I like Xander and how loyal he is to Cassia
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This book took a weird turn when she got matched with two different people. I like Xander and how loyal he is to Cassia. It is a good book. I don't get why everyone has to die at age 80, it is sad and it isn't right when they take their artifacts away from them.
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Twyla Turner never disappoints in the hero we love to love. Jackson is magnificent. Xander couldn't decide what to wear to church on a Sunday so I didn't care for him much but he had his up sides (humor). His laissez fair attitude had almost a white privilege air to it. Ignorance was def bliss for him. Si was lovely, ever doubtful of her self but she trusted the guys soon and that leant toward a longer opportunity for relationship development. The idea of a triad like this developing with such conviction over such a short amount of time was a leap of faith but well worth it. It's a romance. If I can suspend disbelief for time-travel, shifters, paranormal and what not, I can get down with three humans falling in love in a span of a few weeks. It's a good book. Get it.
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Nicole is arrested on suspicion of stealing $10m from her employers and Xander and his friends are going to make her confess her crime and make sure she goes to prison for a long time.  The story is woven with past facts about both the characters and it helps explain what Xander's grudge is against her - can't say I blame him but it wasn't her fault what happened.  He suspects that she is just like her father, but the more time he spends with her, the more he thinks he may be wrong.  Surely he can't fall in love with a woman who can steal millions of dollars from unsuspecting people, or can he???
Easy to read and follow, this mystery/love story has the best of both genres and I will be looking out for the rest of this series.
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I started this series a while ago and I remember loving the first one and for some reason I thought that would change as the series went on. But, It didn't. I did love the finale. It ended with a lot of things needing done still. Not every issue was solved but society was definitely on the right track. I also loved the progression of the lead character Cassia. She became such a strong girl and I loved that. Her and Ky together are amazing. Together there's nothing they can't do. And I'm so happy she ended it the way she did with Xander. He too is a strong person. Overall a very good dystopian series.:)
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God finally. I was wondering when he get his head out his butt. Even damaged ,ruthless, jerk I was rooting for him. Emilia being an outsider in California Rich and Famous. She was The helps daughter not one of them. I felt for her. Seeing someone for them not for what other think they are. They both saw each other but we're to afraid. Popular kids vs An Outsider. Vic and the four hot holes as they called them selves being Vicious aka Baron, Dean , Trent and Jamie. The most popular and powerful every girl wanted them and every guy wanted to be them.
This is Vics story and how he ended up so mean cold and heartless. Even though she was his light. He thought she knew his secret and was going to make her pay. But she also looked like someone he hated even though she did nothing. Emilia even though she knew him better than others. She allowed him to get to her. He was mean.  He did everything to make her hate him. He made her leave the only home she known. All was good not really but she survived. Now he's there in N.Y with her will she be able to survive him again.
What's the sense of having Dreams and Goals if there's no time limit.
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I liked xander...mostly. he was a bit wishy washy at times. His ambiguity wasn't sexy...and how could he miss how badly he was risking compromising Liz's integrity since they weren't in on the 'business arrangement engagement. He seemed more than a little dense and really insensitive.  I wouldn't buy this one again but it was funny and sexy in places so not a total waste
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I LOVED this book and especially Cassius. I think it's my favorite book in this series yet! Cassius is the Alpha of Sutter Butte. He has a reputation for being a ruthless badass. You don't cross him, you don't question him. His rule is absolute, and with the history of the pack, he has to be. But, is he a bastard because he wants to be or because he has to be? Enter Sovan Stark, Omega of Delta Crescent . She comes to Sutter Butte at the Alpha's request. He has a plan, to end the annual bloodbath that has plagued his pack for years- also known as the Reaping, with her help. She reflects the weakness of the pack and many don't want her there. She becomes very important to Cassius in ways he never could imagine. The outcome of her visit will change the pack and the alpha forever. Another fabulous story in the Wolves of Willow Bend series by Heather Long.
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In Checkmate: This is Love, we continue with Travis and Viola's story. We do have more ups and downs for them this time around, and I really like the direction the story took. I really loved how no matter how Viola was feeling, she still put her future/ career first. I thought that really showed how strong of character she really is. I also liked getting to know Drew and Courtney a little more before moving on to their books, I like having a little background to them.
I think Travis really "grew up," despite him already being 24 years old. I liked how much he transformed himself, and the person he was developed into.
I don't want to spoil anyone for the plot of this book, so I will leave those thoughts alone, but I will say, one thing that really bothered me was when Viola was talking about Stay at home Mothers. The comment of their "uniform" and the tone behind what she said was like SAHM don't value their careers or education. As a stay at home mother, that really irked me. Overall, this duet was very good, and I really enjoyed #Traviola and their story. I really can't wait to continue with Drew and Courtney's story as well.
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Over two years ago I started reading this series.  I read the first book Vampire Academy and loved it.  I don't know why I didn't continue on with the series, but I really wish I had kept reading them.  Now that I am back to reading them, I am just glad to have the whole set so I don't have to stop again!

