Book Blitz of Twisted by Rebecca Zanetti

Happy New Release for Rebecca Zanetti!!! Twisted a Dark Protector novella is now available!

TWISTED

Dark Protectors, Book 5.5

Maggie is a wolf shifter who was captured and experimented on by the Kurjans. Now that a cure has finally been found for shifters (although not for vampire mates or witches), she can concentrate on creating a new life for herself and finally accepting that her memories are gone forever. Most memories, that is. Sometimes in the hazy world between dreams and dawn, she hears a Scottish voice, dark and deep, that sounds suspiciously like wolf-shifter Terrent Vilks. A man she happened to anger by kidnapping a few years back. Hey, it was for a good cause.

Terrent Vilks knows more than he’s let on for the past several years. After digging for answers, he knows exactly why the demons want Maggie dead. And he remembers his past with Maggie…very well. She is finally where he wants her. Now all he has to do is discover what exactly the Kurjans did to her, beat the demons into so much submission they leave her alone, and get her to fall in love with him. Again. Good thing he’s used to wrangling monsters.

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THE DARK PROTECTORS

The Kayrs family leads not only the vampire nation, but also the Realm, which is a coalition of vampires, shifters, and witches. Years ago, an evil vampire race called the Kurjans declared war on the Realm by creating a deadly virus that infects vampire mates. The virus attacks chromosomal pairs and takes mates from immortal to human, and maybe down to death. No cure for the virus has been found for mates, and the vampires, who are male only, know that time is running short.

In addition, the demons declared war on the Realm, going so far as to kidnap the youngest Kayrs brother and torture him for five years. He has been rescued, damaged but still alive. The eldest Kayrs, the king, is out for revenge, no matter the cost.

The prophets of all the races predicted the coming of a young psychic named Janie who is destined to change the world. How, nobody knows. The vampires found her as a young girl, and one of their leaders adopted her and raised her with love and determination. In the final four stories of this series arc, Janie is an adult, and it’s time for that change—if she lives long enough.

FATED

Dark Protectors, Book 1

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Marry Me

Cara Paulson does not give up easily. A scientist and a single mother, she’s used to fighting for whatever she wants, keeping a cool head, and doing whatever it takes to protect her daughter Janie. But “whatever it takes” has never before included a shotgun wedding to a dangerous looking stranger with an attitude problem…

Or Else

Sure, the mysterious Talen says he’s there to protect Cara and Janie. He also says that he’s a three-hundred-year-old vampire. Of course, the way he touches her, Cara might actually believe he’s had that long to practice…

*****

CLAIMED

Dark Protectors, Book 2

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A Daring Rescue

Emma Paulsen is a geneticist driven by science. But she’s also a psychic, so when a dark, good-hearted vampire frees her from the clutches of the evil Kurjans, she realizes he must be the man who’s been haunting her dreams. But with a virus threatening vampires’ mates, Emma may discover a whole new meaning of “lovesick”.
A Deadly Decision

As King of the Realm, Dage Kayrs has learned to practice diplomacy. Still, it’s taken three hundred years to find his mate, so he’ll stop at nothing to protect her—even if it means turning his back on his own kind…

*****

TEMPTED

Dark Protectors, Book 2.5

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CONSTANT DANGER
On the run from a mental institution and her vindictive half-brother, it’s safe to say that Sarah Pringle’s happy life as a schoolteacher is on hold. Too bad that as far as self-defense goes, “run and hide” is the best she’s got. And with the monsters that started her escape hot on her heels, that’s not going to cut it for long…
INSTANT LUST
That is, unless Sarah has a bigger, badder, hotter monster on her side. Max Petrovsky is right at the top of the list of alpha male ass-kickers. And he knows exactly what Sarah’s up against. Good thing, because the minute he sees her something primal kicks in, turning everyday attraction into red-hot desire. As long as they’re cooperating, why not mix some pleasure with business? Of course, Max should probably tell Sarah he’s a vampire himself…

*****

HUNTED

Dark Protectors, Book 3

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Ready Or Not Moira Dunne is a witch–the quantum physics kind. Time and space are her playthings. Which might explain why her one-night stand from a hundred years ago has turned up to “claim” her–and request her family’s assistance with the war he’s brewing. But the more she learns about Connlan Kayrs, the more she comes to think this is normal behavior for him. . .

There’s Nowhere To Hide
When Conn and Moira tumbled on the moonlit grass, Conn hadn’t meant to mark her as his mate for all time. She was only twenty! But it wasn’t easy to wait for her. It was even harder to forget her. So when he finally returns for his wicked-hot witch, he’s ready to let the sparks flying. Even if he burns up in flames. . .

*****

CONSUMED

Dark Protectors, Book 4

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Sometimes You Mate For Life

Katie Smith is the best of her class, part of an elite hunting force trained to eliminate werewolves from the hills of Western Virginia. She’s good at it because she has the kind of focus and drive that won’t back down no matter how steep the odds. Call it southern sass. Whatever it is, there’s no denying her willingness to risk everything for the only man she’s ever cared about–a man on the verge of losing his very humanity. . .
Sometimes You Mate To Stay Alive
For the past ten years Jordan Pride has dedicated his life to protecting his people from a deadly shifter virus. But in a rare moment of distraction, Jordan’s guard drops just long enough for his fate to take an irreversible twist. Unless the woman he loves surrenders everything to him, again and again, under a full moon rising. . .

