Oct 3, 2023

#BookReview #DoNotOpen #KierstenModglin #PreorderNow #MustRead

On the day author Mari Montgomery receives the email, she has little left to live for.


The message—simple yet utterly life-changing—offers a dash of hope into her dismal existence. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime and, if she takes it, it could change everything.


Her immediate sense of unease is surpassed only by the curiosity evoked by the supposed fan on the other end of the email. Unsatisfied after her due diligence, with no way to discern the legitimacy of the sender, Mari takes a leap of faith and replies.


What harm could come from one, innocent message?


Soon, as she comes face-to-face with her ‘number one fan’, it’s all too clear things are not what they first appeared. Now trapped by a villain far more sinister than she could’ve crafted herself, the fate awaiting her is inspired by the darkest depths of the monsters in her own novels. 


In order to escape and survive, Mari must use the strength of the heroines she’s spent years writing about. But this villain has spent years inside her worlds too. 


How will she defeat an evil who has learned from the best?


For fans of Misery, YOU, and Behind Closed Doors, million-copy bestselling author Kiersten Modglin brings us a haunting tale of obsession and survival in the form of a writer’s worst nightmare come to life.

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 ABOUT KIERSTEN MODGLIN


KIERSTEN MODGLIN is an Amazon Top 10 bestselling author of psychological thrillers. Her books have sold over a million copies and been translated into multiple languages. Kiersten is a member of International Thriller Writers, Novelists, Inc., and the Alliance of Independent Authors. She is a KDP Select All-Star and a recipient of ThrillerFix's Best Psychological Thriller Award, Suspense Magazine's Best Book of 2021 Award, a 2022 Silver Falchion for Best Suspense, and a 2022 Silver Falchion for Best Overall Book of 2021. Kiersten grew up in rural western Kentucky and later relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, where she now lives with her family. Kiersten's readers across the world lovingly refer to her as "KMod." A binge-watching expert, psychology fanatic, and indoorenthusiast, Kiersten enjoys rainy days spent with her favorite people and evenings with her nose in a book.

CONNECT WITH KIERSTEN

Ask Kiersten… A’s for all your Q’s

Q: Would you rather spend a month where all you can do is read or all you can do is write?

A: Ahhh! I’d be so miserable without both. I can’t choose!


Q: Do you have any tattoos?

A: I do! I have two. My first is a Harry Potter tattoo (the word Always in Harry Potter font, with the Deathly Hallows symbol as the A) and the second is my dad’s thumbprints placed together to form a heart with his handwriting from a letter he wrote. I got it shortly after he passed away in 2021.


Q: What was the inspiration for the title of your next release, Do Not Open?

A: I’ve had this title on my idea list for a while. It’s so creepy and ominous and I’ve desperately wanted to use it, but I had to wait for the perfect story.


Q: Do you have any book boyfriends?

A: Ha! How much time do you have? Aside from a few in my own books (Tucker, Noah, Gunner, Grant, Finn), some of my favorites are Tobias from Dirty Curve by Meagan Brandy, Garrett from Elle Kennedy’s The Deal, and Clay from Kandi Steiner’s Blind Side.



Do Not Open
Written By
Kiersten Modglin
Reviewed By 
Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews

First, I want to thank Kiersten Modglin for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review!


OMG!! OMG!! OMG!!! Kiersten Modglin has done it again, totally exceeding all my expectations!! Seriously, every author and their fan base NEEDS to read this ripped from the headlines storyline! Kiersten has never told a story quite like this one as she will tap into all of your emotions. Fair warning you may need a tissue or two! 


Kiersten put a lot of heart and soul into creating Mari’s character as I saw similarities In the two. For this reason I not only wanted to reach in the book and give Mari a hug but Kiersten as well too. 


Do Not Open is fast paced, totally addicting, insanely suspenseful, nerve wracking, nail biting, and heartbreaking. 


Being part of the #Kmod squad I have been dying for her to write a book like this! So, when I found out she was releasing this book I was jumping up and down excited!! I absolutely loved and devoured the book! 


Each book Kiersten writes is so completely different from the last book. Every time I fall in love with one of her books I question how she will top this one?! I can’t wait to find out! 


What are you waiting for? Run, don’t walk and go pick up Kiersten Modglin Do Not Open today!! Push all your TBR’’s aside and make this one a priority! You will thank me later!! Do Not Open deserves more than 5 stars! 


Oct 2, 2023

#BooksonTour #TheNurse #JennaKernan #Bookouture #NetGalley

“Can you start right away?” I can hear the desperation in Dr Roth’s voice. He’s longing for someone to look after his poor, sick wife Sabrina in their perfect Florida home. The job pays an awful lot. And I really need the money. As long as they don’t ask too many questions…

I spend my days by 
Sabrina’s side. She has everything money could buy – a luxurious home, ahandsome, doting husband who would do anything for her. I hate cleaning up her mess, picking her designer clothes off the floor, and driving her to the golf club. I hate how she sneers at me, no matter what I do. But I have to remember why I’m really here.

