Thursday, June 29, 2023

Book Release Blitz for Bailout by MM Flynn (REVIEW)……

 It's a bumpy and unexpected journey to HEA in this gripping contemporary tale that picks up where the previous book in this series left readers.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of the sports-fueled romance Bailout by MM Flynn, along with getting my impressions of this second installment in the Booker series, then add it to your bookshelf!

The instant connection that sparked in Booker continues in a way that no one expected...
This is the third time my life has fallen apart.
What I had pretended to be in the past is now banging on the door of my present.
After living so many different lives, each one is a more faded version of myself. Who am I now? Who do I want to be?
Does Sam feel my body desperately reaching for his?
I don’t know who I am if I don’t mean anything to Kat.
After Kat dropped a bomb on my life, I’m filling my time with parties and fake shit. I need something else to keep me going. Something that won’t make me think about her.
I’m somehow still tied to her. Like our connection is too tightly knotted to be unwound.
I will always, always crawl back to her. Wherever she is.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

After the truth bomb dropped at the end of the previous book, readers were left with their guts in a knot awaiting where things will go for Sam and Kat next.  This pair, whose connection once seemed unbreakable, have gone their separate ways at the start of this story.  Anger and fear are their new companions, wallowing in alcohol and partying, living amidst superficiality instead of meaningful substance.  Sam and Kat are clearly hurting here, and I hurt right alongside them, in a story that will take readers to the lowest of lows before putting them back on the road to healing.

With each turn of the page readers will find this is a heavy story, one teeming with angst, one that pulls you in from the very beginning.  Sam and Kat get put through the wringer here, weighed down by their pasts, while discovering new things about themselves on their journey of starting to heal.  This is NOT a standalone story, reading Booker is a necessity, as these two books make for a compelling dichotomy. The author pulls no punches in showing what Sam and Kat are going through, making this an occasionally difficult (but oh so rewarding) read.  There's a lot going on in this story, a lot is especially revealed regarding Kat, and I loved having the chance to get to know the real her and see her roll with the changes coming her way.  Sam and Kat's journey is one of patience, talking through things, along with forging a commitment.  Once they started listening to each other I truly felt hopeful for their future and was rooting for them as they slowly and steadily discovered a path to HEA.  Readers looking for an emotionally engaging tale will want to grab this one as it's a story worth all the tears!

My rating for this is an A-

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.


AUTHOR INFO:

M M Flynn developed a passion for romance novels somewhere between her career as a textbook editor and the throes of motherhood.
She currently lives in the heart of the US with her husband, two kids and their pet doodle. With each new book, M continues to captivate readers with her unique storytelling style and ability to create unforgettable, multidimensional characters. Her books have been praised for their ability to bring a fresh perspective to the romance genre, and have earned her a loyal following of fans.

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Book Release Blitz for Roughing by Jami Davenport (REVIEW)…..

 Suspense and matters of the heart collide in the bad boy of hockey's life as he gets another chance at HEA with the woman who got away.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of the hockey-fueled Roughing by Jami Davenport, along with getting my impressions of it, then add this third installment in the Portland Icehawks series to your bookshelf!

I'm the star defensemen for the Portland Icehawks and the guy everyone loves to hate. Not that I don’t deserve their hatred. After all, how can you like a guy who doesn't even like himself?
Michella is the one woman I can't let go, yet I can't be with her either. We're like a drug to each other, and addictions aren't a good thing. I've messed up a relationship before and destroyed the one person I loved. I can't do the same to Michella. I'm ready to walk away one final time when a child of the street in need of rescuing forces us back together.
To make matters worse, Michella's new job with a private investigative agency puts her in the crosshairs of Portland's elusive serial killer. I have to protect her and this child, even if staying causes more destruction than leaving.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

There's a lot going on in this tale of sports, suspense, and second chances as the bad boy of hockey tries to find a place in his new world...a world he wants no part of and has let everyone know it.  Add in a strong-willed female who pushes the bad boy's boundaries, a female whose job puts her in grave danger, and readers will find themselves frantically turning the pages to see what happens next.

