Author Archives: Sandy

A Kiss of Flame (Shadows Eternal 3) by Ashley Lockwood-review

Posted on by
14

A Kiss of Flame (Shadows Eternal 3) by Ashley Lockwood-review

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 30, 2024

One last adventure. A dragon bound by duty. A simmering passion that could change everything.

A Kiss of Flame will be the third book in the Shadows Eternal Series.

Barith thought he’d find his true mate long before his mother, Queen Eithne of the Sun Dragon horde, chose one for him. But time has run out. As the eldest of her five children, the queen is ready for her son to make a match and return to the horde to fulfill his duty. Fate intervenes when Barith learns his oldest friend, the half-fae mage Levian, has vanished while tracking a group of dangerous thieves. Seizing the chance to delay his impending fate, Barith embarks on a rescue mission that could be his last taste of freedom.

Levian agrees to let Barith join her investigation into the mysterious dark thieves she calls the Black Masks, knowing their friendship will change forever once he’s mated. When their efforts lead them to an exclusive club catering to magickal creatures’ darkest desires, their act to blend in ignites a firestorm of temptation and long-suppressed feelings that threatens to consume them both.

As duty and desire collide, Barith and Levian must confront the true nature of their bond before it’s too late. Will they risk everything for a chance at love, or will ancient traditions and old wounds tear them apart?

•••

REVIEW:A KISS OF FLAME is the third instalment in Ashley Lockwood’s contemporary, adult SHADOWS ETERNAL paranormal, fantasy romance series. This is dragon prince Barith McCroy, and mage/Fae Levian Myrddin’s story line. A KISS OF FLAME can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Barith and Levian) A KISS OF FLAME follows the best friends to lovers / forbidden relationship between dragon prince Barith McCroy and half Fae/mage Levian Myrddin. Prince Barith is betrothed to a female dragon in the hopes of making a stronger horde for the Queen but Barith has been in love with his best friend Levian for as long as he can remember, and struggles with his mother’s choice. Levian, the Wizen Council of Mage’s official Ambassador to the Zephyr High Court, finds herself on the hunt for stolen artifacts, artifacts imbued with magical power. The Black Masks, shadow thieves, are working alongside a power mage, a mage who has mastered the dark arts but with the help from a prisoner with inside knowledge, Levian journeys towards the darkness, in an effort to reclaim what doesn’t belong.

The world building follows several paths including the introduction of Prince Barith’s siblings, and their Queen mother, a woman who is determined to control her only son. On her own, Levian searches for the stolen relics, wherein she will be come face to face with the darkness.

The relationship between Levian and Barith is a best friends to lovers; a forbidden relationship in which neither one is willing to admit their love, a love that is prohibited by the dragon Queen. Betrothed to someone he doesn’t love, Barith struggles between duty and honor, and the love of a woman he cannot have. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of coloful, magical and powerful secondary and supporting supernatural characters including the introduction of Barith’s sisters Catriona, Judith, Flora and Gwen, and their mother Queen Eithne; half-faes Lucian Vane and his co-conspirator Tsuki; as well as Levian’s father Merlin McCroy; and High Daemon Lord Carvatticus; The requisite evil has many faces.

A KISS OF FLAME is a story of power and control, magic and mayhem, secrets and lies, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The slow building premise is detailed and dramatic; the romance is fated and seductive; the characters are desperate and dynamic.

Reading Order and Previous reviews
Shadow of Dark Desire
A Heart of Ice and Shadow

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

__________

Haven’t started the series? Book 1-SHADOW OF DARK DESIRE is FREE

 Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / B&N / KOBO /

Book 2-A HEART OF ICE AND SHADOW is only 99¢

 Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Share

LADY EVA’S FALLEN ROGUE (The Riddle Sisters 1) by Jennifer Monroe

Posted on by
15

RoeLADY EVA’S FALLEN ROGUE (The Riddle Sisters 1) by Jennifer Monroe-review

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 1, 2024

As the eldest daughter of one of England’s most influential families, Lady Eva Riddle has no time for love. Since the tragic accident that claimed her parents and fiancé, she has devoted herself entirely to raising her younger sisters. But when a cryptic letter surfaces regarding her parents’ past, it directs her to seek out a former Bow Street Runner, Garrett Dryden—a strikingly handsome rogue with a wicked smile and the only man who can help her uncover the truth.

