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To Catch an Earl by Kate Bateman My rating: 4 of 5 stars Emmy Danvers wasn't supposed to touch anything unless she was going to steal it. But she broke that rule when she touched Alex Harland. She was happy to watch him from afar and daydream. But she had to take a chance before he left. Now four years later he's an agent working with Bow Street trying to solve the one case that's haunted him. Who was the mysterious woman who stole a kiss from him before he left for war? When the infamous Nightjar resurfaces, Alex finds himself constantly running into the tempting Miss Danvers. Do you love grumpy hero's? Cause Alex Harland is it. The more he falls for Emmy the grumpier he gets. And even as they grow closer, having to lean on one another, Alex has a hard time trusting Emmy. Even knowing that we would get HEA and that they had great chemistry, I worried these two wouldn't make it. ARC was provided by St. Martin's Paperbacks via NetGalley View all my review...

Bull riding is all Gavin’s known for years, but when it’s time to retire, he can’t let go of the reckless lifestyle. He finds a job that brings him to a small-town Texas ranch and face-to-face with the woman who snuck out after their one-night stand. She can pretend she’s over him, but he’s not letting her go that easily. Maize Bishop spends her days cooking and baking for her family’s bed and breakfast. The last thing she has time for is a relationship, especially when there are no single men within a hundred-mile radius. When a mysterious newcomer flirts with her over drinks, she gives in to his mesmerizing green eyes and goes home with him. Now that he works for her family’s ranch, she’ll avoid him at all costs. There are only so many places to hide, and keeping her distance is easier said than done. After months of giving her space, Gavin’s tired of waiting for Maize to admit what he knows they both want—a second round between the sheets. It may only...

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Issued the first novel in the Navy SEALs of Little Creek, a contemporary romance series by Paris Wynters. Fans of the marriage and arrangement trope will love this steamy new series. Blurb: She needs a total life reboot…even if it means marrying a stranger Taya Maverick has just volunteered to marry a random Navy SEAL as part of the military’s new spouse-matching program. What other choice does she have? Her former best friend killed her father and torched her house. Taya’s determined to start over, but to be safe she has to disappear. The program is the perfect opportunity, complete with refuge and a built-in bodyguard. Her Navy SEAL husband can keep her safe, right? After one spectacularly disastrous marriage, Jim Stephens nixes round two. But his commanding officer never accepts no for an order. While an injury may have sidelined him temporarily, Jim still needs to salvage his career after a mistake in combat puts him in leadership’s cross-hairs. Being the first in t...

Out of Night by Kellie Butler Publication Date: June 24, 2020 Raleigh Hills Press Paperback & eBook; 328 pages Series: The Laurelhurst Chronicles, Book 4 Genre: Historical Fiction How long can you run from yourself? 1968. In the continuing bestselling Laurelhurst Chronicles family saga series comes a gripping, moving tale of separation, self-discovery, new beginnings, and reconciliation. Kate. A mainstay on Swinging London’s party circuit for years, Kate is plunged into a sordid world when Lord Elliott Cutterworth kicks her out of her home and takes custody of their daughter, Violet after she relapses on her journey to sobriety. Separated from her family, she’s determined to get clean and regain custody of her daughter. On the run from Elliott and her old life, she finds assistance in her reluctant brother-in-law, Edward Cavert, who is running away from some secrets of his own. Can she reconcile her past and face down Elliott? Lydie. ...

The Devil's Own by Liana LeFey My rating: 4 of 5 stars If you're looking for a slow burn, this is the book for you! It drove me crazy and I enjoyed every second of it. Miss Mary Tomblin has her sights set on the vicar. Besides his vocation, his position offers her a chance to put roots down. She knows she'd make an excellent wife and seizes the chance to help him with his pastoral duties while his leg heals. Lord Devlin Wayward is visiting his family for the first time in quite some time. He lands himself and his twin into some trouble when he breaks his leg while pretending to be his brother. They decide to swap places. I did go in thinking this book would be lighter than it actually was but it did not take away from the story. I appreciated the growth both of our main characters experienced. Looking forward to Daniel's book. ARC provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley View all my reviews Pick up a copy today! Amazon Barnes & Noble ...

No.9 xo Alicia

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Pirate's Persuasion by Lisa Kessler My rating: 5 of 5 stars I can't remember the last time I read a pirate romance. This one did not disappoint. I'm giving it 4.5 stars. Drake Cole is an immortal pirate. Two hundred years ago he and the rest of the Sea Dog crew sank with their ship. A young stowaway died that night. And he's contacted local medium Heather Storrey with a message for Drake and asks her to protect Drake from the woman controlling his spirit. When Heather delivers the spirit's message, he is attacked, hearing the scream of a banshee. A dark coven is in possession of the figurehead from the Flying Dutch. Heather and the crew from the Sea Dog must find the relic soon, as the attacks grow stronger and anyone else gets hurt. This is the fourth book in the Sentinels of Savannah series. And can be read as a standalone. This was also my first book from this author and I really enjoyed it. Heather has always felt different and at times bullied but the se...