*****

PROVOKED

Dark Protectors, Book 5

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A TIME FOR WAR…

A casualty of the war between the demons and the vampires, Jase Kayrs has been missing for six long years. His older brothers want answers—but they’re going to have to get them from an unlikely source. For when Kane Kayrs tracks down Amber Freebird, what he finds is a blonde, vegan pacifist who has no intention of using her skills in his war…
A TIME FOR LOVE…
Amber enjoys her life of chaotic freedom and has no intention of falling in line just because a sexy-as-sin vampire insists on order. Unfortunately, he discovers she may be the only hope they have of finding his brother, and there’s no way he’s going to let her go—even if it means mating her to gain her cooperation. The two are as different as can be, yet when the dominant Kane and the untamed Amber finally unite to rescue Jase, they just may find that opposites really do attract…

*****

TWISTED

Dark Protectors, Book 5.5

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****

SHADOWED

Dark Protectors, Book 6

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Jase Kayrs was the fun brother. The warm, charming, easy-going brother of the vampire leaders. Until he was taken and tortured by demons with their evil mind tricks for nearly five years. Upon his return, he’s dark, violent, and not the man they all thought they knew. Not the man he once was. He’s haunted that the only reason the demons would have let him live was to use him as a weapon against his family—but he can’t figure out when or how he’ll explode. Plus, once again the demons are after Jase with a vengeance…or rather, a female demon he rejected is out to destroy him.
Then the king asks Jase for a favor…a big one. To mate with one of their allies in order to save her. She’s everything that’s good and light in the world…while he’s at home with darkness. Yet he agrees…knowing mating may be the only chance to save them both.

A little about Rebecca:

USA Today Bestselling Author Rebecca Zanetti has worked as an art curator, Senate aide, lawyer, college professor, and a hearing examiner – only to culminate it all in stories about Alpha males and the women who claim them. She writes dark paranormals, romantic suspense, and sexy contemporary romances.

Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day–or at the very least give her plenty of characters to write about.

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June 17 – 28

6/17- Book Monster Reviews

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6/17- Literal Addiction

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6/17- Cocktails and Books

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6/18- GraveTells

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6/18- United by Books

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6/18- Ramblings From This Chick

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6/19- Close Encounters with the Night Kind

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6/19- Toot’s Book Reviews

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6/19- The Reading Café

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6/20- Salacious Reads

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6/20- Books, Books & More Books

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6/21- The Jeep Diva

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6/21- Deal Sharing Aunt

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6/22- Page Flipperz

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6/22- Musings From An Addicted Reader

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6/23- Buffy’s Ramblings

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6/23- Wicked Readings by Tawania

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6/24- Books-N-Kisses

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6/24- Mad Hatter Reads

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6/25- Darker Passions

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6/25- My Reading Obsession

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6/26- Paranormal Haven

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6/26- Romancing the Book

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6/27- Book Lovin’ Mamas

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6/27- Bookin’ It Reviews

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6/27- Reading Between the Wines

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6/28- Under the Covers

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6/28- Riverina Romantics

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6/28- Froggarita’s Bookcase

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June 24, 2013June 3, 2013

Kimberly reviews Snowy Fate by Marissa Dobson

TITLE: Snowy Fate
SERIES #: Fate Series #1
CHARACTERS: Aspyn & Damon
AUTHOR: Marissa Dobson
PUBLICATION DATE: 08/03/12
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BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Fate always knows when you’re ready for love.

The past is catching up with Aspyn Layton. The father she never knew passed away and she is left to deal with his estate. An unexpected snowstorm has her stranded at the one place she didn’t want to be—her father’s house—with a naked man.

Damon Andrews has a secret, one he shared with Aspyn’s father. He must convince Aspyn there is more to life than what she knows. How will she react when she finds out he is a mountain lion, and she is his mate? Their fates are intertwined.

REVIEW:
This is a very short shapeshifter story. The timeline is very fast . Damon is a shifter and Aspyn comes to her fathers home and meets up with Damon. Aspyn learns that fate is a powerful thing.

I enjoyed this story very much. I just wish this story had been a bit longer. I would have loved more time with these characters. If you love having a quick read around just in case you are stuck somewhere and need a story to grab this is the one for you.

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I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 22, 2013June 24, 2013

Naked Werewolf Trilogy by Molly Harper

How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf

Naked Werewolf #1

Northern Exposure Even in Grundy, Alaska, it’s unusual to find a naked guy with a bear trap clamped to his ankle on your porch. But when said guy turns into a wolf, recent southern transplant Mo Wenstein has no difficulty identifying the problem. Her surly neighbor Cooper Graham—who has been openly critical of Mo’s ability to adapt to life in Alaska—has trouble of his own. Werewolf trouble.

For Cooper, an Alpha in self-imposed exile from his dysfunctional pack, it’s love at first sniff when it comes to Mo. But Cooper has an even more pressing concern on his mind. Several people around Grundy have been the victims of wolf attacks, and since Cooper has no memory of what he gets up to while in werewolf form, he’s worried that he might be the violent canine in question.

