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Love in the City
Get ready for thirteen heart pounding and laugh out loud rom-coms from thirteen bestselling and award winning authors, including Amazon chart toppers and USA Today bestsellers. Filled with mystery, second chances, soulmates, brother's best friends, bad boys, nobility, and the cute guy in the cubicle next to you, these stories will captivate you and leave you wishing for more.
Download this limited edition box set while you can and indulge in these sweet and sexy leading men and strong and beautiful heroines while they fall in love in cities around the world.
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Kirsty Greenwood - Love Will Save the Day
Whitney Dineen - Love for Sale
Aven Ellis - Love, the Viscount, & Me
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
Kate O'Keeffe - A Very English Love Story
Erin Huss - Love, Lies, and Limo Rides
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade
Kathryn R. Biel - Vision of Love
Download this limited edition box set while you can and indulge in these sweet and sexy leading men and strong and beautiful heroines while they fall in love in cities around the world.
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Kirsty Greenwood - Love Will Save the Day
Whitney Dineen - Love for Sale
Aven Ellis - Love, the Viscount, & Me
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
Kate O'Keeffe - A Very English Love Story
Erin Huss - Love, Lies, and Limo Rides
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade
Kathryn R. Biel - Vision of Love
1045 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 16, 2021
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Melissa Baldwin
41 books643 followersUSA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin is a planner-obsessed Disney fan who still watches Beverly Hills 90210 reruns and General Hospital.
She's a wife, mother, and journal keeper, who finally decided to write the book she talked about for years. She took her dream to the next level, and is now an award-winning, bestselling author of twenty-nine Romantic Comedy and Cozy Mystery novels and novellas. Melissa writes about charming, ambitious, and real women, and she considers these leading ladies to be part of her tribe.
When she isn't deep in the writing zone, this multitasking master organizer keeps busy by spending time with her family, traveling, attempting yoga poses, and going on rides at Disney World.
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She's a wife, mother, and journal keeper, who finally decided to write the book she talked about for years. She took her dream to the next level, and is now an award-winning, bestselling author of twenty-nine Romantic Comedy and Cozy Mystery novels and novellas. Melissa writes about charming, ambitious, and real women, and she considers these leading ladies to be part of her tribe.
When she isn't deep in the writing zone, this multitasking master organizer keeps busy by spending time with her family, traveling, attempting yoga poses, and going on rides at Disney World.
Visit authormelissabaldwin.com to sign up for her newsletter.
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January 19, 2021
This is such a fabulous box set and exactly what I needed in my life right now. Clean romance with all the feels, I highly recommend!
February 20, 2021
I have been anticipating this boxed set for so long! Just look at that awesome author line-up! Wow, so many of my favorites are included in this collection. I had the chance to read a few stories early but I have also purchased my own book so I can read them all! I'll update my review as I finish the books.
Love the One Your With by Jennifer Peel
I read through this story so quickly. As usual, Jennifer Peel writes characters that are easy to relate to and root for. Kasie and Jake have a different sort of love story- more mature, since they've been married for years but clearly Kasie feels undervalued and undesirable. It's a romantic slump for Kasie and Jake and something has to change.
What follows is a series of mishaps, misunderstandings, facing hurts, making changes and well, a return to love. Things are real but not overwhelming and there was a good dose of entertaining as well. The progression was natural but it was just over too soon. I'm used to longer stories by this author and it was hard to feel like I was only getting a bite sized dose of her usual books! I loved the characters (and the secondary characters!) and especially the ending. Hello Kitty. 😻 * 5 stars *
Little Lost Love Letter by Shari Tapscott
Oh my goodness. I loved this story! From the very beginning to the very end I was completely invested in Lucy and Ryland. The interactions and banter between them was so much fun!! Talk about chemistry and sparks!! Lucy and her (so, so many) mishaps, the poor girl. It made her ever so endearing. I think this is going to be a repeat statement for every book I read in this collection, but this story was over too fast. I wanted to linger with Lucy and Ryland. This book was light, fun, romantic and it just made me happy. * 5 stars *
Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers
Cute, cute, cute! This author has been writing stories set in New Orleans lately and they are so fun. It makes me want to visit there and enjoy the unique atmosphere and eat ALL the food. I think this one is my favorite of this NO series so far- lots of good chemistry and sparks. I liked the kissing. 💋😍 It was lighthearted, easy reading and I enjoyed my time with Harken and Mia. * 4 stars *
All's Fair In Love and War by Sariah Wilson
Honestly? Not my favorite book by this author. I've loved all her books so far so I feel bad saying that. I just couldn't connect with the characters, especially Jane. I didn't like her at all. But, lots of people are loving this book so read it and judge for yourself! * 2.5 stars *
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
This one was so sweet. I loved it and Ally- poor oblivious Ally- with a cute sense of style in her retro dresses. I really wanted more of this book and I definitely would have loved an epilogue to see that Valentine's date with Josh! The kissing gave me goosebumps. A few instances of mild swearing. * 4.5 stars *
Love the One Your With by Jennifer Peel
I read through this story so quickly. As usual, Jennifer Peel writes characters that are easy to relate to and root for. Kasie and Jake have a different sort of love story- more mature, since they've been married for years but clearly Kasie feels undervalued and undesirable. It's a romantic slump for Kasie and Jake and something has to change.
What follows is a series of mishaps, misunderstandings, facing hurts, making changes and well, a return to love. Things are real but not overwhelming and there was a good dose of entertaining as well. The progression was natural but it was just over too soon. I'm used to longer stories by this author and it was hard to feel like I was only getting a bite sized dose of her usual books! I loved the characters (and the secondary characters!) and especially the ending. Hello Kitty. 😻 * 5 stars *
Little Lost Love Letter by Shari Tapscott
Oh my goodness. I loved this story! From the very beginning to the very end I was completely invested in Lucy and Ryland. The interactions and banter between them was so much fun!! Talk about chemistry and sparks!! Lucy and her (so, so many) mishaps, the poor girl. It made her ever so endearing. I think this is going to be a repeat statement for every book I read in this collection, but this story was over too fast. I wanted to linger with Lucy and Ryland. This book was light, fun, romantic and it just made me happy. * 5 stars *
Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers
Cute, cute, cute! This author has been writing stories set in New Orleans lately and they are so fun. It makes me want to visit there and enjoy the unique atmosphere and eat ALL the food. I think this one is my favorite of this NO series so far- lots of good chemistry and sparks. I liked the kissing. 💋😍 It was lighthearted, easy reading and I enjoyed my time with Harken and Mia. * 4 stars *
All's Fair In Love and War by Sariah Wilson
Honestly? Not my favorite book by this author. I've loved all her books so far so I feel bad saying that. I just couldn't connect with the characters, especially Jane. I didn't like her at all. But, lots of people are loving this book so read it and judge for yourself! * 2.5 stars *
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
This one was so sweet. I loved it and Ally- poor oblivious Ally- with a cute sense of style in her retro dresses. I really wanted more of this book and I definitely would have loved an epilogue to see that Valentine's date with Josh! The kissing gave me goosebumps. A few instances of mild swearing. * 4.5 stars *
March 13, 2021
Like many of you, I've been eagerly await the release of this anthology! Some of my very favorite authors are participating and I'm excited to try out some new-to-me authors as well. I think I'll just review as I go...
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
4 Stars
Delicious! Jane and Bennett used to work together, until Bennett up and stole Jane's dream job. Fast forward a few months and they're thrown together again. Jane tries to ignore his hottness, but when he combines it with sweet charm...he's too hard to resist! This was a fun read, I think Ms. Wilson could make a phonebook seem swoony! Or in this case, a beat-up old food truck! I totally got hungry reading this one and wanted to try their desserts!
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
2 Stars
This one brought back a flood of memories from my own dating days. My husband and I met at work, were friends first and fell in love later. So I loved that aspect of the story. I do wish more focus had been on the H/h and seeing them fall in love. It was more back-burner type romance and I love it when its more front and center.
