Sunday, February 13, 2022

Audiobook Review: Try Right by Jill Brashear


Try Right: A Friends to Lovers Romance
Series: Aloha Series, Book 3
Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins






Blurb

She’s on a mission to reunite with her soul mate. He’s the fool who agreed to help her.

A year ago Claudia was Hollywood’s most sought-after actress, now the only role she can get is a bit part in a TV series filmed in Hawaii. She can’t afford to say no, and Hawaii offers something more than CPR for her career - it’s the home of her first love, a man she’s been dreaming of for six years.

Henry is the best in the business. The fearless stuntman is used to standing in for the leading man. He’s never wanted to be the star until Claudia saunters onto set wearing the shortest shorts he’s ever seen.

Her long legs, killer smile, and biting wit make his heart race like he’s in a speeding car heading straight for a crash. When an unorthodox bet throws them together, he reluctantly agrees to help her track down her long-lost love.

Now he just has to keep himself from doing something stupid, like falling in love with her.

This retro Hawaiian Romance set in 1968 contains piggy-back rides up Diamond Head Crater, skinny dipping in paradise, and a pair of friends who can’t keep their hands off each other.


My Review

This is the third book in the Aloha Series. Claudia and Henry's story is beautifully written, fun, sexy, emotional, and heartwarming. Henry is handsome, and supportive. Claudia is beautiful, and smart. The storyline has drama, angst, and secrets. I liked the scenery! This is a great friends to lovers. Teddy Hamilton and Mackenzie Cartwright did an excellent job with the narration. I enjoyed it!

Thursday, February 10, 2022

Audiobook Review: The End of Us By Kennedy Fox

The End of Us
Love in Isolation, Book 3
Series: Love in Isolation, Book 3
Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins




Blurb


What happens when a stalker threatens your life and you’re flown to a private beach house with your sexy new bodyguard? You break the rules and hope he falls madly in love with you.

The End of Us is an opposites-attract forbidden age-gap stand-alone romance.



My Review

This is the third book in the Love in Isolation series. Wow! I loved it! This is an excellent forbidden age-gap, forced proximity standalone romance. Piper and Tristan’s story is beautifully written. Tristan, Piper’s new bodyguard, is handsome, alpha, very protective, and caring. Piper is a popular and dedicated influencer and a spoiled billionaire heiress. She is virgin, stubborn, sassy, passionate, and feisty. She definitely is very entertaining! They are opposites attract, but they are perfect together. I like how they complement each other. They share a sizzling hot chemistry. The storyline is fast-paced, steamy, and captivating, filled with romance, humor, mystery, and a little suspense. The supporting characters are amazing. Tristan’s brother Easton is handsome, and I can't wait to listen to his story! Andy Arndt and Sebastian York did a wonderful job with the dual narration. The audio production is perfection. This is an excellent team authors/narrators. I enjoyed it! Looking forward to listening to The Heart of Us, the next book in the series. I love this series, and I highly recommend it!

Friday, February 4, 2022

Review Tour: The Commander By Melanie Moreland





She spelled one word. Trouble. 
The exact kind of trouble I didn’t need.

THE COMMANDER by Melanie L. Moreland
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ABOUT THE BOOK
My instincts had always served me well.
Listening to my gut, the warning voice in my head that told me when to walk away.
I never failed to heed the signs.
Until the day she walked into my office.
I knew she would be trouble, but I ignored the alarm bells.
And then it was too late, and I fell. Hard.
A lie tore us apart, and I thought I’d lost her forever.
But now she’s back—with a secret she’s been keeping.
This time, I’m not letting her go.


My Review
This is the third book in the Men of Hidden Justice series, and excellent Romantic Suspense. Julian and Tally's story is suspenseful, and captivating, filled with mystery and secrets. Julian is handsome, alpha, protective, commanding, and caring. Tally is strong, determined, and independent. They complement each other. This is a beautiful story. I read it, and the audiobook version is AMAZING! John Lane and Maxine Mitchell did an outstanding job with the narration. They are both on my list of favorite narrators. I enjoyed it. I highly recommend this series. 


