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Release Day Blitz…Hart Street Lane by Samantha Young

by Courtney

Hart Street Lane by Samantha Young is now live!

A steamy fake engagement romance from New York Times Bestselling Author Samantha Young.

Faking it has never been so hard…

Breaking up with my fiancé wasn’t on my agenda this summer, neither was hiding the truth from everyone, including my colleagues at Pennington’s department store. But that tiny evasion gets me into trouble when I’m forced to play bride-to-be for our new marketing campaign. If my boss finds out I’ve lied to her, it won’t just be my reputation on the line; it’ll be my job.

Enter my new bestie, Baird McMillan. Professional goalkeeper, professional heartbreaker, and now my professional fake fiancé. Baird’s public escapades have gotten him on the wrong side of his football club’s new owner, and he needs to prove he’s settling down. A fake engagement is a win-win for us both.

There’s just one problem. It turns out there’s nothing fake about the explosive connection Baird and I share.

I may not have been looking for love, but every moment with Baird tempts me to reach for it. Yet just as I start to believe a future together could be a real possibility, our pasts come surging back with a vengeance. And with it, those who will do anything to destroy our chance at forever…

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Release Day Blitz & Review…A Hateful Negotiation by Tijan

by Courtney

A Hateful Negotiation by Tijan is now live!

In a slow-burn mafia romance from New York Times bestselling author Tijan, a dangerous psychopath—and deadly crime boss—drops his defenses for the one girl he’s vowed to protect.

Creighton was a dangerous crime boss with a growing empire. And he’s a psychopath.

He’s also obsessed with Blake.

She wanted a normal life. That meant new friends and a life without Creighton.

Except when Blake moves to New York for her senior year of college, Creighton follows because he knows that danger is close behind. He has always protected Blake, and he always will protect her, even if Blake hates how ruthless Creighton has become for her.

However, once they’re in New York, the dynamics between the two begin to change. Tensions heat up, and soon their chemistry is sizzling beyond what Blake can handle.

That means that their usual back-and-forth has to change, with new rules and a new agreement.

Perhaps this negotiation could be for their happily ever after?

They’ll just need to survive each other first…

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Tijan – you never fail to deliver a gripping story that keeps me invested from start to finish.

We met Blake in a previous book (A Captive Situation) but we really get to know her in this book. And boy do I love her so much.

Creighton is without a doubt, a villain. But Blake is his kryptonite. However, she just wants her freedom from him. I won’t on into their background (you will know if you read A Captive Situation) as I want new readers to experience their connection authentically without knowing before diving into this book.

I will that reading A Captive Situation before this one will probably help in setting the stage for this story, but isn’t necessary as only the ending of that book is helpful to the start of this one. But you will probably want to read other books in this series (Kings of New York) after reading this and see what they’re all about.

I digress, this is a slow-burn romance. Blake and Creighton have a past, but it’s not one you expect. The chemistry is there but can an obsession lead to a healthy relationship between Creighton and Blake?

Definitely a recommended read for those slow-burn, mafia romances.

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Release Day Blitz…The Exception by Vi Keeland

by Courtney

Title: The Exception

Author: Vi Keeland

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Boss/Intern, Dominant Hero, Billionaire

Release Date: January 11, 2026

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He lives by a set of rules. She might be his one exception.

I just wanted a distraction, something to take the edge off before facing a wedding I was dreading. So on the flight back to New York, I signed up for a dating app. Harmless enough, right?

Wrong.

Turns out, it wasn’t just any app—it catered to people with very specific tastes. By the time I realized it, I was already on my date.

Tall, confident, and sinfully handsome, Jagger Langston seemed like the full package. The chemistry between us was instant—electric enough to burn the whole city down. Though things took a turn when we figured out I’d misunderstood who should join the app. We laughed it off, said goodbye, and went our separate ways.

Or so I thought.

Until I walked into my new internship Monday morning, ready to put the weekend behind me, and there he was—my boss.

