The Trouble with Whiskey

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Irresistibly Wicked delivers everything I have come to expect from Melissa Foster. Family, friendship, richly drawn characters, and an intense, scorching romance sit at the heart of this story.Zander Wicked is a heartbreaker and a playboy who, unlike his siblings, has no interest in settling down. He enjoys women and finds sticking to just one unbearably dull. Variety, after all, is the spice of life. However, after a near-fatal accident and his rescue by an off duty EMT his outlook dramatically shifted.The EMT who singlehandedly pulled him from the wreckage was Shauna Flores. She is compassionate and grounded, yet beneath that steady exterior she carries emotional scars of her own. Her voice and presence are forever seared into Zander’s memory—his angel, his savior, and the one woman he cannot forget.As fate would have it, he encountered her again after his recovery and soon discovered that Shauna needed an angel of her own. To secure her inheritance—and ensure she could support her best friend—she had to get married. In a twist no one saw coming, Zander, the consummate playboy, volunteered to be her fake husband. What began as a practical arrangement quickly shifted as the line between pretend and reality blurred. Their growing connection forced them to confront their feelings and decide whether the love taking root between them was worth fighting for.Throughout their journey, they experience tender moments, simmering tension, and, above all, the raw emotional honesty that makes their bond impossible to ignore. Seeing Zander fall so deeply in love with Shauna warmed my heart.  Shauna’s strength, compassion, and quiet determination make her an ideal partner for Zander. Melissa Foster weaves themes of healing, trust, and the courage to choose love, even in uncertainty. The Wicked family adds warmth, humor, and the strong sense of community that defines the series.Irresistibly Wicked is a heartfelt, passionate, and thoroughly engaging read. It gives fans everything they expect from Melissa Foster, fiery chemistry, emotional growth, and unforgettable characters.The story comes to life through the narration of Sean Masters and Savannah Peachwood, whose voices perfectly capture the emotions and tones of the characters.This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading

For the Love of Whiskey continues Sully's story. After reading Jax and Jordan's story in Then Came Love, Sully's story became one of my highly anticipated reads for 2023. I knew going in, that For the Love of Whiskey would take me on an emotional journey. However, I never expected it to own me heart and soul. Foster is known for writing heartfelt stories, but with Sully's story she went above and beyond.Sully's story breaks the heart and inspires all at once. The things she endured would break a weak individual, but she was far from weak. One cannot help but to admire her strength, which left from the pages of the book. Everyone who comes into her orbit sees not a broken girl but one who has survived against all odds.Callahan Whiskey aka Cowboy is one of many wonderful heroes Foster has created. He supports and protect those he love and gives of his time selflessly. His caring nature and honesty shone throughout the story especially in his interactions with Sully. Interactions which were powerful and heartwarming. They shared a strong connection, which along with their sizzling chemistry came through from their first meeting. I loved seeing them together and it was a joy watching their relationship blossom. There was a point in their relationship where it worried me that Sully was becoming too dependent on Cowboy. However, she proved she could stand on her own.Their love for each other faces the biggest test when Sully reunited with her family. Her sister needs her but so did Cowboy. He wants what's best for her even if meant breaking his heart in two. Eventually he learns that what he thinks is best is not necessarily the right thing. A fact he learnt with a little push from Sully. Now I never expect the story could get any more emotional, but the ending proved me wrong.  The final events leading up to their Happily Ever After touched my heart in the most profound and powerful manner. As with all her previous books, Foster infused humour which added some levity, which aided in balancing out the more serious tones of the story.For the Love of Whiskey is a powerful story of healing, overcoming one's fears, self-discovering and finding love unexpectedly. This is a story one will be hard-pressed to forget anytime soon. I know I won't. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Welcome back to the world of the Dark Knights. This time around we are visiting the Redemption Ranch in Hope Valley, the setting for Foster’s newest release, The Trouble with Whiskey. In this first book of a brand new interconnected series, Foster delivers a heartwarming, passionate and sexy story, which will have readers crying, laughing and cheering alongside Dare and Billie. Regular visitors to visitors to the blog knows how much I love Melissa Foster’s books. Each time I pick up her books, I expect a sexy and emotional read and she never disappoints. So when I picked up The Trouble with Whiskey I was prepared for a well-written friends to lovers, small town romance. The book met all my expectations.They were a lot of steamy moments between the pages, balanced by humorous banter, heartbreaking moments and a heartwarming romance. I fell head over heels for the characters featured in this installment. From the main to the secondary characters. I am so looking forward to their stories.My favourite thing about Foster’s stories is her characters. Dare and Billie captured my heart from the first page. Here we have two people who were inseparable from childhood until tragedy tore them apart. Love, however, proved more powerful and soon they found their way back to each other. Their romance will have you tearing up, but leaves you smiling in the end. I enjoyed how they came together. We see how much they are perfect for each other.The Trouble with Whiskey is sizzling and compelling friends to lovers romance. It is the type of romance which will have readers believing in a love that not only survives time but also has the power to heal and change lives. - Simply Fantastic. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading