Category: Four Loves

Release Day Blitz & Review…Then Hate Me by Blake Hensley

Then Hate Me by Alta Hensley & Zoe Blake, writing as Blake Hensley, is now live! 

He dared to steal my bride, so it’s only fair I respond by kidnapping his innocent sister.

Only a monster with no morals would kidnap a woman from her brother’s wedding…

Which was precisely what I’ve become, a monster bent on revenge.

After all, as the billionaire Marksen DuBois, renowned for being a jilted groom, my reputation and business were in tatters.

There was nothing more dangerous than a man possessing power, boundless resources, and a vendetta.

I would torment him with increasingly degrading photos of his precious sister as I held her captive and under my complete control.

She’d have no option but to yield to my every command if she wished to shield herself and her family from further disgrace.

She was just a captured pawn to be dominated, exploited, and discarded.

Yet the more ensnared we become in my twisted game of revenge, the more my suspicions grow.

As she fiercely counters my every move, I begin to question whether I’m the true pawn… ensnared by my queen.

New York’s elite play a dangerous game of shadows, hiding scandalous truths and illicit desires behind their opulent masks. Step into this intoxicating world of dark romance, masterfully crafted by USAT Bestselling authors, Zoe Blake and Alta Hensley, now co-writing as the enigmatic Blake Hensley.

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Then Hate Me is the second book in this series. And while it is said that it can be read as a standalone, I would disagree with that to a point. I would definitely consider this to an interconnected standalone.

Then Hate Me is Marksen and Olivia’s story. However, you need to understand the dynamics between all the parties involved and you get all that in book one, The More I Hate. I was not lost per se, but it took me a bit to get fully vested in this story and feel like I understood how everyone was intertwined.

I found the plot intriguing and the pacing of the book was spot on. It was entertaining to see both Marksen and Olivia fight within themselves on feelings they were not suppose to be feeling towards one another. It may their passion even hotter.

I do wish that Olivia would have made Marksen gravel more in the end. She’s a strong heroine and throughout the story, definitely pushed back on him and I loved those parts. So I was hoping to see more of that in the end from her.

Overall, it’s a great second book in this series. I would definitely read the first book to get a much better understanding of the dynamics and to truly enjoy this one as a whole. I am definitely looking forward to book three – Harrison’s story.

Meet Blake Hensley

Introducing Blake Hensley, the sinfully decadent dream project of best friends and

USA TODAY bestselling authors, Zoe Blake and Alta Hensley.

Alta Hensley, renowned for her hot, dark, and dirty romances, showcases her distinctive blend of alpha heroes, captivating love stories, and scorching eroticism.

Meanwhile, Zoe Blake brings a touch of darkness and glamour to the series, featuring her signature style of possessive billionaires, taboo scenes, and unexpected twists.

Together, as Blake Hensley, they combine their storytelling prowess to deliver “Twice the Darkness,” promising sordid scandals, hidden secrets, and forbidden desires of New York’s jaded high society in their new series,

Gilded Decadence.

Meet Alta



Alta Hensley is a USA TODAY bestselling author of hot, dark and dirty romance. She is also an Amazon Top 10 bestselling author. Being a multi-published author in the romance genre, Alta is known for her dark, gritty alpha heroes, sometimes sweet love stories, hot eroticism, and engaging tales of the constant struggle between dominance and submission.

She lives in Astoria, Oregon with her husband, two daughters, and an Australian Shepherd. When she isn’t walking the coastline, and drinking beer in her favorite breweries, she is writing about villains who always get their love story and happily ever after.

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Meet Zoe Blake

Zoe Blake is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the romantic suspense saga The Cavalieri Billionaire Legacy inspired by her own heritage as well as her obsession with jewelry, travel, and the salacious gossip of history’s most infamous families.

She delights in writing Dark Romance books filled with overly possessive billionaires, taboo scenes, and unexpected twists. She usually spends her ill-gotten gains on martinis, vacations, and red lipstick. 

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Puck Pact by Kristen Granata

PUCK PACT

Kristen Granata

Release Date: March 21 

Blurb:

I’ve never had a problem convincing a man to take me home for a night of fun.

