Lauren Blakely writes characters that get a reaction. A bad boy trying to make good, a woman trying to forget her past or a family searching for answers to an age old mystery. Ms. Blakely has written it all and thrown in some high octane se...
4 StarsIt's the surprises that make each day special and life interesting. Sawyer and Ruby are learning that hoping and planning does not equate perfection. It's the lessons learned from life's upsets that are unifying. Those are what build an unb...
5 StarsEdward, Julia and Albert shared a complicated history. With secret trysts, hidden betrayals and jealousy playing a major part. The Earl Takes All has brought Lorraine Heath back into my sphere of talented authors. Her capacity to write a st...
4½ StarsI am caught in the rapture that is Eva Leigh. Her Wicked Quills of London novels were the bait that reeled me in. Fascinating femme fatal's who are willing to risk it all. Loved it. Sarah is beautiful smart and quiet, the perfect match for...
4 StarsThe girl he can't forget the guy who broke her heart. West and Harper missed their chance the first time around. Who knew that a second chance was on the horizon? Ms. Erickson is well versed in understanding her readers. Her stories are sen...
4 StarsIt's a good thing Saved by the CEO is a stand-alone story because I have not had the chance to read the rest of the series. Will rectify that immediately. Barbara Wallace took the experience of falling in love poured it in a bottle and spra...
4½ StarsI have had the pleasure of reading all three of Cat Schield's Sherdana Royals books. Have enjoyed every single one but Secret Child, Royal Scandal is my absolute favorite of the lot. Christian is the perfect guy. He loves his family, is wea...
5 StarsThere are so many things we take for granted. Young people believe they are invincible and can conquer whatever life throws at them. I think everyone believes that those they love are indestructible as well. We know in our hearts these thin...
4½ StarsEvery woman loves the bad boy. He may be a jerk but the air of danger and his swoon worthy sex appeal keeps us coming back for more. Vivienne Lorret got it right with Jack. He's the guy no woman should like but despite it all finds hard to...
5 StarsThe One For Me has me wondering why I waited so long to pick up this author. Finding her footing after a stifling marriage is not easy for Crystal but she wants to give it a try. She goes all out in experiencing what she has missed out on....
5 StarsJarrod is more than a playboy. He loves his family, hates his job and longs to make his own decisions. She's not bad just misunderstood. Focusing on her career is how Madlyn deals with emotions she doesn't want to face. Madlyn is a complex...
5 StarsNanny Makes Three is a story that is sweet on the surface with an underlying current of sex appeal. I have been following the Texas Cattleman's Club series since the very beginning. It was intriguing to me how one group of authors could cre...
5 StarsHaving read quite a few of the books from Cheryl Douglas' Starkis family series convinces me that I have earned the right to name my favorite. That honor goes to Tiana. Why? In my opinion Tiana had the most growing up to do. She spent most...
5 StarsJust what the doctor ordered. Suzanne Rock provides a great escape from the daily grind with For His Pleasure. Family rivalries, secret longings, falling for Mr. Wrong. Ms. Rock always supplies just enough of the pleasure to make you feel g...
5 StarsRecently, I have been come across more and more romances where one or both of the main characters are single parents. I am not going to lie, it does take some getting used to. Fans of scandalous, tawdry and sexually charged reads may find t...
4½ StarsIt is a privilege to discover authors that I have not read before and have the chance to read this fabulous book. Act Like It is a modern nod to theater. I loved that because I am a huge fan of the stage. What I really enjoyed was getting t...
5 StarsI'll Be Home for Christmas made me feel sentimental. Lori Wilde has a way of bringing her readers into the story. Although emotions play a large part in her stories, each read has its own personal message. The message of this read is family...
5 StarsI am really enjoying reading stories where the female characters are just as central to the canvas as the male ones. Within Scandal Takes the Stage, Eva Leigh constructed a character that is focused, brave and heroic. Maggie has her eye on...
3½ StarsThe Duke and Miss Christmas is a mesmerizing holiday tale. It has the perfect blend of comedy and romance. Crispin came across a tad too serious at times but Gwen managed to keep him on his toes. Amelia Grey writes enjoyable historical roma...
4 StarsExotic locations lead to two heated romances in Blissful Summer. In this book readers get an enjoyable chance to experience love through the eyes of two couples. These books are always fun for me because two is better than one. I have found...
4 StarsThe Wedding Switch by Sharon Kleve is a nice short read that uses comedy and drama to tell a story that is worth a second look. Like every other woman Abby fantasizes about finding the perfect guy who sweeps her off her feet into the weddin...
