Showing posts with label Melissa Foster. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Melissa Foster. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - MY WHISKEY REDEMPTION by Melissa Foster

 My Whiskey Redemption
The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, #5
by Melissa Foster
May 6th 2026



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Birdie Whiskey has spent years watching love find everyone else. She has a successful chocolate business, an incredible family, and a full life. All that’s missing is someone to share it with. When she gets swept up in a single, unforgettable night with a mysterious stranger, she believes it’s finally her turn. But the man who knocks her off her feet is the last man her family would ever accept.

Four years ago Crew Hendricks shattered the Whiskey family and went to prison. Now he’s standing on Redemption Ranch, desperate to make amends for what he’s done and trying to forget the one woman he can never have.

Come along for the emotional ride as the Whiskeys’ belief in second chances is put to the test, and Birdie faces her toughest decision yet—stay loyal to her family or fight for the man she loves.

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From New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster comes The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, a small-town, big-family series of standalone romance novels featuring fiercely loyal, insanely sexy bikers who give horses—and people—a second chance. Buckle up for a wild ride in Hope Valley, Colorado, as these big-hearted badasses and their sassy sisters wrangle in their forever loves. No cliffhangers, no cheating, and always a happily ever after.

The Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch
The Trouble with Whiskey
Freeing Sully (Prequel to For the Love of Whiskey)
For the Love of Whiskey
A Taste of Whiskey
Love, Lies, and Whiskey
My Whiskey Redemption



The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . My Whiskey Redemption (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, #5) . . . A Sweet and Smoky 4-Star Journey! 

It is always a treat to head back to Redemption Ranch. Melissa Foster is truly a master of building those sprawling "found family" worlds where community, honor, and respect aren't just themes—they are the heartbeat of the story. While this might not have been your absolute favorite in the series, Birdie and Crew’s emotional ride was still a "must-read" journey! 🍫🐎✨

The Chocolatier and the Outcast

Birdie Whiskey has the "full life" many dream of—a thriving business and a supportive family—but she’s been the one on the sidelines watching everyone else find their person. When she finally has that "unforgettable night," the universe delivers a classic Melissa Foster twist: the man of her dreams is her family’s greatest nightmare. 🍫🔥


Crew Hendricks is a hero carrying the heavy weight of his past. Having shattered the Whiskey family and served his time, he’s back at the ranch looking for "redemption," not romance. Watching him try to navigate his "tough decision" while being the one man the Whiskey brothers would never accept added that perfect layer of tension. 🎭⛓️


Why This Whiskey Story Wins:

The Perfect Match: Even if the brothers didn't agree, you could see that Crew truly "matched her." He provided the balance Birdie needed for her "fierce and independent" spirit. ⚖️❤️


Found Family & Pride: As always, Foster excels at showing how a "sense of pride and honor" dictates the lives of these characters. The struggle between Birdie’s loyalty to the Whiskeys and her fight for Crew was "heart-wrenching" and real. 🏡✨


The Journey of Forgiveness: Watching the family's belief in second chances get put to the ultimate test made the HEA feel deeply earned.


The "Melissa Foster" Experience

You said it best: you can’t go wrong with one of these reads. There is always a "sense of community" that makes the ranch feel like a "fab place to lay your head." Even when the road to love is rocky, the warmth of the Whiskey world keeps you coming back for more. 📖🍷


My Final Verdict

My Whiskey Redemption is a solid 4-star addition to the series! It’s a "sizzling" exploration of what happens when love and loyalty collide. Birdie and Crew prove that sometimes the "wrong choice" on paper is the only choice for the heart. 🍫🐎💖


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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - SINCERELY, MR. BRADEN (The Bradens at Ridgeport) by Melissa Foster

 SINCERELY, MR. BRADEN
The Bradens at Ridgeport



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Come along for the fun, sexy ride as this business-savvy, pleasure-oriented billionaire gets the shock of his lifetime and finds out his ever-efficient virtual assistant is not the man he thinks he is but a beautiful businesswoman who knows many of his secrets and has some of her own in Sincerely, Mr. Braden.

