HAPPY BOOK DAY! NEW RELEASES FOR OCTOBER 4, 2016.

 

 

 

 

 

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 ReturnsThe 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 InnMistletoe 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 (Misfit Brides, #5)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 (The Suits Undone #3)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 (The Bachelors of Arizona, #1)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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TRUE - BLUE COWBOY CHRISTMAS (BIG SKY COWBOYS) BY NICOLE HELM

 

 

 

Release Date:  October 4, 2016

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS

 

BIG SKY CHRISTMAS


Thack Lane has his hands full. For the past seven years, he's been struggling to move on from his wife's tragic death and raise a daughter all by his lonesome. He doesn't have time for himself, much less a cheerful new neighbor with a smile that can light up the ranch.

Christmas spirit? Bah, humbug.

With Christmas right around the corner, Summer Shaw is searching for somewhere to belong. When her neighbor's young daughter takes a shine to her, she is thrilled. But Thack is something else altogether. He's got walls around his heart that no amount of holiday wishes can scale. Yet as joy comes creeping back to the lonely homestead, Summer and Thack may just find their happily ever after before the last of the Christmas miracles are through...

 

 

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REVIEW:  TRUE - BLUE COWBOY CHRISTMAS (BIG SKY COWBOYS) BY NICOLE HELM

 

True-Blue Cowboy Christmas (Big Sky Cowboys #3)True-Blue Cowboy Christmas by Nicole Helm

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Summer has lead a life that has not always been peaceful and far from happy. So when she made the decision to become the keeper of her own destiny, she knew it wouldn't be easy but the reward had to be better than the past she yearns to forget. Nicole Helm is an author that it's always a pleasure to read. Her characters are identifiable, her stories are compelling and the powerful messages that are imparted within each story are relatable to everyday life. True-Blue Cowboy Christmas is a story of magic, hope and healing. The ability to believe there is something better on the horizon is an uplifting thought. Summer didn't wait for her future to find her, she went out and grabbed it for herself.



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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 (Blessings, Georgia, #3)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: An Eternity Springs Novel

 

 

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 NovelChristmas 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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HIS JINGLE BELL PRINCESS BY BARBARA DUNLOP

 

 

Release Date:  October 4, 2016

 

 

SYNOPSIS

 

Accidentally abandoned and stranded by a raging blizzard in the picturesque town of Tucker, Maine, Crown Princess Jasmine Arcules finds herself alone and unguarded for the first time in her life.

Meanwhile, widower Sam Cutler is dreading the Christmas season. Struggling to be a good father to his nine-year-old twin daughters, he's wracked with guilt and battling painful memories. The last thing he needs is a beautiful stranger invading his world.

Jasmine keeps her royal identity secret, so Sam treats her the way no man in her native country ever would – a country where speaking to Jasmine out of turn could result in jail time. But Jasmine has a knack for getting past Sam's defenses, comforting his daughters, arousing his suppressed emotions, and forcing him to remember he's a man...

Both Sam and Jasmine need each other, but can they trust in Christmas magic to bring their hearts together?

 

 

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His Jingle Bell PrincessHis Jingle Bell Princess by Barbara Dunlop

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Sam and Jasmine are about to discover that miracles happen in the strangest ways. Can a misplaced princess and a grieving single dad be the answer to a prayer? His Jingle Bell Princess shows how being in the wrong place at the right time can have lasting benefits. Jasmine is a princess with an attitude that brighten up the darkest night, but lacks confidence in her abilities as a royal. Sam is a man stuck in the past. Tragedy left him a single father of twin girls but it also left him with a shattered heart and broken dreams. When the royal and the widower cross paths, tempers rage, hormones flare and the healing begins. Can this mismatched twosome, be a perfect pair? Jasmine and Sam with help of Ms. Dunlop spin a tale of hope, second chances and the powerful of family in this energetic, light - hearted holiday read.



