Time to spread the love!! In honor of it being Valentine's Day ... here is a list (in no particular order) of book couples that I thoroughly enjoyed reading about this past year (from February 2015 - January 2016):
♥ means that I gave the couple's novel a 5 star rating
-- Read more about the novel (and a teaser or two) that each couple is in by clicking their title links --
ALSO -- Be sure to check out the Giveaway at the bottom of this post!! [Giveaway will run from February 14 - 17, 2016]
-- Read more about the novel (and a teaser or two) that each couple is in by clicking their title links --
ALSO -- Be sure to check out the Giveaway at the bottom of this post!! [Giveaway will run from February 14 - 17, 2016]
- Jasmine (Jas) & Sarge [from "Crashed Out" [MADE IN JERSEY Series, Book 1] by Tessa Bailey]: Jasmine might be seven years older than Sarge but that doesn't stop their chemistry from igniting and quickly bringing their relationship into something more than remembered friendship. ♥
- Olivia & Gabriel [from "Royal Heirs Required" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Sherdana Royalty Series, Book 1] by Cat Schield]: I enjoyed how their relationship turned into something neither wanted to let go of, it made it all very charming. I couldn’t get enough!
- Delta & Cooper [from "Texas Mail Order Bride" [Bachelors of Battle Creek Series, Book 1] by Linda Broday]: I liked seeing Cooper & Delta together and watching them deal with their attraction. It was very sweet.
- Edwina (Ed) & Justin (Jus) [from "The Hero" [Hot Aussie Heroes Series, Book 2] by Amy Andrews]: Justin's relationship with Edwina is combustible from the very beginning; and as the novel progresses, it makes you want to root for them even more.
- Allison (Alli) & Nathan (Nate) [from "The Daddy Wish" [Those Engaging Garretts! Series, Book 6] by Brenda Harlen]: I found Allison and Nate to be an engaging couple, enjoyed them being together a lot.
- Randi, Tyler (Ty), & Brian [from "Calling the Play" [Birmingham Rebels Series, Book 2] by Samantha Kane]: They were all quite funny and I adored their playful banter. Together these three make a great team! ♥
- Kira & Arik [from "When An Alpha Purrs" [A Lion’s Pride Series, Book 1] by Eve Langlais]: Together this couple makes a great pair! Able to banter and talk everything out while delightfully riling each other up, with these two “fate” chose well.
- Madison & Scott [from "Madison's Song" by Christine Amsden]: It was hard not to feel that Scott and Madison were meant for one another, I strongly feel that this dynamic duo are a great pair.
- Elizabeth (Lizzie) & Zachariah (Zack) [from "The Amish Mother" [Lancaster Courtships Series, Book 2] by Rebecca Kertz]: From their subtle banter to how they "feel one another out" in learning to trust them to their growing relationship, I cannot praise their connection enough!
- Alex, Cash, & Rusty [from "Theirs" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 11] by Eve Vaughn]: Their novel hits their HEA right out of the ballpark it’s so sweet, erotic, and entertaining! ♥
- Gracie & Jake [from "To Win Her Love" [Players Series, Book 1] by Mackenzie Crowne]: Gracie is a fun character who knows her mind and does anything she needs to protect her love ones. Jake is an “outlaw” who reforms in this novel and reading about him settling down was so sweet! Together they are unstoppable!
- Jane & Garrett (Upton) [from "The Unlikely Lady" [The Playful Brides Series, Book 3] by Valerie Bowman]: They were unknowingly soul mates. I mean with so many similarities it’s hard not to believe they were just meant to be.
- Kansas & Tobias [from "Coming Home" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 9] by N. J. Walters]: Kansas and Tobias are a great match up! Reading about them reunite was very heartening and I could not get enough.
- Sunny & Michael [from "Just the Way You Aren't" by Lynda Simmons]: They are an intriguing couple from their first real meeting at the masquerade to their playful banter with each other to their easy relationship around Sunny's daughter. It all held me spell bound, wanting to read more but also sad to see it end.
