Carolina Moonset by Matt Goldman

 Book Excerpt:

"Both suspenseful and deeply moving, Carolina Moonset is an engrossing novel about family, memories both golden and terrible, and secrets too dangerous to stay hidden forever, from New York Times bestselling and Emmy Award-winning author Matt Goldman.

With its palmettos and shrimp boats, Joey Green has returned to Beaufort, South Carolina, to look after his ailing father, who is succumbing to dementia. At the same time, his overstressed mother takes a break. Marshall Green's short-term memory has all but evaporated, but, as if in compensation, his oldest memories are more vivid than ever. As a result, his mind keeps slipping backward in time, retreating into long-ago yesterdays of growing up in Beaufort as a boy.

At first, this seems like a blessing of sorts, with the past providing a refuge from a shrinking future. Still, Joey grows increasingly anxious as his father's hallucinatory arguments with figures from his youth begin to hint at deadly secrets, scandals, and suspicions long buried and forgotten. Resurfacing from decades past are mysteries that still have the power to shatter lives—and change everything Joey thought he knew.

Especially when a new murderer brings the police to his door..."

Title: Carolina Moonnset
Author: Matt Goldman
Publisher: Macmillan-Tor/Forge, Forge Books
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Carolina Moonset" by Matt Goldman

My Assessments:

A well-written story of what happens when Joey Green comes back home to Beaufort, SC, to help his mom and take care of his father, who is suffering from Lewy body dementia. We find Marshall-Green, who is suffering from dementia, has no short-term memory, but surprisingly he can remember things from years ago...a murder that took place over fifty years ago in this small town. The author did an excellent job describing the ups and downs of dementia. To Joey's surprise, his father started telling him stories that he hadn't heard of, his hallucinations and changing moods, often talking with people from his childhood. While this is going on, Joey also meets the daughter, Leela, of the neighbor next door when there is a murder that takes place a few blocks from where they live. Now, who had killed this Thomas Hammond, a prominent member of society whom his father Marshall had hated for so long. So why did the police now focus on Marshall-Green? There will be some interesting characters in this read that add an exciting flow.

I enjoyed how Joey's mom and the neighbors played matchmakers in getting Joey and Leela together. However, the teaming-up process showed that things were not as they seemed, as Joey had to prove his father's innocence and uncover his secrets. So how will this all turn out? To get the answers to these questions and more, you will have to pick up "Carolina Moonset' and see how it all comes out to the reader.

Be ready for many twists and turns before all this mystery, suspense, and the love story is worked out. The author does an excellent job at giving the reader a beautiful South Carolina setting with 'sways with palms and waves, boats, and beauty, the integument of love between races, unrequited love, a new love, and an old love' that comes together giving the reader quite a beautiful, and heartbreaking good read till the end. The 'Carolina Moonset' picture was also so beautiful; it explained how it was given to Marshall-Green and who had painted it.

Thank you, NetGalley, Macmillan-Tor/Forge, and Matt Goldman, for the ARC.

Unfleshed Trial: A Legal Thriller Kindle Edition by Ellis Keler

 Book Excerpt:

"Youth and beauty make the perfect combination for the perfect target and the perfect murder.

Timmy Albert lost his soulmate. But his apathetic reaction and his criminal history will make him the prime suspect. With a traumatic past following her, Lawyer Mary Storm trusts her instinct and does everything to prove his innocence.

But this case is beyond imagination. Family secrets and a mysterious disappearance will make us think of only one reasonable conclusion: Mary has to deal with California’s most sadistic serial killer.

Unfleshed Trial is an exciting blood-pumping legal thriller, written by Ellis Keler and published by Cobalt Fairy.

If you are an avid fan of strong characters, action-packed courtroom drama, and mind-blowing murder mysteries, then you'll love Ellis' intriguing story."

Buy "Unfleshed Trial" today to discover Ellis' new intriguing crime mystery!

