Five Secrets by J. David Core

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RATING: 4 STARS

This is the fifth book in the Lupa Schwartz mystery series, which can be read as standalones. This particular one surrounds Cattleya as she's recovering from an accident that was basely caused by some disturbing secret societal issues. Cattleya got too close to one of the Five Seekers that are looking for the truth of the world's power and money. The Seekers get close to the truth which leads them on a search for more information, searching for clues amongst history, within maps, diagrams and conspiracy theories, all the while, Cattleya is acting as a double agent.

Core has built a secret society that is believable, a story that drove my need to keep moving forward, to find the truth, trying desperately to link all this information in my head. And of course, Lupa Schwartz is the detective on the outside trying to get as much information as he can to bring everything to its righteous end.

This was a good book. I wasn't able to put it down until I had gotten to the end in the wee hours of the morning. If you like some suspense with a good dose of conspiracy, pick this one up.

Keri

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Our Moon by Jennifer L. Allen

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RATING: 4 STARS

I love rock stars, and I love sweet love stories. When I had the chance to read a book that combined the two without the super-smut story along with it? I had to read it. And I am so glad that I did.

This book is written in multiple POVs, which provide an intriguing and engaging read as we watch Ally suffer from amnesia, and recover from the accident that brought this on. She is guided by her brothers, Alex and Trevor, and the relationships between the three were spot-on and very realistic. It isn't long before Ally starts to feel herself pulled toward a band mate of her brothers'- Chase. What can we say as hopeless romantics? Sometimes the soul just knows, even if your head can't remember why.

I strongly recommend picking up this book. It lured me in, kept me going and the feelngs I had while I read were just perfect. Jennifer L. Allen has provided an amazing read that is fit for any age, and I will probably tell my Mom she needs to read it. Now.

Keri

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Gods of Anthem by Logan Keys

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RATING: 5 STARS

Where does one start with this review, honestly? Logan Keys gave us a YA dystopian/post-apocalyptic novel that was unlike anything I've ever read. Literally within seconds of finishing, I had to e-mail Logan and said "Holy hell in a hand basket. that was AMAZING!" If I could rate it 6 stars, I would. It left me with a deep book hangover, completely unable to read for a few days afterward.

Logan has expertly woven numerous elements into one grisly, heart-wrenching story. Romance, mythical beings, an island for the sick and a shady government provided us a plot with so many twists and turns there was no way to guess what would be coming next.

This story is given to us from two points of view, one is Liza, and the other is Tommy. Liza was a patient on the island for the sick and dying. Tommy is being used as a secret weapon for the government. There are so many secondary characters that we come across, some making their mark on my soul, while others, I'm still questioning. But Tommy and Liza, working on opposite sides merge together in a unique way in the last few chapters, that left me begging for more, needing the next book NOW.


Keri


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The Story of Lansing Lotte by LB Dunbar

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RATING: 5 STARS

This is the story of Lansing Lotte, best friend to Arturo King and guitar player for their band the Nights. This is the 2nd book in the Legendary Rock star series. Lansing Lotte is The Lady Killer, having been in love and missing his shot with the one woman he's wanted for forever he plays the field like most musicians do. Only there's some crazy stuff happening with his band the Nights and the lead singer Arturo King. Lansing tries to navigate his way through his forbidden love by loving and leaving many women. Including the ones he really should stay away from. All the while trying to figure out just what is going on with the leader of their group Arturo. He definitely makes some mistakes along the way, but will Lansing finally find the love he's always wanted... and if he does, will it be with the right woman?

I LOVE this series. I can't count how many times I wanted to smack Lansing upside the head. There is A LOT going on, but it just made me love it more. I kept wondering what in the bloody heck was happening and what the outcome was going to be the whole time I was reading. I think I probably experienced every emotion possible. It's a roller coaster you both can't wait to finish and at the same time never want to get off. The twists and turns keep you on your toes the whole time.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a good rock star romance with a bit of mystery involved.

Caitlin

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Adamant by Emma L. Adams

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RATING: 4 STARS

Ada is this strong female lead that's been living a life of smuggling refugees from Enzar after the Alliance closed off the doors and decided that Enzar was not to be a known part of the multi-verse any longer. It's the only life she knows, as Nell, her guardian took her in and showed her the ways of helping, of not trusting. Ada gains her intelligence within the Alliance through the help of Delta and Skyla, the only people she really trusts outside of her family unit.
The people smuggled in often need disguises, most can easily be disguised with common items like hair dye and contact lenses, but sometimes, they need something a little more magical to disguise their other worldly traits. Ada's next mission is to break into the Alliance headquarters and steal more "Blood Rock." Whilst there, Ada lands herself in hot water, that only gets hotter. It's also where she comes across Kay, a force on the opposing side,  who just clicked instantly with Ada, and her pursuit.
This book was written wonderfully, very interesting, never really a dull moment, and the characters were easy to connect with. I will definitely be looking to read more from Emma L. Adams, and hope to see many more adventures between Ada and Kay in the future!

Keri


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Wildfire by Lisa Messier

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RATING: 5 STARS

Raina; The True Queen and Dinan; her Guardian continue on their journey to wake the long sleeping Dreamers. Followed along by their trusted friends Bridget and Joshua they navigate new waters and new characters trying to figure out who is friend and who is foe. Betrayal ever present threatens to tear them apart but also gives them a chance to further their bond with each other. The road will be hard will Raina and Dinan accomplish what they set out to do? You'll have to read to find out!

When I write my reviews for this series I struggle with what details to give and which to leave to surprise. I absolutely love this series and have from the beginning. Raina is such a strong female heroine that I adore and her Guardian and husband Dinan, whose strength for Raina always makes me smile. The secondary characters warm my heart and the introduction of new characters keeps me on my toes. As per usual, Lisa leaves you wanting more and I cannot wait until the next installment of the series.

Caitlin


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The Bet by Erica M. Christensen

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RATING: 4 STARS

The Bet is a shorter novel that's picking up the story of Addison Allmon after she moves back to White Sands from her rock bottom moments back home in Norton. Erica set the story up with "The Kiss" and rocked me with a cliffhanger, as a result, I was beyond excited when this portion was delivered to my kindle.

The Kiss leaves us off with a bet between Addison and some random super hot tattooed man in a bar named Luke. Luke stumbles back into Addison's life when it's discovered that he is the nephew of her boss. She makes the connection before he does, but it doesn't take long before he's up to speed. And "The Bet" begins. 30 dates before he'll kiss her. We're taken along through the obvious sexual chemistry between the two, especially when they're forced off to an exotic locale for work purposes, and an interruption from Addison's past, which was the basis of the first book.

This isn't an angsty book, but it has some great emotional development and build up. It's a quick read, as it only took me a couple of hours to breeze through, even uninterrupted by my kids. ;)
And as a heads up, you'll be left wanting more!

Keri

***This book releases tomorrow (May 12th, 2015) and is available for pre-order right now!

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