Now I’m caught between the rules he lives by—and the temptation to make him break every single one of them.

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Cover Reveal…Wicked Altar by Jane Henry

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Jane Henry has revealed the cover for Wicked Altar: A Dark Irish Mafia Arranged Marriage Romance!

Releasing: January 30, 2026

Cover Designer: Marika Veil

I’ve hated Cavin McCarthy since the day he made me cry in a school cupboard.

He was my tormentor—the cruel bastard who turned my name into a joke and my life into hell.

Now? He’s my fiancé.

An arranged marriage neither of us wanted, brokered by families who deal in blood and power. I’d refuse if I could. But my sister is dying, and the McCarthy’s hold the key to saving her life.

So I’ll walk down the aisle. I’ll say the vows. I’ll become Mrs. Cavin McCarthy.

But I’ll never forgive the arrogant jerk.

Except… the monster I remember isn’t the man before me now. The boy who destroyed me has become someone who’d burn the world down to keep me safe. Who touches me like I’m something precious instead of ruined. Whose rough hands and rougher words unravel every defense I’ve built.

When his fingers wrap around my throat and his voice goes low in my ear, I’m not thinking about revenge anymore…

I’m thinking about surrender.

And in the McCarthy family, surrender might be the most dangerous thing of all.

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Cover Reveal…The Stars & Their Sky by Giana Darling

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Giana Darling has revealed the covers for The Stars & Their Sky!

Releasing: January 28, 2026

Photographer – Wong Sim

Model – Mitchell Wick

Model cover designer – Qamber Designs

Discrete cover designer – TRC Designs

From Wall Street Journal best-selling author Giana Darling comes a MMF romance about a movie star caught in a decade old scandal, a marriage of convenience, and forbidden love under Hollywood’s unforgiving spotlight.

Hollywood is buzzing about my latest film—a passion project starring award-winning actor Adam Meyers and his mysterious new fiancée, Linnea Kai.
Their whirlwind romance shocked the industry, and now the world is dying to see their chemistry light up the screen.
The only one dreading it… is me.
I walked away from them—for their sake and mine. But now, working side by side every day and pretending I don’t still belong to them in every way is tearing me apart.
When Linnea suffers a devastating loss and Adam’s toxic father resurfaces, I realize staying away may no longer be an option. But in this town, a scandal like ours could end all three of our careers before the cameras stop rolling.
Now I have to decide:
Are my dreams worth more than the dreamers who made me believe they were possible?

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Cover Reveal…The Hotshot by Piper Rayne

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Piper Rayne has revealed the cover for The Hotshot!

Releasing: February 17, 2026

Raising my cousin’s three kids wasn’t in my five-year plan.

Actually, it wasn’t in any plan.

One minute I’m a single labor and delivery nurse living a quiet life and the next, I’m navigating guardianship hearings, meltdowns, and homework I’m pretty sure requires a math degree.

Enter Hayes Carlisle.

My best friend’s older brother.

Chicago Colts newest catcher.

And the man I once kissed and immediately pretended I didn’t.

So, when the custody battle I’ve been dreading becomes a reality, I shouldn’t be surprised that Hayes swoops in with a wild idea—a fake relationship. According to him, pretending we’re together will polish his image and prove to the court I’m not taking on an instant family alone.

But pretending to be Hayes’ girlfriend is a terrible idea.

Because he remembers how to make me laugh.

Because he looks at me like our kiss wasn’t a one-time mistake.

Because the kids start asking him to read bedtime stories.

Because my heart starts wanting things my life doesn’t have room for.

I can manage the chaos. I can fight for these kids.

But pretending not to fall for Hayes Carlisle?

That might be the one thing I can’t do.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…The Mysterious One by Marni Mann

by Courtney

The Mysterious One by Marni Mann is now live!

A spicy grumpy-sunshine, age-gap, close-proximity romance from USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann …

I’m the mysterious one. The angriest alphahole who never bends. And she’s the woman who will bring me to my knees.

