Review of Guardians in Blue

Brief Summary Courtesy of Black Rose Writing

A fatherless boy growing up in a small Texas town is taken under wing by the local lawmen. They work with the town leaders to provide his basic needs and help him escape the shame and poverty of his circumstances. One in particular becomes his guardian.

He teaches the boy about life, how to face his fears, that honor is more important than comfort and that defending those who cannot defend themselves is the highest duty of a man. The boy learns the lessons well. He hears the call and his heart opens to it. He too becomes a Guardian.

My Review: 

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. This is my first book that I read of Ken Bangs so I was not sure what to expect in terms of storyline and characters. 

Although the book sounded interesting with both the storyline and the characters it did not meet my expectations. I found the story to be slow and hard for me to get interested in. I ended up giving up half way through. 

I do recommend that readers give it a try. Even though the book wasn't for me it doesn't mean that others won't like it. 

Cover Reveal - The Guardian - Kimberly Kincaid

 

Guard against any danger. Especially if it comes from within.

Detective Matteo Garza doesn't just do the job--he is the job.

He's learned the hard way that work and pleasure can't co-exist.

So when his little sister's best friend accidentally uncovers a money laundering scheme
led by one of Remington's most cold-blooded criminals,
Garza vows to keep things strictly business as he keeps her safe.

No matter how much the quirky mathematician
makes him feel things best left buried.
No matter how much she makes him want.

Delia Sutton knows she's not like most people,
just like she knows she needs to forget her ages-old crush on Matteo
and focus on survival.

But the closer they get, the bolder she becomes--
the more she breaks down his carefully crafted barriers to discover the man beneath.

Danger is closer than either of them could possibly imagine
and no one can be trusted.
Delia needs a guardian to fight by her side, and Matteo will do anything to protect her.
No matter who the enemy is.
********
The Guardian is a scorching forbidden lovers romantic suspense featuring a grumpy Alpha hero who would walk into fire to save the woman he loves and a smart-is-sexy number-nerd heroine who would save him right back. Equal parts heart-pounding suspense and steamy romance. Complete standalone with no cheating and a full (but hard-fought!) HEA.

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Meet Kimberly Kincaid:

Kimberly Kincaid writes contemporary romance that splits the difference between sexy and sweet and hot and edgy romantic suspense. When she’s not sitting cross-legged in an ancient desk chair known as “The Pleather Bomber”, she can be found practicing obscene amounts of yoga, whipping up anything from enchiladas to éclairs in her kitchen, or curled up with her nose in a book. Kimberly is a USA Today best-selling author and a 2016 and 2015 RWA RITA® finalist and 2014 Bookseller’s Best nominee who lives (and writes!) by the mantra that food is love. Kimberly resides in Virginia with her wildly patient husband and their three daughters.

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Review of The Forever Girl

Book Summary Courtesy of William Morrow 

When Maze returns to Wildstone for the wedding of her estranged bff and the sister of her heart, it’s also a reunion of a once ragtag team of teenagers who had only each other until a tragedy tore them apart and scattered them wide.

Now as adults together again in the lake house, there are secrets and resentments mixed up in all the amazing childhood memories. Unexpectedly, they instantly fall back into their roles: Maze their reckless leader, Cat the den mother, Heather the beloved baby sister, and Walker, a man of mystery. 

Life has changed all four of them in immeasurable ways. Maze and Cat must decide if they can rebuild their friendship, and Maze discovers her long-held attraction to Walker hasn’t faded with the years but has only grown stronger. 

My Review: 

I received an ARC of The Forever Girl in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. I am avid reader of Jill's books whether they are single novellas or are part of series and was excited to read this new book. 

Once again Jill wrote a book filled with humor, romance and family. The storyline and characters were well developed.

Although Maze and Walkers love story was interesting I didn't really connect with their love story. I however did enjoy the story that Jill wrote between Cat, Heather, Maze and Walker as a family. In addition, I really enjoyed the love story between Heather and Maze's boss that Jill was building. I actually could see her doing a Novella maybe. :)  Their love story flowed more smoothly in my opinion. I would have rather read more about them.  

I wouldn't say this is my all time favorite book of Jill's but it was definitely worth a read for those that like contemporary romance with family drama & humor added in. Can't wait to read her next release. 

Review of Mistletoe in Paradise by Jill Shalvis

Book summary courtesy of Avon

Old childhood friends each fly separately to join their families on what’s been an annual holiday themed yacht adventure. Secret ex-lovers, Hannah and James are determined to make the best of things…


Problem Number Two – Getting Stuck.

When everyone but Hannah and James gets held up in an airport snarl, it leaves them stuck together for four days, making Hannah’s already problematic trip a whole lot harder to face. Especially because she comes bearing more than just gifts…


Problem Number Three -- Falling In Love (again)

As the former lovers try to make the best of the Christmas snafu, they soon realize that the best things in life can’t be planned and sometimes love is sweeter the second time around.

My Review

I received an ARC of Jill's novella in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Having been an avid reader of Jill's for a number of years I knew that this was going to be another great novel just by reading the novella description. 

Jill did a great job as always adding in romance, humor and seriousness in her book. This is something that I now expect out of her books and she has yet to disappoint. 

I really enjoyed the storyline as it moved at a steady pace and kept me drawn in and wanting to know what was going to happen. 

I rarely say this but I don't think there is anything that I would change about this novel other than maybe make it longer as I really enjoyed the story. :) 

I recommend this book to readers who are looking for a quick holiday romance read but area also looking for a mix of humor, romance and seriousness. 

Can't wait for the next novel from Jill. 

