Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. Holmberg (Whimbrel House #1)

 

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There isn't any genre Charlie can't write! This was the perfect story to wrap up the spooky season, and I especially loved the audiobook narration as well.

The blend of magic, mystery and romance was better than I could've hoped for, and I can't wait for the next book in the Whimbrel House series.

If you could take the enchanted characters from the Beast's castle and sprinkle them with a little magic from Hogwarts, then you'd have Keeper of Enchanted Rooms.

A delightful book that will draw you in and keep you on your toes until the very last page, wondering how it will all unfold, while in awe of the interwoven twists along the way.

**Haunted House
**Historical
**Mystery
**Romance

SUMMARY:

Rhode Island, 1846. Estranged from his family, writer Merritt Fernsby is surprised when he inherits a remote estate in the Narragansett Bay. Though the property has been uninhabited for more than a century, Merritt is ready to call it home -- until he realizes he has no choice. With its doors slamming shut and locking behind him, Whimbrel House is not about to let Merritt leave. Ever.

Hulda Larkin of the Boston Institute for the Keeping of Enchanted Rooms has been trained in taming such structures in order to preserve their historical and magical significance. She understands the dangers of bespelled homes given to tantrums. She advises that it's in Merritt's best interest to make Whimbrel House their ally. To do that, she'll need to move in, too.

Prepared as she is with augury, a set of magic tools, and a new staff trained in the uncanny, Hulda's work still proves unexpectedly difficult. She and Merritt grow closer as the investigation progresses, but the house's secrets run deeper than they anticipated. And the sentient walls aren't their only concern -- something outside is coming for the enchantments of Whimbrel House, and it could be more dangerous than what rattles within.

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The Nanny and the Nerd by Krista Sandor (Nanny Love Match #1)

 

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I'm obsessed with this new series! As soon as I heard the author was creating a new series about nannies, I knew I'd be all in for it.

Rowen Gale is a gamer, creator and uncle, now with custody of his adorable niece Phoebe. He's determined to make his company a success, and knows that he's not wired to have love in his life.

Penny Fennimore is an aspiring writer who takes a chance when her path crosses with a match-making nanny agent. She quickly falls for Phoebe and wants nothing but the best for her.

Rowen is an incredibly hot nerd, that was a wall around his heart. Penny is new to the tech world (she still owns a flip phone), and stumbles across a way to not only help with her own writers block, but assist Rowen with his latest project.

I highly enjoyed the refreshing honesty of Penny's gal pals, and can't wait for each of them to get their own story. I loved everything about this story, but wanted to slap the smile off her mothers face.

This book had me hooked from the start, leaving me craving pizza and chocolate chip cookies. Filled with tender moments, plenty of heat, and witty humor -- this is one you don't want to miss out on, no matter what genre you read!

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Three things NOT to do when nannying for a video gaming mogul (aka the hottest nerd on the planet):

#1 Do not get lost in his dreamy green eyes.

#2 Do not salivate over his rock-hard abs.

#3 No matter what happens, do not fall for his super-nerdy dirty talk!

Penny Fennimore is not winning at life. An aspiring writer with a monster-sized cased of writer's block, she's got bills to pay and barely a dime to her name.

Enter the exclusive Nanny Match Agency and an opportunity to make bank.

The job: A cushy, live-in nanny position caring for tech billionaire Rowen Gale's six-year-old niece.

The problem?

Her hot nerd of a boss!

They're opposites in every way. He's the king of hi-tech, and she uses a flip phone from 2002. She's not even sure he's 100% human. With his muted expression, the man might as well be one of the robots from his video games until their eyes meet, and the attraction meter explodes.

She's got to put the kibosh on her libido. But the universe doesn't always play nice.

When Mr. Robot-Bedroom-Eyes goes MIA, she marches up to his fancy-pants video gaming company to give him a piece of her mind -- which doesn't go as planned.

Instead, she spies a video game storyboard. It's a hot mess, and she can't help but dive and rewrite it.

