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* Review * INNOCENT IN THE SHEIKH’S PALACE by Dani Collins

October 27, 2020 Leave a Comment

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* Review * INNOCENT IN THE SHEIKH’S PALACE by Dani Collins

Innocent in the Sheikh's Palace by Dani Collins
Published by Harlequin Presents on November 1, 2020
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His desert vow…to crown the virgin’s baby!

Having failed to find Mr. Right, plain librarian Hannah Meeks decided to start the family she’s desperately wanted on her own. Only to discover that her miracle baby is actually the heir to the throne of Baaqi…

Sheikh Akin Sarraf was the unwanted spare. Now, finding out his late brother had unknowingly fathered a child, Akin’s duty is to bring Hannah to his palace and make her his wife! Marrying for love was always out of the question. But Hannah’s independent spirit is exasperating…until it’s intoxicating…

A royal romance with so many feels! INNOCENT IN THE SHEIKH’S PALACE by Dani Collins does not disappoint! I immediately was drawn to the story of this fertility mix-up and as drama unfolded page after page I found it hard to put down. Definitely an exciting read!

Hannah is a joy. She’s self-assured and kind-hearted, so when learning of the circumstances of her baby’s conception, she agrees to accompany Akin back to his home country.

Akin started out as gruff and demanding and I thought for sure I was going to have to dislike him, but as we begin to unravel his backstory and learn the place he’s held in his family for so many years, I couldn’t help but sympathize. The side of him that Hannah brings to life is beautiful.

I highly recommend this story to anyone who loves a complex royal romance with lots of drama and temptation.

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* Review * HIS CHRISTMAS CINDERELLA by Christy Jeffries

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* Review * HIS CHRISTMAS CINDERELLA by Christy Jeffries

His Christmas Cinderella by Christy Jeffries
Series: His Christmas Cinderella #5
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on November 1, 2020
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An enchanted evening with a stranger leaves him wanting more…

A gift money can’t buy…

Super-rich rancher Jordan Taylor has it all—except someone to share his life with. What he really wants for Christmas is to win the heart of Camilla Sanchez, the hardworking waitress he met at a charity ball. Camilla thinks they are too different to make it work, but Jordan is determined to prove her wrong. She grants him his wish: three weeks to convince her he is worthy of her love. Perhaps this will be the holiday that changes everything…

This sinfully decadent modern day Cinderella story has him hoping upon hope that he’ll be able to locate the woman who might just have stolen his heart! With book five in the always entertaining Montana Mavericks: What Happened to Beatrix series Christy Jeffries brings us HIS CHRISTMAS CINDERELLA and I loved it! The characters were both delightful, their connection spot-on and their happily ever after brings all the feels!

Jordan is a doll. He’s rich and successful and should have just about everything his heart desires, but meeting Camilla at the ball feels like a sucker punch to the gut with emotions he never expected. He’s determined to find her and make her his as soon as possible!

Camilla has big dreams and the guts to put herself out there to try to achieve them. She’s convinced that Jordan is only interested because she’s a novelty, but she’s willing to give him the time to come to his senses and see that their lifestyles don’t mix … she just never expects to enjoy the time along the way so much.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves emotional stories of love, loss and happily ever afters as we try to solve the big mystery that spans the series.

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* Review * PLAYING THE BILLIONAIRE’S GAME by Pippa Roscoe

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* Review * PLAYING THE BILLIONAIRE’S GAME by Pippa Roscoe

Playing the Billionaire's Game by Pippa Roscoe
Published by Harlequin Presents on November 1, 2020
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“You’re playing a dangerous game.”

But is she playing for business…or pleasure?

Fourteen days. That’s how long exiled duke Sebastian gives art valuer Sia Keating to try to prove he stole a famous painting. Once she has proof, she’ll demand her job back! She’s worked too hard to build her reputation and throw off her father’s corrupt shadow. She won’t go down without a fight.

But having complete access to his life doesn’t mean Sia can breach the gap Sebastian keeps between himself and the world. That’s something only embracing their dangerous attraction can do…

A quirky take on an enemies to lovers romance that will have you intrigued! PLAYING THE BILLIONAIRE’S GAME by Pippa Roscoe begins a bit slow, but as we become entrenched into the background of both characters, things get real rather quickly and the pace picks up. I enjoyed their connection!