- Lauren & Sean [from "Cougar’s First Christmas" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 8] & [Cascade Shifters Series, Book 1.5] by Jessie Donovan]: Both are feisty which made reading about what they go through to protect one another, and their relationship, an enjoyable experience. ♥
- Eliza (Bessie) & William [from "Not Quite Darcy" by Terri Meeker]: They worked well together and it felt like as long as they had one another they could've taken on the world.
- Katie & Joseph (Joey) [from "Dragon Her Feet" [Stratton Series, Book 2] by Celia Kyle & Mina Carter]: They seem different in every conceivable way but their hearts and "inner beasties" can't deny their connection even if for better or worse they want to at times.
- Susan & Jean-Paul (JP/Sir Hywel) [from "My Perfect Mate" [The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10] by Caryn Moya Block]: Together they make one hell of a couple, if only Susan can get over her initial fears that something will go wrong.
- Tory & Simon [from "Taking on Tory" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 2] & [Magic, New Mexico Series, Book 2] by S. E. Smith]: Tory and Simon's whirlwind romance was fun to read, especially as they go about learning each other. ♥
- Ella & Patrick [from "Kiss the Earl" [Geek Girls Series, Book 3] by Gina Lamm]: If you are a fan of Mr. Darcy & Elizabeth Bennett then you will like Patrick & Ella. They both deal with getting over major amounts of pride as their feelings grow for each other.
- Ruth & Deacon [from "Reap & Repent" [The Reaper Series, Book 1] by Lisa Medley]: I liked reading about Ruth and his growing relationship. It was fast-paced, intoxicating, and relentless. Very hard not to root for them!
- Jaycee & Tyler [from "At Ease" by Olivia Brynn]: They are a great couple who’s chemistry off the charts. I have a good feeling about them being together.
- Aubrey & Alaric [from "Alaric’s Perfect Mate" [Saber Chronicles Series, Book 1] by R. E. Butler]: I could not get enough of Alaric and Aubrey! They're one commanding duo.
- Greta & Aedan [from "An Irish Heart" by Jackie Zack]: They were great counterparts to one another! I’m happy I could get to know them and read their story! ♥
- Sarah & Mose [from "The Amish Widow's Secret" by Cheryl Williford]: I really liked how they became a united team before they even really knew one another. Mose and Sarah were a great couple!
- Ginevieve (Gin) & Daniel (Dan) [from "The Dandelion Field" by Kathryn Springer]: Dan & Gin are wonderful counterpoints to each other....Together they are very sweet and I wish I could have read more about them.
- Annika, Sam & Calder [from "Longing for Wolves" [Shifter Country Wolves Series, Book 5] by Roxie Noir]: Sam and Calder are perfect counterparts to one another than when you bring Annika into the mix it was as if she settled them down. I really liked them together.
- Daisy & Fergal [from "Blood and Metal" [Dark Desires Series, Book 5] by Nina Croft]: Their relationship has such an intensity that you get hooked from the very beginning when she tries to literally to rip out his throat and keeps you wanting to read more. A great pair! ♥
- Jillian (Jill) & Sawyer [from "The Trouble with Texas Cowboys" [Burnt Boot, Texas Series, Book 2] by Carolyn Brown]: I really liked how they seem to quickly grow their relationship into something where they can stick up for one another without question and, through it all, it makes them fall in love even when they are trying to avoid a relationships at all costs.
- Alaina & Niall [from "His Perfect Wolf" [Mystic Wolves Series, Book 2] by Elle Boon]: The intimacy between Niall and Alaina is magnetic!
- Heidi & Liam [from "Up In Flames" [Netherworld Series, Book 2] by Olivia Hutchinson]: From the first time they see each other you can't deny that they have a remarkable connection. The more they interact with one another the stronger their connection grows; it was intriguing to read about.
