Posted November 1, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Romance, NetGalley, Seasoned Romance, Series, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
‘Tis the season – to rekindle?
Natalie is having a nightmare Christmas. Her daughter, Clem, has invited her dad over from Australia—and Natalie hasn’t seen her ex, tycoon Jon, for twenty-two years!
They agree for the sake of their daughter to pretend to be the perfect family, but Natalie soon discovers the spark between them never died!
After two decades of hurt, can she risk her heart for a second chance—or is this festive fling just for the holidays?
Titles in the Family Reunion in London duet include: Second Chance Under the Mistletoe by Kandy Shepherd ~ Christmas Surprise for Her Boss by Scarlet Wilson ~
This story may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted November 1, 2025 by Marsha in Connection to another series, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Intrigue, Mystery, NetGalley, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Thriller / 0 Comments
Just one look …shattered her life.
It was worse than the date from hell.
Teacher Leah Gerard waited hours for the man…until she saw his bloody body being dragged away. Did she imagine it? The police believe she did, as there’s no body to corroborate her story.
Then Leah becomes their prime murder suspect. Determined to find the truth, Leah hires ace investigator Owen Walker, who delves into every possibility while protecting —and captivating—Leah.
But when her longtime roommate disappears, troubling questions and danger follow.
Who wants Leah charged with murder? And who wants her dead?
Titles in the Colby Agency: The Next Generation series include: A Colby Christmas Rescue ~ Alibi for Murder ~ Memory of Murder ~ Witness to Murder ~
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 October 30, 2025 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired Suspense (Harlequin), NetGalley, Romantic Suspense, Series / 0 Comments
A dangerous family legacy. A race to save a baby in jeopardy.
When journalist Lexi McKenna receives a desperate call for help, she rushes to her sister’s home, only to find her sister dead and one of her twin nieces missing.
With her past mafia ties resurfacing, Lexi must go on the run with agent Noah Thompson to protect herself from her father’s enemies.
Although Lexi is the daughter of the mob boss who murdered Noah’s brother, Noah will do anything to take down her family—even work with her.
As danger looms from all sides, they must find the abducted baby and dismantle a criminal empire before Lexi and her nieces end up as collateral damage.
Titles in the Jameson Investigations series include: Hunted for the Holidays ~ Hiding in the Wilderness ~ Exposing Lethal Secrets ~ Missing at Christmas ~
Although this is a clean, sweet romance with either closed doors/fade to black, or only kissing… it is also a Romantic Suspense, so there may also be mention of violence.
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Posted October 29, 2025 by Marsha in Harlequin, Harlequin Historical, Historical Romance, NetGalley, Small Town Romance, Standalone, Victorian Romance / 0 Comments
A cowboy in London
…and a deal at the altar?
When his English business partner dies, Montana rancher Boone Rawlins becomes guardian of the man’s little girl and heir to their family property in London. So when a storm destroys the ranch, they cross the Atlantic to start a new life!
Penniless Lady Ambrin is stunned when a real-life cowboy arrives on her doorstep. But she quickly comes to her senses when she discovers her dear brother has left Boone her house—and that he wants to sell it to fund a new farm! Ambrin’s determined to keep her home and her precious niece. Will a convenient marriage be the solution…or a whole new predicament?
~Standalone~
This story may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted October 28, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, NetGalley, Sexual Content, Standalone / 0 Comments
Taking their rivalry… from boardroom to bedroom!
Freshly appointed head of her father’s company, Hennessy Wade is working feverishly hard to throw off her wild-child reputation.
She’s still reeling from the news that her co-CEO is hatefully arrogant billionaire Renzo Valetti… Her face burns as she remembers youthfully—mortifyingly—kissing the devil himself!
Hennessy epitomizes the kind of recklessness that cost Renzo’s parents their lives. She’s impulsive, spontaneous…and a temptation he will refuse!
Until an Italian business trip has him questioning everything he knows about Hennessy’s scandalous past… And reconsidering the line between disdain and desire!
~Standalone~
This story may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted October 27, 2025 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired (Harlequin), NetGalley, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
An unexpected homecoming brings another chance at love.