Since being traded to an expansion team in the recent hockey draft Briggs has been the character you love to hate.  He's not at all happy to be added to the roster of this young, losing, team and doesn't hesitate in letting everyone know it which makes him rather insufferable.  If he EVER wants to get back on the ice though he'll need to start making amends...starting with the one he let get away, Michella.  Until this book I found Briggs to be a somewhat one dimensional character when it came to his grumpiness as he went out of his way to be unlikable.  With each turn of the page though Briggs started digging his way out of the hole he dug for himself.  Readers get insight into why he's the way he is, seeing a softer and more caring side, while watching him earn his way back into Michella's (and his teammate's) life.  Michella and Briggs once had a relationship based on one night stands, but after deciding she needed more she walked away.  She recently found herself at a crossroads though, after ending an abusive relationship, and it's now led her to the perfect career and working for a PI.  Michella's a great heroine, one who knows her own self-worth, and she isn't afraid of demanding what she wants.  She's recently become involved in the hunt for a serial killer, one which has her needing Briggs more than ever, in a burgeoning romance full of suspense and sexual tension.

This is a fast-paced read, one that nicely balances heart pounding suspense with a second chance at romance for two people trying to find themselves.  The romance was satisfying while the mystery surrounding the serial killer kept me guessing until the end in a storyline cleverly woven throughout this story.  Along with an appealing heroine, I also enjoyed the glimpses of Briggs' teammates as they started rallying around him when he needed support the most.  Courtesy of a compelling ending I'm left excited for the future of this series, excited to see more of Trent and Remi especially, in a series that continues to entertain.

My rating for this is an A-

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.


AUTHOR INFO:

USA Today Bestselling Author Jami Davenport writes sexy contemporary and sports romances, including her Seattle Sockeyes, Steelheads, The Scoring series, and Portland Icehawks. A former computer geek, Jami has recently achieved her life-long dream of becoming a full-time author. She lives on a small farm near Puget Sound with her Army Ranger-turned-plumber husband and assorted animals who make guest appearances in her books. She's a lifetime Seahawks and Mariners fan and a proud season ticket holder for the Seattle Kraken hockey team.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Book Release Blitz for A Seasonal Song by Dan Shaskin & Deb Wesloh (REVIEW & GIVEAWAY)…..

Fans of romances set in the music world will find themselves drawn to this tale of two musicians from different genres who end up making beautiful music together.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of A Seasonal Song by Dan Shaskin & Deb Weslohme, along with my impressions of this charming contemporary romance, then learn even more about this book by visiting the other sites hosting this tour.  In honor of this tale of love and distance that will leave this unforgettable pair questioning their connection in a lyrical romance, make sure to fill out the form below for the chance to win a $20 Amazon GC too!

Discover love and music in the sultry streets of Miami with “A Seasonal Song.”
Clarissa Bianchi, a talented violinist, lands her dream internship with the Miami Orchestra, but little does she know that she will also discover the love of her life. Jack Williams, a rugged rock guitarist with a broken heart, meets Clarissa and is instantly drawn to her beauty and passion for music. Despite their different musical backgrounds, their mutual love for music brings them together on a journey filled with passion, growth, and unforgettable memories.
As the summer draws to a close, Clarissa and Jack must navigate their intense feelings for each other and determine if their love is strong enough to withstand the distance between Miami and Boston. Will their hearts play a different song, or will the romance come to an end?
“A Seasonal Song” is a love story that will leave you humming a sweet tune long after you turn the last page.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Fans of romances set in the world of music will find much to enjoy as two musicians (from very different genres) find common ground which leaves them making beautiful music together.  From start to finish this is a quick read with surprising depth courtesy of a couple that's immensely likable as they address real and emotionally engaging issues.  They actually talk, pulling me along with them, in a journey that pulls at my heartstrings.  This is an intricately layered romance, seamlessly incorporating music, in a tale that kept me glued to the page.  Both the main couple and the secondary characters kept the action flowing through heart and soul and have me hoping we'll see more of them in the future!

My rating for this is an A-

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Book Tour for Level Up by Sadie Rose (REVIEW)………

 When life is suddenly thrown into chaos, a man moves to a small town where he can start over, but he soon finds unexpected romance.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Level Up by Sadie Rose, along with getting my impressions of this sweet and sentimental m/m romance, then add it to your bookshelf!