We return back to St. Vladimir Academy shortly after the last one left off.  Rose is still training with Dimitri and protective of Lissa.  Lissa is still in love Christian and Mia is still the witch of the group.  Now though, the Strigoi are getting bolder and smarter though.  When they target the Royal families by working with humans, many will die, and few will make it until the end of the book.

While Rose tended to get on my nerves just a tad bit with her whining and attitude,  I found that I was willing to embrace it because it is that personality that makes her Rose.  Without the bad attitude, she wouldn't be the character we love.  I could understand some of the resentment she had towards her Mother, but I still wanted to slap Rose at times and to tell her to show her Mother some respect.  For all of her Mother's fault, she is still her Mother and a strong fighter at that.

Mason was great in this book.  I really wanted him to have a happy ending, but I just didn't want it to be with Rose.  Dimitri will always be the one I hope Rose ends up with no matter what.  I just feel a better chemistry is evolving between Dimitri and Rose.  Mason though does have some strong traits that made me swoon.  I loved his loyalty to his friends, and his love for Rose felt to me to be more than just a crush.  I seriously cried for hours after his final scene in the book.  When Rose protected him and wouldn't let anyone near them was truly heartbreaking.  In a way, I wish the author wouldn't have put me through this but I do know it was a story that helped the book progress.

Dimitri is still Dimitri.  He is still sexy and fierce, but he does show a softer side in this book.  I loved seeing him struggle with his emotions towards Rose.  It just goes to show how much he is holding back where Rose is concerned.  They both have feelings for each other, but they also know they can't act on them.  When Dimitri is presented with a chance to have a different job opportunity along with a different female, I felt what Rose was feeling in her heart.  I was jealous, angered, and overall disappointed at the thought of him leaving.  When his decision is revealed though, it is sweet and so Dimitri.

I think I loved this book even more than the first one.  The author knows how to write perfectly and makes reading the series exciting and suspenseful.  The romance is sweet, hot and perfect as well with plenty of action on the battle field to keep it balanced.  Another hit from a well loved author and a series that I will continue reading this time!
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I have really enjoyed this series. I would never want to be the girl in Claire's position though. A girl can only take so much. Even though I cried a little bit I can't wait to see what happens in the next shattered hearts series. I'm kinda rooting for Chris,there's just nothing like being with your first true love. (Even though most people don't get that chance, the first one usually gets away) But just so u know miss Cassia I won't be mad if Adam takes the win. Clare has had so much to go through she just deserves to be wonderfully happy. Good luck and hope we readers won't have to wait to long for the next one.
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Play It For Me by Suzanne D. Williams is the last book in the Italian Series and I for one hate to see the series end. Niccolo Cavatelli is a well known cellist but has cut himself off from the outside world. His entire world is music and even though he hears notes night and day, they do not contribute to the security he so strongly desires but adds to his isolation as does his lack of faith and trust in God. Nancy Dennis, a lady in her fifties, has stayed with Niccolo for the past three years. She is with him day and night, six days a week, and also travels with him when he has concerts. She is finally taking a week vacation and her niece, Kati Dennis, will be staying with Niccolo. There is an instant attraction between Niccolo and Kati and this leads him to write his greatest song but a thoughtless word from Kati sends Niccolo into a rage and it appears that he has lost the music.

