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In The Midnight Hour by Debor

This is captivatingly sexy, romantic, sweet, sad and amusing. Damon is tough, stubborn, sweet and intriguing. Haley is selfless, determined, kind, caring and sweet. The storyline is heartbreaking and romantic. They meet at the hospital where Damon's mother is dying. Haley learns about his care for his mother, about the massages he gives her and she wants to learn more so that she can apply it to other people. They are both lonely and drawn to each other, that when they try to get together for lessons, they end up in bed. The problem is that Haley no longer believes in HEA, and Damon thinks that he's too broken to have any real relationship. Their interactions with each other are intense, sweet and sensitive. It's a book that belongs on the top of your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Damsel For The Mysterious Duke by Bridget Barton

This is a captivating, suspenseful and romantic story. Sammy is unsure, sweet, charming and engaging. Georgina is determined, loyal and kind. When Sammy sees Georgina for the first time in years, he's very happy, but also afraid that if she finds out that he is the former servant and friend from childhood, she could ruin his life. But she's just happy to find him again. Their friendship becomes a search for his past that is twisted and filled with tragedy. I couldn't put the book down trying to figure out who he really was. It's a brilliant and intriguing, and the characters vary from very sweet and charming, to evil. I highly recommend adding it your TBR list.

A Broken Hearts Redemption by Abby Ayles

This is an entertaining story with a lot of dialogue, not much action. I did not like any of the characters, the things they said and did made no sense. Andrew was the most believable character, he was sweet and amusing underneath the coldness. Lucy was immature, dramatic, weak and just dumb. The parents are pompous, controlling, useless and unfeeling. So, intriguing storyline, unlikable characters and too simple writing. But also not completely terrible.

Mail Order Bride by Barbara McMahon

This is dramatic and interesting. Blake is stubborn, frustrated, reserved and a bit shy. Julianne is determined, caring and vulnerable. Shell is angry and unsure. Loni is a dreamer, who won't let anything get in her way. Together hey are a houseful of lonely people trying to become a family. Everyone is in love and everyone is frustrated with the one they love. And Julianne does everything she can to keep them together. It has a few surprises in the storyline, and a HEA. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Devil In Scotland by Suzanne Enoch

This is sweet, sad, intriguing and suspenseful. Calling is stubborn, angry, cold and suspicious. Rebecca is cold, naive and headstrong. 10 years after being run out of the country, Callum is back for revenge. But he finds himself fighting his old feelings for her. She wants nothing to do with him, but can't help her self the feelings being around him. It's a thoroughly enjoyable read and I loved the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Acting Duke by Cathy Duke

This is brilliant. It's romantic, exciting, suspenseful and funny. Sebastian is the typical stoic duke until he sets eyes on Hallie. She instantly captivates him and turns him into a man who is charming, amusing, and playful. Hallie is brave, rash, bold, sassy and stubborn. They are quite the pair. He can't stay away from her, she doesn't understand why he makes her feel funny. Sebastian pretended to be is twin as a lark, and got caught up in Hallie. Hallie wanted her father to be distracted, but found herself distracted instead. Alex, Garrett and Iris add comic relief and drama to the storyline. This is my first book by this author, but it definitely won't be my last. Add it to your TBR list today.

Snatching The Bride by Elliee Atkinson

This is an entertaining story. Kenny is a sneaky hero. He's kind and caring, and he's a gentleman. Becky is a quiet, sweet and emotionally abused woman. When Kenny steps in to rescue Becky, the whole town gets behind him. There's more conversation than action, but it's a captivating story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Surrender by Joan Johnston

This has so much going on. There's romance, suspense, drama, angst, secrets and anger. It's a serious feud between two families, with a lot of twists and surprises. Brian can be coldhearted and rash, but he can also be sweet, caring, amusing and thoughtful. Taylor is insecure, stubborn, brave and determined. The rest of the characters are intense and emotionally charged. The storyline is intriguing and entertaining, and crazy. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Scandal By Any Other Name by Kimberly Bell

This is interesting, sweet, romantic, amusing and engrossing. Jasper is charming, funny, romantic and insecure. Julia is brave, bold and stubborn. Almost from the minute they meet, Julia is determined to seduce Jasper. He's her only chance at romance. But of course the irresponsible rake decides to be a gentleman with her. He's determined that they marry, she's determined to just have a fling. They end up playing a game of who's going to get their way. Then the real drama and twists begin. It's an amazing story and 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.

