Release Day Launch- Nobody Does It Better by Lauren Blakely

 

Best friend's brother who she's wanted for years? Check.

Off-limits woman who he's been warned to stay away from? Yep.

One helluva snowstorm? More than eight inches!

Less than a dollar for a brand new romance? One-click!

NOBODY DOES IT BETTER is a red-hot forbidden romance novella from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely. You can get it for just 99 cents now! But grab it at this amazing price NOW because the price will be going up at the end of release day! Get ready for wit, charm, and a whole lot of heat! Don't miss this delicious standalone best friend's brother romance!

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Some women are just forbidden.

Like—off the top of my head—MY SISTER'S LIFE-LONG BEST FRIEND.

Sis has made it patently clear that Vanessa is hands-off, as in keep my ladies’ man paws far away from her clever, go-getter best friend who's ready for the real deal. That should be an easy guideline to follow, except Vanessa is deliciously flirty, easy to talk to, and laughs at my jokes. Translation – my libido has been craving her many, many years. So many that we might have stolen a kiss or two.

Can you say pent-up, crazy, raw desire?

That's exactly what we're both feeling when the storm of the century hits and it's 10 inches of snow with Vanessa and me trapped in a cabin all night long...

The trouble is—Vanessa isn't interested in my playboy ways, and I have one night to convince her that I'm the real deal.

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✦ This audiobook includes not one, not two, not three, but FOUR all new novellas! And they're performed by some of your favorite narrators! NOBODY DOES IT BETTER is narrated by Joe Arden and Erin Mallon with special cameo appearances from Carly Robins, Jason Clarke, Savannah Peachwood and Virginia Rose! Then, treat yourself to the brand-new story ONCE UPON A RED-HOT KISS, read by Jason Clarke and Erin Mallon. This novella is ONLY available in audio. Next, you’ll find TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, premiering in audio and read by Andi Arndt and R.C. Bray (from Birthday Suit!)-- it's the story of Flynn's sister Olivia (from Come As You Are)! And it's only available in audio! Finally, you’ll finish with CAUGHT UP IN HER, available in audio for the first time and performed by Jason Clarke and Carly Robins. This audiobook is 6 hours of brand new, original content, and it will not be in the romance package. Get your copy today! 

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"Packed with lust and laughter, Lauren layered in just enough tension to keep me on my toes while delivering the satisfaction quickly as years of pent-up, mutual, not-so-secret longing was finally given the time, the space and the will to be explored." ~Red Cheeks Reads

   

"The perfect mixture of romance, swoon, comedy, tension and heat." ~Stacy at Romance Reading Diva

"Perfection! Shaw and Vanessa's story is pure perfection!" ~Messy Bun Book Blog

Excerpt: 

~VANESSA~

I have this fantasy.

The details vary a little. Sometimes I’m in the town diner, other times I’m walking across the square. Most of the time, I’m right here at the one-stop check-in and shoe counter at my bowling alley.

The rest of it goes like this: This guy strides up to me. A rush of tingles spreads down my chest at the sight of his dark hair, his five-o’clock shadow, and his big, burly frame. He drums his fingers on the Formica, lifts a brow, then smiles.

I mean one of those world-class, panty-melting grins that make you swoon.

But the real swoon is what comes next.

He’ll say, “Level with me, Vanessa. I’ve had it bad for you for most of the last two decades, and I’ll wager it’s the same for you. If you feel even one ounce of what I feel, let’s shed this whole ruse and make it official. Go out with me. Go out with me tonight.”

The rest? It’s a montage of oh yeses; hot, wet kisses; and messy lipstick.

That’s the fantasy. My reality on a Wednesday evening in February?

The door opens and a familiar figure strolls in. Even from a distance, he catches my gaze then tips his chin and mouths hey.

My stomach flips, and then it somersaults again when he reaches my post, winks, and asks for a pair of shoes. I know his size, so I hand him the fourteens.

“You know what they say about big shoes?” His deep, raspy voice makes my chest flutter.

I quirk up my lips. “That they’re perfect for clowns?”

And that smile? Oh boy. It spreads into the sexiest grin. “Vanessa Maria Marquez, are you saying I’m a clown?”

