I loved each one of these stories
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This was a hot box set. Filled with 4 short stories we get a little bit of everything. From Forbidden to straight up kinky, I loved each one of these stories. If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the first. It was hot and forbidden and I was hooked. 4 Stars #2OCCJD
4029883
I was starting to get tired of the books that I had been reading and was anxious to find some new authors so I thought I would try some anthologies. This one was AMAZING.

Each story was interesting enough (and written well enough) that I would have happily read a whole novel of each. There were only 5 stories but they were well developed.

I enjoyed Scott Westerfield's (Stupid Perfect World) in particular and I hope that he writes a novel set in that future. Anyone familiar with Melissa Marr's Wicked Lovely will like her story exploring the myth of the selchies (still fey but different than the usual ones she's been writing about). I LOVED the different take on the Selchie legend.

All in all, this is highly highly recommended book :D
1937683
Thoroughly delightful. I loved each of these short stories. True to life in so many ways, the stories ask more questions than they answer, and leave the reader with a delightful lack of resolution. The result is that the stories stay with you, continuing to ask their questions, and leaving fewer answers and a greater sense of curiosity about life than before.

The second story had the strongest effect on me. The author tells the story masterfully. The prose is wonderful with subtle uses of word play here and there. I felt sorrow for the fates of many of the characters, each struggling to make his or her way amid an environment in which justice is a murky business. I felt anger at the acts of unkindness and the lack of empathy not only from many of the individuals, but from the system as a whole. And at the same time, there are many endearing moments and interactions, such as the "uncle" who seems to have had a conversion experience.

It is difficult to categorize or provide neat summaries of these stories. They are unique gems that are best read and savored.

I recommend this book.
478286
I really enjoyed this collection of stories. Each of them were well written and unique. I look forward to reading more work by each of these talented authors in the future.
4546482
I loved all the stories. The different authors each had their own way of writing an exciting, funny, sexy tale.
1621822
From the first story, The Neighbor, to the last, Incubus, I enjoyed every page of this book of short stories. While I liked them all, Id have to say my favorites were The Neighbor, Room 723, Aaron (now THAT one was truly scary!), and Motherhood.  A few stories had a touch of the supernatural, while others were very much grounded in realityoften an ugly reality, but a reality nonetheless.

I especially liked the Afterword the author did after each story. He either shared what triggered the idea for that particular story or what he was trying to accomplish with it, or he provided the reader with food for thoughtlike how do we really know the people we come in contact with every day. I highly recommend this collection to anyone who enjoys short stories with a bit of chill to them.
529446
I read each one and loved every bit of it. I love short stories because they give me a break between each one to stop and reflect before starting the next. I believe everyone will enjoy these stories.

I was given an arc of this book and this is my honest review.
3896388
Each of these books was was hard to put down once I started them. I loved the characters and the situations in each of the stories. Just the right balance of romance, light hearted fun, danger and mystery.
1690971
I received a copy from the author for my honest review. I loved each and everyone one of these stories. They way they are told, makes you feel like you are in the room with the people in the story. There are several occasions these stories had the hair raised up on my arms. Must read !!!
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i must say that after the first book I was hooked  i have read all 12 books and i loved all of them  I loved that the family was  in all of the stories and  could not stop reading  them  this is the kind of  story line i like  was very pleased with  all of the  stories  loved them hope for  more like this
1872974
I really enjoyed these stories. The author's voice is delightful. I definitely want to read more, although I will check if there is a collection of all the Haunted's in one volume for a longer read and a less expensive total than if I paid .99 for each. Definitely recommended for those who enjoy true first-person paranormal stories.
2822275
I loved all of the stories. I only wish that there would be a longer story of each character. It's romantic and wonderful.
641371
Paris for One and Other Stories was a charming and touching collection of short stories involving troubled relationships. Each story had such a strong and dynamic voice. I felt like each narrator was so distinct and well developed for having such short stories. I loved the way the author wrote the stories and how each story was unique and memorable. I knew I loved JoJo's writing style, but this book just reminded me of how much I truly loved it! I liked some of the stories more than others, but I really enjoyed this collection overall.

