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LATEST BOOK NEWS — Week of January 25, 2021

January 25, 2021 by Aestas · Leave a Comment

BOOKWORM NEWS:

Kit by Brenda Rothert just went live!! — “I finally have the life I’m meant for. Predictable. Boring. Safe. NHL player Kit Carter upsets the stability I crave when he looks at me with his dark eyes, wounded and guarded, but also swirling with desire. I can’t let him figure out who I truly am—driven not by ambition but by anxiety. Unable to let go of my control, even for a second. There’s something about Kit that draws me to him so powerfully it’s no longer a choice, though. I need to give in, even if it costs me everything.”

Dare to Stay by Carly Phillips just went live!! — “She’s been moved around and left behind more times than she cares to count. Just when she was starting to let her guard down with him, he left for a two year stint with Doctors Without Borders. Now he’s back… He’s always felt like an outsider in his family of professional sports players. He’s traveled the world and is better for it, but now he’s home… When he comes face to face with the woman he left behind, their chemistry still smolders…”

Follow Me Under by Helen Hardt (Follow Me series) just went live!! — “Dating Boston’s billionaire bachelor has opened up a new world for Skye Manning. Opportunities are suddenly everywhere, her new career is flourishing, and she experiences luxury she’s only seen in the pages of magazines. So why does she feel like she’s losing herself? Braden Black never meant to fall for Skye, and he still tries to resist a relationship he knows he’s not wired for. But not only has Skye awoken something inside him—he’s stirring something dark and forbidden inside his Cinderella. Something even he can’t control…”

My Beautiful Sin by J. Kenner (Fallen Saint series) just went live!! — “Despite his dangerous past, he finally has her in his life… Yet shadows still cling to him, obscuring his dark secrets and the confidences he swore never to reveal… She is certain the man she loves hasn’t told her everything. And when she starts receiving anonymous warnings about him, she vows to investigate. Soon it becomes clear that he isn’t the only one with things to hide, and the more she learns, the more she realizes how dangerous it is to love him…”

Fall of Night by Lara Adrian (Midnight Breed series) goes live this week!! — “Breed warrior Micah is one of the Order’s best, his reputation for cold justice and lethal skill rivaled only by that of his formidable father, Tegan. So, when a mission Micah’s leading in an off-limits area called the Deadlands goes terribly wrong, leaving him the sole survivor of an apparent Atlantean attack, he won’t rest until he has answers…and vengeance for his fallen team. Phaedra thought it was only a dream, a hideous nightmare. Yet somehow, she had been transported from her life in Rome to a stretch of barren forest when it suddenly lit up with unearthly fire, obliterating everything in its path—including the fiercely handsome Breed warrior she’d encountered in the dream. Or so she believed…”

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WEEKLY NEW RELEASES RECAP

Kit by Brenda Rothert (hockey romance, standalone in Chicago Blaze series)
Dare to Stay by Carly Phillips (second chance romance, standalone in Dare Nation series)
Follow Me Under by Helen Hardt (billionaire romance, Follow Me series)
My Beautiful Sin by J. Kenner (billionaire romance, Fallen Saint series)
Fall of Night by Lara Adrian (paranormal romance, Midnight Breed series)

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LATEST BOOK NEWS — Week of January 18, 2021

