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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gianna has just arrived in Venice for the job of her dreams. She is going to be restoring a mural. But, as soon as she arrives in Venice, it is like she has been there before even though she never has. Weird things keep happening to her. When she becomes ill and a doctor saves her, it is an instant connection. But why does it feel like she knows him somehow?

Sergio is at the café when Gianna becomes dizzy and stays with her as she recovers. There is an instant connection that he doesn’t quite understand but he wants to follow where his heart is leading him. As weird occurrences happen around Gianna, he is realizing that the superstitions and folklore of Venice may have more truth to them than her realized.

This book has a supernatural feel to it with the spirits of the past intertwining with the mortals of the present. It made for a unique story that I enjoyed reading. The story wove the two realms together in a romantic, yet eye-opening, way…which made for an entertaining story.

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Secure Decision (Chase Security Series Book 5) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Secure Decision (Chase Security Series Book 5)Secure Decision by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book focuses on Wes. Wes is opening up a new facility and is about to meet all of his new employees. However, his introduction to Eleanor comes a little earlier than expected due to accident. As the facility gets ready to open, Wes must deal with employees who are immature and bullies, his best friend who is still healing from his injuries, and his new equine therapist who he is developing feelings for.

Ellie is ready to start her new job doing what she loves. Although she doesn’t make the first impression on her new boss that she would want to, she is excited to work with the horses and help the vets that will come through the program. However, her past secrets are starting to catch up to her and she doesn’t know who she can trust anymore. When her trust is broken this time…she may have to run.

There is a lot going on in this book. The secret that Eleanor is hiding comes out in pieces and kept my attention the entire time. I enjoyed the interaction with all of the different characters. Getting Troy’s backstory made me want to read his book when it comes out. Overall, another good story in the series!

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

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

If you haven’t read the first book…you gotta start there!

This book begins where the first one left off. While they are trying to figure out whey Erius once again kidnaps Lillie to figure out what she knows. After escaping (again) Lillie and the guys must figure out how to stop Erius. However, as Lillie’s past comes to light, they learn there is so much more to lose by not stopping Erius.

I enjoyed all of these characters. Each of the guys brings a part of Lillie to life….and together they are unstoppable. Overall, this was a good series that I enjoyed reading.

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

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Brink of Denial (Sons of Sindicato #1)Brink of Denial by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eleven years ago, Dane planned on proposing to Mila. Except when he came home one day to find a plane ticket with her name on it and her telling him that she had taken a modeling job….and his life changes in the blink of an eye.

Mila has made a name for herself…and also a few enemies along the way. When she finds her life on the line and needs help…she can only think of one person to fix it…Dane. Sure…they have hooked up when she has come into town…but now she needs him for more than that. When the guy who has been blackmailing her makes good on his promises to destroy her career she must own up to her true identity and all that entails. Dane is not going to make it easy for her. They are both different people and Dane is going to make Mila prove that she is here to stay this time. But when secrets come to light, can they even stay together?

I enjoyed this story. Mila and Dane are both great characters. All the families are filled with good characters. The book ends on a bit of a cliffhanger…so there are more books to come. I am enjoying this series and will keep reading to find out what happens next.

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The Don (Her Three Immortals Book 1) by Hazel Storm – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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The DonThe Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vanessa is a hard-working hairdresser trying to make life a little easier for her mother and her sick brother, Piper. Piper is a twelve year old with cancer…and the doctors have recently told the family that he does not have much time left. Vanessa will do whatever she can in order to save her brother’s life. When a stranger moves in across the street…and strange things start happening in her world…she is determined to find out if the stranger is good or bad…and can he help her?

Grey comes to the human realm to renegotiate a contract…and is immediately intrigued by Vanessa. Although she is distracting, in a good way, he needs to stay focused on his task. Vanessa has also caught the attention of a couple of other people. First is Grey’s half-brother, Raef. Raef wants to help Vanessa in her battle to save her brother…and keep her out of Grey’s clutches. Another person who has their eye on Vanessa is Aroz’s mother…the goddess of beauty. She wants Vanessa out of the picture…and sends Aroz to make it happen as only he can.

There are so many things going on in this story and they all come to a head at the end of the book. Spoiler alert…it ends in a bit of a cliffhanger. I am looking forward to reading the next book to see what happens next. I really found myself wrapped up in each of the characters and their individual storylines that are all connected in a way…just not quite sure of how yet.

Overall, an interesting story that is different from what I usually read…but such a good story!

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

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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

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

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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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Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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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 Rosanna Ingram

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

This is the first book that I have read from either of the authors…but it definitely won’t be the last!

This book focuses on Braelynn and Seth. Braelynn, also known as Shaw, has just been named partner in the law firm she works at. She is a criminal attorney and the mafia men call when they need help. However, her life is about to change when an encounter with another partner sets her on a path she never saw coming. The man she calls to help her is also the man she is having a secret relationship with.

Seth is the son of the head of the Sindicato. After meeting Shaw as she was getting him off of murder charges, he now finds himself sneaking away to spend weekends with her because his family will not approve of their relationship. However, when the unthinkable happens, Seth and his family are there to help Shaw. This leads to their relationship coming out in the open and having to confront his father about it. Can he make his dad see that his heart doesn’t abide by traditions? And what happens when evidence comes to light that can change the dynamics of the Sindicato?

I really enjoyed reading Shaw and Seth’s story. There was love and murder….drama and justice…and some humor thrown in. I am looking forward to reading Dane’s story in the future.

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family, #1)Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a good story with A LOT going on.

Susan is following her dream and opening up her business in a new town. The last thing she needs in her life is a broody cowboy that she can’t seem to get off her mind. After her last relationship, she wants to protect her heart at all costs. But somehow the cowboy is finding his way in.

Eric works hard and keeps to himself. His family’s land is his world…and it is being threatened to be taken away from him due to Uncle’s bad decisions. One day he crosses paths with a woman that he can’t seem to stop thinking about. He is a loner, and he’s fine with that…but why Susan vacate his thoughts?!?

While Eric and Susan are dancing around their feelings for each other and their need to protect their own hearts…there is so much going on in the story. There is mystery…secrets that are going to blow your mind…a southern family filled with cowboys…and food that will make your mouth water!

I enjoyed reading this book. It is not my first book from this author…and it definitely won’t be the last. There is so much going on that I am looking forward to reading the next book. I am invested in this family now!

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

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

Zoe is a receptionist who is in a relationship with her boss. On the day they he is to meet her family, Zoe’s world starts crumbling around her. A spur of the moment decision from an old crush begins a web of lies that quickly starts spinning out of control.
Damien is at the right place at the right time when he comes to Zoe’s aid. Nothing like claiming to be shacking up with his ex-best-friend’s sister to add some excitement to the day. But what starts out as a story of deception quickly evolves to something more. Zoe and Damien can each play a part for each other…but when happen when their fake relationship begins to feel real?
I found myself rooting for Zoe and Damien despite their reasons for starting out in their “relationship”. They both evened each other out while driving each other crazy (in good and bad ways). I enjoyed watching their story grow and blossom into something real. An overall good read.

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

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

This is one of those books that has so much going on…but I couldn’t stop reading.

To deal with the loss and heartbreak after the death of her boyfriend, Zoe’s parents move her to a town where hopefully she can heal. After writing a song to cope with her loss, she performs at an open mic night. This is where she meets Elijah. Sparks immediately fly and the two find out they have so much in common…much more than they should…when she find out Elijah is her new drama teacher.

This is definitely a forbidden romance. However, I found myself pulling for Zoe to find the happiness that has eluded her so she could heal. The author just kept throwing more into the mix and there were so many emotions. From heartbreak to hope…and frustration to anger…the rollercoaster of emotions went every which way.

I won’t give away the ending…but please have tissues at the ready if you are an emotional person (like myself). I will definitely be checking out the next book!

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Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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

Love by Design is the second book in the series…and I was definitely looking forward to it after reading the first book.

