Review: Sky Dance by Keta Diablo

Title: Sky Dance

Author: Keta Diablo

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Publisher's Insight:

In the continuing, thrilling saga of Dawson and Rory Finch, Dawson is sent by the army to chase hostiles across Dakota Territory. Rory nurtures their daughter through her first year of life while fighting the demons that plague her thoughts night and day …warning her of impending doom.

When a letter arrives from the army, telling Rory that Dawson is missing in action and presumed dead, her world is shattered. Fending off pleas from her sister and husband to move on with her life, not to mention a marriage proposal from a determined suitor, Rory holds fast to what she knows in her heart...Dawson is still alive.


Sky Dance, Book 2 by Keta Diablo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No matter what others thought Rory's heart held true to the fact that Dawson was still alive. The trip from beginning to the very end of this book held me captive and made me want for more. I'm so impressed with the emotion that the author was able to pull from me. Each twist, though some were expected, gripped my heart and pulled emotion from me I wasn't expecting to have such an impact. I even cried at the very end at the happily ever after.

Thank you, Keta for giving me everything I expected from you and more. I can't wait for book three.

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 I received this product for free/at a discount in exchange for an honest review, but all opinions are my own. Most books are donated to the local library for circulation, or donation to the Friends of the Library.

Sky Tinted Water by Keta Diablo

Title: Sky Tinted Water

Author: Keta Diablo

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Publisher's Insight:

Clean historical romance

Family bonds, malevolent schemes and passion collide in this sweet historical novel. Set in Minnesota during the Civil War and the Sioux uprising, this is the story of Rory Hudson, the exquisite Irish lass with an unbreakable spirit and the enigmatic Dawson Finch, a man bound by honor, duty and loyalty. 

When Dawson enlists in the army to bring peace to nation divided, Rory’s world plummets into a tailspin. War, distance and time separate them, but nothing can dispel the haunting memories of their love. Not even death can destroy their fierce passion or a love so strong it beats the odds of the impossible.

Minnesota, civil war, Dakota uprising, romance, mystery, suspense


Review:

Sky Tinted Water by Keta Diablo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am not fond of historical romance or historical books in general but this book changed my mind completely.

Moving with her sister to a new town is what Isabelle needed so Rory made sure that she accommodated her. Isabelle was the only mother she had ever known since her mother and father died coming across the boat on the way over to the United States.

After the move, Rory explores the woods outside her home and comes upon a half-naked man bathing in a creek. She's mesmerized by the site. When she's caught both literally and figuratively she runs and doesn't seem to give him a second thought until she sees him again until the barn raising for her brother-in-law's barn.

Circumstances bring them together and they live happily ever after until the war, and until the "creep" takes her. The foreshadowing is quite obvious although you think that more is going on than there really is until the end when you finally up 2+2 together.

A definite must read if you are looking for a must read for a sweet read that will give you romance without "all that jazz". I'm totally looking forward to book two so I can make sure that my hunch for the gifts is true. Though I wish that it would have been covered in book one.

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************ I received this product for free/at a discount in exchange for an honest review, but all opinions are my own. Most books are donated to the local library for circulation, or donation to the Friends of the Library.

Review: One Summer by David Baldacci

One Summer by David Baldacci
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was blown away by this book. Multidimensional, with characters that make you feel for every second of the book. You are so caught up by the emotion you can't wait until the next "page" to come up.

It was nice seeing the growth of this story from heartbreak to miraculous circumstance to healing. Meeting Jack, Micky (Mikkie - whichever way it's spelled - hard to tell from audio book), Corey and little Jakie is such a great family dynamic.

This story covers:

* heartache
* second chances
* change
* betrayal
* forgiveness
* and so much more.

I love that the audiobook has sections of it that have music themes. There are tender moments with sweet music and suspenseful moments with that eerie music you just can't shake. The narrator was easy to listen to and did great in segueing into the next voice without grating on your nerves.

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Review: The Reluctant Bride by Sharon Kleve

The Reluctant Bride by Sharon Kleve
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another sweet read by Sharon Kleve. I love the fact that the author uses pets in all of her books! It adds to the characters and their ability to bring them right into your hearts. They are so relatable and sweet. The characters were very much in love early on in the book which proved to be simply love at first sight which is sometimes hard to believe in.

I would recommend to any person who loves a great read.

I'll certainly look forward to many more books by the author.

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Review: Roomies by Christina Lauren

Roomies by Christina Lauren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I just found Christina Lauren by reading Love and Other Words and had to find another of her books, I'm glad I found this one.

I loved the dynamic between Holland and Collin. It's a crush, it's a ruse, it's love. The characters are easy to relate to and you root for them the entire book. There are some VERY steamy parts in the book that make the book just that perfect segway from sweet to sultry. As a woman, I'd love to rumple some sheets with Collin myself. :)

As with any romance, the storyline runs on a formula:

*girl meets boy
*insert positive storyline
*insert insurmountable problem
*insert resolution
*insert HEA

Luckily the storyline, writing style, character dynamic, and steam give the formula the kick it needs to be a good book.

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Review: Turtles All the Way Down by John Green

Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was FANTASTIC.

I have never read a John Green book yet, so finding this gem from my local library system was a great find.

Aza has issues. Issues that none of would ever wish for our worst enemy much less a young girl. Her particular issue I don't have an exact word for, germ phobia with some invasive thoughts add some OCD in there?

Aza and her friend Daisy are looking to come into some money by doing some detective work. What she finds more than anything is an honest and open friendship with maybe a little love thrown in there.

My love for this book is amazing, now I have to find his other books and read them.

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Review: The Undecided Bride by Sharon Kleve

The Undecided Bride by Sharon Kleve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another short and sweet bite from Ms. Kleve!

There's nothing like knowing in your gut that you're marrying the wrong guy, but what do you do about it?
*****
What do you do when your "friend asks you to get close to his new fiancee to see why she won't get married and help her get her feet headed in the right direction?
*****
I don't want to give away any tidbits from the book because it's too sweet to give away all in one piece, you have to savor it for yourself. Grab your kitty and sit down for a well-written book with a well thought out storyline, and characters with depth. I think you'll really enjoy.

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