Strings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable heartwarming story. The main characters, Ash and Calla, are well written and I cheered for them thru out the book to find themselves and each other. The story is heartwarming and draws you into not just their lives, but those of their friends and family. I can’t wait to see how the other characters stories turn out as well.
Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the fifth book in the series but I read it as a standalone. Each book is about a different couple; this one about Mallory and Beckett. They are all small town clean romances. I loved the character development and how I felt as if I was apart of the story. I was drawn in with every page. Definitely recommend this book!
Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance by Erin Brockus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
After being dumped by her boyfriend at her favourite restaurant and not getting the promotion that she deserved Hopes sister Sara bought her a ticket in a chance to win her own resort for her birthday and a chance to start over.
Having won the raffle Hope sets off on an adventure and new start…. Learning lots of things about herself including how to let go of the past, along the way the extremely handsome and sexy dive instructor Alex catches her eye and it takes a near disaster for them to connect the dots of their attraction and let go.
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Catch A Cowboy by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Catch a Cowboy is perfect for those that love small town romances featuring an age gap. Ted and Stephanie’s story was great and you could feel the hesitation they felt about finding love with each other. My only regret is not reading Finder Keepers Cowboy (Book 1) first!
Make Me Want To Love You: Love in Emerald Creek by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Although this book is the second book in the Emerald creek series I read it as a stand alone novel. It is a very loveable and engaging contemporary romance novel about Shayna and Burke. Shayna is a single mum who is struggling a bit but has an amazing support network and Burke is her besties bestie who steps in the mind the kids and spoil her rotten. Awesome sex scenes and an overall feel good novel – I will be looking up book one and reading and I cannot wait to get my hands on book 3.
Drag Me Down by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is very interesting. It has a good mixture of romance, action, and humor. You are drawn in by the main characters, Drag and Bridget, and their tension but love for each other even though circumstances has caused them to drift apart. This book keeps you engaged to the very end and is worth every second you spend reading it.
Texas Winds by Dana Wayne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first read by this author and I absolutely loved the story. The author does an incredible job with the story line and allowing the reader to feel connected to the characters. With this read you will find a Second chance at love with instant chemistry between the characters who have been badly burned in relationships. If you are looking for a happily ever after, grab this book, you won’t be disappointed.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn is Book 1 in the Shattered Embrace series and the first (but not last) novel that Ihave read by this author.
Hidden Mischief is the story of Ashton and Zachary. Ashton is very successful in her working life but very shy in her private life with hidden submissive tendencies. Zachary owns Shattered Embrace which is a sex club,he interviews Ashton with the aim to train her and approve her club membership but is captivated by Ashton and claims her as “his exclusive submissive”. This book ends suddenly so I am looking forward to Book 2 to continue with their story…
Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love reading Via Mari’s billionaire stories. First there was The Prestian Series, then The Torzial Affair and now The Billionaire Bodyguards! While I have not read The Prestian Series (yet), I loved the Torzial Affair. The three series mix a little with the characters. You don’t have to read one to understand the others, but it sure helps, and Mari’s writing style makes you WANT to read every word she writes!
Wayward is about Sasha and Jay. Sasha is a little lost and well “wayward”. But with the help of Jay, she is able to figure out her own worth and eventually understands that she is not all on her own.
I love the inter-connecting of the story lines and characters. Not only do you get to “meet” new ones, but you get to reconnect with old ones.
Undercover is just as good as Wayward. The action, the hotness, even the secrets being kept. It seemed that everyone was undercover for one reason or another! I kept trying to guess who the good guys were and who the bad guys were.
Matt is a bodyguard. He is also working undercover trying to uncover some mafia secrets and save innocent people. He is good at what he does. It doesn’t hurt that he is delicious to look at.
