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Synopsis: From New York Time’s bestselling author R.L. Mathewson comes the prequel to the disturbingly funny romantic comedy series, Neighbor from Hell. She couldn’t do this anymore. After watching her best friend and the man that she’d been in love with her entire life propose to another woman, Morgan decided that it was time to finally move on. She made plans, plans that Eric didn’t know about and she planned to keep it that way, but unfortunately for her, one bet destroyed everything, leaving her with no choice but to be there for her best friend one last time. He was done. After catching his fiancée cheating on him, Eric Bradford was done wasting his time on women that he had absolutely no hope of falling in love with. He just needed time, a chance to get away, and he just needed… Her. Determined to figure out how he kept screwing up his life, Eric takes his best friend on the honeymoon that he’d spent a fortune on and asked her for one more favor, one ...

Synopsis: Old betrayals, new enemies, and a second chance at forever. On a mission to expose the crimes of a powerful man, Emma Gallagher’s informant is killed before he can hand over the proof she needs. When the man who once broke her heart gets the files instead, she’ll use their fierce attraction, his guilty conscience…whatever it takes to recover the evidence to bring a murderer to justice. Former special operator Jason Chin was hired to protect his wealthy client’s interests, but when an assassin attacks Emma, he’s forced to rethink everything he knows about the job, the choices of his past, and the woman he never stopped loving. On the run with her, he risks it all to outwit a deadly enemy and convince Emma to be his future. Goodreads :  https://www. goodreads.com/book/show/ 123203029-lie-with-me Purchase : Amazon:  https://amzn.to/ 3YTPvje B&N:  https://www. barnesandnoble.com/w/lie-with- me-gwen-hernandez/1143136723? ean=2940185733394 iBoo...

 A young queen. Her imaginary friend. A kingdom on the verge of death.⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ This YA romance features a gender-swapped Sleeping Beauty in an original fantasy world on the brink of doom.⁣ ⁣ Thorns at Sunrise by @janeen_ippolito is out NOW! Get your copy today ➞ https://amzn.to/3wrsHf4⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ #janeenippolito #ThornsatSunrise #coverreveal #comingsoon #YALit #YoungAdult #YA #YARomance #bookstagrammer #booksbooksbooks #XpressoTours⁣⁣⁣⁣ @XpressoTours⁣

  Synopsis: After a crazy summer of teenage drama and newfound love, Justin Ortega and Dominic Mendoza have decided to take things slower in order to really get to know each other. Both have dreamt of being with someone who truly understands them, but neither teen thought it would be this hard, especially when you have to keep your relationship a secret from the whole world. Just when they think their lives will always be filled with sneaking around, along comes a new student who opens their eyes to some wonderful new possibilities. But the road to a bright future has some harsh realities, and not everyone is pleased to see the new couple roam the halls of Garza High. Things get especially tense for Dominic when an unwanted figure shows up wanting to see him. Will Justin and Dominic be able to find a happy ending, or will their past and future collide in ways they never expected? Goodreads :  https://www. goodreads.com/book/show/ 123175969-the-mix...

Synopsis: In the wake of a lost messiah, an oppressed religious sect known as the ‘singers of Oros’ are targeted by those in power. A lone singer calling himself Runo works tirelessly to revive the faith of his people by any means necessary, involving a hunt for a witness who could expose his darker actions Meanwhile, a young slave named Cai is called on by a philosopher to aid in a catalogue of the wealthiest families in Grecuria, starting with the owner of the library where he works. On his journey he must confront a past that isn’t his own. Lastly, sailing on a sky ship surrounded by merchants, Mele Amahki was given passage to begin a new life. However, everything changes when they find themselves in a new, unexpected world. Mele is thrust into power, unsure of what is best for her crew. Knowledge, religion, power, and blood run through the veins of the Grecurian islands, but through these three headstrong individuals, the veins will be cut and darkness ...

  Book & Author Details: Stars on Fire by Sky Gold (The Sable Riders, #1) Publication date: February 26th 2023 Genres: Adult, Paranormal,  Romance, Science Fiction Synopsis: The thing is, Selene, I don’t do forever. It’s not what this is.’ – Kainan Sable. He’s lethal, wraith-like, a warrior who lives in the twilight, the hidden inferno amongst the stars. She’s driven, ambitious, and unrelenting, with an allure that forces him from the shadows. He needs to control the intensity of his reaction to her. She fights the temptation glinting in his sapphire wildfire eyes. He wants revenge. She wants forever. But he can’t give her ‘forever’. Or can he? War is stirring in the skies and stars above Eden II. Between empires in ascension and realms in decline. Kainan and Selene find themselves caught up in the maelstrom. Together they’ll light the stars on fire, even as darkness beyond their control seeks to turn their destiny – and their forever – to ashes. ___________...

