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#WOTR27 – #Throwback Review – How to Spell Disaster by Jennifer Laslie

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How to Spell Disaster (Unfortunate Spells Book 1)

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OMG, if you want something that is funny with a ton of crazy shenanigans, then I absolutely recommend How to Spell Disaster!

Who’d a thunk that a crazy old book would turn into such a disaster?! Tucker attempts a love spell and it blows up in his face. Women are throwing themselves at him left and right. At first, he thinks this will end his dry spell and decides to go on a date. But as he continues, the women get crazier. This poor guy has to watch out for his well being too! He goes back to the occult shop to get some advice or possibly another spell to break this one but is told that sometimes magic won’t work and the only way to break this spell, or curse, is to find true love’s first kiss. Ok, so cliche’, right? Well, when the women start going crazier he has to find something to fix this and the book just sits there….staring at him…. flips to another page… shocks people….the book just taunts him. When he thinks he finds a “nice” girl they end up being some sort of psycho. This story had me dying laughing all the way to the end. Love is always found in the most unlikely of places and poor Tucker has hellish luck. This was a super fun story and rooting for Tucker was the best part! I look forward to continuing this series.

Jennifer Laslie

Apocalyptic, Dystopian, Review, Suspense, Writers on the River Attending Author, Zombie

#WOTR27 #Review #Zombies – Feral Undead (Stay Dead Book 6) by L.C. Mortimer / Sophie Stern

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Our survivors are doing everything they can to stay alive…

…but will it be enough?

 

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Twinsie Kelly’s Review

I thoroughly love this story. It is not all about all the different human sects fighting each other and fighting the zombies but stays focused on this one group and how they continue to survive. On a bittersweet note, this might be one of my favorite books of the series so far (aside from the very first book). Greta made it home! It wasn’t everything that they were expecting, but she did make it home. This one brought in a couple of new characters. And with these new characters bring a couple of different hurdles. However, there is one thing that this group all knows how to do and that is to take care of one another. I can’t wait to start the next book and for them to start the next leg of their journey.

 

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L.C. Mortimer likes zombies, shifters, and things that go bump in the night. When she’s not busy dreaming up her next story, Mortimer can be found dancing, traveling, or curled up with a cozy mystery.

Cartel/Mafia, Cops/Detectives, Kidnapping, Part of a Series, Suspense, Writers on the River Attending Author

#review #partofaseries Sink Like a Stone (The Stone Chronicles 3) by Maverick Montgomery

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When justice is on the line, leave no stone unturned.

Private Investigator Jack Stone finds himself on the wrong side of the law he once swore to uphold. Trapped in a lethal game of life or death, he continues his hunt for Drac and Gino, the two men who hold the key to his destruction.
Now, in a world where every move could be his last, Jack must decide:
Will he rise to the challenge… or sink like a stone?

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i bought this book and here is my honest review

Emotional rollercoaster. Jack Stone is still on the hunt to kill the drug lords that just won’t die. And now after being kidnapped and seeing his girl and best friend betraying him Jac is now in jail under a different name fighting for his life. Will he make it out alive and get the answers he now is searching for or will he die with unanswered questions.

Maverick Montgomery lives in the Midwest with his wife of nine years and their three partners-in-crime, his two dogs, Austen and Ava, and cat, Jude. Considered a self-proclaimed gamer nerd who was holding a game controller long before he picked up a pen. a gear head at heart who can’t resist drooling over any vehicle whether it be classic or modern, Maverick grew up immersed in classic Alfred Hitchcock films, fueling his lifelong fascination with suspense and crime thrillers.

 

When he’s not writing, Maverick can be found tinkering with cars or dreaming of his next project, usually no more five in his mind at once or he can be hiding out in his man cave surrounded by comic books, stacks of video games, and story ideas waiting to be unleashed. Equal parts snark and grit, he pulls his inspiration from Dick Tracy and Punisher comics, or indulging his wife’s latest project antics while figuring out ways to avoid admitting she’s right.

Mystery, Review, short story, Thriller, Writers on the River Attending Author

#Review – Blood From A Stone (The Stone Chronicles Book 2) by Maverick Montgomery

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When justice is on the line…leave no Stone unturned.

