Cedar Hill has a new look!

Surprise! My Cedar Hill Duet has a brand new look!

Graphic featuring the updated Cedar Hill duet covers. Captivated by Her appears on the left with a lighthouse and stormy sky background. Addicted to Her appears on the right with a city skyline background. Center text reads: “NEW LOOK!” on a light panel against a dark floral backdrop.

I recently refreshed the covers for Captivated by Her and Addicted to Her and I’m so happy with how they turned out! These stories are so close to my heart since they were the first books I published when I started my pen name, and it felt like the perfect time to give them covers that better reflect the characters and the world inside the books.

The insides also got a light polish to reflect the changes on the outside, so if you’ve read them before, nothing has changed except some cleanup edits and polishing. If you’re new to Cedar Hill, now is a great time to meet Rick and Devyn and Beau and Talia!

I want to do something special to celebrate, so watch this space for updates!

Thank you all who have read them and supported me! I appreciate all of you! ☺️

You can find both books now on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, and Paperback!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B1PV65WD

Wicked Games ARC Copies Have Been Claimed! ♥️

handsome man with scruff looking a the camera leaning on a railing. the text says. all arcs have been claimed!  thank you!  graphic is in black and white.

It is so lovely to say that all ARC copies for Wicked Games have now been claimed, and I wanted to say thank you for the incredible support and excitement for this release! ♥️☺️

Every time I put out a new book, there’s a crazy mix of nerves and anticipation, so seeing readers eager to dive into Seth and Avery’s story means so much to me.

If you missed the ARC, Wicked Games releases May 15th on Kindle, Kindle Unlimited, and in paperback.

Thank you for cheering me on—I can’t wait to hear what you think!

As for what I’m going to do now . . . I’m going to take a couple weeks off to relax, do some spring cleaning around my apartment, do some admin work that has crept up on me, and get my notes together for my next two books. Last summer–time goes by so fast–I teased a hockey book, which has turned into a duet, and I am so excited to start working on them!

So things may feel quiet around here, but I’ll be busy! Bookmark this blog or sign up for updates to hear about my dark and gritty hockey duet that will be coming 2027!

As always, My Biggest Mistake is still free. You can down load it here: https://BookHip.com/CMSVSNK

handsome man wearing black suit gold watch on his wrist.  text reads:
I kneel in front of her and clasp her cold, quaking hands in mine. “You don’t have to stay. Or you can stay, and we’ll sleep. When I looked for you, that was some scary shit, Allegra. I didn’t know where you were, and when I found you, I almost lost it. I asked you to come here because I couldn’t let you go to your cabin alone, but that doesn’t mean we have to do anything in mine.”

      “How did you find me?”

      I pause and decide to tell her the truth. “I followed my heart.”

My Biggest Mistake by VM Rheault

Thank you all and I hope you’re having a wonderful spring so far! 🌸🌺🐇

Wicked Games ARCs are now available!

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picture of book cover on tablet

text says. arcs are available. now through april 19th

I have been working so hard this week to get everything ready, and I have some exciting news—digital ARCs for Wicked Games are now available!

I went back and forth on doing this again. Last September, a lot of readers downloaded an ARC of Loss and Damages . . . but not many reviewed. That always breaks my heart because authors see a lot of interest, and then when release week comes, nothing happens. And I understand. There are a lot of books out there. My Kindle is bursting too.

I still believe in giving ARCs in good faith, so I’m trying again, but I am asking that if you aren’t going to read and review, then please don’t take a review copy.

If you enjoy billionaire, small-town romantic suspense, this might be for you. It’s a standalone at 322 paperback pages. A little steamy, angsty, and no third-act breakup (though there is forced separation).

ARCs will be available through April 19th, with a May 15th release. Wicked Games will be available on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, and Paperback.

If you download, I’d really appreciate an honest review on Amazon and/or Goodreads when the book goes live. Please don’t use AI to write your review. I want to know what you think of the book!

https://BookHip.com/GAMSRCS

Thank you for giving Seth and Avery a chance. They deserve all the good things! ♥️

Hello Spring! What I’ve been working on.

Hello, hello! 🌸

It’s the first day of spring, and here in my part of Minnesota, it actually feels like it. We don’t have much snow left, and everything looks a little… dull right now. Brown grass, all the garbage the snow was hiding suddenly in plain sight, mud everywhere—it’s kind of a gloomy vibe, especially on cloudy days.

