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* Review * GRAY HAIR DON’T CARE by Karen Booth

February 2, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * GRAY HAIR DON’T CARE by Karen Booth

Gray Hair Don't Care by Karen Booth
on February 8, 2021
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Everything went wrong. And then she went gray.

At 47, newly divorced makeup artist Lela Bennett is dreading her next steps. Dating. Meeting people. Not letting herself go. But then she runs into Donovan James and tries something different—sleeping with her sexy crush from college. Unfortunately, in a post-orgasm stupor, Lela confesses she was in love with Donovan all those years ago. He responds by leaving while she sleeps. The next morning, her gray hairs are practically taunting her. She knows she has to get it together. Forget men. Embrace her age. Own her gray.

Donovan James is a marketing genius, but his ex-wives will tell you—nothing freaks him out like feelings. Three years after his one-night stand with Lela, he’s focused on his daughter’s lifestyle company, but unprepared to meet the face of their new beauty brand. It’s Lela. With stunning silver locks and new confidence, she’s no longer swayed by his charms. When business starts booming, the universe seems intent on throwing them together time and again. And suddenly, two people convinced that romance was behind them are wondering if love could be what’s next.

With a gorgeously refreshing voice, Karen Booth blows the unrealistic definition of “prime” being perky bits and youthful bodies into the wind when she brings a middle-aged romance to life with natural depictions of aging, failed relationships and reimagined dreams. GRAY HAIR DON’T CARE is the modern woman’s anthem to deserving love at any and all ages, colors, sizes!

Lela is enviable. She’s strong and self-assured and she takes advantage of the time following the end of the life she thought she’d be leading for the rest of her life to reassess and start new dreams.

Donovan is delightfully smart enough to be learning life from a fresh perspective now that he’s seeing the world through his grown daughter’s eyes … and it’s changing him for the better.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves romance, loves humor and loves a cast of really relatable people who you feel like you could truly enjoy hanging out with in life.

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* Review * SEDUCING HIS SECRET WIFE by Robin Covington

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* Review * SEDUCING HIS SECRET WIFE by Robin Covington

Seducing His Secret Wife by Robin Covington
Series: Redhawk Reunion #2
Published by Harlequin Desire on February 1, 2021
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A wife is the last thing he wants…

And the one thing he needs.

Justin Ling knows a steamy Vegas tryst with his best friend’s little sister is reckless. And an impromptu wedding? Disastrous! But when they return home, passion prevents him from calling it quits with Sarina Redhawk. To keep his investors and family off his back, the tech entrepreneur must keep their marriage secret. Will his arrangement with the strong-willed beauty backfire?

Red hot chemistry with all the feels! Robin Covington keeps the feel good romance coming in book two of her Redhawk Reunion series and I am loving this family! SEDUCING HIS SECRET WIFE brings little sister Sarina back to town for a family celebration … but not before she has a little adventure of her own.

Sarina is strong-willed and stubborn and her strength is what has gotten her this far in life and will continue to bring her everything her heart desires if Justin has anything to say about it.

Justin is a sweetheart. He can’t believe the goddess that he just married in Vegas is his best friend’s little sister, but even knowing that, he can’t get her out of his mind.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a whole lot of family drama mixed with love and laughter as each sibling finds their happily ever after. I can’t wait for Roan’s story!

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* Review * ONLY ONE NIGHT by Natasha Madison

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Only One Night by Natasha Madison
Series: Only One #3
on January 5, 2021
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Manning

As captain of the Dallas Oilers, I was their leader on and off the ice. From the outside, it looked like I had the perfect life.

I didn’t.

I was married to a woman who refused to give me a divorce. All she wanted was the status title, and all I wanted was to be set free.

It was supposed to be just another event, except it took a turn I didn’t see coming.

Evelyn

Attending my best friend’s bachelorette party isn’t something I was looking forward to.
But it’s strange what a couple of glasses of wine will do.

It was one night, and I thought I would never see him again.

Especially not coming face-to-face with him and his wife while picking up my nephew from hockey practice.

All it takes is one kiss, one touch, one chance, and only one night.

