ARC Review Saving Private Blue by Nicole Garcia

Description

Savannah St. Claire grew up in a town where she was constantly bullied. Her only friends were brothers Billy and Travis Blue. The three of them were inseparable. 
Billy Blue joined the Army when he turned eighteen and was deployed to Afghanistan soon after. Four years later Billy returns home and things are forever changed for this man who heroically fought for his country. He not only has to overcome his physical limitations, but he must confront his feelings for Savannah. With his confidence broken he comes to the realization that there could be no way she would ever love him enough to look past the scars he possesses both inside and out. 
What happens when two brothers love the same woman? Can broken hearts be mended? Will true love prevail above all else? 

My Review

This is a quick read... Savannah is left heartbroken when Billy joins the Army. Four years pass and Billy returns injured and still loving Savannah. Savannah has a lot of bitter feelings towards Billy even though she loves him,, Travis is Billy's brother and has been there for Savannah when Billy wasn't.

There is tension between the brothers and it comes to a boil when Billy loses his temper. Billy blames himself for many things and knows that pushing Savannah way all those years ago might have cost him the best thing in his life.

This story has many different aspects that run together pretty seamlessly... the characters are believable and full of emotion. Overall this is a quick read that I would recommend to others.

I rate this book 4 out of 5 genie lamps

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*I received a copy of this book in return for my honest review

ARC Review Cupid's Heart by Nicole Garcia

Excerpt 

Cupid sat on a cloud looking down on Valentina Hart. He had been watching her for a few years now. He was in love from the first time he laid eyes on her sitting on a park bench. Her long red hair sweeping across her face as the warm summer breeze blew. He knew then she was meant for him. The only problem was that, he was a God and she was a human. The two of them could never be together. 
This wasn’t a law amongst the Gods, it was Cupid’s choice and the number one rule in his book. It was a rule that could never be broken. Humans were frail, mortal, and being in love with one caused too many problematic situations. Sure he could just shoot her with a golden arrow and she would love him. But after his last disastrous mistake for which he never forgave himself, he thought he deserved to be alone for the rest of eternity. 

What happens when the God of Love has lost the will to create romance? Can Valentina give Cupid what he needs to mend his broken heart? 

Warning: Explicit and graphic sex. For adults only 18+ 

My Review 

Cupid's heart is a great quick read. There are solid characters and sub-characters... Valentina and Cupid are destined for each other, even though Cupid has been blaming himself over an event he had no control over for 25 years. He needs to know he is lovable and deserves a HEA.

Throw in Cupid's well meaning but trouble making friends Somnus and Hercules and you get God problems which tend to give the book more of a story.

Valentina and Cupid have some steamy scenes which are hot and they have their doubts about love and each other. Over all I enjoyed this book and look forward to more books from Nicole Garcia. 

I rate this book 4 out of 5 Genie Lamps 

* I received a copy of this book in return for an honest review. 

ARC Review Noelle's Wish by Nicole Garcia

Description 

Noelle Andrews has had an abusive past and another bittersweet Christmas is here. Noelle's wish is a simple one. To be loved. To Noelle that wish is as unattainable as the stars in the cold winter sky. Roman Parker is young, sexy, and an entrepreneur. The CEO of Parker Industries is a man who thought he had everything he wanted. That was until he met Noelle. Can Roman make Noelle's dreams come true? Or will her past prevent her from having the only thing she has ever wished for?

My Review

This is a Christmas story that shows that anyone can overcome their deepest heartaches and even tragic pasts. Noelle is a withdrawn girl who had an abusive childhood which left her scared both emotionally and physically. She meets Roman by chance at the company Christmas party and the chemistry is instant. A little blackmail involving a book, job and a date gives these two the nudge they need to start on the path to happy ever-after.  I have to say I enjoyed this Christmas read and can't wait to read more from Nicole Garcia. 

I rate this book 5 out of 5 Genie Lamps

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* I received a copy of this book from the author in return for my honest review.