I run a multibillion-dollar retail conglomerate and pull strings most CEOs can only dream of. Winning is second nature. Chasing more is in my blood. My secret weapon? My virtual assistant of several years, Taylor Mitchell. He keeps my life in perfect order, and I trust him implicitly, which is why I gifted him a lavish weekend at my house on Saint Aurelle Island.

I didn’t plan on dropping by unannounced, but when the chance to finally meet him arises, I jump on it. Imagine my surprise when I find Taylor’s beautiful sister, Eleanor, in his place.

The moment I meet Ellie Mitchell, my world shifts.

What was supposed to be a brief hello with my buddy T turns into an unforgettable weekend with an incredible woman. I’ve spent a lifetime keeping people at arm’s length and walking away unscathed, but Ellie obliterates every wall I’ve ever built.

What I learn next shatters my world.

I don’t know which betrayal cuts deeper: The lie she told me or the truth that I still want her.


The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . SINCERELY, MR. BRADEN (The Bradens at Ridgeport, #2) . . . 💌 Sincerely, Mr. Braden: A Billion-Dollar Betrayal and the Ultimate Reveal!

Good morning! It is always a treat to dive back into the Braden world, especially when it involves a business-savvy billionaire getting the shock of his life. Melissa Foster has crafted a "fun, sexy ride" that proves even the best-laid plans are no match for a Braden in love. 💻 From Virtual Assistant to Reality Seth Braden is used to being in control. He’s spent a lifetime keeping people at arm’s length, relying on his ever-efficient virtual assistant to keep his life running smoothly. When the chance to finally meet the man he’s talked to for years arises, he jumps on it—only to find the beautiful Eleanor "Ellie" Mitchell standing in his place. What was meant to be a brief meeting turns into an unforgettable weekend that obliterates Seth’s walls. However, the magic they make together is threatened by the truth: Ellie has been the one behind the screen all along. For Ellie, those years of conversation only made her fall deeper in love with him, but for Seth, the revelation makes more waves than a hurricane. ❤️ The Allure of a Braden Man Seriously, how do the men Melissa Foster creates keep getting more sexy and desirable? While Treat Braden was your first Braden love, Seth is a powerful contender for the top spot! I loved watching him grapple with the "betrayal" of his own assumptions. The chemistry here is electric, fueled by years of intellectual connection that finally explodes into physical passion. ✨ Why This Story Hits the Sweet Spot: The Big Reveal: The "he is actually a she" trope is handled with so much heat and emotional weight. Deep Connection: Because they spent years communicating virtually, their bond has a "hidden depth" that goes beyond the surface. Vulnerable Alpha: Seeing a billionaire who usually walks away unscathed finally meet his match in Ellie is incredibly satisfying. The Braden Magic: It has all the heart, family loyalty, and steam we expect from this legendary series. My Final Verdict Sincerely, Mr. Braden is a masterful exploration of truth, trust, and the beautiful mess that happens when secrets come to light. It’s sexy, heartfelt, and proves that love doesn't need a formal introduction to be life-changing. If you love a hero who learns that the best things in life can't be scheduled, this is a five-star must-read! 💌🔥✨ Reasons I enjoyed this book: Family Friends Community Romantic Witty Great world building Happily Ever After Page-turner Easy-to-read Wonderful characters Entertaining

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Thursday, January 22, 2026

LISTEN-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY NOVELLA - DARING HER LOVE: A Braden Novella by Melissa Foster Narrators Andi Arndt & Aiden Snow

DARING HER LOVE  
A Braden Novella
Love in Bloom: The Bradens, #10
Melissa Foster
Narrators: Andi Arndt & Aiden Snow
4 hrs and 1 min
January 2nd 2026



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Race-car driver Eric James will stop at nothing to make Kat Martin hisThis fun, sexy standalone novella features Kat Martin, Brianna Heart’s best friend from Hearts at Play (The Bradens at Weston), and race-car driver Eric James, a lifelong friend of the Bradens. You do not need to listen to Brianna’s story, or any other Braden book, to enjoy this one.

