Book Review: Robin’s impression of A Stone’s Throw by Debbie De Louise

Hi, readers! The latest I Love Romance Blog review selection is A Stone's Throw by Debbie De Louise. Take it away, Robin! Thanks! A Stone's Throw by Debbie De Louise I received this book for free. This does not impact my review in any shape or form. A Stone’s Throw, by Debbie De Louise, is a romantic mystery about a woman who learns to decipher truth from lies, even after her entire world shatters. After losing her husband Peter to a fatal car accident, newly widowed Alicia Fairmont decides to take a trip to the small town of Cobble Cove in hopes of discovering more about her husband’s estranged family. Weary from her overwhelming life, Alicia finds comfort in the town. Not only is she offered the position of head librarian and a consistent (if slightly annoying) social group, she meets a handsome writer named John McKinney. But what starts off as a slow-paced haven turns into something more gruesome when Alicia finds out someone tried to burn her house down...

Book Review: Robin’s impression of Ablaze by Violet Elizabeth Moon

The latest I Love Romance Blog review selection is Ablaze by Violet Elizabeth Moon. Take it away, Robin! Thanks! Ablaze, is a short, action packed romance about freeing yourself from parental expectations to be with the one you love...

Book Review: Robin’s impression of On His Watch by Susanne Matthews

On His Watch, by Suzanne Matthews, is a romance thriller about a single mother who regains her pride, all the while falling in love with a man who secures her physically and emotionally. After a hit gone wrong, Nikki Hart finds herself being hunted down by an assassin who never fails to kill his targets.…

Book Review: V.B.’s impression of The Redemption Lie by Amanda Traylor

Hi, readers! The latest I Love Romance Blog review selection is The Redemption Lie by Amanda Traylor. Take it away, V.B.! Thanks! The Redemption Lie by Amanda Traylor If romantic suspense/crime is your thing, you will enjoy this book! Nina is an especially endearing character who’s well aware of her flaws, but is making a success of her life. Beck is not only sexy, yet competent, and has somehow retained his idyllic beliefs.  Action fills each page as the suspense and danger builds to an awesome climax...

Book Review: Ginny H.’s impression of Lyrical Embrace by Amber Daulton

Hi, readers! The latest I Love Romance Blog review selection is Lyrical Embrace by Amber Daulton. Take it away, Ginny! Thank you! Erica ran from Phil, he was abusive, and she had enough. While running away from Phil while taking a detour around a traffic accident, she ended up with her car breaking down in the pouring rain just outside the small town of Willow Creek. Dylan was driving home when he stopped to help a stranded girl. Her car had broken down, and she was soaking wet from the rain. Erica thought she recognized the man who rescued her...

Book Review: V.B.’s impression of The Hitman’s Mistake by Sally Brandle

The latest I Love Romance Blog review selection is The Hitman’s Mistake by Sally Brandle. Take it away, V.B.! Thanks! This book has an imaginative opening that pulled me right in. Miranda is personable and Grant is just freakin’ sexy. If you like crime/suspense romance for hunky FBI agents, here’s an awesome one. It also mixes in Montana cowboy vibes for those of us who love horses. I read it in one sitting; I just had to see how things turned out. Nothing is too trite, and the mystery unfolds without being too obvious. The author does an excellent job moving you through the scenes as the story unfolds...

Why Men Should Read Romance: a guest post by Rebecca A. Corio

Let’s talk about romance novels for a minute. Romance novels come with a specific stigma. They’re “cheap, cheesy, trashy, not real literature”… Do any of these sound familiar? Then, there’s the fact that romance novels are written for women only. Aren’t they? Maybe once upon a time. Now? That would be debatable. But consider, at least for the purpose of this post, that romance novels aren’t specifically written, NOT for men. Men read. As a matter of fact, men read a lot. And contrary to popular belief, a lot of men read.

Amazon Discount Promo Book Feature: Sapphire Promise by author Sally Brandle

DISCOUNT PROMO -- If you admire clever women and unfailing love in a tropical wartime setting, you will be captivated by this one... I am pleased to announce a cool book bundle offer by author Sally Brandle! You can grab the audio and ebook versions of her latest WWII romantic/exciting/inspirational (enhanced) memoir, now through April 8th! Yay, that's awesome! This is just in time for Women's History Month...

Release Blitz for Light in the Dark by Kate McWilliams

Light in the Dark (Moon Harbor Series, Book 1) by Kate McWilliams The closer they get, the closer danger lurks... I am pleased to announce a great book release by Kate McWilliams, a talented author I met during my journey! Her romantic suspense with a second chances theme, Light in the Dark, book one of Moon Harbor series, officially released today! Yay, that’s awesome! Congrats on your new release! When a new book comes out, it’s always an exciting time for an author. Kate is offering a look at her steamy romantic suspense, Light in the Dark. Let’s find out more…

What Most People Don’t Know about Romance Novels: a romance blogger post by multi-genre author Marie Lavender

I’ve debunked the top myths about romance books before, but today I’d like to discuss facets of the genre that many of us don’t always think about...