A generation past, the western realms were embroiled in endless war. Then the Destroyer came. From the blood and ashes he left behind, a tenuous alliance rose between the barbarian riders of Parsathe and the walled kingdoms of the south. That alliance is all that stands against the return of an ancient evil—until the barbarian king and queen are slain in an act of bloody betrayal. Though forbidden by the alliance council to kill the corrupt king responsible for his parents’ murders, Maddek vows Continue Reading
Review: The Paris Apartment by Kelly Bowen
The Paris Apartment by Kelly BowenHistorical FictionApril 20, 2021, by ForeverARCReview by Angela I wasn't sure what to expect when I opened this book for the first time on my Kindle. I've read and enjoyed many of this author's historical romances, but this title is more of a historical fiction book, wrapped in a mystery, containing elements of extreme danger and desperation, all set against the Nazi invasion of France. That's a lot, I know. And to be honest I was hesitant going in because Continue Reading
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“This is a sweet, satisfying romance.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review They have nothing in common—so why does Ryan feel most like himself whenever he’s with Fabian? Pro hockey star Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to the Toronto Guardians, he’s determined to make a fresh start in the city’s dynamic LGBTQ Village. The last thing he expects to stumble upon in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Continue Reading
Series Review: Irons and Works by EM Lindsey
Irons & Works series by EM Lindsey Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Melinda There is almost nothing better than finding a new author to you and then loving their writing. The only thing better is when there is a whole series to binge! One of my favorite tropes in romance is found family, I gravitate to books and series that have even a hint in them, and The Irons and Works series is just teeming with found family. This series starts with Free Hand, where we're introduced Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
I've had a busy week and a busy weekend ahead so didn't get Top Ten done. It'll be back next week. I PROMISE. Y'all have a great weekend. Review: The Revelation of Light and Dark by Sawyer Bennett New Releases: Week of April 12-16, 2021 Review: Second First Impressions by Sally Thorne Review: Hot Copy by Ruby Barrett Melinda’s Minis: Sun of a Beach by Mia Sosa and Abel by Katee Robert Continue Reading
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Some Freebies for you today! Danger lurks around every corner. Who can you turn to for help? A swoon-worthy hero, that’s who. Bodyguards. Undercover agents. Special ops. They’re all right here, waiting to keep you safe. Immerse yourself in SIX steamy, full-length first-in-series novels in this collection from bestselling and beloved romantic suspense authors! These sexy alpha protectors will have you begging for more from the very first page. TINDERBOX | Rachel GrantHOT Continue Reading
Melinda’s Minis: Sun of a Beach by Mia Sosa and Abel by Katee Robert
Sun of a Beach by Mia SosaContemporaryApril 8, 2021, by AudibleARC This is another audible original, which seems to be more and more of a trend with romance authors. Donovan and Naomi are given an assignment for the swimsuit edition of the magazine they work on and things are interesting since they dislike each other. Naomi began the novella in an ‘I would never date a co-worker’ frame of mind and changed to ‘I am in love’ mindset in the length of 24 hours basically. Donovan changes from Continue Reading
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A "delectable" romantic comedy about a woman who fakes an engagement to the boy next door to enter a couples cooking contest (Farrah Rochon, USA Today bestselling author). When it comes to bread, Reena Manji knows exactly what she's doing. She treats her sourdough starters like (somewhat unruly) children. But when it comes to Reena's actual family—and their constant meddling in her life—well, that recipe always ends in disaster. Now Reena's parents have Continue Reading
Review: Hot Copy by Ruby Barrett
Hot Copy by Ruby BarrettContemporary RomanceApril 13, 2021, by Carina Press Review by Melanie I genuinely did not know how to start this review, to be honest. I’d heard so many things going into it, I was fully expecting to absolutely love this book and much to my dismay...I did not. First of all, the blurb and the cover do this book no favors. Both give off a lighthearted rom-com vibe but there is a whole heck of a lot of issues addressed in this book that could trigger a lot of Continue Reading
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Grip Trilogy Reading Order:Flow, Grip #1,Grip, Grip #2Still, Grip #3 FLOW is the prequel chronicling the week of magical days and nights that will haunt Grip & Bristol for years to come.In 8 years, Marlon James will be one of the brightest rising stars in the music industry. Bristol Gray will be his tough, no-nonsense manager. But when they first meet, she's a college student finding her way in the world, and he's an artist determined to make his way in it. From completely different Continue Reading