Review - The Viscount's Prize by Patricia Bates

Title: The Viscount's Prize

Author: Patricia Bates

Publisher: Carnal Passions

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Rating: You Want to Read


Reviewed by: Jennifer


When his younger brother is summoned to Versailles, Vicomte Frederique de la Tour decides to intervene and takes his place. King Louis's XV court is stunned when instead of a lad, the legendary spy, known to his underworld associates only as The Wolf arrives.

Lady in Waiting Hélène d'Ètoilles' life has been serene: Serve Her Majesty the Queen of France with grace and obedience. Now her life and her sense of self are in turmoil when she discovers she's been gifted to a nobleman for his family's loyalty and years of service. No longer a lady in waiting to the Queen of France, she's thrown into a world of subterfuge and passion, of lust and power.


I loved this book. Intrigue and hot passionate sex, what more could a girl want? Patricia Bates can tell a story. This was a hot and intense story, that left me wanting more. All the characters were well written and I loved that most of the women were strong and independent women. I also liked the little twists in the story. Like who Helene's mother is. I do wish that the fact that she was a spy would have been known earlier or that it would have been a more important part of the plot. It was a great read!

Review - Her Virgin Voyage by Laine Morgan

Title: Her Virgin Voyage

Author: Laine Morgan

Publisher: Carnal Passions

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Rating: You Want To Read


Reviewed by: Jennifer

Olivia Martin finds herself thrust through time with a dangerous but sexy pirate, Diego, from the year 1472. Whether fighting Indians on the ancient Florida coast, or battling the future's laser-packing law enforcement, Olivia finds herself drawn to Diego more than anyone she had ever met in her own time. But could she have Diego in her own time? Could she even get back to 2009 at all?


This story is about one hundred pages of blood pumping sex and adventure. Ms. Morgan does a great job putting all the story pieces together. In a short amount of pages she manages to tell this great story of love and the obstacles to overcome. With all the obstacles it has a great outcome. I really enjoyed this book.

Review - Touch Me, Tease Me, Whip Me by Eliza Gayle

Title: TOUCH ME, TEASE ME, WHIP ME

Author: Eliza Gayle

Publisher: Phaze Books

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Rating: You Need to Read
 

Reviewed by: Gabrielle
 


Recovering from a bad relationship, Walker comes to Purgatory looking for a place to call home. While he enjoys the casual play, he yearns to make a connection with a submissive for the long-term. The second he lays eyes on beautiful, mysterious Cass at the flogging station, his mind is made up.

Cass enjoys the sense of anonymity Purgatory gives her, and despite her determination to live by her rules she is unable to resist Walker. Can Cass overcome her personal demons to give in completely to the Dom who has her heart, and a mighty strong whip, in his hands?  

Walker has come to the club Purgatory to get over a bad relationship. He wants to be around people who accept and care about him as he is no objections or ridicules for his lifestyle. As the time goes by Walker begins to think that he will never find the right woman for him. That is until the day he sees Cass. He finds his instant attraction to her unnerving but he cannot let her just disappear from his life especially after seeing her in a session with fellow Dom Dex.

Cass has her own demons to deal with. Although she is immediately attracted to Walker she is scared to face it or to do anything about it. She has come to the club trying to satisfy her desires but when she sees Walker her world is turned upside down and she must choose. Can she give heart over to another dominant again or will she close herself off forever because of what she has endured in the past?

Having enjoyed the first book in this series I was excited to see this one. Eliza Gayle brings the reader into her captivating world and doesn’t let you go until the very end. Even then she has the reader waiting for another chance to come back and visit her wonderful world. The characters are always full of emotion and depth and this book does not disappoint. Walker is a strong dominant that knows what he is doing and always goes after what he wants. He is a well-rounded character that may be overwhelming at times but also has doubts of his own. Cass is a wounded soul that needs a man like Walker to show her what a real relationship is about.

My only problem with this story was that we did not get the whole story on what happened to Cass to make her unhappy. A little more back-story on Cass would have made this book more interesting and it would help the reader understand her reactions to Walker a bit more. The relationship that builds between these two is a great read. I loved how intense Walker feels and how understanding and patient he is with Cass. She maybe shy about starting a new relationship with Walker but we see that Cass is a strong woman and she begins to bloom again with Walkers help.
TOUCH ME, TEASE ME, WHIP ME is a faced paced hot read that does not disappoint. I cannot wait to read the next installment of the Purgatory series.

Review - Fear and Desire by Kathleen Brandt

Title: Fear and Desire

Author: Kathleen Brandt

Publisher: Lyrical Press

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Rating: You Need to Read


Reviewed By: Janelle


Cassie's been touched by an angel -- and found it terrifying.

Defying her fear of heights, Cassie has moved in to the tallest building in town. She’s doing pretty well until a thunderstorm blows an unexpected visitor through her balcony window, and she finds herself nursing a wounded angel back to health.

Tending to the angel's wounds teaches Cassie a lot more than she expected about fear...and about desire.

This was an interesting story. I myself have a fear of heights, though not to Cassie’s extent, so I can understand where she is coming from.

One point I really like about this book is the trouble they have communicating. It is erroneous to assume that another creature, even a being so similar to ourselves, would automatically speak a language we could understand. And, though it takes a while, and some trial and error, they do find a way to understand each other.

While I do find parts of this story a bit on the purple side, I enjoyed it, and highly recommend it.

Review - Confederate Rose by Susan Macatee

Title: Confederate Rose

Author: Susan Macatee

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

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Rating: Need to Read


Reviewed by: MarthaE

Disguised as a man to serve with her husband as a soldier in the Confederate Army, Irish immigrant Katie Rose O'Reilly vows to remain in the ranks and seek revenge on Yankees after her husband is killed at Sharpsburg. When she falls and almost drowns in a swollen stream, Southerner Alexander Hart, a Yankee spy, saves Katie from drowning, then nurses her through a resulting fever, keeping his identity secret from the feisty and beautiful Rebel soldier even as he
finds himself falling in love with her.

Can Katie reconcile her loyalties with her love?


This is a very enjoyable “crossed-lovers” Civil War Romance.

I really liked Katie’s very strong Irish character with her “do what has to be done” attitude and determination. She learned to hate the Yankees who ravaged the family farm, killing her in-laws and causing the death of her infant son. When Tom and his brother, Patrick, went off to war to kill the nasty Yankees, she couldn’t remain on the farm alone. She cut her hair short and set out to follow and fight beside her husband and remained after he was killed in battle.

Katie is carrying courier papers for the Confederacy when she is startled by a tall civilian. Alex was raised in the South but became a Yankee spy. Katie and Alex are wary of each other at first, but when he nurses her through her fever, they seem to forget, at least for a while, that they have war duties. I liked Alex’s steadfast love for Katie once he acknowledged that he loved her.

I had some concerns that both characters seemed a bit lax about the important documents they were carrying. I also was surprised that the Confederate officer who wanted to capture Alex, and was willing to threaten and attack Katie, came to the house alone. But he did seem a bit unhinged.

The story action moved well and the presentation of the war camp and hospital was interesting. The writing flowed smoothly. I liked the way the romance developed between Katie and Alex. The conflicting emotions they each face make this an engaging story. If you like a romance wrapped in the conflicts of the Civil War you will definitely enjoy this book!

Review - Guardian of Destiny by Lynn Lowery

Title: Guardian of Destiny

Author: Lynn Lowery

Publisher: Wild Rose Press

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Rating: You Want to read


Reviewed By: Janelle


Mordavia is a land of magic and wonder. From the Tower of Wardrick, where the Guardians use their ancient magic and mysterious secrets to protect the kingdom, to the barrens of Scrag Fang, the land is a heaven to some and a hell to those who will stop at nothing to conquer it.

