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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Christine Baranek

The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Reluctant Suitor
By: Stacy-Deanne

Stacy-Deanne has become an author that I get excited when I see that she has a new release because I know that it will be a book that I will enjoy from the moment I pick it up. She has yet to disappoint me with this. This book is one in a series, and although there is overlap in some characters from book to book, there is no doubt in my mind that each book works as a standalone. Billie Jean is such a fantastic main character who is fighting for the rights of her people, in a time where it can be dangerous to do so. Fisher is a man from a wealthy family who begins to develop feelings for Billie Jean, even though he knows that he definitely shouldn’t. The chemistry between the two of them absolutely jumps off of the page. I also love the historical story line and how this book features a strong female lead. These are stories that need to be told, even if they are fictional,. I love that Stacy-Deanne does not shy away from these complicated story lines and complicated times in history and instead uses them to create fantastic novels that you do not want to put down! Once again, this book leaves me anxiously awaiting Stacy-Deanne’s next release!

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Michelle Austin

Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. Being that this book is part of a series, reading book one will be helpful but not necessary. I love Rockstar romance and this one did not disappoint. We see more into Blu and his bad boy rocker life. He decides to take a break and ends up meeting someone that intrigues him. Ashleigh knows who he is and tries to keep him at arms length due to his colorful past. As they spend more time together they develop a friendship that Blu wants to take further but Ashleigh isn’t quite sure. Will he be able to get through her walls? Can they have a HEA?

Overall I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great. The author does a great job with her writing and I look forward to reading more from this series. If you like Rockstar romance you will want to 1-click and get started today.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who doesn’t love themselves an Irish , Scottish or British accent !? My knees go weak 😉and the thought of having Riordan whisper in my ear leaves me with goosebumps 🫣🥰

Priscilla had a major crush on Riordan as a young girl and when she offers herself on a platter and is “ rejected” she goes outside for a walk to clear her head but gets viciously attacked by Russians but Riordan came to her rescue and they paid with their lives ( wish I could use bad language) but she the disappears from his life but he’s always thought of her , always wondered and then one day their paths cross again in the company of Grigori , the Russian mobster …..

Priscilla’s dad worked for Riordan’s dad and their business is in the underworld but that fateful night changed things and Priscilla has now grown up and is out for revenge but in a lawful way as an undercover FBI agent and that is how her path crosses with Riordan’s …..

Priscilla is the reason Riordan is alive she warned him of danger and took a bulleti for him , it may cost her evidence and the chance to prove herself especially if she becomes his “wife” but Riordan won’t let her go but he’s going to help hee get what she wants even if it kills him , which it very nearly did !

Priscilla was “married “ before and her ex husband plays a monumental role in her rescue and safety and he’s also been a good father to her son and she’s got so much to protect that I’m overwhelmed for her but I also admire her strength and determination, she’s a strong and brave woman ❣️

Riordan loves fiercely and I was ready to hand myself over on platter 🥰🫣🤣 but he and Priscilla are definitely a better match , they were made for each other !

Loved every tense moment of this epic read 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I recently commented on a read that it was as if the universe knew just what I needed at that point in time and this was one of those reads , it came to help me forget , get lost , cry , get angry , live the story and it’s characters , love and just feel good about people and life and everything involved so what’s not to love !?

Katelyn is an equine therapist but she’s also beautiful , fearless and fierce . When she jumps in to save the day she catches the attention of Jim, he knows of a horse and rider that need her healing touch ………

Grant is troubled and his relationship with his horse Hugh is tense both man and horse are in dire need of healing , Grant is not an easy man but I love his Scottish accent and his butler / friend Jeffers .

I must hand it to Jeffers , he’s a kind and patient man but also humble to love Grant and his ways .

Katelyn loves a challenge and soon enough she’s headed North Carolina to meet Hugh and his master and let’s just say the the equine , troubled ad he is is easier to be with than his owner …

Katelyn has a good , kind heart and is genuinely a hard worker and watching her interact with Hugh , the stable hands , Jeffers and the Sutter family speaks volumes of her character but Grant prickles her a bit and brings out a feisty side to her 😉and it’s entertaining that’s for sure !

This really is like a retelling of beauty and the beast with a twist 🥰and a beautiful tale indeed and I enjoyed it so much that I’ve re read it three times!#truestorythelifeofabibliophile#

Russian and Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Katie Matthews

Russian and Royally ComplicatedRussian and Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to read this book after reading the first book in the series and it did not disappoint at all. I absolutely loved Lev and Daphne! They really were two of the best characters I have read about in a long time. They hated each other but that hate led to the most electric passion ever! The chemistry between them literally oozed off the pages! Because we had already met the characters in the first book I felt like their story was able to start with a bang and that it did! I loved the first book in this series but I have to admit I think this one has knocked it off the top spot! I was completely riveted form beginning to end – an absolutely fantastic read and one that I highly recommend!

