Shelly L. Foster Sure Knows DRAMA!
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Cynthia is like many woman in America:  TIRED OF BEING USED AND ABUSED. Her exact words to her husband Jordan are--"You son of a bitch, if you hit me one more time, I swear I'll kill you."

Usually avid-readers have to wait until the middle of the book until the abused victim comes to their senses.  But in Deadly Choices, Shelly adds mystery and suspense coupled with sexual escapades, many bad decisions, and DEADLY CHOICES to keep the reader flipping the pages to the very end.

I have to admit Deadly Choices is one of the most unique books I have read this year.  It was almost like reading scenes from a movie:  fast-paced and intriguing.  Deadly Choices is definately a page turner and I highly recommend this book to every reader in America.

Anita Shari Peterson

The Literary Cafe
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I loved how the author quickly brought me right into the story, and then eased into the past relationships and information from the first book (which have not read but now would love to read  and I cant wait to read her next book!).  The back of the book really sums this book up  Fatal Exchange will draw you into a complex matrix of intertwining lies, unraveling secrets, and unexpected love.
 Emily Hunt is a school teacher.  Although it seems the rest of her family are cops  she has no desire to have anything to do with that kind of adrenaline filled life.  But she finds herself one cold morning in a strange hostage situation.  Then, just when it seems to be over, the plot thickens and changes like a roller coaster ride.  Most of the book occurs during a single day, which in some ways doesnt seem possible but given how life can change in a moment, it all seems so real as I read it.  Another part of the story revolves around Mason  a cop and former enemy to Emily as he supposedly caused her brothers death but as the day progresses, he becomes her new love interest.  He has his own issues of needing to forgive his dying father for abandoning him as a child.  I loved how the characters often prayed short, simple prayers as they sought Gods wisdom during their difficult circumstances.
  This was a great book!  I highly recommend it.  I received this book from TBCN in return for my honest opinion.
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Loved Beth so much and how hard she fought for what she wanted. Wetzel gets so much in this story: friendship (and all the drama that brings); absentee parent; rules (and when to break them); fairness; goals and humor! Oh, and of course, a nice huge helping of Shakespeare. Whether you're a kid who's into drama or not, you will totally relate to having the thing you want kept just outside of your reach and how far you might go to get it. If you ARE into drama (theatrical arts, not like life drama) you'll love how true this is to stage productions and all the shenanigans going on off stage. Really great, fun read!
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I must say I was impressed with the suspense in this book. For a minute, I thought that maybe just maybe Veronica was Schizophrenic. Ian Sharpe was not only intriguing, he had a dark secret. The interaction between Ian and Veronica was kept interesting with a lot of push and pull. Both wanted control and their privacy.

This book is a lot more psychological than any I've ever read as well. Felt like I was watching Criminal Minds. Both Ian and Veronica were very skilled at psychological games but it was only because they wanted to deviate from revealing their true self.

As much as it was thrilling and suspenseful, it was also emotional as Veronica and Ian shed off their layers. Tracy Wolff has definitely kept the book entertaining with the interesting dialogues and witty banters. This is my first book by Tracy and I'm sure it won't be my last. It was such a good ending although I wouldn't have minded more details.

ARC requested via Netgalley, provided by Random House Publishing Group - Loveswept in exchange for a honest review.
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I am a newer reader of Lori Foster and I really enjoyed this book. There was suspense, strong yet complex women and an interesting storyline.
An ex MMA fighter now bodyguard, Miles is hired to protect personal shopper Maxi, with whom has has a history. A short, hot history. Strange things are happening to Maxi in the house she inherited. Maxi needs his help and he is there to protect and defend.

There are several characters and events that kept me engaged and entertained. In addition, I really liked the suspenseful aspects of the story. There were several suspects and I wasn't disappointed by the outcome. The characters were well written and not one dimensional. There is plenty of meat to the story and I really wanted it  to continue after the book ended. I look forward to her next one!

***I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.***
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Secret Dramas by Angela Wallace is one of the most intense novels of the year! Meet high drama rolling girlfriends like Alexis Stewart, Jaylin Saunders, Adrienne Chambers and Sheri Thomas who are flawlessly described with masterful execution by this extremely talented and gifted writer. Their characters are intense, bold, daring, off the edge, large and in charge. The ladies are all holding down big time positions, but Ms. Angela

Wallace has added a beguiling and life threatening twist to each one's lives that become dangerously entangled with secrets and lies that hide drugs, prostitution, mob affiliation and perhaps, even murder. Alexis is the television producer of a popular daytime soap opera.

