Review: Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Four people arrive at Hill House for different reasons. However none are prepared for the terror the house is intending to bring.

This was good, I had seen the movie and television show though. I will say it was a bit slow in places but the last part of the book is where the story really transforms.

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Review: Claiming What’s Mine by Jordan Silver

Claiming What’s Mine by Jordan Silver
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Gavin has wanted Giselle since the moment he saw her. However she was married and off limits. Now she is free but embroiled in trouble and Gavin moves swiftly to have Giselle by his side no matter what.

I liked the idea of this one but I didn’t see the connection as much until midway through the story. Entertaining.

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Review: It Wasn’t Me by Lani Lynn Vale

It Wasn’t Me by Lani Lynn Vale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Piper Mackenzie is returning home after her tour and in order to get there she has to fly. Her anxiety is already heightened but when she sees Jonah Crew working on the plane she is hoping her trip doesn’t become the next installation of Final Destination. When the ride turns turbulent she finds herself sitting next to Jonah. As if fate was setting their course they both end up in Vegas together and married. Can a wild night lead to happily ever after?

I was curious about Jonah when I read the first book and this exceeded expectations. I thought that Piper and Jonah were perfect together. You were not sure what had Jonah so curt in general but with Piper he has a definite softer side.

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Review: Real Murders by Charlaine Harris

Real Murders by Charlaine Harris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Librarian Aurora “Roe” Teagarden is an active member of the Real Murders Club in her small town of Lawrenceton, Georgia. Roe has prepared for the nights meeting and can’t wait to share with the group but the meeting goes awry when a body is discovered of one of the members. Her death is eerily similar to another infamous murder. With suspects a plenty, Roe finds herself tying to solve the case but will it be too late?

Fun read. I thought this was a good story, Roe was not what I was expecting though. She was a bit more plain then I expected. I thought the Murder Club was realistic especially with all the true crime shows out there. Would check out the next book.

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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: His Love by Fiona Davenport

His Love by Fiona Davenport
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Billionaire Justice Kendall has lived his life not expecting to meet his one, but he does when he sees his neighbor next door. Justice is biding his time until Blair is eighteen before he makes his move though, but Blair has no clue of his interest.

This was a bit unfinished for me. Had some questions at the end about Blair and her father that I wondered what was going on. Good but too short.

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Review: Her Love by Fiona Davenport

Her Love by Fiona Davenport
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The minute Thatcher Kendall saw Imogene in the park, he knew she was the one. He found out all he could and put a plan in motion to find a home they could live in and begin their life. However, Imogene has no clue that Thatcher is interested in her and when he finds out she doesn’t have a home the plans he had are thrown out the window and he decides to claim her sooner.

This was fun. The problem with quickies is they are rushed unfortunately. I think if they had a bit more time to develop the couple it would have been outstanding. I wanted to know more about Imogene. Good story though.

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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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Review: Riggs by Crystal Daniels and Sandy Alvarez

Riggs by Crystal Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Abel “Riggs” LeBlanc has been called in as a favor to the Kings of Retribution MC main chapter to help protect Luna Novak. Luna is a woman in hiding from her ex who she witnessed killing a man. When Riggs sees Luna, he knows he will do everything in his power to keep her safe. Luna finds herself falling for Riggs but the guilt she has for putting them in danger makes her anxious. Riggs though wants her to trust him and she quickly becomes the most important thing in his life.

Excellent, terrific kick off for a new series. I think this one was a bit grittier then the Montana series. Riggs is wowza, compliments Luna perfectly. Highly entertaining.

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Review: Prospect by Crystal Daniels

Prospect by Crystal Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sam McGregor has walked away from his father after his demands he join the family business. Sam doesn’t want anything to do with the man who only looked out for himself and treated his mother and himself horribly. Relocating to Texas with his best friends he meets Sofia who has her own demons she is working on slaying. Sam is patient though and knows that Sofia is meant to be his. When he is asked to prospect for The Kings of Retribution MC, everything begins to fit Now is his time to prove to Sofia he is worth the chance, but old threats surround them and will they figure out where they are coming from in time?

Great read. I was curious to see what Sam’s story would be when he was introduced. Liked Sofia, she is a survivor who has made strong strides on finding her own path. Anxious to see who is part of the next book.

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