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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Series Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ruthless Heir, Book 5 in the Mafia Elite Series throws a huge loop than the other pervious books. At first, I was not sure how I would like it considering it is bringing in two new characters that have not been introduced yet. The love story focus is on Luc and Summer. Luc being Lil’s long lost half brother, who has no idea he has a sister, let alone Mafia. Both Luc and Summer come from hard difficult childhoods, which is one of the things they bond over. The book focuses on Luc’s training to become the new Mafia Boss for the Brambilla Family and the new girl who he has dragged along with him, Summer. She is also on the run from another less powerful Mafia Family, the Amato’s. She keeps her cards close to her in hope that she Five Chicago Families do not turn her over. At first, Summer is there against her will, but slowly everyone, including Luc falls in love with her. As Summer and Luc work together every morning, their love connection grows so beautifully. Summer and Luc both fit excellently into the Five Mafia Families and are a great addition. Amy McKinley does a spectacular job at mixing adventure, mystery, romance and spice. I know I will not be disappointed in book 6!

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Karyn Taylor

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in a series of standalone contemporary romance novels. I had not read the first book and didn’t feel that I was missing any necessary information. It was also my first time reading this author’s work and I was pleasantly surprised by how my I enjoyed this book.
I do love the ‘brother’s best friend’ trope and this book is a great example of this. Kendall has always had a massive crush on her brother’s best friend Pete. When Kendall has to visit their city for work, she stays at Pete’s house as her brother is away that week. So while the cats away the mice certainly do play. The chemistry is off the charts hot and when they get together it’s hot and steamy.
I loved both Pete and Kendall. I also really liked Kendall’s brother Ryan too. This author has a knack for writing really great characters that are relatable and that you get invested in.
Like many romances set in the sports world, there is a great camaraderie among the players, and this is something I really enjoy reading. Again, this author does a great job here. I loved reading the banter and the ribbing that they give each other, yet they always have each other’s backs.
This is a really great romance novel that I would recommend to other readers.

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging sports romance which was a real page turner. Kendall has been in love with her brother’s friend forever, but he’s always seen her as his friends annoying sister. However, things change when professional baseball player, Pete Saunders, agrees to let Kendall stay with him while she’s in town. Although Pete is known as a bit of a player, he’s never broken the ‘bro-code’ before, “Rule number 1- don’t touch your friend/teammate’s sister. Rule number 2- see rule number 1”, but Kendall is way to tempting for him. Kendall and Pete start a relationship behind her brothers back, but Pete only does casual and he doesn’t believe in true love, so have they even got a future. I liked Kendall and Pete as they were likeable and relatable characters, and their chemistry really sizzled off the page. I also enjoyed how their relationship developed throughout the story. The storyline was fairly fast paced and the out-of-bounds relationship theme kept me happily turning the pages.

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Beverly Finnie

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m a sucker for these types of books. Everything to Me definitely fit the bill. The author pulls you in with the untouchable storyline that develops into so much more.
Pete, a kid from the wrong side of the tracks, is now a professional baseball player. He has everything he ever dreamed of. Well almost everything. When his best friend’s little sister shows up at his door on a business trip, he’s reminded of just that. One problem is that she’s off limits. Her brother Ryan would never approve of some like him to date her.
Kendall thought she could have a fling with her childhood crush to get him out of her system. That was her plan when she called Pete for a place to stay. Unfortunately it takes some convincing due to his close relationship with her brother. Never did she imagine she would struggle to stick to the terms. Or to fall even harder for him.
The author weaves a tension induced web around them that is about to go up in flames.
How does Pete feel about all this?
Will Kendall and Pete move forward?
The biggest elephant throughout, does Ryan find out?
It’s a sweet story I was sucked right into, and I think you will be too!

