Don't Fall for a Fugitive (Strong Family Romance Book 3) by Cami Checketts

ABOUT THIS BOOK:
A woman on the run … an appealing millionaire promising to shelter her.
Hazel Longhurst flies to America for Christmas hoping to photograph the beauty of Western mountains, learn to ski, and maybe find her an American cowboy. When she witnesses a murder, she runs, right into Heath Strong’s appealing arms.
Heath Strong has plenty of reasons to shelter and protect Hazel, but what about all the reasons he can’t resist her appealing accent, positive attitude, and adorable smile? Can he put his family at risk loving a fugitive or should he turn her over to authorities who might be on a mob family’s paycheck?
Will they fall in love for Christmas or be torn apart by the vindictive man framing her?

MY THOUGHTS:
I’m loving this strong family series!!!! It was so much fun to learn more about Heath and I absolutely adore Hazel. My Mom is British so it was awesome to read all the British sayings and words I grew up with. There were parts of this one that were a little slower for me but I loved all the extra romance and the excitement at the end! I can’t wait to keep reading the rest of this series!

Brink of Danger (Fog Lake Suspense Book 3) by: Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Ansley Wilder has always lived life on the wild side, using thrills to numb the pain from her past and escape her mistakes. But a near-death experience two years ago changed everything. When another incident nearly claims her life, she turns her thrill-seeking ways into a fight for survival.

Ryan Philips left Fog Lake to chase adventure far from home. Now he’s returned as the new fire chief in town, but the slower paced life he seeks is nowhere to be found. Not only is a wildfire blazing out of control, but a malicious killer known as “The Woodsman” is enacting crimes that appear accidental. Plus, there seems to be a strange connection with these incidents and his best friend’s little sister, Ansley Wilder.

As a killer watches their every move and the forest fire threatens to destroy their scenic town, both Ryan and Ansley hover on the brink of danger. One wrong move could send them tumbling over the edge . . . permanently.

MY THOUGHTS:
This one had me guessing until the end which is what I love! Edge of your seat suspense and not predictable! Love these Fog Lake books and Ansley and Ryan are so cute together. I have a soft spot for firefighters because my hubby has been one for 18ish years! I can’t wait to read more in this series!

On the Lookout (Lantern Beach P.D.) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A runaway woman. A dead body. A mysterious compound. When Cassidy Chambers accepted the job as police chief on Lantern Beach, she knew the island had its secrets. But a suspicious death with potentially far-reaching implications will test all her skills—and threaten to reveal her true identity. Cassidy enlists the help of her husband, former Navy SEAL Ty Chambers. As they dig for answers, both uncover parts of their pasts that are best left buried. Not everything is as it seems, and they must figure out if their John Doe is connected to the secretive group that has moved onto the island.As facts materialize, danger on the island grows. Can Cassidy and Ty discover the truth about the shadowy crimes in their cozy community? Or has darkness permanently invaded their beloved Lantern Beach?

MY THOUGHTS:

I love lantern beach and Cassidy. I’m not sure how I feel about this whole cult thing as the next evil on the island. I know that stuff is out there but I don’t like the idea of the island being tainted like that. Kind of a bummer. I still liked the book and it has a ton of suspense and action. I even like the newest member of the police force that is going to be good I think! Just not so excited about this cult story line we will see where the Author takes us....

Gaffe Out Loud (The Worst Detective Ever Book 7) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Actress Joey Darling is beginning a new season . . . of her TV show and her life.

Joey Darling’s life is finally on track. Her hit series has been picked up by a new network, her relationship with Detective Jackson Sullivan couldn’t be better, and she’s even bought a house. But right after taking possession, Joey discovers a dead body upstairs. 

Joey knows she won’t have any peace until she figures out why a dead woman was left at her house and who killed her. And she desperately needs peace as the “normal” life she’s trying to establish quickly progresses from great to the brink of collapse. 

The countdown is ticking as Joey must soon leave to begin filming. But one gaffe after another slows her investigation and makes her question her choices. The closer Joey gets to answers, the more someone is determined to make sure this season of her life is canceled—permanently.

MY THOUGHTS:
I forgot how much I missed reading this series until it came back! I love Joey and Jackson! As always trouble just seems to fall into Joey’s lap this time she didn’t have Jackson as much to help her out but she still seems to get things going anyway. Their rocky relationship had me on the edge of my seat because I want to see great things for them! The Author doesn’t disappoint with the direction their relationship is headed(no spoilers here!) can’t wait to read more in this series.

