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* Review * COUNTRY MUSIC COWBOY by Sasha Summers

August 31, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * COUNTRY MUSIC COWBOY by Sasha Summers

Country Music Cowboy by Sasha Summers
Series: Kings of Country #3
Published by Sourcebooks Casablanca on August 24, 2021
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What's a country music star to do
when his world is falling apart around him?
Can he find his way back home?

According to his record label, Travis King's drinking and partying has to stop. Or else... Image rebranding means joining AA and singing opposite one of the industry's rising stars at an upcoming awards show. It wouldn't be so bad if Loretta Gram wasn't cold as ice. No matter how hard he turns on the charm, she won't give him a break. It looks like this cowboy has finally met his match.

Loretta is still grieving the death of her original singing partner, and she doesn't have it in her to deal with playboy Travis King. But her career is all she has, so if singing with the Three Kings is what she needs, she'll do it. Loretta isn't as cold as she lets on, but she's had more than her share of heartache. When she finally shows Travis who she is, he knows he'll do anything to be her forever cowboy.

Attention grabbing characters with powerful back stories nabbed me and held on tight throughout in the third book in the Kings of Country series by Sasha Summers. COUNTRY MUSIC COWBOY brings Travis King to the forefront as his life is falling apart around him and he’s trying to make a come back with the help of country music’s sweetheart.

I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a close knit family who are all country music stars with lots of drama surrounding them as each sibling finds their happily ever after.

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* Review * THE BASTARD’S BETRAYAL by Katee Robert

August 31, 2021 Leave a Comment

The Bastard's Betrayal by Katee Robert
Series: Scandalous Scions #1
Published by Trinkets and Tales LLC on August 25, 2021
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She thought it was love.

Rose Romanov is a mafia princess, and everything that entails. Violently over-protective parents. A giant extended family, all ready to kill anyone who looks at her wrong. Learning to run a business that isn’t exactly on the right side of the law. So, naturally, when she meets a nice guy who isn’t in the life, she falls hard… Right up until the she discovers her new boyfriend isn’t a civilian at all.

But he betrayed her.

When Dante Verducci was sent on an undercover mission to evaluate the Romanov family for weakness, he never expected to have an instant connection with their unlikely heir. There’s something fierce and feral about Rose that calls to him. They’re alike, even if they’re both lying to each other during the months they date. Before he could figure out a new plan, Rose finds out who he really is, dumps him, and immediately enters an engagement with the heir of a rival family. Yeah, no, that’s not going to work for Dante.

Now he’ll do anything to reclaim her. Even go to war.

Katee Roberts’ signature sizzle is shining bright as she brings a spin-off to her much loved O’Malleys series to life in THE BASTARD’S BETRAYAL! With the first book in her brand new Scandalous Scions series we get up close and personal with the eldest daughter of Dmitri Romanov and Keira O’Malley as passion explodes, danger ignites and drama is around every corner. Fast paced, highly addictive characters and glimpses of so many old favs kept me riveted throughout! I’m so looking forward to more in the series.

I highly recommend this book as well as the previous O’Malleys series to anyone who loves a dark and gritty mob story with passionate happily ever afters all around.

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* Review * FALLING FOR THE LAWMAN by Claire McEwen

August 31, 2021 Leave a Comment

Falling for the Lawman by Claire McEwen
Series: Heroes of Shelter Creek #6
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on August 24, 2021
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They made a great team…

But how long can they last?

Shelter Creek deputy Adam Sears wasn’t pleased about his temporary new partner. Anxious to catch some poachers, wildlife officer Gracie Long took too many unacceptable risks. Yet after learning Gracie had been through a trauma, Adam was determined to make this relationship work. But as a single father of two young kids, can he trust his family with someone so reckless once the assignment is over?

