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Mood Swings and Hockey Flings (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray

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Mood Swings and Hockey Flings (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray
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Genre – Sports Romance
Page Count – 270
Cover Designer – Sylvie Stewart
In the cutthroat world of professional sports, I’m the agent who always calls the shots. Until a decade-old feud with hockey superstar Banks Bennet resurfaces, and I’m forced to play nice.
When his agent drops him and rumors of a trade swirl through the league faster than a puck on a breakaway, I find myself in the dreaded role of Banks’s new agent. There’s no doubt I can save his career from crashing into the boards, but only if we don’t strangle each other first.
All I need to do is whip this man-baby into shape and negotiate an epic contract that will establish me once and for all as the top hockey agent in the league. No problem, right? But between babysitting Banks, battling perimenopausal mood swings, and fighting this annoying attraction to my client, I’m facing a hat trick of challenges.
Not everything about Banks is what it seems. Under all that bravado and childish behavior lies a sensitive and considerate guy who values more than just his time on the ice–leaving me to wonder if maybe there’s more to life than just wins and losses.
If I’m not careful, my emotions might have me losing control and throwing away the professional playbook for a shot at happily ever after…and that’s not how this game is played.
Tropes:
forbidden romance (agent x player)
menopausal woman at the top of her profession
slow burn
forced proximity
pro hockey
hilarious alpha hero
he falls first
opposites attract

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Sylvie Stewart

USA Today bestselling author Sylvie Stewart loves dad jokes, dirty rom-coms, country music, and baby skunks—preferably all at the same time. Most of her steamy contemporary and romantic comedy novels take place across her favorite state of North Carolina, and her characters never run out of snarky banter or snacks. When her laptop closes, Sylvie is a sucker for hugs from her twin boys and a good laugh with her hot-nerd hubby. If you love smart Southern gals, hot blue-collar guys, and snort-laughing with characters who feel like your best friends, Sylvie’s your gal. Stay up to date on all things Sylvie! https://sylviestewartauthor.com

 

Marika Ray

Marika Ray spends her time behind a computer crafting stories, walking any beach she can find, and making healthy food for her kids and husband whether they like it or not. Prior to writing novels, Marika held various jobs in the finance industry, with private start-up companies, and then in health & fitness. Cats may have nine lives, but Marika believes everyone should have nine careers to keep things spicy. Marika is a national bestselling author, writing steamy small town RomCom to make your heart explode and bring a smile to your face. All her books come with a money-back guarantee that you’ll smile at least once with every book.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jessie Hopkins

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1 Chapter in and I was hooked.
Hollis and Cash’s banter is so fun. Until it goes too far and Cash’s business and family livelihood is on the line. But again, cue Hollis, and now she’s helping. Funny, quick-witted AND business savvy, she’s pretty much the full package.
I loved the drive and independence that Hollis has, as well as the determination and caring that Cash possesses. They have so many similar qualities, it is obvious why they also get along once they get past their initial razzing of one another.
This is a great book, and I’m looking forward to the next one.

Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Katie Turner

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ale’s fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart, is a deliciously steamy romantic comedy that centers around a bar owner named Cash and his business neighbor, Hollis, who runs a dog groomer shop next door. And while he cannot get enough of teasing her and making her miserable at times, he also can’t seem to get her off his mind. And the feeling is mutual. But when the bar is suddenly under the radar of a health inspector and Hollis comes to his aid, Cash cannot help but think it’s her guilty conscience fueling her desire to help when things get very deep for Cash and his family business.

I loved the antics between these two. The character flaws and insights to their thoughts and feelings really helped to tie this story up very well for me. It had me laughing and wanting to smack them upside the head at the same time. Great writing, great storyline. Definitely recommend if you enjoy a good, spicy rom-com.

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Human Mating Site Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series Books 1-4) by B. L. Wilde – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bella is a young woman who is finally free to live, love and make mistakes along the way to meeting Mr Right and in these short novellas, you can follow along with her.

Mr Wimp is her soon to be ex-husband, after twelve years of marriage, one day he ups and leaves with no explanation, apart from that the spark has gone, but Bella is not convinced it is just that. So, she decides to get her life back, although she didn’t realise quite how much of herself, she had lost and how different the dating game now is.

