Two By Two

Don't be misled to think this is a romance, like so many other of Mr. Sparks' books. That was the mistake I made, though it does have a romantic thread. 

Overall I enjoyed the story of Russ and the slice of life presented of his family. 

However, I wasn't a fan of the format. Each chapter starts with a flashback, not all of which I needed to enrich the present. 

I wasn't a fan of Vivian, Russ' wife. Mostly I wanted to push her off a cliff. 

London was adorable. 

As usual a character was killed off. 

My biggest issue was the length. IMO this book could've been half the length and would've been just as strong, perhaps even stronger. 

If you like Nicholas Sparks you'll enjoy this book. 

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A heartwarming, powerful novel about a single father who must discover the true nature of unconditional love after his world is turned upside down--from the world's most beloved author of love stories. 

At 32, Russell Green has it all: a stunning wife, a lovable six year-old daughter, a successful career as an advertising executive and an expansive home in Charlotte. He is living the dream, and his marriage to the bewitching Vivian is the center of that. But underneath the shiny surface of this perfect existence, fault lines are beginning to appear...and no one is more surprised than Russ when he finds every aspect of the life he took for granted turned upside down. In a matter of months, Russ finds himself without a job or wife, caring for his young daughter while struggling to adapt to a new and baffling reality. Throwing himself into the wilderness of single parenting, Russ embarks on a journey at once terrifying and rewarding--one that will test his abilities and his emotional resources beyond anything he ever imagined.

When a chance encounter with an old flame tempts him to take a chance on love again, he will navigate this new opportunity with trepidation and wonder. But with the loyal support of his parents and his wise older sister Marge, and in the hard-won lessons of fatherhood, Russ will finally come to understand the true nature of unconditional love--that it is a treasure to be bestowed, never earned.

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One kiss is all they need to go from friends to lovers. Who will cross the line first?

Maddie regrets putting Connor in the friendzone by kissing another man. Her chance at redemption comes when she’s hired as a makeup artist on a film in London, Connor’s city. All she needs to do is apologize, and coax him across the friendship line—if Connor still wants her.

Connor should’ve moved on from Maddie when she made it clear she wasn’t interested in a relationship with a stuffy British banker. With her arrival in London, Connor plans to make the most of his second chance. But his secrets will either win her heart or drive her back across the Atlantic for good

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Even Books Need Facelifts

Two of my books recently received facelifts. Even books have to keep up with the times to catch a reader's eye.

Fallen Angel, my first book, needed a cover that screamed romance. What do you think?

12 Days to Love needed a new cover so I could tie the A Destination of Heart Romance series together. Do you like it?

Next week I'll reveal the cover of Kiss & Makeup (A Destination of Heart Romance Book 2)

The Earl & His Lady

This may or may not be my first read by Sally Britton, but it certainly won't be my last.

It was everything a historical romance should be: clean, well-written, and utterly romantic. The pacing is consistent throughout. It's a smooth read, as if you were floating down a gentle river where once in a while you'd come around a bend and be greeted with another glorious vista.

Virginia and Lucas hit all the right notes with their grief, their questioning, and their ability to fall in love all over again. The sons were adorable and the villain a proper scoundrel.

A must for historical romance readers.

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A widow desperate to save her children and an earl looking for a purpose come together in a marriage of convenience. 

Lady Virginia Macon, the recently widowed Baroness of Heatherton, has an impossible decision to make. Her late husband’s unscrupulous brother demands guardianship of her sons. The courts are on his side, unless she marries someone willing to stand in her late husband’s place. Locking her heart away and devoting herself to her children is the only way Virginia can countenance such a decision.

Wearied by the world, Lucas Calvert, Earl of Annesbury, is tired of being alone. His wife’s passing six years previous left his life gray and empty. His only recourse has been to make life better for those around him, using his considerable wealth and influence. When he learns of Virginia’s plight, he knows he can save her and her sons.

During one of the rainiest summers in England’s history, Virginia and her children bring light and color back into Lucas’s life. But will Virginia’s determination to protect her heart destroy their possibility of finding happiness together?

Billionaire Bride Pact Romance Collection

I loved every single one of the six novels in this collection.

They were well plotted, full of emotion, and plenty of romance. Every character came with flaws, and all the couples had hurdles to overcome before they got their HEA.

If you are looking for a series to devour, this is the one to get. You won't even crave chocolate while you read. It's that good.

As always, Ms. Checketts lives up to her reputation for writing clean, page-turning romance.

