Underboss by Kristen Proby (With Me in Seattle Mafia #1)

 

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This spin-off series is amazing! Underboss will keep you guessing until the very end, while holding you emotionally hostage and unable to put the book down until you have closure.

When I first started reading, I was nervous about the lies and deceit between the main characters, but it's all worth it in the end, I promise. 

Nadia has endured silently, more than anyone could possible imagine, as she keeps the attacks hidden. Her strength, and often-times stubborn nature, is what drew me in, as I love a strong female lead character.

When someone targets multiple mafia families, Carmine and Nadia are forced to put their differences aside and unite to find who's behind the attacks, before another loved one is killed.

The dual narration in the audiobook takes the story to a whole new level. Bringing the characters to life and making you feel like your part of the mafia right along with them.

This book was everything I could've hoped for and more. I was enamored with the With Me in Seattle series, so I was excited to dive into this new spin-off. It definitely reignited my love for the mafia and I can't wait for more!

SUMMARY:

From New York Times Bestselling Author Kristen Proby comes an all new family in her With Me In Seattle world! Hold on to your seat as we introduce you to Kristen's new MAFIA FAMILY!

As the eldest son of Seattle's current mob boss, Carmine Martinelli's life has never really been his own. But he doesn't mind because his family means more to him than his life. Which is why he's determined to make those responsible for the death of his aunt and uncle pay -- in inventive and gruesome ways. And what better way to do that than to infiltrate the Russian mafia from the inside? It's a good thing the bratva's princess is stunning and seemingly willing to do whatever he asks. This vengeance could be the perfect mix of business and pleaure.

Nadia Tarenkov has several things stacked against her: she's a woman, and she's not the eldest child in her family. But it doesn't matter. She has her sights set on ruling the syndicate, and she always gets what she wants. When the heir to one of the States' most powerful crime families comes knocking, Nadia sees it for the gift it is. He thinks he has her fooled, but she's smarter, more cunning, and always two steps ahead. She'll beat the gorgeous mobster at his own game, and secure her place in the fold.

What neither of them takes into consideration, however, is that they aren't the only ones with deadly plans in motion. To survive, they'll have to come clean and work together -- and acknowledge that the growing love they've been pretending isn't there, is very real.

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Bet The Farm by Staci Hart

 

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I'd follow The Adventures of Farmgirl any day! Bet The Farm is a feel-good, enemies to more romance that will have your heart racing from both laughter and suspense.

Olivia is a breath of fresh air, and quite possibly one of my favorite heroines to date. Her strength, creativity, loyalty and witty comebacks make the entire story such a wonderful experience.

Jake's swoon level is of the level 5 variety, with his dedication to protect the only place he's ever truly called home. His well-guarded heart makes up for his macho tendencies that he sometimes has a hard time keeping under wraps.

From start to finish, this book had me laughing, holding my breath, swooning, and even shedding a few tears. This is one of the best releases I've read in 2021 and I will definitely be adding it to my physical book collection as well!

😄 Comedy

 💧 Drama

💋 Romance

SUMMARY:

Olivia Brent has one summer to save the dairy farm she just inherited.

But there's one problem, and it's not her lactose intolerance.

Jake Milovic.

The brooding farmhand has inherited exactly fifty percent of Brent Farm, and he's convinced the city girl can't work the land, he bets she can't save it in a summer.

Determined to prove him wrong, Olivia accepts what might be the dumbest wager of her life.

His strategy to win seems simple: follow her around, shirtlessly distracting her between bouts of relentless taunting. And it's effective -- if his dark eyes and rare smiles aren't enough to sidetrack her, the sweaty, rolling topography of the manbeast's body would do the trick.

What they don't know: they'll have to weather more than each other.

Mysterious circumstances throw the farm into disarray, and with the dairy farm in danger, Olivia and Jake have to work together. But when they do, there's more to fear than either of them imagined.

Because now their hearts are on the line, and the farm won't be the only casualty if they fail.

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Savor You by Kristen Proby (Fusion #5)

 

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Second chances never tasted SO good! Savor You is my favorite in the Fusion series and my heart is filled with so much happiness after listening to Mia and Camden's story.

Reunited after years apart brings feelings, both good and bad, back to the surface. When they're forced to work in close proximity for a new cooking show, they attempt a fresh start, but that can only last so long until they get closure for past mistakes.

With minimal drama, plenty of romance and laughter, a chance to interact with characters from previous books in the series - I was completely enamored with this story, from start to finish. I love the Fusion series and it's a definite must-read (or listen!)

SUMMARY:

In the next sizzling romance in Kristen Proby's New York Times bestselling Fusion series, two celebrity chefs compete in a culinary competition, but resisting each other will prove to be the greater challenge.

Cooking isn't what Mia Palazzo does, it's who she is. Food is her passion...her pride...her true love. She's built a stellar menu full of delicious and sexy meals for her restaurant, Seduction. Now, after being open for only a few short years, Mia's restaurant is being featured on Best Bites TV. To say Seduction is a wild success is an understatement. All the blood, sweat, tears, and endless hours of work Mia has put into the restaurant has finally paid off.

Then Camden Sawyer, the biggest mistake of her life, walks into her kitchen...

Camden's celebrity chef status is world-renowned. He's the best there is, and the kitchen is where he's most at home. He can't resist the invitation to Portland for a showdown against Mia for a new television show. Mia was in his life years ago, and just like before, he's met his match in the beautiful Italian spitfire. The way she commands the kitchen is mesmerizing, and her recipes are clever and delicious. He's never had qualms about competition, and this is no different. He can't wait to go head to head with Mia. But can he convince her the chemistry they share in the kitchen would be just as great in the bedroom as well?

As Mia and Camden face off, neither realizes how high the stakes are as their reputations are put on the line and their hearts are put to the ultimate test.

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Sugarcoated by Erin Nicholas (Hot Cakes #1)

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Sugarcoated will have you craving cake pops for days! After reading Zoe and Aiden's story I'll never be able to look at frosting quite the same way again, in the best way possible, and I'm more than okay with that.

I don't even know where to begin with this book...I loved it SO much that I couldn't put it down. Erin set up the characters perfectly to amp readers up for rest of the Hot Cakes series, and you'll find yourself falling for the other characters as well.

The rivalry between the local bakery, Buttered Up, and the factory in town, Hot Cakes, will have you cheering for both sides, all while craving a Little Debbie treat, lol.

The best part is the chemistry between Zoe and Aiden that burns so hot it rivals any kitchen fire. This was a slow burn, brothers best friend romance at it's best and one you should immediately add to your collection!

😄 Comedy
💋 Romance

Summary:

A hot, funny brother's best friend rom com...with sugar on top!

She's his best friend's little sister. He's known her all his life. He's practically part of the family. There is nothing either of them could do to surprise the other at this point.

Then she showed up in his bedroom in lingerie and asked him to take her v-card.

Okay, that was a surprise.

Aiden is pretty sure Zoe was equally surprised when he told her no.

To say that he didn't handle it well would be a massive understatement. Almost as massive as the amount of work he's going to have to do now to convince her that he wants her. Forever.

Right after he tells her that he's bought the company that's her bakery's biggest competitor.

Maybe if he tells her he's in love with her first, that will help sugarcoat the whole we're-rivals-in-business-now thing.

So, first "I'm in love with you", then "take off your clothes", then "I'm now your business adversary."

Piece of cake.

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