Wednesday, May 18, 2022

On The Edge by Julia Connors {a review}

Julia Connors new release, On The Edge, is a steamy second-chance romance set in the world of competitive skiing. This debut novel is sure to catch your attention, and have you coming back for more. Jackson and Nate's story will pull you in, and have you waiting to see how they find their happily ever after.

Oh how I love a good second chance romance! The fact that this was slow burn, steamy, and a sports romance had me all in.

Jackson was perfectly content living her life, working at the job she loved, and she had her relationship with Marco. Except that relationship was causing a bit of turmoil. After returning to work from a long (and much needed) vacation, Jackson finds out she has a new client, and will be expected to travel with him to all the races. The minute she sees THAT name on the folder, she's ready to run. The way her relationship with Nate ended still caused heartache, and she was still angry. Meanwhile Nate was living life the best he could. He was doing what he loved, but he didn't have the woman he loved by his side. It was time to find his way back to her. To show her that it was only ever her. She was it for him.

This book was filled with so much emotion. These two have quite the past, and you can feel the connection between them. Their road to reunion wasn't easy though. But Nate knew that would be the situation when he started. Secrets were still being kept. Jackson was guarding her heart. Friends were worried. Plus they worked together, so that made a reunion even more difficult.

The big moment was pretty intense. I knew that drama was coming, but I wasn't expecting it to be that grand. I'm still not over all of that, and how it affected Jackson. I also still have a question or two regarding all of it.

The reunion took a while to happen, but I was so happy when it did. I was rooting for these two.

On The Edge was my first book by Julia Connors that I had read, and I cannot wait for the next in this series. Sierra has me intrigued. I'm also looking forward to Petra's story, and I would love to see something regarding Marco.

Thank you for taking time to read my random thoughts about On The Edge. Go grab this new release, or download it on Kindle Unlimited. I truly think you'll find yourself intrigued by the characters, and loving the setting. 

Happy Reading,
Laura




Once upon a time I had it all: an Olympic gold medal, a career as a professional ski racer, and a happily ever after so close I could almost touch it. Then my perfect life imploded in one tragic weekend. 

Five years later I’ve rebuilt my life with the best girlfriends, the perfect new boyfriend, and a new career. Now my ex—the one who wrecked everything five years earlier—is back as the newest member of the National Ski Team and I’m forced to be his physical therapist. 

My days are filled with him. He’s constantly shirtless and sweaty and sexy as sin, and trying to make me fall in love with him again. 

But I built these walls around my heart for a reason—and his presence is threatening to undo everything I've created without him. With the stakes this high and the sexual tension this hot, this could all go so very wrong. 

Or, maybe we’re on the edge of getting everything we ever wanted.


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Meet Julia Connors


Julia Connors grew up on the warm and sunny West Coast, but her first decision as an adult was to trade her flip-flops for snow boots and move to Boston. 

She’s been enjoying everything that New England has to offer for over two decades, and now that she’s acclimated to the snowy winters and finally found all the places to get good sushi and tacos, she has zero regrets. 


You can usually find her in front of her computer, but when she stops writing she’s most likely to be found outdoors, preferably with a pair of skis or snowshoes strapped to her feet in winter, or on a paddleboard in the summer. 


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Thank you to Julia Connors, and Wildfire Marketing Solutions, for providing me with an advanced review copy of On The Edge.

With Every Breath by JH Croix {cover reveal}


With Every Breath is coming October 11, 2022! This is the sixth book in the Light My Fire series from JH Croix.


With Every Breath is a swoony, firefighter romance set in small town Alaska! You are not going to want to miss this one. What will you get in With Every Breath?

 

✔A nosy, matchmaking grandmother.

✔Meet cute in birthday suit. 😳

✔A broody, smokin’ H-O-T hero.

✔A brilliant, tomboy heroine.

✔A three-legged sweet rescue dog.

✔Plenty of small town shenanigans. 


Jonah & Alice’s story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, hotshot firefighters, smart & sassy heroines, nosy friends and relatives, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, oozing with swoon, and one smokin’ hot broody hero.



Cover design by Najla Qamber

 


Alice

I didn’t mean for the whole wedding party to see me skinny dipping.


That’s how I met Jonah, my new, way too hot for my sanity neighbor.

