Notorious Pleasures (Maiden Lane, #2) by Elizabeth Hoyt

Notorious Pleasures by Elizabeth Hoyt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. I love reading stories about London and high society in a time period when so few married for love. I really did not like Thomas, he was so stuffy and arrogant. Griffin was the perfect sexy hero for this story. I would like to see a book about Phoebe finding her perfect match.


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Ehriad: A Novella of the Otherworld (The Otherworld Series, #5) by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson

Ehriad: A Novella of the Otherworld by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I probably should have read book 1 first but I didn't realize this was part of a series. This book is from Cade's point of view.

I have a lot of questions but as I said the confusion is probably from reading the series out of order. I am intrigued enough to want to go back and read the other books (I actually do own book 1 but didn't realize it). My recommendation is to read book 1 and work your way up to this book. It isn't bad but I feel like I am missing a chunk of the story and I probably am.


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You Only Witch Once (Wicked Witches of the Midwest Shorts, #4) by Amanda M. Lee

You Only Witch Once by Amanda M. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an interesting book about a family of witches. They were running a weekend long camp for young girls. Things got pretty interesting with witches around. The curse had me laughing and it would definitely be a great lesson for bullies everywhere to learn- LOL.

I am definitely intrigued and I will be looking for more books in this series. Since this seems to be book 4 maybe I should start back at 1.....


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Impulse Control (Talent Chronicles, #0.5) by Susan Bischoff

Impulse Control by Susan Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am intrigued by this book. The idea of kids being born with special abilities and herded into schools to learn how to control them is interesting. I am curious as to what the government plans to do with them and if the kids will revolt or not. This book is such a tiny look at the possibilities of this series.


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Outta the Bag (Cadence Jones, #0.5) by MaryJanice Davidson

Outta the Bag by MaryJanice Davidson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I laughed throughout the entire short story. I definitely have to read this series now.


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Killer Cupcakes (Lexy Baker Cozy Mystery # 1) by Leighann Dobbs

Killer Cupcakes by Leighann Dobbs
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this cozy little mystery. It wasn't obvious at first who the killer was. You needed all the clues to figure it out. I loved the fact that she is a baker and her dog is named Sprinkles. Too adorable! I am adding this series to my list to read at some point.


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Mail Order Bride: The Crippled Bride and The Ambitious Miner (Mail Order Brides of Gold Creek Book1) by Faye Sonja

Mail Order Bride: The Crippled Bride and The Ambitious Miner by Faye Sonja
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quiet little romance story. I have always loved mail order bride stories. I plan to read more of this series at some point.


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The Dream Travelers' Society by Christy K. Cagle

The Dream Travelers' Society by Christy K. Cagle
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was an interesting twist on time travel. Instead of normal time traveling they travel in their dreams back in time to fix things that went wrong. There is a whole society of dream travelers and they have many powers that they develop over time.

Overall, I thought this book was ok. If there is a book two out in the future, I will most likely read it.


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Prisoner of Time (Time Travelers #3) by Caroli ne B. Cooney

Prisoner of Time by Caroline B. Cooney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was interesting to see Annie's brother experience some time traveling for a change. He is a bit of a scam artist though. There doesn't appear to be much depth to Tod's character. Overall, it was a nice easy read. I am looking forward to finishing this series.


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For All Time (Time Travelers #4) by Caroline B. Cooney

For All Time by Caroline B. Cooney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was definitely an interesting way to end the series. I loved the glimpse into Egypt in that time period. It was an odd ending though. Was that really the Strat that Annie knew and loved? Why doesn't he seem to remember anything if he is the same one? I loved this series and would definitely recommend to all the romance lovers out there.


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Children of Time (After Cilmeri #4) by Sarah Woodbury

Children of Time by Sarah Woodbury
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is absolutely one of my favorite series. I love how the author rotates what view the story is told from. I have noticed that people go to medieval Wales and decide to stay but nobody ever goes to the 21st century and decides to stay. I am kind of puzzled by that but I still love this series and I intend to read them all.


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The Alpha's Hostage by Deidre Huesmann

The Alpha's Hostage by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was ok. There wasn't anything I disliked about it but it just didn't hold my attention. Usually werewolf books capture my attention and then I read the book straight thru.


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Murder at the Mansion (Reverend Annabelle Dixon Cozy Mysteries #1) by Alison Golden

Murder at the Mansion by Alison Golden
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was ok. It didn't really hold my interest as much as many of the cozy mysteries that I read.


