Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas By Katie Ruggle

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Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas

By Katie Ruggle

(New to me Author)

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Holiday

Cowboy

Forced Proximity 

Childhood Crush

Single Dad

This was a great holiday mystery. I love how socially awkward Camille was and how she was able to connect with Steve's kids through that nerdy awkwardness. The mystery of all the fires was a great idea for a holiday romance. 

Big Nick Energy by Morgan Elizabeth

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Big Nick Energy

(Seasons of Revenge, Book 4)

By Morgan Elizabeth

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Holiday

Cowboy 

Single Mom

Single Dad

What a great holiday romance. I just absolutely loved that Nick became the Elf on the Shelf for those girls. What started out as a way to fix a blunder turned into so much more for all of them. The way all three of the girls, mom & daughters, had to learn how to trust again & Nick stepping up wanting to earn that trust just melted my heart!! 

The Highlander's Christmas Bride by Vanessa Kelly

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The Highlander's Christmas Bride

(Clan Kendrick, Book 2)

By Vanessa Kelly

(New to me Author)

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Historical Romance 

Holiday

Forced Proximity 

Single Dad

What a great story full of action and adventure. From beginning to end, there was mystery & suspense. I loved that fact that even though Donella was such a good & caring person, she  just couldn't cut it at a nun. Her sass & what were a joy to read. 

There's Something About Merry by Codi Hall

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There's Something About Merry

(Mistletoe Romance, Book 2)

By Codi Hall

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Holiday 

Boss' Daughter

Single Dad

Another cute, funny & charming holiday story. I just love how Victoria Winters collects stray people into her family. The way Clark's son & brother were included as family made my heart grow!! 

Love that Clark & Merry first started falling before they knew who the other was. But that they still made a connection in person really solidified their friendship.

A Little Twist by Tia Louise (ARC)

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A Little Twist
(Be Still, Book 2)
By Tia Louise

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Single Dad
Nanny
Fake Engagement
Small Town

Such a great story about trying to find your place in the world. Not everyone knows exactly what they what to do when they grow up and Cass is a prime example of what to do to find your passion. She has tried just about everything and is good at all of it.

I love that Cass & Alex had a back story to lead up to their present day romance. It really brought home the "good things come to those who wait" saying. Alex is so cool & collected it was fun seeing him lose his control with Cass. Also loved finding out about Pinky's mom & just how similar Pinky & Cass's stories are. 

Big Bossy Trouble by Lilian Monroe

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Big Bossy Trouble

(Manhattan Billionaires, Book 2)

By Lilian Monroe

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Billionaire 

Single Dad

Nanny

Accidental Pregnacy 

Layla & Leif are such a great couple. They both help balance each other. The connection between them was electric. I love that Layla helped Leif see he really wasn't happy with the life that he had been living. 

Layla is such a strong and independent woman. She is such a great example to her sister. Taking care of her sister & grandparents without thinking of herself is so selfless. She worked so hard to manage everything that it was so sweet to see her finally go after something for herself. But the best part was seeing Leif fight for Layla not just in words but in actions. 

Big Bossy Mistake by Lilian Monroe

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Big Bossy Mistake

(Manhattan Billionaires, Book 1)

By Lilian Monroe

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Billionaire

Single Dad

Nanny

Accidental Pregnacy 

A complete comedy of errors. They way everything happens for Dani and Emil makes you want to believe in fate. But it also left them each open for doubt. Dani is such a strong woman to be able to leave her old life behind and protect herself. But that also leaves her lonely until Bonnie. 

The way that both Dani and Emil change for each other without really meaning to or noticing is sweet. Dani starts to trust again, and Emil opens himself up to love of not just Dani but his children, friends, and family. 

Hello Doctor by Kelsie Hoss (ARC)

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Hello Doctor
By Kelsie Hoss

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🌶🌶🌶.5
Single Dad
Nanny
Childhood Friends
BBW
Second Chances
Fertility Awareness

Absolutely loved Liv & Fletcher's story. From the moment she learns he is back in town at her annual exam I knew I would love the comedy & banter. I not only laughed out loud throughout the book but the story also had me crying, swooning & fanning myself.

