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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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

Imperfectly Yours by Anise Storm
Five Stars

This is the second book in the Titans of Manhattan series, and this book made this author a one click author for me. Anton and Elsa’s story has all the feels. I loved the first book in this series, but this book is even better. This power couple have a fairytale beginning, but cracks emerge that they may not be able to overcome. This amazing story had me reading long into the night, I just couldn’t put it down. I’m really looking forward to the rest of the book in this series.
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Slick Running (Satan’s Devils MC #3) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Slick Running by Manda Mellett

Narrated by Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister

Five Stars

 

This is the third book in the Satan’s Devils Mc series by this author. All of the books have been FIVE + stars for me. If you like MC’s you should read/listen to all of the books in this series and the spin offs. Slick and Ella are my new favorite couple of this MC club. The stories is full of a rough bike lifestyle, so it is not for the faint of heart. 

 

Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister do a great job bringing the characters to life. Their voices are easy on the ears and they blend amazingly well together. I highly recommend these audibles and look forward to the next great listen by this author.

 

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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

States of Grace: A Grace Locke Mystery by Mandy
Miller
Five Stars
This is my first read of 2022, and I can tell you that I started this year out with a Big Bang. For a debut book this author hit this one out of the park. This book if full of action. Once I picked the book up, I couldn’t put it down until I finished. Grace Locke is a gritty lawyer/veteran who has been through some hard times. This author has really brought Grace to life and the story is so detailed it made me feel like I was right there with Grace chasing down the truth. I look forward to reading a lot more Grace Locke books in the future. Now, if I can just keep five star reading picks up for the rest of this year I will be in beaver.
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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
Four Stars

Do you know when you have a really good book? I know when an author really engages my emotions. This book had me laughing a little and crying a lot. It was beautifully written. The characters were bold and detailed. The subject matter on bullying was described well by the author, but really made me emotional with my thoughts. This book had all the feels and then some. That is why this author is one of my favorites with her angsty reads.

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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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

Unlikely To Stay by Olivia Sherwood
Five Stars

Unlikely To Stay is the third book in the Parker Lake series by Olivia Sherwood . This book can be read as a stand alone, but I would highly recommend reading this series in order. The Parker Lake series is one of my top ten series I have read. The characters are believable and down to earth. This book features CC, who is the town beautician who has a confidence problem and Brant, who is a nurse practitioner that moved to Parker Lake to get his student loans paid off. Both are afraid of commitment, but the chemistry between the two is off the charts. Will they be able to overcome their issues, or will they go their separate ways? I highly recommend this book, series and author.
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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel AUDIO BOOK by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Hanging Softly in the Night, A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso Sierra

Narrated by Charles Kahlenberg

 

This is a new author and series to me. I thoroughly enjoyed this story that kept me guessing until the end. It definitely can be listened to as a stand-alone, but I’m looking forward to listening to the rest of the books in this series. This book was filled with mystery and kept me listening long into the night. 

The narrator of this book is also new to me. At first, I wasn’t sure if I could listen to the whole book, but after about a chapter the narrator grew on me. It had just been quite a while since I listen to a book with one narrator. Lately I have listened to duet narration. This book really took on a life of its own once I got into the storyline.

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Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3) by Anna Paige – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3)Embracing Jared by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Embracing Jared (Thrill Of the Chase Book 3) by Anna Paige
Five Stars

I freaking love this series. This author writes amazingly descriptive characters and this book is no exception. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend you read the series in order to get the full dynamic of this series. It is well worth you time and money because it is an awesome series. As in the first two books, this book is full of all the feels. I was crying, laughing and wholeheartedly touched by this story. Jared is a rock god and Madison is caring for Jared’s father. It makes for some sizzling hot scenes, but also delves into deep issues of elder care. This book is in my top five reads of the year. I can’t wait to see what this author will bring us next.

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King Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 6) by India Kells – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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King Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #6)King Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

King Bastard: A Dark Sparrow Novel by India Kells
Five Stars

This is one of my all time favorite series by this author. I have been waiting to get my hands on this last installment and find out how this all ends. This is Lazarus and Sasha’s story. This book like the rest of the series is full of mystery, action and white hot sizzling passion. It has been a wild ride with the Bastards, each has a place in my heart. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend you read the series in order. It will be well worth your time to get the whole backstory. This is definitely a 5+ Stars Book.

