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Albert Camus

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.

Monday, May 18, 2020

They like to pretend they did us a favor... Unrest by Victor Arteaga

My life is quiet and mostly non-violent but one message from my cousin could cause me to lose everything I've sacrificed for my peaceful life.



Without love, neither land nor freedom matters... For This Knight Only by Barbara Bettis

"This story captured my heart from the very first page. Set in a time period where women were property and any man with the strength and fortitude could secure lands and titles, For This Knight Only is a breath of fresh air. A strong heroine with a backbone to rival the greatest knight, a hero searching for a place to call his own. . . it’s a battle of sexes set in medieval times." N.N.Light, Goodreads

The true story is:... DIARY OF A LOST WITCH BLOG

Visit Reutbarak to begin the story featured on Reut Barak's new blog 

Molly is in trouble. Running away from home to escape the dangers of her coven, she ends up in Edinburgh at a time of Corona. Homeless and running for her life, she must find a new coven and get the help she needs to protect herself, or she is not going to make it back. 

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

he knew better than to fall in love... A Love So True (The Billionaires of Sawgrass #3) by Delaney Cameron

A guy and a girl can be just friends, but at one point or another, they will fall for each other. Maybe temporarily, maybe at the wrong time, maybe too late, or maybe forever.
~ Dave Matthews Band ~ (from the Prologue)



Even when you know better... Bad Boys Don’t Make Good Boyfriends (Life Lessons, #2) by Melanie A. Smith


Even though she knows that bad boys don’t make good boyfriends, he seems like he might be so much more. Will her quest unlock the truth behind who he really is? Or will it end their relationship for good? Either way, ready or not, Becca’s world is about to change.


Tuesday, May 12, 2020

SCANDALOUS PASSIONS (Highland Menage #1) by Nicola Davidson

18++ "Scandalous Passions was a great read that came at just the right time -- low angst, lovable characters, and tons of passionate chemistry. ¨[...] The exploration of female pleasure and power was excellent as well as the incorporation of consent, as Janet teaches Marjorie. Overall, a really great read [...]" Alex, Goodreads

Traveling with your family... R.I.P. in Reykjavik (A Traveler Cozy Mystery #2) by A.R. Kennedy

"I thoroughly enjoyed the story, and I love that it is a fast read. Naomi is funny and smart with just enough bad traits and character flaws to make her both realistic and believable. [...] I am giving R.I.P. in Reykjavík by A. R. Kennedy five stars and recommending it to all you cozy mystery readers out there." - Jennifer, Goodreads

Tuesday, May 5, 2020

for a chance at freedom... Wired by the FBI by Glenn Painter

"This book is ripped from the headlines – a real-life true-crime story!!
This book is interesting, intriguing, compelling, provocative, and stimulating!!
I have always loved crime stories, and even though this is not a typical crime story – more of a noir fiction crime book, it still incites intrigue, suspense, appeal, and entertainment!!" Ally, Goodreads

Insta Lovers: A Collection of Steamy Novellas C. Hallman & J.L. Beck

If instalove is your jam, then welcome to the party.
Each book contains an alpha hero, a heart-warming heroine and a happily ever after that will leave you deeply satisfied.

follow the trail of dead crows and missing leaders... Smoke and Ritual (Beautiful Dark Beasts, #1) by Melissa Sercia

The voices haunt her…
Their whispers taunt her with a war she never wanted…



Warrior Saints – Creator (Stonehaven Academy Saints, #1) by Carla Thorne

"The story is an exciting ride as they learn they are better and stronger together. There are forces of evil in their world and they keep finding themselves in a place to make it right. " Kimberly, Goodreads


a crazy, eclectic adventure - Trust In Love (Love Mark, #2) by Linda Kage

" Trust in Love is a wonderful fantasy romance read. [...]
Linda did a fantastic job creating a world for me to immerse myself in. I devoured this book in one day because I had to know as much about Nicolette and Farrow as I could. I swear you'll fall in love with both of them!" Isabella, Goodreads

Hate-worthy. Walking scandal.... No White Knight by Nicole Snow

"Heart’s Edge has it’s fair share of mystery and secrets. Just when you think all the turmoil is behind them, a new drama unfolds. [...] You’ll love the mystery and the search for the ultimate treasure. This enemies-to-lovers romance brings us back to Heart’s Edge with our favorite characters. This small town is a special place that I always enjoy re-visiting." Keri L.,Goodreads

Monday, May 4, 2020

a daring plan to re-shake the world… Move the Stars by Sandy Lender

"I enjoyed this story and was entertained from start to finish. Ava was a fun character. I loved her bravery, courage and determination. She goes on quite the journey and I am happy to have taken it with her." Amy, Goodreads


True love knows no boundaries - Eden's Echo by Lynn Veevers


Instead of moving on, Echo’s soul moved in. With her mother’s presence in her body, Eden can feel Echo’s emotions and hear her thoughts. 

