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Daring Widow by Cerise DeLand

This is an interesting and intriguing storyline. The characters are very different from the usual lords and ladies, more forward thinking, less formal. Andre is a charming, romantic and determined man. Marianne is a strong, independent and stubborn woman. Andre falls for her immediately, but she wants nothing to do with any man. So he bides his time and becomes a friend to her, hoping to earn her trust. There is nothing conventional about their relationship, it's steamy, not completely secret and creative. There is some drama in the story, but it doesn't really affect Andre and Marianne. I enjoyed the story, even though it didn't keep my complete attention. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Roman's Choice by Rhonda Lee Carver

This is entertaining and romantic. The storyline is captivating and Roman and Pippa are likeable and fascinating. Roman is cocky, sweet, romantic, amusing and vulnerable. Pippa is shy, kind, stubborn and naive. There is an instant pull between them from the moment their eyes meet, but neither of them is ready to trust the others feelings. I really enjoyed reading this book and suggest that it be put on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Bank Robber's Baby hy Rachel Kane

This is sweet, amusing, entertaining and romantic. Travis is stubborn, caring and loyal. River is sweet, shy, naive and insecure. They are opposites in just about every way, but they're drawn to each other and make a good couple. Ray adds drama and angst to the storyline. I enjoyed reading it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Mr. Darcy's Kiss by Krista Lakes

This is full of sweetness and drama. Mr. Darcy is pompous, suspicious, intense, charming and sweet. Lizzie is caring, sweet and stubborn. Mr. Darcy is a real jerk in the beginning, but Lizzie softens his heart. In the end it's actually a very romantic story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Longest Shot by Amanda Horton

This is amusing, engrossing, entertaining and enjoyable. Leon is determined, romantic and sweet. Diane is stubborn, dedicated and insecure. Each has their own issues involving the opposite sex, neither trusts, but both are drawn to each other. It's a romantic story, but the dog really steals the show. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Highlanders Dilemma by Emilia Ferguson

This is dramatic and suspenseful. The storyline is interesting, yet irritating. The only character that I liked was Conn. He's sweet, brave and determined. Leona is weak, naive and foolish. Her mother is beyond duplicitous. The adventure that Conn and Leona have is filled with pain and misery. I really didn't enjoy it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Steam by MacKenzie Stowe

This is entertaining and amusing. Nate is a serious, determined and charming man. Eliza is tough, caring and vulnerable. Their romance begins with a sort of reacquaintance of friends. When fire ignites between them it catches them both by surprise. It turns out that Nate is really a sweet, romantic guy. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Rancher Daddy by Lexi Whitlow

This is romantic, steamy, sweet, dramatic and engrossing. Cam is cautious and insecure, yet strong and confident. Grace is sweet, caring, quiet and vulnerable. Cam wants a nanny only, not someone who would try to tangle him up with a relationship. But when Grace shows up, he's very drawn to her. Grace likes Cam, but was warned off. They have a complicated and stormy relationship, because neither can believe in forever. Emma is a little spitfire, she is smart, brave, confident and sweet. The storyline is filled with drama, love, tragedy, romance and special people. I loved it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

My Time With The Duke by Ardith Hunt

This is intriguing and romantic. Melissa transitions into Charlotte effortlessly. Her romance with Cecil is sweet and captivating. At times it was a little tedious, but it didn't take away from the storyline as a whole. Normally I prefer my time travel romances to be amusing, but I did like this one. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Angel Heart Publishing. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Rugged Texas Cowboy by Lora Leigh

These are completely opposite stories. Cowboy and The Captive is entertaining, and romantic. Luc is stubborn, frustrated and amusing. Melina is sweet, kind, naive and snarky. While Luc does kidnap Melina, he's not out to hurt her. And finds himself so confused about his feelings, he can't think, he just takes Joe's word as truth. If I was Melina, I wouldn't forgive Joe. Luc and Melina perfectly compliment each other, and are an entertaining couple. Cowboy and The Thief is not romantic, not entertaining and not enjoyable. Jack is a class a creep and Angel starts as an amusing, fire-breathing nice girl, but Jack quickly turns her into a slave. The lore of the necklace is fascinating, and even going with the same characters, but without the BDSM, it could be an amazing book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Texas Bride by Leigh Greenwood

