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Book review: The Takeover (Miles High Club #2) by T.L. Swan

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The Takeover, written by T.L. Swan, will be released on August 27, 2020, and is published by Montlake Romance. This steamy romance is an enemy-to-lover romance with hilarious characters. The Takeover is the second book in the Miles High Club series.

Thank you so much, NetGalley and Montlake Romance, for the free e-copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Book Review: Just Like That by Cole McCade + Book Excerpt

A few days ago, I posted a spotlight of Just Like That. Right after, I decided to pick it up, and oh wow! I finished it in less than a day. The first book in the Albin Academy series, written by Cole McCade, is a beautiful (LGBTQ+) adult romance. It is now out in the world and published by Carina Press.

Check out my review below. Also, a little excerpt for you inside :). Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book. I also bought a copy for myself after reading this book. 🙂

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Just Like That by Cole McCade + Book Excerpt – Carina Press Blog Tour

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Happy Publication Day to Cole McCade!

Just Like That, written by Cole McCade, is the first book in the Albin Academy series. This beautiful (LGBTQ+) adult romance is now out in the world and published by Carina Press.

Learn more about this book. Also, a little excerpt for you inside :). Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Book Review: Hate Crush by Angelina M. Lopez + Book Excerpt – Carina Press Blog Tour

Happy Publication Day to Angelina M. Lopez!

Hate Crush, written by Angelina M. Lopez, is the second book in the Filthy Rich series. This exciting adult romance perfectly shows the thin line between love and hate. Published by Carina Press, the e-book is out today.

Learn more about this book and read my review. Also, a little excerpt for you inside :). Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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She’s Faking It by Kristin Rockaway + Book Excerpt – Harlequin

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She’s Faking It, written by Kristin Rockaway, will be released on June 30, 2020, and is published by Harlequin. Get a sneak peek today with a book excerpt.

This post is part of the Harlequin Blog Tour. Thank you so much for including me in this tour and gifting me an e-copy.

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More Than Neighbors by Shannon Stacey + Book Excerpt – Harlequin

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More Than Neighbors, written by Shannon Stacey, will be released on June 16, 2020. This charming romance novel is published by Harlequin. Get a sneak peek today with a book excerpt!

This spotlight is part of the Harlequin Blog Tour. Thank you so much for including me in this tour!

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Book Review: Trouble Next Door by Stefanie london – Entangled Teen

Trouble Next Door, written by Stefanie London, was released November 13, 2017. I wasn’t planning on reading it, but it was offered for free at the end of an e-arc. I couldn’t pass the opportunity. This adorable, laugh-out-loud, and sexy romance was such a fun read. Find out more below.

Thank you so much, Entangled Publishing (Lovestruck), for making me this book available. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Book Review: Honor Avenged by Tonya Burrows – Entangled Teen

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Honor Avenged, written by Tonya Burrows, is the sixth installment in the Hornet series and can be read as a standalone. This thrilling, action-packed romance will keep you on the edge of your seat. Find out more below.

Thank you so much, Entangled Teen, for gifting me this e-arc. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Book Review: Finding Mr. Right Next Door by Sarah Ballance – Entangled Teen

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Happy Publication Day to Sarah Ballance!

Finding Mr. Right Next Door, written by Sarah Ballance, is out in the world today. This charming, laugh-out-loud, and sexy romance is the perfect read for the summer. Find out more below.

Thank you so much, Entangled Teen, for gifting me this e-arc. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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The Secrets Of Love Story Bridge By Pheadra Patrick + Book Excerpt – Park Row Tour

The Secrets of Love Story Bridge, written by Pheadra Patrick, was released on April 28, 2020. This inspiring novel is published by Park Row/Harlequin. Get a sneak peek today with a book excerpt included in this post.

This spotlight is part of the Harlequin/Park Row Blog Tour. Thank you so much for including me in this tour!

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Book Review: Temper by Chantal Fernando + Book Excerpt – Carina Press Blog Tour

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Temper, written by Chantal Fernando, is the third book in the Knights Of Fury series. This exciting adult romance novel is the perfect mix between action, intrigue, and romance. Published by Carina Press, this book will be out on April 20, 2020.

Learn more about this book and read my review. Also, a little excerpt for you inside :). Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Sunrise on Half Moon Bay by Robyn Carr + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Tour

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Sunrise on Half Moon Bay, written by Robyn Carr, is a beautiful story on sisterhood and life changes. This novel will be out on April 14, 2020 and is published by Mira Books/Harlequin.

