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Friday, October 31, 2008

Best New Romance Novel Reviews

The newest romance novels rated 5 hearts (or stars, books, etc.) from The Wild Rose Press are listed here.

Click title to find the book, or hearts to read the review. For a description of ratings, please click here.

Top Read
Letters from Home, by Jo Barrett ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, spicy

Letters from home lift John Caldwell’s spirits during his tour of duty in Iraq. Phoebe Honeycutt, otherwise known as Aunt Bee to all the kids in the neighborhood, fills an empty place in his life through her letters and cookie care packages after the death of his grandmother. But what John doesn’t realize is that Phoebe isn’t the doddering old lady he believes her to be. And when they come face to face at last, her delicious cookies aren’t the only things he wants to sample.

“Wow! Great story. I was literally angry when I had to stop reading half way through and go to bed at almost midnight….I was so engrossed with the plot and engaged by the delightful characters of Jo Barrett’s Letters From Home I wanted to finish it in one sitting.” – Rebecca Savage, WRDF Reviews
…full review
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A Diamond at Midnight, by Anne Rainey ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, hot

Diamonique’s life is changed forever when she stumbles across Cain Reed on a dark, lonely New York street. With a single bite, she’s given immortality and shown unimaginable pleasure. But before she can explore eternal love his betrayal tears them apart.
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“I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end and look forward to more books by Ms. Rainey.” – Tami, Simply Romance Reviews
…full review
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All on Her Own, by Margo Hoornstra ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (later life), sweet

Nancy Carter doesn’t always rant and carry on like a raving lunatic. But then this is the first time an automatic car wash has actually devoured her car. Add to that the constant meddling of her well-meaning sister. No matter what, said sister insists Nancy come by her house to meet the latest entrant in her ongoing Matchmaker Sweepstakes. Enter Rob Martin to the rescue.
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“I laughed so much while reading the story and contemplating the pitfalls that life has thrown in Nancy's path…. I look forward to reading more of Ms. Hoornstra's work.” – Laura, Simply Romance Reviews
…full review
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Between Floors, by Beate Boeker ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (later life), sweet

Sarah can't resist a swim in the luxurious pool of the Grand Excelsior Hotel, though she hates to return to her room in a bathrobe, dripping wet. Just as she braves the elevator, a gorgeous man joins her. Sarah curses her luck and pretends to disappear into thin air, when all at once, the elevator gets stuck . . .

“This was a laugh out loud book, that I would highly recommend to anyone who loves romance. It was written with the essentials to a good romance; intelligent banter, humor and just an edge of sizzle. Beate Boeker did an excellent job…” -- Val, Simply Romance Reviews
…full review
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Love with a Welcome Stranger,
by Lynnette Baughman
☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (Western), spicy

She doesn't remember that the handsome Montana rancher was once a poor cowboy who loved her. He can't forget that she left him and never looked back. Mandy McCay's life as a Hollywood starlet ended with a bullet from a deranged fan. Miraculously, she recovers, learns to walk and speak, but there are gaps in her memory. Important gaps.
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“I say very well done Lynnette Baughman and I look forward to more from you in the future. This book reminds me of why I got hooked on romance at the age of fifteen.” -- Breia Brickey, WRDF Reviews
…full review
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Oh, So Right, by Margo Hoornstra ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (later life), sweet

School teacher Megan Charles has known local business owner Randy Simms her entire life. Knows everything about him. She especially knows he’s nothing like her gorgeous mystery man. The one she’s absolutely positive is going to ask her to run away with him any day now.
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“This is just a wonderful short story! Ms. Hoornstra has done a lovely job painting a verbal portrait of two people who belong together and the circumstance that helps them realize it.” Black-eyed Susan, Long and Short Reviews
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Out of Her League, by Kaylea Cross ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, spicy

Christa Bailey is one cut away from making the Olympic softball team when threats from an obsessed fan jeopardize her dream, and her safety. Forced to put her life on hold, she reluctantly turns to ERT officer Rayne Hutchinson for help, praying the police catch her stalker before she is cut from the team or does something stupid, like fall in love with her unattainable protector.
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“I was so impressed by the depth of the story and how each different layer was carefully pulled together in the end. Truly one of the most remarkable stories I have read. Kudos to the Ms. Cross for a story well-told.” – Laura, Simply Romance Reviews
…full review
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Ransomed Heart, by Michelle Cary ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, spicy

