Twin Surprise For The Single Doc by Susanne Hampton (Monticello Baby Miracles #2)

Reviewed by Helen

This is one of those stories that you will pick up fall into and not want to put down till the end it is beautifully written ticking all the boxes for what makes a great medical story with hope, love and a smile.

Claudia Montecello is a twin and very close but very different to her twin sister Harriet, Claudia jumps in feet first she is the risk taker and hence she is living and working in Los Angeles where she meets a guy falls for him and also falls pregnant but is then abandoned having twins. Claudia is planning on returning to England to have her babies and accepts that being a single Mum will work for her but a few days before she is to leave The States things go wrong in an elevator of all places and Claudia and her babies are left in the hands of a complete stranger although a gorgeous caring stranger who knows what he is doing.

Dr Patrick Spencer is an ex Brit living in Los Angeles since everything went wrong in his life with his family a tragedy that caused lots of heartache, he was a promising obstetrician but gave that up moved to LA and became a plastic surgeon he keeps to himself wanting a wife and family is not on his list working hard is but when a pregnant woman goes into early labour in a broken down elevator having twins everything comes back to him and he does what he can to save Claudia and the boys lives even if they did get off to a bad start.

I highly recommend this story the journey to their HEA is filled with ups and downs but they are so drawn to each other there is a pull that neither can deny for long and they are so good for each other helping with emotions, yes pick this one up sit back and enjoy there will be lots of emotions for you to enjoy but you will be smiling with the epilogue when Claudia and her twin Harriet are all together with such an extended family.

5/5 stars for a beautiful story

Published June 1st 2016 by Mills & Boon Medical

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Reviewed by Nas Dean

TWIN SURPRISES FOR THE SINGLE DOC by author Susanne Hampton is a release by Harlequin Medical Romance series.

Stepping into the lift/elevator one morning, Claudia Monticello didn’t expect the medical emergency which would follow. But she was grateful that the stranger in the elevator was a doctor. Dr. Patrick Spencer helped Claudia when she went in labor and delivered twin boys.

Now he couldn’t walk away from the twins or their brave mother. He doesn’t understand why, but he kept going back to visit the boys and their mom.

TWIN SURPRISES FOR THE SINGLE DOC is a story about a doctor who took blame for something he was not responsible for and moved away to start a new life. All the while blaming himself. Could he forgive himself and move on now that he has a chance at love and family? Author Susanne Hampton wrote this story about twin sisters who only have each other. This story would keep readers engrossed till the end.

Highly recommended for all readers of medical romance. 

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Ignite by Nicole Helm (Firefighters of Montana #3)

Reviewed by Helen

I am loving this series and this one is a fabulous addition to them we have met Ace Clark in the first two books he is a cocky one strong and good at his job as a smokejumper but I had the feeling that he had a secret and now it is going to be uncovered in such a great story sit back and enjoy.

Dr Lina McArthur has moved to Kalispell to start a new life get out from under her father's shadow she is quiet a loner a very good Doctor and very innocent in so many ways she has one very close girlfriend Jess and lives a quiet life that is until one of the smokejumpers is bought into the ER as she treats him she sees something in his eyes like she knows him and she is drawn to him this is so unusual for Lina and so her life is about to change in so many ways.

Dean Ace Clark has a secret that has kept him running for many years form one place to another but he has finally found something that has made him feel good about himself his job as a smokejumper he has finally put down some roots but his past is always with him kept locked away, so when he is treated by Dr McArthur in the ER that name brings a lot memories back he should stay away from her but there is a pull a spark that cannot be ignored.

This really is a beautiful story as Lina opens up in so many ways to life and love with Ace they have such a sensual journey choosing to leave that elephant alone until Jess arrives from Marietta to visit her friend Lina and the emotions come pouring out. This is a story that will have you turning the pages and thoroughly enjoying the journey to such a beautiful HEA for Ace and Lina two people who are perfect together.

5/5 stars for a great story

Published June 21st 2016 by Tule Publishing

Her Christmas Cowboy by Helen Lacey

Reviewed by Helen

Elyse Prescott has returned home after many years working hard in The City she grew up on the farm, when she left she left a lot behind besides her family there was also at the time her boyfriend Brett McCrane she didn't want to be a country girl she wanted more and has been happy or has she.

Brett McCrane stayed on the farm met and married when that ended he stayed and worked he was very close to the Prescott family but he has never forgotten Elyse and when she arrives back in town with her younger sister that spark is still there will it lead to more.

