Sunday, November 27, 2016

Cover Reveal & Giveaway:Home Tears by Tijan




Title: Home Tears
Author: Tijan
Genre: Contemporary Romantic Suspense
Release Date: 2016

Blurb

Dani’s survived a lot of sh*t storms.

Her mother died. Her two sisters loathed her. One aunt hated her. The other was strangely distant, but the worst storm—being dumped by her childhood best friend/high school boyfriend/first love for her younger sister.

There went the one person who was hers and with that, the main reason she stuck around. So, she left for ten years. But now she’s back, and nothing’s the same.

With help from Jonah Bannon, a reformed—kind of—bad boy she remembers from high school, Dani uncovers family secrets that have spanned generations. And along with those, she’s about to face the biggest sh*t storm of her life.

Only this time, she may not survive.



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Excerpt

“Why’d you push me earlier?”

“It’s not important.”

But it was. She felt it in her chest. It was so important, and she needed him to say it again. She was salivating for the chance. She wanted to reassure him, and this time she felt it in her heart. She knew she wasn’t going anywhere. She wanted him to see it in her eyes, that she meant every single word.

She whispered now, “Ask me. Ask me again.”

His eyes met hers, narrowing slightly. He was looking into her, reading her.

She was letting him. There was no wall, no hesitation this time. She wanted him to know her, not just her body. All of her. A second passed. He was still searching in her. Another second. More. He waited a full thirty before asking, his voice so soft and tender, “What would you do if you found out another person cared about you? If you mattered to one more person?”

“Nothing.” She was trying to convey her feelings through her eyes. She wanted him to know so badly. “I wouldn’t run. I wouldn’t walk. I wouldn’t hide. I’d do nothing except stand and embrace it.”

His eyes darkened, an emotion passed in them, one that had her heart beating so fast again. “Yeah?” He let go of her hand, but touched the side of her face. He held her in the palm of his hand, and his thumb rubbed over her cheek. It was like he was smoothing away any lingering worries she might have. “What if I was that person?”

She leaned toward him, her eyes going from his lips back to his gaze. Both were pulling her in, making her yearn for more. “Then I’d say, I feel the same.” Her breath held in her throat. They were talking in code, but it was out now. She was telling him how she felt, and a second later, his lips were on hers.

This. She turned, wound her arms around his neck. This was everything.


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Author Bio

Tijan is a New York Times Bestselling author that writes suspenseful and unpredictable novels. Her characters are strong, intense, and gut-wrenchingly real with a little bit of sass on the side. Tijan began writing later in life and once she started, she was hooked. She’s written multi-bestsellers including the Carter Reed Series, the Fallen Crest Series, and the Broken and Screwed Series among others. She is currently writing Fallen Crest Six (untitled) along with so many more from north Minnesota where she lives with a man she couldn’t be without and an English Cocker she adores.

To find what to read next of hers, go to http://www.tijansbooks.com/ 

WALLSTREET JOURNAL, NEW YORK TIMES, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR



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Friday, November 25, 2016

Ebooks: Black Friday Sale

BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND / SALE BOOKS

THERE IS NO LIGHT IN DARKNESS
by Claire Contreras - .99 cents

DIRTY SEXY SECRET
by Nazarea Andrews - .99 cents
DIRTY STOLEN FOREVER
by Nazarea Andrews - $1.99

READY TO FALL
by Daisy Prescott - FREE
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GIRL LOST
by Nazarea Andrews - .99 cents

ALL I WANT IS YOU
by E.L. Todd - FREE

THE COLLECTORS’ SOCIETY
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ALWAYS ROOM FOR CUPCAKES
by Bethany Lopez - .99 cents

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

ARC Review:One Hot December (Men at Work #3) by Tiffany Reisz

ONE HOT DECEMBER

A Men at Work Romance

Never mess with a woman who carries a blowtorch in her backpack. Welder and artist Veronica "Flash" Redding's playful sense of evil sometimes gets the better of her. Like when her insanely handsome, wealthy, suited-up boss gave her the most sensuously wicked night of her life…then dumped her. Yep, revenge is a dish best served hot. 

Only Ian Asher isn't quite letting Flash get away quite so easily. He's not ready to forget the intensity between them. The searing heat when they touch. And the deliciously demanding control Ian wields in the bedroom. Now he has only the holidays to convince Flash that they belong together…and that even the most exquisite, broken things can be welded back together.


https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29568847-one-hot-december



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What I thought about One Hot December

I've been enjoying this hot little series of novellas from Tiffany Reisz. They are short on conflict and big on sweet romance between working men and women.  In One Hot December, Flash is lusting after Ian Asher after spending a night together. Ian wants more too but there's one big problem. Ian is Flash's boss and that's just not going to work out for anyone.