Mr Smooth is the next on the list when bar man Liam enters the picture and she can see how the men in the romance novels she likes to read can exist. Liam could be just the man to live some of them out with, he is a smooth talker with a lot of experience.

Mr Player is the next in the firing line, after getting some advice and tutelage with Liam, she decides to enter the world of internet dating and this handsome one is next. The only thing about him is that everyone else seems to think he is a player, including Liam, but surely, she can make up her own mind, so she gives him a try.

Mr Kinky appears on a girl’s weekend away in the country, the perfect getaway after her confrontation with Mr Player, she has sworn off of men, as have her girlfriends but that isn’t as easy as it looks when a god level gorgeous man just happens to match with her online and also owns the local pub promising treats galore.

Mr Heartless is a little understated and slow moving compared to the other men she has met, but he seems safe enough after all the excitement, they enjoy the same things and spending time with him is easy, but is he too good to be true?

What will Bella do with her newfound freedom and with whom in this fun filled novella collection?

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Gillian Fawell

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cash and Hollis’ story is a great one! I actually read book #2 in this series first so it was great to go back and discover the whole story of how this, at first unlikely, couple found each other! The chemistry between the two is sizzling and although Cash pretends he is a tough, alpha male, he really carries the weight of the world on his shoulders. Will he let Hollis help share the load – read and find out!!

Reviewed by @sparkinside

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Erin DeRoma

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just love a good enemies to lovers kind of story, and this delivered!

Never judge a book by it’s cover but if it has a fun quirky title with a play on words read it immediately.

I was hooked right away and loved the back and forth between Cash and Hollis.

Sylvie Stewart’s writing is dynamic! I really appreciated the love/hate relationship (they always draw me in).

This was written to completely draw the reader in and have them asking for more.

Fantastic start to the series.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well I’m packing my bags and I’m going to Aus !

Our girl Lizzie hadn’t had the best of luck of late , she’s made redundant and then her house mate says she’d moving in with her boyfriend do that means she’s got to look for new lodgings and then to top it all it’s Christmas and she’s not keen on being under the scrutiny of family so when her friend has a non refundable ticket to Aus she jumps at the opportunity for a bit of fun in the sun 😉

Jaz , divorced dad of 2 and legend surfer 🏄‍♀️runs a coffee shop where people come and go and more often than not friends become family and when his son just about knocks Lizzie out with a ball to the head it’s a start to something beautiful 😍

Jaz is just awesome and I am see the appeal but at the same time I see where Lizzie is coming from but lucky for her Jaz is persistent and it’s thanks to him at them end of the day that they get their HEA 😉😍

This was such a feel good read and it’s one I wish I could share with everyone and these people will make you believe in love and second chances ❣️

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The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde

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The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde
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Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 200
Cover Designer – Becky Baker Designs
When you’re an avid steamy romance reader, becoming single in your thirties is bound to become witty and very smutty.
Join Bella, over 13 novellas, as she searches for Mr. Right.

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B.L. Wilde is a British author who has always loved the written word, and takes great pride in bringing her stories to life.

She lives in Worcestershire with her husband, and their two spotty dogs.

B.L is a sucker for happy endings, but will always make her characters work for it.

If you enjoy romance, humor, suspense and erotica, let your imagination run ‘Wilde’ with one of her books today.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Christmas Escape
By: Belinda Williams

This is such a fun holiday read. I enjoyed each and every second of it. I loved that the main character is in Australia because it definitely challenged for me what a holiday read consists of. I’m used to snowy backdrops to my holiday story. In this book we trade this for surf and sand. Lizzy and Jaz are wonderful characters and their chance meeting is truly enchanting. It definitely looks at the question of can a vacation fling last? These characters are so enchanting and really feel like your friends. I loved this fast romance and I definitely recommend picking this book up!

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Allison Davis

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a cute holiday story. Lizzie takes her best friend’s non-refundable plane ticket after losing her job and apartment and heads to Australia for the holidays. Queue Jaz; hot, single dad who comes with a lot of baggage that she doesn’t want to get involved with. But she keeps running into him. This quick read has it all, romance, drama, fun, and a ton of chemistry!

