Riggs by Sawyer Bennett Release Blitz

Known as the team loner, Riggs Nadeau gives his all on the ice, but nothing extra off it. A beautiful stranger is about to cause chaos in his very structured world.

As a professional hockey player, people think I live a charmed life. On the surface, I do. But they don’t know the horrors of my childhood, or the real reason that I have custody of my seventeen-year-old sister, Janelle. And that’s exactly the way I like it. They may think I’m a prick because I don’t like to share, but that’s fine. They don’t know me, and they don’t need to.

In an effort to help Janelle get settled in Phoenix and stay out of trouble at school, I set her up with a job at Clarke’s Corner, the local bookstore owned by the girlfriend of a teammate. It’s there that she makes friends with Veronica Woodley, the extremely annoying, arrogant, money-hungry divorcee who I don’t want anywhere near my sister. Janelle insists I’m completely wrong about Veronica, but I refuse to accept that. I have to keep reminding myself that that the gorgeous blond with legs for days is off limits.

Through a series of events, I start to see Veronica for what she really is—an amazing woman who has survived her own hell to come out even stronger. I have to admit, we’re more alike than not and the attraction between us burns hot.

Maybe I was all wrong about my ability to love and commit, but when the past comes back to haunt me, can I be the man that Veronica, and Janelle, deserve?

Don’t miss our reviews of the other books in the Arizona Vengeance series.
For books #1 – #9, click HERE.
For book #10, Jett, click HERE.

 

 

Book 11
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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆☆
This is the eleventh book in the series – and every single one is an amazing read, so if you are not up-to-date, then I recommend you get caught up, and enjoy every second of the process. Any fan will know that Riggs has been the solitary, antisocial, and difficult new teammate, completely out of step with the rest of the Vengeance family. They are not giving up on him, but he really needs to get with the programme before it affects his performance too – and finally we get to understand some of his hesitancy in making connections.

SO, it turns out that Riggs is really a good guy... just well hidden under his brusque manner, and his refusal to get close to his teammates. He has his seventeen-year-old sister, Janelle, living with him, and when we learn why and what he did to care for her, already our opinion starts to change. His sharp hate-hate attitude towards Veronica is much less appealing, but as we all know, sometimes the distance between love and hate is a mere hair’s breadth.

I loved spending time in Clarke's bookshop again – genius move of the author's to bring us back into that safe and very friendly space, and give Rigg's sister a chance to spread her wings in a protected environment. Veronica, Clarke's best friend and free labour, finds herself training up Janelle before she goes off to finally finish her degree. Again, we learn more about her, and why she is so certain that she will never trust the attentions of a man again.

As the chemistry between the two of them takes up a lot of their thoughts, we are just waiting for the explosion! I loved every bit of their awakening to what life could be like... even if there were a few tears along the way.


Mary – ☆☆☆☆
I have wondered about Riggs and his sister since he was first introduced into the series. I was happy to finally read his story and it was a great way to get to know him and his sister.

Riggs cares about two things, hockey and his sister. He doesn't want anyone asking questions or wants to get to know anyone. He doesn't date or want a relationship. He only wants to play hockey and protect his 17-year-old sister.

When he meets Veronica, she works at the bookstore with Clarke, and Janelle is going to work there after school. Well, there are more than sparks flying when Riggs and Veronica meet. There is an immediate dislike for each other, but something is simmering below the surface.

Veronica and Janelle hit it off from the start. Riggs can see that they are becoming fast friends. At first, he thinks Veronica might be a bad influence, but he will learn that she might be just what they both need.

I have to say that author Sawyer Bennett has done it again with this series. Riggs and Veronica are perfect for each other. Their banter and chemistry are off the charts. And the way they both treat Janelle makes their story even better. I cannot wait for Barden's story next.


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Romance

Riggs is the loner of the Arizona Vengeance. He has a lot going on and when he joined his new team, he wasn’t quite sure how to put himself out there. He has never believed in romance and knows that sometimes, your home life can be your worst time.