Title: Unfleshed Trial
Author: Ellis Keler
Publisher: Cobalt Fairy LLC
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Unfleshed Trial" by Ellis Keler

My Assessment:

The author gives the reader quite a legal thriller in 'Unfleshed Trial.' We find Mary Storm has taken on a client [Timmy] that has been accused of murdering his girlfriend. Whether Mary's client is guilty or innocent, she is determined to find the truth. There will be many setbacks, but with her help, a friend who was a detective [Bill] was there helping to the end. Did he have feelings for Mary? Mary was determined to find out what was going on with certain brothers, and in doing so, will she be able to unlock this whole case? Also, it seems as though Mary's father comes into the picture. I wasn't sure why because nothing was proven whether or not he had anything to do with Mary's mother's death.

How will this come out for Timmy...the client, as the story moves on? To find out pickup 'Unfleshed Trial' to see how well this author brings out this good legal thriller in how this trial will end, keep one turning the pages to the end. In the extended epilogue, I wish there had been so proving to just what the father had done that caused the death of Mary's mom. I was left wondering about that situation.

Frozen Truth: A Legal Thriller Kindle Edition by Freya Atwood

 Book Excerpt:

"A case of murder brings Lawyer Spencer Adams face to face with her past. The battle with herself is indescribable…

Kevin, a man with a powerful influence on social media, is accused of killing his girlfriend. Spencer enters the court fight, becoming the focus of social outcry. But she has a sacred duty: Justice for the dead.

Everything is videotaped, but the Internet world is here to trap us. If Spencer doesn't want to lose a loved one again by her own mistake, she must be very careful.

The truth can freeze the blood...

Frozen Truth is Freya's exciting blood-pumping legal thriller. If you are an avid fan of strong characters, action-packed courtroom drama, and mind-blowing murder mystery, you will enjoy  this story."

Buy "Frozen" Truth" today to discover FreyaFreya's intriguing crime mystery!

Title: Frozen Truth
Author: Freya Atwood
Publisher: F.A.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Frozen Truth" by" Freya Atwood

My Assessment:
'Frozen Truth' was another one of this author's crime legal thrillers that will keep one's attention till the end. Will prosecutor Spencer Adams and her associate Melody be able to prosecute this case against Kevin Orton, who was a celebrity where there was evidence of him being an abuser of his girlfriend who had been murdered? Also, what was up with the video evidence of this boyfriend dropping off blood-stained clothes in a dumpster? To get into this compelling case on what is going on in 'Frozen Truth' story that was quite an emotional rollercoaster ride, pick up this read to see how well this author brings this legal crime thriller all out.

Bless Your Heart, Rae Sutton by Susannah B. Lewis

Book Excerpt:

"Sometimes what your life is missing is an eccentric group of older ladies to take you under their wing . . .

When Raeley Ann Sutton's mama passes away and leaves her the house where she grew up, Rae can't imagine how the little old place might restore her broken life. So, mourning the recent loss of her marriage, she takes the house and settles back in tiny, "one-horse Whitten" with her fourteen-year-old daughter, Molly Margaret, and their overweight dog.

There she's embraced by her mother's close-knit circle of friends, the Third Thursday ladies: Mrs. Fannie, Mrs. Dora, and Aunt Maxine. Though almost half their age and far less confident of positive outcomes, Rae joins their ministry-slash-book-club-slash-gossip circle and allows the women to speak wry honesty and witty humor into her tired heart. As a new career and a new romance bring their own complications, Rae relies on the unlikely family she's found and begins to wonder if her future holds more hope than she ever could have imagined.

Known for her heartwarming stories and genuine Southern voice, Susannah B. Lewis dazzles with her latest novel, women strengthening women.

"Settle in for an enchanting tale featuring a delightful cast of characters. At turns humorous and heart-wrenching, Lewis's novel delivers on themes of forgiveness and restoration. Wise, witty, and full of Southern charm, Bless Your Heart, Rea Sutton is as refreshing as a tall glass of sweet tea on a hot summer day!" —Denise Hunter, bestselling author of the Riverbend Romances.

Sweet, witty, Southern contemporary women's fiction stand-alone novel-length: 80,000 words includes discussion questions for book clubs."

Title: Bless Your Heart, Rae Sutton
Author: Susannah B. Lewis
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Four
Review:
"Bless Your Heart. Rae Sutton" by Susannah B. Lewis

My Assessment:

'Bless Your Heart, Rae Sutton' was a wonderful read showing loss, grief, divorce, healing, love, forgiveness, redemption, and hope. The story was well-written in a small-town setting with adorable characters that presented so much to the story, especially Rae Sutton, who had lost her mother due to cancer. Rae had also gone through a divorce and was raising her daughter Molly. After her mother's death, Rae decides to move back to her hometown of Whitten and chooses to live in her mother's home that had been left to her by her mother. Along with all that had gone on with Rea, she developed strong friendships with three elderly ladies [Mrs. Fannie, Mrs. Dora, and Aunt Maxine] were Rae's mother's best friends who met every third Thursday. These three ladies would meet once a month for what they called their ministry, which consisted of 'sending out get well cards, flowers, while they discuss what was going on in their town, their arguing and prayers for family and friends.' In addition, they provided some comic relief with their antics. So how did this help Rae? Well, at this time, there was a need for Rae as she was healing from a divorce and grieving the loss of her dear mother. As Rae decides to fix up the house and start going to church, what will happen? What brought me to tears were the letters Rae's mother left for her. There was also seemingly a second chance romance with another love interest that you will have to pick up this good read to see how all of that will turn out for Rae.

All in all, 'Bless Your Heart' was a captivating story that will keep one turning the pages till the end, giving one thought to ponder over long after the read.

Thank you for the free copy of the book by NetGalley from Thomas Nelson. The opinions in this review are my own.

Trusted & True by Rhenna Morgan

 Book Excerpt:

"Come hell or high water, the Men of Haven always ride or die for one of their own. Follow the brothers as they come together once again in the long-awaited seventh book in Rhenna Morgan's Men of Haven series. 

The last person Callie Moore is prepared to see when she shows up for a job interview is Danny Parker, the guy who witnessed her at her worst and gave her an ultimatum: get clean or don't ever ask for help again. It's been years since then, and Callie's been through hell, but she's finally doing the work to change her life. That doesn't mean she couldn't use the job. And it doesn't mean her troubled past is completely behind her, either.

When his best friend's sister-in-law walks in looking for a job and a second—or is it third—chance, Danny isn't so sure he's willing to risk it. Even if he does desperately need the help at his custom car shop.
;.
Letting Callie back into his life opens Danny's eyes and heart to the woman she is now—and the man he wants to become. If anyone has a problem with that, too bad. Including his skeptical Haven brothers. But when a dangerous part of the life Callie's left behind comes to town, seeking revenge, the family will have to join together to save her—as well as the innocent Haven life caught in the crossfire."

The Men of Haven: fierce passion, unyielding loyalty.

Title: Trusted & True
Author: Rhenna Morgan
Publisher: Carina Press
Series: Men of Haven Book 7
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Trusted & True" by Rhenna Morgan

My Assessment:

Another excellent series, 'Trusted & True,' features Callie Moore and Danny Parker. Now I don't want to leave the rest of the Haven clan that gives the reader an incredible story. The author did a fabulous job of bringing these two main characters back together again after Danny had given Callie an 'ultimatum...get clean or don't ever ask for help again.' So as the story goes on, will Callie be able to change as she finally decides it is time to move on and get things straight with her sister? It was something seeing how Callie was determined to change her life. And as always, the Haven clan is there, especially Danny, to help her save her with their 'unyielding loyalty.'

Be ready for a little bit of it all, as the story will have emotions all over the place that deals so well with the healing needed in this story. Also, from the Haven family, genuine acceptance and forgiveness, and love make this read so awesome in its outcome. Would I recommend this read? Yes, along with the other six series that go so well with this read. The title fits so well with the story!

A Binding Love Kindle Edition by Mel Dau

 Book Excerpt:

"Elliot and Phoebe Larkin are the power couple to watch in Charlotte, North Carolina. When an unorthodox meeting sets the stage for their whirlwind romance, the performance will leave you breathless. Explore the love in its purest form as we sit back and enjoy the Larkins ride.

Jessica Goings is not here for anything love has to offer. “It’s my job to walk dogs, not love them," is her
mindset. So will Axel Santiago be the man to change her outlook on love, or will he be another dog to add to her pack?
Love is Patient, Love is Kind, Love is Binding. Explore the potential in A Binding Love."

Title: A Binding Love
Author: Mel Dau
Publisher: ‎ Mel Dau Publications
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"A Binding Love" by Mel Dau

My Assessment:

"A Binding Love" was a sweet story with love being there for these two couples...Elliot, Phoebe and Jessica, and Axel. These two couples had it all from 'love, respect, and flaming intimacy.' 'A Binding Love' was between these two couples.

And it looked like all was going very well for these couples...then drama comes in with Carmen...the sister who is divorcing her husband, Andrew, and he didn't seem to be taking it well. So I guess this story will be left as a cliffhanger. Hopefully, we will be able to pick up the rest of the story later to see how the story will all come out.

My Own Terms (Heavy On The D Book 4) Kindle Edition by Stephanie Nicole Norris

 Book Excerpt:

"When my closest friends became the objects of my desires, I knew no one man could meet my appetite.

I was brave enough to make them a proposition—confident in myself and what I needed and what I could provide. But I didn’t know if their egos would survive my proposal. And I didn’t want it to kill our friendship. Finally, however, I was ready to break free, and gone were the days of me holding myself back.

Note:

This is a spin-off of The Heavy On The D series. A Reverse Harem romance involving the owner of the Den—Daniella Armstrong."

Title: My Own Terms
Author: Stephanie Nicole Norris
Publisher: Love Is A Drug Ink LLC
Series: Heavy On The D Book 4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"My Own Terms" by Stephanie Nicole Norris

My Assessment:

Daniella's story was quite some read; in the end, it had it all...from King, Tobias, and Blaze. Being in love with your best friends got her the desires she wanted on this wild erotic journey. This story left me saying, wow, of it all!

Colton & Chloe: The Revisiting Love Series Kindle Edition by Celeste Granger

 Book Excerpt:

"Voices of concern echo around Chloe Russel-Knowles because of her intimate connection to Colton St. Clair. Demons from her past attempt to placate her, persuade her, daring to impede her current focus. Yet, Chloe is determined to love whom she loves despite the condemnation of others. She loves Colton with an abiding love extending from this life into the next. Colton loves Chloe with savage intensity. His desire to honor, love, and protect her against anything or anyone is without question. But, that love will be put to the ultimate test as forces greater than they could imagine dare to silence their love story forever."

Title: Colton & Chloe
Author: Celeste Granger
Publisher: C.G.
Series: The Revisiting Love Series
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Colton & Chloe" by Celeste Granger

My Assessment:

'Colton and Chloe' was an excellent short read of what it means when you are in love. Not letting anyone, including one's parents and best friend, interfere when it came to their relationship. The trip to Africa was quite a read in all that happened on that trip; however, Colton was determined to get what he wanted, and that was Chloe. There were a lot of twists and turns that happened in the story, but in the end, these two got the happiness they so deserved.

Gideon & Gabrielle: The Revisiting Love Series Book 2 Kindle Edition by Celeste Granger

 Book Excerpt:

"The first note from Gideon’s horn broke through the silence, piercingly crystal clear, pitch-perfect. The vibrato that came from the bell of his trumpet was like a warming current, creating wave upon wave of musical energy that penetrated everyone in the crowd. The note was hypnotizing in its purity. He was playing for her. Gideon was playing to Gabrielle.