Garrett Dryden, once accustomed to a life of privilege, now sells his skills to the highest bidder. Romance is the last thing on his mind; that is, until a captivating new client arrives at his door. Lady Eva is poised, breathtakingly beautiful, and a symbol of everything he despises about high society. Though he knows the mystery she seeks to unravel will lead them both into peril, Garrett reluctantly agrees to help.

As their partnership deepens, so does the undeniable attraction between them. But trust is hard-won for a disillusioned rogue, and Eva’s lingering doubts about Garrett’s shadowy past could leave her reputation—and her heart—in jeopardy. In a world where scandal can destroy even the most enduring love, will they risk everything for a chance at happiness?

The first in The Riddle Sisters series, Lady Eva’s Fallen Rogue is a Regency romance filled with endearing characters, secrets, and a love that defies all odds.

••••••••

REVIEW: A new series by an author I’ve not read before.

Lady Eva Riddle’s parents and fiancé are killed in a tragic carriage accident, and for over a year now, she’s looked after her younger siblings. One day she received a package and a letter, it advises her to talk to no one about the contents, but to seek out an ex Bow Street Runner.

Garrett Dryden is now a book binder, well that’s his cover, he’s actually private investigator (or thief catcher) down on his luck, he was once a man of wealth and title. He’s quick to judge the wealthy as they usually come across and rude and arrogant. But secretly longs to restore his good name.

He’s approached by a young woman who asks for his help in solving a case. At first he’s not really interested. But something about the case intrigues him….

Together they set off to uncover the mystery of the package and the “supposedly” accidental death of her parents and fiancée.

Both have trust issues, and it does take a little time for that trust to be earned. And even it does, then Garrett is convinced she is the last for him! But can he keep her safe from the danger that soon befalls them?

A clean/sweet romance is what I usually read when I’ve overloaded on dark/mafia and heavy topics. And this one hit the spot.

Both Garrett and Eva are really great characters, technically from the same background, until Garrett falls on hard times (do we find out why? 🤐) both are hard workers, both want answers to the puzzle that surrounds them.

A few plot twists (a few I saw coming, but one or two did surprise me.)

How will Eva take the news that her parents and fiancée were not all they seemed? And will she be able to serve justice on their behalf?

It’s the first book in a new series, and I can’t wait to see where the next one takes us. This one ends well, but leaves it open for the next book. So I’d probably advise reading in order.

If you like your romance with no smut, but with plenty of mystery, then I think you’ll like this one.

🦋 Reviewed by Julie

Copy supplied for review

Share

Neutral Zone Trap (For Puck’s Sake 10) by Crea Reitan-review tour

Posted on by
14

🏒💜Neutral Zone Trap (For Puck’s Sake 10) by Crea Reitan-review tour🏒💜

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 12, 2024

I want something true.

Torin

Hiding behind my mascot mask has always worked in my favor. As someone with social anxiety and paralyzing shyness, the ability to be out in the world without being seen is the only way I’m able to function. It also means I can long for my crush from afar without him knowing.

I’m invisible inside my costume and try to go unseen otherwise. Except that Hugo always sees me because he’s such a sweet, kind, thoughtful man. Is it any surprise that I’m completely in love with him?

What starts out as an accidental anonymous text turns into a date but there’s just one problem. Hugo thinks he’s texting a girl. What happens when he finds out that’s not the case?

Hugo

When my closest friends all pair up, I’m left as the unpartnered ninth wheel, which becomes awkward and makes me feel out of place. That’s where my new friend, Torin, comes in.

The face behind the Surry the Seal is Torin Jonah. He’s so quiet and nice, I try to always make sure to say hi to him when I see him. It’s not hard to make sure someone knows that you see them.

