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NEW RELEASES FOR WEEK OF NOVEMBER 5, 2017
SAVING IT BY MONICA MURPHY
Release Date: November 6, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Eden
Josh Evans and I have been best friends forever. He knows all my secrets, and I know all of his. So when he randomly asks me to help him lose his virginity, I sort of flip out. That’s a question that sends your mind to places you’ve seriously never considered before. Like, you know. Having sex. With your best friend. Except Josh doesn’t want to have sex with me—he wants me to help him find a girl. A nice girl who’s funny and smart and cute. Except he already knows a girl just like that…
Josh
Eden Sumner is my best friend. So of course she’d be the person to help me find my perfect match, so I can drop my V card before I head off to college. Except the more we search, the more I realize that maybe the right girl has been by my side all along. I don’t need Eden’s help in finding me a girl to love. I’m pretty sure I’m already in love with Eden. But now she thinks I’m only after one thing…with anyone but her.
Disclaimer: This Entangled Teen Crush book is what happens when American Pie meets Friends with Benefits. It contains two best friends, plenty of angst, and lots and lots of sex talk. Reading this might have you looking at your best friend in a different light!
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REVIEW: SAVING IT BY MONICA MURPHY
Saving It by Monica Murphy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Saving It, takes the unconventional route to romance. Ms. Murphy paves her own way with a often explored theme adds a bit of a twist. Love, friendship and virginity are explored through the eyes of teenage angst and adult themed narration. Get out of your head, listen to your heart and take a chance on a true original.
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THIRD SON'S A CHARM (THE SURVIVORS) BY SHANA GALEN
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Ewan Mostyn thinks a job as a duke’s daughter’s bodyguard will be easy—but Lady Lorraine has a few tricks up her sleeve that spark an undeniable passion
Fiercely loyal to his friends and comrades, Ewan Mostyn is the toughest in a group of younger sons of nobility who met as soldiers and are now trying desperately to settle back into peaceful Society. Ewan trusts his brawn more than his brains, but when he’s offered a job watching the Duke of Ridlington’s stubbornly independent daughter, he finds both are challenged.
Lady Lorraine wants none of her father’s high-handed ways, and she’ll do everything in her power to avoid her distressingly attractive bodyguard—until she lands herself in real trouble. Lorraine begins to see Ewan’s protectiveness in a new light, and she can only hope that her stoic guardian will do for her what he’s always done—fight for what he loves.
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REVIEW: THIRD SON'S A CHARM (THE SURVIVORS) BY SHANA GALEN
Third Son's a Charm by Shana Galen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Third Son's a Charm (The Survivors) by Shana Galen
Ms. Galen knows what's appealing to the heart, but sets her sights on stimulating the mind. Third Son's a Charm is a seductive puzzle. Every sense is on high alert. Sizzling attraction puts a mischievous lady and a duty bound soldier on a collision course with romance and intrigue unlike any other. Hidden agendas, secret liaisons and read herrings at every turn make the road treacherous, but no less thrilling. Never malicious but always delicious, Shana Galen is romance on the edge. Exciting, inviting and delighting.
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HOLIDAY WISHES (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
It’s Christmastime again in Heartbreaker Bay!
When Sean O’Riley shows up at the Hartford Bed & Breakfast for his older brother’s bachelor weekend, he’s just hoping to make it through the weekend. What he’s not expecting is to come face to face with the woman he lost his virginity to a decade ago—a woman he’s never really forgotten.
The last time Lotti Hartford saw Sean, she told him she loved him while he said nothing. Now, ten years later, she’s just looking for a good time. For once, she wants to be the wild and free one, and Sean – the good time guy – is the perfect candidate.
But as the weekend continues, Sean realizes that after a lifetime of being the hook-up king, he’s ready to find happily-ever-after, and he wants it with Lotti. But will she open her heart to him again? As Christmas sweeps through the little B&B, he can only hope love and magic are in the air.
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REVIEW: HOLIDAY WISHES (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
Holiday Wishes by Jill Shalvis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Holiday Wishes (Heartbreaker Bay) by Jill Shalvis
Love never goes according to plan. People grow up, drift apart and all that remains is a broken heart. What happens when the one that got away, decides to come back to stay? Trouble! Holiday Wishes is tearfully funny, emotionally stunning and hard to resist like the sweetest of honey. For Sean and Lotti, what if, becomes why me. Ms. Shalvis pulls out the charm on a sleigh ride to happily ever after. Dashing through the snow is an entertaining delight, when the hunks of Heartbreaker Bay are along for the ride.
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THE BILLIONAIRE'S SECRETS (THE SINCLAIRS) BY J.S. SCOTT
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Former rock star Xander Sinclair may be out of rehab, but he’s not out of the woods. Still haunted by his parents’ murders, he has secluded himself in his Amesport mansion and dodges any attempted contact from his two brothers. Struggling not to fall into relapse, he believes he’s battling his demons alone.
That is, until Samantha arrives to work as his live-in housekeeper. Effortlessly charming and cheerful and wickedly sexy, she challenges Xander to abandon his isolation. The two embark on a fiery relationship—one that could change them both forever.
Just when Xander is on the verge of reclaiming his life, he discovers that Samantha has been hiding things from him…things that could shatter the fragile future they’ve begun to build together. For Xander, escaping the past is no longer an option. It’s time to face it—even when some secrets seem too heavy for the heart to bear.
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REVIEW: THE BILLIONAIRE'S SECRETS (THE SINCLAIRS) BY J.S. SCOTT
The Billionaire's Secrets by J.S. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Billionaire's Secrets (The Sinclairs) by J.S. Scott
The Sinclairs are a revelation. Dogged by tragic mysteries and heartbreaking events within their world of money and power, they remain strong and united in love and faith. Family till the end. J.S. Scott can tempt a saint with her fiery stories of courage and intrigue. All heart and sexy as ever, The Billionaire's Secrets is the story of Xander and Samantha. Xander is a walking tragedy. Memories of his parents murder and an excessive lifestyle have led him on a downward spiral. Addiction took hold and claimed his soul, can a mysterious employee save him from the darkness? Samantha is one of the great enigmas of storytelling. There are so many layers to this woman of mystery. She's hard to figure out, but a puzzle you just can't resist solving.
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PRINCE ROMAN (1001 DARK NIGHTS) BY CD REISS
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
From NY Times Bestselling author, CD Reiss, love comes in the most ordinary and most forbidden places.
Rules for my new job:
1) Do not have sex with a man in the office (again).
2) Do not break Rule #1
I’m playing it cool, clean, and professional…until I meet Roman Bianchi. He’s not an insecure nerd or an ego-hole like the other kings of Silicon Valley. He’s charming and handsome. He’s fun, funny, and smart.
He’s also in the office across the hall.
Two broken rules waiting to happen.
I can’t lose this job over some guy.
But Roman’s not just some guy. Under that suit and cocky smile, he’s a prince.
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REVIEW: PRINCE ROMAN (1001 DARK NIGHTS) BY CD REISS
Prince Roman by C.D. Reiss
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Control is an alluringly, deceptive beast. It presents a false sense of security that can easily be broken. Raven is slowly learning the error of her ways. All it takes is a forbidden attraction and a true life prince to have her breaking all the rules. Is the cost worth the risk? CD Reiss makes temptation a top priority. Prince Roman is a sensual delight that is unpredictable, wicked and short. Spice up the bookshelf with this hot little number.
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CAN'T MISS CHRISTMAS (MIRROR LAKE) BY MIRANDA LIASSON
Release Date: November 7, 2017
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Here comes a charming standalone Christmas novella by Amazon bestselling author Miranda Liasson. Fans of both Mirror Lake series will recognize familiar elements and people along the way.
