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* Review * NOT A ROLE MODEL by Lani Lynn Vale

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* Review * NOT A ROLE MODEL by Lani Lynn ValeNot A Role Model by Lani Lynn Vale
Series: Battle Crows MC #4
on May 31, 2022
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four-half-stars

You better watch out for people that bounce back from everything that’s meant to destroy them.

Those were the words that Coreline King learned to live by when it came to dealing with Tide ‘Rook’ Crow, member of the Battle Crows MC, general surgeon, and all-around jerk who lived to make her life a living hell.
It all started in high school when he stopped seeing her as a random girl and started to see her as his rival.
Together, they became ‘frenemies.’ I.e.—a person with whom one is friendly, despite a fundamental dislike or rivalry.
At least, it started out like that.
Everyone always says there’s a fine line between love and hate. And at first, Tide and Coreline don’t realize how very true that is.
Not until Tide gets hurt defending Coreline’s honor, and Coreline has to fix him because she feels like she owes him.
But one night of bad choices leads to a very big ‘oops’ that will either haunt them for the next eighteen years or bring them together as tight as they ever could be.

 

They’re unforgettable! The fourth book in the Battle Crows MC brings us Tide’s twist on an enemies to lovers story and I highly enjoyed the sass and angst between he and Coreline. Easy to enjoy characters, steamy passion and lots of drama make for a quick and enjoyable read.

Tide is intense and passionate in everything he does. I enjoyed him a lot.

Coreline has a mouth on her that will quickly bring a smile to your face. I loved her honest zest for life.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series if you enjoy raw passion and angst mixed with family drama, a touch of suspense here and there and just a whole lot of goodness in your romance.

 

 

 

 

NOT A ROLE MODEL by Lani Lynn Vale is OUT NOW!
You better watch out for people that bounce back from everything that’s meant to destroy them.

Those were the words that Coreline King learned to live by when it came to dealing with Tide ‘Rook’ Crow, member of the Battle Crows MC, general surgeon, and all-around jerk who lived to make her life a living hell.
It all started in high school when he stopped seeing her as a random girl and started to see her as his rival.
Together, they became ‘frenemies.’ I.e.—a person with whom one is friendly, despite a fundamental dislike or rivalry.
At least, it started out like that.
Everyone always says there’s a fine line between love and hate. And at first, Tide and Coreline don’t realize how very true that is.
Not until Tide gets hurt defending Coreline’s honor, and Coreline has to fix him because she feels like she owes him.
But one night of bad choices leads to a very big ‘oops’ that will either haunt them for the next eighteen years or bring them together as tight as they ever could be.
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four-half-stars

* Review * STALKING COLTON’S FAMILY by Geri Krotow

* Review * STALKING COLTON’S FAMILY by Geri KrotowStalking Colton's Family by Geri Krotow
Series: The Coltons of Colorado #4
Published by Harlequin Romantic Suspense on April 26, 2022
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five-stars

To protect her baby…

She must share her secret

A stalker’s lie came between single mother Rachel Colton and the father of her child. Now the man she never forgot has moved to their small Colorado town, and Rachel must tell James Kiriakis about the six-month-old daughter he never knew existed. But in pursuit of James, a deadly criminal has trailed him to Blue Larkspur and won’t let the fragile family have a moment’s peace—planning on only the most lethal of reunions.

 

I was hooked from the first page! Book four in The Coltons of Colorado series from Harlequin Romantic Suspense brings newly minted DA Rachel Colton to the center of the story line as danger lurks from multiple directions as her fling moves to town and learns he’s a daddy! The characters were both intriguing and had their own side of drama contributing to the suspense and I loved every minute of their story.

Rachel is accomplished and self-assured, but when the man she hasn’t easily forgotten suddenly shows up in her town, she knows she has some explaining to do. I liked her for the most part and enjoyed getting to see the soft mommy side of her.

James is much more than the cut throat lawyer Rachel got a glimpse of and I actually liked him a lot. He was down to earth even when things were stressful all around them and I loved his connection with the precious daughter he didn’t know he had.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a tight family backdrop as a core bit of family intrigue plays out across the series and each sibling centers in a book of their own as love comes knocking and they have to outrun their very own bit of danger.

five-stars

* Review * LOVE OFF THE LEASH by Tara Taylor Quinn

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* Review * LOVE OFF THE LEASH by Tara Taylor QuinnLove off the Leash by Tara Taylor Quinn
Series: Furever Yours #10
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on May 24, 2022
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five-stars

Service dog Jedi is playing…cupid

As a malnourished rescue dog, I never dreamed Wendy Alvarez would pull me for her Pets for Vets program. Turns out I’m the perfect support animal for ex-vet Greg Martin. Though he insists he’s only my “foster,” I’m gonna chase Greg’s nightmares away and give him the courage to fly his plane again. Plus get him to fall for that nice lady, Wendy. Those loners may be my trainers, but I’m pulling their heartstrings.