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Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Katie Matthews

Royally ComplicatedRoyally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book so much! I absolutely adore these authors and I was glued to this book from beginning to end. A wonderful writing duo that you have absolutely no idea who writes which parts because they complement each other’s writing styles so much.
I loved Bridget – she was such a great character to read about and Prince Fynix was one of those characters you fall in love with instantly. I adore stories like this one when a royal falls in love with a normal down to earth person – definitely movie material this book! I loved all the twists and turns in the story and I was rooting for these two the whole way through the book!
Fantastic book and I can’t wait for the next one!

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A Forever Kind of Thing by Carrie Thomas and Melinda Harris – Review by Katie Matthews

A Forever Kind of ThingA Forever Kind of Thing by Carrie Thomas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book, I thought that it was a really good read and I find it easy to read. The characters were easy to engage with and I can imagine many young adult readers would really enjoy it.
There was a lot going on for our main character, Mina. She was the target of many bullies during her younger years and I really did feel for her, school can be an awful time for some people. I liked Wes, I didn’t think I would but he surprised me.
I loved the story was written by two authors and you had no idea! Their writing styles matched each other perfectly.
Overall this was a really enjoyed able read and one I would definitely recommend. I will be looking forward to reading more from these authors in the future.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Tori Mitton

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122995200-back-to-the-80-s” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Back to the 80’s” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1677105651l/122995200._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122995200-back-to-the-80-s”>Back to the 80’s</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7815704.S_E_Reichert”>S.E. Reichert</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5795321509″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Blaine owns an all 80’s theme store in the mall. The Morales construction company is buying out every building and apartment complexes near by to build the biggest brewery company. Blaine tells Eric and his sister Lorraine to give her a month. Make them fall in the live with the store. They end up falling in love with more than the store. The people, the city, history. All of it.
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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second book in the series ans is a great follow up to the first. This is a fun, entertaining rockstar Romance that I enjoyed reading. I thought the characters develop was.great. I loved watching their relationship develop and I also loved watching their interactions with other characters, especially Blu’s mum.
This author is firmly cementing herself as one that I will.happily read. Each of her books are so different and yet I have enjoyed everyone I have read. This was a great book and I look forward to more from this series.

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Russian and Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Rayne East

Russian and Royally ComplicatedRussian and Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brilliant!
Loved this story very much! Engaging, spicy, witty and well written. There was just enough balance between the angst and the romance. The differences between Lev and Daphne were a big sticking point and it was great that this was explore deeper and not just glossed over. Highly recommend!

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Tonya Merritt

Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this third book from the Protector Wolf Shifter series you’ll continue to follow Tamaska and her journey into shifting. I recommend reading from the beginning book as these aren’t stand alone books. It is a paranormal love story. It has action and mystery and stubbornness. It is an easy read and allows you vivid imagery.

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by Jules Herbert

Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4)Love Shots by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I LOVE this series and the fantastic characters brought to life by this talented author. They weave their way straight into your heart and stay there long after you’ve read the last word. I really loved Teddy and Summer. They are such fun characters. They have been friends for years and even though they had feelings for each other neither one was brave enough to tell the other. Life took them in different directions but now they are both back in Bluestone and they can’t fight their attraction and longer. This book can absolutely be read as a stand alone but why do that and miss out on all the other amazing books in this series!! Grab them all and get bingeing! You won’t regret even a second of it.

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by M Policicchio

Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4)Love Shots by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sweet romance about a 2nd chance at 1st love and true love. Summer and Teddy had been in love with each other since they were 10 years old. Things and people stood in their way until now. Now the only thing standing in their way was each other.

Summer was escaping a stalker ex while trying to refind her place in the world. Teddy was recently out of the military, needing time to recover after a really bad tour. Each returning to the only place they felt safe enough to start to heal, Mickey’s. Mickey’s was Summer’s grandfather’s bar until he recently sold out to Teddy, unknowingly stealing Summer’s dream. Now they are back in town, together, for the first time in about a decade.

Sparks fly. Feelings come out. Memories are relived. Flames are rekindled. Magic and romance happen. Exs appear.

If you are in the mood for cinnamon roll alphas and sweet romance, this is your jam!!