Jackson
They say nothing in life is promised, I know that now. When everything I've ever known imploded I made the impulsive decision to leave it all behind by moving to this small town where nobody knows my name.
They also say to expect the unexpected, and I just might like that more.
Alex
They say you can't have it all and I'm starting to think they're right. I have a thriving business and great friends- so why is it I've yet to find The One?
Something else they say? Good things come to those who wait - and I've been one hell of a patient man.
This is a standalone novella.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Readers looking for a little afternoon delight will get just that with this sweet tale of self-discovery and starting over in a small town.  When two men find themselves suddenly single after the end of their relationships, sparks soon start flying in the basement of a hardware store in an endearing meet-cute that put an immediate smile on my face. Amidst talk of nuts and bolts, both men discover mutual attraction that leaves both of them questioning their future in a straightforward talk that I truly appreciated.

Though this is a novella, making it a quick read, I still found their burgeoning romance satisfying.  Alex and Jackson are a very likable pair with interactions that were crackling and teeming with sexual tension.  Their scenes warmed my heart and were utterly charming as they navigated their new feelings.  On a whole I enjoyed their journey, but with a quickly rushed conclusion I'm left hoping that we see more of them in the future. The only other issue about this book revolved around the lack of editing.  For me it's not a big issue, but it did have me rereading some sentences to clear up confusing moments.  Despite that small quibble I definitely fell for Alex and Jackson, fell for their sweet small town personalities, and was rooting for them from start to finish...and by the turn of the final page you'll be rooting for them too!

My rating for this is a B-

*I got this book from the author in exchange for my honest opinion.


AUTHOR INFO:

Sadie Rose is an American author who pens fantasy novellas and romance novels. When she isn't writing she enjoys spending her free time reading, watching television and traveling.
She lives on the west coast with her husband and son.

Book Pre-Order Blitz for Roughing by Jami Davenport…….



Suspense and matters of the heart collide in the bad boy of hockey's life as he gets another chance at HEA with the woman who got away.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of the hockey-fueled Roughing by Jami Davenport, then start counting down the days until this third installment in the Portland Icehawks series hits bookshelves on June 29th!

I'm the star defensemen for the Portland Icehawks and the guy everyone loves to hate. Not that I don’t deserve their hatred. After all, how can you like a guy who doesn't even like himself?
Michella is the one woman I can't let go, yet I can't be with her either. We're like a drug to each other, and addictions aren't a good thing. I've messed up a relationship before and destroyed the one person I loved. I can't do the same to Michella. I'm ready to walk away one final time when a child of the street in need of rescuing forces us back together.
To make matters worse, Michella's new job with a private investigative agency puts her in the crosshairs of Portland's elusive serial killer. I have to protect her and this child, even if staying causes more destruction than leaving.

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AUTHOR INFO:

USA Today Bestselling Author Jami Davenport writes sexy contemporary and sports romances, including her Seattle Sockeyes, Steelheads, The Scoring series, and Portland Icehawks. A former computer geek, Jami has recently achieved her life-long dream of becoming a full-time author. She lives on a small farm near Puget Sound with her Army Ranger-turned-plumber husband and assorted animals who make guest appearances in her books. She's a lifetime Seahawks and Mariners fan and a proud season ticket holder for the Seattle Kraken hockey team.

Monday, June 19, 2023

Book Blitz for Morning Star by Kris Jayne (REVIEW & GIVEAWAY)…..


A sexy playa ends up needing a bride immediately if he wants to keep his money in this slow-burn romance that starts out fake before becoming all too real.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Morning Star by Kris Jayne, along with getting my impressions of it, then learn even more about this book by visiting the other sites hosting this tour.  In honor of this third installment in the Lone Star Crossed Saga make sure to fill out the form below for US readers to have the chance to win a signed, print set of the first three books in the series while International readers will get a digital bundle.

