Monday, November 22, 2021

New Release & Review: A Very Grumpy Christmas by Jerica MacMillan


A Very Grumpy Christmas by
Jerica MacMillan is now live!

My neighbor is a Grinch. 

Since I run the Christmas Emporium and sometimes moonlight as an elf, that's kind of a problem for me. 

No surprise, though. When I brought over cookies to welcome him to the neighborhood this summer, he slammed the door in my face.

Until he brings his kid to visit Santa one of the days I'm working as an elf, and I realize there are key parts of their story I'm missing ...
• The little girl is his much younger sister, not his daughter.
• He's her guardian since their parents died in a tragic accident.

Now all of his handsome, broody glares make so much more sense. As one of Santa's elves, I make it my mission to make this Christmas as special for them as possible. Which somehow includes trespassing on his property to hang Christmas lights and braiding the little girl's hair regularly. 

Despite his glares and grumpiness, I discover the soft underbelly of the beast. Will this Grinch's heart grow three sizes as well? And if it does, will it have room for me?

A Very Grumpy Christmas is a standalone, small town, neighbors to lovers romance featuring a grumpy single dad and the sunshiny neighbor who's determined to make his Christmas better. Full of heat and heart with an HEA guaranteed!


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My Review:
A Very Grumpy ChristmasA Very Grumpy Christmas by Jerica MacMillan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shane finds himself the guardian of his youngest sister Olivia and lives with the fear that everyone thinks he’s doing it wrong. I applaud his dedication to his sister but he is so determined to do it all on his own, that he blocks everyone else out of his life. Sarah is determined to bring joy to Olivia’s Christmas even though her new neighbor is grumpy. I don’t think Shane knew what was coming when Sarah took an interest in their lives. But he didn’t make it easy. For Olivia, having Sarah around seemed to be a calming influence since she could do some of the things her mom did that Shane struggles with. I loved how Shane kept trying to braid her hair but it was Sarah that helped him start simple and work his way up to more difficult braids. Such wonderful moments for all three of them. I had fun with this couple. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.

Meet Jerica MacMillan

Jerica MacMillan has been reading romance since she stumbled into the paperback section of the library as a middle schooler. And it's been an ongoing love affair ever since!
You can frequently find her sipping coffee out of snarky mugs while dreaming up stories and trying to bring them to life on the page. Join her Book Club at www.jericamacmillan.com/book-club and get a free book!

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Friday, November 19, 2021

Blog Tour & Review: Head Over Hooves by Erin Nicholas

You know in movies where the big city girl lands in a small town for the holidays and falls for the hunky guy who saves Christmas?

This isn’t that story.

But this guy does look fantastic in flannel. And out of flannel…

Finding true love with his one-and-only soul mate? Drew Ryan’s given up on that.

But a hot holiday fling in Louisiana, far from his responsibilities and good guy image back home, is now on the top of his list for Santa.

So when he’s knocked on his ass—literally—by a Christmas elf who’s stealing a sleigh full of gifts and using his reindeer to commit the crime, he definitely doesn’t expect to fall head over heels.

This holiday couldn’t get any worse for Rory Robins.

First, her hair wasn’t supposed to turn green. It’s not even Christmas green.

And the elf costume wasn’t supposed to be two sizes too small.

And her con-man father wasn’t supposed to show up and go all real-life-Grinch on her beloved new hometown.

And she definitely wasn’t supposed to run into anyone while trying to fix the problem. Especially not the hunky guy who already seems too good to be true.

But he does have a way of making her "cocoa" even hotter and a whole lot sweeter...

Still, he lives in Iowa. The only good thing her father ever gave her was a healthy distrust of men who are never around. She’s not doing a long-distance thing.

This little fling is only going to last as long as the temporary color of her hair.

Only nothing seems to be fading. And she might be asking Santa for just one more thing…

Fall in love today!
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My Review:
Head Over Hooves (Boys of the Bayou #5)Head Over Hooves by Erin Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a fun holiday romance that allowed me to enjoy the wonderful family and friends in Autre! I’m starting to think the goats are the best matchmakers as another couples first meeting involves the goats as Rory tries to round them up in her elf costume just as Drew arrives with the reindeer for the petting zoo. Rory is searching for acceptance and is working hard to be part of the Autre community and Landry family. She takes on the task of creating a new holiday event at the petting zoo but finds herself behind. Drew is known as the nice guy and though his visit to Autre is to deliver reindeer and have some fun, well, he can’t resist helping Rory. I love how this couple connected and Rory allowed herself to be vulnerable to Drew and really open up about her fears and goals. I was pulled in and had a fabulous time getting to know them as they found friendship, love and family. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.

