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* Review * GOOD HANDS by Kelly Jamieson

April 12, 2022 Leave a Comment

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Good Hands by Kelly Jamieson
Series: Bears Hockey II #2
Published by Kelly Jamieson on April 12, 2022
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A hookup doesn’t have to mean just once. Right?

Brandon Smith
Keep it easy. Keep it fun. Never hold on. That sums up my relationship goals, with hockey teams and with women. I learned early on that love and family equals fights and heartache. So I’m always moving on to the next team, the next hookup, before things turn sour.

When I meet Lola at a tropical beachside bar, it’s the perfect set up for a little hot vacation sex. She’s gorgeous, funny, and most importantly, leaving for home tomorrow. But this time, I have a sinking feeling I’ll be sorry to see her go.

Lola McGrath
I knew after that night in Aruba I’d never see Brandon again. That’s fine; I’m too busy vying for the corner office to make time for relationships. But when our paths cross again in New York, our sizzling attraction leads to “just one more night”. Then another. And another.

We never meant to become friends with this many benefits. Especially the one neither of us ever expected—or thought we wanted.

An electrifying connection! With book 2 in her Bears Hockey II series Kelly Jamieson continues to delight with tempting hockey hunks and the feisty women that take them to their knees in GOOD HANDS. Interesting characters with a titillating romance held my attention throughout. Looking forward to more to come in this fun series!

Brandon has hang ups about his past but is a really down to earth guy that was easy to like.

Lola is a go getter and a delightful match for Brandon.

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a close knit group of hockey guys and their spouses who love and support the game and each other as one guy after another finds his true love.

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* Review * PRIDE by Arell Rivers

April 7, 2022 Leave a Comment

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Pride by Arell Rivers
Series: Sins of the Fathers #2
Published by Tarnished Halo Publishing LLC on April 7, 2022
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Breaking News: NYC’s Golden Boy Takes A Walk

This “Breaking News” about Xander Turner hardly deserves such a title. Then again, the mere mention of Xander’s name has always made my ladybits tingle, no matter that he never gave me a second glance when we were in school. But when the news anchor announces he’s out of the high-profile marketing position in his now-infamous family’s business, my wayward thoughts shift to my struggling PR agency. I want him. Ahem, to save my firm.

Much to my shock, Xander accepts my job offer. Not only does his sexy face and business savvy bring in the clients, but he adds a layer of fun and creativity I hadn’t expected. He even makes the transition from uptown shark to downtown employee seem effortless. Soon I come to realize that Xander’s more than just his looks. A hell of a lot more.

When the paparazzi catch wind of our unlikely pairing, will their ruthless pursuit give my agency more exposure, or will NYC’s dog-eat-dog media industry tear apart all we’ve built?

Dramatic and compelling! Arell Rivers is bringing temptation and scandal to life with the second book in her Sins of the Fathers series and it quickly held my attention! PRIDE picks up where the previous book in the series left off and brings us into the heart of Xander Turner’s downfall. The drama was high and the tension off the charts, and while lagging in certain areas, it held my attention and reignited my interest in this family.

Both characters had their pluses and minuses in their moral compass and loyalty, but overall I found them to be a fresh take on an opposites attract story line.

I recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys high powered execs being humbled a bit as family drama ignites and leaves them holding on for dear life.

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* Review * A FAMILY AFFAIR by Robyn Carr

April 7, 2022 Leave a Comment

A Family Affair by Robyn Carr
Published by MIRA on April 5, 2022
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Life’s biggest dilemmas can provide its sweetest rewards

Anna McNichol knows how to take charge. Raised by a single mother, she’s worked to ensure her three children have every advantage she didn’t. And while her marriage has its problems, she values commitment and believes in "till death do us part." Now an empty nester, she’s at the peak of her career and ready to seize the opportunity to focus on her future.

But life can change in an instant, and when her husband dies suddenly, Anna’s carefully constructed world falls apart. The mysterious young woman at the memorial service confirms her husband had been keeping secrets, and Anna is determined to get to the truth.

