Book Review Truth Be Told (Rogue Justice #2) by Kendra Elliot

Title: Truth Be Told (Rogue Justice #2)

Author: Kendra Elliot

Stars: 5 out of 5 stars

Review:
Just like book 1 in the Rogue Justice series 92 pages goes by so fast but Kendra Elliot packs a punch keeping readers on a run and when they finish they want to start the book all over again.
Readers have to read book one in the Rogue Justice series to full understand what is happening in book two. Even though it is two different perspectives it is still a continuation of the first book.  
The characters stay true to who they are while introducing a few new characters. That readers will enjoy. 
Kendra Elliot is able to give readers so much in just a few short pages readers will keep like they are reading a full length novel until the lat page wishing and hoping for more.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher Montlake Romance for the advance copy.

Synopsis:
A torrential two-day storm has cut off the small town of Solitude, Oregon, from the outside world. But for police officers Stevie Duncan and her husband, Zane, the ravages of nature have nothing on the nature of man. In the last forty-eight hours, a child was a mute witness to a double homicide; an unidentified body has washed up on the riverbanks; and now, at the foot of a submerged bridge, two FBI agents have been found shot to death inside their SUV. What’s worse, the young charge they were enlisted to protect has gone missing.

With the only exit out of town washed away, Stevie and Zane know that the murderer is trapped. But whatever’s going on in Solitude is far from over—because as sure as the receding water, the killer is going to resurface. 

Kindle Edition, 92 pages

Expected publication: November 7th 2017 by Montlake Romance

About The Author:

An Amazon #1 selling author, Kendra Elliot has sold over 4 million books. Get a free insider's guide to Kendra's books at www.KendraElliot.com. 

She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest and still lives there with her husband, three daughters, two cats, and a Pomeranian. She's fascinated with forensics, refuses to eat anything green, and dreams of living every day in flip flops. 

The BONE SECRETS NOVELS: HIDDEN, CHILLED, BURIED, ALONE, KNOWN and VEILED (a novella).

The CALLAHAN & McLANE novels are a spin-off of the Bone Secrets books. VANISHED, BRIDGED, SPIRALED, and TARGETED.

The MERCY KILPATRICK series, a spin-off of the CALLAHAN & McLANE series, A MERCIFUL DEATH, A MERCIFUL TRUTH, and A MERCIFUL SECRET. 

She also writes the Rogue River novella series with author Melinda Leigh. 

A four-time Wall Street Journal best selling author, 2014 International Thriller Writers finalist, a three time Daphne Du Maurier winner, and a Romantic Times Reviewers Choice finalist

Book Review Something Blue by Emma Jameson

Title: Something Blue (Lord and Lady Hetheridge Mystery Series)

Author: Emma Jameson

Stars: 4.5 Stars

Review:
I found this book to be quite delightful. An engaging group of characters who work well together without rancor. They actually rely on brain power rather than brawn to resolve murder. I have not read any of the other books in the series but will put it on my must read list. It is set in London which in itself gives me a reason to have an interest after residing their for a number of years.

I have rated this book 4.5 stars.

I obtained this book from Amazon in Kindle format.

Synopsis:
Anthony Hetheridge, ninth baron of Wellegrave and chief superintendent for New Scotland Yard, will marry Kate Wakefield in three weeks. It’s inevitable–-the invitations are out, the flowers are ordered, the cake is chosen. But murder waits for no man, and no wedding.

In London’s prestigious West End, a disgraced CEO has been murdered at Hotel Nonpareil, an exclusive destination. No one, it seems, liked Michael Martin Hughes. Not his estranged wife, Thora, or his defiant son, Griffin. Not Hotel Nonpareil’s manager, its head of security, or perhaps even the other two women in Hughes’s life: his future bride, Arianna, or his other girlfriend, Riley. Still more ominously, before Hughes died, he incurred the wrath of a potentially more unforgiving foe: Sir Duncan Godington, longtime nemesis of both CS Hetheridge and DS Deepal “Paul” Bhar.

For the first time, CS Hetheridge, Kate and Bhar find themselves under tremendous pressure to uncover the killer in the shortest time frame ever. Has Scotland Yard, not to mention Downing Street, lost confidence in Hetheridge? Will the murder conviction rest on hard forensic evidence, a mountain of circumstantial details, or an impulsive theft? Find out by returning to the world of ICE BLUE and BLUE MURDER in SOMETHING BLUE, the third mystery featuring Lord Hetheridge, Kate Wakefield and Paul Bhar.

Kindle Edition, 201 pages

Published May 22nd 2013 by Lyonnesse Books (May 22, 2013)

About The Author:

Emma Jameson is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Lord &Lady Hetheridge cozy mystery series. Book #1, ICE BLUE, Book #2, BLUE MURDER, Book #3, SOMETHING BLUE, and Book #4, BLACK & BLUE, are available now.

Her newest book is DIVORCE CAN BE DEADLY, the second of her new series starring amateur sleuth Dr. Benjamin Bones. Set in Cornwall during the Second World War, the first book of that series is called MARRIAGE CAN BE MURDER. Dr. Bones fans will also want to read the companion series, Magic of Cornwall. This includes DR. BONES AND THE CHRISTMAS WISH and DR. BONES AND THE LOST LOVE LETTER, two charming novellas set in untamed, romantic Cornwall.

