* REVIEW * REINING IN THE BILLIONAIRE by Dani Wade

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* REVIEW *  REINING IN THE BILLIONAIRE by Dani WadeReining in the Billionaire by Dani Wade
Published by Harlequin Desire on February 1, 2017
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four-stars

An instant billionaire wants revenge…and more!

Mason Harrington grew up as a rough-and-tumble stable boy. But a shocking inheritance enables him and his brother to return to their hometown and settle some scores. First on the agenda: take over the elite horse farm belonging to the woman who once broke Mason's heart when her daddy said he wasn't good enough.

Despite Mason's motives, EvaMarie Hyatt has no choice but to stay on at the ranch and work for him. Soon it becomes clear Mason wants more than revenge. Even more surprising: EvaMarie's willingness to succumb. But will new misunderstandings derail their renewed passion, or will this second chance lead to forever?


Revenge was more than he bargained for!  A fast-paced book that takes us on the journey for revenge with the realization that he wants more!  Great characters with an angst filled story. The only thing I wanted a little more of was more of was seeing him in his glory working with the horses and bringing the horse-racing more into the plot.

Mason Harrington has stewed for one thing for all of his adult life … revenge on those who ruined his father all those years ago.  The inheritance he and his brother came into unexpectedly has given him the means to put that plan into action … and the second he hears the Hyatt estate could be his, he jumps at the chance.

EvaMarie Hyatt has never lived down the impact Mason had on her life, but the circumstances of her life left her with no strength to stand up for him, or even for herself.  When Mason gets his revenge, she’s left with no option than to stay and work for him.  Day in and day out of humiliation … but also so much temptation.  Will she finally be able to step up and go for what she wants?

four-stars

* REVIEW * THE UNFORGETTABLE SPANISH TYCOON by Christy McKellen

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* REVIEW *  THE UNFORGETTABLE SPANISH TYCOON by Christy McKellenThe Unforgettable Spanish Tycoon by Christy McKellen
Series: Romantic Getaways
Published by Harlequin Romance on February 1, 2017
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five-stars

"I know we were more than just friends."

Once Elena Jones had shared an intense entanglement with striking Spaniard Caleb Araya, ending with both their hearts in tatters. Now she's a successful entrepreneur, and when he rejects a new business proposition, it's clear Caleb hasn't forgotten…

When an accident causes the tycoon to lose his memory, Caleb seems to think they are still a couple! Elena wants to help him recover…but will staying in Barcelona with him just put her heart in jeopardy again?


With the latest in the Romantic Getaways series, Christy McKellen brings us a story from Barcelona!  It’s a fast read and keeps your attention from the beginning.  The characters are likable and draw us into their story and keep us hoping for that happily-ever-after!

Business woman Elena Jones travels from her home in England to see her old friend Caleb Araya in Barcelona with a business proposition.  They were the best of friends for a time in college, with the hope of more until she broke his heart.

Caleb Araya is shocked to see Elena, and isn’t open to doing business with her.  He’s never forgiven her for the cold-hearted way she ended things with him all those years ago and could never bring himself to trust her again.  He’s lived his life around never letting his guard down like that again!

When an accident takes away Caleb’s memory from their time together, and happenstance has her nearby, he mistakenly thing they are a couple.  She can’t walk away when he needs her, so she keeps up the pretense.  Will he forgive her when his memory comes flooding back or will he be done with her once and for all?

five-stars

* REVIEW * BREAKING EMILY’S RULES by Heatherly Bell

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* REVIEW *  BREAKING EMILY’S RULES by Heatherly BellBreaking Emily's Rules by Heatherly Bell
Series: Heroes of Fortune Valley
Published by Harlequin Superromance on February 1, 2017
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four-half-stars

Weren't rules made to be broken…?

Play-by-the-rules good girl Emily Parker is finally flying free. Literally. After a broken engagement, she's about to live out her wildest dream: getting her pilot's license. With former Air Force pilot Stone Mcallister teaching her, though, it's not just the altitude making her dizzy….

Once he settles his father's estate, Stone's heading back to the Air Force. When Emily expresses interest in some no-strings fun, he can't resist, but a single kiss proves that a fling won't be enough. As the clock ticks down to his deployment, will he be able to break his own rules for her?


