Kaci Stott enjoyed her life as she lived it. With no strings attached even while at work where anything goes. Kaci is a bad girl who goes to church every Sunday because her father was one of the founders. But before Sunday comes around, Kaci is hosting a surprise birthday party for her ex-boyfriend. The party is off to a great start when two of Sean’s friends come through the door with a naughty present for the hostess.
Brent Sting and Hunter Firestone are working their way up to be professional athletes. They knew how Kaci rolled. Brent and Hunter had their sights set on a relationship with her for months. Unfortunately, neither could guess whether Kaci would be agreeable to their terms. But now she is single. Brent and Hunter are ready to do anything to show Kaci how much they need her in their lives.
It’s hot. It’s heavy. And altogether steamy. Law and Adams added a totally wicked threesome to their Forbidden Fantasies series. The only question remains. Is Kaci ready for a relationship?
I received this book as an advance review copy. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Brent Sting and Hunter Firestone are working their way up to be professional athletes. They knew how Kaci rolled. Brent and Hunter had their sights set on a relationship with her for months. Unfortunately, neither could guess whether Kaci would be agreeable to their terms. But now she is single. Brent and Hunter are ready to do anything to show Kaci how much they need her in their lives.
It’s hot. It’s heavy. And altogether steamy. Law and Adams added a totally wicked threesome to their Forbidden Fantasies series. The only question remains. Is Kaci ready for a relationship?
I received this book as an advance review copy. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
A review of Under Cover by Jenna Gunn, a novella in the Not Over You anthology:
As bachelor number two strutted out on the stage, Rachel Lawson nearly forgot to breathe. She knew that man. The one who destroyed her all those years ago. Rachel couldn’t put all the blame on him as she had never told him her true feelings. But neither did he. Anger, fear, and lust filled her resolve. After what he did, she never wanted to see him again. So, Rachel did what any sane person would do. She ran the bid up to show him exactly how she felt.
Hunter Roman still thought about the one who got away. He knew he should have done things differently. Truth be told, he was younger then, self-absorbed, and terrified of his feelings. Even now, Hunter could remember the woman with clarity and knew he had been wrong. But he had more things to worry about than her.
Jenna Gunn writes with a passion blending her characters to provide the perfect romance. A novella in the Not Over You anthology, Hunter knows just the thing to calm the woman he desperately wants back in his life. Her anger seems permanent, but fate may have just played the final card.
I received Under Cover by Jenna Gunn as an advance review copy free. I own the anthology, Not Over You. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
As bachelor number two strutted out on the stage, Rachel Lawson nearly forgot to breathe. She knew that man. The one who destroyed her all those years ago. Rachel couldn’t put all the blame on him as she had never told him her true feelings. But neither did he. Anger, fear, and lust filled her resolve. After what he did, she never wanted to see him again. So, Rachel did what any sane person would do. She ran the bid up to show him exactly how she felt.
Hunter Roman still thought about the one who got away. He knew he should have done things differently. Truth be told, he was younger then, self-absorbed, and terrified of his feelings. Even now, Hunter could remember the woman with clarity and knew he had been wrong. But he had more things to worry about than her.
Jenna Gunn writes with a passion blending her characters to provide the perfect romance. A novella in the Not Over You anthology, Hunter knows just the thing to calm the woman he desperately wants back in his life. Her anger seems permanent, but fate may have just played the final card.
I received Under Cover by Jenna Gunn as an advance review copy free. I own the anthology, Not Over You. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
It’s her last year of high school. She had plans. Now everything had changed because she behaved stupidly. She had to grow up and leave her dreams behind. Katherine McCullough had no idea what she was going to do. One thing was for sure. There was no way she would do what Nate expected. She was a good Catholic girl.
It was love at first sight. Anthony Marcelli toppled Katie and refused to allow her to run off until she was feeling better. Ant is wise beyond his years. He has goals and dreams to succeed. He is willing to take responsibility for a child he did not help create but loves unconditionally. Ant’s not only Katie’s best friend, but he also wants her as his partner for life.
Katie and Ant show up frequently throughout the stories of her siblings. In the final book, Lydia Michaels is ready to tell the sweet story of how they met. It is heart breaking when Katie announces her pregnancy to her parents while Ant takes the news without judgment. And then we see the love and support both families show as Katie and Ant begin their path to happily ever after.
McCullough Mountain is one series where you really get to know all of the characters inside and out. Lydia makes it feel like they are your long-lost friends. It’s a family that is close and loves each other for who they are and not who they should be. Two thumbs up for a series that makes you want to continue reading and sad when the final page is reached.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from show more Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
It was love at first sight. Anthony Marcelli toppled Katie and refused to allow her to run off until she was feeling better. Ant is wise beyond his years. He has goals and dreams to succeed. He is willing to take responsibility for a child he did not help create but loves unconditionally. Ant’s not only Katie’s best friend, but he also wants her as his partner for life.
Katie and Ant show up frequently throughout the stories of her siblings. In the final book, Lydia Michaels is ready to tell the sweet story of how they met. It is heart breaking when Katie announces her pregnancy to her parents while Ant takes the news without judgment. And then we see the love and support both families show as Katie and Ant begin their path to happily ever after.
McCullough Mountain is one series where you really get to know all of the characters inside and out. Lydia makes it feel like they are your long-lost friends. It’s a family that is close and loves each other for who they are and not who they should be. Two thumbs up for a series that makes you want to continue reading and sad when the final page is reached.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from show more Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
She propositioned him to celebrate her divorce. Then she ran.
Becca Stevens had a terrible marriage. That was hard enough. What made it worse was her ex had affairs in their marriage bed. And he seemed to enjoy other women more than his wife. Top it off that she did everything at home. With the divorce, nothing changed except now she was classified as a single parent. Even with a few days to herself, Becca refused to make time for a relationship. She was devoted to her son, Hunter, who was on the autism spectrum. Her life revolved around schedules and being the best mum possible. Unfortunately, this included denying herself the happiness she deserved. Along with the man she came to depend on and love.
He never believed anyone would put him first.
Before Becca, it was the Braydon McCullough show. He simply put himself first, middle and last. It was his world, and everything revolved around Braydon. Then he met Becca. Nothing would ever be the same for him. But could Braydon change his outlook?