If a wolf cries wolf, it makes sense to listen, yet Mo is convinced that Cooper is not the culprit. Except if he’s not responsible, then who is? And when a werewolf falls head over haunches in love with you, what are you supposed to do anyway? The rules of dating just got a whole lot more complicated.

*****

The Art of Seducing a Naked Werewolf

Naked Werewolf #2

Generations of werewolves have been secretly residing in a secluded valley a stone’s throw from Grundy, Alaska. So when a snooping Outsider comes to Grundy to investigate rumors of lycanthropic shenanigans in the area, the valley’s pack alpha, Maggie Graham, resolves to chase him away, even if doing so takes a quick bite on the butt.

What a pity that researcher Nick Thatcher turns out to be so drool-worthy, and that his kisses make Maggie want to sit up and beg. Maggie just can’t seem to convince Nick to leave . . . and even worse, she can’t convince herself to stay away from him. Cross-species dating is problem enough for a harried alpha female, but on top of that, a rival group of werewolves is trying to move into the valley. With interpack war threatening, Maggie can’t afford to be distracted.

Combining romance and a career can be tough for anyone; for a werewolf in love with a human, it may be disastrous.

*****

How To Run With A Naked Werewolf

Naked Werewolf #3

Coming in December 2013
Caleb Graham is a werewolf by nature, a tracker by profession. He uses his “extra gifts” to find people, and not always in the most legal or ethical manner. He doesn’t care what they’ve done, or who wants them found, as long as his considerable fee is paid. He likes his life simple and uncomplicated.

Anna Moder, former physician to Caleb’s pack, happens across Caleb during a particularly violent “negotiation” that has left him bloodied and unconscious. She helps him, despite the fact that he’s cost her a car, so he insists that she stay with him on the road for a while. As they grow closer, Anna looks past the gruff exterior and and the questionable job to thoroughly decent werewolf underneath.

Anna – who is careful to edit her involvement with Caleb’s pack from their conversations – doesn’t talk about why a nice girl wants to live in the middle of frozen nowhere, but she’s obviously on the run from something. When Anna’s past collides with Caleb’s current assignment from one of his sleazier contacts, Caleb finally has to make a choice—protect his job…or his potential mate?

June 20, 2013June 19, 2013

Interview & giveaway with Tammy Falkner

Books-n-Kisses is pleased to welcome Tammy Falkner to the blog today to chat about her newest release “THE MAGIC OF ‘I DO”

Tammy, can you please share with us a little about yourself?

I am a mom of two boys – 18 and 9. And yes, they still fight even though there’s such a large spread between them. I have been married for more than twenty years (and I just turned 39)

Have you always wanted to be an author?

I have always written, but didn’t know I truly wanted to be an author until someone at work looked at a short story I wrote and told me I was in the wrong profession.

Are you a plotter or a punster or combo of both? And you explain the difference?

Both! I have a general idea of where my story is going when I start it, but I don’t know the particulars. I know the major events that will happen, but not how they will tie into every scene.

What is your most interesting writing quirk?

I procrastinate. A lot. To the point where I end up writing a book in a month, rather than the six that I planned to spend on it.

Can you please tell us about your latest book(s)?

My new series revolves around a family of faeries – Sophia, Claire and Marcus. Their mother fell in love with a human, and her wings were clipped, so when she delivered three fae children, they were stolen from her, along with the memories of them, and taken back to the fae world. My faeries are mission faeries, and they’re taxed with helping humans where problems arise. So, they must live and interact with humans but never fall in love with them.

How did you come with the idea for this story?

I had already written vampyres and Lycans in Regency England, and I wanted to expand and see what else might live and interact with the ton.

Can you share with us your current work(s) in progress?

I just finished the third book in the series, THE MAGIC BETWEEN US. THE MAGIC OF ‘I DO’ launches June 4^th, and I have a new adult book coming out at the end of June called TALL, TATTED AND TEMPTING.

What is the best piece of advice you would give to someone that wants to get into writing?

Join RWA or your local chapter of RWA. The resources they offer are invaluable, and I wouldn’t be published today if not for them.

Can you share with us something off your bucket list?

I want to learn to water ski. I used to do it when I was REALLY young, and I tried it last year and just wasn’t able to pull it off!

What is one book everyone should read before they die?

Colleen Hoover’s SLAMMED series is one of my new favorites

What is your favorite time of year & why?

Definitely the fall. It’s cooler, and there’s no pollen like in the spring.

Who is your Celebrity crush? And what would you do if you ever meet them?

I just asked my husband this, and he got this little gleam in his eyes and said, “Ellen Degeneris.” He’s right. I would have to go all fan girl if I ever got to meet her.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Thanks so much for having me today. I hope everyone loves THE MAGIC OF ‘I DO’!

