January 21 - 26, 2025

 

Gruff by Morgan Brice


Adiel and Joel catch sight of each other and feel a pull but that seems to be the end of it. Then fate lands them working together. But sometimes you have to learn to trust and fight for what you rally want. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Fish Out of Water by Amy Lane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jackson is focused on saving his family. To do that he needs the best lawyer on his side. The crush is secondary. What follows is a lot of danger and close calls. And while the main problem is solved there is more trouble on the horizon. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Trash and Treasure by Morgan Brice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This short story is mostly low angst. Mico and Jack’s meet up is fun. There is a bit of danger but a very sweet ending. I really loved this little story. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Stronghold by Ana Ashley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great second chance romance. Skylar and Judson had been best friends. What turns out to be a bad misunderstanding has kept them apart for years. I love the fun of the contest but also like having the reconnection without it.

View all my reviews When Daddy Hurts by T.L. Travis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like the flow of the story. It explores how the dynamic of the relationship can change while the bond and love remain unchanged. I really loved the wrap up in the final chapter.

 

View all my reviews How to Catch a Prince by Ana Ashley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this sweet insta love story. Kris and Charlie literally fall for each other. They were a great couple and the storyline was a lot of fun.

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January 13 - 20, 2025

 

Heartsong by A.E. Wasp
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved the draw between Cooper and Sean from the beginning. They dog was a perfect addition to the story. There is also a lot of emotion as both men have to come to terms with the past.

 

View all my reviews Ignite by Elouise East
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love the way these two best friends are given a chance to see thing in a new way. Leo has some insecurities but Noah is there to smooth things. And Noah’s family story was sad. I really enjoyed this match making romance.

 

View all my reviews Rear Ended by K.M. Neuhold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Henry has a life change that in his eyes is negative. He and Auggie hit it off at a chance meeting. Then in the shop they have a chance to get to know each other better. It was so nice to see Auggie finally get his story. I have really enjoyed this series so far.

View all my reviews Switching Hour by Robyn Peterman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zelda has a get out of jail card but it came with a price. She has a mission to fulfill. Along the way she is introduced to a whole cast of interesting characters. I like seeing the way Zelda has to to battle with herself as well as outside forces to find the answers she needs. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Borrowing Blue by Lucy Lennox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a story where instant attraction really seemed to work for these two men. There are some dramatic moments in the story but not really between Tristian and Blue. Blue’s family is a hoot and I can’t wait to read more of this series.

 

View all my reviews The Easy Way by May Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is full of action and dramatic moments. It explores how far you would go to help family. Cam and Cort have such a strong bond but they had so many layers to dig through. Really loved this story.

View all my reviews Dragon's Magic by Nora Phoenix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In some ways these three men feel that they don’t fit or belong. This gives them a bound. There is so much to sort through as they navigate their future. And of course there is still a threat on the horizon.

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January 6 - 12, 2025

Only One Bed by Keira Andrews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sam and Etienne are so sweet. I love how everyone can see what is there except them. I also like how Sam cared enough to be honest and help Entienne make some hard choices.

 

Star-Spangled Showdown by Hank Edwards
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Owen and Dom have a chance meeting and hit thing off. But they quickly discover they might have a problem. I love the fun competition both personal and pushed into by the town. I also like the sweet romantic ending to this book. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Terror by Moonlight by Hank Edwards
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cody and Demetrius are best friends and have a great business plan. But things get out of hand really quickly. There is some gory moments but there is also some humor. This was a great listen to start off the new year. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Chasing the Chupacabra by Hank Edwards
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poor Cole and Demetrius. Once again they job they get isn’t a regular critter. What was actually going on was a really unexpected twist. And maybe more scary to think about it happening for real. We also really get to see how these two step up to get things done. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Swamped by Fear by Hank Edwards
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This time Demetrius head to Florida for his mom. Cody follows with Aunt Amelia. But of course things go wonky. There is a whole new creature to battle. I love the great ending. #CMCon25

View all my reviews The Devil of Pinesville by Hank Edwards
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Demetrius and Cody are still figuring things out with each other. Then Oliver asks for help at his grandma’s place. Now they are taking their business on the road. There are several twists and turn in this story as they hunt a new monster. I like the way they showed the building relationship between Cody and Demi. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Mack: Dr. Richards' Littles® 33 by Pepper North
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love the sweet connection from the beginning. I love the way Grey helped Mack though a difficult problem. It was fun to see Mack become part of Zoey’s gang.

