* Review * POLICE PROTECTOR by Elizabeth Heiter

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* Review * POLICE PROTECTOR by Elizabeth HeiterPolice Protector by Elizabeth Heiter
Series: The Lawmen: Bullets and Brawn
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on July 1, 2017
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four-half-stars

She's become his whole world…and she's under fire

Ever since forensics analyst Shaye Mallory survived a police-station shootout, Detective Cole Walker has felt personally responsible for her well-being. Then another shooter takes aim at Shaye. Cole decides the only thing he can do is stay right by her side until he finds the man who wants her dead.

Cole knows that he must set aside his attraction to Shaye if he's going to do his job. But as the days—and nights—go on, it becomes harder and harder to resist his feelings. And, as danger moves ever closer to them both, Shaye realizes that her safety might cost her the life of the man she loves.


Danger strikes when she least expects it! Yet again Shaye Mallory finds herself dodging for cover as someone comes out of the woodwork and starts shooting at her … what happened to her quiet life?? With the second in this spin-off series, Elizabeth Heiter brings us Cole Walker’s story. We met him in his brother Andre Diaz’s book last month, and Shaye was instrumental in helping them save Juliette in that story as well. The characters mesh well and are all passionate about their work and protecting those they love. The fact that the brother’s are always ready to jump when the other calls, even if it’s for a stranger they haven’t met means a lot. The background story that they brought up in the first book was mentioned in this one too, but fell to the way side a little too much. I’m looking forward to getting answers to that in the next book.

As the sole survivor of a police station shoot-out last year, forensic analyst Shaye Mallory has had a lot to deal with. She’s just getting back in the swing of things at work when she finds herself the target of a gunman yet again. She gladly accepts help and protection from her friend and co-worker Cole Walker.

Cole has been attracted to Shaye ever since the day he met her two years ago, and the feeling is definitely mutual, but it’s taking her being in danger yet again for them to get close to acting on that attraction! Will they push it away again, or day after day of being in close quarters finally have them relenting and admitting what they feel?

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* Review * WEDDING NIGHT WITH HER ENEMY by Melanie Milburne

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* Review * WEDDING NIGHT WITH HER ENEMY by Melanie MilburneWedding Night with Her Enemy by Melanie Milburne
Series: Wedlocked!
Published by Harlequin Presents on July 1, 2017
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four-stars

Blackmailed by the billionaire!

Allegra Kallas detests Draco Papandreou—and she especially can't stand the desire she feels whenever she sees the arrogant man who once rejected her! So she's horrified when her father's business runs into debt and the only man who can save them is none other than the ruthless Greek…

No matter how much Allegra protests, Draco knows the driven career woman feels the fire which rages between them. And he's not above using his power to blackmail her into confessing it! To satisfy their cravings, Draco has a sinful plan: he'll make Allegra his wife, and seduce her into his bed…


From blackmail … to love?? Melanie Milburne’s latest takes us on a dash towards happily ever after for the couple who have denied their connection for years! They’re both kindhearted and easy to like and we’re rooting for their happy ending from shortly after we meet them and realize they actually like each other even though they heatedly deny it. It’s an easy and enjoyable read … a little rushed, but a fun happy ending to reach!

Allegra Kallas might have been crushing on Draco Papandreou since she was 16 years old, but she has also spent a good number of years hating him … or so she tells herself! When she discovers her selfish father has run his business into the ground and now expects her to marry Draco in order to dig him out of the mess he’s made, she’s furious! She seriously considers refusing, but because of the people that would be wrongfully affected, she agrees.

Draco is secretly looking out for Allegra’s best interests because he knows her father isn’t, but he’s not a perfect man and will enjoy every minute of wooing her into his bed! She might deny she’s attracted to him, but he can feel the fire the second she walks into a room and locks eyes with him. Let the fun begin!

four-stars

* Review * CONVENIENT MARRIAGE, SURPRISE TWINS by Amy Ruttan

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* Review * CONVENIENT MARRIAGE, SURPRISE TWINS by Amy RuttanConvenient Marriage, Surprise Twins by Amy Ruttan
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on July 1, 2017
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One wedding night…

When Lana Haole reluctantly agrees to a marriage of convenience to help persuasive and all-too-tempting Dr. Andrew Tremblay stay in the country, the last thing she expects is to fall for the arrogant playboy's charms—on their wedding night…

Twin consequences!

