Book Review: A Deal With The Defender by Brenda Rothert


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From the moment we meet Briar Hollis I was right there with her on that boat sailing to an unknown destination and all in! Determined to survive Briar must figure out which group of savages is least likely to kill her as she swims to shore.
An island filled with secrets, strangers that are ready to fight to the death, deception, angst, and so much more in a place where who you trust could be the difference between life and death. Itโs a tsunami as each wave impacts the characters in a game of chess where even those who are two moves ahead of an opponent still risk defeat and possible death.
It’s time to put your survival skills to the test and hope your choices keep you alive. I was on the edge of my seat with all the twist and turns.
If you read your books and can visualize it as a movie playing in your head like me…this is chef’s kiss. I would love to see this adapted to screen. Please note that book will answer some plot arcs while leaving others to be discovered in the next book!

This Spicy read is a captivating dystopian romantasy that has The Handmaid’s Tale, Lost, and The Hunger Games vibes…all in ONE place!
Thank you Brenda Rothert for sending me an advance reader copy for an honest and fair review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.



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๐ She’s the nanny
๐ Grumpy x sunshine
๐ Fake marriage
๐ Single guardian
๐ Forced proximity
๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ Spicy Slow Burn
When Uncle Carter suddenly finds himself the guardian for his three nieces he will discover that the odds are not in his favor. When the future of his guardianship is threated by their dead beat dad he will need to act quickly or risk losing them forever. What starts as a way to get rid of his sister’s ex permanently turns into something he never expected.
Suki is working to fix the financial fallout from her last relationship. When her boss proposes an opportunity that will help her get out of debt quickly will she agree to his terms?
A story about a man who will discover that not all women are after him because he’s a sexy hockey player. It’s time for the disappearing Uncle to find his way home. A slow burn spicy heartwarming story filled with plenty of banter, adorable kids, a pig that loves to be the center of attention, and a whole lot of shenanigans.
Thank you to the author for an advance reader copy for an honest and fair review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I can’t wait for the next book in the Love on the Line series.

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The Face-Off by Brenda Rothert is the fifth installment in the Colorado Coyotes series but can be read as a standalone. If you find yourself craving more hockey romance click on the Amazon link in my bio to discover the rest of the Colorado Coyotes.
If you’re in the mood for a sports romance that has:
๐ Hero is a H-O-T Hockey Player
๐ Heroine who is a Single Mom that’s tough as nails
๐ Scorchin Chemistry
๐ Strangers to Lovers
๐ Opposites Attract
๐ Secrets
๐ Sexy Banter
๐ Dirty Talker

A spicy read is best enjoyed with your favorite iced beverage, a cozy chair, and maybe a fan. Characters comfortably express their desire with kissing and passionate exploration. If you’re looking for a medium level of heat this should be a satisfying read.
A single mom not afraid to do whatever it takes to take care of her family. Never question her honor or integrity.
A wild playboy hockey player never expected a desperate teenager would be the reason he had a shot at love.
It’s time to find out what happens when Dominic Locke, the wild player finds the one woman he can’t stop thinking about. Is he ready for something honest, real, and dare we say…someone he could be with forever?
What will happen when Tess decides to take a chance on her own happiness?
A fast paced story with banter, spice, and a sprinkle or two of those loveable characters from previous books. Looking forward to the next installment.
If you are a fan of hockey romance and enjoy Sawyer Bennett, Lauren Blakely, Cathryn Fox, or Kate Meader you might enjoy this series. Be sure to check out Brenda’s other hockey books in her backlist.
Thank you Brenda Rothert for the advance reader copy for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

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The Opponent by Brenda Rothert is a sports romance that has:
๐ Hero is a H-O-T Hockey Player
๐ Heroine is a Newspaper Opinion Writer
๐ Scorchin Chemistry
๐ Masquerade Ball
๐ Enemies to Lovers
๐ Snarky Banter
๐ Caveman appetite
From the moment we meet Elle and Ford I was hooked. Readers, the couch scene has just enough tension to spark a wildfire. The discovery of their identities is priceless, because once Elle and Ford discover what they each do for a living … the heat only intensifies.
Elle has been chasing public opinions and assumptions of her family her entire life. Is it really that different for professional athletes? Will her family still support her when they discover the secret she’s been keeping?
Ford Bennett is the new team Captain brought in to help the Colorado Coyotes navigate through their loss and rebuilding.
As a local opinion writer for the city newspaper itโs no secret who Elle is, and her opinion of hockey. What will happen when Ford processes how deep her aversion to the sport reaches? Will he be able to stay away, or will his attraction to her intensify?
While this is the second installment in the Colorado Coyotes series it can be read as a standalone. If you find yourself craving more from these hunky guys one-click The Donor (Book 1) and discover how it all began. I can’t wait to share my thoughts on that soon.

This book is scorchin hot! Caution, may lead to unexpected needย to turn on the A/C.ย So steamy the pages ignite. May include a dash of Erotic elements or elude to further exploration of desire and need.
If you enjoy Sawyer Bennett and Kate Meader, be sure to check out this series as well as Brenda’s other hockey books in her backlist. I hope one day we can have a novella with Elle’s brother … I’d love to have more of his story!ย Thank you Brenda Rothert for the advance reader copy for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
If you enjoy hockey romance, exciting plots with dirty talk, banter, hilarious laugh-out-loud scenes, and layers of sinfully sweet scorchin heat … one-clickย
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From the first page I loved this book. The concession girl who captures the NHL hockey players heart is every hockey fans dream. Lindy isn’t a puckbunny and doesn’t hide her true self. When Victor discovers that she’s not into him the way other girls are, he’s all-in. This friends-to-lovers story will melt your heart.
What will happen when the friendship takes a turn and both fall hard. Both have a lot to lose by falling for the other. This story has it all – hockey, first love, great dialogue and a plot that hooks you in until you realize you’ve finished the book.ย
This spicy read is best enjoyed with your favorite iced-beverage, a cozy chair, and maybe a fan. If you’re a reader who picks up a book by it’s cover, it’s your lucky day!
I received an ARC from Inkslinger PR for a fair and honest review.
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