Happy Wednesday and welcome back to another WWW Wednesday post! If you’re new to WWW Wednesday, this is a weekly book meme hosted by Sam @ Taking on a World of Words. Each week we answer the three W’s.
What are you currently reading?
What did you recently finish reading?
What do you plan on reading next?
Let’s get started.
I’m Currently Reading:
I received an advanced copy of The One Who Stays (Summer Island Series #1) by Toni Blake in the mail yesterday, I’m jumping into this book right after I finish this post! I cannot wait to read this one. Toni Blake is a new to me author and this cover speaks to me. I’m intrigued.
The One Who Stays
(Summer Island #1)
By: Toni Blake
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: HQN Books
Release Date: July 30th, 2019
Blurb:
Lose your heart to Summer Island, where summers are easy, winters are cozy and friends welcome you with open arms
Summer Island has always been home to Meg Sloan. She runs the Summerbrook Inn, like her grandmother did, and she loves the laid-back pace of life and the close-knit community the island offers. Meg also loves Zack Sheppard, but what she doesn’t love is Zack’s refusal to commit to an exclusive relationship.
Seth Darden arrives on Summer Island in search of summer work, but also in search of something else—his past. There are secrets buried at the Summerbrook Inn, secrets that forged the path of Seth’s life. But he wasn’t counting on falling for the lovely innkeeper, Meg.
When Meg meets Seth, she can’t ignore the sparks that fly between them, even though she feels like her heart has been torn in half. But if Zack won’t commit, should she take the leap with Seth? And can she even have a future with him if he can’t reckon with his past?
I Recently Finished:
This week I finished ___ books! First was an advanced copy of Piece Of My Heart (Fostering Love #4) by Nicole Jacquelyn. All the freaking feels with this one! I laughed and I seriously had a melt down ugly cry moment. I was shocked, I didn’t expect Nicole Jacquelyn to tear my heart out of my chest… I Loved This One!!
Piece Of My Heart
(Fostering Love #4)
By: Nicole Jacquelyn
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Forever
Release Date: July 23rd, 2019
Blurb:
I also read The Perfect Catch by Joanne Rock. This one was a miss for me. It had great potential. The writing style and the flow threw me for a loop and I found it hard to actually get into the story.
The Perfect Catch
(Texas Playmakers #1)
By: Joanne Rock
Genre: Sports Romance
Publisher: Tule Publishing
Publication Date: May 9th, 2019
Blurb:
He didn’t think coming home would mean falling in love
Outfielder Calvin Ramsey returns to his Texas farm home after being released from his team, an unexpected surprise sure to tarnish the family baseball legacy. But when he finds a sexy stranger acting as the temporary caretaker for his childhood home, all thoughts of baseball disappear.
She won’t fall for another player
After losing her savings to a swindler ex-boyfriend, Josie Vance moves to Last Stand to start fresh where no one knows her unhappy past or the con that bankrupted her. But her peaceful healing time evaporates when the homeowner’s son arrives and throws himself into life on the farm—and charming Josie. She can’t risk an affair that draws attention to her or her past. Especially not when the public’s fascination with the baseball-playing Ramsey clan is at an all-time high. Can she keep her secrets, her low profile, and her heart too?
I also read Game On by Joanne Rock. I went into this one with absolutely no expectations, considering I didn’t like the first book in the Texas Playmakers Series but I enjoyed this one! I felt this book flowed better than the first in the series. I could actually comprehend what was going on and I really enjoyed the vibe!
Game On
(Texas playmakers #2)
By: Joanne Rock
Genre: Sports Romance
Publisher: Tule Publishing
Release Date: August 8th, 2019
Blurb:
He’s home to recover …and rekindle a romance with his first love
After a hitting streak propels him onto a major league roster, Nate Ramsey lands on the injured list. The one bright spot in a frustrating summer is returning home to Last Stand, Texas – until he’s tasked with confronting Keely Harper, an old flame whose business is running roughshod over his grandfather’s farm. Nate accepted it when she ended things five years ago, but he won’t overlook a slight to the rest of the Ramseys. What game is she playing?
Keely has always carried the weight of responsibility for her dysfunctional family, so she can’t regret the way she ended things with Nate. Cutting him loose to pursue his dreams was the kindest thing she could have done for a man with talent to take him far beyond Last Stand. Except now he’s back, and the fireworks between them haven’t faded a bit. If she gives into the temptation of a kiss, will she be able to let him go again once his injury heals and baseball wants him back?
I also finished an advanced copy of Until December (Until Her/Until Him #8) by Aurora Rose Reynolds. I loved December and Gareth’s story. Hello…Sexy Single Father with alphamale tendencies… what’s not to love about this one!
Until December
(Until Her/Him Series #8)
By: Aurora Rose Reynolds
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Trope: Single Father
Publisher: Self Published
Release Date: July 30th, 2019
Blurb:
Gareth Black is drawn to December Mayson the moment he spots her across the room at her cousin’s wedding. When he approaches the beautiful woman, she captivates him with her shyness and wit, making him crave her.
With a pull so strong it’s impossible to ignore, December knows there’s something between her and Gareth. She just hopes they’re capable of jumping the hurdles ahead of them.
Two boys, an ex, a surprise that will change everything, and a disgruntled co-worker, guarantee these two will have their work cut out for them if they are going to find their happily ever after.
Last but not least, I just finished a copy of Big Shot by Katy Evans. To be honest, I didn’t love this one as much as I loved her previous work. It was a good story but I feel it lacked the bells and whistles that I’ve come to love from Katy Evans. I needed more heat and more chemistry. This one was a like, not a love.
Big Shot
By: Katy Evans
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Trope: Office, Enemies to Lovers
Publisher: Harlequin Desire
Release Date: August 6th, 2019
Blurb:
He always gets his way…until he meets his match.
“I need you back. Now.”
―William Walker
I can’t believe I’m letting my ex-boss talk me into working for him again. He’s arrogant. Domineering. He gets under my skin in ways I don’t want to admit. When I quit, it felt great! But now, seeing the big, bad billionaire rendered helpless by a baby, I give in to his demand. And I’m worried it won’t be the last time…
―India Crowley
What I’m Reading Next:
Peace Love and Happy Reading,
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I want to read Until December! I love that series. I was happy to see you enjoyed it.
I hope you like Until December just as much as I did! I felt this book was much more thought out than the last couple in the series. I loved the story and the BOOM!