The Souls We Claim by S. Cole

 

THE SOULS WE CLAIM

S. Cole

Release Date: May 16

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From USA Today best selling author Scarlett Cole, writing as S. Cole, comes an electrifying MC, age gap romance.

Arianne
Leaving my abusive husband was hard. Attending the funeral of my murdered sister is harder.
Especially when I find myself face-to-face with a stern Iron Outlaw biker holding a baby he says is my niece.
I have no money, no home, and no way to take care of her, no matter how badly I want to.
Until Jackson 'Halo' Flynn offers me a deal that sounds too good to be true.
Live with him and care for my niece while he takes care of the men who killed her parents.

Halo
Vengeance is the only thing on my mind, not the sweet young woman with a busted face who claims to be the aunt of my half-sister, Lola.
Relationships weren't in my game plan. Neither was becoming a dad to Lola.
Yet, somehow our three lost souls stumble their way into becoming a family.
Until the man who killed my father decides to wipe out my father's line.
Which means me...and my girls.
But as a former Navy SEAL, I know there are no lengths I won't go to to protect the family I've claimed.

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Meet S. Cole:

The tattoo across my right hip says it all really. A Life Less Ordinary. Inked by the amazingly talented Luke Wessman at the Wooster Street Social Club (a.k.a. New York Ink). Why is it important? Well, it sums up my view on life. That we should all aspire to live a life that is less boring, less predictable. Be bold, and do something amazing. I’ve made some crazy choices. I’ve been a car maker, a consultant, and even a senior executive at a large retailer running strategy. Born in England, spent time in the U.S. and Japan, before ending up in Canada where I met my own, personal hero – all six and a half feet of him. Both of us are scorpios! Yeah, I know! Should have checked the astrological signs earlier, but somehow it works for us. We have two amazing kids, who I either could never part with or could easily be convinced to sell on e-bay.

I’ve wanted to be a writer for a really long time. Check through my office cupboards or my computer and you’ll find half written stories and character descriptions everywhere. Now I'm getting the chance to follow that dream.

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My Review
5 Stars
The Souls We Claim by S. Cole is book 7 in the Iron Outlaws MC Series.  This is the story of Jackson ‘Halo’ Flynn and Arianne ‘Ari’ Osborne.  Ari is with an abusive husband but she slips away to attend her sister's funeral which finds her under Halo's radar.  Halo knows that he wants her but she is in bad shape but his protective side is out.

 

Edge of Disaster by AM Hargrove

 

  EDGE OF DISASTER BY AM HARGROVE   Release Blitz: May 16th   Series: The Edge Series, Book 1   Tropes: Spicy Contemporary / Billionaire Romance / Impossible Love / Second Chance Love / Secrets / Opposites Attract / Cute Meet Cute / HEA   Get ready for the steamy read of Edge of Disaster by AM Hargrove   Don't miss out on this tale of impossible love, second chances, and billionaire romance!   Read for FREE in KU! https://amzn.to/3UKyOa0   Add to Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212435393-edge-of-disaster-the-edge-series-a-middleton-billionaire-romance-boo         Blurb   **This book has been edited and includes many changes, while the plot and story line remain the same.   Alexia Hammond   He offered me the world, but I ran. The last thing I needed was a relationship. My reputation was far too tarnished for that. However, fate had a different plan when it threw me into the path of Pearce Middleton. With his smoldering gray eyes, chiseled jaw, and biceps that stretched his shirt sleeves, the man oozed charm and sensuality. His interest ignited a spark, giving me hope that had long since died. For the first time in ages, optimism permeated me. Who was I kidding? Once he knew the truth about my past, there wasn’t a chance in hell he’d want to date me. So, what did I do? I ran. But Pearce refused to give up. His tenacity and relentless pursuit had me caving and I finally agreed to a date. Could I overcome my demons and allow myself to fall for him, or would the ghosts of my past sabotage any hope of finding happiness and love?   This is a spicy, second chance, opposites attract, billionaire romance. If you like your romances to have impossible love, filled with secrets and a happy ever after, then grab this book today.       About the Author:   One day, on her way home from work as a sales manager, USA Today bestselling author, A. M. Hargrove realized her life was on fast forward and if she didn't do something soon, it would be too late to write that work of fiction she had been dreaming of her whole life. So she made a quick decision to quit her job and reinvented herself as a Naughty and Nice Romance Author.   Reader, Writer, #WalterThePuppy Owner, Dark Chocolate Lover, Ice Cream Worshipper, Vodka Aficionado, Coffee Drinker, she believes coffee and ice cream should be added as part of the USDA food groups.   Connect with A.M. Hargrove:   Website: https://amhargrove.com/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HargrovesHangout Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authoramhargrove Twitter: https://twitter.com/Amhargrove1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amhargroveauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/a-m-hargrove Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5338829.A_M_Hargrove Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/A.M.-Hargrove/e/B0069RM3GM

