This story can be found in the Something True series.  The novel can be read as a standalone.  For reader enjoyment, and to avoid spoilers, I recommend reading The Dating Arrangement before reading this title.

Grace makes happy endings easier for all the brides she works with.  She wants someday to have an HEA of her own.  Right now the only man that makes her sizzle when she thinks of him is Xander.  Yet, he is supposed to be off limits.

Xander did not expect to run into Grace.  When an incident happens, he becomes very protective and he is not sure why.  He has always been attracted to her, but he is sure she will never give him the time of day.  How do you change a stubborn woman's mind?

This book was what traditional romance should be.  These characters are rich, deep and compelling.  I loved that they were opposites, who cannot stop thinking about each other.  The chemistry for them is strong.  The heat in this story is on par and sizzles throughout the book.  This author is a 1-click for me and after reading this, I am sure you can see why.  I give this read a 4/5 Kitty's Paws UP!

***This early copy was given in exchange for an honest review only.

Frustratingly fun, always intriguing and totally unpredictable. Unpredictable is Fitz's greatest asset and she proves herself worthy of the title.

Dog-Eared Delinquent (Pet Whisperer P.I. #4) - The crew is back and this time it's serious. Fun takes a back seat to danger. Dog- Eared Delinquent steps away from the humor, but keeps the ability to be unique. (4 star)


The Cat Caper (Pet Whisperer P.I. #5) - Octo-cat is on the move and it's up to Angie to get him back where he belongs. Her best asset has become her greatest weakness. Will the dynamic duo find their way back to each other? Fitz continues to score gold points with one of the most unusual sleuthing duos in print. (4 star)

Jack moves back to take over the bar, after his father's death.  He has no idea the surprises coming his way.  Emerson crashes into his life in the literal sense.  He finds that being around her makes everything make sense.

Emerson is told repeatedly by family she is not good enough.  She has spent the last year, picking up the pieces of a failed relationship.  Jack helps her out, so she returns the favor at the bar.  Now if they can just get their timing right.

This book was such a sexy slow burn.  These characters were so ready for one another and did not even know it.  I loved that reading this story made me laugh, and tear up.  Everything a romance should be.  I cannot wait to read the next installment in the new Something True series.  I give this read a 4/5 Kitty's Paws UP!

***This copy was given in exchange for an honest review only.

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It's a teaser. The idea is interesting, but the artwork is not to my taste.

@XpressoTours, @CB_Bauer, #Fantasy, #YoungAdult, 4 out of 5 (very good)

Zinnia is the third book in the Angelbound Offspring series, and this time it features the children of Portia and Tempest. I say children because Kaps plays just a big a role in this as Zinnia does. I know they are twins, but I really would have preferred for Zinnia's story to be less involved with Kaps. 

At a young age, Zinnia knows that Rhodes is her Rhana, and is happy with all the innocence that brings. However, enemies of the family do 'bad magic' and Zinnia is taken away, and her memories bound. Fast forward, and Zinnia is preparing herself for the ritual that will bring back Chimera when her only friend is taken from her. In a rebellious moment, she decides to take the last few days of her life for herself, and accidentally finds Rhodes.

This was a smooth read, with no editing or grammatical errors that disrupted my reading. I loved how Zinnia was different, more formal and old school, to the others. Kaps I just found annoying. The connection between Rhodes and Zinnia was just as strong as before, and I loved how he was trying to help her without fully knowing the story.

A great addition to the series, and definitely recommended by me.

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa

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