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TURBULENT DESIRES (BILLIONAIRE AVIATORS) BY MELODY ANNE
Release Date: November 8, 2016
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ER nurse Lindsey Helm used to be strong. Then a late-night attack at the hospital nearly killed her and left two close colleagues dead. Now Lindsey has retreated from the world. She knows she needs to move on, but every hint of danger seems threatening—including a certain sexy fly boy who’s determined to show Lindsey what she’s missing. But falling for F-18 pilot Maverick Armstrong is a risk she can’t afford…
Maverick knows that fear can eat away at the soul, and he won’t leave Lindsey to that fate. She needs someone to reach her and to remind her of the exhilaration and unbelievable passion of being touched. He’ll help her heal, and then he’ll walk away. Hehas to walk away. Because Maverick swore he would never fall in love and never marry. But this is a rescue operation, and Maverick will stay the course—even if things get hazardous. Even if saving Lindsey means surrendering his heart in the process…
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Turbulent Desires by Melody Anne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Growing up Lindsey Helm may not have had much but she was secure in the fact that she was loved, protected and wanted to make a difference. That pureness of heart lead her into a career as an ER nurse. It was the best of both worlds. Not only could she make a difference, she could help others while doing it. But life can turn on a dime and one tragedy filled night has left it's mark on the once confident, positive thinking Lindsey. Guilt, pain and fear have become her constant companies and her worst enemies. Turbulent Desires is the second book in the Billionaire Aviators series. The drama was so real, I felt part of the story. Maverick proved himself to be more than a pretty face. His caring manner and soft heart helped to heal a broken spirit. Maverick and Lindsey had a mountain to climb and a river to cross but along the way proved that LOVE can calm any storm and breach the toughest walls.
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TRU BLUE BY MELISSA FOSTER
Release Date: November 9, 2016
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He wore the skin of a killer, and bore the heart of a lover...
There's nothing Truman Gritt won't do to protect his family--Including spending years in jail for a crime he didn't commit. When he's finally released, the life he knew is turned upside down by his mother's overdose, and Truman steps in to raise the children she's left behind. Truman's hard, he's secretive, and he's trying to save a brother who's even more broken than he is. He's never needed help in his life, and when beautiful Gemma Wright tries to step in, he's less than accepting. But Gemma has a way of slithering into people's lives and eventually she pierces through his ironclad heart. When Truman's dark past collides with his future, his loyalties will be tested, and he'll be faced with his toughest decision yet.
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Tru Blue by Melissa Foster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am not ashamed to say that I cried quite a bit while reading Tru Blue. Ms. Foster, went for the gut with Truman and Gemma. Tru was complicated. Just when I thought I had a read on him, he threw me off course again. From family man to convicted felon, to sensitive soul, there were many sides to this warrior. He had the heart of a lover but the soul of a fighter. His need to protect those he loved, forced him to make some tough decisions. In trying to do the right thing, he changed the course of so many lives and sacrificed the most precious parts of himself. Gemma is his redemption. She's his conscience when he loses his way, his helper when he needs it and his biggest fan when he loses faith. Tru Blue is more than a romance, it is a story of love, a story of hope and a story of courage. 10 + stars.
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WISHING FOR US (DANVERS) BY SYDNEY LANDON
Release Date: November 1, 2016
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Sydney Landon—New York Times bestselling author of The One for Me—delivers a new novel of love lost and found in her popular Danvers series.
Since the loss of her fiancé, Lydia Cross has refused to allow herself to feel anything close to love. That is until corporate hotshot Jacob Hay comes to her aid outside of the Danvers International corporate headquarters and captures her attention. Too bad he doesn’t show any signs of reciprocating her feelings.
Things change when, after a rowdy Vegas bachelorette party, she wakes up next to Jacob...as his newly wedded wife! Lydia is stunned, but Jacob seems remarkably calm and isn’t inclined to end their hasty merger. In fact, day by day he gives her everything she’s been missing—especially in bed. But when the magic of Sin City fades, Lydia grows concerned she’ll find herself alone once again...
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REVIEW: WISHING FOR US (DANVERS) BY SYDNEY LANDON
Wishing For Us: A Danvers Novel by Sydney Landon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A person's ability to expose themselves in their weakest moments is a sign of true character. Perhaps that's what I enjoy most about Ms. Landon as an author. Her knack of humanizing moments of triumph, heartache and showing how some of life's worst moments can become the most rewarding. I received a copy of Wishing for Us in exchange for an honest review. I'm bummed that I discovered the Danvers almost too late. Their devotion to each other whether family or friend is uplifting and the sparks they set off as they find love is irresistible. The beauty of getting to the end, is that there is always a chance to start over again.
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THE CRUSH (A WINE COUNTRY ROMANCE) BY HEATHER HEYFORD
Release Date: October 25, 2016
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In the first of Heather Heyford’s new series, set in Oregon’s Willamette Valley wine country, the grape isn’t the only source of intoxication . . .
RISKY BUSINESS
Juniper Hart has her dream job—or rather, her dream job has her. Under Junie’s management, the winery her late father started is finally getting noticed. But she’s lonely, deep in debt, and overwhelmed with work. Even if she had time to date, the only men she meets are smug,
stemware-breaking hotshots like Lieutenant Manolo Santos, whose good looks and smooth charm don’t half make up for the sour taste he leaves on Junie’s palate.
After years as an army engineer and a childhood in a restaurant kitchen, Manolo can see Junie’s winery is about to go sideways—and he’s bursting with ideas to help. Except Junie’s far too magnetic for comfort. He left New Jersey to escape becoming one more Santos man shackled to a captivating woman and a failing family business. But in the misty hills of Oregon, with a sip of supple Pinot on his tongue, pulling away is the last thing he wants to do . . .
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The Crush by Heather Heyford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Crush reminds me of a watercolor. The vibrant colors, the vivid energy and the emotional connection are a work of art that speaks to the reader. There is a sexiness and flavor that is abundantly clear from the word go. Junie is a woman that has an emotional bond to wine. Her late father owned a winery and she wants to honor his memory and prove to herself that she can keep his dream alive, despite the odds. Her pride won't settle for less than success. Manelo, knows a thing or two about flavor. His background makes him an asset, but his arrogance makes him an aggravation in Junie's eyes. Opposites attract but can these two work together without combusting? A robust story that blends spice, sass and lots of pizzazz.
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Stories Inspired by Eric Nicholas' Sapphire Falls Series.
GOING TO BE YOURS (KINDLE WORLDS: SAPPHIRE FALLS) BY SAMANTHA CHASE
Release Date: October 25, 2016
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Will's been in an interesting relationship for the last three years - he's been kissed my a mysterious woman at all of the SF festivals while working the kissing booth. But he has no idea who she is and she disappears after every steamy kiss. But this year...this Halloween festival...he vows to stop her and convince her to do more than just kiss and run!
This book is part of Erin Nicholas' Sapphire Falls Kindle World!
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Going to be Yours by Samantha Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Falling in love, is about taking that leap into the unknown. So it's safe to say that Going to be Yours is loveworthy. What's Halloween without a little mystery? Will and Serena started with a dare. One haunting kiss has bonded this couple despite the fact that they have never formally met. Count on Samantha Chase to grab a reader, hook, line and sinker. What's captivating about this story is that the plot is not that complicated, yet the message is clear: "Despite the odds, love always finds a way".
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GOING HAYWIRE (KINDLE WORLDS: SAPPHIRE FALLS) BY RACHELLE AYALA
Release Date: October 25, 2016
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Giving up sugar right before Halloween. Brilliant.
Going on vacation with an ex. Not so bright.
Honey and her ex-husband, Max, travel to Sapphire Falls to give their two young children the perfect Halloween treat. Max wants Honey back, and he’s counting on the magic of Sapphire Falls to seduce her into a second chance.
Honey is leery of Max and his tricks, but when he woos her with a Halloween romance complete with bonfires, hayrides, parties, and paintball, Honey warms to the idea of a new beginning.
Unfortunately, there's something off about Max that Honey can't put her finger on. When their vacation goes haywire, Honey must decide whether the treat of true love is worth all the terrible tricks life can play.
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Full of twists and turns, Going Haywire is a sexy and romantic romp by Rachelle Ayala, writing in Erin Nicholas’ Sapphire Falls Kindle World.
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Going Haywire by Rachelle Ayala
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hats off to, Rachelle Ayala. Going Haywire makes for a tricky treat. Max wants his family back and he's willing to pull out all the stops to win back his one true love. Honey is wary, Max is daring, circumstances are hairy and things are about to get scary. Honey, Max and their antics kept me guessing until the bitter end. A slight of hand, a clever twists, were there clues I surely missed? Discovering the mystery is half the fun and the shocking end is sure to stun.
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TAKING CHARGE (LONE STAR BURN) BY RUTH CARDELLO
Release Date: October 25, 2016
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Lucy Albright never wanted her family’s Texas ranch, but now it’s in foreclosure. She’s already lost so much she can’t bear the thought of losing one more thing. Lucy learned the hard way not to accept help from a man when there are strings attached, so she’ll do whatever it takes to save the ranch on her own terms—even if that means launching an online business marketing high-¬tech sex toys.
Ranch manager David Harmon has a reputation for being a cowboy with a heart of gold. Even if she refuses his help, down-and-out Lucy is the kind of woman he’ll do anything to protect. And while David may not know much about Lucy’s naughty side business, that won’t stop a cowboy from doing something he’s set his mind to.
With the ranch threatened by a scheming neighbor, Lucy can’t help but keep David around. Their attraction may be undeniable, but will the spark between them burn her entire future to the ground?
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Taking Charge by Ruth Cardello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Taking Charge delivers. One of the main reasons I have become addicted to the Lone Star Burn series is the small town feel, mixed with big city problems. Each story has it's own way of making you laugh and cry but also getting to the heart of the matter with humility, wisdom and a whole lot heat. Lucy has a great deal of heart but a lack of trust and an abundance of guilt. Every child dreams of making their parents proud and having success come their way but shame and sorrow have become constant companions for this young woman. Determined to prove to herself she can, she sets out to save the family business and ends up getting more than she bargained for. A helping hand, guardian and just maybe the man of her dreams. Sometimes pride can be a person's worse enemy. Taking Charge uses humour and irresistibility to drive that point home.
