Love in a Contract

About the Book:

Love in a Contract: Christmas on the Trail (Christmas at Coldwater Creek Book 5)

Title: Love in a Contract
Series: Christmas at Coldwater Creek #5
Author: Britney M. Mills
Release Date: November 17th, 2022
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Trails aren’t always smooth. Neither is life.

Brooke White has been struggling to keep her late husband’s ATV rental business afloat for the past year. And now she’s blindsided to find out on what would’ve been his twenty-fifth birthday that he was to receive an inheritance from his late grandfather. But his terms cause her to pause as she’ll get the money only if she enters into a year-long marriage to receive it.

Adam Burke spends his time working on his family’s dairy farm and fixing up the farm equipment throughout the valley. Any extra time he has goes to fixing the ATVs Brooke—his best friend’s widow—rents out. When she mentions the conditions of her husband’s will, Adam is more than willing to help, especially since he blames himself for the accident.

Will a marriage of convenience lead them to forgiveness and happily-ever-after, or will they let the past destroy any chance of a future together?

Book Review:

This one was so cute! I loved getting to see Adam and Brooke’s story and Noah was adorable! The tropes in this were also so sweet. I loved the aspects of friends-to-more and marriage of convenience.

Adam was so sweet and thoughtful. He was quieter, but really thought things through. I loved the way he cared for Brooke and Noah and even the way that he still valued his friendship with Tucker. I loved getting to see more of the Burke family with every book. They are so fun and supportive.

I really felt for Brooke. She was still facing the ramifications of Tucker’s death and all the business decisions. She had been grieving and finally was forced to evaluate if she was ready to move forward. I loved her relationship with Lacey and the support she gave. She cared so much for Noah and really wanted to honor her husband’s memory. It was so sweet to see the progression of their romance. They really were able to come alongside one another.

This contemporary romance can be read as a standalone like the rest, but is part of a series. It deals with the past loss of a spouse and family instability. There is only kissing.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

Fraternizing with the Enemey

Fraternizing with the Enemy (Most Likely To)

About the Book:

Title: Fraternizing with the Enemey
Series: Most Likely to #5
Author: Sarah Sutton
Release Date: October 18th, 2025
Genre: YA

I’m starting my senior year at Brentwood High with three certainties:

I finally made it into the Top Tier, Brentwood’s most elite popularity circle.
I’m co-captain of the cheer squad with my best friend-slash-queen bee, Jade Dyer.
I’m in desperate need of a boyfriend.

Now that my mom’s archaic dating ban is officially over, I’m ready for more than perfect hair and pom-poms—I want Brentwood’s next It-Couple status.

Enter Logan. I tripped—literally—into his arms at Brentwood High’s open house, and suddenly the world blurred around us. Mega cute, annoyingly funny, and the kind of boy who’d be the perfect half of my It-Couple dream.

The problem? He showed up to Brentwood on a dare, and he actually goes to Jefferson High. Brentwood’s sworn enemy. Their football team’s quarterback.

Off-limits doesn’t even begin to cover it.

But when my friends crown me “Most Likely to Peak in High School,” I panic. Desperate to prove them wrong, I make the dumbest decision ever: date Logan, a Jefferson Bulldog, in secret. Exposure therapy, I tell myself. Just long enough to show I can break rules, that I don’t just blindly follow orders, that I can think for myself. That I won’t peak in high school.

Except every laugh, late-night text, and stolen moment makes me question everything I thought I knew—my friendship with Jade, the social hierarchy I’ve clung to, and the past I tried to bury. And the closer I get to a boy I was never supposed to love, the more I realize the people I trust most might be the ones who could ruin everything.

Book Review:

Oh my goodness! I absolutely adored this book. I have been waiting for years for Madisons’ book, and it did not disappoint. I really liked how we also got to see a short epilogue of some of the other characters too.

I thought Madison was so relatable. She was trying hard to figure out who she was and who she wanted to be. After years of being Jade’s sidekick, she was finally kinda trying to do her own thing. Her struggles and slip ups felt real and made sense for her character. I feel like I was also able to have a lot more grace for her because we get to see her POV. I liked how Landon pushed her to be a better person too, but she didn’t change for him. She changed for herself because she didn’t like who she was becoming. Her arc was so satisfying!