It’s two days before Christmas and bestselling children’s author Grace Alberts needs to fulfill a promise—to make it to a book signing for the kids at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the place that did so much for her during a very rough time. But the weather’s getting awful and all flights are cancelled out of Boston, where she’s wrapping up her book tour. Then in walks her annoying but extremely sexy ex-husband, who (as usual) thinks he’s got all the answers.
Graham Walker just stopped by to get a book signed for Grace’s biggest fan, his niece, and wish Grace a Merry Christmas—why not? But he soon finds himself troubleshooting her dilemma. He’s got a Range Rover that can plow through a hundred-year Nor’easter. He’s even headed home to Philly. Trouble is, Grace's and his past is a disaster, something he has no intention of reliving while driving through a winter storm, no matter how much he once loved her. And maybe still does.
Bad weather has a way of bringing out the best and the worst in people, and when a run in with some deer antlers leads them to a forced stop in Mirror Lake, Connecticut, anything can happen, naughty or nice. Maybe a bit of enforced alone time and some Christmas magic can be just what it takes for them to face their past—and each other—once and for all.
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REVIEW: CAN'T MISS CHRISTMAS (MIRROR LAKE) BY MIRANDA LIASSON
CAN'T MISS CHRISTMAS: A NOVELLA by Miranda Liasson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
For such a short story, Can't Miss Christmas leaves a lasting impression. Mirror Lake is the place where hearts go to heal and miracles happen. It is a place where hope thrives and faith has no boundaries. A place where love is the cornerstone of the community and it's every changing residents. It is also the setting of a new beginning for two former spouses. Young love brought them together, tragedy ripped them apart. It will take a sprig of mistletoe, a snow storm and a chance encounter to reunite what grief splintered in two. Ms. Liasson is masterful in appealing to the inner workings of the heart. She captivates the heart with her emotional stories and her fascinating characters.
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MISTLETOE ME, BABY (THE O'CONNOR FAMILY) BY KATIE REUS
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
She needs a fake fiancé…
With the holidays fast approaching, Miranda Flores makes up a fake fiancé so her well-meaning family will get off her back. She just never expected them to suddenly show up on her doorstep a couple weeks before Christmas, wanting to spend the holidays with her. So she turns to Nolan O’Connor, her sexy best friend, and asks him for the favor of a lifetime: she needs him to act the part of her fiancé until her parents leave town.
He wants forever…
Pretending to be engaged to the woman he’s already fallen for? No problem. Nolan agrees to Miranda’s fake engagement scheme because as far as he’s concerned, she’s the one. But he plays his role too well, because soon the entire town thinks they’re engaged and things get more complicated—especially since he can’t pretend with her anymore. Then tragedy strikes and Miranda tries to shut him out, but Nolan won’t let her. He’ll do whatever it takes to convince her that he wants to make her his forever.
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REVIEW: MISTLETOE ME, BABY (THE O'CONNOR FAMILY) BY KATIE REUS
Mistletoe Me, Baby by Katie Reus
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Mistletoe Me, Baby (The O'Connor Family) by Katie Reus
Tis the season for miracles. Mistletoe Me, Baby is another example of exceptional writing. Ms. Reus has sentiment on the brain and love in the heart. Nolan and Miranda are each others safe haven when the world gets tough. In the midst of pain they find hope for the future, food for the soul and an everlasting love that can weather any storm including grief. Through rainstorm of life they discover the value of the bond they've spent years building and the family they can become. A winner all year round.
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MESS WITH ME (HAPPY ENDINGS BOOK CLUB) BY KYLIE GILMORE
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Ally Bloom attends her college reunion on a mission—a second chance with her first love. Turns out he’s single and…not interested. Their love is doomed! But when Ethan Case, the sexy cop friend of a friend, finds her crying in her spiked punch, he invites her for coffee with his date. Knowing he’s taken and she doesn’t need to impress him, Ally blurts the entire sucky men saga that is her love life.
But wait! There he is at her Happy Endings Book Club meeting.
And pulling her over for speeding.
And in her classroom to talk to the kids about safety.
Is the man just messing with her or is this the beginning of something real?
For more humorous contemporary romance, check out all of Kylie's books!
Happy Endings Book Club Series
Book 1: Hidden Hollywood
Book 2: Inviting Trouble
Book 3: So Revealing
Book 4: Formal Arrangement
Book 5: Bad Boy Done Wrong
Book 6: Mess With Me
Clover Park Series
Book 1: The Opposite of Wild
Book 2: Daisy Does It All
Book 3: Bad Taste in Men
Book 4: Kissing Santa
Book 5: Restless Harmony
Book 6: Not My Romeo
Book 7: Rev Me Up
Book 8: An Ambitious Engagement
Book 9: Clutch Player
Book 10: A Tempting Friendship
The Clover Park STUDS Series
Book 1: Almost in Love
Book 2: Almost Married
Book 3: Almost Over It
Book 4: Almost Romance
Book 5: Almost Hitched
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REVIEW: MESS WITH ME (HAPPY ENDINGS BOOK CLUB) BY KYLIE GILMORE
Mess With Me by Kylie Gilmore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The forecast is perfect for a total eclipse of the heart. Mess With Me has everything I've come to expect from Kylie Gilmore. Charming characters, hysterical antics and a whole lot of laughter pave the way to a happy ending. Second chances, surprise romances and the welcome arms of family are instrumental to a heartwarming tale of love and fun.
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AN EX FOR CHRISTMAS (LOVE UNEXPECTEDLY) BY LAUREN LAYNE
Release Date: November 7, 2017
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She’s making a list—and checking it twice. But is there a nice guy among all her naughty exes? The New York Times bestselling author of Blurred Lines returns with a charming friends-to-lovers rom-com.
When a psychic tells spunky, superstitious Kelly Byrne that she’s already met her true love, she becomes obsessed with the idea of tracking him down before Christmas. Kelly immediately writes up an “Ex List” and starts contacting old boyfriends to figure out which one is the one. When her college sweetheart rolls into town, Kelly convinces herself that they’re meant to be. The trouble is, sparks are flying with someone she’s never given a chance: her best friend, Mark.
Mark Blakely has watched the guys on Kelly’s list break her heart, and he’s not looking forward to watching them do it all over again. Mark’s always been there for her, but the timing’s never worked out for their relationship to be something more. Now, just as Mark is ready to move on, the sexual tension between them is suddenly off the charts. With Christmas morning around the corner, he just hopes Kelly will wake up and realize that everything she wants has been right in front of her all along.
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REVIEW: AN EX FOR CHRISTMAS (LOVE UNEXPECTEDLY) BY LAUREN LAYNE
An Ex for Christmas by Lauren Layne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
For Lauren Layne emotion is a central character. Her tales are stories of courage, instances of heartache and in the case of An Ex for Christmas, comedy in all it's shining glory. Second chances don't come along often but for Mark and Kelly, could the first time end of being the last? Psychics, exes and a best friend are the start of something new. The road to happily ever after is paved with angst, pain and of course an abundance of rain, but in the case of these BFF's can the holiday spirit and a sprig of mistletoe, spice up those cold winter nights? Laughter and romance go hand and hand. Light and airy delight!
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ZANE (7 SOLDIERS FOR 7 BRIDES) BY CHRISTIE RIDGWAY
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Ex-soldier Zane Tucker is perfectly happy with his single life and his adventure watersports business. A gambler by nature, he figures the odds of finding a woman for forever are a lot longer than finding a woman for right now. And as a man of action and not emotion, he believes a woman with lasting romance on the mind would want someone with less hard muscle and more soft sentiment. But then his dog hurtles toward the new county librarian, yanking Zane into her delicate, pretty presence. Will they both scare her away? And why does that worry him so?
