* Review * OUT OF THE STORM by B.J. Daniels

* Review * OUT OF THE STORM by B.J. DanielsOut of the Storm by B.J. Daniels
Series: A Buckhorn, Montana Novel #1
Published by HQN Books on December 29, 2020
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five-stars

She can’t lose him again…

One look at his warm brown eyes and Kate Jackson knows she’s found her husband. It’s been twenty years since Daniel went missing in a refinery explosion and was finally declared dead, but Kate never gave up hope, convinced he was somewhere out there, suffering from amnesia. Then, on a trip to Buckhorn, Montana, she sees him—working as a carpenter, scarred, but still her Danny. Yet Jon Harper, as he calls himself, insists he’s a stranger.

Jon is certain he’s not the man Kate’s looking for. Though some of his memories are lost in shadow, how could he ever forget a woman like that? One thing Jon’s instinct does tell him is that she’s in danger from the very person she should trust most. Helping loyal, lovely Kate will mean exposing his own perilous past…but it’s the only way to protect her and this new chance at forever.

 

Emotional with a rich depth of love. OUT OF THE STORM is the first book in the Buckhorn, Montana series by B.J. Daniels and I loved it so much that I just added book two to my TBR pile! We’re taken on a journey of finding a lost love, but there’s a secondary story of mystery and danger going on at the same time that really holds your attention. My heart was stolen by great core characters and an endearing story.

Kate Jackson is loyal and caring. She lost her husband a couple of decades ago, but she’s never given up hope that she would find him one day still alive. Now she thinks she’s done it in small town Buckhorn, but the look-a-like she’s seen is telling her she hasn’t.

She’s on the verge of moving forward with her life, but if there’s even a small chance that it’s him, she can’t live with herself if she walks away.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that loves a small town romance rich with love, turmoil and a happily ever after.

five-stars

* Review * FIGHTING THE FIRE by Laura Kaye

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* Review * FIGHTING THE FIRE by Laura KayeFighting the Fire by Laura Kaye
Series: Warrior Fight Club #3
Published by Laura Kaye on March 30, 2021
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four-stars

One night is never enough…

For firefighter Sean Riddick, Warrior Fight Club keeps the demons of his past at bay, even though it means seeing Daniela England. Her ball-busting sarcasm drives him nuts, and he knows he’s damaged goods anyway, but he can’t help but remember how good they were together that one time. Now he wants to take her to the mats no matter how much they go toe to toe.

ER nurse Daniela England has lost so much that she’s vowed never to need anyone again. Fight club helps her beat back her survivor’s guilt, but it means dealing with Riddick. The hot-but-infuriating firefighter is everything she wants to avoid, which is why their one-night stand was a mistake. Now she needs to keep her distance so it doesn’t happen again.

But when Dani witnesses Sean’s motorcycle accident, she steps up to help him recover. One on one, they get beneath all the snark and find a connection neither expected. As Sean heals, the sparks between them burst into red-hot passion—and ignite old wounds. Now there are fires all around—and they have to decide which they’ll fight and which they’ll let consume them.

 

Delectable sexual tension! Laura Kaye is finally delivering on that sexy firefighter we’ve heard so much about in the Warrior Fight Club series and he’s as delicious as we assumed. In FIGHTING THE FIRE we delve into Sean and Dani’s story just as he has an accident that sidelines him for awhile. I wasn’t as all in as I am with some of Kaye’s couples, but I enjoyed their story.

Sean is a sweetheart. We see him at his most vulnerable in this book, yet his tough guy persona is still lurking underneath to peak through and smile at us now and again.

Daniela started out being a tad snarky, but as soon as she witnesses Sean’s accident, a button is pressed in her and she’s all in as his avenging angel.

I recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a comradery between veterans trying to find a way past their demons after returning home. The characters are intense and the romance is rewarding.

four-stars

* Review * RUNAWAY GROOM by Lynne Marshall

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* Review * RUNAWAY GROOM by Lynne MarshallRunaway Groom by Lynne Marshall
Series: The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune #4
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on March 30, 2021
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five-stars

From “I don’t” to…”I might?”

