45 60 books on today’s list and I’m still adding! 😀
P.S. We are well on our way with our “Best Books of 2022” lists, and I just received a bunch over the last few days that will be posted, so if you have one for me too, email it to me here.
Don’t forget to check out:
- Reader Favorites – Natasha’s Best Books of 2022 List
- Reader Favorites – Mona’s Best Books of 2022 List
- Reader Recommendations – Our favorite wartime historical romance (or not romance) novels <— NEW LIST (and already I need to update it with many more recommendations!!)
- Reader Favorites – Kathy V’s Best Books of 2022 List
- Reader Favorites – Connie’s Best Books of 2022 List <— I’m reading one from this list right now!!! 😀
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JANUARY’S AMAZON FIRST READS ARE UP!! What did you choose? I chose “Movie Star” ’cause even though it’s super-short, I’m too curious. 😉 LOL! The other one I was debating is “The Chemistry of Love” (which has great reviews!!)
- Wicked Earls Forever: Wicked Earls Club Regency Romances (Wicked Earls’ Club Book 2) <— ANTHOLOGY!! “…Get this amazing set of nine ALL NEW stories in the Wicked Earls’ world. These earls get one more opportunity to be naughty and just maybe a chance to be redeemed…”
- Her Bossy Billionaire: Five Spicy Romances by Mari Carr <— SERIES BUNDLE!!
- Resolve: A New Year’s Anthology for Choice <— ANTHOLOGY!!
Loathe to Love You by Ali Hazelwood <— BOOK BUNDLE!!! And our crew LOVE these!! “From the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a collection of steamy, STEMinist novellas featuring a trio of engineers and their loves in loathing—with a special bonus chapter!”
LisaC: Love Hypothesis is one of my favorites! I plan on binging these novellas ASAP. Thank you so much!
Mony: Love, loved the STEMinist Novellas series by Ali Hazelwood! Under One Roof, Stuck With You, Below Zero. The MMCs are hot & the woman smart & 5⭐
PARANORMAL/FANTASY/SCI-FI/DYSTOPIAN NEW RELEASES:
Sleep No More (The Lost Night Files Book 1) by Jayne Ann Krentz <— THEY BECOME FRIENDS BECAUSE OF A NIGHT THEY CAN’T REMEMBER! “…Seven months ago, Pallas Llewellyn, Talia March, and Amelia Rivers were strangers, until their fateful stay at the Lucent Springs Hotel. An earthquake and a fire partially destroyed the hotel, but the women have no memory of their time there. Now close friends, the three women co-host a podcast called the Lost Night Files, where they investigate cold cases and hope to connect with others who may have had a similar experience to theirs—an experience that has somehow enhanced the psychic abilities already present in each woman…”
- The Wedding: Scottish Paranormal Romance by L.L. Muir
- Claiming His Mate: A Sci-Fi Alien Romance (Fated Mates of the Atari Book 1) by A.G. Wilde
A Vampire’s Kiss: A Dark Protectors/Rebels Novella by Rebecca Zanetti <— SHE’S HIS ONE TRUE MATE (AND THEY ARE MATED) BUT HE LEAVES HER ALONE… “…Unlike several of his brothers, Athan Maxwell accepted the curse inherent in his DNA and solved the problem a century ago by mating his one true mate and saving her life at the same time. Now they only meet up four times a year to exchange blood and keep themselves healthy because that was the deal. Yet after a hundred years, his mate has only become more beguiling and intriguing, and when he discovers a new threat on her tail, his promise of sitting back and leaving her alone goes right out of the window…”
- Cadence: Aliens Love Single Moms #1 by Tasha Black
- Fury of Frustration (Dragonfury Scotland Book 6) by Coreene Callahan
In Darkness Forged (Night Elves of Abreia Book 1) by Kenley Davidson <— FANTASY ROMANCE!! THE HUMAN & THE SHAPESHIFTER! “…Burdened by a debt she can never hope to repay, Aislin is sent by her cruel lord to the mysterious land of Dunmaren, where she must beg the night elves for a single favor. The shapeshifters demand a steep price, but Aislin will do anything to save her family—even travel alone into a nightmare forest filled with monsters. Except she isn’t quite alone… Talyn’s magic is as deadly as his blades, but he lives only for his chance at revenge. Betrayed and imprisoned by his night elf kin, his only hope of freedom is to serve as guide and bodyguard to a human woman foolish enough to enter the perilous depths of the Darkspring…”
- Toughest Deal : Mercenaries and Magic (Book 3) by Alessa Thorn
- The Pirate Queen’s Captive (Magic and Kings Book 3) by Eve Langlais
Back in a Spell (The Witches of Thistle Grove Book 3) by Lana Harper <— BAD FIRST DATE!! “…At her best friend’s urging, Nina goes on a date with Morty Gutierrez, the nonbinary, offbeat soul of spontaneity and co-owner of the Shamrock Cauldron. Their date goes about as well as can be expected of most online dates—awkward and terrible. To make matters worse, once Morty discovers Nina’s last name, he’s far from a fan; it turns out that the Blackmoores have been bullishly trying to buy the Shamrock out from under Morty and his family. But when Morty begins developing magical powers—something that usually only happens to committed romantic partners once they officially join a founding family—at the same time that Nina’s own magic surges beyond her control, Nina must manage Morty’s rude awakening to the hidden magical world, uncover its cause, and face the intensity of their own burgeoning connection…”
- Farkas: Gothika by Kim Fielding <— M/M ROMANCE/VAMPIRES!
