Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
this is a collection of stories that have an everyday hero in each one. the normal person can be an everyday hero just by what they do to help someone. the collection shows many different ways to be a hero. it’s a good collection of short stories.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely loved reading this! It is like a box set but better because there are so many different stories by a multitude of authors! I was reading and could not put it down! I loved that each story someone was being saved by a different type of hero! I cannot wait to keep rereading this set of books, it was amazing!!
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a phenomenal collection of romance stories, and it really seems like there is something for everyone here! This is the second anthology I’ve seen that has the stories separated by “Heat Levels.” I think that’s kind of a neat way to let you know what you’re getting into and have the ability to choose what level you’re in the mood for. The first one that I fell in love with was “Unexpected Heroes” by Naomi Valkyrie. I was absolutely blown away by how rapidly I was pulled into this story and fully invested in Elijah, Griffin, and Jude. The flow of this story is flawless, and the characters are incredibly relatable. I always love this author’s work, so I was pleased to learn they were included.
There were two others that stood out to me in this anthology: “Into the Flames” by Dawn Luedecke and “Unbreak My Heart” by Jade Marshall. Into the Flames starts off with cute quips of Dalton making fun of Sadie’s cooking as it keeps setting off the fire alarm every night. It gets a bit steamier (Heat Level 3) but the author kept a strong storyline as well. If you love firefighters, do yourself a favor and pick this up. Unbreak My Heart is a level 4 on the spice meter, but it starts off sweeter than you’d think. The author masterfully bides their time before letting the steam fill up the pages. Don’t pass this collection of romance stories up, you may fall in love with more than one!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saved by the Everyday Hero
By: Anthology
This is a collection of stories from many best selling authors. It is filled with happily ever after stories that each features a normal everyday hero, not a super hero, but someone you or I might know. The best thing about this anthology is that I picked it up to read the story written by Naomi Valkyrie, who is an author that I truly enjoy, but I was able to find many new authors who writing styles were all types I seek out and who appeal to my preferences. I love Naomi Valkyrie’s story and I thought the characters in her story were so wonderful. Elijah and Jude were amazing characters and I truly enjoyed getting to know them. Jude was absolutely heartwarming as a neighbor. This story is the reason I picked up the anthology and it did not disappoint. But each and every story features wonderful characters and fantastic romance plots. I definitely recommend picking it up, you just might find some new authors to add to your must read list!
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
There are many stories out there full of heroes, form secret agents to superheroes. This collection centers around those heroes that you might meet in your everyday life. No less super and just as much heroes These authors have created worlds and characters full of life and emotions. The stories vary in heat and action. As with most anthologies there were stories that stuck out more for me than others but as a whole this is a good read. I enjoyed stories from authors that I am familiar with and found new ones to enjoy. Each story is special and unique in its own way. Love comes in many forms and shines no matter who the hero is.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a collection of steamy romance reads about guys who are everyday hero’s. It is a collection of 13 stories and all of them are unique and different. I loved them all but my 2 favourites are:
Unexpected Hero’s by Naomi Valkyrie
I always jump at any stories this author has because I know I will really enjoy them and this one was no exception. This is a MM Romance. It is a second chance small town romance with danger and Suspense inside. It is definately a page turner.
Elijah has moved with his son after problems in his past. Now he’s starting again and isn’t planning on a relationship or romance until he meets his neighbour Jude.
Jude is struggling with coming to terms with his past after losing his husband. So far he has his work and the bottle keeping him going but that all changes when he meets Elijah and his son. But things aren’t going to be plain sailing and when something from Elijah’s past returns threatening his and his sons safety, Jude is going to use all his skills and training to protect the new man in his life.
Broken Pieces by Amelia Hayden
This is a story that was very emotional to read. It was beautifully written and the author does an amazing job of showing the reader that not everyone comes back from war the same as they were when they went. This is a MM Romance and is a story about dealing with the aftermath of war, of finding your broken pieces and trying to put yourself back together again and also finding love along the way
Crossing the Lines By: Anne M. Scott
This for me was also a great read as I love anything crime related and this had it all. Danger, intrigue, chemistry and more. When a FBI agent and security expert are thrown together to go against a Russian mob, this story really gets fast paced and full of action.