An exciting look into the world of autism is both intriguing and sad. Kudos to Lydia Michaels for taking on this subject with tact and sensitivity.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Becca Stevens had a terrible marriage. That was hard enough. What made it worse was her ex had affairs in their marriage bed. And he seemed to enjoy other women more than his wife. Top it off that she did everything at home. With the divorce, nothing changed except now she was classified as a single parent. Even with a few days to herself, Becca refused to make time for a relationship. She was devoted to her son, Hunter, who was on the autism spectrum. Her life revolved around schedules and being the best mum possible. Unfortunately, this included denying herself the happiness she deserved. Along with the man she came to depend on and love.
He never believed anyone would put him first.
Before Becca, it was the Braydon McCullough show. He simply put himself first, middle and last. It was his world, and everything revolved around Braydon. Then he met Becca. Nothing would ever be the same for him. But could Braydon change his outlook?
An exciting look into the world of autism is both intriguing and sad. Kudos to Lydia Michaels for taking on this subject with tact and sensitivity.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Maureen McCullough is a firecracker. She and Frank had seven children over the years. Now all are grown and married. The home overflows with love and grandchildren underfoot. Maureen and Frank are lucky to have all of their children around. It wasn’t always the case, so Maureen’s thrilled her babies chose to come home to live in Center County.
Their present-day life seems perfect. It wasn’t always the case. Maureen and Frank had their share of trouble after they married. It didn’t stop them although it did cause a rift between the families when they eloped. Then there was the separation when they came back only to learn, his home had been foreclosed. In Maureen’s world that is when you pull up your bootstraps, buckle down, and make things happen.
With all of their children, they are celebrating 40 years of marriage with a vow renewal. They have watched their children grow. Become parents. And in the end … all is well!
The mountain is their home. Maureen wouldn’t have it any other way.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Their present-day life seems perfect. It wasn’t always the case. Maureen and Frank had their share of trouble after they married. It didn’t stop them although it did cause a rift between the families when they eloped. Then there was the separation when they came back only to learn, his home had been foreclosed. In Maureen’s world that is when you pull up your bootstraps, buckle down, and make things happen.
With all of their children, they are celebrating 40 years of marriage with a vow renewal. They have watched their children grow. Become parents. And in the end … all is well!
The mountain is their home. Maureen wouldn’t have it any other way.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
He was supposed to be going places. Then he hurt his knee and his football career was over. Now Luke McCullough was home logging just like the rest of the family. He hated it. Even worse, his cousin graduated, and he was expected to show up at O’Malley’s to celebrate. That’s when Luke met Tristan.
The realization of a change from within began to grow. While Tristan never had a doubt, Luke was terrified of the unexpected feelings he had for another man. It’s an ongoing struggle that Luke had to work through on his own. Yet, it certainly would have been easier with the support of his family. Tristan could not understand why Luke would not talk to his family. They were supportive and loving. Unlike his! Tristan’s family rejected him for what he was instead of being joyful for who he had become.
Lydia Michaels writes an emotional coming out love story based in a small town that isn’t open to change, where fear of the unknown is scary, and lines are crossed. Put away the prejudice and lose the fear. This book is calling. Grab it today.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
The realization of a change from within began to grow. While Tristan never had a doubt, Luke was terrified of the unexpected feelings he had for another man. It’s an ongoing struggle that Luke had to work through on his own. Yet, it certainly would have been easier with the support of his family. Tristan could not understand why Luke would not talk to his family. They were supportive and loving. Unlike his! Tristan’s family rejected him for what he was instead of being joyful for who he had become.
Lydia Michaels writes an emotional coming out love story based in a small town that isn’t open to change, where fear of the unknown is scary, and lines are crossed. Put away the prejudice and lose the fear. This book is calling. Grab it today.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Sheilagh McCullough is a wild child. She’s smart. She’s the life of the party. Except when boredom sets in. Then Sheilagh does nearly anything and everything that could be dangerous. The real problem is that Sheilagh is lonely and feels like everyone ignores her unless she is doing something wrong. Now that she is at college, classes are easy for her. Almost too easy. Sheilagh has a genius IQ so the classes should be an easy A. For Sheilagh, anything less than an A would be humiliating. So, when she turns in the essay paper for Philosophy and receives less than expected, Sheilagh is angry and confused. Then something unexpected happens.
Dr. Alec Devereux noticed Sheilagh right away. He knows she has a brilliant mind. Yet she refused to excel and use that mind to expand her thinking. It wasn’t just what she could accomplish. Alec wanted Sheilagh and felt more alive than ever before just looking at her in the classroom. That made him happy. Still, he worried. Alec is the teacher. They could get into trouble. Even more, than how her family reacted when she brought him home.
Lydia Michaels digs deep into the philosophy for knowledge is power and understanding human nature is necessary. Both Sheilagh and Alec grew as prominent issues forced both to take a good hard look inside. A mistress of words, Lydia broke down walls opening up a world of beauty Alec and Sheilagh needed on their journey to a happily ever after.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from show more Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Dr. Alec Devereux noticed Sheilagh right away. He knows she has a brilliant mind. Yet she refused to excel and use that mind to expand her thinking. It wasn’t just what she could accomplish. Alec wanted Sheilagh and felt more alive than ever before just looking at her in the classroom. That made him happy. Still, he worried. Alec is the teacher. They could get into trouble. Even more, than how her family reacted when she brought him home.
Lydia Michaels digs deep into the philosophy for knowledge is power and understanding human nature is necessary. Both Sheilagh and Alec grew as prominent issues forced both to take a good hard look inside. A mistress of words, Lydia broke down walls opening up a world of beauty Alec and Sheilagh needed on their journey to a happily ever after.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from show more Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Oh, My Goodness!
Nash does not know when to shut up.
Chelle wanted all men to let her be.
One tumbling laugh after another, Nash begins to wonder if he will win the last Christmas gift from their Great Grandma. As the days pass and Christmas Day arrives, Nash knows he will win. Except, Nash no longer cares if he wins or not because he found the woman, he didn’t realize he needed. Now he needed to convince his wife to keep him around.
It’s a rocking world of laughter as Chelle manages to stop Nash from over explaining everything. Then she’s in tears as arguments whisk them apart.
Who will win the Last Man Standing bet? It’s simply a matter of perception.
Avery Flynn has a winner.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Nash does not know when to shut up.
Chelle wanted all men to let her be.
One tumbling laugh after another, Nash begins to wonder if he will win the last Christmas gift from their Great Grandma. As the days pass and Christmas Day arrives, Nash knows he will win. Except, Nash no longer cares if he wins or not because he found the woman, he didn’t realize he needed. Now he needed to convince his wife to keep him around.
It’s a rocking world of laughter as Chelle manages to stop Nash from over explaining everything. Then she’s in tears as arguments whisk them apart.
