Review: Until Forever by Mary B. Moore

Until Forever by Mary B. Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cole knew the minute he saw Ebru she was his one, his only but he didn’t want to be tied down for reasons he never told anyone else. It was painful being in Ebru’s presence and with a few misconstrued words he kept pushing her away. However, after the temptation became too much Cole decided to lay it all out for Ebru.

Ebru knows everyone thinks Cole is the big airheaded goofball he acts like but there is also a sweetness to him that only she sees. Ebru is willing to take a chance with Cole but she has trust issues stemming from her past and Cole is determined to help her work through them. When his past though comes back to haunt him though will Ebru be willing to stand by his side?

This was the funniest out of all of them so far. I loved the beginning to middle but once Cole and Ebru got serious it took a different tone a little bit. He is still adorable and full of fun, but Ebru you can’t quite figure out she is more go with the flow. Great story, full of laughter.

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Review: The Blacksmith Queen by G.A. Aiken

The Blacksmith Queen by G.A. Aiken
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With the Old King’s death, his sons have started off their quest to take the throne by killing one another and seeking out the prophesied Queen who is but a farm girl. Keely Smythe is more though she is a Blacksmith and when the Amichai and her long lost sister arrive claiming that Beatrix is the Queen from the prophesy all hell breaks loose. Caid, a surly man who Keely knows there is more too catches her interest but her main focus is protecting her family. The prophesy though is not all it seems to be and Keely finds herself in the brunt of everything swirling around her.

There is so so much more to this story that I cannot even delve into. Keely is a heroine you truly want to know. Caid is perfect for Keely. Filled with humor, action and several surprises. I would reread this book in a heartbeat. Thoroughly entertaining.

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Review: Crazy About Tara by Mallory Funk

Crazy About Tara by Mallory Funk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Derek and Tara are surprised that they are about to take the next step in their relationship. Life has a way of throwing curveballs at you and they are going to navigate through with the help of their crazy family and friends.

This was a sweet story about Derek and Tara. They got together in the first book but this gives light to the back story as well as what happens to them.

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Release Blitz and Giveaway: Woke Up Dead by Nadia Gilkes

Fiction / Humor

Date Published: August 27, 2019

Hope Allison McKinley died. Or, at least everyone thought she did. When she suddenly wakes up in the middle of her own funeral – to the shock of all her loved ones – that is just the beginning of her problems.

Reawakened, Hope now sees what everyone really thought of her. The casket is cheap, the flowers suck, and she’s wearing an outfit she wouldn’t be caught dead in! It’s her worst nightmare come true and all hell is about to break loose.

In Woke Up Dead, Hope is faced with the enormous task of putting her death behind her and rebuilding her life. Having to overcome being a YouTube sensation and being shunned by her family, she slowly comes to realize that this is going to be a long, difficult, frustrating road.

If you ever wondered what would happen if you Woke Up Dead, let Hope Allison McKinley walk you through the trials and tribulations in a story that will have you dying to read more.

About the Author

I hate the idea of being kept in a box. I have always had a creative flair and delight in quilting, writing, and occasionally dusting off my flute. Over the past decade, I’ve served my clients and community as a family law attorney. I genuinely love serving, but being devoted to others can often leave one feeling drained and unfulfilled.

In 2019, a mind shift happened. I decided to unchain myself from my desk and nurture my need to create. I stopped living the life others expected of me and started chasing my dreams. In September of 2019, my first book, Woke Up Dead, will be available for purchase. It is an amusing, tongue-in-cheek novella about a young woman who wakes up at her own funeral, to the shock of those in attendance, and soon finds that getting back to life as normal is nearly impossible.

In my spare time, you can find me traveling, creating, attending concerts, and drinking my sorrows away after the latest Buffalo Bills loss. I also attend as many P!nk experiences as I possibly can. (She does not do concerts … she creates bucket list experiences …).

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Review: Tainted Gold by Mary B Moore

Tainted Gold by Mary B. Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tate has been crushing on Lily since the day he met her. Then she started dating a loser and Tate was biding his time. Lily didn’t have any feelings for the guy who kept asking her out but he was not taking the hint. However, finding him sleeping with another woman was a bit too much for her. Tate ends up finding his way to Lily and they both have a night of passion, while drunk and the foggy memories reside but so does something else. Now Lily is pregnant, Tate has disappeared and she is trying to figure out what to do. Tate though was working everything out while helping out his family, now he plans to be by Lily’s side no matter what.

I liked this one, you thought Tate was flighty in the past books but he is anything but. I liked Lily she is a spitfire. Another great addition to the series.

