Contemporary

Casanova Cowboy (The Montana Men Series Book 2)

Jamie Schulz builds to the angst and turmoil which builds within the plot. The Iirst chapter may overwhelm some readers as it introduces eleven characters by name and refers to two others. Since this is book two in a series, reading the Iirst book may help aid in placing the characters. This is a common trope as opposites attract and friends to lovers, however the hero and heroine are endearing and will draw readers in from the start.

Viola Robbins

Izabel Silva is new to a small Montana town where one of her best friends from college has settled down and just married. She hopes she will be welcome here since Ileeing her previous life and job in Seattle. Her marketing experience made others jealous, and they took advantage of her. Izabel is looking for a fresh start, and hopes this is the place. While attending the wedding of one his best friends, Zackary MacEntier catches a glimpse of a beautiful lady with green eyes There is something that draws Zack to her, and although he has a bit of a reputation as a playboy in the past, he hopes that there may be new possibilities around. When trouble arises, both Zack and Izabel Iind themselves in the crosshairs of someone out to destroy their new relationship.

“Casanova Cowboy” exposes readers to country living in Montana, and a steamy romance between two opposites. The main characters in this book are both very strong willed and skilled in very different career paths. The secondary cast of friends for both Zack and Izabel are presented as very supportive. The portrayal of prejudices is well written and

Letter Late Than Never (Green Valley Heroes Book 3)

Lauren Connolly changed after Gwen left school early one day and someone else asked him to the Sadie Hawkins dance. Could it be fate is giving them a second chance after all these years? Gwen and Sebastian are both Iighting against internal demons that keep them doubting themselves, but maybe it’s time to let someone else help them Iight. Don’t let that this is book three of a series (written by different authors) stop one from jumping right in! The only thing it will do is send readers searching for the rest of the series. The setting for this series is funny, friendly, and well developed, and the reader is welcomed in like they are part of the family. Gwen and Sebastian are both haunted by their pasts and that is making their futures scary, but they are surrounded by people who want them to be happy. The unique way this story is carried along by a series of letters and postcards is fun and entertaining. When Gwen and Sebastian Iinally come together, the story burns the words right off the pages and has the reader rooting for their future. A great read!

Valerie Vicars

Gwen Elsmere is doing her daily main delivery route when she Iinds one of her customers in need of medical attention. When emergency services arrive to tend to the injured Agnes, Gwen Iinds herself face to face with the man she has been crushing on since grade school. Sebastian Kirkwood has recently returned home to Green Valley after stress and the end of a relationship started to affect his health. Sebastian and Gwen used to be friends in high school and both harbored secret crushes on the other. Unfortunately, the path of their relationship was drastically

Angels Around Us (Heaven’s Torment #1)

Victoria Liiv supporting characters are well developed, and each hold strong positions as supporters or adversaries. The trauma of the plane crash, near drowning, an unwanted pregnancy, a hostile coworker with and obsession, and an inexcusable relationship with a professional therapist could all be major triggers for some readers. Readers may hope for more from Adrian’s perspective as the ending leaves some thoughts up in the air. Even though the subject matter is complex and painful, the story and location it all occurs in is beautifully detailed.

Viola Robbins

sisters' wedding rehearsal dinner, and the sparks continue to ignite a passion they cannot ignore. Lake and Adrian embark on a reverseage gap love affair, Iilled with steamy sex and fun! Their only way to happily ever after will be if Lake is willing to confront and overcome her past demons and heartbreak.

Amber was on the plane from NYC to Amsterdam that suddenly plummeted into the freezing ocean. She survived, although many did not. Now she’s slowly moving forward with severe PTSD and vivid, haunting dreams nightly. Her mom had suggested therapy, which she hopes and prays will aid in her recovery.

Adrian Alfons is the therapist assigned to Amber. His family was also affected by the plane crash. He’s handsome, caring, and all Amber can think about after her Iirst session. A major conIlict she knows, but her Monday morning sessions are what get her through the rest of the slow moving weeks working at a design Iirm. Adrian keeps their visits at a professional distance, however, when in trouble, Amber has no one else to turn to that she trusts, so Adrian, time and again, is her savior. Will they be able to keep it above board, or will heartbreak be inevitable?

“Angels Around Us” is a complex story with many emotional and traumatic experiences well played out. Ms. Liiv portrays the protagonists thoughtfully in this book, and draws readers in to the literal deep end. The strong

Beautiful Lies

Paula Dombrowiak

Lake Kennedy, 43, works hard to further her career in Iinance, to ensure her daughter, Noelle, 17, is happy, and to guard her heart from another disastrous relationship. Adrian Corbin, 31, works hard and plays hard, and knows he wants the sexy woman who walks into the bar while he and his band are playing. Arizona's monsoon season has nothing on the stormy, heated sexual liaison the two share without exchanging names or numbers. However, their onenight stand is rendered moot when they are introduced at their

"Beautiful Lies" is a scintillatingly sensual story of a single night's hook-up Iilled with hot, passionate adventure turning into something unexpected. Readers are taken on a wonderfully emotional rollercoaster ride perpetuating some MILF and cougar stereotypes. However, Lake and Adrian produce enough white-Iire chemistry to bring forth thunder and lightning, and keep the pages burning! Oops! Pages turning! Their families and friends are kept on a need-to-know until everyone knows all. The obstacles and insecurities inherent in their affair provide the angst, and romance readers will salivate over from one chapter to the next. Well-known for her rocky rock star entanglements Iilled with discordant tunes turning into harmonious ballads of love, sex, and music, author Paula Dombrowiak does not disappoint her fans with this tale of "Beautiful Lies" becoming a beautiful truth to sing about!

Tonya Mathenia