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June 10, 2025
Book Blast: PERFECT VENGEANCE by Tee O'Fallon
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Trusting him could save her...or destroy her.
Robin Hood meets the Sopranos…an insanely dangerous scheme Gina Perot and her friends hatched to steal from the mob and donate the loot to a worthy cause. Successful Wall Street investment banker by day, cat burglar by night, Gina leads a double life. But she's never forgotten how the mob and the FBI destroyed her family and ripped her life apart. Now it's time for payback. Charity and revenge all rolled into one. Perfect. Until Gina's scheme sends her crashing headfirst into a major FBI investigation and facing heavy-duty federal obstruction charges. And, the hottest, most frustrating man she's ever met.
Stop stealing from the mob or else…is the order FBI Strike Force Special Agent Jack Gates gives Gina. But Jack quickly learns he can no sooner control a force of nature like Gina than he can control where a tornado sets down. Facing a court-ordered deadline, Jack needs Gina's cat burglar skills to help him bring down a powerful Mafioso. He makes her an offer she can't refuse: go to jail or work for him as an FBI cooperator. When the mob learns Gina's been ripping them off, Jack is determined to keep her safe at all costs. Even if that means confessing his terrible secret and losing her forever.
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“I didn’t break my word to you, I swear it. I only went back into the kitchen to get my penlight, and I found the cash on the floor. I couldn’t very well open that freezer door again, could I?” Tension from everything that had transpired over the last week slammed into her like a two-ton safe. “Fine. Don’t believe me. Throw me in jail, but keep my friends out of this.”
Leaving him standing in the living room, she spun and dashed into the kitchen. She whipped open the pantry doors and grabbed a bar of 80% Brazilian chocolate. She tore off the wrapper and broke off a chunk, about to shove it into her mouth when Jack ripped it from her hand.
“Did you eat any of that stuff yet?” He threw the chocolate bar to the floor. The look on his face was ten shades past furious. It was...dangerous. “Did you?”
“No, not that it’s any of your bus—”
He pulled her into his arms and covered her mouth with his. For a microsecond, she resisted, shoving her hands against his iron-hard chest. When she opened her mouth to tell him precisely what she thought of his manhandling her, he took full advantage and slipped his tongue between her lips.
Any resistance on her part died then and there. She melted into his warm body, absorbing his heat, his very breath, as he kissed her deeper. His big hands threaded through her hair, and he groaned into her mouth. The kiss became feral, all-consuming. Her mind went totally blank, but every square inch of her skin shimmered with sparks igniting simultaneously. In one split second, Jack had accomplished what no man ever had.
Gina felt alive in the arms of a man. Really alive.
About the Author:
Tee O'Fallon is the bestselling, award-winning author of the K-9 Special Ops, Federal K-9, NYPD Blue & Gold Series, and FBI Strike Force Series. Tee spent twenty-three years as a federal agent conducting complex, long- and short-term criminal investigations, including undercover operations, across many agencies at the federal level, and four years conducting multi-state investigations as a police investigator. It felt only natural to combine her hands-on experience in the field with her love of romantic suspense. Tee has lived in New York State most of her life with a five-year stop in Colorado. When not writing, Tee enjoys cooking, gardening, chocolate, lychee martinis, and all creatures canine.
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Book Blast: A NEW LIFE by L.J. Ambrosio
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From America to the streets of Paris, A New Life follows two friends as they navigate grief, love, and self-discovery in a city filled with history and hope.
A New Life is a story that lingers long after the last page.
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They rushed out of the hotel and stopped short of the Lyft; they gazed in wonderment at the outrageously small size of the car. Reluctantly they climbed into the car. It was like the Mouseketeer’s car; it was so small and they were so tall. They wondered if they should try another Lyft but there was not enough time. As they pulled away, they smelted gasoline or oil burning. Louie shot Ron a silly look, then smiled.
