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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by stephanie nicole s

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not normally a thriller kind of girl but after seeing the intriguing cover and reading the synopsis I knew I had to read this one right away. I have read a couple of books by this author and he never disapoints. Full of mystery, suspense, drama, and more this book definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. Combine all of that with the incredible character development, and the fantastic word building, and we’re in for a wild ride.

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Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Therese Hernon – Review by stephanie nicole

Stitch by StitchStitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This cozy small town romance/ mystery is definitely an intriguing one. The plot has a great mix of mystery, drama, murder, suspended and more. I found myself sitting down to start this cozy mystery and being half way done with it before I even noticed. The character development was perfect, the plot interesting, and of course the beautiful cover is what drew me to the book right away. So if your looking for a great cozy mystery then pick this one up today.

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Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by stephanie nicole

Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1)Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book really grabbed my attention right away, the cover was full of vibrant colors, the synopsis was intriguing and of course I was super excited for a female detective as the main character. This story was packed full of action, great character development, vivid details and so much more that I physically couldn’t put it down. While I have read a couple of books by this author this one is definitely my favorite and I can’t wait to see what our author comes up with next.

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Murder in the Lightning Room by A.D. Brazeau – Review by stephanie nicole

Murder in the Lightning RoomMurder in the Lightning Room by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again our author knocks it out of the park. I have read this author before and she is quickly becoming one of my favorites, her writing is just simply amazing and she always manages to keep me on the edge of my seat. This book really had a little bit of everything mystery, intrigue, twists and turns, and of course murder. While I am not much for the historical genre, our author really grabbed my attention with this one. I thought I had it all figured out but by the end of the novel and the authors wonderful plot twists, I was all wrong. So if you need a good mystery to make you think, then pick this one up today.

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1) by Jessica Berg – Review by stephanie nicole

Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1)Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This fun murder mystery really blew me out of the water. I have read a couple of this authors books and personally she is quickly becoming one of my favorites. Every book I have read of hers has been amazing and this one is no different. The characters are well developed, realistic, and bring the story together as a whole. The mystery was just enough to keep you on the edge of your seat while reading this incredible mystery. However not only did the murder mystery help bring this book alive but its also full of nutty relatives, romance, and of course plenty of tea, this book really had it all.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by stephanie nicole

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is not my first novel by this terrific author, but it is by far my favorite. This is one of my new favorite authors and I automatically snap up every thing she releases. Her characters in this one are terrific, well developed, and so easy to relate to that you can’t help but feel all of their emotions. The word building was great, the story line was amazing, and by the end of story I was in tears. But that won’t stop me from picking up the next novel.

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Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by stephanie nicole

Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #1)Watcher by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This amazing paranormal read really blew me away. The writing was simply perfect, with plenty of twists and turns that made this paranormal read unpredictable. The characters were amazing, the chemistry was sizzling, and let’s not forget the forbidden romance. This is the first time that I have read anything by this author but I will definitely be looking for more.

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Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines – Review by stephanie nicole

Taylor's LawTaylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This contemporary romance really blew me out of the water. Personally I love contemporary romances, but If they aren’t your cup of tea, I would personally recommend giving this one a go. Full of romance, secrets, lies and more this one has enough twists and turns to keep anyone on the edge of their seats. The characters are very well developed and realistic, the plot is intriguing, and the cover is just flat out clever. So if your looking for a great new read then look this one up today.

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The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by stephanie nicole

The Secret CureThe Secret Cure by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This gripping physiological thrill had me hooked from page one, I just simply couldn’t put it down. Full of drama, suspense, betrayal, vengeance and more this thriller really had it all. The characters were perfect for the setting of this story, the author’s word building was wonderful, and the story was just twisted enough to keep you guessing the entire time. This isn’t typically my type of book I’m more of a YA or romance girl, however this thriller has definitely opened my eyes to what I’ve been missing.

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by stephanie nicole

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This sweet and intriguing story really has it all, I was half way done with the book before I came to first stopping point and felt like I had only read for twenty minutes. The characters are just simply amazing, sweet, and so realistic that you feel every emotion they are going through. Full of great characters, a small town, love and more this unique story is so good I might just reread it.

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Ballet School Rumours (Amberwood Hall Ballet School Adventure Book 3) by Eleanor Dixon – Review by stephanie nicole

Ballet School Rumours: An Amberwood Hall Ballet School AdventureBallet School Rumours: An Amberwood Hall Ballet School Adventure by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While this is the third book in the series and while I haven’t read the previous two trust me when I say I definitely will. But to ge completely honest I had no idea whay i was in for when it came to this book. Full of ghosts, mystery, drama and more this book definitely kept me intrigued. The characters were very well developed, the plot was interesting and did I mention the beautiful cover? All of this and more is what will have me looking for more from this terrific author.

