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Never Gonna Happen Linda Kage Publication date: November 8th 2022 Genres: Contemporary, Romance, Young Adult Peyton’s mom and my mom were best friends. You’d think that should cover the gist of it. But, no… Oh, no. Not even close. You see, Mom and Aunt Donna (as I’d always called Peyton’s mother) were not simply just best friends; I’m saying they were the-same-person-inhabiting-two-different-bodies kind of best friends. And thus, Peyton Royce had been forced on me since the moment she was born. We were treated like twins, yet always expected to fall in love one day and get married. The only problem with that was I didn’t love Peyton. And I’m fairly certain she didn’t even like me in return. Don’t get me wrong. I adored our moms—swear to God—but they had to let this stupid notion go, because one thing had become abundantly clear to me over the years. I would never marry Peyton Royce. I think it was my one goal in life, actually. So… Sorry, Mom and Aunt Donna, but you two ...

Just One Night Felice Stevens Publication date: November 9th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance In the rough and tumble world of New York City, these men don’t mind getting down and dirty—in business or each other. It isn’t every day a gorgeous stranger shows up in my bedroom wearing not much more than an arrogant smile. When I discover he’s a high-priced escort and a surprise birthday present from my sister…now she’s gone too far. Except I haven’t been able to stop kissing him long enough to tell him to leave. No one has to know he’s spent the night. And when we’re done, he’s gone and out the door. Never to be seen again. Well, not exactly. Because for some crazy reason, I can’t quite forget Archer Strong. It’s a job like all the others. Another evening of million-dollar seduction and fake desire that’s made me the most exclusive escort in New York City. But after one kiss from billionaire real-estate mogul Madden Steele, I’m not pretending anything. And when h...

The Enchanted Bungalow Eva Pohler (The Mystery House Series, #9) Publication date: October 31st 2022 Genres: Adult, Mystery Ellen and her friends never saw this coming. During a Twilight tour of Forks, Washington, Ellen, Sue, and Tanya rent a bungalow on Quileute land to celebrate Tanya’s sixtieth birthday. They’re having the time of their lives until strange visions make them question everything they know about the afterlife. Can the three best friends uncover the mystery of the Machiavellian spirit sharing their bungalow? Here’s what readers are saying about this series: “Slightly wacky ladies, humor & good intentions result in a very interesting story. I’ve already ordered the second one in the series.”–Lynne J. Condon, Amazon Reviewer ★★★★★ “They begin a dangerous quest digging into the real history behind the Gold House. What they find will blow your mind! My heart was racing throughout this entire book. If you believe in ghosts or even if you don’t, I suggest rea...

Blood and Thunder Wren Michaels (Thunderbird Brotherhood, #2) Publication date: October 20th 2022 Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Romance Rowtag Aktoon is about to die. He doesn’t know how, and he doesn’t know when. All he knows is it’s coming. After his cousin shares a vision and part of it comes true, the reality creeps in that his end could very well be imminent. His family convinces him to seek the help of a witch who could provide answers. He only hopes that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Everleigh Ulric isn’t what she seems. Hiding from a father who wants to exploit her and an immortal witch out for vengeance, she’s built a life of anonymity hidden away at Cirque de Mystique – a paranormal circus. When Tag discovers Everleigh is his fated mate, life takes on new meaning, however short theirs may be. He plans to do everything in his power to make sure neither he nor his new mate end up six feet under. But dying may just be the key that unlocks the doors of their happ...

The Guardian Jen Colly (The Cities Below, #5) Publication date: October 11th 2022 Genres: Paranormal, Romance Prepared to die…fighting to live. Savard was in a mood to die, but when a human insists on saving his life, death is no longer an immediate option. He knew of no species – human, vampire, or demon – that could see him while in his invisible Spirit form. Unique to this world, this woman’s singularity was a danger to the entire vampire race. Waking behind bars in an underground vampire city was not how Sera envisioned her night drive ending. She has come to expect nothing from those who pass through her life, but this man, dying on the side of the road, proves to be different. Savard fights to free her from tyrannical vampire laws and to hide her unique abilities. What Sera doesn’t understand, is why he would fight his growing love for her. Savard’s haunted past threatens to tear them apart. Soon, Sera discovers just how far her guardian is willing to go, and what he’s...

Room 237 Angie Martin Publication date: November 12th 2021 Genres: Comedy, Erotica, Romance Is love truly blind? One year after leaving her cheating boyfriend, Laney Holden can’t catch a break with men. After a year of blind dates that go nowhere, she grows jaded against the male race, even with the choice men at work. When her best friend comes up with a new plan for her love life, Laney follows along, hoping to find something different. What waits for her behind the door of room 237 in The Club is nothing like she ever expected. She meets with Alex, a mysterious man who captivates her the first time she hears his voice. He’s quite possibly everything she ever wanted in a man, except he demands she’s always blindfolded, and it’s only casual sex. With every steamy, blind encounter that follows, Laney’s confidence grows, and she explores her world in ways she never dreamed possible. But she also becomes a little too attached, and every night brings her closer to the moment wh...

