Mated for Christmas by Terry Spear White Wolf series #5. Paranormal wolf shifter holiday romance. Can be read as a stand-alone however extended family Mated for Christmas by Terry Spear White Wolf series #5. Paranormal wolf shifter holiday romance. Can be read as a stand-alone however extended family and pack members for the prior books celebrate the holidays together in this book. Arctic wolf shifters Sheri Whitmore and Slade White have been dating for several months, longer then pack members usually just date. This Christmas season they’ve both decided they want to make their future together and relationship permanent. They celebrate the holiday and their mating at a cabin retreat in the forests of Minnesota. They run into some unexpected trouble with a storm and a group of men caught by falling trees. Then another group clandestinely searching for something and this second group isn’t friendly. Then ….this secluded cabin is not as quiet as they expected. That’s ok. They get time together and that’s really all they wanted this year for the holiday.
Lots of holiday traditions, family and so much food you’ll end up craving your own holiday favorites. Includes a bit of police action and investigation since that’s just part of their world. Mostly a feel good holiday romance with Sheri, Slade and their pack families.
Christmas in Aspen by Anita Hughes Contemporary chic lit with romance. HFN. With the death of her mother, Caroline Holt is feeling a bit lost. She feeChristmas in Aspen by Anita Hughes Contemporary chic lit with romance. HFN. With the death of her mother, Caroline Holt is feeling a bit lost. She feels burned out at work and hasn’t found her usual joy in reading and working with authors. Her boss tells her she needs to step up or could lose the only job she’s ever wanted. Caroline heads up to the family cabin and finds an unsigned letter addressed to her mother from Santa’s Little Red Mailbox in Aspen, Colorado. The writer says they will meet her mother on New Year’s Eve at the mailbox. Caroline knew her mother was at a conference in Aspen but not that there had been anyone special. Not wanting the person to think her mother just didn’t show up at the designated time, Caroline decides to go to Aspen for the holiday and meet this person. But first she has to trace her mother’s steps to find out who and what may have had an impact on her mother in the last year of her life.
Caroline is feeling the loss of her mother deeply. Especially now that her younger sister is engaged. Caroline doesn’t do long term relationships. She’ll have short term flings but doesn’t ever give them too much personal information. She keeps her emotions to herself. She’s always thought that was the best way to keep from getting hurt or left to stay and take care of the home. But she’s feeling alone now and looking, questioning her decisions. Caroline immerses herself in Aspen and tracing her mother’s footsteps. She’s also found and is reading a series of letters that her mother kept from a famous female author that disappeared after only two books. Caroline’s sister thinks it is time for that Caroline to have a “real” relationship.
Self assessment, and mourning. Caroline has been on autopilot until now and the death has rattled her. She’s loved her life but is it going to fulfill her through the end? She makes a bet with her sister to take her currently flirting in Aspen with one man to the next level. To see if it can be real. I didn’t like the whole betting concept. It made it seem unimportant. But it does have Caroline changing some of her behaviors.
This book is categorized as romance and while that is included in this story, it’s a very small percentage of the whole. As cliche as it is, it’s a mid life crisis story brought on by loss. Caroline has lost her mother and her role model and she needs to decide if she’s content as is.
The Nightmare Before KissMas by Sara Raasch Royals and Romance series #1. Paranormal, fantasy magic M-M romance. Nicholas “Coal” Claus used to love ChrThe Nightmare Before KissMas by Sara Raasch Royals and Romance series #1. Paranormal, fantasy magic M-M romance. Nicholas “Coal” Claus used to love Christmas. It’s his heritage. Being forced to marry Iris, the Easter Princess, to cover up getting caught making out with a beautiful man has made Cole unsettled. Neither Cole nor Iris want the marriage and now Hex, the Prince of Halloween, challenges Coal in the fake marriage contract. Poor Iris. Hex doesn’t really want her either. He wants Cole. It’s a public relations nightmare. But Santa is holding the reins and it’s going to be up to the next generation to figure out the holiday mixing.
