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The scent of sunbaked dirt and salty popcorn, the thunder of hooves pounding the earth.
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Time to spread the love with my 6TH ANNUAL BEST BOOK COUPLES LIST!
At the bottom of this page check out which book couple from my list who was chosen by you as the 2017's Ultimate Best Book Couple!
Standards to being a Best Book Couple :
A book couple who Jess thoroughly enjoyed reading about this past year (from February 2016 - January 2017)
Jess had to have rated their novel/novella 3.5 stars or higher
♥ means that I gave the couple's novel a 5 star rating
-- These books are listed in no particular order. --
-- Read more about the novel (and a teaser or two) that each couple is in by clicking their title links. --
-- To find out who were on my previous lists check out the links at the bottom of this page. --
ALSO -- Be sure to check out the Giveaway at the bottom of this post!! [Giveaway will run from February 14 - 19, 2017] --
Leigh & Ian[from "Let Us Prey" [Wild Operatives Series, Book 2] by Vivienne Savage]: Even though when Ian first sees Leigh he recognizes her as his mate, it was the gradual way they went about getting into a relationship that made me really like them as a couple.
Maggie (Margaret) & Camden[from "Masquerade" [Scandalous Ballroom Encounters Series, Book 1] by Victoria Vale]: Maggie is a fun character, sweet yet daring, understands her position in life but willing to take a chance. I found her very cool. Then throw Camden at her and WOW, the words burn off the pages because of the passion between them.
Olivia & Joseph[from "The Sheikh's American Daughter" by Kate Goldman]: I enjoyed the push-and-pull relationship that Olivia has with Joseph. I liked how he won her over even when she never really gave in.
Emma & Cameron (Cam)[from "The Bad Boy's Baby" [Hope Springs Series, Book 3] by Cindi Madsen]: As a family Cam, Emma, and Zoey were as cute as can be. While Cam & Emma worked well together and seeing their relationship grow delighted me. It was easy to root for them.
Amanda (Mandy) & Dustin[from "Love in Bloom" by Delilah Devlin]: They are cute and captivating in their sweet erotic romance! I wish I could have read more about them.
Eve (Nesiah) & West[from "Shadow of a Girl" by Shannon Greenland]: I loved the innocent passion Eve shares with West... They were/are meant for one another!! I LOVE them together as they match up so well. ♥
Ainsley & Zane[from "Bump in the Night" by Dakota Rebel]: I LOVED Ainsley’s relationship with both Zane and Kate! Zane seemed like Ainsley’s perfect half, plus he’s described as a handsome vampire who was also sweet and charming, while Kate was just a sweet girl who Ainsley and Zane unintentionally grew to love and wanted the best for her future.
Rayna & Kabril[from "King of Prey" [King of Prey Series, Book 1] by Mandy M. Roth]: Together they were a unique pair, a pair that becomes a united front against anyone wanting to separate them while bringing out a lightheartedness into each other’s lives.
Mary & Eric[from "The Governess Was Wanton" [The Governess Series, Book 2] by Julia Kelly]: They were perfect for one another. And how Mary just seemed to fit into Eric and his daughter's lives was so seamless that it only took putting down "the rival" to make everything work for them. ♥
Rachel & Adrian (Noah/Hawk)[from "Hawk's Revenge" [Lone Pine Pride Series, Book 3] by Vivi Andrews]: Sizzling, hot, and passionate. Their relationship sets this novel one cut above the rest with the dynamic ways these two came back together. I’m amazed by how it all worked out for them! ♥
Chloe & Michael[from "Bedded Bliss" [Found in Oblivion Series, Book 1] by Cari Quinn & Taryn Elliott]: I loved how Michael pretty much worshipped Chloe. I mean they might not have known each other that well before Vegas but I loved how their relationship came together and how Michael was determined to make a go of them together no matter what. ♥
Alexandra (Alex), Zain (Darkness), Darren & Tork[from "Her Stepbrothers Are Demons" by Trinity Blacio]: Alex is a strong-willed woman with a soft heart, which makes her the perfect counterpart to Zain (Darkness), Darren, & Tork's restless "demonic" ways.
Dara & Matthew (Matt)[from "The Virgin Cowboy Billionaire’s Secret Baby" by Lauren Gallagher]: Watching them fall in love without realizing it was happening was pretty special. Also, I appreciated how the arguments in their novel were between everyone else yet not between them. No that doesn't mean that they had the "perfect" lives/relationship, but it showed how committed they were to each other; it was them against everyone else. So sweet!! ♥
Claire & Adam[from "Prodigal" [Maelstrom Chronicles, Book 3] by Jody Wallace]: I enjoyed how prickly Claire was, with her being her vivacious-self. I loved how Adam seemed to calm her down in a way to make her see the “bigger picture” of it all while opening up her heart too.
