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New Release & Review! All Folked Up by Penny Reid

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November 22, 2024

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NOW LIVE! All Folked Up by Penny Reid is now live + available to read in Kindle Unlimited!

“Five folking stars for this witty, heartfelt, spicy rom com” – Goodreads reviewer

“Pure perfection” – Goodreads reviewer

Get your copy today!https://geni.us/yp9L

Isaac has never been what he seems.

Rumor has it that gruff, brooding, and solitary man-of-mystery Isaac Sylvester is back in town, and the only thing folks in Green Valley know for certain is that this prodigal son’s motives are as elusive as he is. He’s been spotted loitering near the old Townsen farm, hanging around the Hill’s homestead, and glaring menacingly from the edges of The Donner Lodge’s parking lot. What this hometown-hero-turned-criminal wants, no one knows. Nor can they stop talking about it.

Hannah’s last night as an exotic dancer might just be her most memorable.
Hannah Townsen has often been a subject of local gossip. Folks shook their heads when Hannah’s daddy ran out on her momma; folks blessed her heart after Hannah’s momma had that tragic accident; and folks really talked up a tizzy when Hannah became an exotic dancer in order to pay off her parents’ debt and put food on the table. But now, ten years after being dubbed as a hometown-stripper-with-a-heart-of-gold, Hannah has seemingly—and finally—fallen off the gossip mill’s radar.

That is, until the enigmatic Isaac Sylvester shows up at Hannah’s retirement party wanting so much more than a private dance. . .

‘All Folked Up’ is the third book in the Good Folk series and is a full-length, small town, contemporary romantic comedy novel.

My Review...

I have been waiting ever so patiently for this story; as a long-time fan of Ms. Reid, I have been intrigued by the character of Isaac Sylvester. Boy, did she folking deliver on his story!

This is Isaac and Hannah’s story.

I absolutely flove the imperfect perfection of Ms. Reid’s characters. These are no run-of-the-mill heroes and heroines. They are quirky and a bit rough around the edges, but when you see those pieces come together like Isaac and Hannah do…well, it’s *chef’s kiss*.

Isaac and Hannah have emotional baggage, yet Ms. Reid uses her talented mind to make a redemption story for the ages! From Isaac’s stoicism to Hannah’s fight to find her happiness, I could not put this story down once I started!

I love going back to Green Valley and seeing the whole cast of characters make subtle yet meaningful moments with Isaac and Hanna.

Happy Release Day & Review! Grouch-ish by L.B. Dunbar

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November 19, 2024

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Let’s start here. The twelve days of Christmas are actually after the holiday.


And my dad, being the great guy he is, and the fire department’s battalion chief, signs up one
of his rebellious firefighters for a retreat because of his bad behavior.


The guy is a total grouch.


But when the grumpy silver fox misses the bus for the adult redemption camp, Dad sticks him
with me for twelve days.


Alone.


So, on the dozen days some mysterious true love—which I have yet to experience—should be
bringing me gifts, like French hens and golden rings, I’m in charge of this firebird on our pear
farm. Being the city man he is, he doesn’t have a clue how to can fruit, mend fences, or milk
cows.


But he knows how to kiss . . .


Not that we should be doing such a thing. Only his silver beard is sexy, and his crooked smile
kind of sweet. He has this alpha energy vibrating around his well-honed body but underneath
the grumpy exterior is a man lonely for something more in his life, like me.


And instead of gifting each other random birds, leaping lords, and piping pipers, the gift we
give one another is time . . . and our bodies.
But what about our hearts?


Maybe true love will strike after all.


A lot can happen in twelve days.

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In a new tradition from L.B. Dunbar comes another holiday hottie certain to heat up your holidays.


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My Review...

Full of holiday goodness and a feeling of comfort is what you get when you read this newest holiday romance from Ms. Dunbar.

This is the story of Brock and Pear and their 12 days together.

I enjoyed the fun twist in the homage to the 12 Days of Christmas in this story. I fell hard for both Pear and Brock.

Pear is coming into her own; she is wiping her slate clean and trying to figure out what to do with herself. 

Brock is making amends and fighting hard to keep his world at his status quo.

I loved reading the vulnerabilities that both characters had and how that showed in the bond that formed between the two of them. 

If you are looking for a fast-paced, low-angst, sweet as a cup of cocoa holiday story, get your hands on this. 

Happy Release Day & Review! If You Need Me by Helena Hunting

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November 14, 2024

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A standalone enemies-to-lovers, fake engagement hockey romance. 

I’ve been secretly in love with Wilhelmina Reddi-Grinst since the third grade.

I should be the one taking her to our small-town high school reunion. The prom king finally gets his chance with the valedictorian.

Except she hates me.

To the world, I’m a pro hockey player with a million dollar smile. 

To Hemi, I’m the menace who (accidentally) sank her bike to the bottom of the lake.

I never thought I’d be able to right my wrongs until she took the team’s PR job.

I’d hoped I was making progress, winning her over—one geriatric polka party at a time.

Until I got drunk one night and made a mistake. A very big mistake.

Now the world thinks we’re both very much in love–—except Hemi is absolutely in loathe. 

To save our jobs and reputations, we have to convince all our friends, family, and bosses that our fake relationship is the real deal.

I’ll do anything to protect her, especially if it means I get to be the best boyfriend Hemi never expected.

Grab Your Copy Today!

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Website →  https://helenahunting.com/books/iynm/

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About Helena Hunting: 

NYT and USA Today bestselling author Helena Hunting lives outside of Toronto with her amazing family and her adorable, emotional cat, who thinks the best place to sleep is her keyboard. Helena writes everything from emotional contemporary romance to romantic comedies that will have you laughing until you cry.


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My Review...

Welcome back to the spicy world of the Toronto Terrors!

This is the love/hate relationship between Dallas and Hemi.

When reading the other stories in this series, I always wondered why Hemi had such a hate on for Dallas and why Dallas, the loveable golden retriever hero that he is, would go along with all the shenanigans that Hemi signed him up for. Well, this is their story, and it explains it all!

Hemi is a take no prisoners, take no sass kind of gal that most of us would love to be. But behind that tough front is the fragile heart of a gal who is nursing some serious insecurities. I admire how Ms. Hunting can take an “unconventional” upbringing and bring it to the mainstream. I love the family that Hemi has, the family that chose her, and the family that she chose. She is an integral part of the Bada$$ Babe Brigade, and I flove that she is in it.

Dallas, oh, how this swoony fella has made it his mission to be the center of Hemi’s world. How he will do anything to be front and center, how he will do anything to grab Hemi’s attention (whether good or bad) and stay in her spotlight. He is an impulsive guy that sometimes doesn’t work to his benefit when it comes to Hemi, but he does what he feels he must.

And that epilogue!!! What a puck to the face that was!! Go and do yourself a favor and read this story, heck this whole series, you are gonna love it!

Happy Release Day! My Darling Jane by Ilsa Madden-Mills

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November 5, 2024

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Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills returns with a sexy he-falls-first sports romance about a quarterback and his frenemy-matchmaker.

On an ordinary day, Jane Darling wouldn’t be caught dead in a sports bar wearing a toga with angel wings. But she’s desperate to launch her matchmaking business to secure her young daughter’s future. Her mission: to attract new clients at any cost.

Her Cupid outfit catches the eye of New York’s beloved star quarterback, Jasper Jannich. She and Jasper have always clashed, but when a pushy admirer goes too far, he steps in as an unexpected knight in shining armor.

He offers a tantalizing proposal: to be Cupid’s Arrow’s premier client. Reluctantly, Jane agrees, aware of the business potential despite her reservations about Jasper and his playboy reputation.

As she sets him up on date after date, it grows clear that Jane’s the only woman he wants.
She is his goal, his endgame.

She’s not not interested…but her heart has been burned before. To get anywhere, they’ll need courage and faith. 

 Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited!

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Meet Ilsa Madden-Mills

#1 Amazon Charts, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today best-selling author Ilsa Madden-Mills pens angsty new adult and contemporary romances.

A former high school English teacher and librarian, she adores all things Pride and Prejudice, and of course, Mr. Darcy is her ultimate hero.

She’s addicted to frothy coffee beverages, cheesy magnets, and any book featuring unicorns and sword-wielding females. Feel free to stalk her online.

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My Review...

Welcome back to the amazing world that Ms. Madden-Mills has created!

In the second book of the Darlings series, we get to read the story of Jane and Jasper.