She has major issues with Stephan, an ex-lover who thinks he can take advantage of her and block her from succeeding. Jaylin Saunders is a publisher and unfortunately is tangled in a mess with an unsavory business partner. Adrienne is an office manager, but her affiliations with the mob may lead her to self destruction.

Sheri has a high profile job as an investment manager, but her secret habit of abusing drugs may get the best of her. The story keeps boiling to a dramatic ending filled with plenty of action and riveting dialogue that may be the first novel to place women in control of their destiny and all for the love of money. However, are they willing to risk it all to have it all? Secret Drama is a fast turning novel and biggest surprise of the year that will claim the author's reign to fame as the "Goddess of Upscale Chic-Lit Drama." The novel is a winner, and ready made for the movie screen.

There is no doubt that the fast paced drama will land itself into the hands of a big time producer. A new drama queen is born. The author's passion for writing is evident in this masterful and seasoned work from beginning to

end and as if she has been writing her whole life.
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Having read Karin slaughter's books before and thoroughly enjoying them, "Broken" was even better!  Allison Spooner stayed at college during the holidays.  She was having a rough time from a room that barely heated, a car that smoked, a boyfriend that she felt had left her, and to top it all off the weather in south Georgia was cold, so she disgustedly took a walk around Lake Grant near the college.  She really didn't think of anything else but her "crappy" life as she plodded through the mud, tripped over the tree roots and fallen branches, sometimes falling down.  One time when she fell she was pushed into the water and held down as she was brought back to reality.  Someone was trying to kill her and they succeeded.

At 3:00 in the morning Lena Adams phone awake her.  She knew it couldn't be anything good at that hour.  It wasn't!  She traveled in the rainy, misty, foggy weather to the site where the lake was being searched for a body.  When she arrived all the various agencies were there to assist in all the work created by a missing, then found, body chained to two concrete blocks in the lake.  What they thought was a suicide now was a murder.  The small town inexperienced police force led by interim chief Frank Wallace had been fractured with the death of their police chief, Jeffrey Tolliver, several years previous and seemed to work against each other instead of cooperating.  Everything Jeffrey had set up and had running smooth became a Keystone Cops force.  Lena got along fairly well with Frank.

Sara Linton now lived in the Atlanta area.  She and Jeffrey had been as one and she had been lost without him.  She had taken a job in Grant County as a part time coroner while buying out the local clinic.  When she lost Jeffery, she left the area with a bad taste in her mouth towards the entire area, especially officer Lena Adams, who she blamed for Jeffery's death.  Now Sara had come back to Grant County to visit her family for four days.  It was hard seeing all her connections with Jeffrey.

Allison Spooner's boyfriend, Tommy, had been arrested for her murder, having confessed he had killed her while under the tough interrogation he was put through.  Then when this slow-thinking, mild acting, boyfriend was found dead from suicide in his cell, the entire police force looked as though they didn't know where to turn.  Sara called the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Special Agent Will Trent came to get to the root of the problems in Grant County.

With Will and Sara, Sara unofficially, working on the case, the local police balked at almost every move.  Will worked through most of the walls that were set up to keep him out of the case but Will was too smart for them.  Despite Lena trying to stay away from Will and his investigation, he forced her to work with him.  Will and Sara were feeling a bit of something for each other but they didn't want the case to be swayed by their personal lives so they didn't show too much affection around others.  Sara also was perturbed that Will was working with and feeling that Lena was not such a bad cop after all even though Sara had blamed her for Jeffrey's death.

The case proceeded with friends and family members being questioned, school records searched, hand writing compared, blood checked, DNA checked, college professors questioned, and eventually the truth was slowly coming out.  There are lots of good plots and sub-plots in "Broken" and it is a book you won't want to put down.  It is very well written and plotted.  The characters seem so real; the actions will have you right beside the good and the bad characters in the book.  I highly recommend this book for any mystery lovers that love a great plot.
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Three different women, three different stories,all with one main objective to get the brass in the end.  "Put a ring on it" is a definite must read, Allison does not and will not disappoint you.  It's the on the edge of your seat drama that she does so well.  She pulls you in right from the start and will not let you go until you read the last word. I can personally relate to Nivea, Harlow, and Vangie.  First lesson I gleaned from these women, is this, you can't make a man love you or do right by you; secondly, you can't run from your past it always catches up to you; and thirdly, if you're patient and wait, he just may love you enough to PUT A RING ON IT!!!!
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Julie doesnt shy away from authentic, messy circumstances and characters and her enthusiasm for life always shines through her stories. I cant say it enough, I love this family drama storytelling from multiple perspectives.

