Love in Sleepy Hollow is a collection of short stories featuring protective heroes, suspense and danger, exciting twists, and plenty of sweet and *slightly* steamy moments all set in small-town Sleepy Hollow. Each story features a different couple finding their own well-deserved HEA.
If you’re a fan of the Heroes of Sleepy Hollow series, you’ll recognize some familiar names in these stories. BUT you can also jump right in and enjoy these stories first!
Stories included: A Hero for Hollis (previously published in One Night in Utica, Romance in CNY anthology 2025) Defending Darcy (previously published in Seeking a Second Chance, Writers on the River anthology 2025) Chaos on Christmas Eve (NEW and exclusive story just for this collection) Penny’s Hero (NEW and exclusive story just for this collection)
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This is a collection of 4 novellas where the heroes are protective of the women they fell hard and fast for. This is great when you want a full story and don’t have all day to dedicate to reading especially around the holidays. You can read one of the stories if you only have an hour or so or you can read all 4 if you have more time. Each story is different and kept me turning pages to find out what was going to happen.
I enjoyed each story and reading about each couple. Each story takes place in a small town, with mystery, suspense and romance. A Hero for Hollis is about Dave and Hollis. Defending Darcy, we learn Mike and Darcy’s story. Penn’s Hero is all about Penny and Mitch. The final story is Chaos on Christmas Eve with Ryan and Willow.
Gia Cobie is an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author living in upstate New York with her husband and pets. She loves writing about protective heroes and the strong women they fall in love with.
In her spare time (when she has any!), Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks, and also has a weakness for reality romance shows, wine, and buying way too many books!
When a grizzly shifter and a human woman collide at the town ice rink, Christmas gets complicated—fast.
They’re both single parents. Both a little broken. And both about to find out that fate doesn’t care about timing—it only cares about love.
For readers who ✨ single parents doing their best ✨ grumpy-sweet shifters who cook breakfast and apologize when they’re wrong ✨ and kids who steal the show…
I have purchased a few of Roxie Ray’s books and so far, I have enjoyed each one. This is a cute Christmas story about a widowed bear shifter dad and his two daughters who meet a young boy and his mom who have not had an easy life.
How can you not fall in love with Remy who is caring, understanding and 100% doting father of his 2 girls and Jeannie who is trying to balance her son’s medical bills, illness and give him the same experiences any child would want. Remy’s girls Addy and Eva are amazing they are so understanding and compassionate when it comes to Max.
I enjoyed this book so much it was fun with silly moments between the kids and their parents. There were romantic moments between Remy and Jeannie even if the kids and Remy’s sister-in-law gave them a little nudge in that direction. I have to say hearing Remy and his late wife Zara story and Max and Jeannie was heart breaking. The way Remy’s family accepts Jeannie and Max with open arms made my heart swell. I loved the winter back drop to most of this story and even seeing them incorporate Christmas in July was magical. This was a wonderful read to get me in the Christmas spirit.
Roxie Ray is a collaborative group of writer friends passionate about crafting unforgettable Paranormal and Alien Romance. Together, they weave steamy, heart-pounding stories filled with captivating characters, sizzling chemistry, and plots that keep you hooked from start to finish. They pour their love for the genre into every page, aiming to deliver the perfect blend of heat and storytelling magic.
A grumpy-sweet alpha. A broke but brilliant baker. One emergency cake order that might just be fate.
When Castiel’s pack reunion turns into a frosting-fueled disaster, the last thing he expects is to find salvation in the form of a tiny bakery—and the fiery, flour-dusted woman who runs it.
Felicia’s barely keeping her business alive, her heart is still healing, and she has zero time for distractions—especially not the ridiculously hot country guy begging for last-minute cakes. But with a hundred people waiting for dessert and a cash offer she can’t refuse, she says yes.
One rushed bake. Three ruined ovens. A van full of dreams. And a connection that neither of them saw coming.
She’s a human with a whisk. He’s an Alpha with responsibilities. But when their worlds collide, it’s anything but half-baked.
I enjoyed this sweet read. There was not too much drama just a rival pack, some cunning fairies, and a clever human baker.
I loved readding about Felicia and Castiel and seeing their relationship grow. Castiel is the alpha of his pack so when a young one in the pack has her firsts shift and takes out all the deserts for the family reunion Castiel needs to find a way to get them replaced and quickly. Castiel finds a Bakery that is open and the owner willing to fulfill the order and deliver it at that.
