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Review Card & Book Review- A Winter Wedding Adventure By Leonie Mack

Adventure guide Kira Watling is not a natural with guest lists and flower arranging…

But the destination wedding agency she works for always goes above and beyond. And it’s her job to escort an important guest from Salzburg to the venue, a gorgeous chalet nestled in the mountains. It should be simple, but an overnight delay due to heavy snowfall leaves her stuck in close quarters with her very handsome, very eccentric charge, Italian opera singer Mattia.

Clumsy, yet sensitive, Mattia is unlike anyone Kira has ever met. Spending an evening exploring the Christmas markets and then making their way through the snow-covered mountains to the wedding the following day, Mattia gets under Kira’s skin in a way no one else has. They can’t ignore the very unexpected attraction, but Kira has a job to do. And whilst Mattia is open to love, bitter life experience has taught Kira to guard her heart.

Continually thrown together by wedding disasters, Kira finds her resistance to commitment sorely challenged by growing feelings for the charming Mattia – and the determination of the bridal party to make these snowbound nuptials a success. But can there be a future for a tough outdoor guide and an opera singer when the snow is finally cleared?

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This is a delightful, heartwarming romance set against the stunning backdrop of the Austrian Tyrol in winter. At the heart of the novel are Kira, a reserved outdoor sports instructor reluctantly stepping into the role of assistant wedding planner, and Mattia, a charismatic opera singer with long curls and a voice powerful enough to stir the soul. Both are scarred by past relationships and hesitant to trust again, yet their gradual, tender connection feels authentic and deeply moving. Their journey from guarded acquaintances to passionate lovers is filled with vulnerability, humor, and undeniable heat.

The supporting cast—including bride Alessandra and groom Joe—adds charm and texture, while moments of crisis allow Kira’s resilience to shine. Romantic, funny, and emotionally satisfying, this novel is an ideal holiday read brimming with warmth, passion, and the magic of second chances.

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Review Card & Book Review – If I’d Have Known By Savannah Carlisle

Gigi Franklin is planning her best friend’s wedding, and long-time friend Austin Beckett is trying to help her keep the private event top secret. As Gigi and Austin work together, their rivalry increases and sparks begin to fly, but Gigi’s too busy building her law practice to make time for dating.

If the wedding wasn’t enough to manage, she’s also tasked with finding the rightful heir to the local Salty Breeze B&B. Then, newcomer Simon Ridley arrives in town, throwing a wrench in the process.

As Gigi races against time to uncover the truth about the B&B’s ownership and pull off the perfect wedding, an old journal surfaces that might change everything she thought she knew about love.

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This is a charming, heartfelt story filled with romance, community, and cozy small-town vibes. This time, the spotlight falls on Gigi Franklin, who is juggling more than her share—planning her best friend’s wedding, advancing her law career, and unraveling the mystery of the Salty Breeze B&B’s rightful heir. Fortunately, she has Austin Beckett, her loyal childhood friend, to lean on. What Gigi doesn’t realize is that Austin has quietly loved her for years.

Their romance builds slowly and tenderly, threaded through a narrative rich with subplots. The chaos of wedding planning, the complications of family secrets, and the arrival of newcomer Simon Ridley all keep the story layered and engaging. Both Gigi and Austin are also navigating fraught family relationships, making their emotional journeys as meaningful as their growing connection.

Told in dual POV, the novel captures both Gigi’s determination and Austin’s deep, steadfast affection. With warm writing, themes of found family and healing, and a sweet romance at its heart, this is a delightful escape—like stepping into a Hallmark summer movie.

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Review Card & Book Review- Fake Off With Fate By Whitney Dineen

She’s a closet designer for the rich and famous and he’s a broken-hearted captain of a pro-hockey team. Neither of them is looking for love.

Ashlyn
An unexpected trip home to Maple Falls gets even more surprising when I inadvertently become acting mayor.

Add a huge crisis and a smoking hot hockey player, and I’m in over my head before I know it.

I’m only here for a short time, so I will not fall for Mr. Tall, dark, and adorable. I don’t care how helpful and kind he is. Long-distance never works, so the answer is no.

Jamie
I’m sick of the press hounding me about my last relationship, so when the opportunity arose to captain a new hockey team in smalltown Washington, I jumped at it.

Too bad I didn’t ask more questions before moving here, like, “Are there bears, and will they be living in my backyard?”

Then there’s Ashlyn. The last thing I expected was to meet a funny, sassy, and good-hearted woman like her. I swore off love after my last heartbreak, but my heart is acting like it missed the memo.