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Thursday, February 3, 2022

Release Blitz: The Lies You Love By Rachel Robinson

Release Date: February 3

Auden
In a quest to forget my ex left me to marry a man, I turned to a few flings. Okay, more than a few, but I dare anyone to judge me after the life I’ve endured. Then, a one-night stand gets a little blurry in the emotions department. He’s muscular, smooth talking, and the chemistry is so hot that thinking about him makes me buzz. The catch is he can only commit to a one month fling. It’s so good, I agree, but it’s obvious there’s something between us that can’t be ignored. His secrets are deep, and I don’t want to get burned again yet, walking away is impossible.

Beck
I spend one month on duty guarding my Principal, and one month off letting loose. That’s my schedule, and I’m okay with it until I meet her. The night we meet is a little fuzzy, but our connection is not. When I wake up in the morning and discover my life-altering one-night stand is my Principal’s best friend, I know I’m doomed, but I make excuses to keep Auden for as long as I can. That is until both their lives are in danger and I can only save one.
My duty and honor, or the woman who I’ve fallen mercilessly for?

Always protect the heartbeat. 

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My Review 
This is the second book in the Charge Men series, a Romantic Suspense. Auden and Beck's story is suspenseful, action packed, and captivating! They share an instant attraction, and their chemistry is hot! The opening scene is breathtaking! The storyline is an emotional rollercoaster, filled with mystery, secrets, and intrigue. I liked the twists and turns. Impossible to put it down. I enjoyed it.


Meet Rachel Robinson

Rachel grew up in a small, quiet town full of loud talkers. Her words were always only loud on paper. She has been writing stories and creating characters for as long as she can remember. 

CRAZY GOOD and SET IN STONE, and TIME AND SPACE, three of her Navy SEAL novels are INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERS.

After living in San Diego, Virginia Beach, and then Fairfax, VA, she now resides in colorful Colorado with her badass husband, two children, her Sphynx cat, & her dog, Polly.

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Release Blitz: The Commander by Melanie Morland


The Commander by Melanie Moreland is now live! 

My instincts had always served me well.
Listening to my gut, the warning voice in my head that told me when to walk away.
I never failed to heed the signs.
Until the day she walked into my office.
I knew she would be trouble, but I ignored the alarm bells.
And then it was too late, and I fell. Hard.
A lie tore us apart, and I thought I'd lost her forever.
But now she's back—with a secret she's been keeping.
This time, I'm not letting her go.

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Meet Melanie Moreland

New York Times/USA Today bestselling author Melanie Moreland, lives a happy and content life in a quiet area of Ontario with her beloved husband of thirty-plus years and their rescue cat, Amber. Nothing means more to her than her friends and family, and she cherishes every moment spent with them.

While seriously addicted to coffee, and highly challenged with all things computer-related and technical, she relishes baking, cooking, and trying new recipes for people to sample. She loves to throw dinner parties, and also enjoys traveling, here and abroad, but finds coming home is always the best part of any trip.

Melanie loves stories, especially paired with a good wine, and enjoys skydiving (free falling over a fleck of dust) extreme snowboarding (falling down stairs) and piloting her own helicopter (tripping over her own feet.) She's learned happily ever afters, even bumpy ones, are all in how you tell the story.

 

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

Release Blitz: Penalty Kiss by Annie Dyer

PENALTY KISS by Annie Dyer is LIVE!

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Clean-living, wholesome, and with a constant smile plastered on her pretty face, Dee Jones is my antithesis. She’s also what I’m told I need to polish my somewhat tarnished image – apparently being papped getting friendly with a fellow holiday maker on a sun lounger after your ex does a kiss-and-tell with the media isn’t exactly what Manchester Athletic deems great publicity for their bad boy midfielder. A repair job is needed, and the club is hoping that the super shiny star player for the women’s team can transfer some of her good-girl sunshine stardust on to me. But Dee hates me and I’m the last thing she wants to deal with right now, because Miss Dee has problems of her own. Problems that could score her an own goal. She’s meant to be my penalty, but will she let me be her kiss instead? Penalty Kiss is the first standalone in the Manchester Athletic series. Meet the team in this grumpy/sunshine, enemies-to-lovers, bad boy athlete romance.


