May 04

REVIEW: Runaway Love by Melanie Harlow

4.5 SMOOCHES!

    

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SYNOPSIS:

Yes, I’m a single dad who needs a nanny for the summer.

But hire the stranded runaway bride who shows up on my doorstep in a wedding gown with no references, no skills, and no experience?

No one is that desperate.

Except within twenty-four hours, down-on-her-luck Veronica Sutton manages to charm my kids, my family, and half the population of Cherry Tree Harbor into believing she’s perfect for the job.

And for me.

It’s not that I can’t see the appeal-those baby blue eyes? The endless legs? That mouth made for trouble? But I’ve got enough on my plate, raising two kids on my own and keeping the family business alive. I don’t have the time or the inclination to fall for an outspoken city girl.

So I should have kept my hands to myself.

Holding her in my arms was a big mistake. Even worse? Spending the night together. She ignites a possessive fire in me that I’m finding hard to snuff out.

But the most unforgivable? Growing attached to the sound of her laugh, the scent of her skin, and the way her body wraps around mine in the dark.

At the end of the summer, she’ll be gone.
And if I’m not careful, she might run away with my heart.

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REVIEW:

Melanie Harlow launches her new Cherry Tree Harbor series with Runaway Love, a quick, easy-reading and fun new contemporary romance featuring a runaway bride and grumpy single dad. I love Melanie Harlow’s writing style. It lends itself perfectly to the small-town trope. It’s cozy and warm while yet sweet, sultry and so very romantic. She’s also a very descriptive author, immersing her readers into these small towns and the worlds of her characters, and keeping them there with a creative, engaging plots and endearing characters.

Veronica lands in Cherry Tree Harbor on her wedding day after both the event and the relationship implode. Stranded in her wedding dress, she winds up at Austin’s house to apply for the job as the nanny to his adorable twins. A slow burn romance, Austin and Roni seemed to be in a constant state of will-they-or-won’t-they as their relationship built. The chemistry between them was electric, and they really struggled to keep it at bay. Austin’s grumpy nature was a stark contrast to Roni’s sunny yet spirited disposition. The forbidden love aspect of their relationship created a palpable tension that kept me fully invested in their story. The charming small town vibe was a captivating backdrop, and the side characters added depth and interest.

Runaway Love was sweet, steamy, swoony and sassy. I was looking for something lighter-hearted and this definitely fit that bill. The emotion in this story was just right–nothing too heavy, angsty or overly dramatic. With just enough heart, a good dose of humor and a whole lot of heat, this was a feel-good read that I devoured in a day. Runaway Love by Melanie Harlow gets 4.5 smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 

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May 03

RELEASE BLITZ WITH EXCERPT AND SURPRISE NEW RELEASE: Limited Edition Husband by L. Blakely AND Manhandled by L. Blakely

LIMITED EDITION HUSBAND, a fake marriage, friends-to-lovers M/M romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Lauren Blakely is available now! Scroll down for an excerpt!

Surprise! Lauren has also released, MANHANDLED, a friends to lovers M/M romance!

 

 

One night with no strings was supposed to be the plan…

 

 

A fake marriage standalone MM romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely writing MM romance as L. Blakely…

One night with no strings was supposed to be the plan.

After barely escaping my last train wreck of a romance, I’ve got a new dating goal—play it cool.

I stick to that strategy when I bump into a charming Brit I met once before. He’s newly out and eager for all the things he’s never done, so I make the helpful suggestion we jet off to the city of sin for the night, then say goodbye.

But instead, thanks to a bet and some bourbon, we’re saying I do.

And in the morning I’m asking myself what the hell have I done? But we’ll just undo the holy matrimony right this stinking second.

Except, the pics of our nuptials are splashed all over the Internet–the pro football player eloped!

Great, just great.

Now, my agent says we need to stay Mister and Mister until the brouhaha blows over.

Thirty days as fake husbands with the sexy, irresistible guy who’s determined to prove that he’s nothing like my ex?

