Saturday, December 30, 2017

Prowl 3 (Nothing Else Matters But Survival Book 3) by Stephanie Nicole Norris

Book Description...

"In the finale of Prowl, Brooklyn, Drew, Symone, and Leah look to ensure their international heist pays off. But fencing the infamous pink diamond draws more heat than the girls anticipate and the troubles they thought were left behind in America, finds them in Africa. The homestead and Patterson Pharmaceutical remain at risk and tension between the girls becomes immense. Can these four women band together and balance their mounding issues before the FBI closes in, or will they lose everything?

Title:  Prowl 3
Author:  Deidra D.S. Green & Stephanie Nicole Norris
Publishers: D.D.S.G & S. N. N.
Series:  Nothing Else Matters But Survival Book 3
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Prowl" by Stephanie Nicole Norris & Deidra S. S. Green

My Thoughts......

I enjoyed this whole series of 'Nothing Else Matters But Survival 1-2-and this finale.  These authors were able to give the reader quite a read of these sisters and friends...Brooklyn, Drew, Symone, and Leah.  I loved how thees ladies were finally able to finally get it together to pay off the 'Homestead and Patterson Pharmaceutical debt.'  It was sad in the way Nia was taken away but at least getting rid of Legend, well that was quite another story.  I loved how the girls at the end seemed to be getting their lives back together again.  To truly understand this whole story I would definitely suggest one pick up all three of the series.  It was truly one good series.   

Soul & Diana 4: The Finale by Jade Jones


Book Description...

"Soul and Diana are back for the biggest fight of their lives! Their love is put to the ultimate test when Soul steps out on their union and has an illegitimate baby. To make matters even worse, he enlists Diana's best friend, Cameron to raise the child. Who can you trust, if you can't even put faith in the man you shared vows with? Soul is pretty much left to pick up the pieces of his failed marriage. But it's hard to when you have enemies gunning for you left and right. Will this couple be able to persevere despite all of their obstacles? Join Soul and Diana on their last journey, and be prepared because this will be an emotional and rocky ride!"

Title: Soul & Diana 4
Author: Jade Jones
Publisher: J. J.
Series: #4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Soul & Diana 4" by Jade Jones

My Thoughts.....

Wow what a good ending to this series! It was so good to see everything come together and out so well for many of these characters in the end especially for Soul & Diana. Poor Roxie will come through this with the help of her friends and as for Ced and Milenia well all I can say is that they truly got just what they so desired. I will say this author really know how to give the readers interesting series and with this one it was definitely over the top and well done!






Friday, December 29, 2017

Love At Rincon Point by J. Haney & S.I. Hayes

Book Description...

"Successful, driven and divorced mom Addilyn Tate writes romance novels. She has only eleven weeks to deliver the next one to her publisher and scout for her first film. So, this year’s annual beach vacation with her three kids Bexley, Ryker, and Laken will be a working vacation for Addilyn. 

Upon arrival, the family soon meets their new next-door neighbor and landlord, buoyant, reckless surfer Declan Torrance, with whom they will be sharing walls and a patio for the next two months. Declan cranks up his music at night, sleeps late, and allows his furry friends to run around at will.

As Addilyn bangs away at her novel with little success, Declan’s volleyball matches and irregular hours keep her from much progress. But when Declan finds himself bonding with Bexley, Ryker, and Laken; Addilyn begins to see a different side of this man child. Soon the two begin to see each other in a whole new – and attractive light.
 "

Title:  Love At Rincon Point
Authors:  J Haney & S.I. Hayes
Publisher:  J. H. & S.I. H.
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Love At Rincon Point" by J. Haney & S. I. Hayes

My Thoughts...

I like this story of divorced mom Addilyn Tate meeting her 'next-door neighbor and landlord,' Declan Torrance.  We find Addilyn was a romance novel writer and was on vacation with her three children and it seems like her sister [Kota] was tagging along too.  This author gives the reader quite an interesting read as it really gets even more interesting as it seems that Declan and Addilyn have a few problems when these two come together which involving her children...Bexley, Ryker, and Laken.  Then when we get a few more added characters from Declan... is wife [ex/baby's mama ] Wynter and children [twins] Tarren & Tamsin... plus a few more like characters like [Cherry] making this story only get more interesting.  To see how this will all come out you will only have to pick up  "Love At Rincon Point" to see how well these authors give the readers one good intriguing read that will keep your attention turning the pages till the very end to see if there will be a HEA for Addilyn and Declan.     