My Review

This is the first book in the Manchester Athletic series, a Sports Romance. Dee and Rowan's story is sweet, sexy, and heartwarming. Dee is lovely, smart, caring and supportive.  Rowan is a grumpy bad boy.  He is handsome! They are both footballers of the Manchester Athletic football club (men and women's squads).  They are opposites attract, but they are perfect together.  I loved to follow them in their journey to love. Dee's sister Joanne is such a frustrating character.  Dee's nephew Toby is cute! I liked the characters, the banter, the slow burn romance, and the beautiful ending.  This is a great an enemies-to-lovers romance, and I enjoyed it.  Looking forward to reading Hollywood Ball, the next book in the series. 


Meet the Author

Annie lives in the north of England, not too far from the amazing city of Manchester. She is owned by several cats and many hens, narrowly avoiding being a mad cat woman by enslaving a very understanding husband. She’s an avid reader of many genres and if she’s not writing a book, she’s usually reading one!

AUTHOR LINKS

Website: https://writeranniedyer.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/anniedyer/ Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/writerannie?lang=en Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17900425.Annie_Dyer Fb page https://www.facebook.com/AnnieDyersCallaghanGreen Fb group https://www.facebook.com/groups/AnniesLondonLovers Bookbub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/annie-dyer Amazon http://author.to/AnnieDyer

Audio Blast: My Husbands's Fiancée by Wendy Owens


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When my husband’s mistress was found brutally murdered, I was the one imprisoned for the crime.


I was willing to do whatever it took to prove my innocence. When Dr. Evelyn Powell showed up on visiting day, I was shocked to learn she was my husband’s new fiancé. I befriended her in hopes of finding answers to my questions.


Was my husband behind the brutal slaying? If I wanted to regain my freedom, I had to figure out a way to convince Evelyn to betray the man she loved and search for the evidence that would prove my innocence. After all, if I was right about my husband, she could be his next victim.


A psychological thriller with a twist you’ll have to read to believe.



ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Wendy Owens was born in the small college town of Oxford, Ohio. She’s the author of YA urban fantasy series The Sacred Guardians, Contemporary Romance Stubborn Love Series, and the Penny Preston Mystery Series. Her latest book is a psychological thriller full of twists and turns, My Husband’s Fiance.

When she's not writing, this dog lover can be found spending time with her tech geek husband, their three amazing kids, and two pups. She loves to cook and is a film fanatic, and hasn’t met an ugly house she wasn’t dreaming of renovating.



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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Release Blitz: Mischief Night By Delaney Foster

Release Date: January 20 

When it came to Romeo and Juliet, a kiss was never just a kiss.

The Brotherhood. 

There was only one way in and one way out: death.

Power.

That was the code we lived by. It was like a religion in our world. Men would fight for it. Die for it. Kill for it.

Sacrifice.

It was a way of life. Family. Freedom. Our very souls. Everything we had came at a price.

Love.

That was the biggest illusion of all.

I f*cked up and fell in love with the enemy. She's too good for me, too good for this world I've been bred to conquer. But I couldn't stay away. When I was near her, the monster beneath the surface begged to be set free.

She was untainted. I wanted to desecrate her.
She was flawless. I wanted to ruin her.
She was light. I wanted to drag her into the darkness.
She was forbidden. I took her anyway.
I crossed a line and started a war. Both of our families were out for blood.
The only question is, who will bleed first?