Did anyone ask for her opinion? That's a no!

The positive? She's writing!

The negative? Her boss needs her to keep it up. Turns out, this video game requires a complete overhaul, and she's the only one who can give him what he wants.

Now, she's not only caring for his niece. She's with him morning, noon, and night.

And that's where it gets complicated.

When he looks at her, she gets a glimpse of what's behind his hardened veneer. And being with this man feels right, like the forever kind of right.

Her heart is on the line.

Could this nanny match be the match that changes everything, or will it be game over for the nanny and the nerd?

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The Perfect Catch by Meghan Quinn

 

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Five seconds has never been so hot! The Perfect Catch has brought me my new book boyfriend. I'm so enamored with broody, grumpy Walker and will fight anyone for the chance at five blissful seconds with him.

A forbidden work romance between two people who need each other more than they know. Not only from a career standpoint, but they have both lost a sibling.

Walker is a dirty talking, grumpy and sexy catcher that has lost his love for the game. He's come to terms with everyone hating him, but is forced to turn things around.

Kate is exactly what Walker needs: strong, sassy and won't take any of his crap. As she slowly chips away at his outer wall, she can see he's really just a teddy bear that has been forced to put a guard up around his heart.

This has all the steam, humor and character love that we've come to know and expect from Meghan Quinn, but this is probably the first time I didn't get my heart ripped out by the author, so that was a happy surprise!

I immediately purchased the book and it's my favorite one in the series so far, which if you know the rest of the guys, that's a tough decision to make! Definitely a home run in my book and I can't wait to listen to the audiobook soon as well.

⚾ Sports Romance

SUMMARY:

"Kiss me. Just this once...please Walker."

Those whispered words were my undoing...

As the most hated player in baseball, I had two options: either clean up my image or pack my bags. Being traded wasn't an option which only meant one thing, I had to become compliant.

That's how I found myself sharing a small bistro table with Kate Chapman, the Chicago Bobbies newest PR Manager. Devastatingly beautiful, vastly intelligent, and incredibly cunning, she knows exactly how to handle my grumpy demeanor.

It was supposed to be simple. Book some PR events, show up, smile for the camera, and be done. But one massive mistake on my end sends me into the trenches with Kate, forcing me to open up to her.

Innocent glances turn into cordial encounters. Secret touches turn into tempting invitations. And dangerous nights alone turn into consuming desperation.

I've never wanted a woman as much as I want her. And I know she wants me, but there's a no fraternizing with the players rule. Neither of us can afford to lose our jobs, but we also can't seem to keep our hands off each other either.

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A Kiss for a Kiss by Helena Hunting (All In #4)

 

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The best in the series so far! A Kiss for a Kiss brings all of your favorite characters together again, for the story you've been waiting to be told. For the full reader experience, you need to read A Secret for a Secret before reading this book.

Finally, a mature second chance romance that those of us over 40 can relate to! The characters are ones I've already grown attached to in the previous book, so I was more than ready for Hannah and Jake to finally get their HEA.

With very minimal drama (which I greatly appreciate), and the perfect mix of romantic comedy, this would be a great summer read.

💋 Steamy Romance

SUMMARY:

I'm Jake Masterson, single dad, and the General Manager of Seattle's NHL team. I walked away from a career as a player so I could raise my daughter. For the last twenty-plus years, Queenie has been my main priority, but now she's getting married.

And there's a small complication.

A beautiful, sexy complication named Hanna.

She's my son-in-law's older sister. Or at least that's how they were raised. The truth is a little more scandalous than that.

I've been drawn to her from the moment I laid eyes on her. And I spent months trying to keep a lid on that attraction.

Until we finally give in.

It starts with one searing kiss, but quickly ends with us between the sheets -- and in the shower, and the hot tub, you get the picture -- and turns into months of sneaking around.

Here's the problem: we live on opposite ends of the country. It can't be anything but casual. And as I've already said...it's complicated.

But when Hanna finds out she's pregnant...suddenly things get real serious.

