The Runaway Duchess by Jillian Eaton Released: July 2013 Historical Romance Self Published Reviewed by May In re-reading the blurb I was sent about this book I can see why I was so eager to read it. Marriage of convenience, commoner hero, free spirited heroine – heck I want to read it again just thinking about the set up. The problem is that in every possible way, this book was a fail for me. It was very nearly a DNF but I was curious enough about some aspects that I muddled through it. Continue Reading
A Chat with Author Katee Robert
Who is Katee Robert? Give us the low down. Oh lord, I never know how to answer this question. Mom, soon-to-be-wife, writer, geek, gamer, Cumberbitch. I wear a lot of hats, and most of them are pretty fabulous (though I might not say as much when I’m cleaning questionable substances out of my carpet at six am). I have fun, and I guess that’s all you can ask for, right? ;) Two Wrongs, One Right just released. Per the blurb: Eight years ago, former Army sergeant Nathan Schultz let the Continue Reading
Review: Weight Of Silence by A.M. Arthur
Weight Of Silence (Cost of Repairs, #3) by A.M Arthur M/M Romance Contemporary/NA August 6, 2013 Samhain Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Sex is about two people. If you don’t want what’s happening, then it’s not worth doing “ Gavin Perez is a young 23 year old gay man who lives at home, has a dead end job, and an abusive father. Jace Ramsey is a 19 year old college student home for the holidays. When he and Gavin meet over a spilled bowl of cranberry relish, the chemistry Continue Reading
Review: Tempting Fate by Amber Lin
Tempting Fate by Amber Lin (The Lost Girls #3) Released: August 6, 2013 Erotic Contemporary Novella Loose Id Reviewed by Mandi Rose is a very talented ballet dancer with aching joints. She has been dreaming of opening up her own ballet studio and teach, and she thinks she has enough money saved up to make that step. When her friend finds the perfect spot to lease, Rose knows now is the time. But Rose lives with a very overprotective older brother and knows she must break the news Continue Reading
Joint Review: Shooting Scars by Karina Halle
Shooting Scars by Karina Halle (The Artists Trilogy #2) Released: August 20, 2013 Romantic Suspense Grand Central We strongly encourage you to read book one, Sins & Needles before reading this book. They are both highly recommend! Tori: Everyone who has read Karina Halle’s Artist Trilogy has been clutching their pearls in a panic waiting on the release of Shooting Scars. Book one, Sins & Needles, left us literally hanging by our fingertips over a screaming chasm. Continue Reading
Review: The Closer by Rhonda Nelson
The Closer Rhonda Nelson Released: August 20, 2013 Contemporary Romance Harlequin Reviewed by May Blurb: Current Status: To protect stunning jeweler and a priceless piece of…lingerie? Ranger Security has just assigned former ranger Griff Wicklow to protect a priceless diamond-encrusted bra. And while Griff has more experience removing bras than protecting them, his job is about to get even more complicated. Because temptation just walked in disguised as Jessalyn Rossi, the drop-dead Continue Reading
Review: Handcuffed in Housewares by Nikki Duncan
Handcuffed in Housewares by Nikkie Duncan (Tulle and Tulips #3) Contemporary Romance Released: August 20, 2013 Samahin Reviewed by Mandi I thought the blurb for this book was so cute, This is the beginning: Monday mornings have a reputation for sucking, and today is no different for Burton Anderson. One year ago, his “perfect” life full of prestige, money, success and travel crumbled in the glaring light of betrayal. This morning? This close to making his new construction Continue Reading
Review: Diamond Dust by Vivian Arend
Diamond Dust by Vivian Arend Takhini Wolves #3 Paranormal Romance August 20, 2013 Samhain Reviewed by Helyce Caroline Bradley is a human knowingly living among wolf shifters. Over the years, she’s earned her place with them and is a trusted and respected part of the community. But things are about to change. For one, her lover, Evan, pack alpha, has sniffed out his mate leaving her on her own. If that wasn’t enough, the bear shifters from neighboring territories have moved in on Continue Reading
Guest Author Dana Marton: Small Town Heroism
Once when my husband went out to fight a fire, he was on the ladder, shooting water through a window, not realizing in the noise and chaos that the window below him blew. He felt hot, even in his protective clothing, but, well, he was fighting a fire. He didn't think much of the heat, just focused on his job. Until the chief started yelling in the radio for him to look down. Flames were shooting out the window below him, engulfing him to the waist. Oddly, he went back to this the Continue Reading
Whiskey and Wry (Sinners, #2) by Rhys Ford
Whiskey and Wry (Sinners, #2) by Rhys Ford M/M Contemporary Romance August 19, 2012 Dreamspinner Press NOTE: Spoilers from book one, Sinner’s Gin In book one, Sinner’s Gin, Ms. Ford left us with a deliciously heartbreaking cliffhanger that had me hooked and hungry for this book. Because of that, it is impossible for me to write this without a bit of book one spoilers. In Sinner’s Gin, we met Miki St. John, lead singer of the band, Sinner’s Gin. Miki was in a bad place as he grieved Continue Reading