Xander Evans lived a tragic childhood, spending most of those years in foster care. He never felt like he had a home—discouraged with his plight—until he stopped in the small town of Truman Valley, Missouri. There, he met a woman who would change everything he ever knew. Paige Watson opened his heart and eyes to a new perspective; redefining Xander’s mind, body, and soul, giving him a new outlook on life. Unfortunately, luck had other plans and Xander now faced a new home—prison—after being sentenced to life for the murder of his true love’s mother.

Gabriela Michaels grew up with loving adoptive parents in Wyoming; her life far more stable than the brother she never knew, Xander Evans, who bounced around between foster homes. The stability and support encouraged Gabriela to become the first female US Army Special Forces soldier with three deployments under her belt. On her third and final deployment, Gabriela fell victim to a military sexual trauma. Upon leaving the service, Gabriela’s life quickly spiraled out of control in a fury of drugs and violence. Her only hope rested in a band of broken outlaws and her former flame, a brother-in-arms.

These broken outlaws came from different pasts, different circumstances, different influences, but together they forged a bond unlike any other. Through love, loyalty, and sacrifice they strengthened their broken places—kindred spirits in the world of sinners, misfits, and outlaws.

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Review by Twinsie Melinda

I found myself laughing at the characters and wanting to have a drink with them at points in the book. Then there were parts were I wanted to curl up next to them and hug them hold them and cry with them. You know something bad happens from the prologue but you get sucked into the story and you just don’t want to believe it’s going to happen or be true. These people become family, your family and you only want the best for them good things for them. I mean they are good people after all. What am I talking about who are these wonderful people well let me tell you about them.

Xander Evans grew up in foster care and is traveling through a small town in Missouri when he sees a guy giving a gorgeous woman a hard time. Well Xander is not going to stand for that and steps in. This wins the appreciation of the ladies father and an invite to dinner which eventually lands Xander a job at the Watson Wineries. Xander becomes close to the Watson family especially the daughter Paige. However, he keeps his distance because he doesn’t want to disrespect her dad Jack. Xander doesn’t made many friends and Paige has a nasty ex that won’t leave them alone. Things are going good until one tragic night that changes all their lives for the worse and their lives will never be the same. Want to know what that was well you’re going to have to get the book and read it for yourself because that is all your getting out of me. Now I need to go get my tissues to catch the tears.

I absolutely loved Paige and her no hold back say whatever I son my mind. Even though she has a great family life and a loving mom and dad it doesn’t mean she has had an easy life. The relationship she has with her BFF Brandi is the best they can tell each other anything just say it how it is and not get upset with one another if they do they don’t stay that way for long. The friendship that Xander and Chase have is amazing too. Even though Xander tries to fight the feelings for Paige the sparks are there and they are spectacular. The day Paige’s Mom and Dad find out about them is great I enjoy watching these two squirm.

BT Urruela did a good job on his first novel he had me turning the pages devouring this story. I so enjoyed these characters they came alive for me I was right there going through everything with them and when tragedy hits I was a blubbering mess even though I knew it was coming I still didn’t want to admit it. It’s like I said these people became my people and I wanted to protect them and didn’t want anything to happen to them. All I can say is I want more and need more of Xander, Paige, Brandi and Chase.

BT Urruela was an infantryman in the US Army from August 2004 until February 2011. At the end of a year long tour to Baghdad, Iraq, his vehicle was hit by two roadside bombs, which took his right leg below the knee and the life of his commander. He was awarded a Purple Heart for his wounds, an Army Commendation Medal, and Combat Infantryman’s Badge. He medically retired from the Army in 2011 and moved to Tampa, FL where he currently works as a Director and Brand Ambassador for VETSports, a veteran community sports nonprofit he co-founded in 2012. He also conducts motivational speeches, works as a cover and fitness model and he’s a personal performance trainer.
He’s a co-author of the military romance novel A Lover’s Lament and the upcoming romantic thriller and his debut solo novel, Into the Nothing.

