Category: Book Reviews


As mentioned in my earlier reviews of this ‘Whiskey River Series’, the Boots and the Blues are sure having their lives turned upside down with the discovery of a new family and the punches the women in their lives sure hit the heart, straight and hard.

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Wyatt Kelly may have all the money under the sky, but when it comes to women, he is a one night kind of a guy and when the stirrings of love and attraction seep into his heart, he is as scared as his brothers (and even more so), who finally found love. He may be the CEO of Kelly Boots, but he wants to be the hero of his woman’s heart, Juliette Rossi and that is a monumental task his head refuses to acknowledge.

But Juliette Rossi sends all his vows and determination exactly in the opposite direction – in the direction of actually wanting to make Juliette his very own. Juliette wants nothing more than making the lavender business into the next big thing with her cousin, and Wyatt is just a small speed bump in her life. One night between the sheets sets fire to their attraction and their hearts blazing. But there are insecurities to be atoned, egos to be stoked and fears to overcome.

And this love story definitely goes on a sweet and salty path as Wyatt and Juliette find their homecoming. It really is fascinating to read stories of the same series but written by different authors, yet maintaining the authenticity of the basic foundation, linking characters among their individual stories and keeping the readers captivated.

“One Night With The Tycoon” book three in the series, is penned by Katherine Garbera and what a fine job she does with Wyatt and Juliette. Arrogance, protectiveness and ego Wyatt spars with sassy, sexy and down to earth Juliette. With family support at its teasing best, with brothers coming together in support and understanding, this is one of those sweet stories that leave us wanting more.

Received an ARC from Tule Publishing via NetGalley for an honest review.

The Whiskey River series are as different and diverse as the amazing authors penning the love stories of the infamous Boots brothers along with their newfound Blues brothers.

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Book four of the series “One Night With The Bad Boy”, finds the IT genius Xander Blue, falling hard for the CFO of Kelly Boots, Bailey Richmond. With a reputation of a bad boy and number of notches under his belt, Xander is fascinated with Bailey, with her beauty and her brains and frustrated with the distance she wants to maintain between them.

Bailey has been bitten hard, once. And her stature as a single mother only keeps her from getting into any relationships that might hurt her or her son. Focusing on her career and spending as much times as possible with her son, she refuses to acknowledge the sparks of attraction that Xander evokes.

Then again, where there is love there is a way and persistence that pays off. But the road to a future has its share of ups and downs, fears and insecurities. With a billionaire’s heart on the line, a sassy damsel sure is fighting a losing a battle. Xander and Bailey are two strong and independent individuals, lovable to the core, imperfect and totally human and kind. Love these two!

Eve Gaddy sure weaves a captivating story around the Blue brother and Bailey. I loved her focus of giving equal importance to the relationship between the brothers as well as the romance. I admire Eve Gaddy for creating situations where the brothers interact with each other, be it professionally or on a personal level, the narration never lags nor does it lose its charm.

Another charming story of love, family and support “One Night With The Bad Boy”, will leave your heart with warmth and smiles of a happily ever after story.

Received an ARC from Tule Publishing via NetGalley for an honest review.

I am not sure what exactly was the trigger that took my interest away from this book. This is the first book in my reading history that took me more than a month in trying to finish it….trying been the operative word! To me the characters are important as much as the narration and the way the story falls into place. This is one of those books where the characters were just not in my wavelength.

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Andrea Dawson as the matchmaker just did not click with me. Her character was too sketchy and immature for a role of a matchmaker. Despite her redeeming qualities like her wit and reading people, she just did not cater to my reading pheromones.

Blake Donovan is one of the worst characters sketched. For a millionaire and a businessman, he is too childish and immature. He absolutely has no idea what he wants, and I have no clue what Blake’s hang-ups are for him to behave like a jerk.

Language and the plot of “Miss Match” are pretty good, unfortunately it completely missed its mark in catching my interest and honestly I couldn’t finish it. This was an unfortunate ‘mismatch’ to me

Received an ARC from St. Martin’s Press via NetGalley for an honest review.

Catherine Bybee’s Weekday Brides Series is one of the most beautiful and entertaining series I’ve read and have re-visited several times. I will miss these alpha males with their imperfections and attitude and their equally sassy and independent women.

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The grand finale of the series, “Treasured By Thursday” gives Gabriella Masini, a fitting fairy tale. For all the pain and betrayal that she had endured, the nightmares and scars that plague her in the present, she is one amazing woman who deserves the man of her dreams to cherish her, adore her and love her. And Hunter Blackwell fits that role like a glove.

Touted as one of the most eligible bachelors of times, self-made and a billionaire to the boot, Hunter Blackwell is on the lookout for a temporary wife to get away from the limelight. But when Alliance refuses to take him as a client, a man with the word ‘no’ not in his dictionary, manages to blackmail Gabriella into marriage.

Catherine’s trademark style of witty writing and emotional play of scenes is as always awesome and enthralling. I believe she’s spent an extra caring minutes creating Gabriella and Hunter. Gabriella has blossomed into a savvy and strong woman, overcoming a past that haunts her sometimes, yet it has helped in shaping her independence and individuality. Hunter is the ultimate businessman, ruthless but a heart of gold and when he cares for someone, he gives himself completely.

I loved, loved and loved both these amazing characters. Bringing together the complete entourage of her series was just pure orgasmic! And no words can do justice to this series. It has to be read to enjoy Catherine’s amazing characters and enjoy the screenplay of her various love stories.

Received an ARC from Montlake Romance via NetGalley for an honest review.

Naked Cowboys and Desiree Holt continue to stoke the embers of sexiness and suave as she once again takes us on a visit to Saddle Wells for another hot and sizzling love story.

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Andrew Mac McDaniel has only goal in life and that is to bring to justice the guy who was responsible for his twin sister’s death. His quest for justice brings him to Saddle Wells as his final destination to plot his kind of justice. And Saddle Wells and Nadia seem to grow on Mac and this may very well be the place to set roots.

As one of the top realtors for her area, Nadia Beloit has gone through some painful experience that brings her to Saddle Wells to sprout new roots. The citizens of Saddle Wells look out for each other and with a steady group of some amazing women, Nadia makes a life on her terms. Quiet and normal disappear the minute Mac walks in through her door.

With well meaning but matchmaking friends and their blessings, Nadia and Mac succumb to the sparks of attraction and very soon are burning down the walls around their hearts. Another intense, short and captivating read “Naked Heat” makes our hearts race with anticipation. Desiree Hold is damn good with writing novellas that seem to flow seamlessly page after page.

Another short and riveting love story “Naked Heat” has enough sizzle to heat up the sheets!

Received an ARC from Samhain Publishing via NetGalley for an honest review.

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