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Vixen: (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter) by D.M. Earl – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 22, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Vixen: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mira/Vixen is the one that got away from Ironside/Lucas. And he is the one that walked away without a trace. But these two get a second chance to figure things out when the past brings them together to save a friend from prostitution and human trafficking.

I felt more of a connection to these characters than those from book 3. However, I did enjoy the reappearance of Taz later in this story. The Devil’s Handmaiden MC is a group of rough and tough females, who know how to take care of themselves and those they love. The women in this series love their “sisters”. The men are an added bonus who are also rough and tough as well. I love how colorful the characters are…literally, tattoos, hair. skin. This is a well-rounded family.

The story line for Vixen is heartbreaking because it is tough to think that this could be a real-life situation. Thankfully Vixen and her friends get a happily ever after.

Here’s hoping the rest of the girls get their story!!

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Taz: (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter) by D.M. Earl – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 21, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Taz: by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This MC story is book 3 in the Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter series. While it has a good story line it is not my favorite. For some reason I just wasn’t feeling these characters. With that being said, I love how all the characters from the previous stories are still involved. The Club is more like a family and the “sisters” protect each other no matter what. I love that. This story, like the rest of the series, shows that family isn’t necessarily those related by blood.

Taz and her son, Teddy, are in trouble because the past never stays buried. With the help of her MC family and the Intruders MC, the past will have their hands full!

Recommend reading this series from the beginning and I am looking forward to what comes next for this tough group of women!

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 13, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good story about pen pals…brings back memories of me and my pen pals. One in school and one as an adult before social media took off. Great way to learn about other people and countries. Good information about how war affects children and families even when the crisis is somewhere else. Cute illustrations as well.

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Cruel Hate (Hidden Valley Elite Book 5) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 13, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Cruel Hate by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OMFG. That ending. O.M.G. ok rewind. These two young adults meet at a party, have unprotected sex and Aspen gets pregnant. Most of the time Aspen and Phoenix clash like fire and ice but then there are times where they both burn equally! Aspen is being very adult like in her responsibilities. Phoenix is still undecided. I am not sure how I feel about him. He has a bad attitude, he’s angry…a lot. Hoping he can redeem himself. But loving this story line.

This book is not a stand alone. This series is not a stand alone. Each “set” of books or duet is about a different couple. The Hidden Valley Elite starts when these characters were in high school. They have moved up to college now and life is still hitting them full force.

Loving this series and can hardly wait to see who and what is next!

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Russian and Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 6, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Russian and Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

How can the second book in this series be even hotter than the first?!? By chapter 3 it was oh my!! Daphne and Lev are so sweet, so sexy, so aggravating, so complicated.

Refreshing and sexy and infuriating all at the same time. ~ Lev

This book continues where Royally Complicated left off, with Bridget and Fyn off on their honeymoon and everyone else going back to their daily lives. Lev is forced to take a vacation himself just to get over everything that happened in the first book. Lev takes everything personal, especially his job of protecting Fyn and the royal family. So taking a vacation to reassess events is not his idea of a good time. And Daphne isn’t ready to go back to the States…as she says, what is there for her now that Bridget is an actual Princess? Daphne needs some time away and decides to use Fyn’s secret and private beach house, Elysium. Can she find the answers she’s looking for there? Or is there more trouble waiting for her?

Daphne is a balls-to-the-wall type of person. While it seems like she doesn’t have a care in the world, she is breaking on the inside. I love her and her bumbling care-free ways.
Lev is stubborn and serious, the complete opposite of Daphne. And I love him too!

These authors have put together this Crowned Heart Series with characters you will love to read about. Hoping there is more to come from this series and these authors together.

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Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 6, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First time reading from author Anderson, but what I do know is in great McNamee fashion, this story is hot AF and at only 20% in I was in love with these two characters already!

If it comes to that, blame the tequila. ALWAYS blame the tequila. That’s my new motto.
~Bridget
It’s like this character was already in my head.

Bridget and Fyn have an easy attraction and mutual connection. If only being together was as easy. This story is about forbidden love. A story about bucking the rules and living life. But also having to deal with the consequences of our choices and actions.

Sometimes, everything we thought we wanted has to fall apart, so everything we need can fall into place. And that is precisely how fate led me to my prince. ~Bridget

While most of the time I felt like Bridget was a bumbling, stereotypical female, I felt like there was more to her. She’s in promotions/marketing so she’s somewhat smart. Maybe it was just being all up in her feelings…first losing her fiancé then falling for Fyn and all he brings. Or maybe, just maybe it WAS all that tequila! I still loved her character and love how she gets her HEA!