Edge of Peril (Fog Lake Mysteries) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
When evil descends like fog on a mountain community, no one feels safe.After hearing about a string of murders in a Smoky Mountain town, journalist Harper Jennings realizes a startling truth. She knows who may be responsible—the same person who tried to kill her three years ago. Now Harper must convince the cops to believe her before the killer strikes again.Sheriff Luke Wilder returned to his hometown, determined to keep the promise he made to his dying father. The sleepy tourist area with a tragic past hadn’t seen a murder in decades—until now. Keeping the community safe seems impossible as darkness edges closer, threatening to consume everything in its path.As The Watcher grows desperate, Harper and Luke must work together in order to defeat him. But the peril around them escalates, making it clear the killer will stop at nothing to get what he wants.

MY THOUGHTS:
Loved this one! It is edge of your seat suspense and had me guessing to the end which I love! Harper is amazingly strong. She and Luke have a rocky start but make a great team! The one had just the right amount of suspense and a bit of romance I really enjoyed it and was pulled in from the first few pages.

Risking it All (A Hawk Brothers Romance) by Cami Checketts

ABOUT THE BOOK:
A world-renowned extreme athlete. A motivational speaker and philanthropist. He thinks they're a match destined for heaven. She's convinced they're polar opposites.
Bridger Hawk has been in love with Avalyn Shaman since childhood. He knows he'll never be worthy of her charitable heart so he throws himself into a life-threatening extreme sports career. When they reconnect at his brother's wedding, he can't resist kissing her at every opportunity. She demands he stay away from her and her heart. After multiple rejections, he gathers what's left of his pride and leaves.Avalyn has always loved Bridger but he shredded her heart in high school and she knows given a chance, he'll do it again. When she's kidnapped and forced to be the pawn and prize in dangerous events that risk her life and her virtue, Bridger is forced to compete in the deranged challenges and is the only hope she has to survive. Can Bridger win and prove to her that his love isn't just a show for his fans?Bridger knows he has to save Avalyn at all costs ... even if it means he can't have her.


MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this one! What a fun story line. I mean scary but exciting at the same time! I like the suspense. It will keep you on the edge of you seat waiting to see what happens next and the last few chapters are crazy good! Great job as always!

Storm of Doubt (Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense Book 3)

ABOUT THE BOOK:
A pastor who’s lost faith in God. A romance writer who’s lost faith in love. A faceless man with a deadly obsession.

Nothing has felt right in Pastor Jack Wilson’s world since his wife died two years ago. He hoped coming to Lantern Beach might help soothe the ragged edges of his soul. Instead, he feels more alone than ever.
Novelist Juliette Grace came to the island to hide away. Though her professional life has never been better, her personal life has imploded. Her husband left her and a stalker’s threats have grown more and more dangerous. 
When Jack saves Juliette from an attack, he sees the terror in her gaze and knows he must protect her. But when danger strikes again, will Jack be able to keep her safe? Or will the approaching storm prove too strong to withstand?


MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this sweet novella. Jacks doesn’t make a huge appearance in the other books but I loved that he got his own story and he and Juliet are perfect for each other. I had my guess on the stalker and actually got it wrong this time which is awesome because a predictable book isn’t as enjoyable to read. I love Lantern Beach. I can’t wait for more from this little town.

Shadow of Intrigue (Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense Book 2)

ABOUT THE BOOK:
For her entire life, Lisa Garth has felt like a supporting character in the drama of life. The designation never bothered her—until now. Lantern Beach, where she’s settled and runs a popular restaurant, has boarded up for the season. The slower pace leaves her with too much time alone.
Braden Dillinger came to Lantern Beach to try to heal. The former Special Forces officer returned from battle with invisible scars and diminished hope. But his recovery is hampered by the fact that an unknown enemy is trying to kill him. 
From the moment Lisa and Braden meet, danger ignites around them, and both are drawn into a web of intrigue that turns their lives upside down. As shadows creep in, will Lisa and Braden be able to shine a light on the peril around them? Or will the encroaching darkness turn their worst nightmares into reality?


MY THOUGHTS:
I loved reading more about Lisa. It was good to get more background on her and her weird food combinations. My Dad always loved making weird food combinations. This one for me was a little more predictable than some of the others but I still enjoyed it and loved seeing the characters from the other books as well. Can’t wait for more of this series!

The Peaceful Warrior: Navy SEAL Romance

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Cannon Culver is known for his big heart, but there’s no denying it's the heart of a warrior.

