A WINTER WEDDING (WHISKEY CREEK #9) BY BRENDA NOVAK
SYNOPSIS
One Christmas can change your life...
Kyle Houseman believes he'll never find anyone he could love as much as Olivia Arnold, who's now married to his stepbrother. Not only did he lose her, he's been through one divorce and has no desire to go through another. He's determined to be extra careful about the next woman he gets involved with—which is why he fights his attraction to the beautiful stranger who rents his farmhouse for the Christmas holiday.
Lourdes Bennett is a country music artist. She's only planning to stay in Whiskey Creek long enough to write the songs for her next album—the album that's going to put her back on top. Her dreams don't include settling in a town even smaller than the one she escaped. But as she comes to know Kyle, she begins to wonder if she'd be making a terrible mistake to leave him behind.
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: A WINTER WEDDING (WHISKEY CREEK #9) BY BRENDA NOVAK
A Winter Wedding by Brenda Novak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Brenda Novak has a way of telling a story. Small town life, emotional reads and exceptional characters. It's no surprise that A Winter Wedding is a well written read.
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CHRISTMAS ON CANDY CANE LANE (LIFE IN ICICLE FALLS #8)
BY SHEILA ROBERTS
SYNOPSIS
Icicle Falls is the place to be at Christmas…
Everyone's getting ready for Christmas in Icicle Falls, especially on Candy Cane Lane, where holiday decorating is taken very seriously. Tilda Morrison, town cop, is looking forward to celebrating Christmas in her first house… until she discovers that she's expected to "keep up" with the neighbors, including Maddy Donaldson, the inspiration behind the whole extravaganza. But this year, someone's destroying Maddie's precious candy canes! Thank goodness for the cop in their neighborhood.
Tilda already has her hands full trying to sort out her love life and fix up her fixer-upper. Oh, and won't it be fun to have the family over for Christmas dinner? Not really… Then there's her neighbor, Ivy Bohn. As a newly single mom, Ivy can sum up the holiday in two words: Bah, humbug. But she's determined to give her kids a perfect Christmas.
Despite family disasters, irritating ex-husbands and kitchen catastrophes, these three women are going to find out that Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year!
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS ON CANDY CANE LANE (LIFE IN ICICLE FALLS #8)
BY SHEILA ROBERTS
Christmas on Candy Cane Lane by Sheila Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is mischief afoot on Candy Cane Lane. The holiday has made it's way to this magical town again. Sheila Roberts put her best foot forward with Christmas on Candy Cane Lane. The characters are charming and the setting is picturesque. There is something for every lover of books. Tilda is thrust into a world of family and traditions while working to sort out her love life. There is romance, drama and amusement in every chapter. I received an ARC of Christmas on Candy Cane Lane in exchange for an honest review. This story embodies the wonder of the holiday season.
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SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN' (OUTBACK HEAT #3)
BY AMY ANDREWS
Release Date: October 27, 2015
SYNOPSIS
Paramedic Marcus Weston is losing it. The loveable larrikin of Jumbuck Springs is battling PTSD after a horrific incident during recent bushfires. He thought he had a handle on it but not even boozing, partying and wild women are helping this Casanova get outside his head anymore.
Psychologist Juanita Slattery is looking for a sexy distraction. The long, tall stranger in a pair of Wranglers with his big old flirty smile and rugged country looks is just the ticket. And he doesn’t disappoint as they burn up the sheets together in an unforgettable one night stand.
Fast forward a few days and they come face-to-face again. But this time Juanita is in Jumbuck Springs as part of the post-fire counselling team and Marcus is sitting on the other side of her desk. He just wants to get back to work. She knows he needs help. Professional boundaries dictate that they keep their distance, but intense physical attraction rarely follows reason…
REVIEW: SOME GUYS NEED A LOT OF LOVIN' (OUTBACK HEAT #3)
BY AMY ANDREWS
Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin' by Amy Andrews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
It was clear from the start that Marcus and Juanita had a deep connection. In Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin', Amy Andrews tackles emotional subjects. Marcus is dealing with the traumatic aftermath of a horribly heartbreaking experience. Juanita is looking for a way to escape the stresses brought on by her job. A chance encounter leads to something more until the outside world intrudes. Some Guys Need a Lot of Lovin' is a story that has an uplifting message. I experienced a ton of emotions but Marcus made it all worthwhile. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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HOPE SPRINGS ON MAIN STREET (BRIAR CREEK #3)
BY OLIVIA MILES
Release Date: October 27, 2015
SYNOPSIS
Sometimes love is where you least expect it . . .
