Perfection on every page.

The elements of the mystery/suspense plot, the romance and strong character development are all perfectly balanced in this well written novel. I was fully invested from the very first page and fell into the intrigue, gasping were necessary and having “oh” moments. The pacing was on point and made this a definite page turner for me.
Also really appreciated that Nova and Mercy are two mature aged (in their forties) single Dads each raising a teenager and how the portrayal of their lives was so realistic. Their attraction is undeniable and they slow burn their way to more steamy moments but their journey is not just about that. There’s the realism of starting a romance with two teens to take into account.
So after some drama, suspense, some feels and a well earned HEA, I was left with a very full and happy heart for Nova and Mercy at the end.

The magic and mayhem continues.

This is book 2 in the Hidden Species series and Louisa Masters continues on with the wonderful world building, strong complex characters and a smooth plot line that flows along at an engaging pace. Her story telling ability comes to the fore in this urban fantasy series which just ticks all my boxes.

The overall story arc continues and this time Andrew and Noah are centre stage and what a combustible pair they are. The snarky, tough, no nonsense “puny” human Noah gets very exasperated with the centuries old vampire Andrew who takes great joy in pushing the team members buttons and acting like an immature 5 year old at times. There is never any malice to their shenanigans but it does provide for many laugh out loud moments.

Slowly but surely their mutual attraction develops leading to some steamy moments and a well deserved HEA, but only after the addition of some new, unexpected protagonists who team up with an old foe to cause a bit of a mayhem.

I found this to be a wonderful, enjoyable read that had me hooked from the start and I can’t wait for more.

Emilio has a crush on his older costar Michael and sparks ignite whenever Emilio flirts with him, although Emilio believes it’s all unrequited. A passionate kiss states otherwise but they agree to remain friends only.

So begins a very enjoyable and engaging story of two wonderful characters with sizzling chemistry that desperately try to stay in the friend zone but can’t. There’s flirting, the occasional hot kiss, more flirting and even cute “finger flirting” at the cinema. When they finally get their act together it’s steamy, lots of steamy!

The plot revolves around the set of a successful TV show and it’s one of the behind the scenes characters that attempts to derail their HEA to no avail.

I found this to be an engaging read with a dash of angst, a drop of drama and very likeable main characters. I’m looking forward to the next in the series as some of the interesting side characters are just waiting for their stories to be told.

4.5 stars. Declan comes to Aster Valley to escape LA and the Hollywood egos whilst Finn comes to Aster Valley from LA to discover who he truly wants to be.
These two wonderful characters couldn’t have had a worst first meeting, it’s definitely not a meet cute, Declan’s preconceived notions of Hollywood actors does not lead to a good first impression of Finn or his friend Kix.
Declan rather quickly does feel a connection towards Finn but tries his best to ignore it.
Finn struggles to find his place in the world, feels lonely and vulnerable, but with Declan by his side he discovers and embraces his true self.
After a dash of angst, some humour and some drama, they finagle their way to their HEA.
The story telling ability of this author once again had me immersed in a perfectly paced romance with a fantastic cast of main and secondary characters who kept me fully engaged and turning the pages. It’s the perfect blend of humour, romance, dramatic moments, steamy moments and side characters that keep things interesting.

Kelly Fox really knows how to put a well crafted book together.
Fantastic layered main characters complimented by interesting side characters, perfect pacing to keep you turning the pages, humour, heat and lots of feels - happy tears, sad tears, laughing hard tears.
Add in some drama, action, angsty bits, bad guys doing bad things, good guys getting even with said bad guys and you have a wonderful start to the Guardians series.
Rafi is an adorable nerd with very poor fashion choices, who’s grieving for his late husband and his friend Everett is the tattooed silver fox with a huge heart, who just so happens to kill bad people.
Their chemistry is undeniable but they take some time before jumping from friends to lovers. Nothing stops them when they make that jump and the heat level turns all the way up to sizzling. Of course they need to overcome some obstacles but do find their way to a HEA.
I loved every moment of this read and can’t wait for more in the series. Highly recommended 5 star read.

3.5 stars. Prequel to new series. Ghost story is left unfinished but MC’s get together and other characters are introduced.

Psychics don’t always see it all.

This time around Ronan, Kevin and Jude - the West Side Detectives - have their first case and it’s assisting the Salem PD with the murder of local psychics.
So begins a well written, perfectly paced mystery that includes the West Side Magick team assisting as the drama unfolds and eventually leaves Tennyson in the crosshairs of the murderer.
There’s a couple of twists and turns along the way and some wonderful cameos from the other side at the end.
I found this to be a very enjoyable and engaging low heat read with lots of love among the wonderful found family of characters.

Rating : 4.5 stars.


I have been looking forward to Asher’s story and was not disappointed.

What you see is not what you get with Asher. Circumstances lead Kole to being the Equipment Manager for the team. Kole, who dislikes hockey, no longer plays hockey but his Dad is the Hockey Coach, who is able to see the real Asher from the very start.

Asher comes across as an angry, closed off, fighting the world, self destructive jock when in reality he is really hurting and hasn’t come to terms with the grief of losing his father and stepmother. Kole is his safe place where he can be the sweet and kind man he is and not think about the person he should be. Kole encourages him to embrace who he is and as a result not only them but the hockey team benefit.

Along the way to their HEA is witty banter, sizzling chemistry, lots of steam, and lots of siblings requiring attention. Not to mention those away games where sharing a room gives them lots of time together.

This is a well crafted book and I loved the development of Asher’s character. It is a low angst, enjoyable and engaging read that left me smiling and feeling happy. The tiny glimpse of the next in the series leaves me waiting for more.