I thought Landon was the sweetest too! He was also trying his hardest to do what he thought was right, but everything was getting super complicated. I loved how he complemented Madison, and he saw beyond the popular facade that she hid behind. I did not expect the twists in his character too!

I thought the whole plot was really well done! There is a lot of high school drama, but it was interesting to see it from Madison’ POV. I feel like she added another layer that we hadn’t really seen before. I would totally recommend this whole series! While this book can be read standalone, I recommend reading this one last.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

First Down and Forever to Go

About the Book:

Title: First Down and Forever to GO
Series: River Foxes Football Romance #1
Author: Leah Dobrinska
Release Date: January 20th, 2026
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Can a pair of opposites come together to heal from past wounds, lay their secrets bare, and pave the way for a future full of laughter and love? Or is this Cinderella story destined for an unhappily ever after?

TJ Wilson, the outgoing star running back for the Green Bay River Foxes, swears he’ll never fall in love again…not after losing his college girlfriend. He’s content with a life of football and carefree dating. Nothing serious. No strings. No matter how much his teammates rib him for it. When a stunning, secretive woman all but begs him to show her a good time at his team’s charity ball, he’s the man for the job. If the shoe fits, after all.

One heart-to-heart and an almost-kiss later, TJ finds himself enamored with the bashful but brazen mystery Cinderella, and, against his better judgement, longing for more than the one night she’s offered him.

One night. Lucy Dupree, a secret author and media personality-turned-social pariah, promises her literary agent she’ll come out of hiding for one night. Just long enough to get inspired, overcome her writer’s block, and finish her manuscript by the deadline. With the help of her fairy-godmother landlord and a vintage wedding gown, Lucy attends the Green Bay River Foxes Gala where she meets TJ, a walking, talking prince charming.

The masquerade theme allows Lucy to conceal her identity, and TJ provides her with enough content to write ten romance novels. A win-win. She got what she came for, and that’s enough. It has to be. Because when the clock strikes midnight, the fairytale ends. Or is it just beginning?

Book Review:

Ah! This was just so cute and sweet! I adored this story and read it so quickly! First Down and Forever is the first book in Leah Dobrinska’s new series, River Foxes Football Romance. I was so excited for the start of this new series and it did not disappoint.

First of all, I loved both of the characters. They felt real and I wanted them to be my friends. TJ and Lucy were both working through different hurts and trying to figure out life. I love how they healed each other heal by just being good friends. The romance was fitting for them, they both fell fast but were scared of how the other might react.

The progression of their relationship felt perfect and I like how they became friends first. They got to know each other. The story was engaging and I was rooting for them as they faced the obstacles that stood in their way. They were both public figures in different ways but they could be real with each other. Both TJ and Lucy had to grow throughout the book as they learned to face their fears and step out in faith.

This was a wonderful book and I would totally recommend it! I loved the hints of Cinderella that this story had but it also felt like its own book. The side characters were a lot of fun and I am hoping that the rest of the football team gets their own books. I loved seeing old characters too. First Down and Forever to Go is a closed door contemporary romance.

I received a complimentary copy

Every Heart Prepare

About the Book:

Every Heart Prepare: A Christmas Romance Novella (Faith On The Frontier)

Title: Every Heart Prepare
Series: Faith on the Frontier #1
Author: Madelyn Smith
Release Date: October 17th, 2025
Genre: Historical Romance

An injured preacher. A rancher’s spinster daughter. A Christmas season where they’ll both learn to find true joy in the world.

Leroy:

My injuries may have halted my travels where I preach the Word of God, but it can’t keep my spirits down. I’m determined to recover, not be a burden, and then to continue on my journey. Except, the more I get to know Sicilia Mariner, the more I question my calling. Can God’s plan for me change?

Sicilia:

Being the only woman on the ranch has become lonely. As the years go by with no beau, I’ve begun to wonder if God really has a plan for me. When Mister Lovelady ends up injured and at our ranch, I barely let myself hope that he’s an answer to prayer. But the more I get to know Leroy Lovelady, the more I wonder if God’s plan is even better than the one I’ve dreamed of.
Every Heart Prepare is the first book in the Faith On The Frontier series where characters deepen their faith in Jesus Christ while navigating the hardships of life on the frontier. Every Heart Prepare takes inspiration from the author’s family history along with the sacred Christmas carol Joy To The World, with themes of forgiveness, redemption, and healing throughout the story.

