You Can Scream (Laurel Snow #5) Rebecca Zanetti

 

You Can Scream (Laurel Snow #5)

By: Rebecca Zanetti

Recommendation: 🌕🌕🌕🌕 - (Out of 5 🌕)

Genre: Romantic Suspense, Thriller

Length: 320 Pages

Pace: Medium

Moods: Adventurous, Mysterious, Tense

The next installment of Rebecca Zanetti's Laurel Snow series did not disappoint. Her last book felt like a conclusion to the series involving Special Agent Snow, with her father dead and sister charged. I wasn't sure if we would see anymore from this thrilling world. I very rarely read suspense but Zanetti's ability to develop great stories and characters have me captivated by the this storyline and the interesting people she has written.

Special Agent Laurel Snow has evolved greatly since book #1, 'You Can Run'. As a highly intelligent individual, she has always been a little different. She doesn't quite understand societal norms or how to develop meaningful relationships. Her boyfriend, the Fish and Wildlife Captain, Huck Rivers has a lot to do with Laurel's growth. Working closely together, the duo have solved some fascinating cases.

Laurel's half-sister, Abigail, is being tried for the murder of their father. Like Laurel, Abigail is a highly intelligent individual. Unlike Laurel, Abigail has the inability to feel emotions or understand the difference between right and wrong. Laurel certainly does not sanction the actions of her sister, especially as it relates to the death of their father. Fact is, he was not a good man but as a member of law enforcement, Laurel believes he deserved the right to a fair trial. A sniper taking a close shot at Abigail on the stairs of the courthouse propels the FBI and local agencies into their next investigation. From there, everything seems to escalate tenfold. It is a race against time for Agent Laurel and Captain Huck as they try to figure out who is behind the latest strings of murders in their rural Washington town.

I am very happy to have more exciting adventures with Laurel Snow and am looking forward to Zanetti's next book in the series.

 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.                                            

Available December 16, 2025

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Endlessly Yours (The Wilder Brothers #10) Carrie Ann Ryan

 

Endlessly Yours (The Wilder Brothers #10)

By: Carrie Ann Ryan

Recommendation: 🌕🌕🌕🌕 - (Out of 5 🌕)

Genre: Romance, Contemporary Romance

Length: 235 Pages

Pace: Medium

Moods: Emotional, Sad, Tragic, Hopeful, Page-Turner,  Happily Every After

This story destroyed me and then gave me hope. I worried that I would struggle with the main character's loss and the manner in which it happened as I have had the same life experiences, but the way he was able to grow and move on was inspiring. Both Brooks and Rory are wonderful, amazing, and strong people. The sacrifices they are willing to make for others, completely selfless.

'Don't die with me, Brooks. I need you to find that happy every after.'

Brooks never intended to keep the promise he made to his dying wife Amara, a promise to find love again. A chance encounter on the anniversary of Amara's death would be the beginning of the next stage in Brooks Wilder's life. He never intended to see his one night stand again but she turns out to be best friends with his brother's partner and is constantly at the resort.

Rory tries to give Brooks Wilder a wide berth. He never seems to be happy or in a good mood. When she unexpectedly finds herself the guardian of her two young nieces, she realizes she doesn't have enough room in her tiny apartment for three individuals and agrees to move in to one of Brooks rental houses, the one right next door to his own house.

Brooks finds himself pulled toward Rory and her two new charges. He can't deny that there is something between the two of them.  Rory is able to heal the wounds Amara has left on Brooks life and Brooks. It is amazing to see two deserving individuals able to rely on one another to move forward after incredible tragedy. 

 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.                                            

Available July 21st, 2025

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Ancient Warlord (Ancients Rising #10) Katie Reus

 

Ancient Warlord (Ancients Rising #10)

By: Katie Reus

Recommendation: 🌕🌕🌕🌗 - (Out of 5 🌕)

Genre: Romance, Paranormal, Fiction, Shifters

Length: 262 Pages

Pace: Fast

Moods: Emotional, Funny, Lighthearted

Since the beginning, each book in the Ancients Rising series has been the perfect quick afternoon get away read that transports me away from my current reality for a short period of time. The newest installment, 'Ancent Warlord' is a wonderful addition to the series. A fast paced read with characters and realms that are familiar from the previous books. It didn't take me long to acclimate to the story and dive right in with Mia and Tiber. She is a laid back, carefree artist who is loved by everyone she comes in contact with and he is a too serious alpha warrior who has earned the trust of the realms royal family and the soldiers that he trains and leads. I found both characters to be easy to like and it wasn't hard to root for them to get past old hurts, to make peace, and move forward together. 

Mia is 'just' a human, visiting the Nova realm from Earth. Having grown up in the bayou she knew about paranormal creatures long before the war the dragon shifters rain down on humanity. Her childhood wasn't the best. She had an alcoholic father who did nothing to support his family. At a young age, Mia was forced to be responsible and earn an income to help support herself and her siblings. Her close friendship with the Nova royal family allowed her the opportunity to spread her wings, expand her artistic talent, and spend an undetermined extended amount of time amongst the dragons in their home realm. Unfortunately, not all of the citizens in Nova have a positive outlook on the humans.

Tiber is deeply sorry for the things Mia overheard him say about the human race, especially since she is his fated mate. She refuses to interact with him let alone accept any form of apology. He is forced to watch her from afar, that is until she finds herself in need of protection. Of course the stubborn Mia does not readily accept Tiber's help but eventually fear for her own safety forces her to give in and allow herself to get close to the grumpy warlord warrior.

The story introduces a couple of new characters and allows us to get to know some less familiar ones. I am very optimistic and excited that there will be a continuation of this series. I am a great fan of Katie Reus's work and enjoy her other series. A new release from Reus is always a great day of reading for me.

I also want to add that this cover is beautiful. Very eye catching.

 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.                                            

Available July 22nd, 2025

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