Bloody and armed with the answers he was willing to die for, Jack Stone is sent spiraling into the city’s seedy underbelly to find the enigmatic Drac. His search comes to a screeching halt when unforeseen events force him to rely on questionable strangers. Now with a price on his head, and his loved ones in the crosshairs as collateral damage, Jack must race to find the man who wants him dead.

 

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Twinsie Kelly’s Review

Jack is the cat’s meow! He recently got shot, almost died, drove his baby (the Mustang) into a wall, blew up a bad guy’s SUV and now there is a bounty on his head. He is generally not one to be messed with, but he is an absolute force to be reckoned with when his friends and family are considered collateral damage. Just like the previous book, this one is just as fast and furious! Tons of suspense and action. Word to the wise, when you start this book, plan on finishing it. It moves fast. You will lose track of time and then it will be over. But not over OVER. There is a cliffhanger and now I am patiently (really I am impatiently waiting, lol) for the next book. I NEED to know what happens next and WHY they are out to get JACK! I recommend The Stone Chronicles!

 

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Maverick Montgomery lives in the Midwest with his wife of nine years and their three partners-in-crime, his two dogs, Austen and Ava, and cat, Jude. Considered a self-proclaimed gamer nerd who was holding a game controller long before he picked up a pen. a gear head at heart who can’t resist drooling over any vehicle whether it be classic or modern, Maverick grew up immersed in classic Alfred Hitchcock films, fueling his lifelong fascination with suspense and crime thrillers.

 

When he’s not writing, Maverick can be found tinkering with cars or dreaming of his next project, usually no more five in his mind at once or he can be hiding out in his man cave surrounded by comic books, stacks of video games, and story ideas waiting to be unleashed. Equal parts snark and grit, he pulls his inspiration from Dick Tracy and Punisher comics, or indulging his wife’s latest project antics while figuring out ways to avoid admitting she’s right.

2nd Chance, Age Gap, Review, Romantic Comedy, Writers on the River Attending Author

#WOTR26 #Review – Loving Sweets (You’ve Been Gnomed) book 3 by AJ Renee and Miranda Lynn

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Happily ever after is for other people, not menopausal women combating hot flashes as they bake.
My simple world is upended when Brian Billups barrels into my life like a storm I never saw coming. Crushing on a younger man belongs in the pages of an age-gap romance novel, not in my real, responsible, middle-aged woman life.

Age is just a number.
No woman—not even my ex‑wife—ever affected me the way Yo Kim does. Just thinking about her sends heat rolling through me, a slow, undeniable burn that refuses to fade. Resisting her feels less like strength and more like denial.
It’s time we both take a second chance on love.
I just need to convince her that our story isn’t a fantasy.

 

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Twinsie Kelly’s Review

Oh, be still my heart! Loving Sweets will capture your heart and make you beg for more! I swear that anyone who reads this book will be able to relate to it in one way or another. You don’t have to be a menopausal woman who feels like a cougar because she is crushing on a young man who would love to sweep her off her feet. And likewise, you don’t have to be the young man who would do anything to make said woman understand how deep his love runs for her, age be damned! Plus, you add in these freaky lil gnomes with Gran spouting off like she normally does that makes everyone blush and you have the perfect combination for a super sweet, cozy, small town, rom com. I just love how all the characters from the past books still interact with the main characters in Loving Sweets. I mean, when love is love, just let it be. Brian and Yo, even though they come from entirely different backgrounds, truly have some chemistry that would make anyone’s heart swoon. They both deserve a shot at happiness. Everyone else sees it but how they go about getting there, is quite the journey. Lovingly sweet!

 

AJ Renee

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AJ Renee is a military wife and mother of three. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Master of Science in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

She loves to read and write steamy romance with a happily ever after. When not working, you can find her playing World of Warcraft, board games, or outdoors for a run or hike.

 

Miranda Lynn

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Escaping reality one book at a time has been Miranda’s motto since she learned to read. As an only child raised on a dairy farm her creative imagination brought words to life. She devoured more books growing up than her little town bookmobile could handle. It was inevitable that she would turn from reading them to writing them. This is her way to help not only herself but others escape the day to day drudge. Her books may take you on a journey through time, give you a look inside a fantasy realm, or delve into the magic of almost anything paranormal. Threading in heart stopping romance and dropping an occasional super sexy scene just to keep you on your toes.