That Church Life 2 By: Teresa B. Howell


Book Description.....

"Childhood friends Missy Jones, Michelle Hanks and Natalia Freemon are about to find their friendship tested like never before…
Missy has experienced the unthinkable. While she tries to be strong in front of her congregation, behind closed doors, she is suffering, and family secrets are haunting her.
Michelle can no longer hide from her bad decisions. Her secrets and personal agenda just might tarnish her life-long friendships for good and cost her everything.
Natalia is starting to see things in a different light—or is she? After years of being single, she feels her youth slipping away, and she’s reached a turning point. Will the friends’ spiritual warfare continue, or will they learn that just because you’re in the church, that doesn’t mean the church is in you?"

Title:  That Church Life 2
Author:  Teresa B. Howell
Publisher:  T. B. H.
Series:  #2
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"That Church Life 2" by Teresa B. Howell

My Thoughts...

The story continues on from "That Church Life" story where it seems like for Missy Natalia and Michelle friendship will really be tested.  There will be so many twist and turns that you will have to keep up with it all from uncovered secrets, lies, envy, hypocrites, jealousy and drama that will keep you shaking your head.  I am not sure who I felt more sorrier for in this friendship through this journey of transformation. I loved the friendship that Michelle and Natalia seemed to have.  It was quite interesting seeing how Olivia [Missy long lost mother] was able to work her web that would only damage all who was around her.  Will Missy ever get a grip on her life as she become the upcoming Pastor of the church?  Well. there will be more to this story as it seems toward the end more secrets still seem to be coming out about 'PASTOR HENRY CEPHEUS JONES.'  Now what could that be?  To find out you will have to pick up this good read and see how well this author presents it to the readers. And yes another cliffhanger so  I guess we will have to find out in the next series to see what will happen next in this Christian story.     












That Church Life By: Teresa Howell


Book Description....

"The Church Gal Crew is leading the way to Salvation at Mt. Zion Holiness Church. Feisty Natalia Freemon is the “head” of the crew. Rebellious and outspoken, she has no problems challenging the church status quo. Years later however, her loss of faith will tragically impact her life. 
    Michelle Hanks, a country girl from a hardworking farm family is the peacemaker and “soul” of the crew. Although struggling with self-confidence she is wise beyond her years and can’t wait to escape the farm life and find success; even if it costs her soul.
    Missy Jones, the “heart” of the crew, has the face of an angel and a voice sent from heaven. A pastor’s daughter raised in the church, Missy loves the ministry and her place in it.  But the flesh is tempting, especially when it comes in the form of sexy church musician and Mt. Zion playboy Tommy.  
    In spite of her dedication to the word, Missy falls hard for Tommy, and then falls out of favor with the church. Trapped in a cycle of relationship abuse, Missy’s world is falling apart until Beanie, a reformed stick-up man turned Evangelist, shows her real love. But when tragedy strikes, Missy is torn between the truth, that could jeopardize every-thing she loves, or a lie that could be her damnation.
    These three best friends drift away from each other and the church but come back together through spiritual downfall, relationship crises, drug addiction, and even murder. Can the crew survive the drama involved in That Church Life?"

Title:  That Church Life
Author:  Teresa Howell
Publisher:  T. H.
Series:  # 1
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"That Church Life" by Teresa Howell

My Thoughts....

This was a good read about the Church life of three good friends known as 'the Church Gal Crew.'  For Missy who was a minister, Natalia was a flight attendant and then their was Michelle well let's just say she was one with lots of secrets about her life.  Now, we don't want to leave out the Pastor who had so many secrets and skeletons of his own.  Now, when all of these characters come together be ready for secrets that will come out, along with murder and scandal that will really shake up the 'Church life's of these characters. What will happen when the skeletons and secrets all start coming out? Well, I will say the ending will definitely leave the reader with a cliffhanger where you will have to pick up the next series  "That Church Life # 2" to get the next part of this intriguing Christian story. 











