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Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines – Review by Julie Johnson

Taylor's LawTaylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ella is struggling to deal with the loss of her sister Chrissy after an intense two year battle with cancer when she receives a summons from Taylor’s Law office to come in for an inquiry. Ella feels blindsided that she is having her ability to care for her niece put into question. Once letters surface there written by her sister, things get a little uglier for the time being.

Jake Taylor is doing all he can to put his law office back on the maps with the right reputation after his last partner pretty much ruined everything for him. Then his aunt and uncle ask for his help in a family matter, when he doesn’t even practice family law. At what lengths can he help his family?

This book was set in Sydney, Australia and was a fun little romantic read. There were a few times when I felt the writing was a little bit choppy but overall this is an enjoyable story. I would hope that no one I know would ever have to endure what Ella has had to endure in keeping her family together!!

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1) by Jessica Berg – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1)Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The moment I saw Pemberley in the title I knew I had to read this book! I am always a bit nervous about adaptations, but this one knocks it out of the park! The story is about the descendants of the original characters and our main character Eliza, was named after our gal Elizabeth. Her father had moved to America years ago and now she is returning back to England for a family reunion filled with descendants from the rest of the sisters! I loved how she also brought in other familiar names from other Jane Austen stories, it just made the whole book feel like a fun and cozy friend! The characters are fun and he book is filled with all sorts of mysteries and danger for the heroine for uncover, all while trying to get along with her family, learn the British phrases, attempt to not annoy the local detective too much, and get to know the very hot guy she met on the plane, who also happens to be a guest at the mansion. Eliza has her hands full, but just like her namesake, she will be able to navigate it all with a great sense of humor! I am so excited to read the next books in the series and see what happens next!

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Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance Book 5) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Let It Be Love: A Mustang Prairie RomanceLet It Be Love: A Mustang Prairie Romance by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just fell in love with the cover and even more to with what’s between the covers ! ❣️📕

I wish I had read the other books in the series , it’s not that I felt lost or anything but the people of Mustang Prairie is the kind of place you go to each time and feel like you’re home ❣️

So the mayor of Mustang Prairie, Eric , is dating music starlet Kiki and a normal relationship is difficult enough but add in crazy thing like paparazzi, fans , crazed manager and who knows what else and I think one might be ready to head for the hills but love will always prevail ❣️

  1. A fun read and I’ll be sure to read the others and more from ND Jackson ❣️📕

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Shai Flores

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I first started reading it, I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about some of the unrealistic elements of the story, but I ended up loving it! A romance with a twist was enjoyable, but what I liked the most was actually the characters. The characters felt alive and I became invested. I felt like I knew them like I know my own friends, and I would love it if there were other books about some of the extended family members or even the future of TJ, Kat, and Toby. I will definitely be looking into some of her other books as this was the first one that I have read by this author.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Katie and Chase were high school sweet hearts. They planned to go off to college together, but when they each get accepted into different colleges plans changed. Katie breaks it off as Chase is proposing and leaves town. Now ten years have gone by and they haven’t spoken a word to each other. Katie has come home for a friend’s wedding and the bride-to-be has put her foot down about couples only. The bride sets her up to be another single’s plus one and it just so happens to be Chase! Talk about freak out! Now his plus one, to his cousin’s wedding, she’ll have to finally face him and all the past drama they never resolved. They have both moved on and built their lives. Katie rising up the cooperate ladder and Chase fathering an orphaned nephew. But now there worlds are colliding weather they like it or not! Will they be able to put the past behind them? Can they reconcile after ten years of hurt and moving on? This book read surprisingly fast. I sunk into it and finished it in a few hours. If you like small towns, romance, and a bit of drama this is a great book for all the above.

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Caged Fire (The Vigilant Book 1) by LM Preston – Review by Carrie Reed

Caged Fire (Vigilant, #1)Caged Fire by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

Wow! What a ride! This story is so much fun. I wasn’t sure where life was going to take EmVee after the first book. I had a feeling her and Kayson would find each other again, I can understand why she is so hesitant to get to close to him after their past and Silas, but by the end of this book I was happy with how far they have come together. I can’t stand Megan, she is cunning and evil the way she treats people to get what she wants. I can’t wait to see where the next book leads, and to read more about EmVee and Kayson, see if anything happens to Megan and find out what happened to EmVee’s family.

