Take a Chance on Me (Something new, #1) by Jennifer Dawson Romance Contemporary February 4, 2014 Zebra Reviewed by May Madeline Donovan just ran away from her life. Her wedding. Her entire family. She didn’t exactly think it through, but when she winds up stranded in a small town with hunky bartender she decides to just shack up with him and forget about her real life. She was free. Free in a way she hadn’t been in too many years to count. She could do whatever she wanted. There was no Continue Reading
Review: Be With Me by J. Lynn
Be With Me (Wait For You, #2) by J. Lynn Romance Contemporary/NA E book, 299 pges February 4, 2014 HarperCollins Reviewed by Tori Teresa Hamilton is having a rough year—she’s in love with her big brother’s best friend, but he hasn’t spoken to her since they shared a truly amazing, mind-blowing, change-your-life kiss. She got out of a terrible relationship. And now an injury is threatening to end her dance career for good. It’s time for Plan B – college. And maybe a chance to convince Continue Reading
Review: Kaleidoscope by Kristen Ashley
Kaleidoscope (Colorado Mountain, #6) by Kristen Ashley Romance Contemporary E book February 4, 2014 Forever Reviewed by Tori Sexy, gifted, and loyal, PI Jacob Decker is a tall, cool drink of perfection who had Emmanuelle Holmes at "hello." His relationship with Emme's best friend kept them apart for years, but things have changed. Now that a case has brought him to Gnaw Bone, Colorado, the road is wide open for Emme and Deck to explore something hotter and deeper than Emme dreamed Continue Reading
Review: Bound by Lorelei James
Bound (Mastered, #1) by Lorelei James Erotic Romance/Contemporary Paperback, 400 pages February 4, 2014 NAL Reviewed by Tori When Amery Hardwick enrolls in a self defense class at a local dojo with her friend Molly, she finds herself under the heavy perusal of of the owner. Amery, a small town girl, is soon caught under his spell of sexual delights as he gently but firmly strips her defenses to unveil the sensuous woman he suspects lurks within her. Ronin Black, the sensei and owner Continue Reading
Review: The Dimple Strikes Back by Lucy Woodhull
The Dimple Strikes Back by Lucy Woodhull (Samantha Lytton #2) Contemporary Romance Released: December 20, 2013 Totally Bound Reviewed by Mandi Last year I read The Dimple of Doom and I laughed and laughed, and laughed some more. So I eagerly grabbed the sequel ( I strongly recommend you read these in order) The Dimple Strikes Back made me a laugh too, but I didn’t enjoy it quite as much as the first one. In this book, Samantha has gone from wanna be actress, to making it in the Continue Reading
Review: Reaper’s Legacy by Joanna Wylde
Reaper’s Legacy by Joanna Wylde (Reapers MC #2) Released: January 28, 2014 Contemporary Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi I had so much fun reading Reaper’s Legacy. Sophie became pregnant at seventeen by a guy named Zach. Zach ends up being a total abusive jerk, and a few years later, Sophie arranges to make out with Zach’s tough, sexy stepbrother Ruger, to make Zach jealous, beat her up and she can finally turn him in for abuse. This sets off a chain of events – Zach goes Continue Reading
Review: Runaway Groom by Virginia Nelson
Runaway Groom (Watkins Pond, #1) by Virginia Nelson Contemporary Romance E book January 14, 2014 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Happy Birthday, assmonkey.” Abigail had her whole world planned out until the love of her life left her standing at the altar on their wedding day. Now, ten years later, her runaway groom has come home. He wants a second chance but Abigail has closed that chapter of her life. Braxton Dean left town and his best friend when his fears Continue Reading
Review: Shoreline Drive by Lily Everett
Shoreline Drive by Lily Everett (Sanctuary Island #2) Released: January 28, 2014 Contemporary Romance St. Martin’s Reviewed by Mandi Last year I read Sanctuary Island, the first book in this series and I enjoyed it quite a bit. Small town life on an island with lots of fun characters. We met Ben in that book, the veterinarian with an attitude, which intrigued me greatly. Ben has an attitude for several reasons. First, he comes from a very wealthy family who he doesn’t get Continue Reading
Review: In Too Deep by Tracey Alvarez
In Too Deep by Tracey Alvarez (Due South #1) Released: December 19, 2013 Contemporary Romance Icon Publishing Reviewed by Mandi Blurb: To save her brother from financial ruin, Piper Harland must do the one thing she swore she’d never do—return to the tiny island home-town where Ryan “West” Westlake crushed her heart. Piper is tough, resilient and a little wild—much like the remote and beautiful Stewart Island where she grew up. As a cop who’s part of the elite New Zealand Police Continue Reading
Review: The Dom Project by Heloise Belleau and Solace Ames
The Dom Project by Heloise Belleau and Solace Ames Released: December 23, 2013 BDSM Carina Press Reviewed by Mandi Blurb: By day, Robin Lessing has a successful career as a university archivist. By night, she blogs about her less-than-successful search for Mr. Tall, Dark and Dominant. Living up to her handle "The Picky Submissive," she's on the verge of giving up and settling for vanilla with a side of fuzzy handcuffs when she discovers her best friend and colleague Continue Reading