HAPPY TUESDAY NEW RELEASE DAY!!! I’m working on today’s list and have a few hours to go, so keep checking back while the list grows. Let me know if I missed anything. 😀
BLURB JOLTS!! Right Man, Right Time by Meghan Quinn (she grabs the first guy she sees to kiss in front of her ex, and he just so happens to be a pro hockey star!) At Sea (he seems to be the perfect man, part of a secret service government experiment he can breathe under water – and he disappears with their child...) Love…It’s Complicated (a perfect cop gave her a shoulder to cry on, and now she finds out she’s the wedding planner for his upcoming marriage...) Betting on the Boy Next Door: a Sweet Romantic Comedy (I just love the sound of this one… he’s her neighbor… late night balcony chats.. *sigh*)
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- The Holiday Reunion (Complete Series: Books 1-6) (Pine Lake) by Sage Parker <— SERIES BUNDLE!!
PARANORMAL/FANTASY/SCI-FI/DYSTOPIAN NEW RELEASES:
- The Queen’s Price (Black Jewels Book 12) by Anne Bishop <— ANNE BISHOP’S LATEST! “…With some guidance from Witch, these three young women will learn when to yield because it is right—and when to take a stand, even if they must pay the Queen’s price...”
- Mountains Made of Glass (Fairy Tale Retelling Book 1) by Scarlett St. Clair
- The Mimicking of Known Successes by Malka Older <— SCI-FI
- Vance: Roar 1 by Sandra R Neeley
- Wolf’s Rogue (Wardens of the Other Worlds Book 3) by Cassie Alexander
- The Cyborg and the Centaur (Betwixt Realms Book 2) by Edeline Wrigh
- Conquer the Kingdom (A Gargoyle Queen Novel Book 3) by Jennifer Estep <— TRILOGY FINALE!! “…Magic reigns, plots abound, and a new love might not conquer all, in this must-read finale to the epic Gargoyle Queen trilogy by international bestselling author Jennifer Estep…”
- Wrath of the Wicked (The Seven Kingdoms Standalones) by Alexi Blake
- Shadow Bride: A Rejected Mates Shifter Romance (Shadow Pack Book 2) by K. Easton
- The Skunk, the Tibetan Fox and Their Wolf Omega (Omegas of Animals: SD Book 6) by Lorelei M. Hart and Wendy Rathbone
- Marked for Grace (The Marked Book 1) by K.C. Harper
- Dark Alpha’s Fury by Donna Grant <— HE’S NO LONGER MERELY FAE… “...I’ve known the torment of being trapped, of battling monsters—both outside and within. But I’ve also known the peace and completeness of holding the one I was meant for in my arms. Unfortunately, she’s not intended for me. I am destined for one thing and one thing only: eradicating the evil that plagues our world…”
- Knot my Mate (Solveig Pack Book 3) by Alice Clyde
- The Neighborhood Witch (The Neighborhood Series Book 1) by Christopher M. Mason
- Of Shadow and Blood: An erotic horror reimagining of Red Riding Hood by T.K. Hardin and Tracey H. Kitts
- Mr. & Mrs. Witch: A Novel by Gwenda Bond <— THEY’RE GETTING MARRIED BUT… “…As Savvy walks down the aisle to Griffin, the wedding quickly goes from blessed day to shit show when their true identities are revealed. To say there’s bad blood between their factions is putting it mildly. Savvy and Griffin are tasked to take the other out, but when they discover a secret that could take down both of their agencies, they realize the only way to survive is to team up…”
- Accidental Vampire: A SLOW BUILD WHY CHOOSE PARANORMAL VAMPIRE ROMANCE (Accidental Vampire Series Book 1) by Amy Nova
- Rose of the Deadlands: An Epic Fantasy Romance Series (Forgotten Path of the Elors Book 1) by Jesse Sprague
- A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley <— SHE ACCIDENTALLY SUMMONED A DEMON! “…Mariel Spark is prophesied to be the most powerful witch seen in centuries of the famed Spark family, but to the displeasure of her mother, she prefers baking to brewing potions and gardening to casting hexes. When a spell to summon flour goes very wrong, Mariel finds herself staring down a demon—one she inadvertently summoned for a soul bargain...”
