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Review Card & Book Review – Love Signals By Melanie Summers

Allie Cammareri is about to get her revenge. It’s been twelve years coming, but she’s finally going to defeat the ex who stole her research then dumped her.

She’s in a race against him to finish the same big project, and there can only be one winner. All she needs is a few more weeks of working around the clock, and victory will be hers.

So when her boss announces she’s being pulled off the project to mentor a Hollywood A-lister who’s preparing for an upcoming movie role, Allie is devastated. She doesn’t care that it’s People’s Sexiest Man, Hudson Finch.

Allie refuses to let him get in her way, even if Hudson is the most distracting (and delicious-smelling) man on the planet. But between the close confines of her tiny office and a night stranded together in a secluded mountain cabin, her feelings for Hudson turn into something she never could’ve predicted.

She may be falling hard for him, but can Allie really find her happily ever after in his muscley arms?

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Dr. Allie Cammareri, brilliant but unlucky in love, must prepare actor Hudson Finch for a role as her institute’s founder. Allie aims to complete her groundbreaking project solo, but unexpectedly falls for Hudson, Hollywood’s heartthrob with hidden dyslexia and self-doubt. Their journey is filled with funny, sweet moments as they overcome their past issues. Allie’s large, opinionated Italian family adds humor and complications. Hudson’s handsome image hides his self-doubt, but his genuine caring nature emerges, deepening their connection.

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Review Card & Book Review – The Plot Twist By Victoria Walters

One new boss, one ex-boyfriend, one big dilemma…

Stevie Phillips has just landed her dream job at a publishing company, ready to begin a new chapter in her life.

But her first day throws more curveballs than she thinks she can handle: a sudden company takeover sees the publicity team fired, and her new boss is the last person she wanted to see — her ex-boyfriend, Noah Anderson.

Assigned to a difficult book campaign, Stevie is determined to prove herself and not let Noah, the man who broke her heart, stand in her way. But as they work closely together, Noah hints that their breakup wasn’t as straightforward as she thought.

Is getting back with an ex ever a good idea, especially when he’s your boss?

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“The Plot Twist” centers on Stevie Phillips, who starts her dream job at a publishing house only to find her new boss is her ex, Noah Anderson. With staff leaving due to a takeover, a demanding author, and a romance-hating colleague, Stevie faces multiple challenges. Passionate about defending the romance genre, she rallies her colleagues, while navigating the sizzling chemistry with Noah. The book filled with humor, romance, and industry insights, it’s a must-read for book lovers.

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Review Card & Book Review – The Lumberjack By Susan Stoker

A game of chance during a horrific POW experience decided the future for Jackson “JJ” Justice and his teammates. Years later, they’re well settled into their lumberjack business in small-town Maine. And for nearly as long, JJ’s been pining for April, the woman largely responsible for growing their business, but insecurities keep him at arm’s length from the sexy receptionist.

April Hoffman loves her job…and her boss. She’s unsure where JJ’s head is at, but for her part, she knows exactly why she’s not revealed her feelings. Not only does she have one failed relationship under her belt, she’s also several years older than JJ. Why would a man so brutally hot settle for someone almost past her prime?

After a car accident nearly takes April’s life, leaving her with temporary amnesia, they both understand what they almost lost. The floodgates are open, their feelings exposed…but it may be too little, too late.

An enemy from JJ’s past has come calling, putting not only his future happiness on the line, but the lives of several people he holds dear—starting with April.

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This book features compelling characters: Jack, a protective and possessive former soldier deeply in love with the older April, and April, whose memory slowly returns in a realistic manner. The story highlights Jack’s vulnerability and insecurity, making his devotion to April endearing. Their journey to acknowledge and accept their feelings is sweetly portrayed, with a near tragedy cementing their mutual love. Stoker’s universe, with its strong bonds and realistic characters, adds depth, despite some stilted dialogue and repetitive proclamations about “our women” and “our men.”

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Review Card & Book Review – Love Story By Lindsey Kelk

She’s a small-town schoolteacher, he’s a hotshot creative director. Together, it’s hate at first sight.

Sophie Taylor has a secret and Joe Walsh is the last person she’d tell. He’s devilishly handsome, incredibly hot – and far too sure of himself.

But Sophie desperately needs his help.

Because she’s not just hiding something small. She is Este Cox, the mysterious romance author the entire world is desperate to unmask.

When a trip to the countryside means sharing a cottage with only one bed, it’s a short step to sharing a whole lot more besides… Can Sophie trust Joe with the truth – and be herself?

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“Love Story” is set over a chaotic weekend, featuring Sophie, a bestselling romance novelist writing under a pen name to hide her success from her snobbish publishing parents. Sophie’s journey explores internalized misogyny faced by romance writers and readers. The banter between Sophie, her family, and Joe—whose trustworthiness is questioned until the end—adds humor, especially in roasting Sophie’s ex. Kelk highlights the unfair belittlement of romance literature, celebrating its value and giving shout-outs to fellow romance authors.

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Review Card & Book Review – We Were On A Break By Jo Lovett

A summer to remember…

A love to last a lifetime…

Stranded in Rome, with all planes grounded due to volcanic ash, Callum gratefully accepts a lift back to London with a friend-of-a-friend who’s on her way home after a European road trip in a campervan.

