Weekly Reading Wrap Up (SP/IMWAYR?)

Too Scot To Handle by Grace Burrowes (#2)

Anwen is tired of being coddled. As a child, she had a health scare and her family still watches over her.  She loves helping out the boys at the orphanage and is frustrated when finances are strained to the point that it may have to close.  No one seems to take her concerns seriously except for Colin, her sister's husband. Colin is in town as a recent military man now learning his place in society and not liking it at all.  Anwen asks for his help and he is more than happy to help with the boys. As they get to know each other and work out ideas to help the orphanage's finances a romance blossoms. The obstacles they have to overcome are aided by the boys.  As always the author delivers an entertaining story, a strong heroine, an understanding hero with humor, action and a HEA. Look forward to Elizabeth's story.

*Thanks to Sourcebooks/NetGalley for this copy*

The Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLean (#3)

Malcolm and Seraphina's marriage had them at odds before they had a chance. After three years Sera is back and wants a divorce. Malcolm is willing to grant it if she helps him choose another wife as he needs an heir. She agrees and to help her keep her resolve she hauls her four sisters along to his estate.  Malcolm discovers he is still in love with Sera and sets out to win her back. No easy feat as the sisters are protective of Sera.  After a series of events, he discovers that in order for her to trust him again he has to let her go. Will this be the worst mistake of his life or the best?  This story was heartbreakingly emotional with a hero that was hard to get behind in the beginning. Loved the Dangerous Daughter's aka Spoiled Ss' support and love for their sister. These two had to work hard for their HEA.

On The Chase by Kate Ruggle (#2)

Kaylee has a date with a guy she hopes is her prince charming, finally!  She is nervous to be meeting his uncle on the first date, but he seems to want to make her feel comfortable.  While there she gets lost on the way to the rest room and sees something she shouldn't.  Her friend helps her to disappear when she finds out how dangerous Noah's family is. She finds herself hiding out in a small town in Colorado with Jules (from the previous book) and her siblings. While getting used to her new life she has a hard time not looking over her shoulder. Jules 'boyfriend is a search and rescue cop and his best friend Hugh is suspicious of "Grace". He is on leave due to an injury and as too much time on his hands. When his life is threatened, Grace is sure Noah's Uncle has found her, and eventually tells Hugh, Jules and Theo why she is hiding out. There is a lot of humor, action and near misses as they get to know each other. Grace/Kaylee fights the attraction a bit as she hopes to return to her life in California, but can't resist Hugh's charm. I liked this second installment better than the first and look forward to the next story.

*Thanks to Sourcebooks/NetGalley for this copy*

Chasing Red by Isabella Ronin

College basketball star Caleb is tired of the same old party scene when he sees a gorgeous girl in a red dress dancing by herself. Veronica (Red) has just lost her apartment and is trying to distract herself for a few hours. They rescue each other from attempted pick ups.  Caleb realizes that she needs a place to stay and offers his spare room.  Red is desperate enough to accept in exchange for cooking for him.  She is trying to stay in school and does not want to be Caleb's latest conquest.  She tries to discourage his pursuit, but he has found someone he wants to have a relationship with and will do what it takes to convince her.  Red has trust issues that became tedious at times. A friend from Caleb's past also reeks havoc that Red uses as an excuse to distance herself from him. Quite a bit of drama ensues, but I kept reading.  When Red decides she is willing to take a chance it may be too late.  

*Thanks to Sourcebooks/NetGalley for this copy*

Tycoon by Katy Evans (audio)

A quick, enjoyable listen narrated by two seasoned romance pros. The emotions are spot on, never overdone or syrupy. Secondary characters Jensen and Sara added to the story and I hope will get their own stories soon.

The Sunshine Sisters by Jane Green (audio)

Three sisters raised by a Hollywood mom have been asked to return home and spend some time with their ailing mother. All their lives she has had something wrong with her and they felt it was because she was self-centered. As the girls Nell, Meredith and Lizzy gather beside their mother their sad, dysfunctional stories are told. At times it is hard to like these characters, but yet understandable as how they were raised is uncovered. Ronnie is asking something of her daughters that would be exceptionally hard.  While the cover makes this book look like a beach read it is far from that and would make a great club selection.  This book was read by the author.

Up Next:
The Boy on the Bridge by M.L. Carey
The Reason You're Alive by Matthew Quick
The Girl Who Knew Too Much by Amanda Quick

It was almost entertaining to watch our tree being removed earlier in the week.  I did  find myself feeling sad that this gorgeous blue spruce had to go, but it was becoming dangerous for our neighbors and another storm may have toppled it over on them. Wow, did it smell nice for a day or two as well.

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Kathryn at Book Date hosts IMWAYR?, a place to  meet up and share what you have been, are and about to be reading over the week.  It's a great opportunity to organize yourself, visit, comment, and add to that every growing TBR pile.

The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted by Kimba @Caffeinated Book Reviewer. It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog and showcase books and things we have received.