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A FOOL FOR YOU (FOOLPROOF LOVE) BY KATEE ROBERT
Release Date: October 3, 2016
SYNOPSIS
It’s been thirteen years since Hope Moore left Devil’s Falls, land of sexy cowboys and bad memories. Back for the weekend, she has no intention of seeing the man she never got over…or the two of them getting down and dirty. It’s just a belated goodbye, right? No harm, no foul.
Until six weeks later, when her pregnancy test comes back positive…
Daniel Rodriguez hasn’t forgiven himself for how things went down with Hope all those years ago. He knows she’s better off without him, but when she shows up on his doorstep, panicking because she’s pregnant with his baby, he can’t help seeing it as a chance to make up for the past.
Too bad Hope has no intention of going along with his plans.
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REVIEW: A FOOL FOR YOU (FOOLPROOF LOVE) BY KATEE ROBERT
A Fool For You by Katee Robert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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No word could better describe the heroine in A Fool for You than her name, Hope. Her world was devastated in the blink of an eye. A heartbreaking loss that destroyed a family, a community and all of her dreams forced her in a new direction. But time could not erase her connection to Devil Falls and the man that broke her heart. Daniel has been fighting a losing battle with guilt and grief for thirteen years. Can he let go of his fears enough to take the second chance staring him in the face? Daniel and Hope had a long bridge to cross. Tragedy, anger, guilt, naysayers and memories that could make or break them. There were times I wanted to slap Daniel upside the head. Believing in the impossible and willing to take a risk, that's my definition of hope. Ms. Robert picked the perfect name for her strong heroine.
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THE RANCHER RETURNS (THE WESTMORELAND LEGACY) BY BRENDA JACKSON
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Discover New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson's The Westmoreland Legacy—a navy SEAL returns to his ranch…and finds irresistible desire!
Returning from active duty to find his ranch being dug up by a beautiful stranger isn't the homecoming navy SEAL Gavin Blake expected. Layla Harris is convinced there's buried treasure on his land. But the only treasure this wealthy rancher wants to uncover is the professor's secret desires! When Layla unearths family secrets—and mysterious threats—he vows to do whatever it takes to protect her. Even as her revelations change everything…
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REVIEW: THE RANCHER RETURNS (THE WESTMORELAND LEGACY) BY BRENDA JACKSON
The Rancher Returns by Brenda Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Gavin is everything you would expect a creation of Brenda Jackson's imagination to be. Overpowering, controlling, easy on the eyes but havoc to the heart. His attraction to Layla, was sure to set the roof on fire. Mysterious happenings and surprising twists kept me glued to The Rancher Returns for days on end. I really don't believe Ms. Jackson will ever miss with her style of writing and her sultry characters. Gavin with his bedroom eyes and alpha ways is a character that gets under the skin. Layla has more of a subdued personality that creeps us on you and draws a reader in bit by bit. I fell for this author when I read my first Westmoreland story and grow fonder with every read.
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MISTLETOE BETWEEN FRIENDS/ THE SNOW FLAKE INN BY SAMANTHA CHASE
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Two gorgeous stories about the most romantic time of the year...
The holidays don't have to be fraught with tension, as lifelong friends Lily Cavanaugh and Cameron Greene discover in Mistletoe Between Friends when they cook up a scheme to fool their family and friends.
The Snowflake Inn shows rivals Grace Brodie and Riley Walsh that Christmas is a time when dreams come true-even if you've given up on those dreams long ago.
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REVIEW: MISTLETOE BETWEEN FRIENDS/ THE SNOW FLAKE INN BY SAMANTHA CHASE
Mistletoe Between Friends / The Snowflake Inn by Samantha Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The gift that keeps on giving. That is my catch phrase for any Samantha Chase novel. Whether in print, digital or reissue this author never disappoints. I'm as hooked on these stories now as I was the very first time I read them. Keeps getting better with time.
Mistletoe Between Friends - Cam can rival encyclopedias with his intellectual skills, but his awkward choice of topics can put the kibosh on romance faster than a match can spark a flame. Lily has a flair for the dramatic, her hobbies are interesting and career choices creative. Her flights of fancy, keep her lonely and leave her family questioning her sanity. Take two clueless friends, mix in a couple of matchmaking parents and you have cozy, funny and enchanting. Mistletoe Between Friends is the perfect read for anytime of the year, because it warms from the inside out.
The Snowflake Inn - Riley and Grace prove nothing is impossible. If the heart is open and the mind is willing to takes a risk. Hope comes in the form of The Snowflake Inn to a broken hearted dreamer and a frustrated businessman.
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MERRIED (MISFIT BRIDES) BY JAMIE FARRELL
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
He’s the Spare Heir of Bliss’s most famous jewelry shop
Max Gregory’s family is best known for creating and displaying the infamous Mrs. Claus diamond ring, but here in the bridal capital of the world, Max is best known for having a cursed love life. Not that he believes in curses. Or he didn’t, until he met her.
She’s the daughter of a notorious jewel thief
Merry Silver's parents have wreaked havoc on her life. After her last romantic disaster—thanks, Daddy—she’s fleeing the country for a chance at normal. But first, she has to avoid her favorite ex-boyfriend while she gets her mom married off. Again.
And their Christmas miracle might be a second chance at love
Max was horrified when he discovered why Merry disappeared last year. Now she's back in Bliss for a wedding, and her father may be after his family’s most prized possession. But is it the diamond Max is worried about? Or is he afraid of losing the only woman who’s ever made him want to settle down?
