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Review: Tempting Wyatt by Caisey Quinn

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A grumpy/sunshine, forced-proximity cowboy romance packed with sizzling chemistry, emotional tension, and small-town charm. Perfect for fans of slow-burn, steamy opposites-attract love stories.

Wyatt Logan doesn’t have time for distractions. His family’s ranch is hanging by a thread, developers are circling like vultures, and after his father’s sudden passing, the weight of Triple Creek Ranch rests squarely on his shoulders. The last thing he needs? A smart-mouthed Hollywood princess renting the cabin on his land.

Ivy Anderson is out of options. Hiding out in small-town Montana was never part of the plan, but after a painful scandal nearly destroys her career, she needs an escape. A quiet place to write. To heal. To disappear. She’s not here to make friends—or to catch the eye of the broody, infuriatingly handsome rancher who seems to hate her on sight.

But with their cabins only a few feet apart, avoiding each other isn’t an option. And every heated argument, every stolen glance, every accidental touch only fuels the fire between them.

He’s all rough edges and responsibility. She’s a flight risk with nowhere left to run. They’re complete opposites in every way. But when the line between love and hate blurs, falling for each other isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable.

Perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Laura Pavlov, this slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance is full of tension, steam, and a swoon-worthy rancher who will steal your heart.

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MY REVIEW

Caisey Quinn is back with a delicious and unforgettable forced proximity, grumpy sunshine romance.  

Wyatt Logan has the weight of the world on his shoulders, and the last thing he needs is a distraction.  But when Ivy Anderson blows into town after having her heart broken, his entire world gets flipped upside-down.  

From the moment we meet Wyatt and Ivy, the tension and chemistry explode off the pages. Wyatt is a grumpy, stubborn rancher who doesn’t have time for the likes of city girl, Ivy Anderson. However, there’s more to Ivy than meets the eye, and the more time Wyatt spends with her, the more she gets under his skin. What starts off as an enemies-to-lovers situation quickly turns into an unforgettable slow-burning romance that will have every woman wishing for her own dirty-talking rancher. 

Tempting Wyatt is an entertaining read from beginning to end, with characters that are destined to steal your heart. With just the right amount of steam and drama, you won’t be able to put this book down. I had the best time getting lost in Wyatt and Ivy’s story and can not wait to see what this author has in store for us next! 

*I was provided an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

RELEASE BLITZ – Grumpy Sunshine by Lani Lynn Vale

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RELEASE BLITZ

Title: Grumpy Sunshine

Series: Content Advisory #1

Author: Lani Lynn Vale

Genre: Mafia Romance

Tropes: Grumpy/Sunshine, Enemies to Lovers

Golden Retriever Hero, Workplace Romance

Release Date: May 6, 2025

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The first day that she walked onto the surgical floor that Chevy Clayborne spent most of his time on, he knew that he’d do anything to make her his.

For two years, he played the long game.

He slowly insinuated himself into her life, and the moment that she needed him, he swooped in like the knight in shining armor that he only pretended to be but most assuredly wasn’t.

He’s no real knight.

In fact, he’s the villain in everyone’s story but his own.

He lives life the way he wants to live it, and damn anyone and anything that gets in his way.

He may appear like an upstanding anesthesiologist at work, but the moment he gets out of those scrubs and into his jeans, biker boots, and leather cut with the Truth Tellers emblem at his back, he morphs into his alter ego.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde ain’t got nothin’ on him.

He’s been putting on a front for two years, and just when he has Aella Cowan right where he wants her, he closes down every possible avenue of escape.

He thinks he has a future fight on his hand, but Aella proves that she’s not quite as sheltered as Chevy thinks. She’s perfectly happy being the old lady of one of the scariest members of the Truth Tellers Motorcycle Club and couldn’t care less if he spends his nights doing questionable things to despicable people.

As long as she has breakfast with him every morning, what does she care how he spent his night?

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AUTHOR BIO

Lani Lynn Vale is an American author of humorous romantic suspense novels. Born in the Great State of Texas, she has lived the majority of her adult life in East Texas where most of her novels are based. She’s married to her high school sweetheart whom her readers refer to as “LLV’s Bearded Half.” She published her first novel, Boomtown. in the summer of 2013 after the birth of her third child. She’s gone on to publish over 100 novels, with most of them going on to become USA Today Bestsellers.

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Release Blitz with Review: On Loverose Lane by Samantha Young

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On Loverose Lane by Samantha Young is now live! 

The #1 International bestselling author of On Dublin Street is back with this witty, emotional and steamy fake-dating sports romance in which ambitious entrepreneur, Beth Carmichael, meets her match in the grumpy football captain who moves into the apartment above hers.