Wrong Bed, Right Brother by Rebecca Brooks My rating: 4 of 5 stars Amanda has had a crush on her co-worker Luke since forever. In six weeks his moving across the country with his twin brother Noah. They're staying with friends at a house upstate and Amanda decides that its time to make something happen. So she sneaks into his room. She gets into bed with him and he pulls her close and they start kissing but when she moans Luke's name he jumps out of bed. Turns out its Noah. And they hate each other. These two had good chemistry especially those first few hook-ups! Those were fire. And though they both know that it shouldn't have happened they can't seem to fight the attraction. They both had their issues but find a way to work through these issues before its too late. This is the fourth book in the Accidental Love series ARC provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley View all my reviews Grab a copy and enjoy! Amazon Barnes & Noble Kobo x...

Summer on Honeysuckle Ridge by Debbie Mason My rating: 4 of 5 stars Abby Everhart was living out of her car before discovering that her Great Aunt has left her Honeysuckle Farm in Highland Falls, North Carolina. She plans on putting it on the market to help her get back on her feet. But what she finds is a serious fixer-upper and a man living on the property, who claims her left the property to him. Hunter MacKenzie is an ex-Delta Force soldier hiding away on the place that feels like home since his return from the war. He doesn't want to spend any time with this woman who annoys him. But the more time they spend together makes it harder to deny the spark he feels for her. This was my first Debbie Mason book, and I enjoyed this sweet romance. With the charm of a small Scottish town, who celebrate Highland Games. FYI this has nothing much beyond kissing. And I'm looking forward to Mallory and Gabriel's book. This book was provided by Forever. View all my reviews ...

No. 8 xo Alicia

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Small Town, Big Secrets by Elsie Davis My rating: 4 of 5 stars This book was short and sweet.. Single mother Becky has to raise money to pay for her son's surgery. She's willing to do anything to help her son but accept help from the brother of the man who broke her heart? Steve Parker wants to win his local DA election, One way to do that would be to get married. And he has his eye on Becky McAllister. I really enjoyed reading this book, it was well written and liked all the characters. But I had a hard time connecting with these two. ARC provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley View all my reviews

Royal Bastard by Avery Flynn My rating: 5 of 5 stars Nooooo! I don't want it to be over! And to think I almost didn't request this! Royalty tropes are not my usual reads. But reading the synopsis changed my mind. Our hero is Nick Vane, an American, who was allowed to keep the family name as ling as his father returned to England to fulfil his duties. Now his grandfather the Earl of Englefield is looking to make Nick his heir. Brooke is the Earl's personal secretary tasked with getting Nick to the estate. Her persistence wears him down. And he finds himself flying to England. Loved their chemistry. View all my reviews Pick up a copy for yourself! Amazon Barnes & Noble Google Play xo Alicia

A SCOT TO WED A Scottish Hearts Novel © 2020 Callie Hutton “Stop grinning like a loon, brother. The lass is still a stranger to us, and we need to watch ourselves around her.” “What?” Alasdair had the nerve to laugh. “If ever there was an uncomplicated lass, it’s that one.” He motioned with his thumb toward the ceiling. “And what do ye ken of complicated lasses? Most of yer bed partners have no more brains than that goat.” He waved his cup in the direction of the animal standing in the library doorway. He dropped his coffee cup and jumped up “What the hell is that?” Alasdair turned in his chair. “I think ye already said it. Appears to be a goat.” The animal stared at him, then ambled into the room. “What the blasted hell is a goat doing in the house?” “Oh, so sorry, my laird.” Meggie rushed in after the animal. “I’ll take him outside.” “Is he one of the tenant’s goats?” Evan asked as the animal walked farther into the room, looking around like he owned the place....

No. 7 xo Alicia

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First Kiss with a Cowboy by Sara  Richardson My rating: 4 of 5 stars Jane Harding is heading home for her best friends wedding. She was not expecting Toby Garrett to be there. The first boy she kissed, the inspiration for the hero in the romance novel she wrote. He annoys her and now they have to spend time together as they help their best friends prepare for their wedding. They both have suffered loss and it's kept jane from really living. The loss of her father keeps her from seeking out adventure and that Toby has a rodeo career keeps her from wanting to give her heart to the man who has been her crush since high school. I love cowboy romances! I like small-town romances as well and the fact that they have to work together means Jane gets to see that Toby is not what she assumed he was. Thanks to Forever for providing a copy of this book. View all my reviews Pick up a copy today~ Amazon Barnes and Noble Google xo Alicia

A Scot to Wed by Callie Hutton My rating: 4 of 5 stars Even though this novel was a little on the short side for me. It packs quite a punch. Mistress Katie Sterling arrives at MacDuff Castle claiming the land that Laird Evan MacNeil was legally inherited. With no plans to stay at the estate Evan agrees to let Katie manage the estate in his absence. Especially since some of her clansmen are set to arrive Now he's visiting with his tenants before he leaves, with Katie along also. And of course the more time they spend together, only fuels their growing attraction. ARC provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley View all my reviews Preorder a copy today! Amazon Kobo Enjoy! xo Alicia

I think I finally got my reading mojo back. Only thirty of the books I read this month are pictured here. I started the month off with the Hell Fire Riders Series from Kati Wilde and The New Camelot Series by Sierra Simone. Which were among a few of my favorites this month.  I actually read 41 books! 10  ARC 4   Read Me Romance 19  Kindle Unlimited 6   Audible Escape 2   Physical books from Forever Now back to reading~ xo Alicia