Iron & Velvet Author: Alexis Hall Reviewer: B. Rating: A What I’m Talking About: “Here lies Kate Kane. Killed in a foreplay accident. Beloved daughter. Sorely missed.” It’s been years since I first encountered Iron & Velvet, and on this new reading, it quickly became clear that no amount of fond remembrance or wistful intent […]
One Summer Weekend Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: B What I’m Talking About: Carly and Noah have been best friends their entire lives; never has either looked at the other as anything else. So when Noah needs a date for his new boss’s wedding, he begs Carly to be his pretend girlfriend for the […]
Flare Up Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: Shannon Stacey is always one of my go-to authors for small-town, family-centric, feel-good romances. Her Boston Fire series, although set in a bigger city, has the neighborhood feel and continues to fit the bill with its tight-knit firefighting family. We have met […]
Under Control Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: B What I’m Talking About: In a total meet-cute moment, Olivia and Derek are introduced to one another while stuck in an elevator. Although it’s not for a long time, it’s long enough to feel the pull of sexual attraction. On paper, these two are complete opposites, […]
Hot Response Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: Working as an EMT in Boston keeps Cait busy. Couple that with the time spent taking care of her grieving mom and teenage half-brother, she has no time for a social life. And while she is attracted to Gavin Boudreau, he’s always […]
About the Book Hold Her Again Author: Shannon Stacey Publisher: Carina Press Released: October 23, 2017 Genre: Contemporary Romance Author contact links: Website Purchase links: Amazon REVIEW Snippet: Jace spotted her when she was about ten feet from the stage and, after a few seconds of eye contact, a slow smile spread over his face. […]
Hold Her Again Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: A- What I’m Talking About: Ava and Jace were a perfect match; young and in love with big dreams of marriage, a family, and a country-music singing career. However, that all ended the night Jace left Ava behind and headed to Nashville with a solo singing […]
Contracted Defense Author: Piper J. Drake Reviewer: Gikany and Una Rating: B What We’re Talking About: Contracted Defense is the third title in the Safeguard series and was a gripping blend of humor and action. Gikany and Una continue to like this suspenseful romantic series, even though the romance moves a little quickly for our […]
What it Takes Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Rating: B- What I’m Talking About: If you haven’t read any of Shannon Stacey’s Kowalski Family series, stop right now and go pick up the first book, Exclusively Yours, pronto. Any format will suffice, but just grab it and start it soon! I recommend the Kowalski Family […]
About the Book What It Takes: A Kowalski Reunion Novel Author: Shannon Stacey Publisher: Carina Press Released: February 28, 2017 Series: Kowalski Family Series Genre: Contemporary Romance Author contact links: Facebook, Instagram, Newsletter, Twitter, Website Purchase links: Amazon REVIEW Snippet: “You were not kidding about the food,” Laney said in a low voice to Ben. “The really […]
Holiday with a Twist Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B What I’m Talking About: Leigh Holloway is back home for the holidays, and she’s hiding a big secret from her family. Not wanting to upset the apple cart at Christmas, Leigh hides the fact that she broke things off with her fiancé and […]
Deadly Testimony Author: Piper J. Drake Reviewers: Gikany and Una Rating: B What We’re Talking About: Gikany and Una liked this second novel in the Safeguard series. Kyle and Lizzy are not the stereotypical couple in a military romance. We enjoyed the honesty of their characters, their uniqueness, and their journey. Kyle and Lizzy do […]
Fully Ignited Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: A- What I’m Talking About: Following along the heels of the previous two books, Fully Ignited opens about six weeks since Engine 59 lieutenant, Danny, was injured on the job and is still out recovering. Scott Kincaid recognizes the crew misses Danny and has no chemistry […]
A Fighting Chance Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: A- What I’m Talking About: Adeline (Del) Kendrick is looking forward to a long weekend of fun and shopping with her best friends. Arriving at the casino resort one day early, she plans to put on her new flannel PJs, order room service, and watch […]
Controlled Burn Author: Shannon Stacey Reviewer: Jen Twimom Rating: B+ What I’m Talking About: As a lieutenant with the Boston Fire Department, Rick Gullotti is surrounded by his makeshift family of firefighters. Additionally, he has rented the third floor of Joe and Marie Broussard’s home for years, making him part of their family, especially since […]