A review by jennadb
Tropical Tryst by Carma Haley Shoemaker, Mandy Rosko, Stacey-Deanne, EmKay Connor, Susan Ann Wall, Holly Cortelyou, Jan O'Hara, Roxy Sinclaire, J.B. Duvane, Caitlyn Lynch, Sharon Hamilton, Whitley Cox, Krista Ames, Linda O'Connor, Karen M. Bryson, Courtney Hunt, Liz Gavin, Victoria Pinder, C.J. Matthew, Alexis Alvarez, Fiona Meirs, Lena Bourne, Celeste Hall, Nicole Morgan, Elana Brooks
4.0
Tropical Tryst is a fun read with lots of great stories by great authors, that are steamy and will leave you dreaming of the hot and oh so sexy and sizzling alpha men.
Seal My Love by Sharon Hamilton
Trace Bennett is a Navy SEAL and has been transferred to a new Team. When they decide to take a break with friends and family Treace finds someone who just may change his life. Gretchen Sanders is a single mum and when her sister asks her to go away with her, she finds someone who may just change her life. When her daughter is in trouble Gretchen finds these bunch of loyal men helping her every step of the way. Who doesn't love a good story with Alpha Navy SEAL's!!
Tempting James by Victoria Pinder
James was sent on a mission to protect but when he meets Scarlett, she has other plans. Scarlett needs a husband, not a baby sitter, but when he offers what she needs she takes him up on the offer. Scarlett is vulnerable but headstrong and when her life is in danger he is the one trying to keep her safe. Now the time to part is near they both realise they have found more than they had ever dreamed. He had nothing, now he has everything.
Rider's Fall by Lena Bourne
Chloe had fled her home in America when her ex decided to get back at her. He exposed something so intimate to the world that she had no option but to leave the only home she loved. What she found in Brazil was far more than she ever thought possible. Rider loved to get away from it all and just ride his bike. There is nothing like the wind in your hair and the open road to make life simple. When a beautiful unimposing young woman needs help, Rider decides that he will be the one to help her and possibly put an end to his gypsy lifestyle to find the end of the road.
A Miracle in Hawaii by Fiona Miers
Samara has decided that she needs time to get her house in order. Time for her to have the one thing the doctors say she may never have especially if she leaves it much longer. When she decides to take one last job before she puts her plan in place she never thought it would give her the one thing she has longed for. Julian is back and determined to fix his mistakes but when his mother interferes he is forced to work with someone that he doesn't want around. What happens when their two worlds collide?
Perfectly Skeptical by Linda O'Connor
Brianna is close to finishing her studies and becoming the one thing she has always wanted but she can't wait to take some time off and have a staycation. When Brianna has a windfall her friend encourages her to take a real vacation and live a little. Matt has always found it hard to gauge woman and what they want. He has always been guarded since he was burned but maybe, just maybe this beautiful stranger may be the one person to change his mind.
Alpha Heat by Mandy Rosko
Andrea is looking for the one person who she hasn't seen for a long time. If she doesn't find him both of them could be in danger. Xander is not your average man he has been hiding a secret but that secret was shown to the world when he decided to save the love of his life. Now he finds that the threat is still out there and he will do whatever it costs to save the one he has always loved from them, no matter what the cost to himself.
Tristan by Liz Gavin
Tristan moved to a beautiful country to try to leave his past behind. For 15 years he has been trying to forget the betrayal, the hurt, the anger, the frustration. When Izzie turns up everything comes rushing back and he can't deal with her but what she has come to tell him could change everything. Will he listen to what she has to say or will he send her packing before the truth is revealed?
Desire a Bridesmaid by Courtney Hunt
Anna is always the bridesmaid and never the bride but that is her job, literally. She has decided that enough is enough and she is going to leave and start her dream job. When she is asked to perform once again she finds so much more on the beautiful Island once again. Carter has finally pulled himself out of his rut and is content with his life but when he sees a blast from the past he finds she could just be the one or is she?
Finding Cory by Caitlyn Lynch
Olivia is running and she finds herself taking on a job she would be crazy to refuse. What more could she want, a beautiful Island in Australia, all expenses paid, great new friends and one hot and very sexy man. Cory loves his job, waking up to one of the most beautiful places on earth makes it worth the while. When a new employee shows up in his neck of the woods he sees the possibility of more.
