Three-Way Split by Elia Winters

This is my first book by this author and I didn't know what to expect.  It was a friends-to-lovers for all of the characters.  I enjoyed the dialogue between all of the characters and the building of their romance. It was a steamy romance that I enjoyed.

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Sleepless in Scotland by May McGoldrick

I enjoyed reading the next book in the Pennington family saga.  The characters were great and the plot was riveting.  I liked that Phoebe wanted to make a difference and isn't afraid to do something.  Ian was a tortured hero that needed saving and Phoebe was just the person to do it!

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Brave New Earl by Jane Ashford

When Benjamin Romilly, Earl of Furness, wife died in childbirth five years ago, he gave up.  He has been an emotional wreck and distant father to his son.  His son has been allowed to run wild. 

Miss Jean Saunders was a cousin by marriage to Benjamin's wife.  Jean and the late Countess were good friends and she can't believe the rumors that the Earl is neglecting his young son.

Jean pays an impromptu visit to the Earl's house with the initial goal to take the boy to his maternal grandparents.  After Jean arrives, she slowly changes the Earl and his son.  And fixes the Earl's broken heart.

I will admit that there was a point that I almost gave up on this book.  Who was Jean to come and take a man's child away based on some rumors?  I persisted and was so glad.  This was a good book.  There was so much dept to both Benjamin and Jean's characters.  I really enjoyed this book.

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A Snowbound Scandal by Jessica Lemmon

Miriam Andrix met Chase Ferguson when he was visiting in her hometown in Montana.  They parted when Chase realized that he needed to protect her from his public life.  Ten years later, Chase is still in the public life.  He has bought the mansion on the lake where they spent time during the summer.  During a snowstorm, Miriam and Chase reunite.


This book fell flat for me.  The characters had no dimension.  Chase controlled their relationship by sending Miriam back to Montana.

I reviewed a complimentary ARC from NetGalley and the publisher. 

More Or Less a Countess by Anna Bradley

Violet Somerset agreed to have one London Season to please her grandmother.  After a disastrous season, she is reconciled to being a spinster.  After a party, the notorious rogue, Nicholas Balfour, the Earl of Dare, requests an introduction to her younger sister, Hyacinth.  Hyacinth is absolutely wrong for a rogue like the Earl of Dare.  She is timid and gentle. 

Nicholas Balfour has promised his aunt that he will wed.  However, his plans are to find the meekest bride he can and once she is carrying his heir, to return to Italy and his mistress.  Hyacinth Somerset is the perfect lady.

When Nicholas didn't get the introduction to Hyacinth, he pays a call on Miss Somerset, not knowing she has an older sister and meets Violet.  Nicholas discovers that his perfect bride had the tongue of a viper and the heart of a bluestocking. 

When Violet's ruse unravels, the tables are turned and they are forced to marry.  Violet has discovered that she wants her husband's heart, but can she battle his inner demons to win?


What an amazing book!  I loved the characters.  There was so much depth to Nicholas's character.  Violet was a bluestocking that was writing an illustrated book.  She takes advantage of Nicholas by conning him into taking her to several places that aren't appropriate for a young lady.  I loved the anticipation of the moment when Nicholas would realize he had the right woman for him.  Unfortunately, after the wedding, there are still more hurdles for them to get over.  I loved this book from beginning to end!

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From a Lady to a Maid by Cassie O'Brien

I requested this title from NetGalley because I was intrigued by the synopsis and it is listed as erotica.  One of my favorite genres is historical erotica.

I was confused when I started reading the book.  The synopsis says that Lady Henrietta escapes from her evil stepfather and finds employment as Amelia Brown as a laundry maid in the home of Damion, Marquis of Ashton.  I expected the book would open by establishing the backstory.  Nope.  It just jumped into an odd scene where the housekeeper figures out that Amelia's dress is too small.

Because I thought the book was so well written, I kept reading and waiting for something to happen.  I felt like I was in the Victorian version of "Upstairs Downstairs".  There was just so much detail from Amelia's daily life as a laundress that was not needed.  It wasn't until Chapter 5 or 43% into the book that Amelia tells Damion how they know each other and explains what happened to her family money.

I loved Amelia. She was such a strong, powerful character.  I felt bad that Damion was stuck in a marriage that he didn't want. I just wish that there had been less of the daily life of a laundress and more of Amelia's life after her arrangement with Damion.

I am giving this book 4 out of 5 stars because it was so well written.

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Undercover with the SEAL by Leslie North

Hunter Odenson has always been a big guy since grade school and people seem to forget that he is smart too. He wants to earn the team leader position at Norse Security, an agency made up of ex-SEALS.  His latest mission is to be the pretend bodyguard of Hollywood actress, Alexandra Valentine while searching for her missing friend.

Alexandra has made her living in Hollywood living up to the stereotype of ditzy blond.  She needs to go undercover into a sex slave ring to save her friend.  Alex hires Hunter to help find her friend. When they have to infiltrate a sex club to search for clues, it lights a fire to their own attraction.

As Hunter sees his friend Cam settling down with Everly, he wants the same thing and realizes that Alex is his perfect match.

This was a gripping, fast-paced romantic suspense novel.  The book was non-stop action from beginning to HEA.  Loved the hero. 