Rated PG: Mild kissing, mild language
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
5 Stars
One word: Swoony. This book had all the feels. I thought it was delightful. The characters were likable, I loved their meet-cute. I loved the tension. I loved that the focus was on our H/h and the romance was front and center. Very enjoyable read.
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
3 Stars
I always enjoy a good amnesia story, such a fun trope. Iris happens to be the only person our hero remembers, so he begs her to help him remember who he is. This was super cute and enjoyable.
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
4 Stars
Delicious! Jane and Bennett used to work together, until Bennett up and stole Jane's dream job. Fast forward a few months and they're thrown together again. Jane tries to ignore his hottness, but when he combines it with sweet charm...he's too hard to resist! This was a fun read, I think Ms. Wilson could make a phonebook seem swoony! Or in this case, a beat-up old food truck! I totally got hungry reading this one and wanted to try their desserts!
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
2 Stars
This one brought back a flood of memories from my own dating days. My husband and I met at work, were friends first and fell in love later. So I loved that aspect of the story. I do wish more focus had been on the H/h and seeing them fall in love. It was more back-burner type romance and I love it when its more front and center.
Rated PG: Mild kissing, mild language
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
5 Stars
One word: Swoony. This book had all the feels. I thought it was delightful. The characters were likable, I loved their meet-cute. I loved the tension. I loved that the focus was on our H/h and the romance was front and center. Very enjoyable read.
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
3 Stars
I always enjoy a good amnesia story, such a fun trope. Iris happens to be the only person our hero remembers, so he begs her to help him remember who he is. This was super cute and enjoyable.
Rated G: Kissing, no language
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade
February 6, 2021
**Review of Love the One You're With by Jennifer Peel**
It's so easy to get wrapped up in the life of raising a child, but what happens to a marriage when that child grows up and moves out? Jake and Kasie find themselves in the middle of a marriage crisis when that happens to them and a lot of digging and soul searching helps them figure it out.
True to Peel fashion, these characters battle real and raw emotions that are believable and angsty. I loved the angle The Real Housewives of Nashville played in the story, as it added some drama and entertainment. Why is it that I don't watch reality TV, but love stories that include these types of shows?
The things most worthwhile in life don't come easily and Peel always makes her characters work for their happily ever after. This is the kind of story that plays on a common fear that many women have and delivers a beautiful tale of hope.
This beautiful story is a tug-of-war between real and raw emotions and hope. My heart was in the clutches of this tale from start to finish!
**Review of Love the One You're With by Lucy McConnell**
Iris and Reggie have a flirty acquaintanceship, but their first real interaction is oh, so swoon-worthy! Reminiscent of While You Were Sleeping, a case of amnesia, a desire for a significant other, and a kooky family/social group lends for a very sweet and amusing love story.
Who wouldn't swoon over the chivalrous British hottie, Reggie? I was laughing at loud when Iris tried to help him remember his previous life and going to his apartment was hysterical. I loved the fact that he grasped onto an idea and built his life around it. Iris was hesitant to jump into the life she's always wanted, but her genuine compassion and sweetness made her a favorite in my book.
I can't imagine dealing with a situation such as this in real life, but I loved the way Iris and Reggie figured things out.
**Review of Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers**
Mia and Harker have a hilarious first meet and their whirlwind relationship spins out of control from there. Vampires and the mystical New Orleans setting give a gothic flavor to this humorous romance. Mia's spunkiness and Harker's obvious fascination made them likable.
Mia and Harker set off on a fast-paced, whimsical day adventure that's full of mishaps, misunderstands, and deception that kept me laughing and turning the pages. I enjoyed dashing through the pages at top speed, and although so much was packed into such a short amount of time, it was a super fun escape.
The masquerade event was very intriguing and mysterious, and was the perfect cap to a charming and romantic story.
**I can't wait to read them all!**
It's so easy to get wrapped up in the life of raising a child, but what happens to a marriage when that child grows up and moves out? Jake and Kasie find themselves in the middle of a marriage crisis when that happens to them and a lot of digging and soul searching helps them figure it out.
True to Peel fashion, these characters battle real and raw emotions that are believable and angsty. I loved the angle The Real Housewives of Nashville played in the story, as it added some drama and entertainment. Why is it that I don't watch reality TV, but love stories that include these types of shows?
The things most worthwhile in life don't come easily and Peel always makes her characters work for their happily ever after. This is the kind of story that plays on a common fear that many women have and delivers a beautiful tale of hope.
This beautiful story is a tug-of-war between real and raw emotions and hope. My heart was in the clutches of this tale from start to finish!
**Review of Love the One You're With by Lucy McConnell**
Iris and Reggie have a flirty acquaintanceship, but their first real interaction is oh, so swoon-worthy! Reminiscent of While You Were Sleeping, a case of amnesia, a desire for a significant other, and a kooky family/social group lends for a very sweet and amusing love story.
Who wouldn't swoon over the chivalrous British hottie, Reggie? I was laughing at loud when Iris tried to help him remember his previous life and going to his apartment was hysterical. I loved the fact that he grasped onto an idea and built his life around it. Iris was hesitant to jump into the life she's always wanted, but her genuine compassion and sweetness made her a favorite in my book.
I can't imagine dealing with a situation such as this in real life, but I loved the way Iris and Reggie figured things out.
**Review of Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers**
Mia and Harker have a hilarious first meet and their whirlwind relationship spins out of control from there. Vampires and the mystical New Orleans setting give a gothic flavor to this humorous romance. Mia's spunkiness and Harker's obvious fascination made them likable.
Mia and Harker set off on a fast-paced, whimsical day adventure that's full of mishaps, misunderstands, and deception that kept me laughing and turning the pages. I enjoyed dashing through the pages at top speed, and although so much was packed into such a short amount of time, it was a super fun escape.
The masquerade event was very intriguing and mysterious, and was the perfect cap to a charming and romantic story.
**I can't wait to read them all!**
March 4, 2021
All's Fair in Love and War by Sariah Wilson
2.5 Stars
Meh. This story was just okay for me. I wasn't a fan of the heroine at all and parts of the story were not believable.
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
4 Stars
Confession. I have never really been a big fan of Valentine's Day. To me, it's just another day. And I'm sure if Ally ever heard me saying that, she would be appalled! 🤣
Ally is such a sweet, fun character. I think we all could use a friend like Ally. She's always looking for the best in people, even when they don't deserve it. She's extremely optimistic and looking on the bright side comes easy for her. It's one of the many things her best friend, Josh, loves about her.
Y'all. Josh is seriously the best. He's very supportive of Ally and her happiness. You can tell from the very beginning he only wants the best for her. I think I fell in love with him from the start.
While there was some romance in the book, the main part of the story (at least for me), was watching Ally become a better version of herself. One where she doesn't lose her optimism but is able to see things without the rose-colored glasses on. Her "Ah-ha!" moment with Hazel was the best! ❤️
I really enjoyed this book. It was super cute! But I found myself wanting just a little bit more. An epilogue would've been perfect. Maybe of a certain special date? 😉
I just realized while I was reading that I haven't read very many of Ms. Monson's books. I have loved all the ones I've read so far. I see some binge reading happening in the near future!
And of course, I can't forget my casting. What do you think?!
Love the One You're With by Jennifer Peel
5 Stars
Confession. I have a very strong dislike of reality TV shows. I just can't watch them. I was a bit hesitant going into this book because of said show, but I shouldn't have been worried. The reality TV angle was definitely NOT what I was expecting it to be and I ended up loving the book!
Y'all... Kasie is my kind of gal! She's easy to relate to, she keeps it real, she loves fiercely, she protects what is hers and will do anything, and I mean anything, for her family and friends. This woman has a heart of gold! Definitely one of my favorite heroines!
As for Jake... *dreamy sigh* He quickly became a favorite of mine as well! I loved that he not only talked the talk, but he walked the walk. He may have been a putz, but when he finally woke up, he had no problem showing Kasie just how much she really meant to him. Their journey was absolutely beautiful!
And can we just take a minute to talk about the chemistry that was flying off the pages?! YOWZERS! Between Kasie and Jake and Abs and Dallas, I kept turning into a big ol' pile of goo! Y'all. I cannot WAIT for Abs and Dallas's book! I have a feeling it's going to be hot... hot... HOT!
I wasn't going to say anything about Vivian, but I will. Karma. That. Is. All! 🤣
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Ms. Peel is a phenomenal author. I know the moment I pick up one of her books, I will be held hostage until the very end. Nothing ever gets done when I'm reading her books. I cannot wait to see what she has in store for us next!
As for my casting... y'all... I'm in love with these two! What do you think?
Love Will Save the Day by Kristy Greenwood
Stopped at Chapter 5. DNF.
Love for Sale by Whitney Dineen
Love the Viscount and Me by Aven Ellis
DNF
Little Lost Love Letter by Shari L. Tapscott
5 Stars!
Oh how I loved this book! From the moment I picked it up, I could not put it down! I read way past my bedtime and wanted to call in late for work just so I could finish it. Don't worry... I was responsible and went to work. But you better believe I grabbed my kindle the moment I discovered it was lunch time. I could not get enough of Lucy and Ryder! These two had my busting out laughing and letting out little dreamy sighs. This is definitely a MUST READ!
Can't Forget a Love Like That by Lucy McConnell
3 Stars
Cute book. Still have questions on parts of the story but I enjoyed it.
A Very English Love Story by Kate O'Keeffe
DNF
Love, Lies & Limo Rides by Erin Huss
Thanks for the Love by Melissa Baldwin
Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers
3 Stars
Another cute, quick read. I think I need to add New Orleans to my bucket list.
Vision of Love by Kathryn R. Biel
2.5 Stars
Meh. This story was just okay for me. I wasn't a fan of the heroine at all and parts of the story were not believable.
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
4 Stars
Confession. I have never really been a big fan of Valentine's Day. To me, it's just another day. And I'm sure if Ally ever heard me saying that, she would be appalled! 🤣
Ally is such a sweet, fun character. I think we all could use a friend like Ally. She's always looking for the best in people, even when they don't deserve it. She's extremely optimistic and looking on the bright side comes easy for her. It's one of the many things her best friend, Josh, loves about her.
Y'all. Josh is seriously the best. He's very supportive of Ally and her happiness. You can tell from the very beginning he only wants the best for her. I think I fell in love with him from the start.
While there was some romance in the book, the main part of the story (at least for me), was watching Ally become a better version of herself. One where she doesn't lose her optimism but is able to see things without the rose-colored glasses on. Her "Ah-ha!" moment with Hazel was the best! ❤️
I really enjoyed this book. It was super cute! But I found myself wanting just a little bit more. An epilogue would've been perfect. Maybe of a certain special date? 😉
I just realized while I was reading that I haven't read very many of Ms. Monson's books. I have loved all the ones I've read so far. I see some binge reading happening in the near future!
And of course, I can't forget my casting. What do you think?!
Love the One You're With by Jennifer Peel
5 Stars
Confession. I have a very strong dislike of reality TV shows. I just can't watch them. I was a bit hesitant going into this book because of said show, but I shouldn't have been worried. The reality TV angle was definitely NOT what I was expecting it to be and I ended up loving the book!
Y'all... Kasie is my kind of gal! She's easy to relate to, she keeps it real, she loves fiercely, she protects what is hers and will do anything, and I mean anything, for her family and friends. This woman has a heart of gold! Definitely one of my favorite heroines!
As for Jake... *dreamy sigh* He quickly became a favorite of mine as well! I loved that he not only talked the talk, but he walked the walk. He may have been a putz, but when he finally woke up, he had no problem showing Kasie just how much she really meant to him. Their journey was absolutely beautiful!
And can we just take a minute to talk about the chemistry that was flying off the pages?! YOWZERS! Between Kasie and Jake and Abs and Dallas, I kept turning into a big ol' pile of goo! Y'all. I cannot WAIT for Abs and Dallas's book! I have a feeling it's going to be hot... hot... HOT!
I wasn't going to say anything about Vivian, but I will. Karma. That. Is. All! 🤣
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Ms. Peel is a phenomenal author. I know the moment I pick up one of her books, I will be held hostage until the very end. Nothing ever gets done when I'm reading her books. I cannot wait to see what she has in store for us next!
As for my casting... y'all... I'm in love with these two! What do you think?
Love Will Save the Day by Kristy Greenwood
Stopped at Chapter 5. DNF.
Love for Sale by Whitney Dineen
Love the Viscount and Me by Aven Ellis
DNF
Little Lost Love Letter by Shari L. Tapscott
5 Stars!
Oh how I loved this book! From the moment I picked it up, I could not put it down! I read way past my bedtime and wanted to call in late for work just so I could finish it. Don't worry... I was responsible and went to work. But you better believe I grabbed my kindle the moment I discovered it was lunch time. I could not get enough of Lucy and Ryder! These two had my busting out laughing and letting out little dreamy sighs. This is definitely a MUST READ!
Can't Forget a Love Like That by Lucy McConnell
3 Stars
Cute book. Still have questions on parts of the story but I enjoyed it.
A Very English Love Story by Kate O'Keeffe
DNF
Love, Lies & Limo Rides by Erin Huss
Thanks for the Love by Melissa Baldwin
Love at the Masquerade by Stephanie Fowers
3 Stars
Another cute, quick read. I think I need to add New Orleans to my bucket list.
Vision of Love by Kathryn R. Biel
January 22, 2021
Review of Little Lost Love Letter by Shari L. Tapscott
I have read almost all of Shari L. Tapscott’s contemporary novels, and I have loved every single one of them! This adorable novella was no exception. I feel like Ms. Tapscott’s blurb about this book is so funny and cute. I definitely couldn’t do justice to it, so I’m just going to add it here.
Lucy never meant for her boss to read the letter confessing her feelings. Too bad she lost it in his office.
The day started out like every other: with me crushed under the weight of my wicked-hot boss’s expectations and inevitable disappointment.
And then something bad happened.
It’s worse than the time I spilled a scalding hot latte in Mr. Devlin’s lap. It’s even worse than the morning I accidentally saved a playlist of pop workout songs over a building schematic right before a big meeting.
I lost a love letter somewhere in the office.
The thing is, it’s not even an actual love letter. Let’s call it a therapeutic form of hate mail that went down a twisted bunny trail and ended up sounding like a love letter.
It was addressed to my boss.
And I think he might have found it…
And this book is just as fun as the blurb makes it sound. Lucy is hilarious, and I loved her mix of warmth and clumsiness. The crazy things that kept happening to her kept making me laugh. Her POV was hilarious! Ryland was also super cute. Don’t worry he is not a total jerk. It was actually pretty cute the way Lucy could rile him up. It was nice though to see his POV too. This was an adorable, hilarious, and clean novella that I loved. My only complaint that it was way too short! I’m waiting for more Shari L. Tapscott contemporary novels, and I can’t wait for her to write more!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
I have read almost all of Shari L. Tapscott’s contemporary novels, and I have loved every single one of them! This adorable novella was no exception. I feel like Ms. Tapscott’s blurb about this book is so funny and cute. I definitely couldn’t do justice to it, so I’m just going to add it here.
Lucy never meant for her boss to read the letter confessing her feelings. Too bad she lost it in his office.
The day started out like every other: with me crushed under the weight of my wicked-hot boss’s expectations and inevitable disappointment.
And then something bad happened.
It’s worse than the time I spilled a scalding hot latte in Mr. Devlin’s lap. It’s even worse than the morning I accidentally saved a playlist of pop workout songs over a building schematic right before a big meeting.
I lost a love letter somewhere in the office.
The thing is, it’s not even an actual love letter. Let’s call it a therapeutic form of hate mail that went down a twisted bunny trail and ended up sounding like a love letter.
It was addressed to my boss.
And I think he might have found it…
And this book is just as fun as the blurb makes it sound. Lucy is hilarious, and I loved her mix of warmth and clumsiness. The crazy things that kept happening to her kept making me laugh. Her POV was hilarious! Ryland was also super cute. Don’t worry he is not a total jerk. It was actually pretty cute the way Lucy could rile him up. It was nice though to see his POV too. This was an adorable, hilarious, and clean novella that I loved. My only complaint that it was way too short! I’m waiting for more Shari L. Tapscott contemporary novels, and I can’t wait for her to write more!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
February 19, 2021
I had the opportunity to review one story from this set. There are some fantastic authors, so I look forward to more reading in the future.
I received a review copy of "Love at the Masquerade" by Stephanie Fowers. The novella is set in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. I enjoyed the symbolism with vampires. The vampires of legends and the modern-day vampires that like to leach everything they can from anyone and everyone, only concerned with their ambitions.
Harker and Mia were a pleasure to read about. They both are victims in this scenario. I enjoyed their innate goodness and chemistry.
I received a review copy of "Love at the Masquerade" by Stephanie Fowers. The novella is set in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. I enjoyed the symbolism with vampires. The vampires of legends and the modern-day vampires that like to leach everything they can from anyone and everyone, only concerned with their ambitions.
Harker and Mia were a pleasure to read about. They both are victims in this scenario. I enjoyed their innate goodness and chemistry.
February 17, 2021
I haven't finished all of these stories yet, at 1,405 pages, that will take a few days! I just wanted to recommend this while you can get it for 99 cents. Even at full price it is well worth it though!
All's Fair in Love and War by Sariah Wilson
Jane and Bennett were both apprentice bakers. There was a no dating rule, which they kept to, while their friendship and sparks grew. Jane hopped that things might change when their apprenticeship ended, until Bennett stole her dream job. Now she's stuck in a soul less corporate job. Curse Bennett McKay! All might be looking up again when she gets the opportunity to compete in the Taste of Cincinnati. The catch: she'll be sharing a food truck with Bennett who will be competing too.
I loved this book! It was full of tension, chemistry, humor, delicious sounding food, and hope. If you haven't read Sariah Wilson yet, you're in for a real treat.
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
This was a workplace romance, with a hint of magic. Ally got a "love potion" at a street fair the previous weekend. It smells like old lady perfume, but when it spills in her purse, and she is accidentally coated in it, her workplace crush, Dylan, finally notices her. Is the love potion working? Is Dylan really the one that she wants?
I loved the workplace dynamics, the friends to lovers aspect, and watching Ally's growth. She's a rose colored glasses person and tends to see the best in everyone. While I don't think that's a bad thing, I liked seeing her stand up for herself, and see some people as they really are.
Love the One You're With by Jennifer Peel
This one starts with a relationship falling apart. Kasie and Jake got married right out of high school due to a teen pregnancy. Now their daughter is going off to college, Kasie wants a husband who loves her, not feels stuck with her. Jake loves her, but still doesn't stop her from leaving. Idiot!
I don't usually like stories about marital issues, but Jennifer Peel does such a good job, I would read anything she writes! The heartbreak is real, but the reconciliation is beautiful! There's so much humor that this story doesn't feel heavy either. I was laughing out loud. Often.
Content: 2 uses of the b-word for men, mild innuendo and talk of sex (mostly within marriage)
Can't Forget a Love Like That by Lucy McConnell
This is my favorite story in the collection so far! It was like a combination of An Affair to Remember and While You Were Sleeping. Iris and Reggie work in the same building. They've been flirting on the elevator for month, but don't even know each other's names. They finally kiss (he's pretending to be her boyfriend to get her out of a set up). The kiss is amazing, but Reggie isn't at work the next day, or the next. He's just gone. When Reggie awakes in the hospital, he can't remember his name, or anything except the face of a beautiful woman and one amazing kiss. He knows they must be in love.
This leads to the sweetest comedy of errors! He thinks they must be really close, she doesn't know much more about him than he does, but you can't forget a love like that. This story was so darn cute! It will leave you smiling, and going back for more.
All's Fair in Love and War by Sariah Wilson
Jane and Bennett were both apprentice bakers. There was a no dating rule, which they kept to, while their friendship and sparks grew. Jane hopped that things might change when their apprenticeship ended, until Bennett stole her dream job. Now she's stuck in a soul less corporate job. Curse Bennett McKay! All might be looking up again when she gets the opportunity to compete in the Taste of Cincinnati. The catch: she'll be sharing a food truck with Bennett who will be competing too.
I loved this book! It was full of tension, chemistry, humor, delicious sounding food, and hope. If you haven't read Sariah Wilson yet, you're in for a real treat.
The Love Potion by Becky Monson
This was a workplace romance, with a hint of magic. Ally got a "love potion" at a street fair the previous weekend. It smells like old lady perfume, but when it spills in her purse, and she is accidentally coated in it, her workplace crush, Dylan, finally notices her. Is the love potion working? Is Dylan really the one that she wants?
I loved the workplace dynamics, the friends to lovers aspect, and watching Ally's growth. She's a rose colored glasses person and tends to see the best in everyone. While I don't think that's a bad thing, I liked seeing her stand up for herself, and see some people as they really are.
Love the One You're With by Jennifer Peel
This one starts with a relationship falling apart. Kasie and Jake got married right out of high school due to a teen pregnancy. Now their daughter is going off to college, Kasie wants a husband who loves her, not feels stuck with her. Jake loves her, but still doesn't stop her from leaving. Idiot!
I don't usually like stories about marital issues, but Jennifer Peel does such a good job, I would read anything she writes! The heartbreak is real, but the reconciliation is beautiful! There's so much humor that this story doesn't feel heavy either. I was laughing out loud. Often.
Content: 2 uses of the b-word for men, mild innuendo and talk of sex (mostly within marriage)
Can't Forget a Love Like That by Lucy McConnell
This is my favorite story in the collection so far! It was like a combination of An Affair to Remember and While You Were Sleeping. Iris and Reggie work in the same building. They've been flirting on the elevator for month, but don't even know each other's names. They finally kiss (he's pretending to be her boyfriend to get her out of a set up). The kiss is amazing, but Reggie isn't at work the next day, or the next. He's just gone. When Reggie awakes in the hospital, he can't remember his name, or anything except the face of a beautiful woman and one amazing kiss. He knows they must be in love.
This leads to the sweetest comedy of errors! He thinks they must be really close, she doesn't know much more about him than he does, but you can't forget a love like that. This story was so darn cute! It will leave you smiling, and going back for more.
February 17, 2021
I loved Love in the City!! This is a great collection of fun romance books from some of my favorite authors! I have my favorites but all of the books are so much fun!
January 25, 2021
I am reviewing A Very English Love Story. I really liked this spin off of Dating Mr Darcy. I enjoyed learning the story of the contestant Phoebe and the background of how her journey ended in Dating Mr Darcy. This was a quick read with a romantic happily ever after story!
January 14, 2021
This review is for the story Love, the Viscount, & Me by Aven Ellis.
I absolutely adored McKenna and Phillip together. The first time they meet is highly entertaining, and quite embarrassing for McKenna, yet Phillip does his best to put her at ease. I loved how she was able to get him to put aside the Lord Phillip people expected him to be, and let his true personality shine. They’re great together, and there’s plenty of entertaining moments in this book as they both discover that what they want more than anything is each other. In true Aven Ellis style, there are plenty of laughs and very little drama. This is a great introduction to the new series, and I can’t wait to see what the author comes up with next.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this story provided by the author**
I absolutely adored McKenna and Phillip together. The first time they meet is highly entertaining, and quite embarrassing for McKenna, yet Phillip does his best to put her at ease. I loved how she was able to get him to put aside the Lord Phillip people expected him to be, and let his true personality shine. They’re great together, and there’s plenty of entertaining moments in this book as they both discover that what they want more than anything is each other. In true Aven Ellis style, there are plenty of laughs and very little drama. This is a great introduction to the new series, and I can’t wait to see what the author comes up with next.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this story provided by the author**
March 1, 2021
I enjoyed reading the other books in this box set! Good job ladies! I loved working with ALL of you :-)
March 13, 2021
I read most of the stories and enjoyed them... a few I started and chose not to finish because the writing style wasn't for me. My favorites:
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With
Shari L. Tapscott - Little Lost Love Letter
Lucy McConnell - Love: Going Up?
Melissa Baldwin - Thanks for the Love
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January 16, 2021Vision of Love by Kathryn Biel is a delightful novella combining characters from 2 of her past books. Readers who are not familiar with those stories will still enjoy the comedy and romance of two people in the wrong place at the right time. What happens when you stumble into who you need without knowing you needed them? Give Vision of Love a chance and you will find out
June 6, 2021
Cute fun group of romance novellas.
Romance, sweet, contemporary
Loved the variety, and all the various settings in this group of novellas. Well worth the money and easy to read. Lots of fun couples and my favorite type of story, HEA
Romance, sweet, contemporary
Loved the variety, and all the various settings in this group of novellas. Well worth the money and easy to read. Lots of fun couples and my favorite type of story, HEA
February 9, 2021
Review of Can't Forget a Love Like That by Lucy McConnell
I really enjoyed this one. It has a different plot than any I've seen and that made it really stand out.
Iris is the type of character I love. She's quirky and fun. Iris meets the elevator everyday, sometimes even pretending to forget things, just to get the guy she likes alone. One day, not even knowing each other's names they share an amazing kiss. But then he disappears. And she has no idea where he is.
It turns out that Reggie is his name. And he was hit by a car right after their amazing kiss. And that's the only thing he remembered from his life. So sad.
I loved the way these two find each other again, against all odds. And their love story is so great! This is a fun story with a great cast of characters. I want to read all of the stories in this collection!
I really enjoyed this one. It has a different plot than any I've seen and that made it really stand out.
Iris is the type of character I love. She's quirky and fun. Iris meets the elevator everyday, sometimes even pretending to forget things, just to get the guy she likes alone. One day, not even knowing each other's names they share an amazing kiss. But then he disappears. And she has no idea where he is.
It turns out that Reggie is his name. And he was hit by a car right after their amazing kiss. And that's the only thing he remembered from his life. So sad.
I loved the way these two find each other again, against all odds. And their love story is so great! This is a fun story with a great cast of characters. I want to read all of the stories in this collection!
March 8, 2021
Update: I've now read through this book. To be honest, there were a few of the stories that I didn't finish because they just weren't for me. I finished and enjoyed over half of the stories, but there were two that were my definite favorites! I already reviewed "Love the One You're With" below. My other favorite was "A Little Lost Love Letter" by Shari Tapscott. As soon as I finished reading this one I turned around and read it a second time. I cannot get enough of Ryland (Mr. Devlin) and Lucy (Miss Lennox)!
Ryland is uptight and loves his life in perfect order. Lucy is a lovable hot mess that comes into his life and takes him by surprise! While he's attracted to her, he knows that there is no way she would be interested in him. Until she writes a therapy letter all about him. And he finds it. Let the fun begin!
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(Original Review:)I pre-ordered this book months ago, and I can hardly wait to read it! We are snowed in here in Dallas for at least a few more days - I'm excited that I will have time to read a lot of these stories!
I got an advanced copy of "Love the One You're With" by Jennifer Peel. I can't wait to read all the other stories (because some of them are written by some of my favorite authors), but I can honestly say that it's worth buying this set just for this one story.
I loved Jake and Kasie! They are struggling in their marriage - unresolved misunderstandings have built up over time. I loved the part when Jake realizes that he had a chance to fix things. And Vivian was the perfect villain - wowza!
I loved the cameo by Christopher and Beck (from her Pianos and Promises serise) - that was a fun surprise!
And now I'm off to go read the rest of the books in this collection!
Ryland is uptight and loves his life in perfect order. Lucy is a lovable hot mess that comes into his life and takes him by surprise! While he's attracted to her, he knows that there is no way she would be interested in him. Until she writes a therapy letter all about him. And he finds it. Let the fun begin!
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(Original Review:)I pre-ordered this book months ago, and I can hardly wait to read it! We are snowed in here in Dallas for at least a few more days - I'm excited that I will have time to read a lot of these stories!
I got an advanced copy of "Love the One You're With" by Jennifer Peel. I can't wait to read all the other stories (because some of them are written by some of my favorite authors), but I can honestly say that it's worth buying this set just for this one story.
I loved Jake and Kasie! They are struggling in their marriage - unresolved misunderstandings have built up over time. I loved the part when Jake realizes that he had a chance to fix things. And Vivian was the perfect villain - wowza!
I loved the cameo by Christopher and Beck (from her Pianos and Promises serise) - that was a fun surprise!
And now I'm off to go read the rest of the books in this collection!
February 24, 2021
Every single one of these stories has been so unique, and just a joy to read. I am so glad I read it! I’ve written a review for each story in the order they are in the book. However, I think it could be fun to read the stories in a random order too, maybe leave the most anticipated for last?
All is Fair in Love and War
Sariah Wilson
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well firstly, it’s a baking book! And I stinking loooooove to bake, so all these fabulous desserts in the story just had me wanting to jump into the kitchen and get to baking. And secondly, it’s an enemies to lovers romance, and I love the dynamic of those too. It’s full of yummy food, and swoony kisses. So this book was just the perfect story for me. If anything, I would just wish for more!
Sariah Wilson is always a must read for me. She never disappoints!
The Love Potion
Becky Monson
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
If you’ve read The Accidental Text by Becky Monson, then you will know Chase who worked at SurveyWave. This story is about his coworkers, Ally and Josh. It’s a story of unrequited love, a friend zone sort of thing. I did love this story, but Ally got on my nerves a bit with all of her positivity about everything, which was the point of her character. She had to grow a lot and I was happy to see her bubble popped and see reality as it is. She became much more likeable as the story went. Such a cute couple, and I loved the happy ending they got.
Love the One You’re With
Jennifer Peel
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Jennifer Peel is the queen of second chance romance. So it was no surprise that this story was about high school sweethearts, Kasie and Jake. They had a baby and got married right out of high school. 17 years later, when their baby girl is off to college, they have a good look at their marriage and don’t like how they’ve drifted. This is a story of raw emotions and fighting to be with the one you love. It’s a reminder that we get comfortable with our mates over the years but we should never take them for granted. A truly beautiful and swoony story, that makes me want to binge read all of Jennifer Peels books.
Love Will Save the Day
Kirsty Greenwood
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This is a new author for me! And that is one of the reasons I love this anthology so much, we get to find even more incredible authors to add to our must read pile.
This story is about Bess, a personal trainer who has lost her job and is just having the worst week. And then one miraculous day, her life takes a turn for the better. I love the humour in this book, it was so much fun to read! This story is a bit of a love triangle that isn’t really a love triangle. It was so unique, I didn’t know what to expect, but I loved the twists and turns the story took. Such a pleasure to read, I will absolutely be reading more from this author.
Love for Sale
Whitney Dineen
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well this was certainly a unique story. Emily is a Real Estate Matchmaker. She helps people find the love of their life by selling them the house that she feels will assist in that match. And she’s got a pretty good track record! When Jonathan seeks her matchmaking services, her instincts on where he needs to live to find love completely surprises her. Making for a fantastic story. The way Emily and Jonathan banter had me laughing so much. They are just so cute and perfect for each other and I enjoyed seeing them fall in love. This was another new author for me, but her writing is really witty and fun, and I will absolutely be reading more from her!
Love the Viscount and Me
Aven Ellis
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This story gave me all the feels.
***spoilers ahead***
For starters, it feels a lot like my own life. That loss of a parent and that hole she is struggling to fill, I felt McKennas pain as if it were my own. Some of course is due to the authors wonderful writing, but the rest was just how much it felt like a play by play of my emotions growing up. I’m sorry if this sounds more like a diary than a review, I’m just so shocked by how similar this is! I lost a grandparent and my mother within months of each other when I was 6, so a bit older than McKinna who was an infant. My dad remarried and I was blessed with a mom and siblings who loved me as their own blood. Just as McKenna had. But just the same, my dad did not speak of my mom much, (and I just couldn’t emotionally deal with it). I had a lot of questions about who my mom was and who I was. Which is McKennas struggle as well. And the only thing that filled that hole was finding a man who loved me unconditionally and I loved just as much. When you share you’re very being with someone, it literally healed my heart. And I was so honoured to read a story that had such a familiar emotional theme to my own life. And I’m fairly certain LordGraceViscount is a new favourite book boyfriend. He’s pretty amazing.
This was such a fun read, it had all the feels, definitely give it a read! Every single book in this anthology has been amazing. And stay tuned at the end, there is an adorable bonus seen you can get through the link.
Little Lost Love Letter
Shari L. Tapscott
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This author is the reason I preordered this book. I have read nearly every one of her books and they’re all incredible. All. Of. Them!
Ryland and Lucy, I want a gigantic book about them. I loved their opposites attract thing they had going. With Ryland being so organized, and Lucy being more of a one track mind, leaves the house with mix matched shoes kind of girl. There was a bit of an enemies to lovers trope as well as a boss-secretary thing going on. I absolutely love both of those tropes, they’re always entertaining. This story was just the best, I just wish it was longer, because they’re adorable!
Can’t Forget A Love Like That
Lucy McConnell
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Oh. My. Goodness. The beginning of this story is just heart flutters and giggles. It was perfect. I just loved everything about Reggie and Iris. The story takes us through nearly a year from start to epilogue, so it felt like I was getting a full length story in half the pages. The authors writing is witty and so romantic, and just mad me fall in love with the characters. You will absolutely love reading this!
And stay tuned for the link at the end of the book, you can get a free book by Lucy McConnell!
A Very English Love Story
Kate O’Keeffe
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Oh, I love me a good bachelor type themed book! And this book starts right off with Phoebe meeting Mr. Darcy/ Sebastian. For a P&P themed reality show, with the obvious end goal of finding love. Where absolutely no sparks fly. And then Mr. Bingley/ Johnathan/ Sebastian’s best friend enter the scene. And it’s insta tummy butterflies and blushing for Phoebe.
I loved this spin on a dating show, it was so much fun to see Phoebe and Johnston sneaking around to be together. And watching them fall in love. It all happens a bit quickly, as things do on those shows, but it was still a fun read!
This is yet another new author for me, and I can’t wait to read more from her.
Love, Lies and Limo Rides
Erin Huss
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well this one was not what I was expecting! It starts off like a dating show but from the producer, Anna’s, perspective. And we all know how dramatic reality tv is. There is a murder a few pages in that really threw a twist to the romantic plot I thought I was reading. Witnessed by pretty much the whole cast and crew, including Anna and Clark, her ex-husband/ head of security, At first I thought this was going to be a reconciliation between the two, but it was more of a mystery that they try to solve, together but separately. You can easily see why they are divorced, they don’t communicate well and they both have a lot to work on. It was an intriguing story, but also a little too dramatic for my tastes without much character development. I think this would have been a much better story as a full novel where everything could have been developed a bit more.
Thanks For the Love
Melissa Baldwin
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
What a sweet little story. It’s all about starting fresh and making new meaningful relationships. Gabby has had a rough year, no that’s an understatement, her life has been flipped upside down. And she’s starting fresh in Miami. I really loved Gabby, and her two roommates are just adorable, as is her next door neighbour, Theo. They have this instant connection and a hilarious meet cute. I just wanted more and more of this story. And lucky for us! There is a Thankful Series coming this year that continues Gabby, Lila and Reagan’s stories. So I’m pretty pumped up for that. XD I’ve found yet another must read author, I love that feeling!
Love At The Masquerade
Stephanie Fowers
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This story was different.. more of a gothic romance but not? I’m still trying to figure out where it fits. The basic plot was an intriguing idea, and I liked Mia and Harker together. But the gothic theme wasn’t really my thing. I was really excited for a masquerade story and this just wasn’t what I was expecting. I guess I was hoping for the masquerade to be a bigger part of the story. If you like vampire stories without actual vampires, and pirate stories without actual pirates, you’ll like this one.
Vision of Love
Kathryn R. Biel
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This starts out as a blind date between Tabitha and Henderson. Well Tabitha thinks it’s a blind date and Henderson thinks it’s an informal interview. Sounds entertaining already right? It really really was! I loved how such a simple miscommunication turned into such a cute little romance. And it ended with a pretty open idea of where their relationship would go. But alludes to the fact that they’ll see where things go even over long distance. I just wanted more to this story, there is so much that as wanted to know that wasn’t there, but being a novella, that’s just how it is. Very cute story!
All is Fair in Love and War
Sariah Wilson
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well firstly, it’s a baking book! And I stinking loooooove to bake, so all these fabulous desserts in the story just had me wanting to jump into the kitchen and get to baking. And secondly, it’s an enemies to lovers romance, and I love the dynamic of those too. It’s full of yummy food, and swoony kisses. So this book was just the perfect story for me. If anything, I would just wish for more!
Sariah Wilson is always a must read for me. She never disappoints!
The Love Potion
Becky Monson
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
If you’ve read The Accidental Text by Becky Monson, then you will know Chase who worked at SurveyWave. This story is about his coworkers, Ally and Josh. It’s a story of unrequited love, a friend zone sort of thing. I did love this story, but Ally got on my nerves a bit with all of her positivity about everything, which was the point of her character. She had to grow a lot and I was happy to see her bubble popped and see reality as it is. She became much more likeable as the story went. Such a cute couple, and I loved the happy ending they got.
Love the One You’re With
Jennifer Peel
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Jennifer Peel is the queen of second chance romance. So it was no surprise that this story was about high school sweethearts, Kasie and Jake. They had a baby and got married right out of high school. 17 years later, when their baby girl is off to college, they have a good look at their marriage and don’t like how they’ve drifted. This is a story of raw emotions and fighting to be with the one you love. It’s a reminder that we get comfortable with our mates over the years but we should never take them for granted. A truly beautiful and swoony story, that makes me want to binge read all of Jennifer Peels books.
Love Will Save the Day
Kirsty Greenwood
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This is a new author for me! And that is one of the reasons I love this anthology so much, we get to find even more incredible authors to add to our must read pile.
This story is about Bess, a personal trainer who has lost her job and is just having the worst week. And then one miraculous day, her life takes a turn for the better. I love the humour in this book, it was so much fun to read! This story is a bit of a love triangle that isn’t really a love triangle. It was so unique, I didn’t know what to expect, but I loved the twists and turns the story took. Such a pleasure to read, I will absolutely be reading more from this author.
Love for Sale
Whitney Dineen
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well this was certainly a unique story. Emily is a Real Estate Matchmaker. She helps people find the love of their life by selling them the house that she feels will assist in that match. And she’s got a pretty good track record! When Jonathan seeks her matchmaking services, her instincts on where he needs to live to find love completely surprises her. Making for a fantastic story. The way Emily and Jonathan banter had me laughing so much. They are just so cute and perfect for each other and I enjoyed seeing them fall in love. This was another new author for me, but her writing is really witty and fun, and I will absolutely be reading more from her!
Love the Viscount and Me
Aven Ellis
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This story gave me all the feels.
***spoilers ahead***
For starters, it feels a lot like my own life. That loss of a parent and that hole she is struggling to fill, I felt McKennas pain as if it were my own. Some of course is due to the authors wonderful writing, but the rest was just how much it felt like a play by play of my emotions growing up. I’m sorry if this sounds more like a diary than a review, I’m just so shocked by how similar this is! I lost a grandparent and my mother within months of each other when I was 6, so a bit older than McKinna who was an infant. My dad remarried and I was blessed with a mom and siblings who loved me as their own blood. Just as McKenna had. But just the same, my dad did not speak of my mom much, (and I just couldn’t emotionally deal with it). I had a lot of questions about who my mom was and who I was. Which is McKennas struggle as well. And the only thing that filled that hole was finding a man who loved me unconditionally and I loved just as much. When you share you’re very being with someone, it literally healed my heart. And I was so honoured to read a story that had such a familiar emotional theme to my own life. And I’m fairly certain LordGraceViscount is a new favourite book boyfriend. He’s pretty amazing.
This was such a fun read, it had all the feels, definitely give it a read! Every single book in this anthology has been amazing. And stay tuned at the end, there is an adorable bonus seen you can get through the link.
Little Lost Love Letter
Shari L. Tapscott
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This author is the reason I preordered this book. I have read nearly every one of her books and they’re all incredible. All. Of. Them!
Ryland and Lucy, I want a gigantic book about them. I loved their opposites attract thing they had going. With Ryland being so organized, and Lucy being more of a one track mind, leaves the house with mix matched shoes kind of girl. There was a bit of an enemies to lovers trope as well as a boss-secretary thing going on. I absolutely love both of those tropes, they’re always entertaining. This story was just the best, I just wish it was longer, because they’re adorable!
Can’t Forget A Love Like That
Lucy McConnell
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Oh. My. Goodness. The beginning of this story is just heart flutters and giggles. It was perfect. I just loved everything about Reggie and Iris. The story takes us through nearly a year from start to epilogue, so it felt like I was getting a full length story in half the pages. The authors writing is witty and so romantic, and just mad me fall in love with the characters. You will absolutely love reading this!
And stay tuned for the link at the end of the book, you can get a free book by Lucy McConnell!
A Very English Love Story
Kate O’Keeffe
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Oh, I love me a good bachelor type themed book! And this book starts right off with Phoebe meeting Mr. Darcy/ Sebastian. For a P&P themed reality show, with the obvious end goal of finding love. Where absolutely no sparks fly. And then Mr. Bingley/ Johnathan/ Sebastian’s best friend enter the scene. And it’s insta tummy butterflies and blushing for Phoebe.
I loved this spin on a dating show, it was so much fun to see Phoebe and Johnston sneaking around to be together. And watching them fall in love. It all happens a bit quickly, as things do on those shows, but it was still a fun read!
This is yet another new author for me, and I can’t wait to read more from her.
Love, Lies and Limo Rides
Erin Huss
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well this one was not what I was expecting! It starts off like a dating show but from the producer, Anna’s, perspective. And we all know how dramatic reality tv is. There is a murder a few pages in that really threw a twist to the romantic plot I thought I was reading. Witnessed by pretty much the whole cast and crew, including Anna and Clark, her ex-husband/ head of security, At first I thought this was going to be a reconciliation between the two, but it was more of a mystery that they try to solve, together but separately. You can easily see why they are divorced, they don’t communicate well and they both have a lot to work on. It was an intriguing story, but also a little too dramatic for my tastes without much character development. I think this would have been a much better story as a full novel where everything could have been developed a bit more.
Thanks For the Love
Melissa Baldwin
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
What a sweet little story. It’s all about starting fresh and making new meaningful relationships. Gabby has had a rough year, no that’s an understatement, her life has been flipped upside down. And she’s starting fresh in Miami. I really loved Gabby, and her two roommates are just adorable, as is her next door neighbour, Theo. They have this instant connection and a hilarious meet cute. I just wanted more and more of this story. And lucky for us! There is a Thankful Series coming this year that continues Gabby, Lila and Reagan’s stories. So I’m pretty pumped up for that. XD I’ve found yet another must read author, I love that feeling!
Love At The Masquerade
Stephanie Fowers
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This story was different.. more of a gothic romance but not? I’m still trying to figure out where it fits. The basic plot was an intriguing idea, and I liked Mia and Harker together. But the gothic theme wasn’t really my thing. I was really excited for a masquerade story and this just wasn’t what I was expecting. I guess I was hoping for the masquerade to be a bigger part of the story. If you like vampire stories without actual vampires, and pirate stories without actual pirates, you’ll like this one.
Vision of Love
Kathryn R. Biel
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
This starts out as a blind date between Tabitha and Henderson. Well Tabitha thinks it’s a blind date and Henderson thinks it’s an informal interview. Sounds entertaining already right? It really really was! I loved how such a simple miscommunication turned into such a cute little romance. And it ended with a pretty open idea of where their relationship would go. But alludes to the fact that they’ll see where things go even over long distance. I just wanted more to this story, there is so much that as wanted to know that wasn’t there, but being a novella, that’s just how it is. Very cute story!
January 27, 2021
I haven't had a chance to read all the stories yet, so here's my review for those I've read so far.
"Vision of Love" by Kathryn R. Biel.
What do you get when you put characters from two of my personal 5-stars-reads together, add in a healthy dose of "comedy of errors" and sprinkle some showbiz drama on top? Another 5-star-read that's a whole lot of fun - and has a happy end, of course!
I absolutely loved to see the worlds of The Edison and the Sassy Cats collide! Tabitha and Henderson were so easy to root for, and I enjoyed to reconnect with Grayson, Angie, and Sergei(!), as well.
More, please?
"A Very English Love Story" by Kate O'Keeffe
"Regency layers and Texas heat do not mix well."
Except, in this cute novella, they do. I already fell in serious like with too-nice-for-her-own-good "Disney Princess" Phoebe and her own "Mr. Bingley" AKA Johnathan when I first met them in "Dating Mr. Darcy," and I had a lot of fun getting to know these two better.
While this novella doesn't have the comedic energy of Emma and Sebastian's story, I enjoyed it a lot.
"Vision of Love" by Kathryn R. Biel.
What do you get when you put characters from two of my personal 5-stars-reads together, add in a healthy dose of "comedy of errors" and sprinkle some showbiz drama on top? Another 5-star-read that's a whole lot of fun - and has a happy end, of course!
I absolutely loved to see the worlds of The Edison and the Sassy Cats collide! Tabitha and Henderson were so easy to root for, and I enjoyed to reconnect with Grayson, Angie, and Sergei(!), as well.
More, please?
"A Very English Love Story" by Kate O'Keeffe
"Regency layers and Texas heat do not mix well."
Except, in this cute novella, they do. I already fell in serious like with too-nice-for-her-own-good "Disney Princess" Phoebe and her own "Mr. Bingley" AKA Johnathan when I first met them in "Dating Mr. Darcy," and I had a lot of fun getting to know these two better.
While this novella doesn't have the comedic energy of Emma and Sebastian's story, I enjoyed it a lot.
January 10, 2021
Love for sale reminded me of Pretty Woman, "Welcome to Hollywood, what's your dream?"
This story takes place in Hollywood with none other than Jonathan Silver, a mucky-muck in the entertainment industry who's looking for love. Meet cute Emily Hargrove, an intuitive realtor with Pemberly Properties were selling you the right home will enable you to find true love. She is a 1990 Sandra Bullock look-alike, down to earth, girl next door about 5-7, brunette, real breasts around a handful, no llama lashes, and did I mention she's a klutz?
Whitney Dineen will have you peeing your pants, no lie to God, this woman can write comedy. Each book that she writes tops the last one that she has written, and during this time, we all could use a great laugh and a little release.
It's true; many come to Hollywood pursuing a dream. Yet, it's also a dream about Jonathan and Emily. Jonathan and Emily found love, and Emily also got a better life. Helping others find their soul mates.
This story takes place in Hollywood with none other than Jonathan Silver, a mucky-muck in the entertainment industry who's looking for love. Meet cute Emily Hargrove, an intuitive realtor with Pemberly Properties were selling you the right home will enable you to find true love. She is a 1990 Sandra Bullock look-alike, down to earth, girl next door about 5-7, brunette, real breasts around a handful, no llama lashes, and did I mention she's a klutz?
Whitney Dineen will have you peeing your pants, no lie to God, this woman can write comedy. Each book that she writes tops the last one that she has written, and during this time, we all could use a great laugh and a little release.
It's true; many come to Hollywood pursuing a dream. Yet, it's also a dream about Jonathan and Emily. Jonathan and Emily found love, and Emily also got a better life. Helping others find their soul mates.
January 10, 2021
Another great, fun, lighthearted and very romantic "rom com" by the brilliant Aven Ellis. Two very lovable characters and arguably the most beautiful country and most amazing city there is. Experiencing London and the English countryside through McKenna's eyes made me miss the UK so very much. But I also feel like I experienced a virtual tour of my favourite city. (When I do get to visit there again, one day, I will be taking a tour bus! ;-) )
I enjoyed reading McKenna and Phillip's story, but it being a novella, I did miss some more build up and anticipation in the relationship between them.
I enjoyed reading McKenna and Phillip's story, but it being a novella, I did miss some more build up and anticipation in the relationship between them.
May 3, 2021
I’ve read an advanced copy of Kirsty Greenwood’s book, Love Will Save The Day, which is included in this brilliant collection. As always with Kirsty’s novellas, a small snippet of a book is never enough and I desperately wanted to keep on following the characters on their journey! However this is a short story, and a perfectly written one too.
To be able to build up characters and history and convey emotion in such a short book is a great talent and is a skill that Kirsty never overlooks.
Kirsty is the Queen of realistic rom com. She writes characters that we don’t like to admit we can see ourselves in…but which are extremely familiar in many ways!
To be able to build up characters and history and convey emotion in such a short book is a great talent and is a skill that Kirsty never overlooks.
Kirsty is the Queen of realistic rom com. She writes characters that we don’t like to admit we can see ourselves in…but which are extremely familiar in many ways!
February 26, 2021
Best buck I've spent in a while.
This boxed set was a deal I couldn't pass up. Especially, when two of my favorite authors were included. Honestly, I have only read two of the stories, but the two I read kept me up way past my bedtime.
The first book I read was by Jennifer Peel. I loved the story and I laughed out loud throughout the book. It was very romantic and one of my new faves by this author.
The second book I read was by Shari Tapscott. This book had both the heroine's and hero's point of view and I loved it! I found myself smiling throughout the book and laughing too. The romance was so sweet and I might have swooned a good bit too.
I look forward to reading the other books very soon.
This boxed set was a deal I couldn't pass up. Especially, when two of my favorite authors were included. Honestly, I have only read two of the stories, but the two I read kept me up way past my bedtime.
The first book I read was by Jennifer Peel. I loved the story and I laughed out loud throughout the book. It was very romantic and one of my new faves by this author.
The second book I read was by Shari Tapscott. This book had both the heroine's and hero's point of view and I loved it! I found myself smiling throughout the book and laughing too. The romance was so sweet and I might have swooned a good bit too.
I look forward to reading the other books very soon.
March 28, 2021
Love in the City
All’s Fair in Love and War - Sarah Wilson
Cute! 3.5 Stars
The Love Potion - Becky Monson
3 Stars
Love the One Your With - Jennifer Peel
3.5 Stars
Love Will Save the Day - Kirsty Greenwood
2.5-3 Stars
Love for Sale - Whitney Dineen
3.5 Stars - Humorous
Love the Viscount and Me - Aven Ellis
3 Stars- Had some funny moments
Little Lost Love Letter - Shari L. Tapscott
4.5 Stars - Super cute and fun! Left me with a smile on my face!
Can’t Forget a Love Like That - Lucy McConnell
4+ Stars
A Very English Love Story - Kate O’Keeffe
3.5 Stars
Love, Lies & Limo Rides - Erin Huss
Interesting. More of a murder mystery than a romance. 3.5 Stars
Thanks for the Love - Melissa Baldwin
3.5 Stars
Love at the Masquerade - Stephanie Fowers
3 Stars
Vision of Love - Kathryn R. Bowl
2.5 Stars
All’s Fair in Love and War - Sarah Wilson
Cute! 3.5 Stars
The Love Potion - Becky Monson
3 Stars
Love the One Your With - Jennifer Peel
3.5 Stars
Love Will Save the Day - Kirsty Greenwood
2.5-3 Stars
Love for Sale - Whitney Dineen
3.5 Stars - Humorous
Love the Viscount and Me - Aven Ellis
3 Stars- Had some funny moments
Little Lost Love Letter - Shari L. Tapscott
4.5 Stars - Super cute and fun! Left me with a smile on my face!
Can’t Forget a Love Like That - Lucy McConnell
4+ Stars
A Very English Love Story - Kate O’Keeffe
3.5 Stars
Love, Lies & Limo Rides - Erin Huss
Interesting. More of a murder mystery than a romance. 3.5 Stars
Thanks for the Love - Melissa Baldwin
3.5 Stars
Love at the Masquerade - Stephanie Fowers
3 Stars
Vision of Love - Kathryn R. Bowl
2.5 Stars
February 26, 2021
Wonderful anthology!
I love an anthology and this is the best! I loved all the stories! My favorites are love, the viscount, and me by aven Ellis, love for sale by Whitney dineen, a very English love story by Kate O'Keefe, but I've honestly loved each story and wish they were all longer! Get this anthology and it's great because you meet authors you may not have picked up on before and now I've got so many more books to go read!!
I love an anthology and this is the best! I loved all the stories! My favorites are love, the viscount, and me by aven Ellis, love for sale by Whitney dineen, a very English love story by Kate O'Keefe, but I've honestly loved each story and wish they were all longer! Get this anthology and it's great because you meet authors you may not have picked up on before and now I've got so many more books to go read!!
January 9, 2021
Aven Ellis does it again with Love, The Viscount and Me!
I’m obsessed with the first main scene- hilarious and impactful for the story! I won’t spoil it for you, who doesn’t love a field trip to the farm?!
These characters are adorable, smart, witty, and genuinely great people. Watching their interest turn into true feelings is so sweet!
I’d definitely recommend this for a light, fun, and care free read!
I’m obsessed with the first main scene- hilarious and impactful for the story! I won’t spoil it for you, who doesn’t love a field trip to the farm?!
These characters are adorable, smart, witty, and genuinely great people. Watching their interest turn into true feelings is so sweet!
I’d definitely recommend this for a light, fun, and care free read!
February 19, 2021
Started with the last novella in this anthology because I love Kathryn R. Biel’s books. So glad that I did. The story grabbed my attention from the first sentence and held it to the final word. Loved the story, loved the characters. I can’t wait to read the complete novel! Vision of Love, alone, was worth the purchase price. The additional novellas are a bonus I’ve yet to enjoy.
August 19, 2022
I love these collections because I can read one of the stories in about an hour. I get stories by some of my favorite authors and there's usually a few authors that are new to me. I haven't read all of the stories in this one but here are the ratings for the ones I've read. 4.5 stars rounded up to 5 stars for this collection.
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War 5 stars
Becky Monson -The Love Potion 4.5 stars
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With 5 stars
Kirsty Greenwood - Love Will Save the Day 4 stars
Kate O'Keeffe - A Very English Love Story 4 stars
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade 4 stars
Sariah Wilson - All's Fair in Love and War 5 stars
Becky Monson -The Love Potion 4.5 stars
Jennifer Peel - Love the One You're With 5 stars
Kirsty Greenwood - Love Will Save the Day 4 stars
Kate O'Keeffe - A Very English Love Story 4 stars
Stephanie Fowers - Love at the Masquerade 4 stars
February 25, 2021
Need more!
I loved loved LOVED this. I wish I had about 200 more pages of each story! It really introduced me to authors I'd never read before. Now I have a larger, taller TBR stack!
I loved loved LOVED this. I wish I had about 200 more pages of each story! It really introduced me to authors I'd never read before. Now I have a larger, taller TBR stack!
January 18, 2021
I read Vision of Love by Kathryn R Biel. I enjoyed Henderson and Tabitha’s story, but I need more of them!
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