#wotr #attendingauthor #seriesstarter Reclaimed Hearts (Hidden Hearts 1) by Danielle Keil

Welcome to Covington Cove Island… where timeless charm and secrets intertwine, and every wave whispers a tale of hidden hearts and summer dreams.

Marlowe Mitchell’s day is off to a rough start. Not only have all her friends and family forgotten her birthday, but Eleanor Covington, a sort of grandmotherly figure to Marlowe, passes away. Worst of all, she crashes her bike into the most popular guy on Covington Cove Island.

It seems her summer is destined to be terrible, until her ex-boyfriend’s parents ask her to house sit. Marlowe can’t turn down the money they’re offering, even if it means being in a house that holds such painful memories.

Things get worse when her ex-boyfriend, Reid, shows up unexpectedly a few days later, acting like he hadn’t shattered her heart the summer before.

While Marlowe is dealing with the emotions that come with living with the ex she’s still in love with, she gets a mysterious message from the late Eleanor. A clue, leading to a scavenger hunt that sends her all across the island.

Marlowe wants to protect her heart, but she’s forced to confront her unresolved feelings for Reid when he insists on helping her solve the clues.

Will Eleanor’s riddles lead Marlowe to a reward worth more than she ever imagined

And can Marlowe and Reid once again reclaim the love once held in their hearts?

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Review by Twinsie Dee

i was given this book by the author here is my honest review

Marlowe a local year-round resident of Covington Cove, she loves living on the Cove with her grandmum. Last summer she found love and heartbreak and now she just wanted to survive the summer, without running into her ex, well she ran into someone else who thankfully wasn’t her ex, but one of the most popular guys on the Cove. Marlowe also got a message from one of Covington’s original members after she pasted, so now she’s got to figure out the clues while working her normal jobs, dealing with the boys in her life and their egos, housesitting for her ex’s parents, on top of everything else. it’s about to be a crazier summer then normal will Marlowe be able to survive or just break down with everything that’s bound to happen to her.

Danielle Keil grew up and spent the majority of her life in the Chicagoland area. A recent transplant, she is enjoying the Mississippi life, especially the pool in her backyard.
Danielle is happily married for over 10 years, and has two young children, a daughter and a son, who are exact replicas of her and her husband.

Danielle’s love language is gifts, her Ennegram is a 9w1, and she loves everything purple.
The way to her heart is through coffee, chocolate and tacos (extra guac).

#Review – Zodiac Academy 3: The Reckoning by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti

“The answer to your question will be revealed on the Lunar Eclipse. But when discovering the truth, do not let the shadows take you.”

Hell Week has begun.

Senior students have been tasked with making the freshmen’s lives pure torture as we prepare to face The Reckoning – the assessment that will decide whether we stay at Zodiac Academy or lose our places here forever.

With the Lunar Eclipse on the horizon, my sister and I have more to worry about than just passing our exams.

A dark plot is unfolding and the shadows are drawing closer. It looks like our enemies could be more powerful than we ever realised.

Damn, who would have thought being a princess would be this hard?

Okay I am officially obsessed with this series. I actually think I became obsessed after book 1. This series has it all: Strong characters, a sibling bond, love, passion, action and more.

This book is about The Reckoning obviously. So we’re back with Tory and Darcy trying to fit in and navigate the ways of the Fae while dealing with four grumpy heirs who are trying to get rid of them. Just when they think they can trust people, it of course backfires on them.

So much happens in this book that I’m sure I’m going to forget quite a few things for this review.

We continue seeing what a monster Darius’s dad is and the intense hold he has on his sons. Darius is my favourite of the four heirs by the way.

Caleb and Tory and still doing their thing but he keeps giving her whiplash with his nice guy act and then suddenly turning mean and wanting to get rid of her.

Like Tory says in the book, at least Darius has been honest this whole time and she knows where she stands with him. He hates her – maybe not as much as he tries to though – and she hates him – again, not as much as she thinks either. I’m chomping at the bit for these two to get together.

I really like the dynamic between Darcy and Orion but I’m just waiting for their thing to become public and how it’ll destroy what they have.

I’m so excited to read the rest of the books! I feel like now we’re really getting into the nitty gritty of the world. ‘

It’s going to be quite the ride!

