L. B. Martin and 1 more The Silent Knight (Knight Publishing Series) Part of: Knight Publishing Series (4 books)

 

Life isn’t always a holiday…

Sarah's quite content making her own way in life when she literally crashes into the story book version of a tall, handsome, stranger. Finding a man was not on her very tight agenda, but she isn't immune to his charms, or his dirty mouth.

Former military Master Sergent, Travis James, loves a challenge. When a cute, mouthy blonde falls on him in the hallway, he can't help but think, challenge accepted. He turns on the charm and becomes her knight in shining armor, but will she put him straight into the friendzone?

Unforeseen circumstances have Travis playing the hero once again, landing them snowed in together for Christmas, with only one bed.

Will Sarah let him take control and keep her safe, or will her mouth get her in trouble once again?

Curl up with soft blanket and a large cocoa for this steamy Christmas forced proximity, snowed in romance.

My Review, my Thoughts, & no Spoilers. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by This Reader.

This is my very first read by the Author. I really liked her style of writing. This was a very sweet Christmas Novella. I very much enjoyed reading about Travis & Sarah. I was invested in these characters from the first to the last page. It was such a fun Christmas Novella to read. Looking forward to reading more from the Author in the future.

V.B. Emanuele Tryst (Tryst Duology) Book 1 of 2: Tryst Duology

 

Elizabeth Whitman’s father, James, is a well-known defense lawyer, representing some of the most powerful criminals in the city. His best friend, Vincenzo Falzone is one of the country’s most feared men and found himself unable to evade a five-year prison sentence. After gaining his freedom, he did his best to lay low but there was one problem.

Elizabeth returned home from college, only to be forced to work in her father’s office for the summer after an incident at school. She soon found herself in the presence of Vincenzo at the order of her own father. James has no idea his punishment will end up being the beginning of a dark secret.

A vacation at the end of the summer was supposed to be relaxing, but Vincenzo has other plans.

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Book 1 can be read as a standalone. Please check the book page on my website https://vbemanuele.com for a full list of trigger warnings.

My Review, Thoughts, & Minus Spoilers 

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OMG. This book was so so good. It exceeded my expectations and I didn’t realize how long I kept reading. The Spice & Steam in this book was off the charts. I think I even blushed a few times. Vincenzo & Elizabeth’s story had this reader intrigued and totally invested from the first to the last page. I loved everything about the characters, the plot and man I did not want this book to end. My First read by the Author & definitely not my last at all. This book was just Hot. One of favorite Steamy reads of 2023. Vinny & Elizabeth, you left your mark on this reader. 

Liss Montoya A Lifetime With You Book 1 of 3: With You

 

It was the happiest day of my life –until the unthinkable happened.

The two most important people in the world to me –gone in the blink of an eye.

Instead of celebrating my degree in fashion design and new job, I’m mourning a loss so great I may never recover.

Lost and without a true north, I plan a trip to Argentina in hopes of finding myself again.

But what I got was so much more.

In the midst of celebrating Argentina winning the Fútbol World cup, I meet Marco Signorelli in the most unexpected way.

He’s sensitive, caring, and passionate—a sexy nerd with a heart of gold. With his easy smile and comforting touch, I feel the broken pieces of my soul start to mend.

But with deadlines looming, I’m forced to cut our time together short and return home. Away from the bubble we created in Argentina, I let my fears and doubts make a decision that may be enough to break us forever.

Will I let the love of a lifetime pass me by? Or will I finally go after the one that brought me back to life?

My Thoughts, my Words and my Review minus Spoilers and a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me!

I enjoyed the story of Daniela & Marco very much. I was definitely invested from the first to the last page especially Witt these two characters. I enjoyed the Romance in the storyline as well. The Author made me as a reader, feel like I was there and I throughly enjoyed that very much. I loved the relationship between these characters and it was such an enjoyable read. Cannot wait to read more from the Author. I love her style of storytelling. 

Adriana Locke Flame (Carmichael Family Series) Book 5 of 5: Carmichael Family Series

 

RSVP to my Marriage of Convenience

I swore I would only get married if my life depended on it. Oh, the irony.

Many things have happened over the past few weeks that I didn’t see coming. My family imploded. Our business was turned upside down. And someone threatened to harm me if I didn’t make good on my father’s promises.

But the biggest thing I didn’t see coming?

Foxx Carmichael demanding marriage.

He’s doing it out of loyalty to my brother. I know that. But I can’t help but think if, through that deliciously hot, grumpy exterior, my bodyguard doesn’t have ulterior motives.

