Review: Crying Wolf by Rochelle Paige 4 of 5 stars

Crying Wolf by Rochelle Paige
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

On the run from a crazy ex-boyfriend who is a cop and willing to use Police resources to find her, Grace Shaw hopes she killed the prospect of his colleagues helping him with her tactics to set him up before she left. All she wants is a job, a place to stay and folks to leave her alone. Then she meets the alpha of the Black River Pack - Hunter Tate. She tries her hardest to keep him at arm's length, but you can reason with an alpha male werewolf who insists she is his mate.

This was a sweet story that had lots of drama, excitement and danger woven carefully into the story. Well written, it was easy to read and understand. Quite enjoyable. Please note this does contain explicit sexual scenes and some partner abuse.

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Review: Raynor by Julia Mills 4 of 5 stars

Raynor by Julia Mills
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raynor is ancient, angry, and looking for vengeance. He less of a nice dragon and more of a BEAST. As a Dragon Guard Berserker, noting and no one is going to be able to stop him from saving the on the universe made for him. Will artist Elizabeth find beauty in the heart of her darkest nightmares? Can these two broken souls heal one another and stop the evil hiding behind an Armani suit and a slick smile?

This was a nice story in the format of a dragon guard story (and so you know the format that you will be reading). Well written and easy to read and understand this was a great light read that was as enjoyable as the rest of the other stories in the series. Contains some sexual content.

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Review: Vampire in Geek's Clothing by Cassandra Lawson 4 of 5 stars

Vampire in Geek's Clothing by Cassandra Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Phoenix was born and destined to be a Hunter and has lived by strictly following the mantra to never tell anyone who and what she is. That has meant she has lived on her own and not got attached to anyone she meets. Then she meets Isaiah who makes her long for a normal life. However, he has secrets of his own. Can they have a life together? Isiah is actually a vampire who has sworn to do whatever it takes to protect her especially when it becomes clear that she is now being hunted by hunters. When they both find out the lies that they have each told each other can they walk away or is their attraction something worth fighting for?

This was a lovely story that had lots of angst as the characters fought with their own emotional demons before working through their attraction for each other as well as the danger that was hunting Phoenix. Can they both survive and have the HEA they both deserve? Well written and very enjoyable I definitely found I couldn't stop reading this after I had got into the story. Does contain some sexual content.

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Review: Rebel Dragon by Anna Lowe 3 of 5 stars

Rebel Dragon by Anna Lowe
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Jenna Monroe is on the way to Maui on the run from a Stalker who is lusting after her blood. She knows that shapeshifter exist, but their world seems terrifying to her. However, she finds even the good guys hard to trust - although she can't get out of her head one particularly hot guy. Connor Hoving and a band of special forces shifters are planning to move to Maui and has pinned his new future for both him and his brothers on a new role as head of security on an exclusive seaside estate. However, Connor just cannot get his inner dragon to focus with off-limits Jenna around. Can this rebel dragon learn to play by the rules when his fated mate’s life is at stake? Vampires and ruthless dragons lurk in the shadows, and it’s impossible to tell whose side fate will take. Only one thing is certain: great heroes don’t get to pick their destinies — only the choices they make.

This was a dramatic story at times as well as a sweet one in places. The start of the story I found a bit boring but as the action increased the story became more interested so that by the end I was fully on board with the story. I just wish it hadn't been so boring through the first third of the book. Clear and easy to understand it was enjoyable if you persevered through the more boring section. Does contain some sexual content.

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Review: Mark of Damon by Eva Chase 5 of 5 stars

Mark of Damon by Eva Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this novella at the end of the series we finish off some unfinished business as Rose and her Consorts settle into their normal lives and Damon resolves issues that have hung around since the battle with the demons in book 5 of the series.

This was a lovely surprise at the end of the series. It was great to see Damon working through some of the unfinished business from the series and finally finding peace. A lovely surprise at the end which you will love. Well written and very easy to read, this was a great bonus at the end of the series.

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Review: Dragon Riders of Elantia Books 1-3 by Jessica Drake 5 of 5 stars

Dragon Riders of Elantia Books 1-3 by Jessica Drake
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first three books in this great series.

#1 Call of the Dragon - 5*
Zara Kenrook had been abandoned at an orphanage in childhood and by definition that meant she was destined to live in the slums but she has managed to gain a name as one of the best treasure hunters in Elantia. However she does have enemies and when one calls in a debt she is faced with an impossible decision - break into a dragon rider's house and steal a priceless object or lose her career and start again doing something else. However, the object she tries to steal is incorrect and is actually a dragon's egg which starts to hatch - when they see each other life will never be the same again.

Wow - this is a great story that had drama, twists and turns all through the book. I loved the concept of the world, the dragon riders and the scrapes she found herself in. It was well written and everything was well written and easy to understand and feel. I loved the ending and can't wait for the next book in the series now as I really need to know what happens next.

#2 Flight of the Dragon - 5*
Zara is a Dragon Rider and Lessie is her Dragon and when they met the certainly had no idea the sorts of trials and dangers they would have to face together. There have been several murders and kidnapping attempts so her enigmatic family head (Lord Tavarian) has transported them to a secret location to complete their training off the grid on a 1-2-1 basis. However, war is on the horizon and Salcombe is determined to find Zara - before they know it they are being attacked on all fronts and are forced to fight for a cause they are obliged to take part in even if they don't really believe in it. Can they follow the rules even if they know they are not always right or will the rebel streak that is so much part of Zara's character contribute to victory or will it be death?

Wow - I am loving the way the story has continued for Zara and Lessie. The challenge between duty and going against it to do the right thing were well described in the story and I could definitely feel the frustration and dilemma in the choices that had to be made. There were several moments where crucial moments were reached and decisions had to be made - I could understand all of the information and viewpoints including why she decided the way she did. Looking forward to the next book now so I find out what happens next!

#3 Might of the Dragon - 5*
Zara and Lessie are still separated and Zara is stuck in the clutches of Salcombe who keeps her behaving as if she is happy to be there by threatening both her and Lessie. By a combination of Zara's wits and Lessie's determination, she manages to escape only to be charged with treason and jailed before a court-martial.

Wow - loved this instalment of the story. It was amazing to read about Lessie's love and faith in Zara and what she would do into order to protect her. There was a lot of drama, danger and excitement in sections of the story and I loved the way it ended - I wondered it that might happen and now I'm hoping with everything that it works out and becomes a real and permanent thing (no I'm not going to tell you more - you just have to read it lol).

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Review: Nico by Dale Mayer 4 of 5 stars

Nico by Dale Mayer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nico Stratus only recently got back from a Mavericks mission with Miles then suddenly he has been assigned a new one in Australia. It seems prominent activist Charlotte Ankerby has been kidnapped from her hotel room just after she arrived there to speak at a rally and with her brother working deep undercover there are fears that this is related in order to blackmail him - he Nico has been asked with a buddy to try and find her quietly and quickly. For her part, Charlotte never wanted to make the trip in the first places she had decided to concentrate on writing books to get her message across, but she bowed to pressure only to be almost immediately kidnapped. When they find and rescue her it is only the start of what turns out to be an almost forensic examination of her family and her public life in order to identify the kidnapper and stay safe - especially as bodies start to pile up. Nothing makes sense in this mission as Nico is determined to keep Charlotte safe - especially as that takes on a more personal turn. Can they work it all out?

This was a dramatic story as they did everything they could in order to work out who was behind it. I enjoyed the process of working out who was responsible as it meant I could try to work it out too. The dynamic between Nico and Charlotte was really sweet as they worked through the mystery of the kidnapper as well as how her life had changed. Well written it was very enjoyable.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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