All the stories are unique and different and all of them are great reads. Some will make you laugh, some will make you cry, some will keep you on the edge of your seat. You will be burning up with the passion and chemistry that are between these pages. If you love stories of hot men in uniform overcoming odds and finding love then this is definately for you.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is such a fabulous collection of stories with a wide variety of characters and experiences. My favourite was definitely “Unexpected Heroes” by Naomi Valkyrie which is a M/M Story that is so well written you just want more and more. Elijah and Jude are wonderful characters that weave their way into your heart right from the start. I will 100% be searching for more from this fabulous author. I am hoping there is more to be read not only about these characters but other side characters that we met because they have me intrigued as well. “Quin to the Rescue” by L.A. Remenicky also had me turning the pages quickly to find out what would happen next. Mirra and Quin are neighbours who click immediately but Quin soon learns he needs to tread carefully with Mirra and her heart. I really enjoyed this anthology and I know you will too!
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors
Saved by the Everyday Hero Anthology is a wonderfully written collection of limited edition Romances by some pretty amazing authors. Some are fairly new to me while others I’m familiar with. This is a collection of stories of knights in shining armor that comes in many different forms. What I loved most was how each story was about a different kind of hero,rather it be a blue collar or maybe it’s a neighbor or just a friend. Heroes are everywhere. My emotions were all over the place with each new story I read. Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie is one author I never hesitate to read and this MM Romance takes the cake .i loved Elijah and Jade. Elijah’s past seems to have followed him and his little son. Can Jade protect Elijah and little Griffin from harm? I highly recommend reading this wonderfully written anthology. Who knows you may find a new author or two. I look forward to exploring more books by these authors.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 stars
Excellent Anthology! One of the cool things about this book is, each set of stories is under a different “heat level” so level 1 would be more mild romance and level 4 is more spicy. There is something for everyone here, and each story is short but packed full of detail. The stories that really stood out for me were:
Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie
I loved this story so much! Elijah is such a great man and, great dad. He was dealt a crappy life thus far and everything seems to be looking up, especially meeting Jude. Watching Jude overcome his fear moving on and losing someone else he loves, and getting the courage to stop drinking was so beautiful, as well as watching him open his heart again to Elijah and Griffin. The added drama of how Jude learns of Elijah’s past and that past catching up to them made the story all that much more interesting.
Broken Pieces by Amelia Hayden
Derrick and Caleb are just perfect together. So much about this story was just perfect. Caleb’s dad and older brother are the absolute worst while it seems like his mom and other brother love Caleb and want the best for him. I love that this story touches on issues with veterans once they leave the service and the lack of care they receive. I’m so happy that Derrick and Caleb could reconnect after being away from each other for awhile.
Into The Flames by Dawn Luedecke
I especially liked this story because of the animals. Sadie is very brave for wanting to save animals in the midst of fires endangering her own life. But, I understand why Dalton gets angry with her, she is not only putting her own life in danger, but her teams lives. I enjoyed watching Dalton and Sadie come together and pick up where they left off a year prior, and watching Sadie figure out what to do with her life and this new animal refuge she is working on with Mrs. Millner.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely loved reading this romance compilation; it was filled with happily-ever-after stories that enchanted me with every story. I loved getting to read so many different authors in one place. I have found some new authors that I will be seeking other works of because they were so amazing at their skill in bringing the characters to life. There was at least one story that had someone you could relate to, I found there were so many that I could relate to in my life. Reading stories that make you feel warm and fuzzy was wonderful. If you love a good short romance story with a complete plot, and all the character development then this is the book for you! I hope to be able to find more books like this in the future, where amazing authors come together to compile their work into one place for us romantics.
@Brandy Rymer
08/2023
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
Saved By the Everyday Hero is a superb collection of short stories from thirteen talented authors. The stories are all unique to the individual author, but all revolve around the same theme- ‘Everyday Heroes’ who swoop in and save the day. From police officers, to firemen, security personnel, the hunky next-door-neighbor, or a member of the armed forces- there are plenty of wonderful characters who turn out to be heroes of their stories. They were all quite diverse and wonderfully developed individuals who you will find so easy to connect with and can easily invest in each of their stories. The stories are categorized into ‘heat levels’- from sweet to spicy hot- there’s something here to suit every taste.
So, get comfortable and settle in for some wonderful reading set to captivate you through every page. I really enjoyed the few hours exploring this wonderful anthology, and I am sure that you will love this collection just as much as I have!
The Collection Contains:
Unexpected Heroes By: Naomi Valkyrie
This is one of my favourites of the collection. A wonderful MM romance woven around two damaged souls who are drawn together by fate. Elijah (a single dad new to town) and Jude (a security operative with a broken heart) both stole my heart, right along with baby Griffin. This was such a sweet story but packed with emotion, danger, and intrigue. The slightly paranormal twist elevated this story to a whole other level for me, and was quite cleverly done. Ms. Valkyrie imbued her story with so much emotion, it may only be a short story, but packs the punch of a much longer novel. She made me cry, more than once- the story really touched me- I was so invested in the outcome, on the edge of my seat in parts as I followed along to ensure everything worked out in end.
