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Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Girl TrapGirl Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Madeline Dawkins adventures….are never dull! And Girl Trap…wow! Probably my favorite so far. Some serious subjects covered in this story. Book three is a must read! But only after reading books 1 and 2!

Hamilton dives into a touchy subject, one that the real world is unbelievably discovering as well. Several girls have gone missing. Not all of the cases are the same, however there is more to it than meets the eye. Madeline and Mike have to use their MDPI skills during this story. They will have to go at it alone, as well, since this time there are so many situations arising and in different cities. Hamilton again has given us a story like no other. The adventure that Mike and Maddie take to solve their mysteries keeps you turning the pages.

I can recommend this story to the readers that like a little mystery mixed with a little action to keep you on your toes.

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RETURN (Rewind Book 2) by Rowan Shaw – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Return (Rewind #2)Return by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great male/male love story! Another story to open the eyes of readers who might not be sensitive to others. And a great love story proving once again, you can’t help who you love!

“One couldn’t be forced to be bi any more than they could be forced to by gay or straight.”

This story has a little bit of everything including sexy humor!

“Who wants to read when they could be having sex?” I froze, my fork inches from my mouth, and stared at him. “That’s a good point, though one doesn’t prevent the other.”

Rowan Shaw takes the serious subject of sexual orientation and shows not only the tender and loving side but also the horrible side of closed minded people. Shaw has a writing style that can draw you in, making you relate to characters you didn’t know you would or even could, relate to. Shaw has quickly moved to the top of my one click list! Highly recommend Shaw’s stories.

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Dread by Jeff Wade – Review by Shannon Fowler

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DreadDread by Jeff Wade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Woah! This short story packs a lot of fear, confusion, and just plain DREAD into it! As the first book I have read by Jeff Wade I was unsure what to expect. However with a title like Dread, and a cover that this book has I knew it wasn’t going to be my usual happy ending, love story! There were no rainbows and no unicorns in this story.

However there was a lot to think about in this story.

“There is no reply, as is God’s nature. He only sets the wheels in motion; how we choose to steer this runaway roller coaster is up to us…”

Wade seems to be a good writer. I would recommend this story and look forward to reading more from him.

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Wayward (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Wayward (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 1)Wayward by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love reading Via Mari’s billionaire stories. First there was The Prestian Series, then The Torzial Affair and now The Billionaire Bodyguards! While I have not read The Prestian Series (yet), I loved the Torzial Affair. The three series mix a little with the characters. You don’t have to read one to understand the others but it sure helps and Mari’s writing style makes you WANT to read every word she writes!

Wayward is about Sasha and Jay. Sasha is a little lost and well “wayward”. But with the help of Jay she is able to figure out her own worth and eventually understands that she is not all on her own.
I love the inter-connecting of the story lines and characters. Not only do you get to “meet” new ones but you get to reconnect with old ones.

Looking forward to who’s next in the Billionaire Bodyguards series!

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Steele Resolve (The Hawke Family Book 6) by Author Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Steele Resolve (Hawke Family #6)Steele Resolve by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Hawke Family Story ending? Say it isn’t so!?! No matter, the story is still good. Better than good. Word of warning: This is NOT a stand-alone. It must be read in order or you won’t know anything that is going on or who the characters even are.

Looking at the number of pages, I thought it was going to be too short of a story…but then I realized that McNamee packs a lot of punch into all her stories! And Steele Resolve is no different.

This story, in fact I think this whole series, proves my point of you can’t help who you love and I love that. In the stories that I read and in real life. Byron is part of the Hawke family, they trust him, they love him. Luca aka Steele not so much. When these two get together the pages sizzle and burn!! Wow! Trust and love are two key elements for happiness. But throw in a little bad blood and some misunderstandings and you have yourself a pretty good story!

Looking forward to what else McNamee shares with us!!

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The Arrangement Duet Box Set by Madison Quinn – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Arrangement Duet Box SetThe Arrangement Duet Box Set by Madison Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OMG two fantastic books in one bundle. Why haven’t I read Madison Quinn before?

