5 stars is an understatement
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This is the best Nick Cave album in my opinion. This one is brutal and hauntingly romantic. If you are a fan of nick cave or are thinking of checking out some of his stuff, i would highly recommend starting with this  one. If you don't own it, you should ask yourself why not? Every song is  excellent. I will go so far as to say that this is one of my favourite  album's i own. Definitely worth the price.
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I am speechless. I preordered this book on so many people's word that it is an amazing book and a "must read" and they were right and wrong. Because this book is so much more than good, or a must read. This book is raw and real and draws out every emotion you have buried deep down inside you and it burns! Does it ever burn, like a strong shot of whiskey. I fell in love with B and Jamie from the beginning and my heart broke for them so many times, but I can't for one second regret reading their story. They are forever with me. I own a couple of Kandi`s books, but haven't read them. And I think I am happy that this was my first book by such an amazing author. I am simply blown away. I know now that I will, very soon, be digging through my kindle for more, I'm hooked. If you're still with me after my long winded ramble, I urge you buy this book. Read this book. Soak it in for what it is and I think, no, I know you will love it as much as I do. H E L L of a book right here! Flawless in it's entirely. Bravo!
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I cannot even begin to put into words how much I love this book. Totally filled with every feel imaginable.  I was proud of myself, made it to 87% percent of the book with no tears. That is a huge feat for a Queen of Angst fan, let me tell ya.
My favorite part of a book is when you get to that one point where you just KNOW it is about to go down. Goosebumps appear, heart starts beating faster and faster, you make sure all loose ties are taken care of, because you just KNOW that once you turn that next page,  you aren't going to put it down until you are finished. Well, 87% percent is where that happened for me. From there on out I was on the edge of my seat, experiencing every word as if it was happening to me, every emotion as of it were my story I was reading...M has an amazing style of writing. I cried. I cursed. I laughed and cried some more.
For all of you not yet aqauainted with the Good Ol' Boys, I have no idea what you are waiting for. One of my favorite series and authors EVER.
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OMG, OMG, omg, omg!  I really am currently speechless after what I just read.  I promise there is no spoilers but I will be EXTREMELY honest about my feelings on this book.

So first off, when reading this series I never thought there would be another relationship that I love as much as I love Ryder and Syn. . .holy crap was I wrong!!  Lucian and Lena, with what happens in this book. . .first off just a fair warning it is not childs play, it is extreme, but damn it is hot and yeah there is no other to explain it in a PG format but say it was hot.

I have to admit, every single time I read one of Amelia's books whether for the first time or my first reread or tenth reread (yes I have reread Fighting Destiny 10 times (it's that good)), every single time I'm so far drawn into the book that escaping it, it's impossible because of how amazing it is.  Playing with Monsters is such an extreme high that you almost feel like you cant breathe when you stop reading for a second and that second is because you are trying to cool down not because you want to stop for any reason but because you have to.

The character Lena, I was unsure of at first on how to feel about her, but in the back of my mind I knew this chick was tough as nails but at the same time as soft as a teddy bear and sensitive as a teenager hitting puberty, but its a good mixture I promise.  I really love her character and what she goes through in this book, there are parts I connected with her on, the emotion part and it was a new connection that I haven't experienced before (what i mean is that yes I have read some same scenarios characters experience but never before have a felt such a strong connection with the character as I did just now).  With the way things ended in this book for her, I'm so torn because waiting to hear more from her again is going to be brutal.

Lucian himself holy s***! That man, I have so many damn questions and knowing I have to wait right now for it, is going to suck like hell (yes I would like to visit him there lol), but I will suffer the consequences by falling in love with these books by rereading them all over and over and over again (its a great risk I'm willing to take).  This man is an anomaly, you get him and you don't (which is how it's suppose to be), but at the same time the amount of questions i have in regards to him, is enough to make someone scream, but you know what I can live without my answers. . .for now anyways.

So with all that said, I cannot wait for the next book of Lucian and Lena's story, I need it like I need air to breathe (so if I die you know why).  Thank you Amelia for such another AMAZING story, I cannot wait to read the next thing you write!!
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Oh my god! Best. Duet. Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel like I cant even take a full breath yet from all the emotions still flooding through my system. Like I need to just sit back down and start them all over again because I am not ready to leave the beauty and heartbreak of Aly Martinezs Retrieval Duet.

Firstly, I cant explain how epic Retrieval was and I was so devastated to get to that ending and hit the cliff hanger without having Transfer loaded on my kindle but thankfully I only had an hours wait before I could get into full meltdown mode. Sadly, it was 11pm and there was no way I could have gone to sleep without just reading the first few chapters to get passed the cliff hanger.

