Archives for February 13, 2019

* Release Blast / Review * IT HAPPENS by Lani Lynn Vale

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

* Release Blast / Review * IT HAPPENS by Lani Lynn ValeIt Happens by Lani Lynn Vale
Series: Bear Bottom Guardians MC #6
on February 12, 2019
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four-stars

Zee + Annmarie and Tan + Jubilee.

Forever. No exceptions.

They were to have the picture-perfect life together. Everything was all planned out.

Jubilee was to marry Eitan and Ezekiel was to marry Annmarie. That’s how it was always supposed to be from the moment that they met. Textbook, right?

Wrong.

Eitan and Annmarie die in a freak accident that never should have happened, leaving the two survivors reeling.

Sixteen years later, Jubilee and Zee can’t even be in the same room with each other before things begin to deteriorate. Too many memories. Too much pain. Not enough forgiveness.

They’re like hellfire and holy water, and neither one of them is willing to admit that they’re wrong.

Then one day things change, and all of a sudden, they’re looking at each other like maybe they aren’t each other’s enemies after all.

 

A powerful enemies to lovers story! Her sister was his first love … his brother was hers. A freak accident changed their lives forever, and even years later Ezekial and Jubilee can’t stand to be in the same room together. Their dislike of each other is legendary among their family and friends, but when something happens that leaves them no choice but to coincide, they realize the strong feelings they have for each other aren’t all bad! The characters were quick to catch my attention, as was the story line.

Ezekial McGrew loved her twin sister Annmarie until fate yanked her from his arms. Years have passed and he’s never forgotten what they shared or the injustice that the wrong pair survived. He can’t help the animosity he feels towards Jubilee … but getting to know who she’s become starts to make him wonder if he’s been missing out all these years.

Jubilee Cope never found another man to win her heart after his twin brother Eitan. She’s working hard and becoming successful, but there’s something missing … and as strange as it might sound, Zee seems to be filling the slot pretty well now that she’s in close quarters with him!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zee + Annmarie and Tan + Jubilee.

Forever. No exceptions.

They were to have the picture-perfect life together. Everything was all planned out.

Jubilee was to marry Eitan and Ezekiel was to marry Annmarie. That’s how it was always supposed to be from the moment that they met. Textbook, right?

Wrong.

Eitan and Annmarie die in a freak accident that never should have happened, leaving the two survivors reeling.

Sixteen years later, Jubilee and Zee can’t even be in the same room with each other before things begin to deteriorate. Too many memories. Too much pain. Not enough forgiveness.

They’re like hellfire and holy water, and neither one of them is willing to admit that they’re wrong.

Then one day things change, and all of a sudden, they’re looking at each other like maybe they aren’t each other’s enemies after all.

 

AMAZON | AMAZON UK | AMAZON CA |AMAZON AU |

B&N | KOBO | APPLE

 

 

 

 

 

Lani Lynn Vale is a USA Today Bestselling Author of over thirty titles. She is married with three children, two dogs, two cats, a donkey, and a couple (a couple also meaning over twenty) chickens.

When she’s not writing, you can find her curled up in her favorite chair reading.

Lani is married with three children and lives in the Great State of Texas.

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four-stars

* Review * MEANT TO BE by Alison Bliss

* Review * MEANT TO BE by Alison BlissMeant to Be by Alison Bliss
Series: Perfect Fit Novella #3.5
Published by Forever Yours on February 12, 2019
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four-stars

Sidney Larson always thought dark-haired, blue-eyed Brett Carmichael was sinfully sexy, to say nothing of the muscular mechanic's talent with his hands. But Sidney so didn't have time for Brett's overbearing tendencies when they were together so she broke things off. Now a chance encounter brings Brett back into her life, and Sidney can't help but notice intriguing changes in her ex. So what's stopping her from revisiting their scorching-hot chemistry?

Since Sidney dumped him, Brett's made major life adjustments, thanks to therapy and a long, hard look at himself. Sure, he's still intense but he knows how to focus his energy on his career, not on trying to control a fantastic woman like Sidney. Brett finds the sweet, generous brunette more seductive than ever, but now that he's finally worthy of her, will she be willing to give him a second chance?