Paris for One

This story was actually my favorite of the collection and it was the longest! I loved the two main characters in this story, especially Nell. I saw so much of myself in Nell and I was rooting for her to have the trip of her life. I was invested in this story from the first page and shipped the two main characters SO HARD. I LOVE THEM TOGETHER. The Paris setting added such an enchanting and wonderful element to the story. I seriously adored this story and the adventure the characters went on. I WISH THIS WAS A FULL-LENGTH NOVEL. NOW NEED TO GO TO PARIS AND DISCOVER MYSELF.

Between the Tweets

This was an extremely short story, but I still found it very interesting and addictive! It proved how lies can really hurt your reputation. This might not have been one of my favorite stories, but I still enjoyed it.

Love in the Afternoon

I found this short story to be a very realistic look into romance in marriages. This story and the characters tugged at my heartstrings and I loved the way it ended.

A Bird in the Hand

This story involved ex-lovers running into each other and discussing some of the regrets they had in regards to their relationship. I found this story to be very well written, but it was not one of my favorite stories in this book.

Crocodile Shoes

This story took the old saying "one pair of shoes can change your life" to heart! When a woman finds a pair of killer heels, it turned her not so fabulous life upside down! I thought this story was hilarious and oh so charming!

Holdups

While working at a jewelry store, a woman had an interesting encounter with a robber. Even if the events seemed a bit ridiculous, the character interactions were well written! The ending put a smile on my face, even if it seemed crazy.

Last Year's Coat

This was such a realistic and emotional story. I felt like the author touched on such a relevant and relatable topic in regards to struggling to make ends meet. The ending made me feel ALL THE FEELS! ADORABLE!

Thirteen Days with John C.

This story was such an emotional roller coaster! Even though I had a feeling things wouldn't end up well, I was invested in the story and the characters.

The Christmas List

AHHH! This story was so heartwarming and precious. The character interactions in this story were precious and made for such a memorable novella.

Overall, Paris for One and Other Stories was a fun, charming, and easy read! I would recommend this book to everyone.

4 / 5 Fangs

*This ebook was given to me in exchange for an honest review. *

MrsLeif's Two Fangs About It Book Reviews
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I was drawn into every story and loved the use of a single geographic place. The stories reveal a particular sort of fractured people who seem to wake up and discover they're forced to be themselves. And they're stuck with it. At some point, they tire of living the life they've chosen, or being the people they've grown up to be. I enjoyed all the stories enormously, and will definitely read another book. Each story feels as though there's been a personal disappointment that came with "not getting out." This comes with interior and exterior consequences, and the characters lean towards a certain risk-taking that won't lead to happiness, in fact their choices seem to inspire regret and worse --- the unfulfilled life. This isn't meant to be a "downer" review. I appreciated all the shades of darkness AND LIGHT that Mark B. created.
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These are some Awsome stories that I have thourghly enjoyed!  They were all so different, but Good.  Each one had great character building in them, but I mostly liked that each author made their story easy to read and understand.  Most short stories are rushed and you lose something in them, but these were really, really Good.  I especially liked Ms. Smith, Ms. Khan's and Ms. Callahan.  GREAT Stories!!!  Keep them coming.
481491
I enjoyed each of these stories individually and as a whole work. All stories involved the development of young romance and, most importantly, brought to light the details of voodoo. Im sure like so many other people, my knowledge of voodoo was very limited and most likely influenced by misconceptions and misinformation. I was glad to learn more about voodoo and be entertained by each of the authors stories. Each story is very unique, involving very different characters and scenarios but all cleverly tie in voodoo to the stories of romance. I hadnt read the first book but I certainly will now!
2974453
Its no surprise that I thoroughly enjoyed this collection of short stories. When I reread the series I will be adding the short stories into their (roughly) corresponding order. It was fantastic to be back in the Lunar world and get new glimpse of characters. The stories give a nice background into the individual stories.

Carswells story was super cute and fun plus fit his character so well. Jacin and Winters story, ahhh one of my favorites. It actually made me love the couple even more!  They are adorable together and Jacin's care for Winter is just great. The Mechanic was my least favorite story but mainly because I felt like it did not provide a lot of new material.

Stars Above ends on a wonderful perfectly high note.  I loved the Something Old , Something New story.  It was the happily ever after that I was looking for.  If you are on the fence about reading the short stories, do it!  The last one is a wonderful epilogue to one amazing series!