This is amusing and dramatic. Owen is stubborn, bold, determined, funny and entertaining. Hetta is naive, easily led and stubborn. The conversations they have with themselves about love, fidelity and each other are fascinating, they try so hard to hate each that they're confused about why like like each other. I found Owen irresistible, just blindly doing and not knowing why. Add in the drama of rustlers and a traitor, and you have a great storyline. The supporting characters are lively and interesting. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Secret Scottish Christmas by Regan Walker

This is an interesting and entertaining story. Nash is chivalrous, reserved and sweet. Robbie is charming, bold and determined. Ailie is smart, independent, confident and carefree. The storyline has intrigue, romance, amusement and excitement. The interactions between characters is entertaining, sweet and warm. It's a great book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Van by Sawyer Bennett

This is a captivating and brilliant romance. Van is cold and unfeeling, but also intriguing and interesting. Simone is bold, stubborn, headstrong and caring. I found Simone very irritating in the beginning, but as she and Van spent more time together she chilled and became likable and sweet. I never disliked Van, there was always something about him that pulled at my heartstrings. They both turned into amazing people. This is a book that belongs on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Cowboy's Forgiveness by Sophia Ryan

This is an intense, emotional, heartbreaking and tragic story. When Josh was young he was sweet and romantic, but focused on his career. As an adult, he is hard, cold and unfeeling. When Charleigh was young she was vulnerable and alone. As an adult she's tough, determined and protective. Betrayal and hurt broke them up, bribes and need brought them together again. But neither is willing to forgive the other. It's dramatic and entertaining when Josh interacts Charleigh, and sweet how Josh interacts with Derrick. Derrick is a character, he's bright and bold determined. The story made me laugh and cry, feel angry, sad and frustrated. The more I read, the more I was drawn in, 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.

Dirty Sweet Cowboy by Jess Bentley

This is dramatic, intense and emotionally charged. Hawk was self-centered teen, and 10 years later he hasn't changed. He was in love with Parrish, but after their encounter after her graduation, he bailed. On everyone. Parrish always thought that her crush didn't know she existed, until that night. She was naive and sweet, and thought they had a future. Now 10 years later he's back, and they fight their feelings for each other while they fight like cats and dogs. But Parrish is not the same girl Hawk left behind. She's strong, independent, hardened and ticked off. Hawk comes back much the same as he left, but being around Parrish and his family changes him. He becomes sweet, caring, romantic and adorable. It's an engrossing and enjoyable story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Mr. Gray by Hazel Parker

This is steamy, exciting, amusing, sweet and romantic, but also with just a touch of disturbing violence. Gray is cocky, fascinating, sweet and charming. Kate is tough, bold, snarky and amusing. There's an instant spark between them, but they want to be friends so they fight it. Until Kate poses as Gray's girlfriend. It gets much more difficult after that. There is drama from a girl that doesn't give up getting Gray, and issues with Kate's ex. It's a fun and entertaining story. And I absolutely LOVE Gray's issue, and how completely changes. This is a great series. If you're a race fan, especially a Nascar fan, it's a little confusing. But it doesn't take away from the storyline. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Billionaire's Secrets by J.S. Scott

This is emotional, heartbreaking, intense, sweet, sexy and heartwarming. Zander is emotionally lost, angry and stubborn. He is also charming and romantic. Sam is caring, determined, optimistic and tough. She's also vulnerable and alone. A shocking and disturbing event takes place that draws Sam to Xander. She wants to help him through his grief because she went through something similar. She didn't expect it to be so hard to not get emotionally involved. He didn't think he deserved to be happy, he also thought that his scarred face would turn people away. As they heal and fall in love the story becomes sweet and romantic. It's one of the best books that I have read. Put it on the top of your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Goodreads. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Eligible Receivers by Lane Hart

This is steamy, romantic and fun. Cam and Nix are both extremely competitive, amusing, intense, captivating and likable. Kelsey is sweet, shy, caring and a bit stubborn. The dynamics between them are romantic, amusing and entertaining. It's a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining story that I couldn't put down. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Lady, The Duke and The Gentleman by Abby Ayles

