That First Night (ARC) By Jenn McMahon

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That First Night

By Jenn McMahon

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🌶🌶🌶🌶

Single Dad

Billionaire 

Second Chance

Nanny

What a fantastic debut novel!! I immediately fell in love with all the characters and can't wait to read their stories. James has to be the cutest, and Thomas is swoon worthy!!

Peyton is a shy girl who meets Mr

 Hot & Sexy at a fundraiser gala. But circumstances separate them. The chemistry between them is electric and the scenes will leave you panting!!

Thomas knows this girl is something special and spends time looking for her after their meet cute at the gala. He is the epitome of book boyfriend, and the love he has for James & Peyton is awe-inspiring. 

Time For You (ARC) By Renee Harless

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Time For You

(Sunny Brook Farms, Book 1)

By Renee Harless

(New to Me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Small Town

Reverse Grumpy Sunshine

Sports Romance

Hockey

Second Chance

Found Family

You had me at small town and hockey! It is a great story about two lost souls who find each other in the middle of nowhere. Love the reverse grumpy sunshine angle here. 

This story is full of family & love. The Easterly family is definitely one I would live to be a part of. And the Chisolm family taking in Colton just shows the love they have for him. 

Both Autumn & Colton are reeling from past mistakes in their lives, and both come to Ashfield to luck their wounds & regroup. Only they find more than they were looking for in each other & the old Easterly house on the hill.

Coach (ARC) By Devney Perry

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Coach

By Devney Perry

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

🌶🌶🌶.5

Sports

Football

Second Chance

Small Town

Single Dad

Friends to Lovers 

Work Place Romance

Such a great book. Ford and Millie are such a sweet couple. Love that Ford is willing to do anything for his daughter, even give up his best friend. 

Millie is the sweetest & I love the female AD angle. She is so knowledgeable about sports and I am here for it. 

10 years after ghosting his best friend after their 1st kiss to become a Dad, Ford is back in Mission MT to coach at TSU. What he doesn't know is Millie is still there at TSU as an assistant AD. I love the dynamic between Joey & Ford. Being a parent is really like that, one minute you are happy the next your fighting. And the friendship Joey forms with Millie is great. 

Forbidden Hero By Jackie Walker

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Forbidden Hero

(Redleg Security, Book 2)

By Jackie Walker

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶🌶

Ex Military

Friends to Lovers

He Falls First

Best Friends Sister

Forbidden

Broken Heroine

DV Awareness

Found Family

Absolutely LOVED this book. The humor that Sawyer has and Sammy's internal monsters were hilarious. Their sense of humor and friendship is, I feel, the strength of their relationship. The banter is  🤌.

Growing up in foster care, Sawyer turned used his humor to survive. Not wanting to lose his found family, the Mason's, Sawyer puts his feelings for Sammy away until she returns from the dead.

After escaping her ex-husband and returning from the dead, Samantha (Sammy) turns to her family & therapy to help heal. After two years, she is feeling stronger than ever until someone tries to kidnap her. 

As Sawyer and Sammy give in to their feelings, sparks fly, and feelings intensify as danger comes ever closer. 

The Billionaire Shifter's Curvy Match By Diana Seere

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The Billionaire Shifter's Curvy Match 

By Diana Seere

(New to me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️.75

🌶🌶🌶🌶

Shifter

Paranormal

Billionaire 

Fated Mate

BBW

This was a great take on the fated mate legends. The One being a legend in of itself was a new spin. The other interesting take was that different shifter animals within the same family. 

The chemistry was magnetic and very steamy. Loved the curvy woman representation as well. The book did leave a lot of unanswered questions but not necessarily on a cliffhanger.

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

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The Friend Zone

(Book 1)

By Abby Jimenez

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Friends to Lovers

Infertility

Such a great book!! I was laughing, crying, and cheering them on the entire way. As someone who struggled with infertility, I can say that it is definitely an emotional time. I love how the issues that Kristen had were portrayed and how we got to see Josh's point of view as well.

I love that they became best friends before anything else happened. Loved their quirky side and the doglet sayings on the shirts for Stuntman Mike. It was hilarious.  

Feels Like Home by Melissa Grace (ARC)

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Feels Like Home

(Midnight in Dallas, Book 4)

By Melissa Grace

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Chronic Illness

Friends to Lovers

Found Family

Another great book by Melissa Grace!! I feel that Katie and Dallas' story started early on in the series, but I loved seeing them make that jump from friends to Lovers.