Felicia is trying to keep her family’s bakery a float but when more bills than customers are coming in it is an uphill battle. Until Castiel comes in to place a LARGE last-minute order for his family reunion. Of course, Felicia agrees to make the treats and get them delivered. When she arrives to the delivery location, she is amazed by the size of Castiel’s family. Can I just say I love Castiel’s pack there are so many characters and personalities I enjoyed each interaction. There was a mix-up as to who Felicia was by a blind elder and Felicia was given the special punch causing her to hang out longer with the clan.
This was a wholesome fun read. I loved seeing Castiel and Felicia banter and seeing where their relationship lead. I have to say the aunties and grandmas have a place in my heart I just loved seeing all of the interacting with everyone. There was just something likable about Felicia and everyone seen it even the rival pack. I’m not sure that anyone even fairies were immune to Felicia yummy treats.
Roxie Ray is a collaborative group of writer friends passionate about crafting unforgettable Paranormal and Alien Romance. Together, they weave steamy, heart-pounding stories filled with captivating characters, sizzling chemistry, and plots that keep you hooked from start to finish. They pour their love for the genre into every page, aiming to deliver the perfect blend of heat and storytelling magic.
Not completely, of course. How could I, given what I did?
But in the three years I’ve lived in this cozy town nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont, the memories have dulled. And though I never thought it possible, there are days I’m even happy.
Or I was. Until I found myself in a sinking car after my brakes failed, only to discover later it wasn’t an accident. Until I find out the nightmare I thought I left behind in Boston somehow followed me here.
When I saw Hazel’s car sinking into the river, I didn’t hesitate to go after her.
Not just because, as a former Green Beret, I had the skills to save her. But because the idea of losing her to the cold, inky depths was unthinkable.
Not Hazel, with her gorgeous smile that lights up a room. Not Hazel, whose haunted eyes remind me so much of my own.
I can’t imagine anyone wanting to hurt her. But if they try again, they’ll have to come through me. And with my skills as a security expert, along with the rest of my team, we’ll keep her safe, no matter what it takes.
Mountain Savior has a protective (and brilliant computer expert) hero, a heroine struggling with her past, small-town vibes, a security team of Special Ops veterans, found family, edge-of-your-seat twists, and sweet and steamy moments. Can be read as a standalone and an HEA is guaranteed.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoy reading Gia Cobies series the men are so protective and the women are strong in their own way. This book is no different and I was flipping the pages wanting to know what was going to happen next.
Hazel came to Bliss for a fresh start after living through a tragedy. She has made a home for herself, feels safe, has a job and friends. With everything she has been through she is not ready for a relationship, but there is an attraction to a customer Alec. However, she has firmly placed him in the friend zone.
When things start happening to Hazel that puts her life in danger Alec does what he does best by putting measures into place to protect Hazel. Which puts her right where he wants her closer to him. The Green Mountain Guardians team brings in assistance from other characters from Gia’s series. I love when series do cross overs and we get a glimpse of them.
This is heart pounding story that is packed with suspense. I wanted to know why everything was happening to Hazel and who was behind it. Watching Alec and Hazels relations go from friends only to something more was heartfelt. I love reading Gia’s stories and cannot wait for the next one.
Gia Cobie is an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author living in upstate New York with her husband and pets. She loves writing about protective heroes and the strong women they fall in love with.
In her spare time (when she has any!), Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks, and also has a weakness for reality romance shows, wine, and buying way too many books!
A meddling gran, a protective brother, and a mysterious gnome in the Georgia mountains…
What could possibly go wrong?
Spending Christmas in the mountains with her family is exactly what Kennedy needs. Work has been stagnant, and Norina has always felt like home. But when her parents bail and her brother’s smoking-hot best friend shows up instead, her underwear goes up in flames.
For Jack, a quiet holiday retreat with his best friend’s family is just what his agent ordered, and the small-town, picturesque setting is instantly inspiring. Falling hard for his friend’s sister, however, wasn’t in his latest outline.
Their chemistry is undeniable.
Their timing couldn’t be worse.
As real life waits below the mountain, Kennedy and Jack must make a choice.
Cut their holiday romance short, or let it blossom into an unforgettable love story.
I received a copy of this book from the authors in exchange for an honest review.