Book Review:

I loved this adorable novella! It was such a sweet read about the hope of Jesus Christ along with the sweet blessings that He gives us.

I really loved the strong, Christian aspect in this one. Leroy is a preacher, and multiple Bible verses are quoted throughout the book. The Bible is not only quoted but lived out as Leroy and Sicilia fight to see God’s goodness in every aspect. Both of them had been through their fair share of trials, but they were determined to trust the Lord through it all. I appreciated the way that Leroy’s PTSD was handled with so much grace as well.

Leroy and Sicilia were such fun characters. I was invested in them from the beginning. They were both trying to figure out how best to serve God in their seasons of life. I loved to see them come together, and I appreciated that there was no third act breakup too! I would totally recommend this sweet novella perfect for anyone looking for a lovely, Christmas read.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

But He’s My Fake Fiance

About the Book:

Title: But He’s My Fake Fiance
Series: But He’s a Carter Brother #3
Author: Annah Conwell
Release Date: March 28th, 2024
Genre: Romantic Comedy

My ex-boyfriend is engaged to my stepsister.

Yeah, it shocked me too. So much so, that when my ex tells me, I grab the first guy I see and pretend he’s my fiancé.

Somehow it only gets wilder from there, because the guy I grab happens to be Grayson Carter, notorious flirt and extrovert to the max. Also, the guy I turned down a month before while dating said ex-boyfriend.

Grayson surprisingly goes along with my plan, throwing pet names and flirty lines at me all while putting on this protective facade in front of my ex that makes my knees weak.

But when our little scene turns into a full-on scheme, I find myself questioning what’s real and what’s not.

The problem is, if it is real, I don’t know if I can risk loving someone like Grayson. I have a feeling if I gave him my heart, I’d never get it back.

Book Review:

I loved this book! But He’s My Fake Fiancé is the third book in Annah Conwell’s But He’s a Carter Brother series. This was just so good and I ended up finishing it in one day! Grayson deserved his own book and it was wonderful.

Grayson was a golden retriever character. I had loved him in the past books and I was excited to learn more about him. Grayson was just as sweet as I had thought and I loved seeing him interact with his family and Sloane. He had to learn to let Sloane in and see that it was okay to be struggling.Sloane was also a fun character. I loved her relationship with Grayson and it was cool to read about her falling for him. She had to learn to stand up for herself and see that she was worth it.

Both Sloane and Grayson were relatable as they tried to figure out life. I liked reading about them growing and falling in love with each other. They truly cared for each other. The side characters were wonderful and I love the family interactions. The Carter family is just the perfect amount of crazy and love that reminds me of my own family and our relationship. I was engaged in the story from the beginning and I wanted to see how Grayson and Sloane would turn their fake relationship into something real. I finished But He’s My Fake Fiance in one day and I could not recommend it more! I loved the characters and the story. It was so fun to see the Carter family again. I am super excited for the next book and I can’t wait to read it!

Love in a Snapshot

About the Book:

Love in a Snapshot: Christmas at the Farm (Christmas at Coldwater Creek Book 3)

Title: Love in a Snapshot
Series: Christmas at Coldwater Creek #3
Author: Britney M. Mills
Release Date: December 2nd, 2019
Genre: Contemporary Romance

He’s a dairy farmer, she’s a travel blogger, and the vacation that brings them together.

Preston Burke had to give up the rodeo after his father had a stroke, and now he’s set to take over the family dairy farm. But he’d rather be traveling the world rather than setting his schedule by the morning and nighttime milkings. When a new girl takes over managing the lodge for a couple weeks, the stories of her travels make him restless. But what hurts most is that he might be falling for someone who could be gone any day.

After Ashley Morgan’s relationship blows up on her, she escapes to a small town in Wyoming, hoping that running for a bit will help her sort out her disheveled life. As she spends time getting to know Preston, she realizes how much she wants a real relationship.

But settling down in Coldwater Creek would mean giving up her popular business. Or would it?

Book Review:

This was so cute! I have been reading through this series and I love getting to see more characters’ stories!

Preston was so fun! I was excited to see his story after meeting him in the first book. He was very family-oriented and felt the burden of holding together the farm. He was able to relax and open up with Ashley. They had a lot in common and they connected so quickly.