The Co-op by Tara DeWitt Contemporary romance. LaRynn Lavigne and Deacon Leeds has one short and contentious summer fling when they were teens. Now, a The Co-op by Tara DeWitt Contemporary romance. LaRynn Lavigne and Deacon Leeds has one short and contentious summer fling when they were teens. Now, a decade later, they are co-owners of a dilapidated Santa Cruz home that needs to be totally rebuilt before they can sell it. LaRynn has a trust fund that can help fund the rebuilding project but needs to be married to access it. Deacon has the construction expertise. They agree to get married to reconstruct the building, sell it and split the profits and walk away. But no walks, only one bathroom, and constant construction noise and dirt on top of two people that already don’t like each other can be a stressful process. They have no other choices. They have to make it work. And the sliver of attraction they each feel will just have to be put aside.
I avoid arguments and conflicts at all costs. They are too stressful for me. This couple does nothing but argue and undermine each other. At least until they give in to the chemistry still sizzling in the background. I didn’t connect with LaRynn at all. She does and says some really nasty things. Some excusable, at least one unforgivable. My opinion. The chemistry pulls them together and settles things down. The rebuild is completed and they have to confront their own feelings and future. Can their marriage work?
I’ve loved this author’s work in the past. I will look for new books in the future from her, but the arguments in this story were too mean for me.
Terror by Moonlight by Hank Edwards Critter Catchers series #1. Horror, M-M romance. Cody Bower and Demetrius Singleton have been friends for twenty thTerror by Moonlight by Hank Edwards Critter Catchers series #1. Horror, M-M romance. Cody Bower and Demetrius Singleton have been friends for twenty three years. They are opposites in many things but they’ve paired together and created a business called Animal Control with Heart. Their very first call is to get a raccoon out of a house but as they sit in a mock blind in a tree, their client and the raccoon is killed. Detective Lori believes they didn’t kill their client, but she does believe they know more than they believe. All evidence points to a wolf. A big one. Parson’s Hollow will never be the same.
Parson’s Hollow, Parson’s Pines, Parson’s Police Station, Parson’s Hollow Herald, Parson’s Creek, Parson’s Woods, and Hollow Leg for the bar. Kinda funny.
As the police investigation continues, Cody and Demmy talk with family and friends and and realize their business model is exactly what’s needed to save the town from the crazed wolf that is stalking and killing the local residents. They also realize there relationship may be more than just friends. The beginning of the Critter Catchers business reveals there is a dark side to their small town. It will be interesting to see where this series goes. Clearly the relationship, but I’m curious to see what the next creature will be....more
Dead Man’s Hand by Stacey Rourke The Journals of Octavia Hollows series #2. Paranormal cozy mystery. Best read in series order. Octavia Hollows is a neDead Man’s Hand by Stacey Rourke The Journals of Octavia Hollows series #2. Paranormal cozy mystery. Best read in series order. Octavia Hollows is a necromancer on call. With the touch of her hand, she can restore life. When the man she loved died and she was t able to save him, she decided to retrace the path for answers. In Las Vegas, Nevada, Octavia visits her old boss to ask if anyone came around asking questions about her. She also finds a charred body with a huge stack of cash. Thinking someone that won that much money would be happy to seek Justice for his death, Octavia brings the corpse to life but finds out the man is an addict and doesn’t gamble. Octavia finds herself fighting a malevolent entity with the witches still warning her about her life powers.
More snark, more evil, more pet pig distractions. Is she learning anything yet that can help her get answers? Crazy hilarity with monsters. ...more
Wake the Dead by Stacey Rourke The Journals of Octavia Hollows series #1. Paranormal cozy mystery novella. Urban fantasy Octavia Hollows is a necromancWake the Dead by Stacey Rourke The Journals of Octavia Hollows series #1. Paranormal cozy mystery novella. Urban fantasy Octavia Hollows is a necromancer on call. With the touch of her hand, she can restore life. When the man she loved died and she was t able to save him, she decided to retrace the path for answers. In Seattle, Washington a neonatal nurse is dead and her young patient is aging at an alarming rate. Octavia brings the nurse back to life, hoping to find the otherworld answers for the family. As Octavia uses her powers, her prior witch coven comes to remind her of the magic rules.
