A Fatal Collection (Keepsake Cove Myster #1) by Mary Ellen Hughes

A Fatal Collection by Mary Ellen Hughes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed my first visit to Keepsake Cove and meeting Callie (Calliope) and hope to read more from the series in the future.
This is a great cozy mystery and I'll admit it took me a bit to decide who I thought the suspect would end up being. I figured it out towards the end, but it was still a surprise in a way.
The story flows nicely and the author's description of the town and shops definitely sounds like a place I'd love to come across while traveling.

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I Love My Bread Machine by Anne Sheasby

I Love My Bread Machine: More Than 100 Recipes for Delicious Home Baking by Anne Sheasby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I'm going to have to dig out my bread machine! The tips that are included will be very helpful, as I have only made regular white bread before. I can't wait to try a few of these. I had no idea that there were so many kinds of breads that could be made in my machine. The Flowerpot Breads were adorable.

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Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite by Stacy McAnulty

Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite by Stacy McAnulty
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My 6 year old daughter loved the book and thought the ending was very funny. We have 5 cats and there is no way she could pick a favorite, although we all have a certain kitty that has taken up with each of us.

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Catsass by Claude Combacau

Lecciones de vida por catsass by Claude Combacau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It's cute. Really wish it was a paperback version instead of digital so I could color it in and cut out some of the funny signs.
My daughter would love it, but there are some adult words in the book.
Overall, it made me laugh because I have 5 cats and they all do the things mentioned in the book.

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Cat vs Human Fairy Tails by Yasmine Surovec

Cat vs Human Fairy Tails by Yasmine Surovec
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was completely adorable! It was a quick read for my daughter and I before bedtime. We giggled the whole way through the book. My daughter's favorite story was Sleeping Beauty because she thought it was hilarious that the cat was able to wake her up when the prince couldn't. My favorite was The Ugly Kitten, I have a soft spot for cats that are usually overlooked in shelters. We recently adopted two solid black cats from our local shelter. I was pleased with the ending of this story. I admit I got a bit emotional when the kitty slept behind the trash bin. Then, I was really happy when the lady scooped the kitty up and took it home.
My daughter and I really loved this version of these fairy tales. I originally expected them to be a bit longer or more detailed, but I actually think this is perfect for a quick and funny bedtime story for kids. I hope to get a physical copy for my daughter to have since she loved it so much.

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Waking Up Married by Mira Lyn Kelly

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Kindle Edition, Harlequin KISS, 275 pages
Published December 1st 2012 by Harlequin KISS
ASIN: B009YP9L7U
URL: http://miralynkelly.com/
Setting: Las Vegas, Nevada (United States)

Summary from Goodreads:
Her first thought: "Who are you?"
It's the morning after her cousin's bachelorette party in Vegas and Megan Scott wakes up with the mother of all hangovers. Even worse, she's in a stranger's penthouse having woken up with something else as well - a funny, arrogant, sexy...husband!
Up until now, finding even a boyfriend had seemed impossible - been there, got the broken heart, sworn off men for good. Then a few martinis with Carter...no, Connor Reed and she's gone from first meet to marriage in one night!
Megan wants a lawyer. But Connor's shocking bombshell?
"I don't want a divorce."
My Thoughts:
I figured this would be a light, romantic read, but I didn't expect the emotions I got from the dialogue. The story was a bit predictable and drawn out, but at the same time it wasn't. I found myself thinking "Make up your minds!" more than once, in a good way. I also like that the book gives multiple points-of-view from the characters.
Megan is an independent woman who is tired of dealing with men and the hurt they can cause. She decides to take matters into her own hands and have a baby herself. She just needs the right guy to provide the good stuff. But right now, she must deal with going to Vegas for her cousin's wedding.
Connor is a controlling businessman who is used to getting what he wants. He and a few of his buddies decide to take a trip to Vegas. Connor and Megan had  rough childhoods, resulting in both of them having trouble in their romantic relationships
After drinking way to much, Megan and Connor wake up together the next morning. She can't remember a thing, but he remembers everything. Megan wants a divorce, knowing that this isn't part of her plan. Connor remembers what they talked about the night before, and he just can't let her go. He wants to give the marriage a try. Megan isn't so sure. So, they decide on a trial period. After that, she is free to go if she wants to.
Connor spends the next few weeks trying to show her how great they are together. Megan tries to get him to see the things that may not be so great about the relationship, like him coming home to find her wearing a stinky face mask. After a while, it gets to be too much for her, so she heads back home. Connor doesn't want to give her up that easily.
In the end he learns not to be so controlling and I have to admit that he pissed me off a few times. It was also hard to stay mad at him when he was doing it in a caring way just trying to get her to see that the marriage could work. Megan learns how to open up and allow him to be a part of her life and that not all men make promises that they don't keep.
The ending itself was really sweet. I would say more about why, but I don't want to give it away. So, this is your typical Vegas wedding story, with a twist. I think it is something a bit different and refreshing.