Until I meet Alexander Krum.

He leaves me wanting more at the end of every encounter. Despite our insane attraction to one another, we couldn’t be more opposite.

He wants to take me on a date.

I want to head straight to his bedroom.

He believes in romance.

I know men in romance books don’t really exist.

He always wants to help.

I can take care of myself.

But then he comes to me with a proposition: A marriage arrangement to save his family’s villa. His substantial offer has me overlooking our differences and saying “I do.”

There is only one problem…he’s been hiding a secret from the media for the last four years. Pretending to be a wife is one thing, but this? I’m the last person he should want in this role.

Yet I can’t bring myself to walk away. The incentive is too great, and when it’s over, I will have my dream.

And it will be over. I’m not destined for happily ever after’s—no matter how real this charade is starting to feel.

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This is my first read by Kristen but definitely won’t be my last.

Puck Pact is a full standalone featuring Aarya and Alexander.

Araya is a strongly independent and fierce woman who relies on no-one. She trusts no-one and lives life to the fullest and her number one love is her art goals.

Alexander is the captain of his hockey team but keeps alot close to his chest. He has his own secrets and while he loves fiercely, he doesn’t let many people in.

I absolutely loved watching these two knock down one another’s walls. The natural progression of their story was perfect and the pacing of this book was phenomenal. I loved watching each of them grow in different ways and realize things about themselves.

Kristen wrote an emotional and spicy sports romance. Alexander is every woman’s fictional dream man and Aarya is every woman’s best friend. I absolutely loved these two.

This is a definite must read!

Meet Kristen Granata:

Kristen Granata is a teacher by day, and a bestselling author by night. Known for writing emotional contemporary and new adult romance, she loves creating realistic characters who struggle through the darkest parts of life and come out stronger on the other side. Kristen is a self-proclaimed “bitter cynic trapped in a hopeless romantic’s body.” Her inspirational stories make you laugh, make you think, make you ugly cry – and they will always live happily ever after.

Kristen openly shares her mental health struggles with depression and anxiety with her readers. Her message is a beacon of hope to anyone who is suffering: You are not alone. She delicately weaves this theme into her writing, and her stories demonstrate the ability of love to heal after tragedy.

Kristen was born & raised in New York. She now resides in New Jersey with her wife & two step-daughters. When she’s not teaching or writing, Kristen is reading, tripping over something, indulging in her messy love affair with popcorn, and forever singing along to The Greatest Showman soundtrack.


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Release Day Blitz & Review…The Veiled Kingdom by Holly Renee

The Veiled Kingdom by Holly Renee is now live! 

From USA Today Bestselling Author Holly Renee, author of the Stars and Shadows series, comes a scorching new fantasy romance that ignites the pages with relentless danger, forbidden passion, and the intoxicating allure of enemies to lovers.

Fleeing my father’s cruelty, the wicked king who robbed me of a future, I face death in the streets, caught between a rebellion and a tyrant’s reign.

Captured by those sworn to kill me, the rebels remain blind to my true identity-the missing daughter of the despised king. Faced with an impossible choice, I stand before them: join the rebels or face their blades.

Yet, Dacre, the son of the ruthless rebellion commander, becomes torn between suspicion and a desire that mirrors my own. He allows no one to touch me, tries to protect me, yet threatens me at every turn.

As secrets are weaved beyond our hidden realm, a fierce battle unfolds within me. As I get closer to the rebels, and their cause, my loyalty to my kingdom clashes with my undeniable devotion to Dacre and the burning connection between us.

In a world where love and hate are two edges of the same blade, I find myself caught in a delicate dance between forbidden desire and my looming destiny.

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The Veiled Kingdom is a nice start to a new series, The Veiled Kingdom.

This is a fantasy romance that starts off a bit slow for us fantasy readers but still has the right touch to keep you intrigued and turning the pages. There was just something in this book that kept me glued to its pages and wanting to know what would happen.

I enjoyed the banter and relationship building between each of the characters. The story is told from both Nyra and Dacre’s POVs and that truly helps add another layer to this story. It’s very well written and the flow is perfect for what needs to happen and build up the plot intensity.

