Category: Contemporary Romance

Montana Rebel by Debra Salonen

Posted June 16, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Montana RebelTitle:  Montana Rebel
Series:  Big Sky Mavericks #9
Autho:r: Debra Salonen
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  January 24, 2016
Publisher:  Tule Publishing
My Rating:  4.5 stars
Source:  NetGalley, Purchase Kindle Edition
Cover Description:

Don’t look down and don’t give up.

Justin Oberman‘s credo for living his adventurous–some might say death-defying–life to the max served him well until the unfortunate outcome of a climb made him walk away from the sport he loved. A lucrative new job offer could pave the way to a more traditional life in Marietta, Montana, where his two best friends have fallen in love with the women of their dreams. But settling down always seemed more daunting than Everest and not worth considering until a mysterious lady in red walks into his life on New Year’s Eve. Suddenly, that happily-ever-after stuff Flynn and Tucker have been raving about looks within reach.

The first fall is always the hardest.

Nikki Magnesson Richards has loved Justin Oberman most of her life. First, from the safety of her brothers’ old tree house. Later, with unrequited teen-age angst. Her poorly thought out attempt to get him to notice her cost them both dearly. Now, a dozen years later, her fairy godfather boss has orchestrated the most romantic meeting possible–the Big Sky Mavericks Masked Ball for Charity. A kiss at midnight with her very own Prince Charming isn’t too much to ask, is it? But what are two star-crossed lovers supposed to do when one kiss isn’t enough?

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What Happens In Texas by Carolyn Brown

Posted June 15, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

What Happens In TexasTitle:  What Happens In Texas
Series:
Author:  Caroline Brown
Genre:  Women’s Fiction
Published:  June 7, 2016
Publisher:  Sourcebooks Casablanca
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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Cathy Andrew’s biological clock has passed the ticking stage and is dangerously close to “blown plumb up.” While her twin sister Marty thinks settling down with one man is just a waste of good cowboys, Cathy wants it all: the perfect husband, the baby, and a little house right there in Cadillac. But even as the town is laying bets on whose wedding will be next, Cathy doesn’t see happily-ever-after happening anytime soon.

Fortunately, Cathy and Marty have best friends who aren’t afraid to stir up a ruckus-and if it means Cathy’s got to bust out and set the town on its ear they’ll back her up-no matter how hot things get.

(Originally published as The Blue-Ribbon Jalapeno Society Jubilee.)

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It’s In His Smile by Shelly Alexander

Posted June 15, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

It's In His SmileTitle:  It’s In His Smile
Series:  Red River Valley #3
Author:  Shelly Alexander
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  June 14, 2016
Publisher:  Montlake Romance
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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Miranda Cruz isn’t just the best darned waitress in town anymore; she’s Red River’s newest innkeeper. But first, she has to find the contractor who’s disappeared with her life savings so she can start renovations. Not so easy for a woman who never depends on anyone, especially a man. And when a gorgeous old flame shows up, the fire between them is reignited and threatens to send her dreams up in smoke.

Acclaimed environmental architect Talmadge Oaks returns home to Red River on family business. He plans to get in and get out quickly because a professional catastrophe is waiting back in Washington. When an unforeseen snag keeps him in Red River longer than expected, he finds himself entangled in the renovations of his late grandmother’s Victorian inn. Handy with a hammer, he offers to help the beautiful new owner, but his motives aren’t completely selfless. Will his secret demolish everything they are building? Or can their undeniable passion keep them together?

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Winning The Billionaire by J M Stewart

Posted June 15, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Winning The BillionaireTitle:  Winning The Billionaire
Series:  Seattle Bachelors #2
Author:  J M Stewart
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  June 14, 2016
Publisher:  Forever Yours (Grand Central Publishing)
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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When it comes to love, this billionaire is all business . . . Software mogul Christina McKenzie has loved billionaire Sebastian Blake since they were kids. So when Seattle’s most famous bachelor-and perennial playboy-finally asks Christina out, her fantasies kick into overdrive. Things become hot and heavy . . . but what’s she supposed to do when she starts to fall for him? Sebastian’s never been one to settle down, and Christina doesn’t want to be just another notch in his bedpost.