�� CURRENTLY READING + GIVEAWAY Title: Prowl Series: The Game Series #12 Author: Cara Dee Genre: MM+MM Romance Release Day: March 28th, 2023 �� Add to your TBR here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/86535213-prowl ➡️ Preorder link in bio The Game Series • Book 12 • Sequel to Apex Predator • MMMM • Primal Play • D/s • Hurt Comfort • ADHD In Apex Predator, Lane and Macklin headed down to South Florida for a wild week in the sun, but now it's time to return to reality. Things back home might feel a bit...unsettled...for both men, and even more so when they notice two apex predators on the prowl. Ty and Walker will take it from here, boys. - The Game Series is a BDSM series where romance meets the reality of kink. Sometimes we fall for someone we don’t match with, sometimes vanilla business gets in the way of kinky pleasure, and sometimes we have to compromise and push ourselves to overcome trauma and insecurities. No matter what, one thing is certain. This is not a perfect worl...

Bookworm (buk-werm): Someone who loves books, reading, and/or studying. For reference, see Charlotte Kent.⁣ ⁣ Bookworm by @cookieogorman is an all-new YA romance novel coming on April 20th. Add it to your TBR ➞ https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123246035- bookworm⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣#cookieogorman #Bookworm #bookstagram #instabooks #bookish #booklover #greatreads #booknerd #fortheloveofreading #bookstagrammer #bibliophile #bookaholic #mustread #authorsofinstagram #bookblogger #amreading #XpressoTours @XpressoTours⁣  

Synopsis: I hate her. I can’t forgive what she did. But she’s the first one on the list. One final ride with my crew. One last chance to fulfill an oath sworn in blood. Yet I don’t expect the chemistry between us to knock me on my ass. And I don’t know how to reconcile my feelings, my need for her. It goes against every vow I swore. But I can’t stay away. She needs me. My body. My soul. My protection. With danger stalking her, I’ll use every trick I learned as a SEAL to defend her. Because nobody messes with what belongs to me. Grab this steamy, enemies to lovers, stand-alone where a Navy SEAL clashes with a stripper, as they grapple with an attraction they cannot deny. Goodreads :  https://www. goodreads.com/book/show/ 85173227-the-last-ride Pre-order :  https://books2read. com/u/3k2GJn  

 She planned everything... except this.⁣ ⁣ One Night Stand with Benefits by Amanda Usen is coming on April 17th! Get started with book 1 today ➞  https://amzn.to/3JDpkHS⁣ ⁣ #OneNightStandwithBenefits #AmandaUsen #Romancestagrammer #romancereadersofbookstagram #romancereads #romancebooklover #romancebookaddict #romancebooksofig #romancebooksofinstagram #romancebookworm #XpressoTours @XpressoTours⁣

Book review : This is the second novel in the award-winning Annie Hawkins Green series after  the first novel,  Behind the Lens. T his book is a c aptivating, fast-paced, and unsettling read  undoubtedly  a story of strength, love, perseverance, and resilience.   Annie Hawkins Green is without a doubt currently my favorite badass woman. She is smart, strong, gutsy, and kind, but at the same time flawed, with emotions (and lingering PTSD) that cause some of her decisions to take her into situations that range from mildly upsetting to life-threateningly dangerous.   A superbly crafted and thrilling sequel with enough twists and turns to keep you riveted right up to the tension-filled finale. The author has artisticly  captured the beauty and complexity of Afghanistan through the eyes and lens of Annie Hawkins—always with a tough, yet tender touch. I liked reading this book and would recommend this book to all mystery and thriller book lovers. I am thankf...

Book review : This book is  Full of hope, humor, and undeniable swoon , Deliciously steamy but still sweet.  This is a Cowboy Romance, and this is the fourth book in the Creedence Horse Rescue series. This book  is an endearing, feel good romance that’ll literally leave you smiling…the authentically relatable characters will capture your heart from the onset of Ethan and Jillian’s story. The Creedence Horse Rescue Ranch series continues, with beloved characters from the preceding stories continuing their own journeys, and with more quirky characters. This has been a truly enjoyable series, I can only hope there are more stories to come. I am thankful to @netgalley and the publisher for providing me the book in return of an honest review. A wonderful read !