When Ian tells Flash they can't go out, she has to deal with how she feels about him, and those feelings go deeper than just a fun romp in bed.  Much deeper, and it makes working together difficult so she decides she's not going to stay at Asher Construction.

I've got to give Ian some credit here.  He doesn't take that as a defeat -- he goes for what he wants, and after they get a few misunderstandings out of the way, they decide they'll be able to date now that Ian is no longer her boss.

I loved that Flash was also an artist, and that becomes somewhat of the final conflict between them when she thinks Ian bought her latest sculpture.  It's easy to see the conflicts coming in this novella, but that was okay since the real story is the growing relationships between Ian and Flash.  

Overall, this is a sweet little romance that doesn't take long to read.  It's a feel good story of two people coming together even though on the surface they are very different.  It worked for me.

ARC provided for review.


IAN'S DREAM GIRL (Men at Work #2.5)

Before you read the new Men at Work contemporary romance series...
...read Ian's Dream Girl, a free novella on Harlequin.com.
It's a prequel to the third book in the series, One Hot December.

About the Author

Tiffany Reisz is the author of the internationally bestselling and award-winning Original Sinners series for Mira Books (Harlequin/Mills & Boon). Tiffany's books inhabit a sexy shadowy world where romance, erotica and literature meet and do immoral and possibly illegal things to each other. She describes her genre as "literary friction," a term she stole from her main character, who gets in trouble almost as often as the author herself.

She lives in Oregon. If she couldn't write, she would die.

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Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Review:Triple Trouble (Found in Oblivion #2) by Cari Quinn & Taryn Elliot



She wasn't looking to fall in love with one man. Never mind two.

Juliet Reece grew up in the shadow of her seemingly perfect older sister, Margo Reece. While Juliet's wealthy, blue-blood parents dealt with infidelity, Juliet fought for normalcy. Now she's the bassist in Warning Sign, a band on the rise, and she finally feels like she's making space for herself in the world. It's her time to shine, and she's ready to have fun and focus on her career.

Until Randy "Sparks" Pruitt nearly blows up her life. Literally.

She can't stand the guy. She definitely hasn't fantasized about gripping a handful of his hair and—no. Not happening.

Then there's Tristan Eves, Sparks' new friend. He's the exact opposite of Sparks. Playful. Naughty. Arousing. Suddenly, she's on the verge of something wilder than she's ever experienced before. Two seductive men, hers for the taking—if she can handle the heat.

If double trouble is dangerous, watch out for the power of three...


https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31579945-triple-trouble

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What I thought about Triple Trouble


I was very excited to get more of this new series from Cari Quinn and Taryn Elliot. In this second installment, bassist Juliet Reece is faced with a dilemma.  She's got two men that are interested in her and they are willing to share -- is she willing to go for it?  Of course, the answer is a big, resounding yes.

Tristan Eves and his best friend and roommate Randy Pruitt both have eyes for Juliet and who can blame them, she's the hot bass player in the band and she's got a bit of a wildness to her. Randy is really in trouble, because he really likes Juliet and wants a real relationship, but Tristan is a bit more casual about it all, that is until he finds  himself falling for the adventurous Juliet.  

I'm always interesting in reading how other emotions like jealousy and differing levels of commitment.  There's some conflict here, but it is very mild and easily talked through. I would have liked a little more story to go along with their playtime.  

This book is filled with their sexual play and it is hot, hot, hot.  If you like polyamorous sex and relationships, this book is definitely for you because these three heat up lots of interesting places! 

If you are looking for an erotic rock star threesome, Juliet, Sparks and Tristan are definitely a trio you should check out! 

ARC provided for review. 


About the Authors
 
USA Today bestselling author Cari Quinn likes music and men, so she figured why not write about both? When she's not writing, she's screaming at men's college basketball games on TV, playing her music too loud or causing trouble. Sometimes simultaneously.

USA Today bestselling author Taryn Elliott is obsessed with rock stars, men, and her unending playlists--maximizing these things seemed like a very good idea. When she's not writing, she's losing hours to hot men on TV, and/or a graphic design project. Multitasking is her middle name.

They decided to combine forces and found that hey...this writing deal is even more awesome when you collaborate with your best friend.

And so Lost in Oblivion was born.

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Monday, November 21, 2016

ARC Review:Holiday With A Twist by Shannon Stacey


New York Times bestselling author Shannon Stacey celebrates the season in this brand-new holiday novella.

After a messy breakup, Leigh Holloway is ready to start her life over. Until her parents put the family home on the market and call her back for one final, memory-making Christmas. The last thing she wants to do is deprive her mom of the perfect holiday, so she’ll lie her way through the visit and worry about her future in the New Year. Too bad the only bar in town is owned by a guy she seriously wronged in high school.