Melisha Nightsbane, the second in command of the Guardians of Wardrick, has held everything in her hands at one time, even true love, until it was ripped from her grasp and heart two years ago. But when Patyn Brighthand, the man who broke her heart returns on a mission to save the world, she finds herself on the adventure of her life. One that will reveal secrets that will change history and her heart, forever.

This book is not bad. It has well rounded characters, a smooth plot, and an interesting twist. The problem is that it just is not exciting. There is not enough time given to the build up of a tension, neither between the characters or in the over all plot. Furthermore, there is a lot that happens in exposition, and it is always better to show than to tell.

Overall, I think this book simply suffers from being too short.

Review - A Separate Country by Robert Hicks AUDIO

Title : A SEPARATE COUNTRY (Unabridged)

Author : Robert Hicks read by Sherman Howard, Isabel Keatingand Kevin T. Collins

Publisher : Hachette Book Group

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Rating : You Need To Read


Reviewed by : Brynna Curry


A heartrending story of a decent and good man who struggled with his inability to admit his failures — and the story of those who taught him to love, and to be loved, and transformed him.


In post Civil War New Orleans, General John Bell Hood and his beloved Anna Marie narrate their lives through journals and a handwritten novel. While dying of yellow jack fever Hood implores friend Eli to take his manuscript pages and seek out a known killer. The killer must give Eli permission to publish the pages or tell him to burn the book. Through this quest, we are introduced to Hood's past and his thoughts on his family, life and carreer as a general. Eli discovers ledger book journal written by Hood's wife Anna Marie to their daughter Lydia. Each tale reveals the ties between Anna and the city.

Extraordinary descriptions lends true to life scenery of the New Orleans of by gone times. Anna Marie and her beloved General come to life to create an intriguing yet heartbreaking saga of love, loss, war and faith. Wonderful!

Review - Prey For The Wolf by Kari Thomas

Title: Prey For The Wolf

Author: Kari Thomas

Publisher: Eternal Press

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Rating: You Gotta Read

 
Reviewed by: Gabrielle



A highly sensual love story of passion, danger and primal rules.

Bethany Garrett's brother is kidnapped by a group known as The Hunters who make it their life mission to track down and kill shapeshifters. The Hunters offer Bethany a deal for her brother's life: Infiltrate the most dangerous group of wolf shifters known and help destroy them. She's not prepared for the instant attraction she feels for the alpha of the pack, Kane Steele. Now, not only is her life in danger but also her heart and soul. Because once Kane finds out the truth of why she's there, she doesn't stand a chance of living very long. And Kane has her sited as his prey now. Bethany knows the time for turning back was lost the minute she and Kane met. And she's about to find out what it means when a wolf shifter tells her she's his, no matter what happens in the following days of peril... 


Hunters and wolves have always been on opposite sides. Bethany is not sure which side she is on. All she knows is that she needs to save her brother.

When she meets Kane Steele he throws her world into turmoil. Bethany finds herself falling for the Alpha male. When she should be trying to concentrate on her mission from the Hunters all she can think about is how Kane makes her feel. Kane recognizes her as his from the first moment that he sees her. Yet she is engaged to his brother Ethan. Everyone seems to be playing a game and no one knows just who to trust.

The Hunters have Bethany’s brother and she must help them or she will never see her brother again. Can she trust her feelings for Kane or will she willingly throw it away to save her brother? Kane already has his suspicions and plans on removing Bethany from the picture. That is until he meets her face to face and realizes he has feelings for her. The sexual tension between the two makes for a hot read. Will they finally act upon it before it is too late or will Bethany and Kane loose their chance for a happy ending?

Kari Thomas weaves a wonderful tale in Prey For The Wolf. This was a story full of love, intrigue and action with characters full of emotion. The love that blossoms between Kane and Bethany was a great read. I enjoyed this book from the very first page until the very last. An interesting story with a twist in the end that the reader will not see coming. Prey For The Wolf is a book not to be missed.

 

Review - Comfort Object by Annabel Joseph

Title: Comfort Object

Author: Annabel Joseph

Publisher: Loose ID

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Rating: You Need to read


Reviewed By: Janelle


Nell, an out-of-work professional submissive, is desperate to find a job when she meets handsome film star Jeremy Gray at the restaurant where she works. He says he needs a personal assistant, but the work contract he shows her details not organizational duties, but sexual ones. Jobless and homeless, Nell agrees to work for him anyway, on the promise that he will pay for her to finish her college degree when her stint as his “assistant” is complete.

The start of their formal Dom/sub relationship is rocky, but they soon fall into a mutually satisfying, highly sexual routine. They play vanilla boyfriend and girlfriend in public, while Jeremy uses Nell as his kinky comfort object behind the scenes. Then a stalker threatens their secret lifestyle, and their contract may not be strong enough to hold them together.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, strong BDSM theme and content (including/not limited to spanking), dubious consent, exhibitionism, ménage (m/f/m), moresome (m/f/m/f with f/f interaction), multiple partners, voyeurism

Honestly, I found this book a bit on the depressing side. They spend an awful lot of time lashing out at each other for no other reason then they seem incapable of sitting down and having a rational conversation. I understand that this is part of one character’s personality, but it still bothers me.

The stalker is another sticking point for me. I really don’t like it when one character feels another has no right to be told about a threat. Largely, because it is a cop out. By not telling Nell about the threat the stalker posed, she is absolved of any responsibility for her own safety. So she can do something like let the threat in the front door.

The sex in this story is hot and heavy on the SM. Unfortunately, its not very realistic. If they were “playing” as hard and as often as this story depicts, she would be constant bruised, probably to the point of not being able to walk, much less “play.”

Overall, this is a good story, and I’d recommend it. There is just a bit too much false drama for my taste.

Review - Pleasuring a Pirate by Leila Brown

Title: Pleasuring a Pirate

Author: Leila Brown

Publisher: Loose ID

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Rating: You Could Read

Reviewed by: Shawn Weisser



Seraphina—"Sera"—Jones won the vacation of a lifetime: an all-expenses-paid trip to the Pleasure Planet, a place where her every desire will be fulfilled. No one will give a damn about her curves, her mocha skin, or her crazy sexual fantasies. Sera and her sister are all set to enjoy her good luck until a pair of pirate hotties that look at her like she’s their own personal fantasy hijacks their ship.

Ace and Ryas are space pirates out to do a quick jack and run. Simple. Get in, ransom the cargo, and get out before getting caught. One look at Sera and they know they'll be taking on more booty than they planned. Hers. But now Ace and Ryas will have to prove if they are strong enough to keep the treasure they’ve found.


I did not like this novella. I felt confused from the first paragraph as the characters were barely introduced when new characters came into play and were not distinguished from each other enough to figure out what was going on. The main character and her sister are the two main females and the two pirates were the two main males, seems simple. However, the author switched back and forth so much and uses pronouns too freely to keep track of which he or she was being discussed, thought about, or what each one was doing. The story was all over the place. I really would not recommend this to anyone unless they just want to read about sex and violence toward women. Not a fan myself.

Review - Someone to Trust by Lesa Henderson

Title: Someone to Trust

Author: Lesa Henderson

Publisher: White Rose Publishing

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Rating: You Need to Read


Reviewed by: Shawn Weisser



Megan McCormick certainly hadn’t left Atlanta for the small mountain town of Laurel Crest looking for love. Far from it. She was running from her past and a broken heart when she was knocked over by the incredibly handsome veterinarian, Lee Grainger.

Tired of the fast-paced life of the city, Lee is considering a permanent move to the mountains. His run-in with Megan has him believing he's there for more than a partnership in an animal hospital.

After a case of mistaken identity is cleared up, Megan and Lee strike up a friendship. Lee is everything Megan ever wanted--smart, loyal and dedicated to his faith. But Megan has experienced deep betrayal twice. Can she come to terms with the secret that haunts her, get past her distrust of men and accept the love Lee offers?