For once, she doesn’t have the answers. Her kids are struggling with their grief, her mother’s health is in decline and Anna needs closure. Faced with one challenge after another, she finds support from an unexpected source. And as she puts her life back together, Anna realizes the McNichols may not be perfect but they’ll always be family, and family is forever.

Emotionally addictive! A FAMILY AFFAIR by Robyn Carr brings us the story of a mother of grown children who has to somehow find a way to heal their wounds as well as her own upon the sudden death of her husband. Untold secrets come to light and take this family on a journey of forgiveness, healing and love. Highly entertaining!

Anna is a strong character both in fortitude to balance life’s every day challenges but also in giving the benefit of the doubt to a potentially toxic situation through grace and understanding.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys dissecting the family dynamics of a seemingly perfect life when big changes make for a new normal.

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* Review * WITH LOVE FROM ROSE BEND by Naima Simone

April 5, 2022 Leave a Comment

With Love from Rose Bend by Naima Simone
Series: Rose Bend #3
Published by HQN Books on March 29, 2022
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He came to Rose Bend to hide. But she’ll help him find everything he’s been missing.

Leontyne Dennison is on a love hiatus. And that’s just fine, because perfectionist Leo is hyperfocused on the success of her family’s Berkshires inn. Volunteering for Rose Bend’s annual spring festival is certain to boost business—and provide the perfect distraction from men—until Leo comes face-to-face with Owen Stafford, the hottest one-night stand of her life.

A retired professional football player, Owen came to Rose Bend to escape after a devastating car accident ended his career. Enter the woman he hasn’t forgotten in the year since their sizzling night together. When Owen’s parents arrive, threatening his low profile, Leo helps keep the peace by pretending to be Owen’s girlfriend. Rose Bend was never part of Owen’s long game, but Leo’s increasingly convincing TLC is starting to give Owen every reason to stay.

Small town seduction at it’s very best! Naima Simone’s signature sassy style always delights, but when she adds a close family dynamic and an emotional back story to the mix, she shines like no other. I’m loving Rose Bend and all of the depth each character and romance brings to this cozy town. Can’t wait for more in the series!

Leontyne is loyal, tough and has a take no prisoners attitude but beneath the surface lies a past she has kept hidden and heartache that she never got over.

Owen is adjusting to his career coming to an early end, but he’s not ready to embrace the new guy he sees day in and day out. Leo might be a blast from the past, but she’s also the adorable nuisance he needs to get him out of his head.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a lively cast of characters living in a cozy town where everyone knows everything about you. Highly entertaining and emotional.

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* Review * DELAYED PENALTY by Jami Davenport

April 5, 2022 Leave a Comment

Delayed Penalty by Jami Davenport
Series: The Scoring Series #7
Published by Cedrona Enterprises on March 31, 2022
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Jasper:
I ran away from my family, my upbringing, my background, and her. I made hockey my sole purpose in life and mended my broken heart. We were divorced years ago. Imagine my shock when I find out I'm wrong--about everything.

Blaire:
I've dedicated myself to being a world-class dressage rider at the expense of the only man I've ever loved. When I discover our divorce was never finalized, I go to Seattle to rectify the mistake only to realize I've never stopped loving him.

Our disastrous marriage will be over in three months. There's one problem--do we want it to be?

Steamy and heartfelt! An unexpected reunion heats up Seattle in the latest from Jami Davenport! DELAYED PENALTY brings Cave’s story to life with the next in the Scoring Series and I couldn’t have enjoyed him more. The characters were quick to hook me with the development of their past and an exciting current predicament. Really enjoying this series!

Jasper is sweet and sentimental beneath his rough and rowdy exterior and I enjoyed getting to know his softer side.

Blaire is a bit pretentious at the beginning but it doesn’t take her long to begin enjoying the life she’s been handed more than she ever imagined she could.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who loves a close knit hockey group who aren’t afraid to cheer each other on from the sidelines of real life as each guy finds his forever.