As someone who suffers from chronic pain, Melissa really captured the struggle of not only the patient but also their support system as well. Seeing Dallas discover something just for him and not for others was another highlight.

I laughed so hard during this book but also felt the real heartache for Katie. Not to mention the small looks into heart-wrenching saga that is Luca.

Kye: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

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Kye

(Project Arma, Book 8)

By Nyssa Kathryn 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Ex Military 

Enhanced Soliders 

Small Town

Strong FMC

Action

Suspense

Samantha is such a strong character. To have endured all she did and still come out fighting shows her inner strength. No wonder Kye was smitten with her.

After being taken by Carter to finish the microchip project, Samantha finds a ray of hope when Kye is captured and is in the cell next to her. Before they are able to escape, Samantha discovers an unknown player. 

Kye and his team still have to protect Samantha against people still trying to take her to make more microchips. The twist at the end I did not see coming and I loved it. It's a great series, and I can't wait to dive into Logan's team series.

Oliver: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

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Oliver

(Project Arma, Book 7)

By Nyssa Kathryn 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Ex Military 

Enhanced Soliders 

Amnesia 

Strong FMC

Small Town

Just when I think Nyssa Kathryn can not top her last book, she throws this amnesia trope with a twist into the mix. 

To say Tori is one bad ass woman is an understatement. After waking up with Amnesia, she finds a note from Oliver in her pocket along with lots of cash. Not knowing where to go or who to trust, she turns to Oliver & his team.

After an unforgettable night, Oliver believes he will never hear from Tori again. Imagine is surprise when she turns up in their free self-defense class. Only to discover she doesn't remember him quite like he had hoped. 

Uncovering who she is and why she showed up in Marble Falls with lots of cash is a mystery they unravel together. Only problem? All signs point to Project Arma's involvement.

Bodie: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

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Bodie

(Project Arma, Book 6)

By Nyssa Kathryn 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Small Town

Ex Military

Enhanced Soliders 

Cinnamon Roll

Bodie did not disappoint! I loved how patient and gentle he was with Maya. He was definitely a gentle giant. 

And sweet Maya, going from having no one to care about her to all these people now caring was a sad struggle to read. The fact she thought she couldn't love or be loved was just heart-wrenching. 

Enjoyed this plot twist with Project Arma. Explained a lot with the leaks and lack of leads. 

Wyatt: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

I think we can all agree, I am in my Nyssa Kathryn Era right now!!

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Wyatt

(Project Arma, Book 5)

By Nyssa Kathryn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Best Friend's Sister

Ex Military

Enhanced Soliders 

Small Town 

Strong FMC

I loved Quinn's confidence from the beginning. She is a great investigator with the drive to keep searching for the story. She also has a kind heart, not to mention a bad ass older brother who made sure she could defend herself. The joy I had in seeing her fall in love with a totally different career was refreshing. 

Wyatt is the quiet but steady neighbor Quinn needed. Even though he knows who she is and that she is hiding something, he gives them time to really get to know each other. I love that there was no misunderstanding trope with them. 

Project Arma took a blow last book, and this time, it was about trying to rebuild. Using non military people it definitely let Quinn's strength shine through the pages but also opens up the team to more what-if scenarios.

Mason: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

Who is shocked? Not me. Really though this series is amazing!!

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Mason

(Project Arma, Book 4)

By Nyssa Kathryn 

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Ex Military 

Enhanced Soliders 

Small town

Damsel in Distress

Action

Suspense

Oh, Mason and his poor, distrusting heart.  After a leak of info occurs, Mason becomes more paranoid about outsiders. Enter in Dr. Sage Porter, who Mason has already realized, just how drawn to her he is. After placing a bug in her phone, Mason realizes he has more questions than answers.

Dr. Sage Porter wants to help Lexie and Asher, but she also has her own personal reasons for helping the team who is actively seeking to take down Project Arma. As time moves forward & her safety at risk, Sage has to trust the team, but when her family is involved, she has a hard time trusting they will be safe.

Such a great storyline and how their relationship evoles is great. Watching her struggle with what is morally & ethically right versus what she wants is heart-wrenching. Because what wouldn't we do for our loved ones?

Asher: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

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Asher

(Project Arma, Book 3)

By Nyssa Kathryn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Friends with Benefits 

Accidental Pregnacy 

Ex Military 

Enhanced Soliders

Small Town

Asher is the carefree, easy-going guy in the SEALs group. Being drawn to Lexie from day one, it was great to see how their love story evolved from phobic to becoming a father.

