About Damn Time Nikki Lynn Barrett Life won't wait #3

Description:
Winnie DeVita has never known normal.

After her latest stint in rehab, which she actually completed, Winnie is ready for a change. Normal won't find her now. Her actress turned country singer sister is married to the biggest name in country music. All she wants is a fresh start and to bond with her toddler-aged daughter, but Winnie is now thrust in the limelight by association.
Failure isn't an option, but now the world is watching her every move which includes faces from the past. People who won't let her forget where she came from and what she's done...

And they don't want her to succeed.

Single father Parker Hennison isn't sure he wants to step back into the spotlight. Reeling from the death of his fiancée, he took a step back from the spotlight to focus his attention on his young daughter. Nearly a year later, the struggle to return to his career weighs heavily on his mind.

The last thing he needs is a woman with her own set of problems, but he can't stop thinking about Winnie. He knows a thing or two about toxic people and the powerful hold they have.

Two people from different worlds are trying to make their way in life, but can they find love and happiness together?

My thoughts on the book:

I really loved this book it was a much anticipated book from the others in the series. Winnie is faced with a ton of life choices at such a young age and she is very vulnerable throughout the whole book. I loved how she was this fighter and realized that she wasn't always strong enough to fight her demons, my heart truly ached for her in some points of the book. I loved being able to catch up with Quinn and Tucker and I loved being able to see where they are now. I liked Parker he annoyed me a little in the beginning, but in the end it all made complete sense. I loved how the author took "rich famous" people and made them feel like the average person and made the feel more like friends. I have really enjoyed this series so far and can not wait to read the next book in the series.
This book does have adult situations so it may not be suitable for all ages. If you have never read anything by this author grab this series you will not be disappointed. 

Where you can buy the book:
Barnes & Noble
Amazon

Where you can connect with the author:
www.nikkilynnbarrett.com


While at your favorite bookstore/website check out Nikki Lynn Barrett's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

New Traditions Nikki Lynn Barrett- Winning Your Heart # 4

Title: New Traditions 

Author: Nikki Lynn Barrett

My rating:   5 Stars

About the book:
The Monroe twins are back in a holiday story full of laughs and touching moments.

It's the first Christmas since Nola and Lizette married the men who have stuck by them through life's ups and downs. Lizette and Dirk are hosting the festivities in their new home in Paris.

Life doesn't always make the holidays any easier and for this family, each is faced with trials and decisions.

Nola is discovering first hand how her twin felt with wanting to know who her real friends were. She also wants to have a baby, but with that comes new concerns.

Travis is contacted by his half brother's family with news, but it doesn't stop there...

Lizette gets an opportunity of a lifetime, but it would require the entire family to temporarily uproot their lives.
Dirk faces some concerns with the company he'd built up since high school.

Everyone has so much on their minds, but when they're together, they all want one thing. Wanting to blend old family traditions and make new ones, this family will do what they can to bring a smile to each others' faces this Christmas

 THERE BACK!!!!! The twins and there families are back and celebrating Christmas in this book. Some books have a way of making you feel like you are coming home, this book is one of those books for me. I really enjoy reading about the Monroe twins and what craziness they are up too. I loved how the author included more of Harlyn, in fact I hope she gets her book in the future. I really enjoyed reading more about Leilani she has a good head on her shoulder and she also has such a fun and large personality it comes off the pages and she fits with the sisters perfectly. I am not sure if this is the last of the series but I am so sad to see it end if so. Seriously if you have not read this series grab them all you will not be disappointed. Such a quick and amazing read. 

You can buy the book:
www.amazon.com

 Connect with the author:
www.nikkilynnbarrett.com

While at your favorite bookstore/website check out Nikki Lynn Barrett's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

Vibrant Nikki Lynn Barrett- Winning Your Heart #3

Description:
Lizette and Nola Monroe have the life many would dream of. Successful heiresses, they're in the spotlight more than they'd like to be. After two years of secrets and grief, things are starting to fall into place.
When one sister gets engaged, the other realizes her future isn't as certain as she'd hoped.  The press loves to compare and has labeled each twin as good or bad.

Buried feelings begin to resurface.  The strong, unshakable bond the sisters share is about to be tested, but in order for both to find their own way in life, something has to change.
Lizette and Nola can't be one and the same just because they look alike. Sometimes the best of intentions can backfire in the worst way...

