The Bird and the Sword by Amy Harmon Fantasy Romance Released: May 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi A bird cannot wield a sword When Angela, who reviews at Fiction Vixen, told me to read this book, I immediately purchased it. It's been a while since I've read a good fantasy and this author was unknown to me. Short review: I loved it. This is a land where people who have gifts - whether they can change into an animal, or heal, or use words to make things happen - Continue Reading
Review: Dressed to Kiss Anthology
Dressed to Kiss Anthology Released: September 12, 2016 Historical Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Once renowned for creating the most envied gowns in London, Madame Follette’s dressmaking shop has fallen far out of fashion. The approaching coronation of King George IV offers a chance to reclaim former glory by supplying stunning new wardrobes to the most glittering society in Regency England. In the face of long-held secrets, looming scandals, and the potential ruin of their Continue Reading
Review: ½ Cocked by Michelle Hughes
½ Cocked by Michelle Hughes Erotic Romance/NA August 6, 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Helyce Twenty-One-Year-Old College Student Becca Stewart has lived her life by the rules and never stepped over any lines. For once in her life she wants to be the bad girl and enjoy what she’s missing out on. She’s had a crush on the star quarterback at her university and decides to tell him how she feels. He’s all in for a night of wild sex until she confesses to being a virgin. Telling her he’d Continue Reading
Review: Perv by Dakota Gray
Perv by Dakota Gray (Filth #1) Released: August 23, 2016 Erotic Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: "Is there anything you need to warn me about?" I draw my mouth down her cheek then whisper in her ear, "I'm a pervert." This came as a Twitter recommendation (which really are the best kind) from Bree and several others. I started seeing tweets about a hero obsessed with giving oral and thought - well let me just see what this guy is all about. Warning: Continue Reading
Review: Covert Evidence by Rachel Grant
Covert Evidence by Rachel Grant (Evidence #1) Released: May 26, 2015 Romantic Suspense Self Published Reviewed by Mandi With visions of professional glory, underwater archaeologist Cressida Porter embarks on a research trip deep into the heart of Eastern Turkey. Her dreams turn into nightmares when she becomes the unwitting courier for a terrorist network. Stranded and unable to speak the language, she turns to a handsome and enigmatic security specialist for help, even while fearing Continue Reading
Review: Anything But Minor by Kate Stewart
Anything But Minor by Kate Stewart (Balls in Play #1) Released: July 15, 2016 Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: "You called my penis Jake Ryan." "It's the highest of compliments, I swear!" Tori told me to read this one and we have very similar taste (except for when it comes to big, southern dramas - but that's for another day). Has also recommend this and she is in my trusted reader circle. ALSO, this book is on Kindle Unlimited - how Continue Reading
Review: Fight The Tide by Keira Andrews
Fight The Tide by Keira Andrews Series: Kick at the Darkness, 2 Paranormal Dystopian M/M Romance Released: July 26, 2016 KA Books Reviewed by Sheena Favorite Quote: "Dude, I jerked off inside you." "You sure did." A virus that turns the infected into zombie-like killers spreads through a burning world thrown into lawless chaos. Lovers Parker and Adam have escaped to the open sea when they hear a message over the airwaves from a place called Salvation Island—a supposed safe Continue Reading
Review: Freight Trained by Sarah Curtis
Freight Trained by Sarah Curtis Romance Contemporary/Suspense July 13, 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “You’re the light to my dark, without you I’m blind, but with you I see.” Abigail O’Neal (Abby) has just moved to Jasper Falls from L.A. to take a position at the local high school. An intelligent abit awkward overachiever, Abby is looking to reinvent herself and finally have the friends and social life she’s always wanted. When her grandparent’s left her their Continue Reading
Review: Damaged Goods by Ainslie Paton
Damaged Goods by Ainslie Paton (Sidelined #2) Released: August 1, 2016 Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi I had highs and lows with this story. Overall I liked it - however there are some "buts" coming. Owen broke his back in a car accident, and his recovery and pain are not going well. Reliant on pain medication, he pretends he has it all under control. Owen, the CEO of a company with his good friends, thinks he is ready to resume his job, but his back has other Continue Reading
Review: True North by Tamsen Parker
True North by Tamsen Parker (The Compass #4) Released: July 25, 2016 Erotic BDSM Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: There's a reason I've been kind of an asshole my whole life, and it's because it's way easier than being a good person. This Compass series has stretched my boundaries in a good way. Heavy on BDSM, the previous books have focused on India and her now husband Cris. Overall I enjoyed them and when I heard Slade was getting a book - a man who is not presented Continue Reading