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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by April Smith

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Every new story I read by Via Mari, I enjoy just as much as the last. In this 4th book of the Billionare Bodyguards series and doesn’t take long to get wrapped up in Dereck and Layla’s story. You are introduced to both Dereck and Layla in previous books, but those aren’t necessary to read to enjoy and follow along with this story. Grab a spot and dig in and enjoy this steamy read, it doesn’t disappoint.

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter – Review by Heidi Schoolman

My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss #1)My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Sealed with a Kiss series. This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 464 pages. This story follows Zoe and Elijah. Zoe is 16 and her boyfriend has died. She is completely devastated so her parents take her away thinking this would help but it did not. She goes to an open mic night and sings her heart out and this is where she meets Elijah. There was an instant spark. Until the next day at school she realizes Elijah is one of her new teachers. How is she supposed to get past the feelings from the night before?

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by April Smith

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards, #3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Are you ready for a steamy romantic suspense? Wait not longer, this is the read for you. Damian realizes not long after setting eyes in Bryanna that she is the woman he’s been waiting for in this life. This book will leave you wanting more of Via Mari’s books, especially in this Billionaire Bodyguard series

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Romantic Comedy novel and is 139 pages. This story follows Hannah and Kyle. Hannah was dumped on Valentine’s day and is not keen on the idea of love. Until Kyle. Kyle is every woman’s “most wanted” and he has got it all. He was not keen on love either until he meets Hannah. I loved “watching” this romance bud. This was the perfect short story.

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Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Jessica Leombruno

Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2)Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love by Design, the second book in The Meraki Series by Effie Kammenou was a sweet enemies-to-lovers office romance. I feel like I just went on an amazing trip, to places I could only dream about. Mia and Nichols banter like an old married couple but their love is classic and timeless. Not only is this a romance, but you will also find a mystery between the pages.

Effie is still new to me author (this only being my second book) but I’m enjoying her writing style and how easy it is to get swept into her characters. Looking forward to more books in this series.

Reviewed by @jbruno26
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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle Mulvey

Relentless Billionaire BodyguardsRelentless Billionaire Bodyguards by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book kept me entertained from the very first page until the last sentence. I absolutely loved this book and the characters. There was a lot of action and suspense in this book. At one point I was like wait….what???? I couldn’t believe it!
Dereck is one of the main characters and he is following / protecting Layla who happens to work as a dancer at a club but there’s so much more going on. Dereck and his crew are there to try and find a missing dancer named Bryanna. Layla is not only good friends with her but also roommates with her. Layla has a one track mind to find her sister that went missing.
I just couldn’t believe the turn of events towards the end. I cannot wait to read more by this author.

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relentless is the fourth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. It was yet another amazing, suspenseful, romantic story in the series. The author’s stories are always well written and unpredictable with fantastic characters. This story may be read as a standalone, each story in the series does focus solely on one couple, but I very highly recommend that you read each story in order. It will better help you to appreciate the series as a whole and as it was intended. This book was such a fantastic addition to the series, I loved it and could not set aside until finished. I’m so looking forward to what comes next in the series!

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Love is What You Bake of it- Effie Kammenou (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Kaitlynn Taylor

Love is What You Bake of itLove is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) – Effie Kammenou

5-stars

Oh my word I do not even know where to start with this one! This author has blown me away once again. I completely devoured this book, I ended up reading it in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to stop reading. I was so invested in these characters and with all the detail it felt as if I too was along for the ride. I can confidently say that she is one of my all-time favourite authors!

The amount of detail this author writes with will never cease to amaze me, the characters, the relationships, the family history and of course my personal favourite the Greek recipes all tie together to make a truly amazing read! Honestly there is not one thing that I would have changed about this story, I loved absolutely everything about it!

I cannot wait to continue this series asap and I would absolutely recommend this book and this author to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime read, you will not regret it!

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Alexandria Richard

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relentless brings the Dom/sub relationship of the MCs to the forefront. Layla is the closeted submissive, trying to suppress that side of herself. Dereck is attracted to Layla from the beginning and recognizes her desire to submit to him. He’s not the overpowering and domineering Dom type though, wanting her to discover her own wants and desires within their relationship.

