* Review * A COWBOY IN PARADISE by Shana Gray

February 18, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A COWBOY IN PARADISE by Shana Gray

A Cowboy in Paradise by Shana Gray
Published by Harlequin Blaze on March 1, 2017
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Her island nights are heating up!

Losing her luggage was Jimi Calloway's first clue that her friend's Hawaiian destination wedding would be a nightmare. The fact that it's at a ranch instead of on the beach and she'll be "glamping"? It's officially the Vacation from Hell. Until this city girl gets a glimpse of her smokin'-hot cowboy guide. Suddenly this vacation is looking up…

Sure, Jimi's designer wardrobe is lost somewhere over the ocean, but she's too busy learning just how incredible—and incredibly wicked—"roughing it" with the sexy, rugged Dallas Wilde can be to care. Besides, it's only a vacation fling… Only, no one warned Jimi how easy it was to fall for a cowboy in paradise.

A steamy hot destination wedding story that will keep you enthralled from start to finish! The characters are enjoyable and decadently sassy! I wanted a little more from the ending, but overall, I loved this story!

The moment she lands in Hawaii and the airline has lost her luggage, Jimi Calloway worries this vacation and destination wedding of her college friend is going to be a nightmare! Then she finds out they’re “glamping” on a ranch … and it just gets worse. A ranch … in Hawaii? Then her sexy-as-sin tour guide steps into her life … O M G … maybe this won’t be so bad after all!

Dallas Wilde is happy to help host his friends wedding on the family ranch, and when he sets eyes on Jimi, he’s even happier! Who doesn’t want a sexy wedding fling right? Only the passion they ignite is more than he ever expected! Will they be able to walk away when their time is supposed to be over?

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* Review * BABY SURPRISE FOR THE DOCTOR PRINCE by Robin Gianna

February 18, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * BABY SURPRISE FOR THE DOCTOR PRINCE by Robin Gianna

Baby Surprise for the Doctor Prince by Robin Gianna
Series: Royal Spring Babies
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on March 1, 2017
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Their royal bundle of joy!

Two months after her breathtaking night with Prince Enzo Affini, nurse Aubrey Henderson arrives in Venice to discover he's her new boss. And even more shocking? The news she's carrying his royal baby!

Guarded doctor Enzo has long protected his legacy—and his heart. He's determined not to trust his attraction to irresistible, spirited Aubrey. But as their baby grows, so, too, does their undeniable connection…and a longing for a happy-ever-after that neither can deny!

With Enzo Affini’s story, Robin Gianna brings us the conclusion to the Royal Spring Babies duet! We get to watch a relationship develop between Enzo & Aubrey as well as catching a glimpse of Dante & Shay again from the first book. Fun characters!

Aubrey Henderson had a one night fling with Doctor Enzo Affini in Venice before going on a nursing assignment to Rome. She hoped to hear from him after she left, but disappointedly did not. Now she’s bad … and the attraction is still there!

Enzo doesn’t know whether to believe that it’s just coincidence that Aubrey is there to work in his clinic or not, but he can’t deny the pull between the two of them. Will he be able to let down his guard enough to let himself have a relationship with her … especially when they find out she’s expecting??

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* Review * SPRINKLED WITH LOVE by Jennifer Faye

February 17, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * SPRINKLED WITH LOVE by Jennifer Faye

Sprinkled with Love by Jennifer Faye
Series: The Bachelor Bake-Off Book 3
Published by Tule Publishing on February 21, 2017
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What does one do with a matchmaking cat named Romeo?

Spirited and beautiful, Jillian Parker is one of Marietta’s newest business owners. Still, her mother worries about Jillian’s bare ring finger. So in order to give her mother something else to fuss over, Jillian adopts a cat named Romeo. He turns out to be anything but a docile lap cat.

One snowy night, Romeo makes a break for it. With Jillian right on his heels, they have a near miss with a passing pickup driven by Avery Wainwright, one of Jillian’s closest friends. A rodeo accident has the sexy cowboy returning home to recuperate, and he’s not happy about it.

So when Avery finds himself lassoed into the Bachelor Bake-Off, he turns to the one person who has always helped him out—Jillian. But will teaching him to take chances outside of the show ring have them both discovering that their feelings for each other run much deeper than they ever imagined?