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THE MAGIC OF “I DO”

by TAMMY FALKNER

IN STORES JUNE 2013

Desperately Seeking Excitement…

With the temporary prohibition on magic on the land of the Fae, Claire Thorne might as well go back to the Regency world. The haut ton has just as many annoying rules as her world, but at least they have parties and dances. Plus, the roguish Lord Phineas “Finn” Trimble is there…

When the feisty faerie tumbles into his room through a magical portal, Finn can’t believe how completely unpredictable she is. Even before the two stumble into a dangerous intrigue that threatens both their worlds, Finn discovers that his hitherto carefree life is about to go up in smoke…

Praise for A Lady and Her Magic:

“A dash of Jane Austen and a sprinkle of faery dust make this book a treasure.” —Kathryne Kennedy, author of The Elven Lord series

“Charming and filled with the magic of love and faith…Falkner’s tale whisks readers into a realm of enchantment.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars

“Marvelous magical mayhem.” —Midwest Book Review

“Absolutely enchanting…a delicious Regency fairy tale beautifully written.” —Romance Junkies

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

As half of the Lydia Dare writing team, Tammy Falkner has co-written ten books, including A Certain Wolfish Charm and In the Heat of the Bite. A huge fan of Regency England, her regency paranormal series combines the magical elements of both mystical faeries and the glittering regency ton. Tammy lives on a farm in rural North Carolina with her husband and a house full of boys, a few dogs, and a cat or two. Visit her website, www.tammyfalkner.com, for more information.

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June 20, 2013June 3, 2013

Kimberly review Star Crossed by Kele Moon

TITLE: Star Crossed
SERIES #: Battered Hearts #2
CHARACTERS: Romeo & Juliet (yes really)
AUTHOR: Kele Moon
PUBLICATION DATE: 07/03/12
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Heavyweight MMA fighter, Romeo Wellings comes from the hard streets of New York where his family ties to the mafia cause him nothing but pain. His life takes a surprising detour when he crosses paths with the twin sister of his long time enemy. After a steamy one-night stand, he faces the fight of his life, but it’s not in the cage. The secret relationship that blooms between Romeo and his real life Juliet has him battling his family and a dark past rather than let her go.

The only lawyer in her hometown of Garnet, Jules Conner is also a volunteer Sheriff’s deputy and co-owner of a successful MMA training center. Strong and dependable, Jules is always there for those who need her. Until one forbidden night in Las Vegas with Romeo leaves her feeling so alive she can’t stop reaching out to the sexy, bad boy of MMA, even knowing the forbidden love affair could jeopardize everything.

As the tide rises against them and the people they love work at keeping them apart, Romeo and Jules hold onto a dream for a better life together and vow to go down fighting rather than accept a tragic ending.

REVIEW:
3.5 Stars We met both Jules and Romeo in the first book of the series “Defying The Odds” and it was pretty obvious from the first book that this would be the next story up and I enjoyed it. I did enjoy the first book a little better but this was really good as well.

I enjoyed Romeo and Jules together. I even enjoyed both sides of their brothers. I was a little over the whole mafia thing after a while but I guess that will be leading to a different story later on. There was a lot of sex in this book… I mean a LOT of sex. Much more than in the first story and while it is written very well I wondered if there would ever be a real story in the book. And finally there was. And the ending was really good.

This really is a good book. I look forward to reading the next story about Wyatt.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 19, 2013June 3, 2013

Kimberly reviews Naked by Raine Miller

TITLE: Naked
SERIES #: The Blackstone Affair #1
CHARACTERS: Brynne & Ethan
AUTHOR: Raine Miller
PUBLICATION DATE: 8/25/12
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Brynne Bennett is living the good life. An American art student at the University of London and part-time photographic model, she’s putting her life back on track with school and lots of hard work. When ultra successful London businessman, Ethan Blackstone, buys her nude portrait, he isn’t taking ‘no’ for an answer. He wants Brynne in his bed and makes plans to keep her there no matter what. His dominant nature captivates and ensnares despite the demons she carries inside her. But there are secrets in this relationship. Huge ones. Can Ethan free Brynne from the past that has marked her? Will Brynne let him or will the specters tormenting her resurface to destroy them both…

REVIEW:
3.5 Stars This is a short erotic romance which is very well written. This is the first in what is so far a 3 part story. In all honesty we do not learn much about the characters background in this story just that they have both been dealt some bad hands. Ethan is a smart businessman but is almost childlike in his exuberance of Brynn which is sweet and strange all at the same time. Brynn is a lost soul who seems to finally find her place with Ethan. Yet as with every story there is some hurdles to overcome. Because this story is short I was able to read it while in between books but now I want to read the next in the series right away. Is it an incredible book? Not really but it is riveting and I didn’t want to put it down.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 18, 2013June 3, 2013

Kimberly reviews Defying The Odds by Kele Moon

TITLE: Defying The Odds
SERIES #: Battered Hearts #1
CHARACTERS: Melody & Clay
AUTHOR: Kele Moon
PUBLICATION DATE: 6/14/12
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
When struggling waitress Melody Dylan gives a handsome, lonely stranger a simple gift she has no clue her life is about to take a drastic turn.

The stranger ends up being Clay Powers, a famous UFC heavyweight fighter. Clay’s large build and dangerous fists have always intimidated. People in his hometown keep their distance and Clay is fine with that. Everything changes when a new waitress at the local diner buys him a piece of pie on thanksgiving. Touched by the gesture when it’s obvious she can barely afford to survive, her warm smile and lush body churn up powerful feelings that leave Clay wanting more from her than pie.

Melody is running from her past and the small, country town of Garnet is the perfect hiding place. With an ex-husband after her and scars from her abusive marriage etched deep, the last thing she expects is to fall for a man who makes a living with his fists, but she can’t resist Clay or the tender connection they share.

