Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Action packed and just plain fun. This book continues to meet and exceed my expectations of Silvio and this series. Wonderful characters, fast paced plot – Silvio kept me guessing in the best possible way. This series is a definite must read!
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Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark (Paranormal Talent Agency, #5) by Heather Silvio was the story in this series that I was most excited to read. Something about Barbara Knollman’s character lurking in the previous books called to me to know her story and what exactly makes her tick. The suspense elements in Jumping the Shark were exactly on point and created an intriguing read while giving more depth for Barbara just like I secretly wanted. This is definitely my favorite book of the series and Heather Silvio wrote a stunning story that added just what was needed in this great series.
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Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark is the 5th book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series and I thought it was a great read. I was pulled in from page one and it kept me interested throughout the whole thing. This book was about a demon named Barbara and her run for mayor. In her current position she is in control of the paranormal underground in the Vegas region. But a different supernatural won as mayor she could possibly lose that position. On her way to a debate, Barbara learns that the bus she was meant to be on was involved in an accident and no one survived. Was someone trying to kill the people in the running for mayor or was it purely an accident? She decides to work with the Paranormal Talent Agency to try and prove that it wasn’t an accident after all.
I enjoyed this book and thought it was a good addition to the series. I am looking forward to reading more books by this author.
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
5-stars
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio is another phenomenal read in her Paranormal Talent Agency Series! Having read the previous books I can honestly say that they can be read as standalones, however, I would suggest reading them in order as each new book relates to a previous one.
This book and series is one I can and will always recommend, it’s a one of a kind paranormal series with great storylines that will be sure to keep you entertained. There’s honestly nothing to dislike.
It’s intriguing, captivating, detailed, witty and suspenseful, a truly great paranormal read!
I can’t wait to continue this series ASAP!
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio is the fifth book in the Paranormal Talent Agency Series. I have enjoyed this series from the start and recommend reading from book 1 first. This can be read as a standalone book but the backstory to the underlying story would be missing. This book gets finally into Barbara Knollman who is a demon in charge of the paranormal underworld in Vegas for years. She is up for reelection but things are not going as expected. Also, to throw her off even more Liam steps back into her life. He is an angel who has a past with her.
I think the characters are fun and overall this is a lighthearted read. Each story is like an episode so there is closure on a primary story but with an underlying story that is carrying through all the books. I have become a fan of Heather Silvio because of this series and am looking forward to reading more from her in the future.
Review by @sherimichelle1
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A great read about change. Barbara Knollman is getting ready for the electoral campaign for mayor. However, things are turned on a head when a bus carrying the candidates to a venue is involved in an accident. With only one other candidate alive, Barbara grows suspicious. Can she prove that he did it before its too late?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like Barbara determined but with her doubts underneath. I loved how she was given her time to shine in this novel as a main character instead of on the sidelines. Great cast of supporting characters like the kind Liam or the concerned Lynn.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with Barbara’s house with its comfy chairs and tables, using small spaces for scenes of tension and conflict perfectly written. Or the scenes with the accident with the wrecked bus and blue lights so vivid its as if you’re actually there.
Once again, a wonderful example of world buidling with fantasy creatures coexisting alongside humanity with their own rules and laws and societies. A wonderful example of building upon the sequel with more fantasy creatures such as angels and demons and archangels true to their origins and given the respect they deserve. I loved the idea of them having powers and that angels could be ordinary people instead of being descended from gods as usually seen in fangasy novels.
The combination of the demons of fabtays and realism of politics made for a captivating read. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really am enjoying this series and I think that this is my favourite book so far! I love how original the stories are, each one connected but also so different. The author’s writing is flawless and an absolute pleasure to read. Her storylines are imaginative and her characters creative and realistic.
In book 5 we see Barbara, a demon and very entertaining character team up with Liam, an angel to try and find out what is going on and clear her name! I really liked Barbara and Liam, I thought they worked well together and had a great amount of chemistry! I still love that hint in the background of these stories that something extra exciting is going to be coming along soon and because of this I would definitely recommend that the stories are read in order! They are all short entertaining reads so any reader would not be disappointed!
I am very excited to see where the author takes the next book!!
Jumping the Shark
By: Heather Silvio
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 5) by Heather Silvio was a fun, fast moving read, that had me hooked!