 

Packs an emotional punch! This heartwarming story of a rescue dog and the humans he helps is sure to tug at your heartstrings. The characters each have a back story that fills the dialogue with emotion and seeing them help the other heal and be ready to live again is really rewarding. I loved every minute of their story!

Wendy has trauma from her childhood that she hasn’t let go of yet, but she sets out every day to do good in the world and she accomplishes so much for people.

Greg is goodhearted and down to earth, but life handed him a situation that he hasn’t fully come to terms with yet and meeting Wendy is turning out to be just what he needed.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a whole lot of heart mixed with emotions and turmoil as each couple collides and works toward their happily ever after.

five-stars

* Review * STOLEN FROM HER ROYAL WEDDING by Pippa Roscoe

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* Review * STOLEN FROM HER ROYAL WEDDING by Pippa RoscoeStolen from Her Royal Wedding by Pippa Roscoe
Series: The Royals of Svardia #2
Published by Harlequin Presents on May 24, 2022
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five-stars

Returning to the palace unwed…
But not untouched!

Princess Marit’s elopement isn’t exactly all she’d dreamed, but at least it is on her terms. That is, until Greek billionaire Lykos Livas steals her away in her wedding gown!

Enlisted by the king, Lykos must return Marit to the palace—unwed. Yet hearing about her duty-bound life painfully recalls the memories of his own hard-won freedom. He offers her a week of rebellion traveling around Europe with him. But as the chemistry between them becomes undeniable, so does the deadline for Marit’s royal return!

 

A riveting royal romance! The second book in the Royals of Svardia series from Harlequin Presents brings us youngest sister Princess Marit’s story. I was hooked from start to finish as a makeshift elopement is foiled when a tycoon sent by her King whisks her away.

I loved every minute of Marit. She has dreams she’s not allowed to partake in, but she has such loyalty to her family and her country that she doesn’t see it as the hardship that we would. I enjoyed seeing her get to live with a bit of freedom for a bit.

Lykos is hunky and take charge, but he has a tenderness to him that shines bright for Marit as he gets to know her turmoil.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a royal romance within a drama filled family with turmoil, passion and love at the forefront.

five-stars

* Review * A STARLIGHT SUMMER by Michelle Major

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* Review * A STARLIGHT SUMMER by Michelle MajorA Starlight Summer by Michelle Major
Series: Welcome to Starlight #6
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on May 24, 2022
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four-half-stars

“Do you know any women not like you? You know, smart and pretty but nice?”

When Anna Johnson asked Ella Samuelson for help in fixing her father up with a new wife, Ella only agreed because she knew the child and her father had been through the wringer.

The only woman Josh Johnson wanted was his matchmaker, Ella. But his little girl had to be his first priority. He and Starlight were the only stability Anna had ever had. And the only interest Ella had in Starlight was seeing it in her rearview mirror…

 

Visiting Starlight is always the best escape! This small town always delivers on easy to connect with characters, delectable romance and buckets full of heart and I always adore my visits.

Ella tries so hard to be aloof and not care a bit about the people and town that witnessed her heartbreak all those years ago, but she just can’t cover up the person she truly is at heart. I really liked her.

Josh is a sweetheart and I enjoyed seeing him fall hard for Ella … even when they were both denying it for all they were worth.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a small town romance with a close knit group of secondary characters that always aid in the homey feel of the storyline as each pair meets their match and works towards that happily ever after.

four-half-stars

* Release Blast/Review * SEE ME by Stacey Kennedy

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* Release Blast/Review * SEE ME by Stacey KennedySee Me by Stacey Kennedy
Series: Phoenix #4
on May 24, 2022
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five-stars

Lottie Harlow spends her days as a dog walker and her nights losing herself in wild fantasies at Phoenix, a members-only, voyeuristic sex club in New York City. Her anonymous existence is precisely planned. She must lay low, or risk facing the consequences of her family’s criminal past. She’s a ghost, and she likes it that way. But detective Hunt Walker is determined to uncover her secrets…

Hunt has always loved his nights at Phoenix, but they’re no longer enough. He wants more. He wants a relationship. He wants Lottie. He’s wanted her for years. The only problem? Lottie keeps him at a careful distance, never letting him get too close, ignoring the sizzling heat burning between them. He knows she’s intrigued by him, but she’s scared. He just can’t figure out why… But when enemies from her past come seeking revenge for her family’s deal gone wrong, Lottie’s secrets are revealed, and so is the explosive passion they’ve been fighting.

