Silver Storm(Star Touched:Witch Blade,#1)

 

 

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Dark magic. Forbidden romance. And an insane twist you’ll never see coming. 

 
Jade Harrington had her future all mapped Yale Law, a prestigious career, the perfect life her parents demanded. But when her plane goes down and she wakes up with silver electricity sparking across her skin, she learns everything she believed was a lie. 

Welcome to Blaze Academy—a hidden school for witches where magic is tied to fire and emotion. Where one wrong spark could expose Jade as an anomaly the mysterious Witch Council would kill to control. 

The only person who can help her survive? Logan Ashford. Fourth-year proctor. Devastatingly beautiful, impossibly powerful, and hiding secrets darker than the black flames that burn at his fingertips. 

He saved Jade’s life during the academy’s initiation trial. He knows what she is. And he's willing to become the monster everyone fears to keep her safe—even if it means teaching her to control the storm inside her and breaking every rule he's sworn to uphold. 

But when a student is murdered and an ancient goddess chooses Jade as her champion, survival becomes more than just hiding forbidden magic. Because Jade has to navigate deadly challenges, uncover conspiracies that run deeper than she imagined, and decide whether the man who holds her heart is her greatest protector… or her ultimate betrayer.

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Michelle Madow has been my instant read and buy author since I started reading her books in 2012. You can’t help but get captivated by the story and invested in the characters. It didn’t take me long to get hooked on this story. Silver Storm is slightly different than the other books that she has written, and darker, but it’s as engaging as her others. The moment that I started reading Silver Storm, my eyes were glued to the pages, and I found myself turning the pages; sometimes late into the night. There was always something happening, and every page had you craving for more, wondering what’s going to happen with Jade next. 

I loved Jade from the beginning, although I felt bad for her. The way that she ended up at Blaze Academy. I was rooting for her all the way through the book. I was glad that she had Logan by her side, helping her. You could feel the chemistry between two of them from the moment that the two of them met. I was curious about why Logan kept pushing her away, hoping he would come to his senses soon. I loved the magical world that Michelle created in Blaze Academy. Her descriptions of the Blaze Academy and everything that the students had to face were so vivid, playing in my head like a movie. The scenes between Logan and Jade were my favorites. 

That ending… I had to pick up the second book right away after that. I did not see that coming. It didn’t take me long to finish this story; I couldn’t get enough of Jade’s story. I’m curious to see what happens with Jade next, and Jade and Logan. I would highly recommend this book for any romantasy fans. Be prepared for a roller coaster ride!

The Ballad Of Never After(Once Upon Broken Heart,#2)

 

 

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Not every love is meant to be. 

After Jacks, the Prince of Hearts, betrays her, Evangeline Fox swears she'll never trust him again. Now that she’s discovered her own magic, Evangeline believes she can use it to restore the chance at happily ever after that Jacks stole away. 

But when a new terrifying curse is revealed, Evangeline finds herself entering into a tenuous partnership with the Prince of Hearts again. Only this time, the rules have changed. Jacks isn’t the only force Evangeline needs to be wary of. In fact, he might be the only one she can trust, despite her desire to despise him. 

Instead of a love spell wreaking havoc on Evangeline’s life, a murderous spell has been cast. To break it, Evangeline and Jacks will have to do battle with old friends, new foes, and a magic that plays with heads and hearts. Evangeline has always trusted her heart, but this time she’s not sure she can. . . .

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What did I just read? My heart… That ending, I did not see that coming. Both my best friend and I were in shock. That twist at the end, I need the next book now. This is not a series you can stop in; every chapter, every book will have you craving more. I finished it last night and discussed it with my best friend for a while. I still cannot get over it. 

I didn’t think I could fall in love with this series more, and once again, I was proven wrong. I loved the first book, but I loved The Ballad Of Never After even more. There was so much more happening in this book, and the last few chapters were intense; you won’t put the book down until you reach the end, and afterward, you will find yourself picking up the next book. There is part of me that is eager to see what happens, but another part is afraid of what might happen next. This is the series that you won’t forget, no matter how hard you try. I know that I will be re-reading this series in the future. 

The Ballad Of Never After is magical in so many ways, and I’m glad that I read it when the third book was out already. Jacks and Evangeline are officially my favorite couple; their story is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. I need to know what happens next. There is one character, I have so many words for, but I don’t want to give too much away. You will need to pick up the book and find out for yourself. This would make an amazing TV show or movie. I wish that I could give this book more than five stars; it deserves so much more.

Once Upon A Broken Heart(Once Upon A Broken Heart,#1)

 

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For as long as she can remember, Evangeline Fox has believed in true love and happy endings . . . until she learns that the love of her life will marry another.

Desperate to stop the wedding and to heal her wounded heart, Evangeline strikes a deal with the charismatic, but wicked, Prince of Hearts. In exchange for his help, he asks for three kisses, to be given at the time and place of his choosing. 

But after Evangeline’s first promised kiss, she learns that bargaining with an immortal is a dangerous game ― and that the Prince of Hearts wants far more from her than she’d pledged. He has plans for Evangeline, plans that will either end in the greatest happily ever after, or the most exquisite tragedy.

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This book is magical, heartbreaking, heartwarming, and everything that I love about romantasy. It’s safe to say that it’s my favorite romantasy for the year – so far. 

