RAVENSDALE'S DEFIANT CAPTIVE by Melanie Milburne

Author Melanie Milburne delivers a full on entertaining story in Ravensdale’s Defiant Captive. Reading this brand-new novel has been a wonderful experience! The first book in Ms. Milburne’s new series: Ravensdale Scandals will grip from page one. This engrossing tale will take you out for a drama filled spin. You will be breathlessly satisfied throughout the novel. High-octane drama, lots of feisty attitude, spot-on dialogue and well developed characters will get under your skin. The heroine, Holly Perez, is a breath of fresh air. Her entire life has been jarred and broken. I loved her attitude, her personality. She is wicked in a naughty, fun-loving way. The hero, Julius Ravensdale, is gorgeous and the perfect alpha as much as he is kind, considerate and hot. I must say that the chemistry between him and Holly explodes between the pages. I think this novel might be my favorite MM Harlequin Presents!

Highly Recommended

ONE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Susan Carlisle

Susan Carlisle’s latest emotionally charged medical romance One Night Before Christmas is a short and absorbing read. It doesn’t linger much on the medical angle but the story is sustained with the drama in the lives of the characters. Football also plays a key point in keeping the book interesting. Dr. Dalton Reynolds travels to New York to evaluate a patient. He arrives with determination to finish the job and leave as soon as he is done. But he does not expect distraction in the form of Dr. Melanie Hyde. Even though their initial meeting had not gone so well, fate brings them together under unexpected circumstances. But with the baggage they both carry, Melanie and Dalton finds comfort in each other’s arms…(I don’t want to give any spoilers here.)

A good story that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. I read it in less than six hours!

Recommended

HER CHRISTMAS BABY BUMP by Robin Gianna

I’ve always marveled at the wonders of IVF. No amount of research or reading material could enlighten me on such a thing. I will forever be amazed and even though I have never met anyone who has gone through with the process or thinking of going through with the process, I was glad to have met Hope Sanders. You see, Hope is a midwife and she is thinking of having a baby using IVF. What makes a single woman chose such a path? This character Hope answers many of my questions. She gives me insight into her life, her thoughts, her fears and her weaknesses. She sheds light on her love life or lack thereof. She is strong and she is thinks with her head. I love how brave she is when she faces the world yet deep down there is a part of her that is incomplete. A baby will fill the void. Only one man could make her double think… I view Dr. Aaron Cartwright as a man who thinks long and hard before he attempts to do anything in his life. He is not an introvert but he loves keeping to himself. He knows Hope just by seeing her in the hospital corridors. One day the two of them gets close. Their chemistry ratio explodes. They have a fling. But Aaron is one man who is allergic to long relationships. But with unexpected turn of events he might just need to reconsider his priorities…

(I tried as hard as possible not to give away any spoilers but all I can say is that Aaron and Hope get the HEA they deserve!)

Her Christmas Baby Bump is a deeply touching, deeply moving story. It is about two people who have had to carry heavy burdens in their past but through their current relationship builds something strong and lasting. This newly blossoming relationship will carry them through into the future and give them the love they need to remain strong and happy.

A CHRISTMAS VOW OF SEDUCTION by Maisey Yates

Maisey Yates has hit the nail hard on the head in A Christmas Vow of Seduction. I couldn’t resist the temptation, the angst, the drama and the sexy times. This book is sugar rush to my brain. HOT AND SWEET.

Recommended

WHEN THE RIGHT ONE COMES ALONG by Kate James

Author Kate James’ WHEN THE RIGHT ONE COMES ALONG brims with emotional intensity. It is an emotional rollercoaster ride! Brilliant writing transports readers into a sentimental place filled with deeply moving moments of spell-binding drama and heartbreak which is eventually healed with a balm called love. Keep a box of tissues close-by because the characters’ journey in this beautifully written story will have you wiping a tear or two.

Calen Palmer is seriously injured when he and his canine partner Scout, put themselves in harm’s way to save victims from a massive earthquake that hit San Diego. He is sent to Ocean Crest Hospital for treatment where he is cared for by Jessica Hansen, a trauma surgeon.

By doctor’s orders, he must stay off his feet for a few weeks but what happens to Scout? His canine friend needs his exercise. So Cal asks his brother Drew to help out with Scout, but the dog is rambunctious and Drew has no other choice but to return Scout to Cal. Cal recalls the way Jessica and Scout had bonded, so he decides to ask her for her help. She agrees to helping out with Scout and so a friendship builds.

Cal and Jessica become more than just acquaintances, but as always, obstacles block them from reaching their HEA. If they desire a lasting, forever-after life together, they must solve the problems standing in their way.

Ms. James’ novel draws you in from page one, and leaves you feeling happy and then tormented as the crisis point breaks but eventually she brings her characters together in the most beautiful and deserving way. This is one Harlequin Heartwarming story you should not miss!

