Arm Candy by Jessica Lemmon Real Love #2 Contemporary September 5, 2017 Loveswept Reviewed by: Helyce Davis is a regular patron of McGreevy’s bar. After work, he sits at the bar, on “his” stool and focuses on CNN while he drinks his Sam Adams beer. Sometimes he’s alone and sometimes his buddy Vince joins him. As for female company, Davis definitely has a type--petite and blonde and lucky for Davis, there’s a steady stream through the bar. But, it’s the redhead behind the bar that has really Continue Reading
Smexy Deals!!
The father of the bride-to-be notes the confusion on his daughter’s face. Just before her walk down the aisle, Judi Monroe overhears a conversation that indicates marrying Sterling Carroll might be a big mistake. Escaping her socialite wedding in Lake Forest, Illinois, she heads west, covering her tracks as she goes. In an isolated corner of Wyoming, she swerves her car to avoid hitting a horse and rider, crashing into a tree. She’s rescued by that lone rider – or Ranger, as she fleetingly Continue Reading
Review: The Lady of Royale Street by Thea deSalle
The Lady of Royale Street by Thea deSalle NOLA Nights, #3 Erotic Contemporary Romance Pocket Star Books Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I won’t judge you for your coffee choices.” When Sol DuMont asks his brother Alex to be his best man at his wedding to socialite Adrianna (Rain) Barrington, Alex is at a loss as to why but reluctantly agrees. Alex and Sol are like oil and water; Alex is uptight, devout, serious, and regimented in his professional and personal life while Sol Continue Reading
Review: Cover of Night by Laura Griffin
Cover of Night by Laura Griffin (Alpha Crew #2) Released: September 4, 2017 Romantic Suspense Novella Pocket Star Reviewed by Mandi Karly writes for a magazine, and is on assignment in Thailand, writing a story about the United States ambassador to Thailand and his family. With the story almost wrapped up, Karly decides to sneak out of her hotel room and get a drink and maybe even go on a boat. She has met a few people at the resort she has connected with, and decides it might be fun Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
Hero: Rykr. The descendant of two Gods and a Guardian of Earth. Cursed with demons. Fated mate of Lucy. Obscenely tall according to the cover of the book. Heroine: Lucy. Older than Rykr and makes him wait ten years to come for her - so he can experience life. But their mating bond is strong - and when danger starts to come for her, Rykr can't stay away...... “Kiss me, Rykr.” The sound from his throat was primal and wild. Suddenly, he grabbed her waist and lifted her, Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… B+ review – The Kingpin at Camelot by Cassandra Gannon (fantasy, comedy/tori) B review – Disorderly Conduct by Tessa Bailey (contemporary erotic/tori) B- review – Can't Hardly Breathe by Gena Showalter (contemporary/tori) C review – Holiday in the Hamptons by Sarah Morgan (contemporary/sheena) C review- When the Scandal Sins by Anna Harrington (historical/mandi) C+ review – Destined to Crave by Setta Jay (paranormal/mandi) C+ review – Maybe I do by Nicole McLaughlin Continue Reading
Tori and Mandi’s To-Be-Read in September List
Tori's TBR: A Conspiracy in Belgravia by Sherry Thomas 9/5- I thoroughly enjoyed book one of this series and can’t wait to see what Thomas has in store for our heroine in this historical fiction series that gender bends the legend of Sherlock Holmes. Review to come. Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas-9/5-Referred to as the YA Game of Thrones, the 6th book in Maas’ epic Throne of Glass series is the one I’ve been waiting for. We are finally getting Chaol’s book and I for one am Continue Reading
Review: The Kingpin of Camelot by Cassandra Gannon
The Kingpin of Camelot by Cassandra Gannon A Kinda Fairytale, #3 Romance Comedy/Fantasy July 31, 2017 Star Turtle Publishing Favorite Quote: He needed more guards. And weapons. And supplies. … And girly things... Reviewed by Tori The Queen: Guinevere must save Camelot. Ever since Arthur died, the evil Scarecrow has been trying to marry her and gain the crown. If she and her daughter are going to survive his mad schemes, Gwen needs to find Merlyn’s wand. Fast. Unfortunately, the Continue Reading
Smexy Deals!
When friends lose the benefits, can the friendship be saved? Love Me Like A Rock With the right art tools, there’s almost nothing Austin can’t make real. Except an official relationship with his best friend, rowing teammate and occasional hookup, Vinnie. Emotional and sexual frustration fuel a spark between Austin and Sean, the nude model in drawing class. After a quick and very dirty encounter, all the reasons Austin has been waiting for Vinnie go fuzzy in his mind. But if Austin Continue Reading
Review: Mess With Me by Nicole Helm
Mess With Me by Nicole Helm (A Mile High Romance #2) Released: August 29, 2017 Contemporary Romance Zebra Reviewed by Mandi This author has written some really cute romances but ...and it's a big but. I don't like this series. I didn't like book one, but I decided to give this one a try because I enjoy her voice so much - and I didn't like this book either. What I don't like about this book (and series in general) is the overall tone. It's just not a fun read. I like darker books with Continue Reading