Who will win the Last Man Standing bet? It’s simply a matter of perception.
Avery Flynn has a winner.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
He wasn’t thrilled to be auctioned off for a date he didn’t want. Taylor Jennings was a busy man and had no interest in the outcome. He was only there because it was a fundraiser for a good cause. Yet, Taylor figured he would be bid on for one of two reasons. Either they wanted to pitch a proposal to him, or they were hoping to be the next Mrs. Jennings. Except once he took his eyes off his phone, he realized the woman standing in front of him was wearing a discount gown (ewww!) so she may be thrilled to be taken out to have a special treat. He’d be willing to do that for her.
Taylor didn’t know Samantha at all.
Samantha Matthews was done with the world of wealth and luxury. She had walked away from that world and hoped to never be sucked back in. Point being, Samantha was only at the bachelor auction because her best friend asked her to bid. Except Samantha bid on the wrong billionaire. This one was a pompous jerk who was more interested in his phone. Then had the audacity to give her only thirty minutes of his time. Samantha was not going to allow that to happen. He was going to do some work. So, Samantha told him to pick her up in the morning.
Taylor’s reaction will shock you. It shocked me. That was just the beginning of the one date they promised each other.
Diane Alberts made me laugh out loud as Samantha and Taylor learn they have more in common than what they originally thought. That date sure brought Taylor back to earth. Laughter is indeed the best show more medicine!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Taylor didn’t know Samantha at all.
Samantha Matthews was done with the world of wealth and luxury. She had walked away from that world and hoped to never be sucked back in. Point being, Samantha was only at the bachelor auction because her best friend asked her to bid. Except Samantha bid on the wrong billionaire. This one was a pompous jerk who was more interested in his phone. Then had the audacity to give her only thirty minutes of his time. Samantha was not going to allow that to happen. He was going to do some work. So, Samantha told him to pick her up in the morning.
Taylor’s reaction will shock you. It shocked me. That was just the beginning of the one date they promised each other.
Diane Alberts made me laugh out loud as Samantha and Taylor learn they have more in common than what they originally thought. That date sure brought Taylor back to earth. Laughter is indeed the best show more medicine!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
When Emily learns about her father’s home, she decides to check it out. It’s love at first sight. But she has debts to pay. So, the property must be sold after Emily gets the place cleaned up.
Sam lives close by. No one comes up this road so when he sees a car, he couldn’t believe it pulled in next door. Using his binoculars, Sam falls instantly in love. Yet Sam knows that curvy woman would never want him. He’s damaged goods.
Emily and Sam and an amazing connection. They know very little about the other, but trust is instant. When everything is all said and done, they come up with a brilliant plan to help the military members coming home.
Sadie King shares a sweet insta love short story focusing on the mental health of our military members after they have returned from a war zone. A car backfiring or a fire alarm going off can put a person right back in the middle of danger. It’s terrifying to watch and also very humbling knowing that with time, the scars can diminish. However, the experience will never be forgotten.
Our Veterans put their lives on the line for us. Many times, we do not treat them with respect for their actions that have went above and beyond the scope of their duty. It’s not only our Vets. Our active duty military members deserve the same respect. These stories are simply a part of what these men and women do for our country. Thank you, Sadie King, for your story in the Heart of a Wounded Hero series.
I received this book as an advance review show more copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Sam lives close by. No one comes up this road so when he sees a car, he couldn’t believe it pulled in next door. Using his binoculars, Sam falls instantly in love. Yet Sam knows that curvy woman would never want him. He’s damaged goods.
Emily and Sam and an amazing connection. They know very little about the other, but trust is instant. When everything is all said and done, they come up with a brilliant plan to help the military members coming home.
Sadie King shares a sweet insta love short story focusing on the mental health of our military members after they have returned from a war zone. A car backfiring or a fire alarm going off can put a person right back in the middle of danger. It’s terrifying to watch and also very humbling knowing that with time, the scars can diminish. However, the experience will never be forgotten.
Our Veterans put their lives on the line for us. Many times, we do not treat them with respect for their actions that have went above and beyond the scope of their duty. It’s not only our Vets. Our active duty military members deserve the same respect. These stories are simply a part of what these men and women do for our country. Thank you, Sadie King, for your story in the Heart of a Wounded Hero series.
I received this book as an advance review show more copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Leti Krushner is the quiet one. So, when a tan van follows and kidnaps her, Leti thinks it is due to her father’s money. Yet after the woman simply wants an apology, Leti immediately realizes this has nothing to do with her father and everything to do with her identical twin sister.
Within hours, Reese, Caiden, and Soren pull up on the scene to find Leti locked in a room and no sign of the kidnappers. Carefully the three men take her to the safe house. There they pamper and cherish the woman they want to complete their family. Unlike Pip, Leti has little experience and has a deep need for affection. Fortunately, her bodyguards are more than willing to teach her everything she wants to know.
Leti’s story is scorching. Heading into Club Sin Chicago, Reese, Caiden and Soren give their all to Leti’s pleasure telling her with their bodies they want her forever. It’s hot. It’s steamy. It’s exactly what Leti needs.
Room Ten is a companion to The Brat Tamers. Each handled their mother’s death differently. Now Kameron Claire forces the girls to realize how much they missed one another allowing them to reform their bond. And don’t miss the epilogue. It’s one you don’t want to miss!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Within hours, Reese, Caiden, and Soren pull up on the scene to find Leti locked in a room and no sign of the kidnappers. Carefully the three men take her to the safe house. There they pamper and cherish the woman they want to complete their family. Unlike Pip, Leti has little experience and has a deep need for affection. Fortunately, her bodyguards are more than willing to teach her everything she wants to know.
Leti’s story is scorching. Heading into Club Sin Chicago, Reese, Caiden and Soren give their all to Leti’s pleasure telling her with their bodies they want her forever. It’s hot. It’s steamy. It’s exactly what Leti needs.
Room Ten is a companion to The Brat Tamers. Each handled their mother’s death differently. Now Kameron Claire forces the girls to realize how much they missed one another allowing them to reform their bond. And don’t miss the epilogue. It’s one you don’t want to miss!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Jackie Branson is back in Montana.
Cole Eckhart is a champion bull rider.
One afternoon they were drinking. The next they were doing the horizontal limbo. Now Jackie is pregnant but refuses to tell Cole because she wants him focused on winning. Only problem is that Cole has finally realized family is more important than winning the rodeo championship.
