Book Release Blitz for Harvest Moon Kisses by Sara Ohlin (REVIEW)……

 A woman with no ties in the states finds herself connecting to the small town where she's wanting to start an equine therapy program in this sweet and sensual contemporary romance.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Harvest Moon Kisses by Sara Ohlin, along with my impressions of it, then add this second installment in the My Graciella series to your bookshelf!

Choosing true love suddenly seems like no sacrifice at all.

Starting an equine therapy program is Vivianna Orleans’ dream, and she has three months to work on it at Brockman Farms before family obligations will pull her back to France. Arriving in the charming town of Graciella, Vivianna discovers her small rental house is right next door to bachelor Jake Cooper.

Thirty-six-year-old estate attorney Jake Cooper has purchased his first home in Graciella. Too bad his girlfriend doesn’t share his love of small-town life and dumps him. But Jake’s used to moving on from relationships. He’s also used to charming people and being the life of the party, but the woman in the rental next door won’t give him the time of day or even her name.

Slowly, guardedly, the pair draw closer, bonding over their love of animals…including Jake’s crazy rescue mutt who adores Vivianna. When Vivianna gets hurt, Jake swoops in to care for her and their love affair begins. The people and town of Graciella swirl their magic and friendship around Vivianna, urging her to stay…despite the family duties demanding her return to her old life.

Will she give up her legacy and inheritance for a beautiful found family and true love?

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

With summer winding down I've been on the lookout for quick reads with likable characters, romantic storylines that warm your heart, all in a tale wrapped up in a beautiful bow.  This is just such a read!  It's an easygoing romance with an appealing main couple and just the right amount of emotional melodrama to keep you turning the pages.

Vivianna is a woman with a dream...a dream that time is running out on.  To help her achieve her dream though she's got the unexpected allies of the denizens of Graciella as well as Jake, the single attorney next door.  Vivianna's an appealing heroine, one who's loving and loyal, yet afraid to trust her heart.  Throughout the story, and with the unconditional support of the colorful townsfolk of Graciella, she slowly strengthens her self-esteem in a story of empowerment.  Jake's a good match for Vivianna, a man who's been seen as the life of the party who lives for the moment.  With Vivianna, he's willing to take his time though, and together they create a sensual burn that was nicely built up.

Along with a main couple who readers will be rooting for, there's the equally delightful citizens of Graciella who infused an extra bit of joy to the story.  To top it off, there's Gus...the doggy star of the story.  He played a pivotal role in bringing these two neighbors together and I absolutely adored him.  He added to the warmth of this small town romance and helped put a smile on my face that I'm still wearing.  While this story is nothing new, what it does do it does very well...which has me looking forward to the next installment 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:

Puget Sound based writer, Sara Ohlin is a mom, wannabe photographer, obsessive reader, ridiculous foodie, and the author of the contemporary romance novels, Handling the Rancher, Salvaging Love and the upcoming contemporary romance Seducing the Dragonfly.

She has over fifteen years of creative non-fiction and memoir writing experience, and you can find her essays at Anderbo.com, Feminine Collective, Mothers Always Write, Her View from Home, and in anthologies such as Are We Feeling Better Yet? Women Speak about Healthcare in America, Take Care: Tales, Tips, & Love from Women Caregivers, and Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Although she’s the author of many essays about life, grief, motherhood and the connections we make through delicious food and shared meals, Sara loves creating imaginary worlds with tight-knit communities in her romance novels. She credits her mother, Mary, Nora Roberts and Rosamunde Pilcher for her love of romance.

If she’s not reading or writing, you will most likely find her in the kitchen creating scrumptious meals with her two kids and amazing husband, or perhaps cooking up her next love story. She once met a person who both “didn’t read books” and wasn’t “that into food” and it nearly broke her heart. You can learn more about Ms. Ohlin on her website.

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Book Release Blast for Made For You by Natasha Madison (REVIEW)…..