Miranda’s stories are focused around strong female leads and sexy males who appreciate them. She strives to encourage her readers that they can have it all in real life too.

You can find her most days either subbing at the local high school or tucked away in her office working on the next story with a cup of java in her hand. She loves connecting with her readers online as well as in real life so make sure to find her on Facebook and check out where she will be signing throughout the year on her website.

Mystery, Review, Suspense, Thriller, Writers on the River Attending Author

#WOTR26 #Review Stone’s Edge (The Stone Chronicles) Book 1 by Maverick Montgomery

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When justice is on the line… leave no stone unturned.

Private Investigator, Jack Stone, is closing in on his rival when an unexpected twist throws his investigation – and his life – onto a different course. Going head-to-head with a demon from his past in his quest for vengeance puts Jack’s family and friends in the line of fire, and he must use every resource in his arsenal to bring an end to the tyrant threatening his future.

 

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Twinsie Kelly’s Review

Jaaaaaaack! He is me in male form, haha! Stone’s Edge starts off literally on the edge. Something’s up and he is WIRED! Things go from zero to one hundred quick, fast, and in a hurry. Then we meet his mom. Jack’s MOM! I love her! I want to be just like her when I grow up, LOL! She is a fighter and I love it! One thing I learned very fast is you don’t mess with Jack’s family. So, we are on the move again. Zig zagging, ducking and weaving, and then BAM! A twist I had no clue was coming. But it makes total sense. The writing was gripping, witty, and kept me on the edge of my seat. I was sad to see the end of the story but happy the second book is out so I can keep on keepin on! Stay tuned for another review!

 

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Maverick Montgomery lives in the Midwest with his wife of nine years and their three partners-in-crime, his two dogs, Austen and Ava, and cat, Jude. Considered a self-proclaimed gamer nerd who was holding a game controller long before he picked up a pen. a gear head at heart who can’t resist drooling over any vehicle whether it be classic or modern, Maverick grew up immersed in classic Alfred Hitchcock films, fueling his lifelong fascination with suspense and crime thrillers.

When he’s not writing, Maverick can be found tinkering with cars or dreaming of his next project, usually no more five in his mind at once or he can be hiding out in his man cave surrounded by comic books, stacks of video games, and story ideas waiting to be unleashed. Equal parts snark and grit, he pulls his inspiration from Dick Tracy and Punisher comics, or indulging his wife’s latest project antics while figuring out ways to avoid admitting she’s right.

Review, Romantic Comedy, Small Town Romance, Writers on the River Attending Author

#WOTR26 #Review – Loving Death (You’ve Been Gnomed) Book 2 by AJ Renee and Miranda Lynn

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I never expected to run into Maverick Houston—especially not in the aftermath of grief.
My childhood bully. The boy who made school a nightmare. Now he’s standing in front of me, looking just as lost as I feel—and unfairly, heartbreakingly handsome.
I should walk away.
But Ma’s voice echoes in my head, reminding me to lead with grace, not grudges. That doesn’t explain the electric current between us, the pull I can’t seem to fight.

One look at Rose Marie Benedict, and the weight of who I used to be nearly brings me to my knees.
I hurt her—deeply. And yet, here I am, planting roots in the same small town I once tried to escape. I didn’t come to Norina looking for redemption. But maybe it found me anyway.
Now I have to prove I’ve changed. That the man I am today is someone she can trust… maybe even love.
But forgiveness is a fragile thing.
And even if she gives it, do I deserve her heart?

 

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Twinsie Kelly’s Review

Sweet and spicy with all the humor that I have come to love with You’ve Been Gnomed!

Growing up is hard to do but sometimes the adulting thing is even rougher. Rose Marie and Maverick cross paths and who they were in their past lives crosses paths with that darned adulting thing. Each one is dealing with a personal death but end up feeling the electricity between each other. The only problem is that each time they get close, one of them puts their foot in their mouth. Do people change? Can they change? Oh, the news that Maverick gets is kind of gut wrenching. It really gave me some feels. Like, I needed a friend and I am happy that he was in Norina when he finally got this information.

