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 Game On by Gabra ZackmanMy rating: 4 of 5 stars ARC provided by publisher in exchange of honest review I thought this book was a fun book to get lost in the craziness and antics of the undercover and criminal world. Ms. Zackman's writing was light, fun and entertaining. I will definitely be keeping my eye out on future works of Gabra Zackman.  View all my reviews
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 Until July by Aurora Rose ReynoldsMy rating: 4 of 5 stars Reviewed by: Michelle ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review   Until July had characters that I found refreshing. July was a strong, sassy and funny heroine. And I was immediately drawn to her personality. And as for Wes, can we say swoon worthy. He was indeed the strong alpha male that I loved. He was the type of guy who wasn't looking for love but when he meets July, everything changes. It was boom and he knows she's the one. If you are fan of the Until series, Ms. Reynolds will have you hooked once again. What I love about reading Ms. Reynold's books is that you can easily lose track of time and get lost in her books. So if you are looking for a fun and sexy read, then I highly suggest you go read Until July and meet the Mayson family. Aurora Rose Reynolds  View all my reviews  Only Trick by Jewel E. AnnMy rating: 4 of 5 stars Reviewed by: Michelle ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review Ms. Ann did an amazing job in writing a story that had characters that I loved instantly. She was able to showcase the strong relationship of Trick and Darby in a way that flowed easily into the story line. In this beautiful well written book, Ms. Ann showed readers two people from opposite sides of the tracks forming a strong relationship. Two people whose paths were to never meant to cross but they did. I really don't want to say much about the book since Trick and Darby's relations was one of those reads that you must experienced as the twists begins to unfold and unraveled. This book was sweet, sexy, and fun. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and the emotional journey and connection it took me on. This was my first read by this author and I look forward to reading future works of this author.  View all my reviews buy link Interim by S. WaldenMy rating: 5 of 5 stars REVIEWED BY: MICHELLE ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review  First and foremost, I want to say a BIG THANK YOU to S.Walden for writing this heart wrenching, emotional, eye-opening, thought provoking, and all-consuming book. What I truly love about S.Walden is that she writes and tells stories that she is truly passionate about. And in her newest release, INTERIM, you could really see the passion behind this book. There is no ifs, ands, or buts about it, S. Walden is one of those authors, who is truly a gifted and brilliant storyteller.  INTERIM is one of those rare books that makes you see both sides of the spectrum of bullying, high school, life, popularity, and love. This book is not just S. Walden's story, but this is a book for everyone to read. It is a book that will consume you, leave you feeling raw, emotional, vulnerable, and inspires HOPE. This book may have been the story of Jeremy Stahl and Regan Walters, but in my opinion I think this is the story for every Jeremy, Regan, Casey, Hannah, Brandon and Ethan's of the world. It is a story where every character mattered. No one is overlooked. No one is the main or secondary character because when you finish reading this book, you will understand that is the story for anyone. "I am BROKEN because of them!"  If you are expecting first love romance, hearts and flowers, or the typical high school romance, then I will tell you then this is not the book. INTERIM is a raw, real and eye-opening perspective of Jeremy and Regan's personal and high school life. This is not the story of the bad boy getting the girl of his dreams. Nope. Interim is an all-consuming gripping tale of broken, flawed, emotional, and raw characters. It is about realizing bullying does exist whether we like to acknowledge it or not. Bullying does not only exist in classrooms but it can also be found in our adult life. Our actions and words has the POWER to hurt and destroy. And so S.Walden hits her readers with a book that will leave you feeling so RAW and EXPOSED. It will make you see all the facets of the lives of the bullied, the unwanted, the bully, the popular kids, and the ones that tries to blend and fit in.  "It doesn't matter what she does. She could do anything. Be anyone. Hurt my feelings over and over. Say the sweetest things. Make me cry. Make me laugh. Tear me to pieces. Build me back up. Take everything away from me, and give it back. Play games. Be Real. She could do it all, and I would still love her. I would still want her. Because broken people don't know when enough is enough." In all honesty, I was really nervous and apprehensive about reading this book because it dealt with a sensitive and touchy subject of bullying and school shootings. As readers, we love to read because it is our form of escape of real life. But I'm so glad that S. Walden wrote this book. I applaud her for taking a chance on this book and giving this book LIFE. Yes, this BOOK was one of those rare books that I can say PERFECTION. The story of Jeremy and Regan gripped me from the opening pages because if we really dissected this book, it showcases that everyone is flawed and makes mistake. No is PERFECT. Not the popular cheerleader. Not the high school football star. Not the class clown. Not the outcast. Not the valedictorian. Each and everyone of us has a story and secrets. We are all vulnerable to love, hatred, anger, jealousy, and revenge. And what Interim reminds us all, is that we are all human and we make choices. These choices can affect the present and future. But they are our choice whether it be be good or bad. "Now, I love you because I know you. I love you because I believe in all your goodness. I love you because of the way you make me feel. I love you because I want to." She smiled. "And I love you because I'm helpless not to." As for the writing, I will say it again. BRILLIANT. The writing is so powerful and raw that I felt every range of emotions seeping off the pages. I felt for the pain, sadness, anger,loneliness,and confusion for Jeremy, Regan, Hannah, Casey, and Brandon. What can I say but go read this book. It is one of those rare books where I was left saying WOW. This book took me on an emotional roller coaster but I will 100% say, I am glad that I read this book because I loved everything about this book and the messages it reminds us all. LOVE heals. HOPE and SECOND CHANCES do exist. And lastly, we are all different. We must learn to not be afraid to be different and weird. The only thing ugly in this world are those who doesn't see the beauty of the different.  So to quote from one of my favorite 80's movie, "Despite my appearance at this function, I remain now, and will always be a DUCKMAN." ~Duckie (Sixteen Candles) So to all those people who finds themselves in the INTERIM, please remember you are not alone and embrace your individuality. And I will end this review with one more last quote from another 80's movie classic, "We're all bizarre, some of us are just better at hiding it that's all." ~Andy (The Breakfast Club)  View all my reviews BUY LINK Invincible by J.L. BeckMy rating: 4 of 5 stars Reviewed by: Neilliza *A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.* Since Devon and Tegan were kids, they were drawn to each other. Devon made it his life's goal to be a protector for Tegan, that he would do anything for her to make sure she always stayed safe. They were in love and they dreamt of the future they could have together. Everything was great, until that one day Devon decided to leave Tegan, thinking it was for the best. He never felt worthy of her, he thought if he left, he could keep her safe from guys like him. He thought she deserved better and him leaving gives her a chance to find someone worthy of her. A few years of life passes, Devon finds himself on Tegan’s doorstep. He didn’t know why she was there, he though she would move on to bigger things. But there she was as beautiful as she had always been and as always he felt the pull, he didn’t know how much longer he could keep away from her. Will this be there second chance? Or will Tegan tell him to f**k off because she can’t handle another heartbreak?  With danger just lurking around, their future has to be put on hold yet again. How much can they take, before completely giving up on ever being happy. Read and find out. This story is entertaining and full of action, but it still doesn’t live up to the great story that is Zero and Bree. As much as I enjoyed this book, I was really searching for that heat that I got used to reading Bree and Zero’s story. But not bad, very wildly entertaining. Thx for sharing. View all my reviews buy links |
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