Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another excellent book I have been waiting for from Storm. I really enjoyed the storyline and finished this book quickly! I especially enjoyed the character development into Emery as she was only a side character in the first of this series. And talk about SPICY! I will be taking cold showers for a week after this one.
Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Raven Woman’s Tavern spins a tale of shapeshifters, outcasts, corruption, and more.
Raven Woman’s Tavern was a delight to experience. From the beginning when we hear about Warrentown through the eyes of the Raven to the story lines of Rachel, Valerie, Baylor and the others, this story is told in a way that is beautiful and enchanting. While reading most of it, I could imagine sitting around a campfire or in large room listening to a tale of how the world came to be. It’s a quick, interesting read but leaves me wishing for a little more to the story. I wish to hear more about the birth of Warrentown and how the Raven pictures the world’s growth. This book feels more like the start of an in-depth novel or series and I really hope to see more about this world of shapeshifters, Rainier, and Warrentown.
As you read, it brings a lot of thoughts to mind about what you’d do if in different situations, many of which may feel a tad too close to home in some parts of the world. How willing are you to break the law to make the world a better place? How far are you willing to go to protect the ones you care about from a justice system that’s corrupt? Raven Woman’s Tavern takes a look inside the minds of Warrentown’s remaining citizens and the lengths they’re willing to go to survive. I definitely think you should take a chance on this story and then beg for more!
Ready for more from Laura Koerber!
Deadly Words by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a wild ride this read was. It was a Rollercoaster of dark and twisty and it had me hooked so quickly! What an excellent story with the ability to make you feel everything as if you’re going through it yourself! This was my first time reading a book from this author and they spun an amazing tale! This is a book I have a hard time not spoiling for all because there were so many good parts!!! Definately reccomend!
Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely LOVED this book. From the moment Stella met Johnny, I knew this book was going to be good. It’s one of those books that I could see being turned into a movie or a TV show. Stella is trying to get a promotion at her job after working very hard for countless years. Johnny is the country hottie she meets during her newest adventure of temporary relocation. This is book 1 in the Cousins Gone series and I will most definitely be reading the other books in the series.
Unsettled Scores by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unsettled Scores (DAG Team Series Book 2) by Kel O’Connor
4 out of 5 Stars
Amy Stuart is guilt-riddled after the death of her beloved sister Audrey. The rift her sister’s death caused has left Amy estranged from her niece. Amy is on the continual hunt for the scumbag who abducted her and her sister, the catalyst for her sister’s death. Some intel has led Amy back to Atlanta where everything happened and where her niece resides. Can this trip get Amy the answers she is looking for? Can it lead to a reunion with her niece?
Hugh Bainbridge IV reached out to the private investigation company DAG for assistance when drugs were found in the shipment of shoes meant to help. Hugh volunteers his legal services to the non-profit that sends shoes to those in need. Hugh didn’t know that it would bring Amy to his doorstep. Faced with a possible budding relationship and slaying the demons of the past, Hugh finds a way to be the man Amy needs. Given Amy’s job, is Hugh a permanent or temporary solution for her?
Kel O’Connor continues the outstanding story of DAG’s team members! Kel delivers the heat and the twists that keep you glued to your book. There are still unanswered questions. Did The Duke give up the information to make amends for what Ajax did? Who is the mole? There is enough suspension for another book!!
Unsettled Scores by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unsettled Scores (DAG Team Series Book 2) by Kel O’Connor
4 out of 5 Stars
Amy Stuart is guilt-riddled after the death of her beloved sister Audrey. The rift her sister’s death caused has left Amy estranged from her niece. Amy is on the continual hunt for the scumbag who abducted her and her sister, the catalyst for her sister’s death. Some intel has led Amy back to Atlanta where everything happened and where her niece resides. Can this trip get Amy the answers she is looking for? Can it lead to a reunion with her niece?