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The One That I Want by Piper Sheldon (Scorned Women's Society #3)

 

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Everything I hoped for and more! The One That I Want brings us Roxy's story after leaving her former life. I've been anxiously waiting for her story and I was NOT disappointed.

Roxy wants to move on from her past with the Iron Wraiths, and the last thing she needs is the guy she can't stop thinking about to jeopardize her promotion.

A story full of second chances and witty banter, this has been my favorite in the Scorned Women's Society series so far! Sanders is definitely a guy you can't help falling for once you get past his tough exterior. Loved it!

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

There is no such thing as luck.

Roxy Kincaid isn't a biker chick anymore. She's made herself more than Jethro Winston's castoff, and she's never going back to her old life with the Iron Wraiths. But one summer night, a charming stranger threatens to sweep Roxy off her feet. Ignoring fate and their instant attraction, she has to get back to her real life in Green Valley. He couldn't be the one that she wants when he's exactly the thing that could ruin everything. If only she could stop thinking about him.

Luck is everything.

Sanders Olsson is going to fix his mistakes. He's determined to show his best friend he's a reliable business partner, not the distracted flake he's been lately. But he has to listen when the universe brings him a sign in the form of a guarded beauty he can't keep his eyes off. Their instant connection is almost magical but she leaves without giving him even a last name. When fate gives Sanders a second chance in life and love, he sets out for Green Valley without a backward glance.

Their summer lovin' happened so fast but what will it take to make it last?

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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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Not Your Average Vixen by Krista Sandor

 

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Sweet treats and reindeer puns galore! Not Your Average Vixen is the perfect RomCom to escape with this holiday season!!!

Bridget (Birdie) loses her job and gets cheated on all in the same day. Not only is she organizing her sisters wedding, but she has to babysit the best man who wants to sabotage the entire thing.

Soren (Scooter) views his best friends upcoming wedding as the end-all to his extended family and he'll do anything to prevent that from happening, even if he loses those he cares about in the process. There's so much more to Soren than meets the eye and I loved getting a deeper look into what makes him tick.

Soren and Birdie have the best banter, comebacks and chemistry. From the first page you'll be drawn in and unable to put it down until you finish.

I loved this story and it's quite possibly my favorite holiday story yet. I'll definitely be reading this one every year to get in the holiday spirit!

😄 Comedy

🎄 Holiday Romance

SUMMARY:

A Christmas Romance

It's Dasher versus Rudolph with a little Vixen thrown in!

A Christmas wedding is on the line in this steamy holiday romance from USA Today Bestselling Author Krista Sandor.

Maid of honor, Bridget Dasher, didn't think anything could ruin her sister's Christmas Eve wedding...until she met the best man.

Scratch that -- the worst man.

Don't be fooled by his name. Soren Christopher Traeger-Rudolph -- yep, Rudolph -- is the Grinch of all groomsmen, and his plans for this wedding will only land him on the Naughty List.

Or...

Her bed.

Naughty reindeer games like you've never seen ensue when Rudolph brings out the Vixen in this Dasher.

With witty banter and laugh-out-loud moments, prepare to experience Christmas bliss in Not Your Average Vixen, an enemies-to-lovers holiday romance.

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Hudson by Melody Anne (Anderson Billionaires #4)

 

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The marriage flu is contagious! Hudson is a feel-good romance that will make you smile. Everyone loves match-maker, especially when it comes in the form of Uncle Joseph.

Daisy Green is a firecracker, determined to save everything she loves from being destroyed. She's so focused on the past that she can't let change in and see a possible future. Then her path crosses with the one-night stand she never thought she'd see again!

Hudson Anderson (by far my favorite guy so far!) has always known he wanted to build for a living and now he finally has the chance to make his dream a reality. I love that Hudson grew up poor and has his own past to deal with, so he's not the pompous billionaire that everyone expects.

Hudson and Daisy butt heads in the best of ways: making you laugh, frustrated and flushed all at the same time! Two people from separate worlds, introducing the each other to views they've never experienced before. I loved this duo!

