Wow it’s already the end of 2015…… it seems to have just
flown by. It’s also about the time that we readers start to come up with lists
of books or Authors that have just stood out and are just so memorable that we
need to share them.
That being said, here are my top 10 Authors and the books
that sang to me the most.
** These Authors & books are not listed in any specific
order, it doesn’t matter where on the list they sit since they are all amazing
story tellers!! **
Fighting to Breathe
Aurora Rose Reynolds never fails to amaze me with her stories, and while
being different from her other books Fighting to Breathe is perfection in my
opinion! Austin and Lea’s story is just beautiful, they have been apart for
fifteen years and even though both of them have gone in two different
directions the love they have for each other has never wavered. I loved reading
how their lives had been so different and how deeply Austin had been hurt by
the events of the past. I loved how even through all of the things that
happened he was still willing to fight for what he wanted instead of against
it.
Resurrecting Phoenix
Resurrecting Phoenix is a beautiful story of love, loss, and the
re-finding of oneself. Isabel Lucero is a wonderful wordsmith and has written
an amazing story!!! I will admit that I had my teary moments but if I could go
back and read this again for the first time I would jump on the chance. The
characters are written so well that there is an instant connection with them
from the get go, they are imperfect but work towards surviving the hands life
have dealt them. Isabel has out done herself and definitely brought me on a
roller coaster ride of emotions feeling the loss and grief but bringing me back
through to the love and hope that this amazing story conveys.
The Legend of Arturo King
This was my first taste of how amazing L.B. Dunbar’s writing is!! I am a huge Rocker Romance junkie so when I
read the synopsis I knew I needed to read this book. I was hooked instantly,
and imagine my surprise when it dawned on me that this is a modern twist of
Camelot. Just imagine what if King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table
happened to be in a rock band!! I was impressed with LB’s ability to take a
classic and interpret it the way she has. Her writing is wonderful and I was
instantly drawn to the brooding Arturo, the man goes after what he wants and
doesn’t back down. This the first book in The Legendary Rock Stars series and
is not your everyday rocker romance. I loved the mystery and uncertainty that
surrounded the secondary characters and not to mention the twists and turns
that the plot takes at times.
LEV
I have been reading Belle Aurora’s books since I stumbled into the Indie
Author world, Friend Zoned was the third book I read and was blown away. Her
characters just draw you in and let me just say they are amazing! Belle’s attention
to detail and her impeccable writing style have you drawn in right from the
start and I have found myself numerous times not being able to put the book
down or whining about having to do so. Lev was one of those books that I just
could not put down, I became so emotionally invested in it that I felt like I
was part of what they were doing. It was like an addiction really I just couldn’t
get enough….. then it dawned on me that the book was loosely tied back to that
first read. I definitely recommend Belle’s books to everyone, many have only
heard of her book RAW and while I am a Twitch lover….. I love the Leokov family and was in no way
disappointed by this story.
Cowboy Endings
Kasey Millstead has woven another story that pulls you in and keeps you
all twisted up in the lives of her characters. You feel like you are actually
in the story experiencing the characters highs, lows and tragedies I just
couldn’t help but become smitten with writing. I love Kasey and these sexy
cowboys of hers! I however am sad since this book signifies the ending of the
Down Under Cowboys Series. Cowboy Town was my introduction to Kasey’s wonderful
storytelling skills and I haven’t looked back since. She has a wide array of
books that are available from bikers to sweet and romantic and trust me when I
say none of them will disappoint.
Backstage
This book is part of The Barter System series and I had been waiting impatiently
for it to come out since I finished reading Hudson, and let me just say it did
not disappoint!! The intricacy in which Shayne McClendon writes her stories
just leaves you craving more. I love the way the characters from the previous
books in the series always make at least an appearance, making you feel a real
connection with them. You feel their losses, pain, and heartbreaks not to
mention their smoking hot sexy connections!
The Fall
If you are looking for a book that makes you feel all the angst and drama
within then this, this is the one to grab! This is a friends to lovers story
along with a second chance romance all rolled into one. I love how Kate Stewart
writes, you become so engrossed in the book that you lose all track of time
until suddenly it’s over. I like that this story also ties loosely in with her
other book Room 212 (such a great read too!!) Oh and as a collector of book
boyfriends I think I have found yet another…. And Dean is it!!
Punk Rock Resurrection
I had been curious what Damian’s story was since I picked up the first
book in the Radical Rock Stars series Prince of Punk Rock, and it was
definitely well waited for! I have to say as much as I love Tommy Blade…..
Damian Diamond takes the cake!! This is the third book in the series but can
also be read as a standalone. I really enjoyed getting to read some of the back
story on Immortal Angel. Damian crushed me at times and I just wanted to curl
up and hold him but he is such a dynamic character that I really was not
expecting. I loved how Alyssa was able to calm him and drive him wild at the
same time, she is definitely a special lady!! Jenna writes such dynamic
characters that interact so smoothly with each other, I definitely drop things
when I know she has a new release coming out.
Wet
This book was an amazing debut by Stacy Kestwick and I’m
honestly chomping at the bit to get my hands on the next book in the series. This
book… I loved it and wanted to scream at it in the same breath!! I loved the
way it brought you back to those first moments in a relationship, butterflies
and first kisses, the awkward attraction that you know shouldn’t be there but
you just can’t fight. The characters all meshed wonderfully and the story flows
flawlessly. It does end in a cliffy but the next book is in the works!
Epic Sins
I have read every book Trudy Stiles has written since Dear
Emily and the other books in the Forever Family series, actually that’s where
we first meet Garrett. I was so happy when I found out that he was getting his
own book, never mind that it is the start of a whole new series!! I needed to
know more about this illusive guitarist and trust me when I say I definitely
got what I wanted, and I honestly think
this is my favorite book of Trudy’s to date.
This was a very hard list to compile but I thought
these were some of the few books that shined the brightest this year for me, I
can’t wait to see what 2016 brings in the indie world!! Thank You for
supporting us here at All Is Read and I’m wishing you and yours a very safe and
Happy New Year!!