Quin to the Rescue By: L.A. Remenicky
This is a sweet story. Mirra and Quinton (a local police officer) are neighbours with furry companions that keep them on their toes. Add in a few secrets, a past connection, a senior prom ‘incident’, a meth lab, investigation, danger, and an unforgettable kiss- and this story really takes off.
Just Another Hallmark Fool By: Eliza Matthews
A cute read. What happens when your hunky one-night-stand who you thought you’d never see again turns out to be your aunt’s next-door neighbour? Well, things get interesting- that’s for sure. Let the fun ensue.
Saved By the Guard By: Mandy Melanson
This is a great second chances romance with secrets, chemistry, high school sweethearts, love, loss, heartache, drama, angst, and more. Liam runs into Kelsy at a wedding after many years apart- but there is a rather large secret she has been holding. What happens when all is revealed? Will they get a second chance at love? Well worth the read to find out.
Crossing the Lines By: Anne M. Scott
What happens when you throw a security expert together with a FBI agent and mix in the Russian Mob, danger, chemistry, intrigue, a little mystery, and action? We get a very engrossing read. I would love to read a longer version of this story, as it was a great short story, but would make a superb ‘full-length’ romantic suspense.
Heroes & Hurricanes By: T.K. Eldridge
I was hooked by this story right from beginning. It had all the ingredients to keep me glued to the pages the whole way through. An editor who owns a book publishing company is targeted by a dangerous stalker. When strange and scary things start to happen the local police officer becomes involved. A romantic suspense story full of danger, investigation, dramatic developments, intensity, and is also a story about finding love unexpectedly. What happens made for a gripping, tension-filled read. Another favourite of the collection.
Into the Flames By: Dawn Leudecke
“I didn’t know you were the photojournalist working with us this year. I knew we were getting one on the crew this week, but I didn’t even know you’d come back this summer.” “Oh, I’m here for more than the summer. My boss transferred me to Cold Springs.” She snorted. “You guys seem to have more forest fires than anywhere else in the state.”
Sadie is a photojournalist who has returned to town after being placed on assignment with the local fire crew. Dalton is a local firefighter, her next-door neighbour, and her one-night-stand from her visit to town the previous year. Their chemistry still simmers even after a year, but thrown in a little drama and tension and things are about to get interesting. This second chances romance was such a great read- plenty of chemistry, banter, fun, emotion, and more.
Broken Pieces By: Amelia Hayden
This is a wonderful MM romance. Caleb is a wounded warrior, injured in an explosion, who now suffers from PTSD and amnesia. He spent a long time in hospital recovering- then sent home. He is plagued by terrifying dreams that wear on his mind. When a tall, dark stranger turns up on his doorstep his world is turned upside down. The man claims to know him, but why can’t Caleb remember him. Will spending time together bring Caleb’s memories back? What happens when secrets are revealed? Throw in meddling family, racism, drama, and emotion and this makes for a great read. A story about the healing power of love.
The Fire In His Heart By: W.A. Marlow
Nate is a firefighter who is forced to take a week off work due to stress. He meets Sarah at a bar and have a one-night-stand that he can’t forget. If only he could find Sarah again. When they finally do reconnect there are a few unexpected developments that come into play. When Sarah has an accident, Nate is soon on hand to rescue her, and fate takes over.
I enjoyed this story but felt that it really needed more ‘time/space’ to fully develop properly. All the ingredients are there, but it seemed quite rushed which made the flow feel choppy. The transitions and dialogue also felt quite abrupt, as I think the author was trying to condense a ‘bigger’ story into a smaller space.
Power Trip By: April Lynn Baker
“I was cheated on by my high school girlfriend and since then I haven’t trusted any woman, especially with my heart,” I say, as she stands up from the couch, striding towards me. “I haven’t had a real relationship because guys don’t want to tango with my father. I’m scared of my feelings for you,” she says. I grab her hand in mine.
Will a police officer and the daughter of the local mob boss ever have the chance of finding happiness together, or will outside forces tear them apart before they get the chance to find out? With tension, drama, danger, violence, abduction, and time running out- things take a tense turn. The story felt quite rushed at times and ends on a major cliffhanger, with the story set to continue in the next instalment due to release in 2024. Comes with trigger warnings.
Unbreak My Heart By: Jade Marshall
“I know, right? I’m not supposed to be nice to you. I mean with Sasha being my sister and all. But you didn’t do anything wrong, even if she wants everyone to think that. And I’ve known you for years.” I’m rambling again. Why won’t the earth just crack open and swallow me, for crying out loud? He tilts his head to the side, studying me…. “Thanks for that, Echo. It’s good to know not everyone thinks I’m the bad guy.”
