Buoni Amici Press Presents: 10-Code by Freya Barker; #ReleaseBlitz, #NowAvailable, #OutNow, #TBR, #Live, #Review, #Giveaway

Title: 10- Code (Rock Point #4) 

Author: Freya Barker 

Genre: Romantic Suspense 

Release Date: June 17, 2019 

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Rating:  5 Stars
Told in the first person.  Alternating persons. 
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Disclosure of Material Connection:  I received this book for review from Buoni Amici Press and the author.  I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review.  The opinions I have expressed are my own.  I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255:  "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising".

As a forty-one-year-old mother of three boys, working two jobs, Marya Berger doesn’t have the time or energy to consider a relationship. Especially after a lifetime of poor choices in the romance department. But when the disappearance of a young boy strikes a little too close to home, and a younger man she’s tried to ignore offers his help, she doesn’t stand in the way.

Single father, Dylan Barnes, the junior member of the La Plata County FBI team at thirty-three, has his focus firmly on his job and his son, Max. He’s certainly not looking to complicate his life, when he finds himself at his son’s soccer game, sitting beside the spirited brunette he can’t get out of his mind. Fate, however, appears to have different plans.

When an unspeakable crime draws the attention of the FBI, Dylan finds himself torn between his job and his instinctive need to protect Marya and her boys.

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My Thoughts:

Marya Berger shows the tough job a single mom has when dealing with three boys. She is also good at juggling her life so that she has time for them. Dylan Barnes is a gentleman when it comes to how he treats a woman. It’s also easy to see how caring he is.

I loved this story from beginning to end – especially since I read it all in one day. I can’t tell you the exact point when I became hooked. Our author created a story where we have an older woman and a younger man. There’s not a big age difference and she really doesn’t make a big deal out of it. There are a few scenes where Marya puts up a little fight but Dylan shows that it doesn’t bother him. I also liked that this story shows that an “older” woman can enjoy a relationship and all that it entails – kids and all.

Besides the romance side of their relationship, our author gets us involved in Dylan’s job. Maybe that’s what had me glued to my chair. After all, I’m terrible at mysteries but I’m one that sticks things out until the puzzle gets solved. Both sides of this couple have kids and you see that for the most part they all have a voice. They don’t overtake the story but they’re not left behind either – great way to show their family life. It also shows how much life has changed since I was a kid.

Most of this story didn’t have anything to laugh about but there are a couple scenes where you won’t have a choice. That’s just one thing that gives you a sense of family and inclusion – you feel a part of what’s going on. As our author leads us to the end, nothing feels rushed and it all makes sense. If I had to give you one minus point it would have to be a woman from Dylan’s past. I know she gives us some insight into his life before he meets up with Marya but she seemed to be there more to cause trouble than anything else – just glad we don’t see her much. The ending was great. It was happy and I felt as if their happily ever after hasn’t been written yet.

I’m hoping that means that the author has at least one more book to this series. What’s been great about this series is that you don’t have to read the books before in order to enjoy the one you’re reading. If you start here – great choice. It may get you hooked and at the very least want to go and read the story that started it all, Keeping 6.

Freya Barker inspires with her stories about 'real’ people, perhaps less than perfect, each struggling to find their own slice of happy. 

She is the author of the Cedar Tree and Portland, ME Series, the Northern Lights Collection and the Rock Point Series. She is also co-author of the SnapShot Series.

To see Freya's complete backlist, or to find out what is coming down the pipe, visit freyabarker.com.  

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Buoni Amici Press Presents: Covering Ollie by Freya Barker; #ReleaseBlitz, #NowAvailable, #OutNow, #TBR, #Live, #Review, #Giveaway

Title: Covering Ollie(On Call #2) 

Author: Freya Barker 

Genre:Romantic Suspense 

Release Date: May 14, 2019 

Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC. 
Rating:  4 Stars
Told in the first person.  Alternating persons.

Disclosure of Material Connection:  I received this book for review from Buoni Amici Press and the author.  I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review.  The opinions I have expressed are my own.  I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255:  "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising".

Living in Durango, Colorado for the past eighteen years allowed Ollie Rizzo to build her own business and carve out a quiet existence for her and her teenage daughter. She’s used to going it alone. However, their new silver-haired neighbor might present a problem—not only is he handsome—he’s also Durango’s new chief of police; a complication she can’t afford.

For recently widowed Joe Benedetti, the job offer as Durango’s new chief of police came at the right time. With life, the new job, and his two young sons settling into a comfortable routine, he does his best to ignore the beautiful and intriguing woman across the street. Yet when he discovers she’s caught the attention of the FBI, there is no way he can stay away.

Their worlds collide with the appearance of FBI Special Agent Cruz Livingston. The agent has a warning to deliver, one that spins life in Durango out of control, giving Joe a crucial mission—keep Ollie alive.

My Thoughts:

Joe Benedetti is a dad doing the best that he can. Ollie Rizzo is just trying to take care of her daughter. Our author could have just left her story with two parents starting over but she went out of her way to create more. Once you see what Joe does for a living, you’ll know that she’s setting us up for an adventure.

One thing I liked about this author was that she took the chance on creating a character that’s not physically perfect. She shows that Ollie doesn’t let physical challenges stop her from doing what she needs to in order to do what she needs to for her daughter. The kids are more of a secondary character but the author created enough that you want to see them grow up.

Our author slowly builds her story, which gives us time to get to know our main characters a little. That doesn’t mean that anything moves slowly. I have a problem with speed reading but this was one book that I didn’t mind slowing things down to enjoy what was created for my enjoyment. She made it easy to see them, right from the beginning, becoming a blended family – you could see the love they all had for each other. Everything seemed plausible and nothing felt as if it didn’t belong to the storyline. And that just makes for the perfect ending for everyone.

Freya Barker inspires with her stories about 'real’ people, perhaps less than perfect, each struggling to find their own slice of happy. 

She is the author of the Cedar Tree and Portland, ME Series, the Northern Lights Collection and the Rock Point Series. She is also co-author of the SnapShot Series.

To see Freya's complete backlist, or to find out what is coming down the pipe, visit freyabarker.com. 

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Buoni Amici Press Presents: Burning For Autumn by Freya Barker; #ReleaseBlitz, #NowAvailable, #OutNow, #Live, #Giveaway

Title: Burning For Autumn (On Call Series #1) 

Author: Freya Barker 

Genre: Romantic Suspense 

Release Date: January 8, 2019 

Cover Designer: Freya Barker 

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When Autumn McCoy accepted a temporary work contract in Durango, she thought it would be a safe way to add some spark to her existence. She may be getting more than she bargained for when she finds herself the target of impending danger.The outspoken forty-two-year-old isn’t prepared for that spark to ignite flames threatening to engulf every aspect of her life.

Buried under the weight of responsibilities, all interim Chief of Police, Keith Blackfoot, wants is to get back to good old-fashioned detecting. He gets his chance when an encounter with a feisty redhead seems to incite a wave of arson cases. Although a visit from friend and firefighter, Roman “Chief” Proudfit, provides some direction, he’s left to battle an invisible menace fueling fires that could leave his town—and his heart—in ashes.

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Freya Barker inspires with her stories about 'real’ people, perhaps less than perfect, each struggling to find their own slice of happy.

She is the author of the Cedar Tree and Portland, ME Series, the Northern Lights Collection and the Rock Point Series. She is also co-author of the SnapShot Series.

To see Freya's complete backlist, or to find out what is coming down the pipe, visit freyabarker.com.

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