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* Review * FAKE ENGAGEMENT, NASHVILLE STYLE by Jules Bennett

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* Review * FAKE ENGAGEMENT, NASHVILLE STYLE by Jules Bennett

Fake Engagement, Nashville Style by Jules Bennett
Series: Dynasties: Beaumont Bay #3
Published by Harlequin Desire on June 29, 2021
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Saying yes should be strictly business…

Since it’s only pretend, not a second chance.

Cassandra Taylor’s ex-fiancé owes her—big-time. Luke Sutherland shattered her dreams of happily-ever-after, and now she wants his help landing the wedding planning event of the year: his brother’s celebrity nuptials. But Luke demands her help in return—pretend to be in love with him so he’s no longer Country Beat’s most eligible bachelor. As their fake engagement rekindles real passion, will Cassie get her own fairy-tale wedding…or only more heartbreak?

A delectable reunion! With the third book in the Dynasties: Beaumont Bay series Jules Bennett is bringing the angst with FAKE ENGAGEMENT, NASHVILLE STYLE and I loved every minute of this adorable couple! Fast paced and filled with witty banter.

Cassandra is self-assured and content with her life, but stepping back into the town to ask a favor of the man who broke her heart takes a lot of strength.

Luke is devoted to his business, but seeing Cass again reminds him of what he used to have before work became the know all and be all of his life.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys watching a group of close knit brothers find their forever with a bit of family drama and country music in the background.

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* Review * TEXAS TOUGH by Janice Maynard

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* Review * TEXAS TOUGH by Janice Maynard

Texas Tough by Janice Maynard
Series: Texas Cattleman's Club: Heir Apparent #5
Published by Harlequin Desire on June 29, 2021
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He's the kind of cowboy even big-city women dream about…

The only reason artsy Abby Carmichael is way out in Royal, Texas, is to shoot a documentary film. But to get it right, she needs a cowboy. And fifth-generation Texas Cattleman’s Club member Carter Crane is it. His slow drawl, blue eyes and swagger say he’s the real deal… Their sparks ignite like wildfire. But when her work reveals big-money secrets that could bring down Royal, Abby must choose between the film that could make her career or riding into the sunset with Carter…

Opposites attract in the next addition to the Texas Cattleman’s Club: Heir Apparent series! TEXAS TOUGH by Janice Maynard brings a big city filmmaker to Royal, Texas to connect with a local cowboy. Passion overwhelms the differences they might possess and teaches them to reach for their dreams no matter the obstacle. I enjoyed Abby & Carter!

Abby has big city dreams, but is down to earth and quick to enjoy country life in Texas.

Carter has a bad taste for city folk, but Abby quickly has him realizing that they aren’t always looking down their nose at the rural beauty of Texas.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a dip into Texas where drama is high and passion comes to life at the TCC.

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* Review * PROFILING A KILLER by Nichole Severn

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* Review * PROFILING A KILLER by Nichole Severn

Profiling a Killer by Nichole Severn
Series: Behavioral Analysis Unit #1
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on June 29, 2021
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He can psychoanalyze any serial killer,

But can he protect her from one?

Special Agent Nicholas James knows serial killers up close and personal. After all, he was practically raised by one and later became a Behavioral Analysis Unit specialist to put them behind bars. But Dr. Aubrey Flood’s sister’s murder is his highest-stakes case yet. His professional history with the beautiful medical examiner is legendary. So is their attraction. But the clock is ticking…and Nicholas has every intention of making sure Aubrey doesn't become another victim.

High intensity action! With the first book in the Behavioral Analysis Unit series Nichole Severn starts the action off quickly in PROFILING A KILLER. The suspense is top notch and though there wasn’t a lot of relationship development, the book held my attention and kept me guessing throughout. I’m looking forward to more to come from this team.

Aubrey is a solid character with her medical examiner expertise, but the death of her sister brings another aspect of her to the surface as an emotionally charged case ensues.

Nicholas is carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders right now, so meeting and connecting with Aubrey is good for him even though it brings another serial killer onto his radar.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes an intense mystery with a side of romance. I can’t wait to see what this team has in store for us.

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* Review * NOT THEIR FIRST RODEO by Christy Jeffries

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* Review * NOT THEIR FIRST RODEO by Christy Jeffries

Not Their First Rodeo by Christy Jeffries
Series: Twin Kings Ranch #3
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on June 29, 2021
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Sometimes all a family needs

Is a chance to come together.

The last thing Sheriff Marcus King needs is his past sneaking back into his present. Years ago, Violet Cortez-Hill disappeared from his life, leaving him with unanswered questions—and a lot of hurt. Now the widowed father of twin boys finds himself forced to interact with the pretty public defender daily. Their heartache is mutual—but so is their attraction. Is there still a chance to saddle up and ride off into their future?

