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Reader Question… Solved! The book about the vampire king that saves a child and raises her as his own…

January 11, 2023 By Maryse 2 Comments

Brooke needs our book help! Oh this one sounds awesome! I LOVE humans in the paranormal world (at least… I *think* she’s human).

She asks:

Hi.

I’ve followed your blog for some time but this is the first time I’m stumped on a title or author. I think the book was released a couple of years ago.

It’s about a vampire king or leader who saves a small child and raises her as his own daughter where as an adult she must win a difficult competition.

Any help would be appreciated xx

Anyone have a guess?

Ashleigh: Was it The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent?

Brooke: yes!!!! Thankyou so much. Went nuts going through all the vampire books i came across. I guess i didn’t put together the title with what i remembered it was about

Maryse: YAY!!! Another one solved. Thank you Ashleigh!!

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Donna Grant’s “Dragon Lover: A Dragon Kings Novella” is LIVE! They have a forbidden union…

January 10, 2023 By Maryse Leave a Comment

Dragon Lover: A Dragon Kings Novella by Donna Grant <— THEIR FORBIDDEN UNION!! IT’S LIVE!!! And to celebrate this release, Donna Grant (as well as her publisher, 1,001 Dark Nights) are sponsoring today’s newsletter! Plus, we have a fun tidbit about the author (below).

The author says:

𝗪𝗲’𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟭𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝟳:𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺 𝗘𝗦𝗧.

𝑷𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆 𝒋𝒐𝒊𝒏 𝒎𝒆 – 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆 𝒃𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒔, 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒖𝒏!

𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 is available January 10

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So what’s it about?

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Donna Grant returns with the next exciting story in the Dragon Kings series.

Can she learn to love the man—as well as the dragon within?

Sensual. Clever. Daring. There’s only one thing Kendrick yearns for—peace that has eluded the Dragon Kings. Zora may have been made in the image of Earth, but it’s a far cry from home. For too long the Kings have been on the defensive, betrayed time and again. When Kendrick has an opportunity to stop a foe, he takes it. Except he isn’t the only one tracking it. Soon, he finds himself face-to-face with an exquisite swordswoman who holds him enthralled…and sparks passion within his cold heart.

As an Asavori Ranger, Esha has dedicated her life to protecting her people. She trains relentlessly to become one of their best warriors, forsaking everything else. When a treacherous new enemy invades their lands, she vows to destroy it. Esha’s rash decision has her crossing paths with that of a mysterious, handsome outsider. He’s trouble the Rangers don’t need, but she can’t walk away. He awakens desires long buried and dreams neglected. The temptation of their forbidden union is more than she can resist. She’s soon walking a treacherous path—one that could be the downfall for them both.

**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you’ll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

Here’s an excerpt:

On top of a small outcropping of a flat rock high atop a mountain, Kendrick sat with his legs dangling over the side, awed by the sunrise. Beautiful. The thought went through Kendrick’s mind every time he saw the sun break over the mountains. He leaned back on his hands and smiled.

“It really is stunning. Whether I’m on Zora or Earth it’s a sight to behold. They’re nearly identical. Though, you’ll have to take my word for it.” He paused and looked over his shoulder into the small cave behind him.

There was a loud sigh that came from within.

Kendrick’s enhanced vision saw through the shadows to the small dragon within. He’d been surprised and thrilled to discover that a Pink had a home in the region he’d been assigned to patrol. Dragons tended to stay away from the borders of their considerable sized domain simply because they didn’t want to encounter humans of any kind.

Despite Kendrick’s weeks on Zora, the Pink had yet to speak to him. Kendrick wasn’t giving up, though. He, like the other Dragon Kings, had long feared that the Pinks were wiped out during the war on Earth with the mortals. Once the Kings came to Zora, they saw the dragons they hadn’t seen in eons flourishing—and with them the Pinks.

The tiniest of dragon species were known to be aloof, but this one, in particular, took it to a whole new level. Not that Kendrick could blame her. It wasn’t just this dragon, either. None of the dragons on Zora were thrilled to see the Kings.