Dr Roth has made it clear I have to make sure she takes her medication. Because if she doesn’t, there’s hell to pay. Three times a day, I count her sedative pills carefully. Sabrina rambles about thedeath of a child. About a terrible accident. Dr Roth shakes his head sadly. Delusions are aheartbreaking symptom of his wife’s illness, he says.

But when Dr Roth leaves the house, Sabrina becomes more clear-headed. She tells me she’s done something terrible. And that her husband is lying. He keeps her trapped because of what she did. 
And I’m the only one who can help her escape.

Can I believe the words of a woman suffering from delusions? Or is Dr Roth not as trustworthy as he seems? Someone is lying. And if the Roths find out why I’m really here, this could take a deadly turn…

An unbelievably gripping psychological thriller with a mind-blowing twist that will have you flipping the pages deep into the night. Fans of The Doctor’s Wife, The Perfect Marriage and TheSurgeon won’t be able to put this down!


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The Nurse 
Written By Jenna Kernan
Review By Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews

First, I want to thank Jenna Kernan, Bookouture and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review!


OMG!! I loved every moment of Jenna Kernan’s latest psychological thriller The Nurse! Once I started reading it I just could not put it down! The Nurse was suspenseful, extremely twisted, captivating, thrilling, and heartbreaking at times! It is a 5 star must read book!! 


Ohh how I loved Sabrina and what a firecracker she was throughout this storyline! Her spitfire personality went from hot to cold real quick! However, that is what I loved about her character! She kept you on your toes and never knew what to expect!


Even though I loved Sabrina, Emily came in close second place! She had a huge heart of gold and wanted to help out anyway that she could. Even when times get rough and I loved that about her!


I absolutely loved all the medical and mental health aspects of the book. 


This was one ending that I NEVER saw coming and was actually shocked by!! So many emotions ran through my head about the climatic ending! 



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A Match Made in Ireland
E.D. Hackett
Publication date: September 23rd 2023
Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, Romance

A semester abroad was exactly what she needed, but falling in love with her roommate was not part of the lesson plan.

When Rory, a driven American seeking a much-needed break from her hectic life, lands in Ireland for a semester abroad, she never imagines sharing her space with Jaime, the charming yet irksome redhead from her flight. A twist of fate entwines their paths, forcing them to live under one roof for four months.

Despite his laid-back demeanor clashing with her meticulous nature, Rory finds herself irresistibly drawn to Jaime’s infectious Irish charm and tight-knit family bonds. As they traverse the breathtaking landscapes of Ireland, Rory relies on Jaime’s wisdom to navigate the challenges of their travels. It doesn’t take long for her to fall for the enchanting Irish experience he offers, which extends far beyond the usual tourist trails.

But as the end of the semester draws near, Rory is faced with a heart-wrenching decision. Will she leave a piece of her heart in Ireland, or was Jaime merely a dream meant to be left behind?

Immerse yourself in E.D. Hackett’s A Match Made in Ireland for a delightful romantic comedy that delves into the magic of Ireland, the beauty of unforeseen bonds, and the transformative power of self-discovery. Buckle up for a journey filled with laughter, tears, and love that you won’t want to miss!

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EXCERPT:

It was him. The man from the plane sat on the bed, staring at a drawing pad on his lap. The spiky red hair, the smattering of freckles, and the creased eyes triggered a series of flashbacks that ran through my mind: the lack of spatial awareness, the soda down my leg, and the stolen dinner roll.

I pulled the covers over my head, my heart racing and the pit in my stomach digging into my pelvis like a concrete boulder. I dragged the duvet below my eyes and squinted, trying not to be obvious. Am I dreaming? Ha! Maybe I’m having a nightmare. The same red hair, now tousled from sleep, rested against the wall. I pushed the blanket down to my shoulders and said, “Hello, again.”

He looked up from his drawing pad and tilted his head to the left, tapping his pencil against his scruffy chin. “I remember you. From the plane.”

I tried to smile, but my lips refused to rise. I pushed my body against the back wall and pulled the sheet closer to my armpits. “What are you doing here, if you don’t mind me asking?”

“I could ask you the same thing. I live here.”

My eyes bulged and I scrambled to a seated position. “You can’t live here. You’re a guy. This is an apartment with women. Foreign exchange students. A bunch of Americans.” I spoke slowly, as if that would make him understand.

Jaime chuckled and looked down again. “Yes, I am aware, but this is my apartment now. I forgot to renew my housing paperwork last semester, and they gave my room away. This was all that was left. They told me I was living with Rory, Zoey, and Marissa. I take it you’re Rory?”