Marenah is the twin sister of Sasha from book one, Wayward. (You really don’t have to read book one to read Undercover, but it sure doesn’t hurt.) Marenah’s family has many ties to the mafia, which includes secrets of their own. We know that her loyalty lies with her sister. We also know that Marenah is undercover, but who is she trying to help?! So many secrets!
Reading books by Mari makes good sense. These books are easy to read, adventurous, steamy and an easy way to escape reality.
Merry Christmas, Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another story by Elsa Winckler that gives you all the feels. The Millers welcome you into their family from book one and you feel like you belong there. A heartwarming story of Riley a single mother with a young son. A professional photographer who puts her child first. The Millers are a family that have faced tragedy, moved to a new location to start over. And over the course of the books man have they started new lives. In the 3rd book you just can’t help but fall in love with Riley as you get to know her better. The best part of all these books is that the characters are in each other’s book, so you really get to know them. Can’t wait to see what comes next.
Wild Lavender: The Aurelian Guard – Book One by Nicole Elizabeth Kelleher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book bought me to a different time period and I was here for it! It’s beautiful and I loved the story. The characters and the setting really made this more realistic for me. From where it was to all that happens, you’ll enjoy it.
Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Aspen wants to have fun and she’s new to town. Beach party catches her attention once invited. She ends up having a one night stand. But will it turn into more now that she is pregnant? Love this book and the series.
This Time Around by Jane Suen
Narrated by Devon Grace and Troy Duran
Five Stars
This book is one of my favorite listens of the year. I have read and listened to many of this authors books. It is always a treat. This story is short enough to listen in one setting and it kept me entertained while I was flying home.
The narrators Devon Grace and Troy Duran are new to me. I look forward to more from them. They really brought the characters to life.
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Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another great book in this hockey series. I have not been a fan of Wyatt in the other playmaker series books, but the author did a great job changing my mind with this story line.
You get to see Wyatt grow and change throughout the book as a love story evolves with Serena. Great read, it doesnt disappoint!
Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A fast reading romance ! Filled with twists and turns of trials and tribulations of love. Steamy scenes, finding yourself and strength of a woman I tore these books and devoured them whole. Definitely recommended read with hints of a Greek goddess retelling Athena and her handsome love Tru.
Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was great. A nine-tailed fox named Huli has lived through so much pain. He didn’t see himself as very important. Xiao is a healer and just had his world ripped out from him, when he comes home and finds his family murdered. He is always quiet unless he needs to be heard. He wants to revenge his family and doesn’t let anything or anyone get in his way of doing that, until he meets Huli. Once they finally tell each other how they feel, it is a great romance between the two.
Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I thought this was a great first book in the series and I am excited to continue on this journey! The characters were so thrilling, and I loved all the romance and steam!! I definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves the enemies to lovers trope.
The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The best parts of this book are that it touches upon controversial romance, it has so much quality writing compressed into a quick read, and the lovable characters, for sure. This author really has a knack for keeping the reader flipping the pages eager for answers to all of their unanswered questions. It was difficult to decide who to side with throughout the story, but I’m content with the outcomes, without giving too much away. Great read!
Master Catteneo by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This whole series is *chef’s kiss!!* I have been waiting for another book to come out and this one did not disappoint! The book begins where the last one left off, with Lucianna being kidnapped! Master Descallia will stop at nothing to get her back. This leads us to Master Catteneo, who sets out to visit a elderly psychic woman. He then meets Alessia, who is the elderly woman’s granddaughter who shares in her psychic abilities. Catteneo is just wanting to help find his friend’s mate, will he find his own mate as well? Join these two on their adventure to find Lucianna and reunite her with her love. Will Master Catteneo and Alessia let their own love grow or will the task of finding the missing mate get in the way?
Loved, loved, loved this book! I loved this entire series honestly. Sylvia Black is wonderful with her pen and writes the most amazing things!
WE Blend by Willa Drew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
El is really Melodie. She always has to disguise herself in order to do what she loves. This would be music. One time, she’s met on stage with Wil, and music makes history. They each have secrets and drama. This is such a great first book and cannot wait for the second one!!!
Key To His Heart by Kristina Beck
Phenomenal love story—the love everyone wishes that they had! I loved this book so much! Leaves the reader feeling all the feels & believing that soulmates really do exist! First book I’ve read from Kristina Beck, but absolutely won’t be my last. I can’t wait to find another one of her gems to dive into.
Divorced & pregnant, Katrina Klenkos moves to a quaint, small town in PA….hopeful to regroup & raise her baby, far away from her previous life. Kat feels that she has FINALLY found “home”, and is determined to give her precious baby a life very different than she had.
TJ, a former NFL star, returns to Golden Crest after hanging up his football cleats! TJ is enjoying retirement teaching & coaching at the high school he attended, however something is missing from his life. When TJ & Kat’s paths cross, there is an immediate attraction, and a feeling of knowing they can’t explain. While the fire continues to simmer among these two characters, there are some twists & turns that occur which could prevent them both with having the “happily ever after” they both so desperately desire.
Queen of Hearts by Natalina Reis
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I enjoyed the spin on the Queen of Hearts. I like her fierceness and cleverness. It was enjoyable to watch the different events unfold for the prey she chose. I am hesitant to give more detail because I do not want to spoil the delectable ways of the queen. I hope to read another by this author.
The True Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you’re looking for an angsty book that hits all the emotions this book is for you. It is a great one to curl up and get completely lost in! The characters were to die for, they brought so much to the book and I found myself just wanting more and more!
This series gives me such an emotional roller coaster ride, and I love them for it! Heart has finally woken from his coma, but with Crystal gone, he has become heartbroken. This resulted in him doing bad decisions and being given a 6 month suspension from Satan Devils to give him one last chance. He was going to give up and not take that chance, till he heard the words from Mark, and the rest you need to listen to! Lots of past history, drama, and karma, but so good to listen to!
The Cruiser by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This fast paced steamy romance really knocked it out of the park. The cover really captured my eye with the colors, and the synopsis sealed the deal. This is one of those novels that you pick up and you simply can’t put it down until you have devoured the whole book. The word building, the original plot, the travel, and the tremendous characters really pulled the story together and I just simply couldn’t put it down. So make sure you pick up this great romance today.
Bottom of the Chains by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Dare I say I enjoyed this book even more than the first? This is such a great series, and I can’t get enough of it. The characters, like Bullet, have such well-written personalities. It’s like you know them personally and feel for them through their rollercoaster of a ride. This is a quick read that sucks you in from the first page, which is just this author’s amazing writing style. This book is full of action, trauma, healing, passion, and is a perfect second installment to the Grimm Wolves MC series. I couldn’t be happier!
Doctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Not quite what I was expecting, but a good book nonetheless. The book was slow to draw me in, but I was still able to finish it in one day and enjoyed the writers style of writing. I definitely plan to read the other books of the series soon.
The characters of Desmond and Emily are both relatable, making it feel like you understand what they are going through as the book switches back and forth from their perspectives. The chemistry between them is apparent from the first time they meet in the hallway of the hospital they work at together, and by the end of the story you are rooting for them to have a happy ending.
Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I am absolutely loving this series! Once you start reading you won’t be able to put the book down. Here we are yet again with an amazing story as we catch up with the heads of the five families and their wives. This story we get to see Marco and Elena cash in on their childhood crush. This can be read as a stand alone, but you would be really missing out on the other great stories, so you need to read them too
Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you love a good mystery that keeps you turning the page, this one is it. A romance that bloomed out of an investigation and murder case kept it interesting. I loved the complexity of Lexi. Just when you think you have her pinned down personality-wise, she surprises you with something she says or does. Xavier Knight has been sent to investigate Lexi, and he isn’t ready for the situation. The author did a great job with building the relationship which comes across as very realistic. Just wow!
