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Book Review, New Release

★NEW RELEASE & REVIEW★ MAN CUFFED BY SARINA BOWEN & TANYA EBY

Genres: Romantic Comedy

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MAN CUFFED by Sarina Bowen & Tanya Eby

Series: Man Hands, #4

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: 19th October 2019

A new comedy from the USA Today bestselling duo!

Mac
A good cop can always spot trouble. That’s why my senses started pinging the moment I met the hottie next door. The neighborhood may never be the same. First she confuses me for a male stripper and tries to remove my uniform. (The guys on the force will never let me live that down.) And then there’s the breaking and entering.
I don’t know what to do with her. My libido has a few ideas of its own, though. Bad, bad ideas.

Meg
Hey, it’s not my fault that Hot Cop’s nightstick gets excited every time we see each other. And I can’t help that someone broke into his apartment.
Fine—that last thing was totally my fault. And I intend to make amends. So when he needs a date for his sister’s wedding, I’m there. This is right up my alley. I’m an actor. By the time it’s over, his entire family will believe we’re a couple.
Even him.

Warning: may cause unrestrained giggling in public. Contains: a bridezilla with a turkey leg, a flash mob, and a growly hero.

★4 STARS★

Bowen & Eby are back with the arrestingly funny addition to the Man Hands series!

It’s a hilarious case of mistaken identity when Meg incorrectly pegs “Hot Cop” Mac as a stripper. Having his uniform torn from him is not how he envisaged his shift going, but that’s exactly what the nutty waitress at his call out attempts to do.

He’s pretty much reconciled that he’ll never live it down at the station, but what he doesn’t expect is his ‘would-be’ offender moving in next door.

Meg is an entirely endearing character and whether it’s a role or a feeling, she immerses herself with unashamed abandonment. Off the cuff their personalities may make them appear as an odd pair, but they complimented each other so well, they could easily handle themselves against any of the best buddy cop duos.

There is little defence against the this Bowen & Eby when it comes to raising laughs, and as is the case with of Man Cuffed, they continue to maintain their right to remain sexy.

OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES:

MAN HANDS (Man Hands, #1)

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MAN CARD (Man Hands, #2)

BOY TOY (Man Hands, #3)

About Sarina Bowen:

Sarina Bowen is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance. She lives in Vermont’s Green Mountains with her family, six chickens and too much ski gear and hockey equipment.

In 2016, Sarina became a Rita Award winner! The Romance Writers of America honored HIM by Sarina Bowen & Elle Kennedy with Best Contemporary Romance, Mid-Length.

About Tanya Eby:

Tanya Eby is the Audie Award-winning narrator of over 500 diverse titles. She’s the voice of books from every big-5 publishing house as well as Audible, Brilliance, Blackstone and Tantor.

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November 19, 2019 | 0 comment

Cover Reveal

★COVER REVEAL★ GOOD TIME BY JANA ASTON

Genres: Romantic Comedy

I for one cannot wait for this book! Feast your eyes on GOOD TIME by Jana Aston coming in November!

GOOD TIME by Jana Aston

Release Date: November 6th

There’s one thing you should know.

I wasn’t that drunk.

I was more than sober enough to put a stop to it.

The truth is, it was my idea. I’m the one who suggested it.

I knew it was crazy, but it’s not as if I’d be the first girl to get married on a whim in Las Vegas. I wouldn’t even be the last girl to get married on a whim in Las Vegas.

So what’s my excuse? I liked him. I liked the idea that he’d be stuck with me, just for a little bit.

Because nothing good ever lasts, so you might as well have a good time while you can.

About the Author:

Jana Aston likes cats, big coffee cups and books about billionaires who deflower virgins. She wrote her debut novel while fielding customer service calls about electrical bills, and she’s ever grateful for the fictional gynecologist in Wrong that readers embraced so much she was able to make working in her pajamas a reality. Jana’s novels have appeared on the NYT, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists, some multiple times. She likes multiples.

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October 22, 2018 | 0 comment

Book Review, Excerpt, Favourites, New Release

★NEW RELEASE, EXCERPT & REVIEW★ JOSH AND HAZEL’S GUIDE TO NOT DATING BY CHRISTINA LAUREN

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy
Published by Gallery Books, Simon & Schuster

JOSH AND HAZEL’S GUIDE TO NOT DATING by Christina Lauren

Genre: Romantic Comedy/ Contemporary Romance

Release Date: 4th September 2018

Hazel Camille Bradford knows she’s a lot to take—and frankly, most men aren’t up to the challenge. If her army of pets and thrill for the absurd don’t send them running, her lack of filter means she’ll say exactly the wrong thing in a delicate moment. Their loss. She’s a good soul in search of honest fun.