 A woman born and bred into a hockey dynasty finds peace and quiet on her newly-bought boat until she meets the grumpy ex-hockey player living on the boat next door in this sexy story full of crackling banter.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Made For You by Natasha Madison, along with getting my impressions of this second installment in the Made For series, then add it to your bookshelf!

From Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestselling author Natasha Madison comes

A brand new stand-alone enemies-to-lovers grumpy/sunshine sports romance.
A spin-off from the Only One series
Vivienne
I did the last thing I ever expected to do. I bought a boat. A beautiful boat that was all mine to spend the summer on.
Only thing I was looking forward to was the calm being on the water brought me.
A place where I wasn’t a hockey dynasty princess or the only single girl of the family.
What I wasn’t looking forward to was the broody man in the boat next to me.
Xavier
I was at the top of my game two years ago.
Then it all came crashing down.
I hung up my skates and vowed to never play again.
I was good at hockey, but hockey was bad for me.
I planned to spend my life on my boat with my dog.
Alone. Happily alone.
Until she came along.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Fans of sports romances will find much to enjoy about this hockey-fueled romance of the slow burn connection between neighbors and their place in the hockey world that brings them together, the secrets and the personal needs that make them who they are.  Witty banter, characters unafraid of showing their true selves, and a lovable dog who steals every scene she's in will take readers on a heartfelt journey that fueled all sorts of emotions in me...leaving me immensely satisfied by the turn of the final page.

Vivienne's a strong-willed heroine, one whose family lives and breathes hockey.  Wanting a respite from all of that though, wanting to bathe in her true desire of being a writer, Vivienne buys a boat and finds herself writing a new ending to her own personal story after meeting her new neighbor...former hockey star, Xavier.  Vivienne's the perfect match for Xavier despite their apparent differences.  She's happy with where her life is, content and not afraid to show it.

Xavier just wants to be left alone when readers first see him...be alone with just his dog, Beatrice.  Despite wanting to be a hermit, he's drawn to Vivienne and a tentative friendship soon begins which slowly turns steamy.  Throughout their time together Vivienne's a strong support to him, never pushing him to reveal his personal truths but listening without judgment as he reveals his heartbreaking past.  Xavier's past is one that revolves around hockey and it's one that's very timely in 2023 with other athletes revealing similar truths.  For Xavier, hockey was once everything to him...until the pressure and the public condemnation became too much.  The judgements of others, and the lack of support from his team and coaches, led to depression and thoughts of suicide in a story that broke my heart and had me wanting to hug him.  For his own well-being he left it all behind, but with Vivienne and her family's support, he gets pulled back into the world he once ran from...with this time around being very different as the power of love envelops him in its supportive hug.  I adored Xavier!  He's sexy, strong, and wasn't afraid to show his vulnerable side.  He wasn't afraid to walk away as he knew he needed to do so to survive.  The feelings he experienced were vividly depicted and pulled at my heartstrings.  His inner dialogue, and interactions with Beatrice, pulled me into his life even further and left me rooting for him to find happiness...which led him to Vivienne and interactions that warmed my heart and made me smile.

The majority of this book deals with the burgeoning romance between Vivienne and Xavier and oh what a wonderful romance it is!  It's a slow-burn between them in a romance that builds through secrets being revealed and support being given.  Along with an emotional connection there's a lot of steamy encounters and witty banter that made for a decadently delightful tale.  Along with an unforgettable main couple there's the wonderfully supportive Grant family as well as the entire Dallas hockey team, men who have Xavier's back without question.  The last part of the book has Xavier re-entering the world of hockey and it kept me on the edge of my seat while rooting for him to find a HEA on the ice as well as off the ice.  To be honest, it's Beatrice who steals the story though.  With her charm, her love, and her support I wanted to hug her over and over for being there for Xavier throughout all those lonely years.

My rating for this is an A.

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

Book Release Blast for Playboy’s Reward by Gina Azzi (REVIEW)…….

