Tales of a bookworm 23

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Falling for the Bachelor- Release Blitz!!

Pretending to fall for her may be more dangerous than letting our meddlesome town play matchmaker.

Falling for the Bachelor, an all-new deliciously-hot brother’s best friend small town romantic comedy from bestselling author Amy Alves is live now!

BLURB:

I'm cursed. Unlucky in love. So pretending to fall in love with my best friend's sister couldn't possibly make it worse.

My avoidance of relationships has two neighboring towns joining forces to find me a girlfriend—one I don’t want.

So when they name me the bachelor in their charity dating show, I have two options: suffer the consequences of bailing or accept help from my best friend’s little sister.

I chose the latter.

Because Olivia Vaughn has a plan.

She suggests a ringer—someone on the inside…someone I trust, that I can choose at the end of the show.

A fake contestant.

It’s crazy. Risky. And undeniably tempting.

We’d have to touch, flirt, kiss.

I could pull her close…that long, auburn hair wrapped up in my fist as I whisper all the dirty thoughts I’ve ever had about her.

Pretending to fall for her may be more dangerous than letting our meddlesome town play matchmaker.

Because if this backfires, it might cost me my best friend, disappoint our families, and reignite feelings for the feisty, hazel-eyed beauty I grew up with.

So while I can’t—shouldn’t—pretend to fall in love with Olivia, I do.

With the hope that fake girlfriends are curse-proof.

Falling for the Bachelor is a steamy, brother's best friend, fake relationship, friends-to-lovers, small town, standalone romantic comedy. It contains plenty of steamy scenes, laughs, and an HEA.

Grab your copy today!

Read FREE in Kindle Unlimited

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AGJGvA

Amazon Worldwide: https://mybook.to/fallingbachelor

Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3Q493wU


Meet Amy 

Amy Alves lives in Alberta, Canada with her husband and two crazy cute kids. She is a romance-obsessed reader, a lover of wine and fuzzy socks, and a loather of laundry.

She loves contemporary, paranormal, and rom com romance—her kindle always has a long list of books waiting to be read.

Amy writes contemporary romance with a hint of rom com fun. Tropes you can expect to see are: second chance, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, and fake relationships.

Connect With Amy 

Website: https://bit.ly/397wG4Q

Facebook: https://bit.ly/3zfyYt4

Instagram: https://bit.ly/3k8YCLK

BookBub: https://bit.ly/2XiFa6c

Goodreads: https://bit.ly/2XcbrvP

Tik Tok: https://bit.ly/2XcbrvP

Saturday, September 24, 2022

One More Chance- Review!!

BLURB:

Ten years ago, he was my brother’s best friend.

The man I sent letters to while they were deployed.

The man I fell in love with.

But then my world crashed around me.

I stopped sending him letters.

A secret flickered to life.

My brother died from PTSD.

And I stayed away from my hometown, too broken to return.

Until a hit and run has me rushing back.

Now, Lucas needs my help.

He needs me to be his wife.

He’s gotten himself into trouble, and someone wants to take him down.

I might be the only person who can save him.

Or I might be the one person who tears him apart…


One More Chance is the first novel in the Carson Brothers series. This dual point-of-view, small town story is a standalone romance.

Buy Link:

https://books2read.com/One-More-Chance

My Review:
My Rating: 4 Stars

Simone goes back to her home town after her grandmother was involved in a hit and run. It's the first time she's been back for 10 years except when she had to go to her brother's funeral. She hasn't seen Lucas, her brother's best friend, and the man she loved for many years until now. Lucas is not the same man he was before he went to war with her brother and now the two both need a spouse for different reasons. The two end up agreeing to a fake marriage to help the other one out. The only problem is that they are both dealing with traumatic experiences and nothing is quite what it seems in more than one aspect of their lives. 

