Book Review: Run and Hide(Tactical Solutions International 2) by Maggie Clare

Title: Run and Hide (Tactical Solutions International 2)

Author: Maggie Clare 

Stars: 4

Review:
Romantic Suspense is my middle name and I am not ashamed to admit it.
I have found that I really enjoy a well written RS.  Maggie Clare is able to bring likable characters that reader will root for as they try to stop the crazy that is surrounding them.  Lucia wants answers and refuses to stay safe but instead goes out to find justice for her brother. Mike is trying to keep a promise while trying to find answers.  Together they make a great team readers will be able to fight along side.

The story is well paced and the end gives readers everything they wanted from the first few pages in the book. The story is the perfect blend of romance action and suspense.  It is considered to be a stand alone book but it is book 2 in the series.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of  Maggie Clare Run and Hide 

Synopsis:
Special Agent Mike Flynn owes his friend a favor, and the instructions are clear. Find Lucia Costa. Keep her safe. But Lucia doesn't want to be found. She's investigating her brother's brutal murder and trying to stay alive.

When the hot FBI agent knocks on her door in the middle of the night, Lucia has to admit, she needs his help. She's out of money, on the run, and the files hidden in her motel safe could take down a deadly human trafficking ring.

As Mike and Lucia chase down the corrupt cops who betrayed Lucia's brother, and work the case he died trying to solve, sparks fly. Gruff and jaded, Mike fights his feelings for the feisty grad student under his protection, but Lucia makes him want things he hasn't in a very long time. With the danger closing in and time running out, Mike will risk everything to give Lucia her life back and to have a chance at loving her.

Run and Hide is the second book in the Tactical Solutions International series but can be read as a stand-alone

Kindle Edition, 220 pages

Published June 2020 by Wave Equation Media

About The Author:
Maggie Clare is the pen name of award-winning speculative fiction author, Tabitha Lord. When channeling Maggie, she writes all the naughty things. She's currently crafting a romantic suspense series featuring hot hunky heroes, smart sexy gals, and nail-biting narratives. Count on Maggie to pair great story-telling with an erotic edge.

Book Review: Trap 'N Trace by Tee O'Fallon

Title: Trap 'N Trace 

Author: Tee O'Fallon 

Stars: 4

Review:
What keeps this reader from giving this story a 5 stars is that the author falls into the bodyguard romance that keeps it from really becoming the story I think it has the ability to be.
The characters are likable and the story flows well.  The Romance is blush and might need a fan to cool yourself off at moments.  
The author has found formula to her story telling and while the books and characters are just different enough after a while the different books blend together.
Thank you to Netgalley for the advance copy of Tee O'Fallon  Trap 'N Trace 

Synopsis:
For wealthy socialite Katrina Vandenburg, business meetings and charity galas are all part of her orderly, structured world—one that gets blown to hell after finding two dead bodies in the same day. The police think she was in the wrong place at the wrong time. FBI Special Agent Dayne Andrews thinks otherwise. Dayne and his K-9, Remy, are tracking a cold-blooded killer, and that trail...leads straight to Kat.

Kat and her rescue shelter—the Canine Haven—are the only common denominators between the murders, and Dayne is convinced she’s dead center in the killer’s sights. Protecting her will test every ounce of his steely resolve. She’s the most intriguing woman he’s ever met. And everything he shouldn’t want. Too bad neither of them seem to have gotten the memo.

And they need to focus on catching a killer now more than ever. Because if Dayne and Remy fail in their mission, nothing will stand between Kat and the killer’s deadly blade.

ebook, 400 pages

Published June 15th 2019 by Entangled Publishing, LLC (Amara)

About The Author:
Tee O’Fallon has been a federal agent for twenty-three years, and is now a police investigator, giving her hands-on experience in the field of law enforcement that she combines with her love of romantic suspense. Tee’s job affords her the unique opportunity to work with the heroic men and women in law enforcement on a daily basis. Besides writing, Tee loves cooking, gardening, chocolate, lychee martinis, and all creatures canine.