Rock- A -Bye by Rachel Kane

This is steamy, dramatic and sweet. Evan is a playboy who gets the rug pulled out from under him. Simon is the man who can help. Simon's calm temperament and reliability help Evan prove himself. And finds the responsible, caring and sweet guy underneath. But Evan's uncle does everything he can to destroy his confidence. It's a really great story that I enjoyed. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Built For Speed by Declan Rhodes

This is sweet, interesting and dramatic. Lucas is very stubborn, romantic and sensitive. James is funny, confident and impatient. They have a tumultuous relationship from the start, because they both think that they're right. They're cute and romantic when they're getting along, but stubborn and sullen when they're not. Jordi adds an extra, amusing dynamic to the story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Se7en Deadly SEALs by Alana Albertson

This is an exciting, gripping and suspenseful story. With some real twists. Grant is stubborn, confused, angry and bitter. Mia is stubborn, determined, headstrong and naive. It's hard to review without giving spoilers. So I will just say that this is a brilliantly written, captivating story that you shouldn't start unless you have time to finish it all at once. Absolutely do add it to your TBR list. At the top, the next book you read. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Dream of A Duchess by Linda Rae Sande

This is a story of romance as much as it is a story of cowardice, lies, neglect and betrayal. Octavius is obsessed with the past. He's a nice enough guy, if a little clueless. He's kind and honorable. David is a sleazy coward with no redeeming qualities, even in the end I can't like him. Isabella is sweet, smart, determined and confident. My favorite character is actually Daniel. There's not much I can say about why I don't like the characters without ruining the story. It's not a bad storyline, it's kind of intriguing, but the timeline is very long. I still recommend it because it is interesting. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

McKee's Ghost by Anita Philmar

This is a amusing and intriguing story. Konnor is determined, amusing, bold and entertaining. Ruth is kind, caring, stubborn and insecure. The second Konnor sets eyes on Ruth he starts trying to get her to marry him. And he has a serious one track mind. Ruth finds herself fighting her feelings for Konnor, she's had her heart broken by men who run when they find out that she actually does talk to ghosts. Nettie is hilariously entertaining and determined. There's a twist to the story that the naughty ghost is responsible for. It's a captivating story that will keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

First Time Around by Declan Rhodes

This is interesting, sweet and romantic. Daniel is confident, determined and confused. Mark is sweet, caring and thoughtful. Mark's patience is exactly what Daniel needs to explore his desires and confusion. While not everything goes smoothly for them, they are a fun and romantic couple. The storyline and the characters make for a captivating story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Highlander's Awakening by Emilia Ferguson

This is romantic and sweet, with some interesting drama. Brodgar is sensitive, strong and loyal. Ettie is shy, quiet and smart. The storyline is romantic and suspenseful and heartwarming. I loved the book, but I have issues with the writing. The speech between characters is often awkward and stiff, and overly formal at times and very informal at others. It's enough to make me stop and wonder at it, but it doesn't detract from the actual story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Bridesmaid For Hire by Chance Carter

This is romantic, dramatic, amusing and entertaining. Levi is condescending, cold and rude. And stubborn. Frankie is perpetually happy and optimistic, sweet and kind. They meet when Levi's future sister-in-law hires Frankie to plan her wedding and act as bridesmaid. Levi thinks she's a fake manipulator, pretending to be a friend to Val. He doesn't trust Val either. Stranded together during a bad snowstorm, they "work out" their differences. What happens from there proves just how stubborn and jaded they are, but it has the most romantic ending. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Crossed In Love by Patricia Rice

This is amazing, I loved all of the stories. The storylines are captivating, sweet and romantic and the characters are likable, endearing and charming. I  could read 100 more stories just like these. They completely draw you in so that you become emotionally invested in the characters. The men in these stories are especially hard to resist. Put this at the top of your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Held By The Dom by Lucy Wild

This is hot, sexy and amusing. Fiona is broke, unemployed, overwhelmed and a little depressed. When she shows up at a party with an invitation meant for someone else, she stubbornly refuses to admit her deceit. Arthur is bored, rich and looking for excitement. He plans a party and expects a special guest. He is totally amazed by Fiona's acting ability and is having an amazing time. Fiona learns that she likes what he does, and is mortified. I loved this. Fiona is brave and bold while Arthur is like a child on Christmas Day. It's highly entertaining. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Husband Hunters Guide To London by Kate Moore