This was a good story with a bit of a mystery thrown in as you try to uncover who is trying to frame Lucas. I also like seeing the friendship between all of the characters and the brotherhood between Lucas and his brothers and how they took care of each other. I also like how both these characters are struggling realistically with the things in their past. The two of them also have a strong bond that even though it's been awhile they still care deeply for each other and want to help the other one out. I don't want to say too much to give it away, but if you are looking for a second chance romance with some mystery thrown in this is the book for you. I do want to warn you that the author does talk about a few traumatic experiences so please look at the warnings if you have things that trigger you.

Meet Stina Lindenblatt:

Born in Brighton England, USA Today bestselling author Stina Lindenblatt has lived in a number of countries, including England, the US, Finland, and Canada. This would explain her mixed up accent. She has a kinesiology degree and a MSc in sports biological sciences. In addition to writing fiction, she loves photography, and currently lives in Calgary, Canada, with her husband and three kids.

Connect with Stina Lindenblatt:

https://stinalindenblattauthor.com/instagram

Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Goal Chaser- Release Blitz!!

 Goal Chaser by Stacey Lynn is now live!

BLURB:

When my ex-wife walked out our door, she didn't just take her belongings with her, she took my heart.

So when my sister's best friend needs help and they decide a fake marriage is the best way to save her, I volunteer.

I've had no interest in relationships since my divorce. No interest in women. I will never fall in love again... so what's the harm?

A few months of living together and we go our separate ways.

At least that's what I thought.

​Turns out, when it comes to love and women, I'm wrong about a lot of things.

Download today on Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Google Play, Kobo!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xnM9JM

Amazon Universal: http://mybook.to/vipers5

Apple Books: https://apple.co/3c2XOqc

Nook: https://bit.ly/3Q49AjL

Kobo: https://bit.ly/3aDTHAc

Google Play: https://bit.ly/3aR2yPd

Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3xlWeb6

Meet Stacey


Stacey Lynn likes her coffee with a dash of sugar, her heroes with a side of bossy, and her wine a deep shade of red. The author of over thirty romance novels, many of which have been best-selling titles on Amazon, AppleBooks, and Barnes & Noble, she loves being able to turn her vivid imagination into a career that brings entertainment and joy to her readers. Focused on sports romance and emotional, small-town romance, she also loves stretching herself in different genres.

Born in Texas and raised in the Midwest, she now makes her home in North Carolina and loves all things Southern. Together with her ultimate tall, dark, and handsome hero, she has four children. Her life is a chaotic mess that fights with her Type-A, list-making, neurotically organized preferences and she wouldn't have it any other way.

Connect with Stacey

Website: www.staceylynnbooks.com

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6995826.Stacey_Lynn

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Stacey-Lynn/e/B00CD6VVQG/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/staceylynnbooks

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/staceyssultryreaders/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/staceylynn.author

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/staceylynnbooks

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@staceylynnbooks

Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/stacey-lynn

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/staceylynnbooks/_created/

Saturday, September 17, 2022

Gotta Be Bayou- Blog Tour, Excerpt and Review!!

 How do you get over a woman you never should have been, ahem, under in the first place?

Gotta Be Bayou, an all-new grumpy-sunshine, small town romance from New York Times bestselling author Erin Nicholas is now available!

BLURB:

Just when FBI special agent Spencer Landry had decided to forget about investigative journalist Maxine-Max-Keller and their one hot night together, there's a threat made against her and Spencer's protective instincts get all riled up. Again.

So now they're shacking up on the Louisiana bayou and pretending to be in love so he can keep Max safe until the guy is apprehended.

Considering their chemistry and that he can not stop thinking about the gorgeous-and-doesn't-know-it, smart-mouthed, bold-and-yet-vulnerable redhead, this could be a fun few days, right?

Nope. She's all wrong for him.

And she hasn't forgotten he can be kind of a jerk.

Sure, the naked-times are great, but he told her exactly what he wants— a bubbly, sweet school teacher who bakes him brownies and loves to cuddle—and Max ain't it.

Max not only doesn't bake, no one has ever called her sweet. And cuddling? Shudder.

Plus his bossiness is super annoying for someone who's been taking care of herself all her life. But now they're stuck together and dammit, besides being hot and very good with his mouth, Spencer is pretty irresistible with baby goats, little kids, and attempts at baking. And don't forget alpha-protective. All of which makes her stomach feel very swoop-y. No wonder her clothes keep falling off.

But this is a temporary situation and they're only faking it. So falling for the guy is a terrible idea.

She really should have kept that in mind.

Read today!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/34ySUhi

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/gottabebayou

Apple Books: https://apple.co/3uRlzZw

Nook: https://bit.ly/3JA8AQl

Kobo : https://bit.ly/3uJWr7e

Google Play: https://bit.ly/3BuCTqv

Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.to/3qJQHqZ

Nook Paperback: https://bit.ly/3eGq1Eo


Add to your Goodreads Shelf: https://bit.ly/3JuPdIg

My Review:
My Rating: 4 Stars

Spencer Landry has a list of things he wants in his future girlfriend/wife. A few of the big things are someone he can come home to that has cooked him dinner and can bake brownies. He understands it's a little misogynistic but he wants someone light after dealing with the darkness of being an FBI agent. Maxine Keller, or Max for short is an investigative journalist who can take care of herself and can run head first into the darkness that surrounds her job. She is everything not on Spencer's list, but he can't get her out of her mind. After one night together of explosive chemistry the two walk away, except when Max is threatened Spencer won't leave her alone until she's safe. He takes her to Autre, Louisiana, away from the threat and closer to his family that he trusts will help protect her. As the two spend more time together the electricity between them crackles and he truly gets to know the woman behind the sassy mouth. You know what they say in books, it's all fun and games faking a relationship until real feelings show up. Now the two have to figure out if it's because they have been secluded in the woods or if they really do have feelings for each other.

I loved Max and how she was unapologetic for the woman she was. She was not going to change for a man and stayed true to the things she believed were important. She was an independent woman who grew as the story progressed. Spencer was an overprotective man who learned a lot of life lessons in this book that made him into a better man. I loved the chemistry between these two and how open and honest they were about what they wanted from the future. You also get a glimpse of the other characters from Autre in this story, especially Leo. You should read the prequel, Bayou Tonight, which is for free in Ten First Dates first as  it sets up the relationship between Spencer and Max. I can't wait to read more about the Badges of the Bayou.

Keep reading for a look inside Gotta Be Bayou!

She’d fallen asleep on him.

Literally.

Well, her feet were on him anyway. Actually, her legs from the knees down.

She’d started just propped against the opposite end of the couch, with her crossword puzzle book open on the arm. She’d mostly focused on the puzzle, but he’d noticed her smiling and even laughing a couple of times at the TV.

Eventually, she’d propped her head on her hand and just watched. Then her eyes started drifting shut. Then her head was on the arm of the couch.

But when she wanted to get comfortable, she got comfortable.

She’d scooted down to rest her head on the couch cushion and stretched out.

Including putting her feet in Spencer’s lap.

He’d had to catch her heels in his hands to keep her from kicking him in the balls.

And then he’d just held her feet, rubbing his thumbs along the arches of her feet, and absorbing the sound of her contented sigh and loving the way she cuddled deeper into the couch.

He’d wanted her to feel safe and be comfortable and relaxed.

Mission accomplished.

The woman was sound asleep.

At 8:30 p.m.

The episode ended and Spencer realized he didn’t remember a thing from what he’d watched. He’d been paying attention to Max.

Of course he’d started with the way her soft cotton shorts molded to the curve of her hips and ass. The way the matching tank hugged her waist and breasts. There was no way he could have ignored that. He was drawn to this woman and the part that didn’t confuse him was his attraction to her body.

