🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 A Fairbanks Affair by Katy Regnery

A Fairbanks Affair by Katy Regnery

Release Date: December 2nd 2019 by Katharine Gilliam Regnery

Series: Odds-Are-Good #3

Pages: 206

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Fall in love with Katy Regnery's superhot Alaskan men...
Tired of being treated like a freak when men discover that Faye is a 30-year-old virgin, she answers an ad in The Odds Are Good magazine, hoping to trek up to Fairbanks over New Year's and turn over her v-card to a sexy Alaskan. But when her chemistry with businessman, Trevor, turns out to be stronger than she ever could have imagined, what started out as a one-and-done mission becomes much more complicated.

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My Review:

From the sexy cover to the intriguing synopsis, Katy Regnery brings a story about two individuals who are so caught up in their work lives that they never thought about starting a romance until it’s too late.

At the beginning of the story we get to meet, Faye Findley, owner of Findley Imports her family’s company. She is a her dentist’s office when she happens to flip through a magazine and sees an ad that takes her by surprise. Someone is seeking a holiday companion for an intimate New Year’s weekend in Fairbanks, Alaska. Having spent holidays by herself, Faye knows how it feels to not enjoy the holidays with family. As she lost her parents and that’s how she became the head of the company. It is her hard work that has been able to make sure her younger sister wants for nothing and that has made Faye happy. Yet, there are times when she wishes she could spend the holidays with a special someone. But the only thing that it’s getting on her way is her virginity and by answering the ad, Faye hopes to do the deed while spending time with a mysterious stranger. Little did she know that her life was about to change forever, especially after she starts to fall for said stranger.

Trevor Starling has been hurt in the past, ever since his ex-fiancee left him he hasn’t been able to move on entirely. He has poured his life to North Star Spirits, a company he founded with his brothers and ever since then they have been able to make it very successful. His job became his number one priority leaving him without any romantic relationships. It is the minute he meets Faye that everything changes. She is changing him for the better, yet there are secrets that both hold that could damage what they have together and he has to find a way to make her see that she is it for him before it’s too late.

I very much enjoyed reading this book! It was sweet and swoon worthy. It’s evident that the characters have chemistry right away and as they get to know each other, it doesn’t take them long for them to start to feel for one another. There is the issue with Faye’s virginity and how she feels that she can’t be without anyone without being judged. That’s when Trevor comes in and makes her feel special and she starts to think that it was worth the wait. They are both workaholics and they are able to step back and enjoy each other’s company the minute they meet. We also get to learn about what happened to Trevor’s ex and Faye’s family. I do wish the book wasn’t as rushed as it felt towards the end. Needless to say, the end was sweet and it brought everything full circle. I would highly recommend reading this book and I cannot wait to read more from the author in the future. :)

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review**

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About the Author:

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katy Regnery started her writing career by enrolling in a short story class in January 2012. One year later, she signed her first contract, and Katy’s first novel was published in September 2013.

Over forty books later, Katy claims authorship of the multi-titled New York Times and USA Today bestselling Blueberry Lane Series, which follows the English, Winslow, Rousseau, Story, and Ambler families of Philadelphia; the seven-book, bestselling ~a modern fairytale~ series, including Katy’s “Beauty and the Beast” story, The Vixen and the Vet, which was a 2015 RITA© nominee; and several other stand-alone novels and novellas, including the critically-acclaimed, 2018 RITA© nominated, USA Today bestselling contemporary romance, Unloved, a love story.

Katy’s books are available in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese and Turkish.

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🔖 RELEASE BLITZ: 🔖 The Virgin Gift by Lauren Blakely {REVIEW + EXCERPT}

The Virgin Gift by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: December 2nd 2019 by Independently Published

Series: The Gift #2

Pages: 200

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

I might be a virgin, but I know what I want in bed. It's just that I haven't found him yet. 

So I'm stunned when charming, laid-back Adam volunteers to work through my wish list. That's when I discover the voracious, commanding man in him, my next door neighbor. And I’m enthralled -- in and out of the bedroom.

Every night we explore my fantasies, and every morning I try harder not to want more from him. Because there's no item on my list about falling for the guy. Besides, we agreed to the last item already -- when we're done we walk away.

But every fantasy unlocks another. Each hotter than the last. Until I discover there’s one last thing on my to-do list to check off. One so daring I can’t figure out how to ask him or what it might do to my heart…


The Virgin Gift is a red hot and sexy exploration love story exploring all sorts of fantasies. 

