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Title: 5 Rounds
Author: Nikki Castle
Release Date: July 16, 2021
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Trope: Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Sports Romance
Synopsis:
She's a feisty workaholic that hates his guts.
He's an arrogant MMA fighter that can't afford any distractions.
This isn't the kind of fight they're used to...
When Remy is suddenly evicted from her apartment, her best friend offers to let her crash at his house while he's traveling for work. The only problem is, she can't stand his roommate, Tristan. Now, they're stuck living together for 10 days. But after the tension breaks with one very steamy night, and then again, and again… they're forced to reexamine their long-standing enemy relationship.
While Remy struggles with her developing feelings for a notorious womanizer, Tristan has to decide if his feelings for Remy are worth it, or if they'll distract him from his longtime goal of becoming a world champion. To make matters worse, their deadline is looming because Remy is moving out soon.
Will they risk their hearts and let themselves fall in love? Or will they go back to hating each other before they've even had a chance to be together?
Nikki Castle is a 29 year old wife and bulldog mom who writes steamy love stories about alpha MMA fighters and the women that melt their badass, playboy hearts. She spends her days working for a technology company and her evenings running a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) gym with her husband, who is also a retired fighter.
Nikki has been writing in one way or another since she was a teenager. She pursued an English and Philosophy degree in college, and finally decided to sit down and fulfill her longtime dream of writing an entire novel when quarantine began in 2020.
Two men. One is perfect, the other… not so much. How do you choose between the man that you should be with and the man you want?
What does a marriage proposal, a bout of projectile vomiting and a psychic reading all have in common? Nothing unless your name is Olive Russo.
Olive has always done the right thing at the right time for the right reasons but when a psychic tells her she needs to choose a new path to her true destiny, she drops everything and runs away to the idyllic Mediterranean resort town of Bodrum, Turkey.
Pulled in two very different directions, Olive needs to decide between Luca Oriati, the man that she has loved her entire life and the arrogantly bitter but still gorgeous-as-all-hell, Deniz Yilmaz.
Pomegranates and Olive is the feel-good romantic comedy that will make you root for love, laugh out loud, and reminds you to chase your own destiny. This is a stand alone, interconnected series. No cliffhangers. HEA guaranteed.
Jane GΓΌndoΔan grew up on the northern beaches of Sydney, Australia but after years of boring office work threw in the towel and, after a rather dramatic sea-change, now lives in Mersin, Turkey. And in case you’re wondering if her raunchy novels are based on real life, the answer is gawd no, because according to Jane, her love life is about as romantic as sour milk.
As well as being a loudmouth, Jane is also a part-time comedian (in her own mind), self-indulgent blogger and all-round total badass. When not running around being the complete package, Jane can usually be found relaxing on her terrace with her ginger cat, watching the sun go down with a glass (or bottle) of red wine. The red wine also helps her morph into a Madonna-esque power ballad diva although this has never been officially verified.
Leigh Lennon is joining us to share the re-release of her contemporary series, UNBREAKABLE. She is excited to reintroduce this emotional series of personal, heartfelt stories to new readers. Check it out and be sure to grab your copy of the series today!
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Justine:I never will get my happy ending. With my past threatening to ruin the possibility of love in my future, I keep every man at arm’s length. Nick appears out of thin air, becoming a part of my life instantly, leaving me breathless and wanting more. The pain that haunts me is still present, but Nick is worth the risk. When he promises me forever; can I trust him?Nick:Justine makes me see that a forever is in reach with her. She keeps telling me she is hard to love; yet I find it quite easy. Once I break down her walls, she finally lets me in. But, I have a secret of my own which can expose her to the demons that destroyed me in the past. However, with Justine, I will do anything and everything to make her mine.Content Warning: Certain passages in this novel contain depictions of sexual abuse.
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Rose:One night was all I could offer to a man I barely knew. I intended to return to my perfectly planned life, but now he is back and with him the reminder of the irrefutable connection we shared.It’s still there.I crave him.One night may unravel my perfect plans as I find myself at a crossroad between security and desire.Brody:One night, that was all she could give me. Yet here I am back in her life as fate has intervened. When I first saw her in that form-fitting red silky dress,I was captivated.She owns my heart.As I set out to make her mine, she has to choose between her past and future. I don’t think I will survive if her choice isn't me.
EmmaA baby is all I've ever wanted.After almost dying on the operating table,I despise everything about motherhood,especially the little girl I brought into this world.It makes me sound awful; hell; I am awful.How can I make myself fall in love with a babyI feel no attachment to?TylerI don’t recognize my wife anymore.When I thought I might lose Emma during our baby’s delivery;she survived only to reject the baby I love so much.When I hold this baby, I fully understand unconditional love.How do I make the woman I love want this little girl I would move heaven and earth for.