January 17, 2021 by Aestas · Leave a Comment

LIVE EARLY: The Invitation by Vi Keeland (standalone)
I love this author’s books and her latest release is now live early!! It’s a standalone romance! — “The first time I met Hudson Rothschild was at a wedding. I’d received an unexpected invitation to one of the swankiest venues in the city. Hudson was a groomsman and quite possibly the most gorgeous man I’d ever laid eyes on. He asked me to dance, and our chemistry was off the charts. I knew it wasn’t a good idea to get involved with him, considering the wedding I was at. But our connection was intense, and I was having a great time. Though the fun came to a screeching halt when Hudson figured out I wasn’t who I’d said I was. You see, that unexpected invitation I received? Well, it hadn’t actually been addressed to me—it was sent to my ex-roommate who’d bounced a check for two months’ rent and moved out in the middle of the night. I figured she owed me an expensive night out, but I guess, technically, I was crashing the wedding. Once caught, I couldn’t get out of there fast enough. As I bolted for the door, I might’ve plucked a few bottles of expensive champagne off the tables I passed, all while the gorgeous, angry groomsman was hot on my tail. Outside, I jumped into a taxi. My heart ricocheted against my ribs as we drove down the block—but at least I’d escaped unscathed. Or so I thought. Until I realized I’d left my cell phone behind at the table. Take one guess who found it? This is the crazy story of how Hudson Rothschild and I met. But trust me, it’s only the tip of the iceberg.” — It’s live early right now so be sure to grab a copy!

UPCOMING WEEKLY NEW RELEASES RECAP

The Invitation by Vi Keeland (sexy contemporary romance, standalone)
The Stud Next Door by Kendall Ryan (single dad romance, standalone in Risky Business series)
Escape With Me by Kristen Proby (contemporary romance, standalone in With Me In Seattle series)
Happy Singles Day by Ann Marie Walker (romantic comedy, Hashtag Holidays series)

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LATEST BOOK NEWS — Week of January 11, 2021

January 11, 2021 by Aestas · 2 Comments

WEEKLY NEW RELEASES RECAP

My One and Only by Layla Hagen (opposites attract romance, standalone in Very Irresistible Bachelors series)
The Way The Story Goes by Samantha Chase (enemies to lovers romance, standalone in Magnolia Sound series)
Shielding Riley by Susan Stoker (unexpected single dad romance, standalone in Delta Team Two series)
Destructive King by Rachel Van Dyken (love after loss/mafia romance, Mafia Royals #2)
Blood Heir by Illona Andrews (urban fantasy, spinoff of Kate Daniels series)
Our Italian Summer by Jennifer Probst (women’s fiction standalone)

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LATEST BOOK NEWS — Week of January 3, 2021

January 3, 2021 by Aestas · Leave a Comment

RECENT FAVORITE: Forsaken Trail by Devney Perry (Read my Review)
WOOHOO!! If you love enemies-to-lovers romance, surprise pregnancies, moody billionaires with hearts of gold, and strong heroines who don’t need anyone to save them, then you’re going to love this book! I read it in one sitting and loved it! — “She blames the bubbly for falling into bed with him that night. Enemy or no, the billionaire is irresistible in a tux. But after their one-night tryst, she has no choice but to cut her vacation short, returning home to escape his devilish smile, vowing never to see him again. Except she gets a surprise a few weeks later—she’s pregnant. When he learns that she’s carrying his child, he offers her the chance of a lifetime. The catch? She has to live under his roof until the baby is born. Either they’ll kill each other in nine months. Or discover love buried beneath their hate.” — I not only loved this book I also love the whole series and each book can standalone:

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WEEKLY NEW RELEASES RECAP

Only One Night by Natasha Madison (hockey romance, standalone in Only One series)
To Whatever End by Lindsey Frydman (YA romantic mystery/unique, standalone)
A Co-Worker’s Crush by Piper Rayne (single mom romance, standalone in Rooftop Crew series)
Dark by Aleatha Romig (dark romantic suspense, Dangerous Web series)
Neighbors: A Novel by Danielle Steel (reclusive movie star opens her home to strangers after an earthquake)

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Book Review — Forsaken Trail by Devney Perry

December 28, 2020 by Aestas · 1 Comment

“Tomorrow, I’ll regret confiding in the enemy.”
“I’m still the enemy?” he asked.
“Of course.”
“Good.” He grinned.

WOOHOO!! If you love enemies-to-lovers romance, surprise pregnancies, moody billionaires with hearts of gold, and strong heroines who don’t need anyone to save them, then you’re going to love this book!