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* Release Blitz/Review * HOWLER by Jessica Ames

March 25, 2022 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * HOWLER by Jessica Ames

Howler by Jessica Ames
Series: Manchester Chapter Untamed Sons MC #1
on March 25, 2022
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Howler

As President of the Manchester Chapter of the Untamed Sons my job is simple: defend our territory and expand our reach. Ravage sent me here to build an empire and over the years that’s what I did. I carved out a slice of paradise for me and my brothers. We reaped the rewards of that peace, until a brother’s ex turns up and tells him his daughter is in danger.
None of us knew of Pia’s existence, but she’s a brother’s kid and that makes her family. We ride out to confront the club she was taken by and as soon as I lay eyes on her I know she’s mine. Beneath the bruises, I can tell Pia is beautiful and I’m instantly drawn to her. She’s also off limits, but I can’t stay away. I want to heal all her wounds and show her she’s not broken by what happened to her.

Pia

I never expected to be taken as payment for my ex-husband’s debt. The Road Jesters MC used and abused me in ways I can never recover from. When the Sons rode in to save me, there was only one person I trusted: Howler, their president. I should be terrified of him, but he soothes the demons that stalk me now. I don’t understand why his club saved me, but as truths are revealed I realise how tied I am to the Untamed Sons and that Howler will do anything to protect me from the threat of the Road Jesters.

*Warning : Contains graphic violence and dark emotional scenes that may trigger some readers.

Gut-wrenchingly raw and emotional! With the first book in her Untamed Sons MC spin-off Manchester Chapter series Jessica Ames is bringing us a damaged heroine and the man who brings her back to life. The characters were very satisfying and I was invested in them from start to finish but I needed more relationship development to make the story feel complete. Fast paced and intriguing.

Pia is emotionally compelling and seeing her overcome the torture she’s been through is heartwarming.

Howler is tough and determined, but the gentle side of him that Pia brings out is really sweet and satisfying.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a redemption story of a heroine overcoming a lot to be loved and protected by her alpha man.

Title: Howler
Series: Manchester Chapter

Untamed Sons MC #1

Author: Jessica Ames

Genre: MC Romance

Cover Photo: Wander Aguiar

Model: Logan Blackthorn

Release Date: March 25, 2022

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Howler

As President of the Manchester Chapter of the Untamed Sons my job is simple: defend our territory and expand our reach. Ravage sent me here to build an empire and over the years that’s what I did. I carved out a slice of paradise for me and my brothers. We reaped the rewards of that peace, until a brother’s ex turns up and tells him his daughter is in danger.

None of us knew of Pia’s existence, but she’s a brother’s kid and that makes her family. We ride out to confront the club she was taken by and as soon as I lay eyes on her I know she’s mine. Beneath the bruises, I can tell Pia is beautiful and I’m instantly drawn to her. She’s also off limits, but I can’t stay away. I want to heal all her wounds and show her she’s not broken by what happened to her.

Pia

I never expected to be taken as payment for my ex-husband’s debt. The Road Jesters MC used and abused me in ways I can never recover from. When the Sons rode in to save me, there was only one person I trusted: Howler, their president. I should be terrified of him, but he soothes the demons that stalk me now. I don’t understand why his club saved me, but as truths are revealed I realise how tied I am to the Untamed Sons and that Howler will do anything to protect me from the threat of the Road Jesters.

*Warning : Contains adult content, reading age 18 +. Graphic violence and dark emotional scenes that may trigger some readers.

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* Release Blitz/Review * CRAZY, WICKED LOVE by Melissa Foster

March 23, 2022 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * CRAZY, WICKED LOVE by Melissa Foster

Crazy, Wicked Love by Melissa Foster
Series: The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside #3
Published by World Literary Press on March 23, 2022
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What happens when the player gets played?

Sidney Carver has a big problem, and he goes by the name of Dwayne “Gunner” Wicked: six-plus feet of muscular, motorcycle-riding, animal-loving deliciousness. Gunner is her boss, roommate, and best friend. They’ve seen each other through life-altering injuries and unimaginable losses, and they work side by side at Wicked Animal Rescue, fulfilling their passion to save animals. Unfortunately, Gunner is also the man Sidney is in love with, and he's the ultimate player. As her former military comrade, Gunner sees her as his buddy—just one of the guys. Sidney is at her wit’s end, ready to risk the friendship and job she adores for a chance at forever love with the man she can’t live without. Like any good marine, she comes up with a mission. Enter Operation Get My Guy.