What do you do when your cheating husband proposes to the "other woman"? For Jane Madison, it means you keep calm, carry on, and sneak candy bars and wine for dinner. Jane's grateful for her adorable little girl, yet she yearns for the love that was missing from her marriage. Only one man ever really "got" Jane-and she's stunned when he returns to Briar Creek. But a single mom can't date her ex's best friend . . . can she?
Jane's still kind, beautiful-and far too good for the buddy Henry Birch tried to stop her from marrying years ago. Laying eyes on her now is like a much-needed ray of sunshine. Back in town to sell his family's old house, Henry wants to close a bad chapter in his life and move on. But time with Jane and her sweet daughter has him flirting with the idea of happily ever after-if he can convince her to take a second chance on love . .
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REVIEW: HOPE SPRINGS ON MAIN STREET (BRIAR CREEK #3)
BY OLIVIA MILES
Hope Springs on Main Street by Olivia Miles
My rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
I am a strong believer in strength of character. No individual knows how they will handle a situation until they have to face it head on. Jane is my hero. She dealt with a major JA for years and then was tossed aside like trash. This is a woman that had the rug pulled from under her yet she handled it with grace and strength. She learned from her past mistakes and with the help of an old friend may find a new chance at love. Hope Springs on Main Street is a story that is not always sunny but just like Jane leaves you feeling stronger for reading it. This is my first read by Olivia Miles and I am so grateful to have discovered her work. Received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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EVERY LITTLE KISS (WHITE PINE #3) BY KIM AMOS
SYNOPSIS
TURN ON THE CHARM
Eternal good girl Casey Tanner moved to White Pine for a fresh start. Her mission: to finally have fun. And a fling with a reckless bad boy is the very first item on the to-do list she pretended not to make. After one long, lingering look at a sexy firefighter, Casey has found her man.
...AND TURN UP THE HEAT
Getting women into his bed has never been a problem for Abe Cameron. Letting one into his heart is an entirely different matter. But just one kiss, just one touch, just one smile from beautiful Casey has this lifelong bachelor flirting with the idea of forever. And Casey's refusal to settle down only makes Abe more determined than ever to win her heart. Now the one woman who can't be caught is the only one Abe can't live without...
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: EVERY LITTLE KISS (WHITE PINE #3) BY KIM AMOS
Every Little Kiss by Kim Amos
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Every Little Kiss by Kim Amos is a fun, light and sexy read. A woman searching for a good time. A playboy that wants to show her one. Casey came across a running away from her responsibilities. Abe was the good time guy. Always ready to have fun. What I found really amazing is by the end of the story the playboy wanted stability and the usually responsible Casey wanted anything but to be tied down. With identifiable characters Kim Amos created a read that is unforgettable.
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SOMETHING LIKE LOVE (HEART OF THE ROCKIES #2)
BY SARA RICHARDSON
SYNOPSIS
IT'S GONNA BE A WILD RIDE
Ben Noble needs to do some damage control. Fast. His heart has always been in ranching, but there's no escaping the spotlight on his high-powered political family. Now the only thing that can restore his reputation is a getaway to the fresh air of Aspen, Colorado. Not to mention that the trip gives Ben a second chance to impress a certain gorgeous mountain guide. But Paige Harper is nothing like the shy girl he remembers . . . she's so much more.
Paige is serious about Ben, too: seriously annoyed that the playboy cowboy is usingher mountain for his PR. Once upon a time, she fell for Ben's aw-shucks charm, but the fairy tale didn't end happily. Paige doesn't intend to let down her guard again. But keeping their relationship all business and no pleasure may be harder than she thinks-especially if the moonlight, the Rockies, and a certain irresistible rancher have anything to say about it...
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: SOMETHING LIKE LOVE (HEART OF THE ROCKIES #2)
BY SARA RICHARDSON
Something Like Love by Sara Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have not had the pleasure of reading the previous book in this series. If I had maybe I would have learned more about the history of Ben and Paige's relationship. I enjoyed them as a couple. There was more going on underneath Paige's resistance. Paige is scared to open herself up to more hurt. Her relationships whether romantic or familial have consisted of her being labeled a disappointment and I believe she has taken those words to heart. In her mind she can't disappoint anyone else if she pushes them away. Ben would not have been my choice of her rescuer but he ended up surprising me. Something Like Love takes a look at the fragility of the heart and the power love has to mend it. I am going to read book one as soon as I can.
