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The Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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The Dating ItineraryThe Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams was a cute fun Rom-Com. Penny and Geo are rivals in the newspaper world. Both are working on similar stories about dating and they keep running into each other. I have to say that I’m happy that I don’t have to date these days, all the different ways of dating just sound more like headaches. The question is will Penny and Geo find love…

Penny and Geo had great chemistry and I loved their bantering. Brooke Williams’s writing is good and easy to fall for; my only complaint is the storyline was a little predictable at times.

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Rookie Moves: A Quick Snap Novella by Tarrah Anders – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rookie MovesRookie Moves by Tarrah Anders
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rookie Moves by Tarrah Anders is part of the Quick Snap novellas which takes place in Kristen Proby’s With Me in Seattle series about Will Montgomery’s Football Team.

Grant Toolson is the new rookie that just seems to keep getting into some trouble. When his coaches and team owner makes him do some charity work to clean up his image, he didn’t expect to find a girl. Emily Materson might be the Mayor’s daughter but she has a bit of a wild side hiding under her goodness. They think their meetings are fate but will Emily wild side hurt Grant in the long run?

I loved Grant and Emily, they are great additions to this world and I couldn’t get enough of their story. I love Tarrah’s writing and the fact that she wrote in this series was a bonus.

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Accepted (Rhodes Family Book 2) by Lisa Wood – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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AcceptedAccepted by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Accepted after reading the first book in the Rhodes Family series. But I will say it is better if you read Shattered before you read Accepted, so you know and understand some of the other moments going on in the storylines.

After reading Shattered I just had to know the deal between Hunter, Ava, and Thomas. My heart broke for Hunter more times then I could even imagine, All the things Hunter had to go through just to get to where he was ready to ask for forgiveness from Ava and Thomas. Oh, and the sexiness was turned up a notch between this Throuple.

We did get a little glimpse at another Rhodes brother; I would love to know his story. Crossing my fingers for Lisa Wood to write another book in this series. Overall, a great book with addictive characters.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered by Lisa Wood is my first book by this author and by what I just read, this won’t be my last. The Rhodes name can get you almost anything you want in New York, but Gabriel Rhodes is going to have to work hard to get the one thing he never wanted.

Gabe is your typical “Playboy” but when Olivia Cameron comes to interview at his family’s law firm he will do just about anything to get her to take the job, even spend over half a million dollars on her. But with secrets comes someone else telling the truth.

This fast-paced sexy office romance was so much more then I thought it was going to be. I loved everything about this couple and the Rhodes family. I so need to know more about that other office romance no one is talking about.

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I’ll See You Again: A Scottish rock star, standalone opposites-attract romance (Reigning Hearts Book 4) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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I'll See You Again (Reigning Hearts, #4)I’ll See You Again by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If a small town, opposites-attract rock star romances are your thing then I’ll See You Again by K.G. Fletcher, is your next read. This is the fourth book in the Reigning Hearts series that is full of HEAs that will touch your heart.

Nicky Sinclair and Reid Macpherson were sweet, sexy, and everything that true love is about. But like all good love stories, some parts will have you grabbing tissues and crying along with the characters.

K.G. Fletcher’s writing always seems to put my heart on an emotional rollercoaster and loving every character she writes. I highly recommend reading any of her books and not falling in love.

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1)Better Than Goodbye by Kinney Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Better than Goodbye by Kinney Scott is a second chance romance that will have you thinking about the one that got away. Do you choose your dream job or the boy you have loved forever?

Kent and Amanda’s story was one that had their ups and downs but we all know that they were bound to end up together.

The beginning of the book was a little choppy for me and it took some time to actually start to like the characters. But by the end, I was enjoying the story and I’m looking forward to reading more in the series.

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Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #2)Falling for the Texan by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am loving this series! Falling for the Texan is the second book in the Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge by Nicole Flockton. Tyler Prentice is ready to lunch his winery but first, he needs some marketing help. Tyler thought he was having a friend help but he wasn’t expecting Gianna Lucchia. Gianna is the opposite of any girl in Texas, but can we say opposites attract. Tyler and Gianna were traffic characters and had me loving their romance.

I have fallen hard for the Prentice Brothers but I’m impatiently waiting to see what will happen with the third brother.

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One Hot Texas Summer (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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One Hot Texas Summer (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #1)One Hot Texas Summer by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Some old fashioned gestures will never go out of style in this modern world. One Hot Texas Summer was a sweet love story that some men need to read to get some pointers. Tate Prentice and Kelly Turner have some serious chemistry that you can feel the tingles while reading their story.

