Anna Campbell writes wonderful historical novellas and I’m thrilled that readers are getting a holiday treat with "The Christmas Stranger". Maggie Carr lives in the middle of nowhere and has little prospects for a better future. A brave man...
4½ Stars“Master Me, Please” is the second book in incredible author BJ Wane’s Miami Master’s Series. This series has been full of hot sexy scenes and dashing doms. Not to mention some very sassy subs. BJ has been one of my favorite BDSM writers for...
5 Stars“Atlantis Lost” by T.A. Barron provides an imaginative journey that blends fact and myth, with a different look at some familiar figures. It took me a bit of time to get into the story so I think it would be better to read the first two boo...
4 Stars“Foxglove Copse” by Alex Beecroft is an intriguing story that combines very pertinent current issues with a touch of mysticism. Sam Atkins is a vulnerable traveler whose introduction to the small town of Porthkennack is guaranteed to exacer...
4¼ Stars“Risky Behavior” by L.A. Witt and Cari Z provides a delicious combination of police detective work and an intriguing character study as several layers of mystery are slowly peeled back. I love the prickly Ruffner and his in-your-face person...
4½ Stars"Holiday Wishes" is a cute holiday novella, the perfect start to the holiday season! Shalvis returns to Heartbreaker Bay in this story, and as usual does not disappoint. Though part of the series, this story works perfectly well as a stand-...
4 StarsI LOVED Tessa Bailey's book "Follow". Both Will and Teresa are dealing with a lot of baggage so when they meet, both are cautious but at least Teresa knows she's lying. Will is vulnerable and suspicious but still drawn to Teresa. And the ch...
5 StarsCollette Cameron's book, "To love a Highland Rogue", had super sweet characters and a storyline that was out of the ordinary as far as historical romance goes. I don't think that I have ever read a historical fiction book with a similar plo...
3½ StarsThis short book explores much more than a budding romance. It explores domestic abuse, mental health issues and family loyalty. Things aren’t always as they seem and solutions aren’t always easily seen. I liked that this story had some twis...
3 StarsThis some what sweet and sappy Christmas is romance is definitely one you’re going to want to read. There is so much more than just a quick forgiveness and life is wonderful going on. In fact, nothing is easy for Jace because Ava isn’t real...
4½ StarsOMG This book is totally awesome. It picks up where the last book in this fantastic series left off which means you really should start at the beginning of the series to truly be able to immerse yourself into this story. It’s fast paced, im...
5 StarsWhether it is vampire rock stars or wolfy football players, Kristen Strassel has struck gold. "Running Wild" is a sexy sweet passion driven story of two unlikely characters who end up falling for one another on a reality show called, The Re...
4½ Stars“Love of a Human” is the 4th book in the Wildcat Hills Pride series. I have to say that this wasn’t as good as the first three books. I felt it was kind of choppy in the telling and I had trouble figuring Donovan and London out. It took me...
3 StarsReaders of heavy fantasy will love the Crimson Realm Chronicles and this first book "In Search of Pride". This first book introduces us to the Brenn, a warrior and lion shifter who can't shift. If he lets himself shift he will never be a ma...
4 Stars“City of the Lost” by Kelley Armstrong is an eerily captivating tale that reminds one that there are always at least two sides to every story. The shocking opening line segues into irony and the twisty ride begins. I love this author’s hero...
4½ StarsIn “Touch of Red” you will be walking on the wild side with suspense and romance. So put on your red bottom shoes and become romantically and professionally entangled in a murder. This is my first experience with the work of Ms. Griffin. Gr...
4½ Stars“Spirit Song” by Tessa McFionn follows nightclub singer Miranda Devalande who is trapped in her current situation with a slimy boss due to her feckless brother, Kyle. Guardian Sebastiani (Bastian) Cristofano Lamberhetti/Sebastian Lambert is...
4¼ StarsWhile Kyron is indeed confined in a cell, what really keeps him prisoner is his own morals and code of ethics. He could free himself easily if he used the gift the goddess gave his kind, but he doesn't. His restraint costs him but it also r...
4½ Stars“Whiteout” by Elyse Springer started with a familiar theme—amnesia—and gradually turned it on end. I love the hint of suspense and treachery that colors the interactions between the main characters while snippets of the past start to be rev...
4½ StarsAs much as I adore a novel written by the author, Christy Carlyle, I was downhearted to have uncovered that the plot of this story was not at all what I was hoping for. The plot was interesting, however, the overall foundation of the plot b...
3½ StarsThe chemistry between Chasyn and Declan is hot from the start and even though Declan tries to hide from it, it gets harder with every moment they are together. When Chasyn and her best friend Kasey go to testify about an event that happened...
3½ Stars"Forsaken Before You" is the second book in the Before You trilogy and continues on from where we left off in Alone Before You. Gwen’s relationship with Heather and Gabe is interesting considering Heather partially forced Gwen to be her fri...
4 StarsM.L. Buchman is a favorite of mine and I love his Night Stalkers series. When I heard he was stepping into the world of paranormal I couldn’t wait to read it. He did a very good portrayal of the connection between Jesse and Hannah. I loved...
4½ StarsRose was just amazing and kick ass. I liked her from the start and continued to do so as I read more of "The Last Resort". Emmy is just adorable and I loved the relationship that developed between her and Rose. Garrett and his brother Wesle...
4½ StarsYears ago I got hooked on the Alien Huntress series of stories. There are eight books with the printing of "Dark Swan". But with the third book Gena Showalter took the series in a new direction. That third book is "Savor Me Slowly". That's...
