This is a year I am happy to see end.  A move that did not go well, a back injury that was slow to heal and then the VIRUS.  I have been very isolated and see more to come.  At least the vaccine is in the pipeline so hope is in the air.  Thanks to all who have followed me.  You may have noticed that everything happening affected my reading.  Not as many books and most of what I did read was novella length.  Hope to do better in the coming year.

New Danger

Jamokan: A Badari Warriors SciFi Romance Novel by Veronica Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another Alpha bites the dust. Jamokan needs to change his thinking and who better to do that than a woman from Earth. Finding a mate is not easy and this journey is no different. There are things outside the norm as the two are first thrown together and then on the run. Loved how Rosemari Parcher used her time with humans and Badari to see things that need to be changed. Great addition to the story. The Khagrish have come new twists up their sleeves. They are becoming even more of a problem as the story arc progresses.

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Trilogy's End

The Queen's Triumph by Jessie Mihalik
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


A good ending to this trilogy. Samara. and Valentine finally get to their HEA but not before one other character has to bite the dust. A lot of tension and danger as the two work together to end the threat. Also a lot of romance. Loved the ending.

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Don't Bother

Earth Alone by Daniel Arenson
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

This is so redundant I started just skimming. Nothing to make me want to read further. At least I did not pay to read anything this bad.

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Light Hearted

Bailed Out by Rebecca Zanetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love Anna Albertini and everything she gets into. While there is a murder and a mystery this is at heart a light hearted series. There is one scene I dare anyone to read without dissolving into laughs. Great second book in series. Oh! While I love Anna I also adore Aiden.

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Fun Read

The Troubleshooter by Anna Hackett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gia and Saxon have a history. They are oil and water - they just do not mix. The a old friend gets Gia in danger and it seems they can mix. Saxon will not let anything happen to Gia but she is able to take care of herself. Familiar trop but fun to read. Thh two are great characters.

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Much Lighter

Archangel's Sun by Nalini Singh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

a nice change pace for the series. There are still thing that have to be hunted down and destroyed but the whole feeling of the book is much lighter. Titus is a fun character and Hummingbird is more than his match. There are some funny moments as the two interact. Of course they face danger as well. I loved both characters. they fit the story and the arc of the plot.

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Fun

As You Desire by Connie Brockway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fun read. This was a recommendation by another author. She said it was a fun reread. It is also a fun first read. The characters are somewhat typed but they fit the story. Egypt is the big star in the book.

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Great Addition

Emerald Blaze by Ilona Andrews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Issues get resolved at least some do. Again there is danger and the fight t0 stop it. In the end personal relationships get straighten out and while some things are stopped some people escape for future stories. Fun series.

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Number 11

<Ten Days with a Duke by Erica Ridley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who is the Duke this time? Does not take long to meet him and to see who someone might be afraid. Love the feud and how it is solved. Great main characters, interesting side characters and a fun plot.

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Who Wants Revenge

Love Is Blind by Lynsay Sands
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Two characters each with a secret. One cannot see and one does not want to be seen. What a great match. It is fun to watch the two meet and fall in love. Of course neither will admit it until something happens that changes their mind. There is romance but also tension as one of the two is in a lot of danger and it takes time to find the person responsible.

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Fun But Different Family

The Duke Heist by Erica Ridley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fun new group to follow. The Wild Wynchesters are a very unusual family. When a Duke has something that belongs to them they plan a heist. Of course parts of it go wrong and someone gets their heart broken then replied. A really fun group of characters with a lot of chances for future stories.

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Big Problem

Falcon by Susan Grant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dee and Falcon are Sky Mates but there is a problem with the pairing. She is afraid to fly and Sky Mates have to work together to fly a special ship. Of course there is a solution but it is fun to watch as they work toward their HEA. A fun read the is just right for today.

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A Sweet Story

The Christmas Bride by Anne Gracie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fun story that is quick and easy to read. A spin off from the chance sisters this features one of the men from previous books. Of course he has a problem and it has to be solved. Charlotte Underwood is a new problem and she is part of the solution. Great characters - a chance to reconnect with the Chance Sisters and a sweet Christmas romance.

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Nw Series

Wrong Alibi by Christina Dodd
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Interesting take on murder and misdirection. Look for some very unexpected twists as the plot unfolds. Loved the Prequal and would have liked to see more of the sheriff and deputy in the first book. Still a very hard to put down book.

