Release Recap

Release Recap: July 26th – August 1st

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Check out all the new romances that released this week!
What new releases did you pick up?

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Undercover Engagement – Private Pleasures Series, Book Five – Samanthe Beck

Buttoned-down Eden Brixton is less than thrilled when she’s partnered with smooth-talking wild card Marcus Swain in an undercover op. Both their careers hinge on convincing folks in tight-knit Bluelick, KY that he’s the love of her life. She’d sooner tase him than prance around in practically nothing, hanging all over his chiseled body like she can’t get enough. . . Read More

Trope(s): Romantic Comedy, Enemies To Lovers, Standalone


Wild Mistake – Wild Horse Ranch Series, Book 5 – Kim Loraine

Mackenzie Langston has been in my life since we were kids, and until now, I didn’t see past her family and our friendship. So when she tells me she’s sworn off men for the next year after a bad breakup, I jump at the chance to have some company on the vacation I’d booked for me and my cheating ex. But Mack’s all grown up, and we’re both on the rebound. . . Read More

Trope(s): Best Friend’s Little Sister, Forbidden Romance, Standalone


It’s Raining Men – Julie Hammerle

Don’t drink and text. Even on the cusp of forty, I had to learn that the hard way. After discovering my best friend, who I was supposed to grow old and single with, got engaged, I drowned my loneliness in one too many Old Fashioneds and woke up with thirty-nine responses from every available man in my phone. Yup, I even texted my plumber…and he turned me down. . . Read More

Trope(s): Age-Gap, Romantic Comedy, Later-In-Life


Aidan In A Kilt – The Ballachulish Trilogy, Book Two – Anna Durand

Aidan MacTaggart is wickedly hot and on the hunt for a wife. I’ve come to America with a mission and a plan—find the woman of my dreams by going to the same underground club where my older brother, Lachlan, met his wife. My plan might have some flaws. But they don’t call me “Don Juan” MacTaggart for nothing. The lasses love me, and I know I can find my soul mate in Chicago. . . Read More

Trope(s): Romantic Comedy, Hero with an accent


Blurred Lines – Susana Mohel

Stupid romantic dreams aren’t for me. Life has taught me enough to be sure love is a lie to sell diamonds on Valentine’s. I have everything I want. A stable career, the bank account, amazingly supportive friends, and a fabulous high heels collection. Until I lay my eyes on him. . . Read More

Trope(s): Reverse Age-Gap, Enemies To Lovers, Doctor Hero


Devil In Disguise – The Ravenels Series, Book Seven – Lisa Kleypas

Lady Merritt Sterling, a strong-willed young widow who’s running her late husband’s shipping company, knows London society is dying to catch her in a scandal. So far, she’s been too smart to provide them with one. But then she meets Keir MacRae, a rough-and-rugged Scottish whisky distiller, and all her sensible plans vanish like smoke. . . Read More

Trope(s): Historical Romance, Widow


Claimed – Lair of the Wolven Series, Book One – J.R. Ward

Lydia Susi is passionate about protecting wolves in their natural habitat. When a hotel chain develops a tract of land next to the preserve, Lydia is one of the most vocal opponents of the project—and becomes a target. One night, a shadowy figure threatens Lydia’s life in the forest, and a new hire at the Wolf Study Project comes from out of nowhere to save her. . . Read More

Trope(s): Dark Romance, Paranormal, Shifters, Alpha


Love Next Door – Lakeside Series, Book One – Helena Hunting

When Dillion Stitch left her hometown, she had no intention of going back. But when her brother gets into trouble, Dillion reluctantly agrees to return home to take her place at the family business. Being back in Pearl Lake after all these years feels familiar but also brings a few surprises. She’s quick to notice that someone new has shown up at the cottage next door. . . Read More

Trope(s): Small Town Romance


Bayou Beauty – Butterfly Bayou Series, Book Four – Lexi Blake

Sylvie Martine was prepared to take Washington D.C. by storm, but she put that dream on hold when her beloved hometown of Papillon, Louisiana, needed her most. Now Sylvie’s the mayor of the tiny town on the bayou that holds her heart. But for Sylvie, this can only be a pit stop on the way to bigger and better things. . . Read More

Trope(s): Small Town Romance


The Matchmaker Bride – Blue Hill Brides Series, Book Two – Ginny Baird

Successful Boston matchmaker and television personality Meredith Galanes’s reputation is on the line. During a guest appearance on a morning talk show, she’s broadsided by questions about her own romantic attachments, just as she’s trying to secure a syndication deal. Afraid to admit her love life is a total disaster, Meredith blurts out that she’s seriously involved with a very special man–a boatbuilder in Maine. . . Read More

Trope(s): Fake Relationship, Enemies To Lovers, Slow Burn 


Private Player – Louise Bay

The first time I meet Madison Shore, I’m greeted by her knickers. She’s upside down and trying to untangle herself from my chair at a wedding. I get to see a whole lot more of her later that night. The second time I meet Madison Shore is in my London office. Turns out she’s a journalist writing an article about me. . . Read More

