Not Guilty of Books

  NEED YOU CLOSE Second Chance Ranch - Book Three by Annabeth Albert Release Date: March 5, 2026 Review These two are definitely getting their second chance. Carson is struggling after he was injured. Finding his new normal, figuring out who he is outside of the military. And wishing people would treat him as a person fully capable of making his own decisions (looking at you, big brother!). You know who does do that? Jude. The gorgeous veterinarian whos come home in the wake of his parents' death. Working himself and his old truck to the bone. Carson shows him that he and his career can be loved exactly as they are. It’s a lovely story, with plenty of gentle moments that bring peace to them and us, and build towards a beautiful forever. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Friends don’t let friends fall for each other. Two of my closest friends have recently paired off with partners of their own, and I need a new friend in the worst way. I’m busy carrying on my father’s lar...

  Charming Puckboy by Eden Finley & Saxon James | MM Hockey Romance Cover & Excerpt Reveal CHARMING PUCKBOY Puckboys - Book Ten by Eden Finley & Saxon James Cover & Excerpt Reveal Release Date: April 16, 2026 Cover Design: Story Styling Cover Designs Photographer: Wander Aguiar Photography Model: Chase Genre: M/M Hockey Romance Standalone Tropes: Childhood crush, just for the summer, collective mayhem, Disney Princess puckboy, interfering kikishkins, zombie squirrels, “fuck it” Synopsis LACHIE It doesn’t matter that I was the number one draft pick in the NHL or that I’m projected to be the next great generational player, because no...

  AARON’S UNLIKELY LOVE Cardinal Falls - Book Four by EJ Stoll Release Date: February 26, 2026 Review A gentle and lovely slow burn. Aaron has been told numerous times he’s not a very good boyfriend. So no matter how much being with Oliver feels right and good, he’s reluctant to take them to the boyfriend level. But you can’t fight something that works and makes you feel loved.  It takes them a bit of time, but ultimately Aaron and Oliver know they have good thing and fight to make it last. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis All my past lovers have said the same thing: I'm a terrible boyfriend. It’s true. I’m dedicated to my friends, work, and running, in that order. Between shift work, a strict training schedule, and little free time, I leave myself with little energy for dating. Which is perfectly fine until I meet Oliver. He’s gorgeous and easy to talk to, but he’s also on a date with my best friend’s crush. Not the best circumstances to start a relationship. I kn...

  STUBBORN BOYS Perfect Boys - Book Three by KM Neuhold Release Date: November 12, 2021 Audio Release Date: December 9, 2021 Review A thoroughly enjoyable mmm read.  It was swoony and touching. And I loved how the three of them came together and found their way.  Each one was wonderful and interesting, and brought something special to the story. I especially enjoyed this as an audiobook. Tim Paige, Liam Dicosimo, & Wayne Carter did an excellent job with the story and the characters. And having three different narrators really made the story special. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Alden has always liked a challenge, and what could be more difficult than not one, but two stubborn boys? Five years ago the military returned me home short one leg with scars covering one side of my body. I learned to live with it, I built a new life for myself, and I found a way to love the new body I was given… there’s just one thing I can’t accept. I have no right to want ...