Finding love in the most unlikely of places, the passion is undeniable, but Clay and Melody know their haunted pasts and unpredictable futures leave the odds stacked against them.

REVIEW:
I did not know what to expect of this book but I really enjoyed it so much. There were a few things I took issue with but it wasn’t much. The good part first. I loved Clay and Melody together. They are just so sweet and we see such a different side to Clay that it is hard to not smile when he is with Melody. I enjoyed that they both were just everyday people. Yes he has money but you never really feel he is rich. There is just something so endearing about this book and the characters.

Now the parts I took a small issue with… first the accent used. The author wrote the characters being from the south which is fine but they speak more like hicks. I figured the author could not really be from the south and after reading about the author being from Hawaii I understood. She is writing the way she imagines southerners talk. The problem is it can be a bit distracting through the entire book as it seemed I could not get used it to. But I was able to read through it.

Also Melody is a wonderful character and I enjoyed her so much, however, I think (and maybe I am wrong) some of the things she did as a woman who was abused for so long seemed odd. But then other things seemed right on the nose.

I think anyone would enjoy this story who enjoys a romance and I can’t wait for the next one!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 14, 2013June 11, 2013

Kimberly reviews Under The Covers by Rebecca Zanetti

TITLE: Under The Covers
SERIES #: Maverick, Montana #2
CHARACTERS: Juliet & Quinn
AUTHOR: Rebecca Zanetti
PUBLICATION DATE: 05/27/13
ORDER LINKS: Amazon
BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Opposites don’t attract. They ignite.

The small Montana town near t

he Kooskia reserve seemed like the perfect place for Juliet Montgomery to hide from her not-so-law-abiding family. But when her peace is shattered by a break-in and threatening phone calls, it’s clear someone back in New York knows where she is. It’s time to plan her getaway, and fast—but first, she needs to tie up a few loose ends. Namely, finding out exactly what the town’s sexy cowboy sheriff is hiding in his holster…

Sheriff Quinn Lodge has enough demons of his own to know when someone’s hiding something. Clearly, he needs to do a thorough investigation to uncover what’s beneath Juliet’s uptight, city-girl exterior—preferably one piece of clothing at a time. But when their chemistry goes from fizzy to full-on explosive, things start getting complicated. How can Juliet stay beneath the covers with Quinn, when doing so means blowing her cover?

REVIEW:
I’m a fickle thing… Why do I say that? Well back in March when I read Against The Wall I fell in love with Jake but here I am with a whole knew love… Quinn. Quinn is the perfect guy as far as I am concerned. I thought I couldn’t love one of Zanetti’s books more than the last (and her paranormal series too) but I honestly think she has created the perfect man and ALL women will fall for Quinn and you know what they will love Juliet as well.

Quinn is protective, dominate and caring. Juliet is funny, loving and willing to put her trust in a man finally. She has a background that Quinn should not be connected with but somehow they work together.

I love the men of Maverick Montana. There is just something in the water there. And there is just something about Zanetti as well. She sucks you into her books within a page and you never want to leave. I love her Dark Protector series and I can not wait for her next book Forgotten Sins the first in a new series. You can not go wrong picking up a Rebecca Zanetti book!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 14, 2013June 3, 2013

Kimberly reviews The Great Escape by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

TITLE: The Great Escape
SERIES #: Wynette, Texas #7
CHARACTERS: Lucy & Panda
AUTHOR: Susan Elizabeth Phillips
PUBLICATION DATE: 07/10/12
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Where do you run to when your life has fallen apart?

Lucy Jorik is a champ at never embarrassing the family she adores—not surprising since her mother is one of the most famous women in the world. But now Lucy has done just that. And on her wedding day, no less, to the most perfect man she’s ever known.

Instead of saying “I do” to Mr. Irresistible, Lucy flees the church in an ill-fitting blue choir robe and hitches a ride on the back of a beat-up motorcycle plastered with offensive bumper stickers. She’s flying into the unknown with a rough-looking, bad-tempered stranger who couldn’t be more foreign to her privileged existence.

While the world searches for her, Lucy must search for herself, and she quickly realizes that her customary good manners are no defense against a man who’s raised rudeness to an art form. Lucy needs to toughen up—and fast.

Her great escape takes her to his rambling beach house on a Great Lakes island. Here, she hopes to find a new direction . . . and unlock the secrets of this man who knows so much about her but reveals nothing about himself. As the hot summer days unfold amid scented breezes and sudden storms, she’ll also encounter a beautiful, troubled beekeeper; a frightened young boy; a modern-day evil queen; and a passion that could change her life forever.

REVIEW:

Lucy finally got her story and what a story it is. SEP doesn’t miss a beat in this story of Lucy and Panda. The two characters have a connection from the moment Panda revs up to Lucy after she has fled the wedding to Mr. Perfect, Ted Beaudine from “Call Me Irresistible”.

While the connection is there I have to admit that I wondered if the characters were really meant to be together. But they share a common background and while their current lives are no longer the same they still click. The background characters are just as interesting as Panda and Lucy.

*Possible Spoiler* I have to say that the ending made me sad. It seems that this is the end of the series. The epilogue seems to wrap everything up and while I am sure that SEP has a new set of books in the works saying goodbye to Wynette is like saying goodbye to a hometown.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

June 13, 2013June 11, 2013

Interview & giveaway with Mia Marlowe

Books-n-Kisses is pleased to welcome back Mia Marlowe to the blog today. We are chatting about her newest book One Night with a Rake.