Harper Grace has a bucket list of goals to tick off and is determined to live every moment to the fullest by overcoming her usual shyness. No one will call her too timid and too boring ever again. But then a giant of a man and his equally large dog charge into her life and she can’t decide if she wants to take a step back…or step fully into Zane’s strong arms. She's been brave enough to change her life, but does she have enough courage to risk her heart?
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REVIEW: ZANE (7 SOLDIERS FOR 7 BRIDES) BY CHRISTIE RIDGWAY
Zane by Christie Ridgway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
How a person views themselves, is not necessarily how others see them. With a touch of humor and an abundance of heart and wisdom, Ms. Ridgway sets about making her presence known in an already mind blowing series. Zane is the jock, always on the lookout for his next adventure. Harper has gotten used to watching from the sidelines, now she's ready to try something different. Less watching, more doing. She's one step away from rethinking her approach when a matchmaking fur ball, takes a little gamble of his own. With an empowering message and an adorable cast of misfits, Christie Ridgway is on her way to stealing the show.
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THE RIGHT KIND OF RECKLESS (RECKLESS HEARTS) BY HEATHER VAN FLEET
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
"You'll fall in love with these rugged Marines and their Reckless Hearts!" —Kelly Gendron, USA Today bestselling author of the Breaking the Declan Brothers series
I'm in love with a woman I can't have, and there's absolutely nothing I can do to stop myself from falling.
The problem? Her brother's my best friend.
I shouldn't want her this much. Not when it goes against the bro code. Not when I've never been able to commit to a woman for longer than a night.
But one look into her eyes and I'm a mess for her. She's my everything. And I have to walk away with nothing.
Reckless Hearts series
Reckless Hearts (Book 1)
The Right Kind of Reckless (Book 2)
Recklessly Ever After (Book 3)
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REVIEW: THE RIGHT KIND OF RECKLESS (RECKLESS HEARTS) BY HEATHER VAN FLEET
The Right Kind of Reckless by Heather Van Fleet
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Right Kind of Reckless (Reckless Hearts) by Heather Van Fleet
What a man! Max is a better man than he gives himself credit for. He lives by a code. Fights for the people he loves and is a stand up guy with a bit of baggage of his own. Yet it's a cocky, smart mouthed, hard as nails, bad girl that speaks to his soul. Confidence is a shield Lia wears to hide the scared woman within. Behind the tattoos and piercings lies a damaged girl struggling to keep her head above water and her heart intact. Only one man has ever been able to see beyond the shield and navigate the treacherous road to her heart. Is risking her heart worth exposing her secrets? Ms. Van Fleet holds nothing back. The Right Kind of Reckless is an emotional journey into the abyss. A tale of heartbreaking secrets, reckless love and long over do healing. These characters target the heart but embed themselves much deeper.
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JACOB'S LADDER: GABE (JACOB'S LADDER) BY KATIE ASHLEY
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
As the lead songwriter for Jacob’s Ladder, the last thing Gabe Renard needs is a debilitating case of writer’s block. After years of meaningless one night stands, he's finding it hard to pen the love-filled ballads the label is requesting. In an effort to clear his mind, Gabe takes his jeep off-roading in the North Georgia Mountains. When a wrong-turn leads to him getting stuck more than just creatively, he’s forced to call for help. To his surprise, the “Ray” who has been sent by Hart Wreckers to his aid is actually “Rae”—a sexy-as-hell spitfire in a pair of tight-as-hell jeans. The combination of Rae’s sassy mouth and rocking body might be the inspiration Gabe needs. But for the first time since becoming a rock star, his advances have been shot down.
Reagan Hart has never been a fan of musicians. In fact, just the mention of one might cause her to throw a tire tool. Her disgust for them started when she was just eight and her mother ran off with a traveling country singer, and it only worsened when at seventeen, her rocker boyfriend knocked her up before blowing out of town. As a single mother taking care of her family's collision business, Rae doesn't have time for hook ups, much less a relationship. And if she did make time, a musician would be last on her list, even one as good-looking as Gabe Renard.
Can Gabe find the words to prove not only to Rae, but himself, that she’s the only one for him?
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Jacob's Ladder: Gabe by Katie Ashley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Jacob's Ladder: Gabe (Jacob's Ladder) by Katie Ashley
He's a rock star, with the world at his feet. She's a single mother and business owner working to make ends meet. Gabe and Rae come from different worlds, but they have one thing in common. Responsibility. He has a band that counts on his talent with words to keep the fans happy and the money coming in. She has a family relying on her to keep the business in the red. Neither has the time for romance, but a chance meeting strikes a chord to the heart. I love a good fairy tale and Ms. Ashley delivered a bit of that with Gabe and Rae. She also went beyond the superficial by giving both characters a depth that is sometimes lacking in romance.
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KAVANAGH CHRISTMAS (KAVANAGH LEGENDS) BY SARAH ROBINSON
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
The heartfelt holiday conclusion to the Kavanagh Legends family saga revisits all the couples that readers have fallen in love with throughout the series. An angsty and loving Christmas novella, it’s the perfect goodbye to these Irish MMA fighters and a glimpse into what the future holds for them.
With the Christmas season fast approaching, the entire Kavanagh family is feeling anything but the holiday spirit. Commitments are questioned, relationships are tense, and bickering is nonstop.
However, when a crisis strikes and the family realizes that they might lose one of their own, they’ll come together to remember the reason for the season is first, and foremost, love and family.
With their own heartwarming HEAs, Sarah Robinson’s Kavanagh Legends novels can be read together or separately:
BREAKING A LEGEND
SAVING A LEGEND
BECOMING A LEGEND
CHASING A LEGEND
KAVANAGH CHRISTMAS
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REVIEW: KAVANAGH CHRISTMAS (KAVANAGH LEGENDS) BY SARAH ROBINSON
Kavanagh Christmas by Sarah Robinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So this is how a heart breaks. The Kavanaghs do everything big, including love. Therefore, it's fitting that they would say their goodbyes the same way they waved hello. Loud and proud. Ms. Robinson created a family that is far from perfect and have seen their share of heartache, but are grounded by love. They need each other, just like fans have come to need them. Cheers to the love, laughter and hard earned happily ever afters.
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NO OTHER DUKE WILL DO (WINDHAM BRIDES) BY GRACE BURROWES
Release Date: November 7, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Julian St. David, Duke of Haverford, is barely keeping his head above water in a sea of inherited debts. Though he has a long-term plan to restore the family finances, his sister has a much faster solution: host a house party for London's single young ladies and find Julian a wealthy bride.
Elizabeth Windham has no interest in marriage, but a recent scandal has forced her hand. As much as she'd rather be reading Shakespeare than husband-hunting, she has to admit she's impressed by Julian's protective instincts, broad shoulders, and, of course, his vast library.
As the two spend more time together, their attraction is overwhelming, unexpected... and absolutely impossible. With meddling siblings, the threat of financial ruin, and gossips lurking behind every potted palm, will they find true love or true disaster?
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REVIEW: NO OTHER DUKE WILL DO (WINDHAM BRIDES) BY GRACE BURROWES
No Other Duke Will Do by Grace Burrowes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
No Other Duke Will Do (Windham Brides) by Grace Burrowes
My favorite trait of author Grace Burrowes is that whether dabbling in suspense, bursting with atomic attraction or stepping into the throws of ecstasy, she never takes herself too seriously. There is just enough of the fantasy to captivate and entertain. No Other Duke Will Do spins a tale of friendship and seduction that starts with a relationship of convenience. Elizabeth and Julian are the stars of a cast of characters that look to charm their way into the heart as easily as they set up residence in the mind.
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DROWNING ERIN BY ELIZABETH O'ROARK
Release Date: November 9, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Erin Doyle can’t stand manwhores, and she particularly can’t stand Brendan Langstrom—the guy who avoids relationships like the plague and never sleeps with the same girl twice. She and Brendan have waged a war of mutual disdain for years, but when Brendan picks up the pieces after her world unravels, they’ll be forced to admit that beneath their dislike is something else entirely—something they’re not supposed to feel.
