely kept me completely engrossed the whole way through. Although the last part of the book did feel somewhat rushed, but thankfully that didn’t detract too much from my overall enjoyment of the book.
I am looking forward to exploring the rest of the series.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Kate McWilliams!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Sessrumnir ( Antipodes Series Book 5 ) by T.S. Simons – Review by Carla Clemmons

Sessrumnir (Antipodes #5)Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh this series has been amazing! We are with Freyja and Cam and all of the others. You learn so much about Freyja and the children in this one. When tragedy strikes and decisions have to be made to protect the children that are unique. There are plot twist that will shock you and make you read late into the night! I will say I grew to really enjoy Freyja as a character and watching all of her growth through the whole series. I love the authors idea for this story and their writing style. You feel like someone is sharing a good story with you that you can’t wait to hear the ending but dread it at the same time! I definitely recommend reading the whole series so you can understand the storyline. Such a great ending to the Antipodes series!

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Tia Martel

Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rafael has a secret he’s keeping from all of his friends. He thinks he’s cursed because when he gets close to someone they end up hurt. Since coming to Moon Harbor, he is known as quiet and reliable but he’s worried that if they knew, they’d think differently.

Ellie Waters is over being treated like a doll. She wants to love life how she wants and what she wants is Rafael. She’s all grown up now, but can’t seem to figure out if Raf sees her as more than his best friends little sister.

Soon RAF and Ellie can’t keep away from each other and they fall into the teeming romance that’s been hovering between them, but Raf’s past soon rises and threatens everything they’re building. Moon Harbor and Ellie are both at risk with all kinds of trouble coming for Rafael.

I found this short book to be a fun read with some twists I wasn’t expecting. It was sweet where it needed to be and suspenseful when it mattered. I definitely didn’t want to put it down! I’m hopeful that the other titles in the Moon Harbor series are just as fun, because I will definitely need more from this sweet town. My only complaint is how fast it was over!

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by April McCoy

Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had it all! Mystery, suspense, danger, forbidden romance. What more could you ask for! This was well written and is book 3 of a series called Moon Harbour. Side note… I did not read any others so I am not sure if they act as standalone or if I was missing anything but I felt like I wasn’t lost while reading it! It was well written with great flow and characters and I was on the edge of my seat hanging onto every word right to the very end! I loved this story and it fit right into my wheelhouse!

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Michelle Austin

A Love RestrainedA Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read.
Kylee comes across a very familiar face while on patrol. She is determined to have him charged to prove a point but it backfires on her. This is a man that she had crushed on in school and he had left her hurt and embarrassed.
Jayson had made some bad choices in high school, and he also had feelings for Kylee. Now that he has seen her again he pursues Kylee relentlessly, will she give in to him again or keep him at arms length? Can Kylee get past the choices that Jayson has made in his life?

Overall this was a great read, I really liked both characters we get dual POV which I love. Although Jayson did anger me a little here and there. The author does a great job with her writing and I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today. .

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Daryian Lucas

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.7/5 stars
This book has the potential to be good but I didn’t enjoy the speed of it. It starts out as sort of a slow burn, then escalates very quickly. It almost seems like an unreal timeline between the first few chapters and the middle of the book. I would’ve liked more depth in the beginning or a smoother transition between the main characters romance.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Amber Day

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I read the blurb, I instantly wanted to read it. I liked the premise of it and had to read it. This book starts with another failed relationship of Jake’s. He was tired of dealing with gold diggers and to be fair I can understand that. One of his friends talks him into joining a blind date app. Thus the way our hero “meets” our heroine Lauren. Lauren isn’t interested in a relationship with a rich man, yet her best friend convinces her to join the same dating app. The story flowed easily, and it was fun to read. I loved the chemistry between the two and the dynamic between the friend group. I am glad I picked up this book.

Reviewed by @awesomelyamber

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Sessrumnir (Antipodes Book 5). Book Review by Jennifer Ramos

Sessrumnir (Antipodes #5)Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such an amazing end to this amazing series. Not only did Simons keep you engaged as each book passes through and “on the edge of your seat” of what will happen next but keep you guessing of what you would do in these many scenarios. Absolutely recommended to read all these previous books in the series before truly understanding and enjoying this one. It is well worth the experience learning and growing with all these characters that are constantly challenged with themes of strength, intelligence, endurance and the true meaning of love.
As each book progresses, discoveries and unexpected surprises come about and it is up to the inhabitants of the Lewis island to decide what would be the best solution. In such dire circumstances faced with your own family, how would you best protect your children/family? Simons brings these characters into another life endeavor that helps bring a culmination to this series. Highly recommended and such an enjoyable read.