Looking forward to being Russian and royally complicated!

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Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannon Fowler

September 6, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After recently having to put my own cat, Simba, down due to cancer, this book was spot on. The vet we used was very compassionate as was the vet in this story. After reading this story and taking a moment to remember my own experience, I went back and enjoyed the pictures as well. This author uses words simply enough for young children to understand and encourages questions for better understanding.
Can’t say I enjoyed reading this story but when is death ever an enjoyable read. However, this story was nicely done.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Shannon Fowler

August 22, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new to me author and a really good book. The title is perfect for the storyline.

Our main characters are almost 18 yr old Claire, baby- Harry, 18-19 yr old Chad, 18 yr old best friend Madison and Melanie the mom. Mom is recently divorced and turns up pregnant from a mysterious one-night stand. She refuses to name the father or even discuss the situation. After the birth of the baby, she falls into a deep depression, leaving her almost 18 yr old daughter Claire, in charge of the baby and nearly every household responsibility. Being so responsible is not exactly how Claire was planning on spending her last summer before senior year. Claire and Madison meet Chad just before school starts and he easily steps up to help and support Claire with her choices.

This story could have gone many different ways. There are a few other storylines within this book. Chad’s anger “issues” as well as his own family situation. Even Melanie’s issues are not truly resolved. Madison, the best friend, is a little too self-centered for my liking. Wonder if she matures in time? What happens to Claire’s dad and his new wife? Too many unanswered questions for me! Hoping there is more from this author. However, the author did tie up this particular part of the story nicely while leaving it open for future stories.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

August 15, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Family isn’t just blood, Al. It’s our love for each other. It’s what we’re willing to do for each other that makes us family….” Angelina

Oh this Hawke family, has my heart, even this second generation of Hawkes! I am not sure which Hawke member this title refers to more, Angelina, Jude, or Allie.

So many secrets. The additional trauma each character has gone through adds to their angst. The fear of not being accepted has all three unable to express themselves. Luckily this author doesn’t make the characters or the readers suffer for very long!

Even with the unanswered concerns relating to the family, this was a great story! Can not wait to see what this author brings in the next story!

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Shannon Fowler

August 15, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Cruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sexy as sin King brothers, sweet naive Ava. I love the relationship Ava has with Theo. Being best friends certainly has its advantages to a happy healthy life! While I was reading about them my heart was full, I felt content and peaceful. Enter Matthias. While most of the King family is friendly, helpful, and just plain nice, Matthias is the oldest and by far the meanest, grumpiest, most vial person Ava has ever encountered. She simply cannot understand how he can be related to her best friend Theo. What we don’t know is that they both secretly are attracted to each other. What we also don’t know is why there is so much anger and hostility between them. And while I had warm fuzzies reading about Theo and Ava’s relationship, Matthias and Ava are on a completely different level of explosive. Both angry and sexy! I also did not expect all of the twists this story contains! I can’t say I loved the ending, but I totally loved the story. Looking forward to the rest of the brothers’ stories!

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Shannon Fowler

August 9, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh My!! This story continues from Craving Control, which can only be found on the author’s website or signing up for the newsletter. It’s a free book so go get it! Both stories are triggering, wild and unbelievable. Two of the main characters, Venom aka Zeke and Lily aka Lilianna, are amazing. Best Friend, Slash is the best friend for a reason! And then there’s Alex, who we absolutely love to hate. Not to mention his family, Lily’s own father is on the hate list as well.

The love though, is strong between Venom and Lily. However, like all real-life couples there are problems, situations and feelings that need to be worked out.

Only it turns out, she didn’t need my protection. All she needed was for me to stand next to her without judgment while she slayed her own demons. -Venom

Isn’t this what everyone wants? To have that someone stand next to them, in strength, giving encouragement, love, hope. All the good things!

And then just when you thought things would settle down, this author throws the biggest, curviest, craziest, twist I think I have ever read!

Totally looking forward to the next book in this trilogy!

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Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannon Fowler

July 24, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a retelling of the beloved and well known children’s tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This time a little more science has been thrown in for more educating fun! Goldilocks helps the Bear family in this version instead of being an intruder.

This author writes the best kids stories. I wish I had known about her when I was a preschool teacher. Now, I am looking forward to sharing her stories with my granddaughter and future grandchildren..

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

July 20, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are following along, you will know that this book is a prequel and a CRUEL START to the story of Phoenix and Aspen! It is also part of the Hidden Valley Elite, which started following this group of people when they were in high school. Several have now moved onto college but their situations, drama and angst have followed them there.