The lawman has met his match … again! With the third book in her Twin Kings Ranch series Christy Jeffries once again brings a sibling into our hearts that brings on all the feels in NOT THEIR FIRST RODEO. This book went back in time a bit to start and felt slightly repetitive because of that, but I adore this family so much that it didn’t detract from the current storyline for me. Great characters, emotional depth and a family filled with so much heart and angst. Love them!

Marcus is a solid man. He’s raising his twin sons and taking care business the best way he knows how. His drama filled family always has one thing or another going on, but they are such a blast to hang out with.

Violet is a sweetheart. They each thought the other was at fault back when their teen hearts were broken by the other, but time and circumstance washes it all under the bridge and lets them begin anew.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a close knit family that brings laughter and heart to every storyline as each sibling finds their happily ever after.

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* Release Blitz/Review * BROODY BRIT by Naima Simone

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* Release Blitz/Review * BROODY BRIT by Naima Simone

Broody Bri by Naima Simone
Series: A Hero Club Novel
Published by Cocky Hero Club, Inc. on June 27, 2021
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Dear Axel,

It is incredibly stupid to write this text while I’m drunk. But what’s the saying? No gain, no pain. Or, no pain, no shame... Whatever. You know what I mean. And let’s face it. There’s no way I would be doing this if I was stone-cold sober. But since I’m plastered? To hell with it.

I want you.

I know. Crazy, right? Not only am I your temporary roommate but I’m a chatty nurse from Providence with an impeccable bedside manner and secrets. You’re a broody, commitment-phobe sculptor from England who communicates in grunts and single syllables. Not to mention, you’re returning home in several weeks. And yet, from the moment you dragged me for being a Swiftie, I’ve wanted to climb you like my personal jungle gym.

There’s no future for us. I’m not even sure I like you half the time. But that doesn’t stop me from hungering for those same hands that bend and shape metal to bend and shape me. So in all my drunken glory, I guess what I’m trying to say is if you want me, I’m yours. For the next few weeks until you return across the pond and we resume our lives as before. No strings. No demands. No regrets.

So meet me in the kitchen where all this started.

Or don’t.

It’s your decision.

Not that it matters. It’s not like I’m going to do something monumentally dumb like hit send on this text.

--Zenobia

Fun, flirty and emotional! BROODY BRIT is a fast paced delight filled with turmoil and healing as love flairs to life in a most unlikely couple. The characters are easy to like, the story quickly held my attention and I enjoyed getting to know Axel and Zenobia.

Zenobia is strong-willed and accomplished and seeing her re-examine her past decisions is powerful.

Axel is yummy! His life has been defined by a moment in time and watching him learn to unravel the past is awe inspiring.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys steamy passion mixed with emotional healing and a whole lot of heart.

Title: Broody Brit

A Cocky Hero Club Novel

Author: Naima Simone

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: June 27, 2021

Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward are excited to bring you the Cocky Hero Club: original works from various authors inspired by Keeland and Ward’s New York Times bestselling Cocky Bastard series.

BLURB

Dear Axel,

It is incredibly stupid to write this text while I’m drunk. But what’s the saying? No gain, no pain. Or, no pain, no shame… Whatever. You know what I mean. And let’s face it. There’s no way I would be doing this if I was stone-cold sober. But since I’m plastered? To hell with it.

I want you.

I know. Crazy, right? Not only am I your temporary roommate but I’m a chatty nurse from Providence with an impeccable bedside manner and secrets. You’re a broody, commitment-phobe sculptor from England who communicates in grunts and single syllables. Not to mention, you’re returning home in several weeks. And yet, from the moment you dragged me for being a Swiftie, I’ve wanted to climb you like my personal jungle gym.

There’s no future for us. I’m not even sure I like you half the time. But that doesn’t stop me from hungering for those same hands that bend and shape metal to bend and shape me. So in all my drunken glory, I guess what I’m trying to say is if you want me, I’m yours. For the next few weeks until you return across the pond and we resume our lives as before. No strings. No demands. No regrets.

So meet me in the kitchen where all this started.

Or don’t.

It’s your decision.

Not that it matters. It’s not like I’m going to do something monumentally dumb like hit send on this text.

–Zenobia

Broody Brit is a roommates/opposites attract/interracial romance inspired by British Bedmate.

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Published since 2009, USA Today Bestselling author Naima Simone loves writing sizzling romances with heart, a touch of humor and snark. Her books have been featured in The Washington Post and Entertainment Weekly, and described as balancing “crackling, electric love scenes with exquisitely rendered characters caught in emotional turmoil.”

She is wife to Superman, or his non-Kryptonian, less bullet proof equivalent, and mother to the most awesome kids ever. They all live in perfect, sometimes domestically-challenged bliss in the southern United States.

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