The Prince’s Game by Lexi Foss is the first book in the Mershano Empire Series. This is also the first bookThe Prince’s Game by Lexi C. Foss Four Stars
The Prince’s Game by Lexi Foss is the first book in the Mershano Empire Series. This is also the first book I have read by Lexi Foss. Ms. Foss really brought the characters to life in this romance, suspense, mystery all rolled into one, and let's not forget a little reality tv thrown into the mix.
Evan Mershano is a spoiled rich kid (well kind of, he’s 35) that loves being a bachelor. He runs into a snag when he finds out in order to keep his money and the lifestyle that comes with it he must marry. His parents are tired of waiting for grandbabies so they are putting the pressure. This is where the reality tv comes in. He must choose one of thirty woman at the end of the show and propose to her.
Sarah Summers finds herself on a silly TV game show and she has no one to blame except her identical twin sister, Abigale. They have alway pulled pranks on one another, but this takes the cake. Abigale sent in an audition tape pretending to be Sarah. Sarah tried to get out of it, but after consulting a lawyer she finds out she needs to stay on the show.
It definitely wasn't love at first sight for these two, but Even realizes Sarah doesn't want to be on the show as much as he doesn't. He make Sarah a proposition, but what happens when they find the are very much attracted to each other?
I loved the way the author brought this book to life with the witty banter and emotions. I can't wait to read the next book in the series. ...more
Beneath the Secrets is the fifth book in the Enigma Series by Shandi Boyes. This book can be read as a stBeneath the Secrets by Shandi Boyes Four Stars
Beneath the Secrets is the fifth book in the Enigma Series by Shandi Boyes. This book can be read as a stand alone, as his is the first book I have read by Ms. Boyes. I will definitely be going back to read the rest of the books because this book was a treat and I want to learn more of the back story. Ms. Boyes has created such a wonderful cast of characters this book, and the witty dialog held my attention from the first page to the last. I felt I had a connection with the characters.
Ava was the girl next door, she had a huge crush on Hugo from a very young age. When she had to leave town six years ago, she was very upset over it. Now she is back and telling herself that she is over that old crush, but when she sees Hugo the feelings come flooding back.
Hugo is home from the military and trying to get his life back on the right path. He has a new job with Issac Holt. The next thing he has heard the girl who left town and broke his heart six years ago is now back.
Ava and Hugo’s relationship starts out rock the second time around because they are both trying to ignore the feeling they have for each other. Will they ever learn to trust each other? Can they get over the hurt feelings and learn to love again?
I just loved this book, I can't wait to go back and read the others in the series. It was a fun romance with a little suspense added in? ...more
Paranormal Painless: A Young Adult Ghost Story Fiction Book by Shannon Rieger is a Young Adult ParanormParanormal Painless by Shannon Rieger Four Stars
Paranormal Painless: A Young Adult Ghost Story Fiction Book by Shannon Rieger is a Young Adult Paranormal book. This is a fast paced suspense thriller that will appeal to young adults as well as older readers. Ms. Rieger brings this book to life with interesting characters a wonderful storyline. This book had me hooked from the first place to the last.
Christian Moore is a high school English teacher. He likes to keep to himself and doesn't have many friends. He loves living a quiet life of writing and reading, that is how he spends his most of his free time. He has a growing crush on the teacher across the hall, Eevie. Christian’s life takes a turn for the wild and paranormal when he finds a box in his driveway. The box holds a big black cat. When Christian brings the cat into his home, thing start to change. He starts seeing and hearing ghosts. What will happen when he is faced with unbelievable evil? Will he be able to work through a troubled past to get the information he needs to face the future?
