Posted April 19, 2026 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired Suspense (Harlequin), Mystery, NetGalley, No Spice Romance, Romantic Suspense, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Hunted by killers. And time is running out fast…
Laurel Bell’s first day as a wildlife photography ranger takes a treacherous turn when she is nearly drowned by a masked assassin.
Her witness protection cover has been blown, and she knows it’s only a matter of time before her attacker returns to finish the job.
Her only chance at survival is police sergeant Heath Calhoun, who will do anything to deliver Laurel to her marshal handler.
But when Heath’s young daughter is taken hostage, the stakes are raised, and now they must race to outsmart the powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to exact their revenge…
Titles in the Forest Ranger Rescuers series include: Hunted in the Forest* ~ Abducted in the Woods^ ~ Targeted in the Swamp^ ~
This is a no-spice romance, perhaps with closed-door or fade-to-black scenes. Tension and kisses might be involved. Yet, keep in mind that this story is a “Suspense” novel, so there may be some indication of violence within the storyline.
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Posted April 18, 2026 by Marsha in Connection to another series, Harlequin, Harlequin Romance, NetGalley, Series/Duet, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
A taste of Mediterranean temptation…
Thaleia has had enough of uncommitted men and controlling parents. Her new island life is completely her own.
Until Enzo sails in on his superyacht! Her brother’s best friend is a bachelor through and through.
He’s also the only one who understands Thaleia’s need for freedom. And for the first time, she sees the chinks in his playboy armor.
The problem is, the Italian millionaire isn’t just kind, sexy, and misunderstood…he’s utterly off-limits, too!
Titles in the multi-author A Pact Between Tycoons duo/series include: The Trouble with Italian Millionaires by Karin Baine ~ Falling for the Grumpy Greek by Suzanne Merchant ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 18, 2026 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Modern Western Romance, NetGalley, No Spice Romance, Small Town Romance, Standalone / 0 Comments
They’re worlds apart… Can love bridge the gap?
Paleontologist Meg Farrell’s real life is twelve hundred miles away from her hometown in the Colorado Rockies.
But every time she returns to Bent Fork, she’s reminded how much of an outsider she still feels like—her whole family treats her as if she’s too fragile for ranch work.
But neighboring rancher Joe Hawk sees not only how capable she is but also how smart and kind she is.
When they rescue an injured dog together, she’s reminded of why she fell for him all those years ago…and the danger of repeating old mistakes.
Yet Hawk might be the one piece of history Meg can’t leave in the past.
~Standalone~
This is a no-spice romance, perhaps with closed-door or fade-to-black scenes. Tension and kisses might be involved.
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Posted April 18, 2026 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired (Harlequin), Modern Western Romance, NetGalley, No Spice Romance, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
They weren’t looking for love… until a four-legged friend came along.
After a devastating injury derails his military career, Logan Brock agrees to help his best friend run a dog rescue farm.
When vet tech Virginia Chapman brings her defiant son, Tyler, on her rounds, things initially don’t go well.
But the single mom appreciates Logan’s patience toward her child and recognizes an opportunity. Logan soon becomes the mentor Tyler needs as they all begin to bond over the care of a troubled stray dog.
But will rehabbing and training Bravo be enough to help them overcome old wounds…and consider a new future together as a family?
#41 in K-9 Companions
This is a no-spice romance, perhaps with closed-door or fade-to-black scenes. Tension and kisses might be involved.
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Posted April 17, 2026 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Kensington Books, Kindle Unlimited, Modern Western Romance, NetGalley, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Good guys and bad guys . . . myth and legend . . . gold and ranching. That’s what historic Rustler Mountain, Oregon, is made of, complete with feuding families descended from outlaws and lawmen. A century later, their grudges still hold—but for a new generation, when opposites attract, it might be time to surrender . . .
From killers to courtesans, the Hancock family has what might be called an eclectic history. But they’ve managed to leverage it into something respectable, creating the popular Hancock Wild West Show. The event features reenactments and trick riding—the latter performed by clever, charismatic Jessie Jane Hancock.
Jessie is usually unflappable, but lately something’s needling her—and it’s not just her annoying attraction to exasperatingly sexy Flynn Wilder, whose great, great, great, great, great grandfather was betrayed by Jessie’s just-as-many-times-great grandfather. It’s the upcoming mayoral election. Specifically, the unopposed candidate: Danielle LeFevre, mean girl, all-around awful person, and Flynn’s not-so-beloved half-sister. Jessie wants to keep Danielle from winning . . . and the only person who bothers Flynn more than she does is Danielle.
“I want you to be my first man.” Jessie Jane is hot enough to make him hallucinate, but her request is very real. Jessie wants to run for mayor, and she wants him by her side as her fake boyfriend. A Hancock is dating a Wilder. An outsider against the status quo. A drama their town will devour. Flynn always knew Jessie was a wild card, but bringing down his corrupt stepfamily is a temptation he can’t resist. Just like the vexing spark between him and Jessie. And once that fire catches, the real showdown begins . . .