This is amusing, entertaining, engrossing and romantic. Hazelwood is determined, charismatic, amusing and confident. Jane is smart, stubborn, headstrong and sneaky. Hazelwood uses his charm to get close to Jane, who has info the Russians want, so that he can keep her and the info safe. Jane allows him to think she's going along with him, by husband hunting, while she has her own agenda. The storyline is full of suspense, intrigue, laughs and mystery. I was drawn in from the first page and kept on the edge of my seat until the last page. It should be added to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Goodreads. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Duke of Ice by Darcy Burke

This is full of drama, angst, amusement and caring. Nick is emotionally closed off, with good reason. But underneath the ice there is a charming, amusing and sweet man. Violet is kind, caring, independent and strong. Nick and Violet met, fell in love, then were torn apart. Now, years later they meet again at a party Nick didn't want to attend. The storyline is engrossing, sad and romantic. The characters are captivating, Nick and Simon are very entertaining together Violet and Simon are fun and Nick and Violet are intense. You can't help feeling very frustrated for each character and their issues. I enjoyed reading this, and am looking forward to reading about Simon. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Protected By The Lawman by Rhonda Lee Carver

This is suspenseful, dramatic and romantic. Phoenix is dedicated, noble, caring and thoughtful. Ria is independent, stubborn, tough and insecure. Phoenix sees Ria in a bar and is instantly intrigued. While they dance they both feel intense attraction and a pull. When Ria needs protection, Phoenix hides her away. She tries to push him away, he decides that he wants to go slow. They get to know each other, and trust each other, while solving a crime together. It's so good that I couldn't put it down. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Wicked In A Kilt by Anna Durand

This is romantic, entertaining and sweet. Aiden is absolutely adorable. He is cocky and confident, yet charming and irresistible. Calli is insecure, stubborn and loyal. I have to say I really loved Aiden, he's so sure he going to get exactly what he wants, yet vulnerable enough to use folklore and ideas that someone else used when they fell in love. And it comes off as sweetly romantic. There is a twist that arises that throws them both for a loop. And there's a romantic twist that is amusing. I can't wait to see what happens to Rory. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Dangerous In A Kilt by Anna Durand

This hot, romantic, funny and full of surprises. Lachlan was not who I thought he was, he was worse and better. He's charming, mysterious, captivating and amusing. Erica is naive, unsure, resigned and sweet. The storyline has angst and betrayal as the lead, but there's romance and sweetness and comedy also. It is such a gripping story that I couldn't put it down. This book needs to be added to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from AXP. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Rogue Is Back In Town by Anna Bennett

This is captivating, dramatic, amusing and romantic. Sam is cocky, determined, sweet and irresistible. Julie is naive, stubborn, dedicated and caring. Sam roars into Julie's life at the behest of his brother, Sam needs to prove he's useful by evicting her and her uncle. But she insists that he can't, that his brother doesn't own their home. Battle lines are drawn and the war if Wilson begins. Only Sam starts to have feelings Julie, and starts thinking that his brother is in the wrong, so he decides he is going to help her. She doesn't make it easy though. She can't decide if she likes him or his brother. The love triangle gets more intense as the days go by, and more confusing for both Sam and Julie. It's a great story, and one of the characters has a very amusing issue. I recommend adding it to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Good, The Bad and The Scandalous by Cora Lee

This is intriguing, suspenseful and romantic. Hart is a nerd at heart. He's smart, sweet, honorable, compassionate and cheeky. Sarah is also a nerd, and she is demure, smart, kind and sweet. What starts as a misunderstanding, ends in a wedding. Hart vows to protect Sarah from a threat so after they marry they hide in the country. While together in hiding they learn about each other, and fall in love. Meanwhile the threat follows them. This has a brilliant storyline and very charming characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Protecting Her Heart by Chance Carter

This is hot and entertaining. Luke is cocky, charming and loyal, and he's also in denial. Mimi is stubborn, foolish, weak and dumb. Between her own misgivings and Luke's pointed comparisons, Mimi should have run from Arran as fast as she could, but she doesn't. Their once solid friendship becomes confusing and not so friendly after Luke agrees to be Mimi's wingman. It's definitely an intriguing storyline. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Forsaken Falls by Shirleen Davies

