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CLAIM ME NOW (Heron Harbor Book 2) by Lea Nolan – Review by Michelle Austin

Claim Me NowClaim Me Now by Lea Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claim Me Now by Lea Nolan was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning and had a late night of reading because I didn’t want to put it down.

Raven gets some shocking news from her bosses children which includes that she is now unemployed. She is devastated due to the recent project she was working on and worried about her co-workers and their jobs. To get away she goes to her beach house for the weekend. What she didn’t expect was Jack Baines waking her up, and let’s say that was an interesting moment that had me LOL.

Jack was looking for a downtime weekend to regroup after taking over another company. He hasn’t been happy with how his stepfather has been running things and has plans for when he takes over. He didn’t expect to find Raven at the home he had rented for the weekend.

They both decided to try and share the house for the weekend. The attraction between them was too much and they have a very steamy evening that turns into a weekend thing. When a storm hit’s things take a dangerous twist and we get an even bigger glimpse into the hunky man. There is so much more to this read than two people falling in love, there are some things from the past that come up and we get another HUGE twist that throws Raven for a loop. Will these two let their walls down and get a HEA? Overall I really enjoyed this read, both characters were great and all of the secondary characters added a great element as well. If you are looking for a great read with more than romance this is the series and book for you. I look forward to reading more from the series. 1-click and get started today.

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All I Want for Christmas by Vivian Fiano – Review by Michelle Austin

All I Want for ChristmasAll I Want for Christmas by Vivian Fiano
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All I Want for Christmas by Vivian Fiano was a great 5 star read.

Kinsley is excited and planning for when Brysen comes home on leave for the holidays. She hasn’t seen him in months. But she ends up getting a call that ends up ruining her plans and breaking her heart. Brysen feels terrible for having to break his girls heart but he has a mission to complete. Will he be able to make it up to Kinsley?

Overall I really enjoyed this short read, there is an unexpected twist that makes your heart melt. My heart went out to Kinsley coming from a military family myself it does get difficult not having family home for the holidays. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. We also get a glimpse into another read following the ending of this one. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today on this holiday romance.

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Fake Fiancé (A Second Chance Office Romance) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle Austin

Fake Fiancé: A Second Chance Office RomanceFake Fiancé: A Second Chance Office Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fake Fiancé: A Second Chance Office Romance by Amy McKinley was a great 5 star read.

Adeline is graduating college and heading out of town to go work in Italy. a sorority sister is going on maternity and she will be working in her place for a few months. She has a goal and this will help her get to those goals.

Stone is a business man and is currently renovating a hotel and has been having some strange dreams. When his new intern starts he’s not sure what to think at first. The poor girl is clumsy and the way these two first met was interesting and I felt for Adeline when she tripped and fell in his office, I was embarrassed for her and LOL at the same time. When there is a twist regarding a hotel property he has his eye on, he offers a contract to Adeline. She agrees to be his fake fiance, but will they be able to keep the feelings fake?

Overall this was a great read, there are a few things going on in the story that make things interesting and difficult at times for the characters. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story and I loved the historical connection as well. If you’re looking for a read that pulls you right in, 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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First, We Kill All the Lawyers (Donovan Trait Series) by Seelie Kay – Review by Michelle Austin

First, We Kill All the LawyersFirst, We Kill All the Lawyers by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First, We Kill All the Lawyers by Seelie Kay was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning.

Donovan is a highly respected lawyer in Chicago with a secret, he’s a vampire. When things take a serious twist after a case and someone attempts to take his life Donovan needs to find out who is after him and why? When other lawyers start to die it becomes very obvious that someone is focusing on lawyers.

Overall I really enjoyed this thrilling read. I really liked Donovan, he was handsome, smart and so much more. The additional characters also added a great element to the story. We also get the killers POV which allows us to see the person’s thoughts and craziness. I was on the edge of my seat trying to guess who the killer was and their motive. If you’re looking for a thrilling read that pulls you right in, 1-click and get started today on this one. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Gianluca (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza – Review by Michelle Austin

Gianluca (Marini Family #1)Gianluca by Isabella Cassazza
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gianluca (Marini Family) by Isabella Cassazza
Was a great 5 star read.

Callie was excited for the opportunity her aunt has given her to go to Europe and work as an intern for a few months before she has to start school. Gianluca has worked very hard for what he has in his career and his goal is to be CEO. When he finds out who his intern will be he isn’t thrilled at all, he will not let an inexperienced american ruin his chance at finally getting everything he wanted.