My biggest issue and the only reason I did not rate this book 5 stars was the lack of world building. A huge part of a fantasy romance is the world building and letting readers visualize this fantastic world and all the ins and outs of the people who inhabit it and their abilities. While there are some descriptions, there is alot missing that would give this book that perfect additional layer.

Overall, I really did enjoy this book and cannot wait to see what happens next with Nyra, Dacre and the impasse that they are currently at.

Meet Holly


USA Today Bestselling Author, Holly Renee brings readers a pinch of angst, an indulgence of heat, and the perfect amount of heart in every book.

Born and raised in East Tennessee, she is a married mom of two wild children. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, pretending to be a dragon for the hundredth time that day, being disgustingly in love with her husband, or chilling in the middle of the lake with her sunglasses and a float.

Holly is a lover of all things romance, Mexican food and yoga pants. 

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Blitz by Devney Perry

Blitz by Devney Perry is now live! 

A forbidden, small town, sports romance from Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Devney Perry.

A coach. A student. The rules were concrete. We broke them anyway.

The night I met Toren Greely was the night I learned how to lie. He was a Treasure State football coach. I was the star of the volleyball team. Coaches and students were forbidden. My future was on the line, so I told myself it was only one night.

That was the first lie. They got easier to tell after that. The lines blurred. The boundaries shifted. Our relationship became a game of its own.

A chaste smile. A knowing glance. A veiled touch or a hushed kiss. We hid in plain sight. We were invincible. Or so we thought. Neither of us saw the blitz coming until it was too late.

Game over. The night I left Toren Greely was the night I learned how to lose.

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A forbidden romance? I’m in! A coach/player forbidden romance? HELL YES!!

Blitz is the second book in Devney’s Treasure State Wildcats series and can be read as a complete standalone.

I had been looking forward to Toren’s book after meeting him in Coach and Devney delivered exactly what I wanted.

Toren and Jennsyn’s story started out with the best bang and flowed wonderfully from there. The angst that comes with a forbidden college romance was delivered perfectly. I enjoyed how their sports were intertwined into the story and helped add to their tension.

Overall, Blitz played out beautifully. I was not a big fan of the ending but loved that everything came full circle.

Meet Devney 

Devney Perry is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of over forty romance novels. After working in the technology industry for a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to pursue her passion for writing. She was born and raised in Montana and now lives in Washington with her husband and two sons. 

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Moonlit Thorns by P. Rayne

Moonlit Thorns by P. Rayne is now live! 

No one knows what happens up at Midnight Manor.

The home of the Voss brothers sits like a sentinel looking down on our small town, remaining a mystery. The four brooding billionaires rarely leave the confines of the iron gates, fueling rumors that have existed for decades.

When my father dies, all the security I’ve known is ripped away, forcing me to come face to face with the eldest brother, Asher Voss. His outward beauty is just as I’d heard—it belies a predatory nature, irresistibly drawing me in.

A bargain is made, and I have no choice but to live in the shadowy confines of his gothic manor to save my family. As time passes, it becomes harder and harder to deny our attraction.

Asher Voss might be too old for me, and he’s definitely cursed by his own demons, but an inferno of passion between us threatens to either consume or destroy us both.

MOONLIT THORNS is a dark, contemporary romance, Beauty and the Beast retelling.

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Great start to this new series! These two authors set the stage for what is to come in this series and they did it wonderfully.

Moonlit Thorns is a unique retelling of the fairytale, Beauty and the Beast. I have read quite a few fairy tale retellings and this is definitely one of my favorites.

The story between Asher and Annabelle plays out so natural and beautifully. I enjoyed that readers are kept on their toes with how these two reacted to one another each time they are thrust together.

Yes, this a dark romance with BDSM, but it’s on the lighter side of that. I know dark readers will still enjoy the overall vibe that P. Rayne brings to this story, but if readers who aren’t into super dark reads or the elements of BDSM, this is definitely on the lighter side and would be a great “taste” to see if it’s to your liking.

P. Rayne does a great job of creating this town and the vibes around the Voss family and their history. I love all the nuances they have added in and giving hints at what is to come with each brother. The interactions between everyone was great and just added another layer to the story.

