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* Release Blast/Review * THEN CAME LOVE by Melissa Foster

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

* Release Blast/Review * THEN CAME LOVE by Melissa FosterThen Came Love by Melissa Foster
Series: The Bradens & Montgomerys #9
Published by World Literary Press on May 18, 2022
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five-stars

What happens when you find your soul mate but she belongs to someone else?

Months ago, famed wedding-gown designer Jax Braden met the woman of his dreams when a bride-to-be came in for a consultation. He’s tried to move on, but there is no forgetting beautiful, smart, and refreshingly real Jordan Lawler, or the loneliness she cleverly tries to hide. When Jordan hires him to design her wedding gown, Jax knows he’s in trouble, but he cannot walk away. As business meetings turn to late-night confessions, their connection deepens, igniting passion too strong to deny. They’re drawn into an inescapable and forbidden love. Loyalties are tested and hearts are frayed, but neither will cross that invisible line in the sand. Come along for the sexy, emotional ride as Jax and Jordan face their toughest competitors yet—their hearts.

 

This one is going to cause a stir, but it’s no less powerful than the rest! In all honesty this book is going to trigger some readers who will not be able to see past the emotional cheating thought that rears it’s head early on, BUT … if you can take into context the intentions and obvious care they each put in to not crossing the point of no return, you will have to admit you love Jax and Jordan’s story. It’s heartfelt and endearing and I loved their happily ever after!

Jax is a sweetheart. He fell hard for Jordan the second he laid eyes on her across the room, but he respected her situation and took great care in not sullying her relationship.

Jordan is loyal to a fault and it almost has her sacrificing herself wrongly, which becomes glaringly obvious in the end. I liked watching her realize what love really is.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a close knit family being the backdrop to a hot and steamy romance that begins with a sweet friendship.

 

 

 

 

THEN CAME LOVE
THE BRADENS & MONTGOMERYS
Melissa Foster
Releasing May 18, 2022
World Literary Press

 

Blurb:

What happens when you find your soul mate but she belongs to someone else?

 Months ago, famed wedding-gown designer Jax Braden met the woman of his dreams when a bride-to-be came in for a consultation. He’s tried to move on, but there is no forgetting beautiful, smart, and refreshingly real Jordan Lawler, or the loneliness she cleverly tries to hide. When Jordan hires him to design her wedding gown, Jax knows he’s in trouble, but he cannot walk away. As business meetings turn to late-night confessions, their connection deepens, igniting passion too strong to deny. They’re drawn into an inescapable and forbidden love. Loyalties are tested and hearts are frayed, but neither will cross that invisible line in the sand. Come along for the sexy, emotional ride as Jax and Jordan face their toughest competitors yet—their hearts.

 

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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25317324-then-came-love

 

Goodreads series link: https://www.goodreads.com/series/151180-the-bradens-montgomerys-pleasant-hill—oak-falls

 


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Excerpt:

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Author Info

Melissa Foster is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and new adult romance with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic and always family oriented–perfect beach reads for contemporary romance lovers who enjoy reading about wealthy heroes and smart, sassy heroines.

 

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five-stars

* Review * HIS LOST AND FOUND FAMILY by Tara Taylor Quinn

* Review * HIS LOST AND FOUND FAMILY by Tara Taylor QuinnHis Lost and Found Family by Tara Taylor Quinn
Series: Sierra's Web #1
Published by Harlequin Special Edition on December 28, 2021
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five-stars

Is he ready…

to be a father to this little girl?

Learning he’s guardian to his orphaned niece sends child-averse architect Michael O’Connell’s life into a tailspin. He’s floored by the responsibility, so when child life specialist Mariah Anderson agrees to pitch in at home, Michael thinks she’s heaven-sent. Michael is shocked at the depth of his own connection to Mariah, and when she moves in, he opens his heart to her in ways he never could have imagined. But can an instant family turn into a forever one?

 

Heartwrenchingly emotional! The first book in the Sierra’s Web series grabbed my attention from the very first page and didn’t let go until the final. It’s filled with a depth of pain in a character that you don’t often see in a category romance and Quinn pulled it off in a way that left the hero redeemed and complete.

Michael is a complex character. He’s determined to set things right in the only way he can comprehend based on the past and what he thinks was felt towards him. He’s easy to dislike, but equally easy to forgive once you get to know his heart.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a romance that is full of emotional discord and family drama but has a sweet love story in the mix that steals the show.

five-stars

* Review * CODE NAME: LIBRA by Janie Crouch

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* Review * CODE NAME: LIBRA by Janie CrouchCode Name: Libra by Janie Crouch
Series: Zodiac Tactical #3
Published by Calamittie Jane Publishing on May 17, 2022
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five-stars

My code name is Libra. The stars say I’m charismatic, intelligent, charming.

The one with the easy smile.

Zodiac Tactical has been the biggest part of my life for the past three years. We guard, protect, rescue...eliminate the threat when nobody else can. And I’ve always been at the front lines—first to help in whatever way was needed.

Until I took a bullet to the chest.

Now everybody’s worried about me. So I’m sent on what’s supposed to be an easy mission—gathering intel about some potential bad guys while on a tropical island for a wedding. Lay low, blend in, catch a little tan while getting the job done. Can’t be too hard.

Until I defend the bride’s adorable sister against some cruel cattiness and the next thing I know I’m mentioning I’m her fiancé.

Surprise.

When the mission takes a turn for the much more dangerous, and my fiancée finds herself in the middle of it, I will do whatever it takes to keep her safe. My wounds may have knocked me down, but a Navy SEAL, even former one with a couple extra bullet holes, always gets back up.

My code name is Libra. Don’t let the easy smile fool you.

 

Sizzling chemistry and unexpected danger are a powerful mix! The third book in the Zodiac Tactical series continues to deliver on romance, intrigue and heartfelt connections and I loved every minute of it. I feel like there was a bit of a glaring hole left in the storyline for the previous injury/Wavy situation for anyone that hadn’t been reading the series as it went along that really should have been fleshed out a bit, but if you’re reading the series in order you should carry along fairly easily.

Landon is super easy to like and steals the show very quickly. I loved getting to see him back at work and enjoying the good things in life.

Bethany really stole my heart with her judgmental mother and gentle soul. I enjoyed getting to see her shine.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that likes a high intensity bit of intrigue wrapped up in a close knit work family and a sweet yet sexy love story.

five-stars

* Review * RISING STAR by Jennifer Faye

* Review * RISING STAR by Jennifer FayeRising Star by Jennifer Faye
Series: Bluestar Island #4
Published by Lazy Dazy Press on April 19, 2022
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four-half-stars

When Bluestar’s hometown celebrity unexpectedly returns to the island, there’s a heartbreaking scandal following her…

Country singer Emma “Em” Bell’s finally making headlines—just not the right ones. With a broken heart and doubts about her judgement, she's rethinking her future. Before she has time to sort out her feelings, her assistance is desperately needed. Bluestar’s Concert on the Beach summer spectacular is in trouble and her soon-to-be sister-in-law’s job is on the line.

Financial investor turned carpenter, Noah Sullivan, has retired from his high stress job due to health issues. He’s moved to Bluestar Island for a quiet, healthy lifestyle but when Emma blows into town, his days are anything but serene.

With all the small town counting on them, Noah and Emma must work past their conflicts to keep a promise to someone special to both of them. Will the summer’s sun soothe their tension and the sea breeze lull them into a peaceful surrender of their hearts?

 

This sentimental opposites attract story will have you loving Blue Star Island in no time! With the fourth book in the series we dive back into the heart of this small town where love seems to wrap itself around hearts when they least expect it. The characters are always endearing, the setting is cozy and sweet and the storyline had my attention from start to finish. I always enjoy my visit to Blue Star Island!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a small town filled with love, laughter and happily ever afters.

four-half-stars

* Release Blitz/Review * HOT SHOT’S MISTAKE by Gina Azzi

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* Release Blitz/Review * HOT SHOT’S MISTAKE by Gina AzziHot Shot's Mistake by Gina Azzi
Series: Tennessee Thunderbolts #1
Published by Three Cities Publishing LLC on May 12, 2022
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five-stars

Tangling up with my new physical therapist, Mila Lewis, is a mistake. One I can’t seem to stop making.

