Book Review: Restless by Kaylene Winter

Restless by Kaylene Winter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the Prequel to the Less Than Zero series. I think it set up the series well. We are taken back to 90s Seattle where Carter is performing with his band. He meets Lianne, a ballerina, and they have instant chemistry. Through flashbacks we learn about the rise and fall of their relationship. In the present, Carter is preparing the band - Less Than Zero - that includes his and Lianne’s son, for their first tour.

Based on the prequel, I am excited to read the series. I think a lot that we learned in this novella will become relevant in future books.


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Book Review: Private Instructor by S.A. Clayton

Private Instructor by S.A. Clayton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book from the Cocky Hero Club Series. I really enjoyed this sweet little story. It was a little fast paced, which can be a negative and a positive. In this case, it was a positive. Sometimes I love to read a sweet, quick story; sometimes I love to read an angst filled longer story. This book is perfect for the sweet quick story times.

Nash and Nic were amazing characters. I loved how considerate he was towards Nic and how much thought he put into helping her through her tough times.

This book does a good job of tackling the issues of grief and fear.

Would I read more books in this series? If they are like this one, then absolutely yes.


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Book Review: Filthy Rich Cadets by Jillian Frost

Filthy Rich Cadets by Jillian Frost
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Do you like bully romances? Then this is the book for you.
Do you like reverse harem stories? Then this is the book for you.

This is the first book in the Cadets of York Military Academy series.

Grace is one of my favorite heroines. She is tough and she refuses to let others dictate what she can and cannot do. There was a spicy scene at the beginning of the book that introduces us to Grace, Cole and Hunter. It also sets the stage for later conflicts. There are very few spicy scenes involved in the book. However, the entire mystery kept me interested more than anything.

This book ends in a cliffhanger. I could guess the twist to a point. I can’t wait for the next book to see how things play out.



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Book Review: The Difference Between Somebody and Someone by Aly Martinez

The Difference Between Somebody and Someone by Aly Martinez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Let me preface this review by saying that this is the first book in my 35 years of recreational reading that has completely blown my mind. I had to take time after completing it to wrap my head around what I just read.

This is also the hardest review that I have ever had to write because I don’t want to give away a single detail in this book. It would be best to read it for yourself by going into it blind.

What I thought was going to be a love story between two plane crash survivors, Bowen and Remi, turned into so much more than that. I figured there was going to be some sort of twist that was going to happen. I had even come up with some possibilities. But believe me, the twist that happened was nothing I could have prepared myself for. I literally snapped my kindle cover shut and stared into space for like an hour.

How could I, a seasoned reader, not see it coming? How did I not catch all the clues that are now so obvious? I am glad that book 2 in the series comes out in February but even that is too long to wait to see what happens next!


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Book Review: The Long Road Home by Bethany-Kris

The Long Road Home by Bethany-Kris
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am no stranger to author Bethany-Kris. I have read several of her books which have all been mafia stories. So, I was excited to read this one which appeared not to be mafia related.

And I loved it.

The love story between Gracen and Malachi was amazing. The conflict facing Gracen seems to be just beginning and will carry over into the next book in the series. The town, simply called The Valley, has so many secrets that I can’t wait to find out more about.

This was a refreshing story by someone who had written mostly mobster stories in the past. Bethany-Kris has shown with this book that she is more than just a mobster story author. I cannot wait for the next book in the series to see who gets their HEA next and to find out exactly what is going on with this “cult” in this town.


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Book Review: Temptation by T.K. Leigh

Temptation by T.K. Leigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you were to ask me to name an author I read every book without even reading the blurb first, T.K. Leigh would be one of those authors. This is the first book in her new Temptation series and it was an amazing lead off book for the series.

I was hooked from the beginning of the story all the way to the end. I’m completely invested in the mysteries surrounding both Lachlan and Julia. I’m invested in their “no names week of lust” and if it ends up being more. I identify somewhat with Julia. We’re both in our 40s. We both wonder if what we have accomplished in life is enough. Besides, what 40 year old divorcee wouldn’t be flattered by a hot “adonis” paying them attention?

T.K. has always been my go to for romance and suspense. This book does end on, what I would call, a cliffhanger. I need the next book. And I needed it as soon as I finished Temptation.


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Book Review: Bender by Savannah Rylan

Bender by Savannah Rylan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bender is the first book of the Steel Scorpions MC series. I have never read a book by this author but I’m a sucker for MC series. Bender is the VP of the MC club and Aria is a journalist moving back to her hometown. When she tries to track down what she feels is a story, she runs into Bender who is desperate to keep her from finding anything out. What Aria doesn’t realize is that the Steel Scorpions are in a “turf war” with a rival club and she puts herself right in the middle of it.

Aria and Bender have a lot of chemistry from the moment they meet. But is either good for the other? They both have their fair share of problems that have formed who they are. Aria finds out that there is more going on in her little town and joins forces with the Steel Scorpions to get to the bottom of it.

This is an amazing first book in the series. After reading the snippet of Book 2 at the end, I cannot wait for the next book to be released. It seems the series is going to take us into the lives of the main members of the MC as they navigate life and keep their town safe.


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