Veronica is a divorcee who is trying to make up for the lost time she spent with her loser of a husband. She knows that she’s somewhat lucky that she is paid such a generous amount for her alimony, but she has aspirations that spur her on. When she meets Riggs for the first time, he makes a less than ideal impression.

Janelle is your typical teenager who is wanting to fit in. What she knows is that her brother, Riggs, always has her back and she will never have to live with her icky stepdad again.

As these three figure out their lives, relationships, and how to find happiness, you get to see all of the previous Arizona Vengeance players and their families too. I really enjoyed watching this family develop.

It has funny, sweet, and sexy moments, but it all comes together in a romantic package. I really enjoyed this book and thought that Riggs and Veronica complemented each other well. I did feel that the ending was slightly rushed with the resolution and the conclusion, but overall, was very happy with how this story was executed.

 

 

 

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author SAWYER BENNETT uses real life experience to create relatable stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From contemporary romance, fantasy romance, and both women’s and general fiction, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

A former trial lawyer from North Carolina, when she is not bringing fiction to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to her very adorable daughter, as well as full-time servant to her wonderfully naughty dogs..

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Riggs (Arizona Vengeance #11) by Sawyer Bennett to read and review for this tour. Mary received her review copy via the author’s ARC team.

Jett by Sawyer Bennett Blog Tour

Jett Olsson isn’t looking for anything serious and she’s not looking for anything at all, so why does it seem so hard to keep it professional?

I love my life—the thrill of being on the ice as part of the Arizona Vengeance, the rush of winning, the adoration of the fans. And if that adoration means I don’t have to spend the night alone, well even better. I’m content being single and always ready to mingle.

But the day Emory Holland walks into a Vengeance team meeting my attention is caught like never before. I can tell right away she’s full of smarts and sass, and the fact that she’s hot as hell sure doesn’t hurt either. She immediately shuts down my advances, so I opt for the road less traveled—straight to the friend zone.

My approach works like a charm, and when she invites me into her bed for a no-strings, friends-with-benefits arrangement, I vow to give her everything I have. She’s been hurt before, and if I’m able to help her heal while giving her a spectacularly satisfying time *pats self on back*, then I’ll be happy.

Or at least that’s the lie I keep telling myself as the time ticks down on the final buzzer of our “relationship.” Now the real question is, can I score the winning goal in a game neither of us realized we were playing?

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Book 10
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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Mary – ☆☆☆☆☆
4.5 stars

This series gets better and better with each book and with this one we meet Jett Olsson. Jett is happy with his life, playing on the championship team and enjoying the single life. Until Emory Holland walks into a team meeting. All he can think about is getting her to go out with him. All she wants is to do her job.

Jett finally gets Emory to agree to go out with him, but it is a work dinner, so she can help him with his Instagram account. When he picks her up at her house, he finds out that she has a daughter. That is something Jett is not interested in; he doesn't want kids and doesn't want to date anyone with kids. Jett can't stop thinking about Emory and her daughter, Felicity. They seemed to have made their way into his heart, he wants to spend time with them both.

Does Jett want to make a future with Emory and Felicity? Will Emory give a relationship with Jett a chance?

I have my favorites in this series but this one is close to the top. If you are looking for hot hockey men, with the women who tame them, then this series is for you. Each book can be read as a standalone but you’ll want to read them all – you do not want to miss a thing in this series.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the tenth book in the series, and it is just like rejoining a group of friends and enjoying the next player finding his happily ever after. This time it is Jett's turn to find out that falling in love really is a good thing – and he has plenty of teammates to show him how true that is.

Emory is in charge of social media at Arizona Vengeance. She takes her job very seriously and her concentration is on working hard and bringing up her daughter. She lives with her sister, who works from home and can help with childcare. There is definitely not time for romance – let alone interest after the disappointment of her life with her ex-husband.