I nodded.

“I thought you were an Irish lad.”

I swallowed loudly, the saliva crawling down the back of my throat. Reaching across my bed to my nightstand, I downed a bottle of water. Cloudiness from the alcohol still in my system slowed down my brain’s processing ability, and I struggled to understand his words. “You can’t live here,” I said again.

“I wish I didn’t. Living with a bunch of Americans during my last year of college is the last thing I want to do, but it’s that or be homeless so I’ll suck it up.” He returned to his drawing and spoke to his paper. “Nice to meet you, Rory.” His amber eyes looked over, scanning my top half. “Fun time last night?”

My brain beat against my forehead, and I massaged my temples. “Yeah. Sorry if I woke you.”

“No worries. I spent the night with my old flatmates. They live downstairs, and I came up here to crash. I didn’t even hear you come in.”

I grabbed the hooded sweatshirt sitting at the end of my bed, and pulled it over my body. “Are you sure they said there was nowhere else? I mean, I don’t know, Jaime. You’re a guy, a stranger, really, and I have a boyfriend. I don’t think he will be too excited when I tell him my roommate’s an Irish guy.”

His liquid gold eyes looked me up and down. “I asked to be moved and they put me on a waiting list if some other American no-shows, but I want my old flat and my old flatmates. Unless they can squeeze me back in there, I’m staying here. So, there it is. An Irish bloke and an American lass living together. That’ll make a good story for the grandkids. Promise, you won’t even know I’m here.”


Author Bio:

E.D Hackett is a Speech-language pathologist by day and a writer by night. She writes novels that investigate layers of self-expectations, family dynamics, self-love and self-acceptance. She hopes that her novels create a safe and cozy environment for her readers to fall into and explore.

She writes women’s fiction novels with one foot in romance. And every story has a happy ever after.

She lives in New England but in her heart, she feels that she belongs in Ireland. She reads women’s women’s fiction and romantic comedies, prefers books to movies, ice cream to cake, and fall to spring.

Please visit https://www.linktr.ee/edhackett for more information! You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Goodreads.

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The Total Knockout
Cookie O’Gorman
(Southern U O’Brien Brothers, #4)
Publication date: September 28th 2023
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Maisie Hawthorne doesn’t do boyfriends.

Or girlfriends. Or relationships. Burned in the past, the scrappy bartender knows better than to trust a pretty face. Dex O’Brien is gorgeous (with or without the scar). Pierced, tatted, annoyingly attractive. She knew he was trouble even before she saw him fight. Her mind told her to stay away—but her heart wouldn’t listen.

Dex O’Brien doesn’t do love.

Not the romantic kind anyway. Sure, he loves his family, would defend them with his dying breath. And yeah, he loves baseball and fighting too. But falling in love? No thanks. Too messy. Dex couldn’t care less, especially about the bookish bartender with the smart mouth and beautiful eyes.

She needs money to pay the bills. He needs a tutor to keep playing ball—even if he’ll never admit it.

When the Southern U Wolves recruit Maisie to tutor Dex, tempers flare and sparks fly.

This new adult sports romance features two scarred souls, one hot-and-hilarious case of enemies-to-lovers, and a sexy set of brothers guaranteed to make you swoon.

The #1 lesson they’ll both learn?

Love is the total knockout you never see coming.

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EXCERPT:

I was doing a third pass of the crowd, trying to keep my anxiety in check, when I felt a presence behind me.

“Looking for someone?” a deep voice said.

Smooth like silk.

Edged with a hint of sarcasm.

The sound settled over me like a caress. A totally inconvenient caress. I knew who it was. Recognition came quicker than it should have, wasn’t like we’d talked a lot. Still, I knew the owner of that voice and decided to ignore him.

Or I tried to.

“No answer, huh? Guess I have to assume you’re here to see me.”

“In your dreams, O’Brien,” I said.

“Nah, in my dreams we’re alone, and there aren’t as many clothes.”

I bit back a laugh. “Nice. You practice that one?”

“Didn’t have to. Unlike how you must practice pretending not to like me.”

Again, I ignored him.

“Seriously, what’re you looking for?” he said.

“None of your business,” I replied.

“You just have to ask nicely.”

“I don’t need your help, O’Brien.”

“Suit yourself,” he said, and I could hear the grin in his voice, “though I got about a foot on you, shorty. Good luck finding anything in this crowd without me.”

The fact that he was right just made me loathe him more.

Begrudgingly, I turned…and found Dex O’Brien staring back at me. Piercing gray eyes. Granite cheekbones. Full lips. The grin was there as predicted, so was his ever-present scar that should’ve made him less attractive but didn’t. Yet another injustice in a world brimming with them.

“Okay, fine,” I said and crossed my arms. “Since you offered, I do need your help.”

“Sorry, can you repeat that?” he said.

