The Night Circus by Erin Morgestern

Review by Cheryl G. (Poncer)

I am not a reader of fantasy, nor a believer in it. But maybe after devouring The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern….
I ordered this book through PaperBackSwap for a mere credit, just to see what the hype was about and from the moment I admired the cover art, though the last page of the book, I was not disappointed.

The story begins, “The circus arrives without warning” and I am very glad that I opened my mind up enough to begin to read.

Throughout I remained a bit confused. But now looking back, that was not due to my inexperience reading fantasy, but rather Ms. Morgenstern’s plan.

A circus set in the late 1800’s, with enough well-developed characters to make it enjoyable, is the setting for the book. Le Cirque des Reves. The Circus of Dreams.

But the circus is so much more than just an old-time circus and the characters were really the focus of the story. At the center, a hero and a heroine, who either alone would have made a great story the author makes them so real. And the supporting characters too, are real enough to make one hate or love them. To cheer for them, or wish them gone.

And like so many time since becoming a member at PBS, the overwhelming feeling that we are all together greater than the sum of our parts.
Get a copy and read this book. I am certain you will be glad you did.

Hot SEAL Lover by Lynn Raye Harris

Review by Cynthia F. (frazerc)

This is another great read from Lynn Raye Harris. It delivers all the things we expect from her: hot alpha guys, fast-paced action, a hero and heroine laden with ‘issues’ and a connection between them so strong it can’t be denied [although they try, REALLY try], hot sex scenes and a satisfying conclusion. For those who have been following the series we also see many of the characters we have grown to know and love along the way.

I must admit to occasionally wanting to smack the heroine. Her issues led her to a one night stand with the hero and then she left. The hero has his own problems, especially the guilt he feels for not rescuing his sister. Things might have stopped there if there wasn’t a revolution…

When the rebels trap a bunch of Americans [including Christina] the hero’s team is missioned in to get them out of the war zone. It’s a long and dangerous journey and adrenaline is a great prioritizer. Sometimes the truth does set you free…

A great story with a happy ending. What more can one ask?

Can you read this as a stand alone? Yes. Is it better if you read it as part of the series? Yes, it enriches the reading experience if you do. No, you don’t have to read them in order but again, it is better if you do.

Hostile Operations Team series

Book 1: Hot Pursuit (Matt & Evie)

Book 2: Hot Mess (Sam & Georgie)

Book 3: Hot Package (Billy & Olivia)

Book 4: Dangerously Hot (Kev & Lucky)

Book 5: Hot Shot (Jack & Gina)

Book 6: Hot Rebel (Nick & Victoria)

Book 7: Hot Ice (Garrett & Grace)

Book 8: Hot & Bothered (Ryan & Emily)

Book 9: Hot SEAL (Dane & Ivy)

Book 10: Hot Protector (Chase & Sophie)

Book 11: Hot SEAL Lover (Remy & Christina)