The first book of this duet is entitled On His Terms. The second being On Her Terms. On His Terms introduces us to Nicholas Parker and Kenzie Rose. These two have easily become my newest favorite couple! Their Arrangement makes me love them even more! After everything Kenzie has gone through, she still turns into a sweet, caring, brave and tough person. Nicholas faces his own demons and also turns into a caring individual. However, those very crappy pasts are what forces these two into The Arrangement.

On Her Terms is book two and my, oh my, do things heat up! I love love love these characters. I love their new arrangement, I love the mystery and I love their love!

The only “bad” part of this duet is during the second half of the second story. I felt there were two parts that needed more explaining, I felt like there was something missing in these two situations. It may have just been an editing thing because I even went back thinking I was reading too fast and missed something. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen! They were minor parts in the grand scheme of things but I guess enough for me to notice. With that being said I still LOVE this duet.

Nicholas and Kenzie’s struggle for happiness is real. Trust is hard to give even in the most perfect of situations. Madison Quinn’s stories are full of intrigue and heart ache for both of our leads. Well worth the read! I am certainly looking into more that she has written!

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A High Price to Pay (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 2) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Shannon Fowler

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A High Price to Pay (Madeline Dawkins, #2)A High Price to Pay by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Madeline Dawkins is back. She has escaped her ex-husband and his goons, in fact, they are in jail with hopefully no chance of ever getting out. Of course, that is not to be! Madeline has once again learned that she is tough and smart. With the help of Mike and some unlikely other characters, it’s time to show the bad guy just how tough she is.

I have once again enjoyed the adventure of Madeline Dawkins. I was on the edge of my seat wondering how everything would turn out. Cynthia Hamilton has an easy to read style which made it hard to put this book down. I love the way this story has a mystery inside of another mystery. Lots of action so there is never a boring moment.

Madeline’s character shows growth and potential in just these first two books. I can’t wait to see where Hamilton takes her. This book is part of a series so it is best to read them in order.

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Squall Line (The Inland Seas Series Book One) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Squall Line (The Inland Seas #1)Squall Line by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Modern day pirates! Misunderstood bad guys! This is what all romance dreams are made of.
McNamee does not disappoint! McNamee’s stories always have parts that make you laugh, cry and even sigh. Squall Line is no different in those aspects. However, it is different in that it is original (at least to me). Pirates usually conjure images of long ago, peg legs, eye patches, smelly uncaring men. Thankfully that is not the case in McNamee’s world of pirates!

I loved this adventure as I was not sure which way it was going to go. The ending left me wishing it wasn’t ending but still smiling, wanting more and glad to know that there is more in this new series! I loved that this story was easy to follow, not too many characters or story lines. Just the right amount of suspense, steam and adventure!

I recommend this story as well as other stories by McNamee.

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Spouse Trap: A Madeline Dawkins Mystery (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 1) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Spouse Trap (Madeline Dawkins, #1)Spouse Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Hamilton. Completely enjoyed this adventure. The main character, Madeline, is one tough cookie. She may not have thought she was but she proved that no matter what was thrown her way she would survive.
Her husband, Steven, is easy to hate. His actions make it too easy. It’s hard to image someone as vile and evil as he is. The secondary characters of Burt and Mike added to the adventure of Madeline’s life.
I am glad that this is just the beginning of this series and look forward to seeing what happens next.

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Out of the Box Collection by Jennifer Theriot – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Out of the Box CollectionOut of the Box Collection by Jennifer Theriot
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This collection contains three books, Awakening, Regifted and Everlasting by Jennifer Theriot. Book one, Awakening, is all about Olivia and how her life is about to change. There are so many characters to get to know, so much relatability, so many feelings, second chances, first loves. This book really had it all. As a book one it could have ended as it is. It ends happily, enough, there’s a good amount of closure, however, this IS a set so YAY there is more!!

Book 2 is Regifted and is a continuation of Olivia and Ash’s discovery. Discovery of each other and their love. Life is good for Olivia and just continues to get better. However, some unimaginable twists are thrown in and things aren’t as perfect as they seem.

Book 3 Everlasting is O.M.G. This book continues status quo until it doesn’t!! I can’t even with this conclusion!

A complete adventure in 3 books! I can’t wait to see if Theriot gives us more of these characters…she just has to! Highly recommended!