5 StarsI enjoy reading books that connect a series, I like it even better when the stories can be purchased as a set. That is what drew me to this anthology. The Christmas Cottage / Ever After set has a great deal to entice a reader. First off it...
5 StarsDon't stand too close to the flames or you will feel the heat. Kim Redford has written a story that is quite intense. Fire plays a central role in this tempting read. An arson investigator and a firefighter are working together to solve a d...
4 StarsMy introduction to Ives did not go over well. He came across self-important, heartless and predatory. There were quite a few times I thought he was unnecessarily cruel. Padua is a desperate woman seeking help. Ives is her only hope. She may...
3½ StarsI have read Ms. Thacker's novels off and on throughout the years. I am a fan of her McCabes series but have found that (for me) some of her other stories have consistency issues and have not peaked my interest. The Texas Wildcatter's Baby i...
5 StarsI had the pleasure of reading Royal Heirs Required a while back. Imagine my surprise when I discovered while reading that A Royal Baby Surprise is about the brother of the hero from that read. Anybody who follows my reviews knows that I lov...
4 StarsTessa Dare's sweetly written romantic fantasy is a treasure. Madeline is uncertain of her abilities to live up to what is expected of her. So she creates a fictitious admirer. The plan backfires when her make believe suitor becomes a realit...
5 StarsTracy Sharp is a new author for me so I went into this story not knowing what to expect. I am also new to the kindle worlds format. I need not have worried. Ms. Sharp did a great job. Dean's struggle to bounce back from an injury was admira...
5 StarsWith fun characters, strong writing and electric chemistry Chasing Desire has everything. Joya Ryan has created a sensual story full of yearning and self discovery. Autumn is neurotic, lonely and trying to prove she is more than peoples per...
4 StarsI love a story that does not turn out how you expect it to. For me, Tempting Her Fake Fiance pushed all the right buttons. Stasia and Evan were likeable characters. The story has the right amount of sexual tension between the two lead chara...
4 StarsI liked Under the Mistletoe. There are likable characters, a fun story and steamy dialogue. Not to mention it was written by a favorite author of mine. What kept me from giving this story a higher review? As mentioned, I enjoyed the story a...
3½ StarsHOT! HOT! HOT! Noah and Natalie ended the Vegas Nights series in the same way it began. With a bang. Wild Nights brought the steam. Natalie was the last holdout and Noah was her savior in more ways than one. Friends, fun and finding your pr...
4 StarsTruly Sweet describes this story perfectly. A coming of age story of two childhood friends. As they map out their own paths in the world their one constant is each other. From the first page of this story I was hooked. Annie knows what she...
4½ StarsTina Leonard's Callahan series is a favorite of mine. It is enjoyable to see the concept of a close knit family still exists even if in a fictional setting. A Callahan Christmas Miracle is a story of growth and understanding on the part of...
5 StarsDescriptive images and relate-able characters are just a few reasons why I found A Bride for the Sheikh to be a trip worth taking. Two intriguing characters from different backgrounds is a concept that has been done many times. Ms. Lane tal...
4 StarsEvery little girl loves a fairytale. From a young age we associate love with a handsome prince sweeping his unsuspecting princess off her feet. Well let me tell you The Royal Affair is not one of those tales. Marina is not afraid to speak h...
4½ StarsNever have I come across two more neurotic characters. Allie and Gavin each believe they are making rational decisions but it turns out to be for the wrong reasons. Hitched was an entertaining look at love and the things people do in the na...
4 StarsNo Matter What is more than just an average love story between a man and a woman. First and foremost it is about the love of a parent for their child. No Matter What deals with a very important subject in a way that is not overly preachy bu...
5 StarsThe Bachelor Prince gives readers an unadulterated look at love in all its beauty and heartache. The story is a breathtaking journey into emotions. Friendship, love, heartache, discovery all play a pivotal role in Lucas’ and Cassie’s relati...
5 StarsI am a firm believer that a great book should hook a reader from the first page. Going for Four did just that for me. I was so interested that I forgot everything else and spent the rest of my day with Cody and Olivia. Cody and Olivia were...
4½ StarsUp by Five is a story about transitions. Erin Nicholas has written a story about having to deal with changes in people, relationships and life in general. Gabby and Connor are friends and co-workers who have seen each other at some of the w...
5 StarsWhat drew me to this particular book was the premise of the story. Sometimes it takes something shocking to cause a person to wake up and discover what they have been missing out on. TTCBAB (The Tycoon's Convenient Bride... and Baby) was an...
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