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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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* 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

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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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* Review * FOUR WEEKS TO FOREVER by Karen Booth

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * FOUR WEEKS TO FOREVER by Karen Booth

Four Weeks to Forever by Karen Booth
Series: Texas Cattleman's Club: The Wedding #3
Published by Harlequin Desire on March 28, 2023
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Can they put that one unforgettable night behind them

and keep things strictly business?

Sharing the bed of high-profile chef Colin Reynolds during a blackout was a mistake florist Corryna Lawson can’t afford to repeat. Especially now that they’re working together on a celebrity wedding at the Texas Cattleman’s Club. As the two collaborate on flowers and food, Corryna finds Colin nearly impossible to resist…and maybe she doesn’t want to. But then she discovers she’s carrying his baby…

Fast paced and pleasurable! Karen Booth always delivers on drama and angst and with the third book in the Texas Cattleman’s Club: The Wedding series, she hits paydirt with an attention grabbing couple and a sexy yet sweet trail towards happily ever after!

I enjoyed both Corryna and Colin right from the start and learning each of their back stories endeared them even more to my heart. I wanted to see a little more resolution with the storyline revolving around her ex, but overall I felt like their story was fairly complete and totally enjoyable.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone who enjoys high profile characters with a lot going on in their lives as they stumble across love when they least expect it.

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* Review * THE NATURE OF SECRETS by Debra Webb

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Review * THE NATURE OF SECRETS by Debra Webb

The Nature of Secrets by Debra Webb
Series: Finley O’Sullivan #2
Published by Thomas & Mercer on March 14, 2023
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Legal investigator Finley O’Sullivan has had a difficult year in the wake of her husband’s murder. But in her line of work, there’s no time to grieve. Her job is to protect the firm’s clients and defend their innocence through grueling investigative work.

Ellen Winthrop is a force to be reckoned with in the financial world. In a male-dominated industry, she shattered the glass ceiling by empowering and promoting women. But now her husband is dead, killed in the Winthrop family home—and she stands accused of his murder.

Finley, as the investigator at the firm Ellen Winthrop hired to defend her, has a clear objective: prove that Ellen didn’t do it. But the deeper Finley digs into the Winthrops’ marriage, the more she starts to doubt Ellen’s story. The uncomfortable truth is that Ellen Winthrop may in fact have killed her husband.

And he might not have been the first.

Entertaining and highly addictive! The second book in Debra Webb’s Finley O’Sullivan series not only brings us a brand new case to sink our teeth into with her, but it also brings some answers to some of her questions regarding her husband’s murder a year ago. The story is complex and delves into the lives of the newest vic, his wife and all of her closest friends while on the side Finley is getting closer every day to uncovering who her own husband really was.

Even though there are two detailed stories going on at the same time throughout this book, the author does a great job of melding them into one cohesive unit and delivering concise resolutions to each.

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a whodunnit mystery with high powered secrets and lies popping up around every corner.

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* Review * CROSS ROADS by Tracey Devlyn

March 5, 2023 Leave a Comment

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Cross Roads by Tracey Devlyn
Series: Steele Ridge: The Blackwells #3
Published by Steele Ridge Publishing on March 6, 2023
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Cybersecurity expert Rohan Blackwell left his fellow hackers in the Collective behind to focus on the family business. But when an unusually fruitless background check on a potential contractor coincides with a savage cyberattack, he can’t help but suspect that the two events are connected. Determined to ferret out the beautiful artist’s real story, Rohan soon finds himself distracted by more than her secrets.

Hard work and quick thinking pulled Lena Kamber out of a difficult past and into a successful fine arts reproduction studio. Then disturbing visions of her childhood begin to surface, and she senses malevolent eyes on her at every turn. Add to that, a gorgeous stranger inadvertently helps a burglar steal her latest high-profile commission, a million-dollar painting. With her beloved career on the verge of collapse, Lena turns to a reluctant Rohan to help her recover the stolen artwork.

As Rohan and Lena draw closer to the truth—and each other—the stakes get higher, the bodies pile up, and the two loners unite to stop a vengeful cyberterrorist from destroying a future they have only just begun to imagine.

Fast paced and highly addictive! This octane filled third book in the Steele Ridge: The Blackwells series did not disappoint and kept me entertained throughout, but there was as whole lot to wrap your head around. While the multiple side stories did add mystery depth to the main storyline, they also detracted from a cohesiveness that would have drawn the arc together a bit more. None-the-less, I enjoyed Rohan and Lena very much and look forward to more to come in the series.

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that loves a suspenseful romance filled with a close knit cast of family and friends that always have each others backs as one brother after another falls for their one.

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* Release Blitz/Review * BAD BOY’S DOWNFALL by Gina Azzi

March 2, 2023 Leave a Comment

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* Release Blitz/Review * BAD BOY’S DOWNFALL by Gina Azzi

Bad Boy's Downfall by Gina Azzi
Series: Tennessee Thunderbolts #6
Published by Three Cities Publishing LLC on March 2, 2023
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Word on the ice: the only thing worse than knocking up your teammate’s sister is knocking up his daughter.

I have no business tangling up with Lola Daire. She’s a smart, idealistic, college senior planning to take on Silicon Valley. I’m an angry NHL player with a chip on my shoulder.

She smiles rainbows; I spit fire. She’s a daddy’s girl; I’m the last guy her father wants her to date.

A man with my past and demons will only corrupt a good woman. I know better than to give in to her playful flirting, but when Lola finds herself in a compromising situation, I break the rules to keep her safe.

We have nothing in common, save for the attraction we feel. We have no future, except for the moments that stretch between us. But our desire is insatiable. Our chemistry, off-the-charts.

One night turns into more and our casual understanding takes an unexpected turn.

I may be the cliché bad boy, but my downfall is the good girl with a baby on the way.

Forbidden romance never tasted so sweet! It’s always bittersweet to end a Gina Azzi series, but she’s taking the Tennessee Thunderbolts out in style by matching up the angry team loner with Brawler’s college-aged daughter and watching the fireworks ensue is quite the entertainment! Great characters, powerful backstories and just a whole lot of heart. I loved this series!

I recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a great group of hockey players who rally around each other as one after another succumbs to true love.

Release Date: March 2

Word on the ice: the only thing worse than knocking up your teammate’s sister is knocking up his daughter.

I have no business tangling up with Lola Daire. She’s a smart, idealistic, college senior planning to take on Silicon Valley. I’m an angry NHL player with a chip on my shoulder.

She smiles rainbows; I spit fire. She’s a daddy’s girl; I’m the last guy her father wants her to date.

A man with my past and demons will only corrupt a good woman. I know better than to give in to her playful flirting, but when Lola finds herself in a compromising situation, I break the rules to keep her safe.

We have nothing in common, save for the attraction we feel. We have no future, except for the moments that stretch between us. But our desire is insatiable. Our chemistry, off-the-charts.

One night turns into more and our casual understanding takes an unexpected turn.

I may be the cliché bad boy, but my downfall is the good girl with a baby on the way.

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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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