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Suspense, action, romance, steam. Junkie has it all and will have you on the edge of your seat. You won’t be able to put this book down!

Luna had some struggles growing up, she is street smart, she can race with the best of them, but when she messes with the wrong people she flees for her own safety. Cash is an arrogant race driver, but there is more to him.

From the moment Luna and Cash met I knew they would be in for a wild ride. They didn’t get off on the right side of the track, but their banter was great. Their chemistry was explosive. They are two broken pieces who seamlessly fight perfectly together and didn’t know they were what each other was missing in life.

Junkie is an adrenaline rush from the start and the chemistry between Luna and Cash will suck you in. A MUST READ for anyone who loves a mixture of suspense and action with their steam!

What a fun start to an all new romcom series from Teagan Hunter!!!

River is a green M&M, cherry pie loving clothing store owner who majorly loathe’s her neighbor, Dean. However, when Dean suddenly needs a place to stay temporarily she is the first to offer up her apartment and for them to be roommates.

There is a fine line between loathe and lust and River and Dean are teetering on it. I love the enemies to lovers/roommates trope. There is so much fun banter between River and Dean. Living together quickly brings their attraction to one another to the surface and from there sparks fly!

Loathe Thy Neighbor is full of laughs, a super cute pet turtle, fantastic banter, great chemistry and plenty of heat! A MUST READ and I can’t wait to see what else is in store for this series.

I love the Fair Lakes series, but Can’t Fight it is hands down my favorite of the three. Single dad? Swoon. Some suspense? Yes, please! Super adorable baby? Yes! Hilarious brotherly banter? Sign me up!

Colton is a single father. He left the army to take care of his son. Hollis left her old life in California and is looking for a fresh start in Fair Lakes. Colton and Hollis become unlikely roommates and from the moment they meet there is an instant attraction between them. I loved the chemistry between Colton and Hollis. Their relationship developed quickly, but it never felt rushed.

Colton is ADORABLE with Milo. There are so many sweet father/son moments throughout this story and they will melt your heart. Hollis and Milo is also adorable. There are so many sweet moments between those two, too. Plus, the three of them together. It leads to some very adorable moments. I loved the relationship between Colton and Chase, too. They have the perfect brotherly banter and it lead to plenty of laughs throughout the story.

Can’t Fight It also has some suspense mixed in and I was loving that aspect of the story, though I kind of wanted a little bit more drama when it came to learning about Hollis’s past and why she left her hometown.

Can’t Fight It is a MUST READ and one of my TOP READS of 2020.

I am still at a loss for words. Bravo, to Claire Raye for leaving me completely speechless, even a day after finishing this book. I DEVOURED this book. I completely fell in love with Lewis, Ava, and their story. These two are complete opposites of each other, but they are so insanely perfect for each other. Their story started at 100 and stayed there the entire time.

Now, I could probably write this entire review about how much I love Lewis, but I won’t. You just need to read this one for yourself and see why this man is hands down one of the best boyfriends known to man.

Beautiful Trouble has it all. It is the perfect mix of romance, heat, and the dark side of Hollywood. Ava, who was previously introduced in Beautiful Secret as Julia’s personal assistant, is now living in London and working for a famous director. Her new boss, well he’s a piece of work. He is demanding, controlling, abusive and overall, just one big jerk. He is a bully, however, due to his power most people aren’t willing to stand up against him.

Lewis and Ava knew that one night would never be enough. They were drawn to each other and there was something there they have never felt for another person. It was fast, quick, but there is no denying how much feelings these two have for each other. They balance each other out. Lewis knows that Ava is fiercely independent and doesn’t try to hold her back. He is protective and possessive, but knows his limits.

The world that Claire Raye have created with this series is intriguing, dark and addicting. Beautiful Trouble dove into the dark depths of Hollywood and the film industry. Ava wasn’t afraid to battle the lies and deception, especially with Lewis as moral support. With the details and glimpses we got of secondary characters throughout this story I am DYING to see what is in store for book three.
Beautiful Trouble is not only a MUST READ for numerous reasons, but it is also hands down one of my top books of 2020.

Thank you, Claire Raye, for this copy in exchange for an honest review, for writing Lewis Bristol and for the Fast and the Furious reference.

If I could rate this more than 5 stars I would, Beautiful Secret deserves a million stars.

Beautiful Secret provides insight into the not some glamorous life that comes with being under the eye of Hollywood and the downsides to fame. Julia is Hollywood’s current it girl, but that means that her every move is on public display. The good, the bad and the ugly. Aiden is behind the scenes, a production assistant, not use to the fame. Will he be able to handle the pressure of Hollywood to make things work with Julia?

I LOVED this book form the very start. It was easy to fall for the characters from the start and connect with them on a personal level, but also this story is truly beautiful. There is a powerful message in this story. Both Julia and Aiden discover their self-worth throughout this story. It is all about empowerment.

Julie and Aiden are nothing like I expected, it was a breath of fresh air. Julia is down to earth and sometimes forgets about her fame. Aiden is laid back, down to earth. He is sweet and protective. In my mind before starting the book I just pictured him to be the alpha type, but he was far from it and that is what made me love his character so much more.

This isn’t my first book from Claire Raye, it definitely won’t be my last. It had elements I have come to expect with their books, but Beautiful Secret was also different from their other books. It was sweet, romantic and powerful with plenty of heat with an insta love story that will make your heart swoon.

A MUST READ and I can’t wait to see more of these characters and the secondary characters in the next couple of books in this series.