When I sign with the Tennessee Thunderbolts, I have two goals: prove my injury hasn’t benched my career and get back to New York.

But then, I meet Mila, the enigmatic therapist tasked with rehabbing my shoulder.

With her long ponytail, professional demeanor, and girl-next-door look, Mila is nothing like my usual type. She’s better—a good girl with sad eyes and a tragic past our small-town loves to dissect.

With the entire town up in her business, our budding connection is far from simple. I’m not staying, and Mila will never leave.

Deep down, I know I should walk away and let her find the happily-ever-after she deserves.

But I can’t. Not without showing her that it could be me.

And that may be the biggest mistake of all.

 

A rejuvenated NHL team is bursting into the spotlight! With the first book in the Tennessee Thunderbolts series we are introduced to several familiar faces as players are traded, former players and coaches are stepping up to buy a franchise and new friendships and rivalries are paving the way forward. I loved the passion of the sport, the camaraderie of a newly formed team and the sweet family and love connection. I’m looking forward to more to come in the series!

Mila is a sweetheart whose past imploded when she least expected it and she was left to pick up the pieces. I loved her spirit and watching her welcome happiness and love again.

Devon has a family support system that is to die for, and as he fights to overcome the injury that has been derailing him, he falls for life’s unexpected.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a hockey romance filled with love, laughter, and so much heart you’ll be hooked in no time!

 

 

 

 

 

 Release Date: May 12

 

Tangling up with my new physical therapist, Mila Lewis, is a mistake. One I can’t seem to stop making.

 

When I sign with the Tennessee Thunderbolts, I have two goals: prove my injury hasn’t benched my career and get back to New York. 

But then, I meet Mila, the enigmatic therapist tasked with rehabbing my shoulder. 

With her long ponytail, professional demeanor, and girl-next-door look, Mila is nothing like my usual type. 

She’s better—a good girl with sad eyes and a tragic past our small-town loves to dissect.

With the entire town up in her business, our budding connection is far from simple. I’m not staying, and Mila will never leave.

Deep down, I know I should walk away and let her find the happily-ever-after she deserves.

But I can’t. Not without showing her that it could be me.

 

And that may be the biggest mistake of all. 

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Meet Gina Azzi

 

I’m Gina Azzi, a book-obsessed, coffee-drinking, globetrotting, mama of soon-to-be three! I write sweet with a dash of spicy New Adult and Contemporary Romance full of good men putting in work to win the hearts of even better women.

A total Jersey girl at heart, I struggle with insatiable wanderlust and currently reside in Ontario, Canada with my family. 

 

When I’m not dreaming up storylines or writing all the words, you can find me hanging with my littles, attempting to bake, or planning my next adventure.

 

Connect with me on social media or at ginaazziauthor@gmail.com. I’d love to hear from you!

 

Happy Reading!

Xo,

Gina

 

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five-stars

* Release Blitz/Review * RULE BREAKER by Stacey Lynn

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* Release Blitz/Review * RULE BREAKER by Stacey LynnRule Breaker by Stacey Lynn
Series: Las Vegas Vipers #3
on May 10, 2022
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five-stars

Spending the night in jail isn’t exactly how I planned to spend Christmas, but I’ve had worse holidays…

Now that I’m out, it’s time to accept my real punishment. Coaching ten-year-old terrors on the ice, in my non-existent free time. My Coach thinks it’d be good for me. Remind me where I came from. He should know I’ve tried every day of my life for the last ten years to forget.

The youth hockey league is a hell I didn’t plan on and the worst penalty possible…
Until the day a sweet, single mom cracks a joke about her kid, and then all bets are off.

I’m the best defenseman in professional hockey, but I didn’t see her coming… now what in the hell do I do? I’m not equipped for a relationship. I’m definitely not ready to have a kid depending on me, but I can’t deny she makes me feel things— want things I never imagined I could have.

I should save us both the trouble and stay far away from her. But rules were made to be broken, and I was never good at following them anyway.