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My Review:

The Virgin Gift is the second book in Lauren Blakely’s The Gift series. In this new stand-alone, we get to meet Nina and Adam as they take their friendship to a whole new level, one that will certainly change their lives forever.

As a sensual boudoir photographer, Nina is used to capturing her clients’ intimate moments all the time. So it’s no surprise that she often finds herself thinking about what would it be like to experience what she captures. But her lack of experience is getting in the way so she decides to take matters into her own hands and writes down a list. A naughty list of all the things she wants to experience. Yet, is even more surprised when her closest friend and neighbor volunteers to help her explore all her fantasies no string-attached. What it would have been the perfect arrangement ends up leaving her wanting so much more than what they’ve agreed on and she has to find a way to make things work out before it’s too late.

Adam Larkin has been hurt in the past with his previous relationship and has then decided to not have serious relationships. When his condo is getting painted, he decides to stay with his friend and neighbor Nina, and everything is working just fine until he finds her list. A list that he shouldn’t have seen but can’t put down. Adam is shocked and yet intrigued with all of her fantasies that she wants to experience. So it comes to no surprise when he quickly agrees to help her. He has always been attracted to her, but when they cross the line between friendship and something more he starts to fall for his friend. He can no longer see her as just his friend and he has to decide of away to make her his forever.

I love Lauren Blakely’s books, they are all full of depth and chemistry. The Virgin Gift was no different, from the cover to the synopsis, the story had me hooked until the very end. We have this friends-to-lovers story with a sexy twist that had me rooting for the characters. We also get to learn more about Nina as she makes her journey of experimenting and knowing what she wants. While Adam is there to help her, he is kind and supportive. They both truly help each other in the end. Overall, this was a great steamy read no to be missed! I would highly recommend it and any other works by the author. :) 

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review**

My Rating: 4.5/5

{EXCERPT}

I broke the hold he had on my hip. I spun around and took a few steps backward to the kitchen counter, feeling naughty, daring.

From a few feet away, I stared at my friend with new eyes, drinking in the cut of his jaw, the fire in his eyes, the expanse of his hard chest.

My eyes roamed over him. He was fully dressed, but fully revealed too. The outline of his arousal was visible through his pants. Thick and firm.

My mouth watered as I stared at the shape of it.

But tonight I wanted something else.

Something for me.

I didn’t need to start at the beginning of my list. The first three items set the tone. I’d cross them off as I worked through the others.

I knew where to start.

“Okay, then. Now that we’ve tackled the rules of engagement, I’d like to try number four, please.”

About the Author: 

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that's sweet, sexy and witty. She also writes red-hot love stories for her Lauren Blakely After Dark line.

She'd love to give you a free book today! Check out her web site to grab your free read: https://laurenblakely.com/one-free-book/

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🌟 BOOK BLITZ: 🌟 All of Him: A Single Dad Collection {EXCERPT + GIVEAWAY!}

All of Him: A Single Dad Collection

Release Date: November 29th 2019 by Vixen Publishing

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

A broken relationship.
A mother's death.
A mistake made.

Each of these men are struggling to put their lives back together. Whether it be from the loss of the woman who blessed them with their children or a decision made in the heat of passion that changed everything, all they know is they have to try — for their children and for themselves.

From these amazing authors comes “All of Him: A Single Dad Collection.”

Before Her by Anita Maxwell

When Jenny arrives in River Falls, a sleepy little town in Montana, she sets herself on a mission to find a job and a place to stay for a few weeks. After traveling the west coast for the last couple of months, she is ready to chill and get some cash behind her before she leaves on the next leg of her journey.

Enter the Lonesomes with their gorgeous twin baby boys. The three rugged cowboys steal her breath away and the little boys steal her heart. Before she knows it, she's agreed to be their nanny for a few weeks while they look for someone permanent.

But something Jenny didn't know when she first entered River Falls was that the town was built on a polygamous way of life. Once the Lonesome brothers set their sights on Jenny, there is almost nothing that will stop these sexy single dads from making her their own.

This is a Reverse Harem story, light on steam, but heavy on tension and angst.

The Baby Drop Off by Kelsie Rae

I’m not father material. Hell, I’m not boyfriend material, either. I’m looking-for-a-good-time material with a side of no-strings-attached.