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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).

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

New Release & Review: Wanting You Close by Kennedy Fox

   

Wanting You Close

Archer & Everleigh duet, #2

Wanting You Close is now available on all retailers!

I never imagined my new roommate would be the man I’d actually fall for. Though I don’t get close to the people I sleep with, he’s been my exception. Archer acts emotionally unavailable while he focuses on starting over, but our connection is too strong to ignore. He’s rugged on the outside and sweet on the inside—the opposite of my usual type. I see the way his eyes gaze up and down my body, making it harder to keep my feelings in check. Knocking down his walls is no easy task, especially with my brother interfering, but I refuse to give up. When lines are crossed and emotions bubble over, trouble finds us. We both have pasts that have leaked into our present—now I’m scared it’ll destroy the one secret we’ve been keeping    
 
 
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My Review:
Wanting You Close (Archer & Everleigh, #2; Ex-Con Duet Series, #6)Wanting You Close by Kennedy Fox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, Archer and Everleigh don’t have an easy road as they each have a crazy woman that wants revenge on them. But they are a fabulous team as they face each challenge head on. Of course, the biggest challenge will be how Tyler handles the fact that his friend and sister have fallen in love. It was wonderful to watch Archer find the love of his life along with a family and community where that he can call home. Everleigh always kept me guessing with her spontaneous and fearless approach to life. Truly a fabulous conclusion to this couples journey. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.

Meet Kennedy Fox
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!

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New Release: The Enigma by Jodi Ellen Malpas

The Enigma by Jodi Ellen Malpas is now live!

A fatal blend of revenge and desire.

After leaving her fiancé at the altar and quitting her job as a Miami cop, Beau Hayley stumbles through life, feeling only resentment. Injustice. Loss. Her mom's death was called an accident. She's not convinced. Grieving, she becomes numb to everything except the constant, biting pain of heartbreak and hate. She can see no light. Until she meets James Kelly, a man who seems as damaged as she is, inside and out. And yet despite his twisted, cold façade, he stimulates feelings. Pleasure. He is a respite from her own flaws. A complete mystery.

And impossible to resist.

James Kelly has only one objective. Find the men who murdered his family and kill them all very slowly. But the web of crime and deceit leads him to Beau Hayley, the daughter of the notorious FBI agent who pursued him relentlessly until her death. Beau is not what James expected, and past the darkness that shrouds her, he finds a glimmer of light. Light is addictive. An escape. Beau might be the key to James's mercy mission, but with dire consequences. So he has to decide--leave her breathing and risk exposing himself, or kill her and continue his mission, still unknown.

Still The Enigma

Two tortured souls playing one deadly game. But who will survive? 

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Meet Jodi

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in the Midlands town of Northampton, England, where she lives with her real-life man, her boys, and a beagle. She is a self-professed daydreamer and has a terrible weak spot for alpha males.

After writing in secret for too long, Jodi exploded onto the scene in 2012 with her debut novel This Man, starring the prolific Jesse Ward. Writing powerful love stories with fierce, memorable characters is her passion - a passion that has taken her on an amazing journey into the limelight of romantic fiction. Her work is now published in more than twenty-five languages across the world.

Find out more about Jodi at www.jodiellenmalpas.co.uk

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New Release & Review: Second Chance Vow by M. Robinson

Release Date: November 16

From Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling Author M. Robinson comes a second chance romance.

 

From the moment I laid eyes on her, Kinley was mine. 


At fifteen years old I was determined to make it happen, but we were on and off for years until I got it right between us and finally made her my wife.

 

We were supposed to be forever. 

 

So in love. 

So devoted.

So consumed with each other. 

But somewhere along the way we lost sight of that love.

 

Ten years later and that love became anger. That devotion began to crumble, and we were consumed with resentment of life not working out the way we had planned. 

 

We meant it when we vowed for better or for worse...

 

So why the hell were we signing divorce papers?


