Her Broken Hero Billionaire (Billionaire Bachelor Mountain Cove, Book 8) by Stephanie Fowers

Her Broken Hero Billionaire (Billionaire Bachelor Mountain Cove, Book 8) by Stephanie Fowers

ebook, 177 pages

Publication: May 20th 2020 by Gelato Publishing LLC 

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given. 

   

If she wasn’t on the run, she’d leave...

But she’s stuck with him like Persephone with Hades.

Welcome to Billionaire Bachelor Mountain Cove. Off the grid, exclusive and remote, it’s the best place for a man to lick his wounds and heal.

Jett Eastwood’s climbing accident changes the course of his life forever.

Hannah Noah must escape an abusive ex who will do anything to get her back, even frame her for murder.

When she finds refuge with the brooding Jett, she promises to train his broken body so he can climb again. But can he return the favor and heal her broken heart?

 

My Review: 4 Stars

 

Jett and Hannah each have their own personal mountains to climb. An accident has changed Jett caused him to turn into a reclusive beast, of sorts. Hannah is on the run from her past and this beauty finds peace in the fortress that Jett lives in. 

 

Jett is very innovative and I was fascinated by the inventions that he creates, especially when Hannah inspires him. I mean, seriously. The climbing world would be vastly different if people had access to these creations. 

 

These characters have a very interesting connection and relationship and I would have loved to have seen that fleshed out even a little more. I wanted to watch the chemistry unfold more vividly, although I was happy with the morsels of attraction that I got. I loved the Hades and Persephone and Beauty and the Beast vibes that threaded throughout the story.

 

This Cove is an interesting place and I love getting to know the people who live there. The mansion sounded amazing and I loved visualizing it, but it was really the characters who stole my heart. It happens every time... 

Content: mild+ peril/danger (talk of abuse, an accident, stalking/attempted kidnapping); mild+ romance (kissing, light innuendo)

Do Marry Your Billionaire Boss by Cami Checketts {Review}

Do Marry Your Billionaire Boss by Cami Checketts

Kindle Edition, 180 pages

Published March 6th 2020 by Birch River Publishing 

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.

 

    

 

A reclusive billionaire; a feisty woman who unmasks celebrities. Can they learn to love or will she forever damage his trust? 

Jade Jardine has been anxious to meet Joshua Jewel and see if the celebrity who hides his face from the world is incredible or insane. When someone claims she embezzled from Joshua's company will she find a hero and man she's been hoping for, or a wealthy jerk who only cares about his bottom line? Find out in this fast-paced and tender romance.

 

My Review: 5 Stars

 

I miss traveling right now and I loved slipping between the pages to explore a ritzy resort in Puerto Rico, followed by a dreamy cruise in the Caribbean. This story had me wanting to swing in a hammock while drinking a virgin tropical delight with the ocean waves setting turned up loud on my sound machine.

 

Joshua is a man on a mission and I loved the ways he went incognito to investigate a mysterious embezzlement with his company. Each facet of his personality were illustrated in the characters he portrayed and it was such a fun way for Jade to get to know him, even if it wasn't exactly honest. I loved Jade's playful and adventurous spirit, especially as she pushed herself to try new things and allowed herself to truly feel.  

 

While this book is full of attraction from the very first time eyes were laid on one another, the tension burned as hot as the noon-day sun in summertime, and the elements of mystery (with undertones of danger) were a perfect companion to the romance and true to this author's style. What a fun escape!

 

Content: mild moments of peril/danger; very mild religion; mild+ romance (innuendo, kissing)

Give Me a Dream by Zoe Ann Wood {Review}

Give Me a Dream by Zoe Ann Wood (Billionaires Abroad)

Kindle Edition, 95 pages

Published July 21st 2019 by Amazon Digital Services 

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.

 

    

 

When in Rome … don’t tell your boss you’re in love with him.

Ava has the perfect job - with one exception. She’s been in love with her boss for years, and she’s finally resigning. If only she could do it without telling Daniel how she feels about him.

Daniel’s billion-dollar empire is thriving, and Ava is crucial to its success. Which is why Daniel absolutely can’t let her know he’s fallen for her. Keeping his distance is key.

But a work trip to Rome threatens to shatter their carefully constructed defenses. Spending time together in the beautiful ancient city brings out feelings they can no longer hide. Their careers and their happiness will crumble if they refuse to open their hearts.

 

My Review: 4 Stars

 

There's nothing more delicious than a romance where both characters are in love with each other, but they have no idea what the other one is feeling. Ava has a fantastic job, but feels she has to quit after this one last business trip to Italy...because she's desperately in love with her boss. Meanwhile, Daniel just can't stop thinking about his vivacious, gorgeous, and efficient employee.

 

I loved exploring Rome, Italy along with Ava and Daniel and the romance was as exciting as the setting and history of this beautiful, ancient place. While short and sweet, this novella gives the reader a delightful taste of culture and love that can be enjoyed in the amount of time one savors a decadent dessert. 