Umm yup hello 1am and 50% before I remembered I had to get up in 5 hours. So then I spent the whole day trying to adult and not obsess over Clare and Roman and Elisabeth. I did however think I was going to go insane when I had to put the book down at the 70% mark with everything up in the air.

The depth of emotion is indescribable and I know this book will stay with me for ever. Hands down the best characters, the infinite love and heart stopping drama had my heart stopping before it pounded out of my chest with tears streaming down my face. But of course you always know you are going to get perfection from Aly Martinez.

So I am not going to go into the story at all because if you haven't read the first one yet you need to one click them both right now, seriously there is no excuse not to. And if you have read the first one you would already be finished with this one before you could stop to look at reviews. So I will simply tell you this is without a doubt the absolute must read of the year.
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I am at a loss for words and that is something I never have a problem finding.

How can I feel so much bliss but still be grasping for breath from the elephant sitting on my chest.

Dillion and Kat are real life firecrackers.
Owen and Kiki are real life sweethearts.
Dita is every real life women.
Perry is the real life BFF you could hope for.
Apollo is the Greek Justin Timberlake, you will love him no matter what.
Ares is the real life bad boy.
Adonis is the real life boy who can't help but help himself.
Heff is the real life man, the realest of them all.

I anticipated I would love this book, but I didn't know how it would consume me in this manner. I didn't think I would love and hate the characters so much in the same breath.  My emotions have been heightened and mangled, Staci took this book places where I expected and then she pulled the rug right out from under me.  She delivered a HEA with a perfect heartbreak.

Eons and ages have literally passed through me and I am so drained and full from this book I just want to READ IT ALL OVER AGAIN.

SHIFT is a true definition of the term it hurts so good, I'm holding on for dear life right now.

Also if you are already a Staci Hart fan and haven't read this series yet, you are completely depriving yourself. Staci's romantic comedies and contemporary are amazing... but this series is WHOLLY A LEAGUE OF ITS OWN.
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I have no words to describe how much I love this trilogy and Hettie Ivers writing. I mean the world, the characters, the plot twists and everything in between really blew my mind. I never expected to be this engrossed in a storyline ever. I am so heartbroken that this story is somewhat over for Alex and Milena!

Milena is such a strong protagonist. I mean from start to finish she was strong when faced with all the craziness that went down in her life. Milena has finally come into her wolf, learning more about her powers and she is finally accepting her feelings for Alex and the reality of her new life. She's so witty, sarcastic and has become stronger -- she is an Alpha. I love Milena so much.

Alex is seriously my kind of perfect guy. All Alpha male, but all sweet and soft on the inside. At the beginning of this story I really thought he was a jackass, but when book 2 came around I feel in love with him. Now with book 3 -- I'm simply obsessed. He's protective, hot, smart, kind, loving, Alpha and just all around talented - the man can cook, sing and do just about amazing things in bed. Alex seriously turned around for the better throughout the series and I'm so happy. I truly love him!

Oh my, the romance was so hot and steamy and just downright nasty (in a good way). The first two chapters threw me for a whirlwind with how sexual things were between Alex and Milena, but it was so perfect and just thing I was hoping for. I loved how they argued about things and kept everything open. The other romances throughout this story truly shocked me when it came to Raul, Lessa, Jussara, Kai and other characters -- just unbelievably amazing!

The Reinoso pack as a whole is absolutely amazing. I love every last one of them -- from the siblings to Kai to the humans and other wolves. They are all amazing. I think my favorite two scenes from them where the Whole Food scene and when the brothers were all talking about sex with various females -- priceless humor. I also LOVED Bethany -- can she be my best friend! I wish she was turned to a werelock!

The Salvatella pack are some damn fools. They truly are more idiotic as each generation is born. I hated them all -- but there was something about Gabe that I sort of liked. Maribel was a total freaking shock to me. I mean, truly surprised me and threw a monkey wrench in everything. All I can say is that her intentions were good, but at the same time she was heartless in how everything went down. I hated her! Raul is a horrible brother and man overall. His desire for power and revenge is crazy. The way he felt about Milena and treated her was insane. I can't believe how far gone he was.

I'm excited to read No Light (book 4) and find out about Alcaeus, his mate and this rouge that comes to light. Will the rouge be Maribel reincarnated?! So excited!!
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If I had to describe Crewel, I'd say it was The Subtle Knife meets The Matrix.

Wha--what? What? What? WHAAAAAAATTT???

I know. I know. Mind == blown. I'll give you a moment to piece together the fragments of your brain.

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Good to go? Okay. Moving on.

This book is just so indescribable. As soon as I read the blurb months and months ago, I knew this book was unique. Weave time with matter? What does that even mean? HELP ME UNDERSTAND!! Have you read a book like that? I hadn't. This is just so insane. And as it turns out, Crewel is totally and completely insane... and captivating, and mesmerizing. Reading Crewel made me want to gather up all my mom's yarn and try to figure this stuff out. I also wanted to take a photo of myself completely wrapped up in yarn, but that's not the point.