Jane is a single mom working in the family bookstore (of my dreams) and starting her own matchmaking business. Jane is dealing with some emotional scars that she pushes to the side to focus on her career and her darling daughter. 

Jasper is just wowza; he, too, is dealing with some emotional scars that make him into the man he has become.

Now, the chemistry between Jane and Jasper is fantastic, and I loved the love/hate relationship that bloomed between them, from friendship to more. It was an emotional rollercoaster that Ms. Madden-Mills was able to write with such talent.

From feelings of abandonment and not being worthy of love, Ms. Madden-Mills brings Jasper and Jane the love story that they both deserve!

I loved seeing past characters appear; it’s like a reunion in which you get to catch up with how everyone is doing!

Happy Release Day & Review! Headed for Home by Harloe Rae

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October 18, 2024

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HEADED FOR HOME BY HARLOE RAE

Release date: October 18th

 

Genre/Tropes: Steamy Romcom / Baseball player / Childhood Crush to Fling to Forever / Small town / Obsessive & Relentless Hero / Single Mama / Fast Burn / Sunshine x Sunshine / Cowgirl Heroine

 

Make to grab this small-town, steamy romcom TODAY!

https://book.harloerae.com/headedforhome

 

 

 

 

What to expect:

⚾ Steamy Romcom

⚾ Baseball Player x Cowgirl Heroine

⚾ Childhood Crush to Fling to Forever

⚾ Small Town Charm

⚾ Single Mama & Farm Owner

⚾ Obsessive & Relentless Hero

⚾ Fast Burn Romance

⚾ Sunshine x Sunshine vibes

 

 

 

 

Blurb

 

I’m willing to admit that I shouldn’t read spicy scenes in public.

But in my defense, the opportunity rarely rises elsewhere.

As a single mom and farm owner, my time is stretched thinner than horse hair.

Besides, I’d reached a pivotal peak in the story and couldn’t put it down.

 

That is until someone bumps into me.

My phone launches into the air like a base hit, but the device is caught before smashing into the ground.

It comes as no surprise considering the guy is a professional baseball star.

 

Drake Granger isn’t the boy I remember, but I could still pick him out of the roster while blindfolded.

This charming man doesn’t hesitate to tease me about what he spies on my screen.

He also doesn’t break stride before asking me out on a date.

 

But as previously mentioned, spare time isn’t a luxury I possess…

 

Drake claims that whatever I’m willing to give is plenty.

It doesn’t take long to prove that’s not the game he’s playing.

This pro is done striking out, and headed straight for home.

 

 

 

 

 

About the Author:

 

Harloe Rae is a USA Today & Amazon Top 5 best-selling author. Her passion for writing and reading has taken on a whole new meaning. Each day is an unforgettable adventure.

 

She’s a Minnesota gal with a serious addiction to romance. There’s nothing quite like an epic happily ever after. When she’s not buried in the writing cave, Harloe can be found hanging with her hubby and kiddos. If the weather permits, she loves being lakeside or out in the country with her horses.

 

Broody heroes are Harloe’s favorite to write. Her romances are swoony and emotional with plenty of heat. All of her books are available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.

 

 

 

Connect w/ Harloe:

Website: www.harloe-rae.blog

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/harloerae

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My Review…

 

I was so looking forward to reading this story, I fell in love hard with the fellas of Knox Creek, and this story is no exception!

This is the story of the final owner of Roosters, Drake and Cassidy.

Cassidy is the girl crush, the first kiss, and the woman that Drake had been waiting for and didn’t even know it.

Drake falls hard and fast and comes into Cassidy’s life like a whirlwind, and I loved the fast pace of their relationship.

You get to see past characters make their appearances known, but it doesn’t take away from the main story; it just adds to it.

I really love a story that is low angst, high swooniness, and when the man falls first, I love to read about how hard Drake chases after Cassidy and really embraces her whole world.

If you are looking for an insta-love, single-mom, swoony, steamy romance, get your hands on this story, you won’t regret it!

Happy Release Day & Review! Elevator Pitch by L.B. Dunbar

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October 17, 2024

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Meeting Ross Davis, professional baseball coach and my sports crush, is a funny story involving a
stalled elevator, the potty dance, and an attempt to get into his hotel suite. In my defense, that last
one was an accident.


He came to my room instead with a bottle of scotch and a sad soul.