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Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by stephanie nicole

Sword of Darkness (Vigilant, #3.5)Sword of Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While these books can be read as stand alones, they are so much better read as the series that they are. I personally haven’t read a lot by this author but this book alone makes me want to read more. This fantasy adventure offered so much to keep the reader entertained including magic, fantastic characters, an amazing plots and of course can’t forget about the plot twists. The colors on the cover really pop and draw the reader in, but once you read the first chapter you’ll want to devour every last page. So don’t walk but run and pick up your copy today.

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One Unexpected Gift (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by stephanie nicole

One Unexpected Gift (Band of Sisters)One Unexpected Gift by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This contemporary romance has to be one of the best romances I have read this year. While I have not read the other books in this series trust me when I say that I will be reading them and hoping that they are as good as Nick and Skylars story. Full of fantastic characters, a great story, romance and more you wont want to put this story down.

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The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie – Review by stephanie nicole

The Blood PrinceThe Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book really blew me away, full of great word building, an interesting storyline, and of course intelgent writing this book was phenomenal. While this is the first book that I have read from this author, I just simply couldn’t put it down. The character development was amazing, by specifically wanting Leo grow was just mesmerizing as I furiously flipped the pages for more. So if you need a new read make sure you pick this one up today.

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Twilight’s Spy (Twilight Realm Trilogy Book 1.5) by K.M. Wray – Review by stephanie nicole

Twilight's SpyTwilight’s Spy by K.M. Wray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This next installment to this series was even better then the first. Full of a quest, dragons, elves, emotions, drama, and more I just simply couldn’t not put this fantasy book down. Once again the word building is original, and our author certainly stops at nothing to bring her characters, and story to life. I know personally I can’t wait to see what happens in this terrific series next.

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The Detail by Dana Wayne – Review by stephanie nicole

The DetailThe Detail by Dana Wayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This intense quick read follows the intense tension between both love and crime. Full of suspense, action, personal moments between Jess and Seth, and so much more I just simply couldn’t put this book down. What happens when Jessica and her partner travel to pick up a fugitive? Will the fugitive get away? Will Jessica be able to put her feelings and attraction for Seth to the side? Or will her attraction to her partner get in the way? One way or another you’ll have to read this amazing gripping page turner for yourself to find out.

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Princess of Prias by Courtney Davis – Review by stephanie nicole

Princess of PriasPrincess of Prias by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was an interesting read for me, filled with great word building, fantastic characters, and interesting plot and more I just simply couldn’t put this one down and was halfway through it before I realized it. Our main lead has no idea who or what she is until she becomes an adult, enter a tall handsome male lead to save her from unknown forces and you had me hook, line, and sinker. While I was glad to see us start out on earth I did find it fascinating to look into other worlds from these characters eyes. So of your looking for a great new read make sure you pick this one up today.

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Paige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia – Review by stephanie nicole

Paige and the Reluctant ArtistPaige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As far as romance books go this one really knocks it out of the park. While I usually prefer a duel pov this author did a tremendous job keeping my interest with their third person writing style. The cover of the book and synopsis drew me to this wonderful romance right away, and once I started reading it I couldn’t put it down. The character development was perfect, the plot was interesting and sweet, and the overall story was simply perfection. So if your looking for a sweet romance for your next read then pick this one up today.

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Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls Book 2) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by stephanie nicole

Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls #2)Blood & Vengeance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Let me first start off by saying that this book was just as amazing as I had hoped it would be. When I first saw the cover of this book I knew right away that I had to pick it up and devour it. This is the second novel in this series and I cannot even begin to express how good this series is. This story was dark, intense, full of paranormal romance and so much more. I personally can’t wait to see what this author and series gives us next.

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Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by stephanie nicole

Insatiable Darkness (Vigilant, #0.5)Insatiable Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A young adult supernatural thriller, seemed right up my ally when I first started reading this novel. While I have only read one other book by this author, it was enough to make me come back for more. The cover has beautiful colors that really make it pop, the character development was great, and it was a fantastic short novel to get me put of my reading slump. So whether you are looking for your next read, or your looking for something to get you out of a slump, make sure you pick this one up today.

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Amber Waves of Grace by Jessica Berg – Review By stephanie nicole

Amber Waves of GraceAmber Waves of Grace by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This powerful and inspirational read will definitely keep you turning pages to see how it ends. I personally don’t read books like this very often but with the synopsis and beautiful cover I just couldn’t turn this one away. This author is brand new to me and she provided an inspirational story about a family that can make it through anything, incredible character development, a great plot, and so much more that I couldn’t put it down.

