Administrative Duties Kindle Edition by S.I. Hayes

Book Excerpt:

"Taniel Jacobs is in an open relationship, he meets LitheinLeather, a masked woman nearly twenty years older than him for a single encounter. All was going great until he breaks a few rules… An honest man, he plans to break it to his girl, only to find she’s broken their key rule. She’s seeing someone on the regular.

The relationship has gone… But the Black’s Guild Publishing Company will fill the void. Especially with the sexy Cassandra Blackguild to look at all day long.
Cassandra Blackguild is a forty-year-old publishing mogul, she is also unbeknownst to Taniel, LitheinLeather. Recognizing him, the first day on the job.
One wet kiss and she can’t get the man out of her head. Will she take the chance and reveal her identity, or will it just be all work and no play for this sexy cougar and her young nubile Administrative Assistant?" 

*Trigger Warning:
* *Erotic Elements

Title:  Administrative Duties

Author:  S. I. Hayes

Publisher:  S.I. Hayes 

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating:  Five

Review:

All that is left to say is wow, this was some excellent read that left me in tears. We find Cassandra Blackguild was a forth-year old publishing mogul finally recognizing who Taniel was; LitheinLeather knew what she wanted, especially after he started working for her. This sexy cougar with this young Administrative Assitant, how will this all turn out for these two? I don't want to give any of this story away other than to say it was one good read, and as I said earlier, the ending left me in tears.  

Stupid Cupid (What if... Book 1) Kindle Edition by S.I. Hayes (Author), J. Haney

Book Excerpt:

"Life comes at you when you least expect it…

Katie Belle Wilson is a single mom. At twenty-six, she's busting her hump to get her master's in Early Childhood Education. Her pet project, Cupid Is Calling, was supposed to help her study people and how letter writing could connect them. Little did she know she was to become a participant and perhaps find the one thing she's always craved but never gained... Love.
What if a driven single mom lets a sweet and caring widower into her world?
Rest assured, it's nothing short of Bee-u-tiful."

Title:  Stupid Cupid

Authors:  S. I. Hayes & J. Haney

Publisher:  Hayes and Haney

Series:  What If...Book 1                                     

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating:  Five

Review:

"Stupid Cupid" by S. I. Hayes and J. Haney

My Speculation:  

We find Katie had a lot on her being a single mom with an adorable daughter, Emric.  Living with her father [Ric] wasn't so great for her when all of the secrets began to come out about her mom [Marla].  With Katie trying to get her 'Early Childhood Education,' she put together  'Cupid Is Calling,' which she sort out to 'study people and how letter writing could connect them.'  In doing so, while working with her class, Katie meets some interesting twins [Jeremy & Mark] that were in her class, and their father Noah, who was a widower, had lost his wife.  As the story goes on, these twins were really quite a challenge in one way or another that keep Katie busy with them in her class.  Well, as the story goes, we find Noah becomes interested in Katie, and letters began to start...from Mr. Honeycomb to Katie Belle and back an forth until the secret comes out who he was.  And it looks like there is something that is starting between these two.

I loved how this author works this story bringing all of the characters in because Katie really needed to see how a real family that loves each other comes together as it was for Noah with his three sons, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons.  How will Katie get all caught up and so involved with this family?  Due to the way Katie had been brought up, she needed someone to show her love, and it looks like maybe it will all turn out 'Bee-u-tiful' for her.  Will Katie be able to let Noah into her Life after what had happened to her earlier?  Things start to look up for Katie, and it looks like her situation may be heading for a HEA; however, the story still leaves some questions that will need to be answered.  Since the story continues hopefully, we will get the rest of the story because it looks like its getting okay now that Katie as a ring and well, I will just say you will have to pick up "Stupid Cupid" to see what as gone on and what may be coming for Katie.  

  

Game Changer: A Wynn Hockey Novel by Kelly Jamieson

Book Excerpt:

"Jackson Wynn
I don't want anything to do with my crazy family's drama, which I've been watching unfold from a distance over the last year, but now my grandfather has Alzheimer's and I feel I need to at least make a quick visit to see him. My hockey season's over, all I have to do is get through my teammate Steve's wedding, and then I'm on a plane to Los Angeles to do my family duty. After that, I'll head home to Manitoba for some summer R&R at the family lake cottage.

Molly Flynn
Nobody's expecting what happens at my wedding, which becomes pandemonium. I need to get out of there. Fast. Who do I turn to? Jackson Wynn, one of my fiancé's teammates. He's been a friend to me since I met Steve. For one night, we hide out in his condo, but he's leaving in the morning for California. I want to go with him.

Jackson
I can't take Steve's fiancée with me to California. He's going to flip shit over this. But the lying cheating bastard kind of deserves it, and I've always had a soft spot for Molly. Or maybe not so soft...because she's not only sweet and kind, she's hot as hell. This is a bad idea for so many reasons, and I sure as hell don't need more drama in my life, but I can't say no to her.

On this nutso trip, neither of us expect Molly to bond with my bonkers family...especially my poor, confused grandpa. And neither of us expect to bond with each other..."

Title: Game Changer: A Wynn Hockey Novel
Author: Kelly Jamieson
Publisher: Kelly Jamieson
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Four
Review:

"Game Changer: A Wynn Hockey Novel" by Kelly Jamieson

My Speculation:

This was a rollercoaster ride for Jax and Molly, with her needing help in getting away from her problem. They start as friends, but one can see where this is going, especially with Jax not being able to say no to Molly. The read included Jax's family, which were quite interesting in how this story will all play out with all of the Wynn family drama. All in all, we get a good read that was somewhat humorous. Adorable and romantic. So, by the end, will you see a HEA or for two? Well, you will have to pick up 'Game Changer' to find out.

I received this book as an ARC from NetGallery, and the opinions are my own. 

My Hell (A Twist of Fate Book 1) Kindle Edition by J. Haney

Book Excerpt:

"One night. One kiss and my world went to shit. Shane Hellion or Hell, as I’ve come to call him, has been my best friend for three years. It started off as a working relationship, then evolved into a partnership. Now? Christ, what am I gonna do? I have a little girl to think about. I can’t just- do whatever. 

Between the ex breathing down my back and my house falling apart, how am I supposed to navigate what he wants? What do I want? I want something that can help me escape, my hell."

Title: My Hell
Author: J. Haney
Publisher: Haney Hayes Books
Series: A Twist of Fate Book 1
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"My Hell" by J. Haney

My Speculation:

This was a story that will keep you turning the pages to see what all is going on with these best friends [Shane J. Hellion [Hell] & Aria [A. B. Anders]. The story was somewhat unusual in how they went from more than friends to lovers, with each of them having a child [Genevieve [Evie] & Dean]. I will say Evie was spoiled, and Dean had autism.

At times I felt somewhat sorry for the heroine [Avia] in the story. Still, at other times she got on my last nerves as she seemed not to be able to take care of things like with that ex-husband of hers and Aria didn't want any help from anyone..even Hell [Shane] who was her best friend. This situation would bring in some trouble from even her daughter Evie who started acting out due to what was happening due to her father's making. I will say the characters from this story were something else at times, especially Aria's best friend Janette [Jae].

As this family comes together and seems to be working out their lives with the four of them, something unexpected will happen. It looks like the ex-husband Richard Anderson will leave the reader wondering what in the world is going on as it appears that he has named Aria as his next of kin. Why was this? Were they not divorced? So, we will have to pick up the upcoming series to get the rest of how this story. I guess this is where the 'twist of fate' comes into play. 

Somewhere Beyond the Blue: [Fun sixty-something romances] by Marion Ueckermann (Author), Mary Manners (Author), Cecelia Dowdy (Author), Clare Revell (Author), Jan Elder (Author)

Profile:

"Five brand-new, fun sixty-something novels and novellas.

A TIME TO PUSH DAISIES—MARION UECKERMANN
JoAnn Stanson has loved and lost.
Caleb Blume has faced death and won.
When they find themselves on the same cruise around the British Isles, JoAnn instantly steals Caleb’s heart. But she’s far more guarded with her own. So many little things about Caleb remind JoAnn of her late husband. It’s like loving the same man twice. Yet different. Or is it?

DREAMS COME TRUE—MARY MANNERS
Naomi Taylor is putting her life back together following the death of her husband when abandoned grandson Max shows up on her doorstep. Can neighboring widower Ben Miller help her find a way to reach him and turn things around--before it’s too late?

CARAMEL KISSES—CECELIA DOWDY
Childless, Michael Gray longs to find the daughter his deceased wife gave up for adoption years ago. His search takes a detour when he meets candy maker Dara Greene. Can he help her win the Cruise Ship Candy Competition and convince her to take a chance on love?

OCEANS APART—CLARE REVELL
Moved halfway around the world by his parents, Oliver’s only touch of home are letters from the girl next door – his best mate’s sister, Connie. Never one to break a promise, Connie is still writing letters forty-eight years later. As the decades fly past, the relationship has altered. When they meet face to face after a lifetime spent Ocean’s Apart, their lives will change, forever.

MOOSED THE BOAT—JAN ELDER
In Moose Creek Maine, sixty-something spinster, Clare Evans has lived a rich, full life—mostly—despite never having married. What she craves is a forever love. Done with grieving, rugged widower and forest ranger Travis Gibbs, is ready to rejoin the living. Will the two senior citizens moose the boat or take a chance at true love?"

