Wingman by Katie McCoy ~ Review & Swoon Thursday #KatieMcCoy

The second book in Katie McCoy's Rascal series is now out! Wingman was a fun ad flirty read that I devoured when I could! You need to meet Chase and Kelsey, as well as the rest of the gang! 
Wingman (Rascals Book 2)
Title: Wingman
Author: Katie McCoy
Series: Rascals #2
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Published: June 25th 2018

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Chase McKenna is the hottest bartender in the city… and he knows it. Sexy, charming, and abs for days? It’s no wonder every girl who walks through the doors is panting for him.

Except me.

I’m stuck crushing on my perfect boss, who has zero idea I’m even alive. I need a plan to catch his attention… and who better to teach me the tricks of seduction than Mr. Panty—Dropper himself?

The rules are simple: no strings, no stress, and definitely no feelings. But it turns out, Chase is way more than I bargained for, and as for the sparks flying between us…?

You can’t teach chemistry like this.

Soon, we’re throwing our lesson plan out the window — and our clothes right after it. We’re breaking all the rules, and my heart’s on the line, but now I’m wondering…

Must all good flings come to an end?

I was looking for a fun light-hearted read, and when Wingman popped up on my Kindle App, I had to read it immediately! It was fun and sexy, and I could see from a mile away these two would be good together! Now, Wingman is the second book in the Rascals series, and although I haven't read the first book, it didn't affect the way this book was written, it just made me want to go back and read the first book to get to know Alex and Emerson a little better.

Kelsey sounds like she's a little on the plump side, and has curves in all the right places. She's a character that a lot of readers could relate to, and has an open and bubbly personality. I like that she had a goal and talked Chase into helping her land her “dream guy”.

Chase was a bit of a player, but I liked that we got to see why he was that way. His story made him a little vulnerable and I could understand why he acted the way he did. I liked seeing him open up a little to Kelsey, and developed a sweet connection with her.

Chase and Kelsey were a lot of fun to read about, and I enjoyed seeing their training turn into something more. Although they both had different goals from this plan, neither of them would have thought they would find happiness together. It's not always smooth sailing and I just hoped they would fight for one another.

This isn't the first Katie McCoy book that I have read, but I think it's my favourite so far. I liked getting to know all the characters and enjoyed watching the connection between Kelsey and Chase grow. I love that they have a good support network of friends around them, although I'm not a fan of Kelsey's mother... I am looking forward to coming back to this world, hopefully soon!

Complimentary copy provided by the Author in exchange for an honest review.

*** Swoon Thursday was first bought to us by YA Bound. Since they are no longer with us, and with permission from Trisha Wolfe, I have decided that those of us that love to swoon need a central meet up point.  So here it is ladies! I have a link up for everyone at the bottom of the post you can add your swoons to, and I’ll set it up every week! So tell all other swooners out there to come on over, link up so we can visit each other! ***


This was a good moment between Kelsey and Chase, although I could see that it meant more to him!

“Hey, hey, come here.”
I stopped pacing and let him take my hands. “You need to relax,” he told me.
“How can I relax?” I demanded. “You don’t know what it’s like.”
“You’re right,” he said. “But the only way you’re going to get better at something is through practice.”
“What are you talking about?” I asked.
In response, he kissed me.

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Originally inspired by YA Bound
Katie McCoyKatie McCoy is a self proclaimed sushi addict, Cardinals baseball fanatic, and lover of all things theatrical. A St.Louis native transplanted to Brooklyn, she acts, sings, and shakes her booty when she isn't writing books about hot men and the girls who love them.





Other reviews featuring Katie McCoy
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The One You Can't Forget by Roni Loren ~ Review & Quote-tastic (@RoniLoren)

The second book in Roni Loren's The Ones Who Got Away series was released last month. I'm a bit slow reading and reviewing this one, but I finally got the job done! It wasn't a bad read, not exactly mind blowing, but still a good romantic read.
The One You Can't Forget (The Ones Who Got Away, #2)
Title: The One You Can't Forget
Author: Roni Loren
Series: The Ones Who Got Away #2
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Published: June 5th 2018

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Most days Rebecca Lindt feels like an imposter...
The world admires her as a survivor. But that impression would crumble if people knew her secret. She didn't deserve to be the one who got away. But nothing can change the past, so she's thrown herself into her work. She can't dwell if she never slows down.

