Counterpoint: Dylan’s Story by Ruth Sims M/M Romance July 12, 2010 Dreamspinner Press Reviewed by Mandi This book really surprised me. This is the first I’ve read of Ruth Sims, and honestly chose to review it because I don’t find a lot of historical LBGT romance, and thought, sure why not. What this book turns out to be is a romance, but also one man’s journey of discovery of life. Of how grand notions of life when you are 18 and think nothing is going to stop you, turn to what reality Continue Reading
Review: In Pursuit of Eliza Cynster by Stephanie Laurens
In Pursuit Of Miss Eliza Cynster (Cynster Sisters #2) by Stephanie Laurens Historical Romance Paperback September 27, 2011 Reviewed by Tori When Heather Cynster is returned to her loving family by Viscount Breckenridge, the Cynster’s know that the kidnapper will try again, so Eliza Cynster is placed under heavy guard until the elusive Laird is found. However, the Cynster's failed to take into account just how desperate the Laird is and Eliza is kidnapped right from under their noses. Continue Reading
Review: The Black Hawk by Joanna Bourne
The Black Hawk by Joanna Bourne November 1, 2011 Historical Romance Reviewed by Mandi Finally we get Hawker’s book and it has been a long time in the making. Adrian Hawker, former thief, now mastermind spy, having trained under William Doyle. At the start of The Black Hawk, we see Adrian in his mid-30’s, and Head of the British Intelligence Service. And as goes his life, he gets drama on his doorstep. His former lover, (always his love) Justine, shows up stabbed and bleeding. Justine is Continue Reading
Review: Too Wicked to Wed by Cara Elliott
Too Wicked to Wed by Cara Elliott (Lords of Midnight #1) Historical Romance October 25, 2011 Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “Connor Linsley may have experience on his side, but I wager that in this particular game of hearts, the two of you are very much equals.” “Hearts?” sighed Alexa. “He claims he doesn’t have one.” “That, my dear, is what they all say.” Lady Alexa Hendrie has grown up in the country, managed her family estate (quite well!) and has all sorts of interests Continue Reading
Review: Scandalous Desires by Elizabeth Hoyt
Scandalous Desires by Elizabeth Hoyt (Maiden Lane #3) Historical Romance October 18, 2011 Paperback Grand Central Publishing Reviewed by Mandi I have fallen in love with a pirate. We have seen glimpses of "Charming" Mickey O'Connor throughout the first two books of Elizabeth Hoyt's Maiden Lane series. And we have, of course, witnessed Silence Hollingbrook sacrifice herself to Mickey for one night to save her husband from charges he stole cargo from one of Continue Reading
The Norse King’s Daughter by Sandra Hill
The Norse King’s Daughter by Sandra Hill (Viking I #10) Historical Romance October 1, 2011 Paperback Avon Reviewed by May Most memorable quote: It was impossible not to notice the hard rod of his lust as it sought her woman channel. “My sap runs thick and hot,” he rasped out. “Quench me, m’lady.” Sidroc Guntersson is in a bind. The Viking is a third-born son and must quickly find a wife who is wealthy so that he can save his newborn daughter’s life and give her a new Continue Reading
Review: A Lily Among Thorns by Rose Lerner
A Lily Among Thorns by Rose Lerner Historical Romance September 15, 2011 Paperback Dorchester Reviewed by Mandi I was so excited to read this book. I adored, In For a Penny, Rose Lerner’s debut book last year. She has such a unique, if somewhat complex voice and I find her books very refreshing. It is hard to set up the plot in this book because there are some big twists about halfway through that change the direction. But I can definitely talk about the first half. My Continue Reading
Review: To Seduce an Earl by Lori Brighton
To Seduce an Earl by Lori Brighton Historical Romance July 26, 2011 E-Book Self Published Reviewed by Mandi At the young age of thirteen, Alex Brisbane discovered what blackmail was. Lady Lavender knew his family’s secrets, that they were related to Russian royalty, something despised in England at the time. With his family already half starving, he sees going with Lady Lavender to her brothel as an opportunity. Not knowing why she chose him or how she knows all of this Continue Reading
Review: Tis The Season To Be Sinful by Adrienne Basso
Tis The Season To Be Sinful by Adrienne Basso HIstorical Romance October 1, 2011 Paperback Zebra Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “It still feels like a ridiculous outing.” Richard grumbled. “It reminds me of my history books, reading about that French queen who would dress up as a dairymaid and play at being a farm girl.” “Marie Antoinette? What an absurd analogy.” “Indeed. And just look how well things turned out for her in the end.” George’s face filled with Continue Reading
Review: In Total Surrender by Anne Mallory
In Total Surrender by Anne Mallory (Secrets #3) Historical Romance September 27, 2011 Paperback Avon Reviewed by May Favorite Moment: “what are you thinking about, Mr. Merrick?” You. Demon-spawned you. “Nothing.” She tried to peer over the span of their desks to see what he was doing. He pulled the papers into the space of his arms, hunching over them. She laughed lightly. “Working on secret documents? Ones that threaten the Continue Reading