Problems arise when Layla’s desire to find and help her sister, who she believes has been trafficked, interferes with her ability to embrace her submissive role in the relationship. Will family hinder the budding relationship from succeeding?

I am not a participant in the Dom/sub culture, so I do not know if the character development in relation to it is accurate or not, but as a reader I enjoyed seeing Layla fighting her inner demons, both “professionally” and relating to the relationship. I enjoyed reading the narrator POV switching from Layla to Dereck, getting insight into what they were thinking and feeling. It allowed us to feel the relationship building from both sides and see how each was rationalizing their actions.

I really enjoyed reading this book after Auctioned, which basically occurs at the same time with a few cross references. Relentless continues to build upon the mafia connections and fighting trafficking that have been prevalent throughout the series.

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Brown

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is part of a series and offers insight into what was happening with different characters.
Layla is an adult dancer at a club. Dereck works for a security firm and needs information from her. Neither expect to feel a spark from the other.
Opinion
I’ve read one other book in the series and loved it. After reading this book, I love the series even more. Ms. Mari is superb at being able to work a scene in so many different viewpoints. I am simply amazed at her ability to keep the reader captivated while retelling parts of one story and introducing other characters stories that happened in the same time frame. I believe I have found my newest “one click” author, one I’ll buy new releases from without reading the description.

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The Earl and the Peahen (The Scarlet Salon Book 5) by Jean Wilde – Review by Karyn Taylor

The Earl and the PeahenThe Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earl and The Peahen is the 5th book in the Scarlet Salon series by Jean Wilde. Each book contains a complete story and can be read as a standalone. My first reading of Jean Wilde’s writing was the 4th book in this series and was not missing any necessary information.
In this book we meet Jane Mayfield, who at 25 is still unmarried and possible set for life as a spinster. When a countess offers to chaperone her for the season in London, she is determined to find a suitable husband before it is too late.
Alexander Gordon, Earl of Norwich has decided that it’s time to settle down and find a bride and to his shock and surprise finds himself thinking of the plain Jane he met who was extremely rude to him.
Needless to say that the path to true love never runs smooth but I absolutely adored Jane and Alexander’s story. There’s plenty of funny moments, drama and intrigue, and as is the norm with a regency novel, there is some scandalous moments too, all of which amounted to a novel that I thoroughly enjoyed.
If you like a good regency romp then I definitely recommend that you read The Earl and The Peahen.

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari -Review by Kerry Carr

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series and these stories keep getting better and better. It is full of romance and suspense, as well as danger.

Dereck is a member of the elite security team. When he is sent to question a women with regards to the person they are looking to rescue, he didn’t expect the sparks to fly.

Layla works as an exotic dancer and also has the inside knowledge of the trafficking ring Dereck and his team are trying to stop. Layla  is fiesty  and needs no man in shining armour to rescue her until she meets Dereck.

The connection is instant and Dereck awakens something inside of her that she forgot existed. But with her own past and secrets can they work through them and be together? With vengence in Layla’s mind will she be able to trust Dereck enough to help or is this relationship doomed from the start?

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Samantha Jayne Grubey

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is part of a series and can be read as a standalone. Each story focuses on a different couple which I love series like this.
Dereck and Layla’s story is amazing, I loved it. The suspense, the twists and turns, I loved their chemistry with each other.
Really enjoyed the writing cannot wait to read more.

Reviews by @samanthajayne96x
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Date Night By K.M Lowe – Reviewed by Laura-Jane Minnie

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a fun and sweet story, Had me giggling and smiling through out. Hannah and Kyle are both great characters who both dislike Valentine’s day and have both recently had break ups so surely they must be a perfect match… see how their date goes and find out. This book will certainly cheer you up.

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Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay – Review by Rachel Moss

Bovine TricksBovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay was an interesting read. I’m not going to lie, this wasn’t my favorite. I didn’t care so much for the content, I personally felt like it was very weird and the beginning was off putting for me. However, it got much better towards the end. I was easily sucked in, once I got over the initial shock of the hucow and bovine fetishes. This book was well written and had a lot of adventure thrown in. I’m not sure how I like the ending. I felt like it ended on a cliff hanger, and then it also didn’t. It’s hard to describe without spoilers. I would read the next book in The series, just to see what happens next!