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#twinsieforthedaypolly #review #wotr25 #attendingauthor Concede: Knights of Paradise by: SJ Chaynie

I’ve spent the last four years in a Catholic boarding school. A very different world from the one I have found myself being forced into. There is a dangerous game being played, and I haven no choice but to be under his protection. He’s the king, and expects me to bow just like all the others. The more he demands, the more I resist. He’s not just too old for me, or just the president of a motorcycle club. He’s my brother’s best friend, and if he wants me as his queen, he better prove he’s worthy enough for me to put on the crown.

This is an adult novel intended for mature readers.
Book 1 of the Knights of Paradise MC Series. Does end on a cliffhanger, part of a continuing series.

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Review by: Polly

So thankful for a friend who recommended this series to me! This is the first book I have read by SJ Chaynie and won’t be the last! Tanner and Maverick are quite the pair! I loved that they both kept each other on their toes (and on their backs, lol). Totally enjoyed the storyline and that it kept my interest throughout. Really never put the book down once I started reading it. Maverick seems to have his hand full with running the MC, so it’s a good thing he has Dom, Widow and all the other members of the MC to help out. Just a heads up that this book does end in a cliffhanger, so be ready to click the next book right away!

#twinsieforthedaypolly #review #wotr25 #attendingauthor The Polar Bears Fake Mate by: Sophie Stern

 

One bear. One human. One big, fat lie.

Justin
You’d think that with a backstory like mine, the idea of taking a mate is unbelievable. You’d be right. The only reason I’m agreeing to this entire “mates” thing is so that my mother gets off my back, my shareholders are happy, and I continue moving forward in my career. I’m the face of a multi-billion dollar company. I don’t need any scandals in my midst.

Rebecca
The offer is for one year. One year of pretending to be this guy’s mate, and then we can have a quiet divorce. He just needs his shareholders off of his back, and me? Well, I’d like to not starve to death. Only, there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Justin. He might have money and brains and incredibly good looks, but there’s a secret that lurks behind those beautiful eyes.

And I intend to find out what it is.

THE POLAR BEAR’S FAKE MATE is the first book in SHIFTERS OF RAWR COUNTY: a new shifter series from Sophie Stern. There is no cheating and a guaranteed HEA for our happy couple. You may also want to check out THE DRAGON’S CHRISTMAS TREASURE for a sneak peek at life in Rawr County!

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Review by: Polly

The Polar Bear’s Fake Mate is the first book in the Shifters of Rawr County series and revolves around Justin (polar bear shifter) and Rebecca (human). I can honestly say that I am not a huge PNR reader, but I found that I really enjoyed it! This would also be my first polar bear shifter read – but not my first billionaire lover/fake relationship one! While setting up the arrangements for the fake relationship/marriage that is to take place, Justin knows that deep down Rebecca is his true mate – but can he trust her with the knowledge of him being a shape shifter? Rebecca on the other hand is developing real feelings for Justin – but she knows he is keeping a secret from her. As these two start to form a real connection we get to see experience the romance, some passion, family issues, and a little bit of drama! Just enough of everything to keep you turning the pages to discover their HEA! Can’t wait to dive into the next book in this series!

#Review – Zodiac Academy: The Awakening As Told By The Boys by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti

**This is a retelling of book 1 of Zodiac Academy from the perspective of Orion, Darius, Caleb, Seth and Max**

The Vega twins are alive.

Those five words circle in my mind like an oncoming storm. They change everything about the future we thought had been set in stone. They challenge everything we were raised to be and the stability of the entire kingdom.

They’re coming to our academy looking for the life that was stolen from them, but we can’t let them take it back.

So much hangs in the balance and we can’t risk the arrival of two naïve princesses destroying everything we worked so hard for.

I have trained in dark magic, overcome all challenges and stood in the shadow of Lionel Acrux for far too long already. I won’t let them come between me and his downfall.

Which means they have to go before they discover how powerful they truly are.

This is a retelling of the first book in the Zodiac Academy series from the point of view of Orion and the Heirs and should be read after you have finished the original story. It includes scenes from alternative points of view as well over 50k words of additional content and scenes which have never before been revealed. So prepare to step into the dark minds of the Zodiac boys and watch out for the heartbreak and carnage that will ensue.

