The Third Heaven is an imaginative tale that blends biblical scripture from the King James version of the Holy Bible with a fictitious account of the events leading up to the War in Heaven led by an archangel known as Lucifer, the “Son of the Morning Star,” who tries to usurp God’s power, and as a result is cast out of Heaven along with the rogue angels who have chosen to serve him instead of God.

The story is narrated in third person and provides not only Lucifer’s perspective…

Escape from Eden is a captivating story of one sixteen-year-old’s journey to escape the confines of Edenton, a religious community nestled in the jungle, separated from the rest of society, and defined as a utopia to its Flock. Even its name alludes to the biblical Eden, the quintessential paradise created by God. Ironically, as the plot unfolds, readers gradually discover Edenton is a hellish prison instead of the paradise promised.

The story is narrated from Mia’s POV, and…

A Little Too Hot is the third novel in Lisa Rocher’s sexy new adult romance series, A Little Too Far, and this story centers around Samantha West, or Sam, who is introduced in the first book,  A Little Too Far as one of Lexie’s best friends. Although this book can stand alone without having read the previous two installments, I would encourage you to read A Little Too Far first because Sam plays a significant role in Lexie and Trent’s story, and you will have greater…

Wrecked is a poignant, heart-breaking love story about Lorrie and Hunter, two emotionally fragile individuals who meet at Arrowhart College as they both silently struggle to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives. They meet at the very beginning of the novel, when Lorrie finds herself in a precarious situation, and it is Hunter who comes to her rescue. Beyond the immediate physical attraction between them, I think on a sub-conscious level they recognize the other’s hidden pain,…

I’m really enjoying this YA series that provides a creative take on the Fallen Angels who were cast out of Heaven because they desired the power and omnipotence of their creator.  Not all followed “The Evil One” into Hell; some realized their grave error and tried to repent. Now known as Contrites, they have been cursed to live on Earth, and they atone for their sins by fighting against the evil Fallen that prey upon humankind.

Contrites eventually married human females and their…

I really enjoyed reading A Tainted Mind. It’s a mystery and romance that builds to a suspenseful climax and has a satisfying ending.  The focus of the story is about finding a killer after Dr. Vivienne DeMarco discovers a skeleton as she’s passing through the small town of Windsor, New York. Vivi decides to work with Deputy Chief of Police, Ian MacAllister, to solve the case. The blossoming romance between them occurs over the course of the story and is cleverly connected to the case…

When I saw this was the first book in a new fantasy/steampunk series, I looked forward to jumping into it. I found the book’s synopsis intriguing and couldn’t wait to read Jess’s story. I had not read any of M.J. Fletcher’s other works, and, unfortunately, I didn’t realize until after I had finished the book that it is a spin-off from The Doorknob Society Saga.  Although this story can technically stand alone, and, overall, I was able to understand and follow the plot easily, I have to admit…

Beg Me to Slay is a wonderful well-written paranormal romance between two individuals who could easily have been broken by the supernatural forces that have invaded their lives, but who choose to fight to reclaim their lives, and along the way find a love that can triumph over any demons who try to destroy them.

Tegan is a heroine I can admire. She has worked hard to put her life back together after a strange attack four years ago shattered her sense of reality and…

If you have been following this series, you do not want to miss reading Beck! The novel has a heavy emphasis on romance, and although it is primarily a character-driven plot, the story is full of intense, suspenseful moments and heavy-hitting surprises that left me stunned by the end.

John Beckett and Denise “Dee” Roberts are the featured couple in this third installment of the Corps Security series. Even though the book is titled for Beck’s character, I really think Dee’s…