Food Truck Warriors Book 3: On a Roll by Beth Bolden

 

Food Truck Warriors Book 3

If they could stop arguing for a hot second . . . they just might fall in love.

Gabriel Moretti and Sean Cooper should be friends. They’re both passionate about serving delicious food to their customers. They both love to kick back with the other food truck owners at the collective they’ve joined. But maybe it’s possible to have too much in common . . .

Especially when they’ve chosen the exact same name for their food trucks.

Gabriel and Sean know that one of them will have to change the name. The only question is, who’s willing to give in first?

It’s inevitable that with such a difficult decision, their tempers flare. But to their shock, their deeply-buried chemistry ignites too. Could it be that for them fighting is actually flirting, and what they really crave is each other?

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57431907-on-a-roll

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My Review: 4/5 Stars

Gabriel and Sean have been in a feud for two years now. Both of them have the same name on their food truck and neither want to change it. But now, they don’t have a choice. Someone has to change it after there is way too much confusion going on in their lot. So it’s time to settle some differences. For Gabriel, he just wants to know why the name is so important to Sean. And yes, he may be stubborn, but he knows at this point that Sean has to have a good reason and would really like him to share it. Because despite the fighting there is definitely this building tension between them. Something that tugs both of them to one another and Gabriel is finally figuring out what that may mean exactly. Sean does have a good reason for the name of his truck. He came to LA for a fresh start after a devastating loss. And he’s not ready to let it go. But when him and Gabriel are thrown together more now, suddenly, he is starting to feel a part of himself that he thought was long gone. Sean swears that this thing they start is only a hook up. Nothing more. So why does it bring so much feelings? Gabriel knows he is falling for Sean hard, but will telling him scare him off for good? Oh these two! They have great banter that make their enemies-to-lovers vibe great. But both have big feelings. Gabriel knows he is going into this with his whole heart while Sean has to truly decide and/or realize that he is in fact ready to move on and maybe he has. A great story all around though! I loved getting to know these two and watch them fall hard for one another. Can’t wait to pick up the next one!

Matchmaking in Granville Book 3: Sweet-Talking Silas by DJ Jamison

 

Matchmaking in Granville Book 3

I plan happily-ever-afters, but I don't believe in them...

That doesn't stop the Matchmaking Mamas from trying to find me a dream man. When they corner me at a wedding I'm working, I'm too busy to fight their meddling ways. I agree to one match so they'll back off. One date and I'll put the matchmaking nonsense behind me for good.

Then I meet Bryson. As if he stepped out of a movie, he sweeps me off my feet in a mgical night. He's gorgeous, sweet, romantic--and so very sexy. Despite my reservations, I agree to a second date and start to wonder if maybe I could have more with the right guy.

Then he shows up to a wedding consult the next day. 

With his bride.

I'm horrified to be taken in so easily. How could I have doubted, for even a second, that love wasn't for me? I was the guy who got jilted at the altar five years ago. I didn't believe in fairytale endings.

This was a wake-up call. I was fine just as I was, single and fun. Who needed love, anyway?

Only... now I'm getting texts and calls telling me that Bryson has a twin.

An identical twin.

But if Bryson’s not the groom, is he really the amazing guy he seemed to be when we met? For better or worse, it seems I'm about to find out. I'm just not sure if I want to know. 

If I'm going to risk my heart again, this man has some serious sweet-talking to do.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/246352433-sweet-talking-silas

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

Silas may be a great wedding planner, but when it comes to his own life, he isn’t sure if he believes there is a happy ever after for him. Not after the last time he gave his heart away. But the Matchmaking Mamas have their eyes set on him to find his guy. And after much harassing on their part, he gives in and lets them set him up for one date. He just never expected for Bryson to sweep him off his feet. Their chemistry is off the charts and by the end of the date, Silas can’t help but feel that maybe he can have love again. Until he sees Bryson walk into work with a woman on his arm. But not is all as it seems. Turns out, Bryson has an identical twin brother. And even when Bryson gets Silas to listen and prove that it’s true, the damage is already done. Silas is back to guarding his heart. Because even though he was wrong, his reaction showed just how much Bryson has the power to hurt Silas. Bryson knows that Silas and him could have something great. But now he has to prove that to Silas. So he’ll be patient. He’ll take his time and show Silas just how amazing they could be if he gives them a chance. But will it be enough? Loved this story! I was excited to see who would sweep Silas off his feet and Bryson didn’t disappoint! But oof! Poor guy definitely had to work to prove it after that big mix up. And after knowing Silas’s past, I don’t blame Silas for being wary. But I loved that despite his fears, Silas was able to open his heart up enough to let Bryson in. They were truly a great couple! Another great book in this series. And I definitely wouldn’t mind some more!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Legends & Fury Book 2: Hat Trick by EM Lindsey

 

Legends & Fury Book 2

“For five million dollars, would you send a relative to jail?”