I got to book 3 in this series before I found a reading order and before I realized that I should have tandem read this one with book 1. But having read book 1 and gotten more into the series, it was fun going back to the beginning to find out why the guys are the way they are. They all have their own reasons, having to deal with their parents’ wrath but Darius’s situation is the worst of them all. His father is a monster and the things he puts Darius through, add to the fact that he uses his brother to get him to do what he wants…man I can’t wait for the day that Darius can take him on and get rid of him.

It was interesting to see the guys’ points of views during certain situations. Their filthy minds were definitely far more out there than the girls’. Lol!

There are so many different reading orders for this series/world and I feel that there is no right or wrong way to read them. Just enjoy the process.

I’m no where near being done this world yet but I’m obsessed and I can’t wait to see where the journey takes me!

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#twinsieforthedaypolly #review #wotr25 #attendingauthor Black Swan Affair by: KL Kreig

 

I’ve loved him as long as I can remember.

The gangly boy with big brown eyes and unruly hair who grew up into an intoxicating man. He wears scruff like he invented it and ambles with a swagger that makes panties drop.

Killian Shepard.

Shep.

We grew up together. We played Ghost in the Graveyard. Had our own rock band. It didn’t matter that he was five years older than me. It didn’t matter that he looked at me as a kid sister even as I grew into woman. It didn’t even matter when he left me behind to go to college and start his adult life.

He’d be back.

He was always meant to be mine.

He came back, all right. But instead of smelling of promises, he stunk of betrayal. And he destroyed me—us—the day he married my sister instead of me.

So I did the only thing a girl like me in my position could do.

I got my revenge.

I married his brother, Kael.

Now we’re one big happy f*cking family.

***mature content appropriate for 18+

 

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Review by: Polly

Kael or Killian – heads or tails? If you enjoy love triangles…then this is the book for you! This was one intense love triangle between Kael and Killian (brothers) and Maverick that had me cheering for Kael one minute and Killian the next! My feelings were all over the place! Of course, these three “grew up” together and there are secrets that are bound to be unfolded. But how those secrets get unfolded, kept me glued to my Kindle. The twists at the end….nope didn’t see those coming! Both brothers love Maverick and she in turn loves both brothers. Her heart loves Killian and her mid loves Kael. But ultimately, she must choose which to love forever! Did she pick the right brother….well, I am still on the fence about that. I loved getting the POV’s from both Maverick and Kael, but really wished there were a few chapters in Killian’s POV. It took me a bit to get into the past-present timeline that kept getting tossed around, but I finally got into the swing of things. So…. What team are you on after reading this book? #TeanKillian or #TeamKael

#wotr25 #attendingauthor #twinsieforthedayPolly #review Ryker by: Samantha Lind

 

After years of trying to get back home to be closer to my daughter, I finally secured a spot on the newly expanded San Francisco Shockwaves.

Juggling being the newly appointed Captain of the team and taking on full-time fatherhood to a teenager sends my life into chaos.

I quickly find myself needing someone who can pick up the pieces and keep my life in order as I certainly can’t do it alone.

I just never thought my savior would be the sexy woman next door- the one I can’t keep my mind or eyes off every chance I get.

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Review by: Polly Barreto
I found the story of Ryker and Avery to be a quick, cute story that left me smiling at the end. I kept waiting for the “other shoe to drop” and it never did. No angst, no big fight, no real issues to deal with, no shoe to drop. Just some insta love with a push from Ryker’s daughter Elle. Read it in a day.

#newRelease #darkRomance #enemiestolovers – Sweet Chaos by Kimberly Quinn

The man I’m being forced to seduce is ruthless, dominant, and untouchable.

And he should be. He’s a hitman.

But now, he’s my mark, and I don’t have a choice—deliver Dex to the Bratva, or lose everything.

Playing seductress is nothing new, but the stakes are. Dex unexpectedly changes the rules, twisting the game, pushing me to stay one step ahead…

Then, he puts his hands on me.

Suddenly, I lose all control.

And in Dex’s arms, I realize maybe I never really had control of a damn thing to begin with.

What will remain amid the savage chaos we’ve created when the hunter becomes the hunted?

We’re both about to find out.

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Kimberly is a contemporary romance author, born procrastinator, and lover of morally gray heroes. She enjoys lively conversations, usually with imaginary people, and can often be found daydreaming at work.