Heading back to Shelter Creek always feels like a visit home! With book six in the series Claire McEwen brings together two scarred people and helps make them whole again in FALLING FOR THE LAWMAN. The characters are approachable and easy to like and their back stories each bring a depth to the plot that plays out well throughout. Fast paced and hard to put down!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a sweet romance filled to the brim with heart and emotions as this small town brings love alive.

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* Release Blitz/Review * TIN QUEEN by Devney Perry

August 31, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * TIN QUEEN by Devney Perry

Tin Queen by Devney Perry
Series: Tin Gypsy #6
Published by Devney Perry LLC on August 31, 2021
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No promises. No expectations. No names. That’s what Emmett Stone agreed to with the woman who caught his eye two months ago. After years of drama following the end of the Tin Gypsy Motorcycle Club, a no-strings fling with a mystery woman is exactly what he needs. Except as they find themselves together more and more, it’s impossible for him to keep his feelings at bay. She’s clever and sassy. She’s gracious and kind. She loves riding on the back of his bike every Saturday afternoon and lazing in his bed every Sunday morning. She’s the perfect woman.

Except she’s Nova Talbot, the daughter of his archenemy—the man who murdered his father.

Her identity will cost her the man who’s captured her heart unless she can convince Emmett her feelings are true.

Before he learns the reason she proposed their fling in the first place.

Devney Perry shines bright in this fast-paced, attention grabbing conclusion to her riveting Tin Gypsy series! This series has held my attention throughout with great characters, awesome love stories and enough turmoil and drama to keep me coming back for more again and again. I’m really going to miss this great group of friends and family, but what a fitting conclusion!

Emmett hasn’t lived the same carefree lifestyle since his father was killed and the Gypsies disbanded. He keeps his eyes on the prize of making sure his MC family and those grown from it are safe and lives for one day to another … until trouble crosses his path in the guise of a beautiful woman who he’s going to make his anytime he pleases and then walk away.

Nova is out for revenge. He might not know her true identity, but she sure knows his and that of the people surrounding him. She plans to infiltrate their little circle and get all of the info she needs … she just doesn’t plan on falling for him in the process.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a close-knit MC family who stands by each other’s sides as love comes knocking again and again.

Tin Queen by Devney Perry is now live!

No promises. No expectations. No names. That’s what Emmett Stone agreed to with the woman who caught his eye two months ago. After years of drama following the end of the Tin Gypsy Motorcycle Club, a no-strings fling with a mystery woman is exactly what he needs. Except as they find themselves together more and more, it’s impossible for him to keep his feelings at bay. She’s clever and sassy. She’s gracious and kind. She loves riding on the back of his bike every Saturday afternoon and lazing in his bed every Sunday morning. She’s the perfect woman. Except she’s Nova Talbot, the daughter of his archenemy–the man who murdered his father. Her identity will cost her the man who’s captured her heart unless she can convince Emmett her feelings are true. Before he learns the reason she proposed their fling in the first place.

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Meet Devney

Devney is a USA Today bestselling author who lives in Washington with her husband and two sons. Born and raised in Montana, she loves writing books set in her treasured home state. After working in the technology industry for nearly a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to enjoy a slower pace at home with her family. Writing one book, let alone many, was not something she ever expected to do. But now that she’s discovered her true passion for writing romance, she has no plans to ever stop.

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* Review * FALLING FOR HER CONVENIENT GROOM by Jennifer Faye

August 30, 2021 Leave a Comment

Falling for Her Convenient Groom by Jennifer Faye
Series: Wedding Bells at Lake Como #2
Published by Harlequin Romance on August 24, 2021
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Will their business deal…
…give them more than they bargained for?

To appease her overbearing father, Carla told him that she’s engaged. She doesn’t, however, have a fiancé…yet! That’s where Franco comes in—if they marry temporarily, she’ll ensure that both of their companies will mutually benefit. Since neither wants a relationship, saying “I do” is strictly for business. But with their undeniable chemistry, can they keep it that way?

