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Uncle Basil’s Demise by Karen Dean Benson

Blurb

Amidst the gas-lit streets of 1870 London, twenty-two-year-old Tamsin’s world is shattered when she discovers her beloved uncle, a retired Lieutenant Detective for Her Majesty, dead at his desk. It is midnight and sounds from her uncle’s library woke her.

Determined to uncover the truth behind his untimely demise, Tamsin embarks on a perilous journey of deception and investigation. With the clock ticking and suspicion mounting, she must navigate the dangerous labyrinth of Victorian society to unmask a killer lurking in the shadows. A killer who may take her life as well. Perhaps a killer who is close to her.

Finding a welcome ally in Harrison Spenser, a criminal law student, whom her uncle mentored, Tamsin and Harrison race against time to unravel the secrets of her uncle’s final moments.

Can the two amateur sleuths uncover the sinister truths hiding behind the façade of respectability, or will the secrets of Uncle Basil’s demise be buried forever?

The Review

Fans of both historical romance and historical mysteries are going to love this book. First in what I hope will be a long running series, it features and intelligent and fearless heroine in Tamsin and her equally appealing partner in investigation, Harrison. Uncle Basil was so much more than just the retired civil servant Tamsin knew and loved, leading to many questions of who wanted him dead and why. Tamsin while determined to find her uncle’s killer also has legitimate worries about her future as an unmarried orphan of uncertain financial status. I was only sad that we did not meet Uncle Basil before his passing; he sounded like a fascinating person.

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I LOVE Valentine’s! 💘 I always have. But I never thought of the holiday as just one for lovers. I was raised to think that it was a day to tell those special someones in your life that you love them. Because sometimes life moves at warp speed and you miss chances to tell the people closest to you how much they mean to you. Valentine’s Day to me is a chance to stop and let my loved ones know how much they really do mean to me. I get valentines for the hubster, my kids and I got something special for Puppers (he’s our four-month old spoiled puppy).

So… I thought it would be a great idea to put together two things that I love: writing books and Valentine’s. And that’s where the idea for VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY came from. So if you like chocolate and roses, you might enjoy this book. If you enjoy surprises, you`ll definitely enjoy this book. And if you love second chance romances, you don`t want to miss this book.

VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY is set in a fictional small town in Vermont. It is a close-knit community where coffee is served with a side of rumors. And those rumors are flying about Jackson Wright’s return. Even his childhood best friend, Carrie Byers, doesn’t know why he’s in town. But she’s too busy opening her new chocolate shop to get caught up in the rumors. Still, she can’t help but wonder what is going on with Jackson…

If you enjoy stories with...

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🌹 Secret Valentine

You don’t want to miss Carrie and Jackson’s story!

Excerpt:

VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY
Jennifer Faye © 2025 All Rights Reserved

Jackson Wright swung the sledgehammer again. He’d already ordered a large dumpster to dispose of all the debris. Sure, he could have hired someone to do the demo work, but he’d needed a physical outlet for all of the frustration and worry that had mounted within him. This was all his fault. And it was up to him to make things right.

He slung the sledge hammer into the wall.

“Hey! Stop.”

He knew that voice. He lowered the sledgehammer, propped the safety glasses high on his head, and turne

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I LOVE Valentine’s! 💘 I always have. But I never thought of the holiday as just one for lovers. I was raised to think that it was a day to tell those special someones in your life that you love them. Because sometimes life moves at warp speed and you miss chances to tell the people closest to you how much they mean to you. Valentine’s Day to me is a chance to stop and let my loved ones know how much they really do mean to me. I get valentines for the hubster, my kids and I got something special for Puppers (he’s our four-month old spoiled puppy).

So… I thought it would be a great idea to put together two things that I love: writing books and Valentine’s. And that’s where the idea for VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY came from. So if you like chocolate and roses, you might enjoy this book. If you enjoy surprises, you'll definitely enjoy this book. And if you love second chance romances, you don't want to miss this book.

VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY is set in a fictional small town in Vermont. It is a close-knit community where coffee is served with a side of rumors. And those rumors are flying about Jackson Wright’s return. Even his childhood best friend, Carrie Byers, doesn’t know why he’s in town. But she’s too busy opening her new chocolate shop to get caught up in the rumors. Still, she can’t help but wonder what is going on with Jackson…

If you enjoy stories with...