Title: Somewhere Beyond the Blue
Authors: Marion Ueckermann, Mary Manners, Cecelia Dowdy, Clare Revell, and Jan Elder
Publisher: Divine Desserts Publishing, TLC
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Somewhere Beyond the Blue" by Authors: Marion Ueckermann, Mary Manners, Cecelia Dowdy, Clare Revell, and Jan Elder

My Thoughts...

I loved this collection of these'Five fun sixty-something novels and novellas.'

These are some good read with 'over sixty aged characters, different settings, twist and turns plots, to even some cruises' that will definitely keep you turning the pages to get more of the story. Here is a little of what each of the stories are about and after each story the author gives the reader a excerpt of another one of there novels along with a good recipe that was talked about in there read that I know you may want to try.

A TIME TO PUSH DAISIES—MARION UECKERMANN

What will happen when JoAnn Stanson and Caleb Blume meet on a cruise? How will this cruise make a change in both of their life's? What will happen when JoAnn believes that Caleb has her husband Errol [who had died] heart? This was a beautiful read of how one can find love at any age. I loved how this author was able to put these two together and in the end giving the reader a good HEA.

Excerpt ... A Time to Laugh by Marion Ueckermann ... sounds like a good read!
Recipe: Chocolate Refrigerator Squares

DREAMS COME TRUE—MARY MANNERS

Naomi Taylor who was from Serenity thought her life was going one way after the death of her husband but things will change for her when her abandoned grandson Max who was 15 and from Chicago shows up. Max had recently lost his mother [Amanda] due to a accident and his Dad, Austin had left. How will her neighbor Bill Miller be of help with her grandson? What will happen when Max meets Becky? I loved how this story comes together so well!

Excerpt from Jeweled Dreams....
Recipe: Easy Pot Pie

CARAMEL KISSES—CECELIA DOWDY

What all will Michael Gray do to find the daughter of his deceased wife who had given her up many
years ago. What will happen when he meet a candy maker named Dara Green? Will Michael be able to do what his wife had asked of him? This was another good read where you will have to pick up this good read to see how well this author brings it all out so well to the readers.

Excerpt from Southern Comfort...
Recipe: Vanilla Caramels

OCEANS APART—CLARE REVELL

What will happen when Oliver and his best mate's sister, Connie meet face to face after some forty-eight years?' When they finally meet things will change for these two. This author really gives the reader '48 years of letters before returning to the present day narrative.' This was beautifully done! These are really some good letters. These two hadn't seen each other since Oliver was sixteen when he lived in London. Oliver's wife had been dead over 10 years and he now wanted to be able 'to live again.' Would seeing Connie finally do this for him? This was indeed another good read that you will have to pick up and see how it all comes out.

Excerpt: Dark Lake
Recipe: Peppermint Creams

and finally....

MOOSED THE BOAT—JAN ELDER

Mathilda the Maine Moose...
This was quite a cute read of Clare Evans and Travis Gibbs. Who would have thought that Clare could finally find someone just for her at the age of 66. What a good read! Truly that Travis was quite a keeper!

Excerpt...A Semi Sweet Summer
Recipe: Clare's "Needham" Coconut Candy

Now to get the rest of these stories you will have to pick up this beautiful intriguing read 'Somewhere Beyond the Blue' to get all of the above questions answered to the five stories and so much more. Be ready for some stories that is full with 'heartache, recipes, heartbreak, entertainment, hope, humor, tears and happiness' where it was proved that true love definitely has no age limit. These were really five beautiful reads that will give you much thought long after the read!

Charge (Electric Series #1) by E. L. Todd

Book Description....

"White-hot, blinding, and dangerous.

That's exactly what Volt is.

He's electric.

The first time I met him, my body reacted. It coiled, sizzled, and sparked. I knew I wanted him because he was the first man to make me feel dead and alive at the exact same time.

But within a short conversation, I knew he was unattainable.

Unavailable.

Now we're just friends.

But will we stay friends?"

Title:  Charge

Author:  E. L. Todd

Publisher:  Fallen Publishing                 

Series:  Electric Series # 1

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating:  Five

Review:

"Charge" by E. L. Todd

My Thoughts..

This was another amazingly good read by this author. You will be able to tell this will be another series that will keep you turning the pages to see what is up between Volt and Taylor.  There are a few other characters that will keep your attention that helps give this story  a well developed plot.  I can't wait to see what will happen when Taylor finds out about her two best friends.  I will leave it at that and just say "Charge' ends with a cliffhanger so we will have to pick up the next series...'Spark'  to find out more about this delicious story. 













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