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Happy Release + 5 Star Review + Giveaway: Holding Strong by Lori Foster – Ultimate Series – Book 2

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Ultimate Series – Book 2

By Lori Foster

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Synopsis

An up-and-coming MMA fighter wants more than just one night from a woman fleeing her past in New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster’s irresistible new novel

Heavyweight fighter Denver Lewis plays real nice, but he doesn’t share. That’s why he’s been avoiding top-notch flirt Cherry Peyton. But a man can only resist those lush curves for so long. Their encounter surpasses all his fantasies, bringing out protective urges that Cherry’s about to need more than she knows…

Denver’s combination of pure muscle and unexpected tenderness has been driving Cherry wild. Yet no sooner does she get what she’s been craving than old troubles show up on her doorstep. And this time, Cherry can’t hide behind a carefree facade. Because the man by her side is one who’ll fight like hell to keep her safe…if only she’ll trust him enough to let him…

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Tina’s Review

Five Smoldering, Sexy but Sensitive Stars!
What’s better than being roommates with Cannon Colter’s sister, Merissa? Maybe being friends with all the hot, uber alpha males at the rec center because of it. Wait… no, it’s those protective males banding together when trouble comes looking for Cherry – and Denver is leading the pack! Denver is, without a doubt, a total Alpha male. There’s kind of a role-reversal here at the beginning… Cherry’s the life of the party and Denver does not want a casual one-nighter with her, he wants her for the long-term. That’s incredible hot.
He growled, “Don’t fool yourself, girl. I could never ignore you, no matter how hard I tried.” He lightly bit her shoulder, then smoothed the spot with his hot tongue. “Anytime you were around, I knew it. I *felt* it. Clear down to my bones.”
I love Denver and Cherry’s characters, individually and as a couple. The standard fair of secondary characters (all the rec fighters, plus a few cameo cross-overs from Love Undercover and SBC) made an appearance. Dialogue and interaction was natural, realistic and believable. The plot is full and dynamic. My only complaint is that it was a little TOO full. Pamela… ugh! There were undercurrents for Armie and Rissy, leading me to believe they’ll be getting their book sooner than expected. Stack and Vanity obviously are next in the line up. There were a few spots that I worried that they were trying to take over the book. Ms. Foster managed to rein them in, but just barely. The flow of the book is exactly what you’d expect of Ms. Foster. This one did, however, feel more emotionally focused than suspense and action seeded. I’m okay with that, but there may be some out there that anticipated more action than was given. There are plenty of conflicts, but calm and controlled Denver always manages to resolve them in a quick and efficient manner (while apologizing profusely when he’s being a bonehead). Predictability was very low. The climax of the story is fast-paced and exciting, leading into a conclusion which is solid. There’s even a Cannon Colter Bonus scene further hinting at what’s to come. This was a truly enjoyable read and I look forward to TOUGH LOVE, due out August 2015.

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Michel’s Review

What’s better than an MMA Fighter romance?  I will tell you what is better….when Lori Foster adds her magic touch!  The results is one swoon worthy hot Alpha fighter that will take you down in flames.

Put one Alpha fighter, one party girl, and pack of other fighters willing to protect said party girl.  Add a whole lot of trouble, a whole lot of chemistry, and one bone tingling romance and you get the perfect book, Holding Strong by Lori Foster.

I absolutely loved Denver and Cherry.  Both were strong, yet vulnerable characters, that had depth.  As a couple and as individuals, they pulled at the readers heartstrings.  Their story is packed full of emotion.

I could not put this book down.  It had every element I look for in a book.  The characters came to life, the romance curled my toes, and the overall story kept me entertained to the very last word.

Lori Foster has another winner by unanimous decision in Holding Strong!

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In the stunning prequel novella to her new mixed martial arts series, New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster brings together an elite fighter and the woman he’s determined to win.

Power. Brute strength. Unforgettable moves. It’s no wonder Harper Gates hasn’t been able to get her fling with Gage “Savage” Ringer out of her head. Months have passed since she laid eyes—or any other body parts—on him. Months without a word of contact…until, sidelined by injury, he comes back to town.

Staying focused on his training seemed like a smart move to Gage, even if he thought about Harper every day. Seeing her again only makes it clear how much is at stake. He’s got one night to earn back her trust. One night to show her that behind his breathtaking skill and ripped body is a man who’ll give her everything she needs.

Don’t miss No Limits, the first novel in Lori Foster’s Ultimate series.

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A surprise inheritance reunites a mixed martial arts fighter with the woman he’s never forgotten in the first in a smoldering new series from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster

Cannon Colter is quintessential hero material: chiseled jawline, shredded body—the works. He’s also the guy who rescued Yvette Sweeny from kidnappers, only to put an end to her romantic dreams. These days, she’s older, smarter, determined to face whatever life throws her way. Even the prospect of sharing a house and business with Cannon.

Cannon knew Yvette wanted him three years ago. But she was young—and some things are worth waiting for. Thrown together by her grandfather’s legacy, he realizes how deep Yvette’s scars really go, and how much danger lurks in their quiet town. As pent-up desire explodes between them, protecting her becomes the only fight that matters. And he’ll break all the rules to do it….

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An up-and-coming MMA fighter wants more than just one night from a woman fleeing her past in New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster’s irresistible new novel

Heavyweight fighter Denver Lewis plays real nice, but he doesn’t share. That’s why he’s been avoiding top-notch flirt Cherry Peyton. But a man can only resist those lush curves for so long. Their encounter surpasses all his fantasies, bringing out protective urges that Cherry’s about to need more than she knows…

Denver’s combination of pure muscle and unexpected tenderness has been driving Cherry wild. Yet no sooner does she get what she’s been craving than old troubles show up on her doorstep. And this time, Cherry can’t hide behind a carefree facade. Because the man by her side is one who’ll fight like hell to keep her safe…if only she’ll trust him enough to let him…

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About Lori Foster

lori-foster-8Since first publishing in January 1996, Lori Foster has become a USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly and New York Times bestselling author. Lori has published through a variety of houses, including Kensington, St. Martin’s, Berkley, Silhouette and Samhain. She is currently with Harlequin.
Lori believes it’s important to give back to the community as much as possible, and for that reason she ran special contests in conjunction with a publisher, facilitating many first sales for new authors. She routinely organizes events among authors and readers to gather donations for various organizations.
Lori hosts a very special annual “Reader & Author” event in West Chester, Ohio. Proceeds from the event have benefited many worthy causes, including the Hamilton County YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter, the Animal Adoption Foundation, The Conductive Learning Center for children with spina bifida and cerebral palsy, and The One Way Farm, Children’s Home.

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Release Day Blitz + 5 Star Review + 2015 Favorite + Giveaway: Deep by Kylie Scott – Stage Dive Series – Book 4

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Stage Dive Series – Book 4

By Kylie Scott

Release Date: March 31, 2015

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Synopsis

Don’t miss a beat with the fourth and final novel in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Stage Dive series from Kylie Scott.
Positive. With two little lines on a pregnancy test, everything in Lizzy Rollins’ ordinary life is about to change forever. And all because of one big mistake in Vegas with Ben Nicholson, the irresistibly sexy bass player for Stage Dive. So what if Ben’s the only man she’s ever met who can make her feel completely safe, cherished, and out of control with desire at the same time? Lizzy knows the gorgeous rock star isn’t looking for anything more permanent than a good time, no matter how much she wishes differently.

Ben knows Lizzy is off limits. Completely and utterly. She’s his best friend’s little sister now, and no matter how hot the chemistry is between them, no matter how sweet and sexy she is, he’s not going to go there. But when Ben is forced to keep the one girl he’s always had a weakness for out of trouble in Sin City, he quickly learns that what happens in Vegas, doesn’t always stay there. Now he and Lizzie are connected in the deepest way possible…but will it lead to a connection of the heart?

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Excerpt

His laughter, it didn’t really sound the smallest bit amused. “Christ. You’re done here.”

“Ah, no. I’m actually not. Now see, this is where we have a problem.” I folded my arms. Then unfolded them because like fuck I’d look defensive. He was the one in the wrong, not me. “You’re not prepared to take me, or my feelings, seriously. What you want is to hide away in Mr. Too Cool for Commitment land and just play with my affections when it suits you. Okay, I’ve accepted that. But none of that means it’s okay for you to come in here and act like you’re the boss of me. None of it.”