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Taken By Him (The Billionaire's Club #2) by Red Garnier

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ebook, 112 pages
Published May 28th 2013 by St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN:  1466833459 (ISBN13: 9781466833456)                                
Series: The Billionaire's Club

Summary from Goodreads:
   The Billionaire’s Club: The wealthiest, most powerful men, not only in Chicago, but in the world.  They are used to having whatever they want, whenever they want it.
   Luke Preston is the ultimate playboy among his billionaire friends.  Every bad girl in Chicago has surrendered in his bed.  Some good girls, too.  But when he ends up in the hospital after an assassination attempt, his friends suggest he take a long vacation to recoup, regroup and lay off the women until the man is caught.  However, when Luke lays eyes on the stunning brunette across the beach, she inspires every dark, erotic thought his mind can conjure.
   Peyton Lane has always been serious and responsible and she’s determined to have some fun for once in her life.  And that means a deliciously, sexy affair with a stranger while she’s on vacation.  So when a blond Adonis named Luke crosses her path at the Cancun resort, she’s determined that he will be the one. But Peyton gets more than she bargained for when Luke introduces her to a passion unlike any she has ever experienced and she discovers that behind that charming smile are secrets and a beautiful, damaged soul.
   Red Garnier takes readers deep into a world of incredible emotion and undeniable power and possession.
   Also, don’t miss CLAIMED BY HIM, the first unforgettable story in The Billionaire’s Club, available now.

 My Thoughts:
First off, this is a hot, erotic quick read.
Luke Preston is a billionaire from Chicago who is smart, charming, and quite the playboy. He was shot while sleeping with a woman. After recovering, his friends think he needs to lay off on and manage to talk him into going out of town for a while because they are afraid the shooter will try again. It would give the police a chance to find the guy.
Peyton Lane is a businesswoman who hasn't had many relationships. Her personal life is non-existent. She takes pride in being a perfectionist but realizes she needs some time away from the office. She decides to go to the beach for a break.
Peyton gets her first glance at Luke when he is tossing a football with a young boy on the beach. Of course, the ball ends up flying in her direction and Luke runs over. Peyton realizes that being here is the perfect time for a one-night fling and this guy would be perfect.
They end up spending the next few days together and know that it has to come to an end when she leaves. The fling is supposed to be just that, a fling. A one time thing and then move on. But, it doesn't happen like that. They begin talking about their lives back home, only he keeps his info pretty vague.
The time comes when she must go back home and return to the real world. Later, Peyton finds out who Luke really is and agrees to go to a party with her coworker who happens to be neighbors with Luke.
Luke just can't get into the party he is throwing to help him get over her...and then she walks in.
  I really liked the story. In the beginning I hated Luke's arrogance, but as I got further into the story, I found myself liking him. Some of the dialogue had me giggling and threatening to wake up my hubby. In the end, I do think Luke could have done a better job explaining himself and his actions after lying to her. The reader gets to see both of their points-of-view along the way. I think this story shows that love can be based on something other than money. Especially if you are a hot billionaire. This is a stand-alone book that can be read separately or as part of the series. It is quick, so a short afternoon reading in a hammock would be the perfect setting. I can't wait to read more from Red Garnier. I also plan to pick up book #1 of the series soon.

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