I already know that I am going to thoroughly enjoy this series and the Voss brothers very much.

Meet P. Rayne


The darker side of USA Today Bestselling Author, Piper Rayne. 

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Dirty Saint by Tabatha Vargo

DIRTY SAINT

Tabatha Vargo

Release Date: February 21

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Koah Saint

Son of Sinister. Drug dealer. The number one stunner on The Strip and a BIG FAT LIAR.

They bow to him like he’s the holy grail, but I know he’s really the devil.

Since the day he was dropped on our doorstep, I’ve wanted him out of my life.

He’s a black stain on my memory and the one who put my father away.

Because of him, I’m flipping burgers instead of lying on beaches. To say he ruined my life would be an understatement.

Ten years later, I still can’t stand the guy, but even I can admit he’s sexy beyond belief. I won’t fall for his lusty looks and boyish charms. There’s nothing he can say or do to me to make me believe he’s anything but a lying playboy.

Or is there?

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Dirty Saints is my first book from Tabatha. While it is the second book in this series, it can easily be read as a standalone. But just be prepared to buy the first one after reading this one, if you don’t already own it.

I truly enjoyed Saint and Tori’s story. Tabatha allowed their relationship to flow naturally and let things to play out as true to life as possible.

Saint isn’t one to wallow in his feelings, even when those feelings try to force their way through the walls he’s built. He’s moved on from the past but when Tori shows up after over ten years, in a place he never expected, everything and more comes flooding back.

Tori has done everything she can to keep herself afloat and give her younger sister a life she never was given the chance to have. Tori’s focus is her sister and nothing else; it’s truly all she has anymore. She finds herself in a rare moment doing something because she knows it will make her sister happy – doing something besides working herself to the bone. And the one night she finally lets herself be a bit free, she runs into the one man who ruined her life – Koah Saint.

Let me tell you that you are not ready for the ride that Tabatha takes you on. I loved the thrill this book delivers. There are so many ups and downs, back and forth with lots of HOT action between all these pages. While there are certain parts that I feel needed fleshed out better, it did not take away from the overall flow and plot of this story.

I loved the banter and the friendships between the boys. Tabatha did a great job of just letting these characters share their story in their own way. The inner monologues were great and allowed readers to understand each character’s decisions and/or actions more. And I LOVED that she showed readers everything and not just tell us how things played out.

It does have some dark undertones, but they are very mild but please know that there are some triggering scenes that not all readers can handle.

Highly recommend this book (and series). And you know I am thoroughly hooked when I purchased the first book because I need more of these guys!

Meet Tabatha Vargo:

Tabatha is a New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author, best known for her sexy adult romance Little Black Book.

Tabatha writes in all genres, including adult and new adult, and isn’t afraid to venture into the dark side on occasion, as she proved with her dark, prison romance, Slammer.

She’s an avid reader of all things smutty and the writer of sexy stories featuring redeemable alpha bad boys and sweet, strong women.

Her other loves include her children, her loving, supportive husband, anything historical, and wind chimes.

When she isn’t writing, she’s texting book ideas to herself.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Fighting Words by R.S. Grey

Fighting Words by R.S. Grey is now live!

Hate turns to heat when a literary grump meets his deadline savior. 

My assignment is simple: trek to a remote English cottage and convince Nathaniel Foster to let me work with him. 

Too bad he’s a complete and utter jerk.

Who slams the door in a poor stranger’s face, leaving them shivering out in the snow?! So much for a warm welcome…

Nathaniel is God’s gift to readers everywhere. My publisher is desperate for his next book, which in turn makes me desperate to help him complete it. So what if he doesn’t want to play nice? I have no choice but to live and work with him in this snow-covered cottage, suffering under his piercing blue stare until it feels like I might combust.

Our heated exchanges by day give way to torturous tension at night. I can’t clock out from his all-consuming presence. I can’t escape my unwanted feelings. When one of our arguments nearly ends in an angry kiss, I worry the writing is on the wall.