Vanessa Beaumont is desperate to protect her beloved thoroughbred, Ransom, from her ex-husband’s clutches. Intent on hiding Ransom at her friend’s farm hidden in the mountains of Pennsylvania, Vanessa falls short of her destination when she collides with a deer during a summer storm and is forced to rely on the kindness of a stranger to help protect her horse.
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“This was a fabulous story that I just didn’t want to come to an end. From the very first paragraph to the very last, I was sitting on the edge of my seat. “ -- Diana Coyle, Night Owl Romance
…full review
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There’s Only Been You,
by Donna Marie Rogers
☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, spicy

Malicious lies, drugs and a videotape are the reasons young lovers Sara Jamison and Mike Andrews have spent the last eight years apart, each believing the other betrayed them. Sara has no clue where Mike's been all these years, but she knows where she's been busy raising their son.
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“I have to say Ms. Rogers outdid herself yet again. From the first page, I was pulled into the story and I remained hooked right until the last sentence.” – Diana Coyle, Night Owl Romance
…full review
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Friday, October 24, 2008

Best New Romance Novel Reviews

The newest romance novels rated 5 hearts (or stars, books, etc.) from The Wild Rose Press are listed here.

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A Trail of Love, by Bess McBride ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (later life), sensual

Kerrie is on the run from a painful past, and she hides in plain sight as a summer employee in the majestic setting of Glacier National Park. Lonely and isolated from the family and friends she left behind, she dreams of the day when a kind and gentle man will say to her: “I fell in love with you the first time I saw you across the room.”
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“This was an awesome read, filled with a great mixture of romance and suspense.” – Dawn, WRDF Reviews
…full review
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The Wiccan Kitten, by Susanne Saville ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

Before her landlord's exorcism banishes the innocent apparition haunting her Salem apartment, Freyja Amador must cast a spell to save her ghost cat. Unfortunately, her spell's success can only be guaranteed through sex magick on Halloween night—two days away. She needs a man. And she believes she has just met the perfect one. Shane Logan, however, has troubles of his own.
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“Susanne Saville writes a short but fun tale…While THE WICCAN KITTEN is being released for Halloween, it is exactly the sort of story that is worth reading any time of year. Highly recommended!” – Debbie, C2KS Kwips and Kritiques
…full review
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Friday, October 17, 2008

Best New Romance Novel Reviews

The newest romance novels rated 5 hearts (or stars, books, etc.) from The Wild Rose Press are listed here.

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Recommended Read
Anam Cara, by Keena Kincaid ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

Branwyn ap Owen knows it’s appointed for men “once to die, then the judgment,” but his hell is to live again and again until he rights an ancient wrong. Unlike other such souls caught on a karmic wheel, he remembers the past, and he always remembers her.
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“Keena Kincaid has written a masterful historical/paranormal romance in her debut novel, ANAM CARA.” – Katherine, Dark Angel Reviews
…full review
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A Forever Kind of Thing, by Sharon Cullen ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

Mikael Giovanni, King of the Giovanni gypsy tribe, has been cursed to live forever. Jaded and bitter with the life he’d been dealt, he meets Allie Tremont, a woman with her own demons to battle.
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A Forever Kind of Thing is indeed staying forever on my bookshelf so that I can read it over and over again….The novel has it all—heart-wrenching moments and intrigue that kept me avidly reading until I had to force myself to stop. Even then I couldn’t stop thinking about what would happen next.” – Bittersweet, Long and Short Reviews
…full review
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Fried, Scrambled and Unequally Yoked,
by Kimberlee R. Mendoza
☆☆☆☆☆
Young Adult, sweet

Living in a divorce situation has never been easy on any of the Russells, but lately Kevin feels like the invisible sibling. Things only get worse when Melena, the only one in his family he can count on, decides to get married and move out of state. So when gorgeous Janessa Blackington shows interest, he's hooked. But dating the wild girl will come at a high price that could cost him his dreams and possibly his life.
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“I began reading this with no idea of what I was getting. I was hooked from the very beginning and drawn into the story by the effective way that Ms Mendoza draws characters, sets the scenes and builds the plot.” -- Vasiliki Scurfield, WRDF Reviews
…full review
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Watching You, by Lynette Rees ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, spicy

Upon the reading of her father’s will, Angeline Hamilton is devastated to discover that not only has she lost her inheritance, but she has lost Tarrington Manor -- her beloved family home. When a reckless decision results in her working for the new owner, Sebastian Tremaine, she finds herself hopelessly attracted to the very man she should resent.
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“Lynette Rees builds a tale full of great characters….This is a darned good story.” – Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
…full review
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Friday, October 10, 2008

Best New Romance Novel Reviews

The newest romance novels rated 5 hearts (or stars, books, etc.) from The Wild Rose Press are listed here.

