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TOO HARD TO FORGET (ROMANCING THE CLARKSONS) BY TESSA BAILEY
Release Date: April 25, 2017
SYNOPSIS
The third book in New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey's Romancing the Clarksons series about four siblings on a cross-country road trip, perfect for fans of Gena Showalter and Julie James!
This time, she's calling the shots.
Peggy Clarkson is returning to her alma mater with one goal in mind: confront Elliott Brooks, the man who ruined her for all others, and remind him of what he's been missing. Even after three years, seeing him again is like a punch in the gut, but Peggy's determined to stick to her plan. Maybe then, once she has the upper hand, she'll finally be able to move on.
In the years since Peggy left Cincinnati, Elliott has kept his focus on football. No distractions and no complications. But when Peggy walks back onto his practice field and into his life, he knows she could unravel everything in his carefully controlled world. Because the girl who was hard to forget is now a woman impossible to resist.
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REVIEW: TOO HARD TO FORGET (ROMANCING THE CLARKSONS) BY TESSA BAILEY
Too Hard to Forget by Tessa BaileyMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Those Clarksons are a powder keg of personality. It's hard to resist falling for these lost and lonely souls, but sometimes it's hard to decide whether to be tempted by their antics, feel sorry for their pain or lean toward giving them a stern talking to. Either way, Ms. Bailey sets the bookshelves on fire with ever Clarkson novel and Too Hard to Forget is no exception. Elliot and Peggy electrify the senses with their dramatic past. He broke her heart. What better payback than to blow his mind? Too Hard to Forget makes sure a good time will be had by all. Never has a reunion been so much fun and revenge so sexy.
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Release Date: April 25, 2017
SYNOPSIS
Brotherhood. Club. Family.
They live and ride by their own rules.
These are the Raven Riders...
Maverick Rylan won’t apologize for who he is—the Raven Riders Motorcycle Club Vice-President, a sought-after custom bike builder, and a man dedicated to protecting those he loves. So when he learns that the only woman who has ever held his heart is in trouble, he’ll move heaven and earth to save her.
Alexa Harmon thought she had it all—the security of a good job, a beautiful home, and a powerful, charming fiancé who offered the life she never had growing up. But when her dream quickly turns into a nightmare, Alexa realizes she’s fallen for a façade she can’t escape—until sexy, dangerous Maverick offers her a way out.
Forced together to keep Alexa safe, their powerful attraction reignites and Maverick determines to do whatever it takes to earn a second chance—one Alexa is tempted to give. But her ex-fiancé isn’t going to let her go without a fight, one that will threaten everything they both hold dear.
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REVIEW: RIDE ROUGH (RAVEN RIDERS) BY LAURA KAYE
Ride Rough by Laura KayeMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Love, Honor and Protect. Maverick lives his life by those three words. The blood that flows through his veins may not be blue blood but is laced with a steel that makes him a dangerous enemy. He's a man of few words and boundaries but he gives his all to everything he does. No one can write a bad boy quite like Ms. Kaye. You want to hate him, but can't help but love him. He may not be the standard do-gooder but he loves as hard as he fights. Alexa is a weakness, he can't shake and that sets him on a course for the biggest risk of all. Ride Rough gets under the skin and leaves a mark on the heart. A dirty, sexy, thrill.
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SEIZED BY SEDUCTION (THE PROTECTORS) BY BRENDA JACKSON
Release Date: April 25, 2017
SYNOPSIS
One glance is all it takes
From the moment his eyes meet hers across the crime-scene tape, ex-con turned bodyguard Quasar Patterson knows he has to see the mysterious Dr. Randi Fuller again. She's a renowned psychic investigator who can foresee danger for others, but not for herself. That makes Quasar doubly determined to watch over her the closer, the better as she's drawn into a dangerous gang rivalry.
Both her psychic gift and their blinding chemistry tell Randi that she and Quasar are fated to be entwined. Even as they surrender to the heat between them, there's no guarantee of a happily-ever-after now that an enemy has her in his sights. And claiming a future will take more than Quasar's strength and skill. If he can't risk the heart he's always held in check, they'll both lose for good.
