*`New Release & Review: The Trouble with Flings by Melissa Foster`*

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Title: The Trouble with Flings

Series: The Silvers at Silver Island #2

Author: Melissa Foster

REVIEW:

 4.5 Stars

Get ready to swoon and fall in love with Fitz. Fitz is definitely top book boyfriend material. The way he supports Jennifer in her dreams and is so patient with her makes me wish I could find my own Fitz. I felt for Jennifer because life was sending her some nasty duds, but her fate turned around the summer Fitz came into her life. Though life wasn't done throwing curve balls her way though. Things take an interesting turn for Jennifer and Fitz. I loved the dragonflies in this one because they have a special meaning to me too so that brought a smile to my face. My favorite scene is the easter egg hunt. Oh my gosh so freaking hilarious and sums up the crazy fun Fitz's family is. I can't get over much I love the family growing. The kids are so adorable. That makes me so happy that Melissa keeps things intertwined so we get to see all those moments still. I couldn't put this book down. Jennifer and Fitz had me gobbling up the pages. They had that instant deep connection that lead to burning hot chemistry, but also a love story worth reading. I really recommend reading this one!

BLURB:

Sometimes you have to break all the rules to find everything you never knew you wanted. Come along for the fun, sexy ride as billionaire Fitz Silver pursues his biggest challenge yet—taming wild child Jennifer Stone. Loaded with heat, humor, and heart, this steamy, small-town, standalone romance is unputdownable. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after that will leave you thinking about it long after you read the last page.

Silver Island’s golden boy Fitz Silver keeps his business dealings clean, his affairs private, and fulfills every promise he makes. Infuriatingly so. He’s six-plus feet of gentleman in the streets and an unrelenting alpha in the sheets. I should know. I enjoyed a single scorching night in his bed over the summer. But contrary to Fitz being every woman’s fantasy, he's my worst nightmare.

I’m a risk taker, a rule breaker. I wasn’t looking for more than a little vacation fun, but that passionate night knocked me off my feet.

When a chance encounter brings me face-to-face with the man who ruined me for all others, I know better than to land in his bed again. Unfortunately, outside my job as a high school principal, I’m not known for my good decisions. Once again I plan to leave Mr. Silver and our surprising connection behind, but he’s annoyingly unforgettable...and then two pink lines change everything.

BUY LINKS:

Kindle: https://lnk.to/TTWF_Kindle 

Nook: https://lnk.to/TTWF_Nook 

Kobo: https://lnk.to/TTWF_Kobo 

GPlay:  https://lnk.to/TTWF_GPlay

Melissa Foster Shop: https://tinyurl.com/3a3yzfeu

*`Release Blitz & Review: Keep Me Close by Jennifer Sucevic`*

 

Keep Me Close by Jennifer Sucevic is now live!

Knox McNichols and I have one thing in common—we can't stand each other.

He's the NHL playboy who enjoys getting under my skin, and thanks to the marriage between our siblings, avoiding him isn't an option.

When my ex refuses to take no for an answer, I show up at Knox's penthouse with a desperate proposal—pretend to be my boyfriend.

The plan is simple: convince my ex I've moved on.

Except Knox has a few rules...

Rule #1: No flirting with anyone but him.

Rule #2: If my ex contacts me, I tell him immediately.

Rule #3: My location stays on at all times.

*`Book Tour: Smitty`*

Title: Smitty

Series: Satan's Fury MC - Little Rock

Author: L. Wilder

Genre: MC Romance

Tropes: Second Chance; Secret Baby; First Love; Brotherhood; Crime

Release Date: August 18, 2026

*`Excerpt Reveal: The Challenge by Penelope Ward`*

Title: The Challenge

Author: Penelope Ward

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Single Dad, Second Chance, Forced Proximity

Friends to Lovers, Small Town, Found Family

Release Date: August 30, 2026

*`Release Blitz: If I Didn't Have You by Giulia Lagomarsino`*

Title: If I Didn't Have You

Series: The Last Best Place for Love Book 7

Author: Giulia Lagomarsino

Genre: Small Town Romance

Tropes: Second Chance; Later in Life; Is It Over?; Rediscovering Love; First Love

Release Date: August 24, 2026

*`New Release & Review: Beg Me by Adriana Locke`*

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Title: Beg Me

Series: Play Me #5

Author: Adriana Locke

REVIEW:

5 Stars

This is the final book in the series and it's my favorite! I do love a single dad romance so I just devoured this book. The sense of humor in this one was so good. I was laughing through out while reading. The first meeting between Markie and Jory's son Gus was memorable along with Jory pf course. Gus is quite the character and he just added so much tot this book. Jory is made of book boyfriend material. He is definitely top tier. That man had me swooning left and right. Markie so deserves someone like him after all the duds especially Jasper. They fake date thanks to the small town grape vine working over time. One of my favorite parts is the banter between Markie and Jory.  It's like foreplay for them. Their chemistry is off the charts, but they also have that instant true connection. I love seeing the rest of the crew in their HEAs. The epilogue of this book is everything. I was squealing with happiness overload. Adriana Locke really saved the best for last! 

BLURB:

Markie St. James is officially done with men.

Unfortunately, she needs one to defend her pickleball championship title against her cheating ex-boyfriend.

Her solution comes in the form of Jory Plath, her brother’s best friend, a single dad, and a professional rugby player. He’ll help her defend her title if she helps tutor his son. It’s a simple arrangement. Everybody wins.

Until they don’t.

Somewhere between practices, late nights, and giving the town something to gossip about, Markie and Jory go from pickleball partners to fake dating. And the more time she spends with him, the more she realizes he’s exactly the kind of man she swore off.

Now she’s not sure what’s worse—losing her title, losing the man, or losing her heart.

BUY LINKS:

https://tinyurl.com/b6565veh

Available in KU

*`Review: Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood`*

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Love on the Brain

Love Hypothesis #2

Ali Hazelwood

REVIEW:

4 Stars

I really did enjoy this one. I loved the girl power in STEM. Levi and Bee are cute together. I mean Levi had me with him being a devoted cat dad. I was rooting for Bee to finally get the big break to lead her to so many opportunities in her field. Ali Hazelwood did it again with me being a reader who likes dual points of view this first person pov from just Bee had me hooked. I could tell what was going on in Levi's head pretty well based off what Bee was seeing and hearing even if she didn't pick up on it herself. I did have to step away from the book for a brief moment because I was afraid of where my gut was telling me this was going to go and I really really didn't want it to be true. I loved Bee's assistant Rocio so much. She is my kind of people and I love her dark sense of humor. I just love nerdy characters so much. One of my favorite parts of the book is when Levi and Bee visit Penny and Lily. It made me wish Penny had a few more scenes because she was such a delight! A great read!

BLURB:

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new STEMinist rom-com in which a scientist is forced to work on a project with her nemesis—with explosive results.

Bee Königswasser lives by a simple code: What would Marie Curie do? If NASA offered her the lead on a neuroengineering project - a literal dream come true - Marie would accept without hesitation. Duh. But the mother of modern physics never had to co-lead with Levi Ward.

Sure, Levi is attractive in a tall, dark, and piercing-eyes kind of way. But Levi made his feelings toward Bee very clear in grad school - archenemies work best employed in their own galaxies far, far away.

But when her equipment starts to go missing and the staff ignore her, Bee could swear she sees Levi softening into an ally, backing her plays, seconding her ideas... devouring her with those eyes. The possibilities have all her neurons firing.

But when it comes time to actually make a move and put her heart on the line, there's only one question that matters: What will Bee Königswasser do?

BUY LINKS:

Amazon

B&N

Google Play

Apple Books

*`Review: Wild Card by Elsie Silver`*

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Title: Wild Card

Series: Rose Hill #4

Author: Elsie Silver

REVIEW:

4.5 Stars

I can't believe this is the last book in the series. I've enjoyed it so much. This last book was such a joy to read. I loved that we got to know Clyde. He is so much more than his crazy reputation. It was so much fun seeing him play matchmaker. There is such a great sense of humor in this one. This is an age gap romance. Things get messy when it comes to Gwen and Bash. Life really felt like throw curve balls at them. Gwen has such a sunshine personality and Bash is one grumpy dude. M heart goes out to Bash though because life hasn't been the kindest to him. Then he thinks he can have happiness then it wants to rip it away again. Man a few parts had me on the edge of my seat because some serious events happen that I really hated for this town to have to go through. A great book to end this series on! The epilogue was perfect. 

BLURB:

Sebastian Rousseau is a grumpy, hot as hell fire pilot who is too damn good with his hands.

It’s the perfect combination. But unfortunately for me, he’s also my ex-boyfriend’s dad.

A chance meeting brought us together and a missed connection has kept us apart.

One year later, a stroke of fate has us living under the same roof—which makes everything between us downright messy.

Because even after all this time, he’s still the man I think about when I fall asleep. The one I can’t get over no matter how hard I try.

He’s working on mending a fragile relationship with his son and we both know acting on these urges would be the ultimate betrayal.

But I see the heat in his eyes. That look of need that never fails to send a shiver down my spine.

The mutual longing is borderline unbearable and the simmering heat between us is downright palpable.

We both know there are rules when it comes to situations like this.

But then again…following the rules never has been my strong suit.

BUY LINKS:

https://www.elsiesilver.com/books

Available in KU

*`Release Blitz: Red Wine Lover by Kristin Jeffries`*

Title: Red Wine Lover

A Small Town Romance Perfect

for Lovers of Growly Guys and Kissing K9s

Series: Tales from the Chocolate Lab Café #2

Author: Kristin Jeffries

Genre: Small Town Romantic Comedy

Tropes: Golden Retriever/Black Cat, Love at First Sight

Found Family, OTT Protective MMC, Meddling Fur Babies

He Falls First, Forced Proximity, Later in Life Love

Release Date: August 21, 2026

*`Release Blast: Carry on Wayward Son by Harper Jackson`*

CARRY ON WAYWARD SON

Harper Jackson

Release Date: August 21

Available in Kindle Unlimited

Final book in the Wayward Sons series.

I've spent my career searching for the missing.

The irony isn't lost on me.

*`Review: Wild Side by Elsie Silver``*

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Title: Wild Side

Series: Rose Hill #3

Author: Elsie Silver

REVIEW:

4.5 Stars

The third book in the series. I have to say I think this is the first time I read a book where the mmc is a wrestler. For me it was intriguing and unique because I was a big fan of wrestling. Boy was this one emotional. At times this book ripped my heart out, but to see what came from the tragedy was beautiful. Little Milo is so adorable! The scenes with him and Rhys melted my heart. Rhys' backstory was one of the things that ripped my heart out. That man deserves a family and someone who be there for him. To see what that man gains in this book was one of the highlights for me. Tabby's personality is a perfect match for Rhys. She's a take no prisoners attitude with a fierce loyalty who fights for those she loves/cares about. Tabby goes through an emotional roller coaster in this one. She deserves all the happiness because she always puts others before herself. Of course West brings his brand of sense of humor in this one. I loved we get to see the previous characters living their HEAs because of friendships with the ladies and bowling nights for the guys. I will admit Rhys had me worried when he uttered the words of hating cats. Trust me for me those are some fighting words, but that man soon put all my worries to rest. He was borderline going from great book boyfriend material to the bottom of the list. I loved this book from start to finish. I'm already looking forward to the next book because it sounds like one intriguing story to unfold

BLURB:

I’d always dreamed of my wedding day. But not like this. Not looking into the eyes of the man who betrayed me.

But when my nephew’s guardianship is contested, I decide I’ll do whatever it takes to keep him in Rose Hill. Even if it means marrying the enemy.

Rhys Dupris.

A man who is secretive, broody, and completely infuriating. A man whose work takes him away for weeks on end and brings him back covered in mysterious bruises—ones he won’t talk about. In fact, we barely talk at all.

Which would be fine, except when he’s not talking, he’s staring. And the way he looks at me is borderline indecent.

The tension between us has always been palpable. But living under the same roof is a dangerous temptation.

I swore I would never forgive him. But that was before I knew the man behind the mask. The one who’s fierce and protective. The one who’s gentle and patient. The one who shows up for us when we need him most.

He’s not at all who I thought he was.

And that makes hating my husband so much harder… and loving him just a little too easy.

