Title: This Is Kind of an Epic Love StoryAuthor: Kheryn CallenderPublisher: HarperCollinsLength: 304 PagesCategory: YA, ContemporaryAt a Glance: Though nowhere near on par with the two books it's compared to, This Is Kind of an Epic Love Story nevertheless won me over on its own merits, neither over promising nor under delivering.Reviewed By: LisaBlurb: A... Continue Reading →
Review: A Tender Curiosity by Charlie Cochet
Title: A Tender Curiosity Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 90 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal, Anthology At a Glance: A Tender Curiosity is, overall, a cute collection of short stories connected by being set in the 1920s and ‘30s. I appreciated the use of time appropriate dialogue and slang, and although it does make... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: Love Me Tomorrow by Ethan Day ~ Narrated by Jason Frazier
Title: Love Me Tomorrow Author: Ethan Day Narrator: Jason Frazier Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 5 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I enjoyed Love Me Tomorrow for combining the fairy tale fantasy romance of recognizing “the one” at first sight with the reality of how complicated emotions and relationship can be. And... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: Leaning Into the Look by Lane Hayes ~ Narrated by Nick J. Russo
Title: Leaning Into the Look Series: Leaning Into: Book Six Author: Lane Hayes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 20 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The emotion and heart of the story were really elevated by Nick J. Russo’s narration. Leaning Into the Look is an emotionally engaging story... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: With a Kick: Collection No. One by Clare London ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
Title: With a Kick: Collection No. One Series: With a Kick Author: Clare London Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hour and 40 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you like stories that feature characters whose lives and relationships are relatable, complicated but still sweet and enjoyable, brought to life by the... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: P.S. I Spook You by S.E. Harmon ~ Narrated by Noah Michael Levine
Title: P.S. I Spook You Author: S.E. Harmon Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: P.S. I Spook You is an enjoyable listen and if it is the first in a series, the slower pace to Rain’s coming to terms with his new... Continue Reading →
Review: Test of Valor by Keira Andrews
Title: Test of Valor Series: Valor: Book Two Author: Keira Andrews Publisher: Self-Published Length: 225 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Test of Valor is a successful sequel and a great ending to a wonderful love story. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: They’re free of the White House, but can their forbidden romance survive in the... Continue Reading →
Review: Tinsel Fixes Everything by Alex Jane
Title: Tinsel Fixes Everything Author: Alex Jane Publisher: Self-Published Length: 81 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: A host of loving family and supportive friends bulk up the cast in this novella and give Tinsel Fixes Everything a warm and homey feel I expect to find in a Holiday Romance. Reviewed By: Lisa... Continue Reading →
Review: To Be Honest by S.M. James
Title: To Be Honest Series: #lovehim: Book Three Author: S. M. James Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 412 Pages Category: Contemporary, Teen Fiction At a Glance: While there are some problems with the story, the message it tries to convey is an important one, and the story, overall, is entertaining. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Angus Reid... Continue Reading →
Review: Kip’s Monster by Harper Fox
Title: Kip’s Monster Author: Harper Fox Publisher: Self-Published Length: 232 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kip’s Monster is another winning read from an author who is always willing to go out on the proverbial limb to offer something just a little bit different to her readers. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: John “Oz” Osman is... Continue Reading →
Review: Game Changer by Rachel Reid
Title: Game Changer Author: Rachel Reid Publisher: Carina Press Length: 334 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Rachel Reid is a talented writer, and I look forward to reading more from her. This novel has some really good bones but just needed a bit more story to hold them together. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: New... Continue Reading →
Review: Shrewd Angel by Anyta Sunday
Title: Shrewd Angel Series: The Christmas Angel: Book Six Author: Anyta Sunday Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 297 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: I had so much fun with this one. Clifford and Pax are wonderful together, and I loved watching everything unfold. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Pax Polo is the swashbuckling guitarist... Continue Reading →
Review: An Everyday Hero by E.J. Russell
Title: An Everyday Hero Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: E.J. Russell Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 54 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: As a holiday offering An Everyday Hero has all the right elements to satisfy any romantic. This story was a win for me. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: When Adam... Continue Reading →
Review: A Gift of Time by Jaclyn Osborn
Title: A Gift of Time Author: Jaclyn Osborn Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 144 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: A Gift of Time accomplishes what a Holiday Romance is supposed to: it touched my heart, redeemed its ‘Scrooge’, and delivered a Christmas miracle that guaranteed a happily ever after for Jack and Caden.... Continue Reading →
Review: Exit Through the Gift Shop by Kim Fielding
Title: Exit Through the Gift Shop Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: Kim Fielding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 34 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Sit back and enjoy a bona fide magical love story between two sweet guys. This one is sure to satisfy the romantic in all of us. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Review: Perfect Day by Sally Malcolm
Title: Perfect Day Series: New Milton: Book One Author: Sally Malcolm Publisher: Carina Press Length: 187 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: But for one admittedly personal niggle that jerked me clean out of the story for a moment, Perfect Day is just about the perfect read if you’re looking for a second chances romance... Continue Reading →
Review: Holidays Are Where Your Heart Is by Bru Baker
Title: Holidays Are Where Your Heart Is Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: Bru Baker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 42 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This uplifting story left me with a smile on my face and the knowledge that the holidays are truly where your heart is, and I definitely... Continue Reading →
Review: The Captain’s Cornish Christmas by Catherine Curzon and Eleanor Harkstead
Title: The Captain's Cornish Christmas Series: A Captivating Captains Story Authors: Catherine Curzon and Eleanor Harkstead Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This short, heartwarming story will not take you long to read, but the feels will stay with you long after you have read the last words.... Continue Reading →
Review: Between the Lines by Sally Malcolm
Title: Between the Lines Series: New Milton: Book Three Author: Sally Malcolm Publisher: Carina Press Length: 73k Words Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Between the Lines was such a good read. I wholeheartedly recommend checking this one out! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Theo Wishart has given up on finding love. Luca Moretti doesn’t want to... Continue Reading →
Review: Death to Christmas Sweaters by LE Franks
Title: Death to Christmas Sweaters Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: LE Franks Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 56 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Chess and Benjamin have a well-written chemistry, and their HEA is both real and totally believable. I enjoyed this story, it made me smile. Totally recommended! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Review: Snowball’s Chance by Jocelynn Drake
Title: Snowball's Chance Series: Ice and Snow Christmas: Book Three Author: Jocelynn Drake Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 142 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Snowball's Chance is a sweet, low angst, sexy and romantic, Holiday Romance lover's treat. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Christmas is a time of love, second chances…and getting stuck on... Continue Reading →
Review: Mascara & Bandages by Brandon Witt
Title: Mascara & Bandages Series: Mary's Boys: Book Three Author: Brandon Witt Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 121 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Between Witt’s skill and the inherent charm in the story, I liked the book and recommend it. The rating is more a reflection on my personal nitpicks and not so much the... Continue Reading →
Review: Love Around the Corner by Sally Malcolm
Title: Love Around the Corner Series: A New Milton Novella Author: Sally Malcolm Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 117 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Love Around the Corner is such a satisfying read, every bit as endearing as its cover and perfect for snuggling up with on a cold winter day. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Review: The Husband Gambit by L.A. Witt
Title: The Husband Gambit Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 489 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Overall, this is an entertaining romance, and I definitely recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Marry me for 1 year. Payment: $1.2 million. Hayden Somerset is convinced the ad is a joke, but he responds anyway because,... Continue Reading →