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Baehrly Alive (Goldie Locke and the Were Bears #3) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

Baehrly Alive by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me all over the place. I really like Goldie with Donovan so I was like a yo-yo between happy and disappointed throughout the book. Kodi is ok but I didn't feel that he was ready for a relationship until the very end of this book. Will Goldie be able to come back after going to Faerie? I really want to know what happens next so I will be looking for book 4.


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How (Not) to Play With Magic (Cindy Eller 0.5) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Play With Magic by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I only wish this book was longer. It had me giggling quite a bit. Cindy Eller's twin sisters tricked her and their excuse was just as funny as their trick. This book is all around fun!


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Witch Is When It All Began (A Witch P.I. Mystery #1) by Adele Abbott

Witch Is When It All Began by Adele Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this book was amusing. Jill's birth mother was dying and wanted to see her before she died. Jill wasn't amused when all her mother said was "You're a witch". Her life turned upside down from that point.

This was a fun and quirky read.


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How (Not) to Kiss a Ghost (Cindy Eller #4) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Ghost by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved seeing a bit of the Fae in this book. I still haven't figured out why the magic council doesn't want magical creatures having anything to do with Faerie. I am hoping that I find out in one of the next few books.


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How (Not) to Kiss a Prince (Cindy Eller #2) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Prince by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was as much fun as the last one. What do you get when a prince that you have never met shows up and tell you (and your boyfriend) that he is your betrothed? This book is all about love, weddings and delicious foods. I am certainly looking forward to the next book!


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How (Not) to Kiss a Beast (Cindy Eller #3) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Beast by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cindy's father is really something in this book. He just doesn't give up but then again, neither does his daughter.

I love this series and I am looking forward to more.


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How (Not) to Kiss a Toad (Cindy Eller #1) by Eliza beth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Toad by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was just plain fun. I absolutely loved the fact that every guy Cindy kissed turned into a toad. I can't wait to see what happens next with her wacky magic.


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Sinful Cinderella (Dark Fairy Tale Queen Series Book 1) by Anita Valle

Sinful Cinderella by Anita Valle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So we all know the story of Cinderella, or do we? This book is all about perception. We might see Cinderella as being the innocent made to slave for her stepmother and stepsisters but there is more than what the eye sees going on here.

This was a very interesting adaptation of the story we all know and love. I really enjoyed this version. Oh and how they linked the story of Cinderella to Snow White is really quite genius.


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How (Not) to Kiss a Gargoyle (Cindy Eller #5) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Gargoyle by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cindy is now in Faerie as the Seraphine (kind of like a princess) and this is where she meets Roland. Roland is a gargoyle that is in love with her. Cindy, however, is still in love with Timothy despite his betrayal.

I am anxious to know if she is able to forgive Timothy. They have been through so much since they met. This series just gets better and better.


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How (Not) to Kiss a Were Bear (Cindy Eller #6) by Elizabeth A. Reeves

How (Not) to Kiss a Were Bear by Elizabeth A. Reeves
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was anxious to read this book. It merges two of my favorite Elizabeth Reeves series together. Cindy Eller and Goldie Locke are forces to be reckoned with in this book. They are both fighting for the greater good of everyone. The council of magic has been corrupted and it is time to break the barrier between Faerie and the human world.

I loved seeing the sisters working together. I have enjoyed both series to this point and would love to see series with the other sisters in the future.


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Must Love Ghosts (Banshee Creek #1) by Ani Gonzalez

Must Love Ghosts by Ani Gonzalez
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was ok but it didn't grab my attention as some of my favorites do. I was hoping for more ghostly interactions, I guess. Overall, not a bad book.


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Lara (World of Hetar #1) by Bertrice Small

Lara by Bertrice Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a bit different than the typical book by this author. She has taken a fantasy book and thrown in some of her typical historical romance. I loved the look at this very different world. Lara wasn't open to love but then considering what the character had been through, it was understandable. I will definitely be reading more.


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The Underworld (Fallen Star #2) by Jessica Sorensen

The Underworld by Jessica Sorensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is just as good as book 1. So much has been revealed in this book but there are so many more questions. I really hope the connection between Alex and Gemma is more than just the star. Now I just have to get my hands on a copy of book 3......


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Island of Lies (Survival Island Suspense Series #1) by Pamela Moll

Island of Lies by Pamela Moll
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. It wasn't your typical romance. I honestly don't know if she should trust him after what he did to her. I guess book 2 will tell if he can be trusted or not.