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Love Rico

Deception by Nina Croft
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Milo Velazquez has been sent on a mission by his uncle. That is Rico, his kind of uncle. Yes that is the Rico from Dark Desires. He is now a character in Dark Desires Origins and while a side character he is still the one the plot hangs on. Milo is front and center is Deception. He needs to find out about the leader on a neighboring planet and as he looks he meets and bonds with Destiny. She has a role to play but does not know what it is. We of course know it is not something good. Great story, wonderful characters, and hard to put down plot line.

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For The Long Term Fans of Series

Trader's Leap by Sharon Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shan yos'Galan has a charge. Getting it done is going to be difficult as he is not up to par after being almost killed in the previous book. Now he and crew are looking for a new trade route and danger is just around the corner. Great addition. Fills some holes in the story arc. Not for the first time reader. Start at the beginning not here.

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Right Motive by Christina Dodd

Right Motive by Christina Dodd
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What happens in Alaska stays in Alaska. This is a fun. quick read. A prequel to the first book in a new series it hits just the right tone for today. Some really good laughs in a time we all need them.

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Psy by Cara Bristol

Psy by Cara Bristol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cassie Steward has learned to live with her inability to speak but when she meets a Psy she realizes how much she misses by not being able to talk. More than love and meeting a mate happen when the two get together. There is a very dark secret behind he lack of speech. It is a different journey that the two the to get to their HEA.


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Faithless in Death

Faithless in Death by J.D. Robb
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Eve is into something much bigger than she expected. When a woman is killed she has a suspect but that leads to a cult. Watch for echoes from the past, this time Eve's. Interesting take on cults and what they do. Nice addition to the series.

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Good Series to Follow

See Her Die by Melinda Leigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bree Taggert has her hands full. Her sister's two children, her new job and now a crime that may not be real. The plot is well planned. I loved how Bree handles her problems. Look for a love interest and to see the sisters from the previous series become aside characters in. See Her Die. A good new series to follow.

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More To come

The Legacy of Tomorrow by Audrey Sharpe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We learn a lot more about Aurora in book 4. There is additional world building, character development and characters we see for the first time. The plot brings everyone together as the book ends. Nothing is solved but much is revealed. Now all I need is the next book in the series. Keep writing Audrey.

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A Different Dive

Thieves by Kristine Kathryn Rusch
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved seeing Boss again. She is off on a dive that is not like any before. What she does not know is that she has tripped a alarm and it will have consequences. Off course those are not realized by the end of the book. Now I need the next book but think I will probably have to wait. This was a Kickstarter project. I am ready to support one for the next book.

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Another Rogue Bites the Dust

When a Rogue Meets His Match by Elizabeth Hoyt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gideon Hawthorne is the rogue and Messalina Greycourt is his match. Look for a lot of tension, some surprising reveals and how two change their minds and hearts. While Gideon and Messalina find their HEA the real rogue or villain is still out there. They may have gotten away but there are more Greycourt's left to find danger, tension and finally romance.

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Two For Price of One

Christmas at Holiday House by RaeAnne Thayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You get two for the price of one in this Christmas novel. Holiday House is the star of this followed by a charming 5 year old named Chris. Add to the mix are a brother and sister who think they cannon fall in love. What a surprise when both are proved wrong. It does take a while for all of this to happen. Look for a nice present read. Great for the Hollidays when we are stuck at home.

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New Series

Hawk by Susan Grant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fun read. I liked the tie in from Susan's previous series. It was nice to know the background between Earth and the Sky Mates. Hawk is a very interesting character. Thinks he does not have a mate so of course he is happy when he finds one. Then something really bad happens. Read to find out the outcome of his mating. Hints about other characters are scattered in the story.

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Don't Look Away

Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A interesting look at South Africa. Filled with different moments in Trevor's life this is a look into life in South Africa that we in the US do not often see. I loved Trevor's Mother and how she raised him to be different and very strong. This is for a book club and I foresee a lot of discussion.

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New Series

In the Black by Patrick S. Tomlinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has that edge that Tomlinson is so good at writing. Two ships with the same problem, some one has set them up. It takes a Captain that takes risks to change the outcome. Great plot with many surprises. This is just the first in the series. It quits when all the main characters are in the same place. Love the series and waiting for the next book.

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More About the Past.