Imagine my surprise when my new neighbor turns out to be one of Scotland’s most famous (and hottest) professional footballers, Callan Keen. I’m even more shocked to discover that the brooding player is still holding a grudge for something that happened (or didn’t happen) between us years ago.

Too busy trying to take my social media management company to the next level, I don’t have time for this gorgeous blast from the past. Or at least I shouldn’t. Yet whenever I see him, I can’t help but engage in a battle of wits with the grump upstairs.

When a huge client opportunity arises, circumstances force me to enlist Callan’s help. I require a fake date and Callan needs me to facilitate a meeting with my dad to further his own business interests.

The deal between us should be simple. Except, of course, the blazing chemistry we’ve shared since the moment we met. We can’t deny it, we can’t control it, and soon we’re agreeing to six weeks of no-strings-attached, mind-blowing, steamy shenanigans.

I told myself I was too smart to catch feelings. But when Callan finally finds out the truth about our past, he becomes the guy I used to know. And that man is way too easy to fall for.

The problem is that Callan has vowed to never let another person close enough to break his heart again.

It just might prove impossible to show my stubborn Scotsman I’m worth the risk, especially when old wounds are re-opened and threaten to wreck any chance of a future together…

The #1 International bestselling author is back with this emotional and steamy sports romance in which ambitious entrepreneur, Beth Carmichael, meets her match in the grumpy football captain who moves into the apartment above hers.

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MY REVIEW

I love, love, loved this book!

The On Dublin Street series was one of my absolute favorite series from author Samantha Young, so when I found we were getting a series featuring the next generation, I was over the moon.

Beth and Callan stole my heart instantly and I LOVED their dynamic. The push. The pull. The banter. It was all on point and led to some of the most delicious angst and tension. These two kept me on my toes and definitely left me begging for more.

On Loverose Lane wasn’t without its share of ups and downs and did tackle some tough subject matter. As someone who struggles with anxiety, Beth’s struggles made me feel seen. She was written in a way that felt real and authentic.

On Loverose Lane kicked off the Return to Dublin Street series with a terrific start. This book exceeded my expectations and left me with all the feels. I can’t wait to see where this series will go next!

*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*

Meet Samantha

Samantha Young is a New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. She’s been nominated for several Goodreads Choice Awards. Samantha writes adult contemporary and paranormal romance, YA urban fantasy and YA contemporary fiction and is currently published in 31 countries.
She resides in Scotland.

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RELEASE BLITZ: Unmasked Legacy by Bella Jewel

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Unmasked Legacy by Bella Jewel is now live! 

From USA Today Bestselling Author Bella Jewel, comes a brand new, thrilling, dark motorcycle romance with a twist of murder! You won’t want to miss this one!

Years after her father’s reign of terror as the infamous Shadow Butcher, Mera Sloane returns to the small town she once called home, hoping she can start again. But people there haven’t forgotten. When a young girl vanishes in a way that mirrors her father’s crimes, the suspicions turn to Mera, leaving her with no one to trust.

No one, except the Fallen Sons MC, a notorious biker gang whose leader, Wolfe ‘Rook’ Cross, knows more about her father’s past than he lets on. Wolfe is ruthless, magnetic, and shrouded in secrets – secrets that pull Mera deeper into a world of danger and desire.

As Mera and Wolfe race against the clock to find the missing girl, the lines between trust and betrayal blur. The closer they get to the truth, the more Mera realizes that some monsters wear familiar faces – and the deadliest secrets are the ones we keep.

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Meet Bella Jewel

Bella Jewel is a self published, USA Today bestselling author. She’s been publishing since 2013. Her first release was a contemporary romance, Hell’s Knights which topped the charts upon release. Since that time, she has published over twenty-five novels, gaining a bestseller status on numerous platforms. She lives in North Queensland with her fiancé and four beautiful kids. Bella has been writing since she was just shy of fifteen years old. In Summer 2013 she was offered an ebook deal through Montlake Romance for her bestselling modern day pirate series, Enslaved By The Ocean. In 2016 she signed a three book deal with St Martin’s Press, and another three just a year later. She plans to expand her writing career, planning many new releases for the future.

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Release Blitz: Stealing Hearts by Lex Martin

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Stealing Hearts by Lex Martin is now live!

A marriage of convenience might save his ranch, but will it break her heart?

I don’t remember a time when I didn’t love Rhett Walker, which is complicated since he’s ten years older and my brother’s best friend. After a falling out, we didn’t speak for years–until today, when he found me sleeping in my car, threw me over his shoulder, and dragged me “to safety.”