Lana and Andrew agree it was a one-time-only deal…until they discover that Lana is pregnant with twins. Andrew won't walk away from his babies, or his beautiful bride, so he has eight months to convince Lana to stay his wife forever!


Two wounded souls collide and make for a gorgeously sweet romance! One grew up too fast with loads of responsibility, the other overcame adversity to live out his dreams until tragedy struck and he lived forever more with a guilt ridden heart … together they allow themselves to see life in a different way. Loved their story!

Surgeon Iolana Haole lives the life that is expected of her. She learned young that she had to be the one to pick up the pieces and live on the straight and narrow path that her father dictated in order to keep a peaceful lifestyle. She has worked hard to achieve all that she has and she’s fulfilled … even though it’s not exactly what she would have dreamed of for herself if she had been able to choose her own route. Once again, she finds herself being expected to do something for someone else’s benefit, and she’s not happy!

Doctor Andrew Tremblay needs a green card to get to stay in the US, and Lana is his answer! He coerces her with the one thing the he knows will win her over! Neither would admit it, but they’ve both been interested in each other ever since he came to town two years ago, so when they are thrown together on their wedding night in romantic circumstances, the sparks fly! They agree it was a bad idea, and it can’t happen again and they settle into their marriage of convenience … until they find out she’s pregnant, with twins!

five-stars

* Review * SALAZAR’S ONE-NIGHT HEIR by Jennifer Hayward

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* Review * SALAZAR’S ONE-NIGHT HEIR by Jennifer HaywardSalazar's One-Night Heir by Jennifer Hayward
Series: The Secret Billionaires #3
Published by Harlequin Presents on July 1, 2017
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The challenge: take revenge for a decades-old injustice…

Tycoon Alejandro Salazar will take any opportunity to expose the Hargrove family's crime against his—including accept the challenge to pose as their stable groom! His goal in sight, Alejandro cannot allow himself to be distracted by the gorgeous Hargrove heiress…

Her family must pay, yet Alejandro can't resist innocent Cecily's fiery passion. And when their one night of bliss results in an unexpected pregnancy, Alejandro will legitimize his heir and restore his family's honor…by binding Cecily to him with a diamond ring!


With the third and final book in The Secret Billionaire’s trilogy, Jennifer Hayward brings us Alejandro’s story! We’re familiar with many of the characters from the previous two in the series, so it’s easy to relate to the story line. A quick and easy romance brings us a fulfilling conclusion to the bet and all of their new found loves.

Alejandro Salazar is the final friend to go undercover for two weeks without the use of his name or his fortune. He’s being sent in as a groom at the famous Hargrove estate in Kentucky. The secret behind his being there is a crime committed against his family decades ago that he might now have the ability to right!

Cecily Hargrove is hard at work training for her latest event, and she doesn’t have time for her horse to not be in the mood to listen to her! The new groom seems to have a way with him and she finds herself spending more and more time with him as he shows her ways to calm her horse … and ways to heat up herself! When his time is done, Alejandro does the smart thing and walks away … but he will shortly be followed by Cecily when she learns she is carrying his child, and that he’s not who he said he was!

five-stars

* Review * BODYGUARD WITH A BADGE by Elizabeth Heiter

* Review * BODYGUARD WITH A BADGE by Elizabeth HeiterBodyguard with a Badge by Elizabeth Heiter
Series: The Lawmen: Bullets and Brawn
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on June 1, 2017
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Take the shot…or take a chance?

FBI sniper Andre Diaz saved Juliette Lawson from a deadly hostage situation. But only hours later, he receives the surprise of his life when she takes him hostage in order to escape Quantico. Now the federal agent knows just how desperate Juliette is to stay hidden from her dangerous cop ex-husband.

