Her Magic Touch

Her Magic Touch: Hell Yeah!, Book 3

Written by: Sable Hunter

Narrated by: Lia Langola

Length: 12 hrs and 29 mins

Series: Hell Yeah!, Book 3

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:07-08-16

Publisher: Sable Hunter

I really enjoyed this book there was one part that I found to be a little too much that was her being a virgin and having lost it to herself with toys. As innocent as she is it is just hard for me to buy into this part of the story. As far as Joseph saying she was coyote ugly he did say that when he thought she wasn’t around but she did over hear it and it hurt her deeply. He did go to her and try his best to make up for what he said as he does throughout the story in a few places. I could relate to this when I met my husband there wasn’t anything I liked about the man from his attitude to his looks. Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder he did grow on me looks and all. What I got from this story was the true meaning of beauty with a powerful message about love, trust, wants and needs. I decided to walk in his shoes being a strong tough man use to getting what he wanted in the world including all the women. Having that all took away I can see why he went to being mean to  Cady it was his way at getting back at the world and she was the closet person to him. When one is in pain they usually strike out at that person. Was it right NO but it does make it a more believable story.

Moving on to Ms. Langola performance and her ability to capture the emotions of her characters and bring them to life. I thought she did a wonderful job really pulling the listener in with her powerful emotions never leaving in doubt just how they felt and what they were dealing with. I could hear the pain in Cady voice, how she doubted herself and how much joy she got out of the little things.  Joseph came across as the spoiled boy I really thought he was. You could really hear how not being able to move his lower body really affected him. I really loved the different character voices that really fit each character so well. The narrator really bought out the pain but she also brought out the humor really giving it that extra touch. The love scenes were great you almost felt as if you were there watching a movie. There were no repeats of wording, no background noise or any place where the volume changed. It was a very clear audio that really was a pleasure to listen to. I really enjoyed the character voices the males given deep sexy male voices. The female’s voices were just as great. Ms. Langola voice is very pleasant to listen to from her characters to her normal voice. It is a voice that really pulls you in grabbing your attention as the plot takes you away. Her tones were right on the money as well as the emotion she puts in her voice. After listening to a few of her audio’s I think this is one of her best.

I really liked the plot there is a little danger, magic, pain and lots of sorrow but at the same time there is joy, happiness and some very thrilling love making. The green eye monster does show his head which makes Joseph say and do things that aren’t nice. Again I found this believable to how some people do react. When one is hurt they can be very hurtful. When hearing part of a conversion it is very easy to turn on the person that has helped you when you are unsure of so many things. I thought for the most part the story to be believable. All stories can’t be sweet and kind with so many people would react the way this family did. I love the humor how the family deal with issues bring a smile to your face. This is the 3^rd book I have listened to in this series I really enjoyed it. At times I didn’t like Joseph so much but I understood why he was hitting out. At times I would have liked to have shook Cady for turning the other cheek but that was how she was raised. I love this family and it was a pleasure to revisit them touching on things I had forgotten. There was only the one part I had trouble with others wise this was a great audio.

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Summary

Daredevil Joseph McCoy is convinced of two things: First, he's invincible - and second - he's God's gift to women. But heaven has other ideas.
Joseph's world is turned upside down when he wrecks his dirtbike and finds himself paralyzed from the waist down. For a while, Joseph doesn't know if he wants to live - until Cady comes to take care of him. Cady is Joseph's guardian angel - literally. And she will do anything to make sure he regains all he has lost - including his manhood.
Cady is not Joseph's usual type of woman - but by the time this handsome cowboy knows what hit him - Cady has found a place in his heart. After Joseph has experienced Her Magic Touch - he will never be the same. Joseph falls in love with Cady and learns that true beauty is a rare and wonderful thing.

Then He Kissed Me

Then He Kissed Me
 

Written by: Maria Geraci

Narrated by: Carly Robins

Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins

Series: Whispering Bay, Book 2

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:01-27-17

Publisher: Audible Studios

What a truly wonderful emotional read that really grabs you and doesn’t let you go. It is a heartbreaking story of a family dealing the best way they know how when Lauren father gets Alzheimer's. A story about finding yourself and what you want to do with your life after making so many mistakes. I really loved how this story is put together pulling on your heartstrings why making you smile. I got such a kick out of the items she has in her vintage clothing store, they gave me many laughs throughout the story. Each book in this series keeps getting better and better I have trouble waiting to pick up the next one. When Lauren and Nate met up with friends both find they are attracted to each other. Both have past issues and relationships that bring them home. When Lauren is setting up on a date by her mother with a man that is less than desirable Nate comes to her rescuer. In his past he has come off as stuffy and then there is the youtube video which leaves him less than pleasing.

Ms. Robins narration was outstanding from her many different character voices to the emotions she gives them. She does bring this story to life giving you lots of laughs and chuckles along with some sad and trying times. There are no repeats of wording or any volume changes, if any breaks were taken I could not tell. This is a very clear audio that you will get lost in. Her female voices are just as good as her male ones you always know just what they are feeling and going through. She has no trouble carrying off her deep male voices giving just the right tone to them. I found her characters voices and tones to fit each character to a T. I really could hear the pain, sorrow, happiness, confusion and thrills in each characters voice. The narrator’s performance was outstanding giving a very realistic feel to the audio. There were times I laughed very hard and other times I was almost brought to tears. This is the first I have listened to this narrator and cannot wait to listen to more of her work.