 Book review : This book is an amazing and bittersweet ending to the trilogy. I love the blend of suspense, family drama and romance . The author  brings her trilogy of the Carson siblings to a close with her latest novel, “No More Secrets”. Her previous stories, “ No More Lies ” and “ No More Words ” introduced Olivia and Lily, and I was overjoyed to get the chance to explore Lucas’ side of things. Lucas is a broken soul who is presumed guilty  (by his own presumption anyway)  of a horrendous crime, it is easy to root for him. Shiloh, too, is so young and naïve and her innocent, protective relationship that develops with Lucas is so heartwarming, you can’t help but hope for good things for them both. Lucas and Shiloh bond over their mutual trauma, yet both are desperate to turn their lives around. It is quite intriguing to read how they handle their ongoing turbulances and try hard to bring peace and face the hurdles for a better future together. The author has well...

  Synopsis: What do you do when your best friend runs off with your fiancée on your wedding day? If you’re me, Lyon Elliot, you don’t get mad. You get even. Which means seducing my ex–best friend’s younger brother, Miles Halloran. The quiet one. The man I’ve known all my life but never paid attention to. The one I was told to stay away from because he’s way too nice for someone like me. Maybe they’re right. But see, this is where it gets a little more complicated. Because the more time I spend with Miles, the more I like him. Want him. Now I need him and his sweet smiles in my life. If this is still a game I’m playing…who’s fooling whom? From Lambda-Literary award winning author, Felice Stevens comes a story of finding the love you never dreamed possible, from the person who was right in front of you your whole life…but never noticed. Goodreads :  https://www. goodreads.com/book/show/ 123003589-revenge-is-sweet Purchase : Amazon:  https://amzn.to/ 3mMvWMf

Synopsis: He’s grumpy, boring, and thinks it’s okay to wear a suit and tie to a smalltown bar full of lumberjacks. But when I kiss him? Let’s just say I wasn’t expecting THAT. Harper Cole It’s one thing to be dumped by the huge Hollywood star you thought you were going to marry. It’s quite another to move back to the small town you’re both from. As a booby prize for being shown the door by Dex Ryan, everyone is trying to set me up with their son, their nephew, or their long-lost cousin’s gardener. Either that or they’re throwing me pitying looks that say, “You’re a big loser.” I’m not going to put up with their patronizing sympathy anymore. So, when I spot new-guy-in-town Christopher Young, I set out to make him mine. Or you know, pretend to make him mine. I’m still in a horrible funk over Dex, and Christopher is an uptight grump. Not exactly my type. The fact that despite appearances, he’s gorgeous and doing weird things to my blood pressure doesn’t mean a thing. Really. Not. A. Thing...

  ynopsis: Fifteen hundred years of Arthurian legend come to a head in the final installment of The Wraithwood Trilogy. The sword of legend, ancient magic, and a dead man’s secrets-together they could save Brinnie’s world or end it forever. Brinnie barely escaped Mordizan with her life. Battered and broken in body and soul, she knows she’s running out of time. And though she has discovered the identity of Mordred’s bane, no one knows where to find the legendary weapon. To discover the truth, she and Marcus must journey to Castelon and seek the aid of the Council. However, their actions at Mordizan brand them as enemies and war criminals. Between Mordred’s armies engaged in full-scale war and the political machinations of the Council, Brinnie struggles to balance the battlefield and the courtroom while estates fall before Mordred’s wrath. As magic ravages her own body, threatening her survival, the allure of ancient, forbidden power grows brighter. And only one man holds the knowled...

  Synopsis: A traumatized father seeks justice for his son’s death. A fallen man seeks atonement for his mistakes. A cryptic path hides all the answers. And so much more … For the past decade, Mark has been living like an alcoholic druggy, loathing himself for not having the power to protect his son from the hands of these goddamn monsters. For the past decade, Jason has been living a reclusive life, doomed by his enemies to spend the rest of his bland days in isolation till the illness seizes his last breath. For the past decade, Mark and Jason haven’t seen each other. But everything is about to change … A murder brings them together tonight, trapped among the streets of Chicago in the search for redemption by following a mystical path that could unlock the darkest scandal in history. As the path unrolls secrets buried in works like these of Nietzsche, Plato, and Aristotle, the shadiest aspects of the human soul come to the surface, and soon both men realize th...

  Synopsis: Breacher. Navy SEAL. Mercenary. Being a breacher on the Teams wasn’t a job, it was my drug of choice. Detonating charges, the blast waves going through me, I lived for the rush of tactical explosive breaching. As long as I kept my brothers safe and didn’t eat a piece of frag, I never looked past my next mission… until I screwed up. Miscalculating a blast zone, I took a hit. Then I was benched from active duty, told I’d taken one too many subconcussive blows, and forced into medical retirement.  Except the Navy wasn’t the only home for an explosives expert.  Alpha Elite Security  took me in, and I got to keep my addiction—right until a mysterious redhead walked into my blast zone and suddenly, I needed a new fix. Code name: Kilo. Mission: Detonate. KILO  is a standalone book in the exciting Alpha Elite Series by  USA Today  Bestselling author, Sybil Bartel. Come meet Kilo and the dominant, alpha heroes who work for AES! Goodreads :  htt...