When they travel to Tuscany for a photo shoot, Gianluca tries to make things really hard for Callie. She is determined not to let him ruin this chance that her aunt has given her, she ends up being his savior at the shoot. This opens his eyes and they both start to feel an attraction developing. Will they become something more?

Overall this was a great read. Gianluca had a very large ego so it took me a bit to warm up to him. I really liked Callie. She was a sweet hard working girl. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. The author does a great job of pulling you right in with her writing. If you are looking for a great read that pulls you right in, 1-click and get started today.

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Secure Boxed Set: Chase Security Series Books 1-3 by R.L. Dunn – Review by Michelle Austin

Secure Boxed Set (Chase Security #1-3)Secure Boxed Set by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secure Boxed Set (Chase Security #1-3) by R.L. Dunn was a great 5 star read.

Secure Desire – Book 1
All I can say is wow, I was pulled in right from the beginning.

Cassie is an FBI agent who has had a couple of huge tragedies in her life. She has closed herself off from any type of relationship, she’s damaged.
Ian Chase met Cassie six years prior and was smitten with her, seeing her again now has brought the feelings back and he starts to pursue her. Ian is an ex-Navy Seal who owns his own successful private security team and I might add is extremely hot.

Cassie remembers meeting Ian but had suffered a traumatic event that has caused her to shut down and have panic attacks. She’s afraid to get close to anyone for fear of rejection.

You won’t like me once you know what I am – Cassie

There is a huge twist at a charity event that had my emotions all over the place. I will warn it does get graphic and had me cringing at times. My heart went out to Cassie and everything that she went through. I was on the edge of my seat pretty much the whole time waiting to see what was coming next. Can Ian and his team keep Cassie safe? Will Cassie finally let Ian into her heart?

There is so much more to this read. I loved all of the characters, they all added great elements to the story. Some I didn’t care for, some I loved. I can’t wait to see more from several of them.

Secure Again: Book 2
Once I started I couldn’t put it down. There is so much going on with all the characters.
Elizabeth is a surgeon and Martin is the CEO of Chase Security.

Elizabeth is a very caring person and becomes concerned when she starts seeing patients from the local jail coming in with injuries. When Martin gets called home after his brother has been shot, he finds out that Elizabeth is the one keeping his brother alive. These two have a history that didn’t end well for them.

As the investigation continues on both the shooting and the jail injuries things intensify. Can Chase Security get the answers and solve the mystery? Will Elizabeth and Martin reconnect and have a second chance at a HEA?

Overall I loved this book, I was pulled right in and couldn’t wait to see what was coming next. You get suspense, mystery, romance and so much more. I am really enjoying this series. All of the secondary characters are great.

Secure Heart: Book 3
Once I started I didn’t want to put it down. I was excited to read Julian’s story.

Holly is a singer and songwriter trying to make ends meet for her and her son. When something scary happens to her she decides to hire Chase Security which is where she meets Julian. The more time they spend together feelings start to develop.

Julian has started with Chase Security and is trying to move forward from his past. He gets a job watching over a single mom and her daughter. He’s also working on a serial killer case. Will he be able to help them and find the serial killer?

Overall this was a great read. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what was coming next. We get action, love, suspense and so much more. All of the characters added a great element to the story. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I look forward to reading more from this series and the author. 1-click and get started today on this great set.

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Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Michelle Austin

Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel #2)Urban Justice by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel #2) by India Kells was a great 5 star read. I was pulled in right from the beginning.

We start with Luke and a buddy exploring the tunnels under Chicago, after sending his friend back Luke ends up coming up on a dangerous scene that brings him face to face with the vigilante.

The vigilante is working to get a dangerous drug off the streets. Sloane ends up approaching Luke to see if he wants to help. As he is working with Sloane they discover a connection between them. With everyone working towards the same thing, will they be able to keep everyone safe and get the drugs off the streets?

Overall this was a great thrilling read. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I really think these two were perfect for each other, they seemed to have several similarities in their life. If you are looking for a great edge of your seat read, 1-click and get started today.

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Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie: A Gripping Thriller (Jake Wolfe Book 1) by Mark Nolan – Review by Michelle Austin

Dead Lawyers Don't Lie (Jake Wolfe, #1)Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie (Jake Wolfe #1) by Mark Nolan
Was a thrilling 5 star read that pulls you in right from the beginning.

