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* Review * INNOCENT’S NINE-MONTH SCANDAL by Dani Collins

March 14, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * INNOCENT’S NINE-MONTH SCANDAL by Dani Collins

Innocent's Nine-Month Scandal by Dani Collins
Series: One Night With Consequences
Published by Harlequin Presents on March 19, 2019
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“If you’re pregnant…

…you’ll marry me.”

Control is everything to billionaire Viktor Rohan. Then Rozalia Toth appears on his mansion’s doorstep, looking for a family heirloom, and throws his world into chaos! Her sweetness intrigues him beyond measure…and as their inescapable chemistry explodes, Viktor realizes Rozi’s innocence isn’t an act! But their passion has consequences, and Viktor refuses to let scandal ruin his family again. Their baby will be legitimate! And Rozi? She will be his…

Fast-paced and intriguing! With the second book in the Innocents for Billionaires duet, we get to see Rozi’s side of the story which continues the story we learned about the family history in her cousin Gisella’s book previously. The connection between Viktor and Rozi is exciting and the story line behind the earring set finally comes out. Really enjoyed it!

Rozalia Toth is determined to find the earring she and her cousin have been hunting for when she visits Budapest but it doesn’t take Viktor Rohan long to sweep her off her feet and have her thinking about more than jewelry!

Viktor doesn’t trust easily, and just when he’s about to let his guard down with Rozi, a scandal hits that has him drawing back into his shell. He’s determined to be a part of their surprise baby’s life … but will he get to call Rozi his wife beforehand?

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* Review * WORTH FIGHTING FOR by Laura Kaye

March 13, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * WORTH FIGHTING FOR by Laura Kaye

Worth Fighting For by Laura Kaye
Series: Warrior Fight Club/Big Sky Novella
Published by Evil Eye Concepts on March 12, 2019
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Getting in deep has never felt this good...

Commercial diver Tara Hunter nearly lost everything in an accident that saw her medically discharged from the navy. With the help of the Warrior Fight Club, she’s fought hard to overcome her fears and get back in the water where she’s always felt most at home. At work, she’s tough, serious, and doesn’t tolerate distractions. Which is why finding her gorgeous one-night stand on her new dive team is such a problem.

Former navy deep-sea diver Jesse Anderson just can’t seem to stop making mistakes—the latest being the hot-as-hell night he’d spent with his new partner. This job is his second chance, and Jesse knows he shouldn’t mix business with pleasure. But spending every day with Tara’s smart mouth and sexy curves makes her so damn hard to resist.

Joining Tara’s wounded warrior MMA training program seems like the perfect way for Jesse to blow off steam—except now they’re getting in deep and taking each other down day and night. And even though it breaks all the rules, their inescapable attraction might just be the only thing truly worth fighting for.

A sexy connection right from the start! With the third venture into the Warrior Fight Club series, we’re getting the story of tough gal Tara and her hunky obsession Jesse. Their story was exciting from start to finish, and it was great to get to see some familiar faces again. Looking forward to more in the series.

Tara Hunter didn’t let a near death injury stop her. Yes, it might have forced her to leave her beloved Navy job, but she rallied and pushed herself at the Warrior Fight Club to work through the fear and anxiety she faced until she was able to make herself dive again. She’s coming back for her second season with the commercial dive team that has quickly become like family. On the eve of the start of the season, she happens upon a wickedly sexy stranger at her favorite bar.

Jesse Anderson put his twenty in with the Navy and has recently gotten out. He’s burnt out, stressed and facing a lot of guilt and what ifs. He’s hopeful this new diving job will be just what he needs to acclimate himself to civilian life again. If the welcome to town is anything to show, it could all work out just fine. Until he walks in for his first day and realizes his good time last night is part of his new dive team!

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* Blog Tour/Review/Excerpt/Giveaway * BAYSIDE ESCAPE by Melissa Foster

March 8, 2019 1 Comment

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Bayside Escape by Melissa Foster
Series: Bayside Summers #4
Published by World Literary Press on March 6, 2019
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Hold on to your hat for Violet's wildly hot love story! Lizza is up to her old tricks again, and Violet is in for the surprise of a lifetime!

Two years ago Violet Vancroft was a nomadic artist who never wanted to put down roots and Andre Shaw was a prominent Boston physician whose roots ran too deep to unearth. Their love didn't stand a chance-or at least that's what Violet believed when she received a plea for help from the sister she'd never really known-so she snuck away like a thief in the night.

