Ryan Marie Magnolia Creek Series Book 3 Book 3 of 3: Magnolia Creek

 

 When evil lurks, will love be enough to save them from the dark...

Luca

They say life is complicated. But my life...my life is a raging storm, lying in wait for destruction. I’m rich with two empires at my command, and any woman I want at my disposal with a snap of my fingers. So what could I possibly have to complain about?

Her name is Cecilia Desai, and she is the woman of my dreams and she shines a light on all of my nightmares.

Until she came walking into my new kingdom, I had an arrangement that suited me just fine. It allowed me to keep my company and carry on with the lifestyle I’d become accustomed to.

The moment those long legs came walking into my boardroom, I knew she would be my downfall.

Or perhaps she would be my savior.

I battled the burgeoning feelings, but she had me spellbound and I was powerless against her magic. That’s when reality reared its ugly head, reminding me I am not free to be what she needs.

I want everything with her. I want her to be my present, my future…

my forever.

So if having her means that I lose all that I fought to keep, so be it. But something evil lurks, threatening to conquer me and destroy her. It won’t stop until my happily ever after becomes a nightmare come to life.

All the riches in the world won’t save us. So I’m trusting our love to be mighty enough to keep us bound for all eternity.

**This book is a stand-alone in the Magnolia Creek series. It does not have to be read in order, but some events and names may be easier to follow if read after The Pieces Left Behind and West Bound.
**This book contains sensitive and explicit content. It is recommended for readers 18 years+

My Review Minus Spoilers & a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!!

I really & truly enjoyed reading this story. I was hooked from the first page to the last. I was getting sucked in to this story that I was sad when it ended. That tells me as a reader how much it meant, and left a special place in my heart. This book to me was everything. I cannot express how much I absolutely love the Authors storytelling. I was on a roller coaster of emotions while reading this one. Luca & Cece will definitely stay with me as the reader. These two had plenty of chemistry. I also enjoyed reading about the side characters as well. This story had a little of everything: Romance, Suspense, Chemistry, and so much more. These characters left a huge impression, & impact on my heart. I definitely plan on reading this entire series again and this Author is just amazing. I will be looking forward to her next book as she is a master storyteller and one that I just utterly enjoy. Beautifully written. 

Jenna Hartley Reputation: A Single Dad Romance (Tempt Series) Part of: Tempt Series (2 books)

 

Pretending to be a celebrity billionaire's fake fiancée is anything but simple, especially when the man is my boss, Nate Crawford.

He's fifteen years older than me. One of the hottest actor-producers in Hollywood.
And my childhood celebrity crush. Or at least, he used to be—before I became his daughter's nanny and realized how demanding he could be.

The only reason I haven't quit is because I adore his daughter, and I'd do anything for her.
Which is how I find myself agreeing to a fake engagement to prevent Nate’s ex-wife from gaining full custody.

But when Nate kisses me, it feels real. And the longer we pretend, the easier it is to believe it's not all just an act.
Now I'm worried his daughter’s future isn't the only thing at stake because I’m falling in love with my fake fiancé.

My Review minus Spoilers and a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME. 

What a great story. I really enjoyed reading about the characters of Nate & Emerson. These two definitely had the chemistry. It was such a great read. It made me feel connected to the characters and the story. This Author has a way to pull the reader in and make you feel connected to the characters and the storyline itself. I really enjoyed this one a lot. When as the reader you feel you connected to the character’s, that what I love about a book and this one for just that. 

Grace Pearce The Ex List

 

 Ryan has one hard and fast rule to dating—never settle.

But following this rule has led her to become a serial dater. As her number of exes grows, so does the list of reasons why she had no choice but to let them go—the same list she coincidentally keeps texting one particular person after every breakup.

Who cares? Grey blocked Ryan’s number after he broke up with her four years ago. He’ll never read them. Plus, he lives in Austin. She lives in San Diego.