This unlikely pair was quick to grab my attention and kept me hooked throughout! With the second book in her Wedding Bells at Lake Como series Jennifer Faye brings a delightful cast of characters to life with a family feud being the least of their worries when FALLING FOR HER CONVENIENT GROOM spins a tale of a marriage of convenience that is more than they ever bargained for.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a well developed picturesque setting in Italy to carry you through each developing love story.

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* Review * SECRETS OF A ONE NIGHT STAND by Naima Simone

August 30, 2021 Leave a Comment

Secrets of a One Night Stand by Naima Simone
Series: Billionaires of Boston #2
Published by Harlequin Desire on August 24, 2021
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She told herself it was one night. Nothing more.

But her heart knew the truth…

Finding out her previous one-night fling is her new boss is the shock of Mycah Hill’s lifetime. She can’t say no to being VP for software CEO Achilles Farrell—she’s finally made her career dream come true. But knowing he’s so close… It’s only a matter of time before she’s back in his arms. It can’t end well. Achilles’s tortured family history means he’s not up for sticking around long-term. But Mycah’s surprise pregnancy is about to change everything…

Delectable characters, steamy chemistry and all the feels are racing with the second book in Naima Simone’s Billionaires of Boston series! SECRETS OF A ONE NIGHT STAND brings us the story of the first of Cain’s illegitimate brothers, Achilles … and he is fine! I’m looking forward to Kenan’s story next!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a family saga of unknown siblings playing out as they get to know each other and each find love.

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* Release Blitz/Review * A DELICIOUS DILEMMA by Sera Taino

August 30, 2021 Leave a Comment

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A Delicious Dilemma by Sera Taíno
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on August 24, 2021
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It's hard to remain enemies when you've broken bread together

Val Navarro’s first mistake: going out dancing after a bad breakup when the chef should be focused on her family business. Her second mistake? Thinking the handsome, sensitive stranger she meets could be more than a rebound – until she discovers he’s Philip Wagner of Wagner Developments. His father’s company could shut down her Puerto Rican restaurant and unravel her tight-knit neighborhood. When Philip takes over negotiations, Val wants to believe he has good intentions. But is following her heart a recipe for disaster?

This fresh voice is one to watch after the joy this culturally rich debut brings to life! Sera Taino delivers well developed characters with just enough turmoil to peak our interest and hold it as love enters the mix and dazzles in A DELICIOUS DILEMMA. I’ll be watching for more from this delightful new author!

Val is a refreshing character. She never loses sight of her family heritage and loving traditions even as she steps forward to help save and enrich the neighborhood they adore. The intermingling of life, love and hearth is really satisfying.

Philip should feel like the bad guy in this book since he’s part of the redevelopment group, but he’s really sweet and down to earth and watching him fall for Val and want her to have everything she always dreamed of is heartwarming.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an enemies to lovers story with a whole lot of heart and close knit community involved.

A Delicious Dilemma by Sera Taíno is out now! Pre-order now and get an EXCLUSIVE cookbook straight from the fictional family restaurant featured in the novel! Simply email seraspromos@gmail.com with a screenshot or forward of your pre-order receipt to claim!

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Different worlds collide in Sera Taino’s debut novel.

It’s hard to remain enemies when you’ve broken bread together

Val Navarro’s first mistake: going out dancing after a bad breakup when the chef should be focused on her family business. Her second mistake? Thinking the handsome, sensitive stranger she meets could be more than a rebound – until she discovers he’s Philip Wagner of Wagner Developments. His father’s company could shut down her Puerto Rican restaurant and unravel her tight-knit neighborhood. When Philip takes over negotiations, Val wants to believe he has good intentions. But is following her heart a recipe for disaster?

From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.

About Sera:

Debut romance author Sera Taíno was selected for Harlequin’s Romance Includes You Mentorship, an initiative launched in 2019 to reach out to diverse communities of writers and bring more own voices stories to romance readers. For more information on this initiative, click here.