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Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Carrie Reed

Sword of Darkness (Vigilant, #3.5)Sword of Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

I am loving this series! I was happy that this book was all about Reece. He irritated me so much chasing after Zamina, and I still am not fully convinced that she was in love with him like she claims, but I understand, he was is in love and can’t help it. I am glad he has a friend in Hook to help him out with his situation, and that he could go to his father’s friend Jeb for help when it all went down with Zamina. I am sad for him and how lost and disgusted he is with hisself for hurting his twin sister. I have read these books out of order, this book could be read as a standalone but it is best to read them in order to get back story on many of the characters that come up. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Lacy Mercado

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen

Katie was asked to go to her friend’s wedding. Laurie said that Katie had to have a date to the wedding but Katie didn’t have a date so Laurie picked a date for Katie . The date that Laurie picked was Katie’s ex boyfriend. Katie went to the wedding and danced with her ex boyfriend. Katie’s mom got hurt and had hip surgery so she asked her boss if she could take some time off to take care of her mom. Her boss said no so Katie quit her job. She met up with her ex-boyfriend and they started dating again. I’m gonna leave the ending up to you to read the book to find out what happens in the end.

 

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed This Time Around. It is a quick, cute story about second chances at love. Katie has gone home for, what she thought, was a quick get away for a friend’s wedding. However, plans quickly changed within those 2 days and led her in a different direction. I liked that the story was mostly told about Katie but with little blurbs to show Chase’s side of things. The ending tho, come on! The author had quite a few loose ends, then threw a wrench in things, starting a new story like then bam. The end. Thank goodness for the epilogue…for a little closure to us readers.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author is one that never fails to impress. I never hesitate to start reading a book she has written because they are all so good, and this is just another one to add to that list. I loved the story between the main characters. They were exactly what each of them needed and I loved the way they developed.
The story was emotional and well written. I was fully invested in what the author had written. I always enjoy how varied her work is. No two books are ever the same which is why I think I like them so much. This is another great story by an author who should be on every ones one click list.

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Kerry Baker

Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1)Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What I loved the most about this book is that the characters really are worlds apart from each other. Their situations couldn’t be any more different and yet somehow it worked – without either having to make great changes to their personality in the process. I enjoyed this because I connected with the characters right from the start and would have hated for them to have completely changed by the end of the story.
The storyline was pretty good too. I was caught up in what was happening, and the emotions that ran through the book. I thought the author did a great job of making you, as the reader, become invested in what was happening. Overall, I thought this was a highly enjoyable story and I look forward to exploring more of this authors work.

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1)Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There’s something about Aimee was a story that had me on the edge of my seat. There was so many unexpected twists and turns. It was a little more heated than I prefer, but overall it was a great story. I love Aimee and her character. She is a total kick butt girl, who can hold her own and is brilliant. I kept wishing we knew more about her past, and then my wishes were granted. The author did a great job of building the characters slowly. It had kind of a 50 shades feel to it, as I look back. Rich powerful male, inexperienced young girl (altho homeless was a nice twist) but it makes for a good story.
Qadir was a character I didn’t like at first but he grew on me. I love his brother Tarek and his dad, and hope they make it into further stories. To be honest, the names was hard to pronounce, which I always hate, but I guess they are middle eastern so it’s to be expected… overall, it was a good book. The epilogue was a good wrap up and made me love Qadir.

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Katrina has finally settled in and is enjoying her new start in life. All of that changes when she hears “his voice”. It’s the voice from her past that has comforted her in the tough times. How can she be hearing it now? As she gets to know “him”, she wonders how many more of her visions are going to keep happening. This was an intriguing book that kept my interest piqued. Great story that I highly recommend.

Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Michelle Mulvey

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This time around was an ok read for. I thought the book was rushed and way to fast paced. Katie left Chase behind and went to start her life. She broke his heart in the process. Katie returns to her hometown for a wedding for a friend who happens to be the cousin of Chase who refuses to have singles at her wedding so pairs people up. Well guess who got paired up together?!?! It just seems odd how after 10 years, yes it may be uncomfortable but the characters act like it’s been maybe a year or 2.
Just thought the book moved way to fast before I had a chance to get into the book or root for the couple, it was done.

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Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines – Review by Susan Ratchford

Taylor's LawTaylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Taylor’s Law
By: Jennifer Raines
Review By: Susan Ratchford
4 stars

After a 2 year battle with cancer tragically takes her sister Chrissy’s life, Ella gains custody of her niece Tessa. A complicated and heart wrenching situation is made even worse when Ella finds a letter after the funeral, from Taylor law. The meeting to discuss supposed paternity and custody introduces her to Jake Taylor, a man she can’t help but be drawn to, even though they but heads. Secrets and lies unfold as Ella fights for what’s right for Tessa. Will Jake do the same?
This book was so well written and emotional! Jennifer Raines really knows how to pull at the heartstrings and bring a few tears to your eyes. Taylor’s Law is a quick and captivating read with relatable characters you can’t help but love. I love the strength and determination of Ella’s character after facing such hardships. This story truly has everything you would ever want in a book, secrets, lies, greed, love, humor and hope. You might need some tissues but I thoroughly recommend this book!!!

