ARC received for an honest review

Le sigh... we have come to the end of the Prime Time series, and I is a sad panda

ARC received for an honest review

I adored Ms Blaine's first book, Flash Point, so the chance to read Licked - no brainer.

Licked is such a different kind of story than Flash Point - but still amazing.

Love triangles, sexy construction workers, naughty-themed ice cream sundaes - what's not to love?

I know the "triangle" thing puts some people off, but it is not reaaally a love triangle per se. There is no cheating at all.

Ryleigh is my kind of woman. She is not your cookie cutter heroine. She is vintage. Classic.

Cameron is the guy she has crushed on since high school. He is perfect to her in every way.

Hunter is his best friend, sexy as sin - and the one she wants. And OMG, swoon!

This is a battle between Ryleigh's head and heart.

Licked is a sweet, sassy romance. There are some hilarious laugh out loud moments, as well as a couple of times where I may have sniffled (I wasn't crying, it's allergies!!)

It feels like paying homage to those classic 80's movies, had a John Hughes/Molly Ringwald oeuvre feel about it.

And any book that gives a shout out to Romy and Michelle's High School Reunion is a winner in my eyes!

So Ms Blaine, take a bow and wait for the slow clap to start, because you are on a winner with Licked.

I've said it before and I'll say it again.

Watson is my patronus... "fluffy" and loves treats.

Another murder in Estes - note don't visit there lol - has Fred and Watson on the case.

I like the way Officer Green and Fred are now working together. I adore Fred and Leo's relationship.

I had an idea who the killer was this time but was still unsure till it was released.

Bring on the next installment.

I came across this story when i was looking for a new cozy mystery series. I don't do much paranormal however i enjoyed our Casper in this one. Fun narration (though a couple of times I thought she sounded like Jane from Daria (And now I am showing my age). I liked our snarky leading lady Mitzy and the spark between her and the Sheriff. I look forward to more of this series

ARC received from publisher via Netgalley for an honest review

I am new to the writing of Robert Bryndza, Nine Elms being the only other book by this author that I have read so far.

And now I am kicking myself for what I have been missing.

This is the second book in the Kate Marshall series,and whilst it could be read as a stand alone (we are given back story), you won't want to miss Nine Elms.



Kate Marshall is a strong protaganist. She is protective, she is complicated, and so is her life.

When the ex-police officer and her son stumble across a body, the stage is set for another enthralling chase. She is tenacious, not letting it go when her spidey senses feel that the investigators get it wrong.

Corruption and money are all in play in this twisted tale. Just when you think you know what is going on and who is the bad guys, we are thrown a curve ball and left scratching our heads again. I had an idea of the who but no idea of the why or what for.

What I really liked the most is the relationship between Kate and Tristan - a Watson and Holmes of sorts. I like the direction they are going as this story comes to its conclusion, and look forward to where Bryndza takes them in future stories.

Now I am impatiently awaiting more... I guess I should go check out more of his series whilst I am waiting.

DNF at 31%

This is a case of its me not the book. I am finding myself distracted and completely disengaged from the story and the characters.

And I just want to shake sense into Rae soooo badly

I will try this one again another day

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I missed this book when it was in the anthology last year, so it was great to get it and read it now.

And I have to say.... this misunderstanding slash hookup is hot and sweet and also tender and full ov love.

Grant and Easton are