There’s no way I’m going to pursue her. Unless of course, fate has intervened, and we were meant to be…

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Ashlyn, raised in Maple Falls but now living in Los Angeles, returns home to help her parents and quickly finds herself caught in a tricky situation. Enter Jamie, the new captain of the town’s hockey team, freshly arrived from New York. What begins as a friendship forged to solve a problem soon blossoms into something more, with fate clearly working overtime. The story sparkles with humor, including a memorable bear incident, while the playful dialogue and gradual build of attraction between Ashlyn and Jamie make their romance feel both believable and heartwarming. The relationship develops at a natural pace, allowing readers to savor each stage of their journey. With its mix of humor, heart, and a wonderfully sweet romance, it is an uplifting, feel-good read that rom-com fans will adore.

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Review Card & Book Review- Never Been Witched By Molly Harper

Alice Seastairs is in a precarious position for a witch—isolated from her coven and regretting a lot of her choices. Keeping herself from her sisters is the only way she can protect them from a threat only she knows is coming. While Alice should be searching for the final missing Welling locks and protecting the ghostly residents of Shaddow House, she distracts herself with a job offer from Collin Bancroft. Handsome, surprisingly sweet and filthy rich, Collin needs her expertise to restore his historic Duchess Hotel from the previous owner’s ghastly citrus-toned taste. Little does he know, Alice is also the perfect consultant for what to do when you discover a ghost running nightly through the hotel hallways. Spoiler alert: The solution is almost always late night snacking and smooching.

The weight of Alice’s secrets only gets worse when her manipulative grandparents threaten to ruin her relationship with Collin. And because her life isn’t complicated enough, Collin’s delusional ex walks back into his life like she never left. And then there’s the minor problem of an ancient magical family trying to take over Shaddow House, using the ghosts within for who-knows-what to further their nefarious agenda. Alice can only avoid her coven for so long before they come looking for her… She could really use a friend—or a house full of family, both living and dead.

Will Alice break from generational toxic patterns and claim the joy that she deserves? A witch doesn’t kiss and spell…

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This is a charming blend of fantasy romance, family drama, and a historical murder-mystery. The story follows Alice, who works in her grandparents’ antique shop, and Collin, the heir to a rival family with whom hers has long feuded. Despite their complicated legacy, the two are drawn together when Collin enlists Alice’s help in restoring his family’s island hotel. Their connection deepens when they uncover a mysterious ring tied to a ghost haunting Alice’s coven, pulling them into an old tragedy that may hold the key to their families’ animosity.

Alongside the supernatural mystery, Alice and Collin face personal challenges—an insistent ex for each of them and the weight of complicated family expectations. The ghostly mystery keeps the pace brisk, with satisfying answers and resolutions by the end. Light, atmospheric, and entertaining, it is a fun fall read for fans of cozy paranormal romance.

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Review Card & Book Review- Second Chance In Santiago By Tina Beckett

RISKING IT ALL ON THEIR REUNION!

When Viviani was sixteen, she was forced to say a gut-wrenching goodbye to her childhood sweetheart, Cristóbal. So saying “hello” to surgeon Cris again twenty years later—as her new colleague!—is totally unexpected. He can still set nurse Vivi alight with one look, but they’re no longer naive teenagers. Love is the last thing Vivi is looking for after her ex-fiancé’s cheating, and single dad Cris is clear he doesn’t do dating anymore. So why is a second chance still so tempting…?

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It is a tender and emotional second-chance romance set against the vibrant backdrop of Chile. Viviani returns to her childhood home after her engagement ends, hoping to start fresh as a nurse at the local hospital. What she doesn’t expect is to be reunited with Cristóbal, her childhood sweetheart whose loss years earlier broke her heart. Now a skilled surgeon, Cris is also a widowed father devoted to his young daughter, determined to keep his life focused solely on family and work.

Their unexpected reunion sparks powerful memories and undeniable chemistry, though both are wary of reopening old wounds. As colleagues, they team up to help a young soccer player facing a devastating injury, drawing them closer as they guide him through his recovery. When their shared history and deep connection lead to one passionate night, both retreat—Cris especially, as his fear of further loss keeps him at arm’s length.

Watching Cris confront those fears and rediscover the possibility of love again is deeply rewarding, and the heartfelt epilogue brings both the romance and the medical subplot to a touching conclusion. Overall, it is A beautifully written story of love, healing, and second chances.

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Review Card & Book Review – The Holder Of Hope By Hannah Treave

If you could find one missing thing, what would it be?

As a firefighter, Ava sees the devastation caused when homes are ruined. If she uncovers precious possessions that escaped a blaze unscathed, she returns them to their owner. When Cassie and her son lose everything in a fire, they have nothing and nowhere to go. On impulse, Ava offers them refuge by staying with her.