As a thank you to Lizette and Dirk, Nola enters them in a sweepstakes. Once again, she didn't read the fine print all the way through....

The road to happily ever after for Lizette, Dirk, Nola and Travis is bumpy, wild, and bittersweet. Vibrant is the third book in the Winning Your Heart series, and to best understand the story, So Unlike Me and Forbidden Shelter should be read first.
My thoughts on the book:

THIS BOOK IS PART OF A SERIES!!! The twins are back for there Happily ever after. It seems that some things are being thrown at them and its all about they can handle it. The girls each have feelings and have emotions they need to work through and the guys will stand by them but can they get through it all or will it drive them apart?
I really loved this book!!! I was so excited when I got it I could not put it down. The story just flowed and I was sucked into it.  When I started this book I wasn’t sure if you would get to read any of Nola and Travis point of view but the author did not disappoint. I love how even in this book where as a reader I expected this happily ever after to be a smooth process for these four and the author throw some twists in to keep things interesting from beginning to end. No smooth sailing for sure just a lot of lessons and fights all working towards there happily ever after. This book does have adult langue and tough topics. This book will not disappoint you will need to read the first 2 books in the series for this one to add it all up and make sense and not ruin a thing. Warning you will need a box of tissues for sure. 

Where you can buy the book:
Amazon

Where you can connect with the author:
www.nikkilynnbarrett.com


While at your favorite bookstore/website check out Nikki Lynn Barrett's  other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

Forbidden Shelter (Winning Your Heart, #2) Nikki Barrett

Description:
Everyone's got secrets to hide....

Nola Monroe should know. She's kept things from the people closest to her, including her twin. She's in love with Travis Rhodes, a man sixteen years her senior and her late father's right hand man. Since losing her parents unexpectedly, Nola is left emotionally scarred and unable to leave her home. Travis is always there, pulling her from the depths of a hell she can't escape easily.

Travis Rhodes made a promise to Marshall Monroe. A year and a half after the death of his mentor, Travis is fulfilling the man's wishes by helping the twins cope with life- especially fragile Nola, the temptation he refuses to make a move on. The twenty-three year old beauty holds his heart, but Travis can't allow anything more than to pine for her in silence.

She's all he ever wanted, but she's everything he can't have....

When someone becomes hellbent on unraveling the twins' world, Travis finds himself in a difficult position. He must keep Nola and her sister safe, and make sure his past stays behind him. One hint at a time, a dangerous threat is on the move, eager to send Nola over the edge when her mind is already on the brink of becoming unhinged....

My thoughts on the book:

There baaaaccckkk!!! There twins are back and Nola is still up to her mischief ways. Nola wants nothing more the get back to living among the living. With her best friend, sister and the guys she has secretly loved on her what could go wrong.Travis has some secrets in his past and will do anything to protect the twins from anything and everything I mean after all he did promise there dad.
I could not get enough of this story. I am so excited for the next book in this series and so want to know what is going on with the girls. This book did not end in a cliffhanger but you know there is more to come. This book does have strong and adult languages and scenes. This book is so good the suspense keeps you on the edge of your seat and has you turning each and every page from beginning to end just to find out whats going on next. I love these sisters and I love following there story they are sweet and while they have that sister relationship they also have an amazing friendship that anyone could envy. This series is so fun start from the beginning and get ready for book 3.

Where you can buy the book:
www.amazon.com
www.barnesandnoble.com

Where you can connect with the author:
nikkilynnbarrett.blogspot.com


While at your favorite bookstore/website check out Nikki Barrett's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

So Unlike Me Nikki Lynn Barrett and a Whole lot of love by Bonnie Edwards

Description:
How to survive an unexpected breakup with your ex-fiancé on national TV: 1. Hide out under the covers at home. 2. Let your agoraphobic twin sister talk you into going to Paris in her place! Lizette Monroe would be crazy to turn down her sweepstakes entering addicted twin's offer. Paris, France? It's the perfect getaway after all she's been dealing with. All she has to do is pretend to be Nola. Can't go wrong there, right? Too bad it's not France, but a small town Tennessee town. Still, it gets her out of the public eye for awhile. Enter problem number one in the form of Dirk Ramsey, Nola's childhood best friend. He's grown up, gorgeous, and has eyes for her, except he thinks she's Nola. Lizette wants nothing more than to tell him the truth, but Nola's embarrassment and shame over her current condition has her begging Lizette to keep up the charade. It wouldn't be so hard if Dirk's touch didn't awaken a part of her soul she thought was lost. Did he really have to be there at every turn, especially when the truth is closer to coming out? And when Dirk does learn he's been reminiscing with the wrong twin- the one who didn't pay much attention to him back then, will that ruin a chance to get to know the man Lizette is now having romantic feelings for?