Because Brendan isn’t just her nemesis…He’s also her fiance’s best friend.
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REVIEW: DROWNING ERIN BY ELIZABETH O'ROARK
Drowning Erin by Elizabeth O'Roark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Drowning Erin by Elizabeth O'Roark
Drowning Erin is the read I've been searching for, but had no idea I was trying to find. Ms. O'Roark opened up Pandora's box with her tale of profound emotion that is realistically true to life. Erin is a woman caught between a mirage and her heart. She wants the perfect life, but is living in a world of make believe. Her heart is pulling her in one direction while her mind is going in another. Then Brendan enters her world and starts to upend everything she thought was important. He see's beyond the image and awakens her soul. Caught in the middle of the mess that has become her life, can she navigate the chaos and find her way to happiness with the man of dreams? Brendan and Erin touch emotions not often acknowledged, but in need of exploration. Ms. O'Roark takes aim at preconceived notions while breaking through the heart's barriers and making a home for her characters.
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YOU FOREVER (CAMERON FARMS) BY MELANIE JAYNE
Release Date: November 10, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Small town life is never simple and for those connected to Cameron Farms, there are always twists and turns.
They told themselves theirs was a casual affair… until a positive pregnancy test proved them wrong.
Ashley Needham’s life is finally on track. She has a great job at Cameron Farms, good friends, and is months away from college graduation.
Matt Weiss was convinced he didn’t know how to love until the day she strutted into his office spitting fire. He fell hard, but to protect his heart and hers, he made no promises.
All that was before the positive test changed their relationship forever. Can casual lovers truly become a couple and forge a bond strong enough to last?
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REVIEW: YOU FOREVER (CAMERON FARMS) BY MELANIE JAYNE
You Forever by Melanie Jayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
You Forever (Cameron Farms) by Melanie Jayne
Along with the humorous antidotes and the abundance of emotion, Ms. Jayne keeps the surprises coming and the love growing with You Forever. Small town living combines with big personalities and irresistibly sweet life lessons. Love and life are forever changing. Matt and Ashley are quickly learning that there is no time table. You Forever, puts the heart in romance and brings the laughter along for the ride.
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NEW RELEASES FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 29, 2017
KIDNAPPED BY THE SEAL (HERO FORCE) BY AMY GAMET
Release Date: October 30, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Every book of the HERO Force series can be read as a standalone novel.
Navy SEAL prepper Noah Ryker is ready for anything, but when a personal mission takes a dangerous turn, one essential isn't in his bug out bag—live-for-the-moment Hannah Fielding.
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REVIEW: KIDNAPPED BY THE SEAL (HERO FORCE) BY AMY GAMET
Kidnapped by the SEAL by Amy Gamet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Kidnapped by the Seal (Hero Force) by Amy Gamet
Amy Gamet is such an introspective writer, it's easy to forget she's also a passionate romantic. When the two sides meet, books like Kidnapped by the Seal are a forgone conclusion. Heartbreaking moments, passionate characters and suspenseful plot lines. There's a thrill around ever corner, a never ending puzzle to be solved and a few life lessons. Thought provoking, emotional and adventurous.
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THE BILLIONAIRE'S PREGNANT FLING (THE JAMESON BROTHERS) BY LESLIE NORTH
Release Date: October 30, 2017
SYNOPSIS
This billionaire playboy has turned over a new leaf—just in time to become a new dad.
Eddie Jameson has held the title of black sheep in the Jameson family for years. Creative, cocky and carefree, Eddie had a reputation for being the life of the party and a pain in the ass when it comes to following procedure. However, back in the flagship branch of the Jameson Agency, Eddie is proving himself to be a new man—someone worthy of his family’s’ respect. Margot Dale is the daughter of one of Jameson Agency’s most lucrative clients and the girl Eddie has been after for years. New leaf or not, he wants her—and how much harm could bringing the old Eddie back for one night do? When Margot and Eddie meet unexpectedly at a party, sparks fly and a childhood attraction rapidly becomes an adult sexcapade.
Now Eddie’s role in the company, and in his family, is on the line. Margot is pregnant and for the first time in her life, unsure of how to handle a situation. The one thing Margot and Eddie know they have is a connection—one that strengthens each other and sets off fireworks between the sheets. But they’ll need to decide if love and marriage are really coming with their baby carriage.
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REVIEW: THE BILLIONAIRE'S PREGNANT FLING (THE JAMESON BROTHERS) BY LESLIE NORTH
The Billionaire’s Pregnant Fling by Leslie North
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When Eddie decided to grow up, I'm pretty sure he didn't have fatherhood on the brain. Funny how life has a way of surprising us with what we never knew we needed at just the right time. Eddie wants to be a better man. Working to clean up his act and prove himself to his family, fatherhood couldn't have come at a worst time. Margot is the girl he never saw coming, but could hardly live without. Friends to lovers to parents is a bumpy ride, but it ends up being the best decision they ever made. Ms. North keeps her trademark sex appeal, but adds humor and heart in this sweet bundle of surprises.
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THE CHRISTMAS COWBOY HERO (HEART OF TEXAS) BY DONNA GRANT
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant returns to Texas, where a small-town legend just might find the greatest gift of all. . .
’Tis the season for ex-Navy SEAL Clayton East to come home for the holidays—even if the mood at home is anything but festive. His father is ill. The East Ranch is in financial trouble. And now it’s on Clayton, the prodigal son, to make sure his family doesn’t lose everything.
Headstrong Abby Harper is like a mother to her younger brothers, who she’s helped raise since she was a teenager. Keeping them in line is no small task while she’s also working toward her college degree. And now that one of her brothers has been arrested for stealing cattle at the East Ranch, Abby is at her wits’ end. But there is a silver lining: Clayton East. He believes in second chances, and is willing to give one to her brother this Christmas. Letting beautiful Abby—and the inescapable longing in his heart—off the hook, however, is a whole ’nother story. Could it be that the woman of this local hero’s dreams has been back at home all along?
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REVIEW: THE CHRISTMAS COWBOY HERO (HEART OF TEXAS) BY DONNA GRANT
The Christmas Cowboy Hero by Donna Grant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Responsibility comes naturally to Abby Harper and Clayton East. She's devoted her life to look after her brothers by example and with love. He's a man used to sacrifice but not big on family. When devoted sister Abby crosses paths with infuriating Clayton, their lives are transformed and their emotions quickly become intertwined. Between a hell raising brother, a failing ranch and a barn full of family drama, can this rule making cowboy convince the woman of his dreams to break a few rules with him? Donna Grant is a new and welcome edition to my bookshelf. The Christmas Cowboy Hero is full of all of the frustration of family and the butterflies of falling in love.
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CHRISTMAS IN KILTS: A HIGHLAND HOLIDAY BOX SET BY Bronwen Evans, Terri Brisbin, Lecia Cornwall, Lavinia Kent, May McGoldrick
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Tis the season to fall in love! These five bestselling authors bring you great tiding of highlanders and romances this holiday season!
A HIGHLANDER'S HOPE by Terri Brisbin
A village harlot who would never dream she could have a different life meets a Highlander visitor for the holidays who brings with him an offer and hope!
LEFTOVER MISTLETOE by Lavinia Kent
What happens when a highlander finds himself stranded, maybe kidnapped, with an English lady around Christmas... maybe the mistletoe will help answer that question.
A SCOT FOR CHRISTMAS by Bronwen Evans
She's ready to embrace her life and future as a spinster, he's trying to have one last hurrah before he gives into his family's wishes and proposes marriage to his neighbor, but fate has other ideas when the lady and the Scot meet at a holiday house party in the wilds of Scotland.
