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Heat of Passion by Rita Banks

Rita Banks’ Heat of Passion tells the poignant tale of Molina DeVito and Derrick Snow, first loves who meet again as adults, worlds apart but hearts entwined. Set 16 years after their teenage romance, Molina is now a driven U.S. attorney while Derrick has become a champion MMA fighter. Their reunion rekindles not just old flames but questions about fate, forgiveness, and what might have been. Banks excels at portraying emotionally rich characters. Molina's professional ambition contrasts beautifully with her vulnerability, creating a heroine who feels authentic and relatable. Derrick, shaped by his past, balances strength with sincerity. The dialogue is crisp, the pacing steady, and the romance believable, rooted in real chemistry and shared history. Online listings show that the book was recently published in April 2025 and is currently building its readership. It is placed within the contemporary and African American romance categories. Although early reviews are sca...
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TraderPsyche by Anand Siva Kumar

TraderPsyche by Anand Siva Kumar is a refreshing and brutally honest look at what truly determines success or failure in the world of trading: the trader’s own mind. Unlike typical market books that focus on strategies and setups, this one takes you behind the scenes into the real psychological battle every trader faces daily. The author draws from his personal journey filled with wins, painful losses, emotional struggles, and eventual transformation to highlight how mastering emotions is more important than mastering charts. What makes this book unique is its integration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), explained in ways that directly relate to trading situations. Each chapter explores a common mental trap that traders fall into. From the rush of overconfidence after a lucky streak to the fear and paralysis that follows losses, the examples are real and relatable. The book includes reflection exercises, quizzes, and clear ...

The Highlanderess: Vol 1 by Eva Fellner

Eva Fellner’s The Highlanderess: Vol 1 is an intense and unforgettable historical epic that gripped me from the opening scene. The story begins with Enja von Caerlaverock, a warrior disguised as a noble bride, preparing to assassinate an English baron during a wedding ceremony. That sequence is crafted with such tension and detail that I felt I was inside Durham Cathedral, holding my breath with her. From there, the novel unfolds into a sweeping journey of resistance, loss, and survival. Enja’s backstory, which includes her departure from Iceland, her capture and branding as a slave, and her training in the Orient, adds immense depth to her character. She is not a typical historical protagonist. She is fierce, deeply wounded, and determined to reclaim control over her fate, no matter the cost. What I loved most is how Fellner weaves together diverse cultures, languages, and legends into one cohesive narrative. The setting shifts from the icy shores of Iceland to the politi...

The Red Rocket by Katy Jordan

Katy Jordan’s "The Red Rocket " is a bold, emotionally charged exploration of trauma, redemption, and the burden of past mistakes. From the gripping prologue that opens with a devastating car crash to the intricately woven relationships within the secretive Colour Coded organisation, Jordan crafts a narrative that is both cinematic and raw. At its core is Jacob Turner, now codenamed Rocket, a deeply conflicted protagonist who is constantly at war with his guilt. After a tragic accident and his decision to flee the scene, Jacob enters a clandestine world where identities are hidden but pasts still bleed through. What sets this book apart is Jordan’s unflinching portrayal of mental health. Rocket’s internal struggles are handled with realism and compassion, especially as he navigates survivor’s guilt, self-worth, and the judgment of those closest to him. The ensemble cast, each with a code name and complex backstory, adds richness to the plot. The death and symbolic funeral of ...