My Review
5 Stars
Edge of Disaster by AM Hargrove is the First book in the Edge Series.  This is the story of Alexia Hammond and Pearce Middleton.  Alexia is a hot dangerous mess and she feels like she isn't worthy of love or anything good really I felt.  So when she meets Pearce she knows he isn't for her.  But Pearce thinks otherwise.  Enjoyed this book. 

LOVE HARD by Monica James

 

Title: Love Hard

A Memoir

Author: Monica James

Genre: Creative Non-Fiction

Release Date: May 15, 2024

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If love is an addiction, your first love is the first hit.

How many of you remember your first love?

Because falling in love for the first time…I remember that. And that’s the thing about your first love—we all have a love story.

But this isn’t a love story.

This is a life story.

The good.

The bad.

The heartache.

It’s all here.

Love is truly a battlefield…

Love is scary, and anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. When you love someone wholeheartedly, you leave yourself open to being destroyed…and that’s what I did, what I still do even though I know better.

But it doesn’t make a difference.

The best kind of love doesn’t make sense. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt.

This one-in-a-million story is mine, and if you take anything away from this book, it would be to never be afraid to love.

So, let me introduce myself. You may call me Z.

Buckle up, besties, because this will be a bumpy ride.

Love hits you when you least expect it.

Are you ready for the fall?

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Monica James spent her youth devouring the works of Anne Rice, William Shakespeare, and Emily Dickinson.

When she is not writing, Monica is busy running her own business, but she always finds a balance between the two. She enjoys writing honest, heartfelt, and turbulent stories, hoping to leave an imprint on her readers. She draws her inspiration from life.

She is a bestselling author in the U.S.A., Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, and the U.K.

Monica James resides in Melbourne, Australia, with her wonderful family, and menagerie of animals. She is slightly obsessed with cats, chucks, and lip gloss, and secretly wishes she was a ninja on the weekends.

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5 Stars
LOVE HARD by Monica James. This is a little different than some of the author books I have read. This   is a Memoir being wrote by the fictional character Z about her love life.  I love Ms. James' writing so this was a must for me and I can't wait for more coming from her soon.

This Woman Forever by Jodi Ellen Malpas

 

This Woman Forever by Jodi Ellen Malpas is now live! 

Living a life free of demons and finding forgiveness had always seemed unattainable to Jesse Ward. And yet Ava O’Shea offered him a chance of happiness, the possibility of a happy ever after. Their affair has been an intense whirlwind, full of highs and lows, and now Jesse’s finally on the cusp of realizing what he always thought was impossible.

Love. Marriage. Acceptance.

Redemption.

Except for one very important thing. The final part of Jesse’s past that he’s kept from the woman of his dreams. Because surely Ava will walk away if she knows about the most damaging skeleton in his endless closet.

As Jesse navigates his wild, infinitely passionate relationship with Ava, the demons stir, threatening to damage their love and trust. His domination and fierceness inevitably intensifies, ensuring he’s constantly straddling the line between bliss and complete irrationality.

His past is pursuing him.

His forever with Ava is uncertain.

And Jesse’s faced with the inconceivable reality that by simply bringing Ava into his world, he’s ultimately risked her life.