SWEET HOME HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS by May McGoldrick
A chance encounter between a ship's captain and a desperate aunt trying to keep custody of her young niece leads to a little magic during the holidays.
A HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS WAGER by Lecia Cornwall
When a snowstorm forces a charming lass hiding a broken heart to take shelter in a castle with three fine Highland lairds just days before Christmas, there’s a game afoot—who will be the first to win a kiss and maybe her heart.
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS IN KILTS: A HIGHLAND HOLIDAY BOX SET BY Bronwen Evans, Terri Brisbin, Lecia Cornwall, Lavinia Kent, May McGoldrick
Christmas in Kilts by Bronwen Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Christmas in Kilts by: Bronwen Evans, Terri Brisbin, Lecia Cornwall, Lavinia Kent, May McGoldrick
These highlanders set fire to the rain as they inspire faith in love. Christmas in Kilts is a plethora of lust, love and hot, sexy men. Terri Brisbin gives hope to a woman that never had a chance. Bronwen Evans shares the pitfalls of instant love that was never part of the plan. May McGoldwick and Lecia Cornwall blend sentiment and seduction as they spark up a bit of romance while Lavinia Kent starts a bit of something, something in a tempting dance of chance. Togetherness, temptation and seduction are found behind the kilt. A spicy band of holiday fun.
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WYOMING WINTER (WYOMING MEN) BY DIANA PALMER
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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There's something about those Wyoming men... New York Timesbestselling author Diana Palmer returns to the Cowboy State with a brand-new tale of desire and deception
Cultivating his vast Wyoming ranch is all security expert J. C. Calhoun wants. His land is the only thing the betrayed rancher can trust in after discovering his fiancee was pregnant by another man. But all J.C. holds dear becomes compromised when a lost little girl leads him to Colie Jackson, the woman who destroyed his life.
Colie stops at nothing to protect the people she loves. Years ago she left J.C. for his own good. Now, for the sake of her daughter, she must depend on a hard-hearted man who won't forgive her. As a band of ruthless criminals tracks their every move through the frozen Wyoming winter, Colie and J.C. will be forced to confront the lies that separated them--and the startling truth that will bind them forever...
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REVIEW: WYOMING WINTER (WYOMING MEN) BY DIANA PALMER
Wyoming Winter by Diana Palmer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wyoming Winter (Wyoming Men) by Diana Palmer
Love is nothing without trust. J.C. has first hand knowledge of that. Colie is beginning to learn how the secrets of others can affect the lives of many. Now, she's running from her past to protect her future. What happens when those two worlds collide? Wyoming Winter is a romantic thriller. There's always a new secret to expose, a hint of danger around the bend and an attraction that is as explosive as the suspense is nail biting. Colie and J.C. bring the heat and deceit as they keep readers on the edge of their seat.
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TOTALLY HIS (OPPOSITES ATTRACT) BY ERIN NICHOLAS
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Actress Sophie Birch is used to having to look out for herself. So when her theater catches fire and a big guy scoops her up into his arms to save her, she's going to fight every step of the way. Even if he's a cop. And really sexy. And his arms feel oh-so-good.
Finn Kelly can't help but appreciate how good the woman in his arms looks in her sexy pink lingerie. Even if she's currently resisting arrest.
But as the two get to know each other, they're both surprised by the things Finn is willing to do to get closer to her. And when Sophie's estranged father arrives in town and starts causing trouble, the stage is set for disaster...unless Finn can convince her that, for once in her life, she has someone to lean on.
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REVIEW: TOTALLY HIS (OPPOSITES ATTRACT) BY ERIN NICHOLAS
Totally His by Erin Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Totally His (Opposites Attract) by Erin Nicholas
The lure of Erin Nicholas is that through the drama and heartbreak she never holds back on the realism. Using the defining moments in life such as falling in love, facing fears and learning about what makes us who we are, she stays true to life and allows hints of the childhood fairy tale to filter into adult happiness. Totally His takes on fear and self - doubt with the humor that is Ms. Nicholas' trademark and the emotion that every fan expects. Sophie makes neurotic sexy while Finn thrives on keeping readers guessing. With a flair for fun and a penchant for romance, this couple shoots for the stars and hits the bullseye.
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MISS FIX IT BY EMMA HART
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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One handywoman.
One single dad.
One set of twins.
And the wall isn’t the only thing being drilled…
I learned the hard way that being a handywoman isn’t easy. The questions, the stares—the assumption I’m the proud owner of a cock and balls. Not that it matters. I’ve proven over and over that I’m ready for anything the judgmental asses throw at me.
Except the hot, single dad of twins who just moved to town.
Brantley Cooper gets the shock of his life when I show up on his doorstep to fix up his kids’ new rooms. His son is confused why ‘the pretty lady has a drill,’ and his daughter has a new obsession—me.
On paper, my job is easy. Go in, do their bedrooms, and leave.
In theory, I’m spending eight hours a day with a guarded, sexy as hell guy, and I’m staying for dinner more often than I’m eating it alone, on my couch, with Friends re-runs.
I shouldn’t be staying for dinner. I shouldn’t be helping him out with the twins. I shouldn’t be falling in love with tiny toes and dimpled cheeks.
And I most definitely should not be kissing my client.
Oops…
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REVIEW: MISS FIX IT BY EMMA HART
Miss Fix-It by Emma Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Miss Fix It by Emma Hart
Emma Hart gives sexism the finger as she sets about breaking down stereotypes and inspiring women. Miss Fix It proves you don't have be male to wear the pants. Kali is a woman after my own heart. She speaks her mind, does what she wants and is not afraid to knock down any obstacle that stands in the way of her dreams. Her career is an important part of who she is and she is good at what she does. Brantley is blunt to a fault and alpha to a T, but he loves hard and doesn't shy away from difficult. The fact that he is a single dad adds to his appeal. Ms. Hart is quickly making her presence known as a force to be reckoned with. She's not afraid to tackle hot button topics with humor, heart and confidence.
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WRANGLERS CHALLENGE (WIND RIVER VALLEY) BY LINDSAY MCKENNA
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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The new novel from the bestselling author of Wind River Cowboy
Healing, like love, takes time . . .
For Noah Mabry, it's easier sometimes to relate to the dogs and horses he trains than to other people. Ever since his marriage became a casualty of the war in Afghanistan--torn apart by the PTSD he brought back with him--he prefers to be on his own. At the Bar C Ranch, where he works with a crew of fellow military vets, his gentle patience helps tame even the rowdiest mustang--but he's about to meet a woman who needs a healing touch he's not sure he can give.
Dair Wilson, a half-Comanche ex-Marine who lost a foot to an IED, has been hired on to assist Noah, but her deepest wounds aren't visible. Growing up in an abusive home, she learned not to trust men, even ones who seem nothing but kind. After a wild horse sends her sprawling, the attentive care she receives from the Bar C family--and especially from Noah--is enough to convince her she's found a place she can finally breathe easy. But one angry, damaged man poses a threat not only to Dair and Noah, but to everyone who's built a new home at the Bar C . . .
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REVIEW: WRANGLER'S CHALLENGE (WIND RIVER VALLEY) BY LINDSAY MCKENNA
Wrangler's Challenge by Lindsay McKenna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wrangler's Challenge (Wind River Valley) by Lindsay McKenna
With action packed tales and emotionally revealing characters, Lindsay McKenna has been bridging the gap between romance and suspense for years. Although she has a foot in both genres what appeals to me is the fact that she takes on high risks subjects that are realistic and far reaching. For me the appeal is that she uses her voice to make a difference in the world by spotlighting topics that are controversial but no less important. Subjects like rape, war and the after effects of the people who experience these. Wrangler's Challenge puts two such character's center stage as they struggle with the danger they've seen, the people they've lost and the demons that followed them home. Impactive reading that is both entertaining and informative.