Sebastian knows that smart, kind Christina deserves better than him. But after the mind-blowing night they just shared, he’s ready to turn a sexy fling into the real deal. Keeping his freedom is one thing, yet keeping Christina in his bed-and in his life-is all Sebastian can think about.

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Learning To Love by Sheryl Browne

Posted June 14, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance / 2 Comments

Learning To LoveTitle:  Learning To Love
Series:
Author:  Sheryl Browne
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  June 14, 2016
Publisher:  Choc Lit
My Rating:  5 stars
Source:  NetGalley
Cover Description:

Sometimes help comes from the most unlikely places …

Living in a small village like Hibberton, it’s expected that your neighbors help you in a time of need. But when Andrea Kelly’s house burns down, taking all her earthly possessions with it, it’s the distant and aloof Doctor David Adams – the person she would least expect – who opens his door not just to her, but to her three kids and slightly dotty elderly mother as well.

Andrea needs all the help she can get, dealing with aftermath of the fire and in the suspicious absence of her husband, Jonathan. But, as she gets to know David and his troubled son, Jake, she begins to realize that maybe they need her help as much as she needs theirs

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Tempting Mr. Wrong by Kerri Carpenter

Posted June 13, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Tempting Mr. WrongTitle:  Tempting Mr. Wrong
Series:  Wrong Man #2
Author:  Kerri Carpenter
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  June 13, 2016
Publisher:  Entangled – Lovestruck
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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Lance Townsend craves freedom after years living a structured existence in the Army. But just as he’s about to start on his bucket list, Lance receives an unexpected request: check in on his goddaughter. The problem? The adorable little girl’s aunt is the one woman he’s never been able to forget.

Carly Quigley can’t believe her brother’s best friend, the man who jilted her years ago, is at her door. He claims her brother asked him to check in on her niece and their fixer-upper, but all either of them can focus on is their undeniable attraction. Carly knows Lance is counting down the hours to leave, which makes him the wrong man for her. Unfortunately, the wrong man has become oh-so-tempting.

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Extreme Honor by Piper J. Drake

Posted June 12, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense, Series / 0 Comments

Extreme HonorTitle:  Extreme Honor
Series:  True Heroes #1
Author:  Piper J. Drake
Genre:  Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance
Published:  January 26, 2016
Publisher:  Forever
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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David Cruz is good at two things: war and training dogs. The ex-soldier’s toughest case is Atlas, a Belgian Malinois whose handler died in combat. Nobody at Hope’s Crossing Kennel can break through the animal’s grief. That is, until dog whisperer Evelyn Jones walks into the facility . . . and into Atlas’s heart. David hates to admit that the curvy blonde’s mesmerizing effect isn’t limited to canines. But when Lyn’s work with Atlas puts her in danger, David will do anything to protect her.

Lyn realizes that David’s own battle scars make him uniquely qualified for his job as a trainer. Tough as nails yet gentle when it counts, he’s gotten closer to Atlas than anyone else-and he’s willing to put his hard-wired suspicion aside to let her do the same. But someone desperate enough to kill doesn’t want Lyn working with Atlas. Now only teamwork, trust, and courage can save two troubled hearts and the dog who loves them both.

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The Tycoon’s Forced Bride by Jane Porter

Posted June 12, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

The Tyoon's Forced BrideTitle:  The Tycoon’s Forced Bride
Series:  Bad Boy Short Stories #2
Author:  Jane Porter
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  January 28, 2016
Publisher:  Tule Publishing
My Rating:  5 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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Malcolm McKenzie will never forget that night in New York when he put Ava Galvan in a taxi following a heated argument, and the Argentine beauty was involved in an horrific accident—one that ended her career as an acclaimed soloist with the Manhattan Ballet, and impaired her memory and ability to live an independent life.