A fun, sweet & sexy read, all rolled into one!  The main characters have great chemistry and a quick wit with each other that has you smiling as you are reading.  There were a couple of slow spots, but overall, it was a great read that has you thinking about redemption for regrets from the past, and the fact that it’s never too late to reach for your dreams!

Emily Parker is spending a lot of time re-thinking her life.  She’s recently split from the fiance she thought she was going to spend the rest of that life with, and it’s making her realize she doesn’t want to be the reliable good-girl anymore … she wants to live a little!

Former Air Force pilot Stone Mcallister is only staying in town long enough to get his dad’s estate in order before he rejoins the Air Force.  He’s not a forever kind of guy, but when Emily Parker crosses his path, he wonders if maybe he could be!  Agreeing to help her get her pilot license is a big step for him because it means he has to have temptation by his side day in and day out.  When she also decides to throw in the offer for a one-night fling, he just can’t help himself!  Will he see that maybe forever isn’t so bad?

four-half-stars

* REVIEW * DEEP COVER DETECTIVE by Lena Diaz

* REVIEW *  DEEP COVER DETECTIVE by Lena DiazDeep Cover Detective by Lena Diaz
Series: Marshland Justice
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on August 1, 2016
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four-stars

A detective needed a mysterious woman's help—even if she had secrets to spare…

In the heart of everglade country, Detective Colton Graham lays his plans to catch a robbery kingpin. What he fails to plan for is Silver Westbrook. Proprietress of a local B and B, Silver is as sharp-witted as she is easy on the eyes. But Colton senses Silver is hiding something. Suspicious that she might be harboring the very criminals he's tracking, Colton keeps a watchful eye on her. It doesn't take long to learn her true motives and her involvement in the case. But unfortunately for both of them, attraction can be the deadliest distraction.


We’re knee deep into the middle of an undercover investigation as soon as we start this book. The pace continues to move and excitement leads us further into the secrets and mysteries surrounding this town!

Undercover detective Colton Graham goes deep into the heart of the Florida everglades trying to get a break in a case.  He’s looking for answers, but what he gets is more questions instead.

Bed and breakfast owner Silver Westbrook might act all sweet and innocent, but Colton can tell she’s hiding things from the beginning.  Will getting closer to her and trying to gain her trust get him any closer to the truth, or will it only make it harder to stomach when he has to take her down along with the rest of the criminals?

four-stars

* REVIEW * ALL HE DESIRES by Melanie Shawn

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* REVIEW *  ALL HE DESIRES by Melanie ShawnAll He Desires – Nate & Eliza by Melanie Shawn
Series: Crossroads Book 12
Published by Red Hot Reads Publishing on January 25, 2017
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five-stars

Stand-alone Crossroads romance, complete with HEA—and plenty of heat and heart along the way!

Former Army Ranger and cyber security specialist Nate Holmes was a genius in all things computers. The sexy, muscled Adonis could fix any technical problem he was faced with, but when it came to matters of the heart, there was one issue he couldn’t face…how he felt about her…

Eliza Young thought she’d put Harper’s Crossing in her rear view, but when a job opportunity opens up, the beautiful brunette is forced to return to her hometown and the setting of her unrequited first true love…

He thought he’d missed his chance, she thought she'd never had one. After ten years, fate had finally reunited Nate and Eliza, but the question remains--what do you do when you get a chance to get it right this time? Will Nate have the courage and heart to claim her and…All He Desires...


Another great trip to Harper’s Crossing!  An un-requited love (or was it?) reunion story that will grab your attention and hold it.  I found myself wanting to grab them and bang their heads together a time or two because they kept misunderstanding something the other said or did, but I was pulling for them to finally get their chance once and for all!  Great characters!  Fun, steamy and downright sweet.

Eliza Young left her hometown of Harper’s Crossing, Illinois 10 years ago to reach for her dreams and find her happily-ever-after, but no matter how much she tried, it just never seemed to work out that way, so now she’s back and starting her life over!

Former Army Ranger, turned security specialist, Nate Holmes can’t believe it when he sees her.  He spent his life unable to forget her and thinking he had missed his chance forever.  Will he finally get to tell her how he’s always felt about her, or will past secrets and mistakes keep them apart?

five-stars

* REVIEW * FROM ENEMIES TO EXPECTING by Kat Cantrell

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* REVIEW *  FROM ENEMIES TO EXPECTING by Kat CantrellFrom Enemies to Expecting by Kat Cantrell
Series: Love and Lipstick
Published by Harlequin Desire on February 1, 2017
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five-stars

Winning is nonnegotiable…and so is parenthood!

Marketing exec Trinity Forrester needs PR buzz. By-the-books baseball tycoon Logan McLaughlin needs ticket sales. Their plan is simple: embark on a pretend romance to boost publicity. But soon their reality-show kisses lead to explosive off-camera lovemaking…

Trinity knows her fling with her frustratingly handsome costar ends when the cameras stop rolling—not with a diamond ring and proposal. But when their fake romance yields a very real pregnancy, will the emotionally guarded duo choose winning…or wedding?


With the final story in her Love and Lipstick series, Kat Cantrell brings us Trinity’s story.  I’ve loved them all, but I think Trinity was my favorite.  Her connection with Logan is super fun to read. They tease and taunt each other and she’s such a firecracker that I was smiling half the book!  I’m going to miss these gals … I really enjoyed seeing their happy endings!

When bad publicity and lacking ticket sales lead Fyra Cosmetics exec Trinity Forrester and baseball tycoon Logan McLaughlin to join the cast of a reality show competition to get their names “out there”, little do they know how well it’s going to work out for them!  A fake romance is in the works and both of their sales are sky rocketing for it!

When what they are feeling for each other no longer feels fake, will they admit their true feelings and decide to make it real?  And when an unexpected pregnancy pops into the mix, will it pull them closer together or end their relationship once and for all?

five-stars

* REVIEW * THE SHEIKH’S CONVENIENT PRINCESS by Liz Fielding

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* REVIEW *  THE SHEIKH’S CONVENIENT PRINCESS by Liz FieldingThe Sheikh's Convenient Princess by Liz Fielding
Series: Romantic Getaways
Published by Harlequin Romance on February 1, 2017
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four-half-stars

From secretary…to the sheikh's wife!

Sheikh Ibrahim al-Ansari knows a reconciliation with his estranged father means accepting his father's choice of bride…unless he gets there first! Luckily he has the perfect princess in mind—his new assistant Ruby Dance.

After her last cheating boyfriend, Ruby is avoiding all commitments, but this promotion could help her family, so she agrees to a temporary marriage. She should be craving her next assistant role, not the devastating beauty of the desert and the man who rules it all…


A really fun connection between the main characters makes Liz Fielding’s upcoming release a joy to read.  Not only are we watching a romance spark, but we catch ourselves smiling quite often at the sass this couple shows towards each other.  Really enjoyed them!  The only thing I was left wanting was a little more time with them!

Once banished from his home country, Sheikh Ibrahim al-Ansari knows he can’t return home without a bride on his arm unless he wants to be forced into marriage with the woman his estranged father has chosen for him.  He lucks into the fact that his new temporary assistant fits his needs to a tee and has agreed to a temporary marriage of convenience!

Ruby Dance has her own painful past that she lives every day running from, so if she can help Bram to rectify past mistakes and reunite with his family, she is all for it.  Neither of them expect to actually fall for each other when they are spending time preparing for their trip, but when it happens, will they decide to make their marriage a real one?

four-half-stars

* REVIEW * BEYOND DUTY by Stanalei Fletcher

* REVIEW *  BEYOND DUTY by Stanalei FletcherBeyond Duty by Stanalei Fletcher
Series: Northstar Security Series Book 3
Published by The Wild Rose Press Inc on October 12, 2016
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four-stars

Northstar Security agent, Riley O’Neal, balks at posing as anyone’s husband for an assignment. Nevertheless, to rescue the kidnapped wife of a U.S. Senator, he’ll perform his duty and do his best to resist the charms of the very woman who deceived him on a previous mission.

U.S. Army Lt. Mary “Chip” Anderson is uneasy about the undercover assignment to pose as newlyweds. Concealing her attraction to Riley while staying focused on the task, may be the biggest challenge. Despite efforts to remain objective, enforced proximity ignites emotions and a desire to make the fake honeymoon real.

When Chip is kidnapped during a botched rescue attempt of the senator's wife, both women become pawns in the case that threatens the nation’s security. Riley must remain objective, save the women, and avert the threat. But after that, can he convince Chip that she wants to wear his ring forever?


Keeps us guessing!  I enjoyed the character interactions and the way the plot kept us on our toes trying to figure out who was behind everything, whether they would get them out safely, and whether there would be a future relationship to come out of it all!

Northstar Security agent Riley O’Neal isn’t happy about posing as someone’s husband in an undercover operation, but when he finds out it’s with the woman he hasn’t been able to get off his mind for the last year, he’s willing to take his chance!

US Army Lt Mary “Chip” Anderson is gung ho to help catch the enemy because she has a vested interest in the outcome.  Working closely with a man she has an attraction for isn’t ideal, but she’ll be able to handle it!

When Chip is kidnapped in a botched rescue attempt of the hostage, will Riley be able to keep his cool and get her back before time runs out?

four-stars

* REVIEW * JACKED UP by Samantha Kane

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* REVIEW * JACKED UP by Samantha KaneJacked Up by Samantha Kane
Series: Birmingham Rebels
Published by Loveswept on January 31, 2017
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four-half-stars

The secret about the Birmingham Rebels is out: With a girl in the middle, two mouth-watering football studs are better than one.

Linebacker Sam Taylor feels like a ticking time bomb. He left the army with emotional wounds as fresh as the scars on his back. Sam’s been living like a monk, but his best friend, defensive lineman King Ulupoka, wants to get him laid. Easy for him to say. The larger-than-life Samoan is a hard-bodied, tribal-tattooed fantasy. Sam agrees, under one condition: King stays to watch.

ER nurse Jane Foster is done being a good girl, and nothing says wild like picking up two of football’s sexiest players and bringing them back to your hotel room. Trouble is, she can’t decide which one she wants more. Sam is hot, sweet, and vulnerable. Jane’s more than willing to ride him into oblivion. But King’s intense gaze from across the room promises that the best is yet to come.

Sure, King has had his choice of girls and guys in the past. That doesn’t mean he’ll jeopardize his relationship with Sam over a case of locker-room lust—until a naughty nurse pushes them both out of their comfort zones. Seeing Jane and Sam together turns King on more than he ever imagined. If they’re game, he’s ready to tackle a three-way play.


A steamy-hot continuation of Samantha Kane’s Birmingham Rebels series is once again burning up the sheets!  You MUST be okay with menage and M/M to enjoy this book … and if you are, you’re in for a treat!  These two guys are the best of friends and then meeting that one certain lady, takes it to a whole new level!  The characters are sweet and kind, they have issues just like us, and I think you’ll find yourself rooting for a happy ending for them just like I was.

The PTSD that Linebacker Sam Taylor suffers from after returning from Afghanistan has him living his life in a really stunted way.  He overthinks things and worries constantly about what might set him off, and it’s driving his best friend crazy!  Defensive lineman King Ulupoka just wants to see Sam be able to relax and enjoy life a little bit.  He’s been living life like a monk ever since he came home, and King has decided it’s time he helps him change that!

ER nurse Jane Foster has always been the good girl, and so when she meets these two hunks and gets the opportunity to live life on the bad side for one night, she’s super tempted!  Steamy sex with a gorgeous football player?  YES PLEASE!  So what if his friend is going to stay and watch … she’s still game!

When a chance encounter has her crossing their path again a few months later, they decide they can’t let a gift like that slide by without jumping on it.  Neither of them have been able to get her or that night out of their mind … and neither has she!  When they all decide to try at a relationship … together … will they be able to live with the consequences when it goes public?

four-half-stars

* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * UNDER PRESSURE by Lori Foster

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * UNDER PRESSURE by Lori FosterUnder Pressure by Lori Foster
Series: Body Armor
Published by HQN Books on January 24, 2017
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five-stars

He can protect anything except his heart

Leese Phelps's road hasn't been an easy one, but it's brought him to the perfect job—working for the elite Body Armor security agency. And what his newest assignment lacks in size, she makes up for in fire and backbone. But being drawn to Catalina Nicholson is a dangerous complication, especially since it could be the very man who hired Leese who's threatening her.