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Kerry Baker

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Date Night by K.M. Lowe is a fantastic quick romantic story about two cynics finding their happiness. This is a nice easy read but also has enough about it to keep you engaged. The main characters have a strong connection between them. I thought it was obvious from the moment they met.
The book itself it well written if a little predictable. However that is exactly what I want from this kind of book. It is perfect for losing yourself in for a few hours on a lazy afternoon. You get swept up by the characters and really can just switch off. I also personally loved the fact that it is based in Scotland! This is a book certainly worth your time.

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Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Heather Lovelace

Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2)Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love this author’s voice and writing style and was so glad to see another book in this series. It was beautifully written and had a beautiful couple at its center. I love the back and forth, the real emotion that came across every page, and simply the very real way I connected to this story. Simply adored it.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay – Review by Heather Lovelace

Bovine TricksBovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m always fascinated by the ride this author takes me on. And this book was no exception. For me it was parts romance, parts supernatural situation, with some adventure sprinkled throughout. I kept trying to figure out how everything would resolve and it kept me completely engrossed to the end. Well written and fun.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Lydia Pelton

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

Cursed Whisper
Written by : AJ Renee
5 stars *****

Oh my word!
Can I say Max is my favorite so far?! Who doesn’t love a man with a passion for animals? Max is a veterinarian with the ability to actually speak to the creatures he cares for. Claudia is a werewolf with a monster of a past and the mother of the sweetest little girl. My heart broke multiple times for them throughout the book. Max and Claudia’s story will have your heart all mushy. I loved seeing Max’s family wrap around them both. Renee has a way of writing in old and new characters to allow you to see more of their story even when they are not the focus. I’m so excited for the next book and it will certainly be on my TBR list!!

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter – Review by Katie Matthews

My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss #1)My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

My Lips Are Sealed was a really great read, I like a forbidden romance story so this was definitely my kind of book. I was quickly engaged in although I will say I did struggle to connect with the main character Zoe at times, this may have been due to her age but there was just something however it didn’t mean that I didn’t like the story because I really did. There is definitely. Lot of angst and drama in the story and I did really feel a connection between the characters at times. I did feel for Zoe and the things she has been through. The author did a good job with getting the emotion across in the story. I am definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor – Review by Katie Matthews

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

 

The synopsis for this book didn’t really give much away for what I was in for but I loved it! I loved going in blind and not knowing what to expect, I also love that I have found a new author to follow! The story was really good, I liked that it was original and something really different to read. The authors writing was engaging and entertaining. I was dragged into the story easily and my attention was held throughout. I liked the unpredictability of it. Lillie was a great character, I really liked her and I’m looking forward to the second book in the series!

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Tausha Treadway

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Date Night by KM Lowe. This is such a fun read. Its set in Scotland and its the story of Hannah and Kyle. Hannah Brentley hates Valentine’s day. She has been dumped on the Valentine’s day in the past so she doesn’t like anything about it. She sure isn’t interested in a relationship with anyone. When she meets Scotland’s most eligible batchelor in Kyle Randall thru her work she can’t deny she’s smitten. Kyle Randall is not interested in a relationship because he’s had everything from gold diggers to psychos and he is better off being alone. Until he meets Hannah and he sees stars! When Kyle starts sweet talking Hannah and it actually works they are both shocked. Will this Valentine’s Day be the best one ever for Kyle and Hannah? Read Date Night to find out!

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Alexandria Richard

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A slow-ish burn romance with Dom/sub personalities.
What do you do when you’re hired to help someone and they don’t want to be helped? What do you do when you’re trying to just survive but someone is doing all they can to change that? And will it be for better or for worse?

I enjoyed that the narrator POV switched between Damien and Bryanna, so that we can get insight as to what each is thinking and feeling. I also enjoyed that we got some overlap of scenes from the other’s POV so to give more insight. I did sometimes feel like scenes were written quickly and could have been fleshed out to give more information, but it did not take away from the story and may have been more my inquisitive nature (I want to know more!). I appreciated the interaction that the secondary characters had, from Damien’s colleagues, to the others who were currently in Bryanna’s life.