Sia is a complex character. She’s worked hard to overcome her father’s reputation in the art industry to carve out a place of her own, but the games being played are threatening the life she’s built for herself and she’s not going to stand for it.

Sebastian has a kind heart. He didn’t mean to bring Sia down with his plan for justice, but he can’t undo what’s been done without hurting other people he cares about. I enjoyed watching them find their way through it all to come out on the other side.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys art and romance. The characters are intriguing and the story line is fresh.

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* Review * FALLING FOR THE SECRET PRINCE by Alison Roberts

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Falling for the Secret Prince by Alison Roberts
Series: Royal Christmas at Seattle General #1
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on November 1, 2020
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Revealing his past…

is a risk worth taking!

Dr. Dom di Rossi’s world literally crashes through the ER doors when his father, the king of Isola Verde, is involved in a car crash. Until now, Dom’s royal connection has been carefully guarded. But when Dr. Emilia Featherstone, his old medical school rival, recognizes a previously unseen vulnerability behind his delicious eyes, she unintentionally becomes the keeper of his secret—and his heart!

A whirlwind of emotions and turmoil turns up the heat in this enemies to lovers medical romance! With the first book in the brand new Royal Christmas at Seattle General series, Alison Roberts kicks off the story line with FALLING FOR THE SECRET PRINCE and the drama is fast paced and exciting from the very start! Great bones and a stellar follow through makes for a very enjoyable read. I’m looking forward to continuing the series.

Dom is easy to sympathize with and understand his predicament, but he also brings a self-assuredness to the table that is comforting. I liked him as a person and I liked his family loyalty.

Emilia was a fun character. The sparks they generated as rivals played into the attraction they felt for each other and made for a great connection.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a secret royal romance and a medical romance all rolled into one. The premise for the story is great and the set up for more in the series is shining bright already.

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* Release Blast/Review * ONLY ONE CHANCE by Natasha Madison

October 21, 2020 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blast/Review * ONLY ONE CHANCE by Natasha Madison

Only One Chance by Natasha Madison
Series: Only One #2
on October 20, 2020
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Miller

They called me the pretty boy on and off the ice. Hockey’s most eligible bachelor.

When my teammate asked me to donate one date to his charity, I figured why not. Worst case, I’d spend the night with a fan. Best-case scenario, she would be hot. What I wasn’t expecting was for my dream girl to be the highest bidder.

For years, she brushed me off, and now, I finally had a chance to take her out and show her who I really was.

With only one shot at this, I really hoped I didn’t mess it up.

Layla

At the top of my career, I was riding the wave of my sports talk show having the best rating on the radio.

I also made it a rule to never date any sports players.

It was my one rule, and I was sticking to it until I bid on the only man who gets under my skin.

All it takes is one touch, one night, one kiss, and only one chance.

Swoon-worthy romance! The ultimate hockey hook-up has been a longtime coming as he’s lusted after her for years while she’s openly hated his guts. The tables are finally turning in his direction as she starts letting him knock down the walls she erected long ago and OMG, it’s worthy of all the feels! I am so loving this series and cannot wait for more!

Miller is hot personified and you have to simply love him! He’s unapologetic for the life he leads and it’s kind of a breath of fresh air really. I loved how much he fell for her.

Layla is a powerhouse and watching her figure out that he might not be the guy she thought he was anymore is mega special.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a hockey romance that’s strong in game and in love as one player after another shows their warm heart and decadent moves to their special lady.

Release Date: October 20

From USA Bestseller Natasha Madison comes a brand new Hockey series The Only One.

Miller

They called me the pretty boy on and off the ice. Hockey’s most eligible bachelor.

When my teammate asked me to donate one date to his charity, I figured why not. Worst case, I’d spend the night with a fan. Best-case scenario, she would be hot. What I wasn’t expecting was for my dream girl to be the highest bidder.

For years, she brushed me off, and now, I finally had a chance to take her out and show her who I really was.

With only one shot at this, I really hoped I didn’t mess it up.

Layla

At the top of my career, I was riding the wave of my sports talk show having the best rating on the radio.

I also made it a rule to never date any sports players.

