Release with Review:: Lucky by Sawyer Bennett

 

LUCKY 

Sawyer Bennett

Release Date: October 7 

Blurb:

Matteo “Lucky” Branson has it all—an elite hockey career, a massive fanbase, and the kind of charm that trends effortlessly on TikTok. As the fun-loving left winger for the Pittsburgh Titans, he’s built a brand on superstition and swagger. But when a viral dating challenge puts him opposite a woman who couldn’t care less about his fame, Lucky’s about to learn the hard way that some games don’t follow the playbook.

They call me Lucky for a reason. My grandmother swears I was cursed at birth—yet somehow, I’ve been kissed by fate every day since. I’ve got my rabbit’s foot, a shamrock tattoo, and quirky rituals by the dozen—and it’s all worked so far. Life’s been smooth. Hockey, clout, fun... I’m skating through.

Until I meet Winifred Shaw. Winnie. She’s smart, bold, and laugh-out-loud funny, with a TikTok following that rivals mine and a dating challenge that’s going viral. The premise? Thirty days of dating to prove an average woman can still land a decent guy. I’m the first to accept the challenge—one night, one chance, and then she moves on. But the moment she rolls her eyes at me, I’m hooked.

She thinks I’m just another overhyped athlete with a pretty face and a lucky streak. But I see her—confident, curvy, electric—and I don’t just want a second date. I want every single one after that.

I’ve always trusted luck to get me where I need to be. But this time? I’m ready to fight for it.

Buy7 Links:

📱Ebook: https://geni.us/STORE_LuckyEbook  

🎧 Audio: https://geni.us/STORE_LuckyAudio Review:

Oh man, my weekend was made when this hit my book funnel account. This series, this whole set up from the Carolina Cold Fury men has gotten us to a point that social media is big with celebrities now. If they choose to share, we know a lot about them, this is the same with Lucky and Winnie. Lucky has been traded to the Titans, and loves his Tik Tok, where he is goofy, dancing, and shares a little behind the scenes. Winnie uses her social media to share dating, garden, and teaching stories. She has a descent following that helps supplement her teaching salary. When Lucky accepts her dating challenge, she honestly thinks its a mistake. He isn't the average Joe she is looking for, he is actually the opposite. Lucky though, I believe was made for her. These two stole my heart and I cried for Winnie during a pretty serious bullying issue. I loved that Sawyer made this a point, whether she knows it or not, social medial bullying and having teenage girls, its there and its a worry of mine. Bringing this subject to the forefront and making it an issue might make others think twice before they go to their keyboards to harass someone. We see former couples and see a highlight of future stories. I really need to begin these stories earlier than 9 at night so I get some sleep.

Meet Sawyer Bennett:

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Sawyer Bennett uses real life experience to create relatable stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From contemporary romance, fantasy romance, and both women’s and general fiction, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

A former trial lawyer from North Carolina, when she is not bringing fiction to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to her very adorable daughter, as well as full-time servant to her wonderfully naughty dogs.

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Release with Review:: Top Shelf by Teagan Hunter

 

Top Shelf by Teagan Hunter is now live! I have two goals this season: 1. Prove to the Seattle Serpents I’m more than just the old guy. 2. Don’t fall for my captain’s stepsister. In my defense, I had no clue who Vanessa was when we met. We were in a different city. How was I supposed to know she’s my teammate’s stepsister? Now she’s in Seattle, still healing from her divorce, and apparently, she’s here to stay. That would be fine if I didn’t still think about our night together every waking hour. Thing is, I do think about it—constantly—and then when I find out she needs a place to live, I offer my spare room. We’re roommates, and that’s it. Until it isn’t. We’re just having fun, that’s all. Except nothing feels like just fun. It feels far too real and far too serious, and her stepbrother has no idea about us living together or that I’m slowly falling for her. So much for focusing on the season… TOP SHELF is a standalone hockey romance novel. There’s an age gap, a veteran player falling for his teammate’s stepsister, a woman recovering from a broken heart, sneaking around, a one-night stand, one bed, lots of steam, ridiculous group chats amongst teammates, and a happy ending. Review:  Locke's whole reaction to Nessa being at his captain's house who happens to be her stepbrother is a vibe, he is star struck but cannot make a move. I felt horrible for Vanessa, Hutch is not welcoming to her at all, even after all these years. She felt out of place, not wanted, and coming off a divorce. A divorce she hadn't shared the horrible details of to anyone. She held all that sadness and hurt, I felt all of this. Locke, though, he see her, like all of her. He is the man that she needed to meet at that time in her life. These two make moves in their lives and do not include anyone. They stay in small bubble until Locke needs to tell Hutch. This is when all the emotions do come out and come to the front. They work through them as a team. Locke is right there beside Vanessa and he does it wonderfully. I am really enjoying this series, cannot wait for more. Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited Amazon: https://bit.ly/3Fjopyr Amazon Worldwide: https://mybook.to/IT3bH Paperback: https://geni.us/TopShelfPB Special Edition Paperback: https://geni.us/TSSpecialPB Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3FzHnAO

Release with Review:: Lucky Laces by Elise Faber

LUCKY LACES

Elise Faber

Release Date: September 29

One moment captured on a jumbotron changed my life.