Jake is working on a job that had him following a lawyer, things take a dangerous twist when the lawyer is killed and he captures a picture of the killer known as The Artist. The Artist is fully aware of Jake and adds him to his list, he has a job to take out three dirty lawyers and he won’t let anyone get in his way.

Jake has a friend on the police force that he assists, he was also in the Marines with him so they have a bond. Can they find the killer before he strikes again?

Overall this was a great read. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. You won’t want to put it down until you finish. We get multiple POV which I love so we can get into the killer’s head as well. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.

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The Bullet Theory (Dr. Nolan Mills Book 1) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Michelle Austin

The Bullet Theory (Dr. Nolan Mills, #1)The Bullet Theory by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Bullet Theory (Dr. Nolan Mills, #1) by Sonya Jesus
This book pulled me in and broke my heart within the first couple of chapters.

Eleanor is a police officer and when she was called in to help with a case she didn’t realize how much it would change her life. Now she’s trying to move forward and she has set her mind to helping her fiance work on a case, but not for the reason he thinks. She agrees to go see a counselor, this is where she meets Nolan.

Nolan is a psychiatrist who Eleanor believes may have files on the proxy killer and she wants to get her hands on them. Will Eleanor get the revenge she is seeking?

Overall this was a thrilling read, the author pulls you right in. All of the characters added a great element to the story. There are some very emotional scenes that had me ugly crying. The pain that Eleanor went through, no one should ever have to experience. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today on this one. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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The Sound of Silence by Dakota Willink – Review by Michelle Austin

The Sound of SilenceThe Sound of Silence by Dakota Willink
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sound of Silence by Dakota Willink was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled right in by this story and couldn’t put it down.

Gianna was working as a bartender when she met her husband. He came to her rescue when a patron was getting a little handsy. Little did she know how her world would shift after meeting him.

We jump ahead to their wedding day, this is when she gets the first glimpse at a different side to her husband after he finds her talking to Derek, a man she had just met. We jump ahead a few more years and things have taken a serious turn that has left her world in shambles and she is living in fear. He has control of everything and my heart broke for her and what she was going through.

With a huge twist she finally finds her chance to get away and she runs. And fate steps in and puts her in the same apartment building as the man she met on her wedding night. When he sees her he can’t believe his eyes, he can see something in her eyes that concerns him. Derek has an immediate need to protect her.

Has Gianna finally gotten away? Will she be able to find a HEA with Derek?

Overall this was a great read. I will warn you that there are some very extreme scenes that could cause triggers for some. I was in tears reading some of them. The author does a great job with her writing, she pulls you right in. I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today on this great thrilling read.

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Unwrapped by Evelyn Sola – Review by Michelle Austin

UnwrappedUnwrapped by Evelyn Sola
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unwrapped by Evelyn Sola was a good 4 star read.
This was a fun read about a daughter falling for her mothers boss.

Nick’s uncle talked him into coming and working at his office in Boston. Lets just say he didn’t make many friends on his first day in the office. He felt like his uncle was a little too lax with his staff and Nick didn’t have plans to be the same way.

At the company Christmas party he meets Miranda and is instantly attracted to her. One problem stands in his way…..he’s her mothers boss and she doesn’t care much for him. Nick ends up convincing her to try a relationship, he wants to go public but she isn’t quite ready to tell her mother.

What will happen when her mother learns the truth? Can they have a HEA?

Overall this was a good read, we get some really steamy scenes and these two had a great connection that came off the pages. My only issue is I didn’t care for Miranda’s excuses for not wanting to tell her mother, I got slightly annoyed by her along with Nick. There is an unexpected twist that brings the secret to a head. All of the secondary characters were great, I really liked Nicks family. If you are looking for a fun steamy romance this is the one for you. 1-c.ick and get started today.

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Dreaming of Christmas: 5 complete, sweet holiday romances by Joanne Dannon – Review by Michelle Austin

Dreaming of ChristmasDreaming of Christmas by Joanne Dannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dreaming of Christmas by Joanne Dannon was a good 4 star read.