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Rachel Moss

Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good book! I wasn’t sure what to expect going in honestly, and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked this one! Especially since this is the 3rd book in a series. And while there a few references brought up that really makes me want to go read the first 2 books, this read like a perfect standalone. It had everything I love in a book. There was romance (the spice was definitely present in this book), humor, tension, mystery and suspense. This was also a quick read and I finished it relatively quickly. I can’t wait to read more from this series and especially this author in the future!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by April Smith

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book of the Billionaire Blind Date series. This is also my first read of this author and I am hooked on the characters. The author did a great job capturing the readers interest early on, with a new take on a blind date. The storyline was easy to follow and well written. I can’t wait to read additonal stories in this series because I know I won’t be disappointed.

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61331925-into-the-light” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Into the Light” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1659833318l/61331925._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61331925-into-the-light”>Into the Light</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21705156.Kate_McWilliams”>Kate McWilliams</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4999701467″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
While I did enjoy the story of Raf and Elle I found myself a bit frustrated with how they danced around one another. Raf believes that he is cursed due to something that happened in his past. Elle is also the little sister of one of his best friends. Having grown up in a rough neighborhood and then pulling himself out of that area, Raf has not only made a decent living working on a boat, but he has also made a life for himself in Moon Harbor. When it finally comes time that Raf can’t hold in his feelings anymore his past comes back to haunt him. Someone is after Elle but she doesn’t know who it is or why. When Raf is framed for the murder of one of his former friends Elle is unsure whether or not to believe him. Why is someone trying to frame Raf for something he surely didn’t do? Is the murdered friend connected to the guy that has been following Elle? This book will keep you turning the pages just to see if Raf and Elle get their HEA and whether or not they catch the person who is behind the tragedy that occurred in what was once a safe town.
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Burn (Elemental Warriors Book 1) by Joanna Morgan – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Burn (Elemental Warriors, #1)Burn by Joanna Morgan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story and the concept of Elementals, Sleepers and The Chaolt mixed with action, intrigue and spark between Brooke and Levi.

Brooke is saved from an apartment fire by a mysterious man….Levi, who is a fire elemental. He is protective and intrigued by Brooke…..and they definitely have chemistry. Levi must protect Brooke from The Chaolt as they are after her….and the elementals need to protect Earth

There is so much to this book and I do not want to give anything away….this is a really enjoyable paranormal story and I am totally looking forward to more in this series!

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Michelle Collier

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Who doesn’t love a good second chance romance. Marissa Sinclair is working on opening her art gallery when her ex Weston shows up and turns her world upside down. He is now a billionaire and has no interest in settling down, but Marissa is someone he just can’t seem to get out of his system. Will they give each other a second chance? The book was enjoyable and a quick read.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Kiana Corley

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was one of the best books I have read in a while. Very well written with an attention-grabbing plot. While you think you have figured out what will happen the author throws little curveballs that make the book hard to put down.

This book follows the story of Weston and Marissa. Weston is from a small island but left when he was eighteen and had not been back in years. Made a name for himself and a very successful business. Back on the small island, he left is Marissa the girl he never could forget.

What happens when the boy who left returns to the place that has the power to destroy him? What happens when old friends reunite to find out a lot has changed? Are second chances at happiness real or just an island myth? Read this book to find out.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Edie Kelleher

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a funny light-hearted read! This book had me giggling and smiling the whole way through. I enjoyed the sense of mystery in the plot, and found the characters banter enjoyable. My first book by this author, and I cant wait to go check out what else she has in store for me.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Shannon Fowler

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a super cute story that circles around a special blind date opportunity. Lauren and Jake are not looking for love (isn’t that always the way!) They both decide to go on the blind date to get their friends to stop pestering them about their respective love lives. Little do they know that a blind date is exactly what they both needed.

I can relate to the main character, Lauren, with her family problems, money issues, and little self-confidence, she is the most normal and realistic character I have read about in a long time. Jake is down to Earth even though he is wealthy. This author is able to create characters that are real and still fun to read about.

Jake and his sister, Catherine have the best group of friends. Here’s hoping they each get their own blind date!

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Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Edie Kelleher

Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I always look forward to the books in this series. The author has fantastic world building skills and excels at setting scenes. This is the fourth book and could be a stand alone, however I would recommend reading the series from the start. Plenty of steam, romance, action, tension and Paranormal! Grab yourself a copy and enjoy!

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Allison Davis

I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Super cute and quick second chance romance.

Josh and Mavis are high school sweethearts. After Mavis finds out she is pregnant she leaves to protect Josh’s future with out saying a world. She confides in his brother Austin and the end up getting very close. After a decade, Josh goes searching for Mavis and secrets start to come out.

