May 2020 Reviews – REVIEW'S

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R E V I E W ➠ Cheesy On The Eyes by Teagan Hunter

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

Dating is hard. Dating in a small town? Impossible.
Leave it to my little brother to come back home announcing he knocked up his fiancée and the wedding has been moved…to next month.
When he tries to set me up with one of his football buddies, I tell him I’ll be bringing my own plus-one.
Only problem? I’m hopelessly single.
Enter Sullivan Scott, AKA my hero.
We strike a deal: he’ll pretend to be my boyfriend, and I’ll use my mechanic skills to help him fix his boat. That’s it. No funny business, and definitely no feelings involved.
Sully’s quiet and reserved, and I’ve been told I’m too much to handle on a good day. We’re opposites, and neither of us is looking for anything serious.
I’m certain we can keep this strictly platonic…

RELEASE DATE: June 4, 2020

Not my first read by the author and I have pretty much read every book of hers including all the ones in this series. And let’s just say I’ve been waiting for Sullivan’s story so hard! Best meet ever haha already loved this from the get go. Teagan has a talent for ROM-COM’s that have enough of everything else including romance that you will love it from the first chapter!

These two are opposite yet very alike. The heroine is a tom-boy that isn’t looking for a relationship and the hero is a easy-going smooth sexy man that isn’t looking for anything either. They were brought together by an incident and here they are living the lie that keeps getting bigger and bigger. Only when the lie get’s blurred for the both of them, they think they can keep it in check…but things never work out how you want them too.

I really loved these two together. The hero kind of fit so well with the heroine and her quirky ways. And I will not get yout oo excited about the sexy scenes because OH. MY. GOD. yes!! Another fantastic read!

Romance: ♡♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Series book #5
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ Dream Maker by Kristen Ashley

May 27, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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Evie is a bonafide nerd and a hyper-intelligent chick who has worked her whole life to get what she wants. Growing up, she had no support from her family and has only ever been able to rely on herself. So when Evie decides she wants to earn her engineering degree, she realizes she needs to take an alternative path to get there. She takes a job dancing at Smithie’s club thinking this would be a quick side gig, where she can make the money she needs. But with her lack of dancing skills and an alpha bad boy who becomes overly protective, Evie realizes this might not be as easy as she thought.
Daniel “Mag” Magnusson knows a thing or two about pain, but the mask he wears is excellent. No one can tell that this good-looking, quick-witted, and roguish guy has deep-seated issues. Mag puts on a funny-guy routine so he can hide his broken heart and PTSD. But when Evie dances her way into Mag’s life, he realizes that he needs to come face-to-face with the demons of his past if he wants a future with her.

RELEASE DATE: May 26, 2020

Not my first read by the author and I have read every single of her books. She happens to be one of my top 5 favorite authors and I was so excited for this NEW beginning to a series!! So little explanation, I must be the only person alive that can not seem to vibe with the ROCK CHICKS series by KA. I have tried for years and it just is not my cup of tea, the heroine’s styles. That said this was a 50/50 for me because it does bring in the Rock Chicks ladies.

It was a bit heavy on trying to pay attention to who is who, also the reason because I have not read the rock chicks series so I had to kind of piece things together at to who is who and what. Luckily it does go into detail and explain but again with me not vibing with that series, it was harder for me to get into this new series book.

I absolutely LOVED EVIE the heroine OMG i fell in love with her right away, she is a little bit of nerd and a lot of klutz in the cutest way! She is always there for everyone and has the sweetest smile and biggest heart, even if she is doing something like dancing at Smithie’s for money, because let’s just say that, her bank account just can’t seem to cover living expenses. So what’s a girl to do, she’s gotta do what she’s gotta do and take care of herself. MAG is a sexy, handsome, sweetheart who has a lot on his plate but gets a lot more when he meets Evie. Something about her just drives him to her, and I gotta say these two have a lot of fun and really are a true TRUE couple! Lot’s of previous characters, lot’s of new characters, lot’s of sexy hot men aside from the hero and more use of the word ‘babe’ which coming from a badass is really sexy! All that said, Evie kind of helped make me fall in love with the whole story and book and I will say that I will read more in the series aside from all. It’s a new beginning I’m ready to ride out with the author!

Romance: ♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Series Book #1
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ Wrecked With You by J. Kenner

May 25, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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It’s hard to get in—but it’s hell getting out.
He’s spent a decade chasing shadows. Ten long years tracking down the man who kidnapped him as a child and murdered his mother and uncle. And finally, Antonio Santos has found him.
All he needs is access to the exclusive private island. A carnal wonderland that only the elite can enter. But to gain access, Tony needs two things. The significant fee. And a woman.
An experienced operative with deadly skills, Stark Security agent Emma Tucker has no desire to be Tony’s arm candy, especially when she’s still reeling from a breakup. But the more she works with Antonio, the more she admires him. And when the island’s games push them over a sensual cliff, she can’t deny that his skills top the charts in the bedroom, too.
Bit by bit, admiration leads to passion as the mission twists and turns. Soon, they become lost in this island playground full of lust, greed, and danger. Where they could both lose their hearts … or their lives.

RELEASE DATE: May 26, 2020

Not my first read by the author, she is one of my top favorite author’s and I have read ALL OF HER BOOKS! Yes I said all haha there is quite a few, but this Stark Series was something I was soooo excited about and glad exists. This was a bad-ass read because the heroine is Eliza’s Sister (Quince and Eliza from Book ) and she is pretty bad-ass, honest, sweet, smart and doesn’t take shit from anyone.

Anotnio and Emma are a power-couple duo, before they even knew what was coming, they were drawn to one another. He pushes her buttons and she drives him crazy, perfect work relationship combo don’t you think?! But what happens when the line is blurred and they find out that aside from being great at their jobs that together, they spark something inside that both are surprised even exists anymore.

Honestly, I have to say that it took me a little to get into the story. It’s a lot more action and less romance in this one, I think it has to do with the heroine being an agent and very..independent and more rough I guess. And not in a bad way just in a not fully my style, I can appreciate the strength she has and both of them have some deep issues that stand in the way. Once I got into it, I was glued to the story. The ending took me by surprise. This series is a definite MUST READ!

Romance: ♡♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Book #4 in Series
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ Worth The Chance by Lissanne Jones

May 25, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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Drew Sutton is a former Marine who wants what his best friends Rory and Jess have: a happy marriage and a child they adore. While he’s adjusted to civilian life, he hasn’t found any woman he could imagine sharing it with. That changes when he meets his goddaughter’s preschool teacher. Gemma Farrell is sexy, smart… and a decade younger than him.
He falls hard for her, but between their differences and his demons, Drew fears their romance will eventually fizzle out. Will those who love him be able to help him see that finding happiness with Gemma is worth taking a chance on, or is he destined to be alone forever?

RELEASE DATE: June 4, 2020

Not my ead by the author, I have read book 1 in this series. This is one where I am going to start of with saying that I am always honest with my reviews so that’s what you will get.

The start of this was actually sweet, and the relationship the hero has with book 1’s hero and heroine is amazing, he is the godfather to their daughter…the hero is super sweet with her. But it took a slight turn when the hero slept with NOT the heroine and it was kind of a turn off for me, so personally I do not like that…it went tiny bit into detail and it just I don’t know rubbed me the wrong way. When the hero meets the heroine they actually hit it off well, and their first date turns into firsts for both of them. It’s very steamy and sexy age gap romance.

Romance: ♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Book #2
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R E V I E W ➠ Resurrection by Evelyn Montgomery

May 25, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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Rose
My husband is gone and all that remains are his clothes, his shoes, our memories. The bathroom is filled with his shaver, his toothbrush, his hair brush. But the last thing he left behind was a folded flag that now sits in the living room.
My children will never know their father.
I will never know how it feels to grow old with him.
All that I have left are the voices. The voices that haunt me day and night and never leave me alone. The ones telling me I’d be better off six feet under instead of him.
But they stop when he comes along.
Justin Gatz.
My boss.
My new best friend, and a savior I never expected.
Justin
I left Knoxville for a reason.
I promised myself I’d never get close to anyone ever again.
All I do is ruin, damage, destroy everything I touch.
But she sees me. Through me. To the place I don’t let anyone into. She sucks me in with her light. Suddenly, I find myself playing house with her and her two kids wondering how the hell I got here and when I am finally going to stop.
All I do is ruin.
I know all too well the demons she fights, having served my country like her late husband and still hiding secrets of my own.
I watch her fall apart. I watch her wrestle with her mind. I see her struggle and know I have to help, if only for a while.
Rose Gables.
I can’t get enough of her.
She might need a savior, but what she doesn’t know is she is the one doing all the saving and I’m a damn fool to think I can ever walk away again.

