Sparks fly when they come into contact and the happily ever after all of us romance readers crave does ...
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Ok so this is a story of the rich son of the hotel family and the daughter of the servant who loves him from afar when she was a child. But of course he was a little rich kid and didn&#039;t even see her as a person she felt.
Now they are all grown up and she is a success in her field, but happens to work in his families hotel. Sparks fly when they come into contact and the happily ever after all of us romance readers crave does come eventually but I won&#039;t tell you how.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Relevant, passionate, healing-filled Reunion Romance by one of the most intuitive writers out there for deep human motivation and emotion had me in high anticipation for the beginning of a new series by a favorite author.

The Ones Who Got Away took me to a contemporary world that most of us are fortunate we will never have to experience- the survivor of a mass shooting.  Exploring the aftermath and pairing it with a nearly desperate, cathartic romance that was always meant to be sent me to so many places inside my mind and heart.  In few other author's hands would I trust them to tell a story like this and get it right.  I do not say that to be dramatic, but because its true.  I wasn't even nervous that Roni Loren would fail to show a group of high school shooting survivors a decade later, capturing their past thoughts and actions as teens, then young adults, and now the adult versions.  Oh yes, at the heart, we have a salacious and passionate reunion romance between the jock and the artsy girl from the other side of the tracks, but this is twisted up in PTSD symptoms, people just getting by, and oh, the honesty and lust for life that happens when they trigger something in each other because they do know that life is an iffy thing.

That said, Finn and Livvy are gun shy about relationships.  For Finn, as an undercover FBI agent, he knows he only has just the summer before he gets sent deep undercover again and he is filled with darkness and barely holds onto his true self by a thread .  And for Livvy, she can only make things work if she stays detached.  People she loves leave and die like her mom and Finn and all the kids gunned down and she doesn't believe her splintered, damaged, nightmare-ridden self can connect with anyone.  I wanted them to heal and heal together so badly.

The pair of them were combustible together.  They were secretly dating in high school because Finn's family and even Livvy's would have fought them on it, but now as adults, they are like gasoline and a match.  Up they go as soon as they get near each other.  Honest, sexy, dirty talking and hot sweaty sexy times ensue.  Livvy is a firecracker and drives Finn wild and back into a lighter, happier place and Finn is a smoldering hottie that pushes her through her ice walls and makes her release her artistic, passionate, devil may care self.  They are good together and I was left with no doubts.  Even when they were on the outs, they were mature, honest, caring, and oh so in love.

Beyond these two, I liked the other layers to this story and setting the stage for the other series stories to come.  Livvy and the other survivor girlfriends she has that all do a time capsule letter and realize that none are living up to their teen self dreams, but also realize that they have each other..  Finn and Becca dealing with their friendship, her teen crush, and their shared past.  And the need to find closure with Finn's family.

I know that I have totally gushed and rambled through this review, but I'm still on a reader high and wanted to convey the fabulousness that I was feeling so others would catch the bug and go grab this one.
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Neither Luci Diaz nor Landon Summers were looking for a relationship when they meet at a New Years Eve party, but both are enthralled from their first hello. They feel an instant connection and powerful sexual chemistry and agree to one night of passion, which turns into a weekend of shared intimacy and unforgettable sex. They go their separate ways believing theyll probably never see each other again but are flabbergasted when Landon starts his new job at the law office where Luci works. They have a second chance to explore the magic they felt that weekend, but embarking on a relationship while working together is likely to be difficult. Landon isn't as intimidated by the pitfalls of mixing business with pleasure, and he is endearing as he patiently convinces Luci to take a chance on him.

However, Luci and Landon discover the workplace isn't their biggest challenge. He has deep, emotional wounds inflicted by his first marriage, and Lucis attention is consumed by a heavy secret and a stressful burden. There is an authenticity and depth to their journey that makes this happy-ever-after resonate, and Eternal is a heartfelt and beautiful love story of two wounded hearts who find each other when and where they least expect it.

Recommendation appeared @ USA Todays Happy Ever After on October 26, 2017.
ARC provided, but this review was voluntarily and honestly written.
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(4.5 star top pick review written by Talina Perkins for Night Owl Reviews)

A decadent blend of love and magic with a topping of fantasies coming true!