My bruised heart can handle that as long as I don’t fall for my husband.

And I won’t. When we split for real, he’ll be an ocean away.

Contents include: A sarcastic, romance-phobic American football player, a charming and dirty-minded young British businessman, white-hot first times, dangerous decisions, and a sexy, witty, emotional fake marriage, first times MM standalone sports romance!

 

 

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A spicy friends-to-lovers standalone sports romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely writing MM romance as L. Blakely…

My buddies made me do it. I swear.

I didn’t plan to bid big on a date with my baseball player best friend at the auction. But he looked really good in that tailored suit, and I can’t resist a dare.

The media jumps all over the story – the city’s new quarterback nabs a date with the bigshot star shortstop.

Not so fast – we’re just friends.

Until we hit the links for the strictly platonic date I won. Suddenly I’m looking at my silver-tongued, devilishly handsome best bud in a whole new light–and it’s dark and dirty.

We cross way over the friendship line at my place that night, but in the morning we agree it can’t happen again. Trouble is, we can’t keep our hands off each other, especially not when we’re stuck in the same hotel room at our friend’s wedding.

But Tanner wants a real relationship, and I’m only serious about football. So when my second season as a starter begins next week, our late-night games (and talks, and sleepovers, and morning coffees) will have to end.

Except, as the cutoff looms closer, I’m feeling a whole lot more than friendship and that’s a big problem for my career…

Don’t miss this red-hot, friends-to-lovers, only-one-bed-in-the-room MM sports romance from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely!

 

 

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“…one of her most addictive M/M romances to date.” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

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EXCERPT:

The door is locked, and we stand by the row of marble sinks, his hands on my shoulders. “You okay? You want to leave?”

I take one breath then another.

“I don’t know,” I admit. I don’t know where to go next, what to do, what to say.

“We can hang here until you figure it out,” he says.

He would stay here with me while I sorted out my feelings. He’s that kind of person—the kind who stays.

“He’s not going to change,” I say, resigned. “He’s always going to put me down. But his insults don’t hurt the way they used to.”

“You stood up to him. I’m really fucking proud of you,” he says, gripping the collar of my shirt fiercely.

“You stood up to him too,” I point out.

“No one talks to my husband that way,” Nate says.

And just like that, I know what’s next. “I want to go. I want to leave with you. I want to spend this last night with you.”

 

 

 

About Lauren Blakely:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sweet, sexy and witty. She also writes USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance.

With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 65 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 5 million books. A Brown University graduate, Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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May 03

REVIEW: Limited Edition Husband by Lauren Blakely

5 SMOOCHES!

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SYNOPSIS:

A fake marriage standalone MM romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely writing MM romance as L. Blakely…

One night with no strings was supposed to be the plan.

After barely escaping my last train wreck of a romance, I’ve got a new dating goal—play it cool.

I stick to that strategy when I bump into a charming Brit I met once before. He’s newly out and eager for all the things he’s never done, so I make the helpful suggestion we jet off to the city of sin for the night, then say goodbye.

But instead, thanks to a bet and some bourbon, we’re saying I do.

And in the morning I’m asking myself what the hell have I done? But we’ll just undo the holy matrimony right this stinking second.

Except, the pics of our nuptials are splashed all over the Internet–the pro football player eloped!

Great, just great.

Now, my agent says we need to stay Mister and Mister until the brouhaha blows over.

Thirty days as fake husbands with the sexy, irresistible guy who’s determined to prove that he’s nothing like my ex?

My bruised heart can handle that as long as I don’t fall for my husband.

And I won’t. When we split for real, he’ll be an ocean away.

Contents include: A sarcastic, romance-phobic American football player, a charming and dirty-minded young British businessman, white-hot first times, dangerous decisions, and a sexy, witty, emotional fake marriage, first times MM standalone sports romance!