I so enjoyed reading Lesa Henderson’s Someone to Trust I could not stop until I finished the story. Her main character, Megan, was believable as an innocent wronged trying to find redemption for her sins. I was able to relate to the characters on a personal level and there were times my heart was in my throat as I could picture myself in her shoes. I was even able to envision people I know in place of her characters. I know people like those she created to tell this story. Someone to Trust is a warm, funny, human story that I believe everyone can relate to and enjoy. The fact that this book is Christian fiction only adds to the human essence of the story, how we sin and how we can be forgiven.

Review - Flower Power by Sandra Cox

Title: Flower Power

Author: Sandra Cox

Publisher: Jupiter Gardens Press

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Rating: You Want to Read

 
Reviewed by: Gabrielle
 


When you have only two pennies left in the world, buy a loaf of bread with one, and a lily with the other.—Chinese Proverb

Through the ages flowers have delighted and empowered us. Shakespeare talks about the sweet smell of roses. The Koran tells us that flowers feed the spirit, while Henry Beecher thought they were the sweetest things God ever made without a soul.Myths and legends abound around the eternal flower.

In this book, you will discover the wonders and uses of flowers such as gardens, aromatherapy, edibles, crafts, their personal language and the carnivores of the plant kingdom.


Flower Power is an interesting read full of many tidbits of information that have to do with flowers. A good book if you are a novice or beginning gardener or even someone who loves flowers and would like to know the many ways I which to use and enjoy them. With its many sections on different subjects such as the various types of gardens to the use of flowers in aromatherapy this book is a nice and entertaining read. Even a personality test is included just for the fun of it. This book gives the reader some knowledge that they can use in their own lives and gardens. All the information is clear and easy to read keeping the reader interested in the chapters. I enjoyed the different lists and even the simple recipes for the aromatherapy. With many charts and lists of flowers telling the reader about all that flowers can do and stand for this is a nice and easy book to follow. If you like flowers and enjoy taking the time to experience the many ways that you can use and enjoy them than this book is for you.

Review - The Murder of King Tut by James Patterson and Martin Dugard

Title : The Murder of King Tut

Author : James Patterson and Martin Dugard

Publisher : Little Brown

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Reviewed by: Brynna Curry


Rating: You Gotta Read


A secret buried for centuries

Thrust onto Egypt's most powerful throne at the age of nine, King Tut's reign was fiercely debated from the outset. Behind the palace's veil of prosperity, bitter rivalries and jealousy flourished among the Boy King's most trusted advisors, and after only nine years, King Tut suddenly perished, his name purged from Egyptian history. To this day, his death remains shrouded in controversy.

The keys to an unsolved mystery

Enchanted by the ruler's tragic story and hoping to unlock the answers to the 3,000 year-old mystery, Howard Carter made it his life's mission to uncover the pharaoh's hidden tomb. He began his search in 1907, but encountered countless setbacks and dead-ends before he finally, uncovered the long-lost crypt.

The clues point to murder

Now, in The Murder of King Tut, James Patterson and Martin Dugard dig through stacks of evidence--X-rays, Carter's files, forensic clues, and stories told through the ages--to arrive at their own account of King Tut's life and death. The result is an exhilarating true crime tale of intrigue, passion, and betrayal that casts fresh light on the oldest mystery of all.


James Patterson and Martin Dugard join together to discover and speculate for themselves the mystery surrounding the boy king's birth, life and death in Ancient Egypt, by gathering evidence in Carter's find and personal journals and history itself. As usual, Patterson weaves and intriguing tale of murder, betrayal and lust, giving us a different picture of Tutankahmen's life. Told in his short chapter style, the reader is wisked from Ancient Egypt to Carter's Egypt and England, and even to the present with Patterson's personal outlook. Tut and Anka come alive through the vivid imagery written throughout the book and the depth of emotion they are portrayed to feel for one another. I was impressed by the quality of the research involved to create the book. If you like history, you'll like Patterson's take on the old mystery. My only complaint is the genre. I feel it should be classified as fiction because the authors' speculations are researched assumptions, not entirely actual fact until proven otherwise. Still one you gotta read.

Review - Breathless by Bonnie Edwards

Title: Breathless
Author: Bonnie Edwards
Publisher: Aphrodisia
Buy Link: Breathless

Rating: You Gotta Read

Reviewer: Sashet

Let go. Let go for me...It was a house of sizzling seduction with satisfaction guaranteed. Now the notorious bordello Perdition House bares all its secrets - and ignites your wildest fantasies...Blue McCann longs to feel desired...needed ...wanted. Now, thanks to a mysterious corset, she's a lush-bodied beauty back in 1913. And she's going to reward the caring, oh-so-capable hands of Dr. Colt Stephens with all the pleasure he can take...Tawny James has legs - and secrets - that won't quit. And since she likes her men big and bad, private investigator Stack Hamilton is uncovering all her luscious desires...And when Mariel Gibson needs artistic inspiration, she calls hard-bodied carpenter Danny Glenn to work his masterpiece - over and over again. Because you can never, ever reveal too much...

In Bonnie Edward’s first release in almost two years you don’t have to worry that she’s lost her magic touch. Each story in this book will have you wanting to turn on the air conditioning no matter how cold it is outside. She takes you on the gamut of emotions, worry, fear, determination and most importantly she’ll make you fall in love with her too sexy for a woman’s good heroes.

So, if you like your books scorching hot – run, don’t walk, to your nearest bookstore and pick this one up. Because this one – You Gotta Read!

Review - A Case of Love - The Hunter Series Book Four by Wendy Stone

Title: A Case of Love - The Hunter Series Book Four

Author: Wendy Stone

Publisher: Eternal Press

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Rating: You Gotta Read

Reviewed By: Roberta





Blurb: Mackenzie Hunter was a small feisty woman with the will and drive, to do something her family wasn’t happy about.

Gideon Hawkins was a narcotics cop with a chip on his shoulder and the attitude to keep it there.

What happens when Mackenzie goes undercover to find out information on the biggest Narc operation in the city? Will Hawk be able to save Mac when a serial arsonist decides he’s her biggest fan? Will this become a murder case, or will it be their own, Case of Love?



Review: If you've not read the first books in this series, you are going to want to. I know I do. If they all are as well written as this one, I know I'm missing out on a wonderful and creative series with very sexy heroes.

Mackenzie and Gideon/Hawk will keep you on your toes throughout the entire book. There is enough action packed into this story to make your head spin. Mackenzie has a way of getting into trouble like no other heroine I've read lately. Hawk keeps putting himself in danger to save her every time. The banter between these two and some of the other characters will have you laughing at times. You will just have to read the story to find out if they rescue each other and end up with a case of love.

Some people might find some scenes objectionable. I, on the other hand, found them to be not only hot and steamy, but was just one way they showed their love for one another. If all the other heroes are like Hawk in this series, I don't know what more a reader could ask for. You will definitely be wanting this series to continue. Now, please go pick up this book. You won't be disappointed.

Review - Hawkeye Two: Bend Me Over by Sierra Cartwright

Title: Hawkeye Two: Bend Me Over

Author: Sierra Cartwright

Publisher: Loose Id, LLC

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Rating: You Gotta Read

Reviewed By: Roberta



Blurb: Tall, dark, handsome, and oh-so dangerous.

That's Trace Romero, Aimee's new bodyguard. Aimee has no desire to share her home with anyone, especially a Hawkeye operative who invades her space and thoroughly dominates her.

If it were up to him, Trace would be in a South American jungle, mixing it up with bad guys instead of playing bodyguard to the uptight college professor who makes him anything but welcome. But when he finds a stash of her BDSM novels, protecting the professor’s body suddenly gets more interesting.

