A Gentleman's Game by Theresa Romain

The Basics:
A Gentleman's Game by Theresa Romain
Book One in the Romance of the Turf series
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Historical Romance
Published February 2, 2016
Source: Received Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I reviewed Theresa Romain twice in 2014, here and here, and I loved her books both times. When I saw this one by her, it was a no-brainer to pick up!

Christmas in October: A Cowboy Firefighter for Christmas by Kim Redford

Happy Christmas in October!

Each day this week, I'm reviewing a Christmas-themed book, reviewing how well the book embraces the holiday as well as giving my two cents on the book as a whole. Please join me in celebrating the holiday a wee bit early and post your holiday book reviews and recommendations in the comments of any of this week's reviews!

As a bonus this year, I've got some fantastic guest posts! So check back for those as well!

The Book:

Basics

A Cowboy Firefighter for Christmas by Kim Redford
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book 1 in the Smokin Hot Cowboys series
Contemporary Romance
Published October 6, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Christmas in October: The Christmas Cottage by Samantha Chase

Happy Christmas in October!

Each day this week, I will be reviewing a Christmas-themed book, reviewing how well the book embraces the holiday as well as giving my two cents on the book as a whole. Please join me in celebrating the holiday a wee bit early and post your holiday book reviews and recommendations in the comments of any of this week's reviews!

As a bonus this year, I've got some fantastic guest posts! So check back for those as well!

The Book:

Basics

The Christmas Cottage / Ever After by Samantha Chase
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Contemporary Romance
REPublished October 6, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Hell or High Water by Julie Ann Walker

The Basics:
Hell or High Water by Julie Ann Walker
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Romantic Suspense
Book One in the Deep Six series
Published July 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I enjoyed the first one and wanted to know where the story would go next.

Three Quick Reviews

From time to time, I binge-read books that I also need to review. And then I don't have a ton of thoughts to share about them. In the case of today's trio of books, I was a little on the fence about each of them, for different reasons. I'll try to explain why, and then you can tell me why I should love them. 

Today we're looking at a pair of very different historical romances, and a contemporary romantic suspence.

Romance is in the air! 

Lady Emily's Exotic Journey by Lillian Marek

The Basics:
Lady Emily's Exotic Journey by Lillian Marek
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book Two in the Victorian Adventures series
Historical Romance
Published August 4, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

Historical romance set in *not England* intrigues me.

3 More Quick and Dirty Reviews

I've got another trio of reviews for you--two books that were meh for me, and one that I quite liked. One features three erotic lawyer-themed short stories, and the other two are historical romance. Click through to see what I think belongs on your wishlist and what I recommend skipping!

I'll Stand By You by Sharon Sala

The Basics:
I'll Stand By You by Sharon Sala
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Second book set in Blessings, GA
Contemporary Romance / "Southern Women's Fiction"
Published June 1, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I love this cover. It's bright, summery, and sweet.

Her Wild Hero by Paige Tyler

The Basics:
Her Wild Hero by Paige Tyler
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book 3 in the X-Ops series
Paranormal Romance/Romantic Suspense
Published May 5, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I read the second book in the series, Her Lone Wolf, and really liked it. 

The Lady Meets Her Match by Gina Conkle

The Basics:
The Lady Meets Her Match by Gina Conkle
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book Two in the Midnight Meetings series
Historical Romance
Published April 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I did a week of Cinderella adaptations earlier in the year and I couldn't resist this one!

When A Rake Falls by Sally Orr

Today I've got some additional goodies with my review of When a Rake Falls. All of these extras have been provided by the publisher, Sourcebooks Casablanca - just like last week's Bite at First Sight extras, and I'm loving having the extra material to pass on to you guys!

Goodies include: an excerpt from the book; some information about the author, Sally Orr; plus a Rafflecopter giveaway from the publisher. Come check things out!


The Basics:
When a Rake Falls by Sally Orr
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book Two in the Rake's Handbook series
Historical Romance
Published April 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Amazon | Apple | B&N | BAM | !ndigo | IndieBound | Kobo

Why I picked up this book:

I really liked the cover - it's so bright and eye-catching.

Bite at First Sight by Brooklyn Ann

Today I've got some additional goodies with my review of Bite at First Sight. All of these have been provided by the publisher, Sourcebooks Casablanca (not my review, obviously :P ) 

An excerpt from the book, some information about the author, Brooklyn Ann - AND links to the other two books in the series (note: book one, Bite Me, Your Grace is available for *free* on Amazon right now). Also, I've got the Rafflecopter contest being hosted by the publisher for bundles of Scandals With Bite books!

The Basics:
Bite at First Sight by Brooklyn Ann
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book Three in the Scandals With Bite series
Historical & Paranormal Romance
Published April 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

Vampire. Historical romance. Woman robbing graves to study medicine? Yes.

Kiss the Earl by Gina Lamm

The Basics:
Kiss the Earl by Gina Lamm
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Book Three in the Geek Girls series
Historical Romance
Published April 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I couldn't resist the play on Mr. Darcy from Pride and Prejudice on the cover.

Married to a Perfect Stranger by Jane Ashford

The Basics:
Married to a Perfect Stranger by Jane Ashford
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Historical Romance
Published March 3, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I'm not the biggest fan of 'second chance' romance stories, but Married to a Perfect Stranger sounded like a neat twist. Instead of being a second chance, it's really a first chance for John and Mary, who barely knew each other when they married. I liked the idea of those bland first impressions being, well, wrong.

The Duke's Disaster by Grace Burrowes

The Basics:
The Duke's Disaster by Grace Burrowes
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Historical Romance
Book 0.5 in the True Gentlemen series
Published April 7, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I've previously enjoyed reading Grace Burrowes as in her Christmas themed historical romance and a serene and satisfying contemporary romance.

Wicked, My Love by Susanna Ives

The Basics:
Wicked, My Love by Susanna Ives
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Historical Romance
Book Two in the Wicked Little Secrets series
Published March 3, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I'm a sucker for historical romance.

Cowboy Heaven by Cheryl Brooks

The Basics:
Cowboy Heaven by Cheryl Brooks
Sourcebook Casablanca
Book One in the Cowboy Heaven series
Erotica
Published March 3, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I'm certainly not adverse to sexy cowboys! 

Hungry Like the Wolf by Paige Tyler

The Basics:
Hungry Like the Wolf by Paige Tyler
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Paranormal Romance, Romantic Suspense
Book One in the SWAT series
Published January 6, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I've read one of Paige Tyler' books before and quite enjoyed it.

Playing Doctor by Kate Allure

The Basics:
Playing Doctor by Kate Allure
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Erotica
Book One in the Meeting Men series
Published January 6, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

It had been a long time since I last read erotica and the doctor theme intrigued me.

Kiss Me Hello by Grace Burrowes

The Basics:
Kiss Me Hello by Grace Burrowes
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Contemporary Romance
Book Three in the Sweetest Kisses series
Published March 1, 2015
Source: Received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Why I picked up this book:

I've read Grace Burrowes before, albeit writing historical romance, and enjoyed her work!