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Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Shannen Kern

February 28, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an absolutely incredible start to the Shattered Embrace series! I had planned on just picking this up and stopping after a couple of chapters, but I devoured this in one sitting. I couldn’t put it down because I was drawn into Ashton and Zachary’s lives from the very beginning. I enjoyed the development of each character and felt it portrayed their chosen lifestyle pretty perfectly. Their chemistry leaps off the pages and refuses to be ignored. The flow of the story is fantastic, and there is plenty of spiciness here as well. While I liked the addition of the steamy scenes, the author did not rely on them to be the base of the plot, which I appreciated! I cannot wait to see what the next installment of this series holds and hope I can be patient. I highly recommend picking this up and losing yourself in this wonderful read!

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Treasure Hunt (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

February 27, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each time I pick up a book from this author, my family and I go on a wonderful adventure! My kids always get super excited when I let them know we’re starting a Lois Wickstrom book. This one is the third book in the Grandma’s Closet series, and I loved it just as much as the others! Carrie has a special relationship with her grandmother, so when she moved, it was a bit difficult for her. Her Grandma left some boxes behind that Carrie explores and finds dowsing rods. You’ll never guess what happens after that, but it’s an amazing tale of finding treasure in the unexpected. I highly recommend sharing this with the young ones in your life as you will enjoy it as much as they do!

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Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries, Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Shannen Kern

February 27, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a lovely cozy mystery to cuddle up with over the weekend! I hadn’t read the first in the series, but I didn’t feel confused when I read this book which is the second in the series. I did enjoy this one so much that I will be picking up the first now! What else could top a great wedding and reception other than an intense crime investigation? When the list of suspects turns up someone that our main character least suspects, the plot gets even more intense! This author did an amazing job of keeping me on my toes throughout the entire story, and I loved every moment of it! I don’t want to accidentally give away any spoilers, but I will say that this is a must-read if you are looking for a cozy mystery to enjoy while bundled up with your tea!

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

February 26, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My family and I get so excited when we pick up another book from this author as they quickly became one of our favorites! Rhyming always makes the story more fun, and these are unlike other rhyming books you’ll find. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous and really do add a little more depth as you read. Somehow this author takes what seems like a complicated life lesson and makes it not only simple, but also fun! Read with the young ones in your life as we learn about the fact that accidents will occur, and what will happen if you aren’t honest. We never hesitate to pick up books from this author, and if you pick this one up, you’ll definitely see why. I highly recommend sharing this with little ones in your family and in the classroom!

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Test of the Four: Book Two of The Serrulata Saga by A.E. Bennett – Review by Shannen Kern

February 26, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The Serrulata Saga, and it was just as incredible as the first! I wouldn’t recommend reading this as a standalone as it picks up right where the first book left off. There is also a great amount of detail overall, which I absolutely love, so getting the feel of the first one would help tremendously. You get to experience this story from multiple points of view, and I love that because it lets you get into the character’s minds a bit more. The depth of the characters is something that I have a hard time finding anywhere else. The author expertly crafts each character, developing them at the perfect pace, and making them somehow both diverse and relatable at the same time. The flow of the story is seamless as I never felt jolted out by an oddly placed phrase or scene change. I lost an entire weekend reading this book, so clear a couple days ahead of time. If you like the dystopian sci-fi genre, this should hands down be your next read! I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next!

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Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

February 22, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My kids and I absolutely adore each book we pick up from this author, and this one definitely ranks in our top 3 favorites for sure! This continues from the first book where we read about the items Carrie’s grandmother left behind when she moved. I love the bond between her and her grandma so much, and you can really feel it throughout the story. The magic of imagination here is tremendous as she finds a box of Magic Wandas and goes on an adventure! The illustrations are beautiful, and I truly enjoy the different fonts that are used throughout. My kiddos always leave these books with a smile, but this one created a whole new game to play thanks to the creativity of this author. I highly recommend picking this up and sharing with the young ones in your life. I bet you’ll get a kick out of it as well!

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Shannen Kern

February 22, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute and engaging children’s book that my two kiddos enjoyed even more than I did! I hadn’t read anything from this author before, but the cover tugged at the animal lover in my heart. I don’t typically read books in this genre, so I have to mention how pleasantly surprised I was when I was pulled into the book. My kids are 8 and 12, and I think they are the perfect age for this story. The illustrations are beautiful and truly added to the book! It also sparked some absolutely wonderful conversations within our family, and that alone makes it a winner in my opinion. I recommend picking this up for the young ones in your life!

