Top Shelf: An Aces Hockey Novel by Kelly Jamieson Publication Date: October 18, 2016 Contemporary Romance Loveswept Reviewed by Kini Whether it’s a clutch goal or a cocktail, nothing beats “top shelf.” In this novel from the bestselling author of the Heller Brothers Hockey series, a fun-loving jock and an ambitious career woman mix business with pleasure. Not only is Jared Rupp one of the stars of the NHL’s Chicago Aces, he’s also the owner of the Sin Bin, the after-hours hot spot Continue Reading
Review: Twisted Palace by Erin Watt
Twisted Palace by Erin Watt Series: The Royals, #3 Romance Contemporary/YA October 17, 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Relationship issues are a lot easier to handle when you’re not worrying you boyfriend might go to prison.” These Royals will ruin you… From mortal enemies to unexpected allies, two teenagers try to protect everything that matters most. Ella Harper has met every challenge that life has thrown her way. She’s tough, resilient, and willing to Continue Reading
Review: Royally Screwed by Emma Chase
Royally Screwed by Emma Chase (Royally #1) Contemporary Romance Released: October 18, 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi I have a good history with Emma Chase. Her last series I enjoyed so much - especially Sustained and the novella follow-up, Sidebarred. That family holds a very special place in my heart. Then I heard she was starting a new series featuring royals. And honestly - I wasn't that excited. I'm not sure why, I guess I thought reading about royals wouldn't be fun (what Continue Reading
Review: Thief of Hearts by L.H. Cosway
Thief of Hearts by L.H. Cosway Series: Hearts, #5 Contemporary Romance October 4, 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: "People like you give people like me a soft place to fall. Otherwise we'd just be cold and hard. That's how I was before I met you." Andrea (Andie) Anderson is a widow whose job teaching adults trying to re-enter the world of education and taking care of her cousin is her whole world after her husband passed away. Love is not something she aspires Continue Reading
Review: The Boy is Back by Meg Cabot
The Boy is Back by Meg Cabot (Boy #4) Released: October 18, 2016 Contemporary romance William Morrow Reviewed by May When I saw this book announced I squealed aloud like the twenty something I was when the first of Cabot’s “Boy” series was released over a decade ago. Every Boy’s Got One was one of my first favorite books as an adult, and remains my favorite of all the Cabot books. A new book related to that? I don’t even need the premise I’m sold! Sadly my excitement was short lived, Continue Reading
Review: You Had Me at Christmas Anthology
You Had Me at Christmas Anthology Releases: October 17, 2016 Holiday Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi PLAY by Karina Bliss Jared and Kayla were high school sweethearts, and Kayla always encouraged Jared to follow his musical dreams. Now with two young kids, he has achieved fame. Jared finds himself on tour constantly, and trying to manage his home life without guilt of being away all the time weigh him down. This story presents a marriage in trouble Continue Reading
Review: Single Player by Elia Winters
Single Player (Slices of Pi Book 3) Publication Date: September 26, 2016 Contemporary Romance, M/M Pocket Star Reviewed by Kini Blurb Geeky meets kinky in the third novel of the sexy Slices of Pi series by RITA-nominated author Elia Winters, where the employees of a gaming company in sultry Florida work hard—and play even harder. Matthew Abrams finally has the life he’s always wanted—a promising career as a programmer at PI Games, a decent apartment in a nice neighborhood, and a Continue Reading
Review: Enjoy the Dance by Heidi Cullinan
Enjoy the Dance by Heidi Cullinan (Dancing #2) Releases: October 11, 2016 M/M Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Way back in 2011 I read Dance With Me (book one in this series) and really enjoyed it. I was really happy to hear Heidi Cullinan decided to revisit this world with new heroes and a glimpse at what our past heroes have been up to. Set in the year 2012 in Minnesota, this book is before the nationwide equal marriage ruling. Our heroes are Spenser Harris, a Continue Reading
Review: Saving Jake by Sharon Sala
Saving Jake by Sharon Sala Series: Blessings, Georgia, #3 Romance Contemporary October 4, 2016 Sourcebooks Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “He made falling in love so easy.” There is always hope After eight years in the Marines, Jacob Lorde returns to Blessings, Georgia, with no plans other than to hole up in his empty house and heal what's left of his soul. But with a charming next door neighbor and a town full of friendly people, keeping to himself is easier said than Continue Reading
Review and Giveaway: Beautiful by Christina Lauren
Beautiful by Christina Lauren (Beautiful Bastard #5) Released: October 4, 2016 Contemporary Romance Gallery Books Reviewed by Mandi I haven't read all of the books in this series but I still feel like I know all the players. The last book in this series, Beautiful is so much fun and so sexy - I think I smiled the entire time I read it. Jensen and Pippa are so darn cute together that I didn't want their story to end. Pippa lives in England and hates her job. When she comes home on her Continue Reading