Colton is back in town after 5 years away. He’s the new fire chief. Echo is a talented baker who has just opened a new flourishing bakery- she also happens to be Colton’s ex-wife’s sister….. awkward. The sparks fly, in more than one way. And when the bakery is set alight, it’s Colton who rushes in and saves Echo from the burning building. What happens next makes for an engrossing romantic suspense. With chemistry, sizzle, insta-love, jealousy, drama, angst, and some tension- made this story quite memorable.
Eve’s Christmas Kiss By: Sharon Wray
He didn’t care about the snowstorm. He didn’t care that he’d have to sleep in a separate bedroom in her parents’ house on Christmas Eve. He didn’t care if she was uncomfortable with his questions. His time away from Kingsmill had taught him three things. First, he was an ass. Second, he’d totally mishandled the situation two years ago… Third, he was even more in love with his wife than he’d been on the day he married her. The other thing he knew for certain was if he couldn’t convince his wife that she loved him back—within the next twenty-four hours—there was a strong possibility he could lose her forever.
A sweet and spicy second chances romance with the magic of Christmas ensuring these two characters get their HEA Christmas miracle. But not if the ‘bad guy’ gets his way. What happens when Eve and Kane are stuck in a remote cabin in the middle of a snowstorm, with thugs on their trail? You really should read all the intriguing details for yourself. It’s definitely one of my favourites of the collection.
Fallen Honor By: Pandora Snow
Dagger’s my type: protective, courageous, and military. I can’t even look our new employee in the eye…
“Let go, baby. Fall into me and trust I’ll catch you.”
Dagger might be the ‘new hire’ but he’s already falling for the boss’s daughter. Cassidy helps run her father’s construction company and has an instant connection with the big, hunky, ex-marine. When her father has a medical emergency, Dagger is there to save the day. He steps up and helps her run her father’s company while her father is recovering from heart surgery. But there are some financial discrepancies with the company that leads Dagger and Cassidy on an investigation to try and uncover the possible ‘thief’. Add in a possessive ex, drama, corruption, secrets, lies, betrayal, danger, angst and more- and we get quite an engrossing read. I would definitely love to read a longer, more ‘fleshed-out’ version of this story, as I wanted to know so much more- because it had me hooked.
As you can see, there is quite a lot here to keep you entertained for hours- with intriguing storylines, interesting characters, very suspenseful moment, surprising developments; some funny light-hearted and touching moments; as well as some hot, steamy, and spicy times. So grab yourself a copy and dive in asap, you’ll be glad you did.
Happy Reading…
Thank you to all the contributing authors!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a collection of first in series romance books by various authors. Each author included in this anthology is talented and has created their own unique story for our enjoyment. Most, if not all the characters contained within, are well constructed and lovable; each with their own issues and challenges to face for love.
I’ve chosen a small number of books to review to provide a snippet of what to expect:
Unexpected Heros:
I first discovered books by the same author through another anthology so was happy to see their name on the list again. Unexpected Heros is well-written and contains some of my favourite characters Jude and Elijah. The pair both struggle with their pasts but slowly come together processing from friendship into something more. I think it was sweet for Elija’s son to be a key factor in this and seeing Jude be protective of not just Elijah, but also his son.
I couldn’t help but get emotionally invested and will once again look for more from the author.
Quin to the Rescue:
This is another sweet romance. Short and sweet, this was the perfect one to take with me to work. The writing flowed well, and I couldn’t help but fall in love with Quin and Mira There are certainly issues that the characters need to work through, but following alongside is a great journey and would happily seek out more from this author in future.
Just Another Hallmark Fool:
I admit I do enjoy a good cheesy Hallmark film, so was prepared to get defensive from the title, but there was no need, the title iss brilliant. This was a fun read following newly single Kate and Sawyer. I loved Kate as a character she reminds me of a friend of mine in some ways and that has endeared her to me. I also loved strong but soft Sawyer and his whole thing he has going on. The characters are well-written, and the plot has a bit of everything, romance, suspense etc. Just the type of story for me.
What I love best about an anthology like this it gives people the chance to dip their toes into new genres/type before fully committing. Even for people like me who already know what they like, it’s good to discover new authors and potential sub-genres.
