by SB Sarah · Jul 26, 2012 at 8:40 pm ·
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This review was written by Renee. This story was nominated in the Contemporary Series Romance category. The summary: Nanny Holly O'Mara has formed a close bond with her late cousin's little twins. When their estranged father, rough, rugged Australian cattleman Gray Kidman, arrives to take them home to the outback, Holly senses that he is out of his depth. Holly soon falls for mysterious Gray. Seeing him light up his children's world makes her … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Rancher’s Twins: Mom Needed by Barbara Hannay→
by SB Sarah · Jul 26, 2012 at 7:59 pm ·
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This review was written by April. This story was nominated in the Best First Book category. The summary: Mia Wells's eco-friendly career goals are about to become a reality-but her life-altering moment is interrupted when an unexpected call ushers in her tremulous past. A man who's never left Mia's memory: Flynn, the enigmatic, passionate man whose disappearance broke her heart, has mysteriously resurfaced. Now back in her life and in the hospital, Flynn is … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Beautiful Disaster by Laura Spinella→
This review was written by Andrea. This story was nominated in the Best Contemporary Single Title category. The summary: Isabella’s drive to Angel’s Bay would have ended in tragedy when her car slid off a cliff if she hadn’t been rescued by Nick Hartley. As he helps her to safety, she realizes he is the man who has haunted her dreams. Nick, however, is committed to reconnecting with his estranged teenage daughter, refusing to … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: At Hidden Falls by Barbara Freethy→
This review was written by Marguerite. This story was nominated in the Best Novel with Strong Romantic Elements category. The summary: Recovering from an attempt on his life by an FBI traitor, Lily Yu's boss forms a ghost unity that will operate in secret-and outside the law. Lily's conscience won't let her join. Her fiancé, lupi Rule Turner, has no such reservations. But when a senator is killed, Lily's decision becomes a matter of … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Death Magic by Eileen Wilks→
This review was written by Thalia. This story was nominated in the Best Inspirational Romance category. The summary: As a social worker, Alison Taylor has a passion for protecting children and seeing that justice is served on their behalf. But when she starts getting harassing phone calls and bizarre “gifts,” it seems she may be the one in need of protection. When her tormentor's attentions take a violent turn, her brother Cole comes to … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Deadly Pursuit by Irene Hannon→
This review was written by Carrie S. This story was nominated in the Best Contemporary Single Title category. The summary: Isabella’s drive to Angel’s Bay would have ended in tragedy when her car slid off a cliff if she hadn’t been rescued by Nick Hartley. As he helps her to safety, she realizes he is the man who has haunted her dreams. Nick, however, is committed to reconnecting with his estranged teenage daughter, refusing … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: At Hidden Falls by Barbara Freethy→
This review was written by Darcy. This story was nominated in the Best Romantic Suspense category. The summary: The headshot didn't kill Taylor Jackson. But it will haunt. In her showdown with the murderous Pretender, a bullet taken at close range severed the connection between Taylor's thoughts and speech. Effectively mute, there's no telling if her voice will ever come back. Trapped in silence, she is surrounded by ghosts– of the past, of friendships … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Where All the Dead Lie by JT Ellison→
This review was written by Emily. This story was nominated in the Best Contemporary Single Title category. The summary: Caitlyn Marsh stopped believing in happily-ever-after when high-school sweetheart, Gideon Garza, left for Iraq. Now she raises her small son while her matchmaking gardening club members drive her crazy. Then Caitlyn's world turns upside-down when Gideon swaggers back to Twilight. Gideon had left town in the middle of night with threats ringing in his ears. … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: The Welcome Home Garden Club by Lori Wilde→
by SB Sarah · Jul 25, 2012 at 7:26 pm ·
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This review was written by Paige. This story was nominated in the Best Contemporary Series Suspense/Adventure category. The summary: Navy Commander Brady Hathaway is done with women. Since H.O.T. Watch is pretty much a 24/7 job, that leaves no time for female entanglements. Then he's appointed Eve Dupont's handler. Tan, leggy and blonde, the lethal-looking civilian chosen to take down a terrorist cell scares the hell out of him. Can he keep Eve safe … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Soldier’s Last Stand by Cindy Dees→
This review was written by Jessica. This story was nominated in the Best Romantic Suspense category. The summary: The haunted eyes of pararescueman Hugh Franco should have been her first clue that deep pain roiled beneath the surface. But if Amelia couldn't see the damage, how could she be expected to know he'd break her heart? Amelia Bailey's not the kind of girl who usually needs rescuing…but there are anything but usual circumstances. Alternate … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: Hot Zone by Catherine Mann→
This review was written by Jamarleo. This story was nominated in the Best First Book category. The summary: From London's slums to its bawdy playhouses, The Darling Strumpet transports the reader to the tumultuous world of seventeenth-century England, charting the meteoric rise of the dazzling Nell Gwynn, who captivates the heart of King Charles II-and becomes one of the century's most famous courtesans. Witty and beautiful, Nell was born into poverty but is drawn … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: The Darling Strumpet by Gillian Bagwell→