"Bud, I would pay five million dollars to send a few there."

Problem number Almost everything the world thinks they know about me is a lie.

Problem number Two people know the truth.

Problem number One of those two is a stalker and he's having a blast using that information against me to get his way.

The good news is, the second person who knows the truth about who I am seems pretty dedicated to taking my stalker down.

The bad news is, it’s NHL goalie Vanya Maximov, and he and I had a one night stand that I can’t stop thinking about. And while Vanya might be walking sunshine so bright he can make even my blind ass see light, we have no business being together.

I’m a mess, and while Vanya is everything I’ve ever wanted in a partner, he deserves better than me.

If only he was willing to listen to reason. If only he was less stubborn and able to give up on a lost cause.

But with his ability to give me exactly what I want—a little pain with my pleasure—and his refusal to treat me like I’m fragile, something dangerous starts happening.

I’m beginning to think that maybe—just maybe—he’s right, and I am worth everything he sees.

Hat Trick is the second book in the Punk as Puck spin-off series, Legends and Fury. It’s a high heat, friends to lovers romance with a sunshine NHL goalie who also might be a golden retriever in disguise, a PPHL goalie with big black cat energy, a stalker, and no faith in himself, hooking up in a friend’s car, praise and pain, high stakes romance, hockey bro banter, tons of chirping, and the swooniest happily ever after.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/249897076-hat-trick

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

It’s Micah and Vanya’s turn! I’ve been looking forward to their story and it did not disappoint! Something has been going on with Micah for a while and now the truth is revealed. He has a stalker. A stalker who has made him terrified, blackmailing him, and refusing to leave him be. When his stalker tracks him down to a club in New York, lucky for Micah, Vanya is there to intervene. But the secrets have been building inside Micah for some time now and he is reaching his limit. Add in the fact that he has feelings for Vanya and when they hook up for the first time, Micah knows he is in trouble. But Vanya is so good and Micah feels like he doesn’t deserve him. So pushing him away is what must be done. Too bad, Vanya is patient and always there at the right time before Micah’s stalker can hurt him. Vanya has liked Micah for quite a while a now. But he knows he must be patient. That Micah has a lot going on and isn’t ready for the love that Vanya so desperately wants to give him. As they navigate how to get rid of Micah’s stalker once and for all, they also get a chance to see just how good one another can be together. Loved this story! I knew I was gonna like these two. Vanya is the sunshine that Micah needs in his life along with someone who is patient and kind and cares so deeply for Micah. Who can see past the mask Micah has donned for himself. And when Micah let’s himself believe he can be with Vanya, he is what Vanya needs too. Another great book in this series. And I can’t wait to see who is next!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Food Truck Warriors Book 1.5: Kiss & Tell by Beth Bolden

 

Food Truck Warriors Book 1.5

This New Year’s, Alexis’ kiss is on his list.

Jackson Finley loves his job. His bar, the Funky Cup, is everything to him—except that he’s beginning to realize that maybe there’s more to life than sixteen hour days and too many spreadsheets to count.

When Jackson runs into Alexis and his delightful Greek food truck—and the best hummus he’s ever had in his life—it’s almost enough to remind Jackson that all work and no play makes for a very dull boy.

But when he bumps into the charming Alexis a second time, during his annual New Year’s Eve party, Jackson knows that when the clock strikes midnight, there’s only one thing he wants: his lips on Alexis’ lips.

For one night only, he can have it all.

But nothing ever goes to plan, and when Jackson realizes he actually likes the guy, and wants more than just kisses?

Jackson is going to need some holiday magic.

