This was a new author for me and I think it was a good start as this book is a Novella and it’s short. Xander is a bad boy of hockey and needs his image worked on so he goes to Starlight bay to coach little kids. Enter Single mom Rachel and her son Jett and sparks fly. She is hesitant to get involved as she has stuff on her plate and a son to worry about. It’s great to see their story and their HEA. We do see Rachel ex which is a real jerk. Overall it was a good intro to this author for me and I really liked her writing style.
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This is the 2nd book in this series and follows a group of people all affected from an accident that happened one night. Here we have Brady ,who is Autumn brother from book 1, and Harmony who is separated and her soon to be ex brother caused the accident that affected so many lives in this small town. Harmony moves in next to Brady after leaving her controlling husband . Brady tries to fight it and not get involved but he knows that his new neighbor will be his downfall and she has a son Wyatt that Brady has a soft spot for regardless who his dad is. This read is emotional and deals with a lot of issues. Harmony has a battle every time she encounter soon to be ex and you really just feel for her. I would have liked to seen Harmony be a little more independent because I feel like she went from a abusive relationship to going straight into another relationship regardless the new relationship was healthier I feel like she needed more time to heal. Overall good story and read and I am interested in who the next read will be about.
3.5 stars
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Why you need to #ONECLICK this book… 💕Small Town 🖤Enemies to Lovers 💕Single Mom 🖤Forbidden 💕Opposites Attract 🖤Different Worlds 💕Emotional Scars 🖤Boss/Employee 💕Forced Proximity 🖤Broken FMC
When the single mom moves in next door, it’s your enemy’s soon-to-be ex-wife.
Lines are drawn, and I have to remember not to cross them.
Brady
For once, my life was calm.
Behind us was the threat our distillery was going to be shut down.
Now we could focus on growing our brand exactly the way I dreamed of doing it when I took it over.
Nothing was going to stop me.
Until she moved in next door.
My enemy’s wife with her seven-year-old son.
I don’t need this right now.
But everything inside me pulled me toward her.
Even offering her a job. Little did I know, again, I was starting a war.
However, I’m ready for it this time.
Harmony
It was no secret my husband had a wandering eye.
Leaving him shouldn’t have been a shock to anyone.
For Winston, it was more about failing at something that got under his skin.
Besides, he had to make his parents happy.
Which means he’s going to make my life unhappy.
When the pounding starts at my door one night, I’m ready to ignore it.
Until the stranger next door comes to our aid.
He’s everything you want in a man.
I know I shouldn’t involve anyone else in my life.
But maybe it’s time for me to see what dreams are made of.
I am not sure why but I didn’t know it was a YA and must have missed it when I signed up for it but I will say that it was a good book. Claire was a Figure skater but had a career ending injury and Austin is a really good soccer player whose family has moved to make sure he goes to Frostlake which has a really good team and a coach that will elevate his game. Claire’s first meeting with Austin is at a party and your average probably high school shenanigans going on. There is some drama and it is what I would expect a YA romance should be. It was cute and for YA I think it would hit the spot!
We are excited to announce that Stealing for Keeps by Rebecca Jenshak is now live!
From USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Jenshak comes a brand-new YA romance series that follows Frost Lake High School’s state champion soccer team. This book will include a special inside cover.
Frost Lake High’s new soccer star, the team captain’s ex-girlfriend, and a dare that changes everything.
When Austin Keller’s family moves across the country for his chance to play with the prestigious Frost Lake soccer team, he’s ready to seize the opportunity. But on his first night out with the team, a dare to kiss the team captain’s ex-girlfriend sets in motion a rivalry that threatens his future.
Claire Crawford was once an aspiring figure skater, but a recent injury has changed everything. To make matters worse, her boyfriend dumped her. Starting her junior year, she’s unsure of her next steps. One thing she knows for sure: she’s not falling for the new guy. That electrifying kiss at the bonfire? Already forgotten…almost.
He’s chasing his dreams. She’s lost hers. The more Claire tries to push him away, the harder he works to win her over. He’s stealing her heart, and he’s doing it for keeps.
