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A Perfect Ending To Series

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-29-24

This audio book is quite simply PERFECT!!!  The narration duo of Connor Crais and Ava Lucas fit this story and these characters perfectly.  Crais brought Oliver to life.  I could feel the anguish and terror rolling off him. Helplessness and worthlessness were so evident in his portrayal. And Lucas, well, she made Mya feel so real.  These two  made me feel a part of the story.

The Wrecked One is Book 8 and the conclusion to the Falcon Falls Security Series. And I’m here to tell you, it did not disappoint. It was everything Sahin delivers in a story and ending. 

We’ve known Oliver Lucas through the Stealth Ops Series and he sorta led the way for Falcon Falls Security. And Mya Vanzetti worked her way into the Team and Lucas’ heart.  These two have been oil and vinegar with some fire and ice. They crossed a line, and now it’s more than just something casual.  When they find themselves working an op together, yet not able to be together, their feelings can’t be denied any more longer.

Their assignment is to bring an end to an organization that’s causing worldwide chaos.  But when Mya becomes a target, Oliver will stop at nothing to protect her.  And when it comes to Mya, he will always choose her. Decisions made, time runs out, lives irrevocably changed forever.

Oliver feels it down to his core that he’s failed everyone and everything.  He leaves his life behind.  But Mya refuses to accept his decision.  Once she’s finally face to face with Oliver, questions still remain, wounds haven’t healed, and feelings haven’t lessened, they just can continue.  But when Oliver has to be Mya’s protector again, he goes all in.  But what they discover turns their world upside down. While some answers are found, even more questions arise. Will they defeat the enemy or fall from their own failures?

Will the good guys win, or has their luck finally run out?

As usual, Sahin has researched every detail.  Characters, details, backgrounds, and storyline are vivid and real. And we’re given glimpses into teammates current lives as well as characters from other stories. Sahin weaves their lives together so effortlessly.

This Series was absolutely extraordinary! 

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An Absolutely Extraordinary Experience

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 05-28-24

It’s no secret that Brittney Sahin is an absolutely brilliant writer.  She weaves words and stories with extraordinary power. And she once again wielded her talent with Carter Dominick’s story of The Fallen One. He’s been a long time coming, and he did not disappoint!!!

Carter is a multifaceted man. He’s former elite military, former CIA, by the book. He’s also a man that went rogue when the life he thought he knew spiraled out of control. We now see a man that’s trying to right the world’s wrongs even if he is a bit morally grey in his administrations.  He’s definitely even more of an enigma as we’ve gotten to know his whole story. 

Carter has fought demons from his past. They’ve made him the man he is today.  He sees himself as broken with no hope of redemption.  He’s just a man existing.  But when a piece of his past comes calling, he can’t refuse to answer the call, even though that puzzle piece is a beautiful woman that he shouldn’t be thinking of. There’s just something about Diana that he can’t resist. Every single meeting these two have had has held significance neither anticipated. 

Diana is political royalty and an exceptional scientist in her own right. So much so, she’s become a target and possible political leverage. Cue Carter to save the woman he can’t seem to forget or escape.

These two are brought together and have to solve a political problem that could cause irrevocable harm to the world, all while fighting their attraction, their pasts, and personal fears.

Carter captured my heart long ago. And now I’m so invested in this man finding his way home to happiness, forgiveness, and a chance at love. And finally getting answers to what made this man into the dark shadow he had become was an incredible journey.  Add in a furry sidekick and our Falcon Fall team and well, this is some of Sahin’s best work, which says a lot since she delivers nothing but perfection! 

The narration duo of Connor Crais and Ava Lucas was outstanding. These two just came together effortlessly. Crais brought Carter to life for me. From his irritation and anger, to his desperation and fear as well as his falling for Diana. And Lucas gave us one fierce heroine. They transitioned to other characters without missing a beat. I highly recommend this listening experience!

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The Perfect Remedy

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 04-22-24

Let me start by saying that the Cove men are absolutely extraordinary.  They make my heart pitter patter!  But Dax Cove just pulled ahead in the race.  Dr. Dax Cove is all the proof I need that the love and support of a good woman can make a man be everything he ever dreamed of being.

Dr. Dax Cove was very conscious of who he was. No nonsense, scientific and critical thinking, and posed to make a discovery and change in the medical community. Life was as he intended. Until one simple phone call turned his world upside down.  He then found himself navigating fatherhood, something he definitely did not want. He just needed a nanny to take care of the surprise daughter. She would manage the child and he would provide. Simple enough. Except the nanny came with complications he didn’t expect. 

Eira was a nurturer by heart. A fixer of sorts. She’d been doing it for her siblings and it also became her vocation. She was excellent actually. Never any problems…until Dax Cove became her employer.  And everything she knew and held close became blurred.  Her attraction to her boss was absolutely not allowed. Except her body and heart didn’t get the message.

Dax and Eira both had rules they lived by. These were clear and necessary. But with time, the rules became suggestions. They couldn’t deny their attraction. He set her body on fire. She softened his hard exterior. She made him want to be a better father. Unfortunately, doubts and clouded visions were too strong to see what lay beyond.  Can these two find their way back to where they belong…together?

The strength of Eira was so heartwarming.  She was an unstoppable force.  And Dax, well that man evolved slowly but effortlessly.  Once he allowed his walls to soften, he saw what life could truly be like, how he could live all parts of his life, how he could be happy.  He was so cold and meticulous but melted so smoothly.  These Cove men just make my heart happy.

The narration duo of Shane East and Zara Hampton-Brown was absolutely amazing!  Shane East has such a hypnotic voice. He made me feel Dax’s fear, frustration, longing, and ultimately how he fell in love. And Hampton-Brown made Eira so real. I could understand her trepidation and how she needed to take care of everything. These two made this story a beautiful experience.


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Highly Recommend This Misters Boxset

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-20-23

This is an incredible collection of men that just need a bit of a push by the right woman to come to terms with the inevitable…love.  Readers will fall head over heels for these couples!

Mr. Mayfair
This is Beck and Stella’s journey.  Two people who have everything but love. They are two perfectly fit puzzle pieces.

Stella finds herself in need of a plus one to her ex’s wedding. Oh, and he’s marrying her ex bff.  Beck steps in. He is overwhelmingly a man of respect and kindness.  Through their journey they find that love truly does come to those who wait.

Mr. Knightsbridge
Dexter was completely devoted to his jewelry business.  He was faithful and truly devoted.  Nothing outshined his gems until he met Hollie.  She was everything he wasn’t.  She was completely generic to his name brand.  They could never work.  Except their hearts say otherwise. 

Mr. Smithfield
What happens when a broody lawyer with an adorable little girl can no longer fight his attraction to his young nanny. Said nanny is the sister in law of his best friend which makes for a bigger complication.  But Autumn’s sunshine disposition and pure love forced Gabriel to admit his feelings.  Love knocked on a door that was closed but eventually opened.

The narration selection for this Boxset was superb.  Shane East, Vanessa Edwin, Andi Arndt, Saskia Maarleveld, and Clare Corbett never faltered in the way they effortlessly and effectively transitioned characters and feelings.  They allowed us to almost be inside the characters heads, experiencing their thoughts and emotions. And well, Shane Easy simply gives me all the feels.  He is hypnotic.  Highly recommend this Boxset!!!

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Extraordinary Addition To Series

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-05-23

I think I’m in love with Jack London. Brittney Sahin has yet again delivered the ultimate book boyfriend. I’m yearning for this man. 

Jack finds himself in a predicament.  He’s on assignment and not one he’s at all interested in if the initial setup is the indicator.  A dating game *gasp. But then the one woman he can’t seem to let go or find seems to appear out of thin air. His Charley.  His One. The one that got away.

Charley is still very doubtful about the situation her sister put them in. They’ve been hiding from their past for years. But this whole dating game show is sending up red flags. One in particular is the appearance of Jack. Her sorta one night stand she can’t forget.  He seemed so real and yet, he’s not, or is he???

When Jack and Charley finally figure out they were destined to meet, literally and figuratively,  sparks fly, good and bad. There’s mistrust but their connection can’t be denied.  And Jack being the operative and man he is, well, he’s all in. But can they learn to trust each other?  Will their chemistry cause them to explode? Will love be enough?

While our h/Charley was strong and endearing,  our H/Jack simply captured my heart. He made my knees weak, my heart throb, and my hands sweaty. And to see what temptations await us with Carter D! Oh my, I’ve already fallen for his character and story.

The narration duo of Tyler Johnson and Ava Lucas was superb.  They transitioned their feelings flawlessly.  I could almost feel the fears and frustrations along with the undeniable chemistry that these characters experienced. 

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A Definite Rollercoaster Of A Ride

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 09-12-23

Indestructible absolutely destroyed me. This story was more than I ever imagined it to be.

This story surrounds Zayne, Gianna, and Vincenzo. Three very different worlds that collide.

Book 4 gives us Zayne Morrone. This enigma captured my interest from the beginning. His past shrouded in mystery just like the man itself. But his past is his strength. He just wasn’t expecting the beauty of Gianna to capture his very being. And just when he thought life was perfect, it all vanished.

Our heroine goes from an innocent to a woman to be reckoned with. Her strength and determination were unwavering.

And Vincenzo, he was a man with many sides. Deadly and determined.

Their story spirals and spirals. It had a beginning but no end it seemed for these characters.

I suggest going in blindly and with no reservations or preconceived thoughts or emotions. But just so you know, this is not anything you are expecting.

The narrators, JF Harding, Antonio Amato, and Raven Rose, gave the story depth and feeling. They were able to portray the anger, longing, hurt, and determination of the characters. While an emotional rollercoaster, I was still able to feel a connection to the characters.