 

Jonah

I came to Alaska to escape. I prefer to leave tragedy behind and don’t need anyone reminding me I’m a hero. I’m not. I’m damaged goods and not in the market for romance.


Alice is beyond distracting, and I can’t avoid her. My grandmother thinks we’re fated for each other. While I’m busy trying to ignore my grandmother’s matchmaking, I make the mistake of kissing Alice. My willpower burns to the ground in a matter of seconds.




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 Meet J.H. Croix


USA Today Bestselling Author J. H. Croix lives in a small town in the historical farmlands of Maine with her husband and two spoiled dogs. 


Croix writes steamy contemporary romance with sassy women and rugged alpha men who aren't afraid to show some emotion. Her love for quirky small-towns and the characters that inhabit them shines through in her writing. 


Take a walk on the wild side of romance with her bestselling novels!


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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Wild About You by Rebecca Jenshak {a review}

Wild About You by Rebecca Jenshak is now available! This is the second book in the Wildcat hockey series, and I'm in love. If you're looking for a second chance romance, or like books that kind of have the nanny/single dad romance happening, then you need to check this one out. Now I say kind of on the nanny/single dad romance as Tyler is taking care of his younger sister (16/17), and Piper is helping out. I hope that made sense.

That being said, I freaking love this series!

Tyler and Piper were amazing together. I completely understand why Tyler did what he did all those years ago. Should he have had the conversation with Piper? Well yeah, he should have. But he was young.

Tyler loves his family and friends. His friends have stepped up in his life, and are doing what they can to help him out. Everly has created quite the bond with the guys as well. She may have shook up her brother's life, but she has found a safe place to land.

Piper is pretty amazing as well. The last four years haven't been easy for her, but she's pushing through. She's about to finished her undergrad, and is going to be a teacher! Piper knew that Tyler was in Minnesota, but she had no plans on seeing him. Until it happened, and then everything came rushing back.

I loved these two together. These two knew at a young age that they were meant to be. Call it first love, call it soul mates, no matter what these two are amazing together.

Everly has caught my attention, and I am finding myself wondering if she'll end up with one of the Wildcats. Then there's Jack who continues to pull me in. I don't know who the next book, Wild Ever After, is going to focus on, but I need to know now!!

Love the series. Love the characters. Am obsessed with the setting because it's in my home state.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts. If you are a fan of hockey romances, then please give this one a read. I think you'll fall for the characters in an instant.

Happy Reading,
Laura

Wild About You by Rebecca Jenshak is now live!

A month ago, I was a rookie with the best stats in the league. I was traveling the world, playing hockey, and making more money than I ever dreamed.

Then my sister showed up on my doorstep with nowhere else to go.

I don’t know the first thing about being responsible for a troubled teen, and the team jet isn’t exactly kid-friendly.

Enter Piper. My sister’s new teacher and nanny.

Smart, nurturing, and just as beautiful as I remember.

I fell in love with her four years ago and never stopped.

Too bad she hates my guts.

We need her.

And this time, I’m not letting her go.

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Coming soon to Audible!

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Rebecca Jenshak is a USA Today bestselling author of new adult and sports romance. She writes sexy, feel-good stories with lots of swoon-worthy moments.

Rebecca lives in Arizona. When she isn’t writing, you can find her cheering on local sports teams, hanging out with friends and family, or curled up with a good book.

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Thank you to Rebecca Jenshak, and Valentine PR, for providing me with an advanced review copy of Wild About You.

Friday, May 13, 2022

Ruthless Kingdom by Becca Steele & C Lymari {a review}

 

Ruthless Kingdom by Becca Steele and C Lymari is now available!! This is the final installment in the Boneyard Kings trilogy, and it gives you all the closure you need. So come find out what happens after that cliffhanger in Vicious Queen. Things are about to get intense.

With this being the final book in a continuing story, recapping just isn't possible because of spoilers. What I can say is that this was an epic finale. Becca Steele and C Lymari did an outstanding job on this trilogy, but this last book was next level. They gave it all with Ruthless Kingdom.


Having read both of the previous books, I could not wait to see what happened after that cliffhanger. I had to know what was happening with Everly, Saint, Matteo, and Cal. I could not wait to find out how all of this was going to be discovered, and how it was all going to conclude.

