The Best For Last (Whispering Bay romance, #4)
by Maria Geraci

My Review
What a sweet wonderful read about a small town who knows every ones business as they get right in the middle making it their business. You will find love, laughter, some hot passion, romance that will melt your heart along with wonderful characters that knows everyone and everything in this delightful town.

Steve just stole my heart with his wonderful sweet ways. He has been dating Kitty for almost a year. He has three marriages behind him and sure isn't looking for a fourth, three stripes and you are out. He is perfectly happy with things the way they are living with his dream girl. The town doesn't see it this way as they put their nose in the middle. He doesn't understand why everyone is treating him different. If that isn't enough the ex has to put her two cents into the mix which has him spinning out of control. The pressure is on and he sure doesn't want to mess up but looks like he can't keep his foot out of his mouth. Things aren't looking good for him. He is about to lose the best women he has ever had if he doesn't move fast and fix the mess he has made.

Kitty is just a sweet down to earth girl that everyone loves that is everyone but Steve. He has never said the words even with months behind them she is torn. She wants a family, children and a loving husband to grow old with. Everything is going along great until the town sticks their noses in to her love life. To top that off her father is about to say I do which leaves her wondering about the man she loves and what is wrong with her. If that isn't bad enough now Steve is acting strange. Is this the end for them?

I loved these characters they kept me chuckling as they drive poor Kitty nuts. Steve is left wondering if aliens have taken over their body. Betty Jean is a trip that will keep you laughing. This book is full of wonderful delightful characters that you will come to love. I had to laugh at Steve a time or two at the mess he makes and tries so hard to get out of. He does make a stand at the end which will melt your heart. I don't think I would have wanted it to go that way if I was Kitty but men are men and love to make fools out of themselves. This is a 5 star read that will keep you flipping those pages to see the mess these people make as you laugh your way through this lovely sweet read.

This is the first book I have read by this author it sure will not be the last. I love her style of writing and her sense of humor. I now want to go back and read the other books in this series to get to know more about this town and its lovely characters. I recommend you take the time to give this wonderful short read a try. I think you will find it as delightful as I have. 


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Book Description
Welcome back to a world where smart heroines and hot heroes collide in the picturesque beach town of Whispering Bay!


Kitty Burke’s biological clock isn’t just ticking, it’s gonging. But who wants to be tied down by marriage and a minivan when you have an amazingly sexy boyfriend who worships the ground you walk on? Sure, Steve has never said those three magic words. But, Kitty knows he loves her. Some guys just have a hard time expressing their feelings, right? Right.

After three failed marriages, Steve Pappas is in no hurry to walk down the aisle a fourth time. As a matter of fact, he has no desire to ever say “I do” again. He’s a successful self-made millionaire, but despite the best of intentions, marriage is one arena he’s been unable to conquer. Kitty is funny, sexy, and whip smart—everything Steve has ever wanted in a woman and more. Their life is perfect the way it is now. So why rock the boat and ruin everything with a piece of paper that doesn’t mean anything?

When Kitty’s aging playboy father unexpectedly decides to tie the knot, Kitty realizes she’s been fooling herself. She does want it all—marriage, kids, but most especially, a man who isn’t afraid to openly declare his feelings. Can she convince her commitment-phobic boyfriend to take the ultimate chance? Or will she be forced to settle for Happy For Now instead of Happily Ever After?

About the Author

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Maria Geraci writes contemporary romance and women's fiction with a happy ending. The Portland Book Review called her novel, The Boyfriend of the Month Club, "immensely sexy, immensely satisfying and humorous." Her fourth novel, A Girl Like You, was nominated for Romance Writers of America's prestigious RITA ® award.

Her current addictions include watching the STARZ adaption of OUTLANDER to drool over Sam Heughan, hitting the beach on the weekends, and searching for the perfect key lime pie recipe (but not the kind they served on Dexter).

When You Return to Me: A Broslin Creek short story (Broslin Creek #6.5)
by Dana Marton

My Review
One solider who went away to war and never returned. One girl who never gave up and will go to her grave loving her soldier. This is a very touching heartwarming read that will not only make you a believer in romance but in miracles. I love the whole Broslin Creek series with this new short but sweet addition is just another wonderful story to add to this series. It is sure to touch your heart and bring a smile to your face. It proves that love never dies even after so many years.

