Chasing Romeo, an all-new heartwarming opposites-attract standalone romantic comedy from author Sarah Ready is available now!
A laugh out loud, soul mate chasing rom-com romp, Sarah Ready’s Chasing Romeo is a perfect feel-good novel about finding love where you least expect it.
Chloe Daniels is a starry-eyed romantic who believes in true love, soul mates and happily ever afters. So when a psychic predicts the identity of her soul mate Chloe will do anything to find him.
But there’s a tiny problem.
Chloe’s soul mate is 1 of 7 men, spread across the U.S. and she has only one week to reach him.
Out of desperation she hires Nick O’Shea, a cynical private investigator who thinks soul mates, love and happily ever afters are a load of crap.
Chloe and Nick have nothing in common. She wants her soul mate. He wants to get paid.
But on their crazy, true love chasing road trip across the U.S. Nick starts to wonder if maybe he was wrong about love, and Chloe starts to wonder if she was wrong about the identity of her Romeo.
Soon, Chloe will have to choose between her soul mate and the man she hired to find him.
Opposites attract in the first book of a heartwarming new series by romance author Sarah Ready.
“I’m just asking,” I say, “are you sure you want to bet your future on a myth?” Because, to be honest, something inside me wishes she’d get up and say, screw you, fate, I’m taking my future in my own hands.
“Would I bet my future?” she asks.
I nod and lean forward to hear her answer.
Slowly, she says, “I’d bet everything.”
Her words ring in my ears. She’s serious. She’ll do anything to get with this random guy she hasn’t seen in nearly twenty years. It’s like a cosmic joke, except I’m not laughing. I guess I shouldn’t have expected anything less.
“It’s a myth,” I say. “It’s not real.”
“It is,” she says. She points her finger at me and jabs me in the chest. “And I’m going to prove it to you.” Her hand rests over my heart. We both look down at her touching me. She yanks it back and wipes her hand on her napkin.
No man likes to see a woman wipe herself off after touching him. I scowl and then take her unspoken challenge. “More likely, by the end of this week, I’ll prove that soul mates don’t exist.”
“Good luck, you have hundreds of Aunt Erma’s successes against you.”
No worries, I stand by my belief that the whole town of Romeo is suffering from romantic delusions. Hey, the tourism dollars depend on it.
Also, I’d like to push a little bit of reality into this situation and throw out the idea that this guy might not be decent.
“He could be a rapist,” I say. That gets her attention. Her head snaps up and she glares at me.
“Or a Lothario,” she says. Take that, her eyes say. She bares her teeth at me in a semblance of a grin and I smile back. Game on.
The minstrel who had wandered close again hightails it to the other side of the restaurant.
“He could be a drug dealer,” I say.
“Or a pharmacist,” she says.
“He could be an alcoholic.”
“A vintner.”
“He’s unemployed,” I say.
“Independently wealthy.”
“He looks like a frog.”
“He’s a prince,” she says.
“He’s boring.”
“Strong and silent.”
I glare at her and she glares back, a smile curving on her lips.
“Bad in bed,” I say.
“A sex god.” She bites at her lower lip and I have the urge to take it in my mouth and show her a decade of pent-up wanting. I yank my thoughts from her lips and drop my ace in the hole.
“He could be an ax murderer,” I say. Take that and chew on it.
She laughs, throaty and low, and her eyes light up. The candlelight sparks off her glowing skin.
“Or,” she says, “he’s a lumberjack. Mmmm. Sexy ax. I’ll hold the handle. Rawr.” She claws her hand and scratches at the air.
I shake my head. “You got it.” I hold up my goblet of mead for a toast. “To Matt Smith. Chloe’s lumberjack soul mate.”
Delightfully fun and sexy cross-country ride. Chloe believes in soul mates so when Aunt Erma, the psychic, sends her on a week-long quest to seek out 7 men, one of which is “the one,” well, she has to go. But she needs help finding these guys which means she has to rely on Nick, her high school crush. Nick just wants to build a life on the mountain and for people to leave him alone so Erma dangles a piece of land as payment to help Chloe. Now, Nick and Chloe have a history which I was dying to understand. They were best friends and something pushed them apart. As they boldly take on this quest, crazy things happen which are laugh out loud funny but at the same time, the old feelings and friendship remain. So, is the mysterious Matt Smith the one for Chloe? Or will this amazing couple find forgiveness and a lost love along the way? I had a blast finding out! I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
About Sarah Ready
Author Sarah Ready writes contemporary romance and romantic comedy. Her books have been described as “euphoric”, “heartwarming” and “laugh out loud”. Her debut novel The Fall in Love Checklist was hailed as “the unicorn read of 2020”. She loves to write fast-paced, emotionally compelling romances about quirky, smart women and the men who love them.