 A fake relationship slowly becomes something more as two people try to navigate self-doubts and family obligations in this contemporary romance set in the world of sports.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Playboy's Reward by Gina Azzi, along with getting my impressions of it, then add this fourth installment in the Tennessee Thunderbolts series to your bookshelf!

It was supposed to be one fake date...

When sexy-as-sin Harper Henderson launches profanities into the night sky from the balcony below mine, I’m forced to intervene. I may be a professional hockey player with a playboy reputation, but I’m also a good guy.
Charming and affable with unrivaled cheekbones and a lack of serious commitments (save for hockey), I make an impressive plus-one.
Volunteering to be Harper’s date to her dreaded ten-year high school reunion is easy. Pretending not to fall for her when our innocent kisses turn passionate is a little more challenging.
But when Harper returns the fake date favor and accompanies me to my parents’ anniversary party, everything changes. She garners my dad’s respect and effortlessly mingles with my childhood friends. She eases the familial pressure I drown under and makes me crave the things I used to laugh off.
Tangling up with Harper was supposed to be a fun way to pass the summer. So, why does it feel like she’s the real prize? The elusive, fleeting kind of real I’ve avoided for years?
And how can I prove that this playboy wants a different kind of reward? One that sounds a lot like commitment...

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Readers find themselves welcomed back into the sports world with open arms in this (at times) charming and (sometimes) frustrating tale of two neighbors whose fake romance slowly becomes something more.  When these two neighbors decide to help each other out by being the plus-one to each other's social events, they end up feeling much more for each other but must work past self-doubts and familial expectations if they have any chance for a HEA.  From the first page to the last readers will find themselves fully invested in this couple's journey, rooting for them to stop letting outside voices hurt their burgeoning romance, while delighting in their sweet and sexy interactions.

Damien Barnes has shown himself to be the playboy of the team, both on the ice as a hockey player and off the ice as a real hottie with a quick smile and an easygoing nature.  His family life though is something that greatly affects him and has held him back from fully committing to another person.  Meeting Harper, and spending time with her, has him wanting to put his heart on the line and into her hands for safe keeping though.  With him starting to let his guard down with her things soon turn serious...and emotional speed bumps soon arise.  Damien's family caused a lot of frustrations for me and dimmed my enjoyment of this story whenever their toxic selves showed up.  They fueled doubts in him, had him questioning his feelings for Harper, and caused unnecessary angst and melodrama late in the story before he finally groveled his way to HEA.

Harper recently returned to her hometown, the place where her best friend (now, former) hooked up with her boyfriend (now, her ex).  She works for the Coyotes, the local football team (and another series from this author), and lives next door to a super sexy hockey player whose friendship soon turns more romantic.  Harper's a strong-willed heroine, someone focused on her future/her career, and is all in with Damien once things turn romantic.  I admired her making a new life for herself after so many betrayals and was rooting for her through all the good moments between her and Damian as well as their low point late in the story.

On a whole this was a satisfying tale with a likable main couple who were endearing as friends and sizzling as lovers.  I enjoyed seeing their friendship build but was frustrated by the speed bump they experienced late in the story that jarred me from my happy place.  Despite that I still found much to enjoy about the burgeoning connection between Damien and Harper, just as I enjoyed the friendships they cultivated between other hockey players as well as Damien's football teammates.  The banter amongst these individuals was surprisingly heartfelt and playful and added a unique layer to both of these sports series.  Fans of the themes of fake relationships and friends to lovers, along with lovers of sports romances, will find this a delightful addition to the Tennessee Thunderbolts series and it will give them something to reread while waiting for the next book by Ms. Azzi to be released.

My rating for this is a B+

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

AUTHOR INFO:

I’m Gina Azzi, a book-obsessed, coffee-drinking, globetrotting, mama of soon-to-be three! I write sweet with a dash of spicy New Adult and Contemporary Romance full of good men putting in work to win the hearts of even better women.