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MISTLETOE COTTAGE (HARMONY HARBOR) BY DEBBIE MASON
Release Date: October 25, 2016
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The first novel in a brand new series from USA Today bestselling author Debbie Mason! The series will appeal to fans of feel-good romances by New York Times bestselling authors Brenda Novak, Robyn Carr, and RaeAnne Thayne.
'Tis the season for love…
Sophie DiRossi loved growing up in Harmony Harbor. But after fleeing in disgrace many years ago, it is the last place she wants to be. Left homeless by a fire, she's forced to go back to the small coastal town that harbors a million secrets, including her own. Sophie sees this secret reflected every day in her daughter's blue eyes—and she must keep it hidden from the only man she has ever loved.
Sophie's return is a shock for everyone…especially Liam Gallagher. The firefighter had some serious feelings for Sophie-and seeing her again sparks a desire so fierce it takes his breath away. Now Liam will do whatever it takes to show Sophie that they deserve a second chance at love, even if everything they've concealed threatens to keep them apart. In this special town at this special time of the year, Sophie and Liam can only hope for a little holiday magic...
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Mistletoe Cottage by Debbie Mason
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A mother's love is one of the most powerful forces of nature. From the moment of conception the bond between mother and child takes over. The minute the child is born and their eyes lock the connection is complete. There is only one connection that rivals that feeling of fear that blossoms into ecstatic freefall. Finding your soul mate. Sophie had the pleasure of experiencing love twice and nothing can compare to the euphoric overload of giving your heart over to another for safekeeping, but what happens when the novelty wears off and reality sets in? Mistletoe Cottage is about facing the past in order to move on to a brighter future. Ms. Mason introspective mind got right to the heart of the matter with this deeply moving story
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MARRY ME MAD (BLUEBERRY LANE: THE ROUSSEAUS) BY KATY REGNERY
Release Date: October 21, 2016
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Did you fall in love with The English Brothers? Were you hot for the Winslows?
Katy Regnery's Blueberry Lane series continues with The Rousseau siblings!
For as long as Madeleine “Mad” Rousseau can remember, she’s been the “sweet” twin to her sister Jax’s “sassy.” But after an especially painful break-up, Mad decides she’s had enough of being sweet. Children’s librarian during the day, she begins visiting Philly’s seedier nightspots on a quest for adventure and experience. When Cortlandt “Cort” Ambler, the ex-boyfriend of Mad’s sister, Jax, saves her from disaster on one such evening, an unlikely friendship is born between the rebellious librarian and the moonlighting pianist…and two broken hearts begin a journey toward being whole again.
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Marry Me Mad by Katy Regnery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Mad is the quintessential good girl. Cort is the misunderstood bad boy. They seem worlds apart but really aren't all that different. Marry Me Mad is the journey of two people finding their voices individually and as a unit. Stepping outside of the box is a scary event in anyone's life but when your whole identity is being compared to a twin, it's even worse. Madeline is discovering who she is as a person and pulling off the label that she has been stamped with. Cort may be a little rough on the outside but his strength of character is in every action he makes. The way he treats Mad and the things he says to her are like sweet honey to the soul and music to the ears. Marry Me Mad is every woman's fantasy, to find the guy who sees only her. A breathtaking love story.
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HARD TO FALL (TAKE THE FALL) BY MARQUITA VALENTINE
Release Date: October 18, 2016
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Wedding bells are ringing—and tempers are flaring—as the Take the Fall series continues in this sweet, sexy novel from the bestselling author of After We Fall (“This beautiful story kept me transfixed until the very end.”—Krista Lakes).
As a hardworking, hard-partying firefighter, Hayden Walker values his career and his freedom. But as the eldest son of a U.S. senator, he agreed long ago to follow in his father’s footsteps and run for office, and that means settling down and marrying the picture-perfect wife. Hayden just isn’t ready for that sort of commitment . . . not with women like beautiful, curvy Saylor Dean—the naughty bridesmaid he recognizes the morning after his buddy’s wedding—tempting Hayden to stay single forever.
The unwanted love child of a well-known politician, Saylor has always felt isolated and alone, her only solace the animal shelter she runs in Forrestville. Then she meets Hayden at her best friend’s wedding. During their impulsive and unforgettable night together, Saylor feels desired like never before—only to wake up and find that Hayden doesn’t remember his drunken proposal, or their hasty marriage, or her. But when the truth comes out, Saylor finds it’s a lot harder to fall out of love than in love.
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Hard to Fall by Marquita Valentine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Marquita Valentine, made it easy to fall in love with Hayden and Saylor. The hard part was saying goodbye to these extraordinary characters. Hayden is a bad boy masquerading as the dutiful son of a powerful politician. Saylor, has lived as a source of secrecy and shame. An accident of birth has left her insecure, isolated and searching for a place to belong. Can the bad boy with the perfect life be the answer to her prayers? Will the totally wrong woman end up saving Hayden from himself? I received an ARC of Hard to Fall in exchange for an honest review. The badge of a gifted author is the ability to allow the reader to get carried away and become a part of the journey. Ms. Valentine succeeded and created a well written story. A powerhouse of emotion that inspires and entertains. 5++++++.
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THE FIX UP BY KENDALL RYAN
Release Date: October 11, 2016
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From New York Times bestseller, Kendall Ryan, comes a sexy new standalone novel.
My tempting and very alpha friend Sterling Quinn is someone I consider off-limits.
It's not just that we're friends, he's also cocky, confident, and British, which means he's a walking aphrodisiac.
But lately he's been giving me the look. You know the one. When he thinks I'm not paying attention, and his gaze lingers for too long.
When we start working together, that's when the sexual tension between us gets so thick, I want to hack through it with a machete. I want to make all these deep feelings I've harbored for him disappear, because there's no way this can end well.
The lines between business and pleasure become irrevocably blurred, and I'm stuck between a rock, and Sterling's very, very hard place.
Rather than keep a level head about our growing attraction, Sterling wants to go all in, showing me just how explosive we can be together.
But I've been around long enough to know that this British bad boy is more than my heart can handle. I'm not about to be cast aside like yesterday's underwear when he's done having fun.
Sterling’s never been told no, and he's not about to put his ego aside and play by my rules. But I never thought he'd fight so dirty.
*This is a spin-off from the HITCHED series, but can be read as a standalone.
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The Fix Up by Kendall Ryan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Quickly I have become a fan of Kendall Ryan. Her entertaining way of blending cynicism with smart repartee and profound emotion is a breath of fresh air. The Fix Up not only presents a glimpse into Hitched's Noah and Olivia's transition into happily marital bliss, it also presents the chance to see cocky, manwhore Sterling eat crow. Hotshot divorce lawyer Sterling has money, women and notoriety, but one thing he will never have, IS A WIFE. Or will he? Camryn, is about to bring this playboy to his knees, if she doesn't lose her heart along the way. It's easy to fall in love with Ms. Ryan's characters. A short but sweet, sexy treat.
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DOWN DEEP (GOING DEEP) BY VIRNA DEPAUL
Release Date: October 11, 2016
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He’s here to score and he always wins.
Heath Dawson: football star, gorgeous man candy, and panty-dropper extraordinaire. He was also Camille Pollert’s first crush. But then he humiliated her at a high school football game, and while she got her revenge, she also closed off her heart.
Ten years later, Camille is a football photographer and single mother, and her old crush returns with a vengeance when she sees Heath again. He’s just as handsome, but now he’s a man. A man she can no longer resist.
Heath hardly recognizes the skinny girl he knew in high school, but he can’t deny the attraction he feels for the curvaceous and beautiful woman Camille has become. He wants her, and he always gets what he wants.
Just as the two of them start to realize they might be perfect for one another, reality rears its ugly head. Can Heath and Camille score a touchdown for their love? Or will they fumble the play and be parted once again?
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REVIEW: DOWN DEEP (GOING DEEP) BY VIRNA DEPAUL
Down Deep by Virna DePaul
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A do-over. We all want that chance to face down that moment in our lives when we're not at our best. The chance to interact with a dearly departed love one for some much needed advice. The opportunity to handle embarrassment with dignity or the moment when thoughtless actions and careless words break someone's heart. Down Deep taps into the awkwardness of youth. The guy who has the world at his feet because he can toss a ball and the starry eyed teenaged girl about to take a fall. A broken heart and being a devoted mother has taught Camille two things. Always look out for yourself and nothing is easy. Her dedication has help her land on her feet professionally but high and dry in the personal department. A surprising twists sets her back on the roller-coaster of first love when Heath comes back into her life. Maturity has taught him that no high can last forever and now the boy of her hidden fantasies may end up of becoming the man of her dreams. I am no sports enthusiasts but the Going Deep series is off to a great start. Down Deep is sensitive with a hint of sass.
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BOUND TO SUBMIT (BLASPHEMY) BY LAURA KAYE
Release Date: October 11, 2016
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From the ruins of an abandoned church comes Baltimore’s hottest and most exclusive BDSM club. Twelve Masters. Infinite fantasies. Welcome to Blasphemy...
He thinks he caused her pain, but she knows he’s the only one who can heal her…
Kenna Sloane lost her career and her arm in the Marines, and now she feels like she’s losing herself. Submission is the only thing that ever freed her from pain and made her feel secure, and Kenna needs to serve again. Bad. The only problem is the Dom she wants once refused her submission and broke her heart, but, scarred on the inside and out, she’s not looking for love this time. She’s not even sure she’s capable.
Griffin Hudson is haunted by the mistakes that cost him the only woman he ever loved. Now she’s back at his BDSM club, Blasphemy, and more beautiful than ever, and she’s asking for his help with the pain he knows he caused. Even though he’s scared to hurt her again, he can’t refuse her, because he’d give anything to earn a second chance. And this time, he’ll hold on forever.