Mia (who is the sister of Kally, the main character of Love is What You Bake of It) has just landed her dream job for the magazine Opul. Opul is owned by the very handsome Nicholas and his sister Penelope. While Mia and Nicholas have immediate chemistry, they also have an immediate (and unexplainable at the time) animosity towards each other. They seem to push each other’s buttons whenever they are in the same room. When they are sent to Greece on assignment for the magazine, sparks fly…and not always the good ones!

I enjoyed both Mia and Nicholas’ characters. Mia is the type of girl to wear her heart on her sleeve while Nicholas is the type to protect his heart at all costs. They are both keeping secrets that define the way they are acting and watching the characters accept and overcome their own obstacles made for a wonderful story. There are moments that made me tear up, moments that made me want to knock some sense into them, and some moments that made me swoon.

Once again, Effie Kammenou has written a book that is easy to read and the book seems like such a quick read because you don’t want to put it down. The Andarakis family, like in the previous book, plays a big part in the story. I just love all of them. The mystery surrounding their family just continues to weave it’s way through the story which intrigues me. I am definitely looking forward to the next book!

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Revelations (Separate Worlds Book 1) by Izzibella Beau – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Revelations (Separate Worlds Book 1)Revelations by Izzibella Beau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zach and his buddies are enjoying their final year in high school (for most of them). However, this is a hard time for him and his friends because they going through some not-so-human changes thanks to being shifters. While they are feeling the pull their mate bonds, they are also focused on revenge. They have a hatred toward the vampires since they tore their family apart.
Emily has just moved in with her aunt and is forced to complete her senior year at a new school. Luckily she makes friends quickly…but she also catches the eye of Zach. Before too long, secrets are spilled that can put an end to Emily and Zach’s relationship before it even really gets a chance to grow.
This book is filled with wonderful characters and the author’s words have a way of pulling you into the story so you feel like you are there. Once it was over, I was left wanting more…so I am looking forward to the next book.

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tillie’s life growing up was tolerable until her uncle disappeared and her father took it out on her. When he commits an unforgivable act of betrayal, Tillie knows she has to escape. When she finally escapes she can start to see the light at the end of the tunnel of her horrid past.
However, Tillie soon finds that she may have escaped one prison for another. She finds herself under the watchful eyes of four men that not only scare her…but also make her feel something more. Logan, Trey, Nicholas and Dalton are determined to break their new doll and bend her to their will…but Tillie is not going down without a fight.
This story pulled me in from the first page…and I was hanging on until the last. It ends in a cliffhanger, so I am definitely looking forward to the next book. There are some very dark themes that others may find triggering…so be warned. However, I loved every second of it and can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection, #1)Peaceful Slumber by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After coming back from a brush with death a couple of years ago, Scott can now see dead people. This is not something he is too fond of because once the dead know he can see them, they flock to him. However, at his uncle’s funeral, he sees the ghost of a dead bride in a blood-covered wedding dress. He finds her intriguing and offers to help her find out who she is and how she ended up dead.

Zelda wakes up with no recollection of who she is or how she got where she is. She can see that she is in a wedding dress (which is covered in blood) but can’t remember anything. She quickly finds out that no one can see her, so she must be dead. When she comes across a funeral, she is surprised to find one person who may actually see her. When her and Scott begin to uncover the truth about her past…it comes as quite a shock (to both Zelda and the reader).

Can they uncover the mystery behind her death before she has to move on to whatever afterlife awaits her? And even though they are both in different realms, what is this connection that can be felt between Scott and Zelda?

This is a new-to-me author…but it definitely won’t be the only book I read from them. I found myself pulled into the story from the first chapter. I couldn’t (or wouldn’t) put it down until I got to the end to find out what really happened. There were twists and turns…tears and relief…suspense and mystery…this story has it all. I enjoyed it and will definitely be checking out the rest of the series.