Some of the things that I love most about the group of characters in Norina are how loyal everyone is and all their quirks! The ROMEOs are so wrong sometimes but absolutely hilarious! The women they are after are so freaking cute! Rose Marie’s friend, Kennedy, and Jack (Kennedy’s BF), and Gran are the most loyal but will also call BS if needed. They are the best! Maverick is bringing along a couple of his friends as well and I can’t wait to see what they bring to the table.

The Gnomes in Loving Death are a little more on a personal level. They are so perfect for the story. This book has a little bit of everything. It is swoon worthy but it still had me laughing and shaking my head at some of the shenanigans that were going on. I am patiently waiting for the next in the series.

 

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AJ Renee is a military wife and mother of three. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Master of Science in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

She loves to read and write steamy romance with a happily ever after. When not working, you can find her playing World of Warcraft, board games, or outdoors for a run or hike.

 

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Escaping reality one book at a time has been Miranda’s motto since she learned to read. As an only child raised on a dairy farm her creative imagination brought words to life. She devoured more books growing up than her little town bookmobile could handle. It was inevitable that she would turn from reading them to writing them. This is her way to help not only herself but others escape the day to day drudge. Her books may take you on a journey through time, give you a look inside a fantasy realm, or delve into the magic of almost anything paranormal. Threading in heart stopping romance and dropping an occasional super sexy scene just to keep you on your toes.

Miranda’s stories are focused around strong female leads and sexy males who appreciate them. She strives to encourage her readers that they can have it all in real life too.

Fantasy, Part of a Series, Shifters, Standalone, Werewolf, Writers on the River Attending Author

#wotr #shifters # #seriesstarter Hunting Season (Guarded by the Shifter 1) by Kate Rudolph

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When Owen meets Stasia his werewolf senses howl to life and he’s certain of one thing: Stasia is his.

He’s there to be her bodyguard, not claim her as his mate. His job is close to impossible, especially since his client tries to fire him the moment they meet.
But this werewolf won’t back down.

Stasia’s sick of cocky men and she won’t fall for the cheerfully overbearing bodyguard she’s stuck with. It doesn’t matter that he makes her heart pound and her fantasies run wild.
When Stasia is yanked out of her glittering life of wealth and privilege and into Owen’s world of fur and fangs she’ll need to grapple with an impossible new reality that includes werewolves, silver bullets, and fated mates.

And she may just have to cope by kissing her bodyguard senseless.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56981805-hunting-season?ref=48

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Stasia is just your typical New York gal, the hustle and bustle of the streets but one thing she doesn’t enjoy is trying to be kidnapped because of who her father is. but once again that’s happened so her brother called a friend of his and has an employee Owen to go to be her bodyguard. but one thing they don’t know is that Owen is a shifter and needs to be in his wolf form just as much as his human form. but one thing Owen didn’t count on with this job security was that his wolf needed Stasia more then he would think, once he got a whiff of her fumes he knew that was his mate, but he just needed to get Stasia to see it as well. and there is no tucking his tail between his legs, she will be his it’s just a matter of when.

Kate Rudolph is an ex-derby girl who lives in Indiana. She loves writing about kick butt heroines and the steamy heroes who love them. She’s been devouring romance novels since she was too young to be reading them and had to hide her books so no one would take them away. She couldn’t imagine a better job in this world than writing romances and sharing them with her fellow readers.

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#wotr26 #attendingauthor #audiobook Love and Pancakes (Rockland Falls 1) by Lacey Black narrated by  Rachel Dulude and Alex Kydd 

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Marissa Grayson’s dream went up in smoke. A devastating fire has ripped apart her family’s bed-and-breakfast, leaving her off-kilter and scrambling to repair the damage. What she doesn’t need, or have time for, is Rhenn Burleski. He’s sexy, confident, and dangerous to her heart; a man who clearly knows his way around the female body and will leave the moment the sheets start to cool. Yet that doesn’t stop her from making a deal with the devil himself.