Sugar & Spice is a wonderfully written contemporary romance with a sprinkle of magic that sets love on its course to finding happily-ever-afters. In this story it's Dedra Hanson's turn to see what the cards hold for her. To see if her fantasies about her soon to be former boss, Paul Chastain, can be as wild and steamy as her imagination has painted. And at the center of all the magic is Karma Caf and the three Karmanski women-three generations of gypsy ladies with a penchant for magic- working together to hold onto their family business. And as luck would have it Anja Karmanski has a touch of magic of her own to help Dedra get over her shyness and find true love. Let there be no mistake though, magic cannot force a bond but only lighten the mood while fate works to bring together two lives. Anja knows this, but it sure is fun to watch Dedra discover just how strong and determined she is to fight for what she wants. To leave behind her shy wallflower tendencies and reach out to take what matters to her most.

The author has delivered a tastefully written and well edited romance complete with steamy lust and sex. And kissing...wow, the kissing! The tension between the two main characters is vivid. The dialogue witty while contrasting with great insight to each character that even had me laughing out loud. I loved how Paul tried convincing himself to keep back and not act on his lustful intentions towards his perfect-for-him secretary. And what is keeping him from acting on his steamy fantasies about his secretary? Corporate strategy and manipulative board members that want to control the Chastain brothers by demanding Paul marry off not only his father's company through a merger but also himself to help create a sense of security for the stockholders.

Both Dedra and Paul will have to take control if they want change. There are plenty of forces working against them and to see if they are strong enough to go up against them and win makes for a compelling story with heart.  Sugar and Spice is novella length and packs a punch in a short time. Tawny Weber made my must-read list with her Blaze titles and will not be budging from that spot! I am definitely looking forward to more Karma Caf stories!
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A charming story of unrequited love finally being fulfilled
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Win Me Over is the second novel in the Hearts & Crafts series from author Nicole Michaels, and after having read the first book, Start Me Up, which I loved, I simply couldn't wait to get my hands on this sequel. Here we have Callie Daniels, owner of Callie's Confections and coach for the high school dance team, and Bennett Clark, former NFL player and coach for the high school football team, joining forces in order to win a dance contest whose prize money Bennett plans on using to help his senior football players with their college tuition. They start off on the wrong foot but with both used to winning, they intend to give it their all. But amid the fun and flirting, Bennett's past is something that still weighs heavily on him, as does the feeling of responsibility he has toward all his players, both of which come to play in the story.

I loved Callie. She was this vibrant woman who enjoys being independent and successful but knows she can lean on her parents and three best friends if she needs to. She isn't afraid to give something a try, even when she knows the risks involved, and that includes becoming involved with Bennett, who is truly a good guy but is rather closed-off and far more hesitant. While there's a fair amount of flirting going on and they do try to keep things strictly platonic, you can feel the tension between them and I'm glad that it was more of a slow burn because you get to see their relationship grow. Everything is more or less lighthearted until an unexpected event occurs and a lot of what followed was heartbreaking. However, tragedy can lead to people coming together for the greater good instead of wallowing in self-pity and guilt and laying blame.

The third book in the series, Draw Me Close, is set for release in March 2016, but it's pretty clear that it'll be about the third member of the My Perfect Little Life blogging triumvirate, Lindsey Morales, a decorator, and Derek Walsh, an architect and best friend to Mike Everett, the lead male character from the first book, thanks to the confrontation that the two engage in here. This series may be about small town love stories but the two I've had the pleasure of reading so far are big on the romance and provide just enough steam to make me a satisfied bookaholic. Just like its predecessor, Win Me Over has a lot of heart and I finished the book with a smile on my face and already adding the next book to my to-be-read list. I'm highly recommending Nicole Michaels's latest gem of a book and give it five-plus stars.
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Isabella Chilcott always hoped for a happily ever after, but she is arranged into a marriage to support her family. With the ever looming proposal of marriage haunting Isabella, she is realizing that her dreams of a romance are waning but maybe just one Ball could help her adjust to the life she will live soon. Just one Ball . .

Anthony Hurst is the Duke of Kingsborough and their family has been in morning for his father, his mother has left society but a Ball may brings something fresh and lively into their life. With a past as a rake with a reputation and women hungry like wolves for title, Anthony has almost given up all hope at finding happiness these days. Obligation is heavy on his heart and just the very thought of a Ball is sending shivers down his spine as ladies come calling.