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My Review:
Second Chance VowSecond Chance Vow by M. Robinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Christian and Kinley love each other. But life has thrown them some curve balls which has them headed for divorce. For Kinley, she feels unworthy of Christian since she can’t get pregnant which would give him what he wants, a family. Christian is struggling to get Kinley to see that life is empty if she isn’t in it. The one driving force for them both is that they love each other. I got caught up in this couple as I wanted them to find a path to stay together. It showed me that love is something you have to fight for and believe in. 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.

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New Release & Review: Snowy Ever After by Samantha Chase & Stefanie London

 

Snowy Ever After by Samantha Chase & Stefanie London is now live! 


What could be better than a holiday wedding?
How about two?

Join bestselling authors Samantha Chase and Stefanie London for a whole lot of love this holiday season with Snowy Ever After!

With some of your favorite Magnolia Sound and Patterson's Bluff residents, we can guarantee you'll get all those small town, holiday feels with guaranteed happily ever afters and I Do's!

WEDDING WONDERLAND by Samantha Chase:

SAVE THE DATE!
You are cordially invited to the wedding of Mia Kingsley and Austin Coleman.
Or you will be if a snowstorm doesn't blanket the town with piles of fresh snow, making the trip to the chapel near impossible.
But the Coleman family is not about to let a measly little storm ruin Mia and Austin's perfect day. After all, Magnolia Sound is just the place for a perfect wedding wonderland.

DESTINED FOR FOREVER by Stefanie London

Romantic comedy screenwriter, Lily Dunn, watches her life go from happily ever after to crappily ever after when she gets dumped on live television.

Facing her overprotective family at her cousin's wedding is not ideal. They think she's not cut out for cutthroat Hollywood. How can she prove she's moved on? Pretend to have a new man, of course. The only rule is: keep it fake.

But the chemistry with her former high school crush burns hotter than an open fire. Can two bruised and battered hearts find the kind of love that only happens in the movies?

 

Download today on Amazon, Apple Books, Google Play, Kobo, Barnes & Noble!

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My Review:
Snowy Ever AfterSnowy Ever After by Samantha Chase
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wonderful holiday duo to put you in the mood for the season.
Wedding Wonderland shows how the power of family can surmount any challenge. Mia and Austin decide on a winter wedding with very little time to plan. But with great wedding planners and talented family members, everything seems to be on track until Mother Nature decides to take part. Is there any chance that they will be married by New Year’s? Dive in to find out.

Destined for Forever is a fun fake boyfriend to lover’s romance. Lily and Sean grew up together but neither one ever revealed their true feelings. A winter wedding has them spending time together and they both want a buffer from all the questions about when will they find someone so they band together to be each other’s fake significant other. But what happens when their feelings become real? I love how we got to learn their history during this crazy winter wedding. Sean feels stuck and Lily is so busy climbing the career ladder she’s lost focus. For this duo, they really are a great pair so can they inspire each other for the next step in their lives? Will love be something they are willing to embrace?
I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.

Meet Samantha

Samantha Chase is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller of contemporary romance that's hotter than sweet, sweeter than hot. She released her debut novel in 2011 and currently has more than seventy titles under her belt - including THE CHRISTMAS COTTAGE which was a Hallmark Christmas movie in 2017! She's a Disney enthusiast who still happily listens to 80's rock. When she's not working on a new story, she spends her time reading romances, playing way too many games of Solitaire on Facebook, wearing a tiara while playing with her sassy pug Maylene...oh, and spending time with her husband of 30 years and their two sons in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

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Website: https://www.chasing-romance.com/

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Meet Stefanie

Stefanie London is a multi-award-winning, USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romances and romantic comedies.

Stefanie’s books have been called “genuinely entertaining and memorable” by Booklist, and “elegant, descriptive and delectable” by RT magazine. Her stories have won multiple industry awards, including the HOLT Medallion and OKRWA National Reader's Choice Award, and she has been nominated for the Romance Writers of America RITA award.

Originally from Australia, Stefanie lives in Toronto with her very own hero and is doing her best to travel the world. She frequently indulges in her passions for good coffee, lipstick, romance novels and anything zombie-related.

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Monday, November 15, 2021

Cover Reveal & Pre-Order: The Mastermind by Dylan Allen

 Passion ignites when two different worlds collide...


The Mastermind, a sexy standalone novella set in the Rivers Wilde World from Wall Street Journal bestselling author Dylan Allen and 1,001 Dark Nights is coming February 8th, and we have the sizzling new cover!


Reserve your copy, exclusively on Amazon today! 

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He lives under a golden spotlight.