The marriage is fake, but the passion is real.
Famous for his last name, devilish Anthony Star-Hunter is the black sheep of the Star clan. He’s an expert at using his tall, dark, and handsome charm to get women into bed—the last remnant of his declining hard-party escapades.
But the bucks are about to stop here. His grandfather’s will demands he marry to inherit his fortune. Anthony panics. Even with his bad boy allure, how the hell is he going to find a tolerable bride, like, yesterday?
The minute Sarah Pennington spots the tattooed muscles her new stepsister’s ex hides under his Italian suits, she rolls her eyes. Anthony is not for her. And with her father maybe headed to prison for a financial fiasco, she’s had enough bad male behavior. She’s responsible. She’s hard-working. She…can’t stop having naughty dreams about the sexy “celebutant.”
At a beach-side wedding, a drunken mishap throws Sarah into Anthony’s bed, and he’s intrigued. Can he convince her to give fake marriage a chance? Can she convince herself to keep her heart out of the deal?
Their slow-burn, un-love affair isn’t what either expect, but it might be what both of them need forever.



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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Not having read the previous books in the Lone Star Crossed Saga, I didn't know what to expect and was worried I'd feel lost.  Luckily that wasn't the case though as this second chance romance stood strongly on its own to give readers a likable main couple who have more to themselves than they show the world.  This is a slow burn romance that sees the two of them letting down their emotional walls in a fake relationship that becomes more and more real with each turn of the page.

Anthony comes from a family of money which has allowed him to enjoy his life to the fullest...with no thought for the future.  Learning of the stipulations in his grandfather's will though forces him to take a good hard look at himself and the man he's become as he's going to have to find a wife if he wants to keep his money.  So begins a sweet and sentimental journey of introspection that has readers seeing him in a whole new light.  Sarah is just the woman Anthony needs, so her coming back into his life is fortuitous when it comes to his inheritance.  Despite her better judgment she's always been attracted to Anthony.  With her life revolving around work and keeping her father out of jail though, she's tried to steer clear of him and the temptation he represents.  When he makes her a business offer she can't refuse, life takes an unexpected turn for the both of them in this slow-burn journey to HEA.

This is a true fairytale romance, one with not a lot of angst or true heartbreak.  This is a story of second chances and becoming the person you were meant to be by grabbing on to what's most important.  This is a heartwarming tale with a couple I was rooting for from start to finish.  Though their story has been told many times I still found it a satisfying tale with secondary characters who have me wanting to read the previous installments in this series!

My rating for this is a B+

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.

AUTHOR INFO:

Kris Jayne is a devoted writer, reader, and traveler, crafting addictive contemporary romance novels with heat and heart. She spends her days blissfully sweating out the writing process in the Dallas area with her dogs, Otis the Shih Tzu, Rocco the Terrier, and Red the Foxy Mutt.
Her passion for writing is only matched by her passion for the adventures of travel. In 2008, she let a friend talk her into sleeping outside for the first time in her life when she climbed Mount Kilimanjaro.
P.S. If you’re buying her a gift, she has a penchant for single-malt Scotch and scarves.


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Friday, June 16, 2023

Book Release Blitz for My Fair Thief by Delta James (GIVEAWAY)….


It's a romance of twists and turns for a jewel thief trying to defend her family's honor and the man determined to bring her to justice.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of My Fair Thief by Delta James, then add it to your bookshelf.  In honor of this second installment in the Relentless Pursuit series make sure to fill out the form below for the chance to win a $25 Amazon GC too!

When the thief he is chasing becomes more than just a job, will the distraction be his undoing or her death sentence?
Claire Mitchell is a master jewel thief, who has a secret. Although the thrill of the heist is exciting there is a reason behind her choice of profession. Family honor above all else. It was the perfect plan…until he interfered.
Ryland Fletcher is the investigator determined to catch her. As he tracks Claire and gets to know her he finds there are more questions than answers. He doesn’t trust the beautiful thief in his bed but it doesn’t stop him from wanting her. The risk is life or death but the rewards are too great to resist.
What begins as a heist of the century turns into a game of cat and mouse. When their game of cat and mouse turns deadly it’s time to bring her in.