Now Andre travels the world setting up new medical clinics, and Violet has finally found the family she'd always craved and the roots she'd never known she wanted. When their paths cross unexpectedly, it's not the reunion either one imagined. But they've never stopped loving each other, and after the dust of anger and hurt settles, passion ignites even hotter than before. As the end to Andre's time at the Cape nears, reality sets in, leaving them no closer to a future than they were before. Violet and Andre are forced to dig deep to discover if they're destined to live apart forever or if true love really can conquer all.

Steamy, raw, and exhilarating! Melissa Foster has such a way of making us feel like we’re best friends with all of her characters too! We’ve always known that Violet had a history she wasn’t spilling, and it’s just come to life before our eyes when Andre shows up on the Cape! Their connection is powerful and the side of Vi that comes out when she’s with him is sweet. The conflict of their story was basically over by halfway through the book, but they were such a cool couple together that I didn’t mind it just being the two of them enjoying each other, and of course she had a whole other side of her life that she had to introduce him to. Really love this couple and this series in general! Looking forward to more to come!

Two years ago, wild-child Violet Vancroft ended the nomadic lifestyle her mother had taught her when she settled into life at the Cape with her sister Desiree. Life and distance had them more estranged than ever, but even grizzly Vi has to admit that she has loved getting to know the grown up Des and all of her wild and crazy friends. Life’s been good … or at least as good as it can ever be when a piece of you is missing.

Dr. Andre Shaw can’t believe it’s her! He attends a wedding, and finds the missing love of his life. He searched for her after she disappeared in the night two years ago, and just when he’s decides to get on with his life, she’s stirring him up again. Does she know how much she hurt him? Did she ever care about him at all? Andre is determined to get answers … whether Violet wants to poor her heart out or not!

Bayside Escape
Series: Bayside Summers
Author: Melissa Foster
Releasing March 6, 2019
World Literary Press

Hold on to your hat for Violet’s wildly hot love story! Lizza is up to her old tricks again, and Violet is in for the surprise of a lifetime!

Two years ago Violet Vancroft was a nomadic artist who never wanted to put down roots and Andre Shaw was a prominent Boston physician whose roots ran too deep to unearth. Their love didn’t stand a chance—or at least that’s what Violet believed when she received a plea for help from the sister she’d never really known—so she snuck away like a thief in the night.

Now Andre travels the world, setting up new medical clinics, and Violet has finally found the family she’d always craved and the roots she’d never known she wanted. When their paths cross unexpectedly, it’s not the reunion either one imagined. But they’ve never stopped loving each other, and after the dust of anger and hurt settles, passion ignites even hotter than before. As the end to Andre’s time at the Cape nears, reality sets in, leaving them no closer to a future than they were before. Violet and Andre are forced to dig deep to discover if they’re destined to live apart forever or if true love really can conquer all.

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Melissa Foster is a New York Times & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and new adult romance with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic and always family oriented–perfect beach reads for contemporary romance lovers who enjoy reading about wealthy heroes and smart, sassy heroines.

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* Blog Tour/Review * KEEP IT CLASSY by Lani Lynn Vale

March 7, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Blog Tour/Review * KEEP IT CLASSY by Lani Lynn Vale

Keep It Classy by Lani Lynn Vale
Series: The Bear Bottom Guardians MC #7
on March 5, 2019
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Ghosts are real.

Well, technically speaking, maybe not. But the ones that haunt a man’s soul? Those are very real. So real, in fact, that there are times when Castiel would rather silence them forever in the worst way possible than to go on living with them haunting his every step.

All it took was one single second in time for his attention to drift, and everything changed.
Life as he once knew it, is over.

Now he’s struggling to make sense of the pieces that are left, and he’s fairly sure at least half of them are missing.
He’s living for three things now.

His club—the Bear Bottom Guardians.

His work as a police officer for Bear Bottom Police Department.

And the occasional glimpse of a girl that makes his spirit feel free.

Despite the ghosts that haunt him, he’s not willing to present them with another target. Which is why he has to stay away from her. He can’t touch her. He can’t talk to her. He can’t get anywhere near her.

Not and live with himself afterward.

The only problem is, Turner doesn’t care what Castiel wants. She also has a solution for his ghosts.

You may call her Ms. Ghostbuster.

An emotional read! With the next book in the Bear Bottom Guardians MC series, we get Castiel’s book. He packs a punch with his stoic front, but underneath, he’s a really gentle guy. He was already attracted to Turner, and when they are the only ones in sight when tragedy strikes, it bonds them. I enjoyed their story. I felt like the story of his past got dropped a good bit, and no longer matches the description of the book, but the story was powerful none-the-less. Good addition to the series!

Police Officer Castiel Hendrix doesn’t feel like he has a lot going for him these days. He works hard and the rest of the time he devotes his life to the MC. He has to keep his mind busy … too busy to remember the past that haunts him. He lives with pain, loss and regret … and so many “if onlys”.

Turner Hooch mixes with Castiel like oil and water when she meets him, but she can’t deny there is a strong attraction under the surface. He drives her crazy … but when happenstance has him in the right place at the right time to help pick up the pieces when her entire world falls apart, she starts to see what a great guy he really is.

Ghosts are real.

Well, technically speaking, maybe not. But the ones that haunt a man’s soul? Those are very real. So real, in fact, that there are times when Castiel would rather silence them forever in the worst way possible than to go on living with them haunting his every step.

All it took was one single second in time for his attention to drift, and everything changed.

Life as he once knew it, is over.

Now he’s struggling to make sense of the pieces that are left, and he’s fairly sure at least half of them are missing.

He’s living for three things now.

His club—the Bear Bottom Guardians.

His work as a police officer for Bear Bottom Police Department.

And the occasional glimpse of a girl that makes his spirit feel free.

Despite the ghosts that haunt him, he’s not willing to present them with another target. Which is why he has to stay away from her. He can’t touch her. He can’t talk to her. He can’t get anywhere near her.

Not and live with himself afterward.

The only problem is, Turner doesn’t care what Castiel wants. She also has a solution for his ghosts.

You may call her Ms. Ghostbuster.

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When she’s not writing, you can find her curled up in her favorite chair reading.

Lani is married with three children and lives in the Great State of Texas.

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* Review * SLOW RIDE by Lori Foster

March 7, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Slow Ride by Lori Foster
Series: Road to Love #2
Published by HQN on March 12, 2019
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You can’t put the brakes on love…

Ronnie Ashford needs a distraction. In the morning, she has to offer arrogant, conventional Jack Crews a job and convince him not to take it. She doesn’t need anyone’s help, thank you very much. But tonight is all about the tall, sexy stranger who just walked in the bar—and all the delicious trouble they could get into together. Too bad just as things are heating up between them, he whispers the three little words that destroy everything: “I’m Jack Crews.”

Jack is determined to connect with fiery Ronnie—in bed and out of it—but her terms are clear. If he takes the job, helping her acquire prized artifacts for her mysterious bosses, anything between them is strictly off-limits. Somehow he has to convince a woman who’s never felt like she belonged that she’s found her place—with him. And with the danger sparking hotter than the fire between them, it’s going to be one unforgettable trip…

A rollercoaster of emotion, sass and sizzling hot chemistry! With the second book in her Road to Love series, Lori Foster brings us a cast of familiar faces, adorable animals and a proof yet again what an incredible family this is turning out to be. We loved his brother Brody in Book One, and now we’re getting to know Jack, and he’s YUMMY! The connection between him and Ronnie is off the charts hot and his protective streak is coming on strong. Really enjoyed their story and am looking forward to what’s to come!

Ronnie Ashford is dreading the job offer she’s being forced to make. Her bosses are like family to her, so she can’t let them down but she just feel like their worry isn’t warranted. She can do the same great job she’s been doing … without adding a man to the mix!

Jack Crews thinks it’s his lucky night when a stunning woman starts giving him the eye across the room. She makes it clear she wants one night … no names, no promises. How was he to know the mere sound of his name being tossed out by a buddy as they walked out of the bar would bring their time together to a screeching halt? It seems she’s the woman he has an appointment with tomorrow … and he’s the man she’s determined to get to turn down the job offer she has for him. Yeah, not happening.

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* Review * SILENT NIGHT by Danielle Steel

March 5, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * SILENT NIGHT by Danielle Steel

Silent Nigh by Danielle Steel
Published by Delacorte Press on March 5, 2019
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A shocking accident. A little girl struggling to survive. And the childless aunt who transforms her own world to help her . . . Danielle Steel’s latest novel is a deeply moving story of resilience and hope.

Paige Watts is the ultimate stage mother. The daughter of Hollywood royalty, Paige channels her acting dreams into making her own daughter, Emma, a star. By the age of nine, Emma is playing a central role in a hit TV show. Then everything is shattered by unforeseeable tragedy.

Now Emma is living with her aunt Whitney, who had chosen a very different path from her sister’s. Whitney was always the studious older sister, hating the cult of celebrity that enveloped their childhood. Instead, she is a psychiatrist who lives for her work and enjoys a no-strings-attached love affair with a wealthy venture capitalist. But at a moment’s notice, Whitney drops everything to help her niece.

