I learned the hard way that relationships aren’t worth the trouble.

That was a hard lesson I learned after winding up pregnant and alone at nineteen. Facing an uncertain future, I dropped out of college and moved home to take care of my baby.

Ten years later, I wouldn’t change a thing. My ex might be a deadbeat, but I have my daughter. I have a job I enjoy. I have well-meaning friends who try to fix me up, insisting they know “just the right guy” this time.

But I don’t want a relationship. I don’t need one. At least I didn’t think so until Ronan. He’s different. He likes me and my daughter. He puts cracks in the walls I’ve erected around my heart. And when I’m in danger, he’s the one I trust to protect me.

Falling for a single mom and her daughter was the last thing I expected.

But there’s just something about Angel that calls to me. She’s beautiful. Kind. Funny. And when I’m with Angel and her daughter, the dreams I gave up on years ago don’t seem so unreachable anymore.

Still, I’m hesitant. For all the danger I faced fearlessly on the battlefield, I’m scared of being hurt by a woman again.

Then someone tries to hurt Angel. My Angel. Determined to protect her, I’ll use everything I learned in the Special Forces, along with the help from my teammates at Green Mountain Guardians, to make sure no one ever hurts her again.

Mountain Champion is a steamy romantic suspense set in small town Vermont featuring a former Delta Force operator, a single mom with a spunky daughter, a security team of Special Ops veterans, found family, forced proximity, edge-of-your-seat twists, and a guaranteed HEA. Can be read as a standalone.

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Gia Cobie has a way of telling small town stories that completely pulled me in. Hazel was putting her matchmaking magic skills to work by trying to get Ronan and Angel a single mom together, in my opinion Hazel got this one so right.

Ronan may claim he does not want a relationship, but you cannot tell this by his actions.  Ronan stole my heart when he built the small ski slope in Angel’s yard for Haley. Then he keeps going back to check on them. Ronan is only fooling himself because it is obvious just how much he cares about Angel and Haley by the things he does for them.

Watching the relationships grow between Ronan, Angel, and Haley is one of my favorite parts. I loved seeing Ronan and Angel slowly open up to each, but it was the things Ronan did for Haley made me fall in love with him even more. Every interaction between them felt genuine and sweet in the best way. Ronan was protective, caring, and impossible not to love. Angel and Haley made the perfect addition to his life even if he fought it every step of the way.

I love Gia Cobie stories mostly because you do not have to read the series in order to follow the stories. They are stand alone they can be read in order or not. I personally started with book 3 in this series but I will be going back to read book 1 and 2.

Gia Cobie is an award-winning and Amazon best-selling author living in upstate New York with her husband and pets. In her spare time, Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks, and also has a soft spot for reality romance shows and buying too many books. Gia loves writing about protective heroes and strong heroines who always find their much-deserved happy endings.

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He’s a scarred ex-soldier.

I’m the city girl he found freezing in the mountain.

He carried me to his bed and told me he’s never letting go.

I thought owning a cabin meant freedom. I didn’t realize it meant staking a claim on Gunnar’s land—and on Oliver himself.

A mountain of muscle and ink, he speaks in growls and lives for the hunt. When he found me lost in a blizzard, he saved me from death… then made it clear: I belong to him now.

And God help anyone who dares cross the line.

He finds me in a blizzard, drags me to safety, then tells me he owns me. No romance, no patience—only possession.

He’ll fix my porch with jagged spikes. He’ll mark my neck so his brothers know I’m taken.

He’s the Vanguard: battle-ready, relentless, dangerous. But when it comes to me, he becomes a different kind of monster—the type who would burn the world to keep me safe.

He calls himself the wolf of the ridge. I’m the only thing he refuses to share.

This is a dirty, high-heat MC mountain man novella you can devour in two hours or less—perfect for a late-night binge, a stolen afternoon, or when you crave all the good stuff (one-bed forced proximity, grumpy/sunshine instalove) without any slow build or filler.

No cheating, no filler drama, just an obsessive MC Alpha Male that will do anything for her.

