Thursday, March 28, 2024

Wild Love by Kacey Shea Release & Review Post



 WILD LOVE

Kacey Shea

Release Date: March 28




 

Meet Kacey Shea:

USA Today Bestselling Author Krista Sandor captivates readers with her scintillating contemporary romance and sizzling romantic comedies guaranteed to elicit laughter, sighs, and heart-fluttering moments. With her pen as her weapon of choice, Krista crafts stories that immerse you in a world of passion and humor.

When she’s not typing away in her office, you can find Krista exploring the picturesque landscapes of Colorado. Whether she's weaving words or traversing nature's trails, her vibrant surroundings fuel her creativity. Alongside her loving husband, two cherished sons, and two beloved rescue dogs, Krista resides in this colorful corner of the world, constantly inspired by the beauty and people around her.

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Blurb:

Twenty years ago I had the best night of my life. He was a musician passing through town and I was the naive college student who fell for his charm. We talked for hours, he made my body come alive, and in the early morning when he left, he promised to call.

Spoiler alert. He never did.

Wilder was the first man to show me fairytales or happily ever afters don’t exist. Every man I’ve loved since has only confirmed it.

I’m tired of giving my heart away and being met with disappointment. I need a break from everything. Which is how I end up in the Arizona mountains on a two week vacation.

The last person I expect to see in this small town is him.

Wilder.

It doesn’t matter that decades have passed or that his face is devoid of the smile burned into my memory, I’d recognize this man anywhere.

Only, he doesn’t remember me. Not when he’s kind of an ass, and not when he follows me out to my car to apologize, and especially not when he offers to take me to dinner.

I should say no. Hell, I should tell him to get lost. But instead, I give him my number . . . along with a fake name. There’s no harm in having a little fun. Besides, it’s not as if I’m going to fall in love. Only a fool would make that mistake twice.

Wild Love is a one night stand, missed connections, second chance romance written as a modern twist on the classic Cinderella fairytale and features a couple in their forties finding love in a small town. Readers can enjoy Wild Love as a standalone, or they can begin with Wild Hearts, Ryan and Val's story.



 Review



  This book was fantastic. Two people who meet under unlikely circumstances fall hard and fast, but when he leaves the next morning all he has is a piece of paper with her phone number on it. Twenty years later, they meet up again. She recognizes him, but he only feels a connection to her that he can’t explain. 


  As they get to know each other again they fall quickly again and he finds her as a source of comfort and light while he is dealing with family secrets, illness and old hurts. Simone is guilty because she gave him her name, she wasn’t honest and now she doesn’t know when to bring it up. Wild surprises her when he sings a song and it is about their time together. 


  When Wild finds out a secret about his past, it coincides with the truth about her name and he pushes her away. Whether they can find their way back together remains to be seen.  I received both an ARC and an ALC and both were excellent. Maxine Mitchell brought so much emotion to the character that I felt the emotions she was going through. Robert Hatchet blew me away with his performance. Not only did he infuse the character with depth and emotion but when he sang the two songs I wanted more. In fact, I can’t get either song out of my head. 


  I can’t wait to see what happens next in this series. These are my honest and voluntary thoughts and review. 


Buy Link:

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Monday, February 12, 2024

What if It Hurts by Shirl Rickman Excerpt Reveal


 

Today we’re excited to share an excerpt from Shirl Rickman’s upcoming romance, What If It Hurts! Check out the contemporary romance and pre-order your copy today! 

 

Title: What If It Hurts

Author: Shirl Rickman

Genre: Contemporary Romance 

Release Date: March 22nd 

 

 


About What If It Hurts

Life is Anything But Predictable

Maddie Jennings knows about life changes and how quickly things can change. Suddenly single and uncertain of where she fit in the world, she starts her journey to discovering herself. Thousands of miles from the sleepy Texas town where she grew up, Maddie has a second chance of life and love. 

Ryder Evans is kind, patient, and easy going. Living life simply and without complications, he hasn’t made romance a priority. Until he meets the one woman who has him wish for more. 

As new love blossoms, Maddie finds herself torn between the life she left behind and the new one she’s building. Promises from an old flame threaten to burn her new dreams and the man who has captured her heart. 

