Release Blitz: Maybe It's Fate

 

Title: Maybe It’s Fate

Author: Heidi McLaughlin

Genre: Small Town Romance

Release Date: April 1, 2026

Tropes: Small Town Romance, Insta Family, Forced Proximity, Slow Burn, Second Chance

Book Blurb:

In a moving story of love and loss, a corporate consultant leaves her life behind to care for her dying friend’s children—and finds hope with the small-town coach who steps up to the plate with her.

From the author of The Art of Starting Over comes a heartfelt portrait of what it means to build a family, as a young woman navigates grief, guardianship, and the bittersweet gift of falling in love.

The only thing that could pull Antonia Bernardi away from her high-powered career is her lifelong best friend. And with two children and a cruel prognosis, Miriam Vaughn needs her now more than ever.

Antonia drops everything—her job, her relationship—to be there for the Vaughns. Playing mom to Miriam’s teenage son and seven-year-old daughter is a tall order made heavier by grief. But the kids need her, and she needs them.

Then there’s the boy’s coach and mentor, former MLB star Weston Schmidt. He’s a pillar of support, a safe space for Antonia to rest. But there’s too much going on to even think about romance … or maybe that’s exactly why they should.

Adjusting to life without her best friend, Antonia leans into her new role as guardian, doing work she loves and repairing the old farmhouse Miriam cherished. Nothing can stop the world from spinning—but Antonia has every reason to keep on going.

Buy link: 👉 https://geni.us/Maybeitsfate

About the Author

Heidi McLaughlin is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of The Beaumont Series, The Boys of Summer, and The Archers.

Originally, from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in picturesque Vermont, with her husband, two daughters, and their three dogs.

In 2012, Heidi turned her passion for reading into a full-fledged literary career, writing over twenty novels, including the acclaimed Forever My Girl.

Heidi's first novel, Forever My Girl, has been adapted into a motion picture with LD Entertainment and Roadside Attractions, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe, and opened in theaters on January 19, 2018, and is now available on DVD & Digital.

To stay connected with Heidi visit www.facebook.com/authorheidimclaughlin or heidimclaughlin.com

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Release & Review: The Hope We Dare

 

Blurb:

From USA Today best selling author Scarlett Cole, writing as S. Cole, comes an electrifying MMF, grumpy x sunshine x lightning, motorcycle club romance.



Isla

I wanted to be loved by a biker with my whole heart, but all they ever took was my body.
Somewhere along the way, I stopped recognizing the woman I’d become.
Inheriting my Nanna’s rundown house is the fresh start I need.
A life away from the club. Away from men who only ever take.
So the last thing I need is Jackal and Shade moving into the only other house on the street...and offering me more than just help with renovations.



Shade

I’ve never thought I was worth loving.
I’m grumpy, withdrawn, and come with baggage.
Jackal saw through all that and loved me anyway. For me, he chose monogamy.
Men like me don’t get one great love, let alone two.
But I’m looking at Isla differently now...and wondering if there’s a way to love her without destroying what we’ve built.



Jackal

I fell in love with Shade the day I met him, even though he had no intention of loving me back.
He wanted monogamy, and he was worth the sacrifice.
But now he’s looking at Isla the same way I am.
And I can’t stop imagining a life where the three of us choose each other.


Until violence hits, and we don’t know which of us is the target.
We’ve been given the kind of love you only dare to hope for.
And we’ll burn the world down to protect it.

Buy Link:

https://books2read.com/thehopewedare

Available in KU

Review

I have been waiting for Jackal and Shade's story. I just knew there was more to them. The couple just bought their first house with the intent to stay with this Outlaw club and no longer be nomads.  They are in a committed relationship but not necessarily out to their brothers. 

The author once again does a great job explaining all the in depth barriers these characters encounter in their lives. I appreciate not just sugar coating what is happening.  I felt like Isla redeemed herself from previous actions. She truly needed to reset and find her true self. 

