Yoga Pant Nation by Laurie Gelman (Class Mom #3)

 

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Hilarious series that only gets better! Yoga Pant Nation is the 3rd book in the Class Mom series and the funniest by far.

Jen Dixon is back in this story for Max's last year at William Taft Elementary, with drama a-plenty. Her parents are showing signs that they need long-term care, and there's a custody battle for her granddaughter that could result in her living out of the country.

I love the unfiltered humor in which Jen tackles life's problems. She has a genuinely kind heart, but her abrupt people skills often have to be taken with a grain of salt. I honestly wish there were more people in the world like her, and I'd LOVE to attend a PTA meeting with that kind of mom.

Lots of family dynamics come into play with this book, taking you on a journey of laughter, emotions, and the genuine feel-good comedy that I've come to love from this series!

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SUMMARY:

Jen Dixon of Overland Park, Kansas -- fearless mother of a fifth-grade boy and two thirty-something daughters -- is used to juggling a lot, from her mission to become a spin instructor, to stepping in as the most acerbic class mom ever (again), to taking care of her two-year-old granddaughter. But when the PTA president throws her a mandate to raise $10,000 for the fifth-grade class, even unflappable Jen is going to need more than her regular spin class to get her through this final year at William Taft Elementary School.

In the midst of new complications -- organizing the class overnight to Topeka, an unexpected spin class fan in the form of her husband's crazy ex-wife, and trying to navigate her parents' sudden descent into apparent delusions -- Jen hardly has the patience to listen to yet another half-baked idea (come on ladies, another wrapping paper sale?) from WeFUKCT (We Fundraise Until Kingdom Come Team), her fundraising committee. But if anyone can get elementary parents to pull off the impossible, it's Jen Dixon.

With her always irreverent and laugh-out-loud humor -- boldly holding forth on those things you're thinking, but would never dare say out loud -- Laurie Gelman shines a light on the indignities and hilarities of modern parenting.

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Waiting for Tom Hanks by Kerry Winfrey

 

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I want to binge-watch rom-coms now! Waiting for Tom Hanks was a pleasant surprise for my rom-com loving soul. This is the second time reading this and I loved it even more with the audiobook bringing the characters to life.

This feel-good story will remind you of all the amazing reasons why you love films like "You've Got Mail", "Two Weeks Notice", etc. There were so many points that I related with Annie, especially our mutual love for all things Nora Ephron.

If you're looking for a great summer vacation read, I'd highly recommend packing this one in your suitcase! Such a delightful look at not only the movie business, but how relationships are viewed from someone who truly believes in happily ever afters and meet-cute's.

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Can a romcom-obsessed romantic finally experience the meet-cute she always dreamed of or will reality never compare to fiction, in this charming debut novel from Kerry Winfrey.

Annie Cassidy dreams of being the next Nora Ephron. She spends her days writing screenplays, rewatching Sleepless in Seattle, and waiting for her movie-perfect meet-cute. If she could just find her own Tom Hanks -- a man who's sweet, sensitive, and possibly owns a houseboat -- her problems would disappear and her life would be perfect. But Tom Hanks is nowhere in sight.

When a movie starts filming in her neighborhood and Annie gets a job on set, it seems like a sign. Then Annie meets the lead actor, Drew Danforth, a cocky prankster who couldn't be less like Tom Hanks if he tried. Their meet-cute is more of a meet-fail, but soon Annie finds herself sharing some classic rom-com moments with Drew. Her Tom Hanks can't be an actor who's leaving town in a matter of days...can he?

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Much Ado About You by Samantha Young

 

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Fans of The Holiday will adore this book! Much Ado About You is definitely one I'll be adding to my yearly re-read list. Full of humor, romance, friendship and dreams - you'll be recommending this to anyone who will listen.

Evie Starling wants an escape from her life, after a fiasco at work and another failed attempt at dating, she wants to figure out a life plan. She offers to take over running an english bookstore for a month, not knowing how it will change not only her life, but many others.

I was sold on this book the second Evie risked her life for an animal, but add in a delightfully charming farmer with an accent, and I'm a goner. This story was like going on a vacation with your best friends, just wanting them all to find happiness and learning how to follow your own dreams as well. A feel-good romcom that will leave you with a smile for days!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

The cozy comforts of an English village bookstore open up a world of new possibilities for Evie Starling in this charming new romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young.