Before writing romance full-time Sarah had lots of fun teaching at an Ivy League. Then she realized she could have even more fun writing romance. Her favorite things after writing are adventuring and travel. You’ll frequently find her using her degree at a dino dig site, crawling into a cave, snorkeling, or on horseback riding through the jungle – all fodder for her next book. She’s lived in Scotland, Norway, Portugal, Switzerland and NYC. She currently lives in the Caribbean with her water-obsessed pup and her awesome family.
Can playboy Ashton really fall in love with sexy, single mom Sage? From the moment these two met, there was an incredible comfort level and trust but Sage chooses Memphis instead, her sketchy boyfriend. Fast forward seven years when these two cross paths again. The one thing that has changed is that Ashton knows he doesn’t want to let Sage walk away again. Sage is shocked to run into Ashton but can’t deny that the attractions she felt years ago is still there. As a single mother, Sage is hesitant to date but Ashton is persistent. I love how this couple connected. There is humor and passion but Sage is keeping a huge part of herself from Ashton. What will happen when he finds out she is a mom? What will Sage’s kids think of her dating? I had fun taking this journey with Ashton and Sage. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
Meet M. Robinson
M. Robinson is the Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author crowned as the "Queen of Angst" by readers around the world.
Dive into her visionary world that will take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and leave you wanting more.
She writes everything from contemporary to suspense romance and is best known for her novel, El Diablo.
When M isn't in the cave writing her next epic love story, you will find her shopping and living on a boat in Florida with her real life pirate, her lobster, her husband Bossman. Sipping on Starbucks and hanging out with their two dogs, a German shepherd mix and a gordito Wheaten Terrier reading a good book. Or spending time with her family, who she is extremely close with.
Above all, M loves her readers more than anything and loves to connect with them! She is on all social media platforms but you will find her in her happy place the most. Her VIP Reader Group on Facebook or her second favorite happy place, Instagram.
And after one spur-of-the-moment Vegas wedding... her husband.
Heavy Petting, an all-new heartwarming and laugh-out-loud romantic comedy in the Boys of the Bayou Gone Wild Series by New York Times bestselling author Erin Nicholas is available now!
He's her best friend.
A reformed bad boy turned hot teacher.
And after one spur-of-the-moment Vegas wedding... her husband.
Jordan Benoit and Fletcher Landry have been best friends since they were six. He's always been The Guy. When she needed picked up, cheered up, or lifted up--like literally, to see the stage at a concert--Fletcher was the guy.
So when her boyfriend dumps her--on national TV--Fletcher immediately gets on a plane and comes to her rescue.
And when she ends up in a Vegas wedding chapel and needs someone to say, "I do"...yep, Fletcher's the guy. Of course.
But being The Guy 24/7 is a lot. He just wants everyone to give him a freaking minute to get this marriage thing right. Including his sexy, sweet new wife who he's wanted for three years. Who is exasperatingly, temptingly all-in from minute one.
Jordan knows what she wants. A life in her hometown. A job with alpacas. And Fletcher. Not necessarily in that order.
They've said the vows. They'd told the world. They've told their grandmas. Forget taking things slow. Forget just heavy petting. Forget any chance of backing out when things get tough. They're going to have to go all the way, in every way.
After all, friends becoming lovers should be the easiest thing in the world. Right?
Fletcher finally gets his girl and what a fabulous ride. Jordan and Fletcher have been best friends since first grade. But Jordan fell for Jason and when Fletcher realizes that Jordan is the one for him, well, she is committed to Jason. But then she is dumped on national TV and Fletcher is the hero that flies to Vegas to rescue her. I have to admit that I was surprised when they left Vegas married but oh so happy. This couple is awesome together and I loved the honesty that came with their relationship. Now that they are married, well, they never dated and even though they know a lot about each other, that was as friends. The beauty of their journey is how they work together to take an incredible friendship to a marriage partnership. The joys they find in the beginning, middles and ends of life’s moments creates a strong foundation for their relationship. Of course, we can’t forget all the other Landry’s and the fun that everyone is having building and growing the animal park. Truly another fabulously fun, sexy and wonderful trip to Autre. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
Excerpt
“I also think that I need to—”
“Marry me.”