MS Lacy has written another winner with this one she has pulled such lovely emotions and a sensual spark to life on the pages for Elyse and Brett to re-kindle that young and first love. I loved this one from start to finish and I highly recommend this one to anyone who enjoys a fabulous emotional and moving read that will keep you smiling.

5/5 stars for a beautiful story

Published June 15th 2016 by HJL Imprint

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Review by Nas - 5 Stars

Her Christmas Cowboy by Helen Lacey is a June 2016 release.

Elyse Prescott leaves her life and her boyfriend literally in his knees proposing to her to go to the big city. 

Now, she is a big-city corporate lawyer and back home for a visit. Could Brett let his heart be broken again? He realized he still loved her, but did she?

Helen Lacey takes us back to the outback in this romance. I loved reading this story. It had mesmerizing emotions and tantalizing chemistry between Brett and Elyse which wouldn't let her walk away the second time...o.r would it?

Highly recommended for all readers of romance. 


Review by Alexia - 5 Stars

"Her Christmas Cowboy" by Helen Lacey is a wonderful story about coming home again. Elyse Prescott comes home and runs into her high school sweetheart Brett McCrane. She left the country life for the city and didn't really want to come back home but her sister needed to come home. Plus, when she came back she found that her father was in the early stages of dementia. The draw to be with Brett pulls on her emotions, and after a 10 year absence their love is still there.


Review by Amanda - 4 Stars

Her Christmas Cowboy by Helen Lacey is a charming, romantic novella about finding true love. It tells the story of Elyse Prescott and Brett McCrane. Elyse has returned home after years of living and working in the city. Maybe it’s destiny that she runs into Brett just as she arrives. Crossing each other’s path resurfaces the past where romance had never been enough to keep Elyse in Denary. Could she and Brett finally find the happiness they so deserve after so many years?


Review by Cheryl - 5 Stars

I have read books by Helen Lacy before and she certainly did not disappoint me with her book this time either. 

Elyse Prescott grew up on the farm but it was not in her blood to stay there. She wanted the city life and left and is just now making a visit back to the farm and her father. Elyse is a lawyer who has a very busy schedule and a few days prior her 18 year old sister Billy-Jean turned up at her doorstep with a 3 month old baby named Jackson on her hip. The three of them headed back to their father and also to see the father of Jackson who has not clue that he is a father. 

Her going back to Denary, Queensland means also seeing Brett McCrane, her high school sweetheart who broke her heart, and whom she has not seen in 10 years. It was all a shock for everyone involved. She found her own father with the onset of Dementia, she found her family farm about to be foreclosed on and some unexpected feelings she still had for Brett. She really wants to go head back to the city but her family; the farm and all need her. 

Brett’s younger brother Rick just happens to be Jackson’s father. 

Sparks are still there between Brett and Elyse but she is determined to head back to the city. But when she is back in the city and has a busy schedule her secretary announces that she has a visitor who does not have an appointment. It is non-other than Brett who comes willing to do whatever to win her back. He is willing to even sell his family farm to do so. 


Review by Adel - 4 Stars

Her Christmas Cowboy by Helen Lacey is quick read story about a woman returning to her home town 10 years after breaking up with her boyfriend and moving to the city to pursue her career. She reconnects with the man she could never forget and they iron out their differences.

The characters are easy to relate with, Elyse thought she knew what she wanted out of life but could never get over her first love. She always had a feeling of being incomplete until she realised that her career is not more important than being with Brett. Brett tried his best to move on with his life after Elyse left. He even got married before he realised he couldn’t give his wife the life she deserves and the marriage ended.

This story is reminder that it is never too late to find happiness even if you make a couple of mistakes in life. Helen Lacey always writes enjoyable books and I would recommend her books to any romance lover.


Review by Hina - 4 Stars

Her Christmas Cowboy by Helen Lacey is quick read story about a woman returning to her home town 10 years after breaking up with her boyfriend and moving to the city to pursue her career. She reconnects with the man she could never forget and they iron out their differences.

The characters are easy to relate with, Elyse thought she knew what she wanted out of life but could never get over her first love. She always had a feeling of being incomplete until she realised that her career is not more important than being with Brett. Brett tried his best to move on with his life after Elyse left. He even got married before he realised he couldn’t give his wife the life she deserves and the marriage ended.

This story is reminder that it is never too late to find happiness even if you make a couple of mistakes in life. Helen Lacey always writes enjoyable books and I would recommend her books to any romance lover.