Michael and Chloe: A Chloe Daniels Surprise (Chloe Daniels Mysteries Book 10) by Deidra D. S. Green


Book Description....

"There was a chemistry between Dr. Chloe Daniels and Detective Michael Phillips. Throughout the course of their work together, that chemistry as blossomed into something more, but it remained undefined, uncategorized. Until Detective Phillips was shot and almost lost his life. After that, Michael could no longer abide just being fond of Chloe. He expressed his deepest feelings for her, and his desire to always protect her. Chloe had feelings of her own toward Detective Phillips, but it wasn’t until she almost lost him that those feelings came into focus. There was love there, mutual respect and a powerful attraction. Could there be something more? Find out in Michael and Chloe: A Chloe Daniels Surprise! (This is a stand alone and can be read at any time)."

Title:  Michael and Chloe
Author:  Deidra D.S. Green
Publisher: Rathsi Publishing Presents
Series:  A Chloe Daniels Surprise (Chloe Daniels Mysteries Book 10)
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Michael and Chloe: A Chloe Daniels Surprise (Chloe Daniels Mysteries Book 10)   by Deidra D. S. Green

My Thoughts....

What a beautiful story!  I loved how this author brings this story all together. Not only was their happiness of Chloe and Michael but several other characters where you will just have to pick up this excellent read and see for yourself who they are.  This was definitely one of those reads that was so sweet and romantic!  Loved it!

Hidden: Justine's Story (Chloe Daniels Mystery Series) by Deidra D. S. Green


Book Description....

"Justine is where it all started...

Prequel to the Chloe Daniels Mystery Series

When Merrill Starks set his sights on Justine, his depraved actions set off a sequence of events that would lead to one little girl finding her purpose in life. Dr. Chloe Daniels, renowned forensic psychologist, aided in the identification and capture of some of the most notorious mass murderers the United States had ever known. But Chloe didn’t embark on her career by happenstance. Merrill Starks was her inspiration… "

CAN BE READ AS A STAND ALONE

Title:  Hidden:  Justine's Story
Author:  Deidra D. S. Green
Publisher:  Rathsi Publishing Presents 
Series:  Prequel to the Chloe Daniels Mystery Series      
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Hidden:  Justine's Store" by Deidra D. S. Green

My Thoughts....

This was rather a sad, heartbreaking and emotional story but it was definitely one that was needed to be told to fully understanding what had happened to Chloe's sister.  After reading this short story one could truly understand why Chloe had chosen her career due to the fact of how she had lost her sister Justine.  This author as always has given the readers such a well written story with such interesting characters and story line that will keep you turning the pages till the end.  This was definitely a good prequel read of  'the events that had led up to The Chloe Daniel's series.'  

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

I Don't Want You Back by Chenell Parker


Book Description...

"Life was great for Landon Reynolds. Although his mother had abandoned him and his sister as kids to be raised by their grandmother, he was determined to have the family that she never provided. He married and started a family with his high school sweetheart and they were happy, or so he thought. Landon’s wife, Malia, loved her husband and kids, but she loved herself more. She’d been a wife and mother for most of her young life and she began to feel like something was missing. After deciding to leave her two sons in the care of their father, Malia set out to find her own happiness.
Faryn had a childhood that most girls her age couldn’t endure. Her drug addicted mother left her and her siblings to fend for themselves and that’s exactly what they did. Faryn wasn’t proud of some of the things she had to do, but it was necessary in order to survive. After putting herself through college, she settled into a comfortable, yet predictable routine.
When a chance encounter allows Faryn and Landon to cross paths, their chemistry was undeniable. A friendship turned romance soon blossomed between the two and the possibilities were endless.
Unfortunately, not everyone was thrilled about their newfound union. Foes, old and new, decided that they were better off apart. When inside and outside forces threaten to divide what they’d just put into place, will Landon and Faryn manage to come out on top? Will they overcome the many obstacles that are thrown their way or will they give up on love and each other altogether? These questions and more will be answered in I Don't Want You Back, a full length standalone."

Title:  I Don't Want You Back
Author:  Chenell Parker
Publisher:  C.P.
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"I Don't Want You Back" by Chenell Parker

My Thoughts...