She writes gritty, messy, dangerous romances, featuring beautifully flawed characters, pursuing love at all costs. It’s romance with rough edges.

When she’s not busy writing, you can find her with a coffee in hand, dog at her side, and exploring the wilds of her hometown in Ontario, Canada… Or on her couch, getting lost in a good story.

#wotr25 #attendingauthor #twinsieforthedayElizabeth #review We’re Made of Moments by: Molly McClain

We were made of moments.

A handful of nights.
Two weeks of passion.
Four years of denial.

Jesse
She was never mine to keep, but I took every second that girl was willing to give me.
I always knew she’d go back to him.
But I never expected she’d take a piece of me with her.

Hayden
He changed my life forever, and it happened long before our two weeks together.
I didn’t mean to fall for him.
But how could I not when he gave me the most precious gift of all?

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Molly writes spicy small-town romance with lots of heart. Her heroes are typically blue collar with beefy forearms, and her heroines are stubborn backtalkers. Kinda like Molly and her husband in real life. She lives in Wisconsin, so it’s no surprise that she loves all things cheese, especially in cake form. She’s a cat and dog mom with a few human kids, too, and she has a day job. Writing happily-ever-afters is definitely her escape from reality.

Review by Elizabeth

“Life is not measured by the amount of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

I was given the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an honest review.

Jesse and Hayden… no other words to be said but, Absolutely Breathtaking!
Hayden lives in the city and spends her summers at the family cabin up north in the small town where Jesse lives. They are from two separate worlds, but on a starry night, the universe decides that they need to meet.

A wish on a star sets into motion a beautiful love story full of laughter, angst, and quite a few tears.  The struggles that they face are all too real.  One holding onto a plan that may not be the right one, and the other knowing in their heart that, given time, things will be as they were always meant to be.

Ya,  We’re Made of Moments is that book that will leave you breathless and begging for more. I couldn’t put it down, and I felt every moment of Jesse and Hayden’s story in my heart.

#wotr25 #attendingauthor #twinsieforthedayElizabeth #review Blood & Bone by: Paula Dombrowiak

Jack O’Donnell is a living legend—

And the most insufferable man I’ve ever met.

I came to LA for the story. An exclusive interview with the elusive, infuriating, wickedly sexy rockstar. The one that could make my career.

He slams the door in my face.

Then chaos hits. And I find myself in a coffee shop, sitting across from a man who once ruled the world with a guitar in his hand and destruction in his wake.

Jack O’Donnell is raw. Unfiltered. A mess of contradictions wrapped in leather and regret.

Every word is a challenge.

Every glance, a dare.

But the more he reveals, the harder it is to look away.

Because beneath the headlines is a man still haunted by the past.

By a love that shattered him. By a heartbreak he never recovered from.

And when it’s time for me to go home—

Will either of us be ready to let go?


Blood & Bone is the first novel in the Blood & Bone series which must be read in order for the best reader experience. If you enjoy angst-fuelled romance, dangerously addictive love triangles, and second chances, don’t miss this steamy, intensely emotional slow burn rockstar romance.

Content Warning: This book also contains some sensitive subjects about abuse, addiction and suicide. Please take care while reading.

 

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Paula Dombrowiak grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois but currently lives in Arizona. She is the author of Blood and Bone, her first adult romance novel which combines her love of music and imperfect relationships. Paula is a lifelong music junkie, whose wardrobe consists of band T-shirts and leggings which are perpetually covered in pet hair. She is a sucker for a redeemable villain, bad boys, and the tragically flawed. Music inspires her storytelling.

Review by Elizabeth

I had already heard that this author was the “collector of reader’s tears.” Now I can understand why. What Jack goes through is REAL.

Jack O’Donnell is the self-proclaimed “villian” of his own story.  This is a truth that  journalist Erin Langford sets out to debunk.  She wants the whole story.  Every dark, angsty, emotionally crippling,  word of it.  He reluctantly agrees after a horrible situation hits the press that was supposed to be kept quiet.

Blood and Bone takes you through every part of Jack’s life, no detail is spared.  Neither are the tears you will be shedding with the rest of the characters.  If you can survive reading what this man goes through without breaking,  there must be something wrong.  I didn’t. 

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