Leigh’s best friend broke Croy Dawson’s heart, and Croy knows it was Leigh’s fault. They’ve never liked each other, but Croy isn’t cruel: he’d never turn away a pretty woman in need of some family-Christmas fortification. He doesn’t expect her to drink just enough candy-cane martinis to tell him her secrets—and he definitely doesn’t expect to get caught up in her holiday madness.

Despite the surprising love and laughter, Croy and Leigh can’t escape the truth: he can’t walk away from his family obligations and she has a life and career to reboot. But anything is possible if your holiday comes with a twist…


https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31201039-holiday-with-a-twist

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What I thought about Holiday With A Twist

Leigh returns home for the holidays with lots of secrets she's keeping from her family, namely she's no longer engaged or employed.  But in a true family holiday tradition, she is soon seeking out some liquid courage at the local bar.

Croy Dawson is a former friend and bartender of the sole drinking establishment in town, and when he sees Leigh, their old ties can't be denied.  I like how their relationship was rooted in a friendship and that they had some past to talk through before they got to the good stuff. 

I'm giving this a five-star rating which I don't normally do for novellas and that's because there were so many times during this story that it captured the same small time romantic feel of Shannon Stacey's very popular Kowalski series.  Not the same characters, but the same feeling and that's why I'm giving this five stars. It totally reminded why I love this author's writing. She definitely finds that magic in this novella. 

Holiday with a Twist is a very sweet romance between reconnecting friends that showcases just how deep family ties and friendships can be. I really loved this story and the characters and it was sized just right! Recommended if you are looking for a friends-to-lovers holiday novella.

ARC provided for review.

   
About the Author


New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Shannon Stacey lives with her husband and two sons in New England, where her two favorite activities are writing stories of happily ever after and riding her four-wheeler. From May to November, the Stacey family spends their weekends on their ATVs, making loads of muddy laundry to keep Shannon busy when she’s not at her computer. She prefers writing to laundry, however, and considers herself lucky she got to be an author when she grew up.

You can contact Shannon through her website, where she maintains an almost daily blog, or visit her on Twitter, her Facebook page, or email her at shannon@shannonstacey.com.

Saturday, November 19, 2016

Blog Tour Review & Giveaway:She Runs Away by Jessica Calla

Today I have the honor of hosting Jessica Calla for the release of her follow up story featuring the luscious Ben in, She Runs Away!

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to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
TitleShe Runs Away (Sheridan Hall Series, Book 2)
Author: Jessica Calla
Genre: New Adult
Release date: November 15, 2016
PublisherBookFish Books
Cover Artist: Anita Carroll at Race-Point

Blurb:
After tragedy strikes New Jersey University's Sheridan Hall, freshman quarterback Ben Riley’s stable, normal life is turned upside down. Sidelined from playing the game he loves and on the verge of losing his scholarship, Ben wants nothing more than to escape the chaos of college and return home to rural Pennsylvania and his family.

Yet, there’s something that keeps him from running. Or someone. A cute blonde he had a chance with but blew off for all the wrong reasons.

Megan Smith has secrets. Secrets that have burned her in the past. Secrets she’s unwilling to share with anyone at Sheridan Hall—especially Ben, her sexy, rough-around-the-edges floormate who broke her heart in a matter of days after moving into Sheridan. Meg decided early on that it’s easier to live life on her own than to share her secrets and let people in.


Meg runs, and Ben follows. But sooner or later, the clock on their chance at love will expire. With inner demons dragging them both down, they must find a way to stop running and trust one another or risk losing their perfectly matched love forever.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27150209-she-runs-away
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What I thought about She Runs Away

I wasn't sure about how I was going to feel about this title.  This is the first book I've read from this author, and it's the second in a series.  I'm very happy to say that I enjoyed She Runs Away and that this book works as a standalone if you are interested in trying it out.

Ben and Meg have some not-so good history after Ben dumps Meg for another student in their early days in Sheridan Hall. When she finds out she matches Ben in a Valentine's matching experiment, she runs away so he doesn't find out that their questionairre answers make them a good match, even though she's really attracted to him. She can't take that chance with her heart again.

When Ben realizes his 95% match didn't show, he works with a friend to try and find out who she is, although he does realize he still wants Meg. He tries to convince her to give him a second chance, only she's not going for it even though she really likes him. Ben doesn't give up and it's a slow dance for these two to get together and I really enjoyed that part of the story. Ben is so sweet, it's impossible not to love him.

In addition to her being Ben's match, Meg is keeping other secrets. Her father is a famous athlete and she's keeping that from her friends and especially the guys. When a relative she thought was dead re-enters the picture, she could be in trouble. Ben isn't about to let anything happen to Meg and that becomes a major source of conflict between them. 