We get five short stories:
1. A Magical Christmas in Jerusalem
2. Another Magical Christmas in Jerusalem
3. Christmas Kiss, New Year’s Wish
4. Christmas Kiss in London
5. Christmas Kiss: But only for the holidays

A Magical Christmas in Jerusalem, Kiara is going on a trip her grandmother had always wanted to take with her grandfather, spend Christmas in Jerusalem. Kiara ends up meeting a very handsome man (Jacques) that turns out to be one of their tour guides. When he takes her on special little trips they start to connect and fall in love. Will these two follow their hearts or is this only a holiday romance?

Another Magical Christmas in Jerusalem, Tom is in Jerusalem to celebrate his friend’s wedding. When he meets Lucie they have an instant connection. He’s not used to large families and is slightly overwhelmed by hers. Lucie has always dreamed of being a writer and having a family as well. Can these two get a HEA?

Christmas Kiss, New Year’s Wish, Taylor has a secret crush on her best friend of 20 years. Luca has returned from working at NASA and shares with her that he has been asked to do another two-year contract. When they unexpectedly share a kiss, things start to swirl in Taylors head and Luca is confused as well. Could he feel the same way she does? Can these two have more than a friendship?

Christmas Kiss in London, the way that Amber meets works in a clinic helping couples conceive and start families and she has been thinking more and more about her future. After a Christmas party where she met someone annoying and pretended to friend him on Facebook, she ends up getting a private message from the man she did friend and from there they start talking. They connect on so many levels and when she goes to visit him sparks fly. Will they continue as friends or go for more? I really liked these two, this was my favorite story in this collection.

Christmas Kiss: But only for the holidays, Jenna is a model down on her luck and currently back at her parents house. With the holidays coming she has to pretend she’s happy or her mother will try and set her up with someone. Leo has found himself single and needs to find someone to be his date for several events. The last person he wants to ask is his friend Jenna but he runs out of options. Jenna wasn’t thrilled to see Leo, he’s boring and not her type. But when he makes her an offer she can’t refuse she agrees to help him. As they spend more time together the closer they get. Can these two opposites have a HEA?

Overall I really enjoyed all of these holiday romances. Each couple was great and the authors pulled you right in with their writing. If you’re looking for a great collection to read, 1-click and get started today.

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At Last (The Adams Brothers BOOK 1) by Mindy McKinley – Review by Michelle Austin

At Last (Adams Brothers, #1)At Last by Mindy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

At Last (Adams Brothers, #1) by Mindy McKinley was a great 5 star read.
This was a cute story that pulled me in right from the beginning.

Lula is a quirky teacher at East High, very low key and doesn’t get much attention. When her friend talks her into singing at a jazz club she gets all dolled up and she ends up seeing the hot teacher Dominic in the crowd. Dominic has always been known as a womanizer and has no relationships.

Dominic’s brother talked him into going to a jazz club with him. What he didn’t expect to see was Lula looking mighty hot, she looks a lot different than she does in school. Now he can’t stop thinking about her and is looking for ways to talk to her at school. As they start spending more time together he breaks down her walls and gets to know her better. We also get a glimpse into Dominic’s life as well. When Lula gets some unexpected information from her grandmother she is determined to find her father. Dominic has some concerns about her searching and is determined to keep her safe.

Overall this was a great read, these two are so cute and perfect together. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. We do get a couple of steamy scenes. The writer does a great job with her writing and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. 1-click and get started today.

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle Austin

Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett was a great 5 star read.

Grumbler is approached about his bike being used for a photo shoot with some models. He agrees and at the photo shoot he meets Mary and her daughter Alicia, who is one of the models. We jump ahead a few weeks when Grumbler finds out that a photo was sold and he didn’t get his money. When he gets in touch with Mary and Alicia he finds that they haven’t been paid yet either. So he is determined to find the photographer and get what’s due to them. There is a scary twist and Alicia finds herself in a not so great situation and she goes to Grumber for help. From here things get more interesting.

As Grumbler spends more time with Mary there is a chemistry between them. Will Grumbler and his MC be able to find the photographer? Will he and Mary have a HEA?
All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. I really liked how great Grumbler was with Alicia and how comfortable she was going to him for help.
If you’re looking for a great MC read this is the one for you, 1-click and get started today.

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The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells – Review by Michelle Austin

The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set - Book 1-3 + NovellaThe Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells was a great 5 star read.
We get a great collection of the first three books in one along with a novella.

