A great beach read set in . . . a beach house! I enjoyed reading this book, while a little cheesy sometimes, it was a fun read. The blurb was absolutely correct in saying "a gorgeous, feel good romance that will have you hooked"! The added bonus of a secret diary hiding a huge secret made it very interesting, as well.

Thanks to Bookouture and Net Galley for providing me with a free e-galley in exchange for an honest, unbiased opinion.

WITH GOOD INTENTIONS by Jo Huddleston
Wanted to read this book because I like how the author describes everything in such detail she makes you feel you are there.
This one starts out with William Wentworth of his father's development company and he's been sent down to Conroy, Alabama and it's the year 1959. There is just one ice cream shop owned by women who won't sell so the company can remake the whole area around the college town.
Story also follows Jean Stewart and her mother who own and run the ice cream shop. William arrives in town and gives her an alias name and does overhear their money troubles while dining at the hotel lounge one night...
He listens to her story and dreams and knows what he can do to make it all right but will she ever forgive him for lying about his name and why he's in town?
Clean romance and think another book for a series could be written about their lives today or their kids lives and how the town grew over the years.
I was given the book by the author via Book Fun (The Book Club Network) and this is my honest review

Beth was offered a job with Rocco who was a celebrity chef. Rocco owns a restaurant and is best friends with a famous guitarist Zac Stranger and Rocco has an on and off relationship with supermodel Pandora. Beth liked being a temp then she could choose the jobs she wanted to take. Beth had just finished a contract with a globe trotting CEO from Investment Bank which consisted of twelve hour days and no real time for herself. Beth’s live in boyfriend broke up with her they had been together five years. Beth had never had the great depth of love her ex Martin had for her. Lexi was Beth’s sister and had accepted the job with Rocco for Beth. Even though Beth was feeling down and thought about taking some time off. Sarah was a PA and rocco said the contract would be for three months. Beth would be keeping track of what Rocco should be doing and when. Sarah goes to Rocco’s country estate as that is where she is to work. As time goes on Sarah tries to hide her growing passion for Rocco.

This was an enjoyable story as well as well written. It was predictable but still a good read. I enjoyed the back and forth between Rocco and Sarah. I also laughed while reading this. This was one of those stories that just makes you feel good although not really very realistic. It was an easy read. Some of the story does seem a little rushed. But I did feel the insecurities Sarah felt were very justified. This story had a good plot. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of the story. I recommend.

I received an ARC of this  story for an honest review.

Title: The Good Mistress: A Billionaire Romance
Author: Amarie Avant
Publisher: Indie Sage
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"The Good Mistress: A Billionaire Romance" by Amaire Avant

My Thoughts...

This author really knows how to keep your attention and this was definitely one good read. When I first started reading i wasn't for sure where and how the story was going but being the avid reader that I couldn't stop reading this intriguing romance that even had some mystery to it with all of its twist and turns. The heroine and hero in the story...Mila and Blake are quite a interesting pair from the very beginning with all of the drama that lasted all the way to the end of this story. What will happen when Mila meets Blake? I liked how this author brought in the secondary characters into the story being so well developed, portrayed, defined and even very believable. All of this helped give the story one interesting intriguing read. So, what is the story about? Man meets a woman at her fiance's funeral...and this story will take off from there. There are so many facets to this story....from a funeral, hot seamy sex, [siblings...sisters, parents, friends], a murder, lies to even some interesting secrets that will come to light. Now, I will stop here and just say to get it all you will have to pick up "The Good Mistress" and see for yourself how well this author brings out this incredible story so well to the readers. You will get a well rounded and a well written writing style that will keep you on the edge of your seat turning the pages to see what will be happening next. In the end will Mila and Blake get what they truly want from each other? Would I recommend? YES! Be aware this is a adult read and I loved that it was a standalone read!

Thank you to the author for the gift for my honest opinion of the novel.

This was a good quick story and I look forward to reading the rest. Ryleigh is looking for evidence of a land grabber and possible murderer. She helps the next family he has targeted. Zeke bumps into her and does not believe her story, yet he welcomes her into his home. Their connection is strong but not enough to overcome his mistrust of the press and her story. When he pushes her away, his regret is strong when she prints the proof without hurting his family. At last he admits his mistake, and their happiness knows no bounds.

I was given a chance to read this story in exchange for an honest review. This review is only for this story, not the bonus material.