When these two characters meet under the cover of masks at the Ball sparks will fly and so may skirts soon after. Isabella is still holding fast to her obligation to marry into a loveless marriage to aid her family, but will Anthony be able to impress upon Isabella his love before it is too late?

What I truly enjoyed about this book was the genuine feelings the characters shared between each other even as they tried to deny them. Their positions in life soon came to no importance as their feelings began to take over their daily lives. With a fabulous cast of supporting characters in Isabella's sister, and Anthony's family and friends, we are drawn into this story more with each page turned.

Sophie Barnes has brought out a Duke and shared with us a lady in disguise pattered with the classic Cinderella story but filled with all new intrigue, romance and ton.
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A sweet story of friends turned lovers that will make you swoon with its charming characters and amuse you with its witty banter.

Parker and Ben were a force to be reckoned with. They had an effortless friendship that was full of flirty exchanges, roommate antics and best friend shenanigans. I enjoyed that dynamic immensely and was definitely entertained. It also heightened the chemistry once they entered into their arrangement. Their oblivion to the connection was frustrating at times and I wanted to shake some sense into them as I cheered for them to get it together. As an outsider looking in, they clearly belonged together.

Friends-to-lovers is one of my favorite types of stories to read. Though the storyline was predictable, and the angst was nominal, the author ensured my overall enjoyment with likeable characters and a story with just the right amount of drama to keep me engaged. Though this was my first book from the author, it won't be my last.

Complimentary copy provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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Complimentary copy provided by the author/publisher in exchange for an honest review.

We first met Viv in the last book in the series, Rusty Nailed. She is the friend of Simons that he caught up with back in Philadelphia at this high school reunion. When she gets a phone call in the middle of the night from an attorney in California saying that she had inherited the estate of an estranged aunt, her world is turned upside down and she is thrust into her very own romantic novel, just like the ones she likes to read so regularly.

Viv is a computer geek, but also harbors a creative side that she indulged in college. While she majored in computer engineering, she minored in studio art. She even spent a semester studying art at the Sorbonne, before following in her father and five brothers footsteps into the world of computers and software development. Shes not what you might expect from your typical computer geek, with her tattoos, piercings, and big attitude, but she is a dreamer, and when she arrives at her aunts home in Mendocino, right on the California coast, she is awakened to the possibility of a brand new life, far removed from her comfortable, yet sterile, life in Philadelphia.

Viv hadnt visited her aunts home since she was 12 years old, but the memories she made that summer are very much ingrained in her soul. Unfortunately years of neglect have taken their toll on the once majestic estate and she finds herself with loads of work ahead of her. She soon finds out though that fixing things up is not going to be nearly as easy as she has anticipated. The home is listed on the historical register and in order to make any improvements, she is going to have to go through the towns archivist and librarian, Clark.

Clark is exactly what you would expect from a librarian, right down to the tweed jacket with elbow patches. He is from Mendocino born and raised and is passionate about keeping the historic homes in their original design as much as possible. He finds that working with Viv, or Vivian as he chooses to call her (much to her chagrin), is a challenge to work with, calling him on anything, any chance she gets. Slowly their adversarial relationship starts to change and they become friends, but just how friendly will they become?

Viv is convinced that her life is becoming a romance novelthe mysterious call in the middle of the night, the estate left from the estranged aunt, and when she first arrives in Mendocino, she makes the acquaintance of Hank, the shirtless cowboy responsible for taking care of her late aunts horses and chickens. Viv soon sets her sights on Hank, but she doesnt even register on her radar. Is Viv barking up the wrong tree? How far is she willing to push for her romance novel happily ever after? Is she willing to give up all she knows and loves in Philadelphia in order to pursue the HEA?

Even though this book wasn't as steamy as Simon and Carolines story in the previous two books in the series, I absolutely loved Viv and Clarks story. It was truly one of becoming friends first and knowing someone before making that leap into bed. The tension between the two finally came to a boiling point and when they finally got together, it felt perfect.

Screwdrivered is a relatively short and very quick read. I loved the premise of a romance novel within a romance novel and the way that Viv let her choice of reading material let her imagination run wild. In typical Alice Clayton comedic form, the over the top bodice rippers of earlier generations take on a life of their own. The characters were endearing and the story had hold of me from the get go. This was an easy 4  star read for me and I cant wait to see what else this series holds!
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*ARC provided by Authors*

In Fast Connection, authors Megan Erickson and Santino Hassell return to the Cyberlove world first introduced in Strong Signal (Garrett/Kai) back in February 2016. Like its predecessor, Fast Connection deals with not only meeting in the Cyber world, but also coming home from military service and trying to build a new life, and it packs one hell of a romance punch. So much so that this book was an absolute delight to read and impossible to put down.

