Review: Game Player by Elizabeth Knox by K.E. Osborn 4 of 5 stars

Game Player by Elizabeth Knox by K.E. Osborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great value sports-based anthology. Lots of great stories - the one I enjoyed the most was this one -

Push the Limit by KE Osborn -5*
This is about Dan and his competitor's daughter Eden and how things turned out for them on the drag racing circuit. Definitely full of action and also an insight into his childhood which still affects him now. Connects neatly into the Houston Defiance series of books although you don't have to have read any of them to enjoy this story. A great read that I really enjoyed as it fits really well into both the sports and the MC genres of books. Contains just a little sexual content.

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Review: All of Me by K.E. Osborn 5 of 5 stars

All of Me by K.E. Osborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finance executive Aiden O'Connell has recently been exonerated of the recent charges against him but is now a broken man after Jeni broke his heart. After the attack on her by her ex Jason, her mind seems to be altered and she seems unable to see that not all men are the same - so she walked away from him. Finding life so much harder she talks to a friend and it becomes apparent that she has PTSD and now Aiden's father is completely off the rails and out of control. Then an unexpected death changes everything. Whilst life is never meant to be easy, can they both move forward and get on with their lives together now?

OMG - this penultimate instalment in the series certainly had it all. Tortured thoughts and working through them to come out the other side a much better person, bullying and finding the courage to face it and take the power back, unstoppable love that just cannot die and good family and friends that you can always rely on. Well written and easy to read and understand. There were moments when I was definitely annoyed with Jeni (but that is the common feature of this series), but in the end, she came good and sorted herself out - more importantly, she thought about someone other than herself! In all of this about Aiden and Jeni, I feel I need to bring up Sarah and Chris - two vital friends who do everything they can to support and be accepting of anything that happens to their best friends during all of their troubles. I am so glad they had their own HEA and wonder if they will feature more in the final book in the series. Contains explicit sexual content.

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Review: They Lurk by Wesley Thomas 5 of 5 stars

They Lurk by Wesley Thomas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Horror movie-obsessed Jack is 16 years old. He and his older brother Dan live with foster mothers Tracy and Barb. Their small town has fallen prey to monsters and ghouls while a hungry serial killer is also terrorising everyone. It seems as if the two brothers can work out what the problem is and solve it especially as the victims are drained of their vitamin D. Can they get to the bottom of this world that should be limited to books and movies?

I really enjoyed this story as we experienced Jack trying his best to find out and solve the problems in his small town with the reluctant help of big brother Dan. It was great to see them get closer as well as work together when it was necessary. The identity of the serial killer was a surprise and it was great to see how the case was solved by the end of the story. I enjoyed being on the journey with the guys as they worked through the clues as they came. As always the author's writing was exceptional at describing the scenes and the people involved in the story. His writing always makes me feel like I am looking at it myself and experiencing exactly what is happening.

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Review: Protection Detail by Roxanne Witherell 4 of 5 stars

Protection Detail by Roxanne Witherell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Honeybadger shifter Heather Rockfell has anger issues and is, therefore, a liability to the Federal Paranormal Unit. Her punishment is a suspension and is forced to take anger management classes. Not one to sit around and do nothing, while out having dinner with her twin brother, something happens that will change her life forever. Human Shelby Master is determined to do what is best for his son and that means he has to keep him away from those who want to take him away. He also needs someone who understands what it means to be a shifter to help his son cope with life in general. Someone wants Shelby dead and so maybe with the help and protection of the beautiful Heather, he will have the answers soon enough. Heather is now on security detail, guarding both Shelby and his son while trying to find out who is after him and why. Things heat up and danger is getting closer. Can they both survive?

I really enjoyed this story as it showed that even the most aggressive member of the FPU team has a softer side that applies to those she loves and cares for. I loved the twists in the story and the fact that even though he was human Shelby was determined to not be soft and be just as prepared to defend those who he loved. Well written and easy to read and understand. Contains explicit sexual content.

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Review: Snap, Crackle ... by Dale Mayer 5 of 5 stars

Snap, Crackle ... by Dale Mayer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hunter's first encounter with Bethany reveals an injured, exhausted and possibly dangerous psychic on the run from a gunman in the woods who is uncooperative, barely civil and keeps everyone at arm's length. However, she badly needs help and he is available to provide that help. As a hunter, it is time for him to turn things around for her so she is no longer hunted plus he can champion the underdog in the form of a very beautiful woman who he seems unwilling to let out of his sight. Not only is she being hunted, but they seem to want her back again as a captive to do their bidding, plus they enlisted another of their group to help with that hunt - her ex-best friend Lizzy. They want, no need, her to remember who she really is … With Hunter at her side, Bethany fights for survival, racing toward an explosive reveal that leaves them all gasping, as their world turns upside down.

OMG - I have so missed this series and this dramatic book showed me exactly why. It was all about evilness, experimentation, physic skills, compassion, friendship and love. I loved the way that Hunter stuck to Bethany and helped and supported her through everything as they also slowly started in small stages to trust each other. I loved the way the story developed and the twists and turns as they navigated the situation as it were at that time. As for the series of twists at the end - I certainly did not see some of those coming up! Well written and easy to read, feel and understand.

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FEATURED NEW RELEASE - Hot in Witch City by Lisa Carlisle

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A wolf shifter thinks I'm his mate.

Not going to happen. 

I'm half-siren and all single. No way am I giving up my freedom for some delusional furball.

Even if he's kind of cute. And considerate. And has warm eyes.

Besides, I have enough going on with running my retro rock club. And when an unexpected relative shows up there one night, it shakes me to the core.

The last thing I need is to add another complication to my life, especially something as mundane as monogamy.

Fans of New Girl and What We Do in the Shadows will love the quirky roommates and awkward romantic pursuit in the Salem Supernaturals series. Escape into paranormal chick-lit with romance, comedy, and mystery!

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Review: Ribbed for her Pleasure by Miranda Martin 3 of 5 stars

Ribbed for her Pleasure by Miranda Martin
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Jenna is a professional YouTuber and gaming addict when she sees something called the celestial mates app challenge she decides to have a go for a laugh and see what rubbish it comes out with as it will be all fictional like the tv, films and games that she likes. However, what started out as a joke changes as soon as she downloads the app and completes the questionnaire she is whisked away from her life and cat and is stuck on an inhospitable alien planet. Biast is a seven-foot-tall Zmaj complete with his wings and tail. His friends have all found their treasures (mates) but he is still alone. A meddling cherub strands him on a strange planet with an exotic and sexy human female who is soft and curvy in all the right places. Can something as outrageous as time travelling, intergalactic matchmaking really bring two totally different species together?

This was a sweet story as to how a mysterious character was able to bet a human and a Zmaj together as mates and through trial and error push them to realise that it was impossible to ignore the connection between them. Some parts were a little odd but as it was meant to be amusing in places I let that slide. Easy to read and understand. Contains some explicit sexual content.

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