So when Jett repeatedly expresses his interest in taking her out, she finds it easy to say no. Until... she has to admit that his persistence is quite appealing, and he even likes her little girl. I loved when he first finds out that she has a child – he realises that he should be recoiling in horror, and yet, he likes Emory so much, that he just finds himself okay with it. It is these little touches which Bennett uses with great effect to get over big messages in her stories, I really appreciate that as I am reading.

Again, we get to enjoy catching up with previous couples, and Nora helps, as Emory gives her daughter a chance to enjoy some horse-riding and chat with Nora and her team.

A sweet, sexy, and fun read – highly recommended!


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Romance

Emory is getting her hockey legs on the job. She loves what she does and knows that she’s very lucky to do something she loves. When she has to teach a somewhat flirtatious player, Jett, all about using Instagram, she knows that she’ll have to make sure to be all business.

Jett isn’t deterred by Emory’s standoffish stance. He knows that sometimes women like to delineate between work and fun. When he convinces Emory to go to dinner with him “for business,” Jett thinks he’s broken through her tough exterior.

What neither expect is a connection that can be brought on only through friendship. Once it’s clear that Emory isn’t up for dating, Jett changes his mindset about her and becomes her friend.

I really enjoyed watching these two find their way. Both were able to change their feelings about dating, love, and friendship. It’s not quite a coming of age story but has a similar feel.

I have really enjoyed these books in this series and know that you would love them too!

 

 

 

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author SAWYER BENNETT uses real life experience to create relatable stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From contemporary romance, fantasy romance, and both women’s and general fiction, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

A former trial lawyer from North Carolina, when she is not bringing fiction to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to her very adorable daughter, as well as full-time servant to her wonderfully naughty dogs..

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

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The Arizona Vengeance is back on the ice!
Sawyer is celebrating the release of Jett with a new release giveaway. She’s giving away a $100 Amazon gift card AND signed paperback copy of Jett.
Click HERE to visit the giveaway page on her website to enter.

 

 

 

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Jett (Arizona Vengeance #10) by Sawyer Bennett to read and review for this tour.

Steele by Sawyer Bennett Release Blitz

A second chance may be just what James Steele needs…

I might be one of the older players on the Arizona Vengeance, but I like to think that also makes me one of the wisest. Or at least I used to.

Turns out, I’ve been a bit selfish. I’ve been married to hockey and my team for years, which hasn’t left much time for my actual wife, Ella. Now I’m juggling a separation I never wanted, the pressure of being a single dad to our teenage daughter, and the career I sacrificed it all for.

While my game on the ice might be on fire, the game in my personal life is clearly lacking, as evidenced by the fact I just saw my wife on a date with another man. If I have any hope of saving the family I love, I need to re-prioritize, and fast. So it’s time for me to get back to fundamentals, just like I did when I learned how to play hockey. I’ve never backed down from a challenge, and romancing my wife is a challenge I am very much looking forward to.

Time to put on my game face, because I’m in it to win it.

The Arizona Vengeance series from New York Times bestselling author Sawyer Bennett can be read together or separately.

Don’t miss our reviews of the Arizona Vengeance series. Just click HERE.

 

 

Book 9
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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆☆
This is the ninth book in the series, and whilst I definitely would recommend that you read them in order, this is a lovely story which you could enjoy in its own right... and then go back and catch up!

Steele had been a happily married man, completely oblivious to how badly he was treating his wife, Ella, and daughter, Lucy, working and playing hard at hockey and thinking that providing financially was more important than being present. This is a misapprehension which is not unusual, it has to be said! But Ella had enough and asked him to move out, and now six months later she has had a date with another man. Steele is destroyed by this... because he still loves her, he just doesn't understand what he did wrong.

I loved his teammates supporting him to come to the realisation that he had to make some changes if he wanted his marriage to work. They are funny, but also genuinely care for him and his family. The mix of hockey and reuniting Steele and Ella is just right.

