This was a cute single-mom of two kids and new next door neighbor romance. Holliday (can we please do away with the cutesy somewhat Christmas names inThis was a cute single-mom of two kids and new next door neighbor romance. Holliday (can we please do away with the cutesy somewhat Christmas names in holiday romances) and Nick (again, really?) have a few shared moments when she moves in next door following her divorce. She has a reason for noticing him the first time and then reaches out to check on him after she witnesses something personal. He in turn helps maintain her yard, but when he goes out of his way to get the outside of her house decorated for Christmas things really begin to change between them. I liked this story and how Nick showed her and her kids over and over he was a man of his word. I would have liked move relationship development, we were more “told” what happened between them, but sometimes in a novella the reader has to be satisfied by that. That said despite Holliday’s recent divorce, a job she didn’t like, and no Christmas spirit; the book still had a feeling of hope and joy. Nick showed Holliday just how much fun the holiday could be when you believe. ...more
You know what? I loved everything about this book; two long time best friends get married to make sure the child one is raising after his sister's deaYou know what? I loved everything about this book; two long time best friends get married to make sure the child one is raising after his sister's death doesn't spend time with homophobic religious zealots who cast their child aside when he came out. Seriously, everything about this book was perfection. I loved both characters, the plot was amazing (the twist was interesting), and the outcome joyus. Seriously a wonderful story and one of my favorite books of 2023. ...more
As easy of a read as the first book in this series was, this one was ALL about the drama. I liked both characters well enough even though the MFC drovAs easy of a read as the first book in this series was, this one was ALL about the drama. I liked both characters well enough even though the MFC drove me crazy with how she kept saying she was going to tell the MMC about something big but didn't which OF COURSE led to a big old blow-up. UGH! Not quite as sweet as the last one, more sexy times. ...more
Both these two men had a lot of baggage to unpack and I think Ms. Albert did a great job doing so. Each character had been through some pretty traumatBoth these two men had a lot of baggage to unpack and I think Ms. Albert did a great job doing so. Each character had been through some pretty traumatic things and slowly but surely they lightened their load by sharing it with the other. At first I wasn't sure I liked them together but the more time they were around one another I my feelings about them as a couple changed. I'm enjoying this series and this special town. ...more
Romances where there is a heavy feel aren’t my favorites, but Ms. Meader did a good job of temperingFull review coming 8/22/23 www.simplylovebooks.com
Romances where there is a heavy feel aren’t my favorites, but Ms. Meader did a good job of tempering the serious and sad parts with cute kid time and sweet friends....more
Every time I read a book from the writing duo Taryn Quinn it’s like coming home and Protec4.5 stars full review coming 6/23/23 www.simplylovebooks.com
Every time I read a book from the writing duo Taryn Quinn it’s like coming home and Protector Daddy is no different. The worlds they’ve built, the characters that have become like family, and the love stories that bring me joy all make me one very satisfied reader. ...more
TW: FMC - Gave up a child for adoption at a young age; Secondary character - death from cancer
This was another ho hum story in this series; we've seenTW: FMC - Gave up a child for adoption at a young age; Secondary character - death from cancer
This was another ho hum story in this series; we've seen this one coming but honestly I was hoping for someone Landon actually had chemistry with because I've never felt it with Amanda. To me Amanda had zero personality and throughout this book I grew tired of her feeling like she's not enough. There was a bit of a twist to it but that was the only thing remotely interesting about their relationship. If it hadn't been for the little "check in" with several of the other family members this book wouldn't have held my attention at all and part of the problem was once again there was really no relationship development. A bit of a let down after the last book. ...more
While I enjoyed the first book in the Knockemout series, I really loved this book. I felt it was betFull review coming 3/13/23 www.simplylovebooks.com
While I enjoyed the first book in the Knockemout series, I really loved this book. I felt it was better balanced, that the romance was on the front burner instead of the back burner, and most of all I truly liked both characters and felt we got to know them on a much deeper level than the two main characters in the first book. This book was classic Lucy Score; interesting characters, fun banter, emotion, friendship, and most of all love (of all kinds). ...more
A case of mistaken identity puts these two men in each other’s path when they get snowed in right before Christmas. Felix was a bit naïve and awkward A case of mistaken identity puts these two men in each other’s path when they get snowed in right before Christmas. Felix was a bit naïve and awkward and still grieving his mother who was his everything. Riggs was planning on meeting friends who couldn’t get to the resort but then he’s tasked with finding out if Felix is an international thief but the entire time hoping he isn’t. I liked these characters a lot and loved the set up of this book and at times I had to suspend my belief a bit, but it was light, fluffy, a bit swoony, and a very enjoyable way to spend a bit of time during the holiday rush. ...more
This was an interesting addition to this book as neither character has had a very big presence in this series to date. Dana had dated Griffin very briThis was an interesting addition to this book as neither character has had a very big presence in this series to date. Dana had dated Griffin very briefly while he was trying to move past Lina and Aidan had visited his sister Sloane briefly in the last book, so we didn't know much about either one. Dana has been hurt by the last two men dating her and leaving her for other women they really wanted even when they were with her and Aidan is about 7 months out of a long term relaitonship. A situation has them sharing a house together and they are friendly despite being complete opposites. I think the fact that they became friends first let them lower their guards and truly get to know one another before they became more. I liked this book, Dana is still hard to know and it's not that I don't like her she's just really closed off but Aidan did help her begin to come out of her shell. Her new client is going to be an interesting story for sure. ...more
I'm not going to lie, I was really excited about Brady getting a book. The chef has been an interesting addition to this town and it was obvious he haI'm not going to lie, I was really excited about Brady getting a book. The chef has been an interesting addition to this town and it was obvious he had a secret. Adding a woman to the small town police force was unique and while I hated what she was dealing with from her old job, the town of Nugget embraced her quickly. Living next door to one another gave Brady and Sloane a foundation of friendship and while they were both not looking for more, they found it in each other. Both their pasts come calling in this story, but in the end it is their trust in each other and the town that embraced them that keeps them where they both feel they belong. I enjoyed this one a lot. ...more
Bayou With Benefits was a fantastic story; the plot was rich, the emotion deeper, and the characters showed growt4.5 stars full review coming 10/19/22
Bayou With Benefits was a fantastic story; the plot was rich, the emotion deeper, and the characters showed growth throughout. There were moments of fun, sexy times, and of course nosey friends and family, but this book had a bit of a more serious note that gave it more depth. ...more
I’m not sure what I loved most; Maverick falling head over heels, Van’s interesting and lu4.5 stars full review coming 9/29/22 www.simplylovebooks.com
I’m not sure what I loved most; Maverick falling head over heels, Van’s interesting and lucrative profession (not to mention her way cool bus reno), or the fact these two fell into a relationship without a lot of angst or fanfare. P.S. if the bus is a rockin’ don’t come a knockin ...more
From the first chapter, I was completely engrossed in this engaging, smart, fun, sexy, and heart-warFull review coming 2/22/22 www.simplylovebooks.com
From the first chapter, I was completely engrossed in this engaging, smart, fun, sexy, and heart-warming story. I absolutely could not put Up In Smoke down and when it was over despite the extremely satisfying ending, I kept hoping more chapters would appear. ...more
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