Aimee would send him on his way, if her sister weren’t so concerned about the break in at her house, and if she hadn’t threatened protective custody. But protective custody might have been slightly less overwhelming than Trace demanding her complete capitulation, mind and body, and more -- her total trust. But that trust may be the only thing standing between her and a madman determined to kill her.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, BDSM theme and content, violence.

Review: Do you like reading books that push your boundaries? Do you enjoy reading about BDSM? If the answer to these questions is yes, you need to pick up this book.

Trace is the type of DOM most SUB's would love or want to have. He gives Aimee the ability to not only trust him but to trust herself. The chemistry these two have is electrifying. Aimee being a novice in the BDSM world helped me to understand the draw of the lifestyle. It is not for everyone. Yet, I saw more trust, patience and understanding in their relationship then I have in one's who don't live the lifestyle.

Some people might find some of the scenes objectionable. I personally found them liberating. You get to watch Aimee and Trace grow in their relationship from beginner to Master. This book is well worth your time and money. So, don't be shy. Push your own boundaries and pick up this book. I promise you won't be disappointed. You will be patiently waiting for the next book in the Hawkeye series.

Review - Coming For Money - A Novel of International Finace by F.W. Vom Scheidt

Title: Coming For Money - A Novel of International Finance

Author: F.W. Vom Scheidt

Publisher: Blue Butterfly Book Publishing, Inc.

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Rating: You NEED To Read

Reviewed By: Roberta




Blurb: How much money is too much? And how fast is too fast in life? Investment star Paris Smith steps onto the top rungs of the corporate ladder, only to discover he is caught between his need for fulfilment and his need for understanding, between his drive for power and his inability to cope with his growing emptiness where there was once love. When his wife disappears from the core of his life, Smith’s loneliness and sense of disconnection threaten to overwhelm him. When he tries to compensate by losing himself in his work, he stumbles off the treadmill of his own success, and is entangled in the web of a fraudulent bond deal that threatens to derail his career and his life.

Forced to put his personal life on hold while he travels non-stop between Toronto, Singapore, and Bangkok to salvage his career, the embattled financier is deprived of the time and space he needs to mourn the absence of his wife and to objectively assess his future options.

In the heat, turmoil and fast money of Southeast Asia—half a world from home and half a life from his last remembered smile—Paris Smith finds duplicity, comradeship, and power. He also finds a special woman who might heal his heart.

The gripping tale is told by a talented new author, F.W. vom Scheidt, who has confidently crafted a fast-paced, highly readable novel. His details are fascinating. His characters are real and not easily forgotten.



Review: First let me tell our readers, this is not a romance novel. It is more about Paris Smith coming to terms with the industry he is in and accepting himself and all his flaws.

When I first started reading, I was kind of lost. Not truly understanding the financial world and the terminology they use. However, the further I progressed the more I came to understand Paris Smith's life.

What I took away from this book is how underhanded and manipulating the world of finance can be. There were times I was truly frustrated with the predicament Paris was in. I kept wanting the men in the industry to see him as a person not just a number. I know now I'm glad I don't work in this type of industry. For me, there was too much of a gap between doing what was right and justifying an end to a means. In the book, it says it's just business. I just don't see it.

I am recommending this book to all our readers. It is an eye opening book to the world finance. I'd definitely like to read more of F.W. vom Scheidt's work in the future. He has opened me up to a new way of looking at our financial markets and the human beings who run it.

Review - Don't Dare the Reaper by Leigh Ellwood

Title: Don't Dare The Reaper

Author: Leigh Ellwood

Publisher: Phaze Books

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Reviewed by: Brynna Curry


Rating: You need to read


En route to a sexy Halloween soiree, Cal and Sue Briscoe are involved in a car accident and die...or do they?

Stranded between layers of the veil, they cling to each other with the hope that whatever happens, they will stay together. As the Grim Reaper - a handsome fellow introducing himself as Gil - tries to discern their fate, the Briscoes take advantage of the moment out of time to celebrate what could be their last chance for love...or the beginning of a new life.

Part of Leigh's award-winning Dareville series!


Leigh Ellwood takes a side trip from Dareville into the realm of the Grim Reaper with Don't Dare the Reaper. Cal and Sue Briscoe have a comfortable marriage, together and while playing with friends. On the way to an unconventional Halloween party, their car is repeated rammed by an SUV and they are spun into the path of an oncoming car. They wake in the realm of Gil, the reaper, who tells them the afterlife isn't quite sure what to do with them. They make use of the time wisely, because it may be there last together. Ms. Ellwood writes a dark intriguing world, filled with deep characters full of emotion. The love scenes were hot but tastefully done. Another wonderful story and one you need to read.

Review - Nevermore by Brenna Lyons

Title: Nevermore

Author: Brenna Lyons

Publisher: Phaze Books

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Reviewed by: Brynna Curry


Rating: You Need to Read


Traia is a mistress witch, seduced by a werewolf that inexplicably passed through her wards and shields. Now that she knows what Galen is, he’ll stop at nothing to kill her. Or will he?

If she was any other witch, Galen would be running the other way...fast. But Traia is his mate. The Goddess has made Traia’s magick useless against him and him as safe as a puppy with her. She can’t use her magick, but Traia can use mortal weapons. Unless Galen can bind her to him by the end of the night, he may end up fur cuffs on her ceremonial robes.

Werewolf Galen discovers his true mate is a witch with attitude. Traia is anything but delighted to have a werewolf knocking down her door, especially one immune to her magic. Galen is determined to win her over, but it may take more than persuation and a little help from the goddess to win her heart. Ms. Lyons creates a magical, but dark, world filled with rich characters and setting. Though it was short at just twenty three pages, I felt she did an excellent job of endearing her wolf and witch to the readers from the beginning. A great read.

Review - Rat by Melody Tink

Title: Rat

Author: Melody Tink

Publisher: Rogue Phoenix Press

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Rating: You Need To Read


Reviewed by: Jennifer

Sarcastic Elanor may have found her match in Adymn, the brooding half-man and half-dragon. After murdering her family, Adymn kidnaps Elanor and takes her to Dargona Island. He calls her Rat, makes her cook, attend to the other dragons, and scrub feces off the cave walls. Elanor swears she hates him and vows to one day avenge her family's death. Her chance comes all too suddenly when Adymn demands she accompany him to Trana and pose as his wife so he can gain access to the royal court. She knows enough not to trust him, but while escape sounds all too tempting, Elanor can't help but feel Adymn is hiding a disturbing secret about his real agenda.


I never know what to expect when I see a title of a book, especially one with the title Rat. Well, Melody Tink does a great job story telling. Elanor(Rat) is such a well rounded character who grows throughout the entire story. I was grateful that she saves Adymn and the king. Adymn is the hunky man Elanor falls in love with, and for the longest time Elanor thinks he is a rogue dragon. Really he is a good dragon, trying to stop the rogues. Two rogues turn out to be sisters, and that whole plot line was awesome! Melody just packed this story with all kinds of twists and turns and little plot additions.

Review - Noella's Gift by Donica Covey

Title : Noella’s Gift

Author : Donica Covey

Publisher : Champagne Books

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Rating: GOTTA Read


Reviewed by: MarthaE


A disillusioned cop, and a bitter woman. Can a little girl take the bah-humbug out of their holiday?


Holly Harper has hated Christmas for years. The season full of commercialism has left her feeling cold and bitter. When she finds a little girl freezing and alone she feels warmth spark in her heart. She's determined to keep the child until Christmas is over.

Jaxon Cole is a police detective whose Christmas spirit left a long time ago. He knows the season brings an increase in drunk driving accidents and suicides. But when a dark haired woman shows up in his office with a little waif in tow he sees that there is some good in the holiday.

Will they find joy in the season or will their hearts be as cold as the winter winds?


This is a charming story of Christmas magic breaking through the barriers of two hearts! It is a very short novella that can be read in one sitting.

