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Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos – Review by Faith Jackson

Kissing ScarsKissing Scars by Jim Shomos
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely fell for the characters and their love story EXCEPT their differences but somehow that didn’t stop them from winning love together. This book hit me on a deeper level than just being a love story though: It was one of true love, compromising and what relationships with others are really made of. From the way this author wrote to the way the cultures blurred together made this story much more beautiful to the reader in unexpected ways: in magical ways, this book is highly recommended!

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Shelly Kittell

a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56818188-sons-of-sindicato” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”>Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shaw is an amazing kick-ass defense lawyer who has gone through some shady things in her past One of those is back to haunt her as she makes partner. Will she be able to keep her law career or will this affect it? Mmmm, hot son of Sindicato mob boss, Seth, has it bad for Shaw. They have been dating in secret. Where will this lead? An intriguing tale of good vs. evil with some hot romance mixed in.

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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Sara Shalovelo

Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven, #3)Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Supernatural books are like a second home to me. It is a world I love reading about, exploring and reliving over and over again. So finding this book, I had really high hopes and I wasn’t disappointed.
For me, this book is more than just about two different supernatural beings coming together. It is also a struggle about rebuilding and self discovery after a traumatic event. Sad as that part is in the book it felt needed. For this isn’t just a love story but more. Reading what the character went through.. it really added that extra element in not only grabbing your attention but watching some serious character growth.
Over all, I really loved this book and I can’t wait to read the next one!

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Sara Shalovelo

May 23rd, 2021

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting WishesDirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zoe Merrill has it all: a good job, a boyfriend, and a shared apartment in London…until her picturesque life takes a nosedive, and she suddenly loses all three. Meanwhile, aspiring actor and ex-best friend of Zoe’s brother, Damien Chuke is going through some hard times himself. When a misunderstanding leads to a rather convenient lie, neither Zoe nor Damien are wiling to tell the truth about their situations and are forced to fake a relationship. Despite the obvious, Zoe and Damien have a serious amount of chemistry and their ‘fake’ arrangement becomes more complicated than the original plan. Full of steamy scenes, real-life complications, and romance, Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes is a short and sweet standalone novel.

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Naomi McDonald

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection, #2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sleeping Angel is the second book in the Soul Connection series. It can be read as a standalone, although Scott, the main character in the first book is present in this book as well. If you want to find out more about his story before you sink into this one, it’d be a good idea to read the first book.
I’m giving this book four stars for creativity. The story was an interesting take on the paranormal, but there was also a lot – A LOT – of things going on that you have to keep up with. In some ways that’s good because it builds suspense, but in some instances, it feels like too many layers and a bit convoluted. I feel like it would have been a great story if there hadn’t been so many directions to go on the surface and there had been one or two that were explored in more depth.

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Ashley Dover

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Jones and Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Braelynn Shaw is a criminal defense lawyer for Braxton and Wexler, one of the most prominent law firms in New Jersey. Her most prominent client now is the leader of the Sindicato. Her most recent case was to help get the youngest son free of an attempted manslaughter charge.

Seth Giordano is the youngest son of David Giordano. He’s hot-tempered and fully in love with his lawyer. He would do anything to make sure nothing bad happens to her. They’ve even kept their relationship a secret from his family because his father believes that he should marry an Italian woman.

The Sons of Sindicato is full of all the twists and turns you would expect (and not expect) when a lawyer becomes involved with a member of the mob family.

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Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting WishesDirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Book 1) – Danielle Jacks

5-stars

This story was short and sweet with just enough detail to keep me captivated and intrigued. I loved all of the little details and the drama and of course the steamy banter. I really liked how this author managed to create two really great characters that were easy to connect with.

This was my first book by this author but it certainly won’t be my last! I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone looking for their next romance read!

