A penniless relation, thanks to the sudden death of her father, Lynette resigns to the inevitable: selling herself into marriage. But to whom? Viscount Marlock—a carnal, unrepentant, dark-devil of a man—has offered to arrange a profitable match. But for a price. The Viscount commits to teach her all she must know about ensnaring a man—using touch and tongue—opening her to the pleasures of the flesh. In turn, she must obey without question, trusting his whispered promises. But who will be Continue Reading
Review: Cold Reign by Faith Hunter
Cold Reign By Jane Yellowrock Series: Jane Yellowrock, #11 Urban Fantasy May 2, 2017 ACE Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: ME? CRAZY? I Should Get Down Off This Unicorn And Slap You. Jane Yellowrock is back and badder than even in the eleventh installment of Faith Hunter's bestselling urban fantasy series-Jane Yellowrock. Already a force most won’t reckon with, she has increased her power and prestige as the Enforcer for the MoC of New Orleans-Leo Pellister-and the unintentional Continue Reading
Review: Baby, Come Back by Molly O’Keefe
Baby, Come Back by Molly O’Keefe Series: Bad Boy Romance, #2 Contemporary Romance May 1, 2017 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: "I need to save myself.” Jack gave up everything to repay his father’s debt and keep his brother safe. Forced to play enforcer for the mob, Jack lives day to day alone with no hope of redemption. When a young woman comes into his life, bringing with her the light and warmth he’s missed for so long, he grabs on to her with both hands. He knows Continue Reading
Review: Pipe Dreams by Sarina Bowen
Pipe Dreams by Sarina Bowen Series: Brooklyn Bruisers, #3 Contemporary Romance/Sports May 2, 2017 Berkley Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: Bitter much? Why yes, I still am. Mike Beacon, the first string goalie for the Brooklyn Bruisers, married young and worked hard to build a promising career while raising a family. When he files for divorce, he runs to the one person who understands him best; Lauren Williams. He and Lauren slip easily from friends to lovers but while looking for Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… A review- By The Hour by Roni Loren (contemporary/sheena) A- review – Too Hard To Forget by Tessa Bailey (contemporary/kini) A- review-Lost Rider by Harper Sloan (contemporary/mandi) B+ review- Haven by Rebekah Weatherspoon (erotic bdsm/mandi) B review – Hold Me Down Sara Taylor Woods (erotic bdsm/kini) B- review- Blade Bound by Chloe Neill (urban fantasy/tori) C+ review – Snared by Jennifer Estep (urban fantasy, tori) C review – The Player by K. Bromberg Continue Reading
Review: The Player by K. Bromberg
The Player by K. Bromberg Series: The Player, #1 Contemporary Romance April 17, 2017 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: "You're nothing like I expected." "I'm never what anyone expects. It's a blessing and a curse." Easten Wylder is baseball royalty with a baseball hall of famer father and a talent that has him in high demand. When an injury sidelines him and the team’s new GM seems to be more about the money then the game, Easten needs the best physical therapist Continue Reading
Review: Blade Bound by Chloe Neill
Blade Bound by Chloe Neill Series: Chicagoland Vampires, #13 Urban Fantasy April 25, 2017 Berkley Books Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Why do I feel like laughing?” “Because this is horrible and uncomfortable and the best dark comedy ever written.” Merit is back for her last showdown in the 13th and final installment of Chloe Neill’s best-selling urban fantasy series-Chicagoland Vampires. Neill takes us out in a style worthy of our favorite Sentinel with some laughter, Continue Reading
Winner of Jennifer Estep Snared Giveaway
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Review and Giveaway: Snared by Jennifer Estep
Snared by Jennifer Estep Series: Elemental Assassin, #16 Urban Fantasy April 25, 2017 Pocket Books Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Gravity’s a bitch and so am I.” Gin Blanco-assassin extraordinaire and the reluctant queen of Ashland’s criminal underworld- is back and facing her greatest adversary to date. Still looking for the head of the Circle, Gin finds herself with more questions than answers as she continues to gather intel on the group and more memories come to the surface. Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
Hero: Mike Beacon. Goalie for the Brooklyn Bruisers. Single dad. He screwed up in the past and now wants a second chance with an old love. But she isn't feeling very forgiving. Heroine: Lauren Williams. PA for the owner of the Brooklyn Bruisers. Forced from Manhatten to Brooklyn to help the team out. Just wants to do her time and go home but a certain gorgeous and annoying goalie is determined to score again with her. "Was he crazy, or were they both fighting the same battle? “Lo,” he Continue Reading