This series is by far one of my favourites this year. With each book we are following a new character, but the overall goal and plot is continuous. So even though each book has a new MC, I highly suggest reading them in order, or you will miss very important details, especially in this book, as the MC was once the protagonist. Though she showed some promise in the last book, in this one we get inside her head. We get to know why she turned out the way she did, and we get some more details as to what she use to be.
I loved this redemption story, as I always kind of like Barbara, it was nice to get a story about her. We first meet her in book one, and you know right then she was something different, and as the books goes on, you get more and more info on her, but never the full story. So yeah, my interest was peeked more about her than the others. So to say I loved this story is an understatement. It flowed nicely, it had action, mystery, and misdirection. Honestly I didn’t know who was going to betray who, until the was revealed. I loved that, cause it kept you guessing and fully engaged. The ending was sweet, very warming, and it also gives you a hint of whats to come in the next instalment. I’m super excited and I can’t wait to get my hands on it.
So to end, as I don’t want to spoil this wonderful piece of fiction, this book gets my super high recommendation and my golden stamp of approval.
Happy Reading
-Review by @eawalsh
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Urban Dictionary defines “Jumping the Shark” as; The beginning of the end. Something is said to have “jumped the shark” when it has reached its peak and begun a downhill slide to mediocrity or oblivion. (For further explanation please find S5E1 of Happy Days)
JUMPING THE SHARK is the fifth and the penultimate episode of the Paranormal Talent Agency. I disagree with title because I do not think this series has reached its peak – I feel like it could be one of those “cozy type series” that go on and on, but I also thought that about Happy Days so what do I know turns out Joanie didn’t love Chachi, but I digress…
As with the first four episodes in this series, this story had a sense of humor about itself, weaved a delightful tale of demons and supernatural underworld and was a quick fun read on a Sunday Afternoon.
I recommend this series, this book and this author.
Review by @mauraharper
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio is the fifth book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. This is a fun and imaginative series that will keep you thoroughly entertained.
I have really enjoyed this whole series since I started it but this book has got to be my favourite so far. I loved the connection between the main characters. I loved how different they both were and yet how well they worked together.
The overall story line was interesting and kept a great pace throughout. It was an easy read that is perfect for one of those lazy afternoons on which you can get lost in a book. I would definitely recommend this whole series.
Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoy how this author is able to pull me in right from the start and keep me turning pages. Barbara is running for mayor but her current position allows her to control the paranormal underworld. She is a character that I found myself liking but than there was other times I didn’t like her. She did however, make the story come to life for me. What will happen when she becomes the number one suspect when all of the candidates are killed? This is a sweet romance that I highly recommend.
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Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jumping the Shark (Paranormal Talent Agency # 5)
By: Heather Silvio
5 out of 5 stars
The story Jumping the Shark (Paranormal Talent Agency # 5) by Heather Silvio is the next wonderful book in a series that I have loved since I read the first story. This book pulled me in from the very beginning and I found myself not wanting to put it down until I had read the final page. I enjoyed reading about the characters of Barbara Knollman and Liam Collins. Barbara is a demon. She has precognitive abilities that have saved her from an attack. She then finds herself helping out Liam in trying to stop a supernatural being. Liam is an angel. He has gotten Barbara to team up with the Paranormal Talent Agency. Will they be able to stop the supernatural being? Will Barbara find herself opening up her heart to love? Read this book to find out. I loved reading about the additional characters. Most are familiar as they have been brought forward from the other stories. I have always loved books that include the paranormal and this is a very good example of the reason why. The author has created an interesting and entertaining story with unforgettable characters. This is a book I would highly recommend reading.
Heather has published fiction and nonfiction; she is also an actress and licensed psychologist. When she isn’t working, she channels her inner flapper as a 1920s jazz and blues singer. She lives in fabulous Las Vegas with her husband Sidney and their goofy cat Snowball.
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An Unexpected Sequel (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 4) by Heather Silvio
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Genre – Paranormal Mystery, Sweet Romance
Page Count – 153 pages
Cover Designer – Sonia Freitas
Publisher – Panther Books
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Mid-Season Premiere of the Paranormal Talent Agency
Five years ago, a desperate witch made a pact with a demon. Now Robin Landon, the owner of Landon Talent Agency, splits her time between managing the actors she represents and laboring as a demon’s minion.
When Robin refuses the demon’s order to kill Jackson McKee, a witch with a day job as a camera operator, she must balance her growing feelings for the intended target and evading the vengeful demon’s wrath.
Out of options, Robin turns to her former nemeses with the Paranormal Talent Agency. Will their daring plan save Jackson from the demon, or will Robin lose both her chance at love and her life?