Wes Garrett is trying to get back on his feet after losing his dream restaurant, his money, and half his damn mind in a vicious divorce. But when he intervenes in a mugging and saves Rebecca―the attorney who helped his ex ruin him―his simple life gets complicated.

Their attraction is inconvenient and neither wants more than a fling. But when Rebecca's secret is put at risk, both discover they could lose everything, including what they never realized they needed: each other.

I actually haven’t read anything by Roni Loren before, and when I came across a review of this book I thought I had to give it a try! It was intense at times, as the characters face dangers both in the present and the past, but it was beautiful to see these troubled characters find love.

Rebecca is basically a workaholic; the only time she has off she spends it with her friends or at home. Her past was holding her back a lot, I thought, as well as her father, pushing her to succeed. When Wes reappears in her life, she tried to keep him at arms length, but soon it became hard to deny their connection.

I really liked Wes, and I was sad that he'd lost so much, all due to a misunderstanding. I liked that he had somewhat, found his feet, and had plans to achieve his goals. He really was a sweet guy and treated Rebecca well, and encouraged her to do more outside of work.

The One You Can't Forget was a good read, but didn't blow me away as I'd hoped. I found it hard to connect with Rebecca, and I couldn't comprehend why a 31 year old adult would allow her father to control her life like he did. She seemed to see the world too black and white, which really frustrated me. I did enjoy the alternating perspectives though, so I could understand each characters hesitations and the troubles they went through. For my first Roni Loren read, it was ok.
I had a little giggle at this moment between Wes and Rebecca.

“I know. I just… I guess I like the way you look at me now.”
He lifted a brow. “And how’s that?”
A small smile appeared. “Like you’re always right on the edge of trying to convince me out of my clothes.”
He laughed. “That’s totally true. That’s pretty much a constant state when I’m around you. I’m obviously not doing a good job of masking it.”
“Don’t,” she said. “I like it. I’m not used to someone looking at me like that.”
“It’s not going to change, Bec. If that’s what you’re worried about. Your scars don’t scare me. They’re part of you. And to be honest, I’m really more of an ass man than a leg man anyway. And yours…is top-notch, lawyer girl. Grade A.”

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Roni wrote her first romance novel at age fifteen when she discovered writing about boys was way easier than actually talking to them. Since then, her flirting skills haven’t improved, but she likes to think her storytelling ability has. She holds a master’s degree in social work and spent years as a mental health counselor, but now she writes full time from her cozy office in Dallas, Texas where she puts her characters on the therapy couch instead. She is a two-time RITA Award winner and a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author.



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MARCH WRAP-UP


Hi all! I am running sooooo far behind on posts, that I thought it was time to play catch up. So over the next few weekends I'm going to catch up on my Monthly Wrap Up's and hopefully get back to date! 

So, life wrap up...
In March was my 16th Wedding anniversary! We celebrated by having a kid free weekend at the Towong Picnic Races! (A small horse racing event) It was nice to get away!
The kids participated in the local Fun Run, Jord's was the first female back in the 5km... not bad for a 12 year old!
Our little puppy ate rat bait... so it was touch and go, but she survived! 



Click on the covers to take you to my reviews.
The Elite (The Selection, #2)American Queen (New Camelot Trilogy, #1)The One (The Selection, #3)Cinderella Screwed Me Over
The Heir (The Selection, #4)Dating You / Hating YouThe Crown (The Selection, #5)Drunk Dial
Click on the covers to take you to my reviews.

