I may be a bit bias as each new book gets added to the Montana Heat series, I find a new hero to just absolutely love. I thought no one would step pasI may be a bit bias as each new book gets added to the Montana Heat series, I find a new hero to just absolutely love. I thought no one would step past the brothers but I was wrong. King won me over quickly. Cara stepped up to the plate and made this one fabulous. Action, drama, suspense, intensity, chemistry, passion, protection.
King was there for the Cooke brothers in the previous books and falling for him was just so easy to do. He was strong, determined, dedicated, protective, and he had a past that he needed to get past to see his future. Cara was caught in the middle. She had her family on one side and the right thing on the other. With her family being who they were and what they did, she was one smart, cautions, strong young woman. King and Cara both had issues with trust. Following along while these two fall in love and learn to trust was more sensual then sweet and had a bit more mystery/suspense attached to their coming together.
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I may be a bit bias as each new book gets added to the Montana Heat series, I find a new hero to just absolutely love. I thought no one would step past the brothers but I was wrong. King won me over quickly. Cara stepped up to the plate and made this one fabulous. Action, drama, suspense, intensity, chemistry, passion, protection.
King was there for the Cooke brothers in the previous books and falling for him was just so easy to do. He was strong, determined, dedicated, protective, and he had a past that he needed to get past to see his future. Cara was caught in the middle. She had her family on one side and the right thing on the other. With her family being who they were and what they did, she was one smart, cautions, strong young woman. King and Cara both had issues with trust. Following along while these two fall in love and learn to trust was more sensual then sweet and had a bit more mystery/suspense attached to their coming together....more
From The Book Junkie Reads . . . The Wolf of Kaliningrad . . . Lola & the Wolf. This Beauty & the Beast contemporary retelling has been improved greatlFrom The Book Junkie Reads . . . The Wolf of Kaliningrad . . . Lola & the Wolf. This Beauty & the Beast contemporary retelling has been improved greatly. This beauty bites back, in a big way. There fairytale has a bite that will consume you. There was action, drama, mystery, intrigue, appeal with drugs, hitmen, justice, retribution, and so much more.
I did not quite understand what to expect from the blurb, but let me tell you I got that and more. Lola was strong willed, strong in mind, and strong in her self confidence. She knew exactly what she wanted and there was no way to back down and not take what that was.
Arkady was strong, assertive, alpha. He was the man's man. He trusted no one. He had a lot to learn.
Dare I say surprised at what I got. I most certainly want more of Sara Wylde.
**This ARC was provided via Bewitching Book Tours in exchange for an honest review.**
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From The Book Junkie Reads . . . The Wolf of Kaliningrad . . . Lola & the Wolf. This Beauty & the Beast contemporary retelling has been improved greatly. This beauty bites back, in a big way. There fairytale has a bite that will consume you. There was action, drama, mystery, intrigue, appeal with drugs, hitmen, justice, retribution, and so much more.
I did not quite understand what to expect from the blurb, but let me tell you I got that and more. Lola was strong willed, strong in mind, and strong in her self confidence. She knew exactly what she wanted and there was no way to back down and not take what that was.
Arkady was strong, assertive, alpha. He was the man's man. He trusted no one. He had a lot to learn.
Dare I say surprised at what I got. I most certainly want more of Sara Wylde.
**This ARC was provided via Bewitching Book Tours in exchange for an honest review.**...more
Michael's on a mission to find out who killed his friend. Mercy's on a mission to find leads aACTION. DRAMA. MYSTERY. SUSPENSE. CHEMISTRY. SUSPICION.
Michael's on a mission to find out who killed his friend. Mercy's on a mission to find leads about her missing sister. Both there under pretense. Both feel the pull of the attraction. Both could lose their life. All this leading them into an adventure neither will every forget and may just not make it to the other side alive. Nail-biting suspense, drama, danger, and then some. Jump on board this ride and make Sleeper SEALs a new series for your repeat reading enjoyment.
