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Healing Hearts - Tour and Giveaway

6/22/2021

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Healing Hearts
Hearts of Watercress Falls Book 1
by Aria Bliss
Genre: Steamy Contemporary Romance 

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Two broken hearts.
A pain so strong it’s embedded in their bones.
And an unspoken attraction they can’t ignore.

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Two years ago, a tragic accident left Camille heartbroken, alone, and stuck with the one label she never wanted in life--Widow.  
In need of a major life change, she leaves her Savannah, Georgia home for the Rocky Mountains in northern Montana. She needs more than a distraction to take her mind off all she’s lost. She needs a new life, a new home, and a new beginning.
A mountain chalet, with amazing views of the Rockies, is exactly what she needs to refocus her life and her writing career. Just like her life, the chalet needs a major renovation, but that’s fine by her. The hard work will do her good.
She carefully planned out every detail of her move—the location, the design for the renovation, incorporating her writing career into her new home, and connecting with the local community. But the one thing she didn’t plan for was Adam.

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When Adam decided to leave his promising Chicago career behind and move home to be closer to his family, he never expected to end up divorced in the process. His ex-wife said she supported his decision and wanted the same life he dreamed of having—a simple, small town life with lots of kids.
But she lied.
Fifteen years later, and he still struggles to find success as an architect in the small mountain town he calls home. It’s been even harder to find a life partner to share that life with. But it’s a life he loves despite living it alone.
His career starts to look up when an old client from Chicago invites him to bid on a mountain resort concept at the same time someone hires him to renovate a historic chalet. With these two projects on his portfolio, his career success would be secured.
But when chemistry sparks between him and the beautiful, smart woman who bought the chalet, a lot more than his career starts to improve.

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In this heartfelt, second chance romance, Camille falls hard for Adam, the man she hired to renovate her new home. Can she allow her broken heart to heal and accept the love he willingly offers? Or will she close herself off and doom herself to a lifetime of loneliness and pain?

Healing Hearts is a steamy STANDALONE romance filled with lust, language, and love with a HEA ending!


