Best of 2022

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CLAIMING KEATON'S SANTUARY
Sherelle Green















MONICA
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IT’S NOT THE HOOKUP, IT’S THE CHASE
Niama Simone
Nine years ago, Monica Connor and Andre Campos were college sweethearts. They thought they would be together forever, but that was not meant to be. Monica, a social media influencer, entered into a contract to promote Chamber enterprises’ new restaurant, and Andre is a silent partner in the company.  The pages of the book sizzle each time Monica and Andre are working on the project together. I love this second chance romance with a sexy couple, and I highly recommend it. READ REVIEW HERE.
Readers know Keaton as the Crowne family Lawyer who spends most of her time on the right side of the law. Ms. Green describes her as a beast in the courtroom and vixen in the bedroom. She is also the mastermind behind Black Lush Entertainment. We’ve heard about Voshon Carrington throughout the Crowne Legacy series. He may have finally found his person for life, strictly based on personality match, strong sexual chemistry and passion. This book is packed with plenty of heat. It’s also rounded out by a family issue that finally boils over. I highly recommended CLAIMING KEATON’S SANCTUARY, which earned an AWARD OF MERIT. READ REVIEW HERE.
The fun Young family series continues with IT’S NOT THE HOOKUP, IT’S THE CHASE. Dexter Young has been close with his best friend’s sister, Charlye, since they were kids. He’s been “friend zoned” for years. Charlye Burke is a master electrician, and a beautiful woman inside and out. Unfortunately, she grew up in a family thinking she wasn’t good enough. Despite her insecurities, Dex thinks she is perfect. At some point during a family celebration, things take a turn in a different direction. Dex is one of those hero’s that makes the reader swoon. This is “friends to lovers” at its best, and I highly recommend it.  READ THE REVIEW HERE.