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Blue Summer Part Two by Everly Taylor – Review by Tamisha Janay

Blue Summer Part TwoBlue Summer Part Two by Everly Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was more than ready to dive into this book head first. After part one, I was left wanting more and I was not disappointed. Lillie has such a great relationship with these guys after feeling like she never belonged anywhere and it really speaks to your heart. Each guy has something different to bring to the table, but no one is prepared for what Lillie brings. I loved that there was some closure on some things in this book, but if it were to turn into a longer series, I’d definitely keep reading!

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Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Love UnexpectedLove Unexpected by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna is a contemporary romance that pulls you right in. This book was a pretty quick read but didn’t skimp on anything. This is a new to me author and I really enjoyed this book!

Adam doesn’t do relationships but Jules has him feeling things he never expected. Much like he didn’t expect that the mysterious woman he kissed is one of the new recruits at his company. There are strict rules against fraternization but Adam will bend the rules when it comes to Jules.

Jules just wants a chance to prove herself. She can’t do that at her current job so when she hears about the opening at Foster Advertising she takes the chance. She has no idea that handsome stranger she meets the night before will end up being her new boss!

The story pulls you in all the way to the end. You can’t wait to find out what happens next. The characters are very well written as well. I really enjoyed this book!

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Jenni Bishop

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Sleeping Angel is the second book in the Soul Connection series by Nikki Lynn Barrett. It is a paranormal story with lots of twists. I was excited to get my hands on this book as I enjoyed book one but this one is a little different to what I expected. There is a lot going on dare I say too much sometimes, and I was a bit confused with the timeline at times BUT I still enjoyed it.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Nightfall by TK Lawyer – Review by Jenni Bishop

NightfallNightfall by T.K. Lawyer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Nightfall by T.K. Lawyer is a paranormal romance story. Who doesn’t like a story where there are sexy shifters and romance? It is a little fun as our MC discovers the “dog” that turned up on her doorstep is a little more than meets the eye. This cute story will keep you interested as we watch it all play out.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Rachel Moss

Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven, #3)Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Book 3) by AJ Renee was a great read! Be warned though, while this is a paranormal (and obvious fiction) book, there are some scenes and content that could be triggering for other. This book is an emotional read, and it made me laugh, cry, and hang off the edge of my seat waiting to see what happens next. I thought the second book in this series was great but this one I think was even better. I can’t wait to read the installment and see what happens to the Broderick coven next!

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection, #2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed the first book in this series…and I enjoyed this one just as much.

This story focuses on Logan and Angel. Logan lost his younger sister and is now an angry drunk. He holds a lot of anger towards one person…Angel. He believes Angel’s silence killed his sister. However, when he wakes up in the hospital after an accident, he will have to prove that he didn’t hate her enough to kill her.

Angel has this guilt within her because she believes she should have seen the signs that Andi was in trouble…but there weren’t any…right? Living with this guilt leaves her feeling, at times, that she could find a way to make it stop. When she finds herself in the hospital after an accident, she also finds herself in someone else’s body. Who’s body is it? And how does she get back to her own?

This story has A LOT going on. There are a lot of characters…and not all of them are living. Scott, from the first book, plays a role in this story as well. It is a story about guilt and forgiveness…and I enjoyed reading it. It is a longer book…but I couldn’t put it down.

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Nightfall by TK Lawyer – Review by Rosanna Ingram

NightfallNightfall by T.K. Lawyer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After being hurt in the past, Tamara has closed off her heart to men and has built a solid wall around it to make sure no man can get in and hurt her again. But that doesn’t mean she can’t have a pet. When she finds a dog sleeping on her porch more than a couple of times, she decides to take it in. However…this dog is anything but a normal pet.

Josh knows that he and Tamara are meant to be…but he can’t get find a way into her life to make sure she knows it to. So when Tamara takes in his wolf as a pet…he needs to find a way to change that…stat! When he starts making himself known to Tamara, he does whatever it will take to make him see that they are fated mates. But will Tamara let her guard down?

I enjoyed this story. I’m s sucker for a good wolf – paranormal romance. There were times I found myself frustrated with Tamara because she held on to her past hurt so tight that she couldn’t see past it. But I admire Josh’s persistence and loyalty. This was a good book that I enjoyed reading!