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Bound to Submit by Laura Kaye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Laura Kaye is not afraid to delve inside the human psyche. Some of her best stories tackle tough and controversial subjects. Bound to Submit is her latest. Kenna is a complex character. Having endured the tragedies of war and a career ending injury, she shields her emotional pain. Her broken body and bruised spirit has lead her to seek out a dark avenue of expression. In order to feel alive, she thrives on the physical expression of pain. In that moment she can expose herself without the prying eyes and the heartbreaking looks. Griffin is no white knight. He has his own demons to contend with, but nothing hurts him more than the shell that Kenna has become. The distance between them is like a chasm. Heartache broke them apart, can tragedy heal the rift? There is no black and white with Bound to Submit. The story is designed on feelings and the power they have. Disturbing, sensual, tragic, inspiring -there is no halfway with Kenna and Griffin.
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DIAMONDS AND PEARL BY K'WAN
Release Date: October 11, 2016
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They say that good girls like bad boys, and this was especially true for Pearl Stone. A child born of privilege to a drug baron and reputed killer known in the streets as Big Stone.
Although the flashy, fast-paced nature of the streets calls to Pearl, she’s been brought up to look but not touch. But when a young hustler named Diamonds crawls up from the swamps of Louisiana and sets up shop in New York City, everything Pearl was taught flies out the window.
Raised in the wild and schooled on the mean streets of New Orleans, Diamonds is no stranger to hard times and is willing to do whatever it takes to stay above the poverty line, including kill. When a robbery turned mass murder goes wrong, Diamonds is forced to flee New Orleans and lands in New York where he meets Pearl, and for the first time finds something he craves more than wealth and power…love.
As the stakes get higher, Diamonds has to push away his past if he’s to grab hold of his future—but by doing so, will he show Pearl that all that glitters isn’t gold?
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Diamonds and Pearl by K'wan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Diamonds and Pearl is real. The reality is that regardless of race or social class, circumstances like Diamonds are more prevalent than people choose to except. What's even more upsetting is that these issues are betrayed as black ones, but are statistically universal. Pearl has the life of a princess, but it's built on the backs of murder and tragedy. Diamonds is looking for a way to survive in a world that's closing in on him. What K'wan did was put a face and a voice to situations that are being ignored. How can you not respect that? In order to understand where we're going, we have to explore we've been.
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HOT PUCK (ROUGH RIDERS HOCKEY) BY SKYE JORDAN
Release Date: October 3, 2016
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From the New York Times bestselling author who brought you the adrenaline junkie, scorchingly sexy stuntmen of Renegades. Skye Jordan delivers another sizzling series starring her mouthwatering brand of high-octane, insomnia-inducing heroes.
The pressure has never been more intense for Rough Riders’ star defenseman Beckett Cross. With his contact expiring, Beckett has to live up to his badass reputation every minute of every game to earn the next big deal. A deal that will secure a stable home for his five-year-old daughter. So when an injury on the ice threatens to send him to the ER, he fights protocol—until the feisty EMT refuses to take no for an answer. Beckett likes his women assertive, and the spark between them is nothing short of scorching. Her indifference to his fame and money only intrigues him more. And by the time he peeks beneath her tightly sealed edges to see her beautiful but deeply wounded soul, he’s in way too deep to pull back.
After years of shutting herself off from men, Eden is tempted by the heat that blazes when she is around the NHL’s most notorious bad boy—even toying with an inkling of “what if”. But life has taught her how painfully that kind of fire burns. And how deeply it scars. So Eden denies the spark room to grow, the same way she shut out the violence from her past, focusing instead on her career and finishing paramedic school. She’ll never rely on a man for money or security again.
But when the spark between them becomes too hot to ignore, one night isn’t enough. Soon, Beckett and Eden find themselves caught between desire and fear—with painful pasts pulling them in one direction and a fragile new love pulling them in another. All while the family and careers that matter most hang in the balance.
Introducing the Rough Riders’ Hockey Series.
Quick Trick -- September 12, 2016
Hot Puck -- October 3, 2016
Dirty Score -- November 7, 2016
Wild Zone -- December 5, 2016
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Hot Puck by Skye Jordan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The bad boy and the wounded angel...
He prides himself on being in control on and off the ice. Beckett has a team to lead, an image to uphold and a contract to secure - but multiple surprises send his life in a direction he never thought he'd go. Father, daughter, injury and love were never part of the plan, but may end up being the best detour he ever made. Eden is well on her way to securing her future. Determination has helped her rise above abuse and insecurity and set her on the course of helping people. When Beckett is injured and Eden steps in to help is when the fireworks begin. Ms. Jordan proves that just because a story is sexy doesn't mean it can't have an impact. Hot Puck takes on child neglect and domestic abuse but also delivers a romance that is as hard hitting as the force of a hockey puck.
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A FOOL FOR YOU (FOOLPROOF LOVE) BY KATEE ROBERT
Release Date: October 3, 2016
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It’s been thirteen years since Hope Moore left Devil’s Falls, land of sexy cowboys and bad memories. Back for the weekend, she has no intention of seeing the man she never got over…or the two of them getting down and dirty. It’s just a belated goodbye, right? No harm, no foul.
Until six weeks later, when her pregnancy test comes back positive…
Daniel Rodriguez hasn’t forgiven himself for how things went down with Hope all those years ago. He knows she’s better off without him, but when she shows up on his doorstep, panicking because she’s pregnant with his baby, he can’t help seeing it as a chance to make up for the past.
Too bad Hope has no intention of going along with his plans.
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REVIEW: A FOOL FOR YOU (FOOLPROOF LOVE) BY KATEE ROBERT
A Fool For You by Katee Robert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
ARC Review: A Fool For You (Foolproof Love) by Katee Robert
No word could better describe the heroine in A Fool for You than her name, Hope. Her world was devastated in the blink of an eye. A heartbreaking loss that destroyed a family, a community and all of her dreams forced her in a new direction. But time could not erase her connection to Devil Falls and the man that broke her heart. Daniel has been fighting a losing battle with guilt and grief for thirteen years. Can he let go of his fears enough to take the second chance staring him in the face? Daniel and Hope had a long bridge to cross. Tragedy, anger, guilt, naysayers and memories that could make or break them. There were times I wanted to slap Daniel upside the head. Believing in the impossible and willing to take a risk, that's my definition of hope. Ms. Robert picked the perfect name for her strong heroine.
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MAKE ME STAY (MEN OF GOLD MOUNTAIN) BY REBECCA BROOKS
Release Date: October 3, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Samantha Kane is about to solidify her father’s legacy by developing sleepy Gold Mountain into the most profitable ski resort in the country. There’s one man standing in her way though. One very sexy, rugged man. When she shows up to convince Austin Reede to sell, she has no intention of hiding her identity. But with a body like his, she’ll take a few risks to get closer.
Austin was the fastest skier on the U.S. Olympic team, until he shattered his knee. Gold Mountain became his refuge—and now Kane Enterprises is threatening that home. When he meets Sam, he has no idea she’s the one to blame, he just knows the attraction between them is one he hasn't felt in years. A scorching hot one-night stand is just what he needs. Little does he guess that it will change everything…
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REVIEW: MAKE ME STAY (MEN OF GOLD MOUNTAIN) BY REBECCA BROOKS
Make Me Stay by Rebecca Brooks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
To move forward, there has to be a point of letting go. Make Me Stay took that adage and ran with it. Sam and Austin were so focused on what could have been that they lost sight of what could possibly be. Seeking to complete her late father's dream, Sam sets out to convince Austin to help her to make the dream a reality. Half-truths and emotional attachment muddies the water making her clear cut plan into a heartbreaking choice. Make Me Stay was frustrating, irritating, exhilarating, heartbreaking and captivating. An expression of all the feelings of love.
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HIS BEST MISTAKE (SHILLINGS AGENCY) BY DIANE ALBERTS
Release Date: October 3, 2016
SYNOPSIS
One night with a stranger…
Security expert Mark Matthews has loved, and lost, and has no intention of ever loving again—especially not a woman who thrives on her life being in danger. Now, hot, meaningless sex with strangers he had no intention of ever seeing again? That’s a whole other story. And it’s all life as a single father allows him to enjoy. But when he meets a woman who refuses to tell him her real name, the game is on, because she’s everything he swore to stay away from. Daisy O’Rourke has bad idea written all over her, but he’s in too deep to walk away now…
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REVIEW: HIS BEST MISTAKE (SHILLINGS AGENCY) BY DIANE ALBERTS
His Best Mistake by Diane Alberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I'm in love with love and authors like Diane Alberts are the reason why. The romance genre gets a bad rep. Not believable or serious enough. Too much sex, not enough story. Totally untrue and explicitly unfair. Romance authors tackle serious issues like rape, kidnapping, emotional and physical abuse, depression and in the case of His Best Mistake, how to deal with grief and the fear of loss. Daisy has already turned one tragedy in her life into a positive. Losing her mother brutally and senselessly at a young age, put her on a path to protect innocents. As a police officer she sees herself making a difference. When she suffers yet another tragedy, she decides that her heart can't take the beating and closes herself off from love. A friend on a mission, a sexy, drunken night with a stranger and her heart just might be open for business. If she can let go of the past and he can get a handle on his fears, this may be a match made in heaven. The message: Life is too fragile to miss out on every precious moment.
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THE RANCHER RETURNS (THE WESTMORELAND LEGACY) BY BRENDA JACKSON
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Discover New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson's The Westmoreland Legacy—a navy SEAL returns to his ranch…and finds irresistible desire!