This is a sometimes ridiculous, sometimes romantic, sometimes irritating story, the characters are confounding, odd and harsh, the storyline drags on a bit too long, BUT it's interesting and engrossing. The end was a little shocking and sad, but much better than I had anticipated. I really like Mr. Perry, he is charming and sweet. Antoinette is young, naive and unable to think for herself. Duke Godwin is impossible to figure out. So it's not a bad story, it's just a bit much. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Diana Adores The Puzzled Earl by Hanna Hamilton

This is romantic, interesting, amusing and entertaining. Robert is charming, romantic and engaging. Diana is loyal, stubborn, kind, sweet and generous. Geoffrey and Miriam are hilarious. Amelia and Ludlow are both stubborn and self-centered. The storyline is intriguing and the characters interact well with each other. It's a thoroughly enjoyable story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Close Contact by Lori Foster

This is a gripping and suspenseful romance. When Maxi needs help, she turns to Miles, a man she ran from after a few one night stands. While Miles is still mad about the past, he wants her. Maxi left him because her life was a mess, and it's worse now. She also doesn't think Miles could possibly want her when he could have anyone. Miles is tough, determined, bold, kind, amusing and romantic. Maxi is stubborn, strong, independent, sweet and caring. The storyline is full of intrigue and entertainment, it keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat. It's very hard to put down and belongs on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Daddy's Wild Friend by Charlize Starr

This is mysterious, heartwarming and steamy. Danny is interesting and likable. Charlotte is sweet and caring. Charlotte has just come back to town after 10 years and is amazed at what her father's rough friend has become. While they are attracted to each other, and have a hot night, Charlotte wants to just be friends. She doesn't think that her father would approve of them being together. Charlotte helps Danny uncover a mystery, and they attend a ball together. It's moving and romantic after that. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Heartbeat Reads. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Christmas At Dove Creek by Scarlett Dunn

This is a captivating, romantically sweet story of love, faith and compassion. The characters are each fascinating in their own way. Thorpe is kind, giving, stubborn and distrustful. Stone is tough, kind and gentle. Lily is independent, loyal, brave and caring, with a penchant for picking up strays. Isabelle is strong, determined and vulnerable. As they trek across the  country they face danger, of both body and heart, and learn to rely on each other. It's beautiful and brilliant. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Cowboy's Special Christmas by Barbara McMahon

This is so sweet and romantic. Cole is kind, easy going and charming. Jennifer is sweet, strong, determined and lonely. They meet at the grocery store, each getting their Thanksgiving dinner, and decide to eat together. They have a very easy, friendly rapport so they spend a lot of time together. Each had a bad breakup, each is wary, and each develops feelings. It's very romantic and warm, and the whole town encourages it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Unplanned Love by Roberta Capizzi

This is dramatic, heartbreaking and sweet. Kean is smart, loyal, family driven and vulnerable. Charli is determined, stubborn, wary and oblivious. They are attracted to each other, but they know she's leaving, so they agree to a physical only relationship. Kean ends up falling in love anyway, and Charli end up being confused about her feelings and future. And fate plays a role in the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Maggie On The Edge by Kasey Michaels

This is entertaining, suspenseful, intriguing and amusing. I love how Alex came to be, it's brilliant. Alex is a perfect "gentleman" hero of the past. He's gallant, charming and protective. Maggie is a bit of a scattering brain, but she's smart and interesting. The storyline is engrossing most of the time, but at times it does drags a bit. It doesn't take away from the story as a whole, it just slows you down a little from getting to the next good part. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

As The Devil Dares by Anna Harrington

This is entertaining, romantic and dramatic. Robert is stubborn, determined, obsessed and charming. Mariah is stubborn, bold, kind, caring and sweet. Both Robert and Mariah want a share of Winslow Shipping, Robert to prove himself, Mariah because she loves the company. Robert will do anything to get a share, and Mariah's father will do anything to get her married, so they make a deal, her marriage for a share. But Robert didn't take into consideration that he might actually like Mariah. They fight like cats and dogs until the sparks turn into flames and they combust. It's a thoroughly captivating and enjoyable story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Untamed Trails by Bonnie R. Paulson