I shrug, a little playfully, looking at the shoes in his hands. “If the shoe fits…”

He leans closer. “The other thing they say about big shoes is that it’s hard…”

I wait for him to make a dirty joke, to lob an innuendo. Breath held, I wait for him to say Let’s do this, because hope never dies. And then I wait for the abject guilt of keeping a secret from Perri to subside. Perri, one of my two best friends in the universe, the girl who’s been there for me through every up and down, who attended the theatrical productions I worked on in high school, the friend who rushed to my side in the hospital room when I broke my leg skiing in college, even though she was two hours away, the woman I gave the kick in the pants to last year with her guy when she needed it.

Shaw’s hazel eyes flicker, and I know he’s waiting for me to set up his dirty joke.

My guilt hardens—and my hope deepens, too. The longing for this man beats on.

I return to his “hard” comment. “Hard for what?”

“Hard to find socks.”

I laugh, shake my head, and shoo him off. “Go bowl some strikes, Shaw.”

He gives me a tip of the imaginary hat and heads off to lane twenty, joining a few fellow firemen. I do my damnedest not to stare at his sexy butt, or admire his big frame, or, honestly, even think about him like that.

It’s something I’ve been trying to do for years.

When a group of older ladies—twice my age and totally fabulous—comes in, I shift my focus, setting them up at one of the lanes and serving them wine.

For the next thirty minutes, I don’t even look at lane twenty.

Well, maybe I peek once or twice.

About Lauren Blakely: A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that's sweet, sexy and witty. Her heroines are strong and smart and her heroes have hearts of gold and fantastic funny bones. She lives in California with her family, including her smoking hot and hilarious husband and her two brilliant and kind children. She has plotted entire novels while walking her dogs -- she might have four dogs, or maybe five. If she's lucky, she'll soon have six dogs. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, and she's sold more than 3 million books. In April she'll release NOBODY DOES IT BETTER, in May THE DATING PROPOSAL, and in June SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. To receive an email when Lauren releases a new book, sign up for her newsletter!

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Review- Hello Stranger by Lisa Kleypas

Summary-

A woman who defies her time

Dr. Garrett Gibson, the only female physician in England, is as daring and independent as any man—why not take her pleasures like one? Yet she has never been tempted to embark on an affair, until now. Ethan Ransom, a former detective for Scotland Yard, is as gallant as he is secretive, a rumored assassin whose true loyalties are a mystery. For one exhilarating night, they give in to their potent attraction before becoming strangers again.

A man who breaks every rule

As a Ravenel by-blow spurned by his father, Ethan has little interest in polite society, yet he is captivated by the bold and beautiful Garrett. Despite their vow to resist each other after that sublime night, she is soon drawn into his most dangerous assignment yet. When the mission goes wrong, it will take all of Garrett's skill and courage to save him. As they face the menace of a treacherous government plot, Ethan is willing to take any risk for the love of the most extraordinary woman he's ever known.

Release date: February 27th, 2018

Published by: Avon

Page numbers: 400

Review-

I love Lisa Kleypas' books. Especially her historicals. They are just so well researched and well written and they manage to completely captivate me while reading. Hello Stranger is the fourth book in the Ravenels series. While this one also faintly reminds me of her Hathaways series that one will always have a special place in my heart.

So Hello Stranger is the story of Garrett and Ethan. Dr. Garrett Gibson is the only female doctor in the whole of England. She has worked hard to earn her degree and to practise medicine. Garrett had a kind soul but she was fierce and determined. She valued her independence above all and she genuinely wanted to help people through medicine. There were so many prejudices against Garrett for being a female doctor and we get to see clearly what women had to face in those times.

Ethan had a strong personality himself. He is technically a Ravenel who has been spurned by his father and so he doesn't take his name. Ethan is a spy who does the dirty work for officials, finds out information which could possibly save or harm the country. He knows his profession is dangerous and that is why he does not want to get involved with Garrett. But he cannot resist the intriguing female.

Ethan and Garrett shared great chemistry. They looked like total opposites from the outside but inherently they were the same kind of people. The circumstances they were facing would break anyone apart but they held on and fought through till the end. They were both extremely courageous and solid people who totally deserved a happy ending.

Another character who completely fascinated me and whose book I cannot wait to dive into was West Ravenel. He was charming and funny and witty. I am excited to read his story. Lisa Kleypas writes beautifully as usual and reels us into her world with ease. Hello Stranger was a great read and I would highly recommend any of Lisa Klepas' books if you are starting off with historical romances.