“That so?” he asked, leaning down so that we were almost nose to nose.

“That’s so, baby.” I play-punched him in the shoulder, which it should be noted, I barely came up to. Okay, so maybe the alcohol on a mostly empty stomach had made me slightly/lots braver/sillier. “So why don’t you take your little caveman jealous tantrum bullshit somewhere else. See, I do this funny thing I like to refer to as whatever the fuck I want. Understand?”

He just stared.

“And as pretty as you are with your beard and your muscles, you are too damn tricky and . . . complicated and shit for me.”

“I am?”

“Yes, you are. Are you finally seeing my point here?”

“You bet.”

“Excellent. So take your hotness elsewhere, kind sir. I want no part of it!” Huh. I had so told him. Drunken bravado was the best.

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Michel’s Review

This is a bittersweet moment writing the final review for the Stage Dive Series by Kylie Scott.  Readers have been sitting on pins and needles waiting for Ben’s book to arrive.  At the same time I think they were dreading the release day because we knew this was the last book in this phenomenal series.

I can honestly say that Deep was the perfect ending for our favorite band, Stage Dive, and the final tour.  We’ve witnessed a deep feeling poet &  lead guitarist shed the strings that held him back to find what true love is really about.  We’ve rode the ADHD ,fueled my pure sugar hyped up on steroids crazy train, otherwise known as Mal Ericsson, the highly adrenalized drummer for Stage Dive ( still my all time favorite book boyfriend).  We’ve gave the finger and the hi ho to the egotistical, self centered lead singer and forgave his transgressions.  Yes, we wanted the jerk to find happiness and love.  Through it all has been the quiet, strong and steady bass player.  He rolls with the punches, lends a hand when necessary, never rocks the boat, and always plays with perfection.  He is easy going, mild mannered, and a carefree spirit.  He has a bit of wanderlust, a big dose of commitment issues, and no clue how to be in a relationship.  He has quite  a mystery throughout the series and peaked the reader’s interest.

Ben is going to steal the readers hearts.  This man is a swoon worthy rock- n- roll fantasy wrapped up pure hunkiness and manly hair.  As we all know, he is the beat and rhythm that keeps the band’s music flowing to perfection.  His perfect beat and timing is going to rock the readers hearts.

As we have all suspected, Ben and Lizzy were definitely attracted to one another.  All those text messages Ben seemed to be wrapped up in, you can only guess who he was texting.   When the Elvis Vegas Wedding binds another Stage Dive couple, Ben and Lizzy make their own coupling.  A one night stand results in the appearance of Little Bean, otherwise known as baby on the way.  What happened in Vegas did not stay in Vegas.

Ben’s not ready to settle down.  He doesn’t want commitment.  He does want to be a stand up guy.  He respects Lizzy and wants to be the friend she needs.  But is he really ready to be a father?

Meanwhile backstage, other members of the band are up to all kinds of good & bad things.  Jimmy and Lena are also expecting.  Jimmy wants to railroad Lena and take care of her.  Lena just wants to kill Jimmy ( not really),  Could another wedding be in the near future?  And Mal, well besides teaching Killer (the puppy) how to kiss with his tongue, he wants to kill Ben.  Trouble is brewing between the band members and it is not pretty.  All of this is happening just as they are starting a sixteen week world wide tour.  This is a tour to go down in Stage Dive history.

The romance between Ben and Lizzy is a slow build that becomes something absolutely beautiful.  It is a wonder to watch them both change for the better.  It is a wonder getting to know who Ben really is beneath his easy going exterior.

Just as it looks like Ben and Lizzy are going to have their perfect Stage Dive Happily Ever After, the story will take another turn.  An old nemesis will pop up with her claws sharpened and ruin the perfect tour.  The Stage Dive series will go full circle and it will be up to Ben to stop the vicious cycle.

The Stage Dive Series is one of my all time favorite series.  Kylie Scott has created magic with these colorful musicians and their leading ladies.  She has given us humor, heartbreak, witty dialogue, interesting strong leading ladies, a tight knit family, and romance that makes the heart beat out of control.  Each and every book is a 5+ Star Book.

Don’t miss out on the final show for Stage Dive.  Read Deep…it will rock your soul.

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The Stage Dive Series

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Waking up in Vegas was never meant to be like this.

Evelyn Thomas’s plans for celebrating her twenty-first birthday in Las Vegas were big. Huge. But she sure never meant to wake up on the bathroom floor with a hangover to rival the black plague, a very attractive half-naked tattooed man in her room, and a diamond on her finger large enough to scare King Kong. Now if she could just remember how it all happened.
One thing is certain, being married to one of the hottest rock stars on the planet is sure to be a wild ride.

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Kylie Scott returns with the highly anticipated follow-up to international bestseller Lick.

Mal Ericson, drummer for the world famous rock band Stage Dive, needs to clean up his image fast–at least for a little while. Having a good girl on his arm should do the job just fine. Mal doesn’t plan on this temporary fix becoming permanent, but he didn’t count on finding the one right girl.

Anne Rollins never thought she’d ever meet the rock god who plastered her teenage bedroom walls–especially not under these circumstances. Anne has money problems. Big ones. But being paid to play the pretend girlfriend to a wild life-of-the-party drummer couldn’t end well. No matter how hot he is. Or could it?

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Stay up all night with the sexy rockers in Stage Dive, the epic New Adult series from New York Times bestselling author Kylie Scott, author of Lick and Play.

Can rock n’ roll’s most notorious bad boy be tamed by love?
As the lead singer of Stage Dive, Jimmy is used to getting whatever he wants, whenever he wants it–now he’s caught up in a life of hard partying and fast women. When a PR disaster serves as a wake-up call and lands him in rehab, he finds himself with Lena, a new assistant hired to keep him out of trouble.
Lena’s not willing to take any crap from her sexy boss and is determined to keep their relationship completely professional, despite their sizzling chemistry. But when Jimmy pushes her too far, he just might lose the best thing that’s ever happened to him. Can he convince his stubborn assistant to risk it all and let her heart take the lead?

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Positive. With two little lines on a pregnancy test, everything in Lizzy Rollins’ ordinary life is about to change forever. And all because of one big mistake in Vegas with Ben Nicholson, the irresistibly sexy bass player for Stage Dive. So what if Ben’s the only man she’s ever met who can make her feel completely safe, cherished, and out of control with desire at the same time? Lizzy knows the gorgeous rock star isn’t looking for anything more permanent than a good time, no matter how much she wishes differently.

Ben knows Lizzy is off limits. Completely and utterly. She’s his best friend’s little sister now, and no matter how hot the chemistry is between them, no matter how sweet and sexy she is, he’s not going to go there. But when Ben is forced to keep the one girl he’s always had a weakness for out of trouble in Sin City, he quickly learns that what happens in Vegas, doesn’t always stay there. Now he and Lizzie are connected in the deepest way possible…but will it lead to a connection of the heart?

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About the Author:

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Kylie is a long time fan of erotic love stories and B-grade horror films. She demands a happy ending and if blood and carnage occur along the way then all the better. Based in Queensland, Australia with her two children and one delightful husband, she reads, writes and never dithers around on the internet.

Kylie is represented by Amy Tannenbaum at the Jane Rotrosen Agency, New York.

 

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Happy Release + 5 Star Review + Giveaway: It’s Always Been You by Jessica Scott

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It’s Always Been You

Coming Home Series – Book 5

By Jessica Scott

Now Available in Mass Market Paperback

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Synopsis

“Jessica Scott is an exciting new voice in romantic fiction who bursts upon the scene with an unputdownable debut novel!”
–Robyn Carr, New York Times bestselling author on Because of You

She plays by the rules . . .

Captain Ben Teague is many things: a tough soldier, a loyal friend, and a bona fide smart-ass. He doesn’t have much tolerance for BS, which is why he’s mad as hell when a trusted colleague and mentor is brought up on charges that can’t possibly be true. He’s even more frustrated with by-the-book lawyer Major Olivia Hale. But there’s something simmering beneath her icy reserve–and Ben just can’t resist turning up the heat . . .

