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* Release Blitz/Review * HARD HIT by Brenda Rothert and Kat Mizera

March 21, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * HARD HIT by Brenda Rothert and Kat Mizera

Hard Hit by Brenda Rothert, Kat Mizera
Series: St. Louis Mavericks #5
Published by Silver Sky Publishing, Inc. on March 21, 2023
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Michael Boone has just one goal: to get traded to his hometown team so he can be closer to his family. But when a runaway bride who happens to be his coach’s daughter jumps into his car to escape Mr. Wrong, the heat is on ... in more ways than one.

Boone
I’m supposed to be a guest at my coach’s daughter’s wedding to a player from another team, but instead I find myself helping her escape it. The timing couldn’t be worse—I have to stay in Coach’s good graces to secure the trade I need. But when the sexy, newly single redhead with legs for days shows up in my life again, I can’t say no.

Jolie
After escaping marriage to a man who made me feel like I was never enough, I plan to focus entirely on completing my dissertation. Science has never let me down—I can avoid emotional entanglements by focusing on cold, hard data. But when I’m powerfully drawn to a man who is warm and, okay, I’ll admit it—also hard—all bets are off. Mr. Right Now is exactly what I need, until both of us find ourselves wanting the one thing we can’t have—more.

Emotionally charged temptation! With the fifth book in their always addictive St. Louis Mavericks hockey series Brenda Rothert and Kat Mizera delight their readers with a sweet and sexy romance with a touch of forbidden. The characters are developed well and easy enough to like and their back stories both have powerful tidbits that move the storyline. I always enjoy my visit to the Mavericks!

Boone has the rep of a player, but the emotional depth we see from him when the stakes are high with his family really endears him to the reader even before we grow addicted to his spark with Jolie.

Jolie is not as easy to like as Boone is because in all honesty she’s a bit of a flake who lets others control too big of aspects of her life, but she redeems herself a tad when she falls for Boone.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a steamy hockey romance with a tight knit team that loves to welcome the next guys forever love into the picture.

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* Release Blitz/Review * SNEAK ATTACK by Stacey Lynn

March 21, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * SNEAK ATTACK by Stacey Lynn

Sneak Attack by Stacey Lynn
Series: Nashville Steel #1
on March 21, 2023
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A sneak attack by the girl who broke my heart, reminds me what could have been…

I might have made it as an NFL quarterback, but I was still me– still living in my hometown north of Nashville and tackling being a single dad. The media assumed I wore a halo beneath my helmet, but they didn’t know my tragic past. I was no angel.

Because the only woman I ever truly loved was the girl who stole my heart when it was committed to another, and I never recovered from the mess we created.

Seven years is a long time to wait for a second chance. I tried to move on and live without her. Now, Eden’s returned home to haunt me all over again, making me feel all the things I can’t deny when she’s near.

She might have her running shoes strapped on tight, but I’m desperate for her to stay this time. In order to do that, I need to find a way for us to put the past where it truly belongs, buried six feet deep with the person whose death still stands between us.

I didn’t become one of the best in the league by playing it safe. Eden’s always been mine, and it’s time she finally learns it, too.

An emotionally raw and gritty reconnection of first loves! With the first book in her brand new Nashville Steel football series Stacey Lynn is pouring out the strife when the QB receives a blast from the past when the one that got away arrives back in town and drama ensues. The characters are flawed, yet redeemable and the heartfelt connections felt throughout with neighbors and family are really heartwarming. I loved every minute of their story and look forward to more to come in the series!

Cole is a complex character. He’s an awesome father and strives to be a good man, but his teen selfishness still comes back to bite him after all of this time. He’s easy to like and easy to forgive for his mistakes.

Eden is kind and fragile and easily misunderstood by most. I really liked her and was happy to see her heal and find her place in the world.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a sports romance with a whole lot of heart and drama behind the scenes.

Sneak Attack by Stacey Lynn is now live!

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I might have made it as an NFL quarterback, but I was still me—still living in my hometown north of Nashville and tackling being a single dad. The media assumed I wore a halo beneath my helmet, but they didn’t know my tragic past. I was no angel.

Because the only woman I ever truly loved was the girl who stole my heart when it was committed to another, and I never recovered from the mess we created.

Seven years is a long time to wait for a second chance. I tried to move on and live without her. Now, Eden’s returned home to haunt me all over again, making me feel all the things I can’t deny when she’s near.