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Crystal Brehant

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A very cute romantic Christmas story. A little different than the usual, as it takes place on a beach instead of a small town. However, it is still the cozy Christmas romance so many know and love. It is well written and fun to read. I enjoyed it!

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Michelle Collier

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Hot Flash Hookups series and I loved it. I laughed so hard at so much of this book. The fact that the characters were aging and not perfect 20 something’s was awesome. Olivia and Roman’s story is wonderful. What is more fun then having their respective kids meddle in their romance. I can’t wait for the second book to come out.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Amelia Stansell

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great. Two weeks before Christmas Lizzie loses her job and apartment. She ends up going to Australia after buying her friends ticket from her. She thought she could easily slip away and nothing think about her life or Christmas. Little does she know Jasper (Jaz) might just be the thing that needs.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Ashley Mertz

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Lizzie hates Christmas (making this book right up my alley), is down on her luck, and an opportunity to skip town for the holiday is knocking on her door. After buying an unused plane ticket from a friend she is on her way to Australia. What’s better than spending a nontraditional Christmas with your toes in the sand? Lizzie meets Jaz, a single dad, who carries a lot of baggage. Will she leave opportunities behind when she returns to the UK, or has a ball to the noggin knocked some sense into her?

This Holiday Rom Com will give you all the holiday feel goods. In its short 129 pages I promise you will fall in love with every single character in this novella. Each character is lovable, relatable, and full of spunk. This is my first time reading a novel written by Williams and I will not hesitate in the future to pick up another. I highly recommend The Christmas Escape to anyone who is looking for a short, quick read full of laughter, romance, and warm beachy Christmas vibes. I even recommend it to those who despise Christmas!

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a cute, quick read and what can be better than the holidays at the beach! Lizzie ends up traveling with her heartbroken best friend to Australia for the holidays. After being let go of her job, she decides to take a break from it all in a new environment for the holidays. After arriving and taking a clumsy tumble, she ends up meeting Jaz, a single dad living in Australia. They start connecting and hitting it off. Lizzie at first is hesitant about getting involved but then switches her mindset to just enjoying this short term romantic holiday fling. Williams has definitely created such a great enjoyable story and also added a text prior to starting the book on the type of English being used in the book. Wish more authors would do this if it is needed for their story.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Donya Pedigo

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such a fun holiday read, though it almost feels like summer as our heroine is in Australia and has surf and sand weather for Christmas. Do you think fate can hit you in the head like a ball? Well, this is what Lizzie has to figure out after she meets hunky father Jaz, whose son just happens to clock her in the head with a ball as she was trying to enjoy the Australian beach. She had told her friend Shona that holiday romances are nice but never last, so should she have a little fun while she can or should she cut her losses and run, considering she lives thousands of miles away from Jaz and his two children. Their story is sweet with some drama thrown in and a little bit of spice. Basically, this book has everything you need, making it a great read. I can’t tell you how relatable and friendly all the characters are, even the secondary characters have such a wonderful feel to them that I want to be their friend. If you like fun, fast, sweet summer-ish style holiday romances, you should definitely check this one out.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Kerry Carr

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an entertaining holiday read. I have read several books by this author and I have always found them enjoyable. Part of the reason I love them is because the characters are so believable we all know someone who is like the character being portrayed in the story. This is a short read but it doesn’t feel like it’s unfinished in anyway. I was just a little disappointed that I flew through it so quick but that is because of the brilliant writing of the author and the fact I was so invested in this story.
Lizzie is having a tough time, she has just been made redundant and with Christmas coming up the last thing she wants to do is spend it with her family. So when an opportunity arises to help her friend by buying her flight to Australia off her Lizzie jumps at the chance. After all its just what she needs a break far away from family and in the sun. What she does expect or plan on is meeting someone.
Jaz is a single father who has his work cut out looking after his kids that romance never enters his mind. That is until his son accidently hits a woman on the beach. Now their paths keep crossing and he finds he likes spending time with her, he even invites her to have Christmas lunch with him. He knows she’s on holiday and will be leaving soon but wheres the harm is a little holiday fling.
Because in Lizzie’s mind that’s all this could ever be right? There’s no way it could progress into something more meaningful is there? Will common sense win or will the magic of Christmas sprinkle just enough magic to grant them a Christmas wish?
I loved it and even though its set in a sunny place the magic of Christmas still came through. This is definately a book to read curled up by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams. This is such a fun Christmas love story. Its the story of Lizzie who has just lost her job and her apartment. This is right at Christmas too so when her best friends loser boyfriend doesn’t come thru on a vacation ticket Lizzie thinks “why not” so she goes with her girlfriend to Australia. While there she thinks she should have a fling with a hot guy, that might make her feel better. When she meets Jaz/Jasper who is enjoying the beach with his kids she thinks he is good looking. He would make a good fling. Jaz feels bad for her spending Christmas alone so he invites her over and the chemistry takes over. They both know this can’t be a long term relationship because she has to go home but when they both catch feelings what will they do? Read this fun Christmas time romance to find out! Such a fun romp!