. . . and he’s determined to break them

The only thing riskier than mixing business with pleasure is enjoying it . . . and Olivia can’t resist locking horns–and lips–with Ben. He’s got more compassion in his little finger than any commander she’s ever met, a fact that makes him a better leader than he realizes. But when the case that brought them together awakens demons from Olivia’s past, she will have to choose between following orders–or her heart . . .

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“You don’t like being in command, do you, Ben?” she whispered. The air was thick between them, heavy with unsaid things.

He shook his head. “It’s too much responsibility for other people’s problems. I’m not qualified to judge someone else’s screw ups,” he said.

He shifted so he could face her, his body angled toward hers. A shadow partially concealed his face, casting it in hard lines and a dozen shades of grey.

“You’re not supposed to be perfect to be a leader,” she whispered. Her voice cracked, hung on the tension in her neck from sitting a little too close.

Silence filled the space between them. Heavy and warm and crackling with latent energy.

He licked his bottom lip, his gaze locked with hers. “I don’t want to be either,” he said. His voice was a husky whisper filled with need.

Her breath caught in her throat. A hesitant movement. A breath closer. This was monumentally stupid. Infinitely so.

And yet she parted her lips, her entire body trembling in anticipation of the faintest touch of his. He was there, just there. A breath separated them. Nothing more.

It was a hesitant kiss. A light, teasing brush of his top lip against hers. Her breath mingled with his, threading between them and urging her closer. She met his eyes, waiting. Wanting. Needing more of this deeply sensual man who made her feel so many writhing, hungry things.

It was forever before either of them moved. Her breath was locked in her throat. Then she felt it. His palm slid over her cheek, his fingers rough on her skin. Warmth penetrated her, wound its way over the surface to slide beneath her skin and stroke something long dormant to life.

Need. It was need that made her lean toward him. Need that made her part her lips and trace his mouth with her tongue. Need that made her nip his bottom lip and thread her fingers in the short hair on the back of his neck.

Need that made her gasp in pleasure as his tongue slid against hers, twining in that sensuous dance that brought her blood to life. Heat pounded between her thighs, an aching, pulsing want that scorched her like nothing she’d ever felt.

She gave herself over to the sensation, to the pleasure of his touch. Knowing it was a mistake and far past caring as her breath finally released, mixing with the heated strokes of his tongue.

She eased back after a moment, before she did something monumentally stupid, like crawling into his lap in broad daylight.

“We really should talk about those legal packets,” she said against his mouth.

His smile was unexpected. “Wow, you are hell on a man’s ego,” he said.

The laugh caught her off guard and she rested her forehead against his as she struggled to regain her composure. Something opened against her heart, something unexpected and warm.

Something complicated.

For a brief moment, it was tempting to throw caution to the curb, to nuzzle his mouth with hers, to absorb his taste andwarmth.

And then reality kicked in.

“We really should head back. We’ve got that meeting in two hours,” she said.

He smiled. “Always responsible and focused.”

He brushed his thumb over her lip as he said it. This was something nice.

Unexpected.

It was going to be an interesting legal briefing, that was for damn sure.

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Michel’s Review

I cannot praise Jessica Scott’s Coming Home series enough. I have raved about each book in this series. Jessica Scott combines military careers, civilian life, people with very real problems, and trying to build happy lives in situations that are very hard for those they love. This series has brought me to tears, opened my eyes to the problems the modern army faces, made me see a soldier as an individual person, and has delivered very real relationships. Each and every story is emotional. Each book addresses difficult situations that affect these courageous men and women. In the end, there is always the underlying message of hope and true love.

It’s Always Been You is Captain Ben Teague’s story. He is a stand up guy, always has your back, and has an understanding of human nature. He is a strong leader and recognizes each and every soldier under his command as an individual.

This story begins where All For You left off. The battalion has cleaned house and new commands are assigned. The objective is to clean up their newly assigned companies. Captain Ben Teague does not want the new Bandit Company he has been assigned to. He does not want to be a commander.

Overseeing the clean up is Major Olivia Hale, a lawyer whose sole purpose is to make sure this happens. Captain Teague is on her radar. This reluctant leader seems to want to protect his men rather than the true victims. His casual regard for the rules, his soft heart, and closed lip are not helping matters. One of his men, Escoberra, is under suspect for abuse of his child. She wants his family to be safe . Due to her past, her views, opinions, and drive are very influential in her actions. After she meets Ben, she will learn everything is not as black and white as they seem.

Ben and Olivia are drawn to one another even though they are on opposing sides of the fence. Both will have to learn from the other. Both will have to open their minds and hearts to the new dilemma’s this new Company faces. They will have to learn to combine their working relationship with their personal relationship. They will have to learn how to deal with mental health issues and legal issues their battelian will face. But together they will both become stronger individuals. They will learn from each other and they will teach each other very different things about life.

I loved Ben and Olivia’s relationship. It was tough, mature, compassionate, heart wrenching, and empowering.

It’s Always Been You by Jessica Scott is another powerful book in the Coming Home series. It can be read as a stand alone or in series order.

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From the war-torn streets of Baghdad to the bittersweet comforts of the home front, two wounded hearts navigate the battlefield of coming home from war in this explosive eBook original from newcomer Jessica Scott.

Keeping his men alive is all that matters to Sergeant First Class Shane Garrison. But meeting Jen St. James the night before his latest deployment makes Shane wonder if there’s more to life than war. He leaves for Iraq remembering a single kiss with a woman he’ll never see again- until a near fatal attack lands him back at home and in her care. Jen has survived her own brush with death and endured its scars. And yet there’s a fire in Shane that makes Jen forget all about her past. He may be her patient, but when this warrior looks her in the eyes, she feels – for the first time in a long time – like a woman. Shane is too proud to ask for help, but for Jen, caring for him is more than a duty -it’s a need. And as Jen guides Shane through the fires of healing, she finds something she never expected – her deepest desire.

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From the USA Today Bestselling author of Because of You comes an all new Coming Home short story.

Sergeant First Class Shane Garrison has spent a year recovering from his combat injuries. A year spent in the arms of the woman of his dreams. But loving Jen comes with a price: every time he touches her, he faces the uncertain fear that loving her might mean losing her forever.

Jen is a breast cancer survivor and with Shane, she’s found a man who loves her despite her scars. But her scars may be too much for their love to survive.

As their love grows, so does the risk to Jen’s life. And Shane must make the toughest decision any man can make to save the woman he loves.

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From the author of Because of You comes an all-new contemporary eBook romance. He plays by the rules, she’s not afraid to break them. Now these two strong-willed Army captains will prove that opposites attract . . .

A by-the-book captain with a West Point background, Captain Evan Loehr refuses to mix business with pleasure–except for an unguarded instance years ago when he succumbed to the deep sensuality of redheaded beauty Claire Montoya. From that moment on, though, Evan has been at odds with her, through two deployments to Iraq and back again. But when he is asked to train a team prepping for combat alongside Claire, battle-worn Evan is in for the fight of his life.

Strong, gutsy, and loyal, Captain Claire Montoya has worked hard to earn the rank on her chest. In Evan, Claire sees a rigid officer who puts the rules before everything else–including his people. When the mission forces them together, Claire soon discovers that there is more to Evan than meets the eye. He’s more than the rank on his chest; he’s a man with dark secrets and deep longings. For all their differences, Evan and Claire share two crucial passions: their country and each other.

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There’s nothing in the world Army Sergeant Vic Carponti loves more than his wife and his country. Smart-mouthed and easy tempered, he takes everything as a joke . . . except his promise to come home to his wife, Nicole, for Christmas. As he prepares to leave for his latest deployment into Iraq, Vic will do everything he can to shield his beautiful, supportive wife from the realities of war . . . and from his own darkest fears.

As a career army wife, Nicole Carponti knows just what to expect from her husband’s tour of duty: loneliness, relentless worry, and a seemingly endless countdown until the moment Vic walks through the door again. But when the unthinkable happens, Nicole and Vic’s bond is tested like never before and changes everything they believe to be true about the power of love and the simple beauty of being home for the holidays.

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He’s in for the fight of his life . . .

Army captain Trent Davila loved his wife, Laura, and their two beautiful children. But when he almost lost his life in combat, something inside him died. He couldn’t explain the emptiness he felt or bridge the growing distance between him and his family-so he deployed again. And again. And again…until his marriage reached its breaking point. Now, with everything on the line, Trent has one last chance to prove to his wife that he can be the man she needs …if she’ll have him

. . . to win back his only love.