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Keri Leach

Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this novel because it brought back memories for me growing up, as well as raising my two daughters when they were young teens and getting into baking! The character development was really well written, even though this is the first time I have read one in this series. I didn’t have a hard time picking it up and reading! This book is great for young teen girls, even if they aren’t into baking! I was very satisfied with this book! Great job by the author!

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Rosanna Ingram

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Katie is returning to her small hometown for a friend’s wedding. She hasn’t returned in years…and the last time she did, she spent most of the time working anyway. When the bride sets her up with a plus one for the big day, she is not sure how to feel when she learns it is her ex-boyfriend that she hasn’t spoken to since she broke his heart ten years ago.

Chase’s is less than thrilled when his cousin lets him know that she has volunteered him to be his ex-girlfriend’s plus one. He is finally over her. His life now revolves around raising his nephew. The feelings of resentment towards Katie are right there on the surface…but she is not the same girl he remembers from ten years ago.

As feelings begin getting involved, they are reminded that their time is limited because Katie must return home. But, when a family emergency arises, will Katie head back to work or will she finally put her own happiness first?!?

This was a quick and easy read. The story is fast paced, as the timeline for the story is really only a couple of days. You could feel the love that Katie and Chase shared as teenagers…and the agony and regret Katie feels over the way things ended. It was a story that pulled me in from the beginning. I finished it in one sitting.

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Kerry Carr

Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series. I have loved all of these books. It was beautiful to see how the character Cat grew and developed through these books. Each books deals with different aspects and troubles that any young girl goes through and the way Cat deal with these things makes the stories enjoyable and relatable.

I also love the passion Cat has for baking and how the success of her baking depends on the emotions she is feeling and what she is going through at that time. It is also lovely to read of the connection of the family starting with her grandma and passing down the love of baking.

Another beautiful little surprise in the stories is the recipes so you can make them yourself. I found this a really unique twist and helped to bring the story to life even more.

These books are definately a must read of any young person trying to navigate the changes that come from being a child and growing into a young adult.

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Bethany Rucker

Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1)Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aimee Wheels is not your normal girl, but definitely one from the streets. Sheikh Qadir Saifi-Ad-Din is royalty and usually always gets what he wants. When Aimee and Qadir lock eyes from across the room, he can tell that she is special. However, within minutes she is tackling him to the ground to save his life. Qadir and Aimee get to know each other, but circumstances will be set in motion that leaves Aimee in Witness Protection, and Qadir thinking that she is dead. This book is a great and easy read, and so worth your time!

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories Book 2) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Kayla Octaviano

Undeniable (Central Florida Stories, #2)Undeniable by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Exhilarating, dangerous, and hot, this book is an enjoyable time for readers who like to be kept on edge. This story is about two souls that need each other, but have so much tearing them apart, internally and externally. Read this book if you like to be entertained, kept guessing, and enjoy electric love stories.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Codi Parham

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everyone remembers their first love. Katie and Chase broke things off ten years ago and have just been reunited. What will happen next? Katie has always been driven and independent. Chase has accomplished his dreams and returned home to build a life. Will they be able to rekindle the flame and make it last? The characters are relatable and real. The story is intense and heart-warming. Sweet and enjoyable read!

This Time Around, Jane Suen, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Sweet Romance, Romance

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great love story the “Key To His Heart” was. This is a story about Katrina, “Kat”, who is pregnant and recently divorced. She felt she needed to start life over and moved to a small town in PA. While in her new town, she meets the man she has envisioned for eight years, TJ. TJ is a retired football player, turned chemistry teacher, with family all around town. They first meet in his parents’ store and feel a weird connection, but she leaves without looking further into it. His aunt rents a house out to Kat, but they don’t realize it until TJ stops by to work on the house and finds her in labor. This is the real start to their crazy love story and you will never guess all the little twists, turns, and fate that make it all possible.
I really enjoyed this romantic love story. It reminded me of a good ole fashion Hallmark romance that had good plot, love, and a happy ending. I think the most enjoyable aspect was the characters, all of them from Kat to TJ, but also all of TJ’s family members. While I don’t normally enjoy stories when a pregnancy is involved, I think the personality of TJ made it more enjoyable. He was my favorite character by far. He is kind, masculine, thoughtful, sensitive, strong, educated, etc. TJ is everything I think a man should be and he handled all of the situations with such grace. This story really gave a positive spin on the single parent topic, showing that it isn’t hopeless, the right person always comes along, and that there are men who can take on responsibility, take and love children completely, and that a “stepparent” can be just as amazing!!

