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HEARTBREAKER (Game Breakers 2) by Kat Mizera & Elise Faber-review

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HEARTBREAKER (Game Breakers 2) by Kat Mizera & Elise Faber-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date March 10, 2025

She was just supposed to be a one-night stand…

But then she became my world.

Once, I was the lead guitarist of the hit rock band, Midnight Sun. Then a tragic accident took everything from me. I can no longer play guitar, my wife left me, and the future I worked so hard for is slipping away.

All I am now is a grumpy, infamous, former rockstar.

So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that I’m not in the market for a woman, especially not Jade Cantrell—who’s as beautiful and talented as she is sweet.

Then the media pounces on a story about the two of us, and suddenly we’re zipping off to a mountain retreat and writing an album together.

I can’t keep it strictly business—no matter how hard I try.

And the more I get to know her, the more I know I don’t have any hope of keeping her out of my heart.

One night will never be enough.

I’m going to keep her forever.

🎸Snowed in
🎸Forced Proximity
🎸One night stand
🎸Reclusive hero
🎸Country singer + her rock star
🎸Friends to lovers
🎸Starting over
🎸Protective MMC
🎸Grumpy/Sunshine
🎸Found Family

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REVIEW: HEARTBREAKER is the second instalment in the contemporary adult GAME BREAKERS erotic, romance series co-authored by Kat Mizera and Elise Faber. This is former rock guitarist turned music writer Royal Ewing , and country music star Jade Cantrell’s story line. HEARTBREAKER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Royal and Jade) HEARTBREAKER follows in the wake of a one-night stand between Royal Ewing and country music star Jade Cantrell. A few years earlier, rock guitarist Royal Ewing lost the use of his right hand as a result of a car accident, and in the ensuing time, Royal began his music writing career. With his song up for an award via the voice of country singer Jade Cantrell, Royal struggles to face the paparazzi and fans, until a rescue by the woman in question. Enter Jade Cantrell. A one-night stand ends with Royal ghosting our story line heroine followed by a betrayal for Jade Cantrell but another chance meeting at Banks Christianson’s hockey game, finds our couple pushed together in an effort to write a new album for our story line heroine. A successful snowy weekend of writing,followed by another betrayal force Jade to reconsider her future going forward, including the possibility of a relationship with our story line hero but Royal Ewing is about to get blindsided, taking his frustrations out on the woman he loves.

The world building follows several paths including Royal Ewing’s struggle to move on from the past, knowing his former band mates went on without him. As Royal found purpose in writing, Jade finds herself facing down more betrayal at the hands of the people paid to protect her back.

The relationship between Royal and Jade is one of immediate attraction. Royal struggles with the loss of his music career, and battle between head and heart believing he is unworthy of love or a second chance. Meanwhile Jade must come to terms with a personal betrayal, and in doing so, the pain of heartbreak sends Jade into a spiral going forward. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate but I am not a fan of a certain four-letter word.

The secondary and supporting characters are interesting and energetic. Royal’s sister Briar, and her daughter Frankie. We are reintroduced to Royal’s best friends: security specialist Dash, hockey player Banks Christianson, Atlas; music producer Rico Galagos, publicist Farrah Henley. Dash’s story is next.

HEARTBREAKER is a story of betrayal, secrets and lies, family and friendships, forgiveness and love. The premise is captivating and exciting ; the romance is fated and captivating; the characters are charismatic and dynamic. HEARTBREAKER ends on a cliff hanger-you have been warned.

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Reviewed by Sandy

KAT MIZERA

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Kat Mizera was born in Miami Beach with a healthy dose of Wanderlust. She’s lived from coast to coast, and everywhere in between, but home is wherever her family is. A devoted mom and wife to her wonderful and supportive husband (Kevin) and two amazing boys (Nick and Max), Kat loves to travel the globe with her adventurous, hockey loving family. Greece is at the top of that list. She hopes to one day retire there, spending her days writing books on the beach.

Kat is former freelance sports writer who now writes steamy hockey romance about her favorite fictional teams, the Las Vegas Sidewinders and the Lauderdale Knights. The library of novels she’s penned also include sexy contemporary stories about baseball stars, alpha sex club owners, bodyguards, rock stars, and royalty. Regardless of genre, her books about bad boys with hearts of gold will steal your breath, rock your world and melt your heart.