CONTEMPORARY NEW RELEASES:
- Hockey With Benefits by Tijan <— TIJAN’S LATEST!! SPORTS ROMANCE!! IT WAS JUST SUPPOSED TO BE FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS – NO FEELINGS… “…It was all working too… Until somewhere down the line, things got messy. Until somehow we were dealing with threats, secrets, rivals, and so much more. Until I began to want her in ways that weren’t part of the deal. Our agreement didn’t just get checked into the wall, it got obliterated…”
- Sweet Sinner (Necklace Series Book 5) by Lisa Renee Jones
- Don’t Back Down by Sharon Sala
- The Consequence: A Secret Baby Billionaire Romance (Kings of Ruin) by L Knight
- Rogue (Prep) by Elle Kennedy <— ELLE KENNEDY’S LATEST! SHE’S DONE BEING TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF!! “…It’s been a long time since Casey Tresscott has felt like her life was her own. After the car accident that nearly cost her everything, she’s used to her family’s coddling and the relentless whispers at school, no matter how much they sting. After all, she’s found a safe harbor in her budding relationship with Sandover’s golden boy, Fenn Bishop…or so she thinks...”
- Corrupted Vows: A Second Chance Dark Mafia Romance (Mafia Kings: Corrupted Series Book 5) by Kiana Hettinger
- Owned by the Mountain Man (Courage County Curves) by Mia Brody
- Distracted (Harper Security Ops Book 7) by A.K. Evans
- Right Man, Right Time by Meghan Quinn <— THE HOCKEY STAR & THE COLLEGE GIRL!! “...Running into your ex is never ideal. Running into your ex who is now dating your nemesis is a literal nightmare. That’s how I found myself in a sheer panic, reaching for the closest guy at the bar and kissing him. And to my delight he was easily the most attractive man I’ve ever seen. The only problem is, when I tried to walk away after thanking him for his help, he stopped me with three life-changing words . . .“You owe me.” That’s how I found myself, a college girl, in a fake relationship with a professional hockey player ten years older than me...”
- Hard Feelings (Galway Girls Book 1) by K.M. Galvin
- Brick: A Football Romance (The Nighthawk Series Book 7) by Lisa Lang Blakeney
- At Sea by Emma Fedor <— HE CAN BREATHE UNDERWATER… and she believes his reason why… “…Able to stay beneath the waves for longer than should be possible, Brendan reveals that he is part of a secret experimental unit of the US Special Forces. And Cara, struck by the power of his conviction, by his unstoppable charisma, and by the evidence before her, believes him. Their summer romance turns serious. Then Cara gets pregnant. When their son, Micah, is born, she’s sure their happy ending is underway. Still, she’s thrown by Brendan’s dramatic moods, his unexplained disappearances, and the weight of his secrets. Cara is determined to stay strong for her young family, to heal Brendan’s psychic wounds, to keep him safe. Until he and baby Micah vanish…”
- Heartless Vows: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance (The Santoro Mafia #3) by Ivy Davis
- Block’s Road: Riot MC Biloxi #6 by Karen Renee
- Worthy Opponents: A Novel by Danielle Steel <— DANIELLE STEEL’S LATEST!! HE WANTS TO INVEST IN HER COMPANY... “…She may be the owner of Brooke’s, but she’s also now a divorced single mother of twin boys. And with the ever-evolving landscape of the fashion industry comes new challenges for Spencer and the legacy she’s inherited....”