Kat Martin knows what she wants in a man—someone stable, adoring, and definitely not the type of guy who treats sex like a pit stop. After all, she’s built her life on making all the right choices. That is, until she meets seductively enticing Eric James, and suddenly wrong has never felt so right.

When it comes to his career, race-car driver Eric James is intense, obsessive, and passionate, and when it comes to sex, there’s only one kind: daring, unbridled, and no strings attached.

One stormy night, a delayed flight and the dangerous allure of the unknown lead Kat to throw caution to the wind, and she indulges in a rendezvous that she vows to immediately forget. But the secret tryst stirs something more in Eric, and he has other plans.

**This book was previously published by 1001 Dark Nights with the same title and a different cover.**


The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . DARING HER LOVE (Love in Bloom: The Bradens, #10) . . .    A High-Octane Braden Masterclass in Chemistry!

It’s great to dive back into the Love in Bloom world with you. Melissa Foster proves once again why the Bradens are romance royalty with this novella.

Originally a part of the 1001 Dark Nights collection, Daring Her Love is a fun, sexy, and incredibly intense addition to the series that would have been a tragedy to keep from the masses!

One Stormy Night and a Dangerous Allure
Kat Martin is a woman of "right choices"—she wants stability, adoration, and a man who takes his time. Then she meets Eric James, a race-car driver who is as intense and obsessive in the bedroom as he is on the track. When a delayed flight strands them together on a stormy night, Kat throws her rulebook out the window for a rendezvous she never intended to remember.

But Eric isn't a man who forgets. What was supposed to be a "no-strings" pit stop turns into something much deeper. Eric is relentless in his pursuit, determined to show Kat that "wrong" has never felt so right.


Audio Perfection: Arndt & Snow
The narration for this novella is a total dream team. Andi Arndt and Aiden Snow bring an "exceptional" energy to Kat and Eric’s connection:

Aiden Snow (Panty Melting): His voice is pure, concentrated heat. Like you said, Aiden Snow could warm you up if you were stranded in an ice storm for hours! He perfectly captures Eric’s daring, unbridled passion.

Andi Arndt (Amazing as always): Andi nails Kat’s transition from a cautious, stable woman to someone who is willing to take a high-speed risk on love.


Why This Story is a Must-Listen:
Instant Intensity: Their first meeting is packed with a "panty-melting" intensity that sets the tone for the entire book.


The Braden Family Connection: It was wonderful to see the "old characters" again, especially Papa Braden. His brand of love and acceptance remains the heart of this entire series.


Standalone Speed: Even though it’s book #10 in the Braden lineup, it works perfectly as a sexy standalone for anyone needing a quick, high-heat fix.


Relentless Romance: Eric’s refusal to let Kat go after their "secret tryst" makes for a romantic and deeply satisfying payoff.


My Final Verdict
Daring Her Love is a super sexy, high-speed journey into the heart of the Braden world. The chemistry is so "amazing" that it’s clearly seen by everyone around them. Between the high-stakes world of racing and the top-tier narration, this is an exceptional five-star listen that you’ll want to put on repeat! 🏎️🔥🏁


Discover the magic of New York Times bestseller Melissa Foster's writing and see why millions of listeners have fallen in love with the Love in Bloom big-family romance collection. Love in Bloom novels are written to stand alone or may be enjoyed as part of the larger series, so dive right in. Checklists and family trees can be downloaded from Melissa’s website.