Absolutely love AJ and Miranda and I was so excited about a series about a mischievous gnome. Kennedy headed to her grandmas for what is supposed to be a family Christmas but her parents flaked and her brother brought his best friend, Jake. The chemistry between Kennedy and Jake from the start was explosive.
I loved Jake from the start I mean really how could I not once I found out he is a writer of romance books. Jake is taking in his small-town experience for his book and he taking in his best friends sister also. Jake finds out how much Kennedy loves her coffee and other things.
Kennedy’s grandma had me laughing with her one liners and all-around personality. I was wondering how the gnome was going to play a part throughout the book don’t worry we get to see that in the last part of the story. I enjoyed this light hearted fun story with no major drama. I did think with the series name the gnome would play a bigger role in the book but the shenanigans were full of surprises and laughter. I have to say I am ready for the next book
AJ RENEE
AJ Renee is a military wife and mother of three. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Master of Science in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
She loves to read and write steamy romance with a happily ever after. When not working, you can find her playing World of Warcraft, board games, or outdoors for a run or hike.
MIRANDA LYNN
Escaping reality one book at a time has been Miranda’s motto since she learned to read. As an only child raised on a dairy farm her creative imagination brought words to life. She devoured more books growing up than her little town bookmobile could handle. It was inevitable that she would turn from reading them to writing them. This is her way to help not only herself but others escape the day to day drudge. Her books may take you on a journey through time, give you a look inside a fantasy realm, or delve into the magic of almost anything paranormal. Threading in heart stopping romance and dropping an occasional super sexy scene just to keep you on your toes.
Miranda’s stories are focused around strong female leads and sexy males who appreciate them. She strives to encourage her readers that they can have it all in real life too.
You can find her most days either subbing at the local high school or tucked away in her office working on the next story with a cup of java in her hand. She loves connecting with her readers online as well as in real life so make sure to find her on Facebook and check out where she will be signing throughout the year on her website.
It’s nearly Christmas at the Blade and Arrow headquarters, and the team and their partners are getting ready to celebrate the holidays together. It’s been a perfect holiday season so far… until an enemy shows up with sinister intentions. Revisit with the original Blade and Arrow Securityteam as they work together to survive a threat that could break them apart forever.
This ensemble cast of your favorite B & A characters (and some new faces, as well!) will find plenty of holiday joy and an HEA (plus a very special surprise!)
Highly recommended to read after completing the rest of the original Blade and Arrow Security series.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I love all the characters in this series. This is a quick read but don’t let that fool you it is packed full of suspense.
The guys are out of town the ladies and kiddos are hunkered down at the headquarters getting things ready for Christmas. When everything goes dark, no lights, no phones, no nothing the generators are not kicking in. Chaos ensues as an enemy has entered the headquarters thinking it was empty as the guys are gone. They do not realize the women and children are there and now become hostages.
So good to be able to see the B&A team and to see once again how strong their families are when they pull together to protect each other and the kids. This story kept me turning the pages needing to know what was going to happen before I could put the book down. Thank you Gia Cobie for getting me in the mindset of Christmas with this.
Gia Cobie is an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author living in upstate New York with her husband and pets. She loves writing about protective heroes and the strong women they fall in love with.
In her spare time (when she has any!), Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks, and also has a weakness for reality romance shows, wine, and buying way too many books!
Love can be murder, especially when your ex is a serial killer. Don’t miss this spicy new romantic suspense by New York Times, USA Today and Audible bestselling author Kylie Scott!
Nothing prepared Sidney Walsh for the awkwardness of having unknowingly dated an infamous killer. She’s doing her best to move on after her ex got dragged off to jail. If only online amateur investigators, his creepy fans and a particularly belligerent cop would leave her alone. Her social life might be quiet, what with having few friends and the neighbors wanting nothing to do with her. But at least it’s safe. That is until tattooed chef and all-round thirst trap, Noah, moves in next door.
Now Sidney is being asked on dates for the first time in forever, and feeling a dangerous mix of soul-deep connection and red-hot desire. But the darkest moments of her life come crashing back when her ex decides he has unfinished business…her. Will she and Noah make it out alive, and can their love withstand the nightmare of her past?
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I am not a big true crime, murder mystery fan but this is Kylie. I’m not a zombie kind of girl either but I liked Kylie’s zombies so I figured I would give this a shot.
Sydney’s ex is a serial killer rotting in prison for the past 10 years. So Sydney and her friends have spent the past 10 years trying to map out places he could have buried the bodies. Then the sexy Noah moves in next door.