There's plenty of Anderson family love to go around in this one and if you're like me, as soon as you finish the book, you'll immediately look up the release date for Crew's story, which is February 11th, 2021!!!

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Hudson Anderson has watched his brothers fall victim to the marriage flu. He wants nothing to do with it. That is until he meets a fiery Daisy Green who shows up on the property he's just purchased, calling him a thief, and insisting the property isn't his. He should brush her off, and move on with his life. But instead, he finds himself intrigued, and he wants to get to know her.

The veteran's center Hudson worked on with his brothers for the past couple of years is finished. And now he's moving on with the next step of his life -- building his dream complex, a huge golf course community. When his uncle Joseph connects him with Bubby Green, he should know it doesn't come without strings, but the deal is too good to pass.

Daisy Green is a warrior when it comes to causes. She wants to save her town, save her people, and save those things others want to tear down. She's never imagined she might just want to be saved herself. She's furious when her grandfather sells her family land to a spoiled, rich man who wants to build something only the elite can enjoy.

Both Hudson and Daisy think they can change the mind of the other. But maybe, instead of changing one another's minds, they might be able to meet in the middle and start building something beautiful together.

This is the fourth book in the Billionaire Anderson series. Come and enjoy the family dynamic of the Andersons with characters you'll fall in love with, and a romance we all strive to achieve.

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The Setup by Meghan Quinn

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Make sure you have a drink handy for this one! The Setup is a great story about two people constantly being setup by their mothers. They turn a coincidence into not only a FWB situation, but one of the best friendships that will keep you constantly entertained!

Lincoln Castle is the book boyfriend of my dreams. His main goal is to be picked up by a team after his college baseball career ends, little did he know that his priorities would change.

Indie Mayhem had her life turned upside down, making her not want a relationship of any sort, but the friendship she has with Lincoln is the stability she needs in her life. Soccer has been the one constant thing that has gone right and she'll do everything to keep her goal of achieving the future she's dreamed of.

I'm going to be real honest here...long time lapses towards the end of a book, especially when certain ones break your heart, are NOT my favorite. I had my Kindle read this book outloud while I was at work and I yelled at least 3 different times, scaring my co-workers. I had to pause the story and walk away a few times. If you've read The Dugout then you have an idea of how this book will wreck you.

I love all of the characters in this series and enjoy seeing them again, even though they've all mostly received their own happy endings by now. The last 10% of the story is a bit rough to get through, but I promise it's worth the wait!

😄 Comedy
 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

I've fallen victim to a heinous act.

An act so vile, so downright dirty, that I'm not sure as a twenty-year-old man I'll ever recover. Brace yourself, because what I'm about to tell you might have you gasping in secondhand horror. Ready? Here it goes...

I've recently become the pawn of a meddling mom.

Yes...A MEDDLING MOM--who's been trying to set me up all summer.

Now, I understand it's not a crime for a mother to want her child to fall in love, but when she makes it her relentless MISSION, the heinous act should be classified as a misdemeanor at least.

Of course, my mom, the evil matriarch in the devil's leggings, made her final stab at finding a girl for me days before I went back to college.

And I hate to admit it, but she saved a doozy for last.

A titan in black skinny jeans.

A boss of nonchalance.

And a girl who would not only turn my life upside down, but do it while juggling a soccer ball, looking effortlessly gorgeous around campus, and is one hundred percent against relationships. Of any sort.

Thanks, Mom.

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That Swoony Feeling by Meghan Quinn (Getting Lucky #4)

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Brig's story was everything I've been waiting for! That Swoony Feeling will definitely make you swoon, especially if you've been following along with this series, you most likely fell for Brig in That Second Chance, when the curse started.

Ruth is SO delightfully funny, witty, awkward - you'll wish she was real so you could convince her to be your new BFF. Her high school crush on Brig has only gotten stronger, and thanks to a little (push) help from her friends, she decides to show her true self and form a friendship with him.