*This is book one in a series but may be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger. Please read content warning.*

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My Review

This was my first Delaney Foster's book, and won't be my last. This is the first book in the Obsidian Brotherhood series, a dark romance. Wow! Tatum and Caspian are fantastic characters. Caspian is the perfect antihero, alpha, possessive, dark, and enigmatic. Tatum is beautiful, strong, and determined. Their story is unique, dark, intense, steamy, and captivating. The world building is complex. The supporting characters are great. I liked the suspense, the secrets, the twists and turns, the Epilogue, and the breathtaking bonus Epilogue! If you like dark romance, with secret societies, complex world building, powerful brotherhood, and an addictive plot, this book is definitely for you. I am looking forward to reading Hallowed Eve, the next book in the series!


Meet Delaney Foster

Hi, I'm Delaney, and I write love stories. I love all things romance, a good glass of wine, and Saturdays at the baseball park. I do believe leggings are pants and that there's a just a little magic in every pumpkin spice latte. In my stories you'll find sexy alpha men and the strong women who love them. 



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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Release Blitz: Queen of Independence By Karen Frances




Title: Queen of Independence
Author: Karen Frances
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: January 18, 2022


BLURB

Most people see Amelia Campbell as a socialite party girl.

But beneath the frivolity of her public persona, she is the driving force behind a serious charity fundraising portfolio.

Beautiful and intelligent, romance isn't high on the list as she enjoys her life of independence. With friends in royal circles, her influence and connection to events are always in high demand.

However, while pairing up with the Scottish government in a joint fundraising initiative, Harry Donaldson, the First Minister uncovers a secret that has the potential to rock the UK establishment. This secret poses a question that could threaten Amelia's existence as she knows it.

With a referendum on Scottish independence looming, Harry, seeing an ideal opportunity to shake the foundations of the UK government, should the vote land in his favour, he will do anything to make this happen.

When Harry enlists the help of bodyguard Liam McKenna to guard his asset, the plot thickens further when Liam uncovers the truth behind Harry's real intentions.





PURCHASE LINKS

AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU

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MY REVIEW

This was my first Karen Frances's book. The Queen of Independence was the last book she wrote. Amelia and Harry's story is entertaining. Amelia is beautiful, smart, and caring. Harry is handsome, and protective. The storyline is original, and captivating. The world building is interesting. I enjoyed it.



AUTHOR BIO

Karen Frances was a much beloved member of our book community who fell ill and passed away last year.

At the time of her passing, she was in the final stages of completing this story. With the assistance of her editor and her husband, this novel was completed with much respect & love.

It is her husband's hope with the proceeds of this release, along with her backlist, to keep Karen's memory alive by creating the Karen Frances Literary Foundation in her honor to assist future authors realize their dream of publishing.

Release Blitz: Green Envy by Aleatha Romig


Release Date: January 18


“Nothing is enough to the man for whom enough is too little.” ~ Epicurus 


At what age did I begin to question everything? 


As far back as I, Donavan Sherman, can recall, I saw the world not through the rose-colored glasses of others—those spectacles worn by the individuals who see what surrounds them and are satisfied—but through vision hued by green.


Life took me along a bumpy path, or better yet, the path I chose led me to encounter obstacles that prepared me to overcome. That journey didn’t sugarcoat the world; it opened my eyes to the true qualities of green—greed, illness, and envy. After all, even Disney surrounds their villains in green smoke. That green hue created the realization that there is always more, always better, and never enough. 


I saw, I coveted, I took, and I conquered. 


I made enemies. 


Even with Julia by my side, my quest for more isn’t satisfied. There are people I want to see suffer, but it seems that revenge isn’t a one-way street. 


Will Julia pay the price for my sins? 


From New York Times bestselling author Aleatha Romig comes a brand-new age-gap, family saga, chance meeting, contemporary romantic-suspense novel in the world of high finance, where success is sweet and revenge is sweeter. 


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*GREEN ENVY is a full-length novel and book two of the Sin Series that began with RED SIN and will continue with GOLD LUST.