Work hard, play harder. That’s Rhenn’s life motto. An electrician by day, Rhenn turns it up at night, always with a different lady friend in tow. He makes sure they know the score: He’s not looking for anything more than one night of fun. However, he knows the second he meets the shy daughter of the bed-and-breakfast’s owner that his life is never going to be the same. As hard as he tries, he just can’t resist one taste.

What happens when their time is up and Rhenn must leave, returning to his old life? Will they be able to walk away, hearts unscathed, or will their time together prove to be nothing more than a fading memory?

Contains mature themes.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42983593-love-and-pancakes

https://www.amazon.com/Love-and-Pancakes-Lacey-Black-audiobook/dp/B07PD13ZF3/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UMTuQTF2eTZqBfhMWXl51FNaKV0yikdsLVs1tEbNruLMPRauFb7hiLKQcBXeC_mibT4R3YSaD6xSN93G_SDFbWFX9pIHKZMufy7s2gHd9vJTXGBt31JxnscO7pLcdtdZeJegF6hQAfVxvSp8xLcKJHIlgeYn_Pi_QNsUiSMYjb5tXvvTs9UAt7kjKoA3-uGA32JSc-aYUiVGvPDHoyKyN6_JSM1OkxBqQOnthfGIBsotNkQ59c6NvXmlxeKGUtz260D-bMq1NDKm9jtt1XtpVDaXRYx_xnxBgT2EYEH3k0Y.KS70Qr326Q1uBRgURye1YMw8jwHqEdPYoP73N9sN1mo&qid=1778938708&sr=8-14

i bought this audiobook and here is my honest review

Marissa was meeting new family from juniper bay at the worst time, the bed and breakfast she runs with her family is currently without power and they had to call in an electrician, to get things back up and running. but none of them excepted him to be the most drop-dead gorgeous man Marissa has ever seen. Rhenn is a player a hit it and quit it kind of guy, never having to worry about hurt feelings, until he caught Marissa’s eyes and he was wanting to change all his ways. Will these two make sparks or will it end in a faulty wire job. I’m so glad to be back in this family world and Emma and Orvall are still just as spunky and sexual as their own granddaughters’ books. i love them and need all of their stories.

Avid reader, writer, mother, and wife! I love to read contemporary romance. Add in a little “spice” or hot guys in uniform pants, and I’m a happy woman. There’s just something about diving into a book and engrossing in the magic of your hero and heroine getting their happily ever after.

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#wotr #attendingauthor #audiobook The Cost of Desire (Secrets in Edgewood 2) by Kate Hawthorne narrated by Christopher Rourke

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I’m just playing with you, Danny.

Danny has been harboring a secret crush on his dad’s best friend for years, and when he finds himself helping Jordan with some late night filing, things quickly take a turn for the interesting.

I’m starving, Little Boy.

Jordan should know better, but he can’t tell Danny no. One night turns into two and two turns into more. Before either man knows it, they’re in a serious—and secret—relationship.

You always belong with me. You always belong to me.

Danny is across the country for school and his mother’s goal in life is to set Jordan up with one of her friends. Tension and expectations are pulling them apart. One grand gesture gone wrong leaves their secrets in the open where they must face the repercussions and the cost of desire.

I’m going to make sure you know how much I love you.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55340581-the-cost-of-desire

https://www.amazon.com/Cost-Desire-Secrets-Edgewood-Book/dp/B08QKW38K3/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1777227118&sr=8-41

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Danny was working in his dad’s office before college started, and on Valentine’s day his dad left, and it was just him and his dads business partner. Jordan is divorced, older businessman and when he ran into Danny at the office papers went everywhere and that’s not the only thing that happened. clothes flew off lube and condoms were being found and these two couldn’t keep their hands off each other. Danny had a new daddy that was just a secret for him, but when Danny goes away to college will it change this dynamic that they have created or only want them to want each other more.

With over two dozen published romances to her name, Kate Hawthorne has built a recognizable brand around telling emotional stories that pack a figurative (and sometimes literal) punch.

Existing on a steady diet of wine and coffee, Kate spends her days dreaming up angsty stories full of heat, kink, and heart. Kate now lives in Louisville, where she writes romance, reads romance, and hides from the humidity.