The Life Intended by Kristin Harmel

The Life Intended

Kristin Harmel

Rating and Recommendation

Rating: 4 1/2 teacups

Recommendations: Yes

Book Club Worthy: Yes, it is going on my book

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Review

After twelve years of being Patrick’s widow, Kate is ready to move on or is she?

Harmel packs quite a punch from the beginning of this, at times, heart wrenching novel (my way of saying you may cry in parts). It seemed to be over quickly as the plot was filled with so much action and indecision for Kate. Once she starts to make her decisions they come quick and fast. The romance is fraught with suspense and it takes a while to know which way to root, or root at all.  

Harmel's wild emotional ride is definitely worth the ride. Even though I gave this book a 4 ½ on my blog I am adding it to the calendar to my book club. I recommend this book highly and only dock ½ star as I think that Kate is a little too weak in the beginning of the novel. So, if you do not mind a little paranormal with some harsh reality both with personal loss and the Foster Care System of New York City spiced with dicey and the best romance ever, this is your book.

Disclosures

*I would like to thank Gallery, Threshold, Pocket Books via NetGALLEY for giving me an unreleased copy for an honest and fair review.

* If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

www.aauw.org

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.

Dark Prayers by Natasha Mostert

Dark Prayers

Natasha Mostert

Rating and Recommendation

Rating: 4 teacups

Recommendation: Yes

Book Club Worthy: Yes, especially Sci-Fi, Paranormal and even Mystery fans

Review

Will Eloise choose Jenilee or Jack before she is murdered?

I actually loved the twists and turns in this plot. That being said the reason it received only a 4 instead of 5, is the first few chapters, to all appearances, were incongruent. One later realizes this knowledge was necessary to the plot, however, I wish it could have been introduced a little less bumpy. The rest of the book flowed easily along and swept me along to where I could not put it down. I needed to know what happened next, not want, I needed.  Mostert kept her cards close all the way to the end of the book. The answer to the above question posed as teaser is all the way in the epilogue, and no, I do not give spoilers, please find the answer in the book.

Although I did not think a couple of the beginning chapters flowed together, they stilled were quite a joy to read. They just gave the impression of puzzle pieces from the wrong puzzle, but it turns out that you do need them for this outstanding Paranormal, Sci Fi, and Mystery work. So if you are into Paranormal, Sci Fi, or Mystery you will like this novel. If you like all three, you are going to love Mostert for this great journey she takes you on. Enjoy the ride, I know I did.

                                                             Disclosures

*I would like to thank Portable Magic, Ltd. who allowed me to preview this book via Net GALLEY for a fair and honest review.

* If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

www.aauw.org

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.

Seven to Die by T. G. Roberts

Seven to Die

T. G. Roberts

Rating and Recommendation

Rating: 4 ½ teacups

Recommendation: Yes

Book Club Worthy: No

Review

Will Lex Save the Day?

Roberts sets the stage for the fantastic start to a great series or a terrific stand alone with this novel. I love the characters as there is no room but to like or not like them. It is great old school Sci Fi with a marvelous plot and good old girl power to the rescue. I love that Lex has a human side kick that always ends up on the scene.  If you want your Sci Fi with a little feel of old school comics, this is right up your alley. Only drawback was that it started a little slow in the beginning. After the first few chapters I could not put the book down. I would definitely recommend this book to the Sci Fi and Fantasy crowd. I wish I could give this book the 4 ½ that it truly deserves. 

Disclosures

*I would like to thank Treanne Gomes who allowed me to preview this book via Net GALLEY for a fair and honest review.

* If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

www.aauw.org

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.

Bewitching the Enemy by Dawn Chartier

Bewitching the Enemy

Dawn Chartier

Rating and Recommendation

Rating: 4 ½ teacups

Recommendation: Yes

Book Club Worthy: Yes for Sci Fi Paranormal, Romance

Review

Love thy enemy!

This is a fantastic beginning to what I hope will be a phenomenal series following the remaining Morgeaux sisters. The main characters sweep you into the story right away. The sisters are adorable, even with their personality quirks, especially Storm, as they struggle with secrets kept from them their entire lives. Nathan the super-hot hero fights himself, fate, and his could be fatal attraction to Storm. Chartier even includes some super steamy, toe curling, and romantic sex for us.

While the sisters try to learn these secrets to save the lives of their mother and themselves, Storm engages in her own private battle with Nathan. Drawn into more and more secrets and mysteries yet to unveil, this novel is a page turner I could not put down. Sci Fi Paranormal types if you like yours with some hot romance thrown into the mix, then come and get it! 

Disclosures

* I would like to thank Entangled Publishing, LLC who allowed me to preview this book via Net GALLEY for a fair and honest review.

* If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

http://www.aauw.org/ 

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.

Stillwater Rising by Steena Holmes

Stillwater Rising

Steena Holmes

Rating and Recommendation

Rating: 4 teacups

Recommendation: Yes

Book Club Worthy: Yes

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Review

Enjoyable read! I was engaged from the first page. I love the premise of the book and where it could take the town and the main characters. Holmes covers the subject matter quite well, although it seems one meets everyone in town and quite a few characters take the voice of the story. The novel does carry quite a few story lines added as Holmes carries one away on the journey to the end.

What is the difference between a good book and a great book. In the case of Stillwater Rising there are two things that keep it from greatness. 

First, while I realize that it does have at least one more novel following, there were two many voices competing for our attention. Not so many that the novel was completely unreadable or not enjoyable.

Second, the characters need more depth, at least the true main ones for the concentration of this novel. Perhaps fewer voices may lead to fuller characters.

This could have made what is a good 4 star into a great 5 star novel.

Disclosures

* Thank you to Lake Union Publishing for providing a copy of Steena Holmes' novel Stillwater Rising via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

*If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

http://www.aauw.org/ 

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.

Desired (True Alpha 1) by Alisa Woods

Desired (True Alpha 1)  

Alisa Woods

Rating and Recommendations

Rating: 4 1/2 teacups

Recommendation: Yes

Book Club Worthy: No

Review

I was caught from the first page. It was a delightful quick read with some interesting openings for plot twists and turns. Mia and Lucas are extremely likable, even amid their brewing troubles. Oh, did I mention the cliffhanger...

As always, no spoiler here (this is where the book comes in), but it is suspenseful and who knows where Mia and Lucas are    led.

I hope you realize by now, if you are into Sci Fi, Romance, Paranormal and like and exciting cliffhanger, Ms. Woods is writing for you.

I am off to purchase True Alpha 2 as the kettle heats up.

Disclosures

* I was given a preview copy of this novella in exchange for an honest review of the book via Net Galley.

*If you buy this book through the above link money is generated, however, donated to the non-profit American Association of University Women (AAUW). 

http://www.aauw.org/ 

AAUW works empowering women, since 1881, standing up for causes in the areas of educational, social, economic and political issues especially important to women. Marie Currie was one of the first beneficiaries of the group that would become AAUW receiving monetary help to attend college. I am a proud member and believe that the profit from books seems a fitting donation.