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REVIEW: MERRIED (MISFIT BRIDES) BY JAMIE FARRELL
Merried by Jamie Farrell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Merried is a story of heartache, betrayal and second chances. There is heart in every word on every page. Ms. Farrell has written a story of devotion. Love of family has landed Merry in some sticky situations. It's brought her the love of her life in Max, but family has cost her just as much. With a father that is addicted to living on the edge and a mother who needs to be the center of attention, childhood was unpredictable. Adulthood is even more complicated. Falling for the one man who that you know is off limits is heartbreaking but unprofessional for the daughter of a jewel thief.
Max met the girl of his dreams and just as quickly she disappeared. Now she's back with a lot of baggage and even more secrets, that could spell doom for his career and trouble for his heart. Max and Merry are totally mismatched but they do belong together. As an outsider looking in it was easy to feel Merry's uncertainy, Max's conflicting emotions and the fact that family was an important part of their lives made a chance at happiness even more difficult. Merried examines the love of family and listening to one's heart. Treacherous, seductive, emotional yet irresistibly charming.
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GETTING DIRTY WITH THE CEO (THE SUITS UNDONE) BY MIA SOSA
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Sometimes you have to get a little dirty to get what you want.
Publicist Mimi Pennington is at the top of her game. She's savvy, hard-working, and eager to move up the corporate ladder. So when her boss tells her that in order to make partner she has to land a prestigious account, Mimi meets the challenge head on. Never mind that the prospective client is Daniel Vargas, the polished and pompous player who rejected her months ago.
Mimi hasn't given Daniel the time of day since their one fateful encounter, and while business has brought them back together, pleasure is what he has in mind. She says she's not interested in giving him a second chance, but Daniel is prepared to call her bluff. All he needs is one week. One week to test her rules and prove that he's exactly the kind of man she needs . . .
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REVIEW: GETTING DIRTY WITH THE CEO (THE SUITS UNDONE) BY MIA SOSA
Getting Dirty with the CEO by Mia Sosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It's a given that Mia Sosa writes sensual stories. In my opinion she deserves credit for her ability to write sexy stories that are captivating and characters that deliver more than just hormones and looks. Front and center are problems that are prevalent and relatable. Getting Dirty with the CEO examines sexism and issues with self worth through the eyes of two very proud people. Mimi is in the business of show and tell, but despite her chosen career has hidden depths to her that alter her opinion of the world. Men in particular. Daniel's imagination helps him find and create beauty, but his connection to cynical Mimi is a challenge that he thrives on conquering. A pessimist and an optimist should not work. Yet, they share some of the same outlooks and challenge each others ideals. This is only my second novel by this author. The message her stories emit are more powerful than any heated attraction.
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THE BACHELOR AUCTION (THE BACHELORS OF ARIZONA) BY RACHEL VAN DYKEN
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Cinderella never had to deal with this crap.
Jane isn't entirely sure that Cinderella got such a raw deal. Sure, she had a rough start, but didn't she eventually land a prince and a happily-ever-after? Meanwhile, Jane is busy waiting on her demanding, entitled sisters, running her cleaning business, and . . . yep, not a prince in sight. Until a party and a broken shoe incident leave Jane wondering if princes---or at least, a certain deliciously hunky billionaire---maybe do exist.
Except Brock Wellington isn't anyone's dream guy. Hell, a prince would never agree to be auctioned off in marriage to the highest bidder. Or act like an arrogant jerk---even if it was just a façade. Now, as Brock is waiting for the auction chopping block, he figures it's karmic retribution that he's tempted by a sexy, sassy woman he can't have. But while they can't have a fairy-tale ending, maybe they can indulge in a little bit of fantasy . .
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REVIEW: THE BACHELOR AUCTION (THE BACHELORS OF ARIZONA) BY RACHEL VAN DYKEN
The Bachelor Auction by Rachel Van Dyken
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The highest form of praise is for an artist to seek inspiration from the classics. The Bachelor Auction is well on it's way to becoming a classic. Ms. Van Dyken used her knowledge of some of the most memorable moments in literature and created a modern day work of art. Through laughter, irony and imaginative workmanship, Cinderella became a sassy spitfire and Prince Charming became anything but. Can Jane and Brockton let go of their make believe fantasies and take a risk on an up close and personal reality? An enchanting childhood fantasy becomes an irresistible adulthood romance.
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SAVING JAKE (BLESSINGS, GEORGIA) BY SHARON SALA
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
There is always hope
After eight years in the Marines, Jacob Lorde returns to Blessings, Georgia, with no plans other than to hole up in his empty house and heal what’s left of his soul. But with a charming next door neighbor and a town full of friendly people, keeping to himself is easier said than done.
As long as you can come home
Laurel Payne understands far too well what Jake is going through, after witnessing her late husband experience similar problems. She’s in no hurry to jump into another relationship with a complicated guy, but their attraction is undeniable—and perhaps exactly what both of them need.