These two characters have lived in the shadows of their siblings and even their neglectful parents. Phoenix and Aspen are risk takers and care little about the damage they may cause to themselves. However, a little surprise addition begins to change things, but we really don’t know just how much as this story does end on a cliffhanger!

Looking forward to more of their story in Cruel Hate.

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Rise of the Hunter (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Shannon Fowler

July 12, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Rise of the Hunter by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The battle of Good v. Evil continues! The Tall Dark Man is the one controlling things now. The witches fear him and bow to him. However, our Queen, Amber does not!

This story, like the ones before it, jumps from different points in time and between character points of view, often and quickly. I love that, but you really have to pay attention. There are still the vampires, wolves, witches and seers battling for the good of the world. Hawaiian myths, legends and beliefs fill the pages. It is best if you read the Blood Prophecy series, 3 books, in order to best understand and follow this story. Things are revealed in this book that I didn’t know had happened since I skipped a book.

Another good start to a new series and again looking forward to going back to read what I missed and catching up to what is next!

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Queen’s Destiny (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Shannon Fowler

July 12, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Queen’s Destiny by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great story! So many characters, vampires, witches, demons, humans. Beings that don’t know what they are right away. The story line jumps from the past to the present and back many times. But Jones has written in such a way that the story is very easy to follow. While reading this story you can certainly feel the build up, you can feel something big is going to happen.

Since not everything can fall on one being’s shoulders, this adventure involves the shoulders of many different beings to defeat the evil trying to over take the world.

This is my first book by this author and I am looking forward to reading more from her.

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Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

July 11, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Damon the demon and book nerd Skylar. Two of the most unlikeliest people to be together. Although, Damon hooking up with Skylar’s best friend is even more unlikely…isn’t it? This story has the naughtiest of blackmail possible. This entire story is horrifying for a high schooler to have to deal with. High school sucks, parents suck…people in general suck. This story however does not suck!

The Hidden Valley Elite series is broken down into duets. Each duet must be read in order because the characters overlap and blend together so well. Brutal Days and Brutal Nights is the 2nd duet in this series.

Looking forward to following this group of highschoolers into young adulthood.

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shannon Fowler

June 20, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Twisted Proposal: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each story gets better and better and this one is ohh so dark and …well…TWISTED! Each book in this trilogy is a standalone and each story dips into a different aspect of the BDSM lifestyle. Twisted proposal is the darker, more twisted side that is rarely talked about. The pain given and pain cherished.

Ethan and Siena are doomed from the start. Family betrayal, distrust, greed and humiliation is just the start. Saccenti brings these two characters together in a last ditch effort for Siena to open her design business. The only thing she needs is someone to finance her way. Ethan has the finances for Siena and sees this situation as a way to bring revenge and get even for his family. Little does he know that Siena is more than her good looks and may be just what Ethan needs.

I really liked this book, much more than the first two because it really pushes those unknown boundaries.

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Deception (Central Florida Stories Book 1) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shannon Fowler

June 19, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Deception by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Well leave it to me to read a series out of order. Thankfully this author has written this story (and book 2) so well that each can be read as a stand alone and while there is some character overlap, everything makes sense.

Main character, Joe, is an ex-Marine and a Dom. These are the only good things about him in the beginning. I don’t like him. I was more than half way through this book and I still didn’t like him. Joe is angry and his anger is definitely misplaced. However, at about 75% Joe redeems himself and holy moly! The sex and all the good stuff in this story is REALLY good. The heartache and trauma though is really tough and explains the hardness of these characters.

Hunter is the woman in Joe’s sights. According to Joe, she is the reason for all his misery. Hunter is just trying to survive and create a happy healthy place to live for her and her son. But to be honest men suck. And family isn’t much better. The men never live up to her standards, something is always missing. Who knew sexy, grumpy Joe would be it.

The title of this book is perfect. I am glad I did not read this book first as Joe’s character in the beginning was almost a hard no, I almost needed a safe word just for him to go away. Good job Victoria Saccenti!

Looking forward to reading the next story from hot Central Florida and this author!!!

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories Book 2) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shannon Fowler

June 19, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Undeniable by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My first book by this author and I can not wait to read everything she has written! This story is so hot and even though it is book 2 and I read it out of order it made complete sense! This story can be read as a stand alone.