Returning from active duty to find his ranch being dug up by a beautiful stranger isn't the homecoming navy SEAL Gavin Blake expected. Layla Harris is convinced there's buried treasure on his land. But the only treasure this wealthy rancher wants to uncover is the professor's secret desires! When Layla unearths family secrets—and mysterious threats—he vows to do whatever it takes to protect her. Even as her revelations change everything…
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REVIEW: THE RANCHER RETURNS (THE WESTMORELAND LEGACY) BY BRENDA JACKSON
The Rancher Returns by Brenda Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Gavin is everything you would expect a creation of Brenda Jackson's imagination to be. Overpowering, controlling, easy on the eyes but havoc to the heart. His attraction to Layla, was sure to set the roof on fire. Mysterious happenings and surprising twists kept me glued to The Rancher Returns for days on end. I really don't believe Ms. Jackson will ever miss with her style of writing and her sultry characters. Gavin with his bedroom eyes and alpha ways is a character that gets under the skin. Layla has more of a subdued personality that creeps us on you and draws a reader in bit by bit. I fell for this author when I read my first Westmoreland story and grow fonder with every read.
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MISTLETOE BETWEEN FRIENDS/ THE SNOW FLAKE INN BY SAMANTHA CHASE
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Two gorgeous stories about the most romantic time of the year...
The holidays don't have to be fraught with tension, as lifelong friends Lily Cavanaugh and Cameron Greene discover in Mistletoe Between Friends when they cook up a scheme to fool their family and friends.
The Snowflake Inn shows rivals Grace Brodie and Riley Walsh that Christmas is a time when dreams come true-even if you've given up on those dreams long ago.
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REVIEW: MISTLETOE BETWEEN FRIENDS/ THE SNOW FLAKE INN BY SAMANTHA CHASE
Mistletoe Between Friends / The Snowflake Inn by Samantha Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The gift that keeps on giving. That is my catch phrase for any Samantha Chase novel. Whether in print, digital or reissue this author never disappoints. I'm as hooked on these stories now as I was the very first time I read them. Keeps getting better with time.
Mistletoe Between Friends - Cam can rival encyclopedias with his intellectual skills, but his awkward choice of topics can put the kibosh on romance faster than a match can spark a flame. Lily has a flair for the dramatic, her hobbies are interesting and career choices creative. Her flights of fancy, keep her lonely and leave her family questioning her sanity. Take two clueless friends, mix in a couple of matchmaking parents and you have cozy, funny and enchanting. Mistletoe Between Friends is the perfect read for anytime of the year, because it warms from the inside out.
The Snowflake Inn - Riley and Grace prove nothing is impossible. If the heart is open and the mind is willing to takes a risk. Hope comes in the form of The Snowflake Inn to a broken hearted dreamer and a frustrated businessman.
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MERRIED (MISFIT BRIDES) BY JAMIE FARRELL
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
He’s the Spare Heir of Bliss’s most famous jewelry shop
Max Gregory’s family is best known for creating and displaying the infamous Mrs. Claus diamond ring, but here in the bridal capital of the world, Max is best known for having a cursed love life. Not that he believes in curses. Or he didn’t, until he met her.
She’s the daughter of a notorious jewel thief
Merry Silver's parents have wreaked havoc on her life. After her last romantic disaster—thanks, Daddy—she’s fleeing the country for a chance at normal. But first, she has to avoid her favorite ex-boyfriend while she gets her mom married off. Again.
And their Christmas miracle might be a second chance at love
Max was horrified when he discovered why Merry disappeared last year. Now she's back in Bliss for a wedding, and her father may be after his family’s most prized possession. But is it the diamond Max is worried about? Or is he afraid of losing the only woman who’s ever made him want to settle down?
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REVIEW: MERRIED (MISFIT BRIDES) BY JAMIE FARRELL
Merried by Jamie Farrell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Merried is a story of heartache, betrayal and second chances. There is heart in every word on every page. Ms. Farrell has written a story of devotion. Love of family has landed Merry in some sticky situations. It's brought her the love of her life in Max, but family has cost her just as much. With a father that is addicted to living on the edge and a mother who needs to be the center of attention, childhood was unpredictable. Adulthood is even more complicated. Falling for the one man who that you know is off limits is heartbreaking but unprofessional for the daughter of a jewel thief.
Max met the girl of his dreams and just as quickly she disappeared. Now she's back with a lot of baggage and even more secrets, that could spell doom for his career and trouble for his heart. Max and Merry are totally mismatched but they do belong together. As an outsider looking in it was easy to feel Merry's uncertainy, Max's conflicting emotions and the fact that family was an important part of their lives made a chance at happiness even more difficult. Merried examines the love of family and listening to one's heart. Treacherous, seductive, emotional yet irresistibly charming.
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GETTING DIRTY WITH THE CEO (THE SUITS UNDONE) BY MIA SOSA
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Sometimes you have to get a little dirty to get what you want.
Publicist Mimi Pennington is at the top of her game. She's savvy, hard-working, and eager to move up the corporate ladder. So when her boss tells her that in order to make partner she has to land a prestigious account, Mimi meets the challenge head on. Never mind that the prospective client is Daniel Vargas, the polished and pompous player who rejected her months ago.
Mimi hasn't given Daniel the time of day since their one fateful encounter, and while business has brought them back together, pleasure is what he has in mind. She says she's not interested in giving him a second chance, but Daniel is prepared to call her bluff. All he needs is one week. One week to test her rules and prove that he's exactly the kind of man she needs . . .
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REVIEW: GETTING DIRTY WITH THE CEO (THE SUITS UNDONE) BY MIA SOSA
Getting Dirty with the CEO by Mia Sosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It's a given that Mia Sosa writes sensual stories. In my opinion she deserves credit for her ability to write sexy stories that are captivating and characters that deliver more than just hormones and looks. Front and center are problems that are prevalent and relatable. Getting Dirty with the CEO examines sexism and issues with self worth through the eyes of two very proud people. Mimi is in the business of show and tell, but despite her chosen career has hidden depths to her that alter her opinion of the world. Men in particular. Daniel's imagination helps him find and create beauty, but his connection to cynical Mimi is a challenge that he thrives on conquering. A pessimist and an optimist should not work. Yet, they share some of the same outlooks and challenge each others ideals. This is only my second novel by this author. The message her stories emit are more powerful than any heated attraction.
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THE BACHELOR AUCTION (THE BACHELORS OF ARIZONA) BY RACHEL VAN DYKEN
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Cinderella never had to deal with this crap.
Jane isn't entirely sure that Cinderella got such a raw deal. Sure, she had a rough start, but didn't she eventually land a prince and a happily-ever-after? Meanwhile, Jane is busy waiting on her demanding, entitled sisters, running her cleaning business, and . . . yep, not a prince in sight. Until a party and a broken shoe incident leave Jane wondering if princes---or at least, a certain deliciously hunky billionaire---maybe do exist.
Except Brock Wellington isn't anyone's dream guy. Hell, a prince would never agree to be auctioned off in marriage to the highest bidder. Or act like an arrogant jerk---even if it was just a façade. Now, as Brock is waiting for the auction chopping block, he figures it's karmic retribution that he's tempted by a sexy, sassy woman he can't have. But while they can't have a fairy-tale ending, maybe they can indulge in a little bit of fantasy . .
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REVIEW: THE BACHELOR AUCTION (THE BACHELORS OF ARIZONA) BY RACHEL VAN DYKEN
The Bachelor Auction by Rachel Van Dyken
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The highest form of praise is for an artist to seek inspiration from the classics. The Bachelor Auction is well on it's way to becoming a classic. Ms. Van Dyken used her knowledge of some of the most memorable moments in literature and created a modern day work of art. Through laughter, irony and imaginative workmanship, Cinderella became a sassy spitfire and Prince Charming became anything but. Can Jane and Brockton let go of their make believe fantasies and take a risk on an up close and personal reality? An enchanting childhood fantasy becomes an irresistible adulthood romance.
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TRUE - BLUE COWBOY CHRISTMAS (BIG SKY COWBOYS) BY NICOLE HELM
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
BIG SKY CHRISTMAS
Thack Lane has his hands full. For the past seven years, he's been struggling to move on from his wife's tragic death and raise a daughter all by his lonesome. He doesn't have time for himself, much less a cheerful new neighbor with a smile that can light up the ranch.
Christmas spirit? Bah, humbug.
With Christmas right around the corner, Summer Shaw is searching for somewhere to belong. When her neighbor's young daughter takes a shine to her, she is thrilled. But Thack is something else altogether. He's got walls around his heart that no amount of holiday wishes can scale. Yet as joy comes creeping back to the lonely homestead, Summer and Thack may just find their happily ever after before the last of the Christmas miracles are through...
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REVIEW: TRUE - BLUE COWBOY CHRISTMAS (BIG SKY COWBOYS) BY NICOLE HELM
True-Blue Cowboy Christmas by Nicole Helm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Summer has lead a life that has not always been peaceful and far from happy. So when she made the decision to become the keeper of her own destiny, she knew it wouldn't be easy but the reward had to be better than the past she yearns to forget. Nicole Helm is an author that it's always a pleasure to read. Her characters are identifiable, her stories are compelling and the powerful messages that are imparted within each story are relatable to everyday life. True-Blue Cowboy Christmas is a story of magic, hope and healing. The ability to believe there is something better on the horizon is an uplifting thought. Summer didn't wait for her future to find her, she went out and grabbed it for herself.
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SAVING JAKE (BLESSINGS, GEORGIA) BY SHARON SALA
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
There is always hope
After eight years in the Marines, Jacob Lorde returns to Blessings, Georgia, with no plans other than to hole up in his empty house and heal what’s left of his soul. But with a charming next door neighbor and a town full of friendly people, keeping to himself is easier said than done.
As long as you can come home
Laurel Payne understands far too well what Jake is going through, after witnessing her late husband experience similar problems. She’s in no hurry to jump into another relationship with a complicated guy, but their attraction is undeniable—and perhaps exactly what both of them need.
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REVIEW: SAVING JAKE (BLESSINGS, GEORGIA) BY SHARON SALA
Saving Jake by Sharon Sala
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Resilience. We all have this quality embedded within. The ability to weather the bruises life throws our way without caving in. Jake returns to civilization a changed man. His body may have healed but his mind is slow on the uptake. The turmoil of his experience has left him broken and guilt-ridden. Heartbreaking images are on a continuous reel in his head. Traumatized he becomes a loner with nothing for company but his painful memories. Until Laurel sets her mind to bringing him out of his dark cocoon and into the light. Blessings is an apropo name for a place where the people care and miracles happy. Ms. Sala writes from the heart and that's why her stories are so appealing for me. Saving Jake is about conquering the past and rebuilding the path to the future.
