RORY: The Lyrical Genius - J. L. Campbell Life & Music (Book #1) The Writer's Suite BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

That’s Nasira’s dilemma after she wades through Rory McGregg’s fans and sits next to him on a flight. An accomplished dancehall deejay, he’s charming, self-assured, and has a certain vibe that’s hard to resist. By the time they touch down in Jamaica, Rory has her number and a promise to see him again. The after-party she says yes to coordinating turns into a rollercoaster ride of frustration and interference, thanks to his celebrity status and bad-boy reputation.

FOREVER CARLY - Michele Sims Green Books Publishing BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Carly Rivers, a small town girl with big dreams to become a renowned expert on historical African American communities unexpectedly encounters her college sweetheart, Mason Moore, after ten years apart in Charleston, South Carolina. Mason has transformed his family’s business into an international conglomerate. Both are rising from the ashes of a failed marriage. Can Carly survive in Mason’s world of secrets, and feelings that have yet to be acknowledged? Can they rediscover the love they once shared, peeling back the layers one at a time? Or will the untold truth cost them the second chance at love they both deserve?

DANGER IN THE NEVADA DESERT - Denise N. Wheatley A West Coast Crime Story (Book#2) Harlequin Intrigue BUY Reviewer: Wayne Jordan | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

With a serial killer terrorizing her desert town, Sergeant Charlotte Bowman needs the savviest partner she can find—fast! Enter hotshot California detective Miles Love. Together Charlotte and Miles make a formidable team despite their fiery past. But with the stakes as intense as their chemistry, can the pair outwit a ruthless murderer—who might just have River Valley’s newest sergeant next in his sights?

HIS MONTANA STAR - Shirley Hailstock Harlequin Heartwarming BUY (23 May) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Piper Logan’s career has stalled. After the rising Hollywood stunt rider is shunned for a crew member’s injury, she returns to her family ranch to regroup. When her irritating neighbor, engineer Caleb Masters, helps her figure out what went wrong with the accident, Piper admits they make a great team. But maybe not a lasting one—they’re both planning to leave Montana. So love is definitely not in the script…or is it?

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OH SO WRONG WITH MR. RIGHT - Nadine Gonzalez Texas Cattleman's Club: The Wedding (Book #5) Harlequin Desire BUY Reviewer: Shirley Fleming |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Commitment-shy photojournalist Sasha Ramos was the latest in her family’s long history of runaway brides. Now her sister’s wedding has her reeling. So much that she asks risk-taking businessman Nikola Williams to be her plus-one—and to fake a romance for her sister’s paparazzi. Nik agrees, but it will take a Texas-sized miracle—and one determined bachelor—to get this guarded, headstrong beauty to follow her heart before she loses it all!

A SUITABLE WIFE - Unoma Nwankwor Away To Africa (Book #3) KevStel Publications BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A+ CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

He has what she desires. She is who he requires. Jidenna Kalu has sworn off love after the death of his wife, determined not to go through that pain again. He’s focused on being a good father to his daughter, Uju, while still making waves in the art world. When she starts acting out, his mother and grandmother decide it’s time to intervene. With their own plan to find Jidenna a suitable wife of their choosing.

	DYING WITHOUT YOU - Stephanie Nicole Norris The Clarks of Northshire Bend (Book #3) Love Is A Drug Ink BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Homeland Security Officer Langston Jamal Clark has a reputation for being resilient. However, after a devastating breakup shatters his heart, Langston finds himself struggling to pick up the pieces. When he thinks he's lost his chance at love, he meets Lisa Sharpton, a fiery singer with a voice of honey and a heart full of passion.

	SLICK - Aja The Enigma Series (Book #3) She Loves Words Publishing BUY (25 June) Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Sarai "Slick" Lewis is the princess of the family with the most to learn. Sarai is known to be the loose cannon: explosive & unpredictable. The truth is that only she can save herself, but love can help.

BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT - Nyora René Harris Sisters (Book #2) Independently Publshed BUY Reviewer: Kwana Swain |  Rating: B+ CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Ruby Harris was at the top of her game at the law firm she worked at. She had an impeccable winning record and was on the fast track to making her partner. She did everything right...except that night five years ago when she decided to throw caution to the wind and do something naughty for a change to celebrate passing the bar exam. That night her world was rocked by a man named Maurice...only that wasn't his real name.ocked by a man named Maurice...only that wasn't his real name.