Super Reader – Books, Reviews, & Recommendations

  💖💖💖💖💖 Save Me by Samantha Chase, book three in The Donovans series, is another small town, big family romance that has so much packed in it with its big family drama and humor. Ryleigh Donovan is fed up with her mother and all her matchmaking antics. Where did she find these guys? I mean, it’s like she didn’t truly know her daughter. Then there was the way she sprung these guys on Ryleigh; with no warning. Ryker Masella recently moved to Laurel Bay, a bit directionless, but he loved hanging out at the Donovan Pub. He was crushing on Ryleigh and couldn’t understand what game her mom was playing, and why Ryleigh keeps ignoring his advances . Yes, he didn’t look like any of those guys. He wore the look of a bad boy: tattoos, long hair, and no job that anyone knew of; the total opposite of those guys. Stalking out of the pub after arguing with her mom, Ryleigh realized, too late, that she didn’t have her keys. An accidental kiss, a plan to fake date a few times, might just get...

  💖💖💖💖 Spurred to Justice by Delores Fossen, book four in The Law of Lubbock County series, is an edge of your seat wild suspense ride from start to finish. FBI Agent Nolan Dalton and former cop Adalyn Baxter were once together in a relationship. They broke up over the circumstances surrounding his father's murder, but now they're being brought back together by a serial killer who's hell-bent on spilling all the secrets that Nolan never even saw coming. The Grave Digger, the serial killer, texts Adalyn and Nolan, directing them to the location of the latest victim; as well as the victim's employer, retired sheriff Jeb Mercer. They rush to the location mentioned in the text, to try and save this latest kidnapped woman. There is nonstop explosive (literally) action blowing up around Nolan and Adalyn; not to mention the twists and turns, red herrings, and ambiguous clues thrown in for good measure.   Ms. Fossen did an excellent job keeping the readers on their toes...

  💖💖💖💖💖 Breaking All the Rules, by Amy Andrews, part of her Credence series, is a lighthearted, laugh-out-loud, witty, clever, feel-good tale that takes you into the life of Beatrice Archer, a young executive, who has basically run away to Credence, Colorado. She left her all-consuming job in advertising after being passed over for a promotion, once again. She has barely left the small apartment she rented until a quest for sugar brings her out. She then runs right into Officer Austin Cooper, a local police officer, who is entirely too charming for his own good. These two were great together from the start. Bea is older than Austin so she resists getting involved but it really just is meant to be and the chemistry between them is off the charts. Ms. Andrews wrote a wonderful, funny, emotional, and hot story that is not to be missed. She provided a tale that sizzled with their chemistry, humorous conversations, laugh-out-loud moments, and endearing characters giving Bea an...

  💖💖💖💖💖 The Imperfect Proposal by Annie Dyer, book four in The English Gent series, gives us Shay and Thea’s long awaited story. This story grabbed me on page one, not letting go till I turned the last page. I will warn you to keep tissues nearby, as this is a truly emotional rollercoaster, with all the ups and downs of whether this relationship is a restart or the end for them. Ten years ago, Thea and Shay got married in Vegas. The next day, Thea was gone; she had left to make her flight in order to work with Médecins sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders); not even saying goodbye to Shay. Shay had no idea where his wife went to after their first night as husband and wife. This separation just about destroyed both of them. Neither asked for a divorce during their separation; nor did Shay tell anyone about his wife.   He tried to contact her, but Thea only sent postcards in return. She saved her unmailed letters, for just the right moment to share with Shay. They ...

💖💖💖💖💖   One Night Rancher by Maisey Yates, book three in her The Carsons of Lone Rock series, is Jace and Cara’s friends-to-lovers story. Jace Carson has forgotten how to love; or rather he couldn’t. Losing his sister Sophia, when he was twelve, was devastating. With that lost he shut down his emotions and heart to any kind of deep relationships or love; so that he could never get hurt again. He loved his family but again kept them at arm’s length, so it doesn't hurt quite so bad when they leave. But Cara was different, she was his best friends and she reminded him of his sister Sophia. So he became Cara's protector as well as her best friend. Did he notice she was beautiful, intelligent and kind, absolutely, but those thoughts were placed in the back of his mind. He also doesn't believe in having a dream in life. Dreams mean you look towards the future, and Jace doesn't know how to do that. He lives in the moment, rides the rodeo, and when he's not out on the ...