For two years, mountaineer Max Butler was presumed dead after a tragic climbing accident in Peru…until his return to his small town of Opportunity, Alaska. But now a traumatic brain injury keeps him from remembering his former life and who he left behind—including physical therapist Hayley Morgan.
Heartbroken after Max chose his mountaineering dreams over her, Hayley is determined to guard her heart against him, even as he steps in to help her with babysitting duties for his infant sister.
As Max slowly regains fragments of his past and buried feelings resurface, can Hayley convince him to stay…for a second chance at happiness?
Titles in the Opportunity, Alaska series include: Her Alaskan Family ~ Lost Alaskan Memories ~
This is a clean, sweet romance with either closed doors/fade to black, or only kissing.
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Posted October 27, 2025 by Marsha in Harlequin, Harlequin Romantic Suspense, NetGalley, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Standalone / 0 Comments
His work is all that matters.
But one woman could change all that.
Rafael Rodriguez is determined to get his man. Especially after he narrowly escapes death on the hunt for drug kingpin Hector Hernandez.
But as the FBI special agent inches closer to his prey, he didn’t bargain on Allison Lexington. After infiltrating the Devil’s Patrol, his onetime confidential informant is now on the straight and narrow.
With her sister set to marry Hector’s nephew, Allison topples headfirst into danger. Then her sister vanishes, and the motorcycle-riding trauma nurse might be the one who needs saving. And Rafe’s just the one to do it…
~Standalone~
This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted October 15, 2025 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Romance, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
Freya hopes a trip to Puglia with her celebrity-chef boss will recover her lost memories, but what happens when she remembers her relationship with the Italian went beyond the workplace?
“You don’t remember me, do you?”
When Freya is left with amnesia following a car accident, she loses the last five years of her life.
She’s forgotten that she’s a food stylist to celebrity chef Nico—and doesn’t understand how she’s lived and worked with the gorgeous Italian without falling for him! But when a trip to Puglia starts unlocking memories, Freya realizes he’s far more than just her boss.
So why is he keeping his distance when all she wants is to regain the love they once had?
~Standalone~
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 October 14, 2025 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Medical Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Trauma surgeon Andy is logical, but there’s no logic to his fixation on a life-altering kiss from years ago…especially now that the girl he’s never forgotten is back in town—and she’s his new colleague!
Sunny ER doctor Jules is determined to focus on herself following her messy divorce—no romance allowed. Yet with Andy, time falls away with every glance, and soon their old flame burns brighter than ever.
Love passed them by before; could they give it another try?
Titles in the US Search and Rescue series include: Risking His Heart for the ER Doc ~ Reunited with the Single Dad ~
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 October 12, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired (Harlequin), NetGalley, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Home for the holidays…
Or home for good?
A frightening diagnosis—and a subsequent breakup—forces marketing executive Penelope Shay to return to Cedar Ridge to find peace.
But when she learns her beloved childhood home is at risk of being sold, she’ll do anything to save it—even if it means teaming up with Matthew Banks, her high school boyfriend. The plan is simple: she’ll offer the contractor her marketing expertise on a project in exchange for his help to raise funds in a cookie contest.
As the two work closely together, old feelings quickly reignite. But with the uncertainties of Penny’s health looming, is a future together possible?
~Standalone~
This is a clean, sweet romance with either closed doors/fade to black, or only kissing.
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Posted October 9, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, NetGalley, Series, Small Town Romance / 2 Comments
An instant family…Is a gift he never expected!
The tiny town of Swan Falls, Alaska, has everything engineer Emily Cooper needs—except a nanny for the holidays. But her Christmas wish could be granted in the most unexpected way!
Grounded as he waits for corrective eye surgery, pilot Nick Bernardi needs a place to stay. And helping his best friend’s widow with her two kids is an easy yes.
But it’s not long before the dedicated bachelor starts to feel more than he should…especially considering he’s moving far away to Hawaii. Could falling in love change his flight plan?
Titles in the Swan Falls, Alaska series include: Her Alaskan Summer ~ His Alaskan Christmas ~
This is a clean, sweet romance with either closed doors/fade to black, or only kissing.