Once famous, outgoing, and charismatic, Emma is now a shadow of her former self—without speech, without memory, lost and terrified. But with her aunt Whitney’s help, along with a team of caregivers and doctors, Emma begins to find her way, starting her young life all over again—and changing the lives of everyone around her.

Emotionally gripping and richly involving, Silent Night explores how the heart has mysterious healing powers of its own, and blessings happen when we think all is lost.

Gut-wrenching & raw! With her latest novel, Danielle Steel quickly takes us into the heart of a mother who pushes her young star to be all that she can be … and more. When tragedy strikes and life as she knows it disappears, that young girl must learn to depend on the beloved aunt who is willing to move the ends of the earth to help her be able to truly live again. The story is fast paced and attention grabbing from page one. I might have liked to get a deeper connection to Paige and had a little more depth to the romance blooming, but overall, an outstanding story of courage and determination!

Psychiatrist Whitney Watts has no idea as she’s traveling towards a luxurious vacation with her wealthy lover that her life is about to change irrevocably. Born into Hollywood legacy, she’s always preferred to live in her own low-key bubble instead of partaking in the limelight the rest of her family always craved.

One phone call changes her fate. There’s been a horrible accident. Her sister Paige is no longer able to be the world’s biggest stage mom to her talented 9 year old niece Emma. And Emma’s world has just been silenced. With no memory or ability to do everyday things, this child’s suddenly living in a big scary world of dark abyss.

With a mindset of love and determination, Whitney sets out to work with anyone and everyone in order to give her niece some semblance of a life again. She’s willing to give up everything to make sure that little girl comes out of this as a whole person again. With months of losses blooming into newfound freedoms, friendships and more this duo turns the corner into a world of brighter days!

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* Review * IN THE DOCTOR’S ARMS by Carol Ross

March 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

In the Doctor's Arms by Carol Ross
Series: Seasons of Alaska #6
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on March 1, 2019
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Can he stop the one who got away—

from getting away again?

Everyone in her Alaskan town hopes Iris James is back for good. Including Dr. Flynn Ramsey, who stole her heart when they were awkward teenagers. She realizes he’s planning an encore, but a prestigious job in Washington, DC, is calling to her. Only, ever since their kiss at her brother’s wedding, Iris isn’t sure about anything. Except her reignited feelings for Flynn…

It’s always a pleasure to travel back to Rankins, Alaska with Carol Ross, and this trip was especially sweet! She presented us with a character who adores her family, but hates everything they stand for and finds herself feeling guilty and like she doesn’t belong because of it. She’s tried everything, but Iris is just a disaster and it drives her crazy. Reconnecting with Flynn has her opening her eyes to magical possibilities, but can they find the strength to overcome the adversity they are going to face? The setting was magical, the family ever-loving and the connection between these two was oh-so-sweet. I loved everything about Iris and Flynn’s story!

Iris James is back in her hometown in Alaska and everyone hopes it’s for good … except for her that is! She’s the youngest in a huge family of nature lovers, and she absolutely hates being outside among the things she’s terrible with. She’s looking forward to getting through her brother’s wedding and then hopefully getting the job she’s been dreaming of back in Washington, DC.

Doctor Flynn Ramsey stupidly let Iris get away back in high school when she had a crush on him, but during his studies and hard work to get him to this point in his career, he’s grown up and learned a lot about what’s truly important in life … and she’s it! He’s hoping to use this time together to convince her that she’s the one for him … only this job situation and finding out she hates Alaska is really screwing up his plans!

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* Review * SECOND CHANCE WITH HER BILLIONAIRE by Therese Beharrie

March 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * SECOND CHANCE WITH HER BILLIONAIRE by Therese Beharrie

Second Chance with Her Billionaire by Therese Beharrie
Series: Billionaires for Heiresses #1
Published by Harlequin Romance on March 1, 2019
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From “I don’t”…

To “I do”?

In this Billionaires for Heiresses story, Summer Bishop knew her parents’ anniversary party in stunning South Africa would be hard. Spending the week with her gorgeous ex-husband, Wyatt Montgomery, reminds Summer of their painful divorce but also—inconveniently—why she fell in love with him! Summer never told Wyatt why she left, and he’s determined to uncover her secrets. Will Summer reveal her heart for a second chance with her husband?