But I can do this. I can clench my teeth, ball my fists, and focus on this damn book. If I can just keep the fiction and fantasy between the pages and not between the sheets, I’ll be the hero of the publishing world. 

So pick up your pen, Nathaniel–and please, please, stop looking at me like that.

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Fighting Words is the perfect title for this book!!! It’s truly a double entendre too.

The blurb is all you need to know about this story going. And being that we’re all readers, this story is so relatable and realistic.

The way this story builds up, the angst and the banter between Summer and Nate was amazing! My cheeks from smiling and laughing so much. I truly enjoyed how they interacted and things happened naturally between them.

I really enjoyed the overall plot of this story and how things played out. Definitely another great book from R.S. Grey

Meet R.S. Grey


R.S. Grey is the USA Today bestselling author of over thirty novels, including seven #1 bestselling romantic comedies. She lives in Texas with her husband, two daughters, and dog.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…My Anti-hero by Tijan

My Anti-Hero by Tijan is now live! 

I shouldn’t have agreed to this. What was I thinking?
Appearing on a local news show? Just because something happened to me?
I live mostly in isolation on purpose.

But here I am.
I was so nervous that I needed the make-up chair, twice.
And then I walked past his room.

He’s a giant—no softness, all muscle.
And a rich beard that made me want to rub myself all over it.
He made me see stars, literally because the second time I saw him, I tripped.
Or I would’ve, but he caught me, and the cameras were rolling.
Soon, that clip will be trending because he wasn’t just another guest on the show.

He’s Brett Broudou, the Kings’ newest football star.
We couldn’t be more opposite.
The only special thing about me is the reason I was on the show.
Brett, the Super Bowl champion, and me, the survivor who helped bring down the infamous Midwest Butcher.

Brett might not think he’s anyone’s hero, but he’s about to become mine.

A/N: This is a 140k standalone.

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Overall, I enjoyed this story. My Anti-Hero is Tijan on the sweet, romantic side.

Tijan wrote Billie and her character, wonderfully. I love her growth, her strength and tenacity. She made this book for me.

Brett is very alpha and possessive with his protectiveness. But he’s also sweet towards Billie.

These two complimented one very well. My biggest issue was the insta-love. As anyone who reads my reviews, insta-loves are a tough one for me. It has to be done right. And while I enjoyed Brett and Billie’s story, I struggled to believe their insta-love.

My Anti-Hero is a large book but don’t let that scare you. Those pages will go by in a blur.

Meet Tijan

Tijan is a New York Times Bestselling author that writes suspenseful and unpredictable novels. Her characters are strong, intense, and gut-wrenchingly real with a little bit of sass on the side. Tijan began writing after college and once she started, she was hooked. She’s written multi-bestsellers including the Fallen Crest series, Ryan’s Bed, Enemies and others.
​She is currently writing many new books and series with an English Cocker she adores.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Lonely For You Only by Monica Murphy

From New York Times bestselling author and BookTok sensation Monica Murphy comes a swoon-worthy new adult romance full of love songs.

Young heiress Scarlett Lancaster is delighted when her father tells her he hired a famous pop star and former boy band member to play at her eighteenth birthday. But delight becomes utter disappointment when it turns out he wasn’t talking about Harry Styles. No, Scarlett’s dad hired Tate Ramsey, former lead singer of the band Five Car Pileup, who hasn’t been popular for years.

Tate, after years of alcohol- and drug-fueled partying, is sober and ready for a comeback. He is in top form at Scarlett’s party and blows the audience away with his performance–though Scarlett herself still isn’t impressed. But when they talk after he leaves the stage, their encounter ends in a kiss that surprises them both–and immediately goes viral.

The viral kiss and the video of Tate singing at the party do wonders for both of their burgeoning careers. So after some careful negotiation, the two of them agree to start a fake relationship. But before long they discover their feelings might not be fake after all …

This is a sweet, coming of age, with a bit of rockstar, romance read!!!

Read the blurb if you want to know what the book is about. I do my best to NOT summarize the book in my reviews or give details away that may spoil any parts of a book.