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The Genie's Witch (The Djinn Series #1) by Lyn Brittan

The Genie's Witch by Lyn Brittan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fun little paranormal romance. I really enjoyed reading about two very different magical beings. I am intrigued enough to want to read a bit more of this series.


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Hollywood Merman by KuroKoneko Kamen

Hollywood Merman by KuroKoneko Kamen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I did enjoy this book but it started out really slow for me. I couldn't keep focused on it and kept putting it down. It did finally pick up and I enjoyed it so much more the further I got into the book. I love the idea of a merman trying to hide his identity while portraying a merman in a movie. This book certainly had an interesting concept. Overall, I enjoyed the book and the chance to read something by an author I have never read before.


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Vampire to be Reckoned With by R.E. Mullins

A Vampire to Be Reckoned With by R.E. Mullins

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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I had a hard time getting into this book. Once I was able to get into the book it did get better. I liked how the she-vamps interacted together. They were not blood-related but would do anything to protect each other. The preachers were a bit of a surprise. They knew Metta was a vampire and didn't care. They treated her like a person instead of passing judgement. In most books or movies, the preachers wouldn't treat a vampire like that.

Will I read another book in the series? Probably. The 2nd half of the book was interesting enough that I would give the author another look. 

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Moon Dance (Vampire for Hire, #1) by J.R. Rain

I really enjoyed this book. Like some of the other reviewers, I did not like Danny at all. I love how the author chose to have the character try to stay as normal as possible. I laughed at her response to the vampire hunter. This series has a lot of potential. I am curious who Fang is so I will definitely be reading the next book to find out.

My Rating:

4 stars

The Wishing Well by Holly Zitting

I had no idea what to expect when I started this book. I picked it based on the cover (it meets a challenge I am working on) and I was pleasantly surprised. Aurora is in a strange new world. She meets wonderful people that she cares about, including a young man that she falls in love with. Will she stay with him or try to get back home?

I absolutely loved this story. I love reading about all of the mythical creatures including a pegasus. I was cheering for Cassius and Aurora the whole time. I am looking forward to book 2 to see what happens and to see if Cassius & Aurora get their happily ever after.

My Rating:

 5 stars

Dead Man Calling (Undertaker Mysteries #1) by Kendra Ashe

What is not to love about this book? You have a reaper/witch/werewolf (yes, she seems to be a mixed breed), a werewolf, a were-gargoyle(?), witches and a talking monkey. I think my favorite character is Sir Edward (the monkey). This is the 1st book in the series and Jazz is still learning about her family and her gifts. I am intrigued to see where this series goes.

My Rating: 

5 stars

The Shadow Run by Desmond Lowden

I was pulled into this book immediately. I felt bad for poor Joffrey because nobody believed him. He tried to do the right thing and tell somebody. I was intrigued at how incredibly complex the heist was that these criminals were trying to pull off. It kind of reminded me of one of my favorite tv shows "Leverage". I will be looking forward to more from this author.

My Rating:

4 stars

The Treachery of Time by Anna Gilbert

This book started off a bit slow but I was able to get into it more towards the end. The dreadful accident of a young child connected so many lives with the mystery of what happened to her. I didn't care much for Clary but in the end I kind of felt sorry for her. She just wanted a family of her own and that is why she hated Esther so much. Esther and Daniel are tragically kept apart by Clary's scheming. I kept hoping for them to get their happy ending.  I did have a bit of a hard time getting into the story. There were a lot of words run together instead of spaces in between. The story did draw me in a little bit later in the book. My Rating: 2 stars

The Silent Twin by Caroline Mitchell

This book drew me in right away and didn't let go. I was irritated with the way Joanna acted and I suspected Nick because of his secret. The whole Abigail speaking through Olivia was kind of creepy but added to the suspense of the book. There were a lot of secrets to sort through and I still didn't suspect the person that was responsible.

I really enjoyed this book. Once I started it, I just couldn't put it down until I knew what had happened. The author has a gift that draws you in and keep the tension going strong until the very end. This is the first book I have read by this author but it certainly will not be the last.

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5 stars

Once Upon a Fairy Tale

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24897203-once-upon-a-fairy-tale

This is a collection of short stories by many authors. I have a tendency to skip short stories because a good chunk of them leave me thinking there is something missing. Nevertheless, I decided to read this collection because it intrigued me. They have taken fairy tales that we all know and love and just gave them a little makeover. There is something for everyone in this collection. Overall, I loved this collection and I am giving it a solid 4 stars. I will review each short story and rate each one individually as well.**Please note that I received this book on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review**

1. The Warlord and the Nightingale by Jeannie Lyn                                            2 stars

This story just wasn't really my cup of tea. It was ok. I felt that this story needed to be longer. I didn't really connect the characters in this one. A longer story might have helped me get into the story more. 