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Posted October 9, 2025 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, NetGalley, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
“You’re my wife…
Till death do us part.”
Dragos. I grant my wife anything she desires—except knowledge of my lethal past.
Yet the secrets I protect Cassandra from are the architect of my ruin. I’ve driven her away.
What she doesn’t realize is I won’t let her turn her back on our vows…
Cassandra. Fleeing my wealthy husband’s gilded cage—and our obsessive hunger—was a desperate, futile gesture.
Not even his enemies’ attempt on his life could stop him from tracking me down.
Injured but dangerous, Dragos only remembers my name…and that I belong to him!
~Standalone~
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 October 7, 2025 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Harlequin, Western Historical Romance / 0 Comments
Lizbet Fontaine will do anything to keep her family together, even leave behind the only life she’s ever known to journey to the West. But as the jitney rumbles away, holding tightly to her little brother’s and sister’s hands, she knows something is wrong. Her stepfather has summoned an associate with a predatory glint in his eyes, and Lizbet knows she needs to save them all. She just doesn’t know how…until a kind man points out the Silver Hills Boarding House.
Gabe Whitfield is no saint. But he won’t let a woman be threatened. Getting involved with Lizbet and little Frankie, and Jubal is the last thing on his mind, though. When his wife and their child died a few years ago, a piece of him died, too. So he’ll help this family find their way at Miss Ornetta’s boarding house. Anything more is out of the question.
But that one chance meeting changes Gabe forever. Lizbet’s fierce strength makes him feel the faintest whisper of hope. And Lizbet can’t deny being drawn to the honest, gentle man whose kindness moves her. Can she trust her heart to a man who can’t let go of the past?
~Standalone~
This is a Western Historical Romance with either closed doors/fade to black, or only kissing.
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Posted October 7, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Harlequin, NetGalley, Paranormal Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Welcome to Claw Haven, where monsters go to find some peace and quiet.
Going home for Christmas wasn’t on chimera Arthur Pineclaw’s to-do list, not since he left the sleepy town of Claw Haven over a decade ago. He’s back now for one reason only—to film a cozy holiday romance. Two weeks of smiling for the cameras and charming his fans, and he can go back to LA. Easy. After all, there’s no one he can’t charm.
No one except for Emma Curt, the high school sweetheart he dumped on Christmas Eve. The same woman who apparently owns the café they’re filming in.
Emma never would’ve agreed to let her café be a filming location for a rom-com if she’d known Arthur Pineclaw was the lead. She’d rather eat rocks than be civil to the guy who abandoned her to become a movie star—on Christmas Eve.
But as the two spend more time together, it’s easy to fall into old habits…and into bed. Just because things are still good between them doesn’t mean Emma’s ready for anything more, but when their unexpected reunion stirs up old feelings—and old arguments—a second chance romance might be the gift they both need.
Titles in the Claw Haven series include: Accidentally Wedded to a Werewolf ~ Only One for the Orc (2026) ~ Snowed in with a Succubus (Novella) ~ Christmas with a Chimera (Novella) ~
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 October 7, 2025 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Trade, NetGalley, Small Town Romance, Standalone / 0 Comments
This Christmas, the Balfour family will have more secrets to unwrap than presents…
Becky is stranded at the airport, so when she bumps into her brother’s best friend, Will, and he suggests they drive home together, Becky reluctantly agrees. For the first time, Becky is dreading Christmas, and only Will knows why. Can she trust him to keep her secret?
Her twin sister, Rosie, married Declan after a whirlwind romance, and now the cracks are starting to appear. Rosie and Declan have agreed to hide their problems from her family, but Rosie’s insecurities are growing. Will this Christmas bring them closer or drive them apart?
Hayley can’t wait for her first Balfour family Christmas with Jamie. The Balfour Christmas traditions sound wonderful, but she’s worried about her place in this close-knit family. Will there be room for her, too? And how will they react to the secret she and Jamie have been keeping?
Despite everyone’s best intentions, all the chaos and confusion could derail their normally happy holidays. Can they tell each other the truth in time to enjoy a perfect family Christmas?
~Standalone Title~
This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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