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REVIEW: SEIZED BY SEDUCTION (THE PROTECTORS) BY BRENDA JACKSON
Seized by Seduction by Brenda JacksonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fate brought them together. Will danger tear them apart? Randi is a walking contradiction. Her mission in life is to help people. However, her means of doing so has proved to be both a blessing and a curse. Her abilities cause her to stand out in a world of greed, danger and violence. The risk is great, but the reward is priceless in her eyes. Quasar is the man of her dreams (literally). Their unexplainable connection is as unique as the circumstances that have shadowed the people they've become and the decisions made along the way. When danger threatens to end the bond for eternity, the warrior in Quasar will stop at nothing to protect his soulmate. Seized by Seduction is an otherworldly experience. The attraction is electric and the shadows are all consuming but, Ms. Jackson imagined a winner with this cunning duo.
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THE BOYFRIEND BY MIKA JOLIE
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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According to the law of attraction, women and men can’t be friends.
Contrary to this myth, my friendship with Coriander Phillips does not rest on unrequited love or un-actualized lust. We’ve been inseparable since the day I pulled one of her pigtails and she punched me in the gut.
She’s hilarious, fun to hang out with. Together, we’re like peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti and meatballs, wings and beer. A match made in heaven.
She’s the bomb.
Did I mention she’s smokin’ hot? I’ve checked her out…maybe once or twice. Hey, I’m a guy.
Seriously, no awkwardness, no secret yearning for our relationship to escalate beyond the purely platonic. I’m the boy friend—the loyal shoulder she cries on, the dispenser of coffee, sympathy, hugs, advice, and affection with no expectations.
Until the invisible line between friends and lovers became blurry.
Now I want more. I want her.
All I have to do is convince her we can be more than friends.
Right?
If only it were that easy.
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REVIEW: THE BOYFRIEND BY MIKA JOLIE
The Boy Friend by Mika JolieMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Adding Mika Jolie to my one click list is the best decision I've ever made. Her characters are irreplaceable, her humor is irresistible and her stories are unforgettable. Reading her stories is like becoming a part of something special. She has a way of making a reader just as central to the story as the characters. Her style allowed The Boy Friend to become more than just a friends to lovers spiel. Cori and Dean became real, not just a couple of names on a page, but an investment of heart that was as alluring, heartwarming and witty as any romantic comedy. From clueless to priceless, The Boy Friend is a treasure worth discovering.
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ARRANGED (MASTERS & MERCENARIES) BY LEXI BLAKE
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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Kash Kamdar is the king of a peaceful but powerful island nation. As Loa Mali’s sovereign, he is always in control, the final authority. Until his mother uses an ancient law to force her son into marriage. His prospective queen is a buttoned-up intellectual, nothing like Kash’s usual party girl. Still, from the moment of their forced engagement, he can’t stop thinking about her.
Dayita Samar comes from one of Loa Mali’s most respected families. The Cambridge-educated scientist has dedicated her life to her country’s future. But under her staid and calm exterior, Day hides a few sexy secrets of her own. She is willing to marry her king, but also agrees that they can circumvent the law. Just because they’re married doesn’t mean they have to change their lives. It certainly doesn’t mean they have to fall in love.
After one wild weekend in Dallas, Kash discovers his bride-to-be is more than she seems. Engulfed in a changing world, Kash finds exciting new possibilities for himself. Could Day help him find respite from the crushing responsibility he’s carried all his life? This fairy tale could have a happy ending, if only they can escape Kash’s past…
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REVIEW: ARRANGED (MASTERS & MERCENARIES) BY LEXI BLAKE
Arranged by Lexi BlakeMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
To find happiness, a duo of outcasts must face tragedy, fear and their own personal truths. Kash was never meant to be King but when tragedy strikes and his life is upended, he must leave his heart behind to face his responsibilities. Fast forward nine years and the heartbroken boy has become his own worst enemy. Can a forced wedding help him change his playboy ways and return him to his heart's desire? Arranged weaves it's web of seduction while delivering heartbreaking truths and providing a second chance for star-crossed lovers. Every fantastical scenario wrapped up in a temptingly small novel that stirs the blood and touches the heart.
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VIRGIN FOR THE TRILLIONAIRE (TAKEN BY THE TRILLIONAIRE) BY RUTH CARDELLO
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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They’re at it again! Ruth Cardello, JS Scott, and Melody Anne come together for another royal novella trilogy. This is the first novella of a three novella set. Check the dates below for release dates on the second and third novella.
Escape with three new princes as only these NYT’s bestselling authors could write them.
