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* Review * THE BEST MAN’S PROBLEM by Sera Taino

February 13, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THE BEST MAN’S PROBLEM by Sera Taino

The Best Man's Problem by Sera Taíno
Series: The Navarros #2
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on February 21, 2023
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He can’t forget the kiss he shared with the best man.

But is he the best man for him?

His sister’s wedding isn’t the ideal place for Rafael Navarro to reconnect with the man he kissed in a moment of reckless abandon. But it’s impossible to avoid best man Étienne Galois! The gorgeous Haitian photographer hasn’t forgotten the intimate moment they shared, even if Rafi is the most maddening person he’s ever met. Can the two find common ground, proving opposites not only attract—they can become lovers for life?

Highly addictive and emotional! Sera Taino’s Navarro family series is continuing with a relationship between Val’s brother Ravi and Philips’s BFF Etienne and you are not going to want to miss this slow-burn, sassy gay romance! The characters are easy to like and the family dynamics pushing them together adds a warm setting for the start of their romance. I adored Etienne and loved the way he opened up his heart to Ravi. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a sincere group of characters who have to deal with the ins and outs of life and how it shapes you on their way towards forever. I’m looking forward to more in the series!

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* Review * UNBUTTONING THE TUSCAN TYCOON by Michelle Douglas

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* Review * UNBUTTONING THE TUSCAN TYCOON by Michelle Douglas

Unbuttoning the Tuscan Tycoon by Michelle Douglas
Series: One Summer in Italy #1
Published by Harlequin Romance on February 21, 2023
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This summer…

…will these opposites attract?

Taking a break from her high stress job, Frankie expected to be picking grapes on a vineyard—not running the restaurant instead! But the instant fireworks with her brooding new boss meant he was impossible to say no to—for all the right reasons. While Dante may seem uptight, Frankie enjoys how she can use her new carefree attitude to help unbutton this tempting tycoon and reveal his long-buried playful side…

Michelle Douglas always delivers a gorgeously depicted setting for her stories! The Tuscan countryside quickly comes alive in the reader’s mind as Douglas weaves a tale of a vineyard setting and begins to endear her heroine into our heart. The story is fast paced and rich with culture and emotion. I particularly liked Dante and his devotion to honoring his grandfather. I highly recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a romance filled with strong characters with a bit of drama on their way towards happily ever after together.

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* Review * TEXAS BODYGUARD: LUKE by Janie Crouch

February 11, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * TEXAS BODYGUARD: LUKE by Janie Crouch

Texas Bodyguard: Luke by Janie Crouch
Series: San Antonio Security #1
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on February 21, 2023
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She’s seen too much

And he’s running out of time to save her…

The last person security expert Luke Patterson ever expected to see again is in desperate trouble. Claire Wallace witnessed her boss’s murder…and the killer is tearing her quiet life apart to find her. Luke will do anything to protect the childhood friend he never forgot. But as their secrets become an inescapable trap, will they survive to have any future?

I’m hooked and highly anticipating more in the series! Janie Crouch is kicking off a new San Antonio Security series for Harlequin Intrigue with a group of closely knit adopted brothers who began their own security biz after working in the military or for law enforcement for several years. The characters are highly addictive, the camaraderie between the brothers is heartfelt and the tension around keeping Clair safe is a thrill ride. I loved every minute of Clair and Luke’s story and can’t wait for Brax, Weston and Chance to shine in their own books in the series!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a highly intense bout of action and suspense mixed in with your romance.

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* Review * REUNITED WITH THE CHILDREN’S DOC by Susan Carlisle

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* Review * REUNITED WITH THE CHILDREN’S DOC by Susan Carlisle

Reunited with the Children's Doc by Susan Carlisle
Series: Atlanta Children's Hospital #1
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on February 21, 2023
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He loved her once…

Can he risk falling for her again?

Since losing her son, Marcy has had a single focus: researching a cure for cancer. Meeting Dr. Dylan again is unexpected, and his compassionate warmth invades the fortress around her heart. Marcy’s even more beautiful than he remembers, but Dylan’s been abandoned too many times. As they fight for their patients’ lives, an irresistible passion flares between them. Dare they put themselves on the line again for a shot at happy-ever-after?