We start hanging out all the time – having sleepovers, platonic cuddling, maybe a little throwback to teenage mutual jerking sessions in the shower amongst bros. When I tell him that I’ve been talking to this girl and I think I like her, suddenly I feel like I’m being unfaithful to him.

Now I’m not sure what to do. Date this girl or maybe see if Torin could possibly be interested in me and see what happens.

•••••

REVIEW:I absolutely loved this book. It’s my second favourite in this series.

Yes it’s a slow burn (but I’m so glad it was) is there plenty of hockey? (yes there is) do we catch up with regulars from the series? Absolutely.

Torin although part of this series, hasn’t really been seen in previous books. He’s the clubs mascot. Hidden behind a mask is just how Torin likes it. Suffering from crippling anxiety meant Torin can’t really get a job that he’s seen! So hiding gives him a wage and a sense of purpose.

Torin also has a HUGE crush on Hugo. It started also as soon as Torin spots Hugo, and when he says hi, or waves to him, it just makes his crush grow.

But Hugo is straight, and Torin wouldn’t ever put himself in a position to say hi.

Hugo is a defender, it’s his job to keep the puck away before it gets to the goal. He’s a big guy, and has been told often he’s just a “jock”, he’s been told to think before he speaks as he often offends! He loves his team mates, and he loves what he does…..

But….. Hugo is lonely! He’s watching his friends pair off and find their happy ever afters. And the puck bunnies don’t really hold any interest for him anymore. (In fact, there is a part in here that makes me 😱 and then 😢)

Torin starts the ball rolling by accidentally texting Hugo! (I’m not going to give that part away, as I did chuckle at that incident.) Hugo responds, and they start a conversation…..

Meanwhile Hugo has started coming over and saying hi to Torin, and a friendship begins…..

Hugo is socially awkward, he just says whatever he thinks or feels. (Not really the done thing, but I found it endearing) he likes the friendship that is growing between Torin and him, but he’s also looking forward to the texts he receives from his new friend. And as his feelings for both of the people, start to grow, he has to make a choice….

So what happens when Hugo goes on a date with his text “girl” and meets the man who has slowly taken over Hugo’s every waking moment?

OMG!! There is apart in here, that absolutely broke me 😢 I kept fingers, toes and everything in between crossed 🤐

The storyline is absorbing, the characters had my attention from the first word, until the last one. I just wanted this story to go on and on and on.

I like the words we get from the author in the beginning of her book, and at the end. Usually very thought provoking.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Shiver
Starting Line
Lucky Shot
The Crease
Wingman Score
Coach Stare Down
Stick Lessons
The Defending Goal
Just Winging It

Copy supplied for review

🦋 Reviewed by Julie B

Crea lives in upstate New York with her dog and husband. She has been writing since grade school, when her second grade teacher had her class keep writing journals. She has a habit of creating secondary, and often time tertiary, characters that take over her stories. All of her RH relationships end up being heavily polyamorous – meaning it’s not just all the men for one woman. There’s also some M/M action going on. When she can’t fall asleep at night, she thinks up new scenes for her characters to act out. This, of course, is how most of her meant-to-be-thrown-away characters tend to end up front and center – and utterly swoon-worthy! Don’t ask her how many book boyfriends she has…

When not writing, Crea is an avid reader. Her TBR pile is several hundred books high (don’t even look at her kindle wish list or the unread books on her tablet). Sometimes, she enjoys crafting; sometimes, exploring nature; sometimes, traveling. Mostly, she enjoys putting her characters on paper and breathing life into them. Oh, and sleeping. Crea loves to sleep!