Virgin for the Trillionaire: Ruth Cardello (April 25, 2017)
Virgin for the Prince: J.S. Scott (June 6, 2017)
Virgin to Conquer: Melody Anne (July 3, 2017)
The wild ride begins with Virgin for the Trillionaire:
Prince Ballasare Stephan Demande needs a bride before his thirtieth birthday or he’ll lose his crown. Unlike their barbarian twin island, Rubare Virgina’s royal family is above kidnapping and murdering as a means of choosing their queens. Historically, they’ve cultivated their own selection, ensuring the purity and perfection of each. Prince Ballasare wants more, so he comes up with a plan. It’s genius really. He invites three hundred of the most beautiful and intelligent virgins from around the world to his island under the guise of attending a conference. Those who are willing to stay and participate in a series of tests are offered a chance to win one million dollars. He can only imagine the joy that the woman he chooses will feel when she discovers he and his title are the real prize.
Jessica Quincy is at a crossroads career wise. She hadn’t expected anyone to actually read her blog posts about her lonely life. She certainly hadn’t expected Virgin Territory to go viral. But who can stay a virgin forever? And what does a woman do when she’s no longer what she’s made a career out of writing about? She takes a risk, that’s what. Jessica attends a conference that promises to end with one participant winning a million dollars. Any ex-virgin could start over with that kind of money.
She makes him laugh.
He scares, infuriates, and totally turns her on.
Unfortunately, on Rubare Virgina, being chosen by a sexy prince can have deadly consequences if you haven’t updated your blog.
Like the first novella trilogy, Taken by a Trillionaire, these novellas are escapism fantasy. If you are looking for a historically accurate representation of a monarchy or a serious depiction of how royals maintain their bloodlines, neither trilogies are for you. If you love larger than life characters and fun storylines that take you to exotic places with sexy alpha men, then welcome to our imaginary kingdoms. The men are insanely rich, the traditions are potentially deadly, and the sex will leave you craving a night on this dark isle.
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REVIEW: VIRGIN FOR THE TRILLIONAIRE (TAKEN BY THE TRILLIONAIRE) BY RUTH CARDELLO
Virgin for the Trillionaire by Ruth CardelloMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jessica was blessed with the gift of intelligence. Her brain has afforded her lots of opportunities but shyness and insecurities have turned her into a reclusive outcast. In an overpopulated world of people, life has been a lonely journey for her. Living anything but a fairy tale, she turns her feelings into a blog that gets people thinking and brings her to the attention of arrogantly sexy, out of her league Stephan. Stephan is on a mission. Find a bride that is pure in heart and body. What happens when these two lonely hearts unwittingly make a whole? Chaos, danger and a sensually epic modernized joining of souls. Virgin for the Trillionaire proves that although complicated, love always finds a way to deliver the heart's desire. Ms. Cardello delivers her own brand of romance: dramatic, captivating and awe inspiring.
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REED (THE MALLOYS OF MONTANA) BY R.C. RYAN
Release Date: April 25, 2017
SYNOPSIS
A new beginning...
A fresh start. That's exactly what Ally Shaw needs and what she's found in Glacier Ridge, Montana. Creating a simpler life with her young son and reconnecting with her only remaining family-it's all part of Ally's plan to chase away the pain of her past. But when a dangerously irresistible cowboy rescues her little boy, Ally can't deny she's excited about what else the future might bring.
Reed Malloy was a wild horse who wouldn't be broken. Devoted to his work on the land at the expense of everything else, he'd never met a woman who could hold his interest... until Ally. And now, beautiful Ally and her fearless, freckled child have this cowboy wanting more. This isn't Ally's first time at the rodeo, though, and convincing her to trust him isn't easy. But there isn't anything he won't do to keep her safe... and make her his.
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REVIEW: REED (THE MALLOYS OF MONTANA) BY R.C. RYAN
Reed by R.C. RyanMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reed is like a cinematic buffet. Ms. Ryan provides imagery, heart pounding action and emotion that is as complicated as the story itself. Heartbreak and a dangerously painful past, lead Ally to the rugged terrain and beautiful landscape of Montana. Beautiful scenery and family connections aren't all that Glacier Ridge has to offer a girl with a wounded soul. How about a pair of strong arms as a safe haven? Will she trust her heart to show her the way or allow fear to destroy a chance at forever? The Malloys are an edgy family with strength of character and a family bond that helps them overcome life's darkest moments. There are no victims, only survivors. The legacy of Reed and the entire Malloy family is that united they can conquer whatever comes their way. That's the definition of family.