Leave it to Elizabeth Grey to tell it like it should be. Careers make the money. Yet if you don’t enjoy the process, the work can be unbearable. A sweet tale enhanced by the love of family that only wants the best for everyone.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Cole Eckhart is a champion bull rider.
One afternoon they were drinking. The next they were doing the horizontal limbo. Now Jackie is pregnant but refuses to tell Cole because she wants him focused on winning. Only problem is that Cole has finally realized family is more important than winning the rodeo championship.
Leave it to Elizabeth Grey to tell it like it should be. Careers make the money. Yet if you don’t enjoy the process, the work can be unbearable. A sweet tale enhanced by the love of family that only wants the best for everyone.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Scars and Stripes: A Second Chance/Scarred Hero/Curvy Girl Romance (Heart of a Wounded Hero) by Kat Baxter
I really wanted to love this book.
Once upon a time, way back in high school, Kelli Foster tutored a boy in French. Now divorced, Kelli is a physical therapist and the owner of Healing Hands Physical Therapy. Kelli believed she was over her teenage love of Wade Guidry, but it all came roaring back the minute he stepped into her office.
Wade Guidry had once been smitten by his tutor. He loved his job as a Navy SEAL, but a devastating injury resulted in a medical discharge that sent him home to Saddle Creek. His tutor is now his physical therapist and Wade has no idea how he will hide his reaction being so close to the one person he has always wanted.
As I said, I really wanted to love the book. I was first put off by the description. “My career as a SEAL is over....” Granted the actual career cannot continue. Yet, I feel Kat Baxter missed an opportunity. Not with Wade’s injury but with his mental health. “My career as a SEAL is over...” is telling. Wade is struggling mentally.
Designed as a short story, readers simply do not get much information. We know it’s a second chance for Kelli and Wade. Yet when Wade visits Kelli, there is no foreplay – nothing – that gives any indication of the shockingly abrupt transition to come. Kelli and Wade do have a history not fully explained. Yet every interaction leaves a bad taste giving no indication of like, let alone love, for the other. Humiliation is scored with retaliation. And then WHAM!
Simply put, after reading show more other Kat Baxter books, expectations exceeded reality. However, I was pleasantly surprised to see characters from other Saddle Creek books included in this story. Kelli and Wade needed a happily ever after and deserved to get their own. Unfortunately, Baxter missed the mark to make their story great.
Our Veterans put their lives on the line for us. Many times, we do not treat them with respect for their actions that have went above and beyond the scope of their duty. It’s not only our Vets. Our active duty military members deserve the same respect. These stories are simply a part of what these men and women do for our country. Thank you, Kat Baxter, for your story in the Heart of a Wounded Hero series.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Once upon a time, way back in high school, Kelli Foster tutored a boy in French. Now divorced, Kelli is a physical therapist and the owner of Healing Hands Physical Therapy. Kelli believed she was over her teenage love of Wade Guidry, but it all came roaring back the minute he stepped into her office.
Wade Guidry had once been smitten by his tutor. He loved his job as a Navy SEAL, but a devastating injury resulted in a medical discharge that sent him home to Saddle Creek. His tutor is now his physical therapist and Wade has no idea how he will hide his reaction being so close to the one person he has always wanted.
As I said, I really wanted to love the book. I was first put off by the description. “My career as a SEAL is over....” Granted the actual career cannot continue. Yet, I feel Kat Baxter missed an opportunity. Not with Wade’s injury but with his mental health. “My career as a SEAL is over...” is telling. Wade is struggling mentally.
Designed as a short story, readers simply do not get much information. We know it’s a second chance for Kelli and Wade. Yet when Wade visits Kelli, there is no foreplay – nothing – that gives any indication of the shockingly abrupt transition to come. Kelli and Wade do have a history not fully explained. Yet every interaction leaves a bad taste giving no indication of like, let alone love, for the other. Humiliation is scored with retaliation. And then WHAM!
Simply put, after reading show more other Kat Baxter books, expectations exceeded reality. However, I was pleasantly surprised to see characters from other Saddle Creek books included in this story. Kelli and Wade needed a happily ever after and deserved to get their own. Unfortunately, Baxter missed the mark to make their story great.
Our Veterans put their lives on the line for us. Many times, we do not treat them with respect for their actions that have went above and beyond the scope of their duty. It’s not only our Vets. Our active duty military members deserve the same respect. These stories are simply a part of what these men and women do for our country. Thank you, Kat Baxter, for your story in the Heart of a Wounded Hero series.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
A librarian. A professor. A gamer. And a teacher.
You may think they would have nothing in common. But they do. They all play online games. The teacher schooled the boys. And the boys were in love.
They had been talking for months. Ariel was already a little bit in love with all three men. But she was not about to make the first move. After a breakup, they convinced her to meet them face to face. Cy, Gabriel and Kent were roommates. They had never shared a woman before, but they knew without a doubt that Ariel was theirs.
The men have a heated darkness inside that burns solely for their woman. This was put into words as well as showing how each felt about Ariel. Ember Davis has a hot and steamy romance just waiting for someone to pick this book up.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
You may think they would have nothing in common. But they do. They all play online games. The teacher schooled the boys. And the boys were in love.
They had been talking for months. Ariel was already a little bit in love with all three men. But she was not about to make the first move. After a breakup, they convinced her to meet them face to face. Cy, Gabriel and Kent were roommates. They had never shared a woman before, but they knew without a doubt that Ariel was theirs.
The men have a heated darkness inside that burns solely for their woman. This was put into words as well as showing how each felt about Ariel. Ember Davis has a hot and steamy romance just waiting for someone to pick this book up.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Mafia Daddy's Fake Fiancée: An Age Gap Small Town Mafia Romance (Mafia Daddies Ruthless Possession Book 3) by Jess Winters
Mila is a waitress. One day while working, a handsome man came in. Her coworker wanted him on sight, but Mila doesn’t want to appear desperate. So, when Liam grabs her hand and asks if she would be willing to marry him, Mila wasn’t sure what to say. She didn’t even know his name.
Liam is a dangerous man. Thugs from all around wanted him dead. Even worse, his brothers thought he needed a woman of his own. Liam wanted his family off his back, so he asked Mila to be his fake fiancée.
This is a very quick read. Right from the beginning, Liam refers to himself as a monster. Yet Mila refuses to agree with him. Mila knows he is with the mafia. Yet she understands that Liam is not defined by that alone. Jess Winters has a mafia romance filled with suspense while allowing Liam to learn there is much more to family than he realized.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Liam is a dangerous man. Thugs from all around wanted him dead. Even worse, his brothers thought he needed a woman of his own. Liam wanted his family off his back, so he asked Mila to be his fake fiancée.