Ms. Marton never lets you down when it comes to excitement. love and romance. She gives you a touching read that stays with you. This might be short and sweet but it holds a powerful message of love and lost. A war, years, time or death cannot kill the love between these two characters. I love the fact that the author touched on some of the things that had happen in her other books. She leaves nothing out and no guessing as to what is happening. Just a wonderful touching fun read. 

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New York Times bestselling author Dana Marton writes about smart, strong women and the alpha heroes they love, especially when those heroes are cops and military men. Luckily, her secret research source is always close by--her husband has served in the US Army, has been an EMT, and a fireman, a hunter, a trapper, and a number of other things he won't admit to in public.

Dana's small-town romantic suspense series set in Broslin Creek is based on her real life home in Pennsylvania, and has over one thousand positive reviews. Book one in the series, DEATHWATCH, is currently free.

She also writes an international romantic thriller series full of intrigue, danger and exotic locales, based on the investigators of the Civilian Personnel Recovery Unit. FORCED DISAPPEARANCE and FLASH FIRE (A Navy SEAL Romance) are the first two books in this series.

Kirkus Reviews calls her writing "compelling and honest." RT Book Review Magazine said, "Marton knows what makes a hero...her characters are sure to become reader favorites." Her writing has been acclaimed by critics, called, "gripping," "intense and chilling," "full of action," "a thrilling adventure," and wholeheartedly recommended to readers. Dana is the winner of the Daphne du Maurier Award of Excellence, the Readers' Choice Award, and Best Intrigue, among other awards. Her book, TALL, DARK, AND LETHAL was nominated for the prestigious Rita Award. DEATHSCAPE reached the #1 spot on Amazon's Romantic Suspense Bestseller list.

Beyond being a bestselling author of romantic suspense thrillers, Dana also writes a popular fantasy romance series, Hardstorm Saga. Book 1, RELUCTANT CONCUBINE, spent 6 weeks at #1 on Amazon's fantasy romance list.

When not writing, Dana loves to browse antique shops and enjoys working in her flower garden, while fighting her addictions to reading, garage sales, coffee and chocolate. If you know a good twelve-step program to help her with any of that, she'd be interested in hearing about it!

Keeping in touch with readers is Dana's favorite part of being an author. Please connect with her via her web site (www.danamarton.com) or her Facebook page (www.facebook.com/danamarton).

Let Me Go (Owned #2)

by Mary Catherine Gebhard

My Review

Book starts out a little slow but does pick up. It is a cute read with lots of heartache. It has a lot of drama that each character has to overcome. You are left wondering about the characters and their issues even when you have finished the book. The author leaves you with tons of things to think about and builds up for the next book in the series.

I am not much for this type of drama but is was an okay read.

 

This book has not been released yet

 

Book Description

 

COMING DECEMBER 2015

I see something in Eli that he can’t see himself.
He’s brilliant.
He’s compassionate.
And I’d be nothing if it weren’t for him,
so I have to let him go.
It’s for his own good.

Eli sees something in Grace that she can’t see herself.
She’s resilient.
She’s a extraordinary.
And he’d be nothing without her.
Eli’s determined to get her back.
It’s for his own good.

Told in the past and present, Let Me Go is the harrowing love story of Grace Wall and Eli Jackson. Beaten and bruised but never knocked down, Eli and Grace are faced with the question: What must you lose to have it all?

Let Me Go is book two in the OWN series but can be read as a stand alone. Warning: Contains graphic violence and sex. This book may be a trigger as it contains abuse themes.

Falling Hard (Falling Fast #2)
by Tina Wainscott

My Review

This was a slow start for me but once it took off it took off and I couldn't put the book down. The author gives a powerful story of never giving up and always going for what you want. Life is to short you need to fight for what is important as Pax did he was a true man of honor even when he may lose his family he believed the fight was worth it and give his all. No means No, no matter when, where or what it is NO. The author gives a wonderful heart breaking story of misunderstanding, angry, one man taking something he shouldn't have, peer pressure along with family pressure. We all make bad choices that change our lives sometimes we can make them right but you can never outrun them.  Gemma had to come home to face those choices she made years ago that set a whole town against her. As she faces them she must also face the one man that held her attention through it all the bad boy along with his brother who raped her. As the author said sometimes faith has a mind of her own.