This is suspenseful, sweet and romantic. Wyatt has been emotionally crushed and left alone. He doesn't think that he's good enough for Nora, but something inside him won't let him just walk away. He's not a big talker, or any good at it, and that causes issues. But he is caring, noble and intense. Nora is sweet, naive and emotionally damaged. A sweet romance blooms between them, but each thinks that the other deserves better. It takes a little bit of drama to get them to admit their feelings, but the journey is entertaining. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Something About The Bounty Hunter by Em Petrova

This is steamy, romantic, dramatic and suspenseful. Wes is tough, determined, lost, loyal and respectful. Stormy is sweet, naive, stubborn and bold. Wes gets drawn in to the club because of his search for his father, and because the minute he sets eyes on Stormy he wants her. But he also has a completely different life at his family's ranch, and being a bounty hunter. While he's torn between his worlds, a couple of twists, and a couple of challenges come up. The storyline grabs your attention and keeps you turning the pages. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Jasper Jacks by Ciana Stone

This is gripping, suspenseful, heartbreaking and romantic. Jasper is frustrated, angry, impatient and cheeky. Etta is patient, caring, conflicted and honorable. The relationship between JJ and Etta is fraught with conflicting emotions and confusion. The relationship between Etta and Deacon is sweet and gives them both stability in their lives. The storyline has a twist or two that are interesting and entertaining. The characters and center add a new depth and charm to an already amazing town. I really enjoyed this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Cooper by Hazel Parker

This is amusing and romantic. Cooper is charming, charismatic, entertaining and irresistible. Sara is stubborn, insecure and responsible. The relationship is full of excitement and romance, but he takes it much more seriously than her. There is a missed opportunity for more drama and suspense during the Daytona 500, but other than that I really enjoyed it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Forever With The SEAL by Amy Gamet

This is dramatic, suspenseful and exciting. Hawk is intense, focused, emotional and caring. Olivia is strong and brave, but also insecure. The storyline is quick and straight to point, but with a twist or two. I hope these guys keep coming, I love their stories. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Magic Spark by Sara Dobie, Bauer Em, Shotwell, and Wendy Sparrow

These are intriguing stories that captivate the imagination. They don't all end in this book, they get you totally hooked, then say to be continued. I did love the storylines and characters, they are interesting and thoughtful. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the authors. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Duke's Broken Heart by Abigail Aga

This is entertaining and fun, but the author takes much of the suspense away by giving away the answer before the question is asked. Phin is a quiet introvert who just wants to be left alone, until he meets Charlotte. Charlotte is outgoing and loves to be around people. Phin is drawn to her vivacious personality and she's drawn to his calm demeanor. All goes well until rumors about him start circulating and she decides that she can't align herself with his poor reputation. The drama and friends make an enjoyable story and the end was an amusing twist.

Cowboy Stole My Heart by Soraya Lane

This a beautiful story of love, heartbreak and tragedy. Sam is kind, caring and charming, but emotionally closed off. Mia is tough, sweet and determined. They aggravate each other when they meet, but gradually bond over a horse. Their relationship is romantic and fun at the beginning, but the closer Mia gets, the further Sam wants to run. They are both sweet, caring people who are hurt by the pasts, but they bring out the best in each other. It's a captivating storyline that will pull at your heartstrings. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Charming Calvaryman For Clementine by Hanna Hamilton

This is more a history lesson than a romance story. The is very little interaction between the hero and heroine, and most of the story is about what is going on with the war. The characters are strong and interesting, the storyline is dramatic and intriguing and the end is satisfying. Stirling is strong, honorable, brave and romantic. Clementine is bold, determined, strong and caring. I liked the story, but would have preferred more romance, less war. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Ivan by Lane Hart

This is exciting, amusing, gripping and romantic. Ivan is a shy, insecure but tough guy. Maylin is an innocent and vulnerable girl who is loyal to her father. After Ivan mistakes Maylin for a strip club girl, and then finds out she's to be forcefully married to the man who killed his mother, he takes upon himself to save her. Throughout the drama that unfolds, they fall in love. The storyline is intriguing and captivating, with twists that you never see coming. I didn't put it down, I couldn't wait to see how it ended. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Baby Favor by Chance Carter