The author brings you a delightful well written story that at times is very painful it is a wonderful story that unfolds with humor, passion where you might not think there would be. I found it to be very realistic and believable with characters that are down to earth every day people with the same issues we all have. It is wonderful to see how their lives entwine with all the people in town and their families. I just love this town and its people. I liked how Lauren found her way to her dream business as well as the conflict between her and Nate. The ways these two come together was very natural and enjoyable. Nate’s girlfriend is something else which will leave you with your mouth hung open at the things that come out of her mouth. I just fell in love with Lauren’s family from her very busy body mother to her delightful warm and loving father. Nate’s family is wonderful with their warm humor to the way they take him in hand and metal in his life. The story has soul, with wonderful meaning, so many people will be able to relate to it in so many different ways. I fell in love with the plot, the characters from the first page all the way to the last. You will find many hours of enjoyment with a book you will have a hard time putting down. Ms. Geraci fits a lot into the read never leaving the reader behind. It was written in a way that you can relate and understand all the issues why you chuckle. What a delightful cute read that I am sure you will love as much as I have. I have read and also listened to the audio, both are wonderful but I have to say I enjoyed the audio more. The narrator fits so well with this story and really brings it to life.

I really recommend this delightful heartwarming romance. It is so wonderful I picked it as one of my favorite reads for 2017.

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Summary

Lauren Donalan was once Whispering Bay’s golden girl—the rich, bubbly blonde cheerleader who married the high school football star. When her mediocre marriage falls apart, she returns home and starts a vintage clothing business, determined to prove she’s more than just a pretty face with a trust fund.

Nate Miller may have been a nerd in high school, but now he has a beautiful girlfriend and is set to take over Doc Morrison’s medical practice. Still, the good folks of Whispering Bay find his no-nonsense approach more than a little unsettling, leaving his future in town a great big question mark. And things go even further downhill when his well-intentioned marriage proposal goes awry.

Lauren doesn’t need a man to complete her, yet when she finds herself set up on a date with Nate, she can’t help but notice how sexy and confident he is. In fact, every time the former introvert kisses her, she sees fireworks. But, only a big love will make Lauren change her mind about commitment. As Nate attempts to win Lauren over, a real estate co-op threatens Lauren’s business—and Nate’s ex still has a thing or two to say about their previous relationship. Now Lauren has to decide to go big or go home, in business, as well as in love.

Into Dust

Into Dust (The Montana Hamiltons #5)

by B.J. Daniels

The Story continues the plot thickens as someone stalks and tries to kidnap Cassidy. With luck on her side one handsome Texan steps up to the plate saving her. They are on the run trying to work out the mystery of her mother and his father and how the two are involved. As these two hunt for answers romance comes in to play why they are being hunted down. With their lives on the line will they get the answers they are seeking or will time run out leaving them at deaths door?

Ms. Daniels knows how to spin a story that hooks you from the start with adventure, action and thrills. If you have been following this series you know Cassidy’s mother Sarah is mixed up to her pretty neck in some shady dealings. Just as Sarah’s memory is starting to return Cassidy and Jack work together to find out just how their parents are mixed up in this mess. There is danger all around with people wanting people dead, or wants them to live town and get out of their lives. But the plans have been put into motion there is no backing out even if they wanted to. Here you will find some answers to some of the questions you have been having from the first of this series. There are lots of answers but still leaves you asking some more.

I have really enjoyed this series as the mystery comes together in each new book. I love the plot that keeps the reader hanging on finding out a little more that pulls you in giving you some heart stopping moments. The characters become real as the author takes you on a trip of danger, romance, and excitement with some very thrilling and at times chilling reading. Politics can be a danger play ground as these two find out. There is a story inside the story of a sheriff and his wife where his ex is stalking them through her daughter. The beloved crows are back with a heartwarming story that really grabs your heart. Cassidy father has lost so much over many years but finally has his heart’s desire close within reach. You know the saying be careful what you wish for…that saying might just have something to do with this story as they author keeps us guessing holding out for the next book in the series. I can’t wait to find out how this all plays out.

This series holds your attention giving you excitement, from murder to wife coming back from the dead with a mission that has been planned out for many years. Thing aren’t going the way it was planned people change life mores on but one thing has stayed the same that is that a Hamiliton must become president. There are people who will kill to make this happen no matter who gets in their way. Which leaves Cassidy and Jack next on their list as they hunt them down trying to get back what was taken that could end their plans. I found myself holding my breath as the plot plays out, there were times I said no, no don’t do that you will be sorry. Sarah is starting to grow on me as her story come out it is touching and heartbreaking but I have to wonder as we find out more will she go back to her old ways or will we find things aren’t as we see them. Out of every character I think my heart goes out more to Cassidy father to is a pawn in what I think is a mad crazy group leaving us wondering just why they want him to be President and what are their plans for him. Cassidy and Jake have a wonderful romance you will be very surprised how this all plays out. I am holding my breath as I pick up the next book in this series wondering what will happen to this family and they ones they love.