I really enjoyed every bit of this story.  The plot was simply off the chart very well done alone with some very interesting characters from family members, to friends.  What I also loved about the read is that it was a standalone read...a little long but at least we get one full story and now have to wait for a series!  This story will definitely keep one turning the pages to see what was coming next as it seems like everyone was connected in some way to one person.  Now, to find out who that was you will just have to pick up the fantastic read to see how well this author puts it all together definitely keeping the reader guessing along with at little bit of it all from love, drama, humor and karma.  Truly Landon and Faryn were beautifully put together. Just seeing how with all Faryn had faced that in the end how well it turns out. The humorous parts from that  uncle [Aidan] had me laughing out loud!  In the end the reader will get quite a interesting story where there is hope for all.  Would I recommend?  YES!





Snowflakes & Snuggles: Six Heartwarming Christmas Romances featuring....Cinnamon Kisses By: Cecelia Dowdy





Six brand-new, heartwarming novels and novellas.

ALMOOSED HEAVEN—JAN ELDER

It’s Christmastime in Moose Creek, Maine, and Rev. Samantha Evans and forest ranger Eric Palmer are finally getting hitched. When circumstances turn against them in the shape of a meddlesome sister, an ill family member, an old flame, and a contrary moose, will they discover that marriage is Almoosed Heaven?

QUINN’S CHOICE—CLARE REVELL

Trauma surgeon, Quinn Southgate, is about to marry his soul mate when his pager goes off. His bride, Liz Hastings, gives him an ultimatum—answer that bleep and the wedding is off. Whatever choice Quinn makes, the consequences will last a lifetime.

WINTER WISHES & SNOWFLAKE KISSES—MARY MANNERS

When the wedding of mutual friends draws a reluctant Delaney Chambers home to King's Gap, Tennessee, rancher Austen Brantley believes their reunion is a Christmas miracle. Tragic childhood memories make Delaney eager for a quick return to her city life. But Austen has other plans…to chase away those memories and bring Delaney home—for good.

CINNAMON KISSES—CECELIA DOWDY

When Jamal Jennings runs into his first love, Kelly Richardson, during a homeless ministry, their dormant feelings are rekindled. He needs her help to open his bakery and she’s struggling to forgive her cheating ex-fiancé. Can they fall in love again, in spite of their past pains?

MIDNIGHT CLEAR—AUTUMN MACARTHUR

He could be her Mr. Right. Only she knows she’s his Ms. Wrong.

Teacher Claire Robinson moved to Huckleberry Lake to escape the grief of losing her happily-ever-after, and no one in the welcoming Idaho community guesses her secret heartbreak.

Including Ryan Connor, who seems to think she’s “the One”. But he wants a big family, something she can’t give him. Her snark should make him forget her.

Problem is, both God and Ryan have other plans!

A TIME TO LOVE—MARION UECKERMANN

Everyday life for Dr. Melanie Kerr had consisted of happy deliveries and bundles of joy…until her worst nightmare became reality.

Journalist and TV host Jordan Stanson has gone from one assignment to the next, but before he can take a break for Christmas, his boss has squeezed in another—uncovering the tragedy surrounding the doctor the country came to love on his show."


Title:  Snowflakes & Snuggles: Six Heartwarming Christmas Romances
Authors:  by Jan Elder (Author),‎ Clare Revell (Author),‎ Mary Manners (Author),‎ Cecelia Dowdy (Author),‎ Autumn Macarthur (Author),‎ Marion Ueckermann (Author)
Publisher: Divine Desserts Publishing LLC
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Reviews...
Six Anthologies...

Almoosed Heaven by Jan Elder
This was a beautifully told story of how a marriage that comes about between Rev. Samantha Evans
and Eric Palmer.  With all of its interruptions will this finally happen?

Quinn's Choice by Clare Revell
What happens when a marriage is about to happen and a pager goes off for Quinn Southgate and Liz Hasting?

Winter Wishes & Snowflake Kisses by Mary Manners
What will happen when Delaney Chambers and Austen Brantley come together in 'a reunion of a Christmas miracle?'

     next we have...

"Cinnamon Kisses" by Cecelia Dowdy

My Thoughts.....
What a beautifully told story of a second chance at love.  It was very intriguing seeing Kelly and Jamal rekindled what had been denied them when they were so young.  Will they be able to "fall in love again after all of the pain they had suffered?  Well, this is where I say you will have to pick up this good read to see how well this author brings it all out so well to her readers. 