Daisy Close fantasizes about a perfect boyfriend who puts her first and loves to talk until all hours of the night. While on a train along the Pacific Coast, she meets the perfect fantasy boyfriend. Not only is he sophisticated, handsome, and strong, he’s also a bodyguard for a delightful little girl who instantly loves Daisy and invites her to dinner with her and Mr. Fantasy.
Ex-Navy SEAL Cannon Culver, has one mission—the safety of a little girl. When Daisy Close is pulled into the situation, his gut instinct is to trust no one, but even he finds himself unable to resist this ‘Snow White’ type woman who everyone seems to flock to. After an all-nighter talking, a date with more danger than they bargained for, and then leaving her when he gets summoned to a mission … Cannon realizes there is no room for a woman in his life. 
Too bad he can’t get her out of his mind and too bad she doesn’t let go that easily. When dangerous forces threaten everyone’s safety, Cannon has to make a choice—give up the woman he loves for his sense of duty or let go and trust in a higher power.
Cannon and Daisy were cute together and I liked that Cannon’s main job was watching a little girl. For some reason the story line was a little slow for me but I still enjoyed it. Can’t wait to read the rest in this series.


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The Protective Warrior (Navy SEAL Romance)

ABOUT THE BOOK:
A daughter escaping, a Navy SEAL sent to protect her, and the beautiful island that might prove more dangerous than her father.Ally, daughter of the Duke of Gunthry, has spent her life terrified of her father and dreams of the day when she can escape his tyrannical rule.When her mum helps her escape to the beautiful island of Kauai, Ally thinks she’s found paradise and maybe more with the handsome River who keeps crossing her path.But there are unexpected enemies lurking in the shadows. And no matter how tough River seems, no one can withstand the army her father will send when he discovers her location.River Duncan is part of an elite security task force of ex-Navy SEALS. Little does he know his first assignment might prove irresistible to resist and protect. When he finds himself falling for the fun-loving Ally he plans to resign his position so they can join forces in their common goal of fighting human trafficking. River has never underestimated the enemy before, but is he fully prepared to protect and love Alexandria Gunthry?Will River’s protection and Ally’s love be enough to conquer a lifetime of fear and responsibilities? Or will they be forced to give up on their dreams in the face of her sadistic and powerful father?



MY THOUGHTS:
I read these backwards because I read the Captivating Warrior first. But I loved going back and reading River and Ally’s story. They are so cute together! I loved that she was British as well because my Mom is so it’s in my blood! As always Books by this Author are amazing and although I am not adventurous she is painting a picture of Hawaii in my head that someday I’ll go there. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series. I am on a quest to finish them all

The Resolved Warrior (Navy SEAL Romance)

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Enjoy this fast-paced short story that introduces a new Clean Romance Navy SEAL series by a group of bestselling authors. 

It has been six months to the day since Sutton Smith’s son Doug, a Navy SEAL, was killed in a rescue mission that went wrong. Add to the list Sutton’s failed marriage and losing the love of his life, the heartbroken billionaire is at the end of his rope. 
Sutton embarks on a one-day mission to do all of Doug’s favorite activities one last time before focusing on all he’s lost. However, an unexpected encounter at a diner changes everything, making Sutton realize he might just be the answer to someone else’s prayers. 
At the end of the day, he’s left with a choice. Throw in the towel or buck up and resolve to become the warrior his son Doug would’ve been proud of.
Read all of the Navy SEAL Romances:
The Protective Warrior by Cami CheckettsThe Peaceful Warrior by Daniel BannerThe Honorable Warrior by Kimberly KreyThe Broken Warrior by Taylor HartThe Reckless Warrior by Jennifer YoungbloodThe Captivating Warrior by Cami Checketts & Daniel Banner


MY THOUGHTS:
This is a super quick read to outline the beginning of this series. I have read a few already but now I want to read them all so it was great to read the back story again! Can’t wait to get started! This is a fun series!

Random Acts of Outrage (Holly Anna Paladin Mysteries Book 6) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
When Holly Anna Paladin’s fourteen-year-old foster daughter, Sarah, disappears, Holly senses something is terribly wrong. The teen has a life-threatening disease, and if circumstances don’t harm Sarah, running out of her medication will. 

Holly turns to the one person she knows she can trust—Chase Dexter. He’s one of the city’s finest detectives, but he’s also her ex-fiancé. Can the two work together to find answers and rescue Sarah? Or is the history between them too great an obstacle?
With every minute that passes and every new lead that’s found, the urgency to find Sarah escalates and Holly’s outrage grows. She’s determined not to let Sarah down. But as danger closes in, Holly’s world veers on shattering . . . and this time it might be beyond repair.


MY THOUGHTS:
I had forgotten how much I loved the Holly Anna series. This was such a good book. It kept me in the edge of my seat. I’m not loving the whole love triangle thing so I hope the Author write her with the right guys soon haha. Can’t wait for the next one in this series!