Holly is afraid to get close to anyone as she is convinced that they will leave her alone and heartbroken. Yet she can’t seem to resist helping little Noella who has suddenly appeared at her house!

Jax is frustrated and disgruntled by his job and the miseries he sees around him. He expects trouble during the Christmas rush but doesn’t expect to have to help a pretty woman with a waif of a child! I liked how Jax warmed to Holly and Noella and how he was patient when he had to be.

I liked how the author had Holly coax Noella to tell her name and answer a few questions. Although Noella exhibits some sheer joy at the kindnesses shown her and some natural exuberance, there is a sense of sadness too. Where did Noella come from and what will happen to her? You might be surprised! I hope you will read this and find the magic and joy yourself! I will look for longer stories from this author based upon the fine characters and plot presented in this short story.

Review - Winter Wheat by Barbara Wohlschlegel

Title: Winter Wheat

Author: Barbara Wohlschlegel

Publisher: White Rose Publishing

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Rating: You Gotta Read


Reviewed by: MarthaE


The youngest of four daughters, April Sennett wasn’t the son her farmer parents wanted and needed. Her father’s crippling accident compels her to return home and shoulder the arduous farm work under his vitriolic supervision. Her mother’s belated affection helps sustain her, but neighboring farmer Dan Clayton must often be called to April’s aid. She doesn’t know why he’s so willing to help her irreligious family—April’s father has spent years ridiculing the “Holy Claytons” for their deep-seated Christianity.

Dan’s gentle ways capture April’s heart, but it’s only after she falls in love with him that she discovers his engagement to a vivacious Christian girl. Reading the Bible only confirms April’s unworthiness for Dan. Can God take an impossible situation and give April her heart’s desire, or is she destined to a lonely life of working herself to exhaustion to save her father’s farm?


This is an absolutely beautiful inspirational story. I loved this from beginning to end! I pretty much read it in two sittings!

I liked April’s devotion and her determination to do the right things even from a non Christian perspective. She has completed college and started a library assistant job that she really likes. But when her father suffers a horrible accident and needs help, April begrudgingly returns home to help run the family farm. She struggles with her anger at her sisters, and even at her parents who have never shown warm affection. She also struggles with her growing affection for handsome neighbor Dan Clayton who comes to help out. Then she learns that he is engaged to a perky, pretty Christian girl and it looks like there will be little sunshine in April’s future. How is she to cope with the bleakness she faces?

Dan is only too glad to help and he is happy to be around April. Unfortunately Dan has never been able to pursue a relationship with April because she is not a Christian. Yet he is anxious to be there to provide a shoulder for her to cry on, a listening ear and the brawn to help with the heavy chores. He consistently shows his Christian strength of character to April and her family, not just talking the right way but living the right way and showing his trust in God’s faithfulness to fulfill His purposes.

This story is full of beautiful messages of purity, forgiveness, acceptance, even salvation. They are blended into the plot and character relationships just as they could be in real life! There are hardships, joys and blessings throughout. The writing is light and smooth making this an easy, quick and completely enjoyable read. If you enjoy a sweet romance with clear Christian messages this is a Gotta read!

Review - Mirror, Mirror by Karen Wiesner

Title: MIRROR MIRROR, Book 3 of the Wounded Warriors Series
Newly Revised and Reissued!

Author: Karen Wiesner

Publisher: Reissue from Uncial Press January 15, 2010



Rating: NEED to read!


Reviewed by: MarthaE
 

Twenty-five years ago, Gwen Nicholson-Nelson was in a car accident that almost claimed her life and left behind a strange gift. She can see the future, and death, before it comes to pass. She had a vision of her husband's death ten years before it happened in, for Gwen, chilling deja vu. During this time, she's also had a disturbing connection with another like her, a psychic who has the power to not only see into others but to manipulate and destroy.
 
For twenty-five years, as seemingly unrelated events convince Gwen she has no power of her own beyond bizarre sight, she's wondered why she was given the ability to see pain and death yet never to alleviate it. But when her nemesis targets Dylan Mitchell, the man she loves, and his daughter, all the pieces of the puzzle that have tormented her fall into place. Gwen must discover her own power, believe in herself and her destiny, and act--before her vision of Dylan's death comes to pass.

This is a striking paranormal romance with its own unique twists!

Gwen really fights her “accursed” gift. She does not want to know the future of others and she does not want to manipulate others by using the gift. Yet she does use her gift a bit in her counseling job and is able to sense an evil presence but she doesn’t know how to fight “the other.” Gwen has remained in personal isolation, other than her wonderful daughter, and her work, since the death of her first husband, Tommie. She is too afraid to reach out and risk living fully.

Dylan has loved Gwen since before she married. Dylan’s own troubles caused him to lose the chance to be with Gwen in the past. Now, finally he is getting the chance to write Tommie’s story, but more importantly he is getting another chance with Gwen. He is willing to try anything and knows he has to be patient to give Gwen time to recognize the love they could share.

While Gwen struggles to fight her attraction to Dylan, she becomes increasingly aware of the evil presence that seems to be stalking people she knows. Dylan’s daughter Randa becomes a key to the evil that haunts Gwen and has a surprising connection to Dylan’s past.

The dark mystery threads through the story until it comes to a head near the end with fast paced confrontation and action! There is also a wonderful conflict and love - that good old push and pull - between Gwen and Dylan, complete with some paranormal or mystical elements.

The story flows well although I did want to push Gwen to realize she only existed in a half life because she wouldn’t take the chance to love and share a life with Dylan. I also wanted to push Dylan a bit to pay better attention to his 17 year old daughter and the troubles she was expressing, by behavior if not verbally. So - they are flawed characters which make them realistic!

Ms. Wiesner has a distinct talent for telling an emotional and suspenseful story. I applaud her for writing consistently engaging romance that is “need” to read quality!

Review - Lydia and the Draca by Louisa Kelley

Title: Lydia and the Draca

Author: Louisa Kelley

Publisher: Loose ID

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Rating: You Could Read


Reviewed By: Janelle


Science fiction geek Lydia Neal's just recovering from her latest relationship crash and burn. When she wakes up in a glowing cave surrounded by enormous dragons, she's pretty sure she's having a sci-fi nightmare. Why would an entire race of shape-shifters be lusting after her? She doesn’t even believe they're real, but why is she so incredibly turned on? Then she meets the smoking hot Draca, Eremon, and there's no turning back. Especially after he shows her the very special kind of ecstasy a Draca male can offer her, whether on the ground or in the skies.

Whatever the obsessed Draca want from her, she's ready to find out. For once in her ordered, boring life, Lydia's going along for the wildest ride of her life...with Eremon and the rest of the Draca.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play, group sex/moresome, same-sex interaction/practices (f/f), sex in shifted form.


This is one of those stories that needs focus. It is never very clear, even in the end, what exactly is going on or why the Draca need Lydia. Something about healing that is never really explained.

As for the sex, it is not what I would consider hot. A lot of euphemisms are used, often to not the best of effect. Several times I was thrown out of the story because I had to go back and reread lines so they would make sense.

Overall this book is just okay.

Review - High Country by Michael Barnette

Title: High Country

Author: Michael Barnette

Publisher: LooseID

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Rating: You Could Read - An Average or slightly less than average book


Reviewed by: Shawn Weisser


When he breaks up with his controlling ex, sci fi novelist Bradford Thorne heads for the high country to work on his new novel. Specifically, he finds sanctuary at a horse ranch that breeds pintos.

Ranch owner Sheelinn MacNamara's a puca on the run from Hunters. Shapeshifting Linn can turn into a black stallion or a black wolf, but his secret keeps him from finding love.

Neither of them is anticipating the effect the other has on their libido, or on Bradford's ex, Victor. They're not looking for love, but it's hard to hide from the heart in high country.

