Ebook Review: The Seance Garden by Juliet Blackwell

 

Blurb: 

After a cheesy ghost tour in one of California’s oldest towns stumbles upon an actual haunting, a skeptical historian of the occult becomes entangled in solving a murder case.

When Professor Harper Grae loses a bet with a friend, she finds herself on a local nighttime tour of “haunted” locations in Monterey. Harper’s a lifelong non-believer in the occult, though her academic career is devoted to the historical and societal significance of witchcraft, ghosts, and medicinal poisons of all sorts. But her skepticism immediately gets tested when the tour stumbles on the body of local artist Delilah Mason—who’s found murdered on the grounds of a nearly two-hundred-year-old mansion, once home to the infamous Perles family.

On the night Mason’s body is found, Harper catches sight of something in the house that she can’t shake, something that’s impossible to explain, at least not rationally. Soon the murder investigation reveals that this is the second time a woman has been found murdered beneath a sprawling cypress tree in the gardens of the Perles Mansion. And when Harper’s closest friend is questioned by the police, Harper fears the authorities will fail to uncover the real killer.

As Harper asks questions around town and digs deeper into the supernatural speculation and rumors surrounding the murders—two women killed in similar circumstances, separated by nearly two centuries —she sees evidence she can’t ignore that the notorious mansion truly is haunted by the ghost of Isabel Perles.

What will it cost Harper to rethink everything she’s always believed to admit that the veil between the living and the dead might actually be crossed?

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My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

This was an intriguing mystery/whodunit. I thoroughly enjoyed the paranormal and historic aspects. Harper believed in the science but became a convert. She experienced fear, ghostly presences, and a killer. I kept changing my mind about who the killer was until the end, right along with the characters. Harper's friends, old and new, added very much to the emotional side as well as the storyline. Well worth the read.

I received a copy through Netgalley and PRH, and this is my unsolicited review.

Release: Devil's Riot MC: Southeast (complete series collection) by E.C. Land

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Hammer's Pride
Malice's Soul
Axe's Devotion
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Savage's Honor
Bruiser's Reckoning
Cy's Destruction 

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Preorder: Sparrow (Hawke's Wood #3) by Quinn Marlowe, preorder for 99 cents

LITTLE BIRD... DOVE... NOW SPARROW!

The next installment of the angsty, taboo Hawke's Wood romance series by Quinn Marlowe is available to preorder now for just 99¢!

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TWO DANGEROUS MEN. ONE BROKEN GIRL. AND A PROMISE SHE NEVER SAW COMING.

None of this was planned.

One moment I’m eating dinner with friends, and the next I’m kidnapped and dumped in a town I’ve never heard of. Where I know no one.

Then I see a face I recognize. One I’ve known my whole life… and never expected to see again.

My mother’s stepbrother. The one I was never allowed to talk to.

Head of the local motorcycle club, Mars Hawke is rough enough to run it with an iron fist. And he takes one look at me, lost and terrified, and claims me as his own. He’s possessive and dangerous, yes. But also playful.

Devoted.

When he brings his best friend into the picture, I find his complete opposite. Orion is dark. Brooding. Tattooed and silent and the ultimate temptation. If Mars is wildfire, Orion is the darkness after it burns.

They’re both deadly and far too dangerous for someone like me, but when trouble suddenly catches up with me, they jump to my rescue, and I’m faced with a choice.

My instinct is to give myself up. Save the men I’ve come to love. But these men touch me like I’m precious. Like I’m everything they’ve ever wanted. Like I’m worth saving.

And when they say they’ll burn the mountain down before giving me back… I believe them.

Because I’ve never felt so safe before. Like I’m finally seen.

Finally home.

If I can choose to let them keep me.

If they’ll choose to keep me as well.

Sparrow is the third book in the Hawke’s Wood series, and is why choose, small-town romance that features step-uncle, step-uncle’s best friend, motorcycle club, protective heroes, touch her and die, found family, forced proximity, hidden identity, trauma healing, age gap, angst, and enough spice to make you want a Mars and Orion of your very own.

About Quinn:

Quinn Marlowe is a writer of girls with bad ideas and the men who have to save them. She doesn't believe in simple plots or clean endings... and she loves a good cliffhanger.

She's not sorry for that. 

She's a fan of red wine, cheesecake, perfect hash browns, and really good punk rock. She’s also obsessed with everything piratical—though she refuses to acknowledge any actual connection to pirates. She studied English and Film at UCLA and, when forced to choose a career, chose publishing rather than teaching or being a filmmaker. Quinn lives in San Diego with her dogs, the ducks that moved into the front yard, and far too many cats.

When she's not writing, you can find her riding her horse or playing villain in someone else's story. And she's not sorry about that, either.

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Preorder: Rehabilitated by My Mate (Night Grove Falls: Midnight Haven #8) by Luna Wilder

Rehabilitated By My Mate 

by Luna Wilder 

Releases on August 14th!