- Rebecca & Samuel [from "An Amish Harvest" [The Amish Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids]: I found Samuel & Rebecca to be charming in their banter and growing relationship as they keep one another on their toes.
- Rowan (Ro/Peach) & Adam [from "Mayhem" [Mayhem Series, Book 1] by Jamie Shaw]: Together they bond over French, music, and more creating an instant relationship that is sweetly hot. A relationship that was very enviable. ♥
- Anya & Matt (Will) [from "Anya and the Shy Guy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 4] by Suze Winegardner]: I fell in love with them as a couple!
- Jezebel (Jessie/Lisbet) & Daniel [from "Not Always a Saint" [The Lost Lords Series, Book 7] by Mary Jo Putney]: They are a matched set. On paper, they were everything both didn’t want for in a partner. Yet, as they get to know one another, better they find that they are the perfect match!
- Cora (Corazón) & Caleb [from "Cowboy Valentine" [Cowboy Cocktail Series, Book 1] by Mia Hopkins]: Together they are a sensual couple that you want to root for!
- Jane & Iain [from "Spellbound" [Warlocks MacGregor Series, Book 2] by Michelle M. Pillow]: I am enamored with Jane and Iain! They're just so cute together. ♥
- Molly & Ben [from "A Last Chance Christmas" [Sons of Chance Series, Book 17] by Vicki Lewis Thompson]: I appreciated the steps it took to bring Molly and Ben together for good.
- Vanessa & Quinn [from "Tiger In Her Bed" by Lizzie Lynn Lee]: While they make an odd match up, I enjoyed them together.
- Lorelei, Zeke & Dylan [from "Lorelei" [Alpha Marked Series, Book 5] by Celia Kyle]: Together they are combustible, scorching, and a trio whose relationship I just wanted to read about more.
- Fern & Zafir [from "The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction" [Seven Sexy Sins Series, Book 2] by Dani Collins]: I thoroughly enjoyed the earnest way Fern and Zafir fell for one another!
- Raye (Rachel) & Bobby (Robert) [from "In The Air Tonight" [Sisters of the Craft Series, Book 1] by Lori Handeland]: Raye is a captivating heroine while Bobby’s boundless protectiveness and slight insecurities make him one hero I wish I could know. Together these two create a superb pairing that I could not stop but want to read of more! ♥
- Mary & John [from "Married to a Perfect Stranger" by Jane Ashford]: I liked John and Mary together! They are very sweet as a couple and I liked how John defended Mary, no matter the cost.
- Daisy & Seb (Sebastian) [from "Expecting The Earl's Baby" [Summer Weddings Series, Book 1] by Jessica Gilmore]: I really liked them as a couple and I enjoyed how their novel's plot flowed so seamlessly.
- Lily & Cameron [from "Gone for You" [Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 1] by Jayne Frost]: I found Cameron's attraction and “chase” for Lily to be very endearing. They are very sweet together.
- Kat (Katherine) & Nico [from "Sweet as Sin" [Bad Habit Series, Book 1] by J. T. Geissinger]: I was pleasantly surprised with how Kat & Nico's romance progressed and grew. It was erotically heartwarming in its extreme intensity. ♥
- Stella & Oliver [from "The Heartbreakers" [The Heartbreak Chronicles, Book 1] by Ali Novak]: Together Oliver and Stella are an electric, fun, and enchanting couple. Simply, they even each other out.
- Kathryn & Patrick [from "A Castle for Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, The First Archive/Book 0.5] by Julie Wetzel]: I found their banter to be amusing while their growing relationship very gratifying! Kathryn definitely kept Patrick on his toes and it made watching her fall in love him all that much sweeter.
- Danielle (Dani) & Ryan [from "King Stud" [O'Connor Family Series, Book 1] by Liv Rancourt]: Simply, I liked Dani and Ryan together. Even though their novel throws many curveballs their way I’m glad it all works out for them.