When Mark Mendoza discovers his fiancée cheating on him on their wedding day, he hightails it out of town. Megan Fortune is there to pick up the pieces—and to act as his faux girlfriend when his ex shows up. Mark swears he will never get involved again. Megan doesn’t want to be a “rebound” fling. But they find each other irresistible. What’s a fake couple to do?

 

I was hooked from the very start! With book four in The Fortunes of Texas: Hotel Fortune series it’s Lynne Marshall’s turn to pick up the Fortune family reins and delight us with the next sibling HEA. What starts out as a fake relationship doesn’t stay that way very long when Mark and Megan start to fall for one another. I loved their story and am looking forward to more in the series.

Mark is easy to sympathize with and seems like a good natured guy. Seeing him overcome his rigidness when it comes to the thought of love is rewarding.

Megan is a breath of fresh air. She’s sweet, she’s kind, and she’s just what Mark needs to keep his cheating ex at bay.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who likes to see the siblings of a high powered family fall in love one by one. There is always a lot of heart in this series.

five-stars

* Review * CATCHING MR. RIGHT by Carol Ross

* Review * CATCHING MR. RIGHT by Carol RossCatching Mr. Right by Carol Ross
Series: Seasons of Alaska #7
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on February 1, 2021
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five-stars

They can’t both win…

Can they?

Louisiana angler Victoria Thibodeaux needs the spokesperson contract with Romeo Reels to keep her business going and give her daughter a better life. But her hard-won confidence sinks to the bottom of the bayou when her rival, Alaskan fisherman Seth James, arrives. With his smooth-talking charm, handsome Seth could steal both her job and her heart, unless secrets from her past catch up with her first…

 

With her signature ease at weaving a tale and tugging on our heartstrings Carol Ross once again delighted me on a return visit to her Seasons of Alaska series! With a fresh plot concept, a couple of adorable kiddos and an easy to like couple, we embark on a journey of love and forgiveness in CATCHING MR. RIGHT and I loved every minute of it!

Victoria is a character that is pure comfort to be around and you’re rooting for her every minute of the book. She is all about family and giving them all the best life possible.

Seth was sweet and easily brought a smile to my face with his easy friendship with the kids.

I recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a heartwarming small town romance with a guaranteed HEA and a cast of great characters.

five-stars

* Review * THE REBEL by Kendall Ryan

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* Review * THE REBEL by Kendall RyanThe Rebel by Kendall Ryan
Series: Looking to Score #1
on March 30, 2021
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four-stars

I never thought I’d see her again.

We shared one hot night together back in college before our paths took us in different directions.

But now, the most brilliant and beautiful woman I’ve ever met is back in my life. And the chemistry I remember? It’s more combustible than ever.

Except…our fling is forbidden and must exist only in secret. Her rules, not mine.

I can’t be her forever. I’m not that guy, and even she knows it.

But I can’t stay away from her either. I’m determined to claim not just her body but her heart, even if that’s the one thing she’s vowed not to give me.

 

An unforgettable meet cute! With the first book in her Looking To Score series Kendall Ryan brings a really fun relationship to life in THE REBEL. I enjoyed the adorableness of Eden and Holt together but I felt like there was so much potential drama and strife left out of the equation where the whole ex factored into the storyline. There was also a prequel novella (ONE NIGHT WITH THE REBEL) for this series, but then that prequel word for word was put into the front of this book as Chapters 1 through 6 with no explanation, so there was unnecessary confusion.

Eden’s character is a bit of a mash-up. She was a follower when she was with her ex and didn’t stand up for what she wanted in life, but now she’s stepping into her own and taking charge of the hockey team she inherited.

Holt was a sweetheart. I really enjoyed seeing him get to reconnect with the one that got away.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a hockey romance with dramatic setups and complex characters.

four-stars

* Review * CUSTOM MADE by Chantal Fernando

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* Review * CUSTOM MADE by Chantal FernandoCustom Made by Chantal Fernando
Series: Fast & Fury #2
Published by Carina Press on March 30, 2021
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five-stars

Cameron Davies has the job she’s always wanted—designing custom motorcycles at Fast & Fury. No way is she going to screw this up. But when her wild, sexy one-night stand ends up being the shop’s new VIP client, her life is suddenly turned on its head.

