“Nudging Fate” by EJ Russell is the first book in the ‘Enchanted Occasions’ adult gay fantasy series that features a staff of mixed breed supernatural beings. This play on a reality TV dating show features a pair of half-brothers who are us...
4¼ Stars“Hard Truths” by Alex Whitehall follows Isaac (Zack) Landes as he builds a relationship with his sister’s fake date to a family gathering. Their growing attraction to each other is complicated by Zack’s reluctance to come out to his parents...
3¾ Stars“Romancing the Undercover Millionaire” by Clare London features Alex Bonfils, sometimes feckless younger son in prestigious wine merchant family, who decides to personally investigate troubling events at their main warehouse—undercover. He...
4¼ StarsIt's hard to walk away from a good book. "Hard Riding Cowboy" fits that description to a tee. Romance author Stacey Kennedy tempts with heat, grabs a hold of the heart and keeps the laughs going... even in the face of a few teardrops fallin...
5 StarsI had been looking forward to this book for quite some time, and for the most part, it did not disappoint. Niall MacTaggert and his brothers must wed women of their mother’s choosing if they hope to retain their estate. Niall’s eldest broth...
4 Stars“Galaxies and Oceans” by N.R. Walker details the debilitating emotional and physical journey that Aubrey Hobbs has taken to get to the small town of Hadley Cove on a remote island. His unexpected connection to the lighthouse keeper evokes v...
4¼ Stars“Hidden Cargo” by Sarah Marsh follows the adventures of Cassie, who is kidnapped from Earth and ends up on the island of Ilya on the world of Dolak. Not only is it impossible for her to return home, but her presence is forbidden on this wor...
4 StarsI have thoroughly enjoyed this clever trilogy. The main character's chemistry is delightful and each accepts the others "flaws" be they real or not. While no one they know seems too thrilled they are together, the fates made sure they ended...
4½ StarsRunning and hiding all her life, Lana has a lot of questions. Questions such as who she is and where she's going in life. When she finds herself in Limbo witnessing an epic battle she finds herself doing what she can with what's she's got;...
4 StarsWhat defines a monster? If it's appearance we are all going to be confused. The real monsters in this book hide in plain sight, while the good guys would be chased with a torch. The irony. Jeb and Nevaeh meet under less than ideal circumsta...
4½ StarsSiren's Storm by Asa Maria Bradley is the 6th book in the Sea King's Daughters series. I jumped in late into this series because I’m a fan of the author’s excellent Viking Warriors’ series and wanted to read her new story without having the...
4½ Stars"Buried Mountain Secrets" by Terri Reed is the first story in her new mounted patrolman series. I am a huge fan of this author and it turns out that I love buried treasure stories. An eccentric millionaire has buried treasure and sends out...
5 Stars“Say You’re Sorry” is noted to be the first entry to Karen Rose’s new “Sacramento” series but set in her romantic suspense universe (that those who read books from that universe might recognize law enforcement’s names mentioned here). Havin...
3¾ StarsBurdened by Desire is a paranormal romance. It has all the great characters to make it exciting. Readers get their vamps, demons, shifters and elementals. The elementals can use their powers after they have been awakened by their mate. In t...
4 StarsThis is the book that I've been eagerly anticipating since the beginning of the Reapers series. I have enjoyed each book in this series but all along I've been waiting for this one. There has always been a palpable chemistry between Erith a...
5 Stars"A Merciful Fate" is a brilliant book would and continues a series. I highly recommend it and encourage readers to read the series in order to get more of an understanding. The writing is lovely and the characters as well. This is a good fa...
4½ Stars“Rough Terrain” by Annabeth Albert is part of the ‘Out of Uniform’ series and centers around a connection that forms between a SEAL and a civilian. I love the gradual evolution of the relationship as the two men deal with each other’s insec...
4½ StarsWant to make a playboy grow up fast? Drop a baby on his doorstep. Works every time. Declan is just minding his business when this very scenario unfolds in his living room. In his panic, he consults his boss who points him in the right direc...
4½ StarsReading Kianna Alexander’s book "Couldn’t Ask for More" is a tasty treat for romance readers. The sweet, easy moving romance centered around a southern college reunion and depicts the escapades of college friends and family. Embedded within...
3½ Stars"Owned by Fate" is the fifth book in the Dragon Souls Series. This is a book I can recommend. This story brings all the brothers and their mates together to protect and serve. This is what the guys live for! In this book we get the story of...
4 Stars"Sally Malcolm" is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine. "Between the Lines" is set in the same town as "Perfect Day". If you've read that (which you should do because it's fantastic) you'll be happy to see some cameos of Finn and Jos...
4½ Stars“Detour” by Reesa Herberth and Michelle Moore details an unusual road trip taken by two young men who meet at the beginning of the trip and strive to cope with the pain that has shaped them to this point. Visits to quirky tourist spots acro...
4½ Stars"Undone by the Beast" is a solid four star read. I liked the plot line a lot. The push and pull of the two male leads made for an intense read. The story will have you on a will they or wont they cycle throughout the book. Colton knew he sh...
4 StarsTop Pick Series Here! "Join the Club" is the third book in Charlie's Four Kings Security series and it's highly enjoyable. I loved the interaction between Lucky and Mason throughout the book. Their romance has been building up since the fir...
4½ Stars"Twilight Gigolo" has a good plot but it also has three of the things I don't really like to read about. Go into this knowing the story line has a heavy pain factor. Readers get BDSM, Rape and bed hopping. I know some readers will like thos...
