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Welcome to 2025!
Wow, did 2024 go fast or what? I had some wonderful adventures last year, both in real life and through the pages of the books I read. I hope you did too. We're kicking off the new year with some new-to-me authors and a few long-time favorites. Here's what's happening this month at The Romance Dish.
We start things off on Friday, January 3 with a review of A New Year in the Keys by Hope Holloway. This surprise bonus book takes readers back to Holloway's debut Coconut Key series with an achingly romantic reunion story, proving that you're never too old to find love.
Tuesday, January 7 brings a review and giveaway of Shattering Dawn by Jayne Ann Krentz. This compelling, suspenseful thriller wraps up Krentz's The Lost Night Files trilogy.
Stop by Wednesday, January 8 for a review and giveaway of Mary Balogh's Remember When. This fourth book in Balogh's Ravenswood series is a lovely, cross-class, reunion romance featuring a dowager countess and her childhood friend.
Friday, January 10 brings a review of Into the Woods by Jenny Holiday, a story about two people at professional and emotional crossroads in their lives. If you haven't read Holiday yet, this book is a great place to start.
Monday, January 13 brings a review and giveaway of When We Had Forever by Shaylin Gandhi. This compelling, twisty romance drew me in and refused to let go, landing in my top three books of 2024.
Join me on Tuesday, January 14 for a tour review of Dashiki by Florence Wetzel, a cozy mystery set within the fascinating world of jazz.
We're heading north on Wednesday, January 15 with a review of Dr. Alaska by Jillian David. This heartwarming contemporary romance launches David's Yukon Valley, Alaska Hospital series.
On Monday, January 20, we're heading back to Lake Tahoe for Better Than Friends by Jill Shalvis. This 7th standalone book in Shalvis's Sunrise Cove series is a women's fiction/contemporary romance second-chance story.
Santa joins us on Tuesday, January 21 with a review of She Doesn't Have a Clue by Jenny Elder Moke. This one features mystery, murder, and a second chance at love.
Nancy will be here on Thursday, January 23 with a review and giveaway of The Legend of Meneka by Kritika H. Rao. This new Romantasy launches Rao's The Divine Dancers Duology.
Wrapping up the month on Monday, January 27 will be a review and giveaway of The Unexpected Diva by Tiffany L. Warren. This biographical historical fiction novel tells the story of Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield, a brilliant Black woman born a slave whose voice captivated audiences on both sides of the Atlantic before and during the Civil War.
What books are you looking forward to reading this month?
New year - new books. Looking forward to some new to me authors and also reading some of my favorite authors.
ReplyDeleteI always look forward to Mary Balogh books, Jill Shalvis writes such fun books, and I need to catch up on Kayne Ann Krentz's books.
ReplyDeleteI have some new to me authors I am looking forward to trying out. Many fantasy romance that I am especially excited about. Also, some usual favorites like Joanne Fluke and Laura Childs.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a nice line-up of books for the month. I like that there are several second chance stories and stories about older couple finding their HEA. So often those who are middle age or older are ignored. They still want and have romance in their lives.
ReplyDeleteYou only have two historicals this month, but both are well worth reading.Mary Balogh is always worth reading and The Unexpected Diva sounds very interesting.
All the contemporary books sound good , with a few by favorite authors. I have a TBR mountain to dig into, but that doesn't mean I can't look for new ones I will enjoy.
Happy New Year.
Been sick with a terrible cold, so I feel behind in my reading already! Looking forward to Jill’s new book. Samantha Chase has a new book out too. I have an Arc for Dr Alaska, a new author for me. Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteThese all look interesting, but I honestly haven't considered what is coming out this month. I've got several books from December - in addition to my massive tbr - to read first.
ReplyDeleteI’m really looking forward to The Legend of Meneka — excited to see it will be reviewed here later this month!!
ReplyDeleteMary Balogh is an author whose novels I enjoy greatly. So many wonderful books. I am looking forward to so many new releases. Hill of Secrets, The Quiet Librarian and many more.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy books from old favorites like Jill Shalvis, RaeAnne Thayer, Susan Wiggs, Susan Mallery, Lori Foster and Carly Phillips.
ReplyDeleteJenny Holiday, Tracy Solheim are new authors I’ve really liked. I believe I discovered them from your reviews and giveaways. Thank you!
Historical romance authors: I do like Karen Hawkins, Shana Galen, Lisa Kleypas…
Love your website and your reviews.
Best wishes for a healthy and happy 2025!
Oops! RaeAnne Thayne
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