Posted May 26, 2022 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, Owned or Purchased, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
She can’t remember their marriage…
But she can’t resist him!
Washed up on the pale pink sand of a luxury Italian private beach, Ally can’t remember anything except her name.
The man who saved her is a mystery, although Angelo Ricci insists she’s his ex-wife!
Stranded on Angelo’s island, Ally soon discovers her attraction to him is undeniable. It’s clear their divorce wasn’t amicable, yet Angelo looks at her with a heat that feels all-consuming.
And Ally is tempted to spend one night in her forgotten husband’s arms. A night that reveals more about their marriage than either of them expects…
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 May 25, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Historical Romance, Regency Romance, Series, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
When Charlotte Grisham is saved from an out-of-control carriage by a handsome gentleman, she knows fate has sent her the perfect man. The Marquis of Hawksridge is titled, handsome, and heroic—precisely the kind of gentleman her parents want for her husband. Before Charlotte knows it, she is engaged to be married.
Daniel Weston can’t believe his identical twin brother is marrying a lady he barely knows. Moreover, he’s begging off his own engagement party. Daniel allows his twin to talk him into going to the week-long house party in his stead…just for a few days. They used to pretend to be each other all the time in their youth. What could possibly go wrong?
Charlotte immediately realizes her fiancé has sent in a doppelgänger but continues the ruse so no one will realize her fiancé has all but abandoned her. Everyone sees her as perfectly behaved. But perfect girls do not share searing kisses with men who are not their betrothed. Charlotte knows her duty, but what about her heart?
Titles in The Maidens of Marbury series include — A Perfect Engagement -♥- Saving a Scoundrel -♥-
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 May 25, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
It’s never too late to give love a second chance…
When Shannon Cafferty thinks of Declan Morris, all she can remember is the passionate under-the-mistletoe kiss she planted on him when she was a teenager. And the soul-crushing look on his horrified face. That was all it took to break her heart…
But now, Declan is back in town working for the local veterinarian in the hopes of taking over the retiring vet’s practice. Shannon knows Declan never saw her as anything more than his friend’s little sister. But the more time she spends with him, the more she wishes that her teenage crush could turn into something real.
Declan never forgot that kiss. But Shannon is special, and the last thing he wants is to screw everything up by letting passion cloud his judgment. Because he needs this job to work out—needs to be able to stay in town, close to his family—and getting distracted by romance could blow his chances.
Right now, his focus has to be on his career. But as their mutual attraction grows, Declan is left wondering. Maybe just this once, he should let passion take control after all…
Titles in the Cafferty Ranch series include — Wild Love -♥- Wrangling Love -♥- Rugged Love -♥-
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 May 22, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Carina Press (Harlequin), Harlequin, NetGalley ARC, Romantic Suspense, Standalone Single Title, Trigger Warning! / 0 Comments
A former Marine learns to love again in this suspenseful, action-packed K-9 search and rescue from debut author Kathleen Donnelly.
After losing her military K-9, former Marine Maya Thompson swears she’ll never work with dogs again. But when she returns home to Colorado and accepts a job with US Forest Service law enforcement, fate brings K-9 Juniper into her life just as another tragedy unfolds.
Juniper, a beautiful two-year-old Malinois, isn’t the only new addition to Maya’s life. Josh Colten, the local deputy sheriff, insists on helping with her new case. Handsome and mysterious, he’s all anyone in town can talk about, but Maya can’t let herself like him, let alone trust him.
When Maya’s grandfather goes missing amid a growing drug war, Maya must put her faith in Josh, and her own battered instincts, to find him. But there’s a web of secrets tying her grandfather to the tragedy that brought Juniper into her life—secrets someone would kill to keep hidden.
This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
Possible Triggers: violence against women, drug and alcohol use, and discussion of suicide.
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Posted May 21, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
The man responsible for ruining her life…
just made her an offer she can’t refuse.
As heartless and irresistibly attractive as ever, bull-riding champion Drake Alexander says he has his reasons for wanting control of Fleur Barclay’s family ranch.
And Fleur is torn by her warring feelings for him—Drake is her ex’s brother and totally off-limits.
Yet she gives in to his powers of persuasion…and their sizzling chemistry.
But secrets and a devastating betrayal could turn these lovers back into bitter enemies in a heartbeat…
Titles in the Return to Catamount series include — Rocky Mountain Rivals -♥- One Colorado Night -♥- A Colorado Claim -♥-
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 May 21, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Continuity Line, Harlequin Special Edition, NetGalley ARC, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Service dog Jedi is playing…cupid
As a malnourished rescue dog, I never dreamed Wendy Alvarez would pull me for her Pets for Vets program. Turns out I’m the perfect support animal for ex-vet Greg Martin.
Though he insists he’s only my “foster,” I’m gonna chase Greg’s nightmares away and give him the courage to fly his plane again.
Plus get him to fall for that nice lady, Wendy. Those loners might be my trainers, but I’m pulling their heartstrings.