Titles in the Rustler Mountain series include: Rustler Mountain ~ Outlaw Lake ~ Lonesome Ridge ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 17, 2026 by Marsha in Closed Doors/ Fade to Black, Connection to another series, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Love Inspired (Harlequin), NetGalley, No Spice Romance, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
A new ranch home… could lead to a new family.
After his marriage fails, single father Ryder Sinclair returns to his hometown with his young son to care for his ailing mother.
He’s surprised to run into his teenage crush, Kendall Hunt, whose career as a professional chef has been shaken by scandal.
As the two work together to save an Easter event usually hosted by Ryder’s mother, Kendall finds herself longing for this sense of family with Ryder and little Shepard.
But when she has a chance to go back to the life she once knew, will she choose the dream she’s spent years chasing…or the new dream that has taken hold of her heart?
Titles in the Legacy Ranch series include: Their Texas Christmas Redemption* ~ A Texas Easter Blessing** ~ The Pastor’s Christmas Prayer ~
(While not listed as part of this series on Amazon, I was first introduced to the Legacy Ranch through a K-9 Companion title, An Unexpected Companion)
This is a no-spice romance, perhaps with closed-door or fade-to-black scenes. Tension and kisses might be involved.
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Posted April 17, 2026 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Intrigue, NetGalley, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Suspense / 0 Comments
She has a target on her back… And a protector who won’t leave her side
Sheriff’s deputy Royal Campbell knows he’s been assigned to quiet little Hope Town because he’s the rookie.
Things get interesting when Franny Perkins witnesses a kidnapping, and the FBI takes over Royal’s investigation.
The sheriff wants Royal to stay close to Franny for her safety and because of Royal’s experience with the feds—even though that experience was on the other side of the law.
Staying close to Franny gets more complicated once it’s clear that she’s in danger. And after she and Royal share one reckless kiss…
Titles in the Bent County Protectors series include: Vanishing Point* ~ Killer on the Homestead* ~ Fatal Deception* ~ Eyewitness in Danger** ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 17, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Crime, Mystery, Romantic Suspense, Series, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
After surviving betrayal and violence, forensic investigator Dr. Cassia Davis lives a life of isolation, her once-brilliant career confined to online consulting. When a Hollywood Hills murder mystery exposes a mass grave connected to her past, Cass must confront the man who shattered her trust—FBI Special Agent Mitchell Keaton.
His mistake nearly cost her life. Now, working together on the crime scene investigation, they must unearth the truth about a serial killer tied to The Circle of the Red Lily, a ruthless secret society that controls Hollywood’s darkest corners.
But digging into the past means reopening old wounds. As their passion reignites, Cass and Mitch must overcome guilt, trauma, and the lies that tore them apart. Because the closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous the hunt becomes.
Solving her biggest case means facing her greatest fear.
Titles in the Circle of the Red Lily series include: Framed ~ Vanished ~ Unearthed ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 17, 2026 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Medical Romance, NetGalley, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Standalone / 0 Comments
Doctors…with benefits!
Pediatric consultant Will’s medical tech company made him a millionaire but destroyed his marriage. A fresh start at York Hospital is just what the doctor ordered—a refuge where nobody knows about his wealth or his heartbreak.
And his no-strings fling with fellow consultant Maddie is completely heart safe. It’s all about their mutual fiery attraction!
Only as their connection deepens, Will has a dilemma—keep his secret and spare himself more hurt or reveal his million-dollar deception and take a chance on forever with the woman he loves…
~Standalone~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 16, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Marietta, Marietta Montana, Modern Western Romance, Montana (Tule), Mystery, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Thriller, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
When the past knocks, deadbolt the door…
For private investigator Samantha Price, life is finally starting to feel more settled. Working investigations with her live-in boyfriend, Nate Bennet, is both personally and professionally fulfilling. With one of Nate’s brothers engaged and his older brother, Cal, finally moving back home to Marietta, Montana, the only thing that can disrupt the present…is the past.
Mystery author Jill Harrington can no longer pretend that her grandmother’s history isn’t important. She secretly hires Sam to get to the bottom of what caused Glenda’s traumatic muteness decades ago. But Glenda Harrington is a local ghost story to the people of Marietta, and she has no desire to change that. For years, she’s protected the Bennet family secrets along with her own, and she’ll do whatever she can to stop Sam and Nate from discovering the truth.
But attorney Cal Bennett knows his childhood memories still shield critical secrets. To understand what happened when he was a child, he joins forces with Jill, Sam, and Nate to dig up what Glenda’s been hiding. And what they unearth endangers them all.