3 StarsCarolyn Brown definitely knows how to write a heartfelt novel and this beautiful contemporary is pure proof. Jolene Broussard is such an interesting heroine. Her determination to make her new venture a success is admirable. Tucker Malone is...
5 StarsJane Ann Krentz draws readers under her spell with this fascinating mystery. The surreal, grittiness pulled me in from the beginning and I immediately felt invested in what happened to Winter Meadows. Then when Jack Lancaster was introduced...
4½ StarsSports, law and family come together in this awesome mystery romance book. There is plenty of suspense as a murder is solved and a medical condition is explored. At times, the characters feel as if they are in over their heads but they neve...
5 StarsI’ve got to admit that I’m a big fan of R.L. Naquin. I loved Monster Haven and found it to be extremely creative. With that said, I couldn’t wait to read this spin off series. Several of the characters are from the previous series but this...
4½ StarsPrime Target is difficult to put in a box. I liked Susa and Damon was a sweetie and the Wefiantoth ended up stealing the show, but I had complicated feels about the story. First off, it's not the first book in a series. I'm not sure which o...
3½ Stars“Always, 'Twas You” is a romantic suspense novel that is sure to please romance readers. This book pulls you in with adventure and mystery. You get a kidnapping, murder and more. Our hero (Connor) and heroine (Kaitlyn) are an interesting pa...
5 StarsAh, this was a sweet quick romantic read where the cowboy horse trainer falls in love with a pediatrician. How these two came together was rather cute. Stone Dempsy is left a sick baby by his drug-addict sister. It’s a huge responsibility f...
4 Stars"Cowboy Wolf Trouble" is an amazing book from Kate Ballenger. It was also a first time read all the way around for me. This was my first time reading a book from this author, and also, it's a first in series story. I love discovering a capt...
4½ Stars"My Christmas Dream" is set in a beautiful back drop in a place called Tuke Valley. It's in Washington state. Marilyn Miles writing style has you feeling as if you're there. With every vivid description you can picture the small farming tow...
3½ StarsI truly enjoyed this latest book in The Lost Platoon series. At its heart this book was about second chances. I loved the angst and turmoil of Scott and Natalie's romance. A complex web of deception had them believing all was lost but then...
4½ StarsBetween the pages of "The Duke I Once Knew" is one of my favorite romance tropes. This is a second chance at love story. fifteen years have passed and Abigail has been taking care of her family... it seems forever. First it was her elderly...
4 StarsSigh.. I just love Cerise DeLand's stories. I know I am in for a wonderful tale full of her great characters and often some mischief, adventure and of course a sigh worthy romance! Griffith, the Earl of Marsden has just come back from the w...
4½ StarsThe Laird’s Christmas Kiss by Anna Campbell is the 2nd book in the Lairds Most Likely series. This is the classic story of the shy girl who has always had a crush on the bad boy. In the spirit of the holidays and with an extreme makeover, t...
4½ Stars“The CEO’s Christmas Manny” by Angela McCallister follows Sasha Lindsey as his professional obligations are endangered by his increasing attraction for his overworked but sexy employer. Nic Price is struggling to cope with the demands of hi...
4 StarsRobyn DeHart absolutely delights with the breathtakingly beautiful historical romance. She is a star of the genre and this story proves just why. Agnes Watkins and Fletcher Banks are a perfect match if only life and preconceived notions wou...
5 Stars"Ten Kisses to Scandal" by Vivienne Lorret is a delightful second installment to her Misadventures in Matchmaking series. Briar Bourne is the youngest sister of the Bourne Matrimonial Agency and is determined to prove her worth to her siste...
4 StarsThomas Powell, Duke of Northfield, meets Amina, whose actual name is Lucia, at the risqué Orchid Club. After giving in to temptation, a shocking secret threatens to destroy Tom’s life. He and Lucia must decide if they’re willing to risk eve...
3½ Stars"Ensnared" had me from the very first page. I enjoyed visiting the Sinclair family again. I hope to read the next book as well. Jade is freaking out because she just came into a lot of money and Eli is going to be the one to teach her that...
4½ Stars"Beneath a Blue Moon" (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen is a paranormal romance book. It is the second story in a series and l loved reading it just as much as the first one. This book is about Chase and Rain. Chase is a w...
4 Stars"A Witch's Journey" is a wonderful story about Pepper McKay, a witch who gets run out of Salem, only to inherit her aunt's estate in Lobster Cove. There she meets the sexy handyman, Lathen, who helps her build a wildlife rehabilitation cent...
3½ StarsIf you like the supernatural, ghosts, animals, history, pain, fear and anger then you will enjoy "Nora’s Promise". You will get points of view from Nora, Davey, Cruz and Steph. Each with a unique spin to the story. In all, there are really...
3½ StarsWhat would you do if you lost the love of your life? Would you be able to move on? How long before you find someone else? If you found that someone else would you be willing to let yourself feel for them? Or would you let your guilt consume...
4 StarsIf you enjoy romantic, fun historical stories, you will thoroughly enjoy this one! You have two people who cared about each other, but it seemed every time they were together misunderstandings and stubbornness got in the way! Gloriana Warre...
4 Stars“Cutie and the Beast” by E.J. Russell is a gay paranormal romance that features somewhat inept David Evans as he is assigned to temp for the irascible Dr. Alun Kendrick, a psychologist with a very unusual clientele. Despite Alun’s disfigure...
4½ StarsSusan Stoker has become one of my go-to authors and this fantastic contemporary suspense illustrates just why. Ronan Cross and Chloe Harris are so well suited and I loved watching them deal so differently with their situation. Ronan is seri...
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