What Catalina knows could get her killed. But who'd believe the sordid truth about her powerful stepfather? Beyond Leese's ripped body and brooding gaze is a man of impeccable honor. He's the last person she expects to trust—and the first who's ever made her feel safe. And he's the only one who can help her expose a deadly secret, if they can just stay alive long enough…


With the kick-off of a brand new series, Lori Foster brings us some familiar faces!  Instant attraction melded with heightened awareness to keep her safe has this Body Armor bodyguard feeling more than he ever thought possible for his newest client!  Great chemistry between the entire cast of characters keeps us highly entertained as we go along for the ride of solving the mystery of who the bad guys really are and how they can stop them.

When Leese Phelps gave up fighting to settle into being a body guard, he wasn’t sure he was going to like it, but he has to admit, it’s a satisfying job!  His boss Sahara takes good care of her guys and doesn’t take any gruff off of anybody, so they can always count on her to have their back.

From the moment he meets Cataline Nicholson, he’s drawn to her.  She’s done a great job of keeping herself hidden, and now that they have found her and realize what’s really going on, they realize they have led danger right to her door again!  She knows some very dangerous information, but knows no one would believe her against the wealthy men that it would bring down.  Now that Leese and his agency are on her side, will they be able to get all of the info they need to bring justice for those wronged and keep Cat safe before the bad men catch up to them?

 

 

 

 

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From New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Lori Foster comes UNDER PRESSURE, the first book in her brand-new Body Armor series, featuring her trademark alpha-male heroes and strong-willed heroines, who risk everything to save one another from the deadly forces that seek to destroy them.

 

 

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He can protect anything except his heart

Leese Phelps’s road hasn’t been an easy one, but it’s brought him to the perfect job—working for the elite Body Armor security agency. And what his newest assignment lacks in size, she makes up for in fire and backbone. But being drawn to Catalina Nicholson is a dangerous complication, especially since it could be the very man who hired Leese who’s threatening her.

What Catalina knows could get her killed. But who’d believe the sordid truth about her powerful stepfather? Beyond Leese’s ripped body and brooding gaze is a man of impeccable honor. He’s the last person she expects to trust—and the first who’s ever made her feel safe. And he’s the only one who can help her expose a deadly secret, if they can just stay alive long enough…

 

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EXCERPT:

“You do tempt me,” she whispered, her smile in place. “I didn’t realize it was mutual though.”

“Now you do.” And maybe she’d be more circum­spect.

“Because I’m convenient?” she asked. “Or some­what—” her expression pinched “—desperate?”

The uncertainty twisted his guts. He glanced at her mouth. “Because you’re hot.”

Her teeth bit into her bottom lip. “You really think so?”

Intuitively knowing she needed to hear it, he shared his thoughts. It wasn’t in the best interest of his sanity, but he liked seeing her blush.

He especially liked the way she looked at him.

“You, lady, are sexiness in a very small, sweet pack­age.”

“Usually I’m told I’m too thin.”

Leese slowly shook his head. “You have the right look and the right attitude to push all my buttons.”

Gifting him with that cocky smile he admired, she opened her hands on his chest. “Mmm. I think I like that.”

“What?”

“Pushing your buttons.” Her fingers trailed up to his shoulders, then around his neck.

Leese started to lean down when Justice knocked again.

Cat froze, then panicked. “Oh my God. That’s Jus­tice, right? I forgot all about him!” She pushed against Leese, trying to slide free.

He wanted to groan.

In truth, he should thank Justice for keeping him from doing anything insane. “Shh. Take it easy.” He rolled to the side of her and watched her shoot off the bed, then make a mad dash around to the bedroom.

Her ass looked really nice as she did so.

After scrubbing both hands over his face, Leese forced himself from the bed and went to the door. He peeked out first.

Justice stood there holding a tray with coffee and a basket of Danish pastries. Time to get the day started.

Past time to work through the puzzle of the current case: Catalina Nicholson.

 

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lori-foster-author-photoAbout Lori Foster:

LORI FOSTER is a New York Times, USA TODAY and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of more than 55 titles, beloved for her contemporary romance novels revolving around alpha males and the women they fall for. Lori has been a recipient of the prestigious RT Book Reviews Career Achievement Award for Series Romantic Fantasy, and for Contemporary Romance. For more about Lori, visit her website at LoriFoster.com, or check out these online locations where she interacts with readers: Facebook.com/LoriFoster, Twitter.com/LoriLFoster, Goodreads and Pinterest.com/lorilfoster.

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