Broken Magic:
Valeria is a witch and her father is an enforcer. She has been given the job of hunting and killing those who are a danger to the supernaturals. This is when she meets Asher, he is the head of the werewolves that she was hunting. There is a connection between these two. But….if they were to be together it could mean death. Are they willing to take that chance?
Something wacky also goes on with Valeria’s magic that causes tragedy causing her to be banished. We jump ahead a couple of years when she runs into Asher again but it’s not a pleasant visit, he has plans to kill her. Overall this was a great read with several unexpected twists and turns.

Blind Magic:
Sera is a witch who is gradually losing her sight. She is curious and likes to learn about things and she isn’t shy about asking people questions. I loved the scene where she asked Ian to turn for her so she could see how it was done.

We move forward with a great story with mystery and twist and turns. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I really liked Sera’s strength and fierceness in protecting her loved ones. The connection between Sera and Ian was great, you could feel it coming off the pages.

Dead Magic:
Finn is a very old vampire, he is at the point where he is ready to meet his maker. However, when a certain someone connects with him and asks for his help, his plans change immediately. She is the one and only person he would stay for.

Violet lost her parents to a vampire and should hate them but something about Finn pulls her in and she can’t stop thinking about him. He’s different from the others. When Finn arrives to help Violet, they discover that working together makes them stronger, can they work together to keep Violet safe and help with her internal war?

Overall this was a great read, my emotions were all over the place. The characters were all great. I love Violet and Finn’s connection.

Hidden Magic (Novella):
This is Kat and Brant’s story. These two have a great chemistry that comes off the pages.
Brant is a were-lynx and when Kat is kidnapped he is determined to find her. When he finds here will he be able to help her get through her demons and fears from her kidnapping? I really liked both characters from the start, Brant pulled me in right away with his feelings for Kat. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing, you feel like you’re right there with all of the characters. 1-click and get started today on this great collection. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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The Devil’s Day (The Lucky Devil Series Book 3) by Megan Mackie – Review by Michelle Austin

The Devil's DayThe Devil’s Day by Megan Mackie

The Devil’s Day (Lucky Devil #3) by Megan Mackie was a good 4 star read.

The series continues and I was excited to see what was coming next. It took me a bit to get pulled in but once I was I couldn’t put it down. Rune is preparing for a magical duel. We also get some sparks between Rune and Benedict. Both of these characters are great, We get action, adventure and so much more.

I would highly suggest that you read the first two books in the series, otherwise you may be lost. The author does a great job with her writing and pulls you right into their world. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today.

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A Merry Texan Christmas (The Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 3) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Michelle Austin

A Merry Texan Christmas (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 3)A Merry Texan Christmas by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Merry Texan Christmas (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #3) by Nicole Flockton was a fun 5 star read and once I started I couldn’t put it down.

Trey has retired from baseball and moved back to town. He has bought a bookstore and to get attention he decorates the storefront for Christmas. In doing this he has caused some hard feelings from Maggie.

Maggie is the school librarian and she loves Christmas. Her biggest joy is decorating all the store fronts. On her way to work she gets a shocker when she sees a crowd in front of the bookstore. She discovers that her high school crush Trey is back in town and is now her biggest competition for storefront decorating.

Trey is immediately drawn to Maggie, they both have the same love for Christmas and they have a connection. Maggie brushes the connection off thinking it’s nothing but her crush showing. As they spend more time together she starts to see more in Trey.

Can they have more together? Will Trey reconnect with his family?

Overall this was a great read. There were several things going on in Trey’s life along with pursuing Maggie. Their connection was great and you could feel the connection coming off the pages. I had some LOL moments and really enjoyed Maggie and her little dog. If you’re looking for a fun holiday romance 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Breaking Tessa by T. Christensen – Review by Michelle Austin

Breaking Tessa: A College Sport RomanceBreaking Tessa: A College Sport Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Breaking Tessa: A College Sport Romance by T. Christensen was a great 5 star read.
I was excited to read this book, once I started I didn’t want to put it down.

I really liked Jordan and Tessa. Tessa likes to keep to herself but when she meets Jordan things change. Jordan is a basketball start that gets everyone’s attention. But when Tessa gets his attention it’s game on. This is a great opposites attract sports romance. They of course have a not so easy path to true love. All of the characters were great but I didn’t care too much for his mother.

Will these two get a HEA?

Overall this was a great read and I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today on this great read.

