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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Tuesday, June 17, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - SELFIE (Lessons in Love, #3) by Kay Cove

Don’t settle for a man who tells you he loves you. Choose one who shows you.


Selfie, an all-new forced proximity, age-gap, billionaire romance and the third standalone book in the Lessons in Love Series from bestselling author Kay Cove is now available!



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When my mom passed, I made her a promise that I’d take care of my little sister.


Then I find out my fiancé tricked me into draining her trust fund. There’s only one thing to do—make it right. At all costs. It’s my job to protect her…and I failed. 


Luckily, I come across a job opening as an executive assistant in a new state. Between the generous salary and a place to stay, it’s a no-brainer. Time to start over.


The only problem is that my new boss is a nightmare. The job description left out the part about working for Las Vegas’s biggest billionaire bosshole. And the worst part? He’s trying to get rid of me.


But Nathan Hatcher is dead wrong if he thinks his permanent scowl and impossible tasks are enough to make me quit. I only need to survive one year to secure the salary advance. Besides, what’s far scarier than my boss is the idea of letting my mom and sister down. 


But it’s not long before I realize that there’s a fine line between hate and lust. A tragic secret lies behind Nathan’s broody stare, and the man I loathe may want me more than he hates me.


Even worse? With the way my heart races every time he enters a room…I seem to want him too.

 

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The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . ELFIE (Lessons in Love, #3) by Kay Cove. . . Billionaire Bosshole Meets His Match: A Scorching, Redemptive Romance!


"Don’t settle for a man who tells you he loves you. Choose one who shows you." This defining statement perfectly encapsulates the emotional depth and ultimate payoff of SELFIE, which absolutely hooked me as my first read by Kay Cove!


This is an all-consuming, age-gap, forced-proximity billionaire romance that pits two fiercely broken people against each other. Our heroine, Spencer, is a woman who been through a lot at an early age and became a better, independent woman for her trials in life. Now, driven by a promise to her late mother and a devastating betrayal, she takes a job as an executive assistant with a plan: survive for one year, secure the salary advance, and protect her sister.


The only thing standing in her way is Nathan Hatcher, Las Vegas's biggest "bosshole." Nathan is broody, perpetually scowling, and actively trying to make her quit. The forced proximity of them working and living together ignites an intense, thrilling dynamic as Spencer refuses to back down. What starts as a clash of wills soon reveals a fine line between hate and lust.


I was captivated by the mystery behind Nathan's walls. We learn that a tragic secret lies behind his cold stare, proving that the man who seems to hate her actually wants her more. This story is a beautiful blend of steam and sacrifice, proving that even a powerful billionaire must learn to show his love rather than just command it. If you crave intense chemistry and deep character redemption, do not skip this compelling tale of love and longing!



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Monday, May 26, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - CHEAP SHOT (Portland Timberwolves, #2) by AJ Alexander

 Coach has one rule: don’t touch his daughter

Cheap Shot, an all-new brother’s best friend, single mom, small town, hockey romance from USA Today bestselling author AJ Alexander is now available!



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After a heartbreaking loss in the Western Conference Championship, I’m stuck with an ultimatum: play for the Timberwolves or kiss my professional hockey career goodbye. Left with no other option, I move back to my small town, determined to prove I can make my own way—free from the shadow of my older brother’s success. Then I literally run into Michele Mercer.

Sparks ignite between us the moment I lay eyes on her—frustration and attraction blending into something I can’t ignore. Michele is headstrong, independent, and refuses to take crap from anyone, especially me. But when she’s assigned as my physiotherapist, I think I’ve found my chance—until I discover she’s the coach’s daughter and completely off-limits.

I should focus on making it into the starting line up. I should remember that the only person I can count on is myself. But the closer I get to Michele, the more I forget everything but her.

Coach has one rule: don’t touch his daughter or you’re off the team. My problem? I can’t stop thinking about her, and the last thing I’m going to do is let her go. 

𝐀 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐩 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟐 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧, 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝-𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫. 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞.



