Save My Place

Save My Place by Olivia deBelle Byrd

 

This is a wonderful and beautiful love story. Giving this book five stars was easy for me to give as I enjoyed the story and the characters a lot. The author wrote the story beautifully and with so much talent. It’s a love story that once it has been read will be remembered over and over. Olivia deBelle Byrd out done herself with this book and I can’t wait to see what she comes out with next.

The story itself is well thought out and the characters wrote so that the story flows with them to the end. It’s a page turner and an attention grabber from the beginning. I can easily say that I am recommending this book to any romance reader, or romantic at heart to enjoy. After reading this book I can honestly say it has a taken place at my top fifteen favorite romance reads.

 

***** 5 Stars
Reviewed by Kristin Hinkle
https://afterdarkreadingnook.wordpress.com/

 

Falling ***Book of the Month***

Falling (Negative Ion Series book 1) by: Ryanne Anthony

This book is the first book in this incredible series. Now, I haven’t read the books to follow this one, but after not being able to pull myself away from this one, I want to. I rate my reviews on a scale of 1-5, and I must say I couldn’t give this book anything less than 5 stars. From page one it grabbed my attention and held on. I found myself quickly falling in love with the two main characters Kimber (Itsy), and Jaxen.
Throughout the book I felt a series of emotions right along with the characters. I’ve laughed, cried, found myself angry, and at some point wanted to reach through the book to grab a hold of a character in particular. It was a rollercoaster of emotions that only great books, and astounding authors can make a reader feel.
Ryanne Anthony out done herself with this book and I can’t wait to read what she has coming next. The ending of the book left me wanting more, and you better believe I’m going to grab the next book when it comes out. I’m so very grateful that the author gave me the opportunity to read this book. I highly recommend this book to everyone, especially, if you want to read a book that you will never forget.

***** 5 Stars
Reviewed by Kristin Hinkle
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Michelle's Review: ***** 5 Stars

WOW!! I am in complete shock! I was not expecting that ending at all. That completely threw me for a loop. Okay, I have to say I absolutely loved this book and instantly fell in love with the characters. From the first page to the last, I was so wrapped up in the story I literally read the whole book in one sitting while at work only stopping to when I actually had to work. As soon as I finished whatever I had to do, I was right back in the story. Ryanne Anthony writes an amazing story that just sucks you in and just when you think you know what is going to happen, think again, she throws a twist at you. Definitely an amazing read and I cannot wait until I can read the next one.

I was gifted this copy for a honest review.

Marla's Review: **** 4 Stars
This book was raw and edgy. It totally grabbed my interest from the beginning. I would have loved to see the pacing evened out more, or maybe the scenes to be more fleshed out. But, hey, Ryanne Anthony knows how to spin an engaging story. I read the book through in almost 1 sitting because I didn't want to put it down. I loved the characters, even Jaxen, who clearly has some issues. I'm still not clear what exactly Jaxen's issues stem from. He and his sister seem to have a love hate relationship. And, this makes the dynamics of the story that much more interesting. The characters are so...out there? in some ways, yet at the same time so real. The whole cast almost reminded me of the crazy neighbors who always seemed to have some fascinating drama going on. They're all really nice, so you can't complain about them. But, you scratch your head at how the neighborhood professor or surgeon has these wild but nice kids.
I really also enjoyed Kimber's mom. She felt very down to earth and real to me. The love story between Jaxen and Kimber, however, takes center stage and it's not an easy one. Jaxen can be such a sweetheart and such a jerk. Yet, I found myself rooting for them and wanting them to work things out. They clearly love each other, though it's not totally clear to me why Jaxen messes things up at one point. I have my assumptions, but I'm not sure.
This is definitely a page turner and I look forward to finding out what's next in the complicated world of Negative Ion.

Lorraine's Review **** 4 Star
Loved this one, loved the two main characters. I liked Jaxen right from the start, and right up until he hurt Kimber, not physically but verbally.

