Not Guilty of Books

  JACK BE NIMBLE Boxcar Boys - Book One by Jackie North Release Date: March 16, 2026 Review I love a unique story setting, and a series about boxcar boys is just that! Book One follows Jack, aka Nimble, as he gets stranded in a small rural community during a snowstorm. He’s warm and thoughtful, and enjoys the town and its people. Unlike Morgan, who is grumpy, closed off, and carrying an air of defeat. He reluctantly shares his tiny apartment above the Feed and Supply store as a winter storm nears. It’s a slow burn between them and getting to know one another isn’t smooth. They both carry baggage and struggle to figure out how to share space, let alone love each other. But they built a nice life together that is entirely satisfying and heartwarming. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis On the run. Riding the rails. Looking for love. Nimble doesn’t know anywhere else but the streets of his hometown, but when his father's alcoholism spirals out of control, Nimble decides he ca...

  BALLS & FALLS Blackwood Knights - Book Two by Jem Wendel Release Date: March 16, 2026 Review A wonderful story with two men who have a fantastic connection and a reason to take it slow. One terrible fight, led by an equally terrible ex, created a wedge. Then Gabriel’s dad died, and he had to take over the estate, and by the time he could get his head above water, the rift was too great. But now that Gabriel’s dream equestrian centre is coming true, he wants his best friend, Charley, back at his side. The reunion isn’t hearts and cupcakes, but their journey back to one another is really touching and fun. And it’s beautiful that they get the happy ever after that neither of them expected. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Gabriel Ten years ago I lost my best friend, and now with the dream I only shared with him back then coming to fruition, I have the perfect excuse to make things right, fixing what I broke. Everything's in place so I make an offer I hope he can'...

  HOUSE OF CARDS Not In the Cards - Book One by Courtney W. Dixon Release Date: March 16, 2026 Review Such a lovely story. It’s a break from some of Courtney’s darker, bloodier works (which I also love), more reminiscent of the first books that brought her into my life. Sarcastic, hardworking and hardplaying Cal is a committed bachelor and childphobic. However, his next-door neighbour is Seth, gentle, kind single father of three. They annoy each other! Then one day, everything changes for Cal and Seth is there to help him through it all. And trust me, a man who can show vulnerability, adopt a kitten for a grieving kid, and love kids that aren’t his, is hella attractive. I love the slow burn of grouchy neighbours, to friends, to lovers path that they take. It’s a great story. Word of warning - there is a number of deaths discussed and dealt with.  Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis "I never wanted nor was I supposed to be a father. Now, I'm having to foster a 14-year-...