Sincere characters and addictive storylines quickly hooked me! The background of the heroine losing her young son to cancer was already pulling at my heartstrings even before I really got knee deep into the drama of this particular story so I knew it was going to be emotional. Dylan adds a down-to-earth stability to the cast and made him near and dear to my heart quickly. I enjoyed the connection they shared and living the turmoil right alongside them as they toiled to treat their patients and heal their own battered souls was rewarding. I recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a medical setting as the backdrop to your romance.

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* Review * ANSWERING ATLAS by Chantal Fernando

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* Review * ANSWERING ATLAS by Chantal Fernando

Answering Atlas by Chantal Fernando
Series: Knights & Dragons MC #3
Published by Carina Press on February 21, 2023
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He was everything she didn't want and exactly what she needed.

She refuses to date him.

The daughter of the infamous Rake from the Wind Dragons MC, lawyer Natalie Ward knows all too well the problems that come with getting involved with a biker. That’s not for her—she’ll stick to suits over leather. And nothing will change her mind, especially not a sexy, built-like-a-Greek-god biker that rides for the Knights of Fury, another MC.

He loves a challenge.

Atlas is on a manhunt to find a rival gang leader and the last thing he needs is a distraction. But when he runs into Natalie at a bar with all her strength and beauty wrapped in a power suit, he can’t look away. He wants to forget her and running into her at every corner in town doesn’t make it easier. Being with her is impossible, but it’s the only thing that makes sense.

Never…say never.

When Atlas helps her get out of a difficult situation, Natalie can no longer ignore their growing attraction. But when a common enemy of both their clubs becomes a client at her law firm, she finds herself pulled into the very world she’s sought to avoid…

What a ride! I am really enjoying Chantal Fernando’s MC world and the roll-in of characters I’m already familiar with from her motorcycle custom shop series only makes it more sweet. The plot is thick with stressful moments as the hunt is still on for the culprits who are hurting the MC’s in town and watching Natalie and Atlas come together in a passionate connection is very satisfying. The characters hooked me quickly and the storyline carried me right up until the end. I’m looking forward to more to come in this world.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a close knit group of MC members and their families along with neighboring friends and even other MC’s who are there for each other when danger swarms.

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* Review * A CONVENIENT RING TO CLAIM HER by Dani Collins

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* Review * A CONVENIENT RING TO CLAIM HER by Dani Collins

A Convenient Ring to Claim Her by Dani Collins
Series: Four Weddings and a Baby #3
Published by Harlequin Presents on February 21, 2023
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The proposal…

…she vowed never to accept!

Life has taught orphan Quinn Harper to trust only herself. So, whilst her secret fling with billionaire Micah Gould was her first taste of passion, it wasn’t supposed to last forever. Although it gets harder and harder to pull herself away from his bed…

The abominable actions of Micah’s father have left a permanent mark. Love isn’t in his future. Then his relationship with Quinn is suddenly exposed and, in Berlin, a new possibility presents itself. Quinn could be the convenient bride Micah needs…but can he be what she deserves?

Fireworks are flying in the 3rd book in Dani Collins’ Four Wedding and a Baby series! Readers of the previous book in the series will recognize the characters and the set up quickly as it picks up shortly after Quinn outed her secret years long affair with her bestie’s brother Micah. The characters are endearing and easy to like, the plot is rich with strife and drama and the emotions are spot on. I wanted a bit more when it came to the ending and follow through of their happily ever after, but overall I enjoyed their story a lot.

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a bit of family drama with your romance.

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* Review * MADE FOR ME by Natasha Madison

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Made For Me by Natasha Madison
Series: Made For Hockey #1
on December 27, 2022
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Chase
Everyone expected me to play hockey.
I was good at it, but I was better at being a doctor.
So I hung up the skates and joined Doctors without Borders
But there is no place like home, so now I’m back.
And instead of being on the ice, I’m behind the bench as the team physician.
After years of playing cat and mouse, it’s time to admit it.
She’s mine.

Julia
Working as a social worker was a dream come true.
It wasn’t easy, and it has made me shut off my heart to love.
No commitment. No strings. No promises.
Until one fateful night changed everything.
He was there for me like no other one.
The biggest thing is I let him.
Maybe he was just made for me!

Heartfelt, emotional and oh so satisfying! With the first book in her Made For Hockey series, Natasha Madison brings us lots of familiar faces with family members of past couples from previous hockey books finding their way to each other and it felt like stepping into a room with family surrounding you. There was drama, there was love and laughter and above all there was tons of heart from every character we connected with. I’m looking forward to more to come in the series!