This is a steamy, fun, romantic story. Derek is charming, caring and determined. Amy is sweet, kind and shy. Derek is struck speechless when Amy walks into his office. When they run into each other that night, they can't keep their hands off each other, so Derek comes up with a plan to keep her by his side. Amy happily agrees to the plan, thinking it will be fun to have a fling with a man she could never have for real. But things don't work out the way they planned and nothing goes as expected, not between them, and not with Derek's father. Some things are entertaining, some are sad, but all are intriguing. It's an enjoyable story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Cowboy's Kiss by Vicki Lewis Thompson

This is romantic, engrossing and very funny. Luke is charming, sweet, amusing and sexy. Abigail is kind, caring, a little irresponsible and tough. But Delilah is my favorite character. There's something about Luke that is special, it's nothing that sticks out, just his whole personality. The storyline is moving, interesting and entertaining, I loved it. The books in this series get better and better. I hope Kendra gets one. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Billionaire's Game by Summer Cooper

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.This is dramatic and amusing. Magnus is sweet, charming, romantic, nerdy and captivating. Lesli is insecure, stubborn, confused and smart. Poor Magnus falls for Lesli as soon as he sees her, but she fights him and her feelings tooth and nail. The more he tries to convince her to give them a chance, the more she viscously hurts him. It's very easy to like Magnus, Lesli not so much. Their relationship is a little steamy, a little amusing and a little sad.

Dirty Daddy by Ellie Wild

This is steamy, entertaining and romantic. Foster is an arrogant player until he meets Ella and without conscious thought he turns into a arrogant caring, kind, amusing and sweet guy. Ella is strong, independent and determined. She is drawn to Foster, but is turned off by his reputation and actions. He becomes completely captivated by her and finds himself doing whatever it takes to have her as his own. It's a really entertaining story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Your Book Boyfriend. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Hugh's Chase by Rhonda Lee Carver

This is dramatic, romantic and amusing. Hugh is serious, caring and honorable. Adira is vulnerable, independent and tough. They fight their attraction from the minute their eyes meet, for different reasons. The story is full of action and has some interesting twists. It's a great story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest  and voluntary opinion of it.

My Lady Governess by Elise Clarke

This is brilliant. It's romantic, funny and captivating. Tam is a cold, pompous, prideful and condescending man, but he's extremely likable. He is honorable and chivalrous, which isn't always a good thing. As a whole, he comes off as adorable. Marina is strong, stubborn, snarky and spunky. He's no match for her wits. The storyline is amusing, the characters are entertaining and the end is absolutely fantastic. 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.

The Heiress's Deception by Christi Caldwell

This is a captivating story that is heartbreaking and romantic. Calum is tough, loyal, cautious and responsible. Eve is vulnerable, determined, brave, kind and caring. They were friends as children, until Calum was betrayed by Eve. Then he hated her, and she was guilt ridden. 17 years later fate throws them together again, only he doesn't recognize her. Calum fights his feelings for Eve, because after having once been betrayed by a friend, he doesn't trust easily. Eve hides her feelings for Calum because she feels like she doesn't deserve him. They have an up and down, friends and foes relationship that is both beautiful and sad. Eve's brother adds some serious drama to their lives, as does Calum's family. This is a definite must add to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Lord Meets His Lady by Gina Conkle

This is dramatic, suspenseful and romantic. Marcus is a rakehell who drinks and gambles to excess. When he's banished from London he decides to turn his life around, and meeting Genevieve makes it easier. He becomes a very charming, amusing and responsible person. Genevieve is a tough but vulnerable woman who was raised in a bawdy theater and has left London to better her life. When she finds herself attracted to Marcus, she steels herself against him. Marcus has to slowly break down her walls, while becoming the kind of man she needs. Genevieve is also being hunted by a man who believes that he owns her. There is all sorts of drama and mystery involving him. I loved Marcus and Genevieve and their story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Earl of Wainthorpe by Collette Cameron

This is sweet, romantic and funny. Pierce is charming, chivalrous, romantic and patient. Bianca is stubborn, independent, naive and entertaining. Pierce decides to rescue Bianca from her cousin, whether she wants him to or not. That means basically kidnapping her and holding her in hiding. She has him confused and baffled about what he feels, he only knows that he wants her. What she wants more than anything is her independence. And maybe him later. So the game of cat and mouse begins, ands is very entertaining and romantic. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.