Mia, for those who missed you the first time can you please share with us a little about yourself?

Mia: I’m a totally curious person, always been addicted to learning new things. My kids say I’m a fount of useless information (yet they both read every tag in museums now just as I used to do for them when they were little). Guess I’ve passed on my obsessive need to be a factoid magpie. On a personal note, I’m still married to my college sweetheart and, in addition to the aforementioned kids, am the proud pet parent of two puppy mill reject dogs.

Have you always wanted to be an author?

Mia: Heavens, no! I’ve had a pretty checkered career path. I’ve been—hold on!—a professional opera singer, a teacher, a choir director, a home schooling mom, a realtor, a banker and finally, a writer. I decided to try my hand at writing after meeting an author and deciding if she can do it, I can do it. The Greeks have a word for that. It’s called “hubris.” Once I dove into it, I discovered writing involved an ocean of skills to master.

Who are some of your favorite writers? Who do you feel has influenced your writing?

Mia: I really enjoy Deanna Raybourn, Sherry Thomas, and Diana Gabaldon to name a few. I grew up reading MM Kaye, Mary Stewart and Victoria Holt.

How did you get into writing in this specific genre? Have you ever thought about writing in a different genre?

Mia: Because I love the “take me away” qualities of historical romance, I never considered writing any other subgenre. However, I do enjoy cross-overs and like a little paranormal magic in my historicals from time to time. No weres or vampires, just a little psychic fun.

What are some of your writing rituals?

Mia: I’m a stickler for meeting deadlines so once I have the characters and basic story shape in my head, I map out my word count so I know how much I need to advance daily in order to reach my goal. I write until I hit the count each day—five days a week.

Can you please tell us about your latest book(s)?

Mia: One Night with a Rake is the story of Lord Nathaniel, an incorrigible rake who’s been blackmailed into seducing Lady Georgette. However, the beautiful reformist is no easy conquest. Nate has to convince her that he cares about someone other than himself. No one is more surprised than Nate when he actually does!

How did you come with the idea for this story?

Mia: In 1817, Princess Charlotte died along with her stillborn son. She was the only legitimate grandchild of King George III. Suddenly, the succession was in question and the unmarried sons of the king realized if they could present their royal father with a legitimate heir, that child might one day wear the crown. So the Dukes of Sussex, Cambridge and Kent went a-courting. That’s the actual history behind the Royal Rakes series and One Night with a Rake. In my fictional world, a member of Parliament doesn’t want to see the House of Hanover continue on the throne, so he coerces Lord Nathaniel into making sure Lady Georgette is no longer eligible for a royal duke’s attention. The result is a Regency romp with plenty of sizzle.

Can you share with us your current work(s) in progress?

Mia: For Sourcebooks, I’m working on a new series called Somerfield Park—a Downton Abbey-esque world set in the Regency era. And I’m also writing a Scottish Christmas novel for Kensington complete with crumbling castles, a hunky, kilted hero and a mysterious jeweled scepter that is the envy of every clan. Check my Coming Next page for the latest!

Open your book to a random page and tell us what’s happening.

Mia: I opened One Night with a Rake to page 241. Georgette’s maid Mercy has been leading Reuben the footman a merry chase. She’s a reformed whore who doesn’t believe she deserves to be loved and is irritated when Reuben tries to convince her otherwise. She’d rather welcome him to her bed with no strings attached. Now he’s taken a solid clout to the head that’s rendered him insensible and the doctor recommends Mercy talk to him in the hopes that he’ll waken when he hears her voice. Tough-minded Mercy doesn’t share what’s in her heart very often, but a man who can’t talk back is the perfect sounding board.

What would you be if you were not an author?

Mia: A travel & food journalist. I love to visit new places and try new things. The DH and I just returned from a cruise around the UK and I’d be happy to write about the dubious joys of haggis, neeps & tatties!

What is in your To Read Pile that you are dying to start or upcoming release you can’t wait for?

Mia: Next up on my Kindle is Four Sisters, All Queens by Sherry Jones. Sherry and I are going to be rooming together at RWA Nationals in Atlanta in July, so I want to be able to talk with her intelligently about her work.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Mia: Here’s what Publishers Weekly has to say about One Night with a Rake:

“Marlowe’s fast-paced second Royal Rakes romance (after Waking Up with a Rake) features a progressive heiress and a jaded nobleman. In Regency England, the Duke of Cambridge want to marry quickly, hoping to father the next heir to the throne. His enemies blackmail Lord Nathaniel Colton into agreeing to deflower Cambridge’s potential bride, Lady Georgette—the daughter of the Marquis of Yorkingham and sister of Nate’s deceased fiancée. Georgette often travels to the seediest parts of London to help prostitutes leave their sordid lifestyles, so Nate offers to be her protector; proximity results in romantic trysts that lead her down the path of ruin and him closer to realizing that he has true feelings for her. Mystery simmers alongside the romance as Nate and Georgette seek a killer while contemplating a future together. Passionate interludes and scintillating twists and turns will entice historical fans.”

