An Affair to Dismember by Elise Sax (The Matchmaker #1) Contemporary Romance January 29, 2013 Ballantine Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “Man whore. Guy Slut. Penis hound dog.” Gladie Burger comes from a long line of matchmaker women. Unfortunately, Gladie doesn’t seem to have the same skills and abilities that her grandmother does. That said, she can’t seem to hold a job and so she doesn’t have much to lose. Now she’s moved in with her grandma (her only living relative) and is Continue Reading
Review: The Temptation of Your Touch by Teresa Medeiros
The Temptation of your Touch by Teresa Medeiros (Burke Brothers #2) January 29, 2013 Historical Romance Pocket Reviewed by May Maximillian Burke has always prided himself on being the man every mother would want her daughter to marry. But after his scoundrel of a brother makes off with Max's bride, Max discovers it's more satisfying to be a rogue than the perfect gentleman. Forced to flee London after a duel gone wrong, Max seeks refuge at Cadgwyck Manor on the lonely coast of Cornwall, Continue Reading
Winners!
The ten winners of How to Misbehave by Ruthie Knox are: Jenifer Barb Chris Dani K Susan S. Lacey T sarac Sandy D. Brianne Bee Congrats! You all have been emailed. Thanks to Ruthie for hosting the giveaway. Continue Reading
Review: Killing Time by Cindy Gerard
Killing Time by Cindy Gerard (One Eyed Jacks #1) Romantic Suspense January 22, 2013 Pocket Reviewed by May Hero cries. Gabe shows up. (Grade: A) Ok, so perhaps my five word review (that I texted to Mandi) isn't quite enough, so I will explain in a few more words. I am a huge fan of Cindy Gerard, and I recommend pretty much every book she’s written since the first Bodyguard book. When she ended that series she did so in a way that launched us smoothly into her next series – known as Continue Reading
Winner!
The winner of Unforgivable by Joanna Chambers is: Sarah Congrats! Thanks to Joanna for stopping by! Continue Reading
Review: Unforgivable by Joanna Chambers
Unforgivable by Joanna Chambers January 15, 2013 Historical Samhain Reviewed by May After a moment, she heard the soft click of the door as it opened and closed behind him. Even then, Rose did not give in to tears. Instead, she turned her misery to hate. She fantasized about how she could punish him. There were physical punishments, of course; throwing something at him would be satisfying, something large and hard. But physical pain wasn't good enough; she wanted to pay him back in Continue Reading
Review: A Kiss for Midwinter by Courtney Milan
A Kiss for Midwinter by Courtney Milan (Brothers Sinister #1.5) Historical Novella December 18, 2012 Self Published Reviewed by May He had decided it would be best not to mention his main reason for wanting to marry- that he thought it expedient to procure a regular source of sexual intercourse without risking syphilis. In her last book The Duchess War, Lydia was seen through the eyes of her best friend (heroine of that book), and we could see some tensions brewing between Lydia and Continue Reading
Winners!
The winners of January’s Take my Books contest are: Set #1 – Patricia C. Set #2 – Carla Set #3 – Tiffany Talley Set #4 – Susan W. Set #5 – Texas Book Lover. All winners have been emailed. We’ll do it again next month. Continue Reading
Review: The Lady Most Willing by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway
The Lady Most Willing by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway Historical Romance December 28, 2012 Avon Reviewed by May When Laird Taran Ferguson's nephews refuse to wed and secure his birthright, he takes matters into his own hands, raiding a ball and kidnapping four likely brides—a bonny lass, an heiress with a slight reputation problem, a rich English beauty, and a maiden without a name or a fortune. But which one is ready to fall in love with the Scottish lord? Add a very Continue Reading
May’s Top 12 of 2012
Oh how to choose the best books I read this year? I’ve decided to get tough, and I am sharing with you today only twelve books I adored in 2012. These are personal favorites, those that stood out above the crowd. I’m sorry to say some favorite authors of mine didn’t make the list this year (better luck next year, ladies!) and yes, many of my favorites you’re likely to see on other smexy lists this year. Without further ado, here are twelve books I give my hearty stamp of approval and highest Continue Reading