“Iโve been thinking about you constantly since that day at the pool.โ
She gasped. โMe too.โ
I tilted my head, looking from her lips to her eyes. “But you’ve refused to stay for dinner since.โ
She swallowed hard. “I thought it might be easier, you know?”
“What would be easier?”
“If I wasn’t so tempted by you.”
I forgot myself completely then. Forgot that there were three other people in this houseโand that one of them was my son. Forgot that she was his nanny and completely off-limits.
I kissed her. She tasted like cherries.
I was a goner the second I pressed my mouth to hers. With both hands on her hips, barely keeping myself from bunching her shirt up so I could feel her bare skin, I kissed and kissed her until I was out of breath. And still, I didn’t pull apart.
Blurb:
Duncan Sterling needs to hire a nanny. And fast.
When I’m not making my son waffles for breakfast or teaching him how to swim, I am running a billion-dollar business. My life is scheduled to the minute, and thatโs the way it has to be. So, when my nanny unexpectedly quits, I need to find a replacement ASAP.
Riley is not what I expected. She’s so damn attractiveโand funny โ not nanny material at all. But seeing her with Jeremy makes me realize she’s exactly who he needs. I just have to burn into my brain that she’s totally off limits.
It’s been my son and me for years, ever since his mother left us. And from that point on, I’ve sworn to myself that I wouldn’t bring another woman into Jeremy’s life. Why confuse the poor kid with someone else that will probably leave? Nope. No dating at all! Thatโs worked well until now.
But the more time I spend with Riley, the more I realize she’s exactly what I need too.
From Wall Street Journal best-selling author Giana Darling comes a MMF romance about a movie star caught in a decade old scandal, a marriage of convenience, and forbidden love under Hollywoodโs unforgiving spotlight.
Ten years after my scandalous affair with the worldโs most famous actor, Adam Meyers, and his gorgeous ex-wife, Savannah, Iโve achieved almost everything Iโve ever dreamed of. Fame, wealth, and critical acclaim as both an actor and screen writer. So, why does it all feel so hollow? When a tabloid threatens to expose Adamโs most painful secret, I canโt ignore the urge to rush to his rescueโeven after a decade of heartbreak. Only, he needs a woman to help him and Savannah is remarried. Instead, I turn to an unlikely friend, Linnea Kai, who is as desperate for salvation as Adam is. Itโs my turn to propose a deal that will change all of our lives. A marriage of convenience only inconvenienced by the fact Iโm falling in love with them both.
*The second book in The Impossible Universe Trilogy. Must be read after The Moon & His Tides.*
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๐งกReview๐งก Itโs been a decade since Sebastianโs heart was pulverized when his relationship with Adam and Savannah ended and so much has changed. His career has surpassed his dreams, and Adam is no longer with Savannah. Even though he hasnโt been part of Adamโs life when his private life is about to be exposed not only is he there for him, but he helps arrange a marriage with Linnea, a close friend who feels like more.
The marriage is a win-win for everyone involved. Linnea has had feelings for Sebastian for years but that situation is about to become a lot more complicated when you throw Adam into the mix especially when it comes to the past between him and Sebastian.
The physical chemistry between Linnea and the men is intense as well as the chemistry between Adam and Sebastian but it is the depth of the feelings they have for each other that make this story so captivating and leaves you wanting more.
Best Friend’s Little Sister/Older Brother’s Best Friend
Lovers to Enemies to Lovers
Release Date: July 22, 2025
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Everything Iโd ever done had been because of Scarlett Green.
Iโd worked hard in school, played hard but trained harder all while waiting for her to get her degree. Her brother, my best friend, knew how I felt about her and the only promise Iโd made to him was that Iโd wait to make my move until after sheโd graduated.
That day finally came, and Iโd come home to celebrate with her and send her on her way to new job in a new city. The exact same city I was living in, New York. It was finally going to be our time. I planned to offer her a place to live. After all, I had just bought a large three-bedroom condo after signing a five-year contract with the New York Predators.