With Book 3 of The Bachelor Bake-Off, Jennifer Faye brings us contestant Avery Wainwright’s story! The plot is a bit slow, but the characters are fun … especially the matchmaking cats!

When Avery Wainwright comes home from the rodeo circuit to recover from an injury, the last thing he expects to be doing is learning to bake, but his little sister somehow sweet talks him into taking part in the town’s Bachelor Bake-Off. What’s he getting himself in for?

Jillian Parker might be super busy with her newly opened store in Marietta, Montana, but she can still find time to help a friend learn to bake! Will Avery and Jillian spending time together bring bake the old crush she used to have on him? And will it finally open his eyes to the fact that she’s a woman?

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* Review * PURSUED BY THE DESERT PRINCE by Dani Collins

February 16, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * PURSUED BY THE DESERT PRINCE by Dani Collins

Pursued by the Desert Prince by Dani Collins
Series: The Sauveterre Siblings
Published by Harlequin Presents on March 1, 2017
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Draped in the desert prince's diamonds…

To ensure his sister's successful marriage, Kasim, Crown Prince of Zhamair, must stop Angelique Sauveterre's alleged affair with his future brother-in-law. But when Angelique denies any involvement, Kasim can't resist the chance to make the feisty beauty his!

Angelique is tempted by Kasim's offer of a fling—always compared to her twin sister, she's never allowed to just be herself. They couldn't be from two more different worlds, yet Angelique blossoms under Kasim's touch and surrenders to the desert prince. But can he give her more than passion and precious jewels?

Really enjoyed this kick-off to a new series from Dani Collins! We get the first of the four Sauveterre sibling stories with another sibling following the next month. They’re easy to connect to, yet shrouded in lots of secrets and an overly protected life, so it’s fun to delve below the surface and get to know them more.

Prince Kasim ibn Nour is determined to see his sister happily married to the man that she loves, so he visits designer Angelique Sauveterre to make sure she ends her liaison with his soon-to-be brother-in-law prior to the wedding!

Angelique can’t believe he thinks she is someone’s mistress! She sets him straight in no uncertain terms … and by the end of being put in his place by her, Kasim is so intrigued that he wants to claim her for his very own! Family obligations on both their parts limit their freedom to live their lives as they wish, but they decide to have a short lived fling that is just for their enjoyment. When their time together is supposed to be coming to an end, will they be able to walk away?

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* Review * THEIR SECRET ROYAL BABY by Carol Marinelli

February 16, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THEIR SECRET ROYAL BABY by Carol Marinelli

Their Secret Royal Baby by Carol Marinelli
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on March 1, 2017
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Royal baby born in the ER!

Dr. Elias Santini, secret prince of Medrindos, has his world rocked when he attends an emergency delivery. The patient is Beth Foster, the woman he spent one stolen night with, and she's in premature labor…with his baby!

Estranged from her strict parents, Beth both fears the desire between them and yearns for the support Elias offers her as their tiny newborn fights for her life. A fiery kiss tempts Beth to risk everything, but what will happen when she discovers her daughter is the future heir to the Medrindos throne?

A captivating read about finding the love of your life when you least expect it … and overcoming secrets and roadblocks to find your happily-ever-after!

Dr. Elias Santini, the secret Prince of Medrindos, doesn’t plan on delivering a baby during his Accident and Emergency shift that night at a London hospital … and he’s even more shocked when he sees his one night fling and realizes it’s his very own baby he’s delivering!

Event planner Beth Foster is in town on business and suddenly finds herself in labor way too early. Estranged from her strict parents, she’s all alone in the world as the stress of being unwell and unable to find out what’s going on with her baby rains down on her. She’s so relieved when Elias walks in the door! As they embark on the journey of seeing their baby through this battle, they begin to get to know more about each other and enjoy their time together. When the truth about Elias’s heritage comes out, will she be able to stand the thought of life as a royal?

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* Review * MISSING THE OBVIOUS by K A Servian

February 15, 2017 Leave a Comment

Missing the Obvious by K A Servian
Published by Sweetpea Publishing on February 12, 2017
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Three years before 'Throwing Light' begins, Tom and Grace find themselves thrust together at the wedding of their old friend, David. Grace is trying hard to ignore her inappropriate crush on her best friend's big brother, but when he starts to flirt with her, she wonders if tonight will be her opportunity to finally act on her hidden feelings.