The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . CHEAP SHOT (Portland Timberwolves, #2) . . . Forbidden Ice: The Coach's Daughter is a Cheap Shot of Undeniable Heat! "There was just something about the coach's daughter that he could not resist or obey a direct order," and this book is a steamy penalty box of forbidden desire! As a fan of hockey romances and AJ Alexander's incredible storytelling, this one delivers on all counts. I especially appreciate how this is another authentic and heartfelt interracial romance. Our hero, a hockey player facing an ultimatum after a heartbreaking loss, moves back to his small town to play for the Timberwolves. He's determined to prove himself, but then he literally runs into Michele Mercer. The spark between them is instant—a blend of frustration and scorching attraction that he can't ignore. Michele is everything the hero needs: headstrong, independent, and unwilling to take crap from anyone. But when she's assigned as his physiotherapist, the stakes get dangerously high. He quickly learns she's the coach's daughter and completely off-limits—with the strict rule: don't touch his daughter or you're off the team. The heat is deliciously palpable as the hero fights his attraction. He should focus on the starting lineup; he should keep his distance. But the closer he gets to Michele, the more he forgets everything but her. The desperate struggle to maintain distance while their passion ignites is absolutely intense. He can't stop thinking about her, and the last thing he's going to do is let her go. This is a must-read, sexy, brother's best friend, single mom romance that proves some rules are meant to be broken.


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Monday, May 12, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY SUSPENSE - HIGH VELOCITY (High Mountain Trackers: HMT 2G, #4) by Freya Barker

High Velocity

High Mountain Trackers HMT 2G, #4
by Freya Barker 
Release Date: May 13th 2025
Cover Designer: Freya Barker Images: Jean Woodfin - JW Photography 
Model: Brandon Thyfault 
Genre: Romantic Suspense 


When the FBI sidelines Special Agent Stephanie Kramer over health concerns, she sees her hard-won dream career go down the drain. Suddenly adrift and without purpose, she jumps at the chance when a friend offers for her to stay in their trailer by a quiet, secluded creek near Libby, Montana. As much as she tries to enjoy the tranquil settings, it’s not long before local wildlife—and the man chasing it—invade her sanctuary. When it appears the job she’s trying to leave behind is following her to Libby, the illusion of her solitary retreat is shattered.

After that last special ops assignment cost Jackson Hart his leg, he’s had a hell of a time getting back on his proverbial feet. Being hired as a member of the High Mountain Trackers team went a long way to reclaiming his sense of identity. He’s back in the saddle and adapting to a pared-down, mostly solitary existence. So the sudden jolt to his gut, when he encounters the blond federal agent he remembers well, is a harsh reminder of what is missing from his life.

Still, as much as they try to avoid the other, they seem destined to cross paths. Whether it is the intimidation of a local predator, or the threat of a former nemesis, it becomes clear they stand stronger together.

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The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . HIGH VELOCITY  (High Mountain Trackers: HMT 2G, #4) . . . Shattered Careers and Second Chances: An Explosive Finale!

"I am not ready for this series to end. I have loved both High Mountain Trackers (original and HMT 2G)," and this latest installment delivers a fantastic blend of emotional depth and thrilling suspense!

HIGH VELOCITY brings together two fiercely competent people struggling to reclaim their identities. Special Agent Stephanie Kramer is sidelined by the FBI over health concerns, watching her hard-won dream career go down the drain. She retreats to Libby, Montana, seeking a quiet sanctuary, only to find her life is about to be invaded—both by danger and by a protective hero.

That hero is Jackson Hart, a member of the High Mountain Trackers team who is fighting his own battle to reclaim his sense of self after a special ops assignment cost him his leg. Being back in the saddle as a Tracker helps, but his solitary existence is suddenly jolted by a harsh reminder of what is missing from his life when he encounters the blonde federal agent he remembers well.

The attraction is undeniable, and the stakes are real! As you mentioned, Jackson and Stephanie find themselves working together, with the chance to have more than just a working relationship. And as per usual, Freya Barker makes this a romance with suspense tapping on the doors at almost every turn. They may not be able to do their job in their chosen professions anymore, but protection is their specialty. Whether it's the threat of a former nemesis or an intimidation of a local predator, they stand stronger together and will absolutely get the job done.

