Category: Series

Reckless by Kimberly Kincaid

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

Title: Reckless
Series: Rescue Squad #1
Author: Kimberly Kincaid
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Published: January 26, 2016
Publisher: Kensington Books – Zebra
My Rating: 4 stars
Source: NetGalley
Cover Description:

Zoe Westin may be a fire captain’s daughter, but feeding the people in her hometown of Fairview is her number one priority. Running a soup kitchen is also the perfect way to prove to her dad that helping people doesn’t always mean risking life and limb. But when she’s saddled with a gorgeous firefighter doing community service after yet another daredevil stunt, the kitchen has never been so hot.

Alex Donovan thrives on adrenaline, and stirring a pot of soup doesn’t exactly qualify. He’s not an expert at following the rules either, not even when they come from the stubborn, sexy daughter of the man who’s not only his boss, but his mentor. Determined to show Zoe that not every risk ends in catastrophe, Alex challenges her both in the kitchen and out. One reckless step leads to another, but will falling for each other be a risk worth taking, or will it just get them burned?

Read on for my thoughts on Reckless. No true spoilers, promise.

Into The Fury by Kat Martin

Posted June 16, 2016 by Marsha in Romantic Suspense, Series / 0 Comments

Title: Into The Fury
Series: BOSS, Inc
Author: Kat Martin
Genre: Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance
Published: January 26, 2016
Publisher: Kensington Books – Zebra
My Rating: 4.5 stars
Source: NetGalley
Cover Description:

A bodyguard, a bounty hunter, a P.I.—the men of Brodie Operations Security Service, Inc. are down for the job…

Sinners, whores, and sluts beware—your time is at hand: a faceless menace is threatening lingerie models on a cross country tour, and Ethan Brodie is there to defend and protect.

Ethan’s learned the hard way that beauty is no substitute for character. So even though Valentine Hart is one of the most breathtaking women he’s ever seen, he’s keeping his hands off and his eyes open. Or that’s what he tells himself.

Then one of the models is murdered, and the closer Ethan gets to the answers, the closer he finds himself to Valentine—and the hotter the pressure feels. There’s more to Val—more to the other girls—than he could have guessed. But one is keeping a secret that could kill them all.

Read on for m y thoughts on Into The Fury. No true spoilers, promise.

Montana Rebel by Debra Salonen

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

Title: 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?

Read on for m y thoughts on Montana Rebel. No true spoilers, promise.

It’s In His Smile by Shelly Alexander

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

Title: 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
Cover Description:

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?

Read on for my thoughts on It’s In His Smile. No true spoilers, promise.

Winning The Billionaire by J M Stewart

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

Title: 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
Cover Description:

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.

Read on for my thoughts on Winning The Billionaire. No true spoilers, promise.

Jilting The Duke by Rachael Miles

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

Title: Jilting The Duke
Series: The Muses’ Salon #1
Author: Rachael Miles
Genre: Regency Romance, Historical Romance
Published: January 26, 2016
Publisher: Zebra
My Rating: 4 stars
Source: NetGalley
Cover Description:

Aidan Somerville, Duke of Forster, is a rake, a spy, and a soldier, richer than sin and twice as handsome. Now he is also guardian to his deceased best friend’s young son. The choice makes perfect sense—except that the child’s mother is the lovely Sophia Gardiner, to whom Aidan was engaged before he went off to war. When the news reached him that she had married another, his ship had not yet even left the dock.

Sophia does not expect Aidan to understand or forgive her. But she cannot allow him to stay her enemy. She’s prepared for coldness, even vengeance—but not for the return of the heedless lust she and Aidan tumbled into ten years ago. She knows the risks of succumbing to this dangerous desire. Still, with Aidan so near, it’s impossible not to dream about a second chance.

Read on for my thoughts on Jilting The Duke. No true spoilers, promise.

Tempting Mr. Wrong by Kerri Carpenter

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

Title: 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
Cover Description:

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.

Read on for my thoughts on Tempting Mr. Wrong. No true spoilers, promise.

Extreme Honor by Piper J. Drake

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

Title: 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
Cover Description:

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.

Read on for my thoughts on Extreme Honor. No true spoilers, promise.

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

Title: 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.

Read on for my thoughts on this charming anthology. No true spoilers, promise.

Sealed With A Kiss by Susan Lute

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

Title: 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?

Read on for my thoughts on Sealed With A Kiss. No true spoilers, promise.

What A Gentleman Wants by Caroline Linden

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

Title: What A Gentleman Wants
Series: Reese Family #1
Author: Caroline Linden
Genre: Regency Romance, Historical Romance
Published: January 2016 This Is A Reprint Originally Published January 2006
Publisher: Zebra
My Rating: 4 stars
Source: NetGalley
Cover Description:

Two strangers are swept into a sizzling, spellbinding world of daring deception and unexpected passion. . .

Marcus Reese, Duke of Essex, has spent most of his life pulling his twin brother out of trouble. A thank you would suffice; instead, his resentful sibling forges his name to a marriage license and presents him with an unwanted wife. She’s a vicar’s widow with a mind of her own, and the first person in Marcus’s well-ordered life to make him feel. . .completely out of control.

Dire straits have led Hannah to the altar with a gentleman she hardly knows. Played for a fool, she’s embarrassed, furious, and worse, married to an equally outraged, exasperating man who unleashes all manner of emotions in her–not to mention unwanted desire. Reluctantly, Hannah agrees to play the wife until he can sort out the mess. But the undeniably attractive Duke unsettles her well-guarded heart–making her want to do so much more than “act” the role of blissful bride.

Read on for my thoughts on What A Gentleman Wants. No true spoilers, promise.