 

View all my reviews A Little Christmas: Levi's Secret by Lynn Michaels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poor Levi is looking for a second job. He is confused but excited about this new job. It was cute to see how he puts the pieces together. I was happy to see the direction things took between him and Hudson.

 

View all my reviewsChris's Rainbow by Victoria Sue
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poor Levi is looking for a second job. He is confused but excited about this new job. It was cute to see how he puts the pieces together. I was happy to see the direction things took between him and Hudson.

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December 26 - January 5, 2024

 Last big push for the Coastal Magic Reading Challenge #CMCon25 

Beauty and the Curse by K.M. Fawcett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love great adaptations of well known fairytales. It was great to see Chase finally understand his grandma. I felt so bad for Anabel. The ending was great. Even though this story is short it was a lot of fun. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Cowboy Wolf Trouble by Kait Ballenger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The story focuses on the relationship between Naomi and Wes. It also takes us through the first skirmishes between different supernaturals. I love the way Naomi went from fear, to disbelief, to acceptance, and finally embracing all the aspects of her new knowledge. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Southern Bound by Stuart Jaffe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Max and his wife Sandra are trying to make a fresh start. New job, new city and unfortunately new troubles. Max’s office is haunted by a 40’s private eye and that’s the easy part. What follows is danger both physical and magical. They work to unravel why Max has actually been hired and to help their office ghost. Great beginning to the series. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Southern Charm by Stuart Jaffe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Max, Sandra and their ghost Drummond are on another case. I didn’t like this story quite as much and the first book. It just felt like the violence was more graphic. There are some really intense scenes. But again this is a wonderful well written story with wonderful characters. There are also unbelievable encounters. It is one part mystery and one part horror. I give it 3.5 but round up to 4.0 for the review. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Southern Belle by Stuart Jaffe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this third story in the series we learn more of Drummond’s back story. Max and Sandra are again trying to figure out how the different things going on go together. Modesto is causing more trouble. I really like the part Drummond plays in this story. Maybe someday Max and Sandra can retire but today isn’t the day. #CMCon25

View all my reviews A Drop of Magic by L.R. Braden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Alex’s world is shattered at the death of her close friend. But what follows lead her through a web of lies and half truths. Secrets are revealed but she also gets to see she has some real friends. The book ends with a solution to the initial problem but it is clear that this is just the beginning of her journey. There is great world building and wonderful characters. I enjoyed the audio version. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Sabotage Operation: A Thrilling K-9 Romantic Suspense Book by Caridad Piñeiro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Teresa is in real trouble but she has friends to watch her back. Matt and his dog Butter become a part of this team. This story is full of suspense and danger. But there is a growing romance between Matt and Teresa as well. And Butter does his best to be the “star” of this story. There are wonderful characters and the pacing of the story had be on the edge of my seat. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Escape the Everglades: A Thrilling K-9 Romantic Suspense Book by Caridad Piñeiro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Carlos and his son are adjusting to life after Carlos lost his wife. But during a relaxing moment with his son they run straight into trouble. Natalie and her dog Missy come to provide protection for the two of them. There was a lot of action and danger in this story. I love the great character development. Romance and intrigue for the win. I loved the audio version as well. #CMCon25

View all my reviewsMagnet to the Magnate by Charli Rahe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great little romance. Gunner and Presley are both in trouble in different ways. But helping each other helps them both become more. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviews Immortal Descent by Carolyn Cross
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While well written I found it was a bit too dark and violent for me. There are numerous threads that tie all the characters to their past and to each other. The story ends with even more questions as the saga is continuing in the next books. If you enjoy dark and mystical intrigue I think you would really enjoy this book. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Mark of the Necromancer by Tamsin L. Silver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sabrina is having a bad day and then it gets worse. As they story unfolds you find out more has happened to her over the years. Alex also has to reexam his feelings in light of new information that is revealed. This story is full of magic and mayhem. And while not my normal jam the humor in the story really helped me enjoy the story and kept it from feeling so dark. #CMCon25

