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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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 book one of The Venture series. This is the first book I’ve read by this author but I was not disappointed!

Amanda and Kent didn’t exactly have it easy on their relationship with it often being very on and off. Amanda knows they have a connection l, that is undeniable, but she can’t bare to keep hurting each other. When Amanda is presented with an opportunity to leave, she takes it. How could she pass up her dream? Kent doesn’t see it that way though and holds a lot of resentment. Their connection still keeps Amanda ties to Oregon and now she has an opportunity to reunite with Kent and keep her dream job. Now she just needs to convince Kent they belong together. Will he be able to forgive her?

This book was so real. It’s easily relatable and the characters felt like people you could be friends with. I couldn’t put it down!

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Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by KG Fletcher – Review by Kerry Carr

Love Song (A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense)Love Song by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a beautiful sweet love story but with a twist and heartbreak that I didnt see coming.

Casey and Sam both play in the same band. There is a strong connection between them but with Casey’s lifestyle of partying and rock and roll and Sam’s heartbreak in the past they move things slow.

Until destiny has other plans and they realise just how much they mean to each other. With romance growing and them blissfully happy will something from the past crop up to ruin it.

Is their relationship strong enough for the challenges or will it be to much too soon.

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Lucky at Love (Some guys just never give up) by Cynthia Hamilton

 

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Do some people fall in love more often than others?

Opposites attract, but can they ever hold?

Are some people incapable of learning from their mistakes?

These questions haunt journalist Allison Tyler-Wilcox after meeting Jake Sorenson at his sister’s wedding. Despite his seven divorces, Jake considers himself uncommonly lucky at love. Baffled by his sanguine attitude—and his offhand suggestion that she could be the next Mrs. Sorenson—Allison talks her editor into letting her explore the compulsion some people have when it comes to saying “I do”.

As soon as she arrives at Jake’s 1,500-acre ranch in rural Oregon, Allison realizes she has misjudged him, underestimating his appeal to the opposite sex and his worldliness in general. Despite his multiple divorces—and his current dubious relationships—Jake maintains his marriages weren’t failures even though they ended. During muleback rides and impromptu tango dances, Jake shares with level-headed Allison his unique philosophy on life and love, leaving her confused for the first time about her own marriage, her ideals, and her feelings for the roguish mule breeder.

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Drawn to Him by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Jenni Bishop

Drawn to HimDrawn to Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Drawn to Him by Tammy Mannersly is a captivating small-town contemporary romance story with a twist. I love a good romance story and Tammy’s writing makes it easy to be transported into the world she has created with lovable characters and enough drama/suspense to give it that little bit more. The romance between Matt and Erica is a nice blend of sweet and spicy, seductive and steamy. This is a read that is enjoyable and easy to get lost in for an afternoon, with a nice glass of wine and some sunshine. The story flowed nicely, and the narrative often had me going through a lot of different emotions.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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

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.

Reviewed by @jbruno26
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A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club Book 3) by Bianca Blythe – Review by Jenni Bishop

A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club, #3)A Duke Never Forgets by Bianca Blythe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club Book 3) by Bianca Blythe is a historical romance/enemies to lovers’ story. It has a little bit of everything with charm and wit, humour and drama make for a good read. It was easy to see where the story was going but it was an interesting journey none the less. The story flowed nicely, and the narrative often had me laughing out loud. Bianca is a very descriptive writer which makes it vivid and easily imaginable.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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

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

Falling for the Texan is the second novel in The Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge series by Nicole Flockton. It follows the middle Prentice brother, Tyler, and his journey through his first wine launch.

Hiring a PR/advertising firm was not an easy decision. He needed something affordable, but something successful. So he reached out to his friend from college who worked at a firm in New York City. Tyler Prentice was surprised when a beautiful woman showed up instead of his long time friend.

Gianna Lucciana is not looking forward to Texas. Unbearable heat and humidity and small towns are low on her list of places to visit, but in order to prove she can do her job, she has to knock this wine campaign out of the park.