Only our time was short lived when my past came back to haunt me in the form of a child I knew nothing about. Overnight, my life was turned upside down. Like the good woman Scarlett is, she immediately put a stop to everything between us, demanding I concentrate on learning how to raise my baby boy while playing hockey.
Now, five years later, Iโve gotten control over our life when the news came that I was being traded to the Vancouver Dominators. Without debate I moved to Vancouver. Within six months of my return, I ran into Scarlett and her brother at one of our home games. She’s not only moving to Vancouver but she is here to do an article on the team for the new Canadian division of the Ice Insiders, a sports publication. After one disastrous run in with her I learn she’s living in my building and looking to find Mr. Right. I figured now might be the perfect time to pick up where we left off, after all I was certain she was meant to be mine.
Levi would do anything for Scarlett and that included honoring his best friend and Scarlettโs brotherโs wish that he keeps his distance until she finished school.ย ย With that accomplished he believes that they can finally be together only to have his life uprooted by finding out he is a dad however Scarlett wasnโt ready for the responsibilities that would require.
Five years later fate brings them together once again and the chemistry and connection between them is stronger than ever.ย ย Once again when the happiness they both want is within their reach they will have an obstacle to overcome that will test their relationship as choices will have to be made.
This is a second chance at love for Levi and Scarlett that is filled with romance, challenges and all the feels.
USA Today Bestselling Author S.L. Sterling was born and raised in southern Ontario. She now lives in Northern Ontario Canada and is married to her best friend and soul mate and their two dogs.
An avid reader all her life, S.L. Sterling dreamt of becoming an author. She decided to give writing a try after one of her favorite authors launched a course on how to write your novel. This course gave her the push she needed to put pen to paper and her debut novel “It Was Always You” was born.
When S.L. Sterling isn’t writing or plotting her next novel she can be found curled up with a cup of coffee, blanket and the newest romance novel from one of her favorite authors.
In her spare time, she enjoys camping, hiking, sunny destinations, spending quality time with family and friends and of course reading.
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One night, one kiss, and a spark hot enough to melt the ice.
Prestonโs all in on his hockey career as a Stingray, and Chelseaโs just about to start a new adventure in Parisโuntil an unforgettable night at an Ugly Christmas Sweater party changes everything. A few drinks, some dirty jokes, and a kiss under the mistletoe leads to a night of toe-curling, name-forgetting, no-strings-attached fun.
They part ways in the morning, no regretsโjust a sizzling memory they both assume will fade.
A year later, Chelseaโs in Baltimore, launching her dream bakeryโand navigating life with a baby she never saw coming. The father? Mystery man from that one unforgettable night. What she really didnโt expect? Him walking through her door, very real, very sexy… and very much still capable of making her forget how to breathe.
Preston hasnโt been able to get her out of his head. Now that he knows the truth, heโs not going anywhere. The question isโcan they turn one accidental night into a real shot at forever?
FORMULA FREEDOM by @sawyerbennett123 releasing August 26! This will be a simultaneous release in Audio with the amazing narrators Sean Masters and Katherine Littrell.
๐ฅSecond Chance ๐ฅFriends to lovers ๐ฅForbidden romance ๐ฅFormula racing ๐ฅProfessional athlete
The Race Fever series from New York Times Bestselling Author Sawyer Bennett continues as one of the hottest drivers to hit the Formula International circuit makes waves across the racing world in Formula Freedom, a forbidden romance standalone.
Reid Hemsworth is still a relatively new face in the racing world but hasnโt wasted any time making a name for himself. No stranger to standing on the podium, Reidโs success isnโt all champagne showers and post-race parties. He may be considered a rising star in the sport, but to his brother, Lance, Reid stole his chance at racing glory and that can never be forgiven.
Lara Candlish grew up with the Hemsworth brothers, the three of them wasting away the hours of their youth riding waves together in the Australian surf. But as they got older and Reidโs career started to take off, their trio splintered under the weight of Lanceโs jealousy. In the end, one brother had the career and one got the girl, but they both wanted what the other had.
When Lara finds herself trapped in an increasingly volatile relationship, she turns to the one man she knows she can trust above anyone elseโReid. Harboring deep feelings for much of his life, Reid doesnโt hesitate to bring Lara into his inner circle to provide her with the safety that she needs, no matter how much that might infuriate his brother. Their forced proximity quickly uncovers feelings he thought heโd left behind and Reid is prepared to act on them. But when his brother finds out that Reid now has the career and the girl, the situation goes from bad to worse.
As the relationship between Reid and Lara intensifies, so does the danger, and one truth becomes abundantly clear. Reid will stop at nothing to protect the one thing he now knows he can never live withoutโLara.
When Emma Mancini finds out the news of her impending arranged marriage to Samuel Mione, the future Underboss of the Outfit and one of Chicago’s most sought-after bachelors, she is hopeful for their future despite their age difference. However, the never ending gossip surrounding their union and Samuelโs cold attitude extinguishes that hope.ย
After an unfortunate decision made in the past– guilt and bitterness are Samuelโs constant companions. He doesnโt have time for emotional nonsense, and a bond to a woman only adds another unwanted obligation.
Nevertheless, Emma isnโt someone who resigns herself to her fate. Sheโs overcome much greater obstacles than a cold husband whoโs determined to keep her at armโs length.ย
A car accident may have resulted in Emma being in a wheelchair however it doesnโt define despite what others think about her or treat her.ย ย Her marriage has been arranged to Samuel, soon to become the under boss, and she is going to show him and everyone else that she is capable of being the wife he needs.
Samuel is a man who is tortured by the past and not only doesnโt he allow anyone close, but he doesnโt believe he deserves happiness.ย ย Emma is a revelation as he was expecting a marriage where they were faithful to each other but lived their own lives however Emma is about to accept that or his bad behavior.
The suspense part of the story was low, but the emotion and angst was high as Emma forces him to face both his past and the effect it is having on their present.ย C.J. Mission brings out the turmoil that Samuel was feeling while Lucy Rivers allows us to feel Emmaโs strength and resilience.
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Cora Reilly is the author of the Born in Blood Mafia Series, The Camorra Chronicles and many other books, most of them featuring dangerously sexy bad boys. Before she found her passion in romance books, she was a traditionally published author of young adult literature.
Cora lives in Germany with a cute but crazy Bearded Collie, as well as the cute but crazy man at her side. When she doesn’t spend her days dreaming up sexy books, she plans her next travel adventure or cooks too spicy dishes from all over the world.
I signed the contract. I just didn’t expect her to show up ten years later, ready to cash it in.
Recently traded to the Grizzlies, Iโm struggling to find my place on the team. Iโve changed coasts, moved away from my best friend, from the Breakers who became family, andโฆIโm alone.
And itโs my birthday.
A fact that everyone around me seems to have forgotten.
Until a knock at the door proves differently.
I was in love with Luna when I was a teenager, and now she’s on my doorstep, vivacious and beautiful andโฆholding a piece of paper I barely remember.
One that says weโll get marriedโฆ
And I think Iโm just insane enough to say yes.
Married to Twenty-Two is the first book in the brand new Grizzlies Hockey series. If you love big, bearded hockey players who fall hard and fast for the women they love, this series is for you!
Luna loved Aiden when they were teenagers however it wasnโt meant to be. Years later when Lunaโs grandmother passes away she comes across the wedding pact that she made with Aiden so many years earlier, so it felt right to search him out and reconnect.
Aiden may have been surprised to see Luna at his door, but he also doesnโt want her to leave. The feelings between them are stronger than ever and now he will do whatever is necessary to not only protect her but to help her achieve her dreams and marrying her is just the beginning.