  💖💖💖💖💖 One Duke Down by Anna Bennett, book two in her Rogues to Lovers series, is an entertaining, steamy, romantic, and wonderful story with a touch of humor, intrigue, family drama, supportive friends, a beautiful, vividly described setting, a delightful, heart-warming romance, with a twist. Poppy Summers is truly a fisherman's daughter, and now the sole provider for her ill father. She spends her days on the water, hauling in her nets and selling her fish at market. Imagine her shock to find a gorgeous injured male tangled in her nets one morning; one claiming to be a Duke. That head wound has obviously made him delusional. Andrew Keane is the Duke of Hawking, and he's having a heck of a time convincing the fiery haired fishing beauty that he is truly telling the truth. He does, however, convince her to hide him away on her beach, allowing him time to heal, and figure out who wants him dead. Poppy may not believe him, but she can't turn down the large sum of money ...

💖💖💖💖💖   Harley and Gavin's love story in Make A Wish by Helena Hunting, book three in her Spark House series, a beautiful conclusion to three sisters' stories, a combines the stress of running a business with all that entails; dreams, goals, creative genius with the delicate balancing act of trying to live your life and finding happiness one deserves. It is an amazing and heartbreaking story of family, relationships, and acceptance; a single dad, and an age-gap; misunderstanding and mistrust; drama and heartbreak; romance, passion, love. We witness youngest sister Harley struggling to find her place at Spark House as they grow, especially with franchise opportunities possible, and her desire to return to working with children. While her sisters, Avery and London, have a great business sense, Harley has that special ability to connect with others; especially with children. She loves kids and helping to grow their creative side.   At the last children's birthday p...

💖💖💖💖 Come What Maybe by Kerri Carpenter , book one in her Seaside Cove series, is a small town love story, focusing on the oldest of three adults sisters who return a small coastal town in Maine near Kennebunkport, to help her youngest sister through her troubles. They are staying with their tough but loving grandmother who practically raised them after their mother’s death. On her first night back in Seaside Cove she visits the local bar. She is surprised to find it owned and run by her childhood frenemy Ethan McAllister. They crushed on each other as kids but she ended up dating his best friend, became the antagonizing third wheel. Ethan has traveled and lived by the seat of his pants before returning home and buying the bar. Ethan had a bad marriage that left him cautious about relationships, but the connection he and Lauren have is different, it sizzles and sparks; drawing them together. Unfortunately, there are consequences to their time together, freaking out Lauren, the perf...

💖💖💖💖💖 How to Lose at Love by Sara Ney, book one in her Campus Legends Series, is Dallas and Ryann’s fake relationship story between two totally opposite college students. Dallas Colter is following in the footsteps of his famous father and older brother by heading to the NFL after college. He’s a bit gruff on the outside and his agent is looking to change that reputation before the draft. After the best meet cute ever, Dallas finds himself drawn to the sarcastic and brilliant Ryann and asks for her help, offering a fake relationship. Dallas appears crude and rude and gruff to Ryann and she might just take him up on the offer to help him out so she can teach him a few things. However, they actually teach one another a few things. What started off as something fake ends up being so much more, which takes everyone by surprise especially Dallas and Ryann.   Ryann was feisty and didn’t put up with much. Dallas was a jock, but not the usual kind of player that is usually portra...

  💖💖💖💖 Cowboy in a Kilt by Kait Nolan, book one in her Kilted Hearts series, is a wonderful, heartwarming story featuring Raleigh and Kyla as they struggle to save their land as they are given the chance for a new beginning. Texan Raleigh Beaumont was devastated during the reading of his father’s will, he learns that the homestead that had belonged to his deceased mother, was going to be inherited by his father’s wife, leaving Raleigh without anything; inheritance, home or horse. His friend Zeke takes him to Vegas so he can forget his troubles and figure out what to do next, he unexpectedly meets Afton, wins a poker game and becomes the new Baron of Lochmara, in Scotland. Grateful for the chance of a new beginning, he’s ready to embrace his new life. Unfortunately, Raleigh didn’t know that in order to keep his land, he and his neighbor, Kyla, have to abide a marriage pack made 300 years ago. Raleigh and Kyla are actually more alike and have so much in common with their love...

  💖💖💖💖💖 Truly You by Claudia Burgoa, book four in her Luna Harbor series, is a heartwarming, emotional, and amazing love story . Siobhan is managing the Wicked Luna Brewery and has agreed to a no strings attached relationship with her new boss. Iskander is emotionally damaged and refuses to open his heart to love and relationships; although he does have the irresistible Cantu’ charm that allowed Siobhan to fall in love with him. Siobhan is an amazing, intelligent woman with an open heart and so much love to offer him. During their three years together, in this no-string relationship, Siobhan has built a wall around her heart to keep it from getting broken when he ends things. Basically, Siobhan is the perfect woman to soften Iskander’s heart. Deep down, Iskander knows there’s no one else that could possibly crack his shell but her. They’ve been together for three years now, still claiming that there is no relationship; they are just friends with benefits. But when things get ...

