Review: Meant to Be Immortal (Argeneau #32) by Lynsay Sands

 

 

In the newest Argeneau novel from author Lynsay Sands, an immortal barely escapes a raging fire only to kindle a sizzling passion with his potential life mate.

Mac Argeneau knows all too well: immortals can be killed. Not with holy water or silver crosses, but by decapitation or being set on fire. So when Mac’s house bursts into flames—with him inside—he’s sure it was no accident. But who would want to kill a scientist specializing in hematology? There is a silver lining: a blonde investigator appears on the scene and sparks feelings in him that have been dormant for centuries.

CJ Cummings is in town on a special investigation, but she’s been waylaid by the local police to deal with this arson case. The biggest mystery is how this sexy scientist with silvery blue eyes has emerged from a blazing inferno without a burn mark on him. He’s clearly hiding something. Sure, she’d love to see him without his lab coat, but she’s got a job to do—despite his insistence that he needs a bodyguard and...he wants her.

But when a second attempt on their lives puts CJ in harm’s way, it’s Mac who will do anything to safeguard the woman who’s destined to be his life mate.

 

My Review:

An entertaining immortal love story.

I always enjoy revisiting the world of the Argeneau family.  This story is about Mac Argeneau, a hematologist for Argentis Inc.  After centuries, he finally meets his life mate, CJ Cummings, an investigator with SIU, who responded to the scene after his house was burnt down.  This book has everything you need for a fun afternoon escape.  As with the rest of the books in this series, it can be read as a stand-alone.

 

Thank you to Avon Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Review: Anchored Hearts by Priscilla Oliveras

Award-winning photographer Alejandro Miranda hasn't been home to Key West in years--not since he left to explore broader horizons with his papi's warning echoing in his ears. He wouldn't be heading there now if it wasn't for an injury requiring months of recuperation. The drama of a prodigal son returning to his familia is bad enough, but coming home to the island paradise also means coming face to face with the girl he left behind--the one who was supposed to be by his side all along...

Anamaría Navarro was shattered when Alejandro took off without her. Traveling the world was their plan, not just his. But after her father's heart attack, there was no way she could leave--not even for the man she loved. Now ensconced in the family trade as a firefighter and paramedic, with a side hustle as a personal trainer, Anamaría is dismayed that just the sight of Alejandro is enough to rekindle the flame she's worked years to put out. And as motherly meddling pushes them together, the heat of their attraction only climbs higher. Can they learn to trust again, before the Key West sun sets on their chance at happiness?

 

My Review:

A fun reunion story.

I was excited to get my hands on this book as I loved Island Affair, the first book in this series.  This story is about Anamaria Navarro, a firefighter/personal trainer, who let her first love, Alejandro Miranda, leave to live his dream of being a photographer.  He traveled the world and became famous for his work.  An injury has brought Alejandro back home and Anamaria has been asked to help him with his recovery.  Being together again leads them to rekindle their relationship.  But, Anamaria knows Alejandro will leave the island when he is better, so she makes the best of their time together.  Will it be enough for Alejandro to change his mind and decide to remain close to home this time? 

I really enjoyed this book.  I liked seeing how Anamaria and Alejandro rekindled their relationship after all the years that passed.  I also like catching up with the characters from the first book.  I learned a lot about Cuban culture, as the characters are both from big Cuban families.  The author’s descriptions about Key West made me feel like I was right there.  I would recommend this book to anyone who loves family drama, romance and a great tropical setting.  

Thank you to Kensington Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.   

Review: To Rescue the Runaway Bride (The Hollingsworth Sisters #3) by Kelsey McKnight

She’s ready to take charge of her future…

Accountant Claire Hollingsworth has always played by the rules, squelching her own dreams to please her father, work for her family’s publishing business and play the perfect hostess for her ambitious fiancé. But when she learns he’s been cheating weeks before their wedding, Claire breaks the engagement and heads to Marietta, Montana, to reconnect with her sisters and with herself. Armed with a to-do list of adventures, she’s determined to break a few rules.

Théodore Deschamps is ready to start a new chapter. He left his successful career as a Hollywood stuntman to open a lodge on Copper Mountain, where he spent summers as a child. He loves nothing more than a challenge, and the strawberry blonde who literally falls into his arms promises to be his biggest one yet.

What starts out as ticking off items on her list quickly becomes much more intense. But Claire has to return to reality in two weeks, and she’s not sure how, or if, she can say goodbye.

 

My Review:

Letting go of the past never felt so good.

It took a cheating fiance for Claire Hollingsworth to take control, of her life.  Claire was known as the perfect princess, always played it safe.  She worked for her father’s publishing company but didn’t enjoy her position.  She only stayed because it was what was expected of her.  When Claire finds out her fiance got his secretary pregnant, she calls off her big society wedding and heads to Montana to see her sisters.  Little did she know her life was about to change when she meets Théodore "Theo" Deschamps, the new owner of Copper Lodge.

Theo, a retired movie stuntman, is preparing to open his new lodge, when he meets Claire.  He never expected a woman would be part of his new life, but there she is.  And Theo will do anything to keep her happy.  But when the truth comes out about why Claire is in Marietta, it causes Theo to second guess his feelings for Claire.  Now it's up to Claire to decide what she wants.  Will she do what everyone expects her to do, go back home?  Or will she decide to stay in Montana and live a life that makes her happy?

This was one of those books that was hard to put down.  Through the author’s words, I was drawn into the story and I couldn’t wait to see how Claire and Theo got their happily ever after.  Even though this book is part of a series, it can be read as a stand-alone.