ARC Review: Safe Bet by Monica Murphy

Monica Murphy is one of those authors that I always look forward to, but I couldn't wait for Safe Bet! I haven't read the previous books in this series, but seeing as how it was a crossover to her One Week Girlfriend series I had to read this one! Drew and Fable are some of my all time favorite characters and I couldn't wait to get more of them and see a glimpse into their HEA. 

After being kicked out by her parents, Sydney Walker lands a job as the nanny for Drew and Fable Callahan. Though she has never worked before, she loves her new job and everything that it brings with it. But when rumors start that she is having an affair with Drew, Fable comes to the rescue with a plan. Sydney will pretend to be in a relationship with Wade Knox, a rookie from Drew's team. Wade is happy to help out as he feels indebted to the Callahans, but will fake turn into real in a matter of a week? 

I liked both Sydney and Wade. While I have read most of the books in the One Week Girlfriend series, I hadn't read any of the Rules series books or the book from OWG in which Wade was introduced so these characters were both new to me. Sydney was sweet and easy to like, which surprised me considering her upbringing and what I had heard about her from previous books. Wade was impossible not to love, and I liked him right away. They were great together and had strong chemistry right off. 

Overall, this book was a fun, light read that I really enjoyed. It was great catching up with characters that I had missed from previous books and seeing them play such important roles here. But I also really liked Wade and Sydney. Sweet and sexy, Safe Bet is one that made me want to go back and read all the books from the OWG and Rules series and I think fans of Monica Murphy's will really enjoy this one. If you haven't read all the books in either series don't worry about starting here as this one is easily read as a standalone. I look forward to reading more from Monica Murphy in the future, and I will definitely be reading both of these series when I get the chance after reading Safe Bet.

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Guest Post with Author Jill Mansell and Giveaway

Meet Jill Mansell author of Solo.

With over ten million copies sold, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jill Mansell writes irresistible, funny, poignant, and romantic tales for women in the tradition of Marian Keyes, Sophie Kinsella, and Jojo Moyes. She lives with her partner and their children in Bristol, England.

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ARC Review: Wicked Bride Games by Clarissa Wild

I honestly don't even know where to start this except to say that I am still trying to figure out exactly what I just read! Clarissa Wild had me on the edge of my seat and glued to my Kindle with Wicked Bride Games. This is the first book in her Indecent Games series of standalones, and this one was unlike anything I have read before. I will warn readers to take Clarissa's warning seriously, as this book will not be for everyone. This was a wild ride though and I can't wait for the next! 

Naomi Lee finds herself needing money with her father's medical bills and having lost her job. So when she receives an anonymous letter with the offer of a chance at millions for three weeks of her time. Desperate for the money, Naomi sets out on a journey that she never expected. Max Marino is determined to have Naomi and he knows how to get her. But with three brothers and nine girls all competing in a game unlike any other, they will soon discover that nothing is as it seems and the outcome is something no one can predict.

I will be honest and say that these characters are messed up. Seriously I am still not sure if I really like these characters, but I will say that I was fascinated by them. I couldn't get enough of Naomi and Max, despite the fact that they were each sick and twisted. This book is hot and steamy, but they were willing to do whatever it took to win and that had me not only questioning their sanity but a bit of my own. I don't know what it says about me, but I couldn't put this one down and I really loved it. 

Overall, I really think that this book is one that a lot of people will enjoy, even while I know that there are others that won't. It is sick and twisted and the characters are seriously messed up. It has twists and turns and a darkness and grit that isn't typical in romance. If you are subject to triggers, I highly recommend reading some reviews and taking the warning seriously before deciding if this book is for you. For me though, this one kept me guessing the whole way through and I loved that it was so different. Clarissa Wild had me captivated right from the start, and I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

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Guest Post with Author Tamara Mataya and Giveaway

Meet Tamara Mataya author of Summer Indiscretions.

Tamara Mataya is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a librarian, and a musician with synesthesia. Armed with a name tag and a thin veneer of credibility, she takes great delight in recommending books and shushing people. She puts the 'she' in TWSS and the B in LGBTQIA+.

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ARC Review: Hooked on Trouble by Kelly Siskind

Hooked on Trouble is the first book that I have ever read from Kelly Siskind, but it definitely won't be my last. I really enjoyed this one and it is always such a great surprise to discover a new author. Though I am new to Kelly Siskind, this is actually the third book in her Over the Top series. I didn't have any problems understanding anything though as this is easily read as a standalone, and I am really excited to go back and read the previous books in the series. 

Raven and Nico spent a hot night together, but then he disappeared and Raven didn't hear from him again. With her guard back up, Raven is determined to focus on finding her sister rather than guys or relationships. But Nico hasn't stopped thinking about Raven, and he knows that the best way to show her that he wants her is to help her find her sister. But can he risk everything including his job for a chance at a future with her?

I loved how deep and layered these characters were. Raven was determined and strong, yet she also had a vulnerability to her as well that I found so easy to relate to. Nico was sexy and loyal and I really loved him. They had great chemistry and a strong connection. 

Overall, this was a great story. Each of these characters made mistakes and were frustrating at times, but I was invested right away and knew that they belonged together. They was an intensity to them that made this a captivating and emotional read. I highly recommend this one and I can't wait to go back and read the previous books. I might have been new to Kelly Siskind's books before Hooked on Trouble, but based on this book she is an author that I would recommend checking out.

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