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September Breeze (Cinnamon Bay Romance Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Jana Teppih

September Breeze (Cinnamon Bay, #2)September Breeze by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

September Breeze is the second story in Cinnamon Bay written by Nikki Lynn Barrett. Cinnamon Bay is a series filled with romance, mystery, and magic and the stories take place in the quirky coastal town of Cinnamon Bay, North Carolina. Each book is written by a different writer which gives us a series that will fall in love with! Nikki Lynn Barrett is a new writer for me and I know I will be picking up her books now that I have read September Breeze.
The small town matchmakers are at it again in this small town when they send a songwriter Tess Dixon to Brian Taylor’s door. Brian is a widow with two young daughters and is looking for a live – in nanny but of course it is not as simple as that as the add that Tess was given, it was not a live-in nanny that the family was looking for but a mother …
You can imagine where the story might take us and I loved the two little girls and the patience Tess had with them and I loved the affection and the playfulness and I also felt drawn to Tess’ baggage … don’t we all have some?
I recommend you to pick up a copy and join Tess and Brian and Alice and Tatum and join me in keeping our fingers crossed!

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Into Pieces (Shattered Hearts Series Book 2) by Nicole Banks – Review by Debi Kircher

Into Pieces (Shattered Hearts #2)Into Pieces by Nicole Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Into Pieces (Shattered Hearts Series Book 2) by Nicole Banks

5 ++++ Stars

OMG I loved this book, it was even better than the 1st one and I loved that one. This one brought out all kinds of emotions and fears and feelings.

This picked up right after book 1 and gave us so much, Im really loving the multiple pov’s. I wasn’t sure but I sincerely think I could read every book in that way. There’s no guessing about anyone and this author did it in a way you were never confused. This one delved a whole lot deeper into all the moving parts of this story and these characters, and that is another reason I love these books, you have your 2 main but you also get invested in many of the other characters as well.

I read this in one sitting because I sincerely could not put it down and in some spots I wasn’t sure if I could read it fast enough all the while not wanting it to end. I already have the next on my kindle and I’m so so so excited for that story, I already miss all of these people and I just finished this book.

I must add that you have to read these in order, I can’t imagine not having book 1 under my belt before reading this one or the next.

Many Thanks to this author for giving me another favorite series for this year, and another that I will definitely reread in the future.

Loved it!

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Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel by Linda Bennett Pennell – Review By Caralee Loonat

Al Capone at the Blanche HotelAl Capone at the Blanche Hotel by Linda Bennett Pennell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel By Linda Bennett Pennell
4 stars!!!!

I do like to read different genres sometimes and this really was a good change. I really like how the author uses the past and history to help to enrich the story. I felt that this really added to the story and what a story. I love history and this book really fit in well with that.

The way that the characters interact is unique. I like how Liz is able to use her love of history and especially crime in history. The whole way in which her study and research begins to tie into the story is just amazing. I could feel her emotions as she was researching. I felt the sort of let down when she couldn’t really tie Al Capone in. I certainly enjoyed reading this book and I would definitely read more from this author in the future.

Review by @caraleeloonat

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Ice Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L Moody – Review by Angela Hayes

Ice Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria 1)Ice Crown by Kay L Moody
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Ice Crown is the first book in The Elements of Kamdaria Series by Kay L Moody. It is a YA Fantasy- with magic, mystery, action, and adventure. It has a bit of an Avatar The Last Airbender feel to the story- but definitely has its own unique identity.
I found the story to be well written and thought Ms. Moody got this new series off to a great start! I Loved her Truth Seer Trilogy, so I was intrigued by what I would find inside the cover of this book. I think this series holds great promise, and if this book is anything to go by the rest of the series looks set to be fantastic.
My only issue is with the novella length to the book- as I felt that it suffered a little from a lack of more ‘meat’ to the story. Trying to keep within certain page ‘constraints’ seemed to me to result in skipping over a lot of ‘time’ and other details- which if they’d been included would have beefed-up the story and made it something I could have really sunk my teeth into. That’s not to say that I didn’t enjoy it, because I did. I just thought it would have been a more ‘epic’ adventure- if it had been fleshed out more. I am hoping that the rest of the books are a little longer and more ‘meaty’.
Talise is a wonderful MC- she’s strong, talented, clever, and interesting. She’s one determined young lady. It was easy to like her and invest in her and the outcome of her story.
I am intrigued to see where the series goes- and can’t wait for book #2.

