Absolutely thrilling and adorable!
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Stacy is a reluctant beauty living in a small town working as a bartender when she meets the man of her dreams one night. Trying to resist his charms, she ignores him, but Jeromy is persistent and before long they are living a dream life. All is not perfect however and Stacy finds herself longing for Jeromy's best friend. A horrible tragedy is the catalyst for heartbreak and pain, leading to unintended betrayal. Stacy needs to make a choice. But which man will she choose, and will fate make the choice for her? I gobbled up every word of this book. The writing is breezy and sexy. Stacy is a realistic character and is well written. There is lots of fun in this book, along with some very edgy themes. A very satisfying read.
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I found not only this one, but all of the HARRY POTTER book's breathtaking, thrilling, and enchanting. At some points I forgot it was fiction. That's how trapt you get in the story! I could not put it down (somewhat normal for me) but, not as much as these. I read the last one in  two days! The character felt so alive that you cry, laugh,and even feel  their rage, also many other feelings. This is a fast moving fantasy that  really captures the readers heart and puts it in the book.  Reading it then  makes it all the better.
4482012
What a thrilling rollercoaster of a ride this story is. The author has such a fantastic imagination and it is ably displayed in this book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story which is equally good for both children (from about 9 yrs old) and adults.

The story is based around 3 children who meet each other in a strange mansion which has just appeared in town. They encounter a witch whilst exploring the old mansion who, places a deadly curse on them to be activated at midnight on Halloween. It's a race against time for the three young budding magicians to find out what they can about magic in order to meet the witch in an exciting showdown to save their lives. They are assisted by a friendly old shopkeeper who knows a thing or two about magic. I was on the edge of my seat, willing the characters in the book to win the battles of magic and wills against a formidable evil witch out for blood.

I recommend this book to anyone who likes reading magic and adventure stories. This is one of the best you will come across and the door has been left open for further adventures of the 3 novice magicians. I can't wait for book 2.
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This is such a great book! I would recommend it to anyone over 12 because it has some elements that are not appropriate for younger kids. The storyline was very thrilling and I cant wait to read the next one!
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Fall into a world of Adventure!

Beautiful imagery and a world filled with memorable characters. The world building was wonderful and felt very real. I could almost see myself in this new and strange world right along with Jillian, Bob, and Millie.

The romance was well paced and sweet. I liked that it wasn't the sole focus of the story thought it added to it without completely overtaking everything else.

Bob was Jillian's cat and once he was able to talk became the smart alec and wisecracking companion. He and Millie both brought a lot of comedy as well as friendship to the story.

Millie the goat was the loyal best friend who always made you smile. I really enjoyed her and Jillian's interactions. They were so funny and even though they were different species it was easy to see them as best friends who had known each other forever.

Jillian is your average college student. She was a very likeable character. Jillian is a brave and loyal friend who I could really relate to. She did get herself into a bit of trouble along the way, but she never gave up. She was also very friendly and outgoing. It was easy to see why she made so many friends along the way.

If your looking for an exciting adventure, look no further than Aeviternus Adventures. I'm excited to see what happens next in this series and can't wait for the next book!
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I bought this because the hype was so good and I wanted to see how an author could pull off an entire book based on this character! I am only on Chapter 7 and I have left the book only to come and review it - I am unexpectedly fascinated.  It is amazing the way the author is able to portray emotion and humor through this little girl.  I cannot wait to read the rest!
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My Darkest Passion is a sexy, risky, thrilling ride that had me at the edge of my seat. I just ate it up!

I love being in the world of this series with its political structures, the fingers-to-the-head greetings, the oaths of fealty and all the great characters - this book had all of that, but also went some exciting new places.

The book opens with a kind of mystery as Harsh and Kynan are investigating the situation with Addison, who was kidnapped by evil Giuseppe Infante. Giuseppe tried to kill her and thereby increase his magic, but instead, Addison ended up with all these dangerous powers - she has no idea what is going on, she just knows she is in awful trouble.

And I have to say, Harsh might be my favorite hero - I love how keenly intelligent and strong he is, a cooling, calming force and the perfect match for the unrestrained heat and power of Addison. Even though the fierce alpha Kynan was around a lot of the time, Harsh really stole the show; I loved being in his head and watching  his relationship with Addison evolve and deepen, and how the trust with them built.

It was also exciting to see Addison learn about this new world and make difficult choices, and as events escalate, the book becomes un-put-downable.

I've been reading the My Immortals series since the beginning, (and, full disclosure, I am pals with Carolyn Jewel, though I was reading this series before that!) Anyway, I feel like the world itself evolved in smart, important ways with this book. Big things are happening!

A lot of thrilling intrigue and hotness. Can't wait until the next.
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This book was a complete surprise as it was not really announced in advance, so I considered it a special gift. Additionally, this was probably my favourite book so far. It was sweet, with a lot of suspense and it made me laugh. Jake aka Deputy March is the main male protagonist and familiar from previous books. Kelsey, the main female character, is new to Everlasting and her reactions are hilarious at times.
I am not a huge fan of love at first sight but this one was done masterfully and the story is delightful. Some of the familiar side characters are prominently featured, Hugh, Curt, Penelope, Wilber, Petey and Jolene. We also meet a new interesting character, which I hope will be featured in future books.
The story is interesting and I couldn't put it down. The villains were oh so evil! and so sneaky, they made the story even better. I absolutely adore this series.
The book can be read as standalone but the suggested reading order is: Dead Man Talking (The Happily Everlasting Series, #1), Once Hunted, Twice Shy (The Happily Everlasting Series, #2), Fooled Around and Spelled In Love (The Happily Everlasting Series, #3), Witchful Thinking (The Happily Everlasting Series, #4), Total Eclipse of The Hunt (The Happily Everlasting Series, #5) and Curses and Cupcakes (The Happily Everlasting Series #6).
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! The story is captivating and imaginative. The art is lovingly simple. Both leave your mind hungering for more.

