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
Feature and Giveaway! Spitfire Series by Nicole French
Skylar Ellen Crosby is a typical redhead: blunt, passionate, with a bit of a temper. Okay, so maybe she gets in her own head sometimes. At the end of her third year at Harvard Law, all Skylar wants is to figure out her next steps: ones that will hopefully include a job, an apartment, and enough money to help her father stop getting into trouble. She can't afford to be distracted these days anyway, especially not by men. She simply has no room for romance, especially the kind that might break Continue Reading
Review: Coach’s Challenge by Avon Gale
Coach's Challenge (Scoring Chances #5) M/M Hockey Romance Released: June 26, 2017 Dreamspinner Reviewed by Mandi This is the first time I have read this author - I didn't know I was missing out on a m/m hockey series! What I liked about this book is that it takes place in the minor league of the NHL. The author includes a note at the beginning, briefly explaining the minor league system for the NHL and I appreciated that. I enjoyed seeing a minor league team and the struggles some of Continue Reading
Review: Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry
Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry Fantasy/Myths and Legends July 4, 2017 Berkley Favorite Quote: “I hate Peter Pan.” Reviewed by Tori There is one version of my story that everyone knows. And then there is the truth. This is how it happened. How I went from being Peter Pan’s first—and favorite—lost boy to his greatest enemy. Peter brought me to his island because there were no rules and no grownups to make us mind. He brought boys from the Other Place to Continue Reading
We Love Julie Garwood Giveaway!!
“She started three wars the first week.” ― Julie Garwood, The Bride I love everything Julie Garwood's writes; from her amusing and sensual historicals to her suspense-filled contemporaries. The first book that introduced me to Julie Garwood's works was from her Laird's Fiancees series. At the time I was working in a used bookstore and an older woman brought in a huge box filled with historical romances. As I started going through them to credit her account, I made the remark I wasn't Continue Reading
Review: The Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLean
The Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLean Series: Scandal & Scoundrel, #3 Historical Romance June 27, 2017 Avon Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Would you like to know why I kept the name?” “Yes.” “Because doves mate for life, and I knew there would never be another for me.” Readers have been waiting for this couple’s story since they were first seen in book one-A Rogue Not Taken. Malcolm, the Duke of Haven, is caught at a party in a compromising position with a woman who is Continue Reading
Review: Chief’s Mess by L.A. Witt
Chief's Mess (Anchor Point #3) Released: June 19, 2017 M/M Romance Riptide Publishing Reviewed by Tracey Blurb: Anthony Talbot is in Anchor Point to visit family, but after two days of strife, he needs a break. A local gay bar is calling his name. When Chief Noah Jackson sees that red head stroll into the club, he immediately wants him. They’re perfectly matched, and before long, they’re burning up the sheets. Noah can’t get enough. Anthony can’t stay in Oregon for long, but as soon as he Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… A review- Dating You/Hating You by Christina Lauren (contemporary/tracey) B review-A Most Unlikely Duke by Sophia Barnes (historical/tori) B review- Seducing Mr. Sykes by Maggie Robinson (historical/mandi) B review-The Cartographer by Tamsen Parker (mm contemporary/mandi) B- review- Called Out by Jen Doyle (contemporary/kini) B- review-Where I Belong by M. O'Keefe (suspense/tori) C+ review- Until It Fades by K.A. Tucker (contemporary/tori) C review – All There is by Continue Reading
Review: Called Out by Jen Doyle
Called Out by Jen Doyle Series: Calling It, #3 Contemporary/Sports Romance May 29, 2017 Carina Press Reviewed by Kini Jack "Ox" Oxford is used to being alone. Granted, when you screw over your friends, being alone isn't always a choice. Playing for the Chicago Watchmen is a last-ditch effort to save his career…and right some of his past wrongs. He's not expecting a warm reception, but he's also not expecting a flat tire to change everything. Recovering control freak, single mom and Continue Reading