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Say Something by Jennifer L. Allen – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Say SomethingSay Something by Jennifer L. Allen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

How many characters or even people in real life actually say:

“I never thought I would return to the town I grew up in”

“I wanted to leave there so fast after graduation”

“I always imagined bigger and better things for myself.”

It seems like many second chance romance stories start with this same ideal. The main character is coming home after trying to live life somewhere else, usually a big city. Say Something starts out that way but quickly turns into something more! Not just one main character is returning to the small hometown they grew up in, but both of them are! Danny and Jess are high school sweethearts who grew up together, got married, moved away, divorced, and returned home to the small town that brought them together. Where family means everything. Where love always win.

“Nothing in love is unforgivable”

I love these characters so much. Their heartaches, their frustration, their growing up moments.

“If there was one thing I had learned over the years, it was that one of the most crucial parts of adulthood was recognizing and then admitting when you needed help.”

This author and book is new to me so I cannot wait to read more from this author. I highly recommend this story.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Murder Among FriendsMurder Among Friends by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an interesting read. What an adventure. So many characters to watch and wonder about. Murder and mystery, stalking and even some love thrown in. Oh, and don’t forget about the twist that blind sides you at the end!!!

Cammy and Grant are super sweet together. Zach and Leah are the ultimate brother and sister in law. The kids are angels, simply children.

Linda Burson is known to me from her Marcy series. While, this book has nothing to do with that series, the writing style keeps you turning the pages. The storyline keeps you guessing for sure.

This is another recommended story by Burson. I wonder what she’s working on now…

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Beachcomber Enemy: a Romantic Thriller (Beachcomber Investigations Book 10) by Stephanie Queen – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Beachcomber EnemyBeachcomber Enemy by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another good story by Stephanie Queen. It has lots of action, lots of loving and lots of adventure. Beachcomber Enemy has bad guys with some danger thrown in too.

This series has several books, in fact this is book 10. I have read book 7 (see my review) and now have read this one. Each story seems to have a different adventure for our couple, Dane and Shana. Each story we get to know and love Dane and Shana a little more. During this story their trust for each other is tested while they try to find a maniac who is trying to kill them.

Queen has an easy and fun writing style which makes reading these stories…easy and fun! Another easily recommended story.

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Fierce Emotions (Marcy Series Book 8) by Linda Burson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Fierce EmotionsFierce Emotions by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fierce Emotions is book 8 in the Marcy Series and should be read completely in order.

This book continues with all that is Marcy and her “soap opera quality stories”. Her husbands, Brad and Liam, add to her chaos called life. All three are crazy in love with each other and sometimes just plain crazy.

This story reads in a simple style, one that is easy to follow. There are enough supporting characters to keep up with, enough action and plenty of wonder. I always feel, with this series, like something huge is about to happen. And while the trio has its ups and downs, there is no major life altering event. Each story feels like its building to something explosive.

I am amazed that Burson is able to keep this story line going with new twists while keeping me so entertained. I have not grown tired of Marcy, Brad or Liam’s antics. While this story ends on a happy note there are other unknowns, which leads me to believe a book nine is in the making! And then I read the author’s notes and learn that there are 13 books in the Marcy series!! I can’t wait to see where Burson takes this family!

Linda Burson is an author with stories made to entertain the reader.

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Impact (Twisted Hearts Love Story #4) by Autumn Sand – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Impact (A Twisted Hearts Love Story book 4)Impact by Autumn Sand
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Loving me doesn’t mean you trust me. I want all of you, Manuel. I want your secrets, because you know I would keep them. I want your pain, because you know I will swallow it and make it my own. I want your happiness because that’s when I love you most. I want your fears because we are supposed to fight those demons together. I want your love because that is what keeps me alive. Don’t you understand? I want it all, or nothing.” — Zoe

This story is the fourth book in the Twisted Hearts series and it so fits right in with the theme. I have read the other three books in this series but it has been a few years. I did not have to refresh my memory with the other books as there was little reference to the characters from those books. Would I recommend reading them? Definitely!

Impact is a story that bounces around from present day to the past. The characters remain the same through-out the story as Manny is telling it through his perspective. We see how each character “impacts” the others, both negatively and positively. This is Manny’s story. A story that has kept me turning the pages and hoping that Autumn Sand will continue not only this series but continue writing anything, because she is just that good!