He’s grumpy and overprotective and even more handsome than I remembered. I’m shocked to learn he’s in trouble. Someone is sabotaging his ranch, which is thirty days from foreclosure. He needs a loan from a friend who won’t extend the funds unless he’s married. Only Rhett’s now a single dad with no plans to fall in love again.  

When his brother suggests I marry Rhett for health insurance so I can rehab an injury, my first reaction is hell no. I can’t afford to catch feelings for a man who won’t see me that way.

But spending time at the ranch reminds me how much is at stake–the family business, the welfare of Rhett’s children, and the happiness of a man I’ve always longed for. 

Rhett says we’ll keep things platonic in private, even though I’ll be sleeping in his bed. He refuses to mix business with pleasure.

Except when the lights go out in his bedroom, our chemistry is too explosive to contain.

Would it be so bad to fall for Rhett? Or will he steal my heart all over again?

One thing’s for sure–the clock is ticking on our divorce.

Stealing Hearts is an age gap, marriage of convenience, single dad romance. If you enjoy grumpy cowboys, sweet but sassy heroines, a family of rowdy brothers, and secretive small towns, this book is for you!

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Meet Lex Martin


Lex Martin is the USA Today bestselling author of Varsity Dads, Texas Nights, and the Dearest series. She writes contemporary romance novels, the steamy kind she hopes readers love but her parents avoid.

She’s always been obsessed with writing, starting in elementary school when she would pen short stories and make her father read them. (Afterward, he’d have to take her tests, but he was a good sport and did them without complaint.) In high school, when she wasn’t playing basketball, she wrote emo poetry and worked on the school newspaper.

She later became a nationally-certified high school English teacher and freelance journalist but decided she’d rather write romance novels than tests or city hall articles.

Lex loves coffee, rom coms, pen hoarding, planners, and college football.
She married her almost college sweetheart (they met right after graduation), and she’s still obsessed with him, especially when he writes her songs.

She currently resides in her hometown of San Antonio with her husband, twin daughters, and their bunny. Drop her a line. She loves hearing from readers.

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COVER RE-REVEAL- Until It Was Love by Pippa Grant

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COVER RE-REVEAL

Title: Until It Was Love

Series: Copper Valley Pounders #1

Author: Pippa Grant

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Tropes: Rugby Romance, Fake Dating, Grumpy/Sunshine

Teammate’s Sister, Enemies to Lovers

Cover Design: Najla Qamber, Qamber Designs

Release Date: April 11, 2024

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There are a million reasons why I shouldn’t agree to a date with Fletcher Huxley.

He’s a growly-faced, stubborn-streaked, international rugby legend trying to revive his flailing career in the US after being canned by his team overseas.

While he might have the good kind of thunder thighs, intriguing tattoos, and a booty of steel, he also holds the top position on my very short nemesis list thanks to what happened the first time we met.

Plus, his mustache is as terrible as the reason he’s picked me to be the woman he wants to date.

But he has one big checkmark in the why this date is a good idea column: he’s my brother’s new teammate.

They already hate each other.

And my brother has made an unfortunate habit of interfering with my love life recently.

So a revenge date with Fletcher to make my brother mad? While letting Fletcher think this date is merely for the good of the team?

Yep.

I’m in.

I’m moving to London for work in a month. And it’s just one date. What could possibly go wrong?

Until It Was Love is a banter-tastic romcom featuring an overgrown snack of a man with a soft spot for his purse dog, a normally optimistic life coach trying to live her best life, a mustache catastrophe, and one little tiny fainting spell. It stands alone and comes complete with a swoony happily ever after that will leave your heart in a happy puddle of joy.

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AUTHOR BIO 

Pippa Grant wanted to write books, so she did. Before she became a USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling romantic comedy author, she was a young military spouse who got into writing as self-therapy. That happened around the time she discovered reading romance novels, and the two eventually merged into a career. Today, she has more than 30 knee-slapping Pippa Grant titles and nine written as Jamie Farrell. When she’s not writing romantic comedies, she’s fumbling through being a mom, wife, and mountain woman, and sometimes trying to find hobbies. Her crowning achievement? Having impeccable timing for telling stories that will make people snort beverages out of their noses. Consider yourself warned.

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New Year. New Reading Challenge.

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It’s that time of year again! As you know, there is nothing more that I love than challenging myself when it comes to the books I read. Whether it’s a new author, series, a genre that takes me out of my comfort zone, or being able to tackle some books that have been on my tbr for far too long; I live for a good reading challenge. In the past few years, I stepped up my game not only with the books that I read but also by attempting to clear out that never-ending to-read list. As always, my challenges have been hard, but a ton of fun at the same time.

