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* Review * SECRET BILLIONAIRE ON HER DOORSTEP by Michelle Douglas

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* Review * SECRET BILLIONAIRE ON HER DOORSTEP by Michelle Douglas

Secret Billionaire on Her Doorstep by Michelle Douglas
Published by Harlequin Romance on March 1, 2021
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A shocking inheritance…

An emotional journey…

After a heartbreak in Sydney, Callie’s ready to start afresh in New York! But staying in an apartment she inherited from a grandmother she never knew leads to many unsolved family questions. Luckily, her intriguingly handsome new neighbor, Owen Perry, has agreed to help. Callie’s not ready to start dating…so why are the sparks of attraction igniting between her and Owen? Especially as there’s so much he’s not telling her!

An emotionally riveting journey of forgiveness! Michelle Douglas shines in SECRET BILLIONAIRE ON HER DOORSTEP as Callie sets out to get to know the family member leaving her a vast inheritance and falling for her neighbor and friend along the way. The story is fast paced with many ups and downs and I found myself unable to put it down until I found out how it was going to end.

Callie is strong-willed and tenacious. She’s happy for the distraction of an inheritance to get her out of Sydney for awhile and sets out to enjoy New York while learning more about the woman who left her a fortune.

Owen is loyal and kind and seeing how much he wanted Callie to see Frances through his eyes was all I need to know what a good heart he had.

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a sweet connection between two unlikely souls as they travel through memories to reconcile a loved ones life and regrets.

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* Review * AT THE RANCHER’S PLEASURE by Joss Wood

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* Review * AT THE RANCHER’S PLEASURE by Joss Wood

At the Rancher's Pleasure by Joss Wood
Series: Texas Cattleman's Club: Heir Apparent #2
Published by Harlequin Desire on March 1, 2021
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He bailed on a wedding to the wrong woman,

only to fall right into temptation’s next trap

Runaway groom Brett Harston has long been the subject of town gossip—and so has Sarabeth Edmonds, who’s returned to Royal after leaving her hateful ex-husband. Soon an innocent kiss to rile the rumor mill unleashes a red-hot attraction they can’t resist. Will the wealthy rancher fall hard—or will she be the one to run this time?

Temptation at it’s best! Joss Wood is known for her delectable heroes and runaway groom Brett is another one to add to her list of winners in AT THE RANCHER’S PLEASURE. I loved the double whammy of his baggage mixing with Sarabeth’s in such a consuming way in their seemingly effortless relationship that the age difference between them was barely even notable. Loved them and can’t wait for more in the Texas Cattleman’s Club: Heir Apparent series!

Sarabeth was very much a flawed character who had to be redeemed in the reader’s eye for her past unreliability with her adult children. Ms. Wood paved the way for forgiveness by having her admit to fault in her own right before sharing the roadblocks she faced. I found her easy to like, and rooted for her from the start.

Brett is just pure yumminess. He gets let off fairly easily for his flaws because we aren’t faced with the jilted bride’s feelings directly in front of us, but watching him interact with Sarabeth and start to fall for her makes him easy to enjoy.

I highly recommend this book as well as the series as a whole to anyone who loves a good bit of drama and baggage with their romance. It’s always fun to unravel the past and forge through to the happily ever after in a Desire!

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* Review * OUR LITTLE SECRET by Rachael Stewart

February 19, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * OUR LITTLE SECRET by Rachael Stewart

Our Little Secret by Rachael Stewart
Published by Harlequin Dare on March 1, 2021
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Tomorrow is the beginning of my best friend’s luxe Tuscan wedding week, and I plan on being The Perfect Maid of Honor. But tonight, there’s a gorgeous pool under the Tuscan moon calling my name. And I’m not the only one tempted by a decadent late-night skinny-dip!

He might as well be my sex-starved fantasy come to life. A delectable Italian god with a sculpted body that makes my mouth water with the anticipation of seconds, thirds and dessert.

Only it’s not quite that easy.

My hot Italian dish is none other than Rafael Perez. My best friend’s completely, utterly and absolutely off-limits older brother. But now it’s too late. The match is lit, and there’s a hungry fire burning in the depths of Rafael Perez’s dark gaze. For me.

Every secret sexy escapade we have is off-the-charts hot. But the most dangerous secrets aren’t the ones you hide from your friends and family.

They’re the ones with a reputation for swiftly stealing your heart…and breaking it.

A decadently forbidden romance! OUR LITTLE SECRET by Rachael Stewart is sure to please with a fast paced storyline filled with friendship, family and so much steamy goodness. I adored the characters and their story as a whole and could not put it down once I started!

Faye could have used a little bit more development on her life outside of her friendship with Dani, but she came across as self-assured and successful fairly easily.

Rafael wore his heart on his sleeve when it came to his love for his little sister, so it wasn’t surprising the lengths he went to in order for her to have a dream wedding. I loved the side of him that Faye brought to life.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a spicy hookup at the most inopportune of moments that leads to a gorgeous happily ever after.

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* Review * TEXAS TARGET STANDOFF by Virginia Vaughan

February 19, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * TEXAS TARGET STANDOFF by Virginia Vaughan

Texas Target Standoff by Virginia Vaughan
Series: Cowboy Lawmen #3
Published by Love Inspired Suspense on March 1, 2021
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A sniper lurks closer…

and only a navy SEAL can save her.

When psychologist Shelby Warren suddenly becomes a sniper’s target, navy SEAL Paul Avery springs into action to protect her. He needs her evaluation to get back to his team…and rescuing her might finally give him the redemption he’s been searching for. But when danger follows them to his family’s Texas ranch, keeping Shelby safe could be his most difficult assignment yet.

A high octane race against time! With the third book in her Cowboy Lawmen series Virginia Vaughan takes us for a wild ride when a PTSD psychologist must go on the run to avoid attempts on her life. TEXAS TARGET STANDOFF brings the on leave Navy SEAL Avery brother to the forefront when he steps in to protect Shelby. I was quickly hooked and kept entertained throughout!

Shelby is steadfast and determined to help as many service men as possible to overcome the effects of their service to our country. She’s loyal and by the book and understands the peril of slipping through the cracks all too well.

Paul is dedicated and aching to get back to his team after an injury. He needs Shelby’s okay to return to work, but when a sniper comes for her, he’s more concerned with keeping her alive than anything else.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys an intense intrigue with kindhearted characters, strong faith and sweet happily ever afters.

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