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Interview with Joshilyn Jackson (Mother May I)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper Mother May I by Joshilyn Jackson is a domestic thriller that has readers ponder many issues. There is love vs loyalty, seeing both sides of a person’s character, and living or rejecting the trust and denial while tackling gender roles, sexual assault, revenge, socioeconomic status, kidnapping, and murder. The book opens when the main character, Bree Cabbot, dreams of seeing a witch peering into her bedroom window, dressed all in black. Yet, later that …

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Interview with Kristin Hannah (Firefly Lane and Fly Away)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper Firefly Lane and its sequel Fly Away, by Kristin Hannah, were written over a decade ago. But they have come back into relevance after Netflix adapted these novels for a TV series. Although the Netflix series is good, those who have not read Hannah’s books are missing the essence of the stories. Hannah has a knack for a descriptive writing style that draws out the characters through a storyline that is heart-warming and heart-wrenching. …

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Interview with Catherine Bybee (Changing the Rules)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper Changing the Rules by Catherine Bybee is the first in a new series that takes readers on a thrilling ride. If people believe in the saying ‘the best is saved for last,’ then they have something to look forward to because this one is fantastic. There are bittersweet moments, plot twists and surprises, with a lot of emotion. The characters are strong yet have a softer, gentler, more vulnerable side. The plot has the …

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Interview with Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, Jackie Ashenden, Nicole Helm (A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper A Good Old-Fashioned Cowboy is the second in the Jasper Creek series written by Maisey Yates, Caitlin Crews, Jackie Ashenden and Nicole Helm. This is a compilation of authors who write about cowboy heroes and heroines. They focus on four best friends, similar to the authors views of each other. The plot begins with these four friends deciding to return to their small hometown of Jasper Creek Oregon. The best friends, Hope Marshall, Charity …

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Interview with Megan Crane (Special Ops Seduction)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper Special Ops Seduction by Megan Crane takes readers on an exciting, intense, and gripping adventure. The story has the right amount of romance, suspense, and action. The book opens up with a mission, saving the lives of a biological scientist and his sister. After staying in a safe house, they suddenly disappear. Alaska Force must now attempt to find and rescue them once again. It turns out that many of the top generals will …

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Interview with Maisey Yates (The Rancher’s Wager)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper The Rancher’s Wager by Maisey Yates will remind readers of a romantic western TV show. People can picture the hero and heroine in a poker game where losing the bet means the loser must be the other’s ranch hand. The plot has rancher Jackson Cooper facing off in a charity poker game against his rival Cricket Maxfield, where the stakes get personal. Whoever loses must be the others’ worker for thirty days. Jackson intentionally …

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The Ticket by Heather Grace Stewart

Title: The Ticket Author: Heather Grace Stewart Series: Love Again #1 An enjoyable if cliched story Newscaster Pete McCarney planned to go on a long trip with his girlfriend, but after she breaks up with him, he’s stuck with a very expensive, non-refundable ticket designated for an Allison James. Using social media, he seeks someone willing to go in his ex’s place. Forced to take a vacation from her job and needing to get away in general, Allie James decides …

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Good Nights by Heather Grace Stewart

Title: Good Nights Author: Heather Grace Stewart Series: Love Again #2 Fresh and endearing, if a little flawed Thank you to the author, who provided a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. After her marriage ends and her hit TV show is canceled, screenwriter Hannah Storm (not to be confused with the real-life sports anchor) rents a home on a quiet island near France in an effort to relax, focus, and write. The app she …

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Interview with Lisa Unger (Confessions on the 7:45)

Article and Interview by Elise Cooper Confessions on the 7:45 by Lisa Unger is a riveting thriller. This nail-biting story has at its heart psychological manipulation, lies, deceit, and secrets. The plot begins when Selena Murphy misses her regular commuter train and ends up on the 7:45. There she has a chance encounter with the passenger sitting next to her. The woman, Martha, confesses that she is having an affair with her married boss. Selena, having just found out her …

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In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren

Title: In a Holidaze Author: Christina Lauren Series: n/a A charming holiday romance I would like to thank Christina Lauren, Gallery Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read a free ARC in exchange for an honest review. I’m a little surprised I like this book, to be honest; CL’s books tend to be hit or miss with me. I didn’t read the blurb beforehand, went in blind, and when I realized it was going to have a Groundhog Day …

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