Shadows in Death by J.D. Robb
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A past Roarke would rather forget arrives Eve's crime scene and a whole new danger unravels. Both Eve and Roarke find that they have friends who will stand with them through thick and thin, A really riveting story line that goes from the present in New York to the past in Ireland. Good addition to the series.

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Compromise Is The Way

One Night with a Duke by Erica Ridley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jonathan MacLean never returns to a town and this time is no exception. Then he meets the love of his life and he has to learn a new lesson. So does Angelia, the other half of the love of his life. What both have to learn is compromise. That is what leads to a great HEA.

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Back Again

Pets in Space 5 by S.E. Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back again with stories from my favorite authors and an introduction to some new authors. Those will probably become favorites too. I love the mix and the different pets. My cat is jealous as she is not featured in any story. Pick this up and remember that money goes to a very good charity.

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Prequel

My Last Duchess by Eloisa James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hugo does not want another wife. He loved the first and has divorced the second. However he does have 8 chidden so off he goes to the marriage mart where he takes one look at Ophelia and falls in love. Of course it is not immediately returned. Ophelia has a good live and plans to live with her young daughter enjoying their live together. It was fun watching how everything came together and they both get a HEA. A nice prequel to the Wildes of Lindow Castle.

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Good To Visit Again

Return to Virgin River by Robyn Carr
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It has been a long time since I was in Virgin River and I wondered if I would recognize it. It has not changed that much. Two new characters appear and most of the ones from the series. Jack's is still the center of the town and Mel is right there with him. Like many who come to Virgin River Kaylee Sloan is a little lost and is looking to pull out of her grief after her Mother died on Christmas Day. She find more than she expected. There is a lot of visiting and a slow romance. A cute kitten, puppies and two great dogs to add to the mix. A nice story about overcoming grief and finding some unexpected surprises.

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New Cause

Silver Creek Fire by Lindsay McKenna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lea and Logan kick off a new series by Lindsay McKenna. Once again McKenna has cause  to push. This time it is fracking and if you did not know anything about it before you read the story you will have knowledge as you finish. Vets are part of the story but more as a side issue this time. This is a slow burning romance as Lea has some issues from her past that have kept her fearful. Logan is just the one to bring her out of her shell and into the light. Nice setting. I think if we could find that valley we would all move there.

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Christmas Magic

A California Christmas by Brenda Novak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Emery Bliss is at a low point in her life when she returns to Silver Springs. Then she reconnect with Dallas and the world changes for her. Also for him but not without some major league readjustments to his thinking. Great to the boys of Silver Springs as they all return for their Mothers wedding. Great story with some surprises scattered throughout story. Christmas does it magic for the characters.

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Another difficult Mystery

Murder on Cold Street by Sherry Thomas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Charlotte Holmes is off on a new case and it is both interesting and difficult. Lord Ingram is both a help and a distraction. As they work to prove that Inspector Treadles is innocent of the murder he is accused of they have to work with Mrs. Treadles and have to involve several others as they search for the truth. Another great mystery with wonderful characters. Love the interaction between Charlotte and Lord Ingram. I will be looking for more to come between the two.

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New Series

The Investigator by Anna Hackett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The premise is familiar. A group of men - all ex-military- all were part of a elite group and all start out single. Add a female who is independent but needs help when danger threatens her. Up steps one of the really hot men and romance rears it head. This time the danger comes from a stolen painting and a ex who is in debt to the Russian Mafia. Look for a wild ride as new dangers keep appearing. A hard to put down story that is fast and easy to read.

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New Series

Cross Her Heart by Melinda Leigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bree Taggert has a history and now it seems to be repeating itself. Her baby sister is dead and it looks like her husband shot and killed her but some do not believe that is the case. Bree partners with Matt a friend of Kevins and Matt thinks he is innocent. Look for disappearing characters, danger, tension and a well planned plot. A great start to a new series. Book two is already out.

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Christmas Romance

The Cowboy Who Saved Christmas by Jodi Thomas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Three feel good stories that center around Christmas. Jodi Thomas; Sharla Lovelace; Scarlett Dunn each take a different slant on having their characters get to their HEA's and each is fun to read. I loved Thomas's story with the young girls who really take over the tale. It was my favorite but I liked them all. A nice set of stories to read while having to stay at home.