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Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Two Hearts, One Stone (Boots and Babies)Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a quick read…but it was a good story.
Stone is a horse trainer with a bit of womanizing past. But his world is turned upside down by his sister and now he will have to figure out what is really important in his life.
Emmy has recently moved back to her hometown to open up her own practice. She has seen Stone (and likes what she sees), but she is focused on her business. When she finds Stone’s at her grandfather’s, she may have a change one her outlook as to what is important in life.
This fast read packs quite a story. I loved both of the characters. There was enough depth to keep me engaged…and enough drama to keep me turning the pages. There are ups and downs…but the story is quite good. I don’t want to give anything away…so go read it!

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Daisy’s Darkness (Wheels & Hogs Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Daisy's Darkness (Wheels & Hogs #6)Daisy’s Darkness by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story packs a huge punch and is full of real-world problems that people deal with every day. The author does it in such way, though, which is respectful and really addresses the issues. You get multiple sides of a story and how it affects them…which I found to be very interesting. The topics discussed in this story include bullying, mental and physical abuse, eating disorders, cutting, suicide, and death.

Daisy is a self-proclaimed nerd that is not cool and has few friends. The friends that she does have, they are a tight knit group. She even has a close family that has her back. However, she is being bullied and tormented at school. She tries to deal with it on her own, without involving those around her. This only leads to her isolating and alienating herself from her support group. She turns to very unhealthy ways to cope with her feelings. As her secrets start coming to light, Daisy is dealt more blows as friends of hers (who are also being tormented by the same group) end up in the hospital after their own ways of dealing with the pain. Will Daisy be able to recover and find herself again? Or is this dark cloud hanging over her going to be too much to bear?

I found the supporting characters in this story to be great for the storyline. I have not read the other books in the series, but I don’t feel like not reading their stories impacted my understanding of this story. To see a group of people rally around one of their own and support them and not judge them made for a good story. I sat down to read this story and finished in one sitting. I was invested in the story and needed to know what would happen.

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The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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The Executive's Decision (Keller Family, #1)The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zachary is a very successful businessman who is used to getting what he wants. So, when he sets his eyes on Regan, he won’t back down. It is definitely not going to be like a normal boardroom deal. Is he up for the challenge?
Regan has a past that is keeping her from trusting any man. The man she loved committed a horrible crime against her, so she is wary when Zach starts making his move. Can she open herself up again or will she let her past determine her future?
I think the thing I loved most about this book was watching Regan grow. She went through such a traumatic experience that could have beat her down forever. Watching her grow into her new confidence was great to read. This is a series I will definitely continue reading.

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ty had a crush on Malina in high school but never acted on it because he knew his future was in the service. Malina had a crush on him too…so imagine her surprise when she finds herself working with him on a current project for the SEALs. That crush is still there, but she won’t act on it because she knows Ty is not the settling down with one woman type. However, one night in Vegas (with some alcohol involved) changed that.

Once she returns home, she is determined to keep her mind off of Ty. However, when she is accused of Treason, Ty is the person she turns to for help. Ty is determined to do whatever he can to keep her safe. However, when both of them open up about the truth of what really happened in Vegas…will Ty still want to help Malina clear her name?

I have enjoyed this series since the first book. It is one of those books that keeps you up all night to finish because you have to know what happens. It is action packed and there are twists that you didn’t necessarily see coming. Overall, a good book!

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Twisted Throttle (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Twisted Throttle (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #3)Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this series….and I love it even more after reading Throttle’s story.

Throttle is the enforced for Satan’s Devils MC…and a manwhore. He knows it…the club knows it…even his parents know it. But, he is young and definitely not looking to settle down. To be fair, the women that he hooks up with know the score. He’s a one-time thing with no return performances. When a one-night stand keeps showing up and telling him how great they will be together, he needs to find a way to make her see the truth.

Gwen is back in town after graduating from college and working at a local bar when she sees a face from her past…Noah. Noah (or Throttle as his club calls him) has grown up and is still as hot as ever. Her teenage crush is still there, but she won’t act on it. However, when she is attacked at work (a bar owned by SD), Noah and the rest of the club are there to make sure she stays safe.

