DEAR AVA

by Ilas Madden-Mills

Book Synopsis

​The rich and popular Sharks rule at prestigious, ivy-covered Camden Prep. Once upon a time, I wanted to be part of their world--until they destroyed me.

The last thing I expected was an anonymous love letter from one of them.

Please. I hate every one of those rich jerks for what they did to me. The question is, which Shark is my secret admirer?

Knox, the scarred quarterback.
Dane, his twin brother.
Or Chance, the ex who dumped me. . .

Dear Ava,
Your eyes are the color of the Caribbean Sea.
Wait. That's stupid.
What I really mean is, you look at me and I feel something REAL.

It's been ten months since you were here, but I can't forget you.
I've missed seeing you walk down the hall.
I've missed you cheering at my football games.
I've missed the smell of your hair.

And then everything fell apart the night of the kegger.

Don't hate me because I'm a Shark.
I just want to make you mine.
Still.

My Review

   Dear Ilsa,
   How I loved this book and these rich and complex characters.  You delved deep to tell a story that went far beyond that of love.  A story was told that gave a voice to topics that are so often overlooked or told with an unscrupulous approach and you did so with such delicacy and honor.
   You managed to make me laugh and smile as both Knox and Ava, and those around them, found their way in this beautiful yet heartbreaking story.
   Dear Ilsa, you captured my heart.  You made me weep, smile, cheer, cringe, and swoon.  Your words ripped me apart and put me back together,  Isn’t that what great storytelling is all about? 
    So, like Knox, this is my love letter to you.  Thank you for giving us this tremendous gift.  This book will be treasured now and always!
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As Always, Happy Reading!

DYING FOR RAIN

by B.B. Easton

Book Synopsis

What could be worse than knowing the exact day the world is going to end?

Waking up to find out that it didn’t.

The post-April 23 world is a lawless, senseless, ruthless place, but it’s not loveless. At least, not for Rain and Wes.

But when the government begins holding daily televised executions as a demonstration of their power, that love is put to the ultimate test:

Sacrifice one life to save the others?

Or sacrifice the others to save the one? ​

My Review

Easton has easily penned the most effervescent series I have ever had the pleasure of reading!

The Rain Trilogy was simply intoxicating, with an exhilarating, fast-paced, nail biting story, that will leave its readers guessing until the very end.

Two wounded souls willing to die for one another and risk everything, making for a conclusion that was beyond my wildest dreams.

As Always, Happy Reading!

DIRTY SWEET VALENTINE

by Laurelin Paige

Book Synopsis

A hero who forgets Valentine’s Day.
A hero who remembers.
A hero with a Valentine’s surprise.
And a hero with a holiday declaration.

Dirty Filthy Valentine - When Donovan forgets Valentine’s Day, Sabrina spends the evening at the office, working. Until she realizes she’s not alone.

Filthy Valentine Fix - Trish loves parties at The Open Door, even on Valentine’s Day. What she doesn’t love is some of the customs associated with the holiday. Will her boyfriend ignore them like she wants him to? Or will he force her to enjoy the day in ways she never knew she could?

Dirty Sweet Valentine - Like her boss, Amy has a reason for being a Scrooge about love. As far as she’s concerned, that stupid holiday with all the hearts and flowers is just another day. Then a surprise shows up on her doorstep, and her evening takes a sudden turn.

Plus one more story featuring a virgin with a secret and the boy who wants to expose it.

These four standalone romances can be found in this steaming hot holiday collection, from the author of the Fixed Trilogy and Dirty Filthy Rich Men.

My Review

A Valentine's Day treat is in store for those familiar with Laurelin Paige's most popular couples. 

While it was fun to catch up with these couples, I was more delighted by the surprising short story at the end of this compilation penned by both Paige and Kayti McGee.                         
​The Chase and Kira story stole my heart with a sweet and savory tale sure to leave even those with the most skeptical hearts warm this Valentine's Day.
 
So give yourself the gift of love this year with this sweet treat.

As Always, Happy Reading!