Review by Dottie - 5 STars

A story of second chances. Elyse Prescott has all she wants since a young girl. She spent most of her life on a farm but she always wanted to be in the city now she is living her dream. All was right in her world until her sister shows up with Jackson her 3 month old baby. Her sister wants her to return to her home town of Denary with her which doesn't make her happy as she realizes that she is going to have to see people she would rather not. However she knows her sister must let Jackson's father know about the baby. Seeing her lost love after 10 years isn't the only surprise, her father has onset Dementia her family farm is up for foreclosure and all she wants to do is run back to the city. Sounds like a plan but even when she goes back to the city she loves she knows she can't just walk away, knowing how much she is needed. Realizing she still has feelings for Brett is the hardest part but Helen Lacey always gives you that warm loving feeling in her stories, so you know somehow Elyse will realize that you can go home, actually go home and be happier than you thought possible. Always a fantastic story is given by Ms. Lacey and this is another example of her wonderful writing. Loved it.

Bought by Her Italian Boss by Dani Collins

Reviewed by Helen

If you love a story that will burn up the pages with a sizzling sensual affair between a handsome Italian banker Vittorio Donatelli and gorgeous staff member Gwyn Ellis then this is the book for you sit back and enjoy and you will not want to be disturbed.

Gwyn Ellis has landed herself a promotion from her job in the Donatelli bank in Charlestown USA to Milan Italy head office and she loves her job and has a slight crush on the second in charge, she works hard but still wonders why she was given this promotion and is starting to find a few irregularities with one of the charity accounts she looks after. So when she is called before the employment relations department things start to go downhill for her and then in walks Vittorio Donatelli 2nd in charge asking questions and taking charge, Gwyn's life as she has know it is just about to change forever.

Vitto is honourable and loyal and loving to his family and the family bank but he has a dark secret that must be kept no matter what and being single and playing the field suits him fine but when a major scandal is just about to break that could cause problems for the bank Vitto steps in and the woman that sends sparks through his system is very much involved so it will be up to him to prove she has been framed and get her to help with the investigations and keep scandal to a minimum but the only way to do that according to Vitto is for Gwyn to become his mistress.

WOW what a story this one is I flew through the pages as Gwyn and Vitto journey to such a beautiful HEA this one is steamy and sensual it is also moving and emotional as the strong and determined Gwyn can still be strong even with everything she has been through the caring side of Vitto that shows through this alpha male with have you sighing as they fall in love. I can highly recommend this one it is a fast paced and thoroughly enjoyable read. MS Collins does know how to write a story that you will not want to put down.

5/5 stars for a wonderful story

Published June 21st 2016 by Harlequin

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Reviewed by Nas Dean

BOUGHT BY HER ITALIAN BOSS by author Dani Collins is a July 2016 release by Harlequin Presents series.

Only her boss, Vittorio Donatelli had a suspicion that Gwyn Ellis may have been framed when she was defamed by her compromising photos posted online as being sent to a married client. And Vittorio would do anything to safeguard his family bank and its reputation. So he hit back by releasing information that Gwyn was his lover.

Gwyn felt all her hard work slipping from under her feet so she went along with his plans, though fighting him and the attraction she felt for him every step of the way. 

Read BOUGHT BY HER ITALIAN BOSS to see what happens when truth triumphs and Gwyn is found innocent. Would Vito and her love affair be over now that justice has been done? I had serious doubts how Gwyn and Vito would ultimately reach their happy ever after as Vito had huge secrets he was keeping from her. Then when Vito tells her to leave, I knew it was all over, yet how they ultimately come back together is a pleasure to read and savor.

Highly recommended for all readers of romance. 

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Review by Amanda

Bought by Her Italian Boss by Dani Collins is the reason why I love Harlequin Presents. Sexy, angsty, scandalous and full out entertaining, this is surely the book to be in your hot little hands! Ms. Collins writes with such detail that her characters come to life on the page. You feel the raw emotions through engaging dialogue and detailed back story. The descriptions were vivid and this novel, on an overall basis kept me hooked from beginning to end. Vittorio Donatelli and Gywn Ellis are perfectly imperfect characters you grow to love. Their romance is oh so steamy too! Gywn works for Donatelli International Bank, a company that has been in Vittorio’s family for many years. It is Vittorio’s family heritage. So, the last thing he needs is having compromising photos of Gywn, his employee, plastered on the internet. This could ruin the bank’s reputation. He is prepared to do whatever it takes to clear the air in order to protect his business’s public image. So he makes Gywn his mistress. What he hadn’t bargained on though were the sparks that ignited flames of desire between him and Gywn. But can he create a life with Gywn when his fears are ever constant at the back of his mind?