There’s no denying the fire in his touch or the heat in his blue eyes. He protects me with a ferocity that leaves me breathless. He makes me rethink many things I thought I knew for sure—like my position on marriage.

But how we dance around our fake relationship makes me wonder what part of this is pretend. None of it matters if he doesn’t admit he feels the same way.

Our sham wedding will fall apart as soon as the threat is contained. But what happens if the flames between us burn everything to the ground first?

Heres My Review & Thoughts minus Spoilers. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!

Oh how I really loved Everything about this book. I so much enjoyed the characters of Foxx and Bianca in this story. They are my personal favorite couple in the Carmichael family series. I have enjoyed this series very much and this the perfect wrap up to the series. The storyline kept me the reader interested and invested from the beginning to the end. It had romance and just enough spice & steam. I absolutely love a Great small town series and this just perfection. These characters will definitely stay with me for quite some time. 

Rent a Date A Limited Holiday Collection Scoring Truth by Carolina Jax

 

Need a date? Rent one!

It’s downright suffocating to attend family events without bringing a date along. Want to skip those condemning interrogations? Need someone to answer the difficult questions about marriage and kids? Look no further. Our date options are seasoned veterans when it comes to handling overzealous family members. Avoid the conflict and rent a date today!

This limited edition collection focuses on two main holidays: Christmas and New Year’s. All stories follow the Rent A Date theme with unique twists.

Featuring the following stories and authors:

Scoring Truth by Carolina Jax

His Christmas Angel by Ebony Snow

Sublet My Heart by Amanda Zook

Love by the Hour by Pandora Snow

Black Sheep by Zari Hunt & J.E. Feldman

My Review My Thoughts 

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My Review is for Scoring Truth by Carolina Jax.  I enjoyed this story about Penelope & Jameson. These two characters were fun to read about and kept me the reader engaged till the very end. I enjoyed all the characters in this story but was happy to read about Jameson. It also had just enough spice and steam throughout the story. These characters will definitely stay with me for awhile. Penelope definitely was a favorite of mine in this story. 

SOOKH KAUR Cakes For The Grump

 

Why am I fake-dating the world’s grumpiest billionaire? Blame it on cake!

I’m Rita, a chef who sacrifices cakes to billionaires. (Not really, but it feels that way since Luke Abbot hates how much his clients love my cakes.) It wins him million-dollar deals, so I’m his necessary enemy.

But when I’m evicted and at risk of going back to Mumbai, suddenly Luke offers up his luxury penthouse... at a price. He wants us to fake-date, so he looks like a “family man” to his investors.

Why would I agree? Well, I need his large, throbbing with heat, perfectly proportionate…. kitchen for my own reasons. So now we’re living together. And I’ve walked in on his gorgeous body wet and dripping after a shower...

My hatred must stay strong, except he’s got this annoying trick. He reads my true feelings when no one else can, smashing through my perfect fake-happy mask. Between that and when he flew a helicopter to save me from literal casino villains, that night in the same bed, and how he supports my outlandish cooking dreams, my loathing starts wavering.

There is way more to Luke than anyone knows, but everyone keeps saying he’s a ruthless liar, buttering me up for his business deal. Can I risk it all to find out if this is real? Or should I flee back to Mumbai with my heart safely tucked away?

Cakes for the Grump is a standalone opposite worlds romantic comedy. Expect sizzling banter, boisterous friendships, loads of yummy cake references and a lot of heart. HEA guaranteed.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!!

What a great read. I was definitely interested in the characters from the being till the end of the book. Rita & Luke were definitely relatable characters and I enjoyed this Rom Com story & their banter. It definitely kept this reader invested from the first to the last page. 

Laura Pavlov After the Storm: A Small Town, Single Dad, Second Chance Romance (Cottonwood Cove Series) Book 5 of 5: Cottonwood Cove Series

 

He’s a grumpy single dad. She’s the one who got away. They haven’t seen one another in years, and now they’re stuck in a hotel room together. And there’s only one bed. 

I’ve loved her from the first moment I saw her.

And I’ve loved her every day since.

Whether we’re together or we’re apart—that hasn’t changed.

Which is saying a lot considering I don’t like most people. 

But life has thrown us a slew of curveballs and we went our separate ways.

Life, family, jealousy—we let it all get in the way.

I’m a dad now, and my little girl is my world.

And after years apart, Presley is back in Cottonwood Cove.

I don’t believe in fairytales or second chances.

My heart belongs to my daughter now, and there is no room for complications.

Presley Duncan is a giant complication. 