Putting her trust in another law enforcement officer is difficult. Yet Juliette senses Andre is definitely one of the good guys. Perhaps he truly can protect her from the secrets she's been running from—unless her deadly past catches up with them both first.


Just when she thought she could stop running, danger strikes when she least expects it! Elizabeth Heiter is back with the first of three books in a spinoff to her popular “The Lawmen” series, “Bullets and Brawn”.  She brings us in hot in the middle of a hostage situation, and keeps the action and intrigue popping throughout. A well-developed cast of lawmen, friends and family work diligently to get to the bottom of the case and keep Juliette safe. I would have liked to see a tad more of their romance play out in the plot, but overall a great book! Looking forward to the next in the series!

FBI sniper Andre Diaz expects just another day on the job when he’s called out to a hostage situation, but as things turn rocky, he steps in to rescue Juliette Lawson. She knows who is behind this setup, but she can’t admit to it.  When she tried to get help in the past, no one would believe that her cop of an ex-husband did what she said he did. She’s desperate to get away from the questioning, but Andre never thought she’d urge him at gunpoint to get her away from Quantico!

Even though she’s threatening him, Andre can tell she’s not the bad guy here. She needs someone on her side for once, and based on the instant draw he feels towards her, he’s going to be it! Can he and his connections keep her safe while they try to track down her ex?

four-half-stars

* Blog Tour / Book Review * READ, WRITE, LOVE AT SEASIDE

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* Blog Tour / Book Review * READ, WRITE, LOVE AT SEASIDERead, Write, Love at Seaside by Addison Cole
Series: Sweet with Heat: Seaside Summers #1
Published by World Literary Press on June 14, 2017
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Read, Write, Love at Seaside by Addison Cole is the sweet edition of New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster's steamy romance novel Read, Write, Love. The stories and characters remain the same, and convey all of the passion you expect between two people in love, without any explicit scenes or harsh language.

In READ, WRITE, LOVE at SEASIDE...
Bestselling author Kurt Remington lives to write. He spends twelve hours a day in front of his computer, rarely leaving the seclusion of his beach-front property, where he's come to finish his latest thriller -- that is, until free-spirited Leanna Bray nearly drowns in the ocean trying to save her dog. Kurt's best-laid plans are shot to hell when he comes to their rescue. Kurt's as irritated as he is intrigued by the sexy, hot mess of a woman who lives life on a whim, forgets everything, and doesn't even know the definition of the word organized.

Leanna's come to the Cape hoping to find a fulfilling career in the jam-making business, and until she figures out her own life, a man is not on the menu. But Leanna can't get the six-two, deliciously muscled and tragically neat Kurt out of her mind. She tells herself she's just stopping by to say thank you, but the heart-warming afternoon sparks an emotional and unexpectedly sweet ride as Kurt and Leanna test the powers of Chemistry 101: Opposites Attract.


Bestselling Author Melissa Foster has tweaked some of her steamy books into a milder, sweet edition under her new alter ego Addison Cole. This one is the milder version of Melissa’s original READ, WRITE, LOVE novel.  It’s a sexy, sweet connection and brings an exciting summer fling to life! Great characters & a really fun story!

Bestselling author Kurt Remington lives a strict and regimented life. His writing is what he lives and breathes for, and he doesn’t let anything get in it’s way. He’s spending the summer at his cottage in Wellfleet, Massachusetts finishing up his current novel when he’s introduced to the whirlwind that is Leanna Bray in a wild and unpredictable way!

Leanna Bray kind of lives life by the seat of her pants! She flits from one place and one job to another trying to find what fulfills her in life and her current foray is a jam and jellies business! She stumbles upon Kurt and her wild and free attitude intrigues him. He shouldn’t want this type of disruption … but want her he does! Will a summer fling be just what they both need or will she be too much a distraction to him? And when they consider the future, what does it look like for her?

 

 

 

 

Sweet with Heat: Seaside Summers features a group of fun, flirty, and emotional friends who gather each summer at their Cape Cod cottages. They’re sassy, flawed, and so easy to relate to, you’ll be begging to enter their circle of friends!

