Posted September 17, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Special Edition, Kindle Unlimited, Previously Published, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
This time, the groom?
Hometown golden girl Emily Whitaker couldn’t have left Crimson in her rearview mirror fast enough . . . until life threw her some curveballs and she’s back—divorced and with a young son. Her brother’s wedding should have been a welcome reprieve, but Jase Crenshaw is the best man to her maid of honor. She’d steered clear of him when they were kids, but now Jase has become one highly irresistible man.
Jase always harbored a crush on his best friend’s sister. Back then, she was too good for the kid from the wrong side of the tracks. Now she thinks the upstanding town lawyer and mayoral candidate is too good for her. Can Jase convince the girl of his dreams that they’re both actually perfect… for each other?
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 17, 2025 by Marsha in Discussion Post / 0 Comments
I need to give a heartfelt, sincere shoutout of thanks to all the authors (and/or publishers) who put their work, whether newly released or years on the shelves, into Kindle Unlimited. Seriously. Thank you.
My book budget only goes so far… and I’m certain that I’m not alone in that reality. So, being able to binge-read a delightful series like Crimson, Colorado by Michelle Major (from Harlequin) is such a joy for me. If I could, and I had the time and money, I’d read all the books I could gather up. But the reality is that I don’t have either the time nor the money to do that (I wish!). So, having a Kindle Unlimited subscription allows me to read the books that would have to remain on the shelf, unread by me.
I love the ability to read older (especially longer) series back to back without having to wait months (or years) for the next story!
Frankly, that monthly KU subscription cost is the best book budget money I spend every month. So. Thanks, it’s greatly appreciated. 🙂
Posted September 16, 2025 by Marsha in A Re-Read Review, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Special Edition, Kindle Unlimited, Previously Published, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Katie Garrity is proud of her work at her Life is Sweet bakery, but it’s high time she showed the town of Crimson that she’s more than just “The Cupcake Lady.” She wants to be “Mrs.” and “Mommy” so badly she can’t stand it! But in the small mountain town, the pickings are slim . . . until the one who got away returns.
As a forest ranger, Noah loves protecting the places and people he loves—he just can’t commit to forever. Katie has been his best friend since high school, but when did she turn into such a lovely woman? And is that desire he feels? Still, Crimson holds too many memories, and Katie wants things Noah can’t give. But after one explosive night, it just may be too late. Only nine months will tell…
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 16, 2025 by Marsha in A Re-Read Review, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Kindle Unlimited, Previously Published, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
For years, there’d been only one woman in Liam Donovan’s life—his beloved nanny, who’d raised him as her own. But someone is clearly taking advantage of Ruth, which brings the studly CEO back to Crimson, the place he was all too happy to have left behind. And there, Liam finds Ruth has live-in help—in the form of his high school love, Natalie Holt, and her adorable son . . . He better not fall for Nat a second time—because what if she is the cause of his nanny’s missing money?
If Natalie had time for any guy besides her son, it would not be Liam Donovan, who’d broken her heart once, and now seems to think she could add thief to her long list of job titles! She could prove easily enough that she can be trusted with the money—but can Natalie trust Liam with her heart… again?
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 16, 2025 by Marsha in A Re-Read Review, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Kindle Unlimited, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
A ready-made family?
When Millie Spencer first meets Dr. Jake Travers, he’s a mess. The handsome single dad desperately needs help with his newfound daughter. Perfect timing: Millie is trying to find her place in the world . . . and the small town of Crimson might be it! An ideal match! Until Millie realizes that little Brooke’s daddy makes her feel more than just butterflies . . .
The last thing the good doctor needs is Millie distracting him. Jake is determined to keep his eye on the prize—building a home for Brooke and getting to know the child who is now his whole world. But he can’t deny the way Millie makes his heart pound and how she’s bonded with his little girl. Can Dr. Travers heal his own hurts to create the family both he and Millie have always wanted?
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 14, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Paranormal Romance, Series, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
It was a passion neither could forget—until he did.
Tia Hightower isn’t sure how she went from being a powerful witch to fake-dating her ex at a winter house party.
For eight years, she has refused to speak Henry Pearlmatter’s name unless it has been to curse it. Now, with their family businesses merged, she and her insufferable ex must pretend to be together to secure a wealthy warlock’s investment. Sharing a room—and a bed—with Henry is bad enough. Even worse is that Tia might have had a small potion mishap…and accidentally erased Henry’s memories of her.
Henry might not remember his ex, but it’s clear there’s still something between them. Whatever went wrong in the past, he intends to figure it out. Faking feelings for Tia isn’t exactly difficult, but one thing’s for certain: starlight carnivals and mulled-wine kisses can’t change history.