Ms. Jameson is currently at work on the fifth Lord & Lady Hetheridge mystery, BLUE BLOODED.

Book Review Devlin Security Force Boxed Set by Susan Vaughan

Title: Devlin Security Force Boxed Set 

Author: Susan Vaughan 

Stars: 4 out of 5

Review:
The Devlin Security Force is very much like Romance and the Stone. Each books has two staring characters who fall in love with each other as they struggle with the task in front of them. It is a fun series when you have time to sit down and enjoy a little sunshine or next to a fire. 
Susan Vaughan has the ability to bring her Romance in the Stone style books to life with humor, romance, gun fire and things go boom. The different characters depending the story have great banter and chemistry but at times the female lead will make readers want to scream what are you doing.  The Male's can get a little to Tarzan but that is expected with these type of series.
If you love Romance in the Store or movies and series similar to those you will enjoy this series.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher Gullwood Press for a copy of the Devlin Series


Synopsis:
DEVLIN SECURITY FORCE, Protecting Priceless Treasures 
Former Special Forces officer Thomas Devlin founded Devlin Security Force after witnessing the destruction and theft of antiquities in Iraq. The DSF mission of protecting and recovering art and artifacts means combating Centaur, a shadowy international crime syndicate. 
ON DEADLY GROUND 
Desperate to save her brother, museum director Kate Fontaine must work with Max Rivera, the ex-military guide she doesn’t trust to return a precious Mayan artifact to its temple, but when desire flares between them, outrunning international black-market smugglers and an earthquake seems simple compared to risking their hearts. 
RING OF TRUTH 
Recovering crown jewels could get the FBI off Cortez Jones’s back, but he needs the help of Mara Marton who blames his jewel-thief father for destroying her family. Mara wants this chance to prove her father's innocence, but how can she trust Cort? Sparks fly as they race black-market smugglers to the jewels. There's no turning back, once their lives—and their heart are on the line. 
CLEOPATRA'S NECKLACE 
Thomas Devlin must recover Cleopatra’s necklace, but when the smugglers pursue his old flame, he jets to her aid. Cleo's involvement with the necklace’s forger sends her on the run. She knows Thomas will protect her but will he crush her love again? As they race against time, they learn more is at stake than recovering the antiquity. The peril escalates, and so does the risk to their hearts. 
AT LAST (A DEVLIN WEDDING NOVELLA) Owing her brother and his bride, maid of honor Andie Devlin is determined to make their wedding perfect. She’s falling for Mike Pagano but fears he’ll judge her wild-child past. He wants to keep her safe from an attack threatening the wedding, but more than that, he wants her in his arms. When she learns her brother assigned him as her bodyguard, she pushes him away … leaving her vulnerable.:

Kindle Edition, 1142 pages

Published September 27th 2017 by Gullwood Press

About The Author:

I wanted to write as soon as I learned to read. I dabbled with stories and poems for years, but didn't start writing seriously until many years later. My favorite books have always been mysteries and romances, so the mix in romantic suspense was a natural. I love writing romantic suspense because it throws the hero and heroine together under extraordinary circumstances and pits them against a clever villain. 
My books have been both a Romantic Times Magazine Reviewer’s Choice Nominee and a finalist for the Daphne du Maurier Award. Reviewers have called my books fast-paced, thrilling, action-packed, sizzling, and highly emotional. I am a West Virginia native but I have lived for many years on the coast of Maine. 
For more information about my books, to enter my contest, and for my musings and news, please visit me at www.susanvaughan.com or as Susan Vaughan, Author on FaceBook.

Book Review Twisted Truth (Rogue Justice Novellas # 1) BY Melinda Leigh

Title: Twisted Truth (Rogue Justice Novellas # 1)

Author: Melinda Leigh

Stars: 5 out of 5

Review:
Twisted Truth is a Novella that will have readers unable to stop reading until the very last page and begging for more. 
The story will have all the same characters readers have comes to love from the other Rouge Series written by Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot.
The characters stay true to themselves which will have readers feel like they are coming home. Patty is one woman I wouldn't want to cross and even with the dark under tone in the story there is just the right amount of light humor.
The series gives a quick background but I would recommend readers pick up the first in the entire Rouge Novella Series to better understand the amazing characters Melinda Leigh has created.

This is a cant miss series for Mystery loves. It might only be 110 pages but it packs a punch readers will love.

Thank you to Netgalley for the advance copy and as well the author and publisher Montlake Romance.

Synopsis:
When Detective Seth Harding responds to shots being fired, he faces a familiar sight: a double homicide. However, he is shocked to find a young boy chained in the basement. The terrified child refuses to speak, but Seth knows he is the key to something sinister.

Reluctantly, Seth calls the only social worker he trusts with the traumatized boy—his wife. Carly is recovering from her own trauma suffered on the job, but she can’t turn away from this case, not from another child in trouble. With torrential rain bearing down, threatening to isolate their little town in a killer flood, Seth and Carly know the best way to keep the boy safe from danger is to take him back to their farm.

