Copy received from Hachette Australia for an honest review

I haven't read any of the previous Fox and O'Hare books, however I did not find that this was an issue, as there was enough back story of how they came to be partners to get me through.

Now, I may be in the minority, however with the exception of Kate, Nick and (most of the time) her father Jake, I really didn't like any of the characters.

Vicky was just a vapid, self-important wannabe Kardashian. Cosmo just came across as a babbling 13 years old girl rather than an FBI Agent.

But this could just be me.

This book (and I am guessing the previous books) have a Plum-esque feel to them (silly sidekicks, explosions, so many explosions) which is not surprising. I wasn't sure with a co-author if Janet Evanovich's writing style would come through as much - though really, with the writing style of this book, it could have been all her work.

I liked the cross country continents jaunt that we are taken on and the hijinx that this group gets up to.

I am torn with how to rate this book. Yes, I enjoyed it, however I didnt' find it anything new or exciting. It was like reading a Plum book, with names changed to protect the innocent.

Will I read more of this series? Yeah, sure, probably.

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The college-hockey-hottie-is-a-player is not new.

The "I'm not his type of girl" is not new.

The fake relationship things is not new.

Them falling for each other is not new.

However, Boyfriend Bargain drew me right in and I enjoyed every second of it.

There was more depth to our lovely Zack than I expected form reading the blurb. There's amazing instattraction between our lovelies, and it was a joy to watch them fall.

There are great secondary characters - though there is one in particular that needs a swift kick in the bits!

Cute, fun and flirty, with a dash of heartache thrown in for good measure, this was an enjoyable read.

Copy received from author for an honest review - thanks Cat!

As always, Cat Johnson had me at SEAL.

The title can be a bit misleading, as there isn't much Tijuana nights happening - maybe more California Nights would be better - but this could just be me.

Gabby and Zach's enemies to loves story is hot hot hot, with sexual tension out the wazoo! As much as they dislike each other, you know they really don't and as a reader, I couldn't wait for them to finally hook up.

Was great to see a bit of our other hot SEALS too.

I can't wait to see what SEAL action we get next.

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Yes, yes yes! Finally! It is Kynan freaking McGrath!

I have been wanting him to find his HEA since we first met him in the Wicked Horse Vegas series, and here he is!

What an intense and wonderful story. Lost loves finding their way back to each other is always a story I will fall into.

Kynan is just such a kick arse that any woman would fall for him.

I loved so much how he is with Joslyn when she came back into his life. From IDGAF to ILY, it was wonderful watching our lovelies fall again.

Of course there was some drama and tensions, however they did pretty much work them out like adults - yay!

I also liked that this was not much like the other Sawyer books i have read in the past. I liked that it was more action packed and takes us away from the sexiness of the Wicked Horse for a while. I love the Wicked Horse series, however I loved this new tangent.

I am now impatiently waiting for the next Code Name book - please don't make me wait too long.

Copy received via Netgalley for an honest review

I just love a rom-com, so reading this book was really a no brainer.

And when it comes to rom-coms, especially from the 90's, you cannot look past Tom Hanks for the leading man.

Our Annie though, is maybe just a liiiiitttle to obsessed with finding her own Tom Hanks, and couldn't see what was right in front of her. The reader could be screaming right into her ear and she just wouldn't hear it/see it, which frustrated me a bit.

Drew - well, he is just lovely, even when he is frustrating. This is the kind of guy we all need in our lives, me thinks.

This light, fluffy read was just what I needed yesterday.

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It was great to get back to Harmony Harbour and the Gallagher and DiRossi families.

However boooooy these families. I don' know if I could handle them if they were mine with all the secrets and lies and the like.

I really liked Theia - I can't remember if she was in the previous books, however she has been in Harmony Harbor previously, and we do get enough of that back group.

Enter sexy bachelor firefight Marco,and sparks fly - pretty literally. I loved the way they came together, even if they didn't hahah.

I have had a run on darker, crime based books lately, so it was nice to get stuck into a lighter story. Not that everything about Theia and Marco's story was all fluffy

Theia is a strong woman, however she is not afraid to show her weaknesses - even though she hates that she has weaknesses lol.