With attacks on Gwen and a stalker sending gifts to Noah….could they be related? And when the one-night stand shows up at the compound with news that could shake Throttle to core…all hell breaks loose. Gwen’s attacks become more violent and the club is determined to find out who is behind everything. Little do they know, the truth is even crazier than anyone could imagine.

Again, I have loved this series from the beginning. Manda Mellett has a way of pulling me into the SD world and I enjoy every second of it. This book was no exception. I loved Noah and Gwen’s story. To watch Gwen take control of her life and stand her ground was amazing! Hope to see more of them in future books!

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Secure Her (The Chase Security Series Book 4) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Secure Her (Chase Security #4)Secure Her by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zach is still coming to terms with losing an operative on a mission due to their personal relationship when he gets put onto a new case. Undercover female officers are showing up dead when as they are trying to infiltrate a human trafficking ring. Zach, who is known as Ice at the club he partially owns, must teach a new undercover to be a submissive in order to crack this case open. However, this Dom may be finding his personal feelings coming out to play with this Sub.
Saoirse has been asked to come in on a new case when another undercover is found dead. One of the victims is her roommate from Quantico. When she finds herself paired up with Zach on the case, she could have never imagined how her life would change. She is not only able to discover her own desires in the bedroom, she finds herself falling for her Dom. However, personal feelings can be detrimental on a case like this. Can they keep the lines between personal and professional straight?
I think the thing that made this book more interesting was the constant flashbacks and timeline from a victim’s point of view. I found myself having to set the book aside a time or two because it delves into some heavy topics. Like the other books in the series, I enjoyed the story and always find myself wanting more from the Chase Security world!

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10 Days by KJ Holliday – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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10 Days10 Days by KJ Holliday
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When Alex is suffering from a serious case of writer’s block (and the deadline for his next book is looming), his best friend Luke takes him up to the mountains to help Alex find that spark. Luke’s other best friend, and friend of Alex by association, Penny joins them on the trip.
While opening Alex’s eyes to what it takes to survive in nature, Alex’s eyes are also opened about his feelings for Penny. While there is a “bro-code” between Alex and Luke, Alex finds it harder and harder to keep his thoughts from straying to Penny. When they realize they have a mutual attraction, they decide to act on it. Should they be honest with Luke at tell him what’s going on?
When they are forced to end their trip early and come home, doubts start to creep into Alex’s mind about whether or not this thing with Penny can survive back in the city. This causes him and Lucas to argue…and Alex to doubt if he is worthy.
I found myself drawn to Alex’s character because I can see myself in him (minus the childhood and background issues). However, I believe Penny is good for him and forces him, gently, out of his comfort zone to see the person he could be. I enjoyed the story and, like most readers, want to know what happens next. Overall, a good story.

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8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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8 Second Ride8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This quick read has a lot going on.

Tuck is an army-vet ranch hand who is hoping for a spot at the PBR finals in Las Vegas. His dream is to bring home the gold buckle. To make ends meet now, he works on the Four Leaf Ranch. He enjoys his job and his boss…it’s the boss’ spoiled daughter, Jessie, that gets to him. Jessie is hot, but she acts like a spoiled brat and that is not attractive to Tuck.

Jessie may act like a spoiled daddy’s girl…but it’s because she is protecting her heart. She has been through some tough times that keep her from opening her heart (or her bed) to cowboys. Her ex did a number on her. But a drunken confession about her true feelings change the dynamics between her and Tuck. Can she trust this cowboy?

Like I said, this was a fast read but it was enjoyable. I would like more of the story…like what happens in Vegas.

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Beckoned (Born of Darkness Book 1) by R. B. Fields – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Beckoned (Born of Darkness, Book 1)Beckoned by R.B. Fields
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found myself finishing this book quickly because I could not put it down.

