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The Charmer by Avery Flynn

This is amusing and entertaining. Hudson is a cocky charmer who it's a great idea to "help" Felicia get the man she wants, Tyler. His method, teaching her how to seduce Tyler, ends up seducing him. Felicia is a nerd in a dress, until Hudson takes her dress off. Then she turns into a fast learner who turns the tables on him. She doesn't much like Hudson, she's just in lust with him. When she sees him as Hughston, she's intrigued, and falls for him. But Tyler is the man on her list, and it's Tyler she wants. I loved the storyline, it's romantic and sexy and funny. The characters are all charming and likable. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Lucas by Sawyer Bennett

This is a heart-wrenching story about a very broken and emotionally scarred, but sweet and caring, Stephanie. She and fun loving hockey playboy Lucas have a one night stand, but thinking of each other doesn't stop. When Stephanie finds out that she is pregnant, they decide to have a casual relationship and co parent. But as Luke falls in love, Stephanie builds, tears down, then rebuilds walls that protect her from caring. They are complete opposites in how they were raised, and the more Lucas tries to convince her that she deserves to be loved and will be a good parent, the more she wishes she could believe him, but the more she believes otherwise. It's a captivating and sweet love story. And I can't wait to read Van. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Misplaced Cowboy by Sotia Lazu

This is a romantic and sexy story. Bull is bold, charming and engaging. Elina is focused, determined and somewhat shy. Bull comes along and rocks her world, and his. He wants to see where things can go, she wants to focus on her career. It's a captivating and amusing storyline that leaves you feeling good. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Trouble With These Gentlemen by Jessie Bennett

This story is full of mystery, intrigue and drama. James is nice, romantic and interesting. Nicholas is charming and sweet and amusing. Anne Marie is shy, brave and determined. Clara is a two faced, fake friend. Earl Kipling is creepy. The storyline is intriguing, if a bit unorthodox. The writing could be better, but it's still a good story.

Missing Piece by Emma Snow

This is an intense, suspenseful and gripping story. The storyline and characters weave a spellbinding tale of horror, survival, love and heartbreak. Martha lives her life in hiding because she was traumatized as a child. Ben lives in seclusion because of the guilt he carries for the death of his sister. When Martha's boss is seriously injured in a car accident, she calls his son estranged son, Ben. Soon Ben is questioning what he wants from life. Reconnecting with his father, being attracted to Martha, and finding out she may be in danger and dealing with his mother make him want to join life again. Martha wants to have a relationship with Ben, but her past interferes. Then there's the man who saved Martha and Lisa from the mad man, who is obsessed with making sure they are safe. No one knows who they can trust, who they can believe or what to believe. This is a thrilling story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. It should be placed at the top of your TBR list. I received

The Highlanders Challenge by Emilia Ferguson

This is dramatic, suspenseful, romantic and sweet. Duncan is brave, determined and charming. Alina is impulsive, naive and stubborn. They wish to wed, but her crazy uncle decides that Duncan has to figure a out a riddle, successfully do the tasks and get an answer for her uncle. Alina and Duncan are desperate to marry, and will do whatever it takes to make it happen. There's danger, intrigue, and a whole lot of drama. It's romantic and engrossing, and the creepy people are very creepy. The end is very romantic and sweet and satisfying. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Single Dad SEAL by Charlize Starr

This is full of dramatic characters, none of which I liked. The storyline is not believable, it makes the characters weak. Luke starts off as a really great guy, caring and honorable, but in the end he shows himself to be a selfish, disturbed jerk. Emma is sweet and caring, but weak and naive. I just didn't care for this story at all. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Heartbeat Reads. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Break of Day by Andie Christopher

This is romantic, sweet and amusing. Jonah is a loner because of an incident that happened in college that devastated him. He's cold and suspicious but also protective, hesitant and insecure. Carla is disheartened with life, after being dumped by her fiancé, and being a disappointment to her parents. When they meet, Jonah is a super jerk to her. She is insanely attracted to him. They have a quick one night stand, that neither of them really wants it to just be a one night stand, but they're just too insecure and shy to take a chance. It turns out that Jonah is sweet, loving and charming softie inside and Carla is strong, stubborn and bold. The storyline is captivating, romantic and sweet. It was so good I couldn't put it down. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Broken Duke by Jess Michaels