There are so many parts of this book that I still feel like I don't understand, just because it's all so intricate and mind blowing. It's hard to visualize something like this -- something you can't even imagine seeing or existing. You really have to pay attention while reading this book, or the whole idea of it will easily overwhelm you. There is so much to take in and you really have to open yourself up to the possibilities.

I thought that Adelice was a perfect protagonist. She wasn't perfect, but she had an amazing blend of innocence, naivety, strength, and determination. And the character development was phenomenal and seamless. At the beginning, she's scared. She's been brought up to hide her talent but suddenly it's out there in the open. She doesn't know how to tell her parents she's failed, she's not ready to face reality, and she's terrified of what's coming. But despite her fears, she doesn't just succumb to the Guild's temptations -- the luxury and status they throw at her. Over time, she gains the confidence and strength of an admirable heroine.

Despite the mind blowing awesomeness that is Crewel, I did have a few problems with it. Things did feel a tad slow in the middle of the story. There were still important parts in the middle, but there wasn't much action and it didn't feel like the story was progressing very quickly. There was a lot of Adelice sitting around the compound, trying to come up with a plan, attending balls and banquets and press events, etc. I also wasn't totally sold on the romance. I mean it was okay, but I was kind of confused by it. There is a love triangle, but it was a bit awkward and I think the resolution was a little rushed.

Unfortunately, my biggest surprise while reading Crewel is spoilery, so I'll have to be vague. There was a lot more "reality" in Crewel than I originally expected. I mean, of course it's a fantasy story, but there were some elements from the "real world" that I wasn't expecting and ABSOLUTELY LOVED!! That's really what made the story for me. The ending shocked me. If there is one first-in-the-series book in the world that's incredibly and perfectly prepped for Book #2, it's this one.

Bottom line: Crewel will blow your mind. Pay attention, open your mind to the possibilities, and you will love this book. Unfortunately I didn't scream and giggle and laugh out loud like I do with a lot of 4 or 5 star books, but Crewel has a different kind of excellence about it. It's more of an intricately woven story that will make you go "WTF O_O" than it is a story that will make you scream in delight. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but it's just different. And Crewel is nothing if not different.
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On page 1 I asked myself, "What is going on?" and on the very last page I asked myself, "What did I just read?"

This book never lets up. It's full throttle ahead the entire time and you'll never really know what is happening. There's no easy guesses as to how this will end or what is happening with the dynamic between these three characters. And the characters....I hated one, loved the other, and was confused by another, but then that all changed about 5 times throughout the book. In the end, I loved them all for different reasons.

I wasn't sure how I would feel about this menage relationship, but this book is not all about sex and threesomes. There is so much more going on with these characters and you really go on a wild ride with them that will leave feeling dizzy, but fulfilled at the end.

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for something a little darker and with a little more suspense. You won't be disappointed.
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To say that this book has been anticipated and greedily devoured by yours truly is the grossest understatement of the year. Ms. Draven is one of a handful of go to authors that I try to never miss out on.

Eidolon broke my heart more than once, made me smile less than Radiance but brought me back to a world I loved and missed.  Our favorite characters from Radiance are back, sha-Anhuset as always is perfect in her grumpiness. Idilko is wonderful in her strength and her passionate defense of her husband and her people. Brishen is breathtaking in his rage and his determination. Sevorek will probably lose a limb or two in pursuit of his ultimate prize and laugh it off as worth the price.

She's done it, Grace Draven has given us a story worthy of her magnificent characters. It wraps up the threads of Radiance and keeps our troop moving along. All her hard work was gobbled up by this grateful reader in a night. I know she will be working on book 3 soon.

So my recommendation is this, buy it, read it, wipe your eyes and know that the story isn't over just yet. Oh and no, I don't do spoilers,  I will wholeheartedly tell you though, it is worth your time and money go, go get it now...
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Never could I have imagined such a heart wrenching book. I feel guilty for having given other books 5 stars because they didn't come close to book. Because of this book, I can guarantee you my 5 stars will happen less often.  If there editing errors, I  didn't notice. I was so caught up in the story nothing else mattered. Including sleep. I finished the book an hour ago and I'm still wiping tears. The characters are too life like, every single one of them. I feel her happiness and her pain. I actually can feel the love. I truly wanted to at least have one negative thing to say. No book is perfect. But as far as I'm concerned, this was. I could write the storyline but I won't because this is a book you have to experience. It is so much more than a book to be read. I am thankful that I was chosen to receive an ARC in exchange for a honest review. This is one of those books that I will reread.
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MIND-BLOWING AND AMAZING... Is the only way to describe this book.