As the executive chef and face of my family’s billion-dollar empire, time is the one luxury I don’t have. With endless responsibilities and nonstop demands, I lost my passion and love for the art of cooking. What used to be my dream job is now my worst nightmare. I was ready to walk away and give up everything we’d built …

Until Alivia happened.

She was supposed to be a temporary diversion so we could satisfy each other’s desires and then never see each other again …

Yet I knew she was different right away. A woman who was my complete opposite, the calm to my storm. The sunshine to my darkness. With a body that left me speechless.

What I didn’t see was how much we both craved a break.
Me from a career that would eventually kill me, her from an abusive home life.

When two people in pain connect, an explosion erupts. That was us. All fire and longing, mixed with a genuine need to seek shelter in one another’s arms.

While I’m still savoring the taste of her on my lips, I see her again unexpectedly and wonder … is our connection enough to surpass the secrets between us, or were we only meant to have those two nights together?

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I do believe Walker just became my favorite Weston sibling.

This book started off with fire in so many ways and continued to keep glued to the pages.

The chemistry between Walked and Alivia is immediate from the start. I love how these two both go into this with the expectations of no strings and neither expects more when it’s over. However, neither can let the other far from their mind.

Marni wrote the perfect untouchable Brute in Walker, but created the ideal match for him with Alivia. Their banter and her ability to be so blunt with him created a perfect harmony for them. These two are far from different walks in life, are total opposites in disposition, and yet they somehow are what the other one needs.

A definite must-read!!

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Release Day Blitz & Review…On Edge by Mallory Fox

by Courtney

On Edge by Mallory Fox is now live!

I’m engaged to the man who murdered my sister.

Troy Severin thinks he’s gotten away with it. Why else would a billionaire live in the cursed estate where my sister, Nell, died? Leave razors like calling cards? He’s taunting me, hunting me, drawing me into Grayfleet Hall’s shadows, where edges have teeth and every mirror lies.

He watches me sleep, plays with my fears, and knows exactly how to make me fall. He’s untouchable—a predator in designer suits with poison-green eyes and a brooding look that cuts deeper than any blade.

But as I dig into his past, the truth slips through my fingers. These blood-soaked walls hold more than his secrets. They hold Nell’s.

Troy might be temptation wrapped in danger, who can shatter my resolve with one glance and, steal my breath with just a whisper, but I won’t go quietly to the altar.

He thinks I’m here to marry him.

I’m here to bury him alive.

Publisher Note: On Edge is Sage and Troy’s story. A dark gothic enemies-to-lovers romance intended for mature readers, containing material that some may find triggering or offensive.

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This was a gripping retelling of Sweeney Todd.

I was hooked from start to finish with this book.

On Edge is the perfect title for this book as I felt like I was on edge from start to finish.

I will say that this book started off feeling like I was missing something at first, but then I realized as I continued reading, that was part of the whole mystery and suspense of this story.

The vibes that Mallory gave off with her writing and the entire goth setting – yea, it just set the stage for a great story. The twists and turns and the building romance – everything was paced perfectly and flowed flawlessly.

Definitely a recommended read for anyone who loves dark or gothic romance.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Into The Storm by Christina Sol

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Into the Storm by Christina Sol is now live!

She’s looking to start fresh, free from any entanglements. He’s not relationship material and is content living a quiet life. When their paths collide, the chemistry between them can’t be denied. But danger swirls around them…

For hairstylist Freya Hansen, relocating to Hudson Island gives her the chance to shed her old life and start over. When her newfound peace is shattered, she struggles to pick up the pieces, until a mysterious stranger steps in. A history of failed relationships has left her questioning her own judgement, no matter how intriguing she finds him.

Xander Bonetti has left his wild ways behind him and is more than happy to focus on his work–leading Hudson Security’s personal security division. But when he spies the petite hairdresser after an incident at the Pacific View Resort, his protective instincts kick into high gear. And when a threat from her past brings trouble to her doorstep, even while knowing his heart could be on the line, he’ll do anything to protect her.

