Wildstone, we meet again!
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Rainy Day Friends takes us back to Wildstone, California to the Capriotti famil winery, where Lanie Jacobs finds a new job, and a new start after her husband dies.
We are first introduced to Wildstone in Lost and Found Sisters, and in this, the second book of the series, we find ourselves meeting a whole new family and set of lovable characters. I was intrigued how this story would pan out, it certainly kept me captivated through Ms Shalvis genuinely heartfelt writing, the story of a big, crazy yet loyal family that is the Capriottis and their winery.
I loved Lanies determination for a fresh start and resolve not to love again, yet the Capriotti family, and in particular, one single-father local law enforcement officer Mark Capriotti, slowly chip away at her heart. Enter River, a pregnant young lady, with a lot more in common with Lanie than one would think, gorgeous twin girls, and a loyal and loving matriarch of the family, and we have a well-written, funny and heartwarming story that fans of contemporary romance will just love! Readers of Jill Shalvis will not be disappointed and Im sure Rainy Day Friends will pull in new fans to this amazing author as well! I look forward to, hopefully, another book in the Wildstone series!

I received a copy of this book, with the knowledge that I would give an honest review, all thoughts are my own. Thank you!
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I have been waiting for MM to write again and I am not disappointed! This book has such a great first encounter that it alone may be worth the stars. The situation is delightfully complicated and of course gets more so before resolving. I await the stories of the other sisters with delighted anticipation.
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I absolutely love the Wildstone novels. There's not just one thing, but it's the combination of Shalvis's quick wit and humor, along with the tender moments between friends and family members, and the fun ups and downs of new love. I'm amazed at the unique scenarios Shalvis comes up with! In this instance, Lanie is a widow dealing with the information that she was only the first of several wives for her late husband. I never could have predicted the roller coaster Shalvis laid out when River and Lanie come together. And Lanie's grief and humiliation is only one layer on top of the scars from a childhood where she never felt wanted or loved. So it was especially fun to watch her reactions to the almost automatic love and acceptance by the whole Capriotti clan. This book was filled with fun and tears and laughter. I can't wait to read more!

I was given a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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This book was really fun! Erin Hunter stopped writing from Firehearts point of view after the first series, so I was really craving more of him.

After Fireheart  receives a dream from the former Skyclan leader,  Cloudstar, he sets out on a
 quest to restore Skyclan, a long lost and forgotten clan, who driven out from the forest by other clans a very, very, long time ago.

Fireheart takes Sandstorm with him and tries to find the scattered descendants of Skyclan, who have either become rogues or kittypets.

I admire Firestars belief in reviving Skyclan. I hope Erin Hunter makes some more books about my favourite character.

I have to give this book five stars, and would give it more if I could. It's defenitly a good read.
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It was so nice to get back to the Merki universe! Mark has done a great job picking up where he left off after Operation Breakout. I don't know what I was expecting, but he managed to surprise me with a couple of twists.
Of course the end is a bit of a cliffhanger but, as long as Mark doesn't wait years for the next book, I'm fine with that!
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Skye Jordan did it again... The Wildwood series keeps getting better!
Avery Hart is back  in Wildwood and newly divorced. She is trying to get back onto her feet after returning to her hometown. She is living with her aunt Phoebe and being helped by her older sister Delaney. She is fighting to keep it together while everyone is thinking she is fragile.
Trace Hutton is also back in Wildwood. He is looking for a new start and he wants to make a name for his contracting business. The town is not ready to give Trace a chance but he is determined.
As Avery's building is undergoing renovations, she has to deal with the history of the building. The history that kept the town from wanting her & her sisters to keep the location open. But Avery did ther work to bring people to her side. And that work included Trace working extra hard for her.  During these renovations, Avery and Trace became close.
Book 1 of the series was great... It introduced us to Wildwood and the family dynamics that ran through the town. But the beauty of Avery and Trace's story was even more fantastic. the two showed friendship, trust, and togetherness. Trace showed a demeanor that society didn't believe but he also had a hard life due to the mistakes of others.
The connection between Trace and Avery was even more special because of their similarities. They were held together by the pain of their lives. I loved their connection and enjoyed the storyline. Even though there is lots of goodies that Avery created, Skye definitely created a sweet connection between the two. Loved it.
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You really are dumped right into the thick of things, like Kaylin, and getting little reprieve from the actions of the previous book. This is seriously non-stop.

