Best Romance Novel Reviews

Welcome!

Are you looking for a great romance novel to read? This blog, in association with Best Romance Novels Today (bestromancenovelstoday.com)  is dedicated to posting the best romance novels we can find.

We scour the web, searching independent review sites for the best romance novels. We consider books from large publishers, and also gems from the small presses. Each book posted has earned at least one 5 star review from a respected reviewer. In addition, we check that novel's average star ranking on Amazon. If a book earns 5 stars from both sources, we post it here.

We're sure you'll find some wonderful books to read. Enjoy!

Bound by Light
(The Dark Crescent Sisterhood)
Anna Windsor
Ballantine Books, 2008
Paranormal romance

The night holds endless pleasures . . . and hides nameless terrors.

As the broom end of her Sybil triad, Merilee Alexander has the sacred duty as a warrior witch of taking out the trash. Lately, though, she’s been a little overwhelmed: Manhattan is a mess. And her prophetic end-of-the-world nightmares aren’t helped by the waking fantasies of love. Or the fact that the object of her affections, gorgeous Jake Lowell of NYPD’s Occult Crimes Unit, is playing it so cool. More...

“Anna Windsor never lets me down. Her books are poignant, action-filled, and sensual…” – Kristal Gorman, Romance Reader at Heart …full book review

Available at Amazon


The Icing on the Cupcake
Jennifer Ross
Ballantine Books, 2010
Women’s fiction/Chick lit

In this delectable novel—complete with recipes—Jennifer Ross frosts a sweet story of a young woman fulfilling her dreams, one delicious cupcake at a time.

In Ansley Waller’s world of Southern belles and gentlemen, getting a diamond ring isn’t just important—it’s the ultimate goal. So when her fiancé, Parish, unceremoniously kicks her to the curb and cancels their upcoming wedding, Ansley is so ashamed that she decides to leave Dallas and make a fresh start. In a surprise move, she heads to New York City to live with her recently widowed grandmother, Vivian, whom she’s never met. In turn, Vivian gives Ansley a no-nonsense ultimatum: Rather than wallow in misery, either get a job or go home. More...

“All in all, a fabulous story of personal growth—with the added bonus of mouth-watering cupcake recipes!” – Kay James, Romance Reader at Heart …full book review

Available at Amazon


In for a Penny
Rose Lerner
Leisure Books, 2010
Regency historical romance, hot

IN FOR A PENNY
No more drinking. No more gambling. And definitely no more mistress. Now that he's inherited a mountain of debts and responsibility, Lord Nevinstoke has no choice but to start acting respectable. Especially if he wants to find a wife--better yet, a rich wife. Penelope Brown, a manufacturing heiress, seems the perfect choice. She's pretty, rational, ladylike, and looking for a marriage based on companionship and mutual esteem.

IN FOR A POUND
But when they actually get to Nev's family estate, all the respectability and reason in the world won't be enough to deal with tenants on the edge of revolt, a menacing neighbor, and Nev's family's propensity for scandal. More...

“…the strong characterizations and wonderful tone made me love In for a Penny and consider it a treasure.” – Lynn Spencer, All About Romance …full book review

Available at Amazon

Best Romance Novel Reviews

Welcome!

Are you looking for a great romance novel to read? This blog, in association with Best Romance Novels Today (bestromancenovelstoday.com)  is dedicated to posting the best romance novels we can find.

We scour the web, searching independent review sites for the best romance novels. We consider books from large publishers, and also gems from the small presses. Each book posted has earned at least one 5 star review from a respected reviewer. In addition, we check that novel's average star ranking on Amazon. If a book earns 5 stars from both sources, we post it here.

We're sure you'll find some wonderful books to read. Enjoy!

Embers
Laura Bickle
Pocket, 2010
Paranormal romance

Truth burns. Unemployment, despair, anger—visible and invisible unrest feed the undercurrent of Detroit’s unease. A city increasingly invaded by phantoms now faces a malevolent force that further stokes fear and chaos throughout the city. Anya Kalinczyk spends her days as an arson investigator with the Detroit Fire Department, and her nights pursuing malicious spirits with a team of eccentric ghost hunters. Anya—who is the rarest type of psychic medium, a Lantern—suspects a supernatural arsonist is setting blazes to summon a fiery ancient entity that will leave the city in cinders. More...