Stop right here and look no further whether it’s the read to finish your 2024 or the book to start your 2025 you have found it! I am always amazed at how these ladies just know how to hook us and reel us in! Henry is just to die for and is the best book boyfriend to date. Jade is his match and the journey these two go on to find their HEA is funny and exciting. The extra added bonus is Bodhi who is Henry adopted son and the relationship between Henry and his son will melt your heart. We love The Nest and Henry teammates really round out this story. This is hands down a must read!
MR. BROODY, the second book in our hockey romance series, is now live! 🩷🏒
I’ve loved Henry Hensley since I was seven years old. We’ve gone from best friends to lovers to nothing. To most people, he’s the Chicago Falcons starting right winger and hot single dad, but to me, he’s my first boyfriend, my first kiss, my first love. Eight years ago, that all changed when our lives took us in two different directions. Our break-up almost broke me, so I kept my distance until our hometown called me back to where our story began. I promised myself a quick visit to help my family out, and then I’d leave town before he even knew I was back, which should have been easy. He’s way too busy being a professional hockey player and raising his son to ever find out. Of course, I’m only in town for a week before I run into him, and one thing is clear from our brief encounter—Henry wants to hash out our past, whereas I’d rather forget it. But my plan really goes up in flames when I take a temporary substitute teaching job, and on day one, his son walks into my classroom. Boom.
Why you need to #ONECLICK this book… 🔥Vegas Wedding 🔥Fake Marriage 🔥Hurt/Comfort 🔥Sports Romance (Football) 🔥Big Family Dynamics
Who forgets marrying a football player? Me, apparently. Turns out countless shots and a bad breakup lead to questionable decision making. But waking up in Vegas with a ring on my finger beside a hot, naked man is hard to ignore. I married Parker Wilder. Thanks to our quickie nuptials, I’ll get my inheritance, and he’ll get his family and their well-intentioned meddling off his back.
Forgetting the wedding was the easy part. Being married to him is a whole different story. Parker is too … everything. Chiseled by the gods good-looking. A heartbreaking kind of broody. The kind of man you know will wreck you for all others. Good thing this is all pretend. And oh, how we pretend. We pretend ourselves right into me ripping the clothes off his body.
It’s all fun and fake marriage until the day he gets a knock on the door with the surprise of a lifetime. Until the bomb goes off and we’re left to pick up the pieces. Until the pretending stops and we’re left with only one question: was any of it real?
His shoulders stiffened, my question clearly taking him by surprise, and I rushed to continue.
“It feels like it’s a bit uneven sometimes, that’s all. You dare me to do all these things, constantly trying to help me, getting me out of my comfort zone, and I don’t do anything for you in return.”
“It’s not a fucking transactional relationship,” he mumbled. “You’re my friend. I wanna help you out, you know this. I don’t expect anything in return. Anyway, you give me plenty. You’re fun to be around. I already told you that. I—fuck. I really like hanging out with you, okay?”
“Finn. Please look at me.”
When he finally turned around, his face was unreadable, but there was still a flush of colour high on his cheekbones. I decided to try a tactic I’d seen my housemate Connor employ that I’d never tried before.
Scooting forwards to the edge of the bed, I gave him what I hoped was a challenging look. “Don’t tell me you’re too scared to accept a dare from me.”
His brows flew up, interest sparking in his gaze, and encouraged, I continued.
“One little dare.”
He blew out a breath, scrubbing his hand across his face, and then he rose to his feet. Crossing the room, he leaned down and placed his arms on the bed on either side of me. “Go on, then. Dare me.”
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𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 is a steamy, friends to lovers, hurt/comfort M/M standalone romance arriving on January 30th, and is the fifth and final book in her Accidental Love Series.
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Why you will love this book… 🔥Enemies to Lovers 🔥Forced Proximity 🔥He Falls First 🔥Forbidden Office Romance 🔥Baddie FMC 🔥Billionaire, “Peacock” MMC 🔥He loves to spoil her 🔥”Make me.” 🔥Found Family 🔥Meet not-so-cute 🔥Banter & Fiery Spice 🔥Valentine’s Day in the city 🔥HEA guaranteed
How much trouble could one woman be?