My thoughts on the book:
Lizette has an amazing sister who she would do just about everything for but when her sister whens a contest that takes here to far off places she wonders if leaving her home would that great of an idea with all thats going on. When she finally gets to Paris she runs into a beautiful man and her sisters best friend and she needs to keep a secret from him and wonders if he will understand when it all comes out? Dirk is helping his uncle after a flood took out part of Paris and he is set to help bring as many resources he can when the sweepstake winners show up he knows some aren't happy but he also sees someone who lost contact with. HE knows she is hiding something but will he be able to connect with her again and help her out. Will they both be able to keep there hearts in tact and help Nola and Paris or will one secret crush them all?

I just loved these characters I loved how even though the author made them super rich they felt very much real and like the everyday person. I loved how it felt like you were reaching out and connecting with friends. The storyline is so well written it sucks you in and has you turning the pages just to see whats going to happen next. The book is a true romance but in the same sense there is a little bit of mystery that keeps you guessing all the way to the end. I loved the Nola and the relationship she has with Lizette also loved that she was a big part of this book and can't wait to read more about her and her struggles. Seriously grab this book you won't regret it so fun. 

Where you can buy the book:
www.amazon.com

Where you can connect with the author:
nikkilynnbarrett.blogspot.com
www.facebook.com

While at amazon check out Nikki Lynn Barrett's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

Description:
Feeling Lucky? Check out LUCK OF THE DRAW

13 lucky stories EXCLUSIVE to this boxset available for a LIMITED time! 13 tales of unimaginable luck - 13 fascinating novellas of love, loss, and mystery. From lotteries to sweepstakes, poker to roulette and horse racing to wishes, these 13 stories will make you wish you'd been the winner!

These 13 novellas are BRAND NEW and have never been published. Written by USA Today Bestselling, International, and Bestselling authors.

1 - Sometimes You Win by Stacy Eaton, USA Today Bestselling Author
Haley thinks playing the lottery is a waste of money, something she has little of. But what happens with Devon talks her into it and they win?

2 - Fade into Love by Michele Shriver, International Bestselling Author
Wren's sweepstakes win lands her a walk-on role in a movie, where she crosses paths with the film's second assistant director. Will her fade to black role fade into love, instead?

3 - Insert Wife Here by Susan Ann Wall, USA Today Bestselling Author
Sean Beckett turns Cynthia Munn's luck -- and her world -- upside down with a harmless date, a risky bet, and a night Cyn might regret.

4 - Baby, Maybe by Lyssa Layne, National and International Bestselling Author
On the outside, Julie and Shawn have the perfect marriage--all they need is a child to complete their family. When fate is found taped to their door, will their family finally become whole?

5 - Hold 'Em by Jacquie Biggar, USA Today Bestselling Author
In the game of love, all bets are off. Professional poker player Matt Shaughnessy wins more than he expects in the pot of a lifetime. A fiancée for a week.

6 - Going All In by Amy Manemann, International Bestselling Author
A return to his roots stirs up small town love when Tucker Williams reconnects with old flame, Hadley James.

7 - Placing Her Bet by Sharon Coady, National Bestselling Author
While Carissa places a bet at the races she collides with Joseph. Sparks fly, she thinks she's found a man she can trust but an overheard conversation shatters her faith.

8 - Owned by Jade Kerrion, USA Today Bestselling Author
Unhappily divorced, Marie wins a $1,000,000 lottery. When her ex-husband re-enters her life, is he after her, or after her winnings?

9 - So Unlike Me by Nikki Lynn Barrett, USA Today Bestselling Author
Lizette's pretending to be her twin. Dirk's happy to have an old friend around during a rough time. What happens when real feelings develop and the truth comes out?

10 - Lost and Rich - Jude Ouvrard, International bestselling Author
Widowed before her thirtieth birthday, Gracie has dealt with enough tragedy in her life. Will her newfound fortune pave the road to happiness?

