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Sinful Vow (Dark Mafia Sins, book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Sinful VowSinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luca and Aly fall in love at an early age and have a long, troubled history. Can they be together. They are each the prodigy of one of the biggest mafia families in Texas. What an exciting and full of adventure book this was. Starting with Luca’s first encounters as a young boy up to Aly’s marriage in adulthood, we see them go through some mighty big challenges. Facing some uptight families with guns, they are both stubborn, pig-headed and seem to have death wishes but they do get through those challenges. Well-written and smooth flowing, it was easy to stay engaged and pick your loves and hates in the supporting characters. The plot was fantastic. I love this series. You should give it a shot. Worth the read. Highly recommend.

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Wild Hare’s Daughter (Wild Hares) by Laura Koerber – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Wild Hare's DaughterWild Hare’s Daughter by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is wonderful on so many levels. You are grabbed from the beginning right into the story of Amy wanting to figure out who her dad is and finding she has magic powers. The story is so well-written. Amy is a teen trying to figure out her life, which isn’t easy because she is learning she isn’t what she thought she was. She will be on a journey to discover herself with the help of people in her town, her family and her BFF, Petey. You can’t help but relate to her teen angst. The author did a bang-up job of keeping things running smooth. The author also has slipped some climate thoughts and political thoughts in there. Reading about Bobby describe life at Bear Lake and loss of nature around it, you get a little lesson in climate change. I found it intriguing. It puts another perspective on loss of nature. We are losing some of our nature. The political items in there were spot on. I think it helped pull the story into today. Though I don’t agree with some of the messages, I did find they just fit in well with the story and the hunt for those with magic. This is a really good book. Great for young adults but adults just may enjoy it too.

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles Book 2) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Shelly Kittell

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles, #2)To be a Fae Guardian by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is so packed full of action and intrigue. Titania is one of my favorite fantasy characters. She is badass by putting her kingdom and people before everything else. She really isn’t afraid to break laws to protect people. This is book 2 of the series and continues Titania’s adventures of dealing with consequences of trying to protect the kingdom. Now one person is facing those consequences. Can she save him and her kingdom. She has so much pressure all around her and secrets to hide. She is such a strong character. The author does a great job of portraying her and developing the plot around her struggles. It’s been a delight to read this story. I’ve enjoyed going through and watching Titania battle through and get what she needs. I’d recommend this series to anyone who loves strong female characters. This author is one of my favorites now. I would give it more than a 5 if I could.

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Slick Running (Satan’s Devils MC #3) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Shelly Kittell

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What an adrenaline ride! From the beginning the story grabs you. It’s well-written with a plot full of twists, turns and lots of adventures. The characters are all quite the personalities, and yet, somehow they all blend into a terrific story that you just can’t stop listening too. The narration is again done by fantastic narrators. They keep you engaged and wanting to find out what’s going to happen. I love this series and I have been reading it on Kindle. The narration just grabs you and gets the adrenaline going because you can feel that action even more when the story is read. Overall, I would give this more than 5 stars if I could. Terrific story that will keep you going until the last page. I highly recommend it.

Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan #2)Imperfectly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great book! It totally pulled me in from the beginning and did not let up until the end of the book. With a story that flowed smoothly from start to finish, it made for a joy to read. The challenges Aston and Elsa face were hard. I loved following them as they overcame their challenges. The chemistry is spicy, just what I like to see in a romance. The characters are well-written and easy to relate to. It’s a fantastic book that you should give a hot. I highly recommend.

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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan #2)Imperfectly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great book! It totally pulled me in from the beginning and did not let up until the end of the book. With a story that flowed smoothly from start to finish, it made for a joy to read. The challenges Aston and Elsa face were hard. I loved following them as they overcame their challenges. The chemistry is spicy, just what I like to see in a romance. The characters are well-written and easy to relate to. It’s a fantastic book that you should give a hot. I highly recommend.

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Shake Loose the Border (Thunder on the Moor Book 3) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Shake Loose the Border (Thunder On The Moor Book 3)Shake Loose the Border by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, here we are at book 3 of the series. Will and Maggie have more adventures as the wedding is scheduled to happen and Maggie is still trying to get them home. The emotions run the gamut through this story. You’ll feel it from anger to sadness to happiness. The story still flows very smooth. The characters are still so well-written and very relatable. I still love reading it with the scottish tinge to the language. This has been the best series so far of 2022. I am a huge fan of time travel and this author always writes stories that keep the readers engaged all the way through. Get out there and get a copy. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend.