Kiss & Tell is set in the Food Truck Warriors universe, but can be read as a standalone.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57188835-kiss-tell

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My Review: 4/5 Stars

Jackson knows he is working too much and that he has no life outside his business, The Funky Cup. He doesn’t need the reminder from his brother or anyone else. He’ll make changes. He will.  Eventually. But he never imagined the kickstart to that plan would be Alexis. Alexis runs an amazing Greek food truck outside his bar and the moment they set eyes on one another, sparks fly. Even better, they get one night together on New Year’s Eve and it is everything that Jackson could have wanted. The night is perfect. And just shows how much Jackson is missing out on outside of work. And he wants more. Specifically, with Alexis. But Alexis is leaving and asking him to stay and give up an opportunity to help his business wouldn’t be okay. He just wishes there was a way so Jackson didn’t have to say goodbye. Loved these two! Their chemistry was fantastic and they were just super adorable together. I loved that when it came down to it, they realized that giving up one another would be a mistake and sometimes you have to push your own happiness ahead of work. A very sweet novella! 

Food Truck Warriors Book 1: Drive Me Crazy by Beth Bolden

 

Food Truck Warriors Book 1

Lucas loves his job. Too bad he’s not allowed to take a bite out of the boss.

Considering all the crap Lucas Barnes has done to achieve self-employed independence, taking a job making fish tacos for a local food truck should be a no-brainer. In the off hours, he can even work on his dream business: health-conscious energy bars.

But it turns out the hardest part isn’t the long hours, the stifling heat inside the truck during a Los Angeles summer, or even the non-vegan menu, it’s his new boss.

Tony Blake is over-confident and an enthusiastic carnivore—and also one of the hottest, funniest, most charming guys Lucas has ever met. Even when Tony is driving him crazy, he’s completely irresistible.

Lucas knows hooking up with the boss is off-limits, but Tony is a tough guy to resist. And with the two of them spending the steamy summer evenings tucked in each other’s pockets . . . it turns out it’s not a question of if, but a question of when.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54917844-drive-me-crazy

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My Review: 4/5 Stars

When Tony meets Lucas, he is sure that his brother is trying to set him up. And he can’t decide he is annoyed about it since Tony is still trying to let go over his anger at his ex who treated him bad or if he is happy that Wyatt picked a very sweet and very good looking guy. But turns out, Wyatt hired Lucas to help Tony this summer at their food truck since Wyatt won’t be able to put in much hours with what he has going on. Now, Tony just thinks that Wyatt is torturing him. Because Lucas is everything Tony wants in a guy. Though Lucas is looking for anything but a relationship. Lucas is determined to get his healthy energy bars to the right distributor. But until then, he’ll juggle his job as a personal trainer and his new job at Tony’s food truck. But the worst part isn’t even the unfriendly other hire that is constantly glaring at Lucas, but the fact that Tony seems to be breaking down every wall Lucas has in him. He doesn’t want a boyfriend. But how come that sounds less scary if it’s with Tony? As these decide how to act on the chemistry that is between them, they also have to work together to figure out who is stealing from Tony’s food truck. This was a fun one! I had a read book 2 of this series a while back since it crossed over with another series, but it’s taken me a while to get back to the rest of the series and I’m glad I’m finally there! Looks like we have a lot of fun characters to look forward to and I can’t wait to see where this series goes. 

Duke Brothers Book 6: The Moment It All Began by Lani Blake

 

Duke Brothers Book 6

Meet The McAllisters.Growing up as Lyntacky’s unofficial hippies, the McAllister kids mastered two things loyalty and survival. They band together like pros, recycle like champions, and can whip up an herbal remedy for whatever mysterious rash you’ve picked up. Love wasn’t part of the plan. Neither was a baby.

Jay wasn’t a genius, but he was close. A man who remembered everything, solved problems others couldn’t, and used to think brains could fix anything. These days, he preferred peace, quiet, and zero complications. But Blue Jay was the complication he never saw coming—confident, beautiful, infuriating, and a girl from his past.

Blue Jay McAllister was having a week. Her designs were stolen, her career circling the drain, and her only comfort came with a corkscrew. Then fate decided to throw in one more twist—Jay Haddon. Once upon a time, she’d called him the least fashionable man alive. Now he was standing there looking like trouble in a suit. And after one amazing night together, she had a brand-new problem.

