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Book Riot, "25 of the Best Romance Books for Summer 2023"
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She Reads, "Most Anticipated Romances of Summer 2023"
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I adore Jodie Slaughter’s books and writing style so this had to make the list.
— CULTURESS, "15 anticipated romance books to add to your 2023 TBR"
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Slaughter’s exploration of the importance of communication and self-healing, and thoughtful consideration of the socioeconomic pressures on Black families will resonate. Devoted series fans will find plenty to enjoy.
— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
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A steamy Southern romance. Bet On It might just be the sexiest book about bingo ever.
— PEOPLE
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An emotional sucker punch mixed with a nuanced and tender modern romance.
— KIRKUS REVIEWS
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[A] beautiful romcom that handles anxiety with care.
— BOOK RIOT, "24 Black Romance Books to Add to Your TBR List In 2022"
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An excellent read full of heart, sass, and steam that’s perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Jasmine Guillory.
— LIBRARY JOURNAL
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"This sexy, warmhearted rom-com [is] a fun but thoughtful gem.
— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
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Engaging and warm and a salve to anyone who has spent the summer in the South, trying to figure out how to fill the quiet summer nights.
— THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
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A delight.
— USA TODAY, "July's best rom-com books"
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A fun romance with a big heart, Bet on It is a winner.
— SHELF AWARENESS
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While you'll find a steamy romance within the pages, I enjoyed the tender handling of mental health struggles from both Aja and Walker's perspectives.
— BUZZFEED
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Romance author Slaughter provides plenty of humor to prevent the serious challenges her protagonists grapple with from overwhelming the appealing love story. Their struggles are realistic, adding a layer of depth to a memorable story.
— BOOKLIST
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I had to include a Jodie Slaughter book on this list. Whenever she releases a new book, I cannot help but love it. I've read almost all of her books, and each day my love for her stories and writing continues to grow.
— BUZZFEED, "I've Read Hundreds Of Romance Novels, And These 35 Are My Absolute Favorites"
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Bet on It reads like the first rays of sun on your face after a long winter. I loved Aja and Walker's story about two genuinely good people who are playful and sweet to each other, helping one another heal, while also having incredibly hot sex. With standout portrayals of beautiful, generous friendships in addition to the love story, this is a book to be savored.
— Rosie Danan, author of The Intimacy Experiment and The Roommate
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"Jodie Slaughter is must-buy author, and Bet on It is a perfect example of what makes her writing delicious. Aja and Walker’s story is hot, sweet, and utterly unique, with a rock-solid emotional core.
— Talia Hibbert, New York Times bestselling author of Act Your Age, Eve Brown
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This is a book where heat builds slowly but intensely, featuring an emotionally mature couple who don’t let their fears keep them from exploring a romance. I was pleasantly surprised to be sucked into the book, and weeks later, I’m still thinking about my favorite chapters.
— Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
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White Whiskey Bargain brought a new light to my life and showed me the things that really mattered. It’s also really romantic and it has an “only one bed” trope that made me weak in the knees!
— FrolicPraise for To Be Alone With You:
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The yearning in this novel is so real. I absolutely adored every second I was reading it.
— Frolic
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"To Be Alone With You packs quite the punch. It's intense, emotional, and I could drown in Jodie Slaughter's writing forever!
— The Infinite Limits of Love