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This Time Around by Jane Suen-Review by Amanda Kimble

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

This Time Around by Jane Suen

This is the first book I’ve read by the author. This Time Around is a fast read and you will absolutely love it. The author sure knows how to capture the attention of the reader’s. I was sucked into the book and had a hard time putting it down.

Katie is going home for a friend’s wedding. When she gets there her friend demands that she has a plus one. Then an emergency happens and she decides that her job isn’t worth it. The quote I chose for Katie is: “That’s an interesting suggestion. I can start small at first, and expand later. I’d have to draft up a business plan and run numbers on the costs. Thanks, guys, you’ve been really helpful.”

Chase isn’t wanting to see his ex as he just got over her. Then she places herself back into his life. Can they make it this time? The quote I chose for Chase is: “How about you hand the pieces to me when I need them, except for those heavy ones?”

Highly recommended for Sweet Romance lovers.

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Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Kristan Anderson

Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1)Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith is book one in their Girls From the Streets series. Aimee and Qadir couldn’t be any more different. One grew up with what many would consider a rough childhood with a lot of street smarts. And one grew up in a palace, surrounded by luxury and security. When the pair unexpectedly meet, sparks immediately fly. I have to say, I had high hopes for the story but things seemed to happen almost too fast. The instant attraction was understandable but the quick love and almost overwhelming infatuation was a bit strange. Aimee seems to throw herself into danger and being wealthy and of status Qadir seems to bring it. The story could have used a little more heat and spice over danger. That said, overall the story was good. Just felt as though some things could have been a little better.

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Katrina Jones

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this read! Katie returns home for a wedding and becomes a plus one to ex boyfriend after 10yrs. That’s where the rekindling of an old flame starts!

This was a short and very quick read! The storyline sucks you in and you’ll be finished before your realize you started!

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Shelly Kittell

Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“What?” Nate’s forehead wrinkles, “You mean we like Freaky Fridayed?” “I do not know what this means,” Maurice says…”

Nate and Cat are having a mixup of trouble in this, the final installment of this trilogy. Somehow, during a family dinner, Nate and Cat had a heated exchange and set off some events that made for a week of drama, humor and challenges galore. Don’t eat the goodies….those emotions are running free. This book was so entertaining. Cat and her family, Robyn and her family, Jojo, Jake, Nate, Liam, Tobey, and the cast of others make for a story of teen angst and drama that is so relatable. The reference to Freaky Friday was awesome. I’ve been around awhile so I can think back to the original. I also found the story of Evie and Maurice so romantic and heartbreaking. A plot twist for the win. This trilogy has been so entertaining to read plus recipes to boot: Tres Leches Cake; Almond Bark; and many more. A win for all of us.

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Whitney Morrison

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book gave me all of the feels! I loved it so much it was nearly impossible to put down when I needed to. I love Kat so much. I love TJ so much. I just love everything about it. Such a great romance tale full of cries and laughs and all of the things a great book has. Highly recommend reading this one!

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Princess of Prias by Courtney Davis – Review by Nichole Chrisman

Princess of PriasPrincess of Prias by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our FMC comes into the world with a mysterious past. When the woman who raises her passes clues start to pop up all around her leading her to discover her purpose, along with an attractive male counterpart. Saving her people from a devious uncle seems impossible but she is up for the task. Great read and fast paced! A sequel wouldn’t be an unhappy addition!

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This Time Around by Jane Suen – Review by Amy Brennan

This Time AroundThis Time Around by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pure, good vibes to be found within these pages. This little novel, with big feelings, goes to show that timing really is everything. You may find your person when you are young, and not ready for that reality, and you go off to live your life and dreams, only to be pulled back into the arms of that same person. There are so many scenarios in which this could be played out, and this author really did the best job at allowing for us to connect with both Katie and Chase, and root for them once all the cards were on the table.

Life really does have some crazy twists and turns, and some changes make us even better. A wonderful read, I admit I devoured it in a day, and had some laughs, cries, and held my breath at the beautiful story that was woven. If you’re looking for a quick read with lots of love, care, and beautiful memories, this is it!

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Thief (Popov Bratva Book 4) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Ashley Sugar

Thief (Popov Bratva #4)Thief by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gotta love a bad boy right? They’re irresistible! Leah couldn’t help but to fall for a thief/criminal. They meet under a crazy circumstance and it’s a blessing in disguise! It really is. Because Dominik and Leah are great for eachother! Dominik is this stubborn bad boy and Leah is this famous country star! From completely different worlds (so you think) Little do you know but Leah has a crazy past herself! 🤔 phenomenal book though! Great plot, amazing characters! I couldn’t put the book down and that’s why I’m up at 2 am 🤣 I just HAD to finish it. The drama, the thrill, the intensity, the spice…it’s all perfect! HIGHLY recommend!

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