I felt for Ashley! She had so many surprises in her life and she just wanted some space to reevaluate it all. She definitely got it in Coldwater Creek. Once again, the readers get to know the town more through her eyes! It was so sweet to watch her get to know the characters. She and Preston were really sweet! It did feel a bit insta-love, but I think it fit the vibe of the story.

I really enjoyed reading about them getting to know one another and also how they supported each other in their own individual dreams. This is a sweet contemporary romance with some holiday vibes and only kissing.

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas! We hope and pray everyone is having a wonderful holiday, but we know this is not always the case. Praise God He has given His Son as a free gift to those who believe.

For to us a child is born,

to us a son is given;

and the government shall be upon[a] his shoulder,

and his name shall be called[b]

Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,

Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6)

In this Christmas season, we can trust in the good news that God has given His own Son to pay the price for sins. Merry Christmas!

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Christmas Lights and Just Mights

About the Book:

Christmas Lights & Just Mights: A Houston Pumas Sweet Holiday Romance (Houston Pumas Sports Romance)

Title: Christmas Lights and Just Mights
Series: Houston Pumas Sports Romance #4
Author: Ranee S. Clark
Publisher: Sweetly Us Press
Release Date: November 16th, 2025
Genre: Romantic Comedy

I do not need a boyfriend for Christmas.

What I need is peppermint hot chocolate, a holiday getaway, and a front-row seat to watch my best friend play in the big Christmas Day football game.

But when our mutual friend Chad shows up with his two adorable daughters, one massive migraine, and zero nannies to help out–guess who finds herself volunteering to play babysitter? Yep, me.

It’s all fun holiday light shows and ice-skating games until I see him shirtless in the middle of the night.

Suddenly my “single dad friend” is now “ridiculously attractive single dad friend.”

Here’s the problem: he’s ten years older, recently divorced, and definitely not ready for the girls to have a new mom. Besides, I’m on a dating hiatus after almost eloping with someone I barely knew. This is supposed to be a cozy Christmas getaway, not a fall-for-the-single-dad-next-door situation.

Except…he’s working so hard to be the best dad he can be, keeping their Christmas traditions even when it’s hard and making sure the girls get the help they need to deal with their mom leaving. It’s hard not to daydream about being part of his life–of their life.

And just when I think I know what (or who) I want for Christmas, my ex shows up begging for a second chance.

Now I have to decide: revisit the past I thought I wanted … or risk it all on the man who just might be my future.

A cozy, swoony, age-gap, single-dad closed door Christmas romcom—complete with cute kids, holiday magic, and one very inconvenient crush.

Book Review:

I loved this novella! I always thought that Chad needed his own story, and while I wasn’t expecting Ivy and him to end up together, they worked so well together. Both of them had been through a lot in the past months, and they were able to support each other well.

I really liked getting to see things from Ivy’s POV. I had a hard time with her character when she was first introduced, but I think getting to see her side of things really made me understand her perspective. Law had been her whole world for a while, so she was grappling with the fact that she was losing him in a way. While things were changing with her and Law, she had the opportunity to spend more time with Chad and his girls! I love how well Ivy fit into Chad’s life. Understandably, Chad is anxious about his girls but they have the most adorable relationship with Ivy.

I felt for Chad in Law and Carlie’s book, and I felt for him in this one too. He had been through a lot, but he was also genuinely trying to better himself for his daughters. I thought it was so sweet how he took care of Ivy, and their communication with each other was perfect! I would definitely recommend this Christmas novella. It can be read standalone but it’s more enjoyable to read at least Law and Carlie’s book first.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

The Maid of Sherwood Forest

About the Book:

The Maid of Sherwood Forest: A Mcquivey’s Costume Shop Romance (Proper Romance Time-slip Series)

Title: The Maid of Sherwood Forest
Series: A McQuivey’s Costume Shop Romance #2
Author: Sian Ann Bessey
Publisher: Shadow Mountain Publishers
Release Date: November 4th
Genre: Time Travel Romance

Mariah thought Robin Hood was just a legend—until time pulled her into his world and the outlaw stole her heart.