The spirits you meet in this journey are all unique and have something to teach not only Christian, but the reader. The cat keeps popping up kind of leading Christian on a path to find the answers he needs. This is an amazing story of right, wrong and different. The emotions run from terrifying to mad to sad with a sprinkling of love and romance in between. This is the first book I have read by this author and she surely didn't disappoint. For those of you that love paranormal this book is for you! ...more
The Portal Prophecies: A Keeper’s Destiny by C.A. King Four Stars
The Portal Prophecies: A Keeper’s Destiny by C.A. King is the third book I have read bThe Portal Prophecies: A Keeper’s Destiny by C.A. King Four Stars
The Portal Prophecies: A Keeper’s Destiny by C.A. King is the third book I have read by this author and the first book in the Portal Prophecies Series. This is a fast paced book of teenagers racing time to save and banding together to save their world. The authors character descriptions and story line bring you into a different world. The emotional ups and downs had me up all night read to find out what would come next.
The Prophecies are predictions written in a book long, long ago. This story takes a bunch of unlikely teenage heroes as they race against time and advice from the Elders to decipher the prophecies in time to stop the war.
Willow and her band of followers find the book of Prophecies as the are escaping their world because it has been invaded by enemies. As they grow up during their quest they learn more about themselves and the new worlds they will find behind each of the Portals. They must learn to trust each other and learn to live in the new world they've come to in order to decode the Prophecies and defeat their enemies. Can they stick together long enough to help save their world?
Ms. King bring such great fantastical worlds into her writing. I have enjoyed the first two books I have read by her, but this new series has really got my attention. I look forward to reading more books in this series. I recommend this book to anyone who likes fantasy genre....more
Willow: A Short Story 2 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.7 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stoWillow: A Short Story 2by Alice Rachel Four Stars
Willow: A Short Story 2 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.7 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories are small snapshots, most less than 50 pages, and written in different points of view. Therefore, they should be read in order to get the whole picture of this story.
This is a continuation of Willow’s story. As an unwanted Willow knows she can not lead a normal life. She must remain in hiding to stay safe. Will she chose to stay with Chi to keep Stephen safe, or will she chose to follow her true love? This is a very interesting chapter in Willow’s point of view.
That is the thing about this series each little chunk is a block of time that you get with from each character's point of the same period. They make for very interesting chunks of the big picture. ...more
Willow: A Short Story 1 by Alice Rachel Four Stars
Willow: A Short Story 1 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.3 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stWillow: A Short Story 1 by Alice Rachel Four Stars
Willow: A Short Story 1 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.3 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories are small snapshots, most less than 50 pages, and written in different points of view. Therefore, they should be read in order to get the whole picture of this story.
This story is written in Willow’s point of view. She is an unwanted like Chi because she is a second child. Her sister is able to go to school and have friends, but Willow must remain hidden. She meets Stephen when they are small children. Even though it is forbidden they spend time with each other and fall in love. What happens when their parents intervene and set a match between Willow and Chi, Stephen’s twin brother?
That is the thing about this series each little chunk is a block of time that you get with from each character's point of the same period. They make for very interesting chunks of the big picture....more
William: A Short Story is part of the Under Ground Series #0.2 by Alice Rachel. This set of short storWilliam: A Short Story by Alice Rachel Four Stars
William: A Short Story is part of the Under Ground Series #0.2 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories are small snapshots, most less than 50 pages, and written in different points of view. Therefore, they should be read in order to get the whole picture of this story.
This is a William's story. William is a privileged child who believes he can have whatever he desires. He is betrothed to Thia when he is 14. Even though they have only seen each other over the years, he believed that Thia is his property and he can mold her into the women he thinks his wife should be. When things don't go his way, he handles it like the spoiled, rich kid he is.
That is the thing about this series each little chunk is a block of time that you get with from each character's point of the same period. They make for very interesting chunks of the big picture....more
Chi: A Short Story 2 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.6 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories Chi: A Short Story 2 by Alice Rachel Four Stars
Chi: A Short Story 2 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.6 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories are small snapshots, most less than 50 pages, and written in different points of view. Therefore, they should be read in order to get the whole picture of this story.