Murder With a Kiss by Stacey Deanne
This was a good read and a captivating story. Kayla is determined to find her brother's killer and meets his best friend Tate who also wants answers. There are lots of twists that you don't see coming that will keep you hooked. Can Kayla trust and believe in the one who has stolen her heart.
A Major Affair by CJ Matthew
What happens when two people are sent to the same place for the same thing by two different corporations? Is spying and espionage their thing? Will they help each other out or keep secrets close to their hearts? What they find when they see things through each other’s eyes is much more than one can hope for. This is a great read and I truly loved the characters.
Brooklyn Winters by Karen M Bryson
Spring break with your bestie and some gorgeous guys, what more could you want? What seems to be the ideal holiday destination may turn out to be the worst place on earth. Who can you trust and who can you really get to help you? When all is not as it seems, the truths that are learnt are the hardest to take. What you thought you knew is taken away. Who you thought you could trust seems only like a memory.
Two Reckless Hearts by Holly Courtelyou
I enjoyed the journey of Jami and Beck and the adventures everyone had on the beautiful romantic island. But what happens when chemistry gets in the way of a professional relationship? I also enjoyed the families and getting to know all the characters, you will definitely find this one making you smile.
His Diamond in the Rough by Roxy Sinclaire and Zara Zena
Eric has been burned pretty bad and doesn't trust anyone and seems to jump to conclusions without thinking it through. When Sam finds something that could change her life, her morals just won't let her do the unthinkable. Is Sam someone that Eric can trust or will he destroy the one thing that could change his mind and change his life.
Worth The Risk by Emkay Connor
Dara left everything behind to start her new life away from prying eyes. Her home was on a beautiful island with very few inhabitants. Trust does not come easy to her after her world came tumbling down around her ears and she vows and declares that she will not let that happen again. But when a hot and sexy stranger comes knocking, she wonders if this is just what she needs. But can she trust again and if so will that trust be misplaced?
Off Balance by Susan Ann Wall
Haven loves his business and getting to know himself better has been a long journey but a lonely one. Now he is going on a journey with people from his group and is in for a surprise he never thought he would be ready for. But there is one person he has had on his mind a lot lately and that is Heather. Is he ready to find love again? Is he ready to open himself up to having someone in his life?
Making Waves by Krista Ames
Bree has not seen her friend in forever and a holiday away is just what they need but things don't go to plan and Bree is having to make the most of it by herself. That is until she comes to the aid of a man who she finds herself falling for. Hunter wants to kill his best friend. He may have good intentions but what he has done upsets him. That is until a beautiful woman comes to his rescue. When it's all over can there be more or was it just a holiday fling?
Starry Nights by JB Duvanne
Maggie learns that the one place on earth she loves may be taken away from her. She also learns that the one she has always loved is back on the island. When the two come face to face sparks fly but is the good kind or the bad kind? When things get twisted can she rely on her own instincts? Can she learn to let go of resentment and go all in for love?
Cold and Hottie by Jan O'Hara
I found myself laughing and feeling for our main characters Olivia and Finn. There is just the right amount of pain and tension, humour and fun and of course romance. Will the truth be revealed and old wounds heal? Will lost love be found?
Lust Abroad by Whitely Cox
A great tale of two strangers Piper and Derrick who come face to face in an airport and discover they are going to the same places. What they discover is far more than either of them thought and running for their lives was certainly not one of them. Do these two need each other more than they realise? Two hearts one soul. This is one of my favourites in this anthology
Sunset Seduction by Carma Haley Shoemaker
Julia wonders what could be more beautiful than a holiday with your girls on one of the most beautiful places in the world. What could be more beautiful than seeing someone who desires you for you. What could be more beautiful than meeting that someone who has the power to make you whole again. Seth wonders what could be more beautiful than finding the most precious thing on earth. This is a beautiful story.
Homecoming by Elana Brooks
When your sister is taken from you and your family what lengths will you go to? What happens when you are determined that no one and nothing will stand in your way of making things right? Will desperate times call for desperate measures? Can love be found on the high seas?
Just Trust Me by Celeste Hall
Going to stay at the resort her best friend manages out in the middle of nowhere is just what Jenn needs. A remote island in the middle of a jungle is just what the doctor ordered. When Jenn comes face to face with her first crush she wonders how she will survive. Can love be found in the jungle? But when strange things begin to happen Jenn is left wondering just who she can trust. In the jungle is there anyone who can keep her safe?