This was a fun and enjoyable collection overall and will be keeping an eye out for more.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable and entertaining collection of romance stories each one written by a different author. This anthology contains a selection of stories by thirteen different authors, and each one is the first book of a series. Meaning it’s a great way of checking out different authors writing styles and getting started with some engaging new series. Each story is about how the everyday hero can sweep you off your feet and provide a happy ever after, just as much as any knight in shining armour can! Most of the stories were written by authors I was not familiar with, so I’m pleased to have discovered some new favourites. However, I was excited to find that Naomi Valkyrie had written one of the romances as I always enjoy her books. ‘Unexpected Heroes’ is a M/M Romance which introduces us to Elijah and Jude, who meet when Elijah and his baby son move in next door to Jude. Jude helps out with the crying baby one night and a friendship develops between the men, and despite both of them having troubled pasts they can’t deny their chemistry or their instant connection. The chemistry sizzled off the page between the likeable Jude and Elijah and I liked how their relationship developed throughout the story. I thoroughly enjoyed every story in this romance collection, and I liked that there are a variety of storylines, so definitely something for every reader.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saved by the Everyday Hero is a collection of short stories by thirteen different authors. The theme of each story is about everyday people making a difference in small ways that help others learn to love again. One of my favorite stories in this collection was by one of my favorite authors, Naomi Valkyrie. Her story entitled Unexpected Heroes is a M/M Romance that centers around the characters of Elijah and Jude. Elijah moves in next door to Jude with his infant son. When Jude sees Elijah struggling late one night to soothe his baby and get him to sleep, he offers to help. From there a friendship grows as Jude helps Elijah unpack, runs errands for him, and helps with the baby. Both men have troubled pasts that each has been struggling to overcome in their own ways. Through their friendship they learn to trust, to love again, and they work together to overcome challenges that come their way. The friendship between them grows and blossoms into more over time and the two find their soulmate in one another. I have not yet read all the stories in this collection but the ones I did read were heartfelt, uplifting, hopeful, and inspiring. This is a collection that I will be going back to read over and over again. I highly recommend this book!
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a fantastic collection of romance stories and I enjoyed each and every one of them for entirely different reasons. I chose to read this book for Naomi Valkyrie. She is author that I have become a huge fan of over the last couple of years so when I saw her name on this collection, I had to get it. But each book in the collection is fantastic in its own right. I read a new story every couple of days and I loved the fact that they were all so different and stood out from each other.
I have grown to love anthologies as they offer an insight into so many authors. I have discovered so many new books to read through anthologies and this one is no exception. My TBR list has grown exponentially and I cannot wait to start discovering them.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an unexpectedly entertaining anthology full of surprises. I chose the first 3 stories to read. Three totally different stories that were wonderful, different and all had the theme of saving someone. Wonderfully written characters and nicely-done short stories. My review of each story follows. You should check out this anthology. I love it and will be reading more of it.
Unexpected Heroes:
I loved this story. Jude and Elijah are both dealing with relationship issues and happen to meet because they are neighbors. Thanks to Elijah’s sweet baby boy, they become friends and more. Life brings them challenges and obstacles, which they solve together. They end up saving each other in the end. It’s a beautiful story of love and friendship. It all blends so well together. I love how well the author brought it together so that it just flowed so smooth.
Quin to the Rescue:
Oh my goodness, Mirra ends up next door to her high school crush, Quin. Now he is an LEO in the town she lives in. The sparks begin when his dog runs her cat up the tree. I loved this story. So adorable, she fell for him at the prom in high school, literally. Now she’s a grocery store manager and finds a meth lab in a store room. I can’t say anymore. You must read this story. I found the whole story full of drama and romance to be fun and unpredictable. I didn’t see the twist coming. A story that one will definitely enjoy along with the others in this wonderful book.
Just Another Hallmark Fool:
The title so fits this story. Kate is out with her friends after dumping her cheating ex-boyfriend. After a mishap in the ar, she meets Sawyer, the security for the band. He’s big, real big, but a softy inside. You’ll have to read about his squirrel story. A one-nighter is ahead. They happen to meet again in his home-town and just to avoid some nosy relatives, the two go out again. The chemistry is enough to spark a fire. Cue some danger, romance and suspense, and you have a winning little short story. I loved this one. Sweet, funny, flirty and a hot hero. A must read.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors is a great series of stories that you can’t help fall in love with.
In this collection, there are many imaginative authors. Some of them are my favorites and some are new to me. Because of their excellent writing, you want to read more. They are tales of common people who change people’s lives as knights in shining armor.A M/M romance is featured in Naomi Valkyrie’s Unexpected Heroes. Elijah, a recent arrival in the area, is the sole parent of a little son. His bad past seems to have followed him, so Jude, his grumpy next-door neighbor, must find a way to shield Griffin and Elijah from harm.