- Sydney & Hunter [from "His New Jam" [Hot & Nerdy Series, Book 5] by Shannyn Schroeder]: I was intrigued with Hunter and how he goes about winning over Sydney’s affection one serenade at a time. In addition, I liked how they came together as a couple.
- Philippa (Pippa) & Lord Trent (James) [from "A Will and A Way" by Claudia Harbaugh]: I found Pippa & James’ banter fresh and entertaining while making me want them to get together from the beginning. ♥
- Kaitlin (Kate) & Beckett [from "Bride by Mistake" [Montana Born Brides Series, Book 3] by Nicole Helm]: They are oil and water at times but in the end, they made one another become a better people in the long run.
- Alexis (Lex/Lexus) & Noah [from "Paper or Plastic" by Vivi Barnes]: Together Noah and Lex are opposites that seem to balance one another out. They’re the definition of “living on different sides of the track” yet in some ways they help the other one stay grounded.
- Lillie & Jim [from "Copper King" [Takhini Shifters Series, Book 1] by Vivian Arend]: Their connection is instantaneous and I loved how they playfully got to know one another.
- Karen & Tyler [from "Center Ice" [Corrigan Falls Raiders Series, Book 1] by Cate Cameron]: I loved Tyler and Karen’s banter. They were a playful fun couple that were fun to read! ♥
- GiNae & OkVei [from "NiKoh’s Chosen: Family Matters" [The Chosen Series, Book 2] by Kenzie Michaels]: I really liked OkVei (NiKoh’s son) and GiNae’s friendship. It gave their novel another dynamic viewpoint that you had to admire.
- Cynthia (Cindy/Cinderella) & Chad [from "Cinderella’s Cowboy" [This Old House Series, Book 4] by Roxanne Snopek]: With a kitty, instead of a shoe, to bring Cynthia & Chad together I was charmed. I liked how their relationship subtly grew and how Chad’s ten-year mystery was revealed.
- Lucy & Brogan [from "Not So New In Town" [Harmony Homecomings Series, Book 2] by Michele Summers]: I especially enjoyed how unwittingly Brogan sweeps into Lucy's life and lights up her world as their romance begins. They are just SOO perfect for one another!
- Eve (Evangeline/Evie), Kham (Pharaoh Khaman-Ra), Kai & Roan [from "Eve’s Rescue" [Coalition Mates Series, Book 3] by Sarah Marsh]: When you aren’t reading their intensely HOT sex scenes, you get to read an abundance of fun, flirty, and sweet scenes between the four of them! I could not get enough!
- Isabella & Ashton [from "His Lion Blood" [Mystic Harbor Series, Book 4] by Scarlett Grove]: Their instant romance is enthralling in its intensity! They have such an instant attraction and connection (which is typical for the mate romances) that I couldn't help but like. ♥
- Maia & Cole [from "Rocky Mountain Miracle" by Christine Feehan]: The igniting chemistry between Cole and Maia was heavy throughout their novel making it easy to root for the growing relationship between them.
- Eva & Rudolph (Rudi) [from "Santa's Secret" by Serenity Woods]: The sparks between Eva and Rudi are hot and heavy from the very beginning, yet the way they handled their relationship during their time together that I loved more.
- Katie & Elam [from "Katie's Redemption" [Brides of Amish Country Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids]: Together they make a great pair who lifts one another up to improve themselves.
- Mardie & Jett [from "What a Bachelor Needs" [Bachelor Auction Series, Book 4] by Kelly Hunter]: I loved Jett, Mardie, Claire, Jett & Mardie's relationship, and their novel's plot! ♥
- Casey & Tyler [from "The Hot Streak: A Baseball Romance" by Cecilia Tan]: I really enjoyed how both Casey & Tyler deal with the major conflict that comes between them, as it helped me like them both even more. Together they just seem like a great team.