I am a woman who loves to share all my imaginary friends with the world.My characters become as real to me as those I call family.I am a girl, who loves pretty nails, spikey hair and large earrings.Coffee and wine call to me daily, depending on the time of the day.I am a mom first and foremost and my kids are the breath of my life.I met my husband while serving in the military and I am proud to say he's kicked cancer's ass!I write real life issues that reflect a little of my own little world.My family tolerates the seventh member of our family, my computer, as I lug this vital piece everywhere I go.
Publication: June 8th 2021 by Red Adept
Publishing
Genre:Small town romance
Mitchell Sorrow
wallows in a major funk after his decades-long crush leaves town for good.
Intent on powering through, he throws himself into his work as an EMT at
Smithville Regional Hospital. He’ll steer clear of women, especially those who
love their careers more than people.
Jackie Myers, chief development officer at a hospital association, is
determined to climb the corporate ladder. The best way to do that is to show
upper management she’s capable of making tough decisions, such as closing a
fledgling rural hospital. When she’s assigned to visit Smithville under the
guise of writing an article about small-town life, she’ll easily assess how
dire the hospital situation really is.
After suffering an allergic reaction at the fall festival, Jackie blabs the
true reason for her visit. Desperate to save the hospital, Mitch agrees to a
deal. In exchange for keeping her secret, he gets one week to convince her the
hospital is essential. But the more time they spend together, the more
complicated things become. Mitch begins to open his heart, and Jackie’s
decision becomes nearly impossible. He may never forgive her, and she’ll lose
the only guy who can take her breath away – no Epi pen required.
My Thoughts…On a hot summer
day I was looking for something to read that would take me to a fun and easy-going
place with some down to earth, real characters.Cindy Dorminy wrote the perfect small-town
romance for me to enjoy.I loved the
cute and quaint setting of Smithsville and the wonderful sense of
community.The way the town opened
their arms to Jackie, a stranger, and welcomed her into their homes, jobs, and
lives gave me hope that Jackie would feel the pull of Smithsville.The Stud of Smithville also gave me HUGE
hopes that Jackie would find the acceptance, love, and support that she did not
realize she was needing.
In a Nutshell
was a quick, fun, and easy book to read.The story flowed quickly and there were not many surprises.The story read just as a small-town romance
should.The city girl comes to town not
looking to stay, meets an amazing man who wins her heart, and falls in love
with the small-town making her want to never leave.I loved that the characters were easy to
relate to, easy to remember, and easy to like.
Jackie and
Mitchell’s story was the perfect escape.I recommend picking up your own copy and meeting the wonderful people of
Smithsville.
**Thank you
RedAdept for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Meet Cindy
Dorminy…After several decades of writing medical research documents,
Cindy decided to switch gears and write stories where the chances of happy
endings are 100% and the side effects include satisfied sighs, permanent
smiles, and a chuckle or two. She writes romance novels with a slice of
humor that range from historical romance to southern fried romantic
comedies. Her light adult romances are published through Red Adept Publishing.
She is represented by Bonnie Swanson (The Purcell Agency) for her young
adult projects.
Cindy was born
in Texas and raised in Georgia. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from
Kennesaw State University and her Master’s Degree from The University of
Georgia. Cindy enjoys gardening, reading, bodybuilding and a whole bunch
of movies. She can be overheard quoting lines from her favorite movies… a
lot. But her favorite pastime is spending time with Mark, her bass
playing husband, Maddie Rose, the coolest girl on the planet, and mini-dachsie,
Jethro.
She currently
resides in Nashville, TN where live music can be heard everywhere, even at the
grocery store.
A theme park “princess” meets a single dad…who turns out to be a real prince!
Enjoy the delightful royal romance from acclaimed author Teri Wilson and Hallmark Publishing.
Lacey found her dream job: playing a princess character at a popular fairytale theme park in sunny southern Florida. Her diamond tiara might not be real, but the smiles of the children she meets every day certainly are. It’s just too bad that her ex-boyfriend was never impressed with her career choice.
Henry, the crown prince of Bella-Moritz, is trying to fulfill his young daughter’s birthday wish: to be a normal girl with a normal life. That’s why they’re pretending to be ordinary tourists at an American amusement park. Henry lost his wife four years ago, and he’s been going through the motions ever since. But could a meeting with a make-believe princess lead to real love?
This enchanting romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe.
