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DESIGNS ON A RANCHER - LaQuette Texas Cattleman's Club: The Wedding (Book #2) Harlequin Desire BUY Reviewer: Cheryl McNeil |  Rating: B+ CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Keely Tucker knows designing a showstopping wedding dress for a movie starlet is the career-making opportunity of a lifetime. But Jacob Chatman has sent her focus into a tailspin! When a blackout leaves her stranded with a rancher she can’t resist, their passion practically sets the sheets on fire. Jacob admires her drive…but is their hookup worth Keely risking her hard-earned ambitions for a life in Texas?

AFTER THE LIGHTS GO DOWN - Donna Hill Harlequin Desire BUY Reviewer: Shirley Fleming | Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

It’s lights, camera, scandal when competing morning show anchors Layne Davis and Paul Waverly set their sights on the same promotion. Yet sizzling looks and smoking hot kisses are proving more distracting than the competition itself. Paul has always been the object of Layne’s desires, and now’s her chance to close the deal. But will a future with Paul mean sacrificing her dream of having both a successful career and love?

	KISS ME - Sharon C. Cooper Irresistible Husband Amaris Publishing BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell  |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Chief financial officer Chase Kennedy has always lived life on the edge until he almost died a year ago in a car crash. He now realizes life is too fragile to keep taking it for granted. That’s why he proposed marriage to his best friend, Wynter Garrett. He’s in love with her, but she refuses to see him as more than a friend.

	WINNING HIS TRUST - Toni Shiloh Harlequin Love Inspired BUY (24 January) Reviewer:  |  Rating: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE (Inspirational)
Returning home after a bad breakup, Jordan Wood is eager to prove she can run her family’s store. Setting up a partnership with Declan Porter’s struggling adventure business might do the trick. But the handsome single dad is set in his ways-in business and in love. Can winning his-and his son’s-heart help them all heal?

MARRY ME - Delaney Diamond Irresistible Husband Garden Avenue Press BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell  |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Vow renewal planner, Lorna Kessler, sees the beauty of love every day in her work. Life is short, and she believes when you find someone to love, you should jump in with both feet. Divorce party planner, Reginald Knight, sees the ugliness of divorce every day in his work. After reconnecting with Lorna-an old college acquaintance-he has no doubt that she’s a special woman. He believes, however, in taking his time instead of rushing and making a big mistake.

	DANGER IN MAUI - R. Barri Flowers Hawaii C I (Book #4) Harlequin Intrigue BUY (21 February) Reviewer:  |  Rating ROMANTIC SUSPENSE
In Hawaii to research a mass murder, Daphne Dockery seeks out the lead detective on the case. Kenneth Kealoha is glad to help-and eager to get to know her better. They’re exploring their instant connection when Daphne realizes that she’s being followed. Has an obsessed fan tracked her to the island, or has the monster Ken is hunting chosen her as his next victim?

CHOOSE ME - Sheryl Lister Irresistible Husband SL Books BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell  |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Since his engagement crashed and burned, Xavier Fuller wonders if marriage and a family are what he really wants anymore. Instead, he buries himself in work and taking his family's trucking company to the next level. Yet, one encounter with beautiful Zena Henderson reawakens something inside him, and fortunately, the attraction isn't one-sided. Each sensual kiss draws them closer and Xavier is determined to show her that he's the only man for her, now and forever.

	SOME KIND OF LOVE - Elle Wright Smoke and Burn (Book #1) Elle Writes Books BUY Reviewer: Cheryl McNeil |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
Returning home after a bad breakup, Jordan Wood is eager to prove she can run her family’s store. Setting up a partnership with Declan Porter’s struggling adventure business might do the trick. But the handsome single dad is set in his ways-in business and in love. Can winning his-and his son’s-heart help them all heal?

IGNITING HIS OBSESSION - Stephanie Nicole Norris The Clarks of Northshire Bend (Book #2) Independently Published BUY Reviewer: Brenda Larnell  |  Rating: A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Special Agent Tristan Neil Clark has been with the FBI for over a decade, and he's known for his sharp investigative skills and unwavering dedication to his job. But there's one thing that terrifies him more than any criminal: falling in love. Tristan’s past heartbreak still haunts him, and he's convinced that he's not meant for love. That is, until he meets the popular singer, Chelsea Bellamy, who saved his life during their impromptu meeting.