Click title to find the book, or hearts to read the review. For a description of ratings, please click here.

Joyfully Recommended
Love in Bloom, by Jules Bennett ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, sweet

Claire Wilson's life was never more promising. She has a boyfriend and a budding career as a nature photographer…until an accident robs her sight. Now...
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"For a romantic, irresistible story that makes you believe in happily ever afters, look no further than Love in Bloom. Weeks later, I still find myself smiling over the book - a testament to Jules Bennett’s superb storytelling skills." -- Shayna, Joyfully Reviewed
...full review
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Bay Leaves and Bundles, by Sarita Leone ☆☆☆☆☆
Historical, sweet

Amy had her heart set on becoming Mrs. Ben Warner, the handsomest man in Williamsburg. She wanted to toss his tricorn hat to the ground, run her fingers through his soft, silky curls and press her body to his….How, then, to encourage Ben's declaration of love? Amy has a few ideas…
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"This is such a great story of sibling rivalry which Ms. Leone builds just right." -- Dee Daily, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Courting Trouble, by Renee Knowles ☆☆☆☆☆
Historical, spicy

Lord Anthony Darby is determined to marry a wife with an exemplary reputation. Then he sees his childhood companion, gorgeous, scandalous, Lily Kennyon again. And all he wants is her in his bed. He decides to avoid her. Until her father makes him an irresistible offer...
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"Renee Knowles did an amazing job with this book. A simple story line, full of passion and emotions, I was drawn in immediately.... If you enjoy historical romance with plenty of passion, you will love this book!" -- Amaranth, Long and Short Reviews
...full review
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Operation: After-Life, by Angela Cavener ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

It’s a volatile mix when seasoned, no-nonsense FBI Special Agent Nathan West is forced to work with Aubrey Scott, a quirky, freethinking spirit medium who’s in way over her head. Despite their polar opposite views, clashing wills, and reluctant but fiery attraction, Nate and Aubrey must pool their skills to stop a bio-terrorism threat of cataclysmic proportions.
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"I enjoyed Operation: After-Life immensely. I love whirlwind stories and you couldn't ask more from this book." -- Lynda, Simply Romance Reviews
...full review
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The SS Grace, by Betsy Ann St. Amant ☆☆☆☆☆
Inspirational, sweet

Savannah Dodson thinks this cruise will be the honeymoon she never had. But once onboard, her husband delivers a blow that threatens to drown her heart forever. Can Savannah and Austin find the grace they need to save their marriage? Or will it sink to its death beneath tumultuous waves?

"In this day and age it may be difficult for people to realize that God still does act in our lives when we allow him to. The author reminded us through Savannah and Grace that we have to let God help us, give up some of that control over our lives and let God in. This is really an uplifting book." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Somewhere My Love, by Beth Trissel ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

Star-crossed lovers have a rare chance to reclaim the love cruelly denied them in the past, but can they grasp this brief window in time before it is too late? Newly arrived at Foxleigh, the gracious old Wentworth home in Virginia, British born Julia Morrow is excited at the prospect of a summer working as a guide in the stately house and herb garden. She quickly discovers the historic plantation holds far more.
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"Ms. Trissel has woven a wonderful story of historical love, mystery, and intrigue....I would definitely recommend this novel to anyone looking for a good story, excellent writing, and a heartwarming love story." -- Jenny Gilliam, WRDF Reviews
...full review
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This Time for Always, by Debra St. John ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, spicy

As manager of a local bar, The Corral, Sharlie Montgomery has put the past behind her. That is until Logan Reed walks back into her life, turning her world upside down.
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"I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an expressive romance with a happily ever after. This is not a cut-and-dried story that automatically gives away the ending. Expect some surprises. Above all, expect a great book from a wonderful author." -- Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Friday, October 3, 2008

Best New Romance Novel Reviews

The newest romance novels rated 5 hearts (or stars, books, etc.) from The Wild Rose Press are listed here.