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Big City Heat: A High-Rise Romance Anthology (A Steamy Contemporary Romance Box Set) – Review by Michelle Austin

Big City Heat: A High-Rise Romance AnthologyBig City Heat: A High-Rise Romance Anthology by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Big City Heat: A High-Rise Romance Anthology
by Hazel Storm, P.E. Kavanagh, Phoebe Alexander, Jodi Payne, Stella Williams, Lucy Eden, Jayce Ellis, Bree Kraemer, Aidy Award, Maida Malby, Moni Boyce, Emily Gray

This Anthology was a great 5 star read and a great opportunity to read a story from a new author or one of your favorites. These are two of my favorites from the collection.

THe 57th floor – Hazel Storm
This is Madelyn and Peter’s story. Madelyn is a matchmaker and her grandmother has set up a meeting for Madelyn to help Peter. After her grandmother has an accident she keeps the meeting with Peter. When they meet there are instant sparks but she has to keep it professional. Will they be able to resist the connection?

44th & Blue – Jody Payne
Benjamin gets a surprise when he meets the man finishing up the work on his new office space. Cole, who at the time was just a hookup but fate has other plans for them. Can these two have more than they thought?

Overall I really enjoyed all of the stories, we get a little bit of everything. I look forward to reading more from these authors. All of the characters were great. If you are looking for a great collection to read 1-click and get started today.

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Kismet Heart: A Protector Romance (A Surviving Love Novel Book 1) by Brinda Berry – Review by Michelle Austin

Kismet Heart: A Protector Romance (A Surviving Love Novel Book 1)Kismet Heart: A Protector Romance by Brinda Berry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kismet Heart: A Protector Romance (A Surviving Love Novel Book 1)
by Brinda Berry was a good 4 star read.

It took me just a bit in the beginning to get pulled in, once I got past a certain point I couldn’t put it down. Malerie has a heartbreaking childhood full of loss, she ends up being raised by her uncle.but encounters more heartache when she turns 18. There are moments that trigger PTSD for Malerie as well, from what she encountered with her mother.
There is a need to protect her, but from what?
Ace has his own security business and is hired to keep Malerie safe. Will he be able to keep things professional?

Who is after Malerie and can Ace keep her safe?

Overall this was a good read. The characters were good but it took me a bit to warm up to Ace. There was something about him that I wasn’t so sure about at first. But Malerie liked him and had an instant connection with him. We get so much in this story suspense, romance, heartache and so much more. The story is told in dual POV which I enjoyed so we could see what each of them were thinking. If you’re looking for a good suspense series, 1-click and get started today on book one.

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The Lies Between Us: A Psychic Romantic Suspense (Deadly Secrets Book 4) by Cynthia Cooke – Review by Michelle Austin

The Lies Between Us: Deadly Secrets Book 4The Lies Between Us: Deadly Secrets Book 4 by Cynthia Cooke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lies Between Us: Deadly Secrets Book 4 by Cynthia Cooke was a good 4 star read.

Tom is working on a dangerous case involving a drug lord. His wife thinks he’s on a business trip but there is more to the story. His informant has disappeared and he is trying to find her.

When her husband fails to check in with his wife she gets worried and decides to come looking for him. She has a feeling that he’s in trouble and she needs to get to him before it’s too late.

What will happen when their secrets are revealed? Will they get out safely?

Overall this was a great read, we get drama, action, danger and so much more. I really liked both characters. Cat is a strong woman who can definitely take care of herself and her loved ones. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. The author pulls you in with her writing and I can’t wait to read more from her. 1-click and get started today.

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The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga Book 3) by Michele Sims – Review by Michelle Austin

The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga)The Fire God Tour by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga #3) by Michele Sims was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning.

Miles is a hip hop mogul known as “Ari” and at the top of his career. Bella works in marketing for Miles. The more that they work together the more they start to notice each other and their attraction to each other. Bella is very good at her job and impresses Miles even if he gave her the nickname Ice Queen.

Can these two have more than a working relationship? Will Miles help Bella get over her fear of fire?.

Overall I really enjoyed this read. Bella was great, she is smart and determined with the exception of being afraid of fire. Miles (Ari) pulled me right in and I really liked him. The author pulls you in with her writing and you feel like you’re right there with the characters. If you’re looking for a great romance read with a hot rocker than 1-click and get started today.