Gunner loves his life. He has a family he adores, a brotherhood that always has his back, and a host of willing women to warm his bed. As the owner of Wicked Animal Rescue, he saves lives and works with his best friend, Sid, the coolest woman on the planet. When Sid concocts a crazy plan to win his cousin’s heart, Gunner reluctantly agrees to be her wingman and comes up with a plan of his own.

Practices heat up as roommates become teammates. Let the wicked fun begin…

Wicked sex appeal from start to finish! Just when you think you can’t love a character more than you loved the previous one you read, Melissa Foster wraps another man around your heart and doesn’t let go. With book three in The Wicked’s Dark Knights at Bayside series Dwayne AKA Gunner shines in CRAZY, WICKED LOVE and I loved every single minute of him and Sidney.

Gunner is sweet, sincere and sexy as all get out and seeing how much his friendship with Sidney meant to him really endeared him to my heart.

Sidney is bringing all the feels! She’s sweet, she’s sassy, she’s pulling all of my heart strings because she is hankering for this man who doesn’t truly see the woman in front of him.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a close-knit high energy group of family and friends who love hard and always put forth the effort for one of theirs.

CRAZY, WICKED LOVE by Melissa Foster is live!

What happens when the player gets played?

Sidney Carver has a big problem, and he goes by the name of Dwayne “Gunner” Wicked: six-plus feet of muscular, motorcycle-riding, animal-loving deliciousness. Gunner is her boss, roommate, and best friend. They’ve seen each other through life-altering injuries and unimaginable losses, and they work side by side at Wicked Animal Rescue, fulfilling their passion to save animals. Unfortunately, Gunner is also the man Sidney is in love with, and he’s the ultimate player. As her former military comrade, Gunner sees her as his buddy—just one of the guys. Sidney is at her wit’s end, ready to risk the friendship and job she adores for a chance at forever love with the man she can’t live without. Like any good marine, she comes up with a mission. Enter Operation Get My Guy.

Gunner loves his life. He has a family he adores, a brotherhood that always has his back, and a host of willing women to warm his bed. As the owner of Wicked Animal Rescue, he saves lives and works with his best friend, Sid, the coolest woman on the planet. When Sid concocts a crazy plan to win his cousin’s heart, Gunner reluctantly agrees to be her wingman.

Practices heat up as roommates become teammates. Let the wicked fun begin…

No cheating. No cliffhangers. Guaranteed to melt panties and leave readers hopelessly in love with the sinfully delicious Wickeds.

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Meet Melissa Foster

Melissa Foster is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of more than 100 novels. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and women’s fiction with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic, always family oriented, and feature fiercely loyal heroes, smart, sassy heroines, and complex relatable issues. Melissa enjoys chatting with readers and book clubs. Send her an email invitation to your next event!

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* Review * SLAP SHOT by Kat Mizera

March 19, 2022 Leave a Comment

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Slap Shot by Kat Mizera
Series: Lauderdale Knights #1
on March 22, 2022
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Welcome to Fort Lauderdale—where the days are hot and the Knights are hotter…

Vaughn:
I might be at the top of my game, but a fresh start feels like the right move at this stage of my career. Joining the Lauderdale Knights has been a great decision, and I’m ready to win this city over.

On opening night the crowd goes wild… and so does my slap shot. Knocking a fan unconscious wasn’t the introduction I envisioned. Especially when I lay eyes on my gorgeous victim. Problem is… she’s engaged.

Juliet:
Waking up with a concussion and amnesia has made me realize that when it comes to living life on my terms, it’s now or never. My big Italian family means well, but it’s time for them to stop calling the shots.

Now if I could just get rid of my fiancé, quit my job, and stop drooling over the hottie hockey player who knocked some sense into me, life would be perfect. Except nothing in my life is perfect… not even Lauderdale’s newest MVP.

I’m already hooked! Kat Mizera’s brand new Lauderdale Knights series is already destined for success just by the few familiar faces she’s bringing in from her past series’, and this first book did not disappoint one bit. In SLAP SHOT, Vaughn sets out to rediscover himself a bit and falling for a fan sets the stage quickly. I loved seeing the groundwork go into this team and can’t wait to see them develop throughout.