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REVIEW: SAVING JAKE (BLESSINGS, GEORGIA) BY SHARON SALA
Saving Jake by Sharon Sala
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Resilience. We all have this quality embedded within. The ability to weather the bruises life throws our way without caving in. Jake returns to civilization a changed man. His body may have healed but his mind is slow on the uptake. The turmoil of his experience has left him broken and guilt-ridden. Heartbreaking images are on a continuous reel in his head. Traumatized he becomes a loner with nothing for company but his painful memories. Until Laurel sets her mind to bringing him out of his dark cocoon and into the light. Blessings is an apropo name for a place where the people care and miracles happy. Ms. Sala writes from the heart and that's why her stories are so appealing for me. Saving Jake is about conquering the past and rebuilding the path to the future.
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CHRISTMAS IN ETERNITY SPRINGS (ETERNITY SPRINGS NOVEL) BY EMILY MARCH
Release Date: October 4, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Can Miss Christmas find her spirit again?
After a devastating betrayal, Claire Branham packs up the pieces of her life, along with a twenty-million-dollar secret, and moves to Eternity Springs. She opens a specialty shop—Forever Christmas—and, with the help of a surprise romance with the town’s sexy new handyman, Claire’s heart begins to heal. Until her past comes knocking…
Jax Lancaster never questioned the need to abandon his career as a Navy submariner in order to care for his young son in the wake of his ex-wife’s death. Desperate to help with this loss, Jax straps on a tool belt to give Nicholas the one thing he wants: A life in Eternity Springs. What Jax never expected to find a second chance at love with a fascinating woman for whom Christmas has become a business. But when the truth about Claire threatens their newfound happiness, can Jax prove to her that in Eternity Springs, the spirit of Christmas is real. . .and will last a lifetime?
Christmas in Eternity Springs is the twelfth installment in Emily March's acclaimed Eternity Springs series.
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS IN ETERNITY SPRINGS (ETERNITY SPRINGS NOVEL) BY EMILY MARCH
Christmas in Eternity Springs: An Eternity Springs Novel by Emily March
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Eternity Springs represents new beginnings. The chance to leave behind the baggage and look toward the future that awaits. Ms. March has a way with words. The pull of the characters and the tragic circumstances that bring them to this majestic fantasy makes for a prolific tale. Both Claire and Jax see Eternity Springs as a beacon in an otherwise stormy time within their lives. In a time of turmoil the healing power of this magical community seems the perfect escape for Claire as she sorts through the dramatic whirlwind that is her life and come to terms with her demons. Jax is looking for a place to help his son through a dark time. There are so many chances in life we take for granted, the message of the story is to hold on to any chance at happiness sent your way because every moment is special and fleeting. I love Eternity Springs.
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12 STEPS TO MR. RIGHT BY CINDI MADSEN
Release Date: September 26, 2016
SYNOPSIS
12 steps to finding Mr. Right, composed by dating coach extraordinaire Savannah Gamble
1: Admit to being powerless over your attraction to the wrong type of guy. (Like Lincoln Wells, who broke your heart after an unforgettable one-night stand.)
2: Believe Mr. Right is out there.
3: Take inventory of past mistakes. (See step #1.)
4: Make a list of qualities you want in a man. (Avoid charming baseball players/reason you made these rules in the first place)
5: Take charge of your own life.
6: Learn to love yourself.
7: Sort the hookup guys from the relationship guys. (Avoid a painful brushoff after an amazing night together.)
8: Never, ever settle. (Even if the chemistry is off-the-charts.)
9: Don’t believe you can change a guy. (Once a commitment-phobe, always a commitment-phobe)
10: Communicate your needs.
11: Open your heart & love fully. (Still working on this one…)
12: Don’t ever, ever stray from the steps.
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REVIEW: 12 STEPS TO MR. RIGHT BY CINDI MADSEN
12 Steps to Mr. Right by Cindi Madsen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is nothing stale about Cindi Madsen's brand of humorous romances. 12 Steps to Mr. Right is a prime example of just how enjoyable her stories can be. She delivers sage advice via fast paced sass and her characters are such a hoot that they knocked me on my ***. Savannah seems to have it all together. Doling out romance advice to the lovelorn and dateless of the world, but when it comes to her own matters of the heart she's as clueless as the people she helps. Not even her step by step road map can save her from the whirlwind that Linc pulls her into and before she can save herself, her downfall begins. The blind leading the blind has never proved to be so entertaining. I think I'm in love.
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STOLEN AWAY (HEARTS OF MONTANA) BY JENNIE MARTS
Release Date: September 26, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Elusive charmer Cash Walker is a tough-as-nails cowboy, except when it comes to the shy woman who shows up with a pretty smile, a wounded spirit, and a goat riding shotgun in her passenger seat.
Recently divorced from an abusive husband, Emma Frank has come home to Broken Falls, Montana. Lost, alone, and unable to escape the bullying tactics of her ex-brothers-in-law, she finds solace and friendship at the Tucked Away farm and with the handsome cowboy who believes in her and who helps her find her own courage.
There’s a darkness in Cash’s past that’s kept him from ever letting anyone get too close, but he can’t seem to stay away from Emma, who seems to be the one to finally break through his tough exterior and steal this cowboy’s heart.
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REVIEW: STOLEN AWAY (HEARTS OF MONTANA) BY JENNIE MARTS
Stolen Away by Jennie Marts
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Jennie Marts is an author that is not afraid to delve into all the pieces that shape a person into who they are and have yet to become. Stolen Away was the most recent example of that skill. Years of neglect and abuse mentally and physically has left Emma unsure of herself and scared to trust. Cash is the man who gently breaks through and gives her the strength to face her past. Protecting her becomes his priority, teaching him the meaning of love becomes hers. I am a fan of stories of courage and Stolen Away is a redemption story that makes the heart rejoice.