- Hungry for the Wolf: Shifter Bodyguard Romance (Guarded by the Shifter Book 4) by Kate Rudolph
The Dancing Tree: An MM Dark Fantasy Adventure Romance With Angst (Relict Saga | Duet Book 1) by J.A. Skald <— HE’S A MONSTER HUNTER! “...Life as a monster hunter had beaten that lesson into Sebastian often enough. But just because people said Relicts were heartless monsters, it didn’t actually make him one. Would’ve saved him a whole heap of trouble if it did. Not like Sebastian ever asked to become a Relict. Monster hunters turned half-monsters themselves, always traveling town to town to earn their keep, fighting with terrors and townsfolk alike until it’s time to race back for their Orders before Mistide falls. It’s not a life anyone would want...”
- Griffin Days and Pixie Nights (Fire & Flutter) by Bailey Bradford
- Pretentious (Chaos Magic Book 2) by Elle Lincoln
- The Claw and the Crowned: A Standalone Royal Enemies to Lovers Fantasy Romance (The Book of All Things) by Sarah M. Cradit
Never Mated: Rejected Mates Collection: Shifter Romance: Dragon Shifters (Tuscon Troubles Book 1) by McKayla Schutt <— THE DRAGON & THE WITCH!! “…Alpha Dragon Javiero Cain has rejected the last five women to throw themselves at him, and he’s about fed up. He’s picky with high standards for his future female alpha. And nothing short of the goddess herself will change his mind. At least that’s what he thinks until he sees her. Meka Brito is a strong witch dealing with her new coven in Tucson Arizona...”
- The Demon Lord of California by Bennu Bright
- Damaged Wolf – Dove Valley Wolf Shifters Book 1: Steamy Wolf Shifter Paranormal Romance by Jean Stokes
- Blood Queen (Vampire Rebellion Book 4) by Sierra Rowan
CONTEMPORARY NEW RELEASES:
Without a Trace: A Novel by Danielle Steel <— HE’S UNHAPPY & IN A LOVELESS MARRIAGE & HE ACCIDENTALLY DRIVES OFF A CLIFF! “...Miraculously, Charles survives. After gathering the courage to climb to safety, he starts to walk—bruised, bloody, and desperate for help. In the dark of night, he happens upon a cabin where he meets the kind and beautiful Aude Saint-Martin. They have an instant connection, and as she nurses him back to health, Charles begins to discover the passion he’s been missing for so many years. In the aftermath of the crash, Charles has a startling realization: He doesn’t have to go back. He could simply choose to disappear, to walk away from his old life. When his car is discovered, he’ll be presumed dead, washed away at sea. If he stays with Aude, he has a chance at a fuller, happier life that he didn’t know was possible. It all seems too good to resist. But Aude has secrets of her own…”
- Critical Threat (Extreme Measures Book #3) by Lynette Eason
- Spicy AF: A BWWM Romance (The Romances of Club Inferno Book 2) by Tyla Walker
The Rose and the Thistle: A Novel by Laura Frantz <— HISTORICAL!! “…Secreted to the tower of Wedderburn Castle in Scotland, Lady Blythe awaits who will ultimately be crowned king. But in a house with seven sons and numerous servants, her presence soon becomes known. No sooner has Everard Hume lost his father, Lord Wedderburn, than Lady Hedley arrives with the clothes on her back and her mistress in tow. He has his own problems–a volatile brother with dangerous political leanings, an estate to manage, and a very young brother in need of comfort and direction in the wake of losing his father. It would be best for everyone if he could send this misfit heiress on her way as soon as possible…”
- Savage Oath: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance (The Donovan Mob #3) (The Donovan Mob Series) by Ivy Davis
- Her Heart’s Desire (A Season in Pinecraft Book #1) by Shelley Shepard Gray
Deserving Henley (The Refuge Book 2) by Susan Stoker <— RECLUSIVE HERO!! “...Her life is fulfilling…if a little lonely. But the only man who’s captured her interest, the most standoffish of the mountain retreat’s seven owners, lives in self-imposed isolation. It will take a little vulnerability on her own part, a dead car battery, and the surprising help of her daughter to break through Finn’s defenses...”
