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Book Review - Searching for Beautiful by Jennifer Probst

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ABOUT THE BOOK The highly anticipated third novel in the Searching For series from Jennifer Probst, “one of the most exciting breakout novelists” (USA TODAY), featuring a runaway bride and the man who wants to be more than just her best friend… Genevieve MacKenzie has her life completely under control. About to wed the charming Chief doctor at the local hospital, she’s an up-and-coming surgeon with everything she could ever want. Until an escape through the church window on the day of her wedding sends her life into a tailspin…and flings her right into her best friend’s arms. When Wolfe catches his best friend falling out a window on her wedding day, he doesn’t ask questions. He whisks her away, determined to watch over her and discover the truth behind her desperate escape. But when his feelings turn more than platonic, he realizes he may risk his most important relationship in order to protect his damaged heart, and the woman he loves. Can Genevieve and Wolfe’s friendship t

Bood Review - Worth the Wait by Jamie Beck

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ABOUT THE BOOK Thirteen years ago, Vivi LeBrun was sketching a rooster and eating Oreos when she first met—and fell for—her friend’s brother, David St. James. Since then, her love for David has only intensified thanks to years of friendship with his family, who rescued her from a lonely, tumultuous childhood. As she travels to Block Island to vacation with the St. James siblings, Vivi daydreams about reuniting with David, hoping he’ll finally see her as his soul mate. After his mother’s death, David distanced himself from his siblings, determined to hide a devastating family secret. Now, he’s brought a new girlfriend along to his homecoming—one who’s pushing for a serious commitment. The last thing he needs on his growing list of problems is his budding attraction to Vivi. With tensions running high, David’s behavior triggers a series of events that might cost him the love he’s always taken for granted and Vivi the only real family she’s ever known. REVIEW This book has a

Book Review - Sea Glass Sunrise by Donna Kauffman

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ABOUT THE BOOK In seaside Blueberry Cove, Maine, friends are just another word for family, and big-city politics take a backseat to local pride. But the real treasure on these shores is always love… When D.C. lawyer Hannah McCrae heads home for her brother’s wedding, she’s dragging a lot of baggage along with her—and she doesn’t mean suitcases. Betrayed personally, and humiliated professionally, the last thing she wants is a new man. That’s fine with square-jawed, rugged contractor Calder Blue. He and Hannah may be wildly attracted to one another, but all he wants is to build the town’s hotly contested new yacht club and mend a centuries-old family feud. Yet thanks to resentments old and new, day after day the pair wind up tangled in each other’s business—and maybe soon in each other’s arms. REVIEW I really loved this story and I really loved the characters, but the book moved too slowly. For a light read, it felt like I had to get through chapters and chapters of dialogue b

Book Review - The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire by Molly Harper

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ABOUT THE BOOK In the next book in Molly Harper’s beloved Half Moon Hollow paranormal romance series, Gigi starts her first job (at Vampire Headquarters), gets over her first love, and may even fall for her first vampire! Gigi is no longer an innocent teen. All grown up and looking for love, her family and friends worry she’ll go for the sexy, alluring vampire instead of a nice, safe human. But sexy and alluring, with a penchant for biting, could be just what Gigi wants... REVIEW I love Molly Harper’s writing style and the way she incorporates pop culture references throughout her books.  This book was no exception and had me smiling and laughing throughout.  While the romance between Gigi and Nick felt a little rushed, there is so much going on in this book that it is understandable considering everything that needed to happen.  The story was well done and fast paced. OVERALL RATING - 5 STARS! MATURITY RATING - 18+ a little steamy ABOUT THE AUTHOR Molly Harper

Book Review - It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann

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ABOUT THE BOOK Even though Meg Anderson’s hell-raising days are over, coming home to Anderson Butte isn’t easy, especially when her impossible-to-please dad is the mayor and her do-gooder siblings run the place. But with another job lost and the gorgeous father of her daughter trying to make contact after disappearing three years ago, a break is definitely in order. Hopefully the little town filled with big, juicy secrets can help. After being off the grid for years, Josh Granger, a man with his own secrets, wants Meg and his daughter back. But first he has to get past townspeople as protective as a pack of rottweilers. He’s not the man Meg thinks he is, but he can’t tell her why…not yet. As Meg slowly warms to Josh, it’s clear the old spark is still there. But when his secret is exposed—along with Meg’s own shocking revelation—will it tear their family apart again, or bind them forever? REVIEW What a great read!   I loved the hero Josh, and enjoyed b

Book Review - Sugar on Top by Marina Adair

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ABOUT THE BOOK She's sassy and sweet The last thing Glory Mann wants is to become chairman of the Miss Peach Pageant in Sugar, Georgia. Spending months hearing nothing but the clinking of pearls and judgment? No thank you! But when Glory is forced to take the rap for a scandal she didn't commit, the judge sentences her to head the committee. Even worse, her co-chairman is rugged, ripped . . . and barely knows she's alive.  He's ready and willing Single dad Cal McGraw can't take any more drama in his life. After a difficult divorce, his little girl became a boy-crazy teenager and his hands are full. The last thing he needs is to spend his down time with the town bad girl. Glory is pure trouble-tempting and tantalizing trouble. But he can't deny the strong chemistry between them, or how her touch turns him inside out. Now as squabbles threaten to blow up the contest and the town of Sugar itself, Cal must risk everything on the sexy wild card to get a seco