My one night was not a stand, but more like a lie-in. As in, we snuggled and talked and not another
thing happened.
So, nothing surprises me more than seeing him again when he becomes the manager of the Chicago Anchors, my hometown pro-team, and our paths intersect once more.


It’s here the story gets fuzzy, because Ross Davis, that sexy silver fox, has a proposal for me.
Baseball players are notoriously superstitious, and Ross is somehow convinced I’m his good luck
charm. One who brings him success by sleeping with him.


Only sleeping.


The problem with this arrangement begins when those funny, fuzzy things called feelings get
involved. Eventually, his elevator pitch is no longer an easy walk in the ballpark or a simple
sleepover in his bed.
And I’m worried I’ll be the one left in the outfield when the season ends.

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From L.B. Dunbar comes an all-new sports romance with baseball at its heart and the sexy silver
fox coaching staff as the focus of the fans.

Buy Link:
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L.B. Dunbar loves sexy silver foxes, second chances, and small towns. If you enjoy older characters in your romance reads, including a hero with a little silver in his scruff and a heroine rediscovering her
worth, then welcome to romance for those over 40. L.B. Dunbar’s signature works include women and men in their prime taking another turn at love and happily ever after. She’s a USA TODAY Bestseller as
well as #1 Bestseller on Amazon in Later in Life Romance with her Lakeside Cottage and Road Trips &
Romance series. L.B. lives in Chicago with her own sexy silver fox.

To get all the scoop about the self-proclaimed queen of silver fox romance, join her on Facebook at
Loving L.B. or receive her monthly newsletter, Love Notes.

Connect with L.B. Dunbar:
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My Review...

Welcome to the world of Anchors baseball!

You can sense Ms. Dunbar’s love of the game with this new story. 

This is the story of Ross and Verona.

Ross is a baseball legend who carried his love of the game from player to head coach. His whole world is baseball, and when tragedy happens in his life, that is what seems to carry him through.

Verona has been a baseball fan her whole life. In fact, her love of baseball is a family tradition that started with her dad and carried on to her children. 

The meet-cute between Ross and Verona is what you would call “happenstance,” and that theme is carried throughout the story.

The complex relationship between Ross and Verona is so well written that it kept me invested in these two until the end. The Easter eggs of characters from her previous series do not detract from this story but give her fans (like me) a lovely little surprise.

I always fall hard for the characters that Ms. Dunbar creates, and this introduction to a new series is just another jewel in her crown as the queen of over-40 romance! 

Happy Release Day & Review! Runaway Bride’s Guide to Love by Chelle Sloan

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October 17, 2024

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Runaway Bride’s Guide to Love by Chelle Sloan is now live!

A swoony, age gap, brother’s best friend, runaway bride romance from bestselling author, Chelle Sloan.
What happens when a dream wedding turns into a complete nightmare?


Horrible Dress – Check
No Flowers – Check
A cheating groom pretending to be my Prince Charming – Check

What should have been a highlight of my life turned into me becoming a runaway bride after seeing my fiancé doing something no bride should ever see.
And instead of celebrating my marriage at my reception with my loved ones and adoring new husband, I’m getting drunk at a dive bar with a handsome stranger.

A stranger who shows up at my brother’s beach house, where I’m spending my honeymoon – alone.
But it turns out that my handsome stranger isn’t a real stranger at all. Emmett Collins is also my brother’s best friend and business partner.


I never pictured myself wanting a man like Emmett in his country boy jeans. But he turns out to be exactly who and what I need.
Two weeks. That’s what we’ve given ourselves. It’s the perfect vacation fling. He doesn’t do relationships and my life is…well…a mess is putting it lightly.


There’s just a few problems. Emmett makes me feel safe. His quiet smile lights me up inside. And that first time he kisses me? He brings out butterflies I never knew I could feel.
I think I’m falling in love with a man who doesn’t believe in forever.
And there’s no guide to love for that.

Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited
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Known for her witty sense of humor, Chelle Sloan is a former sports editor who recently completed her Masters in Journalism. She’s now putting that to good use—one happily ever after at a time. An Ohio native, she’s fiercely loyal to Cleveland sports, is the owner of way too many—yet not enough— tumblers and will be a New Kids on the Block fan until the day she dies. She does her best writing at Starbucks, or anywhere that’s not her house. Oh, and yes, you probably saw her on TikTok. As for her own happily ever after? Maybe one day…

Connect with Chelle
Website: www.chellesloan.com
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Yes, yes, yes! Welcome back to the magical world of Rolling Hills with a dash of Fury!