Apart from Jaxen and Kimber there were several other engaging minor characters, and I hope to see more of them in the series.

I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone wanting a light, enjoyable read. Speaking of enjoyable, the sex scenes were hot!

I felt like I was on a rollercoaster, just like Kimber’s emotions. The ending was totally unexpected but I can understand it. I am just grateful that there will be another book in this series.

Fall for Him

 

Fall for Him by J.C. Valentine

*Release day August 25, 2015*

 

As with the first two books in this series, I was totally engrossed by the first page. Completely felt for Joe. For me there is no denying the Rebel's feeling and what he wants, but other people have other plans and do all they can to keep Joe and Rebel apart. This book and series is completely full of anticipation of what is going to come next. J.C. Valentine out did herself with this one. I had the constant thought of what was going to happen next to the point it I could not put it down. I had to know.

I absolutely love Joe and Rebel together. They have to go through some ups and downs with a twist or two along the way, but the question is can they make it to the other side?

 

***** 5 Star

Michelle Thompson
 https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/28786017-michelle-chelle-thompson

 

**ARC provided for an honest review**

The Falling of Hope

The Falling of Hope by Marisa Oldham

***Release day August 28, 2015***

 

There are no words.....amazing, phenomenal, all consuming, great, absolutely stunning - none of these words even come close to describing the greatness of not only this book, but the whole series. I am so sad to see it end, but couldn't be happier at the ending and to see these characters find their way. This book, just like the first two, completely and unremorsefully ripped my heart out, shattered it, and somehow completely put it back together. Emotional rollercoaster does not even begin to cover the emotions I went through. I would more say an emotional rollercoaster that I rode at least 10 times and at the end wanted to do it all over again.

These characters have such a special place in my heart, that they have become my friends and I'm actually a little lost now that I've had to say goodbye. If you have read the first two books, I already know you will read and love this one. If you have not read this series yet, I highly recommend you do it now. I was given an ARC for an honest review.

 

***** 5 Stars

Reviewed by Michelle Thompson

https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/28786017-michelle-chelle-Thompson

 

I was given an ARC for an honest review.

Reluctant

                                      Reluctant by Marla Josephs

First and foremost, I must say that I absolutely loved this book. It’s a wonderfully well written contemporary romance. I have to say at first when I began reading it started out a little sad, but then it quickly picked up and took the story to new heights. I fell in love with Marla Josephs characters, Fallon and Reid. The title Reluctant fits the book so well. As in the story I felt as though Fallon could be reluctant at times, and then as well with Reid. Although Reid, at first, didn’t seem very reluctant. Actually, at first he seemed the opposite and I had him pegged for an egotistical womanizer, but my mind was quickly changed. It left the saying “appearance aren’t always as they seem” as the real deal.

As a reader and reviewer I have to recommend this book. I would be crazy if I didn’t and I’m not crazy. The story flowed well and left no gaps, or questions to be asked. Everything was covered and covered well. Marla Josephs is a wordsmith that will have you eating out of her hand as she leads through the book.

If I had to choose one thing I didn’t like about this book it would be that I hated it to end. The characters are realistic and the story completely down to earth. It was as though I was following the characters through their events of every day life. If your a romantic at heart you have to get your copy of this book.

 

***** 5 stars

Reviewed by Kristin Hinkle 

https://afterdarkreadingnook.wordpress.com/

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Away

Away by B. A. Wolfe

Away completely shattered me. I literally cried so hard. This story broke my soul. There are not enough stars I could give this book to tell you how amazing it is. Oh the feelings and emotions. BA Wolfe has written a story that will ingrain itself into your soul. These characters are truly breath taking, that is the only way I know how to describe them. They will amaze you, capture your heart, and make you truly feel. Definitely a must read!!

***** 5 Stars
Reviewed by Michelle Thompson
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/28786017-michelle-chelle-thompson