The love and care that Liv showed to Maya and how she made it her goal to bring her out of her angry shell and not just babysit but love life with her was heartwarming. Fletch was hurting and just as lost as Maya but being back in his hometown allowed him to remember who he was and who he wanted to be.

A Little Taste by Tia Lousie

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A Little Taste

By Tia Louise

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Single Dad

Family Feud

Second Chance

Mystery

Forbidden 

Work Place Romance 

Age Gap

Absolute perfection. 🤌

The perfect blend of mystery, romance & spice. The family feud storyline was great, but what made it brilliant was the family dynamics, psychic & carnies vs. law enforcement. It had total Romeo and Juliet vibes happening. 

The stairwell & ferris wheel scenes will forever be favorites of mine. Their physical connection was electric. Loved Owen & Edward's instant bond. There's nothing like a little boy & his dog!!

After his wife died, Aiden found out she had been cheating on him, which hardened his heart. Britt wanted to get away and make a name for herself without being linked to the crazy Bailey carnies. But as odd crimes start happening, Britt returns to help with the forensic side of the investigation and finds more than clues. She finds her way into Aiden's heart.

Saving the Single Dad by Ashley Munoz (ARC)

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Saving the Single Dad 

(Mount Macon, Book 3)

By Ashley Munoz

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Age Gap

Single Dad

Nanny

Best Friends Sister

Forbidden

Boxing

Small-town 

I fell in love with Liam's girls in book 2, and I am so glad that they got a book. They remind me of the girls from Despicable Me, and I am here for it. Their story is sad, but the love that Liam & Haley have for them help heal their hearts. Liam is struggling with his gym but refuses Colson or Haley's help.

Haley proves that being young doesn't always mean you don't know what you're doing or you haven't had hard times. Haley's childhood was not all rainbows & unicorns like most people assume of rich kids. I love that she never retaliated when her age or wealth was thrown into the ring, but she just proves everyone wrong.

I really enjoyed reading their love story. Those scenes in the gym, whew, were amazing. Ashley did not disappoint in the story or the spice!!

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. 

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. 

One Look by Lena Hendrix

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ARC Edition 

One Look

By Lena Hendrix

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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.

Change On The Fly by Maren Moore

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Change On The Fly

(Book 1, Totally Pucked Series)

By Maren Moore

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Hockey

Best Friends Brother

Friends with Benefits 

Single Dad

Loved Reed & Holland. The way Reed got custody of his nephew & how Reed's world just instantly changes was written so well. The way Holland has longed for Reed but never acted out of loyalty to her best friend was beautiful. 

Both Reed & Holland have had to overcome so much. They are both strong and their love connection is just as strong. Loved seeing Reed with Liam's girls. The nerf war that Reed & Evan walked into was hilarious!! 

Garnet Flats By Devney Perry

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Garnet Flats

By Devney Perry

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Small Town

Second Chance

Sports Romance

Single Dad

This was such a great book. I couldn't put it down. I especially love the UFC angle. Getting a look into quiet and stoic Talia was so good. Not everyone emotes the same, and it was great to see her opening up to her sister.

After meeting and falling in love with Foster Madden in college, Talia was heartbroken when he married her best friend. 

Seven years later, Foster is back to win Talia back. Moving to Quincy to be near Talia and train for an upcoming fight, Foster makes his feelings known from day one. 

After learning the reasons for his decision 7 years ago, Foster has to fight the biggest fight of his life, and that is to win Talia's love.

The Holiday Brothers Series by Willa Nash

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The Holiday Brothers Complete Series

By Willa Nash

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Small Town

This trio of holiday novellas really hit the spot with me. I did do individual reviews on Goodreads and Amazon, but decided to review here as the series since the stories are all written during the same time period but from the different points of view. (Genius IMHO)

📗Book One - Maddox & Nat

Single Dad, Nanny, Billionarie trope combo.