Thank You, Kay L Moody!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Divided Mind by M. Billiter – Review by Tausha Treadway

A Divided MindA Divided Mind by M. Billiter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Divided Mind by M. Billiter . This book was amazing. You know when you read a good book and you can’t stop thinking about it, this is that book . This book resonates with me because I suffer from depression. Its the story of Branson a high school student and his mother Tara. Branson has mental illness and and is coming to terms with it. Tara tries her best and isn’t always the best mom but she does everything in love. Branson’s family and friends don’t always understand his illness and they do and say very inappropriate things. This story delves into how mental illness doesn’t only effect the person but the whole family. Tara also has a high stress job while trying to help Branson the best she can and deal with family who doesn’t understand. This book will pull at your heart strings, make you furious and make you laugh. Its the best book on mental illness I’ve read. Its not just cookie cutter medicine. Read this story and you will love it and will think about it long after you have read it!

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Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel by Linda Bennett Pennell – Review by Kerry Baker

Al Capone at the Blanche HotelAl Capone at the Blanche Hotel by Linda Bennett Pennell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel by Linda Bennett Pennell. This book is seeped in history and intrigue with a great crossover to modern day.
This is a story told in two separate times. The authors does a great job of jumping between the two time lines while keeping you invested in all the characters.
For me I found this book to be a slow build type of book. It didn’t instantly hook but either realising it the book crept up and grabbed my interest.
The story is full of detail and suspense. I really wasn’t sure at first if I would like it but I definitely enjoyed it. For anyone who likes this genre I would say to give this book a go!

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Into Pieces (Shattered Hearts Series Book 2) by Nicole Banks – Review by Kerry Baker

Into Pieces (Shattered Hearts #2)Into Pieces by Nicole Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Into Pieces by Nicole Banks is the second book in the Shattered Hearts series. You do need to read these books in order as this story is the first continuation of the story we began in book one.
This book does so much more for the characters then even the first one did. For me the first book was so emotional due to the nature of it. However this book showed the complexity and depth that the characters have and this leads on you on a such a journeys
The author really takes you for a ride as well. There are so Lang his and downs you really begin to questions whether or not this couple will make it. This is a brilliant book and I think everyone should read it.

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Truck Stopped (Satan’s Devils MC #11) by Manda Mellett – Review by Lucy Berson

Truck StoppedTruck Stopped by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Truck Stopped, Satan’s Devils #11, by Manda Mellett. This is the eleventh book in the series and I have read them all. I have been waiting for Truck’s book and I was not disappointed!!! I’ve decided to take a little break in reading because I am only 35% in and I have cried a total of 4 times already. Right now my heart is breaking for Allie…… back to the book….

WOW!!!! I will admit I was slightly scared to finish but I am so glad that I did. I absolutely loved how Ms. Mellett went back and forth between himself and Peg and Truck and Allie. So can you really turn a whore into a housewife??? Jump and and find out!!!!! I CAN NOT wait until the kids stories come out!!!!

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Ice Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L Moody – Review by Tausha Treadway

Ice Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria 1)Ice Crown by Kay L Moody
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ice Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1) by Kay L Moody. This is the first book in this series and I loved it. Its the story of Talise who can manipulate the elements with ease; water, air, earth & fire. She and her family are sent to live in the Storm which is a place of exile. If you do anything wrong you and your whole family are sent there. Its a barren wasteland. Not much food and lots of people die due to lack of nourishment. There is no way out. The only way to get out is to be a Master Shaper. Talise is determined to win the Position. Her only problem is there is another very talented Shaper named Aaden and he is a Citizen of the Crown so he has unlimited resources. So will Aaden win the Master Shaper as everyone expects him to or will Talise win against all odds? Read this amazing novella to find out!

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Monty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

Monty and the MonsterMonty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Monty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley

5-Stars

Monty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley was an excellent, fun, and family friendly novel. Monty was a very creative and well developed character. His struggle adapting to a new town and having to make new friends is something many individuals can relate to. It was an excellent way to make him seem more realistic and relatable. I had no problem identifying with him and remember having the same issues as a young girl when my family moved.

I also enjoyed how easy the storyline was to follow and how the author really made everything come to life. I also loved the various settings and how descriptive the author was in following Monty into the secret passage at the beginning of the book. I feel this book is appropriate for younger readers as well as older but not younger than maybe 5th or 6th grade level due to the amount of pages and different vocabulary used. I do highly recommend this book since it was a fun read.

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The Traitor (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Naomi McDonald

The Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys SeriesThe Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys Series by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Traitor is the second book in the Underground Bad Boys series. It can be read as a standalone.

I enjoyed the characters in this book. It can be difficult to find romance novels with strong female leads, but I found Josie to be a well-written character. Even though Josie was in a bad situation, she was making an effort on her own to take care of her problems before Knox showed up in her life. It didn’t have that whole damsel-in-distress feel. I did feel bad for Gage at the end. Poor guy. Third time will be the charm? One can hope at least. I love his character.

