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

Stolen Angels: A heart-pounding crime thriller packed with twists (Detective Ellie Reeves Book 5)

 by Rita Herron

5 star tale of heart stopping moments

 This is book #5, oh no I need to go back and find the first 4. The story stands alone though and I got to know the characters. Detective Ellie Reeves, a woman on a mission who would not give up until she solved this hideous crime.

 Such a heart racing story, the thought of your child missing would give any parent nightmares. Where is she? Is it related to other missing children? The author threw in a couple of red herrings and I loved that I had no clue until close to the end. An absolutely fabulous tale of suspense, I highly recommend it. #StolenAngels #NetGalley

Twisting her hands together, she bites back a sob. She only turned her back for a second, and then her daughter was gone. Every mother in town would be hugging their children tighter tonight.

Lara is baking cupcakes when her six-year-old daughter Ava runs to catch the school bus just one block away. Chasing after her, Lara sees the bus tumbling past, and waves. But Ava never turns up at school.

Detective Ellie Reeves is in a race against time to find her––in missing child cases, every second counts. Searching the small town of Crooked Creek, she finds the girl’s bunny in the local park, the toy Ava carried around everywhere. Did Ava ever get on the bus?

While Ellie works around the clock, a local reporter gets a message: There are other missing girls out there. Digging into previous cases, Ellie discovers that another girl went missing on the same day the previous year. How many more could there be?

Ellie is certain that the date means something––and that the person who sent the message is the key. But the community is up in arms, everyone worried that their daughter will be next, and blaming Ellie. The pressure is mounting, and time is running out to bring little Ava home. Can Ellie solve the toughest case of her career––and save Ava––before it’s too late?

Promising Piper: A Protector Romance (RAPTOR Book 4)

 by PJ Fiala

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5 stars, totally glued to my kindle 

I've read books 2 and 4 and the stories stand alone, I'm just missing some character growth so will go back and catch up. Piper is a female operative, she has a military injury but she's still kick a$$. She hooks up with football player Royce, to eavesdrop details regarding her mission. She didn't expect feelings to get involved. Child trafficking, what an ugly crime. How is the football club involved and who is running the ring? Great story, I couldn't put it down.

A female operative who hunts down pedophiles.
A football star with everything to lose. 
And a game that threatens to tear it all apart.

Piper Dillon knows that one wrong move can change your life. The threatening shrapnel near her spine is a constant reminder. Retraining to be a RAPTOR operative gave her some new plays as a cyber intelligence expert. Now, she has the chance to return to the field doing what she now feels she was born to do – end sex trafficking.

Royce Rowan has it all, good looks, charm, personality, gaggles of reporters following him around, the greatest throwing arm to ever grace a football field and throngs of beautiful women wanting to climb into his bed. All except Piper, who wants nothing to do with that lifestyle. Yet, she does want him to risk it all to help her in her quest to bring down a couple of his teammates. He hasn’t worked so hard all these years to toss it all away. But to save Piper’s life, he may have to play the game like never before.

Nothing but Ink: A Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins Novella

 by Carrie Ann Ryan

Wonderful story

Riggs is a local bar owner that the Montgomery's like to frequent. He and Clay connected in High School, could they have a second chance?

They both have busy lives and children are involved. A casual hook up would be difficult and I enjoyed watching their feelings become involved.

I loved this romance, the story wasn't without drama but it was such a feel good story.

New York Times bestselling author Carrie Ann Ryan returns to the Montgomery Ink world with Nothing but Ink.

Clay Hollins knows he needs to stay away from Riggs Kennedy. He doesn't have time to fall for the bearded bartender that haunts his dreams and waking fantasies. Not only is he working long hours at his dream job with Montgomery Builders, but he’s raising his three cousins and they need him more than he needs a private life.

After one night of giving in, however, neither Riggs nor Clay can walk away.

Only their lives are chaotic with baggage from Riggs’ past and Clay’s present and taking a chance on each other might be the scariest yet best decision they ever make.

**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

His Omega's Keeper

 by Evangeline Anderson

It's been a long time since I've read a 'were' book. This is a little darker than the norm but I'll read anything this author writes. Jacob and Anastasia are step siblings, both attracted to each other but it's taboo. In the eyes of the 'were' they are related. He's from a Royal bloodline and she has found out as a young adult, convinced it's madness and a cult. The worshippers of the moon are a group that are convinced in the belief of a prophecy. Jake and Ani are kidnapped and their world turned upside down. I really enjoyed this story but I just wanted more at the end in regards to his father. But my imagination will have to suffice.

They took us in the middle of the night and forced us to do things together…things I don’t dare admit.

They came and took us in the middle of the night—kidnapped us and locked us in an attic—me and my stepbrother Jake. They’re some kind of cult—the Worshipers of the Moon—and they say that Jake and I are the last of the Royal Weres. We’re the last two with the blood of the First Wolf and because of that, we’re their only hope.

But now they want me to do things with Jake—things I know I shouldn’t do. Things that could get me in a lot of trouble nine months down the line.
It’s frightening, but Jake is protective and gentle—he understands what we need to do in order to get free. The only trouble is, our plan might prove disastrous in more than one way.

The cult members keep telling me that Jake is my Alpha and I am his Omega—his to claim, his to take. But when we finally get away from them, we don’t dare to tell anyone what they made us do together.
For the penalty for our sins in the Were world…is death.

***Author's Note #1--this is a DARK ROMANCE--some scary things happen to the heroine. However, the hero is not abusive to her--they are in this situation together. But if you have ever been kidnapped or abused, please be aware that parts of this book may be triggering. Please read responsibly. (PS--I promise it turns out okay in the end. ; )

***Author's note #2--this is a STEPbrother book. There is NO BLOOD RELATION between the hero and the heroine. They are completely UNRELATED. I also want to stress that everyone in this book is OVER 18--none of the characters are underage.***