Kendrick frowned as the past barreled through the carefully constructed walls of his mind. He sighed and looked back at the sun. “It’s easy to look at someone’s mistakes and criticize things. It wasna so black and white. Thing were…difficult back then.”

Difficult. Ha. That was an understatement. Things on Earth had been Hell. It didn’t seem to matter what the Kings did, the humans were never happy. With every new truce, there was a retaliation—from both sides.

No one knew who started it. The blame couldn’t be placed at the feet of the dragons or the mortals. The Kings had done what they thought was right.

And it had led them to losing everything.

And a tidbit about the author!!

Q: What’s the most awkward thing that happens to you on a regular basis?

A: I hit my head on everything. Which is kinda ridiculous since I’m so short.

Latest Romance Book Releases – 01-10-2023

January 10, 2023 By Maryse 7 Comments

HAPPY TUESDAY NEW RELEASE DAY!!! 55 NEW BOOKS on today’s list including a royal autobiography!! In. His. Words!!! I’m so curious!

Don’t forget to check out:

Donna Grant’s “Dragon Lover: A Dragon Kings Novella” is LIVE! They have a forbidden union… <— Today’s newsletter sponsor!!
Monday Early Bird Book Releases – 01-09-2023 <— yesterday’s including a new one by Emma Scott!!
Reader Favorites – Angie’s Best Books of 2022 List
Reader Favorites – Tasha J’s Best Books of 2022 List
Reader Favorites – Randi’s Four Best Books of 2022 List

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The Harbinger Series Complete Collection by Jennifer L. Armentrout <— SERIES BUNDLE!! SHE CAN COMMUNICATE WITH GHOSTS! “…Eighteen-year-old Trinity may be going blind, but she can see and communicate with ghosts and spirits. Her gift is the reason she’s been in hiding for years in a compound guarded by Wardens—shape-shifters who protect humankind from demons. If the demons discover the truth about Trinity, they’ll devour her to enhance their powers. When Wardens from another clan arrive with reports that something is killing both demons and Wardens, Trinity’s world implodes...”
The Minnesota Snow Pirates Series: Books 1-3 by Lasairiona McMaster <— SERIES BUNDLE!!
Alpha Shifters & Mates: Paranormal Romance Box Set by J. S. Striker <— SUPER-BARGAIN BOOK BUNDLE!!
Men of Rocky Mountain: The Complete Collection by Alexis Winter <— SERIES BOOK BUNDLE!! “...Meet the men of Rocky Mountain. Alpha, broken, protective…and down right filthy. These men are the definition of bold, rough, take charge mountain men that will leave you weak in the knees. This collection includes FIVE full-length novels of small town angst, drama and off the charts heat…“

PARANORMAL/FANTASY/SCI-FI/DYSTOPIAN NEW RELEASES:

Dragon Lover: A Dragon Kings Novella by Donna Grant <— THEIR FORBIDDEN UNION!! “...As an Asavori Ranger, Esha has dedicated her life to protecting her people. She trains relentlessly to become one of their best warriors, forsaking everything else. When a treacherous new enemy invades their lands, she vows to destroy it. Esha’s rash decision has her crossing paths with that of a mysterious, handsome outsider. He’s trouble the Rangers don’t need, but she can’t walk away…“
String of Tears (Psychic Visions Book 22) by Dale Mayer
The Fae King’s Assassin: Realm of Dragons and Fae by Alisha Klapheke
The Wolf Is Mine (SWAT Book 13) by Paige Tyler
Charmed to Death: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Magic Happens Series Book 2) by Yasmine Galenorn <— A MAGICAL VIRUS CAUSING BROKEN HEARTS!! “…We discover a full-scale magical virus going on that’s causing broken hearts, fights between jilted lovers, and scandalous affairs everywhere. As we try to figure out what’s going on, one fight leads to murder, and the race is on to discover not only the source of this mayhem, but a cure for what’s ailing the lovelorn of Terameth Lake. And if we don’t move soon, the body count’s going to rise as tempers and infidelities escalate…”
Cat Scratch Murder: A Crystal Beach Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Book 1 – Crystal Beach Magic Mystery Series) by Karen McSpade
Captivate (Knot Their Omega) by E. J. Lawson <— THEY’RE LETTING HER STAY… “…I don’t need a pack. I’m doing just fine on my own. Until one tiny mistake has me perfuming enough to draw every enforcement officer in a ten block radius. I know what awaits me if I go into custody as an unclaimed Omega, so when a blazing hot and surprisingly kind Alpha throws me a life raft, I grab hold with both hands. Only problem? He didn’t exactly clear his claim on me with his pack. They don’t want an Omega…”
Oh Fang! (Undead Ever After Book 2) by Stacey Kennedy
A Panther for Valentine’s: A Holiday Date Romance (Holiday Shifters) by Lisa Daniels
Far From Neverland by Rylee Hale
Winter of the Shadow Fae (Land of the Fae Book 1) by L.P. Dover <— SHE’S THE FUTURE QUEEN HE’S SUPPOSED TO KILL… “…When Kai, the Shadow Fae leader, crosses paths with Ella, he knows it’s his time to strike. Yet things take a shocking turn when he begins too long for the one woman he’s supposed to kill. While passion ignites between the enemies, there is no escaping their fates. Ella is meant to save her people, and Kai has no choice but to end them. A decision must be made… and it could cost them everything…”