Addictive Alessandro (Savage's Buck & Doe #3) by Anne Marie Citro

"Anne Marie has a way of having the characters resonate within me. Anne Marie is so talented, so gifted. She leaves you wanting more, I can’t wait to read Seductive Santino. Awesome job Anne Marie!! " Tina, Goodreads


F-Bomb Affirmations: rewire your brain ... by Natalie Stokell

F-Bomb Affirmations: rewire your brain and become the kickass human you were born to be!...
... In 11 easy-to-read chapters


Resistance is futile… The Right to Remain Silent by Anya Summers

18+ "I will admit this story is an emotional roller coaster ride with the various characters, the good the bad and the off-limits. Throw in an undercover officer, the mob, and your best friend’s sister---what could go wrong!" Kathy, Goodreads


knives instead of needlepoint... Mayhem and the Marquess (Lords of Havoc, #1) by Win Hollows

"I loved this book! It was a breath of fresh air! We have a tortured hero, but not anything like the usual ones we’re used to seeing." Tabetha, Goodreads



Saturday, May 2, 2020

karma is much faster... Eating the Forbidden Fruit by Roland Sato Page

The newcomer author delivers a personal journey into his rise and demise as a St. Louis City Police Officer. He takes the readers on a roller coaster ride of good ole family memories to the nightmarish reality of being a police officer indicted on federal drug charges.

What if... Kingdom Above the Cloud (Tales from Adia #1) by Maggie Platt

What inspired you to write KINGDOM ABOVE THE CLOUD?
It really started with a daydream. What if there was a world full of characters who had mastered either a deadly sin or a fruit of the spirit? I started designing characters and imagining scenes, and it took on a life of its own. By the time I was done writing it, it was a deep dive into my Christian faith on a scale I never expected! Launch - Author Interview

Hundredth (Pillow Stories from Heaven #2) by Tom Aish

At bedtime with family or in a group, both children and parents will delight in listening to the unusual adventures of Hundredth as he goes from one personal transformation to the next.



End Average: A Man's Journey to Growth in Faith, Relationships, Health, and Finances by Ryan Hansen

Ryan Hansen dives into what it takes to achieve permanent heart change that leads to balanced and consistent growth in faith, relationships, health, and finances.


the heat of their searing island... ISLAND FIRE by Bobbi Smith

18+ An untouched young girl finds a gorgeous man shipwrecked and washed up onshore on a tropical island in the Pacific and they find pure ecstasy and the promise of eternal love. 


Take a journey through the world- Escucha Means Listen by Talia Aikens-Nunez

"What a cute book! This is a fun way to teach children about sounds as well as Spanish and English terms for those sounds. The illustrations are bright and cheerful and illustrate the words perfectly." - Heidi, Goodreads


Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Vanilla with a Twist ( One Scoop or Two) by Peggy Jaeger

Tandy hasn’t had a day off in a decade and wonders if she’ll ever be able to live a worry-free life.
Engineer Deacon Withers is on an enforced vacation in the tiny seaside town of Beacher’s Cove.


Monday, April 27, 2020

the true meaning of friendship - Sophie Washington: My BFF by Tonya Duncan Ellis

"As soon as I started reading Sophie Washington: My BFF, I knew my 11-year-old niece would love it! Akin to the Junie B. Jones series for middle-graders, this book by Tonya Duncan Ellis, is about a girl and her friends, but it’s written in such a way that boys and girls alike would enjoy it." Gina P., Goodreads

Friday, April 24, 2020

One man stands in her way - The Thief's Betrayal by Cassondra Benton

Can the three men closest to her keep Kira safe long enough for her to carry out her plan to save the village? Or will the secrets they have kept from her destroy her happiness—and her life—before she has a chance to clear her name and prove the innocence of those she cares about the most?

Thursday, April 23, 2020

REVIEW - Peripheral Visions and Other Stories by Nancy Christie

“There are years that ask questions and years that answer”—Zora Neale Hurston



he won’t leave without her…Light Shines on Promise Lodge (Promise Lodge #5) by Charlotte Hubbard

"Charlotte Hubbard is a storyteller of the highest caliber. She weaves a tale that will capture and hold your attention from beginning to end. I hope there will be many more stories in this charming series." Kristina, Goodreads

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

REVIEW - Rich (Benson Security #5) by Janet Elizabeth Henderson

...she isn’t the same bright-eyed graduate that walked through their doors years earlier. Now, she’s strong, powerful, and somewhat terrifying. A woman who doesn’t suffer fools lightly and who is afraid of nothing.

Who Will Save Your Soul: And Other Dangerous Bedtime Stories Skye Warren

"A bundle with 4 stories from my favourite author is just too much joy for my heart to bear :-DStill, I bear it with pleasure.
It is so exciting to read her words in four different contexts. I admit my love for short stories, so this is a treat. A treat of dark pleasures indeed." Babel, Goodreads

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

REVIEW - An Outcast and an Ally (A Soldier and a Liar #2) by Caitlin Lochner

Lai, Jay, Al, and Erik are on the run after the military accuses them of being traitors. Tensions between everyone are high, but they have to stick together if they want to survive. And somehow stop the war that’s now in full swing.