Baby Wumpus is too adorable! That little stinky creature is my favorite so far.

I can't wait to read more of Winter Beard's adventures!
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This book was thrilling, well written, very imaginative and so much fun!  It is an action adventure with great details, fantastic characters - good and bad, and was a pleasure to read.  I cannot wait for more!
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I purchased this book as a Halloween gift for my nephew and after reading it to him, we both absolutely adored it!  The author has delivered a delightful and captivating rhyme for children of all ages.  There is something magical about this story which not only celebrates the uniqueness of the characters, but also the endearing feeling we all succumb to around this time of year.  The illustrations are even more splendid as they kept the attention of my nephew focused while he explored each verse with me.  I would recommend this book to any child, parent, teacher, librarian, grandparent, and of course, uncle and auntie like me!  We loved it!
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I have been anxiously awaiting this book since last October, and it was worth the wait!  The characters continue to grow and develop, the scenery descriptions are phenomenal, and the action is non-stop.  I devoured this quickly, less than 24 hours after receiving it, and I can hardly wait to read it again, sharing it with my two sons.  They are the ages that this book is written for, but these books speak to people of all ages, as this mom can attest.  I eagerly look forward to the final book in this series, and sharing these books with my kids.
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This book was so good I hated to see it end and cant wait to read the next one in this interesting series. I love that there are such interesting characters and how they interact with each other. This book has a lot of humor in it as well to help balance out the horror. There is lots of adventure, traveling, obstacles for the characters to overcome.  My favorite character is Grace, a girl who appears to be slow but appearances can be deceiving--she is brilliant! This is one thrilling series for sure!
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When I first started the book, I was intrigued but wary. There were a few times I had my doubts - the dialogue was awkward and stilted sometimes. But by the time I finished, I was 100% hooked and I am now foaming at the mouth in anticipation of the sequel. This is going to be one fantastic series!

The plot is so unique, the way Anastasia Hopcus is weaving the supernatural side of the story is very original and captivating. The way it is blended somehow with genetics and ancestry makes a great mystery and I can't wait to see what turn the series will take next.

Phe is a fun and engaging character, whether she is with Zach and surrounded by relationship intensity or with her friends Toy and Adriana and consumed with girly things. Her part of the magical mystery the town is steeped in is not fully developed yet, and I can't wait to see what happens next with her character either!

So, even though the book isn't perfect, this is a brilliant start to a series and I am absolutely going to be reading the sequel as soon as I can get my hands on it.
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I had only just discovered this series in January, so imagine my delight when the next installment came out only a month later!  This installment is all about a girl named Gemma and her involvement in the family business, which just happens to be smuggling.  Through her involvement she meets an undercover agent named Logan, who can't tell for himself if Gemma is innocent to the underhanded transgressions of her uncle or as deeply involved as it gets.
Gemma is impulsive and strong, almost "one of the guys" for her time period, as she was raised and let to run wild in on the moors of scotland riding her beloved horse and learning to shoot with great marksmanship.  She's confident, but also very kind, and she loves her guardians (brother and sister, her aunt and uncle) very much, to the point she wishes she could be more of a "lady" for her aunt, but her uncle's draw to danger seems to have put a stop to that.
I loved how Logan initially saw Gemma, he was being a bit of a creeper while Gemma was out riding, and it was just one of those initial sparks that always ignites into something powerful, and these two are no exception.
Gemma's wild spirit reminds me of Sophie from Zodiac book #2, but without the disillusioned heartbreak Sophie had to endure to get to where she was.  Gemma is very much her own character and has her own distinct personality and baggage.
Speaking of Sophie, one of my absolute favorite parts about this series is how the characters from the other novels pop up, and my girl Sophie plays a fabulous role in this book as none other than herself.  I'm one of those readers who has a hard time saying goodbye to the characters in books once their story is over, and this Zodiac series mentions past characters oe involves them in some way that just leaves me completely delighted. And then there's the newly named Undesirables; the formerly criminal servants who help things run smoothly on the domestic front for the zodiac.
I really just love the world Cole has created here and really hope it goes past 12 books, I'll be reading every installment I can get my hands on and consider these novels "reread" material, I'll keep going back to visit again and again.
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What a supremely awesome book! I absolutely love the characters. They are strong, funny, fascinating, quirky, just everything you could ever want in a character. This unlikely pair actually compliment each other and are the perfect zany duo to search out adventure and intrigue! I can't wait to read more about them and watch this relationship blossom!
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4.5 Stars

What an absolutely delightful and adorable book!

I loved that we followed the adventures of a younger dragon on her home planet, with the humans being the ones on the side lines. That was a great twist in storytelling that I really enjoyed.

The change of view points from the dragons, the dragons groombug and Hote, a human boy, made for easy ready and a steady flow throughout the story. I never felt myself lost as to who was talking or needing more information then what was given.

It felt like a coming of age story that honestly would be a great read for anyone. I plan on passing the book down to my preteen for him to read.

Thank you for the lovely story and for the change of pace from the typical story of dragons being something to be feared.