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An Unexpected Sequel (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 4) by Heather Silvio – Review by Susan Mowdy

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An Unexpected Sequel (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 4)An Unexpected Sequel by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely love this series. It’s one of those series that has you wanting to read more and more!

Robin is a witch who is bound to serve Barbara and has for the past 5 years. Barbara wants Robin to kill the camera man, Jackson, and struggles with fulfilling this order. When she tells her she’s not going to do it, Barbara hires out and ups the deadline to carry out this order. Now Robin’s clock is ticking to fix the chaos around her.

I love how well rounded all the characters are and the twists and turns in the plot keep you guessing. This series is a great weekend binge!

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Shattered (The Torzial Affair Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Shattered (The Torzial Affair Book 1)Shattered by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have never read anything by Via Mari prior to reading Shattered and OMG I have to go read all of her works!

This is about Jenny and Brian. I will say it could be a trigger from some but the author wrote it so beautifully (best way I can describe it) and not in a brutal way. She has literally been through so much that you would think it would just break her but she is the owner of her own consulting company. Brian is an heir to the Carrington Steel company. He feels that women only want him for one thing she he guards his heart. Their two very different worlds are about to come together and take you on one heck of a rollercoaster ride!

This book grabbed me from the very beginning and it still hasn’t let me go. I’m so excited to read more!

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Hoosier Dad by Elizabeth Seckman – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Hoosier DadHoosier Dad by Elizabeth Seckman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hoosier Dad is the first book I have read by Elizabeth Seckman and it hooked me from the very beginning. The title alone had me hooked since I live in Indiana so I had to dive in to see what it was all about.

Sarah and Richland were a joy to read. She is a lawyer who is now back and practicing law in her hometown. Rick works in construction and has 2 daughters that he loves very much. Unfortunately he is now face with a custody battle over them and turns to Sarah to help him out. As the time they spend together fighting custody, Rich falls in love with Sarah and who wouldn’t. She’s smart, independent, and the chemistry between the two jumps off the page at you.

I loved everything about this story. Even the secondary characters were amazing to read. Beautiful story and highly recommended!

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Jake the Growling Dog (Jake the Growling Dog Book 1) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Jake the Growling DogJake the Growling Dog by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! My young kids loved this book.We will read this again and again. The lessons that it teaches children like love and compassion I haven’t seen anywhere else! This hooked my younger kids from start to finish and they can’t wait for the next adventures!

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Out of the Box Collection by Jennifer Theriot – Review by Susan Mowdy

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

Out of the Box Collection was an absolute beautiful read! This will tug at your heartstring and the emotions you’ll experience is like riding a rollercoaster so I suggest to have tissues nearby! Jennifer Theriot has a way of consuming you into her world and this book won’t let you up even when the emotions get real!

This is one of those stories that you cannot simply finish reading and walk away. It puts many things into perspective about your own life and family.

We follow the lives of Olivia and Ash. Olivia’s husband has left her which was completely heart breaking but she’s trying to prove her independence. Ash is a man that has completely enthralled Olivia and he finds himself having feelings himself but will they act on it?

This is one of those books that I’ll read over and over again. It was beautiful as it was emotional and highly recommended

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Secure Desire: A Chase Group Story by R.L. Dunn – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Secure DesireSecure Desire by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secure Desire is one action – packed romantic suspense novel. It gives you everything from action, violence, twists and turns, and everything you would want in this genre!

Ian Chase is an Ex Navy SEAL and now head the Chase Group which is a billion dollar security firm. Imagine to his surprise when his brief encounter with a very engaged art historian that he had six years prior suddenly pops back into her life.

Cassiopeia Ellis is no longer engaged and even though she suffers from amnesia, she remembers meeting Ian all those years ago. This is a good thing but it also scares the crap out of her. He has appeared in her life when someone out there wants her dead.

This book had me at the edge of my seat THE WHOLE TIME! It was such a thrilling ride and I can’t wait to dive into book 2!

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Past Storm and Fire by Christy Nicholas – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Past Storm and FirePast Storm and Fire by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me hooked just by reading the synopsis! It sounded so different than anything Ive read before so this was a must read!

Val was such an amazing character. She’s hitting a rough patch in her life and she’s turned to writing a romance novel that takes place in Iceland. This is her escape. She was able to create a world in which she can escape the issues in her life but all of a sudden the lines between her world and the fictional one she’s made up start to cross each other.

The story was straight up brilliant. It gave you all the feels and left me with a slight book hangover!

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That’s a Wrap (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 3) by Heather Silvio – Review by Susan Mowdy

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That's a Wrap (Paranormal Talent Agency, #3)That’s a Wrap by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely love this series. They are just nice quick reads that suck you into this awesome world that Heather Silvio has created.

