Review: Mermaid Inn

Mermaid Inn by Jenny Holiday
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mermaid Inn by Jenny Holiday is the first book in the Matchmaker Bay Series. This is the story of Sawyer Collins and Eve Abbott. Sawyer and Eve were young friends / sweethearts but Sawyer ended up breaking her heart and Eve left Moonflower Bay. That was about 10 years ago and now she is back in the small town because her aunt Lucille left Eve her Mermaid Inn. We learn that Sawyer is now the Chief of Police and both are surprised that there are still such strong feeling between them. Eve isn't planning to jump back into anything with Sawyer so he has to work to get her back.
Sweet second chance at Love.



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Review: Justified / It's All About That Cowboy

Justified / It's All About That Cowboy by Jay Crownover
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Justified by Jay Crownover is book One in the Loveless, Texas Series. This is the story of Case Lawton and Aspen Barlow.
When Aspen first moved to Loveless, Texas she was young, the unpopular kid that was picked on, the Case would standup for her and protect her. But when they left school, she left to pursue a Law Degree and Case ended up staying tied to Loveless when several bad things happened at once. One of those was being tided to a women who snagged him with a pregnancy, but Case loves his son so there was a happy part of that too. Aspen came back to town with her law degree and married a someone else too. Case and Aspen ended up meeting again but on opposite sides of a court room where she was representing his ex-wife and he trying to get custody of his son from her. Of course Aspen won the case which set the tone for hard feelings towards her for Case. Now in their present time, Aspen is in trouble which leads her back to Case to protect and help her.
Really good second chance and enemies to lovers story.

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Review: The Highland Earl

The Highland Earl by Amy Jarecki
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Highland Earl by Amy Jarecki is book 6 in The Highland Earl Series. This is the story of John Erskine, the Earl of Mar and Lady Evelyn Pierrepont. I have read the previous books but feel you can make this a standalone book if you wish to do so.
Evelyn learned of her father the Duke of Kingston-Upon-Hull, wrong doing and is trying to make things better by spying on him and reporting back to who she trusted. John is a widower with two boys and has been trying to rebuild his inheritance after his father almost ruined everything. John had taken a job as the Secretary of State for Scotland and member of Queen Anne’s cabinet to earn money and to help the Scottish caused. John decided to marry to help raised the much needed money to help him and the boys, which leads him to pick Evelyn. Evelyn is upset at first that her father has chosen to marry her off but soon it is showing to help her spying. But Evelyn starts to have feelings for John and his boys then they end up having to go on the run to clear John's name.
This was a great exciting read! Loved it.




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Review: The Friend Zone

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez is the story of Kristen Petersen and Josh Copeland.
Josh is to be the best man at the wedding of Kristen's best friend. So they are put in close working corners but they found a friend zone relationship. Kristen knows that Josh would want a big family because that is one of the reason he broke up with his ex girlfriend. Kristen knows that won't be something she can do for him due to a medical reason.
This was a sweet, funny and sometimes emotional read.

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Review: Day of the Dragon: Two full books for the price of one

Day of the Dragon: Two full books for the price of one by Katie MacAlister
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Day of the Dragon by Katie MacAlister is book Two in the Dragon Hunter Series. This is the story of Archer and Thaisa. I have read the previous book (and Loved it!) but feel you wish to make this a standalone you can. Thaisa doesn't have self confidence in her looks due to her unique look which has lead to looks and comments. But what she does strive in and have confidence in is studying ancient artifacts, becoming a scholar. Archer is a dragon shifter who has been at war with his twin bother for several years, each killing or harming the other members of their tribe. Now, he thinks he has found a way to end the war which leads him to Thaisa. Archer never really planned or thought of finding his mate during this time but that is what Thaisa is turning out to be. Thaisa with her low confidence didn't think someone like Archer would be attracted to her but he is making her see that she is more than she thought. I liked their banter, which kept things somewhat light.
In addition to the great book, there is a 2nd book added called WOLF'S MATE by Celia Kyle, which I also very much enjoyed.





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Ryder by Diana Gardin

Ryder by Diana Gardin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ryder by Diana Gardin is book Two in the Delta Squad Series. This is the story of Ryder and Frannie. I haven't yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
Ryder who is a part of the Night Eagle Security team who has been tasked to protect Frannie who is running from her evil husband. Ryder who is all about work isn't on board for this assignment until he lays eyes on Frannie...there is something about her that draws him in. But he is learning that Frannie is hiding something...so besides protecting her he needs to find out her secrets.
Exciting read.