This was my first book by Nicole Flockton and I fell in love with this family of friends. I had the feeling I was missing something in the first chapter but only because I wanted to know more about Charlotte and Macy (Sweet Texas Secrets Series). I can’t wait for more of the Prentice brothers.

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REBECCA STEELE FINDING A DREAM (REBECCA STEELE SERIES BOOK 2) by JOANNE PATTERSON – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream (Rebecca Steele Series #2)Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream by Joanne Patterson is the second book in the Rebecca Steele series and my first book by this author. I am a sucker for a book that takes place in any part of my home state. That might have drawn me to the book but Joanne’s writing and great characters are what had me flipping the pages.

Great storyline, really like the little twist. As this is standalone, I can’t wait to go back and read the first book just to get to know Rebecca Steele a little better. Can’t wait to see what Rebecca’s next adventure going to be.

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The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town RomanceThe Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Matchmaker and the Marine by Lucinda Race was a great example of why I love second chance romances. As my first book by this author, Melinda and Adam’s story was heartwarming and full of emotions that I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. Both of these characters had an uphill battle to fight through and it was great to see how the right person can help fight those battles. I can’t wait to read more books from this small town and check out other books by this author.

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New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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New Jerk in Town (Carolina Kisses, #2)New Jerk in Town by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

New Jerk in Town is only my second read by Sylvie Stewart and I’m loving her writing style. I have found myself being sucked by how the likable characters and funny dialogue.

Milo and Jill meet when they were teens and their timing wasn’t right. Years later, Jill returned to the same beach town and runs into Milo, he isn’t happy to see her. But the real question is what happens when they were teens?

This story jumps from the past to the present in dual POVs. Milo is a grumpy man who has a good heart and Jill has so much sass it almost too hard to handle. I can’t wait to see who’s up next in Carolina Kisses series.

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Dares & Dice (Spicetopia #5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Dares & Dice (Spicetopia Book 5)Dares & Dice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dares & Dice is book 5 in the Spicetopia series by Phoebe Alexander and let me say this might be my favorite. I think I say that about every book in this series. We all think Vegas is the place to have your bachelor/bachelorette party’s at, but if Spicetopia was a real place it would have Vegas beat.

Makenna and Ty had me laughing-out-loud and loving the bantering between them But nothing was better than the naughty scavenger hunt, I mean who wouldn’t want to do that.

If you love a little wild and crazy mixed with some serious sexiness then you need to read this book/series.

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Forgotten Promise Book two: The Forgotten Trilogy by Virginia Wine – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Forgotten Promise (Forgotten #2)Forgotten Promise by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forgotten Promise (Forgotten #2) by Virginia Wine was a romantic suspense that will keep you on your toes.

Nathan and Bryer think they finally can start finding they’re happily ever after. But Cash is still lurking around finding a way to be 2 steps ahead of them. Will Nathan and Bryer ever truly be done with Cash or will Cash find a way to destroy their relationship?

I’m not a huge suspense romance fan but Virginia’s writing as me wanting more. I can’t wait to see what will happen next with this couple.

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie, I knew just by reading the blurb that I was in for an emotional read.

Before leaving for her best friend’s wedding, Crystal got two shocks, one being some very upsetting health news and then seeing her friend/neighbor Spencer in a new light. So with this news, she is going to live life to the fullest on this vacation/wedding in Florida. Is Crystal ready to take her relationship with Spencer to another level and will she tell her friends the other news?

I recommend everyone giving this author and her writing a chance. I can’t wait to read more books in this series.

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Southern Promises: The Complete Series (A Contemporary Romance Standalone Box Set) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Southern Promises: The Complete Series (A Contemporary Romance Standalone Box Set)Southern Promises: The Complete Series by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Southern Promises series got me hooked on K.G. Fletcher’s writing. If you’re looking for a series to get lost in while sitting on a back porch drinking Iced Tea, then this is it!

Georgia Clay – Katie and Clay’s story was sexy funny and swoon-worthy. How many of us all wish we could go to our high school reunion and just hit it off with our crush 10 years later? Well, that is how Katie and Clay’s romance started. Katie and Clay both had very demanding jobs but found a way to make long-distance relationship work, didn’t hurt that they were only a 4-hour car ride away.

Georgia on My Mind – Good southern boy who just wants to take care of his woman. Gia and Hart are two broken people who find each other just at the right time and boy do the sparks fly. Hart and Gia might be a little sexier then Clay and Katie.

Georgia Pine – Tim and Jessica’s story; he is the perfect gentleman for this Southern Belle. From their first meeting in the pantry, Tim was meant to loved and take care of these five girls. The way Tim cherished Jessica and loved her adorable four girls melted my heart.