Mia is a Nixie working for an acting company in Las Vegas. When one of her actors is murdered on a Facebook live, she sets out to find the truth because she believes something supernatural is behind the murder. She needs to keep what she is hidden as she sets out to find the killer.

Heather Silvio has a way with words. The way she describes everything gives you the clearest picture as you read. She doesn’t leave you guessing on what something or someone might look like! This series is definitely one that should be on everyones must read list!

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Impact: Twisted Hearts Love Story by Autumn Sand – Review by Susan Mowdy

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

This author and this series has a way of hooking you and not letting you go. It’s so easy to get sucked into Autumn Sand’s books and never want to leave.

This is book 4 in the Twisted Hearts series and it’s Manny’s book. I love how it goes back and forth between now and then in Manny’s life. You really get to see how hard Manny’s life has been and how he’s pulled himself out of a living situation that could’ve caused him an early death. Manny’s love for his special girl is definitely not something I’ve read before but their journey to their HEA was one that will stick with me for a long time. She’s smart and independent and Manny will do anything to protect her!

This is one breath taking series that I highly recommend!

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The Queen of Witches (Wheel of Crowns Book 2) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Susan Mowdy

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The Queen of Witches (Wheel of Crowns Book 2)The Queen of Witches by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the paranormal series that hooked me this year and it hasn’t let go. Its TOTALLY different from anything I have from the genre and its the best!

This book, omg this series, will hook you from the beginning! We have Charli. Crazy things are happening to her and two hot strangers appear in her town to teach her what’s happening but danger is ahead and who will she trust?!?

Omg this series has hooked me! It’s action with hints of romance. It’s everything you want in a series. I can’t wait for more!

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Temptation and Seduction by L.M. Mountford – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Temptation and SeductionTemptation and Seduction by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

OOOWEE! This was one hot and steamy read. This is a collaboration of hot short stories. These stories will appeal to anyone looking for something fast and different. They range from Mafia, friends to lovers, forbidden, and etc. There is something for everyone!

Each story definitely packed a punch and I loved each of them on their own. The only thing that I would’ve loved is if each of these stories were full length books and not short stories. They had me hooked and I was dying for more!

These are great if you have limited reading time or just looking for something fast to read!

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Perfectly Played by Holly Kerr – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Perfectly PlayedPerfectly Played by Holly Kerr
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m a sucker for romantic comedies and I loved this one by Holly Kerr. Normally you see a book with someone jilted at the alter but this one had 2. Flora dumped her fiancé and Dean was dumped by his. Both travel to Vegas just to get away and have a one night stand together but is one night enough for them to fall in love?

I loved this book. Its the first book I’ve read by Holly Kerr and I want to go read everything else she’s written. Her characters are amazingly written and the chemistry was off the charts. This book is a great weekend read!

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Wild Heart (Hollywood Hearts Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Wild Heart (Hollywood Hearts, #4)Wild Heart by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book by Belinda Williams that I have read and I wasn’t disappointed! The story was fully entertaining with twists and turns and a couple that is too hot with chemistry. The author has a way of making you love the character’s she writes even the ones that might annoys you.

Faith and Cole are a match made in heaven. They fell in love 20 years ago but unfortunately it didn’t work out. Now he’s going to be in a movie that Faith is directing and acting in and he’s ready to try again with her. Faith is one of those character’s that’s rough on the outside but it hides her mushy interior. She has had it rough so the walls needed but these two together after so long is amazing to read!

I absolutely loved this book and I can’t wait for more!

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The Werewolf Queen (Wheel of Crowns Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Susan Mowdy

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The Werewolf Queen (Wheel of Crowns Book 1)The Werewolf Queen by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me completely intrigued from the synopsis alone and the story itself sucked me in. This is the first book I’ve read from this author and she has totally made it on my one-click list!

I love a good paranormal story. The storyline is something I’ve never read. I love original ideas and this one was perfection! Its one of those books that you have to physically slow down while reading it so you can prolong your enjoyment!

The story was action-packed, fast paced, romantic, and everything you would want in a book. There aren’t enough words to even give this book justice. I’m very excited to dive into book 2!

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Operation Boyfriend by Molly Zenk – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Operation BoyfriendOperation Boyfriend by Molly Zenk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read by Molly Zenk and I enjoyed it. Operation Boyfriend is a New Adult romance story about Glynnis who has had zero luck in the relationship department. We see her navigate through her college life and the ups and downs of social media. Two guys come into her life that throw her for a loop. One is quirky and awkward while the other is smooth and successful (just her type) but not everyone and everything is as it appears. Who will she pick?

