Kroosreads and Reviews

  Kroosreadsandreviews: A maritime suspense read complete with pirates, ships criminal activity! This book will have you guessing as the story unfolds.  There are so many players involved and it's difficult to figure out who is a friend or a foe.    Braden is quite the guy as he will do anything to support his sister and niece.   Cressida is as tough as nails and is out to finish her deceased father's novel.  These two are stuck together as they unravel the mystery including Cresssida's estranged mother and her involvement. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc. The opinions are my own. Synopsis: Investigative journalist Cressida Dane arrives in Hidden Bay after a worldwide journey to finish her late father's manuscript on shipwrecks. As she tries to discover the story behind the "ghost ship"  Specter's Bounty , her only lead is a name her father left behind--Evelyn Monroe. As Cressida uncovers more about the ship, she quickly realizes...

  Kroosreadsandreviews: This book is like the game Clue and a murder mystery cruise meshed together! It was fun that it was the 7 authors hosting a book party on a cruise ship.  It was a little bit much for me to try to remember who all the Magnificent 7 were and what their genre was.    I felt like the murder mystery part was a little disjointed.   I felt bad for Penelope throughout the story as she tries to manage everyone and it's so overwhelming.    Another thing is that there is no mention of God or faith in the story.   Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc.  The opinions are my own. Synopsis: A laugh-out-loud rom-com wrapped in a whodunit, this high-seas adventure proves that sometimes the best love stories start with a little murder. Penelope Mae Dupont has one superpower: keeping her cool. Which is essential when you're the personal assistant to renowned mystery author Hugh Griffin. But when Pip organizes a luxu...

  Kroosreadsandreviews: These suspense stories that involve children pull on my heartstrings! The level of suspense was perfect, and the interactions between the characters drew me in.  I loved how Maxwell stepped into a stranger's drama and stayed involved throughout.  Brenda was so strong throughout and her love for Rose was so evident.   Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc.  The opinions are my own. Synopsis: When his scared neighbor appears on his doorstep seeking refuge from a gunman, former police officer Maxwell Prescott is determined to shield the single mother and her toddler daughter. With Brenda Granger’s witness-protection location compromised and her late husband’s ties to a drug-trafficking ring placing a target on her back, Maxwell is the only person she can trust. But with threats at every turn, Maxwell’s protection skills are put to the ultimate test, and outrunning danger could be beyond their reach. Can they evade lethal ass...

  Kroosreadsandreviews: This is a sweet story that has characters and cats that the reader will fall in love with.  It was so much fun to read about characters that I have read about in previous books, especially Abram and Lydia.   This book focused on Sam and Jane.  I loved how Sam tried to win Jane's heart while battling some of the past hurts.  Jane is such a compassionate person and cares deeply for cats, especially Secret! Thanks to Barbour Publishing for the arc. The opinions are my own. Synopsis: Full of faith, hope, and romance, this series takes you into the Heart of Amish country.   Sweet, shy, and devoted Amish woman, Jane Bontrager secretly hates her childhood nickname of Plain Jane. She doesn’t know who started the ugly name back in her school days, but she can never forget how it has long made her feel.   Jane has a huge crush on Amish buggy maker Samuel Mast, but they are both so shy they are more likely to turn old and gray alone t...

  Kroosreadsandreveiws: I read this as an audiobook and each narrator takes a little bit to get used to but she did a great job.  The pace of the narration was on point and her ability to use different inflections for different characters was appreciated. The story was a classic love inspired Suspense story.   The interaction between Zach and Lauren was great.  I especially enjoyed how she related to William through gaming and shared experiences.  Ranger was the star of the show as he protected those he loved. Thanks to netgalley and Harlequin for the arc.  The opinions are my own. Synopsis: With ruthless criminals closing in, this K-9 is on a mission to defend. Amateur photographer Lauren Hollander narrowly escapes a kidnapping attempt—moments before a disastrous earthquake rocks her small town, destroying her store. She’s saved from the rubble by Zachery Kimball and his search and rescue K-9, Ranger. Someone is determined to get to Lauren—but who, an...

  Kroosreadsandreviews: Gosh, these books capture me from the beginning and then the author adds a pregnant victim?!?   This was next level and I worried throughout the book for Holly and her baby.  It's such a good thing that she came in contact with Clive and his family.   I was left guessing throughout the book who was behind all of the criminal activity.   Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc.  The opinions are my own. Synopsis: A witness in danger… and a protector standing guard. Pregnant widow Holly Myers just wants a fresh start for her and her unborn child, but when she witnesses a double murder, her quiet life is shattered. On the run, she finds refuge with former Deputy Sheriff Clive Cantrell, who is determined to keep her safe. But with killers on their trail who’ll stop at nothing to silence Holly, staying alive might just be impossible. Especially when clues link the murders to a drug trafficking operation hidden on ...