Reluctantly Perfect {a review}

 

Friends, I just finished reading Reluctantly Perfect by S.E. Rose and oh my word did I enjoy this book.

Let's back up for a minute though. Reluctantly Perfect is the fifth book in the Perfectly Imperfect Love series by S.E. Rose. In this book we meet up with Megan and Clark. They had been friends since they were itty bitty. Then when they were in 8th grade things went awry. You see they kissed during a game of spin the bottle, and well, that kiss changed things. Suddenly their friendship slipped away, and they became mortal enemies.

That's right friends, Reluctantly Perfect is a hate to love (or enemies to lovers) story. 

I went into the story knowing what I had read in the teaser. It caught my attention, and I decided to go for it. I'm glad that I did. 

Megan and Clark are fantastic together. They have all this history together, and even though they were enemies for so long, their families still spent time together. Therefore they still spent time together. Now they attend the same college, and are getting ready to graduate. Not only that, they have both applied for an internship, and the company is only taking 6 people. So naturally this is causing a bit of tension. Then there was the scene at the sorority house. No not that steamy one. The other one scene that happened a bit later. I immediately knew who was behind it. But that still didn't stop me from jumping a bit. Yeah. 

There is so much I want to say about the story. Yet I'm afraid I'll say too much, and spoil the story. Just know Megan and Clark get their HEA. Ahh gotta love that the majority of romance novels end with that.  Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go and check out the first four books in the series. Oh, and look at that, Amazon is telling me Undeniably Perfect is a freebie. WOO HOO!

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

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Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

Clark Moore has his sight set on a coveted internship as he finishes college. The only problem is…Megan Lennox.

Megan Lennox once had the world’s biggest crush on the boy across the street. But somewhere between middle school and college, Clark Moore became her greatest rival.

Now, the two competitive former friends are about to be forced to work together if they want a chance at one of the most exclusive job opportunities in their field.

And they are about to find out that their arch enemy may just be their heart’s perfect match. Will they be able to see past their differences, or will they let their chance at happily ever after slip away?

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USA Today & International Bestselling romance author, S.E. Rose lives near Washington D.C. with her family. When she's not wrangling her cats or keeping up with her kids, she's plotting her next story. She loves all things wine, coffee, and cats. In her non-existent free time, she enjoys traveling, going to concerts, binging on her favorite shows, and reading, especially if it's a good mystery or comedy.   

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Diesel {a review}

You may recall that Driven by K. Bromberg was my favorite read of March. So when I discovered Diesel by Lyssa Cole was set in the Driven world, I knew I had to read it. 

Diesel follows Luca and Neveah. Neveah works for Walker Tires, and is in charge of driver sponsorships. Luca is a NASCAR driver who happens to be the resident bad boy. Neveah is determined to sign him, as she think he will bring a boost of revenue to the struggling Walker Tires. She also sees the good in Luca, the man she knows he really is. The problem? Well for one, Neveah needs to convince her dad that this is a smart plan, as he is seriously doubting it. After all he's seen everything that has been said/published about Luca. The other? That would be getting Luca to change his image. First though, she needs Luca to accept the sponsorship.

It was so nice to be back in car racing/race track setting. I'm finding that this is an area of sports romance that I want to read more of. So I'm thinking I'll stick around the Driven world for a while.

Overall, I truly enjoyed Diesel. Seeing how Luca and Neveah started this relationship. Back when they absolutely despised each other, yet there was that spark that neither could truly deny. Then witnessing the relationship progress, but neither wanting to admit to it. Even their inevitable fight. I was here for all of it.

I did find myself wondering when the dramatic moment would happen. I was anticipating it, as I knew there had to be THAT moment. When it did happen, I can't say I'm surprised about how it played out. Naturally my heart broke a little bit, as that's just who I am. I felt crushed for Neveah. I was worried about Luca. I was curious about how Neveah's family would react. Then my mind wandered to what happens next? What does this mean for Luca's career? What will happen to Walker Tires? What will happen with Luca and Neveah? Thankfully all of that was covered, so I didn't have to wait long.

One thing I would have liked to see more of within the book, was more about Luca and Neveah's business relationship. I wanted to see them working together, and see how Neveah was changing things for Luca. But we didn't get that. (and that's okay! I fully understand not everything can be included in a book.)