Sagara does a great job of bringing us back to the characters we missed and helping us get attached to and invested in new characters. We also get to see Kaylin meeting someone: a meet and greet that was a long time coming and I am seriously excited to see how they continue to interact.

Some spoilers ahead but not major ones.

Though we get very little Nightshade or even Severn (sometimes I totally forgot Severn was with Kaylin, he was so silent), the character development of Kaylin made up for it. Sometimes, as her friends pointed out, she got a little too whine-y but her discovery of home was - to me - worth it.

This was a great book and did well in setting up Kaylin's next adventure. I'm looking forward to reading about her growing family and especially the inevitable trouble the two boys will get her in.
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Fun to have old friends from the Beyonders appear to help out!! Hardest part is the waiting for next book !!
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Hi! Guys i got already i'm so happy very beautiful! Thanks to all of you outhere. Hope to see next time once again. More power to your company and tonyou Guys. Have a nice Day!!!
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"It is time!" The third installment to the Horn King series is here, and just as the last two it doesn't disappoint. Once again we are travelling with our dear and closest friends in Ruauck-El right where book two (The Dragon God)  left off. We journey with them as they each take on new callings that may not always be together. With each passing day we watch them grow. Sometimes through pain, other times joy, even loneliness. We walk with them through all of this marveling at the person they are on their way to becoming and wondering where they will go next. They are not perfect but is that true for anyone? The more I read of them the more I feel as though they are my family. I feel what they feel and I grow to love them more with each page. My favorite character has changed so many times I am honestly unsure that i could just pick pne anymore. This is always a series I will love. Not many authours can deliver this type of story again and again. Wyckoff is a truly amazing storyteller and I honestly never want this story to end! I can't wait for the next adventure. I want to see what my family has been up to again.
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So we are back with the wulvers and the MacFalon's. We come to at a time near the end of the first book. This time we get Donal and Kristin's story. They connect at once and it is so hot! But with him as the new Laird and her a wulver, they know it will be tough. With lots of surprises and turns in the story, it keeps you on your feet needing to know how this works out. I love the whole setting and storyline. It flows wonderfully and written perfectly. I can't wait to read more about this wonderful series!
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I was waiting for this book. It was like meeting up with old friends!
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What can you say, the two are together again with a wild and romantic flair!  I think that you'll love!
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It is so wonderful to see these men again!  I love them so much!!!

I love all of their powers!  It's great to see them use them!  This is unlike any paranormal that you will read! In this second book you get to know these men better.  Delve into their lives and their hearts.

This has everything a M/M book should be and a whole lot more!!!
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another excellent addition to the Crispin Guest series.  In this book Crispin and Jack once again are in the wrong place and the wrong time and get caught up with the theft of the stone of destiny which has been stolen by Scottish rebels from it's place of honor under the chair of Kings.
Kings Henry will be very embarrassed if the stone is not found and returned in three days time before an official ceremony.  He tasks Crispin with the job of finding the stone, and to make sure he understands the urgency of the job, the King takes Jack as a hostage and will execute him for treason if the stone isn't found at the end of day three.
With the help of his cross-dressing friend John/Elenore he makes his way back and forth across London dealing with three different Scottish parties who all seem to have different parts of the plan to play, basically the right hand not knowing what the left hand is doing.  Will Crispin find the stone in time to save Jack?  You will have to pick up the book for yourself to find out.  As I say with my other reviews for this series, be sure to get the first books and read them in order before enjoying this book, it isn't that the book can't "stand alone" as it's own story, it certainly can, but you will miss out on the richness of all the characters and how all their stories are interwoven together through the series if you just read this book without having the other books in your library to enjoy first.
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This latest release by my Wolfstone, i can't wait to hear the songs in full. I am so happy they sound as good as or better on Terra Firma as compared to Almost an Island. Have heard no other recordings by Wolfstone, but this is the absolute best with all its kickass Scottish Celtic rythym. It's Wolfstone! Perfect timing on the pipes, violin etc with beautiful vocals in harmony and Scotch accented. Is this the latest album by Wolfstone? please let me know.
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I have loved each of the books in this series. I had read the prior ones (in order) in rapid succession after discovering this author and story line. Having been patient (barely), I can happily say it was worth the wait to meet up with the group again in this new book. When the next installment of the series comes out, I hope there will be more of an an opportunity to catch up with the first group and have more interaction with the newly introduced characters. Thanks for a great read!