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I love the ride A.R. Torre books take a reader on and this was no exception! I was completely sucked into this book. I didn’t see all the twists and turns coming. This book held my attention and I couldn’t read it fast enough. I don’t want to ruin this story for you, reader. I enjoyed getting to know Lillian and Mike and how the secrets they had affected everyone around them! Do yourself a favor and grab this book today!
Such a quiet and ordinary wife and mother. Who will even notice what she’s done?
Lillian Smith leads an unexceptional life, writing obituaries and killing time with her inattentive husband and disconnected son. Then she meets David, a handsome stranger, in a coffee shop. Lured into an affair, she invents a new persona, one without strings, deadlines, or brooding husbands.
Lillian has never felt so reckless, unpredictable, or wanted. But as her affair with David intensifies, she withdraws from everything that’s real, even her closest friend. When evidence of her life as a secret lover finds its way onto her son’s social media, she risks ruining much more than her marriage or reputation.
As lies beget lies, Lillian’s two worlds spiral dangerously out of control. And betrayals run deeper than she imagines. Because Lillian isn’t the only one leading a double life.
Vic had always loved Aubrey but he was hard-headed and made a mistake when he was younger. Their lives drifted apart but she was the one who got away from him. Aubrey was a teacher, well-respected and had no desire to speak to Vic. One day changed everything. I really enjoyed this read! I was here for the fact that Aubrey thought one thing, but Vic knew what was at stake. The amnesia gave her time to get to know him again and he was learning a new version of her as well. Their romance was a bit sweet, spicy and palpable through the pages! Having Aubrey back in his life, Vic found her to be a big supporter of his. She is there for him when others haven't been. While their second chance start may have started out of the ordinary, their romance was real. I loved this book and couldn't put it down! Jessica Lemmon romances are my favorite!
What happens when you wake up with amnesia, believing your ex-boyfriend is your current boyfriend? Find out in this fun and flirty Texas Cattleman's Club: Ranchers and Rivals novel from Jessica Lemmon!
He always wanted a second chance with her…
All it took was a little amnesia.
Temptation. That’s what made rancher Vic Grandin ask his former flame Aubrey Collins to go home with him. But when Aubrey loses her memory the very next day, she thinks Vic is her current boyfriend—not her ex—complete with the same explosive chemistry they've always shared. Not ready to confess the truth of their breakup, he plays along. But will Aubrey go her own way again once she remembers the truth?
From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.
You’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of the Texas Cattleman's Club: Ranchers and Rivals series:
Book 1: Staking a Claim by Janice Maynard Book 2: Boyfriend Lessons by Sophia Singh Sasson Book 3: On Opposite Sides by Cat Schield Book 4: Rivalry at Play by Nadine Gonzalez Book 5: Vacation Crush by Yahrah St. John Book 6: An Ex to Remember by Jessica Lemmon Book 7: Cinderella Masquerade by LaQuette Book 8: One Christmas Night by Jules Bennett Book 9: Rancher After Midnight by Karen Booth
From the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 44 Chapters About 4 Men (inspiration for the Netflix Original series Sex/Life) comes a dark mafia romance steeped in Irish folklore.
I can't remember anymore if my grandfather's eyes were blue or green, but I'll never forget the way they wrinkled at the corners when he laughed at one of his own jokes. Or the way they sparkled with mischief when he told me tales about the magical creatures that dwelled in the forest behind his humble Irish sheep farm--shy fairies who liked to eat tea biscuits, cruel witches who liked to eat children, a moody lake spirit with a taste for expensive gifts.
As a child, I believed every fantastical word. But when he warned me about the mute boy who also lurked in those woods, the one the priest had declared to be the spawn of Satan himself, I refused to listen. Kellen wasn't evil. He was kind, and beautiful, and special, and hurting. He was my friend. And with every summer I spent stolen away with him in those enchanted woods, he grew to become so much more.
But when I return to Glenshire as an adult, grieving and engaged to someone else, all those legends quickly morph into nightmares.