This is a captivating and engrossing storyline. Graham is sweetheart who was betrayed by his best friend and fiancé. It leaves him very depressed, but it's more about what Simon did, not Meg. When he sees Lydia, he's drawn like a moth to a flame. And after he dances with Adelaide, he feels the exact same pull. He's totally confused as to why they both attract him. Adelaide finds that she can't stay away from him either, as Lydia they become lovers, but has to be proper as Adelaide. So while he's trying to figure out what to do about the two women, she's afraid to tell him that there's really only one woman. There's some drama in the story, and secrets and shocks and romance. Put this one at the top of your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Lady Eleanor's Seventh Suitor by Anna Bradley

This is a captivating story of love, revenge, secrets and blackmail. Camden will stop at nothing to get revenge, that makes him stubborn and cruel. But he is also a gentleman, and he loves deeply. Eleanor is looking for love, it makes her seem very cold. But she actually has a soft heart and she fiercely protects anyone she considers family. As their relationship develops, they start to see inside of each other. Sometimes it's romantic, sometimes not, but it's engrossing and dramatic and suspenseful. It should be added to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Bachelor's Secret by Emily Bishop

This is a suspenseful, amusing and dramatic story. Blake is a playboy billionaire who needs to redeem himself. Roxanne was an abused wife who got away. They meet briefly at a charity function, then don't see each other for 5 years. When Blake sees her again, he needs to get to know her, so he agrees to do a tv show. Roxanne remembers him, but doesn't trust men, and is told by her boss to stay away from him. But the original connection between them was so powerful that they can't stay away. But a controlling boss and a psycho ex husband constantly come between them. It's a thoroughly enjoyable story that grabs you and holds your attention until the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Boss's Secret Baby by Charlize Starr

This is romantic, amusing and entertaining. Carter is a dog. He's rich, good-looking and he just uses women for sport. Vivian, his ex, is smart, determined and vulnerable. Vivian needs a job, Carter's company is hiring, so she applies. And gets hired to be Carter's PA. He has a bet to bed his PA, but then he sees that it's Vivian, and all bets are off, he wants he for a totally different reason. Vivian tries to stay professional, but she has always loved Carter, so it's hard. The storyline is interesting and the characters are captivating and likable. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Heartbeat Reads. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Kiss Me In The Rain by Lindzee Armstrong

This is an interesting story that has drama, secrets and romance. Tyler is sweet, shy and engaging. Layla is loyal, timid and naive. After letting Layla leave Europe thinking that he wasn't interested, Tyler follows her to South Carolina, just to watch her get engaged to another man. He decides to stick around and fight for her, while she resists without telling him why. The twists, both good and bad, keep you guessing about who is guilty of what. I enjoyed reading this book and hope that Grant gets his story written. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A SEAL's Surprise by Tawny Weber

This is another brilliant addition to the SEALs series. Eli is confident that he is right that SEALs shouldn't have wives or families. After all, he gave up the love of his life, it couldn't have been for no reason. Macy, the girl he left behind, is determined to show him what he's missing. This is an amusing and entertaining and enjoyable story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

One Last Risk by Nancy Stopper

This is a sweet, dramatic and charming story about love, grief, forgiveness and new beginnings. Lucas is a loner, because of his profession, whose grief keeps him determined to save everybody, even if that means others are at risk. Sarah is strong, determined and confused. The instant their eyes meet, they are pulled towards each. Neither is ready or willing to have a serious relationship, but they can't themselves. It's very sweet the way Lucas interacts with Sarah and Lily, he is so loving and gentle with them. It's a captivating story and fun characters. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of this series. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

To Love A Highland Rogue by Collette Cameron

This is a captivating and romantic story. Logan is chivalrous, reserved and very determined to make his betrothed love him, without he himself falling for her. And he finds that she loathes him. Mayra wants out of the betrothal because he has never shown her that he cares. She is sweet, naive and romantic. When she meets a man in the village she's drawn to him, as he is to her. They fall in love, then he tells her who he is. And she hates him again. It's a thoroughly enjoyable book and I recommend adding it to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Duke of My Heart by Hanna Hamilton