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Love Surreptitiously by Tarrah Anders – Review by Michelle Austin

Love SurreptitiouslyLove Surreptitiously by Tarrah Anders
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Surreptitiously by Tarrah Anders was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the start.

I loved Sydney right from the start. She doesn’t get great news at her job and she decides to indulge in some alcohol before heading home. Her train ride home had me LOL. I loved it.
This is where she meets a hot good smelling man that makes sure she gets home safely.

The next morning she and her roommate dub him as “Prince Charming”. When she gets to work they get an email announcing a new boss and this is where it gets even more fun and interesting. Her new boss is “Prince Charming”.

Quinn was pleasantly surprised to see the girl from the train again. Can he convince Sydney to go out with him? What will happen when secrets come out?

Overall I really enjoyed this read and LOL several times. I loved Sydney and her verbal diarrhea and Quinn was great and perfect for her. All of the secondary characters add a great element to the story. If you’re looking for a great taboo office romance with humor than 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes – Review by Michelle Austin

Grosse PointeGrosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes was a good 4 star read.
This is a historical mafia romance set in the 20’s. It took a bit to get used to the irish dialect.
The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing.

This is Brek’s story, he uses his memories of Gabriella to help him get through some difficult times. We get a mixture of prohibition and mafia danger. When Brek was 15 he traveled to the US, he gets involved in the alcohol and drug scene. The relationship he has with Gabriella is a huge emotional rollercoaster.

Can these two geta HEA?

Overall this was a good read, all of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. We get danger, mafia and so much more. If you’re looking for a historical romance with Irish dialect this is the book for you. 1-click and get started today.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle Austin

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spicetopia Boxed Set is a great must read collection of some very hot and steamy reads. All of the characters are great.

Sugar & Spice
Jolie is a single mom who works as the Red Velvet Queen at Sweetopia and Cy who is known as the black sheep bad boy in his family works in the Cotton Candy Castle bakery.

Cy has been sent to work undercover by his family. When he sees Jolie he was instantly pulled in by her, you could feel the sparks coming off the pages. Jolie is a very hard worker, with two jobs to support her family. When she finds out who Cy is will everything change? What will happen if her secrets come out?

Overall I really enjoyed this book. I really got the undercover boss vibe in this read, which I really enjoyed. All of the characters added a great element to the story and I can’t wait to read more from this series to see what’s coming next.

Virtue & Vice
We start where book one left off. Moon and Katja are swingers that Cy and Jolie met in Greece. Moon and Katja are excited to work with Cy and Jolie on their adult theme park, even though at first they weren’t sure if it was going to be a reality.

Can they really make an adult theme park work?

Overall I really enjoyed this book and I highly suggest reading book one first. All of the characters were great and I’m excited to see what’s coming next in the series. I will warn that there is some BDSM and some very hot and steamy scenes at times with two couples in a scene, some of the scenes are mighty hot and might melt your kindle.

Fire & Ice
Let’s just say that Fire & Ice describes these two characters to a tee.

Neve is head of security and Enya is the Director of PR for Spicetopia. They end up on a PR tour by themselves, when Cy has to return home unexpectedly. Neve doesn’t like to talk much and Enya is the complete opposite. She really annoys the crap out of Neve. They make it through the tour and return back to Spicetopia to discover that someone is trying to sabotage the park before it even opens.

During the staff only evening at the park lets just say that Neve and Enya have a very interesting encounter in the dungeon. Enya shares some interesting personal information with Neve and they discover they have some things in common. Just as things start to get even more steamy all heck breaks loose at the park.

WIll they find out who is behind the sabotage? Can these two actually have something between them?

There is so much more to the story from here. We get some crazy twists, mystery, suspense, etc. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see who was trying to sabotage everything. This is a great opposites attract read. I really liked Neve and Enya these two were exactly what they needed in their lives. Be warned that once you start you won’t want to stop until your done. This is my favorite in the series so far and I can’t wait to read more.

Naughty & Nice
Big things are going on at Spicetopia, Natalie is planning Cy and Jolie’s wedding. She meets Micah when he arrives a few days early. He is officiating the nuptials and was a little interested in checking out the park.

These two have an instant connection, they connected on so many levels. They had some great conversations that made you think about things. Can these two have more? Will everything go good for the wedding?

Overall I really enjoyed this book and these two. Natalie was great, she wasn’t afraid to speak her mind, at times she was told she intimidated men. Being an Empath she can feel things. Micah has a past that has sort of dictated how he’s been living his life.