High Country is a homoerotic piece that incorporates the paranormal. Normally, I do not review this genre: LGBT or Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, but I decided to give it a try. Although the premise of the novel is sound the story felt very choppy to me. I was hoping for a little more development of the relationship before the main characters bedded. Linn, the rancher, was hesitant to begin a relationship because of his secrets but really didn’t fight his urges. I would have been able to relate a little more to his character if he had to overcome a personal battle that took longer than a couple of hours a few off-color jokes. Brad came across as a bit whorish as his personal demons were only recently removed from his life, or so he thought, and he immediately jumped the bones of the nearest hot guy. Since this is the first LGBT I have read, maybe I am being too critical in looking for more substantial pre-sex relationship development. It was hard for me to believe two people could fall in love after having repeated sex for four days. I did not enjoy the book.

Review - Hope for Animals and their World by Jane Goodall, et al.

Title: Hope For Animals and their World :How Endangered Species Are Being Rescued From The Brink unabridged edition

Author: Jane Goodall with Thane Maynard and Gail Hudson

Publisher: Grand central publishing / Hachette audio

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Rating: You Gotta Read


Reviewed by: Gabrielle



At a time when animal species are becoming extinct on every continent and we are confronted with bad news about the environment nearly every day, Jane Goodall, one of the world's most renowned scientists, brings us inspiring news about the future of the animal kingdom. With the insatiable curiosity and conversational prose that have made her a bestselling author, Goodall-along with Cincinnati Zoo Director Thane Maynard-shares fascinating survival stories about the American Crocodile, the California Condor, the Black-Footed Ferret, and more; all formerly endangered species and species once on the verge of extinction whose populations are now being regenerated.

Interweaving her own first-hand experiences in the field with the compelling research of premier scientists, Goodall illuminates the heroic efforts of dedicated environmentalists and the truly critical need to protect the habitats of these beloved species. At once a celebration of the animal kingdom and a passionate call to arms, HOPE FOR ANIMALS THEIR WORLD presents an uplifting, hopeful message for the future of animal-human coexistence.
We always hear about all the animals that are going extinct by the minute but no one seems to talk about the animals and vegetation that has made its comeback from near extinction. In this book Jane Goodall and others have collected firsthand knowledge of people who have helped these creatures and foliage of our world make their way back. With many wonderful people there are numerous species being brought back from near extinction and even some animals and trees that have not been seen in hundreds of years. From the black footed ferret to the species of trees that has been around from the prehistoric age.

Being a big supporter of animal and environmental welfare I enjoyed this book immensely. Jane Goodall may be mostly known for her time living with the chimpanzees but she has done much more for our planet. It was great to listen to her talk about all of the people who care as much as her for the many species that are dying. Caring enough to do something about it, from volunteering to studying and nurturing the animals and foliage to bring them back to what they once were. This is a long audio book. 11 cds in all, not a quick listen but a great one if you are interested in hearing all the good that comes from the hard work done by these special people. As you listen to the stories of these dedicated people restoring habitats and helping in any way that they can to restore the earth to what it once was the listener finds hope. Hope that we as humans still can and do care about the world we live in.

This audio book comes with a special bonus pdf, which includes photos and resources as well as a section titled “What You Can Do”. Not only do you get to listen and see just what these generous and heartfelt people do it gives you ideas to help you do your own things to help our world and those that live in it.

Review - A Highlander's Temptation by Sue-Ellen Welfonder

Title: A Highlander’s Temptation

Author: Sue-Ellen Welfonder

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

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Rating: You Gotta Read


Reviewed by: Gabrielle


Darroc MacConacher spends sleepless nights dreaming of a raven-haired beauty who makes him ache with desire. Then his dream comes true: the lady with her lush curves and fair skin appears shipwrecked on his shores. Darroc is immediately drawn to her strength and beauty, and from the moment she lays eyes on this powerful, broad-shouldered warrior, Lady Arabella MacKenzie knows she'll never want another man.

But theirs is a forbidden love. The MacKenzies drove the MacConachers from their lands and destroyed their honor. Now, Darroc can use this sapphire-eyed seductress to shatter his foes. Yet how can he deny the passion that burns between him and Arabella, and ruin the one woman who touches his very soul?


Having read Duncan MacKenzie’s story I was thrilled to find that his daughter had one of her very own. Arabella MacKenzie grows weary of her father scaring all and any potential suitors away. As she watches her sister marry and blossom with child Arabella takes matters into her own hands. She decides on an adventure to see the Seal Isles but she does not make it to her beloved Isles. Arabella’s ship is attacked and Darroc MacConacher the leader of the very clan that the Mackenzie’s are feuding with rescues her from sure death.

Darroc and Arabella’s attraction is an instant one. Once Darroc realizes who she is he knows he must fight the attraction he has for Arabella. Add in a ghost, meddlesome clansmen, and superstition and the mayhem begins. Arabella has won over everyone in the MacConacher castle but one. It seems that Darroc is bound and determined to keep them apart. Can love prove stronger than hate? Will they deny themselves or deny the feud between the two clans and let love take its course?

Arabella proves to be a great woman. She loves wholeheartedly and is full of spirit and who could not love the brooding Darroc. He is a warrior with the heart of gold. The bond of love that grows between these two is a wonder to read. As the two seem to have everything going against them they fight to prevail and the reader is along for the ride to cheer them on.

A beautiful story set in the great land of Scotland. Sue-Ellen Welfonder weaves an enchanting tale full of great imagery. Her characters are full of depth and emotion. I truly enjoyed this book and am eagerly awaiting the next in this series. A Highlander’s Temptation is a wonderful book that should not be missed.

Review - Guardian's Realm: The Collision by Crystal Kauffman

Title: Guardian's Realm: The Collision

Author: Crystal Kauffman

Publisher: Loose Id, LLC

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Reviewed by: Brynna Curry


Rating: You Need to Read





Balin Renforth has served the Guardians loyally for six hundred years, protecting innocents from vampire scum like Fitch Galloway. But he cannot deny the nagging familiarity Fitch inspires, any more than he can deny the irresistible curiosity stirred by the other man.

Fitch Galloway recognizes Balin immediately, though he never knew of the man’s ties to the magical Ancient Fae which gave him the powers he used to transport them to the outer limits. The Guardian has clearly grown a stick up his ass, yet Fitch cannot deny that saving him more than six hundred years ago was the best thing he ever did, and Balin has become an honorable man he cannot help but feel proud of. But that's not the only feeling the handsome Guardian stirs in Fitch...

Or in Gladiolas. If it weren’t for her painful addiction, freed Palace slave Gladiolas would think she’d died and gone to heaven. Finding herself in a remote castle prison with two drop-dead sexy men is like a dream come true. They’re both so fiercely protective it feels like she is no longer slave, but master. Now if only she can get them to stop fighting, and start loving...


During the siege on a vampire palace, Balin tries to rescue palace slave Gladiolis from being raped and killed by a demon. He inadvertently transports she, himself, and vampire Fitch to the "outer limits" which was used as a protective prison for a long dead troublesome vampire. They soon find escape will be difficult if not impossible and not just from their gilded cage.

This book actually takes place in modern times, but with the castle prison of the outer limits it seems as though the characters are actually several hundred years in the past. Well written characters are a major factor in the story. Full of emotion, Gladiolis, Balin and Fitch carry the story themselves rather than the underlying plot. The author spared no expense with rich imagery needed to make the reader see the world of outer limits. Scorching hot Guardian's Realm: The Collision is a great book and one you need to read.