She is also the author of several short contemporary romances, including her latest, “Oil and Vinegar,” part of A More Perfect Union: A Voting-Themed Romance Benefit Anthology. All proceeds benefit Fair Fight, a national voting rights organization based in Georgia.

Her debut, #ownvoices novel, A Delicious Dilemma, is out now with Harlequin Romance Special Edition.

When she is not writing, she can usually be found teaching, traveling, or wrangling her family.

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* Review * CARIBBEAN NIGHTS WITH THE TYCOON by Andrea Bolter

August 26, 2021 Leave a Comment

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Caribbean Nights with the Tycoon by Andrea Bolter
Series: Billion-Dollar Matches #3
Published by Harlequin Romance on August 24, 2021
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Seven nights in paradise…
…isn’t enough!

Actress Luna has spent a year away from the spotlight. So her best friend has convinced her it’s time for some fun and has organized—via the exclusive M dating agency!—a trip to Puerto Rico… Luna has agreed, so long as her date isn’t looking for happily-ever-after! But she isn’t prepared for her explosive attraction to buttoned-up tycoon Charlie or the resulting realization that she now doesn’t want to leave the Caribbean…

This whimsical hookup is sure to please when the third couple taking part in the Billion-Dollar Matches connect and quickly combust. Andrea Bolter paints the picture of a burnt out actress and a long-grieving billionaire who agree to a week together in paradise. Neither is expecting or wanting to find love … but the fates have something in store for them!

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a blind date scenario where true love is the endgame.

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* Review * STRONGER THAN YOU KNOW by Lori Foster

August 26, 2021 Leave a Comment

Stronger Than You Know by Lori Foster
Series: The McKenzies of Ridge Trail #2
Published by HQN Books on August 24, 2021
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Their secrets run deep, but desire runs deeper…

Kennedy Brooks has spent years learning how to protect herself, and empowering other women to do the same. Still, there are some hazards that can’t be predicted. That includes Reyes McKenzie, who owns her local gym. Strong, capable, and watchful, he seems like the one man who might understand her past. For once, Kennedy is tempted to let her guard down—something she’s vowed never to do.

The moment petite, fiercely determined Kennedy walked into his gym, Reyes knew that she carried secrets. What he didn’t expect was that she could tell the same about him. When trouble tracks her down, she turns to Reyes, unleashing a maelstrom of protective instinct and mutual desire. But will her need for him end when the danger does, or will they take the ultimate risk—on each other?

These McKenzies’ just keep getting better and better! With the second book in her McKenzies of Ridge Trail series Lori Foster dazzles us with Reyes and Kennedy and loads of chemistry and danger. This series is filled with intrigue and heart and keeps us on our toes throughout. I can’t wait for Madison’s story!

I highly recommend this book as well as the series to anyone who enjoys a close knit family out to right the wrongs in the world as each sibling finds their happily ever after along the way.

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* Review * THE BULL RIDER’S FRESH START by Heidi McCahan

August 25, 2021 Leave a Comment

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The Bull Rider's Fresh Start by Heidi McCahan
Published by Love Inspired on August 24, 2021
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This cowboy can charm almost anyone…

except the mother of his surprise baby girl.

Former bull rider Landon Chambers has made mistakes. Big ones. But discovering that he's the father of a sweet little girl might be the best thing ever. Now Landon just has to convince her mother, navy diver Kelsey Sinclair, that his wild, troubled cowboy days are over. But Kelsey’s not quite sure she can trust Landon with her little girl…or her cautious heart.

This second chance romance was quick to catch my attention and won over my heart easily. The premise is fresh and down to earth and the characters are both nerve-wracking and endearing. I highly enjoyed their story!

Kelsey was a hard character to like. One one hand you can understand her mistrust and self-righteousness, but on the other hand she has some explaining to do too for keeping secrets.

Landon was a sweetheart and easy to forgive his misdeeds because he is truly trying to better his life and make up for his past weaknesses.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a faith based story of healing and second chances.

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