CONTEMPORARY NEW RELEASES:

Spare by Prince Harry <— PRINCE HARRY SPILLS THE TEA! And you know I love autobiographies, so I am curious about this one!! “…For the first time, Prince Harry tells his own story, chronicling his journey with raw, unflinching honesty. A landmark publication, Spare is full of insight, revelation, self-examination, and hard-won wisdom about the eternal power of love over grief...”
Black Mist (Corps Justice Book 19) by C. G. Cooper
Protecting Dove (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (Prey Security Book 6) by Jane Blythe and Operation Alpha
The Holiday Reunion (Pine Lake Book 6) by Sage Parker
The Back Nine (40s, Love, and Romance Book 1) by Rachel Blaufeld <— SECOND CHANCE ROMANCE!! “…Now a famous Hollywood producer, Ford makes his own rules. Except when his father becomes gravely ill, he’s forced to come home and runs head-on into the only woman who ever captured his heart. Although Jamie doesn’t remotely resemble the girl he fell for decades ago, his heart doesn’t care. But his mom certainly does…”
A Chance Inheritance: Small Town Southern Romance by Carolyn Brown
Bookshop near the Coast (Blue Heron Cottages Book 3) by Kay Correll
Stay Tonight (Kincaid Brothers Book 3) by Kaylee Ryan
A Long Time Coming by Meghan Quinn <— HE JUST REALIZED HE’S IN LOVE WITH HIS BEST FRIEND & SHE’S GETTING MARRIED!! “…With wedding planning underway and a short timeline, my best friend, Lia, has recruited me to help her battle the snarly beast that is Mrs. Beaver. Not scared at all, I accept the challenge as her man-in-waiting–aka, man of honor–and take matters into my own hands. The only problem is, with every second we draw closer to the wedding, I’m starting to see my best girl in a different light. She’s always been beautiful to me, but now . . . I find myself staring a touch too long. My hand lingering for one more minute. And when she’s upset? Allowing her to sleep in my bed…”
Wild Irish Moon (The Mystic Cove Series Book 12) by Tricia O’Malley
The Bogeyman’s Woman by Sam Crescent
The Hatesick Diaries (St. Mary’s Rebels Book 5) by Saffron A. Kent <— HER EX’S BEST FRIEND!! “…she has a mission: to get back together with her ex-boyfriend. And Echo will be damned if she keeps dreaming about Reign. The guy who not only makes her sick with hate but who also happens to be her ex’s best friend...”
Catch by Kris Bryant
Danger on His Doorstep (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (Heroes in Hardhats Book 9) by LJ Vickery
Twist (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (Salinger Security Book 1) by Naomi McKay
Crushed (Harper Security Ops Book 6) by A.K. Evans
Exes and O’s (The Influencer Series Book 2) by Amy Lea <— SHE’S A STAGE FIVE CLINGER & HE’S HER FIREFIGHTER ROOMMATE!! “…Romance book connoisseur Tara Chen has had her heart broken ten times by ten different men—all of whom dumped her because of her “stage-five clinger” tendencies. Nevertheless, Tara is determined to find The One. The only problem? Classic meet-cutes are dead, thanks to modern dating apps. So Tara decides to revisit her exes in hopes of securing her very own trope-worthy second-chance romance…”
The Third Wish: Sassy Southern Fiction Novella by Carolyn Brown
Shielding Maribel (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (Delta Force – Generation Next Book 5) by Jen Talty
Lunar Love by Lauren Kung Jessen <— SHE’S TAKING OVER HER GRANDMOTHER’S MATCHMAKING SERVICE! “…Liv knows better than to fall for any guy, let alone an infuriatingly handsome one who believes that traditions are meant to be broken. As the two businesses go head to head, Bennett and Liv make a deal: they’ll find a match for each other—and whoever falls in love loses. But Liv is dealing with someone who’s already adept at stealing business ideas . . .”