Highly Recommended
5 Stars
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Review by TashNz - 5 Stars

Another dramatic story from the pen of Dani Collins which ticks all the boxes, again.

Great opening, tick. Interesting characters, tick. Great plot, tick. Page turner, tick. Don't want to put down, tick. Sad to finish but happy at the conclusion, tick tick tick.

Accused of fraud, having an affair with a married man and having intimate pics posted on line, Gwyn's day is starting out pretty bad. She's whisked away by Vito while the company figure out what on earth is going on. So Gwyn has to drop everything, as well as plead her innocence and help restore her reputation all the while realising that working closely with Vito is doing her head in, for all the wrong reasons.

A true Harelequin Presents world which Dani is so talented at creating. I love getting lost in her amazing stories that are so so far removed from my world. I love the drama and the tension she makes me feel along with the beautiful locations we're in. I love the plots and the openings which have you on the edge of your seat while you ride it out.

Thank you for another amazing story Dani.

The Flaw In Raffaele's Revenge by Annie West

Reviewed by Helen

Another fabulous story by MS West this one a Beauty and The Beast story with the hero being the beauty Italian Raffaele Petri pulled himself of the streets of Italy and out of poverty with his looks and he does not speak of his past but when he becomes a model and then moves on and makes a name for himself then in business he is a quiet man but he never stops looking for someone and revenge is what he wants for a wrong that was done years before.

Lily Nolan was badly scared when she was young and keeps to herself she is a researcher and very good at what she does but when one of her clients rings her during the night and practically demands that she pack up in Australia and comes to New York to work exclusively for him she is stunned but in the end decides to do this it is hard for Lily to travel that far and be in contact with people but she is strong and when she meets Raffaele he does not shy away like most people do and there is a spark that shoots between them will this be the change that the innocent Lily needs to get on with her life?

This is one emotional moving and very sensual story one that I found very hard to put down both Raffa and Lily have a lot in their past that they need to come to terms with and Lily shows such strength when she stands up to Raffa and her first kiss will have you sighing it was so lovely. Of course their journey to a HEA is filled with ups and downs denials and realizations. This is a story that you keep you turning the pages it has everything that a romance needs to keep you smiling I loved this one and can highly recommend it, it was a joy to read pulling at my heartstrings with emotion and love thank you MS West for another must read.

5/5 stars for a fabulous story

Expected publication: June 21st 2016 by Harlequin
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Reviewed by Nas

THE FLAW IN RAFFAELE’S REVENGE by author Annie West is a July 2016 release by Harlequin Presents series.

Business tycoon Raffaele Petrie tried to entice Lily Nolan with more money and bonuses to get her to go to New York to work with him exclusively, yet when that didn’t work he blackmailed her into it. But the reason Lily was reluctant to leave her home was her scarred face as she was not confident in an office environment.

Yet she went to New York and became a team player. Raffaele found her intriguing and wanted to unearth the woman underneath her baggy figure hiding clothes. Would he be able to manage that? Then he opened up to her and told his secrets, would Lily still look at him with respect after finding about his past?

THE FLAW IN RAFFAELE’S REVENGE is a fast paced thrilling story of revenge and redemption. Raffaele was after revenge, but would he be able to do it when the time comes? The prickly dialogue Lily used to hide behind is fun to read and all our sympathies go to her, yet she is not a weak girl. She manages to bring Raffaele to his heel. Author Annie West brought this story alive on the pages where a reader would sympathize with Lily and Raffaele yet root for them too. They both have to come out from their past issues and forge ahead. And a reader would stay stuck to the pages till the end trying to guess and ultimately find out how it all ends.

Highly recommended for all readers of romance.
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Review by Dottie - 5 Stars

I have to start my review by saying I have never read an Annie West book that I didn't fall in love with both the book and the hero. I immediately fell in love with Raffaele but I absolutely adore Lily. Ms. West continues to bring the best of the best in romance books and I honestly don't know how she can get any better than the awesome writer she is but she constantly goes up the next level with each story. Raffaele Petri is out for revenge, Lily Nolan is only interested in solitude. Mix the two together and you have an amazing story. Lily is excellent at her job but likes to stay in the background as she is scarred and hates the pity looks she gets. Raffaele is only interested in hurting someone who is responsible for the death of his sister when he was a child. He needs Lilly to exact his revenge so he forces her out of her comfort zone and that is the only thing I will tell you about the story as you must read this book to truly appreciate both Raffaele and Lily and to also be amazed by the talent of Annie West. Get a comfortable spot, grab the book and truly enjoy an incredible story from start to finish. A keeper

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Review by Amanda

Annie West surely knows how to keep a reader hooked to her novel from start to finish. Vivid writing, well-articulated scenes, sharp banter and sizzling chemistry makes The Flaw in Raffaele’s Revenge a compelling story with a unique twist on the Beauty and the Beast story. Ms. West makes this evergreen tale her own by interweaving realistic back story and creating intense yet flawed characters whose stories keep you turning the pages!

