A Bookie's Confessions

3/14/15

PROS & CONS by Sydney Logan

Con artists Jenna York and Ethan Summers always seem to cross paths during their travels around the world. With their partners in tow, the cunning criminals wreak havoc across the globe, stealing from the rich and giving to the richer. While Jenna tries to convince herself that she sees him as nothing more than a professional rival, Ethan finds it a little harder to fight his attraction to the beautiful thief.

When tragedy strikes, Jenna and Ethan join forces, but are the stakes too high? Can they escape this last job with their lives—and their hearts—intact?

WOW ! seriously I'm officially calling this Sydney Logan's BEST book yet....I LOVE this book. It has everything. I love the amount of romance mixed with anticipation and drama and lets not forget the suspense...OMGOSH !!! I'm in love with her leading man Ethan Summers. I want my own little pocket Ethan. He is everything we nerdy girls want in a book boyfriend *sigh*. Also I'm not ashamed to admit it... I "may" have a "small" girly crush on Jenna York.. (she is so awesome, I tried to fight it, I did she's just well you will see ). I so enjoyed getting to read all the flirtatious banter between Ethan and Jenna. It was so witty and I found myself smiling while reading the book. It has a very "ahhh so sweet" quality. Sydney amazes me more and more with each book I read of hers. She pulls me in immediately. by chapter 3 I was already hooked and willing to stay up WAY past my bedtime reading. Halfway through the book I gave in and cried myself to sleep. I woke up and was antsy to get back to my book but real life calls first *sigh* . So what's a nerd girl to do? She tells the hubs to crock pot supper, puts on some Mickey Mouse for the toddler and FINALLY I get to dive back into Jenna and Ethan's world. I finished this book in 2 sittings. I couldn't put it down. I wanted MORE and MORE. I needed to know what was gonna happen next. This book EXCEEDED all expectations I had. It's not just another romance. It had me sitting on the edge of my seat... Definitely a must read book...

I"m also loving that she named a character after me. I debated on if i should mention this but AN AUTHOR NAMED A CHARACTER AFTER ME !!!!!!! that's HUGE right? I loved it. It made this nerd girls day. I'm so happy with my character =) THANKS SYDNEY FOR THE BOOK AND THE CHARACTER

Amazon bestselling author Sydney Logan holds a Master's degree in Elementary Education. She is the author of three novels - Lessons Learned, Mountain Charm, and Soldier On. Sydney has also penned four short stories and is a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul.

A native of East Tennessee, Sydney enjoys playing piano and relaxing on her porch with her wonderful husband and their very spoiled cat.

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10/10/14

Fred and the Disappearing Monsters: Children's Ebook: Friends Can Scare Monsters Away! by Lynda Raymond

Fred sneaked out of the house for an adventure. Little did he know that three Murky Monsters awaited him! Unaware of the danger, Fred plods along, making new friends as he goes. He meets Mr. Cat, Shirley Sheep, and Russell Rabbit, who has a magic nose! Find out how they vanquish the Murky Monsters together!

This book was such a cute little read. I didn't expect much as well it's a kids book BUT as I watched Joleah smile, her little eyes light up, and she would point at the "monsters". It was the best feeling. She would giggle and laugh as I made animal sounds and changed my voice. She has never set through and entire story yet. She's only 15 months. Ya know there's better things than books, aka MICKEY MOUSE. She sat through this entire story. SCORE ! This was a mommy first and I was so proud. As I said those familiar words, THE END, she was fast asleep. It was the best feeling ever. Knowing that she liked this book so much is why I totally give it 5 stars. HIGHLY recommend.

Lynda takes great delight in providing your children with entertaining books that share valuable life lessons. As caring adults, all of us want the children in our lives to grow up to be happy and well-adjusted. We want them to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Lynda Raymond Books are developed with this in mind.

Lynda Raymond is a veteran teacher and school counselor. She has taught all levels of public school, including university classes. She has served as an elementary school counselor, helping both children and parents. She has also led conferences for parents and students.

Lynda holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology. She brings all her experience and knowledge to the creation of books especially for your children. One of Lynda's favorite activities is reading with her three precious grandchildren! She wishes all of you many cozy reading times! Thank you!

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8/12/14

Wounded by Jasinda Wilder

** This is one of my OLDER reviews**

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War has taken everything from me. My family. My home. My innocence. In a country blasted by war and wracked by economic hardship, a young orphan girl like me has very few options when it comes to survival. Thus, I do what I must to live, to eat, and I try very hard to not consider the cost to my soul. My heart is empty, and my existence brutal.

The one impossibility in my life is love.

And then I meet HIM.

War is hell. It takes a chunk out of a man's very soul to do the kinds of things war demands of you. You live with fear, you live with guilt, and you live with nightmares. If you haven't been through it, there's no understanding it. War leaves no room for love, no room for tenderness or softness. You gotta be hard, closed off, and ready to fight every moment of every day. Lose focus for a split second, and you're dead.

Now the only thing that can save me is HER

This book is unlike Jasinda’s other stories. This one is DARK , TWISTED, and VIOLENT… YET….BEAUTIFUL, SENSUAL, and INTENSE. I loved the way she gets so INSIDE the characters head. The way Jasinda lets the readers inside of Rania’s head lets them FEEL and UNDERSTAND more of who she is ? why she has done what she’s done? The way Jasinda tell’s Rania’s point of view it’s as if you ARE Rania. You feel her emotions. She does the same for Hunter. Hunter has had a troubled past and is just looking to move on with his life. He didn’t count on falling for one of the local girls. Jasinda does the same with Hunters point of view. She lets us in on EVERY aspect of his pain, emotional ties and the journey of trying to resist Rania. There story had me all over the place emotional wise. I felt sorrow, pain, love, angst, and romance. I was SURPRISED by reading this. I was not expecting to like it as well as I did. It started off slowly but after Rania and Hunter finally meet…..it held my attention through out to the end….GREAT JOB ON THIS JASINDA !

My words are spoken to the rhythm of our body’s union... #Wounded @JasindaWilder

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NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, WALL STREET JOURNAL and international bestselling author Jasinda Wilder is a Michigan native with a penchant for titillating tales about sexy men and strong women. Her bestselling titles include ALPHA, STRIPPED, WOUNDED, and the #1 Amazon and international bestseller FALLING INTO YOU. You can find her on her farm in Northern Michigan with her husband, author Jack Wilder, her five children and menagerie of animals.

Jasinda is represented by Kristin Nelson of the Nelson Literary Agency.

Book 2 has just been released !