                          Next we have.... Midnight Clear by Autumn MacArthur

What will happen when Claire Robinson and Ryan Connor meet in Huckleberry Lake. Will Claire be 'The One' that Ryan wants in his life? 

                            Next....A Time To Love by Marion Ueckermann
What happens when for Dr. Melanie Kerr when her 'worst nightmare that becomes a reality? 

All of these six collections of anthologies were some wonderful read especially during the holiday season.  Be ready for some very good stories that will give one good thoughts long after the reads that I would definitely recommend all six of the 'Snowflakes & Snuggles' anthologies.











Sunday, December 17, 2017

Burnt Orange by Meiah Shaun



Book Description....

"A coming-of-age story of Erin and Erika, Texas twins in an abusive home in a town segregated by white and black color lines, who are wounded by the revealing of a shocking family secret and long to escape their circumstances and erase what they have been labeled. Follow their journey in this compelling novel filled with inspiration and triumph."

Title:  Burnt Orange
Author:  Meiah Shaun
Publisher:  Redemption Press   
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Burnt Orange" by Meiah Shaun

My Thoughts.....

I found "Burnt Orange" quite a interesting incredible read that focus on twin girls [fraternal]...Erika and Erin living in Orange, Texas in the 1990's.  This coming of age read takes the reader into a emotional read as these twins suffered a type of abuse like no other coming mainly coming from their father.  The author takes the story from early childhood, teenagers and on through young womanhood.

It was interesting see their girls grow and mature to womanhood as you continue to read.  I love the fact that they had a grandmother around them when they really need her due to that father.  I wondered a lot about the father and why he was the way he was in this story and at the end I was able to maybe understand why he had been the way he was toward his children due to what the twins had done. However, it still was no reason for the way he had treated them...especially Erin.  Now, I don't want to spoil it for you the reader so you will have to pick up this story that is  'well written novel, detailed, and engaging and see for yourself.  It was quite interesting seeing Erin and Erika growing up and even overcoming some of their many difficult s they had endured during their childhood. One thing that was for sure their mother had instilled some wonderful 'Christian' values that had grounded them in their adulthood. Truly forgiveness is a powerful thing!   This was a really emotional, powerful  journey that Erika and Erin had endured and in the end...well again you will have to pick up this read to see how this author bring  it all comes out so well to the reader.  Would I recommend?  YES!

Thank you to the author for letting me read your novel and  giving my honest opinion of this interesting story.  







Saturday, December 16, 2017

The Fist That Bound Me: A Stand Alone Novel by Trinity DeKane



Book Description....

"Jade is caught up in an abusive relationship with a man whom she revealed her life's hardest memories; entrusting him with her heart, he turns out to be the very thing she has been trying to escape. When Greg's abuse damn near kills Jade her sisters Corrina and Telissa step in and remove her from the home.

As Jade deals with her hurtful past and her current abusive relationship she is introduced to a new way of life and new friends. She seems to adjust well to her new environment, but when the past starts to reel its ugly head Jade fights to stand her ground.

Will she follow her heart and move forward or will she be snatched back into the depths of hell!"

Title:  The Fist That Bound Me
Author:  Trinity DeKane
Publisher:  Tiece Mickens Presents, LLC   
Rating:  Five
Review:

"The Fist That Bound Me" by Trinity Dekane

My Thoughts...

What a well written story with so much sadness and emotional pain that dealt with such domestic abusive  violence that happened to these girls [Jade, Corrina, Telissa & Dee] that many have gone through. How they made it through it was really a horrible story.  I still wish Jade would have told her mother on just what was going on with her father.  But oh well this happens and naturally Jade would end up with someone like Greg who used 'his badge for all the wrong reasons.'  However, thank God Malcolm comes into the picture and to learn the rest of the story you will have to pick up this phenomenal good read to see who well this author brings  out this journey all out to the reader. I found this story a very realistic one and that ending was really something!

I love what the author also presents to the readers concerning this subject matter at the end of the read.   Would I recommend this novel?  YES! 













