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[Release Blitz + Review] On the Verge br T.K. Drake

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Entress's Blog) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

✨ Let’s celebrate! It’s release day for ON THE VERGE by T.K. Drake!!

Why you need to ONE-CLICK this book…

🔥Bratva x Mafia

🔥Curvy FMC

🔥Forbidden Love

🔥Hockey Romance

🔥Found Family

🔥Touch Her and die

🔥Obsessive/possessive MMC

🔥Brothers’ Teammate

🔥Rival Families

ABOUT THE BOOK.

Teddy Williams was fine where he was. Settled in one city after a lifetime as a military brat, his career as an NHL goalie on the rise…until a mid-season trade throws everything for a loop. A new city and new team are manageable, but finding out you’re a Bratva heir to a ruthless empire just as the playoffs are about to begin is overwhelming. The only thing keeping him grounded is Elia. She comes into his life like a whirlwind but turns out to be his calm in the storm. The only problem? She’s his teammates’ little sister, and her brothers have made it clear she’s totally off limits. It’s impossible to stay apart, but when even more secrets come to light amidst tragedy, it leaves their relationship on the verge of catastrophe.

Elia Santori is the princess of her family, a bright light in their otherwise dark way of life. She has everything she could ever need as the only daughter of a Mafia boss, but yet…she yearns for more. When a tall, handsome stranger interrupts her usual shift volunteering, sparks fly, and even learning that he’s her brothers’ teammate isn’t enough to deny their attraction. This way of life has a way of catching up to you, though, and Elia isn’t immune to the secrets and tragedies that threaten everything she holds dear.

AVAILABLE NOW.

Grab your copy NOW in Kindle Unlimited!

https://a.co/d/03U1XZkr

OUR REVIEWS.

3.5 Stars from Renee!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is Elia and Teddy’s story. I just could not get into this book. I tried but no luck. She is a mafia princess but heavy on the Disney princess she is sunshine and roses. He is a hockey player who just found out he is part of Bratva. He seems like a very immature person. I mean he thought the guys were sexing up bunnies……real bunnies not puck bunnies. The book was rushed and just awkward. He had a personality change in the book and went all dark. Just weird for me.

MEET T.K. DRAKE.

T.K. DRAKE is a dynamic duo comprised of best friends who couldn’t find the perfect romance novel and decided to write it themselves. As only children, they spent their childhood entertaining each other with elaborate stories and games. Reuniting as adults has inspired them to unleash their creative energy into contemporary and dark romances, bridging gaps in the genre and writing books they long to read. Based in the Southeastern United States, when not writing they are usually reading, lounging on the beach, or planning their next international vacation.

Connect with T.K. Drake:

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[Release Blitz + Review] Falling for Real by Carly Phillips

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Entress's Blog) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

💜💜 NEW RELEASE 💜💜

One bed. One weekend. One fake boyfriend who feels way too real...

FALLING FOR REAL by Carly Phillips has arrived!

Fake Date • Wedding Weekend • Forced Proximity • One Bed • Miami Heat • A Dare Family Series Story

ABOUT THE BOOK.

One canceled date. One overbooked hotel. One fake boyfriend who feels way too real.

I fly into a destination wedding expecting maid-of-honor chaos—not to share a room with Tristan Hayes, the devastatingly charming nightclub owner I’ve crushed on for too long.

When the hotel runs out of rooms, Tristan gives his to an elderly couple without hesitation. I see the kind of man he is… and offer to share my king bed. Just for the weekend. Totally innocent.

Until my ex shows up.

With a date.

Suddenly Tristan’s hand is on my waist, his smile lethal, and he’s my fake boyfriend. Temporary. Perfect.

Except the chemistry isn’t fake.

And wedding weekends don’t last.

Or do they?

A fun, flirty wedding-weekend romance featuring fake dating, forced proximity, one bed, and a hero who always shows up—with a guaranteed HEA.

AVAILABLE NOW.

Grab your copy in Kindle Unlimited!

https://www.carlyphillips.com/FFRealKindle

OUR REVIEWS.

4 Stars from Renee!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first.

Falling for Trouble (Dare to Fall #1)

This is Kaylee and Tristan’s story. He gives his room away and she offers to share hers. When she sees her ex at the wedding they are attending, he becomes a fake boyfriend. When they get back to her room to share will it all still be fake? The chemistry is crazy good but will it last only for the weekend? Or can they build something bigger out of it?

I recommend this book.