Trope(s): Billionaire, One Night Stand, Forbidden, Workplace Romance


Southern Secrets – The Southern Series, Book Seven – Natasha Madison

Never make the same mistake twice is my motto.
After being left in the dust of an old pickup truck, I promised that I would take care of myself
and never trust another man with a sexy smirk and cowboy boots.
Then he showed up, and he’s everywhere I turn. . . Read More

Trope(s): Small Town, Romantic Suspense


Skyscraper Cinderella – K. Webster

The fairy tale you know and love… With a scorching hot twist! This is the complete modern Cinderella trilogy in one collection. Winston Constantine isn’t a lover, he’s a business venture. A way for me to pay for college. A ticket out. . . Read More

Trope(s): Dark Romance, Billionaire, Alpha, Cinderella Re-Telling, Erotic


Roping Melanie – The Billingsley Series, Book Five – Melissa Ellen

I didn’t have a lot, but what I had I was proud of. I was raised to keep my head down and work hard. I followed the rules, rarely straying off the straight and narrow path. That’s why when the opportunity to get wild and have a little fun presented itself, I jumped on it—or more like on him. The handsome cowboy from the bar. It was one night in Vegas. . . Read More

Trope(s): Small Town, One Night Stand, What Happens In Vegas, Second Chance, Secret Baby


Hold Me – Love The Way Series, Book Two – W. Winters & Amelia Wilde

I was born into luxury and used to getting what I wanted.
What I desired most, with my life in disarray, was the man who sat across from me.
He was tall, dark and handsome, but, most notably, forbidden. . . Read More

Trope(s): BDSM, Erotic Romance, Suspense


The Spy – Kingmaker Series, Book Four – Sophie Lark

I’ve waited three long years for this…Hiding. Lying. Spying.
Waiting like a spider for her to wander into my web… Now she’s here, and I have to get even closer to her. I’ll help her. Befriend her. Seduce her, even.
The only thing I can’t do is fall in love with her. . . Read More

Trope(s): Organized Crime, Romantic Thriller, Suspense, New Adult/College, Mafia, Forbidden


Perfect Kiss – Mason Creek Series, Book Nine – Lacey Black

They say opposites attract, but I never understood the phrase until Leni Abbott walked into my office—or more specifically—into my office bathroom, while I was naked. Even as the pink stained her cheeks and she stuttered to speak, I was completely intrigued. She’s unlike anyone I’ve met before and, wildly enough, seems immune to my charms. She also has a son. . . Read More

Trope(s): Small Town, Single Mother, Romance


Fight Or Flight – Fighting For Love Series, Book Two – Harley Reid

I never needed Mr Right. I was perfectly happy with Mr Right Now. But that all changed when he came along. He made me love him, and then eighteen months ago, he left. Tearing my heart into a million pieces and burning my world to the ground. Now I’m on the verge of losing the acting career I’ve worked so hard for and the only way to rebuild my reputation is to fabricate the perfect relationship.
And the only man who can help me is him. . . Read More

Trope(s): Second Chance, MMA/Fighter Romance


Onyx – K19 Security Solutions Series, Book Ten – Heather Slade

He’s an alpha pilot for K19 Security Solutions.
She’s a grieving sister, determined to get answers.
With ONYX by her side, their dark and blackened pasts may have a brighter future. . . Read More

Trope(s): Other Twin, Romantic Suspense, 


Things I Wanted To Say (but never did) – Monica Murphy

Whit Lancaster burst into my life like a storm. Dark and thunderous, furious and fierce. Cold, heartless and devastatingly beautiful, like the statues in our prep school gardens. The school with his family name on the sign. He can do no wrong here. This is his domain. . . Read More

Trope(s): New Adult, High School, Bully, Alpha, Enemies to Lovers, Drama/Angst


The Right Side of Wrong – Prescott Lane

It wasn’t love at first sight. That would be too easy. I can tell you all the reasons Paige and I shouldn’t be together. But love overlooks a lot. My heart doesn’t care that I’m ten years older. There’s no age gap in how she makes me feel. . . Read More

Trope(s): Single Mother, Age-Gap, Forbidden Romance


Bribed – Covington Security Series, Book Two – Dr. Rebecca Sharp

Lennon Love Clarke needs to put on a good show. With her reputation sinking, the famous actress has no choice but to grin and bear the fall because the tabloids were better than the truth. If only Lenni could remember what that was—and who is stalking her. Now, she’s in hiding—or would be if her new bodyguard hadn’t found her first. . . Read More

Trope(s): Enemies-to-Lovers, Stalker, Romantic Suspense


The Embrace – Broken Slippers Series, Book Three – Vivian Wood

Ballet took my sweat, blood, and tears.
Life almost stole Calum from me.
We barely make it through that trial only to face a final test. . . Read More

Trope(s): Billionaire Romance, Forbidden


Dare You – Dare To Try Series, Book One – Ella Frank & Brooke Blaine

Sebastian “Bash” Vogel, the magnetic, cross-dressing CEO of AnaVoge, has long been a lone island when it comes to his personal life. Self-assured and playful, he’s never left wanting for suitors—but Bash isn’t looking for something permanent. He’s more than fulfilled with his company and his closest friends, and no one is going to shake up the status quo. . . Read More

Trope(s): M/M Romance, Firefighter


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