Cowboy SEAL Redemption by Nicole Helm

Posted June 7, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Jack Armstrong’s been slowly piecing his life back together after a career-ending injury bounced him from the SEALs. The only trouble is, his family’s on their way to his new haven in Montana…and Jack refuses to let them know he’s still hurting. Desperate, he makes a deal with local bad girl Rose Rogers: in exchange for some extra security, she’ll play the perfect loving girlfriend.

Rose doesn’t trust any man, much less some tough-as-nails former SEAL. But the more they settle into their ruse, the more things start to feel real, and the more Rose’s true fear surfaces―that she’ll never be good enough for love. But Jack isn’t about to lose Rose. He’s done running when things get tough, and he’s determined to prove―once and for all―that even the most troubled hearts can find their way to redemption.

Titles in the Navy SEAL Cowboys series include: Cowboy SEAL Homecoming – Cowboy SEAL Redemption – Cowboy SEAL Christmas

Scandal with a Sinful Scot by Karyn Gerrard

Posted June 7, 2018 by Marsha in Historical Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Falling in love was the darkest moment of Garrett Wollstonecraft’s privileged youth, even as he and Abigail Hughes shared a blissful summer of passionate promise. Sworn to keep Abigail safe from the curse plaguing generations of Wollstonecraft men, Garrett sacrificed his future happiness. Now, fourteen years after he lost his heart, Abigail reenters his life. But the woman who arrives unannounced at his ancestral manor is very different from the sheltered girl Garrett once knew.

The widow of a country doctor, Abigail can’t forgive Garrett for his cruel rejection. Yet she can no longer keep the truth from him—a secret that could have resulted in her ruin. But as the embers of desire reignite, and Abigail and Garrett slowly rebuild trust, a malicious enemy plots against them. Is their love strong enough to break free from the sins of the past—and to end the tragic cycle that consigns Garrett to a life of loneliness?

Titles in the Men of Wollstonecraft series include: Marriage with a Proper Stranger – Scandal with a Sinful Scot – Love with a Notorious Rake –

Dirty-Talking Cowboy by Stacey Kennedy

Posted June 6, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Emma Monroe has returned to River Rock, Colorado, after the death of her grandmother. Now she’s inherited a farm full of abused animals and she’s working as a waitress at the local hotspot, Kinky Spurs. The last thing Emma wants in her life is a man, as she’s still recovering from a recent heartbreak. But when a sensual and powerful cowboy, Shep Blackshaw enters her life, Emma begins to want things she shouldn’t.

Shep knows sex shouldn’t be on his mind. He’s got a world of responsibility on his shoulders. He’s attempting to save his late father’s cattle ranch, Blackshaw Cattle Company, from foreclosure. But Emma’s heated reactions to his touch make ignoring her impossible. She’s the perfect distraction to make him forget that his father’s company is a sinking ship.

While their nights only heat up, soon emotions become tangled into the mix. Shep’s not only giving Emma the hottest nights of her life, he’s also healing her heart. With every encounter, she forgets her heartbreak. With every naughty adventure, she stops mourning the life she left behind. And with every dirty word whispered from Shep’s mouth, she stops thinking of all the reasons why she shouldn’t fall for him. But when the past comes to claim Emma, she’ll need to choose between the life she thought she wanted and the life she’s grown to love with Shep. How will she say no to forever with a dirty-talking cowboy.

Titles in the Kinky Spurs series include: Dirty Talking Cowboy – Sweet Loving Cowboy –

Only With You by Nicole McLaughlin

Posted June 6, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

National Guardsman Aiden King has been attracted to Hannah Walters for a while, but he never made a move because of her close relationship with his best friend. But when circumstances change, Aiden is surprised when his friend gives his blessing. Problem is, there’s a reason he’s still alone after all these years, and as much as he wants her, that secret keeps him from acting on his desires.

Hannah has finally decided to wait for the kind of love you read about in books and see in movies. After her failed engagement, Aiden’s unassuming support has become a touchstone for Hannah. It soon becomes apparent that he may be exactly the kind of man she’s been looking for. But the closer they become, the more he keeps her at arm’s length.

When Aiden suggests a road trip to take Hannah’s mind off her troubles, the two of them go on a journey neither one expected. She just hopes that the final destination is them together for good.

