Sharon Wray

Let's Make It Forever by Laura M. Baird

Bryanna is in town for a few weeks to visit her brother, Mikai. She will be hanging out with him and his friend, Sawyer. Bryanna and Sawyer can't deny the attraction their feel for each other. It is a classic case of falling for best friend's sister.

Sawyer agreed to be one of the bachelors in the bachelor action for charity at the Mt. Sinai Holiday Extravaganza. This is the perfect opportunity for Bryanna to make her move and show Sawyer that she is all in, if he will have her.

These two do share some steamy moments together. While this story focuses on Sawyer and Bryanna, I wanted to take a moment to talk about Mikai aka Kai. I love the close relationship that Kai and Bryanna share as siblings. They are very supportive of each other and that includes Bryanna and Sawyer having a relationship. I like how Kai encouraged and was happy for the couple.

This is a character driven story that has a good storyline. It will have you appreciative of family during the holiday season. The touch of romance is sweet and spicy.… (more)

Surrender to Forever by Laura M. Baird

What I loved about this short story is the emotional connection I felt towards Kurt and Janelle. They experienced a lot in in this story. Yet, you could feel the strong bond that they had for each other.

Everything that they went through, my heart ached for them. Yet don't worry as this story does have a HEA.

Um, Laura, that one spicy scene was HOT! I love a good spicy moment shared between the main characters. If you love emotional stories that feature engaging characters, then, you will love this story.… (more)

I have not read any of the other books in this series. Yet this is not a problem as this book can be read as a standalone book. I felt for Rosie. The great lengths she went to save her brother is very admirable. She put herself in danger. Luckily, Kade is there to help protect her.

While Kade watches out for Rosie, he did not smother her. He allowed her feisty side to come out. Together these two worked well together. Kade isa good guy but I was not feeling the romantic aspect in the beginning between these two. Yet, as the story did progress, I did like these two together.

I did think the pacing of the story moved at a good, steady one. I found myself reading several chapters at a time. I may not have fully engaged with the characters, but I still was engaged with the overall storyline.… (more)