Review - Full Disclosure by Cari Quinn

Title: Full Disclosure

Author: Cari Quinn

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

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Rating: You Gotta Read

Reviewed By: Roberta




Blurb: Thirty-eight- year-old divorcee Holly Burrows has had enough of battery-operated love. Prompted by an ad left at her law office, she investigates Hunk Du Jour, a website designed to foster ‘adult connections’. After weeks of sexy emails and phone calls with surf hunk Kent, she's ready to test their chemistry in person. But first she has to get through lunch with her colleague Alex, a man with a brain as agile as his body. When their consultation ends with a bang, she barely remembers the man she'd lined up for dessert. Now she thinks she's juggling two hot young guys. How can she choose between her two gorgeous cubs – and why do they remind her of each other?

Review: For all you cougars or wanna be cougars, this is a story for you. You not only get a hot, sexy man in your life. You get some of the steamiest sex scenes I've ever read. Some people might find these scenes objectionable. I found them to be a very nice bonus to the story.

Even though there is sex in this story that is not what this story is all about. There is deception, insecurities, and trust issues involved with the two main characters, Holly and Alex. Will they overcome these issues? Well, you are just going to have to pick up the book to find out. I will say there are definite sparks between these two and so much more. Now do as I tell you, Go Pick Up this book. That is if you want to be entertained for a couple of hours.

Review - Love You To Death by Shannon K. Butcher

Title: Love You To Death

Author: Shannon K. Butcher

Publisher: Hachette Book Group

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Rating: You GOTTA Read

Reviewed By: Roberta




Blurb: It's been days since reporter Elise McBride has heard from her sister, Ashley. She's convinced Ashley has met with some kind of foul play, especially when she learns that bodies of other missing women have surfaced in and around Chicago--all victims of a brutal serial killer. Convinced her sister is still alive, Elise vows to risk everything to save her...

The last thing ex-cop Trent Brady needs is more blood on his hands. Yet when he catches Elise breaking into her sister's house, full of reckless determination and fear, he knows she needs his help. But just as desire ignites between them, a twisted madman sets his sights on Elise. Hell-bent on possessing her for himself, this psychopath won't rest until he has his perfect woman.

Review: Have you ever found a book you could not put down? This book, 'Love You To Death' will definitely be added to the list. From the first chapter til the very last, you will be craving more of Shannon K. Butcher's work. Not only is it fast paced, it will have you on the edge of your seat or biting your nails to see what happens between Trent and Elise. Plus, you have to get the book to find out what happens to Elise's sister, Ashley.

I don't want to ruin the book for our readers. I will tell you the serial killer in this book reminds me of a Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and Buffalo Bill from the 'Silence of the Lamb' combined. The things this man does is not only disturbing. You will question if this could happen today. Unfortunately, the answer is yes.

All I can say now is please, please go pick up this book. You will be wondering why you have never read Shannon K. Butcher's work before. If you have read her work, you have to add this to your collection. This is a must read and a definite book for your keeper shelf.

Review - Caribbean Wild by McKenna Chase

Title: Caribbean Wild

Author: McKenna Chase

Publisher: The Wilder Roses

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Rating: You Gotta Read

Reviewed By: Roberta





Blurb: After a month of hot, seductive emails and sexually charged chat room trysts, Miranda Mitchell is convinced she's met the man of her dreams and accepts an invitation to his island in the Caribbean. But when the private seaplane makes an emergency landing on the shore of a deserted island, Miranda finds herself alone with the very irritating, yet very sexy pilot who seems hell-bent on making her deepest sexual fantasies come true.
Aidan Landon agrees to field his womanizing brother’s business emails while Andrew’s out of town, but when Miranda’s personal email arrives, he can't stop himself from replying in his brother’s place. What starts off as a sexual game soon becomes an oasis of addictive pleasure. So when Andrew invites Miranda to his vacation resort, Aidan takes matters into his own hands--by taking Miranda to his own private island in the Caribbean.
Now Miranda has to decide which brother is meant to be her Caribbean Wild.

Review: The blurb pretty much says it all for this story. Except, it leaves out the wonderful location and the hot and steamy sex that happens between Miranda and Aidan.

Do you need some fantasy time? Do you want to see and feel a few sparks flying between characters? Pick up this story. I promise it doesn't disappoint.

Review - Sex On The Beach by Susan Lyons

Title: Sex On The Beach

Author: Susan Lyons

Publisher: Berkley Heat

Buy Link: Release Date January 2010

Rating: You Gotta Gotta Read

Reviewed By: Roberta





Blurb: THE STORY

An exotic wedding turns into an erotic escapade for three unlikely couples who find lust—and maybe even love—on the white sands of Belize. Get ready to get wet!

“War of the Sexes”

When wedding planner Sarah McCann learns that the groom’s best friend, Free Lafontaine, intends to save his pal from the mistake of marriage, it’s an all-out war between the sexes. Turns out, the prize could be much more than either of them expected, and this war just may have two winners.

“Sex With the Proper Stranger”

Model Tamiko Sato comes to the wedding as arm-candy for the bride’s deep-in-the-closet uncle. What’s she to do when resort manager Ric Nuñez proves far too tempting? Ric just might be the man who can help her heal the wounds left by past abuse, and open her heart to love.

“Sexy Exes”

Giovanna Moncrieff and her ex, James, mix as well as Italian olive oil and English tonic water. How embarrassing—and exciting!—to find that their passion for each other still burns hot and heavy. Is it possible to find true love the second time around?



Review:
Each of these stories are intertwined yet unique in the issues they deal with. Not only are these love stories, they show characters who grow, learn from past mistakes, and even to accept themselves for who they are.


Susan Lyons is a talented storyteller with a voice like no other author. Her characters will touch not only your heart but your soul too.


In 'War of the Sexes', Sarah and Free act like they want to kill each other at times. The sparks fly from the moment they meet. What got me about these two is their differences in what marriage is all about. They have very different opinions. Will this derail their budding relationship? Read to find out.


In 'Sex With the Proper Stranger', Tamiko and Ric are attracted to each other from the moment their eyes meet. This story was near and dear to my heart. It brings up an issue of abuse in Tamiko's past that will have you cheering for her to let the past go. Ric is not only a patient lover but compassionate and understanding through it all. I will warn you. You might want a Kleenex handy for this story.


In 'Sexy Exes', Giovanna and James have been divorced for quit a few years and can not get along at all. Will they come to blows or will the sexual chemistry they feel for each other spark a fling or a true relationship? You won't be disappointed with these two. I think they finally grow up.


There is another couple, Ellie and Bill, who you will see throughout the story. They reminded me of my grandparents. They show the true meaning of a loving and lasting relationship.


I've given you a little taste as to what I thought of this book. Now, I'm going to tell you to GO BUY THIS BOOK. I found the entire book hard to put down and extremely hot and sexy.

Review - Moonglade by Mary Fremont Schoenecker

Title: Moonglade

Author: Mary Fremont Schoenecker

Publisher: Five Star Publishing

Moonglade releases in March 2010 from Five Star Publishing


Rating: You Gotta Read


Reviewed By: Roberta


A contemporary tale of tender relationships, mayhem and mercy. Moonglade is a compelling romantic suspense story. A grisly find, a corpse in the boat channel, links Clare, the finder, to Sergeant Remi Windspirit in an investigation of the dead Jane Doe. Clare and Remi's attraction grows from the first interrogation, but seems unlikely when the investigation turns into a homicide. You will be cheering the love match on as the mystery unfolds in this suspenseful tale which straddles the genres of cozy mystery and sweet romance.



'Moonglade' is the second book in the Maine Shore Chronicles. After reading this, you'll wani to pick up the first book in the series. I know I do.

Most people who read my reviews know I love quick short chapters. This definitely fits the bill. The writing and characters remind me of a Mary Higgins Clark book.

The characters, Remi and Clare, are thrown together because of the investigation. Yet, their relationship tends to take a backseat due to the twists and turns of uncovering who is responsible for the death of Jane Doe. The secondary characters not only help the investigation. They help bring the story to life and keep the story flowing in a sweet and helpful way for Remi and Clare. I personally was captivated by Clare's mom, Tante Margaret. She is a feisty older woman, who reminded me of my grandmother.