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Rise (The Larussio Legacy Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rise (The Larussio Legacy, #2)Rise by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rise the second book in The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari. This mafia suspense romance will melt your kindle. Gio and Serena have so much passion, chemistry and their love for one another is heartwarming. Things started with a bang in this book and didn’t stop. You ever knew what was going to happen next. Can their love survive family enemies and all the threats?

This series must be read in order because you don’t want to miss any of the action. I have said this before in my other reviews for Via Mari’s books – I recommend everything Via writes. Pleases let Jay be next to have his book.

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 4-6): A Small Town Romantic Comedy Series by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 4-6): A Small Town Romantic Comedy SeriesRomance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 4-6): A Small Town Romantic Comedy Series by KL Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 4-6) by K.L. Montgomery, includes Badge Bunny, Wedding War, and Stage Mom. Each of these stories can be read as a standalone but there are interconnected characters.

Badge Bunny (book 4) – cop meets ER doc and boy do they bump heads.
Wedding War (book 5) – two rival families trying to save wedding businesses – fall in love?
Stage Mom (book 6) – a single mom with a daughter meets a nice guy.

These books will have you giggling over the crazy shenanigans but you are guaranteed a Happily-Ever-After. I might have to say these three are Rom-Coms are just what every romance reader needs to read.

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3): A Small Town Romantic Comedy Series by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3)Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery, includes Music Man, The Flip, and Plot Twist. Each of these stories can be read as a standalone but let me tell you one will not be enough. K.L. Montgomery’s characters are always so much fun to read. They will have you giggling over how sweet the romance is. And you are always guaranteed a Happily-Ever-After. I might have to say that Music Man might be my favorite, not only did it start the series but I am a sucker for a single dad.

Book 1: Music Man – single dad rock star romance
Book 2: The Flip – home improvement enemies-to-lovers
Book 3: Plot Twist – backstage theater romance

I highly recommend reading these books plus there are 3 more to this series and hopefully more.

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King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story By Brienne Dubh – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate StoryKing & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story by Brienne Dubh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gabby King has hated her best friend’s twin brother from the first day they meet due to a misunderstanding. Christian King thought his sister’s friend was just an annoying loudmouth who didn’t know how to keep her opinions to herself. But all it took was a night of drinking, honest conversation and a fake kiss to change things. Will this be a one-night thing or will they take their intense chemistry to another level?

This my first book by Brienne Dubh and it was addictive. These characters had me laughing at their bantering and steamy up my kindle with steaminess. Enemies always do make better lovers!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rewind Boxed SetRewind Boxed Set by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

MUST-READ SERIES!!

Rewind series is the debut novel by Rowan Shaw. If you are like me and love a really good romance in the LGTBQ community then this series is for you. This series takes place in Paris, France and each book you follow a different couple. As these books can be read as a standalone; I highly recommend reading in order do to interconnected characters.

Rowan’s writing was so truthful and emotional that I wanted to fight alongside these characters. You will be on a roller-coaster of emotions from Rewind to Rebound.

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2AM Secrets by M. Piper – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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2am Secrets2am Secrets by M. Piper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

2AM Secrets is my first book by M. Piper and all I can say is I want more. From the first chapter, I was hooked and couldn’t put this book down. Archer is Sadie’s twin brother’s best friend and of course, Archer is off-limits but that doesn’t stop these two from having secret feelings for each other. Archer is ready to stake his claim on Sadie, but will one night be enough or are they going to have to sneak around? And we know someone is going to catch them it’s only a matter of time.

WARNING – your reading device may see some smoke, due to some very hot bedroom scenes. This book will have you laughing out loud and rooting for this couple to make it work. I can’t wait to see if there is going to be a second book about Sam and one of Sadie’s friends.

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Scoring Chance: A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Scoring Chance : A Mile High Miners NovellaScoring Chance : A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Scoring Chance is a Mile High Miners novella by Lane Martin. I have to admit I am not a big sports romance lover but this fast-paced enjoyable read had me wanting more. Rhett Crawford and Eden Snow both have a past that you will have you turning the pages and their instant connection was sizzling. Plus when a teammate tells you that someone is “forbidden fruit” you know that is just going to make you what that person a little bit more.
Lane Martin’s writing was great just the right amount of details to get you hooked but not too many to draw things out. I have to know more about the other characters in this world; please let there be more books.

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Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2)Taming Zane by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Taming Zane is the second book in the Almost Perfect series by Lisa Lanay and also just happens to be my second book by this author. Zane and Shannon meet on a plane to San Francisco, then spend a week getting to know each other while having some killer chemistry. Is this a one-week romance or can Zane and Shannon make a relationship happen if they live in two different cities?