Pax is a stand up guy who is honorable he might have been the bad boy in school. He was just trying to fit in and find his way with a family he could never do anything right for. One day he gave up and did things his way. When Gemma returns to town he is taken back by the attraction they still have. He is pulled in two different directions and not sure which one is the right one. Once he puts all the pieces together he is in for a fight of his life to keep the women he loves, the sister he adores and to try to find peace with his family. It is up to him to set a wrong right which he will do if it is the last thing he does. In doing so he might lose the girl along with his family...

For Gemma the hardest thing is facing ones mistakes and past. All the whispers, the name calling, the hate talk, it is hard but she will make a stand for her father. The hardest part is having to face her attacker knowing he got away with rape. She must find a way to deal with it, help her father and face the man who held her heart way back when and then get the heck out of there before more damage can be done to her. Gemma story is a very touching read, she must learn to trust, love and be held when it is the last things she wants.

I found this to be a very powerful read with so many losers in the game of life. Gemma doesn't trust anyone, she has no friends, she doesn't fit anywhere. She doesn't believe in herself and like so many women before her dresses down in big bag clothes not to draw attention to her. The attraction is as strong as it was the day they met now both Gemma and Pax will have to fight it, or give in. The author gives you a story inside a story about his little sister and how they deal with her issues. A very wonderful girl who everyone but Pax doesn't want to let her grow up. I won't tell you more or it will give it away. This was really a very touching read in more than one way. It is a story that will stick with me long after I have put the book down. It is a story I will reread again.  It is a wonderful story of second chances but is so much more. It is about bravery, taking a stand, getting your life back and fighting the fight of truth. It is truly a wonderful romance of starting over and overcoming your past.

Ms. Wainscott tells a wonderful story that will break your heart and you keep hoping they take down one man and hopefully his father. There are many secretes that have been hidden over the years along with a few new ones. This is an author you will want to come to know who will pull you in and take you way. When you close this book you will leave with a smile on your face leaving characters you wish you knew better. I really enjoyed this story and I hope you will to.

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In bestselling author Tina Wainscott’s gritty, emotional small-town romance—perfect for fans of Jasinda Wilder and Colleen Hoover—passions run high as a reformed bad boy reconnects with an old enemy . . . and gets her engine revving.

There’s no one Pax Sullivan wants to run into less than Gemma Thornton. Back in high school, she revved his heart more than street racing. But she picked his clean-cut brother over him—only to accuse Blake of an unforgivable crime. Eventually the charges were dropped and Gemma left town, but the hard feelings lingered . . . along with Pax’s gnawing “what-ifs.” Seven years later, just as he quits the police force to open a racetrack, Gemma’s back—and their chemistry is more combustible than ever.

If it were up to her, Gemma would never lay eyes on another Sullivan. She hates them, and they hate her—even Pax, who just so happens to be fixing up her father’s B&B. But the more time she spends with the lean, hard-bodied ex-cop at the inn and on the track, the more Gemma sees that Pax is nothing like his brother. Despite their anguished history, she’s tempted to take their relationship into high gear . . . if she can face the past and risk her heart.

About the Author

Tina Wainscott has always loved the combination of suspenseful chills and romantic thrills.

FALLING FAST, the first of a contemporary romance series, is all about the romance. Out June 16, 2015, it's about a second chance at first love, and how a summer fling can mean so much more. FALLING HARD debuts in December, 2015.

She's published seventeen romantic and suspense novels, as well as twelve paranormal romances as Jaime Rush.

For hot romantic suspense, check out The Justiss Alliance, her series about five Navy SEALs who take the fall for a covert mission gone wrong and join The Justiss Alliance, a private agency that exacts justice outside the law. Tina kicks off this series from Random House with an e-short intro, WILD HEARTS, then full-length books: WILD ON YOU, WILD WAYS, and WILD NIGHTS.

As Jaime Rush, she is the author of the Hidden series, featuring humans with the essence of dragons, angels, and magic, and the award-winning Offspring series, about psychic abilities and government conspiracies.

For contests, sneak peeks and more, visit www.TinaWainscott.com. For more on her paranormal romances, go to www.JaimeRush.com.