And Marco is a tough guy with a heart of gold that would do anything for his family.

Something is resolved in this story that has played out throughout the series, so if you haven't read the previous books, you will miss some of the nuances of the character development and storylines.

Gotta give a special high five to Colleen, whom I have adored right through this series.

Barefoot Beach is a lovely comfort read, so why snuggle up under a blanket (or lay on the beach for those in the other hemisphere) and enjoy all the shenanigans of Harmony Harbor.

What an enjoyable romp around Manhattan is Cheeky Royal.

I do love a book with a royal-in-hiding kind of them, and this was just that - but it was so much more than just a royal in hiding.

The story had me engaged right from the start. I could feel Penny's hesitance at the beginning, I could feel her hurt and anger and frustration. And I cheered when she flipped the bird at people and went on to be fantastic at her job.

I liked the suspenseful side of things with Sebastian. I liked that yeah, he has had the privileged upbringing, but doesn't lean on it.

I liked the pull of attraction between Penny and Sebastian, even though you know the other shoe is going to drop soon.

This is part of a series, and yes is does end on a cliffy, however this is an older book so the next part is out.

I will go and read the next installment soon

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Well, with the way book one ended, I knew it was going to be pretty full on right from the start with all the emotions. And boy, was it (note, don't try and keep the emotions in whilst on your lunch break).

Oh, Dr Aiden Pierce, you really are a bit of a ar$ehole - and I love it.

M. Robinson really does know how to keep her readers impatient for more, and when we get more, we don't want it to end.

I absolutely freaking adore Camila and her dance moves! She is sweet and beautiful, but not afraid to tell it like it is. It was a joy watching her break through Aiden's walls.

I ran through all the emotions. Yes, I cried (I mean, it is an M. Robinson book, it is to be expected) however I laughed and cheered and swooned and yelled. I never knew what emotion I would feel as I turned each page.

What surprised me though with this book was how little angst there was. M. Robinson is not known as the queen of angst for nothing, and except for a couple of times, I didn't feel it this time. Not that this is a bad thing, it was just that I had mentally prepared myself for more.

I loved seeing more of M's previous characters, particularly Noah. He plays quite a role in this tale.

I don't want to give anything away, as this is a story that you need to feel for yourself the first time you read it (because we all know, I will be rereading it, and so will you!). It is raw, emotional and a wonderful ending to Camila and Aiden's story.

And there is a great set up for the next book we will be getting too. Ooooh I can't wait for that one.

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Right from the start of this book, I knew I was going to love it. Jamie, his brothers and friends are all the right kind of men.

I have been looking forward to this spin-off series, and Ms Harvey has definitely not disappointed.

This is a delightfully delicious start to the Cook County series, and you cannot help but fall for Jamie Cook and his brothers. April is a strong, kick ar$e woman who doesn't need anyone's pity or help, but can't help but want Jamie.

There is a 6 year old who will take your heart and never give it back to you. Oh. My. Lord they made me want to have kids! Or at least move in next door!

Though there are sparks from chapter 1, it is a bit of a slow burn as April and Jamie take their time to get to know each other. I love their fun and flirty banter. You will fall in love along with them.

Full of wonderful characters, some that we know, some whom are new to us, it is going to be exciting as we learn more of their stories in the future.

Please don't keep me waiting too long for more, Ms Harvey.

Copy received from Hachette Australia for an honest review

Who really is The Slayer (and no, it is not Buffy)

I was intrigued by the blurb of this story. Told by multiple narrators, you never know who you can believe.

The main characters, though at first a little caricacturish (particularly Lara) developed well through the story. Over the 20 years of the storyline we see their lives and careers,

You can't help but get frustrated with the "we gotta get someone in gaol, no matter who they are" attitude of the police. I wanted to throw my book at them at times. I am sure this is still happening in real life too, which leaves the read with a bit of discomfort - who knows, this could happen to any of us really.

I was left guessing about whom the real killer was, and I was completely surprised when it was revealed - this does not happen much, as I usually have a bit of an idea who the bad guy is.

This was my first Tony Cavanaugh read, and it won't be my last. I will be looking out for more in the future.