Review : For This Christmas Only

For This Christmas Only by Caro Carson

(Masterson, Texas #3)

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Holiday, Special Edition, 

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Pages: 224

Published: December 1st 2020 by Harlequin Special Edition

He was successful in business but not in love in this great romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Caro Carson

His book inspired her to return to school

But he no longer believes his own advice

After nearly dying in a plane crash, financial guru Eli Taylor wants to find meaning in his life. A chance encounter at a small town’s Yule log lighting leads to an evening spent as the fake boyfriend of his superfan Mallory Ames. When she finds herself homeless for the holidays, he invites her to stay with him as his fake girlfriend, so he can show his siblings what a loving partnership should look like. The arrangement will end when the new year begins…or will it?

From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.

Masterson, Texas

Book 1: The Bartender’s Secret

Book 2: The Slow Burn

Book 3: For This Christmas Only

Mallory is finally taking a chance and following one of her favorite authors advice to do what she needs to do take her life back. Eli is the author of that book and isn't feeling like myself after an accident and pretty much is isolating himself. He never expected to meet Mallory who sings his praises and talking about changing her life unsure how to tell her she's the author she's talking about.

This book was a pretty good contemporary book I enjoyed it. Honestly this book can be read any time of the year since there was very little christmasy things going on. If your looking for the christmas spirit to pep you up for the holidays this book wouldn't be it but if you are looking for a good romance you'll like this book. I loved the idea of Mallory really trying to do what she can after becoming the family's unwilling caregiver. She needed this and you can't help but root for her to what she finally wants. I like the romance I was curious how the whole reveal would go. I mean Eli was hiding his identity but also having a sweet moment with Mallory and it was just nice to see but he's also kinda deceiving her by not being forthright. Overall this was a pretty good book I really enjoyed it.

Review : Their Christmas Baby Contract

Their Christmas Baby Contract by Shannon Stacy

(Blackberry Bay #2)

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, 

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Pages: 224

Published:  October 27th 2020 by Harlequin Special Edition

Striking the deal was the easy part.

He’ll help her make a beautiful baby.

Brady Nash is handsome and anti marriage. And with IVF completely out of her financial reach, Reyna Bishop is running out of time to have the child she so very much wants. Theirs is a practical baby-making deal: no emotion, no expectation, no ever-after. They’ll even “date” through Christmas to silence their hometown gossips. It’s foolproof…till the time she spends with Brady and his warm, loving family leaves Reyna wanting more than a baby… 

Brady is a ladies man and Reyna want a baby. Since IVF is expensive she strikes up a deal with Brady so they can have a baby without the whole mess of relationship and emotions. Thing is of course feelings start getting in the way and while they are pretending to be in a relationship it seems things are becoming real.

If you like basic contemporary romances you'll like this book. I liked the characters and the story was pretty predictable but I just couldn't help myself being hooked on it curious to see what's in store for these characters. Thought the book was overall enjoyable and if you are looking for a pretty good contemporary romance you'll enjoy this.

Review : Fortune's Fresh Start

Fortune's Fresh Start by Michelle Major

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, 

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Pages: 224 

Published:  December 17th 2019 by Harlequin Special Edition

There’s a new breed of Fortune in town…

In the small Texas burg of Rambling Rose, real estate investor Callum Fortune is making a big splash. The last thing he needs is any personal complications slowing his pace—least of all nurse Becky Averill, a beautiful widow with twin baby girls. Callum’s past has convinced him he’s not cut out for commitment. Yet, drawn to Becky in ways he can’t understand, Callum is torn between moving on…and moving in!

I enjoyed this heartwarming contemporary romance. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and seeing that connection. Callum isnt interested in sticking around in town once he's done with his currently project and after his last relationship getting involved with Becky isn't the best idea, at least that's what he thinks. Even after that its hard to stay away and its so cute seeing how Callum, Becky and the twin were. This is a fast paced contemporary romance and if you are looking for a sweet little escape you might want to consider reading this book.

Review : Romancing the Wallflower

Romancing the Wallflower by Michelle Major

(Crimson, Colorado #8)

Genre : Contemporary, Romance, 

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Pages : 224

 Published : August 22nd 2017 by Harlequin Special Edition

 "I'd like to have an affair with you."

Dedicated kindergarten teacher Erin MacDonald isn't the type to make the first move on a man—especially gorgeous David McCay, her secret crush. But when a crisis involving one of her pupils offers a chance to help the pro baseballer turned local brewery owner, Erin goes way out of her comfort zone. So way out she makes a shocking suggestion! 