- The Sister Effect: A Novel by Susan Mallery
- The Last Lap by Christy Hayes
- A Sinister Revenge (A Veronica Speedwell Mystery Book 8) by Deanna Raybourn
- Unexpected by Lindsey Cord
- Cruel Kiss by K.A. Linde <— K.A. LINDE’S LATEST!! THEY’RE FRIENDS WHO FLIRT… “…We flirt and tease and joke, but at the end of the day, playing wingman is preferable to risking my heart. Until I break up with my boyfriend the day that I leave for a two-week Caribbean vacation. And Gavin and I are the only single people on the island. But remember that boyfriend I dumped? Yeah, it’s his best friend…”
- Protection Detail: A Christian Romantic Suspense (Finnegan First Responders Book 3) by Laura Scott
- Remember Me (Pictures of the Heart Book #1) by Tracie Peterson
- Off the Map by Trish Doller
- Sapphire Storm (Sapphire Cove Book 3) by C. Travis Rice and Christopher Rice <— M/M ROMANCE!! THEY CROSSED PATHS DURING A LIFE CHANGING EVENT!! “...Decades ago, Roman and Ethan crossed paths on a New York street corner during a terrible, life-changing moment that scarred them both. Now Roman’s back for revenge. But when his plan goes wildly off the rails, Roman suddenly finds himself at the center of an even stranger and darker plot concocted by his most famous client. Well-versed in the ways of the wealthy and the entitled, Roman’s former target offers to be his strongest ally during a moment that might derail the young man’s newfound career. But the experienced older man’s offer also ignites an irresistible and forbidden attraction that threatens to consume them both, even as it exposes old secrets and incurs the wrath of the powerful and the famous...”
- Something Wild & Wonderful by Anita Kelly <— M/M ROMANCE!!
- The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen (The Doomsday Books Book 1) by KJ Charles <— M/M ROMANCE!!
- Sean’s Sunshine (The Flophouse) by Amy Lane <— M/M ROMANCE!!
- Shattered Dreams (Boys of Bellerose Book 3) by Tate James and Jaymin Eve <— MAFIA/ROCKSTAR REVERSE HAREM!! “…Shattered Dreams is book THREE of FOUR in the Boys of Bellerose series. This is a mafia/rockstar reverse harem romance series with dark elements and gripping cliffhangers throughout…”
- A Sense of Duty (Volkov Bratva Book 2) by Sam Crescent
- Man Candy (On A Manhunt Book 2) by Vanessa Vale
- Here To Stay (An Atlantic City Bed & Breakfast Romance Book 1) by Grace Meyers
- Under Fire (Defend and Protect Book #3) by Lynn H. Blackburn
- Planning for the All-Star: A Sweet Rom Com (Too Busy for Love Book 3) by Leah Busboom
- Sure of One (The Arrow Tactical Series Book 2) by Isabel Jolie
- Second Time Around by Melody Carlson
- Love…It’s Complicated by Jeannine Colette <— THE PERFECT COP THAT GIVES HER A SHOULDER TO CRY ON IS GETTING MARRIED… “…The only bright spot in that fiasco was the police officer who offered me a sexy, broad shoulder to cry on. William Bronson was a knight in shining armor. A romance novel hero in the flesh. Then I showed up for work the next day and realized I’d be in charge of planning his fairy tale wedding…to someone else. And that was just the start of my troubles...”
- A Promise to Keep (Sunrise Sisters Book 2) by Olivia Miles
- Legally Bound (Masters of Marquis Book 5) by Golden Angel
- Betting on the Boy Next Door: a Sweet Romantic Comedy (Betting on Love) by Melanie Jacobson <— SHE’S A SINGLE NURSE/ROCK BAND SINGER & HE’S HER NEIGHBOR… “…When Ruby picks the worst possible guy for me, I know I’ve got this in the bag. Sure, our brand-new neighbor, Josh, is hot, but he’s the privileged scion of an Austin family whose money is so old, it’s dusty. Been there, done that, and I’m not going back. The thing is, Josh isn’t easy to shake, especially not after he discovers my rock ‘n’ roll identity. With the help of a fake dating scheme, a cursing parrot, and our late-night balcony talks, I’m beginning to think he’s a risk worth taking…”
- The Reluctant Baronet by Elizabeth W. Watkins <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- Beguiling the Duke (Lords in Love Book 1) by Darcy Burke <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- Honor’s Mountain Promise by Misty M. Beller <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- A Most Intriguing Lady: A Novel by Sarah Ferguson <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE BY THE DUCHESS OF YORK HERSELF!! SHE’S HELPING THE WEALTHY VICTIMS OF THIEVES… “…That person was Lady Mary Montagu Douglas Scott, the youngest child of Queen Victoria’s close friends the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch. Bookish, fiercely intelligent, and a keen observer, Mary has deliberately cultivated a mousey persona that allows her to remain overlooked and significantly underestimated by all. It’s the perfect cover for a sleuth, a role she stumbles into when trying to assist a close friend during a house party hosted by her parents at their stately Scottish home, Drumlanrig Castle. It is at this party where Lady Mary also meets Colonel Walter Trefusis, a distinguished and extremely handsome war veteran…”
- Saved by the Belle (The Royal Saboteurs Book 3) by Shana Galen <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- The Duke Who Dared: Victorian Romantic Mystery (All That Glitters Book 1) by Tammy Andresen <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- Goodnight from Paris: A Novel by Jane Healey <— WARTIME HISTORICAL!! “...In Nazi-occupied France, an American film star takes on the most dangerous role of her life in a gripping novel about loyalty and resistance, inspired by a true story, from the Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestselling author of The Secret Stealers...”