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Meet Cute

I step outside and turn toward my truck. I don’t make it two steps before someone crashes into me, knocking the box of croissants out of one hand and spilling my hot coffee on the other. The box flies into the air, and a pair of delicate hands swoops in and catches it before falling into my arms. My free hand instinctively wraps around her small frame and holds her tight to my chest.
“Oh, shit, sorry.” I shift my eyes toward the soft apologetic voice that has me momentarily paralyzed. The palest blue eyes I’ve ever seen stare up at me. They glisten like the color of thick ice after a hard freeze. Shimmery silver streaks frame her otherwise dark brown hair around her face and lighten her blue eyes even more. Despite the silver-gray hair, her skin is smooth aside from the faint creases around her smiling mouth. My chin brushes across the top of her head as I balance her in my arms.
I hold my gaze on her. The sparkle in her eyes fades, and the pale blue color shifts to a dark gray. She closes her eyes as her cheeks turn a bright shade of pink.
“You okay?” My voice comes out low and rough. She presses her free hand against my chest and I tremble. Holy hell. I silently beg for her to open her eyes again so I can study her icy blue stare.
My head drops closer to hers as I breathe in her scent of vanilla and spice. Damn. She smells like a cookie. I try to open my mouth to speak but the words catch in my throat. Nothing more than a faint grumble escapes.
“I’m so sorry.” She pulls back and smiles up at me. Her slight southern accent tells me she’s not from around here. “I’m such a klutz.”
“It’s fine.” I smile in return and release her from my protective grip. My stomach tightens, and my mouth runs dry.
I know everyone within a fifty-mile radius and have never seen her before. Dressed in a sleek, fitted lavender peacoat, black silk scarf, and ivory dress pants, she looks too elegant for this rugged country town. Even her boots look fancy compared to the worn leather cowboy boots most people around here wear.
She must be a tourist. There’s no way someone as stunning as her could hide from the local gossip committee. Although, being early March, it’s too early in the season for tourists to arrive.
I shake the coffee off my hand, grateful for the frigid wind cooling the hot liquid before it can leave a burn. “Looks like you saved my pastries. That’s all that really matters.”
“Well, that’s good, ‘cause I’m pretty sure I elbowed you in the gut.” She lets out a soft laugh and the sparkle returns to her eyes.
“Did you?” While I didn’t feel her physically hit me, her laugh does.
She steps back, and I can see her full frame. Her long, mostly dark hair hangs to her elbows. The light breeze blows her hair around her body and into a soft hug. She looks young despite the silver streaks in her hair, but something in her eyes tells me she’s already lived a full life and is closer to my age. Her long peacoat hugs her figure, revealing just enough of her sensual curves to remind me I’m still a man with needs. I swallow hard, trying to regain my crumbling composure.
“I didn’t feel it,” I finally manage to say.
“Regardless, I’m sorry.” She hands me the box of pastries she gracefully saved before falling into my arms. The tip of my finger brushes across her hand as I take the box. A shock shoots through my body, and the faintest gasp escapes her lips. She felt it, too. “And I spilled your coffee. I hope it didn’t burn you.”
“It's fine. No need to apologize” A strand of silver hair catches on her lip, and I fight the urge to brush it away. “I think you’ve said sorry three times now. I’m gonna live.”
“Sorry.” She cringes and lifts her hands in defeat. “I can’t help it. I’ve always been overly apologetic. It’s a problem.”
“Yeah, don’t do that.” My smile grows and takes over my entire face. I need to get going before I’m late, but I can’t move. Instead, I stare at her like some crazed fool caught in a trance. “Now you’re apologizing for being you. That’s even worse.”
“If you spent your life knocking into every stranger you don’t see, you’d apologize all the time, too.” She laughs—a light playful chuckle—indicating she’s used to poking fun at herself and others. This woman knows how to have fun, I can tell. “Especially if it results in an attack on pastries and coffee. That’s just wrong.”
“In that case, I concede.” I look down at my now half empty to-go cup before I toss her a crooked smile. “Rachel’s coffee is the best and spilling it on the ground should be a crime.”
“In that case, let me get you a fresh cup. I was headed there anyway.” She holds her playful grin and points to Sweet Cakes. “I’m in desperate need of coffee. That’s where you got yours, right? I hope it lives up to your hype.”
“Don’t sweat it. I’ve already had my fair share for the day. I gotta run anyway, or I’m going to be late.” I reach behind her and open the door. “But you should get her coffee. My hype is spot on.”
“Thanks.” Her smile warms every frozen inch of my body, and I no longer feel the chill in the air.
She waves as she walks into the shop, leaving me to stare. Something about this woman leaves me feeling warm and fuzzy inside. She leaves me wanting more. The last time a woman had such an effect on me was in college when I met my ex-wife, Irene. It had been love at first sight. Or so I thought. Irene instantly stole my heart and later crushed it into a thousand pieces.
The divorce had been so bad, I still struggle to find all the pieces of my shattered heart. It’s hard to believe fifteen years have passed since Irene left. It feels like an eternity, and yet the pain from her betrayal still stings. She did a number on me.
My gaze wanders back to Sweet Cakes, still thinking about the stranger who just entered the shop. I’ve had my fair share of flings since Irene, but nothing serious, and no one caused my body to physically react with nothing more than a brief touch. But that pale-blue-eyed beauty lit me up inside.
It was hard enough meeting a good woman when I was young, but I’m approaching fifty, and it’s not like there’s an endless supply of available women close to my age around here. At least none that I’ve made a connection with. The younger ladies hit on me all the time when I meet my buddies for drinks. Personally, I don’t understand why. I’m almost old enough to be their father. My good friend and local cattle rancher, Wyatt Strong, says age has nothing to do with it. According to him, I’m the quiet brooding type that women love. Whatever the hell that means. I’m not quiet and I don’t brood.
I check the time as I slide into my truck. I have just enough time to head to the office to grab my notebook and files before heading to the chalet. If all goes well, I’ll be signing a new client today.  

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Aria Bliss is the pen name of an award-winning and bestselling author. Aria writes steamy contemporary romance novels, novellas, and short stories. Her female leads are sassy and strong with a lot of spunk and drive for success. Their sensitive alpha male counterparts better be up to the challenge if they want to win their hearts. In Aria’s first series, An After-hours Affair Collection, the career-focused women of New York City are drawn to a hot co-worker, business partner, or client that teaches them there’s always time for a little romance. Her first book in the After-hours Affair collection, In Charge, was published in July 2020. Future projects include Montana cowboys, small-town nerdy girls, and secluded coastal retreats.


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54 Comments
Bernie Wallace
6/22/2021 05:25:43 am

How long did it take you to write your book?

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Aria Bliss link
6/22/2021 08:17:22 am

Hey Bernie, I actually started this book series just before the pandemic hit. I took a break from it for about a year to work on other projects I needed to finish, but Healing Hearts became my focus at the start of 2021. Ignoring all the time I thought about this book, I'd say total planning and writing time took about three months. :)

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Jon Heil
6/22/2021 07:45:49 am

Yup, the animals will always make things better!

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Aria Bliss link
6/22/2021 08:18:07 am

Can't argue with you there! ;)

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Kelly D
6/22/2021 08:20:52 am

The book sounds great, especially the characters.

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Aria Bliss link
7/4/2021 08:00:51 am

Thanks, I hope you decide to give it a read!

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Shirley Ann Speakman
6/22/2021 08:21:34 am

I enjoyed the excerpt the book sounds really good.