Just as with the first four books in the series, Suzanne has done a great job in developing the characters. My heart went out to Niccolo and I wanted to help him regain his life and music. Kati was so very real also but when she uttered the words that sent Niccolo into a rage, I wanted to shake some sense into her. All the scenes were so descriptive that I felt as if I were in them along with the characters in the story. When Niccolo went into his destructive rage, I was almost holding my breath for I could not believe what he was doing. But his actions did make Kati stop and think and she realized what she had done to cause him to lose his temper so violently. There were several turns and twists to the plot line but everything worked out for the good in the end. There was a happy ending but it also contained a little sadness. This story was about Niccolo but it was also about the love and salvation of God for His children.

I highly recommend this book to all that enjoy a great Christian love story that also shows what the love of God can do in a persons life.

Thanks to the author, Suzanne D. Williams, for providing me with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
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I truly love the characters, and I love the power that Ella has come into, it suits her. I also really hate Jaxx right now, but I'm happy that Ella no longer depends on him, is more independent, and is possibly falling in love with the tatooed and very handsome Tristan.
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I love Cassius and Sovvan as they seem like the most unlikely couple. However as the story unfolds we learn that they both care just show the world different personas. Cassius wants to move his people forward into a more united pack and thinks Sovvan is the way. And love the ending to the story although I did cry when we found out what happens with Faust. In the end the pack becomes more united which is what Cassius wanted. Can't wait to read the next book.
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I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK FOR AN HONEST REVIEW AND THIS IS MY HONEST OPINION .... OVER 18 READING
  In the first book it stopped as the Demon Basilius had grabbed Rose  right away from Cassius. The look of anger and fear on Cassius face told her he really cared for her and she held on to that thought as she was transported though time and space. She is left with Razor with the only rule that she be alive when Basilius returns. Cassius is calling for his guards, tells them to get  the witch(Seth) ,and Valentine(his second),and Valeria (female vampire fighter). As they gather  Kuan (a god) and Brendan (Rose's father) appear in the room with them. These plus 6 guards will have to go to try to save Rose but Rose knows that her friend will come for her or die trying so she is in survival mode. She will make some enemies and find some friends , before they will all find each other and a fight against all odds  will be  fought. But even if they get back safe there will be a bigger battle to be fought. If Rose and Casssius  except each other as soulmates and profess their love the world would get a great gift.
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For being this authors first solo book, he hit it out of the ballpark. When I first read the blurb I was rubbing my hands together with glee and knew I had to read this book.

Xander had one jacked up childhood. He didn't like to talk about it, said he was over it but deep down he wasn't. It helped mold who he was as an adult. He's a strong man with music in his soul. He's sexy and a sweet talker with a little bit of shyness thrown in. He stands up for what he thinks is right.

Paige is a strong woman who hasn't had it all hearts and flowers in her personal life. She pushes Xander to be a better person and to fulfill one of his items on his bucket list. Her family interactions are filled with warmth and love. Her mom is such a huggable person, she's filled with love and happiness and wants the best for her family.

I liked how the story wasn't insta-love. You get to watch the connection begin and strengthen between them.

I will say that this book has twists and turns I didn't see coming. This book will keep you enthralled from the very first page to the last. I was shocked at one point in this book. You'll need to read it and see if you were shocked as I was.
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I'm so happy that Cal got his happy ending.
And again this story has a smart, strong, kick ass heroine.  Sarah has always been the good one, she tries so hard to keep it together for her twin Ryan and her other brother Nat (Her Sanctuary).  But finally she decides to go after what she wants. AND what she wants is Cal.

This series is so great and I sooooo hope Ryan gets his HEA next.
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Deck has been my favorite Gentry so far. He is so protective and loving. The way he takes care of his cousins is so great. Jenny and Deck are very cute together