Sweet with Heat Series

by Addison Cole
Publication Date: June 14, 2017
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Sweet Romance

Read, Write, Love at Seaside by Addison Cole is the sweet edition of New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster’s steamy romance novel Read, Write, Love. The stories and characters remain the same, and convey all of the passion you expect between two people in love, without any explicit scenes or harsh language.

In READ, WRITE, LOVE at SEASIDE…
Bestselling author Kurt Remington lives to write. He spends twelve hours a day in front of his computer, rarely leaving the seclusion of his beach-front property, where he’s come to finish his latest thriller — that is, until free-spirited Leanna Bray nearly drowns in the ocean trying to save her dog. Kurt’s best-laid plans are shot to hell when he comes to their rescue. Kurt’s as irritated as he is intrigued by the sexy, hot mess of a woman who lives life on a whim, forgets everything, and doesn’t even know the definition of the word organized.

Leanna’s come to the Cape hoping to find a fulfilling career in the jam-making business, and until she figures out her own life, a man is not on the menu. But Leanna can’t get the six-two, deliciously muscled and tragically neat Kurt out of her mind. She tells herself she’s just stopping by to say thank you, but the heart-warming afternoon sparks an emotional and unexpectedly sweet ride as Kurt and Leanna test the powers of Chemistry 101: Opposites Attract.

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Dreaming at Seaside is the sweet edition of New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster’s steamy romance novel Seaside Dreams. The stories and characters remain the same, and convey all of the passion you expect between two people in love, without any explicit scenes or harsh language.

In DREAMING at SEASIDE…
Bella Abbascia has returned to Seaside Cottages in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, as she does every summer. Only this year, Bella has more on her mind than sunbathing and skinny-dipping with her girlfriends. She’s quit her job, put her house on the market, and sworn off relationships while she builds a new life in her favorite place on earth. That is, until good-time Bella’s prank takes a bad turn and a handsome police officer appears on the scene.

Single father and police officer Caden Grant left Boston with his fourteen-year-old son, Evan, after his partner was killed in the line of duty. He hopes to find a safer life in the small resort town of Wellfleet, and when he meets Bella during a night patrol shift, he realizes he’s found the one thing he’d never allowed himself to hope for—or even realized he was missing.

After fourteen years of focusing solely on his son, Caden cannot resist the intense attraction he feels toward beautiful Bella, and Bella’s powerless to fight the heat of their budding romance. But starting over proves more difficult than either of them imagined, and when Evan gets mixed up with the wrong kids, Caden’s loyalty is put to the test. Will he give up everything to protect his son—even Bella?

 

 

EXCERPT:

LEANNA BRAY WAS wet, cold, and floundering. Literally. She’d been floundering for twenty-eight years, so this was nothing new, but being pummeled by rain, wind, and waves, chasing a dog that never listened? That was new.

“Pepp—” A wave knocked her off her feet and she went under the water, taking a mouthful of saltwater along with her. She tumbled head down beneath the surface.

Now Pepper and I will both drown. Freaking perfect.

Something grabbed her arm, and she reflexively fought against it, sucking in another mouthful of salty water as she broke through the surface, arms flailing, choking, and pushing against the powerful hand that yanked her to her feet.

“You okay?” A deep, annoyed voice carried over the din of the crashing waves.

Cough. Cough. “Yeah. I—” Cough. Cough. “My dog.” She blinked and blinked, trying to clear the saltwater and rain from her eyes. The man’s mop of wet, dark hair came into focus. He held tightly to her arm while scanning the water in the direction of where she’d last seen Pepper. His clothes stuck to his body like a second skin, riding the ripples of his impressive chest and arms as he held her above the surface with one arm around her ribs.

“Come on.” She coughed as he plowed through the pounding surf with her clutched against his side. She slid down his body, and he lifted her easily into his arms, carrying her like he might carry a child, pressing her to his chest as he fought against the waves.

She pushed against his chest, feeling ridiculous and helpless…and maybe a little thankful, but she was ignoring that emotion in order to save Pepper.

