By: Annie Rains
Releasing
November 8, 2016
Loveswept
Loveswept
The bestselling Hero’s Welcomes series continues with a juicy Christmas romance set in Seaside, North Carolina, where a bustling military base keeps this small town stocked with dedicated, lovable heroes.
Three-hundred-and-sixty-four days a
year, Allison Carmichael doesn’t mind being single. It sure beats dating
another loser, and it keeps her heart safe. Then there’s that
three-hundred-and-sixty-fifth day: Christmas Eve, the traditional time her
entire family gathers together—and gangs up on her, demanding to know when
she’s going to get married. This year, she swears, is going be different. And
that’s why, at a charity auction she’s throwing on-base, she buys herself a
man.
Sergeant Troy Matthews insists that
he’s not for sale. His time is, though, and he’s happy to donate it. Happier
still when he learns the identity of the winning bidder: the redhead with the
killer good looks and smart mouth who runs the veteran’s center. Allison needs
Troy’s help to fool her family into believing they’re an item, and he’s all too
happy to indulge her. But by the time Christmas Eve rolls around, their little
charade is working a little too well . . . because Troy’s falling head over heels.
Allison Carmichael would quite literally do anything to keep her psychologist mother off of her back! Her mother had an opinion on every single man she had ever dated, and that didn't stop when Alison was single and enjoying her job at the Vets center, especially the upcoming military spouses function and auction!
But when she bid on Sgt Troy Matthew, it was purely to take to her parents holiday party! But when things started to heat up to more than just attraction, for both of them. Now all they have to do is suvive Allison's family party!!
I have absolutely loved this series!! And I cannot even begin to describe just how much I LOVED Welcome Home For Christmas!
I honestly am in awe of Annie Rains talent! She makes Every character in her books feel like life long friends. Which is exactly how Troy and Allison feel to me. I love the complex nature of both of their characters. With Troy's generous nature and Allison, whom doesn't seem to be able to trust her own judgement, when it comes to men. But I think I loved her Mom the best! Even if she is wrong.
The writing in Welcome Home For Christmas is truly exceptional! And plot kept me gripped from Allison and Troy's first meeting! And I haven't even touched on half of it, in this review. This whole series will be one I will always love, but this book I will always treasure!
I give Welcome Home For Christmas 5 stars!
But when she bid on Sgt Troy Matthew, it was purely to take to her parents holiday party! But when things started to heat up to more than just attraction, for both of them. Now all they have to do is suvive Allison's family party!!
I have absolutely loved this series!! And I cannot even begin to describe just how much I LOVED Welcome Home For Christmas!
I honestly am in awe of Annie Rains talent! She makes Every character in her books feel like life long friends. Which is exactly how Troy and Allison feel to me. I love the complex nature of both of their characters. With Troy's generous nature and Allison, whom doesn't seem to be able to trust her own judgement, when it comes to men. But I think I loved her Mom the best! Even if she is wrong.
The writing in Welcome Home For Christmas is truly exceptional! And plot kept me gripped from Allison and Troy's first meeting! And I haven't even touched on half of it, in this review. This whole series will be one I will always love, but this book I will always treasure!
I give Welcome Home For Christmas 5 stars!
“So there’s one thing I now know about you. You’re a
good liar.” Allison folded her arms at her chest.
“Good, maybe. But I value honesty. Sometimes lying
to someone is for their own good, though. A little white lie never really hurt
anyone. Here’s one for you,” he leaned in closer and lowered his voice, “I have
absolutely no interest in dating you, either.”
Her cheeks flushed.
“And I don’t think you’re the most beautiful woman
in this room, and the thought of taking you out does not appeal to me whatsoever.”
He shook his head. “Nope, not one little bit.”
She smiled. “Now I know two things about you. You
lie well and you’re a smooth talker. So, do you agree to my proposal?”
Troy could just say yes, but he was enjoying
engaging her in a conversation. “You know, when I was kid, Christmas was always
magical. I’d sit with the toy catalog and create this huge, mile-long list of
the things I wanted. I never got so excited about a pencil and paper.”
“Did you get everything on the list?” she asked.
“Usually.”
“So your family had money?”
He nodded. His family practically owned the town
he’d grown up in. He didn’t know what it felt like to want for something until
his cousin Dale had died in 9-11, the deciding factor in him joining the
military. “I figure the more money raised for those kids, the better their
Christmas will be.”
“That’s my goal. I want this to be the best
Christmas Mercy’s kids have ever had.”
“So, if I have to take you out . . .” He trailed
off, smiling at her.
“We’re just going to talk. Have a meal or something
together. No kissing, no handholding.”
Troy held up his hands. “I’m an honorable guy. I
don’t force myself on women. Truth is, I usually have to fight them off.” He
winked again.
“And you can’t act like that when you meet my
mother.”
“Like what?” he asked.
“All flirty and charming. She’ll never believe that
I’d fall for someone like that.”
He tried not to take offense because no matter what
she was saying, she was attracted to him. He could see it in her dilated pupils
and the way her chest rose just slightly under her racing pulse. “No? What kind
of guy exactly would you fall for?”
Allison looked around the room. There was still a
nice-sized crowd laughing and mingling. Christmas music filled the merry air.
“I wouldn’t fall for any kind of guy right now. That’s why I’m pretending with
you.
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Today Bestselling Author,
Annie Rains, is a contemporary romance author who writes small town love
stories set in fictional towns on the coast of North Carolina. Raised in one of
America’s largest military communities, Annie often features heroes who fight
for their countries, while also fighting for a place to call home and a good
woman to love. When Annie isn’t writing, she’s spending time with her husband
and 3 children, or reading a book by one of her favorite authors.