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She’s a shifter who’s never shifted. He’s a shifter who just found his fated mate.

Russo
I’ve been all over the world looking for my fated mate with no luck.
I’ve given up now and resigned myself to a quiet life alone in Night Grove Falls.
Until one night, I find an injured woman in my backyard.
An injured woman who just so happens to be my mate.
It’s obvious that she’s been through something, and I know that I need to help her and keep her safe.
I’m just not sure how to go about doing that.

Ever
I’ve been locked away for so long that it’s strange being free.
Although I guess I’m not really free.
I’m scared to step outside, terrified that I’ll be found and dragged back home.
My savior, Russo, says that I can stay as long as I like.
He says that I’m already home, but I’m not sure how to trust his words.

How can I trust him when I can’t even trust myself?

 

Preorder: Just My Luck (Accidentally Yours #2) by Jennifer Bernard

Just My Luck 

by Jennifer Bernard 

Releases on August 11th!

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Everything's fine. Nothing to see here.

Just because billionaire Lincoln Kerr has misplaced a priceless piece of technology doesn't mean he can't fix the problem. All he has to do is go undercover as a gardener at a luxury Hawaiian resort, search the property, and convince everyone he's just another employee.

Easy.

Until the gorgeous and sunny concierge catches him in a very compromising position.
Zara Morrissey knows something is off about the resort's mysterious new gardener, but she can't quite figure out what. Raising her younger siblings doesn't leave her time for secrets—or charming men who keep showing up exactly when she needs them.

And now Lincoln owes her.

When Zara recruits him to play temporary manny, she has no idea she's stumbled into a high-stakes tug-of-war over a dangerous new threat. She’s experienced her share of life’s crazy left turns, but she never saw this one coming.

A billionaire in hiding. Tropical adventures. One unforgettable meet-cute. And suddenly Zara and Lincoln aren’t just falling for each other hard, they might be the only two people standing between paradise…and disaster.

 

Cover Reveal and Preorder: Cowboy's Christmas Baker (Trinity Falls Sweet Romance - Village Christmas #1) by Clara Pines

Cowboy's Christmas Baker 

by Clara Pines 

Releases on September 1st!

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Can everyone’s favorite baker win over the grumpiest cowboy in town?

It's bad enough that the man Mallory Fisher crushed on for years is marrying another woman, but now she also has to bake their wedding cake. Even so, she’s not going to let that ruin her Christmas.

The irrepressible small-town baker has decided she just needs forget all about love this Christmas. And to do that, she’s going to focus on coming up with a signature holiday treat that will finally put her beloved bakery on the map.

The daily support and encouragement she receives from the kind widower she met in her online support group is a recipe for success. Only she doesn’t count on him moving to Trinity Falls for his own fresh start. And she definitely doesn’t count on the things he makes her feel when they actually meet in person.

It turns out that Harrison Law is nothing like Mal expected.

Instead of the kindly older man she’s been picturing, Harrison is the perfect picture of tall, dark, and handsome. He’s also a single dad, with a grumpy streak she never noticed during their online chats. But Mal can’t help feeling drawn to the growly cowboy, and to his quiet eight-year-old daughter, Katie, who lights up whenever Mal talks about baking.

The three quickly begin spending time together. And everyone in Trinity Falls assumes they’re an item. But things aren’t always what they seem. And Harrison and Katie have been through so much that Mal isn’t sure her love is enough to bring them back into the light.

Can these three lonely souls really make their own happily-ever-after in time for Christmas? Or will it take a village to bring them together?

Trinity Falls Sweet Romance is all about finding family – one clean & wholesome romance at a time. The Trinity Falls Sweet Romance: Village Christmas inspirational series celebrates the people who live and work in a small Pennsylvania town at Christmastime, and find love and meaning in the season. If you love no spice books with cowboys, single dads, found family, caring community, and slow burn romance that makes you smile and sigh, this is the series for you!

 

Ebook Review: The Gunslinger (Red Ridge Chronicles #1) by Sarah Lamb

 

Blurb: 

Urgently needed, a gunslinger to protect a woman, her daughter, and her unborn babe.

Newly widowed and with a baby on the way, Hannah Carson faces a chilling ultimatum—marry her evil brother-in-law or be forced off her land. As the town of Red Ridge is swayed against her, loyal but aging ranch hand, Gus, sends away for a gunslinger—the only man who might be able to protect them.

Eli Jones takes the job, expecting a simple payday. But the situation is more complicated than he expected, and his presence brings additional risks to Hannah and to himself. In his line of work, falling for a woman is dangerous—and right now, he’s head over heels. It’s not a spot he expected or wanted to be in.

As danger and desire surround them, can Eli keep his mind focused on the task at hand? Or will their attraction end in tragedy?

These kisses only books can be enjoyed in any order, but are best read starting with book one.