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CHRISTMAS IN ETERNITY SPRINGS (ETERNITY SPRINGS NOVEL) BY EMILY MARCH
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Can Miss Christmas find her spirit again?
After a devastating betrayal, Claire Branham packs up the pieces of her life, along with a twenty-million-dollar secret, and moves to Eternity Springs. She opens a specialty shop—Forever Christmas—and, with the help of a surprise romance with the town’s sexy new handyman, Claire’s heart begins to heal. Until her past comes knocking…
Jax Lancaster never questioned the need to abandon his career as a Navy submariner in order to care for his young son in the wake of his ex-wife’s death. Desperate to help with this loss, Jax straps on a tool belt to give Nicholas the one thing he wants: A life in Eternity Springs. What Jax never expected to find a second chance at love with a fascinating woman for whom Christmas has become a business. But when the truth about Claire threatens their newfound happiness, can Jax prove to her that in Eternity Springs, the spirit of Christmas is real. . .and will last a lifetime?
Christmas in Eternity Springs is the twelfth installment in Emily March's acclaimed Eternity Springs series.
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS IN ETERNITY SPRINGS (ETERNITY SPRINGS NOVEL) BY EMILY MARCH
Christmas in Eternity Springs: An Eternity Springs Novel by Emily March
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Eternity Springs represents new beginnings. The chance to leave behind the baggage and look toward the future that awaits. Ms. March has a way with words. The pull of the characters and the tragic circumstances that bring them to this majestic fantasy makes for a prolific tale. Both Claire and Jax see Eternity Springs as a beacon in an otherwise stormy time within their lives. In a time of turmoil the healing power of this magical community seems the perfect escape for Claire as she sorts through the dramatic whirlwind that is her life and come to terms with her demons. Jax is looking for a place to help his son through a dark time. There are so many chances in life we take for granted, the message of the story is to hold on to any chance at happiness sent your way because every moment is special and fleeting. I love Eternity Springs.
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HIS JINGLE BELL PRINCESS BY BARBARA DUNLOP
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Accidentally abandoned and stranded by a raging blizzard in the picturesque town of Tucker, Maine, Crown Princess Jasmine Arcules finds herself alone and unguarded for the first time in her life.
Meanwhile, widower Sam Cutler is dreading the Christmas season. Struggling to be a good father to his nine-year-old twin daughters, he's wracked with guilt and battling painful memories. The last thing he needs is a beautiful stranger invading his world.
Jasmine keeps her royal identity secret, so Sam treats her the way no man in her native country ever would – a country where speaking to Jasmine out of turn could result in jail time. But Jasmine has a knack for getting past Sam's defenses, comforting his daughters, arousing his suppressed emotions, and forcing him to remember he's a man...
Both Sam and Jasmine need each other, but can they trust in Christmas magic to bring their hearts together?
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His Jingle Bell Princess by Barbara Dunlop
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sam and Jasmine are about to discover that miracles happen in the strangest ways. Can a misplaced princess and a grieving single dad be the answer to a prayer? His Jingle Bell Princess shows how being in the wrong place at the right time can have lasting benefits. Jasmine is a princess with an attitude that brighten up the darkest night, but lacks confidence in her abilities as a royal. Sam is a man stuck in the past. Tragedy left him a single father of twin girls but it also left him with a shattered heart and broken dreams. When the royal and the widower cross paths, tempers rage, hormones flare and the healing begins. Can this mismatched twosome, be a perfect pair? Jasmine and Sam with help of Ms. Dunlop spin a tale of hope, second chances and the powerful of family in this energetic, light - hearted holiday read.
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ONE MORE TASTE (ONE AND ONLY TEXAS) BY MELISSA CUTLER
Release Date: October 4, 2016
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Welcome to Dulcet, Texas, home of the legendary Briscoe Ranch Resort, where one man will discover that revenge is a dish best served sizzling hot…
Ambitious and talented, chef Emily Ford has the chops to make it in the cutthroat culinary world—which is why she refuses to accept her demotion at the hands of Knox Briscoe, the new CEO of Briscoe Ranch Resort. He has grand plans that include bringing in a celebrity chef to helm an exciting new restaurant at the resort, but Emily has plans of her own—to do whatever it takes to change his mind…
Knox Briscoe made his millions in the high-risk game of buying and flipping businesses. Cut out of the Briscoe fortune by an old feud that left his family in ruins, Knox grew up dreaming of revenge. Out-maneuvering his uncle for control of the resort is merely the first step in his plan—a plan that doesn’t include the brazen and beautiful Emily Ford. Drawn into her passion, Knox’s world is turned on its axis, and it isn’t long before he’s faced with the biggest risk of all—with his career, with his heart…and with the woman who has captivated him, body and soul.
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REVIEW: ONE MORE TASTE (ONE AND ONLY TEXAS) BY MELISSA CUTLER
One More Taste by Melissa Cutler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Emily has the talent, dedication and confidence to make a name for herself in her chosen field. Nothing will stand in her way, not even the opinionated, arrogant CEO. Knox and Emily were like a tornado, the tension had the ability to consume everything in it's wake. When dealing with passionate immovable forces, casualties are usually a forgone conclusion. One More Taste is a blend of sensual flavors that permeates the taste buds while appealing to the heart.
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IT MUST BE CHRISTMAS BY JENNIFER CRUSIE, MANDY BAXTER AND DONNA ALWARD
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when love is in the cold and frosty air—and desire reaches the boiling point. . .
Hot Toy
From New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Crusie comes a hilarious, sexy story about a determined shopper who grabs the last action figure off the shelf, only to find herself plunged into the arms of a sexy secret agent. Mayhem under the mistletoe ensues. Business as usual this Christmas season…right?
Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher
Nate wants to stay away from all the women who want his money in Mandy Baxter’s story set deep in the heart of Texas. But when gorgeous do-gooder Chloe Benson comes knocking at his door—in search of funds for her charity—Nate can’t ignore the passion he feels for her. Maybe love is priceless after all?
Christmas at Seashell Cottage
’Tis the season in Jewell Cove when local doctor Charlie Yang finds her quiet, steady life disrupted by both an abandoned baby in the nativity manger and ex-SEAL Dave Ricker. Are these turn of events too good to be true? Or is Christmas working its magic—for real— Donna Alward’s heartwarming holiday story?
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REVIEW: IT MUST BE CHRISTMAS BY JENNIFER CRUSIE, MANDY BAXTER AND DONNA ALWARD
It Must Be Christmas: Three Holiday Stories by Jennifer Crusie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
It Must be Christmas is emotional smorgasbord of fun. Humour and drama with an air mystery makes for a warm winter read.
Hot Toys by Jennifer Crusie - Ms. Crusie turns a holiday shopping trip into an action packed, fantasy adventure in Hot Toys. Hilarious, thrill ride.
Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher by Mandy Baxter - Chloe and Nate found each other at the right time in their lives. When neither was looking they up and fell in love. Mandy Baxter takes her readers on a journey that is combustible. Her characters have personalities that range from volatile to moody yet can still entice the reader into a world of sensual pleasure. Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher deals with the important subject of PTSD in a way that is enlightening and encouraging.
Christmas at Seashell Cove by Donna Alward - Get ready to fall in love. Dr. Yang is about to come face to face with her future. Will she recognize it? Donna Alward knows the right buttons to push to bring on the waterworks and keep me coming back.
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TAKE ME HOME (THE CALLAWAYS) BY BARBARA FREETHY
Release Date: October 5, 2016
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In this Where Are They Now novella, catch up with two popular Callaway siblings, Emma and Burke, and meet their cousin Ian, a world-renowned scientist …
When Eleanor Callaway asks three of her grandchildren to make a trip to her childhood home in Ireland, they have no idea her plan for each of them will make this a life-changing trip.
Emma, the spunky, never-say-quit, fire investigator is happily married to her husband Max but has been struggling to have a baby. While many of her siblings are welcoming new babies, Emma is afraid that she may never be a mother, but a trip to the Emerald Isle shows her that family is not always about bloodlines.
Burke Callaway saved his cousin’s life in a fire, but now he’s dealing with a possible career-ending injury. All he’s ever wanted to be is a firefighter, to follow in the steps of the men who came before him, to carry on the family traditions. But this oldest son, for whom responsibility weighs heavy, now has a chance to discover a new side of himself with a little help from his free-spirited wife Maddie.
Ian Callaway is a world-renowned scientist, but his IQ has been isolating. This sexy, attractive genius meets his hero in Ireland—a mysterious professor who is about to send him off on an adventure that will both threaten and change his life forever in the next full-length Callaway novel, Closer to You.
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REVIEW: TAKE ME HOME (THE CALLAWAYS) BY BARBARA FREETHY
Take Me Home by Barbara Freethy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Callaways are united in love and tenacious in spirit. Both are good qualities to have but sometimes that tenacity can be a negative. Take Me Home is a multi - faceted reward for any fan of Barbara Freeway and her Callaway series. Die hard fans get to catch up with Burke, Maddie, Emma and Max but we also get a glimpse at another Callaway relative, Ian. Sometimes we need a fresh perspective to open our eyes to all of the possibilities that life has to offer. Emma and Burke learn that lesson first hand. With every story Ms. Freethy blends wisdom, hope and courage with captivating novels of what a family was meant to be.
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CHRISTMAS AT EDEN MANOR (EDEN MANOR) BY NOELLE ADAMS
Release Date: October 5, 2016
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Brie Graves might be jobless, living with her brother, and recovering from a painful break-up, but she's determined to enjoy the holidays. Until the end of the year, she's going to do anything she wants to do, no matter how crazy it might be. Soon, she discovers exactly what she wants--to spend a week with a fascinating, sophisticated stranger. It doesn't matter that she only knows his first name or that he's more than twenty years older than her. After this one week, she'll never see him again.