“Date you.”
They spoke at the same time.
Then stared at each other.
“What?”
“What?”
They spoke simultaneously again.
“I was trying to give you some freaking space before I said anything.” He seemed very annoyed suddenly.
She leaned in, bracing her hand on the seat between them. “The last person I need space from is you, Fletcher. I mean, we’ve basically been dating for twenty years. If dating is about getting to know someone and figuring out how well you fit with them and figuring out if you want to spend the rest of your life with them…we’ve done that.”
He shook his head. “You have got to be one of the most exasperating people in my life.”
Her eyebrows rose. “Considering your twin brothers are Zeke and Zander, being one of the most exasperating people in your life is pretty huge.”
He shook his head. “Absolutely exasperating. To think I could’ve kissed you when we were standing next to a king-sized bed and you were only in your bra and panties and you would have been all in.”
Jordan felt her cheeks flush, but she grinned widely. “I really am a pain.”
“You really are.” His gaze dropped to her mouth.
Jordan felt a zing of excitement go through her. She really wanted him to kiss her.
“I think you dating me is a great idea,” he said after a moment.
Thank God.
“You’re sure you’re done dating other people? Having fun with all those girls? All the casual relationships?” she asked.
“If it means I get to be with you? Absolutely.”
Her stomach swooped, harder and faster than before. “This isn’t crazy?”
“It makes a hell of a lot more sense than anything else. Like you dating other men. Or either of us being with anyone else.”
“We’ve never talked about this before.”
“You’ve been taken,” he said simply.
Right. That was true. And Fletcher was too good of a guy to go after another man’s girl.
She still felt compelled to say, “It’s been three years since anything happened.”
“Again, because you’ve been taken.” His voice dropped. “Only because you’ve been taken, Jordan.”
Her heart skittered at that and she wet her lips. She thought about her next words carefully. Several seconds ticked by. Then she said simply, “Prove it.”
Fletcher reached out, wrapped his big hand around her wrist, and tugged her close. He cupped the back of her head and brought her in until they were nose to nose. “This changes everything,” he said. Almost as if it was a warning.
“I know.”
“I’m the last frog you’re ever going to kiss. So be sure you want it now.”
That was exactly what she’d wanted to hear without even realizing it.
About Erin Nicholas
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin Nicholas has been writing romances almost as long as she’s been reading them. To date, she’s written over thirty sexy, contemporary novels that have been described as “toe-curling,” “enchanting,” “steamy,” and “fun.” She adores reluctant heroes, imperfect heroines, and happily ever afters.
Erin lives in the Midwest, where she enjoys spending time with her husband (who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books), her kids (who will never read the sex scenes in her books), and her family and friends (who claim to be “shocked” by the sex scenes in her books).
My life has always been pretty predictable. Run into burning buildings, save those in distress, be a hero. Shoot the shit with my fireman buddies, come home, and do it all again tomorrow. Little did I know that a random SOS call from a woman stuck in a plaster cast with nothing underneath (I swear I only caught a flash of skin) would throw me for a complete loop.
Until I see the flighty artist again. At my mom’s engagement party. To her dad.
Suddenly the unpredictable woman I couldn’t stop thinking about is my soon-to-be-stepsister. Yeah, the same one I mortified when I accidentally saw her a tiny bit naked. This should make family gatherings way more interesting.
Except when your mom’s as loaded as mine is, you can never fully let your guard down when a guy comes sniffing around. So I can’t help but be suspicious, even though his daughter’s the perfect blend of beautiful and wild. As we spend more time together, prepping for our parents’ wedding, we both agree that maybe there’s nothing wrong with having a little bit of fun in the meantime. But if she knew I was investigating her dad on the side, she would never forgive me…
Tamsen has unbelievable luck and always seems to be in the most bizarre situations when she runs into Parker. It doesn’t help that he is the hottie hero firefighter. But the last place she expects is at her father’s engagement party and to find out he will be her new step-brother. How will she keep the intense chemistry she feels in check? Parker is fascinated with Tamsen and is surprised to run into her again. He is already skeptical of his mom’s new fiancé but now he has to control the attraction he as to Tamsen. These two are a ton of fun as they navigate planning a wedding shower for their parents while exploring the chemistry that just won’t fade. Is there are way to find love together like their parents? Such a fun and sexy romance. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
ABOUT MARIAH ANKENMAN
Bestselling author Mariah Ankenman lives in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with her two rambunctious daughters and loving husband who provides ample inspiration for her heart-stopping heroes. Her books have been nominated for the prestigious RWA Golden Heart® and CRW Stiletto awards. Whether she’s writing hometown heroes or sexy supernaturals, Mariah loves to lose herself in a world of words. Her favorite thing about writing is when she can make someone’s day a little brighter with one of her books.