Colors of Christmas Two Contemporary Stories Celebrate the Hope of Christmas by Olivia Newport


Book Description...

"Celebrate the joyful hope of the Christmas season as characters find healing in the midst of heartbreak.
New from Olivia Newport!

Christmas in Blue
In the wake of a personal loss deeper than anyone realizes, Angela plans to bypass as much of the season as possible and get through her duties as the church organist by going on autopilot. Instead, she finds herself in charge of the town’s celebration. After a mysterious young man arrives, townspeople suspect he is the reason that one set of plans after another disintegrate until little is left of their traditions. Yet Angela warms to Gabe because she suspects they share a secret—his real reason for coming to town. Even when all they have to work with is a garish supply of blue Christmas decorations, Gabe helps Angela discover the hidden beauty of hope.

Christmas in Gold
After eighty years, change is nothing new for Astrid. By the time she was twenty, she survived the destructive Nazi regime, caring for her family under brutal circumstances, moving to America, and losing her husband. At forty she was widowed again and left to build a new life with her children. Now, when she faces a move into an assisted living community and meets a young woman on the brink of despair, she resolves to stir up hope through tragedy one more time."

Title:  Colors of Christmas
Author:  Olivia Newport
Publisher:  Barbour Publishing, Inc.    
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Colors of Christmas" Two Contemporary Stories Celebrate The Hope of Christmas By Olivia Newport

My Thoughts....

Two Contemporary Stories Celebrate The Hope of Christmas:

Christmas in Gold
What a story that had me in tears...What will happen when a older woman [Astrid] falls and breaks her ankle.  Then her family wants to put her in an assistant living facility.  Wow, what  a family!  You will just have to pick this one up to see how it will all come out as she meets a Physical Therapist named Carly.

Then next we have....

Christmas in Blue
This was such a wonderful contemporary heartwarming story of 'love, loss and the beauty of family and friends.'  What will happen as a mysterious stranger [Gabe]  appears in town to help Angela.  How will this take a turn and instead of dread there will be 'joy and tenderness in Angela's heart' for this holiday.

Both of these stories are well written and will contain a message that is only for the reader to receive. I found these stories tender, so endearing and hopefully one hearts will be lifted for this Christmas holiday season from the read.  I was left to be reminded to be 'thankful and never take anything for granted.' 

Thank you to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing, Inc. for a review copy in exchange for my honest review.







Lonestar's Lady By: Deborah Camp


Book Description....

"Lonestar. His name fit him perfectly. It fed every fantasy that Gussie Horton had conjured about Indians and forbidden love. His neighbors whispered that he was a murdering half-breed, which was true. But Gussie believed in second chances, and more importantly, her heart told her to believe in Max Lonestar. Was she a fool to hitch her wagon to his star? Would he be her one true love or her final downfall?"

Title:  Lonestar's Lady
Author:  Deborah Camp
Publisher:  D. C.
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:

"Lonestar's Lady" by Deborah Camp

My Thoughts...

This was quite a endearing story that will help your interest turning the pages to see what was going on with Gussie Horton who had found herself in a horrible situation.  No what was that? Well, it seems like a [Bob Babbitt] was not been there to receive her in Ft Smith and now she has make her way to Pear Orchard, Arkansas to learn he [Babbitt] was was in the Van Buren jail for disorderly conduct where he had  "Drank too much and tore up a saloon."  What was somewhat interesting about this whole situation was that Gussie was a 'mail-order letter bride' who hadn't formally met only having a agreement to this marriage.  Now, what will Gussie do?  Well, she gets help from the
a sweet family the Karlsson's...Susan...her husband Erick and her half brother Max Lonestar.  What proposal will be made to Gussie from Max that she will not be able to refuse?  The author will present the reader will one interesting story of just how hard it was for Max and Gussie especially since he was a 'half-breed.' It was intriguing to see how this town treated Max and how it took Gussie to bring it out up front and center to how these town people really were a group of very self righteous people. It seems like when all was going well for these two something would always seem to happen.  Why and who were those particular people?  Now to fully understand this well written read you will have to pick up "Lonestar's Lady' to see for yourself how well this story whole situation is all brought out.  I did have a few questions in how the ending ended but I was able to live with my thoughts on how I hoped it would all did come out in the end.  One will definitely want these two Gussie and Lonestar to have that HEA because they indeed deserved it. Would I recommend "Lonestar's Lady?'  YES!



