Not Guilty of Books

  HOLDEN by Kate Hawthorne Ink and Ember - Book One Release Date: May 21, 2026 Review Love this couple.  They are adorable and sexy, and I love the pairing of grumpy tattooed Holden with the endlessly chatty Bryce.  Holden is reluctant to anything with Bryce, because he’s chatty, because he works with Bryce’s brother, because he’s not convinced about building connection. But Bryce’s assuredness and eagerness are hard to resist. It’s a fun relationship, with some light kink (especially by Kate standards!) but perfectly them. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Ink and Ember is open for business. Holden Walker likes peace and quiet, which sometimes makes working at a boisterous tattoo shop, Ink and Ember, hard for him. Fellow tattoo artist Merrick does not know when to stop talking and inserting himself into other people’s business, which is how Holden ends up escorting Merrick’s younger brother Bryce Shannon to lunch on his first day in LA. Attraction between the ...

  HELL OR HIGH WATER Toronto Thunder - Book Three by Beth Bolden Release Date: March 26, 2026 Review TENSION! Nate and Ramsey get off to a steamy start, and the truth of their identities comes to light, and then, the rivalry is on. Ramsey comes across as the stereotype of a professional athlete. Attitude and swagger. But he’s also covering an element of insecurity as he battles an injury. But in refusing to show it, he manages to rile up Nate endlessly. Nate is a pretty sweet guy, and comes across as really down to earth. And I’m endlessly annoyed with his friends and teammates and the lack of care they take with him, always siding with Ramsey. With a mix of hockey and football, you get a wild romance. And if you’ve ever listened to a Beth Bolden audiobook, you’ll know her narrator bestie is Darcy Stark. They make a good pairing, Darcy seemingly really understanding her style and characters. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Come hell or high water, Nate’s gonna be Ramse...

  HOME ICE by Saxon James — MM Best Friends to Lovers Single Dad Small Town Hockey Romance | Cover & Excerpt Reveal Cover & Excerpt Reveal HOME ICE by Saxon James   Release Date: June 25, 2026 Genre: MM Hockey Romance Standalone Tropes: Best friends to strangers to lovers, single dad, small town, youth hockey coach x NHL player, surprise (secret) kid, it's always been you Cover Design: Story Styling Cover Designs Photography: Wander Aguiar Photography Model: Jerrin Discreet Cover Design: Emily Wittig   Synopsis TAI...

  SWEET-TALKING SILAS Matchmaking in Granville - Book Three by DJ Jamison Release Date: May 20, 2026 Review It definitely takes some sweet-talking to convince Silas that Bryson has a twin, and he, in fact, is not getting married! They are hot together and definitely fit perfectly, but Silas has baggage, so it takes some gentle moments and cute dates. Bryson is a lovely guy, and i appreciate his patience and care, letting Silas come to the realization how much he wants this. They are surrounded by the usual, wonderful cast of side characters supporting these men. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis I plan happily-ever-afters, but I don't believe in them... That doesn't stop the Matchmaking Mamas from trying to find me a dream man. When they corner me at a wedding I'm working, I'm too busy to fight their meddling ways. I agree to one match so they'll back off. One date and I'll put the matchmaking nonsense behind me for good. Then I meet Bryson. As if he ...