She might have her running shoes strapped on tight, but I’m desperate for her to stay this time. In order to do that, I need to find a way for us to put the past where it truly belongs, buried six feet deep with the person whose death still stands between us.

I didn’t become one of the best in the league by playing it safe. Eden’s always been mine, and it’s time she finally learns it, too.

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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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* Review * HER BEST KEPT SECRET by Naima Simone

March 15, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * HER BEST KEPT SECRET by Naima Simone

Her Best Kept Secret by Naima Simone
Published by Harlequin Desire on March 28, 2023
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Nore Daniels has sworn off love…only her powerful new client drives her to delicious distraction!

After the crushing end of her engagement, event planner Nore Daniels is through with love. Except her plan to throw herself into work ends with landing in the bed of sexy former motorcycle racer and CEO Joaquin Iverson. Now he wants Nore to work for him—and it’s a business arrangement that may require a decidedly personal touch…

Their chemistry is undeniably off the charts—but when it comes to trust, both Nore and Joaquin have been burned before. And when Nore discovers that he’s the brother of her ex-fiancé, it might send both their worlds spinning out of control…

Delectable angsty goodness! The core characters of this book snagged my attention quickly and delighted me with their lust-filled attraction, sassy conversations and heartfelt connections. There’s a bit of a dilemma early on when Nore realizes Joaquin is the half-brother of the man that yanked her heart out and stomped on it not so long ago, but the goodness wins out over the heartache in this captivating story. Strong back stories, intense steam and such a sweet connection easily held my heart throughout.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that loves angsty drama mixed into your steamy romance. There’s passion, angst and healing all mixed into one fine read!

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* Review * A BABY ON HIS DOORSTEP by Leigh Riker

March 15, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A BABY ON HIS DOORSTEP by Leigh Riker

A Baby on His Doorstep by Leigh Riker
Series: Kansas Cowboys #11
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on March 28, 2023
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His surprise baby…

Could be her saving grace

Workaholic veterinarian Max Crane has sworn off entanglements. Then he wakes up to an infant on his doorstep—and a note saying the tiny girl is his. With his ex MIA, Max hires Rachel Whittaker as his live-in nanny. The grieving widow has her own reasons to keep their relationship professional, but when tongues start wagging, a fake engagement seems the perfect solution. Until they both start falling for the baby…and each other.

Heartfelt and endearing! With the eleventh book in the always enjoyable Kansas Cowboys series from Harlequin Heartwarming author Leigh Riker, we get veterinarian Max and library assistant Rachel’s story and it’s filled with just enough drama and sass to please all. The characters each have a memorable back story that is playing a part in them connecting over an adorable baby girl. I enjoyed the emotional depth and the happily ever after!

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a sweet cowboy romance with easy to love characters, sweet romance and meaningful connections.

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* Review * THE SEASIDE LIBRARY by Brenda Novak

March 15, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THE SEASIDE LIBRARY by Brenda Novak

The Seaside Library by Brenda Novak
Published by MIRA on April 11, 2023
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There are secrets that bring friends together, and others that drive them apart…

Mariners Island is barely ten miles long, but when Ivy, Ariana and Cam were teenagers, it was their whole world. Beyond the pristine beaches and iconic lighthouse lies the beautiful old library that belongs to Ivy’s family. While that bound Ivy to the island as an adult, Ariana could not leave Mariners behind fast enough. The town holds too many…memories. Not only her unrequited feelings for Cam, but the tragedy that left a scar on the community.

When a young girl went missing, a teenage Cam was unthinkably the prime suspect. Ariana and Ivy knew he couldn’t have hurt anyone, and they promised to protect him—even if it meant lying on his behalf.

Now, twenty years later, Ariana returns to Mariners just as new evidence emerges on the case, calling into question everything the three friends thought they knew—and everyone they thought they could trust. What really happened that night? Over the course of one eventful summer, Ariana, Ivy and Cam will learn the truth—about their pasts, their futures and the ties that still bind them as closely as the pages of a book…

Filled with mystery, rekindling of life-long friendships and hints of romance. Brenda Novak has brought us sweet romance, thrillers and family saga in the past and with her latest women’s fiction novel she is pouring on the sentimental side as we step into a reconnection of childhood friends who have a secret that is beginning to unravel and point fingers. The connection between the three is complex and addictive, while the mystery haunting their past is poised to snag the limelight. I loved every minute of my trip to Mariner’s Island!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a story based on an in depth friendship that encompasses the core of the story foundation and builds the drama and romance outward.

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* Review * MONTANA FREEDOM by Josie Jade and Janie Crouch

March 15, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * MONTANA FREEDOM by Josie Jade and Janie Crouch

Montana Freedom by Josie Jade, Janie Crouch
Series: Resting Warrior Ranch #6
Published by Calamittie Jane Publishing on March 14, 2023
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Daniel Clark is the leader. The one who ensures everyone makes it out alive.

He took that responsibility seriously when he and his team served in the Navy SEALs together, and he takes it seriously now at the Resting Warrior Ranch.

When he and his men broke up the Riders—the vicious dogfighting gang who also kept some human captives—they got everyone to safety.

Except for the woman who’d been caged—Emma. She disappeared into the night.

So when she shows up in his tiny Montana town—in bad physical shape, begging not to be taken to the hospital—Daniel can’t believe it. He does the only thing he can: brings her home.

He’s a warrior, not a caregiver, but he’ll have to be both in this case. The people after her don’t just want to put her in a cage this time. They want her dead.

But if they want to get to Emma, they’re going to have to go through Daniel. And that’s not going to happen.

Captivating from start to finish! Fans of the Resting Warrior Ranch series are in for a treat this go round as the fearless leader Daniel is finally meeting his match and the drama she brings along with her. The characters each have a rich back story that brings a depth to their development that will keep the reader invested throughout. Danger is lurking as love blooms at the most unexpected of times. Highly entertaining!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a close-knit group of former soldiers who are supporting each other and others through re-entry into life as each one falls for his happily ever after.

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* Release Blitz/Review * ROCKED BY LOVE by Melissa Foster

March 8, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * ROCKED BY LOVE by Melissa Foster

Rocked by Love by Melissa Foster
Series: The Bradens & Montgomerys: Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls #10, A Braden - Bad Boys After Dark Crossover
Published by World Literary Press on March 8, 2023
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What happens when a rock star with no plans of settling down finds out he has a teenage daughter, his manager is embezzling from him, and the woman he’s hired to design his tour wardrobe is breathing fire? Come along for the snarky, emotional, and insanely sexy ride as Jillian and Johnny get caught up in a storm that just might be bigger than both of them.

Jillian Braden’s quick, creative thinking and fierce determination have helped her singlehandedly build a fashion empire. She doesn’t mince words and demands respect, but beneath all that armor, she carries the Braden curse of a soft heart. But that soft heart isn’t looking to start a family and doesn’t know the first thing about mollycoddling. When famed rock star Johnny Bad hires her to design his tour wardrobe and then postpones it at the last minute for the third time, she’s had enough. Jillian is determined to set him straight, but she isn’t at all prepared for what she finds or for the type of help Johnny Bad really needs.

Filled with smoking hot chemistry, electrifying characters and more heart than you could have ever imagined! Melissa Foster is pouring on the sass with Jillian Braden’s story and I loved every single minute of watching her bring Johnny Bad to his knees! You are thrust into the heart of the story from the very first page, but you have so much more to look forward to as each chapter brings more warmth and love to the forefront and you become a member of this family page after page. Drama, romance and warmth are all guaranteed. I’m so looking forward to more from the Bad family too!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys a heartwarming family atmosphere wrapped around steamy couplings as each sibling finds their forever love and brings them into the family fold.

Rocked by Love by Melissa Foster is now live!

What happens when a rock star with no plans of settling down finds out he has a teenage daughter, his manager is embezzling from him, and the woman he’s hired to design his tour wardrobe is breathing fire?

Come along for the snarky, emotional, and insanely sexy ride as Jillian and Johnny get caught up in a storm that just might be bigger than both of them.

Jillian Braden’s quick, creative thinking and fierce determination have helped her singlehandedly build a fashion empire. She doesn’t mince words and demands respect, but beneath all that armor, she carries the Braden curse of a soft heart. But that soft heart isn’t looking to start a family and doesn’t know the first thing about mollycoddling. When famed rock star Johnny Bad hires her to design his tour wardrobe and then postpones it at the last minute for the third time, she’s had enough. Jillian is determined to set him straight, but she isn’t at all prepared for what she finds or for the type of help Johnny Bad really needs.

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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 * MAKE BELIEVE MATCH by Joanne Rock

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * MAKE BELIEVE MATCH by Joanne Rock

Make Believe Match by Joanne Rock
Series: Texas Cattleman's Club: The Wedding #4
Published by Harlequin Desire on March 28, 2023
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Billionaire playboys aren’t marriage material.