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For more information on Kat Mizera and her books visit: https://katmizera.com/

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ELISE FABER

USA Today bestselling author, Elise Faber, loves chocolate, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and hockey (the order depending on the day and how well her team—the Sharks!—are playing). She and her husband also play as much hockey as they can squeeze into their schedules, so much so that their typical date night is spent on the ice. Elise changes her hair color more often than some people change their socks, loves sparkly things, and is the mom to two exuberant boys.

She lives in Northern California. Connect with her in her Facebook group, the Fabinators or email her at elisefaberauthor@gmail.com

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The Unexpected Duke (Soldiers to Heirs 1) by Julia Justiss-review

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The Unexpected Duke (Soldiers to Heirs 1) by Julia Justiss-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date February 25, 2025

Escape to 1830s England when the worlds of a soldier turned duke and Cinderella are about to collide!

A duke

In sudden need of a duchess!

When Lieutenant Hartley returns home, it’s to become—reluctantly, he might add—the new Duke of Fenniston. If he’s to thrive in the ton, he must call on the help of widow Claire Hambledon, sister of the previous duchess, to guide him into society and help him find a wife!

Penniless and with a young son, Claire is well aware that she’s totally unsuitable for a duke. But she’s also completely unable to ignore the ripples of desire every time she’s near dashing Hart… Or the temptation to start a forbidden affair!

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REVIEW:Set in a period where love matches weren’t as common as arranged marriages, this one tries to do both! But with this author it’s never that simple 😉

Becoming the new Duke of Fenniston was never on the cards for Hartley, he’s more than happy fighting the French, but that’s not to be! So he has to take his fight home and find himself a wife! Luckily he can call upon Claire Hambledon to help him become a gentleman in today’s society and if he’s lucky then a wife as well.

Claire is a widow and knows all to well about fitting into society, when called upon to help the next Dike take his place in society she’s not keen at first. But seeing Hart has her thinking all kinds of things! But she knows it can’t happen, so she helps him look for a suitable wife.

Oooh a forbidden affair 😜 we like the sound of that.

I love this authors work. Her attention to detail, her descriptions of both the characters.

I really liked Claire, all she wants is to be loved for herself. She’s a pretty strong character and speaks her mind when needed.

Hart took a little longer to warm up to, he didn’t want the position of Duke, he certainly didn’t want a wife!

As Hart and Claire work together to find him a wife, unwanted feelings get in the way! Can they both ignore how they feel and get on with the task in hand? Or will they give into temptation and have the ending they both deserve?

Another highly recommended read if you like your historical romance with just a little bit of angst.

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Reviewed by Julie B🦋

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Don’t Trust Her by Adriane Leigh-a review

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Don’t Trust Her by Adriane Leigh-a review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date March 13, 2025

Inviting her into my home might be the worst mistake I ever made.

Me

It looks like I have it all — a beautiful home, two perfect kids. But my husband is always travelling for work and I’m struggling to do it all alone.

Meeting her is a godsend. I’m late to pick up the kids and I almost knock her over. Instead of getting angry, she hands me her business card and says she’s looking for work. She’s experienced, dedicated, has excellent references. She’s everything I need.

Her

I’ll be right at home in her life. After all, I’ve been waiting for this chance.

She’s exactly like the rest of them: beautiful, uptight, controlling. Trusting. That’s the problem with people like her — they can’t imagine anyone hating them. They’re naïve. They bring people like me into their homes, let us look after their children and pay us next to nothing for the privilege.

But she owes me more than a salary. She might not know it, but she owes me everything . .

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REVIEW: DON’T TRUST HER by Adriane Leigh is a contemporary, adult, psychological thriller focusing on Genevieve Moreau-DuPont, and the au pair Adeline.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Genevieve and Adeline) including present day and memories from the past, DON’T TRUST HER follows Genevieve Moreau-DuPont, wife and exasperated mother of two, as she struggles in her daily life to care for her children, and look after the house. Married to a prominent architect who is rarely home, Genevieve is desperate for help, and hires Adeline, who quickly becomes a source of contention for Genevieve and her husband Alexandre but as the story begins to unfold, not everything is as it appears to be. Genevieve begins to suspect her husband is unfaithful, and the au pair is adding fuel to the already simmering fires.