Under a Falling Star (Prairie Hearts #4)
by Caroline Fyffe

My Reveiw

This is part of the Prairie Hearts series but can be read as a standalone. I have not read the others in this series and did not feel lost at all. I found this to be a wonderful sweet read full of adventure, love, betrayal, renewing, outlaws, train wreck, a love triangle, and $1 million. All the things you need in a fun, exciting clean read filled with hope, desire and passion. Ms. Fyffe gives you a compelling story that pulls you in and takes you away to another place and time where she gives you a thrill of a train wreck and those who might be after the money. She keeps you guess as to who and why along with who one little lady will pick. She gives you interesting characters that feel like family as she takes you on an adventure not only of new love but of people with a past who have things to hide. Secrets kept until it is to late and the fall out that comes with it. You have two men after one women's heart, one from the past, one from the here and now both hoping to be her future.

 Susanna has outrun you past but it is about to catch up with her. A few years ago she started over in a new town that she loves. With a hurtful past she isn't letting any man close even the sheriff who she loves she is keeping at arms link. Growing up the way she did has given her a fear of love and the men who use the word. None can be trusted or can they she hopes to find true love but isn't holding out for it. When her past comes to haunt from a man from her past she finds herself in a love triangle. One man has hidden things from her for years, the other was always kind even in trying times. Will she pick one or tell the both to go find greener pastures?

Albert is keeping the town safe, wears his badge proud and is so in love with Susanna he is having a hard time keeping it as friends. He has a past full of heartbreak, love and betrayal. He knows before he can move forward he must come clean but every time he tries to Susanna will not let him finish. Before he can tell her what he is hiding his past comes back to haunt him leaving him short one love and a few surprises. With one train wreck he finds the whole town in danger along with the danger of losing the one woman he could ever love.

Ms. Fyffe gives you a wonderful believable story with wonderful characters along with an outstanding plot that keeps you guessing almost until the end. I thought I knew what was coming I saw the writing on the wall only to find out she twisted it full of surprises that kept me turning the pages. There isn't a character that I didn't like each have wonderful qualities and very likable. This was a story I had trouble putting down as these characters weave a place in your heart you are not sure who to cheer for. Knowing only one man can winner her heart as your heart breaks for the loser. Both men are very likable, caring men who built their life on honor. It does seem they might not be as honest as they would like us to believe. Come take a journey back in time to 1833 where there are outlaws, trains and love. Ms. Fyffe is one of my go to authors I know she will always have a wonderful sweet read for me filled with exciting tales of love, the past, as she spins a compelling story of broken hearts looking for the perfect match.




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Book Description
Two sweethearts find their new love put to the test in Book Four of USA Today bestselling author Caroline Fyffe's Prairie Hearts series.

Wyoming Territory, April 1883

After a disastrous marriage, Sheriff Albert Preston never expects to fall in love again…until a feisty, take-charge young woman sneaks past his defenses. Now, he’d like nothing more than to make Susanna Robinson his wife. But when a train crashes just outside of town, the secrets it carries threaten to derail his plans for a happy future.

Susanna Robinson adores everything about her new hometown of Logan Meadows. She loves her job at the café, the beauty of the night sky over Wyoming, and the handsome lawman by her side. But after learning a hard lesson about fickle hearts from her mother’s bad example, she doubts she can commit to Albert. And when Albert’s shocking secret comes to light, all her fears are confirmed. Will his steadfast, tender heart and gallant ways be enough to rebuild her trust in him?

About the Author

USA Today Bestselling Author Caroline Fyffe was born in Waco, Texas, the first of many towns she would call home during her father's career with the US Air Force. A horse aficionado from an early age, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in communications from California State University-Chico before launching what would become a twenty-year career as an equine photographer. She began writing fiction to pass the time during long days in the show arena, channeling her love of horses and the Old West into a series of Western historicals. Her debut novel, Where the Wind Blows, won the Romance Writers of America's prestigious Golden Heart Award as well as the Wisconsin RWA's Write Touch Readers' Award. She and her husband have two grown sons and live in the Pacific Northwest.

Visit Caroline at www.carolinefyffe.com
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Write to her at caroline@carolinefyffe.com. She loves hearing from readers!