The Traitor has plenty of steamy scenes to keep you entertained. I’m glad the author is writing bisexual characters. It gives more complexity to the story. One of the other things I love about this book is that it isn’t all light and fluffy. It’s got grit yet still manages to pull on your emotions.

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Out Bad (Sinners or Saints Book 1) by Janice M. Whiteaker – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Out BadOut Bad by Janice M. Whiteaker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Out Bad by Janice M. Whiteaker is book one of the Sinners or Saints series. This is the first book I’ve read by this author but I really enjoyed the book.

This book is Joe and Gwen’s story. Both characters carry some pretty heavy demons from their past. Joe tries to redeem himself at every step. He wants to be worthy of a family and a good life. Gwen is a workaholic. She’s pretty sure her chance for a family of her own has passed. When Joe meets Gwen, he knows she’s just the motivation he needs to clean up his act completely. The only problem with demons is they usually come back for more.

This book was pretty suspenseful. I couldn’t wait to find out what was happening. I couldn’t put it down! I can’t wait to read the next book!

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Monty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Monty and the MonsterMonty and the Monster by Rhonda Smiley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Monty the Monster by Rhonda Smiley is a fun book to read. Definitely something that middle schoolers/young adults might enjoy reading.

Monty is a 7th grader who has once again moved to a new place. It’s hard to make and keep friends when you move around so much. Monty finds a serum and decides to create a friend which should be much easier than making friends. However, things don’t go according to plan and Monty May have created a monster…literally. Monty has to come up with a new plan once he realizes his monster best friend may be eating neighborhood kids.

This book was a fun read but also very relatable for young people. Monty’s character can be easily related to at almost any age though. Making friends is not easy!

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The Traitor (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys SeriesThe Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys Series by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Traitor (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 2) by India Kells is a dark erotic romance story that is Hot, hot, hot. It is M/F/M that will leave you sizzling and steamy as the words jump off the page. I really enjoy India’s books and her stories are wonderfully written. We are taken on a journey where there is drama and danger, heartache and pleasure, suspense and intrigue. The characters are full of pain and emotion and are as flawed as they are broken and all fighting their own demons. This ménage à trois is beautifully woven and well crafted.

Spencer’s life has been spent in the dark and seedy side of life and it has left him with things that are bogging him down. He is not proud of that life and the burden is sometimes too tough to handle. He is a man of his word but even he had his limits and he betrayed and left behind the life that he once knew, that is until that past comes back to haunt him when a mysterious woman comes into his life.

Josie world fell apart and now she has to work herself to the bone all because of her horrible ex. She suddenly finds that there is more to the handsome stranger who has been in town for the last 6 months and that her life is about to change.

Gage had to get away, so he decides to catch up with his old mate whose life was similar to his. When he arrives he finds something to keep his mind off things by turning up the heat but he soon finds that he is again the odd one out.

I can’t wait to see what India has for us next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Fools Rush In (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 3) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Jenni Bishop

Fools Rush In (Interstellar Rescue, #3)Fools Rush In by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fools Rush In: Interstellar Rescue Series Book 3 by Donna S. Frelick is the third book in this Sci Fi romance series and is really a prequel to the other two books. It takes us to the beginning of Agent Rayna Carver and Captain Sam Murphy, who you would know from books one and two. It is a quick and easy read and this book mainly centres around being on spaceships and the dangers of other beings trying to take over. takes place on starships and occasional dingy and dangerous ports. As battles ensue and fights for lives romance blossoms in the toughest of them all. There is plenty of action and battles, plots and murder and much more that will keep you turning the pages. The characters are endearing and are easy to like. This is actually my favourite book in the series.

Rayna is an agent sent on missions to help bring prisoners home after being abducted from all over the universe. She is one sassy, strong and take no prisoners type of gal and she has just met her match. Will she be able to survive the ordeal or will she fail in her mission?

Sam is a space pirate and he hates the creatures who abduct beings. He is also wanted by the same agency that employs the woman who won’t leave his mind. With a fight against time will he survive and be able to help the woman he loves?

I am not a sci fi lover but I did enjoy this series. If you enjoy science fiction then this series is for you.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Traitor (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Kerry Carr

The Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys SeriesThe Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys Series by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another book from the Underground Bad Boys Romance series by India Kells.

It follows the story of Spencer Knox and Josie.

Spencer escaped the underworld and sets up life in a small town away from everything he knows. His life seems to be going well until the arrival of Josie.

Josie is his neighbour but she has problems that no one knows and when Knox finds out he cant turn away from her.

What starts off as a business deal to help solve her problems leads them to developing feelings for each other but this is too much for Knox to bear. So he runs and pushes Josie away.

Can he be brave enough to put all his fears aside and embrace the love of a woman he never expected to fall for.

Its a lovely love story that proves love can change people for the better and if you want something bad enough you can make it happen

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