I loved this story. Before diving into it I thought it was going to be a clear cut and dry story, like I knew exactly what would happen. Miss Zenk definitely threw in some twists and turns I didn’t see coming. This is definitely a must read and I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Hawke (Men of Syn Book 1) by Anise Storm – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Hawke (Men of Syn, #1)Hawke by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Men of Syn series and the first book that I’ve read from Anise Storm and I completely loved it. The blurb itself intrigued me and the story itself hooked me. I would say this is romantic suspense with a bit of heat thrown in.

Charlotte is the biggest up and coming party planner. If you need a party planned, you get her. A year earlier she decided to finally explore her submissive side and it was a total embarrassing flub so she shut down that part of her life. A year later, she is hired to play a party by the Dom that topped her that horrible night. Hawke now has his sights on her as well as a killer well. Thats when everything gets really exciting.

I loved this first book of this series and I’m so excited to dig more into it. This is a definite one-click!

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Reset to One (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 2) by Heather Silvio – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Reset to One (Paranormal Talent Agency, #2)Reset to One by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve quickly fallen into this series. This series is such a light hearted fun read that will hook you instantly.

I loved reading about Evie and Ryan. He believes his friends is being framed for murdering his wife. Evie is more of a pessimist but teamed up with Ryan to investigate. Life (whether it be normal or paranormal) has a way of throwing wrenches into plans and ex’s seem to be popping up as Evie and Ryan’s chemistry grows as they solve the mystery.

This story can be read as a standalone but with the crossing of characters, I would suggest that the series should be read in order and I promise you’ll love it.

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Susan Mowdy

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

This is hands down one of my all time favorite series! Each book is beautifully written. The characters are amazing. It’s always like coming home! The one thing I love is that yes it’s a series about swingers but the stories are spell bounding and emotional. It’s not all sex but there are some truly steamy sexy times.

Luke is in the worse loveless marriage. OMG every time his wife was in a scene I literally got all stabby! He’s a good friend of Cap’s and was invited to the club where he meets Casey Fontaine’s sister Connie. The attraction was instant but both people have major hurdles to overcome.

This book had so many twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. The blooming love between Luke and Connie was beautiful and the drama will have you on the edge of your seat. Phoebe Alexander is a beautiful writer who is the master of sucking you into the world she creates!

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

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

This series is probably my favorite reads this year. This series is so different from anything I’ve read. I love the characters and seeing where they take me in every book!

So the newest member of the Green Room is Kitty. She recently died leaving her second husband and 2 kids behind. When she was alive, she was one that lived life to the fullest and even now that she’s passed on she still wants to live it up to the fullest but to help her family as well. She enlists the character’s in the Green Room to help her accomplish her goals.

This whole series is an amazing read. It’s such a humorous way to look at the afterlife. This series can brighten up even the worst of days and these books keep getting better and better!

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Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster Book 2) by Kelly Mooney – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2)Me and Cinderella by Kelly Mooney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

AHHH!
Omg I think I loved this book even more than I loved the first one and I loved that one. I didn’t think it could’ve been topped but I apparently was wrong!

Eli has finally returned home because in a just a few short weeks his father will be released from prison. When he returned home to help his family out was the girl he left 9 years ago. He’s always had a thing for Remy but never acted on it until now. She’s always been considered off limits until now….

I loved every aspect of this story. Eli is an incredibly loving family man and the sparks between him and Remy are explosive. Kelly Mooney hit this one out of the park!

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Pandora’s Price (Hart & Cole Book 3) by Sacha T. Y. Fortune – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Pandora's Price (Hart & Cole Book 3)Pandora’s Price by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series has completely hooked me from the very beginning to the point I’m slightly obsessed with it. This is book 3 in the Hart & Cole dynamic series and it blew me away!

In this book we dive more into Darren and Luisa’s marriage. Their marriage has a lot of ups and downs but what marriage doesn’t but their story will captivate you. It’s not an easy story to read emotionally but I loved every single page of it.

Miss Fortune has a beautiful way with words. This series is such a griping read. I’ve been hooked since book one and I’m dying for more. DEFINITELY don’t read as a standalone. There is so much story in the other books that they need to be read in order. This author has made my top must read list!

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Taming the Troublemaker (The Hills of Texas Book 3) by Kadie Scott – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Taming the Troublemaker (Hills of Texas, #3)Taming the Troublemaker by Kadie Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quick and cute read. Perfect for a relaxing weekend binge read.

Beth is a small town school teacher who has a child in her class that is having a difficult time. She struggles tryin to reach out and solve the problem. Then we have Autry. The cowboy that can’t be tied down to any woman and many have tried. He makes a bet with his father that he can remain celibate for 6 months. Being the good guy he is, Beth ropes him in to help be a positive role model for the student in her class. The bet Autry made would’ve been easier if he wasn’t spending so much time with Beth and those pesky feelings start to rise.

