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⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Deception Most Deadly  Genevieve Essig Cassie travels from her home in New York to meet her Aunt Flora in the town of Fernandina, Florida. Aunt Flora is truly modern woman of 1883 - never married, no children, owns her own business - a perfumery recently ruined a fire. Though she has many friends, and pets - Aunt Flora also has a few enemies , such as Peanut Runkles, her next door neighbor. On an evening walk, Cassie finds his body; Aunt Flora is charged with his murder and Flora is determined to prove her innocence. In the course of the investigation, Cassie learns about her father, recently deceased, as well as many family secrets. This is a slow build cozy mystery - twists were good as well as family secrets. But the story lagged - could be cut down to allow for a quicker and more interesting read.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Girl From Paris Ella Carey Amazing story - women supporting women,  mentoring and pushing women in business to live their dreams, hold off on marriage. Beautiful story about a young woman determined to fulfill her life long dream- fashion design and her own business. Vianne loses her mother , father and sister in a matter of weeks - leaving Vianne to run her father's antique store until her brother's return at the end of the war. Upon Jacques' return with his wife, Vianne is kicked out.  With the help of mother's best friend,  Vianne has a home, a job as a seamstress. And finally has the money to book passage to New York. Fate plays a hand - landing Vianne a designer job at an atelier. Her dreams become reality as young entrepreneur Giorgio Valentino tempts Vianne's strict dedication.  @bookouture #thegirlfromparis #bookrecommendations #booktour #ellacarey #daughtersofnewyork #daughtersofnewyorkseries #womensfiction

Stillwater Island Greg Olsen ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have not read previous books in this series - I did not have an issue keeping up with the characters, nuances, etc. It may have enhanced my understanding of Megan but did not hold me back. Megan is called to the house of Marlena and her son Bennie - they have gone missing. The husband, Ben, called the police; due to a recent separation, Ben has been staying at the cabin. Not only does his behavior seem off to Megan, Ben can't pinpoint the day they could have vanished. Together, Ronnie and Megan begin their investigation - Ben, the son of a wealthy businessman; Cyrus, Ben's father; Helen, Megan's mother; neighbors. Marlena had few friends - typical in a controlling and possibly abusive relationship. Ben failed to mention Marlena is pregnant. Great characters - I really enjoy Megan's blunt, make it happen regardless of the rules personality. Looking forward to the next in the series.   

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Alessia enjoys a quiet night at home, sitting on her couch when a brick is thrown threw her window.  With a message - Found You.  Alessia knows her past is coming for her - the past she has kept from her husband.   Two girls play in a small, abandoned cottage. Both girls abused, terrified of him.  Loved the characters,  plot. Great suspense.   Highly recommend. #bookouture #bookontour #illnevertell #caseykelleher #bookreviews #books #bookrecommendation #thriller

Malevolent Nevers  Tim Rimer ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Abel Ward left his home as soon as he could.  Just about twenty years later, his high school crush, Daisy,  calls. His great aunt Elma is quickly declining.  Si simply wants to spend his time with his bestie and girlfriend,  Mags. Instead he's forced to tag along with his dad.  They call to Si - in his dreams, in his thoughts they call his name.  Elma recites the age old rhyme.  The nevers calling for the blood of the promised Ward. Abel chooses to bury her - and the nightmare begins.   Creepy.  Violent creatures.  Lots of goo. An old Victorian house. And a family legacy to protect the town. Great read. #horror #creepybook #malevolentnevers #timrimer #zooloobooktours #shadowsparkpub #book #booktour #bookrecommendations 

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chase finally has a chance with Suzy - after years of pursuit. Only to have it interrupted by his best friends, Thurman and Avi. His brother is in trouble - Riordan needs his brother's help. Chase decides to finish with Suzy first only to find a blood bath at his house.  Their parents do not approve of Riordan's sexuality, or his boyfriend Nathan. They hired a vampire - who mistakenly attacked Riordan instead of Nathan.  Chase refuses to allow the Alpha to push aside this event -creating a massive fight, the majority of the pack dead.  Chase, Avi, Thurman, Riordan and Nathan strike out on their own - decades of searching for a home.  Years later a pack running from vampires moves into the town owned by Chase and his family.  Carley catches Chase's eye, and maybe his heart. They need to resolve so many issues - like Carley's pack and their need for protection, the brutality of some of its members. And Chase's need for Carley. Great shifter novel ...