Tuesday, May 4, 2021

The Prince I Love To Hate {a review}

Calling all fans of Royal romance!

The Prince I Love to Hate by Iris Morland is the first book in the Heir Affair duet. I went into this book knowing only what the teaser told me. So I knew we were headed to Ireland, I knew Niamh was going to be searching for her dad, I knew she was going to meet a Prince (Olivier), and I knew it was kind of a forced proximity type romance book.

What I didn't know was that the book was going to start off a bit slow. But really I think that was just the lead in to the story. It was the foundation being laid, and once the tasks were revealed (Niamh finding her dad, Olivier finding an antique clock), that is when the story really became intriguing. From that point on we are on the hunt. Not only that, but Niamh and Olivier were getting to know each other. There was a spark, but they were both too focused on their mission, and hating each other, to really fan that flame.

I'm telling you nothing else about the story, except for the fact that it ends in a cliffhanger.

Like I said above, the book started a bit slow for me, but redemption came. Once I was invested in the characters, and storyline, I had to know what happened next for Niamh and Olivier. I had to know why this clock was so important. I had to know why Niamh's dad has been nonexistent in her life. Plus there had to be something that bound these two journeys together. And there was. Oofta. Things are revealed. Things that shake up everything. And now I find myself wanting it to be June 15 so that I can read The Princess I Love to Hate. I need to know how this all wraps up!

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

If you'd like to read the teaser for The Prince I Love to Hate, please scroll a little bit further. There are also links to connect with Iris Morland, add the book to your Goodreads TBR, and links if you'd like to purchase the book.

This prince?

He’s anything but charming.

I’ve never been the girl who’s dreamt of a prince rescuing me from a fire-breathing dragon before whisking me away to his castle.

So when I fly all the way to Ireland to find my long-lost dad, I have no intention of playing the damsel in distress to some dude.

But the night I encounter—and accidentally wallop upside the head—Prince Olivier of Salasia, my plans are completely upended.

This prince is the opposite of charming, though. After thirty seconds in his presence, I want to feed him to a dragon.

But fate is a fickle b*tch. Before I know it, I agree to team up with Olivier in the search for my dad.

As I travel across Europe with this actual honest-to-god prince, I wonder, what’s the worst that could happen?

It’s not like I’ll be stupid enough to fall in love with Prince Charming.

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Meet Iris Morland

A coffee addict and cat lover, Iris Morland writes sparkling, swoon-worthy romances, including the Flower Shop Sisters and the Love Everlasting series.

If she's not reading or writing, she enjoys binging on Netflix shows and cooking something delicious.

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Monday, May 3, 2021

Mason {a review}

Sports romance with a little Motorcycle Club action happening? Give it to me!

Mason is Megan O'Brien's latest release, and I had the opportunity to read an advanced copy of the book. It was oh so WONDERFUL.

I'll admit that what initially drew me towards the book was the sports romance aspect. If you know me, you know that I love sports romance. And since I recently finished reading the Vegas Aces series by Lisa Suzanne, I was already in football mode. So reading Mason just made sense. Then add in that there is a connection to a MC series? It just gets better.

So what is the book about? Well, obviously it's the love story between Ellie and Mason. But their story starts at a party taking place at Mason's house. There the two meet and have an instant connection. It isn't until a bit later in the evening that Ellie finds out that Mason is a professional football player. This doesn't sit well with her, and she runs. Given her history, it makes sense. Mason isn't one to back down though. He's captivated by Ellie, and would like for her to give him another chance. As the story progresses we see Mason's protective side come out. He notices things that don't seem quite right, and he's doing everything he can to take care of it. Eventually Ellie fills Mason in on her history, and that just increases his levels of protection. Eventually it gets to a point where Mason calls home to his family, and this introduces the MC club.

This book was such a quick read. I loved every single moment of it, and sincerely hope that Megan O'Brien writes more sports romance with the MC club tie-in. Also, I need to go back and read the Ride Series. Now to figure out when to squeeze it into my schedule.