I absolutely adored this book and I’m dying to read the others. Kadie Scott is a definite one click author!

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Gamble on a Cowboy by Melissa Keir – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Gamble on a CowboyGamble on a Cowboy by Melissa Keir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book contains two stories that will completely tug at your heartstrings and will put a smile on your face at the end. I loved following the journey of these characters and the roller coaster they are on. There was a good balance between sweet / sexy and heart breaking moments. The story and the characters were very well rounded. The writing was so beautifully done. I loved every second of being sucked up into these stories and it made me want more!

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Everyday EnchantmentsEveryday Enchantments by Maria F. DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This read was different but no less needed. This was a maybe self help book I didn’t know i needed in life until I read it. This book had me escape from my own life and just let me be.

I can’t tell anyone the calming effect of this book or the way it just calms you. I wasn’t expecting this book but it made my extremely stressful life better

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The Dirty Rooster by Kelly Mooney – Review by Susan Mowdy

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The Dirty RoosterThe Dirty Rooster by Kelly Mooney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This has been the book I’ve been searching for lately, It has drama, humor, and the love I was searching for!

I loved Summer! She’s driven and has dreams she wants to make real but she’s a hopeless romantic which I loved. Preston’s family owns the hotel in which she’s working as a maid for the summer. He has a bad taste in relationships so he deals with the no strings attached kind but Summer has a way about her! She gives a good challenge that can throw his rules out the window!

I loved everything about this book. This book had me hooked because I love humor and romance and I can’t wait to see more in this series and from the author

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Lights, Camera, Action (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Lights, Camera, Action (Paranormal Talent Agency, #1)Lights, Camera, Action by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book from this author I have read and I fell in love. This is a light and quick read that captivated me from the get go!

This was a great super fast read and I can’t wait for more. It was a mysterious who-done-it type of read where I was guessing the whole time until the end! I was in a massive book slump and this short read took me out of it! I’m so excited to experience the next book!

 

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If the Shoe Fits (The Liberty Lawrence Series Book 3) by Bea Stevens – Review by Susan Mowdy

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If The Shoe Fits... (The Liberty Lawrence Series Book #3)If The Shoe Fits… by Bea Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I won’t lie this is a series I’ve become obsessed with! This is the 3rd book in the Liberty Lawrence series and even though it reads as a standalone, it’s one of those I would suggest to read from the very beginning. Not only because it’s AWESOME but it gives a lot of character details that I love!

Libby has to be one of my fav Heroine’s ever. She beautifully awkward but also just beautiful. She’s completely relatable and I love her. Reading book 3 is like catching up with an old friend that you love.

She has a new job, one she loves, but not the boss but things aren’t adding up and she’s wants to find the truth behind it all!

I have loved this series from the beginning. Libby is completely relatively relatable and I always get excited when solving crime. I’m dying for book 4

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A Wicked Earl’s Widow (Once Upon A Widow Book 2) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Susan Mowdy

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The Wicked Earl's WidowThe Wicked Earl’s Widow by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was totally unexpected an WOW! Normally I shy away from these type of books but this one had me hooked!

Eliza endures so much, an ass of a father and a dead husband. Things don’t look good for her BUT enter Nathanial. He’s completely shrewd and rude and Eliza’s next husband because Dad is close to financial ruin. OMG the chemistry, the want, THE EVERYTHING between these two were amazing and then some! I refuse to give away details but the love story needs to speak for itself!

I have fallen in love with this author and this series. I’m on my knees dying for more!

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely Book 2) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely #2)Yearning Young by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yearning Young is the second book in the Burning Britely series and I became completely obsessed with it! Its such a beautiful coming of age story that gives you all the feels and then some!

This book is written in Braeden’s POV. He has so much going on in his life and it’s completely weighing him down. Jeff is his anchor. Their connection strengthens throughout the book but the challenges that Braeden faces make him question a lot of things. His home life is rough to say the least and Jeff’s friends questions his feelings towards Jeff. You can’t help but fall head over heals for Braeden and find yourself rooting for him and the issues he faces.

This is one of the most beautiful and poignant series I have read in a long time. This should definitely be on everyone’s must read list!

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants (#2)Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have absolutely fallen in love with this series. Lost in Love is the second book in the Miss Apple Pants series and it was such a fantastic, trendy read. It has everything you want in a story from love, humor, friends, a dash of drama, and anything else you can think of.

I met Ella in the first book and I feel like she’s come a long way since that story. She has done so much growing up and you can’t help but just love her and the people around her. There are some big decisions that she needs to make in this story (I won’t give any hints).

Miss Roth writes such light and engaging stories and I love being sucked into them every time. I cannot wait for more!

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