This Motorcycle Club love story is a stand-alone romance set in Rica Lane’s interconnected small town of Pine Valley, which is the perfect place to find your next book boyfriend!

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Avery has never had a real home. After bouncing around in the system her entire life, she inherits a small house tucked away on a mountain and sees it as her chance to finally build something that’s hers. What she doesn’t expect is just how much work the rundown house needs or the reclusive biker living next door.

When a storm rolls in and Avery finds herself struggling at fixing up the house, Gunner reluctantly steps in to help out. From that moment on, he claims her in his own quiet but possessive way, nicknaming her Little Bird. However, Avery is anything but a fragile bird. She’s determined to fix up her house, prove she can survive on her own, and finally put down roots. Gunner might see someone to protect, but Avery refuses to be handled.

What I liked about this story is that while it has that classic protective, alpha biker vibe, it also shows Avery’s strength and determination. Gunner may be determined to keep her, but she chooses him just as fiercely.

Although we don’t see the rest of the club members, we get a feel for them when Gunner has conversations with them.  The banter adds to the story and I have to say I am intrigued to know more about them.

A few of my favorite lines:

She’s mine.
The thought doesn’t ask for permission. It just arrives, settling into the bedrock of my mind like it’s always been there. I found her. I saved her. I brought her into my perimeter.
Now I just have to figure out how to keep her safe from the one thing on this mountain that wants to devour her most.
Me.

“She’s not vulnerable. She’s mine.”
“Copy that,” Logan replies, a hint of amusement entering his voice. “Does she know that?”
“She’s learning.”
“Don’t Scar the girl off. Mom’s been dying for grandbabies, and you’re the only one of us acting like a human being lately.”

I want you safe. I want you here. I want you to never look at another man the way you look at me.

“I’m a savage who lives in the trees and sharpens knives to keep the ghosts away. But I’ll be your fortress. I’ll be the ground under your feet. Stay. Marry me.”

“I pent twenty-three years waiting for someone to fine me,” I whisper. “I thought I was disposable. A guest in everyone else’s life. But you gave me a key. You gave me a name. I’m not just a bird in a cage, Oliver. I’m the queen of your mountain. I’m yours. Solid.”
You’re my home, Avery. My heart. My soul.

Hi, I’m Rica!

I write for readers who crave short, steamy romances with undeniable chemistry. I believe in love at first sight, swoon-worthy moments, and irresistible alpha heroes who fall hard and fast.

My goal is to give you that exhilarating “butterfly” feeling and an electric escape from the real world, even if just for an hour. When I’m not weaving tales of fiery connections, I’m usually dreaming up my next possessive hero or indulging in my favorite romantic movies and sweet treats.

“There is nowhere for you to run, little one…”

Beast
I am the president of The Knights of St. Bon Motorcycle Club.
A seven-foot mountain of muscle and bone in a pair of motorcycle boots and a leather cut.
Cursed with demons and darkness and secrets that run deep.
To the people of St. Bon, I am a monster.
To my club brothers, I am a fearless leader.
To her, I am a nightmare.

Belle
He comes out of the shadows and turns my world upside down.
He forces me to marry him to pay off my uncle’s debt to the motorcycle club.
The stakes are high. I must be convincing as his old lady or there will be consequences for the both of us.
But I could never imagine the real reason he wants to marry me.
Or the secrets he is guarding in the forbidden room.

Beast is a dark Beauty & the Beast retelling, set in the fictional, dreamy town of St. Boniface. It is an enemies to lovers, motorcycle club romance with spice and suspense, touch her and die vibes, and twists you won’t see coming.
For readers 18+. Please check CWs. No cliffhanger.

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My favorite Disney princess has always been Belle, and I was in the mood for a gritty motorcycle club romance, so this book felt like a total win win for me. This book delivered a bold, edgy retelling that blends fairy tale vibes with the raw, dangerous world of an MC.