But danger is as relentless as the storm. And it’s following them all the way home. 

Kindle Edition, 110 pages

Published October 31st 2017 by Montlake Romance

About The Author:  

Wall Street Journal bestselling author Melinda Leigh is a fully recovered banker. A life-long lover of books, she started writing as a way to preserve her sanity while raising her kids. Over the next few years, she learned a few things about writing a book. The process was much more fun than analyzing financial statements, and she decided to turn her hobby into a career. Melinda’s debut novel, SHE CAN RUN, was nominated for Best First Novel by the International Thriller Writers. She is a RITA® Award Finalist and has earned three Daphne du Maurier Award nominations, two Silver Falchion Awards, and a Golden Leaf.

Melinda holds a 2nd degree belt in Kenpo Karate. She’s dabbled in Arnis stick fighting, studied Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and taught women’s self-defense. She lives in a messy house in the suburbs with her husband, two kids, a couple of shelter dogs and two rescue cats who clearly run the show. With such a pleasant life, she has no explanation for the sometimes dark and disturbing nature of her imagination. Find out more about Melinda by visiting melindaleigh.com. 

Book Review: A Teen's Guide to Getting Stuff Done Discover Your Procrastination Type by Jennifer Shannon

Title: A Teen's Guide to Getting Stuff Done Discover Your Procrastination Type, Stop Putting Things Off, and Reach Your Goals

Author: Jennifer Shannon 

Stars: 5 out of 5

Review:
Anyone who has a teenage or will one day have a teenager should pick up this book.  Not to mention the adult who is amazing at procrastination.
The author has the ability to break down procrastinators and list 4 general types and why they procrastinate.
The author is able to keep it light and fun so teenagers will not be rolling their eyes as they read and adults will be able to look at themselves and create a better environment for themselves as well.
The author brings out the positive and is able to have people see the best in them and how to better accomplish life goals at a young age and keep into adulthood and the work place.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher  Instant Help  for the advance copy.


Synopsis:
Do you procrastinate? And if so, what's your procrastination type? In this fun and illustrated guide, author Jennifer Shannon blends acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral strategies to help you recognize your procrastination habits, discover the strengths of your unique procrastination type, and find the motivation you need to meet important deadlines and reach your highest goals.

In the midst of modern-day distractions like smartphones, social media, and endless hours of movie and television streaming, it's no wonder you procrastinate! But despite what you may have heard, procrastination doesn't make you a bad or lazy person. In fact, procrastination may even work for you sometimes-creating a sense of urgency that can help you focus. But if procrastination doesn't work for you, it can get in the way of meeting your full potential-in high school, college, your career, and life. So, how can you get things done and be your very best?

In A Teen's Guide to Getting Things Done, you'll discover your procrastination type-warrior, pleaser,
perfectionist, or rebel-as well as the unique strengths inherent in each type. If you're a warrior, you love a good challenge, but may not be able to complete tasks you find uninteresting. If you're a pleaser, you may be so concerned about disappointing others that you postpone doing something. If you're a perfectionist, you may put things off because you're worried about your work being judged by teachers, parents, or peers. And finally, if you're a rebel, you're driven by a strong sense of independence. By understanding your type and using the practical strategies laid out in each chapter of this book, you'll be able to break the cycle of procrastination once and for all.

This isn't a manual on how to please your parents, teachers, professors, or friends. This is a book to help you understand why you procrastinate, whether or not procrastination works for you, and if not, how to improve your work habits and really get things done. By helping you uncover your own unique strengths, this book will help you master your to-do list-and your life!

Paperback, 176 pages

Expected publication: November 1st 2017 by Instant Help

About the Author: 

My journey writing this book began as a 5 year-old, sitting next to my mother while she studied for her psychology classes. I wanted so much to be a psychologist and help others. But I needed plenty of help myself. I was an anxious child, prone to stomach aches, missing school, and nightmares of a man who lived under the house. When my father died I worried obsessively that my mother could die too. 

It wasn’t until years later—after a seeing a succession of therapists, completing counseling grad school, and giving birth to my first child—that I discovered a clue to my persistent anxiety and worry. It was a new therapy at the time, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. CBT changed my life. I learned that my resistance to anxiety was what was maintaining it. When I practiced accepting and welcoming it, anxiety began to lose its power over me.

For the past 25 years I have made the treatment of anxiety the central focus of my practice. I treat Social Anxiety (extreme shyness), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Separation Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. The powerful tools I’ve used to help my clients are the same tools I’ve used to help myself, and they can help you too.

Don’t Feed the Monkey Mind is a distillation of what I’ve learned from CBT and mindfulness practices. The book will help you recognize that your anxiety is not a monster to be avoided and resisted. It is only a wild, frightened little monkey that, with acceptance and welcoming, can be tamed. 

Married for 31 years and a mother of three, I am a Certified Diplomat of The Academy of Cognitive Therapy and a member of the Anxiety and Depression Disorders Association of America, the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, the International OCD Foundation and the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. I am the co-founder of the Santa Rosa Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and the author of The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens and The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook for Teens.