I also loved the influence of the French language that is used sporadically through the story. It gave the story a touch of romance.

I hope there are more books to follow in this series. They will definitely be kept on my keeper shelf. Please pick up this book when it is released, you won't be disappointed.

Review - All or Nothing by Ashley Ludwig

Title: All or Nothing

Author: Ashley Ludwig

Publisher: White Rose Publishing

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Rating: You NEED to Read


Reviewed by: MarthaE


A widow finds love.
A soldier seeks redemption.
A murderous bandit threatens to destroy them both.

RuthAnne Newcomb, a young widow starting over, nearly dies on the perilous winding road to Tucson, Arizona in 1876. The accident is a cover-up for a heinous crime at the hand of the murderous bandit El Tejano. Robbed and left for dead, all that remains for RuthAnne is her faith and her God-given talents. She needs both to endure the handsome, vengeful cavalry captain who saves her life.

Captain Bowen Shepherd offers aid in exchange for information leading to the criminal's capture. El Tejano is bound to strike again, likely against the only living witness to his crimes.

Bowen and RuthAnne must work together and risk everything to unmask the bandit. Will their newfound love, or their lives, be the cost of bringing a murderer to justice?



This is a very enjoyable western historical! It has likeable characters and an engaging plot.

RuthAnne is a very resourceful young widow. She manages to escape from the terrifying bandit although her sister is badly injured in the process. They are rescued by Captain Shepard and taken to a mission to get healing help for her little sister. Rather than stay idle, RuthAnne commits herself to working at the nearby Army fort as a laundress. The work is heavy and hard on the hands, but she jumps in cheerfully and goes the extra mile garnering the admiration and respect of the soldiers. She also serves as a “doctor” to the injured cavalrymen and designs and modifies dresses for almost all the ladies on the base. It was hard to figure out when she got time to rest as busy as she was! I liked that RuthAnne steadfastly trusts that God will take care of her throughout the troubles she faces.

Captain Bowen Shepard is one of those soldiers who is “married” to the military. He once dreamed of finding a life/soul mate, but that was when he was young and innocent. Now he has blood on his hands and doesn’t believe he could ever find a mate to follow him in his army career. Bowen also gave up trusting God because he believes his past actions are too bad to be forgiven.

The author does a good job of blending details of the rugged hardships of army camp life with the action of hunting down the bandit. There are numerous unique supporting characters that add depth and reality to the story and the Arizona scenery is described with great beauty.

The only draw back that I had with the book is that RuthAnne is almost super human. I did like her character and her faith. I also liked Bowen and his slow shift to acceptance of his right to be less than perfect and to maybe have a life mate! All in all this was a wonderful story with a warm, lovely and sweet romance. You Need to read and enjoy this!

Review - Best Left Buried by Cindy Hutchins

Title : Best Left Buried

Author : Cindy Hutchins

Publisher : Lyrical Press, Inc

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Reviewed By: You Want to Read


Rating : Brynna



Some dark secrets are best left buried.

Dr. Arliss Pardot doesn’t remember her childhood. All that remains is a fear of birds, and a birth mother locked away in a mental institution.

When the birth mother dies, Arliss must return to a small, Southern hometown where her mysterious childhood has become local legend. Birds seem to follow wherever she goes. Is it innocent curiosity, or is the legend about to repeat itself?


Secrets rule the small town of Morgantown. What lurks in men's hearts and in the black hills of North Carolina will shake the citizens down to their sleepy roots. After her institutionalized birth mother dies Arliss returns to her hometown to get answers. She will learn what it means to be a Watcher and the cost may be more than she can bear.

Set in the author's hometown, there is no lack of realism to this story. Told with eerie imagery and knowledge of the people and place of Morgantown, North Carolina, the black hills come alive with Ms.Hutchins innate story telling talent. Terrfyingly chilling, read it with the lights on.

Review - The Timestone Key by Pamela Hearon

Publisher : The Timestone Key

Author : Pamela Hearon

Publisher : Lyrical Press, Inc

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Reviewed By: Brynna Curry


Rating: You Gotta Read


Can a modern heart entwined with an ancient mystery prevail against a terrifying future?

When she was three, Halley Winsted was given a mysterious family legacy and told to follow her heart. But now that she’s thirty-three, love and commitment don’t come easy, even in the arms of sexy Tom Rutledge. A trip to England seems the perfect chance to sort out her feelings, and to indulge her obsession with the Arthurian legends.

But the legends are true. Arthur is alive in Avalon, teetering on the brink of madness, unable to fulfill his role in mankind’s terrifying future. Can the legacy Halley bears heal Arthur’s mind in time? Can she trust her heart to lead her to her destiny?

When Halley Winstead takes an improtude trip to England to sort out her feelings for her boyfriend Tom, she finds more than she bargains for. An age old legacy, meddling Merlin, ancient magic and Authur of legend leave her in a whirlwind of dreams, where the heart fondest wish is freely known.

Wonderfully laced with magic and sensual desire, The Timestone Key, will make you think twice about the legends of old. Ms. Hearon weaves her spell with a talent for imagery and voice. Using ageless assumptions and in the now characters she creates a believable Avalon, leaving you wondering and wanting more. An excellent book and one you gotta read.

Review - Chosen by Angela Daniels

Title: Chosen

Author: Angela Daniels

Publisher: Eternal Press

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Rating: You Need to Read


Reviewed by: Mickey


After vampire Lukoran first tastes Shauna, he induces an obsessive desire in her to be tasted again. To again feel that exquisitely pleasurable pain. Like an addict, she will crave it until it consumes her and she loses her freedom. Maybe even her life.

Although she's felt the touch of many other vampires, no one can satisfy her never-ending craving as only the giver of the first bite can. That’s why she’s tracked down Lukoran tonight. She’ll rid herself of his hold over her—even if she has to kill him.



Chosen is a very interesting little novella, a quick read that will fill time and provide endless moments of entertainment while doing so. The story is has a great plot, extremely well-developed characters, and nicely paced dialogue. If it were not for the length, I would consider Chosen far superior to many of the lengthy “novels” currently being published. To say I was disappointed when it ended, is certainly true, I was hoping for more time with these characters and would love to see them again. If this is an example of her talent, I am looking forward to reading other works from Ms. Daniels.

Review - So, You Want a Job by Roxy Harte

Title: So, You Want a Job?

Author: Roxy Harte

Publisher: Loose Id, LLC

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Rating: You Gotta Read


Reviewed By: Roberta



Recession-stressed, out-of-work, recently evicted CEO Morgan James needs a job and has absolutely no chance of getting one, since Wall Street uses her as their scapegoat when the market crashes.

Financial mogul Donathon Cannon has more personal reasons to hate her but is more than willing to give her a job – if she wins the position by competing in a reality tv show for a chance to be his personal assistant.

But his plan come tumbling down when he realizes they are more alike than he’d ever want to admit. And when he decides to punish her in private, he'll have to keep his dominant streak - and his heart - from crossing the line.


First, let me say this story will definitely push your buttons and boundaries. The two main characters, Morgan and Donathon, will have you questioning the choices and the actions they take. Donathon not only wants to punish Morgan for her past mistakes but humiliate her. He is arrogant, controlling, condescending, and yet shows signs of compassion for the things he makes Morgan do. What got me was the way Morgan allowed herself to be dominated.

There are several secondary characters. The one who sticks out the most is Sierra. She is a true friend for Morgan to lean on.

There are certain scenes some people might find objectionable. Please understand once you get to the end of the story, Morgan and Donathons' actions will become clear or at least clearer. Reading this story made me question some of the things I sound taboo. Which in my mind, this makes it an exceptional book to read.

I would definitely like to read more of Roxy Harte's work and see what other boundaries she will have me questioning. Please pick up this book, you won't be disappointed.