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The perfect marriage of convenience! Making Whoopie will own your heart from the first chapter, and I guarantee you'll never be able to look at cheesy potatoes the same way again.
Grant and Josie's chemistry is undeniable, only growing stronger the longer they're together, whether it's fake or not.
While Grant's main focus in life is to educate women on how to be self-reliant, Josie is a walking contradiction to that, but she fights tooth and nail for what she wants in life.
A sweetly charming, romantic comedy and my favorite in the Hot Cakes series so far. A steamy read with a Cinderella-vibe that will leave you with a sweet tooth. I'm really looking forward to Cam and Whitney's story next!
😄 Comedy
💋 Romance
SUMMARY:
This marriage of convenience is about to get sticky.
Getting hitched for the health insurance is not Jocelyn Asher's idea of romance.
But the hospital quote has really frosted her cookies, and suddenly, "I'm rich. We should get married," sounds a whole lot more swoony.
Especially when the man proposing is this gorgeous. And takes her to parties featuring champagne and petit fours. She's a sucker for anything with bubbles or icing. And just like that she finds herself married to a near stranger.
Grant Lorre is usually allergic to spontaneity.
So why did he ask the beautiful small-town baker he had a one-stand with to marry him? Somehow watching her lick batter off a whisk -- not a euphemism -- made a wedding and a little fraud seem like a sweet idea.
They'll just play house and make some whoopie -- pies, of course -- for a few months and then move on with their separate lives. Until then, bring on the cream filling. And that is a euphemism.
But as things heat up even outside of the kitchen, they quickly realize there's no recipe to follow when it comes to love.
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Fashion Jungle is a cutthroat look at the world of fashion! This book will keep you on the edge of your seat with suspense, drama and romance. I'm incredibly blown away by and can't wait to read it all over again.
The story revolves around the 4 main people left behind after the death of their friend and sister. Four very different lives, with secrets behind them all.
I could NOT put this book down once I started it, and I'm not ashamed to admit that I even ugly cried at one point. Such a tragic and beautifully woven tales of love, loss and lies.
This is my top recommended book of 2020 so far, and it'll be hard to beat! Such a powerhouse duo of talented writers, I'm still reeling even days later.
**Fair warning: It could contain some triggers for some (it did for me), so just be aware going in.
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
🙈 Suspense
Summary:
Four women...Four very different paths. One incredibly cutthroat world.
Welcome to the Jungle.
As America's sweetheart, Brittany is perceived as the "good girl." The sort to bring her Bible to a photoshoot...only to garner the attention of a most unlikely suitor. Until one mistake irrevocably changes both of their lives forever. Fortunately, both now and then, Brittany has wonderful support systems, including her tribe.
The leader of the tribe and a model who's fought every battle and obstacle in the industry, Zoe, knows her worth. Until a sex tape scandal rocks her world. She sees no choice but to put her trust in the one man she shouldn't, to make it all go away and help her succeed. Unfortunately, not only is he mired in New York's underbelly, he wants repayment...with interest. Namely, her hand in marriage.
Despite her seemingly perfect life, Everlee has problems of her own. Not only has her world-renowned photographer husband been cheating, but it's actually much worse than that. The things surrounding what he's done are so dark and dangerous, Everlee's life may actually be in jeopardy.
And then there's Danica, cold, dead in the ground Danica. Some secrets stay hidden while others are just waiting to be discovered - hers has the power to alter the industry forever.
In the world of the Fashion Jungle, it's easily eat or be eaten...but, if you make it out alive, you just might have a story to tell - though it will likely be one of secrets, lies, deceit, and loss.
Strap on your stilettos, it's about to get wild.
Based on true stories and events.
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Almost Just Friends will warm your heart! This story dives right in to the family drama and pulls at your heart strings with every chapter.
Piper Manning had to grow up at a young age, raising her two younger siblings the best she knew how. Now that they've all rejoined under one roof, secrets slowly come to life and the world she thought they existed in, is shattered.
Camden Reid has a promise to keep, and although it's the last thing he wants to do, he's determined to make the best of it...even if it includes keeping secrets from his gorgeous neighbor.
Camden and Piper both have tragic pasts, but that's what ties them together. Their chemistry is undeniable, but there's also a kinship from the start that enables them to open up to one another, while weathering the storms that come their way.
This book definitely had me crying more than laughing, but it was so worth the emotional ups and downs. Each character pulls you in a different direction, whether it's through loss, drama, or addiction. Such a beautifully told story, I can't recommend it enough!
Almost Just Friends can be read as a stand alone, but you'll find yourself wanting to experience everything in Wildstone, and coming back for more!
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
Summary:
Piper Manning's about as tough as they come, she's had to be. She raised her siblings and they've thankfully flown the coop. All she has to do is finish fixing up the lake house her grandparents left her, sell it, and then she's free.
