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Love Rinkside (The Playmakers Series) by G. K. Brady – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Love Rinkside (Playmakers)Love Rinkside by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So sweet, I guess these are now called meet cute romances. Oh, so adorable that I felt a cavity form. I loved these two together. An adventure that brought them together for a sweet romance. The chemistry was fun and playful. I found myself giggling out loud. My grandson kept asking what’s funny. I can’t tell a 10 yr old boy why I’m laughing at a romance. It’s a quick read that’s very entertaining. Great writing and wonderful characters.

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Orange Forest Rabbit by Lois Wickstrom and Lucrecia Darling – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Orange Forest Rabbit MysteriesThe Orange Forest Rabbit Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a cute book! I the MC. He’s out to solve 3 mysteries. It’s a quick chapter read suited for mid-age children. It was a giggle fest when I read it with my grandson. We were eager to see what came next. We would love to see more.

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Amy’s Betrayal (Gemstone Massacre Series) by Julia Goldhirsh – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Amy's Betrayal: An LGBTQIA+ Arthurian, Urban Fantasy (Gemstone Massacre Book 2)Amy’s Betrayal: An LGBTQIA+ Arthurian, Urban Fantasy by Julia Goldhirsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fast-paced, action-packed drama. I found it pretty exciting. The characters were quite unique in their roles in the story. I found them to be quite diverse. The air of fantasy and paranormal made for a story that I couldn’t put down. I really enjoyed the writing and recommend it for fans of this genre.

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Discovering Desire (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Discovering Desire (Shattered Embrace #3)Discovering Desire by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great story. It’s steamy, for sure. I enjoyed the story pretense. It was plausible with a forbidden apple touch to it. There was also a bit of romantic suspense in it that gave it an air that had me totally engaged. I have loved this series and hope to read more. Terrific characters and wonderful writing in these books make for a fantastic adventure.

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have so enjoyed this series. Part of my enjoyment comes from it being set in the 1920’s. It was such a different time back then. The speech, the people, all of it was so unique to us in this current time period. Not to sound like a cliche but Sparky is one of the most spunky characters I’ve met in a book this year. For a young one, she’s got the fear but she’ll protect her people and usually finds herself in trouble. This book is a wonderful mystery. So many little twists and turns make it a fun read. I like books like that. I’m bored if I can figure out the killer in the first little bit. The story is so well done. The detail and the characters really make you feel the history as you’re reading. It’s an enjoyable read. I’d recommend for lovers of historical mysteries.

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Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has been an amazing series to read so far. This is Marcus, Storm & Barrington’s story. It is intense. I found myself feeling all the emotions as I went through this story. This story is definitely spicy. It’s also got action and drama. There’s a lot going on. Some familiar faces from Club Nexus pop in and make an appearance. This is an amazing story. This is one of those that I by her stories because I know they will always fascinate.

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The Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Amanda Mini-MysteriesThe Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a neat book. I found the little mini stories to be perfect for my ADHD soul. I found them to be perfect to help guide kids to jump further into studying other science topics. My grandaughter told me that she loves science and I think she would enjoy this book. It’s perfect with it’s little chapters. I love the answers at the end of the chapter. Amanda is a good character as she asks the perfect questions to delve deeper. We’ll be adding this to our library.

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Boy, did I like this one. As a romantic suspense, I couldn’t help but be hooked from the minute Donny came over to them on the playground and wanted to build sand castles with them. From that moment on, the intrigue was there. What’s with the mystery man? I thought he might be the baddie but no, he has mystery of his own. Creepo is out there hunting the women. This will get you with twists and turns. As a thriller, it’s fabulous, I found my self holding my breath waiting for this weirdo to pop out. This is one of my favorites for the year. These are amazing characters. I absolutely loved how the author set up the story right from the start. The premise of the story was great for a thriller/romantic suspense. She is a new author to me and I hope to read more from her. Fantastic.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A lovely story that reminds me a little of country moune and city mouse.It’s a really cute story that will take you back to your memories of family reunions. Mine were always nuts. The story has bright and colorful illustrations that are sure to grab a child’s attention. The story is entertaining and family friendly. My grandson and I laughed and chuckled through it. He asked questions which brought up memories of family that had passed. It’s a lovely book that we’ll be adding to our library. I still have 4 more grandchildren to share it with. This is my favorite childrens book this year.