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Review: The Fearless King

The Fearless King by Katee Robert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Fearless King by Katee Robert is book Two in The Kings Series. This is the story of Journey King and Frank Evans. I have read the previous book and Journey and Frank were in that book, but this can be a standalone if you wish to do so. Journey mother has past and now Journey wants to secure her mother's business but her evil father is back wanting to take over. Journey fears no one but past fears about her father does set her back. Thinking that Frank would be the perfect decoy for her to have him pretend they are in a relationship to help her stay strong. But feelings of her and Frank's love / hate is turning more to love...but can these two strong people become one.
Enjoyed their story and this series!!

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Review: Three Little Words

Three Little Words by Jenny Holiday
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Three Little Words by Jenny Holiday is book Three in the Bridesmaids Behaving Badly Series. This is the story of Gia Gallo and Bennett Buchanan. I have read the previous books and that did add to my enjoyment of their story. Gia is headed to a wedding but ends up getting stuck along with Bennett. The two are now having to spend time together where they start learning more about the other. Both having different outlooks on relationship but the more they get to know one another the more their thoughts on relationships change. I have really enjoyed this series and look for more books from this author!

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Review: Big Bad Cowboy

Big Bad Cowboy by Carly Bloom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Big Bad Cowboy by Carly Bloom is book One in the Once Upon a Time in Texas series. This is the story of Travis and Maggie.
Travis has been away from the small town he grew up with for about 12 years. Travis has gotten out of the military about 8 weeks ago. While working to decide what to do next he learns his nephew needs him after the boys mother dies and Travis's brother is in prison. Travis returns home to the family ranch where his nephew, Henry and his mother had lived. Travis plans to settle Henry somewhere and sell the ranch...but things start happening that make that hard to do. Maggie is working to get her business started and figuring out what to do with the land that her grandmother has left her. Then Travis enters into her life complicating things further for her but at the same time dawning her into new feelings toward him and his nephew.
Overall really enjoyed their story and look forward to more books from this author.


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Review: Bound to the Bear

Bound to the Bear by Kathy Lyons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bound to the Bear by Kathy Lyons is book 5 in the Grizzlies Gone Wild series. This is the story of Hank Coleman and Cecilia Lu. I have read the previous book but feel you can make this a standalone book if you wish to do so.
Cecilia is a Doctor who is working on the flu virus outbreak. Hank is a bear shifter who is worried about his clan so he kidnaps Cecilia and brings her to his Alpha to help with the out break they have.
But Hank quickly starts thinking that Cecilia is his mate. Cecilia believes in science not magic or any other unproven things...so Hank has to convince her of who he is. Cecilia is put into danger by other shifter wanting her knowledge which leads Hank to go after her again.
Exciting read!

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Review: Memoirs of a Dragon Hunter

Memoirs of a Dragon Hunter by Katie MacAlister
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Memoirs of a Dragon Hunter by Katie MacAlister is book One in the Dragon Hunter series. This is the story of Ian Iskander and Veronica James.
Veronica hadn't seen her half sister in a while when she appeared to her dying with a sword, a bite and a story that was so surprising to her. Veronica learned her sister was a Dragon Hunter who has transferred this to her with the task to that her sister died before revealing who she needed to help. Then she meet Ian who she not sure at first if he is friend or foe. But their growing feelings start to make it know to them that their is more to their story.
This was a funny, hot and a page turner story for me. I am a fan of Ms. MacAlister writing so I am looking forward to more books in this series!!


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Review: From Here to You

From Here to You by Jamie McGuire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From Here to You by Jamie McGuire is book One in the Crash and Burn series. This is the story of Darby Dixon and Scott "Trex" Trexler. This is the first book in the Crash and Burn series.
Trex has retired from the Marine now is doing a top-secret military installation that has taken him to
Colorado Springs. Trex is a tough guy with secrets but one thing he knows is that when he sees Darby she is the one women he has been waiting for.
Darby just literally ran from an abusive fiancé when she found out she was pregnant. Darby ended up working at a Colorado Springs Hotel. When she meets Trex she find herself drawn to him but she just left one bad relationship and Trex seems to be fill with secrets....so she isn't' willing to risk her future yet on him. But between her past and things in the present...they may just only have each other.
So enjoyed their story...what a great start to a great series!