Ruthless Kingdom was absolutely fabulous. I was on the edge of my seat throughout, and could not put this book down. From the situation with Everly's uncle, to the involvement with Leo, to just overall sketchy situations, this book was captivating. There were also some very steamy moments for our characters.

Ruthless Kingdom also showed us the community coming together to support the Boneyard Kings. When they needed people the most, those people showed up. Then there is Esther...Esther is simply the best. Such a mother figure.

The ending of the suspense scene had me a bit shook. I mean I understood what was going on, but to see it so clearly, just shook me a tad. I guess I wasn't expecting it in a way.

Loved Everly, Saint, Matteo, and Cal! They were fantastic. The setting was interesting, and definitely had my curiosity. This trilogy will be on my mind for a while now, I'm sure of it. I also know that I will be recommending it to anyone who is looking for a suspenseful reverse harem read.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts on Ruthless Kingdom. The Boneyard Kings trilogy was such a good read. This final book I ended up rating 4.5 stars. Go download the series, and get wrapped up in their story.

Happy Reading,
Laura


Bad things happened in threes, but they turned out to be a blessing in disguise. 

There was no escape from the Boneyard Kings, but now we’re on the same side.

Our enemies came, but we didn’t let them break us. 

They thought they could take us down, but they underestimated our strength. 

Now, three rivals stand against three kings and their queen, and they’re about to see just how ruthless our kingdom can be.

The game of chess is in play, and only one side can claim victory.

Who will be the one to call checkmate?

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Catch up with the trilogy:

🖤💀 Merciless Kings

🖤💀 Vicious Queen



Meet Becca Steele
Becca Steele is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of M/F and M/M romance. She currently lives in the south of England with her husband, two kids, and a whole horde of characters that reside inside her head.

When she's not writing, you can find her reading or watching Netflix, usually with a glass of wine in hand. Failing that, she'll be online hunting for memes, or wasting time making her 500th Spotify playlist.

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Meet C. Lymari
Claudia lives in the Chicagoland suburbs, and when she’s not busy chasing after her adorable little spawn, she’s fighting with the characters in her head. After not being able to keep up with them, she decided enough was enough and wrote her first novel. C. Lymari writes both sweet and dark romances that will give you all the feels. Her other talents include binge-watching shows on Netflix and eating all kinds of chips.

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Thank you to Becca Steele, C Lymari, and Wordsmith Publicity, for providing me with an advanced review copy of Ruthless Kingdom.


Combust by Laramie Briscoe {cover reveal}

 
Laramie Briscoe has revealed the cover for Combust!

Combust is the second book in the Bradford Station series, and features the story of a single dad falling for the nanny. This nanny also happens to be his best friend's sister. So if those tropes speak to you, go preorder this book! It will be available on June 24, 2022. 

The heat is on.
Situated on the Tennessee and North Carolina border, this town is nothing like you've ever experienced. Hot guys, the women they love, and a town worth saving. Bradford, TN is the epicenter of the next great romance dynasty.
Firefighters, family, and community...



Cameron Hines
I take my job very seriously. Both of them. I'm a Lieutenant at Bradford Station Company One, and I'm a single dad to a little girl who completely brightens my world.


It's not easy, holding it all together, but I do my best. Honestly, I wouldn't be doing as well as I am without my best friend's sister. Natalie treats my daughter like her own, and watches her for me without complaint. 

Things are status quo until one day I see her in a different light. She quits being the babysitter, and becomes a woman. One I'll do anything for. 


When her brother finds out all bets are off, and I have to answer for my indiscretions. He and I are sent out on a mission to find a lost child in the woods. We have to bury the hatchet and do our jobs, but when the worst happens, we have to make a decision that neither of us ever imagined. 


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Meet Laramie Briscoe


Laramie Briscoe is the USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of over 30 books, with sales of over half a million copies.

Since self-publishing her first book in May of 2013, Laramie has appeared on the Top 100 Bestselling E-books Lists on iBooks, Amazon Kindle, Kobo, and Barnes & Noble. Her books have been known to make readers laugh and cry. They are guaranteed to be emotional, steamy reads.

When she's not writing alpha males who seriously love their women, she loves spending time with friends, reading, and marathoning shows on Netflix. Married to her high school sweetheart, Laramie lives in Bowling Green, KY with her husband.
 
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