In Step/Progress

by Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue

In Step

Wilkins a conservative soldier gets the shock of her life upon her first meeting with Johnson, an overly liberal journalist from San Antonio. Johnson is blunt, loud, and kind of cute but nevertheless, the exact opposite of quiet, rule-bound Wilkins. Johnson, who happens to be best friends with Wilkins' superior, Tech Sergeant Ian Morris, ends up falling head over heels for the modest sergeant, and upon learning the nature of Johnson's feelings, Wilkins tries her best to avoid the extraverted woman, knowing that if she gives in to the promised affection, her job title and reputation will be compromised. However, when Johnson is assigned to do an undercover story about life as an Air Force trainee and is asked to reside in the dormitories as a trainee, all chaos breaks loose. Wilkins ends up having to choose between love and her responsibility as a soldier, knowing that her choice may have a lasting effect on the rest of her life.


Progress

Dean, a young woman that lost her partner in a car accident takes a job at a hotel during her time of mourning, leaving her old life behind. When a new woman, Kayla, gets hired to assist her in running the hotel, Dean gets defensive, and the two battle it out until the doors of the past are reopened. In the meantime, Dean is called back to her side job as a private investigator and has to break the secrets behind a drug-hustling prostitution ring without blowing her cover. Dean and Kayla begin to grow close, and as everything plays out, Dean has to decide what is important in her life and if she will ever be able to let another person in without blowing her cover.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 26, 2018

About the author

Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue is a Midwest-based author known for her captivating lesbian romance novels, compelling mysteries, and heart-pounding thrillers. With a talent for weaving emotion, suspense, and authenticity into every story, Nicole has built a loyal readership drawn to her richly developed characters and relatable themes. Her work reflects a deep understanding of human connection, identity, and resilience, often exploring the complexities of relationships in high-stakes settings.

Nicole holds a Master’s degree in Business Management with a focus on marketing, a background that not only informs her strategic approach to publishing but also brings a thoughtful precision to her storytelling. She began writing at a young age, inspired by a book she found in her local library written by a fellow eight-year-old. That early moment of discovery sparked a lifelong passion that has guided her creative journey ever since.

When she’s not writing, Nicole enjoys cooking new recipes, exploring new places through travel, and spending quality time with her family. Her stories are rooted in experience and imagination, making her voice both grounded and uniquely engaging. Whether penning a slow-burning romance or a thrilling mystery, Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue invites readers into worlds where love and intrigue go hand in hand.

Reviews

[JT · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would recommend this audio book. I enjoyed both or the stories on this audio book. The characters are well developed and engagaing. The story lines are so drastically different and also developed in such a way that pausing the book is undesirable. Emmalyn's ability to bring the characters and story to life in a way that is suspenseful, and sensual rolled into one package is awesome. Nicole has presented two believable stories...where is the rest? I am excited for more.

[Mandy Sawyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Step
This book is very gritty. It had me gripped from the very beginning. Lots going on in this non stop action packed book. Great narration from Emmalyn.
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Progress
This book had a twist that pretty much gave me whiplash! I should be used to Nicole and her WTF moments. Great writing and Emmalyn gives a fantastic performance.
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[Kristina Lovel · Rating 4 out of 5]

First they suck me in, then they leave me hanging. I hope sequels are planned for these two novels. great writing. A word of warning, the second book has a lot of potential triggers for some people.

[Deedra · Rating 3 out of 5]

audible:I wasn't impressed with the stories.The narration,by Emmalyn Miles was stilted and dull. was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

[Iris Ducey]

I was disappointed I hope there is a sequel