Now, having those sweet curves within touching distance again and barely covered, absolutely drew his attention. But with her asleep, and him unable to really do anything, he also had the chance to simply study her up close.

Her eyelashes were pale and had a reddish hue. Of course they did. She was a redhead. But he’d never thought about the color of a woman’s eyelashes before. Now he was fascinated. Did she wear mascara? He was going to have to pay attention to see the next time she was awake.

She stirred, shifting, moving her feet against his hands and he stroked a hand up one calf. It wasn’t perfectly smooth. There was just a slight prickle, but he didn’t mind at all. In fact, he wanted to feel that against his thighs and hips as she wrapped her legs around him. It was real and he wanted to feel her legs in every stage from freshly shaved to haven’t-had-a-chance-for-days.

Wow, she was truly asleep. He should make her go to bed.

“Max?” he asked softly.

She didn’t even wiggle.

“Max?” he asked a little louder, squeezing her foot gently.

She just breathed in deeply, then out.

He should just carry her into bed. He could just scoop her up and take her into the bedroom.

Spencer shifted her legs so he could stand. Then he leaned over. She was on her side, so he pushed gently against her shoulder, rolling her to her back. She went with a sigh, one hand moving to rest on her chest. Perfect. Spencer slid an arm under her knees and one behind her back.

And everything was great until he started to lift.

She came awake suddenly. She kicked her legs, flailed her arms, and her head lifted instinctively to look around. Her forehead hit Spencer in the chin. Hard.

His head snapped back and his teeth clamped down on his tongue.

“Fuck!” he swore in surprised pain.

“Ahhh!” she yelled.

She was still kicking and waving her arms and he unceremoniously dropped her one foot back onto the couch cushions.

“Max! It’s me!”

She kicked out, her shin connecting with his thigh.

That fucking hurt too.

“Max!” He pinned her arms down against the couch. “Max! It’s Spencer!”

Her eyes were wide and not fully focused.

She just yelled again. “Ahhhhh!”

Dammit. The cottage next door was going to think they needed to call the cops.

Which was Zander.

Spencer did not want Zander showing up here, grinning and smirking and writing up a report about how Spencer had tried to sweetly carry Max to bed and she’d thought he was attacking her.

“Maxine!” he said sharply, putting a leg across hers to keep her from kicking and, against his better judgement, placing a hand over her mouth. “Stop it. It’s me.”

Her eyes flew to his as he put his face directly in front of hers.

“It’s Spencer.”

She suddenly went still. Her gaze focused and she stopped moving and he felt her pull in a long breath.

He waited another few seconds, making sure that she realized who was holding her down.

Slowly he removed his hand. “Okay?” he asked.

She drew in another long breath and blew it out. She nodded. “Yeah.”

“Holy shit, Max.”

“What happened?”

“You were sleeping like the dead, so I decided to carry you into the bedroom.

And you turned into the Tasmanian devil.”

“Well, I'm not used to people picking me up in the middle of the night.”

That made him chuckle. “It's not even 9 p.m.”

“Well… still.”

He liked that she was at a loss for words. That was unusual.

Slowly, he became aware of the fact that he was pinning her to the couch. With almost his entire body.

In spite of the fact that she’d been fighting off an intruder in her imagination and he’d been fearing for his manhood, his eyes, nose, and jaw, it didn't take long for his body to register that this felt really nice.

The couch was big enough for the two of them to lie together. He wasn't entirely on top of her, but almost half of him was pinning more than half of her to the cushions.

“I, um… didn’t mean to squash you. Self-preservation instinct.”

She smiled. “You're not squashing me.” Her voice was soft and a little breathless.

Their gazes locked. “I did this, honestly, to keep you from hurting me or yourself.

But mostly me.”

She wet her lips and nodded. “I believe you.”

“So, I could probably get up now. You seem a lot more calm.”

“Funny, I don't exactly feel calm.”