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Fade into the Night (Philly Heat Series) by Becky Flade – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Fade Into the Night by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been following this series closely, waiting for the next book, so once I saw it I grabbed it up immediately! After cancelling my day, I got lost in the Philly Heat series world. You can read this as a standalone, but you will end up getting the rest of the series because it’s remarkable! We get to follow Noah and Sadie through this story, and they may be my favorites in all of the books. I was fully invested from the first page as the author expertly crafts another suspenseful tale to keep us on the edge of our seats. Just when I thought I had everything pinned down, they threw another twist at you, then a turn right after that. I loved every moment of it! The multiple points of view is something I also enjoy in a book as it helps you get into each character’s mindset and experience the story a little deeper. The chemistry between Sadie and Noah feels natural, and the flow of the story is flawless. If you’re looking for a suspenseful read with a bit of romance thrown in, this is the one for you because there are plenty of scary things throughout this book! I can’t wait to see what this author has up their sleeve next because I am SO ready for it!

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Beautiful Dangerous (Philly Heat Series Book 4) by Becky Flade – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Beautiful Dangerous by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you haven’t read anything from this author, do yourself a favor and pick this up! Although this is the fourth book in the Philly Heat series, you can absolutely read it as a standalone. I find myself hoping this author continuously releases books because they always surprise me! We get to read about Hannah and Doyle in this installment, and they both stole my heart right away. Emotions run high in this book as Hannah’s brother was tragically murdered, and Doyle is looking to do all he can to protect her from harm. I loved seeing their relationship evolve and the chemistry between them is electrifying! As with the previous books, I devoured this in one day because it’s a story you simply can’t stop in the middle of. It’s fast-paced, the tension is high, and the characters are divine. I highly recommend picking this book up without hesitation, and you’ll soon see why I rave about this author. Set aside your chores for the day, grab some tea, and get cozy because you’re in for a suspenseful nonstop read!

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Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat Series Book 3) by Becky Flade – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Yesterday’s Over by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! I am continually blown away by this author’s amazing creations! This is the third book in the Philly Heat Series, but you can definitely read it as a standalone. I have a feeling you’ll be running to pick up the rest of the series afterward! It took me a little bit to find my groove in the story, but once I did, I couldn’t put it down. One of my favorite parts of this book is the characters. They are strong, unique, quirky and all over relatable. The book itself has plenty of tense situations, danger, suspense, and romance. What would you do if you uncovered a serial killer’s secrets? That’s the big question here. I won’t give anything away but do yourself a favor and get lost in this thrilling romantic suspense this afternoon. You’ll be glad you did! This author comes with a very high recommendation from me!

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Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Philly Heat Series although you can read it as a standalone. It is simply phenomenal! I devoured this book in one day because I had no choice. I couldn’t put it down, I was addicted. The author has vaulted to the top of my watch list, and I’ll be picking up any and everything they release. This is a fast-paced story that will hook you from the beginning and never let go. After reading the synopsis and knowing it will include determination to bring a child killer to justice, you know it will be captivating. Emotions ran high and I’m not ashamed to admit that I shed tears here and there in some parts, but I won’t spoil any part of this marvelous book. Getting to know Lexi and Xavier and being wrapped up in their world was exhilarating to say the least. The characters were incredibly well-developed, and the plot has nothing missing. I highly recommend this book even if it isn’t your normal genre because I think you’ll fall for the author’s writing!

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing start to the series! This is the first book in the Philly Heat Series and my first story from this author altogether. I have to say that I TRULY enjoyed the differing points of view throughout the entire book. Kylee and Jayson seem to personify the saying of “opposites attract” because they have had quite different childhoods. She is a police officer with the mindset of everyone and everything fits into a box. But will Jayson help her see that not everything can be that straightforward? This book caught me by surprise several times with the twists and turns the author has cleverly placed. If you are looking for an amazing romantic suspense read, this should absolutely be your next book!