A total Jersey girl at heart, I struggle with insatiable wanderlust and currently reside in Ontario, Canada with my family.

When I’m not dreaming up storylines or writing all the words, you can find me hanging with my littles, attempting to bake, or planning my next adventure.

Connect with me on social media or at ginaazziauthor@gmail.com. I’d love to hear from you!

Happy Reading! Xo,

Gina

Book Cover Reveal for The C Agreement by R.L. Kenderson……

 An average gal looking for knowledge in the bedroom calls on her brother's best friend, a man who's not interested in commitment, to help her but finds unexpected romance instead in this steamy rom-com.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of The C Agreement by R.L. Kenderson, then add this second installment in the Rendezvous series to your bookshelf too!

I was the girl next door...with a few extra pounds. My job was demanding and kept me on my toes, but when I was deep in a case, it left me little time for relationships. And because of that, I had some complaints in the bedroom.

What I wanted was for someone to teach me to be a better lover. I needed someone I trusted with my body without the fear of falling in love and someone who wasn’t looking for anything more than sex. And I needed a man who knew how to use his body.
That was where Cade Nichols came in. He was my older brother’s best friend and anti-commitment. And my brother just challenged him to sleep with only one woman for two months. So, I offered to help Cade win that bet. As long as he helped me learn my way around a cock.
What I didn’t bet on was life not going as planned.

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AUTHOR INFO:

R.L. Kenderson is two best friends writing under one name. Renae has always loved reading and in third grade wrote her first poem where she learned she might have a knack for this writing thing. Lara remembers sneaking her grandmother’s Harlequin novels when she was probably too young to be reading them, and since then she knew she wanted to write her own.

When they met in college, they bonded over their love of reading and the TV show Charmed. What really spiced up their friendship was when Lara introduced Renae to romance novels. When they discovered their first vampire romance, they knew there would always be a special place in their hearts for paranormal romance. After being unable to find certain storylines and characteristics they wanted to read about in the hundreds of books they consumed, they decided to write their own.

One lives in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and the other in the Kansas City area where they they both work in the medical field during the day and they’re a sexy author by night. They communicate through phone, email, and whole lot of messaging.

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Book Release Blast for Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf (REVIEW)……..

 Readers go back into the college world with this steamy tale of a young woman attracted to her next door neighbor and his fighting his mutual attraction to her...all against a backdrop of character growth and plans for the future.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf, along with my impressions of this third installment in the Savage U series, then be sure to add it to your bookshelf!

You need a keeper, Elsa.The first time I laid eyes on the delicious mountain of a man, Lachlan “Lock” Kelly, he walked out of the room without giving me a single glance.

You’re in trouble now.
It’s my junior year at Savage U and life is grand. Except for the fact that Lachlan Kelly lives right next door, he acts like he doesn’t know my name, and he barely acknowledges my existence.
I don’t get it. How can he so easily look away from me when he’s all I see?
The ice queen is melting...
A few angry frat boys and their arm candy make it their mission to ruin my semester and possibly my life. But I show those boys that messing with Elena Sanderson is a fatal mistake, and Lachlan surprisingly backs me up. And when he finally gives me his attention, I greedily soak up everything he has to offer.
You’re arsenic-laced candy
Lachlan tells me I’m bad for him, but he can’t resist the pull between us anymore.
I don’t break things.
I know he’s not staying.
When he goes, he’ll leave me tangled up in memories.
I won’t play games.
His promises have a time limit, even though I’m beginning to wish they didn’t.
Even if it hurts...
We were over before we ever began.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

The Savage U series has been an emotional smorgasbord for readers and this latest release just adds to the intensity.  Readers get pulled in wholeheartedly to the collegiate world where you try to blend your youth with your impending adulthood, becoming who you're meant to be.  For Elena, it's been a particularly rocky journey with a lot of emotional baggage that we learn about throughout this book and that had me admiring her all the more because of it.  Lachlan too shows himself to be more than what readers have seen before, an imperfect man who ends up being perfect for Elena despite the antagonism  between them early on.  With each turn of the page an epic romance is revealed, an epic journey of personal growth for two apparent opposites who are more than what they show the world.  By the final page this book has proven itself to be an unforgettable tale, one that leaves a mark on readers, heart and soul.

