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Denise Devine

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Omfatter også følgende navne: Denise Annette Devine, Denise Annette Devine

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Sweet Christmas Kisses [14-in-1] (2014) — Bidragyder — 13 eksemplarer
Sweet Christmas Kisses 4 (2017) — Bidragyder — 8 eksemplarer
Merry Christmas, Darling (2014) 6 eksemplarer
Hot Shot (2013) 5 eksemplarer
Love, Christmas [Box Set 20-in-1] (2016) — Bidragyder — 4 eksemplarer
Sweet Romantic Nights (2021) — Forfatter — 4 eksemplarer
Ava (Perfect Match Book 5) (2018) 1 eksemplar
A Christmas to Remember (2020) 1 eksemplar
Lisa (2020) 1 eksemplar
Passionate Protectors (2020) — Forfatter — 1 eksemplar
Cute But Crazy 4: Quirky Careers (2021) — Forfatter — 1 eksemplar

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A sweet and lovely romance novella set on a cruise ship bound for the Hawaiian Islands. I really liked lead characters Sophie and Sam. Both have been hurt by loved ones and they feel they’re not going to enjoy the cruise. When Sophie and Sam meet onboard and start spending time together, they find that there’s a connection there and the cruise turns out to be so much more than they’d hoped for. I absolutely loved the cruise ship setting and I felt like I was there. I enjoyed Sophie's family. It was a quick and easy read and very enjoyable.… (mere)
 
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PaulaLT | Jan 8, 2021 |
A sweet twist on the Grinch scenario. Gordon bottles up his anger and resentment along with loneliness and pain to the point where his bitterness overshadows everything that has importance in his life. Holly is the optimist that turns his life upside down and pulls him kicking and screaming into the magical season of hope, charity and faith. Maybe even love. I am not normally a fan of stories with Grinch or Scrooge like characters but there was something so compelling about Gordon that I couldn't look away. Deck the Hearts exposes what an open heart and open mind can do for the soul and the difference one action can make in the lives of others.… (mere)
 
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Lashea677 | 1 anden anmeldelse | Feb 16, 2019 |
I am reviewing one book in this set: Second Chance Christmas by Merrillee Whren

Melanie married tennis player JD Reid for the wrong reasons. She runs into him again after a four-year separation, during which time she has given birth to their son. Melanie agrees to meet him for dinner where she plans to talk with him about Danny, but not expecting him to step up and become a father figure.

She is surprised when father and son make an immediate connection and finds that JD is so responsive to their child. Their own relationship is strained as they try to find where this unexpected reunion will lead them. There is no shortage of emotional ups and downs as Melanie and JD work out their relationship status.

This is a charming romance which is perfectly suited for those who do not have the time or desire to read a full-length novel. It is included as part of a multi-book set by multiple authors.

The author provided me with a copy of the e-book in exchange for an honest review.
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catchat | 1 anden anmeldelse | May 26, 2018 |
A collection containing 14 stories complied into a boxed set. Excerpt from collection: Usher in the holiday season with 14 heartwarming all-new, stand-alone stories from New York Times, USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors. Sweet Christmas Kisses 4 takes you from the Pocono Mountains to sunny Florida, and as far away as Portugal.

I chose to review the romance story by Kristen Wallace, Loving You At Christmas and The Gift Of Yesterday By Milou Koenings

STORY-LINE LOVING YOU AT CHRISTMAS BY KRISTEN WALLACE:

Loving You At Christmas, unfortunately, is the last book in the Shellwater Key Tales series. Former actress and Broadway star Annaliese Matheson features in the finale of this wonderful series. Annaliese still grieves for her husband Matthew; Annaliese believes she will never love again. Her soul mate's death left a hole in her soul and heart. Noticing a handsome, sexy stranger on the beach, Annaliese, begins to wake up from her three-year emotional sleep.

John-Luke "Duke" Evans, famous football star, finds himself raising his four nieces after his sister's death. Hot, sexy, and handsome, the women of Shellwater Key pant as he walks by; including the pregnant married ones. Meeting Annaliese, the attraction is immediate and intense.

Will Duke persuade Annaliese to give him a chance? Or will Annaliese continue to grieve and mourn; living in the past. My romance book reviews of Loving You At Christmas follows.

CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:

I am sad to say Loving You At Christmas, by author Kristen Wallace, ends our sojourn in Shellwater Key, Florida. A wonderful series of love and happy ever after, this book's a perfect ending for the series. Kristen Wallace filled this story with intense emotion; grief, attraction, love, and romance.

Although a novella, Wallace, created a solid tale which grabs the reader immediately. With skillful plotting and well-developed characters, Wallace made this novella feel like a full length novel. I found the pace perfect for the length of the book and her writing flowed well; making the book easy to read. Her scenes transition from scene to scene smoothly and with vivid writing I felt the character's emotions. My heart broke for Annaliese; enduring a childhood no child should and then the death of her anchor and soul mate, Matthew, brought tears to my eyes. I could feel her resistance as she began to care for Duke and his nieces, as well as, Duke's sorrow at the passing of his beloved sister. Annaliese must face her fears of losing the ones she loves; but can she?

Adding the mama drama with the Queen of Shellwater Key, gave the story an extra element. What a witch Wallace gave us in these books. Wallace also included a lot of humor in Loving You At Christmas. When Layla called in the big guns, I laughed and laughed. By the way, Noah's the big guns; Shellwater Keys resident soul searcher, advise giver, and counselor to one and all. Not only does this story have grief, it has a lot of funny snips and snarks. If I was not laughing, I found myself crying. I cried buckets at the end of the story.

Kristen Wallace also included characters from the earlier books. I love a series with continuing characters; we get an update on their life and all the town gossip. Loving You At Christmas, is a wonderful romance perfect for anytime of the year. I would not hesitate to buy this sweet, clean, romance for myself or a friend. Although sad to say good-bye to my friends in Shellwater Key, I am sure Wallace has another series up her sleeve.

STORY-LINE THE GIFT OF YESTERDAY BY MILOU KOENINGS:

When Bailey Ames' Aunt Muriel became ill, she returned from France where she schooled and studied; Bailey put her dreams on hold to cared for her aunt. After her Aunt Muriel's death, it's time for Bailey to spread her wings and live her dream. Bailey, alone in the world, returns to Green Pines, the place of her teenage years and past happy times to open a pastry shop.

Joe Hudson has loved Bailey since a teenager. Never able to forget her, he dates, but his dates are always temporary. With Bailey's return, he finally sees a chance at happiness. However, Bailey has relationship issues which force Joe to take a stand for love. Will love win out in this sweet romance? My contemporary romance book reviews of The Gift Of Yesterday follows.

CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:

Milou Koenings created a sweet clean romance which will touch the reader's heart. Koenings placed her characters in the small town of Green Pines; with all the closeness and protectiveness of each other you find in small communities. I love the atmosphere of small towns; from the gossips to the caring.

Koenings' tale of love never forgotten, held my interest from start to finish. Joe's character will bring out you're rooting spirit; a fine, steady, determined, good man, who never forgot his first and only love. His wealth has had no influence on his character, morals, or sense of community. His determination to win Bailey is wonderful. With issues of loss and losing the ones she has loved, Bailey, must face her hang ups head-on and make decisions which will impact her life.

I found the story-line solid, with well-developed characters and plotting which kept me reading A Gift Of Yesterday straight through. The pace of the book's in line with the length of the story and Koenings' writing is clear and easy to follow. Her scenes transition smoothly from scene to scene without lagging or bogging down. A perfect read for anyone who enjoys reading a sweet, clean, relaxing romance, I would not hesitate to buy this book for myself or a friend. I closed this book with a sigh of contentment.

FINALLY, PLEASE NOTE:

Additionally, I received this book collection from the authors and chose to voluntarily review the book with honest romance book reviews. Lastly, book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion. Consequently, all book reviews on-line and on my blog, are my opinions. In addition, no one influences my voluntary romance book reviews.
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vera_mallard | 2 andre anmeldelser | Sep 26, 2017 |

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Magdalena Scott Contributor
Raine English Contributor
Roxanne Rustand Contributor
Beate Boeker Contributor
Melinda Curtis Contributor, Foreword
Alicia Street Contributor
Shanna Hatfield Contributor
Milou Koenings Contributor
Christine Bush Contributor
Aileen Fish Contributor, Author
Mona Risk Contributor, Author
Patricia Forsythe Contributor
Grace Greene Contributor
Merrillee Whren Contributor
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Josie Riviera Contributor
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Katy Walters Contributor
Julie Jarnagin Contributor
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Brenda Novak Foreword

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