What Raffaele Petri wants he gets and in this case he wants the reclusive Lily Nolan to work for him on site. But when Lily is adamant to say yes, turning down his lavish incentives, Raffaele is forced to use blackmail in getting her to leave her home and travel to New York. With no other choice, Lily does Raffa’s bidding and is soon greeting him at his office. But she isn’t what he expected but her quirks intrigue him and it isn’t before long that Raffaele begins to unravel the mystery surrounding the sharp-tongued Lily!

Highly Recommended
4.5 Stars

One Night... Twin Consequences by Annie O'Neil

Reviewed by Helen

MS O'Neil writes stories that have the best banter between the hero and heroine and personal banter as well this is a story that will keep you entertained and smiling throughout there will be many emotions that you feel while reading this story I thoroughly enjoyed.

Dependable reliable research nurse Harriet Monticello always is there for everyone she is the strong twin sister the stable one she lives for her job at Saint Nicks she has done so much for the orphans and sick children that are there but when her boss decides that she needs to do a talk in front of the board and then go to Buenos Aries to study and work at the orphanage that the delectable Dr Matteo Torres runs this knocks her for six but also brings her so close to Matteo and one very sensual and reckless night that will change her world forever.

Dr Matteo Torres runs an orphanage in Buenos Aries and he throws himself into what he does he has suffered the loss of his younger sister and makes a promise never to marry and have children of his own but he works so hard for the kids and young mothers that are in need. His need for donations takes him to England and Saint Nicks and here he meets the beautiful Harriet there is such chemistry between them on their first meeting the sparks could light up a room and when one night together leaves consequences well will this make him see what love can bring to both of their lives.

This is one of those beautifully written stories that has everything a romance reader will want emotions, up front dialogue that will have you smiling and the deep love and caring of two people that have been through so much but have so much to offer each other and so many more people. MS O'Neil has done it again this one is for the keeper shelf and I highly recommend it sit back with a drink and enjoy. 

5/5 stars for a great story

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Review by TashNz | 4 Stars

Sister Harriet Monticello is offered an amazing trip to Argentina to work alongside of Dr Matteo Tores at an orphanage and to help with funding.  Not one to jump outside of her comfort zone Harriet knows this is a lifetime opportunity - and one she'd embrace, if she hadn't just had a one night stand with the said Dr.

With no choice Harriet reluctantly leaves her comfort zone and pretty much her home, St Nicks, and heads to Argentina.  It's there she learns the fate of her one night stand.  Despite Matteo working closely with orphans and children, there's absolutely nothing in his manner that indicates he'd want to be a father.  Wanting to run, Matteo convinces Harriet to instead stay and continue their work.  Between the chaos of the kids and the close working quarters, Matteo faces his past with guts and bravery but Harriet still runs.

Matteo is a handsome and hardworking Doctor who's hurt in his past drives him.  Harriet is a beautiful soul who takes on her research work with 200% commitment and until she meets Matteo she's never really lived her life.  Complete opposites who both have the same love are bought together in circumstances outside the norm in a read that is packed with detail mixed with descriptive writing and captivating conversations that did a fantastic job of playing with my emotions.

What is evident within the absorbing read which gained my attention from the get go was the bond between Harriet and her sister Claudia who's story is Twin Surprise for the Single Doc, by Susanne Hampton.  I'm very much looking forward to it and will be adding it on my tbr list.

I really enjoyed One Night... Twin Consequences and I think Annie O'Neill is building an incredible library of enjoyable books which will stay on my to be read again shelf.


REVIEW BY ALEXIA | 5 STARS

"One Night....Twin Consequences" by Annie O'Neil gives us the story of Harriet Monticello she works at a hospital that caters to children in London, and is always trying to find funding for orphan children. We also meet Dr. Mateo Torres who works in Buenos Aires, his home, and is also trying to get funding for orphans. When Mateo meets Harriet sparks will fly, and life between them gets a little complicated.


REVIEW BY HINA | 4 STARS

Time outside your comfort zone definitely makes you stronger and brings out the best in you while it helps in your personality's development. That is exactly what happens with Harriet who believes she is too shy for anything but work and taking care of family. A very realistic description in my opinion as I have seen many a people sacrificing their true self for the sake of the ones they love.

As it is said, our past molds to who we are in the present. Likewise Matteo has seen too many children in need of assistance to bring into the world any of his own. The resources are scarce as it is.

That all changes when these two meet and the love blooms between them and they must prepare not just for one addition in the family, but two.

Saying that, I wish I have twins one day too. :')


REVIEW BY AMANDA | 4 STARS

The characters come alive and grab your attention from page on in One Night, Twin Consequences by Annie O’Neil. The author layers emotion, vivid description, and engaging dialogue to take readers on an emotionally moving journey. Ms. O’Neil’s flawed characters and the stories they have to tell rivet you. Harriet Monticello is tasked with travelling to Buenos Aires on behalf of the children’s hospital she currently works for. While there she comes in contact with Dr Matteo Torres who works at the same hospital. Dr Torres is researching ways to improve the overall working conditions of the hospital. Working together brings Harriet and Matteo closer. They act upon their attraction and the consequence of their passionate night together lead readers on a dramatic journey. Will Harriet and Matteo work out their issues? Since Matteo isn’t too keen on settling down. Read on to find out! 


REVIEW BY CHERYL | 5 STARS

Harriet Monticello had a twin sister named Claudia. Claudia Monticello was pregnant with twin sons. After she delivered her twin son and it was save to travel with them she was coming to live with Harriet. 
Harriet worked at a hospital that catered to children and was asked to go to Buenos Aires to work with the orphans there and with Dr. Matteo Torres. He was currently at the same hospital that Harriet worked and he was looking for new ways and new support for the fact that his hospital they needed funds and more ideas. 

Dr. Bailey had arranged all this and had arranged for Harriet to give a lecture that night and she was not having it. Dr. Bailey knew that Harriet avoided public speaking like the plaque and she also had somehow managed to avoid Dr. Torres also during this so far stay at St. Nick’s. 

She gave her speech and she also started working with Dr. Torres soon it was obvious that sparks flew between the two. When time for Dr. Torres to go back to Argentina they had one night together. 
Annie O’Neil wrote the book so you could feel like you were right there in the places with the characters. 
Harriet discovered while in Argentina that she was pregnant and also with twins. Dr. Torres had his secrets and did not share them with anyone and would never marry or have children. I won’t spoil it all but you will enjoy reading this wonderful story that Annie O’Neil has given us. I am sure you will love it as much as I did.

 Happy Reading! 


REVIEW BY DOTTIE | 5 STARS

Nurse Harriet has the opportunity to work trying to get funding for the orphans with Dr. Matteo Torres in Buenos Aires which is his home country. Both of these have secrets of their own why they are so interested in helping but not interested in a family of their own. Harriet is easy to understand and she pulls you into her personality. Matteo is deep and even though he is attracted to Harriet he has no intention of letting it go beyond an affair. Sounds like a plan till one night their easy affair gets super complicated as Harriet finds out she is pregnant. Simple solution get married? Not simple Dr. Matteo Torres has no intention of having a family. You will fall into this story and as hard as he seems you will fall in love with him and learn to understand. Ms. O'neill has a way of getting you wrapped up in her stories and you will love how she carries you to the end with a smile. Love her stories and always just enough medicine. An author to follow.


REVIEW BY LYNN | 5 STARS

With a fun sass to her writing style, Annie O’Neil immerses us into the lives of her characters and takes us on a whirlwind trip to finding love!

Dr. Matteo Torres has dedicated his life to helping orphans and young mother’s in his home country. When he visits a hospital in London in hopes of receiving funding to expand his facility, he meets nurse Harriet Monticello.

Harriet is a shy, work-oriented person, and enjoys making her facility run smoothly. When her boss and Matteo put the idea out there that she should visit Buenos Aires to decide if they should fund the new project, she is torn. She loves her job and doesn’t want to be away for a second, but Matteo is HOT and she would follow him anywhere!

Can Harriet manage to get past the walls Matteo has erected around his heart, or will she only be banging her head into them in trying to reach him?

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Reviewed by Nas Dean

ONE NIGHT, TWIN CONSEQUENCES by author Annie O’Neil is May 2016 release by Harlequin Medical Romance series.

Dr. Matteo Torres is in UK to source funding for his orphanage in Buenos Aires. So the hospital in UK sent Nurse Harriet Monticello to the orphanage to implement some changes. Working together with Matteo, passion flared and they spent the last night in UK together.