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TO ME I WED (UNCONVENTIONAL BRIDES) BY K. M. JACKSON
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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Have your cake and true love too..."
"Nightmare bridesmaids dresses, tasteless fondant icing, budget-busting wedding expenses some women just aren't about it. They' ll laugh off tradition, make their own rules and find the most outrageous ways possible to flip wedding day lockstep into true love.
"She's done, finished, "had" it. Between her family's expectations and being always-a-bridesmaid, Lily Perry is fed up with being nagged to find a husband. She's happy with her life and tired of being burned by nice guys who demand she fit their dreams. So she' s going to settle the issue once and for all: by marrying herself. And celebrated chef Vincent Caro's fabulous restaurant is the perfect place for a big-time, blow-out,
not-hearing-it-any-more wedding. Lily doesn't care if everyone including Vincent thinks she's crazy. Especially when his mouth-watering talent and no-commitments style ignites one sizzling, no-strings fling, or two or more.
But no matter how hard they try to keep things light, their relationship keeps getting hotter. The more Vincent helps Lily tackle unexpected trouble, the more he finds she might be everything he s ever wanted. Can she afford to forget caution and finally let go? And can they both take a risk to discover if what they have is meant to last long after the dessert course
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REVIEW: TO ME I WED (UNCONVENTIONAL BRIDES) BY K. M. JACKSON
To Me I Wed by K.M. JacksonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fed up with the expectations and disappointments of love, Lily decides to step off the escalator and take control of her life. Sounds sane, right? The way she goes about accomplishing this task, is anything but. To Me I Wed has to be the most over the top love story that I have had the pleasure of reading, yet that is what I found so adorably intoxicating about it. When it comes to love, everyone is clueless. Love is the most frustrating, heartbreaking, irresistibly alluring emotional out there. No one understands how it works, but we all know when it feels right. K.M. Jackson scores points for originality. She created a story that is identifiable, at times certifiable, but in the end proves to an edible addiction of sweet and tempting charm.
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ONCE YOU'RE MINE (THE CALLAWAYS) BY BARBARA FREETHY
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes a page-turning, poignant and thrilling romantic suspense novel about love, courage and risking it all!
Firefighter Dylan Callaway is no coward when it comes to running into burning buildings but running into love with a beautiful and seriously annoying brunette is another story.
Dylan first met Tori Hayden in high school when she was the irritating little sister of one of his best friends. Ten years later, Tori is a determined news reporter, who believes Dylan holds the key to solving a mysterious fire that may be part of a cover-up for murder.
Tori would have rather worked with anyone other than the ruggedly sexy Dylan, who had been the star of many of her teenaged fantasies, but she needs help to get to the truth and to get justice for someone she loved.
Sparks fly as Dylan and Tori put out one fire only to start another one—one that might consume them both.
ONCE YOU’RE MINE is the 4th book in the Callaway Cousins, a spin-off of the NYT Bestselling Series The Callaways. All the books in this family series are standalone novels and feature a riveting plot along with a heartwarming love story! Feel free to jump into the series with any of the books.
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REVIEW: ONCE YOU'RE MINE (THE CALLAWAYS) BY BARBARA FREETHY
Once You're Mine by Barbara FreethyMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Once You're Mine is proof of why Barbara Freethy is a one-click favorite in my book. With chemistry that is strong enough to fan the flames of any fire and don't blink suspense, Dylan and Tori are as seductive as they are intriguing. This duo never runs out of secrets to expose, or dangerous situations to land themselves in and still find time for love. Love, lies and murder come alive in Once You're Mine.
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FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME (DESTINY BAY) BY MARINA ADAIR
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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What's wrong with a little white lie?
There are a lot of things Ali Marshal doesn't do: pink anything, a day without chocolate, and Hawk, her sister's ex-husband. Sure, he's a sexy former NHL star who can make her pulse pound with just a wink. But he belonged to Bridget first. And no matter how long she's had a crush on him, how great he's always been to her dad, or that her sister is engaged to someone else now and Ali needs a date to their engagement party, she can't give in to temptation. Can she?
It's been years since his disastrous marriage crashed and burned, and Bradley Hawk has finally moved on. So when Bridget blows back into town with her new fiancé, throwing the engagement party of the year, he could care less . . . until Ali tells one little lie that lands him smack dab in a fake relationship. After one promise to be Ali's date and two of the hottest kisses he's ever had, Hawk can't deny how much he wants her. But what happens when this fauxmance starts to feel very, very real?
