Great start to the series!
937956
While this is obviously a Kristen Ashley ripoff, it is a pretty good one and I really enjoyed it. Loved Piper, and Jacoby was rude, sexy, possessive, and gorgeous- just the way I like my book boyfriends to be! This book probably really rates a 4.5, because the stalker thing came out of nowhere, and a few more details about it would have been nice, but what the heck, I gave it a 5. The next book in the series will be about Kase, but I am really looking forward to reading about Rhys... Don't keep us waiting too long, Ms. Frost!
3921591
This is a great first novella to start off this series!!! I'm really not a fan of race cars and drag racing, but it doesn't matter with this book!!! The story around the reading is awesome!!!! Highly recommend!!
4419593
As an heiress Aurora has grown up in the spotlight, but all she wants is to be left alone while she pursues her dreams of flying. THE APOLLO ACADEMY reminded me a little bit of BREAKING SKY. They both have flying female teens and I found that I really enjoy that type of storyline.

I wasn't crazy about the multiple POVs, but THE APOLLO ACADEMY had great characters, a suspenseful and mystery filled storyline, a little bit of romance and nice world building. Great start to a series that I can't wait to read more of.

* This book was provided free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
4746181
Great read! I've loved Kendra Elliot's Bones Series and not sure why I put off reading this one, but I'm glad I did.  Great start to the series.  Looking forward to seeing where things go with Ava and Mason.
4748457
In this story, we follow Runa through her self-discovery; however, the person she discovers in far from the norm. Runa struggles with an extreme case of insomnia and sleepwalking; which greatly contributes to her twisted problems, with all aspects of life, family, trust, and relationships. She is completely messed up! Thankfully, her best friend will always have her back, and her Mom will always love her, regardless.

This was a quick and easy read, there were a few errors in the writing that caused me to read over the sentences or paragraphs twice, but it didn't affect the story too much. There was suspense, action and a lot of mystery in her uniquely paranormal world. This is a great start to a new series: I strongly suggest you go ahead and grab Prying Eyes, Book 2; you will be left with a cliffhanger and the need to for answers, which Im hoping to find in book 2.

Overall, I loved Scratching the Surface and rate it 4 Boundless Stars....Beth
2715838
4.5 stars.  Great start to a new series!  I look forward to reading more about these fun characters in this series!
2124503
This series must be read in order. This is the first book.

This was a great start to an awesome new series! The time jumping and world jumping was great... You just had to pay attention. It felt a bit odd to me to be reading an adult book about a little kid but once I got past the strangeness of it I thought it was awesome. Who needs backstory when the tale starts so early? It was very interesting to watch as Grace grew up and the challenges just kept coming. She knows she's special but has no idea how or why and all she wants is to be normal and have friends. I found that very relateable even if the character was only 6 :)

I really do not know how to classify this book into a genre other than maybe fantasy. Many bits are historical while others are close to modern. There is tragedy and suspense along with quite a bit of mystery . I would recommend  this book to fantasy and paranormal enthusiasts alike. I can't wait to read the next book&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Paradox-Progeny-Of-Innocence-bk2-The-Paradox-Series/dp/B006H1U8QM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Paradox - Progeny Of Innocence (bk2) (The Paradox Series)</a>!

***This series is suitable for adult readers only due to mature subject matter and twisted characters :)
3176928
Rosemary and Rue was a great start to what I'm sure is going to be an amazing urban fantasy series.

Toby is such an awesome character. Because she's a changeling and not a pureblood fae, her magic is weaker than some of the other characters we meet in this book. But having weaker magic never holds her back from pushing forward and trying to get to the bottom of the murder of Evening Winterrose. I like that the author gave Toby limitations and that she isn't all powerful. It's a nice change of pace from characters who are super powerful or acquire powers when convenient.

There are a bunch of side characters in this book, some of whom I'm already in love with (Tybalt and Spike). The characters were all easy to tell apart and it never felt like there were too many of them (which can sometimes happen in the first book of a long series). I'm interested to see how Toby's relationships develop with the various characters. In particular, I'm hoping there's a future ship for Toby and Tybalt because I am a huge fan of hate to love.

