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  HAVOC FOR THE HOLIDAYS Home for the Holidays Series by Jay Leigh Release Date: November 11, 2024 Review A sweet start to the holiday season with young single dad Ollie and Windhaven transplant Ez. With some meddling friends and an adorable little girl, these two find themselves spending time together. Something Ollie is in great need of. That boy is dedicated to his daughter, but it’s time he gets a little adult time too. Ez is a wonderful man but he’s also struggling with his life trajectory. Thrown into running his mother’s dance studio, he could use a fresh start with Ollie. It’s lowish angst but it’s not short on emotion and great characters. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Ollie and Ez need a holiday miracle before havoc gets in the way of happily ever after. Single dad Oliver Branson has everything he could want in his simple, routine life. A beautiful daughter, a nice enough apartment, and a decent enough job. With the holidays fast approaching, he couldn't be...

  SPOOKED Welcome to Windhaven - Book Two by Jay Leigh Release Date: October 7, 2024 Review A cute, cozy fall romance with a couple of men over 40 who deserve a second chance at love. And all the candy they can eat. Chip has been a shell of himself since his husband passed away. But Lincoln and his sweet children bring him back to life, and in turn, give them the love they deserve.  Lincoln works his butt off to take care of his family and the shop, but he’s been missing someone to care for and be there for him. It’s a very lovely little story. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis In the heart of a picturesque small town, two lonely souls find that love might be the scariest—and most magical—thing of all. Windhaven, New York, is the epitome of autumn charm, where crisp leaves blanket slate sidewalks and cozy sweaters become a necessity. But behind the quaint facades of this small town, two men are haunted by ghosts of their past. Lincoln Townsend, a devoted single fath...

  STOPPED Welcome to Windhaven - Book One by Jay Leigh Release Date: September 9, 2024 Review A cute second-chance small-town romance. With all the sweetness and tension of two best friends who fell out years ago. Now unable to avoid each other in such a small town, and with Elijah running for election, it may be a chance to heal old wounds. Especially once they realize their bond and affection are just as strong as they once were. There’s plenty of other lovely town folk and one douche, as well as a very touching narrative involving William’s father. A quick cosy read perfect for the start of pumpkin spice season! Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis In the quaint town of Windhaven, where autumn leaves blanket the streets, and the air is crisp with possibility, two estranged childhood friends find their way back to each other. With his heart set on becoming the town supervisor, Elijah returns home with dreams of bettering the community. But beneath his confident exterior l...

  HERALD THE NIGHT The Rainbow Brigade - Book Four by Jay Leigh Release Date: June 10, 2024 Review Herald the Night is a political suspense thriller series following multiple characters/couples. It’s been a rocky road for this group as they battle evil and corruption, not to mention their own personal demons. The main couple, Theo and Connor, from book one, are struggling. They have been through so much and it seems like they don’t get much of a break, so they are required to dig deep to keep their relationship. It would be a shame for it to be a casualty of the creepy bastard freaking them all out (and me!). And it was tough at times, it’s always a struggle to see a couple you love hit hard times in their relationship. But real too. The thriller side of things really keeps you engaged and on the edge of your seat. It’s hard to explain without giving things away. Ultimately truth and hope win. And love. Love always wins!  Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Conflict t...

  STEPPING UP City Boys Never Sleep - Book Two by Jay Leigh Release Date: April 5, 2024 Review Twins Mason and Shiloh will break your heart with the things they’ve endured, including losing a father before they knew how much he loved them. It was difficult watching Mason in book one as he struggled to deal with Shiloh finding someone to love that wasn’t him. But it’s all part of their journey, finding their way in this new life. And for Mason, this new life in this big city is a struggle. It’s A LOT! But in the process, he finds a friend. Wickham. Wickham has his own issues - mainly dealing with his horrible mother and absent father. He wants to live his own life, choose his own career, and find his own life partner, but Mommy Dearest isn’t making it easy. These show each other so much kindness and support, and a safe place for them each to find their way. It’s not just grandiose things, it’s the small moments too.  These two, along with Shiloh, Trey, and Mags make an amazing ...