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Shelly Kittell

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake, #1)By Your Side by Ashley Erin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a beautiful story of new beginnings at a second chance for love. A broken heart can often make us think there is no chance but these two brought some hope. This was a journey that kept me engaged in the story and rooting for them. An absolutely sweet story and I loved the grumpy contractor. I’m a sucker for sweet stories like this. This is a new author to me and I’m glad I found her. I hope to see more.

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So sweet a story, I love to see good come from being stood up. This story also brought out the feels. You could feel the passion in the story. I could relate to her struggle. I enjoyed the story, the characters and watching how it went. This is a fantastic romance series. It’s the closest to realistc that I’ve hit upon in awhile. One of my favorite authors, I always look forward to her books and I can’t wait to see what the next book brings.

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Trusting Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Trusting Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 1)Trusting Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I fell in love with this contemporary romance. I’m a sucker for a couple dealing with a painful past that they have to get over. The strength it takes to make a go is worth reading. I found their chemistry to be exciting. The story is entertaining and got a few giggles out of me. It is engaging and the characters are relatable. The one thing I can always enjoy in this author’s books is the fact that her characters are so unique and so very relatable. Another winner in my book. I recommend this one.

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The Story That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Story That Ties UsThe Story That Ties Us by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness, this one worked all emotions. Both heartbreaking and heartwarming, this story will take you on a journey of two hearts that work their way back to each other. The writing is beautiful and you can feel the passion and love and pain in the writing. The characters are very well-written. I was so into this one. My kindle app was glued to my hand. A beautiful story that needs to be read.

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The Music That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance (Love Ties Us)The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, this was an awesome book. Cadence had some lessons to learn. Boy, could I relate to this story. Once I started, it really wasn’t possible to put it down. I was talking to Cadence as I was reading. Life coaching as you go along. Strong writing made this a story that just grabs you. Yes, Cadence had her whiny and weak moments but don’t we all. Watching her grow was nice. The steam is fabulous. Their chemistry is their but I do like a male character that does the right thing. This is one of those stories you should read.

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The Handshake Agreement (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Handshake AgreementThe Handshake Agreement by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. I was drawn in by the writing. Declan seemed raw with daddy issues but still strong. Anne really hit me as sweet and vulnerable. Part of me wanted it to work and the other part was “run.” I was pulled in by the moment their eyes met. My heart skipped a beat and I was hooked. I had to go on and see where this went. This is a beautifully written story of second chances. I found that it made me feel all the emotions. Though mostly a romance, there is a touch of suspense. this really added a nice touch to the story. I found the characters, especially Anne, very relatable. It’s definitely a story I would recommend.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fascinating and intriguing story. I found the premise quite engaging. I love to dive into this author’s romantic suspense because she writes in a way that grabs you. There is action, drama, romance and suspense that keeps you going. The characters can be intense. Theya re in this story. We see a strong FC. I liked how she was fairly independent even with finding herself in a bit of trouble. Ransom did get to be her hero. It’s a book that gets your attention and you’ll enjoy reading it. You’ll feel every emotion and love the characters.

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I could relate to her so much. This was a romcom that moved right up towards the top of my favorite list. The chemistry of these two had definite spark. The steam fogged my glasses up. The story was entertaining as I felt like a fly on the wall at times. I love alternating POV chapters. It makes it feel a little like an ongoing conversation. The premise of the story is totally realistic. The characters were believable and unique in their own ways. Perfect to the story. This is a romance that shouldn’t be missed. I so recommend this one.

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Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 2) by MK Harkins – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #2)Red by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this one. It’s George’s story, yet also an angel/fairy love story (you’ll see). I really loved that concept. The ones helping him had their own love found too. It’s an intriguing story. I found myself right back into the fun of following George as he’s trying to get over his broken heart. The story is well-written. I loved all the characters. The details are so thought out and planned well. It’s such a relatable story even being a fairy tale. You just can’t help feeling for George. I can’t wait for the next book.

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series) by Lynn Wood – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Secrets, Lies and Betrayals (Protect and Honor Series #1)Secrets, Lies and Betrayals by Lynn Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was never quite into political thrillers until the last couple of years. I really enjoyed this one. The author went into the historical facts for this one. I was pulled in right from the beginning. As a grandparent, I will say that the beginning shocked me and gripped me. I had to keep reading to see what was going to happen. This thriller did not disappoint. The action and drama kept me going. I had my kindle app on whenever I had a chance. I would have read straight through if I could have put life on hold. The characters were well-written and I really felt that they could have been plucked right off the streets of our real world. This is a fascinating thriller, an amazing story and I can’t wait for book 2.