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Meet Jodi

Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in England, where she lives with her husband, boys and Theo the Doberman. She is a self-professed daydreamer, and has a terrible weak spot for alpha males. Writing powerful love stories with addictive characters has become her passion—a passion she now shares with her devoted readers. She’s a proud #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, a Sunday Times Bestseller, and her work is published in over twenty-five languages across the world. You can learn more about Jodi & her words at www.jodiellenmalpas.co.uk

 

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My Review
5 Stars
This Woman Forever by Jodi Ellen Malpas is book three in The Story From Jesse Series. This continues the story of Ava O’Shea and Jesse Ward. This book gives us the last piece of Jesse's thoughts with his obsession with Ava and with his upsetting past. I was crazy about the series "This Man" so of course I wished to get Jesse point of view which is what this series was.... and I loved it. This was a great series and I hope to read more from this author soon!

Resisting Love by Katrina Marie

Title: Resisting Love

Series: Whoopsie Daisy Book 2

Author: Katrina Marie

Genre: Small Town Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Neighbors

Cover Design: Oh So Novel

Release Date: May 14, 2024

Whose idea was it to pair my happy-go-lucky neighbor with me? Someone is going to regret that decision.

Being voluntold to participate in a planning committee for the Spring Bloom Festival was the last thing I wanted.

Walking in to find out my “there’s always a brightside” neighbor is also on the committee, my worst nightmare.

He is sunshine. I am thunder.

And after my not so graceful entry into his life, he’s someone I avoid at all costs. Except the committee leaders decided to pair us together.

I love Whoopsie Daisy more than anything and would do anything for my business and friends, but why does it have to be this?

So much for staying away from him. Fighting his charm has never been more crucial. Especially with the reputation of the shop on the line.

Even though I knew deep down that was what she wanted to tell me, it still takes me by surprise. Samantha isn’t exactly warm and cuddly, and it’ll be interesting working alongside her. Hopefully we both survive it.

“Did you hear me?” Her eyes meet mine for a split second before focusing on her hands. She runs the pad of her finger over the edge of her nails. In all the time I’ve lived here, I don’t think I’ve ever seen her like this. She’s nervous, and I don’t understand why.

“Yes, I heard you. Just trying to process.”

The woman sitting in front of me right now is a completely different person than the one who barged into my garage and demanded I knock off all the noise. At this moment, she looks uncertain of herself.

“Well, you should probably process a bit faster. I’m the only option unless we pull someone off events or out of the shop.”

There’s the fiery attitude she gave me the other night. It was nice to see her show an emotion besides annoyance. Even if it was only for a small moment.

Soft voices come from the TV, and I finally notice what she’s watching. I never would have pegged her as the type to like reality shows. She notices where my eyes have fallen and grabs the remote before turning off the TV.

“I don’t have a problem working with you, I just want to make sure you are who I’ll be working with for sure. I’d hate to get halfway into the project with you only for something to change and have to fill someone else in on what’s happening.” My deep breath is loud in the now silent house. “And, you were pretty adamant you weren’t going to be a part of the festival planning.”

“Things change,” she shrugs her shoulders. “Emily told me last night their schedules are booked and I’m the only one who doesn’t have any conflicting events.”

Her shoulders sag as soon as the words are out of her mouth. I feel for her. She’s being forced to do something she doesn’t want to do. My heart squeezes at how many things I did because my ex-wife wanted me to. I know she isn’t married, but there’s a bond between everyone at Whoopsie Daisy, and I can’t help thinking this rocked the boat.

“Are you sure you want to help?” Giving her an out is the most gracious thing I can do right now. If anything it should make the frown she’s wearing go away. “I can manage this part of the festival on my own if I need to.”

Samantha taps the side of her leg and looks at the ceiling, mulling over my offer. Finally, her eyes meet mine. “I’m going to help. Whoopsie Daisy had already signed on, and I refuse to tarnish the name of our shop because I’m being inconvenienced.”

I wince at the words. At least I know where I stand. “Glad to have you on board.” Do I really mean that? Right now, I have no idea. All I can do is hope everything will be okay.

Katrina Marie lives in the Dallas area with her husband, two children, bonus child, grandchild, and fur babies. She is a lover of all things geeky and nerdy. When she’s not writing you can find her at her children’s sporting events, curled up reading a book, or binge watching her favorite shows.

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5 Stars
Resisting Love by Katrina Marie is book Two in the Whoopsie Daisy Series. This is the story of Samantha and Ben. Sam's neighbor is Ben who has been trying to get to know her but she not having it. Then they end up getting paired up for spring bloom festival in their town. Enjoyed this book.