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A RISK WORTH TAKING - Darby Baham The Friendship Chronicles (Book #6) Harlequin Special Edition BUY Reviewer: Cheryl McNeil | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

After years of failed romances, Giselle Lewis has decided to play it safe. She’s given up on getting swept off her feet or falling head over heels. These days, she’d much rather keep her feet on the ground as she tiptoes cautiously into love with someone sensible. Someone reliable and predictable. Someone who definitely isn't Brandon Clark, her friend and secret crush. Taking a chance on something more with Brandon could end in disaster, ruining their friendship. On the other hand…turning her back on all they could have together might be the biggest risk of all.

THE SOLDIER'S K-9 COMPANION - Belle Calhoune K-9 Companions (Book #35) Harlequin Love Inspired BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE (Inspirational)

Struggling with PTSD, retired Navy SEAL Luke Adams hopes getting a service dog will help him finally get his life back. Fortunately, his best friend’s sister, Destiny Johnson, runs a K-9 farm where she trains service dogs. When Destiny pairs him up with an Alaskan husky named Java and teaches him how to bond with the sweet pup, he realizes that he and Destiny have more in common than he thought. With their friendship growing into something deeper, can a dedicated K-9 help them both face their trauma…and come out stronger together?

A PROMISE OF FOREVER - Sheryl Lister Hachette Forever BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Terri Rhodes loves her husband—when he’s actually present. Their whirlwind marriage was a steamy fairy tale for about a year. They moved to Firefly Lake, made amazing friends . . . but over time, Jon’s legal practice and Terri’s work as an ER nurse have turned them into ships passing in the night. What she wouldn’t give to connect with Jon the way they used to before the long hours and unexpected tragedy broke both their hearts.

MASTERS OF THE GAME - Colton: Brenda Jackson Bennett & Masters Madaris Publishing BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

For triplets, Cortez, Colton, and Cobra Masters, when something happens to one, it starts a chain reaction with the other two. However, when Cortez falls in love and gets married, Colton and Cobra decide that's where the domino effect ends. Colton prefers short-term relationships. However, for Cobra, no-strings-attached affairs suit him just fine. Colton and Cobra are die-hard bachelors and masters of the game'. But for how long?

	DARING TO LOVE YOU - Sharon C. Cooper Priestly Family (Book #3) Amaris Publishing BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Lynix Mathews knows Dorian Priestly is the woman for him, but she won’t give him a chance to prove it. His man whore reputation doesn’t help. Even his millionaire father is demanding he settle down—by pushing Lynix towards an arranged marriage. But that’s never going to happen. Not when Lynix's heart beats for Dorian only. He’ll have her or no one.

HER GREATEST FAN - Patricia Sargeant Brooklyn Monarchs (Book #6) Mediopolis Communications BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

In the game of love, he’s her greatest fan… Brooklyn Monarchs point guard Barron Douglass put himself on the injured list last season to get control of his alcohol addiction. He cheered from the sidelines while the team earned its first NBA championship in franchise history. This season, Barron’s determined to be on the court, helping the team win its first-ever back-to-back titles. But can he handle the playoff stress without it triggering his drinking?

JAGUAR - Iris Bolling The Next Generation (Book #2) Siri Austin Entertainment BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

FBI Agent Elliott Thompson has been given an assignment he never anticipated would be so challenging: protecting Calley Rippatoe, a sensationally talented cellist who captivates every man she meets. Calley’s allure isn’t just her beauty or her ability to play the cello with unmatched passion; it’s her spirit that makes her a magnet for both admiration and danger. Then there is the cello, Emilia. No, it’s not just an instrument—it’s her promise to her late great-grandfather, and nothing will make her part with Emilia, not even the threat to her life. The only thing more dangerous than the threats around them is the chemistry between them…

ROUNDS - Monica Walters Love In Scrubs (Book #2) Independently Published BUY (22 August) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Being a doctor is Glover Israel’s passion. He tends to his patients like they are his children and takes pride in providing excellent care. He doesn’t have a good reputation among hospital staff, because he requires the same level of service from them toward his patients as well. Having to financially take care of his paraplegic father leaves little time for much of anything outside of work. The only things he can seem to find time for are carnal pleasures. He’s not looking for a relationship or anything close to love. So, he makes his rounds through potential candidates at will . . . until he literally bumps into Delaney Boutté.

CRASH - C. Monet Love In Scrubs (Book #1) Independently Published BUY (8 August) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Sametra Andrews knows how to run into burning buildings, but facing her own emotions has been a harder fight. For seventeen years, the devoted single mother and fearless firefighter has kept life simple: protect her son, avoid heartbreak, and never depend on a man to show up. But one rainy night shatters that plan. After a devastating car crash leaves her son Samaj hospitalized, Sametra meets Dr. Malik Holloway, a fine physical therapist with Alabama roots, healing hands, and an energy that disarms her defenses without even trying.