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The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and AboutThe Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was quite the adventure. My grandson and I read this. He had a lot of questions about why they were training, etc. We love these stories. They are fun and they teach so much information. The pictures will gain your child’s attention. I really enjoyed how the story incorporated real challenges into the story and made them seem like normal events and how they were handled. A wonder addition for dog families.

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K. S. Gantt – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short StoriesThe Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K.S. Gantt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book does have a Trigger Warning right up front. 8 short stories dealing with some crazy phobias. As I came on here to type up my review, I noticed that the author grew up reading King. Oh, do I feel that in the stories. I grew up doing that too. The creep factor is off the charts. I have to say that I loved every minute of it. When I’m reading a horror book, I want horror, creepy and a bit disturbing. I feel like I got it all. I want some more from this author. New to me and I’ll be looking.

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Second Glance: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novel (The Serrulata Saga) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Second Glance (The Serrulata Saga)Second Glance by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh, I loved getting another look into this world. Getting to see how these two had to live was kind of like seeing how some have to live in today’s world. It was and engaging story that me rooting for these two to be able to maintain their relationship. It’s not easy in their world. I have enjoyed this saga. It’s nice that it’s a standalone. You should read the others also; they are just as good. This was a book worth ready. There’s lots of drama, romance and action.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Shelly Kittell

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very interesting book. I dove into it because the synopsis sounded interesting and the cover was beautiful. I was not disappointed. i found the story kept me totally engaged. I had never heard of of this myth so this was quite new. The Beauty and the Beast retelling was cool. The characters were quite fascinating. There’s a bit of everything in here. It was a entertaining read.

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Double Delight (Double Delight Series) by Julie Castle – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Double Delight: The Complete SeriesDouble Delight: The Complete Series by Julie Castle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I fell in love with both of these books. There is steam in both to go with some well-written romance stories. They are both well-done. The characters are so relatable. I found myself diving in because it felt like I was reading about friends. I didn’t want to put it down. It’s got some drama and lots of chemistry. I highly recommend you read this.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“What a terrible story!” On opposite day, this means “What a terrific story!”
. Dinopotamus is learning about opposites at school. It’s an entertaining story that will bring giggles. It is a fun story. They learn about some of the different concepts. There are bright pictures and entertaining characters. It’s another fun addition to the family or classroom library.

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Bad Enough (The Deadman’s Tribe Series Book 2) by Nicole Craig – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Bad Enough (The Deadman's Tribe, #2)Bad Enough by Nicole Craig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the moment I started this story, I felt like I was being drawn into the best darn romantic suspense that I’ve read this year. The author sets up this story with some intense Dom/sub that flows into two subplots that leave you going “BAM: and the story takes off from there. Familiar faces from GOOD ENOUGH make an appearance. The chemistry is hot. This story is off the hook. There is drama, suspense, and a bit of romance. It is fast-paced. Fantastic book.

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, this book gave me goosebumps right from the start. I couldn’t believe how much it gave me the creeps right away. I do find that’s the sign of a really good psycho thriller. I thought book 1 was good but this one took it a new level. It built up on the story. I found some questions answered and some more questions to be asked. It’s one of my favorites for the year. I do hope there will be another.

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a way to tie up the evil seafood trilogy. Mother Nature sets the reset. I loved these books. In the beginning, the author gives us a view as how and why she came up with it. I say MORE foodie gone bad stories. I’ve never been so entertained and terrified at the same time. I found the writing deliciously detailed. The characters were uniquely personalized. I did love seeing the karma bus visit some. This author writes and will leave you thinking about things when you’re done. It’s a really good book. You know you want to….click that ‘one-click’ button.

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun start to a new series. I’m in love with this one. The story is entertaining. This author has such a fantastic way of writing. She hooks you in write from the beginnning and you don’t want to leave. You want to know what the kitties are finding clue wise. Someone has to help Catherine. Such fun characters that pull this all together. It’s an exciting cozy mystery and I can’t wait for the next book.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun story. I don’t know about you but I loved daydreaming at recess. These were the types of things I’d dream off. The story is entertaining. The pictures are bright and colorful to get childrens attention. A book for the family or teacher’s library.

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