Too Dangerous to Desire by Cara Elliott (Lord of Midnight #3) Historical Romance November 20, 2012 Forever Reviewed by May Sophie closed her eyes for a fleeting instant. “I’m delighted that you found your knight in shining armor, Georgie. But not all of us are fated to be so lucky. If there are any reptiles that need slaying, I fear I shall have to sharpen my own sword.” Sophie is the eldest sister, a spinster, and woman who found her true love once upon a time but turned his offer of Continue Reading
Review: The Importance of Being Wicked by Miranda Neville
The Importance of Being Wicked by Miranda Neville (The Wild Quartet #1) November 27, 2012 Historical Romance Avon Reviewed by Mandi This book gives us two unlikely people to fall in love – a Duke, nicknamed Lord Stuffy, who while is no means desolate, would prefer to marry a rich heiress. And a widowed heroine who parties, doesn’t care for the rules of the ton, and because of her late husband’s debts, owes many people money. My main problem with this book is that by the end, I Continue Reading
Review: Shadow’s Claim by Kresley Cole
Shadow’s Claim by Kresley Cole (The Dacians: Realm of Blood and Mist #1) November 27, 2012 Paranormal Romance Pocket Reviewed by Mandi This book starts a spin-off series from Kresley Cole’s Immortals After Dark series. The Dacians are briefly introduced to us in Lothaire, and since I love that series, I was eager to read this book. The world building is quite confusing early on in this book but I’ll set up the hero and heroine for you. Trehan Daciano is an immortal Vampire Continue Reading
Review: What an Earl Wants by Kasey Michaels
What an Earl Wants by Kasey Michaels (The Redgraves #1) Historical Romance November 20, 2012 Harlequin Reviewed by May Favorite quote: “Maribel has seen more cocks than any three generations of hens.” About the book (from author’s website): Gideon Redgrave, eldest child of the late Earl of Saltwood, refuses to be humbled by the scandal that once tore his family apart. He's built his life in London society around one rule: trust no one. So the last thing he wants is to play guardian Continue Reading
To Be Read–February
A few titles I’m looking forward to coming up in February. You can check out my previous January post as well. Winterblaze by Kristen Callihan – February 26. Thanks to the prodding of many of my friends, I read book one, Firelight in this paranormal historical series and really enjoyed it. Bonus – book two is pretty awesome as well. Very excited for book three in this series. Each book has a new HEA, but I recommend starting from the beginning. Goodreads l Kindle Lord of Darkness Continue Reading
Review: Running Wild by Linda Howard and Linda Jones
Running Wild by Linda Howard and Linda Jones. (The Men from Battle Ridge #1) November 27, 2012 Contemporary Romance Ballantine Reviewed by Mandi I’m not huge on romantic suspense stories that involve stalkers. They frustrate me because I feel like either the stalker isn’t really a viable threat or the heroine doesn’t take her safety seriously, making me roll my eyes. So when this story started, I braced for frustration, instead I was impressed with the stalker and the story Continue Reading
Winner!
The winner of a set of Larissa Ione’s Lords of Deliverance series is: Danielle Gorman Congrats! Continue Reading
Review: In Her Sights by Charley Colins
In Her Sights by Charley Colins Romantic Suspense October 16, 2012 Self Published Lexie Olympia is not only a very rich philanthropist and business woman but also a killer. When she was just a child she saw her parents brutally murdered. She was taken in by her Uncle Gabe who exposed her to her family’s business, making her grow up quick. Now as an adult, Lexie has a keen business sense and uses her wealth to help many charities. She also has taken to the streets at night with her Continue Reading
Review: Wallbanger by Alice Clayton
Wallbanger by Alice Clayton November 27, 2012 Contemporary Romance Omnific Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “So I told the guy, there is no way I’m organizing your ‘play room’. You can arrange your own riding crops!” When Caroline Reynolds agrees to sublet her bosses apartment, she has no idea of the antics her next door neighbor is involved in. Simon Parker is not a “relationship” kind of guy, evident by the harem of women he’s involved with. When Simon’s late night Continue Reading
Review: Nightingale by Jennifer Estep
Nightingale by Jennifer Estep (Bigtime #4) Released: July 12, 2012 Superhero Romance Self Published Reviewed by May Abby Alexandra Appleby was nothing if not persistent. The premier party planner in Big Time, Abby is a woman who has super senses (hearing, sight, etc) – but she’s no hero. She spends her time pulling off amazing events and is known for being prepared for anything. The one thing she couldn’t prepare herself for is running into superhero Talon, who is shot by a villain Continue Reading