Titles in the Man Enough series include: All I Ask – Along Came Us – Should’ve Been You – Only With You –

In Bed with the Beast by Tara Sivec

Posted June 5, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

A tale as old as time: she needs a place to stay, he’s a grump with a secret and an extra room…can love find a way?

Living in her overprotective dad’s basement, shy Belle lives her life through books. Being a part of the Naughty Princess Club is the first adventure she’s ever had, plus she desperately needs the money to save one of her favorite places – the local library.

But when her new friends and new business gets her kicked out of her dad’s house, Belle is rescued by the surly Vincent “Beast” Adams who invites her to be his house guest until she gets back on her feet. Despite his attitude problem and long list of rules, Belle finds herself warming to the muscled man with a penchant for growling and starts seeing a gentle side to him that wasn’t there before.

Yet there’s a room that Beast keeps locked and Belle keeps getting hints that Beast is hiding something…can a nerdy librarian tame the beast or will their romance be over before it has a chance to blossom?

Meet the Naughty Princess Club, a series from USA Today bestselling author Tara Sivec that brings readers to Fairytale Lane and the hilarity—and romance—that three women fall into once they decide to strut their stuff and bring on their own happily ever after.

Titles in the Naughty Princess Club series include: At The Stroke of Midnight – In Bed With the Beast – Kiss the Girl

The Start of Something Good by Jennifer Probst

Posted June 5, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

When Ethan Bishop returns to the Hudson Valley, his body and spirit are a little worse for wear. As a former Special Forces paratrooper, he saw his fair share of conflict, and he came home with wounds, inside and out. At his sisters’ B & B and farm, he can keep all his pain at a safe distance. But quiet time isn’t easy when a fiery woman explodes into his life…

It’s business—not pleasure—that brings Manhattan PR agent Mia Thrush reluctantly to the farm. Tightly wound and quick tempered, Mia clashes immediately with the brooding Ethan. Everything about him is irritating—from his lean muscles and piercing blue eyes to his scent of sweat and musk.

But as the summer unfolds and temperatures rise, Ethan and Mia discover how much they have in common: their guarded histories, an uncontrollable desire, and a passion for the future that could heal two broken hearts. But will their pasts threaten their fragile chance at a brand-new future?

Titles in the Stay series include: The Start of Something Good – A Brand New Ending –

Must Love Babies by Lynnette Austin

Posted June 5, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

This baby’s not the only one in need of a cuddle…

Brant Wylder is a bachelor and loving it! He’s in Misty Bottoms, Georgia, property-hunting for his vintage car repair shop when he gets the call. His sister’s been in an accident, and Brant has to drop everything and take care of his five-month-old nephew. That’s the end of the bachelor lifestyle.

Bridal boutique owner Molly Stiles is all business all the time, until she sees that Brant’s in trouble. In this Southern town, nobody ever has to go it alone. And besides, how can she resist that beautiful baby in the arms of a beautiful man…?

Titles in the Must Love Babies series include: Must Love Babies – I’ve Got You Babe – For Baby and Me

Lone Star Princess by Lenora Worth

Posted June 5, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

Annabelle Castle is a rebel without a cause…until her stepsister, the head of the glamorous Castle Department store, offers her the chance of a lifetime. Too bad the opportunity to finally play a role in the Castle’s future comes with strings attached—the man who gets under her skin.

Former cop Johnny Darrow is head of security for the Texas-based Castles. He excels at his job and nothing gets to him…except Annabelle. Even as he dragged Annabelle out of many public relations disasters with the paparazzi, he knew there was so much more to her than the headline-grabbing, rich girl. Now that she’s matured and determined to turn over a new leaf, he finds her irresistible. She’s smart, creative, and makes him feel things he hasn’t after a personal tragedy.

When Johnny’s assigned a job as Annabelle’s bodyguard, he must push his feelings aside. Can Johnny keep his focus to protect Annabelle or will his feelings for her put everything at risk

Titles in the Castles of Dallas series include: Undercover Princess – Lone Star Princess –

Stacking the Shelves (#3)

Posted June 2, 2018 by Marsha in This one's a Keeper / 8 Comments

Stacking the Shelves is hosted by Tynga’s Reviews and Reading Reality. If you’d like to take part simply click on those links above or the graphic to discover what this fun meme is all about.

Gah! I am so horrible at keeping up to date with this. But… it’s a new month and a new weekly habit to make.

So, this past week (May 27 to June 2, 2018) I went on a bit of a book buying spree. Okay, so maybe that’s every week, but this one was heavier than usual.

Because Amazon is shutting down the Kindle Worlds program. and there are many KW titles that fit in with series that I follow… well, I might have gone a bit crazy getting the ones that I simply “have” to have at my fingertips. I know many authors will re-publish their stories with the new guidelines but it won’t be the same without that connection to series that I love. I’m not even going to list them because frankly it’s embarrassing and to see them lined up will remind me that the book budget is going to be rather slim in June. Oh, well.

I am staying away from the “Find Titles” tab on NetGalley right now because my June reading schedule is rather packed already. It’s hard, it really is but I’m trying…. I’m picking up only the titles that I know will release within days (a week at the most, mainly Tule Publishing titles) because, again, I’m addicted to series.

Having said all that… I did pick up some been waiting for and must have author books this past week. I see many long reading nights in my future… but I’m not complaining. 🙂

First off had to start Jill Shalvis’ new series Wildstone So I picked up:

Lost and Found Sisters by Jill Shalvis

The Good Luck Sister by Jill Shalvis

And of course, once I started browsing Amazon I found other books that I just could not live without… no really, I needed these titles like I need air to breathe and coffee to drink. Are you buying this? Me either, I just wanted them. 🙂

And that wraps up this week’s buying spree for my Stacking the Shelves #3. I shouldn’t but I know I probably will have more for next week’s post. Guess we’ll find out. Until then may all your stories have happy endings.

About that Kiss by Jill Shalvai

Sweet Sunrise by Kay Corral

Seaside Dreams by Melissa Foster

Fade to Black by Heather Graham

Stay With Me by Kristen Proby

Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts

Royal Service by Leslie North

Posted June 1, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

King Phillip is a real life Prince Charming. Golden haired with a Danovian accent, and a solid gold crown sitting on his head, he’s every girl’s daydream. He’s a good man and an even better king, but the one thing he’s been terrible at is choosing a royal wife — fearing a marriage that’s more about policy than passion. But when his mother invites all the eligible maidens to The Summer House Party, Phillip is trapped in a real-life Bachelor where he won’t have the option of quietly splitting from the girl after the party is over — he’ll be wed to her for life.

Ella Fernstone is tired of being the family servant. After her father died, Ella was receded to the basement as her stepmother began a full court press to cultivate her own daughters. Ella’s ready to escape the hot mess of a home that she grew up in by finally pursuing her dream of competitive riding: something she’s been preparing her whole life to do. All she has to do is marry one of her step sisters off to the King of Danovar to finally find her freedom. It couldn’t be that hard right?

That was until Ella was the first to fall for the King’s dashing good looks and an offer to ride off with him into the sunset. Ella is hesitant — a Queen’s life was still one of servitude, but it’s hard to ignore the pull of a handwritten love letter and a skillfully delivered kiss. Phillip too is caught up in seducing what he never expected to find: an eligible woman he might just learn to love. But when the reality of a royal marriage comes crashing down, Phillip and Ella must decide if they can risk their hearts, or their freedoms, on the chance of true love.

Titles in the Royals of Danovar include: Royal Service –

First Comes Love by Heather Heyford

Posted June 1, 2018 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Series / 0 Comments

There is nothing sweeter than the family you pick yourself . . .

After detective Alex Walker’s last case in Portland is skewered by a tough-as-nails attorney, he decides to finish out his career on a quiet note in the Willamette Valley. Dedicated to his job and committed to his family, he’s fine letting his brusque exterior keep even the thought of a relationship at bay—especially once he realizes his new hometown is the old hometown of the attorney who ruined his last case . . .

Single mom and attorney Kerry O’Hearn is just as wary as Alex is, thanks to her disastrous first marriage. But she isn’t fooled by Alex’s tough-guy image. When he asks for her assistance in gaining custody of two little boys from an abusive foster home, she sees what he desperately tries to hide: a giant-sized heart. Between them they have five kids and a whole barrel of bad experience. And yet, Kerry can’t shake the feeling that she and the crusty cop were meant to be . . .

Titles in the Willamette Valley series include: The Sweet Spot – First Comes Love – Right All Along –