Author Links:

Facebook Group / Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Website /

Share

Shadow of Justice 1 & 2 by Jules MacLeod-reviews & guest post

Posted on by
14

Shadow of Justice: The Fall and Rise  & Moving On by Jules MacLeod-reviews & guest post

SHADOW OF JUSTICE: The Fall and Rise #1
by Jules MacLeod
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, police, thriller

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date: August 5, 2024

In Shadow of Justice—The Fall and Rise—someone guns down Detective Robert Cooper outside his apartment, leaving his partner, Detective Josh Watson, devastated. A strange, unsettling occurrence soon makes him question his own sanity. Ignoring his captain’s orders to stay away from the case, he is driven to seek justice. His investigation uncovers a web of deceit stretching beyond the city, leading him to dangerous places, putting his life at risk. As time runs out and the stakes rise, he must piece together the clues to bring the shooter to justice, all while facing unseen dangers and mounting threats.

Who committed this cold-blooded crime, and will they ever pay for their actions?

Shadow of Justice is a suspense-filled mystery, packed with unexpected twists, as Watson navigates the shadows of deceit and danger in his relentless pursuit of the truth.

Prepare for a gripping journey of suspense, mystery, and twists in this thrilling whodunnit.

•••••••

REVIEW:SHADOW OF JUSTICE : THE FALL AND RISE is the first instalment in Jules Macleod’s contemporary, adult, paranormal, police thrillers focusing on thirty three year old NYPD Detective Josh Watson, and his partner Detective Robert Cooper.

Told from several omniscient third person POVs including Josh Watson, and numerous and limited perspectives SHADOW OF JUSTICE: THE FALL AND RISE follows NYPD Detective Josh Watson as he hunts for the killer of his NYPD partner. Detective Robert ‘Bobby’ Cooper was gunned downed, and in the aftermath, Detective Josh Watson begins to spiral out of control. On a leave of absence then suspended for disobeying orders, Josh goes in search of a killer, aided by the ghosts from the past. Meanwhile, the Colombian Cartel is at work in New York, and Josh finds himself at the center of another investigation wherein a journey to South America forces Josh to reconsider everything he left behind.

The world building follows several paths, two investigations, and an action packed search for the truth. Although Detective Robert Cooper’s murder is quickly resolved, Josh Watson, with the help of his ‘spirit guide’ finds himself at a crossroads going forward but saying that the jump between points of view is often frenetic as is the bounce between limited and omniscient perspectives.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, powerful, dangerous and questionable secondary and supporting characters including several NYPD law enforcement; staff psychiatrist Dr. Jacqueline Bradshaw ; Colombian police and special forces COPES; and several members of the Colombian Cartel.

SHADOW OF JUSTICE is a slow building, intriguing and engaging story of murder and vengeance, secrets and the supernatural; acceptance and decisions. The premise is captivating but there is more telling than showing, and once again the jump between characters and perspectives can be disconcerting. There is a mix of written narrative, contemplation and reflection. SHADOW OF JUSTICE ends on a bit of a cliff hanger-you have been warned.

Copy supplied for review

_______

SHADOW OF JUSTICE: Moving On #2
by Jules MacLeod
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, police, thriller

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 30, 2024

NYPD Detective Josh Watson returns from a transformative trip, haunted by the memory of a woman he left behind. As he tries to move on, a new drug lord rises in the syndicate he previously investigated, only to be overthrown by a ruthless South American rival, plunging the city into chaos. Josh picks up the investigation into the murder of a cop, but his passion for justice fades, leaving him disillusioned.

Seeking solace in a new relationship, Josh dives deeper into investigating a mysterious crime organization that threatens his life. As the stakes rise, someone close to Josh faces mortal danger, forcing him to act. Teaming up with trusted NYPD colleagues and the elite COPES unit, he races to uncover the criminals and stop the threat. In a final, deadly showdown, Josh must protect the person he cares about and fight for his own survival, as both face the very real possibility of death

•••••

REVIEW:SHADOW OF JUSTICE: MOVING ON by Jules Macleod is the second instalment in the author’s contemporary, adult, paranormal, police thriller focusing on thirty three year old NYPD Detective Josh Watson, and his partner Detective Robert Cooper. MOVING ON should not be read as a stand alone as it picks up after the events of book one THE FALL AND RISE.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from several omniscient third person POVs including Josh Watson and numerous limited perspectives SHADOW OF JUSTICE: MOVING ON follows Detective Josh Watson as he reconsiders his future. Having left the police force to start anew as a private investigator, Josh finds himself working alongside his former colleagues as his latest assignment continues to focus on the Colombian Cartel. Believing someone new is now in control of the Cartel, Josh, his girlfriend Dr. Jacqueline Bradshaw, and the late detective Bobby Cooper begin to unravel a trail of destruction, destruction that is closer than they could have ever imagined. A new start, a new life, a new love and a prosperous future working alongside the NYPD finds Josh a target of the Cartel, and a man who will stop at nothing to get his revenge.