💌 Girl next door
🌹 He falls first
💌 Cinnamon roll hero
🌹 Friends to more
💌 Small town romance
🌹 Secret Valentine

You don’t want to miss Carrie and Jackson’s story!

Excerpt:

VALENTINE’S IN BAYBERRY
Jennifer Faye © 2025 All Rights Reserved

Jackson Wright swung the sledgehammer again. He’d already ordered a large dumpster to dispose of all the debris. Sure, he could have hired someone to do the demo work, but he’d needed a physical outlet for all of the frustration and worry that had mounted within him. This was all his fault. And it was up to him to make things right.

He slung the sledge hammer into the wall.

“Hey! Stop.”

He knew that voice. He lowered the sledgehammer, propped the safety glasses high on his head, and turne

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Valentine`s Day in the Regency era was a time when unmarried admirers from all classes exchanged handmade cards, letters, or tokens of affection. The tradition involved a lot of thought and care, and keepsakes were often handmade. Cards were decorated with lace and ribbon and often included a romantic poem. Other popular themes during this time were flowers, hearts, birds, and imagery of Cupid.
The oldest printed Valentine`s Day card appeared in 1797, along with The Young Man`s Valentine Writer, a publication with romantic verses for those who lacked poetic inspiration or creativity.

The Seduction of Lady Phoebe

LADY PHOEBE STANHOPE, famous for her quick wits, fast horses, and punishing right hook, is afraid of nothing but falling in love. Fleeing a matchmaking attempt with the only man she despises, Phoebe meets a handsome blue-eyed stranger who sends her senses skittering. By the time Phoebe discovers the seductive stranger is the same arrogant troll she sent packing eight years ago, she is halfway to falling in love with him.

LORD MARCUS FINLEY last saw Phoebe striding regally away, as he lay on the floor with a bruised jaw and a rapidly swelling eye. Recently returned from the West Indies, Marcus is determined to earn Phoebe’s love, preferably before she discovers who he is. Determined to have Phoebe for his own, Marcus begins his campaign to gain her forgiveness and seduce her into marriage.

Can Phoebe learn to trust her own heart and Marcus? Or is she destined to remain alone?

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Before I met my husband, PJ, I was a romance writer quickly becoming disillusioned with Valentine’s Day. Chalk it up to the many horrible first dates I’d soldiered through (including one where a man told me he was married in the first five minutes of getting coffee, and then when I tried to leave, he gave me a bag of homemade trail mix in a Ziploc bag he’d made just for me that I was 100% sure was drugged).

I’ve had my SHARE of whacked out dates. There was the man who wanted to try to tell me about my spirit animal – in the back of his windowless van. There was the other date who gave me a fake name, because he had a pregnant wife at home, with pictures of them together all over his socials.

And it wasn’t just first dates that were bad. I’d also had my share of terrible relationships: the toxic bachelor who declared all he wanted to do was get married and find his one, except that he made a habit of promising to be exclusive and then dating other people on the side. There was the man who asked me to marry him so he could move in and quickly not contribute to rent or utilities.

The list of disappointment and heartache, my friends, is LONG. And I can’t even count the number of Valentine’s Days I found myself bitterly disappointed – by the guy who didn’t call, or the one who forgot to get even a card, or made themselves unavailable to celebrate because that might give me the wrong idea of just how committed they really were.
But then I met my husband, PJ. For those you who come to see me at the cons (Steamy Lit, Romance Con, RARE – PJ is the gregarious teddy bear who lives to hand out our free highlighters. He’s a rock star in his own right). He out romances this romance author every single day of the week, and most especially on Valentine’s Day.

When we began dating, I told him I hated Valentine’s Day. Just like Sora (the main character in THE SECOND YOU’RE SINGLE – which just named a 2024 DWRI – Diverse Writers and Readers International – Winner), I’d been disappointed too many times to get my hopes up that I’d ever, really

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Before I met my husband, PJ, I was a romance writer quickly becoming disillusioned with Valentine’s Day. Chalk it up to the many horrible first dates I’d soldiered through (including one where a man told me he was married in the first five minutes of getting coffee, and then when I tried to leave, he gave me a bag of homemade trail mix in a Ziploc bag he’d made just for me that I was 100% sure was drugged).