A super quick read of a short prequel to K A Servian’s upcoming novel, THROWING LIGHT. Just enough of a hint into Grace Southern’s life that makes us want to come back for more to see what happens with Tom! A nice teaser!

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* Review * HOLDEN by Delores Fossen

February 15, 2017 Leave a Comment

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Holden by Delores Fossen
Series: The Lawmen of Silver Creek Ranch
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on February 21, 2017
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When a baby goes mising, a Texas marshal and a woman from his past discover there's a whole lot more behind this kidnapping…

Holden Ryland certainly didn't become a marshal just to end up busting his ex, Nicky Hart, for taking files from Conceptions Fertility Clinic. But only Nicky knows just what was really stolen: a newborn being held for ransom. A newborn who is kin to both her and Holden. The missing boy is only the start of a mystery that snakes through Texas, winding its way through their families. Bad blood may linger between them, but Holden can protect his nephew back at the Silver Creek Ranch. If they can lay their past to rest to rescue this child, is it possible for them to have a future together?

A ring of blackmail and deception makes up the plot of Delores Fossen’s latest in The Lawmen of Silver Creek series! We’re drawn in quickly and go through twists and turns with them to see if they will get to the bottom of the mystery! If you’re a follower of this series, you will have no problem recognizing all of the various characters who come through for back-up … if you’re new to the series, it will seem overwhelming to try to keep all the brothers and cousins straight. Don’t even worry about it, as they are only minor players in this book .. and if you want to get to know them each in their own right, go back and pick up the earlier books in the series to enjoy! 🙂

US Marshal Holden Ryland never expects to be going after his ex for stealing files from a fertility clinic, and when he shows up at her door and gets the story behind it, he understands why she’s been risking life and limb to get the answers she needs!

Nicky Hart never set out to hurt Holden or his family, so the bad blood between them doesn’t set well with her … but she’ll put aside their differences if she can get him to help her find a missing baby … a baby that’s related to them both!

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* Review * A DEBT PAID IN THE MARRIAGE BED by Jennifer Hayward

February 15, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A DEBT PAID IN THE MARRIAGE BED by Jennifer Hayward

A Debt Paid in the Marriage Bed by Jennifer Hayward
Published by Harlequin Presents on March 1, 2017
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The unwilling Ricci wife…

Angelina's world is shattered when Lorenzo Ricci walks through the door of her engagement party and demands she call off the wedding—because she's still married to him! She left the formidable Italian to save her heart, but now, with her family business at stake, Angelina must consider his terms…

In need of an heir, Lorenzo will use any means to reclaim his wayward wife and return her to their marriage bed. He'll make her debts disappear if she repays him…in desire! The chemistry may be alive and well between them, but can they survive their tempestuous reunion unscathed?

An exciting read filled with a mixture of turmoil and emotions!

Angelina Carmichael has her world turned upside down at her engagement party when her ex-husband shows up to tell her that they are still married and she will be returning to his bed to fulfill her duties as his wife … or he’ll ruin her father!

Lorenzo Ricci can’t stand the fact that Angie walked out on him all those years ago, and now that he needs an heir and finds out that they are conveniently still married, what better way to get one than to bring his wayward wife back home?

These two produce fireworks when they are in each other’s vicinity. Will they actually be able to calm down and listen to each other to make their marriage work, or will it be all be a repeat of history with them pushing each other away again?

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * SO RIGHT by Darcy Burke

February 15, 2017 1 Comment

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * SO RIGHT by Darcy Burke

So Right: A Ribbon Ridge Novel by Darcy Burke
Series: Love on the Vine Book 2
on February 14, 2017
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Kelsey McDade realizes that her love life is one and done. Her last—and only—relationship left her broken and afraid and more than ready to be alone for the long haul. But sexy-charming vineyard manager Luke Westcott pushes all of her buttons in the right way and makes her wonder if she ought to try again.

In nearly twenty-eight years, Luke’s most successful romance has been with the outdoors. Currently single, he’s happy to pour all of his energy into his new winery until Kelsey provokes feelings he didn’t know he was capable of. He can envision their future together—if she’ll let down her guard.

When the ghost of Kelsey’s past causes her to slam on the brakes, Luke is ready to fight for her, even if it means sacrificing himself in the process. Convinced she’s only made wrong choices in the past, Kelsey must decide if Luke—and their love—is worth the greatest risk of all.