Orion Stenton radiates power, danger and, most of all, sex. His lavish lifestyle is fraught with dangers for Cam—and a far too intimate link to her past. She has to keep things professional, but it’s impossible to forget the feel of him or the way he whispers her name.

The connection between them demands far more than a quick fling. But when Cam’s past puts Orion in danger, she must face her demons if she’s going to save them both.

 

So much complexity rolled into one amazing book! With the second book in her Fast & Fury series Chantal Fernando brings us Cam’s story in CUSTOM MADE, and it was so much more than I expected. She’s living the dream, but her past comes back to haunt her when the man of her dreams ends up connected to a demon from her past. The storyline was addictive and fast paced and left me super excited for the series to continue!

Cameron is a doll. She’s tough and self-assured, but has that soft inner heart that can’t forgive herself for the past. Watching her fall hard for a man was so much fun.

Orion is high-powered and tough, but when it comes to Cam he’s a total teddy bear right from the start. I adored him, even if he did let me down a few times throughout the book.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a close knit group of friends and coworkers who will give their heart and soul to help one of their own if need be. Watching them pair off into their forever love match is really satisfying.

five-stars

* Review * AN UNEXPECTED FATHER by Marie Ferrarella

* Review * AN UNEXPECTED FATHER by Marie FerrarellaAn Unexpected Father by Marie Ferrarella
Series: The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune #3
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on March 1, 2021
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five-stars

This is the story of a man named Brady

Reformed playboy Brady Fortune has suddenly become legal guardian to his best friend’s little boys, and he is in over his head…until Harper Radcliffe comes to the rescue. His new nanny makes everything better, but her past makes her wary. Can Brady convince her they can somehow form a family? Their Fortune bunch won’t feel complete without her!

 

This ready-made family will steal your heart! With the third book in The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune series Marie Ferrarella delights her readers with Brady Fortune’s story and it does not disappoint. There wasn’t a huge amount of relationship development in AN UNEXPECTED FATHER, but the overall warmth of the story and the adorable twin aspect carried the story well. I really enjoyed Brady and Harper and look forward to more from the Fortunes as the series continues.

Brady was quick to catch my heart because of the instant father situation he finds himself in and the sincerity in which he forges all in.

Harper and her connection with the twins was adorable, and watching her fall head over heals for Brady was heartwarming.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a fast paced series based on various members of the same family finding their happily ever afters as a bit of mystery hangs in the background as the storyline continues.

five-stars

* Review * THE SWEET TALKER by Gina Azzi

* Review * THE SWEET TALKER by Gina AzziThe Sweet Talker by Gina Azzi
Series: Boston Hawks Hockey #1
on January 27, 2021
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five-stars

I’ve sworn off hockey players. Until the pregnancy test turns pink.

Noah Scotch is revered in Boston, a veritable god on the ice. I’m a nerdy, newly minted college professor who would rather color code my planner than hit the club scene. Noah shouldn’t look at me twice but when he does, I falter.

Who can blame me?

The sweet talker with the deliciously chiseled abs and sinful chocolate eyes is a force. On and off the ice. One hot and intense night with Noah has me second guessing my lack of a dating life.

Friends with benefits? He offers, I dive in headfirst. Growing up in a hockey family, I know better than to get serious with a player.

But the more time I spend getting to know Noah, the more my intention to keep things casual rings false.

Now, I’ve got a hopeful heart and a baby on the way.

I just need to tell Noah. But when I do, will I end up with everything I never knew I wanted? Or on my own?

 

Sweet, sassy and sexy as all get out! With a first in a series read of a new author to me, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I dived into the Boston Hawks hockey world in THE SWEET TALKER, but it wasn’t long before I was all in and hooked on every word! The characters are well developed with a close knit supporting cast of family and team members and the drama was intense. I loved every minute of it and can’t wait to dive into the next book!

Noah is an easy to like guy. He’s accomplished yet down-to-earth and even though he has some family drama going on, he’s determined not to let it affect his gameplay.