Deception and manipulation is the name of the game as Phoebe works to have the future she wants, not the one dictated by her parents. After losing her best friend, she embraces her inner diva to get revenge on anyone that tries to block her dream. The biggest challenge is Liam, knowing he had a plan to trap one of the ‘riches,’ can she trust that he has developed feelings for her? Or does she need to get revenge on him too? Liam knows his best shot at breaking away from Sharrow is to pass his exams. But his plans have a new twist since he met Phoebe because now he wants her in his future, something he never expected for himself. As they both deal with their grief, can he convince Phoebe to take another chance on him. What an amazing, unpredictable, twisted and surprising journey. I was pulled in and kept hanging on the edge of my seat as I devoured this story, never knowing what would happen next and loving every moment.
Blurb:Tragedy has rocked Richstone and the ‘rats’ and ‘the riches’ may never be the same again. Reeling from recent events, Phoebe Ridley finds herself numb. While she tries to come to terms with her grief, one thing keeps her focused. Revenge. With a list of people she vows to ruin, this good girl is going bad. Very, very bad. And Liam Lawson? The guy who started the rats’ pact to ensnare one of the riches? He’s on her list too.There are still games to be played. Secrets to be revealed. And all hell to break loose. When the dust settles and her enemies have faced their ruin, will Liam be at her side, or on his knees?
About the Author:Angel Devlin likes to write about bad boys and billionaires. She lives in Sheffield in the UK with her partner, son, and furbaby.
From bestselling author, Dr. Rebecca Sharp, comes an emotional, second chance standalone romance in the Carmel Cove series.It took only a matter of moments to turn Cambria Mariano into a survivor.
Moving back home, a ghost of her former self, Cammie hoped family and a familiar routine would help her find a new normal.
But months and miles couldn’t erase the trauma that had befallen her.
Something needed to change. Cammie knows she needs to fight for a stronger version of herself before she loses everything. Unfortunately, the only way to hone that fight has a name: Bennett Covington, her new martial arts instructor and the golden boy whose heart she broke.
Benny has always had his eye on the shy baker’s daughter. Though the spark between them burns hotter than ever, he sees Cammie’s heart is even more guarded. But Benny is a patient man; He’ll give her time to trust herself—and him.
As Cammie’s confidence returns, so do the demons from her past. To stop the crimes in town, she’ll have to speak up against those who will do anything to keep her silent. And when she does, she’ll risk not only her new life but her second chance at love.
Warning: This novel contains references to subjects that may be sensitive to some readers.
Cammie is inspiring. I love how this story gave me a realistic and honest look at what it means to be violated by someone else and the courage it takes to face the trauma and move forward. Cammie and Benny found their one in high school but they each had different dreams when they graduated so they broke up to allow each other the ability to pursue those dreams without any strings. What Cammie never expects is to have her dream shattered in the worst way possible. As she works to rebuild her confidence and spirit, she moves back home to help her mother at the bakery. Benny’s dream has him buying the local pub to bring new life to a classic restaurant. The one thing missing is having Cammie in his life, the girl, now woman, that captured his heart. Cammie believes Benny deserves someone that isn’t broken but having him be the teacher at the self-defense class she takes, creates a situation that neither can ignore. The biggest hurdle will be whether Cammie can find her inner warrior and open herself up to Benny’s love. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Rebecca Sharp, while using a pen name, is actually a doctor living in Pennsylvania with her husband - the love of her life.She enjoys working in her practice with her father as well as letting her creativity run free as an author. Growing up she's always loved a good love story and finally decided to give writing one of her own a go.After graduating with her doctoral degree, she now enjoys spending that thing called free time traveling with her husband, cooking, and knitting.
Sign a contract and board a plane to Ibiza. The anonymous deal would salvage the smoldering wreckage of my life.
It would not involve billionaire Harrison King. AKA, the reason I need saving in the first place.