Arely has been in love with her brother’s best friend Kurt for as long as she can remember. But since he is a few years older he only sees his best friend’s kid sister. Kurt however does see something special in Arely so he is extra nice and sweet while they grow up. Of course life goes on, things happen and these two lose contact. When circumstances and danger bring them back together and the sparks fly!

I really enjoyed this story. The characters are believable and loveable. The location of Central Florida is perfect, the weather is as hot and charged as Arely and Kurt!

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Brutal Days (Hidden Valley Elite Book 3) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

June 13, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Brutal Days: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As an adult the issues in this book seem so “child-like” but as an adult of a senior/graduating high schooler these situations are scary- very real and very scary. These situations also seem like too much for young adults to handle. With that being said…UGH! WTF! More high school drama for the Elite at Hidden Valley Academy. Really! Wow!

This time it’s about Damon, brother of Cole. Cole was the star in Savage Start, Savage Lies and Savage Truth. Books that should be read in order but don’t necessarily need to be read before Brutal Days. Damon is the star now, he is in a group called the Elite. They are the top of the top of the popular kids at school…the Elite. Skylar is also a senior at Hidden Valley Academy. She would rather remain a wallflower but when her BFF Gia sets her sights on Damon as part of her “four point plan”, Skylar knows she has to step in. But of course things don’t go as planned. Lies are easier to spin than hurting friends.

Skylar and Damon are HOT. If I put their ages out of my mind…oh my!! Their push and pull..their anger and hate and oh my! Yeah, this is a book that should be read. Period. The cliffhanger ending…oh ding dang daisy….yeah…bring on those Brutal Nights!

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Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Shannon Fowler

June 6, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Fireflies by A.R. Hadley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Is there really such a thing as the 7 year itch in a marriage? Dane wants to add a woman to his marriage with Mike. They’ve been married for 7 years. Maybe a coincidence, maybe not.

This story was hot AF! While the ending was not quite the HEA I was expecting, it is still a good story. There was a deeper level of feeling, a deeper connection for some of the characters. And all of the main characters are extremely sexy as well!

This story is not safe for work or even young readers. However, there is lots of adult situations and fun!

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Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis – Review by Shannon Fowler

May 17, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is an adventure in fantasy. Shifters, mystery characters and an almost human dog. Even a little romance brewing between Huli, known as Fox and Xiao Ying also known as the Healer, adds to the fun of this story. There are lots of questions but since this author has a way with words and brings the reader right into this alternate world all of the answers are revealed.

This story was fun and pretty fast paced..which is good for a fox on the run. Looking forward to reading the other stories by this author.

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

May 17, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The conclusion to Savage Lies is Savage Truth and it is a good story. High-schoolers facing very adult situations about life, love and death.

This story is about Cole and Riley. All the things that bothered them in book one, Savage Lies, come to light in this book. Questions are answered, relationships are formed and life completely changes.

Even though young adult stories aren’t my favorites, this duet is a really good story. This author makes this genre easy to read; this story exciting and easy to follow.

While this is the conclusion to Riley and Cole’s story, there are other characters that have something to say and this author brings us a few more stories in this series.

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Three Women in November by Jim Shomos – Review by Shannon Fowler

May 15, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Three Women in November by Jim Shomos
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everyone wants to find “the one”. That one special person to share everything with. The one that your heart and mind connects with. In this story, Leo is lucky enough to find that feeling with three different women. Sadly, though these women all have personal matters that need to be dealt with in their lives and for whatever reasons they feel Leo can’t be a part of those situations. Leo though doesn’t give up on love and in the end gets his happily ever after.

This author writes with an easy to follow flow allowing the story to progress naturally. Will read more by this author.

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Shannon Fowler

May 12, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another sweet story by this author. However, it does not start out sweet. In fact it reeks of divorce and sadness. This story is a little heartbreaking but so very true showing us the trials of married life and letting “life” just pass on by.

Mitch and Lauren have been together for YEARS. And their story shows how those closest to us can be the first ones to be neglected. Relationships take work, marriages take work. Mitch said “But I don’t think either of us can deny that we’ve been together for so long, we’ve lost ourselves along the way.”

This story tears Mitch and Lauren down and then builds them right back up. It’s not easy. But man is it so worth it. “People grow and people change. But in the end, our soulmates are the ones who help us find our own souls.”

This is the third story in this trilogy and should be read in order as each story refers to characters from the other books.

Looking forward to what else this author gives us!

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 2) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Shannon Fowler

April 25, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is action packed and pretty sexy. It continues from Book 1, Watcher, so it is best to read that one first. However, I did not and still really enjoyed Jace and Cyrus’ conclusion! I can’t wait to go back and read book 1! And I am hoping there are more books that follow the other characters in this story, especially Hesper and those at the Ranch!

