Undeserving by Madeline Sheehan - 7/1. Starting with a book that is going in my "maybe" pile. Fans of the Undeniable series have been waiting years for a new book, and now it's hear. It's Preacher's book, and it takes place in the past (as in present day Preacher is dead -- I think). Anyway - due to that, I'm not too excited. There are other present day characters that have stories that need to be told. But.......this series is so cracky. Sheena said it's just okay. Kindle l Continue Reading
Review: Not Another Rock Star by Amber Belldene
Not Another Rock Star (Hot Under Her Collar #3) Released: June 27, 2017 Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi I've really enjoyed this series - this is a four-star read for me, but probably book one and two I liked better (reviews). This one is super sweet and cute, but the two characters didn't grab me like they did in previous books. But this is still a good read. Suzannah DeWitt, better known as Suze, is an episcopal priest, former opera student, who is trying to Continue Reading
Feature and Giveaway! Spitfire Series by Nicole French
Skylar Ellen Crosby is a typical redhead: blunt, passionate, with a bit of a temper. Okay, so maybe she gets in her own head sometimes. At the end of her third year at Harvard Law, all Skylar wants is to figure out her next steps: ones that will hopefully include a job, an apartment, and enough money to help her father stop getting into trouble. She can't afford to be distracted these days anyway, especially not by men. She simply has no room for romance, especially the kind that might break Continue Reading
Review: Coach’s Challenge by Avon Gale
Coach's Challenge (Scoring Chances #5) M/M Hockey Romance Released: June 26, 2017 Dreamspinner Reviewed by Mandi This is the first time I have read this author - I didn't know I was missing out on a m/m hockey series! What I liked about this book is that it takes place in the minor league of the NHL. The author includes a note at the beginning, briefly explaining the minor league system for the NHL and I appreciated that. I enjoyed seeing a minor league team and the struggles some of Continue Reading
Review: Seducing Mr. Sykes by Maggie Robinson
Seducing Mr. Sykes by Maggie Robinson Series: Cotswold Confidential, #2 Historical Romance June 20, 2017 Lyrical Press Reviewed by Mandi What a cute little story this is. This series is centered around a village called Puddling, which is known as a rehabilitative place that families can send their loved ones for care. Whether it's because of a traumatic event, or just need of a reputation repair, the people who work at this foundation put the "patients" in a strict regime. Puddling Continue Reading
Review: The Cartographer by Tamsen Parker
The Cartographer (The Compass #6) Erotic BDSM Released: June 26, 2017 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Oh Reyes. Fans of The Compass series have greatly been anticipating Rey getting his HEA. The kink life coach who has helped so many others find their way in life to their own HEA, now finally gets his chance, and it comes in a man named Allie Hart. Rey is a hard person to describe. In control, intense when needed, open and warm at other times. He works in the kink scene - helping Continue Reading
Feature (with deleted scene) Coach’s Challenge by Avon Gale
There’s a scene in Coach’s Challenge in which our main character, coach Troy Callahan, is sending some dirty text messages to his player – and secret boyfriend – Shane North. Troy’s an opinionated guy with some inventive ideas that he’s not afraid to share…and it makes him a little cranky when Shane doesn’t respond right away. From the book: A glance showed he had some missed messages from Troy, which were all filthy and immediately got his blood Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten – June 23
10. Guys - I have more pics of my dogs on my phone than my kids. ...and my goats. LOLOL 9. Guys, we are getting new emojis. Including zombies, Mermaids, a brain...for the full list, go here. 8. Charlie Hunnam fans? Jax Teller fans? Oh yeah you are. Here is what it's like to direct him in a sex scene. With a naughty gif! You are welcome ;) 7. Guys. These new Ken dolls that Mattel has released. One has a man bun. PLEASE MAKE IT STOP. Does man bun Ken doll Continue Reading
June Mini Reviews
Mandi: Taming the CEO by Hayson Manning - Daisy and Zan are business rivals, both eyeing to buy the same luxury resort. The seller is making all prospective buyers come to the resort for a week and go through the singles retreat - so they can get a feel for what they are buying. Daisy is not in the mood for this, as she is extremely task-oriented and is not up for spontaneity. Worse, her enemy Zan will be there with all of his muscles and good looks. Damn it. As they play along in this Continue Reading
Review: Second Chance Season by Liora Blake
Second Chance Season (Grand Valley #2) Released: June 20, 2017 Contemporary Romance Pocket Books Reviewed by Mandi I really enjoyed this one - maybe it's because I live a little ways in the country. I like a guy who drives a big truck, that has dirt on his t-shirt, stubble on his face, and is sweaty from a hard day in the fields. My husband is a computer programmer but also part-time goat farmer! I MAY glance at the guy who fills my mini-van with bales of hay for my goats a little too Continue Reading