My scowl deepened.

“Thought I must be hearing things.” He shrugged, crossing one arm over the other. That’s when I noticed the beer he was holding. Of course, he had a drink. Nearly everyone did. He was probably one of those guys who couldn’t have a good time without one. “It’s not every day the Maisie Hawthorne says she needs me.”

Rolling my eyes, I said, “Forget it, Dex. Sorry I asked.”

His lips stretched into a full-blown smile.

It should’ve been illegal for someone with Dex’s bad boy rep to have a smile that pretty.

“And she used my first name,” he said. “Sounds serious.”

“Whatever,” I muttered. “I should’ve known better. You wouldn’t lift a finger if I was dying in the middle of the street.”

He cocked his head. “Depends. What finger and what street?”

Before I could walk away, he placed a hand on my arm. I looked at it, taking in the blood-stained tape wrapped around his knuckles from the fight, then lifted my eyes to his.

“It was a joke, Hawthorne.”

Pulling back and rubbing away the warmth his touch left against my skin, I sighed. “I don’t have time for your jokes, O’Brien. I lost something important tonight.”

“What’d you lose?” he asked.

“My sister,” I said miserably.

Dex nodded. “What’s she look like?”

“Like a younger, happier version of me, I guess.”

“Ah Hawthorne, you’re breaking my heart.”

“Ha ha.”

“So, she’s pretty,” he said.

I blinked. Did he just…call me pretty? Dex “I hate everything about you” O’Brien? Maybe he got hit in the head one too many times.

Seeing my look of surprise, Dex lifted a brow. “I meant in an uptight, straight-laced, no-fun-ever kind of way. Don’t read more into it.”

“I wasn’t,” I lied.

“Sure, you weren’t.”


Author Bio:

Cookie O'Gorman writes YA & NA romance to give readers a taste of happily-ever-after. Small towns, quirky characters, and the awkward yet beautiful moments in life make up her books. Cookie also has a soft spot for nerds and ninjas. Her novels ADORKABLE, NINJA GIRL, The Unbelievable, Inconceivable, Unforeseeable Truth About Ethan Wilder, The Good Girl's Guide to Being Bad, WALLFLOWER, CUPCAKE, FAUXMANCE, and BOOKWORM are out now! She is also the author of NA sports romances, The Best Mistake, The Perfect Play, The Sweetest Game, and The Total Knockout.

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Entangle You
Diana A. Hicks
(Entangle You Duet, #1)
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Find out what happens when a college graduate meets a sexy billionaire in a coffee shop and discovers a chemistry that burns hotter than a steaming latte!

Derek
For as long as I can remember, building an empire has been my only focus. Most people think of me as the all-powerful billionaire, intimidating, and unyielding. I like keeping that wall between me and the rest of the world.

Valentina De Cordoba is the breath of fresh air I never saw coming. She’s the beautiful stranger sitting in the corner of Cafe Trieste. I feel alive when she’s near. Even when she doesn’t know she’s the reason the coffee shop has become my safe haven.

Month after month, I stay away because I can’t drag her down into the dark world my life has become. At best, I could break her heart. At worst, I could destroy her and everything she holds dear.

But then I see her crying. Those brown eyes filled with tears make something inside my chest crack open. Consequences be damned, I break the one rule keeping me alive…I get involved.

Valentina
My lists are how I get things done. The most important task on my crumpled piece of paper right now is to find a home for my son and me.

As a single mom, I don’t have time for complications or distractions of any kind. The playboy billionaire offering me a place to lease would fall under both of those categories.

But when my well-outlined plan goes up in smoke, I find myself with no choice but to accept the handsome stranger’s help. So what if he’s hotter than hot. So what if my broody landlord is now also my new neighbor? So what if I fall?

Unravel You
Diana A. Hicks
(Entangle You Duet, #2)
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Who knew a latte could lead to so much more?

College graduate Valentina never expected to fall for the hot as hell and intimidating Derek Cole when she accepted his offer to rent his property.

From cottage to mansion, Valentina is certain she doesn't deserve the fairytale unfolding. But Derek gets what he wants...and he wants her.

He’s “the one” for her, but before she says I do, she has to survive a month long trip to his family’s estate in Atlanta. Gaining approval from four brothers and an over-protective mother might just be her hardest test yet.

For billionaire Derek Cole, this homecoming is a chance to mend the damage he caused when he walked away from the family business.

Just when they think they have a handle on their happily ever after...their past and future collide.

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Author Bio:

Diana A. Hicks is an award-winning author of steamy romantic suspense and science-fiction romance.

When Diana is not writing, she enjoys hot yoga, kickboxing, traveling, and indulging in the simple joys of life like wine and chocolate. She lives in Atlanta and loves spending time with her two children and husband. Connect with Diana on social media to stay up to date on her latest releases.

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