Josh Im has known Hazel since college, where her zany playfulness proved completely incompatible with his mellow restraint. From the first night they met—when she gracelessly threw up on his shoes—to when she sent him an unintelligible email while in a post-surgical haze, Josh has always thought of Hazel more as a spectacle than a peer. But now, ten years later, after a cheating girlfriend has turned his life upside down, going out with Hazel is a breath of fresh air.

Not that Josh and Hazel date. At least, not each other. Because setting each other up on progressively terrible double blind dates means there’s nothing between them…right?

PROLOGUE

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September 4, 2018 | 0 comment

Excerpt, Release Blitz, Review

★NEW RELEASE, EXCERPT & REVIEW★ BOY TOY BY SARINA BOWEN & TANYA EBY

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy

BOY TOY by Sarina Bowen & Tanya Eby

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: 14th August 2018

A new romantic comedy from your favorite snort-laughing duo!

Liam
The moment Sadie Matthews walks through the daycare center door, I feel my world tilt in her direction. Again. I fell for her when I was fourteen, and I’m still not over her. Problem: she still thinks of me as a teen she used to babysit. But I’ve learned a few things about pleasing a woman in the last fifteen years. I can’t wait to show her how good it could be. I need to move quickly before I lose her again. This is more than a game to me, but I still plan to win.

Sadie
I’ve just survived the worst year of my life. As a single mom of twin toddlers, I don’t have time for a man. I barely have time to finish a thought. Who knew that Liam McAllister would grow up to be so devastating? He’s everything my husband was not: tall, built, and willing to have a tea party with my girls.

I can’t possibly get involved with him. He’s too young for me. Too handsome. But he’s so persuasive…

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August 15, 2018 | 0 comment

Release Blitz, Review

★NEW RELEASE★ DR. STRANGE BEARD BY PENNY REID

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy

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DR. STRANGE BEARD by Penny Reid

Release Date: 30th June 2018

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Hunches, horse races, and heartbreak

Ten years after Simone Payton broke his heart, all Roscoe Winston wants is a doughnut. He’d also like to forget her entirely, but that’s never going to happen. Roscoe remembers everything—every look, every word, every single unrequited second—and the last thing he needs is another memory of Simone.

Unfortunately, after one chance encounter, Simone keeps popping up everywhere he happens to be . . .

Ten years after Roscoe Winston dropped out of her life, all Simone Payton wants is to exploit him. She’d also like some answers from her former best friend about why he ghosted her, but if she never gets those answers, that’s a-okay. Simone let go of the past a long time ago. Seriously, she has. She totally, totally has. She is definitely not still thinking about Roscoe. Nope. She’s more than happy to forget he exists.

But first, she needs just one teeny-tiny favor . . .

Dr. Strange Beard is a full-length romantic comedy novel, can be read as a stand-alone, and is the fifth book in the USA TODAY bestselling Winston Brothers series.

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★2.5 STARS★

The Winston Brothers series is a huge fave of mine so I’m very frustrated with myself over the lack of connection I had to most elements of this story. While I fell into its predecessors with ease, I found myself stalling with this one.

I’m filing this one under “it’s me not you” and have my fingers firmly crossed for business as usual with the next book in the series.

Meet Penny Reid:

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Penny Reid is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling Author of the Winston Brothers and Knitting in the City series. She used to spend her days writing federal grant proposals as a biomedical researcher, but now she just writes books. She’s also a full time mom to three diminutive adults, wife, daughter, knitter, crocheter, sewer, general crafter, and thought ninja.

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July 31, 2018 | 0 comment

Cover Reveal, Favourites, Preorder

★COVER REVEAL★ BOY TOY BY SARINA BOWEN & TANYA EBY

Genres: Romantic Comedy

BOY TOY by Sarina Bowen & Tanya Eby

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: 14th August 2018

A new romantic comedy from your favorite snort-laughing duo!

Liam
The moment Sadie Matthews walks through the daycare center door, I feel my world tilt in her direction. Again. I fell for her when I was fourteen, and I’m still not over her. Problem: she still thinks of me as a teen she used to babysit. But I’ve learned a few things about pleasing a woman in the last fifteen years. I can’t wait to show her how good it could be. I need to move quickly before I lose her again. This is more than a game to me, but I still plan to win.

