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Romance June 2019
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Star-Crossed by Minnie DarkeWhat it's about: When childhood sweethearts Justine (Sagittarius and serious skeptic) and Nick (Aquarius and true believer) bump into each other as adults, a little help from the stars may be needed. What happens: After she discovers that Nick consults the horoscope section of the newspaper where she works, Justine decides to tinker with Aquarius before the paper goes to print, giving fate a little nudge in her direction. What could go wrong? What reviewers say: "This cleverly structured first outing from the pseudonymous Darke will appeal to fans of romantic comedy, astrology, and chaos. Utterly charming and ripe for development as a film." ~ Booklist
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The Pursuits of Lord Kit Cavanaugh by Stephanie LaurensStarring: A gentleman of means - Lord Christopher "Kit" Cavanaugh, and a woman of character - Miss Sylvia Buckleberry What it's about: When Sylvia must approach Kit for help in saving her school, and Kit discovers that someone is trying to sabotage his yacht business, they must work side by side to secure a future they have come to hold dear. Series alert: This is Book Two in the Cavanaughs series, after The Designs of Lord Randolph Cavanaugh.
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The Charmer in Chaps by Julia LondonWhat it is: This modern-day Cinderella story introduces readers to Three Rivers, Texas, and the Prince family of wealthy ranchers. What happens: To keep her inheritance—a rundown house, Ella, determined to find a place to call home, goes up against rancher Luca Prince who will do anything—including seduction—to take back the land he believes is his. Series alert: The Charmer in Chaps is the introduction to London's Princes in Texas series, to be followed by The Devil in the Saddle, coming in October!
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What it's about: In this romantic suspense debut, a covert operations agent must confront her demons as she partners with a man from her past to intercept a biological weapon. What reviewers say: "It's a promising start to both a new romantic suspense series and a new writer in the genre..."a romantic thriller that handily juggles emotional intensity and a heart-pounding, James Bond-ian adventure." ~ Kirkus Series alert: The next book in the Final Hour series, Nothing to Fear, will be released in late August.
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Falling For You by Becky WadeFeaturing: Willow Bradford, who is taking a break from modeling to run her family's inn, and her old crush who broke her heart, NFL quarterback Corbin Stewart. What happens: When a decades-old missing-persons case brings them together, they're forced to decide whether they can risk falling for one another all over again. Series Alert: Falling for you is the second book in The Bradford Sisters series. The third book is Sweet on You. Awards Alert: Becky Wade won the Christy Award for Christian Fiction in two categories: Book of the Year and Contemporary Romance for the first book in the series, True to You.
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Fumbled by Alexa MartinWhat it's about: Poppy Patterson is a nightclub waitress; TK Moore is a wide receiver for the Denver Mustangs. These former high school sweethearts no longer have anything in common -- except their nine-year-old son, whom TK has never met.
About the author: Married to a former NFL player, author Alexa Martin draws on her own experiences to authentically depict the world of pro football in this second book in the Playbook series, after Intercepted.
For fans of: fast-paced multicultural sports romances such as Regina Hart's Brooklyn Monarchs series.
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| The Wedding Date by Jasmine GuilloryStarring: Drew Nichols, who needs a plus-one for his ex-girlfriend's wedding, and Alexa Monroe, who decides to help him out.
Read it for: a meet-cute in an elevator, an upbeat but not sugar-coated look at interracial dating, and likable leads trying to balance their personal and professional lives.
You might also like: Kristan Higgins' In Your Dreams, which also follows an unlikely couple's romantic journey from one night to forever. |
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| A Good Day to Marry a Duke by Betina KrahnWhat it's about: American heiress Daisy Bumgarten has set her cap for Arthur Graham, Duke of Meridian -- despite the temptation offered by his brother, Ashton. Unbeknownst to her, Ashton has been enlisted by his family to use his powers of seduction to distract Daisy from her goal.
Series alert: A Good Day to Marry a Duke kicks off the Sin & Sensibility series, which continues with The Girl with the Sweetest Secret. What the reviews say: "Quick wit, bright humor, and a cast of vivid characters result in a refreshing romance... A brilliant start to an engaging new trilogy-and the author's first historical in a decade." ~ Library Journal |
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The Bride Test by Helen HoangIntroducing: Khai Diep, a Vietnamese American accountant on the autism spectrum; biracial Vietnamese maid Esme Tran, whom Khai's matchmaking mother has chosen as his bride.
It's complicated: Khai believes he's incapable of love, while Esme, who wants a better life for her young daughter (and to find her biological father), feels unworthy of Khai.
Cameos by: Stella and Michael, stars of author Helen Hoang's debut, The Kiss Quotient.
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The Perfect Dress by Carolyn BrownStarring: Tall, flame-haired, plus-size beauty Mitzi Taylor, the owner of a custom wedding dress boutique that caters to brides with big dreams. What happens: Mitzi finds her life turned upside down when her high school crush, Graham Harrison, walks back into her life with his adorable twin daughters in tow. What the reviews say: "A decorous approach to intimate details, and the expected but welcomed happily ever after for all involved, will make readers of all ages sigh with satisfaction." ~ Publisher's Weekly
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Carrollton Public Library 1700 Keller Springs Road, Carrollton Texas 75006 4220 North Josey Lane, Carrollton Texas 75010 |
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