Ice Burn: A Grumpy Sunshine Sports Romance (Lakeshore U) by L A Cotton
Home Sweet Home (Burgers and Brew Crüe Book 6) by Lacey Black
Intrigue (Brooklet Dreams Book 5) by C.A. Harms
Belle’s King (Silver Spoon Underworld Book 1) by Loni Ree
Billionaire Grump: A Fake Relationship Romantic Comedy by Misha Bell <— SHE APPLIES FOR A JOB & HE’S THE GRUMPY BILLIONAIRE! “…I don’t get the plant care position I applied for, but I do receive an interesting offer. Lucius needs to trick the public (and his grandma) into thinking he’s in a relationship, and I need tuition money to get my botany degree. Our arrangement is mutually beneficial—that is, until I start catching feelings...”
A Bet with a Baron: Regency Romance (Lords of Temptation Book 1) by Tammy Andresen <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE!!
Wicked with Him (Scandalous Brides Book 1) by Heather Boyd <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE!!
My Deceitful Duchess by Aydra Richards <— HISTORICAL ROMANCE!!
Searching for Sophia (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (Mountain Rescue Book 1) by Julia Bright
Shameless: A Forbidden Slight Age Gap New Adult College Sports Romance (Claremont Cougars) by Jennifer Sucevic
Midnight Duet: A Novel by Jen Comfort <— ROCK STAR ROMANCE!! “…she’s inherited a ramshackle opera house in desperate need of some TLC. Erika pours her savings into the building, but it’s not enough to stave off casino developer Raoul Decomte’s avaricious gaze. With foreclosure imminent, she leases the space to some unexpected tenants: a German hair metal band, fronted by glam rock god Christof Daae. Erika is tempted by Christof’s low-slung leather pants—and even more so by his ambitious drive to make Nacht Musik international superstars—but he’s off-limits. The rest of his band thinks he’s still dating their beloved keyboardist, who is conveniently not present on this jaunt…”
Mr. Fake Husband (Alphalicious Billionaires Boss) by Lindsey Hart
Men of PSI: Luke: The Profiler by Stacy Gail
Discovering Tyler (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) (CGS New York Rescue Book 1) by E.M. Shue
A Legitimate Date: A Friends to Lovers Contemporary sweet Romance (The Billionaires’ Reunion Book 1) by Rose Fresquez
Savage Sins: A Dark Mafia Romance (Bale’s Villainous Tales Book 1) by Sarah Bale <— HE’S MARRIED TO HER BEST FRIEND! “…The one man I can never have. The one man I shouldn’t want. He gets everything he desires. But that doesn’t include me. So why do I keep finding myself alone with him? It would be so simple to give in to him, except for one thing. He’s married to my best friend. Too bad my heart doesn’t care...”
The Rom-Com Agenda: A Novel by Jayne Denker
The Tech (Long Con Adventures) by Amy Lane <— M/M ROMANCE!!
The Hues of Me and You by Morgan Lee Miller <— F/F ROMANCE!!
Love and Lattes by Karis Walsh <— F/F ROMANCE!!
The Hunt in Elusion : A Cinderella Mafia Romance (Fractured Ever Afters Book 1) by M.L. Philpitt <— THE PRINCE IS ACTUALLY A CONTROLLING VILLAIN! “…For Della Lambert, real life is disappointing. Real life means working for her stepfather in exchange for her and her sister’s freedom. Attend the party, steal their secrets, and lure the mafia prince in. Nico Corsetti isn’t a prince though. He’s the callous Underboss who hunts his prey until he’s satisfied in his vengeance. When Della becomes his target, he won’t stop chasing her, even when her betrayal demands her death. In the end, real life isn’t a fairy tale and the prince is simply another controlling villain…”
Protecting Yanira (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) by Keke Renée
Worth the Risk: A Small Town Age-Gap Sports Romance (Lake Spark Book 1) by Evey Lyon
Stax (Malicious Monks MC Book 6): MC Romance Enemies To Lovers (Malicious Monks MC (MC Romance Club Series)) by Autumn Summers

