Not Guilty of Books

  REAL CHANCE Piedras Island Novella by Elle Keaton Release Date: July 16, 2026 Review A lot of fun, and I always enjoy getting more glimpses of Piedras Island and West Coast Forensics. And I’m tickled thinking about what kind of revenge Ethan will get on Ryder. Ethan definitely absolutely does not want to go away for a murder weekend. And he’s feeling pretty murderous himself when he discovers his ex is there too. Ethan is a grumpy fella, but he’s also hiding behind it. But Jordan is feeling determined. It’s a short story, but it was a good time, and the fact that it was a second chance reunion, you didn’t feel like it was rushed. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Ethan Moore said yes when he should’ve said no. Now he’s committed to a weekend at a remote luxury hotel--a murder weekend, if you will. The only person on Ethan’s murder-list is his coworker who caught him unawares with this over-the-top shenanigan. Oh, and the man who broke his heart years ago, who just so h...

  SILK AND HONEY Foggy Basin Season Three by Kota Quinn Release Date: August 6, 2026 Review This is a feel-good story with an ex-bodyguard turned beekeeper and a fashion designer getting started. They meet in the small town of Foggy Basin (read the prequel novella) where Gideon lives. Months later, they are still thinking about their time together. But now Avery is here to stay. And they are still drawn to each other.  Not to mention that Gideon is just so thoughtful, kind, and caring. And they both share the passion they have for their crafts. I love how they work together. And this found family of townfolks, designers, & musicians is particularly delightful. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Avery One night with a handsome ex-bodyguard was all it took. Five months later, and I’m still burning for him. Moving to a small town to chase my dream of becoming a designer was supposed to be strictly professional, but the moment I lock eyes with Gideon again, my career...

  GAME MISCONDUCT Scoring Chances - Book Six by Brigham Vaughn Release Date: August 7, 2026 Review A classic rival teammates, with one good guy and one chaotic self-centred player. If you love rivals, this will be a good time. I like Leif. Though he got caught up in the rivalry, he’s a calm presence, though is also a little closed off. From everyone. I can see why the opposites attract theory would work for him. I’ll admit, I don’t love Tanner. He’s the kind of guy who takes pleasure in making someone else uncomfortable. Not caring if he’s sharing private information. Hiding behind his chaotic, ADHD nature. He grows on me, but I never love him.  I love that they’re happy and working together to make their world of hockey a little more accepting. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis The last thing Tanner Clayton needs is to fall in love with his rival ... He loves playing defense for the Boston Harriers, hooking up with anyone he wants to, and hanging out with the boys....

  RELEASE TOUR: SWEET SOMETHING by Lane Hayes Length : 76,000 Series : Wood Hollow Stories, Book 2 Prior Reading : Prior reading recommended but not essential Genre : Contemporary, Rom-Com, Small-Town, Sports Tropes : Small-Town, Single Dad, Sports, Rom-com Trigger/Content Warnings : This deals with surrogacy. All happy. There is also a death of a sibling off page. Designer : Sleepy Fox Studio https://getbook.at/WoodHollowStories2 The baker, the grumpy lumberjack, and a new dad journey… Dexter The donut business is booming in Wood Hollow, along with my flag-football program. Now I’m ready to take on a new challenge—parenthood. See, I’ve always wanted to be a dad and it’s finally happening. Wood Hollow is the perfect place to raise a child. It’s quiet, safe, and the folks here are friendly. One glaring exception is the grumpy lumberjack…who ends up being besties with my surrogate. What are the odds?  Y...

  HUNT ME Murder Hearts - Book One by EM Lindsey & Cora Rose Release Date: August 7, 2026 Review I am particularly taken by Archie, the autistic, morally gray man who saves cats and Denver. This is an entertaining story, and I really enjoy both the characters and the chaos they both bring to the story. Along with the steady acceptance and the desire to stand up for each other. The stalker piece felt like it was missing something.  But it was entertaining and helped to really delve into Denver’s family, who are going to be all levels of entertaining. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Doing Deaf drag isn’t supposed to come with threats to my life, damn it. I’ve had a stalker before, and apparently—even after involving my friend from the FBI—he’s decided to come back and make my life hell. But this time, however, a slightly terrifying stranger shows up to play hero. He knocked my stalker on his ass and left me with blood smears on my jaw and a kiss on my lips so de...