- The Holiday Reunion (Pine Lake Book 5) by Sage Parker
- Snap Out of It: A Novel by Maddie Dawson
- Vanessa’s Guardian (Never Too Late For Love Romantic Suspense) by Josie Jade and Regan Black
- Cowboy Bikers MC #12 by Esther E. Schmidt
Drake: A Pittsburgh Titans Novel by Sawyer Bennett <— HOCKEY STAR/SINGLE DAD WALKS AWAY FROM HIS CAREER!! “…my ex told the lies, but the fact that the media, league, and fans chose to believe her baseless claims was unforgivable. I walked away from it all and never looked back. Having settled into life as a single dad to three boys, I’m content. I have more money than I could ever need, and plenty of time to do whatever I want, whenever I want, and whoever I want. So when Brienne Norcross, the team owner for the Pittsburgh Titans, shows up at my house with a job offer, I have no problem turning her down…”
- Explosive Truth: A Christian Romantic Suspense (Finnegan First Responders Book 1) by Laura Scott
- Sparking Ares: RBMC Dallas, TX (RBMC: Dallas, TX Book 3) by Kristine Allen
Poison Roses (Boys of Bellerose Book 1) by Tate James and Jaymin Eve <— MAFIA/ROCK STAR REVERSE HAREM!! SHE’S ON THE RUN FROM THEM! “…I’ll do whatever it takes to escape the Ricci family’s wrath, even if it means seeking sanctuary with the most unlikely, and unwilling of allies. Bellerose is the hottest rock band in the world right now–in popularity and looks–and it’s just my luck that I stumble into their laps while running for my life. It’s not the best plan to hide out on their tour, but it’s the best I’ve got. Except, the only person that Bellerose’s frontman hates more than Angelo Ricci… might be me...”
- Rescue Us (Must Love Dogs) by Andrew Grey <— M/M ROMANCE!!
- Lucas & Dean: On Cravenwood Block by A.D. Ellis <— M/M ROMANCE!!
- Best Friend Forsaken by Dorothy Piper <— M/M ROMANCE HISTORICAL!!
Someone to Love (The Seaside Chronicles Book 4) by Kelly Elliott <— HE HAS VOWED NEVER TO MARRY & SHE IS HIS BEST FRIEND’S EX!! “...The scandal of it all since Harlee is fresh off a breakup with Thomas Minor…who happens to be Braxton’s BFF! Did I mention scandal?…”
- Something Old, Something New: A Sweet Contemporary Romance by Amy Clipston
- The Deputy (Gracie Island Book 1) by Leigh Fenty
- Secret of the Sonnets by Samantha Hastings
- Zero’s Mercy: Merciless Few MC – Maryland Chapter by Linny Lawless
- Not In Want of a Wife: A Pride and Prejudice Variation (The Other Paths Series) by Amanda Kai
- Rebel Vengeance: A World Of Rebel Souls Novel by Thetta James
The Earl’s Spark (Heart’s Compass) by Aliyah Burke <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE!! “…Gwen “ Fyre” Parker loves numbers. She works at several jobs in the small town to help support her brother’ s family. Upon meeting the new earl, she is pulled into working for him more. Fleeting glances become more. Time spent together grows. Feelings deepen. Phillip wants her to choose him because of her feelings for him, not because of who he is but when she has a falling out with her brother, he steps in, determined to protect her...”