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Ride With The Moonlight (Thunder On The Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder On The Moor, #2)Ride with the Moonlight by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 2 of the series, this one starts with Maggie sending her family back barefoot. I have to say that was the funniest beginning I have seen in awhile. Picturing grown men picking rocks out of their hose had me giggling. In this installment, Maggie has broken free from her framily and run off with Will. Can their love get them through this? I’m pretty sure it can but I can’t tell you. You have to read this. I promise that you will enjoy this story. The characters are so full of personality and so big for their britches that you just can’t help but root for Maggie and Will. Her family wants to get her and marry her off to Ian. God help her, all she wants is to get home. Will this hapen? Stay tuned and get out there and buy your copy.

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Thunder On The Moor (Thunder On The Moor Book 1) by Andrea Matthews Review by Shelly Kittell

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Thunder On The Moor (Thunder On The Moor, #1)Thunder On The Moor by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! I fell in love with this book right from the start. I am a fan of all things scottish. Trying to read this book with its language was fantastic and gave the book a bit of excitement for me. It was engaging. Time travel is a very intriguing topic for a story as well. Maggie and Will are two very different personalities that come together in this story by a truly different tale. Maggie is basically dragged back by her father and meets Will. The time period is brutal and harsh. It’s safe to say women don’t get a lot of respect. They will face a lot challenges as they deal with clans that don’t get along and other issues. I shouldn’t but I did chuckle at some of the issues being faced and how they were dealth with. The story is very well-written and has a great flow to it. The characters are just that; characters with wild personalities. You should give this book a try. I highly recommend it.

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Seed On Fire (Moore Family Saga , Book 1) by Michele Sims – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Act I: Seed On Fire (Moore Family Saga, #1)Act I: Seed On Fire by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing book. From page 1, you are sucked into the magic and do not want to get out. The drama, mystery, suspense and adventure just keep you wanting to know what happens next. The story is well-written and flows from one section to the next with no glitches. The details make you feel like you are a fly on the wall participating. I found the characters to feel very three dimensional and totally relatable. They go through so many challenges yet they prove their love is strong. A very good book that I highly recommend.

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Playing With Fire (Moore Family Saga, Book 2) by Michele Sims – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Act II. Playing with Fire (Moore Family Saga, #2)Act II. Playing with Fire by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 2 of the series and I can say WOW!! It just gets better. There is lots of action. Miles is 9 and in Paris with his parents. There is plenty of action, drama and suspense. Again, a fan of the book due to its ability to keep me engaged with the writing and smooth plot transitions. The characters are again fantastic. So real that I feel like I’m there watching close up. I can’t wait to see what’s coming. This is a 5-book series and I’m hankering to get back to reading more about what’s going to happen. I highly recommend you get out there, fork over the money and give this series a shot. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

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A Moore Affair (Moore Family Saga, Book 4) by Michele Sims – Review by Shelly Kittell

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A Moore Affair (Moore Family Saga #4)A Moore Affair by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s coming up on the big day. No lack of drama for Miles and Bella. Can they make it through to their big day? Again, I am engaged by the writing. The plot is as smooth as a river. It really is so pleasant to read books that do not have “chunky” plots. The characters are so relatable and feel like they are people we could meet right off the street. Miles and Bella can get through this. They have come so very far to this point. I highly recommend this book.

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The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga, Book 3) by Michele Sims – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga, #3)The Fire God Tour by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness! Miles is now an artist on tour and Bella is his marketing consultant. Can they come together and make this tour work? They have their own set of challenges thrown at them and boy, are they a few doozies. The action and suspense is intense. Grabbed by the hand at page 1 and I didn’t want to put it down. A little steam keeps it hot. This author has a style of writing that is rare anymore. I love authors that can suck you into their story and engage you in such a way that you can visualize the story and feel that you are there. Even more is the fact that it feels that way with every book in the series. This is book 3. I highly recommend you read this one.

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Theodore’s Ring by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Theodore's Ring: BWWM Action Adventure RomanceTheodore’s Ring: BWWM Action Adventure Romance by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an adventure that most women would call a nightmare. Lydia has to go deep into the jungle to rescue her boyfriend, Cam. She has to get Theodore’s Ring, a historic piece. In the process, she gets to dual a King Cobra, mysterious strangers, and deal with Sullivan, her ex. All this, and no hair products, Cam has got us in deep now. Lydia does her best to rescue him. I don’t know if I would do that. The story has adventure, romance, and some spice. It’s fun and a quick read. The characters have some relatable parts that make them easy to feel for, even Sullivan. I would recommend this.

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my word, this is one of the best romances I’ve read this year! Yes, it’s early January and this book is funny, romantic and down to earth. It kind of makes me think of a Hallmark movie (minus the octogenarians fooling around). The chemistry between CC and Brant is palpable. The supporting characters are terrific. Having read a few of the other books in the series, I love how the other carries on the story likes its just life in a small town. It can be read as a stand alone but you’ll enjoy it as a series also. The story and the characters are very relatable. Joys of small town life, a fun and quick read that you just have to give a whirl to. I highly recommend this one.