Cover Reveal- The Dating Proposal by Lauren Blakely

 

One woman on a dating quest. One man in need of a relationship guru. One wild proposal neither can resist.

THE DATING PROPOSAL is a witty, clever new standalone romantic comedy from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely. And, wait for it, this will be Lauren's first book to release live into Kindle Unlimited! But don't worry -- you can get it everywhere else first! THE DATING PROPOSAL is just 99 cents while on pre-order at your favorite retailer now! But grab it at this amazing price NOW because the price will be going up to $3.99 on release day and it will ONLY be on other retailers for a few days after that! THE DATING PROPOSAL will be a LIVE RELEASE on Amazon in Kindle Unlimited on May 6^th! It will be 99 cents for a limited time only! Don’t miss picking it up at the retailer of your choice!

April 22^nd – Releasing on Kobo April 29^th – Releasing on Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, and Google Play May 6^th-Live Release in Kindle Unlimited

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Photography by Wander Aguiar Cover Design by Helen Williams.

About THE DATING PROPOSAL:

One woman on a dating quest. One man in need of a relationship guru. One wild proposal neither can resist.

Watch out world -- I’m ready to date again.

The seven years I invested in my ex left me with nothing but scorch marks from the way he peeled out and left me at the altar. I’m not looking to put my heart into a relationship any time soon.

What I am looking for? To have some freaking fun. My best friends can’t wait to set me up with suitable single guys, and soon I’ve got three promising prospects. Then I bump into Chris….

Clever and funny, with a sexy surfer’s bod and a brilliant nerd brain, he has just the right screwdriver to fix my hard drive. (Yes, the one for my computer.)

I wouldn’t mind dating him. The trouble is he just proposed to me—to be the new dating guru on his TV show—and I said yes.

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Don't get your honey where you get your money.

I’d make a sign or put that mantra on a tattoo, except I’m not likely to forget it, given that the last time I mixed business with pleasure, it almost tanked my career. Now? I play by the book.

That hasn’t been a problem until McKenna. She’s engaging and fun, quick with a snapback or a sensitive, sensible reply—perfect for my TV show. Too bad she’s also perfectly kissable.

But I lock my feelings down. We’ve both worked too hard on our careers to let our connection go further than some sexy banter…and, okay, one impulsive, fantastic kiss—no matter how much our boss, our fans, and our friends propose we make our on-screen chemistry an off-screen romance.

What happens when you meet the right person at the wrong time?

Note: Back in the day, Lauren wrote a book called TROPHY HUSBAND, and though it’s no longer available for sale, the characters of Chris and McKenna seemed to demand another chance in the spotlight. THE DATING PROPOSAL is a complete reimagining of their romance, with 85 percent brand-new material, a fresh plot, and vastly expanded characterizations so you can come to know and love Chris and McKenna like Lauren does. Enjoy!

   

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About Lauren Blakely: A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that's sweet, sexy and witty. Her heroines are strong and smart and her heroes have hearts of gold and fantastic funny bones. She lives in California with her family, including her smoking hot and hilarious husband and her two brilliant and kind children. She has plotted entire novels while walking her dogs -- she might have four dogs, or maybe five. If she's lucky, she'll soon have six dogs. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, and she's sold more than 3 million books. In April she'll release NOBODY DOES IT BETTER, in May THE DATING PROPOSAL, and in June SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. To receive an email when Lauren releases a new book, sign up for her newsletter.   

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Release Day Blitz- Property by Loki Renard

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Yesterday I was his equal. Today I am his property.

When I inherited my father's fortune, I became a billionaire... but not a billionaire like Darko Lijander. I thought wealth meant power, until he stripped me bare, spanked me until I called him master, and then showed me what real power looks like in the most shameful way possible.

As I am taken from my home to his waiting helicopter, naked, blushing, and already very, very thoroughly used, I have no idea what he has in store for me, but one thing is abundantly clear.

I am now his property.

Publisher's Note: Property includes spankings and sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.

It's just as well Loki Renard became an author because other career paths proved disastrous. She was once thrown out of someone's house for trying to sell them citrus based cleaning product, and her brief brush with corporate life ended when she wrote profiles for her fellow employees likening them to various feral animals then attempted to negotiate the idea of not coming into the office and getting paid anyway. Perhaps if she'd had the dedication to slug herself in the face a la Fight Club, things might have turned out differently.

