full of suspense and fun
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Being a "southern girl" myself,  really enjoyed Jeannette Walls' style of writing especially as they moved into West Virginia.  I felt as I were in the story myself, watching as the loves of her family evolved.  I highly recommend this book, as as Half Broke Horses.
504428
I enjoyed the book very much. It was both humorous and full of suspense. I am looking forward to reading the next installment of the series.
4874522
Great book.  Full of suspense and turns.  I am impressed with this new author!
998044
I really liked the characters and all the action, but it was the suspense that drew me in from one chapter to the next. I'm a sucker for romance, and this turned out to be a lot more than that. It was intrigue and adventure, and takes you places that lead down a path where it's hard to predict the outcome. It's a good read for anyone, and doesn't disappoint.
4179407
The book was a great read.  It was full of suspense and entertaining!  You have to give it a try!
2875676
If you like adventure and suspense then you will love this book! I was thrilled to receive an advance copy of this book. The story hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down. It is full of suspense and adventure and kept me guessing with each twist and turn. The author has a brilliant way of using descriptions, allowing the reader to use imagery and visualization, making you feel as if you are actually walking through the Biltmore along with the characters. The story characters demonstrate qualities of perseverance, trust, loyalty and friendship as they learn to work together with each challenge they face. Serafina won my heart in the first book and continues to surprise me with each adventure she faces.
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I just finished reading High-Heeled Wonder, by Avery Flynn. Writing romantic suspense is difficult because of the careful balance between the love story and the suspense plot. Adding humor without making the story into a slapstick tale is close to impossible. Avery weaves the romance, the suspense, and the humor perfectly.

The hero and heroine have amazing chemistry and the secondary characters are hilarious. I thought I'd figured out the mystery, but the story contained fun subplots and completely unexpected twists. She had me guessing until the end.

My favorite line? "Good friends call. Great friends catch the red eye."

In addition to the references to the fashion world in the story, Avery adds characters who love video games. Although I am not a fashionista, I love gaming and she added enough detail to make it a fun side story.

Keep writing, Avery. You were the best part of my children's snow days.
412540
Ms. Foley draws you in and you want to keep turning the pages.  Her vivid imagination as she brings you into the mind of her sick and twisted villain has you jumping at strange noises and reading with the lights on.

The characters are believable, each one with their own set of baggage they are dealing with.  As they struggle through a budding relationship, Seth and Laney manage to find their way. I don't want to give much of the story away.

The suspense was written to keep you guessing.  The writing flowed from one page to the next.  I thoroughly enjoyed this book and read it in one sitting.  While feeling satisfied at the end of the book, I was still left with wanting to read more. Can't wait to read another piece of her work.

Nicely done Ms. Foley.
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Locking up Santa (Haunting Me Series Book 2) by Nikki LeClair is the second book in her Haunting Me series.  This story follows the first book so I would highly recommend that you read the first book before this one.  This book can be read as a stand alone but to get the full effect of this story reading about the characters in the previous book would help.  This story as a little bit of everything in it, fun, suspense, and mystery.  One thing that I enjoy about this author is her ability to pull me into her book from the first word.  I also enjoy her development of characters and their ability to make me feel I am right there with them, they are true to life.  These characters will leave you sitting on the edge of your seat just waiting to see what will happen next with them.  Find out what happens with these characters as they start a journey of suspense and mystery.

Phoebe Mercer's life changed seven months ago.  She finds herself going from an overworked legal assistant to the CEO of a beauty company.  Her life has been a little bit of a mess, she has gone from a big city to a smaller one and she has gone from living with her finance to living with a ghost.  But yet she just can't seem to get a grip on her new life.  Just when she didn't think things could get worse for her, her best friend is arrested for a horrible crime and the city is ready to lock them away.  She finds herself racing against time trying to prove his innocence and stop the company from sinking.  What will happen when her past comes colliding with her present?  How will she face her past and those who have abandoned her?  Will she figure things out before she finds herself behind bars?  Will she figure out who wants to sabotage her life and the company?

Phoebe is a bright, strong character that is trying to make her life at the company work.  The problem is that no matter how hard she tries, she doesn't seem to be making it.  She has someone from her past that is determined to see her fail, but will that effect her, will she give up?  There have been times in this book, I wish her character could have stood up for herself.  She needed a little more confidence.  The ghost character is a demanding person.  She seems to want everything her way and now.  Other secondary characters are just as strong.  They really do complement and make this story flow until the end.  They just add to the story.  But one thing they have in common is that they all were loyal to each other.  Find out what happens to these characters as they try figuring out the truth from lies.  Who will end up in jail and who won't?  Will things get better for her?  Find out today!