Michael's on a mission to find out who killed his friend. Mercy's on a mission to find leads about her missing sister. Both there under pretense. Both feel the pull of the attraction. Both could lose their life. All this leading them into an adventure neither will every forget and may just not make it to the other side alive. Nail-biting suspense, drama, danger, and then some. Jump on board this ride and make Sleeper SEALs a new series for your repeat reading enjoyment....more
A new series from a fan-favorite author. Janet Nissenson brings us a new series with new characters and new adventures. Up this time is Jordan Reeves A new series from a fan-favorite author. Janet Nissenson brings us a new series with new characters and new adventures. Up this time is Jordan Reeves and Aubrey Larson. Jordan sexy, single doctor with no thoughts at all of forever or the perfect girl. Single happy and loving the high of it all finds that even when not looking life will through at you more than you every dreamed of. Those that have read Nissenson's previous series with Splendor would remember Dr. Dreamboat/Jordan. Aubrey single, hardworking and she has a hidden past even she don't know about. This was a new direction for an anticipated character. The romance was sweet and determined. The written and characters strong and consuming. I enjoyed this one very much. I had fun and some laughs getting to know Aubrey and Jordan as a couple. This was another romance you will enjoy from beginning to the end. I found that I was wanting to know more about them both. I would say that you will find a few surprises, but that does not detract from the story. This will become a go-to-read again.
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A new series from a fan-favorite author. Janet Nissenson brings us a new series with new characters and new adventures. Up this time is Jordan Reeves and Aubrey Larson. Jordan sexy, single doctor with no thoughts at all of forever or the perfect girl. Single happy and loving the high of it all finds that even when not looking life will through at you more than you every dreamed of. Those that have read Nissenson's previous series with Splendor would remember Dr. Dreamboat/Jordan. Aubrey single, hardworking and she has a hidden past even she don't know about. This was a new direction for an anticipated character. The romance was sweet and determined. The written and characters strong and consuming. I enjoyed this one very much. I had fun and some laughs getting to know Aubrey and Jordan as a couple. This was another romance you will enjoy from beginning to the end. I found that I was wanting to know more about them both. I would say that you will find a few surprises, but that does not detract from the story. This will become a go-to-read again....more
The third in the series but no way will Bennett be third in your heart after this read. He will become number one or rank in a tie with the other two The third in the series but no way will Bennett be third in your heart after this read. He will become number one or rank in a tie with the other two sexy men of the Luminous series. This was not your typical BDSM. It gave and took both the good of romance and the lifestyle of BDSM. It took both Rebecca and Bennett to work on their connection to make it work. They used the lifestyle to become more familiar with each other. This allowed for the reader to also get to know their raw, open and emotional state of ecstasy. This was a read that put you up on a sexual high. It gave the lure of more and it delivered.
Rebecca and Bennett together gave as good as they got. He taught her about her desires could be beautiful and satisfying. He taught her that there was so much more to a relationship between a man and a woman. She fulfilled his needs that he was not so sure he would have for one woman. Stacey Lynn checked every box when delivering this one: raw, sexy, passionate, explosive, seductive, enticing, chemistry and so much more. I found this to be a great read just before bedtime. Satisfying dreams, oh yes.
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The third in the series but no way will Bennett be third in your heart after this read. He will become number one or rank in a tie with the other two sexy men of the Luminous series. This was not your typical BDSM. It gave and took both the good of romance and the lifestyle of BDSM. It took both Rebecca and Bennett to work on their connection to make it work. They used the lifestyle to become more familiar with each other. This allowed for the reader to also get to know their raw, open and emotional state of ecstasy. This was a read that put you up on a sexual high. It gave the lure of more and it delivered.
Rebecca and Bennett together gave as good as they got. He taught her about her desires could be beautiful and satisfying. He taught her that there was so much more to a relationship between a man and a woman. She fulfilled his needs that he was not so sure he would have for one woman. Stacey Lynn checked every box when delivering this one: raw, sexy, passionate, explosive, seductive, enticing, chemistry and so much more. I found this to be a great read just before bedtime. Satisfying dreams, oh yes....more
I did not feel a connection with either Julian or Ashley. I could not feel their supposed friendship for year. Mind you he was friends with her brotheI did not feel a connection with either Julian or Ashley. I could not feel their supposed friendship for year. Mind you he was friends with her brother, but the two of them did not feel like they had known each other for years. I read the words of them have been wanting the other for years but again I could not feel it. This was just a read for me to get to the end.