Teri Wilson is a Publishers Weekly bestselling author of heartwarming, whimsical contemporary romance. Three of Teri's books have been adapted into Hallmark Channel Original Movies by Crown Media, including UNLEASHING MR. DARCY (plus its sequel MARRYING MR. DARCY), THE ART OF US and NORTHERN LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS, based on her book SLEIGH BELL SWEETHEARTS. She is also a recipient of the prestigious RITA Award for excellence in romantic fiction for her novel THE BACHELOR'S BABY SURPRISE. Teri has a major weakness for cute animals, pretty dresses and Audrey Hepburn films, and she loves following the British royal family. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Twitter @TeriWilsonauthr.
Adam and Everly have both experienced their fair share of love and heartbreak, but when the two find themselves consumed by the other, the differences between the two are a constant reminder of how they don’t fit. For these two, is age just a number, or will it be the downfall of a well-deserved happily ever after? Readers will devour this silver fox romance featuring one sexy older dad next door. Fall in love with your next book boyfriend with His Moonflower by TK Cherry, the next book in the Single Dad’s Romance series.
At forty-three,I've experienced my fair share of love and even betrayal.
That very same heartbreak gave me the gift of two adolescent boys, and I owe it to them to be a good example.
But the proverbial girl next door has captured my attention and has me craving things I shouldn't want. Not with Everly. It’s almost shameful how much of my headspace is consumed by someone half my age.
EVERLY
I may be young, but I'm no stranger to failed relationships and heartbreak. In fact, the last time I fell in love, it almost killed me.
But everything about Adam, the sexy and much older man next door, draws me in. I don't care that he's nearly twice my age or that he has two young sons. I would do just about anything to make him mine.
Can I convince him that age is just a number, or will he shut me out because he's also my uncle's good friend?
Medical school might've been a more practical option for me over business school because I'm a very sick man. I should be in therapy, or maybe even prison, for all the despicable thoughts consuming me over the past three years.
Why does she leave the blinds wide open like that at night?
Doesn't she know I can see right inside her bedroom?
I spot the white wireless earbuds tucked into Everly's ears, revealing the reason her upper body sways silently as she folds laundry on the bed. She's dressed in nothing but a borderline translucent white camisole and teeny, pale blue panties. The shadows of dark circles up top and the plump skin teasing me from between her crossed legs below makes me wild inside. Suddenly, she takes a break from folding, rises, and starts dancing on the floor.
Sweet mother of…
It's a seductive expression of a sound that only she hears. I wish I knew what she was dancing to. For now, my imagination plays "I Touch Myself" by Divinyls in order to occupy the quiet space on my side of the window and drown out my breathing. Even though the song playing inside my head gives the perfect tempo for her sexy little shimmy, something dawns on me.
She wasn't even born when that song came out.
Shit! Close the fucking window, Holt!
My insides are shouting at me like the viewing audience warning a woman not to trudge through the woods in a horror film. But like her, I don't listen. I don't know what it will take for me to stop obsessing over this young girl next door—rather, young woman. But still… She's young.
I'm old enough to be her father.
Will Dan have to kick my ass?
Having my bedroom window facing hers surpasses cruel and unusual punishment. I could choose to sleep in a different bedroom. I could also stop peeking through the blinds at night, stealing glimpses of her magnificent body. Instead, I'm like an alcoholic taking refuge in a wine cellar. She is Aphrodite, and I'm a eunuch being seduced by her nightly. Touching Everly is simply out of the question.
How old is she now? Twenty-one?
No matter… She's way too young for me.
I've seen young guys from the neighborhood flocking there over the years, mainly to flirt with her and her cousin, Renchel. For me, Everly was the one who always stood out. She's beautiful, with distinct features that became more refined as she got older. For the life of me, I don't understand why boys aren't breaking down her door.
About TK Cherry
You can take the girl out of Detroit, but you’ll never take Detroit out of this girl.
For TK Cherry, it’s pop—not soda, and Tim Hortons over everything else.
Born and raised in The Motor City, TK now enjoys little or no winters in the Carolinas. By day, she’s a spreadsheet whiz and frequent flyer. By night, she lives for keeping her loyal readers on the edge of their seats with steamy tales of happily ever after.
Seven single dads, all from different walks of life and doing the best they can to raise their children - are ready to make you fall in love.
From the celebrity dad just trying to protect the ones he loves from the spotlight...to the silver fox who's out to prove it's never too late to have a family of your own - this single dads collection guarantees to bring you a whole lot of love and of course, a happily ever after.
Look no further, your next book boyfriend is here!
