This Audible story was truly one I couldn’t stop listening to. It takes you back in history when not everyone was working together. It showed you how romance between two different people were like and treated. Noémie and Richard were so well described and I love their backgrounds and stories. Well done to this book!
Reviewed by @ash18235
Wild Desire by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was perfectly fit for me I truly felt. I love anything paranormal and myself being a Earth Sign, I love nature and forests, so even the setting fit well with my soul and heart! I was entranced from the beginning, learning of the main character, and as we dove into the deeper parts of the forests, I was just wow, this is put together so well I told myself I need to read more by this author immediately!
I loved how the introduction to the novel as well as this new series for me started out. I found there was mystery and intrigue for myself as the reader leaping off the page. And to me, that is always a definite plus when I start a new book or series! Mila was a strong character who had her burns and scars from life, she had lost a great deal that meant basically a lot to her, and that was her family in well a unfortunate incident. Doing her job is what made her life worth living, and all she needed so she thought. What was in the forest, maybe even Mila would not be prepared for it, in one way or another?
Elias meets Mila. He instantly knows she is the one. They seemed to click right away, but in truth would they both give into the nature of the forests with the trees being their guides? The sexual tension between these two souls was literally was going to make my Kindle not be able to hold books for reading anymore lol. The sexual chemistry was ground breaking and brought more intrigue to my mind than I expected As I read on, things get a bit dark and the story takes off more, for Elias and Mila’s story. I was shocked, stunned, and simply on the edge of my seat at times. I honestly loved the writing style of this author and the characters this author has brought to life!
The book itself brought mystery, intrigue, suspense, and of course paranormal. I enjoyed how it made my mind fill with wonderment and wanting to know more about Elias and his kind, and I wanted Mila and Elias to have the love story both deserved and the passion they could both give one another. Yes, I was constantly cheering for these two souls. I loved how the style of the writing went about and how the novel and all that it contained came together so nicely. I loved it, and I truly need to read the next in the series, as well as more by this talented author! Seriously, read this book, you will have no regrets!
The Book of Carraig by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
‘The Book of Carraig’ is the second book in Andrea Matthews’ ‘The Cross of Ciarán’ and picks up right where its predecessor left off as we continue to follow the journey of fifth-century Celt, Ciarán Donnelly, as he returns to his homeland of Ireland and faces the ghosts of his past. Matthews expertly retains all the magic and intrigue in her second instalment and then some- it was a delight to plunge back into Ciarán’s ancient world and learn more about the Celtic and Pagan threads that bind it together. New reveals and twists and turns incorporated into the plot made the world feel richer and more alive- something I didn’t think possible with how well crafted it already was in the first book.
A major theme that ‘The Book of Carraig’ explores is the notion of letting go of the past and moving on. Ciarán is constantly torn between the fifth and twentieth centuries- haunted by the tragedies that befell his brother and wife hundreds of years ago to such an extent, he places his life in danger and incites the concern of those around him more than once. His fixation understandably also forms a rift in his relationship with his new love, archaeologist Caitlin O’Connell, and this was such a fresh breath of air- it was a realistic consequence of half of Ciarán’s heart being left centuries in the past and allowed a proper amount of focus to be placed on Ciarán’s grief of being a man out of time. What I admire most of all is that, despite the chasm between them, Caitlin and Ciarán still have an evident deep love and respect for one another. They allow each other to process their feelings and to go at their own pace- to deal with each of their inner demons before coming back together stronger than ever.
Another strength of ‘The Book of Carraig’ is its use of its characters. All of the arcs of the returning characters are continued in a way that isn’t disjunct from the first book and many evolved beyond their portrayal in the first instalment. A mark of a great sequel is how well it follows from its predecessor- how well it expands upon what was explored prior or continues to develop the characters. The Book of Carraig’ excels in this department- seeing Ciarán, Caitlin and the whole archaeology family was a delight and its clear that each of them had been written with clear purposes from the outset.
In conclusion, if you loved ‘The Cross of Ciaran’ then ‘The Book of Carraig’ is a must-read as it delivers on all fronts that made the first book great and more.
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story leaves you wanting more. Tessa a single mom is working through life trying to balance work and her daughter. Living such a busy life Tessa doesn’t have time for romance. But when she meets single hard working Tanner she might just change her mind.