This is a continuation of Chi’s story. This book starts where Chi is living with family friend and looking for his parents and his twin brother. He is going to school under a false name and training with the Underground. He is learning small snippets of information about his family. Has his brother betrayed him? They were always treated differently by their parents. Learn a little more of Chi’s POV in this installment.
That is the thing about this series each little chunk is a block of time that you get with from each character's point of the same period. They make for very interesting chunks of the big picture. ...more
Chi: A Short Story 1 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.1 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories Chi: A Short Story 1 by Alice Rachel Four Stars
Chi: A Short Story 1 is part of the Under Ground Series #0.1 by Alice Rachel. This set of short stories are small snapshots, most less than 50 pages, and written in different points of view. Therefore, they should be read in order to get the whole picture of this story.
This book is written in Chi’s POV. This book starts before he has met Thia. It shows Chi’s feelings and thoughts as he knows them. It takes him from a time when he wakes up and his family is gone. He moves in with some trusted friends and what happens as he tries to find his family.
That is the thing about this series each little chunk is a block of time that you get with from each character's point of the same period. They make for very interesting chunks of the big picture. ...more
Blood Laws by Lexi C. Foss is the first book in the Immortal Curse Series. This is the first book I have read fromBlood Laws by Lexi C. Foss Four Stars
Blood Laws by Lexi C. Foss is the first book in the Immortal Curse Series. This is the first book I have read from Ms. Foss, but definitely won't be the last. This book was full of fast paced twists and turns. Ms. Foss has brought together exceptional character descriptions with witty banter to make a story that invites readers into new and exciting situations at every turn. This paranormal romance has me hooked from the first page to the last.
Stas has a special power she discovered after witnessing her parents murder. She has the psychic power to bend people's minds to her own, which she has kept hidden.
Issac is an immortal pretending to be human. He is portrayed as one of New York City's most eligible bachelors. Issac is on a mission, seeking revenge against someone he once considered an ally. Stas and Issac meet by accident but the attraction they feel is almost instantaneous. When they meet again, Issac make Stas a proposition. This relationship begins with twists and turns of two races at war with each other and how Issac and Stas deal with the situations. Can they come together with so many differences between them? Can they learn to trust each other? The relationship takes the readers on an up and down roller coaster of emotions from hot sexy love scenes to secrets revealed. Will they be able to create a bond that will last a lifetime or will their differences tear them apart?
This is a truly exciting book that has kept me on the edge of this seat from the first page to the last. I can't wait to find out the next sags in this series. ...more
The Devil’s Pride by T. Birmingham is the first book in the Wild Beasts Series. This is the first book I The Devil’s Pride by T. Birmingham Four Stars
The Devil’s Pride by T. Birmingham is the first book in the Wild Beasts Series. This is the first book I have read by this author. I wasn't sure when I started reading this book if it was right for me, but after the first chapter I was totally hooked. This book has hot sex scenes and violences, defiantly an 18+. I really enjoyed getting to know these characters, and the author layer out such a detailed storyline.
Alexa has been bounced around in the foster care system most of her life. The kid would make fun of her because of her red eyes. Most of the foster homes she was in were horrible, but there were a few that she grew attached to. The couple that finally adopted her truly loved her and she loved them back. Alexa has trust issues and doesn't let many people close to her. When Alexa goes on a double date with her friend Mindy and her boyfriend she never expects to meet anyone she could have feelings for.
When Devon was young he ran away from his foster home and left his twin brother there. He made a new life for himself, but he always had guilty feeling about leaving his brother behind. When Devon finds Cam he want to let him know about the powers they possess and about the evil being in the world that would try to kill them.
When Devon and Alexa meet for the first time, he think she is evil because of her red eyes. What ensues is a story of good and evil, friends and foes fighting together against the unknown. This book was a twisty roller coaster of light against dark through the whole story. I truly enjoyed this book and look forward to the next book in the series. ...more
Reckless Conduct is the first book on the Blue Line Series by Brandy Ayers. This is a fun short novella. I aReckless Conduct by Brandy Ayers Five Stars
Reckless Conduct is the first book on the Blue Line Series by Brandy Ayers. This is a fun short novella. I actually read book two first, they can be read as stand alone, but I'm glad I read came back and read this book. I learn more of the backstory of this series.
Sophie Gallo quit college and came home to take care of her father, when he was diagnosed with cancer. While home she started leaning on Sergeant Luke McCracken as a friend. After her father's passing, she started working at the police station. One night after a drinking, Sophie took Luke home thinking she could change his thought on his love em and leave em attitude.
Luke McCracken wasn't ready to commit to anyone and after their one night stand, he pretended that nothing happened and they would just work together. The only problem with this plan is that he couldn't get Sophie out of his head. This was a fast paced book with a lot of action. I love this series and can't wait to read book three in the series. ...more
The Assassin’s Temptation: Micah and Sophia Four Stars
The Assassin's Temptation: Micah and Sophia by Jeanette Rico is the second book in the Confradia The Assassin’s Temptation: Micah and Sophia Four Stars
The Assassin's Temptation: Micah and Sophia by Jeanette Rico is the second book in the Confradia Assassins Series. This suspense / romance is the first book I have read by this author. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I would have liked to read it in order just to get the backstory in the Confradia group. This book has it all, hot romance, action, drama and suspense. It was an emotional roller coaster from the first page to the last. I really enjoyed the way Ms. Rico brought the characters to life and the excitement of the storyline.
Micah St. Claire (Savage) is ex-military. He was so good at his job as an assassin that he was recruited into the Confradia organization. This group helps seek justice for those who can't do it themselves. Micah has never failed in any mission he has been a part of. His only Achilles heel he has is the one woman he can't get out of his head.
Sophia is a college student on the verge of graduation and following her dream to start he own interior design company. She should be happy, and portrays that attitude to her family and friends, but she has never gotten over the man who broke her heart five years ago.
When Sophia and Micah’s paths cross , sparks fly but can they begin to trust each other? What will happen when life and death get in the way? Can they overcome the obstacles thrown in their way? I highly recommend this this roller coaster of a ride. I can't wait to see what comes next and what came first. I will definitely be read the first book in the series. ...more
Queen of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett Four Stars
Queen of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett is the first book in the Life Won't Wait Series, and the firsQueen of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett Four Stars
Queen of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett is the first book in the Life Won't Wait Series, and the first book I have read by this author. Ms. Barrett has created a wonderful plot and highly descriptive characters that make the reader feel a part of the story. I enjoyed the great range of emotions brought out during this book. This book grabbed me from the first chapter to the last.
Quinn Winter is best know as an actress who has had the most characters killed off on daytime television. Quinn needs a change. She really enjoyed playing a country singer on the last soap she acted in. So she decides to try her hand as a country singer, however she never expected the amount of work that it takes to to follow that dream.
Tucker McGinnis never expected to win when he tried out for a reality music show. Win he did and he has blockbuster first album, which makes him famous. The second album is not going so well and he has no prospects for new songs. Tucker overhears Quinn’s audition and is blown away. He decides to take her under his wing and their relationship begins.
Will Quinn and Tucker be able to trust one another? What happens when Tucker suggests they get married for a short time to help their careers? They form a bond through music, but what happens when real life gets in the way? They are both destined to be musical stars, but will they have individual careers or will they be the new power couple? You must read to find out if they will find their HEA. This was a great read and I can't wait to read the next in the series.
Waiting to Fall is the second book of the Waiting Duet by Alyson Reynolds. This two book series is amazi Waiting to Fall by Alyson Reynolds Five Stars
Waiting to Fall is the second book of the Waiting Duet by Alyson Reynolds. This two book series is amazing. I had high hopes for this book, and Ms. Reynolds surely didn't disappoint. I think this book was better than the first. You should definitely read book one in the series first as all the characters are back. The great character descriptions and witty banter along with the storyline made me feel part of the story. I couldn't put it down. I read the book in one sitting, but I kind of wished I had dragged it out because I wanted it to go on and on.
