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Monday, February 8, 2021

RELEASE BLITZ & 5 STAR REVIEW: Atonement (Possession #2) by T.K. Leigh



Londyn Bennett entered my world like a hurricane. One I was grossly unprepared for.

But in the short time we’ve known each other, she’s opened my eyes to things I never expected. She taught me about acceptance. Compassion. Love.

Because of her, I’ve also been forced to learn about prejudice. Cruelty. Hate.

We may come from two different worlds, but the second we met, our hearts beat as one, nothing able to sever our connection.

Or so I thought.

When the bubble we’ve been living in bursts, will our love be strong enough to weather the gale-force winds threatening to upend everything? Or is hatred too powerful to overcome?

A wise person once told me that the right path isn’t always the easy one.

I just never realized the right path could be so treacherous.

Atonement in the final book in the Possession Duet, a gripping opposites attract, interracial romance that tests the limits of love.







My Review

I received an advanced copy of this book with the promise of an honest review.

Whew! TK really took us on a journey with this one. Let me start by saying that this book is difficult to read at times. In Possession there were some sensitive topics that were talked about and touched upon, but in this book those topics are really brought to the forefront. I just wanted to reach into the story and yell at some of the characters and/or smack them upside the head. I also had these moments where the events of the book made me so angry, I had to put it down.

Having said that, this book is excellent. It picks up where Possession left off  (so go read that if you haven't!) and the story unfolds from there. And it is a complicated one. Wes and Londyn's path to happily ever after is filled with plenty of setbacks. There were people who wanted to see them break up, but throughout the whole thing it is clear that their relationship is the real deal. 

I just loved this book so much! Wes just kept being amazing and Londyn grew into this amazing, kick ass woman who I not only wanted to be friends with, but who I also wanted to stand up and applaud. 

Now bring on the next book! I won't give anything away, but let's just say that I can't wait for this character to get their happily ever after. 

CW: Sexual assault, physical assault, racism, emotional abuse, talk of a death of a loved one








About T.K. Leigh

T.K. Leigh, otherwise known as Tracy Leigh Kellam, is a USA Today Best Selling author of the Beautiful Mess series, in addition to several other works. Originally from New England, she now resides in sunny Southern California with her husband, dog, and three cats, all of which she has rescued (including the husband). In late 2015, she gave birth to her first (and only) baby. When she’s not planted in front of her computer, writing away, she can be found training for her next marathon (of which she has run over fifteen fulls and far too many halfs to recall) or keeping her daughter entertained.


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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

COVER REVEAL: Eastern Lights by Brittainy C. Cherry



Eastern Lights, an all-new emotional standalone romance and second book in the Compass Series from bestselling author Brittainy C. Cherry is coming February 17th and we have the incredible cover!

 


Cover Designer: Hang Le
Photographer: Michelle Lancaster @lanephotograf
Model: Heath Hutchins


I once met a man on a cold Halloween night. He dressed as a superhero, and I dressed in red. For one night, I was his break from reality, and he was the temporary fix for my broken heart.

Two years later, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime to become a senior editor at one of the biggest magazine companies in the world. The only catch? Nail an exclusive interview with New York's finest bachelor: Connor Roe.

To the rest of the world he was becoming one of the wealthiest men in New York City. To me, he was simply my once upon a time superhero.

My job was to get an exclusive interview with New York's hottest bachelor. Never in my life did I expect him to want an exclusive with my heart, too.

The only problem with my growing feelings for him? I was set to marry his new business partner.

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About Brittainy

Author Brittainy C. Cherry is an Amazon #1 bestselling author.

She has been in love with words since the day she took her first breath. She graduated from Carroll University with a Bachelor Degree in Theatre Arts and a minor in Creative Writing.

Her novels have been published in 18+ countries around the world. Brittainy lives in Brookfield, Wisconsin with her fur babies.

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Monday, February 1, 2021

COVER REVEAL: Close Quarters by Kandi Steiner



Kandi Steiner has revealed the cover for Close Quarters!
Releasing: February 18, 2021
Photography: Lauren Perry of Perrywinkle Photography


My boyfriend's billionaire boss always gets what he wants.⁣

Menacingly handsome and unquestionably powerful, Theo Whitman need only snap his fingers to have a flock of supermodels fall at his feet. So when his steel gray eyes first meet mine, I expect him to pass right over me, to not give so much as a second thought to my presence.⁣

Instead, he sees me. ⁣
Truly sees me. ⁣
And for a girl who prefers to hide behind her camera lens, it's the most unnerving experience of my life.⁣

Until he asks me to stay on his yacht for the summer.⁣

All I have to do to earn my keep is be Theo's on-call photographer when he has guests, and I'll get a free ride through the Mediterranean with my boyfriend. Easy peasy.⁣

Still, my skin prickles in warning when I say yes.⁣

As the humid days fade into balmy nights, I can't seem to avoid Theo. And when he finds me, it's like a rabbit running into a wolf.⁣

His intense gaze immobilizes me. The way he speaks strips me bare. Every brush of his skin sears me like a violent flame.⁣

My boyfriend's billionaire boss always gets what he wants.⁣

And this time, I think he wants me.

