Beauty and the Rake by Erica Monroe Series: The Rookery Rogues, #3 Historical Romance April 21, 2015 Quillfire Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “This must be what heaven smelled like: musty books and leather furniture.“ A poor weaver from the ghetto of Whitechapel, Abigail Vautille may not have had much, but she had her looks and her job until a madman takes it all away from her. With no means of employment and a gambling addict for a father, Abigail is faced with the Continue Reading
Review: Ruby Ink by L.J. Wilson
Ruby Ink by LJ Wilson (Clairmont #1) Released: March 31, 2015 Contemporary Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi When this review request came through, the blurb caught my attension Aaron Clairmont has been granted an early parole. He returns home to Nickel Springs and finds employment at Abstract Enchantment, a trendy new inn. But Aaron’s mind can’t let go of its predecessor, the vintage Rose Arch Inn, the setting for his passionate love affair with Ruby Vasquez. Ruby—the girl he Continue Reading
Review: Once Upon a Dare by Jennifer Bonds
Once Upon a Dare by Jennifer Bonds (Risky Business #1) Released: April 7, 2015 Contemporary Romance Entangled Reviewed by Mandi Olivia is all about work as a high-powered ad executive and rarely goes on a date. She can't remember the last time she had sex. It's a somewhat stale life, but her work is important to her so she powers through each day. One night. after celebrating a big ad win with the hopes of being announced partner after the weekend, her friend dares her to approach a guy Continue Reading
Review: Meet me at the Gates by Kelly Wyre
Meet Me At the Gates by Kelly Wyre January 12, 2015 Loose Id LLC I believe my love of science fiction and time travel was what drew me to this story. The idea of a forever love through many, many lifetimes was intriguing; add to that, that one of the characters always knows who their soulmate is and I very much wanted to see how this played out. How do you make the person you know is soul mate fall in love with you? This story unfolds by introducing us to all the characters involved. Continue Reading
Review: Wolf Bride (Lust in the Tudor Court #1) by Elizabeth Moss
Wolf Bride (Lust in the Tudor Court #1) by Elizabeth Moss Historical Romance Released: May 5th 2015 Sourcebooks Casablanca Reviewed by Sheena Favorite Quote: "There was something in his voice that dug at the truth and would have it out." Lusty! Dramatic! Danger and King Henry VIII! Oh, how I love tales of Tudor intrigue, the nefarious plots, high handed Lords, court life and the oppressed women with fire in their bellies! Wolf Bride delivered on all counts. This was a different Continue Reading
Review: 50 Ways to Ruin a Rake by Jade Lee
50 Ways to Ruin a Rake (Rakes & Rogues #1) by Jade Lee Historical Romance Released: May 5th 2015 Sourcebooks Casablanca Reviewed by Sheena Mellie has a plan… Mellie Smithson is trapped in the country with no suitors and no prospects on the horizon except, perhaps, the exasperating—although admittedly handsome—guest of her father. She's looking for any excuse to go to London to meet more eligible men. Trevor has a problem… Trevor Anaedsley's grandfather has cut off his funds Continue Reading
Review: Taming The Legend by Kat Latham
Taming The Legend by Kat Latham Series: London Legends, #4 Contemporary Romance/Sports May 11, 2015 Carina Press Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “What can I say? With you I’ve always been easy.” “With me, you’ve always been adored.” London Legends rugby star Ash Trenton isn’t sure what he is going to do once he retires but coaching at a camp for troubled teens wasn’t on his to-do list. Not until an old lover shows up out of the blue asking for his help. Though it’s been eighteen Continue Reading
Review: Grave Phantoms by Jenn Bennett
Grave Phantoms by Jenn Bennett (Roaring Twenties #3) Released: May 5, 2015 Historical Paranormal Berkley Reviewed by Mandi I've enjoyed the heck out of this historical paranormal series. It took some convincing to start this series, as ghosts are not a favorite of mine (and they were the premise of book one). But many recommended this author so I read it and I've loved them so, so much. This book can be read as a stand alone but the hero has had page time previous to this book and I do Continue Reading
Smex Scene Sunday
Hero: Logan Mitchell. Lawyer. Arrogant, dominant, frustrating, and completely in love with his boyfriend-Tate Morrison. Hero: Tate Morrison. Bartender. Sweet, sexy, down to earth, and completely in love with his boyfriend-Logan Mitchell. “Do you remember that night we went dancing?” he asked, and as Tate nodded, Logan trailed his fingertips down his smooth chest to his navel. “You spent the entire time grinding all over my cock, and I promised myself that, one day, I’d Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy... B+ review - Pucked by Helena Hunting (erotic/mandi) B+ review - The Friend Zone by Kristen Callihan (new adult/tori) B+ review - Last Kiss by Jessica Clare and Jen Frederick (suspense/tori) B review - Midnight's Kiss by Thea Harrison (pnr/tori) B review - All For You by Laura Florand (contemporary/mandi) C+ review - Colin by Sotia Lazu (erotic/mandi) C review - Hide Your Heart by Tracey Alvarez (contemporary/mandi) D review - Win by Submission by Melynda Price Continue Reading