@placexba

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Everything to Me ( Playing for Keeps Book 2 ) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Carla Clemmons

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this romantic read and didn’t realize it was book 2 so it can be read as a stand alone! I love Kendall’s confidence and energy. The conversations flow so easy between her and Pete. This is one of those stories that flows really well and you don’t want it to end. I’ll definitely be reading more by this author because I really enjoyed their writing style. I’m a sucker for a sweet romance and this was a great one to read!

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson Review Penelope Kehrer

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Devil’s Breath was everything I wanted and more. It was sexy and hot and mysterious. The FMC, Sera, was not only a bad ass but she was so smart. We love a woman with beauty AND brains. Cassius is just as sexy and he has that tough guy exterior that only Sera can get past. The tension of Sera choosing between her father and Cassius made the drama of this book stand out. I can’t say enough good things about this book! Sera and Cassius are definitely goals.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite Series Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely Amazing! The author, Amy McKinley, definitely knows how to balance the right amount of action, suspense, and romance. “No Way Out” is focused on the story of Max (Matt) and Lilana. The book is told through both of their POV’s and I absolutely love that we get to know both of their viewpoints. Both main characters have a troubled past, and truthfully a troubled present. The book was fast-paced, but was not so fast that you didn’t understand what was happening and why. I am in awe that Liliana is such a badass, and so are the other “Mafia Princesses”. The interaction with Max and Liliana was just enough of darkness that kept you on your toes, but not so much where it was off-putting. Every page had me wanting more, and wondering what would happen next. One of the best books I have read by this author. I am looking forward to reading the second book in this series!

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Collateral Damage (Mafia Elite Series Book 6) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 6)Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Collateral Damage is book 6 in the Mafia Elite Series. While each book can be a standalone, I highly recommend reading the other books in order before reading this one. Collateral Damage focuses on the love story of Trey La Rosa and a young woman named Hailey Carmichael. Trey has absolutely no time to find a woman as he is in his residence for becoming a surgeon and is also the Mafia’s doctor. Trey recently lost his last girlfriend, and he is not looking to ever lose another person he loves. The two main characters meet at a function and Trey is slowly pulled into helping Hailey. As they continue to work together, his feelings grow enormous for her, and he is not willing to lose her for any reason. Amy McKinley never disappoints, and that is also clear in this book. This series is one of the best series I have read in a long time. There is an excellent mixture of spice, romance, and action. Her details on each man will make your mouth water. In the other books, Trey is on the outskirts, and I am glad that in this book we get a up close and personal look into his life.

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Series Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Mafia Elite Series. Even though you can read these as stand alone, I definitely recommend reading them in order, as there are sub plots throughout each book that connects them all. I absolutely loved the way Amy McKinley portrays Emiliana Vitale. She is one of my favorite characters throughout the series. Her fierceness and bravery are far superior to the other Mafia Princesses, which is what I love about her. This book focuses on Emiliana and Stephano love story. Stephano also is more vicious than the other Bosses, given who his father is, who is the scariest of them all. There is a love between Stephano and Emiliana that seems to go deeper than the other couples. Emiliana was kidnapped and held in a human trafficking ring, and Stephano is the one who saved her and carried her out. I enjoyed the building relationship between the two of them. The way Stephano is there for Emiliana but also lets her heal in her own way is one of the reasons I love this book so much. This book has more than just romance, it touches on standing up for what you want regardless of your parents, as well as key emotions both people can have after a significant trauma. I cannot wait to read book 4 as I know Amy McKinley will most definitely give an amazing story!