Lexie is the blunt, fun, confident woman in the group. When she admits to catching feelings, their friends with benefits situation quickly dissolve. But throw in an unexpected pregnancy that makes her stay away, not so easy. 

Having an enhanced soldiers' child quickly proves to be a physical challenge as well as a security challenge. Project Arma is still sneaking around, and this pregnancy brings more players into the mix. 

Eden: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn

I can't get enough of this series!! Seriously binging these so fast, even for me!!

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Eden

(Project Arma, Book 2)

By Nyssa Kathryn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Ex Military

Enhanced Solider

Grumpy Sunshine 

Broken Hero

Broken Heroine

Second Chance

Action/Suspense 

Did I just binge book 2 in a day? Yes, I did. Eden did not disappoint. Eden is the grumpiest Broken Hero with the biggest heart. His love for Shylah is all-encompassing. 

Shylah is a badass who took on so much by herself to help Eden and his team survive. No spoiler, but I'm glad she was able to explain her side of the story and where she has been.

The newest twist with Project Arma serum was so interesting. The project expanding has caused lots of new problems for the team. Can't wait for Asher & Lexies story.

Baiting the Maid of Honor (Novella) By Tessa Bailey

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Baiting the Maid of Honor

Novella

By Tessa Bailey

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Opposites Attract

Wedding Party

Broken MC

This was a great quick read. Trying to be perfect all the time Julie meets her match in Reed who sees Julie for herself and not for what she can do for him or others. Getting her to loosen up and give up control is a whole different ball game. 

Reed is a SWAT team leader who is dominating in the bedroom but never forms attachments. Now he has meet his match in Julie, who causes him to see past the one night stand and makes him think he might be worthy to have her. Getting him to see his worth is harder than Julie thinks.

Luca: Project Arma by Nyssa Kathryn (New to me Author)

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Luca

(Project Arma, Book 1)

By Nyssa Kathryn (New to Me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Ex Military

Enhanced Soliders

Small Town

Action/Suspense

On the run

Forced Proximity 

Broken FMC

Did I just devour this book? Yes, I did. It kept me on my toes and coming back for more. After barely escaping with her life, Evie has been on the run and in hiding for almost a year. For as broken as she thought she was, Evie has a quiet strength that just makes you root for her to win for once.

After unknowingly gone through an enhancement program within their Seals division, Luca and his team are looking for the people behind it to make them pay. But when Luca first sees Evie, he is drawn to her. He is so patient and gentle with Evie that it just makes your heart ache!!

Living next door, Luca keeps his eyes & ears open for anything out of place. He knows that Evie is on the run but doesn't realize the extent until after she starts to work for Luca and the team. 

The Alphas Fated Encounter By Roxie Ray (New to me Author)

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The Alphas Fated Encounter

By Roxie Ray

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Werewolves 

Fated Mate

Paranormal

This was a great book. A little long which is the only reason I gave it 4⭐️. I really loved the detail and story build up from the Royals to Maddy not knowing she was a shifter. 

There were a lot of side plots I could see developing like Sebastion and Ali, Donatello's entrance to the story and help along with the reptile shifters. 

Kade by Jenna Myles

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Kade

(The Brash Brothers series, Book 1)

By Jenna Myles

(New to me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶.5

Billionaire

Grumpy Sunshine

Slow Burn

Broken Boy

Strong FMC

Forced Proximity 

MMA 

Savior complex meets strong MMA female fighter. Great dynamic between Kade & Becca. Diving into his past unleashes insecurities and doubts all, while Becca tries to be strong and take care of herself.

Becca knows her worth, even though she has had a string of really bad luck. Kade always seems to fall for the damsel in distress but doesn't realize Becca isn't in distress. This book is a really slow burn but once they burn they set flames!!

One Look by Lena Hendrix

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ARC Edition 

One Look

By Lena Hendrix

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶🌶

Small Town

Grumpy Sunshine

Single Dad

Nanny

Football

Found Family

Oh, I did not want this to end. Professional Funeral Mourner and a retired professional football player turned coach is a match made in heaven. 

Lark was just a ray of sunshine while Wyatt was the a stressed-out single dad just trying to keep from drowning. Larks easy care free nature balanced Wyatts grumpy controlled freak nature. The banter was hilarious, and I have to say the side characters just make this story and town come to life. 

From the 3 college athletes that were under their care to all the King's & Sullivan's not to mention Eggburt & Cheeto!! Penny was fun and carefree, which worked well with Lark. I can not wait for the rest of the Sullivan's to have their stories told.