- The Rise of an Heiress: The Triad Series Book One by Paulina Pany <— DARK MAFIA ROMANCE!!
- King Of The Tease: Short Kings by Kelsie Calloway
- Pound (Desert Phantoms MC Book 3) by Verlene Landon
- A Mark of Grace (Secrets of the Canyon Book #3) by Kimberley Woodhouse
- Where Our Closure Begins: a Women’s Fiction Novel by Alex M. Nájera
- Under the Veil: A Christian Thriller (Underwood Book 1) by Shawna Coleing
- King of Vegas Part One: Mafia Romance: (Kings of Commission Series #2) by A.J. Wyatt
- Somewhere Along the Way by AR Walls
Token: A Novel by Beverley Kendall <— SHE STARTS HER OWN PR AGENCY! “…She’s brilliant, beautiful…and tired of being the only Black woman in the room. Two years ago, Kennedy Mitchell was plucked from the reception desk and placed in the corporate boardroom in the name of diversity. Rather than play along, she and her best friend founded Token, a boutique PR agency that helps “diversity-challenged” companies and celebrities. With corporate America diversifying workplaces and famous people getting into reputation-damaging controversies, Token is in high demand…”
- Yours Truly (Love Locked Down Book 1) by Jessica Brown
- The Rom Com Movie Club – Book Three by Bernadette Marie
- The Great Austen Adventure (The Royals of Isola Nostrum Book 1) by Tomi Tabb
- A Brush with Death (The Hands of Fate Book 1) by Elizabeth Blake
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Sleep No More (The Lost Night Files Book 1) by Jayne Ann Krentz
- Without a Trace: A Novel by Danielle Steel
- Deserving Henley (The Refuge Book 2) by Susan Stoker
- Critical Threat (Extreme Measures Book #3) by Lynette Eason
- Drake: A Pittsburgh Titans Novel by Sawyer Bennett
- The Rose and the Thistle: A Novel by Laura Frantz
- A Vampire’s Kiss: A Dark Protectors/Rebels Novella by Rebecca Zanetti
- Snap Out of It: A Novel by Maddie Dawson
- Back in a Spell (The Witches of Thistle Grove Book 3) by Lana Harper
- Something Old, Something New: A Sweet Contemporary Romance by Amy Clipston
- Her Heart’s Desire (A Season in Pinecraft Book #1) by Shelley Shepard Gray
Token: A Novel by Beverley Kendall
- A Mark of Grace (Secrets of the Canyon Book #3) by Kimberley Woodhouse
- Secret of the Sonnets by Samantha Hastings
PREORDERS (going live soon!!! 😀 )
- The Back Nine (40s, Love, and Romance Book 1) by Rachel Blaufeld – January 10th 2023
- Breaking All The Rules by Amy Andrews – January 24th 2023
- Blush by Helen Hardt – January 24th 2023
Recovery Road (Torpedo Ink Book 8) by Christine Feehan – January 24th 2023
- In Her Highlander’s Bed: A Novel (Highland Brides Book 11) by Lynsay Sands – January 24th 2023
- Wild (The Wild Book 1) by Micalea Smeltzer – January 26th 2023
- Accidental Wife (The Jilted Wives Club Book 5) by Bethany Lopez – January 26th 2023
- Armed and Charmed: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: (Princess Procedural) (Haven Hollow Book 24) by H.P. Mallory and J.R. Rain – January 27th 2023
- Havoc (Special Edition): A marriage-of-convenience small town, hot cop romance. (The Moonshine Task Force: Special Edition Series Book 3) by Laramie Briscoe – January 27th 2023
- Touch of Hate : A Dark Romance by C. Hallman and J.L. Beck – January 27th 2023
- The Bachelor Contract by Victoria James – January 30th 2023
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For Amazon First Reads, I got The Chemistry of Love and The Fires. I tend to love the Sariah Wilson books they offer. I really need to hit up her backlist! I doubt I’ll actually read The Fires though. I love disaster movies, but IDK if I can do a disaster book.
I finished my first book of the year, The Circus Train. I’d probably give it 4 stars. Historical fiction, especially WWII era, always has me tense reading it. This one was a little easier on me. A new to me setting on a luxurious traveling circus train.