Laura is blindsided when Trent returns home. Time and again, he chose his men over his family, and she’s just beginning to put the pieces of her shattered heart back together. But when Trent faces a court martial on false charges, only Laura can save him. What begins as an act of kindness to protect his career inflames a desire she thought long buried-and a love that won’t be denied. But can she trust that this time he’s back to stay?

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Can a battle-scarred warrior . . .

Stay sober. Get deployed. Lead his platoon. Those are the only things that matter to Sergeant First Class Reza Iaconelli. What he wants is for everyone to stay out of his way; what he gets is Captain Emily Lindberg telling him how to deal with his men. Fort Hood’s newest shrink is smart as a whip and sexy as hell. She’s also full of questions-about the army, its soldiers, and the agony etched on Reza’s body and soul.

. . . open his heart to love?

Emily has devoted her life to giving soldiers the care they need-and deserve. Little does she know that means facing down the fierce wall of muscle that is Sergeant Iaconelli like it’s just another day at the office. When Reza agrees to help her understand what makes a soldier tick, she’s thrilled. Too bad it doesn’t help her unravel the sexy warrior in front of her who stokes her desire and touches a part of her she thought long dead. He’s the man who thinks combat is the only escape from the demons that haunt him. The man who needs her most of all . . .

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She plays by the rules . . .

Captain Ben Teague is many things: a tough soldier, a loyal friend, and a bona fide smart-ass. He doesn’t have much tolerance for BS, which is why he’s mad as hell when a trusted colleague and mentor is brought up on charges that can’t possibly be true. He’s even more frustrated with by-the-book lawyer Major Olivia Hale. But there’s something simmering beneath her icy reserve–and Ben just can’t resist turning up the heat . . .

. . . and he’s determined to break them

The only thing riskier than mixing business with pleasure is enjoying it . . . and Olivia can’t resist locking horns–and lips–with Ben. He’s got more compassion in his little finger than any commander she’s ever met, a fact that makes him a better leader than he realizes. But when the case that brought them together awakens demons from Olivia’s past, she will have to choose between following orders–or her heart . . .

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From USA Today Bestselling author Jessica Scott comes an all new novella about a woman who came back from war changed and the man who loves her enough not to let her go.

All Major Patrick MacLean wanted was Christmas with the woman and child who were his family in everything but name. But Captain Samantha Egan has come back from the war a different woman than the one who left – and she doesn’t know if she can love him anymore.

But neither of them counted on the determination of a little girl they both call daughter and if Natalie has her wish, her parents may have no idea what’s coming for them. It’s going to take Christmas miracle to bring these two wounded warriors back from the edge of a broken heart.

This story has been featured in Home For Christmas: A Holiday Duet with JoAnn Ross.

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Jessica Scott1USA Today Bestselling author Jessica Scott is a career army officer, mother of two daughters, three cats and three dogs, wife to a career NCO and wrangler of all things stuffed and fluffy. She is a terrible cook and even worse housekeeper, but she’s a pretty good shot with her assigned weapon and someone liked some of the stuff she wrote. Somehow, her children are pretty well adjusted and her husband still loves her, despite burned water and a messy house.

She’s also written for the New York Times At War Blog, PBS Point of View Regarding War, and IAVA. She deployed to Iraq in 2009 as part of OIF/New Dawn and has had the honor of serving as a company commander at Fort Hood, Texas twice.

Most recently, she’s been featured as one of Esquire Magazine’s Americans of the Year for 2012. Learn More at http://www.jessicascott.net

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Happy Release + 5 Star Review + Giveaway : Jake Understood by Penelope Ward

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Jake Understood

Companion & Sequel to Jake Undone

By Penelope Ward

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Jake Undone, comes a full-length standalone companion novel and sequel.

A different side to the story: Jake’s side.

“We’re getting a new roommate,” they said.

I thought nothing of it…until she walked in the door. Her hand trembled in mine as she looked at me with fearful eyes. My entire world spun on its axis.

Nina…

It was a mismatch made in heaven: innocent girl from the boonies moves in with tattooed, pierced, badboy engineer.

I came up with a bet, a plan to tutor her in math and coach her through her phobias. What I wasn’t betting on was becoming addicted to her.

But I was living a double life on weekends, and once she found out about it, she’d be gone.

I had to protect myself and that meant one thing: I couldn’t fall in love.

 

In Jake Understood, pivotal scenes from Jake Undone are retold from Jake’s point of view combined with ALL-NEW material from both the past and present time where Jake Undone left off. It can stand alone but if both books are read, should follow Jake Undone. Contains graphic sexual content and harsh language. It is only appropriate for adult readers age 18+.

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Tracey’s Review

In Jake Undone, Penelope Ward gave us the story of Jake and Nina as told from Nina’s point of view. Jake Understood, the companion novella to the first book, follows the same timeline, but is from Jake’s point of view. Unlike some other series, though, this is not just a retelling of the same events in a ‘he said, she said’ kind of way. With Jake Understood, Penelope shows us the whole picture of who Jake is, what motivates him, and leaves us with a deeper understanding of his character. And, if I loved Jake in the first book, then I can say that I absolutely adore him in this second one.

“I think sometimes people come into our lives at a certain time for a reason.”

Penelope is a master at writing the angsty read. Her characters are real, having known real heartache and managed to rise above it. Both Jake and Nina have been shaped by painful pasts. I think, though, that it is their pasts that draw them together, that make them perfect for each other. Jake is the strength that Nina needs to overcome her fears, and Nina is the hope to his hopelessness.

“Adversity only strengthens the kind of love we have. When you’re with the person you’re meant to be with, that’s what happens.”

As a counterpoint to all of the trials that they encounter, there is such humor and love in the way that Jake and Nina relate to each other. I found myself smiling at Jake’s internal dialogue, at the poems that he wrote, and those that he didn’t, in the origami bats, and at his ingenuity and tenacity when helping Nina overcome her phobias.

“So, Nina, what’s been your favorite part about today so far?”
“Hmm…let’s see. There were lots,” she said facetiously. “But I think number one goes to…p**ssing my pants a little when you popped the cork, causing me to actually believe for a moment that the elevator had exploded into a ball of fire. Thanks for that.”
“That’s what I’m here for, Kodak moments like that.”

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Jake Understood, and seeing things through Jake’s eyes. I also appreciated the way that Penelope brought closure to all of the things not quite answered in Jake Undone. And, having regular appearances by Jake’s sister and brother-in-law and my other favorites, Skylar and Mitch, made this an even more endearing read. Five heartfelt stars for Jake Understood, one of my favorites of 2015, and a must-read addition to your bookshelf.

 

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From the New York Times Bestselling author of Stepbrother Dearest…

Nina Kennedy was alive…but not living…until she met him.

Planes, trains, heights…you name it, Nina was afraid of it and led a sheltered life ruled by irrational fears and phobias. When she moves to Brooklyn for nursing school, that life is turned upside down, as she develops an intense but unwanted attraction to her gorgeous roommate, who’s pierced, tattooed and just happens to be the smartest person she’s ever met.

Behind Jake Green’s rough exterior and devilish smile, lies a heart of gold. He makes it his mission to change Nina’s outlook on life. When he agrees to tutor her, they forge a bet and the stakes are high as Jake forces Nina to face her demons. He just wasn’t expecting to fall hard for her in the process.

What Nina doesn’t realize, is that Jake has been living his own private hell. Once he drops a bombshell, will their love survive it?

Told in two parts from both Nina and Jake’s points of view, Jake Undone is a STANDALONE story and a companion to the novels Jake Understood, My Skylar and Gemini.

***Author’s note: Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

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 b2ca1162840c0a8c0911d0.L._V366446166_SY470_Penelope Ward is a USA Today Bestselling author.

She grew up in Boston with five older brothers. She spent most of her twenties as a television news anchor, before switching to a more family-friendly career.

Penelope lives for reading books in the new adult genre, coffee and hanging out with her friends and family on weekends.

She is the proud mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl with autism (the inspiration for the character Callie in Gemini) and a 8-year-old boy, both of whom are the lights of her life.