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Helen Dawkins

Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, #2)Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Blood Oath” had me in a whirlwind of emotions. The love story between Enzo and Sofia brought me to tears at every turn. Their love was pure and so deep. This book was even better than the first. Amy McKinley did a MAGNIFICINT job at showing and describing both Enzo and Sofia’s inner thoughts and feelings. There was never a moment you have to think what they were wanting or needing. This book had a bunch of suspense, was intriguing and lots of action. I love the history that the author gives on both of the main characters, and I thoroughly enjoyed the flashbacks each of them had. The small sub plots throughout book one carried out through this book. Even though there are so many characters, the author is wonderful at making each of their stories different, so it’s not that easy to get them mixed up or confused. I personally love the large diversity of characters and sub-plots. Even though this book could be a stand-alone, I do advise to read the first series book before starting this one. One of my favorite components of the book, is how fierce the women are. They are complete Badass women and do not need anyone, but they utterly want to be next to the one they love. Definitely a fast paced read, I could not put it down. I cannot wait to read book 3 and find out what is in store for the other characters, as well to know the ending of some of the sub-plots throughout the book.

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Captivated (Hybrid Lovers Series Book 1) by Toya Richardson – Review by Alisa Boomer

Captivated (Hybrid Lovers, #1)Captivated by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Okay, Captivated is absolutely a guilty pleasure! If you ever asked me in public if I read this book I would say “no”! It is so much steamy goodness in one little package!! I love a good Fated Mates tale but this one takes the cake (well both cales)!! If polyamorous relationships is not your thing, this is not the book for you. But if it is even a teensy bit, you HAVE to give this a try! I am absolutely following this author from now on!

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As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane – Review by Katie Matthews

As Close to PerfectAs Close to Perfect by Maria Jane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really enjoyable read. I liked the storyline and the book was really easy to read. The author had a really nice writing style which meant the story was easy to follow and it had a really nice pace and flow to it. I really liked the characters, especially Bree, she was lovely to read about. She is the kind of character who you just instantly feel a connection with and I really did feel with her. There were also some great secondary characters that really added that extra layer to the story. I really liked Nate and I was definitely rooting for the two of them the whole way through the story!
A really good read that I would definitely recommend to other readers!

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Tickety Tock (Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Tickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona ChapterTickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this book! I am addicted to anything this author writes and just the way she is able to tell a story to where you feel you are right there with everyone you’re reading about.
Be prepared for increased heart rate, from anticipation, spicy scenes and from things that go bump in the night.
Highly recommend!

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not sure where to start or how to do this book justice !

So let me start at my weakness …. Cover art is phenomenal! Once I read what was between the pages I liked it even more and it added to the suspense ….

Now every girl should be her daddy’s princess and Lorenzo really did a poor job here especially manipulating her to do his dirty work but having said that at times I felt like I had a bit of whiplash with the people in Sera’s life ….

Make no mistake Sera isn’t just smart but she’s beautiful and deadly as well so naturally Cassius will warm her heart and bed 😜

Be warned all is not as it seems !

This ticked all my boxes and I’ll be telling anyone and everyone to read it 📕❣️

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Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance review by Beverly Burkhart

Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 6)Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a page turner for sure! At the beginning there is an index of “the families” don’t let that distract you or deter you if you haven’t read any of the other stories in this series.

This story flows so good that you will not need to go back and see who is who, as you are reading it falls into place and explains for yourself. This is a suspenseful and romantic crime book however not scary or overly sexual, just enough to keep you wanting to read whats coming next. I love the family side of the book, you don’t need to be mafia to have the family connection this family has. We could all learn from their weekly dinners.

Many twist you don’t see coming at the end so read away and let this book take you in all the directions.

Reader beware it will make you want to go and read the other stories in this series and her other series!

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The True Garza (Red Cage Book 3) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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

True Garza was the “good one”; the fun-loving, easy-going one of the family. But when he meets the woman from his past that haunts his dreams, everything goes haywire. London Bridges is a woman in a league of her own and she has set her sites on the one man she can’t forget.