Dawn is a nurse who finds herself stalking the streets at night to hunt down serial killers. However, her latest hunt finds her fighting a vampire. When another vampire steps in and kills one of his own to protect Dawn, neither he nor Dawn are safe. However, when Silas brings Dawn home to protect them both…his housemates have their reservations. As time passes, they all start coming to the conclusion that there is more to Dawn than meets the eye…and they can’t agree if that is a good thing or a bad thing. It doesn’t help that all 4 vampires are sexy and Dawn can’t seem to keep her hands (among other parts) off of them. When another hive of vampires come seeking vengeance for their member’s death…it is obvious they they want Dawn. Will Silas and the other defend her against their own kind…or is she more trouble than she’s worth?

I really liked the back and forth between Dawn and the guys…even surly Markula. I definitely want to read the rest of the series now because I need to know how it all plays out!

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Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry (The Infinite Love Series Book One) by Kira Adams – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry (The Infinite Love Series, Book 1)Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry by Kira Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of those books that will break your heart while also trying to make it whole again.

Ciera has been bullied since middle school and just wants to make it through her senior year. Topher is one of those bullies, but has found that being at the top of the high school pyramid isn’t always as glamorous and amazing as people make it out to be. Once Ciera shows up on Topher’s radar, she seems to be everywhere. A chance encounter during detention one day will change the course of both of their lives.

While I don’t want to give away the plot of the story because it is beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time, I feel like Ciera and Topher come into each other’s lives when they both need it. Each brings something to the other’s life that will change them and stay with them forever. I definitely needed some tissues while reading…but I still enjoyed every page.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kayla has returned home after fleeing the abusive relationship she found herself in. Imagine her surprise to find out that her parents are selling their home to buy a condo…from the man she had a crush on when she was younger.
When Jaxon runs into Kayla at a coffee shop, he wants to know more about her life and, more importantly, more about the bruises around her neck. He still has feelings for Kayla, but knows that they must clear the air regarding their pasts before they can have a future.
When a former co-worker, and former ex of her ex, is found dead…Kayla fears that she could be next. A grim warning from the spirit of her brother really makes her start to worry. Add in Jaxon’s missing brother and there is a lot going on in this story.
I found myself rooting for Jaxon and Kayla. You could feel their love for each other from the beginning. There were definitely some big secrets that they kept from each other…but watching how they dealt with them had me even more engrossed in the story. Overall, a good story that I was able to finish in one sitting.

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1) by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1)Climbing The Walls by Sacha T.Y. Fortuné
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book interesting to read because it deals with the harsh reality that marriage isn’t always perfect and happy…it takes a lot of work!
Kris and Nicole’s story is told from both sides….which took a couple chapters to get used to. However, once I did, I found it intriguing to see the story from both sides. Kris is in love with his wife…but wishes she would give as much effort to her family as she does to her job. Nicole is a workaholic who is trying to please her boss, at the expense of her family.
There were times that I found myself disliking both Kris and Nicole…only to come to the realization that this is real life. Relationships take constant work and failure to work at it, or let it sit idly on the sidelines, will cause to to begin to crumble.
This book is not a quick read…but it is worth it. I would set the book down and come back to it to see how their story would conclude. It just drew me in and I felt invested as the story continued. Overall, a good read!

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Nobody Knows (Razes Hell Book 1) by Kyra Lennon – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Nobody KnowsNobody Knows by Kyra Lennon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow…that was quite a ride. I am glad I didn’t know much about this book before going into it because it made for a great read. I kept turning the pages and reading through until I reached the end in one sitting.

Jason and Drew are brothers that are both part of the band Razes Hell. Ellie has known Jason and Drew for years and is part of the glue that holds the brothers together. For publicity, their manage has had them playing on a brotherly feud that seems to become more truth than fiction as time wears on. When Ellie becomes the center of the feud, there may be no going back to the way things were. A secret held for a best friend may be the relationship ender that keeps the three apart forever. Is there any way to come back from that? (You’ll have to read to find out)

I really did enjoy the entire story. I could feel Ellie’s heart being tugged in different directions as the story progressed and my heart broke right along with hers. The ending was definitely worth the wait. And I found myself really enjoying Ellie’s sister’s character. Overall, a great book!

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