Sanctuary Island by Lily Everett Released: July 30, 2013 Contemporary Romance St. Martins Reviewed by Mandi Maybe I’m a sucker for a cover with horses on it, but when I received this book for review, even though I had heard it’s more on the women’s fic side, I still wanted to read it. And yes there are wild horses, and a sexy handyman and a heroine who is looking to reunite with her mother. There was a really nice combination of drama, small town life, romance and humor. When Continue Reading
From the Ashes by Daisy Harris
From the Ashes by Daisy Harris (Fire and Rain #1) August 13, 2013 M/M Contemporary Romance Samhain Reviewed by Helyce Jesse is devastated when he returns home one day to find that his apartment has not survived a fire and he’s lost everything. New to the city, he’s made a few friends but no one he’s comfortable calling and he absolutely refuses to contact his parents. In shock, with nothing but the clothes on his back and a battered bag of groceries, Jesse has few options. That is Continue Reading
Review: Turn And Burn by Lorelei James
Turn and Burn (Blacktop Cowboys #5) by Lorelei James Erotic Romance Penguin Released: August 6, 2013 Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Ride me, cowgirl.” Tanna Barker was at the top of the rodeo world with three world championships under her belt and an endless supply of willing cowboys to ride. That was until a rodeo injury sidelined her and she lost everything. With her family gone and her reputation in shreds, Tanna heads to Muddy Gap, Wyoming for a chance to lick her wounds and Continue Reading
Review: Spin by Bella Love
Spin by Bella Love Erotic Romance Contemporary Released: June 14, 2013 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Janey, you’ve been looking for trouble since the day you were born.“ Jane MacInnee has always has always had a crush on bad boy Finn Dante since childhood but she was the princess of the swamp they called home and he was from the other side of the tracks. Saddled with impossible family expectations. Jane escapes the rigid confines and expectations of her hometown and Continue Reading
Review: Matchpoint by Elise Sax
Matchpoint by Elise Sax (The Matchmaker #2) Contemporary Romance Released: July 30, 2013 Bantam Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “What did you find out?” Lucy leaned forward. “Well, I found out that Spencer has a magic penis.” I choked. “A magic penis?” “Yes, one poke with his magic penis, and women go completely crazy,” she said, like having a poke from a magic penis was a bad thing. “Why is it magic? Does it do tricks or something?” Bridget asked seriously. “I couldn’t Continue Reading
Review: Crave by Monica Murphy
Crave (Billionaire Bet #1) by Monica Murphy Contemporary Romance August 6, 2013 Avon Impulse Reviewed By Tori Favorite Quote: “Most women hate me once they get to know me.” Billionaire Archer Bancroft always gets what he wants—and he’s wanted Ivy Emerson, his best friend’s sister, for far too long. Being forbidden and untouchable only makes her more tempting. When a million-dollar bet with his friends throws down a challenge—last bachelor standing takes all—Archer knows he can win. Continue Reading
Review: Caught Up In You by Roni Loren
Caught up in You by Roni Loren (Loving on the Edge #4) Released: August 6, 2013 BDSM Berkley Reviewed by Mandi All Kelsey wants to do is save up enough money to go to culinary school. Her day job is working at a diner and making amazing muffins. Her night job is being a dominatrix at The Ranch, an exclusive BDSM club. She likes both jobs, although being a Dom is emotionally exhausting. The highlight of her day is in the mornings when Wyatt comes in for breakfast. Wyatt is a Continue Reading
Review: Just In Time by Addison Fox
Just In Time (Alaskan Nights #3) by Addison Fox Romance Contemporary August 6, 2013 Signet/Penguin Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Never make your decisions for a man, no matter how stupid over him you are.“ Avery Marks and Roman Forsyth were childhood best friends and sweethearts. When Roman is drafted into the NHL after high school, his only contact with Avery is the expensive guilt gifts he sends home. Avery was heartbroken by his abandonment. She loved him with everything she had Continue Reading
Review: Masked Cowboy by Sarah M. Anderson
Masked Cowboy by Sarah M. Anderson (Men of the White Sandy #2) August 6, 2013 Contemporary Samhain Reviewed by Mandi I recently read my first Sarah Anderson book (from a different series) and really liked her voice. When I found out this hero was scarred and a bit tortured, I had to try it. I’m happy to say, I enjoyed this one. Mary Beth has a new job as a large animal vet out west near Lakota Indian territory in South Dakota. She will be seeing cattle and horses mostly on the Continue Reading
Review: Pitch Perfect by Sierra Dean
Pitch Perfect (Boys of Summer #1) by Sierra Dean Romance Contemporary E book, 259 pages August 6, 2013 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Tori A die hard baseball fan and athletic trainer, Emmett (Emmy) Kasper has more than paid her dues, rising her way through the ranks of the Chicago Cubs franchise until she couldn't go any further. When she is offered the position of head athletic trainer for the San Francisco Felons, she jumps at the chance; packing up and leaving Chicago without a second Continue Reading