I am saddened by the authors comments int he book about loosing readers based on this series and the previous book in general. All kinds of people make up this world. Love is love and ultimately, this author writes about finding, needing and keeping love.  

I can't wait to head to Florida and meet anew bunch of Iron Outlaws. I do hope we get to see this bunch again in future books.  

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

About the Author:

Scarlett Cole is a contemporary romance and romantic suspense author who calls both Toronto, Canada and Manchester, England home. A born city dweller, she periodically quashes the urge to live in the country by hiking up a mountain to remind herself that living away from people would terrify the pants off her.

She believes everybody deserves their love story to be told and loves her heroes on the rough and rugged side…and usually tall (because she married one of those 6ft 6” men you read about in romance!). She’s an A-type personality and Scorpio star sign, so good luck getting her to do anything she doesn’t want to.

When she isn’t writing, she’s happy to talk hot men and expensive shoes while drinking a cold gin and tonic. Don’t bring up olives. As far as Scarlett is concerned, they are the devil’s food. As long as you don’t bring up olives, she’s happy to hear from any time.

Connect with S. Cole:

https://www.instagram.com/scarlettcole/

Release & Review: Wilde Ride

From New York Times bestselling author, Kelly Elliott, comes a new small town, family saga series.

Emeline

Seven years.

That’s how long it’s been since I last came face-to-face with Levi Tucker. He’s my old brother’s best
friend, and the man I’ve loved for as long as I can remember. Now he’s back in River Falls, along
with his young son, Rhett, and suddenly they’re woven into both my personal and professional life.

The last thing I expected was the wild, undeniable pull between Levi and me to turn something
strictly professional into something deeply personal. But Levi’s past is closing in, and this time, I
refuse to walk away. I’m ready to fight for the life and the love I want, because both Levi and Rhett

Tucker are worth the battle.

Levi

Tragedy brings my son, Rhett, and me back to River Falls, Colorado. After losing my daughter in a
devastating car accident and watching my marriage fall apart, returning home feels like my last
chance to start over.

When I’m roped into volunteering at the Wilde Families summer camp for underprivileged kids, the
last person I expect to fall for is my best friend’s younger sister. For the first time, I can see a future
filled with love and happiness for my son and me. Yet when my soon-to-be ex-wife reappears in

River Falls, everything I’ve begun to build is suddenly at risk.

Will the past destroy our second chance, or will true love finally get its happily ever after?

Wilde Ride is book 2 in the Love is a Cowboy series.

Review

This is a second book in the series but can easily be read as a stand alone. Go ahead and read the first book though since you get more back story about this family. This series will follow the Wilde siblings as they find love and HEA's.  Emeline is first up. 

This is a sort of second chances although not really since they never had a first go.  But Emeline has loved Levi since she was a little girl. As her brother's best friend she really felt she never had a chance. Until Levi moves back home with his young son in tow. Both of them are products of their small town. 

But, love knows what it wants. I am so happy that they didn't spend much time with the "we can't, what about my best friend? You are only a little sister to me...." Small amount of that but they got over themselves quick.  I loved Emeline's character so much. Such a strong young women who knows what she wants in life. 

Loved seeing the town people again.  Love the Wilde family to pieces!  Looking forward to another sibling getting their happy ever after!  Great story! 

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

About  the  Author 

Kelly Elliott is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author. Since finishing her bestselling Wanted series, Kelly continues to spread her wings while remaining true to her roots and giving readers stories rich with hot protective men, strong women and beautiful surroundings.

Her bestselling works include, Wanted, Broken, Without You, and Unconditional Love, to name just a few.

Kelly has been passionate about writing since she was fifteen. After years of filling journals with stories, she finally followed her dream and published her first novel, Wanted, in November of 2012.

Kelly lives in central Texas with her husband, daughter, and two pups. When she’s not writing, Kelly enjoys reading and spending time with her family. She is down to earth and very in touch with her readers, both on social media and at signings.