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Review Blitz: The Bourbon Bet by DK Marie


THE BOURBON BET
DK Marie
Release Date: September 16

Buy Link:
https://a.co/d/biDUdzq
Available in KU

Why you need to #ONECLICK this book…
🔥Billionaire Romance
🔥Class Differences
🔥Bet/Wager
🔥Secret Agenda
🔥Family Conflict
🔥Redemption Arc
🔥Family Business Drama
🔥Small Business Owner (indie bookstore)
🔥Southern Romance
🔥Dual POV Romance


Blurb
A bookstore. A bet. A love that could cost them everything.

I need sixty days.
That's how long I have to save my bookstore and my father's home before all my dreams go into foreclosure. When a powerful man offers me a devil's bargain, every instinct screams to walk, no run, away. But desperation makes cowards of us all. Make Sebastian fall for me, steal his business secrets at their derby party, and keep my store. Refuse, and lose everything.

The plan was simple. But I never bet on falling for him. Or how the truth would ruin me.

This isn't about love.
It's a bet, a way to finally cut my brother loose. Rosalia is the bait. Sweet. Sharp. Sent to play me. And I let her. Because I want to believe she's different. I'm betting on it. And when she moans my name like it's real, I almost believe her.

In bourbon country, family betrayals go down smoother than aged whiskey. With the Derby clock ticking and their hearts tangled in lies and desire, when the truth finally spills, can love survive the burn?


MY REVIEW

Rosalia's been trying to save her bookstore and her dad's house but isn't having any luck, when luck finally falls at her feet. All she has to do is betray her friend and the man she's falling for, Sebastian, a billionaire from a premier bourbon empire. The longer she spends with him, the more she's coming to the realization that she can't go through with the deal she made with Sebastian's brother, even if she loses her bookstore and her dad's house. But is everything as it seems? Does Sebastian have his own agenda that she's not privy to?


Sebastian's been attracted to Rosalia since he first saw her, and now he has the perfect situation to pursue her. He knows he should tell her what's really going on, but even he's not entirely sure what that is. He adores her, is falling for her, and perhaps in the end, he can keep her. If they can both get past the secrets they're both keeping.


I knew from the first page of Sebastian and Rosalia's story that I was going to love them, and I do! Their banter is witty and fun, their physical chemistry is sizzling and only gets stronger and more intense, but it's their emotional connection that kept me reading. The secrets were there in the background, keeping the tension and the angst high, and I was cringing knowing the fallout was going to hurt. It did, but by the end, it was well worth the pain each went through, to see them happy, finally realizing their love, with no more secrets left to get in between them. Sweet, strong bookstore owner Rosalia and broody billionaire with a tender heart Sebastian have my heart, and I can only wish the author plans on writing more about them.


Meet DK Marie
Amazon #1 bestselling author DK Marie weaves intoxicating love stories against the backdrop of Michigan's diverse landscapes, from lakeside retreats to vibrant urban settings. Her signature blend of sizzling chemistry, heartfelt emotion, and playful banter creates an irresistible reading experience for those seeking both escapism and authentic connection. With seven published novels to her name, DK Marie has carved out her place in the contemporary romance world, crafting stories where strong, independent heroines find their perfect match in heroes who are as kind as they are captivating. Her characters navigate the beautiful chaos of falling in love, discovering themselves in the process and finding happiness where they least expect it.

When she's not orchestrating steamy encounters and heartfelt declarations of love, DK Marie can be found with an overflowing cup of coffee, connecting with her passionate reader community, or planning adventures with her family that inevitably spark ideas for her next swoon-worthy romance. Her upcoming novel will transport readers beyond Michigan to the rolling hills of Kentucky, proving that while settings may change, her talent for crafting unforgettable love stories remains constant.

Connect with DK Marie
https://dkmarie.com/
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