I am truly sad to see this series end. However, I couldn’t have pictured a more perfect way for it to do so. I am a sucker for college romances and this What Happens on Campus College Romances from M.L. Sparrow has quickly become a favorite of mine. You MUST read these books in order for you to fully understand what is going on.
Friend, focuses on Jet and Terri and where things go after she is left to cope in the aftermath of a horrible trauma. These two really are the perfect match for each other and it truly makes reading their story that much more enjoyable to see the obvious chemistry between the two from the very get go. Terri has a long road full of obstacles and growth in order for her to be able to feel normal again after her attack. Jet lifts her up in all the swoon worthy ways and helps put her pieces back together perfectly. I absolutely love these two and I am sad to see their story conclude but know it all worked out for the best. I look forward to seeing what will come next from M.L. Sparrow. Whatever it is, I’m going to scoop it up asap!
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The Dark Sparrow series from India Kells has to be my favorite series of hers to date. When I saw that the first three books were available as a box set, I knew I had to scoop it up. Not only do I have to still devour the first book in the series, I know several gals that would love this series just as much as I have so it makes the perfect gifting option. I have truly felt all the emotions known while reading these novels and the series will keep you entertained for hours with lots of suspense and steamy content. I am so excited to get to read the first book and then re-read the following ones. I will be looking forward to seeing what else will come from the ever talented India Kells. Below is my reviews for books two and three.
Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow #2) “The question isn’t who’s going to let me; it’s who’s going to stop me.” ~ Ayn Rand
This was my first experience reading any of India Kells novels. I had not read the first one in the Dark Sparrow series, but didn’t feel like it affected my ability to fully enjoy this one. Though, since I did, I am compelled to go back and read that, and maybe some more of this author. I really enjoyed how India Kells managed to weave a detailed and complicated storyline with ease and friendly to the reader. It was fast paced and had me on the edge of my seat until I suddenly found myself with no more to read in a few short hours. I found it a perfect poolside read full of mystery, adventure, suspense, romance, and so much more. Our two main characters in this novel are Zoe and Archer. Each have secrets in their past that will come back to haunt them. Will these be detrimental to not only their survival, but also their ability to find a happily ever after that you so want them to find?
I really connected to Zoe. She is a curvy, smart, and sassy redhead, much like myself. To me this really pulled me into the story and had me feeling like I was on the same page with her throughout the entire novel. Zoe is a Dark Sparrow (A soul offered a new life in exchange for a favor to be repaid later.) that has been assigned to infiltrate the Blackwood Corporation. This is where Archer comes in. I found him to be a nice compliment to Zoe. Archer has a very different persona. In his past it was his secrets that has turned him into the cold bastard that he is today. Zoe never figured that she would fall for someone like Archer but finds herself feeling a very strong attraction towards him. Will she choose to follow her heart or fulfill her job above all?
I really look forward to reading the next book in the series. I hope that it will keep me on the edge of my seat much like this one.
“Life Shrinks or expands in proportion with one’s courage.”~ Anais Nin
Wild Bastard (Dark Sparrow #3)
India Kells really just keeps on outdoing her own self. I have been an avid reader of Kells for a long time now so any time a new book of hers is available I tend to scoop them up without so much as a blink. I’m especially partial to this Dark Sparrow series of hers. Wild Bastard is the third book in the series, but could if you really want to miss out on some fantastic novels read this as a stand alone. They do have recurring characters but India Kells always keeps it easy to follow.
Wild Bastard is Kai and Izzy’s story. I adored these two and really enjoyed reading their journey. The two met and fell madly in love with each other years before but Izzy one day disappeared without so much as a goodbye. Here we are now and we find Izzy and Kai crossing each other’s path again. Will they be able to capture that same love they had before and hang on to it this time? I can’t wait to find out what will come next for the Dark Sparrow series!
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I am completely new to Zoe Burton and her writing but when I saw this was a fan fiction type novel based upon one of my all-time favorite classics, Pride & Prejudice, I knew I had to see what this was all about. Now, Darcy’s Caution is the third book of the Pride & Prejudice & Racecars series, but I have not read the previous two and wasn’t lost at all, so this could easily be read as a standalone if this is where you choose to start. I will probably be going back to read the first two before I dive further into the series.