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Phenomenal Performance

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-28-23

Cassio is Book 3 in the Belles & Mobsters Series by Eva Winners. And Winners is absolutely on fire with these books. Each one outdoing it’s predecessor. I have fallen for these characters.

Cassio King is a hard man. His very demeanor and nature is menacing. He’s protective as well. And after discovering his father’s background, it’s been his mission to overthrow it. As a favor to another mafia leader because Cassio wants all favors obligated to him, he and his brother agree to a rescue mission. It was that encounter that changed a part of Cassio. It was the first time he met Aine. She was only 14 but he knew she was significant. Something about this survivor remained with him.

Aine had overcome many dark moments in her life. She now has a successful career and she’s making the world a better place. But her past, something she can’t quite remember fully, always haunts her. A chance encounter with Cassio has her having moments of her past she can’t quite understand. But Cassio also provides a comfort she longs for. She also feels an attraction that can’t be denied. But their timing is once again off. But their next encounter has them both recognizing the chemistry.

Cassio knows that his time has come to claim his woman. He knows it won’t be easy. And she’s hiding something. He’ll stop at nothing to protect her.

But when Aine finally realizes who Cassio truly is, will she give in to him or go down fighting? They have the same enemies, the same goals, an indescribable yearning for each other, but can they make it work? Danger lurks everywhere. And eliminating the King stronghold is now their joint goal.

An ancient agreement is still the bond between these characters and stories. Winners has us in a world that is so believable we refuse to leave. Previous characters make for some anxious moments. The heroines are so strong in this Series. I love the grit they maintain.

Welcome to the Belles and Mobsters, a world beyond your expectations.

The narration duo of PA Rose and K Michaels was spot on. Rose portrayed the heroine's feelings of fear, anger, uncertainty, and lust flawlessly. Michaels gave our Hero that alpha dominance we expected. I loved how he transitioned all the male characters. Absolutely recommend this audible experience!

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To Settle The Unknown

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-23-23

Sometimes you simply connect with someone. It's inevitable...fate... destiny! But what happens when that connection is so overwhelming that you lose sight and your way? Ben and Riley become our story.

As teens, they were part of a trio but tragedy strikes leaving these two to comprehend and re-evaluate their lives. Unfortunately, they didn't reach the same conclusion. Now, years later, a war, school, budding careers and another tragedy see the couple reunited. Old wounds and deep pain plague them both. He doesn't see himself as a good man but Ben will draw his last breath to protect Riley, his secret and her heart. Riley doesn't carry a chip on her shoulder but a huge boulder. Ben was the beginning and ending of her heartbreak. But their small town becomes the target of a killer forging an unlikely team with this couple.

This storyline was small-town newspaper front page. And the journey this couple traveled both broke my heart and gave me hope. Sometimes all you need is a second chance. So many what-ifs, what might have been and why didn't we. Tense moments, drama, dark forces and heavy duty chemistry blanket these pages. Along with a few "didn't see that coming".

Ava Lucas and Jason Clarke did an outstanding performance with these characters. They allowed me to feel the bitterness, the anguish, the unknown. An incredible narration duo.

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Nothing Wrong With This Adventure

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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-21-23

The very definition of INFALLIBLE is being incapable of making mistakes, unable to error, or be wrong. This exemplifies the very story I read in so many ways. What is right, can’t be wrong...right!

The story involves and revolves around 3 very different characters. A dark and brooding mafia man, a young and naive student, and the woman that seems to connect and \ or sever them all. A chance encounter turns three worlds upside down. Truths, secrets, and lies of omission are their foundations.

Love is definitely unexplainable in this story. It defies all odds. It defines everything.

While I don’t want to give anything away, I’ll state with absolute certainty and heartfelt belief that this story will capture your book heart. This author broke me, in good ways and bad. She delivers a storyline I didn’t anticipate, but one that seeped into my soul. Be open to reading without judgment or expectations. You’ll walk away with an extraordinary experience.

The narrators were able to allow me to enter the story. Their inflection of feelings and moods were enjoyable. The narrator brought Rayden and his being to life for me.

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One Never Knows

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-10-23

Loss and grief can wither the soul and darken the heart. This was not lost on Trent or Ashrika. Trent had it all and lost it in one devastating moment. His world came crashing down and he was left to move forward while Ashrika only has the future to look forward to. But suddenly, the future held more questions than answers. Add in the fact that the man you thought holding all the answers was actually holding your very life in his control, and had no problem forgetting his promises. Zayne was the one definitive thing Ashrika knew, until she didn’t. These three become entangled and yet begin to spiral apart. How can any of them walk away?


The narration of this story was absolute perfection. Joe Arden had me in tears from Chapter 1. I could envision his grief and torture. When I closed my eyes, I could feel him in my mind. He absolutely made me believe he was his character.  And JF Harding and Ava Lucas simply completed this endeavor. All the emotions in their portrayals were amazing. They flowed, they supported, they became our story.  Arden and Harding were able to share the characters pain and jealousy, while Lucas allowed me to feel the fear and anxiety of our heroine. Highly recommend!

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