New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb (In Death #33) Futuristic Romantic Suspense September 13, 2011 Hardcover Putnam In sticking with tradition, Claire, aka sparklybearsy aka Roarke lover is back with a guest review of the latest In Death book! When a fresh faced rookie cop, Eve Dallas, stumbled upon a sick twisted pedophile murderer while investigating another crime, she didn't think 12 years later she'd have to track him down again. And in the city she loathed and didn't want to go Continue Reading
Review: Lord and Lady Spy by Shana Galen
Lord and Lady Spy by Shana Galen Historical Romance September 6, 2011 Paperback Sourcebooks Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “Tell us your name, or you’ll have more than a broken nose. My husband has a rather nasty propensity for violence.” She inhaled and allowed her breath to feather over the man’s neck. “I confess I’m rather aroused by it. The blood, the crunch of bones breaking, the howls of anguish…” Mr. and Mrs. Smith – excuse me Lord and Lady Smythe, are England’s most Continue Reading
Review: Archangel’s Blade by Nalini Singh
Archangel’s Blade by Nalini Singh (Guild Hunter #4) Paranormal Romance September 6, 2011 Paperback Berkley Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote – “I don’t intend to break you, Honor.” The harsh edge replaced by black silk, sinful and tantalizing as the rich scent of chocolate seeped into her very bones. “I intend to seduce you.” If you’ve read the first three Guild Hunter books, you’ve met Dmitri. The dark and dangerous vampire that is Archangel Raphel’s second in command. He Continue Reading
Review and Giveaway: Aftermath by Ann Aguirre
Aftermath by Ann Aguirre (Sirantha Jax #5) Sci-Fi August 30, 2011 Paperback Ace I’ve probably said this in every Sirantha Jax review I’ve written, but I’ll say it again. I don’t read a lot of Sci-Fi. The thought of Sci-Fi just doesn't appeal to me. It’s like one step too far past paranormal and I don’t have interest. But long ago, someone recommended Grimspace by Ann Aguirre, and I picked it up. And I loved it. I can’t help but to compare Sirantha Jax to Kate Daniels (from Ilona Andrews Continue Reading
Review: Tempted by Elisabeth Naughton
Tempted by Elisabeth Naughton (Eternal Guardians #3) Paranormal Romance September 1, 2011 Sourcebooks Reviewed by Helyce I freaking loved this book! Demetrius is an Argonaut, one of the seven Eternal Guardians who guard the realm of Argolea as well as the human realm. Of all the Argonauts, Demetrius has the worst temperament, can be a bit on the mean side, and is generally avoided but he takes his responsibility seriously and is loyal and trusted by his fellow Argonauts. In Continue Reading
Review: A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare
A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare (Spindle Cove #1) August 30, 2011 Historical Romance Paperback HarperCollins Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “You invaded my dreams at least a half-dozen times last night. When I’m awake you keep traipsing through my thoughts. Sometimes you’re barely clothed. What excuse can you make for that?” She stammered to form a response, her tongue tripping against her teeth. “I… I would never traipse.” Tessa Dare has a new trilogy, Continue Reading
Review: Blood Hunt by Shannon K. Butcher
Blood Hunt (The Sentinel Wars #5) by Shannon K. Butcher Paranormal Romance August 7, 2011 Paperback Signet Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Okay. Take a peek, but I swear if you try anything funny, I’ll beat your head in with my flashlight.” Ms. Butcher once again delivers a dark, gritty, action packed story that held me spellbound. A smooth storyline and continuously evolving arc engages the reader and sets a fast pace. The premise revolves around Logan and Hope; two Continue Reading
Review: Heartbreak Creek by Kaki Warner
Heartbreak Creek by Kaki Warner (Runaway Brides #1) Western Romance July 5, 2011 Trade Paperback Berkley Reviewed by Mandi Edwina Ladoux has endured some tough times. Living in southern Louisiana, she was once the bell of the town, Growing up privileged and frivolous, but then the civil war came and now that the war is done, she has nothing left. No family, except for her half-sister Pru whom she is very close with. With no money, and her once beautiful house turned over to the Continue Reading
Beach Reads Mini-Reviews
I realized spending seven days at the beach allowed me to read. A lot. Here is a round-up. Butterfly Tattoo by Deidre Knight Contemporary Blurb: Just when the darkness seems permanent, fate flips a switch. Michael Warner has been drifting in a numb haze since his lover was killed by a drunk driver. As the anniversary of the wreck approaches, Michael's grief grows more suffocating. Yet he must find a way through the maze of pain and secrets to live for their troubled young daughter Continue Reading
Review: Silk is for Seduction by Loretta Chase
Silk is for Seduction by Loretta Chase (Dressmaker Sisters #1) Historical Romance June 28, 2011 Paperback Avon Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: He was a predator. So was she. Marcelline Noirot and her two sisters own a dress shop, a moderately successful one, having only one larger, more prestigious client. Marcelline lives and breathes this shop. It not only supports her family, but designing is in her soul. It is her passion. But they know they need someone big, someone who will Continue Reading