Darcy’s Caution is full of characters that boast the names of the classic story characters. There is lots of suspense and intrigue as we follow Will and Liz Darcy in the young marriage. Will has a stalker that becomes dangerous and threatens to take the one thing Will holds most dear, Liz. Will they be able to stick together and overcome the obstacles in the way? Will they stop the stalker before it is too late? These are just a few of the questions that you will encounter as you read their story. It is one you won’t want to miss out on. Happy reading!
Oh mylanta! This book is hot! So very hot. Now, it is obvious from the cover, and the name of the talented author that this will be a hot read, but I think it is probably underestimated. I loved that this book was a short and fast read. It sweeps you off your feet right away from chapter one and thrusts you into club Forbidden. Each trip behind the doors of forbidden pleasures will get hotter and hotter and leave you with a thirst for more. I was only disappointed when I had reached the end because I so badly wanted more. I will say this book being so quick of a read didn’t give you a lot on specific characters to invest in. It is more of a tease or taste of what the characters life entails. I like the lightness that this gave the read. It was a nice change of pace to have a bit of a mindless enjoyment for the afternoon. I look forward to seeing what forbidden sins await us in volume two.
I am SO sad that this series has come to an end. I have absolutely fallen in love with these characters and with Natalina Reis’s writing. I have followed from book one, Desert Jewel, then the fabulous Snow Jewel, to this and I would highly recommend that you do so as well. The story really does build perfectly with each book and you would miss so much if you didn’t follow the order.
Rebel Jewel is not short of drama, suspense, and action, in fact just when you thought the characters couldn’t possibly face more, and would be getting their happily ever after in book three Natalina Reis throws in twists and turns that will keep you second guessing yourself up until those last few pages. I am saddened to see these characters end but I am looking forward with great excitement to what will come next from Natalina Reis. I am sure it will be fabulous!
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I am still finding myself quite taken with these historical fiction novels of Linda Bennett Pennell’s. When I first picked up the Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel I wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into but I was instantly hooked. So when I saw Miami Days, Havana Nights was the follow up book I had to have it and had to read it like yesterday.
Miami Days, Havana Nights was another suspenseful, and at times gory, read that kept the pace fast and my tush on the edge of the seat as I read. I loved the stronger undertone of romance that was in this one. Not only did it make the story more relatable it brought us Liz Reams, and I just loved reading her. She is a spunky redhead like myself and I found her extremely entertaining. Sam Ackerman wants nothing more than to love her will he ever get the chance to? I just had to know. I can’t wait to see what will come next from the talented Linda Bennett Pennell.
Phoebe Alexander has once again knocked my socks off, given a fantastic storyline, and healed parts of my soul that I didn’t realize were still shook. I have to confess that I live for Phoebe’s books, her families that she creates tend to mirror more of my normal that the average romance books. When I read them I feel less alone on my journey, like there really is a whole group of people that think like me and act like me. It is a refreshing change of pace for me so I honestly live for her books.
Virtue & Vice is the second book in the Spicetopia series. I would highly recommend, and so does Phoebe, that you read these books in order so if you haven’t scooped up Sugar & Spice yet start there. These books are full of hot and steamy scenes that will be sure to leave you blushing and fanning yourself so make sure that is your thing. While they are hot there is a fabulous story developing and each of the characters add a new dimension to it. The concept of an adult theme park really makes this series have a sense of magic and wonderment. I can’t honestly say enough good things about it, so go grab this for yourself and dive in. You won’t be disappointed that that you did!
This novel really, truly moved me to tears several times while I was reading, I knew when I picked up the book that it would be somewhat of an emotional read for me regardless of how sappy the story would get. I don’t think I fully prepared myself for the roller coaster of emotions I would be embarking upon. I am so glad that I scooped up this book, even without knowing the author’s previous works. I am excited to see what else may be available by Sharleen Scott now.
Logan takes us on the journey of taking care of his mother that suffers from Alzheimers. Caring for your parent without any ailments is a difficult phase in life that comes with joys and challenges alike. It is something we all hopefully get the chance to do and can at some point relate with. Logan doesn’t hold punches with how he is feeling and handling things and I loved it. His mother really reminded me of my own at times and I instantly felt connected to her all the way till that last word. I can’t say enough good things about this novel so go grab it and devour it for yourself!