Indy was a fun character. She’s from a hockey family and swore off of dating in the field after her ex, but Noah is hard to resist and it’s only going to be one night … until one night turns into a friends with benefits relationship … and then a baby is on the way!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a close knit hockey family with game, friends and family taking center stage.

five-stars

* Review * COLTON’S NURSERY HIDEOUT by Dana Nussio

* Review * COLTON’S NURSERY HIDEOUT by Dana NussioColton Nursery Hideout by Dana Nussio
Series: The Coltons of Grave Gulch #3
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on March 1, 2021
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four-half-stars

A stalker threatens the family he never knew he wanted

Travis Colton finds that a passionate night with his co-CEO, Tatiana Davison, rocks his world. Not long after, his life changes further when Tatiana confides her pregnancy…and the fact her life is in danger! To the surprise of relationship-averse Travis, he quickly develops undeniable feelings for the family he must keep safe. But when a stalker homes in, Travis must risk it all.

 

Scintillating drama added to red hot chemistry makes for an exciting addition to the Coltons of Grave Gulch series! Bringing the brainy Colton into the mix, Dana Nussio weaves a powerful tale of intrigue and danger as Travis and Tatiana mix business with pleasure in COLTON’S NURSERY HIDEOUT and I was hooked from the start.

Travis feels a bit like the odd man out in his family of law enforcement over-achievers, but he’s a steady and creative force at Colton Plastics. I enjoyed him.

Tatiana was easy to sympathize with as the world starts to crumble around her feet every way she turns. Her father is in hiding and under suspicion of being a serial killer, and just when she thought she’d been handed enough to handle for the moment she gets the shock of her life … she’s pregnant!

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a fast paced mystery filled with danger, romance and a powerfully driven family. I’m looking forward to more in the series!

 

four-half-stars

* Review * WHISTLE’S WAR by Monique Moreau

* Review * WHISTLE’S WAR by Monique MoreauWhistle's War by Monique Moreau
Series: The Demon Squad MC #6
Published by Monique Moreau on March 25, 2021
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five-stars

A Mafia princess on the run.

A Bratva prince turned biker.

Will their love start a war?

On the run from an arranged marriage, Tasa thought she’s found the perfect hide-out. After all, her eldest brother and head of her mafia family would never think to search for her in a club full of rough bikers. With her newfound freedom, the first thing on Tasa’s bucket list is to lose her virginity. The perfect specimen comes in the shape of a sexy biker with coal black hair and stunning turquoise eyes.

It’s just her rotten luck to have chosen a man with a possessive streak a mile wide.

After escaping from his Russian Bratva family, Whistle became the resident fuck-up of the Demon Squad MC. For years, he’s tested his brothers’ loyalty with his drunken antics and brawls. Finally ready to grow up, he’ll prove he’s turned a new leaf by taking over the Squad Bar. What he doesn’t expect is for the stutter in his heart when he lays eyes on their newest waitress and her sultry curves. While Tasa may have the kind of sexiness a man would lay his life down for, nothing prepares him for the innocence he discovers right beneath the surface.

As a former denizen of the shadowy mafia underworld, he knows that virgins like her came with rules.

Rule number one: If you break her, you keep her.

Whistle is more than ready to do right by Tasa, if only she played by the rules and did what she’s told. Instead, the little wild cat battles him tooth and nail her hard-fought independence. But as her brother zeroes in on her, what starts out as a fight for her love turns into a war to protect the woman he loves.

Will Tasa stop and stand by the man she loves or will she keep on running?

 

Attention grabbing characters and lots of lusty drama make for a great next edition in the Demon Squad MC series! WHISTLE’S WAR by Monique Moreau has a touch of sweetness added to the usual rowdy biker life of this series and I loved it. I wasn’t a huge fan of how this one overlapped with the HER HIDDEN VALENTINE novella’s timeline, but the story was powerful in it’s own way enough to make that a minor glitch in an otherwise smooth timeline. I can’t wait for more in the series!

Whistle is loyal and trustworthy to a fault to the family he has made at the MC, but he has a past that was bloody and deadly that not many know too many details about. Where he came from makes Tasa stand out when he meets her because he recognizes the strict culture similarities.

Tasa is a bit naive but is sincerely looking for a better future than what her family had mapped out for her, and she’s not afraid of a working hard to achieve it.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a motorcycle club series where they aren’t afraid to be deadly, but they have a solid goodness beneath it all for each other and their loved ones.

five-stars