This is my first ever read of Ker Dukey, so having not ever read or chatted with her or any of her fans before I didn't know what to expect.  All I had to go on was the amount of people that were talking about it.  All I can really say is "good gods above what a read!"  This book consumed me.  I didn't know what to expect, didn't know anything at all about it.  I didn't know if the ending would gut me.  I never even read the description, just one clicked this baby!  I'm so freaking happy I did now too!

The writing is incredible, not only did she make her characters feel and come alive, I felt too.  That to me, means more than anything.  When a book such as this one, grabs hold and don't let go. The one's where you are like hurry up and charge kindle I must know.  This is that kind of book.

I can not wait to read more of Ker's writings.
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Holy Wow.

My mind is spinning and my heart is about to burst.

I need to find the words to do this book justice. I'm not sure those words exist. This book had my emotions all over the place.  I feel like I was wrong for wishing and hoping for things that would normally be inappropriate... but they felt so right.

I've written reviews for books before and described them as intense... but I don't think I truly understood the concept until I read The Unrequited.  I've never read a book where my heart was pounding so hard because of just how intense the story was.  The push and pull between the main characters was so passionate that I actually had to put the book down and catch my breath.

There could be some triggering subject matter in this book for readers, but the elegant way the author navigates this journey makes it a story you won't want to miss and one you will never forget.
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Mr. Croan sucks us in to this brilliantly worded novel from chapter one. With it's weaving plots and heart wrenching drama, mixed with a bit of humor, it is a damn hard book to put down. He has a way of drawing you into his characters emotionally, whether it's the protagonist or antagonist and leaves you breathless with his incredibly intense scenes. It's a must read is all I can say. I could try and describe a book like this, but I could do it no justice. There is too much in the story. I highly suggest you just buy it and give it a read yourself. Trust me, it's money well spent. I really hope to see another novel from M.J. Croan in the future. M. Stephens
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I promised I would leave a review of this book in return for winning it. I was a little hesitant to read it,only because it's not what I would normally choose. WOW...that feels like an understatement,this book was AMAZING!! I had a hard time putting it down, I smiled,laughed and ugly cried throughout this book. I am so glad I read this book!!
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I've waited and waited and waited to write this review. Not because it was a bad book, but because I didn't have the words to describe how unbelievably hot this book really was. I mean, hot, young man meets hot, young woman. Sparks are bound to fly. Add in the element of the forbidden fruit and it's a recipe for some of the hottest sex I've ever encountered.

Here is where I'd like to say that I listened to this book while driving down the interstate on vacation. This is where I'd like to say DON'T DO THAT! OMG. This is the kind of book you need to read or listen to while curled up in bed with a vibrator handy. A fan, a glass of water, lube (which is going to seem redundant because you're going to be ready to go without), and your favorite toy--or real live man! Doesn't matter. The point is you shouldn't listen to this while driving.

Jacob Morgan is magic on his own. I will listen to anything he puts out there. Not even joking.

But Elena Wolfe? Oh. My. Flipping. God.
I wanted to wrap myself in her voice and never leave the comfort of it. It's warm, it's sultry, it's so perfect that I couldn't get enough. It's one of those rare times I wanted more of the woman. And that says so much considering she was paired up with one of the hottest voices in the audiobook world.

Anyway, this isn't about the audio (although it is perfect in its own right), it's about a well-written story that left me begging for more. So. Much. More.

Father Tyler Bell can hear my confession any time he wants. And Poppy? Oh, god. I'd take her too. She's magnificent. Together? Breathtaking.

Sierra Simone has a magical ability to make me want. She places each word in the exact spot it needs to be in order to pull the most emotion from a reader.
Want.
Need.
Love.
Hate.
Fear.
Pain.
Pleasure.
Arousal.
I hit every single one of these while reading Priest. It's a story I wish I could have drawn out. It was a story that needed to end so I could see what happened to the characters. It's a story that I will revisit very soon because Tyler and Poppy were electric.
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Like many, I obsessively hit "Sync and Check for New Items" in the wee hours of the 17th, so I could dive into DUST the second my pre-order was available to download. At first, I couldn't read fast enough. And then, I had to weigh wanting to know what happens next with not ever wanting it to end. Coffee breaks and pacing became more frequent. I read the last 3 chapters in tears.

What Hugh Howey has achieved with this series, and this book in particular, is nothing short of remarkable. So many threads were tied up perfectly. Others were left tantalizingly dangling, a rare gift for the writers Hugh graciously allows to play in his sandbox. I also found that his final installment completely respected the stories his fic writers brought to the table, making the WOOLiverse feel utterly seamless. WOW.

I don't think there was a single thing more I could have asked from this book. Not a line I would add, nor take away. This is what every trilogy ending should be, but rarely is.  Well done. And thank you.