Now working in Buenos Aires they try to keep their personal and professional lives separate. But would they manage it? Especially when Harriet discovers her explosive secret!

ONE NIGHT, TWIN CONSEQUENCES is a story about twins sister being only family each has. It’s also a story of one night leading to consequences. It is an emotional story full of drama and tension. Author Annie O’Neil once again bought this medical drama which would keep a reader hooked till the last page.

Highly recommended for all readers of medical romance.    

The Doctor's Forbidden Fling by Karin Baine

Reviewed by Helen

I love a book that pulls at my heart strings and makes me feel lots of emotions and this is a book that does just that beautifully written this story had me turning the pages as Nate and Violet take a journey that is filled with worry doubts and yes a pull that had been around for many years.

Lady Violet Dempsey arrives back to her aristocratic home in Northern Ireland when her father has a heart attack Violet ran away seventeen years ago after she lost her mother in tragic circumstances and she left on bad terms with her father and left the one person that she could depend on the one person that she should be able to love the hired helps son Nathaniel Taylor. There is a lot of water under the bridge since then Violet lives in London and works as mental health nurse and still carries a lot of hurt from her past will this change with being home.

Nathaniel Taylor has done well for himself he is now a top cardiologist working at the hospital in County Down not the boy next door anymore still single because he has no plans to settle down and marry the one person he thought that he could marry left him years ago he felt spurned and it has left him hurt so when that person Violet arrives at the hospital where he is treating her father the sparks are still there can they make amends for past hurts?

Truly this is a book you will not want to put down the sensual pull between Nate and Violet burns up the pages and the pain from the past is so emotional both are determined never to marry, throw into the mix her abrupt father and his health and problems and this one becomes a roller coaster ride to such a wonderful HEA I cried I smiled and then the sigh as they join together with the help and love from Lord Dempsey. Thanks you MS Baine for another keeper you never disappoint this is one I highly recommend.

5/5 stars fro a fabulous story

Expected publication: June 1st 2016 by Mills & Boon Medical

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Review by Amanda

You can never go wrong picking up a medical romance written by Karin Baine. Ms. Baine is a talented and insightful writer who takes a simple plot and spins a web of drama and romance—making the story her own in every engaging word, dialogue and scene! Always creating characters that jump off the pages makes her latest novel: The Doctor’s Forbidden Fling no different than her other well-loved stories. She has added depth, meaning and purpose to her main characters—Violet Dempsey and Nate Taylor. She tests their will and strength. Placing them in unlikely scenarios and having them overcome the obstacles blocking their path to happiness. You won't be disappointed you chose this book. It is all out entertaining. So grab a copy and prepare to be propelled on a journey where romance, trials and of course a deserving happy ever after keep you hooked from beginning to end! 

Happy reading.

Recommended
4.5 Stars


REVIEW BY TASHNZ | 5 STARS

A story that makes dinner late.  

Violet and Nate were childhood best friends who's teenage friendship grew into more.  Their parents would never have approved.  Her being the daughter of an Earl and him being the son of her father's cleaner!  Years and years later, already in shock about her fathers heart attack, Violet is even more shocked to find Nate her father's chief Cardiologist.  

It's clear from the get go Violet and Nate have unresolved issues but coming home for the first time in a long time Lady Violet also needs to resolve her issues with her father and what became of life after the death of her Mother.  Inspired into nursing after the death of her mother Violet has spent her adult life avoiding her life at home and now she's back there's no avoiding it. 

Unfortunately her Father has let his health, his home and his financial status crumble and it's up to Violet to try and figure out how to fix things as well as deal with her father who's awesome at acting like a two year old and also deal with the realisation her feelings for Nate are still as real today as they were long ago.


Two characters whose chemistry is as clear as the words on paper, The Doctor's Forbidden Fling had me curled up and reluctant to get up and go about my day.  I really liked the storyline, the interaction between Nate and Violet and their background story that helped shape them into adults.  Violet is a likeable heroine who had the desire and drive to go out and be somebody, not live off her family's money.  Nate is an engaging and determined young man who also had the desire and drive to go out and be somebody.  Both have never forgotten each other and how important they were to each other in their childhoods and all of this coupled with Karin Baine's detailed writing, wit and humour makes a fantastic read.


REVIEW BY ALEXIA | 5 STARS

"The Doctor's Forbidden Fling" by Karen Baine is listed as a medical romance but it is classic romance all the way. I loved this story. Lady Violet Dempsey returns home because her father suffered a heart attack. She runs into Dr. Nathaniel Taylor (Nate) who was her friend that she left behind. Nate went from being the son of one of the servants in Violet's family to a top cardiologist. After spending some time together they find that love is deeper than they thought, and a new surprise is on the way.