Exhilarating chemistry, emotional upheavals and oh so many feels! With book three in her The Only One series Natasha Madison delights with a story that takes emotional to a whole new level in ONE ONE NIGHT. I love the guys on this team so much!

Manning has been in our hearts all throughout this series. He’s the team captain, the heart of the bunch … and yet he’s miserable. His wicked wife refuses to give him the divorce he’s begged for and continues to keep him on her puppet string by using their son as leverage … until he meets a woman one night that he simply can’t resist.

Evelyn is a delight. She’s been through some drama of her own, but now she’s back home working and enjoying family when she runs into hunky Manning by happenstance one night. She has no clue who he is, she doesn’t know he’s married, she just knows what he makes her feel.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a highly emotional romance mixed with a close-knit group of teammates and friends with some hockey mixed in.

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* Review * RECKLESS ROAD by Christine Feehan

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* Review * RECKLESS ROAD by Christine Feehan

Reckless Road by Christine Feehan
Series: Torpedo Ink #5
Published by Berkley on February 9, 2021
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While Gedeon “Player” Lazaroff is one of Torpedo Ink motorcycle club’s roughest members, he’s also one of the calmest. Little rattles Player, except for the times his gift gets the better of him. When that happens, he has to just lie down in the dark and hope for the best. But on a night when he’s on the verge of losing it, he meets a woman who manages to soothe his fractured mind.

Zyah is a striking, ethereal beauty who seduces him with every word and move. Their night together is one of pure, exquisite bliss. But when Player gets confused and thinks their intimate encounter was nothing more than a dream, his careless dismissal leaves her humiliated and angry.

Now, Player will have to devote his every breath to convincing Zyah to give him a second chance. Because she might be the only one who can save him from himself.…

A wild ride towards forever! With book five in her always entertaining Torpedo Ink series Christine Feehan brings us Player’s story in RECKLESS ROAD and it was quite the ride. I enjoyed Gedeon and Zyah together and there were aspects of the story that I loved, but there were also parts that were a bit out there. I hope as the series continues that we get back into the heart of the family of being the MC instead of playing up the supernatural aspect so much. Early books in the series were great … the last couple were meh-ish. I love the group as a whole though, so I’m going to keep trying and hoping it picks back up again.

Player is a core part of the heart of the MC and seeing how much he gives of himself in order to protect is family is really touching. I enjoyed watching him fall for Zyah and find his own version of happiness.

Zyah is strong-willed and tenacious and I loved her for Player.

I recommend this series to anyone who loves a close knit group of MC members who are like family and always there to support their brothers and sisters through the good times and the bad.

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* Review * HIDEOUT AT WHISKEY GULCH by Elle James

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Hideout at Whiskey by Elle James
Series: The Outriders Series #2
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on February 1, 2021
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The town’s former bad boy

…is aiding and abetting the law

After saving a woman and baby from would-be kidnappers, ex-marine Matt Hennessey discovers he and Aubrey Blanchard have much in common—starting over, painful pasts and an ice-cold murder case. Their attraction is instant and undeniable. But as they search for the baby’s abducted sister, a human trafficking cartel threatens their lives. Can they bring down the vengeful criminals who don’t forgive…and never forget?

Top notch intrigue! With the second book in The Outriders Series Elle James takes her reader on a ride of exhilarating danger in HIDEOUT AT WHISKEY GULCH. The drama and suspense grabs us from the first chapter and doesn’t let go throughout. I am loving this series!

Aubrey is courageously trying to put the pieces of her life back together after her recent divorce and move to Whiskey Gulch when she’s swept into a dangerous whirlwind.

Matt caught my attention in the first book in the series so I was already a fan and thrilled to see him get a happy ever after, even if it was an emotional journey to get there.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a fast paced story of intrigue and danger with a sweet romance brewing in the background.

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* Review * THEIR SECOND-TIME VALENTINE by Helen Lacey

February 1, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THEIR SECOND-TIME VALENTINE by Helen Lacey

Their Second-Time Valentine by Helen Lacey
Series: The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune #2
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on February 1, 2021
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Sometimes love is a package deal…

Two sweethearts for the price of one!