I’m shackled to a past that must stay hidden.


Omar Solomon is the king of the comeback.

Ten years ago his career as a star athlete ended in injury and scandal.


He may have traded in his cleats for Gucci loafers, but he’s been as victorious in the boardroom as he was on the pitch.

He returns to London, wealthy, influential, and powerful beyond measure.

And he spends every weekend in the pub where I work.

A law student with a night job and a dark past,

I’m hardly the type of woman a man like him would notice.


Or so I thought.


When he offers me a no-strings-attached affair,

I forget all the reasons I should say no.

He’s straight out of my dreams—

with a body and a mouth made for sinning.


Our passion turns my gray existence into a vibrant, colorful life.

But it has an expiration date.


When his time in London is over, we will be, too.

And it will be for the best.

Because he can never find out who I really am.


But my Mastermind has set his sights on a new goal: me.

And this time he’s playing for keeps.



**Every 1,001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**


About Dylan Allen
Dylan Allen is a Texas girl with a serious case of wanderlust.
A self-proclaimed happily ever junkie, she loves creating stories where her characters chase their own happy endings.
When she isn’t writing or reading, eating or cooking, she and her family are planning their next adventure.

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Cover Reveal & Pre-Order: Hold Me Forever by Layla Hagen

Release Date: January 18

Hold Me Forever

As the hockey league’s star goalie, I live by three simple principles: 
1. Keep a pristine image.
2. Work hard on the ice.  
3. Stay out of relationships.

I was killing it until a mishap tarnished my image. Now, management has me cleaning up my reputation and coaching a bunch of kids. I'm hellbent on proving myself, but I can’t stop flirting with the volunteer coordinator. Kendra's defenses are up, but sometimes she lets them slip, and I like what I see.

Management’s directives are clear: "Kendra is off-limits." 
But like I said, I'm the goalie. I do the blocking. I won’t let anyone stand in my way.

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Meet Layla Hagen
Welcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. I write romantic stories and can't wait to share them with the world. And I drink coffee. Lots of it :-D

I am represented by Louise Fury (The Bent Agency)

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

New Release & Review: Willing Me Him by Kelly Gendron

 Release Date: November 9

Theo Nash makes women want to take him home to show off everything they've learned in the bedroom all in one night.

Our senior year, my twin brother was diagnosed with a rare bone disease.
Two years later, we lost him.
He left our little brother his skateboard collection. 
Mom got his cherished camera.
And me?
He left me his cocky, button-pushing, skirt-chasing best friend, THEO NASH
He not only left me, Theo.
He left instructions!
Take my brother's place as Theo's best friend for the next five years!
My time is almost up.
And I haven't fallen victim to his sexy little smiles or his not to be ignored eyes.
NOW
I just need to get through the weekend with him as my fake boyfriend...

✓ Friends to Lovers
✓ Best Friend's Sister
✓ Secrets
✓ Fake Boyfriend
✓ Steamy HEA
✓ Standalone

USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Kelly Gendron now brings you a Steamy, Friends to Lovers Standalone!

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My Review:
Willing Me HimWilling Me Him by Kelly Gendron
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For Jody, losing her twin brother Joey, is hard but suddenly being named Nash’s best friend, well, that might be her greatest challenge. Nash and Joey built a bond that was seamless but for Jody, she had to fight an attraction she had for Nash. But Nash didn’t have an issue keeping her in the friend zone. Nash loved the life he built with Joey. He was in need of a family and Joey gave him that by including as his best friend. But Jody was a tough one to figure out though he also felt he shouldn’t want a relationship with her since she is Joey’s sister. After Joey dies, he finds himself spending more time with Jody and appreciating who she truly is even though she keeps him in the friend zone. When Jody needs Nash to pretend to be her boyfriend, will this duo realize there is something more than friendship between them? I loved the struggle they both had about being in a relationship. They each had made assumptions about the other but when they finally got honest and trusted each other, that allowed them to finally see different possibilities. Throughout their story, Joey is a bright light that continues to guide them even after he is gone which is a wonderful ray of hope and love. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.


Meet Kelly Gendron


USA Today Bestselling Author Kelly Gendron writes Steamy, Contemporary, HEA Romances. 

In her books, you’ll find a variety of alphas, love stories with fast-moving plots, and a slow burn that will keep you turning the pages. 

Besides being a writer, she’s also a nurse. So she’s a firm believer in clean hands and dirty books!  


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