Gianna and Tyler have an instant connection. While they both fight it to hopefully be more focused on the campaign, there is a lot of attraction to fight and it gets increasingly harder. Can they make it past their differences and their own stubbornness to be together?

I am really enjoying this series and cannot wait until Trey’s story comes out!

Review by @knwilliams709

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

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

Having read and thoroughly enjoyed the first book in Flockton’s ‘Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge’ series I was looking forward to this second instalment and was not disappointed. Having met Tate Prentice and Kelly in ‘One Hot Texas Summer’, we now meet his brother Tyler Prentice.
Tyler Prentice has put all his energy, dreams and savings into his new winery and wanting a successful and sophisticated launch he hires a top marketing firm. Having lost a major advertising account Gianna Lucchia is out to prove that she can still create successful branding campaigns and so travels to the middle of nowhere, Texas to launch a new winery. However Gianna and her proposed marketing plan is not what Tyler had in mind, in fact Gianna soon learns he has very different ideas. However she is determined to carry out her plan of creating a big buzz and then returning home having proved to her bosses how good she is. Meanwhile, Tyler has decided that what he really wants is Gianna, as his, permanently. The more they work together on the launch the more Gianna’s creativity emerges but she also starts to notice how sexy and smart Tyler is. But when her past threatens to destroy any chance they have at a relationship, Tyler needs to let go of his pride and decide on taking a gamble on love.
This was a wonderfully written romance with some great main characters in Gianna and Tyler. I liked seeing how their relationship grew and developed over the story, although their connection was obvious instantly. It was nice being back on the Prentice’s peach farm and catching up with characters from book one and I look forward to the other Prentice brothers getting their own story and hopefully a happy ever after. I felt fully immersed in the story and the storyline flowed along at a good pace and kept me happily turning the pages. The authors detailed descriptions made the sights, sounds, and scents of the peach farm and winery really come alive. A great read for an afternoon escapism, sat outside in the sun.

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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

I enjoyed this second chance romance, as childhood sweethearts Amanda and Kent get another chance at love with each other having gone there separate ways for work. This was a heartwarming story and the author had a warm and inviting way with words that had me fully immersed in the storyline and swept me along on Amanda and Kent’s journey. When Amanda got her dream job in California she left her small town in the Pacific Northwest never to look back. However she left behind the man she’s always loved, Kent and how ever exciting her new life is she can’t stop thinking and dreaming about him. When Amanda gets the chance to return to her home town of Hood River as part of her job on a popular reality TV show she takes it. Amanda is determined to prove to Kent how good they were together and could be again, the only problem is, Kent hates her for leaving him.
Although an emotional read at times, this novel had an easy feel to the writing and the storyline flowed along nicely. I loved the characters, Amanda and Kent were a great couple who’s connection and chemistry was obvious from page one and I was cheering them on to their happy ever after. As this is book one in a new series by Kinney Scott I look forward to reading some of the secondary characters stories in future books. This is the first book I have read by Scott, and I am pleased to have discovered a new author, having enjoyed this novel.

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A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club Book 3) by Bianca Blythe – Review by Lisa Helmick

A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club, #3)A Duke Never Forgets by Bianca Blythe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such an engaging story! It truly kept my interest and I couldn’t stop finding pages. The characters drew me into their world. Genevieve is feisty! I loved reading her. She is doing the best she can under the circumstances but still will not let a Duke push her around. Sebastian is snobby! I couldn’t stand him at the beginning. But once his guard was let down he became more human-like. Ha ha. Then I could see that big heart and great personality that he has. The fiery back and forth between these two got my brain active. They just love to argue…and it snappy comments. Very enjoyable!

This is my first book by this author. I really liked it and read it in one sitting. I smirked and laughed as well as was surprised and shocked over the behaviors of some of the characters. I look forward to more from this author.