Super adorable story, but it was a tad predictable, and the forgiveness seemed way to easy to me. I would recommend for someone looking for a quick second chance romance read 🙂

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Sessrúmnir (Antipodes Series Book 5) by T.S. Simons – Review by Breanne Christian

Sessrumnir (Antipodes #5)Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The fifth and final installment of the Antipodes Series, Sessrumnir takes place many years after Caim. Freyja and Cam’s relationship has hit a snag. Emotions and mental illnesses ravage the couple and their loved ones. Relationship problems end up not being the only ones, when a new threat makes itself known. This time, however, the target is the children. What will become of this new threat? Will Cam and his loved ones be able to make it through yet again? Find out in the finale.
T.S. Simons has done it again. Just like in the previous books, Sessrumnir is filled with impeccable detail, relatable characters and emotions, and keeps you wanting more. I was not wanting the series to end, but I would not have changed Sessrumnir in any way. If you are looking for a post-apocalyptic dystopian romance, check out the Antipodes Series!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Amy Brennan

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The sweetness buried in these pages, romance, intimacy that is shared between the two main characters, Jake and Lauren, is tear worthy. Really. I was walking the dog and listening to my trusty Kindle read this to me, and boy, did my tears collide with the rain. Not necessarily sad tears, but you know those tears that occur while watching a cute hallmark film? Those ones.

This novel was a very fast read for me, at least, and I enjoyed every single moment of it. I just finished it up last night in bed, and couldn’t help but feel more comfortable and content in my pile of blankets. This author lets you connect with not only the main characters, but the friend group as well, and empathize with what they are having to go through individually, and together. I loved the authors style and will definitely be coming back for more of her work soon. Highly recommend!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Jess Dimmock

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good romance. A touch of rags to riches, a dash of prideful came up on her own heroine, and just a bit of alpha male.
A group of playboy billionaires are disillusioned and over the playboy lifestyle. However, finding a woman who wants them for more than their money and fame isn’t easy. Enter a true blind date company! A dating app, no picture, and the date is chosen via algorithm, or in Jake’s case, by his friends. They can chat or not before, but then they meet at the restaurant where they enter from separate entrances and it’s too dark to see each other. Thus, getting to know each other without knowing who the other is.
Lauren is a secretary to a CEO in a top company. Her friend Catherine convinces her, after some trouble with a roommate to move in with her, and then to give this Blind Date thing a try. She agrees on the condition that they are close to her in finances as she doesn’t ever want to seem like her mother, a “Gold Digger”.
My only real issue with this book was that there was never any real conflict for the couple. I wasn’t looking for a tragedy or anything, but what was in there felt like inconveniences more than anything and that the first time they as a couple are truly tested it will fall apart. I’d say it’s a little to fairy tale-esque, but fairy tales have tragedy and conflict. Other than this, it was a really great story!

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this suspenseful romance story. This is the third book in this series which can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading the rest of the series. I enjoyed how the author used details to pull me into the story and made it realistic. This is a well written story where the characters bring a lot of heart and soul to the story. They are connectable, strong and they had me coming back for more. I enjoyed watching their growth and chemistry throughout. This is a hard to put down story that had me turning pages fast. What happens in this story you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed reading this entertaining story. I highly recommend this book.

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Battling Beckett by T. Christensen – Review by M Policicchio

Battling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother RomanceBattling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It has been Beckett Dawson and his dad since his mom left when Beckett was 4. His dad always said that women were traitorous and usually out for his money. Beckett knew this was the case when his dad brought the Smith women into his life. The mom was just after his dad’s millions, and the daughter was probably no better. That is Beckett’s mission to prove to himself and his dad. But there just seems to be something about Greer that Beckett can’t shake, can’t figure out.

Greer Smith is used to being invisible, lost in a sea of high schoolers. Moving in with her mother’s fiance has made sure that is no longer possible. A new school for her senior year, living with the quarterback who hates her, and being thrust into a world of privilege has left Greer floundering. Greer tries to balance her independence, her growing attraction for Beckett, and her old friends as her new life takes some twists and turns.

Sssooooooooooooooooooooo, I thought this was going to be another typical bully romance, but Nope, nunuhn, no way! I stayed up way too late reading one night slash early morning because I didn’t want to put it down. This book is fantastic. The story grabs you and keeps you guessing. This might not be a straight dual POV, but I LOVE how you get both Greer and Beckett’s sides. I hope that this is not the end for these two characters. Can we get them in college or in a companion story??? Please!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway, fantastic, wonderful, outstanding book.

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