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by M Policicchio

Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4)Love Shots by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sweet romance about a 2nd chance at 1st love and true love. Summer and Teddy had been in love with each other since they were 10 years old. Things and people stood in their way until now. Now the only thing standing in their way was each other.

Summer was escaping a stalker ex while trying to refind her place in the world. Teddy was recently out of the military, needing time to recover after a really bad tour. Each returning to the only place they felt safe enough to start to heal, Mickey’s. Mickey’s was Summer’s grandfather’s bar until he recently sold out to Teddy, unknowingly stealing Summer’s dream. Now they are back in town, together, for the first time in about a decade.

Sparks fly. Feelings come out. Memories are relived. Flames are rekindled. Magic and romance happen. Exs appear.

If you are in the mood for cinnamon roll alphas and sweet romance, this is your jam!!

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Ashley Sugar

The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This small town historic romance book has some pretty hard issues within its pages. Billie is fighting for her rights and equality! And she’s also falling for someone, that others don’t agree with. This book sucked me right in because of the angst, the drama and the story alone! I really enjoyed the characters and I wish the book was a bit longer so I could read more about them. I always get sad when a book ends. Super fast paced book!

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Crystal Jimmo

Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I gotta say I had fun reading this book. The chemistry between Ashleigh and Blu had me holding my sides when I was laughing. They were fun with each other and Ashleigh challenged Blu to be better and the shenanigans that Blu did to try and wear Ashleigh own had me in stitches. Both are really sweet characters and there were some moments where I wanted to beat them over their heads, but overall I really did like the characters. I love when author’s do the dual POV’s because its great getting an inside look of how the character’s thinking works. Out of all the characters in Sing For me, Blu’s mom was my absolute favorite. She was caring, wholesome and definitely made sure that Blu stayed grounded and didnt let him get away with things just because he was a big rockstar now. She seriously need her own book! I can’t wait to read about the other band members books, and for sure will be adding this author to my bookshelf so I can read her books over and over again!

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Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Saved by the Everyday HeroSaved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This anthology is broken up by spice level which is unique!

The first story I read was Unexpected Heroes by Naomi Valkyrie. I was immersed into this story quickly and found myself relating to the characters for different things throughout.
Elijah is a single dad who has moved to a new town to start over with his infant son. His new neighbor catches him at a weak moment and he inserts himself pretty quickly into helping. With a love interest and some mystery this was a great quick read.

Another book in this collection was Into the Flames by Dawn Luedecke.
A firefighter and a photojournalist spent one night together and both never forgot it. Now Sadie is back and Dalton won’t let her go. With Sadie risking her life for animals and Dalton risking his for Sadie will they fan the flames between them?

Fallen Honor by Pandora Snow was another story that stood out to me.
This one had me hooked! An ex marine, mystery and heat! I really wanted this not to end. I wanted to know more.

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Manda Kelly

Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wowza! Tam has done it again for me. Blu and Ashleigh are everything I love in a pair. Her no nonsense attitude and his playboy lifestyle, I knew it was going to be electric from the jump, and I was NOT disappointed. Their chemistry through this book was OFF the charts, no matter how much one or the other was trying to deny it. This world (the rock & roll world) has always been a world I love to get lost in. And Ash just fits into so perfectly. I love her drive and determination to make sure she is still her own person. This story is one I will definitely be reading more than once. I can’t wait to read more of the Balefire books. They are gonna be ELECTRIC!!!

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Master Campania (Masters of the Consulate Book 7) by Sylvia Black – Review by Betsy Melano

Master Campania is searching for witches and some traitors who have set up resistance in his territory. This book kept my attention throughout and I had to keep reading. The author did a great job of world and character building. Enjoyed reading about the budding attraction between Willow and Master Campania. I would recommend any book by this author and this series in particular is my favorite. I hope you like it too.

Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Wendy Wary

Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could barely put this book down. I love the strong female characters in this series, and this book was every bit as good as the first book. Katelyn is sweet as pie and tough as nails, and strong as an ox. Reading her story unfold as she rehabilitates a broken horse, and his rider in the process, was captivating. It will have you rooting for love and letting go of expectations and acceptance until the end. Simply beautiful.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Wendy Wary

Cruel KingCruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I enjoyed the storyline of this book, and some of the character development, but I felt like Matthias lacked some depth. The fact that no one checked him when he was being out of line in his cruelty to Ava and that he continued this brutish behavior as an adult made him less believable as the man he shows up as later in the book. Also, Ava’s dad seemed contradictory in his love and tenderness towards her and his actions following the snow storm. This one just didn’t really hit the spot for me, but I also tend to like more realistic romance stories. If you like drama, slow burns, and love/hate stories, you might enjoy it.