Hugh Bainbridge IV reached out to the private investigation company DAG for assistance when drugs were found in the shipment of shoes meant to help. Hugh volunteers his legal services to the non-profit that sends shoes to those in need. Hugh didn’t know that it would bring Amy to his doorstep. Faced with a possible budding relationship and slaying the demons of the past, Hugh finds a way to be the man Amy needs. Given Amy’s job, is Hugh a permanent or temporary solution for her?
Kel O’Connor continues the outstanding story of DAG’s team members! Kel delivers the heat and the twists that keep you glued to your book. There are still unanswered questions. Did The Duke give up the information to make amends for what Ajax did? Who is the mole? There is enough suspension for another book!!
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caught by him was a good quick little read. I liked most of the characters and can’t help but laugh at the way Willa and Brody met. Brody thought she was an intruder and she was just house sitting next door for her grandfather. These two were definitely attracted to eachother from their very first meeting. They seem to hit it off until people try to band together to keep them apart. Will they be successful or will Brody and Willa be able to form a relationship.
I thought the book was well written and look forward to more books by this author.
review by @xchellex
Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book 2 in the Men of Syn series. Caine is wanted for murder. He runs to his longtime best friend Hawke. Caine needs to find enough evidence to clear his name or make enough money to leave the country. He starts working in Hawke’s members only BDSM club to make some quick cash. What he doesn’t anticipate is the princess that crosses his path. Emery is used to the best of everything, until her father is arrested and all his assets are seized, which includes everything Emery owns except for her car and a couple suitcases of clothes. The first contact between Emery and Caine there is heat.
I love the intensity between Emery and Caine. She can feel his eyes on her even when she can’t lay eyes on him. Even though Caine is a dominant, Emery can’t help but let her bratty side show, even when she knows there will be repercussions. Will the secrets they are hiding from each other be too much for them to overcome or will the feelings they have for each other win? I can’t get enough of the Men of Syn.
No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 1st book in the Mafia Elite series. This is a Romantic Suspense novel and is 242 pages in length. Y’all, ALL the author’s series are THE best – you will not be disappointed! This story follows Max and Liliana. Max is disguised as an assassin and is hired by Liliana’s father to be her bodyguard. The only problem is she does not trust him. Her father uses her to stay in power. She is essentially trapped until he decides to marry her off and then she will be trapped there too. She has a plan to get out but then again, so does Max. This book was so great, I wish I could insert little clappy hands emojis!
Romancing the Tropics by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Romancing the Tropics (A Tropical Cocktail Romance Boxset) by L.M. Mountford was definitely an interesting romance read for me. While this box set is very short Mr. Mountford knows how to pack the pages with lots of steamy romance. I don’t normally read romances with this much steam, but I found myself incapable of putting Romancing the Tropics (A Tropical Cocktail Romance Boxset) by L.M. Mountford down until I finished it in just a couple of hours. His word building was fantastic and the the short stories flows without flaw.
Return to Alpha by Wesley Britton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Return to Alpha by Wesley Britton was a very interesting read for me, while I don’t usually read sci-fi I thought I would give this one a shot. Upon starting the book the story was interesting, and the chapters short enough that I was able to read it relatively quickly. I must admit even thought this is the sixth book in the series, it is the first that I have read but you can read the detailed story as a stand alone. But personally I find myself wanting to read the rest to see how the story got the great place it is in this installment. Mr. Britton puts his great word-building skills to use to give us very vivid details for not wonky his story but also his wonderful characters. So if you love sci-fi then I definitely recommend Return to Alpha as your next weekend read.
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly was a fantastic short read. While this book is only seventy pages long Ms. Mannersly really knows how to draw her readers in fast. I was immediately drawn to this book by its blurb and the cover alone but I was hooked after the first few pages. Ms. Mannersly really knows how to hook her romance readers by giving us a dashing male lead, a beautiful and brilliant female lead, and just enough heat to make you continue to flip the pages. I was so enthralled in this short read that I read it in just a little over an hour. So if your looking for a great short romance to read this weekend then I highly recommend Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly.