Ron hit the ceiling with every bump; his head bounced almost out of the taxi. Louie held his hand up to avoid suffering the same fate. The roads were rough all the way to the Air France Terminal. Louie told the driver he should sell his car to an amusement park.
Ron decided to travel with just a carry-on bag. He had no desire to check bags after remembering a few of Michael’s airline horror stories of his lost luggage. Michael, his mentor and friend, truly taught him the right way to travel safe and as a gentleman; they might give you an extra drink if you're nice.
As Ron approached the departure gate, he tried to put the thought of leaving Rhonda behind out of his mind but not his heart. He wondered what Michael would say to him about this incident with Rhonda. He would tell Ron to smile; Rhonda was in a better place.
About the Author:
Louis J. Ambrosio ran one of the most nurturing bi-coastal talent agencies in Los Angeles and New York. He started his career as a theatrical producer, running two major regional theaters for eight seasons. Ambrosio taught at seven universities. Ambrosio also distinguished himself as an award-winning film producer and novelist over the course of his impressive career.
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June 9, 2025
Blog Tour: EVER SINCE THE BALL by Kate Ellington
EVER SINCE THE BALL
Kate Ellington
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GENRE: Historical Romance
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BLURB:
MirandaHarlake's only chance to escape the detestable match her parents are arrangingis a sham betrothal to her best friend, Peter, who proposes solely to save herfrom a loveless marriage. She gratefully accepts, though both know they'llnever wed.
Piquedby her parents' scheming, Miranda secretly attends a masked ball and danceswith a fascinating stranger all night. Upon discovering her partner was theinsufferable George Rockford, she tries to forget the romantic evening theyshared.
George,lonely despite his popularity and roguish ways, is intrigued by Miranda butshe's apparently immune to his charms.
Mirandamust listen to her heart and find courage to be honest with everyone—especiallyherself—if for once she's going to fulfill her own dreams.
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ExcerptTwo:
As Mirandaapproached the drawing room she heard men’s voices, and neither of them was herfather’s. She guessed Mr. Tolwood had stopped by and brought someone with him,but when she strode into the room she nearly gasped aloud.
George andEbenezer Rockford stood chatting with her parents, glasses of sherry in theirhands. So this was why her mother had insisted she change. Nobody lookedMiranda’s way when she entered the room and she wanted to tiptoe out and sendCassandra down with a message that she was ill. Very ill. She sighed. It wouldnever work. Mentally preparing herself for an atrocious evening, she walked toher father’s side.
“Ah, here sheis at last!” Mr. Harlake said, taking her arm.
Miranda fixeda smile on her face as he steered her over to stand beside Ebenezer.
“You rememberMr. Rockford, don’t you, Miranda?” Mr. Harlake asked, eyes twinkling.
“Yes, ofcourse. Good evening.” Miranda hadn’t seen him up close in a long time. He haddark brown hair, brown eyes, and a short beard. She’d never been fond ofbeards.
Mr. Rockfordtook her hand and kissed it. “Good evening to you, Miss Harlake.”
She went topull her hand away, but he showed no sign of relinquishing it.
“Call herMiranda. So much friendlier,” Mrs. Harlake said with a wide smile.
“Then shemust call me Ebenezer.” He motioned to George. “You know my nephew, George?Why, you two must have gone to school together.”
Miranda was glad to remove her hand fromEbenezer’s grip as she turned to face George.
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
KateEllington grew up in a woodsy New England town where summer days at the lakeseemed to last forever. She read her first historical romance at age elevenwhen a teacher challenged her to find a book in the library written by anauthor she’d never heard of. Thus began a life-long love of love stories.
Aftergraduating from college with an art degree she settled in the PacificNorthwest, where she currently resides with her family.
Katewrote her first romance when she was sixteen, then set her pen down for yearsuntil another story floated into her head out of the clear blue sky. She jottedit down, just for fun, but soon it took on a life of its own.