This a beautiful way to end this series, it's romantic, sweet and dramatic. Nate finally faces his loss, and admits to himself how much he misses his family. Lily is a survivor, but she's been lonely and depressed since her husband died. Nate comes along and helps her straighten out her house and land, and his life. Nate has grown up in the years he's been gone, he's become calmer and less selfish. I can't recommend this series enough, it's romantic, emotional and entertaining. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Christmas Daddy Next Door by Tia Siren

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is dramatic, steamy, sweet and emotional. Will is a loving and caring dad, sweet, oblivious and insecure. Ella is kind, caring, determined and vulnerable. They start as neighbors, then Ella becomes Wills babysitter, then his lover and finally his complicating and confusing relationship. Ella has has a crush on Will for a while, but his hot and cold streaks hurt and confuse her. A couple of very dramatic events take place that change their lives and make them both think about what they really want from each other. It's not an exciting story, but it is enjoyable and sweet.

Highland Ruse by Madeline Martin

This is amusing, dramatic, entertaining and romantic. Kaid is a tortured soul, he watched his people get slaughtered and now desperately seeks peace. He regrets that he needs to ransom an innocent woman to achieve it, but he'll do whatever it takes. He's already a caring and sensitive man, and then he finds that he likes Delilah more than he should. Delilah is spunky, brave and insecure. She's also a woman of conviction, a woman who finds herself sympathizing with the man who kidnapped her. There is love, heartache, laughter, drama and suspense in the storyline. It was so gripping that I had to read it in one sitting, and finished well past bedtime. It should be added to your TBR list, right now. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Coming Off The Bench by Autumn Avery

This is sexy, romantic and sweet. Tommy is cocky, amusing and entertaining. Grace is sweet, naive and curious. Tommy is instantly intrigued by Grace when she shoots him down, and doesn't know who he is. Grace gets one look at naked Tommy and can't stop thinking about him. She keeps trying to stay away, he keeps trying to get close. Once they they get together they can't stay away from each other. Some drama helps solidify their relationship, and they make a cute couple. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Wrong Bride by Natalie Dean

This is a sweet and intriguing story. The characters are likable and interesting, and the storyline is heartwarming. There are a lot of descriptions of things that didn't need to be so in depth, but it doesn't detract from the story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

To Marry A Texas Outlaw by Linda Broday

This is exciting, dramatic, romantic, gripping and suspenseful. And a tearjerker towards the end. Luke is honorable, caring and insecure. He has a huge heart that he won't let people in to, but can't help feeling for others. Josie is stubborn, headstrong, scrappy and determined. The Legends are a captivating family, a strong family who always have each others backs. The storylines are intense, with twists and surprises and heartache. I absolutely loved this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Third Son's A Charm by Shana Galen

This is charming, romantic, engrossing and just amusing enough that it catches you off guard. Ewan is a strong and silent, yet bold, honest and vulnerable man with a dry sense of humor. Lorraine is an easily excitable, talkative, impulsive and brave woman. While hired to protect Lorraine, Ewan is also seeking to take his cousin down. The harder Ewan tries to dissuade Lorraine from eloping, the more frustrated and fascinated she becomes with him. And he has not a clue why he feels the need to pound every man who dances with her. This was really hard to put down once I started it, I couldn't wait to see what Ewan would do next to foil Lorraine. This is a must add to 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.

Forbidden Touch by Autumn Avery

This is short, steamy and sweet. Tanner is confident, charming and tough. Jenny is bold, stubborn and naive. The minute he walks in the door after being gone for years, Jenny teases Tanner unmercifully. She wants him, she means to have him, and she gets him. It's an engrossing story with a dramatic twist at the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Her Father's Protector by Fiona McKellar

This is an exciting, dramatic and suspenseful story. It was brilliant right up until the end. The end is shocking and leaves important questions unanswered. Camy is a mild mannered, stoic young lady. Mathou is a smart, brave and mysterious. It's a very different kind of story, and it captured my complete attention. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.