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Comissario Guido Brunetti

Trace Elements by Donna Leon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

They killed him. It was bad money. When a dying woman tell this to Comissario Guido Brunetti it starts him on a search for the truth. Who was killed. Why was the money bad. Again this Donna Leon has written a slow moving and hard to put down mystery. I love seeing Venice through her eyes and know I would be disappointed if I went today. Too many tourist changing the feeling of the city. The crimes Brunetti investigates are interesting and keep the story line fresh. A great series and easy to read while having to stay away from others.

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Low Key Romance

A Duke, the Lady, and a Baby by Vanessa Riley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There is a lot of history in this story the Lady lost her baby after her husband died. One man tries to keep her away another saves her. In between there is tension, danger and romance. A very low key romance that happens over time. If you like clean romances with interesting plots this is for you.

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Really, Ten Things

Ten Things I Hate About the Duke by Loretta Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cassandra really dislikes the Duke and with good reason. They have a history with a big misunderstanding from years ago. Then they reconnect and the Duke has a change of heart. It is Cassandra who resists the pull between the two. A unreadable Father, a wonderful sister and a dangerous emend all make an exciting read. Look of numerous surprises as the plot unfolds.

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Not an Angel

Wingman by Cara Bristol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delia and her daughter are not looking for a man to come into their lives but that is just what happens. There is danger and tension as Wingman first rescues Delia's daughter and then becomes important in their lives. Once again one of the alien castaways meets and claims their mate. Just the right amount of danger, romance and tension.

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Mystery and Romance All in One Package

Who Wants to Marry a Duke by Sabrina Jeffries
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Two great characters are featured in this third book in the Duke Dynasty series. Miss Olivia Norley and Marlowe Drake have a past history when they once again cross paths. Filled with misunderstandings and in Drake's case a secret the romance is off to a very rocky start. In fact it is a stand still. Even so when danger rears it ugly head the two have to work together and a romance gets a fresh start, Good mystery worked into the story line. Look for more about that in future books.

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All the Great Elements

Happily This Christmas: A Novel by Susan Mallery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wynn and Garrick have been neighbors for a long time with just passing hello's between the two. That changes when Garrick's daughter come to stay. Lots of drama, some humor, great main and side characters, and of course a romance. Add a wedding to the mix and Garrick really messing up and you have a great book. Loved seeing the previous characters as well.

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Just Quits

Fearless by Allen Stroud
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I hope this is a series as the book just ends without much of a resolution. I liked the beginning but found too many info dumps as the story progressed. It slowed the action down and while it provided some information it left the main point of the story up in the air. I will check out the next book as I want to know if the main point is still to be addressed.
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Keeps Getting Better and Better

City of Schemes by Victoria Thompson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Counterfeit Lady just keeps getting better and better. Elizabeth Miles is at it again - using her talents to help friends and destroy enemies. Of course sometimes it is just people who are not very nice she puts in their place. There are so many con's in this story it is hard to follow who is doing what to whom. Loved the plot and it gave me a few laughs out loud moments. Something much needed to day.

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Work Is Not Everything

A Heartfelt Christmas Promise: A Novel by Nancy Naigle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When work is all you think about something must be missing. Vanessa Larkin only had work until an unexpected project took her to a small North Carolina town. Work changed, people became more important, family came to share Christmas and Vanessa found that there were more important things than work. Great clean romance with very interesting characters and a great plot.

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NIce Fit

Dawn with a Duke by Erica Ridley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cute story with two people with who have interesting talents that mesh when they meet. The trouble comes when one pretends to be someone she is not. Wonderful chemistry with a well developed plot. Look for attraction and romance and finally a very nice HEA. A hard to put down story.

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Another New Series

Ink & Sigil by Kevin Hearne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great new series by Kevin Hearne. Set after the time line in The Iron Druid and in the same world this takes a very different track. The main character is human and one of five sigil makers. He has wide duties and it is when he is working on one of those that something comes into his life. Great characters, interesting plot, and tension by the bucket loads. In addition there are some very good laughs. One thing is settled but much remains. I will definitely pick up the next book when it comes out.

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Many Laughs

Disorderly Conduct by Rebecca Zanetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Anna Albertini is a very different main character from most of Rebecca Zanetti characters and she really hits the spot for today. The book is full of humor and has many laugh out loud moments as Anna works her way into danger. Added to the danger are three very different but sexy men who try to control Anna. Love all of them and get a big kick as their efforts go astray. Great light hearted story that is the first in a new series. I will be looking for the next book.

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