As Ive said before, I am not a huge reader of m/m romance. I mostly stick with authors I know or books that have been recommended to me by a trusted friend, but Ive been a fan of Megan Erickson for years and since I trust her as an author, I signed up to read and review Strong Signal and immediately fell in love with Garrett and Kai. And its because of the amazing reading experience of that book that I signed up to read and review this book, and let me just say, Fast Connection, its two mega-talented authors, and its characters, Dominic and Luke, did not let me down. If anything, Erickson and Hassell further ignited  a serious love of their m/m stories and the beautiful relationship that develops between two amazingly flawed and complicated men.

Dominic is doing his best to deal with returning to civilian life and figuring out what he wants to do now that hes out of the military. Hes also determined to hook up with a guy, both for the sex as much as for the companionship and distraction it provides him. Luke isn't a relationship guy, by any means, and the last thing he wants is a hookup becoming more, and yet, with Dominic, he finds it impossible to stay away. So much so, he breaks his own rules for him.

Dominic isn't the same cocky guy he we met in the first book. Instead, hes uncertain, insecure, and so damn lost you cant help but want to hug the guy and tell him everything will be alright. And Luke, man, hes a grumpy guy, who likes simple routines and no string hookups. He wasn't expecting a guy like Dominic to come into his life, but once he does, he breaks through some of Lukes iron-clad control, making the burden of Lukes past a little lighter to bear.

Fast Connection is a stunning, multi-layered romance with two incredible male leads who will make you laugh as well as break your heart. Its raw and real and so utterly brilliant, I couldn't help but want to read it all over again once I finished.
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The excitement and romance amongst the stars pulls readers once again into the world of the Cy-Ops, a secret organization of individuals enhanced with cybernetics turned into unstoppable warriors.  From the first page to the last readers are taken on a roller coaster ride of emotions as the sweet and gentle Illumina tries to stay one step ahead of her crazed ex.  Her unwitting savior comes in the form of retired Cy-Ops agent Dale, who now runs an intergalactic chop shop. Against their better judgment they fall for each other, connecting on the deepest levels through their mutual abilities to communicate through computers which will come in handy when her ex eventually catches up to her.

After being brutalized by having her wings cut off and almost bleeding to death, Illumina is on the run as her ex swore to kill her.  By taking a job for Dale at a hidden outpost she thinks she'll be safe, but it's her heart that's in danger from the giant man with a kind heart.  Being with him makes her feel safe despite the feelings he arouses in her and being with him brings her strength, self-confidence, and the courage to fight for the HEA within her reach.  She may be small in stature but she has a fighter's spirit after surviving all the atrocities done to her and the mental and physical scars left behind.  She's shy at first but being around Dale brings out her sexy side which added sparks to their burgeoning romance.  She's an immensely likable heroine and, as a disabled reader, I enjoyed Dale's thoughtful gift that once again made her feel whole and put a smile on my face.

Dale gave up being an operative long ago, but lately he's been feeling bored by life. Meeting Illumina though gives him a spark, one that not only reawakens his need to be a hero but also his heart and desire to belong to another despite the danger. Though she lied to him about her past at first, Dale's quick to forgive as he's drawn to her and desperate to keep her safe.  Being around her you forget how large he is as he's very careful with her, a softer and gentler side comes out that's very sweet and endearing and is in juxtaposition to his dangerous talents.  This duality enhances their relationship and the interactions that were both sweet and steamy.  Through everything Dale's the quintessential hero who's not afraid to ask for help when Illumina's in danger, but more than capable of making the bad guy pay all on his own.

This was a quick read that packed a big punch.  The romance was quick to flourish yet believable as there's much to bind these two together.  They were a formidable match with each fighting for the other in a gripping conclusion that kept me on the edge of my seat.  Along the way readers are reunited with the other Cy-Ops that we met in previous installments as they lend their aid when Dale needs them most.  It's a brutal reunion for some though, with their lives changed irrevocably, as well as other new operatives introduced who made dramatic impressions themselves.  It all combines to leave me cheering for the satisfaction I found here along with great hope and excitement for future installments after the ramifications of events in this rollicking ride.  Sci-fi fans have reason to rejoice as Ms. Bristol has crafted yet another engaging story that readers won't want to miss!
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Dylan and Grace are delightful hero and heroine. The sparks they create fly off the page and keep you wanting more. The interaction between all members in the story are endearingly sweet particularly between Mason and the Sullivan's. It's a good read.
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"When I think of love and happiness, you're the only face I see."