A wounded soul and a loner … end up being a match made in heaven! I just love Darcy Burke’s Ribbon Ridge novels and adding the Westcott’s into the mix with the Love On The Vine series is a lot of fun to read!

Vineyard manager Luke Westcott has spent most of his life alone and enjoying the great outdoors. Although he loves his family dearly, he’s just happiest with his solitude. Working with his brothers and friend to run this winery has been a great venture so far, and he’s looking forward to nurturing the vines for years to come. What he doesn’t need is a woman … no matter how much his mom nags.

Librarian Kelsey McDade has come to love Ribbon Ridge and the friends she has made over the couple of years she’s been settled here, but she still keeps a lot of herself reigned in and private. No one knows the torture she went through with her ex-boyfriend, and she likes it that way. She doesn’t want anyone to know how broken she really is.

When Luke and Kelsey find themselves innocently flirting with each other every time they cross paths, it’s a surprise. Neither of them want a relationship … but can they ignore the draw they have towards each other? Will she be able to share her secrets with him? And can she ever truly trust a man again?

Meet the Author:

Darcy Burke is the USA Today Bestselling Author of hot, action-packed historical and sexy, emotional contemporary romance. A native Oregonian, Darcy lives on the edge of wine country with her guitar-strumming husband, their two hilarious kids who seem to have inherited the writing gene, and three Bengal cats. Visit Darcy online at www.darcyburke.com and sign up for her newsletter, follow her on Twitter at twitter.com/darcyburke, or like her Facebook page, www.facebook.com/DarcyBurkeFans.

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About the Book:

Kelsey McDade realizes that her love life is one and done. Her last—and only—relationship left her broken and afraid and more than ready to be alone for the long haul. But sexy-charming vineyard manager Luke Westcott pushes all of her buttons in the right way and makes her wonder if she ought to try again.

In nearly twenty-eight years, Luke’s most successful romance has been with the outdoors. Currently single, he’s happy to pour all of his energy into his new winery until Kelsey provokes feelings he didn’t know he was capable of. He can envision their future together—if she’ll let down her guard.

When the ghost of Kelsey’s past causes her to slam on the brakes, Luke is ready to fight for her, even if it means sacrificing himself in the process. Convinced she’s only made wrong choices in the past, Kelsey must decide if Luke—and their love—is worth the greatest risk of all.

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* Review * HER HOLIDAY FLING by Jennifer Snow

February 13, 2017 Leave a Comment

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* Review * HER HOLIDAY FLING by Jennifer Snow

Her Holiday Fling by Jennifer Snow
Series: Wild Wedding Nights
Published by Harlequin Blaze on March 1, 2017
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What happens in Hawaii…

Divorce lawyer Hayley Hanna has one week to convince her bosses she's not a "ruthless, man-hating shark." And it's not going to be easy. In a moment of insanity, Hayley agrees to bring her fiancé to the corporate retreat in Maui. But there's one problem: she hasn't got a fiancé.

Enter Chase Hartley—six feet of sexy, sculpted police muscle. Chase needs a date for his sister's island wedding—someone to stop the family matchmakers. The chemistry between Hayley and Chase is just a bonus—one that quickly turns hot nights into sizzling sexcapades. All they have to do is resist believing their own lie. But just because their relationship is fake doesn't mean that falling for each other won't have real consequences!

Opportunity and fairly innocent deception leads the plot in Jennifer Snow’s upcoming Harlequin Blaze novel. It’s sassy and fun, steamy and sweet and overall just has you wanting them to admit they are feeling something already! Looking forward to Kate’s story coming soon!

Divorce attorney Hayley Hanna really put her foot in her mouth this time! What was she thinking agreeing to bring her fiance along on the corporate retreat in Maui?? She doesn’t even HAVE a fiance! She needs this retreat to go perfectly so she can convince her bosses that she’s not the man hating shark they think she is.

LAPD cop Chase Hartley is not looking forward to his sister matching him up with all of her single friends when he attends her wedding in Hawaii. He just wants to get there, get it over with and get back to what he loves … working!

Hayley and Chase meet on the plane to Hawaii and come up with the big plan of deception to make everyone think they are a couple. Will the sparks that actually fly hard between the two of them lead to more than just a casual hookup during their time spent together?

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