There are so many good bits to this book – and I have no intention of spoiling it for you – but it is one of those where once you have finished it, there are little incidents which you think back on and either sigh or smile. Rest assured that once Steele gets with what he has to do to, he is dedicated to showing Ella that he is serious when he says he loves her.

Thanks for another lovely read, Sawyer Bennett!


Mary – ☆☆☆☆
I absolutely love this series and each book seems to get better and better. We met Steele and Ella a few books back but only got a glimpse into their story. Too much hockey and not enough time spent with his family, made Ella feel like she was second.

As Steele realizes that he doesn't want to lose his wife or end his marriage, he has to figure out how to win Ella back. Loving Jim Steele has never been a problem for Ella, coming second to his hockey buddies has been the problem. She felt he didn't have time for his wife and daughter. But when she starts dating someone else, she realizes that she doesn't want someone else, she wants Steele.

Can Steele convince Ella that he can change? Will Ella give him another chance to save their marriage? Can he win her heart again?

Although this was not my favorite, I did love Jim and Ella's story – I can't resist a second chance romance. And when it comes to the Arizona Vengeance and Sawyer Bennett, I can't resist either of them. So sit back and enjoy it!


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Second-Chance Romance

Jim has always loved his family. He thought that they would always be there with him. When Jim found himself on the verge of divorce, but in a good place in his career, he wasn’t sure how he had gotten himself there. As he took time to self-reflect, he realized how selfish he’d been – how he had taken his family for granted.

Ella knew she loved Jim with all of her heart. She followed him when he went pro and thought that they would always be blissfully happy. When life started to get in the way of her happiness, she wasn’t sure how to tell Jim exactly what she needed or how to get it for herself. Ella made the incredibly difficult decision to ask Jim to move out. She was missing happiness in her life and she was determined to get it back. Ella deserved happiness in her life.

Jim and Ella’s journey was both a look back and forward to finding their happy place again. Can they truly overcome the years of neglect by Jim? While their physical relationship still burns up the sheets, it’s the in between moments that need fixing.

Lucy is a fireball of energy. She’s young enough to still be fairly innocent, but old enough to know what she wants and how to ask her parents for it. She is a sweet kid who makes this story even more family friendly.

I loved watching Jim learn how to be a single dad, how Ella’s internal struggle was laid bare, and I really enjoyed watching Lucy grow up a little.

You’ll love this family and the Arizona team all over again. They are truly a family and forgive fairly easily.

 

 

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Sawyer Bennett uses real life experience to create relatable stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From contemporary romance, fantasy romance, and both women’s and general fiction, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

A former trial lawyer from North Carolina, when she is not bringing fiction to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to her very adorable daughter, as well as full-time servant to her wonderfully naughty dogs..

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

Connect with Sawyer

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Facebook Group: Sawyer Bennett's Never Ending Party

 

 

Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Steele (Arizona Vengeance #9) by Sawyer Bennett to read and review for this tour. Mary received a free copy as part of the author’s ARC team.

Kane by Sawyer Bennett Release Blitz

Are you ready for Kane Bellan’s story?

I have a problem.

Potential problem?

I’m not really sure. Here’s the deal.

There’s this girl—isn’t that how it always starts?—and her name is Mollie. I like her. I mean really like her. I hope that doesn’t make me seem less manly than my professional hockey player persona implies. But here’s the issue—she’s my best friend. The one person I can count on for everything, who’s been there with me for all the moments, big and small.

When Mollie shows up at my door, travel weary and scared following an incident with an ex, my instinct to protect her goes into overdrive. It’s then that I know she’s more than just my best friend and the skates are swept out from under me when I find out she feels the same way.

Our transition from friends to lovers to potentially something more is seamless, the Arizona Vengeance is back on the ice looking for a repeat championship, and my life has never been better. Just when I think I’ve got it all figured out, the realities of us both having careers which keep us on the road put our blossoming relationship on ice.

It feels like the game just went into overtime and I’m on the verge of either the biggest win or most disappointing loss of my life. And losing is never an option.