But when a baby shows up on my doorstep with a note saying I’m the father, everything changes. With no other options, I reach out to my neighbor.

Tasha is the girl-next-door with a side of sugar who’s nice enough to step in as a nanny while I figure out what to do with a freaking kid. I never thought Tasha was my type until I see her loving on my baby.

As lines start to blur, and rules get broken, some secrets stay hidden that hold me back from creating a life I never knew I wanted until it was tossed into my lap. 

I just wish I could convince her to give me a chance, but she won’t even let me try.

Only the Lies by Elle Thorpe

Him: Six foot, four inches. Thor look-alike. Kickass black belt ninja man, and gym owner.
Me: Barely five foot. Resembles an overstuffed dumpling. Semi-decent receptionist of the office across the road. 

Match made in heaven? I think so. Which is why I get to work early each morning, and stare longingly out the window, desperate for my daily glimpse of him. 

The man doesn’t know I’m alive, and I don’t have the lady balls to do anything about it. Until the postman delivers the gym’s mail to my office. It’s the perfect excuse to strut over there and introduce myself, right? 

Wrong. 

When he mistakes me for someone else, I’m so blinded by his abs that I don’t correct him. And now he’s calling me someone else’s name, and I don’t know how to turn this around apart from to bolt back to my desk with my ass jiggling behind me. 

I never expected he’d follow me. 

Or anything that happened next.

Broken Down by Paige Taylor

As a teacher, It’s Savannah Torvel’s duty to make sure every student is given the best possible chance at education. When a little girl starts acting out, and calls to the parent go unanswered, it’s perfectly acceptable to storm the parent’s workplace and confront them, right? 

Broken Down follows the story of Savannah and Mason Bell, two people whose lives keep intersecting. Will they embrace fate or risk disrepair? 

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{EXCERPT}

“The Baby Drop Off” by Kelsie Rae 

The call disconnects, and I shove the phone into my back pocket before opening the door and jumping out of my skin.

“What the hell?” I mumble under my breath, assessing the soft pink lump on my welcome mat. Squatting low, I tilt my head to get a better look. What the hell is a car seat covered with a pink blanket doing in my hallway? As I lean a little closer, a soft cry squeaks through the blanket, and I fall flat on my ass. You’d think it was the grim reaper with my overreaction, but I’m still trying to wrap my head around a kid being at my front door.

So, sue me.

The crying escalates until I’m looking up and down the hallway, afraid someone’s going to complain about the noise while praying they know how to make it stop at the same time.

With the sole of my sneaker, I nudge the car seat to rock it back and forth, but the motion doesn’t quiet the baby inside. As if the kid’s a ticking time bomb, I edge closer and slowly lift the blanket. Sure enough, a little human is tucked inside, its face red with anger.

Shit.

“You okay, little buddy?” I ask cautiously, inspecting the rest of the car seat for any clues about who this kid is and why it’s on my doorstep. Tucked between the baby’s kicking legs and the side of the seat, a white envelope catches my eye.

Releasing a slow breath while giving myself a mental pep talk, I reach into dangerous territory and snatch the letter like it’s a damn viper. After I give myself a mental high five for my bravery, I slide my finger below the lid, pull the note out, and start reading.

Shane,

In the diaper bag, you’ll find the papers that give up my rights as a mom. I’m signing her over to you… her dad. I also added her birth certificate and anything else you might need to get you by for a few days. I’m sorry to spring this on you, but I can’t be the mom she needs. Her name’s Adaline. Please take care of her, and please forgive me for screwing up your life. This was the only thing I could think to do. If you don’t want her, I added the adoption papers. Do what’s best for you and her… whatever that might be.

-Molly

Scanning the message a few dozen times, my hands shake as the baby continues to wail from the car seat. Unfortunately, I’m too stunned to move a muscle. What the hell am I supposed to do with a freaking kid?

When the baby’s screams reach a decibel that could break glass, the door across the hall opens to reveal my neighbor, Tasha. Long, red hair that reaches her lower back, quirky purple glasses that frame her toffee colored eyes, and the sweetest smile you’ve ever seen.

Yeah, you heard that right. Sweet.

Which means she’s off limits, and I wouldn’t touch her with a ten-foot pole.

I don’t do sweet. I do dirty and hot. I do sexy and passionate. But never sweet.

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