BUY LINKS:

https://www.elsiesilver.com/books

Available in KU

*`Review: Wild Eyes by Elsie Silver`*

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Title: Wild Eyes

Series: Rose Hill #2

Author: Elsie Silver

REVIEW:

4.5 Stars

This is the second book in the series and we get West's story. I already loved him from the previous book so I couldn't wait it dive into this one. I knew his kids were going to steal my heart and I was proved right. I loved Ollie's quiet nature and Emmy's take no prisoners attitude. I wish I had the confidence she has in life. When Skylar says she thinks Emmy will take over the world one day I believe it. Skylar and West's first run in is quite memorable to say the least. One of the many things to love about this book is West easy supportive presence especially for Skylar. Man her parents and agent are less than to be desired and need to swift visit from karma. It made my heart so happy to see Skylar just love life again, but to see her passion for music come back so inspiring. West and Skylar have such a beautiful kind of love that has searing hot chemistry. I thought Rosie and Ford were burning hot they don't hold a candle to West and Skylar. The pages burned up with those two. This book also had such a great sense of humor. I loved Skylar's bird Cherry. Cherry lead to many humorous moments in this book. Already looking forward to diving into the next book!

BLURB:

A rugged mountain town seemed like the perfect escape from a life in shambles.

But on day one, she ran full tilt into the world’s hottest single dad, and now all her plans are ruined.

As a chart-topping country singer with a recent streak of bad press, it’s hard for Skylar Stone to find any peace. But she finds it in Rose Hill. With a little boy and a little girl who steal her heart just as thoroughly as their dad.

Weston Belmont.

The man is a shameless flirt. He oozes confidence and masculinity in a way that’s downright distracting. And in bed? He’s addictive.

Everything with him is wild and impulsive, and Skylar is desperate to regain some control.

But no one has supported her like West does. And no one has ever made her feel as loved as he does either.

So, while Skylar’s brain says settling down with a small-town horse trainer is impossible…her heart says she’s right where she belongs.

Still, her life as a celebrity haunts her. It has the power to pull her and West apart.

She can see in his eyes that he wants her to stay. And she wants that too.

But she knows better than anyone that you don’t always get what you want.

BUY LINKS:

https://www.elsiesilver.com/books

Available in KU

*`Release Blitz: The Fall Affair by Vi Keeland`*

Title: The Fall Affair

Author: Vi Keeland

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Opposites Attract/Found Family

Release Date: August 18, 2026

*`Release Blitz: Smitty by L. Wilder`*

Title: Smitty

Series: Satan's Fury MC - Little Rock

Author: L. Wilder

Genre: MC Romance

Tropes: Second Chance; Secret Baby; First Love; Brotherhood; Crime

Release Date: August 18, 2026

Cover Designer: Mayhem Cover Creations

Cover Model: Dom

Photographer: Wander Aguiar Photography

*`Review: Wild Love by Elsie Silver`*

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Title: Wild Love
Series: Rose Hill #1
Author: Elsie Silver

REVIEW:
5 Stars
This is the first book in the series. You don't know how excited I was to learn all four books in this series are single dad romance. That is so my jam and will devour single dad romance. This book had me hooked right from the beginning. I love a good brother's best friend/best friend's little sister. I hated why Rosie had to go back to Rose Hill, but I'm not mad with the path her life took there. Ford gets many surprises as he returns to Rose Hill for his next business adventure. Ford has such a big heart even if he doesn't come across that way to the public eye. The way he goes all in with Cora and her situation is a prime book boyfriend move. There is plenty of humor in this one especially when Rosie's brother West is involved. This book also delivers on the steam. The chemistry between Rosie and Ford is burning hot! I mean the way Rosie and Ford butt heads is like foreplay for those two. Great cast of characters except Rosie's former boss. I'm so hooked on this series now and I can't wait to dive into the next book. I have a feeling this small town of Rose Hill is going to stay with me a long time. 

BLURB:
She's been driving him wild for years.

The good kind of wild. The bad kind of wild.

But mostly, the kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her.

Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father. Now, he spends his days balancing business with parenting a sullen twelve-year-old, all while trying desperately to keep his hands the hell off his best friend's sister, Rosie Belmont.

After living in the city, Rosie came blasting back into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. Tries to stick to scowls and grumpy one-liners. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay-friction that soon turns to blistering heat.

Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things.

And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her.

BUY LINKS:
https://www.elsiesilver.com/books
Available in KU

*`Excerpt Reveal: The Fall Affair by Vi Keeland`*

Title: The Fall Affair

Author: Vi Keeland

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Opposites Attract/Found Family

Release Date: August 18, 2026

*`Cover Reveal: Eternal Obsession by Vanessa Fewings`*

Title: Eternal Obsession

Series: Eternal Desires Book 2

Author: Vanessa Fewings

Genre/Tropes: Dark Paranormal Vampire Romance; Enemies-to-Lovers; Gothic Fantasy; Obsessive Revenge; Forbidden Romance

Release Date: September 2, 2026

Publisher: Vinci Books

*`Release Blitz: One Breath by Crea Reitan`*

 Raw emotions and a tropical location are waiting for you with One Breath! Pick up Crea Reitan's latest release today!

*`Book Tour: Eternal Craving`*

Title: Eternal Craving

Series: Eternal Desires Book 1

Author: Vanessa Fewings

Genre/Tropes: Forbidden Love; Enemies-to-Lovers; Vampire Hunter x Vampire; Human x Vampire; Star-Crossed Lovers; Fated Love; Obsessive Devotion; Eternal Love

Release Date: August 5, 2026

Cover Design: Stuart Bache

Publisher: Vinci Books

*`New Release & Review: While You Were Trending by Pippa Grant`*

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While You Were Trending

Accidentally Infamous #2

Cover (designed by Qamber Designs)

TROPES: 

Former Pro-hockey player,

best friend’s ex/ex’s best friend

opposites attract

forced proximity

he falls first

hurt/comfort

heroine gone viral

BLURB: 

There are three things I will never do (again) in my life: 

1. Agree to be filmed doing something stupid 

2. Let someone else decide if I’m worthy 

3. Fall in love 

 

Four years ago, I went viral in a moment that earned me the nickname The Wedding Wrecker. I’ve been in hiding at a closed winery with a small group of other accidentally viral women ever since. 

 

But the winery is in financial trouble, and we’re taking every opportunity we get to try to save it. 

 

Including agreeing to be the focus of a documentary about re-opening. 

 

Unfortunately, the documentarian is my ex’s best friend. 

 

My ex’s best friend who always hated me with the passion of a million angry internet users. 

 

But if it’ll save our home, then fine. I’ll tolerate Declan Fox again. 

 

Except the Declan I last knew four years ago is different. 

 

Kinder. 

 

Less arrogant. 

 

More charming. 

 

Unexpectedly attractive. 

 

And finally free to tell me that he’s always loved me. 

 

Thanks, life. I really needed this plot twist. 

 

While You Were Trending is a funny, feel-good romance featuring a retired hockey star who’s always come in second, the world’s most infamous former child reality star, and an unbreakable sisterhood. It’s perfect for readers who love second chances and need a reminder that we can always be the person we want to be. 

BUY LINKS:

Narrators: Samantha Brentmoor and Connor Crais with Kristyna Zaharek and Jason Clarke

Amazon Ebook: https://readerlinks.com/l/5425033

Amazon Audiobook: https://readerlinks.com/l/5425036

Audible: https://readerlinks.com/l/5425044

Amazon Paperback: https://readerlinks.com/l/5425035

Available in KU

REVIEW:

4.5 Stars

The second book in this great series. If you're looking for a hilarious read, but also delivers on all the feels this is the book you want. We are back at the closed winery where they hope it won't be for long with our bad ass women and handy man. Pip is up to her lovable crazy ways and the thing she says. I love a good book with animals and Pippa's always have such personalities. Now we get to add Fuff a lovable dog to the mix. One of my favorite parts of this book was watching the healing journey of Ginny and Declan. To me it was inspiring because they come a long way from their past. There are plenty of funny moments that had me chuckling, but man did Declan have me swooning in this one. There is so much more to that man that Ginny could have imagined. His protective and supportive nature especially when it comes to Ginny. A memorable moment for me is the scenes with Declan's brother. Oh so funny! A cameo and mentions that made me squee with happiness. This was such a delightful read. I just gobbled it up in a day and a half. I can't wait for more from this series!