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My goodness! Collision certainly wrapped up the Shattered Hearts series from Nicole Banks absolutely epically perfect! I have really enjoyed this series and with each book they just continue to get better and better until we have this gorgeous culmination to the series. I know for one that as sad as I am to see this series ends, I will be sure to enjoy them many more times to come in the future.
Kris and Chase keep us on the edge of our seats as we watch Kris face the past and the obstacle of learning to let go and forgive. Chase will stop at nothing and do whatever it takes to protect and be with what he holds the closest. These two have a chemistry that will ignite your kindles and cause you to fan the color from your cheeks. I was so enthralled with these two and their tribulations. I won’t spoil the ending but I can promise you it will knock your socks off! I can’t wait to see what will come next from Nicole Banks!
Holy hotness Batman! It gets increasingly difficult to review Gwyn McNamee’s novels. I struggle to find the words to really express what each of her novels do to me as I read them, and Rogue Wave was no exception to the rule. In fact, this book stands out as one of my favorites of McNamee’s to date. A difficult thing to do when her Stone Sober novels are some of my all time favorite reads in the history of ever.
This book takes back to the Inland Seas and the dark, looming, and suspenseful romance that seems to plague the characters in these books. This time we get to follow The Kraken and Principessa, also known as Cutter and Valentina. I absolutely flove these two. The way their romance ignited my kindle screen will be difficult to ever forget. I was gripped by the story they had to share with us and couldn’t get enough of the suspenseful drama that unfolded. I will definitely be the first in line for the next installment. I am sure it will just as fabulous and blow me away!
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Rebel Nicks O’Dey has really won a spot in my heart with the Fisher Men books. The Fisher Men X-ing Lines is the second book in the series. I would recommend that you read the first book for the maximum enjoyment of the series and the building of the story. However, they could be read as standalones if you really wanted to start here. This one was chock full of good story lines and wonderful flirty romance. I have to say romantic comedies are usually an easy favorite for me but this one was just darn perfect. There was a wonderful dual storyline that played out and kept me on the edge of my seat to see how things would in turn come to a head. I loved the dimension it added to the novel, and it kept me engaged from beginning to end with not a dull moment to be had.
The Fisher Men X-ing Lines brings the much anticipated romance between Connor and Rika to life. These two are down right hilarious with the way they communicate and the routes they take to their love story. I enjoyed the different way they built a relationship over the texts and other forms of communication long before they ever fully met face to face. This is something that seems to be changing in our dating scene nowadays and it was nice to see that in a novel. I loved this book and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next one in the series.
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I really couldn’t wait to get my hands on Not so Wrong. This is book two in the Love Grows series from Renee Regent, and I fell in love with this series and author in book one. They are written as of now where you could read them as stand alones or out of order. However, you do get to meet the main characters for Not so Wrong briefly in book one. Either way, both are fab and your won’t want to miss out on either of them.
I truly loved reading Melanie and Spencer’s story. These two captured my heart fairly quickly and I was consumed with them from beginning to end, well past my bedtime. I truly think the only negative for this story for me was that it ended. I loved the music theme with this. Melanie and Spencer both have a love for music in common. Sencer writes and composes music and Melanie loves to sing. The music that is possible to be made when these two come together is beautiful and ever present in the writing. I was captivated and could almost feel as if I was there watching these two in person. I absolutely cannot wait to see what will come next in this series!!
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Oh sweet mylanta, this was such a fun and a perfect introduction to the writing of Zoe Lee. As a new author to me I solely went into this book based on the fun and sweet cover. I tend to be kind of an easy sell on small town romances and the fact that it had a catchy twist of the play on Cinderella just added to the allure for me. I was not one bit disappointed and in fact found the book to be even more of deep romance novel than I had anticipated. Don’t get me wrong, this book was the perfect light and airy read that kept be entertained on an otherwise drab day, but it was steamy to boot. I thought the humor drew in the sex appeal and then the couple seemed to top it off with a steamy bedroom chemistry as well. All a delightful bonus.
Daisy and Dunk are both fun and quirky in their own ways, yet that is what compliments them as a couple as well. I loved the push-pull and that it wasn’t done in a cheesy way. I got the undertone of the Cinderella story but it was done well and not over the top. Overall, these two are quickly easy to fall in love with and will be a sure favorite couple of the year for me. I look forward to seeing what I have missed from Zoe Lee and to whatever may come in the near future!
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You wouldn’t think with a series of this size that it could be possible for the stories to get better. This is not the case with Truck Stopped, the eleventh book in Satan’s Devils MC series from a personal favorite, Manda Mellett. I do not think there was one emotion that I am capable of feeling, and maybe even a few new ones, that I did not experience while reading the story of Truck and Allie. This story is one that I promise you will tear you up and spit you out mercilessly, but it will also slowly pull you all back together again in a warm cozy feel way. The characters become so real you almost feel as if you should be able to reach out to them. I loved every moment of my time spent with these two and I only felt disappointment once I realized the book had come to a close. I truly hope there will be many more Satan’s Devils stories to come. I look forward to whatever it is however that is to come next from Manda Mellett!
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YES! This book is perfection! I have followed the Prestian Series all the way to the Torizial Affair and this is by far my most favorite of them all. Claimed is book three in the Torzial Affair series and I HIGHLY recommend that you read these books in order. You will really be able to understand and see the series for what it is, the romance and progression of a couple discovering they are meant for the BDSM lifestyle. In fact, Claimed, is the culmination in fact of that journey, where Brian and Jenny truly realize the roles in which they desire and need to have a successful relationship. This was such a beautifully written journey and I cant wait to see what will come next from the ever talented Via Mari.
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UGH!! Where do I even start with Into Pieces? First of all, I cannot say enough good things about this book but I will start with the gorgeous cover! If I hadn’t already read book one I would have grabbed this novel without even knowing what it was about. I had to have this book once I finished book one, Shattered. I was lucky in that I read that only recently so I didn’t have the dreaded wait it seems for some, a thing I am glad about.
This book really reached the high expectations that book one set and actually for me in some ways exceeded it. I loved the dark almost thriller like undertone that kept me intrigued and on my toes as I fell in love with Jas and Angel. These two really tore me apart, literally ‘into pieces and slowly put me back together. Its beautifully written even in the dark parts. I can’t wait to see what we will get with book three. I can only expect that it will be just as fabulous as the first two.
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Usually not one for sci-fi novels, I tend to make an exception for Donna S. Frelick. I have really enjoyed the Interstellar Rescue Series and have always been left rapt for more. Fools Rush In is the third in the series, but could be read as its own novel. It really is actually a prequel more than anything so this may even be a good place to start if you want to meet the characters and have some more detailed back story. I’m sure after reading it you will be hooked on the series either way.
I love the characters Agent Rayna Carver and Pirate Sam Murphy. Both of them are great but together they are dynamite. I truly enjoy the equal grounding they both have as leads and as characters. The story is action-packed, literally straight out the gate, and it doesn’t slow down past lightning speed until the very end. The subtle romance was a nice touch to add depth of emotion as you read. I look forward to seeing what will come in the following books.
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India Kells really kicked up the steam with this second installment of the Underground Bad Boys Romance series. The Traitor has to be my favorite book of India Kells that I have read yet. I love the dark and twisty storyline laced with passion and emotion that can’t be topped except if it were to be real life. Be prepared for steamy m/f/m scenes so make sure that is your cup of tea, if so this is one of the better written scenarios that I have read.
Spencer has not had an easy life, most definitely not the one that he would like to have either. Things may not be so easy even now, when a mysterious woman brings his past back into light. Josie is killing herself with work to try and undo the damage the past and terrible ex caused her. The new man in town will bring about even more change. And then there is Gage, my personal favorite. He is running from the past and finds himself a little something to occupy his time and mind in the meantime. Unfortunately, Gage will have more struggle and once again the one who doesn’t belong. These three will light up your kindles and keep you on your toes until the very end. I can’t wait to find out what the next book will hold!