She loved Gideon past this life and into the next. Yet, Gabrielle’s demons refused to sit idly by. They haunted her and threatened to derail the most beautiful love she’d ever know. It would take a strength Gabrielle didn’t know she had, a willingness to be vulnerable when needed, and a drive to push past her pain. it would also take Gideon’s relentless, ruthless love for Gabrielle to see them through.

**This is a spinoff series of The Men of Mafia St. Clair. Highly recommended that you read that series first but it is not required. This book can stand alone."

Title: Gideon & Gabrielle
Author: Celeste Granger
Publisher: C.G.
Series: The Revisiting Love Series Book 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Gideon & Gabrielle" by Celeste Granger

My Assessment:

'Gideon and Gabrielle' was a beautifully told story in this second series of The Revisiting Love. These two belonged together with the love they shared. I loved how the family was all there to share their passion for the family's connection. And it was good to see Gabrielle coming out in all that she had gone through with her losing her mother and the recovery of her brother. My, my, my, that was some beautiful wedding vows.

Nicholas & Noel: The Revisiting Love Series Kindle Edition by Celeste Granger

Book Excerpt:

"Their love is legendary, impassioned, and requited. He respects her, and she has the utmost respect for him. Their love can move mountains and cause a cosmic shift in the atmosphere. Yet, even with all the unbridled love in the world, Nicholas and Noel’s marriage is not without challenges, adversities they overcame together. Now, Nicholas and Noel have a new venture on the horizon, a journey they must take together."

**This is a spinoff series of The Men of Mafia St. Clair. It is highly recommended that you read that series first, but it is not required. This book can stand alone.

Title: Nicolas & Noel
Author: Celeste Granger
Publisher: C.G.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Nicolas & Noel" by Celeste Granger

My Assessment:
It was good to see Nicholas & Noel being happily in love. Because this family had been through so much, it was good to see love and joy in this story finally. I enjoyed reading how this author was able to bring out bout the home birth that went on in the delivery of Nicholas and Noel's young one. 'Nicolas & Noel' was a beautiful love story that was very enjoyable to read.

Net Gallery The View from Coral Cove by Amy Clipston

Book Excerpt:

"When a jilted romance novelist escapes to a small beach town, the last thing she expected to find was the start of an even better love story.

In the wake of a broken engagement and the death of her last surviving family member, romance novelist Maya Reynolds moves to the haven of Coral Cove, North Carolina, to take over her great-aunt's toy store. Some of her grief is immediately eased by imaginative eight-year-old Ashlyn Tanner, who talks her into adopting a kitten and inspires Maya to create a princess tea party room in the store.

Ashlyn's dad, the local veterinarian Brody Tanner, is quickly smitten by the newest resident of his hometown. As a single parent, he sacrifices a lot to give Ashlyn the world, so a romantic entanglement with Maya is not a distraction he is looking for.

As the three develop a deepening bond in the seaside town where Maya experienced some of her happiest childhood memories, clouds cast a shadow on Maya's hope for the future: an impossible deadline looms over her next novel, a long-held secret by her late mother Maya's absent father comes to light, Brody's resolve to avoid romance seems unbreakable.

But together, they just might discover that sometimes happy endings happen outside the pages Maya's novels.

Title: The View from Coral Cove
Author: Amy Clipston
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"The View from Coral Cove" by Amy Clipston

My Assessment:

'The View from Coral Cove' was a sweet romantic read that one will find hard to put down until the end. The read was about 'family, friendship, forgiveness, reconciliation, trust and new love' that will have you enjoying the read with some awesome characters from the story. The heroine has been through a lot after losing her mother and great aunt; she has moved to Coral Cove after her ex-boyfriend Kyle has called off the wedding. However, Maya meets some beautiful people like Ashlyn and her father Brody, all due to an energetic kitten as she has now run her great aunt Cece's toy store in Coral Cove.

The story moves along quite nicely as Maya finds a letter that leads her to the father that she has always wanted in her life. Why did her mom and aunt not tell Maya about him? As things seem to be going well for Maya, her interest in Brody becomes evident. But will Brody have the same feelings for Maya? What had happened in Brody's life that kept him not wanting to move too fast in a relationship? What will happen when Maya's ex comes back into the picture?