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* Review * ROCKED BAYOU by Erin Nicholas

January 31, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * ROCKED BAYOU by Erin Nicholas

Rocked Bayou by Erin Nicholas
Series: Badges of the Bayou #3
Published by EN Fiction, Inc. on February 7, 2023
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Ex-bodyguard and moody Irishman, Colin Daly needs three things:

To figure out how to have a real job after his longtime client no longer needs him.

To find some really good Irish whiskey in the land of homemade moonshine.

To stop having dirty dreams every time he hears young, beautiful, recently-discovered-thanks-to-social-media music sensation, Hayden Ross, sing. Which seems to be every time he freaking turns around lately.

But now the new-to-the-spotlight sweetheart is being harassed and needs someone to have her back. And Colin will be damned if he’s going to let anyone else take this job. No matter how much being her temporary, very protective pretend boyfriend/roommate/whatever is going to rock his world.

Just when you thought Erin Nicholas couldn’t possibly create a better book boyfriend for you than she already has … the Queen Tantalizer is delivering a grumpy Irish hunk to steal your heart! The characters are addictive and the plot is heavy with drama, heart and attraction. I loved every single page!

Colin is divine and I adored him the minute he stepped on the pages with precocious Saoirse in Fiona and Knox’s story. I loved seeing him find love and success.

Hayden is a sweetheart and such a great match for Colin. Her turmoil was an interesting aspect of the book … both the unwanted attention as well as her need to be needed vs her newfound career.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a cast of characters that soon feel like old friends that always bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Fun filled, passionate and always addictive!

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* Review * MALICE AT THE MARINA by Carol Ericson

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Malice at the Marina by Carol Ericson
Series: The Lost Girls #4
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on January 24, 2023
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He wants his missing sister back.
She needs her escaped witness.

All the years Detective Billy Crouch has searched for his missing sister, she’s been in witness protection. Now she’s fled…with criminals in pursuit. And US marshal Mia Romano must locate her before it’s too late. Joining forces, Mia’s focused on recovering her witness, while Billy just wants to keep both women safe. But the searing attraction he and Mia share may prove to be a distraction they can’t afford.

Attention grabbing and addictive! If you’ve been enjoying Carol Ericson’s The Lost Girls series, you will recognize the hero of this book Billy Crouch, an LAPD homicide detective who has been searching for his missing sister for years. The jig is up in this book and he finds out the whereabouts of Sabrina finally and it’s a race against time with US Marshall Mia Romano to keep his sister safe until they can finally be reunited. I was hooked from start to finish!

Billy has been an attractive character every time that he’s interacted on the pages of a book in this series. He’s smart and astute at his job and charismatic and friendly to all. I really enjoyed getting up close and personal with his story.

Mia is a good match for him. She is also good at her job and determined to right wrongs, but she has a softer side that interacts well with Billy.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys intrigue mixed with your romance as danger is always nearby as love conquers all.

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* Review * HOTSHOT HERO IN DISGUISE by Lisa Childs

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* Review * HOTSHOT HERO IN DISGUISE by Lisa Childs

Hotshot Hero in Disguise by Lisa Childs
Series: Hotshot Heroes #8
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on February 21, 2023
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His carefully crafted identity…

Is about to go up in flames!

After an attempt on his life, Jonathan Canterbury IV chose to let the world believe he was dead. Then Tammy Ingles discovers that the firefighter she knows as Ethan Sommerly is really the heir to an epic fortune. He doesn’t know what scares him more: the fact that his new lover can expose his secret, or the intensity of his need for her…

Intense drama and danger around every corner! The eighth book in Lisa Childs’ Hotshot Heroes series was my first in the series and I had no problems following along with the character list of past couples in the series and picking up on what has been going on in Northern Lakes. The danger is still lurking, but a new discovery has thrown them all for a loop. I enjoyed Ethan and Tammy’s story!

Ethan is hardworking and sincere, but his past life is coming back to bite him as his secrets unravel and danger comes knocking!

Tammy is loved by all and watching her crush on Ethan come to fruition with some drama behind it is rewarding.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good mystery with a brotherhood of friendship rallying around as one team member after another finds love.

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