The Gentleman’s Keeper by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon Historical Romance Contemporary/MM July 9, 2013 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “No pretend son of his was going to go through life unwanted or unloved.“ Everett Gerard left home as a young man and never returned. He has spent many years traveling, burying himself in a haze of alcohol and sex. When he finally rouses himself to read the many letters his bailiff has been sending to him for months; telling him of a Continue Reading
Review: In the Arms of the Heiress by Maggie Robinson
In the Arms of the Heiress by Maggie Robinson (Ladies Unlaced #1) July 2, 2013 Historical Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: ”What will happen if they discover we’re not really man and wife? This scheme might be considered proof of your insanity.” Louisa’s brown eyes widened. “Do you think I should be institutionalized?” “I wouldn’t wish that on the other patients.” This book made me smile a lot. The fake husband trope doesn’t always work for me, but Maggie Continue Reading
Review: Taken by the Duke by Jess Michaels
Taken by the Duke by Jess Michaels (The Pleasure Wars #1) July 2, 2013 Erotic Historical Samhain Reviewed by Mandi This book has a great beginning. In the prologue we discover the consequence and the devastation that two very old feuding families can sustain. It’s House Rothcastle vs. House Windbury, and it’s not pretty. The two families have hated each other for years, and it comes to a crashing climax when Matilda of the Rothcastle family tries to run away with her lover of the Continue Reading
Review: The Duchess Hunt by Jennifer Haymore
The Duchess Hunt (House of Trent #1) by Jennifer Haymore Historical Romance June 25, 2013 Forever Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “My reputation has no importance when it comes to you...” Sarah Osborne is the daughter of the Hawkins family gardener. Having been raised and educated with the Hawkins children, she straddles a very fine line in the family. Not their equal as head chambermaid, but held in higher regards than the average servant. She has loved Simon since she was a child. He Continue Reading
Review: The Taming Of Ryder Cavanaugh by Stephanie Laurens
The Taming Of Ryder Cavanaugh (The Cynster Sisters Duos #2) by Stephanie Laurens Historical Romance June 25, 2013 Avon Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “If you think I’m going to be the first female in my family to go to the altar a virgin, you’re mistaken.” The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh is a romance story in the truest form and provides us with a wrap up to the original Cynster series. We witness the last Cynster (of age) to marry-Miss Mary Cynster. I have been a huge fan of this Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday–The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh
Hero: Ryder Cavanaugh, Marquess of Raventhorne. Has never met a woman who wouldn't happily fall at his feet--or into his bed...until Lady Mary Cynster. Heroine: Lady Mary Cynster has been waiting years for this opportunity. She knows exactly who she wants --and it's not someone as wild, unmanageable, and sinfully seductive as Ryder Cavanaugh. Passion erupted. Held back for so long, it raged unrelenting, unforgiving. It whipped them along, harder and faster, whirling Continue Reading
Review: What the Duke Desires by Sabrina Jeffries
What the Duke Desires by Sabrina Jeffries (The Duke's Men #1) Historical Romance June 18, 2013 Pocket Reviewed by May From the author’s website: Maximilian Cale, the Duke of Lyons, accepted long ago that his kidnapped brother was dead. When a cryptic note from investigator Tristan Bonnaud claims otherwise, Max seeks out Tristan’s sister, Lisette—and is infuriated to learn that Tristan has also mysteriously vanished. Have the siblings perpetrated an elaborate hoax? Or is the fiercely Continue Reading
Review: Sweet Revenge by Zoe Archer
Sweet Revenge by Zoe Archer (Nemesis Unlimited #1) Historical Romance June 4, 2013 St. Martin's Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “Better not turn down the lights.” He said, staring at her, “because I’ve waited too long to see you like this.” “I’ve wanted to be seen.” The year is 1886 and the story begins with us watching as Jack Dalton; an inmate at Dunmoor Prison for five years makes a glorious escape. Having heard that the man he attempted to murder is nearby, he can think of Continue Reading
Review: The Elusive Wife by Callie Hutton
The Elusive Wife by Callie Hutton Historical Romance May 20, 2013 Entangled: Scandalous Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: Jason stood mesmerized as her breasts moved up and down. All that creamy skin covering those enticing globes had reduced him to a randy youth. He placed her hand on his arm. Just before they reached the others, he murmured. “Do not take any more deep breathes tonight.” When Jason Coventry, The Earl of Coventry, discovers his father is still trying to ruin his life from Continue Reading
Review: Reckless Viscount by Amy Sandas
Reckless Viscount by Amy Sandas Historical Romance June 4, 2013 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I do not judge you for your past and I will defend against anyone who do.” Viscount Neville, Leif Riley, is considered a scoundrel who enjoys the attentions of wealthy woman for money. Though many only see a charming seductive rake, not many know of the reasons behind his facade. He is desperate to restore his ancestral home to its former glory and hopefully break the curse Continue Reading