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I did not feel a connection with either Julian or Ashley. I could not feel their supposed friendship for year. Mind you he was friends with her brother, but the two of them did not feel like they had known each other for years. I read the words of them have been wanting the other for years but again I could not feel it. This was just a read for me to get to the end....more
A quickie read that makes you feel the attraction of opposites and the pull behind it. I found sexual attraction to be strong but the I can't stand yoA quickie read that makes you feel the attraction of opposites and the pull behind it. I found sexual attraction to be strong but the I can't stand you attitude was getting a bit old and stale. The two had more in common than either of them was willing to admit to. The ride in their respective shoes showed the both that the other had something that was needed to make it through this crises in tack.
Little missy, Monica, was certainly hell ono heels for Ty. The both have to work together for the better good of the entire project. Each are stubborn, bullheaded, and thinks that they know the best way for things to run. They each need to open their eyes to what is really going on before it is all too late.
I found this to be a good quick read with possibilities for more to come from it. Looking forward to the more.
**This ARC was provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**
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A quickie read that makes you feel the attraction of opposites and the pull behind it. I found sexual attraction to be strong but the I can't stand you attitude was getting a bit old and stale. The two had more in common than either of them was willing to admit to. The ride in their respective shoes showed the both that the other had something that was needed to make it through this crises in tack.
Little missy, Monica, was certainly hell ono heels for Ty. The both have to work together for the better good of the entire project. Each are stubborn, bullheaded, and thinks that they know the best way for things to run. They each need to open their eyes to what is really going on before it is all too late.
I found this to be a good quick read with possibilities for more to come from it. Looking forward to the more.
**This ARC was provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**...more
One dirty bad boy biker, Zach. Provides sex raw, rough, dirty, nasty, and a bit binding. But that was okay, this good girl, Grace, was willing to takeOne dirty bad boy biker, Zach. Provides sex raw, rough, dirty, nasty, and a bit binding. But that was okay, this good girl, Grace, was willing to take a walk on the wild side for the night. She never bargained that it would lead to more. Scorched was most certainly on the menu.
Hooked gets you in to the bad boy biker world of the Viking Bastards MCs. Once you step in you will be wanting more. The dual POV gives a deeper perspective to each of the characters. This was a great way to start off a new series.
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One dirty bad boy biker, Zach. Provides sex raw, rough, dirty, nasty, and a bit binding. But that was okay, this good girl, Grace, was willing to take a walk on the wild side for the night. She never bargained that it would lead to more. Scorched was most certainly on the menu.
Hooked gets you in to the bad boy biker world of the Viking Bastards MCs. Once you step in you will be wanting more. The dual POV gives a deeper perspective to each of the characters. This was a great way to start off a new series....more
There was for me so much to enjoy in this retelling of classic. There was love/romance. There was a man and a woman. The man/beast saves the woman, buThere was for me so much to enjoy in this retelling of classic. There was love/romance. There was a man and a woman. The man/beast saves the woman, but there was so much more. There was a history, a myth, a calling. There was a little something extra. Thorne and Eden had something special right from the start. For me their love story was secondary to the forces living and a live in the forest/jungle. There were some good characters, historical facts, regional facts, tribal facts and myths/legends. There was something alluring in the jungle and the way that Emma chose to tell the story.
Shane and Lucy sold me on being right there as each event took place. The way their voices added mystery, intrigue, sensuality, authenticity with accents. All this with the way that Emma weaved modern day with the tell that is ingrained in many heads and hearts.
Reasons I enjoyed this book: Easy-to-read Entertaining Romantic
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There was for me so much to enjoy in this retelling of classic. There was love/romance. There was a man and a woman. The man/beast saves the woman, but there was so much more. There was a history, a myth, a calling. There was a little something extra. Thorne and Eden had something special right from the start. For me their love story was secondary to the forces living and a live in the forest/jungle. There were some good characters, historical facts, regional facts, tribal facts and myths/legends. There was something alluring in the jungle and the way that Emma chose to tell the story.