Highly Recommended

GIFT-WRAPPED IN HER WEDDING DRESS by Kandy Shepherd

Who doesn’t love Christmas stories where mishaps and wrong decisions bring unexpected, polar opposite couples together? I sure do. Gift-Wrapped in Her Wedding Dress is one such story. I must praise author Kandy Shepherd for her simple yet beautiful prose. Easy reading is hard writing or so someone said. I like the entire setup. The characters were fun, the story-line spot on and the dialogue engaging. Gift-Wrapped in Her Wedding Dress tells the story of billionaire Dominic Hunt, a scrooge who doesn’t do Christmas and Andie Newman a soft-hearted, spunky woman who revels in everything about the Christmas season. Andie is hired to organize a party for Dominic during the Christmas season. But Dominic has his own agenda hosting this party. He needs to clean up his public image and he very well may be a control freak. But meeting Andie, working with Andie, having Andie’s opinions to guide him, Dominic doesn’t expect to lose his heart in the process. As the story unravels, the reason behind Dominic’s scrooge attitude comes to light—his pain—and this garners my compassion towards him. Andie heals the void deep in his heart, and his soul. Her touch, her kindness, her soothing words, her friendly tone, her simplicity envelopes him and just like the scrooge, Dominic finally accepts the season for what it is: a time to love, a time to share, a time to be happy, a time to be mellow, joyful and thankful, sharing every moment with family and friends.

Gift-Wrapped in Her Wedding Dress is a well-written, solid book with just the right touch of Christmas to add the glitter on top!

Recommended
4.5 Stars

THE PLAYBOY OF ARGENTINA by Bella Frances

THE PLAYBOY OF ARGENTINA by Bella Frances is engrossing, sexy and funny in its own sophisticated way. The characters are likable and full of life. Rocco ‘Hurricane’ Hermida is full of himself at times that I sometimes wish I could smack him hard. Although in end he however wins me over with his chivalrous ways. And what’s not to love about Francesca Ryan aka Frankie? I enjoyed her inward banter as much as I enjoyed the banter between her and Rocco. She deserves to be loved after all she has had to endure over the years. I am happy to have met her. With engaging and believable dialogue, vividly scenic descriptions, a splash of Argentinean lingo and phrases interspersed throughout the story and a plot with enough twists to sustain the story, makes this page-turning Modern novel one of my favorites!

Overall, The Playboy of Argentina is an explosive read, guaranteed to keep you riveted!

Highly Recommended
5/5 Stars

WARRIOR ALPHA by Carole Mortimer

Warrior Alpha by Carole Mortimer – Hot. Suspenseful. Romantically intriguing. Dramatic. And marvelously good. Warrior Alpha by Carole Mortimer will blow you away. Nikolai is not your typical bad boy. Head of security for a top man in the Russian underworld, he plays with danger as if it were some innocent act of chivalry but he knows too well that when you play with fire, you get burn. Someone is out to take him out for good, so it is only wise for him to hire a personal security detail. However the last person he’d want to ensure his safety is a woman bodyguard! Daisy is no wallflower. She is a kickass lady who knows how to do her job and do it well at that too. But when it comes to working with sexy Nikolai, a raging fire ignites within her veins and the sizzling attraction between her and her boss only adds fuel to this fire!

Dangerously HOT!

Recommended

AN INNOCENT ABROAD by Romy Sommer

An Innocent Abroad by Romy Sommers – Great Story, lovable characters, beautiful scenic descriptions and a fast-paced plot thoroughly created in such a way that it brings out the true to life personality in the characters and guaranteed to have you rooting for them from start to finish. I thoroughly enjoyed this short and sweet historical romance and would most certainly recommend it to readers who enjoy reading the Historical Romance genre.

DEAR JULIA by Romy Sommer

Dear Julia by Romy Sommer is a mesmerizing historical story, with a warm and welcoming setting and lovable characters that captures your attention from page one. Ms. Sommer has just found herself a new fan! Can’t wait to see what she brings out next. 

Recommended.

TALOS CLAIMS HIS VIRGIN by Michelle Smart

If I had to choose one of my favorite Michelle Smart book I’d pick up Talos Claims His Virgin. The first book in the Kalliakis Crown trilogy has taken me on an entertaining journey. Ms. Smart paints a scenic picture from page one. The characters are likable and well-developed. So much that they jump right out at you. I personally love the way the author reveals the characters’ back-story…a little bit at a time. This fuels the urge to keep reading. The plot is intricately woven in such a way that you cannot put the book down. Talos, the hero is one heck of an alpha. He is arrogant, funny, broody and emotional all wrapped in one. But deep down Talos carries a heavy burden, the cause being a not so perfect childhood. Amalie Cartwright, the heroine, is feisty, strong and funny at times as much as she is a brilliant violinist. But she has fears like anyone else. Those fears are so big but Talos makes it his duty to help her overcome it. But being so close to each other ignites a flame that turns into a full-on blaze and it is not before long that they are in each other’s arms.

Overall, Talos Claims His Virgin by Michelle Smart is a good story that leaves you breathlessly satisfied. I’d recommend it to all romance readers.

Highly Recommended
5 Stars

A BABY TO BIND THEM by Susanne Hampton

A BABY TO BIND THEM by Susanne Hampton A Baby to Bind Them by Susanne Hampton is beautiful and passionate. The characters are three-dimensional. Each has flaws and issues. Yet they command attention. The story draws you in from page one. The medical drama creates dimension. This gives the story purpose. Jade Grant, the heroine, is smart and lovable. She spends her life helping others. You have to love her. But her niece changes her life’s course. This challenges her. But Jade takes it all in one stride. What a brave woman! Mitchell Forrester, the hero, is full of life. All he wants is to keep his niece and Jade happy. Will Jade fall for his charms? Overall, A Baby to Bind Them will wriggle into your heart and tug at your heartstrings hard.

Recommended
4.5 Stars