Book Blitz & Giveaway for Bad Decisions & Back Roads by Zoe Forward

Bad Decisions & Back Roads: Second Chance Veterinary Romance

Zoe Forward

(Southern Veterinary, #2)

Publication date: August 3rd 2026

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

The problem with bad decisions is you never stop wanting them.

I used to be the rebellious girl from the wrong side of the fenceline. He was the local hellraiser nobody could tame. While our families carried on a feud older than indoor plumbing, we fell for each other.

Then my vicious father found out. To save Timothy’s life, I broke his heart and disappeared.

Now over a decade later, I’m back as a large-animal veterinarian, working at his brother’s clinic and treating everything from prize dairy cows to Timothy’s homicidal llama. Avoiding him should be easy.

It isn’t.

He’s a single dad running two businesses, still infuriatingly irresistible, and determined to make me pay for every year he spent hating me.

The problem? I never stopped loving him. But if he learns why I really left, I could lose him forever.

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EXCERPT:

“Yesterday…I wrecked you?” She gave me a look I remembered. Her green eyes flared. I was about to lose this fight in a way I’d never recover from.

She slowly unzipped her coveralls. My brain immediately abandoned ship. Not helped by the fact that traitorous memory chose this exact moment to replay yesterday’s rainstorm in vivid detail.

Meanwhile, in real time, she peeled the coveralls down and somehow stepped out of them while keeping her socks from touching the ground—a feat of female sorcery I could neither explain nor stop watching.

Underneath was a tight white shirt that clung in ways that should probably require a warning label, a permit, and possibly a pastor on standby.

My eyes briefly closed. Opened. She was still there.

Beside me, Cody made a small choking noise.

I cut him a glare.

He didn’t even have the decency to look ashamed.

Then—because she enjoyed cruelty—she lifted both arms and twisted her hair into a messy bun. Which did things. Terrible, magnificent things to her chest.

Her mouth curved like she knew exactly what she’d done. She pulled a scrub top out of the duffle and pulled it down over the tight shirt. Without a word, she packed the supplies into her duffel, casually picked up the dart rifle from the ground, and started walking up the hill like she hadn’t just detonated every functioning brain cell in a fifty-yard radius.

Then she tossed over her shoulder—

“I’m back, Timothy Hurst. End of story.” A few steps later she said, “You’re welcome…for dealing with your dangerous llama.”

Author Bio:

USA Today bestselling author Zoe Forward is a parent, wife, veterinarian, and unapologetic chocolate lover. She writes spicy paranormal and contemporary romances that blend action, adventure, humor, and a touch of magic.

Zoe lives in the South with a lively menagerie of four-legged beasts and two slightly wild kids.

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Book Blitz & Giveaway for The Case of the Red Flame by Lila Fogle

The Case of the Red Flame

Lila Fogle

(Tristan Beaufort Humorous Mysteries, #1)

Publication date: August 1st 2026

Genres: Adult, Comedy, Mystery

Lucy is an apathetic young woman who is hired to assist eccentric private detective Tristan Beaufort, a man whose wildness, endless optimism, and occasional naiveté seem at odds with his chosen career. Her job is to keep a written account of his cases, to play the Watson to his Holmes.

They are hired by a woman who suspects her wife, Professor Jennifer Darvis, is having an affair. What begins as a simple investigation of adultery soon spirals into a case of conspiracy, arson, and murder.

Professor Darvis is a delusionally self-assured academic whose writings regarding the existence of a shadowy organization known only as The Quadrette have failed to find an audience outside of her students, for whom she has made her book assigned reading. However, an FBI agent shows up on her doorstep, insisting that her theories have spawned a series of murders, and requesting her help in preventing further deaths.

Soon, Tristan and Lucy find themselves unravelling a plot surrounding Darvis which seems as though it could not exist, despite the evidence they encounter at every turn. Their adventures will bring them up against the police, the enigmatic FBI Agent, and the leader of The Quadrette herself.

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The following is not a tale for the faint-hearted.

I wish I could say we all made it out alive, but this is not the case. Some languish behind prison bars and some rest beneath the dirt. Others have returned to the comforts of home.

I escaped with my life, though you have likely guessed as much.

What follows is a humble account of my time with Tristan Beaufort. Looking back, I would say he is best described as a man who would place himself among the Philip Marlowes and Sam Spades of the world, but was far too kindhearted to be hardboiled, and too distinct to be discreet.

The rest must be read to be believed.

I was in my twenty-seventh year, when I first met Tristan Beaufort. My life had been shaping up to be less than ideal, though perhaps of some interest to one of the more burned-out existentialists. While others settled into their careers and families, I passed from one temporary job to the next, never in one workplace for long.

I had resigned myself to this fate: this life of endless, stalling distraction. I accepted my lot with the kind of stoicism Marcus Aurelius himself would envy. At least, this is what I told the few who asked.

I am aware that a clinician might have known my distraction by another name, but that is neither here nor there. Out of respect for the reader, I shall elaborate no further.

My practiced resignation experienced a subtle shift when, one day, I received a phone call. The woman on the line thought she had a job that would suit me well. She recalled my interest in the written word, and thought I might make good use of it in this position.