The world building focuses on the early life of one young woman as she struggles in the wake of debilitating dysfunctional family dynamics. As Genevieve battles to maintain her day to day tasks, her life begins to spiral out of control, while Adeline becomes disheartened as she finds herself taking on more responsibilities for a family that is not her own.

DON’T TRUST HER is a story of secrets and lies, mental and emotional illness. The premise is dark, dramatic and intriguing but several issues are never addressed, or lost in the melee that is a decent into madness; the characters are embattled and determined, broken and lost.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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MANCUSO (Cammareri Family 3) by Jade Marshall-review

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MANCUSO (Cammareri Family 3) by Jade Marshall-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date February 14, 2025

Callie Murdoch
After the worst day of my life, I wasn’t expecting to end up at the Cammareri Compound. But that’s what I get for being a good Samaritan. Now I have a trigger-happy idiot glaring at me, the head of the family meddling in my business, and a sexy olive-skinned sex god making all kinds of dirty promises. What is a girl to do?

Mancuso Cammareri
I’m a man, not a child. Surely, I can handle a deal with a stranger without my brothers for backup. Apparently not. Even though everything falls apart and I end up bleeding in the street, I wouldn’t change a single thing. If I hadn’t shown up to that deal, I never would have been saved by a fiery angel. I never would have fallen in love. But life is never as simple as getting a happily ever after. You have to fight to keep the things you want. And this is going to be an all-out war.

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REVIEW: MANCUSO is the third instalment in Jade Marshall’s contemporary, adult CAMMARERI FAMILY erotic, Mafia romance series. This is Mancuso Cammareri, and mechanic Callie Murdoch’s story line. MANCUSO can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. There is a slight cross over with the author’s GYPSTY B*STARDS MC series.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Callie and Mancuso) MANCUSO follows in the wake of the attack and shooting of our story line hero. Callie Murdoch’s day was already spiraling out of control when she finds a man bleeding in the middle of the road. With orders to drive to the Cammareri crime family compound, Callie will discover her ‘passenger’ is none other than the youngest Cammareri, Mancuso, and the man with whom Callie will fall in love. With no place to live in the wake of a betrayal, Callie finds herself temporarily living at the Cammareri compound where she will learn the Cammareri family protect her like one of their own. A new boss, a direction in life, and a new love, Callie finds herself quickly adapting and accepting all that is the Cammareri family until the day our couple become a target in a fight for power and control.

The world building is fast and furious. Callie’s life is about to change for the better but life with the Cammareri places Callie in the direct line of fire. Mancuso is determined to claim Callie as his own but a war is approaching, and in an effort to protect the woman he loves, Mancuso is about to change the direction of their lives.

The relationship between Mancuso and Callie is quick to develop. From rescue to recovery, to acceptance and love. Mancuso and Callie’s relationship goes from zero to sixty within a matter of day, but Callie is determined to keep their affair on the down low. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative.

The secondary and supporting characters include Mancuso’s brothers Alceu and Guilia, and Severu. We are introduced to Callie’s ex Kevin; and soon to be ex-boss Mitch.

MANCUSO is a fast paced story of betrayal and vengeance, power and control, acceptance and love. The premise is interesting and entertaining but ends rather abruptly-there is much more story to tell. The romance is limited but impassioned; the characters are determined and desperate.

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Alceu
Severu

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Reviewed by Sandy

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MAFIA CROWN (Restless and Wicked .5) by Vi Carter -review

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MAFIA CROWN (Restless and Wicked .5) by Vi Carter -review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date March 11, 2025

Kieran

They call me “Kill” for a reason.

Loyalty, blood, and fear are my currency, and I’ve spent years perfecting my craft.

The Walsh family trusts me to clean up their messes, no questions asked. But when I see her picture—with those big defiant eyes—I hesitate. Hazel isn’t supposed to matter. She’s just a loose end, a witness I’m ordered to silence.

But something about her reminds me of what I’ve buried deep—a part of me that wants something more than this cold, violent life. I can’t afford distractions. Yet here she is, turning my world upside down with every fiery word and every moment of misplaced courage.

She’s a problem I should eliminate. Instead, I’m keeping her alive.

Hazel

I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. One moment, I’m walking my dog along a quiet street. The next, I’m running for my life after witnessing a murder I’ll never forget.

Now Kieran Brady, the most feared enforcer in the Irish Mafia, has me trapped.

He’s cold, calculating, and utterly terrifying—but there’s something beneath his rough exterior that confuses me. A flicker of humanity. A man who seems to hate what he’s become even as he clings to it.

I should hate him. I should fear him. But as days blur into nights and danger closes in, I can’t stop seeing the cracks in his armor. He’s broken, brutal… and I might be falling for him anyway.

As his loyalty is brought into question, one wrong move could destroy us both. But the real question is, when the dust settles, will Kieran kill me—or will he risk everything to save me?

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REVIEW: MAFIA CROWN is the introductory instalment in Vi Carter’s contemporary, adult RESTLESS AND WICKED dark, crime world romance series. This is assassin Kieran Brady, and Hazel’s story line.

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

Told from dual first person perspectives (Kieran and Hazel) MAFIA CROWN follows in the wake of a murder. While walking her dog, Hazel is witness to a murder, and finds herself the target of Kieran Brady, an assassin for the Walsh Crime family but all is not as is appears to be when Hazel and Kieran go on the run, and our hero becomes guardian and protector of the woman with whom he is falling in love.

The world building focuses on keeping Hazel safe, and out of the hands of the Walsh family assassins, and an unknown foe but at every safe house and roadside motel, our couple face down danger and death, as Kieran struggles to stay one step ahead of those gunning for their lives.

The relationship between Kieran and Hazel begins as an assignment; an abduction that will quickly turn into something more. Kieran is determined to protect our heroine with his life while Hazel presumes her life will be forfeited if they ever return home. The $ex scenes are limited but passionate.

There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including Hazel’s parents, her brother John, and best friend Mary: IT specialist Lee, crime lord Patrick Walsh, his son Marcus, as well as several gang members and hired killers.

MAFIA CROWN is a story of betrayal and vengeance, power and control, secret and lies, forgiveness and love. The premise is intriguing and captivating; the characters are desperate and energetic; the romance is fated. MAFIA CROWN ends on a happily ever after-for now.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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The Sentinel / The Sniper (Club Southside) by Delta James-reviews

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The Sentinel / The Sniper (Club Southside) by Delta James-reviews

The Sentinel
Club Southside #3
by Delta James
Genre: adult, contemporary, erotic, BDSM, romantic, suspense

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 14, 2023

She’s everything he doesn’t deserve. And when danger strikes, everything he stands to lose.

Serious, focused, and surly are just a few of the things Cooper has been called since he left the Seals and started working at Cerberus’ black ops security firm. He continues to have recurring nightmares and often questions his own judgment, especially when it comes to women. His preference is casual, no strings attached relationships. What he got was a sassy spitfire with fire in her eyes. He knew from the moment she ran into his arms that she wasn’t anything like his other clients and her case would be his.

A forensic accountant who knows too much, Anabella Foster has spent her life working toward one goal, to never have to depend on anyone but herself… until the day she realizes someone is trying to kill her. A failed knife attack drove her to the security firm and when they take her case the fiercely independent accountant will have to submit to being under the watchful eye of the former Seal, with a hard stare and looks as hot as Hades.

As Cooper wrestles with his growing feelings for his client, the killer gets closer. It becomes clear that Annabelle’s attacker isn’t going to give up, and Cooper realizes he’ll do anything to keep her safe.

Danger and desire go hand in hand…

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REVIEW: THE SENTINEL is the third instalment in Delta James’ contemporary, adult CLUB SOUTHSIDE erotic, romantic suspense series focusing on the men and women who work for Cerberus Security. This is former Navy SEAL Cooper McCullough, and forensic accountant Anabella Foster’s story line. THE SENTINEL 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 (Anabella and Cooper) THE SENTINEL focuses on the protection of our story line heroine. Anabella Foster is a forensic accountant and her latest investigation discovers some questionable accounting. With a target on her back, Anabella seeks the help of people at Cerberus Security firm only to realize not everyone believes she is under attack but when gunfire erupts taking aim at our story line heroine, former Navy SEAL, Cerberus soldier and Club Southside Dom Cooper McCullough becomes guardian and protector of the woman with who he will all in love. On the run, Cooper and Anabella’s safety is threatened at every turn, a possible mole with the people in charge.

The world building focuses on the protection of Anabella Foster, and the building relationship between our story line couple. Cooper is Dom, and is determined to claim Anabella as his own but Anabella’s low self esteem and inability to trust, threatens any possible future for our story line couple.