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling at Cons by Megan Mackie – Review by Shelly Kittell

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ConQuest: The Art of Selling At ConsConQuest: The Art of Selling At Cons by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great resource to help authors looking to get into selling at Conventions. The author does a wonderful job of walking through the process of what happens at Comic Cons. ‘She intersperses her personal stories throughout the book. The book has a realistic tale which is engaging; yet enjoyable because she engages the reader rather than making it dry. I am a reader rather than an author and I loved her tips on how to approach readers. The “no pressure” tips were spot on. I do wish more book people would realize these. Really great resource. I would definitely recommend it to writers out there.

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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Exiled SouthExiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a truly intriguing book that caught my attention with the conversation between Liz and Dan. It built from there. The story was well-written. The topic was interesting and well-researched. The characters felt like they could have been pulled right out of the community, very relatable. Intense, intriguing and a very goood read. I enjoyed this book.

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 6) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Swipe Right to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #6)Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story brings out the giggles if you’ve ever used a dating app. I can relate to the whole story here and I had my husband wondering if I had lost it. What a fun story! Gabe and Katrina start out on an amazing adventure. Nothing like starting out trying to put each other out of business. Can they come to a happy medium? I’m not telling. You’ll have to read it to find out. And while you’re at it, pick up the rest of the series, this is a quick read series that will give you serious cases of the giggles. Well-written and I love how it all flows so together so smooth. The characters are just so like the rest of us (only not quite human). The struggle is real, no matter what you are. I wish I could give this more than 5 stars. I am highly recommending it to all.

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Rebecca Steele Living the Dream (Rebecca Steele series Book 3) by Joanne Patterson – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Rebecca Steele Living The Dream (The Rebecca Steele series Book 3)Rebecca Steele Living The Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Where to start? This book is excellent. It is book 3 in the series. The conclusion of Becky and Chance’s story. Toss in an ex-wife that just can’t get a clue, ex’s that come back around, and some extra powerful drama. Becky and Chance are dealing with all of this around her doing a concert series once a month and the rodeo. They face some strong struggles but their love seems to be very strong. Can they get through this. Will their love survive? This story caught me from page 1. You are going to feel the emotions roll through the whole story. It’s going to be an emotional roller coaster. I can’t give anything away. You have to read this story. You will not be disappointed. This is on my list of favorites for 2021. Well-written with fantastic characters that are so easy to relate to. I wish I could give it a 10, but they will only allow me to give it a 5. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction (Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Chain Reaction (Nite Fire, Book 2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dahlia Nite is one badass shifter. I love how she “lies” to her partner, Evans, to get out of him following her. She is supposed to protect humanity from the monsters but those lines are blurring. She wonders if its a virus or if somethings is triggering people. What makes this story work is the adventure. You don’t really get stories with dragon shifters. The action kept my interest all the way through. Well-written. The characters are totally relatable. I totally recommend this.

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Shelly Kittell

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States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an arm-chair gripper from page 1. The action in the plot grab you from the court scene in Chapter 1. It’s kind of seedy and grody but she’s trying to change things around. We all have to hit bottom. She hits it HARD. These characters are fantastic. I felt like I was reading a seedy detective/court novel. It was fantastic because I’m a huge fan of these. I love it when the actions continues throughout the whole novel. It keeps the action fast and involved. The story is great. Well- done, I’d recommend it.

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

s a YA book, I found this to be fascinating! For an end of times, virus ridden world, full of hyenas; it grabbed my emotions, caught my attention, and I fell for Huck. Huck had to be my favorite character. Now, I’m a grandmother but I have a son and grandson unique like Huck. I found his personality so very relatable. I’m a bookworm too. We could be going for a walk. Oh, a break, I’ll read.lol. The book has such a realistic view, not sappy like some other books. It was worth reading. Whether you are 16 or 56, you ought give this a shot, especially with today’s world. It’s kind of refreshing. Hey, their world is out of coffee. *shudder* I would give it more than a 5 star if I could. LOVED IT.

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Forbidden Moon (The Shadow Chronicles Book 3) by CR Robertson – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Forbidden MoonForbidden Moon by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a paranormal story that will knock your socks off. There is action jumping right off the pages. Supernatural creatures of many kinds from vampires to lycan to hellspawn and a few more thrown in. Tasha and Levi return in this installment with their little girl, Persephone (a special hybrid). The plot is fantastic and so very intriguing. I didn’t want to put it down. I have been reading this series since book 1 (Forbidden Mate) and it just keeps getting better and better. In some books, a lot of characters can be confusing; yet, this author develops them so well as individuals that they all ties so well with each other. Many of the characters have carried on throughout the story. For fans of spice, there is some steam throughout. It is for the over 18 group. Fans of paranormal will love this book. I highly recommend it. I would give it more than a 5 if I could.