At thirty-three-years old Evangeline Starling's life in Chicago is missing that special something. And when she's passed over for a promotion at work, Evie realizes she needs to make a change. Some time away to regain perspective might be just the thing. In a burst of impulsivity, she plans a holiday in a quaint English village. The holiday package comes with a temporary position at Much Ado About Books, the bookstore located beneath her rental apartment. There's no better dream vacation for the bookish Evie, a life-long Shakespeare lover.

Not only is Evie swept up in running the delightful store as soon as she arrives, she's drawn into the lives, loves and drama of the friendly villagers. Including Roane Robson, the charismatic and sexy farmer who tempts Evie every day with his friendly flirtations. Evie is determined to keep him at bay because a holiday romance can only end in heartbreak, right? But Evie can't deny their connection and longs to trust in her handsome farmer that their whirlwind romance could turn in to the forever kind of love.

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My Vegas Groom by Piper Rayne (The Greene Family #3)

 

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TKO - this was a winner in my book! My Vegas Groom is the perfect read to get you in the mood for summer or that getaway with the girls.

Nikki Greene has her own goals and makes a living from telling the truth, so when she has to lie to the entire town and her family about her sham of a marriage, it might just be the one thing that can break her.

Logan Stone is a man after my own heart! He knows there's something between him and Nikki, so he's not about to let her go without a fight.

Logan is definitely a contender for book boyfriend of the year! I enjoyed this book so much, especially with the minimal drama, which created a pleasant, yet hilarious visit with the Greene Family we've all come to know and love.

I think the reason that Logan and Nikki are such amazing, trustworthy people is because they've surrounded themselves with a great support system of friends and family (except those who shall not be named!)

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Waking up next to a stranger wearing a wedding ring was not on the itinerary.

I came to Las Vegas for a quick girl's trip, but somehow ended up a married woman. What I thought would stay in Vegas followed me back to my small town of Sunrise Bay, Alaska.

Of course, my new husband -- MMA champion fighter, Logan Stone -- couldn't find me alone at my house to tell me he wants to give our impromptu nuptials a shot. He has to tell me in front of my entire family and half the town.

The two of us couldn't be more opposite, but he offers me a deal I can't refuse which involves me pretending we're happily married for three months. Yeah, a lot of things can change in that short amount of time, most importantly catching feelings for a man whose lifestyle I despise.

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Back in the Burbs by Tracy Wolff, Avery Flynn (The Burbs #1)

 

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If you need a good escape from reality, this is it! Back in the Burbs was everything I was hoping for from this dynamic pair of writers, and more!!!

Nick is one of those broody characters that you love to hate, the kind that always follow the rules and sticks to a daily routine that doesn't involve having a social life.

Mallory has suffered one loss after another and is tired of people making decisions for her and being told what she should do. This is the fresh start she needs and she'll do everything in her power to make it a reality.

I adore all of Avery Flynn's books, so I knew I would be all-in with this one, but from the first to last page I was a goner. So many shenanigans with the HOA and surrounding busy-bodies, you're guaranteed to get a good ab workout from laughter.

With plenty of witty banter, tender moments of realization and an underlying romance with the enemy, this has been quite the delightful escape from the norm. Put this on your must-read list for 2021!

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Ever have one of those days where life just plain sucks? Welcome to my last three months -- ever since I caught my can't-be-soon-enough ex-husband cheating with his paralegal. I'm thirty-five years old, and I've lost my NYC apartment, my job, my money, and frankly, my dignity.

But the final heartache in the suck sandwich of my life? My great-aunt Maggie died. The only family member who's ever gotten me.

Ever after death, though, she's helping me get back up. She's willed me the keys to a house in the burbs, of all places, and dared me to grab life by the family jewels. Well, I've got the vise grips already in hand (my ex should take note) and I'm ready to fight for my life again.

Too bad that bravado only lasts as long as it takes to drive into Huckleberry Hills. And see the house.

There are forty-seven separate HOA violations, and I feel them all in my bones. Honestly, I'm surprised no one's "accidentally" torched the house yet. I want to, and I've only been standing in front of it for five minutes. But then my hot, grumpy neighbor tells me to mow the lawn first and I'm just...done. Done with men too sexy for their own good and done with anyone telling me what to do ever again.

First rule of surviving the burbs? There is nothing that YouTube and a glass of wine can't conquer.

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The Dream Guy Next Door by Lauren Blakely (The Guys Who Got Away #1)

 

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Definitely listen to this on Audible! The Dream Guy Next Door is a cute romance between two single parents looking for the right person to spend their happily ever after with.

Liam wants to settle down, find Mrs. Right and have more children since he missed out on the opportunity to be a part of the first six years of his sons life.