Return To Alpha: A new saga begins by Wesley Britton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Return to Alpha: A new saga begins is a sci/fi adventure and Author Wesley Britton is a new author to me. I really enjoyed this book and it was nice to start out with the characters names and getting to kn ow who they are. Parts of the story remind me of current times. Disease and global warming are taking over and destroying earth. When a group of aliens arrive in Jamaica, there is not a warm welcome at first. Then the story has an dystopian feel with adventure and even in a little romance.
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly is a fast and very cute read! I sat down to read it and did not stop until I was done. Brody is an actor who is taking a break from his work, and Willa is taking care of her grandfather’s house – right next to Brody’s. When he catches her “breaking in” to the house, they meet and are instantly attracted. While they deal with an assistant and an ex, it is not hard to become enthralled in the story and wrapped up with these two great characters. This is my first read from this author, and I believe I found another great one to add to my list! 4 stars.
No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Max left for dead is out for blood in Amy McKinley’s No Way Out. Planning to use Lilianna as his pawn to complete his plans. This Chicago mafia romance is exciting and unexpected. Well written in it’s own right, it tells the story of Max’s rise to take his place as the boss of the Chicago Caruso family and the means of which were granted by the original families in Sicily.
Though a work of fiction it’s very real in the sense of the ideal workings of some mafia/cartels today. It’s about power and growing that power that unfortunately leads to loveless marriages. You can learn a lot just from this fictional overview Amy McKinley created in No Way Out. You can’t ever just leave, you will always be a liability to turn if you do so.
In saying that, I loved the dynamic between Lilianna & Max, though unexpectedly they loved fiercely and worked well together as a unit. Told through both points of view you don’t miss a bit of the action, keeping one of the edge of their seat to what will happen next. I can’t wait to read the next book in the Mafia Elite series!
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Slow Burn is a very appropriate title for this book. Adam is a tough guy persona with an ugly personality from emotional and physical trauma he suffered. Maddie is sweet and caring but has her own emotional scars to deal with. As they shed the walls they have built will they find what they are looking for?
I absolutely loved this story. It was sexy and beautiful and reminded me of my own love story IRL. Adam and Maddie are both characters who are well developed and definitely have the reader rooting for them. An easy read that leaves you wanting more and the author provided an extra chapter! I love HEA!!!
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This short and sweet romance was a real page turner and I read it in one sitting. Well known movie star Brody Nash first meets Willa when she’s attempting to jump over his neighbours gate and he mistakes her for a burglar. It turns out Willa is house sitting for her Grandfather and the couple can’t deny their instant attraction to one another, and get to know each other better. Unfortunately both Willa’s ex boyfriend Hayden and Brody’s PA Carmody plot to split the couple up. When Willa leaves on her houseboat it looks like they have succeeded but Brody hopes his spontaneous actions will save their relationship. The characters in this story were wonderfully detailed and both Brody and Willa were likeable and relatable making it easy to feel engaged with them. Their obvious chemistry came across in the writing and led to some sizzling scenes. Secondary characters Hayden and Carmody were also well defined and bought different elements to the storyline. The author really made the setting come alive with her descriptive narrative and I felt as though I was in Australia along with the couple, especially the parts in Brody’s house which overlooks Sydney Harbor. A heartwarming love story which I found entertaining and enjoyable.
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Brody is an actor who has taken some time to prepare for an upcoming role. One night he sees what appears to be a burglar breaking into the house next door. Unbeknownst to him it is Willabelle, the neighbors granddaughter there to house sit.
They are both instantly attracted to one another and from there on out inseparable, until a little speed bump of drama, in the form of an ex and a substitute publicist, interferes. This is a quick, to the point, easy read about instant love and a little bit of drama.
Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Caine by Anise Storm is the second book in the Men of Syn series, this is an utterly fantastic follow up to book one and is quite possibly even better. After reading the description fully expected to not really like this book – spoiled rich girl Main characters aren’t usually my favourite. However the author did such a good job of creating likeable characters that I couldn’t help but fall in love with them.
