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Review Card & Book Review – A Spy’s Secret By Rachel Astor

She’s wholesome as apple pie…

Or is she?

Bakery owner Ava Katz adores everything about her adopted hometown of Ambrosia Falls—especially her best friend, mystery writer Zach Harrison. But the bucolic setting is hiding something—or someone—more sinister. The Apple Cider Festival is threatened by a series of mishaps, and Zach’s young daughter goes missing—just as the spark between Ava and her neighbor begins to explode into flames. Has Ava’s mysterious past plunged them into danger? Can Zach solve the tangled mystery of just who his best friend really is—and will Ava find his child before it’s too late for them all?

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Ava, a coffee shop owner in Ambrosia Falls, is rebuilding her life after a troubled past, while quietly crushing on Zach, a handsome single dad who frequents her shop. Zach values their friendship and avoids romantic risks after past heartbreak. However, mysterious incidents during the town’s apple festival raise suspicions that Ava’s past may have caught up with her. As danger looms, Ava and Zach grow closer, making for a sweet romance set against a charming small-town backdrop. This is perfect for fans of small-town festivals, single dads, and love stories with hidden secrets.

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Review Card & Book Review – Texas Revenge Target By Jill Elizabeth Nelson

Hiding in the Texas desert…

with a vengeful cartel in pursuit.

After Texas Ranger Brianna Macguire catches up with the fugitive she’s hunting, she finds herself ensnared in the crosshairs of a revenge-driven cartel—and evading a sniper attack. Cameron Wolfe, a man in hiding and with a bounty on his head, offers Bree shelter…only for Cameron’s secrets and Bree’s attackers to catch up with them both. While they’re on the run in the Texas desert, danger stalks them at every turn. Can they outwit their relentless enemies before they both lose their lives?

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When Texas Ranger Brianna Macguire is placed on leave, she decides to track down Leon Waring, the leader of a cattle rustling gang. Her search leads her to a confrontation with rancher Cameron Wolfe, and they apprehend Leon, only to face a sniper attack. Thrown together, Bree and Cam must unravel a larger conspiracy while dodging repeated attempts on Bree’s life. As they uncover secrets, their chemistry grows, leading to a swift but believable romance. The fast-paced story, filled with action and faith, keeps readers engaged with its messages of justice, salvation, and trust in God’s plan.

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Review Card & Book Review- Boss With Benefits By Lucy King

He’s the boss…
but their passion obeys no one!

CEO Adam Courtney must stay celibate or lose an acquisition that will absolve the guilt of his mother’s death. No problem… Until the woman he shared an uncharacteristically impulsive encounter with walks into his Manhattan boardroom to audit his firm. Because he knows exactly how searing they are together…

Being in Adam’s orbit daily, unable to touch him, is torture. Only Ella Green can’t cave. She won’t risk her career for anyone again. Yet the more forbidden their desire, the hotter it burns and the faster they lose grip on their control…

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In this fun, over-the-top romance, billionaire Adam is caught in a tricky situation: he must fake date a friend all summer to win a business bet with two friends. However, he’s irresistibly drawn to Ella, an auditor hired to examine his company, who also happens to be his unforgettable one-night stand. They agree to keep things professional, but their chemistry is undeniable. To avoid the tabloids and win the bet, they plan a secret Caribbean getaway once the audit is over. This book is filled with tension, humor, and romance, making it a compelling part of a trilogy featuring three billionaires navigating love and reputation.

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Review Card & Book Review- The Christmas You Found Me By Sarah Morgenthaler

Sienna Naples’s family has taken care of their wild Idaho land for generations and Sienna can’t imagine any other life. But at Christmastime, with her parents gone and her painful marriage finally over, it’s full of memories…and incredibly lonely. Until a tall, handsome stranger and a little girl walk into her life and suddenly the holidays are alive again.

When single father Guy Maple shows up as the result of an ad meant to be a joke, the handsome Montana construction worker isn’t joking. Money is tight this Christmas, and Guy’s four-year-old daughter Emma has stage-five chronic kidney disease. She needs a kidney transplant, but if Guy can’t prove that he can afford Emma’s anti-rejection medications, his daughter isn’t going to stay on the transplant list. Guy’s willing to do anything, including marrying a stranger, to keep her safe. It’s an impulsive marriage of convenience, and Sienna knows this isn’t real, no matter how much she adores Emma, how well Guy fits in to the ranching life—or how much light and laughter is coming into their lives as a result. But the more time she spends with her new family, the more she fears losing the fragile, feisty little girl and the kind, devoted, hard-working, incredibly attractive man who is her husband—but is it only in name?

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This emotionally intense romance follows Sienna, a divorced rancher, and Guy, a single dad trying to save his daughter with stage five kidney disease. The marriage-of-convenience storyline unfolds quickly due to their urgent circumstances, set against a cozy ranch backdrop during Christmas. Despite the rapid pace, Sienna and Guy’s honesty and vulnerability create a deep, heartfelt connection. While the ending may feel abrupt, it provides a well-deserved, satisfying conclusion after the characters’ emotional journey. Filled with laughter, sadness, and love, this is a touching read with depth and heart.