Go one click her books today!

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Next Door Knight (Man’s Best Friend Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Next Door Knight (Man's Best Friend #2)Next Door Knight by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is just something about military stories…they always hit me right in the heart. This is the first book for me by this author and so glad it won’t be the last! Next Door Knight is a super cute story and is the second in the Man’s Best Friend series. Next Door Knight can be read as a stand-alone, as I had no idea there was one before this. Flockton has a writing style that kept me entertained, enthralled and completely charmed.

“Changing your whole life is a big decision to make. Thinking that’s what you want to do isn’t the way to go. You have to want it. You have to know” —she placed her hand over his heart— “deep in here, that what you’re doing is what’s best for you. Your mind will convince you that you should do. But your heart will let you know if it’s the right decision.”

The human characters were easy to read about and easy to fall for. The fur characters were just as much fun to read about.

This is a story that is definitely one worth reading.

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Run to the Sea (Reigning Heart Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Run to the Sea (Reigning Hearts, #1)Run to the Sea by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Run to the Sea is a sexy sweet story about 2 long lost loves. Through no fault but their own, mostly Thomas’ fault, the two lose contact with each other. But fate brings them back together, hopefully forever.

Fletcher is not new to me but for some reason, she does surprise me every time I read one of her books. She’s a writer that pulls you into the story and takes you for an adventure. Nothing too wild and crazy but an adventure none-the-less.

This story is a stand-alone, meaning there is no story before it. Even though the characters have a past, Fletcher is able to tell their story with no confusion to the present events.

I recommend this story and this author. She is one to watch and one click every chance you get!

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Tainted Saint (The Hawke Family Book 5) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Tainted Saint (Hawke Family #5)Tainted Saint by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked reading this story. The Hawke family is probably one of my favorite families to read about.

I love how the main characters, Caroline and Saint, have been watching each other, both thinking the other is out of their league and unattainable. I love when they finally realize their feelings. But of course, their story isn’t just as simple as that. There has to be a “bad guy” who tries to mess everything up.

McNamee’s stories never fail when it comes to making the characters ache and yearn for each other. Her stories never fail at making the reader sigh or want to continue reading.

“She promised she was done running, so it’s up to me to make sure she stays.” – Saint

This story is meant to be read in order, as every member of the Hawke family is intertwined with each other through-out the five books.

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Things We Lost (Loving Locksley Book 1) by Shae Banks – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Things We Lost (Loving Locksley Book 1)Things We Lost by Shae Banks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Shae Banks. And luckily for me it won’t be my last. The main characters are Nathalie and Jason who knew each other from childhood. They lost touch after high school when Jason left for college, never to return.

This story seems to prove the theory of “it’s a small world”. Some of the events surrounding Nathalie seem to be fate but how do we really know that Jason didn’t have his hands in it. The coincidences seem a little too easy.

Nathalie has a new job and new boss but along comes an old love. The mix seems to be more than Nathalie can handle.

Jason has a point to prove, not only to himself but to his family and to Nathalie. The past is just that, in the past. Things have changed and Jason wants Nat to see that he has changed too.

I am looking forward to reading more from Banks and hopefully this series as well.

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After Hurricane Nina, Rand’s Resolution (Hot Hunks-Steamy Romance Collection Book 8) By Tamara Ferguson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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After Hurricane Nina, Rand's Resolution (Hot Hunks-Steamy Romance Collection)After Hurricane Nina, Rand’s Resolution by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“When they kissed, it was like a promise that no matter where their careers led them, no matter how distant or dangerous their loves become, love would keep them together.”

And that, my friends, is the basis for Ferguson’s Dragonfly Pointe magic! Love IS enough!

Ferguson’s writing style keeps you turning the pages, keeps you guessing for that happily ever after. You might expect the happy ending in her books but the broken road to get there is the beautiful journey of Ferguson’s words!

I really liked this story. I love how each story refers to the Wounded Warrior center in Crystal Rock and uses the center as a base where eventually every one works or recovers.

Ferguson’s stories can be read as stand alones and I recommend you pick this one up.