This was a light-hearted and corny-sweet romance that had my attention from beginning to end. I can’t wait to see what this series has in store for me next!

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The Runaround: A Single Dad Romantic Comedy (Carolina Connections Book 6) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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The Runaround (Carolina Connections #6)The Runaround by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Runaround might be the sixth book in the Carolina Connections series. But you can read it as your first book by Sylvie Stewart like I did and want more. Ari and Jax are perfect for each other between the bickering and the flirty text you will swoon. No matter what was going on in their lives and let me tell you there was a lot going on. They seem to be each other’s calm in a storm.

Jax and Lola’s (his daughter)relationship was rocky at first but sweet and emotional that my heart broke for Lola at one point.

This book had its slow moments in the beginning but when things started to move faster I found myself unable to start reading. I loved the secondary characters, that I have to go back and find out what happened in their books because I can see more drunk girl night with lots of laughs.

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Rebound (Rewind #4) by Rowan Shaw – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rebound (Rewind #4)Rebound by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rebound is the fourth book in the Rewind series by Rowan Shaw. Even thou Rebound can be read as a standalone, I would highly suggest reading every book due to the interconnected characters. This story might be my favorite not only for the hot and oh so steamy bedroom scenes but for the exploring of these relationships.

Rowan Shaw is becoming a go-to author for me in the LGBTQ romance community. I know the subject of Polyamorous Bisexual Romance is either a hit or miss with some readers, but this reader loves learning about how love can be between anyone who is open to love in any variety.

I can’t wait to see if we get more books in this series or what Rowan will write about next.

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts Book 3) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, #3)A Sun So Bright by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Sun So Bright is the third book in the Reigning Hearts series by K.G. Fletcher. Fiona Merrill is a New York City socialite who has never wanted for anything until a New Year’s Eve kiss had her wanting companionship. Chris Ballard just so happened to be the nice guy who gave Fiona that kiss. But can Chris take the “City” out of this City-Girl?

This sweet fake relationship turned blurbed lines into a romance that I couldn’t put down. K’s writing always seems to have every one of my emotions on high alert. I can’t wait to see what she has in store for me next. Highly recommend this author and any one of her series.

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan, #3)BELOVED by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beloved is the third book in the 21st Century Courtesan series by Pamela DuMond. This series must be read in order to get a full understanding of past and present events.

Evie’s first love from when she was a teenager comes back into her life and everything might be changing. It’s more than just the first boy its also his brother who just bought the company she works for and her boyfriend who is ready for the next step in their relationship but is it for the right reasons. And let’s not forget about “The Devoted Fan” writing letters throughout the book, but the last letter has me wanting the final book ASAP.

Pamela’s writing is so good between all the “bedroom” times and the heartbreaking moments, my feelings were all over the place.

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Second Chance (The Flowers in December Trilogy) by Jane Suen – Review by Jessica Leombruo

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Second Chance (Flowers in December #3)Second Chance by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Second Chance is the conclusion to the Flowers in December series. After Coming Home, I thought we wouldn’t get the chance to see Connor and Mary Ann find their way back to one another. It was an emotional and heartbreaking but sweet story that I have been hoping for since I first read this series. Jane Suen’s words prove that no matter what life throws at you, love will always find a way to win. I highly recommended this series to any who believes in Second Chances.

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Rule (The Larussio Legacy Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Rule The Larussio Legacy (#1)Rule The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rule the first book in the Larussio Legacy was a 2 for 1 full of suspense – more of older characters and meeting new ones. We get more of Chase and Kate for the Prestian series (which I SO need to read!) but I fell for them in Torzial Affair series. Plus you meet Gio and Serena and see the start of their emotional love story.

With every Via Mari book, I get sucked into a world that I can’t get enough of. She knows how to keep you on the edge and deliver some sexy melt the pages moments. I am impatiently waiting to see what will happen next.

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Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 2) by Maddie Wade & India Kells – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel #2)Hidden Obsession by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hidden Obsession by India Kells and Maddie Wade was steamy, action-packed read with a twist that I didn’t see coming. Mason and Cleo are co-workers that have been fighting their attraction for one another until Cleo found herself with a stalker. Mason being the protector type on man has Cleo coming to stay with him and that where things begin to shift in their relationship. Can Mason and the team of Alliance find this stalker before Cleo past catches up to her?

This duo is easily becoming a favorite that I can’t wait to read more of. I highly recommend this series if your like me and love some suspense with your romances.

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