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

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

Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 2) by Nicole Flockton is a charming contemporary romance story. But not everything is easy on the road to love. It is a fun but emotional ride. It took me a while to warm up to some of the characters and some I outright hated but all in all I loved the others. The story in this small town and its residents was endearing. The story is a fast paced and the pages keep on turning to see what is going to happen next. Gotta love small towns.

Gianna is a strong and independent woman and good at her job and is finding herself falling for Tyler her client. The chemistry between the two is palpable and sizzling.

I really enjoyed the book and look forward to reading the next.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Jenni Bishop

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

Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott is a sweet second chance romance story. It is very well written and flows well and is a read you get easily caught up in. I found myself invested in the characters that have depth and are fully realised and the chemistry between the two sizzles. There is a little bit of everything like angst and drama, second chances and lots of emotions that make the story pop and keep you engaged.

Amanda leaves behind her love to find her dreams but is the grass any greener? Unfortunately, that is harder to do than she realised. Returning home, she must face the reality and pain of her leaving has left behind. Kent feeling rejected and hurt comes to find that love and hate are a fine line.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Melissa Agena

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a good story! Shooting Star is Book 1 in the Back Door Records series by, Xana Jordan. I loved every second of this book. This story is definitely for the true romantic! In this story, we meet Aria, who is the lead singer of a band that has just been signed to Back Door Records. Aiden is their new manager and is absolutely mesmerized with Aria. When Aria meets Aiden, she is just as smitten. When these two get together, thing heat up and I mean big time! The chemistry between these two is amazing. It’s a like a moth to a flame for these two! The sexy scenes are HOT and STEAMY! They will definitely light you on fire! The story line is just as great! I also loved the other characters in this book as well. Two bands go on tour together so you know it’s bound to have a lot of fun scenes. Plus, there is lots of comedy in this book, which I loved. It really kept it light and fun! This was my first book with this author and I was truly impressed. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series, especially if it’s anything like this one!

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Michelle Austin

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1) by Xana Jordan was a great 5 star read.
I love Rock Star romance so I was excited to read this book.

Aiden is an agent for a band and Aria is the lead singer of a band. When Aiden had to unexpectedly search for an opening band to join his band on tour he didn’t expect to meet Aria. Something about her drew him in. The chemistry between them came off the pages. The bantering had me LOL at moments.

Overall I really enjoyed this read. All of the secondary characters were great and added more to the story. It’s like one big family and you will have LOL moments. The author does a great job with her writing, she pulls you right in. I look forward to reading more from this series. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Raylene Green

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Xana. Well-developed storyline with well-developed characters. This made it easy to follow an easy to read. This is Aiden and Arias story. Aiden is a manager searching for new talent for a band when the lead singer of Zombie Butterflies gets arrested. Hence Aria and her band Blue Venus being the perfect opening. Aria and Aiden have serious chemistry and are drawn to each other and their feelings only intensified as the book goes on. Excited for the second book to see what happens!

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Kelli Harper

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Review: Shooting Star
Author : Xana Jordan
FIVE STARS
Xana Jordan draws you into the Rock Star/Manager relationship world. I think there could have been more drama in this book from the beginning to the middle, but the love story this book contains is wonderful. There are a few sexual encounters that leave you wanting even more. Over all a very good book. It does end with somewhat of a cliff hanger and you wonder what comes of Aria and Aiden as well as River and Levi. There are no hints of future books with these characters but HOPEFULLY Ms. Jordan doesn’t leave us wondering for too long.
Ms. Jordan is a new to me author but you can believe I will be reading more.
KLH

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Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock & roll romantic suspense by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Amanda Kimble

Love Song (A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense)Love Song by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock & roll romantic suspense by K.G. Fletcher

This is a stand alone, but a fantastic story! K.G. Fletcher has done a fantastic job and this will not be my last read by her. She captivated my attention and didn’t let go until the end. She has really brought the characters to life.