He’s as beautiful as he is cruel. A British business titan who’s practically royalty and makes a living getting what he wants.
The man flies private. Dates supermodels. But the crisp accent and cocky smirk don’t fool me. He’s a gentleman on the outside, a savage beneath. Dangerous, rough and brutal.
Because after my attempt to publicly stand up for those who needed it...
He destroyed my reputation.
Now, he’s come for the rest of me.
Except it’s not salvation he’s promising. It’s nights in Ibiza, under his roof, rules, his control.
I sold my soul to a man I hate. Now, he owns me.
I can’t back out. No matter what kind of punishment he has in store.
What a fabulously tangled and intriguing story. Rae is working to rebuild her career after taking a stand against one of the top night club owners for not protecting customers from assault. She ends up in Ibiza to work at a club that has been empty with the goal to demonstrate she can bring in the customers. What she doesn’t expect is for Harrison, the night club owner in question, to be the owner and caught in a contract she can’t break. Harrison is all business, focused on building his empire so when his leading night club drops in performance due to Rae’s allegations, well, he wants retribution. Getting her to DJ at his new club to earn the money he lost. He is used to people only seeing the things they can gain from the money he has but Rae Is not your normal woman. She stands up to him and goes for what she wants. These two strong willed individuals are electric together. As Harrison is pursuing more properties, Rae becomes a distraction that just might be the needed change to his life. Rae is shocked by how much she likes Harrison when she is able to get beyond his businessman persona. But can these two adversaries find a road to love? Oh, boy, I am loving this couple and need book 2. There is hope but I know this isn’t going to be an easy journey for either of them. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
Piper Lawson is a USA today bestselling author of smart, steamy romance! She writes about women who follow their dreams (even the scary ones), best friends who know your dirty secrets (and love you anyway), and complex heroes you'll fall hard for (especially after talking with them). Brains or brawn? She'll never make you choose. Piper lives in Canada with her tall, dark, and brilliant husband. She believes peanut butter is a protein, rose gold is a neutral, and love is ALWAYS the answer.
Bossing the Cowboy is now available on all retailers!
After surviving a messy divorce and custody battle, Dr. Connor Wallen quickly became married to his job. Helping animals is the perfect distraction from his crazy ex, but he finds it difficult to concentrate when an attractive woman joins his veterinary clinic. Getting involved with someone who works for him would only lead to disaster, so staying professional is key.
He tries to ignore her, but their chemistry is undeniable.
Elizabeth Bishop can’t stand her boss or how he treats her, but there aren’t many job options in small-town Texas. No matter what she does, it’s never good enough for Connor, but she continues trying to impress him anyway.
She’ll never admit she’s attracted to him and denies it every chance she gets.
Avoiding him is impossible, but Elle keeps her distance whenever possible. After his walls start to crumble, she knows her feelings aren’t one-sided. She’s tired of playing his games and is ready to prove who’s really in control.
Although he pushes her away, she’s determined to pull him closer—showing him exactly what they’ve both been missing.
**Bossing the Cowboy is a complete stand-alone and can be read without reading any of the other books or spin-off series, but if you prefer to read in order, start with Hitching the Cowboy as the characters and families do interconnect.**
What a wonderful romance. Elle is working to be veterinarian and has been attracted to Connor since she was 14. When her grandmother suggests she intern with Connor, she jumps at the chance. Of course, Connor doesn’t make it easy with his cold and demanding ways. She truly believes he hates her. Connor is fighting his attraction to Elle every day knowing she needs a mentor and teacher as she works on her degree. He also struggles with the 8-year age difference. But most of all, is the challenges his ex-wife provides as he works to spend time with his daughter. Connor is great at keeping his personal life private and in Eldorado, that is amazing given the close-knit community and how much he interacts with everyone as the only vet in the area. I thought he was just a jerk from previous books but I became a huge fan as I learned the true heart of the man. I love how this journey built for them and allowed me to truly be invested in each one of them and wanting them to find that forever happily ever after. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
Brooke Cumberland and Lyra Parish are a duo of romance authors who teamed up under the USA Today pseudonym, Kennedy Fox. They share a love of Hallmark movies, overpriced coffee, and making TikToks. When they aren’t bonding over romantic comedies, they like to brainstorm new book ideas. One day in 2016, they decided to collaborate under a pseudonym and have some fun creating new characters that’ll make you blush and your heart melt. Happily ever afters guaranteed!
Chasing Romeo by Sarah Ready