For 2025’s Reading Challenge, I really wanted to once again challenge myself and kick my never-ending to-read list’s butt!! And I am more than ready for the challenge……

A book by an author who is new to me
Contemporary Romance
Biker Romance
Paranormal/fantasy
Sports Romance
Romantic Comedy
Accidental Pregnancy Romance
Older Brother’s Best Friend
A Holiday Romance
Forbidden Romance
Billionaire Romance
Jilted bride
Workplace Romance
Fake relationship
Marriage of Convenience
Rock Star Romance
Dark/Taboo Romance
Mafia Romance
Forced Proximity
Historical Romance
An Enemies to Lovers Romance
Age Gap Romance
Friends to Lovers Romance
Diverse Romance
Small Town Romance
A book where one of the main characters is a First Responder
Second Chance Romance
Dystopian/Science Fiction Romance
A Grumpy/Sunshine Romance
Morally Gray Hero
Redemption Romance
Fated Mates Romance
Single Parent Romance
Insta-love
Royal Romance
A Fighter/MMA Book
Bearded Man On Cover
Bad Boy Romance
Gothic Romance
Favorite Trope
A book everyone is talking about
A book chosen for its cover
A book with a one-word title
A book with a setting in a different country than where you live
A book with no people on the cover.
A book where one of the main characters is/was in the military
A Book with Pirates
A Book with a number in the title
A Debut Novel
A Book that won an award
A book with less than 1000 ratings on Goodreads
4 Books on my TBR
4 New Releases
A book with a Red Cover
A book with a Pink Cover
A book with a Blue Cover
A book with a White Cover
A book with a Black Cover
A book with a Yellow Cover
A book with a Purple Cover
Summer: A Book with a Summer Scene
Fall: A book with a fall-themed cover
Winter: A Book that takes place in winter
Spring: A Book that releases in spring
A foodie book
A book with a neurodivergent character
A book with either Love/Hate in the title
A popular book you never read
An Alien Romance
A book where the main character is an artist
A book that takes place in Texas
A book that takes place in NYC
A book that takes place in Colorado
A Book for each month that starts with the letter of said month

Release Tour for Release You by Diana A. Hicks

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Former con artist Nikki Swift swore she’d never return to her hometown, but she made a promise to her sister and finally has a way to set things right. Henry Cavalier wants nothing to do with Nikki, especially since the last time he saw her, she skipped town with his money. But, if he wants to rescue his mom and steal his fortune back, Henry will have to put his trust in the thief who once broke his heart. Readers who enjoy second-chance, grumpy sunshine romances will want to sink their teeth into Release You by Diana A. Hicks, a steamy, small-town romantic suspense.

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Former con artist Nikki Swift swore she’d never return to her hometown. But she made a promise that is long overdue. Fifteen years after her sister went to prison for a murder she didn’t commit, Nikki finally has a way to set things right. She will do whatever it takes to bring her sister home, including living in a condemned hotel with hot-as-hell Henry.

Architect by day, poker player by night, Henry Cavalier wants nothing to do with bombshell Nikki. Hell, last time he saw her, she skipped town with his money. But after his family disowned him, Nikki’s particular skill set is exactly what he needs to rescue his mom and steal his fortune back.

To keep her promise to her sister, Nikki will have to come out of retirement and swindle one last time. But can Henry trust the thief who broke his heart once upon a time with a con that means everything?

Note: This is a steamy romance with explicit sensual scenes, happily ever after, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.

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Excerpt

Copyright 2024, Diana A. Hicks

“I know what you are.”

Something hot rushed through me. He didn’t say who. “You first.” I braced my hands on my hips. “What did this town do to you? Maybe there’s a way we can help each other.”

He clenched his jaw. The effort made him look dangerous. Not at all like the Henry I remembered.

“I don’t know what brought you here. What I do know is that everything that comes out of that pretty mouth of yours is either a lie or a half truth.”  His dark gaze darted from the condemned hotel, to the broken street, and me. “I see you. You’re full of tells, and you’re a horrible liar, but somehow people buy your act. My guys certainly did.”

My heartbeat picked up the pace at his words. “What am I, Henry?” I stepped closer.

“A thief.”

There it was again, a rush, a bubble in my chest. “I prefer con artist.” I rested my hand on his neck, and he let me.

His pulse throbbed fast and hard against my fingers. He was affected by my touch, even when his face remained blank.