His heart kicked against his rib cage. A moment ago she’d been ready to claw his eyes out. The moment before that she’d been so deeply asleep that she hadn't realized he was even there. But now, her gaze was hot and she was breathing fast, and she was definitely not wearing a bra with this pajama set.

Spencer’s entire body responded. “You fell asleep really fast. And very deep,” he said, his voice husky.

“I often fall asleep on the couch. Never that deeply, though. I guess I felt really safe with you.”

Damn, he liked that. He felt the corner of his mouth curl. “Until I tried to pick you up.”

“Sorry. Instinct.”

“Honestly the cop part of me is very glad that your instinct is to fight hard when someone does something unexpected.”

“Good.” She gave a little nod. “I guess that means you just need to be sure I'm expecting anything you do.”

He nodded slowly and his gaze dropped to her mouth. “Good idea. For instance, if I was going to kiss you, I should make sure that you knew that.”

She nodded. “Right.”

“Max.”

“Yeah?”

“I'm going to kiss you.”

“Good.”


About Erin Nicholas

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin Nicholas has been writing romances almost as long as she’s been reading them. To date, she’s written over thirty sexy, contemporary novels that have been described as “toe-curling,” “enchanting,” “steamy,” and “fun.” She adores reluctant heroes, imperfect heroines, and happily ever afters.

Erin lives in the Midwest, where she enjoys spending time with her husband (who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books), her kids (who will never read the sex scenes in her books), and her family and friends (who claim to be “shocked” by the sex scenes in her books).


Connect with Erin

Website: http://bit.ly/2NkB2uF

Facebook: http://bit.ly/2tdTM8e

Twitter: http://bit.ly/2QLd1Pr

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/3a3rnm4

Instagram: http://bit.ly/36NqV9y

Website: http://bit.ly/2FM3Doo


Stay up to date with Erin Nicholas by joining her mailing list:

http://bit.ly/38a5Fv5

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Gotta Be Bayou-Release Blitz!!

 She’s not what he’s looking for...but she might be exactly what he needs.

Gotta Be Bayou, an all-new hilarious and steamy small town romance from New York Times bestselling author Erin Nicholas is now available!

BLURB:

Just when FBI special agent Spencer Landry had decided to forget about investigative journalist Maxine-Max-Keller and their one hot night together, there's a threat made against her and Spencer's protective instincts get all riled up. Again.

So now they're shacking up on the Louisiana bayou and pretending to be in love so he can keep Max safe until the guy is apprehended.

Considering their chemistry and that he can not stop thinking about the gorgeous-and-doesn't-know-it, smart-mouthed, bold-and-yet-vulnerable redhead, this could be a fun few days, right?

Nope. She's all wrong for him.

And she hasn't forgotten he can be kind of a jerk.

Sure, the naked-times are great, but he told her exactly what he wants— a bubbly, sweet school teacher who bakes him brownies and loves to cuddle—and Max ain't it.

Max not only doesn't bake, no one has ever called her sweet. And cuddling? Shudder.

Plus his bossiness is super annoying for someone who's been taking care of herself all her life. But now they're stuck together and dammit, besides being hot and very good with his mouth, Spencer is pretty irresistible with baby goats, little kids, and attempts at baking. And don't forget alpha-protective. All of which makes her stomach feel very swoop-y. No wonder her clothes keep falling off.

But this is a temporary situation and they're only faking it. So falling for the guy is a terrible idea.

She really should have kept that in mind.

Fall in love today!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/34ySUhi

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/gottabebayou

AppleBooks: https://apple.co/3uRlzZw

Nook: https://bit.ly/3JA8AQl

Kobo : https://bit.ly/3uJWr7e

Google Play: https://bit.ly/3BuCTqv

Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.to/3qJQHqZ

Nook Paperback: https://bit.ly/3eGq1Eo


Add to your Goodreads Shelf: https://bit.ly/3JuPdIg


About Erin Nicholas

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin Nicholas has been writing romances almost as long as she’s been reading them. To date, she’s written over thirty sexy, contemporary novels that have been described as “toe-curling,” “enchanting,” “steamy,” and “fun.” She adores reluctant heroes, imperfect heroines, and happily ever afters.