Sunday, December 28, 2025

LISTEN-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE - IRRESISTIBLY WICKED (The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside) by Melissa Foster

 Irresistibly Wicked: Zander Wicked

The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside, #7
by Melissa Foster

December 9th 2025




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Get ready to fall hard for everyone’s favorite playboy, Zander Wicked, in Irresistibly WickedWhen the woman who helps save his life needs a little saving herself, Zander takes on a role he never saw himself playing—husband of convenience. Irresistibly Wicked may be enjoyed as a standalone romance or as part of the larger series.

Zander Wicked lives life fast, on his bike, on the job, and with women. But one split second shatters his world and forces him to face truths he’s spent a lifetime outrunning. His family doubts he can change, but Zander knows better, and when the woman who helped save him needs more than a little help herself, he sets out to prove everyone wrong.

Shauna Flores knows what it means to fight for survival. As an EMT and a person in recovery, she’s rebuilt her life piece by piece while carrying the weight of a best friend she refuses to give up on. The last thing she expects is to end up bound to a man like Zander Wicked, or to find herself in a marriage of convenience that blurs every line between right and wrong.


Two people with checkered pasts, an arrangement that ties them together, and a future neither sees coming—one that will test their limits, their loyalties, and the lengths they’re willing to go to for the people they love.


Tropes: Small-town, found family, MC / biker romance, close proximity, protective hero, alpha hero, he falls first, strangers to lovers, chance meeting, reformed playboy, marriage of convenience.

🧡Marriage of Convenience
🧡Forced Proximity
🧡Found Family
🧡She's an EMT
🧡He Falls First
🧡Biker/ Blue Collar
🧡ALL THE FEELS
🧡That Opening Chapter


The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . IRRESISTIBLEY WICKED (The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside) . . . If you consider Melissa Foster’s characters family and her communities true homes, this audiobook is an absolute essential. This is Zander Wicked’s redemption story, and in audio, it is glorious.

The tropes we love—Marriage of Convenience, Reformed Playboy, and Protective Alpha—are executed with signature Foster depth. Zander, the notorious playboy, is forced to confront a lifetime of avoidance after a crisis shatters his world. He’s fighting to prove he can change, and his catalyst is Shauna Flores, the resilient EMT who helped save his life.

The marriage of convenience born of necessity quickly explodes into something far too real. Watching (and hearing!) Zander, the alpha biker/blue-collar hero, fall first is incredibly satisfying. His protective instinct shifts from a necessity to a fierce, abiding love that you can feel in every chapter.

Audio Excellence: Peachwood & Masters

The narration elevates this "All The Feels" story into a full-sensory experience.

Savannah Peachwood: A true fan favorite, Savannah "hits all the right spots." She perfectly captures Shauna’s strength and vulnerability as a woman rebuilding her life while carrying the weight of her past.


Sean Masters: Sean "makes his presence known" with a performance that embodies Zander’s alpha energy and his intense loyalty.

Together, their chemistry brings the Dark Knights at Bayside and the Cape Cod community to life, making the emotional rollercoaster of Zander and Shauna’s healing journey feel incredibly intimate.

Reasons You Need This Audiobook:

  • Wickedly Alpha & Intensely Loyal: Zander is the ultimate reformed playboy.

  • Relatable Heroine: Shauna is a powerhouse EMT with a heart of gold.

  • Community & Family: The unbreakable bonds of the Wickeds provide a backdrop that feels like coming home.

  • Steamy & Scintillating: The "Forced Proximity" heat is off the charts!

Final Verdict: This is a high-stakes, deeply satisfying romance that only Melissa Foster can deliver, made even better by a top-tier narration team. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Dark Knights or new to Bayside, Irresistibly Wicked is a five-star listen that will leave you breathless!

Be sure to check out Melissa’s other Dark Knights series and stories on Audio for just as amazing.
Get more WICKED sexy love stories
A Little Bit Wicked
The Wicked Aftermath
Crazy, Wicked Love
The Wicked Truth
His Wicked Ways
Talk Wicked to Me

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - IRRESISTIBLY WICKED (The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside) by Melissa Foster

Irresistibly Wicked: Zander Wicked
The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside, #7
by Melissa Foster

November 19th 2025




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Get ready to fall hard for everyone’s favorite playboy, Zander Wicked, in Irresistibly WickedWhen the woman who helps save his life needs a little saving herself, Zander takes on a role he never saw himself playing—husband of convenience. Irresistibly Wicked may be enjoyed as a standalone romance or as part of the larger series.