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The Reason Why by Izzibella Beau – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Reason Why: Breathless SeriesThe Reason Why: Breathless Series by Izzibella Beau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“The circle of true love has a beginning and end that never stops. It is one that will always continue throughout the good and bad until each part can meet with the other and become whole again.”

While this story is about young love it is about true love. Izzibella Beau makes you believe in happily ever afters, no matter what your situation is.

I really liked this story. It had an element of suspense…you could feel that something bad or extremely sad was going to happen…FYI…it does happen. But these characters don’t let it end them, they find solutions and make their new situations work. (See quote above!)

Completely recommend this story to mature readers.

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Rewind by Rowan Shaw – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Rewind (Rewind #1)Rewind by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My first book by Rowan Shaw and I did not know what to expect. I love reading books recommended to me and then surprise! I love it! I haven’t read a lot of male/male romances but this one was beautifully written.

“Everything was so peaceful; I was finally safe in his arms. Enzo was one of the few people who had never judged me. One of the few who had never put me down. He made me feel secure like no one else could I was nearly clutching him to make sure he was really here.”

The love between Florian and Enzo is so strong and heart stopping. These characters are strong, smart, and oh so sexy!

I love endings that, while are happy for the main characters, leave me asking questions and looking for the next book. Shaw did not disappoint! Looking forward to more!

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Don’t Let Me by Marie Skye – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Don't Let Me (The Simplicit Duet #1)Don’t Let Me by Marie Skye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh this book…oh this author…every time Marie Skye puts words on paper my heart bursts! Every book, while each story is different, has the same underlying WOW!

This story seems to be a love triangle with the hint of a love threesome. But then there’s the danger of Olivia’s birth father and the sneakiness of Jaxon AND Damien. I really don’t know which one I am cheering for…oh wait yes, I do. It’s Olivia!

I love the title of this book because I had to say it plenty of times while reading it… “don’t let me” throw my kindle, “don’t let me” wake my sleeping family from my yelling, “don’t let me” message this author what I am feeling right now!

And I love reading books. I love reading series. I even like reading books with cliff hangers but when I don’t even see the cliff coming!! O.M.G. way to go Marie Skye! Way. To. Go. Definitely looking forward to book 2.

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Little Miss Eyes of Blue by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Little Miss Eyes of BlueLittle Miss Eyes of Blue by Holly Tierney-Bedord
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is the prequel to The Woman America Loves a Latte but can really be read after wards as well. This story is more about Veloura’s parents which in turn gives us more insight into how she becomes the way she is. I would have preferred to read this one first.

The character of Veloura is a very young child throughout most of this story. She faces terrible neglect from her parents due to their lack of communication with each other and their own selfishness. Their actions make understanding Vee so much easier. I can see why at age 20 in the next book she still seemed a little dippy.

Vee’s parents, Marla and Paul are an interesting set of people. Marla’s “problems” could easily be labeled as drug addiction, but that is only the beginning of her problems. While the dad, Paul seems to want a perfect family with no effort from himself.

Tierney-Bedord creates these characters that we can relate to, even hate a little, but ones we can understand. We may even know people like this in real life.

Reading Tierney-Bedord’s books always makes me want to read the next one so there’s no doubt that I will be looking forward to the next one!

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The Woman America Love a Latte by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Woman America Loves a LatteThe Woman America Loves a Latte by Holly Tierney-Bedord
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an interesting story. I laughed “a Latte” and am looking forward to reading more in this series, because that ending!?! Really Tierney-Bedord!? And that Prologue really didn’t help me with the story…so yeah, I need more!

Vee seems like an airhead but then I remember she is only 20 years old through most of this story. She is supposed to be a little ditzy and naïve. I felt bad for Vee that she didn’t have family that she could turn to or even many friends. Thank goodness for Suzie though!

Even as a non-coffee drinker I found this story fun to read. I found the coffee cup car very funny and could just picture it driving down the roads of America!

This is not my first book by Tierney-Bedord and won’t be my last as I like her writing style.

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Rafferty (Default Distraction #2) by A.S. Roberts – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Rafferty (Default Distraction #2)Rafferty by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“It was almost better this way, we had found each other at a time in our lives when we could truly appreciate exactly what we’d been denied and what we’d been missing.”