 

Love that they went to high school together, and they got a second chance when he decided to move home. It was a heart-wrenching story for his daughter and her relationship with her mom, but I loved how Nat could relate with her and was able to be a guide for her.

📕Book Two - Heath and Stella

Forbidden romance, work place romance, brother's best friend trope combo.

You could tell from book one that Heath was the lively and fun brother. And we first catch a glimpse of them together in book one when Nat walks in on them. 

It's the classic, I can't date you cuz you're my best friends sister, but secretly, they have been pining for each other. Finally giving in, they try and hide it, but then feelings get hurt. It's really well written.

📘Book Three - Tobias and Eva

Second Chance & Accidental pregnancy tropes.

College boyfriend/girlfriend ends badly with a refused proposal. Years later, they meet up and hook up for closure only to find out 6 weeks later (Christmas Eve) that she is pregnant. 

A lot of emotions in this one from both sides, but it was well written, and I loved how it ended.

A Pumpkin and a Patch by Jennifer Peel

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A Pumpkin and a Patch

By Jennifer Peel

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Single Dad

Forbidden Romance 

Small Town

This was a super cute and sweet fall read. I laughed so hard at "The Sisters" and some of the things they got up to.

After a story Josie wrote in her journal at 15 gets released around school she was bullied.  15 years later she is still struggling with coming to terms about this story and the feelings it evokes.

When Reece the object of that story comes back into her life he tries to help her come to terms with being the pirate girl. 

This is a super fun and well told story. Reminding us that the words we use towards others can have a lasting affect. It also tells the story of how we can become strong even if we are a victim and over come hardships.

Funny Feelings by Tarah DeWitt

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Funny Feelings

By Tarah DeWitt

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Rom-Com 

Single Dad

Slow Burn

Fake Dating

Such a great book. I laughed so much throughout the entire thing but also felt heart ache. I did love how the hear impaired was represented in this story.

Meyer is a single dad of a hearing impaired child. Ex stand up comedian turned writer who ends up managing Farley Jones an up & coming female comedian.

Farley is trying to make a name for herself in the stand up world & winds up finding a found family in Meyer & Hazel as well!! 

You could feel the tension between Meyer & Hazel which I love how the growth of their feelings was written. And once they gave in, it was worth the wait.

Heartless by Elsie Silver

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Heartless by Elsie Silver

Releases October 14, 2022

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Single Dad

Slow Burn

Small Town

Grumpy Sunshine

Forbidden Work Romance

Willa & Cade are my new favorites of Elsie's world!! That is high praise after a bull riding cowboy!! 

Willa is a bundle of sunshine that blows into Cade's quiet world & spins it off its axis. Cade is a quiet grump with a huge heart. He loves son & family more than anything which leaves very little for himself.

Willa is a fly-by-the-seat-of-her-pants type of gal who falls in love first with Luke Eaton, Cades 5 year old son. Showing love for a motherless (by moms choice) child really gets you in the heart.

Willa helps remind Cade that he is just as important as the rest of the family. Slowly she is able to coax the real sexy cowboy to make his appearance & boy were we not disappointed. You know the saying,"it's always the quiet ones" is relevant here.

Cross My Heart by Avery Maxwell

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Cross My Heart

By Avery Maxwell

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Single Dad

Forced Proximity 

Work Romance

Small Town

Traumatic Past

Whew, this book had me all over the place, but in a good way. Before I get in, please note Trigger Warning. Child abuse, violence, child abandonment, and language.

Now, with that said, this story had me in the heart from the beginning. These main characters, Dex and Lanie, both have traumatic pasts that follow them into the present.  Reading about their experiences had my poor mama heart just aching.

I loved how their characters developed throughout the story. Not to mention, I love all the side characters and banter. The MLM group text had me rolling!! My mama heart loved the bond and relationship Lanie had with kids.  I do feel the explanation of the bully and ex-wife was rather rushed, like build-up was far longer than the climax. But I am glad there was closure.