Off the wall crazy cozy. Octavia is chasing down paranormal horror monsters using her necromancer powers to help get answers. While traveling around on her motorcycle with her pet pig. The snarky humor is over the top. In this first story, the nurse that’s brought back to life naked in the morgue thinks it’s just another after party with her sometime hookup mortician. Octavia and the nurse trade quips and insults and go to fight the problem. Octavia’s reanimated corpses are fully alive and cognizant but their time is still limited to the case. What’s the story with the pig? Hoping we find out in one of the upcoming stories.
Hilarious monster fighting and addictive storytelling....more
The Merriest Misters by Timothy Janovsky Holiday diverse M-M paranormal romance. Dual POV. Patrick Hargrave and Quinn Muller have been married for lessThe Merriest Misters by Timothy Janovsky Holiday diverse M-M paranormal romance. Dual POV. Patrick Hargrave and Quinn Muller have been married for less than a year and with a cumbersome mortgage and jobs neither are fully happy with, their relationship is suffering. Their lives are Interrupted when Patrick knocks out Santa with a frying pan and has to step into the role to save Christmas. They agree to stay at the North Pole for a year and become busy with making the toys and all the tasks needed for the job. Their relationship doesn’t take thrive which puts the magic in jeopardy. Will Christmas survive? Will they?
I’ll be Waiting by Kelley Armstrong Supernatural horror. Nicole Laughton never expected to live long enough to love someone, but now she’s a widow. NeI’ll be Waiting by Kelley Armstrong Supernatural horror. Nicole Laughton never expected to live long enough to love someone, but now she’s a widow. News of the auto accident and photos of a supposed ghost, makes his death into a public interest nightmare for Nicole by psychics and spiritualists. Nicole is now using her skepticism to expose the fakes. In hopes of closure, family and friends find a reputable medium and they rent the Toronto Lake Erie beach house that Anton’s family once owned. The goal is three sessions but unusual things start happening almost immediately. Locked doors mysteriously open, a neighbor is missing, clouds of insects engulf the house, footsteps overhead, and the creak of an old dumbwaiter from an empty shaft. And then a body is found.
Wished by Sarah Ready Ghosted series #4. Paranormal romance. Can be read as a stand-alone. Anna Benoit fell in love at first sight. She’s always been Wished by Sarah Ready Ghosted series #4. Paranormal romance. Can be read as a stand-alone. Anna Benoit fell in love at first sight. She’s always been a romantic and believes in helping others and being honest. Although she’s never really talked to Max Barone, she’s been cleaning his huge chateau for seven years and knows his nighttime beverage and book choices, knows his preferred tv shows, and lots of other minute details. When Anna finds a Genie type of “wishing” message on a necklace one day in Max’s home, she can’t help making a wish to be married to Max. She immediately takes it back, feeling guilty for pulling him into her fantasy. And then wakes up in his bed with everyone calling her Mrs Baron. Happy ending? No, it’s not that easy.
Saving Sienna by Katie Reus 3rd book in the MacArthur Family series. Romantic suspense. Can be read as a stand-alone. Sienna is a Private Investigator.Saving Sienna by Katie Reus 3rd book in the MacArthur Family series. Romantic suspense. Can be read as a stand-alone. Sienna is a Private Investigator. She prefers to help and work for the underdog and often takes photos of cheating spouses. When her home is broken into and a client connection ends up dead, she calls on Detective Carson Irish to help hide and figure out why she’s now a target. Carson promises to help and decides he also needs her back in his bed. Their wedding date hookup wasn’t enough for him.
Sexy, steamy and suspenseful, this book moves fast . It’s my favorite of the series because you can feel the heat between these two. More, he is respectful of her job and we know his feelings for her run deep. Irresistible.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy to share.