Life hasnโt been easy for Luna but when she reconnects with Luna she is not only welcomed by him but by his family and his team as well. The story combines humor, a little drama, a love that hasnโt diminished and an eclectic group of secondary characters.
Meet Elise Faber:
USA TODAY bestselling author, Elise Faber, loves chocolate, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and hockey (the order depending on the day and how well her teamโthe Sharks!โare playing). She and her husband also play as much hockey as they can squeeze into their schedules, so much so that their typical date night is spent on the ice. Elise changes her hair color more often than some people change their socks, loves sparkly things, and is the mom to two exuberant boys. She lives in Northern California.
To find out about Elise Faberโs upcoming releases and giveaways, sign up for her newsletter here
Burn Bag: The act of throwing all caution to the wind and burning down all previous plans.
Nothing in my life had worked out as expected.
I lost the woman I loved to another man, my father had been shot in front of me, and I nearly died in his grave when a sniper tried to take me out.
Suffice it to say, things could have been going better for me.
So, I tore up the game plan, went online, and found myself a wife.
Everything was finally coming up roses.
And then she lifted the veilโฆ
When I said I was burning down my old life, I didnโt really understand what that entailed.
But I laid it all on the line for this woman, and I wasnโt walking away for anything.
No matter how many times either of us ended up in the hospital.
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The veil covered her face, but I knew what waited underneath would be absolutely breathtaking. She had been gorgeous in that coffee house, so I knew today would be even more amazing. Women always did themselves up for their weddings.
โI canโt believe this is really happening,โ I choked out. โIโm finally getting married.โ
โCongratulations,โ Red muttered, though he didnโt sound too thrilled.
Everyone in the church was in awe of the woman walking toward me. She was absolutely beautiful. God, my heart was clenching at what was about to happen.
Finally, after what felt like five minutes, she stood beside me. Grinning like a fool, I took the veil and lifted it, brushing it back over her head.
And paused in confusion.
Blond hair. Check.
Blue eyes. Nope.
Long, slender nose. Nope.
Short? Not really.
โUmโฆโ I stared at the woman who was not the woman I chose to marry, and failed to say anything else.
โEmily decided she couldnโt make it,โ the woman smiled. โIโm Daphne. Iโm filling in for her.โ
Filling in. As if she was taking her place in a race instead of a marriage. My heart thundered in my chest as I heard Red chuckling behind me. What the hell was I supposed to do now? All these people were here, waiting for me to get married. Iโd told everyone she was the woman of my dreams, and then she failed to show.
And she even got a stand in.
โIโm sorry, what?โ
The woman looked a tad nervous as she leaned in closer. โDaphne Gray. Itโs nice to meet you.โ
I had two choices. I could go walk out and lick my woundsโadmit that this whole thing had been a stupid decisionโor I could go through with this insanity and save face. At least for the next day.
โBradford Kavanaugh,โ I said after just a moment of hesitation. โLetโs get married.โ
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Recent events and his romantic history have forced Kavanagh to take a good look at the future he wants and who he wants to spend it with.ย ย With the help of a friend he is ready to proceed with his nuptials however the bride is a surprise he didnโt see coming.
The wedding switcheroo might just be the best thing to ever happen to him as she proves to be his perfect partner in every way and fits in with this eclectic group like she has always been there as the surprises and humor keep coming.
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I’m a stay at home mom that loves to read. Some of my favorite titles are Pride and Prejudice, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and Horatio Hornblower. I started writing when I was trying to come up with suggestions on ways I could help bring in some extra money. I came up with the idea that I could donate plasma because you could earn an extra $500/month. My husband responded with, “No. Find something else. Write a blog. Write a book.” I didn’t think I had anything to share on blog that a thousand other mothers hadn’t already thought of. I decided to take his challenge seriously and sat down to write my first book, Jack. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed writing. From there, the stories continued to flow and I haven’t been able to stop. I hope my readers enjoy my books as much as I enjoy writing them. Between reading, writing, and taking care of three small kids, my days are quite full.
