Book Reviews by duelalias

This is a captivating and romantic story that I couldn't put it down. Philip is a charming and engaging man who has a tortured soul. Rose is a strong, sweet and  independent woman. Philip and Rose have had a relationship for 2 years, each having decided to remain unmarried for the rest of their lives, since she is an independent widow, and he because he believes is honor bound to do so. Until Rose decides that she does want to marry and have more children, and tries to convince Philip to marry her. With dramatic twists and turns to the storyline it is a brilliant and intriguing story that needs to go to the top of your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a sexy, amusing and enjoyable story. Mick is real jerk in the beginning, but as you slowly get to know him you learn that he's charming and generous and funny. He has a big heart, but it's disguised as selfishness and control. He finds himself drawn to Terri, once he stops and sees her, and his one and done attitude doesn't seem to apply to her. Terri is a sweet, snarky and caring woman who is fascinated by Mick, but doesn't want to have a relationship with him. Things get more complicated and entertaining as the storyline unfolds. It's a really great story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a steamy, entertaining and enjoyable story. Clay is a player, he never spends more than one night with a woman, never wants to. But when Valerie walks into his office he's immediately strongly attracted to her, but he can't and won't go there. He is soon obsessing over her, and once he has her he can't let her go. Val is a sweet and likable woman. She becomes intensely attracted to Clay when they first meet, but his past keeps coming back to haunt him. This story is charming and and the characters are fascinating. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Exclusive ARC. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a captivating story with romance, drama, betrayal and heartache. Marcus is a caring man, but very gullible. He's been obsessed with the girl he rescued in America, even while married to his first wife, even while mourning her. He has been oblivious to what's actually been happening in his family, while believing that he's done his best. He can be charming, sweet and amusing or indifferent and unfeeling. Josie is a survivor, she's tough and stubborn and strong willed. She's kind, loving and giving. Except when it comes to the man who broke his promise to send her home. But maybe he's not who she thinks he is. The two have their own reasons for staying aloof, and both are confused about what they are feeling. It's a brilliant storyline with intriguing characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This has an interesting storyline, but weak characters. I liked Nat and Owen, but neither has any backbone. The minor characters are very manipulative and make Nat and Owen look even weaker than they are. I liked the story, I just felt really sorry for Nat and Owen. It could have been a much better story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a captivating, steamy romance. Tom is a nice guy from the mid West, he's polite, charming and engaging, and a bit manipulative. He has recently discovered that he is bi and he wants his teammate/ roommate Danny. Danny believes that his one night of wild sex with a woman and other men was a one time thing. But being around Tom is confusing him. Carmina is a wounded vet who's best friend is their teammate. She has a personal problem that she thinks a man can solve. And while she's attracted to Danny, she chooses Tom to help her. Tom fails, but Danny doesn't. Now she wants both of them. So while Danny convinces himself he doesn't want to be in a relationship, Tom and Carmina start one. And try to draw Danny in. I loved the storyline and the characters. Outside of their relationship the drama amongst the team members is dramatic and suspenseful. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is an intense and suspenseful story that is full of drama and angst. Ama has been discouraging Jackson's attentions for years, until her father makes a deal with him that forces her to marry him. Enda is Jackson's half brother, who becomes Ama's friend and ally. And Ama needs one because Jackson is one insane and sadistic bastard. It's an intriguing, but traumatic, storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a sweet and romantic story with two very personable characters. Jules is charming, romantic and amusing. Jemma is a sweet, overworked young lady. Jemma has been in love with Jules since they were children, Jules realizes that he loves her after a chance meeting in a dark room. Jemma lives the Cinderella lifestyle, having a wicked mother and mean, spoiled sister. It's a thoroughly captivating storyline. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a quick, sexy and amusing story. John is captivating, while he wants to bust the Lone Ranger, he also wants her in his bed. Amber is intriguing, being a first-class criminal, and making John crazy with lust. It is romantic and fun with a unique twist at the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is fun, entertaining and engaging. Simon is a serious hard working, honest, caring and determined police inspector who needs to catch a certain thief to get a promotion. Dahlia is a sweet, funny, giving and stubborn self appointed owner and headmistress. Supporting indigent girls and giving them a better life is all Dahlia wants, and sometimes she has to resort to thievery. Simon and Dahlia meet when he helps her run off a man intent on kidnapping a girl. They slowly become interested in each other, but Dahlia knows it can't work, because she is the thief he needs to catch. It's a captivating storyline with a heartwarming ending. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a sweet, dramatic and intriguing story. At the end it gets a little weird and sad, but it's hard to put down. Rhys is a sweetheart, he's kind and loyal and stubborn. Alissa is strong, determined and impulsive. They had an intimate but innocent relationship until she was 13 when she realized that she liked him as more than a friend. Her father banned his presence after that. He finally comes to visit years later with her brother, who is Rhys' best friend, and realized that she grew up rather well. They become romantic with tragic results, then end up in an alternate reality. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reading Deals. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is amusing and entertaining and somewhat sweet. Sol has been trying to get Georgia back since she left him without reason. Georgia has been avoiding her feelings for Sol since she left. When Georgia needs to have their daughter Eden live with him temporarily he tries everything to win her, but she's hoping to start a relationship with someone else. Sol is sweet, determined and sometimes even charming. Georgia is stubborn, naive and selfish. The storyline takes us through the summer and their trials and tribulations. The story has intriguing characters and situations. I really enjoyed it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reading Deals. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a dramatic and engrossing story that I couldn't put down. Arie and Pierce are torn apart because of his temper and his father, his father makes him join the Navy and become a SEAL. But Arie has had enough anyway. They end up back together years later, but under unusual circumstances. Pierce got all of my sympathy in this story, I didn't really like Arie. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is an amusing and entertaining story with a little suspense thrown in. The relationship between Gabe and Shannon starts as a farce, but the more time they spend together, the more they have to fight their attraction. Gabe thinks he doesn't deserve happiness, Shannon thinks that a man lime Gabe isn't really interested in her. But with the twist at the end, they realize that they are wrong. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is exciting and amusing story. Chloe is stubborn, headstrong impulsive and naive. Markwick is determined, loyal and charming. It's full of suspense, drama, heartache and romance. The secondary characters are intriguing and solidify the storyline. I enjoyed reading this and look forward to reading more of this series. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a fun, romantic and entertaining story. Trent is charming and strong, but scarred. Drew is a sweet jerk. Trent had never had a relationship before, then he met Drew and was immediately smitten. Drew thought Trent was just another jock story, but he found himself caring about what Trent thought about him. The relationship starts with them being friends first and it gradually turned into a romance. It's a captivating story and the characters are adorable. I very much enjoyed reading it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a sweet and amusing love story. Sven is having a rough time, nothing is going right in his life, and his house is falling apart. Lowell is somewhat of a loner because he's a bit eccentric. But he is also very caring and romantic. The two originally met in college, but after a mix-up things didn't work out. Now they find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other, yet afraid to make the first move and get turned down. But Sven can't resist Lowell's romantic gestures and he gradually gives in to him. It's a thoroughly enjoyable story with strong main and secondary characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This has an intriguing storyline, but it doesn't make a lot of sense. Both Jack and Amelia have volatile tempers and clash constantly. Amelia is also aggravating and immature and has a loud mouth. Jack is also weak, he lets Amelia stampede over him. I was not at all impressed with this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a fun upbeat romance story. Ryan is hyper, romantic and sweet. Sara is studious, eager and  mellow. Ryan instantly falls for Sara when he sees her. He dedicates himself to making her his. He's really sort of adorable when he is trying to woo her. Sara took the job because she needs the credits and money, and figures the eye candy boss is just a bonus perk. But the more she gets to know him, the more she falls for him. It's an entertaining story with great secondary characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a dramatic story with a lot of angst. Max is arrogant, pushy and selfish. Meredith is heartbroken, lost and weak. Paulette is a first class b*tch. Meg buts in where she doesn't belong. Meredith discovers a mystery in her family that she wants to solve, then tear down her grandmother's house because it holds too many memories. Max thinks he can tell Meredith what she can and can't do with her house. Paulette thinks she has a say too, even though her grandmother left her completely out of the will. Poor Meredith just wants to be left alone. This is not a romantic love story, Max and Meredith never seem to be in love. And the twist at the end is tragic. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Goodreads. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a suspenseful and intriguing story that is full of twists and turns and lies and secrets. Cull is a tough, loner cowboy. Nikki is a determined and stubborn writer. When Nikki arrives looking to solve the 25 year old mystery of what happened to Culls baby twin siblings, Cull has a fit and tries to get her to leave. But Culls father wants him to play nice and help Nikki, and the more time he spends with her, the more he's drawn to her. And she is drawn to him, knowing that it isn't smart. You find yourself being pulled into the story, trying to figure out who did it. And the end is very sweet and romantic. It's a must add to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is sweet, romantic and suspenseful. Ethan is a sweet romantic at heart, he's engaging and amusing and has a big, soft heart. But I was not happy with him when he went back to L.A. Laura is overwhelmed with responsibility, funny a little bit vulnerable. I love how calm and caring is Ethan, making very charming and sweet gestures towards Laura, Dallas and Ivy. It's a great book and I almost like Ethan more than Carter, but in the end Carter is #1. I highly recommend adding it to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is romantic, sweet and heartwarming. Carter is not the typical billionaire, he's kind and caring, sensitive and sweet. Mia is dedicated, caring and she goes above and beyond for her kids. Being around Carter is good for the kids, and for Mia. Being around Mia and the kids is good for Carter. Everyone is happier at the ranch, learning to trust and love there. This is an all around happy, sweet and enjoyable storyline. It's a must add to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a hot, sexy story and full of interesting characters. Chevy is determined to harden herself against romance so she stops falling for jerks with smooth moves. Foster thinks she has come to be romanced, because that's his job. She completely confuses him when she responds to him with coldness. He confuses her by seeming to really mean what he says, nit because it's his job. They are entertaining and amusing together, and so steamy. Em is one of my favorite authors, you can't go wrong with anything she writes. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a dramatic story with a lot of players. Oliver is a little bit psycho, a lot secretive and completely obsessed. There also seems to be a cold darkness in him. Theo seems like a really nice guy, but there's something off about him. Scarlett is a survivor, but she has no backbone at all when it comes to Oliver and his manipulations. Angela is a jealous b**ch who likes to abuse the people she deems beneath her. The relationship between Oliver and Scarlett runs from hot to freezing in a matter of seconds, either he shuts down or she pushes him away. So far I haven't figured out if I like them as a couple.

This is a sweet love story. Jonathan is a lonely and almost defeated man who cares about nothing as much as the orchard his family once owned, and he still tends. Elizabeth has no family left except a missing sister, who she is looking for. When she rides by Sweet Grove orchard she decides that she must have it. Jonathan resents her decision to tend the orchard herself without his help. But eventually she does ask for help and they get to know each other. There's not a lot of romance to the story, it's more about healing hearts. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and this is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is an sweet, intriguing and captivating story. Morgan is a charming and chivalrous man who is scarred inside and out. Shona has a title and money, is socially inept, has a body that is not in fashion and is the target of malicious gossip. Morgan saves Shona from drowning and the two form a kindred souls bond and fall in love. But Morgan has a nasty father who constantly puts him down and keeps trying to control him. Shona doesn't see Morgans outside scars, she just sees the sweet and compassionate man inside. But Morgan won't even think about marrying Shona because he has nothing to offer her. This is a feel good, romantic story that I recommend adding to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a short but sweet and romantic story. Jude is charming, romantic and vulnerable. Lacey is independent and snarky. A drunken 24 hours in Vegas and one determined old man changes their lives forever. I really liked Jude, he is such a sweetheart. And the storyline is entertaining and amusing. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a fairly entertaining story that is full of drama, sex and amusement. Rance is a nice guy who wants his ex back. Audrey is the work obsessed ex. Blaine and Charlene are only interested in sex. There are two completely different storylines in this book, one a romance, the other not so much. While I found the storylines and characters interesting, there were some phrases that I don't think needed to be included and make the book less enjoyable. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a very sweet and fun story. Duncan is charming, romantic and amusing. Ami is sweet, fun and stubborn. They are an engaging couple who has fun and romance in every outing. It's a captivating, feel good story that I very much enjoyed reading. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a sweet, romantic, suspenseful and entertaining story. The characters are intriguing and likable. Susannah is a quiet, kind woman. Toby is an engaging, loyal and romantic man. He wants to date her, she won't because of a previous bad relationship. They pretend to be together to catch a drug dealer, only he's not pretending. They manage to have some fun while investigating, and each wishes it was a real relationship. The end is sweet and romantic. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

This is a captivating and amusing story. Wolfe is kind, caring, romantic and vulnerable. Miranda is kind, caring, gun shy and determined. When Wolfe instantly falls for Miranda he has no clue how to get her, so he manipulates her into agreeing to a fake marriage. Miranda agrees because her dream is to open her own catering company along with a soup kitchen and Wolfe has the means to make it happen. While Wolfe to make Miranda fall for him, she puts walls up to prevent that from happening. It's a thoroughly enjoyable story with a very romantic ending.