Elena Sanderson's a bold and sassy young woman, someone readers have seen throughout many books as she's left an indelible mark in Ms. Wolf's literary world.  Reader's first glimpse of her (way back when) showed an entitled young lady, a bully, and someone who wasn't very likable.  She came from a life of privilege where everything seemed perfect, but the reality was vastly different.  Her tough exterior was an armor to the truth, a truth that's slowly revealed here.  Elena goes from being someone readers are booing to someone readers are cheering as the curtain is pulled away and the truth of what she's feeling and dealt with is revealed in heartfelt moments with a man she never expected to find a connection with.  The truth of what Elena's dealt with was heartbreaking and it had me wanting her to be hugged.  To see this dichotomy of her bold talking and carrying a big stick (or in actuality, a bat) with someone clearly hurting over a lifetime of hurts, made for an epic journey of character growth and made Elena bigger than life for me.

Lachlan Kelly's a big brute of a guy, quiet yet caring and protective.  He loves with his whole heart, is steady and reliable, and is more than ready to be done with college so he can return home.  Knowing he'll soon be leaving has him keeping things casual when it comes to women, has him keeping the small group of friends he has and uninterested in making any more.  His feelings regarding Elena at the start are based on the tough exterior she's always shown the world.  He knows of her nasty behavior in high school and has no desire to associate with her beyond their similar group of friends.  But fate has other plans, and when she becomes roommates with his best friend as well as his next door neighbor, they can't help but interact.  And oh, what interactions readers get to see!  Steamy encounters, and slow reveals of the layers that make up both of them, make for an epic story that pulled every one of my heartstrings.  Lachlan is a fixer by nature, but Elena's the kind of woman who can stand up for herself which confuses him at times and has him stumbling in ways that hurt her and leave him groveling for forgiveness.  He's an imperfect hero who always tries to do the right thing but sometimes puts his foot in his mouth, a realistic character who was drool-worthy and the newest addition to my book boyfriend list. He's got his own baggage, things that make him closed off, and seeing him and Elena bond over their similar issues was a special thing to see.

This was a powerful and engaging read, one that can be read on its own but is made much richer if you read the previous books.  The character growth of Elena is one of the best parts of this book and is something you want to see from the beginning.  Issues of mental health are dealt with here too, handled in a realistic and respectful way, dealt with head-on but not overtaking the storyline.  Along with heavy emotional issues is a sizzling romance between Elena and Lachlan, a romance that is sweet and sexy, one that has them growing closer over interludes of sharing their pasts.  Theirs is a rocky road to HEA, one that kept me guessing and hoping that they can make things work until the turn of the final page.  On a whole this was a powerful read, one with unforgettable characters with emotions that were slowly laid bare to pull readers in to this amazing world Ms. Wolf has crafted.  It's a book, and a series, that I wholeheartedly recommend and am ready to reread myself!

My rating for this is an A.

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

AUTHOR INFO:

Julia Wolf writes sexy rockers and badass women. She’s a huge believer in happily ever afters, no matter how complicated the road to get there is.

Julia lives in Maryland with her husband and three crazy, beautiful children. When she’s not writing romance, she’s reading it. Some of her favorite things are, in no particular order: goats, books, coffee, and Target.

Book Teaser Blast for Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf……

 Readers revisit the college world with this steamy tale of a young woman attracted to her next door neighbor, and his trying to fight his mutual attraction to her, all while they join together in a battle against bullies.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf, then start counting down the days until this third installment in the Savage U series hits shelves on August 18th!