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Ride with the SEAL by Leslie North

Camden Thursday and Everly Knight are both after the same thing - a hot car wanted by both the government and the mob. Everly needs the car to finance her dream of having a legal garage without the mob influence of her father.  Cam is working for Norse Security and wants to prove that he can do more than just manipulate computer code.   Cam now has to work with his high school crush to make sure the car gets into the right hands and they stay alive.

It took a little bit to get into the action.  Too much time wasted on backstory and yadda yadda.  When the action picked up, it zoomed!  Everly was the bad girl that didn't want to be a bad girl. Great characters and a great start to a new series.

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What Ales the Earl by Sally MacKenzie

Penelope Barnes and Harry Graham were in love when they were young.  Until Harry leaves for War and Penelope discovers she is pregnant.  Years later, Penelope is making a life for her young daughter at the Home by cultivating the hops needed for the Home's superlative ale.  Her past with Harry is just that - the past until he visits the little village she lives in and discovers his daughter.

Harry is no longer the second son.  He was called home after his brother died and is now the Earl of Darrow.  Harry has promised his mother that he will marry and has a perfect candidate for his Countess.  Until he sees Penelope Barnes and his daughter.

Penelope would do anything for her daughter, even marry the vicar to provide for a future.  When a new arrival at the home declares Harriet is Harry's brother's daughter, Penelope hopes she can bring the vicar up to scratch.  After Harry discovers the vicar attacking Penelope and saves her, their romance is rekindled.  But, can a farmer's daughter marry an Earl?


I loved the characters in the book.  Penelope was an amazing heroine and mom.  I was a little dismayed by Harry when he was attempting to set up Penelope as his mistress.  Until he corrected himself, I wanted another hero to ride in and save Penelope and Harriet. 

I received a complimentary ARC from NetGalley and the publisher.  Thank you!

The Duke Who Lied by Jess Michaels

Hugh Margolis, Duke of Brighthollow is protecting his beloved sister from the man that seduced and almost ruined her.  When Hugh finds out the same man is pursuing Miss Amelia Quinton, he will do anything to stop the man.

Amelia Quinton is thrilled.  She has just become engaged, though a secret engagement, and is looking forward to marriage with the man she loves.  Her plans come to a halt when her father announces that she is going to marry the Duke of Brighthollow because the Duke now owns all of her father's debts.

Amelia does not want to marry Hugh.  He is nothing like her true love.  After their vows are said, Amelia discovers a passion for Hugh and starts to know him better.  As they slowly tell each other about their painful pasts, Hugh and Amelia start to fall in love.  When Amelia finds out that Hugh lied, will she ever trust him again?  Will Hugh be able to protect Amelia or will he be too late?


I love the book and the characters.  Amelia was a sweet heroine and I liked how she brought out the best in Hugh.  And, how Hugh cracked the walls surrounding Amelia's heart. 

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The Duke I Tempted by Scarlett Peckham

Archer Stonewell, the Duke of Westmead, lost his wife and son tragically.  He now seeks to relieve his guilt by being whipped in a private club in London.  His sister is bound and determined that Archer remarry and provide an heir for his title.  Archer's sister meets Poppy Cavendish when Constance Poppy to decorate the house for a ball.

Poppy Cavendish is going to lose her business.  Her guardian is dying and she is struggling to relocate her growing horticultural business.  Archer steps in and guarantees to move her precious plants in exchange for Poppy designing the theme for his sister's ball. 

The attraction is instantaneous between Poppy and Archer.  When they are placed in a compromising position, Archer offers a marriage of convenience.  As they settle into their marriage and get to truly know each other better, they discover the start of love. 

When Poppy discovers her husband's secret, Archer fears that the marriage is over.  What he doesn't anticipate is Poppy's acceptance of his secret.


Fair warning - this is historical BDSM erotica where the male is the submissive. 

I picked up this book from NetGalley because I was intrigued by the description.  I have read some historical erotica, but never like this!  I loved the book.  It seemed to move slowly at the beginning where the Poppy and Archer are trying to figure each other out, but then, the book just flew by. 

The book was so well written.  I enjoyed the character development of Poppy and Archer.  I loved how they became friends before Archer realized he loved Poppy.  This was an amazing book and I can't wait for the next in the series.

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Sweet Home Highland Christmas by May McGoldrick

Freya has been raising her niece since her sister died.  Her niece's grandmother has issued the ultimatum that Freya needs to be married to keep her niece.  Freya makes a bargain to marry her cousin and father's heir.  When her cousin backs out of escorting Freya home, Captain Gregory Pennington steps in.

The attraction between Freya and Penn is instant.  However, Penn does not plan for an instant family and Freya has responsibilities as Ella's guardian.  Ella plays matchmaker and Penn and Freya find the true magic of the holidays.


I loved the characters in this book.  I thought the book was pure magic and didn't put it down until I was finished.


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The Risk of Rogues by Sabrina Jeffries

This is a delightful second-chance-at-romance novella.  Hartley Corry and Anne fell in love years ago, but their parents forbid the match.  Hartley buys a commission and leaves for India while Anne's father inherits a title from a distant relative.  When Hartley visits his brother's house for a party he is shocked to see the one woman he still loves at the party.  He will do anything to regain her trust and love.

I enjoyed the novella and how Hartley worked to crack the shell that Anne built around herself.  This was a great read.

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