When Grey shows up to Ryan’s best friend’s destination wedding, fresh out of another long-term relationship, Ryan has to grin and bear it. After all, this week is about two of her best friends and their love for each other—not Ryan’s eternal quest to get Grey out of her mind.

All Ryan wants is closure. She’s just at a loss on how to actually get it.

My Review minus spoilers & my own thoughts. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!

I enjoyed this book very much. I really liked the way the Author made you, as the reader feel like you were a part of it. I enjoyed reading about Grey & Ryan. These are two characters that def made their mark on this reader. It had its fair share of Romance, laughter, you name it. It was just a great read. I cannot recommend this book enough. 

Daphne Elliot Mother Hater Book 4 of 4: The Momcoms

 

I’m the last single mom standing.

We had a plan. Move into my great aunt’s old house and raise our kids together. Just four best friends, doing their best to stay afloat.

But then three of them had to go and fall in love.

Now my crumbling brownstone is filled with loving couples, leaving me in the cold.

And the pressure is on to finish fixing things up.

But just when I’ve given up hope, a contractor shows up at my door, tape measure at the ready to make my home renovation dreams come true.

But there’s a catch. He’s overbearing, bossy, and infuriatingly handsome.

Our personalities immediately clash and for once, the faulty wiring isn’t the cause of all the sparks. Despite my best attempts to get rid of him, he persists, fixing things and winning over my roommates, and eventually my kids.

And when a burst pipe results in a hot and heavy make-out session, I’m left wondering if my man-hating days might be behind me.

Because he’s not just renovating my home, but fixing all the cracks in my jaded heart.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me. My thoughts & no spoilers. 

I really have enjoyed this series. This book did not disappoint me as the reader. I enjoyed reading about Delia & Enzo.  I enjoyed the banter between these characters and enjoyed reading about them falling in love. I will say this story held my attention from the beginning to the end. 

Elle P. Golden For The Days We Can't Forget: an age-gap, single father, boss/nanny romance (Bryants & Walker Protection) Book 2 of 3: Bryants & Walker Protection

 

LISA

He was my new boss.

The older single father whose daughter I was supposed to babysit.

The man who made my days unforgettable. Until his past caught up to us.

Daniel Delgado was a protector, a caregiver. Falling in love with him was as easy as falling in love with his daughter.

He loved with everything he had and he was willing to do whatever it took to protect his loved ones. Myself included. But some dangers couldn’t be fought off.

Between dodging his vindictive ex-wife and going to war against the drug and human trafficking cartel that was threatening us, we might’ve been unable to come out unscathed. Or even alive.

By the end of it all, we had a lot of days we couldn’t forget. Not all of them were good.

DANNY

She was too young for me.

Too free to be tied to my baggage.

She was also too enticing for me to ignore, and soon enough my daughter wasn’t the only one falling for the nanny.

Lisa Specter was more than a breath of fresh air. She was my balm, my peace, my partner for life. She colored my daughter’s face with the same ease she adorned my life.

I couldn’t stay away from her despite my best efforts.

But there were a lot of reasons why us being together was dangerous. My past was coming for us. My job was threatening our lives. My feelings for her were risking our future.

For better or for worse, some days were supposed to leave a mark on our lives. Meeting Lisa was one of the best days I’ve had. But the dangerous seesaw we called life had surely worked its number on us.

Because the day I watched her life drain right before me?

That was one day I could never forget.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me with no Spoilers & my own thoughts. 

This book had me on the edge of my seat. It was a little bit of just everything that kept this reader invested from the start to finish. It had its fair share of suspense, the ups and downs, romance and just enough spice. I enjoyed reading about the characters. I enjoyed reading about Lisa & Danny. These characters definitely will stick with me for awhile. This is the second book in the series but can be read as a standalone. I am enjoying it very much and really like the way the author tells a story. 

Liss Montoya Moving On With You: A Friends to Lovers, Mutual Pining, Curvy Main Female Character, Contemporary Romance. Book 3 of 4: With You

 

Celebrate too much? There is no such thing!