This is the fourth book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. Much like on television, each episode contains a complete sweet paranormal romance and supernatural murder mystery. But the crossover characters and hints of a larger story suggest reading these in order.
Heather has published fiction and nonfiction; she is also an actress and licensed psychologist. When she isn’t working, she channels her inner flapper as a 1920s jazz and blues singer. She lives in fabulous Las Vegas with her husband Sidney and their goofy cat Snowball.
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That’s a Wrap (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 3) by Heather Silvio
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Genre – Paranormal mystery, Sweet romance
Page Count – 177 pages
Cover designer: Sonia Freitas / http://chloebellearts.com/
Publisher: Panther Books / http://www.pantherbooks.us
Goodreads – https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42085635-that-s-a-wrap
Mid-Season Finale of the Paranormal Talent Agency
Mia Fynn, a nixie who has lived among humans for over 200 years, loves her life as a producer in Sin City. When the lead actor in her upcoming movie is murdered during a live social media video, Mia finds herself thrust into the role of detective.
Jacob Dawson, an actual Las Vegas Metro Police Department detective, would rather not have Mia’s assistance. But even he can’t deny the literal sparks that fly whenever they touch.
With the help of her Paranormal Talent Agency friends and one nosy television reporter, Mia scrambles to catch a killer… and reel in her own true love.
This is the third book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. Much like on television, each episode contains a complete sweet paranormal romance and supernatural murder mystery. But the crossover characters and hints of a larger story suggest reading these in order.
Heather has published fiction and nonfiction; she is also an actress and licensed psychologist. When she isn’t working, she channels her inner flapper as a 1920s jazz and blues singer. She lives in fabulous Las Vegas with her husband Sidney and their goofy cat Snowball.
Me and Cinderella
By: Kelly Mooney
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars
Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2) by Kelly Mooney was a pretty great read that will pull at those heart strings.
Not my first read from this author or in this series, but though this book is part of a series it reads as a standalone. So no worries if you haven’t read the first book.
This book is a fun read thats both witty and bouncy, as well as emotional and heart melty. The only thing that I didn’t quite like, is a common theme I see with these types of books. The male MC calling female MC, innocent and what not. It’s a pet-peeve of mine, and I don’t find it endearing or a complement to call a grown woman innocent. I don’t want to get into it, cause I’ll be here all day, but in the long run, you can make a character complex and multi layer without adding words like innocent, only to find out..”they aren’t so.” you know, sexy wise.
Other than that, I very much enjoyed this story. I loved how it wasn’t just about the romance, and that Eli was there for his family. That added extra layer that made this story more than your normal mushy romance. It added a complexity to the overall plot and storyline. Eli was an outstanding character and he really stole the show. I honestly think that the author did an amazing job on Eli, and though I did like Remy, and she was also a great character, Eli just, glowed, and was a powerhouse.
Overall this story is a must read, and it gets my super high recommendation and my stamp go approval.
Happy Reading
-Review by @eawalsh
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Reset to One (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 2) by Heather Silvio
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Genre – Paranormal Mystery, Sweet Romance
Page Count – 185 pages
Cover Designer – Sonia Freitas / http://chloebellearts.com/
Publisher – Panther Books / http://www.pantherbooks.us
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The Paranormal Talent Agency Saga Continues
All vampire Evie Jones desires is to enjoy her fun immortal life as an actress. Until she meets fellow actor Ryan Walter, who intrigues her with his insistence that his best friend has been framed for murder.
The appearance of her movie producer ex-husband in Sin City complicates Evie’s offer to team with Ryan to find the real killer. She wants nothing to do with her ex, but he may hold the key to more than one murder.
Amid their growing attraction, and with the help of her Paranormal Talent Agency friends, can Evie and Ryan solve the murders…and find their happily ever after?
This is the second book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. Much like on television, each episode contains a complete sweet paranormal romance and supernatural murder mystery. But the crossover characters and hints of a larger story suggest reading these in order.
Heather has published fiction and nonfiction; she is also an actress and licensed psychologist. When she isn’t working, she channels her inner flapper as a 1920s jazz and blues singer. She lives in fabulous Las Vegas with her husband Sidney and their goofy cat Snowball.
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Lights, Camera, Action (Paranormal Talent Agency Book 1) by Heather Silvio
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Genre – Paranormal Mystery, Sweet romance
Page Count – 155 pages
Cover Designer – Sonia Freitas / http://chloebellearts.com/
Publishing Company – Panther Books / http://www.pantherbooks.us
Goodreads – https://www.goodreads.com/…/s…/42084055-lights-camera-action
Welcome to the Paranormal Talent Agency!