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THE HIGHLANDER'S PRINCESS BRIDE (THE IMPROPER PRINCESSES) BY VANESSA KELLY
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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In Vanessa Kelly’s enchanting series, three young women descended from royalty overcome their scandalous beginnings to win the hearts of the ton’s most eligible men . . .
The illegitimate daughter of the Prince Regent might be expected to pursue various dubious professions. Actress, perhaps, or artist’s model. Even courtesan. Victoria Knight, however, has become a governess—a respectable choice, until she travels to Scotland to meet her new charges. The younger brothers of Nicholas Kendrick, Earl of Arnprior, aren’t children at all. They’re brawny, wild Highland men. As for the Earl, he’s handsome, guarded, and far too compelling . . . especially for a woman hiding a dark secret.
Nick needs a proper teacher to transform his unmarriageable brothers—and a sensible,
straight-laced wife for himself. Miss Knight seems to fit the bill on both counts. But he soon discovers there is more to Victoria than he thought. It’s not just her notorious origins, or the danger that’s followed her all the way to Scotland. It’s the fiery loyalty beneath that sedate façade. This, the real Victoria, is the woman Nick is starting to desire so desperately. And what an earl wants, he’ll use every seductive means to get . . .
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REVIEW: THE HIGHLANDER'S PRINCESS BRIDE (THE IMPROPER PRINCESSES) BY VANESSA KELLY
The Highlander's Princess Bride by Vanessa Kelly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There's something about a guy with an accent that makes him swoon worthy. Add in the brooding attitude, scandalous behavior and a wildfire in the making and you get a hotblooded romance that wickedly entertains. The Highlander's Princess Bride is a journey into the past where titles are key and illegitimacy is a curse. Victoria is a source of courage to women from any age. She doesn't let the burden of her birth or the opinions of others take away her strength of character. She always stays true to herself, even in the worst of times. Vanessa Kelly continues to create courageous characters that tempt the imagination as they claw their way into the soul.
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IAN (FARRADAY COUNTRY) BY CHRIS KENISTON
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Tuckers bluff isn’t done playing matchmaker for the Farradays. Welcome to Ian, book 9 in the Farraday Country series set in cattle-ranching west Texas, with all the friends, family and fun that fans have come to expect from USA TODAY Bestselling author Chris Keniston.
For Texas Ranger Ian Farraday, nothing beats catching bad guys, except family time in Tuckers Bluff. When fate steps in and brings him face-to-face with one curvy—and unforgettable—damsel in distress, all it takes is a stray puppy and a few missing cows to turn his ranch vacation upside down.
Attending a wedding isn't supposed to land Kelly Morgan in jail. Lucky for her, the Farraday men are always ready to save the day—especially one long, tall Texan. Too bad the embarrassing mishap turns out to be the least of her worries. After all, every woman needs a knight in shining armor once—or twice—in a lifetime.
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REVIEW: IAN (FARRADAY COUNTRY) BY CHRIS KENISTON
Ian by Chris Keniston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Farraday Country series provides a ray of sunshine in a world that is full of negativity. Each tale is another piece of the rainbow that builds hope. Ms. Keniston has created in the Farradays, a family that is a little bit broken, but forever linked in love and life. Someone, somewhere is looking out for them. With a little help from a furry guardian angel, they can conquer anything the world tosses their way. Ian is the man with the plan. A far too serious loner, that always has time for his family. When a flighty and unpredictable whirlwind blows into town, his staid existence becomes chaos. Will he survive the ride with his heart intact? Pleasure is synonymous with this sweet series.
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ADAM (7 BRIDES FOR 7 SOLDIERS) BY ROXANNE ST. CLAIRE
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Adam Tucker is a man on a mission. After failing to save a troubled teen from drowning, Adam traded being a Coast Guard rescue swimmer for the dream of starting a youth adventure camp in his hometown. Adam is willing to do whatever it takes to help other kids navigate the deep, dangerous waters of adulthood. He’s even bet his twin brother that he can finish the transformation of a boathouse into camp living quarters before the summer season puts their watersports business in full swing. But when the key to winning that bet turns out to be an interior designer who is as enigmatic as she is gorgeous, things get complicated for Adam.
With its soaring mountains and rushing river, Eagle’s Ridge is the perfect place for Jadyn McAllister to stay “off the grid” until things settle down in Miami. No one from her old life would expect her to hide out in a small town, working for cash and keeping her real name—Jane—a secret, but that’s exactly what the FBI told her to do. They also told her to trust absolutely no one, which isn’t a problem until she meets Adam. From the first moment, sparks fly and temperatures rise every time they're together. She’s determined to keep him in the dark and at arm’s length, but the more time they spend together, the more she longs to trust him and hold him close all night long.
With her aura of secrets and her tough façade hiding a vulnerable sweetness, Jadyn calls out to the rescuer in Adam. But he learned the hard way that total honesty is the only way to live and he senses Jadyn is lying to him. But she knows the truth could risk more than her heart – it could cost her life. As the whitewater of danger swirls around them, it will take more than a strong swimmer to save them both…it will take love.
Don’t miss any of the sexy soldiers of Eagle’s Ridge in the 7 Brides for 7 Soldiers multi-author series!
Ryder (#1) - Barbara Freethy
Adam (#2) - Roxanne St. Claire
Zane (#3) - Christie Ridgway
Wyatt (#4) - Lynn Raye Harris
Jack (#5) - Julia London
Noah (#6) - Cristin Harber
Ford (#7) - Samantha Chase
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REVIEW: ADAM (7 BRIDES FOR 7 SOLDIERS) BY ROXANNE ST. CLAIRE
Adam by Roxanne St. Claire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The complexity of the story defines the characters in it, while enticing any person who is lucky enough to read it. Adam is a man with the heart of a warrior but like every fighter he carries baggage that is suffocating the essence of who is as a man. Guilt is his constant companion and responsibility is his only escape. Until he meets a woman with secrets of her own and and allure that calls to the protector in his soul. Then he becomes the hero he was meant to be. Adam is a combination of what Ms. St. Clair does best. A suspenseful temptation that forges a haunting pathway to the soul. (4.5 stars)
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THE RIGHT KIND OF ROGUE (PLAYFUL BRIDES) BY VALERIE BOWMAN
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Can two star-crossed lovers come together―until death do they part?
Viscount Hart Highgate has decided to put his rakish ways behind him and finally get married. He may adore a good brandy or a high-speed carriage race, but he takes his duties as heir to the earldom seriously. Now all he has to do is find the right kind of woman to be his bride―ideally, one who’s also well-connected and well-funded. . .
Meg Timmons has loved Hart, the brother of her best friend, ever since she was an awkward, blushing schoolgirl. If only she had a large dowry―or anything to her name at all. Instead, she’s from a family that’s been locked in a bitter feud with Hart’s for years. And now she’s approaching her third London season, Meg’s chances with him are slim to none. Unless a surprise encounter on a deep, dark night could be enough to spark a rebellious romance. . .for all time?
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REVIEW: THE RIGHT KIND OF ROGUE (PLAYFUL BRIDES) BY VALERIE BOWMAN
The Right Kind of Rogue by Valerie Bowman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Right Kind of Rogue (Playful Brides) by Valerie Bowman
Love, lust and pixie dust is a pipe dream when the keeper of your heart is the enemy of your family. The Right Kind of Rogue is a tale of two hearts seeking to become one, in the face of chaos and adversity. For Meg, Hart is her fate. For Hart, Meg is a dangerous temptation. Caught in the middle of raging feud and a blistering inferno of their own making, can a love written in the stars survive the aftermath? It's like walking through a fairy tale and finding a great piece of literature.