With the threat of Henry’s memories hovering over every stolen moment, their time together is running out. But a little bit of Christmas magic and the snow-melting heat between them have Tia wondering if it’s time to risk her heart once more, even if it’s with the warlock who once broke it…
Titles in the Toil and Trouble series include: The Witch is Back ~ De-Witched ~ Season of the Witch ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 13, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Kindle Unlimited, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
To save her missing sister, they’ll have to confront a dark past… But can he protect her from the approaching threat?
A mysterious family tree. A man thought long dead. Dahlia Easton has few solid clues to find her sister, missing for a year. But she’s in danger the moment she reaches Wyoming’s backcountry.
To protect her, cold case investigator Grant Hudson must confront his town’s unresolved nightmares—even as an unspeakable threat from the past is fast closing in to silence him and Dahlia for good…
Titles in the Hudson Sibling Solutions series include: Cold Case Kidnapping ~ Cold Case Identity ~ Cold Case Investigation ~ Cold Case Scandal ~ Cold Case Protection ~ Cold Case Discovery ~ Cold Case Murder Mystery ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 13, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Kindle Unlimited, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
I’ve never been one to follow the rules–especially when they’re someone else’s.
Skylark, Colorado, was supposed to be a pit stop. A quick detour while I figured out my next move. I wasn’t expecting her.
Iris Dixon. The girl I let go ten years ago. The one I should have fought for. Now she’s standing in front of me, all grown up, still impossibly beautiful…and looking at me like I’m a surprise root canal.
Too bad the universe just paired us up in her brand-new dance class.
She says she hates me. I don’t blame her. I was reckless, angry, and I broke her heart when she least deserved it. But I’m not that guy anymore.
She thinks she’s the one playing it safe. Truth is, Iris has always been the brave one, keeping her life together while the people around her fell apart. Now she’s trying to loosen up and live a little. I want to be the one she lives it up with.
But just when it feels like we might get a second chance, the ghosts of our past come back swinging.
I’ve made a lot of mistakes, but letting her go again? That’s one I won’t repeat. Even if it means rewriting every rule I’ve ever known.
Titles in the Skylar series include: Someone to Love ~ Someone to Tempt ~ Someone to Have ~ Someone to Hold ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 13, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Kindle Unlimited, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Good With His Hands, Bad For Her Heart
Ever since her marriage went up in flames, Olivia Wilder hasn’t had the desire for love. But one magical dance with Logan Travers might change all that.
The blue-eyed hometown hunk is a bit younger and a whole lot sexier than any man she’s ever dated before. This is one carpenter Olivia would like to get to know better, and not just because of his building skills
From his first dance with Olivia, Logan knows there’s something special about the beautiful brunette.
The more she’s determined to keep him at arm’s length, the more Logan wants her in his embrace. And the more Olivia says she’s just passing through, the more resolved Logan is to make her his, forever.
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 12, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Kindle Unlimited, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
A woman betrayed in the worst way by her husband. A man who has never fit in wherever he went. Together, they find a deep love which will heal and restore them …
Autumn Sutherland, a dedicated nurse, catches her doctor husband cheating on her with a colleague. Heartbroken, she divorces him and returns to her hometown for a fresh start. Once in Hawthorne, she accepts a position as Director of Nursing at the soon-to-open Hogan Health Hospital—Triple H—hoping to find a new purpose in both her professional and personal life.
Former ER physician and new medical director Eli Carson grew up in foster care. While a brilliant doctor, Eli is shy and socially awkward, having skipped several grades throughout his education. Despite his reserved nature, Eli is deeply compassionate and dedicated to his patients, earning the respect and admiration of everyone at the new medical center.
As Autumn and Eli work together, they form a strong bond built on their shared passion for helping others. Autumn is drawn to Eli’s kindness and humility, while Eli admires Autumn’s strength and determination. Despite their initial hesitation about becoming involved, as they spend more time together, their friendship blossoms into something deeper.
Will Autumn and Eli learn to open their hearts to one another, or will their pasts keep them from finding a lasting future together?
Titles in the Hearts in Hawthorne series include: Heartstrings and Helmets ~ Heartbeat Harmony ~ Agent of the Heart ~ Hearts and Hooves ~ Hoops and Hearts ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 12, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Kindle Unlimited, Modern Western Romance, Previously Published, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Former child star Sara Wellens has hit a dead end with her acting career. So when she inherits half of a crumbling guest ranch in Crimson, Colorado, it seems like the perfect windfall. All she has to do is sell her portion to get back on her feet. No harm, no foul . . . right?
The one thing she didn’t count on was her partner-in-property, hunky former bull rider and single dad Josh Travers. Sara is surprised at how quickly she bonds with the charming cowboy—and his equally charming daughter. Sara insists that she’s not looking for a forever family, but the closer she gets to Josh, the more it feels like a Hollywood happy ending.
