Accidental Magic: Myrtlewood Mysteries Book 1

 by Iris Beaglehole

I'm giving this book five stars for pure entertainment. It's been a while since I read a witchy paranormal and I don't think ever a cozy one.
I loved the characters, both good and horrid. The quirky village and it's magical ways. Rosemary and her daughter returned for a will reading after Gran died or rather was killed. The house was magical and too many people wanted it's secrets. Rosemary was determined to get to the bottom of the murder of her Gran and free herself from blame.

I loved the ending, not so much a cliff hanger but a mystery of a missing person to solve hopefully in book 2

I was thoroughly entertained on a lazy Saturday afternoon engrossed in this story. I highly recommend it.

Welcome to Myrtlewood, a quirky town, steeped in magic, tea and mystery…

Life’s a struggle for Rosemary Thorn and her teen daughter, Athena. But their regular troubles are turned upside down after Granny Thorn’s mysterious death.

Despite her cousin's sinister manoeuvrings, Rosemary returns to Myrtlewood and the sprawling, dilapidated Thorn Manor. But there's more to the old house than meets the eye, as Rosemary and Athena soon find out — in a whirlwind of magic, adventure, mystical creatures and endless cups of tea.

Life in Myrtlewood would be bliss if Rosemary could only clear her name in a certain murder investigation, solve the mystery and stay out of mortal peril – for at least a little while!

A small town with endless secrets, strange activities and a house with a mind of its own.

If you love mystery, witches, magic and a big dose of humour, you’re going to love Myrtlewood Mysteries Book 1.

Country (Diamond MC Book 1)

 by Lila Rose

I’ve not read the other series so these characters are all new to me.
The age gap threw me at first seeing as she was only 19, though as we got to know her she grew up fast from her childhood. Needing a place to be needed and loved, Dusty endeared herself to the club members. Though her eye was on the Prez, Country was a bit slow, thinking her too young and sweet to be stuck with him.
Once I got into the story, drama unfolded in more ways than one. I couldn't put it down there as time was running out. Will they all survive?
Exciting story, I really enjoyed it.

I had her and loved the taste of her.
But she’s too young, too sweet and good.
I’ll keep her safe, and I want her happy.
Even if my own heart tells me I’m a fool for not making her mine.

Our few nights were electric. She left her mark and burned her goodness into my heart.
There’s no room left for anyone else, only her.
I can’t chase her. I have to let her go.
Sure, she’s a club girl and I could have her under me whenever I want, but I can’t do that to her. I refuse to pull her any deeper into the Diamond MC.

When that decision is taken out of my hands and she’s dragged into the darkness, all I see is rage and bloodshed.
I’ll make them pay. Every single one of them who thought they could steal her away, take her from me.

She’s everything.
And once I have her back, I’ll make sure I never let go.
She’s light and goodness.
Maybe she’s too good for me, but maybe she’s just what I need to balance my world.
I’ll give her everything and make her mine.
And just maybe she’ll make me hers too.


Warning: this book contains violence, offensive language, and very mature topics. Recommended for age 18 years and up.

Note: Book #1 in the Diamond MC series, though these characters have been seen in the mm Polished P &P series, you don't have to read them first to read Country.

Little Dolls (Candella Sisters' Heroes Book 1)

 by Jane Blythe 

What an awesome 5 star read

Wow what a story, I was glued to my kindle screaming 'don't go in there'. A little bit heart stopping here and there. Our main characters are Jonathan the detective and Clara survivor, kidnapped at knife point. Why was she taken and how does she know the kidnapper? Past events as children connect her and the detective. Murder is happening again after a few decades. Is it the same serial killers or a copycat and why? So much happening, as this author cleverly wove a tale of suspense with a little attraction. Will they all survive? The story stands alone but there are 2 more sisters in this tale so I'm guessing one of them is next. Fantastic story, I highly recommend it.

He's trying to prove her friend is guilty of murder.

When Clara Candella is carjacked it brings the past she thought was firmly behind her crashing into her present. Now the sexy detective who saved her life is trying to prove that her childhood friend is guilty of the same horrendous crimes they both survived. Can she set the fact that they're on opposite sides of this investigation aside and allow the attraction simmering between them to grow into something more?

A car chase leads Detective Jonathon Dawson to a woman he instantly feels a connection to, unfortunately, she's hellbent on proving that her friend is innocent, even though he knows differently. Despite her being involved in his case he asks her out, only to be turned down flat. He knows there's something between them but winning Clara's affections while simultaneously searching for proof of her friend's guilt isn't going to be easy.

LITTLE DOLLS is the first book in the Candella Sisters' Heroes series by USA Today bestselling author Jane Blythe. Mystery, murder, suspense, and thrills, in this emotional romantic suspense! Each book in the series can be read as a standalone but reading in order is encouraged, a guaranteed HEA!

Other books in the series
Little Dolls - Clara and Jonathon's story
Little Hearts - Aggie and Nick's story
Little Ballerina - Naomi and Sam's story