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Ashley Sugar

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fast paced cute holiday romance book! I loved the main characters a lot and the side characters were all amazing too. Very welcoming and heart warming. Super fast read but I really enjoyed it. Jaz is so sweet to Lizzie and I loved reading their love story. Made my heart happy! They’re so cute together. This will definitely put you in the holiday spirit.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams- Review by Heather Knalls

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lizzie and her best friend Shona are deciding how Shona should handle having a ticket to Australia that has already been paid for and is non refundable. Lizzie has just lost her most recent job that she didn’t really like and she has decided this will be her chance to get away and not have to deal with her family and their disappointment. She gets to Australia and realizes this is the best decision she could have made until her first day on the beach. She wasn’t expecting to truly have to watch her surrounds on the beach until a ball almost knocks her out. One of the most gorgeous men she’s seen comes to her rescue because it was his son Lachlan that kicked the ball that almost took her out. Jaz is a retired professional surfer and now owns his own cafe. He tells Lizzie to stop by the cafe sometime and to let them know that he sent her. To her surprise when she stops by he is there, that’s when she learns he owns the cafe. Since his son is the reason for her injury he does feel a little guilty and wants to try and make her holiday better so he invites her to his Christmas with friends and they begin to fall for each other but neither truly want to admit that they have, because it was only supposed to be some fun. After she tells him she feels they shouldn’t see each other any more she spends her last few days alone and heads back home to the UK. She decides when she gets home that she get a new job working in a law office again and come to find out her boss is actually friends with Jaz and it just seems like fate has stepped in again. Will she allow herself to finally be happy or will she miss a chance of a life time?

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Tonya Merritt

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love Christmas books and I love romance books. I was so glad this story was a well written Christmas romance. It definitely made me excited for Christmas magic and gave me the feeling of love. Lizzie and Jaz are everything and watching their love unfold was magical.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Jayme Raffauf

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me wanting to hop on a flight to Australia for a Christmas Holiday. Lizzie and Jaz are a fun and lovable pair that had me rooting for them from the start. From their unexpected meeting courtesy of Lachlan’s football, to navigating a holiday fling between a newly unemployed woman from London and a surfing single dad in Australia, can their two worlds collide (literally) and survive? Read this fantastic book to find out. The Christmas Escape is a quick read, but is sure to capture your heart immediately.

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Barbara Bohls

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an absolutely super cute quick read. It definitely got me into the holiday spirit. It has the, “What will go wrong, does go wrong”; mantra to it. You automatically feel drawn to Lizzie because the writer evokes compassion when writing about her. When she decides to buy her friends ticket to Australia, she could have never fathomed what was about to happen. This where I kept turning the pages in the book. I could not get enough of the setting and wonderful characters. This book will have your swooning and laughing at the same time. The way the author is able to grab your attention and keep it from page one to the end, speaks of how well written this book is. This books gave me Hallmark Christmas Movie vibes and I am here for it. If you want to have an escape or just want something to get you into the Christmas Spirit this is the book for you. I will probably reread this book a few times during the holiday season.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Sharon Funkhouser

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The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was just adorable. A cute, quick read with the perfect romantic trope. I actually loved how Belinda started off the book with a Dear Reader note, it made the book feel more intimate and provided a better understanding of some of the UK language choices she used (I think I only googled like maybe two words while reading!).
Lizzie and Shona’s friendship feels ridiculously familiar, like they could be my own friends. I definitely wish I had a friend that would help me take a trip to Australia! When Lizzie meets Jaz and his associated friends/family, I couldn’t wait to see where the romance would go.
Super cute story, highly recommended for a cozy holiday read!

