Make a Wish by Helena Hunting is book 3 in the Spark House series. It is about Harley and her quest to find her place at Spark House, and in herself and her future. It’s a story about love, family and second chances. Harley had a love of children, and is a child at heart. She was a nanny for Gavin after his wife passed away and she fell in love with caring for Peyton. Years later they meet again and fall back into each others lives. There was a spark between them again just like years ago. Gavin has never truly healed from losing his wife. He has gone through the motions for Peyton but hasn’t found happiness again. Harley brought so much into their lives. It wasn’t without obstacles but she is worth it. Harley was amazing with Peyton and it makes you fall in love with them. She was everything Gavin needed to heal. I just loved this series, these characters and the 3 stories. Another winner from Helena Hunting!
Keep this Promise is the last book in the Rose Canyon series. Sophie and Holden will steal your heart. This is a second chance story not to be missed. A drunken night in Vegas is how it started, and a family to be is how it ends. Together these two face adversity but know they are meant to be.
Sophie doesn’t know what is going on. Her husband tells her she must leave, not ask questions, follow instructions and just go as he lays on his death bed. She leaves behind her love, her best friend and takes her daughter and goes. Holden remembers Sophie from their one night stand in Vegas and soon realizes Eden is his. That same spark is still there, but will they pick up where they left off?
There is mystery and suspense as the story unfolds and they find out why Sophie was told to go, what her husband was hiding and who was behind it. There are little clues along the way, and many of the characters from other stories and roles which is always nice to see. Eden and Mama James are great side characters.
I really enjoyed this book and these characters. This book has it all and more.
I just love the Cane brothers and Breaker will steal your heart. A Long Time Coming is the next book of the Cane brothers. Breaker and Lia are best friends. Lia is set to marry Brian. Breaker and Lia are best friends, but more than that they are soulmates, family and just get each other like no one else. The first part of this story follows Lia as she plans her wedding with her soon to be mother in law, who is horrid. Breaker comes to her aid as her Man of Honor and stays by her side through it all. When Breaker least expects it something changes and he sees Lia differently. everyone else could see it but them. The next part follows Breaker on his quest to get Lia to see him as more than a friend, but a partner and so much more. After all, Breaker and Lia know each other so well. They will just melt your heart and make you swoon. They are relationship goals. I loved this book so much and these characters. The knitting club of the women is a great addition to the brothers bonding but with the group of women. I can’t wait for more with the Cane brothers and their friends.
This book was amazing! So hot!!! The Intern by Marni Mann will keep you glued to the pages. Declan and Hannah are electric. From their first meeting there were sparks but he didn’t know she would be his intern and she didn’t know he would be her boss. I have been loving The Dalton Family series but I think these two stole my heart. They were on fire, but you could feel more between them. And Declan he is just on another level. He is sexy and brilliant with arrogance and everything you love in an alpha male. What starts as a fling for a night turns into so much more. They are a match in every way. They were the perfect addition to this series. A must read!
Made for Me was not your typical sports romance. It was so emotional and Chase was no longer a hockey player but a doctor. From start to finish this book made you feel. Julia and Chase have danced around each other just being friends. Chase decides that enough is enough and he wants more from her. He has been her rock and safety through a horrible time. Will she let herself admit how she really feels? These two had so much chemistry and emotions. You had to root for them to make it. Julia loves her job as a social worker, and when a tragedy occurs, her life changes. Chase is there for her in every way. Their relationship started as friends but ended with so much more, soulmates. Natasha Madison fans will sworn over this story. It is one not to be missed!
I can’t even put into words how much I loved this book. My favorite in the series so far. Presley and Bennett were everything. Mine To Love by Natasha Madison was filled with love, family and so many emotions. Presley is afraid of love, marriage, commitment. Bennett has always wanted Presley but never admitted how deep his feelings were for fear of her running. When Presley finds out she is pregnant, Bennett is there in every way until Presley pushes him too far. Sometimes you need to lose something in order to know how important it really was. I just loved how Natasha told this story. I felt all the emotions from the characters. I savored the pages as I didn’t want the story to end. One of my favorite books by this author! Her characters feel like family. You get so invested in them. I cannot wait for the next book when series will collide together.