- Kenna (Freckles) & Dane [from "The One You Want" [The Original Heartbreakers Series, Book 0.5] by Gena Showalter]: I wasn't surprised that Dane, Kenna, and their story quickly enraptured me.
- Beth & Rylan (Ry) [from "No One Like You" [Barefoot William Series, Book 4] by Kate Angell]: I found Ry and Beth to be an inseparable duo. They have a sweet quality about them that made this "backwards Cinderella romance" very enchanting.
- Penny (Pen) & Michael [from "The Proposal At Siesta Key" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 2] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: They are an uplifting couple because of how their relationship naturally grew from how they meet, to their “working relationship,” to them falling for one another. It was just so sweet I could not get enough.
- Mia & Ryder [from "Mia and the Bad Boy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 2] by Lisa Burstein]: Together they are a powerful duo who seem to help each other turn into who they want and are meant to be. I thoroughly enjoyed Ryder and Mia's banter; it livens up every scene and is very entertaining. ♥
- Kat (Katherine/Katriona) & Prince (Edward) [from "The Ugly Stepsister" by Aya Ling]: They were a very forward-thinking fairytale couple that charmed me. I couldn't get enough of their relationship.
- Terra & Alexander (Alex) [from "For the Memory of Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, Book 2] by Julie Wetzel]: The attraction and growing chemistry between Alex and Terra was undeniable. Their story is fun and entertaining; I just could not get enough!
- Portia (Po) & Beau (Beauregard) [from "A Time for Everything" by Mysti Parker]: Reading about their harsh banter turning into calm friendship that grows into a strong bond was quite extraordinary and beautiful. They made a great couple! In addition, I LOVED their epilogue.
- Alex & Cannibal (Byron) [from "Interaction with a Dragon" [Human Interaction Series, Book 4] by Cheyenne Meadows]: From the witty banter between Alex & Cannibal (Byron) to reading about their growing relationship, it all helped me fall in love with this novel! ♥
- Alexandra (Alex) & Hayden [from "Falling for Her Enemy" [The Still Harbor Series, Book 2] by Victoria James]: I enjoyed Alex & Hayden’s constant banter and how their relationship grew from being volatile then turned into friendship then love.
- Quinn & Heath [from "Crazy for the Competition" [Hope Springs Series, Book 2] by Cindi Madsen]: I thoroughly enjoyed reading about their differences and how they managed to work together. Plus their chemistry was off the charts hot!
- Candy & Guy (Steele) [from "Baby Twins to Bind Them" by Carol Marinelli]: They livened each other up while broadening their own views about what they wanted out of life. Yet what really made me fall for their romance was how everything played out within the last few chapters, it's just so charming!!
- Orwenna (Wen) & Huroth [from "Dragon Wife" [Dragon Clan Series, Book 1] by Diana Green]: I really liked how Orwenna (Wen) & Huroth fell in love. Especially I liked that Wen was able to hold onto her new scene of self and purpose throughout the time she was falling for Huroth and how he liked her even more for it.
- Carina & King Marek [from "Caller of Light" by T. J. Shaw]: Their connection is shown as being all-consuming but in a way where they both benefit and strengthen each other. ♥
- Eve (Evie) & Ranton [from "The Dragons’ Demon: A Dragon’s Dream" [Ethereal Foes Series, Book 1] by Marie Harte]: Their connection is undeniable while being a strong force that was exciting to read.
- Tess & Forrest [from "Go Small or Go Home" [Toronto Collection, Book 2] by Heather Wardell]: Together Tess & Forrest are a bit of a heart wrenching pair. They made me want to root for them no matter what, yet because of Forrest past, it doesn’t always seem like it’ll be a happy ending for them. I thoroughly enjoyed their relationship.
- Amie (Amethyst) & Preston [from "Pregnant by the Cowboy CEO" [Diamonds in The Rough Series, Book 3] by Catherine Mann]: Together I found Amie and Preston to be a spicy and fun pair that challenge each other into being better versions of themselves.
