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* Review * BIG CHANCE COWBOY by Teri Anne Stanley

September 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

Big Chance Cowboy by Teri Anne Stanley
Series: Big Chance Dog Rescue #1
Published by Sourcebooks Casablanca on August 27, 2019
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At Big Chance Dog Rescue,
Even humans get a second chance
After a disastrous mistake disbanded his Army unit, Adam Collins has returned home to Big Chance, Texas. He just wants to sell the family ranch, set up his sister and grandfather with the funds, and then ride off into the sunset.

Lizzie Vanhook has landed back in her hometown, heartbroken and jobless. Adding to her troubles is the unruly stray who's claimed her as his own. Lizzie knows she's in over her head. Enter Adam—not only does he work with dogs, he's also tall, dark, handsome, and the one who got away...

Adam wants nothing to do with other people, much less dogs. But when his old flame asks him to help her train her scruffy dog, he can't say no. As his reluctant heart opens up, the impossible seems possible: a second chance with the woman he's always loved in a place where he, his friends, and the other strays who show up can heal and call home, Big Chance, Texas.

BIG CHANCE COWBOY is the first book in the delightful new Big Chance Dog Rescue series by Teri Anne Stanley and brings us the story of a former soldier and a fill-in realtor who are each returning home and reconnecting.

Adam catches a reader’s heart quickly with the pain he’s wearing on his sleeve when he returns home after his last mission gone wrong with a broken heart and soul. He wants nothing to do with anyone, but life just won’t leave him alone and keeps foisting one lost soul after another off on him to take care of.

Lizzie is a complex character who isn’t thrilled to be back in town either. Her dreams were shattered and now her dad’s sick and she needs to be useful. She crushed on Adam years ago, but the man who has returned home isn’t he man who left.

I highly recommend this story to anyone looking for a band of soldiers with hearts of gold, some adorable animals in the mix, and most of all a gentle love story in the making as the world slowly falls into place. I’m looking forward to more to come in this heartwarming series!

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* Review * FALLING FOR THE SECRET PRINCESS by Kandy Shepherd

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* Review * FALLING FOR THE SECRET PRINCESS by Kandy Shepherd

Falling for the Secret Princess by Kandy Shepherd
Published by Harlequin Romance on September 1, 2019
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A reunion…

…fit for a princess in disguise!

At his friend’s wedding, millionaire Finn couldn’t take his eyes off the gorgeous stranger whose naivety intrigued his cynical heart…until she suddenly fled! So, while on business in Montovia, he’s shocked to come face-to-face with her — as Princess Natalia! Finn’s once again compelled by their instant connection, but Natalia’s duty makes a future impossible. Unless he can convince her their love is worth breaking a few royal rules for…

FALLING FOR THE SECRET PRINCESS is the latest Harlequin Romance from Kandy Shepherd and revolves around a secret princess and a millionaire businessman who catches her eye.

Princess Natalia goes undercover to attend a friend’s wedding and meets the man of her dreams … only she can’t tell him who she is!

Finn is intrigued by the beautiful stranger and ends up having a delightful night with her during the reception … until she flees when he least expects it.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a “royalty meets commoner” match-up with a detailed back story of delightful royal history. Kandy Shepherd always delights with her descriptive words to carry you into a foreign land and lifestyle.

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* Review * A BET WITH BENEFITS by Karen Booth

September 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A BET WITH BENEFITS by Karen Booth

A Bet with Benefits by Karen Booth
Series: The Eden Empire #3
Published by Harlequin Desire on September 1, 2019
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Can she stay away from her irresistible ex?

Don’t bet on it!

Mindy Eden’s on-again, off-again affair with Sam Blackwell left her with regrets. So when her sisters bet her she can’t attend a wedding as her gorgeous ex’s plus-one without falling for him again, Mindy stakes her future to prove she’s over Sam. Will a week of passion with Sam be the one gamble she’s ready to take?

A BET WITH BENEFITS is the third book in Karen Booth’s The Eden Empire series and revolves around the final sister Mindy and her on-again, off-again lover Sam.

Mindy has been vocal about wanting to be out from under the family business for the entire series, so she’s been an interesting character throughout. We watched her walk away from Sam when he threatened her sister’s happiness … but how he’s back, and she might not be able to resist him again.

Sam has an interesting back story that we learn through this book. It explains him and his cutthroat ways a bit more.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a fast paced, family centric delve into high powered business, diverse family dynamics and sexy connections. The entire series has been full of passion and strife, and I’m looking forward to more!

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* Review * WEARING THE GREEK MILLIONAIRE’S RING by Jennifer Faye

September 2, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * WEARING THE GREEK MILLIONAIRE’S RING by Jennifer Faye

Wearing the Greek Millionaire's Ring by Jennifer Fay
Series: Greek Island Brides #3
Published by Harlequin Romance on September 1, 2019
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A convenient engagement…

An inconvenient attraction!