Titles in the Western Edge Mystery series include: Double-Edged Reckoning ~ Dark Mountain Ambush ~ Long Lost Winter ~ Murder Never Forgets ~ Dead Man’s Alibi ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 16, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Mystery, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Thriller, Trilogy, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
Seven years after her twin sister vanished, single mother Mabel Reynolds has turned heartbreak into purpose. As a justice-seeking heroine, she’s dedicated to helping victims of violence find their voice. But when new evidence reopens her sister’s missing women mystery case, Mabel refuses to stay quiet—especially when the investigation leads straight to the city’s power players.
Assistant District Attorney Paul Flynn has been promised an easy win on the case—until Mabel storms into his life. Her passion for justice clashes with his political ambition, but their enemies-to-lovers spark quickly turns to something deeper. Together, they uncover a trail of secrets and lies linking Mabel’s sister to a web of corruption and crime that someone will kill to protect.
As desire and danger collide, Paul must choose between his career and the woman he’s come to protect. And Mabel must face the unthinkable truth about how far justice can go before it breaks her heart.
She’ll risk everything to expose the truth.
Titles in the Circle of the Red Lily series include: Framed ~ Vanished ~ Unearthed ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 16, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Harlequin, Harlequin Historical, No Spice Romance, Series/Duet, Victorian Romance / 0 Comments
A wallflower… fit for a duke?
Rosemary Crofton has always dreamed of marrying a dashing duke…just like her best friend’s brother, Michael Knight!
But as Rosemary’s stepmother always reminds her, someone so clumsy, plain, and unrefined could never hope for such a future.
Yet when enigmatic Michael needs Rosemary’s help protecting his sister, she’s suddenly facing a season on His Grace’s arm! As she’s whisked between the ton’s most fashionable addresses—including London Zoo!—she begins to feel that someone like her could belong in Michael’s world.
Will Rosemary write her own fairy-tale ending and claim her Knight in shining armor after all?
Titles in the Brides for Sworn Bachelors series include: Daring to Dream of the Duke (ARC) ~ Resisting the Roguish Captain ~
This is a no-spice romance, perhaps with closed-door or fade-to-black scenes. Tension and kisses might be involved.
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Posted April 15, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Mystery, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, Suspense, Thriller, Tule Publishing / 0 Comments
When photographer Riley Temple develops a roll of film and uncovers an image of a murdered woman, she becomes the target of a deadly Hollywood conspiracy. The deeper she digs, the clearer it becomes that someone powerful wants her silenced.
Her only ally is LAPD Detective Quinn Burton, a man whose loyalty to his family and the force is as unshakable as his attraction to Riley. Their partnership sparks an undeniable chemistry, but their investigation threatens to expose his father—the city’s police commissioner—as part of a secret society thriller that rules Los Angeles’s elite.
As Riley and Quinn race to uncover the truth, danger closes in. Caught between duty and desire, they’ll have to trust each other to survive. But in this world of love, lies, and corruption, trust could be the most dangerous choice of all.
A Hollywood conspiracy. A forbidden attraction. A truth worth dying for.
Titles in the Circle of the Red Lily series include: Framed ~ Vanished ~ Unearthed ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 15, 2026 by Marsha in Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, Series/Duet, Sexual Content / 0 Comments
Protecting his princess… From their dangerous desire!
Unexpectedly inheriting her kingdom’s crown, Cassie escapes to a glorious Greek island to enjoy her final days of freedom. Only to be thwarted by Ares, the infuriatingly irresistible man hired to protect her!
Cassie does not want a bodyguard—but she wants him in other forbidden ways…
Betrayed by those closest to him, Ares keeps the world at arm’s length. Until his proximity to Cassie causes his obsidian walls to rupture, igniting a thunderous passion!
Yet when he discovers he’s taken the queen-to-be’s innocence, Ares knows it’s time to leave…
Titles in the Royal House of Sadat duo/series include: Bodyguard’s Royal Temptation (ARC) ~ Unmasking His Pregnant Queen ~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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Posted April 15, 2026 by Marsha in Mystery, NetGalley, Standalone, Thriller / 0 Comments
What if everyone in the world found out who their soulmates are at the same time?
Olivia Adler’s life is picture-perfect: a behind-the-scenes job she loves in a bustling Manhattan newsroom, an engagement to golden-boy Wells, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to create the documentary she’s always wanted to make.
Then one sleepless night, everything unravels.
One message on Wells’s phone shatters her engagement.
A second message—an anonymous global email quickly dubbed Soulmail—shakes the world.
Delivered to every individual on earth, Soulmail reveals the name and birthdate of their soulmates. Suddenly, love as the world knows it is rewritten overnight, and Olivia accidentally becomes the face of the phenomenon when she reports on the story live and goes viral.
With millions watching her every move, Olivia resolutely refuses to open her Soulmail. She’s not ready for fate to make her choices—especially not now. But when she crosses paths with her childhood best friend—the boy she loved and lost—everything she thought she knew about destiny, timing, and love comes into question.
Is true love written in the stars…or something we choose for ourselves?
~Standalone~
This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.
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