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THE TROUBLE WITH MISTLETOE (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
If she has her way . . .
Willa Davis is wrangling puppies when Keane Winters stalks into her pet shop with frustration in his chocolate-brown eyes and a pink bedazzled cat carrier in his hand. He needs a kitty sitter, stat. But the last thing Willa needs is to rescue a guy who doesn’t even remember her . . .
He’ll get nothing but coal in his stocking.
Saddled with his great-aunt’s Feline from Hell, Keane is desperate to leave her in someone else’s capable hands. But in spite of the fact that he’s sure he’s never seen the drop-dead-gorgeous pet shop owner before, she seems to be mad at him . . .
Unless he tempers “naughty” with a special kind of nice . . .
Willa can’t deny that Keane’s changed since high school: he’s less arrogant, for one thing—but can she trust him not to break her heart again? It’s time to throw a coin in the fountain, make a Christmas wish—and let the mistletoe do its work . . .
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REVIEW: THE TROUBLE WITH MISTLETOE (HEARTBREAKER BAY) BY JILL SHALVIS
The Trouble with Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Let's be serious, it's hard not to fall in love with a Jill Shalvis creation. Her stories are like a hug: a pleasure for the senses and a comfort to the heart. The warmth lingers long after the initial exposure. So it's only fitting that The Trouble with Mistletoe takes the magic of the holiday season and bundles it with the cuddly, feel good charm of a second chance romance. Every person has an event that sticks in the mind and leaves them wishing for a different outcome. Willa's is tall dark and handsome, but doesn't remember her. Add a furry matchmaker, a sexy blast from the past and anything can happen. This author is in a class that's all her own.
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SPARKING THE FIRE (HOT IN CHICAGO) BY KATE MEADER
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Kate Meader’s blazing Hot in Chicago firefighter series has “everything you want in a romance” (RT Book Reviews, Top Pick)! The flames of desire burn out of control in this sexy third novel when ex-lovers unexpectedly reunite for a sizzling affair that will have the director yelling, “Quiet on the set!”
Actor Molly Cade, America’s fallen sweetheart, finally has her shot at a Hollywood comeback with a dramatic new role as a tough-as-nails firefighter that promises to propel her back to the big time and restore her self-respect.
Wyatt Fox, resident daredevil at Engine Co. 6, needs a low-key job to keep him busy while he recovers from his latest rescue stunt. Consulting on a local movie shoot should add just enough spark to his day. Especially when in struts Molly Cade: the woman who worked his heart over good, and then left him in the Windy City dust.
Their story is straight out of a script: irrepressible, spunky heroine meets taciturn, smoldering hero. But these two refuse to be typecast, and when the embers of an old love are stoked, someone is bound to get burned…
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REVIEW: SPARKING THE FIRE (HOT IN CHICAGO) BY KATE MEADER
Sparking the Fire by Kate Meader
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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The spark that lights the match which start the fireworks. Kate Meader definitely knows how to get attention. Her family of firefighters are proof of that. Alex, Gage, Luke, Beck and Wyatt may not be blood but they are family. With a legacy to protect, these Dempsey siblings risk life and heart for the good of Chicago. It's always a pleasure to catch up with this hot blooded American family. Wyatt is the latest sibling brought to his knees when his fantasy meets reality. Molly is the one that got away. Lust brought two strangers to together all those years ago, now fate plays a hand in reuniting them. Sparking the Fire is jalapeño worthy. If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.
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SHE'S MY KIND OF GIRL (SOMETHING NEW) BY JENNIFER DAWSON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
In high school, they’d burned fast and hot. Now is their chance to find out if the sparks that linger will ignite a whole new flame.
The only thing Darcy Miller ever wanted more than gorgeous troublemaker Griffin Strong was to shake off the dust of small-town Revival, Illinois, and head to the big city—even if she had to leave him behind. Ten years later, Darcy is the ultimate New Yorker, writing a sex blog and living on designer cocktails and the pulse of urban life. That is, until she hears that Revival plans to seize her mother’s house right after the holidays, thanks to the new mayor—who is none other than Darcy’s ex…
Griffin couldn’t have asked for a more dangerous Christmas gift. Curvy, sassy Darcy is every bit as delectable as the wild child she was in high school—and just as determined to stir up problems. But Griffin learned long ago to straighten up and fly right in order to make changes in the town he loves. Keeping his reputation wholesome is a big part of that. If only Darcy didn’t make him want to take his place on the naughty list with her, right under the mistletoe…
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REVIEW: SHE'S MY KIND OF GIRL (SOMETHING NEW) BY JENNIFER DAWSON
She's My Kind of Girl by Jennifer Dawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jennifer Dawson is an author that knows how to spice it up. Her heroes are fantasy material and the heroines hold all the cards. She's My Kind of Girl, puts Darcy in the driver seat and Griffin is her willing passenger. Young love and second chances are central to the theme of this story. Prodigal daughter Darcy returns just in time to stir up old love, Griffin's carefully orchestrated plans and ends up questioning her own life plans. Shorter than her usual stories but still delightfully entertaining.