I tried to get into this one but I am just not into to the true crime. Don’t skip this book just on the reviews you read. Just because this was not for me doesn’t mean it wouldn’t be something you would enjoy. I am a big Kylie fan and would not pass on one of her books. This book is also in audio and I love Andi as a narrator on all of Kylie’s other books.
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Review by Twinsie Angie
I purchased this audiobook when it first released on Audible. I also was offered a review copy of the ebook from the author when the ebook was the be published.
I am a giant true crime fan and read a lot of true crime biographies so I jumped to read this book. I did enjoy the story and understood some of it would be unreliable but much like Ryan Murphy’s Monster TV series, I was ready for this.
I have to say that I felt the story was kind slow and dragged in parts which to me was shocking. I never find that with Kylie’s books. She has great whit and snark but this book seemed to lack the chemistry with her characters that I love.
I felt the story was pretty A+B=C with the plot. Nothing really shocking came from the story and maybe that was why I thought it was kind of flat?
I would recommend that if you haven’t read a Kylie book not to start here because to me this is not her best work.
Kylie is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today best-selling, Audie Award winning author. She has sold over 2,000,000 books and was voted Australian Romance Writer of the year four times by the Australian Romance Reader’s Association. Her books have been translated into sixteen different languages. She is based in Queensland, Australia; living and working on land traditionally owned by the Jagera people.
Every Single Vow is a small town, childhood friends to lovers, marriage of convenience, cowboy romance.
I was ten years old when I met Cooper Mayson. Thirteen when he threw his first punch for me. Eighteen when my world crumbled beneath my feet and he promised he’d always take care of me. He was my constant. But with a last name like Sterling, and the tarnished reputation that came along with it, I’ve always kept him at arm’s length. He was the golden boy with a loving family, and a ranch with a polished legacy. I was the girl with an absent mother, a father in prison, and a destination for nowhere. But now I was staring at a stranger. One that looked just like me. A little sister I knew nothing about. A child who had nowhere to go. I couldn’t let her be another face lost in the system. But no judge in this town would give a child to me with my last name. It was hopeless. Until my best friend made me an offer. To give me his. Sounds simple enough. A temporary marriage so I can gain fully custody, then have an amicable divorce. Problem is, I’ve been in love with my best friend since I was ten years old. And after only two weeks of being a Mayson, I realize, this marriage might not be as fake as I thought. Behind closed doors the act doesn’t end. Every kiss pulls me deeper; every whisper heals my heart. It almost makes me believe I’m good enough for him. But if there’s once soul in this world that I refuse to taint, it’s Cooper Mayson’s.
Every Single Vow is book two of the Every Single Series. It can be read as a standalone. No cheating and a guaranteed HEA.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I was so ready for Cooper and Dakota’s story. I love seeing how a relationship starts and grows and wow did this one yank at my heart. Cooper was so patient, caring and protective when it came to Dakota from their first meeting at 10 years old to now.
Dakota had a tough life her mom left her with her dad that was not fit to be a dad. The things he put her through had my heart breaking. The day Cooper saw Dakota in the gas station and showed her kindness started to heal my broken heart. Knowing her dad is in prison and cannot hurt her anymore put my mind at ease.
Cooper has always been there to protect her. When a surprise little sister shows up on Dakota’s doorstep he sees his opportunity to make Dakota his. Now he just has to convince her it is just not pretend for him but has always been real.
I adore Dakota and Cooper they have been friends since they were little. We get to see them grow up and what they all been have been through. I loved seeing everything that Cooper did for Dakota. The secret that comes out is something I would have never expected that but heck yeah, I get it and I’m all for it. I’d be on the Mayson family team any day protecting their family and friends.
I absolutely loved Dakota and Cooper and getting their story. With the ending of this one I really want to know more about Laiken and Parker. Really what is going on there and why is Laiken so furious with Parker. I’m telling you I have a feeling this one is going to be one heck of a long 8 second ride with these two.
A few of my favorite quotes (ok maybe quite a few):
“I hate you sometimes,” I hiss as I push at his chest. He chuckles. “Lies. You love me.” More than anything.
“I hate you sometimes,” I hiss as I push at his chest. He chuckles. “Lies. You love me.” More than anything. “Dream on,” I scoff.