The relationship between Anabella and Cooper begins acrimoniously as Anabella feels she has been dismissed as crazy by the people at Cerberus Security but Cooper is determined to prove Anabella is telling the truth, and in doing so, sets into motion, a fight to save the woman he loves. The $ex scenes are limited but passionate and intense. There is more BDSM content than in the previous story lines.

The colorful secondary and supporting characters include the head of Cerberus Kingston Coltraine, fellow security specialists Seth Newcomb, Pete, and sniper Miley Stuart; as well as Anabella’s ex FBI agent Redmond Bellows.

THE SENTINEL is a story of betrayal and obsession, power and control, friendships, acceptance and love. The premise is dramatic and captivating; the romance is seductive; the characters are desperate and colorful.

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THE SNIPER
(Club Southside 9)
by Delta James
Genre: adult, contemporary, erotic, BDSM, romantic, suspense

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date February 21, 2025

FBI Special Agent John Daniels doesn’t play games. He tracks killers and buries them under the weight of justice. His latest case, a string of brutal executions targeting members of an elite lifestyle club, should be like any other. But this time, the predator is different. This time, the enemy knows their every move. And the one person who can help Daniels crack the case is the woman he’s spent years trying to ignore.

Reyna Marx is a sniper, a fighter, and a woman who never backs down. As a top Cerberus operative, she’s taken down criminals in some of the world’s darkest places. But when her work collides with Daniels’ investigation, the man who once called her reckless, she is forced to trust the only man who can match her.

Each clue drags them deeper into a world of dark secrets and deadly deception. The passion between them is as dangerous as the killer stalking them. And when Reyna becomes the next target, Daniels’ greatest fear comes to life.

This isn’t just about stopping a murderer. This is about protecting what’s his. And John Daniels never loses.

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REVIEW: THE SNIPER is the ninth instalment in Delta James’ contemporary adult CLUB SOUTHSIDE erotic romantic suspense series. This is FBI Special Agent and Dom John Daniels, and Cerberus operative / sniper Reyna Marx’ story line. THE SNIPER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty . Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise including some scenes of rope play and spanking, there may be triggers from more sensitive readers.

Told from omniscient third person perspectives including Daniels and Reyna THE SNIPER follows on the hunt for a killer. Someone is taking down members connected to the BDSM Club Southside, and Cerberus operative Reyna Marx is determined to uncover the truth but the FBI has called in Agent John Daniels, a man who knows thing or two about the lifestyle and the people involved but as Daniels and Reyna begin to unravel the clues, our couple will discover a possible mole within the Cerberus family, as the investigation becomes personal and so much more darker.

The world building focuses on the possibility of a betrayer; a mole, either within Cerberus Security, or Club Southside but the deeper our couple find themselves, Daniels realizes that Reyna is struggling with her need for control. Reyna is a submissive who often battles between head and heart, as she is desperate to uncover the truth. Determined to go it alone, Reyna is a strong, independent operative who will continue to push everyone out of her life including the man with whom she is falling in love,

The relationship between Reyna and Daniels is one of Dom/sub, in which Reyna struggles with her need for a man who will control her heart but Reyna ‘needs’ what Daniels is willing to offer, even if it means submitting her heart as well. The $ex scenes are intimate and seductive.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and interesting secondary and supporting characters including several of the previously introduced Cerberus operatives. The requisite evil has many faces.

THE SNIPER is a story of secrets and lies, power and control, betrayal and vengeance, acceptance and love. The premise is dramatic and captivating; the romance is limited to club scenes, submission and work; the characters are desperate and determined.

Previous Reviews
The Keeper
The Player
The Fixer

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Reviewed by Sandy

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A Collision with Love by Tricia T Larochelle-review

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A Collision with Love by Tricia T Larochelle-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date February 25, 2025

Cassie Griffin has always believed she could have it all—a successful career, a loving marriage, and someday, a family. But as she inches closer to becoming senior partner at her law firm, the pressure to start a family with her husband, Daniel, begins to weigh heavily on her shoulders. Daniel is ready to dive into parenthood, while Cassie feels the clock ticking on her dreams of professional success.

When a near-miss accident shakes Cassie to her core, the cracks in her marriage deepen. Torn between her ambitions and the love of her life, Cassie is forced to confront the possibility that achieving one dream may mean losing another.