It was my one rule, and I was sticking to it until I bid on the only man who gets under my skin.

All it takes is one touch, one night, one kiss, and only one chance.

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* Review * AGENT BY HER SIDE by Deborah Fletcher Mello

October 21, 2020 Leave a Comment

Agent By Her Side by Deborah Fletcher Mello
Series: Colton 911: Grand Rapids #4
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on October 1, 2020
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She’ll do anything to track a killer

And he’ll do anything to keep her in line…

If PI Kiely Colton must work with FBI agent Cooper Winston, she will. But to solve a cold case, she won’t change her break-the-rules style to accommodate the single father’s by-the-book principles. As the investigation progresses, Kiely finds herself inexplicably attracted to her exacting partner and enchanted by his adorable son. Will a ruthless killer put an end to their possible future before it really begins?

An emotional race against time! With book four in the Colton 911: Grand Rapids series Deborah Fletcher Mello takes the reigns and quickly immerses her reader into a non-stop realm of danger as they try to figure out who has them in their sights … and why. The characters drew me in easily and the storyline was fast paced and exciting. I’m loving this series!

Kiely Colton is as easy to like as all of her siblings have been so far, and seeing her start to melt at the feet of this adorable little boy just endeared her to this reader’s heart even more. She’s confident and self-assured but down-to-earth and approachable.

Cooper is a gentle soul. He’s hard-nosed about following protocol on the job, but he’s putty in the hands of the son he’s been raising on his own since his wife died. Seeing him watch his son fall in love with the first mother-figure he’s ever known is breathtaking.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who wants a romance filled with fast paced action and intrigue as the couple comes together and builds a future.

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* Review * UNTAMED PASSION by Cat Schield

October 20, 2020 Leave a Comment

Untamed Passion by Cat Schield
Series: Dynasties: Seven Sins #6
Published by Harlequin Desire on October 1, 2020
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Feel the drama and passion in the Dynasties: Seven Sins series!

One spectacular night… with an explosive aftermath!
Desire as volatile as theirs has consequences that could last a lifetime…

When a single rapturous night with Sammi Guzman leaves the intoxicating model pregnant, photographer Oliver Lowell is determined to embrace his responsibilities. But his wrath over his father’s numerous betrayals has haunted him for years and leaves Oliver feeling ill equipped for parenthood. Passion has never been his and Sammi’s problem, but will this black sheep tame his demons for good?

Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives of the American elite.

One man’s betrayal can destroy generations. Fifteen years ago, a hedge-fund hotshot vanished with billions, leaving the high-powered families of Falling Brook changed forever. Now seven heirs, shaped by his betrayal, must reckon with the sins of the past. Passion may be their only path to redemption. Experience all Seven Sins!

Uncensored lust leads to consequences they never expected! With book six in the always sinful Dynasties: Seven Sins series Cat Schield delivers one of my favorites so far in the series when a footloose playboy meets his match and curtails his wild ways. The characters each had intriguing back stories and the passion they ignited was decadent. Looking forward to what the conclusion of this dramatic series has in store for us!

Oliver just might be my favorite of the characters affected by the Black Crescent scandal yet. He’s such a kind-hearted guy and pours his pain and struggles out bit by bit to show us the man he used to be and how far he’s come to put himself back together. I adored him and loved watching him fall for his new future.

Sammi is a sweetheart. She’s worked hard all of her life to try to achieve greatness but just feels like she’s some kind of a Barbie doll playing at life. She has a breakthrough when life throws her the curve of a baby on the way and makes her strive to be the person she really wants to be for that little one.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a dramatic love story filled with passion, angst and happily ever afters.

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* Review * THE SINGLE DAD’S HOLIDAY WISH by Susan Carlisle

October 20, 2020 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THE SINGLE DAD’S HOLIDAY WISH by Susan Carlisle

The Single Dad's Holiday Wish by Susan Carlisle
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on November 1, 2020
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All he wants for Christmas…

…is her!

Christmas is supposed to be the most magical time of the year. But for single dad and doctor Carter Jacobs, it only holds painful memories. He definitely isn’t looking for romance. Until Carter meets hardworking Dr. Liz Poole. She offers a safe harbor and the promise of a future Carter thought lost to him… As Christmas approaches, might Carter’s happily-ever-after be just around the corner?