Penelope, her husband and kids reside in Rhode Island.

 

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Happy Release + Review: Captive by Brighton Walsh- Captive Series – Book 1

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Captive

By Brighton Walsh

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He’s the most dangerous man she’s ever met…and she’s falling in love with him.

Madison Frost is desperate to escape her life. Daughter of a prominent businessman, she has everything a girl could ask for. Except for a family who’s present in her life, and anyone to talk to outside the four walls of the prison she calls home. Madison dreams of one day leaving her life behind. She never thought being kidnapped is how it would happen.

Now she’s being held captive by a man who’s as frightening as he is sinfully gorgeous. Enormous, muscular, and filled with secrets, the man they call Ghost is an enigmatic mercenary, and Madison is trapped with him. She doesn’t know who hired him or why, but the more time she spends at his mercy, the more she realizes he’s not what he seems. Beneath his rough exterior lies an unexpected gentleness and a heart as broken and battered as her own.

But as Madison lets down her walls, Ghost holds tight to his, hiding secrets that could destroy everything.

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Michel’s Review

Captive by Brighton Walsh is the perfect title for this book.  This book held me Captive from the very first paragraph until the very last word.  It was more than your typical Stockholm Syndrome type of book.  It was an intense and unusual type of kidnapping.  The captor and captive learned so many things about their lives.  They learned that there was more to who and what they were.  They also learned they had the power to change.  They also learned what real love really meant.  At the same time, they were both in precarious situation that neither had complete control of.  The person pulling the strings had more on his agenda than what was originally planned.

Madison Frost may seem like the typical privileged girl on the surface but beneath the facade is a very insecure unhappy girl.  She may have every frivolity that money can buy.  She may be exceptionally smart and well educated.  She may come across as aloof and high browed.  She is far form what she appears.  She has been grossly neglected by her family.  She has been raised in a disturbing environment.  She has had to witness her mother’s substance and alcohol abuse.  She has become a caretaker.  She is not your typical twenty year old college student.  Life is far from the carefree attitude people her age are entitled to having.  She is miserable.  She lacks self confidence and feels unloveable.

When Madison is abruptly kidnapped after class, her life now takes a new turn.  She is frightened for herself, worried about her mother, and praying for once that her parents will put her first.  She knows she is in a very dangerous situation and that she has to find her inner strength to survive.

Ghost was hired to kidnap Madison Frost.  He is an expert in his line of work.  He researches his victims.  He leaves no room for error.  All of his research could of never prepared him for Madison Frost.  She is everything that is not included in his intel.  Her fortitude, strength, and intelligence has him floored.  Her revelations about her life have him astounded.  This girl is much more valuable than the price put on her head.  He will do everything in his power to make sure she comes out of this situation without one single blemish.  She is the only one that matters in this game.

The job has spiraled out of control.  The person that hired him has changed the game plan.  The unknown is making Ghost very nervous about the outcome.  He is a seasoned professional, he is going to make a new play and prays that Madison will come out of this unscathed.

After all is said and done, both Madison and Ghost will be forever changed.  Their fleeting moments together will affect how they pursue their own futures.  Neither one has come out of the situation without scars.  It will be up to each of them how they chose to heal.

Captive was an intense story.  There was an intensity to it on all levels.  The suspense from the kidnapping, the mystery of who is behind the kidnapping, the undeniable chemistry between Ghost and Madison, the psychological results of the kidnapping, and finally the practical and intelligent resolutions in this story blew me away.  I was held Captive.

Brighton Walsh is definitely going on my must read author list.  Her writing has everything I look for in a story.  Her character development, intricate plots, and delivery of the story is well executed.

I am looking forward to the next book in the Captive Series.  It will feature Ghost’s brother Riley. Exposed will release on July 21, 2015. Each book can be read as a stand alone novel.

Read Captive… it will not disappoint.

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Happy Release + 5 Star Review + Giveaway: After Dark by M. Pierce – The Night Owl Trilogy – Book 3

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After Dark

Night Owl Trilogy – Book 3

By M. Pierce

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In the final novel of the Night Owl Trilogy from bestselling author M. Pierce, can a passion that has withstood many ordeals become a love strong enough to last a lifetime?

Matt Sky is trying to return to normal, having faked his death and come back to life. He and Hannah move back in together, and Matt attempts to put his demons to rest as they strive to grow their relationship into something durable and honest. But as the two become more and more entangled, and the heat between them intensifies in all the best possible ways, Matt’s desire for Hannah ignites cravings he has kept at bay for a long, long time…

Hannah finally has the life she’s always wanted: she’s pursuing her career as a literary agent at Granite Wing Agency, she is writing her first novel, and she is living with her hot, passionate lover. But as Matt and Hannah explore a new intimacy, Hannah finds that there are parts of Matt–dark, wild, uncontrollable parts–that he has yet to show her…that he has yet to show anyone…Under the surface of Matt and Hannah’s domestic bliss, deeply buried secrets burn, and all of a sudden, the least foreseen obstacle threatens to shatter everything they’ve worked so hard for.

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We made out for a full quarter-hour before I noticed the tent in the living room.

            “Matt!” I snickered. He’d moved the coffee table and couch to accommodate the tent. It was new, or new to me—a tall gray and orange dome.

            “Aha, she finally sees it.” He stalked over to the tent. Yes, it was definitely new. Matt wore his distinct “Do you like my new toy?” expression, and he circled the tent and folded his arms and studied it, signaling that I should also take a moment to admire it. I did.

            “Wow . . . it’s nice.” I touched one of the poles. “So big. So . . .” In our living room.

            “Mm. I got it at REI. Had to throw it together, make sure nothing was missing.” He frowned at the mesh-and-polyester palace. “I thought we might take it for a spin this evening, but not in this weather.”

            On cue, thunder crackled and boomed outside.

            “Oh, babe.” I rubbed his back. “Lemme get into dry clothes and we’ll ‘take it for a spin’ right here, okay?” I kissed his cheek. “Happy Fourth.”

            His eyes lit up like a child’s.

            “Perfect,” he said, already halfway into the tent.

            I peeled off my wet clothes and changed into my Shell Belle Couture chemise, an expensive little gift from Matt. I never bought such nice things for myself. The champagne silk complemented my pale skin and felt luxurious. The lace cups, well . . . I resisted the urge to grab a robe as I felt my nipples hardening. Matt liked the lace cups best of all.

            In the bathroom, I untangled my hair with Moroccan oil and washed my face. On my skin, I left the scent of rainwater.

            I returned to a living room devoid of pillows.

The tent flap was shut.

            “Knock knock?” I said.

            With a swift zinging sound, Matt unzipped the door from inside.

            “Why, come in.” He was laughing. The tent was tall, but taller Matt stood stooped beneath the dome. All our pillows lay around his feet.

            “Don’t mind if I do.” I took his hand and stepped inside.

            He stared openly at my chest.

            “Oh,” he said.

            His expression grew somber. I wanted to burst out laughing.

God, his cuteness . . .

            “Very swanky in here.” I sat cross-legged on a pillow and looked around. The tent was cozy, the inner flaps a vibrant orange, and adorable Matt had stocked a wall pouch with snacks and drinks: two cans of Coke and a bag of goldfish. In another flap, two books and a flashlight.

            “I was just testing those pouches,” he mumbled, gesturing to the snacks. “Hi.” He shucked off his shirt—yum—and crawled to me. “Hi . . .”

            “Hi,” I said, giggling. “Hello. Did I ruin storytime with lingerie?” I slid my fingers up his arms. Whisper of skin on skin. My hands curled over his shoulders.

            “No.” He closed in on me, his body pressing mine back and down. He went for my neck with his teeth, like an animal. Bit the column of my throat. Licked away the hurt.

            “Ah,” I gasped, arching under him. I pawed at his abs and pulled at the band of his lounge pants.

            An electrical pop sounded in the condo and the room went dark.

            Matt and I froze.

We laughed in unison, sitting up and holding one another.

            Pure darkness. I clung to his torso.

            “Well, this is a first,” I said. “Our first power outage.”

            “Always be prepared.” Matt groped around until he found the flashlight. He turned it on and hung it from the top of the tent. A cone of light shone over us.

            His erection tented the front of his pants. I reached for it, my hand drawn to it. I gripped his head through the fabric. God, I loved seeing him turned on.

