Ascend by Swati M.H. (Elements of Rapture #2)

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Garrett is an amazing book boyfriend! All the great tropes in this book had me hooked from the start.

I love a protective Garrett, especially his bond with sassy little Meena. Children are my weakness in romances, and once G gave her a nickname, I knew he owned my heart.

If you love a good single parent, friends to more, marriage of convenience story - I promise you'll adore the connection between Bella and Garrett.

While you don't need to read Adrift first, the character development and side characters are completely worth devouring both books.

**Fake Relationship
**Marriage of Convenience
**Single Mom
**Witty Romance

SUMMARY:

Did I plan to marry the single mom I've wanted for years on a drunken whim in Vegas? No.

Do I regret it? Heck no!

Bella Patel might think we're just friends, or that I'm nothing but a playboy pilot, or even that this marriage is only a temporary charade...but I'm hell-bent on proving her wrong.

If she's skittish and stubborn, then I'm dependable and determined.

So, when her scumbag baby-daddy threatens her and she asks me to double down on our ruse, I'm only too eager to comply.

My condition? For her and her daughter to move in with me. You know, for 'optics' sake.

Because by the end of this marriage contract, the only jackpot I want to win is a chance at forever with her.

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Make Mine A Cowboy by A.J. Pine (Meadow Valley #2)

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This story is a heartwarming, feel good romance! Make Mine A Cowboy will take your emotions through all the ranges and leave you wanting more. A beautiful tale that you won't soon forget.

After life-altering news, Ben Callahan is determined to stop his player ways and find someone to settle down with...especially if it's a particular lady that he already has chemistry with.

Charlotte North takes a leave of absence from her medical practice to help take care of her Grandma while she recovers. Too bad she's so focused on achieving her career goals that she might've missed out on what's been right in front of her.

The last person Charlotte expects to run into is the hot "no strings" flame she hooked up with during her last visit. She's in for a surprise when Ben is a lot more into their relationship than she expected...fake or not.

A witty story filled with laughter, romance and a swift punch to your gut. This was my first book by the author and I won't hesitate to buy anything she releases in the future.

 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Dr. Charlotte North has no time for a player, not even one as tempting as Ben Callahan. Besides, Charlotte is only in Meadow Valley for a few months to help her grandmother. After that, it's back to New York and the career she loves. But when her gram starts to meddle in her personal life, Charlotte knows just the man to help her out. Ben's the perfect no-strings boyfriend, until Charlotte discovers that beneath that rugged, charming exterior lies a sweet and bighearted cowboy.

Ben Callahan is tired of people assuming he's an immature playboy, so when the smart and sexy Charlotte asks him to be her pretend boyfriend, he jumps at the chance to show everyone that he's changed his ways. Though he and Charlotte are calling their relationship fake, Ben's heart says otherwise. Two months with Charlotte isn't nearly enough. Will Ben be able to prove he's worthy of her for real before their time together is up, or will she leave Meadow Valley -- and him -- forever?

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The Wild One by Ruth Cardello (Corisi Billionaires #2)

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The Wild One will have you booking a flight to Paris! This is the second book in the Corisi Billionaires series, and I love how it's a story about the two main characters, but there's still that underlying mystery that's been continuing from the first book...so if you haven't read The Broken One, you'll definitely should before diving into this one.

Wren Heath wants an escape from her boring, stagnant life - so when she meets up with an old friend in Paris, she decides to throw caution to the wind and spend a glorious week with Mauricio Romano.

When the two part ways, under stressful circumstances, they're both forced to realize the extent of what their time together really meant to them.

I adore stories involving self-proclaimed bachelors, who are adamant they'll never change their ways. The best part of the story is by far the Romano family. Their family dynamic are what goals are made of, not to mention how they love to meddle.

This was a wonderful addition to the series, and I'm looking forward to more. Hopefully with more answers about the bigger picture that we keep getting glimpses of in each book!

 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

Summary:

After years of choosing safe over satisfying, a weeklong Paris fling sounds perfect Wren Heath. And who better to have it with than Mauricio Romano, a billionaire with a reputation as a first-class heartbreaker. A few days. Fun, then done. What happens on vacation stays on vacation, right?

Paris was Mauricio's playground, and love was never part of the game. Lust? Toujours. Then he meets a sweet woman who wants to be a sex kitten. He knows how to give her the wildest five days and nights of her life. No commitments. No strings. But the hotter it gets, the harder it is to remember his own rules.

What do you do when what happens in Paris stays in your heart and then shows up at home?

Are these two destined to clash or destined for love?

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Getting Off Easy by Erin Nicholas (Boys of the Big Easy #4)

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Getting Off Easy is one you won't be able to put down! Two people brought together by the mystery of who abandoned a newborn baby at their door, will lead to so much more.

James will win your heart almost immediately. I love that he's not truly the manwhore that everyone thinks he is, especially since Harper moved in the building. His moments with Isaac will make you swoon and want to rescue all of the things with him.

Harper is a tough nut to crack, but it's so much fun to watch James break down the walls she's so carefully built. Once she decides to go for something, she's a sight to behold.

Filled with anticipation of who the mystery baby mama is and whether or not Isaac is James's son, will have you turning the pages just as fast as you can read. I haven't been this anxious about how everything will turn out for the characters, in a long time.

I loved Harper and James together, their banter and chemistry make for a wonderful romance, and I can't wait to read this story all over again. Definitely one of my favorites in the Boys of the Big Easy series!