Small town charm is hard to resist in this magical holiday romance! With the back drop of Christmas and an adorable little boy in the mix Susan Carlisle was quick to nab my heart in THE SINGLE DAD’S HOLIDAY WISH. Great character interaction, several medical situations to heighten the drama and so many instances of pure holiday joy made this story a winner from start to finish!

Carter had me from hello. A single dad who adores his child, a husband done wrong and a strong thread in the blanket of his community … who could ask for more? Loved him!

Liz was also a great character. She suffered situations in her life that made her doubt her worth even though she was a remarkable woman, so seeing her find her strength and let it shine when she needed it most was breathtaking.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a holiday romance filled with an adorable family in the making and lots of plot thickening moments. I thoroughly enjoyed their story!

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* Review * THE VOWS HE MUST KEEP by Amanda Cinelli

October 20, 2020 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THE VOWS HE MUST KEEP by Amanda Cinelli

The Vows He Must Keep by Amanda Cinelli
Series: The Avelar Family Scandals #1
Published by Harlequin Presents on November 1, 2020
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A pledge to protect…

That will be tested at the altar!

After tragedy strikes, Daniela Avelar steps up as CEO to her brother’s global yacht empire. But to prevent corporate mutiny, she needs the help of his business partner, Valerio Marchesi.

Little does Daniela know that Valerio has already sworn to keep her safe. And when the tycoon discovers she’s in grave danger, he insists she become his bride! He’ll risk the unavoidable chemistry that sparks every time they lock eyes. Because this engagement of convenience is anything but… It’s a red-hot fire burning out of control!

A passionate story of lust and betrayal! With the first book in her Avelar Family Scandals duet, Amanda Cinelli is quick to enthrall her reader with a story of loss in THE VOWS HE MUST KEEP. The characters were multi-faceted as carriers of the drama for the loss they shared and in holding the reader’s attention as passion began to ignite between them like never before. I’m looking forward to more in the series.

Daniela was quick to draw my sympathy as we met with the news of her picking up the pieces after losing her brother and the added stress of a business takeover in the making if she can’t get his business partner back at the helm to calm the board.

Valerio is a complex character. He’s easy to understand, but difficult to read the depth of his guilt. He eventually tells Daniela why he felt the need to distance himself from the company and steps up to make things right with her.

I highly recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a fast paced romance filled with equal amounts of romance and strife.

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* Review * A CALIFORNIA CHRISTMAS by Brenda Novak

October 16, 2020 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A CALIFORNIA CHRISTMAS by Brenda Novak

A California Christmas by Brenda Novak
Series: Silver Springs #7
Published by MIRA on October 13, 2020
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Spend the holidays in Silver Springs, where the greatest gift of all is the love you never expected.

Up-and-coming TV anchor Emery Bliss can’t imagine anything more humiliating than the sex tape her ex revenge-posted online. That is, until it causes her to lose her job on top of her self-esteem. Seeking solace—and anonymity—in Silver Springs, Emery isn’t looking to get involved with another man any time soon. But when she’s thrown back into contact with Dallas Turner, she sees something that his many detractors have missed.

Being home for the holidays and his adoptive mother’s wedding isn’t where mountain climber Dallas feels most comfortable. Thanks to his troubled childhood, he’d rather be on a rock face alone than trying to connect with people. Emery, however, makes him want to overcome his past…somehow.

Both Emery and Dallas had been planning on a quiet, solitary Christmas, but the sparks between them are lighting a fire strong enough to last—possibly forever.

A happy occasion brings the family back together again! What better way to reconnect with Aiyana and her Silver Springs brood than watching her happily ever after commence over her Christmas wedding to Cal. With book seven in the series Brenda Novak delights with the perfect amount of love, happiness and angst to keep her reader riveted throughout.

Dallas Turner is returning home from his mountain climbing adventures to be with his family for the holidays and his mom’s wedding celebrations. He didn’t expect to reconnect with his high school crush the minute he steps in the door.

Emery Bliss grew up in Silver Springs and though she struck out in the big city of LA in her TV personality career, it’s home she needs when the world starts falling apart around her.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a tight-knit family who always has each other’s back as they slowly find their happily ever after.

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