Who is Eden Summers? Give us the low down. I’m a happily married, Australian mother of two young boys. I love to dance and sing, although I’m not great at either. I try not to take life seriously, but do have a habit of stressing too much and I’m also a perfectionist. First, I have to say this cover is gorgeous. So sexy. Can you share with us who designed it and a bit about how it was developed? The cover was designed by a very talented Aussie author friend of mine – Willsin Rowe. Choosing Continue Reading
Review: Bronze Gods by A.A. Aguirre
Bronze Gods by A.A. Aguirre (Apparatus Infernum #1) April 30, 2013 Steampunk/Fantasy Ace Reviewed by May From the author’s website: Janus Mikani and Celeste Ritsuko work all hours in the Criminal Investigation Division, keeping citizens safe. He’s a charming rogue with an uncanny sixth sense; she’s all logic—and the first female inspector. Between his instincts and her brains, they collar more criminals than any other partnership in the CID. Then they’re assigned a potentially Continue Reading
Review: Hearts Of Shadow by Kira Brady
Hearts Of Shadow (Deadglass #2) by Kira Brady Paranormal Romance May 7, 2013 Zebra Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I order you to never wear panties again.” Grace Mercer’s unmatched wraith-killing ability made her the unofficial defender of a city shattered by supernatural catastrophe. So there’s no way she’ll allow the new regent of Seattle’s most powerful dragon shifter clan to “protect” her from a vicious evil stalking the ruined streets—and keep her from the freedom she’s risked Continue Reading
Review: Seal of Honor by Tonya Burrows
Seal of Honor by Tonya Burrows (Hornet #1) Romantic Suspense May 28, 2013 Entangled Reviewed by May “Couple ex-CIA spooks, an FBI negotiator, a Delta Force medic, an explosives tech…” His eyes slid away for the barest instant before he continued. “And a Marine sniper. They’re all experts in their fields-“ With former Navy SEAL Gabe Bristow at the lead, this new hostage rescue team (known as HORNET) is well on its way to being established – and how better than trial by fire? The guys Continue Reading
Review: Unforgiven by Anne Calhoun
Unforgiven by Anne Calhoun June 4, 2013 Contemporary Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi Adam leaves the marines and heads back to his home town of Walkers Ford, South Dakota to figure out what is next in his life. First up is being the best man in his good friend’s wedding. And while this may seem like a fun, and joyous occasion, it is actually quite complicated. Growing up Adam fell in love with a girl named Marissa. Adam was always high speed, high powered everything. Continue Reading
Review: Forbidden Fires by Jodie Griffin
Forbidden Fires by Jodie Griffin (Bondage & Breakfast #3) Romantic Suspense April 1, 2013 Carina Press Reviewed by Mandi Detective Delia Robinson and Fire Marshal Colin Butler had an intense fling a year ago, but their passion never turned into a relationship and they went their separate ways. But now Colin needs Delia’s assistance. There is a string of arsons and Colin and his team can’t figure out the connection between them all. He knows Delia is a top-notch detective and Continue Reading
Review: The Mad Earl’s Bride by Loretta Chase
The Mad Earl's Bride by Loretta Chase June 4, 2013 (Originally published in the Three Weddings and a Kiss anthology) Historical Romance Avon Impulse Reviewed by May Favorite quote: “If I always did what I was told, I should never accomplish anything.” Gwen wants to build a hospital and have it run as she sees fit. You see, she studies medicine and has a great interest in it, but because she is a woman has been denied the education to be a proper doctor. When she hears that Dorian has a Continue Reading
Review: Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh
Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh (Psy/Changeling #12) June 4, 2013 Paranormal Romance Berkley Reviewed by Mandi There has been much build up and secrecy with this book in the months leading up to publication. Who is the hero? Who is the heroine? Is the Ghost involved? I’ve gone back and forth trying to figure out how to review this book and not give away answers to those who are trying to avoid spoilers. But at the same time, it’s hard to review a book when I can’t mention characters Continue Reading
Winners!
The winner of the Beach Bag courtesy of Bella Andre is: Jane The five winners of Lucky Harbor books are: Michelle Drury Stacey P Texas Book Lover Jennifer G Kayla Tocco Congrats! Winners have been emailed. Continue Reading
Review: Captive by K.M. Fawcett
Captive by KM Fawcett (The Survival Race #1) Paranormal Romance June 4, 2013 Forever Yours Reviewed by Mandi I’ll say upfront my biggest frustration with this book is how the romance develops but otherwise it’s a fun ride. The hero and heroine are both human and have been kidnapped to an alien planet which is unique. Let me set it up Addy Dawson is a park ranger and while trying to get some visitors to safety when they come too close to a forest fire, she ends up being abducted Continue Reading