Autumn Moon by Jan DeLima Series: Celtic Wolves, #3 Paranormal Romance Released: September 28, 2015 Ace Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “He’d waited centuries for her. Was it too much that she wait a few months for him to be worthy of her?” Cormack has spent centuries trapped in his wolf form, unable to shift. Shunned by humans and shifters alike, his only salvation was with a young woman named Elen. Elen, also shunned because of her unusual magic, welcomes Cormack into her life Continue Reading
Tori’s October Mini Reviews
Blade Dance by D.L. McDermott Urban Fantasy Rating: B+ The fourth book in McDermott’s dark and gritty Cold Iron series picks up a few months after book three-Stone Song-and continues to evolve the arc and world while creating an intriguing and sexy romance. The series most antagonistic anti hero finds his manipulations have catastrophic effects and now he must put aside his animosity and ally with his enemies to save a young boy’s life. While I wasn’t a fan of book one, the last 3 books Continue Reading
Review: I Spy A Duke by Erica Monroe
I Spy A Duke by Erica Monroe Series: Covert Heiresses, #1 Historical Romance Released: October 5, 2015 Quillfire Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Never doubt that it is you I want.” She wants revenge… When bluestocking Vivienne Loren becomes the governess for the wealthy Spencer family, she's searching for clues about the murder of her brother, not a husband. But Vivienne didn't count on James Spencer, the autocratic and infuriatingly handsome Duke of Abermont. He Continue Reading
Review: Tall, Dark, and Wicked by Madeline Hunter
Tall, Dark, and Wicked by Madeline Hunter Series: Wicked Trilogy, #2 Historical Romance Released: October 6, 2015 Jove Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “We have been bad, I think...very bad.” Lord Ywain Hemingford (Ives) is the son of a Duke and a talented barrister who is a favorite of the crown. A man known to have particular tastes in the bedroom, his choice of mistresses is limited to professionals and worldly widows who are more than able to handle his vivacious appetites. Continue Reading
Review: Owl and the City of Angels by Kristi Charish
Owl and the City of Angels by Kristi Charish Series: The Adventures of Owl, #2 Urban Fantasy October 5, 2015 Pocket Star Reviewed By Tori Favorite Quote: “Why can’t you-for once-admit you might be partially responsible?” Alix Hilboux aka Owl, a disgraced archaeology student turned thief, is back and once again running headlong into places where angels fear to tread. Only this time, she is doing it at the bidding of her boss, Mr. Kurosawa, a very dangerous red dragon who desires rare Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
Hero: James Spencer, Duke of Abermont. A spy for the crown. Willing to die to protect his family. Even marry a possible traitor. Heroine: Vivienne Loren. Governess for the Spencer family. Wants revenge for her brother's death. Willing to do anything to get it. Even marry her enemy. She wanted him. “You’re killing me, woman,” he ground out, at the sight of the pink ribbon tied underneath her breasts, in the same shade as her garters. Judging from his reaction, Vivian no longer considered Continue Reading
Review: Base Instincts by Larissa Ione
Base Instincts by Larissa Ione Series: Demonica, #11.7 Paranormal M/M Romance Released: September 12, 2015 Riptide Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Fuck the guy, take the girl, save a soul” Raze is a medic for Underworld General and a supernatural night club. He is also a seminus demon (sex demon) who has a bit of a problem. He’s gay. Unfortunately, he can only obtain the sexual release he needs to survive with females. 30 years ago he met a succubus, Fayle, who saved Continue Reading
Review: Last Hope by Jessica Clare and Jen Frederick
Last Hope by Jessica Clare and Jen Frederick Series: Hitman, #4 Romance Suspense September 29, 2015 Berkley Reviewed by Tori Rafe Mendoza is a mercenary who uses his deadly skills and money to provide a safe haven for the poor, defenseless, and disenfranchised. When a fellow mercenary is kidnapped, Mendoza and his team are forced to retrieve a very sensitive list from an arms dealer in exchange for his life. Mendoza has his target in his sights...but she is nothing he expected. Ava Continue Reading
Review: Her Treasure Hunter Ex by Zara Keane
Her Treasure Hunter Ex by Zara Keane Series: Ballybeg Bad Boys, #1 Romance Suspense Released: September 10, 2015 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Underwater photographer Katy Ryan needs a large windfall fast and as fate would have it, she is given one when she is offered a job to be part of a team exploring the wreck of the RMS Lusitania. The only catch? Her ex will also be part of the team. Declan “Dex” Fitzgerald is a treasure hunter and the chance to explore the RMS Lusitania is Continue Reading
Smexy Top Ten-September 25th
10. Happy Birthday to Michael Douglas AND his gorgeous wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones. Both were born today though 25 years apart. *throws confetti* 9. Because nothing goes better with books then booze (just ask anyone who has attended a book convention) Harlequin, one of the world's leading publishers of romance books, announced the launch of Vintages by Harlequin™, a new line of three wine varietals, with vintage Harlequin branding. Vintages by Harlequin features three varietals: Continue Reading