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What Happens When a Hitman Meets a Librarian?
Hannah and the Hitman by Vanessa Vale (Out Oct. 2024, New on audio 3/25) Many thanks to Simon Mavrick for the #gifted audiobook! Hannah finds herself in every romance reader’s worst travel nightmare – getting caught reading the spicy scene on a plane by your seat mate. Even worse – or better? – the ridiculously…
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April 2025’s Hottest New Books: Your Guide to Releases
April 2025 Book Releases Spring is bringing SO MANY incredible books, and my TBR is officially out of control! From romance to thrillers, cozy mysteries to historical fiction, there’s something for everyone – including the new Emily Henry! April 1st Releases Say You’ll Remember Me – Abby Jimenez Heartwood – Amity Gaige Any Trope But…
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Uncovering Secrets in ‘The Usual Family Mayhem’ a delightful romantic mystery
The Usual Family Mayhem by HelenKay Dimon (March 11, 2024) Thank you to @libro.fm, @avonbooks, and the author for the #gifted advanced listening copy of this cozy, quirky romantic mystery that gives strong Arsenic and Old Lace vibes! #librofmInfluencer Kasey Nottingham is about to lose her job unless she comes up with a fresh investment…
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Undercover Love: The Takedown Book Review
The Takedown by Carlie Walker (2023) Thank you @prhaudio and @berkleyromance for the #gifted listening copy of this fun, fast-paced romantic suspensethat checked every wildly entertaining box for me! #berkley #berkleypartner #prhaudioinfluencer Sydney Swift is a CIA agent, jet-setting around the world, taking down the bad guys, and keeping her emotions locked down just as…
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Understanding ‘The Ick’: A Unique Take on the Fake Dating Trope
The Ick by Holly McCulloch (March 6, 2025) Many thanks to FMCM associates and the author for the #gifted advanced reading copy! Gem hasn’t had much luck with dating, but if she’s being honest, a lot of that is her own doing. She believes wholeheartedly in the ick – the instant, gut-level reaction that tells…
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Navigating Love and Loss in ‘Fake It Like You Mean It’
Fake It Like You Mean It by Megan Murphy (March 18, 2025) Thank you, Net Galley, Megan Murphy, Dreamscape Audio and Alcove Press for the gifted advanced listening copy of this beautiful, emotional debut. Ellie was raised by her grandmother, Lovie, and now finds herself in a new chapter of their relationship as Lovie’s Alzheimer’s…
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