I loved this book! True’s story was so intriguing. I really felt the difficulties these two would have with this relationship. Great characters and an intriguing plot make this book one for your TBR list.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister
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The Cross of Ciaran Book by Andrea Matthews – Review by Misti Maggio

The Cross of CiaranThe Cross of Ciaran by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book captured me from page one. The progression of the storyline moved a little slow at one point but was well done. The world building was great, as was the character development. Caitlin took a little bit to warm up to, but Ciaran was fantastic from the start. I can’t wait to read the second book.
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Squid (Moto X Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Ashley Lape

Squid (Moto X Book 5)Squid by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For the past seven years, Levi has not had a care in the world and gave up his dream job all because his heart was shattered. Levi has everything women want. All the money he wants at the tips of his finger, sexy body, the life of the party every weekend and he has his pick of any woman he wants. Or so he thought! The night he was turned down for the first time ever would be the very same night his whole entire life would change.
Kindle is a drop-dead gorgeous bad a**. Quick-witted with her sassy remarks and hidden under her leather jacket is one fierce lawyer. She has all her ducks in a row, great job on her way to making partner with the law firm, a cozy house with a crazy roommate, Kindle has it all. At least until Levi comes barging into her life.
This is the first book I have read in the series but I was able to follow along rather quickly. It was a great fast-paced page-turner. I can’t wait to read the other books in the series.

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Everything to Me is a book about Kendall, a successful marketing associate who is in love with her brother’s best-friend, Pete, a professional baseball player. Kendall had a crush on Pete since she was a teenager, but he has never seen her that way. She tries to push her luck though when invited to stay with him while she is on a work trip in his hometown. Very quickly the two of them have chemistry, but Pete is nervous about this chemistry because he knows his best friend would kill him for sleeping with his sister. However, how can anyone resist a beautiful, intelligent, and cunning woman like Kendall – she basically persuades him a secret fling is a good idea. Is a secret fling ever a good idea, especially when feelings were already there? Will he have those same feelings for her? If he does, will his past allow him to enjoy those feelings? Is she worth losing his best-friend over?

I just loved this book for so many reasons. One, this is one of my favorite tropes – brother’s best-friend, plus it was a quick read. Two, the characters are so loveable. The banter and playfulness between them is authentic. Also, I am not a girl who really enjoys a slow-burn – well, this was far from it. Within the first chapter, shit is laid out on the table and we are moving!!! The chemistry between Kendall and Pete is amazing! I would love to read more of this author’s work!!

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Dawn Mitchell

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 2 of the series but can be read as a standalone. The characters Pete an Kendell were so fun, witty an provided steamy details in the bedroom! All the while hiding it from her brother Ryan. That always makes it that much more fun but dangerous. What happens when he finds out? Must read to find out…

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Everything to Me ( Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Jules Herbert

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This fantastic author presents us with wonderful, strong heartfelt characters, a fun storyline and enough steam at the right moments to keep you completely hooked from start to finish. What a great book! I loved the characters Pete and Kendall and going along with them every step of the way through this fun and at times emotional story. Their chemistry was absolutely off the charts! I am definitely going back and reading book one while I excitedly anticipate more from this awesome series.

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson-Review by Elena Tobar

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing dark romance with a twist. Sera is sent by her father to fill Cassius but once she lays eyes on him she feels herself being drawn in. The chemistry between the two of them is unbelievable and as much as they both try to keep their distance it’s not possible for either of them. There is so much action, and suspense and twists and turn mixed in with all of the heat and romance that I was absolutely glued to this book! Sera has a huge choice to make, love or family? Will she follow her heart or turn her back on love to please her father? This is one book you are absolutely not going to want to miss and I can’t wait to read more from this amazing author in the future!

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson REVIEWED BY SCARLET RICHARD

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book takes you to two different worlds and has you wondering how any of the characters will make it out alive. Very suspensful and well written. Cant wait to see what else this author can bring to the “book world”.

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson – Review by Lauren West

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down. Its been a long time since I fell this in love with a book, but this one hit the money spot!
Sera was an amazing female lead, and she did not back down in her professional life or personal. Together she and Cassius take you on an emotional and mysterious rollercoaster ride in which you don’t have a clue where you will end up. Cassius is this successful billionaire who likes to leave on the edge, and had quite the past . Together they had insane chemistry with perfect mixtures of drama, angst, lust, love, deception, and twists that you never see coming.