These are the books I've picked up over the past month!
(Click on covers to take you to Goodreads)


A couple of ebooks for 99c!
HunterIrish Kiss (Irish Kiss, #1)
A couple of little goodies I acquired!
The Queen's Rising (The Queen’s Rising, #1)The One You Can't Forget (The Ones Who Got Away, #2)

Dirty Little Secret (Forbidden Desires, #1)

Naomi’s Weekly Wrap Up is a combined meme with the Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @ Caffeinated Book ReviewerBought, Borrowed and Bagged hosted by Braine @ Talk Supe and Stacking The Shelves hosted by Tynga’s Reviews.
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Ace of Hearts by Chantal Fernando ~ Review & Swoon Thursday (@ChantalFernando, @GalleryBooks)

Chantal Fernando has a new biker series, and I am so excited to get my hands on it! The first book is out now and the next two are coming in quick succession, so dive into this immediately people!
Ace of Hearts (The Cursed Ravens MC, #1)
Title: Ace of Hearts
Author: Chantal Fernando
Series: The Cursed Ravens MC #1
Genre: Romance
Published: June 11th 2018

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The New York Times bestselling author of the “swoonworthy and addicting” (Kim Karr, New York Times bestselling author) Wind Dragons Motorcycle Club series is back with more bad boy bikers in this first novel in the Cursed Ravens Motorcycle Club series.

Erin Dawson had the perfect life growing up in a perfect home with a perfect family. Her parents gave her and her sister everything a child could want. But after learning that the man she’s called “dad” her whole life isn’t actually her biological father, Erin is determined to find the man who is.

Armed with her original birth certificate, she finds her father, but begins questioning if her mom had been right all along to keep this information buried. It turns out he is the president of a motorcycle club, which could not be further from the life Erin leads. But, she’s determined to get to know the man who she gets her striking blue eyes from. Despite getting what she wants and finding her biological father, it’s the slightly older, much rougher but incredibly sexy biker Ace that catches Erin’s eye.

As the new “princess” of the Cursed Ravens, Erin is learning a whole new world, but her father has made it clear she is off limits. Will Ace follow his President’s orders or will he put his heart ahead of his duty? A sizzling tale of family and passion, Ace of Hearts features Fernando’s signature “snark and sass” (Booklist) and is perfect for fans of Kristin Ashley.

My first introduction to Chantal Fernando's writing was the Wind Dragons MC series, and I have continued to enjoy each book that she has published. This new biker series has been entertaining too, and I've loved getting to know new characters, as well as getting a small glimpse of a character from the first series!

Right from the opening chapter where Erin walks into the Cursed Ravens MC I knew she was going to be a character I was going to enjoy reading about. She was willing to go after what she wanted and would stand up for herself when needed. She formed long term friendships quickly and fell into the MC world easily.

Ace was the typical biker that I expected him to be. He was tough and intimidating, and he knew what he wanted as soon as he laid eyes on Erin. It was amusing seeing him struggle with his connection with Erin as she was supposed to be left alone, but he realised he couldn't fight his heart!

I really enjoyed being in this world. It was good to see that Erin continued to have a good relationship with her family and kept her previous friendships while still making new friends. I like that the Cursed Ravens MC aren't as bad as some out there, but I'm still not 100% sold on them being so good. Chantal Fernando always creates characters that I want to know more about. The world feels realistic and her writing is so fluent and easy to get lost in. I saw a glimpse of a character that was introduced in the Wind Dragons MC series, and I'm hoping we get to know more about her soon!


Complimentary copy provided by the Publisher, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
*** Swoon Thursday was first bought to us by YA Bound. Since they are no longer with us, and with permission from Trisha Wolfe, I have decided that those of us that love to swoon need a central meet up point.  So here it is ladies! I have a link up for everyone at the bottom of the post you can add your swoons to, and I’ll set it up every week! So tell all other swooners out there to come on over, link up so we can visit each other! ***


These two were so good together, the connection was definitely there from the very beginning!

He gently pushes me back into my room and closes the door behind us, this time pressing the lock.
“Is that what this is? Connection?” he asks me, sounding doubtful.
Before I can reply though, he lowers his head, cupping my cheeks in his warm, rough palms, and kisses me. Gentle at first, soft and sweet. Unsure. All that soon changes as we melt into the kiss, his lips becoming demanding, greedy. His tongue slips inside my mouth, and his hands move from my face to my waist, pulling me closer. I moan as he dips me back, my back arching, like in a romantic movie. His thumbs caress my hips, and I’m lost in the sensations.