- Leona (Le) & Zack (Zachariah/Zachary) [from "The Promise of Palm Grove" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 1] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: Zack—with his generously sweet ways—and Leona made this a novel I didn’t want to put down. I liked their relationship very much. ♥
- Lily & Dallas (The Destroyer) [from "Dragon's Redemption" [Dragon Lore Series, Book 2] by Eden Ashe]: I absolutely could NOT get enough of Dallas and Lily! Together they made a dynamic duo who fit each other perfectly.
- Henrietta (Hattie) & Jean [from "No Gentleman" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 6], [Cora’s Choice Series], & [Cora’s Bond Series] by V. M. Black]: I really liked them together as they complemented each other so well. Plus, I liked reading their banter.
- Julia & Alistair (Michael) [from "Heart of Steel" by Elizabeth Einspanier]: Their novel is sort of setup in the "Beauty & the Beast" style, where you get to see both the good and bad sides of each character but root for them to be together in the end.
- Phoenix & Riley [from "This Heart of Mine" [Whiskey Creek Series, Book 8] by Brenda Novak]: I couldn't get enough of Phoenix & Riley, didn't want their novel to end, as it was all I could've hoped for and more! Their story made me laugh, it made me tear up a lot, and most of all made me wish for a man like Riley too. ♥
- Emma & Jay [from "A Wedding at the Orange Blossom Inn" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 3] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: Their relationship grows quickly in this novel but I love how it was all handled and the calming effect they have for one another. The love that they show for one another and their unique situation kept reminding me of the 1968 version of “Yours, Mine, and Ours,” even though there is a lot more children in the movie.
- Grace & Oliver (Earl of Carlisle) [from "The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower" [Dukes of War Series, Book 1] by Erica Ridley]: They make quite a pair as they fumble through Society hoping to help one another out while hoping for the best. I think what I liked about them the most is their gracious hearts, and how they kept putting those they cared for first.
- Sam (Samantha) & Kevin [from "Crossing Lines" [Heat Wave Series, Book 3] by Alannah Lynne]: Kevin & Sam were great together, definitely a perfect pair despite how they got together.
- Ellie & Alek [from "Carrying the Greek's Heir" [One Night With Consequences Series, Book 8] by Sharon Kendrick]: I really liked was how Alek and Ellie come together in their relationship. It was sweet, dramatic, and well plotted out.
- Jessica (Jess) & Zane [from "Her Forbidden Cowboy" [Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Charlene Sands]: They are quite the pair. I can’t picture them with anyone else...Their novel hits a homerun on many levels! ♥
- Emily & August [from "The Evolution of Emily" [Kennedy High Series, Book 2] by Kate Scott]: The chemistry between August and Emily is off the charts!
- Jasmine (Princess), R. D., & Logan [from "Her Stepbrothers’ Demands" by Trinity Blacio]: Together this triad was one that captivated me in the way they go about joining and dealing with threats against them.
- Paige & Archer [from "Hunting a Mate" [Quick & Furry Series, Book 6] by Celia Kyle & Mina Carter]: They were a great couple! Archer is supportive of Paige’s “incidents” while Paige was adorable as she grew into her confidence around him.
- Kim & Lucas [from "Falling for the Firefighter" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 7] & [Hot Zone Anthology] by Shelli Stevens]: I liked their whirlwind romance!
- Gianna (Gia / Georgianna), Cris (Cristobal) & Cai (Mordecai) [from "The Witch’s Champions" by Honoria Ravena]: I would love to read more about this entertaining trio.
- Caelen & Dare [from "Charm School After Dark: Lesson 1" [Charm School Series, Book 1] by Lynn Carmer]: I really liked how Caelen and Dare come to terms with their attraction and get together. Then to top it off with the way Caelen tries to find her balance with him and how Dare deals with her eccentricities, it made me want to root for their relationship even more.
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