FINALLY FRIDAY & I’m so ready for my weekend! I’m still working on today’s list (so keep checking back for the next couple of hours as it will double or triple in size) but I had to post it now, since I totally am getting a kick out of the one bev chose to read (that one to the left!!) ’cause OMG it sounds SO GOOD!!
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BLASTS FROM OUR BOOK PAST!
- 1 year ago, we made this gasp-worthy list! Reader Recommendations – Our favorite books where the hero says something mean about the heroine and she overhears him…
- 2 years ago, I wanted so badly to read this, and now I’ve just been reminded to move it to the top of my TBR list!! YAY!! Marie Force – Five Years Gone Series Reading Order
- 2 years ago, we made this super-steamy list! Reader Recommendations – Our Favorite MMF Romance Books
- 3 years ago, a fun reader confession! Reader Confession – I love to “Google” dress descriptions in books, so I can “see” them…
- 3 years ago, I went 4.5 STAR LOVED this Tarryn Fisher book! Book Review – Atheists Who Kneel and Pray by Tarryn Fisher
- 5 years ago, I read this angsty one! Book Review – Swear on This Life by Renee Carlino
- 6 years ago, these were Cheryl’s favorites: Reader Favorites – Cheryl’s Top Favorite Books List:
- 6 years ago, this one 5 STAR freaked me out! Plus… a reaction video on it too. 🙂 Book Review – The Paper Swan by Leylah Attar
- 7 years ago, I 5-STAR LOVED this one from Colleen Hoover: Book Review – Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover
- 8 years ago, this was my “old school” way. 😉 How I organize my books in my Kindle App…
- 9 years ago, I was still very into paranormal! Book Review – Dead, Undead or Somewhere In Between by J.A. Saare
- 10 years ago, this one BLEW MY MIND!! Talk about intensity and angst and allllll the feeeeeels!! Book Review – Hearts in Darkness by Laura Kaye
TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT WE FOUND FOR THE WEEKEND !!
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- Only You series by Elle Thorpe <— NANCY FOUND US THESE SUPER-BARGAINS!! First 2 books in the series!
Nancy: 2 of my favorite books by Elle Thorpe are on sale …for 3 days only. ONLY THE POSITIVE & ONLY THE PERFECT.
- Sweet Spot by Ella Goode <— LIVE!!!
- Crazy Love by MINK <— LIVE!!!
- Hat Trick: A Hockey Romantic Comedy by CoraLee June and Carrie Gray <— LIVE!!!
- Sidetracked (Mindf*ck Series Book 2) by S.T. Abby <— BACK ON THE LIST ‘CAUSE NOW MONY IS BINGING THIS SERIES!
Mony: Sidetracked (Mindf*ck series) by S.T. Abby (a C.M. Owens pen name) Loving & binging on this series.
Harper: I have read a very good one by S. T. Abby. It’s five novellas that add up to be one novel. It’s called Mindf*ck. The h is a revenge killer that has a relationship with an FBI agent. Totally worth it staying up all night reading them.
Jennifer: MindF*ck is a MUST READ!!! I wanted to savor it but nope I devoured the 5 books!! And agent Bennett 🥵 sweet lord baby Jesus!!!
- Bratva’s Locked Up Love: by Jagger Cole <— LIVE!!!
- Run Posy Run by Cate C. Wells <— BEV IS DEVOURING THIS ONE & SHE WENT IN BLIND!
bev: Alright. Because of that Fated Mates episode I bought a book (well KU) called Run Posy Run. I just opened it and started reading it blind besides of what was said about the heroine in that ep. I didn’t read the blurb or anything and now I’m already 42% in and reading it like 😲😱 and popping gummy candy.
Maryse: Ooooh I just saw the cover of your book, bev, and I’m going to be honest.. I didn’t think this was your type of book so much anymore. Tee hee! I LOVE IT. I’m so going to feature that cover on the Friday Finds. HOT!!!!
bev: 🤣 I completely read it just based on the description of something the heroine does and the title which ties into that. The hero was not (really really not) what I was expecting.
- Someone You Love: A Forced Proximity Summer Romance by Kristen Granata <— LIVE!!! RECLUSIVE INJURED NFL STAR & SHE HAS TO LIVE IN HIS FAMILY’S INN WITH HIM… “...Spending the summer in a coastal mountain city in Maine is next on her list. The scenic town is perfect for finding adventure, and the quirky inn owner makes her feel right at home in the guest house. Except for the fact that her new living quarters belong to the owner’s grump of a grandson. Bryce Holden was an NFL player before sustaining a career-ending spinal injury...”