When a massive storm hits, she runs into a tall, dark and brooding stranger, Camden Reid. There's a spark there, one that shocks her. Surprising her further, her sister and brother return, each of them holding their own secrets. The smart move would be for Piper to ignore them all but Cam unleashes emotions deep inside of her that she can't deny, making her yearn for something she doesn't understand. And her siblings...well, they need each other.
Only when the secrets come out, it changes everything Piper thinks she knows about her family, herself...and Cam. Can she find a way to outrun the demons? The answer is closer than she thinks -- just as the new life she craves may have already begun.
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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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Sticking to the Script far exceeded my expectations! I was hesitant when first starting this story as I thought it'd be about a jaded man, swearing off romance - I've never been so excited to be wrong.
This book would be better enjoyed if you've previously read the Knitting In The City series, but can definitely be read as a stand alone. The second book in the Cipher Office series, it brings back characters that you've already met and loved in Weight Expectations.
Staying true to the Penny Reid world, Steven finally gets his chance at a happily ever after, even though he's against putting his heart out there to be broken.
Ken is a breath of fresh air and just what Steven needs, even if he refuses to admit it. This story was full of humor and undeniable chemistry between the characters, you'll want to read it all over again!
😄 Comedy
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
Summary:
Steven Thompson had a bad year. A string of mean, kinky (the alarming kind, not the good kind), and crazy dating debacles combined with a boss who appears to be experiencing male-prenatal-psychosis means Steven's stress levels are high. They're so high, he's decided to quit dating and focus instead solely on his job.
Until he meets Dr. Ken Miles.
Doctor Ken Miles is having a fantastic year. His hard work is paying off in a big way...professionally. But his social life? Not so much.
Until he meets Steven Thompson.
Steven isn't so sure about Dr. Miles, but Ken is one hundred percent certain about Mr. Thompson. And even though both men know full well that the key to getting what you want out of life is hard work, they can't seem to make them - together - work.
Will they ever get on the same page? Or just keep sticking to the same old script?
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Dare Me Tonight is a steamy romance that'll make you believe in second chances. After Sienna gives a cherished piece of herself to Ethan, you find yourself hoping for the impossible to happen between the two.
Once you find out more about the history of the Dare family, your heart breaks for the siblings and you can see why they've all built a wall around their hearts.
Ethan is trying to protect his contract for the sake of his business, but every time he pushes Sienna away or insists on keeping her a secret, it just proves to her that he's not the guy she's meant to be with.
I love how overprotective her family is, especially her brothers. This was a great heart-warming story about family, forgiveness and making your own path in life.
With each book in this series, I'm always left counting down to the next release date! I absolutely love the Dare family!!
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
Summary:
One virgin, one night, on surprise baby...
For Ethan Knight, managing his empire is his priority. Women, not so much. But when a favor leads to him meeting sexy, driven Sienna Dare at a black tie corporate event, his interest is piqued along with his desire, and his infamous control slips as he joins her for an unforgettable night in bed.
Sienna Dare is trying to figure out the direction of her life when she meets enigmatic Ethan Knight - a strong, confident man so hot and irresistible he's the one she finally relinquishes her v-card to.
The problem? Ethan has a billion dollar contract with Sienna's brother at stake. An overly-protective brother who doesn't take it well when he finds out his business associate bedded his much younger sister. Oh, and she's pregnant, too...
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Making Up will have you in tears from laughter, literally from the very first page! Helena Hunting is one of my favorite RomCom authors, and this book is the perfect example as to why.
While I love how witty and charming her characters are, the best part is they don't have a filter, and that's a rare treasure these days.
Cosy and Griffin are from two very different worlds, with a bit of an age gap, and yet, it's clear to everyone but them how perfect they suit each other.
There's just enough drama and romance to break up the humor (or else you'd stroke out from laughing SO hard), and plenty of swoon worthy moments.
Ignoring the fact that I wanted to run over a certain character (or two) with a fancy car, I'm still smiling just thinking about how much I loved this story.
If you're looking for a feel good book, that you'll be talking about with your friends, look no further than Making Up!
😄 Comedy
💧 Drama
💋 Romance
Summary:
Cosy Felton is great at her job - she knows just how to handle the awkwardness that comes with working at an adult toy store. So when the hottest guy she's ever seen walks into the shop looking completely overwhelmed, she's more than happy to turn on the charm and help him purchase all of the items on his list.
Griffin Mills is using his business trip in Las Vegas as a chance to escape the broken pieces of his life in New York City. The last thing he wants is to be put in charge of buying gag gifts for his friend's bachelor party. Despite being totally out of his element, and mortified by the whole experience, Griffin is pleasantly surprised when he finds himself attracted to the sales girl that helped him.
As skeptical as Cosy may be of Griffin's motivations, there's something about him that intrigues her. But sometimes what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas and when real life gets in the way, all bets are off. Filled with hilariously awkward situations and enough sexual chemistry to power Sin City, Making Up is the next standalone in the Shacking Up world.
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