Casey, Cee-Cee, a back-up singer for her band isn’t looking for love, but she finds it. Things get tough when something happens to her sister, but she isn’t alone. The quote I choose for Casey is: “This is me and Laura backstage after my first professional singing gig. I was real young, a few months after our parents died. That night was the first time Laura ever told me how proud she was of me. As long as I can remember, she kept this photo on her bedside table. She once told me that every night before she went to sleep she’d look at it and it always made her smile after a long, hard day. She said she always knew I’d be successful with my talent and she was proud to be there, supporting me from day one. She believed in me….”

Sam, back up drummer, isn’t expecting to find love so soon after a bad breakup. He lays eyes on Casey and is blown away. He learns of her sister’s past, but doesn’t think he’d be helping Casey after a difficult time. The quote I choose for Sam is: “I shouldn’t have left you. I’m never going to do that again. Do you hear me? I love you Casey, and I’m never going to leave you.”

Highly recommended for young adults over 18 and I’ll warn you to have a box of tissues nearby. You will ugly cry.

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Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by KG Fletcher – Review by Jana Teppih

Love Song (A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense)Love Song by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Song is a friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by K.G. Fletcher. I have read quite a few books by her so I knew that I would not regret picking up this one and heck yeah, it was one sweet and terrifying ride that she is taking Casey and Sam and us on! We have a party girl Casey who is a backup singer on tour, and Sam who has come to step in for the original drummer after a bitter breakup … so there are sparks and the chemistry is through the roof and then … Casey gets a text that changes the course they were on! There are twists and turns and psychopath and … the question is, will their love song get a chance to play out to its beautiful end or will it be a song interrupted … Come along on the journey that will touch your heart and make you hear the music!

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Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by KG Fletcher – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Love Song (A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense)Love Song by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read and enjoyed all of the books by KG Fletcher that I have read and was not disappointed by this standalone friends to lovers, with a rock and roll twist, romantic suspense.
The author took me on an emotional rollercoaster with this novel, its a wonderfully written and heartwarming friends to lovers romance with an added rock and roll element. Casey is a party girl and backup singer who meets stand in drummer Sam whilst on tour. The couple have an instant connection which gets stronger throughout the story, especially after tragedy hits and the couple need each other more than ever. They become friends and although they are both attracted to each other, Sam is still hurting after a bitter breakup and Casey is just not looking for anything serious. However, when Casey has to leave to go to her sister and niece’s aid, when she learns that her abusive ex brother in law has found out there address, Sam goes as well. Casey is worried that her family’s drama may put Sam off from any potential relationship but he’s more worried about Casey and her sisters safety. This novel really was an ‘edge of your seat thriller’, I was gripped from start to finish. The storyline had plenty of romance and great music as well as suspense and family drama. It definitely had more of a dark twist to it then previous books I’ve read by the author as it involved Casey’s sister being in a past abusive relationship, however this topic was dealt with sensitively and added to the over all story. The characters were all so well written and described that I felt like I knew them! Sam and Casey were great main characters, I love how their relationship grew and developed over time, and how their chemistry sizzled off the page and resulted in some steamy scenes. I also loved Casey’s niece, known as GG. This was an engaging read and I was fully immersed in Sam and Casey’s story, so much so that I read the book in only a couple of sittings. I also found myself thinking about the book and the characters long after I had finished the novel, always a sign of a good book for me. A five star read.

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

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

This is book 2 in The Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge series. In this book we follow the second brother Tyler.

After successfully making his wine Tyler hires a PR agent to help him get the word out about his fantastic wine. His friend is all set to help him but circumstances change and he sends Gianna in his place.

Gianna Lucchia is a city girl and the though of being stuck in a small town is her idea of hell, but she needs to do this to prove to everyone she is good at her job.

When she arrives the last thing on her mind is finding love especially with a client. Can the city girl really fall in love with a country boy? And will the challenges they face brake them or make them?

I loved this book as much as I loved the first book.