This whole book felt exciting. I’m glad I read them in order – although this could be read as a stand-alone – because it felt like I got a much better grounding for this book. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for book 3!
Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber is a short dystopian novel that has some truly interesting characters. The story is well thought and so intriguing. I honestly think it would have benefited from being a full length novel to really be able to explore these ideas even further.
I was really taken in by the story as a whole. I think the ending lacked a bit of conviction but as a whole the book was a great read. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and this author.
Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Men of Syn are downright sinful for sure. I fell head over heels in love with the series with book one, HAWKE, so when I saw book two was available I scooped it up faster than you could say one-click. These reads hit all the sweet spots for me when it comes to dark and delicious romance that makes me blush as I read but has me coming back for more every single time. Once again in CAINE we are brought back to the BDSM club of SYN to get the story of Caine, a sexy dom on the run and up to no good for sure. I loved his story and couldn’t possibly think he would have gained higher love than Hawke but I was so wrong and he quickly became one of my absolute favorite characters that Anise Storm has written that I have had the pleasure of reading so far. I cannot wait to see what else this series will hold and who we will get to meet and fall in love with next!
Review by @lizaileen
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No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another great read by Amy McKinley! The first book in her Mafia Elite series, the book is a bit slower of a start than the other books that I have read by her, but by the end I was hooked and excited to read more of the series!
Max has been tasked with protecting his mentor’s granddaughter Liliana, the daughter of a Chicago Mafia crime boss. Liliana is sceptical of the new bodyguard at first, but through a series of actions that he takes is able to begin to trust him. Does her father find out his secret motive in working him, or is he able to fulfill his mentors wishes, all the while falling for the girl he has been assigned to protect? You won’t know unless you read!
Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Maddie and Adam will for sure light your kindle on fire with a “slow burn” that will have you aching for more AK MacBride ASAP! MacBride is a new author to me so this is a wonderful find for me at a five star read that had me so hooked I read well past my bedtime to find out if these two characters that had stolen my heart would get the happily ever after I so wanted them to have. Of course you will have to read and find out if they did for yourself because you won’t find that detail in my review lol but I can tell you this book is one you do not want to miss. Especially if you enjoy reads that can make you cry and laugh all in one chapter, not something that is easy to do with such ease and grace that AK MacBride does so very well in this one several times. I loved the fact that the tragedies were believable and relatable and made the story rich not heavy. I was completely invested in the futures of these two from the way they would love to the way they would live. I cannot wait to see what else is available from Ms. MacBride!
Review by @lizaileen
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Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caught By Him is a great contemporary romance novella by Tammy Mannersly. I have read a few of her books before and have always enjoyed reading them. This was no different. I devoured this novella in one sitting in less than two hours.
This may be a short book but the writer manages to pack a good amount into it. The story is fast paced and flows well.
I loved the two main characters Willa and Brody. Both are very well written and are believable character that you can connect with. I also hated both of their exes who try their hardest to split Willa and Brody up many times. Willa’s ex just can’t take the hint that their relationship is over and will stoop to any level get her back.
This is an entertaining read, it’s very lighthearted and keeps the reader engaged with the story.
I would recommend this book.
Return To Alpha: A new saga begins by Wesley Britton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a really good Sci fi adventure. The author does an amazing job of making the story seem so realistic that you could imagine it actually happening. This is the first book I have read by this author and I really enjoyed it. I love how the author mixed a scifi story with current events happening in the world. It makes the story more realistic and relatable.
Plant earth is slowly being destroyed with terrorists, disease and global warming. Things on Earth are going from bad to worse.
So when a group of 6 aliens land on the shore of Jamaica how are the people of Earth going to react. Are we going to embrace the new arrivals or is fear going to get the best of us and we end up destroying them as well. The aliens now have to learn to live in a world that is strange to them all the while protecting themselves from being hunted by the people that they had come to learn from and help.