Nothing about Mariah Clinton’s passion for archery or her work as a sous-chef in contemporary London prepares her for the moment she’s pulled into another time—and another life. One minute, she’s stepping into McQuivey’s Costume Shop to rent a medieval gown. The next, she’s standing in a castle kitchen in twelfth-century Nottingham—with no idea how she got there or how to return to modern time. Forced to pose as a kitchen servant, she must draw on ingenuity and courage to survive in a world in which she shouldn’t exist. But when her skill with a bow draws the attention of outlaws in Sherwood Forest, she’s swept into a conflict that is more dangerous—and more thrilling—than she could ever have imagined.

Robin Hood has spent years outwitting the sheriff, protecting the innocent, and keeping his men one step ahead of Prince John’s reach. But when he crosses paths with a mysterious archer who shoots like no woman he’s ever met, he knows she’s hiding something. Her words, her ways, even the fire in her eyes—none of it belongs in his time. Yet the more she stands at his side, the harder it becomes to imagine Sherwood Forest without her.

Mariah is torn between a past she understands in modern-day London and an uncertain future with an outlaw who has stolen her heart. But as the sheriff’s grip tightens and betrayal looms, one truth becomes clear—some choices a

Book Review:

I adore Sian Ann Bessey’s books and this one was so good! I stayed up past midnight trying to finish it. It was so fun to come back to this series and I love this twist on Robin Hood. The Maid of Sherwood Forest is the second book in Sian Ann Bessey’s A McQuivey’s Costume Shop Romance.

I felt for Mariah as she tried to figure out her place in life. She never expected to end up in twelfth-century Nottingham but she tried to make the best of her situation. It was fun to get to know her and see her thrive as she spent time with Robin and the Merry Men. She was fearless at times but she was also searching for a place to call her own.

Robin was also a lot of fun and it was cool that we got to see a depth to him. He was trying to help the poor but he was also just trying to do the right thing. His connection with Mariah was so sweet although he could be obvious at times.

I loved Mariah and Robin together. Their romance was so sweet and they instantly connected. I loved Mariah’s strength and how she grew throughout the book. She found her family in the Merry Men and Robin. Robin was also a sweetheart and I loved how he cared for those around him. Mariah found her way into his heart and the romance was adorable.

I love the Merry Men and all of the side characters, they were a lovely addition to the story. I would totally recommend this book! The Maid of Sherwood Forest is a clean time travel, historical romance.

Book Highlights:

Historical romance

Robin Hood

Heroic Hero

She’s a chef

Strong FMC

They help each other

The Merry Men

Found Family

Time travel

Finding your place

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Love in the Details

About the Book:

Title: Love the Details
Series: Christmas at Coldwater Creek #4
Author: Britney M. Mills
Release Date: Novebmer 18th, 2020
Genre: Contemporary Romance

A CEO, a newbie event planner, and the Wakefield Christmas gala.

It was supposed to be all business. Dustin Wakefield came back to Coldwater Creek at the urging of his grandmother. Too bad she also wants him to hire someone to plan the Christmas gala. He thought he could focus on work once that was done, but he finds hanging out with Kassidy more relaxing than studying the business reports.

Kassidy McBride needs a new career now that she torched the one at the bank. She’s always loved planning parties, but is that enough to sustain a lifestyle, even a modest one, in a small town? When she gets the job to decorate the Wakefield Mansion, she tells herself she won’t fall in love with her boss, the guy she crushed on as a teenager. Easier said than done. When he keeps volunteering to help out, she realizes there is so much more to him than what the tabloids say.

Two hearts. One party. And the sleigh ride to tie it all together.

Book Review:

Another charming holiday read in Coldwater Creek! This one is the most Christmassy to me and I had a lot of fun reading about Dustin and Kassidy.

I really felt for Kassidy. She was feeling a bit left behind in her life, like she should have certain things figured out already. I feel like that is a very common feeling and it was shown in her POV. The Christmas party event planning job was her chance to explore something she really enjoyed. I admired her tenacity and her creativity. She was so courageous and she reminded me of my sister!

Dustin was so sweet! I loved his relationship with his grandmother and his care for her. He was so focused on the company and upholding the legacy left for him. It was overwhelming for him and he needed the outside push from Kassidy to see it. It was so sweet to see the McBride family through his eyes and to see him be welcomed by them.

This one was a lot of fun and I loved getting to see Kassidy and Dustin get to know one another. They both had some blocks to get over, but they really supported and helped one another. This was another cute contemporary romance with only kissing.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.