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REVIEW: FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME (DESTINY BAY) BY MARINA ADAIR
Feels Like the First Time by Marina AdairMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Feels Like The First Time makes for a feel good romance with a hint of taboo thrown in for good measure. Marina Adair has a knack for writing poignant stories that can easily make a readers eyes water with laughter and/or tears. What began as a matter of prideful insecurity turns into a mouthwatering love affair. Ali and Hawk appeal to sentimental card carrying romantics everywhere. With each and every word, Ms. Adair touches the heart while resurrecting the dreamer in us all.
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SHOPPING FOR A CEO'S WIFE (SHOPPING FOR A BILLIONAIRE) BY JULIA KENT
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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Snowbound. Sounds so romantic, with visions of cuddling before a roaring fire, hot chocolate spiked with brandy, and a secret elopement.
Wait. What?
My fiancé’s father won’t stop trying to turn our pending wedding into a three-ring media circus so he can get free publicity for his family’s Fortune 500 company. My mother has decided she’s done with All Things Wedding and asks her teacup Chihuahua for mother-of-the-bride advice.
They’ve all gone certifiably mad.
Then the stress from the wedding puts my mother in the hospital, I scream at my future father-in-law in front of a camera crew and the video goes viral, and the romantic wedding that started with Andrew’s grand Pride and Prejudice proposal looks less like Jane Austen and more like Dostoyevsky.
So what do you do when you’re a fixer and you can’t fix something?
You give up on it.
Not on Andrew, silly.
The wedding.
Shopping for a CEO’s Wife is the 12th book in Julia Kent’s New York Times bestselling Shopping series. As Shannon and Declan enjoy their newlywed bliss, Andrew’s father wants to exploit Amanda and Andrew’s nuptials, much to Amanda’s chagrin. Can she learn to stand up to her future father-in-law and fight for what’s right? But the real question is: will Spritzy the teacup Chihuahua end up being a flower girl?
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REVIEW: SHOPPING FOR A CEO'S WIFE (SHOPPING FOR A BILLIONAIRE) BY JULIA KENT
Shopping for a CEO's Wife by Julia KentMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wherever there's chaos, hilarity and a rainbow of liveliness, Amanda and Andrew can't be far behind. Ms. Kent revisits her kooky heroine and starchy hero with Shopping for a CEO's Wife, from her Shopping for a Billionaire series. I know my day is about to get a little brighter and a lot less stressful when I delve into the pages of this series. How can it not? This time around, family togetherness is reeking havoc with that young and in love glow. Can the duo that has weathered some of the most unusual and comedic obstacles to date, survive their over the top families? It may seem like you're losing your mind but in reality, you've actually lost your heart. How can a reader not love that?
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IT HAPPENED ON LOVE STREET (EVERLAND, GEORGIA) BY LIA RILEY
Release Date: April 25, 2017
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The most romantic place she never wanted to be . . .
Pepper Knight moved to Everland, Georgia, as step one in her plan for a successful legal career. But after this big-city gal's plans go awry, going home with her tail between her legs isn't an option. So when the town vet-and her sexy new neighbor-offers Pepper a temporary dog-walking job, she jumps at the chance. No one needs to know that man's best friend is her worst nightmare . . . or that Everland's hot animal whisperer leaves her panting.
The last thing Rhett Valentine wants is to be the center of small-town gossip. After his first love left him at the altar, he's been there, done that. These days, life is simple, just the way he likes it. But sultry southern nights get complicated once sparks fly between him and the knockout next door. When she proposes a sexy, secret fling-all the deliciousness and none of the prying neighbors-it seems too good to be true. And it is. Because Pepper's determined to leave Love Street, and when she goes, she just might take his heart with her . . .
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REVIEW: IT HAPPENED ON LOVE STREET (EVERLAND, GEORGIA) BY LIA RILEY
It Happened on Love Street by Lia RileyMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
It Happened on Love Street tickles the funny bone, while warming the heart and tempting the senses. Ms. Riley moves to the head of the class with this study in hard life lessons. Pepper's dreams lead her to make a change in her life and setup shop in Everland, Georgia. When her plans fall by the wayside and leave her pride crushed, desperation sets her on a new path. As a frustrated dog walker. Rhett, is the answer to her prayers with his understanding of the canine psyche and his tempting magnetism, that makes her inner bad girl want to break free. Can past hurts and foolish pride, have landed them in the right place, at the right time, for something wonderful?
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