My grandfather had been right about everything, especially the boy.
If only I had listened.
AUTHOR'S NOTE: Devil of Dublin is intended for mature audiences who enjoy extremely dark subject matter, high emotional intensity, explicit adult content, graphic violence, heart-pounding suspense, fairy-tale worthy love, and gorgeous Irish scenery. If that sounds like you, then welcome to Glenshire! If you're unsure, please review the comprehensive content warning on my website before reading.
OH MY HEAVENS!!!! I LOVED THIS BOOK! Kellen and Darby are from two different worlds. But there was something about Darby that called to Kellen. And Darby saw much more than the people in the village saw in him. I enjoyed the way they met and how Darby brought out Kellen's softer side. As time passed, life for Darby got harder. And Kellen had a killer job that hardened him even more. This book was sweet, endearing and had some hard issues these characters dealt with but it made them who they were. I enjoyed how Darby and Kellen reunited and the way they got to know each other again. There was a lot of action happening and their slow burn was delicious! I couldn't read this book fast enough and I didn't want it to be over!
Special edition hardbacks and paperbacks are also available with an alternate cover designed by Emily Wittig and eight full-page, B&W photos of the gorgeous Irish locations mentioned in the book!
(an Irish actor seen on Game of Thrones, Vikings, Vikings Valhalla, & The Witcher)
Meet BB Easton
Wall Street Journal bestselling author BB Easton lives in the suburbs of Atlanta with her long-suffering husband, Ken, and two adorable children. A few years ago, she quit her job as a school psychologist to write books about her punk rock past and deviant sexual history full-time. Ken wasn’t super excited about that, but now that he’s appeared in three of her books and inspired a TV show character, he’s incredibly supportive.
BB’s debut memoir, 44 Chapters About 4 Men, went on to inspire the Netflix original series, Sex/Life, which was viewed by 67 million households worldwide within the first month making it the 3rd most-watched Netflix original series of all time. Because she had so much fun writing 44 Chapters, BB went on to publish four more wickedly funny, shockingly steamy, and heartwarmingly autobiographical books, one for each man in her memoir—Skin, Speed, Star, and Suit.
The Rain Trilogy—a dark, immersive, end-of-the-world romance—was BB’s first work of fiction. Or at least, that’s what she thought when she wrote it in 2019. Then, 2020 hit, and all of her dystopian plot points started coming true. Hoping to fix everything, BB returned with a fun, feel-good romantic comedy called Group Therapy, but alas, the world is still on fire … and so is BB’s desire to write intense, us-against-the-world romances. Her next release,Devil of Dublin, is a dark Irish mafia romance steeped in folklore and family secrets.
You can find BB procrastinating in all of the following places:
THIS book! It was a little creepy (I won't lie) but it was AMAZING! There is a LOT of action in this book and I was on the edge of my seat often, but I was completely consumed by this read. I loved the friendships and families in this one. This book had some twists I didn't see coming! This story was heavily focused on the actual prison camp and the terror behind it. Kane and Nadya are thrown together because of the camp and a bond is formed. This book is intense, there's evil, there is goodness. It's all about the balance. And you need it in your life! And if you haven't read the other 2 books in the prison camp series, I do recommend doing that.
In this newest Prison Camp installment, #1 New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward pens a heart-wrenching tale of love and betrayal in the Black Dagger Brotherhood world…
Marriage is the last thing in the world Shay wants but she’ll do anything to save the only real home she’s ever known.
Noah Barden loved Shay Zucconi back in high school. Not that he ever told her. He was too shy, too awkward, too painfully uncool to ask out the beautiful, popular girl.
A lifetime later, Noah is a single dad to his niece and has his hands full running the family business. That old crush is the farthest thing from his mind.
Until Shay returns to their hometown and turns his life upside down.
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This book was so cute, sweet and flirty! It gave me all the feels and I just adored Shay and Noah! Noah was in a unique place in life. He was raising his niece and running a profitable business. But being a single parent was hard. Especially when his niece has the issues she has. She’s a sweet kid but I found myself laughing and sometimes gasping at what she said or did. I liked the realness between these people. They were relatable and endearing. And the chemistry between Shay and Noah… oh my! I couldn’t put this book down! Do yourself a favor and don’t miss this!
Meet Kate Canterbary
USA Today Bestseller Kate Canterbary writes smart, steamy contemporary romances loaded with heat, heart, and happy ever afters. Kate lives on the New England coast with her husband and daughter.
Holy wowwwwwww! This book! I had a book hangover after finishing it. I couldn't read it fast enough and didn't want it to be over! I was completely lost in this story. And when you get to the part that explains the book title... Whew! Tessana had the weight of the world on her shoulders. She was navigating a new world and also found herself learning family history. She is strong, independent and has few around her she wholly trusts. The twists and turns this book had held me on the edge of my seat and I didn't want to put it down! I seriously cannot recommend this book enough! You must read Crown of One Hundred Kings before reading this book. But reader beware, you won't be able to get anything done while reading these books!
An heir to the throne . . .
Tessana Allisand might have proven that she’s the oldest living daughter of the dead king of Elysia, and that she’s the rightful heir to the Seat of Power, but that doesn’t mean she gets to be queen . . . yet. Forced to wait until her twenty-first birthday, Tess is supposed to be learning how to navigate court life and all the ways she will one day rule the realm. But circumstances and her nefarious uncle keep getting in the way of her education.
A kingdom in turmoil . . .
While Tess is pampered with the luxuries of castle life, the rest of the kingdom suffers under the oppressive thumb of the Ring of Shadows. And while no other ruler seems all that concerned with the evil rebels intent on destroying everyone and everything, Tess alone must find a way to stand up to the dark magic threatening to choke the life from her precious kingdom.
No Time to Lie, an exciting second chance romance in the Masters and Mercenaries: Reloaded Series from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake is out now!
A grandmaster of lies and deception
Drake Radcliffe has spent half his life in the shadows. Recruited by the CIA when he was barely out of high school, Drake doesn’t know how to have a normal life. While most people his age were playing sports or video games, he was playing spy games with the world’s most dangerous adversaries. It has been a life filled with thrills and adrenaline, but it’s also been lonely. All that might change when a mistake from Drake’s past rears its ugly head and he’s forced to face the only woman he ever loved—the one he’d vowed to stay away from.
A beacon of love and compassion
Taylor Cline committed the cardinal sin in her world—she fell for another operative. Drake was everything she wanted in a man, until he broke her heart. She had one unforgettable night with him and then he never looked back. Her future threatened and family in ruins, she shut down and moved on, hoping to never see him again. Just as she is beginning to put it all behind her, a critical assignment puts her under his authority and right back in his arms.
A deadly mission that brings them together
From the wilds of Wyoming to the glittering cities of Europe, Drake and Taylor must race against time to uncover the truth and expose an evil organization. The stakes couldn’t be higher. If they fail, the world could crumble. If they succeed, they could finally have everything their hearts desire.
I was excited to get this book from Lexi. Drake and Taylor have a chance meeting. The chemistry between them was off the charts. Their relationship started out quick and then suddenly things took a turn. Life changed them and when they reconnect, there's a lack of trust. But they chemistry couldn't be denied. They have to work together to accomplish a common goal. Drake used it to his advantage to pursue Taylor. I enjoyed their second chance romance and of course, we had drama. We had danger and a bad guy to figure out. I loved the twists and turns this story had! I love the relationships and sense of family this book held. Drake and Taylor have things to work out between them so the mission can be completed. But it was so much more than either expected. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend this one!
Keep reading for a look inside No Time To Lie!
Drake’s attention was completely focused on her. “I think I want to be honest and upfront with you. I’m attracted to you, Taylor, and I think you feel the same.”
She felt a jolt of heat power through her. “Even if I was, I don’t think it’s a good idea.”
“Can I ask why?”