View all my reviewsSipping & Swooning by Karmen Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed Alice and Janelle’s meet cute. And the plot bunny that brought them back together was really creative. Janelle’s sister Kelly is really a wonderful sister. This is a sweet Valentine’s romance that was fun to read. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsThe Maharaja's Daughters by Celeste Barclay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story has a bit of angst as the three couples seek to have a life together. There are also some really dramatic moments as well. This is a heart warming story of 3 couples finding love despite their cultural difference. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsTaking the Leap: An Arachnid Files Novella by Nancy Northcott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For Hays it seemed everything was at stake. You see him get pulled between relationship and work issues. I love how Cori admitted her feelings but was firm about what she needed. This is a 2nd chance romance with a bit of suspense and action on the side. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsYoung Buck by Kilby Blades
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There are lots of layers to the story. Loretta is helping women find truth and safe spaces. Buck is new to town and living his life. There worlds intersect and there is so much more in store for both of them. This was more a meet painful. What brings them together is what almost causes them to blow apart. The characters in this book are so rich I really enjoyed this story. #CMCon25

View all my reviewsHeartbeats in a Haunted House by Amy Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, this final book in the series blew me away. There are so many strong emotions and you can feel their struggle as their story overlaps the other 3 books. There are a few tense moments as well. To really enjoy this book you really need to read the first three books of the series in order. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsEggnog, Extortion, & Evergreens by Tonya Kappes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story opens with a dramatic scene. Mae is in the hospital and you would think these was the mystery to be solved. But not so quick. Even unconscious she still gets involved in yet another murder. I was really surprised at who the murder turned out to actually be. #CMCon25

View all my reviews Ropes, Riddles, & Robberies by Tonya Kappes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mae is back home to find out the truth about her family. This story has a different vibe because it’s personal. But we have all our favorite people to be there for Mae. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsFake Date Flip-Flop by Hank Edwards
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this story. It is a sweet low angst story. Both men just hit it off so well. They made reasonable plans for the future and followed through. This was a fun story. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsBroadway Butchery by C.S. Poe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Once again Larkin is drawn in by notes. With Doyle’s help they get closer to the center. We also see Larkin trying to handle things in a better way. This is another emotional ride as we learn more about both men and the deaths they work to solve. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsThe Little Matchboy by Jackie North
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Roddy has so much he is facing. Sean is there at just the right time. There are a lot of dramatic moments. But in the end you see that both Roddy and Sean are taking care of each other. Love should never be one sided. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsAgain by Morgan Brice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story really kept me on the edge of my seat. On the top layer Drew and Noah are mates but they are taking things slowly. Then they discover there is so much more to it. Then layer in danger on more than one front. It is a race to the end to make sure Drew and Noah have the life they deserve. #CMCon25

 

View all my reviewsA Little Christmas 3: Jasha by Brina Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jasha is in a tough spot. He goes with Kaleb to save his dad but he is also interested in him. Then there is more to his dad’s trouble then he understands. Kaleb is kind and he is meeting new people. There is so much for him to decide.

 

View all my reviewsSnowbody Loves Me by Jacki James
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emerson makes an impulsive decision when pushed by friends. When that plan goes south he makes another impulsive choice. I really enjoyed the sweet easy feel to the Christmas Falls book. I love Arlo riding to the rescue more than once. Great Christmas listen.

View all my reviewsVan: Dr. Richards' Littles® 32 by Pepper North
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked the way that these three people fit together. I alos like that Ford and Collette were supporting Van’s dreams as well. I felt a bit sorry for Reggie and hope he finds his HEA someday.

 

View all my reviewsReady, Set, Glow! by Rye Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Felix lives up to his last name of Joy. Bruce is an adorable grumpy bear. But together they balance each other. This was a great Christmas grumpy/sunny story.

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