Soon, lust leads the way to love, but when Lottie’s brothers start threatening her, the line between right and wrong is blurred. Hunt becomes torn between his duty to his badge and his need to keep Lottie safe. But he’ll only get one chance to prove to Lottie that she’s worth fighting for… and that their love is worth the risk.

  This steamy goodness will please even the most discerning Phoenix fan! With book four in the series we finally get the story we’ve all been waiting for when Lottie has to finally confront her attraction to Hunt. Her past might be coming back to haunt her, but the present day isn’t looking too shabby any way she looks at it. I really enjoyed Hunt and Lottie together and this fast paced story held my attention from start until finish. I can’t wait for the next in the series!

Lottie is a tough nut to crack, but once she feels the need to let her guard down and admit her past, she really puts her heart out there. I love her character.

Hunt is a sweetheart and I loved him for Lottie.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a passionate connection with a close knit group of friends always being the supporting factor with a sexy backdrop.

 

 

 

She’s the one.

And he’s not giving up without a fight.

SEE ME, an all-new white hot standalone romance from USA Today bestselling author Stacey Kennedy, is out now!


In the Phoenix club, fantasies come to life, but he wants her for real, and he’ll do anything to prove it in this deliciously sexy romance.

Lottie Harlow spends her days as a dog walker and her nights losing herself in wild fantasies at Phoenix, a members-only, voyeuristic sex club in New York City. Her anonymous existence is precisely planned. She must lay low, or risk facing the consequences of her family’s criminal past. She’s a ghost, and she likes it that way. But detective Hunt Walker is determined to uncover her secrets… Hunt has always loved his nights at Phoenix, but they’re no longer enough. He wants more. He wants a relationship. He wants Lottie. He’s wanted her for years. The only problem? Lottie keeps him at a careful distance, never letting him get too close, ignoring the sizzling heat burning between them. He knows she’s intrigued by him, but she’s scared. He just can’t figure out why… But when enemies from her past come seeking revenge for her family’s deal gone wrong, Lottie’s secrets are revealed, and so is the explosive passion they’ve been fighting.

Soon, lust leads the way to love, but when Lottie’s brothers start threatening her, the line between right and wrong is blurred. Hunt becomes torn between his duty to his badge and his need to keep Lottie safe. But he’ll only get one chance to prove to Lottie that she’s worth fighting for… and that their love is worth the risk.

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“Tell me who you think broke into your condo,” he said firmly.

She shook her head, forcing her shoulders back. “I don’t know.” She knew better than to totally write off her family, but she couldn’t think up a good enough reason why they’d break into her condo after all this time. Plus, she had paid a lot of money to ensure she was never found. For the first couple of years she’d been in New York City, she’d always looked over her shoulder, worried they’d catch up with her, demanding the money she’d stolen. But no one ever came. After the third year, she stopped looking, feeling safe in her new identity.

Hunt dipped his chin, bringing his eye level down to hers. “No idea at all who it could be?”

“Nope,” she said, striding off before he could look too deep and find answers that she couldn’t give him.

She felt his gaze following her, reading right through all the things she wasn’t telling him.

When he finally caught up with her on the way back to her condo, he blessedly shifted subjects. “Come stay with me until we catch the person responsible,” he offered.

Cars honked at each other as she shook her head adamantly. “Like hell they’re making me afraid of my own home.”

“Then I’ll take your couch. It’s not safe, Lottie.” When they stopped at the corner of the street and waited for the light to change, he arched an eyebrow. “I have a gun. You do not.”

“Good point,” she said. This spelled all kinds of dangerous, but Hunt would not relent, and she refused to leave her condo. “Okay, you’re right; it’s safer,” she conceded, knowing her limitations in protecting herself if someone broke in again. “I appreciate the offer.”

“Think nothing of it,” he said and began crossing the street. “We can grab my overnight bag before we go back to your place.”

All of this seemed unnecessary, but she realized as she inhaled the greasy aroma coming from the hot dog stand, that for the first time since she opened her condo’s door earlier, she could breathe a little easier.