Lyntacky was like most small towns. It had its interfering locals and families who could trace their roots back hundreds of years. Where Lyntacky stood out from the rest was their love of Square Dancing and the Duke brothers. Both were trouble. Neither had plans for leaving.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/242588374-the-moment-it-all-began

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

Jay’s turn! The sixth honorary Duke finally gets a story. And who better to match with him than a McAllister? Though Jay and Blue Jay grew up together, they weren’t really that close. But when they run into one another in New York City, Blue Jay ends up confiding in Jay a bit. Then one thing leads to another when they realize that they have quite the amount of chemistry. It’s a one night stand, at least that is what they tell themselves. But then why can’t either stop of thinking of the other? Life is pretty hectic though, especially for Blue Jay. Because the day she saw Jay was the day she quit her job. After years of loyalty, they decided to stab her in the back and steal from her. No way was she sticking around for that. Now she has to figure out what to do next. So she heads back home. Back to Jay. Jay has a pretty secretive government job that he can’t talk about. Fits seeing as he doesn’t talk about a lot of things. Like his bad childhood. But his best friend, Dan Duke, and his family were quick to bring him into their family. Even still, it’s not easy for Jay to open up. And he finds himself wanting to with Blue Jay. And when he learns that Blue Jay and him are having a baby? Well, both their lives are about the change in a lot of ways. But when it comes to one another? Guess, they’ll have to discover if this spark between them can be so much more. As always, love being back in Lyntacky! Such a great group of characters. You’ll laugh the entire way through with their antics. I loved getting to know Jay and Blue Jay. They were truly a great match and absolutely perfect for one another. And it was so sweet to watch these two fall hard for each other. Another great book in this series for sure!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

All’s Fair in Love and Pizza by Lane Hayes

 

A bake-off between enemies…what could go wrong?

Mateo

Can you believe this? Haverton’s football hero is opening a bagel shop next to my pizzeria and he’s selling—wait for it—pizza bagels. The nerve!

And this guy isn’t above using his fame to attract clients. It’s annoying and yes, I’m feeling a little crusty about the situation. My temper has gotten me into a few binds, but a pizza bagel war? This is a first. 

I’m gonna crush him.

Rob

After years of playing in the pros, I’m beat. All I want is to open a bagel shop in the town that gave me a shot at the big time. I’d love some peace and quiet too, however, I won’t be getting that with Mateo Cavaretti next door.

Geez, I can’t believe I had a crush on that guy in college. Sure, he’s still incredibly good-looking, but he’s a grouch. And while I like my business partner’s idea to settle our dispute with a classic bake-off, Mateo and I can’t be in the same room without fireworks going off.

Okay, some of those fireworks are extra sexy and that might be a problem.

Or is all truly fair in love and pizza…and bagels?

All’s Fair in Love and Pizza is an MM grumpy/sunshine, small-town romance featuring former teammates, a culinary challenge, and a HEA worth fighting for. 

*A portion of All's Fair in Love and Pizza was originally included in the Delicious Anthology. This new version has doubled in size to 40k words and a whole lot of bake-off shenanigans!

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/249747978-all-s-fair-in-love-and-pizza

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My Review: 4/5 Stars

After retiring from the NFL, Rob moves back to his college home town to open up a bagel shop. The bagel shop is something his family has done for many years and Rob felt it was his turn to pick up the legacy. And next door to his new business is Mateo and his family’s pizzeria. Mateo and Rob played college football together and while they weren’t close then, they weren’t unfriendly either. But when Rob tries to make a joke about making pizza bagels, Mateo doesn’t take it well…or realize it’s a joke. After heated conversations and instigating one another left and right, they soon find themselves in a pizza bagels war. And the only way to settle is to have a town bake-off. It blows up larger than either wanted or expected, but when their teams work together to take advantage of the hype for their businesses, Mateo and Rob realize that have to play along. And soon they find themselves spending more time together where their heated conversations spark into all out attraction where neither of them can keep their hands off the other. These two were a lot of fun! They both knew they were being ridiculous with their war but were also stubborn enough to keep it going. And it soon just turned into more of a reason to be around one another. I also loved that they were able to open up to one another on some deep personal levels as well. It really turned their relationship to so much more. A sweet and fun story you don’t want to miss for sure!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.