“Same difference.” He met my gaze. “The question is: what are you here to steal?”

“Enough about me.” I jiggled his car keys in front of him.

“What?” He patted his pocket before he snatched the key fob from me.

“Now that we’ve established I have certain skills you could use, tell me about you. What do you want with this place?”

“We haven’t established anything.” He put his keys back in his front pocket. “I’m just an architect who happens to be good at poker.”

I nodded. That explained a lot—why he could read me like some sort of FBI agent. Whatever he was, I didn’t care. I was done here. “Fine. Five hundred Gs and the place is all yours.”

Lisa would have to listen to me. We never should’ve strayed from our original plan of winning her appeal and getting her out of jail. The money from my last con was supposed to pay for that. Instead, Lisa had struck a deal with that old-dude lawyer to purchase this place.

“Right. Except that’s not how much you paid for your half of the hotel.” He shook his head, a half smile pulling on his lip.

I crossed my arms. How did he know that? “How can you tell?”

“You scratch your nose when you lie.” He tapped my nose.

“No, I don’t.”

“Do too.”

What the hell? Did I scratch my nose? “Four hundred.”

“Is it really that hard to tell the truth?” He grinned, cocking his head.

“I didn’t touch my nose.” I was sure I hadn’t that time.

“Your hand twitched…because you wanted to touch your nose.” His chuckle sent an electric current through my body.

“Two hundred fifty.” I took a deep calming breath.

“Was that so hard?” He smiled, and a little wrinkle appeared around his right eye.

“You have no idea.” I grabbed my purse and took out my phone. “When can I get my money?”

He glanced at the hotel, biting the inside of his lip. “About that.”

“You don’t have the money, do you?”

“Not with me, no. I need a few days.”

About Diana A. Hicks

Diana A. Hicks is an award-winning author of steamy romantic suspense and science-fiction romance.

When Diana is not writing, she enjoys hot yoga, kickboxing, traveling, and indulging in the simple joys of life like wine and chocolate. She lives in Atlanta and loves spending time with her two children and husband. Connect with Diana on social media to stay up to date on her latest releases.

Praise for Diana A. Hicks:

“Hicks’ first installment of her Desert Monsoon series is confident and assured with strong storytelling, nuanced characters, and a dynamic blend of romance and suspense…A sexy and irresistible tale for fans of contemporary romance.” – Kirkus Reviews

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That’s a Wrap!

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Each year, I try to create a reading challenge that’s fun and challenging but also realistic, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I’ve read over 285 books for this challenge, 71 of which have sat on my Kindle for far too long. I’ve discovered a lot of new authors and exciting books in 2024 and can not wait to see what next year’s challenge will bring.

Here are the books that made my 2024 Reading Challenge a success:

CategoryBook
A book by an author who is new to meYour Hand in Mine by Lily Foster
Contemporary RomanceDoes He Know by Kaylee Ryan
Biker RomanceCaution to the Wind by Giana Darling
Paranormal/fantasyAnchor of Secrets by Tessa Hale
Sports RomanceWatch Your Mouth by Kandi Steiner
Romantic ComedyMr. Big Shot by R.S. Grey
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RELEASE BLITZ: The One by Marni Mann

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The One by Marni Mann is now live! 

USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann brings an angsty, tortured hero, billionaire romance to the sizzling conclusion of the Spade Hotel Series.

They call me insensitive.
They call me uncaring.
I’m a raging alphahole ninety-nine percent of the time.

But no one really knows Rhett Cole at all.

Memories are my currency.
Regret is my drink of choice.

I’m not the guy who didn’t care.
I’m the guy who only cared about her.

Lainey Taylor.

My reason.
My why.
My one.
The woman I’ve been in love with since my freshman year of high school.

A love so strong that I had her name inked on my body when I was eighteen.
She was my fairy tale.
My happily ever after.

Until I ruined … everything.
Until she looked me in the face and told me she never wanted to see me again.

That’s the day my life lost all meaning.

Fifteen years later, she’s back, and my dead heart begins to beat again.

Every story has a villain.
I’ve held that title for too long.

When the truth is revealed …

Will I win back the one?

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Meet Marni

USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann knew she was going to be a writer since middle school. While other girls her age were daydreaming about teenage pop stars, Marni was fantasizing about penning her first novel. She crafts sexy, titillating stories that weave together her love of darkness, mystery, passion, and human emotions. A New Englander at heart, she now lives with her husband in Sarasota, Florida. When she’s not nose deep in her laptop, working on her next novel, she’s scouring for chocolate, sipping wine, traveling, boating, or devouring fabulous books. Want to get in touch?

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