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A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, #5)A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Cold Creek Christmas: A Single Dad Small Town Holiday Novella
(Reigning Hearts Book 5) by K.G. Fletcher
Five Stars

This is the perfect Christmas story…. it really had my emotions going up and down. This is Amber and Gio’s story, and though it was short it was so sweet. This whole series is amazing, but I was hoping Amber would get her story. It was definitely worth the wait. This is my favorite Christmas book this season. I was laughing out loud one minute and reaching for a tissue the next. A perfect blend of Sweet and Snappy!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price AUDIO BOOK by C. L. Schneider – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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The Crown of Stones: Magic Price by C.L. Schneider 

Narrated by Joey S. Bosco

Five  Stars

This is the first book in the Crown of Stones trilogy. Magic Price is the amazing beginning of this awesome series. Ian Troy is a Soldier Shinree. When he finds and uses the Crown Of Stones, his life spins out of control. After ten years of running, he must make a difficult decision to lead the resistance and learn to harness the magic to save the Realm and his people, the Shinree. He learns the truths about his heritage. The world that Schneider created with this trilogy is truly brilliant, so detailed it feels like you are part of what’s happening and can personally interact with the characters because you know them so well. 

This is the first book I have listened to by this narrator. He really makes the story amazingly lifelike. I enjoyed his voice and inflections of the different characters. I have read these books before I got the Audiobook, but I appreciate the story more with the audio. I recommend this trilogy to anyone who loves sci-fi, fantasy or just plain action adventure. I suggest if you’re going to read it start at the beginning with The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price, Magic-Scars and finally Magic-Borne. This series is amazing and magical!

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Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Drummer’s Beat by Manda Mellett
Narrated by Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister
Five Stars

This book is an awesome listen. This is the second book in the Satan’s Devils series. This is Drummer and Sam’s story. Drummer is the MC President and Sam is the headstrong lady on a mission to meet her father. This is what brought them together…
Sam is so strong and a great match for Drum. The MC storyline is dark and dangerous.
The narration was flawless. Sierra and Logan’s voices blended together and brought the characters to life. Just a great overall listen.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This short children’s book is wonderful. I would say that it is a book for all ages, and it has a profound message. The illustrations are lovely. Everyone should strive to find greatness in not only the world around them, but mostly within themselves. I look forward to reading this book to my nieces and nephew.

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Conveniently Yours (Titans Of Manhattan BOOK 1) by Anise Storm – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Conveniently Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #1)Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is an amazing read. This author is new to me, so I didn’t know what I would find, but I’m definitely hooked after reading this first book. I can’t wait to jump into the next book in the series. This book is a fast paced read. The characters are detailed and easy to feel like you know them. The storyline is original and kept me reading long into the night. Paisley and Caspian have great chemistry and this story has some sizzling love scenes. I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading the next one in this series.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
Five Stars

Fate, Frankincense & Funerals is a very short and totally awesome story by Naomi Valkyrie. Ms. Valkyrie is a go to author for me. She never fails to amaze with the details and descriptions she weaves into her stories. This book packed a detailed plot, amazing characters into 57 pages. Ms. Valkyrie made death beautiful. I would love more short stories from Kharon!

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LUKE (DEFAULT DISTRACTION #4) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Luke (Default Distraction #4)Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luke by A.S. Roberts
Five Stars

Luke is the fourth book in the Default Distraction series by A.S. Roberts. This series just keeps getting better and better. This last book has left me with a book hangover. I just can’t seem to let the story go. Luke’s story is is both heartbreaking and heartwarming and had my emotions all over the place. Ms. Roberts is detailed in her character description and she really put in all of the feels. This is my favorite book of the year. I look forward to reading more from Ms. Roberts.