Rugged builder Kane Fortune has never had any trouble attracting women—he’s just never been the type to stick around. Until he meets widowed mom Layla McCarthy and her adorable toddler, Erin. But just as Kane feels safe enough to let his guard down for the first time, Layla puts on the brakes. She’s worried he’s not up to being a lifetime valentine. Kane will have his work cut out for him proving he’s right for the role.

A sweetheart of a story! With the second book in The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune series Helen Lacey delights her readers with a single mom meets rugged stranger story in THEIR SECOND-TIME VALENTINE. The characters were super easy to like, the back story was intriguing and the sweet connection between them made the book hard to put down. Loved it!

Layla is a determined, hard working single mom. She’s not looking for love, but it strikes when she least expects it, and she doesn’t know what to do.

Kane is a gentle soul. He knows Layla isn’t over her late husband, but he’s got a heart kind enough to be patient and just love her. Loved how little Erin adored him!

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a small-town feel with close-knit families and friends as a mystery flits through the background of the connected series.

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* Release Blast/Review * THE HEIR by Joanne Rock

February 1, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blast/Review * THE HEIR by Joanne Rock

The Heir by Joanne Rock
Series: Dynasties: Mesa Falls #6
Published by Harlequin Desire on February 1, 2021
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Will he give her answers…

or tempt her to his bed?

Helping Nicole Cruz discover who fathered her orphaned nephew draws ranch and casino owner Desmond Pierce into the cruel legacy of secrets he’d rather avoid. Also unavoidable: the red-hot attraction sizzling between them. But the faster Nicole gets the answers she came for, the sooner she’ll leave Mesa Falls. And that’s suddenly a prospect more daunting than any scandals they may uncover…

A delectable ending to a scandalous series! With the sixth and final book in her Dynasties: Mesa Falls series Joanne Rock delivers a satisfying conclusion with secrets unraveled, passion unleased and stakes higher than ever to get to the bottom of this mystery.

Nicole is strong-willed and protective of the nephew who just may be at the heart of the Mesa Falls mystery. She might melt when in the very vicinity of Desmond Pierce, but she’s not going to let him have access to Mattie until she knows what secrets he’s hiding.

Desmond seems to let the task he has in mind slide right out of the window when Nicole enters his realm. He’s determined to make things right … especially if what they suspect turns out to be true. He just never expected the fireworks that happen when she’s near.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who loves a bit of mystery mixed with passion and drama. This close-knit group was fun to get to know.

Title: The Heir

Series: Dynasties: Mesa Falls #6

Author: Joanne Rock

Publishers: Harlequin Desire/Mills & Boon/

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Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: February 1, 2021

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This rancher has nothing to hide… Or does he? Only from USA TODAY bestselling author Joanne Rock.

Will he give her answers…

or tempt her to his bed?

Helping Nicole Cruz discover who fathered her orphaned nephew draws ranch and casino owner Desmond Pierce into the cruel legacy of secrets he’d rather avoid. Also unavoidable: the red-hot attraction sizzling between them. But the faster Nicole gets the answers she came for, the sooner she’ll leave Mesa Falls. And that’s suddenly a prospect more daunting than any scandals they may uncover…

From Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives of the American elite.

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Four-time RITA nominee Joanne Rock has never met a romance sub-genre she didn’t like. The author of over eighty books enjoys writing a wide range of stories, most recently focusing on sexy contemporaries and small town family sagas. An optimist by nature and perpetual seeker of silver linings, Joanne finds romance fits her life outlook perfectly–love is worth fighting for. A frequent speaker at regional and national writing conferences she enjoys giving back to the writing community that nurtured and inspired her early career. She has a Masters degree in Literature from the University of Louisville but credits her fiction writing skills to her intensive study with friend and fellow author Catherine Mann. When she’s not writing, Joanne enjoys travel, especially to see her favorite sports teams play with her former sports editor husband and three athletic-minded sons.

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* Review * FOLLOW ME UNDER by Helen Hardt

January 26, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * FOLLOW ME UNDER by Helen Hardt

Follow Me Under by Helen Hardt
Series: Follow Me #2
Published by Entangled: Amara on January 26, 2021
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She gave him control in the bedroom. But is she losing control of her identity?