The Arizona Vengeance series from New York Times bestselling author Sawyer Bennett can be read together or separately.

Don’t miss our reviews of the Arizona Vengeance series. Just click HERE.

 

 

Book 8
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Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Friends-to-lovers
Triggers: Click HERE to see Avid Reader’s review on Goodreads for trigger warnings.

Mollie is Kane's best friend. They've known each other for a decade and still talk almost every day. Despite Kane moving to Arizona to play, Mollie wandering for her job/life, they have stayed connected like best friends do.

Kane is gearing up for the new season and is surprised when Mollie shows up on his doorstep. While he would never turn her away, he knows that something is bothering her. He isn't going to pry but does want some answers. And while he's at it, he'll warn off all of his teammates because he knows they are going to want Mollie.

Mollie loves her life. She enjoys her vlogging and traveling. But when something sours her confidence, she turns to the one person she has been able to count on. Showing up at Kane's isn't unusual. She tries to see him as often as she can swing it. When she knows he won't take her "stopping by" or "getting tired" lines, she fesses up.

Kane wants to protect Mollie from her experience, but also knows just how strong she is. While they figure out whether or not they are what they need, they'll have some very sexy times. I loved their banter and relationship. Because it was based on friendship first, I thought that their connection was so much stronger.

I can't wait to see who gets the next story, as each couple has been amazing.


Mary Jo – ☆☆☆☆
I've been in a reading slump this year, but there's something about a Sawyer Bennett hockey romance that lifts my spirits. As soon as this book hit my Kindle, I put down whatever it was I was doing and started reading.

Kane has been working hard during the entire off season, determined that the upcoming season is going to be one of his best ever. What he doesn't expect is for his best friend to show up about six weeks ahead of schedule, clearly exhausted, and something on her mind.

Mollie and Kane have been friends since freshman year in college, having both attended college on the East Coast and both being SoCal transplants. Neither of them veered from the BFF path, except for that one time that they agreed was not to be repeated. What they didn't tell each other was that each was a little in love with the other.

Kane is glad that Mollie turned to him when she needed someone the most, and he's happy to provide her with a place to heal. What he doesn't expect is for one of his teammates to ask Mollie out. Or for Mollie to agree. Kane knows he's irrational when it comes to Mollie, but he can't help but want to take care of her and not let anyone else hurt her.

Mollie doesn't want her relationship with Kane to change. She doesn't want to lose her best friend because a sexual relationship that didn't work out. Kane's thought: What if it does work?

This book delivered in all the right places. There were appearances from characters in prior books and a new character introduced. I can't wait for the next book in the series.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the eighth book in the series – and I would definitely recommend that you read them in order... SO much goodness! We get to meet a lot of the previous couples in this book, so if you hate knowing pre-stories, then go back and start at book one, if not, then jump in and realise that you will want to go back later!

Kane is pretty new to Vengeance, but he is a good guy who is fitting in well, and whose knowledge of just what a great team and family he has joined. Then to add to his riches, his best friend Mollie turns up in need of his company after a nasty fright whilst on the road in her motorhome. She has spent the years since college travelling around the world with her dog, writing about her adventures. Currently, though, she is very glad to be with Kane... and somehow, their nearly perfect record of being only platonic friends suddenly takes an unexpected turn...

As we watch the two of them try and work out just what is going on, at the same time as enjoying catching up with the rest of the team, and a goodly amount of hockey. Perfect mix really for this very enjoyable and fun book.

If you love books set against the backdrop of the NHL, a friends-to-lovers story, and co-starring a lovely dog called Sampson... then this is written just for you!


Mary – ☆☆☆☆
I have loved every one of this series so far and I loved Kane and Mollie. It is not one of my favorites, I don't know what it is about it but I wasn't pulled into their story as I was the others.