A wise man would keep his distance.

But I never claimed to be a wise man.

So maybe we end up in a car together in the middle of a snowstorm.

Which leads to a hotel room with only one bed.

Maybe I should reconsider my stance on fairytales and second chances. 

And seeing Presley with my little girl does something to me.

Stirs something inside of me that I thought was long gone.

But I know this is temporary.

She’ll be leaving soon, and I’m prepared to let her go.

Until she’s gone.

And I realize that I’m not prepared at all for life after the storm.

**This is book 5 in the Cottonwood Cove Series. Each one can be read as a complete standalone. A HEA is guaranteed!**

Cottonwood Cove Series:

Into the Tide

Under the Stars

On the Shore

Before the Sunset

After the Storm

My Review minus Spoilers

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!! 

Oh how I loved this entire series. This one definitely did not disappoint this reader either. I have enjoyed very much the Cottonwood Cove Series. Laura Pavlov is such a phenomenon storyteller. I enjoyed this story from the first to the last page. I enjoyed reading Cage & Presleys story. It definitely gave the reader all the feels with roller coaster of emotions as well. It had its fair share of spice and steam and was just an overall great Romance read. These characters, and this entire series will definitely stay with me for quite some time.

Ariana St. Claire Touch Me Down: Hurtsboro Hummingbirds Football (Romance Bunnies) Part of: Hurtsboro Hummingbirds (6 books)

 

Gabe Knight, wide receiver for the Hurtsboro Hummingbirds, loved what the game gave him more than playing until a season-ending injury almost took it all away. The game, the life he was living. Everything he thought he knew he wanted.

But, this season, he's back in love with football. Even if he's not sure what the future looks like beyond this year, and where he wants to be. Until she storms into his life.

The woman who pushes all his buttons, and makes him crazy.

Serena Jolie is the best sports agent at Fortress Sports Agency. The Fixer. And when her boss, Kellan Horne, sends her to meet with a football player in his place when his flight is cancelled, things go from bad to worse. Football is the one thing she can't stand. And football players? Even worse.

And after arriving in the hot and humid south, she's even more ready to watch the cocky player fumble.

All's fair in love and war.

And for Serena, it's war. Because she can't stand football players or the game they play.

The enemy? A cocky wide receiver who thinks he knows everything about her from one look. But he hasn't seen a thing yet.

But he will...

My Review & my Thoughts 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me

I love anything Ariana St. Claire has written. I really enjoyed this story of Gabe & Serena. If you love football, then this one is for you. As the reader, I was invested in the storyline & the characters. It had just enough spice & steam as well. It also has its share of Romance as well and if you enjoy as a reader a good ole sports book, this one’s for you. You won’t want to miss out on Gabe & Serena’s story. Buckle up, you won’t want this one to end. 

Ari Wright For You (The Instant Always) Book 3 of 3: The Instant Always

 

g bodyguard looks at her, the more she realizes, she might not be so invisible after all. 

For You is a contemporary romance for mature audiences who enjoy spice, sweetness, and suspense. It is a standalone novel within the Instant Always series that can be read one its own or after the first two installments.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me minus Spoilers. 

This is my first book by the Author and it will definitely not be my last. I am definitely going to be reading all of her books. I’m hooked. Talk about a roller coaster of emotions. This story definitely kept me the reader invested from the first to the last page. It was a romantic suspense story with the characters of Marco & Alice. These characters and this story will definitely stick with me for quite some time. What a phenomenal read. 

Jess Taylor Blazing Stars (Blossoming Beginnings) Book 3 of 3: Blossoming Beginnings

 

Eight years ago, there was a boy.

He was my best friend, and then one night he became more. The night was magical, full of love and promises of the future.

But then my life turned upside down.

I told Kyson Hill I loved him. I told him we were forever. Then I left the next morning.

I didn’t want to say goodbye. I didn’t want to break his heart. Turns out I broke it anyway.

I never spoke to him again. Until now.

Now, he’s here.

He wants answers. Answers that I can’t give him. Answers that I don’t know how to admit to myself.

The boy who was my everything is my new roommate, and he hates me.

And me? Well, I just hate that I still love him.

My Review Minus Spoilers 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me. 

This is my first book by the Author and it certainly will not be my last. This book drew me in from the first page along with its characters. Kyson & Gabby. They will definitely stay with this reader for quite some time. It was just a very raw and real story. It definitely took the reader on a roller coaster of emotions so have the Kleenex handy. I cannot wait to read more books from this Author. This story will stick with me for awhile.