How Hard Can it Be? by Robyn Peterman Contemporary Romance January 17, 2013 Kensington Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “We have a new neighbor named Mr. Asstastic” One night Rena decides to follow Oprah’s advice and visualize her success. Bored with her accounting job and in need of money, Rena has decided she wants to become a romance writer. Because seriously – how hard can it be? She joins a romance writer’s group after hearing a famous bestselling author is a part of it – but what Continue Reading
Review: Immortal Craving by Kendra Leigh Castle
Immortal Craving by Kendra Leigh Castle (Dark Dynasties #4) Paranormal Romance January 29, 2013 Forever Reviewed by Helyce Tasmin Singh is the last of his kind. A lion shifting Rakshasa, his dynasty was once revered until its near extinction by a rival dynasty whose queen was jealous of their unique gifts. When he awakens, it is to the realization that he’s been asleep for hundreds of years and that he is cursed-his very soul being pushed out by a demon inside him. His quest for answers Continue Reading
Guest Review: Hopeless by Colleen Hoover
I’m happy to have Shelly back with another guest review. She reads a lot in the New Adult genre and wanted to share her review of Hopeless. As I was looking through Goodreads and scanning the internet for other reviews of this book I found it quite intriguing that it either got 5-stars or 1-star reviews. Nothing in the middle. There was either immense love (as Shelly has for it) or immense dislike. One person who really disliked this book is Brie from Romance Around the Corner. I encourage you Continue Reading
Review: Killing Time by Cindy Gerard
Killing Time by Cindy Gerard (One Eyed Jacks #1) Romantic Suspense January 22, 2013 Pocket Reviewed by May Hero cries. Gabe shows up. (Grade: A) Ok, so perhaps my five word review (that I texted to Mandi) isn't quite enough, so I will explain in a few more words. I am a huge fan of Cindy Gerard, and I recommend pretty much every book she’s written since the first Bodyguard book. When she ended that series she did so in a way that launched us smoothly into her next series – known as Continue Reading
Review: Painted Faces by L.H. Cosway
Painted Faces by L.H. Cosway Contemporary Romance December 16, 2012 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi “We all paint on a face to show the world,” Nicholas replies philosophically. “For some of us, that’s quite literal.” He takes a brief pause, “When you’re passionate about something, you don’t mind suffering a little discomfort.” I give him a wry glance. “Have you had to suffer for your passion?” He nods gently, his eyes roving over the crowds as they push by us. “More Continue Reading
Review: Sinner’s Gin by Rhys Ford
Sinner’s Gin by Rhys Ford M/M Romantic Suspense December 24, 2012 Dreamspinner Press Reviewed by Helyce NOTE: if sexual abuse is a trigger for you, this may not be the story for you. It is not explicit, but shown in the form of photos and flashback memories. Miki St. John has checked out from the world. Following a horrific car accident he is the only surviving member of the band Sinner’s Gin. Now, he lives his reclusive lifestyle in the remodeled warehouse he owns. He keeps to Continue Reading
Review: A Kiss for Midwinter by Courtney Milan
A Kiss for Midwinter by Courtney Milan (Brothers Sinister #1.5) Historical Novella December 18, 2012 Self Published Reviewed by May He had decided it would be best not to mention his main reason for wanting to marry- that he thought it expedient to procure a regular source of sexual intercourse without risking syphilis. In her last book The Duchess War, Lydia was seen through the eyes of her best friend (heroine of that book), and we could see some tensions brewing between Lydia and Continue Reading
Review: The Lady Most Willing by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway
The Lady Most Willing by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway Historical Romance December 28, 2012 Avon Reviewed by May When Laird Taran Ferguson's nephews refuse to wed and secure his birthright, he takes matters into his own hands, raiding a ball and kidnapping four likely brides—a bonny lass, an heiress with a slight reputation problem, a rich English beauty, and a maiden without a name or a fortune. But which one is ready to fall in love with the Scottish lord? Add a very Continue Reading
Mandi’s New Favorite Book – The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons
“Oh, Alexander,” she said, “what do you want from me….” “Everything!” he whispered fiercely. Ever since I met Kate online, I knew The Bronze Horseman was her absolute favorite book so it has been on my radar for sometime. But I also knew it was 900 pages and set in WWII Russia, a time setting that I didn’t think would interest a me. However a few days ago, Jane tweeted that the book was on sale for $1.99 and she also expressed how much she enjoyed this epic love story. And all of a sudden my Continue Reading
Review: The Chocolate Kiss by Laura Florand
The Chocolate Kiss by Laura Florand (Chocolate #2) December 24, 2012 Contemporary Romance Kensington Reviewed by Mandi Adorable, charming, whimsical. These are the words that first came to mind when I finished this book. I read it in one sitting and was completely immersed in the world. I felt like I was in Paris, in a tiny chocolate shop. That I could almost smell the hot chocolate and see the adorable chocolate window displays the author so meticulously and wonderfully details Continue Reading