There’s something easy about going back to the life you knew when the new is full of the unknown. Following your heart is a risk and will leave you wondering...

WHAT IF IT HURTS? 

 

Pre-Order Your Copy!

 

Exclusive Excerpt:

“I promise I came here to ask you out again. Officially.” 

“Okay,” she says, a bit nervously. 

I bring my hand up to cup her face. “There’s something about you. I want to find out exactly what that is.” I tell her. She leans her head into my palm and closes her eyes. “Will you go to dinner with me, Maddie?” Her eyes open, but she doesn’t say anything. I can see in her eyes that she is warring with something. “I know you just got here, and we’ve only just met, but…” 

“Yes,” she interrupts me. “Yes, I will go to dinner with you.” 

Taking a quick step back, I run my hand through my hair then I step back toward Maddie and pull her mouth to mine again. She comes willingly and she responds like I’m giving her exactly what she wants. 

Stepping back, I whisper, “I better go.” 

“You better go,” she says, like she is even less convinced of that decision than I am. 

“I better go,” I repeat and swiftly turn away and walk off the porch. She follows me to the edge, and I can finally see her. The moonlight glows just brightly enough for me to see kiss swollen lips. She is in a shirt with a cardigan and tiny shorts. God, she is sexy. 

“We’ll talk tomorrow and work out dinner,” I tell her. 

She nods, “Tomorrow.” 

“I want to kiss you again” I say, aloud. “But I won’t because if I do, I won’t be able to stop. So instead, I’m going to say goodnight, walk home and see you tomorrow.” I take a step backward. She remains motionless. 

“Goodnight, Maddie.” “Goodnight, Ryder, see you tomorrow.” 

I leave her standing on that porch for the second night in a row and it seems like each time, I’ve left a small part of me I didn’t know existed with her.

 

About the Author: 

Shirl Rickman is a writer, a dreamer, and an optimist. A small town Texas girl currently residing in the San Francisco Bay Area with her beautifully blended family and their three crazy dogs. When she's not dreaming up new love stories, Shirl can be found reading and drinking way too much coffee. She loves kindness, laughing and meeting her readers.

 

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Come to Me by Jenna Harte Cover Reveal

 


Jenna Harte is excited to reveal the cover and tropes for her upcoming small town romance, Come To Me! Check it out and be sure to pre-order your copy today! 

 

 

Title: Come To Me

Author: Jenna Harte

Genre: Small Town Contemporary Romance

Release Date: April 19th 

 

 


About Come To Me

In a tug of war between family duty and true love, which will win?

 

Dr. Patrick Andres has it all – handsome looks, mega wealth, and professional success…or does he?

 

Suffocating under the weight of guilt and failure both personally and professionally, Patrick seeks an escape at a quaint lakeside resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains to sort out his life. His plan quickly backfires when a flat tire leaves him stranded in the heat and humidity without phone service, and a spirited woman wearing red Converse sneakers and red lipstick offers him a helping hand he stubbornly refuses.

 

Michaela is amused by the handsome, disheveled, out-of-place man at the side of the road who refuses her help. But that’s okay. She has her hands full trying to keep her family’s lakeside resort from going bankrupt, assisting her ailing father, and helping her nephew deal with the loss of his mother.

 

Patrick quickly learns that he's not suited for the mountains. Luckily Michaela is there to help him, and while they come from different worlds, it doesn't take long for them to discover one thing they have in common—a burning mutual attraction. And what better way to distract from life’s challenges than a short-term, no-string-attached fling?

 

Patrick is supposed to be finding himself but instead he can’t keep his mind or his hands off the sexy southern beauty. Michaela just wants a distraction from the challenges of life, but finds herself consumed by the sexy city slicker’s sweet kisses and hot caresses. As the summer heats up, their fling blooms into something more.

 

But when a family emergency pulls Patrick back north, he has to decide if he’s going to obey family duty or follow his heart.

 

This small town romance novel is ideal for readers who enjoy reading HEA contemporary romances with strong independent women and billionaire men who fall hard despite their best efforts not to. This southern romance is part of the Southern Heat series that takes place in rural Virginia but can be read as a stand-alone.