If this is indeed the end of the line for HMT 2G, it’s a high-impact conclusion that beautifully wraps up the themes of sacrifice, healing, and finding a new purpose in love. 

USA Today bestselling author Freya Barker loves writing about ordinary people with extraordinary stories.

With forty-plus books already published, she continues to create characters who are perhaps less than perfect, each struggling to find their own slice of happy.

Recipient of the ReadFREE.ly 2019 Best Book We've Read All Year Award for "Covering Ollie, the 2015 RomCon “Reader’s Choice” Award for Best First Book, “Slim To None”, Finalist for the 2017 Kindle Book Award with “From Dust”, and Finalist for the 2020 Kindle Book Award with “When Hope Ends”, Freya spins story after story with an endless supply of bruised and dented characters, vying for attention!

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Monday, April 28, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - LOVE, LIES, AND WHISKEY (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, #5) by Melissa Foster

LOVE, LIES, AND WHISKEY
The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, #5
by Melissa Foster
April 28th 2025



Get ready to fall hard for the mysterious Seeley “Doc” Whiskey and the one woman he never thought would walk back into his life in LOVE, LIES, AND WHISKEY, the NEW title in the fan favorite Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch series. - NOW AVAILABLE at ALL retailers and shop.melissafoster.com!



First loves that were ripped apart, and the epic love that saves them.

At nineteen, Seeley “Doc” Whiskey fell hard for the governor’s daughter, and then she was torn away. He risked his life and his family’s legacy to get her back, only to find out that everything he believed about her was a lie. His heart has been locked down ever since.

Betrayed by everyone she loves, Juliette Chambers has been through hell and back. Now a single mother and veterinarian, Juliette moves back to Colorado to start over. The last person she expects to run into is the man who completely destroyed her.

A chance encounter turns into a moment of fury, sending them into an emotional maelstrom. Tears and accusations fly and passion ignites, but in their wake they discover a trail of secrets and lies and a life-changing blow that takes them to their knees

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What you will find in LOVELIES, AND WHISKEY...
💛Second chance romance
💛Single mom
💛Ranch Veterinarian
💛Second chance ranch
💛Always been you
💛Found family
💛Secrets and lies 
💛F*ck with my family and find out


The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . LOVE, LIES, AND WHISKEY (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, #5) . . . Love, Lies, and Whiskey: A Soul-Stirring Second Chance at Redemption Ranch!

Melissa Foster returns to the rugged beauty of Colorado with Love, Lies, and Whiskey, delivering a story that is as much about the healing power of community as it is about the explosive chemistry between two long-lost lovers. If you’ve fallen in love with the Whiskeys before, this visit to Redemption Ranch—a place where both horses and people get a second chance—will feel like coming home.

What makes this story truly shine is the hallmark of any Melissa Foster novel: the unbreakable sense of family. Redemption Ranch isn't just a setting; it’s a living, breathing part of the community. You can feel the deep bonds of friendship and the fierce loyalty of the Dark Knights in every chapter. It’s a world where the characters don't just exist; they belong to one another, making the stakes feel incredibly personal and the "happily ever after" even more rewarding.

Seeley “Doc” Whiskey is a man with a heart under lock and key. After falling for Juliette Chambers, the governor’s daughter, at nineteen and losing her to a web of lies, he has spent years fueled by bitterness. When Juliette—now a resilient single mother and veterinarian—returns to Colorado to start over, their chance encounter is less of a reunion and more of an emotional maelstrom.

The "Second Chance" trope is executed perfectly here. You feel the weight of their history, the sting of past betrayals, and the undeniable passion that never truly faded. Watching them navigate the fury and tears to find the truth behind the lies that tore them apart is a journey that will take you to your knees.

Blurred Lines & Secrets: The trail of secrets and life-changing blows keeps the pages turning, as Seeley and Juliette realize that everything they thought they knew was a fabrication.

The Alpha with a Heart: Doc is the epitome of an "insanely sexy biker" who is fiercely loyal to his family and the woman he once lost.

Healing through Connection: The way the community rallies around Juliette as she tries to rebuild her life highlights Sola’s (and Foster's) talent for showcasing that love has no restrictions and is the ultimate savior.