  💖💖💖💖💖 A Guide to Being Just Friends   by Sophie Sullivan, book three in her Jansen Brothers series, is a sweet, slow burn, heartfelt friends-to-lovers romance with characters that feel real; people you'd like to know. From the meet cute of a mistaken identity, to Wes wanting to help Hailey grow her business, there are sparks, connections, and humorous situations that bring them together.   Hailey Sharp left the glitter of LA after breaking up with her ex and moving to a town near her cousin, Piper, to start her own salad shop. Wes Jansen is looking for something intense and hopeful just like his brothers Chris and Noah, and decided to join them on the west coast; away from their abusive and manipulative father. He wants to find a compatible woman to date, using dating apps, which was the cause of the mistaken identity meet-up with Hailey. She sort of looked liked the blurry picture on his phone. Despite their first meeting being less than friendly, Hailey and W...

💖💖💖💖💖 The Forever Family by Shirley Jump, book two in her Harbor Cover series, is about family, friendship, and love in Harbor Cove.  Emma Monroe, the youngest of three close sisters, is a free spirit who seldom stayed with anything for very long; job, apartment, or boyfriend. She does a lot of things without thinking, which sometimes has major consequences. She decides to attend a yoga retreat in Las Vegas, without reading the paperwork, which leads to discovering that the retreat is for couples who will be married or renew their vows. Meeting Luke Carter, a man she’s met exactly three times prior, at the retreat seems serendipitous, so they pretend to be a couple; only to be legally married by the retreat leader in a group ceremony. Emma might be spontaneous, but even this is too much for her. The next morning, instead of facing Luke, Emma sneaks out, back home to Harbor Cove, where she should have nama- stayed  in the first place. It shouldn’t be difficult to annul ...

  PUFFIN BAY Annie Dyer Release Date: March 30   Heartbreak led me to Puffin Bay, searching for peace in a small, coastal town.  Four years later, my bar is thriving and my next business is just what the town needs.   It doesn’t need Roman Tominey.  Arrogant, city-boy, suit-wearing grump - he knows how to push every one of my buttons, and after an evening of bad decisions, he knows how to push  that  one too.   When Roman’s newly found teenage son joins him, Roman’s summer stay is extended. We spend the days arguing over a building project the local council insisted we did together, and the evenings with him sneaking into my room.   Roman’s a businessman with his own ambitions for Puffin Bay - and they don’t agree with mine.  Our differences could turn our not-so-secret romance to dust, but my grumpy single dad doesn’t seem to want to stop the sparks.   Even if he has to discard his suit - and its button...

  💖💖💖💖💖 Faux Beau by Marina Adair, book one in her Sierra Vista series, is a wonderful and heartwarming story dealing with a mistaken identity, one-night-stand, friends-to-lovers, fake relationship with some sizzling chemistry. Milly and Jax are each having to deal with their own life issues before their fake romance starts. Jax hasn't been home in a year since his argument with his twin brother and he needs to find his place within his found family and their family business. Milly is deeply mourning the loss of her sister and struggling to move on. There is a case of mistaken identity involved; which was cleared up right away, and a night of sizzling chemistry between the sheets which turns into fake dating; in a need to safe face..   Ms. Adair wrote a wonderful, sweet and heartwarming story that should not be missed. She provided a tale written in alternating viewpoint , magnetic attraction, sizzling chemistry, wonderful and humorous conversations, and a strong sup...

  CRUEL KING K.A. Linde Release Date: March 28   A new stand alone fake relationship romance set in the glitz and glamour of the Cruel world from  USA Today  bestselling author K.A. Linde...   The most eligible bachelor in New York City just asked me to be  his  fake fiancé.   Gavin King is six and a half feet of delectable billionaire with a devil’s smile that says he knows exactly what he’s going to do to me later. Because he  has .   Three years ago, I caught him in the shower and promptly fell into his bed. But neither of us were relationship material. Not to mention I’d just broken up with his best friend.   Now, I’m back in the city and he has a plan: Go to his cousin’s wedding. Convince his family that he’s not an eternal bachelor. Post a huge elaborate break up  later .   With those big puppy dog eyes begging me to agree, claiming I’m the only one who can pull it off, I say yes. Wh...