 

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Catching Up with the Series: 

Drawn to Her

Meant to Be 

Wed to You

 

About the Author: 

Jenna Harte is a die-hard romantic writing about characters who are passionate about and committed to each other, and frequently getting into trouble. She is the author of the Valentine Mysteries, the first of which, Deadly Valentine, reached the quarter-finals in Amazon’s Breakthrough Novel Award in 2013. She entered into a three-book deal for a romance series, Southern Heat, with Penner Publishing in 2015, but recently got the rights back to those three books and self-published them.

 

At the urging of her agent, she penned a cozy mystery, the first of which, Death of Debtor, came out in 2019. Death of a Coupon Queen released in July 2021, and she’s finished the third book, Death of a Miser should release in 2022. The Sophie Parker Coupon Mysteries are ideal for cozy readers who like quirky characters and humor in their mysteries.

 

She has a bundle of stories filled with romance, mystery, and even time travel rattling around in her head, and is eager for the day when a device is invented allowing her to download what’s in her brain onto her computer.

 

When she’s not telling stories, she works by day as a romance ghostwriter and online entrepreneur. She lives in central Virginia with her husband and a nutty cat.

 

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Surrender by A.M. Wilson is Available Now




SURRENDER BY A. M. WILSON 

Release date: November 9th


Genre / Tropes: Single Mom / Small Town / Snowed In Together / Forced Proximity / Childhood Crush / A Touch of Suspense / Christmas vibes


Series: Book 3 of the Powell Sanctuary Series. Standalone. 


Embrace the magic of the season with Surrender by A.M. Wilson! 


This heartwarming small town romance has it all: single mom, childhood crush, a touch of suspense, and a dash of Christmas vibes.


Get ready for a story that will warm your heart and ignite your holiday spirit. Don't miss out on this perfect winter read. 


Grab your copy TODAY

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Add to your Goodreads

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Blurb: 


Whitney thought she was safe from her toxic marriage the day her husband died…


From the moment I return to my hometown for a fresh start, my plans begin to crumble.

The rental house that looked perfect online is actually a health hazard.

My new job at the hospital postpones my start date.

And a historic blizzard is about to dump nearly three feet of snow across the state, making doing just about anything impossible.


When my infant son screams down the motel into the early morning hours and causes the other guests to complain, I’m mortified and ready to brave the impending blizzard to find someplace else.


Until Jack Powell, the gorgeous motel owner and my childhood crush, makes an offer I can’t refuse.


His house. To stay in to ride out the storm while he returns to the motel.

Quiet. Safety. Solitude.


Except one poorly-timed diaper disaster sends us all into chaos, and the blizzard strands us together in his house.


He teases me with a glimpse of something beautiful. A man who’s attentive with my kids and worships my post-baby body, stretch marks and all.


Once the storm passes, Jack decides to let us go, keeping only the memories of our unforgettable time together.


But when my past finds us not long after, Jack can’t run from his protective nature. He’s determined to fight for all three of us. Even if that means he has to surrender.






About The Author:


A. M. Wilson is a USA Today Bestselling author. She loves to infuse her stories with real life—the good, the bad, and the steamy parts. There’s something special about that pivotal moment when two characters realize their love for each other, but she likes wading through a little angst to get there. When she isn’t furiously typing on her computer, she can be found searching for her next all-consuming read. A. M. lives in the Midwest with her husband, two children, and black lab.


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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Centaur Rift Excerpt Reveal



 Ellie Horn is joining us today to share an excerpt from her upcoming romance, Centaur Rift! It’s the first book in her Centaur Trilogy–check it out and be sure to pre-order your copy today! 

 

Title: Centaur Rift

Author: Ellie Horn

Genre: Dark Why Choose Romance

Release Date: October 13th 

 



 

About Centaur Rift: 

I thought I understood the way the world worked. Family was something other people had. Trust was rarely rewarded. Survival depended upon a clever mind and a strong body.

 

Until a stallion in a corn field proved that everything I had believed was a lie.

 

Because he wasn’t exactly a horse. Hung like one, yes. But this former centaur shifts to six and a half feet of gorgeous warrior who houses a destructive secret.

 

When he tells me he’s from another realm, I decide he’s more broken than he seems. To make matters worse, he takes me through a portal—and reveals that werewolves and dragons are real. But that isn’t the biggest surprise.

 

Turns out I have a few secrets of my own.