            “I’m glad that happened.” He flexed into my hand. “Slowed me down.”

            “Baby, you don’t have to slow down.”

            “I know. I want to.” He caressed the undersides of my breasts and my nipples. The intricate lace of the cups scratched gently at my skin. I twitched and moaned.

            He reached up and turned off the flashlight.

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Michel’s Review

After Dark is the conclusion to the highly addictive and somewhat disturbing Night Owl Trilogy.  The Night Owl Trilogy is a different kind of romance.  It is romance based upon sexual obsession, compulsive passion, and dark needs.  The characters are not your normal kind of characters with your typical kind of issues.  Their relationship is driven by mental illness and dysfunctional personality traits.  One is somewhat normal and the other is a severe manic depressive. Their passion for one another is very real.  Their love for one another is unquestionable.  Their problems are based upon their perceptions of the world and their part in that world.

The Night Owl Trilogy is one of those kind of stories that you hate to love and love to hate. It is like waiting for the train wreck to happen and being one of those morbid bystanders.  At the same time you are hoping that these victims are going to survive and live their life happily ever after.

This conclusion to the Night Owl Trilogy is outstanding and perfect for this couple’s journey.  It will leave the readers satisfied.  They will feel validated for the time they invested in the characters and their story.  This review is going to be brief and spoiler free.  I don’t want to ruin this reading experience for other readers.

After Dark is the final book.  It picks up where Last Light left off.  Matt and Hannah are facing the music for his faked death and actions while he was supposedly dead.  They are dealing with the ramifications of the publication of Night Owl.  They are dealing with Matt trying to integrate into normal society and become a functioning person.  They are also dealing with Hannah’s marriage proposal.  Are they ready to take their relationship to the ultimate kind of commitment?  Can they have this kind of bond with Matt’s mental illness?

They are also dealing with the issues that hurt their relationship during Matt’s disappearance from the world.  There are issues with his brother Seth.  They are dealing with Matt and Hannah’s family.  Matt is having to face the reality of how he broke Hannah’s  ultimate trust in their relationship.  Plus they will have to face issues that most normal couples face when embarking on marriage.  Can Hannah deal with Matt’s mental issues for a lifetime?  Can Matt get the help he needs to be a better partner to Hannah?

Matt’s brother Seth and Hannah’s sister will play major roles in this segment of the story.  Matt’s older brother Nate , bless his heart, will once again be the pillar the Sky family needs.

I have to commend Hannah for her strength.  Her strong sense of dedication and understanding are beyond expectations.  Her fortitude helped her hang onto herself in the mad world that Matt creates.

I have to commend Matt for reaching deep within himself to seek the help he needs.  He will never be well.  He will never be normal.  He has to learn to find his inner peace.  He has to learn to manage his emotions.  He has to learn to share himself.  He has to learn to put others first.  This is not easy for a self absorbed and mentally ill man.

I was quite satisfied with how this story ended.  There was only one thing in the book that bothered me beyond exception.  As we all know, Seth has issues, he has that middle child syndrome.  The one time he needed to be the center of attention, he was denied.  Matt once again took that away from Seth.  The one time that Nate should of put Seth first he chose Matt.

I highly recommend the Night Owl Trilogy.  The books have to be read in order.  They cannot be read as a stand alone books.  It is a dark and unpredictable journey that will take readers down the rabbit hole.

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“Tautly written, complex, and vibrating with a dark sensuality that will have you at once blushing and anxious. You’ll think you have this book pegged . . . but you’ll be wrong.”–Christina Lauren, New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling authors of The Beautiful Bastard series

From bestselling ebook author M. Pierce comes Night Owl, the first novel in a provocative erotic trilogy where an anonymous online writing partnership turns into an uncontrollable, passionate obsession

At twenty-eight, Matt Sky has the perfect life. He has a beautiful girlfriend, a massive inheritance, and four national bestsellers — all penned under his airtight alias, M. Pierce.

At twenty-seven, Hannah Catalano is a train wreck. Her boyfriend is a deadbeat and her job is abysmal.

Matt and Hannah meet online as writing partners. Their relationship is safe, anonymous, and innocent…

Until Matt sees a picture of Hannah. Hannah’s picture sparks an attraction Matt is powerless to ignore. When circumstance brings Matt and Hannah together, the strangers begin a love story that’s passionate, poignant, unforgettable, and unstoppable.

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Tensions rise, secrets grow bigger, and passions run deeper—and hotter—in Last Light, the second novel of the Night Owl Trilogy from bestselling author M. Pierce.

Matt Sky is missing. After a solo ascent of Longs Peak that left only a large blood stain, tatters of climbing clothing, and the tracks of an animal in the snow, he is presumed dead.

Hannah Catalano is guarding a secret: she knows Matt is alive. After Matt’s memorial service, she lingers on the East Coast with his family, but it soon becomes clear that his brothers’ motives are less than gracious. Nate Sky is bent on tracking down the author of Night Owl, a book that charts the last days of Matt’s life with uncanny and scandalous accuracy, and which appeared only after his death. Seth Sky is bent on getting Hannah into his bed.

Hidden away in the woods, Matt and Hannah strive desperately to maintain their ruse and their relationship—but their web of lies only tightens as Matt struggles with the consequences of his decision, and Hannah tries to escape Nate’s libel suit and fend off Seth’s advances…until Hannah is put in danger, and Matt must make a life or death choice.

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In the final novel of the Night Owl Trilogy from bestselling author M. Pierce, can a passion that has withstood many ordeals become a love strong enough to last a lifetime?

Matt Sky is trying to return to normal, having faked his death and come back to life. He and Hannah move back in together, and Matt attempts to put his demons to rest as they strive to grow their relationship into something durable and honest. But as the two become more and more entangled, and the heat between them intensifies in all the best possible ways, Matt’s desire for Hannah ignites cravings he has kept at bay for a long, long time…

Hannah finally has the life she’s always wanted: she’s pursuing her career as a literary agent at Granite Wing Agency, she is writing her first novel, and she is living with her hot, passionate lover. But as Matt and Hannah explore a new intimacy, Hannah finds that there are parts of Matt–dark, wild, uncontrollable parts–that he has yet to show her…that he has yet to show anyone…Under the surface of Matt and Hannah’s domestic bliss, deeply buried secrets burn, and all of a sudden, the least foreseen obstacle threatens to shatter everything they’ve worked so hard for.

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About M. Pierc

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5 Star Review + 2015 Favorite : The Deal by Elle Kennedy – Off Campus Series – Book 1

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Off-Campus Series – Book 1

By Elle Kennedy

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She’s about to make a deal with the college bad boy…

Hannah Wells has finally found someone who turns her on. But while she might be confident in every other area of her life, she’s carting around a full set of baggage when it comes to sex and seduction. If she wants to get her crush’s attention, she’ll have to step out of her comfort zone and make him take notice…even if it means tutoring the annoying, childish, cocky captain of the hockey team in exchange for a pretend date.

…and it’s going to be oh so good

All Garrett Graham has ever wanted is to play professional hockey after graduation, but his plummeting GPA is threatening everything he’s worked so hard for. If helping a sarcastic brunette make another guy jealous will help him secure his position on the team, he’s all for it. But when one unexpected kiss leads to the wildest sex of both their lives, it doesn’t take long for Garrett to realize that pretend isn’t going to cut it. Now he just has to convince Hannah that the man she wants looks a lot like him.

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Michel’s Review

I have been a huge fan of Elle Kennedy’s writing for years.  I loved her Out of Uniform series and Killer Instincts series.  Her After Hours series is sizzling hot.  She has a way of bringing her characters to life and making them demand your absolute attention.  Her books have a combination of witty dialogue, dynamic characters, a well developed plot, and pacing that keeps the reader enthralled.  Most of her books have either been erotic romance or romantic suspense.  I was wondering how she would pull off a New Adult romance.  New Adult romance is a generalized genre that can contain sweet & sexy, dark & intense, angsty & anxious, or exciting & erotic.  The Deal has all of these elements and more.  It is one of the most enjoyable and entertaining New Adult romances that I have read.  I connected with the main characters as well as the secondary characters.  They were all larger than life in their own way.  The one thing that stood out besides the main characters romance was Elle’s portrayal of college life.  She portrayed a very realistic look at life on the college campus and how it relates to their courses as well as social life.