I really liked this New Adult title. I thought it captured college life quite well.  I liked that there were multiple facets to the story too -- the romance between Ben and Meg, Meg's home situation and then there's the loss of their friend and roommate, Frank which I assume happened in the previous book.  There's a lot about Frank in this story, and what happens to him is the impetus for some of Ben and Meg's decision making. Sometimes the references were just too many and got on my nerves a little.  That's really my only complaint about this story. Your mileage may vary, as they say.

Overall, I recommend this title to readers looking for a sweet college romance with a light sports theme.  It works as a standalone, but I'm finding myself looking at my reading schedule to find time to read the first book in this series.  I liked these characters, and I want more!

ARC provided for review. 



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About the Author
Author Pic She Laughs in Pink Jessica Calla

Jessica Calla is a contemporary romance and women's fiction author who moonlights during the day as an attorney. If she's not writing, lawyering, or parenting, you'll most likely find her at the movies, scrolling through her Twitter feed, or gulping down various forms of caffeine (sometimes all three at once).

Jessica is a member of Romance Writers of America, involved in the Contemporary, Young Adult, and New Jersey Chapters, and is a member of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association. She recently became the oldest marketing intern ever at BookFish Books. A Jersey girl through and through, she resides in the central part of the state with her husband, two sons, and dog.

Find Jessica on Twitter (@jess_calla) or at her website (www.jessicacalla.com). She loves to make reader and writer friends.

Friday, November 18, 2016

Blog Tour Review & Giveaway:I've Seen You Naked And Didn't Laugh by Eden Butler

 I’ve Seen You Naked and Didn’t Laugh: A Geeky Love Story
Author: Eden Butler
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Release Date: November 15, 2016
Tour Hosted by: LitStack



Synopsis
Raine Quinn was a huge disappointment to her haters.
She wasn’t supposed to make it out of Waco, TX.
She wasn’t supposed to land even one acting job. And she sure as hell wasn’t supposed to fall in love with her best friend.

Will Callahan liked to call himself the younger, hotter Shatner, minus the ham acting and distracting toupee. He loved everything comics, he loved playing the hero of the beloved, defunct space western, AURA and he loved his best damn friend, Raine Quinn.
Raine and Will shot up the Hollyweird ranks together. They became stars, Geek legends and over the years, family. But one night, with the meddling of their dearly departed friend, too many shots and too much time reminiscing, Raine and Will cross a line…and it’s one they can’t jump back over.
 

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What I thought about
I've Seen You Naked and Didn't Laugh

I was very excited to see this RomCom come across my email for review.  I'm a huge fan of Eden Butler and I was definitely in the mood for something more light hearted.

Raine and Will are best friends who take it to a new level one night when they are both drunk.  When the light of the next day has Raine questioning Will's reaction to it all and Will not remembering what happened, she decides she's going to play dumb and not muddy their friendship with a night in the sack. That would all work out okay, except Raine has some feelings for Will that go beyond friendship and her heart may be a little cracked because of Will's loss of memory. 

This is really a story about friends -- good and bad, and what happens when that friendship-love turns into something more romantic. It's also about friends that aren't really that -- and we've all had those too, the backstabbers that make you question everything about friendship. 

The story is set in the present time and uses quite a few flashbacks to fill in the pieces of the story.  There were times I was a bit frustrated with this method of storytelling, but it did keep the romantic tension throbbing from start to finish.  

I was thrilled to read what I have come to recognize as my favorite aspect of Eden Butler's writing.  Her signature scene, if you will. In this book it comes in a heart-to-heart scene between Raine and her mother.The dialogue is crisp and emotional and I just loved it. 

 I found myself invested enough in these characters to care whether they could find their way back to each other and I loved the contemporary sign-posts in this story. The supporting characters added a lot to the story too, and it's perfectly sized for a quick read. 

While I thought there was more "rom" than "com" in this story, I do recommend it for readers of contemporary romance looking for a fresh friends to lovers story.

ARC provided for review. 



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About the Author
Eden Butler

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Eden Butler is an editor and writer of Mystery, Suspense and Contemporary Romance novels and the nine-times great-granddaughter of an honest-to-God English pirate. This could explain her affinity for rule breaking and rum. 

When she’s not writing or wondering about her possibly Jack Sparrowesque ancestor, Eden patiently waits for her Hogwarts letter, edits, reads and spends way too much time watching rugby, Doctor Who and New Orleans Saints football.  

She is currently living under teenage rule alongside her husband in southeast Louisiana.

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Review: Hott, Hotter, Hottest (Hott Springs Eternal #5) by Serena Bell

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