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Review Card & Book Review – Endgame By Ola Tundun

Ariella and Caleb were never meant to last…

She’s the ambitious workaholic constantly trying to prove herself. He’s the charming bad boy with a troubled past. Their love story could only ever have been temporary.

But when Ariella’s company faces a crisis, Caleb is the only one who can save it. Now they’re forced to work together, fighting their attraction, and the pain of their old wounds.

With her heart torn and her career on the line, Ariella must decide who to trust and what she truly wants. Can she forgive Caleb’s mistakes and rebuild their relationship? Or is it time to take a chance on a new beginning?

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“Endgame” concludes Aari and Caleb’s winding, messy love story, following their growth and struggles over three books. This emotional finale explores their flawed, human characters and the difficult journey to a healthy relationship, highlighting the need for personal and mutual development. The author, Ola Tundun, builds tension and depth, with realistic portrayals and complex themes that engage readers throughout. The epilogue provides a satisfying glimpse of the hard-won resolutions. Overall, it’s a gritty, emotional series that captures the beauty and challenges of love.

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Review Card & Book Review – Marry Me In Italy By Nicky Pellegrino

A dream wedding in Italy?
It’s the chance of a lifetime!

Skye has been with Tim forever and the last thing she’s thinking about is saying ‘I do’. It’s Tim that enters the dream wedding competition – he’s longing to win an all-expenses-paid trip to romantic Montenello. An escape to a beautiful Italian hill town might be just what they need to find love again…

Ana definitely isn’t interested in getting married – she doesn’t need a man to make her happy. But when she loses her job at a glossy food magazine, she jumps at the chance of a new life, renovating a crumbling Italian farmhouse. Her handsome (and very distracting) neighbour definitely isn’t part of the plan.

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“Marry Me in Italy” follows Skye, a cake maker, and Ana, an editor, on journeys of self-discovery in the charming town of Montenello, Italy. As both face personal and professional upheavals—Ana losing her job and Skye reconsidering her engagement—their paths intertwine amid stunning scenery, delicious food, and engaging characters. The novel’s descriptive writing brings the Italian countryside to life, making for a delightful and immersive holiday read. Despite mixed feelings about the ending, I feel that story remains enjoyable, with likable protagonists and vivid imagery throughout.

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Review Card & Book Review – Her Christmas Secret By Gabrielle Meyer

Her life was right on track

Until her past came knocking…

Nothing ever rattles school principal Valerie Wilmington…until the child she gave up a decade ago, and allowed her mother to raise, now becomes her responsibility. Valerie wants desperately to be a good mom but struggles to connect with the daughter she barely knows. She finds solace in the contractor and single dad hired to renovate her school, Wade Griffin. As their children become fast friends, Wade helps Valerie navigate her new family’s first Christmas. But Wade’s been lied to before, and Valerie’s secret will change everything…

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Valerie, the principal of a Christian school in need of repairs, meets Wade, the man hired to fix it. At the same time, Valerie takes in Hailee, the daughter she had at 18 but was raised as her sister, now sent to live with her. Valerie and Wade, a single father, grow closer, but Valerie fears her secret about Hailee could jeopardize their blossoming relationship. The story, set in a Christian community with wholesome themes, develops into a heartwarming Christmas romance filled with endearing characters, family bonds, and gentle faith elements, capturing the charm typical of a Love Inspired book.

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Review Card & Book Review – Second Chance Christmas By Jahquel J

Being known as the daughter of the Sageport’s town drunk always left Faith Stone defending her mother and herself. Her only solace was her boyfriend, Rome. Even as a teenager, Faith knew she wanted forever with Rome Atkins. Their small town, her mother’s struggles, and everyone’s opinions of their relationship couldn’t hold them back forever. After graduation, they would put Sageport behind them and start life anew together . . . but prom night changed everything.

Fifteen years later, Faith, now a divorced, single parent, finds herself back in Sageport for the holidays. The memories and pain are still fresh, as if everything happened yesterday, especially when she runs into Rome, who never left Sageport. Also fresh are the unexpected lingering feelings they still harbor for each other. Do old wounds run too deep, or can the joy of Christmas provide enough healing power for a second chance love reunion?

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This is an emotional, second-chance romance about Faith Stone and Rome Atkins, who are brought back together after 15 years of separation. Their relationship was shattered when Rome’s brother died in a car accident caused by Faith’s mother, prompting Faith to leave Sageport for Atlanta. Now, Faith returns to care for her father after his stroke, confronting painful memories and unresolved feelings. As she reconnects with Rome, old emotions resurface, and they must face their past to find healing. The story realistically portrays the characters’ struggles, growth, and eventual rekindling of their love, leading to a much-deserved happy ending.

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