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

Ever since finishing Beautiful Trouble I have been waiting for Sadie’s story and it was EVERYTHING I could have wanted and SO SO SO MUCH MORE!

I didn’t think I could hate Noel anymore than I already did, but it is possible. That man is a horrible scumbag and deserves everything horrible that happened to him. This is all he deserves in my review, too.

Sadie, Sadie, Sadie. I love her. She is strong, fierce, talented and caring. Despite what life has thrown at her she continues to persevere and be the stronger person in the situation. Though, she does of insecurities still after years and years of abuse and manipulation she learns that she is more and deserves more. There are so many things about Sadie’s history that I can relate to and her insecurities. For anyone who struggles, she gives hope. Paul Walker is a perfect. He is caring, sweet, protective, supportive and the man that Sadie needs in her life. He knows that she is independent and strong and doesn’t shy away from it or put her down. He is her cheerleader, her support, her motivator, and her rock throughout the madness. He loves her for her and not for who he wants her to be.

Paul and Sadie’s chemistry is OFF THE PAGES! I loved their flirting and tension at the beginning of the story and seeing their relationship progress throughout the course of the book only made me love it more.

These two quickly become my favorite Claire Raye couple, which is saying a lot because I love all their couples. Their relatable characters, their relationship is real, it’s beautiful, and it’s emotional.
Beautiful Lie is a MUST READ and a TOP READ of 2020. Thank you for this story, the entire Dirty Hollywood world and for the Fast and Furious references.

Advanced copy provided by the authors in exchange for an honest review.


Finally Yours is book one of an all new series by Claire Raye. If you subscribe to their newsletter and read Always Yours, you got a brief introduction to Lauren and Jack. If you didn’t read it, that is fine because you will get the story.

I have been DYING to read this book and it was everything I could have wished for and so much more. I am completely in love with Lauren and Jack. Lauren has some sass to her; she is a feisty woman and everyone at the Vineyard knows she is the boss. Jack, well what can I say about him other than I love him. I loved how much he loved to tease Lauren as children, I love his sweet side, his romantic side. Plus, who doesn’t love an Aussie?!?

The chemistry between Lauren and Jack was PERFECT! I loved their banter, both in the bits we got of the past and in the future. It was the typical, boy picks on you which means he has a crush on you. Lauren tried to fight it, but she couldn’t only stay away for the Tim Tams and Jack’s charm for so long.

The secondary characters were great additions (minus two of them), but you’ll easily understand who those two are once you read this. I loved that there was more Ellen and Will and a repeat of Will and his amazing skunk wresting skills. I really loved Ellen and Will’s twins, Oscar and Olivia. Especially their terrible timing.

Claire Raye’s writing is beautiful. The dynamics they create between the characters is real and nothing feels forced when it comes to the story. The description of the scenes is vivid and you can easily picture yourself standing in the middle of the Vineyard or taking part in the grape wars.

Finally Yours is sweet, hilarious, romantic and steamy. I was hooked from the very beginning and devoured this book in a single sitting. I couldn’t put it down. This is a MUST READ BOOK and one that I will be recommending to anyone and everyone I know. If it was possible to rate this more than 5 stars I would, because it deserves a million.

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

The Trouble with Quarterbacks was such a fun, laugh out, sweet read.

I loved Candace from the start. She is hilarious, smart and a little quirky. She honestly will bring a smile to your face. Logan is amazing. I loved that he is so down to earth and doesn’t have that arrogance to him that you typically get in a hero who is a professional football player. From the moment they met they had some insane chemistry and I loved their relationship. Of course, their relationship isn’t smooth sailing and there are some bumps in the road, but they quickly get things back on track.

Candace’s friends and flat mates deserve some attention, too. I LOVED them and they added so many more laughs to the story. They are three peas in a pod. They all share a similar British humor, but have each other’s backs. I loved their friendship and I was laughing so hard I was in tears sometimes.

The Trouble with Quarterbacks is the perfect mix of sweet, funny and steamy. A MUST READ!

Steam. Emotion. Taboo. If you’re looking for that then this is going to be a book you want to read. The moment I started this book I was captivated. I fell in love with these characters and the journey they went on throughout the course of this book.

Stassia is a senior in high school when tragedy strikes and her life changes forever. She has so many insecurities and anyone in her situation would probably feel the same. She experiences real struggles and emotions and as a character it is easy to connect with her. Dominic had also experienced more tragedy than someone should in his life. The two of them still have each other, they can grieve together, however, things shift. Emotions come to the surface that were suppressed. There is so much love and admiration between Stassia and Dominic.

Yes, this book is STEAMY! Seriously, you’ll need to read this with your freezer door open it is that hot. But there is also so much more to this besides the physical connection. The way these two heal each other, love each other and fight for each other is beautiful.

Love Unexpected isn’t for everyone, this is on you’ll want to go into with an open mind, but it is 100% worth it. It is a MUST READ!

Q.B. Tyler is a new to me author and now I’m wondering why its taken me so long to read one of her books! Bittersweet Love sucked me in from the very start and I devoured this story.

I LOVED Lauren and Vincent. These two had banter for days. They could both give as good as they could get and that is what made me love them so much. There was so much chemistry just waiting to explode and when they finally give into it. Phew, it was amazing!

Bittersweet Love is hands down on the best enemies to lovers romances I have read in a while and I can’t wait to go back and read more from Q.B. Tyler after this little taste!

A MUST READ if you love a great enemies to lovers romance full of insanely hot chemistry and amazing banter.