 

Short, sweet and satisfying! If you’ve been reading the Perfect Fit series by Alison Bliss, you will quickly recognize the characters of this book and enjoy watching them get their second chance at love. It’s too short of a book to get a super detailed plot, but it hits the spot with Bliss’s signature sass and heartwarming cast. Enjoyed it and looking forward to more to come in the series!

Brett Carmichael’s temper and overbearing ways got what was coming to them when his girlfriend Sidney Larson walked away from him and left him heartbroken. He took a long, hard look at himself and has worked hard to change with the help of therapy over the last few months. A chance encounter brings Sidney back into his life again, and he’s hopeful that she will notice the change and maybe give him a second chance.

four-stars

* Review * LEGEND by Sawyer Bennett

* Review * LEGEND by Sawyer BennettLegend by Sawyer Bennett
Series: Arizona Vengeance #3
Published by Loveswept on February 5, 2019
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five-stars

Everything is clicking for the Vengeance. We may be new, but we’re well on our way to winning the championship, and I’m having the time of my life headlining the sports media as the hottest goalie—hell, player—ever. I for one am going to live up to my name . . . because I am Legend Bay.

Dragging my ass home from the gym, I’m blinded by some gaudy, glowing holiday lights. As usual, my hot-as-hell neighbor Pepper Nantais has gone way over the top. But just as I’m about to tell her off, something else catches my eye . . . Seems like Santa left me a present, and not one I was expecting.

As life takes an unexpected turn, I realize that there’s much more to Pepper than meets the eye. Sure, she’s gorgeous. And exasperating. And her taste in decorating may be a bit . . . unique.

But beneath her carefree demeanor is a fierce determination and a heart of gold. And before I know it I’ve fallen for her. Hard . . .

Pepper is exactly the woman I never knew I needed.

 

Steamy goodness! I loved this story! Lots of surprises keep the reader on the edge of their seat throughout, as we watch this adorable couple meander the roadblocks popping up around every corner. They’re great together. I can’t wait to read the next couple of books in this series. So much is happening!

Arizona Vengeance goalie Legend Bay is living life and enjoying every moment of it. The team’s doing great and the only thing he has to gripe about is his annoying neighbor. She is so over-the-top that every little thing she does just drives him bananas, but when an unexpected discovery leaves him at her mercy, she comes through for him top notch. He can’t bring himself to hate on her anymore … especially once he gets to know what a really nice woman she is.

Pepper Nantais has been crushing on Legend for while now, but there’s no way she’s going to let the arrogant jerk know that. She’ll help him out of this mess he finds himself in, but she doesn’t have to like it. Until she starts to … a little too much!

five-stars

* Review * THE SURGEON’S ONE NIGHT TO FOREVER by Ann McIntosh

* Review * THE SURGEON’S ONE NIGHT TO FOREVER by Ann McIntoshThe Surgeon's One Night to Forever by Ann McIntosh
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on January 1, 2019
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four-half-stars

One Night in Mexico…

Second chance in New York!

ER doctor Liz Prudhomme is stunned that nomadic, ex-army doc Cort Smith is her hospital’s new trauma surgeon. Instantly she’s transported back to that amazing night when he showed her unimaginable pleasure! Their passion quickly reignites and Cort realigns Liz’s career-focused world. Before he moves on again, can she help the sexy but damaged doc realize they have something worth staying for?

 

Attention grabbing! I enjoyed experiencing New York through Liz and Cort’s eyes as they spend time together throughout the city. Their relationship is very endearing, and I found myself pulling for them from the start. There are several side stories that were a bit distracting and disjointed in the flow of the book, but overall a really nice read.

New York doctor Eliza Prudhomme is shocked when the new trauma surgeon at the hospital she works at turns out to be the guy she had a one-night fling with in Mexico a few months ago. She never expected to see him again, and now she’ll be working with him day in and day out.

Surgeon Cort Smith isn’t disappointed to be reunited with Liz. He’s not planning a long venture here in NY, but it’s nice to see a friendly face. As they spend time getting to know each other, their passion is quick to flare up and reignite. Will she be able to be the family he’s always wished for?

four-half-stars