Cyrus Damon has spent his life making money and holding himself to impossibly high standards. Pressured into taking a vacation in Savannah, he's alone and at loose ends, so he lets himself do something he never would have considered otherwise. He gives in to his attraction to a beautiful, free-spirited, and much-too-young woman. But, after the week is over, he'll once more be the man he's always been, left with nothing but the memory of a woman who made him happier than he's ever been.
He has no idea that when he visits his nephew in a charming bed and breakfast called Eden Manor, he'll find the woman he thought he'd left for good.
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS AT EDEN MANOR (EDEN MANOR) BY NOELLE ADAMS
Christmas at Eden Manor by Noelle Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Cyrus is a by the book kind of guy. He spends his days working hard, making money and playing by the rules. Brie is like a feather in the wind, no set direction but determined to enjoy the ride. Cyrus is about to learn that coloring outside the line has it's own rewards. Christmas at Eden Manor blends maturity with simplicity to create a romantic and deeply moving read. Noelle Adams takes the complexity out and brings the heart in.
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12 STEPS TO MR. RIGHT BY CINDI MADSEN
Release Date: September 26, 2016
SYNOPSIS
12 steps to finding Mr. Right, composed by dating coach extraordinaire Savannah Gamble
1: Admit to being powerless over your attraction to the wrong type of guy. (Like Lincoln Wells, who broke your heart after an unforgettable one-night stand.)
2: Believe Mr. Right is out there.
3: Take inventory of past mistakes. (See step #1.)
4: Make a list of qualities you want in a man. (Avoid charming baseball players/reason you made these rules in the first place)
5: Take charge of your own life.
6: Learn to love yourself.
7: Sort the hookup guys from the relationship guys. (Avoid a painful brushoff after an amazing night together.)
8: Never, ever settle. (Even if the chemistry is off-the-charts.)
9: Don’t believe you can change a guy. (Once a commitment-phobe, always a commitment-phobe)
10: Communicate your needs.
11: Open your heart & love fully. (Still working on this one…)
12: Don’t ever, ever stray from the steps.
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REVIEW: 12 STEPS TO MR. RIGHT BY CINDI MADSEN
12 Steps to Mr. Right by Cindi Madsen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is nothing stale about Cindi Madsen's brand of humorous romances. 12 Steps to Mr. Right is a prime example of just how enjoyable her stories can be. She delivers sage advice via fast paced sass and her characters are such a hoot that they knocked me on my ***. Savannah seems to have it all together. Doling out romance advice to the lovelorn and dateless of the world, but when it comes to her own matters of the heart she's as clueless as the people she helps. Not even her step by step road map can save her from the whirlwind that Linc pulls her into and before she can save herself, her downfall begins. The blind leading the blind has never proved to be so entertaining. I think I'm in love.
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STOLEN AWAY (HEARTS OF MONTANA) BY JENNIE MARTS
Release Date: September 26, 2016
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Elusive charmer Cash Walker is a tough-as-nails cowboy, except when it comes to the shy woman who shows up with a pretty smile, a wounded spirit, and a goat riding shotgun in her passenger seat.
Recently divorced from an abusive husband, Emma Frank has come home to Broken Falls, Montana. Lost, alone, and unable to escape the bullying tactics of her ex-brothers-in-law, she finds solace and friendship at the Tucked Away farm and with the handsome cowboy who believes in her and who helps her find her own courage.
There’s a darkness in Cash’s past that’s kept him from ever letting anyone get too close, but he can’t seem to stay away from Emma, who seems to be the one to finally break through his tough exterior and steal this cowboy’s heart.
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REVIEW: STOLEN AWAY (HEARTS OF MONTANA) BY JENNIE MARTS
Stolen Away by Jennie Marts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Jennie Marts is an author that is not afraid to delve into all the pieces that shape a person into who they are and have yet to become. Stolen Away was the most recent example of that skill. Years of neglect and abuse mentally and physically has left Emma unsure of herself and scared to trust. Cash is the man who gently breaks through and gives her the strength to face her past. Protecting her becomes his priority, teaching him the meaning of love becomes hers. I am a fan of stories of courage and Stolen Away is a redemption story that makes the heart rejoice.
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THE TROUBLE WITH MISTLETOE (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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If she has her way . . .
Willa Davis is wrangling puppies when Keane Winters stalks into her pet shop with frustration in his chocolate-brown eyes and a pink bedazzled cat carrier in his hand. He needs a kitty sitter, stat. But the last thing Willa needs is to rescue a guy who doesn’t even remember her . . .
He’ll get nothing but coal in his stocking.
Saddled with his great-aunt’s Feline from Hell, Keane is desperate to leave her in someone else’s capable hands. But in spite of the fact that he’s sure he’s never seen the drop-dead-gorgeous pet shop owner before, she seems to be mad at him . . .
Unless he tempers “naughty” with a special kind of nice . . .
Willa can’t deny that Keane’s changed since high school: he’s less arrogant, for one thing—but can she trust him not to break her heart again? It’s time to throw a coin in the fountain, make a Christmas wish—and let the mistletoe do its work . . .
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REVIEW: THE TROUBLE WITH MISTLETOE (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
The Trouble with Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Let's be serious, it's hard not to fall in love with a Jill Shalvis creation. Her stories are like a hug: a pleasure for the senses and a comfort to the heart. The warmth lingers long after the initial exposure. So it's only fitting that The Trouble with Mistletoe takes the magic of the holiday season and bundles it with the cuddly, feel good charm of a second chance romance. Every person has an event that sticks in the mind and leaves them wishing for a different outcome. Willa's is tall dark and handsome, but doesn't remember her. Add a furry matchmaker, a sexy blast from the past and anything can happen. This author is in a class that's all her own.
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SPARKING THE FIRE (HOT IN CHICAGO) BY KATE MEADER
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Kate Meader’s blazing Hot in Chicago firefighter series has “everything you want in a romance” (RT Book Reviews, Top Pick)! The flames of desire burn out of control in this sexy third novel when ex-lovers unexpectedly reunite for a sizzling affair that will have the director yelling, “Quiet on the set!”
Actor Molly Cade, America’s fallen sweetheart, finally has her shot at a Hollywood comeback with a dramatic new role as a tough-as-nails firefighter that promises to propel her back to the big time and restore her self-respect.
Wyatt Fox, resident daredevil at Engine Co. 6, needs a low-key job to keep him busy while he recovers from his latest rescue stunt. Consulting on a local movie shoot should add just enough spark to his day. Especially when in struts Molly Cade: the woman who worked his heart over good, and then left him in the Windy City dust.
Their story is straight out of a script: irrepressible, spunky heroine meets taciturn, smoldering hero. But these two refuse to be typecast, and when the embers of an old love are stoked, someone is bound to get burned…
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REVIEW: SPARKING THE FIRE (HOT IN CHICAGO) BY KATE MEADER
Sparking the Fire by Kate Meader
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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The spark that lights the match which start the fireworks. Kate Meader definitely knows how to get attention. Her family of firefighters are proof of that. Alex, Gage, Luke, Beck and Wyatt may not be blood but they are family. With a legacy to protect, these Dempsey siblings risk life and heart for the good of Chicago. It's always a pleasure to catch up with this hot blooded American family. Wyatt is the latest sibling brought to his knees when his fantasy meets reality. Molly is the one that got away. Lust brought two strangers to together all those years ago, now fate plays a hand in reuniting them. Sparking the Fire is jalapeño worthy. If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.
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SHE'S MY KIND OF GIRL (SOMETHING NEW) BY JENNIFER DAWSON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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In high school, they’d burned fast and hot. Now is their chance to find out if the sparks that linger will ignite a whole new flame.
The only thing Darcy Miller ever wanted more than gorgeous troublemaker Griffin Strong was to shake off the dust of small-town Revival, Illinois, and head to the big city—even if she had to leave him behind. Ten years later, Darcy is the ultimate New Yorker, writing a sex blog and living on designer cocktails and the pulse of urban life. That is, until she hears that Revival plans to seize her mother’s house right after the holidays, thanks to the new mayor—who is none other than Darcy’s ex…
Griffin couldn’t have asked for a more dangerous Christmas gift. Curvy, sassy Darcy is every bit as delectable as the wild child she was in high school—and just as determined to stir up problems. But Griffin learned long ago to straighten up and fly right in order to make changes in the town he loves. Keeping his reputation wholesome is a big part of that. If only Darcy didn’t make him want to take his place on the naughty list with her, right under the mistletoe…
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REVIEW: SHE'S MY KIND OF GIRL (SOMETHING NEW) BY JENNIFER DAWSON
She's My Kind of Girl by Jennifer Dawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jennifer Dawson is an author that knows how to spice it up. Her heroes are fantasy material and the heroines hold all the cards. She's My Kind of Girl, puts Darcy in the driver seat and Griffin is her willing passenger. Young love and second chances are central to the theme of this story. Prodigal daughter Darcy returns just in time to stir up old love, Griffin's carefully orchestrated plans and ends up questioning her own life plans. Shorter than her usual stories but still delightfully entertaining.
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A KISS AT CHRISTMASTIDE BY CHRISTINA MCKNIGHT
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Lady Pippa Godfrey has suffered the most ruinous London Season. She escapes to her Somerset estate for a quiet Christmastide holiday with her family, away from society’s prying eyes. But before her parents can join her, a storm crashes down on Somerset to destroy any hope of Pippa’s white Christmas dream. The roads have flooded and travel is impossible, leaving her stranded and alone. But a muddied, angry and devilishly handsome lord appears at her door demanding shelter.
Lucas Hartfeld, the Earl of Maddox, has been summoned by his parents, the Marquis and Marchioness of Bowmont, to attend a holiday party in the wilds of the country, far from his London townhouse. He suspects they command his attendance for far different reasons than a simple country party. When a storm strands his carriage, he’s forced to seek shelter at the only home for miles around, a local manor called Helton House.