Click title to find the book, or hearts to read the review. For a description of ratings, please click here.

Recommended Read
Joshua’s Hope, by Carol Ann Erhardt ☆☆☆☆☆
Inspirational, sweet

Hope Courtland escaped her marriage to save her life. Her only regret is leaving her four-year-old stepson, Joshua, behind. Though she wants custody, no attorney is willing to tackle her ex-husband in a custody battle. Hope’s faith begins to falter. She learns that Joshua is paying the consequences for her freedom, and in an act of desperation, she kidnaps him. Suddenly, she becomes a suspect in her ex-husband’s murder.
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"Ms. Erhardt has created this phenomenal story that ensnares the reader from the very first paragraph. I couldn’t put the book down until the very last page." -- Teresa, Fallen Angel Reviews
...full review
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A Man Mom Would Love, by Susan Lyons ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, sweet

Every man's neighbor is his looking glass. That's what Lexie's mom always used to say. But since moving to the city, Lexie wonders if there are any good neighbors outside Kerry Corners, her small hometown. Then she meets Kevin, a man who takes the time to look after his elderly friend Pearl. What a pity this sweet guy already has a girlfriend…
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"This is really an uplifting book for moms and for people everywhere who get bogged down in their surroundings like Lexie did at first. The author reminds us that there just might be something brighter around the corner if we keep looking with a smile on our face." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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A Temporary Arrangement, by Tricia Jones ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, spicy

Finn Montgomery needs a wife … temporarily…. Thia Conway needs a miracle … permanently. Too bad that miracle comes in the shape of a ruthless and arrogant businessman who views a marriage proposal as just another clause in a contract – a contract Thia has no option but to sign.
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"If you think this book is a typical romance book, think again. Tricia Jones breathes new and fresh plotline with believable characters that will rock your world." -- Amylove, WRDF Reviews
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First Sight to Last, by Sharon Horton ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, sensual

Confident and self-reliant, Special Agent, Singer McLaine believes earning the elite Point Four status will be as routine as all her other assignments have been. And with good reason. With several successful missions under her belt, Singer has proven her age, looks and stature make her perfect for any task, which calls for the art of blending in. It's because of her abilities, that when two police detectives are missing in action, Singer's skills are called upon.
Proficient in her craft Singer finds the detectives, and in one of them, Evan Wolcott, thinks she's found a kindred spirit. She thought wrong.
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"With a great plot, sensational secondary characters, and intrigue that bites, this is one story that I found excellent. By adding a little bit of miscommunication, some shady characters and an interesting couple trying to push their feelings away, I discovered a story that left me feeling good all over." -- Linda L., Fallen Angel Reviews
...full review
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Forty Something, by Mary Eason ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (later life), sweet

Some mistakes are easy to forget, while others can become glaring reminders of past failures that stand ready to haunt you for the rest of your life. For Laney Winters, life is full of glaring reminders. Starting with the fact that she's pregnant at forty-one, has just been divorced by her louse of an ex-husband who has a fetish for his secretaries, and, to top it off, has been forced by financial circumstances to move back home to live with her two very eccentric, matchmaking old-maid aunts.
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"I really enjoyed this book....For those who wonder, this is a sweet romance that has no graphic love scenes, but which is full of heart-warming love. If you are a fan of contemporary romances, you shouldn’t miss this one!" -- Jean, Fallen Angel Reviews
...full review
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Found, by Jenna Bayley-Burke ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, sensual

Arriving home after a girls’ night out, Eden's realized she no longer needs to look for love. Love is right there, sleeping in her bed. But does he feel the same?

"This is one of those tales that seems light hearted on the surface but the author has put some oomph into it with the depth behind the simple story. This is a really good read." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Fresh Start, by Claire Sanders ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary (Western), spicy

All Sara Robbins wants is a little independence and a chance to lick her wounds in peace, but with her domineering mother breathing down her neck and the humiliation of being left at the altar, she’s certainly not going to get that in Texas. What’s a girl to do but pack a bag and move to Montana for a fresh start? She takes a job teaching in a one-room on the McCurry ranch, and within a few hours of meeting rancher Daniel McCurry, sparks are flying.
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"There's just a wealth of good things to say about this book. I highly recommend it as an uplifting tale of love and good people all wrapped into a great storyline." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Kill a Painted Pony, by Kelsy George ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, sensual