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Aria Bliss link
7/4/2021 08:01:24 am

Thanks so much, I hope you decide to give it a read!

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Kari B
6/22/2021 08:38:01 am

Sounds like a heartwarming romance with a beautiful backdrop.

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Aria Bliss link
7/4/2021 08:02:13 am

I had so much fun writing this stories setting! I hope you decide to give it a read.

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Rita Wray
6/22/2021 09:56:50 am

I like the excerpt and cover.

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Aria Bliss link
7/4/2021 08:02:32 am

Thanks!

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David Hollingsworth
6/22/2021 12:08:55 pm

Sounds like a very moving and heartrending story.

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Beyond Comps
6/22/2021 12:57:23 pm

Great cover!

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Marcy Meyer
6/22/2021 12:59:31 pm

Great cover. Looks good

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beth shepherd
6/22/2021 01:03:44 pm

This looks like a great read. Thank you

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wendy hutton
6/22/2021 01:12:16 pm

this sounds like a great book, thanks

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Wendy Jensen
6/22/2021 01:20:04 pm

The book details sound like a great romance.

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kelly tupick
6/22/2021 01:51:44 pm

The book sounds interesting, thanks.

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Susan Smith
6/22/2021 02:10:41 pm

Sounds like a great book. I like the cover and excerpt.

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Abigail Gibson
6/22/2021 02:25:55 pm

thank you for a chance to win!

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Debbie P
6/22/2021 03:15:10 pm

This sounds like a great story. I'm looking really forward to reading it!

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Amy F
6/22/2021 04:28:18 pm

Sounds like a great romance read!

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Sherry
6/22/2021 04:34:18 pm

I love the cover and the excerpt sounds so good..

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David Basile
6/22/2021 07:11:26 pm

Sounds like a good book

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bn100
6/22/2021 07:15:32 pm

sounds interesting

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Serge B
6/23/2021 05:00:40 am

I enjoyed the excerpt, sounds good

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Michele Soyer
6/23/2021 06:44:25 am

Love that cover, good choice. Best of luck with the tour.

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Cynthia C
6/23/2021 11:01:19 am

The excerpt is interesting. Thank you for sharing it.

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Paige Chandler
6/23/2021 01:12:10 pm

Looks like a fun and sexy read. Good work.

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Barbara Montag
6/23/2021 02:48:12 pm

Nothing like a great romance to treat myself!
Thank you for sharing the review.

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Debbi Wellenstein
6/23/2021 02:58:50 pm

I enjoyed the excerpt. Thank you for the giveaway!

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Ann Fantom
6/23/2021 05:03:50 pm

This sounds like an interesting book and I also like the cover.

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Mary Cloud
6/23/2021 06:28:00 pm

Sounds interesting - thanks for sharing

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Tracie Cooper
6/23/2021 09:16:04 pm

What a great cover!

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Victoria Alexander
6/23/2021 09:42:24 pm

Thanks for sharing!

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David Hollingsworth
6/24/2021 12:09:46 am

This looks like a really solid page turner!

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Bea LaRocca
6/24/2021 05:57:10 pm

I love the cover, synopsis and excerpt, this is a must read for me. Thank you for sharing your book and author details and for offering a giveaway, I am looking forward to reading your story

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Aria Bliss link
7/4/2021 08:03:42 am

Aww, thanks! I hope you enjoy it.

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Stephanie Liske
6/26/2021 01:41:09 am

I like the book details.

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Julie Lundstrom
6/26/2021 11:53:31 am

I like the cover of this book and would love to read this.

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Judy Thomas
6/28/2021 05:35:49 am

It sounds like an emotional read.

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Peggy Salkill
6/29/2021 09:20:21 am

Nice cover!

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aaron r
7/4/2021 10:58:31 am

Great looking cover it's nice to read about summer romance and hope that everyone is good and well.

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Ellie Wright
7/10/2021 03:00:37 pm

Sounds like a great book. I'm looking forward to reading it.

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Ally Gibson
7/13/2021 06:59:31 pm

I enjoyed reading the excerpt and am looking forward to reading the rest of the book.

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Thomas Gibson
7/14/2021 12:25:37 am

Love the cover and the excerpt sounds amazing.

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Daniel M
7/21/2021 12:06:58 pm

like the cover

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Sarah L
7/21/2021 11:01:22 pm

Looks like an interesting book.
Thanks for the contest. 

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Renata
7/22/2021 12:15:22 am

Sounds good !

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jose rosado
7/22/2021 04:04:52 pm

What do you think of the book details? Do you have any questions for the author?


A very good blurb

THX

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latisha depoortere
7/22/2021 06:30:19 pm

Thank you so much for sharing!

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Leigh Nichols
7/22/2021 10:11:28 pm

I don't get to read many books written from a romantic male perspective- this looks interesting

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Sand
7/22/2021 10:32:14 pm

Sounds like a great book!

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