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Saving Sienna by Katie Reus 3rd book in the MacArthur Family series. Romantic suspense. Can be read as a stand-alone. Sienna is a Private Investigator. She prefers to help and work for the underdog and often takes photos of cheating spouses. When her home is broken into and a client connection ends up dead, she calls on Detective Carson Irish to help hide and figure out why she’s now a target. Carson promises to help and decides he also needs her back in his bed. Their wedding date hookup wasn’t enough for him.
Sexy, steamy and suspenseful, this book moves fast . It’s my favorite of the series because you can feel the heat between these two. More, he is respectful of her job and we know his feelings for her run deep. Irresistible.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy to share....more
Deja Brew by Celestine Martin Elemental Love series #3. Witchy diverse paranormal romance. Alternating POV. Can be read as a stand-alone. Sirena CarawaDeja Brew by Celestine Martin Elemental Love series #3. Witchy diverse paranormal romance. Alternating POV. Can be read as a stand-alone. Sirena Caraway is feeling lost. Her life isn’t working out and things keep getting messed up. She makes a wish for a second chance and wakes up the next morning starting the month over again. Gus Dearworth is a former reality star. He does not want to return to the spotlight. When his secret crush, Sirena Caraway, needs a little help, he’s more than willing to help.
Tessa’s Trust by Rebecca Zanetti The Anna Albertini Files series #5. Romantic suspense or romance as a murder mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone butTessa’s Trust by Rebecca Zanetti The Anna Albertini Files series #5. Romantic suspense or romance as a murder mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone but don’t miss the other books. Strong female lead. Tessa’s dream is coming true: she’s bought her first restaurant. Of course there are a few stipulations such as dating the previous owners three nephews within the first week but Tessa has it under control. Until a dead body turns up in the basement and Tessa may be a suspect. A second copy of the deed, a claim on the property and the missing seller, all has Tessa working with Nick and her extended family to clear up all the problems.
Romantic suspense with a bit of comedy and ultimately swooning at the hotness, this novel is a not-to-miss diversion.
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Tessa’s Trust by Rebecca Zanetti The Anna Albertini Files series #5. Romantic suspense or romance as a murder mystery. Can be read as a stand-alone but don’t miss the other books. Strong female lead. Tessa’s dream is coming true: she’s bought her first restaurant. Of course there are a few stipulations such as dating the previous owners three nephews within the first week but Tessa has it under control. Until a dead body turns up in the basement and Tessa may be a suspect. A second copy of the deed, a claim on the property and the missing seller, all has Tessa working with Nick and her extended family to clear up all the problems.
Romantic suspense with a bit of comedy and ultimately swooning at the hotness, this novel is a not-to-miss diversion....more
A Real Cowboy Always Trusts His Heart by Stephanie Rowe
Oh so any sentimental tears! I love a story that can move me so much. Heartstrings galore. MostA Real Cowboy Always Trusts His Heart by Stephanie Rowe
Oh so any sentimental tears! I love a story that can move me so much. Heartstrings galore. Mostly on the sweet and happy side.
Contemporary former bad boy turned family man romance. Dripping with emotion. 7th book in the Wyoming Rebel series. Can be read as a standalone.
They wanted only to protect her so pushed her away and out of town to college. Instead of feeling protected, she felt abandoned and alone. This cowboy is smart. Ryder. He opens up to her. Explains his feelings and reasoning. And pleads with her to rethink her experience from a different viewpoint. Stupid brother needed shaking to wake up even though he already found love and acceptance. Backslide there.
Love, love, love this family of wounded protector men turned into amazing beautiful people. I’m grateful the author didn’t push this storyline just to get it completed. It was worth the wait.
Excerpt: “Ryder inhaled at the sound of her voice, and something deep inside him vibrated, almost violently. He'd missed her. Hell, he'd missed her so much that his chest actually hurt. Travis pushed Chase aside to embrace her. Then Maddox. His brothers encircled her, welcoming her, asking her about her trip, when she'd arrived, where she was staying. He didn't move. His feet were stuck to the floor, his legs frozen as he listened to her talk, letting the sound of her voice wash over him. He'd forgotten what her voice felt like, how deeply it touched him, how much he'd yearned to hear it.” Excerpt From A Real Cowboy Always Trusts His Heart by Stephanie Rowe
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A Real Cowboy Always Trusts His Heart by Stephanie Rowe
Oh so any sentimental tears! I love a story that can move me so much. Heartstrings galore. Mostly on the sweet and happy side.