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A KISS AT CHRISTMASTIDE BY CHRISTINA MCKNIGHT
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Lady Pippa Godfrey has suffered the most ruinous London Season. She escapes to her Somerset estate for a quiet Christmastide holiday with her family, away from society’s prying eyes. But before her parents can join her, a storm crashes down on Somerset to destroy any hope of Pippa’s white Christmas dream. The roads have flooded and travel is impossible, leaving her stranded and alone. But a muddied, angry and devilishly handsome lord appears at her door demanding shelter.
Lucas Hartfeld, the Earl of Maddox, has been summoned by his parents, the Marquis and Marchioness of Bowmont, to attend a holiday party in the wilds of the country, far from his London townhouse. He suspects they command his attendance for far different reasons than a simple country party. When a storm strands his carriage, he’s forced to seek shelter at the only home for miles around, a local manor called Helton House.
When Lady Pippa is reluctant to admit him, he does what he’s been raised to do—demand she provide him and his servants with shelter until the storm passes. But the beautiful woman draws his interest far more than he’s willing to admit. Can Lucas find a way out of the predicament his parents are planning?
As Lady Pippa scrutinizes another arrogant, demanding lord, she is bombarded with memories of betrayals in her past. Can she forget those difficult life lessons to claim a Christmastide kiss from a perfect stranger?
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REVIEW: A KISS AT CHRISTMASTIDE BY CHRISTINA MCKNIGHT
A Kiss At Christmastide by Christina McKnight
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Historical romance has always been my genre of choice, A Kiss at Christmastide reminded me why. Anytime a reader allows themselves to get so lost that sorry is experienced when the story ends, you know you've stumbled upon a diamond. Pippa's trusting heart and beautiful soul hides many insecurities. Her vulnerability makes her an easy target for manipulative and vengeful people. When a scandal ruins her chances at a her first London Season, she enters into seclusion and shuts herself off from it all. A stranger, a snowstorm and the hands of fate may just bring her isolation to an end. Pippa and Lucas embody all the qualities I look for in a story. Ms. McKnight evokes an emotional connection with Pippa from the very beginning. Her panic, heartbreak and loneliness make her an open book and jumped right out at me. Lucas was harder to figure out but a mystery worth solving. I couldn't help but fall for this beautiful fairytale.
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MERRY COWBOY CHRISTMAS (LUCKY PENNY RANCH) BY CAROLYN BROWN
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
"Jud with his slow, Texas drawl is one sexy cowboy who will have readers falling in love with him. His romantic connection with Fiona sizzles. Brown's modern storytelling and fun-filled plot will engage readers and wrap them up in this sweet, Southern holiday romance." –RT Book Reviews
THIS CHRISTMAS, SANTA'S WEARING A STETSON
'Tis the night before Christmas and all through the house is the presence of one wickedly hot cowboy who's come to stay for the holiday. Fiona Logan is downright shocked to return to her childhood home and find that the tall blond stranger who came to her rescue on an icy road will be sleeping just across the hall from her bedroom. Talk about temptation . . .
Jud Dawson never believed the Lucky Penny Ranch would live up to its name until now.
Fiona is gorgeous, smart, funny, and everything he thought he'd never find. Now all he has to do is convince her to stick around town instead of hightailing it back to Houston. But with wild weather, nosy neighbors, and a new baby in the family, getting her to admit that she's falling in love might just take a Christmas miracle.
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REVIEW: MERRY COWBOY CHRISTMAS (LUCKY PENNY RANCH) BY CAROLYN BROWN
Merry Cowboy Christmas by Carolyn Brown
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Ms. Brown exposes more of herself with each story she writes. Her stories transport readers to a more simple time, when caring was not a chore and hope was only a heartbeat away. Jud may be small town but he's much deeper than he looks. He yearns for his own chance at finding a place that fits. Love, family and happiness are his hidden dream, yet his reality is proving to be anything but. That is until a sassy filly touches him in all the right places. Merry Cowboy Christmas is perfect. Home, holidays and humour combine to create an endearing, nostalgic story of love. Truly felt like coming home.
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CHRISTMAS COMES TO MAIN STREET (BRIAR CREEK) BY OLIVIA MILES
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
The mistletoe is out, and the gloves are off . . .
'Tis the worst season to be single, but Kara Hastings won't let a little Christmas funk spoil the festive season. Sure, running her own bakery is a little harder than she expected, but she can handle it. And she'll prove it to a certain infuriatingly handsome, bossy Big City guy. She may be sugar and spice, but she can kick his butt twice.
Nate Griffin is in Briar Creek only for the holidays, and he refuses to fall for the whole "small town, candy cane-scented Christmas Wonderland" thing. He's more interested in the fresh-faced cookie chef who always knows exactly how to get under his skin. So when Nate challenges Kara in the town's big holiday contest, it's not just the competition that starts to heat up. If he's not careful, Kara won't just melt his icy resolve against a small-town Christmas . . . she'll melt his heart too.
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REVIEW: CHRISTMAS COMES TO MAIN STREET (BRIAR CREEK) BY OLIVIA MILES
Christmas Comes to Main Street by Olivia Miles
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Anything he can do, I can do better ...
With a business to run, Kara has no time for arrogant and infuriating distractions. Her pride won't allow her to surrender to self-doubt or ask for help. It certainly won't allow her to be bested by an outsider with a superiority complex. Nate has a massive ego and rather large chip on his shoulder. Olivia Miles, generates major sparks with Christmas Comes to Main Street. A battle of the sexes mixed in with loveable holiday charm makes Kara and Nate, a tempting treat for any sweet tooth. Briar Creek is a great place to spend some down time.