When it's all said and done, I enjoyed the book. I fell for the characters, as well as the setting. Now I'm finding myself wanting to check out other books by Lyssa Cole. So I will need to do that.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

Please scroll a bit further to read the teaser for Diesel. There are also links to purchase the book, as well as a link to add it to your want to read list on Goodreads. Oh, and of course links to connect with Lyssa Cole.

Release Date: April 22

Luca DeMello- I hate him, he's sex, arrogance, and trouble rolled up in a race suit. My dad warns me to stay away... but I sign him anyways. So why does my heart pound and my skin prickle every time he looks at me?
 
Neveah Walker- She gets on my nerves. She's a woman in a man's world. Who cares if she has curves for days, smells like heaven, and is bossy as hell?
 
He’s the latest and greatest in the motorsports world. Killer driver, makes a ton of cash, and everyone wants to sponsor him. Too bad he’s got a bad reputation and an even worse attitude.
 
She’s the one trying to help her family business. Hell bent on not letting anything come between her and her career.
 
But when Luca performs less and demands more of Neveah, will she be the one that loses? Or will he be without one of his biggest sponsors? 

Lyssa Cole’s Diesel is a sexy, angsty, enemies to lovers contemporary romance in K. Bromberg’s Driven World. It features cameos from Colton and Rylee, with Luca being a part of Colton’s race team at the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California. 

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Lyssa Cole has been in love with books for as long as she can remember. Escaping into a story is her favorite pastime. Wanting to be a writer for a couple years now, she is now crafting her own stories. 

She loves to write angsty, sexy romance with lots of heat and some suspense to keep you guessing and wanting to turn that page! 

She lives in Southeastern Mass with her two kids and two dogs. Lover of coffee, all things chocolate, & always the avid reader, you can keep up with Lyssa Cole by subscribing to her newsletter below. 

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The Faker {a review}

Back in January I was scrolling through Instagram, and noticed a post about a new hockey romance series. To say I was intrigued would be an understatement. I immediately found myself on Amazon, and soon had the first three books in the series ordered.

That series was The Boston Hawks by Gina Azzi. I read The Sweet Talker, and was captivated. Then The Risk Taker came out, and and I fell further for these characters. Well now, now it's time for The Faker. Now I get Torsten and Rielle's story. Torsten grabbed my attention back in The Sweet Talker, and I couldn't get him off my mind. Rielle has been there since the beginning as well, but we didn't see a ton of her. Obviously in The Faker, it's all about these two.

I absolutely loved The Faker. From the beginning to the end, I did not want to put it down. There was a time, at the beginning of the book, where I was cringing (and literally saying eww no). Everything that happened after that altercation had me saying 'more please'. Torsten and Rielle are amazing together. The chemistry between them is undeniable. Should we talk about the steam? Oh friends, it is STEAMY. 

A little over midway through the book, I found myself wanting to throttle Torsten and Rielle. Oh they were frustrating me. But in the end it was worth it. It just was.

Oh and yes, I totally had tears running down my cheeks a few times. I can't help it, I am an emotional person, and the feelings just hit hard sometimes. I won't tell you which scenes hit me, but there were a few. And that's all I will say about that.

If age gap romances are your thing, then read The Faker! (He's 37, she's 24)

If marriage of convenience is your trope, then read The Faker!

If millionaire/billionaire romances are your thing, then read The Faker!

Obviously if sports romance is a favorite, then read The Boston Hawks series.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

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Title: The Faker

Series: Boston Hawks Hockey #3

Author: Gina Azzi

Genre: Contemporary Sports Romance

Release Date: April 21, 2021

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NHL hotshot Torsten Hansen is a lot of things. My husband shouldn't be one of them.

One emotional night slinging tequila shots and singing karaoke with the Hawks defenseman turns into more than I bargained for. A wicked hangover, an eviction notice, and a marriage proposal.

If Torsten and I wed, he can fulfill a promise to his grandmother and the debt I'm drowning in will be paid by his trust fund. It's a win-win, an easy and straightforward arrangement between friends.

So what if my friend has piercing blue eyes, a sensual smirk, and a body that occupies my dreams? It shouldn't matter that Torsten understands my past and makes me feel safe.

Except it does. Because if I give my heart to my husband, how will I survive our eventual divorce?

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I walk beside her, wondering if I’ve lost my damn mind.

What the hell was I thinking? Did I seriously just propose marriage to a woman I’ve spent a total of fifteen hours with, in group settings, over blueberry pancakes?

Yes, yes I did.

We’re quiet as we walk, both of us lost in our thoughts. Except mine swing from angry to needy to frustrated. I hate that Rielle questioned our friendship, as if I don’t give a shit about her. I know we aren’t close and don’t really know each other but does she seriously think I treat her the same way I treat puck bunnies? Her accusation stung and it shouldn’t have because it’s the perception I’ve spent years cultivating.

I just don’t like that it worked on her.

Then, there’s the fact that she’s obviously in some kind of trouble. Four hundred and seventy thousand dollars? Really? That’s not normal credit card or student loan debt. That’s serious, life-altering, damaging debt. Is someone trying to shake her down? Is that why she has bruises on her arm?

Jesus. I scrape a hand over my face, glancing at Rielle from the corner of my eye. She keeps her head straight ahead, her footsteps even, her shoulders pulled back. I couldn’t get a read on her if I was a fucking mind reader.

But marriage? No, I didn’t propose marriage. I proposed something different. A transaction. And she knows it.

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Gina Azzi writes emotional and captivating contemporary romance novels with heart-warming happily-ever-afters. She is the author of Second Chance Chicago Series, The Kane Brothers Series, Finding Love in Scotland Series, The College Pact Series, and Corner of Ocean and Bay. All of her books can be read as stand-alones. 

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Anything for this Love {cover reveal}

Look at this cover for Anything for this Love by Ashley Cade! 

STUNNING!

Also, can we talk about that teaser? I need to read this book NOW. Seriously.

It sounds like Anything for this Love is going to be intense, and I am looking forward to every moment of it.

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My Lucky #13 {cover reveal}

One of my favorites, Piper Rayne, has just revealed the cover for their upcoming book My Lucky #13! 

My Lucky #13 is the first full length novel in the Hockey Hotties series. We all know how much I love hockey romance, so I am looking forward to devouring all the books! (and oh how I'm hoping Piper Rayne will announce additional titles to the Hockey Hotties.)

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My Almost Ex {a review}

 

If you know me, then you know that, at the start of the event that changed 2020, I discovered a series called The Baileys. It is by the writing duo Piper Rayne. Each book in the series follows a different sibling. All of them were amazing. There are also some bonus books where the whole crew is together, and those were just magical. Also, Grandma Dori is a hoot, oh how I love that lady. (Yes, I love a fictional character.)

About the time The Baileys was wrapping up, Piper Rayne announced a spin off called The Greenes. This is Ethel's family. Ethel is one of Dori's side kicks, and together they always bring a good time. I have read the novella My Twist of Fortune, and loved it. I have read My Beautiful Neighbor, and freaking adored it. Well now, now it is time for My Almost Ex.

My Almost Ex was teased at the end of My Beautiful Neighbor. So if you've read that book, then you know that Lucy suddenly appears at the brewery. We find out that Lucy is dealing with amnesia, and doesn't remember leaving Adam. Lucy fully believes they are still happily married. Well technically they are still married, they just aren't together.

This book is all about Adam and Lucy's journey toward reconnecting. Now obviously while that is the primary focus, we also have Lucy's amnesia to focus on, as well as her Mom. Lucy's Mom is clearly hiding something, and there is a reason she didn't want her daughter to return to town.

I read My Almost Ex in one day. It was so good, and I could not put it down. I want to tell you things I specifically enjoyed, but that has the potential to ruin the story for you. So all I will tell you is that you'll get your HEA. You'll also find out why Lucy left Adam. Oh, I can also tell you that the next book, My Vegas Groom, gets set up, and we know which family member's story is getting told next. WOO HOO. Is it May 18 yet?

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

Please scroll down a bit further to read the teaser for My Almost Ex. I've also included a link to add it to your "want to read" list on Goodreads, as well as a purchase link for Amazon. Oh, I have all the socials for Piper Rayne as well. Can't forget that!

In the middle of a crowded bar in our small Alaskan town, my estranged wife snuggles up to me as if we’re still a happy couple.

Don’t get me wrong, we were a happy couple—before she walked out on me a year ago. We were the high school sweethearts everyone thought were destined to be together forever. We thought so too, which is why we married shortly after graduation.

We had a good marriage. Until she left me without any real explanation. 

Now, she’s back—and this is the real kicker—she has amnesia and thinks I’m still her husband. Technically I am, although the divorce papers are sitting at the lawyer’s office. 

She’s desperate to remember her life in Sunrise Bay but I only want to find out why she left me. Once we conjure that memory up, it’s sayonara because there’s no second chances here. But as you probably already figured out, things didn’t go quite as I planned.

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Weekly Wrap Up

 

Hello my friends! Welcome to a new week. 

Last week was a low key sort of week for my family. The kids all had school. The teenager's asynchronous day changed from Mondays to Fridays so that threw our routine off kilter a bit. The 8 year old attended a birthday party at a bowling alley and had a blast. Meanwhile the 6 year old continues to rock his sight word lists that the teacher sends home. The 5 year old had her well child doctors appointment, and then that same day decided to cut her hair. She gave herself a mullet, and we had it fixed the next day. She now is sporting a cute little bob. As for me, well I had my first dose of the vaccine. Oh, and my husband is thinking about applying for a possible new job (at the same company).

Before we talk about the books I read last week, let's start by going over the stats.

Books Read: 7
Kindle Books: 7 
Pages Read: 1,764

My favorite book of the week was The Faker by Gina Azzi. Hockey romance, need I say more? I will say picking a favorite this week was ROUGH. So rough. But ultimately hockey won out. Because hockey.

So what did I read? Well let's talk.

Diesel {teaser blast}

Ooooh, check out this teaser for Diesel by Lyssa Cole! I absolutely loved the Driven series, so I am positive I will like Diesel. Wonder if it has the potential to make my top 5 for April? Time will tell.

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Luca DeMello- I hate him, he's sex, arrogance, and trouble rolled up in a race suit. My dad warns me to stay away... but I sign him anyways. So why does my heart pound and my skin prickle every time he looks at me?
 
Neveah Walker- She gets on my nerves. She's a woman in a man's world. Who cares if she has curves for days, smells like heaven, and is bossy as hell?
 
He’s the latest and greatest in the motorsports world. Killer driver, makes a ton of cash, and everyone wants to sponsor him. Too bad he’s got a bad reputation and an even worse attitude.
 
She’s the one trying to help her family business. Hell bent on not letting anything come between her and her career.
 
But when Luca performs less and demands more of Neveah, will she be the one that loses? Or will he be without one of his biggest sponsors? 

Lyssa Cole’s Diesel is a sexy, angsty, enemies to lovers contemporary romance in K. Bromberg’s Driven World. It features cameos from Colton and Rylee, with Luca being a part of Colton’s race team at the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California. 

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Caught in Us {cover reveal}

Kacey Shea has revealed the cover 
for Caught in Us, Caught Series #4!



Releasing May 20, 2021

"I can't be the one to rescue you. You have to save yourself."

I never expected Alicia Martin to walk back into my life. Not after the way she left. Not after her letter. Yet here she is, more alluring than ever, and with a secret that flips my world on its axis. 

Three years ago I would have done anything to be with her, but now things are different. Complicated. I have a life here in Richmond, one I'm proud of and worked hard to build. 

That doesn't mean I've given up hope. 

If anything, she's restored my belief in second chances. The last time we were together, I gave her plenty of reasons to run. This time, I'll convince her to stay.

Caught in Us is the epic conclusion to Chase and Alicia's story. 
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Kacey Shea is a USA Today bestselling author of steamy contemporary romance. She enjoys writing strong and smart heroines, heroes with hearts of gold, and stories that deliver a satisfying, well-earned happily ever after.

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The Best Man {teaser}

 

The Best Man by Lydia Michaels is releasing April 27, 2021!

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Patrick fell for Julie in kindergarten, when she shared her snack with him. As her childhood best friend, he adored and protected her for years, until she gave her heart to someone else. Loving Julie meant letting her choose her own path, so he did the gentlemanly thing and bowed out of her life, but never stopped loving her from afar. 

When Patrick returns to Jasper Falls for his brother's wedding, Julie is there--alone--and he decides it's time to hang his heart on the line, but Julie has been keeping secrets, too. 

Is it ever too late for a first love? When it comes to Julie Cook, there could never be another. And, this time, Patrick Clooney is determined to prove himself as the best man.

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