Cora Donovan likes her carefree life. She isn't ready for a relationship and certainly not with her best friend's twin brother, Finn. They have always been friends and he is always there when she needs him, but there is no way she would hurt Olivia and that is what would happen if she and Finn got together and then broke up. However, we don't alway get what we want, and for Cora an attraction has started and she can't be in the same room with him without wanting him.
Finn Crawford couldn't believe how his life changed after a dare. A one night stand with Cora is turning into so much more. With both of them fighting the attraction because it might hurt Oliva, this story really heats up. When the past comes back into Cora’s life will Finn be able to save her? Will Finn and Cora be able to break down the barriers they have put up and learn to trust in their love?
Did I say before, “I Love This Book!�. I just can't wait to see what Ms. Reynolds writes next. She is now on my TBR list. This is an amazing series. ...more
Life’s Second Chances by Anne Stone is the first book in The Show Me Series. This is the first book I havLife’s Second Chances by Anne Stone Five Stars
Life’s Second Chances by Anne Stone is the first book in The Show Me Series. This is the first book I have read by this author and I have to say I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Ms. Stone really brought the characters to life. The story pulled me in from the first page.
Angelina Samuels has just lost the only job she has ever had. She turns around and has a last minute job interview as a teacher right before the school year begins. This feels like a new beginning for her, because not only did she get the job but her best friend from college, Gabriella also works there. They rekindle their friendship and when Gabriella’s mother asks Angelina to help plan the party she meets Gabriella’s brother Alejandro. Then things start going downhill for Angelina when her sister gets sick and she has a personal tragedy.
Alejandro Alvarez is a transplant surgeon who has come home for the first time since he left for college. He came home start a new job and renew his relationships with his friends and family. He is adjusting to his new life which he chose after suffering a great loss that greatly changed his life.
Alejandro meets his sister’s best friend when she helps plan her birthday party. They feel an instant attraction to each other. They seem perfect for each other, but will they realize it before it's too late? Will they learn to trust again? Will they let themselves have second chances.
I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to read the rest of the series. ...more
Famous by Default by MK Harkins is the first book I have read by this author, but definitely won't be the lasFamous by Default by MK Harkins Four Stars
Famous by Default by MK Harkins is the first book I have read by this author, but definitely won't be the last. This YA romance / coming of age book was a page turner. This book gripped me from the first page to the last. I couldn't put it down. MK’s character descriptions were truly heart felt. This book had happy to sad, laughing to crying, it was an emotional roller coaster. The author did a great job dealing with heartbreaking situations.
Sivan grew up in the foster care system after losing her family at age eleven. Sivan didn't have any good experiences in foster care being shifted around from one bad family to the next. At seventeen all she wanted to do was find a place to ride out the months until she turned eighteen. Then she had no idea what the future would hold. Sivan was introverted by circumstances but as new how to take care of herself, she learned self defense out of need.
When Sivan ended up at the farm with Betty, she thought she may have found a home. Betty took her in no questions asked. She let Sivan homeschool and gave her all the love and trust along with her two other foster sisters. Her biggest trigger was men in the house.
Jax just wanted to be free of the limelight. His older brothers, including his twin had started a band that became an overnight smash hit. Jaz had trouble with screaming fan and body guards. He just wanted to go back to being able to hang out at the mall and go to the movies without any problems. Even though he was not part of the band, local news hyped up the possibility that he was going out on his home. After sneaking out without his bodyguard and causing a mob scene at the local mall, his parents think it is best to ship him to Aunt Betty’s farm in Iowa. This way he could finish out his senior year homeschooled and away from crazed fans.
Jax and Sivan’s relationship was one of instant attraction and mistrust put together. Once they got to know each other would they learn to trust? Would Sivan be able to get past the trauma of the past? When tragedy strikes again will everything fall apart again?