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Vacation Flirtation…or More? (Winter Getaway Romance Series) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Vacation Flirtation…or More? by Stacey Komosinski
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a fun book to read on my lazy Saturday! It is a pretty quick read, but it doesn’t feel rushed at all which I love. I wouldn’t mind if it was longer, but that’s just because I love it so much, not because the author skimped on details. I laughed out loud more than a handful of times which is a super big bonus for me! Giuliana felt completely relatable, and Landon is such a dreamy heartthrob. I can’t wait to read more from this author, they gained a loyal follower for sure! If you like romance, witty banter, and wonderful characters, this should be your next read without question!

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Perfect Office Pact (Perfect Romance Series) by Maria Jane – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Perfect Office Pact by Maria Jane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute office romance to read over the weekend. It’s a clean, sweet romance that was a nice break from my usual reading. This was my first book from this author, but I’ll be picking up more. It was refreshing to read about Mira and Declan as they evolved throughout the story. Mira is a strong woman that doesn’t take any guff from anyone. Declan wants to be more than just an office boss in Mira’s life. What’s more important, your career or love? It was fun to read, and though the flow of the story felt a bit jolting at times, overall, I really enjoyed the experience. If you like sweet, clean office romances, look no further!

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Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Shannen Kern

February 20, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Deceptively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read other series from this author, and I can’t believe they can keep creating such magnificent stories! This is the first book in the Titans of Chicago series, and what a start it is. I loved the emotional rollercoaster twisting and turning throughout, the highs are heartwarming, and the lows are heart-wrenching. I enjoyed the flow of the story as it grabbed me from the beginning and never let go. The characters are well-developed, and I felt invested in them immediately. Harper and Gabriel start out as teenagers that are in love but are quickly dealt some devastating blows. Will they be able to recover at all? Does time really heal all wounds? I raced through this book because I needed answers, and I cannot wait for the next in this series. If you enjoy romance, suspense, and plenty of emotion, you’ll absolutely love this book!

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Dirty Heartbreaker (Hamilton Steelhawks Series) by A. C. Sheppard – Review by Shannen Kern

February 19, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Dirty Heartbreaker: Hamilton Steelhawks Book 3 by A C Sheppard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I accidentally started with this book instead of the first in the series, but I think it did well as a standalone. I definitely have the urge to pick up the rest of the series now that I’ve finished this one! This was my first book from this author, so I didn’t know what to expect, but I do enjoy a good sports romance story. The flow of the story is wonderful, and I felt pulled into the hockey world with Colby and Gabby. They both feel like very similar (stubborn) people under all the superficial, and I really loved watching their chemistry unfold and grow stronger. The author also has strong knowledge of hockey through and through which really made it more authentic and enjoyable as I absolutely LOVE hockey! I highly recommend picking this up if you love romance, sports, and especially a combination of both. Heading to pick up the rest of the series now!

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Group Hug by Ariella Talix – Review by Shannen Kern

February 18, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Group Hug by Ariella Talix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am absolutely speechless after reading this book! I have enjoyed each book from this author, but this is definitely my favorite thus far! While this MMF read has plenty of steam and spiciness throughout the story, the author has also crafted a marvelous plot and well-developed characters as well. I giggled out loud at this book, but also felt like throwing it in anger at some points. The three main characters, Weston, Callum, and Petra are incredibly loveable and people you feel like would be great friends in real life. I’m also a dog lover, so obviously the fact that dogs are sprinkled throughout the book help a bit. There are a couple of characters that I have no lost love for, but they are minor and play their part well. I absolutely love the fact that the story is told from multiple points of view as you get a better feel for each character as they speak their mind. I highly recommend this book if you love spicy romances in the MMF genre! I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next!

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Master Botosoni (Masters of the Consulate Book 9) by Sylvia Black – Review by Shannen Kern

February 16, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Master Botosoni by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have loved every book in the Masters of the Consulate series so far, and this ranks as one of my favorites! While you could read this as a stand-alone, there are characters from other books included so it can help get the full effect reading them all. Plus, once you read one, you’re bound to go back and scoop up the rest of the series! With plenty of danger, mystery, romance, and of course, vampires, the author has created a truly remarkable tale between Master Botosoni and Catina. Their chemistry together sparks a fire throughout the book, and I couldn’t get enough so much so that I read it all in one go. The only complaint I could possibly have about this one is that I wish it was longer! I am on pins and needles waiting for the 10th book in the series so I can get wrapped up in this world again. I highly recommend picking this up especially if you like paranormal romance!

