Speak of The Devil ~ S L Scott ~ New release & Review

Tagline: It was always you, babe. 

 💍 Now Available – Speak of the Devil 

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 Available on Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, Audible, Whispersync Narrated by Erin Mallon & Chris Brinkley 

 Tropes: 

 💍 Rock Star 

💍 Slow Burn 

💍 He Falls First 

💍 Second Chance 

💍 Accidental Pregnancy 

Synopsis:

The hottest rock star in the world walking into my work wasn’t on my bingo card. Speak of the devil . . .

 

My soon-to-be ex-husband.

 

Shane Faris is taller than I remember. Scruffier. More attractive than ever and sporting a sinful smirk that tells me he hears “Yes” too much. Figures.

 

He offers me the divorce I want, but on one condition . . .

 

A weekend together, for old times' sake.

 

He’s partied his way through time zones, collecting ink on his skin to commemorate events I wasn’t a part of. While I struggled to earn my degrees, Shane chased fame and made memories without me.

 

It’s time to move on.

 

So why does his presence cause my heart to kick up a beat and my cheeks to blush when he sends me a wink? I can’t resist him. And he is my husband, after all, if only for a few more days.

 

When that weekend becomes two lines on a pregnancy test, we must decide whether this is a second chance worth taking together.

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Speak of the Devil by S.L. Scott

My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a Friend

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Speak of the Devil was not at all what I expected- in the best way!

Shane is the third member of Faris Wheel - the cousin behind the drums we’ve met as we watched Nikki and Laird fall in love with their partners. He is paired with Cate, the girl he had a mutual crush with in school.

The meet “cute” behind these two reconnecting at 30 was unique and unexpected as was how things played out over the next year.

I enjoyed meeting both characters and how they helped each other evolve- even when it didn’t look like they would find a way to each other. The friendship, support, and love were clearly evident as they navigated the difficultly in a famous musicians life.

While this can be read as a standalone, Shane’s cousins are key secondary characters, so having at least read Laird’s book will add to the enjoyment of the book. I have enjoyed getting the know the Faris cousins and can’t wait to see what Ms Scott has for us next!

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Meet S.L. Scott:

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, S.L. Scott, writes character driven, heart-racing suspense, and swoony romances that will leave you glued to the page. With stories ranging from witty beach reads to heart wrenching and heart healing, her stories are highly regarded as emotional, relatable, and captivating. 

Her books are more than escapes for the voracious readers of today. They are journeys of the heart that always come with a happily ever after reward at the end.

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My Darling Jane ~ Ilsa Madden Mills ~ New Release

 

My Darling Jane by Ilsa Madden-Mills is now live!

Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills returns with a sexy he-falls-first sports romance about a quarterback and his frenemy-matchmaker.

On an ordinary day, Jane Darling wouldn't be caught dead in a sports bar wearing a toga with angel wings. But she's desperate to launch her matchmaking business to secure her young daughter's future. Her mission: to attract new clients at any cost.

Her Cupid outfit catches the eye of New York's beloved star quarterback, Jasper Jannich. She and Jasper have always clashed, but when a pushy admirer goes too far, he steps in as an unexpected knight in shining armor.

He offers a tantalizing proposal: to be Cupid's Arrow's premier client. Reluctantly, Jane agrees, aware of the business potential despite her reservations about Jasper and his playboy reputation.

As she sets him up on date after date, it grows clear that Jane's the only woman he wants.
She is his goal, his endgame.

She's not not interested...but her heart has been burned before. To get anywhere, they'll need courage and faith. 

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Meet Ilsa Madden-Mills

#1 Amazon Charts, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today best-selling author Ilsa Madden-Mills pens angsty new adult and contemporary romances.

A former high school English teacher and librarian, she adores all things Pride and Prejudice, and of course, Mr. Darcy is her ultimate hero.

She's addicted to frothy coffee beverages, cheesy magnets, and any book featuring unicorns and sword-wielding females. Feel free to stalk her online.

 

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Steals & Deals ~ November

A monthly list of bargain books.... I will try to remove expired deals, but make sure you check before clicking.... 

Steals:

Heroes In Love (Maverick Billionaires Romance Collection, Books 1-3) by Belle Andre

Charmed by the Bartender (Modern Love Series Book 1) by Piper Rayne

Advice From A Jilted Bride (The Baileys Book 2) by Piper Rayne

Calling Cassie (Alaska Blizzard Book 9) by Kat Mizera

Before I Knew (The Cage Family) by Carrie Ann Ryan

My One Night (On My Own Book 1) by Carrie Ann Ryan

Delicate Ink (Montgomery Ink Book 1) by Carrie Ann Ryan

Never In My Wildest Dreams: A Calamity Falls Small Town Romance, Rengades (Hockey), book 4 (The Renegades (Hockey)) by Erika Kelly

BAM-The Beginning (Vested Interest) by Melanie Moreland

Melt With You (Into The Fire Book 8) by J H Croix

Tru Blue (Sexy standalone romance) (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor Book 1) by Melissa Foster

Deals:

Inheritance: The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 1 by Nora Roberts $2.99

Swear on My Life by S L Scott $.99

Eye Candy (Real Love Book 1) by Jessica Lemon $.99

Reminders of Him: A Novel by Colleen Hoover $2.99

Until I'm Yours (The Bennett Series Book 4) by Kennedy Ryan $1.99

Aiden: Billionaire Friends To Lovers romance (Vested Interest Book 2) by Melanie Moreland $1.99

Low Pressure by Sandra Brown $1.99

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The Invitation ~ Adriana Locke ~ New Release & Review

 

The Invitation by Adriana Locke is now live! 