“It must be exhausting,” his voice is almost a whisper, his lips moving slow and steady. The bluest eyes I’ve seen to this day roam over my face, pausing to meet my gaze before he inches closer. His hard chest presses against mine, before he glides his thumb down the column of my throat. “Walking around every single day pretending you don’t love me just as much as I love you.”
“I love you, Kota. You’re my person. The first thing I think about when I wake up and the last thing I think of when I go to bed. I’ve loved you for over half of my life and we both know what this is.”
Dakota wasn’t going to like what I had planned for her, but if she gave me any lip, I’d just kiss her until she agreed. End of story.
“You’ve always been my hero, Coop.” “And you’ve always been my queen of chaos.”
S.J. Chaynie is a small-town Texas girl who has found a love for writing. She enjoys writing romance, with a sprinkle of suspense, and a little humor. If she is not busy writing her newest ideas, she is spending time with her husband and two beautiful daughters. She believes a good book and a lot of laughs is the best medicine. She brings suspense, love, angst, and sometimes the occasional heartbreak to her stories. Always a HEA, but every character and story she holds close to her heart and hopes they touch yours as well.
The residents of Sleepy Hollow have been through more than their fair share of danger. But that’s supposed to be all in the past. This Halloween is a time for celebrating spooks and scares with friends and family.
And it is up until people start disappearing.
Spend Halloween night with the Heroes of Sleepy Hollow as they try to solve a sinister mystery before it’s too late.
Halloween in Sleepy Hollow features an ensemble cast of the previous Heroes couples. Revisit with your favorites or meet them all for the first time!
I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.
Don’t let this novella fool you it is packed with suspense, romance, and a bit of spooky. I loved getting to see the cast and catching up on what has been going on with them.
The group are at a Halloween party when Ari, Thea, and Shea head to the library to get Ari’s phone. What could possibly go wrong they were only a little way away from the library and they are in a group of three. In Sleepy Hallow a lot can go wrong when you let your guard down and think you are safe on Halloween night. When the girls go missing their men go on the hunt for them and won’t give up until they find them.
This was a quick read that had me flipping pages to find out what was going to happen and who took the girls. I so enjoy reading novella’s that give you little updates on everyone in the series.
Gia Cobie is an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author living in upstate New York with her husband and pets. She loves writing about protective heroes and the strong women they fall in love with.
In her spare time (when she has any!), Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks, and also has a weakness for reality romance shows, wine, and buying way too many books!
The curvy and beautiful Eme Stonewell is the alpha’s daughter. She believes in fated mates and happily-ever-afters, but that’s not what is in store for her. In order to keep the rogues from taking over the territory, the Brook Mountain Pack and Stonewell Pack must create an alliance. That alliance comes in the form of Eme mating – imprinting – with the Brook Mountain Alpha, Logan Brook. Not only is Logan Brook the Brook Mountain Alpha, but he’s the Head Alpha of all the United States packs. He needs this alliance between the packs to help maintain his campaign. He doesn’t mind that he has to imprint with the alpha’s daughter. In fact, he finds her stunning. But he has one problem. She wants absolutely nothing to do with him, and she isn’t afraid to say it. Without the mating, there is no alliance. How is he going to convince her that he’s a decent guy – that he might be her happily-ever-after after all?
I received a copy of the book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I love when you can get two books in one. I enjoyed reading about these wolfs.
Book one was Logan and Eme. Eme wanted to wait for her fated mate but her Dad had other plans and agreed she would be with Logan to strengthen both of their packs. Eme wanted no part of it and rejected Logan. Watching Logan try to woo Eme was the best. Watching their love unfold was heartwarming.
I was a little sad to see this story end but then I realized Val and Wayne were up next. I thought Logan and Eme were great oh man Val and Wayne walked away with my heart. Poor Val had a thing for Wayne forever but typical male he was clueless. One drunken night, one person confesses their love, and another remembers nothing causes some tension.
I enjoyed the plot of these books. I would love to have more about some of the others in the pack.
USA Today & International bestselling and two-time Iowa award-winning author DV Fischer is a mother of two very busy boys, a wife to wonderful husband, and an owner of three sock-loving German Shorthair Pointers. They also have one cat named Geralt.
Together, they live in Sheldon, Iowa.
When DV Fischer isn’t chasing after her children, she spends her time typing like a mad woman while consuming vast amounts of caffeine. Sometimes, if her husband can manage to remind her of the real world outside her office window, they hike!
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