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Not Dead Enough

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This book deserves a solid 4.5 stars, without a doubt.

I found myself thoroughly enjoying this story, marking it as my first experience with this particular author. I’m genuinely excited to explore the other books in this series in the near future. While there were a few minor instances of sentences feeling slightly out of order, these issues were not significant enough to detract from the overall narrative. The pacing commenced a bit slowly, but it quickly gained momentum, particularly with the entrance of the main female character. The plot was well-structured, providing a refreshing and engaging flow that made it easy to follow along and immerse myself in the story. The character development was commendable, with each individual embodying their roles in a way that felt authentic within their contexts. I found myself rooting for all the characters, even the antagonists, as they were portrayed in a way that made their actions believable and, honestly, relatable.

The protagonist, Brett Perkins, was a soldier whose life took a tragic turn at the hands of a mysterious entity known as the Project, which ultimately led to his death. However, his story does not end there—he was resurrected, only to discover that life after death was far from a dream. Following the destruction of their base, which resulted from a daring escape by its inhabitants, Brett and his team are now tasked with hunting down and eliminating a group of rogue vampires. These cunning creatures have evaded capture since the chaos of the base’s demise. When they begin abducting human women, Brett and his companions quickly realize that the situation is dire and cannot bode well for the victims involved. Their urgency escalates when they arrive on the scene just moments after the latest victim has been snatched away.

Julia Collier, the female lead, is navigating her own turbulent life, recently separated and in the throes of a divorce from her husband. Her ex-husband is a well-regarded figure in their town, which has unfortunately resulted in a campaign to tarnish Julia’s reputation, turning friends and acquaintances against her. Adding to the tension, her ex has dispatched thugs to follow her, issuing threats that leave her feeling cornered and vulnerable. When she discovers men lurking outside her home, she fears that her ex is finally poised to act on his threats, prompting her to muster the courage to fight back. What she fails to realize is the true nature of the individuals who are actually after her.

I was particularly drawn to Julia’s character; she embodies strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Instead of crumbling under pressure, she stands her ground, showcasing a remarkable fortitude that is often lacking in female characters within the genre. The male characters are equally compelling, portraying soldiers who transcend typical stereotypes and embody camaraderie and friendship that go beyond mere battlefield bonds.

Overall, I believe this story will captivate anyone interested in the paranormal, offering a blend of suspense, strong characters, and vivid storytelling that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

My rating: ★★★★½

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The Handbook

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The story begins at a leisurely pace, introducing the main characters individually, but gains momentum when Nikki and Derek meet. While some characters are mere stereotypes, they serve to advance the plot effortlessly. More classroom interactions would have been preferable, as the main characters, particularly the teacher, often end up clubbing instead.

Nikki Sloan, after being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, spirals downward, despite the relationship not being right for her. As she starts to recover, a disastrous date sends her plunging back into despair. Discovering a notebook claiming to transform her into the ultimate seductress, she embarks on a journey to gain confidence and power.

Derek Anderson, a professor rumored to be involved with his students, finds himself coerced into taking over another instructor’s classes when the dean hears of his alleged affairs. This twist of fate brings him and Nikki together. Derek, who prides himself on bachelorhood, begins to see the potential for change.

Initially, Nikki appears immature, but she matures significantly as she follows the notebook’s advice. Derek, too, starts off seeming juvenile but reveals deeper layers. Although this genre isn’t my usual preference, I find these stories quite engaging and am open to exploring more.

This book should appeal to anyone who enjoys a heartfelt romance with a guaranteed happy ending.

My rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Imitation and Alchemy

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Once more, I was drawn into the world of these unique vampires with their fascinating lives. The humans connected to them are equally intriguing, living alongside predators who are just a moment away from turning on them. The seamless introduction of new characters gives an immediate understanding of their personas.

Ben expected a tranquil summer before his final college semester, but that was wishful thinking. Tenzin, intrigued by the prospect of locating a trove of invaluable medieval coins for the vampire ruling Naples, planned a trip to Italy.

Ben vowed not to get entangled in another of Tenzin’s plots. A year later, he finds himself on the brink of another Italian adventure with her, lacking crucial details. Once again, Tenzin’s actions surprise him, revealing hidden agendas. Yet, this apparent debacle might have a silver lining.

The sequel may lack the action of its predecessor, but it offers a more compelling narrative that delves deeper into Ben and Tenzin’s relationship. Ben contemplates his significance to Tenzin, who appears to have claimed him as her own. As they embark on their new partnership and living situation, their lives are bound to become even more entwined.

My rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Smolder

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Smolder by Gina Watson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Love the St. Martin family Saga! The stories are all self-contained but still allow for the cameo appearance of others from previous books. You get a heads up on who the next story will be about with the introduction of another family member who may have been mentioned but never seen before. The sex scenes are hot without being trashy and definitely heat up the page. The characters are worth getting to know because they feel right and make you want to know them better. The setting is contemporary and so you can feel even more a part of things since you are looking at your reality more or less.

Campbell Lee St. Martin is a millionaire businessman who has grown bored with vanilla sex. He doesn’t want BDSM but a little lust and aggression that is sorely missing. Camp is engaged to Kim, a very repressed young woman, but because he has been divorced before he does want to admit defeat once again.

Along comes Jenny who is nothing like Kim. While he is totally taken with her he cannot decide whether he wants to kill her or date her. Jenny has had a hard life and decided that a permanent man in her life is something she does not need. But once Campbell has set his mind to something or someone, he intends to succeed.

A nice hot and sweet story with a perfect ending.



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“My parents had pushed me to accept your engagement. I thought I could learn to be all the things that you wanted, but your… your raw sexuality scares me. You deserve to be with someone who can satisfy your desire. I love you as a sister loves a brother. Let’s not be sad about this. It wasn’t meant to happen for us.”

Kimberly to Campbell St. Martin
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A Christmas Cackle

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A Christmas Cackle: F*cked-Up Festive Shorts

by Matt Shaw

This book has a parental advisory on the cover because of language but it is fairly mild in actuality. The stories themselves though could be a bit offensive to some people. There is no character development just descriptions of who the people are and what they are like. The language is rough but not totally crude like I expected it to be. These were not even shorts, more like micro stories. It was not scary or edgy or really even that interesting to me. It was however very much about the holiday and what it has become.

Our narrator is on the first floor of a families home as they sleep upstairs on Christmas Eve. He wants to be present for the arrival of Father Christmas, who he wants to see taken out for making Christmas about gifts. He wants it to go back to being about the religious day it had been before his advent.

It was a quick read.

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

My name is Jesus and I hate Christmas. I used to love it when it was all about me. It was, after all, my birthday, but then this big, fat cunt came along and stole the limelight from me by giving everyone else presents.