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REVIEW:

Fans of M/M romance need to brace for Limited Edition Husband by Lauren Blakely writing as L. Blakely. All of Blakely’s work is incredible, but the care she takes with her plotting, the romance build-up and character development in her M/M romances is evident on every single page, and she penned a not-to-be-missed, must-read masterpiece for lovers of the genre in this story. She employs the fake-marriage trope creatively in this contemporary sports romance between American football player, Nate Chandler, and newly out Brit, Hunter Coburn. I listened to the audiobook, and Teddy Hamilton, one of my favorite narrators, positively nailed his performance of the virile yet vulnerable, Nate. James Joseph is a new-to-me narrator, and he completely captured the charm of Hunter’s effervescence and innocence in his portrayal of him. The natural chemistry between these two narrators breathed life into Nate and Hunter, and coupled with Blakely’s addictive writing style and an engaging storyline, I was hooked from start-to-finish.

As is often the case, what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay there. Following a drunken night on the town, the Brit and the baller wake up in a bit of a predicament when they realize their one-night-stand didn’t turn out the way they planned. They got married, and things only become more complicated from there. The plot takes a twisting, turning, smoking hot journey as they navigate through the challenges of their fake relationship. Nate, still recovering from his ex’s betrayal and the end of his marriage, struggles as this fake relationship with Hunter starts to feel pretty real. Hunter—who’s going through trial by fire with the number of first-times he’s experiencing—is a ray of sunshine in their storm with his upbeat, positive personality, which is a breath of fresh air for Nate.

Blakely masterfully weaves the story of Nate and Hunter’s romance in Limited Edition Husband. From their adorable meet-cute—involving some well-placed pie—to the frantic, frenzied realization that they’re married and the passionate, emotional build-up of their fake relationship as it turns into something very real. Endearing characters, an entertaining plot and a steamy love story combine brilliantly to make this one of her most addictive M/M romances to date. Funny, fiery and full of feels, Limited Edition Husband is a stand-out in Blakely’s extensive catalog, and it’s landed on my list of top-favorite reads for the year. Five smooches from me for Limited Edition Husband by L. Blakely!

~Danielle Palumbo

 

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Apr 30

RELEASE BLITZ: Accidental Attachment by Max Monroe

ACCIDENTAL ATTACHMENT, an all-new secret-crush, forbidden romantic comedy from New York Times Bestselling Author, Max Monroe, is available now!

 

 

Chase Dawson is completely oblivious that he’s the star of the manuscript he just convinced his boss to green-light…

 

 

A successful writer accidentally sends her new (and super-dreamy) editor the wrong manuscript. Instead of the full-length paranormal novel she promised Longstrand Publishing, she sends the fan fiction she’s written about her crush…on him—including every detail of the hot, steamy “physical activity” she’s fantasized about happening between them.

And Chase Dawson may be the hottest man alive and a super-talented editor to boot, but he’s completely oblivious that he’s the star of the manuscript he just convinced his boss to green-light.

Brooke Baker has been through a lot in her thirty-one years of life.

A divorce.
A career change.
A move to New York City from “small-town” Ohio.
Not to mention, she has a bit of a medical condition that involves occasional fainting spells, mild embarrassment, and the companionship of her adorable service dog and canine sidekick, Benji.

But none of it has prepared her for this.

None of it prepared her for Chase Dawson.

Strong jaw, blue eyes, cut muscles, and a perfect swoop of superhero-worthy black hair, Chase’s features are those of a book boyfriend and then some. Obviously, Brooke would know—she literally filled an entire manuscript with it.

A manuscript no one was ever supposed to see.

Will she survive two months of revising and editing the sizzling romance she imagined with Chase in extremely close quarters with him? Or will the constant white lies and overwhelming attraction make her spontaneously combust?

 

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“…a light-hearted and fun romcom—the perfect mix of heart, heat and humor.” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

Check out Danielle’s 4.5 SMOOCHES review!

 

 

 

About Max Monroe:

A duo of romance authors team up under the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling pseudonym Max Monroe to bring you sexy, laugh-out-loud reads.

Max Monroe is the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of more than ten contemporary romance titles. Favorite writing partners and long time friends, Max and Monroe strive to live and write all the fun, sexy swoon so often missing from their Facebook newsfeed. Sarcastic by nature, their two writing souls feel like they’ve found their other half. This is their most favorite adventure thus far.

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Apr 30

REVIEW: Accidental Attachment by Max Monroe

4.5 SMOOCHES!

    

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SYNOPSIS:

A successful writer accidentally sends her new (and super-dreamy) editor the wrong manuscript. Instead of the full-length paranormal novel she promised Longstrand Publishing, she sends the fan fiction she’s written about her crush…on him—including every detail of the hot, steamy “physical activity” she’s fantasized about happening between them.

And Chase Dawson may be the hottest man alive and a super-talented editor to boot, but he’s completely oblivious that he’s the star of the manuscript he just convinced his boss to green-light.

Brooke Baker has been through a lot in her thirty-one years of life.

A divorce.
A career change.
A move to New York City from “small-town” Ohio.
Not to mention, she has a bit of a medical condition that involves occasional fainting spells, mild embarrassment, and the companionship of her adorable service dog and canine sidekick, Benji.

But none of it has prepared her for this.

None of it prepared her for Chase Dawson.

Strong jaw, blue eyes, cut muscles, and a perfect swoop of superhero-worthy black hair, Chase’s features are those of a book boyfriend and then some. Obviously, Brooke would know—she literally filled an entire manuscript with it.

A manuscript no one was ever supposed to see.

Will she survive two months of revising and editing the sizzling romance she imagined with Chase in extremely close quarters with him? Or will the constant white lies and overwhelming attraction make her spontaneously combust?

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REVIEW:

I absolutely loved Accidental Attachment by Max Monroe! This romantic comedy had me laughing out loud from the very beginning, and I didn’t put it down until I finished it. The characters were so well-developed and had such great chemistry, making their story feel real and believable. The plot was cleverly crafted, and full of the laugh-out-loud humor I’ve come to expect from Max Monroe.

I loved the witty and humorous banter between Brooke and Chase. The slow burn build-up of their relationship was so sexy and worth every single heart-palpitating second. Their interactions were hilarious, and made for some truly unforgettable moments. This was such a light-hearted and fun romcom—the perfect mix of heart, heat and humor. Accidental Attachment by Max Monroe gets 4.5 smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 

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Apr 26

COVER REVEAL: Sweet Regret by K. Bromberg

SWEET REGRET, a second-chance at first love, rockstar romance from New York Times Bestselling Author, K. Bromberg, releases June 1st! Check out this cover!

 

 

Title:  SWEET REGRET
Author:  K. BROMBERG
Genre:  STANDALONE CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Cover Design:  INDIE SAGE P/R
Photographer:  ANDREW GLEASON
Model:  DANIEL MARKUS
Release Date:  JUNE 1, 2023

 

 

Vince Jennings has had two loves in his life. Music and Bristol Matthews.

His guitar skills catapult him to stardom with the most popular rock band on earth.

But it takes walking away from Bristol—his first love—to make this happen.

Despite the groupies, the success, the fun, life under the bright glare of fame and fortune isn’t enough.

Deep, dark pain threatens to derail all he’s worked for, until fate brings her back into his life.

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Bristol Matthews has found and lost love earlier in life than most, but she is determined to keep moving forward and not look backwards.

Even though she is reminded of him every day.

Now, her long-held dream of becoming a lawyer is finally within her grasp. Until her boss assigns her a new client. The famous rock star Vince Jennings.

A man who can never know her truth.

A man who can see through her as if he still knows her.

The man who still loves her.

Something is different when their paths cross this time. Both are holding tightly to secrets that threaten to tear them apart. Isn’t that always how their story has gone?

Will this time around be different or no matter how true their love, is it just not meant to be?

