This is a first time read of Jordyn Haart for me and definitely won't be the last! I received an ARC of Bonds of Shame, Bonds of Lust from Pen Pinery and fell in love with the characters and their stories.

This books takes you through Lacey trying to figure out life after catching her husband cheating. She explores sexual desires that have been awaken after the divorce. Lacey has multiple sexual partners, whom she has different experiences with. Each character we meet is special in their own way.

The beginning of the book felt a bit all over the place for me. I understand it was setting up for the story. The book really picked up after Lacey decided to act on her sexual desires. The spice was off the charts and never felt rushed. It was really refreshing to see FF and MF scenes in the book. I also really enjoyed that the book had heartfelt moments. It was told perfectly as a newly divorced women who is finding herself again and gaining confidence.

It does end on a cliffhanger that leaves you yearning for more! Can't wait for the second book!

I received an ARC of Guarded by Eden Sloane through PenPinery.

Sebastian has a great idea on how to keep his ex-wife from winning full custody of their daughter and that involves marrying Kat, journalist and friend of his sister. Ever since meeting her, he has been enamored with Kat. What's the worst that can happen? Other than Kat's secret that she's been keeping from everyone. She's the journalist behind all of Sebastian's articles, claiming he is a bad person. Kat starts falling for him, but knows she's in the wrong for even agreeing to marry him. Once the secret is out, Kat and Sebastian have to figure out what is best for both of them and their families.

What a wonderful read this was. I instantly fell in love with all the characters in this book! The hockey team felt like such a true family and they were always there for Sebastian when needed. Even when he was annoyed of them and their comments.

Kat was stuck between a rock and a hard place. She did what she truly believe was the best. Sebastian and Kat's relationship may have started with a fake marriage but was real the entire time. You can tell instantly how happy they made each other. They were perfect for each other. I really enjoyed how their relationship grew. They both respected each other's boundaries and truly loved each other.

I am excited to see what's next with this hockey family. I hope to see more of the banter, love, and humor that comes from this group of hockey guys.