The night our national team clinched the Soccer World Cup, I was on cloud nine—feeling invincible.

But a few weeks later, I received a message that shook my world, something I never expected at just twenty-two.

There is really one choice to make and that's to rise to the challenge and become the man I need to be.

I don't have time for complications, but I never expected Sofi. I met her one summer night, and suddenly Sofía is my rock during the hardest time of my life.

She's everything I want and everything I don't deserve. She's my best friend, but every day that goes by I want more.

Can I leave my past behind and move on with Sofía? I want to own her heart, just like she owns mine.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me with no spoilers. 

I have very much enjoyed this series so far and this book did not disappoint at all. Franco & Sofi were to characters that I have enjoyed reading about. This story definitely kept the reader on a roller coaster in a good way. I love the authors way of writing and this story kept me as the reader invested from the beginning to the end of the story. These characters will definitely stay with me awhile. 

Elaine Evans Becoming Mallory

 Mallory is autistic …

… and her mom, Laura Givens is on a mission to give her daughter the best life possible. Despite Mallory’s autism, anxiety, and depression. After pushing her denial and fears aside, Laura is determined to get Mallory the help she needs and won’t let anything, or anyone, stand in her way. Not even her husband, Scott, who is fiercely loyal. He loves his family with his whole heart and will protect them at any cost. So why does his daughter having a disability bother him so much? And why is he so against his wife seeking answers?

Ever since she was a little girl, Mallory has wanted to feel “normal.” It’s difficult growing up, never wanting to be touched or dealing with the unique challenges that anxiety and depression throw at you. Suffocated by her parents’ care and concern, Mallory struggles to fit in with the neurotypical world around her.

Will Laura and Scott come together as they tackle family indifference, unhelpful teachers, teenage angst, and first love to give Mallory the life she deserves? Can Mallory come to terms with her autism and mental illness on her personal journey of self-discovery? Will she ever Become Mallory?

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by Me. My Own Thoughts & no spoilers.  

This was a beautifully written. I connected with what the characters were feeling. I, as the reader, felt lots of emotions reading this book. It definitely took me on a roller coaster of a ride. Mallory story will definitely stick with me for a while. Beautifully written and a beautiful debut.

Sadie Rose Love, Interrupted

 

 Nikki Malone’s To Do List:

Join a sorority
Make new friends
Secure Career Connections
Find Love

Nikki Malone’s life is on track. She can balance school, sports, and a thriving social life without breaking a sweat. What she can’t do is keep her heart rate from skyrocketing when Brad Matthews starts sitting next to her in class. Brad is easy going, flirtatious…and so good looking Nikki can hardly speak. Maybe that’s why she needs three friends and a thesaurus to write an AOL message and spends all her time obsessing over whether or not they’re dating. Until they really aren’t.

Years later Nikki goes back home with a new To Do List all to have Brad Matthews walk back into her life and make her wonder if the second or third time's the charm.

My Review, thoughts, & no Spoilers. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!!

I really enjoyed reading about Nikki & Brad. I enjoyed their story and it definitely kept me the reader interested from the beginning to the end of the story. This is also my first read by the Author & I really enjoy her way of telling a story. They had chemistry, and I truly just enjoyed the story very much! 

Jennilynn Wyer Love Everlasting: A second chance, small town romance novella (Fallen Brook)

 

 Mason

Aria Whitlock said she loved me, but I choked on the words and couldn’t say them back. Wanting to protect her from my past and my darkness, I walked away from the only woman who ever owned my heart.

For over a year, the ache of her absence consumed me until I had no other choice but to move back home to Dearborne, North Carolina, determined to reclaim the woman I foolishly left behind.

Get ready, Aria, because I will do anything to win you back—including moving in right next door.