 

 

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About K. Bromberg:

New York Times Bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary romance novels that contain a mixture of sweet, emotional, a whole lot of sexy, and a little bit of real. She likes to write strong heroines and damaged heroes who we love to hate but can’t help to love.

A mom of three, she plots her novels in between school runs and soccer practices, more often than not with her laptop in tow and her mind scattered in too many different directions.

Since publishing her first book on a whim in 2013, Kristy has sold over one and a half million copies of her books across eighteen different countries and has landed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers lists over thirty times. Her Driven trilogy (Driven, Fueled, and Crashed) is currently being adapted for film by the streaming platform, Passionflix, with the first movie (Driven) out now.

With her imagination always in overdrive, she is currently scheming, plotting, and swooning over her latest hero. You can find out more about him or chat with Kristy on any of her social media accounts. The easiest way to stay up to date on new releases and upcoming novels is to sign up for her newsletter or follow her on Bookbub.

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Apr 24

RELEASE BLITZ: The Hollywood Marriage Bargain by Lila Monroe

THE HOLLYWOOD MARRIAGE BARGAIN, a second-chance, fake dating romantic comedy from USA Today Bestselling Author, Lila Monroe, is available now!

 

 

There’s no way I’m getting swept up in his celebrity circus…

 

 

Fake date. Real trouble. Fall for a new trope-tactic, fake dating rom-com read from USA Today bestselling author, Lila Monroe! Perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Ali Hazelwood, and Emily Henry.

Jackson Kane is a hot Hollywood A-lister… and the first guy I ever loved. We spent a magical summer together ten years ago, but now he’s off dazzling on the red carpet, and I’m… up to my elbows in cranky plumbing, renovating my grandparents’ old B&B on Cape Cod. He’s the last man I’d expect to run into with a wet T-shirt and a Minions bra (don’t ask)  — until it turns out, he’s shooting his latest movie right here in Blackberry Cove.

And he wants me back.

There’s no way I’m getting swept up in his celebrity circus… until my bitchy cousin lays claim to our family heirloom engagement ring, and I need a fake boyfriend to beat her game. A handsome charmer with perfect acting chops… Now where can I find one of those…?

It’s supposed to be just for show, but Jackson is determined to show me our chemistry is just as strong as ever. And boy, is he impossible to resist. But between movie shenanigans, stroppy starlets, and – oh yes – the hoards of paparazzi suddenly trailing our every move, this fake date is more real than I ever imagined.

Can we find a way to take a second chance at first love? Find out in the hot & hilarious new romantic comedy from Lila Monroe!

 

 

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“…a sexy, sweet, swoon-worthy romance…” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

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About Lila Monroe:

Combining her love of writing, sex and well-fitted suits, Lila Monroe wrote The Billionaire Bargain. Lila enjoys writing, as it gives her a flexible schedule to spend time with her kids and a wonderful excuse to avoid them. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, who strips out of his well-fitted suits nightly.

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Apr 24

REVIEW: The Hollywood Marriage Bargain by Lila Monroe

 

4.5 SMOOCHES!

    

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SYNOPSIS:

Fake date. Real trouble. Fall for a new trope-tactic, fake dating rom-com read from USA Today bestselling author, Lila Monroe! Perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Ali Hazelwood, and Emily Henry.

Jackson Kane is a hot Hollywood A-lister… and the first guy I ever loved. We spent a magical summer together ten years ago, but now he’s off dazzling on the red carpet, and I’m… up to my elbows in cranky plumbing, renovating my grandparents’ old B&B on Cape Cod. He’s the last man I’d expect to run into with a wet T-shirt and a Minions bra (don’t ask)  — until it turns out, he’s shooting his latest movie right here in Blackberry Cove.

And he wants me back.

There’s no way I’m getting swept up in his celebrity circus… until my bitchy cousin lays claim to our family heirloom engagement ring, and I need a fake boyfriend to beat her game. A handsome charmer with perfect acting chops… Now where can I find one of those…?