Review of Holiday House by RaeAnne Thayne

Book Summary Courtesy of Harlequin 

This New Year will bring widowed nurse Abigail Powell a fresh start in a different city. Excited about the chance to create an unforgettable Christmas for her young son in picturesque Silver Bells, Colorado, Abby has been hired to take care of her dear friend’s recuperating grandmother. But sprightly senior Winnie insists she doesn’t need looking after. What she does need is help decorating her historic mansion, Holiday House, for a seasonal town fundraiser. Abby warms to the festive task, but she’ll have to contend with her own personal Grinch: Winnie’s prickly grandson, Ethan Lancaster.

Ethan Lancaster is good at a lot of things. Relationships surely aren’t one of them. His ex-fiancée convinced Ethan he was incapable of love, and he believes her…up until the moment he impulsively kisses Abby. What is it about this vibrant woman and her sweet son that knocks his world off-kilter? He knows they’re leaving town after Christmas. He just didn’t expect they’d be taking a little of his heart with them. But as he and Abby work together on the magical Holiday House through the record cold weather, visions of a different future dance in his head…one filled with warmth, love and a new beginning for them both.

My Review

I received an ARC of RaeAnne's Christmas book Holiday House in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Having read previous books of RaeAnne's I knew what to expect in when it came to writing style and character development. However, each book always tackles a new real life struggle that a reader could be going through.

I really enjoyed that in addition to her main characters she also added a sub love story with Ethan's sister and best friend. I think this added something different to your typical holiday romance books out there. She did a great job through out the story transition between the characters stories effortlessly with out it being choppy. 

In regards to the actual storyline I really connected with this story on a personal note being that I recently lost my grandmother and it reminded me of the times that we spent together. 

I think this is a great stand alone novel but could definitely see her making it into a series. 

I recommend this book to readers who are looking for a holiday romance but also a heartfelt story of loss and finding love again. 

Review of Summer at Lake Haven

Brief Summary Courtesy of HQN Books 

Samantha Fremont has been struggling with the weight of her mother’s expectations for years. But now that her mother has passed away, it’s time for Sam to be bold and finally establish the fashion design business she’s always dreamed of. And the perfect opportunity has fallen into her lap. Her friend’s getting married and has asked Sam to create her wedding dress…if only she can avoid the bride’s infuriating brother, who’s temporarily the boy next door.

Ian Summerhill knows a sabbatical in Haven Point is exactly what he and his children need to recover from their mother’s death. His romantic relationship with his ex-wife may have ended years ago, but caring for her throughout her illness broke his heart. All he wants is to watch his little sister walk down the aisle and to see his kids smile again. And somehow his lovely new neighbor is instrumental in both. But as their uneasy truce blossoms into a genuine friendship and more, Ian has obligations in England he can’t ignore—and a secret that threatens the fragile trust he and Sam have built.

My Review 

I received an ARC of Summer at Lake Haven in exchange for an honest, non biased review. I am a fan of RaeAnne Thayne's book so I was excited to read her newest book in the Haven Point series! Right off the bat I connected with the main character Samantha. I thought that RaeAnne did a great job of developing her and helping you understanding her past and where she is at now in her life.

In addition, I truly enjoyed watching the relationship grow between Ian and Samantha. It was slow and sweet. It was also nice to see how Samantha really connected with the children and became a friend to them. 

Lastly I enjoyed the scenery in the book, who wouldn't love to live in Haven Point. From everything RaeAnne describes it sounds beautiful. At the very least I would want to visit. 

All in all this was a fantastic book and a great add to the series. I am excited for the next one in the series and more books to come from RaeAnne's. If you love romance & contemporary romance with a little royalty thrown in there then this is the book for you! 

Review of The Summer Deal

Brief Summary of the book 

Brynn Turner desperately wishes she had it together, but her personal life is like a ping-pong match that’s left her scared and hurt after so many attempts to get it right. In search of a place to lick her wounds and get a fresh start, she heads back home to Wildstone.

And then there’s Kinsey Davis, who after battling serious health issues her entire twenty-nine years of life, is tired of hoping for . . . well, anything. She's fierce, tough, and pretty much the opposite of Brynn except for one thing: they're half-sisters. Kinsey is keeping this bombshell, and a few others as well. Long time frenemies from summer camp, there’s no way she’s going to tell Brynn they’re related.

But then Brynn runs into Kinsey's lifelong best friend, Eli, renewing a childhood crush. He’s still easy-going and funny and sexy as hell. When he gets her to agree to a summer-time deal to trust him to do right by her, no matter what, she never dreams it’ll result in finding a piece of herself she didn’t even know was missing. She could have a sister, love, and a future―if she can only learn to let go of the past.

As the long days of summer wind down, the three of them must discover if forgiveness is enough to grasp the unconditional love that’s right in front of them.

My Review 

I received an ARC of Jill Shalvis' new book The Summer Deal. I was excited to read this new book in Jill's Wildstone series. I think it had a great mix of romance, friendship and family. 

The storyline grabbed my attention from the moment I am opened the book to the very last page. Jill does a great job of always keeping the romance factor in her books but always adding in something new. For instance with one of the supporting characters, Kinsey, her character needed a transplant. This added a new aspect to her book that I have not read before and is something that readers will find interesting. 

In addition to the storyline the characters were very well developed and diverse. It really adds to the story and makes it interesting and enjoyable to read.  I think she also did a great job of giving you the background on Kinsey and Brynn and their history but she doesn't go over board. I think she also allowed their relationship to grow naturally over time and didn't rush it. 

I truly enjoyed this book and watching Brynn and Eli's love story grown. Can't wait for more stories from Jill to come!