January is happy with her life and doesn't want to start the parenting cycle over again, but when her feelings grow for Liam, she has to decide what she's truly willing to sacrifice to be happy.

I'd listen to the audiobook on a weekly basis just to hear Shane East's british accent. I always enjoy a good matchmaking-gone-wrong story, especially when it makes me laugh so hard my cheeks hurt.

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Just my luck - my new next door neighbor is a unicorn. Yep, the British hottie is clearly a mythical man because - get this - he's a sexy, witty, charming, big-hearted single dad. Who, wait for it, wants to find Mrs. Right and get hitched. He's a once-in-a-blue-moon kind of man, and it's a darn shame I'm not on the market. If I were, his accent alone would melt me. Add in the fact that he's a veterinarian, and my animal-loving heart would be flip flopping.

But my heart's on the mend. I'm a single parent like him, and raising my teenage daughter is my top priority. Plus, falling for a guy who shares your property line is a line you shouldn't cross.

Still, I'm an outgoing gal, so I do the neighborly thing and offer to be his dating insider.

Surely, I can help this small town's most eligible bachelor ever navigate his way through all the fantastic single ladies eager to make his acquaintance.

What could possibly go wrong in helping the dream guy next door find his one true love?

So I set him up on one date, two dates, three dates -- and I'm about to find out exactly how dangerous my offer is.

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The Bookworm's Guide to Flirting by Emma Hart (The Bookworm's Guide #3)

 

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Witty banter at it's best! The Bookworm's Guide to Flirting is chock full of laughter and romance. Please do NOT eat or drink while reading this story, as I can guarantee (from experience) it won't end well.

This was a delightful story of friends to lovers, and I especially enjoy when the male lead has the strong feelings first. *Swoon*

Dylan is the perfect gentleman and sets the bar high for non-book boyfriends around the world. His patience, kindness and being willing to just be friends, regardless of his own feelings, stole my heart.

This was the perfect ending for The Bookworm's Guide series, filled with witty banter, hilarious senior citizens, and romance that will sweep you off your feet.

The highlights for me were the cleverly created merchandise for the bookstore, and if it's a real thing, I'm ordering them asap! Here's an example of my favorite two:

"My books are hotter than this coffee."

"I take a different man to bed every night."

I can't wait for the new Introvert's Guide series, featuring characters we already know and love! Emma Hart has created a wonderful world that any reader can escape into, time and time again.

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

What I thought I'd get on Valentine's Day: a card.

What I got on Valentine's Day: a blind date with my brand new roommate.

Let it be known that I, Saylor Green, am wholeheartedly against blind dating. I think it's superficial, unnecessary, and designed wholly to force people into relationships they aren't ready for. It's me. I'm people.

So when Dylan Parker takes the seat across from me, I'm ready to dismiss him at one glance.

The problem? He's hot and funny and sweet and the exact kind of guy I read about in the romance novels I sell like hotcakes in my bookstore.

He's also my new roommate.

Who likes to walk around in his sweatpants and peer over my shoulder and comment on all my online dating escapades.

When he offers to help me flirt my way to dating success, I'm all for it.

But what am I supposed to do when the only person I want to flirt with is...Dylan?

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Once Upon a Dare by Carina Rose (Once Upon a Sweet Romance series #1)

 

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An utterly charming match for romance! Once Upon A Dare has the perfect enemies to lovers vibe and you'll love following along with Pete and Grace on their journey.

Daring each other to sign up for a dating match site starts off a slew of events for these two characters that just can't get along to save their life. Little do they know...

Filled with witty banter, sweet moments and a budding friendship that will inspire you to take chances of your own, this book was a delight to read from start to finish!

PS/I immediately wanted to watch You've Got Mail afterwards, so be prepared.

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Two dares.

One double date.

What could go wrong?

Pete Carson couldn't believe he'd let the beautiful Grace Girardi dare him into using a matchmaking site to find a date for Valentine's Day -- as if the perfectly eligible bachelor needed any help in that department. But the shocked look on Grace's face when he dared her to do the same made everything worth it.

Except neither expected a friendship to develop, and Pete soon discovers Grace's previously unseen sweeter side. One that goes beyond her delicious cake pops and hot cocoa bombs. One that he wishes he'd noticed before accepting her dare.

Now they're both consumed with burning questions: Will their Valentine's dates ruin everything, or will their mutual dares prove they belong together? 

