Happy weekend! I am running behind this week because the hubby and I took a little weekend getaway. I can't apologize though, because couples need to make time for each other in the busy life we have.
I read two ARCs this week and finished the the last two books currently available in Janice Whiteaker's Big Northwest series. These were all good books that I did not want to put down. Check out my reviews and add some books to your TBR.
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Just One More Moment (Sterling Family #1)
by Carly Phillips
ARC: Release Date- 03/12/2024
#Billioniare #Workplace #ForcedProximity #FamilySeries #ARC
4 STARS
Book one in an all-new spin-off series, this can be read as
a standalone. It is written in third
person and ends with a HEA.
I really enjoyed Raven’s character. She is limited by her
circumstances, yet still jumps at the chance to be with Remy. I loved her
bravery, her determination, and the way she stands up for herself. Remy is a wonderful hero. He falls fast and
hard for Raven. He had been crushing on her for a couple years, so when they
finally got together, he was bound to fall. I loved his intelligence, his
protective attitude, and his family relationships. He has some baggage, but it
doesn’t hold him back when it comes to loving Raven.
Steamy at times, the story also has elements of danger. On a
bigger scale, it is about family and the relationships therein. I loved these
two together and I can’t wait for the rest of Remy’s family to find their happy
endings.
#FakeRelationship #MarriageOfConvenience #SingleDad #SingleMom
#ARC
5 STARS
Book three in this series can be read as a standalone. It is
written in first person from an alternating dual POV and ends in a HEA.
Elodie and Gage have an immediate attraction to each other.
Their chemistry and connection are strong. I loved the way they flirted with
each other and the things they had in common. Elodie is driven and creative and
is struggling with all the doubts that many parents struggle with as she raises
her teenage sister. Gage is a single dad of an adorable and forward thinking
11-year-old daughter. Both girls were wonderful characters. They each proved
what a good job Gage and Elodie were doing raising them.
I loved the premise of this book. The marriage of convenience trope has always
been a favorite of mine. Gage is a very self-aware hero who values
authenticity, honesty, and owning his feelings. He doesn’t hesitate to go after
Elodie and what he wants with her. From the business relationship to more, he
goes for it. Elodie tries to keep herself from falling for Gage, but that is an
impossible task. I loved the sex
positivity in the story. I loved the hot
times between them. Elodie has her own sense of style that was fabulous and distinctive.
There were many laugh-out-loud moments: from their banter to events that lead
to their first date, to more. This was a thoroughly enjoyable read and I bet
the audio is going to be incredible. It was classic LB goodness and I loved it.
Charlie (Big Northwest #3) by Janice Whiteaker
#Celebrity #Paranormal #SmallTown #Virgin
5 STARS
Book three in the series is written in third person and ends
with a HEA. Though this book fully contains the love story of Charlie and Adam,
this series is best read in order.
First, I should state that Charlie is my favorite sister so
far. I love her insatiable desire to learn. I love her willingness to do hard
work. I love her fearless pursuit of her happiness. When Adam arrives back in
town, Charlie considers if he could help her attain some happiness and goes for
it. Adam is dealing with his own baggage, but he falls hard for Charlie. I
adore what a good man he is. I love that he quickly develops feelings for
Charlie and won’t settle for less than a real relationship. I adored his
willingness to step up and remove some of Charlie’s burden.
This book has some suspense in the plot along with a light paranormal aspect. Adam and Charlie have some scenes that are both steamy and tender. I love that they both find what they were missing in their individual lives when they come together. It is my favorite book of the series so far.
Sam (Big Northwest #4) by Janice Whiteaker
#Bodyguard #Virgin #Paranormal #SmallTown
5 STARS
Book four in the series is written in third person and ends
with a HEA. Though this book fully contains the love story of Sam and Tate,
this series is best read in order.
Tate is a fantastic hero. With a soft spot a mile wide for
his precious niece, and close familial relationships with his parents, he is a
little bit of a conundrum to Sam and her sisters. Sam, being the oldest, has
carried so much responsibility for her sisters. She has been strong, and brave,
and is now just a little bit broken. The attraction between Tate and Sam is
undeniable. They tried to avoid a
relationship, but it was truly unavoidable. I adore the immediate bond between
Sam and Lily. I love that with Tate, she considers having a family of her own
and a romantic relationship for the first time. Tate is uber-protective and can’t
imagine his life without Sam. He is my favorite hero of the series. I love that
he has internal struggles and a little loss of control when it comes to his feelings
for Sam. Some of his struggles even made me giggle.
This was the steamiest book in the series so far. These two
are HOT. I love the continued emphasis on blood and found family and the roles
they play in the characters’ healing and growth. The suspense element I expect
from this author is well crafted and even came with a surprise or two along the
way.
I loved this and cannot wait for the next book in the
series.
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