4.5★ Title: Cage of Ice and Echoes by Pam Godwin Author: Pam Godwin Genre: Dark Romance Type: Book two in the Frozen Fate trilogy Published: April 23, 2024 Racing against time, those that remain at Hoss must solve a riddle in order to save their lives. Armed with their knowledge and commitment to each other, they are met with several obstacles, yet they forge ahead in the only way they know how. “Every battle, every blizzard, has led us to discover a strength within ourselves and in one another.” In starting this story, I had hoped a certain character would have a larger role, and those ch ..read more

4.25★ Title: Skin Author: Audrey Rush Genre: Erotic Horror Type: Standalone Published: August 6, 2023 Theodore Wright was well aware of his predilections yet he could not reject the ultimate request to take his skills to the next level. “I don’t look at the body like a woman. It’s a specimen. An object to preserve.” Narrated from Theodore’s POV, his world is one of extremes. The erotic horror elements were cringeworthy and without emotion, which fit Theodore’s identity. I was pleasantly surprised by the turn of events too ..read more

4.5★ Title: The Outlaw Noble Salt Author: Amy Harmon Genre: Historical Fiction Type: Standalone Published: April 9, 2024 Known as an outlaw to many but also as fair and kind to others, Butch Cassidy was a man who made certain choices and was ready to take responsibility for them. Yet, when Butch assumes a new identity during an unexpected encounter, he is willing to sacrifice and protect two people extremely dear to him. “You can never leave it all. Not something you’re raised on. It’s part of you. You don’t ever get rid of it. Most things aren’t all good or all bad.” In starting this stor ..read more

4.75★ Title: One Hundred Saints Author: Yolanda Olson Genre: Horror Type: Standalone Published: March 26, 2024 After Hurricane Katrina, Emily Thibideaux returns home to New Orleans to find her childhood friend, Grimm Valot, but many years have passed and the bayou has a way of taking care of its own. “How do I save her from her when I don’t know if I can really save her from myself?” With a heavy atmosphere of dark magic setting the tone, this story lures the curious and traps the naïve. The conflict Grimm feels is substantial, as his higher calling has become essential to his soul. The pa ..read more

Rating: 5 out of 5. Hills of Shivers and Shadows is a riveting start to the Frozen Fate Duet that left me utterly captivated from start to finish. Pam Godwin once again proves her mastery of the dark contemporary romance genre, delivering an intoxicating blend of psychological depth and raw emotion. From the moment I delved into Frankie’s harrowing journey, I was hooked. The intricate web of dysfunction she finds herself entangled in after being abducted is both thrilling and empowering as she discovers a strength she never knew she possessed. Godwin expertly crafts a cast of characters tha ..read more

4★ Title: Diavola Author: Jennifer Thorne Genre: Horror Type: Standalone Published: March 26, 2024 As an artist and outcast, Anna Pace begrudgingly agrees to meet her family for a Tuscan vacation. As she tries to sidestep the accusations and arguments, the villa seems to present its own diversion of curiosities, bringing Ana back into the forefront. “I’m not a lost lamb. I’m a black sheep. These are two very different things.“ In this narrative, the overarching genre of horror is pervasive, yet themes of isolation and agency are weaved into Ana’s character. The prose are descriptive and ev ..read more

4★ Title: Wanted Author: K.A. Merikan Genre: MM Romance Type: Standalone in the series, Wrong Side of the Tracks Published: March 20, 2024 Knox Macy and Liver “Liv” Polk have always been there for each other as best friends, and when they get into an irrevocable situation causing them to go off the grid, their bond significantly deepens. “You wanted to test out a dick. Is mine meeting your expectations?” In this character driven story, Knox and Liv have complimentary personalities and both feel a strong need to be protective of each other. While Knox leans on the nurturing side, Liv wants ..read more

5★★★★★Stars Genre: Dark Romantic Suspense Type: Book 1 of 3 POV: First Person – Multiple This review can also be found on GOODREADS and AMAZON. Frankie Novak finds herself making a hard decision for herself but she knew it was the best decision even if it devastated her. What she did not expected was to be abducted and taken from the life that she knew. Her life was not perfect before this but she was bound to stay strong for herself no matter what, she needed to survive. She finds herself stuck in the middle of nowhere somewhere in Alaska’s wilderness and with four wild man with no where to r ..read more

3.75★ Title: The Anti-Hero Author: Sara Cate Genre: Contemporary Romance Type: Standalone in a series Published: July 14, 2023 Adam Goode lived in the looming shadow of his preacher father and sought a life following his footsteps. After a random encounter with a pink-haired tattooed Sage Astor, Adam’s view of good and bad begins to shift in a way that cannot be easily reversed. “She’s not like the women I date: quiet, compliant, shoving their feelings down to avoid confrontation.” Narrated in dual POV, Adam and Sage are opposites in many ways, but as they unite with a common goal, more is ..read more

4★ Title: The Law of Deceit Author: K Webster Genre: Taboo Romance Type: Standalone in a series Published: March 11, 2024 For years, Dempsey Parks only had eyes for Sloane Thurman, his mom’s best friend who happens to be a police officer. Known as the bad boy of the family, Dempsey is used to low expectations but he wants to share much more with the woman of his desires. “We both have our roles to play. In time, however, I’m going to wear that woman down.” Narrated in dual POV, the connection between Dempsey and Sloane slowly builds as Dempsey proves himself on multiple occasions. As the t ..read more