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Review: It's Not All Downhill from Here

It's Not All Downhill from Here by Terry McMillan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I am a Terry McMillan fan and was glad to see a story with older women. I thought that was fresh and I enjoyed the friendship between the woman. But, there was a lack of tension that made this book feel like I was reading a diary. It stayed even-keeled most of the way true. However, Ms. McMillan tackled a lot of relevant issues.
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Review: The Other Mrs.

The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

So... Uhm. Yeah. This was filled with so much twists and turns that it pushed toward unbelievable. However, what a great tale that explores a gripping subject matter. Sadie, her husband, Will move into the home his sister killed herself in and left her teenaged daughter, Imogen. All I can say is that this was the kind of read where each chapter unfolded events that brought you toward a conclusion, I didn't see coming.

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Review: The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an interesting concept. The author tells the story of Lydia's grief over two years. She's lost the love of her life and has found a way to keep him 'alive'. But grief is a process and loss does not affect only one person - families and friends are changed forever. So, as changes occur, can we remain stuck in the past.
Interesting read. Thank you #Netgalley

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Review: The Better Liar

The Better Liar by Tanen Jones
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Better Liar by Tanen Jones had a great concept and the cover drew me in. When Leslie goes to hunt for her sister, she finds out Robin is dead. So, Leslie uses Mary as her substitute to inherit the funds from her dad's will. But not everything is as it seems, Told from Mary, Robin's and Leslie's POV. I would have liked to truly get to know Leslie to understand her motivation. The Better Liar had some twists and turns that had me feeling it was unrealistic and others that had me intrigued. But I didn't see that ending coming. Thank you, #Netgalley

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Review: Secret Heir Seduction (Mills & Boon Desire)

Secret Heir Seduction (Mills & Boon Desire) by Reese Ryan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Secret Heir Seduction is the first book I have read in this series and I believe my first by Reese Ryan and I liked it. Darius learns of his true parentage the same day he learns his ex, Audra, is in town to design jewelry for his sister's wedding. The chemistry between the two characters is evident from the beginning of the story. This is a second-chance for them since their relationship ended five years ago. The reasons why they walked away could have been cleared up with proper communication, but Darius and Audra are now mature enough to tackle their problems. There was a brief point where the author delved into two other characters relationship, which confused me but I do realize this is part of a series.
Overall, I look forward to reading more in this series and more from this author. Thank you #Netgalley

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Review: Lady Clementine

Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lady Clementine is a fictional account of the woman who stood next to Winston Churchill. This was my first but not my last read by Marie Benedict. Told in first person, I loved the honesty of the character created and the sacrifices she made to stand by her husband. Yet, she was not afraid to admit her flaws. I love reading a book that empowers women but that makes you feel as if you are living in England during that time period. I finished this read in a couple of days and I loved it. Thank you #NetGalley #LadyClementine

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Review: The Last Affair

The Last Affair by Margot Hunt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whew. Margot Hunt wrote an amazing read in The Last Affair. Josh and Nora are both in unhappy marriages when their affair begins. But engaging in an affair has the potential to hurt two families and could have an even broader impact than we realize. I finished this in a couple days. Gwen, Abby and Carter were artfully developed and the ending especially intrigued me. I look forward to more reads by this author.
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Review: Forbidden Promises

Forbidden Promises by Synithia Williams
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In Forbidden Promises, India and Travis have a sizzling attraction that they try to deny because of Travis' previous relationship. However, they are also friends and compatible in other ways so their love came naturally. Family bond and forgiveness play a central role in this book. It is the first in a series and the author also established a lot of the other characters in this read. I look forward to reading more of the Robidoux clan. Thank you, #Netgalley

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Review: Behind Every Lie

Behind Every Lie by Christina McDonald
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First of all Christina McDonald is a master with descriptions. Her words painted a great visual for every scene that had be involved in this read. There was so much going on with Eva that unfolds as the story progresses. I loved the different POV and the fact that we got to see moments from the past and present and how they all come together. I enjoyed this read. Thank you #Netgalley

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Review: All the Things I Should Have Known

All the Things I Should Have Known by Tiffany L. Warren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In ALL THE THINGS I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN, three best friends make the decision to go all in for love and open their hearts to possibilities they might never have considered before. Sorors Kimberly, Hahna and Twila are successful in their careers but hope to find true love. The path isn't easy and the journey might be filled with obstacles each woman will learn something about new about herself. I enjoyed the snappy, witty dialogue that took me back to my own girlfriends and how we communicate and stand with each other. Book clubs will have a lot to talk about with this read.
Favorite line: "Sometimes our brain knows things, but our heart does something different."
Thank you, #Netgalley for this ARC.

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