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This book was a new experience for me on several levels. For one, Linda Bennett Pennell is a completely new author to me. Secondly, I rarely choose to pick up historical fiction novels for the mere fact that sometimes I find myself bored with them. This was such a nice surprise on many levels as well. I was super thrilled to find a writer that wrote a historical fiction with a passion for it. It was evident in the storytelling and the details, the amount of work that went into making this book as authentic as possible while trying to keep the reader engaged and the story interesting. All this and more was found within the pages of Al Capone at the Blanche Hotel.
This book takes you all the way back to the 1930’s, but it keeps it relevant and here with the dual storyline being set in fairly current times. I connected with Liz, not just because we share names either lol, but because she was real and raw. I felt her emotions as she worked her way through the past and the present. I loved the supporting characters as well and they managed to never drown out what was going on. I can’t wait to see what else is available from Ms. Pennell now that I have found her. I hope whatever it is takes me away to somewhere far away and magical, much like this one. Go grab your copy, you won’t be sad that you did so! Happy reading!
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The Flood is one of those books that will suck you into a deep dark vortex of suspense and drama. This is nothing new to me from the ever talented Meghan O’Flynn. I have devoured the majority of her books and fell into a twisted sort of love with her Ash Park series. This one was something I held to a somewhat high standard since I did know what O’Flynn is capable. As you can tell I wasn’t let down in the least bit and actually flove this one just as much as her other dark twisted novels.
I won’t divulge a whole lot more than what you get from the gripping cover and blurb. The book begins with a massive flood swallowing the small coastal town of Louisiana. Chad and Victoria were stranded on the roof of their house when what seemed to be a hero, a nice woman that offers to take them to safety. But as with all good and dark plots things are never what they seem to be at first impressions. I can promise lots of twisted and dark comes and throughout it is all done with a masterful flow and never overdone. Prepare yourself for those aftershocks and nightmares. The ending is fantabulous and done in a way I never saw coming, but ever so perfectly! This is not one you want to miss out on. I can’t wait to see what else is roaming around that mind of Meghan O’Flynns!
I am not new to Nicole Banks but this new series was a delightful surprise from her. Shattered is the first book in the Shattered Heart Series and I see promise of fabulous characters and romantic trysts to to come, much like this one was.
In Shattered we get to find out all about Angel and Jasmine and see how they handle life and the many obstacles that can plague a newly home serviceman. Angel returns from the Marines with some guilt and past demons that just won’t let up on him. When he meets Jasmine everything seems a bit easier to handle for him and he finally sees the light at the end of the tunnel so to speak. Jasmine also has her past and emotional standoffs that will come into play. I love how Nicole Banks shared their story from multiple points of views. It kept the story flowing quickly and made it multidimensional. These two were not my absolute favorite couple of all time but the story was rich enough that I wasn’t left wanting anything. I look forward to seeing what else will come in the next few books. Thanks for the fabulous read Ms. Banks!
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I am not new to Nicole Banks but this new series was a delightful surprise from her. Shattered is the first book in the Shattered Heart Series and I see promise of fabulous characters and romantic trysts to to come, much like this one was.
In Shattered we get to find out all about Angel and Jasmine and see how they handle life and the many obstacles that can plague a newly home serviceman. Angel returns from the Marines with some guilt and past demons that just won’t let up on him. When he meets Jasmine everything seems a bit easier to handle for him and he finally sees the light at the end of the tunnel so to speak. Jasmine also has her past and emotional standoffs that will come into play. I love how Nicole Banks shared their story from multiple points of views. It kept the story flowing quickly and made it multidimensional. These two were not my absolute favorite couple of all time but the story was rich enough that I wasn’t left wanting anything. I look forward to seeing what else will come in the next few books. Thanks for the fabulous read Ms. Banks!
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Be prepared to take a breathtakingly beautiful trip to Positano, a city on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, with Harrie (Harriet). Rowena Holloway has written this positively perfect suspenseful story guaranteed to make you feel as if you have truly jetted across the seas with the character and thrust into this dramatic and suspenseful mystery she is trying to solve. This novel seriously has it all and in the right proportions! Drama, suspense, mystery and intrigue are laced with hints of romance and a hunky Italian man to sweep you off your feet. I won’t go into details on the way things become such a twisty suspenseful read because frankly that would ruin it and I can’t bare to do so. The cover promises family secrets set to become exposed and that is truly the best way to sum this up. So prepare yourself a nice glass of wine and slip away to Italy. I guarantee you it will be a fabulous adventure you won’t regret taking! I personally can’t wait to see what else is to come from the ever talented Rowena Holloway. I know I will for sure scoop it up asap! Happy reading!
Gwyn McNamee is one of those authors that is next to impossible to accurate to review… I say this because I have increasingly run out of words to describe how great her novels are. The Deadliest Sin Series has been one that I have loved right out the gate and it has been a hellacious ride to this fabulous finale, Surviving Wrath. I am sad to see this series ends, but hopeful because that means that there will soon be a new story to come from McNamee that will sweep me away just as fabulously. This definitely is one you will want to read in order however so if you haven’t first scooped up Wrath, book one, and After Wrath, book two, then you will want to do so immediately and start there. IF I had one thing to say about this book is it was short and so fast paced I feel as if I barely got enough to satiate my palette of Rea’s side of things. But I see the full vision and why she cut things off the way she did. It simply makes me dream of a bonus novella… hint hint lol. Really it is difficult to say anything negative about this book. Rea is the star of this one and as far as details you won’t find them here in my review, for those you will need to devour this read for yourself. I know you won’t be disappointed that you did! Buckle up! You’re in for one heck of a ride!
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OH MYLANTA! If you love contemporary romance, especially from the likes of Phoebe Alexander, India Kells, and Dani Rene to just name a few, then you will absolutely have to have The Sweetest Obsessions Boxed Set Collection on your shelf. This contains 25 books from some of you already favorite authors, and I am sure plenty of new ones to discover. I personally started with Phoebe Alexander’s Sugar & Spice, Spicetopia #1, simply because I know her novels are always five star reads and I had to get my hands on it first! I have since started and finished several others that I just adore. I personally will be enjoying many hours of fun and beautiful stories of love from some fabulous authors. I will include a bit more about Phoebe’s addition to the series below, but be sure to check out all of the books and scoop this gem up as soon as you possibly can!
Sugar & Spice is actually the kickoff of a new series, Spicetopia, from Phoebe Alexander. I can tell that this one will be another one of those I will obsess over as each new book in the series releases. I loved how this was written with the same igniting passion and pizazz that I have come to expect from Alexander, yet it was something new and fresh from her all at the same time. Jolie and Cy were wonderful main characters with dimension and history that makes them vivid and believable to the reader. I loved how these two complimented each other and also had the perfect chemistry to keep the reading witty as well. I personally can’t wait to see what will unfold in the coming books. I am sure it will be just as, if not more so, fabulous than this one!
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The Guilty Pleasures Volumes from Joyce McCarthy are just that, my guilty pleasure reads. I always know I am in for a hot and steamy reading session whenever I pick up one of these novels. I have read the books in order, and recommend that you do as well for the maximum enjoyment of the series. These are short quickie reads of Brad and his various sexual encounters. So, with that said yes, this book is steamy and contains content that the reader would enjoy if they prefer an erotic fiction novel. If that isn’t your cup of tea I wouldn’t recommend you read this. However, if it is your thing, these books are fabulous options. I love how each of the stories stick to twenty or so pages, so it is enough to wet your palate but not overwhelm you with details. I prefer to read these is spurts before bed each evening when I choose these types of collections. This being volume three we are all aware that Brad enjoys several of the taboo subjects that most are afraid to admit they like, let alone detail. Not the case here as Brad shares all about it from his international flight tryst to the kinkiest of threesomes. Every moment is fun and done with class that isn’t so easy to do. I personally can’t wait to get my hands on the next set of stories.
The following are the titles of each included in this volume…
-My First Time With a Hooker (#1) – Brad and Betsy -The Hottie from the Mall (#2) – Brad and Amanda -Naughty in the Train (#3) – Brad and Joanna -Wedding Fun (#4) – Brad and Susan -My Hot Summer Training (#5) – Brad and Jackie -Business With Pleasure (#6) – Brad and Tanya -Closing the Deal (#7) – Brad and Penny -The Girl I Met Online (#8) – Brad and Natasha -Adventure in the Trial Room (#9) – Brad and Anne -Flight of Passion (#10) – Brad and Natalie -Room Service (#11) – Brad and Sonia -Fireworks With Strangers (#12) – Brad, Mona, and Celina -The Sexy Lady of the Hills (#13) – Brad and Stella -The Hot Massage (#14) – Brad and Scarlet -My Girlfriend’s Hot Friend (#15) – Brad, Betty, and Julie.