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ONE MORE TASTE (ONE AND ONLY TEXAS) BY MELISSA CUTLER

 

 

 

Release Date:  October 4, 2016

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS

 

Welcome to Dulcet, Texas, home of the legendary Briscoe Ranch Resort, where one man will discover that revenge is a dish best served sizzling hot…

Ambitious and talented, chef Emily Ford has the chops to make it in the cutthroat culinary world—which is why she refuses to accept her demotion at the hands of Knox Briscoe, the new CEO of Briscoe Ranch Resort. He has grand plans that include bringing in a celebrity chef to helm an exciting new restaurant at the resort, but Emily has plans of her own—to do whatever it takes to change his mind…

Knox Briscoe made his millions in the high-risk game of buying and flipping businesses. Cut out of the Briscoe fortune by an old feud that left his family in ruins, Knox grew up dreaming of revenge. Out-maneuvering his uncle for control of the resort is merely the first step in his plan—a plan that doesn’t include the brazen and beautiful Emily Ford. Drawn into her passion, Knox’s world is turned on its axis, and it isn’t long before he’s faced with the biggest risk of all—with his career, with his heart…and with the woman who has captivated him, body and soul.

 

 

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REVIEWONE MORE TASTE (ONE AND ONLY TEXAS) BY MELISSA CUTLER

 

One More Taste (One and Only Texas, #2)One More Taste by Melissa Cutler

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Emily has the talent, dedication and confidence to make a name for herself in her chosen field. Nothing will stand in her way, not even the opinionated, arrogant CEO. Knox and Emily were like a tornado, the tension had the ability to consume everything in it's wake. When dealing with passionate immovable forces, casualties are usually a forgone conclusion. One More Taste is a blend of sensual flavors that permeates the taste buds while appealing to the heart.



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IT MUST BE CHRISTMAS BY JENNIFER CRUSIE, MANDY BAXTER AND DONNA ALWARD

 

 

 

Release Date:  October 4, 2016

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS

 

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when love is in the cold and frosty air—and desire reaches the boiling point. . .

Hot Toy
From New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Crusie comes a hilarious, sexy story about a determined shopper who grabs the last action figure off the shelf, only to find herself plunged into the arms of a sexy secret agent. Mayhem under the mistletoe ensues. Business as usual this Christmas season…right?

Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher
Nate wants to stay away from all the women who want his money in Mandy Baxter’s story set deep in the heart of Texas. But when gorgeous do-gooder Chloe Benson comes knocking at his door—in search of funds for her charity—Nate can’t ignore the passion he feels for her. Maybe love is priceless after all?

Christmas at Seashell Cottage
’Tis the season in Jewell Cove when local doctor Charlie Yang finds her quiet, steady life disrupted by both an abandoned baby in the nativity manger and ex-SEAL Dave Ricker. Are these turn of events too good to be true? Or is Christmas working its magic—for real— Donna Alward’s heartwarming holiday story?

 

 

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REVIEWIT MUST BE CHRISTMAS BY JENNIFER CRUSIE, MANDY BAXTER AND DONNA ALWARD

 

 

It Must Be Christmas: Three Holiday StoriesIt Must Be Christmas: Three Holiday Stories by Jennifer Crusie

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



It Must be Christmas is emotional smorgasbord of fun. Humour and drama with an air mystery makes for a warm winter read.

Hot Toys by Jennifer Crusie - Ms. Crusie turns a holiday shopping trip into an action packed, fantasy adventure in Hot Toys. Hilarious, thrill ride.


Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher by Mandy Baxter - Chloe and Nate found each other at the right time in their lives. When neither was looking they up and fell in love. Mandy Baxter takes her readers on a journey that is combustible. Her characters have personalities that range from volatile to moody yet can still entice the reader into a world of sensual pleasure. Christmas with the Billionaire Rancher deals with the important subject of PTSD in a way that is enlightening and encouraging.

Christmas at Seashell Cove by Donna Alward - Get ready to fall in love. Dr. Yang is about to come face to face with her future. Will she recognize it? Donna Alward knows the right buttons to push to bring on the waterworks and keep me coming back.



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