Erin lives in the Midwest, where she enjoys spending time with her husband (who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books), her kids (who will never read the sex scenes in her books), and her family and friends (who claim to be “shocked” by the sex scenes in her books).


Connect with Erin

Website: http://bit.ly/2NkB2uF

Facebook: http://bit.ly/2tdTM8e

Twitter: http://bit.ly/2QLd1Pr

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/3a3rnm4

Instagram: http://bit.ly/36NqV9y

Website: http://bit.ly/2FM3Doo


Stay up to date with Erin Nicholas by joining her mailing list:

http://bit.ly/38a5Fv5

Sunday, September 11, 2022

Ending the Game-Blog Tour, Review, and Excerpt!!

 Ending the Game, an all-new forbidden new-adult second book full of heat and heart in The Risks We Take Duet from bestselling author Bella Matthews is available now!

BLURB:

Nobody warned me what it’s like to look back with regret. To be left wondering,

What if…?

I’ve never been that guy. The one who questioned his choices. Who didn’t have a purpose.

If I wanted something, I worked harder than everyone else and made it happen.

I had my life planned out until Carys Murphy changed the game.

She was my best friend’s little sister long before she became my stepsister. Loving her was the easiest thing I’ve ever done. But not all love stories have happy endings.

With the risks higher than ever, and the flames rising around us, can we find our way back?

Or will we crash and burn?

Download your copy today!

Read FREE in Kindle Unlimited

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3NhRfOt

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/endingthegameBM

Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3GwUTkF


Start the duet with Changing the Gamehttp://mybook.to/changingthegameBM

My Review:
My Rating: 5 Stars

 This book starts right where Changing the Game ended and starts with Cooper's point of view of the cliff hanger. I will tell you when I read the first part of this duet I was not happy where it ended, talk about a cliffhanger that came out of nowhere! But I loved how Bella stitched this book together and gave it the perfect ending. This book definitely has some angst and a twist I don't think most people will see. I loved seeing the character growth of the main characters and I really hope she writes more about some of the side characters because I would love to see them get their happily ever after.

This book shows that not all relationships are easy, but if you truly want to be with someone you have to be willing to put in the work. I absolutely love Cooper and even if I didn't always agree with him I understood why he was doing what he did. I loved how Carys grew in this book too. She knew what she wanted and she went after it knowing that it wasn't going to make everyone happy. She had to do what was right for her. This duet is one you have to read to grow as a reader. I don't want to spoil it, but even if you think this might not be your type of book, you should read it anyways. Normally I am not a fan of step siblings, but I am so glad I gave this duet a chance.

EXCERPT:

When I find room 309, the door is cracked open, so I knock quietly before walking in.

What I see is a sucker punch to the gut. Carys is curled up in a recliner, wearing a tank top and sweatpants, with a tiny little baby lying against her chest in nothing but a diaper and a big pink bow. My heart screams mine, while my brain screams run.

Her eyes are closed, and she’s humming a soft song while both the baby and Emerson sleep.

When I close the door behind me, Carys’s eyes slowly open, and a tender smile spreads across her gorgeous face. Every ounce of hurt I hold over this woman washes away in an instant, and I want nothing more than to wrap her in my arms. But that can’t happen now.

“Hey,” she whispers.

I take a step closer and stare in wonder at the tiny baby. “Hey. How are you doing?” I ask just as quietly.

“Well,” she whispers, smiling, and my entire body relaxes. “I’m not the one who gave birth, so I’m doing pretty well. A little tired.” She shrugs. “And my hand may never quite heal from the insane hold Em had on it last night, but . . .” She angles herself to give me a better view of the sleeping baby. “Little Miss Elodie was worth it.”