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Shannen Kern

February 15, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am utterly amazed at how well the author can craft a story in such a short amount of time! This was a very quick read that took me less than 30 minutes to get through, and I absolutely cannot wait to pick up the other books in the House Valdis series. I was gripped from the very first page as the author paints a vivid setting where women are mistreated and abused. Xenobia tries not to form relationships with anyone because people tend to go missing. When she meets Urd, her rules go out the window and they try to find a way through this awful life together. I don’t want to give anything away, but trust me, you’ll hang on to every last word through this short book. I highly recommend picking it up as you’ll probably find yourself reaching for the rest of the series as well!

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

February 14, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My kids and I have been picking up more books from this author, and this one may be our favorite yet! We absolutely love the rhythm of the rhyming stories and the gorgeous illustrations. Cray and his friends really show the meaning of friendship as they help each other. The messages in this book are truly lovely and sparked some great conversations with my 8 and 12-year-old kids. This would be a great book to have in a classroom or library as well as at home where you can share with the younger ones in your life. What a great story to teach responsibility for our environment and how significant our friendships are. I highly recommend picking this book up to enjoy a great rhythmic journey!

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The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox and Nicole Allen – Review by Shannen Kern

February 14, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an absolutely heart-wrenching emotional rollercoaster. I sat down to start this book and couldn’t put it down until I was finished! I hadn’t read anything from these authors before, but I will absolutely look out for more from them after this. I always love a book that contains dual points of view as it allows you to get different feelings from each perspective. With this book in particular I think the duality helped me get into Marcus’ and Mei Li’s mind and experience their emotions. These characters are incredibly well-developed, and I loved every moment of getting to know them. Picking up this book is an easy decision as it is one of the best YA Romances I have read in a very long time. I will be (impatiently) waiting for the next book because I need more!

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Delayed Redemption (The DAG Team Series) by Kel O’Connor – Review by Shannen Kern

February 14, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Delayed Redemption: DAG Team Series: Book 3 of 4 Special Ops Romantic Suspense by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I accidentally picked this book up without realizing it was part of a series, but I thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless! I didn’t feel lost when reading so you could pick it up as a standalone, but you’ll end up doing the same as me and run to get the remaining books in the series. The author had me absolutely hooked from the very first chapter which is pretty difficult to do as it typically takes a bit longer for me to find my groove. Janey thinks she has finally escaped her past when she gets kidnapped. Mateo is trying to correct his past, in a way, when he suddenly finds Janey. Will he be able to help save her, or will it ruin everything that he’s been working for? The chemistry between these two is palpable, and we go on an emotional rollercoaster throughout the entire book. There were completely unexpected twists in this book which created even more suspense. I highly recommend picking this up while I grab the rest of the series!

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CUTTER (Devils’ Spawn Daddies Series) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shannen Kern

February 13, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Cutter: Devils’ Spawn Daddies by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an explosive start to the series! I’m a huge fan of the romantic suspense genre but add in the MC with the DDLG/BDSM dynamic and I found myself hooked instantly. The main characters, Cutter and Emily, are well-developed and relatable. I was invested in them quite quickly and needed to know what was going to happen next. The chemistry between them jumps off the pages in the first chapter, and it only gets better from there. The amount of action, angst, drama, and chemistry throughout this book was absolutely astounding! I read this in one sitting because I couldn’t pull away from it. I can’t wait to continue the series and get more from this author.

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Kingdom of the Oceans (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Shannen Kern

February 13, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Kingdom of the Oceans by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the sixth book in the Relics Hunters series, and I am so sad to see it end! This has been one of my favorite series I’ve read in such a long time. The author has a brilliant way of creating a flawless story flow and just pulls you right in from the start. I absolutely recommend reading these in order as there are five books worth of backstory, character development, and crucial plot twists that you’ll need to appreciate fully. As always, I love the multiple points of view as you get to experience the story from different perspectives. The author creates such vivid imagery with their words, I can’t recommend picking this series up enough! Even though YA is a genre I tend to lean to, I believe this would be a great fit for anyone looking for thrilling adventures as this group goes treasure hunting with quite a bit of mystery and intrigue involved. As sad as I am to see this series end, I will be recommending to everyone I can!