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Six complete romance novels, perfect for anyone who loves clean and fast-paced romance. 
The Resilient One: Alyssa Armsworth, a world-renowned photographer, has no intentions of honoring the Billionaire Bride Pact she made at girl’s camp to avoid getting whipped cream smeared on her face while she slept. Marriage is the last thing on her to-do list and when her father forces his wealthy friends on her, she runs to Maui. 
Her plan to jog on the beach, take some great pictures, and avoid men works—until Beckham Taylor arrives. Spending days on the ocean with the handsome ex-NHL star is ideal, but Alyssa's guilt for past transgressions begins to consume her. She doesn’t think Beckham could ever forgive what she’s done to him and his family. Before she can confess, her misdeeds are thrust onto the front cover of the tabloids. Now, Alyssa must face her past or lose her future. 
The Feisty One: Can he hide his heart or will the reporter take everything?
Maryn Howe isn't intimidated by billionaire recluse, Tucker Shaffer, or his enormous log cabin in Island Park, Idaho. Maryn needs this interview and she'll get it at any cost, even if the last four reporters were physically removed from his presence.
Tucker Shaffer has no desire to change his less than flattering public image; but his PR people persuade him to give it one more try. Ready to make nice with whoever comes through the door, Tucker is blindsided by a petite blond with an extra-large personality. As the snow piles up and the questions keep coming, Maryn discovers the secret Tucker Shaffer has spent the last four years torturing himself with. She suddenly sees him in a new light and she flees--right into danger and into Tucker's arms.
But the danger has just begun and now Maryn has to make a choice--trust in Tucker or lose it all.
The Independent One: Single mom, Haley Turnbow, escapes to the tropical Isla del Sol for an ideal vacation with her five-year old. She's planning on lazy beach days, great food, and a happy kid. She doesn't plan on the resident hotel ghost stalking her and the island's fine-looking owner drawing her in with his confident, fun personality. 
Cal Johnson is king of his own island, happy and busy. Thoughts of a family are on the horizon, but always seem out of grasp until a beautiful mom and her wild little boy flip his world upside down. He falls in love with both of them. Realizing they're going to leave at the end of their vacation, he does everything in his power to capture Haley's heart. 
Haley and Cal may be able to enjoy a vacation romance, but can what they feel translate into the real world? Only a giant leap of trust will give the answer.
The Protective One:
Betrayed by an FBI agent while in protective custody, MacKenzie Gunthrie escapes a crime lord and is left hiding from the authorities and her enemies. She finds solace in the peaceful mountain town of Crested Butte, Colorado. With help from a longtime girl's camp friend and a new identity, she's starting to feel safe. The only problem is the overconfident and much too good-looking Isaac Turnbow.
The Faithful One: Zander Keller survived a stint on reality TV and the addiction recovery center that fame forced him into, but he should never have agreed to do an undercover boss ploy to help his father. The beautiful manager of the Southern bed and breakfast makes him laugh and forget his troubles, until she tries to solve his commitment issues like every woman has since his mother’s murder. 
The Daring One: Summer Anderson has the perfect life—designing toys and traveling the world—until the venture capitalist company, Mumford’s Sons, helps her dad sell his toy company to the highest bidder. Summer loses her designs, her job, and her lifestyle, and is forced to work for a friend in Crested Butte, Colorado.
Chance Judd, owner of Mumford’s Sons, takes a mountain biking trip to Crested Butte and accidentally runs Summer off a running trail.

Hiding with the Billionaire

I have yet to read a book by Ms. Weaver that I didn't like and this book was no exception.

Welcome to the world of REKD and online gaming. (I do wish the meaning of that had been explained at the beginning instead of the end of the book.) I did find it fascinating to learn about how games of this nature are played and get an insider look at the fan base and popularity of this pastime.

It's a bit of a suspense romance, but light on the suspense and heavy on the romance, the way I prefer it.

Poor Ahri, such a tragic beginning. And Rafe. There's nothing worse than being the boss of the woman you're falling in love with.

Ms. Weaver isn't afraid to bring emotional depth to her characters. You feel as if you are right there inside their heads and hearts.

Great supporting cast. I'm looking forward to getting to know each of the Billionaire Boys in turn. Please let there also be more appearances by Francie's family.

When you start this book, be prepared to do nothing else but read.


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Ahri Meisner's estranged husband leaves her with nothing but an obscure warning that both of them are in grave danger. Now she is on the run.

Not knowing who else to trust, Ahri flees across the country to stay with her brother. All thoughts of safety are shattered when her husband is murdered. Ahri knows she could be next. Desperate to avoid her husband's fate she assumes a new identity to stay hidden. but working for her brother's too-handsome business partner might present a different kind of danger. 

Rafe Davis has gone from being a poor scholarship boy to billionaire CEO of REKD Gaming. The only child of a loving mother and an emotionally abusive father, things haven't come easy for him. Rafe's business is his life. That all changes when he agrees to help the attractive Ahri hide under a new identity. Her presence, and his growing need to keep her safe, threaten to throw off his carefully unbalanced life.

Falling for You

Ms. Noelle delivers a well-paced sweet romantic read. There's mystery, intrigue, and the great outdoors. What's not to love?

Zara and Trevor are a bit of a second chance romance, and well worth the wait for both of them to grow up. 

There are hard, even tragic, obstacles between them, all of which will tug on your heartstrings on multiple levels. They handle their trials with grace and you'll be cheering for them all the way to the end. 

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A billionaire returning home as an undercover boss. She's his childhood crush with too much on her plate. Can they find the time for a second chance at love?

Zara Hollis never thought that at twenty-three, she’d trade in her passion for hiking and spelunking to run a mortuary and care for her mother, who has advanced Alzheimer’s. When Trevor Cooley, all grown up and gorgeous, moves back to town, Zara is drawn to the quiet man who used to be her childhood friend, but now in a much-more-than-friendly way.
 
Trev wants to pull Zara, as fun-loving and beautiful as ever, back into his life and hopefully, into his arms. But there’s a problem. He’s only in Colorado for a short time on a stint as an undercover boss. He and his company can’t afford distractions, especially when this particular distraction may jeopardize not only his plans, but also his heart.

**Note: This book was previously published in the Stormy Kisses anthology.