If you like alpha males, sports romance, instalove, a little suspense, and some help from a MC club, then go pick up Mason by Megan O'Brien. Just trust me on this.

Curious about my rating? I gave it a solid 4 stars.

Thank you for reading my thoughts,

If you'd like to read a teaser for Mason, please scroll a bit further. You'll also find links to connect with Megan O'Brien, add the book to your Goodreads, as well as a link to purchase the book.

Title: Mason

A Ride Series Crossover Novel

Author: Megan O'Brien

Genre: Contemporary Sports Romance

Release Date: May 3, 2021

BLURB

Ellie Mitchell has spent the better part of the last five years trying to move on from her past. As far as she's concerned, being alone is the best medicine. That is, until a certain football star comes barreling into her life, unexpected and oh so persistent.

Mason Jackson is a man who knows what he wants. And he wants Ellie. Ellie isn't like any woman he's met before with her quick wit and complete disinterest in his fame. Now, he'll need to convince her that taking a chance on him is worth it.

When Ellie's past resurges with dangerous consequences, Mason will do everything and anything to protect the woman he loves.

This is the story of Ellie and Mason, a Ride Series crossover novel.

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AUTHOR BIO

Megan O'Brien is the best selling author of the Ride Series and the Talon Security Series. She has a passion for a good love story and most enjoys writing stories with an alpha male and strong female characters.

Megan was born and raised in Northern California where she still resides with her handsome hubby and three amazing kiddos.

When she's not enjoying family time or burying her nose in her kindle she loves hiking, running and relaxing moments on the back porch with a glass of wine.

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Thank you to Megan O'Brien and Give Me Books PR for an advanced copy of Mason.
A positive review was not required. All thoughts/opinions on the book are mine.

Devious {a review}

Are you a fan of Mafia Romance books? If so, consider checking out Devious by J.M. Stoneback. This dark mafia romance features an arranged (ahem forced) marriage, it has an age gap, and it is enemies to lovers. So if any of those are what you like to read, then give this book a try.

Now I will say that Devious was a bit darker than I normally read. I can handle things to a certain level, and then I need to look away. Devious didn't have me looking away from the violent scenes, but there were a few times that I definitely cringed, and may have covered my eyes a smidgen. I also want to say that the "bedroom" scenes are not always carried out with consent. That was difficult for me to read, and so if that is a trigger for you, know that going in. Oh, and there is a trigger warning right at the beginning of the book that says "this book is a DARK romance. If you have sexual assault and violent triggers then this book isn't for you." So please keep that in mind.

Roselyn is the daughter of an underboss. And Lex, well he's in some debt. In order to repay that debt, he's given his daughter to Devious (he's the Don). Once they are married, his debt is forgiven. Roselyn doesn't want to get married, but she doesn't get a say in this. It's the way the rules have been written. Roselyn is essential a captive in the household. All technology has been taken away, and she cannot leave the property. There is a lot that happens in this book, and I can't even begin to go through it all. Just know there is a war between two families, and there is no room for forgiveness. It is intense.

I've read quite a few mafia romances as of late. Some I've enjoyed more than others. If I'm being honest, Devious wasn't my favorite. It was a decent story, and it had potential. Yet there was something about the flow of the book that didn't mesh with me. Then there is the fact that Cayden changed at the end of the book. That right there goes against what the author told us on the trigger warning page. She had told us that Cayden isn't a hero, and he isn't going to change for Roselyn. Yet he did. So what happened?

Since I like to be completely honest with you all, I gave this book 3 stars. I don't feel that it deserves anything lower than that, but I also don't think it should go higher. Will I read Villainous when it comes out? I don't think so. This series is a little too dark for my liking, and I'm not connected enough to the characters to continue.

