Review: Loving Donovan by Bernice McFadden

Loving Donovan by Bernice L. McFadden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars.

Published: May 2015

Campbell and Donovan were meant to be together. It took them nearly half of their lives to find each other, and when they do the connection is immediate. But they both have been on their own for so long, will they be able to navigate a relationship? Their romance is not conventional and that has a lot to do with their pasts. The story is told from both of their perspectives, starting when they are young children. We see how the events of their youth, affect their future.

Thanks to @melantedreader on Instagram for this recommendation. She is doing a buddy read of this on Instagram so check it out. 

I love a good love story and this is one for the books. The love between Campbell and Donovan is not simple and easy, even though it should be. They each have their own issues to work through, and for Donovan that proves to be more difficult. They each get in their own way of finding and keeping love in their lives. Will they be able to get out of their own ways in order to make the relationship work?

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Audio Book Review: Intercepted by Alexa Martin

Intercepted by Alexa  Martin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: September 2018
 

Marlee and Chris have been dating on an off since high school and have known each other even longer. Marlee was there long before Chris was a Mustang. But when a new player joins the team, it's someone Marlee recognizes from a one night stand she had while on a break with Chris. Gavin Pope is nothing like Chris at all. When Chris's secrets come to the light, Marlee has decided she is done for good. She doesn't want to date another football player, but there is something about Gavin that is drawing her in. Will they or won't they?

During this quarantine, I have really fallen in love with this series from Alexa Martin. When I was finished with the first three books, I was ready for the next one. Good thing, because a new book is coming out in October of this year. I'm so excited for it.

So far this story has been my favorite in the series. Gavin is the type of guy every girl wishes she could date, or if not have for a best guy friend on a big brother. He's just a nice guy and that's it. He doesn't expect anything else in return for his niceties. And to top it off, he's hot. He and Marlee could be perfect for each other, if she can get over the past.

If you like football, if you like romance, I suggest you get this book and the entire series right away.



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Audio Book Review: One Good Deed by David Baldacci

One Good Deed by David Baldacci
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: July 2019

Aloysius Archer has just been released from prison for a crime he didn't commit. When he has to do his probation in Poca City, he's in for a lot more than he bargained for. Rules, a job, women, the list is endless. When the guy he took a job from ends up dead, Archer is the number one suspect. He'll do whatever he can not to go back to prison an innocent man. Set in 1949, Archer is a veteran of World War II and he is just trying to find his way in this world. Will Poca City be a stepping stone or a stopping point?

I really enjoy listening to David Baldacci's books. Even though historical fiction isn't one of my favorite genres, this book drew me in from the beginning. I had to see what was going to happen with Archer and how he was going to get himself out of the situations he got in to.

Women is what always seems to get Archer in trouble and Poca City has a couple of women who will leave him on his toes.


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Audio Book Review: Let Me Hold You by Alexandria House

Let Me Hold You by Alexandria House
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: June 2018
 

Leland McClain is a basketball player who just got traded from Miami to St. Louis. When he first moves to St. Louis he decides to volunteer at a youth center with his teammates and help some of the kids during the basketball camp. He is shocked to see who the director is. He knows her from his time in Miami. Kim Hampton's son plays for Miami. She herself has just moved to St. Louis to run the youth center that her son recently invested in. She has a holiday for every day to help and bring joy into her life. She isn't looking for love when Leland come into her life, but he is different than every other man in her life, so how could she not fall for him. Leland isn't looking for love either and Kim isn't typically the woman he would go for, but there is just something about her that he can't resist. Can they both get through this season without falling in love?

This is the second book in the McClain Brothers series. A family of good looking men who are all accomplished in their own right. Leland's preference is older women. While Kim is older than he is, she is still a lot younger than women he typically is interested in. In reality they should stay as far away from each other as possible. Leland has already had some beef with Kim's son in reference to him looking at her while they played together in Miami. And Armond, Kim's son is very particular when it comes to his mother. It's almost as if he is her man.

Kim has not had a very good track record when it comes to the men in her life. Leland has never wanted to settle down with any of the women he has dated nor has he ever wanted children. But there is something about Kim that makes him want to change all of that.

I can't wait to continue this series and see what other books Ms. House has.

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Audio Book Review: The Guilty by David Baldacci

The Guilty (Will Robie #4) by David Baldacci
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: November 2015
 

Will Robie has just completed a mission when he finds out that his father has been arrested for murder. Instead of stopping his work then and there, he decides to go on the next mission available, but he is is not successful. Is it because of the details of the previous mission or because of the news that he received that he is unable to complete the mission. Ordered to take some time off, he heads back to Cantrell, Mississippi to find out what is really going on with his father. But when you haven't been back to a place without any word in nearly 20 years, it's not so easy to find the answers you're looking for. Is Will able to find out who is really to blame for the murder and will he be able to mend the relationship with his father.

The Will Robie series was one of the first ones I listened to when I got hooked on audio books. The books transport you into the story and it makes you feel like you are right there. Not all audio books have the ability to do that. If you're thinking about getting into audio books, this is a great place to start.

Will Robie and his partner, Jessica Riel work for a secret organization with three initials. Which three initials, no one ever knows. Their missions usually end in someone's death. Will hasn't been back to Mississippi since he graduated college. He cut all ties to that place the moment he left. But when he gets word about his father being in jail, he has to go back and find out why, since this news seems uncharacteristic of his father. Will finds out a lot of interesting things on his trip back home. Things he wasn't expecting to find out. But, can he save his father from the jail cell, or will his father stay there to protect someone else?