If you’re looking for a great steamy set of books, I highly suggest 1-clicking and getting started.

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Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Michelle Austin

Better To Have LovedBetter To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Better To Have Loved: A True Story by Christy Nicholas was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning, we do shift past to present as well.

This is the journey of Julie through many life adventures and life lessons. When she ends up pregnant she decides to keep the baby. We also get Kirsten’s story (Julie’s daughter) as she tries to find her birth father.

Overall this story pulls you right in. Each of these ladies journeys tug at your heartstrings as you hope for the best. We get adventure, love, loss, mystery and so much more. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing and you feel like you’re right there with them. The author’s note at the end is a must read. Jumping between the two in the story was pretty easy to keep up with. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.

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She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Michelle Austin

She's No CowgirlShe’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

She’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning.

From a young age Kennedy was into sports, she was so determined that she even played one year of tackle football. She wasn’t allowed to return to football so she has decided to take a different journey that will allow her to be fully involved in the sports world. Another role that is usually ruled by men, she is determined to prove women can do just as good as men. I love her character so much.

Hunter’s family is in ranching, he is a college football player during the school year. He wants more for himself other than taking over the family business. When Hunter meets Kennedy you can feel the sparks fly and chemistry come off the pages. These two have so much in common with sports and have the same goals.

Will they both be successful in their goals? Can they have a HEA?

Overall I really enjoyed this couple and their story. All of the secondary characters were great. If you’re looking for a read that pulls you right in this is the book for you. The author does a great job with her writing and pulls you right in. 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Her Billionaire Daddy (Western Daddy Doms Book One) by Allison West – Review by Michelle Austin

Her Billionaire Daddy (Western Daddy Doms Book 1)Her Billionaire Daddy by Allison West
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Her Billionaire Daddy (Western Daddy Doms #1) by Allison West was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in right from the beginning and couldn’t put it down.

Who would have thought doing a favor for his sister would bring Martin face-to-face with someone from his past? Someone that might just be able to help him with a dilemma he is having.

When Martin see’s Samantha she is very familiar to him, then he realizes who she is. For years Samantha had a crush on Martin and was his sister’s best friend. She is now a popular romance writer. Martin has a reputation of being a playboy and Samantha doesn’t want to be a notch on his bedpost. Martin has to find a wife to improve his reputation for an important work deal. Samantha is the perfect person and he is surprised and relieved at her answer to his question.

Can these two keep it professional and stick to the deal? Will they be able to make it through some very challenging times?

Overall I really enjoyed this book. There are several twists and turns and people trying to cause problems. All of the characters were great. The connection these two have was off the charts. We get some steamy moments as well. If you’re looking for a great steamy read and a great couple 1-click and get started on this hot series now. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

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Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle Austin

Reign The Larussio LegacyReign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari (Goodreads Author) was a thrilling 5 star read.
We continue with this edge of your seat series and I couldn’t stop until I was done.

Giovanni and Serena pull you right into their story. Serena is struggling with putting her family in danger by being with Gio. Because of some of her choices Gio and his team struggle to keep her safe. After a dangerous twist she finally gets it and realizes her place is with Gio.

Can Gio keep Serena and her family safe? Will her nonna ever accept her love for Gio?

Overall this was a great read. There are several twists and turns. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. I did however have some frustration with Serena and some of her early decisions, but she finally got it. We get steamy moments, action, suspense and so much more. If you’re looking for a great series that pulls you right in I highly suggest this one. 1-click and get started today.

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series #3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Michelle Austin

Secure Heart (Chase Security Series Book 3)Secure Heart by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secure Heart (Chase Security Series Book 3) by R.L. Dunn was a great 5 star read.
Once I started I didn’t want to put it down. I was excited to read Julian’s story.

Holly is a singer and songwriter trying to make ends meet for her and her son. When something scary happens to her she decides to hire Chase Security which is where she meets Julian. The more time they spend together feelings start to develop.

Julian has started with Chase Security and is trying to move forward from his past. He gets a job watching over a single mom and her daughter. He’s also working on a serial killer case. Will he be able to help them and find the serial killer?

Overall this was a great read. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what was coming next. We get action, love, suspense and so much more. All of the characters added a great element to the story. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I look forward to reading more from this series and the author. 1-click and get started today.

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