“My dog! I need to get my dog!” she hollered.

Mr. Big, Tall, and Stoic didn’t say a word. He set her on the wet sand and tossed her a rain-soaked towel. “It was dry.” He pointed behind her to a wooden staircase. “Go up to the deck.”

She dropped the towel and plowed past him toward the water. “I gotta get my dog.”

He snagged her by the arm and glared at her with the brightest blue eyes she’d ever seen—and a stare so dark she swallowed her voice.

“Go.” He pointed to the stairs again. “I’ll get your dog.” He took a step toward the water, and she pushed past him again.

“You don’t have t—”

He scooped her into his arms again and carried her to the stairs.

 

 

About Addison Cole

Addison Cole is the sweet alter ego of New York Times and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author Melissa Foster. She writes humorous and emotional sweet contemporary romance. Her books do not include explicit sex scenes or harsh language. Addison spends her summers on Cape Cod, where she dreams up wonderful love stories in her house overlooking Cape Cod Bay.

Addison enjoys discussing her books with book clubs and reader groups and welcomes an invitation to your event.

Addison’s books are available in paperback, digital, and audio formats.

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* Review * DEEP BURN by Kimberly Kincaid

* Review * DEEP BURN by Kimberly KincaidDeep Burn by Kimberly Kincaid
Series: Station Seventeen #2
Published by Kimberly Kincaid Romance on June 13, 2017
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Firefighter Shae McCullough is all-in, all the time. When her reckless response at a fire earns her a two-week penance filing paperwork for the arson investigation unit, the rules and routines are enough to bore her senseless. But the discovery of a possible arson at a murder scene has her instincts fired up, and when Shae is assigned to assist Remington’s elite intelligence unit with their investigation, she’s all too ready to jump in with both boots first.

To tech and surveillance expert James Capelli, logic isn’t just a job requirement, it’s a way of life. He’s less than thrilled to work with Shae, whose impulsiveness threatens his sanity and whose curves threaten his composure. Despite their differences, they uncover a case bigger than anyone could have expected—along with an attraction that burns deep.

But this killer is no stranger, and Capelli’s got a dark past. Can he and Shae outsmart a ruthless murderer, or will his secrets bury them both?


Explosive! A sexy female firefighter meets her match when she gets paired with the tech guru in Remington PD’s intelligence unit. Sparks fly and opposites attract as they find themselves knee deep in an investigation neither of them expected … and outrunning danger at every turn! Great characters, familiarity from previous books, and an exciting plot. Looking forward to more in the series!

Firefighter Shae McCullough is feisty! She goes all in at every turn and she doesn’t believe in backing down from danger. Her gutsy attitude has gotten her into trouble on more than one occasion, and this time she’s really done it! A two week suspension from the firehouse is going to be torture! Her only saving grace is that they didn’t send her home to twiddle her thumbs … at least she still gets to go work at the boring arson division.

James Capelli works with the Remington Police Department as an IT and surveillance specialist. He’s logical and all about following the rules and being a “by the books” kind of guy. When he gets involved working with Shae on an arson investigation, he can’t deny he’s attracted to her .. but she’s so against the rules! She jumps into something without thinking while he examines every possible outcome before proceeding … she would drive him crazy! But he finds he just can’t resist her. When danger rears it’s ugly head in her direction from someone from his dark past, will he be able to keep her safe?

four-half-stars

* Review * TRUSTING BRYSON by Melanie Shawn

* Review * TRUSTING BRYSON by Melanie ShawnTrusting Bryson by Melanie Shawn
Series: Wishing Well, Texas #6
on May 27, 2017
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For Bryson O’Sullivan, Wishing Well was home. He had a good life with his family and friends but the sexy Irish-Texan knew something was missing and he found it when he laid eyes on her…

Kelsi Robbins was ready to do what no one had ever done for her; make someone else priority number one. And as new guardian for her younger brother Milo, she had enough to worry about. Which meant that falling for him was out of the question…or was it?