Aria Saint-James has planned the perfect getaway: sweatpants, takeout and two weeks alone with her sister and nephew. Nowhere on that list is wearing a low-cut dress and uncomfortable heels to attend a wedding where she knows neither the bride nor the groom. Toss in her nemesis, Brody Carmichael, and her road trip to Arizona is officially a bust.

But at least there is champagne.

She blames the bubbly for falling into bed with Brody that night. Enemy or no, the billionaire is irresistible in a tux. But after their one-night tryst, Aria has no choice but to cut her vacation short, returning home to escape his devilish smile, vowing never to see Brody again.

Except Aria gets a surprise a few weeks later—she’s pregnant. When he learns that she’s carrying his child, Brody offers Aria the chance of a lifetime. The catch? She has to live under his roof until the baby is born.

Either they’ll kill each other in nine months. Or discover love buried beneath their hate.

This was a thoroughly enjoyable read that I read in one sitting because I just didn’t want to put it down. It was a fast, easy read with a story I got easily caught up into and characters I cared for.

One night of pretending.
Then we’d go back to what we were good at.
Hating.

While this is technically part of the Runaway series, you can read this as a standalone. I have read and loved all the books in this series but all of them can be read alone (or out of order if needed) as their stories are interconnected but not in a way that is critical to understanding the story. Everything you need to know about previous books is recapped in the beginning of this one without any major spoilers so if you feel like diving right into this book, you’re good to go. That said, I did love all the books so if you plan to read them all, why not start at the beginning.

The heroine was strong – really strong – and I loved that she was her own hero in life who didn’t rely on anyone. It was an admirable quality that made me respect her. In contrast, the hero came from a very different walk of life and he needed to learn to let her stand on her own – but he truly meant well so it was easy be forgiving of him and it was really sweet to see him try so hard to be the best man he could be. I loved that enemies or no, he genuinely stepped up when she got pregnant after their one night stand and that told me everything I needed to know about him.

“You’re…” I gulped.
“Pregnant.”
… “And it’s —“
“If you ask me if it’s yours, I will cut your balls off and string them on the Christmas tree.”

“If you’re not here to grovel, I’d head to the door before she sees you.”
“I’m here to grovel.”
“Good… Head on back.”

“I’m sorry. I said it earlier. I meant it.”
“I know. You don’t say things you don’t mean… I don’t want a nanny. I want to be the one to change diapers and puree baby food and get up in the middle of the night.”
“Are you sure?”
She nodded. “No nanny. I’m going to be selfish and keep all of my baby’s moments for myself.”
“Just share some with me, okay?”
“You can have the poopy diapers.”
I chucked. “So generous.”

If you’re looking for a sweet romance with a side of sass, then definitely try this!

Rating: 4-4.5 stars. Contemporary Adult Romance. Can standalone.

* RUNAWAY SERIES *

Series of interconnected standalones. One car. One cross-country road trip.
Five stories about six runaways finally finding home.

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LATEST NEW RELEASES, RECOMMENDATIONS, & PRE-ORDERS — WEEK OF December 27, 2020

December 27, 2020 by Aestas · Leave a Comment

NEW FAVORITE: Forsaken Trail by Devney Perry (Read my Review)
WOOHOO!! If you love enemies-to-lovers romance, surprise pregnancies, moody billionaires with hearts of gold, and strong heroines who don’t need anyone to save them, then you’re going to love this book! I read it in one sitting and loved it! — “She blames the bubbly for falling into bed with him that night. Enemy or no, the billionaire is irresistible in a tux. But after their one-night tryst, she has no choice but to cut her vacation short, returning home to escape his devilish smile, vowing never to see him again. Except she gets a surprise a few weeks later—she’s pregnant. When he learns that she’s carrying his child, he offers her the chance of a lifetime. The catch? She has to live under his roof until the baby is born. Either they’ll kill each other in nine months. Or discover love buried beneath their hate.” — I not only loved this book I also love the whole series and each book can standalone:

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