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Karyn Taylor

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shooting Star is the first book in the Back Door Records series by Xana Jordan. It’s the first time I’ve read any work by this author but I’m a total sucker for a rock star romance and just had to give this one a try. I’m so glad that I did as I really enjoyed this book. It’s a little bit different from some rock star romances in that the main male character (Aiden) is the manager/agent for the band and not a band member. Although the female lead (Aria) is a member of the support band.
Having spent several years dedicated to his career as a band manager/agent Aiden was totally unprepared for singer Aria to totally turn his world upside down when he had to find a new support act for his band when the previous act has to pull out. The chemistry between Aiden and Aria is totally sizzling. They are drawn to each other like a magnet to metal and both are totally thrown by the intensity of their attraction and growing feelings for one another.
I absolutely loved both Aiden and Aria. Both are very well written characters and you can’t help but be totally rooting for these two to have a happily ever after. They are just perfect for each other. Aiden is just a total sweetheart. He’s not afraid to put his heart on his sleeve and tell Aria exactly what he wants.
As well as these 2 main characters, this book has a large secondary cast with the members of both bands and I can’t wait to see what Xana Jordan has in store for the rest of these guys (and girl).

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

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

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

I loved reading this heartwarming sweet romantic story. Let me start off by saying I loved the first book, Kelly and Tate’s story, but I loved this one even more! The attraction between Gia and Tyler is off the charts but everything that Gia has been through recently she doesn’t think acting on the attraction is a good idea. Gia just lost a big account for her firm because of a sleaze ball and her boss doesn’t have her back so now she is off to Texas to prove she still has what it takes. Tyler is putting all his hopes, dreams and money into his new wine venture. Both of these characters feel like they have a lot to prove, for different reasons. This is a must read to find out what happens between these two. This is a wonderful story of love, family, friends, and some interesting small town people. I highly recommend this book and I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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Drawn to Him by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Angela Shirley

Drawn to HimDrawn to Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you have sworn off relationships and then you met the potential man of your dreams do you take a chance on love.

Erica has sworn off men since her last relationship but when she has an accident and is rushed to the doctors surgery she is unaware of the attraction to the new doctor until it’s too late.

Matt is new in the town and also being the eligible bachelor aspect he is fodder for the women of the town, but he’s not interested in them until Erica walks in to the surgery needing help. Although Matt feels the attraction in the first meeting it may take a bit to convince Erica that they are destined to be together.

I loved this story the two main characters were well written and developed, the chemistry between them was brilliant. I enjoyed the banter between the secondary characters and the main characters this opened up the story which was engaging and a page turner.

This is the first story I have read by this author and this will not be my last.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Angela Hayes

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

 

Better Than Goodbye is the first book in the Venture series, and my first read by Kinney Scott. It is a sweet and spicy second chance romance with plenty of angst, emotion, chemistry, drama, and sizzle. The story and characters are well really well developed, with plenty of depth, as well as being relatable and interesting. I enjoyed the authors warm, sexy, and inviting style- it was so easy to read and immerse myself in. It was somewhat predictable, but in a charming way- and the fact that it was a little predictable didn’t detract from my overall enjoyment of the story.
Amanda left her hometown, and the love of her life, to follow her dreams to California, but her heart and soul are still back in Oregon. So, when the opportunity arises to spend a month back in her hometown again, she grabs hold with both hands, determined to find a way to resolve her greatest regret. One small problem, the person she hopes to reconnect with hates her……. things are about to get interesting.
A great read. Looking forward to exploring more of Kinney Scott’s work.

Thank you, Kinney Scott!

 

reviewed by @angelahayes

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Shooting Star (Back Door Records 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shooting Star by Xana Jordan is book one of the Back Door Records series. This is the first book I have read from this author and it did not disappoint.

Aiden, as a music agent, needs to find an opening act for his band and what better way then to hold auditions, especially since they are running out of time. He didn’t expect to find Aria. Aria is everything he’s looking for and even a what he’s not looking for. Her voice is so mesmerizing. Neither of them were expecting the intense connection they have but will they be able to make something of it?