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WHAT HAPPENS UNDER THE MISTLETOE BY Sabrina Jeffries, Karen Hawkins,Candace Camp, Meredith Duran
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New York Times bestselling authors Sabrina Jeffries, Karen Hawkins, and Candace Camp, and USA TODAY bestselling author Meredith Duran come together for a sizzling historical romance holiday anthology.
Stunned by the heat of an unexpected kiss on a cold winter’s eve, two strangers from vastly different worlds turn hotheaded principles into burning passion in Sabrina Jeffries’s delightful yuletide story, The Heiress and the Hothead. In the snowy Scottish countryside, Karen Hawkins’s rakish duke has an unforgettable holiday encounter in Twelve Kisses when the alluring lady he surprises under the mistletoe is not who he expected, but a long-lost love with a score to settle. In By Any Other Name, Edinburgh is aglitter for Christmastime as Candace Camp sends a curious gentleman in hot pursuit of an intriguing lady in disguise—one who refuses to reveal her true identity, though she fears he has already stolen her heart with his kiss. In Sweet Ruin, will the festive spirit of the season sweep Meredith Duran’s feisty heroine beneath the mistletoe—and back into the arms of the dashing rogue whose carelessness soiled her reputation and sent her into exile in London?
In this all-new story collection sparkling with sexy charm and heartwarming wit, four beloved bestselling authors reveal the mix-ups and make-ups, the missed chances and golden opportunities that come but once a year.
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: WHAT HAPPENS UNDER THE MISTLETOE BY Sabrina Jeffries, Karen Hawkins, Candace Camp, Meredith Duran
What Happens Under the Mistletoe by Sabrina Jeffries
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the moment I found out about What Happens Under the Mistletoe I knew I had to have this book. Containing some of the most prolific voices in historical fiction and regency romance makes this read a serious plus. A celebration of love, life and the magical blessings the season brings. On a cold night, What Happens Under the Mistletoe will take the chill away. I received an ARC of this story in exchange for an honest review.
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DISTILLER'S CHOICE(THE BOURBON SPRINGS #4)
BY JENNIFER BRAMSETH
SYNOPSIS
Welcome to the Land of Bourbon and Bluegrass…welcome to Bourbon Springs, Kentucky…
CiCi Summers, the Craig Circuit Court Clerk, knows all and sees all when it comes to Bourbon Springs gossip. She doesn’t fancy herself becoming a news item on the local grapevine but finds it hard to resist the new master distiller at Old Garnet.
Walker Cain is handsome, polite, professional and a little nerdy. But he’s also divorced, and even though he claims it was amicable and no kids were involved, CiCi has a rule: she doesn’t date divorced guys, due to her own painful history stretching back to her childhood.
But CiCi can’t resist Walker’s sweetly nerdly charms as well as his more sensual skills when it comes to what happens in the bedroom. Yet their relationship is tested when none other than Walker’s ex-wife is hired by Old Garnet as the distillery’s new heritage director, a newly-created position to help the distillery achieve National Historic Landmark status and promote the business.
Walker knows it is completely over with his ex-wife. What she did destroyed his trust and their marriage. But how can he convince CiCi he’s made his choice—and that it’s her?
Distiller’s Choice is the fourth book in the Bourbon Springs Series, a nine-book series of smooth, sensual, sexy, slow-burn contemporary romances set amidst the lush and rolling Land of Bourbon and Bluegrass of central Kentucky.
Release Date: October 27, 2015
REVIEW: DISTILLER'S CHOICE(THE BOURBON SPRINGS #4)
BY JENNIFER BRAMSETH
Distiller's Choice by Jennifer Bramseth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Have been following this series from the very first book. I love how Ms. Bramseth takes small town living and blends it with big city problems. The characters are dealing with issues that can be faced anywhere just on a smaller scale. The thing I enjoy most about The Bourbon Springs collection is that Jennifer Bramseth writes it in a way that allows the reader to pick up right where the previous story left out. Yes, the stories center around the making and selling of liquor but at the heart of the story are characters that have lived through heartbreak, love and tragedy. That depth is what makes these books so great. Distiller's Choice is the latest in a captivating series. Received an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
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I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS BY LORI WILDE
Release Date: October 27, 2015
SYNOPSIS
Christmas in Twilight, Texas, is all merriment and mistletoe. The Cookie Club is whipping up their most festive sweets, the townspeople are scrambling to get their holiday shopping done, and Joe—a hometown guy with a restless heart—is dreaming about the woman he wants to kiss most . . .