Kane is part of the Arizona Vengeance and the next on the "who is going to fall in love" list. There is no list but with each book and each story, another team member falls in love. Kane has been in love with his best friend for the last ten years, but he doesn't know how to tell her how he feels because she is living her dream.

Mollie is a world traveler, she is a travel blogger living in her van with her dog. Enjoying life and loving it. Until her ex threatens her and she ends up on her best friend's doorstep. It is funny when Kane tells her how he feels because she feels the same way.

Can they catch her ex before he comes after her again? Is there a chance for her and Kane to have a future together? Will their careers end things before they really begin?

As I said, I loved this story, but it is not one of my favorites. You still have Kane's teammates and some hockey games, but it seemed to have the usual Vengeance vigor missing, for me at least. Anyway, I hope you read this one and fall in love with Kane and Mollie.

 

 

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Sawyer Bennett uses real life experience to create relatable stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From contemporary romance, fantasy romance, and both women’s and general fiction, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

A former trial lawyer from North Carolina, when she is not bringing fiction to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to her very adorable daughter, as well as full-time servant to her wonderfully naughty dogs..

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

Connect with Sawyer

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
Sawyer Bennett's Never Ending Party Facebook Group

 

 

 

Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Zane (Arizona Vengeance #8) by Sawyer Bennett to read and review for this tour. Mary received a free copy as part of the author’s ARC team.

Wylde by Sawyer Bennett Release Blitz

There’s a reason they call me Wylde and it’s not just because it’s my last name.

I might be one of the newest players on the Arizona Vengeance team, but I’m no stranger to the celebrity that goes along with being a professional hockey player. Whether it’s a fan seeking an autograph or a puck bunny looking for more, I’ve grown used to the attention. I not only thrive on it; I use it to my advantage. Let’s just say my bed is rarely empty.

When a quirky redhead at the local bookstore stops me dead in my tracks, I decide to pop in and turn on the trusty Wylde magic. As smart and strong-willed as she is beautiful, Clarke Webber isn’t swayed by my witty banter or charming good looks. And when she realizes who I am and the fame that comes along with it, she likes me even less. Thankfully, I’m always up for a challenge. The more I get to know about her, the more I know my playboy days are behind me.

If I’m going to capture Clarke’s heart, it’s time to be a lot less Wylde, and a lot more Aaron.

The Arizona Vengeance series from New York Times bestselling author Sawyer Bennett can be read together or separately.

Book 7
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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Mary – ☆☆☆☆☆
Aaron Wylde is the playboy of the team. With all his teammates pairing up or getting married, he is happy being single. Besides, he doesn't have trouble getting a date. He is used to the attention his job brings and he enjoys every minute of it.

Clarke Webber owns a bookstore and shies away from the limelight. She has been burned by it before and doesn't seek it out. When the good-looking man walks into her store looking for a wedding gift, she automatically sees him as a wannabe jock, he has the jock complex down anyway.

While Aaron stumbles trying to ask Clarke out, she tries to get him out of her store. What will she do when she realizes who he is? What will Aaron do when he learns about her fears? Can they work around his celebrity to be together? Will Clarke be the end of Aaron's wild ways?

I loved this story but not as much as most others. It was filled with pain from both Clarke and Aaron's past, a connection between them that could not be denied, and love to last forever. And there is so much going on with Aaron's teammates that you will be laughing and crying. Author Sawyer Bennett has figured out how to write the perfect hockey teammates and the women who love them. If you haven't read this author yet, you should. I recommend any of her books.


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Romance

Clarke is a quirky, fun, strong woman who is going after what she wants. Despite having a past that haunts her, she is doing her best to put it behind her and let her friends and family heal her broken heart. You might find that she's a little standoffish at the beginning, but stick with her and you'll get to see a lot of growth.

Aaron Wylde is known to never really have a long-term relationship. He isn't afraid of them, just hasn't had one. Now that he's getting older, he realizes that he might want more than just the occasional puck bunny. When he sees Clarke, he's instantly taken with her appearance. Once he talks with her, she intrigues him even more.