Hotter in Hawaii by Alexis Alvarez
This story is around a freelance photographer and her notorious playboy boss. When he sees exactly who is behind the lens of the camera sparks fly and two world collide.
I absolutely loved their sassy and smart, yet sexy and witty and so so easy flirtatious banter. This one will leave you hot and bothered under the collar!!
Seal My Love by Sharon Hamilton
Trace Bennett is a Navy SEAL and has been transferred to a new Team. When they decide to take a break with friends and family Treace finds someone who just may change his life. Gretchen Sanders is a single mum and when her sister asks her to go away with her, she finds someone who may just change her life. When her daughter is in trouble Gretchen finds these bunch of loyal men helping her every step of the way. Who doesn't love a good story with Alpha Navy SEAL's!!
Tempting James by Victoria Pinder
James was sent on a mission to protect but when he meets Scarlett, she has other plans. Scarlett needs a husband, not a baby sitter, but when he offers what she needs she takes him up on the offer. Scarlett is vulnerable but headstrong and when her life is in danger he is the one trying to keep her safe. Now the time to part is near they both realise they have found more than they had ever dreamed. He had nothing, now he has everything.
Rider's Fall by Lena Bourne
Chloe had fled her home in America when her ex decided to get back at her. He exposed something so intimate to the world that she had no option but to leave the only home she loved. What she found in Brazil was far more than she ever thought possible. Rider loved to get away from it all and just ride his bike. There is nothing like the wind in your hair and the open road to make life simple. When a beautiful unimposing young woman needs help, Rider decides that he will be the one to help her and possibly put an end to his gypsy lifestyle to find the end of the road.
A Miracle in Hawaii by Fiona Miers
Samara has decided that she needs time to get her house in order. Time for her to have the one thing the doctors say she may never have especially if she leaves it much longer. When she decides to take one last job before she puts her plan in place she never thought it would give her the one thing she has longed for. Julian is back and determined to fix his mistakes but when his mother interferes he is forced to work with someone that he doesn't want around. What happens when their two worlds collide?
Perfectly Skeptical by Linda O'Connor
Brianna is close to finishing her studies and becoming the one thing she has always wanted but she can't wait to take some time off and have a staycation. When Brianna has a windfall her friend encourages her to take a real vacation and live a little. Matt has always found it hard to gauge woman and what they want. He has always been guarded since he was burned but maybe, just maybe this beautiful stranger may be the one person to change his mind.
Alpha Heat by Mandy Rosko
Andrea is looking for the one person who she hasn't seen for a long time. If she doesn't find him both of them could be in danger. Xander is not your average man he has been hiding a secret but that secret was shown to the world when he decided to save the love of his life. Now he finds that the threat is still out there and he will do whatever it costs to save the one he has always loved from them, no matter what the cost to himself.
Tristan by Liz Gavin
Tristan moved to a beautiful country to try to leave his past behind. For 15 years he has been trying to forget the betrayal, the hurt, the anger, the frustration. When Izzie turns up everything comes rushing back and he can't deal with her but what she has come to tell him could change everything. Will he listen to what she has to say or will he send her packing before the truth is revealed?
Desire a Bridesmaid by Courtney Hunt
Anna is always the bridesmaid and never the bride but that is her job, literally. She has decided that enough is enough and she is going to leave and start her dream job. When she is asked to perform once again she finds so much more on the beautiful Island once again. Carter has finally pulled himself out of his rut and is content with his life but when he sees a blast from the past he finds she could just be the one or is she?
Finding Cory by Caitlyn Lynch
Olivia is running and she finds herself taking on a job she would be crazy to refuse. What more could she want, a beautiful Island in Australia, all expenses paid, great new friends and one hot and very sexy man. Cory loves his job, waking up to one of the most beautiful places on earth makes it worth the while. When a new employee shows up in his neck of the woods he sees the possibility of more.
Murder With a Kiss by Stacey Deanne
This was a good read and a captivating story. Kayla is determined to find her brother's killer and meets his best friend Tate who also wants answers. There are lots of twists that you don't see coming that will keep you hooked. Can Kayla trust and believe in the one who has stolen her heart.