When Lady Pippa is reluctant to admit him, he does what he’s been raised to do—demand she provide him and his servants with shelter until the storm passes. But the beautiful woman draws his interest far more than he’s willing to admit. Can Lucas find a way out of the predicament his parents are planning?
As Lady Pippa scrutinizes another arrogant, demanding lord, she is bombarded with memories of betrayals in her past. Can she forget those difficult life lessons to claim a Christmastide kiss from a perfect stranger?
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REVIEW: A KISS AT CHRISTMASTIDE BY CHRISTINA MCKNIGHT
A Kiss At Christmastide by Christina McKnight
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Historical romance has always been my genre of choice, A Kiss at Christmastide reminded me why. Anytime a reader allows themselves to get so lost that sorry is experienced when the story ends, you know you've stumbled upon a diamond. Pippa's trusting heart and beautiful soul hides many insecurities. Her vulnerability makes her an easy target for manipulative and vengeful people. When a scandal ruins her chances at a her first London Season, she enters into seclusion and shuts herself off from it all. A stranger, a snowstorm and the hands of fate may just bring her isolation to an end. Pippa and Lucas embody all the qualities I look for in a story. Ms. McKnight evokes an emotional connection with Pippa from the very beginning. Her panic, heartbreak and loneliness make her an open book and jumped right out at me. Lucas was harder to figure out but a mystery worth solving. I couldn't help but fall for this beautiful fairytale.
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MERRY COWBOY CHRISTMAS (LUCKY PENNY RANCH) BY CAROLYN BROWN
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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"Jud with his slow, Texas drawl is one sexy cowboy who will have readers falling in love with him. His romantic connection with Fiona sizzles. Brown's modern storytelling and fun-filled plot will engage readers and wrap them up in this sweet, Southern holiday romance." –RT Book Reviews
THIS CHRISTMAS, SANTA'S WEARING A STETSON
'Tis the night before Christmas and all through the house is the presence of one wickedly hot cowboy who's come to stay for the holiday. Fiona Logan is downright shocked to return to her childhood home and find that the tall blond stranger who came to her rescue on an icy road will be sleeping just across the hall from her bedroom. Talk about temptation . . .
Jud Dawson never believed the Lucky Penny Ranch would live up to its name until now.
Fiona is gorgeous, smart, funny, and everything he thought he'd never find. Now all he has to do is convince her to stick around town instead of hightailing it back to Houston. But with wild weather, nosy neighbors, and a new baby in the family, getting her to admit that she's falling in love might just take a Christmas miracle.
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Merry Cowboy Christmas by Carolyn Brown
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Ms. Brown exposes more of herself with each story she writes. Her stories transport readers to a more simple time, when caring was not a chore and hope was only a heartbeat away. Jud may be small town but he's much deeper than he looks. He yearns for his own chance at finding a place that fits. Love, family and happiness are his hidden dream, yet his reality is proving to be anything but. That is until a sassy filly touches him in all the right places. Merry Cowboy Christmas is perfect. Home, holidays and humour combine to create an endearing, nostalgic story of love. Truly felt like coming home.
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CHRISTMAS COMES TO MAIN STREET (BRIAR CREEK) BY OLIVIA MILES
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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The mistletoe is out, and the gloves are off . . .
'Tis the worst season to be single, but Kara Hastings won't let a little Christmas funk spoil the festive season. Sure, running her own bakery is a little harder than she expected, but she can handle it. And she'll prove it to a certain infuriatingly handsome, bossy Big City guy. She may be sugar and spice, but she can kick his butt twice.
Nate Griffin is in Briar Creek only for the holidays, and he refuses to fall for the whole "small town, candy cane-scented Christmas Wonderland" thing. He's more interested in the fresh-faced cookie chef who always knows exactly how to get under his skin. So when Nate challenges Kara in the town's big holiday contest, it's not just the competition that starts to heat up. If he's not careful, Kara won't just melt his icy resolve against a small-town Christmas . . . she'll melt his heart too.
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Christmas Comes to Main Street by Olivia Miles
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Anything he can do, I can do better ...
With a business to run, Kara has no time for arrogant and infuriating distractions. Her pride won't allow her to surrender to self-doubt or ask for help. It certainly won't allow her to be bested by an outsider with a superiority complex. Nate has a massive ego and rather large chip on his shoulder. Olivia Miles, generates major sparks with Christmas Comes to Main Street. A battle of the sexes mixed in with loveable holiday charm makes Kara and Nate, a tempting treat for any sweet tooth. Briar Creek is a great place to spend some down time.
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MAKING THE PLAY (HIDDEN FALLS) BY T.J. KLINE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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T.J. Kline launches a brand new series with the charming story of a NFL player who finds love when he least expects it…
Grant McQuaid has dedicated his entire life to his football career. Now an injury threatens his place on the team and he’s forced to return home to rehabilitate. But when he meets his “biggest fan,” a precocious, blue-eyed, hearing impaired boy named James—and his beautiful mother, Bethany—Grant begins to question whether football is the future he still wants.
Bethany Mills has been doing just fine since her husband walked out on them… and she definitely doesn’t need another man to disappoint her—or her son. But when James runs into his hero at the park, Bethany admits there is a void in her son’s life that she just can’t fill. Her attraction to the handsome football star is undeniable, but a man in the limelight is the last thing she wants for herself, or James.
Grant doesn’t want to subject Bethany to the chaos of dating a professional athlete. But the more time he spends with her and James, the harder it is to resist making a play for her heart…
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Making the Play by T.J. Kline
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Routine. We all have one. A plan that helps us stay on track and gets up from point A to point B. But what happens when that becomes redundant? A person can get stuck and when something happens to break the sequence, it easy to become thrown off course. Grant is faced with a similar situation in Making the Play. An injury has left him in limbo and faced with a future beyond the field. Will a single mother with a chip on her shoulder and her adorably little boy show him the true meaning of the word "hero"? T.J. Kline gets to the bottom of what's truly important and gives the reader something to think about while doing so.
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AGAINST THE WIND (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 1) BY REBECCA ZANETTI
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Tate Johnson works to find a balance between his ambitions for political office and the fallout of his brother’s betrayal, Zeke is confronted with his brother Chase’s return home. And while Bryce and Tara Douglas try to hold onto their marriage, Kristin continues to entice Travis into breaking his vows…
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REVIEW: AGAINST THE WIND (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 1) BY REBECCA ZANETTI
Against the Wind, Season 2, Episode 1 by Rebecca Zanetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Far reaching repercussions continue to blow through Storm. Thanks to Dakota, Ginny and Logan are on the rocks. A shocking discovery and betrayal continues to strain the bonds of brotherly love in the Johnson family. Tate and Tucker are at odds over Hannah. Zeke is forced to confront his past due to the return of his brother Chase. Abused by her husband and betrayed by her daughter, one woman discovers the power of her own strength. Against the Wind's central theme is inner strength. Rising out of the ashes of pain and bitterness Ginny and Joanne find the courage to hope. With drama, the storm is reaching it's peak.
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STORM WARNING (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 2) BY LARISSA IONE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Joanne Alvarez settles into life without Hector, her children still struggle with the fallout. Marcus confronts the differences between him and Brittany, while Dakota tries to find a new equilibrium. Meanwhile, the Johnson’s grapple with war between two sets of brothers, and Ian Briggs rides into town…
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REVIEW: STORM WARNING (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 2) BY LARISSA IONE
Storm Warning, Season 2, Episode 2 by Larissa Ione
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Family is the strongest tie any person can have. In Joanne's case, she has been fighting an uphill battle for years. An abusive husband, a difficult daughter and a heart that belongs to another. The Johnson brothers seemed doomed to repeat mistakes of the past. Strained relationships, jealousy, betrayal and anger is on the verge of destroying two generations of strong men. Can these rifts be healed before it's too late? What bonds a family is the struggles they overcome not the grudges held onto. Joanne Alvarez is an amazing character. She bucks the odds with optimism in the face of adversity.
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BRAVE THE STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 3) LISA MONDELLO
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Senator Rush’s poll numbers free fall, Marylee tries to drive a wedge between Brittany and Marcus. Across town, Anna Mae and Chase dance toward reconciliation. Ginny longs for Logan, while he fights against Sebastian’s maneuvering. And Hector, newly freed from prison, heads back to Storm…
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REVIEW: BRAVE THE STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 3) LISA MONDELLO
Brave the Storm, Season 2, Episode 3 by Lisa Mondello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Vindictive, manipulative, hateful. Marylee is truly a piece of work. No wonder her son is so screwed up. Maybe she should recruit Hector Alvarez. He's just as destructive as the Rush terrible two. Brittany does not belong related to the poison that is the Rush legacy. Ms. Mondello is awesome at showing what happens when people don't own up to their actions. Others suffer. Sebastian, Marylee and Hector are beyond redemption. Can't wait for them to finally get what's coming to them.
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LIGHTNING STRIKES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 4) BY LEXI BLAKE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Ian Briggs begins to fall for Marisol, Joanne and Dillon also grow closer. Joanne’s new confidence spreads to Dakota but Hector’s return upends everything. A public confrontation between Marcus and Hector endangers his relationship with Brittany, and Dakota reverts to form. Meanwhile, the Senator threatens Ginny and the baby…
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REVIEW: LIGHTNING STRIKES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 4) BY LEXI BLAKE
Lightning Strikes, Season 2, Episode 4 by Lexi Blake
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hector is back. The Senator is up to his old tricks and the citizens of Storm are at the mercy of the fallout. Some people never learn. Hector is too busy blaming others for his bad behavior and the Senator thinks he's above the law. There are just some people that aren't worth the sorrow they bring.
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FIRE AND RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 5) BY R.K. LILLEY
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Celeste Salt continues to unravel in the wake of Jacob’s death, Travis grows closer with Kristin. Lacey realizes the error of her ways but is afraid it’s too late for reconciliation with her friends. Marcus and Brittany struggle with the continued fallout of Hector’s return, while Chase and Anna Mae face some hard truths about their past…
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REVIEW: FIRE AND RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 5) BY R.K. LILLEY
Fire and Rain, Season 2, Episode 5 by R.K. Lilley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What happened to the Salt family was heartbreaking. No parent should have to bury their child. The real tragedy however is that what should have united them broke them apart. Lacey is the real casualty because in one fell swoop, she lost her brother, mother and father. Her sense of security was broken and left her spiraling out of control. Fire and Rain sees Lacey trying to get her life back on track by owning up to her mistakes and working to move on from them. There is so much going on this series that some great characters get lost in the shuffle. I hope to see more of Lacey in future reads.