Once again, there is a large ensemble cast of energetic and charismatic secondary and supporting characters including NYPD law enforcement, Captain Sam Granger and Colombian Special Forces aka COPES.

SHADOW OF JUSTICE: MOVING ON is another dramatic and engaging story of secrets and the supernatural, power and control, acceptance and moving on. The premise is intriguing and entertaining but like the first instalment the jump between characters and perspectives (often between paragraphs) can be disconcerting

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

Unveil the Shadow of Justice!

A heinous act shatters the early morning silence in New York City. NYPD Detective Robert Cooper is gunned down in cold blood, leaving his colleagues desperate for answers. Detective Josh Watson, shaken and determined, defies orders to uncover the truth behind his partner’s murder. Is he suffering from PTDS or hallucinating? Who or what is the Shadow of Justice?

Will Josh piece together the clues and bring the criminal to justice?

As he delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of deception that extends beyond the city limits. Every shadow hides a secret, and every revelation brings Josh closer to the truth—and danger. This fast-paced, thrilling crime and mystery novel is packed with explosive action sequences that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Ready to join the adventure?

Get your copy now and dive into the gripping world of Shadow of Justice!

Share

Bleeding Heart (Sara Browne 4) by Tricia T Larochelle-review tour

Posted on by
14

Bleeding Heart (Sara Browne 4) by Tricia T Larochelle-review & excerpt tour

ebook only 99¢ usd: Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

 

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 3,2024

Sara Williams yearns for a tranquil existence as she embraces her new life as a teacher and wife. Her ultimate desire is to cultivate a sense of security and simplicity alongside her husband, Scott.

But the escape of a notorious convict, Randy Meyers, disrupts Sara’s and Scott’s newfound stability, unleashing a wave of fear and uncertainty.

While danger looms, Sara is offered an unforeseen opportunity that threatens her future with Scott. Amidst the chaos of Christmastime, Sara and Scott’s love is put to the ultimate test. With each twist and turn, they must decide: will they let fear dictate their destiny, or will they embrace the unknown with open arms?

The heart that beats the hardest is the one that refuses to bleed out hope. Dive into Sara’s world and witness the true mettle of the Christmas spirit.

•••••

REVIEW:Bleeding Heart: A Holiday Romance is the fourth book in the Sara Browne series by Tricia T. Larochelle

Sara and Scott got married six years ago, and now they are trying to put together the life that they have always wished for. Scott is working at an architectural firm, and Sara is working at a middle school with special needs students. They are building their lives together. Scott is building their dream home.

Sara loves her work and just wants a peaceful, calm life with Scott.

While she struggles at times to overcome the trauma of her past, she works hard to try and keep it in check. That is until a infamous murderer escapes, and Sara’s world is turned upside down. Their small town is on high alert, and this brings Sara’s trauma and emotions to the surface again.

While she struggles, she is faced with a difficult choice. Will this choice threaten her future with Scott.
Can they get through the turmoil that has once again overtaken their lives.