Zander Wicked lives life fast, on his bike, on the job, and with women. But one split second shatters his world and forces him to face truths he’s spent a lifetime outrunning. His family doubts he can change, but Zander knows better, and when the woman who helped save him needs more than a little help herself, he sets out to prove everyone wrong.

Shauna Flores knows what it means to fight for survival. As an EMT and a person in recovery, she’s rebuilt her life piece by piece while carrying the weight of a best friend she refuses to give up on. The last thing she expects is to end up bound to a man like Zander Wicked, or to find herself in a marriage of convenience that blurs every line between right and wrong.


Two people with checkered pasts, an arrangement that ties them together, and a future neither sees coming—one that will test their limits, their loyalties, and the lengths they’re willing to go to for the people they love.

🧡Marriage of Convenience
🧡Forced Proximity
🧡Found Family
🧡She's an EMT
🧡He Falls First
🧡Biker/ Blue Collar
🧡ALL THE FEELS
🧡That Opening Chapter

Tropes: Small-town, found family, MC / biker romance, close proximity, protective hero, alpha hero, he falls first, strangers to lovers, chance meeting, reformed playboy, marriage of convenience.


The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . IRRESISTIBLEY WICKED (The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside) . . . The Reckless Playboy's Redemption: A High-Stakes Marriage Of Convenience That Forges A Dark Knight's Fiercest Love.

That blurb for Irresistibly Wicked: Zander Wicked is loaded with high-stakes emotional potential and classic Melissa Foster charm! Knowing you love her characters and communities makes this analysis and review particularly fun.

For those of us who consider Melissa Foster's characters family and her communities true homes, Irresistibly Wicked delivers an intense, scorching, and profoundly healing chapter that demands your attention from the very first page. This is Zander Wicked’s redemption story, and it is glorious.

The tropes—Marriage of Convenience, Reformed Playboy, Protective Alpha—are executed with signature Foster depth. Zander, the notorious playboy, is forced to confront a lifetime of avoidance after a crisis shatters his world. He's fighting to prove to his doubting family and himself that he can change. His chance comes in the form of Shauna Flores, the strong, resilient EMT who helped save his life.

Shauna is a deeply relatable heroine, having rebuilt her life piece by piece while battling her own checkered past and carrying the burden of helping her best friend. The marriage of convenience that binds them is born of necessity, but quickly explodes into something far too real. Zander, the alpha biker/blue-collar hero, falls first, and you can feel the intensity of his realization as his protective instinct shifts from a necessity to a fierce, abiding love.

This book is ALL THE FEELS. It’s more than just Forced Proximity; it’s two wounded souls finding sanctuary in the last place they ever expected. The unbreakable family bonds of the Dark Knights at Bayside and the Cape Cod community provide the perfect backdrop for this intense journey of healing. Zander is wickedly alpha, intensely loyal, and seeing him fight for Shauna—and for his own redemption—is the kind of high-stakes, deeply satisfying romance only Melissa Foster can deliver. This story will test their limits and their loyalties, guaranteeing an intense emotional rollercoaster that leaves you breathless.

Reasons I enjoyed this book:

Easy-to-read Entertaining Great world building Page-turner Steamy Wonderful characters Family Community


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About The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside
Set on the sandy shores of Cape Cod, the Wickeds feature fiercely protective heroes, strong heroines, and unbreakable family bonds. If you think bikers are all the same, you haven’t met the Dark Knights. The Dark Knights are a motorcycle club, not a gang. Their members stick together like family and will stop at nothing to keep their communities safe. These men are wickedly alpha and intensely loyal, but they are not alphaholes.