THE WICKED AFTERMATH is an emotionally gripping story of love, loss, and hope, with a rich and entrancing happily ever after. Set on the sandy shores of Cape Cod, the Wickeds feature fiercely protective heroes, strong heroines, and unbreakable family bonds. If you think bikers are all the same, you haven't met the Dark Knights. The Dark Knights are a motorcycle club, not a gang. Their members stick together like family and will stop at nothing to keep their communities safe. Some of the Wickeds’ love stories will be hilariously fun and deeply emotional, others will tear at your heartstrings and include injections of humor, but they will all leave you wishing you could climb between the pages and join them. All Wicked novels may be enjoyed as standalone romances.
When the person you blame for your grief is the only one who can save you from the pain...
Tank Wicked lost his sister and has since vowed to save everyone else in his path. He lives by the creed of the Dark Knights motorcycle club, sworn to protect and respect his community. He selflessly saves lives as a volunteer firefighter and treats the men and women who work for him at his tattoo shop like family. But life isn’t a balance scale where good deeds negate bad things to come, and one foggy night life guts Tank once again. When a car careens over the side of a bridge and into a river, Tank springs into action, plunging into the water to rescue the passengers. Four people go into the river, but only three come out alive.
Leah Yates is just trying to make it through each day. When the man she blames for her grief becomes the only one who can pull her from the depths of despair, she discovers that even hope comes at a price. Maybe this time she won't have to face it alone.
**CONTENT WARNING: Due to mature content, recommended for readers aged 18+**
Crazy, Wicked Love (releasing 23rd March 2022) Wicked Lucky
Wicked Temptations
My Thoughts… This book will rip your heart out in
chapter two and the slowly put it back together with a 2 step forward 1 step
back setup. There is death, friendship,
family, and love along with a couple triggers that some people may not like to
read about. I never thought about
stopping reading since I knew that Melissa Foster would not leave me hurting,
she would put it all together and make it be okay.
The Wicked Aftermath is part of the Wicked: Dark Knights series and I knew that Tank had
a history that would tear most men apart.
Luckily, Tank is not just any man.
He is a man with strength, a heart, and honor. When Leah is trying to keep her life
together, he steps in, going above and beyond to help her find her way. Tank can be scary and intimidating but his
teddy bear side shined through with Leah and her girls.
I am so thrilled with this entire book. I loved that it was not all romance and
mushy. It was tough, it was hard, but
it was true love, soul mates, together forever.
The Wicked Family never breaks a promise and Tank is pure proof of this
statement.
Audible narrated by Lance Greenfield and Jennifer Mack coming soon!
"Melissa Foster is synonymous with sexy, swoony, heartfelt romance!" - NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely
"You can always rely on Melissa Foster to deliver a story that's fresh, emotional and entertaining. Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" - NYT Bestseller Brenda Novak
"Melissa Foster writes worlds that draw you in, with strong heroes and brave heroines surrounded by a community that makes you want to crawl right on through the page and live there." - NYT bestseller Julia Kent
Also available in The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside series
A Little Bit Wicked
A captivatingly funny and deeply emotional new standalone romance by New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster. When the Dark Knights at Bayside and the cast of Bayside Summers collide, sparks fly, and trouble—or maybe love—is not far behind. What do a cocky biker and a businesswoman who has sworn off dating bad boys have in common? According to Chloe Mallery, not much.
Justin came into the Wicked family after a harsh upbringing by a thieving father. He’s gone through a lot to become a true Wicked, and he’s made them proud. Now he’s ready to show the woman he loves exactly what type of man he is. But Chloe Mallery has worked hard to move past her difficult upbringing, and she’s wary of getting involved with a man who looks like he’s walked right out of it. When tragedy strikes, will their trying pasts draw them together, or will Justin’s protective nature be too much for Chloe’s independent heart to accept?
Crazy, Wicked Love
Scorching heat, laugh-out-loud humor, and swoon-worthy moments abound in this sexy new standalone romance. No cheating. No cliffhangers. Guaranteed to melt panties and leave readers hopelessly in love with the sinfully delicious Wickeds.
Can you handle DWAYNE WICKED?
He’s the ultimate player. She wants him to teach her the game in hopes of scoring his cousin. Practices heat up as roommates become teammates and rules are broken. Let the wicked fun begin…
No cheating. No cliffhangers. Guaranteed to melt panties and leave readers hopelessly in love with the sinfully delicious Wickeds.
And don't miss RIVER OF LOVE, the first story in which the Whiskeys were introduced!
About the author
Melissa Foster is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and women’s fiction 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, the perfect beach reads for contemporary romance and women’s fiction lovers who enjoy reading about loyal, wealthy heroes and smart, sassy heroines with complex relatable issues.
Melissa also writes sweet romance under the pen name Addison Cole.
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