Book One (all stand-alone titles) of a Series for Dog Loving Romance Readers!
Firefighter Braden Mahoney is devastated when his beloved Weimarener, Jelly Bean, fails the canine arson investigator test. Faced with the challenge of raising the money for advanced training, it’s Braden’s sweet grandmother and her best friend who suggest he use the services of the new event planner in town. Not that … planner in town. Not that he needs a push in Cassie Santorini’s direction. Ever since she arrived in town, Braden has had his eye on the sassy Greek goddess…and can’t stop thinking about getting the rest of him on her, too.
Cassie has spent years putting family first, even moving to Bitter Bark when her mother falls in love with the local veterinarian. Having a huge new extended “family” is fun, especially when one smokeshow of a firefighter attends the gatherings, but Cassie has no plans to remain in the small town. She’s ready to pursue her big city dreams. But when Braden asks for an assist for his precious pup, Cassie agrees to help him set up a town-wide scavenger hunt. It isn’t exactly a hardship to be around those blue eyes and brawny shoulders, especially since they both agree everything — even the undeniable sparks that crackle between them — is temporary.
But when temporary gets complicated by feelings that might lead to forever, Braden and Cassie start to question the direction they’re headed. Should they follow their dreams…or their hearts? It’ll take a dog with a bad nose and a good heart, two meddlesome grandmas, and some help from the clan that loves them to make sure Cassie and Braden follow the clues and find their way to each other’s arms.
The Dogmothers – a new spinoff series from the popular “Dogfather” books
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Just like The Dogfather books, the covers of The Dogmothers were all photographed at Alaqua Animal Refuge in Florida using rescue dogs from the shelter, and “local heroes” as models. A portion of book sales is donated to that amazing organization!
About the Author
Published since 2003, Roxanne St. Claire is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than fifty romance and suspense novels. In addition to being a ten-time nominee and one-time winner of the prestigious RITATM Award for the best in romance writing, Roxanne’s books have won the National Readers’ Choice Award four times and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. A recent empty-nester, Roxanne lives in Florida with her husband and two dogs.
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Now that the Dogfather, Daniel, has found his second chance at love, his mother, Gramma Finnie teams up with the Santorini’s grandmother, YaiYai, to step in and take over as the Dogmothers. Their first mission is to get Cassie Santorini and Braden Mahoney together. Sparks fly, chemistry is overwhelming, and both of them insist it’s temporary. This is a great new start to a spin-off series after the Dogfather books. It’s a great place to jump in for those new to the series, a wonderful reunion with the Kilcannons for those returning, and a fabulous story for everyone! There is tension, chemistry, lots of emotion, letting go of fears, recognizing dreams, family, dogs, moving forward, laughter, and tears. A warm tale of the power of love, the strength of family, and recognizing hopes and dreams. I smiled, I cried, and I loved every minute of reading this book. Another winner by Roxanne St. Claire and a great start to this new series!
In Hot Under the Collar, Roxanne St. Claire pivots away from the Dogfather, now that he’s found his own second chance HEA, and to the new Dogmothers, but doesn’t changed any of her trademark heart and laughter. I was hooked from page one. Cassie and Braden are a perfect blend of sweet and sexy and Jelly Bean is the smartest dog in the world. The future of matchmaking in Bitter Bark is definitely in good hands.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this novel.
With so much hate and sorrow in the world, it’s a welcome change to lighten the mood and share a bit of love again. There in lies the appeal of the Dogfather and now Dogmothers series. St. Claire reminds the world that with a little bit of hope and understanding, love can build a bridge of healing. Hot Under the Collar is a new beginning for a wonderful series. The citizens of Bitter Bark are back to bring a smile to your face and put a little love in your heart. Matchmaking has a couple of different faces and number of new targets are within sight. I always have fun this great group of characters take center stage.
Absolutely loved this story. Who doesn’t love firefighters and romance. What a seamless transition to the DogMothers. The way Roxanne StClaire weaves this story really kept me from putting this book down until I was finished every last word. Braden and Cassie have really great chemistry and your rooting for them throughout the book. Jellybean is such a charmer and so heroic. I loved the start of the DogMother’s relationship and look forward to seeing how this friendship develops. Definitely a home run. Loved it!
In the opening of the Dog Mother series by Ms. Claire. She brings us two grandmothers one Irish and one Greek who love there family. They soon take over for The DogFather as he has found love himself. This duo Now have there eyes on one matching which may just be too easy. Just wait and see.
Cassie can’t believe her eyes when she sees her Yiayia walking through the doors at the Santorini deli. To top it off she’s being nice.
Something is up and she will find out what she’s up too.
All Braden wants is to get his dog Jelly Bean certified to be an Arson dog. When his uncle Daniel and his cousin say it’s not possible that he’s having issues he turns to Cassie.
Now she is in need of help as well. Together they will help each other out.
So there going to try and fool everyone that there a couple. They have one little issue, but too him not at all. But his ex keeps showing up.
Cassie will help JB if only he would give her a chance. He’s 100% head over heels in love with his ex. Her not so much. But she won’t give up.
Buy the book to See what happens.