EXCERPT:

Looking at her was physically painful. He loved her so much and she seemed to be unable to make the choice he needed her to make. Was he going to lose her to this obsession she had? An obsession that only she and those to whom she gave over the pieces of stolen jewelry would ever know or care about.
Claire stopped at the doorway and turned back towards him. “How can you say that to me? How can you issue an ultimatum and think I won’t tell you to go fuck yourself?”
So that was her response. Not only wouldn’t she give up her Don Quixote-like quest, but she would also turn on him.
“Because I don’t know any other way to get through to you.”
“You know how much I loved my granda. You know what the Clarion meant to him and why I am determined to see this through. Can’t you just turn your back and let me finish?”
He really had hoped to avoid this confrontation standing in the middle of the cottage’s front lawn, in front of his team, but she seemed determined to have it out with him.
“Do I mean anything to you?” he asked. “Was any of it real? Or was I just a means to an end?”
She jerked her head back as if he’d physically struck her. He wanted to go forward, fold her in his arms, and tell her they’d find a way, but they were at a crossroads and Claire needed to decide which way she wanted to go.
“How can you say that to me? One minute you tell me you love me and the next you’re telling me I have to choose? Why is it me? Why can’t you be the one to choose between me and forcing me not to do something that you know is important to me?”

“Because I’m not the one breaking the law. I am on the right side of this, you aren’t.”
“Do you have any idea how much I love you? Do you know I’ve never said that to any man before? How can you not know how important you are to me?”
The instinct to soothe her fears was so strong. He needed her to be strong enough to choose him.
“If I’m that important to you, you’ll abandon this deadly mission of yours.”
She recoiled from him and turned back to the cottage. “I want you and your men off my property tonight.



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AUTHOR INFO:

As a USA Today bestselling romance author, Delta James aims to captivate readers with stories about complex, curvy heroines and the dominant alpha males who adore them. For Delta, romance is more than just a love story; it’s a journey with challenges and thrills along the way.
After creating a second chapter for herself that was dramatically different than the first, Delta now resides in Florida where she relaxes on warm summer evenings with her loveable pack of basset hounds as they watch the birds, squirrels and lizards. When not crafting fast-paced tales, she enjoys horseback riding, walks on the beach, and white-water rafting.
More about Delta, including a full list of her books and audiobooks, can be found HERE.
Her readers mean the world to her, and Delta tries to interact personally to as many messages as she can. If you’d like to chat or discuss books, you can find Delta on Instagram, Facebook, and in her private reader group HERE.
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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Book Release Blitz for The Brickwall & the Bombshell by Jiffy Kate (REVIEW)…….

 A fake relationship soon becomes all too real for an athlete needing to clean up his reputation and a reporter being stalked in this roommates to lovers story full of heart and soul.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of The Brickwall & the Bombshell by Jiffy Kate, along with my opinions of it, then add this fourth installment in the New Orleans Revelers series to your bookshelf!

He needs respectability and she needs a safe place to land. It’s a win-win, right?
Mack Granger’s reputation is a PR nightmare. As his career winds down, he realizes he needs to clean up his act. One way to secure his post-MLB future is to convince the media he’s in a stable, loving relationship. When fate drops a roomie with benefits into his lap, it’s like hitting a grand slam.
Greer Bradley is tossed a curve ball via a creepy email. As her new job covering the New Orleans Revelers for a local station heats up, so do the stalkerish advances. A too close for comfort encounter sends her running to Mack Granger’s doorstep. He might be MLB’s biggest playboy, but if she’s being honest, he makes her feel safe...and sexed-up.
Somewhere in the midst of the crazy game called life, this fake relationship could become the most real thing either of them has ever experienced.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

As a first time reader of this dynamic duo I found much to like about this baseball-fueled romance of opposites who find a deep connection once they look below the surface of what the world sees.  From the steamy interactions between Mack and Greer to a storyline teeming with suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat (and guessing until the very end), I found myself quickly turning the pages to see which of my emotions were going to be played with next.  Though much about this story has a familiar feel, it's still well-crafted with a likable main couple who slowly become just what the other needs to make this a good addition to the New Orleans Revelers series.

My rating for this is an A-

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.


AUTHOR INFO:

Jiffy Kate is the joint pen name for Jiff Simpson and Jenny Kate Altman.
Together, they spend their evenings and weekends spinning tales and hoping one
day they hit a best-sellers list.
You can connect with them and follow along with their shenanigans on social media.
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Book Teaser for Roughing by Jami Davenport……..

 Suspense and matters of the heart collide in the bad boy of hockey's life as he gets another chance at HEA with the woman who got away.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of the hockey-fueled Roughing by Jami Davenport, then start counting down the days until this third installment in the Portland Icehawks series hits bookshelves on June 29th!