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Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Nichole Chrisman

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Liz has been raised by her grandmother since she was 10. And she was a very loving and devoted grandma, to the point that she’s still lovingly meddling even in death. Liz goes on an adventure where she discovers that her grandmother wasn’t just her grandmother but had a rather spectacular life she gave up to raise her. She also meets a handsome man who knew her grandmother along the way! Very good book with a sweet love story built in!

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Sing For Me (The Balefire Series Book 2) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

Sing For Me (Balefire, #2)Sing For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second book in the series ans is a great follow up to the first. This is a fun, entertaining rockstar Romance that I enjoyed reading. I thought the characters develop was.great. I loved watching their relationship develop and I also loved watching their interactions with other characters, especially Blu’s mum.
This author is firmly cementing herself as one that I will.happily read. Each of her books are so different and yet I have enjoyed everyone I have read. This was a great book and I look forward to more from this series.

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Russian and Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Kerry Baker

Russian and Royally ComplicatedRussian and Royally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the first book in this series and this one was even better. An enemies to lovers romnace, this book grabbed my attention right from the start. I couldn’t get enough of these characters. Their chemistry was undeniable, you could feel it on every single page.
As the second book in an already strong series, this book just took it to the next level. This author never fails to impress me and books like this are the perfect example of why. I had to read this book in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down. This is a fantastic story and I can’t wait for more.

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rogue Wolf is the third book in the Protector Wolf Shifter Series. It’s an enjoyable paranormal romance series that is definitely worth reading from the beginning (Shadow Wolf) as it’s a continuous story that’s told through multiple books.

As this book begins, Tamaska is preparing to become a wolf shifter and join Kodiak’s pack. It seems that this is the best way to keep her safe and allow her to be with the man she loves. But it is not a straightforward process, and others in the pack are wary around Tamaska making her determined to prove herself.

This is an exciting book with elements of action and mystery as well as the romance. I particularly like the changing dynamics in the wolf pack as leadership changes, and Kodiak’s approach of encouraging younger members to play bigger roles.

This book gets five stars from me. You should start with Book 1 if you haven’t already read it! Paranormal romance fans will love this series.

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Firewall by Jessica Mehring – Review by Ashley Westerman

FirewallFirewall by Jessica Mehring
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a such a well written book, I got hooked and couldn’t put it down. So much happening and so many emotions. I never knew what was coming. I really enjoyed this book. Even though it was on the shorter side it wasn’t lacking anything, and I felt like things were tied up nicely. Clear your schedule and read this today!

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A Forever Kind of Thing by Carrie Thomas and Melinda Harris – Review by Ashley Westerman

A Forever Kind of ThingA Forever Kind of Thing by Carrie Thomas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great read! I was pulled in immediately and hooked. I didn’t want to put it down. I really felt all the emotions for Wes and Mina. You can feel the emotions jumping off the page. I haven’t read this author before, but I can’t wait to see what else I can read by her. I highly recommend it.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Netania Lim

Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a horse girlie at heart and just like that, I’m back in my horse girlie era. Throw in an enemies-to-lovers trope, with a no-nonsense girl with her head on straight who meets a hurt, frankly traumatised guy with daddy issues and I’m rooting for these fictional characters with all my heart. The tension simmers, you can’t help but become emotionally invested in these characters, and I never thought I’d say this, but steamy moments in unexpected places, wink wink? Say no more.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Kelli Harper

Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh the nostalgia! This book has me reliving all my best days as a pre-teen/teenager. I absolutely love this story. Well written, loads of laughs as well as some not so funny parts. The bet and them trying to win, but will they get more than they planned? Great story!

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Cruel Hate (Hidden Valley Elite Book 5) by Isla Vaughn
Genre – New Adult, Romance
Page Count – 189
Cover Designer – TE Black Designs

Knocked up by the QB.

Harassed by punt bunnies.

Falling for the enemy isn’t an option here.

I threw caution to the wind and my v-card at the one man I can’t stand. What did that get me? Pregnant.

Now, we’re both screwed. Mr. Superstar wants the punt bunnies off his back. I want my parents off mine. To do that, he proposes a fake relationship. But I know the truth… Spending time with him can only lead to trouble.

After all, neither of us has an answer to the biggest problem of all.

How fake can it stay when he’s the father of the child I’m carrying?

Cruel Hate is an enemies-to-lovers, fake relationship, new adult, sports romance with pregnancy and plenty of angst. This book contains mature content that some readers may find disturbing. It is not a standalone and does end in a cliffhanger that continues with a ton of heat and a HEA in Cruel Love.

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