When empath Catherine Rodham moves across the country to launch the West Coast arm of the Peterson Talent Agency in Las Vegas, her plan goes awry when an actress on a film she helped cast turns up murdered, leaving law enforcement stumped.
Alex Moore, a Sin City actor with a secret, wants agency representation from Catherine – and maybe something more. But everything changes after he finds himself the target of a murder investigation.
When the two team together to solve the serial murders, Alex introduces Catherine to a paranormal underworld she never knew existed. Can Catherine prove Alex’s innocence before losing her heart…or her life?
This is the first book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. Much like on television, each episode contains a complete sweet paranormal romance and supernatural murder mystery. But the crossover characters and hints of a larger story suggest reading these in order.
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Heather has published fiction and nonfiction; she is also an actress and licensed psychologist. When she isn’t working, she channels her inner flapper as a 1920s jazz and blues singer. She lives in fabulous Las Vegas with her husband Sidney and their goofy cat Snowball.
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Broken Sand Dollar by J D Boudreaux
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Genre – Sweet Romance
Page Count – 426 Pages
Cover Designer – Ashley Byland and Redbird Designs
Publisher – Bienvenue Press
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It’s all about the love you give…
First there was Penny. Their relationship blossomed into something beautiful, and their engagement was proof of that. But her ambition, her need for success, meant moving forward…without Alex.
Then there was Leigh, his childhood sweetheart. She came rushing back into his life just as quickly as she had left in the first place. While helping her get her life back on track, Alex fell for her all over again. But the more she learned about Alex’s past, the more she learned about herself. Afraid of what may happen next, she does what she does best. Run.
All the while there was Payton. The woman who repeatedly found herself at the receiving end of Alex’s good deeds, who has slowly managed to get her life together. She’s forever grateful for all that he has done, but given the chance to reunite with her family, it will mean saying good-bye to Alex.
Now, while nursing his wounds after all the disappointment, Alex returns to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The place that’s always had a piece of his heart.
It’s there that he realizes it’s up to him to find his own way. Can he be still long enough to realize that what’s happened before is not the end… but the beginning?
Born and raised in Opelousas, Louisiana, J D Boudreaux is married and has three grown children. The family now resides an hour south in the small town of Erath. A good story, good friends, and a good cup of coffee are the ingredients that make up a great day for J D. Add a little boudin, cracklins, and Momma’s homemade carrot cake, and J D will call it a perfect day!
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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1) by Alex Bailey
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Genre – Sweet Romance
Series – (A Dream Come True Book 1)
Page Count – 222
Cover Designer – Agape Author Services
Publisher – Maiden Voyage Publishing
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When Sophie’s eight-year-old niece, Ariel, asks Santa Claus for a single wish to honor her mom’s memory, Sophie knows she must grant it. Unfortunately for Sophie, Ariel’s wish is to ride her mom’s favorite ride on Christmas day, and it’s at the last place on earth Sophie wants to visit—Walt Disney World. It will be the first Christmas without her sister, and reliving childhood memories of her best friend is not how she wants to spend her holiday. Sophie’s only desire is to spend Christmas on the slopes with her reliable and stable beau, Darren, who has reluctantly agreed to postpone their trip until the day after Christmas.
But when Sophie runs into a charming stranger, who offers up his extensive Disney knowledge, he instantly becomes her hero. A wave of relief washes over Sophie—he may just be the one to give Ariel the magical experience she desires. And, even though Sophie doesn’t realize it, he may be exactly what she needs too.
Can a bit of Christmas magic help this ruggedly-attractive stranger win Sophie’s heart when she believes it already belongs to Darren? And will Sophie continue to allow her painful past to haunt her, or will she let it go?
Alex Bailey was a bored writer/editor of documents as humdrum as vacuum cleaner manuals. She left that life behind to create more exciting worlds than the one she lived in. The Future Memoir of Ann Jones was the first book under her (absolutely necessary) assumed identity (in order to hide Ann Jones’ identity). When she’s not dreaming of being swept away to the “happiest place on earth,” she’s tending to her organic garden while belting out Disney tunes. Some of her favorite hobbies include: telling her children that “Mother knows best”, attempting to convince woodland creatures to clean her house for her, wishing upon stars, and Disney-ing.