Runaway Groomsman by Meghan Quinn is a story about finding love, family and friendship. Sawyer thought he was in love till he found out she was cheating on him with his best friend. He thought he just wrote about romance for the movies. Now he is living her worst nightmare at his ex’s wedding to his ex-best friend. He thought he could pretend but he can’t and leaves in the most dramatic way at the altar as a groomsman. He ends up in Canoodle, a quirky town, where he hides while Hollywood goes crazy with gossip after he runs away from the wedding. Meghan sets up this rom-com with a perfect setting, and characters to draw you in, and the perfect town for it to take place. Fallon is caring for her grandfather who has Alzheimer’s and taking care of the Inn her family owns. The Inn needs a lot of work, and Fallon is trying to remodel it herself. She is determined, and such a caring person. Sully, her grandfather, has moments of clarity where he teaches Sawyer about love while they work together to restore parts of the property. These moments were heart felt and made you start to fall in love with Sawyer. Fallon and Sawyer grew a friendship over time which turned into so much more. Throw in her friend Jaz for some sidekick comedy and you have a perfect Meghan Quinn romantic comedy. It’s a fixer upper meets small town romance kind of story. It was a really cute story with a really fun meet cute premise filled with heart, soul and fun. It’s a story you won’t want to miss.
The Secret Roommate is an enemies to lovers, opposites attract and sports romance all in one. Duke is being traded and needs to hide before the news is leaked. Duke’s agent Eli, thinks his girlfriend Molly’s friends place would be perfect. Posey is not afraid to say it how it is. She won’t take crap and has no idea who Duke is. Their first meeting is quite comical. The two were super fun and cute. Duke is nothing like you would think. He’s like a superstar football player with a great heart in the body of a southern guy. He is nothing like Posey thinks from the beginning. The two have chemistry and sparks fly. They become friends first. Their banter is so entertaining. I enjoyed the story and it was a quick, fun read. This is a really fun series and have enjoyed all the books so far.
Shari J Ryan has found her calling with historical fiction writing. She weaves her stories and characters with emotion, suspense and heart. The Maid’s Secret is the latest in her writings and it’s one you will not want to miss. It is powerful and beautifully written. The Maid’s Secret centers around Mila, a Romani gypsy girl and Ben, a Jewish boy. Mila comes to work for Ben’s family and the two form a strong connection. Ryan does a wonderful job with her characters. Ben is strong, has a kind heart, is courageous and loving. Mila is strong, bold and independent. The two can’t help their connection, even through the times they are living in. The world around them is filled with hatred, but the love that develops between them, even though it goes against the times, will warm your heart and take you on an emotional journey. This story shows the fear that the Jews faced, the fears that the Gypsies faced and the trials and tribulations of war, Hitler and having to hid for fear of your life. Every emotion is felt in Ryan’s writing. Grab the tissues and clear your schedule for an emotional read about love, loss, fear and survival.
New York Times bestselling author Corinne Michaels brings another second chance standalone in the town of Rose Canyon.
My biggest mistake was falling in love with my fake husband. It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience between two best friends in the military. Our plan was to collect extra money and stay stationed together. But what failed? Me. I did. Because suddenly I wanted a man who was never meant to be my real husband.
In an attempt to remedy my mistake, I severed all ties and put my life as a combat medic and Emmett Maxwell behind me. I’ve lost too many people to open myself up to love.
Now I’m working as a private investigator, and fate has stepped in, forcing our paths to intersect again when I’m looking into the disappearance of a missing girl with ties to Emmett’s hometown. A case I fear puts his life in danger.
He gives me one week to prove my suspicions and then I need to sign the divorce papers and leave. The problem with that? The moment I see Emmett again, I realize how foolish it was to leave him, to think I could ever stop loving him. All I want is a second chance.
When the case threatens not only my life but also his, I’m faced with my worst fear. How many times can a heart break before it shatters beyond repair?
My review
Best friends to lovers, marriage of convenience to second chance, Give Me Love by Corinne MIchaels had it all. This is book 2 in the Rose Canyon series. This book picks up where the last one finished. We find out Emmett is married and his wife, Blakely has come to town. The two have a strong connection but Blakely has had so much loss, she is afraid. Emmett wants her to sign divorce papers but she isn’t ready. Will the two realize how they really feel and give love a chance before it’s too late. There is so much love and chemistry between them. Blakely has come to town for work and with it comes drama, mystery and angst. The second half of the book sets you on a mystery that will keep you glued to the pages. Their journey was filled with emotions, love and family. A second chance at love you will enjoy. Another winner from Corinne!