It’s supposed to be just for show, but Jackson is determined to show me our chemistry is just as strong as ever. And boy, is he impossible to resist. But between movie shenanigans, stroppy starlets, and – oh yes – the hoards of paparazzi suddenly trailing our every move, this fake date is more real than I ever imagined.

Can we find a way to take a second chance at first love? Find out in the hot & hilarious new romantic comedy from Lila Monroe!

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REVIEW:

The Hollywood Marriage Bargain was another light-hearted, sexy and entertaining romantic comedy from Lila Monroe! This second-chance romance features a newly single Tessa back in her grandparents’ home town to renovate their B&B. Jackson is in town filming a movie—and trying to rekindle the magic of their romance from ten years ago. The chemistry between Jackson and Tessa was palpable and their banter was witty and fun. Lila’s writing style is engaging and flows well, making for a quick and enjoyable read.

The plot is well-paced and keeps the reader hooked throughout the book. The movie set background created a fun and interesting backdrop, and I loved the glimpses into the relationship pitfalls between an A list actor and a non-celebrity. An amusing plot and a sexy, sweet, swoon-worthy romance about a couple I was pulling for from the start made this an addictive, fun-to-read romance that kept me smiling the whole way through. The Hollywood Marriage Bargain by Lila Monroe gets 4.5 smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 

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Apr 24

RELEASE BLITZ WITH EXCERPT: Miss Hap by Aubrey Bondurant

MISS HAP, a new workplace romance from Aubrey Bondurant, is available now! Scroll down for an excerpt!

 

 

This mishap could be the best thing to ever happen to me…

 

 

Leonardo Chambers is the grumpiest man I’ve ever met – and he’s my new boss.

One moment he’s insufferable, but the next he’s unexpectedly thoughtful. It’s enough to make my head spin. Despite my unexpected attraction to him, I’m convinced we’d kill each other if left alone for too long.

But then suddenly he flips the script in the most unexpected way and I’m left with a choice to make.

Addison Moore is the hottest mess I’ve ever met – and she’s our new office manager.

Although we’re complete opposites, I can’t quit thinking about her. Which is why I end up crashing her date, and taking her back to my house instead. But what starts as fun ends up in an epic disaster.

I should leave her alone. But I can’t keep from thinking, this mishap could be the best thing to ever happen to me.

 

 

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EXCERPT:

Once he cranked the ignition, the sound of the engine made it impossible to hear anything else. Knowing him, he probably kept it noisy in order to ward off all chance of conversation.

We drove across town and outside of the city limits to a neighborhood I wasn’t familiar with.

“You know, I could save you the trouble of murdering me and burying the body by simply resigning.” I had to shout for him to hear me over the motor and road noise.

I’d meant it as a joke, but his eyes went wide, and he muttered what sounded like “Jesus” in response. “You’re not quitting your job. And I’m not killing you.”

“There’s a relief. I might not appear strong, but I’d put up a hell of a fight, make lots of noise, and end up making a big old mess on your cloth seats. Blood stains are impossible to get out.”

He shook his head, but at least I had his lips twitching.

Today he wore a dress shirt since he’d come from a sales meeting earlier. With his sleeves rolled up, showing off the tattoos on both his forearms, he made me hyper aware of his presence and how close we were to each other in the truck’s cab. I wasn’t typically a fan of long hair on a man, but the way Leo wore his tied back was incredibly sexy.

Good thing I’d rejoined the world of online dating. My date Friday night would serve as a distraction, so I could quit the imaginary dry humping of my boss’s boss.

After driving a few more minutes, he pulled into the lot of a strip mall. One of the stores was decorated with Christmas trees in the window and a sign which said, “A Christmas Story.”

“What is this?”