Recommended Read
“Right from the beginning I knew that this book was going to be a winner.” – Cheryl, Fallen Angel Reviews …full book review

Available at Amazon


A Highlander's Homecoming
(Daughters of the Glen, Book 6)
Melissa Mayhue
Pocket, 2010
Historical/Time Travel romance

SCOTLAND, PRESENT DAY. When Faerie Magic swept Robert MacQuarrie forward in time, modern medicine saved him from a fatal wound. But he also left behind an unfulfilled vow -- to protect his friend's young daughter, Isabella. Haunted by guilt for more than a decade, he leaps at the chance to go back and keep that vow. The magic of the Fae works in its own mysterious ways, however. More...

“Action, romance, good strong characters, and many twists and turns that will keep you glued to your seat…” – Bonnie, A Romance Review …full book review

Available at Amazon


A Mother's Wish
Karen Templeton
Silhouette, 2008
Contemporary/series romance

Winnie Porter just couldn't forget the child she'd given up for adoption all those years ago…or the wonderful family that had taken him in. Now it was finally time to see her son one last time.

Still reeling from his wife's untimely death, the last thing Aidan Black needed to deal with was the unwed mother who brought his beloved Robbie into the world. Especially when she was all grown up into a beautiful, vivacious young woman who'd immediately drawn his boy into her spell—not to mention Aidan himself. More...

2009 RITA Winner for Best Contemporary Series Romance

Available at Amazon

Best Romance Novel Reviews

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We're taking a few days to enjoy Easter/spring break.  Next week, we'll be back to post more Best Romance Novel Reviews.

Best Romance Novel Reviews

Welcome!

Are you looking for a great romance novel to read? This blog, in association with Best Romance Novels Today (bestromancenovelstoday.com)  is dedicated to posting the best romance novels we can find.

We scour the web, searching independent review sites for the best romance novels. We consider books from large publishers, and also gems from the small presses. Each book posted has earned at least one 5 star review from a respected reviewer. In addition, we check that novel's average star ranking on Amazon. If a book earns 5 stars from both sources, we post it here.

We're sure you'll find some wonderful books to read. Enjoy!

Bossman's Baby Scandal
Catherine Mann
Silhouette, 2010
Category/Series romance

Nothing had stopped Jason Reagert from making his own millions. And now that he was securely ensconced at Maddox Communications, he was determined to become an even bigger success. Then startling news broke and Jason--along with everyone else--discovered he had gotten heiress Lauren Presley pregnant. He couldn't afford even a whiff of scandal… More...

“I’m awarding BOSSMAN’S BABY SCANDAL one of RRT’s Perfect 10s because it is a book I hated to see end.” – Patti Fischer, Romance Reviews Today …full book review

Available at Amazon


Live to Tell
Wendi Corsi Staub
Avon, 2010
Romantic suspense/thriller

Secrets can scandalize . . .

In a lovely suburban town just north of New York City, the gossip mill runs more efficiently than the commuter-train line. And in every impeccably decorated house, they're talking about Lauren Walsh. They say that nothing could be worse than being abandoned by your husband for another woman. They're wrong . . . More...

Starred Review from Publishers Weekly
“…once Staub’s brilliant characterizations and top-notch narrative skills grab hold, they don’t let go.” – Publishers Weekly …full book review

Available at Amazon


A Piece of My Heart
Kemberlee Shortland
Highland Press, 2010
Contemporary romance

Kate hadn't been just the girl next door. She'd been Mick's life, and he hers. When an unforeseen force drives them apart they're left with wounds that refuse to heal. Now, ten years on, Mick's father's will should have been straightforward, except his addendum was like ice water in Mick's face. It's essential Mick and Kate work together to save his family's farm. He doesn't count on his new manager being accused of murder… More...

“Kemberlee Shortland creates a stunning read that touches upon the heartstrings.” – Cherokee, Coffe Time Romance & More …full book review

Available at Amazon