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June 7, 2025
Review: GOOSEBUMPS: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DUMMY 3 by R.L. Stine
Never read the magic words that’llbring the new dummy to life. Suddenly, the dummy was showing up in the oddestplaces and causing havoc for two kids. The dummies were alive! And at the helmof this army was Slappy! How will the kids be able to get rid of 13 dummies? Agood read!
Rating:4 stars
Review: THE NIGHTMARE ROOM: LIAR, LIAR by R.L. Stine
Liar, liar, Ross. The boy justcouldn’t tell the truth no matter what. Of course, when you lie so much, no onetends to believe you. And so, no one believed Ross when he said he spotted histwin—a twin that doesn’t want him around. Ross was so confused about this andnobody would believe him either. And it seemed everyone was rememberingdifferent stuff about Ross like him loving brussels sprouts. Eck!
Turns out Ross was stuck in aparallel world—a world he didn’t belong. If he didn’t leave it soon, he woulddisappear forever. For once, Ross was gonna have to learn to tell the truth.
A good read!
Rating:4 stars
Review: FRIENDS FOREVER by Shannon Hale
Even though you were one of theolder kids in school, eighth grade was still tough for Shannon. Beauty andpopularity were two things that would be nearly impossible to get. Shannon justfelt ugly and uncool. Indeed, eighth grade was tough.
This graphic novel cutelyillustrates the trials and trauma of junior high. I enjoyed the comical scenesin it. Good illustrations!
Not only did Shannon want to bebeautiful and popular, but she also had big dreams of being a published author.What was more confusing was the topic of boys. How can you like them whenthey’re such total jerks? Yep, this story was totally relatable. I especiallyliked the daydreaming and emotional scenes. Truly artistic!
In the end, we are who we are andthat should be enough. A good read!
Rating:4 stars
Review: SNOW CAN BE DEADLY by Cindy Bell
A murder mystery weekend for thesenior sleuths. The resort they’re staying in gets snowed in by a storm whenEddy stumbles upon a body. Problem was that the body was not there whensecurity came. Was this part of the murder mystery play? Did Eddy have a fewtoo many drinks beforehand? Or was there a real murder here?
If who the gang suspected was thevictim, then there were several people that would’ve wanted the guy dead. Withsuch an interesting mystery, you can’t help but keep reading. I just love howthe senior sleuths work together to solve a case. A great mystery!
Rating:5 stars
Review: RACING AND ROBBERIES by Cindy Bell
The girls just bought a new usedcar. After dropping it off at the mechanic, Mary, the next day, finds the ownerdead under a truck. What could’ve happened? Was it a robbery gone wrong? It wasanother chance for Mary and Suzie to seek justice for someone. Could this havesomething to do with a disgruntled race car driver?
A good mystery!
Rating:4 stars
June 6, 2025
Spotlight: STEPPING ACROSS THE ENGLISH CHANNEL by Kat Caldwell
Genre: Historical Romance
Summary: They thought marriage would be easy, but marriage is never convenient.
“The will says the house is ‘for you, your wife and children, Philip.’ But you have no wife. Therefore, the house is mine.”
It’s 1836, England. At only 33, Philip Daucer planned to explore the world, then settle down.. But with his brother threatening his inheritance, Phillip is backed into a corner. Determined to save what he inherited—and beat his brother at his own game—Phillip sets out to find a wife.
In faraway Spain, Carmen Suárez is reeling from a failed relationship. Enter Phillip, a man who makes her heart soar. Tall, handsome and very English, he offers marriage and adventure—life in another country. Sadly, Philip is proposing they marry for convenience—he will offer her the security of marriage, if she helps him keep his house, Carmen accepts his terms.
But as they rush to solve their immediate problems, Phillip and Carmen open themselves to clashes over culture and religion. Putting love secondary to his inheritance, Phillip asks too much of Carmen. Disappointed, she considers returning to Spain.