When her nose isnโt buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, sheโs in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. Itโs a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesnโt listen to herโฆ
I thought I knew until I accidentally discovered my adoring parents’ biggest secret on my twenty-fifth birthday.
I am adopted.
Part of me is missing, and I set out to find it.
Trying to figure out the past piece by piece, I bought a little fixer-upper in the small town I was given up in.
Old lies will come out. Secrets that everyone is trying to keep buried.
Who am I really?
Caleb
When I needed a clean slate, I moved to Montgavin to start my own construction firm.
Slowly, I built my crew after my success with the bakery renovation.
When the newcomer in town wants to restore her house to its former glory, I trust no one but myself.
Sierra looks lost, slowly putting her life together, with her dedicated room complete with a whiteboard.
Something calls to me to protect her and her secrets.
Someone wants her out of the town.
But now they have to get through me.
๐Review๐ When Sierra finds out she is adopted the foundation of her life is rocked. Needing to try and find the reasons of why she was abandoned and who her birth parents were, she decides to move to Montgavin. When she purchases a house that needs upgrading Caleb is the one she hires.
Caleb was drawn to Sierra from their first meeting and didnโt understand her reluctance to pursue what they could have together. Once they get through that obstacle they are all in however the danger escalates as not everyone wants Sierra to uncover the secrets of her past.
The romance between them was delightful, the interactions between them hot and humorous and there is also the intrigue part of the story when it comes to her past. Gregory Salinas and Savannah Peachwood not only gave us great insight to the characters, but they make this romantic story even better.
โจDid you see?โจSOMEHOW YOU KNEW by @harlowjamesauthor is available NOW! Grab it in KU and in audio with the amazing narrators Erin Mallon and Brandon Francis!
I never imagined Iโd agree to an arranged marriage for over 5 million dollars.
Not to mention that the man Iโd be marrying is someone Iโd already met once before.
Gage Kingston waltzes into the meeting with the lawyer unaffectedโcocky, tattooed, and acting like he didnโt know who I was.
But after we agree weโd be stupid to walk away from that kind of money, we embark on a six month timeline to riches despite the animosity between us.
Now Iโm living with the man his aunt thought would be perfect for me while wondering if the woman was going insane before she died to think this was a good idea.
Then the first letter came.
Turns out Diane had a plan to get us to fall for each other while trying to make our marriage work.
Arguments turn to meaningful conversations.
Innocent brushes turn to lust-filled challenges.
And before I know it, weโre crossing every line we drew in the sand.
Did Diane somehow know that we were meant for each other before we figure it out for ourselves?
Or was jumping into a marriage with a man I barely knew one of the worst mistakes of my life?
Donโt miss this heart pounding apocalyptic romance from New York Times bestselling author Kylie Scott!
Thereโs only one person Dean Wallace wants to save from the end of the world: sunshine girl from across the street. Sheโs always smiling. Who knows, maybe she can teach him a thing or two about how to live? But saving her against her will is harder than he expected.
Astrid Hardy doesnโt know what to think when she wakes up in her hot neighborโs basement. He says he wants to protect her from the deadly virus threatening to collapse society. But that sounds like paranoid conspiracy theory nonsense, and losing her sh*t seems like the correct response.
As they watch the downfall of the world play out online, hear approaching gunshots, and smell smoke from nearby burning buildings, it all starts to seem horribly realistic. With almost everyone they know dead, and law and order goneโฆhow will they navigate this new world together?
The men of the NOLA Rebels MC will do anything for their club. Theyโre a brotherhood, a club who stands mighty, and above all else, they take care of business, New Orleans style.
The bikers may rule this city, but the women of the club have their hearts, and the men will do anything to protect whatโs theirs.
It is part of a series, but can be read stand-alone with a HEA. This book is recommended for mature readers.
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