Kick is book two in the Sparks Sister Duet. The Line Below is book one and follows, Shay Sparks. Kick is all about Shay’s twin sister Lydia Sparks, better known as Kick.

Kick, like her sister, is also a swimmer. One night while out she has a run in with musician Jack Kingston, after a show his band plays on campus. After one night with Jack, everything with Kick’s life changes. She begins to questions herself, question her path in life but then he leaves.

Kick is on a downward spiral in her life. She is losing herself in one-night stands, parties and alcohol. Though she is on that downward spiral, losing herself is the only way she can feel any sort of control. Her life is about to change forever, she meets rocker Jack Kingston after his band plays on campus.

Jack Kingston is an aspiring musician who is definitely one to watch on the music scene. He isn’t looking for what Kick is offering when they meet. He isn’t looking for a one-night stand with some girl, he is looking for a relationship. He knows there is something different about Kick so he doesn’t fall for her offer.

Jack ends up leaving and Kick falls even more down her dark hole, until she officially hits rock bottom. She realizes that there is more to life than just partying, hooking up with strangers, and drinking. She puts all her focus and energy into swimming. She works on herself and building up her confidence. She is truly a new person. Kick and Jack run into each other 8 months later and the chemistry between the two hasn’t weakened and may be stronger than ever.

I loved Kick and Jack’s story. The chemistry between the two was undeniable. I love how much they both need each other and don’t realize it. Though not even goes on deep of a spiral as kick did, her issues with self-esteem and not really knowing what you want to do in your life are something that a majority of people can relate to. I look forward to reading more stories from Ali Dean!


***ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review***

Buck Wild is book one in a new series by Lauren Landish about a professional bull rider and a young vet student.
James Bennett is currently in the off season, his pops has recently passed away and he is back home to help his mama and brothers on the family ranch. He plans to help his family for the summer, then come fall its back to training and getting back to the rodeo circuit. Little did he know a sassy, smart and sexy vet student would come into his life and make him re think his plans.
Sophie Stone is currently and intern with Doc for the summer before she leaves for vet school. While working, her and Doc are called out to the Bennett ranch to help with a delivery and she has a not so pleasant meeting with one Bennett brother in particular. Despite the rudeness from James, there is an instant attraction there.
Knowing that they are both leaving in the Fall James and Sophie decide to start a summer fling and come fall they will part ways and move on with their lives and with their dreams. However, they begin to spend more and more time together and feelings grow and plans change.
The chemistry between James and Sophie was off the charts!! There is no denying the connection between these two. I loved how sweet James was with Sophie, after the initial meeting between the two. Mama Louise is the best! She loves her boys fiercely and will always take care of them. I loved how protective she was of them all! I can’t wait to learn more about Luke and Mark in future books, plus get more James, Sophie and Mama Louise.

This is another fantastic story from C.A. Harms!
Emerson will do anything her father asks her to, she is overworked and doesn’t take any time for herself. Her best friend Gia decides its time for to let loose and take a night off. The two of them attend a charity Boy Toy Auction. This isn’t Emerson’s thing and she really doesn’t want to have any part in this, that is until she see’s entry number 7 and has to bid on him.
Nic, is a homicide detective who works hard and doesn’t have time for any sort of a relationship. He gets roped into participating in a charity auction by one of his friends. He doesn’t want to do this, but still decides to break out his best moves and boy is he glad he did. The girl in the audience just bid on him and won.
The chemistry between Nic and Emerson is off the pages. I loved how real they seemed, they experienced struggles that any normal working couple may experience. It did frustrate me at times how Emerson wouldn’t stand up to her father and just let him control her so easily, but thankfully Nic was there for her!
This book truly surprised me. It was steamy, had a little suspense, and some drama. This is definitely a story you will want to one-click!