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SUGARPLUM WAY (HARMONY HARBOR) BY DEBBIE MASON
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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"Heartfelt and delightful!" -RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author
Romance writer Julia Landon knows how to write a happily-ever-after. Creating one for herself is a whole different story. But after a surprising--and surprisingly passionate--kiss under the mistletoe at Harmony Harbor's holiday party last year, Julia thought she might have finally found her very own chance at true love. Until she learns her Mr. Tall, Dark, and Broodingly Handsome has sworn off relationships. Well, if she can't have him in real life, Julia knows just how to get the next best thing....
Aidan's only priority is to be the best single dad ever. And this year, he plans to make the holidays magical for his little girl, Ella Rose. But visions of stolen kisses under the mistletoe keep dancing in his head, and when he finds out Julia has written him into her latest novel, he can't help imagining the possibilities of a future together. Little does he know, though, Julia has been keeping a secret that threatens all their dreams. Luckily, 'tis the season for a little Christmas magic.
The Harmony Harbor series:
Mistletoe Cottage
Christmas with an Angel (short story)
Starlight Bridge
Primrose Lane
Sugarplum Way
Driftwood Cove
Sandpiper Shore
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REVIEW: SUGARPLUM WAY (HARMONY HARBOR) BY DEBBIE MASON
Sugarplum Way by Debbie Mason
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sugarplum Way (Harmony Harbor) by Debbie Mason
Sugarplum Way is all about the three H's: heart, humor and hope. Ms. Mason gets in touch with her lighter side this holiday season. With a little more laughter and not as many tears, she makes the heart rejoice and delights the inner romantic with an irresistible comedy that continues to give long after the last page is devoured. Endearing characters, a hint of drama and tempting secrets serve as the backdrop for a deliciously sentimental carol of the heart.
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A DARING ARRANGEMENT (THE FOUR HUNDRED) BY JOANNA SHUPE
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Set in New York City’s Gilded Age, Joanna Shupe’s Avon debut introduces an English beauty with a wicked scheme to win the man she loves—and the American scoundrel who ruins her best laid plans…
Lady Honora Parker must get engaged as soon as possible, and only a particular type of man will do. Nora seeks a mate so abhorrent, so completely unacceptable, that her father will reject the match—leaving her free to marry the artist she desires. Who then is the most appalling man in Manhattan? The wealthy, devilishly handsome financier, Julius Hatcher, of course….
Julius is intrigued by Nora’s ruse and decides to play along. But to Nora’s horror, Julius transforms himself into the perfect fiancé, charming the very people she hoped he would offend. It seems Julius has a secret plan all his own—one that will solve a dark mystery from his past, and perhaps turn him into the kind of man Nora could truly love.
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REVIEW: A DARING ARRANGEMENT (THE FOUR HUNDRED) BY JOANNA SHUPE
A Daring Arrangement by Joanna Shupe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A Daring Arrangement (The Four Hundred) by Joanna Shupe
Ms. Shupe never fails to fascinate. Her stories are full of contradictions but are a charming display of what it means to be human. Flawed, real and alluringly sensual, within her stories she speaks of courageous women with hot tempers and enduring dreams and strong men with wicked appeal and emotions that run deep. A Daring Arrangement seduces with danger and quenches the need for a little romance as well. Julius and Nora are impetuous, obnoxious and dare I say clueless when it comes to love and life. They have much to learn about many things, including themselves and the heart is the perfect teacher to show them the way.
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LOVE IN DUBLIN (THE MCKINNON BROTHERS) BY JENNIFER GRACEN
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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Single father Colin McKinnon has roots and obligations that have kept him firmly in Dublin his entire life. He once planned to explore the world, but he was bound by duty and gave up on his dreams long ago. When he meets free-spirited American travel writer Maggie in a pub, he’s intrigued. She could help him get a taste of what he lost, rattle the chains of his self-imposed isolation. Instantly drawn to her light, beauty, and sense of adventure, Colin can’t stay away.
Maggie Spencer doesn’t just crave the open road, she needs it to survive. After a harrowing accident and life-changing loss, she rebuilt her life by exploring new places on her own. When she accepts a temporary job writing about day tours in Ireland, she falls in love with Dublin and the man she teaches to explore it. Through their daily adventures, they learn opposites do more than just attract—they can also help each other heal.
But can a man with deep roots keep a woman with wings by his side?
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REVIEW: LOVE IN DUBLIN (THE MCKINNON BROTHERS) BY JENNIFER GRACEN
Love in Dublin by Jennifer Gracen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ms. Gracen picked one of the most eerily beautiful places in the world for the setting of a haunting tale of love, loss and new beginnings. No backdrop could have been more perfect. Standing amid the ghosts of heartbreaks past and hopes restored, Colin and Maggie set about rebuilding their lives. Maggie is a drifter. Haunted by loss, her way of coping is to roam. Her adventurous spirit, has never steered her wrong, until she discovers the beauty of Ireland and ends up losing more than she bargained for. Colin gave up on his dreams in order to face his future, will fate bring his world full circle and give him the adventure, he never thought he'd have? The characters are more mature, but the issues are no less realistic and the romance borders on ecstasy.
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THE TEXAN DUKE BY KAREN RANNEY
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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New York Times bestselling author Karen Ranney’s third book in her Duke series spins the tale of a reluctant duke who must choose between his life in America—and the Scottish woman he’s destined to love…
As the ward to the late Duke of Lothian, Elsbeth Carew resides at the ancestral estate of Bealadair. Fiercely attached to the manor, she loves it more than anyone else. When Connor McCraight—the new Duke of Lothian—arrives, Elsbeth does not quite know what to make of the American who has inherited the title but has never even set foot on Scottish soil. The tall, ruggedly handsome Texan sweeps through Bealadair with an air of authority Elsbeth has never encountered.
Connor has no intention of making Scotland his home and hopes to sell the estate as soon as possible. But his plan is jeopardized when he meets Elsbeth. A sweet, gray-eyed beauty, she tempts him in ways no other woman has. As word spreads of Connor’s intention to sell Bealadair, his life is threatened—and the only woman who can save him may be the one he has hopelessly lost his heart to.
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REVIEW: THE TEXAN DUKE BY KAREN RANNEY
The Texan Duke by Karen Ranney
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The Texan Duke by Karen Ranney
The mass of emotions illicited by The Texan Duke is breathtaking. With a steady hand and a vivid imagination Ms. Ranney turns chaos into serenity. The tawdry tale of lust, intrigue, dangerous liaisons and emotional upheaval can turn on a dime. Connor and Elsbeth are thrust into a world where nothing is what it seems. As the tension loosens and the links in the chain are exposed, a sweetheart of a romance takes hold and stakes a claim on the most priceless of treasures. A reader's heart. (3.5 stars)
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THE SCOT'S BRIDE (THE MACGREGORS: HIGHLAND HEIRS) BY PAULA QUINN
Release Date: October 31, 2017
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AN IRRESISTIBLE SCOUNDREL
Highlander Patrick MacGregor likes his life just the way it is. Fighting for his coin, enjoying a woman's charms, and bearing no responsibility at all. Aye, that's the life for him. That is, until Patrick sees her-a raven-haired beauty with eyes as dark as midnight. Patrick swore never to fall in love. Not even with a lass as wild as he...especially when she's from a rival clan.
AN UNDENIABLE DESIRE
Charlotte Cunningham knows Patrick is trouble the moment she sets eyes on him. Her only goal is to escape the possibility of marriage. Any marriage. But as the summer days turn into sultry nights, enticing her beyond reason, Charlie is forced to choose between the freedom she craves and the reckless rogue she can't forget.