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Originally inspired by YA Bound
New York Times, Amazon & USA Today Bestselling Author Chantal Fernando is twenty seven years old and lives in Western Australia.

Lover of all things romance, Chantal is the author of the best selling books Dragon's Lair, Maybe This Time and many more.

When not reading, writing or daydreaming she can be found enjoying life with her three sons and family.





Other reviews featuring Chantal Fernando
Conflict of Interest series
Breaching the Contract #1
Seducing the Defendant #2
Wind Dragons MC series 
Dragon's Lair #1
Arrow's Hell #2
Rake's Redemption #4
Wild Ride #4.5
Wolf's Mate #5
Last Ride #5.5
Maybe series
Maybe This Time #1





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Good Girl by Jana Aston ~ Review & Swoon Thursday (@JanaAston)

If Jana Aston writes a book, there is a fair chance I'm going to get it! I love her amusing romances and billionaires falling for young virgins! I cannot wait for what she delivers next!
Good Girl
Title: Good Girl
Author: Jana Aston
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Published: May 13th 2018

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I’ve always been a good girl.
I work hard, I follow the rules, I always achieve my goals.

But sometimes good girls want things that aren’t good for them.
Or someone who isn’t good for them.
Like their new boss.

And sometimes they do very bad things to get his attention.
Like sell their virginity in an auction.

Who knew he’d be so very, very mad?
Maybe this was not my best laid plan…

Freakin' Jana! She has nailed it once again with Good Girl! It was a hilarious and quirky read that I devoured so quickly I will need to read it again! I love the humour that she injects into her reads and the sizzling chemistry between her characters!

Ahhh, Lydia... the nerdy 22 year old virgin. After running into Rhys and he kisses the hell out of her, she wants him to be her first! She was a different girl through school, but I think it was because she was more focused on doing the best she could and boys didn't come into the picture. So it was amusing to see how different she was when she was fighting for a guy she wanted and she set Rhys up! He was unsure of what he wanted, and it was definitely a push/pull relationship in the beginning until she forced him to decide.

Now lets talk about Rhys; the rich and sexy-as-hell-man who made my toes curl every time he was near Lydia. He knew what he wanted, didn't think he should have it, but took it anyway! I loved his dirty talk, his bossiness and the way he took control. It was good to see inside his head, and why he was struggling with his feelings for Lydia.

I just loved this book and read it so quickly! Even though the situation was well and truly out of the norm, it was still hilarious to read about! I enjoyed the building chemistry between these characters and that they both had good friends they could rely on when needed (or not needed sometimes!). Jana Aston knows how to deliver a funny and sexy read that will always have me coming back for more! Let's just hope that we return to this world!

*** Swoon Thursday was first bought to us by YA Bound. Since they are no longer with us, and with permission from Trisha Wolfe, I have decided that those of us that love to swoon need a central meet up point.  So here it is ladies! I have a link up for everyone at the bottom of the post you can add your swoons to, and I’ll set it up every week! So tell all other swooners out there to come on over, link up so we can visit each other! ***


These two were so fun to read about. You'll see the chemistry and the humour in this snippet!

Rhys has rounded the bar while I babbled and now he's stopped directly in front of me. He places a finger under my chin and tilts my head up, placing a soft kiss on my lips.
"Why are you doing this to me?" he whispers in my ear. He doesn't seem so mad anymore.
"Is it happening right now? Are we doing the sex?"
"We're most definitely doing the sex," he confirms and takes my hand in his.

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Originally inspired by YA Bound
Jana AstonJana Aston likes cats, big coffee cups and books about billionaires who deflower virgins. She wrote her debut novel while fielding customer service calls about electrical bills, and she's ever grateful for the fictional gynecologist in Wrong that readers embraced so much she was able to make working in her pajamas a reality. 

Jana's work has appeared on the NYT, WSJ and USA Today bestsellers list, some multiple times. She likes multiples.



Other reviews featuring Jana Aston
Sure Thing
Wrong Series
Wrong #1
Right #2
Fling #2.5
Trust #3









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