Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Bleeding Heart

 

Danger lurks in the shadows as Sara and Scott's idyllic holiday takes a sinister turn. With a violent convict named Randy Meyers on the loose, every moment becomes a battle for survival. Will their love withstand the looming threat, or will it crumble under the weight of uncertainty? Readers who enjoy romantic suspense and strong heroines will devour Bleeding Heart by Tricia T. LaRochelle, the fourth installment of the Sara Browne series.

“Bleeding Heart literally went straight to my heart. This is the fourth book in Sara and Scott’s love story. It is a fast-paced holiday story that could be read as a standalone….but why would you? The first three books were Amazing!”-Reading in the Red Room




Blurb

Sara Williams yearns for a tranquil existence as she embraces her new life as a teacher and wife. Her ultimate desire is to cultivate a sense of security and simplicity alongside her husband, Scott.

But the escape of a notorious convict, Randy Meyers, disrupts Sara's and Scott’s newfound stability, unleashing a wave of fear and uncertainty.

While danger looms, Sara is offered an unforeseen opportunity that threatens her future with Scott. Amidst the chaos of Christmastime, Sara and Scott's love is put to the ultimate test. With each twist and turn, they must decide: will they let fear dictate their destiny, or will they embrace the unknown with open arms?

The heart that beats the hardest is the one that refuses to bleed out hope. Dive into Sara’s world and witness the true mettle of the Christmas spirit.

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Excerpt

Copyright 2024, Tricia T. LaRochelle

 “Can we have our snacks now, Mrs. Williams?” Trina, my petite student with short, blond hair asked with a hopeful spark in her greenish-blue eyes.

“Sure.” I stood. “Go ahead and grab your snacks and sit at your desks for snack time. But wash your hands first. Knowing the drill, my students made their way to the bathroom to scrub up. Thankfully, they never seemed to mind. 

“I’ll continue reading our first Magic Tree House book, Dinosaurs Before Dark.” I made my way to the story corner where a cushy carpet covered the floor, and a small bookcase displayed our class selections. With book in hand, I dragged a stool to the front of the room. “Do you all remember where we left off?” This was always a good way to see how much they had retained from a previous reading.

But before anyone could answer me, my walkie-talkie crackled to life on my desk. I lifted my index finger. “Hold that thought. I'll be right back.”

Oblivious, the students opened their respective snacks and drinks, chatting with each other about the dodgeball game while I grabbed my walkie-talkie. Giselle hovered near the students in case anyone needed help opening a chip bag or a juice box.

I lifted the walkie-talkie close to my ear and heard what sounded like Principal Robbins say, “Lockdown. This is not a drill. Code 3. Shelter in Place. Follow protocol.” My heart leapt into my throat. Code 3 meant there was a possible threat on campus!

Holy crap!

From within my desk, my cell phone, which remained on vibrate, blew up a moment later. I pulled open the drawer and scanned the warning texts from the school as well. Another protocol. There was no chance I’d misunderstood, though I’d held onto that hope for a brief moment.

Trying to ignore my racing heart, I grabbed my lockdown binder and flung it open to the procedural page. “Giselle, can you read to the students for me?” I rushed over and handed her the book, trying to stay calm.

“What’s going on?” she mumbled, one of her hands half-covering her mouth.

“Lockdown, Code 3. We need to shelter in place.” 


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About Tricia T. LaRochelle


About Tricia T. LaRochelle

Since she was a little girl, award-winning author Tricia T. LaRochelle has been obsessed with tragic love stories. No beach reads for her. Bring on the grit with a double side of turmoil. She likes to feel the character’s anguish as they fight to overcome obstacles to be together. Growing up in central Vermont, she has seen her share of tragedy but remains a hopeful romantic. She now lives in central Virginia, where she continues to foster the possibilities of how love can conquer all.

Flickering Heart, part of her Sara Browne series, won a Gold Medal in the 2023 Readers’ Favorite Contest for New Adult and was a first-place winner in the 2022 Incipere Awards for romance. Revive received an Honorable Mention in the 2022 Incipere Awards for romance in the same series. Her stand-alone contemporary, Sun in My Heart, won second place in the 2024 Bookfest Awards for Romance-Contemporary Romance-New Adult and a Bronze Medal in the 2024 Readers’ Favorite Contest for New Adult Fiction. Her next installment in the Sara Browne Series, Bleeding Heart – A Holiday Romance launches December, 3rd 2024.

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Monday, December 2, 2024

Stick by You


Title: Stick by You
Series: Chicago Steel Series Finale
Author: Jessica Buss
Genre: Sports/Hockey Romance
Release Date: December 2, 2024
Cover Design: Karen Hulseman @ Feed Your Dreams Designs


With most of the guys now retired from hockey and their families growing, it’s the perfect time to take a group trip to Alaska. Come with them as they explore a small snippet of what the majestic forty-ninth state has to offer.

The Finger Lake Chalet promises that adventure awaits its guests. With the amazing Thatcher family, Francisco the chef, and Monty the mischievous raven, memorable moments are in store. And because it’s the Steel men and their ladies, it’s bound to be funny and hot.







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Release You


Join us for the cover reveal of Release You by Diana A. Hicks. Fans who love Second Chance, Grumpy Sunshine Romances will sink their teeth into this sexy, small-town romantic suspense. Keep scrolling for more details about this sexy cover.

Title: Release You

Author: Diana A. Hicks

Release Date: 12/26/2024

Genres: Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance

Page Count: TBD

Tropes: Second Chance Romance, Grumpy Sunshine, Small-Town, Forced Proximity



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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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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Never Too Late



Title: Never Too Late
Series: The Corporation: Washington, D.C. #2
Author: A.C. Arthur
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Tropes: Age Gap/Brother's Best Friend
Stalker/Breeding Kink
Release Date: November 29, 2024


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Music mogul, Niko DiLaurentis is all about building his empire and making his money. Raised by the streets and saved by the church, he managed to turn out better than anyone who knew him expected. Now, he has everything he could ever dream of, except her.

If she were the type to believe in curses, Rowyn Blackstone would swear one had been placed on her. For as long as she can remember she’s been recovering from one loss after another. But she’s not built to break and her eyes always remain on the prize. Until she sees him again.

What was his former mentee’s younger sister doing working at The Corporation?

How is she supposed to react when her late brother’s best friend calls her into one of the private rooms at a sex club?

Their reunion was as unexpected as the passion that quickly burns between them, but will that be enough to conquer both their demons, and is it too late to live that happy ever after they’d both been afraid to dream of?







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AUTHOR BIO


AC Arthur has worked as a paralegal in every field of law since high school, but her first love is and will always be writing romance. She’s written and won awards for her acclaimed Donovans and Shadow Shifters contemporary and paranormal romance series, respectively. Under her pen name, Lacey Baker, she created the quaint small towns of Sweetland and Crescent Island and wrote the novelization for the Original Hallmark Channel Movies, A Gingerbread Romand and Christmas In Evergreen: Bells Are Ringing.

After years of hosting reader appreciation events, AC created the One Love Reunion, an event designed to bring readers and authors together to celebrate their love of books.

AC resides in Maryland with her family, where she’s currently working on her next book…or watching Criminal Minds.


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