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On Viking Seas (The Forerunner, Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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On Viking Seas (Forerunner Series)On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been in need of a good Viking tale, and this book exceeded expectations! I wasn’t sure what I was going to encounter when I started the book, but I was surprised throughout the entirety of it. It was a bit of a slow burn at first, but I was excited to find that it picked up speed pretty quickly. I can’t wait to read the rest of the forerunner series!

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book went full throttle! I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I do not recollect ever encountering a dark romance novel before, but I am so glad that this was the book that introduced me to it, especially with the reality of said darkness. Whether it’s the crazy, the evil, or anything else, nothing is sugarcoated. I cannot wait to keep rooting for Tillie in the next book!

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C. A. King- Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I quite liked this book! While it began with a slow burn, I definitely enjoyed the story, especially once it started picking up steam. It also questions some aspects of environmental policy in the beginning, as well as addresses the cold, hard truth that we have not fixed things just yet. Even though this is a work of fiction, it is nice to see a wake-up call thrown in. If you enjoy small coastal towns, hidden discoveries, and things not turning out exactly as you had thought or hoped, grab a copy of the book today!

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Daisy’s Darkness (Wheels & Hogs Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Daisy's Darkness (Wheels & Hogs #6)Daisy’s Darkness by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is one of the most realistic depictions of teenage inner dialogue and trauma that I’ve ever seen in a work of fiction. While it is not for the faint of heart, as it contains sensitive subject matter, it is also a beautiful story that shows the true power of a strong support system. If you’re ready to recall your own memories of high school while following Daisy’s journey from the darkness to the light, pick up a copy and get started!

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Slash & Burn (Nite Fire Book 4) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I see this series as one of the wildest rides of my reading life. And now, as we tunnel below what we thought was rock bottom, the city is still in peril, and Dahlia is dealing with possibly the most loaded metaphorical plate that I’ve ever seen. After all, being asked to solve everything while barely having gotten out of her last scrape alive tends to weigh heavily on the mind and body. There might be a day where our heroine gets to have some peace, but today is not that day. In the meantime, grab a copy and help cheer her on!

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire Book 3) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whether we are human or shapeshifter, secrets can be our best friend, or our worst enemy. For Dahlia, it seems as though she straddles the thin line between those distinctions, and that fact is the most prominent in this book as she tackles yet another wave of unspeakable crimes against the very species that she lives to protect. It seems that, even with a partner, it may turn out to go far too deep for our favorite heroine to tackle. Can her empathy give her the answers that she needs? Who else is keeping secrets, and what are the consequences? Read to find out!

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Chain Reaction (Nite Fire Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Chain Reaction (Nite Fire #2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our favorite shapeshifting assassin is back and better than ever as she navigates her way through a new mystery. However, she just may be in over her head. Between mutations, combustions, and navigating the threat of panic as a result of the mysterious phenomena, Dahlia has her work cut out for her, and she’s going to need all the help that she can get. How will she fare saving the day as she witnesses the lines between humans and monsters blur? Get the book and open it to find out!

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Flash Point (Nite Fire Book 1) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a sucker for a good fantasy novel, and this first installment of the Nite Fire series definitely shows promise and establishes a great foundation of the heroine and her journey for all of the books that follow this one. I adored the idea of a shapeshifting assassin from another world, and I loved the fact that she has a soft spot for humans. Her life is never boring, by default, but that leaves her kept constantly on her toes. To see what I mean, crack the book open and experience the adventure for yourself! Also, be prepared to need to order the next installment immediately upon completion.

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Hungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlaisse – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Hungry Business: A Short StoryHungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was a definite change in the zombie apocalypse scenario as we have come to know it. Not to mention that it also incorporates the search for love in addition to the constant danger faced by the regular people against the flesh-eating monstrosities. I adore that this story is in the second person. It is rare to find a story that involves the reader as the main character, using It ‘you’ instead of ‘I’ or ‘they.’ It’s incredibly refreshing, and since it’s short, you’ll have no issue with reading it all in one sitting!

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Where Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Where Flowers BloomWhere Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of the best romances that I’ve ever read! The story makes me feel like I’m experiencing everything right along with Kendyll, and the descriptions make me able to picture the scenes in vivid detail. However, out of the entire book, I have to say that one of the characters makes the entire thing all the more side-splitting and charming. To find out why Aster is the best, and to experience the book for yourself, hurry and grab a copy!

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Desperately Seeking Sixty Nine (The Green Room Chronicles, Book One) AUDIO BOOK by J.D. Frettier – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Desperately Seeking Sixty-Nine (The Green Room Chronicles #1)Desperately Seeking Sixty-Nine by J.D. Frettier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Never judge a book by its length. This audiobook may have been the shortest one that I’ve ever listened to, but it ranks as one of my top favorites. It has steam, hijinks and adventure in what is an amazing depiction of what happens ‘after’. I cannot wait to pick up the next book in the series. If you are a fan of the hippie movement and want to see a flower child stumble through what seems to be an amazing afterlife, grab this book, put on your headphones, and settle in!

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THE BUCCANEERS OF St. FREDERICK ISLAND by LINDA MARIA FRANK – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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The Buccaneers of St. Frederick IslandThe Buccaneers of St. Frederick Island by Linda Maria Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a breath of fresh air. I remember reading the Nancy Drew mysteries growing up, and the shenanigans that Buccaneers get into remind me so much of those books. I think everyone needs a book like this in their library, whether they are young readers just starting out, or older readers who are looking for something to inspire nostalgia. If you are ready to get invested in a story with lovable characters, neat illustrations, and plenty of twists and turns, then crack open this adventurous tale!