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Antipodes by T.S. Simons – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

AntipodesAntipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, I was very surprised of how much I really loved this book. It made me think to present day as we are dealing with the COVID19 pandemic and this story is a long the lines of a epidemic that had a deadly outbreak in the water. The main character, Cam, really pulled at my heart strings, making the ultimate decision to leave this family to continue to live off of an island that had to be self sustaining. The emotions on his grief leaving his family, I could not imagine having to make that decision. Living among a selection of other people and building this new “world” that is self sustaining is intriguing. There is so much to this story and I am looking forward to continuing the series to see what happens next.

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Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Blue Summer Part OneBlue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a quick read that takes place over the course of a couple of days…but there is a lot that goes on.

Without giving too much away (it is a quick read), Lillie has been raised to fear the Zayed. So when she comes across them, imagine her surprise when it is not fear that she feels. She feels that she belongs. However, a sorcerer is after her for what he thinks she can provide for him. However, once she is released, she finally gets what the sorcerer was after. Now she just has to figure out how she fits into the bigger picture.

This story ends in a cliffhanger…so I will definitely be checking out the next book ASAP! I was drawn in from the beginning. The wittiness and banter between characters is entertaining. And the descriptions were detailed enough that I could envision the world Lillie is in. Over, a good read!

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Antipodes by T.S. Simons – Review by Dani Dando

AntipodesAntipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I read the second book in this series first and really enjoyed it so I thought that I would go back and read the first one, and I am so glad that I did. Funnily enough, reading books in order gives you a lot of context for things and gave the characters more depth. Also, more of Simon’s work is never a bad thing.
In Antipodes, the world is going a little bit to crap following an outbreak and Cam Mackintosh is offered the chance to help build a sustainable community out of the way of the nasty that is doing its rounds on the earth. Jumping at the chance, the neat little community thrives, managing to effectively create their own little corner of paradise. Though struggling with his own weighty crap, Cam eventually finds love and gives himself over to the new way of life, finding a new meaning to his life. That is until his lady love goes missing and he is forced to go look for her.
I’ve got to say that I really enjoyed this book and it really gave me a new appreciation for the next book in the series. Simons as always writes fantastically, penning something that is truly unique and intriguing.

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My Sweet GI AUDIO BOOK by T.L Wainwright – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

My Sweet GIMy Sweet GI by T.L. Wainwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Sweet GI by T.L. Wainwright is a historical romance. World War II fictional romance. This story was original and lovely.

When a dashing WWII American pilot named Teddy walked into the little corner shop in quest of confectionery, Jenny’s life changed from ordinary to extraordinary. However, with war threatening to terminate their growing romance, time together became valuable, compelling them to live in the now. Was she simply another gullible young lady who a handsome GI had duped?

I loved every page of it. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor – Review by Candida Hopper

Blue Summer Part OneBlue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blue Summer Part One
By Everly Taylor

  • This was such a fun read. I loved Lillie’s character, she is strong, independent and smart. Her life is completely changed the day she runs into two very handsome blue men, the Zayed and the great thing is there are so many more. This book is fast paced with magic, steamy moments, danger, suspense and great characters. I read this book in one sitting because I thoroughly enjoyed it. I will definitely be reading part two. This is a book I recommend.View all my reviews

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Jules Herbert

Love UnexpectedLove Unexpected by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna is a fantastic romantic read with wonderful characters full of heart that keeps you hooked from the very first word.

Julia “Jules” Connor is starting a brand new job that she hopes will be far more challenging than her previous one. Out on a Friday night to celebrate, she shares an unforgettable kiss with a stranger and she just cant get him out of her mind. That damn hot man and his kiss is all she can think about. Along comes Monday morning, her brand new start and guess who is in the elevator with her? Yep you guessed it…The super hot mystery man with the kiss that melts all brain cells. to make things even more interesting Mr super Hot turns out to be her new boss!! How on earth is she supposed to forget that kiss and the way it made her feel if she has to see him every day!