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Shelly Kittell

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was fast, fun and kept me on the edge of my seat. It’s another that pulled me in from the beginning. The plot had enough action and intrigue to keep the reader wanting to stay to see what happens next. Our two main characters were feisty enough and had such chemistry that I couldn’t help snickering at some of the interactions. Man, they have some challenges to get through. You’ll have to check out the book to see if they made it through. This is really a terrific book. I can recommend the whole series. Come on, you know you want a new series to try. Take a chance. I recommend it!

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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel AUDIO BOOK by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Excellent audio story

Overall  

5 out of 5 stars

Performance  

5 out of 5 stars

Story  

5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-19-21

I read this as a book several months back and enjoyed it. When I saw that it had come out as an Audible I wanted to hear it. The narrator is great!! His gritty voice gives it that perfect cop tone. The story with audio gives it so much more. It was as I’d pictured in my head: gritty cop; hard case; rough life. Absolutely fantastic! The story is well-written. It starts right off with action that grabs you by the wrist and says “come with me.” The characters are very relatable. Nick’s pain is palpable. I recommend this story to all who love cop mystery.

Tally and the Angel: Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Tally and the Angel Book Two, CanadaTally and the Angel Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading Tally and the Angel – India, I fell in love with Tally and her angel. This book did not fail either. Tally and her wonderful angel are off on another homeschool adventure full of danger and excitement, this time in Canada. The story is fresh and full of lore from days long ago. Tally makes new friends on her adventure. Her angel seems to know more about what’s going on but seems afraid to spill the beans. Tally might be up against more than she can handle but can she do it with the help of friends and her angel? You guys should read this story. Though for the younger set, this story is great for the older adults too. It’s really adventurous and heartwarming, a fun family story. Well-written and great characters, it’s one you can’t afford to pass up.

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The Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Unholy: A Supernatural TaleThe Unholy: A Supernatural Tale by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I always find myself with a serious case of the heebie-jeebies after finishing one of this author’s books. This one did not fail to deliver. Claire finds herself struggling to keep the boundary between naturopathic practitioner and medicine woman. She has tried to overcome a challenging childhood with some rough memories. Well, if you are a fan of this author, you’ll know that these supernatural horrors take place in Aztlan. That’s one creepy place that has some issues. In this story, it’s the battle of good and evil. The story is well done. I couldn’t put it down once I started. It grabbed me from page 1 and her childhood memories all the way to the end. The action is phenomenal. The characters are totally relatable. You can almost see a little of yourself in them. I find it interesting to see stories that put the tale of good and evil into such a thrilling horror story. This is really good, must have reading. I recommend you get it. I would absolutely give it more than 5 stars if I could.

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Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Master Trentino and Angel are fighting an incredible battle. Kind of like Romeo and Juliet, he finds her dying and rescues her; but she’s the sister of his enemy. They fight some big, big battles that make you wonder if they will stand strong together or fall apart. I can’t tell you what happens but I can tell you that its worth the read to find out. You should read the first two books in the series too. The eye candy on the cover is fabulous and doesn’t hurt either. The author always amazes me at how she writes in such a way that makes the mafia wars in Vegas with the vampires so interesting. I highly recommend this book.

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Limbo by Laura Koerber – Review by Shelly Kittell

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LimboLimbo by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a beautiful book. I found it haunting and original. Following along as Alyse learns about her life, I felt every emotion she was feeling. The characters were very well-written and had a lot of depth to them. They were relatable and felt inspirational. I found myself enjoying every moment of the book because you were learning something but you were also enjoying the story as you read. I would give this more than a 5 if I could. I definitely recommend you read it. You should experience the feeling of the story.

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Holiday Hope (Holiday Express Book 1) by Shanna Hatfield – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Holiday Hope (Holiday Express Book 1)Holiday Hope by Shanna Hatfield
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a sweet romance novel. Focused as a historical novel, the main character comes to town as a mail order bride. I love the fact that the groom is a no-show but his brother is an identical twin and their dad is the matchmaker. This made the plot very entertaining and this a truly fascinating and fun read. Quick read for those cold nights tucked under a blanket with a hot toddy or hot chocolate. The characters are well-written and so relatable. You can feel their angst. It was nice to read a happy and inspirational romance. I love to have those thrown in. Since this is Book 1 in the series, I can’t wait for the next one to come out. I’m hooked.

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