He wants nothing more than to be there for her, and she has to be there for someone else, but when love enters the picture, Kelsi will have to decide if Trusting Bryson is worth it all.


A sexy, feel-good romance! We’ve met several of the characters in previous books in the series, so it’s fun to get to see them again as a new couple emerges in town!

Kelsi Robbins didn’t have a great childhood, and life hasn’t turned out like she’d hoped too much in adulthood either, but she’s stepping up to make sure her little brother gets better! As temporary guardian, she moves them to Wishing Well, Texas for a new job and a new start. Her little bro is butting heads with her and getting into trouble … until one night trouble finds him right back in the form of a burly man and his dog.

Bryson O’Sullivan is happy with his life in Wishing Well, he loves his job and his friends and family, but he didn’t realize exactly what he’d been missing out on until he sees her. Literally love at first sight. He steps up to help give her little brother some tough love to teach him a lesson he learned as a kid, and sets out to make Kelsi see that he’s a trustworthy guy. Will she give him or chance or has she been burned one too many times in life?

five-stars

* Review * BUTTERFLY KISSES by Leigh Duncan

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* Review * BUTTERFLY KISSES by Leigh DuncanButterfly Kisses by Leigh Duncan
Series: The Orange Blossom Series #1
Published by Gardenia Street Publishing on June 13, 2017
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Justine Gale just got incredible news. The struggling single mom has inherited the flourishing citrus grove where she spent idyllic summers and formed lifelong friendships. Once on the fast track to success, Justine has recently learned her five-year-old daughter faces a lifetime of expensive medical treatments. Treatments, she can't afford. The decision to sell the land her family has owned for generations seems like the simple and smart way for Justine to provide for her daughter's future. But when she returns to Orange Blossom, she quickly realizes her plans could hurt every resident of the small town that depends on Castle Grove to survive.

Justine's dilemma is only complicated by Nate Rhodes, her first love and now Orange Blossom's mayor, who stakes his own claim to the land she has inherited. He'll do whatever it takes to stop her, even if it means losing the woman he loves...one more time.


A wonderful kick-off to a new women’s fiction series by Leigh Duncan! Three friends spent summers together in an idyllic camp-like setting where nature and friends who became family made for great summertime fun! This series is about them traveling back to their vacation spot and reconnecting as life moves on around them and they deal with the ups and downs of being a grown up with responsibilities instead of the worry-free children they once were! The characters are great, the story line draws you in quickly and it’s a joy to see where life takes them now.

Justine Gale is working hard to make ends meet the best she can for her young daughter. She once had big dreams but life didn’t work out the way she planned and she’s been left treading water to stay afloat for awhile now. When she receives word that she has inherited the citrus grove where she spent those sweet summers as a kid, she thinks her prayers have been answered! She has just received a diagnosis for her little girl that is going to cost a lot of money … money that she has no dream of having. She heads back to Orange Blossom, Florida to get the process going on selling her inheritance so she will be able to provide for her daughter … until she runs into a problem … Nate Rhodes … her first love!

Nate was the one she left behind to chase those big dreams she had, so he’s not overly thrilled to see her back in town. Especially after he just found out she’s taking over and planing to sell the groves … HIS groves! He will fight her tooth and nail to save the business he’s put his blood, sweat and tears into establishing if it’s the last thing he does!

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* Release Blitz * SETTING OFF SPARKS by Jennifer Bernard

Setting Off Sparks

A Jupiter Point Novel
by Jennifer Bernard
Publication Date: June 13, 2017
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Bernard returns to the town readers are falling in love with…

In one fiery moment, Finn Abrams went from cocksure firefighter to scarred survivor. Now all he wants is to put his life together again, get back on a hotshot crew, and figure out exactly what happened to him during the Big Canyon burnover. He never expected to be knocked off his feet by a gorgeous, no-nonsense stranger to Jupiter Point—the one woman who seems completely immune to his famous charm.

Coolly practical, Lisa Peretti knows she won’t be in Jupiter Point for long. As an ER nurse in Houston, she helped a friend escape a dangerous situation. Now she’s hiding out in the little town, determined to keep a low profile. The last thing she needs is attention, especially in the form of the tabloid-starring, actress-dating, too-sexy-for-his-own-good Finn Abrams.