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A Long Time Coming by Meghan Quinn
Spare by Prince Harry
Exes and O’s (The Influencer Series Book 2) by Amy Lea
Lunar Love by Lauren Kung Jessen
Billionaire Grump: A Fake Relationship Romantic Comedy by Misha Bell
Crushed (Harper Security Ops Book 6) by A.K. Evans
The Third Wish: Sassy Southern Fiction Novella by Carolyn Brown
Ice Burn: A Grumpy Sunshine Sports Romance (Lakeshore U) by L A Cotton
Midnight Duet: A Novel by Jen Comfort

PREORDERS (going live soon!!! 😀 )

Breaking All The Rules by Amy Andrews – January 24th 2023
In Her Highlander’s Bed: A Novel (Highland Brides Book 11) by Lynsay Sands – January 24th 2023
Blush by Helen Hardt – January 24th 2023
Recovery Road (Torpedo Ink Book 8) by Christine Feehan – 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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Reader Favorites – Angie’s Best Books of 2022 List

January 9, 2023 By Maryse 7 Comments

Another “Best Of” list by a fellow reader, and it’s a first for her, here, too!!!! YAY ANGIE!!! I’m delighted with this! She’s been with us since 2017 (so many of her book favorites are also mine!!!). This may be her first list with us, but I feel like we’re reading twins already! Anytime is the right time for a reader favorites list, so no better time than now!

Let’s get to know her, from her past comments, shall we?

My favorite military hero is a relative of mine. His name was Samuel Major Sampler and was awarded the Medal of Honor presented to him by President Kennedy for his actions in World War l. The story is online and can be found easily. He was armed with German (enemy) grenades. He ran forward under heavy enemy fire using the enemy’s grenades killing 2 enemy soldiers which caused the machine guns to go silent. He got 28 German soldiers to surrender. They were sent to the end of the line as prisoners and his ”company” was able to keep advancing.

My husband’s father loved limericks. So when we dated he would read me limericks from his dad’s limerick book. I still to this day remember the one about Nantucket and bombas.

One of my favorite kick-ass heroine’s is Katniss from The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.

My favorite marriage is in trouble book is The Ground Rules by Roya Carmen, or really any of the books in this trilogy (The Rule Breakers). There is so much angst! I found myself not knowing who I wanted Mirella to end up with, her husband or the guy she was having an affair with. I highly recommend this series if you have not read it.

Heartbreak warfare by Kate Stewart is my favorite martial strife book.

…one of my favorite things. Finding an amazing trilogy that is already complete. No waiting in between books. I will be able to read them one after the other. 📚

I would have to say Zsadist in J.R. Wards Lover Awakened or Knight by Kristen Ashley is my favorite antihero book. I’ve not read very many antihero books. …Z is definitely in my top 10. ✔️

My favorite motorcycle book, which is also the first motorcycle book I’ve read, is Motorcycle Man by… Kristen Ashley. Followed closely by Reaper’s Property by Joanna Wylde.

My favorite dessert is watergate cake (pistachio flavored cake, YUM!). It was hard to only pick one, there are so many delicious desserts to pick from. 🍰 <— (side note from Maryse: OHHHHH I have never heard if this!!! YUM!!!)

My favorite band is Metallica. …One of the songs I been listening to lately is by Faith No More, We care a lot, or Metallica’s Jump in the Fire. 🔥 My favorite rockstar book is, Backstage by Olivia Cunning. 📖 <— (side note from Maryse: a metal head after my own heart!!)

Kate Stewart. She’s a great author. I have enjoyed every book I’ve read of hers.

Kristen Ashley (another favorite author) …I’m a huge Kristen Ashley fan.

The Too Far series by Abbi Glines is at the top of my list for second chance romance.

Playing for Keeps (Neighbor from Hell #1) by R.L. Mathewson, Bully by Penelope Douglas, Fallen too Far by Abbi Glines, or Rule by Jay Crownover are a few of my favorite enemies to lovers books.

Broken by Jordan Silver is one of my favorite insta love stories (I really can’t pick just one)…

My favorite sports romance book has to be Sweet Home by Tillie Cole.

My favorite celebrity story is either Eversea by Natasha Boyd (I highly recommend this book if you have not read it) or Love Unscripted by Tina Reber. …I don’t have a celebrity crush, but so do enjoy a good book about one. 📖

I would still like to request that the “celebrity trying to hide from fans & then the “meet cute” book list be made. If possible. I would definitely look at it for book suggestions. 📚 🐛

Maryse: I’m on it, Angie. This would be a dream list!!!!! 😀

And now… her 2022 Favorites!!

Hi Maryse,

I’ve gotten so many great recommendations from your blog.

As soon as I read of your love for the book Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire I knew that I had found someone with similar tastes in literature. I’ve been a fan of your blog for the past 10 years. I don’t comment all that often, but I always check your blog at least once a week for book suggestions. I figured it’s about time I participate in the favorite books of the year lists.

I look forward to reading the “best books of the year” lists every year to get more recommendations on what to read next. Maybe this year I’ll start the list as I’m reading the books instead of going back and looking at the books I’ve read. Which is what I’ve just done.

On average I read 2-3 books a week so that is a lot to go back through. I didn’t know if you just wanted the list or the list with a little commentary so I included both. Feel free to use whatever you want.

Thanks for all the work you put into your blog! I really do enjoy it. See the best books 2022 list below ⬇️.
Thanks,
Angie Walker

Best books of 2022 by Angie Walker

1 – The Naked Fisherman by Jewel E Ann

Angie: Anything I’ve read by Jewel E. Ann I have loved. This love story does not disappoint. Well, actually that’s not true. I was totally disappointed with the ending of this book, but fortunately it was not the end of the story. Jewel E. Ann is soooo good at that!

Rochelle: Oh My, just finished The Naked Fisherman and The Lost Fisherman. Soooo good. I want more!

2 – The Lost Fisherman by Jewel E. Ann

Angie: This book picks up about 5 years after the end of “The Naked Fisherman” with Reese having previously been engaged and Fisher having just gotten engaged. Reese just moved back to Colorado to start her career as a midwife when Fisher is in a motorcycle accident. When Fisher regains consciousness at the hospital he is having memory issues. He does not remember his fiancé, employees, or even Reese. This accident ends up change the course of his and Reese life forever. P.S. I loved the ending of this book.

MichelleS: I just binge read The Naked Fisherman & The Lost Fisherman. How did I miss Jewel E Ann books? …I loved them! Of course.

3 – Reminders of Him Colleen Hoover

Angie: Colleen is an amazing writer with her books taking twist and turns you never expect. You always end up loving the characters who are so flawed, but beautifully written that you can’t help but root for them in the end. If you have not read anything (as in any book she has ever written) by Colleen Hoover I highly recommend making this book or any of her books one of your next reads.

Cristina: My #1 at the moment is Reminders of Him from Colleen Hoover. That one is still with me.

4 – Crux Untamed (Hades Hangman book 6) by Tillie Cole

Angie: I’m eagerly awaiting the rest of the books in this series. I was hooked on Tillie Cole books from the moment I started reading Rome and haven’t looked back since.