 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

Summary:

New Orleans firefighter, James Reynaud's true love is hanging out in the jazz clubs on Frenchman Street and playing piano with some of the best musicians in the city. But driving his cute, bookworm neighbor Harper Broussard crazy is right up there on his list of favorite things.

The buttoned-up linguistics professor across the hall is a little older, a lot smarter, and way too good for him. And she knows it. But wow is she beautiful when she blushes.

She's equally gorgeous when she's saving his butt. Because now things just got serious. A baby has been, literally, dropped off on his doorstep and to say he's in over his head is an understatement. Not that Harper knows anything about babies either. But at least they now having something in common.

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Demise of a Self-Centered Playboy by Piper Rayne (The Baileys #5)

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Demise of a Self-Centered Playboy will bring out the adventurer in you! Be prepared for witty banter and lots of laughter while reading this new addition to The Baileys series.

It took me a while to warm up to Cleo Dawson, as she comes off as cold-hearted at first, but once you witness her family dynamic, you'll understand more about what makes her tick.

Denver Bailey - I've been waiting (not so patiently) for his story, and it was more than I ever could've hoped for. He's no stranger to losing loved ones, but when his mentor passes away, it hits him hard.

The reality TV show was the perfect backdrop to witness Denver and Cleo's chemistry ignite. Neither of them will back down from their opinions and it just makes for a more lively story.

The character growth was the best part for me as a reader, and I loved watching Denver and Cleo each come into their own. I'll be the first to admit, this is my favorite book in the series so far, and that's a huge deal, considering how much I love this family! Another hit for Piper Rayne!!!  

😄 Comedy
 💧 Drama
💋 Romance

Summary:

You might be wondering how you'll know when your playboy ways are coming to an end. For some it might be an unexpected pregnancy (ahem...you know who), for others it might be finally landing the one woman you've always wanted (cough...I won't mention any names). For me, it was the death of my mentor and the subsequent reading of their will.

The signs were there, they always are. But I didn't notice them until it was too late, and my demise was complete.

Demise Sign #1 - You find yourself thrust into the land of responsibility and you don't immediately hightail it out of town.

Demise Sign #2 - Despite being stuck with the world's biggest Jekyll & Hyde, some sadistic part of you actually enjoys spending time with her.

Demise Sign #3 - Your family suddenly stops wanting to weigh in on every decision in your life.

Demise Sign #4 - Somehow you end up being the voice of reason in your tumultuous partnership.

Demise Sign #5 - You start thinking of other people before yourself.

Demise Sign #6 - You agree to put yourself in the middle of an Alaskan reality TV show that has both of you sleeping in the same tent.

Demise Complete.

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Man Fast by Krista Sandor (Bergen Brothers #1)

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A beautifully written tale of second chances, proving that everyone deserves a chance at forgiveness and redemption. I'm a sucker for a good playboy character, especially one that is doing it to avoid dealing with a tragic loss.

Brennen Bergen is the perfect guy you want to dislike, but you find yourself rooting for him to find his own happiness, even if it's with a girl he can't have.

Abby Quinn is done with men and wants to focus on her career after moving across the country for fresh start. Her interactions with the students, especially one little pyro in particular, had me laughing out loud on several occasions!

You're also introduced to the other Bergen siblings in this book, so you'll be left counting down the days until the next one in the series is released. A wonderful start to a new series, I can't wait for Man Feast!

Krista Sandor has the exact blend of comedy, romance and drama - with a touch of steam. I highly recommend starting this series, but be warned you won't be able to put it down.

I listened to Man Fast while driving to Denver, and it was the perfect backdrop, since that's where the story takes place. I'm not even ashamed to admit that I cried like a baby during a certain scene, but it was worth it! 

😄 Comedy
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
🎿 Sports

Summary:
Denver's biggest playboy is about to get schooled.

Brennen

Rich, powerful, and a former pro skier - nothing and no woman is off-limits to Brennen Bergen. Part of the billion-dollar Bergen mountain sports family, he's reigned supreme over the Denver social scene with his playboy antics.

But that's about to change when he meets Abby Quinn and gets schooled on the MAN FAST.

Abby

After a disastrous breakup, Abby Quinn has sworn off men.

No dating. No boyfriends.

A complete Man Fast.

She's starting over in Denver and landed a teaching position at a prestigious elementary school. It's a temporary post, but if she does a good job, the position could be permanent.

Too bad Brennen Bergen has just thrown a wrench into her plans.

Forced to shape up or be cut out of his family's fortune, Brennen must prove he's a contributing member of the community by volunteering at his former elementary school - Abby's new school - and the place where he can't hide behind his bad boy ways to numb the pain he's carried for over a decade.

Will an attraction between them spell trouble for Abby or will Brennen finally have met his match?

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Sophie by Kelsie Rae (Signature Sweethearts #5)

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My first read by this author and definitely NOT my last! A wonderful romantic comedy about Sophie Calloway, who gives her heart and virginity to Nathan, only to have him walk out and move away, literally to another state.

Nathan doesn't believe in love, as shown by example with his parents, so he develops a rule of never be with someone twice and absolutely no relationships. A month later, they're brought back together as members of their friends spontaneous bridal party, and chaos ensues.

A delightful story with witty characters that'll have you laughing right along with them! I'm going back to the beginning of the series to catch up on this entertaining group of friends and protective family members. This is a must read for any fan of romantic comedy!

😂 Comedy
💋 Romance

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