Titles in the Furever Yours multi-author series include — A New Leash on Love by Melissa Senate -♥- How to Rescue a Family by Teri Wilson -♥- Not Just the Girl Next Door by Stacy Connelly -♥- The Nanny Clause by Karen Rose Smith -♥- The City Girl’s Homecoming by Kathy Douglass -♥- It Started with a Pregnancy by Christy Jeffries -♥- Home is Where the Hound Is by Melissa Senate -♥- More Than a Temporary Family by Marie Ferrarella -♥- The Bookshop Rescue by Rochelle Alers -♥- Love off the Leash by Tara Taylor Quinn -♥- A Double Dose of Happiness by Teri Wilson -♥- It Started with a Puppy by Christy Jeffries -♥-
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 May 21, 2022 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Mini-Series, Harlequin Romantic Suspense, Owned or Purchased, Romantic Suspense, Series, Series Connection, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
He’s the target
She’s in the crosshairs
When organized crime threatens journalist Luca Rossi’s life, he assumes a fake identity. Now he’s “Luke Bishop,” keeping to himself at a dude ranch.
With a snowstorm and threats to his life closing in, proprietor Aubrey Colton needs his help. Suddenly he’s playing cowboy amid deadly conditions and fighting his feelings for her.
But can Aubrey and Luca survive their killer attraction…and the bulls-eye on their backs?
Titles in the multi-author Coltons of Colorado series include — Colton’s Pursuit of Justice by Marie Ferrarella –♥- Snowed In With a Colton by Lisa Childs –♥- Colton’s Dangerous Reunion by Justine Davis –♥- Stalking Colton’s Family by Geri Krotow –♥- Undercover Colton by Addison Fox –♥- Colton Countdown by Tara Taylor Quinn –♥- Colton’s Secret Sabotage by Deborah Fletcher Mello –♥- Colton’s Baby Motive by Lara Lacombe -♥- Colton’s Rogue Investigation by Jennifer D. Bokal -♥- Shielding the Colton’s Witness by Linda O. Johnston -♥- To Trust a Colton Cowboy by Dana Nussio -♥- Colton’s Ultimate Test by Beth Cornelison -♥-
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 May 20, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Connection or Spin-Off of Another Series, Modern Western Romance, Series, Series Connection, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
Moving on is never easy…
Small-town doctor and Endeavour Ranch co-owner Dr. Dallas Tucker has very few problems in life—other than a shortage of time and an inheritance he doesn’t believe he deserves. He loves volunteering at the local nursing home and is planning to open a clinic on the ranch. But when he discovers the woman who loved and left him has moved to Grand, Montana, he sets out to win her back.
Brewmaster Hannah Brand still regrets her impulsive mistake at her sister’s wedding. After discovering her high school sweetheart had cheated on her, she had a passionate one-night stand with a charming doctor and left town. Determined to pursue her dream of opening her own brewery, Hannah moves back to Grand and is determined to move on with her life—single.
But when the same handsome doctor walks through her door—and clearly makes house calls—Hannah’s past comes flying back. When old doubts resurface, Hannah wonders if time really can heal all wounds…
Titles in the Grand, Montana series include — The Montana Sheriff –♥- The Montana Doctor –♥- The Montana Rancher –♥-
Grand, Montana is connected to The Montana MacGregor Brothers, (which was reviewed on my Keeper Bookshelf blog and these links take you over there) those titles include — The Rancher Takes A Family – The Rancher’s Secret – The Rancher’s Proposal
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 May 19, 2022 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Harlequin, Harlequin Historical, Standalone Single Title, Victorian Romance / 0 Comments
The duke’s Southern belle…
Causing a stir in society!
Committed bachelor Andrew, Duke of Mansfield, is content to believe the lady he’s been betrothed to since childhood will never return.
But when the American Civil War drives Annabelle from her life in Virginia to England, Andrew finds himself reluctantly captivated by her!
Luckily, she is as unwilling to wed as he is—yet when inhibitions are lowered at a masked ball, Andrew’s intrigued to know the real Annabelle…
Titles in the Southern Belles in London series include — The Return of His Promised Duchess —♥— The Making of His Marchioness —♥— Falling for His Pretend Countess —♥—
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 May 18, 2022 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Never fall in love with a Carter cowboy…
After the humiliation of getting fired from her job in the city, Fiona Cafferty finds herself back home on the family ranch. Like it or not, she’ll be stuck working there until she can find another job. But she wasn’t prepared to work beside her old high school nemesis, Eli Carter.
Eli sure had changed over the years. For one thing, he’s grown up to become a smoking hot cowboy. He’s also a sweet, caring single dad now, which Fiona finds even sexier. So, when they run into Eli’s snarky ex-wife, Fiona comes to his rescue and claims they’re a couple. Now they’re stuck in a fake relationship. But her attraction is definitely real…
Eli is not a happy cowboy. Not only was he humiliated by his cheating ex, but now he’s worried that everyone will find out he’s got a fake girlfriend. He can’t imagine pretending to love someone like Fiona, who’s so vexing. And beautiful. And irresistible…
The last thing Eli wants to do is fall in love with another woman who won’t stick around. Too bad his heart just won’t listen to reason…
Titles in the Cafferty Ranch series include — Wild Love -♥- Wrangling Love -♥- Rugged Love -♥-
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 May 18, 2022 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Harlequin Mini-Series, Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Romantic Suspense, Series, Series Connection, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Did he really just agree to live with his ex
for the sake of a baby in need?