I’ve had my SHARE of whacked out dates. There was the man who wanted to try to tell me about my spirit animal – in the back of his windowless van. There was the other date who gave me a fake name, because he had a pregnant wife at home, with pictures of them together all over his socials.

And it wasn’t just first dates that were bad. I’d also had my share of terrible relationships: the toxic bachelor who declared all he wanted to do was get married and find his one, except that he made a habit of promising to be exclusive and then dating other people on the side. There was the man who asked me to marry him so he could move in and quickly not contribute to rent or utilities.

The list of disappointment and heartache, my friends, is LONG. And I can’t even count the number of Valentine’s Days I found myself bitterly disappointed – by the guy who didn’t call, or the one who forgot to get even a card, or made themselves unavailable to celebrate because that might give me the wrong idea of just how committed they really were.
But then I met my husband, PJ. For those you who come to see me at the cons (Steamy Lit, Romance Con, RARE – PJ is the gregarious teddy bear who lives to hand out our free highlighters. He’s a rock star in his own right). He out romances this romance author every single day of the week, and most especially on Valentine’s Day.

When we began dating, I told him I hated Valentine’s Day. Just like Sora (the main character in THE SECOND YOU’RE SINGLE – which just named a 2024 DWRI – Diverse Writers and Readers International – Winner), I’d been disappointed too many times to get my hopes up that I’d ever, really

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Who Are the Order of Shadows? The Order of Shadows is a secret society with a singular mission: to control and influence the British aristocracy to fulfill their own shadowy goals. With operatives placed in critical positions, they pull the strings of the elite, shaping political and social outcomes to align with their hidden agenda. Their presence is a silent whisper, a ghostly touch felt but never seen.

Their Goals and Strategies The ultimate aim of the Order of Shadows is to mold the future of the British aristocracy according to their covert designs. Their motives remain shrouded in mystery, whether driven by power, ideology, or a hidden cause. Here’s how they achieve their aims:

Manipulation of Key Figures: By targeting influential members of society, the Order ensures their operatives are in places of power, making decisions that favor their secretive plans.
Secrecy and Disguise: Operating under pseudonyms and disguises, the Order’s members blend seamlessly into high society, their true identities known only to a select few.
Espionage and Information Gathering: A network of spies and informants feeds them crucial intelligence, while blackmail and coercion ensure compliance from those who might resist.
Strategic Alliances: Forming alliances with other secret groups and influential figures, the Order extends its reach and fortifies its power.
Disinformation and Misdirection: Through rumors and false information, they create chaos and confusion, keeping their enemies off balance and their true activities concealed.

The Fight Against the Shadows In “A Marriage for the Marquess,” the first book in an enthralling six-book series, the Order of Shadows weaves its dark web around Ewan, Marquess of Glenraven, and Juliet Hayward. As Ewan returns from war and Juliet navigates societal expectations, they uncover the hidden manipulations of the Order. Together, they confront this shadowy force, but while they manage to thwart its immediate plans, the Order’s influence remains.

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Who Are the Order of Shadows? The Order of Shadows is a secret society with a singular mission: to control and influence the British aristocracy to fulfill their own shadowy goals. With operatives placed in critical positions, they pull the strings of the elite, shaping political and social outcomes to align with their hidden agenda. Their presence is a silent whisper, a ghostly touch felt but never seen.

Their Goals and Strategies The ultimate aim of the Order of Shadows is to mold the future of the British aristocracy according to their covert designs. Their motives remain shrouded in mystery, whether driven by power, ideology, or a hidden cause. Here’s how they achieve their aims:

Manipulation of Key Figures: By targeting influential members of society, the Order ensures their operatives are in places of power, making decisions that favor their secretive plans.
Secrecy and Disguise: Operating under pseudonyms and disguises, the Order’s members blend seamlessly into high society, their true identities known only to a select few.
Espionage and Information Gathering: A network of spies and informants feeds them crucial intelligence, while blackmail and coercion ensure compliance from those who might resist.
Strategic Alliances: Forming alliances with other secret groups and influential figures, the Order extends its reach and fortifies its power.
Disinformation and Misdirection: Through rumors and false information, they create chaos and confusion, keeping their enemies off balance and their true activities concealed.