But the weather is warming up, the sun will dry everything out, and pretty soon the trees will start getting their leaves again.

I like fall best, but there’s something about a new season that feels like a fresh start. You just never know what life has in store.

I should be getting my final proof of WICKED GAMES today! 👀 I made a few small tweaks to the formatting (including a blog post and an interview!) and adjusted the cover just a bit. Once everything looks good, I’ll be ordering paperback ARC copies. 📚

I’m really excited about that since it’s something I’ve never done before. I’ll still offer ebooks like I usually do, but sending out a few paperback ARCs feels like something special. I’m so proud of how this book turned out, and I can’t wait for you all to see it.

While I’ve been waiting, I’ve been re-editing my Cedar Hill Duet. I love those characters so much, and they deserve this glow-up. New edits, new covers… yep. They deserve it.

And of course, I have a new story rattling around in my brain. Beckett and Sloane won’t leave me alone—in the best way possible. I teased their story a while back (like… last year 😅), so it’ll be nice to finally “skate” into the world of hockey. 🏒

Have a great first day of spring, and keep an eye out for WICKED GAMES ARCs soon! ♥️

A Valentine’s Day note–and a small teaser! ♥️

Happy Valentine’s Day!
I hope you’re all able to relax a little and spend some quality time with your loved ones this weekend! I’m not doing too much . . . working my day job and then the kids wanted to order calzones for dinner. That saves me from having to cook, so that sounded perfect to me!

I’m excited to start teasing the cover for Wicked Games! I’m currently working on getting the ARCs ready, and I’ll share more details here when they’re available. Wicked Games will be releasing in May, so mark your calendars, subscribe to the blog, and follow me on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/VM-Rheault/author/B0B1QSXVK4

Foggy Minnesota lakeshore with tall grass. Text reads: “Wicked Games — May 15, 2026. Two broken hearts. One small Minnesota town. Too many secrets to count.” Partial book cover visible.

Wicked Games is a standalone steamy romantic suspense that includes:

*Billionaire/Grieving Hero
*Small Town
*Romantic Suspense
*Finding Love after Loss
*Fast-Burn Romance/Instalove
*Strangers to Lovers
*Forced Separation
*No 3rd Act Breakup

Whether you’re spending today with someone you love, enjoying some quiet time, or somewhere in between, I hope you’re able to take a moment for yourself this weekend. I’ll be back soon with more Wicked Games updates.

And I can’t forget to show off Pim! I think she matches Wicked Games’ cover!

black and white photo of a tuxedo cat lying on grey bedsheets. (I have no idea why I turned it black and white. it already was!)

Thanks for reading! Have an amazing rest of your weekend!

Vania

Free Romance Alert: His Frozen Heart!

Hey friends! 🎄 I hope you survived the Christmas craziness and that you’re able to relax this weekend!

Just a quick heads-up—His Frozen Heart (A Rocky Point Wedding, Book 1) is FREE on Kindle today, December 27th, and tomorrow, December 28th.

If you’re looking for a steamy little escape in a small Minnesota town where everyone knows your business and the temperatures will give you frostbite, this is the perfect time to grab it. Four books in the completed series will keep you turning pages well into the new year! 📚✨

snowy woods background.  book cover of HIs Frozen Heart. Text reads:
Mitch has given up on love . . . until he meets her. Burned in a horrific accident, he never believed he could find a woman who would see past his scars. 

Callie hides a dangerous secret, and when their relationship turns too hot to handle, she'll have to decide if Mitch is worth getting burned.

All the books in the series are available on Kindle, in Kindle Unlimited, and Paperback and you can find them here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D91D7RZ


We had a lovely Christmas, and I hope you did too. Everyone got a little something they wanted, and we bought Pim a set of catnip-filled mice. We ended up having to take all the garland off the tree because she was eating it like spaghetti, but luckily we caught her in enough time she didn’t get sick. We’ll have to remember for next year to keep our decorations to a minimum.

tuxedo cat lying on the floor with a yellow mouse

Happy New Year! I hope you all have an amazing 2026! 🎉 🥳 🎆

Vania

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Fall Reads & Road Trips: October Update 🍂

Happy October! There’s been a lot going on in my corner of the world and I thought I would pop into your inbox and say hey!

