Heroine: Evan. Engaged to her gay BFF to help his career along because he saved her from the streets. She is lonely. And a secret sub. Hero #1: Jace. Knew Evan back in the day but they lost touch. Is now a Dom and when she shows up at his club, he claims her for the weekend. He sells high-end sex toys. Hero #2: Andre. Jace’s best friend. Cop. Jace and Andre fool around together sometimes. Enough said. ”And the thought of me sharing you with Andre turns you on?” Her body shuddered Continue Reading
Review: Liquid Lies by Hanna Martine
Liquid Lies by Hanna Martine (The Elementals #1) July 3, 2012 Paranormal Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi I received this book unsolicited in the mail for review, read the blurb and knew I had to try it out. It is a fresh take on a PNR world. There are no vamps, shifters, or fae…but aliens. Let me set up the world. About 150 years ago, two sets of aliens came to earth, the Ofarians and the Tedrans and are enemies. They currently live on Earth and no humans or as they call them, Continue Reading
AAD 2012 Spotlight and Giveaway: Jess Haines
Our Authors After dark 2012 Spotlight continues with a visit and giveaway from the hilarious and unstoppable Jess Haines!!!! *applause is welcomed and encouraged* I'm happy to have Jess Haines at Smexy today. Well, I should say, I'm happy to have her characters here. They star in the UF series, H&W Investigations, and their latest book, Stalking the Others will release July 3rd. I have some questions for them today. Mandi: First up - Chaz (a werewolf and Shia's former Continue Reading
Review: Stalking the Others by Jess Haines
Stalking the Others by Jess Haines (H&W Investigations #4) Urban Fantasy July 3, 2012 Kensington Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: “Knock, knock, bitches.” Shiarra Waynest was once just a human being who hunted the Others (vamps, weres etc). But much has changed in her life. In the previous book, Shia discovered that her werewolf lover Chaz was cheating on her and later her father disowned her. Worse, someone from his pack scratched her and has possibly turned her into a Continue Reading
Guest Author Carrie Lofty and Giveaway
We are happy to have Carrie Lofty at Smexy Books today to celebrate her new release, Starlight. Random Questions With Carrie Lofty By Carrie Lofty Q: When was the last time you ate popcorn? A: I cannot remember, because I really, really don’t like popcorn. A box of Whoppers is my movie theater snack of choice. Q: What’s your favorite position for sleeping? A: On my side, hugging a pillow Q: Best hero trope: the Rake Who Hides Emotions or the Gentleman Hiding a Beast? A: Both, Continue Reading
Review: Thief of Shadows by Elizabeth Hoyt
Thief of Shadows by Elizabeth Hoyt (Maiden Lane #4) Historical Romance June 26, 2012 Hachette Reviewed by Mandi I just had a love affair with Winter Makepeace. OK, so maybe the heroine actually won his heart, but he is definitely going on my fictional boyfriend list. I adore this series and have been eagerly anticipating this book, as we've had hints about Winter through the past few stories. This one did not disappoint. By all accounts, Winter Makepeace is a serious, dour man who Continue Reading
Review: At Last by Jill Shalvis
At Last by Jill Shalvis (Lucky Harbor #5) Contemporary Romance June 26, 2012 Hachette Reviewed by Mandi At Last is book five in the Lucky Harbor series, but it is really book two of three in this second set of trilogies. While I liked the previous book, I think At Last really brings back that great chemistry and sexual tension that I loved in the original three books of this series. Amy Michaels has lived in Lucky Harbor for about six months. She works as a waitress in the Eat Me Continue Reading
Mandi’s Summer Recs
When I think of summer reading, I think about grabbing my Kindle, a lawn chair and a cold beverage and just enjoying what I read. I don’t want it too deep or dark – but fun. So I’ve tried to pull out my favorite fun reads for my summer reading list. Contemporary: Jill Shavis’s Lucky Harbor series. Funny, sexy, with really great alpha heroes. They are all stand alones but the first three and the second three kind of go together. Good stuff. Amazon, Goodreads. These three are all Continue Reading
Review: The Dark Knight by Elizabeth Elliott
The Dark Knight by Elizabeth Elliott Historical Romance June 26, 2012 Random House Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: “I am your knight. You are my lady. Time is all that can change those facts, but time is not yet our enemy.” A while ago on Twitter, I saw a couple of people mention that they were very happy Elizabeth Elliott was writing again. After a little research I discovered this author has three books out in the mid-90’s (all well received). I became intrigued, and decided to Continue Reading
Review: About Last Night by Ruthie Knox
About Last Night by Ruthie Knox Contemporary Romance June 11, 2012 Loveswept Reviewed by Mandi Earlier this year I read Ruthie Knox's debut, Ride with Me, which is a cute contemporary that I enjoyed. Do you know what the wonderful thing is about her new release,About Last Night? It is even better. Cath Talarico is from Chicago, but after a series of events, she finds herself working in London at a museum. Her passion is knitting, especially vintage knitting, and she is very happy Continue Reading