Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Tressa at Wishful Endings that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
I am combining CWW with Books From the Backlog hosted by Carole at Carole's Random Life in Books. This will allow me to feature some newly "rediscovered" books, which I plan on reading, alongside a new release.
This week I can't wait for
Her Knight at the Museum by Bryn Donovan
Published by Berkley on November 12, 2024
Age/Genres: Adult, Fiction, Romance
Goodreads
A centuries-long curse is no match for rom-com shenanigans when a medieval knight is brought to life in modern-day Chicago.
Forgotten by time and abandoned by hope, Sir Griffin de Beauford’s existence stretches out before him. Cursed by a ruthless enchanter to see, hear, and think, but never to move or speak, Griffin suffers the long, lonely centuries trapped in stone…until an unexpected kiss from a fair maiden breathes new life into his soul—and his body.
Emily Porter, a recently divorced conservator at the Art Institute of Chicago, is charged with the restoration of a statue of a medieval English knight. Breaking curses was not part of the job description. And yet, here he is, the man of her dreams come to life, resplendent in shining armor as he joyously barrels into priceless antiquities...and goes on to dismantle her defenses, wreak havoc on her senses, and tempt her to believe once more in happy-ever-afters.
But the modern age tries Griffin’s patience and pride, and Emily is a prime suspect in the investigation of the missing sculpture. In a complicated world, can they find their way to a fairy-tale ending?
When I first set eyes on this book, I kept thinking Enchanted or Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure. The whole fish-out-of-water thing always leads to humorous moments. But then there's the curse that needs to be broken, something for me to be invested in. I think this will be fun and cute and right on brand for me.
Restraint by Adriana Locke
Published by Umbrella Publishing, Inc. on August 3, 2020
Age/Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Goodreads
Blaire Gibson knows better than to have one-night stands.
She prides herself on her decision-making skills. It’s the one asset that has never let her down. But even the best thinkers have weaknesses.
Hers is a delicious business mogul with a quick tongue.
Unfortunately for her, that tongue is good for more than just talking.
Holt Mason doesn’t need to justify anything to anyone.
He wants Blaire. He pursues Blaire. And he gets Blaire because that’s how his life works. Until it doesn’t.
What begins as a single night in a hotel room spirals into an unusual agreement. As late nights provide the space to trade secrets and walls come tumbling down, more is shared than just pillow talk.
They both should’ve known better. They should’ve shown restraint. Because when guards are dropped, hearts get shattered.
A one-night stand turns into something more in this heart-filled, steamy romance from USA Today bestselling author Adriana Locke.
I apparently purchased the first three books in this series back in 2021. I think my finishing Sway coincided with a sale. I always like companion series that focus on a families, and I have enjoyed other books by Locke. Seems like this could be a good time for me.
Let us know in the comments!
Her Knight at the Museum sounds adorable!
ReplyDeleteI think it will be a fun one.
DeleteHer Knight at the Museum is on my TBR, too. I like the fish-out-of-water scenario as well!
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping one of us gets to read it. It's Berkley, so I am betting on you getting it in the mail.
DeleteThose sound like they will be good.
ReplyDeleteAt least good for me, right?
DeleteOMG the first one seems so promising and probably full of funny moments!
ReplyDeleteIt screams fun to me.
DeleteUm, what is this??? Her Knight at the Museum? How perfect does this sound?! I need it in my life.
ReplyDeleteRight? I think it will be a ton of fun
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