Loved the fast paced book and can’t wait to read more by this author. Review by Autum Talamante
Wild Desire by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Story of Elias and Mila feels like a story of love that has overcome so many odds to be. Mila grew up being bullied for being different. She preferred animals to people. Who doesn’t? I know most days, I do. She felt the pull of the forest. After he parents where tragically killed and after being bullied by the jerk, Drake Scott, she left town. Now she is back as a forest ranger….and she put herself right in harm’s way. Drake has her back on his radar. Elias has a few secrets to hide but he has been waiting for a long time to find his mate and now she is here. He throw himself into protecting Mila. These two learn during time of trouble about each other. They go through fire and hell and come out loving each other more on the other side. Mila meets the other supes and together they battle the evil that has befallen on their community. This is a tremendous book. The action sucks you in. the characters all blend together and work in such a way that it just blends naturally. The plot just goes like a river. I couldn’t put the book down.
I will be reading the rest of the series. You have to find out what happens. This is a book that leaves you, the reader, feeling like you are part of the community. You just can’t be left hanging. Great book. One of my must reads of the year! Highly recommend!
5 Stars
Noémie’s Journey AUDIO BOOK by Victoria Saccenti
Noémie’s Journey AUDIO BOOK by Victoria Saccenti is a Contemporary Romance that I absolutely loved listening to I found myself so caught up in the story I didn’t want to do anything else but listen to the narrator. I enjoyed listening I find it very calming especially with how crazy stuff is nowadays. Anyways this is my first audio book by this author and I’m definitely a fan. This is Richard and Noémie’s story you can say opposites attract only because one’s running from the past while the other is trying to make a future. God I love these to characters and their chemistry between them is crazy. Can these two have the relationship they want /need or will it end in heartbreak? I highly recommend listening/reading this to find out what happens next. I look forward to listening to more from this Author and the narrator.
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
Single mother Kayla is caught up trying to decide between her happiness and what’s right for her daughter. Her unreliable ex is in town and begging to reunite, but she’s got her eye on Mr. Buns-of-steel, Tanner, from the coffee shop. Should she give her rock star ex another chance and be a family unit or see where things go with Tanner? Tanner has a plate full himself with several things going on and doesn’t have time for relationships. His sister has been hassling him about dating and his chance encounter with Kayla presents the perfect opportunity to get her off his back. A no strings attached arrangement should be a cinch right?
This book had me laughing almost immediately. When she is caught ogling his butt while standing in line and plays it off was laugh worthy. I got second hand embarrassment when he caught her sending a picture of his butt to her friend. If you like reading books that have relationships grow slowly and organically, have some sizzle, and have great characters I highly recommend this book.
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this romance! It’s not my first by this author but i think its my favorite so far. I was pulled into the story and didn’t want to put this one down and i thought it was well a well written story. The main characters were great and made the story that much more enjoyable. I am looking forward to more by this author in the future! I would recommend this one to any one that likes a good romance!
Happy Reading!!
Forever by Ivy Nelson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Forever: A Diamond Doms Novel by Ivy Nelson
5 out of 5 Stars
This was my first encounter with the Diamond Doms and I am captivated. Reconfiguring my budget to make sure I can add the other 8 books to my collection and I can spend a weekend tied up, reading. Holy hotness and fantastic characters!!!
Forever is the 9th and final book in the series. The story focuses on the ever security conscious Russell Adler and a new protectee, Gemma Livingston. Gemma’s life has just been turned inside out due a recent threat on her and her husband’s life. Gemma’s issues continue to mount when her recently deceased husband suddenly pops back up with her sister. Russell is trying to fulfill a promise to his friend by protecting his wife, Holly Barrett, and Gemma safe from the faction trying to take down Club Solitaire. Will Russell’s attraction to Gemma prevent him from keeping this promise?
I fell in nearly instantaneous love with so many of these characters. I now have to go back and figure out everything!! I want to know the backstory to Russell and Holly, a tender friendship. I want to know more about Patrick. Can’t go wrong with any book with a character named Marissa. Can’t wait to spend time getting to know this family of friends. Can I get an honorary membership?
Runaway to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A stranger in a wedding dress! What a way to start a book! I loved learning more about Pandora (appropriate name for the character I must say!) and Jonas – especially after being introduced to him in the first Bunya Junction book. Also loved hearing more about Sindy and Ryan from Home to the Outback! Now to wait for the rest of the series!!
Reviewed by @sparkinside
The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Third book of the series, yes read the other two first. Once again, love this author’s writing style. I feel like every book had its own story while adding to the overarching storyline. Vanessa is a fantastic character – one I want to meet. I absolutely love this series. I will be watching for more from this author!
Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What can I say? I fell in love with the citizens of Bunya Junction! It’s been awhile since I read a book set in Australia so it was great to discover this series, the characters and the setting! Ryan was the type of guy every woman wants and the way various situations were written was simply superb! Looking forward to reading the next one!