“She’s beautiful.” I trace a finger gently along her tiny arm, and her fingers spread wide open, startled. “She looks like Linc,” I whisper in awe.

“Wait until she opens her eyes. They’re all Emerson. But everything else is all her daddy.” Sadness creeps into her voice as she adjusts Elodie and stands from the chair.

“Do you want to hold her?”

I shake my head. “I don’t want to break her.”

Carys laughs at me. “You won’t break her, Coop. Sit down, and I’ll lay her in your arms.”

I hesitate for a moment before sitting down and then hold still as Carys carefully transfers a sleeping Elodie into my arms. The baby roots around for a minute until she gets comfortable, then yawns so big, I half expect her jaw to come unhinged. Her warm skin is soft under my hand, and for a moment, I forget about the shitstorm currently surrounding us.

Forget that I’m furious with the woman in front of me.

Forget that Linc isn’t about to walk through that door and hold his daughter.

But that peace is short-lived.

Carys takes a step back and covers her mouth with her hands. “You look really good holding a baby, Cooper.” Pain laces her voice, and the vise around my heart tightens.

“I never cared about that, Carys. We could have adopted. We could have fostered. We could have used a surrogate.” She closes her eyes, but I don’t stop, making sure to keep my voice calm and quiet so I don’t wake Elodie or Emerson. “We could have had as many years together as we wanted before we had to figure it out. But we would have figured it out together because I loved you.”

She gasps just as I realize what I said.

“Loved.” She holds my eyes as tears well in hers. “Past tense.”

“We can’t do this here, Carys. It’s not the—”

“No,” she cuts me off. “You wouldn’t talk to me at the hospital. You wouldn’t even look at me yesterday. Don’t tell me now’s not the time, unless you’re ready to tell me when that time will be. I need to talk to you, Cooper. I still love you. I always have, and I always will. I shouldn’t have taken away your choice when I did. I was so wrong to end things.

You have to believe me.”

Her words loosen the tightness I’ve been holding onto for a month, but there’s nothing I can do about them now. “Believing you isn’t the issue, Carys. Trusting you . . . That’s a different story.” Saying the words feels wrong, but if I want to keep her safe, I need to keep her at a distance while we figure this shit out.

Carys flinches and steps back as if I physically hurt her. She runs her hands through her hair and turns away for a moment. When she turns back, a determined glint dances in her green eyes. “You can be as angry as you want, Cooper Sinclair, but I love you, and I know you love me too. So be pissed. Be hurt. Be as mean to me as you want. I’m not going anywhere this time. I’m not making that mistake again.”

The spark I love in this woman is firing in a million vibrant colors as she fights for us.

I just wish she’d have done it sooner.


About Bella

Bella Matthews is a Jersey girl at heart. She is married to her very own Alpha Male and raising three little ones. You can typically find her running from one sporting event to another. When she is home, she is usually hiding in her home office with the only other female in her house, her rescue dog Tinker Bell by her side. She likes to write swoon-worthy heroes and sassy, smart heroines with a healthy dose of laughter thrown in.

Connect With Bella 

Website: https://bit.ly/3zs2kV2

Facebook: https://bit.ly/3hQn9nm

Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zrPYN1

Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2Xv1ny8

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Say It Like You Mane It- Freebie Blast!!

 He needs her to head right back where she came. But it looks like she’s headed straight for his heart. 

Say It Like You Mane It, a hilarious and sexy, runaway bride, small town romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Erin Nicholas, is available FREE for a very limited time!  



Don’t miss out! Fall in love today for FREE! 

Amazon: https://amzn.to/31Yp0BY 

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/ManeIt 

BLURB:

What happens when a hellraiser turned hot cop is stuck with a headstrong heiress he’s determined to protect...and resist? 

A run-away bride, wearing a freakin’ tiara, and carrying a stolen lion cub, of all things. This was not how rowdy, bad-boy-turned-small-town-cop, Zander Landry expected his day to go. 