Adam Foster, CEO of Foster advertising hasn’t been able to get that kiss out of his mind since Friday either! It took all his will power to walk way from the most beautiful woman he has seen in a very long time. with just one kiss he is addicted! Now he finds out she is an employee. he doesn’t date employees, in fact he doesn’t do relationships at all, but Jules just wont leave his mind and already she is making him feel things he shouldn’t. He already knows she will mean trouble for his heart and soul.

Fun, sometimes steamy and simply not to be missed sums up Love Unexpected….do yourself a favour and read this fantastic book from a very talented author

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Emma Clawson

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection, #2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another fantastic book by Nikki Lynn Barrett rhat’s beautifully written. This time we have Logan and Angel’s story. Together with Scott, they hope to get back to normalish. There is a lot going on in this one, with more intrigue and twists, a thoroughly enjoyable read. How do you get over the murder of a loved one? You don’t but sometimes it overpowers your whole life. What a fantastic sequel to “Peaceful Slumber”. Nikki Lynn Barrett’s Soul Connection series is heart wrenching and a powerfully emotional read.

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Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Rayne East

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting WishesDirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have a soft spot for the brother’s best friend romance stories. This had a bit of a different twist as the best friends were no longer friends. I really liked how the author took a predictable storyline and put a unique flavour to it. The writing is really easy to read and the characters are well developed. There’s a bit of steam and adult themes. I will definitely be checking out more from this author.

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Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos – Review by Sheri Schrader

Kissing ScarsKissing Scars by Jim Shomos
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos is a sweet, romantic novella. I am not going to mention much detail so that I do not give the entire story away. This was a fast read and I read from beginning to end in one sitting. Sanaya is moving on with her career but is ready for love, marriage, and babies. Leo is ready to enjoy his empty nest as his youngest child leaves home. What will happen when these two people meet? I enjoyed the realistic scenario and that the characters are not completely in sync with one another. Completely realistic! Will the two be able to compromise in order to be together is a huge question? I was rooting for them and understood their struggle. I liked the characters and the setting of Australia, makes me want to start traveling. This is my first book from this author but I look forward to reading more from him in the future.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series, book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

When you are in slump after a mission has gone wrong and you start questioning things in your life, in walks an angel and you believe everything will be alright, or will it.

Xander is a navy seal but when his mission with his team goes wrong and causes him to have to take some down time to recover he feels that sometime just was not right with the intel, bit he has more to worry about when his girlfriend decides to leave him he feels like the world is working against him. One day all this changes when he hears a voice that he is instantly drawn too but will he be able to convince the owner of the voice they belong together.

Riley is a grad student, working in a coffee shop to help with the funds but one day she see him, the man who she can’t get out of her mind although she is in a relationship but what she thought was in her past, may invade her future.

I loved this story and I love Amy McKinley’s novels and this is just as good as the other stories. The chemistry between these two characters was brilliant and drawn you in. Listening to the story draws you in and keeps your attention from the first page to the last.

I also think the secondary characters enhance the story and make this a un deniable great read. The tale twists and turns and brings both of the characters history to light which just adds to the mysteries within the story. I not only recommend this book and can’t wait to read the download book in the series but if you love this book you need to listen other series by this wonderful author.

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The Hunter’s Heart (Love After Earth Book 1) by Astrid Sharpe – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Hunter's Heart (Love After Earth, #1)The Hunter’s Heart by Astrid Sharpe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this series which I enjoyed. It is a scientific romance story that was hard to put down. This is my first book by this author, I look forward to reading more from them in the future. This is a well written story that I found to be fast paced and engaging. The characters are relatable and kept me wanting to see what would happen next. This is a story about Zensah and Poppy. Zensah is the leader of his tribe and Poppy is a human leader. He is out to prove that she is his mate but will she accept him? The action picks up when she asks him to teach her survival skills to help on her journey to meet up with the rest of her group. There is a lot of growth in this story which makes it easy to read. It was a great book to pick up. I highly recommend this book.