When they arrived at the condo a half an hour later, the forensic unit was packing up. She sighed as she took in the state of the place. What a mess! Figuring she had to start somewhere, she moved to the living room, picked up the cushions off the floor, and placed them back on the couch.

After a short conversation, Hunt shut the front door behind the last cop and locked it. He moved to the liquor cabinet in the corner of her living room and poured them both a double shot of whiskey. He handed her the glass and watched her with a stern look, his well-crafted cop look. “Time’s up, Lottie.”

“I’m not sure what you mean.” She sipped her whiskey. A big, long sip.

His mouth twitched, but that was the only break in his intensity. “I rather enjoy when you make me work to know you. But I’m afraid, like I already said, time is up. Tell me what you’re hiding.”

She swallowed. Part of her wanted to tell him everything. Explain her entire past. But if Hunt knew about her past life as Marissa Ricci, and that she’d had her true identity buried, he’d have to tell Rhys. Then Archer would learn that she’d lied to them. She’d never be allowed back in Phoenix. She loved her new life, and that included her sensual life in Phoenix, and her friends who also belonged.

The air seemed too thin as Hunt took another step closer, erasing the distance between them. “I know there’s a reason you have refused, from day one, to not act on what’s between us. And I know that reason is tied to your break-in today.”

She looked to her glass, avoiding his penetrating stare. “I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

His fingers dragged against her jawline before he cupped her chin, forcing her to meet the strength in his gaze. “Let me help you.”

She needed to shut this down. Now. Hunt was too smart, too insightful, too damn trained. Her heart began to hammer, making the room feel smaller and smaller. He’d peel all her layers back and expose all her secrets. She couldn’t allow that.

“Lottie,” he said, a pillar of strength.

Suddenly it occurred to her she knew exactly how to distract him. Ignoring the consequences, she placed her glass on the table and grabbed his shirt, pulling him closer. Before she could second-guess herself, she sealed her lips on his. He stiffened, seemly momentarily surprised, until he softened, wrapping his arms around her, bringing her tight against him with a low groan.

Her lips opened, and his followed, but he never quite gave her the kiss she suddenly, desperately needed.

When he broke away a few minutes later, he chuckled against her lips. “Shutting me up, huh? All right, Lottie, I’ll go along with that.” His hands fell to her hips, and he gave her a push until her back hit the wall. She gasped. Need stormed through her as his eyes darkened with arousal. “For now.”

Frenzied thoughts filled her mind as his mouth met hers again, but when he took over the kiss, her thoughts simply faded into nothingness.

She parted her mouth, and his tongue invaded, sliding against hers. His kiss was skilled, determined, and left her dripping. She slid her hands over his strong, flexing arms, shoulders, up his thick neck to the back of his head, running her fingers across the shaved hair.

He groaned, breaking the kiss so his lips could travel along her neck. His hand threaded in her hair, and she rolled her hips, heat pooling low in her body. His tongue flicked her ear lobe, and she moaned, a tease of how that tongue would feel elsewhere. “Can I touch you?” His breath tickled across her ear.

The game was dangerous. And yet, and yet…she couldn’t stop from playing now that she felt him…tasted him. “Yes.”

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About Stacey Kennedy

Stacey Kennedy is a USA Today bestselling author who writes contemporary romances full of heat, heart, and happily ever afters. With over 50 titles published, her books have hit Amazon, B&N, and Apple Books bestseller lists. Stacey lives with her husband and two children in southwestern Ontario—in a city that’s just as charming as any of the small towns she creates. Most days, you’ll find her enjoying the outdoors with her family or venturing into the forest with her horse, Priya. Stacey’s just as happy curled up indoors, where she writes surrounded by her lazy dogs. She believes that sexy books about hot cowboys or alpha heroes can fix any bad day. But wine and chocolate help too.

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five-stars

* Review * WEDDING DATE IN MALAYSIA by Michelle Douglas

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* Review * WEDDING DATE IN MALAYSIA by Michelle DouglasWedding Date in Malaysia by Michelle Douglas
Published by Harlequin Romance on May 24, 2022
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five-stars




Distracted by the bridesmaid

…impossible to resist!

Bridesmaid Ella wants to prove she’s moved on from the grief of the last eighteen months and is ready for a fresh start. So meeting playboy and best man Harry at the wedding party in Malaysia is excitingly refreshing! With an image to redeem, Harry’s solely focused on making the wedding perfect and he needs Ella’s help. But when their best-laid plans are derailed by their unstoppable chemistry, keeping focused becomes almost impossible!

