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Marika Ray

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http://www.marikaray.com

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Romance, Contemporary, Humor and Comedy

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April 2017

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Marika is a USA Today bestselling author writing steamy RomComs to make your heart explode and bring a smile to your face. She lives by the beach and posts a delightful number of hot lifeguard pictures.

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Hellman Brothers Series

Grumpy As Hell (Hellman Brothers #1) by Marika Ray

Bro Code Hell (Hellman Brothers #2) by Marika Ray

Friend Zone Hell (Hellman Brothers #3) by Marika Ray

Cougar From Hell (Hellman Brothers #4) by Marika Ray

Falling First Hell (Hellman Brothers Book 5) by Marika Ray

Sisters From Hell Series

One Night Bride (Sisters From Hell Book 2) by Marika Ray

Smarty Pants (Sisters From Hell Book 3) by Marika Ray

Ex Best Thing (Sisters From Hell, #4) by Marika Ray

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	Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups, #1) by Marika Ray (Goodreads Author), Sylvie Stewart (Goodreads Author) 4.20 avg rating — 2,933 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Grumpy As Hell (Hellman Brothers, #1) 4.12 avg rating — 1,942 ratings — published 2022 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Grumpy the Bear (Blueball Band of Brothers, #1) 4.13 avg rating — 1,437 ratings — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Mood Swings and Hockey Flings (Hot Flash Hookups #2) by Marika Ray (Goodreads Author), Sylvie Stewart (Goodreads Author) 4.27 avg rating — 1,209 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3) by Marika Ray (Goodreads Author), Sylvie Stewart (Goodreads Author) 4.30 avg rating — 991 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Bro Code Hell (Hellman Brothers #2) 4.31 avg rating — 908 ratings — published 2022 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Friend Zone Hell (Hellman Brothers #3) 4.27 avg rating — 843 ratings — published 2022 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Package Deal (Wolfe Brothers Book 1) 4.33 avg rating — 829 ratings — published 2024 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Grumpy Little Christmas 4.25 avg rating — 825 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sleepless Nights and Hockey Fights (Hot Flash Hookups #4) by Marika Ray (Goodreads Author), Sylvie Stewart (Goodreads Author) 4.39 avg rating — 799 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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ANCHORED is LIVE & in KU!

What a sweet and heartwarming read! Anchored is an utterly delightful story, filled with charming characters who will touch your heart. Maple and Holt are absolutely adorable—you can’t help but fall in love with them and their grandparents.

Why you want to read:
Fake engagement with her grandma’s physical therapist
Forced proximity in the cabin on Anchor Lake
Opposites attract
Childhood vacatio

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Hot Flash Hookups (4 books)
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Hellman Brothers (5 books)
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4.25 avg rating — 4,712 ratings

Blueball Band of Brothers (5 books)
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4.29 avg rating — 3,542 ratings

Jobs from Hell (4 books)
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4.24 avg rating — 2,385 ratings

Sisters From Hell (4 books)
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4.42 avg rating — 2,024 ratings

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Marika Ray and 1 other person liked Lisa Hemming's review of Heavens To Betsy: "Headline: Heaven, Mississippi: City girl who loves black, falls for and casts a spell on a southern gentleman with a fondness for polo shirts As I have said before, Marika Ray is the queen of Rom-Com’s and her new book, “Heavens to Betsy” had me laughi" Read more of this review »
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Marika Ray liked Sandi Hatt's review of Heavens To Betsy: "I was honoured to receive an advanced copy of this story and this is my honest review. Normally storm clouds come rolling in but not this one as it comes crashing in! Betsy is not your typical Southern Lady instead she prefers dressing in black with ma" Read more of this review »
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Marika Ray liked Jaime Reynolds's review of Heavens To Betsy: "This is a perfect story to brighten your day. The characters are fantastic with a story that keeps you turning pages and wanting more. You find yourself belly laughing and falling more in love with the small town Just don’t drink while reading…just i" Read more of this review »
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Marika Ray liked Jacqueline Kinion Falkenberry's review of Heavens To Betsy: "Betsy and Silas. Opposites attracts grumpy sunshine romance. I think I was smiling or laughing throughout the whole book. Loved Betsy’s fiery personality. The town of Heaven with all the lovely welcoming people really made the story. I can’t wait to " Read more of this review »
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“I play softball on the weekends”
― Marika Ray, The Marriage Sham

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“I tried to make a mental list of each responsibility, but my mind caught on specifics like when she said, “and then we’ll light this ring on fire.”
― Marika Ray, Falling For Mr. Safety

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“Surely caring for and nurturing a child, even when it was difficult, made one a parent, not the simple act of birth.”
― Marika Ray, Grumpy Little Christmas

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