RELEASE DATE: May 29, 2020

Not my first read by the author, and I had the amazing chance to make this and BOOK #2 cover. A sweet slow-burn!

“Always have. Always will. Forever, Rose.”

Justin Gatz is a former Military and the heroine Rose is a widow to a military man, but they share more than that…they both share a haunted and broken soul. What helps them try and get through…it’s being together, even if they fight it hard, they can’t seem to run away from their broken souls needing one another to mend. It’s more than that though, their guilt it different for each and will they be able to conquer that together is the question!

“Our broken pieces fit together perfectly.”

Romance: ♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Book 1 of Duo
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Recommended: ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ Taking His Shot by Kendall Ryan

May 24, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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She says she doesn’t date players.
She swears up and down that she’ll never handle my stick.
We’ll see about that, sweetheart.
When I win the pleasure of Harper’s company at a charity auction, I get exactly one date—one shot to win over the gorgeous and feisty brunette.
Game on. I play hard, and I love a challenge.
But just when I think I’ve finally carved out my shot . . . a huge secret implodes around us, threatening everything we’ve built.

RELEASE DATE: June 9, 2020

Not my first read by the author and yes I have read the previous 6 books in the series. This one was a light read with a little twist. To be honest which I always am with my review’s , I kind of felt like this was predictable in every way. The story line and plots were great and writing don’t get me wrong but to me it was very okay. I enjoyed both hero and heroine, hero is the rookie in the group and the heroine is the younger daughter of the coach. She has sworn off dating players (pun intended) and the hero takes it upon himself to get her to give him a shot. It’s a fun game and these two were sweet together, the hero was very funny and the heroine stood her ground until when she let go…but should she have, after she finds out the real reason?!

Romance: ♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: NA
Standalone/Series: Book #7 in Series
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R E V I E W ➠ British Banger by Jennifer Woodhull

May 24, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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British accents should come with a warning label. When they’re attached to deep, baritone voices that belong to sexy, cocky men, you should have to sign a waiver.
Most people wouldn’t touch short-term rental properties, but since my business partner took off with my client list, I need every deal I can get. Enter, one insanely sexy and completely exasperating Camden Reid.
The smug executive found fault with every property I showed him. Too cramped. Too feminine. Too far from a decent pub.
His demands were ridiculous, and I couldn’t wait to be rid of him and his British bangers.
Somewhere between the first property and the zillionth, though, my attraction to Camden grew impossible to ignore.
His insane demands finally met, the arrogant Adonis proposed we christen his new temporary home.
Little did I know how addicted I’d become, or just how unforgettable my time with Camden would be.
After all, I knew we had an expiration date.
All good things must come to an end, right?
Except our ending was one I didn’t see coming.

British Banger is a Cocky Hero Club book, written in the world of Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward. British Banger features Camden Reid, brother of Calliope from British Bedmate.

RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2020

This is my first time reading the author, and I have read British Bedmate and was 50/50 about it, so I was little skeptical about this one but it won me over. I won’t lie that I had to think hard about the already cocky book to catch up to this. This books reminds me that fate really is out there and being at the right place at the right time, can turn something into magical.

Camden and Quinn I seriously couldn’t understand these two wanting to be with one another in a funny way because opposites hello, their banter is refreshing and feels more real and when they got together, seriously sweet, funny and sexy. I really really couldn’t get enough and glad I gave this a chance. Will have to make sure to get down to get a paperback because I would definitely like to re-read this one day!

Romance: ♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: NA
Standalone/Series: Standalone
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ Catch Me When I Fall by A.L. Jackson

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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Sometimes trying to catch a star will light your whole world on fire….
Emily’s entire existence is wrapped up in touring with her up-and-coming country rock band Carolina George and trying to build them into a music legend. Her passionate night with a gorgeous, tattooed bad boy was the result of too much time on the road, too much tequila and combustible physical chemistry. It was never supposed to follow her into the light of day, much less threaten everything she and the band have worked so hard to create.
Royce’s night with the lead singer of Carolina George was the worst mistake of his life. He needs the band to sign on to his record label or his family will pay the price. But will his irresistible attraction to Emily destroy his carefully laid plans?
Royce’s past is littered with mistakes and heartache – will his love for Emily be just one more tragedy?