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Waiting On Wednesday #270

"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spines, that spotlights upcoming releases we're eagerly anticipating. 

Brief Chronicle of Another Stupid Heartbreak 

Publication date- April 30th 2019

Goodreads Summary: 

The summer after senior year is not going as eighteen-year-old Lu Charles expected: after her longtime boyfriend unexpectedly breaks up with her, Lu can’t write a single word, despite the fact that her college scholarship is tied to her columnist job at hip online magazine Misnomer. Then, she meets Cal.

Cal’s ever-practical girlfriend Iris is looking ahead to her first year of college, and her plans do not include a long-distance boyfriend. When Lu learns that Cal and Iris have planned to end their relationship at the end of the summer, she becomes fascinated and decides to chronicle the last months the couple will spend together.

The closer she gets to the couple, the more she likes them, and the more she wants to write about them. The summer unfurls, and Lu discovers what it really means to be in love. On the page, or off it. The book is touching exploration of love and how it shapes us both during a relationship and after it has ended.

I keep telling myself that I should read Adi Alsaid's books but I just end up adding them to my TBR! This one sounds interesting. 

What are you waiting on this Wednesday? 

Teaser Tuesday #105

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly bookish meme hosted by Miz B of A Daily Rhythm. Anyone can play along!

'I told you, St. Bride, of you break her heart -' 

'How about when she breaks mine, Roy?' Jack interrupted bitterly.'What are you going to do for me in that case?' 

Goodreads Summary: 

Tall, blonde and handsome, Jack St. Bride was once a beloved teacher and football coach at a girls' school, until a student's crush sparked a powder-keg of accusation and robbed him of his career and reputation. Now after an eight-month jail sentence, Jack resolves to pick up the pieces of his life.

This is probably the third time I've shared a teaser from Salem Falls, but I've been quite slow with my reading... The book is incredible though. 

What teaser have you shared today? 

Review- The Good Luck Sister by Jill Shalvis

Summary-

This summer, romance blooms again in Wildstone!

After a difficult few years, Tilly Adams is ready for life to start going right. Though she has a case of first day nerves teaching art at the local community college, she knows it isn’t anything a few snuggles from her rescue puppy won’t cure. Until she sees Dylan Scott again, her one time bff and first love sitting in the front row.

Dylan knows he should’ve left well enough alone, but when he sees Tilly living her dream, he can’t help but make contact. Ten years ago, he left Wildstone and everything in it behind, including Tilly. He had his reasons, but now he wants her back in his life, anyway he can get her.

When Tilly agrees to design the logo for Dylan’s new helicopter touring company, it’s business only…until she finds herself falling into his arms once again. Can she possibly open her heart back up to the only man who’s ever broken it? But soon they’re both realizing the truth -- love always deserves a second chance.

Release date: May 1st 2018

Published by: William Morrow Impulse

Page numbers: 144

Review-

Jill Shalvis' books are absolute comfort reads for me. While I have been in a pretty long reading slump since the past year I have always slowly but steadily managed to actually finish reading a couple of Jill Shalvis books. The Good Luck Sister is a novella in the Wildstone series by Jill Shalvis. 

So I was not a huge fan of the first book in this series. As in it was pretty good that way but not as funny or humorous as Shalvis' other books. But that was also the case because this series falls into the women's fiction genre. But the one thing which had caught my interest from the previous book and which managed to stay firmly in my head was Dylan and Tilly's story. The first seeds of their story were sown and I was super excited to read their novella.

So the novella starts off with Tilly teaching art at a community college. She genuinely wants to be an artist but to live a practical life she has to work and earn. Tilly has hard a difficult past as we all know and so she is extremely surprised to see Dylan as one of her students. It is safe to say that things do not go as planned. 

Dylan had tried hard to stay away from Tilly but he can't help but make contact with her after all these years. He has just started his helicopter touring company with his buddies and he is finally ready to settle down. Hopefully with Tilly. I liked Dylan as a person. He had his reasons for behaving the way he did and I feel like he only wanted to do the right thing.

Dylan and Tilly had great chemistry. They were best friends first who then fell in love and they shared a strong bond which showed through their interactions. Tilly's dog was extremely cute and protective of her. We also get to see characters from the previous book. Jill Shalvis' writing is easy to read and The Good Luck Sister made for a quick, enjoyable read.