Be sure to check out Melissa’s other Dark Knights series and stories.
Get more WICKED sexy love stories
A Little Bit Wicked
The Wicked Aftermath
Crazy, Wicked Love
The Wicked Truth
His Wicked Ways
Talk Wicked to Me

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Wednesday, August 6, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - FLIRTING WITH TROUBLE (The Silvers of Silver Island, #1) by melissa Foster

FLIRTING WITH TROUBLE
The Silvers at Silver Island
by Melissa Foster
Releasing August 6th 2025
World Literary Press


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Forgetting playboy Wells Silver was supposed to be easy. If only he didn’t make it impossible. 

Secrets are made on the sandy shores and in the sweet small towns of Silver Island, where friendships run deep, passions run hot, and the sexy Silvers are considered island royalty. Love in Bloom novels are written to stand alone and may also be enjoyed as part of the larger series, so dive right in and devour this fun, steamy romance.

Being born into the Silver empire comes with certain expectations, but charming restaurant owner Wells Silver has always taken pleasure in breaking the rules—in his personal and his professional life.

Victoria Braden never expected to become a widow at thirty-two, much less still be trying to figure out how to move on five years later. She’d planned to drown her sorrows in alcohol on what would have been her anniversary, not flirt with trouble and lose herself in a night of passion with Silver Island royalty, playboy Wells Silver. Forgetting Wells was supposed to be easy. But apparently the pushy player didn’t get the memo.

Tropes: He falls first, age gap, widow heroine, opposites attract

The Silvers at Silver Island
Flirting with Trouble, #1
The Trouble with Flings, #2
More coming soon…


While you’re waiting for more Silver family love stories, get to know the sharp-witted Steeles. They have a penchant for pranks, a passion for loyalty, and a trunk full of secrets.

The Steeles at Silver Island
Tempted by Love (Jock)
My True Love (Jules)
Caught by Love (Archer)
Always Her Love (Levi)
Wild Island Love (Leni)
Enticing Her Love (Sutton)

Other stories set on Silver Island
Maybe We Will (Silver Harbor)
Maybe We Should (Silver Harbor)
Maybe We Won’t (Silver Harbor)
Searching for Love (Bradens & Montgomerys)
Bayside Fantasies (Bayside Summers)



The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . FLIRTING WITH TROUBLE (The Silvers of Silver Island, #1) . . . Irresistible Flirtation Meets Unbreakable Walls: The Silvers Arrive!

Melissa Foster launches her new Silvers of Silver Island series with a captivating romance that is pure magic! FLIRTING WITH TROUBLE introduces us to a new family and a hero who is instantly unforgettable.

"The impossible flirt meets the wall of a strong woman and her respect for herself." This pinpoints the delicious tension at the heart of this story. Wells Silver, the charming and seemingly carefree brother, is the life of every party. He's an expert at irresistible flirtation, but he meets his absolute match in Victoria.

Victoria is a woman who deeply values her self-respect and is completely immune to Wells’s famous charm. She’s strong, grounded, and absolutely not looking for trouble—especially not the handsome, silver-tongued kind. Their initial sparks fly with a mix of frustration and undeniable chemistry as Wells works hard to break through the impenetrable defenses Victoria has carefully constructed.

This book is a beautiful blend of steam, emotional depth, and the familiar, warm family bonds that Melissa Foster does so well. Watching Wells finally get serious and put in the work to show Victoria he's more than just a passing fancy is incredibly rewarding. Victoria and Wells Silver have their chance to shine in a story about what happens when you risk your heart for the one person who challenges everything you thought you wanted.

If you love a charismatic hero who is forced to grow up for his strong, no-nonsense heroine, jump right into the beautiful world of Silver Island!


Author Info
Melissa Foster is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and new adult romance with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic and always family oriented–perfect beach reads for contemporary romance lovers who enjoy reading about wealthy heroes and smart, sassy heroines.

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