Love David Baldacci books and this one is highly recommended.

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Audio Book Review: 13-Minute Murder by James Patterson

13-Minute Murder by James Patterson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Published: April 2019
 

This book was actually three different stories in one.

The first is Dead Man Running:

This book featured Dr. Randall Beck who is a psychiatrist who is also dying of brain cancer. Most of his patients are dealing with some type of traumatic event that he is helping them work through. When a new client shows up at his office and then is gunned down right after the appointment, Dr. Beck has lots of questions, but he's not getting the answers. In order to get the answers, he will have to risk his own life and the life of others in order to find out what is going on.

Next Was 113 Minutes:

When Molly Rourke gets the call that her son has had an overdose at school, the first thing she does is call her brothers because she knows she can't handle this news on her own. They spend the next few months trying to figure out who was behind his death and getting their revenge. There are a lot of surprises in this story.

Finally 13-Minute Murder:
Michael Ryan is given a job to kill a coed in the middle of Harvard. When the job is done, he is determined to find out who ordered the hit. His partner doesn't want to say, but when Ryan uncovers the truth, it's almost too good to be true. He can execute the perfect murder in 13 minutes, but it may take more than that to bring down all the players involved in this.


I didn't know when I downloaded the book that it was 3 different Book Shout books. I could have upped my Challenge Count if I did. These stories were not the best. I think 113 Minutes was my favorite out of the three. It had a twist in it that I didn't see coming. So if you want to read any of these, this is the one I recommend the most. Next would be Dead Man Running. 13 Minute Murder just ended up kind of weird for me.

Overall the book was alright. Three different murder stories that have you wondering What the Heck?? James Patterson is one of my favorite authors and no matter how hard I try, I don't think I will ever finish reading all of his books.

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Audio Book Review: Let Me Love You By Alexandria House

Let Me Love You by Alexandria House
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: February 2018
 

Jo is pretty content in her life, but when she meets Big South, all of that changes. Working for Beju Park she is sent to his hotel room to deliver a piece of jewelry that he had commissioned. When Big South met Jo, there was something about her that he found irresistible. She was mean, but it didn't bother him at all, he had to have her. Jo wasn't sure if she wanted a life with Big South, but Everett McClain, was one good looking and thoughtful man. Will they be able to make it through his fame and her past in order to have a future together?

I read this book on recommendation from a Facebook group. It reminded me of Zane books that I read in my early 20's. It was ratchet and I was all for it. I loved the narrators of this novel. The male made me want to jump into the book and see him in real life.

Jo is just a single mother trying to make it after a crazy divorce. Everett "Big South" McClain has had his share of hurt as well, and finds love when he least expects it. I can say one thing, this book had me and my man doing a few more things in the bedroom after reading it. Got me all hot and bothered. I loved listening to this book. This is the first book I've read by Alexandria House and it won't be my last. This is a good author to read when you fall into a reading slump. She is sure to bring you right on out of it.

Recommended for those who like romance with a little ratchet!

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Audio Book Review: Pride by Ibi Zoboi

Pride by Ibi Zoboi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Published: September 2018

Zuri Benitez is one of five daughters living in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York. She has lived in the same house her entire life. When the Darcy's move in across the street, it's clear right from the start to Zuri, that they are from different worlds. But there is something about Darius Darcy that makes her curious. When her sister Jenay starts dating older brother, Ansley, Zuri is forced to face Darius more than she wants. Will she discover that they have more in common than she originally thought?

I was torn between several audio books to listen to when friends suggested I give this one a try. I read Pride and Prejudice when I was a freshman in high school, but I really don't remember it at all. This book grabbed me from the very beginning and I couldn't stop listening until I reached the end. I usually only listen to audio books during my work commute, but with this one, I listened at every chance I got.

Young love is something I think most of us experienced. It seems like the most important thing in your life at the time, but there is so much more in life to discover. When Zuri meets Darius Darcy, she immediately decides she doesn't like him. He is not from her world and he does not understand her or the ethics of living in Bushwick. Will they be able to find common ground, or will they forever be enemies. Their relationship takes a turn when Zuri visits Howard University in Washington, D.C. and Darius offers to drive her home instead of her taking the bus. They have four hours uninterrupted by themselves to see if they can actually be friends. They discover a lot about each other as well as themselves during this journey.

Loved this book highly recommend for everyone.

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Audio Book Review: Body Movers by Stephanie Bond

Body Movers by Stephanie Bond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Published: Oct. 2008
 

Carlotta and Wesley are brother and sister. Carlotta has been Wesley's guardian ever since their parents disappeared. Wesley has always been mischievous, but this time he's outdone himself. When he is arrested and put on probation for hacking into the city's computer system, Carlotta thinks Wesley may finally change his ways. Part of his probation requires him to find a job. While it's not the most glamorous, body moving pays well. But when his job brings him to the home of Carlotta's ex-boyfriend, things really start to go wrong. Carlotta is even under suspicion for the murder. Will Carlotta be able to clear her name?

I have had this book on my TBR for a very long time. I wasn't really sure what to expect, but I really enjoyed this story. I don't think that I could ever be a part of a body moving service. I get queasy when I have to clean up my own kids vomit.

Carlotta and Wesley have lived in town all of their lives. They still live in the home they last lived in when their parents disappeared. Carlotta works for Nordstrom and tries her best to take care of Wesley, but he is reaching the age, where he should be able to take care of himself.

Ex-boyfriends, jealous wives, cigar smoking players, death, and a love interest. This book has it all and I can't wait to see what happens next with Carlotta and Wesley.

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