Last Sunday my sister, daughter, and I went on our yearly road trip to Maplewood State Park near Pelican Rapids, Minnesota. It was a lovely drive and the temperatures were just right. The trip actually did double duty, though I didn’t know at the time. One, to get out of the city to look at the leaves as it’s peak leaf-viewing season here, but two, driving through Pelican Rapids was something I needed but didn’t know I needed until I did it, if that makes sense. I’m working on a new book right now and it’s set in a small, northern Minnesota town. The vibes of Pelican Rapids fit just right. The quiet Main Street, the schools, the tiny fire department. It will be a perfect backdrop for my angsty contemporary romance. They also had a giant pelican statue (his name is Pete) that probably won’t make it into my book, but he was fun to look at just the same.

picture of a pelican--white body, orange beak. standing on a type of fenced overlook. blue sky and a bridge in the background

Loss and Damages has been out for three weeks, and the launch has been great! I’ve been getting really lovely feedback from all who have read it so far. If you grabbed an ARC, now would be the perfect time to leave a review. I appreciate your time and willingness to share! 💕

You can find it here:

https://www.amazon.com/Loss-Damages-VM-Rheault-ebook/dp/B0FKFH8QT9

white text on dark red flowers:
“Hello. Can I help you?”

Her voice does funny things to my cock. I know it’s Jemma Ferrell before I turn my gaze away from the teacup, and it only took those two seconds for the words to leave her mouth for me to fantasize about fucking her. Her lips to my ear, begging for more as I’m buried so deeply inside her I can’t think about the next deal.

That would be quite an accomplishment.

Keeping my head in bed.


Loss and Damages

I’ve decided to release Wicked Games in May of 2026! I know that’s a bit of a wait, but I wanted to give you a heads up. I’ll be doing the cover reveal, ARCs, and all that good stuff here, so be sure to subscribe if you haven’t or bookmark this site to check back.

Wicked Games is a standalone Billionaire romantic suspense, and I can’t wait for you to meet Seth and Avery!

foggy black and white lake with the text:
When Seth Lockwood retreats to the little town of Lakehaven Falls to mourn his son who was killed in a ransom kidnapping gone wrong, he falls in love with a woman who could be in 
the middle of it all. 

Wicked Games, May 2026

That’s all I have for this month. I hope you’re having beautiful fall weather wherever you are!

I’ll check back with you soon.

Vania 🌻

♥︎Loss and Damages ARCs are ready!♥︎

Happy Tuesday friends!
I hope the summer has been treating you well. ☀️

Just a quick update on all the things.

If you’ve been waiting for the ARCs of Loss and Damages, they’re ready to go! There are only forty copies available, so if you were thinking of picking it up, don’t wait.

graphic of loss and damages book cover. handsome man in tux against black brick.

text says:

ARCs ARE AVAILABLE
angsty contemporary romane
grief bonding
Good girl/morally grey guy
Dead brother's girlfriend

You can get your copy here: https://BookHip.com/JQVRNZD

ARCs will be available until July 31st and reviews won’t be needed until September 15th.


Here are a few quick details:
Standalone or Part of a Series: Loss and Damages is a standalone billionaire romance with a happily ever after. It’s a complete novel at around 350 printed pages.

Triggers: None that I know of. Dominic deals with some family drama/trauma, and Jemma gets roughed up while trying to stop a break-in, but nothing graphic or prolonged.

Where to Review: Amazon and Goodreads are best, since Loss and Damages will be in Kindle Unlimited. If you want to share on social media too (Instagram or Facebook), that’s awesome but not required.

What to Say: Whatever you want! If you loved it, say so. If it wasn’t your thing, that’s okay too. I really don’t mind. Honest reviews help future readers find books they’ll love.

Thank you all for picking up a copy and giving it a read. I hope Loss and Damages is a lovely part of your summer relaxation!


Bonus reminder:
If you’ve read my King’s Crossing serial and haven’t left a review yet, now’s a great time. Even a few quick lines for one or two books will help other readers find it.

covers of King's Crossing books. cruel fate, cruel hearts, cruel dreams, shattered fate, shattered hearts, shattered dreams

text says: review me!

You can find the serial here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX7SFGB5


One last thing: We got a new cat named Pim! My son’s friend moved out of state and couldn’t bring her along, so we made the arrangements with our property management and adopted her! She’s adorable and loves being carried around on your shoulder. It’s been really nice to have a cat around again. 🐾

tuxedo cat laying on the floor playing with a stuffed mouse

I hope everyone is doing well and that your summer so far has been full of friends, family, and good reads.

I will chat with you soon!

~Vania

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