After three failed rounds of IVF, Ava and her husband are divided on how to start their own family. Needing to find answers about her own adoption and birth family, Ava embarks on a journey to Ireland with Cassie by her side for support.

But not every reunion is a happy one, and the best intentions can have the most heart wrenching results. Can Ava get back what was lost? Or will she learn that sometimes the thing you need most is what you have already found?

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The story follows Ava, a firefighter in Bath for twenty years, who faces heartbreak after unsuccessful rounds of IVF with her husband, Steve. Their longing for a family brings difficult questions about adoption—choices that test both their resilience and their marriage. Parallel to this, Ava’s lifelong friendship with Cassie is put under strain when tragedy strikes, reminding readers of the power and necessity of human connection in the face of devastation.

The novel captures both the adrenaline and danger of life on the front line and the quieter, more painful battles fought at home. Treave writes movingly about love, loss, and loyalty, and while the story can be heartbreaking, it also has moments of tenderness and beauty that shine through.

Overall, it is a heartfelt but heavy read, weaving together themes of friendship, infertility, and the courage it takes to carry on when life doesn’t turn out the way you imagined.

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Review Card & Book Review- The Hollywood Runaway By Alexandra Weston

Liverpool, September 1932.

Miner’s daughter Olivia Swift believed her future was clear-cut: a steady husband, a home, and a family of her own one day. But when a shocking secret shatters her wedding plans, Olivia makes a desperate, irreversible choice. With a one-way ticket to America, she abandons everything familiar for a terrifying unknown.

Far from England and her family, Olivia is adrift in a strange new world, the promise of excitement overshadowed by a growing dread. Can this runaway forge a new life from the ashes of her old one, or will her American dream remain just out of reach?

A reckless journey of escape…or a chance to start living again?

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Olivia Swift, is a miner’s daughter with a rare singing talent and dreams of a brighter future. Swept up by the promises of a businessman who isn’t what he seems, Olivia’s world is shattered when a devastating truth forces her into a life-changing decision. Her escape from England to America sets the stage for an inspiring journey of resilience and rediscovery.

Weston paints Olivia as a deeply relatable character—her fear, strength, and passion leap from the page. Her stage performances are vividly described, making it easy to imagine her voice captivating audiences. The shipboard setting allows room for meaningful friendships and tender encouragement from new acquaintances, especially one man who stirs the possibility of love again.

What makes this novella especially compelling is its balance of hardship and hope. Through flashbacks, we glimpse Olivia’s painful past, while her present voyage reveals the courage it takes to forgive herself and embrace a new life. By the end, she emerges as a triumphant woman, ready to pursue her dreams in Hollywood.

Set in the 1930s, The Hollywood Runaway blends emotional depth with historical charm. It’s a heartfelt, uplifting story about healing, friendship, and chasing dreams. A must-read for fans of historical fiction and empowering heroines.

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Review Card & Book Review- Paper Heart By Cecelia Ahern

Pip’s world is small. But it’s about to become a whole lot bigger.

For years she’s tucked away her dreams, shrinking herself into the space left behind – like the delicate origami she creates alone in her room.

Then hope comes from an unlikely place: an astronomer from the local observatory. He teaches her to look up at the stars, and to see a world far bigger and more beautiful than she ever imagined.

And perhaps in that big, beautiful universe there’s someone waiting for her. If she can find the courage to open her heart.

Pip never stopped dreaming, but now it’s time for her to live – and maybe even to fall in love.

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Pip, now thirty-two, still lives at home with her parents and daughter Bella after falling pregnant at sixteen. Her youthful dreams with first love Jamie were crushed when their parents forced them apart, leaving Pip under her mother’s controlling shadow. Art has always been her passion, but it survives only in secret—through delicate origami figures and poems she hides away. Everything begins to change when Pip meets Io, a scientist whose quiet encouragement opens her eyes to the vastness of the universe and the possibilities of her own life. Slowly, Pip begins questioning the limitations placed on her and rediscovers her own voice and strength. The contrast between Pip’s tiny folded paper creations and the infinite night sky is both symbolic and poignant, reflecting her journey from containment to expansion.

The novel doesn’t shy away from showing the messy realities of family control, lost opportunities, and the aching regret of unfulfilled dreams. Yet, it balances this with hope, charm, and a subtle romance that feels secondary to the true love story—the one between Pip and herself.

Paper Heart is a tender and thought-provoking novel about second chances and the courage to reclaim your life. It is moving, hopeful, and quietly inspiring—an uplifting story of transformation and self-discovery.

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