This newest story is full of heart, heat, and hilarity, and I am there for it!

This is the story of Emmett and Stella.

First off, I absolutely love the heroines that Ms. Sloan creates! Stella is fierce, she is independent, and yet she also has some vulnerabilities that tend to rear their ugly heads and dictate her future.

Emmett is the blue-collar hero of my dreams! Like Stella, she realizes that a man’s true worth isn’t in what they wear or how they look, it’s what’s in their heart and mind that makes a man a rock star.

This was a story that was hard to put down once I started, and I floved seeing them make their presence known! I was equally excited to see that this is just the first book in what I know is going to be a phenomenal series! 

Do yourself a favor and grab this story, then get ready to run!

Happy Release Day & Review! How My Neighbor Stole Christmas by Meghan Quinn

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October 15, 2024

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From USA Today and Amazon Charts bestselling author Meghan Quinn, comes a new undeniably funny and always spicy winter holiday, enemies-to-lovers romance. HOW MY NEIGHBOR STOLE CHRISTMAS is now available in all formats! Check out the excerpt below and one-click your copy of this steamy, hilarious romance today!

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About HOW MY NEIGHBOR STOLE CHRISTMAS:


A new winter holiday, enemies-to-lovers romance, from the undeniably funny and always spicy, USA Today bestselling author, Meghan Quinn.

Living in a year around Christmas town has it’s drawbacks. The caroling, the decorations, the insanely cheery spirit, it never disappears. It’s why I like to hibernate away in my cave–I mean house–keeping a healthy distance from the holly jolly spirits.

And all was going according to plan until my nemesis, Storee Taylor, moved in next door to care for her Aunt Cindy. Without blinking, she turned my simple world into a real nightmare-before-Christmas, especially when she decided to enter the town Christmas Kringle contest – which she was determine to win.

Well guess what? Over my cold-hearted body.

There was no way I was going to let her win, not after the history we’d shared.

So despite my promise to myself of never participating in the sickening Christmas season, I entered the competition as well. That’s right, I planned on beating Storee at her own game by pretending this grump’s heart grew three sizes this season.

And it was working until feelings between us started heating up.
We pretended to date.
We kissed.
And well, sparks flew from there.

Which led to one explosive night involving Christmas lights, the competition, and a ladder. Don’t let me convince you who stole Christmas, I think you need to find out for yourself . .

My Review...

What a fun-filled, swoony start to the holiday season with this stellar story by Ms. Quinn!

I loved everything about it! From the lovely town of Kringle to the convoluted relationship between Storee and Cole.

Storee (flove that name!) is brought back to the town of Kringle after leaving it a decade ago in disgrace; she carries that with her through the years and struggles when she first returns.

Cole, oh my me, this poor man has been through the wringer of devastation in his past, and it has made him the grinchiest grinch that ever was.

From miscommunication and untold feelings, we see the evolution of both Storee and Max. Through the competition, we see a holiday miracle that blossoms in the relationship between Storee and Max.

The secondary characters are fabulous and bring the hilarity that is always a hallmark of a Meghan Quinn story. 

You are going to fall in love hard and your heart will be filled with Christmassy goodness with this story! Bring on the mistletoe and the tinsel! I am here for it!

Happy Release Day & Review! Write or Wrong by Heidi Hutchinson

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October 3, 2024

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★★NOW AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED ★★


‘Write or Wrong’ by Heidi Hutchinson is finally LIVE and available in Kindle Unlimited! Go forth and read this latest addition to the Common Threads series!
Don’t miss this one if you like…
★friends to lovers
★slow burn
★found family
★forced proximity
★open door