Every page had you hanging on every sentence and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a very unique story with even compelling people. The story really transports you into this world. I couldn’t put the book down.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sizzling, Hot, Scorching
This collection of spicy stories about hero saviours has some hidden gems.
The first book in the collection is Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie.
This story is MM romance and is a quick burn, with sizzling chemistry between Elijah and Jude. The characters are well developed and it was easy to be vested in their HEA.
Another great story was Into the Flames by Dawn Luedecke. This romcom was brilliantly written and was hilarious. With witty banter, love lost and trust issues, it is an endearing tale that leads to a HEA.
The third story that really appealed to me was Quin to the Rescue by L.A. Reminicky. This is well written and draws the reader into the world of Quin and Mirra – oh and Rufus. Told in dual POV, this engaging hero romance has issues from the past, multiple rescues, animals and of course a HEA.
A worthy collection of over 40 stories. Recommend.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This Anthology is FULL of stories where someone is rescuing someone else. The first book in this Anthology is Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie and it is a M/M romance. Elijah is new to town and is a single dad to an infant son. A troubled past seems to have followed him and leave it to his moody neighbor Jude to find a way to protect Elijah and even Griffin. A quick almost insta-love story that has you rooting for Elijah and Jude from the first meet.
The second book I want to tell you about from this Anthology is Quin to The Rescue by L.A. Remenicky. Mirra and Quin went to high school together but Mirra has been gone for many years, but now that she is back, can she let go of the demons that torture her memories of the past. Quinn was the star basketball player in high school but after a knee injury ended his basketball playing, now he is a police officer and he comes to Mirras rescue more than once in this story.
This Anthology contains many more stories from various authors and all of them are great.
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great collection of stories of knights in shining armor which can come in many different types. There are many creative author’s in this set. Some are new to me and some are my favorites. They are well written and keep you wanting more. They are stories about everyday knights and shining armors that make an impact in lives. One of my favorite stories is by Naomi Valkyrie, Unexpected Heroes. Elijah and Jude are great characters that are strong, supportive, connectable characters. It is a story that is full of emotions and will take you on a rollercoaster for sure. This is a collection you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this anthology
Review by @bjwagner
Saved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saved by the Everyday Hero is another exciting collection of everyday heroes’ stories in the Limited Edition Romance Collections by 13 talented authors. And expect the heat to trun up as you get through each Heat Level.
I didn’t write reviews for all the authors I just randomly chose some giving you just a little taste of a few of the stories that you will find in this anthology.
The authors include:
Mandy Melanson
Eliza Matthews
Anne M. Scott
April Lynn Baker
W. A. Marlow
Sharon Wray
Pandora Snow
plus:
Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie – I really enjoy reading Naomi’s work and was delighted to see she had a story in this anthology. This is a MM second chance small town romance where love is found in the most unlikely of places but when one mans past rears its ugly head, love will have to take a backseat for the safety of him and his son.
Starting over is the right thing but why does it feel so lonely. Once broken by lost love now a sexy new single dad mends his heart, and he will do everything he can to save the man he now loves and his son. This suspense story is a definite page turner. I can’t wait to read more.
Quin to the Rescue by L.A. Remenicky – This is a cute, sweet tale with furry friends. A rescue by her sexy next-door neighbour a man in uniform. Who said it was only firemen who came to the rescue of a sassy female with claws? It looks like cops will help out as well. This light-hearted quick read left me wanting more.
Heroes & Hurricanes by TK Eldridge – Is an exciting romantic thriller. The surprises kept me on my toes. It had just the right amount of tension and suspense as a storm rolls into town. That is not all that rolls into town, but a storm is the perfect cover when you are after someone. Will he be able to get to her before it is too late? Hang on to your seats when reading this one.
Into the Flames by Dawn Luedecke – This wonderful fun small town high school nemesis romance tale had me laughing out loud at times. Broken hearts, lost love, burned trust and one fundraiser is what you will find in this sweet tale. Fake it till you make it! A happy ever after that will leave you wanting more.
Broken Pieces by Amelia Hayden – This heartfelt tale is a bit of an emotional read. It is a MM romance tale that will pull on the ol’ heartstrings. Not everyone returns home from war the same and he was one of those people. He suddenly finds his whole world shattered into pieces. Will he be able to find himself again? Well, you will just have to read it to find out.
Unbreak My Heart by Jade Marshall – This sexy story is a sister’s ex-husband. Already burnt is he willing to risk his heart again? It’s not his job that is going to set him on fire it is the most beautiful woman he can’t keep off his mind that sets the sheets on fire. Oh boy do they catch on fire.