When threatened with stronger adversaries than expected, Philip and Carmen must change course before one house and one secret add up to potential disaster. When their marriage becomes anything but convenient, can they let love win?
Follow Phillip and Carmen’s journey as Kat Caldwell marries historical romance, cultural clashes, in this friends-to-lovers page turner that will have you up all night.
Author Bio: This Wisconsinite cherishes her early childhood outside, but asthma soon forced her indoors where she discovered a world through books. She started to as a very young kid, primarily 'fan fiction' of the books she had just read, though she didn't know the name for it.
Kat continued to write through middle and high school, but soon found herself pressured by the people around her to pursue a 'real job/real degree'. Instead she traveled a bit while trying to finish a linguistics degree...which she has never really put to use other than learning to speak languages.
Finding herself fired in the crisis of 2008, Kat set about reviving her dream to be a writer. After trying her hand at blogging and writing for online magazines, and having three little rambunctious girls, she wrote several books that she is now able to publish through her own company, Ladwell Publishing. It is an exciting time in the publishing industry and Kat is happy to be part of it.
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June 5, 2025
Blog Tour: FINDING YOU by Sharon C. Cooper
One unforgettable night changes everything.
Finding You
Priestly Family Series Book 2
by Sharon C. Cooper
Genre: Contemporary Romance
One unforgettablenight changes everything.
Zion Priestly has oneregret—not getting the full name of the woman he’d spent the most incrediblenight of his life with. It’s been almost a year, and not a day goes by withouthim thinking about her. But when a twist of fate brings them face-to-face, Zionis shocked. Especially when she hits him with unexpected news.
Raven Shepherdthought a positive pregnancy test weeks after returning from Vegas was thebiggest surprise of her life. Wrong. Running into Zion, the mystery manwho she had a one-night stand with wins that award. Who knew leaving Houston toget away from her unhinged ex-boyfriend would send her into the arms of the manshe hasn’t stopped dreaming about? Their sexual chemistry is even more intensethan before, but Zion is younger than her—something Raven didn’t realize. Asfor him, he can’t seem to wrap his mind around the fact that he’s afather.
Just as they manage to push aside all the obstacles keeping them frombeing together, Raven’s ex shows up with a shocking revelation. Can Zion andRaven have the future they desire? Or will a master manipulator’s lies andschemes keep them from truly being a family?
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Believing In You
Priestly Family Series Book 1
Aftera case of mistaken identity, riddled with betrayal, Harrison Grant isstruggling to open himself up to other people again. He lost a part of himselfwhile in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and it seems impossible to moveforward.
EnterNyla Priestly. She’s a woman with a bubbly smile for everyone she meets and whoalways has a kind word to say. The jaded version of Harrison wants to doubt herpersonality is real. No one can be that happy all the time. Right?
Nylahas never been into the broody type. Yet something about Harrison makes herbody crave him. Sure, he’s gorgeous and happens to be one of the sexiestsaxophone players she’s ever met. But achieving her dream of owning Moody DaysJazz Club is top priority. She doesn’t have time to deal with a man. No matterhow good he makes her feel.
AsHarrison falls for Nyla and helps her fulfill her dreams, can her unceasinglove be enough for him to trust again?
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USA Today bestselling author Sharon C. Cooper loves anything involvingromance with a happily-ever-after, whether in books, movies, or real life. Shewrites contemporary romance, romantic suspense, as well as romantic comedy. Sheenjoys rainy days, carpet picnics, and family game night. Her stories have wonnumerous awards, including The Rochelle Alers Best Series award for herAtlanta’s Finest Series (2022) and The Beverly Jenkins Author of the Year award(2021). When she isn’t writing, Sharon loves hanging out with her amazinghusband, doing volunteer work, or reading a good book (a romance of course). Toread more about Sharon and her novels, or to sign up to be notified of herlatest releases, visit www.sharoncooper.net
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