Monthly Archives: July 2022

Happy Publication Day – 11 July 2022

Hottie On Her Shelf By Christi Barth

Hallie Scott expected the hangover from her thirtieth birthday. She did not expect to find her calm, orderly life as Swan Cove’s head librarian to completely change overnight when her best friend added Hallie to the mayoral ballot because of one little remark. One. Now she’s going head-to-head with the small coastal town’s prominent “prince,” Fitz Montgomery…whose charm is about to get seriously checked.

All Fitz wants is to prove himself, beyond being the latest in the unbroken line of Montgomery mayors. Nobody, least of all Fitz, expected the town’s cute-as-hell librarian to step up and run against him. Hallie’s definitely in over her head, which is a problem, since Fitz wants a fair fight. But is he helping Hallie level the playing field…or arming his opponent?

Hallie and Fitz are on completely different sides. Their backgrounds, their lives, their ongoing ebook vs paperback argument. But they’re both about to learn that the art of war is nowhere near as complicated as falling for the enemy…

The Cowboy’s Sweet Redemption By Kacy Cross

In order to finish her doctorate, grad student Delilah Kersey needs a job. Any job. So when she overhears a gorgeous rancher describing a job opportunity, she’s all in—if she can convince him she’s a real dog trainer. Of course, no one prepared Delilah for a chaotic household with four unruly dogs and a sexy new boss whose bedroom is right next door to hers.

Military vet Zero Renshaw’s return to civilian and family ranch life hasn’t been easy. He needs to transform four horrible dogs—who can only be described as a menace—into obedient cattle herders. But with his family still reeling from a shattering loss, Zero will do anything to make things better…even hiring an unpredictable dog trainer who’s more temptation than he can resist.

Now Delilah is transforming every aspect of Zero’s tightly-regimented life. She even seems to be healing his family, including his small, broken-hearted nephew. But Zero has no room for mistakes…even if he’s falling for the best one he’s ever made.

Book Review – Having Her Boss’s Baby By Maureen Child

Billionaire game designer Brady Finn’s latest business plan doesn’t include a feisty Irish lass who challenges him at every turn. But Aine Donovan, the stunning manager of the hotel he just purchased, is as determined to prevent Brady from ruining tradition as Brady is to have her in his bed. When a no-strings fling leads to an unexpected pregnancy, Aine runs from her sexy, stubborn boss. What Brady doesn’t know won’t hurt him, right? But Brady won’t give up on claiming her—and their child—so easily…

Published Date: 4 August 2015

My Review

Brady is a dark haired attractive guy who can get any women he wants. Brady owned a successful company and decided to branch out by buying a castle hotel in Ireland. The plan is to renovate the hotel and turn it into a theme hotel and for the renovation, he requested the current hotel manager to meet him. 

Aine is a fiery Irishwoman who wasn’t happy with the way Brady handle the take over. Worst still she doesn’t think Brady give her the due respect.

However, matter become complicated when both of them attracted to each other from the moment they met. Aine knew that a relationship with her new boss is a bad idea and it wont go anywhere with the distance between them. 

Brady’s character come across as someone who keep his emotions. He doesn’t know what a family function and he don’t believe he will ever have one himself. Aine on the other hand, is a believer of love. Overall, It is a sweet story albeit a predictable one.

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The Review Card – Love Out Loud By Marissa Clarke

Veterinarian Fiona Nichols does not do well in stressful social situations. A little babble here, saying the absolutely wrong thing there. But that doesn’t stop Fiona from checking out the delectably hot guy in her building…from afar. Fate apparently has a nasty sense of humor, though.

Somehow Fiona gets herself and Hot Guy stuck in the building’s revolving door—all thanks to a certain squeaky dog toy…that unfortunately looks decidedly, uh, penile.

Must be time to meet the neighbors.

Turns out that Jake Ward is Fiona’s new public-speaking coach. A hot extrovert who always knows what to say. Fiona should hate the man on sight. Instead, she’s only finding him more attractive. And now she’s finally getting out of her comfort zone…only to get in over her head.

My Favourite Quote

About The Author

Marissa Clarke lives in Texas, where the everything is bigger, especially the mosquitoes. When not writing, she wrangles her rowdy pack of three teens, husband, and a Cairn Terrier named Annabel, who rules the house (and Marissa’s heart) with an iron paw. She also writes young adult novels for Penguin USA as Mary Lindsey

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Book Review – Bound to the Warrior King By Maisey Yates

The warrior she tamed… 

Wild and untamed, Tarek al-Khalij was never meant to rule Tahar. More familiar with a sword than a crown, this lethal warrior must now heal the suffering his brother’s rule inflicted. To do it, he needs his most precious—and dangerous—weapon yet…a royal bride! 

The widow he conquered 

Elegant and poised, Queen Olivia will educate Tarek in the civilized art of political warfare. But in exchange, Tarek unleashes an unrestrained, primal passion she could never have guessed at possessing. Soon Olivia realizes that she has become inescapably bound…to the warrior king!

Published Date: 18 Aug 2015

My Review

Due to his evil older brother, Tarek was exposed with killing and defending his kingdom since he was fifteen.

Olivia is a 30 year old virgin and offer her hand in marriage in return of support. She did so to help her family. She has 30 days to teach Tarek and to convince she is all he need in a wife and a good Queen to his kingdom

It is a well written story with 2 strong characters. Tarek come across as a strong, silent type of hero but bearing emotional and physical burden. They hide their true feeling pretty well too. Olivia come across as a strong character who willing to sacrifice herself but as the story progresses, realizes that she didn’t know as much as she thought.

Overall, it is a good read for me.

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Happy Publication Day – 7 July 2022

Best friends since childhood, Fern Chambers and Stella Shaw have been through everything together and are at a crossroads in their lives.

Carefree Stella has a monumental secret and down trodden Fern’s happy life is not all it seems.

With their 40th birthdays approaching, a luxury holiday to the island of Capri is a chance for them to reconnect, let their hair down and celebrate in style. But untold truths and frustration bubble beneath the surface, turning what should be a holiday of a lifetime into an opportunity to make life-changing decisions.

Far from home, where anything feels possible, secrets are revealed, heartache is shared, love discovered and new friendships forged.

Will their Italian dream turn into a nightmare or lead to newfound happiness?

Book Review – A Cinderella for the Prince’s Revenge By Emmy Grayson

His royal ring is on the table…

Her destiny is in his hands!

Small-town bartender Briony Smith’s exhilarating flirtation with customer Cass is a welcome distraction from her very ordinary existence. She’s speechless when Cass reveals he’s a prince and she’s a long-lost princess!

She’s even more shocked by his convenient proposal! Marrying Cass will allow her to be part of the family she’s never known. And their powerful attraction can only sweeten the deal. But will it still feel like a fairy tale after Cass’s admission that making her his bride is part of his plan for revenge?

Published Date: 24 May 2022

My Review

Prince Cassius aka Cass was on a lookout for Briony whom he identify as his future wife. He want a revenge on the man who cause him to be forced out of his country. The man is Briony’s father.

Briony on the other hand know nothing about her biological father who is King of Linnaea. She is busy taking care of her stepfather who is a gambling addict and alcoholic and her stepsisters who has no respect to her.

The proposal from Cass will allow her out of a desperate financial situation and in return, allow him to get his revenge on Briony’s father.

It is a sweet read for me. It is a story of revenge, betrayal and love. The chemistry between Cass and Briony is remarkable.

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Book Review – The Price of His Redemption By Carol Marinelli

He wants her—no matter what the cost!

Daniil Zverev is the world’s most ruthless and sinfully seductive tycoon. No one would ever know the cruelty and rejection that fueled his ascent. But beautiful ballet teacher Libby Tennent is getting under Daniil’s skin and dangerously close to the truth. 

From the moment she waltzed into his office, feisty Libby has challenged the dark-hearted Russian. He doesn’t do favors, yet he helps Libby’s business. He definitely doesn’t do relationships, yet one night with Libby isn’t enough! Money might be no object, yet the cost of getting closer to Libby is much higher…

Published Date: 15 November 2015

My Review

Daniil never allow himself to be attached to people due to his background who grow up in an orphanage. He have bonded with his twin brother, Roman, Nikolai and Sevastyan but lose contact after he was adopted. This has formed who he is today.

He found himself attracted to Libby, a teacher and he also make known to her that commitment is not in his book. But is he lying to himself or to convince Libby, he is who he is?

This is a four part series about 4 boys. Daniil come across as an reluctant and gloomy hero whilst Libby is a strong character who is not clingy. Love the storyline very much and the ending is exceptional.

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The Review Card – A Cinderella For The Prince’s Revenge By Emmy Grayson

This Cinderella romance from Emmy Grayson has it all—drama, revenge…and a royal proposal to remember!

His royal ring is on the table…

Her destiny is in his hands!

Small-town bartender Briony Smith’s exhilarating flirtation with customer Cass is a welcome distraction from her very ordinary existence. She’s speechless when Cass reveals he’s a prince and she’s a long-lost princess!

She’s even more shocked by his convenient proposal! Marrying Cass will allow her to be part of the family she’s never known. And their powerful attraction can only sweeten the deal. But will it still feel like a fairy tale after Cass’s admission that making her his bride is part of his plan for revenge?

My Favourite Quote

About The Author

Emmy Grayson interest in romance can be traced back to her love of Nancy Drew books, when she tried to solve the mysteries of her favorite detective while rereading the romantic chapters with Ned Nickerson. Fast-forward a few years when she discovered a worn copy of “A Rose in Winter” by Kathleen Woodiwiss on her mother’s bookshelf, and she was hooked. Over 20 years later, Harlequin Presents made her dream come true by offering her a contract for her first book.When Emmy isn’t writing or reading, she’s chasing around her baby boy, feeding her menagerie of fur babies or carving out a little time on her front porch with her firefighter hubby.

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Book Review – A Cold Creek Christmas Story By RaeAnne Thayne

Sparkle In The Snow Leads To So Much More 

Celeste Nicholas has always preferred to keep to herself in her hometown of Pine Gulch, Idaho…until she becomes an instant celebrity! When one of her children’s stories becomes a major success, she’s suddenly the talk of the town. Celeste should be gloriously happy…but something, someone, special is still missing from her life. Could the return of her childhood crush be the answer?  

Flynn Delaney has moved back home for his daughter’s sake. Yet all the millionaire’s resources can’t help the little girl heal from the tragic loss of her mother. Shy librarian Celeste and her stories do hold some indefinable magic, though. Flynn came home looking for support—can he find that, and true love, in the one who got away?

Published Date: 17 November 2015

My Review

This is a charming Christmas story of Celeste, a small town children’s librarian and Flynn who return to this town with his child hoping for healing for both of them. There was a past history with both of them.

The characters and storyline were well written. Love how both Celeste and Flynn discover each other when they finally met each other again after all these years. It is a delightful holiday read for me with heartwarming worthy moments

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