Dating Boston’s billionaire bachelor has opened up a new world for Skye Manning. Opportunities are suddenly everywhere, her new career is flourishing, and she experiences luxury she’s only seen in the pages of magazines. So why does she feel like she’s losing herself?

Braden Black never meant to fall for Skye, and he still tries to resist a relationship he knows he’s not wired for. But not only has Skye awoken something inside him—he’s stirring something dark and forbidden inside his Cinderella. Something even he can’t control…

The Follow Me series is best enjoyed in order.
Reading Order:
Book #1 Follow Me Darkly
Book #2 Follow Me Under

Raw passion and delectable characters! With the second book in her Follow Me series Helen Hardt once again takes us into the world of Skye and Braden and the journey is delightful! The intensity of their relationship is high and the passion is on fire. I missed some of the depth to the plot that the first book had outside of the bedroom, but overall I enjoyed the continuation of their story. I’m looking forward to book three!

Skye keeps her down to earth attitude even though fame is knocking on her door. She tries to juggle all of the aspects of her life now that she’s part of Braden’s world, but she keeps dropping balls and trying to figure out what place she really holds in every situation.

Braden is intense and sultry. He might have opened a door that even he’s not ready for when the hunted becomes the prey.

I recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a dominant man showing his new love the way into the world he enjoys.

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* Review * NO HOLDING BACK by Lori Foster

January 26, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * NO HOLDING BACK by Lori Foster

No Holding Back by Lori Foster
Series: The McKenzies of Ridge Trail #2
Published by HQN Books on January 26, 2021
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Not needing him won’t stop her from wanting him…

Trucker Sterling (Star) Parson is no stranger to the challenges a woman faces, both in her industry and in life. But she can take care of herself. She’s never needed—or wanted—a man around...until she meets Cade McKenzie. The take-charge bar owner sets off all kinds of alarm bells for Sterling, but he also sets her heart racing.

Cade’s lived in Ridge Trail long enough to know trouble when he sees it, and the moment Sterling—Star—walks into his bar, he knows trouble’s come to call. Secrets run deep in the small town and Cade can tell Star’s got as many as he does, leaving him itching to uncover every last one. But finding common ground will mean trusting one another, further feeding an intense attraction that’s growing impossible to resist.

This brand new series from Lori Foster will draw you in quickly and won’t let go! With the first book in The McKenzies of Ridge Trail series Foster brings captivating characters to life in a romantic suspense like no other. The back stories are mysterious, the tension is high and the romance is just what we needed. I can’t wait for more!

Sterling is quick to intrigue us as we slowly learn her story. She’s tough and strong and doesn’t like to take direction, but she has a heart of gold.

Cade is the epitome of smokin’ hot! He’s strong, he’s protective and he’s a big ol’ teddy bear where Sterling is concerned.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a tight-knit family who is constantly in each other’s business, but who will do anything for each other as they each settle into their own happily ever after.

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* Review * A STOLEN KISS WITH THE MIDWIFE by Juliette Hyland

January 26, 2021 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A STOLEN KISS WITH THE MIDWIFE by Juliette Hyland

A Stolen Kiss with the Midwife by Juliette Hyland
Published by Harlequin Medical Romances on February 1, 2021
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Dare these best friends…

…risk it all? Midwife Quinn Davis and Dr. Milo Russell have been friends forever. So why is it now that they’re working together things have become…awkward? Quinn can’t get Milo out of her mind—and when they share an explosive kiss, she’s left questioning everything! Free-spirited Quinn never planned on settling down…and Milo has a life plan of his own. Are they ready to think about a new life—together?

An emotionally intense love story! Juliette Hyland shines once again with her third novel in the Harlequin Medical Romance line. Her characters are richly developed with intriguing back stories and the mix of medical situations with the budding romance is always spot on. Always looking forward to more from this endearing voice.

Quinn wrapped herself around my heart quickly. She hasn’t had an easy life, but the love she’s felt during her friendship with Milo has sustained her to make so many dreams come true. Reconnecting with him after all of these years away has never felt so special.

Milo’s easy-going attitude mixed with his reliability and strength in his field makes for a well rounded man.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a medical setting with complex characters, emotional interactions and a well-deserved happily ever after.

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