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Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by stephanie nicole

Enchanted in TimeEnchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of my favorite authors has done it again. This magical journey swept me off my feet, and kept me furiously flipping pages until the very end. This story was not only unique, but it had a strong pull that leaves the reader feeling like their in the story. Once again our author delivers a unique story, fantastic characters, and a plot that leaves us wanting to devour everything she writes. So make sure you run out and pick this one up today.

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Death & Mirrors (All Things Dark & Deadly Book 1) by SF Benson – Review by stephanie nicole

Death & Mirrors: All Things Dark & Deadly, Book OneDeath & Mirrors: All Things Dark & Deadly, Book One by S.F. Benson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This unique Alice in wonderland retelling was definitely worth the read. Full of necromancers, magic, a detective, a mythical artifact and more this story really has it all. The plot was fascinating, the characters were unique, it was overall just a perfect retelling. I have only jaut discovered this wonderful author, and if all of her books are as good as this one, then I think i have found a new favorite author.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie review by stephanie nicole

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This a fantastic clean cowboy/ romantic suspense novel, and the first in the series. Once I started this fantastic story I was thrilled that it was the first story in a series. The character development was great, the plot was wonderful, and personally I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with next. I have read a couple other books by this author amd personally she’s becoming a quick favorite. So make sure you run out and pick up this one today.

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Someone Exactly Like Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 1) by Debbie Cromack – Review by stephanie nicole

Someone Exactly Like Me (Wounded Hearts, #1)Someone Exactly Like Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had so much to offer I’m not sure I know where to start. This book was definitely a slow burn full of love, heartbreak, friendships and more. While I have only read a couple of books from this author, she is quickly becoming one of my favorites. When I first saw the cover to this book I knew that I wanted to read it right away, the cover had bright colors and was absolutely beautiful, and not to mention I just love a book where the title comes full circle. The characters were well developed, the plot was wonderful, and the overall story was amazing. So if your looking for a great new slow burn make sure you pick this one up today.

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Saved by Love (Bellevue Bullies Book 7) by Toni Aleo – Review by stephanie nicole

Saved by Love (Bellevue Bullies #7)Saved by Love by Toni Aleo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have just one word for this book….AMAZING. Having never read any part of this series I was originally worried about starting with book seven. However put author provides just amazing characters and details, that even with the cross over characters the story just seemed to click into place. This story was so sweet and definitely knew how to pull on the heart strings. Personally I just really loved it as a whole and I look forward to going back and reading the rest of the series.

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The Colors of Friendship (The Colors Trilogy Book 1) by K.R. Raye – Review by stephanie nicole

The Colors of Friendship (Colors Trilogy, #1)The Colors of Friendship by K.R. Raye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was full of diverse characters, friendships, a terrific plot, a beautiful cover and so much more. I have personally never read anything by this author before but after reading this one. I will be on the lookout for more. Their writing style was unique, their character development was terrific, and overall the story was amazing. Full of a hopless romantic, a jerk the size of Texas, and friends that will do anything to protect each other this book was impossible to put down.

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The Prospect of Death (An Alyssa Chalmers Cozy Mystery) by Carmen Radtke – Review by stephanie nicole

The Prospect of Death (Alyssa Chalmers mysteries, #2)The Prospect of Death by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was definitely an interesting read, I normally don’t read books like this but this one had such an integrating cover and synopsis that I couldn’t resist. This is my first time reading this author, but it won’t be my last. The plot was intriguing, the word development was great, and the characters were unique and well developed. So if your looking for a great new book to read, make sure to pick this one up today.

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No Pistol Tastes the Same (PTSD Disaster Book 1) by Jacob Paul Patchen – Review by stephanie nicole

No Pistol Tastes the SameNo Pistol Tastes the Same by Jacob Paul Patchen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author really knows how to pull on the heart strings and make you feel so much emotion that you wont know if you should love them or hate them. Being the daughter of a veteran with PTSD I knew this would be a difficult one to get through but boy am I glad I picked it up. The characters and storyline really took me on an emotional ride that made me understand this illness so much better. Not only that but this storyline was very well developed and relatable. Personally while I have never read anything by this author before I will definitely be on the lookout for more.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by stephanie nicole

The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was an interesting YA romance to say the least. I originally picked up this book due to the eye catching front cover, amd the interesting synopsis. However upon starting this book I couldn’t consume it fast enough. This book had so many emotions it made me laugh, made me cry, it even made me go back to my teenage years. The characters are so realistic, and the plot line has you feeling like your walking along side the characters in high school. So if your looking for a great new read, make sure to pick this up today.

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