Tee is the author of the Federal K-9 Series and the NYPD Blue & Gold Series. Visit www.teeofallon.com

Book Review: Bait N' Witch (Brimstone Inc. #3) by Abigail Owen

Title:  Bait N' Witch (Brimstone Inc. #3)

Author: Abigail Owen

Stars: 4 

Review:
I wish I had read the first two in the series before I started book 3.  There is a lot of catching up and a little confusing at first but soon the story pulls this lost reader in and I can't stop myself from enjoying every second of the book. The book is short and sweet with that being said the author is able to pack a lot of fun into a book that will have reader excited for the next book in the series.
The story had tender moments that have readers knowing the story is paranormal it has heart and soul everyone will be able to connect with.
Thank you to netgalley for the advance copy of   Abigail Owen  Bait N' Witch

Synopsis: 
Rowan McAuliffe has been hiding most of her life. Secretly trained in her powers by an unusual source, she’d been taught not to trust anyone. Especially other witches. However, after she was forced to perform a hateful act against her will, she now hides from the Mage High Council who seek answers, and possibly her life.

Greyson Masters is the Council’s best enforcer – a witch hunter who lays down the law. Despite the danger of his job, Greyson is also raising his triplet daughters. Alone. Budding new witches who display an alarming combined power no one understands. Too bad he hasn’t got a clue how to deal with them.

Little does Greyson realize that the new nanny sent to him by Legendary Consultants is the very witch he is hunting. When the truth is revealed, can these two opposing forces find a way to listen to their hearts? Or will Greyson have to follow orders and kill Rowan – the one woman who has made his soul come alive?

ebook, 1st Edition

Published January 20th 2017 by Self-published

About The Author:
Multi-award-winning paranormal romance author, Abigail Owen, loves plots that move hot and fast, feisty heroines with sass, alpha heroes with heart, a dash of snark, and oodles of sexy shifters! Other titles include wife, mother, Star Wars geek, ex-competitive skydiver, spreadsheet lover, Dr. Seuss quoter, eMBA, organizational guru, Texan, Aggie, and chocoholic.

Abigail grew up consuming books and exploring the world through her writing. She attempted to find a practical career related to her favorite pastime by earning a degree in English Rhetoric (Technical Writing). However, she swiftly discovered that writing without imagination is not nearly as fun as writing with it. She currently resides in Austin, Texas, with her own personal hero, her husband, and their two children, who are growing up way too fast.

Abigail also writes award-winning contemporary romance under the name Kadie Scott.

Book Review: Dairy Free Meal Prep: Easy, Budget-Friendly Meals to Cook, Prep, Grab, and Go by Silvana Nardone

Title: Dairy Free Meal Prep: Easy, Budget-Friendly Meals to Cook, Prep, Grab, and Go

Author: Silvana Nardone

Stars: 4

Review:
Thank you for taking the guess work out of how to create a dairy free meals!!  The book is a wealth of information with step buy step ways to create a easy meal prep.  As a mom with 4 kids who never stop meal prep is a must so that I do not forget to eat.  Dairy free is a must due to dairy allergy. Which makes this book a winner in my book.
If you are starting off in the meal prep area of life and have no idea where to start THIS IS A MUST!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for advance copy of   Silvana Nardone  Dairy Free Meal Prep

Synopsis:
Take the guesswork out of dairy free meal prep with 6 weeks of plans and 70 tasty recipes

Whether you want to avoid allergens, save money and time, or eat healthier, preplanned dairy free meals have a multitude of perks. Simplify your daily routine with Dairy-Free Meal Prep, a complete guide and dairy free cookbook with 6 weeks of meal plans and 70 scrumptious recipes.

