ACCIDENTAL SWEETHEARTS - Joy Avery A Honey Hill Novel (Book #3) Word Joy Press BUY Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Honey Hill residents have enough to gossip about without Happi Daniels and Sebastian Charles adding their drama to the mix. However, when details of their accidental Vegas nuptials are made known, the hairstylist and home renovation expert become the talk of the town. Outside forces are hard at work to ensure Happi and Sebastian find the happily ever after neither are looking for. But will it be enough to ensure the two remain one?

HER SECRET BILLIONAIRE - Yahrah St. John Six Gems (Book #2 Harlequin Desire BUY Reviewer:  Cheryl McNeil | Rating: B CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Chef Egypt Cox is flattered when a handsome stranger raves about her restaurant. But before their sizzling attraction can ignite, he’s attacked—and left with amnesia! Egypt still doesn’t know who Garrett is, but their chemistry is off the charts…as are the nights he spends in her bed. But when Egypt discovers her mystery lover is none other than corporate shark Garrett Forrester—and his secrets may threaten their newfound connection...

THE DUTCHESS EFFECT - Tracey Livesay Avon Books BUY (11 July) Reviewer:  | Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Jameson and Dani’s love story has made them the most popular royals since Prince John, but that popularity comes with a price. Dani looks forward to signing the deal with a major cosmetics company that will make her skin care line, Mela-Skin, a force in the industry, and finally grant her the control over her life she’s craved since childhood. But the company wants to take advantage of their fame and involve Jameson in Mela-Skin’s marketing campaign. Dani is outraged! Her company has nothing to do with Jameson.

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BACKLASH - Iris Bolling A Nate Reigns Novel (Book #2) Siri Austin Entertainment BUY Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell | Rating: A++ MYSTERY

Detective Nate Reigns and Federal Prosecutor, Skylar uncover proof that an organization, P.I.E, is responsible for a variety of deaths. P.I.E.’s evil agenda has national implications. They must be stopped; however, the P.I.E organization is more powerful than anticipated. The organization have infiltrated the police department, the Commonwealth Attorney’s office, and the local judicial system. To make matters worse, Nate discovers, their reach extends to the United States Congress. It is up to Nate to expose and prove their evil intent.

ABOUT LAST NIGHT - Synithia Williams Peachtree Cover (Book #0.5) Canary Street Press BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Single mom Joanne Wilson’s dream is finally coming true. After years of struggling, she’s opening up her own beauty salon and her stress levels are through the roof. So when her little brother flakes out on helping her prepare for the grand-opening party, she’s about to snap…until he sends Devante, his best friend, in his place. Love ’em and leave ’em—that’s what they say about Devante, and drama is the last thing Joanne needs right now. So why, after just one touch, is her heart racing?

SECOND TIME'S THE CHARM - Brenda Jackson Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws (Book #5) Harlequin Desire BUY Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Part-time rancher and world-renowned musician Dylan Emanuel never forgot his college romance with Charm Outlaw. Nor the pain of their sudden break-up and her father’s demands to stay away. So when they cross paths on vacation, Dylan can’t resist inviting her to his ranch—and Charm can’t resist a little seductive payback. But sun-soaked days melt into fiery nights, leaving Charm caught by her own desire. Will revenge lead to a second chance…or the truth about what really happened the first time around?

PLAYING WITH DANGER - Deborah Fletcher Mello The Sorority Detectives (Book #1) Harlequin Romantic Suspense BUY Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell | Rating: A ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

When a young woman is found in a Louisiana swamp, police detective King Randolph finds his investigation hindered by private investigator Lenore Martin. He’s loath to share this murder investigation with such a problematic person. But despite mutual distrust, they forge a combative alliance. Soon, as more bodies drop, heat rises between the partners. And grave danger threatens from every corner of New Orleans.

QUEEN OF EXILES - Vanessa Riley William Morrow BUY Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell | Rating: HISTORICAL FICTION

Acclaimed historical novelist Vanessa Riley is back with another novel based on the life of an extraordinary Black woman from history: Haiti’s Queen Marie-Louise Coidavid, who escaped a coup in Haiti to set up her own royal court in Italy during the Regency era, where she became a popular member of royal European society. The Queen of Exiles is Marie-Louise Christophe, wife and then widow of Henry I, who ruled over the newly liberated Kingdom of Hayti in the wake of the brutal Haitian Revolution.

UNFORGETTABLE TIME - Tiye Unforgettable (Book #6) Independently published BUY Reviewer:  | Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

All retired NFL star Nasir St. Cyr wants is to be respected more than for his athletic talent on the field. To be seen as more than a fatherless boy with a troubled past. To be seen as a man who can lead a city. And to not lose the only woman he's ever loved. All single parent Regina Hargrove wants is to be respected as a hard-working woman. To be seen as worthy of walking by Nasir's side. To not be judged for her choices and past mistakes. And to be totally owned by the only man she craves but doesn't entirely trust.