Hayden Green is the epitome of a cheery, generous, small-town guy. He keeps himself busy in a tiny railroad town tucked in the hills of the Midwest by helping others. If he also finds himself wishing for a tall, dark, and handsome man to waltz into town and sweep him off his feet, who can blame him?

Gannon Snow closed himself off to emotions and connections a long time ago. He’ll head back to his late grandfather’s beloved holiday town, but only to sell the old man’s house and store. He has his own business to run and no time for feelings. Much to his chagrin, Gannon gets caught up in nostalgia and finds himself mesmerized by a happy little holiday helper.

Hayden and Gannon share an instant connection, but Gannon isn’t staying and Hayden isn’t keen on a broken heart. However, the universe—and maybe some holiday magic, which Gannon most definitely doesn’t believe in—has a different plan, and the men find themselves smack dab in the middle of a small-town Christmas romance.

**The Heart of St. Nick is a steamy, forced proximity, small-town M/M holiday romance with a slight age gap between a bowtie and suspender-wearing good guy and an emotionally-stunted man with a cold heart just waiting to be melted.**

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Review by Twinsie Tenise

Gannon Snow is a rather successful real estate agent from L.A. His grandfather- and last living family memeber- has passed away. Gannon must make the trip to a small midwest town full of Christmas 365 days a year, to sort through and sell his grandfather’s assets.

Hayden Green is a lifetime resident of St. Nicholas Crossing. He works part time as a teacher and the rest of the time he helps his family at the store. Hayden is content with his simple life even though it can get lonely at times.
When Hayden and Gannon meet in this perfect setting for a holiday fling, that is exactly what starts to unfold. This was a cute small town holiday romance full of egg nog, romance puns, steam, and dare I say…Christmas Magic!

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“Beneath the flames of desire, my heart beats for you.”

A collaring, a letter, a fiery blaze, and an act of redemption will leave you breathless…

Romance and intrigue mark Brie’s journey as she attends the special collaring ceremony of a dear friend and learns the truth behind Marquis Gray’s heart-rending confession.

Adventure on the high seas leads to wicked fun, while a simple letter will reveal the truth that has been kept hidden from Faelan for years. Returning to her documentary, Brie is left spellbound when she films Master Nosh’s fire play scene—one she has never seen before!

She has come into her own, rising from the ashes like a phoenix. With newfound confidence, she is about to experience the sweetest of raptures in the arms of her Condor.

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Review by Twinsie Angie

I was given this book by the author for an honest review.

I look forward to each installment of the Brie series from Red.  This story has grown so much from when I started to read it YEARS ago….like YEARS!  LOL  I feel like this book is setting up some things to come in the future.  We did move our characters along but I feel like something is coming in the next book or two!!

Brie and Sir start this book out with a surprise trip with a good friend to celebrate the future of the group and special steps their friends are making.  I was so happy with the beginning of the story.  Seeing our cast of characters so happy and moving toward their HEA’s is amazing.

OF COURSE, no book is complete without a visit from our favorite Russian making Brie forget some of the troubles in her life with the beast and Holloway.  We also have a great fantasy scene with Brie and Sir.  Which is always delicious reading but seeing Sir/Thane with his kids makes me love him even more.

I loved seeing The Wolf and the bond he and Brie have but hearing from Tono as well.

The biggest and saddest part was Grey and how devastated he is after he told us what he did at the end of the last book.  Hearing what he tells Brie and he heart right now made my heart hurt for the honorable man.

Like I said this was a good book but after what Rytsar tells us at the end when he is with Brie and Sir makes me thing big stuff is happening next book.

Review by Twinsie Melinda

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

I love when a new Brie book is released. The journey’s Brie goes on always warms my heart. Especially when all her friends are involved in them.  

This one starts off with Brie Sir and the kids being invited on a cruise for a special event for a very special friend.  Brie has a chance to get to know Master Nosh and his sub Nenove while on the cruise which ends up being a blessing for Brie and her movie.

Brie is still shook up over Marquis Grey and Holloway when our wonderful Russian Sadist “storms” the ship and whisks Brie, Sir and the kiddos away on a wonderful mini getaway that helps Brie live in the moment and forget. 

My heart aches for Grey and all he has gone through and going through. I loved catching up with Lea and Mary. Even Farlan got some much needed closure although it was hard for him. 

I love catching up on all these characters I cannot help but want to know what the next journey for Brei will be. I know it will be an emotional ride but oh what a ride it will be.  

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One bear. One human. One big, fat lie.

Justin
You’d think that with a backstory like mine, the idea of taking a mate is unbelievable. You’d be right. The only reason I’m agreeing to this entire “mates” thing is so that my mother gets off my back, my shareholders are happy, and I continue moving forward in my career. I’m the face of a multi-billion dollar company. I don’t need any scandals in my midst.

Rebecca
The offer is for one year. One year of pretending to be this guy’s mate, and then we can have a quiet divorce. He just needs his shareholders off of his back, and me? Well, I’d like to not starve to death. Only, there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Justin. He might have money and brains and incredibly good looks, but there’s a secret that lurks behind those beautiful eyes.

And I intend to find out what it is.

THE POLAR BEAR’S FAKE MATE is the first book in SHIFTERS OF RAWR COUNTY: a new shifter series from Sophie Stern. There is no cheating and a guaranteed HEA for our happy couple. You may also want to check out THE DRAGON’S CHRISTMAS TREASURE for a sneak peek at life in Rawr County!

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Review by Twinsie Melinda

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

Justin has it all looks, company, and knows how to have a good time. However, the shareholders do not like the idea of Justin being single and running the company. His mother comes up with a plan to find him a fake mate to appease everyone. Well except for Justin that is. The search is on for the fake mate he will marry and then after a year they can divorce. Once they have it narrowed down the ladies are whisked off to a remote resort to a face-to-face meeting.

Rebecca’s life is unraveling she cannot find a job and her roommate is leaving. If she doesn’t figure something out, she will be homeless before long. When she sees the ad for a temporary wife, she decides this is the adventure she needs.

When Rebecca arrives at the resort, she meets a guy in the elevator there were sparks. Justin sees Rebecca in the elevator he knows this is the one and sends the rest away. Rebecca holds back knowing Justin can break her heart. Plus, she knows he is hiding something but she cannot quite put her finger on what it is.

I enjoyed this book and cannot wait to read more of the series and learn more about these characters. There was so much going on here and the twist. Great start to a series.

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Tell us your name and then a bit about yourself.

Serenity Rayne. Wife, mother, nurse and for the last three years a writer. I write strong female main characters that don’t need to be saved. I want the next generations of women to know that no matter what we have gone through, we can over come it if we try.

When you are writing a book, which is harder? The first book in the series or the others after it?

Usually the first. I get general ideas or dreams about a new series. Getting all of the ducks in a row some days is like herding cats with a garden hose.

When writing a series how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?

I usually try to pick a topic. The Aurora Marelup Saga was about dealing with loss and chasing after a goal to completion. The Dark Angel Chronicles is about healing from years of emotional abuse and the angelic version of racism (wing color).

Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?

Not to force the words. Have a group of friends that you can talk to about whats stressing you and deal with it before burn out happens.

On a typical day, how much time do you spend writing?

honestly it depends on the day. sometimes several hours sometimes not for a few days.

Do you have a favorite character that you have written? If so, who? And what makes them so special.

Honestly, its a toss up between Kol from Once Upon a Raven and Dimitri from the Aurora Marelup Saga. Kol is an antihero and in the end he dies with the woman he loves. Dimitri, his patience and love he has for Aurora through all the different phases of their lives together.

If any of your books were to be made into a movie, who are the celebrities that would star in it? What book and who?

Lets do the angel series.
Thana- Jennifer Lawrence.
Raphael – Theo James,
Cyrus – KOSTANTINOS ARGIROS
Christian – Alec Wang
Gage- Scott Speedman
Metatron – Tom Hardy

What is your definition of success?

being happy

 What are your social links?

https://linkfly.to/SerenityRayne

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