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Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Shannen Kern

February 9, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Elusive Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I haven’t come across another author that crafts such flawless stories the way that Via Mari does. This book definitely brings the steamy scenes, but the author doesn’t rely on those scenes to be the sustenance of the book. The storyline is one full of adventure, drama, danger, emotions, suspense, and yes, definitely some spice. Do yourself a favor and clear your schedule when you pick this up because I lost a couple days’ worth of time! I simply could not put it down, so chores fell to the wayside. One major thing I have loved about this series is the fact that it just keeps improving with each book. You’ll want to read more about Sheldon and Alexis in the first part, and then Nick and Allie in the second. I enjoyed the extremely well-developed characters as well as the flow of the story. I can’t think of anything that I DIDN’T like throughout this entire read. I highly recommend picking this up as well as the rest of the series!

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The Rocklyns Collection: Books 1-7 (The Rocklyns Series) by Alicia Street – Review by Shannen Kern

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

The Rocklyns Collection: Contemporary Romance Boxed Set by Alicia Street
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! This has been the most incredible boxed set I have read in quite a long time. I thought it was going to take me ages to get through this as it is 7 books, but I literally devoured them in one weekend. After loving the first two, I was worried that the series would have a lesser quality as the books went on. I’m pleased to say that they were all phenomenal, which is nearly an impossible feat with 7 entire books! You’ll be on an emotional rollercoaster throughout this series as we get to know all of the characters’ quirks and relationship webs. I kept falling in love with each character, all of which were incredibly well-developed. The flow of each story was seamless, and I never felt any awkward moments where I was pulled out of the book. I am experiencing such a deep book hangover as I didn’t want to part with these characters at all. This author has definitely made it to my watch list and I’m highly recommending this boxed set to everyone I know!

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Fashionably Fake (Kings of Screen Series) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Shannen Kern

February 8, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Fashionably Fake by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series has been so incredible, and this installment is no different! The author has such a way of crafting their stories that once you open the first page, you cannot pull away. I lost an entire afternoon being sucked into this world, but I have zero regrets. The book is told in dual points of view which is an automatic bonus for me. It helps shape the story to hear from both Ros and Jackson’s perspectives. I’m a big fan of fake relationship tropes as well, and the author truly brought a refreshing take to them. While this is part of the series, it is possible to read this as a standalone, so don’t let this being the 4th book put you off at all! I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next.

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Good Enough (The Deadman’s Tribe Series Book 1) by Nicole Craig – Review by Shannen Kern

February 5, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Good Enough by Nicole Craig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I hadn’t heard of this author before, but I was interested in the cover and once I read the synopsis, I knew I had to pick it up. I enjoy the dual points of view the author provides as it always helps give more insight into the characters. I loved that our main female character, Kai, is strong and bold which was refreshing. Waters seems like the typical alpha male, but when he’s put in the same area as independent Kai, what will happen? She needs his help, but will she coordinate with him or will they both be too stubborn? I am eagerly waiting for anything else from this author as they have a beautiful way of crafting this story, and I lost time for an entire afternoon finishing it!

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The Curse of Jean Lafitte (The Big Easy Collection) by Mary Walsh – Review by Shannen Kern

February 4, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

The Curse of Jean Lafitte by Mary Walsh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fun book to read and get quite a few chuckles out of! This was my first book by this author, so I was pleasantly surprised to be pulled out of my reality and placed into a spooky bit of New Orleans. I was impressed by the detail of New Orleans and felt like I was experiencing the history, suspense, and humor as if I were there. If you are looking for a supernatural mystery combined with fun, mystery, and history, your search is over! I highly recommend getting lost in this book for the day. I can’t wait to pick up other books by this brilliant author!

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Fuller Sight by John Stone – Review by Shannen Kern

February 4, 2024/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannen Kern

Fuller Sight by John Stone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am in awe of this book. I had not read anything by this author before, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The cover caught my eye (pun intended) and the synopsis drew me in. I’m a pretty quick reader, but this book made me slow down and truly ponder these perspectives. It is quite emotional as well so I feel a bit of a book hangover in a good way! It is quite original, and I enjoyed the spiritual theme throughout. You will be hooked from the very first chapter just as I was because this author has such a way of crafting his story that pulls you in. I highly recommend this book even if it isn’t your typical go-to genre. I am eagerly awaiting to see what this author has in store next!

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