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REVIEW: THE SCOT'S BRIDE (THE MACGREGORS: HIGHLAND HEIRS) BY PAULA QUINN
The Scot's Bride by Paula Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A thrill seeking adventure of lust, love and rivalries. Paula Quinn is continuing the tradition of authors like Johanna Lindsey, Judith McNaught, Karen Hawkins and so many others. With roguish warriors and spirited heroines, Ms. Quinn sets about laying siege to more than just the heart. She infiltrates the imagination. The Scot's Bride is a welcome edition to any romance lover's bookshelf.
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WILDE IN LOVE (THE WILDES OF LINDOW CASTLE) BY ELOISA JAMES
Release Date: October 31, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Lord Alaric Wilde, son of the Duke of Lindow, is the most celebrated man in England, revered for his dangerous adventures and rakish good looks. Arriving home from years abroad, he has no idea of his own celebrity until his boat is met by mobs of screaming ladies. Alaric escapes to his father’s castle, but just as he grasps that he’s not only famous but notorious, he encounters the very private, very witty, Miss Willa Ffynche.
Willa presents the façade of a serene young lady to the world. Her love of books and bawdy jokes is purely for the delight of her intimate friends. She wants nothing to do with a man whose private life is splashed over every newspaper.
Alaric has never met a woman he wanted for his own . . . until he meets Willa. He’s never lost a battle.
But a spirited woman like Willa isn’t going to make it easy. . . .
The first book in Eloisa James’s dazzling new series set in the Georgian period glows with her trademark wit and sexy charm—and introduces a large, eccentric family. Readers will love the Wildes of Lindow Castle!
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REVIEW: WILDE IN LOVE (THE WILDES OF LINDOW CASTLE) BY ELOISA JAMES
Wilde in Love: The Wildes of Lindow Castle by Eloisa James
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wilde In Love (The Wildes of Lindow Castle) by Eloisa James
Readers who expect the unexpected, won't be disappointed. Wilde In Love wears it's heart on it's sleeve. The dashingly roguish adventurer enamored of the spirited spinster is an odd pairing. However, Willa is one surprise after another. She speaks her mind, she knows her heart and she has a tendency to be judgmental. What's that saying? Be careful of the quiet ones, because they're anything but. That characterizes Willa. Honestly, both Willa and Alaric take some getting used to. They can annoy as easily as they can charm, but the hints of humor that break through the stuffy moments are just what the doctor ordered.
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A STOCKING FULL OF JOY by HANNAH HOWELL
Release Date: October 31, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Join award-winning author Hannah Howell as she gives readers a double dose of romance for the holidays with two feisty, flame-haired cousins, a dangerous cross country chase, and two rough and rugged men who find love with the irrepressible, impossible Kenney women. . . .
A HEARTFUL OF WISHES
Deidre Kenney made a deathbed promise to her father—shot in cold blood by two gunmen looking for land deeds he was hired to deliver to Paradise, Montana. Deidre and her cousin Maura vow to finish the dangerous job, each woman taking a different route west. What Deidre didn’t count on was a bodyguard—but that’s what she gets in Patrick Callahan. With his broad shoulders, steady gun, and a crooked grin that’s stirring secret desires—and one very special Christmas wish—Deidre knows the real danger ahead lies in the uncharted territory of her own heart.
A HANDFUL OF HEAVEN
Maura Kenney hopes her cousin is having better luck making her way to Paradise. The tiny blue- eyed spitfire is too busy fending off drunken oafs and serious gunmen to have a lot of faith in her own success. But luck is on her side: his name is Mitch Callahan and he takes one look at lovely Maura and knows Christmas has come early. But convincing a prim-and-proper miss that a tough, tender-hearted rancher is the only man for her promises to be about as hard as keeping them both alive to share this very special Christmas together . . .
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REVIEW: A STOCKING FULL OF JOY by HANNAH HOWELL
A Stockingful Of Joy by Hannah Howell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A Stockingful of Joy by Hannah Howell
A Hannah Howell novel is a quest into the unknown. It took me a little while, but I finally understand the magic that resides within her tales. Ms. Howell gives the fantasy long forgotten and the fairy tale not easily found. Like a fine wine or a flavorful food, her stories are meant to be savored. That is the only way to feel the full impact of her talent.
Imagination and heart are her most powerful weapons as she sets out to stake a lasting claim on the romantic at heart. A Stockingful of Joy is a different kind of holiday read. Two strong women set about keeping a promise, as they risk their lives and hearts along the way. Get ready for an adventure of breathless proportions.
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YOUR ONE TRUE LOVE (THE BENNETT FAMILY) BY LAYLA HAGEN
Release Date: November 1, 2017
SYNOPSIS
She’s the one who got away.
This time, he refuses to let her slip through his fingers.
Daniel Bennett has no regrets, except one: letting go of the woman he loved years ago. He wouldn’t admit it out loud, but he’s been pining for Caroline ever since. But his meddling family can read him like an open book. So when his sisters kick up their matchmaking shenangians, Daniel decides to play right along. After all, he built his booming adventure business by making the most out of every opportunity. And he has no intention of missing out on opportunity to be near Caroline.
Determined to keep her heart in check, Caroline Dunne knows better than to fall for Daniel’s charms again--even though the man is a walking temptation. Everything from his sexy smile to his charming banter makes her toes curl and her heart throb. Even with their lives going in separate directions, neither can ignore the magnetic pull between them, or deny their connection. But will they find the second chance they've both wanted all along?
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REVIEW: YOUR ONE TRUE LOVE (THE BENNETT FAMILY) BY LAYLA HAGEN
Your One True Love by Layla Hagen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Friendship brought them together. Youth tore them apart. Can distance and time allow them a second chance to get it right? Daniel and Caroline were the definition of young love. Immature, head over heels and heading toward heartache. The first heartbreak was a memory that stuck. Years later and a tad wiser, fate brings them back together, but will the pain of the past and the secrets of the present be the death nail for their happily ever after? There's a sadness to this romance, more than any of the others. An unbearable underlying pain that is constantly dogging Caroline and Daniel as they struggle to begin a new chapter of their lives. Your One True Love is the beginning of a dream interrupted and a hope fulfilled. Hope, healing and new beginnings converge on an emotional roller coaster ride.
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BEDDING THE BABY DADDY (BEDDING THE BACHELORS) BY VIRNA DEPAUL
Release Date: November 1, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Wealthy Dante Callaghan certainly earned his reputation as a playboy, but now that he’s caring for his younger sister, he’s happily exchanged night clubs and one-night-stands for Disney movies and play dates. Moreover, for the first time in his life, he’s interested in committing to one special woman. Unfortunately, Aurora LeMonde doesn’t want anything to do with him.
Despite her undeniable attraction to Dante, Aurora’s convinced her happily ever after depends on a different man. When she’s proven wrong, Aurora’s not strong enough to turn down the comfort of Dante’s arms. Only once Dante touches her, Dante’s all she can think of, and soon she realizes he’s the only man to ever truly touch her heart.
When Aurora discovers she’s pregnant with Dante’s baby, will she trust that her child’s father is also the man of her dreams? And will Dante stop settling for a piece of Aurora and finally claim all of her, body and soul?
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REVIEW: BEDDING THE BABY DADDY (BEDDING THE BACHELORS) BY VIRNA DEPAUL
Bedding The Baby Daddy by Virna DePaul
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Bedding the Baby Daddy (Bedding the Bachelor) by Virna DePaul
Never judge a book by it's cover, unless you have all the facts. Virna DePaul has a flair for shockingly, humorous entertainment. Bedding the Baby Daddy specializes in scandal, but stays true to life. Emotions run deep, hormones run hot and life does not turn out like a movie. Mistakes are made, hearts are broken, lessons are learned and then we begin again.
Aurora and Dante are first hand learners in the surprises of life department. A night of passion forces tough choices and opens eyes to a host of possibilities. A thought provoking batch of wisdom is always waiting to be discovered in the most unexpected of places. Like a sassy, sexy, smartly written romance, perhaps. Just read between the lines.
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