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Kandi Steiner is a bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing "emotional rollercoaster" stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance -- in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you're a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she's your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women's Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press." She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn't writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, talking with her extremely vocal cat, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoys live music, traveling, anything heavy in carbs, beach days, movie marathons, craft beer and sweet wine -- not necessarily in that order.

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Monday, January 25, 2021

RELEASE BLITZ: The Sweetest Fix by Tessa Bailey



The Sweetest Fix, a sizzling standalone romance from New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey is available now!

 

Reese dreams of seeing her name in lights on Broadway, but so far she has only graced the used car parking lots of rural Wisconsin. With her window of opportunity shrinking fast, a miracle happens. She wins an audition with Bernard Bexley, Broadway's most respected dance choreographer. When disaster strikes and Reese misses the audition, she has to find another way in front of Bernard, otherwise face the disappointment back home.

Following the sage advice of a Times Square Pikachu-Reese seeks out Bernard's son, prepared to beg for his aid, never expecting mega sparks to fly between her and the gentle giant baker. With Reese's heart now involved, she refuses to use Leo to her advantage and tries to walk away before her ulterior motives are exposed, but gravity continues to draw them back together…until it's impossible to stay apart.

But Reese's lie of omission can only stay buried for so long. When Leo finds out how their relationship started, will Reese keep her ultimate role as Leo's leading lady? Or will the curtain fall on their real-life fairytale?

 

Download your copy today or read FREE in Kindle Unlimited!
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Tessa Bailey is originally from Carlsbad, California. The day after high school graduation, she packed her yearbook, ripped jeans and laptop, driving cross-country to New York City in under four days.

Her most valuable life experiences were learned thereafter while waitressing at K-Dees, a Manhattan pub owned by her uncle. Inside those four walls, she met her husband, best friend and discovered the magic of classic rock, managing to put herself through Kingsborough Community College and the English program at Pace University at the same time. Several stunted attempts to enter the workforce as a journalist followed, but romance writing continued to demand her attention.

She now lives in Long Island, New York with her husband of eleven years and seven-year-old daughter. Although she is severely sleep-deprived, she is incredibly happy to be living her dream of writing about people falling in love.

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Saturday, January 23, 2021

RELEASE BLITZ & REVIEW: Stealing Home (Callahan Family #2) by Carrie Aarons



Walker Callahan has loved from afar for as long as he can remember.

The golden boy of the Callahan baseball dynasty, he’s the only player to ever secure a top spot on a roster controlled by his own flesh and blood. The pressure, duty and plans laid out for him since birth loom large, causing things like love and a family to fall by the wayside.

Or maybe that’s because the woman he loves is already married with children.

When they met, she was already promised to someone else. For over six years, he resigned himself to being her friend. Until one night, when her marriage and the ugly secrets it keeps unravels for the world to see. She’s burned, scared and needs someone who will put her needs above everything else.

Can Walker risk his own future and show her how to trust again? Or will the feelings he’s kept hidden for years throw him out of the game before he can even attempt to play?

Hannah Giraldi never wants to fall in love again.

All it brings is pain, misery and her life falling to shambles. After a very public scandal, her abusive husband takes everything, leaving her to raise two daughters on nothing but charity from others, a hope, and a prayer.

New to the job market, single motherhood, and with two court cases on her plate, the last thing she needs are the butterflies that Walker ignites in her stomach every time he comes around. But with his soothing words, supportive shoulder to lean on, and undeniable gorgeousness, he’s pretty hard to ignore.

Just when it feels like she might be standing on her own two feet, the world comes crumbling down around her. And the man she’s finally allowed into her heart abandons her, once again leaving her to pick up the pieces.

Is there a way to heal all of the broken parts, or will Hannah go down swinging while attempting one more shot at a happily ever after?

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My Review

I received an advanced copy of this book with the promise of an honest review.

TW: domestic abuse

From the moment he met Hannah, Walker knew that she was the one for him, but she was married to his teammate. He had resigned himself to the fact Hannah may never be his, but then her asshole of a husband showed his true colors, in public, and Hannah finds herself starting over. While she isn't struggling, she also isn't having an easy time. She's starting a new job (her first in many years) while trying to take care of her children and also going through a messy divorce. 

I loved Walker! Once he realized that Hannah was available, he went after her, but he didn't push. Walker was one of the people who was there for Hannah on that terrible night (from the previous book) and he knew that they would have to take it slow. Hannah was a bit skittish (with good reason) at first, but she knew always knew she would be safe with Walker. Their relationship was one that was built on friendship, but there was also a lot of love there as well. 

I enjoy a "knight in shining armor" story. It was made very clear in Warning Track that Walker had some very strong feelings for Hannah, but Walker didn't go over the top in trying to win Hannah's heart. I had been looking forward to reading their story and it definitely didn't disappoint. 






Author Bio

Author of romance novels such as The Tenth Girl and Privileged, Carrie Aarons writes books that are just as swoon-worthy as they are sarcastic. A former journalist, she prefers the love stories of her imagination, and the athleisure dress code, much better.

When she isn't writing, Carrie is busy binging reality TV, having a love/hate relationship with cardio, and trying not to burn dinner. She lives in Texas with her husband, daughter, son and Lab/Great Dane rescue.

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