REVIEW -Winning Her (Perfect Stats #1) by Amber Malloy

18+ In the span of a year, Bane Carter acquired a new job, his brother’s four kids, a crappy nanny and, worst of all, his ex-wife. What could possibly go wrong?


Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Hoppy Easter Eggstravaganza - Giveaway HOP (INTL)


MYTHICAL BOOKS PRIZE

It was supposed to be business... Blood Always (The Five Families #3) by Jill Ramsower

18+ "In true Jill fashion the twists and turns and unanswered questions kept me on my toes right up to the end. Everytime I thought it was over another bombshell landed to blow my mind and I was like whaaaaaaat " Zoe-Amelia H., Goodreads

Tuesday, April 14, 2020

REVIEW - After Darkness by J.F. Johns

WELCOME TO THE NATION,
Where broking the law is punishable by death!
Are you ready?



Rain, Rain, Go Away! - GIVEAWAY HOP (INTL)


MYTHICAL BOOKS PRIZE

in the near future... The Org by Scott Brody

The Org, is set in the near future, when the effects of the global climate crisis are leading to food shortages, extreme deteriorating weather conditions, and increasing panic. 


The line between human and monster ... The Crystal War (Fragments #2) by Tracy Auerbach

"The writing was on point and I can’t get enough of these characters! Expect some awesome twists and turns! I can’t wait to read the final book!" Candance R., Goodreads


Monday, April 13, 2020

where the mirage begins... Dirty Love & Filthy Lies by C. Shell

Some girls dream about Prince Charming. [...]
Love was not in the cards for me. And then Conner happened.
With a body made from pure sin, he was a bright spot in my dreary life.



not even kings, the gods, or death can keep them apart... The Transcendence Series by E A Carter

"It took me not even two pages to fall in love with this author/her writing. Unique and addictive, E.A. Carter's TRANSCENDENCE Series is ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR! I think it's safe to say it's one of THE best series I've EVER read." IreneOut, Goodreads

Magic and mayhem are his middle names... Abracadabra by K. Stevens

Rod's a trickster by trade, magician by hobby, and thief by night. But when an old friend hunts him down and asks a favor, he can't refuse. Mostly because she'll likely try to kill him before asking again.


One woman’s journey from Sicily to America - Between the Cracks by Carmela Cattuti

"Articulate and descriptive story. This author is astute in story telling. She takes the reader right along with her throughout the story, emotions, and actions. She doesn't hurry through the telling so that you can feel the emotions of the characters and understand their situation thoroughly. " - Kathy P., Goodreads

The key to good is found in truth. - Scheme (AVRA-K #2) by Jennifer Sommersby

“Jennifer Sommersby’s Sleight makes magic from an enthralling premise, wonderfully-drawn characters, and beautiful words. It’s hard to avoid descriptors like entrancing, spell-binding and mystical.” —Michael Grant, New York Times bestselling author of the Gone series (#1)

The town is taking bets... A Whole Lotta Trouble by Lea Hart

"I absolutely loved reading this story . The characters are fantastic. The story is humerous but it's also suspenseful and intriguing . Rick Blakely and Emily Conner have quit a history ." Paula, Goodreads


both hate the notion of marriage... An Unsuitable Lady for a Lord (Scottish Lords and Ladies #1) by Cathleen Ross

"This is a new author to me & I thoroughly enjoyed this fun, entertaining read of two people who were so right for each other fighting the inevitable. [...] A captivating read & I’ll certainly read more from the author." Janet, Goodreads

He’ll never ask for help... All Of His Secrets (Choices: Tarkio MC, #4) by Debra Kayn


18+
 "This book was absolute perfection!! Once again Debra Kayn has woven an intense, tumultuous and beautiful tale. " Stacy D, Goodreads

Maybe she can have it all. Seeking Worthy Pursuits (Alace Sweets #2) by MariaLisa deMora

"The twists and turns of the story unfold and I found myself so engrossed, I burned dinner! I had nightmares like any good story with evil in it will give. I seriously love the way MariaLisa writes and I shudder to think of the research she had to do to create this thrilling, yet caring story. The epilogue will blow your mind!" Gail, Goodreads (#2)

a crazy ride... The Random Series Julia Kent

From unconventional love to second-chance romance to your wildest desires, The Random Series will have you giggling, swooning, and fanning yourself to the heart-pounding beat of the sexiest, most daring and irresistible musicians to come out of Boston.

he was my mystery... Coop (Reed Security, #22) by Giulia Lagomarsino

18+ "Giulia as yet again delivered another master piece.I was hooked right from the beginning.
Coop is book 22 to Reed security series." Rebecca, K., Goodreads