Review: A Kiss for a Highlander by Jane Godman Historical Romance Released: June 9, 2015 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Sheena Stranded in the heart of England after Bonnie Prince Charlie’s hasty retreat, highlander Fraser Lachlan has sworn to stay by his injured friend’s side. But when a kindly English family takes Jack in to be cared for by the governess and healer at their Derbyshire estate, Fraser can only watch helplessly. It’s just a matter of time before Jack is turned over to Continue Reading
Review: True North by Liora Blake
True North by Liora Blake Series: True, #1 Romance Contemporary April 6, 2015 Pocket Star Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: "I remembered where I belong. I got off course for a second, but I found my way again and that brought me home. To you." Best selling novelist Kate Mosley chose to grieve and heal in private after a car accident claimed her husband’s life. When her publisher set ups a series of talk show appearances to revive her career, Kate is forced to back into the public Continue Reading
Review: The Duke’s Holiday by Maggie Fenton
The Duke's Holiday by Maggie Fenton (Regency Romp Trology #1) Released: April 2015 Historical Romance Montlake Reviewed by Mandi I recently saw this book favorably reviewed at Dear Author and it made me realize it's been awhile since I've sat down and giggled through a historical romance. This is a really fun book. The duke of Montford is a very serious, intense, dour duke. He takes his responsibilities very seriously, running a pristine estate and always doing his duty for his country. Continue Reading
Review: The Shadow Revolution by Clay & Susan Griffith
The Shadow Revolution by Clay and Susan Griffith Series: Crown & Key, #1 Historical/Steampunk/Sci Fi Fantasy June 2, 2015 Del Rey Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Let’s not argue in front of the children, dear.” As fog descends, obscuring the gas lamps of Victorian London, werewolves prowl the shadows of back alleys. But they have infiltrated the inner circles of upper-crust society as well. Only a handful of specially gifted practitioners are equipped to battle the beasts. Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
The two dirtiest books I've read this past week are two books I've already talked a lot about. But what can a girl do? So I'm doing a two-fer today. A brief glimpse into True North by Liora Blake and Beautiful Player by Christina Lauren. Then I'll move on after this. Promise *wink* Hero: Rock star/rapper Trevor. Bad boy image. Not so nice lyrics. LA boy. Misunderstood. Heroine: Novelist Kate. Lost her husband a few years ago. Rural Montana girl....likes bad Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy... A review - Shards of Hope by Nalini Singh (paranormal/sheena) B+ review - Asking for It by Lilah Pace (dark contemporary/mandi) B+ review - Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates (contemporary/mandi) B review - Suddenly One Summer by Julie James (contemporary/mandi) B- review - Fandemic by Jennifer Estep (superhero romance/may) C+ review - I'll Stand by You by Sharon Sala (contemporary/tori) C review - Never Resist a Rake by Mia Marlowe (historical/sheena) D review - Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten – June 5
10. Your Friday cute. I'm not a big fan of rabbits - but I would love this rabbit forever and ever!! His name is Wally and he has his own Instagram page. As bunnies do. 9. Books on sale you should get: After Hours by Cara McKenna $.99 - Kindle l Review Rocky Ride by Vivian Arend free - Kindle The Siren by Tiffany Reisz $4.99 Kindle l Review Chase Me by Tessa Bailey $.99 Kindle l Review The Warlord's Wife by Sandra Lake $.99 Kindle l Review 8. One more book that is on sale Continue Reading
Review: Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates
Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates (Copper Ridge #2) Contemporary Romance Released: May 26, 2015 Harlequin Reviewed by Mandi I loved the first book in this series (Part Time Cowboy), which features Connor and I couldn't wait to get his story. My expectations were definitely met. Connor, along with his brother Eli (hero in book one) and younger sister Kate (heroine in the next book) own a big ranch, although Connor is the one who lives on the ranch and does most of the work. Three years Continue Reading
Review: Never Resist a Rake by Mia Marlowe
Review: Never Resist a Rake (Somerfield Park #2) by Mia Marlowe Historical Romance Released: June 2, 2015 Sourcebooks Casablanca Reviewed by Sheena John Fitzhugh Barrett is surprised to discover that instead of being a bastard, he’s the legitimate heir to the Somerset marquessate. Once word gets out that he must continue the Somerset line, eligible bachelorettes from across the country descend upon Somerfield Park, hoping to snatch John up before it’s too late. But John has no interest Continue Reading
Feature: All the Right Places by Jenna Sutton
Amelia Winger is a small-town girl with big dreams of becoming a successful designer. So when she gets a gig designing accessories for denim empire Riley O’Brien & Co., it’s a dream come true. Amelia can handle the demanding job, but she isn’t quite prepared for sexy CEO Quinn O’Brien. She’s doing her best to keep things professional, but the attraction sparking between them makes it personal. And so does the secret project she's working on behind his back... Quinn’s not interested in the Continue Reading