H.E.R.S (Tessandra Young #3) by Yalu Taylors

H.E.R.S. is Book 3 in the Tessandra Young Series by Yalu Taylors.

Summary:
A lot has happened to me over the last few months. I found out I was living a complete lie, my parents were fakes, everything I thought I knew about who I am, was nothing more than some sick scientist’s idea of an experiment. I was left hating the world. Then I met these really cool guys with superpowers. Hunter, Braydon, Quinn, Phoenix, Ace, Kalum, Declan, Zack, and Zayne.

I'm a superpowered woman, fighting the good fight, trying to keep my freedom. With the help of my boyfriends, I do everything I can to survive the harsh reality that is my life, enduring betrayals among our own, Government organizations chasing us and mad scientists messing with our minds.

One of my guys left me with a tough decision to make, but can I really walk away from someone I care about? Or can I find a way to live with his betrayal?

** This is a Reverse Harem story! **

My Review:So, H.E.R.S, it took a little bit to get into the series as if had been a while since I read the other two previous installments. Her use of twin nicknames was actually what help me remember which story and characters this series held. I enjoyed this installment as much as had the previous ones.


The relationship aspect:
As with all other reverse harem stories the foundation is extremely important. This series was a bit rushed in that part. I can see her having a strong connection to the Z-twins and Hunter since she knew them longer, but the connection with Ace and the jerk-twins came out of left field for me. With that said, the fact that they jumped into the physical part of the relationship so quickly is probably the most realistic part of the story. Sorry to say, but if we are being honest without selves, having all those good-looking guys hitting on you all the time, a girl can't help but be a bit weak. This is why the one-night stand is every girls' secret.

I rate this an Attraction – A promising Story, but nothing life-changing. You would read the sequel as more of a backup story when you run out.
Rated 3/5 Stars

Audio Version:

Evolution: HEX The Evolution Series, Volume 3 By S. A. Huchton

Evolution: Hex is the third book in the Evolution Series by S.A. Huchton, AKA Starla Huchton.

Summary:

A lie is a prison without bars.

A captive of the enemy, Candace is forced to confront mistakes and regrets from both sides of the battlefield, including her own. Nothing is simple, and lines in the sand that were once clear have become blurred and indistinguishable. Even the unlikely love she found teeters on the edge of uncertainty.

The truth is not always what it seems, and can be a prison of its own.

Alone, she must decide where she stands. Alone, she must decide who to trust.

When the smoke clears, what's left might not be much…
But it might be enough.

Review:
Evolution: Hex starts us off with Candice in the hands of the Hex organization. The story progresses at a quick pace, which fits with this book as it is an action. adventure as well as a romance. This book was just as excellent as the others. Jackass Jackson evolved from the first book as a total jerk to finally he became someone I could actually like. His devotion to Candice was one of the things I loved about him most.

This was an excellent final addition to the story, all the loose ends were wrapped up nicely! Great Job Ms. Huchton!

I rate this story an Infatuation – You would read this story every chance you could.
Rated: 4/5 Stars


Audio Review:

Blood Magic (Ariel Kimber #3) by Mary Martel

Blood Magic is book 3 in the Ariel Kimber Series.

Ariel Kimber isn’t your average seventeen-year-old girl. She’s recently discovered she’s a witch with magic and is looking to find her place in a brand-new world. Her place in this new world is in a coven with seven guys.

After all of the horrible things she’s been forced to endure, Ariel was looking forward to building her new life with the family she’s found herself a part of and focusing on healing with Dash after what Chucky did to the both of them. After the blood that had been spilled, they all struggle to put those memories and the incident behind them. It’s easier said than done, though.

Quinton is plagued with guilt and the rest of them struggle with the fact that they almost lost one of their brothers and Ariel is left with a permanent reminder of the incident.

New bonds are forged, and just as things are starting to settle down again for Ariel and her coven, the Council of Elders makes its first appearance in Ariel’s life. And they don’t plan on going anywhere any time soon.

** This is a reverse harem series. **

This series is pretty much about a girl who finds out that she is a witch. Ariel up until recently had to deal with an abusive mother and a lonely life. She never thought that she was anything special, but now that she learns that she is indeed special; she's not sure that she likes it. On top of having to deal with the death of her 'mother', Dash being stabbed, and the seemingly endless guilt of Quinton Ariel also has to deal with the Council of Elders. All Ariel really wants is to find her father and she will do everything within her power to do it.


What I liked about the story: I loved how this installment gave us a more in-depth look at Julian and even introduced us more to Damien.


What I thought could have been better: There was a lot of inner dialogue but none of it helped us to understand Ariel's state of mind. She seemed to have glossed over a lot of issues that normally a person would have dwelt upon. For a 200+ book, it did not give us a lot of information, and I did not like how the installment ended where it did. No warning, no idea on how she even knew what she was doing, she went straight to blood magic.

I would give this an Attraction Rating – A promising story, but nothing life-changing. You would read the sequel as more of a backup story when you run out.Rated: 3/5 Stars

Audio Version:

Jo's Journey Lords of Kassis, Book 3 By S.E. Smith

Jo's Journey is book 3 in the Lord of Kassis series by S.E. Smith. This story also has adult content. This is also the last story of the three sisters. Jo's well-ordered life changes when she and her sisters are kidnapped. Now her life is filled with Aliens, warships, and dangerous battles.

Manota Ja Kel Coradon is the second son of the ruling House of Kassis. He is known as the dark brother, who likes to be in control of all aspects of his life. However, once he meets Jo his well-ordered life is thrown into chaos and now it feels like nothing is in his command. 

Ms. Smith did it again and brought us another exciting adventure filled with Alien intrigue, dangerous battles, HOTT Alpha Males, (yes that's right, two T's), drama, suspense, comedy, and romance.

Another well thought out addition to the Kassis series that put me in the shoes of Jo.  This story was just as wonderful as the last two and I am in no way disappointed. 

Well Done S.E. Smith!

I rate this story Light Reading - You can finish this story in one sitting.

Rated 4/5 Stars