Review: Red Rising by Pierce Brown

Red Rising by Pierce Brown
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Darrow is considered part of the Reds, each person born on Mars is stationed by color and by what they have to offer. Red is the bottom of the of the different colors. When a major event happens that changes the course of his life, Darrow has a chance to get revenge. Everything Darrow thought he knew is about to be shattered and Darrow will play a role he never expected.

There is so much to this story that I don’t want to give too much away. I thought this was exceptional. Yes there are similarities to Hunger Games but I thought this had a whole different aspect to it that was more suspenseful because Darrow has a huge burden on this shoulders to accomplish the impossible. Excellent.

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Review: His Mrs. Right by Sam Crescent

His Mrs. Right by Sam Crescent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brice decides the moment he meets Danielle that she will be his but Danielle has no interest in being another notch on his bed post. Brice decides to try a different tactic to woo Danielle, he becomes her friend and recipe sampler. Danielle is a popular tv chef and Brice is willing to do anything to have her by his side. Danielle though initially is reluctant to be more then friends especially since her parents are always looking for a suitable suitor for marriage that can take over her parents company. Can Danielle trust Brice enough to see more than a rich bachelor?

I liked this one a lot. Hit every checkbox for me. I liked Brice, he seems a bit off his game with Danielle and I really enjoyed that element of the story. Danielle is great, could easily see her as a chef on television. Great entertainment.

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Review: Infatuation by Aurora Rose Reynolds

Infatuation by Aurora Rose Reynolds
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Justin noticed when Aubrey moved in to his apartment complex but never made a move to get to know her until he found her having issues with her car. Pregnant and from what he can tell, holding the weight of the world on her shoulders, Justin knows he wants to be the man who she can lean on. With patience and understanding Justin earns Aubrey’s trust, but will Aubrey return the feelings?


I have been waiting for this one feels like forever and it was everything I was hoping for. I have always been a big fan of Justin’s so to read about the woman who steals his heart was an added bonus. Story swept me off my feet, loved every moment of this one.

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Review: Devastated by R.L. Mathewson

Devastated by R.L. Mathewson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hunter O’Mallery has a temper and its that legendary temper that gets him put under house arrest with a live in assistant he does not want. When Kylie Davis shows up to move in and work, Hunter does his best to not make her feel welcome and to try to get her to leave. Until one day Hunter finds that he wants to solve the puzzle of Kylie but when he does then what?

I don’t want to divulge much of this one because it is completely different then R.L. Mathewson’s other books. This was a page turner for me and I absolutely loved it. Hunter you want to throttle at times but he quickly becomes one of my favorite heroes as the story goes. Kylie is a wonder, going to reread again and again.

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Review: If You Say So by Lani Lynn Vale

If You Say So by Lani Lynn Vale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luca and Frankie were engaged when he left for his term as a Navy SEAL. Two years later Luca is MIA and when his best friend and look alike, Malachi comes home with no memory Frankie is torn. Frankie knows Luca would want her to help Malachi but her feelings are doing a number on her where he is concerned. What she doesn’t know though is Malachi has his own questions about what is going on with himself that he needs to resolve as well.

I don’t want to divulge to much because the story needs to tell itself. I absolutely loved this. It is a roller coaster ride from beginning to end. Bravo.

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Review: Story of Us by Jody Holford

Story of Us by Jody Holford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sophia Strombi never thought she would return home with her head held in her hands. Her pride though has her getting a job with longtime friend of the brother Declan James. Declan doesn’t understand what is going on with Sophia or her need to keep it a secret she has returned home, but something about Sophia has Declan wanting to protect her. What will happen when secrets are revealed and how will her close knit family handle her being back?

I liked this a lot. It had a mixture of sweet, heartache, and slow burn romance. I wanted to smack Sophia’s family initially but you got who they were and they did redeem themselves as the story went on. Declan was swoon worthy. wonderful read. Highly recommend.

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Review: Keeping Ava by Elena M. Reyes

Keeping Ava by Elena M. Reyes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ava witnesses a brutal attack on the way home from her shop only to find the man attacking is a man she has known for years. Although he is arrested, he escapes and Ava finds herself shuffled from place to place trying to keep her safe. When she ends up in California under the protection of Elijah.

Elijah doesn’t want to babysit a witness who is tied to an old case he worked on. When he meets Ava though he changes his mind quickly and falls hard for the woman he is sworn to protect.

This was just what I was looking for when I read the synopsis for this book. I enjoyed every page of this story and thought the pace was perfect. I liked all the characters and it surprised me in a few places which is always a plus. Excellent.

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Review: Gage by Ella Fox

Gage by Ella Fox
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Hollywood A-list star Gage Ryan sees rising star Morgan Kelly for the first time he feels something the long time confirmed bachelor has never felt before, need to spend time with her. However a misunderstanding has Morgan weary of Gage’s attention and she knows his reputation of never wanting to settle down, she is not that type of girl. Gage though knows Morgan is something special and is willing to break all of his rules to be with her, will she trust Gage to give their relationship a try?

I liked this one a lot. Had just the right mix of romance, drama and glimpses into Hollywood life. I really liked Gage, he radiates charisma with every action he takes on the page. Wonderful read, can’t wait to read the next book.

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Review: The Bourbon Kings by JR Ward

The Bourbon Kings by J.R. Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tulane “Lane” Baldwin left Charlemont, Kentucky without a second glance after he lost the only woman he loved Lizzie King. Lane is the first one to say he made mistakes in his past but the reason for his split with Lizzie was one he made before they got together. Hearing that the woman who basically raised him, Aurora has fallen ill he finds his way back. Lizzie is still working for his families estate and he decides to go after what he wants, Lizzie. However there is a lot of treachery going on from his powerful father and Lane finds himself unraveling each part of it and finding himself on the cusp of losing everything that matters to him.

There is so much to this story, you have the Lane and Lizzie angle. You have the family dynamic specifically Lane’s brother Edward who I was completely fascinated with. His sister Jen who is just a hot mess. All the characters are intriguing and this is a page turner. Excellent read.

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Review: Sinners Are Winners by Lani Lynn Vale

Sinners are Winners by Lani Lynn Vale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It started at a baseball game, Lock saw the black haired beauty who haunted his thoughts and ruined his career. On the eve of moving back home Saylor wishes she had a way to fix the problem at hand, a job, but all of her efforts have been foiled and she has one last thing to do and that is being part of the wedding and making the cake. With her apartment all packed up though she is borrowing a kitchen and ends up on Lock’s door. Lock wants to know more about Saylor but with her leaving it is impossible but what if he could bide some time?

Another fantastic story for Lani Lynn Vale. I loved this, Lock is a sweeter male character and not quite as alpha male as the other books but it works. Loved Saylor, she is sweet but feisty. Love the moments with her dad, perfect.

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