Helpful info about meal planning, convenient grocery lists, and step-by-step prep directions mean you’ll be able to spend less time in the kitchen and more time living your life. With simple recipes like Chicken Pasta with Creamy Vodka Sauce, this dairy free cookbook is so easy and enticing, you’ll never miss dairy again.

This dairy free cookbook includes:

Why ditch dairy?―Learn the benefits of eliminating dairy, from increased mental clarity to better digestion.
Meal prep pointers―Discover a guide to meal prep in this comprehensive dairy free cookbook, including storage tips, must-have kitchen equipment, and tips for thawing and reheating.
Dairy free staples―Try your hand at foundational foods like Cashew Milk, Cheese Sauce, Green Goddess Dressing, and beyond.

Keep every meal free from dairy with the nutritious, well-balanced, and delicious recipes in this beginner-friendly dairy free cookbook. 

About The Author:
You may know me as a mom, a friend, a magazine editor, a cookbook author or even a former bakery owner. If we haven't met yet, hello, my name is Silvana. I am the mother of two awesome kids, Isaiah, 23, and Chiara, 13. At age 10, Isaiah was diagnosed with gluten intolerance. Ever since, I've worked to keep my fridge--and my family's stomachs--full, the way only a mom knows how, with patience and plenty of good food. The truth is whether you're gluten-free or gluten-full, you don't have to change how you eat or what you eat. Your food can look great and taste even better than you could ever imagine.

I'm the founding editor-in-chief of Rachael Ray Every Day magazine, where I also wrote the "No-Recipe Zone" and "Sweet Spot" columns. I co-authored Saveur Cooks Authentic Italian and have worked for Food & Wine magazine. Previously, I owned an Italian bakery in Brooklyn called Fanciulla. I've appeared on NPR, ABC "Good Morning America," Food Network's "Roker on the Road," NBC "Weekend Today" and WCBS "News This Morning." I've been featured in The New York Times, New York magazine and on Oprah.com. Come say hi at SilvanasKitchen.com.

Book Review: Queen's Peril (Star Wars Disney Canon Novel) by E.K. Johnston

Title:  Queen's Peril (Star Wars Disney Canon Novel)

Author: E.K. Johnston

Stars: 5 stars for Tweens and 3 1\2 Adult

Review:
As a star ways fan I wouldn't want to be asked to write a star wars novel because of how high passions fly when it comes to the series. 
This book is the perfect read for a tween.  It has a wonderful blend of themes for tween to enjoy without all the swearing that has been found in other tween novels.
The story has more information about Padme that movie fan might be excited to read while others will not.  The last quarter of the book runs next to the Phantom Menace which kids loved but adults disliked.  You could say this is a expanse of the story movie giving reader insight into the queens life before.
As an adult the story read more like a girl who is trying to prove how strong and smart she is but for tweens they will be able to connect with the story line better.

My daughter gave the story a 5 and I give it a 3 1\2 because the story could have been handled a little better without making the queen feel forced into being a look at how strong I am girl!
Thank you to Netgalley for a chance to Review E.K. Johnston Queens Peril.


Synopsis:
When fourteen-year-old Padmé Naberrie wins the election for Queen of Naboo, she adopts the name Amidala and leaves her family to the rule from the royal palace. To keep her safe and secure, she’ll need a group of skilled handmaidens who can be her assistants, confidantes, defenders, and decoys. Each girl is selected for her particular talents, but it will be up to Padmé to unite them as a group. When Naboo is invaded by forces of the Trade Federation, Queen Amidala and her handmaidens will face the greatest test—of themselves, and of each other.

About The Author:
E.K. Johnston had several jobs and one vocation before she became a published writer. If she’s learned anything, it’s that things turn out weird sometimes, and there’s not a lot you can do about it. Well, that and how to muscle through awkward fanfic because it’s about a pairing she likes.

You can follow Kate on Twitter (@ek_johnston) to learn more about Alderaanian political theory than you really need to know, or on Tumblr (ekjohnston) if you're just here for pretty pictures