Love Least Expected Anthology Review

Love Least Expected 

Meredith Bond (Author), Aubrey Wynne (Author), Valerie Twombly (Author), Kris Calvert (Author), Katie Stephens(Author), Nessie Strange (Author), Kishan Paul (Author),Isabella Harper (Author), Michaela Miles (Author)

When love drops in unexpected, the strangest things can happen. Nine short stories from sweet to sultry, full of romance, magic and love from award winning and USA Today recommended authors.

Under The Mango Tree: (Historical Romance) ~ by Meredith Bond

Lakshmi is a good 18th c. Indian girl who should not be hiding among the branches of the mango tree avoiding her chores. She truly should not be seen by a man who is not a member of her family”"an Englishman, no less. And she absolutely should not even contemplate speaking with this man. But Lakshmi has never been one to follow the rules.

Rolf’s Quest: (Historical Romance) ~ by Aubrey Wynne

Time is running out for the royal wizard of Henry II. Rolf’s quest: find genuine love and lift the enchantment that has imprisoned his ancestor, Merlin, for centuries. Now he must win Melissa’s heart without the use of magic. She desires him, but will she defy her family and refuse her betrothed? Or will Rolf be doomed to a life of bitterness like his ancestors before him.

Fall Into Darkness: (Paranormal Romance) ~ by Valerie Twombly

Eli, bounty hunter for the Tribunal, is sentenced to earth to find his humanity. But when temptation is thrown in the angel’s path in the form of the soft curvy Ashley, he is unable to resist. Fate may bring them together, but desire could bond them for eternity.

Alphabetical Disorder: (Fantasy Romance) ~ by Katie Stephens

When a trick horseback rider gets caught up in a dangerous prophecy that jeopardizes the circus, she believes she can solve the problem by dating alphabetically. Now all she has to do is figure out how to manipulate her flawed interpretation so she can be with the man she loves.

Roses Are Wrong, Violets Taboo: (Southern Romance) ~ by Kris Calvert

When Alexander Chase Tabeau and Rose Westwood meet by chance, neither planned on stumbling into the best night of their life. But timing is everything and fate has a cruel sense of humor. With love on the line and nothing to lose, will one night together change their destiny forever?

Love’s Not Viral: (Contemporary Romance) ~ by Nessie Strange

When a crazed Hollywood star puts Aster Sanderson in the media crosshairs, her home becomes a prison. With her life out of control, the last person she expects to rescue her is her captor’s brother, James. Is their attraction a result of circumstance...or could it be something more?

Taking The Plunge: (Contemporary Romance) ~ by Kishan Paul

When Pete, Eve's high school crush, shows up in her life, she pepper sprays him. Despite her efforts to push him away, Pete finds himself drawn to the red haired beauty. When logic and emotion don’t agree, which path should she follow?

The Trouble With Never: (Southern Romance) ~ by Isabella Harper

When Summer and Caleb run into each other after a long absence, sparks fly. Her painful past makes it hard for her to open up, but he’s more than willing to help. He's loved her most of their lives. Can she learn to love and trust him, or will her fears push him away?

Keep Calm And Eat Chocolate: (Contemporary Romance) ~ by Michaela Miles

When institution residents Elle and Chris meet, their personalities clash. During a quiet moment in the garden together, secrets are shared and a bond is formed. Will their connection be their downfall or lead to the fresh start they deserve?

˃˃˃ Fall into Darkness

“She is the best thing to happen to the genre since Sherrilyn Kenyon. “ A Bookaholic’s Fix

˃˃˃ Rolf’s Quest

“The characters were amazing and the story was completely spellbinding.” A Bookaholic’s Fix

˃˃˃ Roses are Wrong, Violets Taboo

“Powerfully emotional and sexy as hell.”

˃˃˃ Taking the Plunge

“The power and emotion behind this one was absolutely breathtaking.”

Favorite Quotes:
“I always keep a few tricks up my sleeve, Lady Garrick, if that is what you infer. Shall I cast a spell upon an enemy for you. ?”

“I know who he is,” said Whitburn, with a sneer. “are you the one the Queen speaks of? You cannot have her. I shall challenge you over this.”
“I shall accept,” Rolf answered, his voice deadly quiet.” 

“I never lose.”

This book was given to me in exchange for an honest review.

This is an anthology, there are nine great authors and everyone has their own twist on love. Each story has characters that are well developed and once you start reading the book you don’t want to put it down.

My favorite is Rolf’s Quest by Aubrey Wynne, in this story that has some unexpected twists. Lady Melissa is on her way to meet King Henry and Queen Eleanor and on the way Melissa sees a dark, handsome man that intrigues her. The man she sees is Baron Rolf Arbrec, He is the advisor and servant to King Henry II.  He is also a wizard, who realizes that Lady Melissa is he future but there is a catch. Merlin and Rolf have been cursed for a long time and if Melissa does not fall in love with him on her own or Merlin and his ancestors will be cursed forever. There is a major problem Melissa’s father has already agreed to give her hand to another man but that is not what Melissa wants. Now she and Rolf must find a way to convince her father and the King to let her be courted by Rolf. There are many twists in this story and you cannot wait to find out what happens on the next page.  As in all the other stories you do not want to put the books down. 

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