Lindi & Kade[from "Under Her Skin" [Shifter Shield Series, Book 1] by Margo Bond Collins]: As their were-animals are sworn enemies, finding that Kade happens to be Lindi biggest ally is intriguing in more ways than one. Then add in their combative attraction seems to set the pages on fire and me wanting to read more about this dynamic duo. ♥
Astrid & The Duke of Montford (Montford, Monty, Cyril)[from "The Duke's Holiday" [Regency Romp Trilogy, Book 1] by Maggie Fenton]: While finding out how their backstories had interesting similarities was charmingly fated, in a way. It was both of their underlying sweetness to others (at least to those who mattered) that I couldn’t help but enjoy.
Kate (Katie) & Syon (The Marquis)[from "Rock Me Two Times" [Rock Band Series, Book 1] by Dawn Ryder]: *happy sigh* Intense seems to be the word for this couple’s book review and it goes perfectly for this couple too. They are combustible. ♥
Risa & Linc (Lincoln)[from "Caged Magic" [Wing Slayer Hunters Series, Book 5] by Jennifer Lyon]: Together they steamed up the pages of this novel and kept me wanting to read even more about their growing relationship. I was envious and smitten by what they shared together.
Abby & Nathan[from "Abby and the Cute One" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 5] by Erin Butler]: Their relationship is written in a way that is so sweet I felt like saying, “Awwww,” within most of their scenes. It has that sweet romance teen factor that can charm you from the beginning and leaves you wanting more.
Chloe & Ryan[from "Once Upon a Power Play" [Risky Business Series, Book 2] by Jennifer Bonds]: Ryan and Chloe MADE me sit down and notice them. With Chloe’s flare and Ryan’s All-American Boy sweetness, I couldn’t stop being emotionally invested in this novel, laughing one moment and getting teary eyed during the deep scenes. ♥
Rebekah & Joshua[from "An Amish Match" [Amish Hearts Series, Book 2] by Jo Ann Brown]: I found Joshua and Rebekah’s relationship to be a sweet hesitant romance that was enjoyable to witness as their love grew for one another. They captivated me with their love story. I’m so happy they got together!
Abigail (Abi) & Elijah (Eli)[from "Breaking Him" by Sherilee Gray]: It was so SWEET how Elijah handled Abigail, he's definitely a gentle giant at least when it comes to her.
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Prizes : THREE WINNERS will WIN either a $25 Amazon GC Giveaway and ONE of TWO Author Surprise Packages!!
TEASER TUESDAYS is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just share a teaser from a novel you've previously read or are currently reading!
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SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
Grab the novel/novella your currently reading or previously read
Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue
Share the SECOND sentence from that page
Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want
In her hand was a glass of whiskey and coke, the perfect ending to what had turned out to be one of the worst weeks she'd had in a long time.
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TEASER TUESDAYS is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just share a teaser from a novel you've previously read or are currently reading!
PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT to share either the link to your own TEASER TUESDAY post or share the sentence in a comment here (if you don’t have a blog). YOUR BOOK TEASER DOES NOT NEED TO BE IN A PICTURE ... JUST WRITE IT OUT AND SHARE!! π π ❄️ Thank You! ❄️ ❤️ π
SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
Grab the novel/novella your currently reading or previously read
Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue
Share the SECOND sentence from that page
Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want
John's friends rallied around him, crowding on either side, but however supportive they might be, John would be the only one climbing into the roped-off ring.
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- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 354; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1400 KB | Expected Release Date: December 6, 2016 | Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca | Obtained: NetGalley
"Sweet Southern Bad Boy" [Harmony Homecomings Series, Book 3] by Michele Summers
Author's Book Description :Katie McKnight loves her job. Not really. But Katie loves her dad and this job means everything to him. Which is why she's scouting for the perfect house to film a mini-series…and that house happens to be in Harmony, NC. Now if only Katie can convince the grouchy, disheveled but totally hunky owner his home is perfect for the next teen craze, she’ll be in business.
Bestselling author, Vance Kerner has lost his mind along with his loafers and the notes to his next novel, under dirty dishes in his kitchen. Since babysitting his brother’s three kids, Vance hasn’t found a moments peace. So when California Katie knocks on his door, Vance doesn’t stop to ask questions. He simply yanks her inside and puts her in charge.
Katie agrees to babysit, if Vance allows her film crew access to his property. Vance agrees to keep an open mind as long as he gets the peace he needs to write.
But having Katie underfoot is anything but peaceful. And Vance is finding less and less time to write and more and more time to watch Katie weave a lovely spell on all the Kerners...especially him.
Can these two opposites find a common ground and the love they both deserve?
My Book Review :4 out of 5 stars!! Katie (Kathryn) has been called a free-spirit most of her life, though the term wasn’t one of endearment and it was something she always tried to curb because of her parents domineering ways. Therefore, when she meets Vance it is under the guise of trying to have him sign a contract so she’ll have the rights to use his house and land in one of her father’s upcoming movie productions as an attempt to get into good light with her Dad. Yet what seems so simple at first, turns into controlled chaos when Vance and Katie get into another arrangement all together. Now with their lives pushed together, they find shared common ground, shared passions, but what will happen with them once their deadline arrives and their arrangement ends? Will they find that being together is truly where their hearts are at, or is moving on best for the both of them?