Brig just wants to find his soul mate and create the family he's always wanted. I loved the fact that he was not at all gunshy about signing up for the pen pal program, and his generous heart is only one of the many reasons I adore him.

The entire Getting Lucky series has been such a joy to read. With plenty of second chances, redemption, and self-discovery - this is definitely one I'll come back to read over and over again. Don't miss out on this wonderful story, I'm still smiling days later whenever I think about Brig and Ruthie!

😄 Comedy
 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

I'm single...so single it's painful.

Yup, ladies, Brig Knightly -- that's me -- is still a lonely bachelor, stumbling through the streets of Port Snow, looking for the girl he's supposed to end up with.

That is until my brother, Rogan, presents me with the opportunity of a lifetime. The Summer of Love, a secret pen pal program in Port Snow is looking for applicants and I'm the perfect fit.

I couldn't sign up fast enough.

I found myself quickly falling in love with a pair of red lips at the bottom of a letter. Just like in the movies...

Life could not have been better, that was until I started hanging out with Ruth Barber. Starting a new business right next to my shop, I found myself gravitating toward her. Her smile, her humor...her tea sandwiches.

My attraction for Ruth came in full force, leaving me dazed, confused, and *ahem* excited.

As new feelings for two women come to a screeching halt, I have to figure out who to choose. But when I discover my pen pal is Ruth, it might be too late.

All I want in life is to experience that swoony feeling...but I think I might have just missed my chance.

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The Trouble With Quarterbacks by R.S. Grey

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You had me at Foosball! The Trouble With Quarterbacks isn't your regular Sports RomCom - this one had everything you could want:

**Hilarious moments
**Adorable nephew
**Just a smidge of drama
**Plenty of stolen kisses

From their first encounter, I knew I was going to love everything Candace and Logan brought to this story. From tender moments, to dealing with the crazy paparazzi, this book draws you in and won't let your heart go.

I always know that I'm guaranteed plenty of laughter and romance with any R.S. Grey book, and I have to admit this is probably my favorite one so far! Hot NFL Uncle and a British preschool teacher, with two hysterical flatmates, what more could you ask for?

😄 Comedy
 💧 Drama
🔥 Steamy Romance

SUMMARY:

CANDACE: KAT & YASMINE! DO NOT DALLY! Come straight home after work. Kat, don't take the long route from the subway station just so you can pass by Cute Hot Dog Guy. This is important!

I've had THE BEST DAY. You won't believe it. There I was in my preschool classroom, washing a bit of poo out of some soggy trousers, when this absolute babe came to collect his nephew from my class.

Truthfully, I thought I'd blacked out for a moment when I first saw him. He was a proper hunk with glorious brown hair, quite tall, and he had these arms. Are muscly arms supposed to turn me on? I'm panting just thinking about them.

Anyway, he told me he's a professional foosball player. At least, I think that's what he said. The tots can get quite loud near pick-up time.

YASMINE: Foosball? What are you on about? Have you gone mad?

KAT: Oh sod off. So what if I like to have a good look at Hot Dog Guy's arse on my trek home after a hard day's work? It's called self-care.

CANDACE: Kat, you're hopeless. Yasmine, yes -- foosball! I suppose it's a big thing over here in the States? We must investigate and learn everything we can.

By the way, he's called Logan.

Logan + Candace. I think that sounds quite nice! I can hear the wedding bells now. Dum dum da-dum.

YASMINE: Oh good grief. I suppose we can do some snooping when I get home. I'll grab wine on my way.

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The Kiss Keeper by Krista Sandor

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A first kiss might change your life! The Kiss Keeper is the ultimate second chance romance that will bring back all of your childhood memories of summer camp.

Natalie and Jake have more in common than they know. Their chemistry is undeniable, but with a fake relationship and secrets lurking around each corner, you'll be glued to each page to see how everything works out.