Annie Oakes restores carousel horses by day and, as Annabelle Oaklee, shoots guns and throws knives at night…. When the man who steps out of the stands during her performance in Cheyenne turns out to be the former boy-next-door she was in love with as a teenager, she knows something's wrong. Kieran Hawes is now an investigator for WRAITH, a privately funded law enforcement organization.
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"Killed A Painted Pony is an engaging story...full of suspense and action-packed entertainment. With its great pacing, well-developed plot, and robust characters, I found it an impeccable read." -- Linda L., Fallen Angel Reviews
...full review
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Love, Vampire Style, by Toni V. Sweeney ☆☆☆☆☆
Paranormal, spicy

For over 290 years, Val had played fast and loose where women were concerned, so when he was ordered to think "marriage," rebellion set in...until he met Aneke, who was everything he wanted in a wife--except that she's human....

"Toni Sweeney does a fantastic job with this short story about a young vampire and his duty to his family." -- Cassie, Simply Romance Reviews
...full review
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Miles from You, by Marianne Arkins ☆☆☆☆☆
Vintage, sweet

It's 1948, and thirty-four year-old diner owner Millie Townsend is well on the shelf. Millie's fallen hard for regular customer, Paul Whittier, a veteran of World War II and a civil engineer. When she discovers he's accepted a new job out of state and it's their last evening together, how can this ultra-shy spinster find the nerve to show she's interested in more than just friendship?

"Marianne Arkins writes one of those books that should come with a box of Kleenex attached, or at least one of those pocket packs....This is a sweet read." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Searching for Sophie, by Rachel Brimble ☆☆☆☆☆
Suspense, spicy

Harbouring the secret pain of giving up her child for adoption thirteen years ago, Melanie Royal has hidden herself behind the quiet role of Head Librarian in Layley Hill. But then a crazed admirer rips her daughter from a loving home and Melanie is thrown into a race against time to save Sophie's life…
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"This engaging read takes the reader by storm with all the intense action, great plot, wonderful dialogue, and a cast that takes hold of the reader, this story still makes my head spin." -- Linda L., Fallen Angel Reviews
...full review
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Treasured, by Jenna Bayley-Burke ☆☆☆☆☆
Historical, sweet

Marianne Phillips lost so much in the war -- her brother, father, mother, the family plantation, and with it her way of life. Even with so much ripped from her, her pride and self-respect remain firmly in tact. When a man who claims to have admired her from afar proposed marriage, can Marianne trust his intentions, or will her pride get in the way?

"Jenna Bayley-Burke has written a great story of a woman with strength and courage....difference." -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Trick to Treat, by Kimberlee R. Mendoza ☆☆☆☆☆
Young Adult, sweet

Sarah Bradley has wanted to hang with the popular kids since her freshman year, and now she has the chance. All she has to do is survive a Halloween scavenger hunt with the "in" crowd. When the girls lock her in a haunted mansion, she feels the trick is on her. Then she meets Matt and begins to believe that maybe she got a treat after all. But what if "love" is part of the game?

"In Trick To Treat, Mendoza does a great job of showing not only the trials of high school but also the delights of new love in this contemporary short story." -- Cassie, Simply Romance Reviews
...full review
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Where the Heart Is, by Sheridon Smythe ☆☆☆☆☆
Historical, spicy

When the orphanage’s house mother runs off, nineteen year old orphan Natalie Polk steps into her shoes . . . quite literally, hoping to fool the new owner of Ivy House into thinking she’s a trustworthy, mature woman fully capable of running the orphanage. Elliot Montgomery’s no fool and sees through her disguise…
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"This pair of authors has once again penned an explosive, sensual story which, at times, seems cannot have a happily ever after....Anyone who likes historical romance will absolutely devour this work of art." -- Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
...full review
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Yellow Ribbons, by Nancy Quatrano ☆☆☆☆☆
Contemporary, sweet

Thirty years after Maggie's love was shot down over Viet Nam and listed as MIA, she's decided to retire the last of her yellow ribbons ? an accessory she's worn since he left for the war. What she discovers at the black granite wall in Washington is something she never, ever expected?

"Keep a box of tissues close at hand when you read this one!" -- Dee Dailey, The Romance Studio
...full review
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