Sadie
I’ve just survived the worst year of my life. As a single mom of twin toddlers, I don’t have time for a man. I barely have time to finish a thought. Who knew that Liam McAllister would grow up to be so devastating? He’s everything my husband was not: tall, built, and willing to have a tea party with my girls.

I can’t possibly get involved with him. He’s too young for me. Too handsome. But he’s so persuasive…

(more…)

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July 2, 2018 | 0 comment

New Release

★NEW RELEASE★ THE VARLET AND THE VOYEUR BY L.H. COSWAY & PENNY REID

Genres: Romantic Comedy

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THE VARLET AND THE VOYEUR by L.H. Cosway & Penny Reid

Series: Rugby #4

Release Date: 12th June 2018

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THE VARLET (and the VOYEUR)
William Moore is a long way from home. A farm boy from Oklahoma, he’s now the most well-respected member of the Irish rugby team. But appearances are often deceptive, and Will isn’t the clean-cut, all-American good-guy everyone imagines him to be. He’s got a secret, one that will tarnish his reputation forever.

THE VOYEUR (and the VARLET)
Josey Kavanagh is a self-proclaimed mess, but she’s finally getting her shi…uh, act together. She’s set her sights on becoming a veterinarian, but there’s one teeny tiny road bump. Her living arrangements are coming to an abrupt end, leaving Josey homeless and in need of a job to pay her way through college.

THE PLAN
What he needs is a companion to keep him on the right path.

What she needs is an apartment with free rent.
Will is convinced Josey will make the perfect companion, since she’s brutally honest and basically ‘just one of the guys.’ Josey is convinced she can ensure Will doesn’t succumb to his voyeuristic proclivities by keeping a scrupulous eye on him.

Except, what happens when the varlet is tempted by the voyeur, and vice-versa?!
Perchance something very, very volatile. And vexing.

The Varlet and the Voyeur is a full-length romantic comedy novel, can be read as a standalone, and is the 4th (and last) book in the USA TODAY bestselling Rugby Series.

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About Penny Reid:

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SEX! It all started with sex, between my parents. Personally I don’t like thinking about it, but whatever works for you is a-ok with me. No judgment. The sex happened in California and much of my life also occurred in that state until I moved from the land of nuts (almonds), wine, silicon… boobs, and heavy traffic to the southeast US. Like most writers I like to write, but let’s get back to sex. Eventually I married and gave birth to 2 small people-children (boy-6, girl-4 as of this writing).

By day I’m a biomedical researcher with focus on rare diseases. By night I’m a knitter, sewer, lino block carver, fabric printer, soap maker, and general crafter. By the wee hours of the morning or when I’m intoxicated I love to listen to the voices in my head and let them tell me stories. I hope you enjoy their stories.

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About L.H. Cosway:

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L.H. Cosway has a BA in English Literature and Greek and Roman Civilisation, and an MA in Postcolonial Literature. She lives in Dublin city. Her inspiration to write comes from music. Her favorite things in life include writing stories, vintage clothing, dark cabaret music, food, musical comedy, and of course, books.

She thinks that imperfect people are the most interesting kind. They tell the best stories.

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June 14, 2018 | 0 comment

Book Review, Release Blitz

★RELEASE BLITZ & REVIEW★ ARROGANT DEVIL BY R.S. GREY

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy

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ARROGANT DEVIL by R.S. Grey

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: 10th May 2018

Everyone in Cedar Creek, Texas, knows Jack McNight is an arrogant devil. Physically, I get it: he’s tan and fit, with coal-black hair that’s clearly been scorched by hellfire. Oh, and his personality? It burns just as hot.

When I show up on the doorstep of Blue Stone Ranch, I’m run-down and rockin’ my last pair of underwear. I’m hoping for a savior, but instead, I find him.

My opinion of Jack is marred by a dismal first impression, but his opinion of me is tainted even before I arrive. He’s heard I’m a spoiled princess there to take advantage of his goodwill. To him, I’m more trouble than I’m worth.

Our button-pushing banter should get under my skin. His arrogance should be a major turn-off. Problem is, devils are known to offer their own form of temptation.

Every one of his steely glares sends a shiver down my spine.

Every steamy encounter leaves me reeling.

Sure, it could be the Texas heat messing with my head, but there’s no way I’ll survive the summer without silencing him with a kiss and wrestling him out of those Wranglers.

Who knows…going to bed with the devil might just be the salvation I’ve been looking for all along.