2. A Happily Ever of Her Own   by Nadia Lee                                                     5 stars

This short story pleasantly surprised me. Not only did I enjoy the story but I connected with the characters. I was really rooting for Edward and Melinda the whole time. This book actually felt like a longer book because you are drawn in so completely. I love how the author points out that happily ever after is not easy. You must work for it. I would definitely read more by this author. 

3. Kiss That Frog by Cate Rowan                                                                        4 stars

Wow, this was a beautiful version of the frog prince. I love how the author had the prince learn about current times while he was still a frog. Two hundred years of observation can come in handy for a person from a different time period. I was sucked into this book pretty quickly. The romance between the two did seem a bit forced, though. Overall, a really good makeover of the original story. 

4. Runespell by Sela Carsen                                                                                 2 stars

I felt like this book really needed to be longer. It felt like you didn't get to know the characters much. It isn't bad but definitely needs something more. 

5. After the Stroke of Midnight by Jennifer Lewis                                               4 stars

I really enjoyed this story. It was kind of funny that she kept disappearing before midnight, leaving the poor guy bewildered. This is definitely a new twist on the the story of Cinderella. I did feel sorry for the girl near the end, though. Guilt by association is tough but in the end it all worked out. I am a sucker for a happy ending. 

6. Braided Silk by Ella Drake                                                                                  3 stars

This is a pretty interesting rendition of Rapunzel. I like the use of technology to modernize the story. For a brief moment, I thought there would be no happy ending. Overall, I liked the story. 

7. Loving a Fairy Godmother by Danielle Monsch                                                5 stars

I absolutely loved this makeover of Cinderella. The author added an additional love story into the mix for the two FG's and it really made the story so much more interesting. I would so love to see a series about the FG's (hint, hint). This may actually have been my favorite story in this collection. I can't wait to read more by this author.

8. Love After Midnight by Dee Carney                                                                  4 stars

This story was kind of like a reverse Cinderella which really intrigued me. Instead of a glass slipper, she had his cuff-link and had to track him down. I would have loved if the book was longer and let the reader get to know the characters more. Also, I would love to know what happens next to this couple (maybe a sequel....?). 

9. Firebird Sweet by Elise Logan                                                                         5 stars

When I first started reading this story, I didn't know if I would like it. However, this book has so much packed into such a short story that you can't help but enjoy it. There are fae and magic and so much more. Vasalisa is tougher than I expected at the beginning and I really love a tough heroine. The horse, Gullfaxi, was a nice added touch to the story. Koschei is very arrogant and perfect as the villain in this story. He has a habit of underestimated people, which works out for the main characters. This story is non-stop adventure. It may be a short story but it packs the punch of a much longer book. I will be looking for more by this author.

10. What Big Teeth You Have by Jennifer Blackstream                                         3 stars

This was definitely an interesting rendition of Little Red Riding Hood. It was not quite what I expected but that isn't a bad thing. I really wish it had been longer. I think a longer story might have given that little nudge it needed to be great story. Overall, I did enjoy the story. 

11. Snow's Salvation by Cate Dean                                                                        5 stars

I absolutely loved this rendition of Snow White. Although, I have always loved fairy tales in general, I kind of thought Snow White was kind of wimpy. In this book, she is anything but. She fights for her life, her people and the man that she loves. She doesn't run away but goes back to the castle and launches an attack of her own. I really love a tough heroine and this story didn't disappoint. I would love to read more by Cate Dean. 

Fire and Ice by Dana Stabenow

This book had so much going on in it. The poor state trooper had his hands full from the moment he arrived in town. Oh the tangled weave of lies and deceit that abound in this book. It starts off a bit slow but does pick up later. It isn't a bad mystery but it doesn't grab you and hold your attention completely either. My Rating: 3 stars

Quinn Invisible by Amy Martin

A while back, I entered a giveaway for this book. I had never read anything by this author and the book sounded good. I won the giveaway and put the book aside since I had a pile I wanted to read first. I picked it up earlier this week and decided I needed to read it. I was not disappointed.  The mystery was not overly obvious. I did put part of it together but there was still one piece of the puzzle that I was surprised about at the end. I really enjoyed this book and I plan to read the next one and possibly a few more of her books.  My Rating 5 stars