 

Content: mild+ romance (a little steamy clean kissing, some innuendo)  

My Not So Wicked Boss by Jennifer Peel {Review}

My Not So Wicked Boss by Jennifer Peel

Kindle Edition, 286 pages

Published July 31st 2019 

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.

    

Love knows no contract.

Aspen Parker's life can be summed up in one word. Unexpected. For instance, she never expected to become a mother at twenty. Her divorce at twenty-one really threw her off. She certainly didn't see losing her promotion at the bank to that weasel Stephen. And she most definitely didn't see Miles Wickham, better known as Taron Taylor--international bestselling author, the man whose words have captivated her--offering her a job to be his nephew's nanny.

But there's a caveat to accepting the position; she must sign a contract agreeing to no romantic entanglements between her and the debonair Brit. Aspen doesn't expect this to be an issue seeing as she's not particularly fond of men. Once again, though, life is not turning out how she expected.

While Aspen and Miles traverse single parenthood together, there's no denying the chemistry between them. She can't figure out how her charming boss knows how to pierce the protective layers of her heart, and it's driving her mad. Mad with desire that is. Miles, too, is finding it hard to resist the reserved beauty who brilliantly takes care of his nephew and him. But with both their tentative hearts on the line, can they risk taking a chance on each other? Which will win? Love or the contract?

My Review: 5 Stars

The biggest reason why I like to read is to escape and wowza! this story was a delicious escape from my insanely stressful week. Aspen's life hasn't gone according to her plans and that right there caught me. My life hasn't been a walk in the park lately and I get so uptight about it, but watching how Aspen handled life gave me hope. Okay, so she's not real, but Jennifer Peel sure knows how to write realistic characters and I felt like I was learning a few lessons from a good friend through the course of her story.

Part of Aspen's problem stems from the lack of trust towards the male species. Enter Miles--the gorgeous, talented, famous Brit, who is also a man of many powerful words. In other words, her favorite author.   

In an epic battle of wit, chemistry, and swoon, Miles and Aspen navigate uncharted territory, with an odious contract hanging over their heads, and I happily immersed myself in their story for a time. Their relationship is like chocolate and peanut butter--smooth, rich, creamy, and totally meant to be together. Kudos to Ms. Peel for writing yet another fabulous swoony romance that resonated in my heart long after the last page was devoured.

Content: mild language; mild+ swoony romance (kissing, some innuendo)

Her Boss (The Braxton Brother #1) by Anne-Marie Meyers {Review}

Her Boss (The Braxton Brothers #1) by Anne-Marie Meyer

Kindle Edition, 181 pages

Published January 31st 2019 by Sweet Heart Books, LLC 

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.

 

    

 

 

She's the nanny. He's the boss. Feelings weren't supposed to get involved.

Joshua Braxton has moved back home to Honey Grove with his son after a heart breaking divorce. Determined to hide out at his parent's house to heal his wounds, he's decided that love is the last thing he needs. Too bad his mom, known as the town's busybody, has a different plan in mind. She not only invites Beth, the girl who grew up across the street and declared her love for him as kids, to dinner, but she also suggests that he hire her as his nanny. All of this wouldn't matter if Beth were still the lanky girl next door instead of the beautiful and mysterious woman she’s become.

Beth Johnson is back home in Honey Grove after losing her job and getting dumped by her longtime boyfriend. When she discovers that her mother has been keeping her cancer a secret, Beth can't help but make her stop a permanent stay. Desperate to find a job, she agrees to Mrs. Braxton's proposal that she nanny Josh's son. If only she could forget her past feelings for Josh then this might be the best option for her. Too bad that's easier said then done.

Feelings start to deepen and both begin to realize that perhaps, fate brought them together. But as Beth's feelings grow, she realizes she can't both respect her mother's wishes of keeping her cancer a secret and let Josh into her life like she so desperately wants to. With their past hurt lingering on their minds, both are left to decide if love is worth fighting for or if being together just isn’t in the cards for them.

 

My Review: 4 Stars

 

The friend-next-door-all-grown-up is a fun idea and I loved how Josh and Beth came together once again. Josh is now divorced and has custody of his young song. Moving back home with his parents wasn't in his plan, but is necessary for the moment. Beth is also back home, returning to care for her sick and secretive mother. Josh needs a nanny and Beth needs a job. It's perfect, isn't it?

 

Of course not! Enter the give-and-take of a hesitant relationship. I know I often revert to my insecure teenage self when I'm around those who intimidated me as a teen and that feeling was easy for me to relate to, whether or not it was intended to be that way.

 

I loved Beth's instant connection with Josh's son, as that shows her in her element. Secrets can drive a wedge between a couple, as they soon discover, and the challenge to maneuver around promises and hope is tricky, but not impossible. This story was interesting and sweet, even with a manipulative vixen in the wings. I'm curious to see where the rest of the series will lead to. 

 

Content: mild romance