RELEASE DATE: June 1, 2020

Not my first read by the author and ot my last, AMY happens to be one of my top favorite author’s and I have read all her books. I have also read all the books in the series and want, no, need more!

What a heart-wrenching twist of fate. wow. i had to stop myself repeatedly from reading too fast because I didn’t want to miss a beat. talk about having your heart beat out of your chest feeling.
This was truly and oh-so-heartbreakingly beautiful. The hero and heroines lives so intertwined yet so far away. Neither wanted to happen what they couldn’t deny, but when the truth came out…IT. WILL. BREAK. YOU. That’s all i am going to say. Be prepared. You can assure that the hero and heroine are the type you fall in love and get so caught up with you forget that you are reading and not living through them. It’s a slow burn, but a sweet one, two souls TWO BROKEN SOULS that are meant to be but having a hard time finding their joint path…when they do, it will both break them.

A MUST READ!
Romance: ♡♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: Force
Standalone/Series: Book 2 in Series
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑

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R E V I E W ➠ The Summer Deal by Jill Shalvis

May 21, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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Brynn Turner desperately wishes she had it together, but her personal life is like a ping-pong match that’s left her scared and hurt after so many attempts to get it right. In search of a place to lick her wounds and get a fresh start, she heads back home to Wildstone.
And then there’s Kinsey Davis, who after battling serious health issues her entire twenty-nine years of life, is tired of hoping for . . . well, anything. She’s fierce, tough, and pretty much the opposite of Brynn except for one thing: they’re half-sisters. Kinsey is keeping this bombshell, and a few others as well. Long time frenemies from summer camp, there’s no way she’s going to tell Brynn they’re related.
But then Brynn runs into Kinsey’s lifelong best friend, Eli, renewing a childhood crush. He’s still easy-going and funny and sexy as hell. When he gets her to agree to a summer-time deal to trust him to do right by her, no matter what, she never dreams it’ll result in finding a piece of herself she didn’t even know was missing. She could have a sister, love, and a future―if she can only learn to let go of the past.
As the long days of summer wind down, the three of them must discover if forgiveness is enough to grasp the unconditional love that’s right in front of them.

RELEASE DATE: June 2, 2020

Not my first read by the author and I was so happy when I got the chance to review this. I adore Jill’s books, it’s more woman’s fiction at times but the way she writes is with contemporary romance intertwined, works really well. Her characters are always realistic, and this also featured another 2 romances into one book so you are getting a lot.

This really was a sweet and refreshing read. The sisters here are what true sisters are to be, what they go through might be separate but intertwined. This brings out two childhood enemies, twist, turns and one big bang if you will. This really has to be lived through, the secret…I was not ready for that.

Romance: ♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Book #3
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R E V I E W ➠ Fateful Fighter by Kathy Coopmans

May 21, 2020by The Guide To Romance NovelsLeave a Comment

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“I want a divorce.”
No woman wants to say those words. No woman who is still in love with her husband anyway.
Our marriage has been tested, repeatedly.
It’s been dragged through tabloids and rumors and fans that just won’t let us be.
Through it all, we’ve remained unbreakable.
We didn’t have the perfect marriage because perfection doesn’t exist.
But we had love. We had trust. We had chemistry that to this day sets everything inside me
on fire.
Then one life-threatening statement creates a chain of lies that leaves me no choice but to say those horrible words.
I never thought I’d say them.
I never thought my husband would ignore me when I did.
I never thought the man I love would sever the vows we took.
I never thought I’d pack my bags and move from our home in L.A. to our getaway cottage in Hermosa Beach.
Then again, I never thought he’d choose the fate of his life over his fate with me.

RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2020

Not my first read by the author, but I have only read one book by her. So I was kind of familiar and from the blurb that this would be a doozey, and that it was. The hero and heroine are already married and I really can’t say too much because I don’t want you to miss the chance to experience it all as I did. The hero is AMAZING i mean i fell in love with him and the heroine, my heart, you will feel all of her. Definitely glad I gave this a chance and you will be in for a ride and a fight worth fighting for!

Romance: ♡♡♡♡
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: N/A
Standalone/Series: Standalone
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Recommended: ☑ HIGHLY ☑