As part of the Royal Guard of Monagasco, Logan Hunt has seen his fair share of action. But he's ready for a change. When a week of enforced R&R finds him reunited with the one woman that he's never forgotten, Logan finally believes that he can have the life he wants for himself.

As part of the Dirty Players series by author Tia Louise, DIRTY DEALERS has all of the elements that make these books so addictively readable. There's the allure of a Grace Kelly sort of fairytale, where everyday people are swept into a life of favor, but there's also plenty of intrigue, political maneuvering, and good old passion.

Logan has long been a member of the elite Royal Guard, and, after the action he's seen in service to his country, he's more than ready to step away and find a simpler life. When a seemingly chance encounter brings Cassandra back into his life, Logan begins to believe that he can have all the things that he's been longing for while seeing those closest to him find their happily ever afters. But Kass has secrets, the kind of secrets that will thrust both her and Logan, as well as the Royal Family, right back into the middle of intrigue, danger, and betrayal.

As a fan of romances with a twist, I really enjoyed DIRTY DEALERS, finding the intricate dance of the characters more than compelling enough to keep me turning the pages to find the outcome of Logan's and Kass' story. And, just so you don't think that it's not a real romance, well, it wouldn't be a Tia Louise book if there wasn't plenty of heartfelt revelation and blisteringly hot passion. This 4-star read is the perfect addition to this series that has become a favorite, and is perfect for Tia's fans, and anyone looking for a little bit of danger with their HEA.
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Love it when I can read a book in on sitting and close it being completely satisfied! Selene created some wonderful, lovable characters with a titillating story that leaves you wanting more in great ways. Any contemporary romance reader will enjoy the story within The Swing of Her Hips.

Two people that meet by chance or rather more by common interests both have sworn off love for the rest of their existence due to bad relationship experiences in their pasts. But what can you do when fate has another agenda in mind and you find yourself being pulled towards a person? Try and ignore it, for now. Duncan and Kallie can only ignore their feelings for so long. After a phone number exchange and a promise to keep in touch, they both find themselves thinking of the other even after only a short meeting. The day they finally meet up, it's out of their control. The attraction is too strong and it's decided to be a summer fling. But they both learn a lot while in each other's company, Kallie learns not all men are the same, there is such a thing as a great guy out there and Duncan learns that not all women are horrible and incompatible. He also learns that he could not resist the swing of her hips from the very start :)
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A surprise meeting begins an unexpected adventure and romance they never saw coming. Carter Clynes and Kendall Sparks meet in an airport bar---they flirt, connect, and suddenly Kendall finds herself on his flight to Brazil. They share a rapport, truths, and a building attraction...and difficulty saying goodbye. As the adventures continue, their like and lust grows. They unravel each other and develop more of an understanding.

He's got a bad rep as a ladies man that follows him. But Kendall makes him want to be different. She's got a life changing decision to make that will impact her entire future. It is spontaneous, unexpected, and confusing, but they let each other get closer than they have let anyone get in years. They open up and show their real selves. But they also have sexual tension, flirty banter, and hot chemistry.

I loved Carter's sense of humor and playfulness. He is handsome, sexy, and charming, but also sweet, caring, and has a big heart. But he's got a dirty mouth and alpha edge too. He might not really understand what they are doing, but he is not afraid to admit that he is not ready for it to end yet. I loved his Beatles references throughout and how he tied them into situations.

Kendall is sassy, fun, and a bit lost. She is trying to decide what direction to take her life and how to deal with an upcoming decision. But she ends up following Carter around and letting him push her boundaries and share some exciting experiences. It's a thin line between finding happiness and being terrified. It is hard to decide whether to follow their heads or their hearts. They make each other crazy and cannot seem to get enough.

But their lives are different and they seem to be on diverging paths. Can they find a way to merge them? Have they learned from their pasts enough to make better choices for the future?

They will have to face their fears and learn to trust. It's about priorities, lifestyles, and commitments. But they face some significant challenges and issues. Their story takes some unexpected twists, turns, and detours.

This is unique, humorous, sweet, sexy, romantic, and just a whole lot of fun. The writing flows seamlessly and completely sucked me in.  I loved these characters. I enjoyed their travels and their camaraderie and banter. I liked getting both points of view and getting all of the feels. I enjoyed the fact that it was not predictable and that there were some interesting surprises. It had enough drama and angst to keep me riveted, but overall it was a swoony, feel-good, love story. Another winner from Penelope and Vi!

I was gifted an arc in exchange for an honest review.
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Leah McHale and Jason Rhodes have a history together but it's not a happy one. When Leah's friend and co-owner of Wedding Bells, a wedding planner agency asks her to fill in as photographer in a high profile wedding she doesn't hesitate to agree. Until she finds out she'll have to work with Jason. Once working together, Jason and Leah's chemistry comes back in full force and things start to get tricky when the past keeps popping up between them.

I both love and dread the idea of a prequel novella. On the one hand, its a great way to get readers interested in a brand new series and it gives readers a chance to sample a new-to-them authors. But on the other hand, novellas often feel rushed and incomplete compared to a full length novel and may not show what an author is capable of.

I was a bit skeptical of this series to start with though because its set in the world of weddings, wedding planners, and all that so I was nervous that it would be all fluff and poof with no substance or heat but within a few sentences I was convinced I would enjoy Jason and Leahs story.

From This Day Forward managed to be sweet, sassy, sexy, and fulfilling so I have no reason to complain. Only reasons to say More please. Since Jason and Leah already had a history it made it easier for the story to move swiftly and efficiently because there wasn't any time being spent on building a romance from nothing. In a novella I think that its important not to pick a trope that is going to need a lot of time to develop. More time was spent on the now with Jason and Leah still super attracted to each other but each with their own reservations since their relationship in the past kind of blew up in their faces. I enjoyed both characters and I especially loved that they were both photographers and had strong personalities. They had a bit of maturing to do since their bickering sometimes took on an unreasonable tone but that was part of the conflict of the story.

As far as introductions and prequels go, I enjoyed From This Day Forward. There were two engaging characters with plenty of heat and chemistry, a believable second chance romance with bits of humor here and there, and of course, a happy ending for all.

Final Verdict: From This Day Forward is a promising start to a new series by Lauren Layne.

*Book provided by publisher and NetGalley for the purpose of an honest review
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This book is for every girl that carried a flame for the boy next door...

Kate Bloom is trying to revamp her image, to connect with the audience that watches the local TV station for which she works. Bad boy and boy-next-door Jesse Chapman couldn't have picked a worse time to come home and turn her life upside down... or perhaps a better.

While she juggles with the inevitable disasters that follow her attempts to become someone else, Jesse finds that his little Katie has grown into a sexy woman - and that despite his attempts to protect her from himself, he just can't stay away from her.

This is the first of three stories about three childhood friends battling through life together as adults. I really love this idea, as frequently I read a book with really well-written supporting characters, and feel disappointed that we don't find out more about them. It's a relief to know that we'll hear more about this world, as 'Suddenly Sexy' sets the scene so richly that it would be a shame to waste it.

The characters are sincerely three dimensional. There's a kind of nobility in Jesse's desire to protect Katie from himself, being a notorious womaniser and all, but there's a depth to his character stemming from traumatic childhood abuse at the hands of his father. This depth adds not just to his character, but to the wider world of the story and the surrounding cast of characters.

The fact that he's really pretty hot helps as well :) I hope that my imagination did him justice.

Kate is a woman that I really could relate to. She's changed a lot since he last saw her, and she has to work hard to change his outdated perception of her - which is complicated by her adventures at the TV station. But they both need to face the past to erase its capacity to torment them, and their childhood connection, and newfound romance, allows them to help each other to do just that.

Although there are times when 'Suddenly Sexy' is laugh-out-loud funny, swooningly sensual and tenderly romantic, it manages to tackle issues of self perception and identity without appearing to. As a result, it's not just entertaining, but satisfying as well.

'Suddenly Sexy' has it all - witty dialogue, convincing characters and window-fogging sex scenes. I found it thoroughly enjoyable, and look forward to the next two. Linda Francis Lee joins Shirley Jump in my top-five romance authors, and I don't know if I can hold out until the rest of the books are released!