An unexpected delight that knocked me out of left field. I had been hearing about this novel non-stop for a while, and because I really enjoyed Ms. Summers’ "Not So New In Town" (Book 2), I was excited to check this novel out too. Yet though it had the charming dynamic, I anticipated from a Ms. Summers novel I was surprised when the plot hits you sideways and takes you on a ride that you didn’t foresee coming. All in all, after the paced picked up after the beginning, I became enchanted with this story of “women power” and having Katie find that true family is one who cares for you no matter what, even if they aren’t blood related.
Although I say all of that, Pirate Man and California Cupcake, i.e. Vance and Katie REALLY steal the show. It’s not just their instant attraction or the way they ARE the main characters, I mean they both have a vivacious quality about them they was compelling to read about; even during times when I struggled reading through parts. In addition, I liked how both Vance and Katie turned around their circumstances, which from my perspective made them both very powerful characters. It doesn’t hurt that they are just perfect for one another … I mean … come on. π
What also sealed the deal for this novel, for me, was being back in Harmony, North Carolina. It has a crazy cast of characters, yes, but you cannot help but wish you could find a way to visit all of them too. PLUS, the updates on the previous characters were fun too!
Overall, I recommend this novel to those who are fans of the Harmony Homecomings Series, fans of Ms. Summers, and/or are looking for a quirky contemporary romance!
Vance got busy scribbling his information on a piece of scrap paper. "I'm actually pretty good with kids," she said, smiling, hoping to reassure him---and herself---as he handed her the paper. "You, on the other hand, have the handwriting of a psychopath," she murmured, trying to make out his chicken scratch. "Is that a five or an eight?" ~ within Chapter 1
Katie held her breath, wondering how she'd ended up here. And when she meant here, she meant inside this beautiful but oh-so-masculine bedroom with Harmony's hottie playboy standing so close she only had to sway a half inch and her back would be touching his well-defined front. Holy cliffhanger. ~ within Chapter 6
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"Fall With Me" [Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 2] by Jayne Frost
Author's Book Description :
As the bassist for the band Caged, the last three years have been one, long non-stop party. Sure, I’ve had some regrets. Everyone does. But getting trapped in a relationship isn’t one of them. I know good and well what happens when the attraction fades. I’ve seen it first hand. Love is a zero sum game, so why play? As long as I’m upfront about my feelings, no one gets hurt. Besides, I’m never in one place long enough to worry about tomorrow.
That is, until the band decided to take an extended hiatus in our hometown. That’s when I met Melody Sullivan. She’s the full-package. Whip smart and beautiful, with enough determination to take on anything life has in store. And the best part? Melody shares my philosophy on the fleeting nature of attraction. She doesn’t buy into the whole “happily ever after” crap anymore than I do. We’re perfect for each other. For now. And now is all I want.
With the expectations off the table, I can let my guard down and enjoy her company until the spark dies. And we both know it will. In a week, or a month. But until then, we’ll just keep having fun. The good kind, with lots of sex and no strings attached. And when it’s time to move on, we will. No drawn out goodbyes and no remorse.
That’s the plan, at least.
My Book Review :4.5 out of 5 stars!! During an “inconspicuous” visit to a local burger joint, Christian, the bassist for the famous rock band Caged, meets Melody (Mel). Their meeting is very unceremonious (except the fact that Melody gets fired) but when they unexpectedly meet up again at a local college’s science library their shared interests spark a fire in one another that explodes into something more. Yet even though they both know the score, will they want to give one another up when the time comes to finally go their separate ways?
This is a heartwarming tale. π It kept me intrigued from the very beginning with the grouchy Minnie Mouse and silly Batman, then even more so with the way Christian became undoubtingly hooked on Melody and her snarky ways. In addition, I loved the way Ms. Frost integrated the other important secondary characters from her Sixth Street Bands Series into “Fall With Me” giving us fun updates while letting us get more info about some characters we still are learning about.
What sealed my enjoyment about this novel the most was Melody and Christian, of course. From how they shared the same intellectual passions to how they never let their different living situations bother them to how they ended up truly caring for one another … I was enchanted! Christian and Melody are such a great pair that I wish I could get to read more about them somehow. Their novel is a “nerdy” rockstar romance and they make it just so sweet.
I recommend it to those who are fans of Ms. Frost and/or are looking for a unique spicy contemporary rockstar romance.
-- On a side note --
Also, though it’s part of a series this novel can be read as a standalone too. π
"There's really no excuse for you, sweetheart," I deadpanned. Sweetheart? I wasn't sure if she had a heart---sweet or otherwise. But she damn sure tasted sweet. Cherry lip balm lingered on my lips from the searing kiss, the memory of her velvet tongue sending a tingle to the base of my spine.
Seizing the moment, and her blessed silence, I slid my hand into hers. "You're rude, arrogant, and presumptuous, just like I said. But you're also kind of cute. So I guess I'll let you buy me a cup of coffee and tell me all about your research." ~ within Chapter 2
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