The Laird’s Forbidden Lover by Amelia C. Gormley Historical M/M May 6, 2013 Riptide Reviewed by Mandi I enjoyed Amelia Gormley’s self published m/m trilogy so when I heard she was writing a m/m scottish historical for Riptide I got excited. She writes a passionate novella (coming in at 78 pages) but I had some problems with it too. This is the story of farm lad Iain Munro and a future laird, Tavish MacIntyre. Their families know of one another, which is how they meet as Continue Reading
Review: Never Too Late by Amara Royce
Never Too Late by Amara Royce Historical Romance May 2, 2013 Kensington Reviewed by Mandi Honoria Duchamp is a widow who owns a bookstore that has been in her family for a long time. She loves her little place of work. One day while high up on a ladder trying to reach a book, she falls but lands on a gentleman. Lord Devin appears to be just browsing in her store, but he actually has a reason for being there. He is assigned (more liked forced or blackmailed) into investigating Continue Reading
Review: Beauty and the Blacksmith by Tessa Dare
Beauty and the Blacksmith by Tessa Dare (Spindle Cove #3.5) Historical Romance April 30, 2013 Avon Reviewed by May “Don’t play innocent, Miss Highwood. You’ve been wanting this. A hard, sweaty pounding from the village smith. These strong, dirty hands all over your body. You’ve been wanting it, haven’t you?” “I…” He withdrew halfway, then slid deep. “Haven’t you?” As he moved in and out, her head bobbed in a subtle nod. “Say it.” He thrust hard. She gasped. “Yes.” Miss Continue Reading
Review: If He’s Tempted by Hannah Howell
If He’s Tempted (Wherlocke #5) by Hannah Howell Historical Paranormal Romance April 2, 2013 Zebra Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I ache. I want. I remember every touch, every kiss, and want more.” Lady Olympia Wherlocke has never made a promise she couldn’t...wouldn’t keep, so when a young girl comes to her in desperation, Olympia promises to do anything and everything to help her. Lady Agatha Mallam’s mother is trying to sell her into marriage to a much older man who is rumored Continue Reading
Review: The Earl is Mine by Kieran Kramer
The Earl is Mine by Kieran Kramer (House of Brady #2) February 26, 2013 Historical Romance St. Martins Reviewed by May He was the legitimate heir to the Marquess of Brady. But he wasn’t his son. And he was doomed to a lifetime of lies. Gregory Sherwood, Lord Westdale has a dark secret one that he promised his mother on her deathbed that he’d never speak of or reveal. When he learned the truth of his parentage, a part of young Gregory died and he became a different boy. One who would Continue Reading
Review: Let It Be Me by Kate Noble
Let it be Me by Kate Noble April 2, 2013 Historical Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi I’m a big fan of Kate Noble’s books, and Let It Be Me brings in a fresh, sweet, romance book set it Venice. Bridget has great talent playing the piano although now she struggles with an acute case of stage fright. Nonetheless, music is in her blood, and the piano is her passion. Years ago she impressed Italian composer Vincenzo Carpenini when he visited at her parents house. In present day, Continue Reading
Review: The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After by Julia Quinn
The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After by Julia Quinn Historical Romance April 2, 2013 Avon Reviewed by May Happily Ever After is a series of second epilogues for the Bridgerton series by Julia Quinn. Three of these are new material (the other six were previously available/published), and this is the first time the complete collection has been made available. Each has a definite subject and for fans that have read (and re-read) the series and call it a favorite this may be of interest, Continue Reading
Review: The Last Debutante by Julia London
The Last Debutante by Julia London (The Secrets of Hadley Green #4) Historical Romance February 26, 2013 Pocket Reviewed by May “You are right that I have come a very long way. I made that journey in the anticipation of a lovely reunion with my grandmother and I imagined something vastly different – a house, a small village. A servant! But I find you in a crofter’s cottage without any help at all, with a wounded, naked man.” Maime clucked her tongue at Daria. “You make it sound Continue Reading
Review: If You Give a Rake a Ruby by Shana Galen
If You Give a Rake a Ruby by Shana Galen (Jewels of the Ton #2) Historical Romance March 5, 2013 Sourcebooks Reviewed by May “I’m trying very hard to resist you,” she said, her voice low and husky. “Keep trying. In the meantime, I think I shall push you against that wall, toss your skirts up, and thrust into you.” She moaned. “I wish I didn’t like that suggestion so very much.” “Me too.” Fallon (aka the Marchioness of Mystery) is one of the celebrated courtesans in England, and Continue Reading
Review: The Problem with Seduction by Emma Locke
The Problem with Seduction by Emma Locke (The Naughty Girls Series #2) February 13, 2013 Historical Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Elizabeth is a wealthy former courtesan who has an infant son. She was mistress to Captain Nicholas Finn who is the father of the baby. The problem is, Finn demands the baby come live with him and his wife, leaving Elizabeth devastated. So she comes up with a plan. Lord Constantine Alexander is a penniless fourth son in a family that can Continue Reading