5 – Scandalized by Ivy Owens

Angie: This was the first book I’ve read by Ivy Owens and it did not disappoint. It’s a love story about former childhood friends and an older brother who reconnect many years later. One who has become a famous actor and another who now is an investigative reporter who lives become entangled in more ways than just romantically. After reading this I’ll be keeping an eye out for any more Ivy Owens books.

Kathy: I’ve been wanting to read Scandalized by Ivy Owens and it is now on KU! Yeah!!

6 – Juniper Hill (The Edens) by Devney Perry

Angie: I’ve only read a couple of books by Devney Perry but each one I’ve read I’ve been instantly swept up in. This book was no different. It’s the second book in The Edens series, but the first one I read. I know! I did that wrong, but it still was a great book.

There were a couple of nights I stayed up until 2 or 3 am reading this. Some books just do that to you.

7 – Broken French by Natasha Boyd

Angie: I really only read this book because I loved another series by this author Eversea (I highly recommend this series if you’ve not read it). Josie was hoping to get a promotion at her architectural firm, but ends up leaving the firm when she realizes that there is no promotion, not now or ever. She ends up taking a last minute job as a nanny in the South of France and her life will be never the same. If you lose love once that doesn’t mean love cannot or will not happen again.

J.R.: I was so invested in this story staying up way too late for a few nights in a row to finish it. I wanted to live in it – or at least visit the places they did while cruising around the Mediterranean on a billionaire’s yacht (even if he was a bit too grumpy). 4.5*

Mony: I also loved this one. Lovely sensual slow burn romance between widowed, young French billionaire, Xavier, and young American Josie, whom he hires as a teacher/nanny. The story takes place on his yacht sailing the Mediterranean…Xavier is sexy, gorgeous, and closed off…lots of sexual tension. 🙂 5+★

8 – The Other Half of the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

Angie: I loved reading this book from Bones perspective.

9 – This Woman by Jodi Ellen Malpas

Angie: I became an instant Jodi Ellen Malpas fan after reading This Man many years ago. I recommended it to all my friends who also liked to read. It was so much fun reading this book from Jesse’s perspective.

10 – All Rhodes Lead Here Mariana Zapata

Angie: This is a slow burn romance with a great ending. It has the hot older, grumpy single father and an adorable son who ends up renting the spare house on the property with out his dad’s knowledge. Until Aurora (a song writer who recently divorced her famous ex who she wrote all of his songs for) shows up wanting to check in. Tobias (the hot dad) reluctantly agrees to let her stay with conditions. The story just gets better from there. If you’ve read any Mariana Zapata stories before you’ll enjoy this one too.

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Monday Early Bird Book Releases – 01-09-2023

January 9, 2023 By Maryse 28 Comments

HAPPY MONDAY!! A NEW WEEK AHEAD OF US, & this new year is in fullllll swing! Kids are back to school, life is back to normal, and we are back to business. I already miss the Holidays. I miss Halloween, too.

THREE THINGS:

1.) I spent a super quiet weekend just regrouping, and took down the Christmas stuff on Three Kings Day (January 6). Watched a ton of football yesterday & slept through some of it (afternoon naps in front of the tv is my favorite), but I’m really dying to marathon watch (or look forward to watching) an amazing series. So…

2.) I’m looking for recommendations for series to devour. I like thrillers, and scary stuff, but also enjoy “based on true story” stuff. Have any must-see favorites? I’ve seen all of Yellowstone up to now… so not that one. Also watched the latest Dahmer one, and that had me hooked too. So not that one.

3.) I feel like I have all sorts of stuff to do. My to-do list is never ending. All sorts of little mini-fires to put out or finalize. *sigh* Adulting is hard! 😂

LOOK WHAT JUST WENT LIVE !!!

