Review: Eleven fabulous reads!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 30, 2014
Reading this anthology was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.  All eleven shorts were written by different talented authors, each unique in its own way and each providing its own type of entertainment.  I was introduced to authors I hadn’t experienced before (but will definitely be following from this point forward), as well as had the pleasure of reading more from authors I already know and love.All Roads Lead to Jackson by Juli Valenti:  This one was a cute, fun read that had that sexy Southern hero we all know and love.  It proved that we can find love when we are least expecting to find it.Bad Girlfriend by Brooke Cumberland: Oh boy. This story evoked some serious emotion and left more wanting more. I was thrilled to find out there is an extended version coming soon.  Have your Kleenex ready for this one!Coming Home by Melissa Collins: Second Chances.  Yes, we do get them!  I loved the feel of this story…that sometimes the underdog does have a chance.  I will definitely read more from this author.Cora’s Plantation by Jettie Woodruff: Very good story about two people coming into their own and realizing good things await when they take control of their own lives.  The author did a great job at weaving together the lives of our main characters, Cora and Anderson.Fated Love (Others of Edenton #2.5) by Brandy L. Rivers: This one is part of a series, but can be read as a standalone.  Great read for lovers of paranormal and fantasy…fast paced with feeling.  You’ll want more from this author!Have My Heart by Rene Folsom:  Great read that very tactfully broached a sometimes controversial subject.  Folsom was successful at evoking some real emotion in me, having me root for our main characters and wanting to scold the narrow-minded folks they encounter.Home Again by Vicki Green:  Such a great little story about a girl surviving a bad situation and having a second chance.  There are some complications on that journey though, which make this a page-turner.Masked Encounters by Felicia Tatum: This was a quick, sexy read that left me wanting more when I originally read it. Sparks fly when Korah and Dane meet, and their chemistry is undeniable. I’ve since gone on to read the next two installments in this series of shorts and will be reading the fourth soon!No Details by Marie Wathen: I’ve read works by this author before and will definitely continue to read her work. I thoroughly enjoyed Cheney and Ace and watching their relationship unfold. Wathen did an excellent job at developing these characters in such a short read and definitely left me wanting more!Shattered by Sarah M. Cradit:  I’ve read everything written by this author so this short was a great bonus read for me.  Cradit is exceptionally talented at writing characters with depth and intricate storylines.  Don’t worry, you don’t have to have read previous books in the series to enjoy this one.  You will want to dive into the House of Crimson & Clover series when you’re done though, so get ready to 1-click!The One by S.L. Dearing:  Fun, fast-paced read that will have you quickly turning the pages.  This one is filled with sexual tension and some laugh out loud moments as well.  Great characters, good storyline and will leave you wanting more!