In this Greek Island Brides story, widow Stasia Marinakos is learning to enjoy life again aboard a Mediterranean cruise. Her chemistry with gorgeous Greek tycoon, Roberto Carrass, is a pleasant surprise - until she’s mistaken for his fiancée! Nevertheless, the guarded bachelor asks Stasia to continue the charade to stop his family matchmaking. As their attraction grows, their fake romance feels ever more real…but what will happen when the vacation ends?

WEARING THE GREEK MILLIONAIRE’S RING is book three in Jennifer Faye’s Greek Island Brides series and centers around a widow trying to find herself again and a Greek tycoon in a combination fake engagement, second chance on love and best friend’s sister story.

Stasia is trying to find enjoyment in life again after losing the love of her life young. Her brother sends her on a Mediterranean cruise never expecting her to begin a fling with his best friend

Roberto just wants to be able to live his life, but the constant matchmaking his grandmother subjects him to is taking it’s toll. Stasia comes to his rescue and leads his family to believe they are together … and soon it’s not actually a lie!

I recommend this story to anyone enjoying a laid-back approach to finding love when you least expect it. The characters were well-developed and watching their story build was fun. You can’t go wrong with any book in this series.

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* Review * CALIFORNIA SECRETS by Jules Bennett

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* Review * CALIFORNIA SECRETS by Jules Bennett

California Secrets by Jules Bennet
Series: Two Brothers #2
Published by Harlequin Desire on September 1, 2019
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Will he still love her every touch…

when he finds out who she really is?

For years, Ethan Michaels has plotted to reclaim the resort his mother founded. His plan never included a lover…or a pregnancy. But his desire-fueled fling with smart, stunning Harper Williams results in just that. Now he’s getting used to the idea of a baby…until he finds out Harper’s father is the very man who stole everything from him years ago.

CALIFORNIA SECRETS is the second book in the Two Brothers duet by Jules Bennett. In book one, we met Dane and in this book we meet his twin brother Ethan.

Ethan is a predictable character because we already knew from book one that he was trying to reclaim the resort that was stolen out from underneath him years ago. He thinks he’s simply passing time while he waits to make his final move, but the feelings he is starting to have for Harper are starting to blow his mind.

Harper is trying to forge a relationship with her father by improving the resort. She has no idea Ethan is there with any nefarious plan. Times get a little crazy when they figure out that they are expecting a baby, just slightly before the pieces fall into place that her father and the man he’s out to ruin are one and the same.

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a fast-paced, sexy escape with a hint of intrigue and a whole lot of sass. This duet was a fulfilling read, and it was especially heartwarming to see Dane and Ethan reconnecting in the end.

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* Review * HER DETECTIVE’S SECRET INTENT by Tara Taylor Quinn

September 2, 2019 1 Comment

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* Review * HER DETECTIVE’S SECRET INTENT by Tara Taylor Quinn

Her Detective's Secret Intent by Tara Taylor Quinn
Series: Where Secrets are Safe #16
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on September 1, 2019
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He’s not the man she thinks he is…

And everything he knows about her is a lie!

On the run with her young son, Miranda Blake must stay off the grid. That means she can’t tell her would-be protector why she’s fleeing her secret past. Just the same, Detective Tad Newberry can’t tell Miranda why he’s protecting her. Just as the two start falling in love, shocking truths explode their fragile trust.

HER DETECTIVE’S SECRET INTENT is book sixteen in Tara Taylor Quinn’s beloved Where Secrets Are Safe series that is spanning into a second Harlequin line to continue bringing us stories of heart, strength and dedication.

Miranda was a powerful character. She is on the run with her young son from a past that we never expected, yet she went into a profession that puts her out there helping others on a daily basis. She’s strong, spirited and a really good person.

We are quickly let in on the secret that Tad is there watching her for someone. Protecting her and waiting until a reconciliation can improve her situation. Time spent together with this little family is quickly turning into more than he ever expected, but just as the parts are falling into place for them to be together, the truth explodes their happy little world and trust is thrown out the window.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a bit of romance with their mystery. This entire series has been really great with story after story of characters who overcome a lot to get to a better place in their lives. Tara Taylor Quinn brings a voice to abuse in a gentle way that allows a viewer to get into the heart of the victim’s mind and soul without having the actions of the perpetrator glorified. It’s a powerful window to bring awareness to the forefront. I highly recommend this entire series!

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* Review * AFTER THE RODEO by Claire McEwen

September 1, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * AFTER THE RODEO by Claire McEwen

After the Rodeo by Claire McEwen
Series: Heroes of Shelter Creek #2
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on September 1, 2019
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Her passion for her job…

…could cost him everything

Former rodeo champion Jace Hendricks has six weeks to turn his run-down ranch around or he could lose custody of his nieces and nephew. But biologist Vivian Reed has to survey his land first—and she won’t be rushed. Vivian’s optimism and wonder start to win over the kids…and even Jace. But with all that’s at stake, can he risk getting any more involved with Vivian?

AFTER THE RODEO is book two of Claire McEwen’s Heroes of Shelter Creek series and centers on a former rodeo champ turned rancher and a wildlife biologist in a heartwarming enemies to lovers story.