This is an entertaining and amusing story. It's sweet, romantic and enjoyable. Iris is very shy, awkward and brave. Ewan is quiet, determined, charming and engaging. I love the storyline, but the writing could have been better. So it's worth adding to your TBR list, the storyline is that intriguing. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Demon Duke by Margaret Locke

This is a sweet, romantic story that deals with how people with unexplained medical issues were treated. Damon is such a captivating and charming man. He's kind and caring and hurt and vulnerable. Grace is a quiet, plain speaking woman who would rather live in a library than deal with the ton. There is an instant connection between them as soon as they meet. He tries outrunning his feelings, because he thinks he's a monster. But Grace doesn't see a monster, she sees a lonely and hurt man. There are some very fascinating characters, and a few real dirtbags. This is so engrossing and romantic it makes your heart melt.

Seducing Susannah by E.E. Burke

This is sweet, interesting and entertaining. Ross is charming and engaging, but sometimes has no patience. Savannah is stubborn, headstrong and brave. Ross is determined to marry Savannah, who is more determined to not let that happen. The storyline is intriguing and suspenseful, and I couldn't put it down.

Tempting Mr. Jordan by Marin McGinnis

This is an engaging and romantic story. Geoffrey is somber, sad and cynical when he meets Julia. Julia wanted an adventure before putting herself on the shelf, and thought that he was just another rude American. While each of them fought their attraction to the other, for different reasons, they found themselves irresistibly drawn to each other. Then they take off together to save her best friend from his brother, and in tight quarters. The drama really starts after that. And the twists. And the misconceptions.

The Bastard's Iberian Bride by Alina K. Field

This is brilliant and riveting. It's full of excitement, drama, mystery, intrigue, secrets and love. The characters are fascinating, disturbing and captivating. The storyline is intense and suspenseful. Bink is a self-made man, resentful of the titled father he's never met, and determined to stay his own man. Paulette is an orphan who is determined to find out about her parents, from her guardian, Binks father. He just wants to manipulate them. Both are compelled to put aside their own plans so that the other can live a better life. It turns out she's in danger and he needs to protect her. But from who? Everybody is suspect and the twists keep them spinning.

The Liberation of Miss de Bourgh by Cheryl Bolen

This is a sweet and romantic story. Charles is kind, caring, patient and charming. Anne is sweet and innocent. The storyline is heartwarming and the end is beautiful

The Longest Rodeo by Rye Hart

This is dramatic, intense and entertaining. Dean is loyal, stubborn and caring. Caroline is sweet, strong, kind and caring. The storyline is full of angst and tragedy. Some twists in the storyline will keep you wondering if things will work out right. It's very romantic and enjoyable. But it is not about a cowboy. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

The Mercenary Pirate by Katherine Bone

This is an intriguing and engrossing story. Selina is tough, stubborn and brave. Wolf is confident, rough and engaging. Wolf saves Selina from a rough situation and plans to lose her asap. But he has to fight with himself about what should take priority, her or his job. She's determined to make him help her. Then there is the mystery of why she and her brother were kidnapped, and why. It's a very interesting storyline, and the characters are captivating. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Cowboy's Heart by Vicki Lewis Thompson

This series keeps getting better, and the brothers keep getting more amazing. Bryce is my favorite McGavin, there's something so heart melting and sweet and captivating about him. He's a charming, romantic and engaging. Nicole is spunky and kind and caring. I laughed, I cried and I smiled. This is a feel good story about two special people. A must add to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Billionaire's Secret Seduction by Fiona Knightingale

This is a bit of a strange story. Frank is a playboy who is shy. Delpha is stubborn and naive. The storyline is interesting, but I didn't care for the characters much. Some of what Frank does is sweet and romantic, some is just weird. It also seemed to have almost as much of an epilogue as story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Grady Judd by Ciana Stone

This is a brilliant story that is full of laughter, tears, love and heartbreak. Grady and Charli are both emotionally damaged, each one believing that they are incapable of loving anyone. Both are the use them and leave them type, neither wanting any commitments. Then they meet, and both are knocked off balance. Grady is sweet, sometimes insufferable, and irresistible. Charli is tough, caring and vulnerable. I absolutely loved this story, especially the end. I recommend adding it to the top of your TBR list.