Review by @sparkinside
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Kayla fell in love with Rad, a rock star, which left her a single mother to her 4-year-old daughter Emmerson. Rad left to follow the “journey” of his life but pops up with no warning. Kayla has made do with a job she doesn’t love, but she has given up being frivolous to be the mother her daughter deserves.
Tanner is a construction worker who is working across from Kayla’s apartments. He is surprised one morning when turning around in the coffee shop is the beautiful woman he has seen watching his construction site from her window. Even more amused, he catches her staring at his behind.
Kayla and Tanner both have their plates overflowing even though they both feel the pull to the other. They agree to a no string attached relationship, but can they stick to it? As they get to know each other, and support each other as friends, will their feelings become too much to ignore anymore?
This was great story. I had a hard time liking Rad at first, he is pushy and only looking out for himself but finally being able to relate to his daughter made me like him a bit more. I like how relatable Lara Ward Cosio’s characters are. These are settings and circumstances that I have been in or have seen with my friends.
The God by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is the second in the series. You need to read first book if you haven’t. I love that this isn’t your typical romance where you know who is going to end up with who or even what is going to happen next. I loved the main characters as well as the secondary characters. I found the author’s writing style engaging. Author has done a great job with intriguing her audience.
Reviewed by @vegatina20
Runaway to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Runaway to the outback is the second book in the Bunyan Junction series by Nicole Flockton and I got to say that I really enjoyed it as much as the first one. I enjoy reading series where characters that I love from the previous books make an appearance. I enjoyed Jonas and Pandora’s story, getting to know them and following along as their chemistry grows and fall in love. I can’t wait to read book three in the series because if it’s like the first two I won’t be able to put it down until I have finished it.
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ok, so just know – this book is a bit of a cliffhanger. I love Vanessa’s heart. Her heart is right there with her younger brother. When Grey and Vanessa meet, you can just feel the heat coming off the page. I like how the author brought mythology into the mix. Something familiar to us, but then she gives a refreshing take on it. Def ready to move into book two!
Reviewed by @vegatina20
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
No strings attached was a lovely warm hearted romance. I smiled throughout the book when they were on the right path in their relationship, and groaned when they just couldn’t get it right. I thought all of the characters were realistic and genuine. It was such a relatable story that it made me think about similar situations I’ve encountered in my life. By the end of the book I was cheering for Kayla. It’s a good read.
The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The third installment in a series inspired by the god mythologies, The Bow, follows Vanessa, Raef, Grey, and Aroz as they try and fulfill a quest given to Vanessa by the Queen of the Underworld because she hates Vanessa for “stealing” her son from her. If you are a fan of Laurell K Hamilton’s style of romances where there is a lot of hot times filled in with the plot then you are sure to enjoy this series. Vanessa must go to the “upperworld” to fetch water from a mysterious waterfall for some reason for the Queen. While there is a lot of smut, that is a definite plus in my opinion. I fully and always enjoy god-inspired smut scenes because it can be anything. I would advise reading the two before this one because there are a few moments that will be confusing if you have not previously read any of Hazel Storm’s works.
The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is by far my favorite of all three stories…so far. Vanessa’s adventure is never dull. She learns many new things during this story. Things about her gods and about herself.
“Make your own light. With it, you can defeat the darkness”. This quote may just be my very next tattoo!! So much truth. So deep.
And then there’s the mouthwatering description “…his mouth is like hot butterscotch poured over salted caramel ice cream.” Ummm yummy!!
While this story ends with a happily ever after there are still some unanswered questions. And Mothers that have to be dealt with. Which leads me to believe that there will be more to this series!!
Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great 5 star read, I had a LOL moment in the beginning when these two met. Let’s just say Kayla got caught checking out Tanner’s assets. She is a single mother not looking for anything serious, Tanner feels the same way, he’s too busy with work to commit to a relationship. Kayla and Tanner come up with a mutual agreement to satisfy their needs with no commitment.
There is a twist and Kayla’s ex comes to town, looking to get his family back. Will he succeed or will her feelings for Tanner go deeper than friends with benefits?
Overall I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great and lovable, especially Tanner and his helping his sister while her husband was deployed. The author does a great job with her writing and pulls you into the story. I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today on this must read.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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The God by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The flirty and fun continues with Vanessa and mostly Grey. However, Grey’s ½ brothers show up throughout the story along with some other interesting characters, PK being my favorite.
While reading this story I get the feeling that Vanessa may be more that she thinks she is. There seems to be something extra about her.
As in book one, The Don, this story also has many sexy scenes with Vanessa not having to choose between her men…gods.
Hazel Storm has an easy writing style and it seems that cliffhangers are her specialty as this story also ends in a cliffhanger.
Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks
The Book of Carraig by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The second book in Andrea Matthews Cross of Ciaran series. I quite enjoyed this book and the progression of the story from book one. After fifteen hundred years “asleep” Ciaran is learning how to navigate this new time. Ciaran and Caitlan go to Ireland on a dig in the same place where Caitlan found Ciaran in the first place.
I have always been intrigued by archaeology and this book drew me in, topped with romance and drama and I was in seventh heaven! Matthews paints a great picture of Ireland and the surroundings. If you like paranormal romance, you won’t be disappointed.
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
My first book by Hazel Storm and I am hooked! What a fun, flirty, sexy and quick reading story. Vanessa, Grey and Raef are great characters. I am definitely team Vanessa while reading this story. Most romance stories require the heroine to choose the hero, this story has two heroes and implies that Vanessa will get to choose both!
Mortals aren’t that special but those gods…wow! The side characters kept the story going and makes me hope there will be more stories coming with them included.
This story does end in a cliffhanger which is not a happy ending type cliff hanger at all. On the plus side, good for us readers, there will be more!
Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks
Why we don’t die in Dreams by Debbie Zello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow, just wow! Why We Don’t Die in Dreams: Book 1 by Debbie Zello was amazing. I couldn’t put the book down and found myself waking in the middle of the night to read. The book follows Gavin McLean and the constant nightmares of a serial killer. Debbie Zello combines crime and supernatural seamlessly. I loved the character development with each passing chapter that you instantly knew where Gavin was. She ends the book with a shock. I promise, you will not be disappointed with this book. I cannot wait to read the second book! Great job!
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tanner and Kayla set the pages on fire!!! The chemistry between Tanner and Kayla is just magical, on so many levels. I really enjoyed how this book explored the realities of being a parent and wanting to put your child’s best interests first. Watching the relationship between Tanner and Kayla develop was magical, heart wrenching, exciting and heart warming. I laughed out loud so many times because Kayla is so honest and real. You also get to read both Tanner and Kayla’s point of view throughout the book which makes it so much better. On the surface this book might appear to be a light romance but once you start reading it, you realize that there is so much more to it than that. It really tugs at the heartstrings and had me holding my breath in so many spots. I will absolutely be looking forward to reading more books from this author.
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
No Strings Attached By Lara Ward Cosio – Review By Jeannie Anderson
I don’t normally read contemporary books as they tend to bore me. No Strings Attached however is a refreshing breath of fresh air. I love how the story rotates between Kayla and Tanner. The story of how Kayla and Tanner met is so sweet and cute. The flirting is sexy and hot while the bedroom encounters are steamy! The character development is amazing, especially in Kayla. Kayla and Tanner are so perfect together! Lara Ward Cosio knows how to write a delicious romance.
I loved this story of Noemi and Richard. Richard wants to protect Noemi really pulls at my heart strings. Setting of a small town, the racism that Noemi had to deal with on a daily basis… I couldn’t possibly imagine. There are so many obstacles as Richard is white, while Noemi is not…and the story taking place in the 60’s with some rocky times for social equality. This story is heartbreaking at times and beautiful.
Wrong for Him by Christi Barth
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
First off, I love when I can stumble upon a book in a series but still read it as a stand-alone. It’s like a special sort of magic! Wrong For Him was such a sweet and endearing book of falling for your brothers friend. It was well written and I breezed right through it! Teague and Amelia will capture your heart. Christi struck gold with the Love Lottery series.
No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Just LOVED this book!! The story of Kayla and Tanner. This book had moments of me laughing to smiling from ear to ear to my pulse racing!! Kayla is a single mom with a 4 year old little girl. She is so focused on raising Emerson while having a career of her own. A encounter at the local coffee shop, she meets Tanner. All Tanner can offer Kayla at this point is a little fun with no strings attached. Tanner has his own career while he is helping out his sister with his twin nephews while his brother in law is deployed. Things get a bit complex with Tanner and Kayla as they have this back and forth of no strings attached fun but then feelings come into play. Tie in more complexity when Kayla’s ex and Emerson’s father comes back trying to get a second chance with Kayla and raising Emerson.
I just loved this story. Sweet moments mixed with some hot moments and a sprinkle of complex feelings all wrapped into a great book!! Loved Tanner and Kayla’s story!!
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle and Elle Madison was a good read. The story had a number of twists and turns which made for a suspenseful story. Rowan’s journey has a lot of adventure and trouble and the book ended with a cliffhanger so I am sure her journey has just begun. Robin D. Mahle and Ellie Madison have created a world that draws the reader in and I look forward to reading more from them.