He really didn’t expect his night to end with her sleeping in his bed after her near-kidnapping. 

But his intense attraction to her and the feelings of protectiveness she stirs up? Oh, yeah, he knew those were coming. 

She’s stunning, whip-smart, and trouble with a capital T. 

Which means, he needs her to head right back the way she came. ASAP. 

His town is exactly the way he wants it . . . crazy and trouble free. 

Well, the crazy trouble he’s not related to anyway. 

Stranded in a tiny town in her half-million-dollar wedding gown with no money and no place to go . . . today is going pretty much exactly the way Caroline Holland expected it to. 

But the grumpy, tattooed, oh-my-god hot cop being the answer to all her problems isn’t at all what she expected. 

Now that she’s turned all the criminal (and obnoxious) info about her exotic-animal-dealing ex-fiance over to Zander, she can kick back in a hammock with some sweet tea and relax. 

Or not. 

Turns out Caroline’s not the spoiled heiress Zander thinks she is. The gorgeous hellion wants in on the action and soon discovers just how dirty things can get in the bayou. And the bedroom. 

More and more, Zander just wants her safe on the sidelines. But Caroline isn’t going anywhere until justice is done. 

It’s a clash of wills that’s gonna get hotter than a crawfish boil in July. And the most fun the Landry family has had watching sparks fly since . . . well, the last book. 


Ending the Game- Release Blitz!!

 I had my life planned out until Carys Murphy changed the game.

Ending the Game, the emotionally-captivating and angst-filled conclusion to The Risks We Take Duet from bestselling author Bella Matthews is live now!

BLURB:

Nobody warned me what it’s like to look back with regret. To be left wondering,

What if…?

I’ve never been that guy. The one who questioned his choices. Who didn’t have a purpose.

If I wanted something, I worked harder than everyone else and made it happen.

I had my life planned out until Carys Murphy changed the game.

She was my best friend’s little sister long before she became my stepsister. Loving her was the easiest thing I’ve ever done. But not all love stories have happy endings.

With the risks higher than ever, and the flames rising around us, can we find our way back?

Or will we crash and burn?

Download your copy today!

Read FREE in Kindle Unlimited

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3NhRfOt

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/endingthegameBM

Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3GwUTkF


Start the duet with Changing the Gamehttp://mybook.to/changingthegameBM


About Bella

Bella Matthews is a Jersey girl at heart. She is married to her very own Alpha Male and raising three little ones. You can typically find her running from one sporting event to another. When she is home, she is usually hiding in her home office with the only other female in her house, her rescue dog Tinker Bell by her side. She likes to write swoon-worthy heroes and sassy, smart heroines with a healthy dose of laughter thrown in.

Connect With Bella 

Website: https://bit.ly/3zs2kV2

Facebook: https://bit.ly/3hQn9nm

Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zrPYN1

Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2Xv1ny8

Saturday, September 3, 2022

One More Chance-Teaser!!

 ONE MORE CHANCE by Stina Lindenblatt is coming September 22!  


#1 ClickHere

https://books2read.com/One-More-Chance


What you can expect:

✔ Second chance romance 

✔ Marriage of convenience 

✔ Best friend’s sister

✔ Military veteran 

✔ Small town romance

✔ Heart-stopping suspense


BLURB:

Ten years ago, he was my brother’s best friend.

The man I sent letters to while they were deployed. 

The man I fell in love with.

But then my world crashed around me. 

I stopped sending him letters. 

A secret flickered to life.

My brother died from PTSD. 

And I stayed away from my hometown, too broken to return.

Until a hit and run has me rushing back.

Now, Lucas needs my help.

He needs me to be his wife.

He’s gotten himself into trouble, and someone wants to take him down. 

I might be the only person who can save him.

Or I might be the one person who tears him apart…

Influencer's sign up here to review: https://bit.ly/3RvJOoe