Afraid to Fall (Dennison #1) by W. Ferraro - @AuthorWFerraro

Delaney is a single mom, moving to a new town with her infant son in hopes of getting a fresh start on life.  She's strong and determined, and knows she'll be okay once she gets her and Jacob settled.  Things start off rocky though when her car gets stuck in the snow and she hasn't even reached her new home yet.  Luckily someone comes to her rescue, and gets her pulled out - and make sure she gets to her house safely.  Little does she know that this stranger who helped her, is the sheriff who also happens to be her neighbor.

Gage is driving home, and notices a car stuck in the snow.  He decides to stop and help, and with this act of kindness - he doesn't even realize how his life is about to change.  Well, maybe he might have an inkling once he notices Delaney, and feels an attraction to her - but also realizes she is going to be his new neighbor.

Right away, he instantly feels a need to look out for her and her son.  This is totally throwing him off, because he is not interested in any relationship - after being cheated on by his ex-wife and best friend.  At least he thinks he's not looking for more from Delaney.

Delaney has been burned too, and she is no state of mind to rush into any relationship.  She does notice Gage though, with his looks, there's no denying he's attractive.  There's an attraction between these two  that has to be addressed - and thankfully they give each other a chance to see what's there.  The problem becomes when Gage gets scared of his feelings - and his reactions to Delaney and his comments to her are hurtful.   He doesn't trust easily.

When Gage and Delaney are together and things are going well - they are beautiful together.  The way he takes care of her, and helps with Jacob are sweet and loving.  The problem becomes when Gage gets scared of his feelings - and his reactions to Delaney and his comments to her are hurtful.   He doesn't trust easily - and doubts sometimes overwhelm him, and honestly - he acts like a complete ass.

I really felt bad for Delaney when Gage went off on her - he said some really crappy things to her - and I just wanted to smack him.  I was so glad she stood up for herself.  If they were ever going to work out, he needed to trust her.   He just wasn't ready to do that totally - so she had to end it.

I love a great romance that includes a hot, sexy guy getting involved with a woman with a child - and I really enjoyed this book - even with the push and pull between these two.  I totally understood where Gage was coming from, and his fear - and I was glad for the strength that Delaney showed.  Even though Gage was an ass some of the time - he made up for it all in the end with his words and actions.  Ending up with a beautiful hea.

Last Breath (Hitman #2) by Jen Frederick and Jessica Clare

This book kept the pace moving from the beginning to the end - as Daniel tries to get Regan out of Rio safely, and find his sister too.  The more time they spend together, Daniel becomes Regan's rock - and he always keeps his promise of never leaving her behind. 

 

But Regan is not totally broken from her two months of captivity.  Regan may be scared to be alone - but she is still a "fighter girl" and remains strong - even putting herself in situations that could bring her more harm.   

 

Daniel and Regan are perfectly matched for each other - regardless of their situation, and what Regan has been through .  He handles her with such care and tenderness - giving her exactly what she needs - as he allows her to take what she wants to feel safe.  I smiled in so many places in this book - loving their "quips" back and forth to each other - some for fun - mostly for lightening a situation which could become extremely tense.

 

 Daniel found more in Rio than he ever imagined with Regan.  Luckily Regan stayed strong while in captivity, doing what was needed to survive - even though she was unsure whether she would be rescued - she hadn't given up in...

 

"Holding Out for a Hero"

 

 

Daniel came to save her - and she found her hero...

 

I have two new "go to" authors - and they are Jen Frederick and Jessica Clare.  I really enjoyed  the first book in the Hitman Series "Last Hit" - a definite 5 star, but let me say I FREAKING LOVED "Last Breath" so much more - one that will stay with me for a long time!

 

 

 

 

Repair Me by Jennifer Foor

Repair Me

by: Jennifer Foor

        My rating: 4 out of 5 Sizzling Stars





Synopsis:
Sky's whole world is turned upside down when she catches her long-time boyfriend cheating. Depressed over the breakup, she decides to drive to the beach to spend time with her friends and drown her sorrows in hot guys and fruity drinks. The only problem with her plan is her piece-of-junk car. It breaks down halfway into her trip, in the middle of nowhere—a place where cell phone towers don't even exist.

Ford's life has changed drastically in the past year, and he spends his days working at his family's run-down auto repair shop. When his father tells him to go rescue a stranded traveler, he soon finds himself with a hot opportunity to forget about what ruined his life, even if it's only for one night.

With sexy chemistry between them, Sky and Ford agree to a one-night stand, to let go of what each of them are running from and enjoy each other with no strings attached. But as their heated night progresses, they both know that one night is never going to be enough. What happens when one night turns into two? And two turns into three? Can two people, who know nothing about each other, really fall in love?

Or is lust just playing with their torn hearts?

My Review:
Sky and Ford’s life was not turning out the way they had both envisioned it.  Now, Sky is headed on a trip to the beach to join some friends to help her forget her cheating ex.  They meet up when he comes to help her when her car breaks down – and sparks fly.  Ford is the sexy, cocky bad boy and she’s wary of his type – Sky is beautiful and sassy and Ford is trying to get rid of his annoying ex – and she’s just the person to help him with that.  But the one night stand doesn’t quite turn out the way they both expected it too, and Ford ends up helping her with more than fixing her car – and Sky falls fast.

This is a hot, sexy y/a read about two people, who run into each other while trying to figure out which direction their life should go – while not letting the others in their life down.  If you love y/a stories, you definitely don’t want to miss out on this one!

Catch My Fall by Ella Fox

My rating: 4 of 5 Sizzling Stars



**ARC kindly received from author in exchange for an honest review by the girls and I at www.sizzlingpages.com **

This was definitely a heart wrenching story at times - Mia's and Macy's story is one that will break your heart, as will Tristan's and Trace's - but along with Darby and their families you will be inspired by the strength all of them have as they face their past and look forward to a better future. It's not all drama though, there are plenty of moments to make you smile with "Stan and Mimi" - so grab a bunch of candy, lots of licorice and enjoy this great story of first love.


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Courageous by Gloria Foxx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Definite 4.5 Stars

What a great, refreshing read - Abbi hasn't felt loved for the past 12 years, but she hasn't given up - she's trying to change and figure it all out. Dominic is so gentle and strong with her, but it isn't always easy for them - they both struggle with what is truly best for themselves and the other. A great story about first love.

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