11 - Love in the World of Make Believe by Janis Susan May, International Bestselling Author
Edith is delighted to win a role in her favorite show. Fearsomely scarred second lead Lupo falls for Edith, but can he reveal his feelings when he carries so many secrets?

12 - Whole Lot 'o Love by Bonnie Edwards, National Bestselling Author
Ashlee Branton's stroke of luck is giving her and her son a new, settled life back home. But returning home means facing her son's father, Brick Harcourt, in a most unsettling way.
13 - Double Down by Cathy Perkins, International Bestselling Author
Murder isn't supposed to be in the cards for blackjack dealer Maddie Larsson. Detective JC Dimitrak must play his cards correctly and find the killer before an innocent woman takes the ultimate hit.

My thoughts on the book:
Ashlee is ready to heading home and feels like it time to show her son what family is all about. When she walks into a open house she gets a surprise from the past she had hope would stay there. Brick comes face to face with a past he thought he would never see again and a face he had hoped his whole life to see. Will he be able to ever forgive Ashlee for leaving?
This was a super quick read and a super fun one at that. Ashlee is this super stubborn and super independent women she knows what she wants and nothing will stop her and that is very evident in this book. The storyline was super fun and the characters were fun and relatable. I really loved Cory's play in the book he added a fun play to it as well. Super fun read there is strong language and adult scenes in this book, may not be suitable for all readers.

Where you can buy the book:
www.amazon.com

Where you can connect with the author:

www.bonnieedwards.com


While at amazon check out  Bonnie Edwards' other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments. 

Queen of My Heart (Life Won't Wait, #1) Nikki Lynn Barrett

Description:
When the next King of country music offers to take you under his wing, what's a girl to do?
Pinch herself, of course. Repeatedly. Then take the offer!
Quinn Winters is tired of being the actress known for most killed off characters. After discovering her love of music when her last role portrayed a country singer on a daytime soap opera, she's making a much needed change in life. Quinn is unprepared for the demands and expectations needed to succeed in Music City. One pleading call from her sister puts her in an all too familiar, but unwanted position.

Five years ago, Tucker McGinnis auditioned for a reality singing show, never expecting to win. His sudden fame and popularity comes as a major surprise. After a multi platinum debut, his second album is suffering the dreaded sophomore jinx. His musical muse becomes elusive when guilt plagues him over an accident which affects his family. He is blown away by Quinn when he overhears her audition at his record label, singing his most personal song.

An attraction builds, and a connection through music is formed. But when life gets in the way, Tucker makes another offer - A temporary marriage which will benefit both of them, until things become too real.

Two souls destined for the stage, two hearts blending together to create beautiful music as individuals, but even better as country music's next power couple- if they can shed the images of who they used to be.

My thoughts on the book:

Quinn is in Nashville to make her dreams come true, while she was a shoe in as a child for acting she knows that her love is music. When she auctions and everything doesn't go as planned she starts to question her choices. She has some family and personal secrets she likes to keep buried she runs into non other then Tucker McGinnis and he agrees to show her the ropes. Will she be able to protect her heart, her secrets and make her dreams come true or will it all fall at the wayside when her family comes calling? Tucker has his own demons he is dealing with but when he makes it big in Nashville he has his own set of choices he needs to make. When he walks in and hears Quinn singing his song he knows he need to get to know that voice and that person like yesterday. But will his demons and secrets keep separating and pushing them further apart or will it all come crumbling down around them and leave them with nothing but each other?
Where do I even begin with this book. I so so so enjoyed it. It had me all over the place with my emotions. One minute my heart is breaking right along side the characters and then in the next I can seen the mending of hearts. This book is a little on the long side but to be honest I could not imagine any portion of the book missing. It was amazing. I truly had a hard time not putting life to the side to finish this book. The characters may be rich and famous but they are just like you and me and the story made you truly feel like you were connecting with friends. I can't say that there was really anything I didn't like about the book. I enjoyed Lily and Stacey's role in the book and how even the small part they had such and impact on the story as a whole. I felt the same way about baby Piper. I loved the raw emotion the author wrote in the book and the storyline was fun to follow. I would say while I did enjoy this book hands down this book is not for all readers as it does contain some strong language, while it is very small amount I just feel the need to warn my readers. Other wise go grab this book because you will not be disappointed. 

Where you can buy the book:
Amazon.com

Where you can connect with the author:
nikkilynnbarrett.blogspot.com
Facebook.com
While at amazon check out Nikki Lynn Barrett's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments.