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	THE REBEL HEIR - Niobia Bryant Harlequin Desire BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
He’ll take it to the bedroom…The rebel of the wealthy Cress dynasty, chef Cole Cress, has only one rule: never fall in love. But the heat that keeps sizzling between Cole and his delectable fellow chef, Jillian Rossi, is irresistible—dangerously so. Because Jillian comes from a different world, and the Cress family will do whatever it takes to extinguish this blaze…even if Cole gets burned.

THE LAST LITTLE SECRET - Zuri Day Sin City Secrets (Book #4) Harlequin Desire BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Is she willing to risk it all for one more night with the boss? Thanks to a year-long hiatus, interior designer Samantha Price is desperate for a new project. But the only client she can land is Nick Breedlove, a former one-night stand who’s dominated her fantasies ever since! The real estate billionaire agrees their partnership is strictly professional—even as his flirting promises more. If Sam gives in to their passion…will Nick learn the truth about their baby son?

A LOWCOUNTRY BRIDE - Preslaysa Williams Harper Collins/Avon Books BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  Shirley Fleming |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Maya Jackson has worked for Laura Whitcomb, Inc, a renowned New York City bridal gown brand for years and dreams of becoming Head Designer. She has the talent, she just needs a chance to showcase her unique style. Due to an illness, she’s always prioritized her career over her personal life until Maya’s father fractures his hip and she returns to Charleston, SC. While home for only a few months, she’s thrilled to find an opportunity at the local bridal gown boutique, never expecting sparks to fly with its owner...

A FAMILY FOR THE FIREFIGHTER  Jacquelin Thomas Polk Island (Book #1) Harlequin Heartwarming BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Firefighter Leon Rothchild had endured his share of grief. Still, honor compelled him to look after his late friend’s ex-wife and daughter. Though it was obvious the lovely Misty Brightwater could take care of herself, she welcomed Leon into her three-year-old’s life. Their family was a marvelous glimpse into the warmth of the one he’d lost and desperately missed. And perhaps it was the push he needed to risk everything again.

NIGHT AND DAY - Delaney Diamond Quicksand (Book #4) Garden Avenue Press BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  Cheryl McNeil |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

When Tamika Jones arrives at the apartment, she expects to find her boyfriend, the money he stole, and the woman he cheated on her with. Instead, she finds Anton Bevins, a young attorney, who’s good-looking, bewildered by her appearance, and also a victim. Anton doesn’t know what to think of the baseball-bat-wielding firebrand who disturbed his weekend rest. But somehow he gets sucked into her charms. After one night together, he can’t get her off his mind.

	THE TORN PRINCE - Zee Monodee Royal House of Saene (Book #4) Love Africa Press BUY (28 May) Reviewer: Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Prince Zediah ‘Zed’ Saene is the sensitive and solemn kind. Nothing shakes him from his solid rock persona. Until the day he crosses paths with Rio, a woman who inflames his body, scorches his heart, and burns his soul to cinders. His passionate love for her is strong enough to move mountains. Then tragedy strikes back home, and he is forced to exit her life without a goodbye.

	THE SWEETEST CHARADE - Jadesola James Harlequin Carina Press BUY (22 June) Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Delysia Daniels didn’t intend any of this. Accidentally tagging the wrong person in a slightly racy photo could have happened to anyone. But when the slipup gains her thousands of followers and a much-needed opportunity, she takes full advantage. Fake dating an uptight history professor complete with the proverbial stiff upper lip will raise both their profiles, if she can just get him to agree.

	REEL - Kennedy Ryan Hollywood Renaissance (Book #1) Scribechick Media BUY (8 June) Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell |  Rating:  A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
One moment in the spotlight...For months I stood by, an understudy waiting in the wings, preparing for my time to shine. I never imagined he would watch in the audience that night. Canon Holt. Famous film director. Fascinating. Talented. Fine. Before I could catch my breath, everything changed...

REDEMPTION ON RIVERS RANCH - Kathy Douglass Sweet Brier Sweethearts (Book #9) Harlequin Special Edition BUY (1 June) Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Horse rancher Carson Rivers has his own emotional demons. There’s no place in his life for a divorced single mom pulling at his heartstrings. But when Gabriella Tucker and her adorable children move next door—the place of her favorite childhood memories—Carson’s tempted to help the heart-guarded beauty make more adult memories. Maybe Gabriella and her kids are the healing balm he’s been yearning for…

	WHAT SHE DESERVES - Delaney Diamond Quicksand (Book #5) Garden Avenue Press BUY (25 June) Reviewer:  Cheryl McNeil |  Rating: B+ CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Layla Fleming may miss the toe-curling nights between the sheets with Rashad Greene, but it took a long time for her heart to heal. So when she sees the cocky playboy years later, she ignores his advances and moves on. With the first glimpse, Rashad knows he must have Layla back in his bed, but he still holds a dark secret and worries the chemistry between them will fizzle if she knew the truth.

	LOVE'S SWEET SURRENDER - Sheryl Lister Sassy Seasoned Sisters (Book #2) Sl Books BUY (17 June) Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
The moment divorcée Maxine Richardson crosses paths with Christian Davis, sparks fly in more ways than one. She's stunned by the intense attraction between her and the aggravating man, and is determined to fight it, even if he is fine as wine. However, beneath his gruff exterior is a man whose kiss awakens Max's deepest desires and entices her with a passion she can't resist.

HOOKED ON YOU - Reon Laudat Mistywood Lane (Book #4) Independently Published BUY (17 June) Reviewer:  Brenda Larnell |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Mistywood Lane neighbors Preston Holmes and Zoe Rollins have been besties since the epitome of friendship meant sharing your Pokéman bubblegum cards. Now Zoe is engaged to school teacher/up-and-coming assemblage artist Dante Gregory. Bucking the norm has been her style, so of course, she sidesteps a traditional wedding party. Dante will have his best man while Zoe taps Preston as her all-purpose “best dude.”

	TRAINING GIA - Nana Prah Rose Gold Press BUY (28 May) Reviewer: Cheryl McNeil |  Rating: B+ CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Gia Baxter never asked for a personal trainer, yet a former UFC champion is exactly what she got. Determined to make the best of it and shed the pounds she gained from stress eating, she dives into training. As they get to know each other, sparks between them become difficult to ignore and Gia's need to discover whatever Lamar is hiding grows stronger.