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The Muse: a standalone MM paranormal romance (Angels and Demons Book 2) by Emma Scott <— EMMA SCOTT ALERT!! CAN BE READ AS A STANDALONE!! “…Cole Matheson didn’t think the road to being a successful painter would be paved in gold, but he hoped there’d be a few less potholes. Insidious self-doubt that whispers that he’s no good, talentless, hopeless has him on the brink of despair. Maybe it would be better to just give up. A midnight visitation by a beautiful creature of darkness changes everything…”
Destroy Me (Corrupted Royals) by Michelle Heard
Second Chance Hex: A Short Story in the Witches of Willistown by Kym Grosso
Scandals of an Earl’s Daughter (The Duchess’s Investigative Society Book 8) by Samantha Holt
Auctioned To The Pack Alpha by Olivia T. Turner <— HE’S TAKING HER! “...I won’t allow any girls to be sold against their will. Not on my property. That’s when I see her on stage. I know immediately she’s my mate. My inner grizzly does too. Although, we seem to be the only ones who know this girl is off limits because the other men are bidding on her. In a few seconds, they’ll know she belongs to me no matter who has the winning bid. I’m taking her…“
Knight (Silver Saints MC) by Fiona Davenport
Heartache Duet: Heartache and Hope & First and Forever (Heartache Duet series) by Jay McLean
Claimed By My Billionaire Ex: A Brother’s Best Friend Secret Baby Romance (The Boston Billionaires) by Ruby Emhart
A Tune to Make Them Follow (The Severed Realms) by T.A. Lawrence <— CAN BE READ AS A STANDALONE! “…Kidnapped as a child for her connection with the Old Magic—the one that grants her the ability to enchant others with her music—Piper knows good and well the rules of the Coup, the underground organization intent on bringing down the fae regime. As the Coup’s first “recruiter,” she’s supposed to take the strong, the good-boned, the clever, the healthy. Except Piper doesn’t always do what she’s supposed to…”
Big, Bad & Broken: Everything’s Bigger in Texas by Kameron Claire
Lured: An Arranged Marriage Forced Proximity Romance (A Billionaire’s Secrets Book 1) by Simone Fox
Next-Door Incubus (Becoming Lust Book 1) by Emilia Rose
These Bitter Blooms by Emma Hamm <— HE KNOWS HE WANTS TO MARRY HER! “…Thea was not blessed with power. Her gift of devouring plants and absorbing their hidden abilities does not make her stand out among her peers. Until a young man from the other side of the river sees something in her that no one else has seen before. When his family mercilessly strikes at her pride, he makes a point to ease the sting. Alistair is not like his family. He has no interest in magic or wealth. He can see through the veil of the world into the faerie realm, and that has no use in his family. He never understood the desire to write to the girl across the river, but she turns his world of grey into a life of color...”
Feral Instincts (Inner Beast Series Book 1) by Stephanie Storm
Focusing on the Cowboy (Grumpy Cowboys) by Daisy Landish
Doc Showmance: An enemies-to-lovers veterinary RomCom by Zoe Forward <— HE’S THE SEXY TV VET & SHE’S THE SNARKY EMERGENCY VET ON A REALITY TV SHOW! “…When asked to fake a romance with him on TV to boost my ER show’s ratings, I want to say no-way, but the extra money will pay off my brother’s loan shark debt. Even though Ian broke my heart, playing his love interest shouldn’t be hard, especially if it means getting to watch him squirm. Lines get blurred when the TV setups stop feeling fake…”
Pricked Armor (Under My Skin Book 4) by Mica Rae
A Hybrid’s Salvation (Book 3 of The Last Three Hybrids) by Anne T. Thyssen
Saved By The Bride: How far would you go to save your town? (Wedding Fever Trilogy Book 1) by Fiona Lowe
Running on Empty: A Sweet Romantic Comedy (Road Trip to Love Book 3) by Ash Keller <— SHE’S HIDING IN A HORROR AUTHOR’S CAMPER!! “...Horror writer Paul Arken may be the best thing to happen to the genre since Stephen King, but he has a secret: he’s suffering from a mean case of writer’s block. When his agent suggests he take a cross-country road trip to look for inspiration, he jumps at the opportunity. But he never expected to find a runaway bride hiding in his camper or to become the subject of a nationwide manhunt…”
Bartholomew (Empire Book 1) by Penelope Sky
Marriage Of The Heir (Book 1): An Arranged Marriage Romance (Book One Of The Royal Heir’s Series) by Josey Mood
Marriage Of The Heir (Book 2): An Arranged Marriage Romance (Book Two of The Royal Heir’s Series) by Josey Mood