One glance at that screen and…I was Coldplayed.

My fiancé getting caught canoodling on national TV was not on my bingo card for my first season of coaching the NHL’s Oakland Eagles.

Neither was falling for a hockey player on my roster.

I’m not in the market for love, not after being humiliated, and I’m certainly not going to date one of my own players.

Only…the universe keeps pushing us together and every moment I spend with Hudson means my attraction to him grows…until I can’t seem to stay away.

And then I find out he’s playing the long game—

Because he has absolutely no intention of letting me go.

Grab Your Copy!

https://geni.us/LuckyLaces

Review:

I liked the story line however I didn't connect with these people like I usually with this authors people. I usually fall in love and read too fast. This story was read a little slower but I did enjoy the connection. Diana is finding her way being a woman in a male dominated sport. Hudson is a great player who got lucky enough to get locked in a room with a beautiful woman. These two really did enjoy each other and the journey was fun to be on with them. 

Meet Elise Faber:

USA TODAY bestselling author, Elise Faber, loves chocolate, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and hockey (the order depending on the day and how well her team—the Sharks!—are playing). She and her husband also play as much hockey as they can squeeze into their schedules, so much so that their typical date night is spent on the ice. Elise changes her hair color more often than some people change their socks, loves sparkly things, and is the mom to two exuberant boys. She lives in Northern California. 

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Release with Review:: Only For Tonight by Natasha Madison

ONLY FOR TONIGHT

Natasha Madison

Release Date: September 12

Blurb:

When one night changes everything.

Ariella

The last time I saw him, I’d just turned eighteen.

Six years later we’re face-to-face again.

Neither of us wanted the night to end.

The next morning, we made a pact.

Each of us going our separate ways.

Until two pink lines changed everything.

 

Jaxon

Life was going my way.

Hockey. Family. All of it.

Until…I saw her.

She was different now. 

One thing led to another and we got carried away.

It was supposed to be one night. 

Our secret.

Then she’s at my door with news that rocks my world.     

I’m going to be a dad.

Buy Link:

https://books2read.com/KUOnly4TonightNM 

Available in KU

Review:
Ok, how in the world does she always get better?!? This 2nd generation story is just what the doctor ordered! Jaxon and Ariella are both big personalities in their parents stories. We meet them again, all grown up, and doing life. They are both successful, Jaxon following in his dads footsteps becoming a hockey legend and Ariella working with her mom marketing within the hockey world. Their story seemed quick and full of love. Jaxon doesn't bat an eye when she comes to him and needs his support. These two really just held my heart and I loved watching them grow as a couple. Jaxon gives us the alpha strong man, while also just being a teddy bear. Seeing some of our favorites from prior books is also a perk of reading about our second generation. I hope to see so much more from our favorites families.

Meet Natasha Madison:

When her nose isn’t buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she’s in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It’s a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn’t listen to her…

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Release with Review:: Boarding Pass by Kaylene Winter

BOARDING PASS

Kaylene Winter

Release Date: September 5

AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED

Love wasn’t on the itinerary. He crashed the trip.

I’m in Paris with an offer for a career-making solo photography exhibit.

I should be floating on champagne and designer euphoria.

Instead, I’m single and alone at a Tom Selleck-themed wine bar, wondering if thirty-two is too young to start over.

Then he walks in.

Messy hair, leather jacket, a smile I feel in places I haven’t for years.

One accidental wine spill and soul-shaking kiss later…

I’m about to make the most impulsive decision of my life.

I sold my company for freedom, not to get tied down.

Working like a fool is all I’ve ever known.

I need a hard reset. No expectations. No itinerary. Just a one-way ticket to Paris and a suitcase full of unresolved baggage.

Then I see her.

A knockout with wine-stained lips and eyes that could undo a man.

Our connection is instant, magical, impossible to ignore.

I didn’t come here to fall in love.

But I’m starting to think Paris had other plans.

Boarding Pass is a full-throttle, no-holds-barred romance, perfect if you love dirty talk in French bars, sunrise sex in five-star suites, and the kind of love that doesn’t ask permission.

Grab Your Copy!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKTNWVGZ

Review:

I enjoyed this cute little story. Two souls who needed each other and met at the right time. We go on a trip with their hearts as they navigate life and finding themselves. This was a sweet story and I am so thankful to have found Kaylene Winter. I hope to read her again soon. 

Meet Kaylene Winter:

Kaylene Winter is an Amazon best-selling author of steamy, contemporary romance.

Each character-driven novel is filled with snappy dialogue, pop-culture references and enough steam to make you fan yourself. Kaylene weaves authenticity, emotion and angst into a turbulent rollercoaster ride of love, passion and soul-searing romance always ending with a delicious HEA.

Kaylene lives in Seattle with her amazing Irish husband and gorgeous Siberian Husky. She loves creating art of all kinds.

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Release with Review:: Married to Number Twenty-Two By Elise Faber

                                           MARRIED TO NUMBER TWENTY-TWO

                                                                          Elise Faber

                                                                     Release Date: July 21

I signed the contract.
I just didn't expect her to show up ten years later, ready to cash it in.

Recently traded to the Grizzlies, I’m struggling to find my place on the team. I’ve changed coasts, moved away from my best friend, from the Breakers who became family, and…I’m alone.

And it’s my birthday.

A fact that everyone around me seems to have forgotten.

Until a knock at the door proves differently.

I was in love with Luna when I was a teenager, and now she's on my doorstep, vivacious and beautiful and…holding a piece of paper I barely remember.

One that says we’ll get married…

And I think I’m just insane enough to say yes.

Married to Twenty-Two is the first book in the brand new Grizzlies Hockey series. If you love big, bearded hockey players who fall hard and fast for the women they love, this series is for you!

Grab Your Copy!

https://geni.us/Marriedto22

Review:

Aidan and Luna's story is cute, they loved each other when they were younger but life happens and soon 10 years has passed. Aidan cannot believe his eyes when Luna shows up at his door. A reminder of a promise and a secret wish from Luna that she can complete the task  in her grandmothers will. She needs to finish up the requirement to gain control of the company so she can make a difference. These two don't miss a beat and soon are back in step with each other. It was a sweet story and I couldn't put it down. 

Meet Elise Faber:

USA TODAY bestselling author, Elise Faber, loves chocolate, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and hockey (the order depending on the day and how well her team—the Sharks!—are playing). She and her husband also play as much hockey as they can squeeze into their schedules, so much so that their typical date night is spent on the ice. Elise changes her hair color more often than some people change their socks, loves sparkly things, and is the mom to two exuberant boys. She lives in Northern California. 

To find out about Elise Faber’s  upcoming releases and giveaways, sign up for her newsletter here

For more information on Elise Faber and her books visit: https://www.elisefaber.com/

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Release with Review:: Forgotten Dreams by Natasha Madison

 

FORGOTTEN DREAMS

Natasha Madison

Release Date: July 18 

Blurb:

Sierra

Who do you think you are?

I thought I knew until I accidentally discovered my adoring parents' biggest secret on my twenty-fifth birthday.

I am adopted.

Part of me is missing, and I set out to find it.

Trying to figure out the past piece by piece, I bought a little fixer-upper in the small town I was given up in.

Old lies will come out. Secrets that everyone is trying to keep buried. 

Who am I really?

Caleb

When I needed a clean slate, I moved to Montgavin to start my own construction firm. 

Slowly, I built my crew after my success with the bakery renovation.

When the newcomer in town wants to restore her house to its former glory, I trust no one but myself.

Sierra looks lost, slowly putting her life together, with her dedicated room complete with a whiteboard.

Something calls to me to protect her and her secrets.

Someone wants her out of the town.

But now they have to get through me. Review:

Oh how I love everything about these people and this little town. Caleb is adorable and as much as he kinda fights it, his pull towards Sierra can't be stopped. Sierra doesn't want to lean on anyone while she is going through this trauma at 25 years old, trying to figure out who she is and why she is now just learning where she came from. But Caleb becomes someone she leans on, someone she trusts, and someone she can talk through her troubles with. This was such a cute story.

Buy Link:

https://books2read.com/NMForgottenDreamsKU 

Available in KU 

Meet Natasha Madison:

When her nose isn’t buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she’s in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It’s a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn’t listen to her…

Connect with Natasha Madison:

https://linktr.ee/natashamauthor