Resolved Nikki Kiley Publication date: September 1st 2022 Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, Romance Can a perky optimist and a moody bachelor overcome their differences to discover that opposites make the best matches? Sarah I will let nothing get in my way as I navigate my demanding position on the Home Design Network, especially not a grumpy, gorgeous 6’4 man built like a tank. Jeremy Chance may resent that he’s been assigned to be my babysitter—and he voices it, rudely often enough—but as we tackle the job before us I can’t help but feel drawn into his quiet appeal. Jeremy Reasons I should never offer home repair help. 1. Everyone takes you and your time for granted 2. The job is never just fifteen minutes 3. The customer is ALWAYS right (especially when they’re WRONG.) 4. And now I’ve been saddled with an ambitious, take no prisoners workaholic who has no clue what she signed up for But something about Sarah’s Hayes sweet, frazzled determination tugs at my well-...

Bratva Sweetheart Sabine Barclay (The Ivankov Brotherhood, #2) Published by: Oliver Heber Books Publication date: August 9th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Mafia, Romance She thought it was only for one night… I’ve never let anyone into my life. At least not like her. Not until her. She sees a side of me that isn’t the bratva monster everyone else believes. Now that she knows, she’s mine. Mine to keep and protect. Mine to please. In return, it’s her love I crave. She’s my soulmate. Every kiss, every touch will take her to her limits, and I’ll be the one to catch her. Bratva Sweetheart is an interconnecting, standalone Dark Mafia Romance with a HEA and no cliffhanger. It contains extra-steamy scenes that will make your toes curl and your granny blush. This is book two in The Ivankov Brotherhood , a six-book series that’ll keep you warm at night. Goodreads / Amazon — EXCERPT: I can’t help but love people watching in a strip club. It’s New York City, so there’s us...

Reasons Why Not to Date Your Nemesis Melanie Munton (Shell Grove, #2) Publication date: October 4th 2022 Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, Romance There’s a new sheriff in town… And he’s her worst nightmare. Reason #1 : Ben Crawford is Olivia Knight’s long-time arch rival. They’ve been sworn enemies ever since she wore overalls to school one day, and he asked her in homeroom where she parked her cow. Now that he’s back, it doesn’t appear much has changed. He’s still arrogant. He’s still trouble. And this time, he’s got a badge and handcuffs. Which will make murdering him and disposing of his body much more challenging for her. Reason #2 : Sheriff Ben has done a lot of growing up during his time away from Shell Grove. He went and got himself some muscles and tattoos, and has the nerve to wear that sheriff’s uniform absurdly well. For some reason, that’s all she can seem to focus on whenever they cross paths. All the nice changes he’s made, instead of how vehemently she’s v...

The Last One A.S. Kelly Publication date: July 25th 2022 Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, Romance Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Anya O’Donnell, and I’d like to declare myself guilty beyond all reasonable doubt. Guilty of what, you ask? Well, for starters, I’m guilty of lying to everyone for years; of pretending when I should have been showing them all who I really was, what I really wanted. I’m guilty of pushing away the only person who wanted to stay, convinced that, one day, he’d have left, anyway. I told him we were a mistake. I told him I was better off without him. I told him that I didn’t love him. And now I miss him. I miss his cups of tea and his stupid cheese crackers. I miss his clothes, strewn about the house. I miss the way he would watch me sleep. I miss his arms, holding me tightly each night, making me feel at home. But now we’re both alone. And I’m scared. I’m scared that he believed everything I told him; that he has no intention of comi...

Keeping My Girl Angela Snyder (Keeping What’s Mine, #2) Publication date: July 19th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Nico Vitale The girl I fell in love with was ripped from my arms, never to be heard from again. She was sold to the cruelest man on the planet, Constantine Carbone — my family’s number one enemy. Over the years, I haven’t stopped looking for Selina. And then one fateful night, I finally find her. In a move that will undoubtedly bring war upon my family, I save Selina, killing Constantine’s son in the process. I soon come to realize that Selina is nothing like the girl I once fell in love with, but none of that matters. She’s mine. She’s always been mine. And when her past comes back to haunt her, threatening to steal her away from me again, I vow to do whatever it takes to keep her safe. This time I’m not letting her go. Author’s note: Keeping My Girl is Nico Vitale’s story, and although it is a standalone, it would be better enjoyed after r...

Revel In You Scarlett Se Leva (Determined, #3) Publication date: June 30th 2022 Genres: Contemporary, New Adult, Romance Simone Goodman. The only girl I’ve loved. Until she ripped my heart out. It’s been five years since I’ve laid eyes on her. Five years since she was mine. I told myself never again. But truth be told I still yearn to indulge in her. To get lost in her touch. I plan to own the one thing she’s denied me. Her heart. Goodreads / Amazon / Barnes & Noble / iBooks / Kobo — EXCERPT: I see Craig and Tinea across the room, sitting close to each other, whispering and giggling with flirty smiles in their eyes. I admire their love, but at times I can’t stand being around them. Always touching, petting, and kissing each other. Like what the fuck. You’re just jealous. I’m anything but; I get to bang the girl on the cover of this month’s American Vogue . Upon my approach, Craig leans over and kisses Tinea. “You two are corny as hell,” I greet them, then pl...