I can't wait for...Sugarplum Way by Debbie Mason

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted here, at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. If you're continuing with WOW, feel free to link those up as well! Find out more here.

I'll admit, I'd not heard of Debbie Mason until I'd read the first book in her Harmony Harbor series last year.  Her small town, cosy novels are not something I choose to pick up, however, I was looking for something different and surprisingly (to me) Mistletoe Cottage hit the spot.  Since then, I've read the following two novels and Sugarplum Way is book four.  All can be read as standalone novels, yet there is an ongoing thread which adds a slight paranormal feel to the proceedings.  Again, this isn't something I'd choose to read, but somehow I've thoroughly enjoyed this series and really looking forward to this next instalment. 

SUGARPLUM WAY

by Debbie Mason

(October 31, 2017; Forever Mass Market; $7.99; Harmony Harbor series, book 4)

Romance writer Julia Landon knows how to write a happily-ever-after.  Creating one for herself is a whole different story.  But after a surprising—and surprisingly passionate—kiss under the mistletoe at Harmony Harbor’s holiday party last year, Julia thought she might have finally found her very own chance at true love.  Until she learns her Mr. Tall, Dark, and Broodingly Handsome has sworn off relationships.  Well, if she can’t have him in real life, Julia knows just how to get the next best thing…

Aidan’s only priority is to be the best single dad ever.  And this year, he plans to make the holidays magical for his little girl, Ella Rose.  But visions of stolen kisses under the mistletow keep dancing in his head, and when he finds out Julia has written him into her latest novel, he can’t help imagining the possibilities of a future together.  Little does he know, though, Julia has been keeping a secret that threatens all their dreams.  Luckily, ‘tis the season for a little Christmas magic.

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Debbie Mason is the USA Today bestselling author of the Christmas, Colorado and Harmony Harbor series.  Her books have been praised for their “likable characters, clever dialogue and juicy plots” (RT Book Reviews).  When she isn‘t writing or reading, Debbie enjoys spending time with her very own real-life hero, three wonderful children, two adorable grandbabies and a yappy Yorkie named Bella in Ontario, Canada.

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Release Day Spotlight: A Seal's Strength by J.M. Stewart

A SEAL’S STRENGTH

 by JM Stewart 

(October 3, 2017; Forever Yours eBook; $3.99; Military Match Book 2)

A sizzling new series about three friends looking for love-and the sexy SEALs who are ready to fulfill their craziest fantasies.
This second chance was worth the wait . . .
As a SEAL, Gabriel Donovan did the toughest jobs imaginable without blinking an eye. But three years after his wife's death, the idea of dating still makes him sick to his stomach. His daughter desperately needs a mother, though, and there's nothing Gabe won't do for his little girl.
Stephanie Mason doesn't run from anything. Not even coming face to face with the "one that got away" on a blind date. Steph's body vividly remembers every single thing about Gabe and while some things have changed, the way he makes her feel sure as hell hasn't.
Gabe and Steph know that love comes with risks, but if they're brave enough, this second chance might just bring them the love of a lifetime.

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A SEAL’S STRENGTH by JM Stewart

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Maybe he was right. Maybe it was time she was honest with him.

Careful to keep her voice low, she turned her head and looked off down the street. Honesty might be the best policy, but she couldn’t force herself to look into that disarming hazel gaze while she said the words.

“I wasn’t prepared for this. I was prepared for a weekend. A little fun with someone I trusted once. That’s different, you know, than a hookup in a bar. But you’re…you. It’s childish, really, to still feel that way. To be jealous of a dead woman.” She heaved a sigh and finally forced herself to look at him. “But I am.”

Her insides shook as she waited. That was the most she’d ever told him. She didn’t know if she actually wanted his response and yet part of her craved it. A holdover from all those years ago. Back in college, she’d wanted him to know she’d fallen in love with him, because she’d held out this hope he’d tell her he loved her back. Pathetic that the need still hovered beneath the surface.

Those keen eyes worked her face. Then, finally, he smiled, warm and alluring. “So, dinner? Next Friday?”

There was that sexy smile she’d known would make an appearance, and she was caving, exactly the way she’d known she would.

She heaved a sigh and nodded. “Fine. You win. I’ll have dinner with you next Friday. But since I owe you for the car and clearly you’re not taking my money…”

“Nope.” He winked, eyes gleaming with playful impishness and a touch of smug self-satisfaction.

Giddy, happy little butterflies took flight in her stomach. “Then I’m cooking.”

One dark brow arched and the corners of his mouth twitched. “Can you do that?”

This time, her facade cracked. She punched him in the shoulder. “Yes, thank you very much. Contrary to popular belief, I have actually grown up.”

Those gorgeous eyes glinted at her. “So you have.”

“Friday. Six o’clock. Don’t be late.” She pivoted and marched toward her car, determined to get away from him before she embarrassed herself. As she reached into her purse, however, it hit her. Gabe had her keys. She halted, sighed, and, face hot as Hades itself, turned back.

Gabe stood grinning at her, his right arm extended. He jangled her keys, dangling from his thumb and forefinger. “Missing something?”

She rolled her eyes and strode back to him, but when she reached for the keys, he held tight to them.

“I look forward to seeing you, you know. I’ll say it again, in case you missed my point last time. Were you anybody else, that first date wouldn’t have gone this far.” He finally released her keys and winked at her. “And I won’t be late. I’m never late.”

J.M. Stewart is a coffee and chocolate addict who lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, two sons and two very spoiled dogs. She's a hopeless romantic who believes everybody should have their happily ever after and has been devouring romance novels for as long as she can remember. Writing them has become her obsession.

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