Set in the bustling heart of Richmond, Virginia, A Collision with Love is a poignant story of the
delicate balance between career and family, and the difficult choices that come with pursuing
your dreams. As Cassie’s world teeters on the brink, she must decide what truly matters—and whether it’s possible to have it all without losing everything.

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REVIEW: Cassie is a big-time lawyer who has been with Wilson & Bates for seven and a half years, her goal is to be senior partner. She is on track to become partner, but her marriage is starting to be affected. In the beginning Daniel accepted it all – he knew he married a brilliant woman, but as time wore on, she could see him struggle with being lonely and of her not being around.

Her goal senior partner – His goal a family. Daniel is a hard-working chef at his own restaurant – and while Cassie has supported all of his dreams, he is starting to feel like she has become so obsessed with becoming senior partner, she has lost track of their dreams.

When all of Cassie’s free time gets eaten up by her work, Daniel starts to wonder if she will ever make time for him and for the family they both want. Will their marriage be able to survive the drive that Cassie has for her job? Will Daniel and Cassie be able to rebuild the strain that has become their marriage?

This was a great read! I always forget how much I love Tricia T. Larochelle’s writing until the first few pages.
What a wild ride. I laughed, cried, was appalled and then laughed again. This story is a wonderful second chance romance.

The characters are well written, and you can definitely see both sides of the marriage. I truly loved every page of this book! Can’t recommend enough!

One of the best book twists I have ever read!

Highly recommend!

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Reviewed by Erin K

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.

 

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SINGULARITY by Sherri Fulmer Moorer-review

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SINGULARITY by Sherri Fulmer Moorer-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date August 1, 2024

The year is 2114, and Senara and Killian are newlyweds excited to work toward being the first convergence community to relaunch Artificial Intelligence five years after the Prion Pandemic which almost wiped out humanity across the globe. Achieving ‘singularity’ is the best way to increase their chance of survival and rebuild this strange new world into something better than the one that almost died along with two-thirds of the population. As the survivors gather into convergence communities across the country to rebuild reality from the remnants of the old world, they all ask themselves the same question – this time, will we be safe?

And they were beginning to think they were until a young woman died from an infection that the AI should have cured, just weeks after the Phase One rollout. It’s dismissed as a random failure until someone else falls ill, then another … and another. Senara and Killian work to stabilize the AI and are shocked to discover that it might have contributed to the pandemic that almost killed the world. Worse yet, it might not have been completely dormant over the past five years and is just waiting for them to flip the switch to give it full control of what’s leof mankind.

Will Artificial Intelligence help humanity achieve evolution, or drive it to extinction?

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REVIEW: SINGULARITY by Sherri Fulmer Moorer is a stand alone, futuristic, adult, post-apocalyptic, sci-fi thriller focusing on a group of survivors in the aftermath of the Prion Pandemic, a pandemic caused by artificial intelligence.

The Singularity is a theory wherein artificial intelligence is no longer under human control, AI that has become sentient and making inroads for its’ own survival.

NOTE: The timeline and dates in the story do not match the blurb on most retail sites.

Told from several omniscient third person perspectives including psychiatrist and therapist Senara SINGULARITY focuses on the reactivation of a neural chip in the wake of the Prion Pandemic wherein sixty percent of Earth’s population did not survive. In 2109, most of humanity has been implanted with a neural chip, and the Prion Pandemic, a neurocognitive disorder, killed anyone with a pre-existing health condition. Five years later, the survivors have been forced into small, cooperative communities in the hopes of remaining illness free but the reactivation of their neural chips brings with it the fear of another pandemic, and they have been told, the only way to survive is to reach the Singularity or die trying. The problem-artificial intelligence was the cause of the Prion Pandemic, and the rush to roll out each consecutive phase, is threatening the health and safety of the integrated community.

SINGULARITY is a slow building story of power and control, illness and madness, secrets and lies, betrayal and trust. A story of artificial intelligence allowed to take control in the wake of a previous ‘betrayal’ or ‘malfunction’ but a malfunction that may have been orchestrated by the people in charge. There is more to the pandemic than anyone could have thought possible, and with the implementation of each successive Phase, more people are dying, and the lack of honesty and available knowledge is creating hysteria and conspiracy (sound familiar?). The premise is intriguing but the ‘technical’ aspects of artificial intelligence and the science fiction proposition remains allusive and behind the scenes. The characters are desperate and determined, slowly succumbing to mankinds’ loss of control.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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