I especially enjoyed the dynamics in Natalie's family, and the nuns are a pure delight! This was the perfect escape from reality, with plenty of steam involved, and I'm not just referring to the lobster bake luau. I loved it from the first chapter and can't wait to read it again.

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Natalie Callahan is cursed. Out of luck. The family screw-up.

All thanks to a botched first kiss.

Sacked from her job and dumped by her boyfriend on the way to a week-long family celebration, she's desperate to prove she's not a train wreck. Only now, she needs someone to pose as her adoring significant other.

All seems lost until her path crosses with a sexy, stone-faced businessman who agrees to go along with her con.

Jake Teller is all about the deal. Dollars and cents beat love and commitment any day. When his boss entices him with a proposition that could set him up for life, he jumps at the opportunity. Even if it means he has to play the part of Natalie's boyfriend for a week.

But Jake's got a con of his own going -- a con that could cost Natalie everything.

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Kiss My Putt by Tara Sivec (Summersweet Island #1)

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This RomCom was a hole in one! Kiss My Putt is an amazing friends to lovers romance, with a slow burn that will keep you laughing through each page.

Palmer and Birdie have been best friends since they were teenagers. Due to an immense lack of communication, neither of them know their feelings are returned. After a misunderstanding, a wedge is formed between them, leading to further separation.

The witty banter among family and friends will have you in stitches, and possibly tears. A light-hearted romantic comedy with plenty of steam and golf puns. Another hit from the always entertaining Tara Sivec!

🏌 Sports Romance

SUMMARY:

After spending my entire pro golfing career being known as the quiet, controlled, no-nonsense golfer on the tour, there's nothing more humiliating than throwing all of that down the drain -- or into a water hazard -- on national television. Needing some place to hide, to lick my wounds and figure out what I even want to do with my life once this blows over, I can only think of one place I need to be. Summersweet Island, where everyone treats me like one of their own, and they'll all be happy to have me home again.

Well, except maybe one person. It's been two years since I last set foot on Summersweet Island or spoke to anyone there. But I'm sure Birdie Bennett, my best friend since I was 15 and the clubhouse manager of my favorite golf course, has had plenty of time to forgive me for that tiny little misunderstanding where I blocked her on social media and blocked her in my phone. Oh, and I guess I kind of, sort of accused her of being a stalker. It's fine!

Once my sexy, spunky, former best friend gets over the shock of seeing me again and stops trying to drive a 9-iron into my skull, I can finally let her know I've also kind of, sort of always been in love with her...

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Smitten by Lauren Rowe

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This story will truly make your heart sing! Smitten is a feel good romance with minimal angst, that will leave you humming a certain tune with a smile.

Fish and Ally are two of the kindest, most genuine characters I've ever read. They both just want to find that special someone who will support their dreams and love them for who they truly are.

This has by far been my favorite audiobook this year! Not only do the narrators do a terrific job of bringing the story to life, but being able to hear the songs play throughout the book, provides the ultimate reader experience. I'd give the performance 10 stars if I could!

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

I met Alessandra at a party. Tried to impress her. Was almost positive I was going to fail.

I think I said something along the lines of, "I'm a Goat called Fish who's hung like a bull -- but not really. I'm actually pretty average." Smooth. I know. Try not to be jealous.

When she laughed -- and I mean, really laughed -- I knew she wasn't like the other girls I'd been meeting on tour. Hell, she wasn't even in the same stratosphere as those fangirls and gold-diggers.

At one point during the party, Alessandra said, "There's nothing like a girl's first love." I knew she was talking about the smash hit by my band, 22 Goats. Alessandra said it was the first song she'd heard by us and it "hit her like a ton of bricks." Ironic, seeing as how I was having the same reaction from being in her presence.

I made it my mission to impress her. Give her the kiss of a lifetime that night. But since I've always been the dude with zero game, nothing went according to plan.

I'm not giving up, though. I'm going to win this girl over. I'm done sitting on the sidelines, watching the bad boy getting the girl. This time, the nice guy will finish first. Even if it's the last thing he'll do.

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