Shane and Lucy sold me on being right there as each event took place. The way their voices added mystery, intrigue, sensuality, authenticity with accents. All this with the way that Emma weaved modern day with the tell that is ingrained in many heads and hearts.
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Alexa was a big pill to swallow Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022 Verified Purchase
Alexa and Jackson went way back to 8th grade. They hAlexa was a big pill to swallow Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022 Verified Purchase
Alexa and Jackson went way back to 8th grade. They had a rivalry that had them competing to be the best. Jackson wanting to show Alexa that she was more than the bemuses she thought they were in school. Jackson genuinely liked her.
I could at times it felt like the story was jumping. It may have been I just was having trouble with the story in general. And that I felt it still had open spaces. I did not feel it close. Jackson got the girl but what else happened.
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Alexa was a big pill to swallow Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2022 Verified Purchase
Alexa and Jackson went way back to 8th grade. They had a rivalry that had them competing to be the best. Jackson wanting to show Alexa that she was more than the bemuses she thought they were in school. Jackson genuinely liked her.
I could at times it felt like the story was jumping. It may have been I just was having trouble with the story in general. And that I felt it still had open spaces. I did not feel it close. Jackson got the girl but what else happened....more
The second book of this series that I have had the pleasure of getting sucked into. At what point do I just go back to the first book of the series anThe second book of this series that I have had the pleasure of getting sucked into. At what point do I just go back to the first book of the series and read it to make the journey complete or to the least connect on a deeper level. There are some layered characters with depth, soul, and heart. Cabin 12 stole me with the strength and determination of the main character along with their supporting staff. I find myself no less captivated by the new main characters (Luna and Ouray). Let me say that the mix of the good and bad guys, or at least the appearance of bad guy, have me turning page after page. I got lost watching just how they made their lives blend while working to find the truth behind all that was going on.
This one was a heavy hitter with action, drama, suspense, romance, bad boys, and bad boyz.
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The second book of this series that I have had the pleasure of getting sucked into. At what point do I just go back to the first book of the series and read it to make the journey complete or to the least connect on a deeper level. There are some layered characters with depth, soul, and heart. Cabin 12 stole me with the strength and determination of the main character along with their supporting staff. I find myself no less captivated by the new main characters (Luna and Ouray). Let me say that the mix of the good and bad guys, or at least the appearance of bad guy, have me turning page after page. I got lost watching just how they made their lives blend while working to find the truth behind all that was going on.
This one was a heavy hitter with action, drama, suspense, romance, bad boys, and bad boyz....more
PREQUELlllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, oh my what a good start to a new series. . .
How bad could it really be that people will do nothing but stare andPREQUELlllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, oh my what a good start to a new series. . .
How bad could it really be that people will do nothing but stare and flinch at billionaire Theodosius Vardalos. Mr. V (I like that) has been betrayed in the worst way and now his life has taken a change in direction. He finds peace and solace on his island in the middle of no where. This peace he wants to share with the world. Sweet, enduring, challenging, and had me wanting more. Master of the Island. His day will be coming. I am looking forward to Master of Pleasure.
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PREQUELlllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, oh my what a good start to a new series. . .
How bad could it really be that people will do nothing but stare and flinch at billionaire Theodosius Vardalos. Mr. V (I like that) has been betrayed in the worst way and now his life has taken a change in direction. He finds peace and solace on his island in the middle of no where. This peace he wants to share with the world. Sweet, enduring, challenging, and had me wanting more. Master of the Island. His day will be coming. I am looking forward to Master of Pleasure....more
Now I have completed the first part of this Harlequin Kimani Romance . . .
Illusion of Love was just that. With a name like Valentine you would feel thNow I have completed the first part of this Harlequin Kimani Romance . . .
Illusion of Love was just that. With a name like Valentine you would feel that love would be at your door step. Well this was not true for Valentine Anderson. She was unlucky enough to have not one or two breakups in close proximity to Valentine's day but this year was different. Her sister was to marry on the day and she was without a date. The pity, the displeasure, the let down of yet another relationship was all just beginning to be too much for her. With the chance to make a change this year around, she embarks on an arrangement that turns in to more. This year may just be different. She may just find love. That as not part of the plan but a girl could hope.