This is a very quick read. Right from the beginning, Liam refers to himself as a monster. Yet Mila refuses to agree with him. Mila knows he is with the mafia. Yet she understands that Liam is not defined by that alone. Jess Winters has a mafia romance filled with suspense while allowing Liam to learn there is much more to family than he realized.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
The moment Rivka Goldman met Braendon Tate, her heart sang. She had planned to move to Texas after college. Instead, Rivka went to work for her father’s frat brother. Several months later, she was among the employees who went to Maui for a company paid vacation. Saddened that Braendon had ignored her since being hired, Rivka decided she was going to enjoy the weekend with her friend, Sariah. And that is when Braendon made his move.
An exceptional story, we learn also learn that Sariah has her own story with the other co-founder. The boss is working. But not in the manner you’d think. Braendon may have been worried about their age difference. Yet he patiently waited for his love to come of age and finish college before expressing what he has always wanted. Rivka has the boss in her pocket. Two thumbs up!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
An exceptional story, we learn also learn that Sariah has her own story with the other co-founder. The boss is working. But not in the manner you’d think. Braendon may have been worried about their age difference. Yet he patiently waited for his love to come of age and finish college before expressing what he has always wanted. Rivka has the boss in her pocket. Two thumbs up!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Mira is a young lady under her Uncles control. Her Uncle is a cruel man. Mira has many bruises and is forced to run The Something Fishy Café while he does as he pleases. But one day Uncle does not come back.
Sean is a simple fisherman. The daily catch he sells to Mira. He has watched Mira for afar and has seen the abuse. Sean is a protector but has a dark secret. Yet, Sean wants Mira for himself. He asks her kindly to dinner on his boat promising that he will protect her. And he will never let anyone hurt her again.
It’s a timeless tale. Boy asks girl on a date. Girl accepts. And the rest is history. Sadie King brings an emotional quick read that ends with a happily ever after.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Sean is a simple fisherman. The daily catch he sells to Mira. He has watched Mira for afar and has seen the abuse. Sean is a protector but has a dark secret. Yet, Sean wants Mira for himself. He asks her kindly to dinner on his boat promising that he will protect her. And he will never let anyone hurt her again.
It’s a timeless tale. Boy asks girl on a date. Girl accepts. And the rest is history. Sadie King brings an emotional quick read that ends with a happily ever after.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Corin was not anyone special. She had tough times in her life, but she rose above all else to do extraordinary things. From raising a son to owning her business, Corin had the strength to carry on and make the best of bad situations.
Except now her heart hurt. And she wasn’t sure if anything would make her feel loved. For she pushed away the one person she fell in love with after her husband passed away. All because Corin worried about what her mother-in-law said. Now with Kaden getting married and Liam in the wedding party, each wants another chance. But will one of them be willing to bare their soul?
Jenna Cook created a masterpiece. A short flashback of Corin’s life leads right into wedding preparations. It’s okay to love again. For Corin and Liam, it was destined from the day they met.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Except now her heart hurt. And she wasn’t sure if anything would make her feel loved. For she pushed away the one person she fell in love with after her husband passed away. All because Corin worried about what her mother-in-law said. Now with Kaden getting married and Liam in the wedding party, each wants another chance. But will one of them be willing to bare their soul?
Jenna Cook created a masterpiece. A short flashback of Corin’s life leads right into wedding preparations. It’s okay to love again. For Corin and Liam, it was destined from the day they met.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Alceu Cammareri promised Giulia Rossi the world if she would marry him. Her father had already promised her in marriage to Salvador Berlusconi. That man terrified her. So, there was little choice in Giulia’s mind. Her only choice was to marry Alceu, a man she knew solely by reputation. Alceu had his own reasons. Above all, Alceu wanted her intelligent mind and quick wit. If he was honest, he wanted her as a man wants a wife. But Alceu promised and he would not go back on his word.
Alceu and Giulia knew there would be trouble. He did steal Salvador’s bride. Alceu married Giulia making promises he did not want to keep. In the process, Giulia became his Queen, his confidant and his wife. The marriage was little more than a convenience to thwart the devil. Until the rules changed.
It’s a mafia romance. It’s dark. It’s suspenseful. Two sides of a bitter war. Giulia unwittingly stuck in the middle. Only one man can win. Join the adventure as Jade Marshall cinches the locked chains for Alceu to bind Giulia to him forever.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Alceu and Giulia knew there would be trouble. He did steal Salvador’s bride. Alceu married Giulia making promises he did not want to keep. In the process, Giulia became his Queen, his confidant and his wife. The marriage was little more than a convenience to thwart the devil. Until the rules changed.
It’s a mafia romance. It’s dark. It’s suspenseful. Two sides of a bitter war. Giulia unwittingly stuck in the middle. Only one man can win. Join the adventure as Jade Marshall cinches the locked chains for Alceu to bind Giulia to him forever.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
He found her at Earl’s Eats. He could not speak. He simply stared. Yet he did not want to be attracted to her. She was much too young. But when customers got handsy and her boss started yelling, he decided to hire her to cook at the ranch.
Quinn Crawford had to get married. They had just learned of a clause in grandfathers will stating they all had to be married. Otherwise, no one gets The Little C Ranch. Quinn could marry Eileen, who has a son in trouble all the time. Quinn really did not want to deal with a problem child. Or he could marry her. The woman he saved. I mean. Hired! But Amber is too young for him. And he was not robbing no cradle.
Raised by her late Granny, Amber was not in a position to be choosy where she worked. But when a cowboy came in offering her a job, she took it. Besides she thought they had some chemistry between them. It had been nearly a month since she had been working at the ranch. In all that time, Quinn refused to be alone with her. Let alone touch her inappropriately.
Kat Baxter treats readers to a quick read guaranteed to make smiles. Check out the boss as he learns age is just a number, but love makes a home.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Quinn Crawford had to get married. They had just learned of a clause in grandfathers will stating they all had to be married. Otherwise, no one gets The Little C Ranch. Quinn could marry Eileen, who has a son in trouble all the time. Quinn really did not want to deal with a problem child. Or he could marry her. The woman he saved. I mean. Hired! But Amber is too young for him. And he was not robbing no cradle.
Raised by her late Granny, Amber was not in a position to be choosy where she worked. But when a cowboy came in offering her a job, she took it. Besides she thought they had some chemistry between them. It had been nearly a month since she had been working at the ranch. In all that time, Quinn refused to be alone with her. Let alone touch her inappropriately.