The questions and more will be answered after the reader picks up "The View from Coral Cove," as this author tells a captivating story.

Thank you, Netgalley and Thomas Nelson, for allowing me to read this book for an honest review.

Prisoner of Justice By Ellis Keller

 Book Excerpt:

"Lawyer Cassie Wolfe has to deal with her dark past. After being abandoned and neglected at the age of sixteen, she never thought she'd have to deal with the fear of loss again. 

But when her father returns twenty years later, asking for her help with a dangerous criminal case, her life changes for the better. And then, for the worse, once her father brings a demon with him…."

Title: Prisoner Of Justice
Author: Ellis Keller
Publisher: E.K.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Prisoner Of Justice" by Ellis Keller
My Assessment:

What will happen when Cassie Wolfe's father is alive after thinking he had died some twenty-five years ago and is now back and being accused of murdering his brother? With Cassie being a criminal lawyer, will she be able to help Henry when she even had some doubts about whether or not he was guilty or not? But, he was still her father...what was she to do?

What surprised me most about the story was that her family seemed somewhat involved in this mess. The author gives the reader a tale as Cassie works hard to solve this horrible crime blamed on her father.

The ending...wow! But I wasn't too shocked by whom the killer turned out to be.

Would I recommend this novel...YES!

The Wreck Kindle Edition by Marie Force

 Book Excerpt:

"Wrenched apart by tragedy, they’re brought back together by love.

Carly Holbrook and Brian Westbury are weeks away from their high school graduation. The young couple plans to marry before they head to college, and their future seems bright with promise. But, everything changes one spring night when their six closest friends, including Brian’s younger brother, are killed in a fiery car accident that Carly and Brian witness. The trauma leaves Carly unable to speak, and Brian is forced to make unimaginable decisions about a future that once seemed so certain. With Carly incapable of going forward with their plans, Brian leaves home and Carly for good. Fifteen years later, disturbing new clues indicate the accident that wrecked so many lives wasn’t an accident at all, bringing Brian home to face a past—and love—he’s never forgotten."

Title: The Wreck
Author: Marie Force
Publisher: HTJB, Inc.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"The Wreck" by Marie Force

My Assessment:

'The Wreck' will give one a good read... about romance, mystery-thriller, and suspenseful novel that will keep you turning the pages till the end. The story was mainly about Brian and Carly, with some good secondary characters well-written into the story.

Be prepared for a read about 'loss, survival, and a love that will survive it all to be together. I don't want to share too much other than to say this novel is one to pick up and read and see for yourself how well this author presents it to the reader. It was an outstanding read.

Heart of Hope: A Small Town Romance Kindle Edition by Lucy Score

 Book Excerpt:

“Why would a professional hockey player fly out here, seduce me, and then vanish again?”

I can’t believe I fell for a liar. I was an idiot. A blinded-by-lust, hopeful idiot who threw me into bed with a sexy stranger, invited him to dinner with my entire family, and then woke up alone to a note.

I hope you can forgive me for lying.

Ha. Like that’s ever going to happen. If Beau French or Evanko or whatever the hell his name ever shows his hot, bearded face in this town again, I’ll make sure he regrets it.

To be fair, I practically threw myself at his crotch. And okay, fine. Getting naked with him was the first time I’d felt anything worth feeling since losing my little sister. It’s almost kinda nice to be fueled by the fires of rage instead of the numbness of grief. But I’m certainly not going to thank him for lying and then sneaking out of my bed like a thief in the midafternoon.

Thankfully, I have my older sister’s Christmas wedding to distract me. There’s no way he’d show his face there. Besides, there’s no excuse good enough to make me forgive him."