This one was too short. I wanted more. More depth, more insight, more Val, less mom, sister and even dad. There were some really good characters in this one. They had presence, possibility.
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Now I have completed the first part of this Harlequin Kimani Romance . . .
Illusion of Love was just that. With a name like Valentine you would feel that love would be at your door step. Well this was not true for Valentine Anderson. She was unlucky enough to have not one or two breakups in close proximity to Valentine's day but this year was different. Her sister was to marry on the day and she was without a date. The pity, the displeasure, the let down of yet another relationship was all just beginning to be too much for her. With the chance to make a change this year around, she embarks on an arrangement that turns in to more. This year may just be different. She may just find love. That as not part of the plan but a girl could hope.
This one was too short. I wanted more. More depth, more insight, more Val, less mom, sister and even dad. There were some really good characters in this one. They had presence, possibility....more
Gives one hot, steamy, roll-around-a-lot sex between two sexy males that are very different from each other, but yet they have a chemical connection tGives one hot, steamy, roll-around-a-lot sex between two sexy males that are very different from each other, but yet they have a chemical connection that spanned the time they were apart. Patrick and Max are at different points in their lives when the meet the first time. Neither was looking for more than what he got out of that night. Neither was expecting the night to have an impact on their lives moving forward. Now three years later, a chance meeting, a need of help, and more hot steamy encounters and Max and Patrick have a chance to see if this thing between them could be more.
I was on board with this read then somewhere I began to lose the interest that I had began with. The characters lost their draw. The relationship path forward almost stalled. My connection to the destination just was not there at the end. It was more I am done. Next read please.
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Gives one hot, steamy, roll-around-a-lot sex between two sexy males that are very different from each other, but yet they have a chemical connection that spanned the time they were apart. Patrick and Max are at different points in their lives when the meet the first time. Neither was looking for more than what he got out of that night. Neither was expecting the night to have an impact on their lives moving forward. Now three years later, a chance meeting, a need of help, and more hot steamy encounters and Max and Patrick have a chance to see if this thing between them could be more.
I was on board with this read then somewhere I began to lose the interest that I had began with. The characters lost their draw. The relationship path forward almost stalled. My connection to the destination just was not there at the end. It was more I am done. Next read please....more
Pleasing beginning to a promising career as a romance author. One spoiled, cocky Hollywood actor that feels the world is his playground and all that fPleasing beginning to a promising career as a romance author. One spoiled, cocky Hollywood actor that feels the world is his playground and all that fills it are his to pick at his whim. That would be Camden. He so sure of himself that he feels this would be easy as pie. But then he never truly meet Kate or anyone like her. Kate has the chance to make herself seen and build upon her name to get a coveted position. She would only go so far and Mr. Camden Atwood was not on her to do list. I enjoyed both Kate and Cam. I loved the secondary character. They added an extra layer of flavor. This was a fun filled ride in the skies across the world. This was in-deed a romantic comedy that kept it coming.
Overall, I would say that Monet did herself a good job and delivered on the romantic comedy, romance, fun and flavor for her first novel. This was the opening door to what I would say will be a promising new series.
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Pleasing beginning to a promising career as a romance author. One spoiled, cocky Hollywood actor that feels the world is his playground and all that fills it are his to pick at his whim. That would be Camden. He so sure of himself that he feels this would be easy as pie. But then he never truly meet Kate or anyone like her. Kate has the chance to make herself seen and build upon her name to get a coveted position. She would only go so far and Mr. Camden Atwood was not on her to do list. I enjoyed both Kate and Cam. I loved the secondary character. They added an extra layer of flavor. This was a fun filled ride in the skies across the world. This was in-deed a romantic comedy that kept it coming.
Overall, I would say that Monet did herself a good job and delivered on the romantic comedy, romance, fun and flavor for her first novel. This was the opening door to what I would say will be a promising new series....more
a deal that could get you all you want Overall 5 out of 5 stars Performance 5 out of 5 stars Story 5 out of 5 stars
Would you make a deal with your best fa deal that could get you all you want Overall 5 out of 5 stars Performance 5 out of 5 stars Story 5 out of 5 stars
Would you make a deal with your best friend if it could get you all you ever wanted, but at the same time cost you everything you love?