But when he meets her, his heart plummets – she’s Emma, his ex, The ex, and he can’t be stuck in a van with her.

When Emma sees Callum again, she’s horrified. It’s taken so many years to heal her heart – she really doesn’t want to spend the next few days in close quarters with him.

As they embark on the drive of a lifetime, it begins to feel as though fate might have had a hand in reuniting them. But understanding what happened in the past and coming to terms with the present isn’t easy. Can the gift of time – and forced proximity – bring them back together again?

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“We Were on a Break” by Jo Lovett is a charming romantic comedy set against the scenic backdrop of Italy and France. The story follows exes Callum and Emma, who reunite unexpectedly when stranded in Rome due to a volcanic ash cloud. Emma offers Callum a ride back to London in her camper van, Miranda. As they travel, they confront unresolved feelings and past misunderstandings. Lovett’s well-developed characters and a blend of humor and emotional depth make this a delightful read about second chances and rekindled love, perfect for fans of light-hearted, nostalgic romance.

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Review Card & Book Review – Coming Home To Tuppenny Bridge By Sharon Booth

When Bethany learns that her estranged brother, Joseph, has died, she’s devastated. Returning home to Tuppenny Bridge is the last thing she wants to do, but she has no choice.

Making her way over the River Skimmer, rain coats the windscreen as she looks out at landscapes she hasn’t seen for over three decades. Happier times flash through her mind – birthday laughter, glimmering Christmas lights and her precious big brother, before he broke her heart. And now, with him gone, so is any hope of an apology…

To Bethany’s dismay, her childhood home, Whispering Willows, has been converted into a horse sanctuary and the house, as well as the animals, are now in her care.

Bethany has one goal in sight – sell the property before the past catches up with her. It’s not going to be easy: the house has been neglected, the stables are falling apart and then there’s Clive Browning, her brother’s best friend. His presence, at first unwanted, begins to stir up emotions in Bethany that she’s never felt before.

But just when Bethany starts to accept that there may be hope for a new beginning in Tuppenny Bridge, a shattering revelation comes to light, making Bethany question all she thought was true…

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“Coming Home to Tuppenny Bridge” by Sharon Booth captures the emotional journey of Bethany Marshal, who returns to her estranged family home after her brother Joseph’s death. Estranged from her family due to past betrayals and abuse, Bethany plans to sell Whispering Willows, her childhood home. However, she discovers Joseph’s work in rescuing abused animals and begins to heal. Supported by Clive, a kind vet, Bethany confronts her past, experiences emotional growth, and finds new love. The novel addresses heavy themes like abuse and betrayal with sensitivity, culminating in a heartfelt and redemptive conclusion.

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Review Card & Book Review – Three’s A Crowd By Christy McKellen

He was always the right guy, it was always the wrong time…until now?

You never forget your first and the saying couldn’t be truer for Daisy Malone. Because the moment childhood friend turned Hollywood superstar Zach Dryden reappears in her life she instantly remembers how she felt during the summer that changed everything. After weeks of flirting, the heat between them exploded in an electrifying (yet slightly embarrassing) one night together. But then Zach left and Daisy moved on and she knew their friendship – and her heart – would never be the same again.

Now Zach is back, more charming and irresistible than ever, and offering her a once in a lifetime trip to the Cannes film festival. Daisy has never found anyone who can compare with Zach, but she’s reluctant to open her heart to him again. Yet with so much history between them, can Daisy give their friendship a second chance…or will he always be the one who got away?

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“Three’s a Crowd” is a short, easy read about Daisy, who settles for her best friend Adam, despite lingering feelings for childhood friend Zach. Zach’s return from Hollywood reignites old sparks, but Daisy’s indecision causes turmoil. The story struggles with its cheating theme, failing to show Daisy’s growth and hard decisions, resulting in an unearned resolution. Despite the chemistry between Daisy and Zach, the narrative needed stronger development to truly engage readers.

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Review Card & Book Review – A Love Letter To Paris By Rebecca Raisin

The pretty little streets of Montmartre are abuzz with a rumour. Apparently a mystery matchmaker, known only as ‘Paris Cupid’, has somehow helped the city’s most famous bachelor find love.

But old-fashioned romantic Lilou is staying very quiet. She’d just wanted to set up her best friend, and to get on with her life selling whimsical old love letters, in Paris’s famous St. Ouen market.

She hadn’t imagined her little Paris Cupid project could ever have attracted so many people looking for true, heartfelt romance. Though the truth is that Lilou adores helping people find the right person. Even if her own love life is nothing short of disastrous.

But then a message arrives. And it’s just for her. Someone is in love with her. Someone who knows her secret. But they’re keeping their own identity secret too… Could it be from cheerful, talkative, flame-haired Felix? Or quiet, beautifully handsome Benoit? Or even Pascale – who drives Lilou mad every day?

After so long of helping others find their soulmate, is it time for Lilou to find love of her own in Paris herself?

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This book captures romance in Paris’s picturesque Montmartre. The story follows Lilou, a hopeless romantic who becomes an anonymous matchmaker known as ‘Paris Cupid.’ Despite her own imperfect love life, Lilou helps others believe in love through handwritten letters. The novel weaves themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery, with Paris as a charming backdrop. Readers will relate to Lilou and her friend Emilenne, and root for Lilou’s happiness amidst Parisian charm. It’s a captivating read about connection and romance.

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