eARC Book review: The Forever Girl (Wildstone #6) by Jill Shalvis

 

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New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis does it once again with a heartfelt story of family, forgiveness, and secrets that have the power to change the course of more than one life.

When Maze returns to Wildstone for the wedding of her estranged bff and the sister of her heart, it’s also a reunion of a once ragtag team of teenagers who had only each other until a tragedy tore them apart and scattered them wide.

Now as adults together again in the lake house, there are secrets and resentments mixed up in all the amazing childhood memories. Unexpectedly, they instantly fall back into their roles: Maze their reckless leader, Cat the den mother, Heather the beloved baby sister, and Walker, a man of mystery. 

Life has changed all four of them in immeasurable ways. Maze and Cat must decide if they can rebuild their friendship, and Maze discovers her long-held attraction to Walker hasn’t faded with the years but has only grown stronger.

Maze and the family she has had a falling out. To be honest something happened years before that tore them all apart. Each feels guilty for the tragedy that did it and can't seem to get past it. Three years ago was the last time they were all together as siblings of the heart. Now one of them is getting married. This story takes you on a journey to their pasts and their present and hopefully their future. This is one of the THE best books I have read in a while. I was late getting to read it but when i finally was able to sit down and start If possible I would have stayed up and it to the very end in one sitting. I love books that make you want to do that but hate them because I still have to get up for work and function so I can't. sigh... Two days it is then! Seriously makes you wish there were more pages in the book. The characters drive you nuts one minute and make you want to hug them the next. What more could you ask for?

Find out more about Jill Shalvis and this series here www.jillshalvis.com

eARC Book review: The Rancher Meets His Match (The Millers of Morgan Valley #4) by Kate Pearce

 

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For the hardworking folks of Morgantown, home really is where the heart is. But sometimes it takes leaving for a while to figure that out . . .

Kaiden Miller may be the family jokester, but he takes his work on their ranch very seriously. And as a sought-after master carpenter to boot, he’s busier than ever. Still, when he’s asked to renovate the neighboring ranch, he’s more than willing. The owner, Juan Garcia, is ailing, and Kaiden expects to find the property pretty run down. He doesn’t expect to find his old nemesis—Juan’s daughter,
Julia—overseeing his work . . .

Julia’s not sure why Kaiden never liked her. But if working with him makes life easier for her father, so be it. Yet to her surprise, not only is Kaiden great with her father, he’s great with her too. As the weeks pass, it becomes harder to ignore their simmering attraction. And when Julia’s boss turns up with a sweet deal, both she and Kaiden will have to decide where their loyalties—and their hearts—lie . . .

Kaiden Miller is the jokester of the family. Always the guy who gets along. Julia Garcia comes back home to take care of her father and make sure he's set with some renovations to his house to accommodate his wheel chair.  Kaiden used to be friends with Julia's brother and always had the hots for Julia too but they never got along. Now older and wiser they still butt heads but there is also attraction.  This book was one of the better one of the series for me. Fast paced until about 80% then it kind of lagged at but where I wanted to yell at Kaiden to not be so stupid where he majorly screws things up. He of course fixes it. Barely. 

Find out more about this series and author Kate Pearce here katepearce.com

eARC Book review: A Hero's Christmas Hope (Holidays in Heart Falls #3) by Vivian Arend

 

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He’s her hero. Could she be his hope for the future?

A standalone holiday story from New York Times bestselling author Vivian Arend.

Single father Ryan Zhao didn’t expect a ghost from his past to literally slide across his path and down a snow bank. His relationship with Madison Joy was a bright spot during college, and there’s a lot to catch up on. Can holiday magic turn these friends into forever love?

Ryan and Madison were College friends turned to best friends. On her way to a new job Madison slides in, literally on snow in a ditch to visit Ryan for the month of December. As they catch up Madison helps in many ways with things Ryan has going on in his life and with his daughter. They were always best friends but now it feels different. As the weeks fly by Madison feels like maybe she's found home and love.  I love the friends to lovers trope of  this story. Two great people finding love and support in each other.  A great feel good story for the holidays.

Find out more about Vivian Arend and this story here www.vivianarend.com

eARC Book review: This Cowboy of Mine (Wranglers of Wyoming #2) by R.C. Ryan

 

Available Dec 15th 2020

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A cowboy with a wild side

Kirby Regan isn't opposed living on the edge. After all, she just quit her career in Washington, D.C, so she could move back to Wyoming and buy her family's ranch. But hiking the Tetons after dark during a snowstorm goes beyond being adventurous, especially when Kirby's boss warns her that an escaped convict is at large. Sheltering in a cave seems the safest option to ride out the blizzard-until Kirby realizes it's already occupied . . . by a ruggedly handsome cowboy.

Like the mustangs he treats, veterinarian and rancher Casey Merrick prefers to live wild and free, which is why a relationship is not in the cards for him. He doesn't mind sharing his space with a gorgeous stranger, as long as they can both keep their distance-a task that begins to seem impossible as the attraction between them heats up. But before they can worry about the spark smoldering between them, Casey must find a way to protect Kirby from nature's most ruthless conditions . . . and a convicted killer on the loose.

Kirby is going back to her roots in Wyoming with wanting to buy her uncle ranch. All her family is gone and her uncle took her in as a child and raised and protected her.  Hiking in the mountain for her job in a snowstorm puts her in contact with Casey Merrick who is sheltering in the same cave that Kirby finds. This was a comfort story even with the suspense elements. If you love a big ranching family stories you will enjoy this series. 

Find out more about R.C. Ryan and this series here ryanlangan.com

eARC Book review: Dream Chaser (Dream Team #2) by Kristen Ashley

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Available Dec 15th 2020

Ryn Jansen has no interest in taking a risk on Boone Sadler. Thanks to a long list of men who've done nothing but let her down, Ryn vows to stay far away from the caring, protective commando. And when Boone confronts Ryn with evidence that her loved ones are conning her, Ryn is less than thrilled -- with her family and Boone. But even as Boone proves he's the kind of guy to meet her every need, she doesn't trust him to stay when life gets hard . . .


Boone Sadler's never been one to back down from a challenge. He's determined to show the funny, sexy Ryn that the irresistible connection between them is worth exploring. But caring for Ryn's heart and body becomes a matter of life and death when Ryn's beloved niece and nephew are put in danger and dirty cops begin gunning for Ryn. Soon Boone realizes their romance is in danger of more than heartbreak -- and to have any future together, they'll have to put their trust in each other.

Ryn has had a lot of disappointments in her life. She's living her life for her now. No men. Boone is not one to give up though. Things get sticky when the wrong guy pays attention to Ryn. Boone steps in to help her out and show her what kind of man he is. I loved this book. It was exciting and read quickly and left me wanting more. Not much more you can ask for right? Loved watching these two grow close.

Find out more about Kristin Ashley and this series here www.kristenashley.net