Still, Lisa can’t resist someone who needs her help. As long as she can keep her distance, working with the local hero as he recovers from his burns should be no problem, right?

Wrong. When danger follows Lisa to Jupiter Point, she’s startled to find Finn ready, willing, and more than able to come to her rescue. Add to that a meddling movie crew, some kindhearted locals, and her own unruly heart, and Lisa quickly loses any shot at keeping her feelings under cover.

Fire season in Jupiter Point is always smokin’ hot…but this time it’s going to be Setting Off Sparks.

EXCERPT:

“Finn? Are you all right?”

His eyes snapped open. Lisa Peretti stood before him, barefoot, her sandals held in one hand. Wary sympathy shone from her dark eyes.

Great. How much had she overheard? “Fine. How are you?”

Smooth. Very smooth.

“Not bad. For what it’s worth, ‘deformed’ is a little over the top. As a medical professional, I wouldn’t use that phrase.”

“So you heard all that.”

She nodded. Her glance flickered down his body, and it seemed she wanted to say something else. But she didn’t. She probably wasn’t one for empty expressions of sympathy.

“Fan-tastic. I’m trying to figure why I keep embarrassing myself in front of you and I’m coming up blank.” He grabbed the champagne bottle and took another swallow. “Drink?”

“I’m good. I don’t drink when I’m working.”

“So I’m drinking alone, then. One more embarrassing moment, in case you’re counting.” He toasted her with the bottle then set it aside. Any more and he might throw up. That would definitely put him in the Humiliation Hall of Fame for good.

She came toward the bench and sat next to him. Not right next to him, but close enough so he could inhale her scent, something light and spicy. “So, uh…I have a question for you,” she said.

“The answer is yes.”

She laughed. “Do you ever stop flirting?”

“This? This isn’t flirting. Believe me, you’ll know when I get back into flirting.” Suddenly he felt a hell of a lot better than he had a few minutes ago. In a flash, this wedding had gone from endless tedium to something more like exhilaration.

“Will there be more cheesy pick-up lines?” She clasped her hands at her throat and fluttered her eyelashes at him. “A girl can dream.”

“Speaking of dreams… Do your legs hurt from running through my dreams all night?”

She groaned. “Worst ever. You keep topping yourself. It’s a gift.”

“Yeah, kind of like that gift from your great-aunt Gertrude that you can’t return because she’d be insulted.”

“Oh, I doubt it. I’m sure that kind of thing works on most people.”

“That kind of thing?”

She smoothed out a wrinkle on her dress. The night breeze lifted the long strands of hair that had come loose. “You know, the charming thing.”

“I’ve had nearly an entire bottle of champagne, but I’m pretty sure you just called me charming.”

And I said it doesn’t work on me.”

He squinted up at the night sky. The lanterns overheard swayed, sending shadows chasing across the lawn. “No, you didn’t. You said it worked on most people.”

“But I’m not most people.”

“Now that,” he looked back at her, “is for sure. One hundred percent.”

It was a little hard to tell in the light of the lanterns, but it looked like she was blushing under his gaze. “I’m never going to go out with you, Finn.”

She sounded so serious that it took him aback. Never? “Why not?”

“I’m not interested in dating anyone. I won’t be in Jupiter Point for long. Even if I were…” She bit her lip, glancing away from him.

With all that champagne in his system, he went for the joke. “Let me guess. I’m too charming, funny, handsome and irresistible.”

“Exactly.”

About Jennifer Bernard

Jennifer Bernard is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance. Her books have been called “an irresistible reading experience” full of “quick wit and sizzling love scenes.” A graduate of Harvard and former news promo producer, she left big city life in Los Angeles for true love in Alaska, where she now lives with her husband and stepdaughters. She still hasn’t adjusted to the cold, so most often she can be found huddling with her laptop and a cup of tea. No stranger to book success, she also writes erotic romance under the name Juniper Bell.

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