Thursday, December 14, 2017

Undone by Deceit by Falon Gold


Book Description...

"Split decisions and daring anyone to challenge the path he took made Chance Middleton a successful architect. The reason for one of his decisions made when he was just a boy was a mystery that Mahogany Jefferson could never solve. However, he had no way of knowing that his fierce determination would become a fatal flaw, turn his closely guarded secret into a breeding ground for deceit, and push Mahogany’s love for him to a breaking point. 

Chance wasn’t surprised when it snapped completely or when she packed her bags. He let her go, well aware that she can be counted on for two things: doing what she thought was right and bouncing back when things went sideways. Her troubled past and heartbreaking present unbeknownst to him demanded she be tough, but a recent tragedy just may break her. Her belongings weren’t all she took with her when she left.

Thinking she was doing the right thing for everyone, now she had a secret of her own and it was always only a matter of time before things went left. That was the story of Mahogany’s life and to right things again, she had only one option: call on Chance, which required her to reveal an accident that elevated many lives to a level he never wanted to exist on. His reaction might just be incendiary, but the mystery of Chance will be unraveled at last.

No one will be exempt from heartache, heartbreak, and being let down. Love will be tested. Lines will be crossed. Lives will be endangered. Blood will be spilled. Everyone will learn what they're truly made of. Happily-ever-afters will. Be. Fought. For." 

*No cliffhanger.

Title:  Undone by Deceit
Author:  Falon Gold
Publisher:  Imperial Publishing House
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Undone by Deceit" by Falon Gold

My Thoughts...

This was quite a lovey story involving Mahogany. Majesty and Chance along with some other very interesting characters that will keep you turning the pages from the beginning to the end to see what was coming next.  You will find a lots of hilarious moments that will have you laughing out loud. It is so interesting to see these two [Mahogany & Chance] go back and forth until finally they seem to get it.  Be ready for a lots of drama, secrets and family issues that will keep coming until they get the message that they love each other no matter what all the reasons that had happened.  In the end will Mahogany and Chance get their HEA?  Well to see how well this author brings it all out to the reader you will have to pick up this well written story and see how well this it was delivered. I loved the ending!  













Friday, December 8, 2017

Charm School Night Play: Lesson 3 by Lynn Carmer



Book Description....

"She wants a sizzling fling…

Athena Calvo is as tough as nails.
She’s also newly divorced and emotionally vulnerable. To get herself back out on the dating scene, she volunteers to teach the next charm school class: Sensation Play. She immerses herself in blindfolds, silk scarves, wax play, and more! She knows Tommy Lagos wants to help her with hands-on research, but she’s looking for a short term commitment. There’s just one problem.

He wants forever…

Tommy Lagos never takes life too seriously.
He is a beast in the ring and between the sheets. His shredded muscles and wicked charm have taken him far, but behind his cocky grin lives ambition, fire, and a drive to fight for everything that matters—especially Athena. He knows he can seduce her into giving him more than a few days.

He will own her body, one blindfold at a time, but will he be able to seduce her into risking her guarded heart?"

Title:  Charm School Night Play:  Lesson 3
Author:  Lynn Carmer
Publisher: Lynn Carmer        
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Charm School Night Play:  Lesson 3  by Lynn Carmer

My Thoughts.....

I found this novel a very good read where you will find Athena one control person that will find at times  leave you shaking your head.  And then their was Tommy who you may find him him losing his temper at times but when it came to what he wanted he would definitely be found going after it and not taking no for a answer.  I did find several scenes that had me laughing so very hard.  Yes, this was quite a enjoyable read.  I liked the way this author wrote and separated the l's.  I could read it and thoroughly understand the story quite well and even thinking it was uniquely done.
I found most of the characters somewhat complex but still so very interesting that will definitely keep you turning the pages to see what is coming next.

So, will Athena finally get the happiness she so well deserved?  With these two having that sizzling chemistry will they both who have had some many personal problems be able to finally get their HEA?  To find out you will have to pick up "Charm School Night Play:  Lesson 3" to find out.  Would I recommend?  YES!










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