This book was a wonderful holiday addition to the Sara Browne series. It can be read as a stand-alone, but I recommend the entire series. This book, as with all of the books by Tricia, takes you on a whirlwind journey through emotions, twists and trauma. I not only love the main characters in these books, but the sub-characters of Amy and Luke are also amazing. I highly recommend if you want a twisty, turn of emotion’s this holiday season.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flickering Heart
Revive
Handfast

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Erin K

 

 

Copyright 2024, Tricia T. LaRochelle
I awoke to the light of the moon filtering in through the plantation blinds, our room quiet as a mouse. The measure of Scott’s breathing told me he was out cold. I turned over to face my clock that flashed 2:33 a.m. with its neon-blue digits. Why was I awake? A dry mouth answeredme. Thirst. I did eat a lot of pizza, and I did have two cosmos. I sat up, trying to rouse my mind enough to head to the bathroom to get some water.
All at once, a noise came out of nowhere. What was that?
I froze. Was it the wind hitting the house? The forecast had called for high winds, the enemy of outdoor Christmas decorations. Plus, this house was new, and I needed to get acquainted with its creaks and gentle moans. A nearby oak cast its shadowy branches across my window, and I found myself imagining it waving hello.
I lowered my feet to the floor and stood, my body suddenly cold. After making love, I often slept naked next to Scott, but in the winter, my shoulders had a way of chilling the rest of my body. Realizing this, I shuffled over to my closet and grabbed a nightshirt and pants made of brushed cotton.
Another sound came from … upstairs? I gazed at the ceiling. Was it a scrape or …? I struggled to process.
And then bang.
My heart practically leaped out of my chest.
Okay, that wasn’t the wind. And that wasn’t a tree, either, unless one was coming through
our second floor right now. I crept over to Scott and shook his shoulders. “Scott, I heard a noise upstairs.” Terror engulfed my senses, making it difficult to breathe.
All I could think was is it the escaped convict, Randy? 


 

Since she was a little girl, Tricia T. LaRochelle has been obsessed with tragic love stories. No
beach reads for her. Bring on the grit with a double side of turmoil. She likes to feel the character’s anguish as they fight to overcome obstacles to be together. Growing up in central
Vermont, she has seen her share of tragedy but remains a hopeful romantic. She now lives in
central Virginia where she continues to foster the possibilities of how love can conquer all.

Flickering Heart is the first book in the Sara Browne Series. Stay tuned for updates and announcements on Instagram, Twitter, or sign up for her email list at TriciaLaRochelle.com.

 

Follow: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Amazon | Goodreads | Pinterest | Newsletter

Share

The Cleaner (Houlihan Men of Dublin 2) by Brooke Summers-review

Posted on by
14

The Cleaner (Houlihan Men of Dublin 2) by Brooke Summers-review tour

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / B&N / KOBO / Google Play / Chapters Indigo /

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 12, 2024

They call me The Cleaner.

My job? Make bodies disappear without a trace.

I’ve done it for years—killed to protect my family, my crew. And I’d do it all over again without a second thought.

Then there’s her—Lisa Turner. She’s the perfect storm that I didn’t see coming.

I met her years ago, a broken girl with eyes that screamed for salvation. I thought I could ignore it, push her away, but fate had other plans.

She’s back in my life now, and I’ll be damned if I let anyone hurt her. She saved me once, and now I’ll protect her from whatever demons still haunt her.

But an unknown foe is coming for us.

Our pasts resurfacing—and it just so happens that mine and Lisa’s pasts are on a collision course.

Only one question remains, will we be strong enough to face the unknown together? Or drown in our secrets?

•••

REVIEW:THE CLEANER is the second instalment in Brooke Summers’ contemporary, adult HOULIHAN MEN OF DUBLIN dark, erotic, Mafia romance series-a spin off from the author’s MADE series. This is twenty-one year old Lisa Turner, and twenty-seven year old Maverick O’Hara aka The Cleaner’s story line. THE CLEANER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary. For fans of the author, there is a slight cross over with the Fury Vipers MC.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Lisa and Maverick) THE CLEANER covers approximately eight years wherein a thirteen year old Lisa Turner is thrust into a dark and dangerous world precipitated by the death of her mother, and the neglect by her father Ben Turner. Over the next several years, Lisa gains control of her life, becoming someone and something no one recognizes but it is when she reconnects with our story line hero will Lisa’s future become hardened in stone. Maverick O’Hara is an assassin; a cleaner who takes down the baddest of the bad but someone else is taking aim at Maverick’s targets, someone who will be known as the Hanging Reaper. As Maverick and Lisa’s relationship quickly builds into something more, the past returns, taking aim at our story line couple.