Heart of A Highlander by Emilia Ferguson

While I'm not impressed with the writing, this is a captivating story. Broderick isn't very bright. He is kind and caring and loyal. Amabel is strong, brave and forgiving. Broderick is marrying only to make an alliance with her uncle, but when he sees Amabel, he's attracted to her. Unfortunately guilt interferes. Her turns from his bride, then can't understand why she's aloof towards him. While Amabel wanted a love a match, she settles on her being a helpmate. The drama and intrigue heats up as Broderick seeks  his revenge. It's a good story with some fun characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Delay of Game by Lane Hart

This is an emotional yet funny story. It's full of love, laughter, romance, tears and engaging characters. Pax is amusing, bold, sweet and charming when he wants to be. Lathan is shy, vulnerable, confused and paranoid. Pax sees Lathan and decides that he will do whatever it takes to have him. Lathan is in confused denial about his sexual preference, and gets more confused by Pax. But Pax is patient and sweet, gradually breaking through Lathan's walls. But when Lathan refuses to come out, the drama skyrockets. It's an enjoyable and entertaining story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Ropin' A Romeo by Em Petrova

This is another fun story of the Boot Knockers. Bastian is captivating, confident, romantic and amusing. Lil is sassy, strong, independent and stubborn. Bastian is determined to have Lil, Lil is determined not to have him, or any Boot Knocker. When Bastian finally eggs Lil on enough to bet against a week in his bed, she loses. He does everything he can to romance her, to win her. It's an entertaining courtship because he's confidently cheeky and she's snarky. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Deeper He Hurts by Linda Aicher

This is a moving love story about love and forgiveness. It's not for everyone, there are some disturbing actions aspects to the storyline, but it is a captivating and romantic story. Asher is a nerdy sadist who is getting bored with life, and is tired of hiding who he is. Sawyer is a masochist who feels guilty about being alive when his whole family is dead. Sawyer takes a job to be close to Asher, and the sparks fly immediately. While Asher tries to resist Sawyer, Sawyer is determined to have Asher give him what he needs. As they slowly open up to each other, they are helping themselves and each other. It's a heartwarming and intriguing story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Bride For The Betrayed Earl by Bridget Barton

This an entertaining story that has some romance, suspense and drama in it. It's captivating and engrossing. Hunter is charming, loyal and nice. Emmeline is honest, caring and determined. They have an amusing and affable relationship, even though both have doubts about their feelings for each other, and others. It captures your attention from the beginning and keeps it until the last page. I hope there will be a book about Algernon, he's very personable. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.

Blaze by Teagan Kade

This is an entertaining story. It's engrossing, suspenseful, romantic and dramatic. Lacey is strong, determined, amusing and brave. Payton is cocky, charming and engaging. The storyline is exciting and suspenseful, the cast of characters is fun and likable. I very much enjoyed reading it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Mr. Anything by Emily Bishop

This is a sweet, sexy and romantic story. Shane is a workaholic, but when he needs to step away from his company temporarily, he learns that there's more to life than a job. Then he's torn between the company he loves and the woman he can't seem to forget. Fiona is snarky, sweet and stubborn. She doesn't want to like Shane, she just can't help it. The two go back and forth about what they want to do, both too stubborn to give. It's captivating and amusing and highly entertaining. I recommend putting it on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Held By A Highlander by Fiona McKellar

This is an engaging story that captures your attention from page one. Regina is spunky, smart, tough and entertaining. Alasdair is intriguing, he's a softie who has a hardness to him also. The Laird is very confusing, you can't tell how he really feels sometimes. And Michael is just plain creepy. I loved this story, it was hard to put down, and got better as it went. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Going Dark by Monica McCarty

This is an exciting and suspenseful story with characters who are intriguing and captivating. The story pulls you in and keeps you turning the pages. I loved the intense storyline, I couldn't wait to find out what happened next. I recommend putting this on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from First To Read. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.