Garrett Graham is the bad boy of the college hockey team.  He makes panties melt and owns his man whore reputation with relish.  He has an overinflated ego that matches his cocky attitude.  He is a star player and lives for playing hockey.  He is diligent with his grades, practices, and performance.  When he fails his philosophy mid term, it could not only ruin his GPA, it will affect his position on the team.  He could lose the one thing he lives for.  He is going to have to retake his philosophy mid term and ace it in order to remain on the team.  He needs help.  Who better to help him than one of the few students that managed not only to pass the mid term but ace it.  He never really noticed Hannah Wells before until she accidentally dropped her exam and he saw her A. Now he is on a mission to get Hannah to tutor him.  He will try to bribe her, entice her, and woo her.  When he discovers the golden carrot that will make her give in, he will dangle it in every way he can. His life is counting on that golden carrot.

Hannah Wells is a music major.  She is a pretty confident and outgoing girl with her friends and peers.  She is smart, personable, and resilient.  She is dedicated to her craft.  The one area she lacks in is her confidence with the opposite sex.  She has finally found a guy that she is interested in and she has no clue how to deal with her attraction. Not only is he out of her league, he is also the star quarterback on the football team.  Not the type of guy she would normally take an in interest in.   She has had some very bad experiences with the opposite sex.  Although she has mostly overcome her issues, she is still a bit leery and scared.  If she can get past her fears, she may be able to approach him.

When the ego maniac sex god, Garrett Grant, approaches her to tutor him in philosophy, she thinks he is out of his ever loving mind.  There is no way she is going to tutor the self absorbed jock.  That is until he finds out her ultimate weakness and offers her a guaranteed solution.  His persistence and golden carrot are enough to make her cave.  It’s time to make a deal with the Devil.

Hannah and Garrett are in for some big surprises.  They are both quite different than they appear on the surface.  Hannah may have the upper hand when the tutoring begins but Garrett will quickly take control of the situation.  Both will be in for a great learning experience.  Both will come out winners in the end.  Their Deal will seal both their fates.

I loved the banter between Garrett and Hannah.  The snarky sarcasm, witty comebacks, and dirty talking are beyond clever and entertaining.  The heated bedroom scenes make your temperature burn out of control.  The emotional and intimate moments will have you swooning.  What I loved best is how they formed a deep respect and friendship with one another.  They were able to honestly confide in one another and know that their trust was not misplaced.

I loved everything about this book! Read The Deal by Elle Kennedy.

I am looking forward to the next book in the Off-Campus series.  The Mistake will release in June of 2015.  It is a complete mystery of who this book will feature or what their story is about.

5 Star Review: The Unraveling Series by Jessica Sorensen- Unraveling You : Book 1 and Raveling You : Book 2

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The Unraveling Series 

By Jessica Sorensen

Genre: Mature YA / New Adult

Unraveling You – Book 1

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Raveling You – Book 2

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Lyric Scott has always had a good life. Outgoing, spunky, and musically talented, she’s constantly surrounded by family and friends, yet she still feels there’s something missing.

Then she meets her new next-door neighbor Ayden Gregory. Mysterious, sweet, and sad, Ayden is the exact opposite of Lyric and exactly what she needs to fill the void in her life.

Ayden has been through more than most people and believes his life is always going to be rocky, so when he’s suddenly adopted by the Gregorys, he’s thrown for a turn. But even with a new, loving family, he still finds himself haunted by the memories of his old life. The only true breath of fresh air is when he’s with his best friend, Lyric Scott.

As Lyric and Ayden grow closer, the lines of their friendship start to blur. But when Ayden’s past unexpectedly pushes its way into his new life, their friendship and newfound attraction will be tested.

**A book about Ella and Micha’s daughter and Lila and Ethan’s son from The Secret Series. However, this series can be read on its own.**

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Ayden Gregory may want to keep running from his nightmares, but he no longer has a choice. His past is catching up with him. And fast. He relies on one person to keep him from crumbling. His best friend Lyric Scott.

Lyric feels helpless watching her best friend’s world turn upside down. But she does her best to remain positive and upbeat. Her band gets their very first gig and even with everything going on, her relationship with Ayden starts to heat up.

But when danger enters Ayden’s life again, even Lyric might not be able to help him.

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The Unraveling Series is a spin off of the Secrets Series by Jessica Sorensen.  In the spellbounding Secrets Series readers fell in love with Ella & Micha and Lila & Ethan.  Both of these couples captured the readers hearts.  These couples overcame great obstacles in their lives and found the love that would last a lifetime.  A love that has commitment, dedication, and passion.  A love that made them better people.

The Unraveling Series is a testament to the steadfast love both of these couples have found.  The Unraveling Series features their children.  Their children are coming of age and paving the road their own lives.  The guidance and wisdom their parents are giving them has made these children remarkable young people.

Each book in the Unraveling Series is novella length.  Each book packs a solid punch and moves the series forward at a fast pace.  The interweaving of romance and mystery builds the story into a solid and fluid series.  The cliffhangers at the end do not leave the reader feeling cheated, it leaves them wanting more.

Lyric is Ella & Micha’s daughter.  She is smart, talented, and compassionate.  She is the best of both her parents.  She is a ray of sunshine.  She is a “glass half full” kind of girl.  She loves fiercely.  She takes the world on full throttle.

Ayden is Lila & Ethan’s adoptive son.  They have adopted all four of their children.  These children were not adopted as babies, they were adopted when they were older.  They are former troubled foster children that were basically unadoptable.  Lila and Ethan wanted to give these children a chance at a happy life, they wanted to give these children the love and respect they deserved.  Ayden was was close to sixteen when Lila and Ethan adopted him.  He has come from a horrific background.  He and his siblings were kidnapped, abused, and tortured.  The experiences he had were so horrific, that when finally freed, he developed amnesia.  His anxiety levels are high.  It was very hard to accept his good fortune of being adopted by such a loving family.  The one person who helped open his heart and trust was Lyric.  Her unconditional friendship and positive attitude have been one of the greatest gifts in his life.  Although he really can’t put the past behind him even though he can’t remember it, he can finally move forward and embrace the good life he has been miraculously given.

unraveling YouIn Unraveling You the reader gets an introduction to the characters.  They also get to experience the strong friendship that builds between Lyric and Ayden.  They get a picture of the dynamics of both families and their relationship to one another.

The book starts out when both Ayden and Lyric are just becoming independent of their parents.  They are learning to drive and dictating their own social calendars. The deep friendship that they form becomes as natural as breathing air.  Lyric is open and breezy, Ayden is reluctant and a bit withdrawn.  He is haunted by the scars of his past.  Although he cannot remember all of it, his body scars are living proof of the horrors he survived.

Life seems to be going on an even keel when Ayden’s past comes back in full force.  The police have found his older brother murdered.  They want Ayden to help with the case.  Even though Ayden cannot remember his past, the police want him to engage in some experimental therapy to kick start his memory and help with the case.

This book ends on a cliffhanger…..

raveling youRaveling You picks up where Unraveling You left off.  Ayden has begun hypnotic therapy.  He desperately wants to help the police solve the murder of his eighteen year old brother. They have also found out that his younger sister has been kidnapped from her foster home.  He is under pressure to regain his memories.

Meanwhile his relationship with Lyric is moving into something more than friendship.  He is falling for her.  She is returning his feelings.  But his past is still a real problem beyond his memories.  He has serious issues with being touched.  He still has problems communicating his feelings.

Lyric and Ayden will grow into adulthood with a beauty that is all their own.  They express themselves through music and lyrics.  They give each other the right amount of comfort and the right amount of excitement.  But is it enough with Ayden’s past knocking on their doors.

The mystery of Ayden’s past begins to surface bits and pieces at a time.  While he is making some strides in his therapy it is not enough.

It is beginning to appear that his past wants him back.  Threats begin to surface.  Odd people begin appearing in weird places.  It looks like he is the next target.

Cliffhanger…….

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Jessica Sorensen is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author from the snowy mountains of Wyoming. When she’s not writing, she spends her time reading and hanging out with her family.