The world building follows several paths including the destruction and take down of the local scum, people who target the innocent, children, women and the weak. As Lisa must come to terms with the past, Maverick must come to terms with the woman with whom he has fallen in love.

The relationship between Maverick and Lisa begins years before when Lisa saved Maverick’s life. Lisa is a woman who has experienced more loss and grief than any child should but a woman who is stronger for the experiences of her dangerous past. Maverick is determined to protect the woman with whom he is falling in love,a woman who is just as capable as the man she loves. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate.

There is a large ensemble cast of coloful, dangerous and familiar secondary and supporting characters including several from the author’s MADE series and FURY VIPERS MC Dublin. We are introduced to co-owner of The Agency Travis James; Lisa’s father Ben, her long suffering mother;and Ben’s girlfriend Tanya. The requisite evil has many faces.

THE CLEANER is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and obsession, power and control, madness and murder, acceptance and love. The premise is dark, dramatic and intense; the romance is provocative; the characters are desperate, dynamic and broken.

Heed the trigger warning-they are numerous and dark.

Click HERE for Sandy’s review of book one THE ERASER

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy


USA Today Bestselling Author Brooke Summers is a Mafia Romance author and is best known for her Made Series.

Brooke was born and raised in South London. She lives with her daughter and hubby. Brooke has been an avid reader for many years.She’s a huge fan of Colleen Hoover and Kristen Ashley.

Brooke has been dreaming of writing for such a long time. When she was little, she would make up stories just for fun. Seems as though she was destined to become an author.

AUTHOR LINKS

Website: https://www.brookesummersbooks.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrookeSummersAuthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_brookesummers
Newsletter: https://www.brookesummersbooks.com/newsletter
Amazon: http://amazon.com/author/brookesummers
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/brooke-summers
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookesummersauthor

Share

Christmas with the Queen by Hazel Gaynor & Heather Webb-review

Posted on by
15

🎄Christmas with the Queen by Hazel Gaynor & Heather Webb-review🎄

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / B&N / KOBO / Google Play / Chapters Indigo /

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 19, 2024

December 1952. While the young Queen Elizabeth II finds her feet as the new monarch, she must also find the right words to continue the tradition of her late father’s Christmas Day radio broadcast. But even traditions must evolve with the times, and the queen faces a postwar Britain hungry for change.

As preparations begin for the royal Christmas at Sandringham House in Norfolk, old friends—Jack Devereux and Olive Carter—are unexpectedly reunited by the occasion. Olive, a single mother and aspiring reporter at the BBC, leaps at the opportunity to cover the holiday celebration, but even a chance encounter with the queen doesn’t go as planned and Olive wonders if she will ever be taken seriously.

Jack, a recently widowed chef, reluctantly takes up a new role in the royal kitchens at Sandringham. Lacking in purpose and direction, Jack has abandoned his dream to have his own restaurant, but his talents are soon noticed and while he might not believe in himself, others do, and a chance encounter with an old friend helps to reignite the spark of his passion and ambition.

As Jack and Olive’s paths continue to cross over the following five Christmases, they grow ever closer. Yet Olive carries the burden of a heavy secret that threatens to destroy everything.

Christmas Day, December 1957. As the nation eagerly awaits the Queen’s first televised Christmas speech, there is one final gift for the Christmas season to deliver…

••••••

REVIEW: CHRISTMAS WITH THE QUEEN is a historical, fictionalized story co-authored by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb focusing on American chef Jack Devereux, and journalist Olive Carter.