Title: Heart of Hope: A Small Town Romance
Author: Lucy Score
Publisher: That's What She Said Publishing, Inc.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Heart of Hope" by Lucy Score

My Assessment:

'Heart of Hope' was a good read about the closeness of a family to the donation of a sister Hope's organs after passing. The sister, Bristol, writes a letter to the organ recipient telling the person of Hope's life. How will this affect the person that receives this letter? The reader will have to pick up this novel and see how the author brings it all out to get the answer. The story will bring out a lot of good information about secrets, forgiveness, and trust. Will Beau and Bristol be able to make it back to each other? After Beau's explanation, it was hard to understand why Bristol had problems with his reasoning...but other than that...it was all good. The extended epilogue was exceptionally well thought out, and the author gives the reader a big smile. The story was an outstanding read.

Beau: The Secret Billionaire Society Book 4 Kindle Edition by Nancy Pennick

 Book Excerpt:

"Beau must rise to the challenge to get his fortune back in this captivating romantic suspense series, The Secret Billionaire Society.

Six billionaires. One unforgettable birthday bash. Now their livelihoods are in the hands of a stranger. Each is tasked with a mission. If one fails, they all fail. Billionaires, no more. Steady and calm under fire Beau Miller is fourth in line to get his assignment from the ominous, covert Smith. Tech and security are his game, so Beau doesn’t flinch when assigned to help a small business eradicate a virus attacking their computers. He plans a quick in and out to complete his mission in record time. But, everything changes when Tess Roberts greets him at the office. Beau’s immediately taken by her. What he believed was a simple job turns perilous when Tess disappears."
*This is a standalone read.*

Title: Beau: The Secret Billionaire Society Book 4
Author: Nancy Pennick
Publisher: N.P.
Series: The Secret Billionaire Society Book 4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Four
Review:
"Beau" by Nancy Pennick

My Assessment:

This Secret Billionaire Society Book Four deals with Beau and Tess. We find that Beau had been hired by the 'Robert Sisters'...Tess and Sherri take care of a computer virus while he also is undertaking to uncover a stalker and let's not leave out falling in love with the woman of his dreams. Be ready for plenty of twists, turns, secrets, lies, and suspense, as Mr. Smith becomes an essential person in this series. Who is this mystery man...Mr. Smith? Also, be ready for some exciting characters [Tess, Corey, Sherri, Andre, and Beau] that will keep you turning the pages and guessing to see what will be coming next.

Almost Destroyed Kindle Edition by Lakisha Johnson

Book Excerpt:

"Ava Gentry met Andre thirteen years ago when he was the officer who responded the night she was attacked. Yet, years later, he's still treating her like that scared and broken girl with no self-esteem in need of saving. Every chance he gets, he tries to destroy her with his words and actions leaving her feeling unworthy of love and respect.

The sad reality was it wasn't the first time she's felt this way. From being abused by her grandfather to even worse foster homes, suffering has almost destroyed her identity and ability to love herself.

But she's had enough.

Finally standing up for herself, Andre throws her out, destroying her belongings while almost destroying her. On her own and starting over, she realizes the first thing she needs, besides a place to stay and a job, is a relationship with God. Yet, things prove more complicated than she ever imagined, especially when trouble won't let go, and neither will Andre.

In Almost Destroyed, follow Ava's journey from heartache and brokenness to restoration and finding the strength to love herself again."

NOTE: This is book 1 of 2

Title: Almost Destroyed
Author: Lakisha Johnson
Publisher: Twins Write 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Almost Destroyed" by Lakisha Johnson
My Assessment:

Wow! What a read this author delivers to the reader. Poor Ava had it had, but in the end, will she be able to see the blessing that God has restored in her life. Ava went through quite a struggle, and for some reason, things kept on happening to her...from her ex-boyfriend that wouldn't take no for an answer and a job that tried so hard to discredit her in her knowledge of what was going on. The story leaves one to say Wow and at the end, just after her baptism, what Ava found out from a friend leaves the reader with a cliffhanger that we will have to pick up in the next series to find out what in the world is coming next for Ava. It seems like Satan is around the corner every step of the way for Ava; however, we know that there is a God that will protect her in it all.

The author did an excellent job with this story in that it will help many people if they trust in God and don't give up.