I hate Ripley Brewer.

So, why am I cuddling on his lap, peering into his ocean-blue eyes while cameras record our every move?

My best friend needs my help to save her career, and I would do anything for her. Besides, filming a reality show sounds fun … until Ripley shows up to play the role of my fake boyfriend.

As always, we nearly come to blows within minutes of seeing each other. The playboy billionaire accuses me of a setup, but I insist I’d rather live in a world without carbs than spend a minute with him.

At some point during the melee, we sign contracts. I can’t stand the look of his six feet two inches of chiseled abs and broad shoulders. And I loathe his arrogance. But now that he’s my pretend beau, I’m stuck acting like I’m falling in love with my biggest enemy.

It turns out that Ripley’s a good actor, too. Every soft touch on the small of my back makes my heart thump faster. His sultry smirk feels like it’s only for me. I should detest every word that passes his kissable lips.

Is this all a ruse, or does Ripley want to end this episode of The Invitation going from enemies to lovers? Because now? I’m not convinced I can despise him anymore.

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Meet Adriana

USA Today and Amazon Charts Bestselling author, Adriana Locke, writes contemporary romances about the two things she knows best—big families and small towns. Her stories are about ordinary people finding extraordinary love with the perfect combination of heart, heat, and humor.

She loves connecting with readers, fall weather, football, reading alpha heroes, everything pumpkin, and pretending to garden.

Hailing from a tiny town in the Midwest, Adriana spends her free time with her high school sweetheart (who she married over twenty years ago) and their four sons (who truly are her best work). Her kitchen may be a perpetual disaster, and if all else fails, there is always pizza.

 

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The Invitation by Adriana Locke

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Review Copy Provided by Author

Ms Locke is known for her family based series and The Invitation reinforces that reputation by continuing the tales of the Brewer family.

This time, we meet Ripley, a brother we haven't seen much of in previous books. He is forced to work with his nemesis in social circles, Georgia, in an unexpected situation. I loved these two! Their original banter gave the sense that the "hatred" between them wasn't as extreme as they liked to believe it to be.

The story that unfolded between Ripley and Georgia ended up being very heartwarming as they actually got to know each other. I appreciated that Ms Locke took the time to let them navigate the winding path from "enemies" to friends to more. The fact that they finally really listened to each other and showed that in both small and big gestures had me hoping that they will find a way together.

The Invitation is a stand-alone read in the Brewer Family series. Elements of world-building in the previous books add to the enjoyment here, but it's not 100% necessary to read the books in order. We also get to see more of the Brewer family and I am curious to see who might have a story next.

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Review Round Up ~ October 23

New Releases:

One Big Happy Family by Susan Mallery

My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a Friend

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If you are looking for the feel good story of the holiday season this is it.
We see a mom giving up her plans for Christmas to accommodate the wishes of her adult children, but instead of being upset she roles with the punches …. That just keep coming.

Before long, there is a boyfriend plus his kids. His ex wife. The daughter’s ex boyfriend, the son’s “evil” mother in law, and more family joining in the holiday.

Ms Mallery does an excellent job with a full cast of characters. While we may not a super deep dive on everyone, we learn enough over time to understand the dynamics and appreciate the growth that comes along.
There are hiccups, but ultimately, happy endings. I left the Parker crew feeling refreshed and hopeful!

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Safe With Me by Stephanie Rose

My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a Friend

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Oh it’s so good to be back in Kelly Lakes!
We met Mike when he was a grumpy teen. Fast forward a decade and he’s now patrolling the streets of his hometown as a police officer.
He’s paired with Lila, who moves to town to escape a bad situation in Philadelphia.

Both characters are likeable and easy to root for as we got to know them. I enjoyed seeing them start as friends and let things evolve from there. Add in a great secondary cast of people we’ve met before and an intriguing sub plot and this is another winner from Ms Rose!

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From Here to Eternity by A.L. Jackson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommned to a Friend

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From Here to Eternity introduces us to a new community in a spin off series from Redemption Hills.
We meet River along with his sister, son, and crew and get glimpses into the hard lives they lived to be where they are now. He is paired with Charleigh and oh my, the baggage this poor girl carried!

Ms Jackson uses her unique style to let us see where River and Charleigh are right now and gradually peel back the layers. It was impossible to not be invested in these characters and their story.

As with many of Ms Jackson’s couples there is an element of fate bringing these people together at just the right time. It was a true pleasure to see personalities and relationships blossom.

The secondary cast is fairly limited, but the players we see make a real impact, I can’t wait to see this world expand in future stories.

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TBR:

A Countess for Christmas by Grace Hartwell

My rating: 3 of 5 stars - Average Read

Review Copy Provided

This is a fun novella-length read leading into the holiday season.
Meg and Anthony were sweethearts who life and circumstances pulled apart. Seeing them reconnect was sweet.

Given the historical setting, some of the ideas are a bit stretched, but I was willing to put those aside to just enjoy the story. The length of the book means that some pieces are skimmed over.

Overall, it's a sweet read, but I don't know if I am intrigued enough to read more by this author.

A Cowboy for Merry by Jamie K. Schmidt

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Review Copy Provided

This was a free read and it was entertaining, but I will not be seeking out more by this author.
The plot is incredibly thin and there are multiple editing issues and inconsistencies.





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