The Fight Against the Shadows In “A Marriage for the Marquess,” the first book in an enthralling six-book series, the Order of Shadows weaves its dark web around Ewan, Marquess of Glenraven, and Juliet Hayward. As Ewan returns from war and Juliet navigates societal expectations, they uncover the hidden manipulations of the Order. Together, they confront this shadowy force, but while they manage to thwart its immediate plans, the Order’s influence remains.

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Cleopatra knew how to make an entrance. As one story goes, before sailing to meet her lover Marc Anthony in Tarsus she coated the sails of her ship in so much perfume that he smelled her scent on the breeze long before she arrived.

She also owned a perfume factory.
The ruins of Cleopatra`s perfume factory are by the Dead Sea near Ein Gedi, and there is evidence that it also operated as a day spa — some seating remains, which is reminiscent of the chairs you might sit in to have your nails done or if you, too, wanted to be doused with fragrances.

Cleopatra even had her perfume recipes recorded in a book called Gynaeciarum Libri, which has unfortunately been lost.

So, ladies, if you want to do something different to attract the attention of that special man in your life, present him with a miniature scented -sails sailboat.

Secret Desires by J. L. Regen

Since the day that Eve bit into that apple and beguiled Adam, many lovers have been drawn to each other through fragrance.

While it has been used to attract males and females to each other, it also has other beneficial properties.
When someone needs a lift after a challenging day at work, spraying a lavender mist into the air calms frayed nerves and contributes to a good night`s sleep.

It is said that Cleopatra misted the sails of her ship with scent to attract Marc Antony.

Aside from her beauty, Napoleon might have been drawn to Josephine`s charms by the scent she wore.
As Christmas nears, what better way to tell that special someone how much you care about them than with a gift of scent.

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Cleopatra knew how to make an entrance. As one story goes, before sailing to meet her lover Marc Anthony in Tarsus she coated the sails of her ship in so much perfume that he smelled her scent on the breeze long before she arrived.

She also owned a perfume factory.
The ruins of Cleopatra's perfume factory are by the Dead Sea near Ein Gedi, and there is evidence that it also operated as a day spa — some seating remains, which is reminiscent of the chairs you might sit in to have your nails done or if you, too, wanted to be doused with fragrances.

Cleopatra even had her perfume recipes recorded in a book called Gynaeciarum Libri, which has unfortunately been lost.

So, ladies, if you want to do something different to attract the attention of that special man in your life, present him with a miniature scented -sails sailboat.

Secret Desires by J. L. Regen

Since the day that Eve bit into that apple and beguiled Adam, many lovers have been drawn to each other through fragrance.

While it has been used to attract males and females to each other, it also has other beneficial properties.
When someone needs a lift after a challenging day at work, spraying a lavender mist into the air calms frayed nerves and contributes to a good night's sleep.

It is said that Cleopatra misted the sails of her ship with scent to attract Marc Antony.

Aside from her beauty, Napoleon might have been drawn to Josephine's charms by the scent she wore.
As Christmas nears, what better way to tell that special someone how much you care about them than with a gift of scent.

Purchase Links

Amazon

B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/secret-desires-j-l-regen/1125516296?ean=2940165390814

Where you can find Joan

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanloisregen/

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Helen Tsang is tired of the pitying looks. From her parents, her friends, and even the bubble tea shop guy, who recognized her from the video. Almost one year ago, some loser couldn’t mind their own damn business and filmed an unsuspecting Helen’s very public break-up during what was supposed to be a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. A video of her ex-boyfriend saying, “It’s not me, it’s you. You’re holding me back” went viral.

Desperate to give everyone something else to talk about and with Valentine’s Day approaching once again, she asks her long-time friend Taylor Li to be her fake boyfriend, just to prove that she’s moved on and hasn’t sworn off love. (Spoiler alert: She’s totally sworn off love.) Taylor is the perfect option—single for once, and for some godforsaken reason, he loves Valentine’s Day.

But Helen didn’t expect how easy it would be to get Taylor on board, fitting right into the boyfriend-shaped hole in her life. All she wanted was a couple sickeningly sweet dates to fill her social feeds, not corny text messages of silly heart-shaped cakes, and bouquets of flowers that harbor hidden meanings. Wanting to be around his sunshine attitude and delicious forearms all the time? That definitely wasn’t expected.

With February 14 quickly approaching, it’s getting increasingly difficult to ignore her feelings, especially when she starts wishing it wasn’t all an act.