I’ve heard about Once Upon A Broken Heart when it just came out, and it has been on my to read list for a while. Then one of my best friends read it and told me I needed to check it out. We have been reading the series together since. I'm so glad she got me to read it. I may have lost sleep over this book because I couldn't put it down. If you're going to read this book, make sure you have time. Everything about this book is magical and extraordinary, especially the characters. You will come across characters you hate, and others you know you should hate but secretly love. Also, the world-building is outstanding! 

I loved Evangeline from the start, although I felt that Luc didn’t love her the way that she loved him. There was something about Luc that I didn’t completely trust. I was hoping that she would see that at some point. The connection between Jacks and Evangeline was instant; even if the two of them didn’t see at the time, I knew that there was something there. I knew that I shouldn’t like Jacks, and at first, I didn’t. I didn’t trust him. However, as the book progressed, he grew on me. He was one of most compelling characters I have read about. There is something about him, you cannot help but like him. The twists and turns in this book…it’s one of things that will have you turning the page. Just when I didn’t think I could be more surprised, only to be proven wrong. 

I cannot get this story out of my mind, and I will be starting the next one – I need to know what happens. The action, the magic system, and the way Stephanie describes everything are remarkable and feel so real. I have a feeling that this is going to end being one of my favorite series. Highly recommended for romantasy fans.

People We Meet On Vacation.

 

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Poppy and Alex. Alex and Poppy. They have nothing in common. She’s a wild child; he wears khakis. She has insatiable wanderlust; he prefers to stay home with a book. And somehow, ever since a fateful car share home from college many years ago, they are the very best of friends. For most of the year they live far apart—she’s in New York City and he’s in their small hometown—but every summer for a decade, they have taken one glorious week of vacation together.
Until two years ago, when they ruined everything. They haven’t spoken since. 

Poppy has everything she should want, but she’s stuck in a rut. When someone asks when she was last truly happy, she knows without a doubt it was on that ill-fated final trip with Alex. And so, she decides to convince her best friend to take one more vacation together—lay everything on the table, make it all right. Miraculously, he agrees. 

Now she has a week to fix everything. If only she can get around the one big truth that has always stood quietly in the middle of their seemingly perfect relationship. What could possibly go wrong?

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Have you ever come across a book that, the minute you finish reading, you want to go back and read it again? People We Meet On Vacation was that book for me. I have been hearing about this book for a while, and I even got it a couple of years ago on my birthday. One of my best friends and I decided to buddy read this one, and I’m so glad that we did! It’s the perfect book to start my summer reading. People We Meet On Vacation was such a beautifully written book; the characters, the descriptions, the setting, and, of course, the connection between the characters. Every page had me craving more and wishing I didn’t have to study. I fell in love with Alex and Poppy’s story within a few minutes of starting the book. 

You could tell that what Poppy and Alex had gone beyond friendship; even if they didn’t want to admit. The connection that those shared was so heartwarming and had me smiling. Although, I wish that those would realize and admit their feelings. I loved the way that the story shifted from present summer to the past summers that Alex and Poppy spent together. I loved the way Alex and Poppy joked with each other and the situations they found themselves in. Despite that, they were always there for one another. 

The last few chapters were my favorites. This story is everything that I love about romance. Friends to Lovers is one of my favorite tropes, and People We Meet On Vacation is on top of that list. Now that I have read the book, I’m even more excited to see the movie. Plus, I’m in the mood to read more summer books. I could keep talking about this book, but I don’t want to give too much away. You’ll have to check out to find out for yourself.

Promise(Rogue River,#1)

 

 

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Thank you to the author,L.B Dunbar and The Author Agency for providing me with E-ARC, in exchange for honest review.   

 

 06.04.26 

Dart Rivers is my ex-husband, or so I thought. 

Three years ago, he drove out of our small town to chase racing dreams, leaving me and my broken heart in his rearview mirror. 

Couple goals and shattered promises brought feelings of failure on both our parts. 

Then one night, a special delivery is left on my back step. A stork-drop of sorts. (Think Baby Boom). At first, I believe there must be a mistake, but when the sweet bundle swaddled in pink gazes at me, I’ll do anything to keep her.
Enter Dart Rivers again. 

An accident on the track leads to him sneaking into the house, crashing on my couch, and announcing he’s still mine.
Close proximity provides honest conversations, friendly couch time, and familiar attractions. With silver speckled in his hair, Dart is still the best-looking man I’ve ever seen, making my belly flutter and my heart beat again. 

But can I trust that fragile organ? Can I give my ex-not-ex-husband a second chance? Can I believe Dart’s new promises?

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This was such a heartbreaking, yet beautiful book to read. I’m so glad that I got a chance to read this story. Once I finished this book, I found myself thinking about the story long after I turned the last page. I recommended this book to my friends, and I have a feeling that I will be returning to this book in the future. I’m already excited to read the next book in the series. 

Promise affected me in so many ways. Trinity and Dart’s journey was outstanding and written with so much emotion; I felt it all. I was rooting for two of them from the beginning, hoping that Trinity and Dart would find a way back to each other. I loved the way L.B portrayed Trinity and Dart, and the way that Dart fought for their love, their marriage. This story felt so real, and I found myself unable to stop turning the pages, wanting to see what happens with them next. I loved the way that Dart was there for Trinity when she needed him. It was clear that he never stopped loving her. 

The surprise baby storyline was so heartwarming. Trinity was such an amazing mother, and the way Dart stepped in to help. The connection between Dart and Trinity was one of my favorites, and as of right now, they are my favorite couple. Promise was the second book that I have read by L.B Dunbar and it won’t be the last. I can’t wait to check out her other work!