Each story is the first book in brand new series. This collection of romance stories by these talented authors are hot and oh so sexy. Each and every story is original and just as intriguing and enjoyable as the next. Each author captivates you with their version of longing and want for that one person that makes you whole. Some are sweet, some are full of tension, some are full of angst and suspense and others so much more.
Strong and sassy women and strong sexy alpha sexy men all heroes who know how to heat up the sheets. Everyday Heroes that will walk into danger to help those who are in need without a second thought. The characters are easily lovable with their flaws, their quirks and all their insecurities that you cannot help but fall in love with them.
I now have a smorgasbord of authors and new series to explore.
Reviewed by @jennadb
.•°*°•. BOOK SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE .•°*°•.
ANTHOLOGY: Some of us may dream of knights in shining armor, but in this limited edition romance collection our characters learn that the blue collar, everyday heroes are the ones who will rescue their wounded hearts and sweep them off their feet.
From the heat that’s felt being near a fireman, to the thrill of being with a police officer who knows their way around some handcuffs, this collection will have readers seeing that the real happily ever after might come from the hero next door.
UNEXPECTED HEROES:
ELIJAH
After narrowly avoiding a prison sentence, I snatch up the chance to start over. But my ex certainly didn’t make things easy. I’ve lost everything–my job, my reputation, my friends, everything except what matters most, my infant son, Griffin. He’s the reason I live and breathe, but I don’t know if I can do this alone.
Then an angel appears in the form of my new neighbor, Jude. He’s handsome and good with my son, but my heart is hesitant to love again. Especially with Jude’s personal demons interfering, leading him to betray my trust.
Despite our falling out, when my past shows up, putting Griffin in danger, Jude’s the one riding to the rescue. He’s a good man, but am I ready to risk my heart to build a future with him?
JUDE
He’s gone, and he took my heart and soul with him. Life is now an endless round of working security jobs and losing myself in the bottom of a bottle… until the night I meet my new neighbor Elijah and his baby boy. Suddenly, the future I always wanted is possible again, and I cling to it with all I’ve got. But my clinging leads me to make a decision that could tank everything before it gets started.
Even though Elijah has pushed me away, when he and Griffin are in danger, I can’t stand by and do nothing. Elijah and I may not end up together, but he and his son have become my reason to live. As long as they are safe, nothing else matters. I’d rather they be alive to love from afar, than be dead and return to the darkness I was in before we met, because this time I might not make it out.
Naomi Valkyrie, often called a Firebrand Provocateur, brings her unique Autistic perspectives and curiosities to life by weaving tales of deep connection, mystery, and romance. She is inspired by being able to spontaneously create a thought that takes on a life of its own, opening up new adventures for her readers.
The Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy realms are particular areas of interest for Naomi as they allow for the vast exploration of magic, adventure, and the impossible while creating diverse characters that her readers connect with on an emotional level.
When she isn’t attending to familial connections, Naomi loves a dark, comfy reading space surrounded by the symbolism of her spiritual archetypes and her daemon/familiars, while she sips her tea and immerses herself in imagination.
.•°*°•. PREORDER .•°*°•.ANTHOLOGY: Some of us may dream of knights in shining armor, but in this limited edition romance collection our characters learn that the blue collar, everyday heroes are the ones who will rescue their wounded hearts and sweep them off their feet.
From the heat that’s felt being near a fireman, to the thrill of being with a police officer who knows their way around some handcuffs, this collection will have readers seeing that the real happily ever after might come from the hero next door.
UNEXPECTED HEROES:
ELIJAH
After narrowly avoiding a prison sentence, I snatch up the chance to start over. But my ex certainly didn’t make things easy. I’ve lost everything–my job, my reputation, my friends, everything except what matters most, my infant son, Griffin. He’s the reason I live and breathe, but I don’t know if I can do this alone.
Then an angel appears in the form of my new neighbor, Jude. He’s handsome and good with my son, but my heart is hesitant to love again. Especially with Jude’s personal demons interfering, leading him to betray my trust.
Despite our falling out, when my past shows up, putting Griffin in danger, Jude’s the one riding to the rescue. He’s a good man, but am I ready to risk my heart to build a future with him?
JUDE
He’s gone, and he took my heart and soul with him. Life is now an endless round of working security jobs and losing myself in the bottom of a bottle… until the night I meet my new neighbor Elijah and his baby boy. Suddenly, the future I always wanted is possible again, and I cling to it with all I’ve got. But my clinging leads me to make a decision that could tank everything before it gets started.
Even though Elijah has pushed me away, when he and Griffin are in danger, I can’t stand by and do nothing. Elijah and I may not end up together, but he and his son have become my reason to live. As long as they are safe, nothing else matters. I’d rather they be alive to love from afar, than be dead and return to the darkness I was in before we met, because this time I might not make it out.
Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reading the Aliens on Earth Collection man there were some really amazing,quick reads in here. Okie I’m not gonna lie, all of them were great reads. I don’t even think I could pick a favorite one, but if I had to pick it’d be Sasha’s Bounties by DEYSI O’DONAL. In this collection the stories were ranked by their heat(the amount of spiciness 🥵) which was super awesome just in case you were in the mood for something more you could go to that section to find a story to read. All in all it took me a couple of days to get through the whole collection. You don’t have to. You can pick and choose whichever one you want but I highly recommend reading them all lmao 😂 🥰🥰. There are alot of different adventures to embark on throughout this collection. Some of the stories do continue separately and I’ll will definitely be going to the Authors pages to find and read them 😂😊
Ps some stories may contain triggers for some people
Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love anthologies! They are a nice way to get a snippit of how an author writes. This is no different. And this has all different variations of romance! With a nice healthy heaping of aliens. If you want to try this genre out this would be a wonderful way to do it!
Review by @michellerenee6590
Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you love science fiction and romance, then this anthology of the two genres merged together will be right up your alley.
Earth is the birthplace of humanity and even though we may not look after it in the best way, at least it is our home, but what would happen if aliens came down to Earth as well and are these the friendly or unfriendly aliens?
Aliens come visiting from every corner of the galaxy and beyond, some are just visiting, some have made deals that work in everyone’s favour, some have been exiled and for some it is the other way around.
Wherever they have come from and why doesn’t matter, but there is one thing they all have in common and that is romance. When fate comes calling and mates are found, what adventures will they find and where will they lead? This is a collection full of action and adventure, all while the spice heats up in this entertaining and immersive collection.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great collection of stories. They are short romances by various authors which is a great way for you to read new authors. All the stories are romances with various degrees of steamyness. All of them are uniquely different and as the title suggest they all revolve around a alien encounter.
I enjoyed pretty much all of the stories in this book. They are all fast paced and engaging reads.
My favourite has to be The Alien and The Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie.
Naomi is definately a favourite author of mine and I have read lots of her work. What I particularly loved about this story is the fact that I wasn’t sure how it was going to turn out. There was danger from the crime bosses fighting for control, and also the danger that Leilphun is when his warrior takes over. For a time i was concerned that Kasper was just going to use Leilphun for his abilities. I don’t want to give too much away but it is a story that gripped me from the beginning and didn’t let go.
Overall there wasn’t a single story in this book that I didn’t enjoy and reading each authors unique take on romance and Alien beings kept them all interesting. No two stories were the same. I loved not knowing what i was going to be getting next.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61080920-aliens-on-earth” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Aliens on Earth” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1652383792l/61080920._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61080920-aliens-on-earth”>Aliens on Earth</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14229341.Mandy_Melanson”>Mandy Melanson</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5605018335″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
If you enjoy SciFi with your romance, then this is an anthology to keep you enthralled for hours or days to be exact.<br />36 stories by a collection of very talented authors which you can pick and choose or read them all, <br />I must admit my favorites were Naomi Valkyrie and her short story The Alien and the Crime Boss about Kasper the crime boss and his run in with Leilphum an intriguing alien with two forms. And Dark Thief by Melissa Riddle where we find a dystopian earth where Fala meets and is held captive by Beren the Alien.<br />There are many other stories and authors I could mention but then I would be here a lot longer.<br />
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Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this. It’s got 36 short stories in it and each one was enthralling and kept my pages turning. My favorite one was Alice’s Illusions as it kept me guessing about what was actually happening right till the end and i love that in a book. Alice is a great character because she’s just a normal girl who is trying to navigate life without being in the spotlight too much. She meets this seemingly normal boy and falls in love but not all is as it seems. I loved it!
All of the stories in this collection are enjoyable to read and I would definitely recommend this one!
Aliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This Anthology is a truly fantastic collection of sci-fi romance stories created by incredibly talented authors. With so many stories in one place this book offers hours and hours of enjoyment so once you start don’t plan to stop any time soon! LOL There are so many stories to choose from and such a wide variety you will not be disappointed with whichever story you choose. You might well be like me and read them all! I couldn’t help myself. I was drawn to this anthology by the fact that author Naomi Valkyrie had a story in it called The Alien and The Crime Boss. I always enjoy her work and this one definitely did not disappoint! I loved absolutely everything about Leilphun and Kasper and of course their story. It was original and had me hooked from start to finish.