No Games: With no cliffhangers and no cheating, you can fully immerse yourself in the emotional intensity of their path back to each other.

My Final Verdict
Love, Lies, and Whiskey is a masterclass in small-town romance. It’s an intense emotional rollercoaster that proves that even the most broken hearts can be mended when they’re surrounded by the right people. If you love a story where the family bonds are just as strong as the romantic ones, Seeley and Juliette’s journey at Redemption Ranch is an absolute must-read!

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Monday, April 21, 2025

READ-2-REVIEW - CONTEMPORARY - A SPRING IN MY HEART (Love for All Seasons, #4) by J.L. Lora

 

Lux and Oliver navigate the delicate balance of trust and vulnerability. Just when it seems they’re overcoming their complicated history, their exes lurk in the shadows, forcing them back to square one.


The Spring in My Heart
Love for All Seasons, #4
by J.L. Lora

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They’ve tip-toed the edge of desire, but that unforgettable Noche Buena left them shattered and longing for the dreams that slipped away…

Lifestyle influencer Luciana “Lux” Blake’s life is a collage of picture-perfect moments—if you follow her Instagram account. But her world crumbles when her baseball-God-boyfriend cheats with yet another groupie. She swears off men until her brother pushes her to work with his friend Oliver—with whom she shares a sexy history—on a renovation that turns every moment into a minefield of awkward tension and lingering passion.

Haunted by his past, Oliver Amador built impenetrable walls around his heart. He’s devoted himself entirely to raising his daughter, determined to become the father he never had. It’s been a relatively simple task to keep the sucio, his sensual alter ego, separate from the doting father—until life throws him a curveball named Lux. She’s the only woman who tempts him to dismantle the barriers and open his heart, but the fear of being hurt again is a constant battle within him.

Lux and Oliver navigate the delicate balance of trust and vulnerability. Just when it seems they’re overcoming their complicated history, their exes lurk in the shadows, forcing them back to square one.

Can they break through the past’s stronghold and turn their sizzling connection into forever love?

The Spring in My Heart is the sultry fourth book in the A Love for All Seasons contemporary romance series. If you crave deeply flawed characters, intense chemistry, and unforgettable moments, then you’ll be captivated by J.L. Lora’s compelling tale of love and longing.

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The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . A SPRING IN MY HEART (Love for All Seasons, #4) . . .  Scorching Passion and Painful Pasts: Lux and Oliver Ignite the Page!

"If you crave deeply flawed characters, intense chemistry, and unforgettable moments, then you’ll be captivated by J.L. Lora’s compelling tale of love and longing." This statement right here pin-points this story perfectly.

J.L. Lora delivers a scorching, intense, second-chance romance with Lux and Oliver that completely consumes you! Our heroine, Luciana “Lux” Blake, is a lifestyle influencer whose picture-perfect world crumbles after a devastating betrayal. She swears off men, but life throws her a curveball: working on a renovation project with Oliver Amador—the very man with whom she shares a history of unforgettable Noche Buena passion and heartache.

Oliver is a hero carved from pain, haunted by his past and devoted to being the father he never had. He built impenetrable walls around his heart to keep his sensual alter ego, the "sucio," separate from the doting father. But Lux is the only woman who tempts him to dismantle those barriers, creating an electric, awkward tension and lingering passion that practically sets the pages on fire!

As Lux and Oliver navigate the delicate balance of trust and vulnerability, the intensity only grows. Just when it seems they might overcome their complicated history, the inevitable happens: their exes lurk in the shadows, forcing them back to square one. Can these two fiercely flawed people break through the past's stronghold and turn their sizzling connection into the forever love they both secretly long for?

If you crave a romance with high stakes, deep emotional wounds, and an intense, undeniable chemistry, this is the sultry ride you need. A captivating tale that proves the heart always gets its way.





Author Info
J. L. Lora is a Dominican-American author of contemporary and romantic suspense. Her stories explore the dark side of good characters—people living in the gray areas of life—playing the cards life has dealt them. Her stories manifest her love for badass alpha heroines and take-your-breath-away alpha men. 

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