David moved to the Colorado mountain town to look after his sister and her son. Now he's a stand-in parent to his nephew, trying to fight his attraction to Erin…who just propositioned him. David is nobody's hero. So why can't he convince the sweet, kindhearted beauty that she deserves better than him? Is it because they're the perfect imperfect match?

Erin had her heart crushed before and pretty much shut herself off when it comes to the romance department. One day she manages to muster enough courage to proposition David McCray an old crush of hers. When she realizes he's having a bit of trouble in his life taking care of his nephew shes there to help him out. Meanwhile David has his own set of issues in his life and he takes up caring for his young nephew whose mother is in rehab. Refusing to let his nephew go what he went though he accept a bit of help from Erin, teacher of his nephew. Last thing they expected for a few sparks to fly the more they are with each other.

I really did enjoy this book. If you like a good romance story with an generic story line and interesting characters this is for you. I've read plenty of books like this maybe a bit different situation but its been told many times before and I still found myself enjoying this book. I loved how David was trying to redeem himself of this past making a few mistakes along the way but improving. I loved seeing the romance between the two. I loved how everything was handled when trouble came their way and how it ended up in the end. Overall it was a pretty great story, I really enjoyed it.

Review : How to Train a Cowboy

How to Train a Cowboy by Caro Carson

Genre: Romance, Literary Fiction, Military

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Pages: 224

Published July 18th 2017 by Harlequin Special Edition

 Lessons in lassoing 

Though marine hero Benjamin Graham doesn't know the first thing about ranching, his new job is the lifeline he desperately needs. Without the help of feisty cowgirl Emily Davis, though, he's lost—in more ways than one. But as their attraction turns combustible, the hardened battle vet turns away from the gorgeous college coed. She might know every inch of her family's homestead, at Graham doesn't want her to know his pain.

Even if the world is Emily's oyster, all she's ever wanted is the family ranch. And though rugged new ranch hand Graham seems like an unlikely trainee, he is taking her dreams of running the ranch more seriously than anyone else. As they grow closer during hot days—and nights—working the range, Emily starts to think that maybe the ranch is only a piece of her dream… 

I think it was the pretty cover on the cover that may have drawn my eye. Then there was the fact that there was the word Cowboy in the title and I was sold. After reading the description the book sounded like it was good for me. After reading it I couldn't help but think it was nice. It was a pretty good book. Not the best that I've read but it was pretty good. See the thing is I wished there was more of everything, less of that first day which took up like more the 60% of the book where everything else after felt rushed so made it less enjoyable. I liked seeing the conflict for Emily and how she was dealing with family and her school education and knowing what she really wanted and having Graham to help her out to see things in a different way to help her with what she truly wants.

Overall the story line was interesting, the characters were okay wish I knew more about them then what was there, the story was paced pretty slow in the beginning and rushed towards the end which was a turn off for me. After all that this book was pretty good.

Review : Kiss Me, Sheriff

Kiss Me, Sheriff by Wendy Warren

Genre : Contemporary, Romance, 

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Pages: 224

Published March 1st 2017 by Harlequin Special Edition

It only took one kiss

Willa Holmes has one rule: don't fall in love! Love brings ties and ties bring pain, and she's had enough of that. That's why the pastry chef fled to Thunder Ridge in the first place—to live privately and bake anonymously. But then she makes a big mistake: she kisses the local sheriff. The tall, dark, incredibly sexy sheriff  

No high-speed chase. That's Derek Neel's dating rule till Willa. But the cowboy sheriff's hot pursuit hits a roadblock when he takes in an at-risk boy and Willa bucks like a frightened filly. Why is she so scared of the very things he wants most—love, family, forever? Derek isn't sure, but he knows this: not even Willa can escape the loving arms of the law!

Willa is pretty much making it a point when she doesn't make any close relationships with anyone in town, making herself seems like a loner.Then there is Derek the small down sheriff who is helping out a at risk preteen that reminds him of himself. Will is not even up to having a relationship and what the teen and Derek has makes her a bit skittsh.

I liked this book. I thought it was nice and enjoyable read. I loved seeing that connection between the two and finding out why Willa has that bit of close off part of herself from others. It was sweet seeing Derek working on the teen rather then just writing the child off and not caring. Instead Derek makes himself a sort of mentor for the child who hasn't exactly had the best guidance. If you are looking for clean romance then this book might appeal to you. I loved getting both point of views when it came to the two main characters. The story was well written and overall pretty good.