Shannon is the genuine kind of person Id love to have as a friend. Shes quiet and compassionate yet athletic and even feisty when necessary. Shannon has learned the hard way to steer clear of handsome, charming men.

Sam may have earned his Dr. Love reputation by sailing through broken hearts but he has a lot to learn about true love. Hes convinced that Shannon is the one who holds the answers to all his relationship woes.

I requested the opportunity to read and review this title through Singing Librarian Books Tours. The opinions expressed are my own.
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I received an ARC for an honest review.

The moment you finish this book, the initial feeling is OMG! Therefore there is an amazing cliff hanger making you hanging off the edge of your seat foe the next book. There, I  feel better sharing my pain.

Overall you immediately fall in love with the main character, she has drama, intrigue, strength, and is pretty funny. There is great development of mystery around her father's conviction and the truth she is trying to unravel. Add in hot exboyfriend, old TA, and a new job... great mix for drama. Overall this story keeps you entertained for every word.
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So, Chloe's mother has surfaced...and she's all about the drama. She wants what's best for her and her only. Chloe would love to get rid of her, so she follows through with a request to do so. Chloe rekindles a long lost friendship (that touches on the verge of more) and is there for her Aunt and cousin as tragedy hits. Drake is still in the picture but is torn between his music career possibilities and Chloe. Drama hits the fan like crazy in this book. New characters emerge that have hidden in the past and they are up to no good. Past demons enter the picture again as well, causing a whole new disaster. Chloe and Drake definitely are tested in this book. Many jumps and hoops to go through.
K.A. Robinson does an excellent job of keeping the reader on their toes. Never quite knowing what is going to happen next. Will everyone remain faithful? Will past relationships rekindle? I was always scared to turn the next page as to what drama may unfold, but yet I HAD to have it!
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An old truck with a wonky radio driven by a woman the town thinks is crazy and a mysterious young man collide late in the evening outside Deacon, Kansass, strip club, beginning the roller coaster through secrets and surprises that is Call Me Daddy. When Cass Adams is again on the hook for seriously manglingand maybe killinga man (they aren't sure at first if Britt has survived), her friends, family, and neighbors step up to help her through it. Clay, the worm farmer she loves, provides comfort; Babe Shatner, her beloved grandmother, provides insight; Lola, her older sister, provides dogged research; and Benny, the towns chief of police, provides his own investigation. New characters are introduced, including Angus, the towns tattoo artist, and Freddy, father of Clay and Roland (Casss dead husband) who abandoned them and their mother thirty-five years earlier. Stories the characters held as fact begin to unravel when Britt is revealed as Clay and Rolands half-brother, and assumed familial relationships are called into question. I was immediately grabbed and felt compelled to keep turning the pages late into the night. Author Kelly Stone Gamble keeps the book feeling fresh while also familiar, the perfect recipe for a compelling sequel. Fans of They Call Me Crazy will be fascinated, and newcomers to the series will intrigued. While reading Crazy isn't a perquisite, and this book is more than strong enough to stand on its own, like any series, the novels are even better when read together. I highly recommend both and cant wait for Kellys next book!
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Sheldon Siegel has mastered the perfect balance of suspense, wit and courtroom drama. I loved the two main characters and look forward to reading them more!
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The drama never stops! You are hooked until the last page. Full of suspense, drama, so real to life. You will go on a roller coaster ride of highs and lows and plotting with your favorite characters living the action as you read. Dont miss it!!
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I really enjoyed how the story was intertwined with Carla 's writing. It stayed fresh and entertaining. Shelly Douglas continues to surprise me with new relationships and I love her sassy characters. A must read!
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I love Shelly Laurenston and this book doesn't disappoint.  This is the first book of this series and I can't wait for the next one.  From one of my favorite authors comes a book of good vs.evil and battling with morals.  Be prepared for a large cast of characters and trying to keep them all in order.  How she writes in this style without getting characters totally confused is beyond believeable. Thank you for your wonderful series of exceptional characters.  I always look forward to seeing what you are going to bring to us next.
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I recently reconnected with the author, Janet Shoaff, who was a high school friend of mine, and then we went on to become sorority sisters at different Universities.  Janet had told me that she had written a series of three books and a little about the theme. Now having known her well, so many years ago, I knew that she was a lovely person with a very good heart.  But could she write?  The answer is a resounding YES!! Stolen Legacy will keep your undivided attention because you want to find out what happens to these characters. It is a book written through a Christian experience and how the characters go through all of life's ups and down, and how they deal with these things. Some of the characters you will despise, others you will find intriguing, some you will love, but all are fascinating. I'll look forward to reading the series!  Buy this book you will not be disappointed.