Oh God. What has she done?
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Not Your Valentine is a Kobo Original. Available in ebook only at Kobo, as well as some libraries.

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Mom Wanted: A Steamy Valentine`s Day Romance
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Widowed father Parker Townsend is stuck in a rut. After his two little hellions place a "Mom Wanted" ad in the local paper, he`s roped into a blind date. If that`s not bad enough, why did it have to be on Valentine`s Day—the most commercialized holiday of the year?
Claire Lauer answers the want ad to appease her daughter, not to connect with a handsome man drowning in emotional baggage. Hadn`t she learned anything from her ex-husband? But then an animal rights protest takes a turn, and she lands in her date`s bed.
With the past closing in, how will Parker and Claire seize their second chance at forever?

Excerpt

He joined her at the bar, his coffee mug in hand. Sunlight shone through the large windows in the adjoined dining room, so he scooted to the right to avoid the glare. "Let`s go out for breakfast. It`s only eight o`clock, so we have time before Niles shows up with the kids. You should meet them today."

"I`d love to meet your kids and brother, but I`m not dressed for it." She glanced down at her formfitting dress and patted her hair. A little frown pinched her eyebrows together. Parker ducked his head to meet her gaze, but she turned away. "I should tell you why I answered the `Mom Wanted` ad. It`s embarrassing, but—"

"It doesn`t matter."

"It does to me." Claire braced her hands flat on the bar and took a deep breath as though to gather her courage. "I thought taking care of Kaylie and rallying with likeminded people would be enough, but I still felt empty. After the divorce, I put my love life on the backburner and fell into a rut. You might as well slap a big loser sign on my forehead. That`s how I felt when I called the number in the ad. It`s pretty humiliating to have your daughter hook you up on a date."

Heat burned his cheeks. "I know a little something about that."

"I suppose you do." A hint of a smile teased her lips. Claire reached across the bar and entwined her fingers with his. "My mom and some of my friends have set me up on dates, but I always scared the men away. I didn`t scare you off, though, and I`m not sure why."

"Because

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Mom Wanted: A Steamy Valentine's Day Romance
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Widowed father Parker Townsend is stuck in a rut. After his two little hellions place a "Mom Wanted" ad in the local paper, he's roped into a blind date. If that's not bad enough, why did it have to be on Valentine's Day—the most commercialized holiday of the year?
Claire Lauer answers the want ad to appease her daughter, not to connect with a handsome man drowning in emotional baggage. Hadn't she learned anything from her ex-husband? But then an animal rights protest takes a turn, and she lands in her date's bed.
With the past closing in, how will Parker and Claire seize their second chance at forever?

Excerpt

He joined her at the bar, his coffee mug in hand. Sunlight shone through the large windows in the adjoined dining room, so he scooted to the right to avoid the glare. "Let's go out for breakfast. It's only eight o'clock, so we have time before Niles shows up with the kids. You should meet them today."

"I'd love to meet your kids and brother, but I'm not dressed for it." She glanced down at her formfitting dress and patted her hair. A little frown pinched her eyebrows together. Parker ducked his head to meet her gaze, but she turned away. "I should tell you why I answered the 'Mom Wanted' ad. It's embarrassing, but—"

"It doesn't matter."

"It does to me." Claire braced her hands flat on the bar and took a deep breath as though to gather her courage. "I thought taking care of Kaylie and rallying with likeminded people would be enough, but I still felt empty. After the divorce, I put my love life on the backburner and fell into a rut. You might as well slap a big loser sign on my forehead. That's how I felt when I called the number in the ad. It's pretty humiliating to have your daughter hook you up on a date."

Heat burned his cheeks. "I know a little something about that."

"I suppose you do." A hint of a smile teased her lips. Claire reached across the bar and entwined her fingers with his. "My mom and some of my friends have set me up on dates, but I always scared the men away. I didn't scare you off, though, and I'm not sure why."

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A Big Surprise by Valentine`s Day by Jackie Lau

A relationship isn`t in her plans. Unfortunately, things don`t always go according to plan.

Amber Wong has landed her dream job at the Stratford Festival, and life is looking good. Sure, she hasn`t had sex in so long that her condoms have expired, but she`ll just pick up some new ones, along with some discounted Christmas chocolate, at the grocery store.

And that`s where she runs into Dr. Sebastian Lam, the son of her parents` close friends, whom she hasn`t seen in years. He`s moved back to Ontario, newly single, and... Oh my God. He`s really hot.