Review : A Fortune in Waiting

A Fortune in Waiting by Michelle Major

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, 

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Pages: 224

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Published December 20th 2016 by Harlequin Special Edition

FORTUNE ON THE MENU

Even in a town as eclectic as Austin, Keaton Fortune Whitfield stands out. With his dreamy British accent and his slate-blue eyes, he has captured the fancy of every red-blooded Texas female in town except one. Francesca Harriman, his favorite waitress at Lola May's, seems completely immune to his charms. When she's not on her shift, she's too busy studying to pay attention to him which only makes him want her more.

Francesca has been burned before, and she won't let the Londoner melt her heart. What would a brilliant, wealthy architect want with a commoner like her? She's not about to abandon her schooling to become Keaton's catch of the day. Could a hash-slinging waitress really find happiness with a 
Fortune?

Francesca has had her heart broken and seems to be having a hard time not falling for Keaton Fortune and his heart stopping accent. Meanwhile women seems to be drawn to him except the one waitress who seems to be immune to his charm, of course shes the one who catches his eyes.

I enjoyed this sweet romance. After her last incident of a boyfriend Francesa is back on her feet working on schooling, working and trying to make something of herself. I loved that she wasn't willing to just jump for the next guy who came her way she tried to keep that guard up. I loved seeing the back stories to both characters. It made them more complex and it was easy to understand the choices they made throughout the book. The storyline was good, the characters I loved them. The overall book and romance were great I really enjoyed this book.

Review: Fortune's Perfect Valentine

Fortune's Perfect Valentine by Stella Bagwell

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Special Edition,
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Pages: 224
Published January 19th 2016 by Harlequin

Synopsis:

BE MY (OFFICE) VALENTINE 

Wes Robinson may be part of the lost Fortune family, but he's more concerned with the fortunes of Robinson Tech. On Valentine's Day, his company will be rolling out a new computer app that will—allegedly—fix users up with their ideal mate. Wes has nothing against amour; he just has no faith in the perfect, lasting kind. He'll take a passionate fling any day. 

Tell that to Vivian Blair, however. Wes's longtime employee with the earnest heart has complete faith that her app will work. So when she and Wes are challenged to use My Perfect Match themselves, it's game on. What follows is a series of dating debacles—and Viv's horrifying suspicion that her Mr. RIght might be her curmudgeonly boss in the cubicle next door…

Review:

Vivian is working on an app that'll ask the users a set of questions and come up with suitable mates. Wes has set the app to launch on valentines day, even if he's a skeptic of love that doesn't stop the fact that it'll make him money. When he reveals that he'll be using the app, Vivian is pretty much horrified at the idea knowing full well that he doesn't believe in that sort of thing meanwhile she believes in love.

I liked this book it was unique and fun. So far I've read many books based around Valentines Day and I have to say this is my favorite Valentines Day read. I liked the characters and getting to know them. I loved the chemestry between the two. I loved that after a bit Vivian after all that fun decided she was worth more and didn't continue what what going on between them, that she didn't want to hid things between them. Overall I really enjoyed this book.

Review : The Doctor's Valentine Dare

The Doctor's Valentine Dare by Cindy Kirk

Genre: Medical, Romance, Contemporary, Special Edition, Valentines Day

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Published January 19th 2016 by Harlequin 

Synopsis:

How to win a girl in five dates 

She says she doesn't date doctors. Ever. But brilliant neurosurgeon Noah Anson is determined to get Josie Campbell to go out with him. Noah never met a situation he couldn't control or a woman he couldn't charm…until Josie. Winning over the beguiling beauty is a challenge he just can't resist!

Long considered the black sheep of her family, Josie is back in Jackson Hole to try to mend fences. And nothing would bring her parents over to her side like her dating a sexy doctor! But not even Josie can resist Noah's tempting proposal of five dates to win her over. By Valentine's Day, Cupid might just have a closer grip on Josie than she'd ever imagined… 

Review:

For years Cindy felt like she was being pressured by her family to be something she's not. More specifically she was being pressured to become a doctor when she wanted nothing more and to find herself. So for a year she left without a trace to find herself. Now she is back and working on a better relationship for her family that is with the help of Noah Anson. Meanwhile she is going to help him get a better relationship with his sister. Little did they expect the more they are around each other that they would fall for one another.

I thought this book was cute. It was nice, sweet and steamy. I love how their relationship / interaction was between Cindy and Noah. I thought was interesting seeing how they slowly but surely they find a way to reconcile what was between the family members. I thought each of the back stories were interesting. I love that there was the point of view of both characters. The book was very well written and I really enjoyed it, I finished it within one day. Since it's based during Valentines Day this is the perfect time to get your hand on it. I love finding books that can relate to the current holidays / seasons. If you do too and love a bit of romance then check this book out.