This story takes the familiar Beauty and the Beast story and gives it a dark twist. Belle is fiercely loyal and determined to keep her uncle Maurice safe when the evil Gaston shows up and threatens everything. Enter Beast. He saves Belle, takes her back to his “castle” which in this case is firmly rooted in MC territory, and arranges medical care for Uncle Maurice. But nothing is free, and it comes at a price.

I loved watching Belle navigate the new and dangerous situation she finds herself in. She is strong and compassionate. Her nickname for Beast, “bike gangster,” made me smile every time she said it. It captures that mix of intimidation and intrigue that makes him Beast. I have to say I love when we get to see the softer side to Beast.

The audio version, narrated by Ada Sinclair and Walker Williams, was good. They both brought this story to life in a way that made it hard to stop listening. Their performances added an extra layer of intensity to the story.

A few of my Favorites:

“And you should think the worst of me, Belle. It will be safer for you if you do.”

“You don’t know me very well if you think l’d ask you to give up something you love.” “But you are. Because you’re asking me to give up you. And you’re what I love the most in this world. I’m yours. All of me. The truth is, I was the moment you took your first breath. Even when I thought you were gone.”

You are the other half of me, Belle. It’s you and me.

Penny Dee writes contemporary romance about rockstars, bikers, hockey players and everyone in-between. Her stories bring the suspense, the feels and a whole lot of heat.

She found her happily ever after with an Australian hottie who she met on a blind date.

 

 

New York Times bestselling author Kylie Scott brings you Stage Short Stories & Novellas. A compilation of previously available stories set in her rockstar romance world. Now together in one collection for the first time.

Short Stories:
“Cocky” and “Mal and Anne + 1” feature Mal and Anne from the Stage Dive series.

Novellas:

Strong
When the girl of your dreams is kind of a nightmare.
As head of security to Stage Dive, one of the biggest rock bands in the world, Sam Knowles has plenty of experience dealing with trouble. But spoilt brat Martha Nicholson just might be the worst thing he’s ever encountered. The beautiful troublemaker claims to have reformed, but Sam knows better than to think with what’s in his pants. Unfortunately, it’s not so easy to make his heart fall into line.

Closer
When a stalker gets too close to plus-size model Mae Cooper, it’s time to hire some muscle.
Enter former military man turned executive protection officer Ziggy Thayer. Having spent years guarding billionaires, royalty, and rock n roll greats, he’s seen it all. From lavish parties through to every kind of excess. There’s no reason some Instagram stylist should throw him off his game. Even if she does have the most dangerous curves he’s ever seen…

Love Song
There’s always the one that got away. Or kicked you out…
The new darling of rock n’ roll, Adam Dillon, is ready to show his ex-girlfriend, Jill Schwartz, what a mistake she made kicking him to the curb. So maybe he wasn’t the best of boyfriends. Writing great songs and climbing to the top of the charts isn’t easy. Only problem is, he’s fast finding out that success isn’t everything.

The Rhythm Method
It all started in Vegas…
After a wild and tumultuous beginning to their relationship, Evelyn Thomas and her rock star husband David Ferris have been happily married for years. Nothing needs to change, their life together is perfect. Which means that change in the shape of an unexpected pregnancy is bound to shake things up some. But could it be for the better?

Just What I Needed
When the Stage Dive crew decides to help, they do it in a big way.
Nanny and housekeeper Jude has been going through a dry patch. Getting ready to dip her toes back into the dating pool is a little nerve racking. And the offers of assistance from her boss, David Ferris, and his band are not helping. Right up until music producer Dean Jennings arrives to work on the band’s latest album.

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I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.

I was so excited to Dive back into the world of the Stage Dive crew. Kylie Scott’s Stage Dive short stories felt like coming home. I LOVE this series. You truly cannot go wrong with this group of guys and their ladies, and when you add in the kids there is never a dull moment.

This collection brings together several short stories and novellas centered around the Stage Dive band members and the women who stole their hearts. Some of the stories I had previously read which I enjoyed being pulled back into those moments again. Revisiting these couples reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this series in the first place. A few stories were new to me, which made the experience even more special.