Roberts has continued the Default Distraction series with Rafferty. This book can be read as a stand- alone but there are some references to the first book, Brody, which will make you want to read it anyways. So just start at the beginning and enjoy!

Rafferty and Lauren were teenage best friends, lovers, and soul mates. However, illness, rock stardom and life gets in the way of love and these two are separated for all the wrong reasons. Many years later they are reunited, hopefully it’s not too late for them. There are a lot of secrets to be revealed and truths to discover.

I loved this story and the characters in it. I love the flow of the story line itself. Roberts writes a story that I can believe and escape into, making me look forward to the next story she writes!

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Flirty Dancing: A Spicy Romantic Comedy About the Afterlife (The Green Room Chronicles Book 3) by J.D. Frettier – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Flirty DancingFlirty Dancing by J.D. Frettier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This short story is a mix of utter sadness and far-fetched hilarity! No one really knows what happens to us after our deaths and Frettier gives us just one view with this easy fun read. Frettier has an easy to read writing style that makes this reader want to read the rest of the series.

Kitty suddenly dies and instead of going to Heaven or Hell, she is sent to The Green Room. A place where some people go after they die. The Green Room has many other people waiting. Instant friends come to the aid of Kitty in her confusion and introduce her to the Green Room amenities.

Many characters in this story equals many other stories to read!!

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers #5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 5)Turning the Tide by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story gives another view into marriage, BDSM and just being a decent person. (Some of my favorite things!)

Luke is a married man. His marriage, like every marriage, has had its ups and downs. But unlike every marriage, Luke’s wife is unstable and there seems to be more to their situation. Their marriage is in the toilet before we even get to met them, so what is really going on?

Connie, not Luke’s wife, is herself divorced and learning to have fun and to trust men. Her ex-husband hurt her emotionally so she’s not ready to fall in love.

When Luke and Connie are convinced, by different friends, to visit a swinger’s club called, The Factory, they learn many new things.

“We have a real mix of people, of ages, sizes, colors, politics, backgrounds. It’s like once we get naked, we strip all those differences away. Underneath we’re all just human.”

Wouldn’t it be nice if the whole world worked this way?

If you are looking for some hot and spicy sex scenes with consensual adults, then you should pick up this book. Alexander has written another great story in her Eastern Shore Swingers Series, in fact you should check them all out, starting with Book one, Fisher of Men.

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Knights Who Won My Heart (Knights Series Book 4) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Knights Who Won My Heart (Knights, #4)Knights Who Won My Heart by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the conclusion to the Knight Series. Lia’s happily ever after right!? Hold that thought!

I love this book and this series. Sonya Jesus has continued her easy writing style with this story. The first three books were getting to know all the players while this book focused on The King and The Queen.

If you have read this series from the beginning, and you should, then you will already know that Hawk is a psycho! But if for some reason you were on the fence about him, read this:

“I can already feel Amelia’s tears moisturizing my skin when he passes. Until then, prolonging his death is the best punishment. Hope will slowly dissipate and leave her with nothing, until he finally dies and fills her with loss.”

Each surprise in this story had me shaking my head in disbelief and in wonder! The cliff hanger from Book 3 continues into this book and adds to the devastation, shock and down right heart break!

I loved every part of this book but the ending, absolute perfection! I can not wait to read more from Sonya Jesus!

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Seraphina’s Revolution (The Seraphina Series Book 4) by Sheena Hutchinson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Seraphina's Revolution (Seraphina #4)Seraphina’s Revolution by Sheena Hutchinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“The biggest war the spiritual world has ever seen is about to begin.”

Seraphina’s time has finally come! This is book 4 in the Seraphina Series. And what an ending this is! This series has been watching Seraphina’s change and growth while she learned to literally take on the world.

Characters from the previous books have returned to help and hinder Sera. In fact, each book picks up where the last one left off. Hutchinson’s world is filled with Angels, Demons and creatures both good and bad, which makes this book and series a must read.

Hutchinson’s writing style through out this book (and series) is easy to read, IF you have read the previous books. I highly recommend this fantasy series and am looking forward to reading more from this author!

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