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MAKING THE PLAY (HIDDEN FALLS) BY T.J. KLINE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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T.J. Kline launches a brand new series with the charming story of a NFL player who finds love when he least expects it…
Grant McQuaid has dedicated his entire life to his football career. Now an injury threatens his place on the team and he’s forced to return home to rehabilitate. But when he meets his “biggest fan,” a precocious, blue-eyed, hearing impaired boy named James—and his beautiful mother, Bethany—Grant begins to question whether football is the future he still wants.
Bethany Mills has been doing just fine since her husband walked out on them… and she definitely doesn’t need another man to disappoint her—or her son. But when James runs into his hero at the park, Bethany admits there is a void in her son’s life that she just can’t fill. Her attraction to the handsome football star is undeniable, but a man in the limelight is the last thing she wants for herself, or James.
Grant doesn’t want to subject Bethany to the chaos of dating a professional athlete. But the more time he spends with her and James, the harder it is to resist making a play for her heart…
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REVIEW: MAKING THE PLAY (HIDDEN FALLS) BY T.J. KLINE
Making the Play by T.J. Kline
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Routine. We all have one. A plan that helps us stay on track and gets up from point A to point B. But what happens when that becomes redundant? A person can get stuck and when something happens to break the sequence, it easy to become thrown off course. Grant is faced with a similar situation in Making the Play. An injury has left him in limbo and faced with a future beyond the field. Will a single mother with a chip on her shoulder and her adorably little boy show him the true meaning of the word "hero"? T.J. Kline gets to the bottom of what's truly important and gives the reader something to think about while doing so.
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AGAINST THE WIND (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 1) BY REBECCA ZANETTI
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Tate Johnson works to find a balance between his ambitions for political office and the fallout of his brother’s betrayal, Zeke is confronted with his brother Chase’s return home. And while Bryce and Tara Douglas try to hold onto their marriage, Kristin continues to entice Travis into breaking his vows…
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REVIEW: AGAINST THE WIND (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 1) BY REBECCA ZANETTI
Against the Wind, Season 2, Episode 1 by Rebecca Zanetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Far reaching repercussions continue to blow through Storm. Thanks to Dakota, Ginny and Logan are on the rocks. A shocking discovery and betrayal continues to strain the bonds of brotherly love in the Johnson family. Tate and Tucker are at odds over Hannah. Zeke is forced to confront his past due to the return of his brother Chase. Abused by her husband and betrayed by her daughter, one woman discovers the power of her own strength. Against the Wind's central theme is inner strength. Rising out of the ashes of pain and bitterness Ginny and Joanne find the courage to hope. With drama, the storm is reaching it's peak.
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STORM WARNING (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 2) BY LARISSA IONE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Joanne Alvarez settles into life without Hector, her children still struggle with the fallout. Marcus confronts the differences between him and Brittany, while Dakota tries to find a new equilibrium. Meanwhile, the Johnson’s grapple with war between two sets of brothers, and Ian Briggs rides into town…
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REVIEW: STORM WARNING (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 2) BY LARISSA IONE
Storm Warning, Season 2, Episode 2 by Larissa Ione
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Family is the strongest tie any person can have. In Joanne's case, she has been fighting an uphill battle for years. An abusive husband, a difficult daughter and a heart that belongs to another. The Johnson brothers seemed doomed to repeat mistakes of the past. Strained relationships, jealousy, betrayal and anger is on the verge of destroying two generations of strong men. Can these rifts be healed before it's too late? What bonds a family is the struggles they overcome not the grudges held onto. Joanne Alvarez is an amazing character. She bucks the odds with optimism in the face of adversity.
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BRAVE THE STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 3) LISA MONDELLO
Release Date: September 27, 2016
SYNOPSIS
Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Senator Rush’s poll numbers free fall, Marylee tries to drive a wedge between Brittany and Marcus. Across town, Anna Mae and Chase dance toward reconciliation. Ginny longs for Logan, while he fights against Sebastian’s maneuvering. And Hector, newly freed from prison, heads back to Storm…
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REVIEW: BRAVE THE STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 3) LISA MONDELLO
Brave the Storm, Season 2, Episode 3 by Lisa Mondello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Vindictive, manipulative, hateful. Marylee is truly a piece of work. No wonder her son is so screwed up. Maybe she should recruit Hector Alvarez. He's just as destructive as the Rush terrible two. Brittany does not belong related to the poison that is the Rush legacy. Ms. Mondello is awesome at showing what happens when people don't own up to their actions. Others suffer. Sebastian, Marylee and Hector are beyond redemption. Can't wait for them to finally get what's coming to them.
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LIGHTNING STRIKES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 4) BY LEXI BLAKE
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Ian Briggs begins to fall for Marisol, Joanne and Dillon also grow closer. Joanne’s new confidence spreads to Dakota but Hector’s return upends everything. A public confrontation between Marcus and Hector endangers his relationship with Brittany, and Dakota reverts to form. Meanwhile, the Senator threatens Ginny and the baby…
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REVIEW: LIGHTNING STRIKES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 4) BY LEXI BLAKE
Lightning Strikes, Season 2, Episode 4 by Lexi Blake
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hector is back. The Senator is up to his old tricks and the citizens of Storm are at the mercy of the fallout. Some people never learn. Hector is too busy blaming others for his bad behavior and the Senator thinks he's above the law. There are just some people that aren't worth the sorrow they bring.