Tides of Deception (Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense Book 1) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Change has come to Lantern Beach: a new police chief, a new season, and . . . a new romance?Austin Brooks has loved Skye Lavinia from the moment they met, but the walls she keeps around her seem impenetrable. Skye knows Austin is the best thing to ever happen to her. Yet she also knows that if he learns the truth about her past, he’d be a fool not to run.A chance encounter brings secrets bubbling to the surface, and danger soon follows. Are the life-threatening events plaguing them really accidents . . . or is someone trying to send a deadly message? With the tides on Lantern Beach come deception and lies. One question remains—who will be swept away as the water shifts? And will it bring the end for Austin and Skye, or merely the beginning?MY THOUGHTS:I loved hearing Austin and Skye’s stories. Not what I would have expected at all but in a good way! It’s crazy how sometime our past comes back to haunt us but it is what we can take from it and learn that is important. I loved this one so much. I really love the people of Lantern Beach. I can’t wait for more.

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Clean Sweep: Squeaky Clean Mysteries, Book 14 by: Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Gabby St. Claire Thomas and her Cold Case Squad reunite to solve a missing person’s case.

A friend of Gabby’s husband needs help. His wife, Brooke, went to work one day and never returned home. No one has seen or heard from the woman in four months, and every lead has dried up. 
Gabby and her team begin to unravel clues about Brooke’s life . . . and not all is as it seems. With each new layer that’s revealed, they realize the case may be bigger than they ever imagined. Did Brooke walk away from her life . . . or did she become ensnared in something deadly?
Gabby fears this investigation won’t be the clean sweep she hoped for. No, the dirt she’s turning up might be more of a toxic stain. But as the stakes become clear, she realizes that failure isn’t an option.


MY THOUGHTS:
It was fun to read Gabby and the gang again, it’s been a while. Loved all the twists and turns of this one! This Author always pulls you in quickly and keep you interested until the end! Can’t wait to read more!

Deadly Undertow (Lantern Beach Mysteries Book 6) by: Christy barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
The thrilling conclusion to the Lantern Beach Mystery series is finally here!

The current’s fatal pull is powerful, but so is one detective’s will to live.When someone from Cassidy Livingston’s past shows up on Lantern Beach and warns her of impending peril, opposing currents collide, threatening to drag her under. Running would be easy. But leaving would break her heart.Cassidy must decipher between the truth and lies, between reality and deception. Even more importantly, she must decide whom to trust and whom to fear. Her life depends on it. As danger rises and answers surface, everything Cassidy thought she knew is tested.In order to survive, Cassidy must take drastic measures and end the battle against the ruthless gang DH-7 once and for all. But if her final mission fails, the consequences will be as deadly as the raging undertow.Lantern Beach Mysteries:Hidden CurrentsFlood WatchStorm SurgeDangerous WatersPerilous RiptideDeadly Undertow



MY THOUGHTS:
I can never express how much I loved this one. I am so sad to see an ending to this series but the Author did such an amazing job of wrapping it all up and giving the fans what they would want. This books was amazing I so many ways. Lots of emotion and suspense. Loved it and this whole series!

Perilous Riptide (Lantern Beach Mysteries Book 5) by Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Just when the current seems safer, an unseen danger emerges and threatens to destroy everything.

When Cassidy Livingston finds a journal hidden deep in the recesses of her ice cream truck, her curiosity kicks into high gear. Islanders suspect that Elsa, the journal’s owner, didn’t die accidentally. Her final entry indicates their suspicions might be correct and that what Elsa observed on her final night may have led to her demise.

Against the advice of Ty Chambers, her former Navy SEAL boyfriend, Cassidy taps into her detective skills and hunts for answers. But her search only leads to a skeletal body and trouble for both of them. As helplessness threatens to drown her, Cassidy is desperate to turn back time.

Can Cassidy find what she needs to navigate the perilous situation? Or will the riptide surrounding her threaten everyone and everything Cassidy loves?

Other Books in the Lantern Beach Mystery Series:
Hidden Currents
Flood Watch
Storm Surge
Dangerous Waters
Perilous Riptide
Deadly Undertow (coming soon)

MY THOUGHTS:
Wow just when you think this series can’t get any better another books comes out. I was lucky enough to get to read an advanced copy and I have to say I love how the story is coming together but I am going to be sad when the series is over. If you aren’t hooked yet you will be by the end of this one. This Author is always amazing at pulling you into the story. Can’t wait for the next one.

The Captivating Warrior (Navy SEAL Romance) by: Cami Checketts and Daniel Banner

ABOUT THE BOOK:
A lost love. Decades of pain. Is love a mission Sutton Smith will ever complete?