 

Who knew?

 

The Warrior Hearts Academy Centaur Trilogy is a dark, slow-burn, paranormal/fantasy romance where the strong female main character has many love interests that she doesn’t have to choose between. A Happily Ever After is guaranteed in book three. The subject matter within is only suitable for mature readers. To avoid spoilers, if you have specific triggers, please contact the author to discuss whether this trilogy is right for you.

 

Pre-Order Your Copy! 

 

Pre-Order the Trilogy: 

Centaur Bolt

Centaur Soar

 

Read the PHOENIX TRILOGY Series Today! 

 

Exclusive Excerpt:

When Marcus appeared, I was momentarily caught off guard. With his messy, damp hair, fresh-scrubbed look, and tee shirt and sweats that actually fit, he suddenly looked much younger.

 

Still a bloody big guy, but more human. And sexy as hell.

 

I wrenched my gaze away from him and bent to pull the chicken out of the oven. Sitting at the table, we both gobbled the wings down as though we hadn’t seen food in eons.

 

Then I basically shoved Marcus down the hall and into the spare room. Considering the thoughts cruising through my head, manhandling him may not have been the best idea, but it was the only way to get him to move.

 

He only did so to be polite. Touching him was like touching stone. He was that hard. No way I could have moved him if he hadn’t decided to give to my wishes.

 

“Cara will be back soon—” he protested.

 

“She told you to rest. And that is what you should do,” I insisted.

 

His eyes sparked golden fire at me as the door closed. I paused outside for a moment, seized with the overwhelming urge to follow him in. But then I remembered the presence looming over me in the shower. And I reminded myself that until I found balance in this new life, jumping into bed with an ex-Centaur that sprouted wicked claws at unexpected times might not be the best idea…

 

About the Author: 

Ellie Horn--A dark fantasy writing duo that doesn't take themselves too seriously.

 

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Spill the Sweet Tea is by Lyra Parish is Available Now

 




SPILL THE SWEET TEA BY LYRA PARISH

Release date: September 19th


Genre / Tropes: Romance / second chance / brother’s best friend / hate to love you / grumpy/sunshine  / contemporary / small-town southern romance  / rom-com vibes  / a happily ever after.


Series: Valentine Texas Series #2 - Standalone 



Get Ready to Spill the Sweet Tea! 

Spill the Sweet Tea, the second standalone book of the Valentine Texas Series, by Lyra Parish is the perfect read for those who believe in love, laughter, and the magic of a Southern romance. A Romance That Will Leave You Smiling!


 


Dive into a world where love is sweeter, laughter is louder, and happiness is just a sip away. Lyra Parish's storytelling will keep you coming back for more.


NOW LIVE

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BLURB:


Some describe me as a quirky, free-spirited journalist who charges her crystals by moonlight.
They’re not wrong.

My instincts ensure I know everything that goes on in my small town. And not much surprises me. But when the man who destroyed my heart returns to care for his family’s business, I’m shaken to the core.

After our messy breakup, Hayden Shaw swore he’d never come back to Valentine, Texas.
Years later, I’m still trying to forget we ever existed.
Damn near impossible when he’s now everywhere.
A constant reminder of what could have been.

Rumors swirl about his true intentions, but a little gossip has never bothered me.
However, if winning over my heart is his end game, he can hang up his spurs because I won’t make the same mistake twice—or will I?

Spill the Sweet Tea is a second chance, brother’s best friend, hate to love you, grumpy/sunshine contemporary small-town southern romance with rom-com vibes and a happily ever after. Each book in the Valentine Texas series is a stand-alone. Warning: this romance book contains tons of southern sass, lots of woo-woo, and small-town gossip! Fade to black and cheating are not included.








About the Author:


Lyra Parish is a hopeless romantic who enjoys creating characters who eventually find love. She likes to write Texas small-town contemporary romance books (because she’s a 5th-generation Texan) and romantic suspense. When she isn’t immersed in fictional worlds, you can find her on Youtube chatting about her self-publishing journey or podcasting about romance books. Lyra’s a Virgo who loves coffee, the great outdoors, authentic people, and living her very best life with her hubby. You may or may not know her from when she co-wrote under the USA Today Bestselling pen name Kennedy Fox.  

 


 

 

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