This books is really good as it is so relevant and uses things that are happening currently such as pandemics and global warming. It also plays on people’s theories and fears and makes us ask the question how would we react if we knew for certain we weren’t the only living beings. That other living beings lived on other planets.
Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I can always count on Nicole Flockton to deliver an enjoyable story as was swept along on another wonderful read! This story definitely had all the ingredients to hold my attention- right from beginning to end. I enjoyed the story so much I read it in one sitting.
Home to the Outback is the first book in the Welcome To Bunya Junction series by Nicole Flockton. This is a contemporary romance, ’my best friends’ sister’ type story with Ms. Flockton’s own unique touches. There also plenty of emotion, drama, some danger, and secrets- all set in a small country town called Bunya Junction in the Australian outback.
Sindy Carruthers returned to her hometown three years earlier, when life got ugly. She has made a new life for herself managing the local medical clinic and feels like she finally has her life back on track. But with the death of the local doctor- life once again throws her a bit of a curve ball- in the form of Dr. Ryan Flanagan who arrives to attend the funeral of his friend and mentor. Then to make things even more complicated, they find that they have both been named in the will. Gaining a half share in the medical practice. Add a little danger, secrets, drama, and angst, and we have a captivating story.
A great start to this new series and I am really looking forward to reading the rest of the instalments!
Thank you, Nicole Flockton!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a fun book to read. Princess Rowan is most likely the black sheep of the family who has the right amount of sass and is an out-spoken, strong willed, independent princess who just can’t seem to stay out of trouble with her cousin Davin usually by her side. She falls in love with Lord Theodore who is everything a backwards Socairan Lord should be but finds a soft spot for the fairy Princess.
Scarlet Princess is a romantic, high fantasy adventure that I enjoyed so much that I could not put down. The writing and editing are great, allowing the story to be truly immersive. The twist and turns that this book took was incredible and always made you guess as to what was going to happen next.
This book leaves you on a cliff hanger and you will be wanting more. It was an amazing read, and so very easy to get sucked into the story line and get lost in. I love how the story was written, which is what captivated me into it. The writing and technique truly spoke for itself and I anxiously am awaiting to see what unfolds in the next book in this amazing series! I would recommend this book and look forward to the next.
Reviewed by @jennifer3343
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Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This book is a short paranormal story which I did enjoy, however I think that I expected a bit more. The writing is very good. And the characters have depth. I really started to fall in love with Baylor’s character. I feel like I was missing pieces of the storyline as I was reading. I expected these bits to pop up suddenly, but they never did. I would love to see this a second book. I would definitely want to pick that up and dive deeper into this fantasy world which originally pulled me in.
Baylor is a milita man who seems to be normal in all accounts. He goes out with friends to check out the Raven Tavern, a slow bar in a dying timber town. And they find more than they expect at this little unknown bar.
My Soul to Give by Magali A. Fréchette
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What in intense story!!!! At times, I felt like I was going in circles. Celina’s husband was murdered and Kai, the head demon, came along and offered her a deal for revenge. She learns that nothing is ever as it seems and if it sounds to good to be true, it usually is. There are thrills, twists, action and so much more in here. The plot leaves you thinking because it is a typical good vs evil. We see Celina trying to rescue those trapped in “Hell” and even some good times out of “Kai” but it is always a struggle. It is well worth the read. Great for paranormal romance fans. Highly recommend.
Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really interesting story. It will keep you gripped from beginning to end and is full of twists and turns. I like how at the beginning of the story we get introduced to each individual character and find out how they work and fit into this town.
Warrentown is a small place with very few residents left. The ones that are left are getting old and are struggling to live each day and survive in their town. The town is watched over by Rachel the owner of Raven’s Tavern.
However Racheal isn’t what she appears to be and when a group of people from the local militia come into the town the residents start to panic. Some of them aren’t exactly doing things that are legal and some of them aren’t even human residents.
You are taken on a story through a dying town and the struggles of it residents. You also learn about community and connection when they are faced with an enemy which threatens their way of life.
This book is a good supernatural story which touches on elements of our life today.