After he raised his stepsister, being a father feels like been there, done that for Texan Drake Rhodes.
But when his ex-lover, Cammie Wentworth, needs his help to care for an abandoned baby, Drake steps up.
It’s ironic that Cammie’s desire for children was why they broke up. And two years apart hasn’t cooled anything between them.
Cammie will be back in his bed. But when it’s over, will he walk away again…or go after a legacy of his own, with her?
Titles in the multi-author series Texas Cattleman’s Club: Fathers and Sons include — An Heir of His Own by Janice Maynard -♥- How to Handle a Heartbreaker by Joss Wood -♥- Married by Contract by Yvonne Lindsay -♥- From Feuding to Falling by Jules Bennett -♥- The Rebel’s Return by Nadine Gonzalez -♥- The Rancher’s Reckoning by Joanne Rock -♥-
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 May 18, 2022 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Special Edition, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
His head made the list
But his heart’s not in it
Ex-SEAL Max Del Toro persuaded his friend Ava Long to play matchmaker in exchange for posing as her boyfriend for one night.
He even gave her a list of must-haves for his future wife. Except now he can’t stop thinking about Ava—who doesn’t check a single item on his list!
Navigating his feelings seems more dangerous than any mission. Can Max abandon his plan and take a spontaneous risk for love?
Titles in the Charming, Texas series include – Winning Mr. Charming —♥— The Charming Checklist —♥— A Charming Christmas Arrangement —♥— A Charming Single Dad —♥— A Charming Doorstep Baby —♥— Once Upon a Charming Bookshop —♥—
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 May 17, 2022 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Modern Western Romance, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
The heart wants what the heart wants…
Web designer Zoe Wilson has two good reasons to avoid Cafferty ranch. First, she’s scared of horses. And second, she absolutely does not want to bump into her first love, Jake Cafferty. Too bad her best friend just happens to be Jake’s sister.
When she asks Zoe to update the ranch’s outdated website, Zoe agrees—happy to lose herself in the digital world. But the more time she spends near Jake, the more all those feelings from years ago rear up in her heart, kicking like a wild bronco…
Jake never told anyone, but Zoe broke his heart when they were kids. Now she’s back, and the gruff cowboy vows there’s no way he’ll let that happen again. But there’s something about Zoe that he just can’t resist, and he soon finds himself falling for her all over again… Hard.
When Zoe gets accepted into a prestigious program, she doesn’t want to give up on their love. But Jake can’t bring himself to leave the ranch.
Can these two broken-hearted souls finally come together? Or will they be torn apart for good…
Titles in the Cafferty Ranch series include — Wild Love -♥- Wrangling Love -♥- Rugged Love -♥-
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 May 17, 2022 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Harlequin Mini-Series, Owned or Purchased, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Will a surprise inheritance lead to not one
but two found families for this secret son?
Rejected by his birth family, author, and finance whiz Sutton Marchant made his own way in the world.
Now he’s back to fulfill the terms of his birth father’s will, which means staying with Lowrie Lewis, the irresistible manager of the Rossi Inn.
The last thing he needs is a distraction like her and her son, but he’s floored by their fierce attraction.
Sutton came to claim what’s his, but will Lowrie lead him to the biggest prize of all?
Titles in the Dynasties: DNA Dilemma series include — Secrets of a Bad Reputation – Wrong Brother, Right Kiss – Lost and Found Heir – The Secret Heir Returns –
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 May 14, 2022 by Marsha in Stacking the Shelves / 0 Comments
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts, and of course ebooks! And audiobooks. Don’t forget audiobooks!
In other words, if you can read it or if it can be read to you – no matter how you got it – it belongs in Stacking the Shelves. Reading Reality became the one and only host of Stacking the Shelves when Team Tynga’s Reviews closed its virtual doors in 2021. *from the Stacking the Shelves launch/information page at READING REALITY. And… STACKING THE SHELVES can always be found by clicking on this link to HOME at Reading Reality or the graphic over there <—.*
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I really need to get better at weekly book haul/book blogging-related events… but the fact is that time just gets away from me. And my TBR is out of control. Actually, I don’t think I’ll ever get that under control – and maybe you too? 🙂
I’ve only added one ARC to my stacks recently, mainly because I’m trying so hard to keep my hauls to the monthly Harlequin releases, and some NetGalley ones as well. But, I recently joined Booksprout and was lucky to find this one… The Secret Heir Returns by Joss Wood that concludes the Dynasties: DNA Dilemma series. That review will go live next week. So, this week is very light. (the novel graphic below links to Goodreads)
Hopefully, you’ve found some great reads to add to your stacks. And I’ll be back next week (it’s on my calendar now) with any additions to my own. Happy Reading, folks!
