Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Olivia is a young chef that enjoys cooking for people. She had everything anyone could ever want. Then she finds out her husband is cheating on her. She leaves and gets a job in a small restaurant as a bartender. She intends to save her money and open her own restaurant. This was a fun, little story that keeps you entwined in it.
Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Olivia is a young chef that enjoys cooking for people. She had everything anyone could ever want. Then she finds out her husband is cheating on her. She leaves and gets a job in a small restaurant as a bartender. She intends to save her money and open her own restaurant. This was a fun, little story that keeps you entwined in it.
Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story is 503 pages long and follows Evelyn and Damian. They have a past together. Evelyn worked hard to move on. Damian did also. Until one day she comes back into his life. The problem is, he is with the mafia and if he is not careful, he could end up dead and so could she. Can they stay apart and live with that decision or can they come together and be safe at the same time?
Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a great series! The author did a fantastic job of making the characters seem so real. There is a little bit of everything in this series, so that alone makes it a must read for anyone. With everything that has happened, they are trying to look to the future and create a new normal. It has been six years since Caim has ended. Children are being attacked and they must now come together to save their family. Now is the time to end this once and for all.
Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Billionaire Blind Dates series. This story follows Jake and Lauren. Jake was tired of women seeing him only for his money. There happens to be a new blind dating service so him and his friends sign up. Everything is done using an app and the dinner dates are done a very dimly lit room. Lauren cannot stand rich men because all the ones she has encountered has treated them as if they should bow down to them. She ends up being roped into a blind date – with Jake. Sparks fly immediately, but what will happen when she finds out who he really is?
I’m Not Your Difference by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the fourth book in the Fitz series. This story follows Andy and Stephen, two homosexual males who have a past. Andy is the single father of Stella. Andy has Parkinson’s disease and his adopted daughter is deaf. Stephen did not want to raise Stella and top it off with Andy’s disease, it was too overwhelming for him, so he left. Stephen and Andy agree to meet. Andy just wanted closure, but clearly Stephen’s heart has not moved on. Now he must find a way to get them back. Now they are dealing with a serial killer – of gay men. Such an emotional read but a really, really good one too!
Ashes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Reuben and Alice and is 1,139 pages in length. Reuben has been looking for his one and only almost all his life. But when he finds her, she is not at all what he thought she would be. Alice is done with men. When Reuben walks into her life, all bets are off. Both have their past demons. But can they handle each other?
Key To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a romance novel and is 354 pages in length. This story follows Katrina and TJ. Katrina is a pregnant and divorced artist who has just recently moved to a small town. TJ is a high school teacher that used to play pro football and has moved back to his hometown. Katrina is just looking for a new start and TJ is looking for forever. This was such a sweet read.
Body Checked by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the Astoria Bay Thunder series and is 237 pages in length. Who doesn’t love a good frenemies to lovers story? This story follows Bridger and Tia. Tia meets Bridger while helping on a photo shoot. You can already feel the sparks pop but there is no way she wants anything to do with him. Bridger needs to get his act together before his lifestyle brings him crumbling down. Will Tia take down her wall enough to let Bridger in?
Burned by Fire by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story is 129 pages in length and follows Sol, a recently retired fire fighter, and Ember, a new fire fighter. Ember has always had a crush on Sol but never explored it due to him being her mentor. Sol was injured and was forced to retire and is dealing with that in a bad way. Now that he is retired, she decides it is about time to explore those feelings. But will her career get in the way?
As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Bree and is 354 pages in length. Bree’s heart has been broken one too many times. Now she has developed a “no dating jocks” rule along with a slew of other rules she has made up to avoid heart break again. She meets Nate. Although he is hot, he fits the description of exactly what she needs to avoid. Then she meets Steven. He seems to be exactly what she is looking for. She stays friends with Nate while she dates other guys, only to find herself seeing Nate for the someone she is actually looking for. This poor girl had been through the wringer with guys, so it is easy to see why she has her rules, but ultimately, her rules kept her from Nate.
Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the sixth book in the series and is 202 pages in length. This story follows Trey and Hailey. Trey is a surgeon but also works for the mafia. He has liked Hailey from the first moment he laid eyes on her but walked away because it was not the right time. Someone kidnapped Hailey and now he will do anything to get her back. This book screams chemistry!
The Fighter by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Juliet and Jonathan and is 171 pages in length. Juliet and Ten go way back – from when her parents left her. To make some extra money, Ten enters the cage fighting ring and ends up in a bit of trouble. Jonathan had given Ten some pointers which resulted in some serious issues and now Juliet and Ten have no where to go. Jonathan decides to let them stay with him – and que the chemistry – between all three of them! Who ends up with who?
The Cruiser by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Morgan and Vandana and is 284 pages in length. Morgan is a hot yacht designer and Vandana works in public relations. Morgan is trying to get a Saudi prince as a new client and needs Vandana’s help. Morgan wants her to join him on a yacht off the coast of Monaco for 10 days. Vandana needs the distraction from her cheating husband. Morgan is a very wealthy player. What could go wrong?!
Until there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Jeremy and Regan and is 402 pages in length. All Regan wants to do is get out of her town. Jeremy needs to show his dad that he can run the family business. What happens is they end up being a distraction to each other. Regan wants leave and Jeremy wants to run the business. Did Cupid just throw a wrench in their plans? I loved the different POV’s from the characters as it gives more insight into them.
Forbidden Love – Book 1 of The Forbidden Duet by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Clark and Kally. All she wanted was Clark. But now, that seems so far out of reach. Kally just turned 18 and the life she was hoping for diminished instead. Clark managed to get away from his family and all he wanted was a life with Kally. Clark’s father is not about to let him walk away.
Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the fourth book in the Welcome to Bunya Junction and is 212 pages in length. This story follows Michael and Yolanda. These two are married and are high school sweethearts. After getting married, they moved to the big city to start a new life together. But now, years later, Yolanda takes their daughter and leaves and heads back home to be around her family. Michael is not going to give up so easily. Turns out, they both have secrets. But are they secrets that they can confide in each other and overcome?
Bottom of the Chains by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a romantic motorcycle club novel and is 130 pages in length. This is the second book in the series and follows the Grimm Wolves prospect, Bullet. He grew up in foster care and he felt he found his belonging with the Grimm Wolves. He meets Clementine, who is studying to be a nurse. Bullet is trying to make something of himself in the club without letting his brothers down again. Clementine has her eye on the future. The chemistry is white hot with these two and Bullet feels Clementine is just what he needs.
Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story follows Ian and Grace and is 329 pages in length. Holy cow!! When Grace needs to move, she responds to a room mate wanted ad. Rent free and all she had to do is cook for him on his dime. Too good to be true? Maybe – maybe not (insert shoulder shrug). He is hot, but she seriously does want to get involved right now. Yet the chemistry between them is too much to ignore. But what will come falling out of the closet when the door is opened?
(Un)Loved by Katy Hunter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the series and is 209 pages in length. This story follows Gil and Sophie. I must admit, I did kind of like Gil’s family LOL. These two just finished working on a movie together and Sophie is in desperate need of some R&R. Gil suggests going with his family to their farm in France. Gil seems to have commitment issues and Sophie is going to try to rectify that. But that Llama though!
The Billionaire’s Slave by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This novel is 165 pages in length and follows Leon and Penny. It is the 1800’s in South Carolina and Leon likes Penny. The only problem is, Penny is a slave. So, he devises a plan on how to obtain her. He plans to buy her, teach her, and then take her for himself. But Penny is the one that ends up teaching him. A terrific historical romance novel!
Doctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a super-hot novel that is 104 pages in length. Dr. Danielson is about as hot as they get. He is everything a woman would want. Emily is an ER nurse and loves kids. Dr. D is a pediatrician – and although the kids love him, so does everyone else. Emily knows of Dr. D and his reputation, but will she be able to have the will power to not get involved? This book has it all – hot, steamy, funny, and one you will want to read again and again.
Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Astoria Bay Thunder series and is 261 pages in length. Levi is the Captain of the Astoria Bay Thunder hockey team and Brynn is new in town looking for a new start. She ends up winning tickets to the hockey game. Although she does not care for hockey, she decides to go anyway. To say it was a shock seeing someone from her past is an understatement. She has been asked to do the photo shoot for the hockey team. Can her past love become her future?
A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 298 pages in length. This story follows Gina, a former Army Sergeant and Bryce, an arson inspector. Gina spends her days teaching online and dabbling with her hobbies. Gina keeps to herself because while on duty she suffered serious burns from a bomb. When Bryce and Gina run into each other, sparks fly. Gina’s wall slowly starts to crumble. But can she move forward thinking he will be turned off by her scars?
Sinful Vow by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Dark Mafia series and is 198 pages in length. This story follows Luca and Aly. Their families are rivals. Luca has been there for Aly and has always wanted her for himself. Aly cares about Luca and can depend on him. The problem starts when Aly’s father arranges for her to get married to someone else. This drives Luca to take matters into his own hands and now the families are on the verge of war. Luca and Aly have a complicated paste – but can they have a future?
Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the series and is 367 pages in length. Brant was an orphan until Betty adopted him. He now has his nurse’s license and must work at small clinic for three years and all his student loan debt will be forgiven. CC is hair stylist and is more focused on making people feel good about themselves than worrying about herself. CC has liked Brant for awhile but always slinks away from him. CC’s friends buy him at a bachelor auction in hopes of getting these two together, but they both have a past. Can they get past that?
Rebecca Steele Living The Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the Rebecca Steele series and is 261 pages in length. This story is filled with drama and twists as Rebecca’s story comes to an end. Just when she thinks her life is on a straight path to her dreams, things happen. Her love for playing country music keeps her going and pushes her through. As with all series ending books, this one was hard to put down. This book has a little bit of everything – it was bittersweet.
No Names to Be Given by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an intriguing read! This story follows Sandy, Becca, and Faith. Life in the 60’s was so very different from what it is now. These three ladies find themselves pregnant and are sent off to what is called a maternity house. Back then, this is what happened if you were unmarried. You would be shipped off there until you give birth, give your baby up for adoption, and then go back home and pretend nothing happened. And that is what happened with these three ladies – until years later they become victims of a blackmail plot threatening to uncover their secret.
Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a Contemporary Sports Romance novel and is 302 pages in length. This is the story of Brock and Kirsa, and the unfortunate addition of Victoria. Brock and Kirsa had been friends almost their entire lives. Now in high school, Kirsa is feeling their friendship may hold more and would love nothing more. Then comes Victoria into the picture. Friends quickly turn to enemies and Brock makes her life extremely hard for the next three years. Now Rylan comes in and after some hesitation, he and Kirsa become friends. But now Brock is becoming jealous. Can Kirsa and Brock resolve their issue?
A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 156 pages in length. This story follows Amber and Giovanni. Oh my heart! Amber is a bar owner and would love a family of her own. The only problem is, she does not have the best memories of holidays and so she holds back and does not participate. Giovanni is a chef and a single dad. He loves the holidays. He talks her into spending the holidays with his family – will he be able to persuade her to look at them differently? The author really hit this out of the park!