ONE NIGHT WITH A RAKE

by CONNIE MASON AND MIA MARLOWE

IN STORES JUNE 2013

For King and Country, Three Notorious Rakes Will Put All Their Seductive Skills to Work.

After All, The Fate of England’s Monarchy is in Their Hands.

Since the death of his fiancée, Nathaniel Colton’s polished boots have rested beneath the beds of countless wayward wives and widows of the ton. He’s careful to leave each lady smiling, and equally careful to guard his heart. So seducing Lady Georgette should pose no problem. But the beautiful reformist is no easy conquest, and Nate’s considerable charm fails to entice Georgette to his bed. To woo her, Nate will have to make her believe he cares about someone besides himself–and no one is more surprised than Nate when he realizes he actually does.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Connie Mason is a New York Times bestselling author of more than 50 novels. She was named Storyteller of the Year in 1990 and received a Career Achievement Award from RT Book Reviews in 1994. She currently lives in Florida. Mia Marlowe is a highly acclaimed new voice in romance whose debut novel released in Spring 2011 from Kensington. She lives in Boston. Together, they are working on the next book in the Royal Rakes series, Between a Rake and a Hard Place, which will be in stores in January 2014. For more information, please visit http://www.miamarlowe.com .

Mia loves to connect with readers. Find her on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Mia_Marlowe & Facebook: http://facebook.com/MiaMarloweFanPage .

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June 13, 2013June 3, 2013

Kelly reviews My Bluegrass Baby by Molly Harper

TITLE: SERIES: My Bluegrass Baby
CHARACTERS: Josh Vaughn & Sadi Hutchins
AUTHOR: Molly Harper
PUBLICATION DATE: Dec. 17, 2012
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
A brand-new novel in an original eBook series from popular romance author Molly Harper! When Sadie & Josh compete for the same Kentucky Tourism Commission job, sparks fly—turns out Kentucky really is for lovers.

Sadie Hutchins loves her job at the Kentucky Tourism Commission. Not only could her co-workers double as the cast of Parks & Recreation, but she loves finding the unusual sites, hidden gems, and just-plain-odd tourist attractions of her home state. She’s a shoo-in for the director’s job when her boss retires at the end of the year…until hotshot Josh Vaughn shows up to challenge her for the position.

Josh is all sophisticated polish while Sadie’s country comfort, and the two have very different ideas of what makes a good campaign. So when their boss pits them against each other in a winner-takes-all contest, they’re both willing to fight dirty if it means getting what they want. But it turns out, what Josh and Sadie want could be each other—and Josh’s kisses are the best Kentucky attraction Sadie’s found yet!

REVIEW:
Sadie Hutchins has worked her tail off to get where she is in her job. Now she has the chance to move up the ladder to her bosses position. Only problem is now she has competition. Competition in the form of a very hot Josh Vaughn.

Josh and Sadie enter into a playful, slightly painful game of who can outwit, outplay and out-prank the others. But somewhere along the way the line between enemy and lover becomes very, very, very blurry. But in the end only one can win. Or can there be two winners?

You will just have to pick up a copy of My Bluegrass Baby and find out. Another awesomely fun book from Molly Harper. I love that her characters are always fun, snarky, pains in the butts for the other characters, stubborn, beyond hard headed and always ready with a great witty comeback. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

June 12, 2013June 12, 2013

Guest blogger & giveaway with Sandra Sookoo

Thanks so much for having me back on your blog! I’m excited to announce the release of my newest book MISFORTUNE’S LADY which is the third story in my Scandal in Surrey series. It’s a m/f/m ménage set in the Regency time period.

Originally, when I set about creating the Scandal in Surrey series, I had no idea there’d be a ménage scenario involved. The overriding theme that connects the books is acceptance in an oftentimes unyielding Society coupled with the heat (literal and figurative) of scandal. These stories are erotic in nature, so please be advised. Unveiling a threesome is pretty scandalous.

The idea came together one afternoon when I was goofing around, brainstorming a flirty scene with a friend. It wasn’t necessarily for this book. In fact, I didn’t have a plot or characters in place for this story yet, but the gist of it was: how about a sexy scene on an outdoor terrace where the men are pursuing the woman with a very determined manner? So, I set out to type said scene. There were no character names except guy 1 and 2. I did have the heroine’s name at that time. The funny thing was, once that scene came together after the crazy brainstorming session, it kickstarted the whole book.

I hope you enjoy it!

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Blurb: She wants a slower pace… Miranda Ellis Mason Craythorne is three times a widow. Some say bad luck has dogged her steps; she rather thinks it’s just life, yet the rumors sting. She’s long left her wild youth behind and now lives at her country estate, content to play matchmaker. Seeing John sets fire to the tendre she’s carried for him and causes her to rethink remaining in widowhood even though avoiding matrimony is for his own good.

He wants to settle down… Mr. John Goddard has admired Miranda from afar for years, but their timing has never been right. As a Bow Street Runner-turned-private investigator, he knows mortality has an expiration date. What better woman to start a family with than the one he’s held a torch for? But his penchant for the occasional ménage might sour the plans.

He wants the next exciting game… Richard Howick, who is rarely on home soil, is a spy who wants nothing more than the next adventure. He’s giving life a merry chase and has no plans to domesticate. He’s too much of a rake not to take pleasure when it’s offered, and the opportunity to play the occasional third thrills him.