Book review : This book is  a cute romcom read with a huge cast of characters.  In this book we have Anya who works with her best friend in the local school and Owen who is a fire fighter staying and working here temporarily. I didn’t really connect with Anya to be honest, I found her just so grumpy  Owen really was a ray of sunshine, and definitely a very patient person, extremely patient in fact.  The whole storyline is about how Anya keeps pushing Owen away and Owen keeps coming back for more. I enjoyed the friendship between Anya and her friends, I love how much they loved her and had her back no matter what. They were also willing to push her limits when she was being stubborn.   The only  strange thing i found is  that almost all of the characters in the book have had some kind of messed up childhood or situation where they had a child they didn't know about. No one had a "normal" relationship. Once again, not sure how realistic that is. I am tha...

Book review :  Mermaid of St. Moritz is the fifth book in the Mermaid of Venice series. It is very fast-paced, so there isn't a lot of words spent building up the action or scenery, but I didn't really mind the lack of excessive page space spent on pretty words. The characters still felt well-developed and the scenes are vividly depicted.  Also, I see so many parallels drawn between the stories and our current political, cultural and environmental climate . The author has meticulously entangled all the characters of all series and each character is portrayed vividly. Language is lucid and quite engaging. I am thankful to @netgalley and the publisher for providing me this book in return of an honest review. Overall a good read!

 Book review : This book is a collection if enthralling poems that lay you amidst memories of your life and make you ponder on your doings whether right or wrong. The beautiful moments spent as a daughter with your parents is so valuable that one cannot define it in terms.  These poems made me dive in the reality and moments of togetherness that a girl always wishes for after marriage. The little desires of youth or childhood are brilliantly expressed. One of my favorite poems I want to share:  📌 में मै हूँ मे,  मै हूँ, मे, मै हूँ,  कुछ अभिमानी सी, स्वाभिमानी भी, थोड़ी उलझी, थोड़ी सुलझी, मे, मै हूँ.  मेरा अपना एक बजूद है, जिसमे समाई है गहराई समुन्द्र सी, निर्मल धारा कलकल बहती नदी की मै, मै हूँ, गिरकर उठना मुझे आता है, टूटकर फिर जुड़ना आता है, मै खुद हूँ अपना संबल , मे, मै हूँ,  ओस की बूंदो सी, सूरज के ताप सी, मिट्टी की सोंधी सुगंध सी, संतो के हवन सी, मे, मै हूँ, चकहते बच्चों की किलकारी सी, अंबर नापते परिंदो सी, मे, मै हूँ..... The author has well penned...

 Book review : An enthralling read that guides to introspect and change your life style a bit to maintain a balance and cope up with ongoing stress. Though we all are aware of many techniques and yoga tips to cope up but in this book I found some new strategies and tips to improve your mental , physical and nutrition of your body. The author has portrayed all the tips through a story of Ayushi ,32 year old woman who opted to be with her father after her parents divorce. She joins a course called awareness journey lead by a mentor Selvan who was later named Oogway.  She seeks help in her rare autoimmune condition. Never heard about Energy Healing but takes a triumph of trying something new when nothing works. It is intriguing to read about her journey and how her little efforts helps her heal not only her physical health but also her relationship and her career by simply following the instructions consistently and persistently.  The author has well penned the instructions...

 Book review : A refreshing and thought provoking read that guides about love or who to relish when you are extremely alone. This phase occurred especially in covid time when any of us found covid prone then the whole area was blocked and the house quarantined.  The story revolves around the protagonist Kalyani, a doctor by profession. As she gets to know about her husband Major Kunal is hit by Corona , she is shaken from inside. A few days struggle , feeling helpless and unable to help her husband makes her frustrated. But her tolerance is tested when Kunal dies in covid ward leaving his family behind to grieve. Her quest for love and be resilent towards circumstances is an invisible thread running through. A guru and meditation being back her  long-wanted happiness but there are hidden   fears buried deep inside her heart that needs to be healed.  It takes more than psychotherapy and meditation to reach the truth  to face her fears and find her truth...