This is my second book by Nikki LeClair.  I can't wait to see what happens in the third book as I don't want to miss the ending!  Nikki lives in Canada with her husband and their two children.  When she isn't chasing after her children and the dog, she is behind her laptop plotting her next adventures for her characters.  You will enjoy how this story is a fast paced and keep you engaged until the end.  I had a hard time putting this book down.  You will be surprised at the twist and turns that these characters go through.  You will find yourself just wanting to know what happened to these characters.  I highly recommend this book as I know you will want to see what happens next in this series.
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This mystery has it all: haunted house, mysterious things that go bump-in-the-night, romance, character journey and, of course, a nice twist at the end. Anita has penned a story that is both fun and scary. I loved romping through the old house and discovering its secrets along the way, it took me back to my Nancy Drew-lovin' days. Suspects were plentiful, with some being fun, while others being just plain suspicious from the first, giving the mystery lover a great deal to ponder as they try to solve the source of the hauntings.
1244677
I love this author!  She's witty and the plot is always full of suspense.  It's a quick read, but lots of fun and excitement!
4119157
I do not know why I have not read any books by this author before but I am glad I did now. This book was full of suspense and get me reading long into the night. It was fast paced which made for better reading. I also liked that this was a legal suspense book. Having worked in the legal field for many years I liked to read books with this theme sometimes. It was not good that the further Hayden got into the case the more people turned up dead. It made you wonder what exactly was going on. Don't worry it all comes together in the end. I thought Hayden was a good strong main character and look forward to reading more books about her and the cases she takes on. I also liked how we got a taste of Hayden and Andrew's relationship. Oh and the author did a good job of describing scenes and how certain things worked like the juvenile detention center. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
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I enjoyed book 1 of this series, and I have to say , that I found this one even better.
In Antioch, TX the police department has been exposed to criminals from NYC.
This time, it will directly affect Nikki, the chief of police administrative assistant, and Detective  Pete, whom we met in book 1. They met 2 years ago and an attraction was there , but not openly acknowledged.
When Nikki and her grandmother witness a violent crime, Pete is determined to keep her safe. A relationship begins but Pete considers himself too old for her, and she wonders if it will end when the case closes.
Its a story filled with suspense, criminals, family moments, and romance. Never a dull moment . Will the crime be solved and will Nikki and Pete find their HEA?
The plot and the  characters were well developed. Looking forward to more books in this series.
I was gifted this copy by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
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I truly enjoyed this book. It not only contains suspense but also humor. It gives you some background about the characters but it is written with some humor. It is easy reading and fun. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good book.
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What a fun book. I like the lighter mysteries. You can say Im addicted to them. They are the perfect fun stories when I need something lighter than the horror I usually read.

Murder On Pea Pike was a happy surprise.  As were some of the characters I met. Hands down, my favorite was Honey. After breaking up with her boyfriend she lands on her feet, getting a job with a big time realtors office. Too bad she runs into a snag. A big one. She finds not one but two dead bodies, and a cache of diamonds. This puts her on the list of suspects. Good thing the sheriff has a crush on her and shes free to do some sleuthing. Otherwise, theres a cell with her name on it, or worse.

Honey just stole my heart. Shes smart, plucky, and it was pure fun to walk in her shoes. As I mentioned, the sheriff has a crush on her, but she has a crush on her sexy boss. All through the book I wanted her to choose the guy I thought she should be with it. Not able to tell you how that turned out without spoiling things. It sure heightened my anticipation as I turned each page.

The mystery isn't an easy one to solve. I had a couple of those I see moments once the bad guy was revealed. The author did a great job of seeding clues throughout the book and disguising them so well you skim right past them with nary a clue yourself.

Loads of fun, strong writing that just flows right along and one of the most satisfying and surprising endings Ive read in quite a while.

I received a complimentary copy. My review is voluntarily given.
3847177
This book is entertaining, exciting and full of suspense.  I had trouble putting it down.  I really liked this book and appreciate how it flows.
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I really enjoyed the story line and the characters.  They were creative, and you got to know them well. I like how the many creatures were interwoven in a such a suspenseful plot.  I really enjoyed this book and hopefully it will not be a long wait for the next book.