♡♡

4 Stars from Brianna!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Carly Phillips has a brand new book out and y'all. This was super cute. Charming, fun, light, and all kinds of swoony. Falling for Real was really good y'all and our characters? Just wait until you meet Tristanand Kaylee. A quick must read.

I can recommend this author and book y'all.

MEET CARLY PHILLIPS.

CARLY PHILLIPS is the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of over eighty sexy contemporary romances featuring hot men, strong women, and emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love. She is happily married to her college sweetheart and lives in Westchester County, NY. She is the mother of two adult daughters and three crazy dogs who star on her Facebook and Instagram pages. She loves social media and is always around to interact with her readers. Way back in 2002, Carly’s book, The Bachelor, was chosen by Kelly Ripa and was the first romance on a nationally televised book club. Carly loves social media and interacting with her readers. For more information on upcoming releases, sign up for her newsletter (below) and receive two free books!

https://www.carlyphillips.com/subscribe-newsletter/

To learn more about Carly Phillips & her books, visit here- https://www.carlyphillips.com/

Connect with Carly Phillips:

https://www.carlyphillips.com/

[Release Blitz + Review] A Simple Hello by Lacey Black

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Entress's Blog) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

TITLE: A Simple Hello

SERIES: Cooper Town Boys #2

AUTHOR: Lacey Black

GENRE: Contemporary Romance

TROPES: Small Town, Friends to Lovers, He Falls First

Sworn Off Relationships, Cinnamon Roll Hero

RELEASE DATE: April 14, 2026

BLURB.

Cade

When it comes to women, keeping things casual is my forte. What can I say, I like to live life to its fullest. Then I spot the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen at The Tipsy Lizard, and I know I need to get to know her. Like a moth to a flame, I’m drawn. The only issue is, she’s dating someone else.

So, the only choice I have is to give Oaklee my number and tell her to use it when she’s single.

To my surprise, that phone call came sooner than I expected. She’s just getting out of a relationship and isn’t looking for anything serious, which is right up my alley. Spending time with her isn’t a hardship, and sending little gifts to her office to say hello is a lot more fun than I would have imagined.

The problem is, I’m not sure I can keep her safely in the friend zone much longer.

Oaklee

Relocating to a small town was exactly what I needed. However, from the moment I arrived in Cooper Town, everything seemed to snowball. The jerk I was dating decided to cheat, leaving me in a new place with a new job and a support system of one to lean on.

Meeting Cade at a bar turned out to be more than just a casual happenstance.

Being around him is easy. He’s gorgeous, charismatic, fun, and always sends me little things to let me know he’s thinking of me. When I have to start working beside my ex, Cade kicks it into overdrive, showing me exactly how easy it could be to fall for a guy like him. Too bad he’s not looking for forever. Cade only wants right now.

Suddenly, my easiest hello might be my hardest goodbye.

GOODREADS

BOOKBUB

PURCHASE LINKS.

AMAZON

US / UK / CA / AU

Free in Kindle Unlimited

ALSO AVAILABLE.

AMAZON

US / UK / CA / AU

Free in Kindle Unlimited

COMING SOON.

Releasing June 23

AMAZON

US / UK / CA / AU

Only available at the following retailers for a limited time...

B&N / KOBO / APPLE BOOKS

OUR REVIEWS.

4 Stars from Renee!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The story has laughs, secrets, and sweet love.

If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first.

A Simple Request (Cooper Town Boys #1)

This is Oaklee and Cade’s story. He has never had a long-term relationship, but he is drawn to Oaklee from the start. They become friends and spend time together. But when they both want more is it the right time for them? After all she was just hurt by a relationship, and he never had one to go on. Can they make something work?

I recommend this book.

♡♡

4 Stars from Brianna!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Lacey Black has a brand new book out in her swoony Cooper Town Boys series and y'all. This was a good one, definitely my favorite in the series. A Simple Hello gives us Cade and Oaklee's story and you cannot miss out on this one. Packed to the brims with heart, heat, and all the feels.. these two hooked me hard and fast and didn't let go until the pages quit turning. A must read.

I can definitely recommend this author and series y'all.

AUTHOR BIO.

USA Today Bestselling Author LACEY BLACK is a Midwestern girl with a passion for reading, writing, and shopping. She carries her e-reader with her everywhere she goes so she never misses an opportunity to read a few pages. Always looking for a happily ever after, Lacey is passionate about contemporary romance novels and enjoys it further when you mix in a little suspense. She resides in a small town in Illinois with her husband, two children, and three rowdy chickens.

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