Thank you so much, Harlequin, for including me on this tourand gifting an e-copy of this book.

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Book Review: Her Homecoming Wish by Jo McNally + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Tour

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Her Homecoming Wish by Jo McNally is a thrilling adult romance novel that will make you laugh out loud, keep you on the edge of your seat, and steal your heart. Published by Harlequin, this book was released on February 1, 2020.

Learn more about this book and read my review. A little excerpt for you inside :). Thank you so much, Harlequin, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Book Review: Hers To Tame by Rhenna Morgan + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Tour

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Hers To Tame, written by Rhenna Morgan, is out in the world today, March 16, 2020. Happy Publication Day to Rhenna Morgan. This adult romance will make you have your own russian man.

Learn more about this book, read my review and I’ll tell you why this book is amazing and you can also start reading an excerpt. Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Book Review: Temporary Wife Temptation by Jayci Lee + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Tour

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Temporary Wife Temptation, written by Jayci Lee, was released on February 4, 2020. This steamy romance is a wonderful read. Published by Harlequin, get to know more about the book, read an excerpt, and let me tell why the book is amazing.

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Book Review: Witness Protection Widow by Debra Webb + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Blog Tour

Witness Protection Widow, written by Debra Webb, was released on February 1, 2020. This action packed romance will keep you on your toes. Published by Harlequin, get to know more about the book and read an excerpt.

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SPOTLIGHT – Husband Material by Emily Belden + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Book Tour

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After Meant to be Yours and All Fired Up, here is the next wonderful book in the Winter Books saga. Today, I’m featuring Husband Material, a swooning adult romance novel written by Emily Belden. This romance is published by Harlequin and was released on December 30, 2019. 

Thank you, Harlequin for including me in this tour!

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Book Review – The Honey-Don't List by Christina Lauren

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The Honey-Don’t List, written by Christina Lauren, is another hit for me. Published by Gallery Books, this little gem will be released on March 20, 2020. The two authors behind the pen name have created another swooning romance that will steal your heart. After The Unhoneymooners and Twice in a Blue MoonThe Honey-Don’t List is my third book from them this year, and let me tell you one thing – once again, it does not disappoint.

Thank you Net Galley and Gallery Books for allowing me to read this book.

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SPOTLIGHT – ALL FIRED UP by LORI FOSTER + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Book Tour

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After Meant to be Yours, here is the next book in the Winter Books saga, I’m presenting you All Fired Up, a swooning adult romance novel written by Lori Foster. This third book in the Road To Love Series is published by Harlequin and was released on November 19, 2019. 

Thank you Harlequin for generously providing a copy of this amazing book! 

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SPOTLIGHT – Meant to Be Yours by Susan Mallery + Book Excerpt – Harlequin Book Tour

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Meant to Be Yours is a swooning romance novel written by Susan Mallery. The fifth book in the series is published by Harlequin and was released on October 22, 2019. 

Thank you Harlequin for generously providing a copy of this amazing book! 

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ARC Review – On the Corner of Love and Hate by Nina Bocci

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On the Corner of Love and Hate by Nina Bocci is an enemy-to-lover romance published by Gallery Books. This novel is the first in the Hopeless Romantic series and is set to be released on August 20, 2019. I was invited to read this book and received it through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This review is spoiler free.

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ARC Review – Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren

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Twice in a Blue Moon is a sweet and swooning romance written by Christina Lauren and published by Gallery Books. This novel is set to be released on October 22, 2019.

A few months ago, I read and reviewed The Unhoneymooners by the same authors, a steamy romance and a laugh-out-loud story that I highly recommend. So, it is only natural that I requested this book. I simply had to read Twice in a Blue Moon.

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Arc Review: The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

I requested a digital review copy of the novel The Unhoneymooners, by Christina Lauren, from NetGalley for two reasons:

    1. I had previously read Roomies by this author and loved the book.
    2. I had heard great reviews about this novel from other book bloggers and bookstagrammers.

 

The cover was a gorgeous yellow, and the description of the book only sealed the deal. I was so excited when the publisher approved it on Friday that I started reading it right away. Two days later, I can happily report that I’ve devoured this book. As much as I loved Roomies, The Unhoneymooners is even better. Let me tell you why.

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