Monique and Diego were best friends since childhood. Diego was Monique's protector. Then one day her world view changed and she changed all their plans. Diego's world changed. Years later and there's a chance things can be put back on the path it should have been on. Diego seizes a chance to make his world what it should have been. All it took was A screw up, some bad luck, and a move back home.
Things are different now. Diego is a grown man. And Monique still has a lot on her shoulders but this time she will have some help to carry the load.
Diego was dangerous but I felt that with the others from the family. He could have been more dangerous. I must hand it to him. He was creative with punishment.
Sean Crisden set the male voices off just right. I was in love. His range give you the voice that could wet panties.
Reasons I enjoyed this book: Family Friends Entertaining Easy-to-read Wonderful characters Great world building Romantic Page turner...more
Will friends only be the path for these two? Jillian and Grant have much to discover about each other after all these years apart. Years ago Grant broWill friends only be the path for these two? Jillian and Grant have much to discover about each other after all these years apart. Years ago Grant broke two hearts. Will he allow for them to be healed after all these years or will friendship only be in their future? Come see all this all unfolds in small town living where everyone knows you business.
Kale Williams did a good job. I enjoyed going back to Baytown. I found more characters to fall in love with.
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Victoria/Tori came back home, but someone does not want her there. Also return to town was Mitch. He is back and taking over for his dad the former poVictoria/Tori came back home, but someone does not want her there. Also return to town was Mitch. He is back and taking over for his dad the former police chief. Finding Tori was just that something extra until a murder occurs and she was a possible suspect. Then things change and she becomes the target. Watching as this all unfold you get to meet some good characters and learn more about small town Baytown.
Nice to meet bother Maryann Jordan and Kale Williams for the first time. Baytown Boys will have another visit from me. Small towns have a way of making good impression and inviting you back with its array of characters.
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Welcome to Serenity Mountain and the friends and family that make you feel right at home and welcomed in until you make the wrong choice to cross or hWelcome to Serenity Mountain and the friends and family that make you feel right at home and welcomed in until you make the wrong choice to cross or hurt one of their own. Bryanna and Saint are the lead couple in this contemporary suspense. There were a lot of characters to get to know and have a love hate relationship with. On the love side was Bryanna, Saint, Mia, Leo, Kassie just to name a few. On the hate side of this one was Theo. There were some complex character here with more going on in the background.
Saint was a military man that was also a single father. He was determined to be the best father he could be to his little girl and give her more than she had. He was also interested in the local bakery owner, Bryanna. Bryanna was a smart, savvy woman that had her own reasoning behind many of the things she did. She was a strong supporter of her community and her friends on the mountain. She also love little Mia/Nugget. Watching Saint and Bryanna find a way to their first date was interesting and a little painful. This was no straight to love and intimacy. There were more things in the mix.
There was a story behind Kassie, Saint, Mia, Leo, Katherine, and many of the other characters introduced. There was a lot going on in this one. I like the levels of interest. I liked the dynamics between the characters. I did not like that I was at time lost. At times I was confused on the various characters. I did not feel like somethings were explained. I lost a connect with Katherine and Leo's baby. That is one thing you will need to figure out by reading. I want more. Serenity Mountain felt like a home, a place to be welcomed.
I am new to both Cassie Colton and her Serenity Mountain series. I fell in love with the sense of community in both family (natural and found) and friends. With this being said, I enjoyed getting to glimpse pieces of previous stories/couples, but I also felt like I missed out on some important aspects of the community. If I had it all to do over again I would have began the series from the beginning and then moved up to this one. I am a whole picture kind of person. I want all the story and I most certainly felt like I missed some of the story. The way that we went in between couples and characters. I was at a disadvantage.
Reasons I enjoyed this book: Family Friends Community Tragic Unpredictable Entertaining Easy-to-read Great world building Wonderful characters Action Suspense Complexity...more
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