Contemporary former bad boy turned family man romance. Dripping with emotion. 7th book in the Wyoming Rebel series. Can be read as a standalone.
They wanted only to protect her so pushed her away and out of town to college. Instead of feeling protected, she felt abandoned and alone. This cowboy is smart. Ryder. He opens up to her. Explains his feelings and reasoning. And pleads with her to rethink her experience from a different viewpoint. Stupid brother needed shaking to wake up even though he already found love and acceptance. Backslide there.
Love, love, love this family of wounded protector men turned into amazing beautiful people. I’m grateful the author didn’t push this storyline just to get it completed. It was worth the wait.
Excerpt: “Ryder inhaled at the sound of her voice, and something deep inside him vibrated, almost violently. He'd missed her. Hell, he'd missed her so much that his chest actually hurt. Travis pushed Chase aside to embrace her. Then Maddox. His brothers encircled her, welcoming her, asking her about her trip, when she'd arrived, where she was staying. He didn't move. His feet were stuck to the floor, his legs frozen as he listened to her talk, letting the sound of her voice wash over him. He'd forgotten what her voice felt like, how deeply it touched him, how much he'd yearned to hear it.” Excerpt From A Real Cowboy Always Trusts His Heart by Stephanie Rowe...more
The Rebel Cowboy’s Baby by Sasha Summers Harlequin Heartwarming clean romance. 1st book in the Cowboys of Garrison, Texas. Audy and Brooke have never beThe Rebel Cowboy’s Baby by Sasha Summers Harlequin Heartwarming clean romance. 1st book in the Cowboys of Garrison, Texas. Audy and Brooke have never been friends but they manage to tolerate each other for their best friends. An accident has made Audy and Brooke guardians of baby Joy. They must set aside their issues and be the best co-parents they can be.
Sweet and charming. Some sad tears in the beginning but tender joy by the end.
Audy is an adult but seems to have little responsibility. It really took awhile for me to warm up to him. It’s his caring and protectiveness of Joy that finally won me over. Of course, the baby is absolutely adorable in this story.
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The Rebel Cowboy’s Baby by Sasha Summers Harlequin Heartwarming clean romance. 1st book in the Cowboys of Garrison, Texas. Audy and Brooke have never been friends but they manage to tolerate each other for their best friends. An accident has made Audy and Brooke guardians of baby Joy. They must set aside their issues and be the best co-parents they can be.
Sweet and charming. Some sad tears in the beginning but tender joy by the end.
Audy is an adult but seems to have little responsibility. It really took awhile for me to warm up to him. It’s his caring and protectiveness of Joy that finally won me over. Of course, the baby is absolutely adorable in this story....more
A beautifully written contemporary romance that made me cry several times. Happy, emotional tears. 5th Book Ruff Around the Edges by Roxanne St Claire
A beautifully written contemporary romance that made me cry several times. Happy, emotional tears. 5th Book in the Dogfather series. Can be read as a standalone. The town of Better Bark is dog friendly. What a great concept. And it’s no surprise that the one business that doesn’t allow pets is struggling. And knowing the history of the dog rescues, I knew there would be more to Ruff than just a big goofball. G rated. At least in terms of the physical. The emotional elements? Have the Kleenex ready. I loved the hero. An honorable gentleman relearning his family and life purpose. His emotional reactions whenever he sees Beck are endearing.
Excerpt: “She lifted her chin and looked at him, probably unaware that at that very moment, he could see the resemblance to her brother as strongly as ever. It was something in the color of her eyes. More than the color. The spark. In Charlie, it had been fun and warm and a precursor to something that would make Aidan crack up. In her, it was pretty and feminine and a precursor to something that made him want to find out what it would feel like to kiss her. A lot. Often. And for a really long time.” Excerpt From Ruff Around the Edges by Roxanne St. Claire This material may be protected by copyright.