. . . And who happens to be staying at his sister's place over the holidays, while Joe's sister is away. But Joe isn't quite sure he wants to be a living Christmas present to runaway law student Gabi Preston.
Joe thinks the sassy sweetheart he nicknames "Trouble" won't inconvenience anything but his healthy sex drive. But when he discovers the reasons Gabi escaped from her life, he aches to give her everything she's never had. As the magic of the season draws them together, the gift of love is the only one worth giving…
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REVIEW: I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS BY LORI WILDE
I'll Be Home for Christmas by Lori Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I'll Be Home for Christmas made me feel sentimental. Lori Wilde has a way of bringing her readers into the story. Although emotions play a large part in her stories, each read has it's own personal message. The message of this read is family is important but love is key to happiness and stability. I'll Be Home for Christmas is an ideal edition to Ms. Wilde's Twilight series.
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A TASTE OF SAKE (THE NAPA WINE HEIRESSES #4)
BY HEATHER HEYFORD
SYNOPSIS
As author Heather Heyford pours a final glass in her series following three Napa wine heiresses, a newcomer must work her way into a tightly-knit family whose bond has been fermenting for years…
Though they each have their own ambitions and are known to be competitive—even with each other—the St. Pierre sisters are fiercely loyal. Chardonnay and Merlot are thrilled about Sauvignon’s wedding day, and it’s slated to be the soirée of the decade among Napa’s most elite residents. Given the family’s notoriety, it almost stands to reason that their eccentric father, Xavier, would arrive by helicopter. But no one could have anticipated the wedding surprise he’d brought along with him…
The product of one of Xavier’s many affairs, Sake is introduced as the half-Japanese sister the St. Pierre girls never knew they had. She struggles to break into clique-ish Napa society—and getting in with her sisters is proving more difficult than nabbing a ’74 Cabernet. It seems only high-end realtor Bill Diamond can tell there’s more to Sake than meets the eye. Afraid of repeating her mother’s mistakes, Sake just hopes that getting drunk on love won’t leave her with a hangover of rejection…
Release Date: October 27, 2015
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REVIEW: A TASTE OF SAKE (THE NAPA WINE HEIRESSES #4)
BY HEATHER HEYFORD
A Taste of Sake by Heather Heyford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sake was a very memorable character. A product of a sordid affair she carries the heritage of two cultures on her shoulders. This young woman endures so much hurt and shame in her life she struggles with her true identity. This proves even more difficult when she is thrusts into the public eye as the secret love child of a wealthy vineyard owner. In order to find her future, she has to face her past. What I like most about this story is that nothing came easy for Sake she has had to fight for everything but doing so has given her a deep appreciation for others and helped her to become the strong woman who learns to face her fears. I received an ARC of A Taste of Sake by Heather Heyford in exchange for an honest review. A romance that proves deeper than a love story it is also a story about a woman learning how to love herself and accept all that makes her unique.
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SCANDAL TAKES THE STAGE (THE WICKED QUILLS OF LONDON #2)
BY EVA LEIGH
Release Date: October 27, 2015
SYNOPSIS
Together they may create a scandal worthy of the stage, but can their love last after the final curtain falls…?
Successful playwright Maggie Delamere has no interest in the flirtations of noblemen like Cameron, Viscount Marwood. She once paid dearly for a moment of weakness…and vows to rebuff the wildly persistent—and irritatingly handsome—scoundrel at every turn. But when pressure to deliver a new play hampers her creativity, an invitation to use his country estate as a writer’s retreat is too tempting to resist....
For years, Cam has admired Maggie’s brilliant work and he can’t pass up the opportunity to discover if the beautiful, mysterious playwright is as passionate and clever as the words that flow from her quill. He’s never offered a lady his bed without being in it, but if it means loosening Maggie’s pen—and her inhibitions—he’ll do exactly that.
But soon Cam’s plans for seduction become a fight for Maggie’s heart. He’s more than the scandalous, carefree rake society believes him to be…and she’s the only woman who has ever noticed.
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REVIEW: SCANDAL TAKES THE STAGE (THE WICKED QUILLS OF LONDON #2)
BY EVA LEIGH
Scandal Takes the Stage by Eva Leigh
My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
I am really enjoying reading stories where the female characters are just as central to the canvas as the male ones. Within Scandal Takes the Stage, Eva Leigh constructed a character that is focused, brave and heroic. I don't want to give away the story. What I will say is that being true to the heart is what I took away from this. The value of following your dreams can be rewarding.
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