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My Review

This is the second book in the Sin Series, a Dark Romantic Suspense. The story continues where the first book left off. Van and Julia's age-gap romance is suspenseful, and captivating. I liked the action, the secrets, and the twists and turns. Looking forward to reading Gold Lust the next book in the series. This series is enthralling!


Meet Aleatha Romig 

 

Aleatha Romig is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author who lives in Indiana, USA. She grew up in Mishawaka, graduated from Indiana University, and is currently living south of Indianapolis. Aleatha has raised three children with her high school sweetheart and husband of over thirty years. Before she became a full-time author, she worked days as a dental hygienist and spent her nights writing. Now, when she's not imagining mind-blowing twists and turns, she likes to spend her time a with her family and friends. Her other pastimes include reading and creating heroes/anti-heroes who haunt your dreams and bring your imagination to life! 

Aleatha released her first novel, CONSEQUENCES, in August of 2011. CONSEQUENCES became a bestselling series with five novels and two companions released from 2011 through 2015. The compelling and epic story of Anthony and Claire Rawlings has graced more than half a million e-readers. Aleatha released the first of her series TALES FROM THE DARK SIDE, INSIDIOUS, in the fall of 2014. These stand alone thrillers continue Aleatha's twisted style with an increase in heat. 

In the fall of 2015, Aleatha moved head first into the world of dark romantic suspense with the release of BETRAYAL, the first of her five novel INFIDELITY series that has taken the reading world by storm. She also began her traditional publishing career with Thomas and Mercer. Her books INTO THE LIGHT and AWAY FROM THE DARK were published through this mystery/thriller publisher in 2016. 

In the spring of 2017, Aleatha released her first stand-alone, fun, and sexy romantic comedy with PLUS ONE, followed by the sweet stand-alone, ONE NIGHT. 

Aleatha is a "Published Author's Network" member of the Romance Writers of America and PEN America. She is represented by Kevan Lyon of Marsal Lyon Literary Agency. 

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Thursday, January 6, 2022

The Baby Proposition by Kim Loraine

So good!! 

The Baby Proposition
A Pregnancy Bargain Romance 
Series: Anything for Love, Book 1
Narrated by: J.F. Harding, Stella Hunter
Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins



Release Date: 01-17-22

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Blurb:

Clara Barnes wants a baby, and I’m going to give her one.

I wanted Clara the first time I saw her, but as soon as I figured out she was the local vet and would be working on my ranch, I knew I had to let her go. I put myself in the friend-zone until the night she told me she wanted to get knocked up.

There wasn’t a chance I’d let another guy get her pregnant, even if he was an anonymous donor. Not when she had me, Maverick Wilde - grade A certified Montana cowboy - right in front of her. The arrangement was perfect. I make my donation, she gets her baby, we go back to being friends. No strings. No messy heartbreak.

Except everything changes when we decide it’ll be a lot more fun to make a direct deposit and do things the old-fashioned way. That spark between us? Now it’s a blazing fire I have no desire to extinguish. Our baby proposition just got a lot more complicated. 

Featuring duet narration from J.F. Harding and Stella Hunter.


My Review:

Wow! I loved it! This is the first book in the Anything for Love series, a Cowboy Romance. This series is interconnected with the amazing series Wilde Horse Ranch and Ryker Ranch. I like these series intertwined! Maverick (Mav) and Clara's story is sweet, funny, sexy, and heartwarming. Mav is such a great guy, sweet, and caring. Clara is beautiful, strong, and determined. They are so sweet and perfect together. The supporting characters are great. I loved to see again the characters from the previous series. J.F. Harding and Stella Hunter did an amazing job with the narration. I love their voices together, and they are perfect as Mav and Clara. Looking forward to listening to the next book in the series. I like Kim Loraine's Cowboy Romance! 

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New Release: Vicious Seduction by Jill Ramsower

  ♦ ♦ ♦ Title: Vicious Seduction Series: The Byrne Brothers Series, Book #4 Author: Jill Ramsower Narrated: Jason Clark & Jo Raylan P...