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Review: The Good Luck Charm

The Good Luck Charm by Helena Hunting
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Helena Hunting Good Luck Charm is the story of Ethan and Lilah.
Ethan and Lilah were high school sweethearts but when Ethan dream of getting a hockey career he seemed to leave her behind. Lilah stayed close to his family but never getting over the hurt of him leaving leaves her unsettled when she learns he is coming back to town. Lilah hasn't had anything to easy so she isn't easily giving up her heart or trust again to quickly but love always wins in the end.
Really enjoyed their story of a second chance at love.
Would easily recommend this book!


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Review: Darkest Night

Darkest Night by Megan Erickson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Darkest Night Megan Erickson is book Two in the Wired & Dangerous series. This is the story of Jock Bosh and Fiona Madden. I haven't yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
Jock is a former military man who now is a mercenary, hacker and now body guard to Fiona. Fiona had a tragic past that seems to keep coming back to her...so she is good a surviving. But she having a hard time surviving the attraction she has for Jock. Jock to is out to do a job to protect and help his friend find answers for a death but his growing feelings for Fiona are nothing he can fight.
Very exciting read!

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Review: Saved by the Cowboy

Saved by the Cowboy by A.J. Pine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Saved by the Cowboy by A.J. Pine is book 1.5 in the Crossroads Ranch series. This is the story of Sheriff Cash Hawkins and Olivia Bell. I haven't yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
Olivia believes in true love, romance and when her current boyfriends proposal to her it feels more of a business / non-love deal. So she takes to running away to Oak Bluff, California and to reading her grandparents love letters to reset herself. Cash knows a thing or two about a broken heart and has taken to focus on his job but things start to change when a face driving Olivia comes to town.
This was such a great story! Loved it!



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Review: Bad for You

Bad for You by J. Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bad For You J. Daniels is book Three in the Dirty Deeds series. This is the story of Shayla Perkins and Sean “Stitch” Molina. I haven't yet read the previous books, so this was a standalone book for me.
Sean is trying to start a better life after getting out of prison and has been working toward doing better. Shay is the opposite of Sean in that she is good and somewhat Innocent to his hard and bad self. Shay was ever thing that Sean could want but knows that he doesn't deserve someone so good. Shay goes strong and steady on working the walls down that Sean has up to block his feelings.
This was a really good story that is hard to put down! Loved it!

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Review: Free Fall

Free Fall by Emmy Curtis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Free Fall by Emmy Curtis is book Three in the Elite Ops series. This is the story of Col. Duke Cameron and Casey Jacobs. I haven't yet read the previous books and did feel like I would have enjoyed/understand this book a little better if I had.
Casey went on the run when she starts to think that she is being targeted due to her work. Duke went on the run with her. So while avoiding becoming a target they of course fall in love.
Overall a good exciting read.

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Review: Switch and Bait

Switch and Bait by Ricki Schultz
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

SWITCH and Bait Ricki Schultz is the story of Blanche Carter and her matching making site. Blanche has a way with finding other people mates even back in College she was known as the Love DR. Now she is running her business helping clients find there possibly happy ending. But the one things she does do her self is relationships so when a name pops up of someone she knows she goes forward with setting him up while trying to keep her feelings in the background.
Different type of story then what I usually read, but overall a good story.

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Review: Sandpiper Shore

Sandpiper Shore by Debbie Mason
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sandpiper Shore Debbie Mason is book Six in the Harmony Harbor series. This is the story of Jenna Bell and Logan Gallagher. I haven't yet read the previous books, so for me this was a standalone book.
Jenna first meets Logan after her soon to be husband leaves her for her step-mother. Logan steps in to help her when she goes of the deep end after find out the news. There was a quick attraction between them and then some. But things happened and now it looks like Logan will be needed her wedding planning services but with someone else.
This was a good second chance at love along with some funny scene...nice easy read.

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Review: More Than Words

More Than Words by Mia Sheridan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

More than Words Mia Sheridan is the story of Callen Hayes and Jessica Creswell.
Callen and Jessica meet when they were young kids going through harsh times. They became friends and made their own magical dreams at the time. But later Callen gave her a first kiss but then left her. Callen became somewhat famous but for him he ended up personally drinking and sleeping with women to forget the pain he was living with. By chance they meet again, Jessica still has stars and somewhat innocent dreams with life even though she too knows hardships.
This was a very emotional read with their story line but overall I enjoyed their story.


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