Review: A Valentine for the Veterinarian

A Valentine for the Veterinarian

(Paradise Animal Clinic #2)
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Pages:224
Published January 19th 2016 by Harlequin

Synopsis:

It's raining cats and dogs and babies?

When charismatic K-9 cop Alex Santiago shows up at Paradise Animal Clinic with a tiny gray kitten in his jacket, something inside Dr. Cassie Marshall shifts. The overworked single mom and veterinarian had been sure her plate was already full. Yet something about Alex's coffee-brown eyes has made her reconsider. Surely she can make room in her heart for just one more.

But two? When Cassie learns she is pregnant after a hot night with Alex, she panics. How can she handle one man, his dog, her little girl, their cat and a baby? Her sexy deputy sheriff has made no bones about wanting a simple relationship. So how can she tell her love-shy Valentine that their already full menagerie is about to be visited by the stork?

Review:

Alex is a new cop in town and Cathy is less than thrilled, she has her guards up for this guy because of something in the past but slowly but surely a break from her walls. Throw in a kitten, Cassie's daughter, Alex's K9 and a pregnancy you got a mess of drama to see.

I like this book, it was sweet, it was short, it was just an overall good book. I love the characters and their back stories were interesting. I love that there was both point of views. I love seeing the interaction between Alex, Cassie, and the daughter. This book is well written and a sweet book to read for Valentines Day what better time to get this book then now?

Review : Coming Home for Christmas

Coming Home for Christ by Marie Farrarella

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Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Holiday, Special Edition, Harlequin,
Pages: 224
Published October 20th 2015 by Harlequin
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Synopsis:

True Love in his Stocking? 

They say you can't go home again, but Keith O'Connell wasn't worried about staying. He was just back in town to sell his late mother's house and try to avoid old emotions. Of course, hiring estate sale specialist Kenzie Bradshaw meant the possibility of creating new memories before he left. Especially once the Matchmaking Mamas hatched a plan. 

Kenzie Bradshaw was used to the turmoil involved in estate sales, though she'd never had a client like Keith. He wanted everything gone. She knew, however, there were some things—some memories—he shouldn't lose. Convincing him to spend one last Christmas in his family's home could melt his hardened heart. But would it bring back the man she used to know and love?

Review:

After the death of his estranged mother Keith is back in town to be rid of the last things she possessed including her house. Kenzie is just the women on the job to help him get rid of his stuff but she also realizes that there is more to whats going on with Keith and wants to help him out. With that comes also a bit of holiday cheer.

I liked this book sweet, short and a great holiday read. I really enjoyed it. If you are looking for a bit of an escape during what will be a stressful holiday you might want to cozy up and spend sometime reading this book. Its not overly dramatic as I would've liked but it was sweet to read just the same. Might want to put this on your holiday TBR List.

Review : Fortune's June Bride

Fortune's June Bride by Allison Leigh

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Pages: 224
Published May 19th 2015 by Harlequin

Could a wedding for a week. . .

For weeks now, sexy-as-heck Galen Fortune Jones has been playing the ardent groom in the Wild West Wedding show at Cowboy Country USA. The bride? His sweet, redheaded neighbor Aurora McElroy. Of course, Aurora has had a hidden crush on the rancher for years, but she's been careful to keep that secret close to the vest!

Lead to a marriage for a lifetime?Things get a little out of hand, however, when Galen agrees to pretend he and Aurora are real life husband and wife. It's only temporary, of course, and it's for a good cause. But being Aurora's hubby off stage is starting to mess with the confirmed bachelor's head. He's having far from friendly feelings for his in-name-only spouse, and it's freaking him out! Has love finally found Horseback Hollow's last unfettered Fortune?

What should've been a week lasted a lot longer when Aurora asks her brothers friend Galen's help to be apart of a western wedding skit. He was only going to help as a understudy until a replacement was there but the replacement never came and Aurora have been tied together with each other for a while and can't help but give into that attraction that they have.

I'm not quite sure but I feel like there are a bunch of other books that go before this book. I just felt like pointing that out simply because of different areas of the book talk about his other siblings relationships. I could be wrong... Overall I did enjoy the book. I loved watching the relationship between the two and the steamy scene were pretty great. I loved that there was a dual point of view helping me enjoy each character more. I loved that there was a perfect mix of romance, drama and steamy scenes to keep things interesting.