  He had me from hello! The Las Vegas Vipers series is addictive and book three kept that high energy and emotional pace up well. I loved the characters, the connections and the emotional growth as they worked towards their happily ever after. I can’t wait for more in the series!

Dominick is closed off and cold on the outside, but beneath the surface he’s a wounded soul who only wants the best for the little sister he adores. Watching him let Holly into his inner thoughts and fears was magical.

Holly is a doll. She’s had hard knocks like you wouldn’t believe, but she refuses to close her heart off to the good things in life and in the people around her.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a good hockey romance chock full of drama, friendship and sweet, sexy love!

 

 

 

 

 

Rule Breaker by Stacey Lynn is now live!

 

Spending the night in jail isn’t exactly how I planned to spend Christmas, but I’ve had worse holidays…

Now that I’m out, it’s time to accept my real punishment. Coaching ten-year-old terrors on the ice, in my non-existent free time. My Coach thinks it’d be good for me. Remind me where I came from. He should know I’ve tried every day of my life for the last ten years to forget.

The youth hockey league is a hell I didn’t plan on and the worst penalty possible…

Until the day a sweet, single mom cracks a joke about her kid, and then all bets are off.

I’m the best defenseman in professional hockey, but I didn’t see her coming… now what in the hell do I do? I’m not equipped for a relationship. I’m definitely not ready to have a kid depending on me, but I can’t deny she makes me feel things— want things I never imagined I could have.

I should save us both the trouble and stay far away from her. But rules were made to be broken, and I was never good at following them anyway.

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Meet Stacey

Stacey Lynn likes her coffee with a dash of sugar, her heroes with a side of bossy, and her wine a deep shade of red.

The author of over thirty romance novels, many of which have been best-selling titles on Amazon, AppleBooks, and Barnes & Noble, she loves being able to turn her vivid imagination into a career that brings entertainment and joy to her readers. Focused on sports romance and emotional, small-town romance, she also loves stretching herself in different genres.

Born in Texas and raised in the Midwest, she now makes her home in North Carolina and loves all things Southern. Together with her ultimate tall, dark, and handsome hero, she has four children. Her life is a chaotic mess that fights with her Type-A, list-making, neurotically organized preferences and she wouldn’t have it any other way.

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five-stars

* Release Blitz/Review * THE ROGUE by Kimberly Kincaid

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* Release Blitz/Review * THE ROGUE by Kimberly KincaidThe Rogue by Kimberly Kincaid
Series: The Intelligence Unit #4
Published by Kimberly Kincaid Romance on May 10, 2022
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five-stars




The scars that cut deepest are the ones beneath the surface…

Detective Addison Hale is a survivor. The armor she uses to hide her scars keeps her safe on the job, and holding people at arm’s length is a small price to pay when there’s a stalker on the loose.
Especially since he’s after the sister of impulsive firefighter Ryan Dempsey, who she had a scorching-hot fling with two months ago.

The fling she can’t forget, even though she knows how dangerous it is to get close. To feel.

Ryan will do anything to keep his sister safe, even if it means he has to play by Addison’s rules. But when the stalker sets his sights on the smart, sexy detective, Ryan finds he’ll do anything for her, including risk his life to fight at her side.

But this enemy is as cunning as he is deadly and he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants.

Addison and Ryan must outrun the shadows and outwit a killer.

No matter the cost.

 

An emotional connection of danger and passion! The fourth book in The Intelligence Unit series continues the tradition of grabbing my attention from the start and keeping me spellbound throughout. I love the group of characters behind each core player in the romance this time and the danger aspect added a suspenseful thrill. Loved every minute of their story!

Addison is one tough cookie and she doesn’t let much get to her. The burning attraction she feels for Ryan is something that she lets slip through her cracks … just once … and then once more …

Ryan is a total sweetheart and getting to know his family side was heartwarming.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a bit of suspense wrapped up into a close knit group of co-workers who became family to each other over the years as each one finds their forever love along the way.

five-stars

* Review * THE WRONG VICTIM by Allison Brennan

* Review * THE WRONG VICTIM by Allison BrennanThe Wrong Victim by Allison Brennan
Series: A Quinn & Costa Thriller #3
Published by MIRA on April 26, 202
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four-stars




A bomb explodes on a sunset charter cruise out of Friday Harbor at the height of tourist season and kills everyone on board. Now this fishing and boating community is in shock and asking who would commit such a heinous crime—the largest act of mass murder in the history of the San Juan Islands.

