Dim Sum Asylum by Rhys Ford M/M Urban Fantasy Released: June 9, 2017 Dreamspinner Reviewed by Tracey Goodreads Blurb: Welcome to Dim Sum Asylum: a San Francisco where it’s a ho-hum kind of case when a cop has to chase down an enchanted two-foot-tall shrine god statue with an impressive Fu Manchu mustache that's running around Chinatown, trolling sex magic and chaos in its wake. Senior Inspector Roku MacCormick of the Chinatown Arcane Crimes Division faces a pile of challenges far beyond Continue Reading
Review: Shattered King by Sherilee Gray
Shattered King by Sherilee Gray Series: Lawless Kings, #1 Contemporary Romance Released: June 27, 2017 Swerve Reviewed by Sheena He’s after the woman who helped put him behind bars. She’s been in hiding for three years raising the son he doesn’t know about. Holding a grudge has never felt so good. Favorite Quote: “What are you looking at?” I turned into her, speaking against her ear. “Your mouth.” She pulled back, frowning. “Do I have something on my lips?” I shook my Continue Reading
Review: The Queen of Dauphine Street by Thea de Salle
The Queen of Dauphine Street by Thea de Salle Series: Nola Nights, #2 Romance Comedy/Erotic May 15, 2017 Pocket Star Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “You’re Bill Nye-ing my sex rig.” “I work in construction! Wood’s my thing!” “Well, it's my thing, too, but I’m not sure we’re having the same conversation anymore.” Socialite Madeline (Maddy) Roussoux seems to have it all. More money, fame, and fortune than one person could possibly desire but no one, besides maybe her Continue Reading
The “We Love Julie Garwood Giveaway” Winner
Congrats to erinf1!! They are the winner of the Julie Garwood giveaway. **winner has been notified** Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
HERO: A tormented dragon shifter, Forge is a warrior who has been sentenced to death by the Dragonkind elite. Recalling the memories of his family’s murders could drive him to the edge of insanity, but it’s the only way to remove the target on his back. Fiercely determined to protect his pack and his newborn son, Forge agrees to undergo harrowing treatments to help him remember the trauma buried deep inside his heart and mind. HEROINE: Young, bright, and haunted by her own demons, Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… B+ review-Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry (fantasy/tori) B+ review-The Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLean (historical/tori) B review-Not Another Rock Star by Amber Belldene (contemporary/mandi) B review- Coach's Challange by Avon Gale (mm contemporary/mandi) C review – The Sweetest Burn by Jeaniene Frost (fantasy/tori) C- review- The Hook Up by Tawna Fenske (contemporary/kini) D-review- Chief's Mess by L.A. Witt (mm Continue Reading
Mandi’s To-Be-Read
Undeserving by Madeline Sheehan - 7/1. Starting with a book that is going in my "maybe" pile. Fans of the Undeniable series have been waiting years for a new book, and now it's hear. It's Preacher's book, and it takes place in the past (as in present day Preacher is dead -- I think). Anyway - due to that, I'm not too excited. There are other present day characters that have stories that need to be told. But.......this series is so cracky. Sheena said it's just okay. Kindle l Continue Reading
Review: Not Another Rock Star by Amber Belldene
Not Another Rock Star (Hot Under Her Collar #3) Released: June 27, 2017 Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi I've really enjoyed this series - this is a four-star read for me, but probably book one and two I liked better (reviews). This one is super sweet and cute, but the two characters didn't grab me like they did in previous books. But this is still a good read. Suzannah DeWitt, better known as Suze, is an episcopal priest, former opera student, who is trying to Continue Reading
Review: The Sweetest Burn by Jeaniene Frost
The Sweetest Burn by Jeaniene Frost Series: Broken Destiny, #2 PNR/NA June 27, 2016 HQN Books Favorite Quote: “Cock blocked by an angel..That’s new.” Reviewed by Tori Conquering a supernatural realm turned out to be easier than getting over a broken heart. But her initial victory has made Ivy a target for revenge, forcing her to reunite with the dangerous—and dangerously sexy—Adrian. Ivy isn't sure which will be harder: finding the hallowed weapon that will repair the crumbling Continue Reading
Review: The Hook-Up by Tawna Fenske
The Hook-Up (First Impressions) Publication Date: July 3, 2017 Contemporary/Romantic Comedy Entangled Lovestruck Reviewed by Kini Ellie Sanders is over the fairytale, thank you very much. Content with her booming career as a purveyor of Madame Butterfly pleasure aids, she doesn’t need a man for anything—except maybe marketing tips. And, okay, a few fun nights with something that doesn’t require batteries. Love, marriage, and family aren’t in the cards for Tyler Hendrix. Period. The Continue Reading