Graham Everett is about to find out. His best friend’s gorgeous new employee may be the one thing between Graham and his rightful place at the top of Manhattan’s elite, but he isn’t worried. He’s pretty sure he can bring any woman to her knees. Even her.
Juliet Rivera is not impressed. With the state of men, generally. But, more specifically, Graham Everett and his playboy nonsense. It’s all under control, though. She’s not worried. She can handle anything. Even him. The man clearly has no idea who he’s dealing with.
Why you will love this book… 🖤Dark Romance 🔥Mafia Romance 🖤Touch her and Die 🔥Enemies to Lovers 🖤Forced Marriage (!) 🔥Forbidden Romance 🖤Two types of saddles *wink wink*
Each day a different mask.
Walsh Solis is a golden boy with a black heart. Behind his straight-A smile, he’s in training to become a Mafia commander — and his father’s replacement. For Walsh this means duty, obligation, and playing the game.
And girls like Madison don’t fit the mold.
Madison Ryan is used to hiding her scars. Good girls don’t come from families like hers, no matter how hard they try. But that one secret night with Walsh — the one his girlfriend didn’t know about — gave her a taste of hope.
Against his better judgement, Walsh finds himself intrigued by Madison’s sad, dark allure. But when his girlfriend gets caught in the deadly crossfire, Walsh and Madison get caught up in a game of who can ruin each other’s lives more.
And this time, Walsh has no way to hide his obsession with her…for better or worse.
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I’m determined to raise my baby on my own, but then 𝘩𝘦 waltzes into my classroom to drop off his son.
Blake Walker.
The newly retired linebacker and single dad is even more gorgeous now than the night we spent together, and since he knows I’m pregnant with his baby, he’s adamant to do right by us.
I promised myself I won’t be somebody’s responsibility. However, Blake’s a man who doesn’t back down, especially when it comes to his family.
As if this town isn’t small enough, he moves into the house across the street, and his presence is impossible to ignore. Blake is everything I never expected, and all three Walker boys are slowly working their way into my heart, but I can’t get used to it.
He wanted our baby, and I wouldn’t settle for anything less than a man who chooses me…
About Need You To Choose Me: ❤️ small town romance 🏈 single dad romance ❤️ one night stand 🏈 accidental pregnancy ❤️ ex-NFL player 🏈 son’s teacher
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One look at this cover and yes Enticed I was to read this third book in the Red lips and White lies series. The series has so far been a hit and trust me this book definitely will make you melt. Leo Sinclair was ticked all the boxes! He was sexy, sweet ,caring and possessive so what more could you want. I loved that the heroine is a single mom of two who has had a rough time and has some trust issues. Leo is like a wrecking ball into her life. I loved the name Adelaide which isn’t usually common for a heroine. She was strong and definitely trying to do better for her girls. I don’t think she had a chance when it came to Leo. The cherry on top is the Sinclair sibling banter and all the side characters that will have you laughing and wishing you were part of the group. Five star read!
Enticing by Bella Matthews is now live!
From USA Today and #1 Amazon Bestselling Author Bella Matthews comes a Single Mom, Marriage Of Convenience, Hockey Romance.
You’d think a romance author would know better than to fall for her fake husband. It’s the oldest trope in the book . . . literally. But it turns out writing it and living it are two very different things.
The plan was enticing—marry hockey’s hottest player so I could receive my inheritance and give my daughters the life they deserve. I’m already a single mom at twenty-five—how hard could it be?
Well . . . the answer is harder than you think because Leo Sinclair is so much more than I bargained for. Six foot, four inches of toned muscle and golden skin wrapped around the most perfectly chiseled jaw and dangerously charming smile. I knew he’d be hard to resist . . . but it’s not just his looks that weaken my resolve.
It’s the way he wins over my daughters with ease. The way he sees through my defenses and quiets my fears. The way he says “my wife” like he means it.
Suddenly, this arrangement doesn’t feel so fake. And I’m no longer sure which of us is playing pretend.
But when love wasn’t part of the deal, will saying “I do” turn out to be his biggest regret—or mine?
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