Was the explosion an act of domestic terrorism, or was one of the dead the primary target? That is the first question Special Agent Matt Costa, Detective Kara Quinn and the rest of the FBI team need to answer, but they have few clues and no witnesses.

Accused of putting profits before people after leaking fuel endangered an environmentally sensitive preserve, the West End Charter company may itself have been the target. As Matt and his team get closer to answers, they find one of their own caught in the crosshairs of a determined killer.

 

An explosion sets the stage for various mysteries colliding! The third book in the Quinn and Costa Thriller series was a bit slow to start, but once Quinn and Costa were introduced into the scene it all began coming together a bit. Various suspects kept us guessing as danger lurked, secrets were uncovered and nefarious plots were carried out. There were a lot of characters to keep track of and follow and a few things got lost in the translation along the way, but the suspense kept me going forward and the end road was satisfying.

four-stars

* Review * THE ADOPTION by Jenna Kernan

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

* Review * THE ADOPTION by Jenna KernanThe Adoption by Jenna Kernan
Published by Bookouture on May 11, 2022
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three-stars




Your little girl is all yours… isn’t she?

Dani and her husband Tate’s life together is almost perfect. But Dani is haunted by guilt for causing a terrible car accident that left her unable to have children. She can’t remember why she was driving so fast that day or where she was going. Her therapist says she should try to move on.

So when their application to adopt is accepted, Dani sobs with joy. As perfect little Willow nestles in her arms, Dani looks at Tate’s loving smile and knows he will always provide for his family, no matter what.

When Dani sees a woman staring as she pushes Willow’s stroller around the safe, gated Florida community where they live, she tells herself it’s simply an admiring passer-by. After all, Dani herself used to watch the local moms and wish she was in their shoes.

But when Dani wakes in the night to find Willow’s crib empty, their perfect life becomes a nightmare.

In her frantic distress for her daughter, Dani’s memories of the accident flash through her mind. And with a jolt she realises: everyone around her has been lying about that day.

Will Dani find out the truth before it’s too late for her baby girl?

Or will facing her own dark secrets tear them all apart?

 

Emotional twists and turns will grab your attention! I was captivated by the premise of this story, however it fell flat in the end for me. There was much potential as the story unfolded, yet a good bit of repetitive and disjointed prose made the connection sag. I liked the character depiction, the development was iffy because of time shifts and overall confusion of what was happening and who was truly in the story. I felt the very end gave a little more insight into what the author was going for, but not a favorite by this author for me. Holes needed to be filled, more concise suspense needed to be in place and less retelling of the same happenings or feelings.

three-stars

* Review * FOREVER YOURS by Jules Bennett

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

* Review * FOREVER YOURS by Jules BennettForever Yours by Jules Bennett
Series: A Haven Novella
Published by Jules Bennett on May 10, 2022
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four-stars




Ex-military turned small-town pilot Brock Monroe has never forgotten his high school sweetheart…or the heartbreak she caused when she left town. But when she returns years later for a birthday celebration, Brock is taken off guard and can’t help but wonder if there’s any spark left between them.

Alli Foster is too much of a free-spirit to stay in one place for very long. She’s allowed herself one week in Haven to visit her family, but then she runs into Brock and all of those old feelings resurface.

When Alli gets caught in an innocent little lie with her family, Brock comes to her rescue as her faux date. Will their ruse of playing pretend turn into their happily-ever-after?

 

A sweet return to Haven, Georgia! This novella is a quick dash back into the town we fell in love with a few years back in The Monroes series. I highly enjoyed the catch up with some treasured characters and enjoyed every minute of their story. That said, I think you need to go back and read The Monroes series first in order to pick up on the nuances depicted in this story. There wasn’t any true relationship development because it’s a short story, but it’s sweet none-the-less.

four-stars