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Devil’s Breath by Lang Johnson – Review by Jess Dimmock

Devil's BreathDevil’s Breath by Lang Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a beautifully written novel with everything you need! There’s action, romance, espionage, and family drama. I absolutely love the main character, Sera. She is a strong woman who has built herself up with a horribly broken foundation. Her best friend and sister by choice, Raine, is almost the same. They have become crime lords of the first order. The only “weakness in their operation is Sera’s father, Lorenzo. He’s an abusive and manipulative man who could destroy everything.
Their most current job involves Cassius, our “Romance novel cover” leading man. He has a penchant for the extreme and he knows things are shady in New York, but when he meets Sera, he’s met his match.
When your past and your future collide and you have to choose, which way will the characters go? I highly recommend you read this and find out.

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As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane – Review by M Policicchio

As Close to PerfectAs Close to Perfect by Maria Jane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Terrific glimpse into the mind of Bree, a young woman, trying not only to find her place in life but trying to find love in a world of heartbreak. I truly felt that I was in Bree’s head, understanding all her fears, her guilt, her emotions, her thoughts, her anxiety, her everything.

Belinda Marie “Bree” Simmons just gave up her corporate job to teach high school science and coach basketball. Bree is still unsure about this job, this choice but is doing her best. Bree is coming off the 2nd heartbreak in a row when she meets a tall, pale, blue-eyed stranger with a ‘Dracula’ accent. When Nate Vasiljeva bounces into her tennis club, Bree awkwardly tells him that she isn’t dating.

Nate decides that he and Bree are going to be friends. Bree makes sure that Nate knows that they could never be anything but friends on a regular basis. Bree fights her growing feelings for Nate because she refuses to believe he could be the one for her. You can feel Bree’s struggle with her emotions for Nate.

This was an easy, gentle read. Not bad for a relaxing weekend.

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of my guilty pleasure tropes is best friends siblings, and add in sports and I will read with no breaks and be a happy bookworm.
I loved these two, they just meshed. And I liked their friends too! Kept me hooked from start to finish.

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Squid (Moto X Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Carrie Reed

SquidSquid by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

Great read. At first I didn’t feel the least bit sorry for Levi and how his life was going thus far. He made his own bed. I can understand losing someone you thought was the love of your life and the way he did could be heartbreaking but, some time has passed, move on, grow up. Kindle and Levi are great together, and I am really happy to see him thriving and bettering himself finally. My favorite part of the book is the character Claire, it blows my mind how much of a psycho and how full of herself she is, it had me cracking up a couple times because of the lunacy that is her.

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Tickety Tock (Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Bethany Rucker

Tickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona ChapterTickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dwarf is a man, who is constantly overlooked by women, because of his size. Raven is a woman, who focuses on her work so that she can forget her past. When she inherits her granddaddy’s cabin, where she spent her early years, both good and bad memories start to resurface. Will Raven’s past come back and haunt her. Will Dwarf’s insecurities hold him back? Will these two be able to put everything keeping them apart, and make it through unscathed? This is a book you do not want to miss!

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Squid (Moto X Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Hayes

SquidSquid by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Squid is the fifth book in the Moto X series by Brooke May. As with the rest of the series, this is a very enjoyable contemporary romance- with chemistry, drama, self-discovery, finding love unexpectedly, reforming wild ways, character growth and development, banter, and some emotion.
This is the fifth book in the series, but it could easily be read as a standalone. Having said that though, you will probably want to get your hands on the entire series to binge on- because one book won’t be enough to satisfy your Moto X appetite.
Brooke May has a talent for creating interesting and endearing characters who are fully realised individuals with their own unique quirks and flaws. It was so easy to connect with Levi and Kindle- and I was quickly invested in them and the outcome of their story.
Can’t wait to see what Ms. May brings us next!
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Brooke May!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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