★★Read in KU★★
https://smartypantsromance.com/books/write-or-wrong/

★★ BLURB ★★
Zara Lorna is kind of a big deal. After winning Artist of the Year (again), having a public argument with her boyfriend (again), and being whisked away by a man she barely knows (that’s new), it feels like she can’t go anywhere without drawing attention. It’s taking a toll on her and she could use a break.
Deciding to spend some time out of the public eye, she moves to Chicago to be close to Nikki. Hoping that being around her creative friend will cure her blues.
Asa Young was a rock star (almost). His dreams of traveling the world with his band came true (almost). These days, he’s content making commercial jingles at XY Records and staying as far away from the limelight as he can (that’s new). And he definitely doesn’t write music anymore.
Which means he should definitely stay away from Zara, no matter how much fun they have and how easy their connection. Being around her attracts too much unwanted attention.
Except that being around her is all he wants to do.
She reignites a flame inside Asa he thought had died long ago. And he is everything her heart has been looking for.
Is the connection they share strong enough to make them more than friends?
Or are there too many obstacles to make it work?
‘Write or Wrong’ is a full-length contemporary romance and can be read as a standalone. Book #9 in the Common Threads series, Seduction in the City World, Penny Reid Book Universe.

My Review...

I was so excited to return to the world that Ms. Hutchinson created in the Smartypants world!

The world of music, the world of celebrity, and the world where magic happens at XY studios! The way that Ms. Hutchinson brings her readers into this world is like going behind the curtain, beyond the red velvet rope, is realistic and full of swoons, and I am here for it!

This is the story of Asa and Zara and what a chemistry they had indeed!

A friend-to-lover romance is my favorite, and this one is gotta be one of the best.

I love the fact that Asa has an understanding of the world in which Zara has to live in. I also fell hard for him when he knew what he had to do and was willing to make the sacrifices needed to be the central, safe spot in her chaotic world.

Zara is a dynamo, a musical legend, but when it comes to some real-world feelings and relationships, she is just as vulnerable and fragile as the rest of us. 

I loved seeing past characters make their voices heard and helped Zara and Asa in their budding relationship!

This is definitely a re-read in the future, and I will have to go back and read the other books in this series! 

Happy Release Day & Review! Slapshot Surprise by Melanie Harlow

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October 1, 2024

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From USA Today bestselling author Melanie Harlow comes an opposites attract, steamy small-town hockey romance.

In my defense, I thought the plane was going to crash.

Otherwise, I never would have blurted out those embarrassing things to a perfect stranger.

Did I mention he turned out to be a scorching hot superstar of professional hockey?

But wait, there’s more.

When the plane lands safely, I rush off, praying I’ll never have to face him again. My luck holds out for less than twenty-four hours, when I realize he’s a groomsman at the wedding I’m attending.

We end up having a drink and a good laugh about my panicked confessions, and when he invites me up to his room for some no-strings-attached fun, I say yes. After all, a headboard rattling one-night stand with a guy who knows how to put the puck in deep isn’t something a bookworm like me ever thought she’d experience.

Neither are those two little pink lines.

Now what’s crashing are all the plans Joe Lupo and I had for our lives–separately.

After all, we’re totally wrong for each other. He’s commitment-phobic and completely focused on his career. And I want to plant roots in my small town–with someone who chooses me.

Love? It’s out of the question.

Until Joe Lupo lines up his shot and aims straight for my heart.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗹𝗮𝗽 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆! 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱!
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About Melanie Harlow

USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author Melanie Harlow writes sweet, sexy, feel-good romance. She likes her martinis dry, her heels high, and her history with the naughty bits left in. If she’s not writing or reading, she’s probably at Orangetheory or watching Schitt’s Creek again. She lifts her glass to readers from her home near Detroit, MI, where she lives with her husband, two daughters, and pet rabbit.

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My Review...

I just love going back to Cherry Tree Harbor! I love that Ms. Harlow has created a world where her different series have a chance to interconnect.

I also love that this is the next generation of her characters that long-time fans have loved. 

This is the story of Joe and Mabel.

A fantastic meet cute, and the chemistry between them is amazing.

I love Mabel’s quirks, levelheadedness, and pragmatic view of her relationship with Joe. Even when her world gets turned upside down, she knows she has a good support system with the Buckleys.

Joe thinks he has everything he wants and is very adamant about not changing his status quo. While we see the drive in him that he needs to have to be the NHL player he is, I love how Ms. Harlow can take that and spin it to make him see the world is more than just his hockey ambitions.

The dialogue is funny and I loved the play on hockey terms throughout the relationship that builds between Joe and Mabel. 

I was so happy that Mabel didn’t have to wait to get her story told. It was so well done!

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