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The Nearness of You: A British celebrity, standalone love-at-first-sight romance by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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The Nearness of YouThe Nearness of You by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Romantics of the world, unite, for this is a perfect book for you! K. G. Fletcher has given us a story that mixes the beautiful with the mundane, and shows that there is more to the launch of a line than fragrance bottles and the right idea. With compelling characters and a plot that keeps you on your toes, “The Nearness of You” is a phenomenal read from start to finish. I also encourage you to be prepared to be transported to the heart of Atlanta, GA as you cheer on the protagonists. Never have I seen such attention to the detail of the city, and being from Georgia, it warms my heart to see it in the spotlight.

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Rick: Ingram Brothers #3 by Roz Lee – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Rick (Ingram Brothers #3)Rick by Roz Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is one of the most wonderful romances that I’ve ever had the pleasure of reading! Due to its fast pace and ability to keep the reader glued, I spent every spare moment among its pages, impatient to find out what happened next. Though it definitely qualifies as NSFW (Not Safe For Work), the scenes that make it so exhibit and enhance the passion and love the couple has for one another instead of just being mindlessly thrown in. Even though it’s the third book in a series, it holds its own incredibly well. I highly recommend it.

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Sweets and Santa (The Matchmaking Baker Book 2) By Rosie Pease – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Sweets and Santa (The Matchmaking Baker, #2)Sweets and Santa by Rosie Pease
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

‘Sweets and Santa’ by Rosie Pease is a wonderful story full of Christmas cheer, small-town antics, and paranormal activity. Although it is the second book in a series, it does well standing on its own. It also combines several elements that I have not seen before, but particularly enjoy. I like the idea of a matchmaking baker, and I am glad to see that the author lets us know out of the gate that she’s not talented at everything. I also enjoy the fact that the paranormal rears its head among the pages of the story. To find out how it all ties together, I strongly recommend reading the book.

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Gianluca (Marini Family Romance Book 1) By Isabella Cassazza – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Gianluca (Marini Family #1)Gianluca by Isabella Cassazza
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

‘Gianluca (Marini Family #1) by Isabella Cassazza has to be, by far, one of the best romance novels that I’ve read to date! The dynamic between the two main characters, though tried and true, gets a new spin put on it, one that cannot be fully appreciated without experiencing the book for oneself. And, of course, what better place than Italy for a blossoming romance? This series is indeed off to a promising start. I cannot wait to see what the other members of the Marini Family have in store for us!

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters Book 4) By Martin Ferguson – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters, #4)Blood of the Dragon by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relic Hunters: Blood of the Dragon is the fourth part in a series that leaves the reader perched on the edge of their seat at every turn. This time, as with many great works of fiction, vampires have entered the fray, and it is up to Adam and his friends to vanquish this foe that is both known and new.

One of my favorite aspects of this book in particular is that it brings the protagonist (and company, in this case) to the precipice, where it seems that there is no turning back, and yet nowhere to run or hide. Will our heroes live to see another day, or have they finally met their match? Read to find out.

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WAR OF THE DAMNED (Relic Hunters Book 3) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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War of the Damned (Relic Hunters, #3)War of the Damned by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relic Hunters: War of the Damned once again takes the reader on an adventure of epic proportions via everyone’s favorite relic hunting team. While their spirits have been dampened by the aftermath of the last expedition, our heroes fight on for the sake of justice and protection of the world’s lost treasures.

I enjoyed many things about this book, but there were two things that I enjoyed the most. The first is that each member of the diverse team of hunters is held in equally high regard. The way they support each other and work together has been a favorite element of mine throughout the series. The second is the way that the story switches back and forth between Adam’s team in the present and the British WW2 soldier in the past. How are they connected? You’ll have to read to find out.

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Eagle of the Empire (Relic Hunters) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Eagle of The Empire (Relic Hunters, #1)Eagle of The Empire by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Eagle of the Empire is an action-packed tale of family, friendship, and fantastic historical secrets. Everyone adores a hopeful team of heroes, as well as a worthy cause, and this book provides both in spades.

Two of my favorite aspects of this book are the importance put on family and the life brought to the tale of a famed hidden legion of Roman fighters. While both the sibling bond and the exploration of a lost piece of history are both used in many stories, Eagle of the Empire gives the concepts a fresh coat of paint. For more details, you’ll have to read the book.

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters Book 2) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Curse of the Sands (Relic Hunters, #2)Curse of the Sands by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many stories that involve an ancient tomb, a museum employee, a group of friends, and/or the central battle of Good vs. Evil, but Curse of the Sands is written in such a way that all of these components have come together to create an entirely new page turner that, even though it’s a sequel, can stand alone.

Many of the YA books today involve dystopian worlds for the main characters to overcome, but this book takes well-used plot points and locations of our current world and puts a fresh spin on it, all while keeping the reader on their toes.

One of my favorite aspects of this book is that it encourages young people to do many things whose importance has fallen by the wayside lately, including going outside, recognizing the value of teams and friendships, and striving to keep learning. It allows for hope to blossom for future generations, all while keeping them guessing until the very end.

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Victoria Mashburn

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Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grosse Pointe follows an Irishman by the name of Brek as he risks life and limb to be reunited with the love of his life, facing everything from a difficult voyage to America to the pitfalls of crossing members of the mafia. Do the lovers end up together at last, against all odds? You’ll have to read to find out.

I’ve always been a fan of the ‘thrill of the chase,’ whether it is of the assassin or romantic variety. I adore the fact that the story incorporates a bit of both. I also find it so heartwarming to see just how far someone will go for love. However, one of my favorite aspects of the book is the use of culturally and historically appropriate language, including various insults and phrases in Brek’s mother tongue of Gaelic.

This book has a bit of something for everyone, but if you belong to the group of folks that enjoys a good love story with incredibly detailed fighting scenes, I especially recommend it for you.

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