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My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

I truly enjoyed this story, found it hard to put down. Hannah did her best to keep the land for her children. She had a little support from her ranch hand, Gus, and she continued to stand her ground through the legal side. I loved her tenacity, even with the danger surrounding her. Gus brought Eli, a gunslinger for hire, through an advertisement to the ranch. Eli was very protective, caring, and patient. Sparks flew between Hannah and Eli, though they waited. The addition of two acquaintances of Eli's brought more entertainment to this book. I look forward to the others in this series.

This is my unsolicited review.

Narrator Reveal: Alternate Plans (Melwood Views #1) by Ainsley Rhodes, narrators Elisabeth Knight and Noah Trent

Ainsley Rhodes has revealed the narrators for Alternate Plans!

Duet Narration by: Elisabeth Knight & Noah Trent

Releasing on September 15, 2026

When life reroutes, love offers a second chance…

Caroline thought she had it all figured out—life in Chicago, a steady future, and a marriage that looked perfect from the outside. Until one discovery shatters everything she thought she knew.

With her world unraveling, Caroline retreats to her small hometown in Indiana—the one place she swore she’d never return. But going back means facing more than just whispered questions and familiar streets… it means confronting the version of herself she left behind.

And then there’s him.

Her high school almost-love. The one who never quite faded. The one who makes her wonder if maybe her story didn’t end… it just took a different path.

As old feelings resurface and new truths come to light, Caroline must decide: keep holding onto the life she planned… or risk everything for the one she never saw coming.

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Blitz: Just Call Me Pardner by Sherry Roberts, illustrator Kashif Qasim, with a giveaway

Just Call Me Pardner

by Sherry Roberts

Kid's Western Adventure

Date Published: 07-15-2025

Publisher: Solander Press

A.J. had always dreamed of being a cowboy on his family's Oklahoma farm. Without a horse, he felt like something was missing. How could he care for the animals and help with the farm work without a trusty steed?

One afternoon, A.J. returned home from school to find a surprise waiting for him in the barn - a beautiful little horse named Lady Star. She was now his to ride and care for. From that day on, A.J. spent all his free time learning how to ride Lady Star and caring for her. He dreamed of being skilled enough to ride alongside his grandfather, father, and Jon, the farm hand, during the cattle roundups.

Award-winning author Sherry Roberts weaves a heartfelt story about growing up in the 1930s and 1940s. Based on the tales passed down by her father, Just Call Me Pardner is a must-read for history lovers and those who enjoy stories of the American West.

 

About the Author

Sherry Roberts holds a Ph.D. from the University of Louisville in Curriculum and Instruction. She is an award-winning author and photographer of children’s picture books: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas…A First for Gus; Hello, Can I Bug You?; Sonnet, Sonnet, What’s In Your Bonnet?, The Best Reading Buddy; What’s Wrong With Barnaby?, A Visit Through the Wetlands, and Amica Helps Zoe.

Dr. Roberts has a three-book middle grade series. Book one, The Galaxy According to Cece, began the series. Book two, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Mysterious Dr. Pruitt arrived next, followed by book three, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Stars Align.

Her debut chapter book series begins with Just Call Me Pardner. The second book, Just Look at Those Boots, launched March 2026 and book three, Just Don’t Give A Girl A Frog, is coming in 2027. Each book can stand alone in this series.

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Blitz: Just Look at Those Boots by Sherry Roberts, illustrator Victoria Marble, with a giveaway

Just Look at Those Boots

by Sherry Roberts

Children's Western

Date Published: 02-26-2026

Publisher: Solander Press

A.J. is so excited about his new cowboy boots. He wears them on the first day of the school year. Mom said it was for only one day and then back to his regular boots or sneakers. During recess, A.J. plays in an exciting game of kickball. When he gets home, Jon, the farmhand, sees the boots and tells him to clean them up. There are chores to do, and Lady Star has waited all day for him to go for a ride.

On the ride, while A.J. daydreams, Lady Star sees the pond. A.J. learns that daydreaming, horseback riding, and ponds don’t go well together. In this book, Sherry Roberts continues to tell stories inspired by her father’s childhood during the 1930s and 1940s in Northeast Oklahoma. For those who enjoy stories of the American West, as well as history, Just Look at Those Boots is must-read. 

About the Author

 

 Sherry Roberts holds a Ph.D. from the University of Louisville in Curriculum and Instruction. She is an award-winning author and photographer of children’s picture books: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas…A First for Gus; Hello, Can I Bug You?; Sonnet, Sonnet, What’s In Your Bonnet?, The Best Reading Buddy; What’s Wrong With Barnaby?, A Visit Through the Wetlands, and Amica Helps Zoe.

Dr. Roberts has a three-book middle grade series. Book one, The Galaxy According to Cece, began the series. Book two, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Mysterious Dr. Pruitt arrived next, followed by book three, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Stars Align.

Her debut chapter book series begins with Just Call Me Pardner. The second book, Just Look at Those Boots, launched March 2026 and book three, Just Don’t Give A Girl A Frog, is coming in 2027. Each book can stand alone in this series.

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