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FIRE AND RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 5) BY R.K. LILLEY
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Celeste Salt continues to unravel in the wake of Jacob’s death, Travis grows closer with Kristin. Lacey realizes the error of her ways but is afraid it’s too late for reconciliation with her friends. Marcus and Brittany struggle with the continued fallout of Hector’s return, while Chase and Anna Mae face some hard truths about their past…
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REVIEW: FIRE AND RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 5) BY R.K. LILLEY
Fire and Rain, Season 2, Episode 5 by R.K. Lilley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What happened to the Salt family was heartbreaking. No parent should have to bury their child. The real tragedy however is that what should have united them broke them apart. Lacey is the real casualty because in one fell swoop, she lost her brother, mother and father. Her sense of security was broken and left her spiraling out of control. Fire and Rain sees Lacey trying to get her life back on track by owning up to her mistakes and working to move on from them. There is so much going on this series that some great characters get lost in the shuffle. I hope to see more of Lacey in future reads.
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QUIET STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 6) BY J. KENNER
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Mallory Alvarez and Luis Moreno grow closer, Lacey longs for forgiveness. Brittany and Marcus have a true meeting of hearts. Meanwhile, Jeffry grapples with his father’s failures and finds solace in unexpected arms. When things take a dangerous turn, Jeffry’s mother and sister, as well as his friends, unite behind him as the Senator threatens his son…
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REVIEW: QUIET STORM (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 6) BY J. KENNER
Quiet Storm, Season 2, Episode 6 by Julie Kenner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Close minded people are the most dangerous. They allow fear to dictate the lives of others and erect blinders to protect themselves from what they don't understand. The roots of hate began with fear and esculate into violence rather quickly. My heart goes out to Jeffry and Brittany. It can't be easy having a father as unscrupulous as theirs. Add in the fact that he has no compassion for his own children and that just angers me. The fact that Jeffry is strong enough to make some tough decisions in spite of all he's endured and still be true to himself is inspiring.
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BLINDING RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 7) ELISABETH NAUGHTON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Tate Johnson struggles to deal with his brother’s relationship with Hannah, hope asserts itself in an unexpected way. With the return of Delia Burke, Logan’s old flame, Brittany and Marcus see an opportunity to help their friend. But when the evening takes an unexpected turn, Brittany finds herself doing the last thing she expected—coming face to face with Ginny…
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REVIEW: BLINDING RAIN (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 7) ELISABETH NAUGHTON
Blinding Rain, Season 2, Episode 7 by Elisabeth Naughton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Empathy is a trait that has been lacking up until now within the Rising Storm series. So many people have been quick to judge Ginny without knowing all the facts. Most have turned a blind eye to Joanne Alavarez's years of abuse when all the signs were there. Don't get me wrong, there have been a few like Dillion and Tucker who have reached out to Joanne offering her a job, getting her breathing room from Hector, etc. Or Tate having a meal with Ginny in a restaurant. Logan opening his heart to the possibility of love, but Blinding Rain seemed a lot less about judging and more about looking after those in need. Maybe Storm is finally maturing.
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BLUE SKIES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 8) BY DEE DAVIS
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Secrets, Sex and Scandals …
Welcome to Storm, Texas, where passion runs hot, desire runs deep, and secrets have the power to destroy… Get ready. The storm is coming.
As Celeste Salt struggles to pull herself and her family together, Dillon is called to the scene of a domestic dispute where Dakota is forced to face the truth about her father. While the Johnson’s celebrate a big announcement, Ginny is rushed to the hospital where her baby’s father is finally revealed…
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REVIEW: BLUE SKIES (RISING STORM: SEASONS 2: EPISODE 8) BY DEE DAVIS
Blue Skies, Season 2, Episode 8 by Dee Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Long awaited answers finally arrive. Eyes are opened to facts long denied. The drama never ends in Storm, Texas. The one moment I have waited for since Dakota came onto the canvas was for her to take off the blinders and see Hector for the weak monster he really is. Her hero became her worst nightmare and her scorn for her mom became respect. Blue Skies delivered what I've come to expect from the Rising Storm series. Exciting twists and a hint of closure. I hope this isn't the end .
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THE PERKS OF LOVING A SCOUNDREL (SEDUCTION DIARIES) BY JENNIFER MCQUISTON
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Every girl dreams of a hero….
No one loves books more than Miss Mary Channing. Perhaps that’s why she’s reached the ripe old age of six-and-twenty without ever being kissed. Her future may be as bland as milk toast, but Mary is content to simply dream about the heroes and adventures she reads about in her books. That way she won’t end up with a villain instead.
But sometimes only a scoundrel will do.
When she unexpectedly finds herself in the arms of Geoffrey Westmore, London’s most notorious scoundrel, it feels a bit like a plot from one of her favorite novels. Suddenly, Mary understands why even the smartest heroines can fall prey to a handsome face, and Westmore’s is more handsome than most. But far worse than the damage to her reputation, the moment’s indiscretion uncovers an assassination plot that reaches to the highest levels of society and threatens the course of the entire country.
When a tight-laced miss and a scoundrel of epic proportions put their minds together, nothing can stand in their way. But unless they put their hearts together as well, a happy ending is anything but assured.