Twenty-five years ago, Sutton Smith was stripped of his rank of commodore and his promising career in the British Royal Navy. The real loss came when the love of his life dumped him and married a scheming duke. 

Duchess Elizabeth Gunthry has never been able to search for the only man she ever loved, she’s had to protect her daughter from the man she was forced to marry. After obtaining a secret divorce, she is still trapped under the duke's oppressive thumb. When the enigma she’s mourned for twenty-five years, Sutton Smith, appears at a formal ball to rescue her daughter, Liz is grateful to have one last dance with the love of her life and discovers all the old feelings instantly surface. 

When Sutton asks her to leave with them and trust him, she has to make a choice: trust in the man she’s always loved or play it safe and lose everything.

Don't miss the rest of the fabulous Navy SEAL Romances: 
The Protective Warrior by Cami Checketts
The Honorable Warrior by Kimberly Krey
The Peaceful Warrior by Daniel Banner
The Broken Warrior by Taylor Hart
The Reckless Warrior by Jennifer Youngblood

MY THOUGHTS:
This is the first book I read in this series and it was edge of your seat amazing! Dan and Cami are an amazing team. This collaboration between the 2 of them was pure genius! You will find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster and as any good book should you’ll be cheering, screaming and maybe even gasping or close to crying at some point. Can’t wait to read more from these 2 and the rest of this series as well!

Dangerous Waters (Lantern Beach Book 4) by: Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Danger lurks on the horizon, leaving only two choices: find shelter or flee.

Cassidy Livingston’s new identity has begun to feel as comfortable as her favorite sweater. She’s been tucked away on Lantern Beach for weeks, waiting to testify against a deadly gang, and is settling in to a new life she wants to last forever.

When she thinks she spots someone malevolent from her past, panic swells inside her. If an enemy has found her, Cassidy won’t be the only one who’s a target. Everyone she’s come to love will also be at risk. 

Dangerous waters threaten to pull her into an overpowering chasm she may never escape. Can Cassidy survive what lies ahead? Or has the tide fatally turned against her?

Other books in series:
Hidden Currents
Flood Watch
Storm Surge
Dangerous Waters
Perilous Riptide (coming soon)
Deadly Undertow (coming soon)

MY THOUGHTS:
Wow this series does not disappoint. Every single book will keep you at the edge of your seat. Cassidy’s story is getting a happy ending on end but even more complicated on the other. This book is all about loyalty both with the good and the bad. This series is amazing and I can’t wait to find out what will happen next!

The Baby Assignment (The Baby Protectors) by: Christy Barritt

ABOUT THIS BOOK:
BABY IN JEOPARDY

Tasked with figuring out who left a baby girl at the Houston FBI office, Special Agent Tanner Wilson has only one hint—his ex-girlfriend’s name written on a scrap of paper. But child psychologist Macy Mills doesn’t recognize little Addie, and someone’s dead set on abducting her…even if it costs Tanner’s and Macy’s lives. And with Addie and Macy as targets, Tanner’s new mission is to protect them both—at the risk of his own life andheart. Macy will do anything to help him find who’s after Addie, and make amends for her past mistakes. But for their reunion to become a second chance at love, they must find a way to survive the danger threatening to tear them apart.

MY THOUGHTS:

This was a fast paced suspense novel with a lot of action. I couldn’t imagine having to work with an Ex especially in a high stress situation. The chemistry between Tanner and Macy is there for sure but neither wants to act on it. You can’t help but cheer for a happily ever after for them all. If you like fast paced books that just keep the action coming you’ll love this one for sure!

Storm Surge (Lantern Beach Mysteries Book 3) by: Christy Barritt

ABOUT THE BOOK:
A storm is brewing hundreds of miles away, but its effects are devastating even from afar.

Laid-back and light: that's Cassidy Livingston's new motto. But when a makeshift boat with a bloody cloth inside washes ashore near her oceanfront home, her detective instincts shift into gear . . . again. 

Seeking clues isn't the only thing on her mind-romance is heating up with next-door neighbor and former Navy SEAL Ty Chambers as well. Her heart wants the love and stability she's longed for her entire life. But her hidden identity only leads to a tidal wave of turbulence.

As more answers emerge about the boat, the danger around her rises, creating a treacherous swell that threatens to reveal her past. Can Cassidy mind her own business, or will the storm surge of violence and corruption that has washed ashore on Lantern Beach leave her life in wreckage?

MY THOUGHTS:
Wow this series is so amazing! I couldn’t put this one down and binge read it as much as possible.  I finished in a day! Love the edge of your seat suspense. I’m hoping for great things for both Ty and Cassidy. Can’t wait for the next one in this series!