Kat Baxter treats readers to a quick read guaranteed to make smiles. Check out the boss as he learns age is just a number, but love makes a home.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Evan Meckler is about to have a reckoning.
Kat Nakamura was left at the altar. Silas Flynn wants payback. They have a common enemy. All that is left is for them to band together to destroy one man using his own games.
They created an itinerary, along with a set of rules with the understanding that Silas and Kat would date for one month while Evan is in town. While many of the outings end successfully, Kat and Silas slowly begin to enjoy their dates. Their personalities complement the other as their mental health is tested. As the days turn to night, Kat begins to want more than the rules allow while Silas slowly begins to show his vulnerability. They seem to be a perfect match. But when the mission is accomplished, will they still be together?
This is an excellent story. Silas and Kat have two separate distinct personalities. They will end up being the best of friends or complete enemies. Neither expected to find the love they had been seeking. It’s not often a book builds the suspense methodically and with great thought. For the hero and heroine to understand is unique. For a nurse to not recognize a crisis but only to respond to injury struck me odd.
Roxie Noir did an excellent job portraying the mental health issues. From panic attacks to PTSD, none of the characters are defined solely by their diagnosis. This, in itself, warrants a 5 Star rating because many times fictional characters end up in a stereotyped mantra that doesn’t define the entire persona.
I received show more this book as an advance review copy free from Social Butterfly PR. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Kat Nakamura was left at the altar. Silas Flynn wants payback. They have a common enemy. All that is left is for them to band together to destroy one man using his own games.
They created an itinerary, along with a set of rules with the understanding that Silas and Kat would date for one month while Evan is in town. While many of the outings end successfully, Kat and Silas slowly begin to enjoy their dates. Their personalities complement the other as their mental health is tested. As the days turn to night, Kat begins to want more than the rules allow while Silas slowly begins to show his vulnerability. They seem to be a perfect match. But when the mission is accomplished, will they still be together?
This is an excellent story. Silas and Kat have two separate distinct personalities. They will end up being the best of friends or complete enemies. Neither expected to find the love they had been seeking. It’s not often a book builds the suspense methodically and with great thought. For the hero and heroine to understand is unique. For a nurse to not recognize a crisis but only to respond to injury struck me odd.
Roxie Noir did an excellent job portraying the mental health issues. From panic attacks to PTSD, none of the characters are defined solely by their diagnosis. This, in itself, warrants a 5 Star rating because many times fictional characters end up in a stereotyped mantra that doesn’t define the entire persona.
I received show more this book as an advance review copy free from Social Butterfly PR. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Ashlynn Fisher is a hardworking woman set on saving herself for marriage. She may have had a monumental crush since high school, but Ashlynn knew the man. She liked him when he was being honest. But there was no way she would put up with his attitude. Besides there had to be other men out in the world that had the same values.
Kelly McCullough got around. He may own the bar. He may have a woman every night. But he was tired of the way his life was heading. Professionally, he made good money and was proud of what he has accomplished. Yet Kelly wanted more. He wasn’t sure what he really needed. But something had to change. Especially since he could not get a certain untouched woman out of his head. Nor did he want any other woman. And that in itself terrified Kelly.
Lydia Michaels tells a terrific story showing the public persona isn’t always the one hiding deep within the soul. Perfectly matched, it’s a grand love affair for Ashlynn and Kelly.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Kelly McCullough got around. He may own the bar. He may have a woman every night. But he was tired of the way his life was heading. Professionally, he made good money and was proud of what he has accomplished. Yet Kelly wanted more. He wasn’t sure what he really needed. But something had to change. Especially since he could not get a certain untouched woman out of his head. Nor did he want any other woman. And that in itself terrified Kelly.
Lydia Michaels tells a terrific story showing the public persona isn’t always the one hiding deep within the soul. Perfectly matched, it’s a grand love affair for Ashlynn and Kelly.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Mallory Fenton was tired of being the fat girl. When her doctor said she needed to lose weight, she wasn’t sure if it would work because no diet had worked before. But with the move to Center County and a new job, Mallory implemented an exercise program to lose the extra weight. And began to see a difference.
Finn McCullough had been with Erin for a decade. Except now, Finn became intrigued with a new girl who was fast becoming his best friend. She listened. She cared. And most important, he wanted to be with Mallory in every way that counted.
Healthy and happy. Two words that should be a goal for everyone. Lydia Michaels doesn’t just tell stories. She includes a moral to make her readers think. It’s another great story!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Finn McCullough had been with Erin for a decade. Except now, Finn became intrigued with a new girl who was fast becoming his best friend. She listened. She cared. And most important, he wanted to be with Mallory in every way that counted.
Healthy and happy. Two words that should be a goal for everyone. Lydia Michaels doesn’t just tell stories. She includes a moral to make her readers think. It’s another great story!
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Valentine PRLM. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
The California chapter of the Devil’s Barbarians needed assistance. Being fairly close, Rigor Travis volunteers to make the trek from Arizona to California to sit in on a meeting. Although females usually are not welcome, Rigor’s sister, Belle, is a secret weapon. She did not have a choice, but Belle really did not want to make the long drive. She would rather be home reading her romance novel.
Wyatt Jones was making repairs to the chapter van when the Phoenix guys rode into the compound. He took one look and decided that girl was his. Little did he know, Belle had trust issues. She also had a couple of bull-dog protectors along that were not going to make it easy on Wyatt. But he was willing to take that chance.
With some cheesy pickup lines, a near disaster, and some smoking hot sex scenes, Wyatt is definitely cocky. He also shows throughout that he is a trust-worthy person. Many women, including Belle Travis, would love a man like that. Fans of Lily Harlem and motorcycle club romances will love this quick read.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Wyatt Jones was making repairs to the chapter van when the Phoenix guys rode into the compound. He took one look and decided that girl was his. Little did he know, Belle had trust issues. She also had a couple of bull-dog protectors along that were not going to make it easy on Wyatt. But he was willing to take that chance.
With some cheesy pickup lines, a near disaster, and some smoking hot sex scenes, Wyatt is definitely cocky. He also shows throughout that he is a trust-worthy person. Many women, including Belle Travis, would love a man like that. Fans of Lily Harlem and motorcycle club romances will love this quick read.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Not wanting to go home to an empty house, Samantha Dougherty accepted the invitation to spend three weeks with the McCullough family. Arriving with her boyfriend, Braydon McCullough, they treated her as family. Unfortunately, Braydon wanted more than Samantha was willing to give so he did his own thing.