- The Portrait of a Duchess (Society of Sirens Book 2) by Scarlett Peckham <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- Captivated By His Countess: Scandalous to the edge (Rebel Lords of London Book 7) by Kathy L Wheeler <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE
- Broken Deeds MC: Second Generation #7 by Esther E. Schmidt
- A Texas Kind of Cowboy (Last Ride, Texas) by Delores Fossen
- Perfect Ruin (The Perfect Series Book 3) by Claudia Tan <— MMA CHAMPION SPOTS HER IN THE CROWD!! “…Sienna Lane is a confident high school student whose lack of an internal filter gets her into a bit of trouble. After deciding to attend an underground circuit fight at the gym for MMA, Breaking Point, Sienna Lane finds herself mesmerized with the dangerous sport. And even more memorizing is the unrelenting and powerful champion of the night, Jax “Deadbeat” Deneris, who just so happens to spot Sienna out of the crowd. After riling up and insulting another underground fighter backstage, Jax swoops in, and while Sienna is no one’s damsel in distress, there is something about this cocky bad boy that she can’t seem to shake…”
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- The Queen’s Price (Black Jewels Book 12) by Anne Bishop
- Conquer the Kingdom (A Gargoyle Queen Novel Book 3) by Jennifer Estep
- Dark Alpha’s Fury by Donna Grant
- Mr. & Mrs. Witch: A Novel by Gwenda Bond
- A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley
- Right Man, Right Time by Meghan Quinn
- At Sea by Emma Fedor
- The Sister Effect: A Novel by Susan Mallery
- Something Wild & Wonderful by Anita Kelly
- Sweet Sinner (Necklace Series Book 5) by Lisa Renee Jones
- Cruel Kiss by K.A. Linde
- Sapphire Storm (Sapphire Cove Book 3) by C. Travis Rice and Christopher Rice
- A Sinister Revenge (A Veronica Speedwell Mystery Book 8) by Deanna Raybourn
- Don’t Back Down by Sharon Sala
- The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen (The Doomsday Books Book 1) by KJ Charles
- A Most Intriguing Lady: A Novel by Sarah Ferguson
- The Reluctant Baronet by Elizabeth W. Watkins
- Remember Me (Pictures of the Heart Book #1) by Tracie Peterson
- Worthy Opponents: A Novel by Danielle Steel
- The Mimicking of Known Successes by Malka Older
- Goodnight from Paris: A Novel by Jane Healey
- Off the Map by Trish Doller
- The Portrait of a Duchess (Society of Sirens Book 2) by Scarlett Peckham
- A Texas Kind of Cowboy (Last Ride, Texas) by Delores Fossen
- Second Time Around by Melody Carlson
PREORDERS (going live soon!!! 😀 )
- The Long Way Home (Corps Security Book 7) by Harper Sloan | Mar 14, 2023
- Puck Boy (The Puck Boys of Brooks University Book 1) by Hannah Gray | Mar 14, 2023
- For nEver by Aurora Rose Reynolds | Mar 14, 2023
- The Heiress at Sea by Christi Caldwell | Mar 14, 2023
- No More Secrets: A Novel by Kerry Lonsdale | Mar 14, 2023
- Happily Ever Never: A Montgomery Ink Legacy Novella by Carrie Ann Ryan | Mar 14, 2023
- Lovely Violent Things: A Dark Romance (Hollow’s Row 2) by Trisha Wolfe | Mar 14, 2023
- Why You Should Never Kiss A Grump by Erin Nicholas | Mar 14, 2023
- Why You Should Never Kiss Your Ex-Husband by Erin Nicholas | Mar 14, 2023
- Why You Should Never Kiss Your Blind Date by Erin Nicholas | Mar 14, 2023
- Why You Should Never Kiss Your Fake Boyfriend by Erin Nicholas | Mar 14, 2023
- Why You Should Never Kiss A Grump by Erin Nicholas | Mar 14, 2023