REVIEW BY HINA | 5 STARS

A modern day Romance with the upper crust of British elite slumming.

No, I do not mean that if you do not have a title you are good for nothing. After all I come from a place where there is no monarchy.

Back to the story, Nate believes (quite rightly) that to Violet he means nothing but the guy she friendzoned years ago when he expressed his love. The man may have been about town but the pain is as fresh.

Violet, on the other hand, don't want entanglements in her life. She wants her freedom.

Both of them running away from commitment for different reasons.

What really got to me about the characters is how they understood each other. An ever present connection that could not be severed with years and distance. Social status be damned, they are on equal footing as their heart beats together.

Once I started reading, just could not put it down and had to finish it (and hoping it won't end). And in one night I read the last word.


REVIEW BY DOTTIE | 5 STARS

Violet Dempsey has to come home as her father is in hospital with a heart attack. Violet and Nate Taylor have a past history but she has no idea she will run into him. When the room door opens and she sees him after all these years she feels he heard about her father however the last things she expects is to find out he is her fathers cardiologist. Nate is cynical and part of it is because he feels Violet left since he was the son of her family's servants. One of the reasons he accomplished what he did. Spending time together as he try's to help her fix the financial situation her father is in they start to rekindle old feelings. This brings them together and since she thought she was protected, forgetting she didn't take her pill one day, finds she is carrying his child. She refuses to go into a loveless marriage and Nate is not of believer of HEA. Read this lovely story Ms. Baine wrote to find out how these two people bridge the distance and misunderstanding to get the happy ever after Nate doesn't believe in. Her story will keep you engrossed from the first page and you will anxiously await the conclusion. A wonderful author you will follow as I will.


REVIEW BY LYNN BROOKS | 4 STARS

A sexy doctor reunites with his childhood best friend/crush and sparks ignite! A fun take on "the help falling for the royal" grabs our attention and takes us on a journey of redemption and everlasting love.

When Violet Dempsey is called home due to family illness, she makes the trek back to the royal life she left a dozen years ago. Upon arriving, she runs into the boy she left behind all those years ago.

Cardiologist Nate Taylor never knew why Violet left, but it turned him cynical about love and thoughts of happily ever after when she basically threw his feelings back in his face by walking away without a word. He's risen above his upbringing as the son of the servants, and has done well for himself.

Fighting their attraction doesn't work very well for the two of them, and when they discover they have a little surprise on the way, how will they decide to deal with it? Will she decide to run for the hills again or will he convince her she's worthy of the love he has always had for her?


REVIEW BY CHERYL | 5 STARS

Violet Dempsey left her home years ago. She left her friend Nate Taylor then too. 

Violet got a call that her dad had a heart attack. She came back and went to the hospital to see him. Nate was now a cardiologist at that hospital and was actually the attending doctor to her father. 

Violet and Nate did spend time together during the time that her father was in the hospital, then he came back home after rejecting more care and within 24 hours of being released he was back in the hospital with another heart attack and this time a different thoughts about getting more to the bottom of the heart condition and grieve of his wife having died. 

During his stay Violet and Nate spent time together and within weeks she found that she was carrying his child. They had been careful and she was on the pill but missed one the first night when she got into town. Now they would be a family of three if Violet would accept it. Her thought process of love and happy endings was pretty tainted and she had to change her thoughts, but Nate never revealed to her that he loved her. She could not enter a loveless marriage. 

Karin Baine always writes such and great story and one that keeps you reading and waiting on anxious pins and needles as to what will happen. Enjoy the book as I know I did.

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Reviewed by Nas

THE DOCTOR’S FORBIDDEN FLING by author Karin Baine is a Harlequin, Mills & Boon Medical Romance series release for June 2016.

Nurse Violet Dempsey goes back when her dad has a heart attack and is hospitalized. And she comes face to face with her old friend and son of her family’s employee. The boy who was not a match back then according to her dad.

Yet, Nate Taylor is the cardiologist in charge of her dad’s case now. And Lady Violet needs him. Could Nate forget the way she walked away before? Could he help her now in her time of need? Yet their scorching chemistry ignites whenever they come together. Can it be ignored? And then they spend one night of passion. After that one night, what about the consequences now?

THE DOCTOR’S FORBIDDEN FLING is a sensational medical romance filled with sensual scenes amid heart-breaking emotions. Author Karin Baine, once again astounds her readers by this emotional story.

Highly recommended for all readers of romance.

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