 Book review : Road trips have a long lasting impact on the traveller. Roads guide you the way along with deep insights of life that one cannot get being stagnant at one place. The paths covered has a bend or twists that indirectly pour light on the fact that life is full of twists and turns. Inspired by the road trips this book is a fascinating, captivating and enthralling collection of twenty short stories. Each and every story is unique and weaved in different parts of our country. Covering varied themes like patriotism, tradition, religion, identity and many more. Each story takes the reader on a fresh quest for emotions, deep hidden secrets , turmoil of ongoing turbulations and much more. In the story, "Soldier on the border", The author predicts the long perching quest of a common man to do something in his life. When this person gets a chance to do something for his closed ones or his country he is posted on the border area far away from his family and yet alone p...

 Book review : An utterly fresh and unique take on the shifter genre.  Dark, gruesome, and brutal, but also heart meltingly sweet, and filled with real emotions. (and a ton of sex) This is a MM  love story. It's hardcore and animalistic with alpha/beta dynamics. It takes place in the current world,  where stupid humans decided it was a good idea to play around with an ancient book.  This is an intricate story, alternating between the present day and flashbacks to earlier events. Told from both Luca and Nox’s points of view, we get their perspectives on their growing understanding of the mystery, as well as their blossoming love affair. The premise that scientists are exploring unorthodox ways to cure fatal illness, or even dabbling with resurrecting the dead, is frighteningly close to reality. Adrienne Wilder cleverly blends Egyptian lore with modern science and a touch of magic, to create an event that’s just close enough to possible to make my skin crawl. The ...

  Synopsis: Inheriting a bad-tempered boss brings the sweetest insanity in this roaring funny and shamelessly steamy grumpy-sunshine romance from Wall Street Journal bestselling author Nicole Snow. Grandma left me the life of my dreams with one ginormous catch. Miles flipping Cromwell. Workaholic king of grumps. Control freak. Older billionaire next door. We didn’t exactly hit it off when he showed up with an offer to buy my land and my hyperactive dogs yanked my robe open right in front of him. I wish running him off my porch totally mortified was the worst part. But re-opening Washington’s cutest inn gets crazy expensive. When Seattle’s hottest crankyface bachelor comes knocking again, he has me cornered. This time with a high-paid job offer I can’t refuse. I thought I was strong. I thought I could force a smile, work, and laugh off his rude demands. I thought I could ignore his obscenely good looks, his innuendo, his incendiary glares. Never once did I think he’d ambush me on a ...

 Book review : Lake Bride A Sweet Western Romance (Holiday Brides Book 5) by Shanna Hatfield was a wonderful story and clean romance.  This is a sweet story of rediscovery and forgiveness that tugs at the heart.  Bridger has continuously gone above and beyond to serve his country, but he now finds himself at a crossroads in his life. When he inherits a cabin from his great uncle, he is hoping that spending time there will give him the clarity he needs but he never expected that it would bring Shayla into his life. Shayla is a nurse who is cheerful and always sees the best in everyone and every situation. From her first meeting with Bridger they are drawn to each other in a way that neither expected and that only escalates when they spend time together. Bridger and Shayla couldn’t have been more diverse, but they balance each other to perfection as she not only shows him love but gives him hope for the future as well. I loved that this story involved Bridger's ancestors an...

 Book review : This book has a lot of promising attributes: Opposites Attract, Grumpy and Sunshine, The Cowboy Love Interest, etc. all really great stuff that readers love to read about. However… there was the non-necessary thrown in racial slur towards an indigenous character that happens so casually but it’s never brought up again or used a plot device to correct other. Randi is a soon to be college graduate returning to Oregon to finish her last year of school. She finds some affordable housing a little bit out of town. She’s been assured it is a quiet place filled with other studious women. Surprise surprise, it’s not, it’s a party house filled with lots of intoxicated people. She obviously freaks out and makes a scene right then and there. Buck is planning on moving his trailer to the property. He wants a little more space to move and he has a friendship with the girls living there. Buck steps in and protects Randi when she gets upset for being lied to about the condition of h...

Book review : Green House Haunting is the perfect level of mystery and eeriness that leaves you grasping the edge of your seat as you wait to see what happens next.  This book was creepy and spooky, perfect for the upcoming Halloween season. I loved that there was a mystery to be solved and that this was an actual ghost story. The story is set in a  small town Cottage River in the early 1980’s where  Andy is hired by the Ill mannered Lillian to write an article about her mother’s death and the disappearance of her little brother, Linus. Andy is to write her story while staying alone in the isolated “Green House” where the whole  mystery began. As Lillian suspected, the Green House has a story to tell and Andy has the inquisitive mind and the guts to listen. While the Green House has it’s haunting, Could Andy’s mother be seeking her out in this lonely house too? The author has well penned the  ghost story loaded with mystery, suspense, and some effective twists a...