He cut the engine and turned toward me. “This is an apology. We’ll go in, and you can select all the decorations you want to spiff up the office and warehouse for Christmas. I shouldn’t have said what I did. Truth is, most of the guys who work at Delta missed holidays while deployed overseas and away from their families. So having some cheer in the office is a good thing. I’m sorry I’ve been grumpy about it. Or questioned you about doing real work. Dominic told me everything you’ve been doing with the new hire orientations, the website, and the new software. I should’ve been more appreciative, and I’m sorry.”

Dang. Leonardo Chambers gave one sincere apology. Still, the burning question had to be asked. “Why are you grumpy about it?”

“Just how I am about most things. But my moods shouldn’t dampen your enthusiasm. In only a few weeks, I’ve noticed morale way up and my employees happier than I’ve ever seen. You’ve done a great job, Addison.”

Oh, man, my eyes started to get misty. My last boss had never given compliments, and my parents were scarce with them too.

His expression showed impending panic. “I swear if you cry, I’ll take back anything nice I’ve ever said.”

“What, all two things?” I quipped, his distraction doing the trick of returning my composure.

He rubbed his chin. “Damn, that was one more nice thing than intended. I’ll have to be more judicious next time.”

Now I did smile. “Maybe, like, once a year?”

His lips curved up. “Deal, but if you tell anyone, then the whole murder plot idea is back on the table.”

 

 

About Aubrey Bondurant:

Aubrey Bondurant is a working mom who loves to write, read and travel.

She describes her writing style as: “Adult Contemporary Erotic Romantic Comedy,” which is just another way of saying she likes her characters funny, her bedroom scenes hot, and her romances with a happy ending.

When Aubrey isn’t working her day job, or spending time with her family, she’s on her laptop typing away on her next story. She only wishes there were more hours of the day!

She’s a former member of the US Marine Corps and passionate about veteran charities and giving back to the community. She loves a big drooly dog, a fantastic margarita, and football.

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Apr 21

COVER REVEAL: Forbidden Hearts by Corinne Michaels

FORBIDDEN HEARTS, an all-new small-town, single dad romance from New York Times Bestselling Author, Corinne Michaels, releases June 5th! Check out this cover!

 

 

Title:  FORBIDDEN HEARTS

Series:  WHITLOCK FAMILY (#1)

Author:  CORINNE MICHAELS

Genre:  CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Cover Design:  SOMMER STEIN, PERFECT PEAR CREATIVE

Photographer:  WANDER AGUIAR

Model:  ANDREW BIERNAT

Release Date:  JUNE 5, 2023

 

 

First rule of being a nanny? Don’t fall for the single dad, even if he is smoking hot.

But that’s exactly what happens when grumpy small-town sheriff Asher Whitlock reluctantly hires me to take care of his daughter for the summer. Neither of us is thrilled with the arrangement, but he’s desperate for help, and I need the money for grad school this fall.

All we need to do is keep our distance and remain professional . . . turns out, that’s easier said than done.

Instead of focusing on my future, all I see is the strong jawline, crystal-blue eyes, and rock-hard body right in front of me. We try to resist each other, but we end up crossing every line until I’m in his bed.

I tell myself it’s just this once.

Okay, twice.

All right, every night.

But it’s got to end–he’s fourteen years older than me, with a kid and a stressful job. Have I mentioned my dad is his boss? Then there’s the past I’m trying to forget. Secrets aren’t easy to keep and mine are getting too big to hide.

Walking away is never simple but when I do, I can’t look back.

Even if it means leaving behind the man I was never meant to love.

 

 

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About Corinne Michaels:

Corinne Michaels is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of romance novels. Her stories are chock full of emotion, humor, and unrelenting love, and she enjoys putting her characters through intense heartbreak before finding a way to heal them through their struggles.

Corinne is a former Navy wife and happily married to the man of her dreams. She began her writing career after spending months away from her husband while he was deployed–reading and writing were her escapes from the loneliness. Corinne now lives in Virginia with her husband and is the emotional, witty, sarcastic, and fun-loving mom of two beautiful children.

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