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QUIET STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 6) BY J. KENNER
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Mallory Alvarez and Luis Moreno grow closer, Lacey longs for forgiveness. Brittany and Marcus have a true meeting of hearts. Meanwhile, Jeffry grapples with his father’s failures and finds solace in unexpected arms. When things take a dangerous turn, Jeffry’s mother and sister, as well as his friends, unite behind him as the Senator threatens his son…
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REVIEW: QUIET STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 6) BY J. KENNER
Quiet Storm, Season 2, Episode 6 by Julie Kenner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Close minded people are the most dangerous. They allow fear to dictate the lives of others and erect blinders to protect themselves from what they don't understand. The roots of hate began with fear and esculate into violence rather quickly. My heart goes out to Jeffry and Brittany. It can't be easy having a father as unscrupulous as theirs. Add in the fact that he has no compassion for his own children and that just angers me. The fact that Jeffry is strong enough to make some tough decisions in spite of all he's endured and still be true to himself is inspiring.
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BLINDING RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 7) ELISABETH NAUGHTON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Tate Johnson struggles to deal with his brother’s relationship with Hannah, hope asserts itself in an unexpected way. With the return of Delia Burke, Logan’s old flame, Brittany and Marcus see an opportunity to help their friend. But when the evening takes an unexpected turn, Brittany finds herself doing the last thing she expected—coming face to face with Ginny…
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REVIEW: BLINDING RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 7) ELISABETH NAUGHTON
Blinding Rain, Season 2, Episode 7 by Elisabeth Naughton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Empathy is a trait that has been lacking up until now within the Rising Storm series. So many people have been quick to judge Ginny without knowing all the facts. Most have turned a blind eye to Joanne Alavarez's years of abuse when all the signs were there. Don't get me wrong, there have been a few like Dillion and Tucker who have reached out to Joanne offering her a job, getting her breathing room from Hector, etc. Or Tate having a meal with Ginny in a restaurant. Logan opening his heart to the possibility of love, but Blinding Rain seemed a lot less about judging and more about looking after those in need. Maybe Storm is finally maturing.
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BLUE SKIES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 8) BY DEE DAVIS
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Celeste Salt struggles to pull herself and her family together, Dillon is called to the scene of a domestic dispute where Dakota is forced to face the truth about her father. While the Johnson’s celebrate a big announcement, Ginny is rushed to the hospital where her baby’s father is finally revealed…
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REVIEW: BLUE SKIES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 8) BY DEE DAVIS
Blue Skies, Season 2, Episode 8 by Dee Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Long awaited answers finally arrive. Eyes are opened to facts long denied. The drama never ends in Storm, Texas. The one moment I have waited for since Dakota came onto the canvas was for her to take off the blinders and see Hector for the weak monster he really is. Her hero became her worst nightmare and her scorn for her mom became respect. Blue Skies delivered what I've come to expect from the Rising Storm series. Exciting twists and a hint of closure. I hope this isn't the end .
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THE PERKS OF LOVING A SCOUNDREL (SEDUCTION DIARIES) BY JENNIFER MCQUISTON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Every girl dreams of a hero….
No one loves books more than Miss Mary Channing. Perhaps that’s why she’s reached the ripe old age of six-and-twenty without ever being kissed. Her future may be as bland as milk toast, but Mary is content to simply dream about the heroes and adventures she reads about in her books. That way she won’t end up with a villain instead.
But sometimes only a scoundrel will do.
When she unexpectedly finds herself in the arms of Geoffrey Westmore, London’s most notorious scoundrel, it feels a bit like a plot from one of her favorite novels. Suddenly, Mary understands why even the smartest heroines can fall prey to a handsome face, and Westmore’s is more handsome than most. But far worse than the damage to her reputation, the moment’s indiscretion uncovers an assassination plot that reaches to the highest levels of society and threatens the course of the entire country.
When a tight-laced miss and a scoundrel of epic proportions put their minds together, nothing can stand in their way. But unless they put their hearts together as well, a happy ending is anything but assured.
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REVIEW: THE PERKS OF LOVING A SCOUNDREL (SEDUCTION DIARIES) BY JENNIFER MCQUISTON
The Perks of Loving a Scoundrel by Jennifer McQuiston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Two words come to mind when describing The Perks of Loving a Scoundrel. Pure escapism. Ms. McQuiston created a romance as epic as the characters who lived it. Mary lives her dreams through the pages of her favorite books, but has yet to experience all the emotions that her stories evoke in reality. She unwittingly lands in the middle of her own adventure when she meets Geoffrey. Her reality becomes full of twists that could rival any of her novels. Jennifer McQuiston did a stellar job. "Truth is indeed stranger than fiction" and she played that plot line to the max. It's not often that a story is centered around a heroine who a love of books, that in itself appealed to me. With easily identifiable main characters and a thrilling story, it was a no brainer for me : 5 stars.
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A CHRISTMAS BRIDE (CHAPEL OF LOVE) BY HOPE RAMSAY
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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A brand new contemporary romance series from USA Today bestselling author Hope Ramsay centered on a small-town wedding chapel!
A season of hope…
'Tis the season in Shenandoah Falls and the first time Willow Peterson has been home in years. But she's determined to fulfill the wishes of her recently deceased best friend and restore Eagle Hill Manor to its former glory—all in time to host the perfect holiday wedding. She just has to get the owner of the historic inn to hire her. Unfortunately, that means dealing with Scrooge himself...
After the death of his wife, David Lyndon has a bah-humbug approach to Christmas. But as December counts down and the wedding planning is in full swing, it's harder and harder to stay immune to the charms of Willow, especially when he sees how much joy she brings his eight-year-old daughter. After a simple kiss under the mistletoe turns into something more, David is hoping he can turn the magic of the holiday season into the love of a lifetime.
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A Christmas Bride by Hope Ramsay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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A shared tragedy helped to unite two broken people and one final promise, could be the beginning of something wonderful. Willow has had her share of disappointments. The biggest heartbreak brings her home to make someone's dream come true. Doing so isn't so easy when grief, Scrooge and obstacles dog her at every turn. Hope Ramsay knows how to pull the heartstrings and supply a reason to bring a smile to the face and have you whistling a happy tune. A Christmas Bride is magic.
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TAINTED BRIDE (THE FOREVER BRIDES) BY A.S. FENICHEL
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Sailing to London, Sophia Braighton only hopes to escape certain ruin. But when she arrives, her Great Aunt Daphne has other plans for the American-born beauty. Determined to marry off her niece to a man of means, she propels Sophia into London society, not knowing that the young woman’s trust in men is shattered. In fact, Sophia never expects to ever feel anything for a man. Then again, she never expects to find herself in the company of the dashing earl of Marlton….
From the moment he sees Sophia, Daniel Fallon feels alive in a way he has not since his broken engagement. Though the vulnerable beauty shies from the passion burning bright between them, Daniel is determined to court her and make her his bride. When he learns of the painful secret she harbors, he is equally determined to take revenge on the man responsible. But will the quest destroy him—and his future with his beloved?
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REVIEW: TAINTED BRIDE (THE FOREVER BRIDES) BY A.S. FENICHEL
Tainted Bride by A.S. Fenichel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sophia is a woman in denial. About many things. Including her attraction to Daniel. Daniel has his sights set on the beautiful, yet fragile angel that has awakened his dormant emotions. All at once he feels protective and enamored. Daniel is the dashing knight that seeks to rescue the damsel in distress. That annoyed me some, but the way the author handled Sophia's painful reveal took some on the aggravation away. Tainted Bride is a story of empowerment, sacrifice and healing.
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THE UNKNOWN BILLIONAIRE (CAPTURED BY LOVE) BY MIRANDA P. CHARLES
Release Date: September 30, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Will his billion-dollar fortune cause him to lose the woman he loves?
Jarryd Westbourne is shocked to have inherited a billion-dollar fortune from the mother who’d given him up for adoption. Unfortunately, business complications force him to keep it a secret from everyone for a period of time, even from Marilyn Grant, the woman he’s crazy about. When his birth mother’s husband suddenly challenges the will and accuses him of foul play, he ends his relationship with Marilyn to protect her from any scandal. But can he ever win Marilyn back if she discovers what he’s been hiding from her?
Can her love survive a necessary deception?
Marilyn Grant was heartbroken when Jarryd Westbourne dumped her unexpectedly. But she believes that Jarryd broke up with her only because he’s intimidated by her parents being billionaires while he’s only of average means. She’s keen to prove to Jarryd that she doesn’t care one bit that his wealth is nowhere near her family’s. After all, love and trust, not money, are the foundations of a lasting relationship. And Jarryd is one guy she knows she can trust…
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REVIEW: THE UNKNOWN BILLIONAIRE (CAPTURED BY LOVE) BY MIRANDA P. CHARLES
The Unknown Billionaire by Miranda P. Charles
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The beauty of Miranda Charles' Captured by Love series is the exposure of the foibles of human character. Love does not mean perfection. Love means accepting the good, the bad and the unexpected that life throws at you. TOGETHER! Jarryd and Marilyn allowed secrets and outside force influence to weaken the strength of their relationship. A long lost mother, a secret inheritance, money and scheming outsiders have a toxic impact on a once strong bond. Will love allow Marilyn and Jarryd to see the error of their ways? To err is human but owning those mistakes teaches the value of maturity and forgiveness. Another wonderful novel from Ms. Charles.
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Wow! That is a LOT of books and I love that I'm on there twice!! THANK YOU!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Your reviews are so cool, they have rhythm and rhyme. That's a lot of wonderful books you've read.
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