These two find themselves dancing around each other, but with an unbelievable attraction. I loved how thoughtful Wylde was and his kind heart. Clarke, while a little stubborn, learned that not all celebrities were horrible and sometimes, they were just down right yummy. You can very much picture their courtship among Aaron's friends.

This is a quick, feel good romance. You won't be disappointed.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the seventh book in the series and whilst you could, of course, read it as a first entry point, I would definitely recommend that you start at the beginning as you will get all the goodness, which is well worth while. You could go back afterwards but would obviously know how the earlier couplings play out by then.

Aaron Wylde joined Vengeance to enable Rafe (book 6.5) to get back to be with his dying father. He knows many of the Vengeance players, and counts Tacker as his best friend, so he is not disappointed at the move. As soon as he arrives he gets invited to a slew of weddings too – as his friends are all settling down, whilst he is very happy being as wild as his name!

Fast forward to a run round the town, where he spies a beauty in a book store... and the rest is, in a way, history. But Clarke Webber is not his usual potential conquest, in fact she doesn't even know who he is! I really enjoyed this starting point and how Clarke was subsumed into the Vengeance family, but is still uncertain of how things could possibly work.

There is a lot of wonderful Vengeance family in this book, as they all meet up again and again, as Clarke gets used to Aaron and his ways. It was lovely to catch them in the off season, so that they have more down time. I very much enjoyed this latest installment; I’m already impatient for the next one!

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Since the release of her debut contemporary romance novel, Off Sides, in January 2013, Sawyer Bennett has released multiple books, many of which have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists.

A reformed trial lawyer from North Carolina, Sawyer uses real-life experience to create relatable, sexy stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From new adult to erotic contemporary romance, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

Sawyer likes her Bloody Marys strong, her martinis dirty, and her heroes a combination of the two. When not bringing fictional romance to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to a very active daughter, as well as a full-time servant to her adorably naughty dogs. She believes in the good of others, and that a bad day can be cured with a great workout, cake, or even better, both.

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Wylde (Arizona Vengeance #7) by Sawyer Bennett to read and review for this tour. Mary received a free copy as part of the author’s ARC team.

Rafe by Sawyer Bennett Blog Tour

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Sawyer Bennett comes a new story in her Arizona Vengeance series…

I was living my dream until one phone call changed everything.

As the second line center for the Arizona Vengeance, my mind has been on one thing—helping my team bring home a championship. But that all changed when I found out my dad had cancer and only months to live. In that moment, nothing mattered more than getting home to North Carolina to be by his side. That meant asking for the unthinkable—a trade to the Carolina Cold Fury.

Now I’m home and when I’m not on the ice with my new team, I’m helping care for my dad. And in the midst of my grief, I find comfort from the one person I never expected.

Calliope Ramirez stole my heart at a very young age. The beautiful, smart, headstrong girl next door, she was my first… everything. She has never forgiven me for leaving her, believing that I chose hockey over a future together. What she doesn’t understand is that every decision I made was for her, and I’ve never given up hope that one day we’d be together again.

Watching my dad slip away is a harsh reminder of how short life can be, and having Callie by my side makes me realize I was a damn fool before. That changes starting right now. Calliope Ramirez is mine and I’m not going to waste the second chance that I’ve been given.

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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Mary – ☆☆☆☆☆
Rafe is part of the new hockey team, the Arizona Vengeance. When he gets a call from home that his dad only had a few months to live; cancer sucks and it affects everyone close to the patient.

When Rafe goes to talk to the Vengeance owner, Dominik Carlson (who is yummy and you need to read his story if you haven't, sorry I love Dominik), about needing to go home. Dominik does all he can to get Rafe home, even trading him with one member of the Carolina Cold Fury.

Now that Rafe is home, he is picked up at the airport by Calliope Ramirez, the girl who stole his heart at a young age and they were going to live happily ever after. That is, until Rafe decided to leave her behind when he got drafted.