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angela Shirley

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a older lady Olivia is thinking she is past all the dating game and is happy with her chaotic life at the moment, but when her Ex-husband is remarrying and is is invited to the wedding Olivia decides that she is happy going to the even single, but her grown up children decide to enrol a friend as a “Fake Boyfriend” for her.

Having check into her Island bungalow a knock arrives at the door and when she open’s it, there standing in all his glory is Hockey star Roman all muscles and hunky. How is she suppose to navigate the situation when she is instantly attracted to him?

Roman is starting to feel his age, although in other profession being 41 would be the pinnacle of life but with his body feeling the pressure of a professional athletic he is starting to doubt how long he can go on. So when his friends convinced him to play the role of the “Fake Boyfriend” so when he arrives and starts seeing they have more in common and an attraction, can he just be platonic or push for more?

I love Sylvie Stewart books so with her name on the cover as well as Marika Ray I knew I would not be disappointed and I definitely wasn’t. The story is well developed and the characters were brilliant to drive the story forward. I so related to the character of Olivia with the start of the menopause I feel the insecurities and the hilarious commentary had me laughing out loud.

I loved the character of Roman who was a perfect equal to Olivia’s character as the doubts and vulnerability of growing older and finding the love they deserve. The way he stuck up for her and understood the insomnia and being that support that she had not had was lovely to read. I could not put this book down and can’t wait to read more from this partnership.

Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Robin Rankin

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1)

I have found characters that I could relate to in one way or another, but nothing like the way I related to Olivia. I love my romance books, but so many the characters are the same age groups as my daughters. Olivia is close to my age and dealing with the next phase of her life as a empty nester going through the change.

This book had me laughing out loud with some of what happens, like when Olivia and Roman met.

Roman is a single dad to Hannah, she and her roommate Holly talk him into playing fake date to Olivia. Their initial meeting isn’t ideal but I found it very funny.

The kids are in the background most of the time, but when they are there they are entertaining and pretty dead on what adult kids are like with their parents. I can think of a few lectures my daughter has given me.

I have read several books by Ms. Stewart and enjoyed each and every one of them. This was my introduction to Ms. Ray and I will be looking for more by here.

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Aranza

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray & Sylvie Stewart

4 out of 5 stars

The humor in this romance book was just too good. I really enjoyed Olivia’s character and definitely got obsessed with the romance between her and Roman. I feel like there was a little something to catch the eye of a very wide audience. It was easy to finish the book in one sitting. Definitely worth your time.

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Dawn Brown

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When her ex sends her an invite to his wedding, Olivia is forced to go when her kids set her up. Roman only wants to rebuild a relationship with his daughter so when she asks him to act as Olivia’s date for the wedding, he jumps. What neither of them expected was the feelings they would find.
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This book is pretty funny with a moderate spice meter. I particularly enjoyed reading about Olivia’s hot flashes and menopausal symptoms. I honestly feel this series will be a hit because it hits home with a large population. For a lot, even though they aren’t there yet, reading about menopause, even in fiction, will give an insight into the future. Great book.

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kay Stritesky

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes was a fun read to shake up the mundane romance world! Don’t get me wrong I love reading all the stories but as romance readers can guess what is going to happen!! There is a great deal of humor through and I loved that it wasn’t your typical twenty something love story! My first by this author but won’t be my last!!

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Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray & Sylvie Stewart – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Olivia hasn’t given much thought to her ex’s love life since the divorce, remaining cordial at family events, and overall moving on with her own life. What could be worse than discovering your ex is not only seeing someone but getting married? Maybe being invited and coerced into attending said wedding. Roman, an older professional hockey player has been on the outskirts of his estranged daughter’s life for a while but wants to get closer to his only child. In a twist of fate – or more specifically the meddling of well-meaning children – Olivia and Roman’s worlds collide. I loved this book! The dynamics between the characters felt real, closer to reality than any fiction work I’ve read all year. The pace was fast throughout, but I felt more grounded while reading the book and easily lost track of time because I was so engrossed in the plot. I’m definitely going to be looking for book two of the series!

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