I'm the star defensemen for the Portland Icehawks and the guy everyone loves to hate. Not that I don’t deserve their hatred. After all, how can you like a guy who doesn't even like himself?
Michella is the one woman I can't let go, yet I can't be with her either. We're like a drug to each other, and addictions aren't a good thing. I've messed up a relationship before and destroyed the one person I loved. I can't do the same to Michella. I'm ready to walk away one final time when a child of the street in need of rescuing forces us back together.
To make matters worse, Michella's new job with a private investigative agency puts her in the crosshairs of Portland's elusive serial killer. I have to protect her and this child, even if staying causes more destruction than leaving.


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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Book Release Blast for If I Asked You to Stay by Brianna Remus (GIVEAWAY)…….


Two young people left on their own make a connection that roars back to life ten years later as feelings from the past seek to take this pair down a permanent road to HEA.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of If I Asked You to Stay by Brianna Remus, then add it to your bookshelf!  In honor of this first installment in the Pebble Brook Falls series, fill out the form below for the chance to win a signed copy of this book!

Fall head over heels for this binge-worthy read of two hearts who have always been destined to come together…even after ten years of being apart.
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We were both orphans.
While Johnny Moore was the product of alcohol and bad decisions, he never let his family define him. And me? Well, let’s just say that my mother’s unwanted pregnancy almost destroyed her family name and leaving me behind was the best decision she ever made.
Johnny and I made a pact all those years ago—never leave. Two simple words that always gave me hope. Something solid to lean on when things got tough.
But I guess promises are meant to be broken. The memory of Johnny walking away on his eighteenth birthday will forever be burned into my heart like a brand.
Ten years of forgetting him. Ten long years of forging my own path and trying to make my dreams come true…without him.
Nothing could have prepared me for the series of events that brought me back to Pebble Brook Falls and face-to-face with Johnny Moore. The very man I wanted nothing more than to forget…forever.
And nothing could have prepared me for the man that was the embodiment of my weaknesses. With his towering height, southern accent, and a smile that made me weak in the knees, I was completely helpless against him.
He had been my first for everything, and I mean everything. And even though I knew he was the only person who could break my heart, the moment I laid my eyes on him after ten years, I knew I wanted him to be my last—my forever.
The only question was, would he even want me to stay?

EXCERPT:

I grasped his large hand in mine and brought it to my lips, pressing gentle kisses to each of his knuckles. He watched me with hooded eyes that tracked my every movement. The air was thick between us. Tension buzzed and I thought he might pull me down to kiss him again as his lips parted.
But instead, he said, “I’ve missed this so much.”
I knew what he meant because I felt it too, but I still wanted him to say it out loud. “What did you miss?”
The tilt of his lips revealed his dimple, nestled deep against the edge of his mouth. Even after all these years, he still knew me so well.
“I’ve missed you, Lo. I’ve missed the way the moonlight turns your blonde hair silver. How your tiny button nose scrunches when you’re frustrated. And the way your blue eyes light up every time you see a furry animal.” His gaze dipped to my mouth, an intense smoldering burned in his irises. “And the way you always taste of sweet nectar when you open up for me.”
The pad of his thumb scorched me as he slid it over my bottom lip. When he pulled down slightly, the hunger I felt for him intensified. When we made love for the first time, it was tender and innocent. Neither one of us had a clue of what to do. And though neither one of us had been with anyone else, I still knew things would be different if we crossed that line now. Johnny was no longer a gangly teenager. He was a man in every sense of the word. And I wanted to see just what those twelve years of experience could do.



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AUTHOR INFO:

Brianna Remus is a Florida-based author who lives with her husband, three pups, and terrorizing cat. She started her writing journey in 2016 to ward off the woes of graduate school. The light-hearted hobby quickly turned into a passion filled dream that consistently distracts her from the real world.
When Brianna isn't working as a psychology resident or writing books, you can find her getting lost in the worlds created by others (through writing and movies), spending a day at the ocean, or taking a walk in the forest. She loves to spend her days outdoors surrounded by the beauties of nature.
A true Tolkien nerd, she also spends a lot of her time immersed in Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, as well as praying that Amazon doesn't completely fuck up the new LOTR series.



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