We are happy to have Karen Hawkins with us today, to celebrate her latest release, The Taming of the Scottish Princess. The opening scene of this book (The Taming of a Scottish Princess) did such an amazing job of setting up both our story, and perfectly showing us Jane and Michael on the cusp of a new romance. Between her practical gown that was unsuitable for the occasion and his whistling at her so she didn’t have to wonder where he was – I was hooked from the start. What was your Continue Reading
Review: The Taming of a Scottish Princess by Karen Hawkins
The Taming of a Scottish Princess by Karen Hawkins (Hurst Amulet #4) Historical Romance May 22, 2012 Pocket Reviewed by May Favorite quote: Jane’s brown eyes shimmered with mockery as she met his gaze. “I’m so disappointed not to meet the duke, but you know how it is.” “Fainthearted twit.” “Cravated grump.” “Saucy, foul wench.” “Ham-fisted curmudgeon.” “Shrill shrew—“ “Please!” Mary interjected. “Both of you!” Michael kept his gaze locked on Continue Reading
Review: Succubi Are Forever by Jill Myles
Succubi are Forever by Jill Myles (Succubus Diaries #4) Paranormal Romance April 20, 2012 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi When I read book one, I honestly didn’t like Jackie, the heroine very much. However, I stuck with this series, and she has grown on me immensely. This book wraps up her story, although I really hope Jill Myles revisits this world. It is sexy and so much fun. If you are not current with this series, there are spoilers for previous books ahead. Jackie and Zane are Continue Reading
Review: Her Wicked Ways by Darcy Burke
Her Wicked Ways by Darcy Burke Historical Romance May 2012 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi I saw Tessa Dare tweet about this book and since I have no discipline when it comes to buying books, I immediately downloaded it onto my Kindle. I read the first chapter and knew I would be finishing this one quickly. I really enjoyed the first 85% of this book. After that, I had some problems, but let’s talk about the good stuff first. Lady Miranda Sinclair has been banished from London by Continue Reading
Review: Lethal Rider by Larissa Ione
Lethal Rider (Lords Of Deliverance #3) by Larissa Ione Paranormal Romance May 22, 2012 Grand Central Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “See, K, this is why I always want to kill your friends.“ Thanatos is free from the stasis his brother and sister placed him in. He’s free... and primed for revenge. Thanatos spent thousands of years celibate in order to avoid breaking his seal and moving the world one step closer to the apocalypse. This is, until the night he is drugged and Continue Reading
Review: Deadly Descendant by Jenna Black
Deadly Descendant (Nikki Glass #2) by Jenna Black Urban Fantasy April 24, 2012 Pocket Books Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “Who’d have thought a broody, angry man, a death goddess descendant with a badly damaged soul, could kiss like an erotic dream come true? “ Nikki Glass went from an average everyday private investigator to an immortal descendant of Artemis in a matter of minutes. Now a member of the Liberi, a group of immortal descendants, Nikki is struggling to find a way to Continue Reading
Simon & Schuster Deals and Release Day Giveaway
First up, some e-book deals from Simon & Schuster: Untraceable by Laura Griffin - Love the Tracer series or heard about it and don't know where to begin? Well from now till 6/3, buy the e-book of Untraceable for just $.99 Simon & Schuster l Kindle l Nook A Winter Scandal by Candace Camp - Christmas is over, but this heartfelt romance will never end. Get the e-book for Winter Scandal by NYT Bestselling author Candace Camp for just $2.99 from now until 6/17 Simon & Schuster l Continue Reading
Review: Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis
Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis (Lucky Harbor #4) May 22, 2012 Contemporary Romance Grand Central Reviewed by Mandi I really enjoy the Lucky Harbor series by Jill Shalvis. The first three books centered around three sisters, each finding love. Now Jill Shalvis turns the attention of the series to three girlfriends, and their quest to help each other in the romance department. We meet Mallory (town good girl), Amy (town bad girl) and Grace (the new one in town), who end up meeting Continue Reading
Review: Let Me In by Callie Croix
Let Me In by Callie Croix May 21, 2012 Contemporary Novella Carina Press Reviewed by Mandi Home from the Middle East for Thanksgiving, marine Talia Barnett doesn’t really have a home to go to. Her mother is a hoarder and not on good terms with Talia, but that doesn’t mean Talia doesn’t have guilt. She doesn’t know how to help her mom, and feels much shame at the entire situation. But to her surprise, her good friend Angie is waiting at the airport, determined to take her home with Continue Reading
Review: Make Me by Charlotte Stein
Make Me by Charlotte Stein Erotic M/M/F Contemporary May 17, 2012 Mischief Books Reviewed by Mandi I only recently discovered Charlotte Stein when someone recommended I read Sheltered, which I really enjoyed. When I started to look at her backlist, I realized most of what she has published is erotic, and I’ve found a few that I really liked (Control, for example.) I’m determined to keep current with her new releases because I think she has a great voice. Make Me didn’t quite do it for me Continue Reading