But “fake” marriage?

What could possibly go wrong?

Wedding fever has hit the town of Royal, Texas! And graduate student Jessica Lewis has made a deal with the devil. Her one-night stand—bad boy CEO Oliver Price—has agreed to be her pretend fiancé for the social season. Their off-the-charts chemistry makes their fake romance an easy sell. But the more events they attend, the more the make-believe feels very, very real. But for two commitmentphobes from different worlds, will chemistry be enough?

Fake turns into forever in this fast paced delight! Joanne Rock is turning on the charm in the fourth book in the Texas Cattleman’s Club: The Wedding series when Oliver woos Jessica into one night of debauchery that leads to more than they bargained for! I enjoyed the characters very much and their story was quite satisfying.

Oliver is an accomplished, sincere man who adores his family and lives a good life, but he’s a bit short sighted when it comes to knowing what his pretend fiance needs most of all.

Jessica is a sweetheart who’s out to help her parents get out of a snafu when she agrees to Oliver’s plan, but spending time on his arm is no hardship!

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that loves scandal and riches mixed in with heartfelt happily ever afters.

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* Review * A COWBOY WORTH WAITING FOR by Melinda Curtis

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * A COWBOY WORTH WAITING FOR by Melinda Curtis

A Cowboy Worth Waiting For by Melinda Curtis
Series: The Cowboy Academy #1
Published by Harlequin Heartwarming on March 28, 2023
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This cowboy’s done with love…

Or is he?

Former rodeo queen Ronnie Pickett has always had a talent for matchmaking—and now she’s going pro. Her first customer? None other than her friend and teen cowboy crush, Wade Keller. Of course, convincing the widowed bronc rider and single dad that it's time to date again is gonna be a challenge. But no one warned Ronnie about the occupational hazard of falling for her very first cowboy client…

Heartfelt and delightful! Melinda Curtis is kicking off a brand new Cowboy Academy series with healing, hearts of gold and humor and I enjoyed every minute of it! The characters have a strong connection between them before their chemistry this go round even comes to a head, so there’s baggage to be sorted through, attraction to act on and happily ever afters to promise. I’m looking forward to more to come in the series!

Ronnie is sweet yet stubborn in her determination to honor a promise to her late best friend and find her husband and little girl someone to step into her shoes. She has good intentions, but her refusal to see what’s truly happening between them almost derails it before it begins.

I loved Wade so much. He’s such a kind man and watching him struggle with what the right way to move forward was just touched my heart. Ginny was a doll too.

I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a sweet romance filled with angst and good-heartedness as love comes to those who least expect it.

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* Review * JUST A LITTLE HOOKUP by Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * JUST A LITTLE HOOKUP by Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde

Just a Little Hookup by Carly Phillips
Series: A Dare Crossover Novel #1
on March 21, 2023
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Being a bachelor has its perks. It also has its downside. Just ask Derek Bettencourt.

Standing on stage and being auctioned off in the name of charity is awkward AF… until his business partner’s younger sister wins him for the weekend. He’s all hers to do with as she pleases and he can’t say he’s unhappy with the prospect. Especially since she saved him from an ex-fiancée determined to get her claws into him again.

Jessica Cavanaugh never intended to bid on the man she’s had a lifetime crush on. But her spur-of-the-moment decision gives her a chance to exact a bit of playful payback, for old time’s sake. And Derek is all too happy to indulge Jessica's whims.

What starts as a fun, flirty, game, with Derek acting as her personal handyman, quickly turns into a steamy and forbidden weekend. Lines are crossed that they never intended and emotions unravel their playful facades. Afterward, he can’t get the gorgeous, full-figured woman out of his head and he’s determined to make her his.

But how can they concentrate on a future when someone is threatened by their relationship and will do anything to come between them?

* A Dare Crossover novel featuring Derek Bettencourt from Carly Phillips’ novel, Just One Taste.

A sexy, scandalous dive into a forbidden romance! Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde can always be counted on to deliver an attention grabbing, confident hero to steal their heroine’s heart and I just loved seeing them back together again to work their magic in this Dare Crossover! The chemistry is intense, the characters are endearing and heartfelt and their happily ever after is our sweet reward!

Derek is accomplished and sincere and has such a good heart. I loved getting to see him let himself be loved for who he is instead of who someone wants him to be.

Jessica is adorable and gorgeously outspoken. I enjoyed seeing her shine and get all that she deserved out of life.

I highly recommend this book and can’t wait for more to come in this spinoff series!

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