The author isn't afraid to hold back when it comes to difficult situations. I was very surprised by a character death and was completely unprepared for it. I guess this shows that anything can happen as the series progresses and I'm looking forward to reading more of the books soon.

Overall, Rosemary and Rue was a solid start to this series and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a good urban fantasy series. I will definitely be picking up the second book, A Local Habitation, very soon.
150947
Great start to a new series! I can't wait for the next one to come out.
3779175
Let me begin by saying that I love, love, LOVE this! Lexi Sobado is the type of heroine that you root for from the beginning - young, unschooled but gifted and about as gutsy as they come. Filled with suspense and intrigue, the pages turned themselves and refused to let me stop reading. Also it would be negligent of me not to mention the sizzling hot undercurrent running through the pages thanks to Stryker and his team of special agents! If you're looking for something very different, this one is fast, fun and the perfect beginning to a smart and sexy series with a paranormal twist.
2924015
This was a good start to the series and a great way of being introduced to an author I haven't read before. I was completely immersed from the beginning. I didn't like Elizabeth and really struggled to connect with her. The way she listened to her mum when she was told to marry for money and not love seemed a bit immature to me. However when we found out about her mums MS I understood her a bit more and got why she stayed with him. I probably would have done the same. I thought Cal was a domineering ass! He is an old school sort of husband which annoyed the hell out of me. I was shouting at my kindle at some points. I adored Alex! He saw right through Elizabeths faade and gave her the strength she was denied by Cal. I really enjoyed reading this story. Its full of twist and turns, suspense and most of all romance. It has one heck of a cliff hanger and it really does leave you wanting more.
1080523
Loved this book! Will definitely read the series!
771490
This book really is a great start to a very promising series (I HOPE!)
In fact my review is based in the assumption that there will be a series, it just can not end here!
Don't want to give too many spoilers to ruin the read.

There has been a lot of fascinating groundwork laid out here.
SOme really great characters in Ky, CAssia, and Xander.
The society has been predicting every move everyone makes.
Everyone does what they are supposed to do, says what they are supposed to say and wear what they are supposed to wear.
They are told who they are supposed to marry and when they are supposed to die. Everything is predicted and figured out for optimum efficiency..

CAssia has her match banquet to find out who is her perfect Match.  When she finds out her match and gets the info to take homethere is a "mistake" because it shows her 2 perfect matches.
BOth people she knows.
One match that is "predictable"  and one that isn't.
This turns Cassia'a world upside down and starts to open mysteries in what Cassia and others thought was a predictable safe life.
This book really is a slower  paced book, there is not a lot of action but there is a lot of info laid out for a a series.
The author has crafted the world fairly well and this is a great little hook and left me wanting more.
This book is like a teaser for a great series!
2642044
I loved this start to the series. Bennett is a guy you love to hate!  It was hot between him and Chloe they had great chemisty. It was a page turner and I'm excited to read the next book!
4858956
A great start to a new series. I'm so glad I picked this one up! I had debated about it for a while and had it on my TBR list, but kept putting it off. I ran across a great review of the third book in the series by someone who I really respect, so I decided to get off my duff and read the first. I was not disappointed. I love shifter books, especially when there's some world building and little different take on the genre. Calmes delivers in spades. Such an enjoyable read. I would recommend this book and the rest of the series to anyone who enjoys a great paranormal read.
1581156
Great start to a kindle unlimited short-book series.  This is NOT a standalone book.  When she goes to look at some antiques for a charity auction, she finds herself attracted to the billionaire.  When they hit it off, a few problems arise, but things might just work out.  The cliffhanger is when she shows up for her stepsister's wedding and meets the brother who is the billionaire she's attracted to.  Yikes!! 4 1/2 star read only because there where a few errors that made me have to re-read some parts.  Great start!!!
1504551
I really liked this book!  If you don't like role playing or super alpha males then this book is not for you.  I happen to love the H!!  Cute story and great characters!! Great start to this series!