You need a keeper, Elsa.The first time I laid eyes on the delicious mountain of a man, Lachlan “Lock” Kelly, he walked out of the room without giving me a single glance.

You’re in trouble now.
It’s my junior year at Savage U and life is grand. Except for the fact that Lachlan Kelly lives right next door, he acts like he doesn’t know my name, and he barely acknowledges my existence.
I don’t get it. How can he so easily look away from me when he’s all I see?
The ice queen is melting...
A few angry frat boys and their arm candy make it their mission to ruin my semester and possibly my life. But I show those boys that messing with Elena Sanderson is a fatal mistake, and Lachlan surprisingly backs me up. And when he finally gives me his attention, I greedily soak up everything he has to offer.
You’re arsenic-laced candy
Lachlan tells me I’m bad for him, but he can’t resist the pull between us anymore.
I don’t break things.
I know he’s not staying.
When he goes, he’ll leave me tangled up in memories.
I won’t play games.
His promises have a time limit, even though I’m beginning to wish they didn’t.
Even if it hurts...
We were over before we ever began.

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Book Cover Reveal for Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf……..

 Readers go back into the college world with this steamy tale of a young woman attracted to her next door neighbor and his fighting his mutual attraction to her...all while they join together in a battle against bullies.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of Sweet Like Poison by J. Wolf, then start counting down the days until this third installment in the Savage U series hits shelves on August 18th!

You need a keeper, Elsa.

The first time I laid eyes on the delicious mountain of a man, Lachlan “Lock” Kelly, he walked out of the room without giving me a single glance.
You’re in trouble now.
It’s my junior year at Savage U and life is grand. Except for the fact that Lachlan Kelly lives right next door, he acts like he doesn’t know my name, and he barely acknowledges my existence.
I don’t get it. How can he so easily look away from me when he’s all I see?
The ice queen is melting...
A few angry frat boys and their arm candy make it their mission to ruin my semester and possibly my life. But I show those boys that messing with Elena Sanderson is a fatal mistake, and Lachlan surprisingly backs me up. And when he finally gives me his attention, I greedily soak up everything he has to offer.
You’re arsenic-laced candy
Lachlan tells me I’m bad for him, but he can’t resist the pull between us anymore.
I don’t break things.
I know he’s not staying.
When he goes, he’ll leave me tangled up in memories.
I won’t play games.
His promises have a time limit, even though I’m beginning to wish they didn’t.
Even if it hurts...
We were over before we ever began.

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AUTHOR INFO:

Julia Wolf writes sexy rockers and badass women. She’s a huge believer in happily ever afters, no matter how complicated the road to get there is.

Julia lives in Maryland with her husband and three crazy, beautiful children. When she’s not writing romance, she’s reading it. Some of her favorite things are, in no particular order: goats, books, coffee, and Target.

Book Teaser for Roughing The Kicker by Emily Silver……

 Friends are tempted to become more in this charming sports-fueled romance where an injury has them seeing each other in a different light.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of Roughing The Kicker by Emily Silver, then start counting down the days until this first installment in the Denver Mountain Lions series hits bookshelves on June 16th!

Jackson Fields. Denver’s star kicker. Best friend since 9th grade. And love of my life since he moved in next door.But what happens when I move in with him?

When an injury sidelines him, I step up. Living with him will be easy. I can hide my feelings long enough to take care of him. I’ve done it for 13 years. A few weeks will be a piece of cake.
Except he depends on me for everything. Every touch, every move he makes has butterflies swarming my stomach. I can’t fall for him. Because he’s my friend. And he doesn’t see me as anything else.
But when his situation changes, he starts to see me in a new light. Am I willing to risk everything to see if we’ll be good together? Or will we always be destined to be just friends?