Love Everlasting is a second chance, small town romance novella that includes:

*a possessive MMC who will do anything to win back to women he loves

*a strong and sassy FMC

*forced proximity

*next door neighbors

*sports (baseball)

*love-hate banter

*angst and steam

*HEA

Reader’s Note: Love Everlasting is a steamy, second chance, small town romance novella (25K words) set in the world of Fallen Brook: The Montgomerys. Readers begged me for Mason’s story after falling in love with him in Wanderlost (he was Bennett’s best friend). Mason returned in About That Night (he was Douglass’s BFF with benefits). Now, he gets his own HEA. You do not have to read either book to enjoy the novella unless you want more information on Mason’s backstory.

Previously published as a bonus novella, Second Chance Hearts, included in the Fallen Brook Series Box Set Books 4-6: The Montgomerys.

My Review, No Spoilers, & Thoughts. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME!!

I really enjoyed this Novella. It was a great read. Aria and Mason were great characters to read about. These two had plenty of chemistry and this novella had just enough spice and romance. I love when I read something that sticks with me as a reader & this novella did just that. I really enjoy this Author’s storytelling. 

Kelly Finley Shameless Play: A Enemies To Lovers Sports Romance Novella

 

 I just lost the Super Bowl — but tonight, I’ll win her.

Blair Monroe has always been off-limits. In college, I dated her best friend, while Blair and I were total opposites according to those romance books she always read. She hated football, and secretly, I loved that about her. So the pranks we played were legendary, the tension between us intoxicating.

Blair was an epic tease I could never win.

Until one night, we confessed our secrets, our guilty attraction. We never did anything about it... and we never spoke again.

But this Valentine’s night, when the only romantic company is my right hand, fate sends me stumbling into Blair at an adult store. And now the game we've waited eight years to play is finally ON. I want her to clean up the mess she made of my heart, and she wants to show me what dirty really is.

Who can out-tempt the other? It's the forbidden game we've agreed to play for one night only.

I don't do girlfriends, and Blair doesn't do love.

Or so we thought.

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TROPES:

Pro Football Romance

Frenemies to Lovers

Romcom Pranks

Forbidden Games

One Bed, One Night

Secrets Shared

Angst Revealed

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Shameless Play is a prequel novella to Shameless Game (coming soon). It is in a series of interconnected standalones set in the author's spicy world where MMCs and FMCs are drawn to this special store and to each other. They do not need to be read together, but you can devour more of this world, the couples and their group romance, in other Kelly Finley books.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME with No Spoilers. 

The Queen of Spice does it again. This Novella was fabulous. The characters were fun to read about. There was plenty of friendly banter and had enough spice & steam. It made this reader laugh out loud at times as well. Blair and Beau were two characters that I thoroughly enjoyed reading about. I absolutely loved everything about this novella and love anything this Author has to write. 

Martina Dale THE PITCH (The Blackmoore Brothers)

 

 I nearly had it all: a successful football career, money flowing like a waterfall, and women dropping at my feet. I was living life to the max until some pretty harsh weather conditions ended my career and ruined the rest of my life.

I turned into someone I didn’t know and didn’t like and became the laughingstock of my family. They all expected me to knock up a hooker. I don’t blame them. I made a lot of mistakes.

My injury is getting worse. I’ve tried to cover it up and hide it from everyone, but I can’t hide anymore. If I leave it too long... Well, let’s just say that isn’t an option for me. Not when I’ve fought so hard to get back on my feet.

Just when I think the universe has a major grudge against me, she puts Brook Fielding back on my radar. I had the biggest crush on her. More than a crush. I was in love, but I didn’t do anything about it, because I knew she’d turn me down.

But I’m not a horny footballer anymore. I’m a grown man, and this time, I’m not going to let her get away.

My Review Minus Spoilers & a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read by ME.

I so much enjoy this Authors writing style & I am loving this series. This book definitely did not disappoint at all. I throughly enjoyed reading about Carter & Brook. This story was a roller coaster of emotions which as the reader, I absolutely loved. There was just enough steam and plenty of romance. Just a great story overall. These characters are some of my favorite that I’ve read in a series. Cannot wait to read more from the Author she’s a Favorite of mine.