She didn’t sense any threat from him. With any man who hit on her, she had to assess the potential of him taking rejection poorly. She didn’t think Drake was one of those guys. The last couple of days had made her comfortable with him. “I don’t think it’s smart to get involved with someone I work with.”
“You don’t work with me. From what you’ve said, you won’t be with the Agency for much longer.”
“Yes, and you will be,” she pointed out.
A thoughtful expression came over his face. “That’s kind of what makes it workable in my mind. I can’t tell anyone what I do. That makes for difficult relationships. You already know, and it won’t surprise you that I don’t talk about my work. You won’t get upset if I have to be gone for a couple of weeks without notice. I have a hard time making connections to people, but it was easy with you. Even if you’re not interested in me in a physical way, I hope we can be…friends.” He said the word like it didn’t quite make sense to him. Like it was a foreign word on his tongue.
There was no way for her to deny the electricity between them. She wasn’t sure she even wanted to. That inner voice kept getting stronger.
What would be the harm in seeing if it could work? You might get an orgasm or two out of it. He’s not saying he’s going to walk at the end. He’s actually saying he wants to see you outside this cabin. Why not try?
She was a careful woman. She’d learned that lesson from watching her father throw himself into deadly situations again and again.
But what was she risking? He was right. It was hard for her to connect. She’d had a couple of boyfriends over the years, and she had to hold back so much of herself to even have a chance at making the relationship work. She couldn’t talk about what her father did, couldn’t mention her own work. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to have no secrets between them?
“Did I make you uncomfortable?” Drake asked. “Because we can pretend like I didn’t say anything. This snow is going to stop soon, and I should be out of here in a couple of days.”
She reached for his hand. “You didn’t make me uncomfortable. I’m glad you were honest with me. The last couple of days have been…nice.”
A slow smile spread across his face, and he threaded his fingers through hers. “Nice? Awful sexual tension is nice to you?”
“I wouldn’t say awful. Anticipation can be fun.” It was good to know she hadn’t been the only one who felt the heat between them.
“Are you saying yes?” Drake asked.
Did she want to let him walk out of here and never know what it felt like to be in his arms? They’d been thrown together for a reason. It couldn’t be some random thing that they’d met again. She would hate herself if she didn’t give it a shot.
In a couple of months she would be out of this life and might be able to find some kind of normalcy. Maybe it was time to take a chance.
“Yes,” she said.
“Then come here and let me kiss you and tell you how the night’s going to go,” he said in a commanding tone.
Her whole body responded. She moved, standing and twisting so she sat on his lap. “How is my night going to go, Drake?”
One big hand cupped the nape of her neck while his other arm wound around her waist. “Let’s find out.”
About Lexi Blake
New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband and three kids. Since starting her publishing journey in 2010, she’s sold over three million copies of her books. She began writing at a young age, concentrating on plays and journalism. It wasn’t until she started writing romance novels that she found success. She likes to find humor in the strangest places and believes in happy endings.
No Time to Lie, an all-new action-packed, second chance romance in the Masters and Mercenaries: Reloaded Series from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake is now available!
A grandmaster of lies and deception
Drake Radcliffe has spent half his life in the shadows. Recruited by the CIA when he was barely out of high school, Drake doesn’t know how to have a normal life. While most people his age were playing sports or video games, he was playing spy games with the world’s most dangerous adversaries. It has been a life filled with thrills and adrenaline, but it’s also been lonely. All that might change when a mistake from Drake’s past rears its ugly head and he’s forced to face the only woman he ever loved—the one he’d vowed to stay away from.
A beacon of love and compassion
Taylor Cline committed the cardinal sin in her world—she fell for another operative. Drake was everything she wanted in a man, until he broke her heart. She had one unforgettable night with him and then he never looked back. Her future threatened and family in ruins, she shut down and moved on, hoping to never see him again. Just as she is beginning to put it all behind her, a critical assignment puts her under his authority and right back in his arms.