I liked this author’s writing style. It was easy to follow along in this fantasy-human world. There are several character types, Demons, Watchers, Messengers, and Humans. Being that this is the first book I have read in this series there may be more!

The romance in this story is MM. And definitely NSFW or young readers or those with sensitive reading styles. While it claims to be a Romeo and Juliet style star crossed love, I didn’t particularly sense that in this book, maybe if I had read book 1 first I would see that aspect more. Still really enjoyed this story.

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shannon Fowler

April 19, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is a continuation from Savage Start so definitely start there. Teenager Riley and her mother are con artists. However, it seems that mom has had a change of heart. She insists that this is the real deal and that Riley can be a normal teenager. Riley isn’t sure of anything anymore. Including the attraction to Cole.
Teenager Cole is considered the high school’s elite and he’s the football star. Everyone wants to be with him or be him. Cole is typical in that he is mad at his parents and the world. However, Riley enters his world and things are a little more interesting but why all the lies? What is the truth about her and her mother?

This story is a really good teen angst story. Everything seems like the end of the world. They know it all. Noone loves them. Parties, football and hatred for the parents. This author seems to know teenagers.

I am left with questions as this story ended on a cliffhanger. So I am looking forward to reading the next story, Savage Truth.

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The Sweet Temptations Trilogy (Sinful Delights) by L.M. Mountford – Review by Shannon Fowler

April 18, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

The Sweet Temptations Trilogy by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Holy hotness! This trilogy is so hot! It was a quick naughty read for me and I really enjoyed it!

There are 3 situations in this trilogy involving Richard, his wife Alice, their babysitter, Rebecca and Richard’s boss’ daughter, Scarlet. All adults of various ages and positions in life. All three situations are considered taboo-nothing illegal but situations that are usually kept secret. In a society of monogamous hetero relationships, this author takes these characters into a world of lifestyle choices that look more like fantasy. All four characters discover things about themselves but especially Richard.

However it was something about Alice that stood out to me the most:

“She was just her. Alice Martin. Mother, wife, teacher, that was all and in that order. Everything else was no one else’s business.”

Looking forward to reading more about this group of people and anything else this author may write!

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Shannon Fowler

March 24, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow! This book is dark, violent and graphic. I love it! Thankfully there is a warning before you buy this book. It is NOT a sweet love story. It is dark, violent and graphic. It is not sunshine and rainbows. It is human trafficking, ugly, violent. It is not a take home to your mother type of story, well unless she likes her heroines a little more broken, a lot violent, a little angry and a lot bad as can be.

Shadow is probably the most broken character I have read about. She has had a harder than hard life. She has no one to trust, to love and no reason to live. Until she meets Tink. Tink and her parents give Shadow a reason to live. A reason to even breathe. But she is still broken inside and wants to hide behind her mask and walls.

Ridding the world or at least Montana of human trafficking is Shadow’s job and reason for being. With Tink and the Devil’s Handmaiden MC these women take down one circuit at a time. With the help of others like Noodles and his ex-Navy Seal friends, Tank and his MC, and now Panther and his crew more evil can be put down.

This story is not for the weak or faint of heart. This story has a smoother flow than book 1 and is well worth the sleepless nights. Looking forward to more by this author and about these bad as can be women!

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Tink (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 1) by D.M. Earl – Review by Shannon Fowler

March 24, 2023/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Shannon Fowler

Tink by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really good story line. The actual writing is not too bad either. The characters are grotesque, violent, dark, with a little bit of sweet and dedication which makes them all absolutely perfect! I love that this MC is all female! I love that the men they work with are strong men who know how to work next to, and even follow, strong women.

I loved the names these characters had for themselves and each other, Tink, Noodles, Shadow, Pops, Tank, Heartbreaker…the names give a little look into the character that you can’t always get from just a description. I love that one person can have more than one name, depending on who they were with, who was in that inner circle, who they trusted and loved the most.

The beginning and part way into the middle of this story was a little slower than I like…a slow burn for sure. The building of relationships, the telling of the story, a glimpse into certain characters’ pasts. The ending is a fast explosion and over quickly. And while happy is the correct term for this ending I can’t think sunshine and rainbow happy, more like happy for now because there is so much evil in the world and Tink and her crew are doing their best to fix that…so yeah, happy for now.

I will read more from this author as I am curious about the other sisters in the MC.

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