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Undercover Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams (Bromance Book Club #2)

 

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I can't get enough of the Bromance Book Club! Undercover Bromance is a delightful slow burn between two people who couldn't be more different from each other, but right in so many ways.

The bond between the guys only gets more entertaining with each book. I've been highly anticipating Mack's story and this exceeded my expectations.

A great tale of fighting for what you believe in, even when all hope is lost. I love a book when the characters learn who they can truly depend on, as well as those they might have  taken for granted. 

Filled with minimal drama, romance, and enough comedy to have you laughing through your tears - you'll be coming back to read this series all over again after each new release!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Braden Mack thinks reading romance novels makes him an expert in love, but he'll soon discover that real life is better than fiction.

Liv Papandreas has a dream job as a pastry chef at Nashville's hottest restaurant. Too bad the celebrity chef owner is less than charming behind kitchen doors. After she catches him harassing a young hostess, she confronts him and gets fired. Liv vows revenge, but she'll need assistance to take on the powerful chef.

Unfortunately, that means turning to Braden Mack. When Liv's blackballed from the restaurant scene, the charismatic nightclub entrepreneur offers to help expose her ex-boss, but she is suspicious of his motives. He'll need to call in reinforcements: the Bromance Book Club.

Inspired by the romantic suspense novel they're reading, the book club assists Liv in setting up a sting operation to take down the chef. But they're just as eager to help Mack figure out the way to Liv's heart...even though she's determined to squelch the sparks between them before she gets burned.

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The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams (Bromance Book Club #1)

 

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I wish this book club actually existed! The Bromance Book Club was such a pleasant surprise and a refreshing take on relationships from a male perspective.

After a surprise pregnancy, everything about their relationship becomes rushed and taken for granted. When Gavin finds out that Thea's been faking it during their entire marriage, his pride causes Thea to file for divorce.

Enter the men of The Bromance Book Club to Gavin's rescue, as they've all turned to each other and romance books to help repair their own broken relationships.

Not only does Gavin realize he needs to up his game and truly fight for his marriage, he's learning things he missed while not giving Thea the attention and focus she deserves.

Watching Thea develop a backbone for the first time was the highlight of the story for me. This was a well-written story of second chances and learning to love again. I'm so excited to continue this series and can't wait for the next one!

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

The first rule of book club: You don't talk about book club.

Nashville Legends second baseman Gavin Scott's marriage is in major league trouble. He's recently discovered a humiliating secret: his wife Thea has always faked the Big O. When he loses his cool at the revelation, it's the final straw on their already strained relationship. Thea asks for a divorce, and Gavin realizes he's let his pride and fear get the better of him.

Welcome to the Bromance Book Club.

Distraught and desperate, Gavin finds help from an unlikely source: a secret romance book club made up of Nashville's top alpha men. With the help of their current read, a steamy Regency titled Courting the Countess, the guys coach Gavin on saving his marriage. But it'll take a lot more than flowery words and grand gestures for this hapless Romeo to find his inner hero and win back the trust of his wife.

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The Stud Next Door by Kendall Ryan (Frisky Business #3)

 

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Single dad lovers rejoice! The Stud Next Door is a wonderful addition to the Frisky Business series that'll have your ovaries swooning.

I love the banter between Connor and his friends, who are always ready to keep him in check. The playful ribbing they constantly give him to take a chance and put himself out there is hilarious, especially once he decides to follow their advice.

Jessa has completely different plans for her future...ones that don't involve a handsome neighbor and his precocious daughter. But what's the point of life if you don't follow your heart and live in the moment, even if you know it can't last?

This is the 3rd book in the Frisky Business series, but can definitely be read as a stand alone. If you love a hot, single dad with an adorable baby that will melt your heart, you've found your next favorite read!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Life threw me a curveball. An adorable eight-pound, four-ounce curveball with her mother's eyes and my dark hair. I'd like to think my single-dad game is strong, but honestly? I've been struggling a little.

When a beautiful young woman moves in next door and offers to give me a hand, I jump at the chance to hire her as a nanny. Jessa is amazing with my daughter. She's also patient, kind, and way too pretty.

The number one rule of hiring a nanny? Don't bed the nanny.

It's a rule I intend to keep.

But as the days pass, I begin to realize how much my life is missing. Companionship. Romance. Intimacy. When I discover my heart has space for one more female, it's a lost cause, another curveball. The hot-as-hell nanny is leaving soon for a mission trip to Central America. No sense in letting myself fantasize about Jessa being a permanent part of my life.

The closer we get, the more difficult it becomes to keep my feelings in check, because my heart won't listen. And neither will my libido.

Well, you know what they say. Rules are meant to be broken...

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The Ace and The Assistant by Jiffy Kate (New Orleans Revelers #2)

 

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Jiffy Kate hit this one out of the park! A sports romance that you'll fall in love with from start to finish.

Casey always takes control and organizes other peoples lives, so when hers is thrown into chaos, she's left wondering what her next move will be.

Russ has finally moved past his divorce and is trying to get his career and life back together. The last thing he expects is to have feelings for the one person he depends on.

Casey and Ross are two genuine people, not afraid to go after what they want, or say how they feel. I appreciated how candid and honest they are with each other!

This was the perfect escape from reality and I love a good sports romance with minimal drama. The New Orleans Revelers is such a feel-good series, filled with characters you wish were real, and I can't wait for more!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

He's the recently divorced veteran player and she's the teammate's "little sister" who comes to his rescue.

Ross Davies, ace pitcher for the New Orleans Revelers, needs help putting his life back in order before he throws away everything he's worked so hard for.

Casey Carradine has a knack for managing people's lives. When she agrees to step up to the plate and help Ross dig his way out of the debris of his failed marriage, it shouldn't be a hard task. After all, she's run her rockstar sister's life for years.

But things get heated and lines get crossed.

And neither of them expect the curveball that's thrown their way.

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Love Thy Neighbor by Teagan Hunter (Roommate Romps #2)

 

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Karaoke will never be the same! Love Thy Neighbor is just how a best friends to lovers tale should be.

Cooper and Caroline's friendship is so genuine and honest, you can't help but fall for them. This was the first friends to more story that even as a reader I was hesitant for them to risk their friendship in the hopes of something more.

This story is the perfect escape from reality with plenty of romance and laughter from start to finish. I loved every moment and definitely listened to Olivia Newton-John during the end.

🎜Hopelessly Devoted To You🎝

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Don't fall for your roommate...especially when he's your best friend.

Cooper Bennett is my best friend.

That's all he is and all he ever will be.

Nothing will change that.

Accidentally seeing him naked? Please. So not a big deal.

Having less-than-tame thoughts? I mean, have you seen this guy? Who could blame me?

Kissing him? It was a one-time mistake, and it will not be repeated.

Falling into bed with him? Uh-oh...

It's fine. We're fine.

We're Caroline and Cooper. Best friends until the end. Nothing has ever come our way that we couldn't survive together.

Surely, we can handle this too...

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The Do-Over by Piper Rayne (The Rooftop Crew #5)

 

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The story you've been waiting for! The Do-Over is an amazing second chance romance. In true Piper Rayne fashion, they also draw you in to the next book in the series and have you counting down the days!

I've been waiting for Knox's story all through the series, but especially since Our Star-Crossed Kiss! It was SO worth the wait.

Poor Knox, once he sees the error of his ways, he has to convince the one person he left behind and didn't choose to have a fling with, to give him another chance. This officer can arrest me any day!

Kamea is a breath of fresh air! I love her fierce loyalty and independence. Feeling like you're someone's second choice isn't ideal and she handles it like a champ.

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

She was always the one.

Or so I thought.

Turns out my instincts were dead wrong.

Years ago I was faced with the choice between two women. Both were perfect in opposite ways. One was carefree and against commitment. The other was a woman you'd bring home to mom.

I was young, naïve and stupid. I'm sure you can guess who I chose.

Now, I'm older, wiser and know what the hell I want.

So, when the same two women pop back into my life it's my chance for a do-over. But they flipped the script. Just like me, they want different things now. Leaving me with one choice -- convince the woman I want that she wants me too.

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Oh, Fudge by Erin Nicholas (Hot Cakes #5)

 

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You'll be craving fudge for days! Oh, Fudge is a sweet budding romance between two people that always just wanted a light-hearted fling.

Paige Asher is a character that I instantly bonded with over her love of rescuing strays. She's a genuine person that just wants to live her life away from the prying eyes and meddling of her family.

Mitch Landry (let's be serious, you hear the last name Landry and you already know you'll be a goner!) wants more than a fling with Paige and if he has to go the "friend" route to get there, so be it. If his handyman ways don't win you over, his accent sure will!

Erin Nicholas knows just how to write the perfect blend of romance and sweet-talking sass! I adore both of these series and need Four Weddings and a Swamp Boat Tour in my greedy hands now!!!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Paige Asher likes her men the way she likes her coffee: hot, slightly sweet, and only to-go.

The hot friend-of-a-friend she had a scorching single night with was just about perfect -- tall, rugged, with a sexy drawl...and on the road out of town by six a.m. the next morning. Long before her mom could start picking out wedding flowers.

But now she can't stop thinking about the Louisiana boy. His texts make her smile and she suddenly has a craving for gumbo all the time...hot and spicy and far from home.

Mitch Landry had no idea Iowa would be so hospitable to a visitor. He knew the Midwest had a reputation for friendliness but his welcome gift -- a sassy, sweet blond who is as no-strings-attached as he is -- was a dream come true six months ago.

But why is he still texting her? And why did he jump at the chance to come back to Iowa? And why is he so annoyed by her phobia to commitment this time? And why is he pretty sure leaving Paige this time is going to be one of the hardest things he's ever done?

Damn, is this what falling in love feels like?

Oh, fu...fudge.

*a cross-over between the Hot Cakes & Boys of the Bayou series

*a prequel to Boys of the Bayou Book 6 - Four Weddings and a Swamp Boat Tour

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Tools of Engagement by Tessa Bailey (Hot & Hammered #3)

 

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Sibling rivalry at it's best! Tools of Engagement was such a delight to read and listen to, especially since I love home improvement shows. The book draws you in with the characters and you feel like you're watching a reality show.

Wes stole my heart the second he volunteered to join Bethany's crew, leaving behind her brother. Bethany however, is reluctant to just hand over the reigns to him and makes him work for her trust.

A delightful RomCom that you'll make you want to read the entire series all over again. It also might just inspire you to do some home improvements of your own.

The audiobook for this was amazing to listen to, it perfectly brought the characters to life and made it that much more enjoyable for the reader.

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Hair, makeup, clothing, decor...everything in Bethany Castle's world is organized, planned, and styled to perfection. Which is why the homes she designs for her family's real estate business are the most coveted in town. The only thing not perfect? Her track record with men. She's on a dating hiatus and after helping her friends achieve their dreams, Bethany finally has time to focus on her own: flip a house, from framework to furnishings, all by herself. Except her older brother runs the company and refuses to take her seriously.

When a television producer gets wind of the Castle sibling rivalry, they're invited on Flip Off, a competition to see who can do the best renovation. Bethany wants bragging rights, but she needs a crew and the only member of her brother's construction team willing to jump ship is Wes Daniels, the new guy in town. His Texas drawl and handsome face got under Bethany's skin on day one, but the last thing she needs is some cocky young cowboy in her way.

As the race to renovate heats up, Wes and Bethany are forced into close quarters, trading barbs and biting banter as they remodel the ugliest house on the block. It's a labor of love, hate, and everything in between, and soon sparks are flying. But Bethany's perfectly structured life is one kiss away from going up in smoke and she knows falling for a guy like Wes would be a flipping disaster.

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Never Have You Ever by Elizabeth Hayley (The Love Game #1)

 

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Sassy comedy at its finest! Never Have You Ever is the perfect mix of enemies to lovers and mistaken identity. I was expecting a quick light-hearted comedy, but was pleasantly surprised with a little drama and shocked when I reached the end!

Most of the story revolves around Sophia trying to get her life in the sorority back, but along the way she discovers that it might take more than that to make her happy. I also hope her brother makes more an appearance in the following books, since I secretly want to slap him a bit, lol.

Drew absolutely stole the show for me, although I was dying to see things from his POV towards the end (read and you'll know why!) He's a complete sweetheart who jumps at the chance to have an education, even if it means deceiving those around him.

I stayed up reading this is one sitting and then was happily surprised when Truth or Dare You appeared on my Kindle the next day! Such an amazing new series from a wonderful duo and I can't wait to see what comes next for Drew and Sophia!!!

😄 Comedy

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Who is this guy?

Sophia Mason's junior year of college isn't exactly off to the best start. The semester has just begun, and the president of her sorority has already ousted her from the house. With nowhere else to turn, she ends up at her brother's apartment -- only to find it inhabited instead by a handsome stranger.

On paper, Drew Nolan doesn't have much going for him as an uneducated bartender from a sketchy family. But when a spoiled rich kid asks Drew to take over his life so he can travel around Europe instead of attend classes, Drew sees the opportunity to get the college education he's always dreamed of.

Forced into a cover-up under the same roof, Sophia and Drew forge an unlikely friendship. As the two grow closer, lines blur and boundaries stretch, and they find comfort in living the lie they've adopted. But reality comes knocking all too soon, and Sophia and Drew will have to weigh what's worth fighting for and what should never ever have been.

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