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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
…full review
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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.

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

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.

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

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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or buy print edition from Amazon
Kindle edition also available

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
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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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or buy print edition from Amazon
Kindle edition also available

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