Touch of Sin by Alexandria Goncalves

Touch of Sin

Author: Alexandria Goncalves

Published: November 2022
Publisher: Alexandria Goncalves
Format: ARC E-Book

Pages: 176
Rating: 4/5
Summary:

Zara Van Winkle has always been the good girl. Focused on her future yet secretly wrapped up in her online alter ego that allows her to explore her deepest fantasies. But after her mom abandons her and her dad, leaving Zara to pick up the pieces of their broken hearts, she vows to leave town as soon as she graduates.

And when Nico Westminster-Woods moves home with his mom, everything changes. As much as she despises her new step-brother, the tatted bad boy infiltrates her thoughts and fantasies. But Zara’s not the only one with secrets, and being back in his hometown makes Nico’s demons harder to escape.

While Zara and Nico want nothing to do with one another, the desire that pulls them toward each other quickly becomes too strong to ignore.

When the line between siblings and sin becomes blurred, will they be strong enough to fight temptation?

Gave You My Heart by: Alexandria Goncalves

Gave You My Heart 
Author: Alexandria Goncalves
Published: December 2022
Publisher: Alexandria Goncalves
Format: Paperback
Pages: 88
Rating: 3.5/5
Summary:

What do you do when your past love comes back but your heart never healed?

Addison Blakey has spent the better part of nine years in a routined lifestyle of work, minimal socialization, and watching Hallmark movies with her dog.

All of that changes when Jack O’Malley sings his way back into town.

He’s determined to win her back after making the biggest mistake of his life, but will she give him her heart?

All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles

All the Missing Pieces
Author: Catherine Cowles
Published: January 2025
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Format: ARC eBook
Pages: 384
Rating: 5/5

Summary:

Sometimes the last thing you expect is exactly what you need, the final missing piece. And sometimes it comes in the form of a towering, broody sheriff, determined to get in your way at every step.

Ridley Sawyer knows what it’s like to miss someone, to feel like a piece of her vanished—because it happened to her the night her twin sister disappeared.

Now, Ridley channels that loss into hope, traveling the country covering cold cases for her true crime podcast. She might not have found justice for her sister but that doesn’t stop her from finding it for others.

Until Sheriff Colter Brooks gets in her way.

Colt knows what it’s like to have reporters descend on his town in the wake of a tragedy, and he’s not about to let a fiery podcaster stir up trouble. It doesn’t matter that her haunting blue eyes tell him there’s more to Ridley’s story or that he can’t stop imagining what it would be like to touch her.

But when Ridley’s cold case turns hot and she’s thrust into the crosshairs, Colt has no choice but to step in. Suddenly, Ridley’s living at his house, drinking his whiskey, and stealing his dog’s affections. But she’s also proving that she’s so much more than his first impression.

And as they get closer to the truth, the game they’ve been playing might just turn deadly…

The Holiday Claus by Ann Einerson

The Holiday Claus
Author: Ann Einerson
Published: December 2024
Publisher: Ann Einerson
Format: ARC eBook
Pages: 206
Rating: 4.5/5
Summary:

Santa had it right with his Naughty and Nice list.

Me? I was firmly Team Nice.

Need help throwing together a holiday wedding in four days, big brother? No problem.

Need me to share my bed with your super hot best friend? If I must.

Want to be sure I won’t accidentally fall in love with said super hot best friend—Brooks Claus? Can’t promise that.
He may have moved away from our small town years ago, but there’s something about being near him again that brings back memories of that innocent crush I never quite got over.

Fifteen year old me had good taste because Brooks remains the hottest guy I’ve ever seen. Biceps to die for and a perpetual frown I wish I could flip.

He’s far too serious, much older, and exceptionally grumpy to ever be mine.
Until he kisses me under the mistletoe.

Where in the fine print does it say that being a little naughty can also be nice?

Broken Harbor by: Catherine Cowles

Broken Harbor (Sparrow Falls #3)
Author: Catherine Cowles
Published: November 2024
Publisher: Catherine Cowles
Format: ARC eBook
Pages: 403
Rating: 5/5
Summary:

Since the moment our lives fell apart, the only thing that mattered was making a good life for my son. A life where he was happy and safe. I just never expected to find that safety with a hockey player known for his brutal dominance on the ice and his recklessness off it.

But Cope Colson is so much more.

The gentle way he makes sure we’re okay. The playful care he shows my son. The way he truly sees me.

When my life comes apart yet again, it’s Cope picking up the pieces. Now, we’re living in his house, eating his incredible, chef-worthy meals, and it’s not just my son who’s falling.

It’s me.

Because when Cope touches me, I lose all sense. I’m no longer thinking about staying safe, I’m thinking about how my skin ignites with every glance, how I come undone with the barest brush of his fingertips, and when we give into temptation…I’m lost.

But Cope has secrets and so do I. And when the forces from our pasts emerge from the shadows, there’s nothing they won’t do to end our happiness once and for all…

Beautiful Devil by: Rachel Leigh

Beautiful Devil
Author: Rachel Leigh
Published: October 2024
Publisher: Rachel Leigh
Format: ARC eBook
Pages: 246
Rating: 4/5
Summary:

A Deliciously Sexy Ex-Boyfriend’s Rival, New Adult, Hockey Romance by USA Today and International Bestselling Author Rachel Leigh.

Two sports collide when a feisty sideline cheerleader meets her match in an arrogant hockey player who is more than just his bad boy reputation.

I fell for the wrong Devil…

Hayes Madden was never on my dance card. He’s an egotistical jock who plays for the Devil’s hockey team —not to mention, he’s my boyfriend’s biggest rival.

His sculpted abs and charm do nothing for me. Besides, I’m a cheerleader, not a puck bunny.

When a very graphic video of me and my ex is sent to the entire student roster at Rosewood-U, rumors quickly spread and, to my surprise, Hayes is my unlikely knight in shining armor.

Before long, I find myself falling for the hidden side of him he doesn’t let anyone else see.

It’s time for me to learn if this is all a strategic act of revenge against his nemesis, or if Hayes really is the beautiful devil I’ve fallen for.

Playmaker by Deanna Faison

Playmaker
Author: Deanna Faison
Published: October 2024
Publisher: W by Wattpad
Format: eBook ARC
Pages: 400
Rating: 4/5
Summary:
Spring Break is about having fun–and a steamy friends with benefits relationship for Maddie and Cameron until they realize they might be falling in love. This BookTok sensation is perfect for fans of Hannah Grace’s Icebreaker and Tessa Bailey’s spicy rom-coms.

What started as a game just got serious.

Cameron's a hot NFL prospect, and a total player on and off the field. But his moves don't seem to work on Maddie. While she once crushed on him hard, that crush has since faded. She’s got big plans of her own and they don’t include him.

Then Spring Break turns their plans, and their feelings, upside down. Maddie and Cameron start a steamy affair, sneaking around behind their families’ backs. But there's one big problem: Maddie’s WAY overprotective brother–who happens to be Cameron’s BFF.

Will Cam be able to admit he's got real feelings? Will Maddie ever be able to stand up to her brother and make her own decisions?

One thing's for sure, their choices will change their life playbooks for good.

Based on the smash Webnovel, MY BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND, this spicy sports romance is sure to give readers a thrill.