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Book Cover Reveal for Roughing The Kicker by Emily Silver……

Friends are tempted to become more in this charming sports-fueled romance where an injury has them seeing each other in a different light.  Keep reading to get a tempting glimpse of Roughing The Kicker by Emily Silver, then start counting down the days until this first installment in the Denver Mountain Lions series hits bookshelves on June 16th!

Jackson Fields. Denver’s star kicker. Best friend since 9th grade. And love of my life since he moved in next door.

But what happens when I move in with him?
When an injury sidelines him, I step up. Living with him will be easy. I can hide my feelings long enough to take care of him. I’ve done it for 13 years. A few weeks will be a piece of cake.
Except he depends on me for everything. Every touch, every move he makes has butterflies swarming my stomach. I can’t fall for him. Because he’s my friend. And he doesn’t see me as anything else.
But when his situation changes, he starts to see me in a new light. Am I willing to risk everything to see if we’ll be good together? Or will we always be destined to be just friends?

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AUTHOR INFO:

Hello! After winning a Young Author’s Award in second grade, Emily Silver was destined to be a writer. She loves writing strong heroines and the swoony men who fall for them.

A lover of all things romance, Emily started writing books set in her favorite places around the world. As an avid traveler, she’s been to all seven continents and sailed around the globe. Some of her favorite places are Antarctica (Emily's first book is a love letter to Antarctica!), New Zealand, London and South Africa!

When she’s not writing, Emily can be found sipping cocktails on her porch, reading all the romance she can get her hands on and planning her next big adventure!

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Book Tour for Twelve Naughty Days Anthology (REVIEW)…..

 Christmas has come early with the release of this decadently delicious collection of 12 steamy holiday-themed short stories.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Twelve Naughty Days Anthology, along with getting my impressions of it, then be sure to add it to your bookshelf!

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...TWELVE NAUGHTY DAYS

Cancel your plans, because twelve of the hottest romance authors have teamed up to bring you a delicious holiday treat: a series of never-before-seen short stories inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas.
Each of the authors will have an unforgettable, steamy story. Set to one of the twelve days in the popular Christmas song, it will be perfect for you to sink your teeth into this holiday season.
Including original works by New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors:
K.A. Linde
Skye Warren
Fiona Cole
Nana Malone

Claire Contreras

Nikki Sloane

Giana Darling

Sierra Simone
CD Reiss
Laurelin Paige
M. Malone

Angelina M. Lopez
***On sale for a very limited time at just $3.99! All proceeds benefit suicide prevention and will be donated to the Trevor Project.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Just in time for the holidays comes this collection of scorching short stories influenced by the Twelve Days of Christmas carol and introducing readers to all sorts of crackling couples, some that are in pairs and some in ménage relationships.  Each story is based on a certain day in the carol, with some more successful at representing their day than others.  On a whole though this collection offers readers everything they expect from an anthology, with some past characters returning while new ones are brought to life.  It's all in support of the Trevor Project and is a decadently delightful stocking stuffer to warm readers up from the cold temps.

Amongst all the stories, I found Goner by Fiona Cole a thoroughly wonderful read set in the author's Voyeur world.  It features Atlas and Amara in consensual play that burned up the pages.  Between all the dirty talk and steamy interactions this was a blush-inducing tale that has me definitely wanting to read the other books in this series too.  It was a quick and simple story, a decadent little morsel full of temptation.

Another favorite of mine was Gift Me by M Malone, a charming romance of a nerd and his pretty next door neighbor, and their sweet and sexy journey to HEA.  Yes, it's a bit predictable, but it pulled at my heartstrings while putting a smile on my face.  Deacon and Noelle were meant to be, a likable pairing I found easy to relate to while rooting them on to finally just give into each other.

Readers will find much to like about this anthology with its differing degrees of steam and its intriguing array of characters.  The short word counts will make these the perfect reads for before bedtime, the perfect reads to give lots of Sweet Dreams!  So add this to your bookshelf for your own Twelve Naughty Days Before Christmas!

My rating for this is a B+

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