If you choose to read Devious, please let me know your thoughts. I'd love to hear them.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

If you'd like to read the teaser for Devious, please scroll a bit further. I've also included links to Goodreads and Amazon, as well as links to connect with J.M. Stoneback.

It's time to pay my father's debt.

Nobody is stupid enough to steal from him, Cayden Vitali.

They call him Devious for a reason. He doesn't let his debts go unpaid. He collects what he's owed.

Lex Bartoli works for Devious. Lex should know better than to steal his money. But mistakes were made, and now it's time to pay.

Unfortunately for me, Devious knows exactly what he wants as payment for Lex's stupid mistake.

Me.

Lex's daughter.

If I won't agree to marry Devious, he has another way of making my family pay.

The choice is mine.

Marry the enemy... or watch him kill my father as payback.

Devious is a mafia book with an arranged marriage, enemies to lovers and an age gap romance. This book contains graphic violence, dubious content, and may contain triggers.

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Meet the Author

J.M. writes New Adult, contemporary, paranormal romance. When she is not reading and writing about hot guys, she is spending time with her boys and husband. Travel, food, video games, and anime are her hobbies.

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Thank you to Wildfire Marketing and JM Stoneback for an ARC of Devious.
A positive review was not required. All thoughts are my own.

The Secret Letters of Olivia Moretti {cover reveal}

Jennifer Probst has revealed the cover for The Secret Letters of Olivia Moretti!

Releasing: February 2, 2022

A secret romance pushes three estranged sisters to the Amalfi Coast to follow clues about their mother's past, and challenges them to a whole new future, from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst.

Sisters Priscilla, Devon, and Bailey haven't been close in years, but when they're forced to come together to settle their mother's estate, they discover a secret none of them knew. In an old trunk, they happen upon ownership papers for a house on the Amalfi Coast, along with a love letter from their mother to an anonymous man, promising to meet him in Italy during the summer of her seventieth year.

Now they're questioning everything they knew about her history. In order to get answers about the woman they thought they knew, they'll have to go back to where it all started. The sisters embark on a trip to the stunning cliffside village of Positano, Italy, to track down the mysterious ex-lover, and figure out who their mother really was.

As Priscilla, Devon, and Bailey unearth the truth, they also experience the magic of Italy, the power of sisterly love, a little unexpected romance, and newfound hope for the future.

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Meet Jennifer

Jennifer Probst wrote her first book at twelve years old. She bound it in a folder, read it to her classmates, and hasn’t stopped writing since. She holds a masters in English Literature and lives in the beautiful Hudson Valley in upstate New York. Her family keeps her active, stressed, joyous, and sad her house will never be truly clean. Her passions include horse racing, Scrabble, rescue dogs, Italian food, and wine—not necessarily in that order.

She is the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of sexy and erotic contemporary romance. She was thrilled her book, The Marriage Bargain, spent 26 weeks on the New York Times. Her work has been translated in over a dozen countries, sold over a million copies, and was dubbed a “romance phenom” by Kirkus Reviews. She is also a proud three-time RITA finalist.

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Friday, April 30, 2021

Devil May Care {cover reveal}

DEVIL MAY CARE (The Devil Trilogy #3) by Amelia Wilde

Release Date: June 15th

Blurb:

What is a pirate without his ship? Without the sea?

I sacrificed everything to save Ashley. Now we’re hiding out while I build a new ship, a new life for myself. It’s paradise here on the island. Sparkling water and lush greenery. A beautiful woman by my side. But the threat of danger grows closer. The net tightens. We’re at risk every second we stay here, but there’s nowhere to run. Even the ocean won’t save us now.

Devil May Care is the third book in the Devil trilogy by USA Today bestselling author Amelia Wilde. The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea and A Deal with the Devil must be read first.

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Amelia Wilde is a USA TODAY bestselling author of steamy contemporary romance and loves it a little too much. She lives in Michigan with her husband and daughters. She spends most of her time typing furiously on an iPad and appreciating the natural splendor of her home state from where she likes it best: inside.

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