From the age of 12, Colin McCullough knew he wanted to give his life to God. This meant living a life of poverty, celibate, and dedicate his life to God’s work. Set to take his vows before the end of summer, Colin is home to make his final decision. He knew the exact course his life would travel. Until Samantha came to visit.
Samantha knew Colin was different. It was obvious Colin battled a war deep within his soul. Samantha understood and refused to get in the way of his commitment. Yet, Colin lost the battle the first time he kissed Samantha. He managed to convince himself it was just curiosity. But could the same be said when he and Samantha locked themselves within his bedroom?
The family knew Samantha was not the girl for Braydon. Nor did they suspect an eternal love growing. This connection he had with Samantha made Colin falter though it didn’t stop their secret meetings and rendezvous. Instead, they grew bolder until the time came for Samantha to return to college.
Neither regretted their actions and now each is miserable. Yet with every action is a reaction. And a consequence.
Lydia Michaels allows readers to feel the passion, the uncertainty, and the loss of their show more love. At times, the story is heartbreaking. The mental struggles are real. The questions agonizing. What is right? What feels right? Is it better to love and lose the most precious thing than to never have loved at all? Both struggle with their decision. Yet it is Colin who must make the decision that will change his life forever.
The McCulloughs are a large family. They fight. They argue. But they always support each other. No matter what! Reading this book was an absolute honor.
I own a copy of this book. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
From the age of 12, Colin McCullough knew he wanted to give his life to God. This meant living a life of poverty, celibate, and dedicate his life to God’s work. Set to take his vows before the end of summer, Colin is home to make his final decision. He knew the exact course his life would travel. Until Samantha came to visit.
Samantha knew Colin was different. It was obvious Colin battled a war deep within his soul. Samantha understood and refused to get in the way of his commitment. Yet, Colin lost the battle the first time he kissed Samantha. He managed to convince himself it was just curiosity. But could the same be said when he and Samantha locked themselves within his bedroom?
The family knew Samantha was not the girl for Braydon. Nor did they suspect an eternal love growing. This connection he had with Samantha made Colin falter though it didn’t stop their secret meetings and rendezvous. Instead, they grew bolder until the time came for Samantha to return to college.
Neither regretted their actions and now each is miserable. Yet with every action is a reaction. And a consequence.
Lydia Michaels allows readers to feel the passion, the uncertainty, and the loss of their show more love. At times, the story is heartbreaking. The mental struggles are real. The questions agonizing. What is right? What feels right? Is it better to love and lose the most precious thing than to never have loved at all? Both struggle with their decision. Yet it is Colin who must make the decision that will change his life forever.
The McCulloughs are a large family. They fight. They argue. But they always support each other. No matter what! Reading this book was an absolute honor.
I own a copy of this book. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
He’s the one who got away.
Savannah Bryant is back home with her daughter in tow. She feels safe for the moment, but she knows her ex-husband, Colton, is on his way ready to charm the entire town into believing he is the good guy. If he succeeds, no one will ever believe the truth. Nor will she and Skye feel safe again.
Jackson Stone never stopped loving the one he let go. Now she is back with fear in her eyes. Jackson may not have thought much of himself at one time. But he does have a good head on his shoulders now. Always thinking of the kids and how to make things better for them. His heart is huge and shows that he will do anything to keep Savannah safe.
This is a second chance to make things right. A second chance to make a better life. A second chance for love because this time Savannah is not going to run away. She’s heading straight for the man who has always been there to keep her safe.
Wowser! Echo Grayce has a winner. An entire new look. An entire new series. This is Echo’s best yet. Pick up this book today and set the wheels in motion.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from the author. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Savannah Bryant is back home with her daughter in tow. She feels safe for the moment, but she knows her ex-husband, Colton, is on his way ready to charm the entire town into believing he is the good guy. If he succeeds, no one will ever believe the truth. Nor will she and Skye feel safe again.
Jackson Stone never stopped loving the one he let go. Now she is back with fear in her eyes. Jackson may not have thought much of himself at one time. But he does have a good head on his shoulders now. Always thinking of the kids and how to make things better for them. His heart is huge and shows that he will do anything to keep Savannah safe.
This is a second chance to make things right. A second chance to make a better life. A second chance for love because this time Savannah is not going to run away. She’s heading straight for the man who has always been there to keep her safe.
Wowser! Echo Grayce has a winner. An entire new look. An entire new series. This is Echo’s best yet. Pick up this book today and set the wheels in motion.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from the author. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
He was going to find this woman.
She’s the last of the siblings to be found and has been the most difficult to track and locate. Matias Wright had been close but missed her seconds. But he felt it. Deep within, his gut told him he would find his mark. He’s waited patiently with a single photo in his pocket. But now he knows everything. He has finally located Dr. Erika Cerna. And now she will know the rest of her siblings. It can’t come soon enough.
Except Erika is not going along with the plan.
Not realizing her life is in danger from all corners of the world, Erika is determined to remain in South America helping the victims of trafficking. Besides it is kinda crazy that after all of these years, she has seven siblings.
All around the world located in some of the most dangerous areas, Mako and Artemis clash while trying to protect the innocent. Constant action. Steamy, hot, bewildering sex. It’s everything the Agile Security and Rescue series has provided. And more! Jenna Gunn is the romance writer to watch. This series is smokin’.
Be sure to read the Foreward explaining the code names, Mako and Artemis. It’s simply wild seeing the similarities come to life.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
She’s the last of the siblings to be found and has been the most difficult to track and locate. Matias Wright had been close but missed her seconds. But he felt it. Deep within, his gut told him he would find his mark. He’s waited patiently with a single photo in his pocket. But now he knows everything. He has finally located Dr. Erika Cerna. And now she will know the rest of her siblings. It can’t come soon enough.
Except Erika is not going along with the plan.
Not realizing her life is in danger from all corners of the world, Erika is determined to remain in South America helping the victims of trafficking. Besides it is kinda crazy that after all of these years, she has seven siblings.
All around the world located in some of the most dangerous areas, Mako and Artemis clash while trying to protect the innocent. Constant action. Steamy, hot, bewildering sex. It’s everything the Agile Security and Rescue series has provided. And more! Jenna Gunn is the romance writer to watch. This series is smokin’.
