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A romance that is connected with but less important than the main plot in a story. A secondary part of the story and not the main focus.

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Tile M for Murder by Felicia Carparelli: Book Review

From our review: “Beginning with the title, there is a lot of cleverness going on in this book. There is an old noir film titled Dial M for Murder and, as with the title, there are a lot of references to older film and literary characters.”

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In the Shadow of the Palace by Eliza Andrews: Book Review

From our review: “Little do they know that the Wise Man’s simple act of kindness was just the beginning. When a crisis strikes Cara is thrust into a role that will forever shape the destiny of the entire kingdom.”

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Perilous Things by Elizabeth Andre: Book Review

From our review: “What seems a bit of a cozy mystery quickly becomes a dangerous game to people directly and indirectly involved. When the team itself is threatened, the threat feels very real with an edge of the seat thrill.”

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Perilous Passages by Edale Lane: Audiobook Review

From our review: “One of the great things about Holmesian mysteries is how they engage the reader in trying to work them out. The author always gives enough clues to figure out whodunnit, but I was led astray a couple of time”

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The Bloodborn Dragon by JC Rycroft: Book Review

From our review: “This is a quirky read with an interesting and unique story. It doesn’t do anything you expect it to which makes it entertaining.”

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A Crime of Secrets by Ann Aptaker: Book Review

From our review: “It was an absolute delight to read, explore and savor. Although I couldn’t turn the pages quickly enough, at the same time I had to take my time, reread passages and enjoy the brilliant writing”

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Empress of Dorsa by Eliza Andrews: Audiobook Review

From our review: “This is the final book of the trilogy so start with Princess of Dorsa if you haven’t read it yet. But the entire series is very worth it.”

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Soldier of Dorsa by Eliza Andrews: Audiobook Review

From our review: “The politics and intrigue that was started in the first book ramped up for this one making it feel a little like a giant game of chess.”

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Unusual Minds by Tracie Hollis: Book Review

“The writing itself is beautiful. The use of language is emotive and the descriptions are vivid. The story is unique and interesting and I believe that lovers of science fiction will probably adore this book”

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Giovanna by Victoria Arrow: Book Review

From our review: “Victoria Arrow’s debut, Giovanna is a non-stop action-packed book that I lost sleep over because I needed to know how it was going to turn out”

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