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Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Unlikely to Fit (A Parker Lake Novel Book 2)Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
Four Stars

Unlikely to Fit is the second book in the Parker Lake Series by Olivia Sherwood. This Rom/Com had me laughing out loud sometimes and had me reaching for my box of tissues at other times. This book should be read after the first book just so you get the whole picture in the series. I think this is my new favorite by Ms. Sherwood. This story flowed from beginning to end and I just couldn’t put it down. This book features Breckinridge Henderson, who just moved back home with her husband. He decides to start a relationship with the head cheerleader. So, Breckin is not looking for love after having her heart broken. Griffin Stephens had a bad relationship years ago that he just can’t get over, so he is not looking for love either. When they meet, the chemistry is hot. Will they get over their trust issues and come together at the end? This was such a fun book to read and the secondary characters are wonderful. I hope we get a book about each of her friends. I highly recommend this book, series and author.
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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors (Book 3) AUDIO BOOK by C. L. Schneider – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors Audio Book by C.L. Schneider

Narrated by Cassandra L. King

Five Stars

 

Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors is the third book in the Nite Fire Series by C.L. Schneider. This book can be read as a standalone but I would recommend you read this series in order because C.L. Schneider is such a great storyteller and world builder that you definitely won’t want to miss all the great backstory. This story is full of action and adventures. The characters are fantastic and so detailed it feels like you are investigating right alongside them. This book is a real roller coaster of a ride, so buckle up and jump on this wonderful ride.

This book is also narrated by Cassandra L. King, like the first two books. I love the tone of her voice and she really brings the characters to life. I can’t wait to listen to the next installment.

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Rock Me To The Top (Gracefall: Vicious Love Tour) by Victoria Zak – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Rock Me To The Top (Gracefall: Vicious Love Tour Book One)Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rock Me to the Top: A Gracefall Rock Star Romance by Victoria Zak
Five Stars

Rock Me to the Top: A Gracefall Rock Star Romance is the first book in the Gracefall: Vicious Tour Series by Victoria Zak. This is the first book I have read by Ms. Zak, but definitely won’t be the last. I can’t wait to get my hands on the second book in this series. The characters in this book are down to earth and very relatable for a rockstar romance. Joe and Mel are electric and sweet, sexy and true friends. This was a perfect read for a lazy afternoon. It left me feeling good and I highly recommend it.

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Whisper Creek: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7 by Valerie Davisson – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Whisper Creek (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7)Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
Four Stars

Whisper Creek is the seventh book in the Logan McKenna Mystery series by Valerie Davisson. This, like the other books in this series, grabbed my attention from the very first page. This book can be read as a stand also, but I recommend you read this series in order. These books keep getting better and better. Logan is on the hunt again to catch a killer. This story is full of action and suspense, and it will keep you guessing right to the end. I really enjoy this series and can’t wait to read the next book.

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Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Stand Your GroundStand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
Four Stars

Stand Your Ground is a crime thriller which involve current issues plaguing the US today. The story is fast paced and grabbed my attention from beginning to end. This is my new favorite book by A.J. Ullman. This book features Cady Fox, a lawyer claiming the ladder, who runs into trouble one night while riding her bike home. She is confronted on her way home by a black man and feels her life is in danger. She feels the need to protect herself and shoots the man. The story revolves around public outrage and an investigator who just can’t accept any more claims of white privilege. The story delves into issues that may cause people to disagree with the author’s views, but the story was well written and the characters had great depth. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more from this author.

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Ye Gods! The Law is an Ass! (Donovan Trait Book 2) by Seelie Kay – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Ye Gods! The Law is an Ass!Ye Gods! The Law is an Ass! by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ye Gods! The Law is an Ass! by Seelie Kay
Five Stars

Ye Gods! The Law is an Ass! is the second book in the Donovan Trait series by Seelie Kay. Seelie Kay is one of my go to authors. I absolutely love the humor she adds to the serious situations her characters are in. Make sure you have read First, We Kill All the Lawyers before starting this book to get the full effect of what’s going on in this story. Donovan and Shirley are about to tie the knot and things go sideways. That’s all you get from me. Read the story. You definitely won’t be disappointed. It is a great fall read!

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DATING THE INTERN by Natalina Reis – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Dating the It GuyDating the It Guy by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dating the It Guy by Krysten Lindsay Hager
Four Stars

Dating the It Guy is a YA, High School Coming of Age story by Krysten Lindsay Hager. This is the first book I have read by this author, but it definitely won’t be the last. The characters are amazingly detailed and the emotions had me all over the place. I was laughing one minute and reaching for a tissue the next. This is one book I couldn’t put down, it brought back memories of my high school time many years ago. I would recommend this book to anyone no matter their age. I look forward to reading more from Ms. Hager.