Nothing I can say will do this book justice but it was so great! I didn’t want to put it down! I highly recommend giving this book a chance.

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Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by KG Fletcher – Review by Debi Kircher

Love Song (A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense)Love Song by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Song: A friends-to-lovers rock and roll romantic suspense by KG Fletcher

5+++ Stars

*sigh*

I’ll start by saying that this author crept up on me while reading her Southern Promises series, which if you haven’t read go one click right now. There’s something about her style, and the way she handles character dialogue and describes just enough of the scenes around the characters, and the characters that make me feel like I’ve literally crawled into the books she writes. I enter a comfort zone when I open one of her stories and then lose all track of real life and then sit in sadness when I finish. If I haven’t stressed it enough this author is absolutely one of my favorites ever. Completely Amazing!

This story was no different as far as how much I loved reading it, it was kind of awesome though hearing about familiar towns and highways as I lived up there, just a bit north of Cumming, but my brother and his family still reside in Cumming! That made it all feel even more real and familiar. There was one part where I wanted to shout a few shortcuts I know of, as I was saying Nooooo do not get on 400!! LOL

The added suspense and edge of my seat reading was a complete surprise to me, it had me all messed up and the emotions afterwards were so hard. I fell hard for Sam and Casey and loved their story, as well as Gwyneth. I wanted to hug her so tight, but another player in this book won my heart pretty quick as well and that was John! This story weaved so much love, loyalty, bonds between sisters, danger, suspense, and heart pounding moments, you really don’t want to miss out. I can’t recommend it high enough!

I will have all of this author’s books sitting on my bookshelf as when I reread them all I want them in my hands.

LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!!

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Sara Oxton

Better Than GoodbyeBetter Than Goodbye by Kinney Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Better Than Goodbye by Kinney Scott a fabulous four-star read. This is Ventura book one and shows promise for number two. I was surprised by this one, and surprised I hadn’t read the author before, it was a very pleasant surprise, this one dragged you into the story and made you angry with the characters, angry with the stubbornness the main characters feel, but it wasn’t just that, Amanda and Kent were real and the romance and love they show is flawed and complex and full of real drama. I am a sucker for second chance romance, and this just brought something special, if it wasn’t for a couple of spots that were too overdone it would have been a five-star read.

Review by @saraoxo

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Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan – Review by Jenni Bishop

Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1)Shooting Star by Xana Jordan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shooting Star (Back Door Records Book 1) by Xana Jordan is a captivating romance story. The chemistry between the two main characters is intense but great and makes you believe in great things. I felt the connection with the main characters, and I loved the banter between them. The emotions in the book with leave you feeling a little raw at times. Xana has done a great job in writing this magical story and I love the premise and the way she developed it and brought it all together.

This is one story you should not miss.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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

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

 

Falling For the Texan is the second book in the Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge series by Nicole Flockton. This is a sweet contemporary romance, with an opposites attract factor, and a little drama to keep things interesting.
Tyler Prentice has put everything he has on the line to fulfill his dream of opening a winery. There is a lot at stake, and he needs it to succeed. With the launch in mind, he’s going to need the right kind of branding. Hiring an effective marketing consultant should ensure success- right? But he is left wanting when the consultant, Gianna (Gia), makes her presentation. What happens next makes for an enjoyably sweet read.
Looking forward to more from Ms. Flockton.

Thank you, Nicole Flockton!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Deception by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Jenni Bishop

DeceptionDeception by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deception by Victoria Saccenti is a sexy military romance story where revenge is the name of the game. The story is a little different from your norm and I liked that. Joe is a Dominant he has Hunter in his sights and with his sexy good looks he knows just how to reel them in. I enjoyed the story premise and Victoria’s writing style. There were a couple of the characters I could have done without but overall, I liked the MC’s. Truths are revealed but trusts are broken and may never heal. It is an emotionally charged story as past horrors are brought to the present.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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