Title: The Lake House
Series: Firefly Summer #2
Author: Lori Foster
REVIEW:
4 stars
We got to know Pixie and her adorable son Andy now they get their story. They deserve all the happiness. We have Brogan and his sweet little niece. The backstories for these two pulled on my heartstrings. Oh my gosh the sweetness of Andy with Shayna. My heart just completely melted. That little guy is the sweetest. Brogan has the heart of a SEAL to his core and we see it a few times. Can I just say his dad and stepmother are some the nastiest of people. It's amazing how small the world is at times. Also a kind helpful hand can make the most meaningful difference. This was such a good story of two deserving people to find a HEA after life has given them some knocks.
BLURB:
Second chances, surprising revelations, and sweet, unexpected love go hand-in-hand in the tiny lakeside town at the heart of this charming series from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster.
When Pixie Nolan first came to Bramble, Kentucky, the abandoned and desperate young single mother found hope, healing, and a fresh start. With the loving support of her best friends—Marlow Heddings and her handsome Marine husband, Cort—Pixie is now happily raising her toddler son in a cozy cottage, managing Marlow’s thriving boutique, and designing firefly logo t-shirts that are selling like hotcakes. The past is behind her, and life is good.
She never expected to make an electrifying connection with a summer renter, a retired Navy SEAL with his own complicated past . . .
A rugged warrior with scars both seen and unseen, Brogan Rafferty arrives with an adorable baby girl in tow and settles into the lake house next door. And while he’s a stunning addition to the gorgeous scenery, it’s his caring devotion that captures Pixie’s heart—the way he gently snuggles away the precious infant’s cries, or swoops Pixie’s delighted little boy high in the air with his tattooed, muscular arms.
But it’s no coincidence that Brogan has found Pixie, and his startling revelations make it clear she’s the key to healing old regrets and building new dreams. And when a hostile stranger turns up with shocking accusations against Bramble’s new hometown hero, Pixie must put her own fears and heartbreak away for good—and learn what it truly means to trust.
BUY LINKS:
https://lorifoster.com/story/the-lake-house/
Nicole's Book Musings
Friday, May 29, 2026
*`Review: The Lake House by Lori Foster`*
*`Review: Bad Boy Era by Amy Daws`*
Title: Bad Boy Era
Series: Mountain Men Matchmaker #4
Author: Amy Daws
REVIEW:
5 Stars
I can't believe this the last book in the series and that matchmaking niece Everly is getting her story. Wolf is so delicious and a fantastic bearded dragon daddy. Don't even get me started with little Stevie and her calling Wolf Nana. Be still my heart and ovaries. As all other books in this series the sense of humor plentiful. I love a best friend's brother romance plus they are twins! When life sends Wolf to the mountain it changes it forever. You really see him come into his own and I loved his friendship with Fergie. Everly's uncles are up to their greatness. This was a beautiful way to end this series. Seeing Everly find someone who appreciates every part of her. That made me so happy because after finding the perfect forever love matches for her dad and uncles she deserves to find that kind of love.
BLURB:
Rule #1 on the Everly Fletcher Matchmaking Manifesto…Never fall for your best friend’s grumpy brother.
Everly is the matchmaking mastermind of her family, but her own love life is a bit of a flop.
Back from four years in Dublin, she’s ready for a quiet summer on Fletcher Mountain helping launch her aunt’s animal rescue center—until Conri “Wolf” Reilly shows up.
Wolf is her college roommate’s infuriating twin brother. He’s brooding, Irish, and college rugby’s resident bad boy with thighs that could crack a watermelon.
His red card reputation has trashed his rugby prospects…until a training camp in Denver comes calling. As a favor, Everly reluctantly gets Wolf a place to stay if he volunteers at the rescue center.
Now Everly’s finds herself working and living next door to the Irish tattooed grump who treats her like a nuisance—but looks at her like he could press her up against a hay bale until they forget their own names.
Wolf swore he came to America to fix his image, not fall for his sister’s best friend, but the more time he spends with Everly, the harder it is to keep his distance.
Perhaps Everly’s in her bad boy era…or maybe Fletcher Mountain might has its own matchmaking plans.
BUY LINKS:
https://geni.us/BadBoyEra-All
Available in KU
Thursday, May 28, 2026
*`Release Blitz: Low Blow by A.D. Justice`*
*`Release Blitz: Drifter by L. Wilder`*
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
*`Review Blitz: Sunshine Seeks Roommate by Kat Savage`*
✨Let’s celebrate! It’s release day for SUNSHINE SEEKS ROOMMATE by Kat Savage! Grab it in KU!
Sunday, May 24, 2026
*`Review Tour: The Pact by Ava Sutton`*
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*`New Release & Review: Make Me by Adriana Locke`*
Title: Make Me
Series: Play Me #4
Author: Adriana Locke
REVIEW:
4 StarsThis is the fourth book in the series. We have Hartley and Mira. Mira has a traveling soul for good reasons, but a meddling grandma has other plans. I really loved the connection between Hartley and Mira. They have a history and you can instantly tell right away Hartley would do anything for Mira. There is a great sense of humor in this one. There is also plenty of heat and feels in this one as well. One of my favorite moments is when Mira realizes how many people really and truly care about her. That just warmed my heart so much. Hartley wears his heart on his sleeve and he is going to show Mira the future they can have. I'm already intrigued for the next book in the series because it has one of my favorite tropes. This one was a great addition to the series. Hartley is as yummy as I thought he was going to be.
BLURB:
I’ve always hated being told what to do.
Imagine my surprise when my grandmother calls me back to Sugar Creek and casually informs me that she’s leaving me the farmhouse I grew up in and a sizable inheritance.
There’s just one tiny little catch.
I must prove I understand our family’s legacy, and that I can stop chasing whims and put down roots … by marrying Hartley Adler.
BUY LINKS:
Amazon
Available in KU
Goodreads
Bookbub
Friday, May 22, 2026
*`Release Tour: Between Sin and Ruin by SS Rayne`*
Thursday, May 21, 2026
*`Cover Reveal: A Simple Mistake by Lacey Black`*
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
*`Release Blitz: Sprog by Summer Winters`*
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
*`Release Blitz & Review: Forever Yours by Joslyn Westbrook`*
*`Release Blitz & Review: Risk the Play by Kaylee Ryan`*
*`Cover Reveal: Drifter by L. Wilder`*
*`Release Blast: Forever Yours by Joslyn Westbrook`*
FOREVER YOURS
Joslyn Westbrook
Release Date: May 19
AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED

From Joslyn Westbrook comes a steamy age-gap romance that floats between coastal serenity and New York energy—blending sizzling chemistry, banter, and a fling that refuses to stay simple.
Monday, May 18, 2026
*`Audio Release Blitz: Cadence by Crea Reitan`*
Cadence has dropped on audio! Pick up this installment of Crea Reitan's Rainbow Dorset University today!
Friday, May 15, 2026
*`Review Blitz: Imperfect Soulmate by Vikki Jay`*
✨Let’s celebrate! It’s release day for IMPERFECT SOULMATE by Vikki Jay! Grab it in KU!

















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