The Scottish tycoon and philanthropist lives with his guilt, and another consequence: Ava was pregnant with his child the night of the accident. Ever since that night, Malcom has raised Jack as a single father.

But Ava is stronger now, and Jack wants his mommy to come home. Malcolm has never stopped wanting her and he’s determined to do whatever it takes to claim Ava—with or without her consent.

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The Baby Arrangement – Baby I’m Yours – Baby Be Mine by Samantha Chase

Posted June 11, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

The Baby Arrangement comboTitle:  The Baby Arrangement – Baby, I’m Yours – Baby Be Mine
Series:  Life, Love and Babies complete novella series
Author:  Samantha Chase
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  February 2, 2016
Publisher:  Sourcebooks Casablanca
My Rating:  4.5 stars
Source:  NetGalley
Cover Description:

An exciting reissue of all three novellas in the beloved Life, Love, and Babies series from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Samantha Chase

For anyone who’s ever lost their heart to a man, or a baby…or both

The Baby Arrangement
Derek Sloan is more than shocked when someone mysteriously delivers a baby to his office. Kayleigh Mitchell naturally steps up to help her boss, and soon hopes he’ll see her as more than just a temporary solution.

Baby, I’m Yours
When Nicole Taylor rediscovers the father of her child three years after their one wild night of passion, Josh Masterson is determined to prove there’s still a chance for their own happily-ever-after.

Baby, Be Mine
Jake Knight came home one night to find trouble on his doorstep-times two. With infant twins to care for, Jake desperately calls on a heartbroken ex for help…and the more time he spends with Olivia, the more he wants this makeshift family to be permanent.

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Sealed With A Kiss by Susan Lute

Posted June 11, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Sealed With A KissTitle:  Sealed With A Kiss
Series:  Sellwood Novellas #3
Author:  Susan Lute
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  January 18, 2016
Publisher:  Crazy Hair Publishing
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
Cover Description:

When friends become lovers, is there a chance friendship can turn into something more?

Cyber security consultant, Sloane Cooper is dumped by her wanna-be politician boyfriend, his parting shot—not only are you the worst girlfriend I’ve ever had, but you’re a lousy kisser, too! So she turns to game developer Miles Preston for “kissing lessons”, but very quickly realizes, though there’s a surprising attraction there, playing kissing games with her safe, easy-to-talk-to best friend isn’t the solution to her problem.

Who is the real Sloane Cooper?

For two years Miles has been Sloane’s best friend while he watched her play house with another guy. Secretly he’s wanted more, but never once thought he’d catch her on the rebound. How does he convince the enchanting woman steamy kisses are not enough? Helping her open a cyber cafe is a start, but the real fun begins when he hires her to alpha test his new game. Traditional wooing won’t work. Can a few well chosen gaming obstacles do the trick instead?

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Dream A Little Dream Of Me by Cobie Daniels

Posted June 11, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

Dream A Little Dream Of MeTitle:  Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Series:
Author:  Cobie Daniels
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  May 9, 2016
Publisher:
My Rating:  3 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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It’s 1995, and though raised in a conservative home, by a controlling mother; Kelsey Chapman has graduated from high school, met the love of her life and is about to embark on a summer adventure in York, England. Although she leaves a waiting Jason Bauer behind, she will spend the summer with Gareth Blythe who falls in love with Kelsey and tries to convince her, he’s the one she should marry.

Gareth has no way of knowing he is about to set into motion a chain of events that will revisit him in 2015. Kelsey Chapman has a wonderful life ahead of her but it will be filled with life altering decisions, adventure, love, heartache and second chances. Except she doesn’t know it yet.