Scarlett is not your typical heiress. Yes, she realizes how fortunate she is, however, she doesn’t want to be known for that. She wants to be relatable to the every day individual. And when she is provided an opportunity to live outside the life of her Lancaster, she takes that opportunity, with a bit of hesitancy though.

Monica does a wonderful job of letting this story play out naturally. But with saying that, certain revelations seem quite fast and the characters address this very well. I found this story to be authentic in so many ways yet very entertaining for readers. There is very light drama and is all handled well.

Overall, another great read from Monica Murphy!!

Release Day Blitz & Review…Sizzle by Carrie Aarons

Sizzle by Carrie Aarons is now live!

Everyone knows that if there was an award for biggest small town grump, Liam Ashton would win for Hope Crest, Pennsylvania no questions asked.
 
The reclusive, brooding farmer might be part of the family business and do anything for those closest to him, but his bark keeps almost everyone else away. Perhaps that’s what happens when you fall in love at first sight but aren’t allowed to be with the soulmate you didn’t realize you were looking for.
 
When the forbidden woman of his dreams blows back into town, he might finally get a shot to convince her they’re destined to be together. Only, her denials and refusals won’t let him get anywhere near her.
 
Gabrielle Murphy swore she’d never return to the town where she took her first teaching job. She’d done the right thing, once upon a time, and there is no room to question what if.
 
But when the only woman who ever understood her passes and leaves her to clean up the pieces, she can’t exactly say no. Get in, fulfill her grandmother’s wishes, and get out. That’s the plan. Until Liam confronts her and they give in to the unmatched inferno that’s been blazing between them forever.
 
Even though there is nothing standing in the way of a happily ever after this time, Gabrielle still can’t let this surly version of the Liam she once knew love her completely.
 
Until a surprise binds them to each other for the foreseeable future, and they have to forgive enough to move forward. But just as the ice around their hearts starts to thaw, darker outside forces threaten to ruin their chance before it’s even taken.

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Carrie has definitely found her niche with small-town romances.

Sizzle is the third book in the Ashton Family series and I absolutely loved Liam and Gabrielle’s story.

Carrie does a great job of writing a forbidden romance that really resonated with readers. The growth we see in Liam and Gabrielle makes this story all the more authentic.

I am not going to tell you what happens – read the blurb and you’ll get all the information you need. Or don’t and just know that you are going to get a woman who keeps her guard up and a man who’s determined to win her over.

Sizzle is perfectly paced and will have you swooning in no time. Readers will love Liam and Gabrielle’s story and will be rooting for them from the get-go.

Meet Carrie Aarons


Author of romance novels such as Fleeting and Love at First Fight, Carrie Aarons writes books that are just as swoon-worthy as they are sarcastic. Her stories are fueled by vanilla lattes, meloncholy music, and copious amounts of candles.

When she isn’t writing, Carrie is busy binging reality TV, having a love/hate relationship with cardio, and trying not to burn dinner. She lives in farm country with her husband, two children and ninety-pound rescue pup.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Stranded With The One by Heidi McLaughlin

Title: Stranded with the One
Author: Heidi McLaughlin
Genre: Holiday Romance
Release Date: December 12, 2023
Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC.

New York Times bestselling author Heidi McLaughlin takes you on a holiday journey . . . trains, planes and automobile style.

Holly Saint and Christian Lane grew up together and were best friends until he fell in love with someone else. Now, years later they find themselves stranded—both trying to get back to their hometown for Christmas, that’s if Jack Frost will allow them.

*Readers, please take note: this novel was previously published under the pen name, Darby Blake. The content is the same.*



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Heidi McLaughlin is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of The Beaumont Series, The Boys of Summer, and The Archers.
Originally, from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in picturesque Vermont, with her husband, two daughters, and their three dogs.
In 2012, Heidi turned her passion for reading into a full-fledged literary career, writing over twenty novels, including the acclaimed Forever My Girl.
Heidi’s first novel, Forever My Girl, has been adapted into a motion picture with LD Entertainment and Roadside Attractions, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe, and opened in theaters on January 19, 2018, and is now available on DVD & Digital.
To stay connected with Heidi visit www.facebook.com/authorheidimclaughlin or heidimclaughlin.com