The Ballad of Rosamunde: The Jewels of Kinfairlie, Book 4

    Written by: Claire Delacroix
    Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
    Length: 1 hr and 35 mins
        Series: The Jewels of Kinfairlie, Book 4
    Unabridged Audiobook

My Review

The was a good story for a short story I would have liked to have seen more. It was nice to see the main characters get their HAE I enjoyed it but was lacking something. I can't put my finger on it. It might have been that I would have liked a longer story this was kind of short sweet and to the point. On stories this short there isn't to much you can say without giving the book away. Pick it up and give it a try it gives you some insight you might not have gotten. I give this a 3.5. I didn't care for it as much as I did the first one I read but it was a nice stead read.

The narrator does a great job her voice is smooth and full of emotion. There are no breaks that you can tell. She does a great job on the different character voices. I enjoyed listening to her very much. There is no background noise just a sweet accent that I thought was adorable.

The author does give you great characters that you can relate to. There is a lot of emotion that pulls at you. I say pick it up an give it a try and see what you think.




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Book Description
A pirate queen trapped in the realm of Faerie, Rosamunde can be freed only by true love. The man she loved is lost to her forever, so she believes herself doomed. Padraig, long in love with Rosamunde, believes his life worthless since she disappeared. When he hears of her capture by the fey, he is determined to set her free, but can Rosamunde put the past behind her and learn to love anew?

This short story was previously published in the anthology The Mammoth Book of Irish Romance but appeared edited due to space constraints. This version contains the whole story. Rosamunde is a secondary character who appeared in The Jewels of Kinfairlie trilogy.

About the Author

NYT bestselling author Claire Delacroix always loved stories, both telling them and hearing them. She sold her first romance novel - THE ROMANCE OF THE ROSE - in 1992 and has published over fifty romance novels since. She writes in a variety of subgenres, including time travel romance, historical romance, medieval romance, fantasy romance and fantasy with romantic elements. She has also written under the names Claire Cross and Deborah Cooke. She makes her home with her family, a number of incomplete knitting projects and a lot of overgrown houseplants. Claire loves to travel, to cook, to ride her bike and to read.

Claire is currently writing The Champions of Saint Euphemia series of medieval romances. She also writes paranormal and contemporary romance as Deborah Cooke.

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Written by: Kayla Dawn Thomas
Narrated by: Rayna Cole
Length: 6 hrs and 41 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:07-10-15
Publisher: Kayla Dawn Thomas

My Review
This was an ok listen nothing that really grabbed me. I really didn't care for the sleeping around and drinking with a student. That was a turn off for me yes he was in college but still you just do not do that. The book has some good points but for me the author just didn't draw me in. The narrator I didn't care for at all I didn't like her voice it wasn't smooth and at times it sounded like she was reading. Not everyone can like everything so please do not take my word for it. So many people have totally in enjoy the book and the audio. I do think I will go back at a later date and read to see if that makes a difference.

The characters were likable and it was at times a sweet story. For me the adults seem to come off more as teenagers again it could be the narration and not the story. Give it a try and see what you think.

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Books Description
 When life breaks you, love can heal you…or run you over.
A broken heart and a preference for solitude leads Web Baker to driving a street sweeper on the night shift for Basil City. His mother wants grandchildren, and his sister is intent on fixing him up with every dimwitted beauty she can find. Add that to the late night antics Web encounters on his nightly shifts and he has more than enough excitement to keep him on his toes, but nothing could prepare him for the woman who stumbles into his sweeper’s headlights.
Kara Deleray has never learned how to be herself, leading to a lifetime of bad decisions. She hits rock bottom and ends up moving in with her best friend and her husband. With their help, she manages to land a job teaching English at Basil State University. Finally pulling her life together, a whiskey soaked night almost tears everything she’s worked for apart.

About the author
Kayla writes general and women's fiction, as well as chick lit novels and novellas. Her mission is to give her readers an escape, from a chronically busy, overwhelmed world offering them the opportunity to settle in and discover someplace new, maybe crack a smile, and find a little romance.

She's been a storyteller all her life. Before she knew how to write, she told stories to a jump rope. Thankfully that stage ended once she learned how to work a pencil. Now she's blessed to be able to write full time and looks forward to sharing her crazy ideas with readers.

Always a romantic, Kayla managed to marry her high school sweetheart. They have a very bright, active nine-year-old daughter.

When not writing or being mom, Kayla can most likely be found in a cozy spot with a good book. Reading, sunshine, and hanging out with family and friends bring her joy.