Happy Release + 5 Star Review: Hard by Cheryl McIntyre

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Hard

An Erotic Romance

By Cheryl McIntyre

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Synopsis

I have been staring at her for three months. Watching her. Memorizing her.

For ninety-two days, I’ve looked into those lifeless green eyes.

And for ninety-two days she has inspired me in ways I never knew possible. A muse, unbeknownst to her. Motivating me. Encouraging my darkest desires.

I’m a man who knows what he wants. And what I want is the beautiful and broken Holland Howard.

My name is Jensen Payne—photographer, autocrat, lecher, Scopophiliac. I am who I am and I will not—cannot—change.

*This is an Erotic Romance. Recommended for readers 18+ ONLY.

WARNING: This book contains possible emotional triggers.

HARD is a full-length stand-alone erotic romance novel (approximately 50,000 words).

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I have been watching her for three months.

For ninety-two days, I’ve looked into those lifeless green eyes. Let my gaze slide over her flawless, pale skin. Fantasized about her luscious lips.

For ninety-two days she has inspired me in ways I never knew possible. A muse, unbeknownst to her. Motivating me. Encouraging my darkest desires to life through my work. Just when I was so close to giving up, surrendering to my unchangeable fate, I spotted her, and haven’t been able to look away since.

I don’t think she has a clue that my eyes find her the moment I step into this establishment. She’s oblivious to the way I always sit at the same table—the one with the best view of the bar. Of her. Unaware I spend my evenings watching her.

Memorizing her. Inch by exquisite inch.

Her soft beauty and innocent naivety keeps me coming back. Over and over, since the day she first served me. My cock grows hard beneath the shelter of the table as she strides toward me, her breasts bouncing lightly with each step. My arousal has nothing to do with sexual gratification. Though she has a beautiful body, curvy in all the places a man’s hands like to grip, and hold, and conquer, I’m turned on by the way she makes me feel inside. By the strength and craving and ambition she has unknowingly restored in me.

A man’s wet fantasy. A woman’s aspiration. My divine intervention.

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Michel’s Review

I was really excited when I received an ARC copy of Hard by Cheryl McIntyre.  If you have not read any books by Cheryl McIntyre, Hard may be the book that makes you a die hard Cheryl McIntyre fan.  Her writing is edgy, emotional, honest, and captivating.  I have not picked up one book by Cheryl and not been able to put it down.  When I finally got Hard downloaded on my kindle, I stayed up until the wee hours of the night because I could not walk away from this story until it was finished.

Hard is more than a dark erotic romance.  It is more than an insight to the kinkier side of life.  It is about dealing with the harsh realities of life and learning to cope any way possible.  It is a story of acceptance and finding peace.  It is a story of learning how to love after life has dealt you a very bad hand.  It is a story of healing.

The first few chapters of Hard are devastating.  Holland Howard has experienced the worst that life could deliver.  She is beyond broken.  She has lost everything she cared about in life.  She has lost herself.  Her only way to cope is to leave everything she knows behind.  She is no longer a functioning person.  She is like a robot, existing one moment to the next.  She ends up across the country, in a state where she knows absolutely no one.  She is managing to exist by working as a cocktail waitress in a non descript bar.  That is okay with her, she only has to interact with people to do her job.  She doesn’t have to personable, she doesn’t have to expose herself, and she can keep her pain to herself.

One man, Jensen Payne, takes notice of Holland in a very odd way.  He has been watching her day and day out.  He has become obsessed with her beauty.  He wants to own her beauty.  He wants to own her pain.

When Jensen propositions Holland it will lead them both on an erotic journey that is beyond the imagination.  It will also lead them to accept the people they are underneath the surface.  They will have to face the past, accept their lives, and find something that makes them want to look to the future.  They will find the peace they didn’t know they were searching for.

I am not going to say any more about this book other than it is beyond excellent.  This book evoked so many emotions.  One moment I was crying my eyes out and the next moment I was totally creeped out.  Then a few chapters later I was falling in love and praying these characters would find happiness.

Hard was meticulously written.  It had the perfect flow and right amount of pacing.  The aha moments were delivered with surprise and satisfaction.  The characters were complex and their back stories were heartbreaking.  The journey the characters traveled was hard but also freeing.

I cannot praise this book enough.  It is a dark book that has a bright light at the end of the journey.  There are no cliffhangers and definitely satisfying resolutions.

Hard by Cheryl McIntyre is a 5 Star book.

 

 

About Cheryl McIntyre

Hard_Cheryl McIntyre_eBook_Ashbee_2015Cheryl McIntyre is the author of the bestselling Sometimes Never series, as well as the Dirty series, Infinitely, and Dark Calling.

She calls Ohio home, though she secretly dreams of living somewhere much warmer–preferably near a beach. She is a mother, author, and insomniac, as well as a reader, self-proclaimed movie critic, and incredibly bad singer. Her life revolves around four things: family, music, books, and really bad scary movies.

You can follow her author page on Facebook where she lives part time. On Goodreads—which is like crack for avid readers. On Twitter, though she has still not yet mastered the art of tweeting. On tsū. Or on her website.

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5 Star Review of #Player by Cambria Hebert – #Hashtag Series – Book 3

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#Hashtag Series – Book 3

Release Date: March 9 , 2015

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By Cambria Hebert

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Players gotta play.

Hate is like a poison. It contaminates everything.

So does doubt.

Even though I deny what I overheard, even though I insist it isn’t true, the seed of doubt has been planted. I can’t help but be tormented with the endless what-if’s that have taken over our lives.

Romeo and I were happy in love. The future stretched before us brighter than any star in the darkest sky. Now everything is broken. Literally broken. Romeo’s entire career is at stake, my entire future is threatened… and my past?

It’s coming back to haunt me.

To haunt us.

Romeo says we’re in this together and right now the only sure thing is us. But how far can a love so new be pushed? The lengths we will have to go to save each other puts everything at risk.

Romeo is a #player but how much of the game can one person play?

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Michel’s Review

The Hashtag Series by Cambria Hebert has taken readers by storm.  This series is more than your typical romance.  Although it is like a modern day Cinderella story, there is much more to this series.   There is a high element of suspense that keeps the reader on the edge of their seats.  The conflicts between Rimmel and Romeo’s relationship are more than opposites attract and the world is against them.  They both have some very real enemies that could destroy them no matter how hard they fight against them.

Player opens up where Hater left off.  Romeo is waiting for the diagnosis on his arm.  The break could ruin his future career in the NFL.  During the time they were waiting for the diagnosis, there were some ugly accusations made against Rimmel and her family.  She is devastated, confused, and frightened that they may be true.

As the story unfolds and Romeo’s recovery is looking positive, both Rimmel and Romeo will have to face what is in their future.  Zach is facing charges for the assault against them.  He is not going to get off.  Romeo is working hard to rehabilitate his arm and learn to throw with his other arm.  Rimmel is getting her scholarship reinstated. Everything is starting to look positive.  But their life together is never going to be perfect and easy.  A new enemy has surfaced.  This enemy is far more dangerous than Zach. This enemy could end up destroying their lives.

Enemies can destroy their lives but they cannot destroy their love.  It is only going to make it stronger.

This is the final episode in Rimmel and Romeo’s story.  It is not the end of the Hashtag series.  Romeo and Rimmel’s friends are in the line up.  I can’t wait to see what comes next.  Be watching for Selfie by Cambria Hebert.

 Author Bio:

1002450_566018800108073_1486567823_n-2Cambria Hebert is a bestselling novelist of more than twenty books. She went to college for a bachelor’s degree, couldn’t pick a major, and ended up with a degree in cosmetology. So rest assured her characters will always have good hair. She currently resides in North Carolina with her children (human and furry) and her husband, who is a United States Marine.

Besides writing, Cambria loves a caramel latte, staying up late, sleeping in, and watching movies. She considers math human torture and has an irrational fear of chickens (yes, chickens). You can often find her running on the treadmill (she’d rather be eating a donut), painting her toenails (because she bites her fingernails), or walking her chorkie (the real boss of the house).

Cambria has written within the young adult and new adult genres, penning many paranormal and contemporary titles. Her favorite genre to read and write is romantic suspense. A few of her most recognized titles are: Text, Torch, Tryst, Masquerade, and Recalled.

Cambria Hebert owns and operates Cambria Hebert Books, LLC.

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