Be sure to read the Foreward explaining the code names, Mako and Artemis. It’s simply wild seeing the similarities come to life.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Lady Carys Davis was a vision of contradictions. Bewitching. Breathtaking. Yet at the same time innocently ignorant. Carys’ confidence to wear clothing deemed undesirable to debutantes was nothing in comparison of her feelings toward obtaining a husband required of a woman of her stature.
Tristan Montgomery knew his duty as heir. Find a woman who will be a good wife and mother. He was sure he found the perfect debutante so why did he feel the need to continually torment Carys? But when he learns the reason behind her outrageous behavior, Tristan has to prove not all men are alike.
Enemies born of an ancient feud. Both with siblings who overcame huge obstacles. The fatal attraction draws them closer while both pursue different paths. Kate Bateman crushes the Montgomery-Davies feud one sibling at a time. Assuming the two stubborn fools acknowledge their true desires. FIVE STARS all around! Bateman’s version of fire and ice are perfectly perfect rivals.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley . I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Tristan Montgomery knew his duty as heir. Find a woman who will be a good wife and mother. He was sure he found the perfect debutante so why did he feel the need to continually torment Carys? But when he learns the reason behind her outrageous behavior, Tristan has to prove not all men are alike.
Enemies born of an ancient feud. Both with siblings who overcame huge obstacles. The fatal attraction draws them closer while both pursue different paths. Kate Bateman crushes the Montgomery-Davies feud one sibling at a time. Assuming the two stubborn fools acknowledge their true desires. FIVE STARS all around! Bateman’s version of fire and ice are perfectly perfect rivals.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley . I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
An ancient feud was put to rest with a handshake. A handshake each year from a member of each family cemented the truce. But this year the Davies were late. Or so Madeline Montgomery hoped. With minutes to spare, it was not to be as her nemesis rode into sight. The new Earl of Powys.
Tension simmers amongst their wants. Maddie could not trust although she desperately wished to know more about the mischievous boy who once taunted her that is now very much a man. Including herself on a mission meant for one, Gryff’s gentlemanly advances turn to more as they are outed with Maddie unchaperoned. But it can never be, for a Davies and Montgomery could never be civil to another. Or could they?
Bateman tells a sweet tale of a family feud put to rest with the unlikely union many fathers would not approve. Yet Maddie and Gryff are about to embark upon a very un-regency match of old. The first book of The Ruthless Rivals set the stage. I want to read more from this talented author.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley . I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Tension simmers amongst their wants. Maddie could not trust although she desperately wished to know more about the mischievous boy who once taunted her that is now very much a man. Including herself on a mission meant for one, Gryff’s gentlemanly advances turn to more as they are outed with Maddie unchaperoned. But it can never be, for a Davies and Montgomery could never be civil to another. Or could they?
Bateman tells a sweet tale of a family feud put to rest with the unlikely union many fathers would not approve. Yet Maddie and Gryff are about to embark upon a very un-regency match of old. The first book of The Ruthless Rivals set the stage. I want to read more from this talented author.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from NetGalley . I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews
Eduardo Lopez was now el Rey. The King. He was the second son. The only one left to take over. He shouldered the commitment but would rather not remain. In this, Eduardo has a conflicting personality. He tries to be the man his family wants him to be. Yet seems to want something else altogether. The question is: which personality will win?
Take his cousin, Valentino. Valentino is not a nice man. He is trigger happy and happily has flunkies cleaning up his messes. Valentino has some crazy ideas and believes fiction over truth. Unfortunately, Eduardo does not take action quick enough. And therein lies some of the issues. Especially with the family business.
Ana Maria was won in a card game over a century ago. She was allowed to go to the United States and participate in the student exchange. But it is time to come home. Her parents were pressured and knew Ana Maria would be taken. However, they hoped to have some time together before Eduardo takes her as his own. The night she turned eighteen, they arrived in the midst of the party.
The one good thing is that Eduardo is different from most of his family. His thinking. His actions. His thoughts are scattered between trying to be the person he wants to be and what his family insists he become. He sees Ana Maria as a person and wants to know her better. But when family points out he is too attached, he creates distance and becomes cruel. I felt that Eduardo should have stood up for himself and not allow his family to dictate his show more personal life. For the most part, it seems Eduardo truly likes Ana Maria. He shows this in numerous little ways. In that, I want to believe that Eduardo will eventually realize Ana Maria is the only one for him. At this point, it would not be a surprise if he bows to the family and takes a wife of their choosing. I do hope differently since Cuban King is not the end for Eduardo and Ana Maria.
Life can be evil. Families together out of fear. Villages threatened. Fiction and reality can be similar and sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. One on hand, I truly enjoyed reading this book. On the other, I spent as much time on the review as I did reading. That said I was furious to see an unexpected cliffhanger. Up until those last words, I was invested. Now the most I can say is that P.A. Thomas is a wordsmith at setting the scene. Until it no longer remains. And instead becomes a nightmare that will continue.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
--Brenda, JustViews show less
Take his cousin, Valentino. Valentino is not a nice man. He is trigger happy and happily has flunkies cleaning up his messes. Valentino has some crazy ideas and believes fiction over truth. Unfortunately, Eduardo does not take action quick enough. And therein lies some of the issues. Especially with the family business.
Ana Maria was won in a card game over a century ago. She was allowed to go to the United States and participate in the student exchange. But it is time to come home. Her parents were pressured and knew Ana Maria would be taken. However, they hoped to have some time together before Eduardo takes her as his own. The night she turned eighteen, they arrived in the midst of the party.
The one good thing is that Eduardo is different from most of his family. His thinking. His actions. His thoughts are scattered between trying to be the person he wants to be and what his family insists he become. He sees Ana Maria as a person and wants to know her better. But when family points out he is too attached, he creates distance and becomes cruel. I felt that Eduardo should have stood up for himself and not allow his family to dictate his show more personal life. For the most part, it seems Eduardo truly likes Ana Maria. He shows this in numerous little ways. In that, I want to believe that Eduardo will eventually realize Ana Maria is the only one for him. At this point, it would not be a surprise if he bows to the family and takes a wife of their choosing. I do hope differently since Cuban King is not the end for Eduardo and Ana Maria.
Life can be evil. Families together out of fear. Villages threatened. Fiction and reality can be similar and sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. One on hand, I truly enjoyed reading this book. On the other, I spent as much time on the review as I did reading. That said I was furious to see an unexpected cliffhanger. Up until those last words, I was invested. Now the most I can say is that P.A. Thomas is a wordsmith at setting the scene. Until it no longer remains. And instead becomes a nightmare that will continue.
I received this book as an advance review copy free from Booksprout. I have read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
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