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Review: Need You For Keeps by Marina Adair

Need You for Keeps by Marina Adair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deputy Jonah Baudouin should stay away from town trouble maker and savior of pets, Shay Michaels. She lets her emotions set her path and that is exact opposite of Jonah. Jonah should be focusing on running for Sheriff but Shay keeps crossing his path the next thing he knows they have a kiss they will not talk about and he is babysitting a kitten he doesn’t want. Shay has a way of making him smile, she is beautiful both inside and out and Jonah can’t seem to stay away. But when the town of St. Helena’s most influential takes airs some of Shay’s dirty laundry to stop her from her cause, everything becomes a hot mess and Jonah needs to decide if he stands by Shay’s side or lets her go.

Loved this, great summer read. Shay is a free spirit and so animated it comes off of each page in the story. Her friends are hilarious, the side characters are a real treat as well. Jonah is a pure charmer, he wants Shay but at the same time tries to run from it. Slow burn romance at it’s finest.

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Review: Three Wishes by Kristen Ashley

Three Wishes by Kristen Ashley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lily Jacobs grew up with humble beginnings but she also grew up with a genie who had been with her family for two other generations. Fazire had given the family three wishes, only one has ever been used and now Fazire has to give Lily news he knows will devastate her.

The timing was all wrong, Lily had fallen in love with Nathaniel McAllister in a whirlwind romance but when she receives news that shatters her world she heads home. Despite all her efforts she doesn’t hear from Nate. Eight years later Nate finds out Lily had a child that was his and he wants answers. Everything he thought he new turns out to be a lie but Nate always was battling himself with not feeling he was good enough for Lily, will he figure it out in time or will he let his insecurities ruin the best thing that ever happened to him.

Throw in a genie with a temper, a warm soul and a alpha male and you have a magnificent read. This was wonderful, had a few teary eyed moments and I was surprised how it played out. Loved Lily, she is sweet and yet has a bit of a temper that ignites with Nate. Nate is broody and a bit to hard on himself but a perfect match for Lily. Excellent read.

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Royal Chase by Sariah Wilson

Royal Chase by Sariah Wilson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

PR agent Lemon Beauchamp would never admit to Prince Dante of Monterra that she is attracted to him, she is. However she knows she has no place in his life and he is royalty of course. Instead Lemon finds herself engaged to another, even if there is no love there, it should be a safe marriage.

Prince Dante is the newest bachelor for the reality show Marry Me. He already knows who he wants as his wife, but Lemon is untouchable at least for the moment. When a contestant gets removed from the show, Lemon is put in her place believing it will just be for the first round. However, other things are at play and Lemon begins to truly believe that she and Dante could build something together, but is it all a facade?

Very entertaining read. Felt like I was part of the Bachelor show. Gave you a glimpse behind the scenes and I loved Dante, swoon worthy hero. Had several unexpected twists I think readers will enjoy.

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Hunting Season by Shelly Laurenston

Hunting Season by Shelly Laurenston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wilhelm Yager, leader of the Ravens knows one thing, Neecy Lawrence is going to be his. Neecy is part of the New Jersey Crows and although they both are fighting for their own clan, he has a plan to get Neecy in his bed, apartment, and wherever else he can take her. Neecy is not interested though, she doesn’t want to be anywhere near Yager. Will makes her a proposition though, 24 hours in his bed. Neecy agrees however she doesn’t realize that Yager has some loopholes of his own.

Very fun read. Neecy is a handful, but Will does not back down. He is half crazy and I loved the geek factor, citing Russ Meyers was a hoot. Completely different type of book for Shelly Laurenston, has a little bit of mythology twists into the story.

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Got A Hold On You by Pat White

Got a Hold on You by Pat White

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Frankie McGee decided to help her uncle out only to have his hair brained ideas come bite her in the but. The straight laced accountant, now is the mysterious Tatiana the Tigress who is parading herself around in a bikini and pretending to be the volatile love interest of wrestler Black Jack Hudson.

Jack overheard Frankie spout her disillusioned idea of his sport and she has grated on his nerves ever since. Jack decides to have a little fun with driving her nuts, while trying to force his way out of a contract he wants out of. Having a naive and untrained Tatiana is a sure fire way of getting out of it, but he didn’t plan on the chemistry or the lady behind the mask.

Hilarious. I thought Tatiana was a hoot, she is so out of her comfort zone but she does okay for herself. Often causing a stir and often with Jack giving her a kiss to shut her up or take back control of the situation. Definitely picking up more from this author.

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