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BRINK OF DENIAL (SONS OF SINDICATO BOOK 2) by SONYA JESUS AND CAM JOHNS – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Brink of Denial (Sons of Sindicato #1)Brink of Denial by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series which I loved just as much as the first one. I never hesitate to pick up a book by these two authors. Their writing skills are such that they pull you into the book with ease and their attention to detail gives the story a realistic feel to it. The characters are relatable and bring the story to life on each page. This is a story that is engaging, fast paced and full of action. Mila wants to be the woman she was in the past on top of that she misses the man who was her first, Dane. As she decides that it is time to take her place beside him, he will not make it easy for her. She needs to find herself but will she before it is too late? Will she be the woman he needs her to be? I really fell for these characters and what they brought to the story. Their chemistry and attraction is awesome. They made the story fun and easy to read. I highly recommend this book and these authors.

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Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Kissing ScarsKissing Scars by Jim Shomos
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What happens when two romantics fall in love…only to find that they want two different things for their future? That’s what Kissing Scars is about.

Sanaya moves to Australia to further her career. There, she falls in love with a divorced man that is twenty years older than her. Leo has raised his children and is ready to follow his dream of travelling the world and writing stories for a magazine when his youngest child moves out. When the two begin to fall in love, they realize that Leo does not want any more children and Sanaya is ready to become a mother. Can these two find common ground? Or are their future plans too at odds to make it work?

This is a novella so it isn’t very long and I don’t want to give anything away. I was invested in this story from the first page. Not only was I invested emotionally, but the descriptions made me want to visit Melbourne! Each of the characters is lovable on their own, and together they are fantastic. I found my heart soaring and breaking right alongside them. A wonderful story that I thoroughly enjoyed!

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Karyn Taylor

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sons of Sindicato is the first book in the Sons of Sindicato series by Cam Johns and Sonya Jesus. If this book is anything to go by then this is going to be an amazing series. I had not read any previous work by these two authors so was unsure what to expect from Sons of Sindicato. This isn’t a full length novel, it’s a novella that introduces you to the players in the series and gives you the story of Seth and Shaw.
I loved Seth and Shaw’s story. I was hooked from the very first chapter and was drawn further and further into the story as it progressed. It’s action packed from the very start and keeps you entertained and on edge throughout.
If you like to read about feuding Mafia families then this is the book for you. It’s a trope that I really enjoy reading and I’m so glad that I chose to read this book. It really does set you up for what could be a very explosive series.
I really can’t wait to read more from this series.

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Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Tamisha Janay

Love UnexpectedLove Unexpected by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was everything that I didn’t know I needed. After reading a few different series’, I ended up traveling down a very different genre of books. This was absolutely no disappointment. The characters are entrancing, the plot is EVERYTHING, and the writing itself is amazing. Adam and Jules will have you hooked to their story from page one. There is so much heat coming off of the pages that I’m surprised it didn’t self destruct. It’s not your typical romance novel, but there are layers. It is a story that I wish had been drawn out, but ended up being perfect just the way it was written. Prepare to get emotional because this will have you angry, sad, gutted, and delighted all at the same time. I look forward to reading the next story from this author!

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Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart Book 1) by Melody Calder – Review by Bethany Rollins

Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart #1)Sexy Drug by Melody Calder
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sexy Drug is my first experience reading a Melody Calder book and I really enjoyed the story. I am anticipating the second book in the Losing My Heart series since this one left off on a cliffhanger and I now must know the remaining part of Katie and Ramone’s stories. This book is a story set in the midst of a cartel and how the main characters develop a friendship built on trust, in a world where trust can lead to death. Katie is the daughter of a ruthless drug lord and Ramone is one of the boss’s trusted men, assigned to protect Katie after it becomes clear someone is out to kill her. This story is fast paced with many questions still remaining to be answered, the main one being who will survive. I cannot wait for the next book to see where this story takes me.

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