This is a must read book and the author is on my TBR list. I truly loved this heartbreaking, up and down roller coaster of a ride. It's a real feels book! ...more
Shock of Fate is the first book of the Anchoress Series by D.L. Armillie. This is the first book I have read Shock of Fate by D. L. Armillie Four Stars
Shock of Fate is the first book of the Anchoress Series by D.L. Armillie. This is the first book I have read by this author and I truly enjoyed it. The author has created two amazing world. The fantasy world has highly descriptive characters that pull you in from the beginning to end.
Vanessa Cross is fifteen years old and has plans for summer vacation. She plans go to the beach, go shopping and get her hair done. She is also trying to cope with her family, an overbearing stepmother and a distracted father. Van’s summer takes a sudden change when she is forced through a portal into the Living World. The only way to get home is to find the Coin of Creation.
Van is learning many new things in the living world. She meets new friends, finds a new love and learns about magic. She travels by magic tree trunks, makes food and drinks with a wish fulfilling bowl, and meet many magical creatures. This is a story of self discovery and as it progresses Van finds that a great destiny is waiting if she can survive the first journey. As the journey evolves you can see Van’s maturity grow and links to her real life. This book really flows from the first page to the last.
This book really intrigued me. I loved the way Ms. Armillie brought her magical world to life and can't wait to read the next book in the series. Definitely will be on my to be read list....more
The Lucky One by Sylvie Stewart is the third book in the Carolina Connections Series. This book can be read aThe Lucky One by Sylvie Stewart Five Stars
The Lucky One by Sylvie Stewart is the third book in the Carolina Connections Series. This book can be read as a stand alone, but why would you want to? This series is a wonderful blend of romance and comedy. Many times during this book I would find myself laughing out loud. Ms. Stewart brings out her character with great descriptions and witty banter. This book will keep you engaged from the first page to the last.
Bailey Murphy is perfectly happy being a tomboy. She has had some bad luck of late, choosing the wrong guy, having job problems. She is starting to bounce back keeping to herself and putting up walls to protect herself. That is until she meets Him.
Jake Bennett is on a pretty lucky streak. He has a great family, a job he loves- his own landscaping company and he is starting over in his home town. That is until he meets a girl.
Bailey and Jake meet at her brother’s wedding. Sparks flew and there was instant attraction, but Bailey ran off leaving Jake intrigued. Jake kept thinking of Bailey for the next two weeks figuring they would see each other again. Finally they bump into each other again. Jake is persistent and Bailey is reluctant. What will happen with these two? Will Bailey learn to trust and let Jake in?
This is a must read book and series. I loved all the books, but this is my favorite so far. Sylvie has true hit. It's the right combination of hot romance and comedy. I often found myself laughing out loud. Ms. Stewart is now on my to be read list. ...more
The Fix is the first book in the Carolina Connections Series by Sylvie Stewart. This romantic comedy was truly funThe Fix by Sylvie Stewart Four Stars
The Fix is the first book in the Carolina Connections Series by Sylvie Stewart. This romantic comedy was truly funny. I love the way Ms. Stewart makes her characters come alive. This book was such an emotional roller coaster that I just couldn't put down. I was hooked from the first page to the last.
Laney Monroe is a single mom, with a boring job who is living with her deadbeat brother, Gavin. This wasn't the life she imagined for herself. Then one day her brother grew up overnight and got himself a job at a construction company. Gavin’s job will change both their lives.
Nate Murphy is happily living his life in Austin, Texas, and then he gets an emergency call from family and he must go to fix it in North Carolina. He has always been close with his Irish family so he really has no choice, but this leaves him with so tough decisions. While he is home, he will be helping his sister run their family construction company.
Nate meets Laney on his construction site where she has stopped to see her brother. Their first meeting doesn't go so well, with screaming and name calling. Nate feels bad and tracts Laney down to apologize, where he is invited to dinner. Nate offers to help Laney remodel her little fixer upper house. You really need to read this book to find out what happens in their relationship. You won't regret it. A truly Hilarious Romance. ...more