A Major Affair by CJ Matthew
What happens when two people are sent to the same place for the same thing by two different corporations? Is spying and espionage their thing? Will they help each other out or keep secrets close to their hearts? What they find when they see things through each other’s eyes is much more than one can hope for. This is a great read and I truly loved the characters.
Brooklyn Winters by Karen M Bryson
Spring break with your bestie and some gorgeous guys, what more could you want? What seems to be the ideal holiday destination may turn out to be the worst place on earth. Who can you trust and who can you really get to help you? When all is not as it seems, the truths that are learnt are the hardest to take. What you thought you knew is taken away. Who you thought you could trust seems only like a memory.
Two Reckless Hearts by Holly Courtelyou
I enjoyed the journey of Jami and Beck and the adventures everyone had on the beautiful romantic island. But what happens when chemistry gets in the way of a professional relationship? I also enjoyed the families and getting to know all the characters, you will definitely find this one making you smile.
His Diamond in the Rough by Roxy Sinclaire and Zara Zena
Eric has been burned pretty bad and doesn't trust anyone and seems to jump to conclusions without thinking it through. When Sam finds something that could change her life, her morals just won't let her do the unthinkable. Is Sam someone that Eric can trust or will he destroy the one thing that could change his mind and change his life.
Worth The Risk by Emkay Connor
Dara left everything behind to start her new life away from prying eyes. Her home was on a beautiful island with very few inhabitants. Trust does not come easy to her after her world came tumbling down around her ears and she vows and declares that she will not let that happen again. But when a hot and sexy stranger comes knocking, she wonders if this is just what she needs. But can she trust again and if so will that trust be misplaced?
Off Balance by Susan Ann Wall
Haven loves his business and getting to know himself better has been a long journey but a lonely one. Now he is going on a journey with people from his group and is in for a surprise he never thought he would be ready for. But there is one person he has had on his mind a lot lately and that is Heather. Is he ready to find love again? Is he ready to open himself up to having someone in his life?
Making Waves by Krista Ames
Bree has not seen her friend in forever and a holiday away is just what they need but things don't go to plan and Bree is having to make the most of it by herself. That is until she comes to the aid of a man who she finds herself falling for. Hunter wants to kill his best friend. He may have good intentions but what he has done upsets him. That is until a beautiful woman comes to his rescue. When it's all over can there be more or was it just a holiday fling?
Starry Nights by JB Duvanne
Maggie learns that the one place on earth she loves may be taken away from her. She also learns that the one she has always loved is back on the island. When the two come face to face sparks fly but is the good kind or the bad kind? When things get twisted can she rely on her own instincts? Can she learn to let go of resentment and go all in for love?
Cold and Hottie by Jan O'Hara
I found myself laughing and feeling for our main characters Olivia and Finn. There is just the right amount of pain and tension, humour and fun and of course romance. Will the truth be revealed and old wounds heal? Will lost love be found?
Lust Abroad by Whitely Cox
A great tale of two strangers Piper and Derrick who come face to face in an airport and discover they are going to the same places. What they discover is far more than either of them thought and running for their lives was certainly not one of them. Do these two need each other more than they realise? Two hearts one soul. This is one of my favourites in this anthology
Sunset Seduction by Carma Haley Shoemaker
Julia wonders what could be more beautiful than a holiday with your girls on one of the most beautiful places in the world. What could be more beautiful than seeing someone who desires you for you. What could be more beautiful than meeting that someone who has the power to make you whole again. Seth wonders what could be more beautiful than finding the most precious thing on earth. This is a beautiful story.
Homecoming by Elana Brooks
When your sister is taken from you and your family what lengths will you go to? What happens when you are determined that no one and nothing will stand in your way of making things right? Will desperate times call for desperate measures? Can love be found on the high seas?
Just Trust Me by Celeste Hall
Going to stay at the resort her best friend manages out in the middle of nowhere is just what Jenn needs. A remote island in the middle of a jungle is just what the doctor ordered. When Jenn comes face to face with her first crush she wonders how she will survive. Can love be found in the jungle? But when strange things begin to happen Jenn is left wondering just who she can trust. In the jungle is there anyone who can keep her safe?
Hotter in Hawaii by Alexis Alvarez
This story is around a freelance photographer and her notorious playboy boss. When he sees exactly who is behind the lens of the camera sparks fly and two world collide.
I absolutely loved their sassy and smart, yet sexy and witty and so so easy flirtatious banter. This one will leave you hot and bothered under the collar!!