A deadly mission that brings them together
From the wilds of Wyoming to the glittering cities of Europe, Drake and Taylor must race against time to uncover the truth and expose an evil organization. The stakes couldn’t be higher. If they fail, the world could crumble. If they succeed, they could finally have everything their hearts desire.
New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband and three kids. Since starting her publishing journey in 2010, she’s sold over three million copies of her books. She began writing at a young age, concentrating on plays and journalism. It wasn’t until she started writing romance novels that she found success. She likes to find humor in the strangest places and believes in happy endings.
Two people with little in common but business give pleasure a shot in a charming romance about fate and taking chances by New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst.
The truth? Lonely advertising rep Malia Evergreen is still waiting for a soul mate, marriage, and a family. The lie? Telling every busybody she knows that she's met someone. Now it's a matter of finding him. Malia needs a date for a wedding. In a pinch she strikes a bargain with her former client, CEO Palmer Matterson--an arrogant, defiantly single, alpha billionaire whose best quality is insincerity. The perfect fake date.
Palmer has wanted Malia from the first moment he saw her. A challenging, sexy career woman who knows what she wants. It's just not him. Not yet, anyway. This is Palmer's chance to win her heart.
As fate throws them together, Malia unravels the layers of the man she thought she knew and, against the odds, finds herself falling in love. Palmer's falling too. If only they can convince each other what they share...a belief in a happy ever after.
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My ReviewI couldn't put this book down and loved getting to see past characters throughout this story! Sign me up for a fake date relationship! I was here for this read. Malia has a good head on her shoulders and doesn't need a man. But her family has an expectation of her. Palmer could have any woman he wanted but that's not what his life is about. His family also has an expectation of him. Chemistry was the start of something, but fate pushed things along for these two. The banter between them was fun and flirty. Things felt realistic and believable and I found myself swooning for Malia! Don't let this book pass you by!
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.
She loves hearing from readers. Visit her website for updates on new releases and her street team at www.jenniferprobst.com.
News on the docks is Sutton Bradley may be adding new stock to her little boutique store, Coastal Chic, on the square. Now, I can neither confirm nor deny that it is sexy lingerie but seeing as Ms. Bradley has been seen on more than one occasion in the company of Brody Wilson, who, let me remind you, was voted as the catch of the season. One can only come to a certain conclusion and that is...
Love is in the air.
I, for one, would love to see Sutton move on from that terrible first marriage of hers, and in my humble opinion, Mr. Brody Wilson would do a fine job of making her forget all about...what's his name.
Next on my list of to do's for today...stop by Coastal Chic! Stay tuned for more on lingerie gate!
I was excited to get this second installment to this series and OH MAN! SO GOOD!!! I loved how the writer of the newsletter follows the Bradley family. And u want to know who it is! But I digress. Sutton’s in need of some help. Her genius ex is making her life miserable and Brody comes up with a way to help :) I enjoyed the banter between Brody and Sutton. The chemistry between them was fire! I wanted things to work out so badly between them. And her ex could stuff it! I couldn’t read this book fast enough and yet I didn’t want it to be over. This is a series that most definitely needs to be read in order. Do yourself a favor and grab this book!
Meet Kelly Elliott
Kelly Elliott is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author. Her bestselling works include, Wanted, Broken, Lost Love, and Never Enough, to name a few.
Kelly lives in central Texas with her husband, Gus, her chocolate lab, four cats, and endless wildlife creatures. When she's not writing, Kelly enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
To find out more about Kelly and her books, you can find her through her website. www.kellyelliottauthor.com
For National Read a Book day, DISSENT will be releasing in eBook and paperback!
DISSENT is a charity romance anthology with NEW, never before published content from over 150 authors of all romance genres. All proceeds from the eBook and paperbacks will be donated to organizations benefiting reproductive rights in the United States, particularlyin areas where people need them more than ever.
Dissent will only be available for a very limited time, so grab your copy today!
**We are not affiliated nor endorsed by any of these charities. We are simply a community bound by a single cause: protecting the basic human right of body autonomy.**