Told from three first person perspectives (Jack, Olive, Queen Elizabeth II) covering approximately twelve years, CHRISTMAS WITH THE QUEEN follows the friendship and building relationship between American chef Jack Devereux, and journalist Olive Carter. At the end of the second World War British born Olive Carter would meet American Navy man Jack Devereux, and having spent one night together, would never see one another again for close to seven years. In 1952, Jack Devereux will be invited to Sandringham Palace for the Christmas holidays where he will work in the royal kitchens for the new Queen and her family, while Olive Carter, now working as a part time reporter for the BBC, finds herself on assignment covering the royal family holiday preparations, wherein she will become Queen Elizabeth confident for her annual Christmas speech. For the next five years, Jack and Olive will come in and out of one another’s lives, always reconnecting at Sandringham with the royal family for the holidays but life has changed for both Olive and Jack, love, loss, grief and moving forward find our couple circling one another, never quite connecting two broken hearts.

CHRISTMAS WITH THE QUEEN is an historical, fictionalized story interspersed with a little bit of reality history including the ascension of the young queen. A thought-provoking romantic story of love and loss, CHRISTMAS WITH THE QUEEN is a heart warming yet somewhat tragic saga with animated and impassioned characters. Jack Devereux, a Cajun chef from Louisiana is struggling with a painful loss; Olive Carter has a secret that only a few people know.

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

Share

BATTLING ARIES (Devil’s Riot MC: Mississippi 2) by EC Land

Posted on by
14

 ☠️💜BATTLING ARIES (Devil’s Riot MC: Mississippi 2) by EC Land -review ☠️💜

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / Amazon.uk / Amazon.au /

Don’t own a Kindle? Download the FREE Amazon Kindle App for your mobile device or pc

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 14, 2024

Battles are meant to be won. You can’t do win if you don’t fight.

Rory
No one knows what I’ve been through. What I’ve sacrificed. They think they know me. The only one who does somewhat is best friend. For a while she hated me, but once she learned the truth, she understood.

There’s more to it though. The parts she doesn’t know. The parts that include a man I haven’t seen in years. The very man I need the help of.

But will he be willing to help me now? Can see past what I did? Could he maybe look past who I was . . . who I had to be?

The battle is only beginning, and he doesn’t even know it. What I did, I did for him.

••••••

REVIEW: BATTLING ARIES is the second instalment in EC Land’s contemporary, adult DEVIL’S RIOT MC: MISSISSIPPI erotic, MC romance, a spin off set in the author’s DEVIL’S RIOT MC world. This is Road Captain Logan aka Aries, and Rory Tyler’s story line. BATTLING ARIES can be read as stand alone without any difficulty.Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from three first person perspectives (Aries, Rory , Cordelia) BATTLING ARIES follows the second chance relationship between Aries and Rory. Several years earlier, Rory and Aries had their entire lives ahead of them but while at basic training, Aries received a ‘dear John’ letter from our story line heroine, destroying his heart in the process. Fast forward to present day, with the help of Aries sister Cordelia, Rory returns a shell of her former self, beaten and abused by a man who controlled her life. Refusing to accept the return of the woman he once loved, Aries will discover that Rory’s life has been a living h*ll, a life she chose to protect someone she loved. Healing yet battling between head and heart, Rory struggles knowing she broke the man she once loved, a man who struggles to forgive what happened years before. When the past returns, Aries makes a promise, to end the darkness that continues to threaten the woman he loves.

The world building focuses on healing and forgiveness. Rory refuses to reveal the truth about what happened years before but with the help from an outside source, Aries will need to face the reality of what happened to the woman he loved.

The relationship between Rory and Aries is one of second chances but Aries struggles to forgive and forget; Rory is willing to walk away without a fight. The $ex scenes are passionate and seductive.

We are reintroduced to several members of the Devil’s Riot MC including Kevlar and Rosemary: Viper and Jade (Viper’s Touch), Vulture, Cyprus & Noelle, Kendra, Mace, as well as Aries’ siblings Fox and Cordelia, and Rory’s step-brother Roger.

BATTLING ARIES is another story of secrets and lies, power and control, betrayal and vengeance, abuse and torture, forgiveness and love. The fast paced premise is dramatic and dark but the conflict resolution felt rushed; the romance is provocative; the characters are broken, desperate yet healing.

Click HERE for Sandy’s review of FIGHTING ROSEMARY.

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

Share