Her voice droned through the finer details, barraging my ears with her anesthetic. From amidst the tide of useless words and mundane utterances, I picked up the heart of the message towards which she uneconomically wandered: I would become the assistant to a famed private detective, Tristan Beaufort.

Famed. If the name sounded familiar, the reason escaped me.

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Lila Fogle lives in Connecticut, where she writes humour.

 

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Review for Tethered by the Sea by India R. Adams & Nikki Landis

Title: Tethered by the Sea

Series: Saltbone Sinners MC Book One

Authors: India R. Adams & Nikki Landis

Genre: MC Romance

Tropes: Found Family; Soulmates; Healing from trauma

Release Date: June 26, 2026 

From USA Today Bestselling Authors India R Adams and Nikki Landis, Tethered by the Sea is a moving, coming-of-age love story that blends a touch of dark mythology with aching humanity.

While raised in the shadow of a motorcycle club, Maddox was unaware that a boundless oath protected him. But on his tenth birthday, tragedy tore his world apart when gunfire erupted and a disastrous accident took place on a bridge, sending Maddox over the edge and into the depths of the Atlantic Ocean.

He should have died.

Instead, something in the water saved him.

Now without his protectors, Maddox spends the rest of his childhood running from his past and into a newfound family that he never saw coming. Even though they hold the broken pieces together with the tender thread of healing, none of that stops the ancient hold that followed him from the Atlantic.

Maddox’s grief hardens him into a dangerous, scorned young man who continues to be tethered to a mystical presence waiting beneath the tide.

His past refuses to stay buried because the ocean never truly let him go.

And neither did she.

Delving into the world crafted by evidently gifted authors, Maddox’s story emerges as a compelling blend of mystery, suspense, and raw emotional depth. The plot centers around Maddox, also known as Johnny, a character whose life is both a battlefield of survival and a testament to the transformative power of love, especially that of his fiercely protective grandmother, Noma. This review explores why this story stands out, captivating readers and leaving long-lasting impressions.

Right from the opening chapter, the book throws readers into a whirlwind of emotions and intrigue, making it impossible to look away. The writing is both evocative and grounded, delivering action-packed sequences without losing sight of the tender undercurrents woven through the plot. Maddox’s journey is a richly layered experience; he grapples with past traumas and present mysteries, skillfully guided by his grandmother’s enigmatic hints and sharp wit. The grandmother-grandson relationship is refreshingly authentic, offering moments of levity that exquisitely counterbalance the story’s heavier themes of loss and grief.

The plot’s intricate weaving of suspense and myth lends a palpable intensity that keeps readers guessing. The “green-eyed girl” subplot introduces an emotionally resonant mystery, adding depth to Maddox’s own personal quest. The story’s strength lies not only in its twists and turns but also in the nuanced way it explores found family and the healing power of connection. Each character’s growth unfolds naturally, enriched by a plot that refuses to shy away from pain yet always gestures toward hope.

The plot deftly balances heartache and humor, immersing readers in a rollercoaster of feelings. This is a story that invites tears and leaves heartbreak raw, yet it also celebrates human resilience and the bonds that make survival worthwhile. The pacing is expertly managed; the suspense is never sacrificed for emotional depth, and vice versa. It’s a rare feat for any genre-spanning tale, combining elements of thriller, family saga, and myth with seamless grace.

 Maddox’s story is a masterclass in emotional storytelling. It’s intensely gripping, beautifully written, and achingly personal. Those who appreciate multifaceted characters, layered mysteries, and stories that don’t shy away from tough emotions will find this book immensely rewarding. Be prepared with tissues at hand—this is not a light read, but an unforgettable one that touches the heart.

Whether you’re a fan of suspenseful dramas or deeply human tales about family and healing, this book promises an experience that lingers long after the last page. It leaves one pondering the enduring bonds that shape us, the mysteries of identity, and the redemptive power of love. Maddox’s story is a profound reminder that sometimes the darkest journeys lead us to the brightest truths. 

P.S. This story has made it to our top favorite reads for 2026, and I can't wait to see what happens next.

Nikki Landis is a romance enthusiast, tea addict, and book hoarder. She's the USA Today Bestselling Author of over fifty novels, including her widely popular Tonopah, NV RBMC series. She writes wickedly fierce, spicy romances featuring dirty talkin' bikers, deadly, possessive reapers, wild bad boys, and the feisty, independent women they love. She's a mom to six sons, two of them Marines. Books are her favorite escape. Nikki also writes steamy alien and monster romance under the pen name Synna Star.

Souls on Fire...

Award-winning and USA Today bestselling author India R. Adams writes stories for the souls that refuse to stay broken.

An author of emotionally intense, darkly luminous stories, India creates worlds where even the most damaged souls are worthy of love and rebirth.

From dark motorcycle club romances and paranormal adventures to contemporary fiction, her books explore loss, healing, redemption, and the strength it takes to rise from the ashes of our past. Her characters are flawed, wounded, and beautifully human. They stumble. They fall. They fight. Yet no matter how dark the road gets, they become stronger than what tried to destroy them.

If you have ever loved too deeply, lost pieces of yourself, or fought your way back from the fire, you'll find yourself at home within India's pages.

Because she believes damaged souls are worth saving—and there is nothing more beautiful than a soul on fire.

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