Jace and his predicament of needing a stable home for his nieces and nephews is quick to catch the readers attention and sympathy. He’s on a deadline to get his new home in order for these kids or he could lose them. Things would be going smoothly if it wasn’t for the wildlife study being demanded by the town.

Vivian isn’t sure why stepping back a minute and reevaluating part of his land is such a big deal to Jace, but she’s got a job to do and she’s going to do it. Falling for Jace and his kids wasn’t part of the plan, but just try telling her heart that.

I highly recommend this book to anyone wanting a sweet romance filled with family drama and adorable cuteness. You can’t go wrong in picking up any book in this series so far, and I’m highly anticipating more to come!

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* Review * COLTON ON THE RUN by Anna J. Stewart

September 1, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * COLTON ON THE RUN by Anna J. Stewart

Colton on the Run by Anna J. Stewart
Series: The Coltons of Roaring Springs
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on September 1, 2019
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Where is Skye Colton?

One woman’s disappearance rocks Roaring Springs

When he finds a half-dead woman stranded in his barn, rancher Leo Slattery feels his blood run cold. Though she can’t remember who she is, she insists someone is trying to kill her. With his strong protective streak, Leo brings her into the fold and helps her heal. As they begin to solve the mystery of Jane Doe’s identity, a would-be killer works to eliminate her—forever.

COLTON ON THE RUN by Anna J. Stewart is the nine book in the beloved The Coltons of Roaring Springs series and centers around a rancher and the amnesia victim he finds on his property.

Skye is wrapped immediately around the reader’s heart as she brings her fear and peril to life in front of our eyes as the book opens. She fights her way to freedom and endears herself as a strong woman who has every reason to be terrified of her own shadow.

Leo and his dog Ollie are going about life on the ranch when they’re met with the surprise of a lifetime. They both quickly fall under Skye’s spell as they will do anything to protect her and help her find out who she is and get her home since she has amnesia.

I highly recommend this breath catching story of danger and intrigue to anyone who loves a story heavy on intrigue and heart. The action is intense and descriptive and the bond between Sky and Leo is spot on. Really enjoying this series and looking forward to more to come.

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* Review * A SECRET, A SAFARI, A SECOND CHANCE by Liz Fielding

September 1, 2019 2 Comments

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* Review * A SECRET, A SAFARI, A SECOND CHANCE by Liz Fielding

A Secret, a Safari, a Second Chance by Liz Fielding
Series: Destination Brides #4
Published by Harlequin Romance on September 1, 2019
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A luxury escape…

A chance to reveal her baby bombshell!

In this Destination Brides story, a bid at a charity auction wins Eve Bliss a dream holiday on safari! As a penniless single mom, she’d be mad not to go, but she’s not expecting Kit Merchant to be there on business. She and Kit once shared a passionate moment. Now, together in beautiful Africa, how long can she keep her four-year-old secret… Kit has a daughter!

A SECRET, A SAFARI, A SECOND CHANCE by Liz Fielding is book four in the Destination Brides series and revolves around a single mom teacher and a carefree sailing champion in a delightful take on a reunion story with a surprise baby.

The book starts with a bit of back story to fill us in on how they came to have their fling a few years ago, then we are thrust into the story that leads to them unexpectedly reconnecting.

Kit comes across as a bit of a partying playboy, but beneath the surface, he’s a guy that has searched for the woman that touched his soul for years. He’s thrilled to finally have her back in his life … but how will he feel when he learns she’s kept his adorable daughter from him?

Eve has a high expectation of what she expects a father to be, and because she doesn’t feel in her heart that Kit could ever be that man, she’s reluctant to even give him the chance. She’s a bit of a conundrum really. You like her, and feel for what she’s gone through … but she’s a bit self-righteous too.

I highly recommend this story to anyone who loves a surprise baby romance, and especially to those who enjoy a story set in a foreign country where the details of the sounds, sites and wildlife in this book really shine.

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* Review * STRANDED AND SEDUCED by Charlene Sands

September 1, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * STRANDED AND SEDUCED by Charlene Sands

Stranded and Seduced by Charlene Sands
Series: Boone Brothers of Texas #2
Published by Harlequin Desire on September 1, 2019
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Should she pretend to be the woman he loves?

Working with new client and ex-lover Risk Boone is bound to be…enticing. So April Adams dons a fake engagement ring to ward off temptation. But when they’re stranded together at a remote lodge, there’s no running from their attraction—especially after Risk hits his head and wakes up thinking April’s his fiancée! Will she tell him the truth…or go along for the ride?

STRANDED AND SEDUCED is book two in the Boon Brothers of Texas series by Charlene Sands, and centers around a former rodeo champ turned rancher and a realtor in a tempting reunion story.

Risk has a self-assured personality that is quick to catch a reader’s eye, and his story of amnesia gave a little hint of mystery as we wondered how it would all play out.

April had a bit of an unrequited crush on him back in their school days, then a bit of history with him a couple of years ago but at this point she’s only out to resist him … if only she could.

I recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a delightful fast paced story with a hint of unknown, a fake engagement and even a spell of amnesia! I’m enjoying this series a lot and looking forward to more to come.

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