The attraction is mutual and no-strings-attached sex is the perfect arrangement for both of them, since Amber has sworn off dating after a string of terrible boyfriends.

But what if their families find out they`re spending time together and start interfering in their lives? That would be a disaster.

Even worse? If they develop feelings for each other, given a relationship is the last thing Amber wants right now...

A Big Surprise for Valentine`s Day is the fourth novella in the Holidays with the Wongs series, perfect for fans of lighthearted romances with a little steam. Each book is centered around a different holiday and can be read as a standalone.

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Cupid’s Shot by Serena Pier
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Since when does Aaron Olson have abs like that? I haven`t seen him since high school, but now I find myself desperate to see much more of him.

Sarah Anderson`s plan for the Cupid`s Crush event at the local bar, High Five, is straightforward: enjoy some playful banter and score a free drink. After a decade on the West Coast, Sarah`s still adjusting to life back in her small Wisconsin hometown, surrounded by familiar faces—until one of them completely catches her off guard. Aaron Olson, the once scrawny high school wrestler, is now tending bar shirtless with fluffy angel wings strapped to his back, revealing a physique that is distracting in the best way.

What starts as light-hearted banter turns into a flirtatious game of cat and mouse, where Sarah learns that you shouldn`t judge someone by who they were in high school—because they might just surprise you in the most irresistible ways.

In this flirty and steamy Valentine`s themed novella, discover the thrill of seeing an old friend in a whole new light, and watch sparks fly as past perceptions are shattered and new attractions take hold.

High Five Novella Series:
From divorce and raising children, to relocating and calling off a wedding, dating in your thirties is different.

The steamy and romantic High Five Novella series follows three friends as they navigate love and life`s challenges in their hometown of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. While each holiday-themed novella can be enjoyed as a standalone, reading them in order is recommended for the full experience.

Book #1:Santa`s Coming: Emily, a single mother, finds herself enchanted by a charismatic man playing Santa in a local bar.

Book #2: Cupid`s Shot: Sarah, a West Coast girl reacclimating to small-town life, discovers the thrill of seeing an old friend in a new light—shirtless and wearing angel wings.

Book #3: Shamrock Kisses: Rachel, who`s sworn off dating apps, unexpectedly connects with a Chicago guy in town for the weekend.

Purchase Links:

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cupids-shot-serena-pier/1146422967
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cupids-...

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Cupid’s Shot by Serena Pier
https://coffeetimeromance.com/cupids-shot-by-serena-pier/

Since when does Aaron Olson have abs like that? I haven't seen him since high school, but now I find myself desperate to see much more of him.

Sarah Anderson's plan for the Cupid's Crush event at the local bar, High Five, is straightforward: enjoy some playful banter and score a free drink. After a decade on the West Coast, Sarah's still adjusting to life back in her small Wisconsin hometown, surrounded by familiar faces—until one of them completely catches her off guard. Aaron Olson, the once scrawny high school wrestler, is now tending bar shirtless with fluffy angel wings strapped to his back, revealing a physique that is distracting in the best way.

What starts as light-hearted banter turns into a flirtatious game of cat and mouse, where Sarah learns that you shouldn't judge someone by who they were in high school—because they might just surprise you in the most irresistible ways.

In this flirty and steamy Valentine's themed novella, discover the thrill of seeing an old friend in a whole new light, and watch sparks fly as past perceptions are shattered and new attractions take hold.

High Five Novella Series:
From divorce and raising children, to relocating and calling off a wedding, dating in your thirties is different.

The steamy and romantic High Five Novella series follows three friends as they navigate love and life's challenges in their hometown of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. While each holiday-themed novella can be enjoyed as a standalone, reading them in order is recommended for the full experience.

Book #1:Santa's Coming: Emily, a single mother, finds herself enchanted by a charismatic man playing Santa in a local bar.

Book #2: Cupid's Shot: Sarah, a West Coast girl reacclimating to small-town life, discovers the thrill of seeing an old friend in a new light—shirtless and wearing angel wings.

Book #3: Shamrock Kisses: Rachel, who's sworn off dating apps, unexpectedly connects with a Chicago guy in town for the weekend.

Purchase Links:

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cupids-shot-serena-pier/1146422967
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cupids-...

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