Book Review - Nova and Quinton: No Regrets by Jessica Sorensen

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ABOUT THE BOOK Today is the first day of Quinton Carter's new life. The toxic guilt of his past left him in pieces-but one girl unexpectedly put him back together. Thanks to Nova Reed, Quinton can finally see the world with clear eyes. She's the reason his heart is still kicking behind the jagged scar on his chest. And he would love to have her in his arms every minute of the day . . . but he's not ready yet. Playing drums in a band and living with her best friends are just some of the highlights of Nova's life. But the best new development? Talking to Quinton on the phone each night. She wishes she could touch him, kiss him, though she knows he needs time to heal. Yet shocking news is on the way-a reminder of life's dark side-and Nova will need Quinton like he once needed her. Is he strong enough to take the final leap out of his broken past . . . and into Nova's heart? REVIEW I had not read the previous books in this series, and

Book Review - Destined For Power by Kathleen Brooks

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ABOUT THE BOOK Mallory Westin was born into power. But when her family’s quest for more power caused her a broken heart, she turned her back on the only life she ever knew. Now a successful owner of a security firm, she’s determined to forge her own path. But sometimes one’s past isn’t so easy to leave behind. Mallory has to take control of the power she was destined for after discovering her politician father is involved in an assassination plot. Things only get worse as the one man she's always loved becomes a target as well.  Reid Simpson had loved Mallory since they were teenagers. Then one night changed everything as she suddenly broke his heart. For years, he escaped the pain as he built his resort and casino empire. He pushed her from his mind, if not his heart. As Reid encounters increasing danger, he finds that Mallory is the one by his side trying to protect him.  Can Reid and Mallory work together to uncover the assassination plot while avoiding the pain of the p

Book Review - Home to Me by Ruth Cardello

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ABOUT THE BOOK NY Times & USA Today Bestselling Author  Nick Andrade:  Sexy, charming, bad boy. He’s never been a one woman man, but he’s willing to give it a try every Saturday with Rena.  Rena Sander:  Confident, caring, a woman who plays by the rules. She’s never been in love, and thinks keeping sex with Nick contained to one day a week will protect her heart.  He’s the hot fantasy she’s always craved.  She’s the only woman he’d consider reforming for.  When their relationship is exposed and they must defend it, will these two lovers discover that home is in each other’s arms?  **This is the second book in the series. Make sure you read Gio & Julia's story in "Come Away with Me". Available now for free. REVIEW The story was everything I expect from Ruth, and the audiobook was a great execution of the story.  I really enjoyed how the “game” that has been going through the Legacy books is really brought into play in this book and has a bit

Book Review - Wait for Me / Trust in Me by Samantha Chase

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ABOUT THE BOOK Books #1 and #2 in Samantha Chase's popular Montgomery Brothers series. Wait for Me  Former NFL superstar Lucas Montgomery is perfectly fine in his self-imposed solitude until sweet, sexy and completely off-limits Emma Taylor comes crashing into his world... Trust in Me With a make-or-break business expansion in the works, the last thing Jason Montgomery needs is a hands-on assistant who wants to get her hands on him... REVIEW Both of these stories were good stories, but I really get hung up on the POV.  The author hops from one head to another abruptly, and it is distracting from the story itself.  I also didn’t like the fact that pretty much every obstacle in both stories felt contrived.   OVERALL RATING - 3 STARS! MATURITY RATING - 18+ a little steamy ABOUT THE AUTHOR New York Times and USA Today Bestseller/contemporary romance writer Samantha Chase released her debut novel, Jordan's Return, in November 2011. Although she w

Book Review - Ripple of Secrets: Rose Gardner Mystery Novella #6.5 by Denise Grover Swank

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ABOUT THE BOOK Rose Gardner Mystery Novella #6.5 in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series.  After her assistant DA boyfriend’s near brush with death, Rose Gardner hopes to make it through the holiday season with a minimal amount of drama. But she can’t forget the promise she made to the king of the Fenton County underworld in exchange for Mason’s life. What’s worse, she’s not the only one keeping secrets—Mason has been working on a hush-hush case in his private time, Joe is grappling with the sudden reappearance of his sister after a mysterious two-year disappearance, and Hilary continues in her single-minded quest to secure a commitment from Joe at any cost—for motives only she understands.  Though peace and quiet is all Rose wants, it’s the last thing she’s liable to get. And the ripple of secrets in her life threatens to create an undertow that will endanger her and everyone she holds dear.  Includes POVs from Joe, Mason, Hilary, and Skeeter. REVIEW Thi

Book Blast - I Still Love You by Jane Lark

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  Title: I Still Love You Author: Jane Lark Genre: New Adult  Romance 18+ Publication Date: April 30, 2015 Publisher: HarperCollins Imprint: HarpersImpulse Price: USD FREE ISBN: 9780008144036 Goodreads Buy the Book HarperCollins | Amazon US | Amazon UK  |Barnes and Noble | Kobo ~ Synopsis ~ Jason watched his new wife, Rachel, wishing he could make her laugh like she used to. She's making him up like a zombie for Halloween but she's the one acting like a zombie lately. This past year has been a rollercoaster ride for the young couple, but now suddenly the ride's stopped and Jason isn't ready to get off. He wants his Rachel back, but seeing as his Rachel is hurting because she's sick, does it really even matter what he wants Rachel hates the sadness in her husband's eyes. It doesn't feel like he loves her anymore. But then who could love an emotional cripple like her? She's dragging him dow