- Depraved : A Dark Bad Boy Romance Anthology <— LIVE!!
- All In : Book 3 of the Complicated Parts Series by Ashley Jade <— LIVE!!
- Dear Mr. Brody (For Him Book 3) by A.M. Johnson <— LIVE!! M/M ROMANCE!!
- A FEW OF MONY’S LATEST READS:
Travis by Mia Sheridan. I really liked this book. Travis & Haven were unique, endearing characters. Great banter & lines. A slow burn romance with subtle evolution of the MCs as they seek love, healing & redemption. Some of the secondary characters were a hoot. Once again, great writing by Mia Sheridan. 4★
The Spark by Vi Keeland. My group read buddies loved this one but somehow it wasn’t a match for me. Thought the characters were good though…
A Good Day for Chardonnay by Darynda Jones. A great read. A continuation of a key mystery set out in book #1, A Bad Day for Sunshine. Lots of banter, some charming kooky town characters, new crimes and mysteries. Sunshine continues to be awesome as the town sheriff. We get to see much more of Levi, a great hottie in the book & Sunshine’s love. 4★
- I Wish I Could Be The One 2 by Monica Walters <— LIVE!! THE NURSE & HER PATIENT!! “...Olivia August is in a great place in her life. Divorced with a grown son and happy with who she is, she’s living her best life, traveling the world. Being a nurse for twenty-nine years has afforded her a good life and she is making the best of it. When she crosses paths with one of her patients, things change. Wesley Henderson steals her good sense with his amazingly good looks and his spirit. She can’t figure out why the pull toward him is so great, especially with him being a patient of hers, but she’s willing to find out. Wesley has a long journey to mental healing ahead of him, but he can’t stop thinking about the beautiful nurse who grabbed his attention…”
- Hammer (Satan’s Outcasts MC Sacramento Chapter): Outlaw Riders MC Romance Series: Book 3 (Satan’s Outcasts Outlaw Riders) by Vanessa James <— LIVE!!
- Shadows of Discovery (The Shadow Realms Book 2) by Brenda K. Davies <— LIVE!!
- Hellbent Hero (Knight’s Legion MC Book 3) by Naomi Porter <— LIVE!!
- TheThe Suck Stops Here: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction novel (First Fangs Club Book 4) by Kristen Painter <— KRISTEN PAINTER’S LATEST IS LIVE!! “…Vampire governor of New Jersey, Belladonna Barrone has just gotten an epic offer from an unexpected visitor, but it’s not something she’s ready to respond to without serious thought. Besides, she already has a lot on her plate. The recent death of a high-ranking vampire means she and her crew of staff and friends are headed off to the funeral in the middle of the country. But travel can be tricky when it comes to moving vampires. The solution? Rent some luxury motorcoaches and prepare for a road trip that will be unlike any other. For one thing, the trip includes a stop off to meet the parents of her daughter’s boyfriend. Something Donna isn’t particularly looking forward to. After all, they’re upstanding citizens and she’s, well, the soon-to-be former wife of a mobster currently awaiting trial. For another, the dark shadow of serious allegations hangs over Donna and her human assistant, Pierce. ..”
- Zander (A St. Claire Novel Book 8) by Tina Martin <— LIVE!!
- Lord of the Masquerade (Rogues to Riches Book 7) by Erica Ridley <— LIVE!!
- Savage by Catherine Black <— NANCY LOVED IT! Here’s a snippet of her review. 😀
Nancy: I finished another book by Catherine Black (New to me author) : Savage!
My review: SAVAGE by Catherine Black is one of the most original books I have ever had the pleasure of reading. There is heartbreak and sadness with plenty of angst. I was laughing at times, too!
Skyler Kassamali & Reed Stanley make the most odd couple, I’ve ever read about!
Skyler was raised in a commune & was a modern day hippie. Made her own clothes, grew their own vegetables, and made their own soap and shampoo. Reed was technology addicted and had worked as an IT technology manager. His cell phone seemed glued to his hand, but it must not have been. Because Skyler grabbed it out of his hand and threw it out the car window! They were so very different personalities, except they were both so sad and broken people.
- Until Kelly by Vera Quinn <— LIVE!! SHE’S STARTING OVER & IS SAFE… for now. “…I know I am safe now. I wanted a fresh start, beware of what you wish for. I have regrets but things became complicated. What did Kelly do, I ran? No one can run forever. In Comfort, Texas I met the man who makes me forget my past but how long can I keep up with the lies. How long before my past catches up to me and destroys us all?”
- Red Handed: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (The Gentlemen Book 1) by Kate King and Jessa Wilder <— LIVE!!