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REVIEW: THE PERKS OF LOVING A SCOUNDREL (SEDUCTION DIARIES) BY JENNIFER MCQUISTON
The Perks of Loving a Scoundrel by Jennifer McQuiston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Two words come to mind when describing The Perks of Loving a Scoundrel. Pure escapism. Ms. McQuiston created a romance as epic as the characters who lived it. Mary lives her dreams through the pages of her favorite books, but has yet to experience all the emotions that her stories evoke in reality. She unwittingly lands in the middle of her own adventure when she meets Geoffrey. Her reality becomes full of twists that could rival any of her novels. Jennifer McQuiston did a stellar job. "Truth is indeed stranger than fiction" and she played that plot line to the max. It's not often that a story is centered around a heroine who a love of books, that in itself appealed to me. With easily identifiable main characters and a thrilling story, it was a no brainer for me : 5 stars.
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A CHRISTMAS BRIDE (CHAPEL OF LOVE) BY HOPE RAMSAY
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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A brand new contemporary romance series from USA Today bestselling author Hope Ramsay centered on a small-town wedding chapel!
A season of hope…
'Tis the season in Shenandoah Falls and the first time Willow Peterson has been home in years. But she's determined to fulfill the wishes of her recently deceased best friend and restore Eagle Hill Manor to its former glory—all in time to host the perfect holiday wedding. She just has to get the owner of the historic inn to hire her. Unfortunately, that means dealing with Scrooge himself...
After the death of his wife, David Lyndon has a bah-humbug approach to Christmas. But as December counts down and the wedding planning is in full swing, it's harder and harder to stay immune to the charms of Willow, especially when he sees how much joy she brings his eight-year-old daughter. After a simple kiss under the mistletoe turns into something more, David is hoping he can turn the magic of the holiday season into the love of a lifetime.
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A Christmas Bride by Hope Ramsay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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A shared tragedy helped to unite two broken people and one final promise, could be the beginning of something wonderful. Willow has had her share of disappointments. The biggest heartbreak brings her home to make someone's dream come true. Doing so isn't so easy when grief, Scrooge and obstacles dog her at every turn. Hope Ramsay knows how to pull the heartstrings and supply a reason to bring a smile to the face and have you whistling a happy tune. A Christmas Bride is magic.
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TAINTED BRIDE (THE FOREVER BRIDES) BY A.S. FENICHEL
Release Date: September 27, 2016
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Sailing to London, Sophia Braighton only hopes to escape certain ruin. But when she arrives, her Great Aunt Daphne has other plans for the American-born beauty. Determined to marry off her niece to a man of means, she propels Sophia into London society, not knowing that the young woman’s trust in men is shattered. In fact, Sophia never expects to ever feel anything for a man. Then again, she never expects to find herself in the company of the dashing earl of Marlton….
From the moment he sees Sophia, Daniel Fallon feels alive in a way he has not since his broken engagement. Though the vulnerable beauty shies from the passion burning bright between them, Daniel is determined to court her and make her his bride. When he learns of the painful secret she harbors, he is equally determined to take revenge on the man responsible. But will the quest destroy him—and his future with his beloved?
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REVIEW: TAINTED BRIDE (THE FOREVER BRIDES) BY A.S. FENICHEL
Tainted Bride by A.S. Fenichel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sophia is a woman in denial. About many things. Including her attraction to Daniel. Daniel has his sights set on the beautiful, yet fragile angel that has awakened his dormant emotions. All at once he feels protective and enamored. Daniel is the dashing knight that seeks to rescue the damsel in distress. That annoyed me some, but the way the author handled Sophia's painful reveal took some on the aggravation away. Tainted Bride is a story of empowerment, sacrifice and healing.
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THE UNKNOWN BILLIONAIRE (CAPTURED BY LOVE) BY MIRANDA P. CHARLES
Release Date: September 30, 2016
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Will his billion-dollar fortune cause him to lose the woman he loves?
Jarryd Westbourne is shocked to have inherited a billion-dollar fortune from the mother who’d given him up for adoption. Unfortunately, business complications force him to keep it a secret from everyone for a period of time, even from Marilyn Grant, the woman he’s crazy about. When his birth mother’s husband suddenly challenges the will and accuses him of foul play, he ends his relationship with Marilyn to protect her from any scandal. But can he ever win Marilyn back if she discovers what he’s been hiding from her?
Can her love survive a necessary deception?
Marilyn Grant was heartbroken when Jarryd Westbourne dumped her unexpectedly. But she believes that Jarryd broke up with her only because he’s intimidated by her parents being billionaires while he’s only of average means. She’s keen to prove to Jarryd that she doesn’t care one bit that his wealth is nowhere near her family’s. After all, love and trust, not money, are the foundations of a lasting relationship. And Jarryd is one guy she knows she can trust…
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The Unknown Billionaire by Miranda P. Charles
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The beauty of Miranda Charles' Captured by Love series is the exposure of the foibles of human character. Love does not mean perfection. Love means accepting the good, the bad and the unexpected that life throws at you. TOGETHER! Jarryd and Marilyn allowed secrets and outside force influence to weaken the strength of their relationship. A long lost mother, a secret inheritance, money and scheming outsiders have a toxic impact on a once strong bond. Will love allow Marilyn and Jarryd to see the error of their ways? To err is human but owning those mistakes teaches the value of maturity and forgiveness. Another wonderful novel from Ms. Charles.
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