4 Stars"The Renegade Wife" is an amazing story of two wounded souls who somehow seem fated to meet and be together. Meggie Blair is on the run and she has two sick children. Desperate to not be seen until she finds her grandmother, she comes upon...
4½ StarsCaroline Warfield produces another amazing story in the Children of the Empire series with "The Reluctant Wife". In this second installment we have a British soldier located in India. Captain Fred Wheatly is left with two children when thei...
4½ StarsHeroes aren't the only ones that need a Happily Ever After; villains do too and Sarah Marsh's "Viktor" from her Happy Evil After Series is a great read. It's sweet, sexy, has a great plot, and even some laughs. This sweet and sexy read has...
4 Stars"Once Upon a Maiden Lane" has Hoyt's characteristic humor and gritty sweetness along with the edge of a twist. I really did love Mary. She has this grace in the face of change and a fiery backbone of titanium. It was a pleasure watching her...
4 Stars"Master of Magic" is a mostly standalone romp through the Mageverse world and I really enjoyed Olivia and Rhys' story. Mostly standalone because there's some mention of how magic works and the laws that govern it that might have been easier...
4 StarsI have been a lover of V.C. Andrews' books for a long time but I was rather disappointed in "Shattered Memories". I felt that making this a trilogy may have been too much. A lot of filler made it into this third book. In my opinion it shoul...
2½ Stars"The Gun Runner " is the first book in Scott Hidreth new Mafia Made series. This book features Michael Tripp an ex-Marine and alpha bad boy. When he moves to town to operate his new business he runs into the local mafia. He saves Terra and...
3½ StarsThis 12 book collection is full of Alpha shifters on the hunt for their mate. These alphas live for the hunt but sometimes they have to chase there mate. Overall this is a great collection of stories from a set of amazing authors. Each book...
4 Stars"Twisted Truths" is the third and final book in Rebecca’s Zanetti’s amazing Blood Brothers series. From the beginning, fans have had hints about Denver and Noni’s relationship as he left her because he thought it was safer for her. After wi...
4½ StarsThis was my first Christmas read for this year and what a way to get into the spirit of the holiday to come. "The Christmas Cowboy Hero" is a very well written book that I was able to curl up with and read in one sitting. I just couldn't pu...
4 Stars"An Unsuitable Heir" is the third book in the Sins of the Cities series and it was another good installment. The last book left off after us meeting Pen and his sister who have been in hiding for some time. This book wraps up the overall my...
4 Stars"Christmas in London" is a holiday treat! Anita Hughes takes us to London, a perfect setting for holiday merriment. You’re immersed in numerous iconic locations of London - Buckingham Palace, the Christmas displays at Harrods, and more. Eac...
3½ StarsI was excited to see a book from a new author and I tend to enjoy sports books I decided to give "The Quarterback" a try. Matt is a closeted football star who comes from a homophobic family. He meets a fellow student, Trevor, who is his tot...
3 StarsIt's been awhile since Mina Carter visited Lathar and I for one was so ready for the trip. It took a bit to orient myself but then I was off and running with the main characters on their journey toward a happily ever after. And it's a dange...
4½ StarsFun, steamy quick romp. I liked Eileen and Leif - I appreciated that they both tried to do the right thing within the parameters of what they had to work with. There's also a sense of humor about the story that didn't take itself too seriou...
3½ Stars"Stormy Hawkins" is a rollicking good time. It's an old fashioned western with just the right amount of heat to it make feel modern. Stormy is a sassy, hardworking woman. She’s more at home in pants and boots than a dress. Blade is very muc...
4 StarsCollette Cameron delights with this short and sweet Regency romance. "Her Scandalous Wish" is a beautifully romantic if somewhat sad story, but I enjoyed it immensely. Philomena Pomfrett and Bradford, Viscount Kingsley have a history and be...
4 StarsMatthew Bronte is an artist. He's not thriving as they say. While studying art in France he lives at the home of Mathilde. Mathilde is quite rich and she becomes Matthew's mistress. Mathilde and Matthew have different feelings on the matter...
5 StarsBack in the 1800's women didn't wear pants, women were supposed to be the weak and yet they were the backbone of life. But in this book we are given a strong women who went against the traditional idea of what a woman should do and look lik...
5 StarsIn the first book of "Serial K", you're left with a doubt as to whether Craig Breedlove is really dead. He was a serial killer of the worst, killing innocent people in such gory and bloody ways. In the second book, Craig Breedlove is alive...
5 StarsTessa hates crowds and is pretty much an introvert until one night a break in happens at her job and her entire life changes. Henri is the Alpha of his pack and when he rescues the sweet little human next door, he doesn't expect it to go an...
4 Stars"Stirring Up Glory" by the incredible Kacey Hammell, is the second book in the Stirring up Love series. This is a great second-chance romance, and a wonderful page turner that I just couldn’t put down once I picked it up. Our hero Drew is a...
5 Stars"Cat with the Blue Eyes" is a fairly quick, but steamy read from Raven McAllan. Dylan wants Caitlyn for his mate, but she is rather resistant to it. Part of the reason? She can’t shift. But Dylan loves her for who she is, and that’s pretty...
4½ StarsApril Zyon is inarguably one of my very favorite authors. That being said, this series, Heroes of Olympus is one of the reasons. She comes up with some of the most truly remarkable book series ideas that keep it fresh. Seriously. In a roman...
5 Stars"Leviathan" by Scott Westerfeld is the best Steampunk novel ever. The fact that it’s also Young Adult is an added bonus. In this story, there is an alternate historical moment that started World War 1. One side will fight the war with metal...
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