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Ruff Around the Edges by Roxanne St Claire
A beautifully written contemporary romance that made me cry several times. Happy, emotional tears. 5th Book in the Dogfather series. Can be read as a standalone. The town of Better Bark is dog friendly. What a great concept. And it’s no surprise that the one business that doesn’t allow pets is struggling. And knowing the history of the dog rescues, I knew there would be more to Ruff than just a big goofball. G rated. At least in terms of the physical. The emotional elements? Have the Kleenex ready. I loved the hero. An honorable gentleman relearning his family and life purpose. His emotional reactions whenever he sees Beck are endearing.
Excerpt: “She lifted her chin and looked at him, probably unaware that at that very moment, he could see the resemblance to her brother as strongly as ever. It was something in the color of her eyes. More than the color. The spark. In Charlie, it had been fun and warm and a precursor to something that would make Aidan crack up. In her, it was pretty and feminine and a precursor to something that made him want to find out what it would feel like to kiss her. A lot. Often. And for a really long time.” Excerpt From Ruff Around the Edges by Roxanne St. Claire This material may be protected by copyright....more
6th book in the Redemption Harbor series. Romantic suspense. This is Leighton’s story. Not really best as a standalone, altCovert Games by Katie Reus
6th book in the Redemption Harbor series. Romantic suspense. This is Leighton’s story. Not really best as a standalone, although it could be, because almost all the characters from the previous books are part of this rescue mission.
I love the writing style of this author. The action is fast, the characters have depth including secondary ones, and the sex and relationship building is hot and steamy. You’ll never forget in this series, that Leighton is the one with the sad eyes. Gallantry and dry humor abound. Fair warning: lots of swearing.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy for sharing.
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Covert Games by Katie Reus
6th book in the Redemption Harbor series. Romantic suspense. This is Leighton’s story. Not really best as a standalone, although it could be, because almost all the characters from the previous books are part of this rescue mission.
I love the writing style of this author. The action is fast, the characters have depth including secondary ones, and the sex and relationship building is hot and steamy. You’ll never forget in this series, that Leighton is the one with the sad eyes. Gallantry and dry humor abound. Fair warning: lots of swearing.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy for sharing....more
The Rancher’s Forever Family by Sasha Summers Harlequin Special Edition contemporary romance. Lizzie Vega is hoping a trained K-9 will help with her PTThe Rancher’s Forever Family by Sasha Summers Harlequin Special Edition contemporary romance. Lizzie Vega is hoping a trained K-9 will help with her PTSD but a storm on the way to pickup Sierra has her nerves raw and jumpy. Hayden Mitchell realizes that the woman in the parking lot needs a bit of help but he really wants Sierra to find a forever home. Getting stuck at his ranch because of washed out roads will give them all time to connect and assess.
The adorable toddle steals every scene. And if not the child, then certainly the emotional support dogs Sierra and Charley. I couldn’t imagine going through the trauma that was in Lizzie’s past but I’m glad to know that the K-9 programs are real and available to help. The story was romantic and sweet and everything you want in a happily ever after. I look forward to reading more by this author.
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The Rancher’s Forever Family by Sasha Summers Harlequin Special Edition contemporary romance. Lizzie Vega is hoping a trained K-9 will help with her PTSD but a storm on the way to pickup Sierra has her nerves raw and jumpy. Hayden Mitchell realizes that the woman in the parking lot needs a bit of help but he really wants Sierra to find a forever home. Getting stuck at his ranch because of washed out roads will give them all time to connect and assess.
The adorable toddle steals every scene. And if not the child, then certainly the emotional support dogs Sierra and Charley. I couldn’t imagine going through the trauma that was in Lizzie’s past but I’m glad to know that the K-9 programs are real and available to help. The story was romantic and sweet and everything you want in a happily ever after. I look forward to reading more by this author....more
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