Titles in the Crimson, Colorado series include: A Kiss on Crimson Ranch ~ A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch ~ Suddenly a Father ~ A Very Crimson Christmas ~ A Baby and A Betrothal ~ Always the Best Man ~ Christmas on Crimson Mountain ~ Romancing the Wallflower ~ Sleigh Bells in Crimson ~ Coming Home to Crimson ~ Anything for His Baby ~ Love at First Bark ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 12, 2025 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
She breathed new life into her family’s newspaper. His goal is to buy the Bayberry Gazette while trying not to fall for the woman opposed to the sale.
Foreign correspondent Sadie Plummer left her hometown in her rearview mirror years ago. Now she’s back and filling in at the family newspaper. But when she finds writing the feel-good articles inspirational…when a stray cat crosses her path…and when the Pumpkin Festival needs volunteers, she finds herself putting down roots in Bayberry.
Reed Stanton is the owner of Rumor Quill Media. He’s interested in acquiring the Bayberry Gazette, but first, he wants to do some in-person research. However, on his first day in town, he runs into a beautiful but stubborn woman who utterly distracts him.
Far-fetched rumors about Reed’s presence in town begin to circulate, making Sadie all the more curious about him. And when Reed learns the mystery woman’s identity, he knows he’s in trouble in more ways than one. But as their lives intertwine, their feelings grow, and business gets complicated.
Titles in the Bayberry, Vermont series include: Christmas in Bayberry ~ Valentine’s in Bayberry ~ Rumors in Bayberry ~ Springtime in Bayberry ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 11, 2025 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
When Chrysanthemum Bloom returns home to the family flower farm after her father’s death, she finds it on the brink of bankruptcy. Her mother is determined to sell it, but Chrissy believes she can turn the business around if given the chance. She enters the Copper Mountain Rodeo’s barrel racing competition in the hope of winning some prize money, never mind that she hasn’t competed in years.
Ryder Chamberlain’s bull riding career ended suddenly when he lost an argument with the bull he was riding. Following his late mother’s wishes, he arrives in Marietta, determined to reclaim what had been taken. The Bloom Flower farm sits on land once owned by his kin and is Ryder’s for the buying, until he meets Chrissy and discovers it’s not going to be an easy purchase after all.
Both Chrissy and Ryder are determined to win the fight for the farm, but the unexpected attraction that flares between them has them both wondering if, instead of fighting, becoming a team is the best outcome for all.
Titles in the Montana’s Rodeo Cowboys multi-author series include: Unforgettable Cowboy by Jeannie Watt ~ Headstrong Cowboy by Nicole Flockton ~ Rogue Cowboy by Sinclair Jayne ~ Forever Cowboy by Nan Reinhardt ~
Titles in The Bloom Sisters series include: Headstrong Cowboy ~ The Firefighter’s Christmas ~ The Bachelor’s Winning Bid ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 10, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
The stakes can’t be higher…
When high-powered investment banker Ava McCarthy returns to the Butterfly Lake Lodge for her mother’s seventy-fifth birthday, the moment is bittersweet. The beloved family retreat—steeped in memories of childhood and sisterhood—will soon be sold, and this may be their final celebration within its walls.
What she never expected was that her parents would hire Hunter Beckett — the man who broke her heart and secretly fathered her daughter — to broker the sale.
Hunter didn’t come just for the commission. He arrived determined to set things straight with Ava, but when he spots a photo of a young girl in a ballet costume at the lodge, the resemblance hits like a thunderclap. She’s his.
Now, old wounds, regrets, and fierce emotions reignite as Ava and Hunter confront their past. She can’t forget how he hurt her. He won’t walk away from his child—or the chance to finally build a future with the woman he still loves.
Titles in The McCarthy Sisters series include: Wish Upon a Christmas Star ~ The Wedding Twist ~ The Love Plot ~ Traces of You ~ One Last Christmas Wish ~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted September 9, 2025 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Kindle Unlimited, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
A struggling single mom must share a home with the former bad boy who doesn’t know he’s the father of her child.
When Elena Meeker moves to Abbott Farm for the summer, she hopes the fresh air, sunshine, and small-town kindness will help her bullied eight-year-old daughter get happy again. She’s almost desperate enough to tell her high school boyfriend, Stone Smith, that he’s the father of her child.
Then Stone moves into the other side of the bunkhouse, where she and her daughter are living. Turns out Elena’s summer job of helping Pop Abbott start a farm-stay program will require coordinating with Stone, who’s slated to run the organic farm. If they want to help their struggling daughter, they must deal with the feelings that still spark between them… and the differences that tore them apart.
This is a clean, sweet romance with either closed doors or fade to black, or only kissing.
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