I have put off reading Loving the Marquess (it’s been on my To Be Read list for a long time) and I have absolutely no idea why. The blurb caught my attention, which is why it was on my TBR list, but for some reason I just never picked it up. Now I regret it, because this book is quite enjoyable. I really liked both Overlea and Louisa. He’s your typical stubborn lord, convinced that he knows best and clueless to his emotions. She’s sweet but strong, having to take care of her family from an early age. They are definitely a good match for each other.

Medeiros is a relatively new author but she shows a lot of promise. Loving the Marquess is perfect for those looking for a historical romance – the characters will keep you turning the pages and a touch of mystery will have you coming back for more.

Full review available at http://romanticreadsandsuch.wordpress.com/2014/04/03/book-review-loving-the-marquess/.

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Mallery is a master at giving her readers The Cute mixed in with a lot of The Heart and spicing it up with The Funny and When We Metis a prime example. It never fails that she makes me laugh and cry and rant and smile and love every single minute of it. If you like small town charm, quirky characters, snappy dialogue, and tender love stories, you can’t miss with a Fool’s Gold romance.

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I’ve not read any of the other Kelly Brothers books – I’ve seen them, thought about it, but didn’t get around to picking one up. I think I might have been missing out. I really like McHugh’s style – it’s smooth, easy-to-read, and engaging. The characters were very normal, like someone you would know in real life, and their issues were quite understandable.

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The newest in Bielman’s “Secret Wishes” series, Wild About Her Wingman, is just as sweet and touching and engaging as Kissing the Maid of Honor and Her Accidental Boyfriend. Although it is not necessary to have read these books first, I loved them so much that I highly recommend it. Bielman delivers touching stories with a charming, witty style that makes them seem light-hearted at first but you quickly realize they have an amazing emotional depth that keeps you glued to the pages.

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You definitely can’t be a stickler for the authenticity of the time with The Harlow Hoyden but then again I’m not reading historical romances for a history lesson. I want the romance and it delivers that in spades. It’s fun and humorous and love wins out, so who could ask for anything more!

Full review available at http://romanticreadsandsuch.wordpress.com/2014/04/20/book-review-happy-easter/.

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I thought Once Upon a Prince was fantastic and I’m happy to see a follow-up for Susanna and Nate. It’s was nice to see what happened to them after they fought to be able to get married – the changes that have to be made and the sacrifices that Susanna has to make to marry a king.

It’s pretty much a must to have read Once Upon a Prince, but considering what a wonderful book it was I don’t think anyone should hesitate. If you dream of meeting your own Prince Charming or loved the idea of Prince William and Kate, then this is definitely the series for you. You can’t find a better hero than Nate … be prepared for him to once again sweep you off your feet.

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I’m not sure why, but I’m a little surprised by how much I liked these two. Dani’s kinda prickly and very much a woman working overly hard to fit in to a man’s world. It could easily have made her off-putting but she’s totally fun. And Zach, while a bit debauched, is smooth and charming and, because he’s honest about it, totally likeable in his womanizing ways.

Dani had a devastating event in her childhood that has affected her for a very long time. It’s very understandable why she’s hesitant to get involved. But I’m not sure I totally understand Zach’s aversion to commitment, other than the fact that he can. And though he’s spent his time being footloose and fancy free, like any good rake, it just takes the love of a good woman to change his mind.

The story might seem a little clichéd, but it is extremely well-written, with engaging characters, and a smooth flowing plot. (It’s part of a series but it definitely can stand on its own and totally one I’d recommend.) If you are looking for some humor and heart and just a touch suspense, then Out of Control is for you. It’s not an adventure romance and the threat to Zach’s life plays only a small part except to get the two together. Instead it is all about two people who are afraid to give their hearts away, only to find out that they don’t have a choice. I loved watching them get to know each other and fight their feelings, only to realize that it is definitely out of their control, and the ending was one of my favorites for its simplicity and honesty.

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Once again I was pleased by a novella that managed to give readers a complete story in under a hundred pages. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything and, even though it is part of a series, I didn’t feel like I was lost at any point (which is always nice). I always appreciate a story that has realistic characters, with believable story lines, and who don’t fill up a lot of pages with too much angst. Here we get a compact, but well-developed, story with characters that have their issues, work it out and find a way to be happy together.

Marcy is a little burned by her ex and the responsibilities she feels that being a mom carries. Aaron hast that little sister’s friend thing going on but once he lets that go, he is all The Sexy you could want. I love that he actually put thought and care into his courtship. And it is obvious from the beginning that he has feelings for her (that, of course, he’s been fighting like any good hero does). Even with the smaller number of pages, Robert does a fantastic job of creating fleshed out characters with believable wants, needs and motivations.

His To Keep is a fun little read but since it’s a Brazen book it does get steamy so be prepared. Marcy and Aaron’s path to a HEA is both sweet and hot and will make you smile and sigh and laugh … and turn up your A/C.

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Just a Kiss is a novella in the It’s in His Kiss series and looks like a fantastic start. At just over 100 pages, the two do fall in love pretty quickly but that’s what you expect in a novella but, an important thing for me, I didn’t feel cheated by the length of the story. Broadfield gives her readers a complete, and amazingly sweet, story in just about 100 pages.

Marley is your typical lord – concerned about his title, his position in society and the future of his line. But he also loves his grandmother dearly, is dedicated to his friends, and is willing to help out those he feels aren’t being treated fairly. And that includes Charlotte.

Charlotte is the poor relation and it’s obvious, plus she’s a little out of her depth in London society. But she’s also caring and kind. When she catches Marley’s eye, as well as his grandmother’s, her season is starting to look up. Only the more time she spends with Marley the more attracted she is to him and she’s definitely not his social equal.

The struggle between what Marley should do and what he wants to do is handled deftly. Again, this is a novella so it all happens quickly – we know that a happy ending is in their future but Broadfield makes it fun getting there. She also introduces us Marley’s friend Lord Ashdown and Princes Tarasova, a possible bride for him and quick friend to Charlotte. Both are very appealing and hopefully will play a starring role in the next installment in the series.

Just a Kiss is the perfect choice for readers who are looking for a quick read on a beautiful spring day. It may go fast but you’ll devour every page and finish with a little happy sigh.

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If you’ve read No Tan Lines and No Strings Attached, the first two Barefoot William books, you know exactly what to expect from No Sunshine When She’s Gone. There are a ton of quirky and fun characters, a heart-tugging romance, and lots of friends and family just waiting to make you smile.

Put on some sunscreen and find some space in the sun, it’s time to settle in and enjoy another fantastic summer read by Ms. Angell … No Sunshine When She’s Gone is a can’t miss, guaranteed to put you in a happy, beachy kind of mood.

Full review available at http://romanticreadsandsuch.wordpress.com/2014/05/04/book-review-no-sunshine-when-shes-gone/

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