Against the Dawn Author: Amanda Bonilla Reviewer: B. Rating: A- What I’m Talking About: Once a stubborn, reckless loner, Darian has made some terrible and painful mistakes in the past, but with the help of her friends, she has learned from them. Now, she’s determined to work hard to deserve the loyalty and affection of […]
Dragon Princess Author: S. Andrew Swann Reviewer: Gikany & Una Rating: B- What We’re Talking About: NOTE: This review contains some discussion about the ending of the book that may be considered spoilerish. Dragon Princess appears to be a standalone novel by S. Andrew Swan. It drew us in with its humor and irreverent situations; […]
It Happened One Wedding Author: Julie James Reviewer: Nima Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: Investment banker Sidney Sinclair has had her heart ripped out. She is hurt, angry, and doesn’t especially like men at the moment, but—she needs a date to her little sister’s wedding. If she doesn’t show up with a date, all […]
My Soul Immortal Author: Jen Printy Reviewer: VampBard Rating: B What I’m Talking About: My Soul Immortal was definitely not what I expected. The story is well-told, and engaging. Polished. I’d classify it as NA. Everything is quite chaste, and I wouldn’t have a problem with my daughter or my older high school students reading […]
Compelled Author: Shawntelle Madison Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B- What I’m Talking About: Compelled, the third story of the Coveted series by Shawntelle Madison, chronicles the final leg in the journey of werewolf Natalya Stravinsky, from life as an OCD-driven pack outcast to that of the alpha female. I strongly suggest that you do not […]
Warrior’s Curse Author: Alexa Egan Reviewer: Una Rating: B What I’m Talking About: Warrior’s Curse is the third book in the Imnada Brotherhood series. It is a rich paranormal story set within a historical novel. I jumped into this book without reading the previous two titles, and it did affect my enjoyment. Although I found […]
Tropical Paradise Author: Evelise Archer Reviewer: B. Rating: B- What I’m Talking About: Lonely, but content with his life as a ferryman for a lush, tropical resort, Leo Santos only has one real regret: the college boyfriend he left behind when he returned to Puerto Rico to care for his ailing father. Skyler Macy never […]
My Wicked Masters Author: Ann Mayburn Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: The fourth title in Ms. Mayburn’s excellent Club Wicked series focuses on a few familiar faces. Rhiannon Mirga, known at Club Wicked as Goddess, has been a server at the club for three years. She’s known by her icy demeanor […]
Once Bitten, Twice Burned Author: Cynthia Eden Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: The second book in the Phoenix Fire series, Once Bitten, Twice Burned, overlaps chronologically with its predecessor, Burn for Me. The story begins with Ryder, a powerful vampire we met in the first book, still captive at the Genesis […]
The Winter Bride Author: Anne Gracie Reviewer: Ang Rating: B- What I’m Talking About: The Winter Bride is the second book in the Chance Sister series, and I was really looking forward to reading it. I enjoyed The Autumn Bride a great deal and was excited to learn more about the Chance Sisters, but unfortunately […]
Braineater Jones Author: Stephen Kozeniewski Reviewer: VampBard Rating: B What I’m Talking About: I think I liked Braineater Jones because it took me back to my horror roots. I was that kid. In 5th grade, I was reading Stephen King. I understood it, and I was eager to read more. Enter Robin Cook, and a […]
Wildflower Wedding Author: Luann McLane Reviewer: Ang Rating: B What I’m Talking About: Let me start by saying I love Cricket Creek. I love the quaintness of the small town and the southern charm it exudes. I love picking up one of the Cricket Creek novels because I know it will be like going home […]
Just Destiny Author: Theresa Rizzo Reviewer: Nima Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: Just Destiny was presented to me as a contemporary romance, and while it had love at its very core, it doesn’t read like a typical romance. There is sweetness, sincerity, and fleeting kisses, but no swooning or heaving. In fact, there isn’t […]
Drowning in Fire Author: Hannah Martine Reviewer: Gikany and Una Rating: B- What We’re Talking About: Drowning in Fire is the third novel in The Elementals series. After much discussion, Gikany and Una liked this offering, but with one strong reservation. First, we love this world that Ms. Martine has created. This sizzling mix of […]
Dangerous Angel Author: Stacy Gail Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B What I’m Talking About: Nikita Tesoro and Kyle Beaudecker are two of Miami’s top bounty hunters. They’ve worked in the same circles and been associates for years, but Kyle has always wanted more. Now that the evil demon lord, Dantalion, has set his sights on […]