★3-3.5 STARS★

Meredith Wilchester is not the poor little rich girl everyone seems to think she is. Ok, she’s way down on her luck… not forgetting down to her last buck, In any case, she’s resilient and determined to make her own way. Leaving the life and marriage behind in only the clothes she stands in, the only place she can think to go is to see her estranged step sister, Helen. They may not have the closest of relationships but she’ll take their tentative relationship over that of her tension-fraught marriage anyday.

Any hopes of being received in open arms are quickly dashed when she discovers her sister is living la belle vie while her home renovations take place. With her outlook looking bleaker by the minute, If nothing but tenacious, Meredith manages to wrangle herself a job filling in for her sister whilst she’s away. She isn’t concerned that she hasn’t had a job in… well ever, but she’s excited about the door of opportunity being opened for her.

Jack McNight takes great pleasure in slamming the door in the face of the hapless princess on his porch. Overdressed and under qualified the last thing he wants to do is babysit his executive assistant’s younger sister. From the little he’s heard she’s pampered with a capital P, but he soon finds he can add persistent and pushy to the list too.

R.S. Grey once again delivers a devilishly good enemies to lovers romance filled with quirky humour and sexual tension rivalling the Texas heat. Although an enjoyable read, there where a few niggles that held me back from higher rating.

About R.S. Grey:

R.S. Grey is the USA Today bestselling author of thirteen novels, including THE FOXE & THE HOUND. She lives in Texas with her husband and two dogs, and can be found reading, binge-watching reality TV, or practicing yoga! Visit her at rsgrey.com

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May 10, 2018 | 0 comment

Cover Reveal

★COVER REVEAL★ ARROGANT DEVIL BY R.S. GREY

Genres: Romantic Comedy

ARROGANT DEVIL by R.S. Grey

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: 10th May 2018

Everyone in Cedar Creek, Texas, knows Jack McNight is an arrogant devil. Physically, I get it: he’s tan and fit, with coal-black hair that’s clearly been scorched by hellfire. Oh, and his personality? It burns just as hot.

When I show up on the doorstep of Blue Stone Ranch, I’m run-down and rockin’ my last pair of underwear. I’m hoping for a savior, but instead, I find him.

My opinion of Jack is marred by a dismal first impression, but his opinion of me is tainted even before I arrive. He’s heard I’m a spoiled princess there to take advantage of his goodwill. To him, I’m more trouble than I’m worth.

Our button-pushing banter should get under my skin. His arrogance should be a major turn-off. Problem is, devils are known to offer their own form of temptation.

Every one of his steely glares sends a shiver down my spine.

Every steamy encounter leaves me reeling.

Sure, it could be the Texas heat messing with my head, but there’s no way I’ll survive the summer without silencing him with a kiss and wrestling him out of those Wranglers.

Who knows…going to bed with the devil might just be the salvation I’ve been looking for all along.

*99c Preorder available May 7th!*

About R.S. Grey:

R.S. Grey is the USA Today bestselling author of thirteen novels, including THE FOXE & THE HOUND. She lives in Texas with her husband and two dogs, and can be found reading, binge-watching reality TV, or practicing yoga! Visit her at rsgrey.com

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April 18, 2018 | 0 comment

Book Review, Release Blitz, Review

★RELEASE BLITZ & REVIEW★ THE BEAU & THE BELLE BY R.S. GREY

Genres: Romantic Comedy

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THE BEAU & THE BELLE by R.S. Grey

Release Date: 1st February 2018

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Beau Fortier starred in most of my cringe-worthy teenage fantasies.

I met him when I was a junior in high school, a time that revolved exclusively around bad hair, failed forays into flirting, and scientific inquiries into which brand of toilet paper worked best for stuffing bras.

That is, until Beau moved into the small guest house just beyond my bedroom window.

A 24-year-old law student at Tulane, Beau was as mysterious to me as second base (both in baseball and in the bedroom). He was older. Intimidating. Hot. Boys my age had chicken legs and chubby cheeks. Beau had calloused hands and a jaw cut from steel. Our interactions were scarce—mostly involving slight stalking on my end—and yet deep down, I desperately hoped he saw me as more of a potential lover than a lovesick loser.

Turns out, I was fooling myself. My fragile ego learned that lesson the hard way.

Now, ten years later, we’re both back in New Orleans, and guess who suddenly can’t take his eyes off little ol’ me.

My old friend, Mr. Fortier.

But things have changed. I’m older now—poised and confident. My ego wears a bulletproof vest. The butterflies that once filled my stomach have all perished.

When I was a teenager, Beau warned me to guard my heart.

Let’s hope he knows how to guard his.