Life presents an unorthodox chance…While rumors abound and scandal nips at their heels, between the three, desire explodes. If their luck holds, they might just find love in the mix.

Excerpt (Steamy rating):

“Ah.” Her pulse tripped into double time. Mr. Howick had no business being so mysterious or attractive, yet she couldn’t resist engaging him in conversation. “Mrs. Miranda Ellis Mason Craythorne.” Thinner than John, but equally masculine, he sported short, light brown hair and a completely different build. Whereas John had a good three inches of height, the other man seemed leaner, as if he were constantly in motion and used to moving quickly. “Thank you for responding to my invitation.” She dismissed explaining the real reason for her invite. No, Mr. Howick was not a candidate for Annabelle.

Richard grinned and stroked a forefinger along the thin mustache clinging to his upper lip. “I have no doubt we will grow close as the days go by.” He threw a glance to John then focused his gaze on Miranda. “Is there a reason you’ve been widowed three times or are you truly a victim of luck?”

She eyed the men warily. “Does it matter?” Logic and self-preservation dictated she lead them both into the house and among the other guests, yet curiosity demanded she let the scene play out. Why did they both seem on the prowl?

“It does.” John closed the distance between them. He slid an arm around her waist and drew her against his chest. “Perhaps the legality of it all dooms your relationships. Perhaps luck will only favor you if you take a lover.”

Miranda had scarcely drawn a harried breath before Richard came behind her, his hands warm on her hips, effectively holding her between their two hard, male bodies. “Perhaps you need two men to head off any more misfortune because, after all, two of anything is always better than one.”

Dear heavens, what have I fallen into? She stared into John’s face. The crisp, clean scent of his shaving soap sent threads of need between her thighs, yet the spicier aroma that clung to Richard teased her senses and put her in mind of sumptuous bedrooms in the Middle East. “That largely depends on the viewpoint. If an antelope is tracked by two lions, that’s not good for the antelope.” Which is exactly what I feel like. Gentle rain seeped into her gown but did nothing to cool her overheated skin. If she stood outside much longer, the resulting mess would be talked about with more enthusiasm than if she’d dampened her petticoats.

“Does the antelope wish to be caught?” Richard whispered into her ear.

She fought a shiver. In the men’s loose embraces, waves of need crashed over her. “I can ill-afford scandal, gentlemen. Perhaps we should join the party.”

John’s smoky chuckle caressed her. “It’s only a scandal if we’re caught.”

“I’ve left that life behind.” They had to understand she wasn’t gossip’s consort any longer. She enjoyed her staid life too much to damage it by a careless and dangerous flirtation.

He tucked the escaped curl behind her ear and his fingers lingered on her cheek. “Will you vanish into obscurity then? Give your vitality to the flora and fauna here?” John tsked. “That isn’t the Miranda I used to know, the woman I lusted after.”

“People mature.” She couldn’t help the tremble gliding through her body. Oh, how she’d missed a man’s touch, if nothing else but to be reminded she was still young and alive. “There’s nothing wrong with my life.”

Richard pulled her backside flush against his front. “Except your bed is lonely and cold.”

Oh, God, what would it be like to have them both in her bed? At one time she’d dreamed of having John’s affections, but to know both of these men in carnal ways? A shiver shook her. She banished the inconvenient thought. I want only to rusticate. Yet her body continued to betray her. Her nipples tightened into buds that fairly screamed to be touched. “That is not something I wish to discuss—with either of you.” She couldn’t tell John that at times she cried from needing a man’s presence, for no other reason than to be held in the wee hours of the night.

“Are you quite certain of that?” Richard’s breath warmed her skin and the touch of his lips at her nape seared her.

“I…” Any moment now, Annabelle would come looking for her. What would her cousin think? A smidgeon of guilt assailed her. Who was she to enjoy the attention of two men when she’d asked them here to catch Annabelle’s eye? Thoughts continued to whirl. Or worse, what would happen if she were found in such a scandalous tangle by Lady Underhill? “If we linger on this terrace, all three of us will have the devil to pay.” Decadent, wicked heat chased through her insides and culminated between her thighs. It had been so long since she’d known a man’s touch at her sex. How naughty to even contemplate having them both in her bed, but how could she choose between them as they seemed to come as a matched pair?

Regardless of what her body wanted, she firmly shoved away the delicious thoughts. I am not that woman. I do not need to revisit scandal.

John’s eyes twinkled. He ran the pad of his thumb along her lower lip. “Then, by all means, let us adjourn to somewhere more private.”

“And close,” Richard added while brushing his fingers along the side of her neck. “It would be vastly more superior to sipping lemonade and making dull conversation with those chits I glimpsed on my way in.”

The words snapped Miranda out of the fog she’d fallen into. She broke from their combined embrace and backed away. Her chest heaved with the effort of remaining calm. Both men seemed inordinately interested in her bosom. “Gentlemen, I thank you for the interesting introduction, but I really must dash. I have guests waiting, and if my good luck holds, a business venture to embark upon.”

John pinned her with a gaze that smoldered with enough heat to set her skirts on fire. “Our conversation isn’t over.”

She gained an open doorway and stumbled over the threshold. It was clear they wouldn’t be put off so easily. “If you wish to talk with me, call tomorrow for tea.”

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