Some trigger warnings of characters being drugged and prepared to be sold. Trafficking, and battling it, is a common theme throughout.

Note: Book 4, Relentless, basically occurs at the same time with a few cross references.

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

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

This one was good, y’all! From page one, I was hooked. It tells the story of a seemingly ordinary girl who grew up believing that the Zayeds were something to be feared – which really hits home in today’s reality. The men that she meets are so sweet and caring, only further proving that you can’t always believe what others tell you. It’s best to go with your gut and see for yourself. I was definitely feeling a smurf vibe – as I’ve seen a few reviews that may me feel not so alone in that – but it was a welcome adult change to the memory. I’m looking forward to reading book two and finding out more about the Zayed, Lillie, and what is next for them.

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An Unexpected Bonding (The Unexpected Trilogy Book 1) by Lilly Rayman – Review by Tamisha Janay

An Unexpected BondingAn Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I went into this book worried that I would be put off because of the constant jump in POV. Instead, I found it intriguing. It was nice to be able to get the perspective of everyone in each important moment. There is background and history that needs to come from certain characters and it comes at just the right times. I enjoyed the Egyptian history as well as the present day Texas spirit. Vampires, wolves, and fairies – OH MY! The separate stories going on while the main story was happening and the jump back and forth from past to present day left me on the edge of my seat. I finished this book a bit too fast and am excited for the continuation of this series. Because of this, I am a huge fan of Lilly Rayman and will be reading as much from her as possible from this point forward!

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Love is What You Bake of It (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Karen Pearman

Love is What You Bake of itLove is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new author to me, but one that I can see myself reading more of from now on. I found this love story quite enjoyable. There was a lot of romance, some disappointment, drama, and tears on my part. But it was worth the read. Oh, and it left me starving in the end. For food. As in the delicious delectables that she describes in such a way that had me salivating. I thought that the characters were amazing, and I would love to be friends with them. The author did a great job of pulling at my heartstrings with this story. I look forward to reading more of the books by this author.

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My Sweet GI AUDIO BOOK by T.L Wainwright – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

5 Stars
My Sweet GI AUDIO BOOK by T.L Wainwright

My Sweet GI by T.L Wainwright is a historical romance set during WWII. This is my first audible by this author but definitely not my last. I absolutely love Historical Romance and especially ones during this time period. This is a sweet story that once you start listening to you wont want to stop . There were moments my heart hurt for these two characters . I loved the narrator her tone of voice was actually kinda soothing. This is a story about Jenny and Teddy. They meet when he steps into the shop she works in. These two have a instant connection but will war take that away before there relationship really gets started? Find out what happens next in this must read/listen. I look forward to reading more from this Author

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Rayne East

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

This is my first book by this author and it was a very enjoyable steamy quick read. I have a bit of a weakness for alpha male romance books and this did not disappoint. I really liked Jules and her no bull approach. The story moved along at a good pace and there was some added plot lines to keep me vested. The connection between Jules and Adam unfolded easily and did not come across as forced. I recommend this book.

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Piper Foster

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kyle and Hannah are two very cycnical people. This is a very easy read. The plot was easy to read through for me. Hannah hurt in love before finds it hard. The scence where dragged out. Its a slow paced story and very cliché at points. I liked the dual POV however it was nice to see the story from both sides.

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Try Right (Aloha Series book 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Try RightTry Right by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Try Right is book three in the Aloha series by Jill Brashear. This racy little story is set in the late sixties, in Hawaii, and the two main characters are Claudia and Henry. I have not read book one or two, and while these are stand alone stories, I think I would have benefited from reading the first and second books before reading Try Right. Nevertheless, the story was enjoyable, with energetic characters who were witty, passionate and magnetic. Claudia was an actress and Henry a stuntman. Used to the finest of Hollywood, Claudia is given a career lifeline in Hawaii, where her first love is from. There were shenanigans galore and the laughs were frequent. A flashy, fun and crafty little romance, with a little sass and lots of heart. 4 stars

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