I will be the first to admit that I don’t normally pick up the sci-fi novels by first choice. Usually, when I read them it is because the author has done a fantastic job of grabbing me into needing to read the story with the cover and blurb on the storyline. Trouble in Mind is no different of a situation. I had to know what would happen behind the cover that graces Trouble in Mind. I am glad that I did. I did struggle just a tad with the beginning but once I found my footing among the main characters of Trouble in Mind I was soon swept away in the adventure and intrigue that plague them.
In Trouble in Mind we find Jack, Asia, and Jack on a picnic where things go terribly wrong. Asia and Jack find themselves the victims of a kidnapping and Ethan is badly beaten by the assailants. Things only get worse when Ethan becomes the prime suspect. Special FBI agent Alana Matheson, Lana, works together with the telepathic, Gabriel Cruz. Will they be able to find Ethan’s wife and child safely while clearing Ethan’s name? This book really has it all, romance, drama, crime, and adventure and vivid world descriptions that will sweep you away with the story to a far galaxy. I personally can’t wait to get my hands on the next installment in the series, Fools Rush In.
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Game Changer is the newest romantic comedy from Sylvie Stewart, and holy hotness is about the best way to put into words how I felt after reading this book. I adored Poppy and Mac. Poppy is the sweet and sassy southern red head that finds herself transplanted right into the hustle and bustle of New York City life. Mac is quite possibly the strong opposite to Poppy. He’s a quiet and withdrawn, and often growly alpha male. He truly is balanced whenever Poppy is around. Both of their personalities shine in both the comedic relief and steamy scenes. Sylvie Stewart once again drew me in those first few pages so intently that it was next to impossible to be able to put this book down. I found myself reading well past my bedtime to find out how this book would come to a culmination. I am not even one bit sorry for the grumpy mood that ensued the next day from lack of sleep lol. Well worth every moment spent laughing and swooning with Poppy and Mac! I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book by the ever talented Sylvie Stewart!
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Simply Irresistible is the first time I have read anything from Jennifer L. Allen, but I can promise you that it will not be my last experience doing so. I must start with that gorgeous and eye catching cover that graces the book. I probably didn’t even need to read the blurb to know that I needed to find out what the story behind the beautiful cover was like. I am so glad that I jumped right in and can only say that I wish I had found Jennifer L. Allen sooner. I loved that this book incorporated music, something that I love just as dearly as book so this was like having the best of both worlds at my fingertips. I found myself jamming to the 80’s and 90’s for several days after I had finished this book.
Melanie and Tyler are fabulous to read. Their love story is a slow burn that is built on so much more than the first physical attraction they both felt for each other. It is built on support, trust, friendship and so much more that they slowly build together in a fun and sweet way. This book makes romance look sweet and fun again, something that I feel we all tend to get a bit jaded in from time to time. It is nice when you stumble upon something believable and sweet like Melanie and Tyler’s story to jump-start your faith in love and friendship once again. I can’t wait to get my hands on whatever else is available from Jennifer L. Allen while I await the next new release!
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Legacy of Luck is the third book The Druid’s Brooch Series from Christy Nicholas. I do believe you could read these out of order or as stand alone novels however, I wouldn’t recommend it. Christy Nicholas puts a lot of work and time into her scene and story building. It is evident that the amount of research and effort put into the details and making them as accurate as possible. The world of Ireland and the Travelers of the time is vividly painted for you so that you feel as if you are right there where the story is taking place and soaking it all in. I couldn’t and still can’t get enough of the world building that Nicholas does.
I’m not going to even attempt to tackle the story-line and details around that much outside of what the author already chose to divulge in the blurb. I will say these characters were some fun ones to read. The initial first few chapters were slow but once this story took off it was full speed ahead until the final page. My only complaint could be that I wished there was more detailing and explaining of The Druid’s Brooch. I feel like that story-line got lost a little in this book. I am looking forward to seeing what will come next in the series.
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Friend : A College Romance by M.L. Sparrow