 

Highly emotional and riveting from start to finish! Michelle Douglas is shining bright with this tale of healing and growth and I could not have loved Ella ad Harry more. Great character depth, both humorous and emotional family drama and a happily ever after sincerely satisfying for all.

Ella and Harry both come into the storyline with expectations of themselves that end up having to be reevaluated and redesigned when life and happenstance knocked their best laid plans for a loop.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a ton of family drama mixed into an emotional love story with humor and life mixed in.

five-stars

* Review * THE BILLIONAIRE’S ONE NIGHT BABY by Joss Wood

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* Review * THE BILLIONAIRE’S ONE NIGHT BABY by Joss WoodThe Billionaire's One-Night Baby by Joss Wood
Series: Scandals of the Le Roux Wedding #1
Published by Harlequin Presents on May 24, 2022
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five-stars




They said one night only…

Until a baby binds them—forever!

Running Johannesburg’s top bridal boutique doesn’t mean Dodi Lewis believes in happily-ever-after. Past experience has shattered that illusion. But a single breathtaking encounter with Jago Le Roux—that Dodi believes in!

After growing up with a volatile father, Jago’s sure a family isn’t for him. Until Dodi tells him she’s pregnant… Suddenly Jago can’t picture a future without his child—or Dodi! That means putting his emotions on the line, something he’s never done before…

 

A delightfully wicked fling brings more than they bargained for! Complex characters, powerful back stories and a combustible attraction makes the first book in the Scandals of the Le Roux Wedding highly entertaining. I’m looking forward to more in the series!

Jago is attention grabbing and commanding. I can’t wait to see what the series holds in store for his family.

Dodi is a sweetheart who has let happenstance and expectation guide her to a place she isn’t so sure she wants to be anymore.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a whole lot of drama mixed into a steamy fling that leads to forever with a few bumps along the way.

five-stars

* Review * ROCKY MOUNTAIN RIVALS by Joanne Rock

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* Review * ROCKY MOUNTAIN RIVALS by Joanne RockRocky Mountain Rivals by Joanne Rock
Series: Return to Catamount #1
Published by Harlequin Desire on May 24, 2022
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four-stars




The man responsible for ruining her life…

just made her an offer she can’t refuse.

As heartless and irresistibly attractive as ever, bull-riding champion Drake Alexander says he has his reasons for wanting control of Fleur Barclay’s family ranch. And Fleur is torn by her warring feelings for him—Drake is her ex’s brother and totally off-limits. Yet she gives in to his powers of persuasion…and their sizzling chemistry. But secrets and a devastating betrayal could turn these lovers back into bitter enemies in a heartbeat…

 

A drama filled kick-off to the Return to Catamount series! This complicated enemies to lovers storyline quickly grabbed my attention and held it throughout. I’m looking forward to what comes next in the series. The characters are intriguing and have a decent backstory to keep us entertained.

Fleur was an easy character to like and sympathize with. She has baggage that she’s trying to pack away in order to push through to a brighter future, but reconnecting with an old enemy is derailing her plans.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a romance filled with angst, reconnection and uncovered secrets.

four-stars

* Review * JESSIE’S GIRL by Naima Simone

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* Review * JESSIE’S GIRL by Naima SimoneJessie's Girl by Naima Simone
Series: The Trapper Keeper Diaries #1
Published by Oliver Heber Books on May 24, 2022
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four-stars




You’ve been his for years, and I respected it. Maintained my distance.

Kept my silence. My secret.

Until that night you came to me, disillusioned, angry and hurt. God helps us both, but I crossed my carefully drawn line before you left, disappeared.

Now, you’re back, and my need for you is a beast that hasn’t been fed and has grown hungrier in the years since I’ve seen you. I remind myself we can’t be more than friends, that you’re off-limits to me. But it doesn’t stop me from secretly craving what can never be mine.

You.

My fantasy. My sin.

My joy. My regret.

My best friend’s woman.

Jessie’s girl.

 

Fast paced, endearing and oh so sensual! I dare you to read this book and not be humming the old 80’s tune in your head at least once! Unrequited love with a twist that turns hot, hot, hot when opportunity knocks and willpower is thrown out the door.

This book is a quick read and will have your glasses steaming up in no time! I highly enjoyed Asa and India’s story and was rooting for them from start to finish. I think some follow through in the ending to develop their relationship and the fall out from it would have made for a more rounded story, but I loved them regardless.

four-stars