What I adore most about this series is the balance. You still get that swoony, slightly chaotic rock star energy, but now it is layered with real life, marriage, parenthood, and all the sweet and hilarious moments that come with it. The love between these couples is just as strong as ever, and watching them navigate family life only makes me love them more.

This collection is full of love, family, and laughs. It is warm, heartfelt, and the perfect way to spend more time with characters that feel like old friends. If you are a fan of the Stage Dive series, this is an absolute must read.

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.

Get ready for a forbidden sports romance between a former NFL player turned college coach, and the determined graduate student athletic trainer who has sworn off athletes.

Years of being an NFL quarterback taught me a lot of things. Expecting the unexpected was one. And it had always worked for me on and off the field. Until it didn’t. Until I met Trinity Maxwell. One second, we were having a crash course in couponing, then the next I was asking her out on a date. But the following day, when she walked onto my field the first day of practice, everything changed. She wasn’t just the new graduate student athletic trainer that would be shadowing the college football team I coached. No, as luck would have it, she was also our head coach’s daughter. The same head coach who thought it would be a great idea to have her living across the street from me so I could keep an eye on her. Ignoring our feelings should be easy. It was over before it even started. Besides, nothing could come of us but a dozen code of conduct violations and a scandal of the year title. But she was on my field, constantly in my head, and somehow managed to wedge herself inside of my heart. Unfortunately, nothing stays a secret in this town for long. Someone’s been watching, and they have the power to ruin us both. One wrong move could change everything. My lifelong football career could be ripped right out of my hands and her fragile reputation as a female in a male dominated industry was on the line. It wasn’t just between right and wrong anymore. The stakes were so much higher. For the first time in my life, I realized I had to make a choice. Between love and the game.

Between Love and the Game has a guaranteed HEA and NO cheating. Please read author not for sensitive topics.

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I absolutely fell in love with both Preston and Trinity.  There is an instant attraction between these two begins in the grocery store over a Pop-Tart discussion and continues with text messages. Then when they agree to a Date things take a turn.

Trinity is a student at the college and her father is the head coach. Preston is one of the coaches on the team and in line to possibly take over as head coach one day.  Therefore, Trinity is off limits because she is a student and the head coach has announced she is off limits.

I love that they try to fight their attractions because it is not allowed. Trinity is trying to make a name for herself and get to know her dad. I love her character she is trying to juggle paying off her college tuition, work, and live her life. As for Preston he is an amazing guy and great godfather to his best friend girls. I liked seeing the softer side to Preston.

Watching these two try to fight their feelings because it the right thing to do then sneaking across the street when the attraction gets too strong. Will these two be able to stay together or will one of them have to loss their career to be together?

I did not want to finish this story I truly loved the “coupon girl” and the ex-professional football player. I have to say I am now hanging on for Liv’s story.  I need to know what caused that tear to escape and her dam to break.

 

Favorite Quotes:

My feelings were devolving and there was nothing I could do to stop it. It was like freefalling out of an airplane.

 
“You remember what I told you.”
How could I forget?
“I do.”
“I told you, don’t bring no woman to me unless you loved her like I loved your mother.” He dropped his pipe between his lips. “And here you are.”
I couldn’t help but grin at the old man. “Here I am.”

 
“So you’re saying, I had you at Pop-Tarts?” I mused.
He chuckled. “Actually, what sealed the deal for me were your dodgeball skills.”

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.

 

Crypto archaeologist, Kinley Dunn accomplished the impossible; translating an ancient Mayan text that stumped experts since its discovery hundreds of years ago. Rumored to hold the key to a vast and priceless treasure, Kinley is determined to be part of the discovery until she finds herself stranded in Guatemala without a way to reach her mentor.

Former SEAL Shane Ivers is searching for his purpose, but on this trip his only goal is to relax and catch up with his old teammates while exploring ancient Mayan ruins. What he didn’t count on was the smart and beautiful Kinley falling at his feet—literally.

An offer of a ride turns into a dangerous, heart-pounding trek through the jungle, while a simple vacation attraction develops into something deeper. With the help of The Leonidas Corporation, they’ll race to find the lost Mayan city, but there’s more at stake than priceless treasure and Kinley and Shane could lose more than they bargained for. Because someone wants the secret Kinley holds and will do anything to get it.

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This is a good alpha military romance with danger, treasure hunts, and heart pounding suspense. This is one that delivers and takes you on a wild ride.

Kinley and Shane have a flailing first encounter since she literally falls at his feet. From that moment on, the chemistry is undeniable. Shane is that protective alpha ex-military hero that is swoon worthy. I love the strong sense of camaraderie and unity between him and his teammates. Their loyalty, brotherhood, and fierce protectiveness add so much to this story.

Kinley is stranded in Guatemala after translating an ancient Mayan text that no one else has ever been able to decipher. She is intelligent and capable, even when she is thrown into incredibly dangerous circumstances and way out of her comfort zone. She is not just someone who needs rescuing but she has her own strength and bravery, which makes the connection between her and Shane even better.

The audiobook narration brings the tension and emotion to life. The way Skye captures the characters and brings them to life is amazing. She made it easy to get completely lost in the story.

This was a great read with the long forgotten Mayan ruins, lost treasures, and nonstop danger that keeps your heart racing. I did not want to push pause on this audible because I had to know what would happen next.

Tarina has spent her entire life in and around the military – first as a dependent while her father was in the Army, and then as an enlisted Air Force member.

She writes contemporary and military romance about strong women and the men strong enough to love them. She draws heavily from her own military experience to create authentic characters who face real personal challenges while trying to navigate life and love after the military.

Tarina has since retired from the Air Force. She is a single mom of twins who keep her on her toes. Her favorite hobby is sleep. You can usually find her in the corner of a coffee shop trying to figure out how to get her characters to cooperate.

As soon as I heard the news, I knew it had to be wrong.

Bea? A killer? Impossible.

Not the sweet therapist who gently bullied me into recovery and never gave up on me, no matter how grouchy I was. She believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself. And I wouldn’t be where I am now without her.

Helping Bea means breaking the law. It means asking my Blade and Arrow teammates to risk their freedom, if we’re caught. But the idea of leaving Bea on her own is unthinkable. So, with my friends’ help, we race to stage a daring rescue before it’s too late.

I woke up from one nightmare only to be thrust into another.

First witness to a horrific crime; now accused of being the one who did it.

On top of that, my protector is a man I never expected to see again. I thought about Indy from time to time—wondering, worrying, even toying with the idea of checking up on him. But I never, ever imagined I’d wake up on the other side of the country after he abducted me.

I want to be angry with him for what he did, even though he claims he’s just trying to help me. But it’s really hard to stay mad at Indy when he’s the only one who makes me feel safe.

Protected from Villainy features a wounded warrior hero, a sweet and strong heroine with struggles of her own, forced proximity, found family, a security team of Army veterans, and plenty of sweet and steamy moments. Can be read as a standalone and an HEA guaranteed!

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This is the second book in the series.  I wanted to know more about Indy after the first book. Let me tell you this book did not let me down. 

Bea was Indy’s therapist when he was recovering from his injury. Bea was framed for the murder of her friend and fellow therapist. When Indy heard the news, he knew there was no way she could have killed anyone. Indy and the guys kidnap Bea from the hospital to give them time to prove her innocence.

I am enjoying seeing the Shadow Team working together with one another and the other series teams. I loved how Bea could see the real Indy and did everything she could to get him to see how amazing he is. I adore Bea she is such a sweetheart and the fact she likes to bake to relieve her stress makes me love her more. Watching Bea and Indy’s relationship change and grow was so wonderful. There is so much personality in this book between Bea, Indy and the team. I loved the banter between them all. There is suspense and action where I was trying to figure out who and why her friend was murdered throughout the book.

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!

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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)

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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!

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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…

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Review by: Twinsie Melinda

I purchased this book.

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.

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Review by: Twinsie Melinda

I picked this book up from Amazon.

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.