Calliope is not happy to see Rafe, she has to deal with all the old feelings coming back. But she will be there to help him deal with losing his dad in any way she can.

Can Rafe make Calliope understand why he left her when he was drafted? Will she forgive him, and they move on? Can they act on these old feelings and make a future together?

I love everything about the Arizona Vengeance series and this one will break your heart, but the ending is perfect. So sit back and enjoy this quick read from author Sawyer Bennet because Aaron Wylde is next.


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
M/F Second-Chance Romance

Rafe is heading home, but not for a particularly good reason. With his dad dying, Rafe asked to be moved to a different team so that he could spend as much time with his dad as possible.

Calliope loves Rafe's parents. Despite her relationship with Rafe, she has never let it get in the way of her relationship with his parents.

Rafe knows that he made a mistake when he left Calliope, but he isn't quite sure how to make amends. With his life being rearranged, Rafe knows that he wants to show Calliope how much she means to him and that he'll never hurt her again.

This is a quick read that really shows that sometimes, love really does allow someone to overlook a past flub. It was sweet and fun, but had real life moments too. I love these hockey players and can't wait to see more.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This could definitely be read as a standalone – as all in the 1001 Nights series – but if it is your first Arizona Vengeance, or Cold Fury story, I do hope that you go back and enjoy catching up on this highly enjoyable hockey world created by Sawyer Bennett. I can tell you that it is absolutely a worthwhile endeavour!

If you have read Dominik – the book which precedes this one – then you will know that Rafe has given up his spot in the Arizona line up to transfer to Cold Fury and finish off the season staying with his parents. His father is very sick with terminal cancer and does not have long. Here we catch up with him on his return and although he slots into the Fury team very quickly, facing life back home is tough. His father, who always worked hard and spent little time with his son, is now a shadow of his former self, and Rafe has to understand how to best use this time with him. His childhood best friend and ex-girlfriend, Calliope, whom he left behind when his career started, has the knowledge he needs, as a nurse, but the situation between them is tense.

As Rafe and Calliope spend time together, he finally acknowledges just how wrong he was to end it with her, but he had a reason he believed to be good. It is lovely to see that there is hope there, as the situation with his father is inevitably not good. It is beautifully written – it was a two-tissue element for me, so expect a tear or two.

There is a wonderful mix of hockey, romance, and family here – it gives us a good story within a shortish timeline, but the history between Calliope and Rafe makes it believable, and most definitely very emotional. That said, I would have clouted Rafe right at the end if I had been her... you will see what I mean!


Mary Jo – ☆☆☆☆
Rafe's life is turned upside down when he gets a phone call from his parents telling him his father has cancer and doesn't have long to live. He needs to go home to be with his father and his team, the Arizona Vengeance, makes it happen. Being traded to the Carolina Cold Fury, he gets to continue to live his hockey dream while spending time with his family and his first love, Calliope.

He left Calliope eight years ago because he didn't want her to give up her dreams so that he could follow his. Now he realizes what a mistake it was to make the decision for the both of them rather than talk it out.

This is a nice second-chance romance story which combines heartache and heartfelt emotion.

Since the release of her debut contemporary romance novel, Off Sides, in January 2013, Sawyer Bennett has released multiple books, many of which have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists.

A reformed trial lawyer from North Carolina, Sawyer uses real-life experience to create relatable, sexy stories that appeal to a wide array of readers. From new adult to erotic contemporary romance, Sawyer writes something for just about everyone.

Sawyer likes her Bloody Marys strong, her martinis dirty, and her heroes a combination of the two. When not bringing fictional romance to life, Sawyer is a chauffeur, stylist, chef, maid, and personal assistant to a very active daughter, as well as a full-time servant to her adorably naughty dogs. She believes in the good of others, and that a bad day can be cured with a great workout, cake, or even better, both.

Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.

Connect with Sawyer

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
Sawyer Bennett's Never Ending Party Facebook Group

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