- Reborn in Moonlight: A Rejected Mates Shifter Romance (Fatal Fate Book 1) by Anwen Anding <— LIVE!!
- Lockdown Love: Look Me in the Heart by Dhani Ewing <— LIVE!! M/M ROMANCE! THEY ARE IN LOCKDOWN TOGETHER… “…As the world is held in the grips of a global pandemic, straight, handsome, athletic builder, Damon Boyd, is forced into lockdown. His only company is gay, primary school teacher and housemate, Joey Reynolds. Bonding over their love of superhero movies and buoyed by their shared love of good food, drink and company, harmony exists between the pair. As time passes, growing anxieties force Damon permanently behind closed doors, leaving Joey to take care of everyday chores outside of the house. But while sequestered, their friendship grows, and a spark is soon ignited between them…”
- Gilded Wings (Hidden Wings Series Book Four) by Cameo Renae <— RECENT RELEASE THAT I MISSED!! FANTASY ROMANCE SERIES CONCLUSION!! Here’s a snippet from the synopsis of book #1: “…Whisked away to Alaska, to an aunt she’s never met, Emma starts over. Secrets unveil themselves and now… she doesn’t even know who or what she is. A centuries-old prophecy places Emma in the heart of danger. Creatures of horrifying and evil proportions are after her, and it will take Emma, her aunt, and six, gorgeously, captivating Guardians to keep her safe. But, if she can survive until her 18th birthday… things will change…”
- Mine Forever: A Billionaire MMA Romance (In The Network Series Book 2) by Bolivar Nakhasenh <— LIVE!!
- Catching Fire: A Small Town Firefighter Romance (Hometown Heat Book 2) by Lili Valente <— LIVE!!
- Ex for You: A Steamy Second Chance Rom Com (Fated To Love You) by Lindsey Hart <— HE DIDN’T BELIEVE IN LOVE SO HE SENT HER AWAY… “…We are the Cromwell Heirs, and we made a pact to never fall in love. We don’t even believe in that BS. But I was nearly tempted to break our sacred pact for her. Instead, I broke her heart and sent her away. I never expected to see her again, Nor lay eyes on my mini-me...”
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- TheThe Suck Stops Here: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction novel (First Fangs Club Book 4) by Kristen Painter
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- Cul-de-sac: A Novel by Joy Fielding – August 10th 2021
- Viral by Robin Cook – August 17th 2021
- Complications: A Novel by Danielle Steel – August 17th 2021
- The King of Faerie (Stariel Book 4) by AJ Lancaster – August 19th 2021
- Game Changer (Field Party) by Abbi Glines – August 24th 2021
- Where I Left Her: A Novel by Amber Garza – August 24th 2021
- Winning With Him (Men of Summer Duet Book 2) by Lauren Blakely – August 27th 2021
- There Was an Old Woman by June Summers – August 30th 2021
- True Dead (Jane Yellowrock Book 14) by Faith Hunter – August 31st 2021
- Breaking Badger (The Honey Badger Chronicles Book 4) by Shelly Laurenston – August 31st 2021
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Savage has an eye-catching cover.
Definitely… it kind of freaked me out.
I’m reading my first Mariana Zapata book this weekend. It’s called All Rhodes Lead Here. I’m 11% in and so far, so good!
I still have to read that one! I LOVE that author!!!!
Reading two fiction books at once, which I actually am trying not to do often. I find that focusing on one at a time helps me to actually focus and keep reading. But the last Simon and Baz book came out a week or two ago and I just keep thinking about it, so reading it along with the HR I started.
Also reading The Simple Path to Wealth a personal finance type book. I’ve been reading these off and on this year, which has actually been kind of fun.
I’ve been doing it too, lately. I just started one that has been on my TBR list forever and THAT one caught me good. So I’m sticking with it for the weekend.
Your book on personal finance reminded of when I gave my new adult kids “Debt-Free Forever” by Gail Vaz-Oxlade…she had a great TV show. At first they really didn’t think much of my gift…but then they ended up scanning & referring to it…LOL
That is great Mony. I wish here in the states it was pushed more in like high school how beneficial savings and investing and being smart about debt can be starting from a young age.
Thanks Maryse and everyone else for the Run posey Run recommendation only in a few pages and loving it. I’ve been in rut since last yr mostly finding shit books that I can’t get into.
Oh boy, lol. I’m curious as to what you think.
I really liked Poppy and the pace of the book was great. It was interesting to read a ML like that, but it did get violent and dark.
I know I am a bit late, but thank you so much for mentioning my book! I deeply appreciate this! 🙂
Hi Bolivar! It’s my pleasure. 🙂