If you are looking for a thrilling, adventure along with lots of romance for 6 sisters and their parents you will want to read this series. It is so much more than a romance as a family that lost everything trying to do the best they can over many years only to have what they have built torn down when their mother returns from the dead with a mission in play that could leave many dead and lives destroyed all because of one group that came together in the 70’s that wanted to make a difference but really just seems out to destroy the country they love.

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Book Obsessed Chicks Review

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The Montana Hamiltons by New York Times bestselling author B.J. Daniels 
He's meant to protect her, but what is this cowboy keeping from her about the danger she's facing? 
As the daughter of a presidential candidate, Cassidy Hamilton left the Montana family ranch to escape notoriety and live her own life. But when someone tries to abduct her off a Houston sidewalk, Cassidy finds protection in the tall, dark and sexy form of cowboy Jack Durand. The gorgeous Texan doesn't recognize her, wants nothing from her and is determined to keep her safe.
Jack hates keeping secrets from the beautiful Cassidy, but he knows more about her kidnapping attempt than he's admitting. Forced on the run, Jack and Cassidy begin piecing together a jagged family puzzle, exposing a plot years in the making—one that will either tear them apart or bring them closer together than ever.

  

Night Whispers: The Complex

Night Whispers: The Complex, Book 0

Written by: Calinda B

Narrated by: Lynn Norris

Length: 7 hrs and 1 min

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:05-01-17

Publisher: Calinda B

What an interesting twist to the future and all it brings in this paranormal/Sci-Fi book. I really like the different mixture of people and how they learn to live together. There are some good times but more bad as a brother and sister try their best to make the most of the life they find their selves placed in. The author really goes into detail that really makes this story come to life with the vivid details she gives.  It was very entertaining grabbing your attention from the first page until the last. The dreams are a wild trip you do not want to miss. There are some very surprising twists along with a few heartbreaking ones.

Ms. Norris does an outstanding job her character voices are given lots of emotions that you have no trouble relating to. Her male voices are just as good as her female’s ones. You know what each one is feeling as they go down the path they must. There are no repeating of words, no background noises, if any breaks where taken I could not tell. The audio is very clear and crisp that really gives you a very enjoyable listen. I thought the narrator really bought out each characters feeling, you could hear the hurt, lost, love, caring and anger in her voice as she plays out the story. Her voice is very pleasant in and out of character. It is a voice you can get lost in and you will forget you are listening to an audio. This is the first work I have listened to of hers, I am very much looking forward to listening to more of her audio’s. Bottom line the audio is well worth your time, I do plan on listening to it again. Ms. Norris performance was outstanding bring to life the audio for me.

Night Whispers is a very original, creative story with a wonderful plot you will be hook on from the first page. It is well written and well thought out covering every point. I have mixed feeling about Sakhi’s brother. He comes across as a me me me person but he is likable. I understood why he felt the way he did but I didn’t like how he treated his sister later on in the story. Sakhi I really liked a lot her heart is in all the right places. Thrasyllus can be a little confusing until you get the all over picture and then he just takes your heart away.

I loved how the paranormal was written, so many different people with so many different needs, personalities. It was interesting to see how things change and how they stay the same but are different. There were times my heart stopped a few minutes with danger all around, people fighting and killing. You are left wondering who will live and who will die. There is adventure, thrills, chills, excitement and few heartbreaking moments. I totally enjoyed this audio and can’t wait to see more of the author and narrators work.

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Summary

From New York Times best-selling author Calinda B, comes a dystopian tale of ruthless struggle and triumph.
For two long terrifying years, Sakhi Borren, and her beloved brother Reve, are headed to live at The Complex. An enclosed metal and concrete manufactured world on the barren planet Lorn, the Complex is some government's version of a good idea. Its sole purpose is to "heal the rifts between warring races" - a joke if ever Sakhi heard one. If she and her brother can survive to the end, they'll leave, far richer. In the meantime, all they can look forward to is co-existing with criminals and the scumbags known as Metas. She's scared of Metas. Her brother loathes them.
Strict rules and "guidelines" govern their every waking hour. Harsh punishment awaits all who violate the rules. It's a bleak, bleary, mind-numbing existence.
A telepathic dreamer, Sakhi does her best to get along and not make waves, working alongside her charming yet terrifying boss, Thrasyllus Blüthe, a decorated war hero. She dreads each night, where she'll wade through the hopes and fears of others, caught in their dream-state. It seems she can only escape one world to be entrenched in another. But soon its evident someone is stalking her in her dreams. It could be any number of Metas she works with. It could be her boss. But she suspects it's someone far more deadly - her worst nightmare and her greatest enemy - the Meta assigned as her parole officer. He wants her eradicated - only after he seduces her.
Surviving until it's over is no longer her only option. She needs to deal with what's right in front of her face - her present. With no one to turn to, she leans on her brother for strength and comfort. But he might have a few secret plans of his own that leave her with no recourse but to rely on her own faltering strength.