Juliet is such a sweetheart. She’s a huge hockey fan and even getting hit in the head and knocked unconscious doesn’t dim her fandom. I loved watching her come into herself and set herself apart from her overbearing family.

Vaughn is complex and fun. He has a side to his past coming into play as he sets out to shine in a new phase of his life, and then adding the good fortune of meeting Juliet to the mix is icing on the cake.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a hockey romance with enjoyable characters, drama going on behind the scenes and a happily ever after building throughout. I’m highly anticipating more from this series!

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* Review * MONTANA DANGER by Josie Jade and Janie Crouch

March 19, 2022 Leave a Comment

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* Review * MONTANA DANGER by Josie Jade and Janie Crouch

Montana Danger by Josie Jade, Janie Crouch
Series: Resting Warrior Ranch #2
Published by Calamittie Jane Publishing on March 15, 2022
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Some mistakes haunt you forever.

Harlan Young knows that from personal experience. Walking away from Grace Townsend, even with the best intentions and no other choice, still haunts him to this day.

So when he had the chance to return to Montana, and be part of something as special as the Resting Warrior Ranch, he took it. Here he can help train service and emotional support animals for former soldiers with PTSD.

And maybe, just maybe, convince Grace to give him a second chance.

He never expected that second chance to be in the form of a fake marriage in order to save the land she loves so much. But he’ll do it, as well as help fight the danger closing in on her. She thinks she’s alone, but she’s wrong.

She knew him as a boy, but now he's a man. And real men don’t run.

High energy suspense! Danger is knocking as suspicious happenings are putting Grace on edge and in need of Harlan’s rescuing in MONTANA DANGER. The second book in the Resting Warrior Ranch series by Josie Jade and Janie Crouch does not disappoint as the reader is quickly hooked on finding out what’s going on with Grace’s ranch and unraveling the past drama between she and Harlan. I highly enjoyed this book from start to finish!

Grace puts up a good front of being self-reliant and tough, but she’s as sensitive and scared as the next gal would be in her situation. I enjoyed getting to know the ins and outs of what her past has been that made her who she is today.

Harlan is a man with good intentions that still pays for his decisions of years ago. I enjoyed him a lot.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a group of former soldiers who not only overcome their own demons from the time they served on a daily basis but also set out to help all that they can around them.

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* Review * KISSING GAMES by Stefanie London

March 19, 2022 Leave a Comment

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* Review * KISSING GAMES by Stefanie London

Kissing Games by Stefanie London
Series: Kissing Creek #2
Published by Entangled: Amara on March 21, 2022
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Injured pro baseball player Ryan Bower has plenty of reasons for not sleeping. But thanks to a steamy romance novel that’s ignited the imaginations—and libidos—of pretty much everyone in Kissing Creek, Ryan’s kept awake by the sound of his parents. Having sex. Unforgivably gross. And Ryan is almost certain that the town’s adorably quirky and troublemaking librarian is responsible.

Sloane Rickman adores everything about her little town—with the exception of its very tall and infuriatingly sexy Golden Boy. Ryan Bower may be a ball-playing hottie, but where exactly does he get off telling her what books to recommend to her oddball little book club? Good thing he’s only in town for the fall.

Now Sloane and Ryan are stuck planning the main float for the town’s parade. But somewhere between arguments over paint colors and papier mâché flowers, their fights keep turning into red-hot kisses. And between Ryan's demanding ball career and Sloane's life in Kissing Creek, they face the biggest game of their lives…if they’re ready to play for keeps.

Adorably sassy! Stefanie London continues to bring a smile to her reader’s face with laugh out loud clarity in the second book in her Kissing Creek series. In KISSING GAMES, the town golden boy returns home to heal from an injury and butts heads with the quirky librarian that everyone loves. Fast paced fun, sexy connections and so many heartfelt emotions wrap themselves around your heart!

Ryan is tenacious and spunky and watching him fall head over heals for the one he professes not to like is really fun.

Sloane is sweet and sensitive and just feisty enough to make this read funny as well as heartfelt.

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a small town setting with close knit community as love swirls in the air.

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