- Legacy of Shadows: A Paranormal Reverse Harem Romance (Supernaturals of Castle Academy Book 1) by Tessa Hale | Mar 15, 2023
- NERO: Alliance Series Book One by S.J. Tilly | Mar 16, 2023
- Miles Ever After (Miles High Series) by T L Swan | Mar 16, 2023
- Into the Tide: A Small Town, Brother’s Best Friend Romance (Cottonwood Cove Series Book 1) by Laura Pavlov | Mar 16, 2023
- Miles Ever After (Miles High Series) by T L Swan | Mar 16, 2023
- Black Hellebore: Wraith Kings Book 3.1 by Grace Draven | Mar 16, 2023
- The Games We Play: Iron Outlaws MC Book 2 by Scarlett Cole and S. Cole | Mar 16, 2023
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I’m not sure if I ever said or not, but I absolutely loved My Best Friend’s Exorcism. It was so full of nostalgia, before my time really, but I’m a sucker for it anyway, and friendship, but also the kooky stuff with the demon. Lol. Not as scary as I would have thought, but towards the end it was intense. I did make it through Ariadne also. It was a little dicey in the beginning. Because my peak enjoyment of Greek Mythology was jr. high. That’s when we learned what there was to know about mostly the big names and such. And it never went farther than that so while I’ve always been fascinated by it, I’ve not delved into it much since. And there were a ton of names thrown out in the beginning. Some I remembered and some not so much, but I did get really into it eventually, maybe after 30-40% or so and found myself relaying every bizarre instance to my hubs, who probably could care less. 😂 I’m glad I read it. Now, what to read? 🤔 I’m gonna sample some today. Not sure what I’m in the mood for.
I’m so glad you liked MBFE! I could have done without that final chapter, but the rest of it was fantastic. It was exactly my time so it was like reliving my youth, sans the possessed part, tho my parents would probably disagree.
I actually really liked the ending, it felt realistic. I was nervous though and googled what the end would bring and half read a spoiler, I thought, before going back. But, I believe it was the movie ending it gave me, which is different.
I don’t remember how the movie ended!
She’s… now I can’t remember too. I think it ended ominous.. like… more to happen.
*goes to look up ending spoilers*
Hi Maryse! I just finished reading J. T. Geissinger’s Queens and Monsters series and it was absolutely amazing!!!! I listened to the audiobooks as well. There are four books in this mafia series. I fell in love with 3 of the 4 couples, even though I loved all 4 books. One couple was a bit annoying, but they were important to the big picture. I also want to let you know that I had my eye on The Bite by Z. W. Taylor. I was hoping for it to be a deal of the day on Amazon. I read lots of reviews. Most people said that the Wattpad version was much better, even though it needed to be edited. After downloading a sample, I went to Wattpad. The reviews were right! The Wattpad version is much better and book 2 (The Rise) is already on there. I just started book 2 today. Book one was good. As I mentioned, it’s not edited, but the story is so interesting that you overlook the crazy amount of times that the author has her characters rolling their eyes a million times, lol!
Ooooooh I LOVE J.T. Geissinger and I haven’t read that one yet, but sooooo many people here LOVE it.
Also The Bite was one of my blurb jolts from a couple of weeks ago. I wonder why the Wattpad version is better? Is it just that the published version got edited too far down?