A touching, emotional and very powerful read! With the kick-off of her Billionaires for Heiresses duet, Therese Beharrie shines bright! The emotional depth she brings forward in this book’s characters is breathtaking, and most definitely some of her strongest work. The plot was thick with tension and secrets, but full of love and promise at the same time. Really enjoyed Summer and Wyatt’s story and I’m looking forward to Autumn’s turn next!

Summer Bishop hasn’t been looking forward to her parents upcoming anniversary celebration in South Africa. She knows the location will be stunning, but family drama has had a way of dragging her down of late, making these type of appearances painful. To top it all off, her sis is running late and leaving her to hold the bag on her own … oh, and her ex-husband is attending!

Wyatt Montgomery still cares very deeply for Summer and yet has no clue why she ended their marriage. He’s seeing a different side to her this weekend … it’s as if she can no longer hold in the pain she’s carried in her heart for so long and he’s truly seeing the real her behind the facade for the first time. He’s stunned to hear her truth, but he’s determined to make sure she’s never unhappy again!

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* Review * THE SEAL’S SECRET DAUGHTER by Christy Jeffries

March 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

The SEAL's Secret Daughter by Christy Jeffries
Series: American Heroes , Sugar Falls, Idaho
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on March 1, 2019
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A Daddy on a Mission

In this new installment of American Heroes

When ex-SEAL Ethan Renault settles in Sugar Falls, Idaho, the last thing he expects to find on his doorstep…is his daughter. The soldier turned insta-dad is desperate for help—and librarian Monica Alvarez is just the woman to help him connect with his little girl. But when sparks fly between them, the soldier realizes his next mission might just be to turn their no-strings romance into a forever family!

A heartfelt return to Sugar Falls! It’s always a joy to return to this small-town filled with love and laughter, but this visit was particularly sweet. Ethan never even thinks about turning his back on the little girl he can see desperately needs him, and it just so happens that lady luck has shined down on him and made the woman he’s already been interested in getting to know be the one that wins his daughters heart first. The characters are super easy to love and the story line won over my heart quickly. One of my favs in the series for sure!

Former Navy SEAL Ethan Renault is trying to find his place. He’s only been out of the service for a few months and has tentatively settled into Sugar Falls, Idaho … although you couldn’t prove it based on the unpacked boxes and scarce lived in look of his apartment. He’s been busy filling his days with the things he needs to keep his mind at ease. Meetings with like minded folks, breakfast flirting with his favorite waitress at the diner, and just generally settling into a normal life for a change. The last thing he expects is for his old high school girlfriend to drop a half grown kid he had no idea he even had on his door step!

Librarian and part-time waitress Monica Alvarez is doing her best to keep things afloat for her and her Gran as Gran’s memory continues to deteriorate … she has had her eye on the sexy soldier for awhile too, but the last thing she has time for is a man. That all changes when she meets his heartbroken little girl. How can she not step up and be a friend to those sad eyes? It turns out they are all good for each other and they wind up forming a quasi-family helping with the kiddo and with Gran as often as they can. The attraction that was already simmering eventually boils over and they have to decide if this family thing is going to be forever!

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* Review * CARRYING THE GREEK TYCOON’S BABY by Jennifer Faye

March 1, 2019 Leave a Comment

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* Review * CARRYING THE GREEK TYCOON’S BABY by Jennifer Faye

Carrying the Greek Tycoon's Baby by Jennifer Faye
Series: Greek Island Brides #1
Published by Harlequin Romance on March 1, 2019
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From one night…

To nine months!

In this Greek Island Brides story, for jaded tycoon Xander Marinakos, renowned wedding destination Infinity Island is just another opportunity to expand his empire. Until he’s captivated by its beautiful owner, Lea Romes… When their one night together has unexpected consequences, Xander must negotiate the deal of a lifetime, and put his guarded heart on the table to convince independent Lea they can be a family…for infinity!

A fast-paced unexpected pregnancy story! Xander is determined to be a part of his child’s life and sets out to convince Lea that there could be a future for the two of them as well even though she’s determined that they aren’t meant to be. The characters are interesting and the story line satisfying.

When real estate tycoon Xander Marinakos meets Lea Romes, he’s attempting to buy her private island resort to re-develop it. She informs him that it’s not for sale, and business is done. They are each drawn to the other, so a night of passion concludes their contact … until she calls him a weeks later to tell him about their little surprise!

Lea Romes adores the island wedding destination resort she inherited from her extended family. She never plans to leave this heaven on earth, and when she finds out that she’s pregnant, she just plans to incorporate the baby into her daily schedule and keep on working away. She never expects Xander to show up and want to show that he can work in her and the baby’s life as well!

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