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Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Swindler's RevengeSwindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
Five Stars

Swindler’s Revenge is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal Mysteries series by Ellen Butler. This series keeps getting better and better as they continue. Karina is on the hunt again. This time to help her ex, Mike, out of the trouble he is in with the FBI. This series can be read as standalones, but I highly recommend they be read in order to get the full effect of the backstory. I absolutely adore the way Ms. Butler injects a bit of humor into her stories. This one had me laughing out loud at the same time guessing how it was going to end. This is my new favorite of this series. I highly recommend this book, series and author. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book.
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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out by Amy McKinley
Five Stars

No Way Out: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance is the first book in the Mafia Elite Series by Amy McKinley. What a powerful read. Ms. McKinley is one of my go to authors and I have enjoyed everything I have read by her, but this is by far my absolutely my favorite. At first, I thought it was going to be confusing with all the characters mentioned before the story started. It turned out to be a good reference, but the story was gripping and held me from beginning to end. Max and Liliana have hot, hot, hot chemistry. I can’t wait to get the book in this series. Excellent, Best Read Of 2021 so far.

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A Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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A Natural PassionA Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly
Four Stars

A Natural Passion is a short story with a cause running through it. I have read a few books by Ms. Mannersly and this one is my favorite. I love stories that have preservation of animals, and this hit the spot. This was a fast read, about an hour and a half, but it was just what I needed on a lazy Sunday Afternoon. Dylan and Kyra have chemistry, but it took a while for them to figure it out. This was a really enjoyable read.
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Something Lost (Funerals and Weddings Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Something LostSomething Lost by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Something Lost by Bernadette Marie
Four Stars

Something Lost is the first book in the Funerals and Weddings series by Bernadette Marie. This book had my attention from the very first page. The Fab 5 are brought together by their college coach’s funeral, it also brought Craig and Rachel, coach’s daughter, back together. This book had all the feels, and I love the way this author hooks you for the whole series with the fantastic bits of backstory about each of the Fab 5. This was a great read for a fall afternoon, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great romance. I look forward to reading the rest of the books in this series.

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Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Dire's ClubDire’s Club by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard
Five Star

Dire’s Club is an emotionally gut wrenching story that will have you reaching for the tissue box one minute and smiling the next. The characters are amazing and well written. The topic of death is not an easy one, but this author really expressed it well. The story flowed and was an emotional refreshing for me. This is the first book I have read by Ms Packard, but definitely won’t be the last.

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DATING THE INTERN by Natalina Reis – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Dating the InternDating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis
Five Stars

Dating the Intern is Natalina Reis’ new romcom, and my new favorite book of hers. She is one of my go to authors. I like her writing style, and her attention to details. This book held my attention from beginning to end. My emotions were all over the place with this one. My thoughts are that it is a great book, if it makes you laugh out loud or sob like a baby. This book did both. Ivory and Li-Qiang are great characters with some hot chemistry. This book was just what I needed to de-stress for a few hours. Looking forward to reading more from Ms. Reis in the future.

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Turning Wheels (Satan’s Devils MC #1) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Turning Wheels by Manda Mellett

Narrated by Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister

Five Stars

 

Turning Wheels is the first book in Satan’s Devil’s MC: A Blood Brothers Spinoff,  by Manda Mellett. Manda Mellett is one of my one click authors. This is one of my favorite books of hers. Sophie and Wraith have amazing chemistry, but the other brothers in the club really give depth to the story. Their stories are something I’m looking forward to. 

Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister are new to me narrators. I really enjoyed the way they brought the characters to life and their voices blended well together. I look forward to listening to more books by these two. This book is definitely a five star listen.

HER DARK LOVE (DARK SPELL SERIES Book 4) by ISRA SRAVENHEART – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Her Dark Love (Dark Spell #4)Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
Four Stars

Her Dark Love is the fourth book in the Dark Spell series by Isra Sravenheart. This is one series that should definitely be read in order to get the full effect of what is happening. The writing is original and very detailed. There are many characters and each is portrayed with detail. This book brings us back to the beginning of Isra’s story and how she found herself on the path she is currently on. I truly enjoyed this whole series, but I think this is my favorite book so far. I can’t wait to see what will happen in the next book.

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