As the heat between Xander and Freya grows, so does the danger that looms around them. Not only must they unravel decades-old clues to end the unseen threat targeting Freya, but they must also let go of their fears and secrets or they’ll lose their chance at a once in a lifetime love.

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This is the second book in this series, but focuses on Freya and Xander.

Neither of these two are looking for any sort of relationship. But as the story progresses, it’s impossible for these two to not want more from the other.

What I enjoyed most about this book was the maturity of these two characters. I loved how this relationship just blossomed and moved naturally.

It is told in 3rd person POV, which tends to be a struggle for me sometimes, and I think was a drawback on my connecting to the characters overall, but I still really enjoyed this story.

A really good addition to this series.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Loving The Tormentor

by Courtney

Loving The Tormentor by Lola King is now live!

A dark bully romance from best-selling author Lola King

She dreams of being noticed by her idol. He needs a muse to torment.

Once a decade, my broken hometown spits out a good girl.

Everyone always made sure to point out that it’s me. The violinist who doesn’t belong. The girl mocked for dreaming too big, for believing I can escape the gangs, the debts, and the crimes of the North Shore.

All I want is one thing: a spot at Silver Falls University, where they house the most elite music school in the country. The place where my idol studies.

Achilles Duval is a legend. A genius. A man whose music could break your heart before he ever touched your body. I’ve followed him for years, obsessed with the chance of one day having him hear me play. His notorious arrogance means nothing when I dream of him noticing me.

And he does notice me.
But not in the way I hoped.

Because Achilles isn’t just brilliant. He’s dangerous. Untouchable. A man born with power, privilege, and no limits. His reputation barely scratches the surface of what he really is.

He’s not an idol. He’s a monster.

And once Achilles Duval sets his eyes on you, there’s no walking away unscathed.

They say never meet your heroes.
They should have warned me about Achilles.

Loving The Liar is a dark romance intended for readers over 18. Please, read the CW in the book.
This is the third book in a series of 3 interconnected standalones.

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Lola King has won me over as a reader and has been added to my one-click reads. This series has blown me away.

The emotions and feelings this book evokes is unreal. It is a slow-burn and please heed the triggers because Lola doesn’t sugarcoat anything.

I think that is what I loved best about this book – the real and rawness to this story.

Nyx & Achilles story is messy, chaotic, but beautiful. It’s so them.

And the writing – Lola’s writing is something entirely unique and I love it. It’s smooth and graceful and just flows beautifully.

I need more from this author.

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Release Day Blitz & Review…Sweet Addiction by Bella Matthews

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Sweet Addiction by Bella Matthews is now live!

From #1 Amazon and USA Today Bestselling Author Bella Matthews comes an enemies to lovers, forced proximity, sports romance.

Rome Beneventi is a walking, talking bad decision—six feet, five inches of tattoos, temptation, and trouble wrapped in a smirk and dipped in sin. This MMA champion should come with a warning label . . . or at the very least a disclaimer.
I sell books, and he breaks bones.
We are not on the same page.

At least not until he discovers my secret and instead of keeping it, blackmails me into fake dating him.

Now I’m living in his house.
Lying to my family and friends.
Playing nice for the cameras.
And trying not to melt every time he calls me “baby” like it’s more than a show.

I told myself I’d never fall for him.
That I was too smart to love the devil in designer clothes.
But the thing about enemies?
Sometimes they’re the only ones who see you clearly.

And faking it with Rome Beneventi?
Yeah . . . it stopped feeling fake a long time ago.

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Sweet Addiction, indeed.

This book was very addictive and I was enraptured by this story from start to finish.

Rome is an MMA, and a very good one at that. Dillan hates him and wants nothing to do with him.

Bella writes and explosive story chemistry-wise but delivers it with angst and great banter. The pacing was perfect the fake-dating trope – perfect for this setting.

If you haven’t read any of Bella’s books yet – what are you waiting for!?!

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