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How To Wrangle A Cowboy by Joanne Kennedy

Posted June 8, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

How To Wrangle A CowboyTitle:  How Tow Wrangle A Cowboy
Series:  Cowboys of Decker Ranch #3
Author:  Joanne Kennedy
Genre:  Contemporary Romance, Cowboy Romance
Published:  February 2, 2016
Publisher:  Sourcebooks Casablanca
My Rating:  2 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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Lindsey Ward is shocked when her grandfather leaves his ranch to her, complete with a ranch foreman who’s difficult and annoyingly attractive. Lindsey thinks she has no choice but to sell the ranch, but Shane Lockhart is determined to change her mind…

Shane is determined that working and living at the Ward ranch is the only way to raise his young son properly. In order to stay at the ranch he calls home, Shane will have to warm the heart of the most stubborn, appealing woman he’s ever met – opening up his own heart in the process

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Sweet Resolve by Jill Sanders

Posted June 8, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Sweet ResolveTitle:  Sweet Resolve
Series:  Lucky #2
Author:  Jill Sanders
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  June 7, 2016
Publisher:  Montlake Romance
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
Cover Description:

Amy Walker is steps away from her perfect job. The day she makes partner at her real estate firm will be the happiest of her life, second only to the day in junior high when her tormentor, Logan Miller, finally moved away. But fate has a warped sense of humor, because Logan is back. In her town, in her office, gunning for the same promotion. Worse, the man is sinfully hot. But that won’t keep Amy from exacting the revenge he richly deserves…

Logan had reasons for acting wild in his youth, but he still regrets the way he treated Amy. Especially once he’s sharing an office with the smart, self-controlled beauty. For one thing, she’s got a wicked sense of payback. For another, he’s realized there’s something he wants much more than a promotion. And that’s to melt the ice he helped form around her heart all those years ago and to prove that loving thine enemy can be the ultimate happy ending.

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Love On Lavender Island by Lauren Christopher

Posted June 8, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Love on Lavender IslandTitle:  Love on Lavender Island
Series:  Lavender Island #2
Author:  Lauren Christopher
Genre:  Contemporary Romance
Published:  July 7, 2016
Publisher:  Montlake Romance
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
Cover Description:

What’s worse than Paige Grant getting stuck in a window while breaking into her late grandmother’s Lavender Island ranch? Being discovered—and saved—by next-door neighbor Adam Mason. The Grants and Masons haven’t exactly been friendly in recent decades, despite Paige’s teenage crush on handsome, standoffish Adam. But the down-on-her-luck actress now needs more than saving: she wants to use part of Adam’s property to pull off a dramatic wedding for her idol, screen legend Dorothy Silver, in exchange for a movie role that could make her dreams come true.

Adam has been struggling with emotional and financial burdens inherited from the recent death of his father. Yet he reluctantly agrees to help Paige prepare the ranch for the wedding. As they continue to spend time together, sparks fly. But Paige is troubled by a secret that could ruin any hopes they have for a future together. When fire destroys the land that holds the key to both their dreams—and the secrets they carry make tensions run even hotter—can love rise from the ashes on Lavender Island?

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Fan The Flames by Katie Ruggle

Posted June 7, 2016 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense, Series / 0 Comments

Fan The FlamesTitle:  Fan The Flames
Series:  Search and Rescue #2
Author:  Katie Ruggle
Genre:  Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance, MC Romance
Published:  June 7, 2016
Publisher:  Sourcebooks Casablanca
My Rating:  4 stars
Source:  NetGalley
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In the remote Rocky Mountains, lives depend on the Search & Rescue brotherhood. But in a place this far off the map, trust is hard to come by and secrets can be murder…

As a Motorcycle Club member and firefighter, Ian Walsh is used to riding the line between the good guys and the bad. He may owe the Club his life, but his heart rests with his fire station brothers…and with the girl he’s loved since they were kids, Rory Sorenson. Ian would do anything for Rory. He’d die for her. Kill for her. Defend her to his last breath-and he may just have to.

Every con in the Rockies knows Rory is the go-to girl for less-than-legal firearms, and for the past few years, she’s managed to keep the peace between dangerous factions by remaining strictly neutral. But when she defends herself against a brutal attack, Rory finds herself catapulted into the center of a Motorcycle Club war-with only Ian standing between her and a threat greater than either of them could have imagined.

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